Self-aligned patterning technique for semiconductor device features

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PATENT NO 8927424
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13931798

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A method for fabricating a semiconductor device utilizing a plurality of masks and spacers. The method includes forming parallel first trenches in a substrate using a first lithographic process. The substrate includes sidewalls adjacent to the parallel first trenches. Forming first spacers adjacent to the sidewalls. Removing the sidewalls, which in part includes using a second lithographic process. Forming second spacers adjacent to the first spacers, resulting in spacer ridges. Etching portions of the substrate between the spacer ridges resulting in second trenches.

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  • INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION

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Lam, Chung H Peekskill, US 257 3514
Li, Jing Ossining, US 981 5505

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