Semiconductor Sample Preparation for Atom Probe Tomography

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Advances in semiconductor design mean smaller and more complex architectures are used in the manufacturing process. Atom probe tomography is used in characterizing these architectures, as it enables accurate visualization and analysis at high resolution.

However, in order to precisely characterize samples using atom probe tomography, clean and uniform sample preparation is necessary. This is difficult to achieve using current high kV cleaning methods, because these techniques damage the sample surface. 

This also makes automation of sample processing a key challenge because additional cleaning steps are needed. While these steps may be suitable for single samples, they make bulk sample preparation time consuming. As a result, an automated procedure is needed to optimize productivity. 

Register now for this webinar and learn about a unique low kV cleaning method using the Thermo Scientific Helios 5. This technique automates sample preparation for atom probe tomography and increases productivity for failure analysis lab managers and engineers, which allows them to process more samples in a 24-hour period. It also offers the ability to precisely control sample depth to provide clean samples for analysis.

Who should attend this webinar

Semiconductor and NAND Failure Analysis lab managers and engineers.

What will you learn in this webinar

• Learn about a precise, low kV cleaning process for atom probe tomography – a method that delivers clean, high quality samples, as well as better depth control to reach the region of interest (ROI).  
• Learn how this process can automate atom probe tomography sample preparation, increasing productivity for users.

About the Semiconductor SPARK Webinar Series

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