Diamond-Coated CMP Polishing Pad to Prevent SiO2 Clogging
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Solution Overview
Problem
The polishing rate in chemical mechanical polishing (CMP) processes is reduced due to clogging or glazing caused by SiO2 film accumulation in the polishing pad, leading to decreased efficiency.
Innovation Solution
A CMP polishing pad comprising a base layer, a polishing layer with a concave-convex pattern, and a coating layer containing diamond particles, which enhances polishing efficiency by preventing clogging and glazing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If a conventional polishing pad is used for CMP processing, then the polishing process can be performed, but the polishing rate decreases due to clogging or glazing caused by SiO2 film accumulation
Solution Approach 1:
The polishing layer is configured with a concave-convex pattern where different regions have different functions: the convex portions provide polishing action while the concave portions collect and remove slurry and debris. This local differentiation prevents SiO2 film accumulation in specific areas, eliminating clogging and glazing while maintaining high polishing rate.
Solution Approach 2:
The polishing layer is designed with a porous structure containing multiple concave portions that act as reservoirs for slurry and debris collection. This porous configuration allows efficient removal of polished materials and prevents accumulation of SiO2 film, thereby preventing clogging and glazing during the polishing process.
2Ease of manufacture
If the polishing pad structure is simplified, then manufacturing is easier, but the ability to prevent clogging and glazing is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The polishing layer is segmented into multiple convex and concave portions, creating a patterned structure that facilitates slurry flow and debris removal. This segmentation is achieved through a straightforward molding process, maintaining ease of manufacture while effectively preventing clogging and glazing to preserve high polishing rate.
Solution Approach 2:
The polishing layer features a concave-convex pattern with curved surfaces that facilitate the flow of slurry and removal of debris. The curved geometry is easily formed through conventional molding techniques, combining manufacturing simplicity with effective prevention of SiO2 film accumulation and maintenance of high polishing rate.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The integration of diamond particles in the coating layer improves polishing rate and prevents clogging or glazing during SiO2 film processing, thereby enhancing the CMP process efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
a coating layer on the polishing layer and including diamond particles
Implementation Method 2
rubbing the substrate and the polishing pad against each other
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AI summary
A chemical mechanical polishing (CMP) polishing pad includes a base layer, a polishing layer on the base layer and having a concave-convex pattern shape, and a coating layer on the polishing layer and comprising diamond particles.


