Method for ultra rapid determination of the lubrication mechanism in chemical mechanical planarization

Ruochen Han, Yasa Sampurno, Siannie Theng, Fransisca Sudargho, Yun Zhuang, Ara Philipossian

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Abstract

In chemical mechanical planarization (CMP), Stribeck curves are normally constructed by plotting average coefficient of frictions (COF) against the average Sommerfeld number. Consequently, traditional Stribeck curves fail to provide a full explanation of the lubrication phenomena simply because COF and polishing downforce can fluctuate significantly due to stick-slip phenomena and transient instabilities caused by polishing kinematics and consumables. This study introduces a new method for rapidly generating an "improved" Stribeck curve (i.e. Stribeck+ curve) that shows a more complete tribological picture of the process. The method significantly reduces the consumables and time required to obtain the curve compared to traditional means. Results of the Stribeck+ curve are consistent with individual tests using several different consumables combinations. All copper CMP Stribeck+ examples clearly indicate the lubrication mechanism and transitions thereof between different polishing conditions. Variability in COF as well as a much wider range in v/P are also explored.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)P32-P37
JournalECS Journal of Solid State Science and Technology
Volume6
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - 2017

Keywords

  • Chemical mechanical planarization
  • Coefficient of frictions
  • Lubrication mechanism
  • Stribeck+ curve

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials

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