Norman W. Parker - Westlake Village CA William G. Turnbull - Newbury Park CA William P. Robinson - Newbury Park CA
Assignee:
Microbeam Inc. - Newbury Park CA
International Classification:
H01J 3726
US Classification:
250309
Abstract:
An integrated charge neutralization and imaging system is disclosed. An energy analyzer is mounted directed above a target surface consisting of a 90 degree spherical electrostatic capacitor with variable voltage on both the inner and outer electrodes. Circular apertures are mounted at the entrance and exit of the analyzer to limit the fringing electric fields and define the beam size. An electrostatic lenses is used for focusing the beam from the electron gun into the virtual object plane of the energy analyzer. It is also used to collect secondary electrons or secondary ions leaving the energy analyzer and focused them into the imaging optics. A defector is used for steering the electron beam onto the axis of the lens. This deflector is also used to steer the secondary electrons or secondary ions into the electron/ion detector, or to steer the secondary ions into the SIMS mass filter entrance aperture. An electrons gun is used for providing a beam of electrons which is aimed towards the deflector, and then on through the lens and energy analyzer, finally ending up at the target surface.
Method For Repairing Semiconductor Masks And Reticles
Norman W. Parker - Westlake Village CA William P. Robinson - Newbury Park CA Robert L. Piccioni - Thousand Oaks CA
Assignee:
MicroBeam, Inc. - Newbury Park CA
International Classification:
C23F 102
US Classification:
20419234
Abstract:
Apparatus and method for repairing semiconductor masks and reticles is disclosed, utilizing a focused ion beam system capable of delivering, from a single ion beam column, several different species of focused ion beams, each of which is individually optimized to meet the differing requirements of the major functions to be performed in mask repair. This method allows the mask to be imaged with high resolution and minimum mask damage. Opaque defects are removed by sputter etching at high rates with minimum damage to the mask substrate, and clear defects are filled in at high rates directly from the beam by deposition of a metallic or other substance compatible with the mask materials. A focused ion beam column able to produce precisely focused ion beams is employed and is operated at high energies for imaging and sputter etching, and at low energies for imaging and deposition. A liquid metal alloy source containing suitable atomic species is employed.
Secondary Ion Collection And Transport System For Ion Microprobe
James W. Ward - Canoga Park CA Herbert Schlanger - Simi Valley CA Hugh McNulty - Santa Monica CA Norman W. Parker - Camarillo CA
Assignee:
Hughes Aircraft Company - El Segundo CA
International Classification:
G01N 2300 H01J 3726
US Classification:
250309
Abstract:
A secondary ion collection and transport system, for use with an ion microprobe, which is very compact and occupies only a small working distance, thereby enabling the primary ion beam to have a short focal length and high resolution. Ions sputtered from the target surface by the primary beam's impact are collected between two arcuate members having radii of curvature and applied voltages that cause only ions within a specified energy band to be collected. The collected ions are accelerated and focused in a transport section consisting of a plurality of spaced conductive members which are coaxial with and distributed along the desired ion path. Relatively high voltages are applied to alternate transport sections to produce accelerating electric fields sufficient to transport the ions through the section to an ion mass analyzer, while lower voltages are applied to the other transport sections to focus the ions and bring their velocity to a level compatible with the analyzing apparatus.
A Wien filter for use in charged particle beam systems is disclosed, having two opposed resistive magnetic pole pieces separated from a set of excitation coils by an electrically insulating material. Two opposed electric pole pieces are positioned in orthogonal relationship to and in physical contact with the magnetic pole pieces to form a physical aperture through which the charged particles will pass. The resistivity of the magnetic pole pieces is such that sufficient current will flow through them between the electric pole pieces to establish a uniform electric field over the entire physical aperture.
Method For Repairing Semiconductor Masks & Reticles
Norman W. Parker - Westlake Village CA William P. Robinson - Newbury Park CA Robert L. Piccioni - Thousand Oaks CA
Assignee:
Microbeam, Inc. - Mountain View CA
International Classification:
B05D 306
US Classification:
427526
Abstract:
Apparatus and method for repairing semiconductor masks and reticles is disclosed, utilizing a focused ion beam system capable of delivering, from a single ion beam column, several different species of focused ion beams, each of which is individually optimized to meet the differing requirements of the major functions to be performed in mask repair. This method allows the mask to be imaged with high resolution and minimum mask damage. Opaque defects are removed by sputter etching at high rates with minimum damage to the mask substrate, and clear defects are filled in at high rates directly from the beam by deposition of a metallic or other substance compatible with the mask materials. A focused ion beam column able to produce precisely focused ion beams is employed and is operated at high energies for imaging and sputter etching, and at low energies for imaging and deposition. A liquid metal alloy source containing suitable atomic species is employed.
It's been 34 years since Ferguson was first sentenced to die. That is longer than many on death row but by no means the record in Florida. Corrections Department records show that several inmates have been on Death Row since the early 1970s and one, Norman Parker, first got there in 1967.
Date: Oct 23, 2012
Category: U.S.
Source: Google
Manuel Valle executed, 33 years after killing police officer
Plessinger said 397 inmates are on Death Row at two different facilities. Several inmates have been on Death Row longer than Valle, including Norman Parker, who has been there since 1967. According to the department, the average length of stay on Death Row is nearly 13 years.