Confocal 3D inspection system and process
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May 27, 2004
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Oct 30, 2003
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Jul 16, 2001
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Abstract
A confocal three dimensional inspection system, and process for use thereof, allows for rapid inspecting of bumps and other three dimensional (3D) features on wafers, other semiconductor substrates and other large format micro topographies. The sensor eliminates out of focus light using a confocal principal to create a narrow depth response in the micron range.
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AUGUST TECHNOLOGY CORP | 4900 WEST 78TH STREET BLOOMINGTON MN 55435 |
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Inventor Name | Address | # of filed Patents | Total Citations |
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Blair, Alan | St. Paul, MN | 24 | 681 |
# of filed Patents : 24 Total Citations : 681 | |||
Vaughnn, David | Edina, MN | 19 | 122 |
# of filed Patents : 19 Total Citations : 122 | |||
Watkins, Cory | Chanhassen, MN | 30 | 332 |
# of filed Patents : 30 Total Citations : 332 |
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Surcharge after expiration - Late payment is unavoidable | $700.00 | $350.00 | $175.00 |
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