Design-aware pattern density control in directed self-assembly graphoepitaxy process

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A method for local pattern density control of a device layout used by graphoepitaxy directed self-assembly (DSA) processes includes importing a multi-layer semiconductor device design into an assist feature system and determining overlapping regions between two or more layers in the multi-layer semiconductor device design using at least one Boolean operation. A fill for assist features is generated to provide dimensional consistency of device features by employing the overlapping regions to provide placement of the assist features. An updated device layout is stored in a memory device.

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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATIONNEW ORCHARD ROAD ARMONK NY 10504

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Chen, Hsueh-Chung Cohoes, US 168 1154
Chi, Cheng Jersey City, US 84 270
Hu, Lin Cohoes, US 65 344
Lai, Kafai Poughkeepsie, US 77 798
Liu, Chi-Chun Altamont, US 109 616
Pitera, Jed W Portola Valley, US 9 39

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