Methods of forming power semiconductor devices having superjunction structures with pillars having implanted sidewalls

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Methods of forming a power semiconductor device are provided in which a semiconductor drift layer that is doped with impurities having a first conductivity type is formed on a semiconductor substrate. A portion of the semiconductor drift layer is removed to form a recessed region in the semiconductor drift layer and to define a first semiconductor pillar. Impurities having a second conductivity type that is opposite the first conductivity type are implanted into a first sidewall of the semiconductor drift layer that is exposed by the recessed region to convert a portion of the first semiconductor pillar into a second semiconductor pillar. A third semiconductor pillar is formed in the recessed region.

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CREE INCDURHAM NC 27703

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Cheng, Lin Chapel Hill, US 189 1423
Lichtenwalner, Daniel J Raleigh, US 18 73
Pala, Vipindas Morrisville, US 53 336
Van, Brunt Edward Robert Morrisville, US 49 170

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