Aixtron has patented a method for depositing a nucleation layer on a group IV substrate using group III and V elements. By introducing specific gaseous materials at high temperatures, they achieve a low dopant concentration and reduced damping in the crystal structure, enabling the development of a two-dimensional electron gas. GlobalData’s report on Aixtron gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Method for depositing nucleation layer on substrate with doping effect
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11887848B2) discloses a method for depositing a nucleation layer on a substrate made of a group IV element. The method involves introducing gaseous starting materials containing group III and V elements into a process chamber at temperatures above 500°C. A buffer layer and an active layer are then deposited on the nucleation layer to create a two-dimensional electron gas. By controlling the partial pressure and mass flow of the gaseous starting materials, a dopant concentration between 1×10^17 and 1×10^18 cm-3 is achieved, along with a decrease in high-frequency damping.
Furthermore, the patent details the deposition process under specific conditions, such as a process temperature range of 800°C to 1,200°C and a molar ratio of the gaseous starting materials. The substrate, typically silicon or germanium, is treated with specific gaseous starting materials containing silicon or germanium. The method also focuses on doping the nucleation layer with the group IV element and controlling the dopant concentration to not exceed 1×10^18 cm-3. The resulting layer sequence includes a buffer layer, an active layer, and a two-dimensional electron gas at the boundary surface between them, showcasing the innovative approach outlined in the patent.
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