Absorbance modulation optical lithography

Abstract

In this thesis, the concept of absorbance-modulation optical lithography (AMOL) is described, and the feasibility experimentally verified. AMOL is an implementation of nodal lithography, which is not bounded by the diffraction limit of incident lights. Experimental results showed promising capability of AMOL and matched well with simulation. Several key elements of the AMOL system are discussed: the material systems of AMOL, limitations on the material and optical systems presented, and the design and fabrication of spiral phase elements that generate ring-shaped beams required by AMOL.