Conductivity-type conversion in multiple-implant/multiple-anneal SOI

Results of an investigation of the electrical properties of superficial silicon and epitaxial capping layers grown on multiple-implant/anneal SIMOX and zone melt recrystallization substrates are presented. An unexpected SIMOX conductivity type change (from n to p) was observed in the SIMOX superficial layer, as well as in subsequently grown epi-layers. It is believed that the conductivity-type change is related to the presence of a process-induced acceptor impurity or an impurity (oxygen)-vacancy complex.<
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