Abstract

Resolution, line edge/width roughness, and sensitivity (RLS) are critical indicators for evaluating the imaging performance of resists. As the technology node gradually shrinks, stricter indicator control is required for high-resolution imaging. However, current research can improve only part of the RLS indicators of resists for line patterns, and it is difficult to improve the overall imaging performance of resists in extreme ultraviolet lithography. Here, we report a lithographic process optimization system of line patterns, where RLS models are first established by adopting a machine learning method, and then these models are optimized using a simulated annealing algorithm. Finally, the process parameter combination with optimal imaging quality of line patterns can be obtained. This system can control resist RLS indicators, and it exhibits high optimization accuracy, which facilitates the reduction of process optimization time and cost and accelerates the development of the lithography process.

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