Semiconductor lithography

Semiconductor lithography is a manufacturing process used to create tiny patterns on silicon wafers, forming the circuits inside electronic devices. It involves coating the wafer with a light-sensitive material called a photoresist, then exposing it to light through a patterned mask. The exposed areas are chemically developed, revealing intricate designs that guide the addition or removal of materials during chip fabrication. This process enables the production of incredibly small and precise features, essential for the high performance and miniaturization of modern electronic components like processors and memory chips.