1. Applied Materials introduces a new deposition tool that allows copper wires to be used in 2nm and more advanced process technologies. 2. The tool uses a binary RuCo liner to improve surface properties for copper reflow, reducing resistance by 25%. 3. The company also introduces an upgraded Black Diamond Low-K film to further reduce dielectric constant and increase mechanical strength for 3D stacking.
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