Calibrated optical and resist models used by optical proximity correction to modify mask shapes so that the printed patterns on the wafer match the intended layout across the process window.
Model Work product in the Process technology (node) lifecycle
It is what lets dense patterns print faithfully at small dimensions. Poorly calibrated models let critical dimensions vary with layout context, multiply hotspots and hurt yield on customer designs that pass every rule check.
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