Modeling methodology: using simulation to understand capacity constraints and improve efficiency on process tools

  • Authors:
  • Manuel Aybar;Kishore Potti;Todd LeBaron

  • Affiliations:
  • Texas Instruments Inc., Dallas TX;Texas Instruments Inc., Dallas TX;Brooks Automation, Salt Lake City, UT

  • Venue:
  • Proceedings of the 34th conference on Winter simulation: exploring new frontiers
  • Year:
  • 2002

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Abstract

Finding hidden capacity and maximizing cluster tool throughput is a common goal for today's semiconductor manufacturers. This presentation will discuss a flexible and accurate simulation program capable of modeling a wide range of semiconductor process tools. The simulation program provides visibility and understanding into the internal dependencies and interactions of each process tool. This information provides a solid base from which sound decisions can be made. Simulation results from two case studies will be presented. The real-world capacity improvements, cycle time reductions and cost savings will be presented.