WO2022193336A1 - Wafer carrier identification card replacement device - Google Patents

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WO2022193336A1
WO2022193336A1 PCT/CN2021/082312 CN2021082312W WO2022193336A1 WO 2022193336 A1 WO2022193336 A1 WO 2022193336A1 CN 2021082312 W CN2021082312 W CN 2021082312W WO 2022193336 A1 WO2022193336 A1 WO 2022193336A1
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季爱民
张宁娜
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蒋孝恩
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台湾积体电路制造股份有限公司
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  • the present application relates to the field of semiconductor technology, and in particular, to a wafer carrier identification plate replacement device.
  • Wafer refers to the substrate (also called substrate) on which semiconductor transistors or integrated circuits are fabricated. Because it is a crystalline material, its shape is circular, so it is called a wafer. In recent years, the semiconductor industry has been vigorously developed in China, and the automation of the wafer production line has become an important factor in improving the output and quality of wafers.
  • the identification plate of the wafer carrier needs to be manually replaced manually.
  • the operator needs to pull out the identification plate from the previous wafer carrier and install it in another clean wafer carrier, which is inefficient. And the labor cost is high.
  • the embodiment of the present application provides a wafer carrier identification plate replacement device, so as to at least solve the problem of high cost and low efficiency caused by the need to manually replace the existing wafer carrier identification plate.
  • the embodiment of the present application provides a wafer carrier identification plate replacement device, including:
  • a clamping assembly which is arranged on the bracket, the clamping assembly includes a first clamping member and a second clamping member that are used together, at least one of the first clamping member and the second clamping member
  • the device is slidably arranged relative to the bracket along the longitudinal direction to adjust the distance between the first clamping member and the second clamping member;
  • the first detection component is arranged between the first clamping member and the second clamping member to detect the first parameter information of the identification plate, and the first parameter information includes the first clamping member and the second clamping member. Whether there is information data of the identification plate between the second clamping members;
  • the second detection component is disposed on the support along the longitudinal movement, the second detection component moves to the clamping component according to the first parameter information to obtain the second parameter information of the identification plate, the
  • the second parameter information includes preset position information of the identification tag between the first clamping member and the second clamping member.
  • the second detection assembly includes two first pressure-sensitive elements laterally disposed on both sides of the bracket, and the first pressure-sensitive elements can move from an initial position to the longitudinal direction from an initial position. Clamp assembly.
  • the second detection assembly further includes a first driving member, the first driving member is disposed on the bracket and drives the first pressure-sensitive element to reciprocate linearly along the longitudinal direction.
  • a third detection component is further included, and the third detection component is located in at least one of the first clamping member and the second clamping member to detect the third parameter information of the identification plate , the third parameter information includes the information data of whether the wafer carrier leaves the replacement device; when the first parameter information is that there is an identification plate between the first clamping piece and the second clamping piece , and the third parameter information is that when the wafer carrier leaves the replacement device, the second detection component moves to the clamping component.
  • the third detection component includes a photosensitive element, and the photosensitive element is disposed on the side of the first holder facing the wafer carrier, and/or the photosensitive element is disposed on the The second holder faces the side of the wafer carrier.
  • the first detection assembly includes a second pressure-sensitive element for detecting the first parameter information of the identification plate.
  • the first clamp includes a first clamp portion and a first stop portion connected at an angle
  • the second clamp includes a second clamp portion and a second clamp portion connected at an angle
  • a stopper part the first clamping part and the second clamping part are disposed opposite to each other along the longitudinal direction, and are used for clamping the identification plate.
  • the clamping assembly further includes a driving assembly, the driving assembly includes a second driving member and a connecting member, the connecting member is connected to the first clamping member, and the second driving member passes through
  • the connecting member drives the first clamping member to approach or move away from the second clamping member; the second clamping member is fixedly arranged on the bracket, and is located between the first clamping member and the second clamping member. Between the two detection components.
  • a side of the bracket facing away from the second clamping member is provided with a groove, and the connecting member is located in the groove and can slide therein.
  • the connecting member is provided with an escape hole extending through itself in the thickness direction, and the first detection component is located in the escape hole.
  • the wafer carrier identification plate replacement device provided by the embodiment of the present application can not only replace the labor, realize the clamping and release of the identification plate, and reduce the cost, but also can detect the identification plate by setting the first detection component and the second detection component. Whether it is clamped and whether the clamping position is correct, the accuracy of the clamped position of the identification plate is improved, thereby improving the replacement efficiency of the identification plate. In addition, the improvement of the accuracy of the clamping position of the identification plate can greatly improve the success rate of subsequent identification plates inserted into the clean wafer carrier, and reduce the friction between the identification plate and the wafer carrier caused by the deviation of the clamping position. friction to ensure accurate mating of the tag and wafer carrier.
  • FIG. 1 is a schematic structural diagram of a wafer carrier identification plate replacement device according to an embodiment of the present application
  • Fig. 2 is the enlarged schematic diagram of A place in Fig. 1;
  • FIG. 3 is a rear view of the wafer carrier identification plate replacement device shown in FIG. 1;
  • FIG. 4 is a schematic structural diagram of the wafer carrier identification plate replacement device, the wafer carrier and the manipulator shown in FIG. 1 in a working state.
  • clamping assembly 121, first clamping part; 122, second clamping part; 123, first clamping part; 124, first stop part; 125, second clamping part; 126, second 127, the second driving member; 128, the connecting member; 129, the avoidance hole;
  • the first detection component 14.
  • the second detection assembly 141, the first pressure-sensitive element; 142, the first driving member;
  • FIG. 1 is a schematic structural diagram of a wafer carrier identification plate replacement device according to an embodiment of the present application.
  • the wafer carrier identification plate replacement device provided by the embodiment of the present application includes a bracket 11 , a clamping component 12 , a first detection component 13 and a second detection component 14 .
  • the bracket 11 is extended in the longitudinal direction Y.
  • the clamping assembly 12 is arranged on the bracket 11 , and the clamping assembly 12 includes a first clamping member 121 and a second clamping member 122 that are used together.
  • At least one of the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122 is along the The longitudinal direction Y is slidably disposed relative to the bracket 11 to adjust the distance between the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122 .
  • the first detection component 13 is arranged between the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122 to detect the first parameter information of the identification plate, and the first parameter information includes the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member Whether there is information data of the sign between 122.
  • the second detection component 14 moves along the longitudinal direction Y and is disposed on the bracket 11.
  • the second detection component 14 moves to the clamping component 12 according to the first parameter information to obtain the second parameter information of the identification plate.
  • the second parameter information includes the identification plate in the first clamp. Preset position information between the holder 121 and the second holder 122 .
  • the wafer carrier identification plate replacement device of the embodiment of the present application can not only replace labor, realize the clamping and releasing of identification plates, and reduce costs, but also can detect the identification by setting the first detection component 13 and the second detection component 14 . Whether the card is clamped and whether the clamping position is correct, thereby improving the accuracy of the clamping position of the identification card, thereby improving the replacement efficiency of the identification card. In addition, the improvement of the accuracy of the clamping position of the identification plate can greatly improve the success rate of subsequent identification plates inserted into the clean wafer carrier, and reduce the friction between the identification plate and the wafer carrier caused by the deviation of the clamping position. friction to ensure accurate mating of the tag and wafer carrier.
  • the first detection component 13 includes a second pressure-sensitive element, and the second pressure-sensitive element is used to detect the first parameter information of the identification plate.
  • the second pressure sensitive element is a pressure sensor.
  • the second pressure-sensitive element is disposed on the bracket 11 between the first clamping part 121 and the second clamping part 122 , and the second pressure-sensitive element may protrude from the surface of the bracket 11 .
  • the second pressure-sensitive element can also be arranged on other structures, as long as it can detect whether there is information data of the identification plate between the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122 . When the identification plate is clamped, the protruding second pressure-sensitive element will be squeezed, and then the second pressure-sensitive element sends out information data that the identification plate has been clamped.
  • the first detection component 13 includes a ranging sensor, and the ranging sensor detects the first parameter information of the identification plate.
  • the distance measuring sensor detects that the distance from the identification plate is within a certain range, it will send out information data that the identification plate has been clamped. For example, within the range of 0-5mm, it means that the identification plate has been clamped.
  • the first detection component 13 may also include other types of detection elements, which can detect whether there is information data of the identification plate between the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122.
  • the second detection assembly 14 includes two first pressure-sensitive elements 141 disposed on both sides of the bracket 11 along the transverse direction X, and the first pressure-sensitive elements 141 can move from the initial position along the longitudinal direction Y to clamping component 12.
  • the initial position of the first pressure-sensitive element 141 is located in the middle or lower part of the bracket 11, the clamping assembly 12 is located at the upper part of the bracket 11, the first pressure-sensitive element 141 moves upward from the initial position to both sides of the clamping assembly 12, and then Obtain information about whether the identification plate is in the preset position between the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122, that is, whether the identification plate is between the two first pressure-sensitive elements 141, if the identification plate is skewed, then One of the first pressure-sensitive elements 141 will touch the identification plate when it rises to the clamping assembly 12 , that is, the first pressure-sensitive element 141 will touch the identification plate when it rises to the second clamping member 122 , and the first pressure The sensitive
  • the second detection component 14 may also include other types of detection elements, which can detect whether the identification plate is in a preset position.
  • the preset position refers to the set area where the sign is located, which can be determined according to actual needs. In this embodiment, the preset position refers to the area between the two first pressure-sensitive elements 141 .
  • the second detection component 14 includes a distance measuring sensor, which detects the distance from the distance sensor to the left side or the right side of the identification plate at the place where it rises to the clamping assembly 12, and obtains whether the identification plate is in the first position.
  • Information data of the preset position between the clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122 is obtained.
  • the second detection assembly 14 further includes a first driving member 142 .
  • the first driving member 142 is fixedly disposed on the bracket 11 and drives the first pressure-sensitive element 141 to reciprocate linearly along the longitudinal direction Y.
  • the first driving member 142 is an electric cylinder, and of course, it can also be other components capable of driving the first pressure-sensitive element 141 to rise or fall, such as a hydraulic cylinder.
  • the first driving member 142 drives the first pressure-sensitive element 141 to rise or fall, so that the first pressure-sensitive element 141 is in a position that does not affect the movement of the robot and the wafer carrier when not in use, so as to avoid interference.
  • the wafer carrier identification plate replacement device further includes a third detection component, and the third detection component is located in at least one of the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122 to detect the identification
  • the third parameter information of the card, the third parameter information includes information data of whether the wafer carrier leaves the replacement device.
  • the second detection component 14 moves to the clamping component 12. Acquire second parameter information of the identification plate.
  • the first parameter information is that there is an identification plate between the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122 , it means that the identification plate has just been removed and is on the replacement device, and it is necessary to detect whether the identification plate is skewed. At this time, the second detection component 14 is lifted up for detection without interfering with the wafer carrier.
  • the third detection component includes a photosensitive element 15, and the photosensitive element 15 is fixedly disposed on the side of the second clamping member 122 facing the wafer carrier.
  • the photosensitive element 15 may also be disposed on the side of the first holding member 121 facing the wafer carrier, or one photosensitive element 15 may be disposed on each of the first holding member 121 and the second holding member 122 . Since the wafer carriers are in close contact with the clamping assembly 12 during the process of removing or installing the identification plate, and the volume of the wafer carrier is much larger than that of the clamping assembly 12 , the wafer carriers are covered by the clamping assembly 12 .
  • the intensity of the light received by the clamping assembly 12 will become weaker.
  • the photosensitive element 15 By arranging the photosensitive element 15, the light change of the clamping assembly 12 can be clearly sensed, and it can be accurately determined whether the wafer carrier leaves the replacement device. Since the second clamping member 122 is located below the first clamping member 121 , the shielded area is larger, and the photosensitive element 15 can be more clearly perceived when the photosensitive element 15 is disposed thereon.
  • the third detection component may also include other detection elements capable of detecting whether the wafer carrier leaves the replacement device.
  • FIG. 2 is an enlarged schematic view of A in FIG. 1 .
  • the first clamping member 121 includes a first clamping portion 123 and a first stopper portion 124 connected at an angle.
  • the second clamping member 122 includes a second clamping portion 125 and a second stopper portion 126 connected at an angle, and the first clamping portion 123 and the second clamping portion 125 are arranged opposite to each other along the longitudinal direction Y for clamping the identification Card.
  • the identification plate is prevented from slipping out.
  • first clamping portion 123 and the first stopping portion 124 are connected at a right angle
  • second clamping portion 125 and the second stopping portion 126 are connected at a right angle
  • first clamping portion 123 and the first stopper portion 124, the second clamping portion 125 and the second stopper portion 126 can also be connected at other angles, as long as the first stopper portion 124 and the second stopper portion are satisfied The stop function of the portion 126 is sufficient.
  • first stopper portion 124 and the first clamping portion 123 are integrally formed, and the second stopper portion 126 and the second clamping portion 125 are integrally formed.
  • first stopper portion 124 and the first clamping portion 123, and the second stopper portion 126 and the second clamping portion 125 may also adopt other connection methods, such as bonding.
  • FIG. 3 is a rear view of the wafer carrier identification plate replacement device shown in FIG. 1 .
  • the clamping assembly 12 further includes a driving assembly, the driving assembly includes a second driving member 127 and a connecting member 128 , the second driving member 127 is fixedly disposed on the bracket 11 , and the connecting member 128 is connected to the second driving member The output end of 127 is fixedly connected to the first clamping member 121 .
  • the second clamping member 122 is fixedly disposed on the bracket 11 and is located between the first clamping member 121 and the second detection component 14 , and the first clamping member 121 is located above the bracket 11 .
  • the second driving member 127 drives the first clamping member 121 to approach or move away from the second clamping member 122 via the connecting member 128 .
  • the position of the second clamping member 122 is fixed, and the identification plate 2 is clamped by the first clamping member 121 being close to or away from the second clamping member 122 , which is more compact and reasonable in structure and more convenient to use.
  • the second driving member 127 is an electric cylinder.
  • the second driving member 127 may also be other components capable of driving the first clamping member 121 to perform linear motion, such as an electric telescopic rod, a pneumatic cylinder, a hydraulic cylinder, and the like.
  • the second clamping portion 125 is screwed to the bracket 11 .
  • the two adopt a detachable connection method, which is convenient to adjust the position of the second clamping part 125, and then the clamping distance between the first clamping part 123 and the second clamping part 125 can be adjusted according to different sizes of the sign 2 , to improve the applicability of the replacement device.
  • the connecting member 128 is connected to the second clamping member 122 located below, the first clamping member 121 located above is fixedly disposed, and the second driving member 127 drives the second clamping member 122 to approach or away from the first clamping member 121 .
  • a groove is provided on the side of the bracket 11 away from the second clamping member 122 , the connecting member 128 is located in the groove and slides in the groove, and the upper end of the connecting member 128 is fixedly connected to the first clamping portion 123 .
  • the connecting member 128 is provided with an escape hole 129 penetrating itself in the thickness direction, and the first detection component 13 is located in the escape hole 129 .
  • the connecting member 128 is a plate-shaped member, of course, it can also be a block-shaped member or a strip-shaped member.
  • the identification plate replacement device of the embodiment of the present application includes a control device, and the control device is connected to the first detection component 13, the second detection component 14, the third detection component and the driving component, so as to control the time when the above components perform corresponding actions and receive corresponding Information data and processing.
  • the control device may be located on the support 11, or may be integrated into the control system of the wafer production line.
  • FIG. 4 shows the wafer carrier identification plate replacement device, the wafer carrier and the manipulator shown in FIG. 1 . Schematic diagram of the structure in working state.
  • the robot 4 clamps the wafer carrier 3 with the identification plate 2 to be replaced to the front of the clamping assembly 12 and inserts the identification plate 2 between the first clamping part 123 and the second clamping part 125 , and the robot 4 drives the wafer carrier 3
  • the tool 3 moves downward and is inserted into the locking groove formed by the second stopper portion 126 , the second clamping portion 125 and the bracket 11 , and then the second driving member 127 drives the first clamping member 121 via the connecting member 128 Moving downward, the first clamping part 123 and the second clamping part 125 clamp the identification plate 2 , and the manipulator 4 drives the wafer carrier 3 to move downward, so that the accommodating groove on the wafer carrier 3 is separated from the identification plate 2 , the manipulator 4 leaves with the wafer carrier 3 to be replaced; at this time, the first detection component 13 detects whether the identification plate 2 is clamped, and after it is determined to be clamped, the third detection component detects whether the wafer carrier 3 leaves the replacement.
  • the control device controls the first driving member 142 to drive the first pressure-sensitive element 141 to rise to the clamping assembly 12, and detects the movement of the identification plate 2 between the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122. According to the preset position information, if the position of the identification plate 2 is correct, the first pressure sensitive element 141 descends to the initial position.
  • the manipulator 4 brings a clean wafer carrier 3 to the replacement device 1, and drives the wafer carrier 3 to move from bottom to top, so that the accommodating groove is inserted into both sides of the identification plate 2 from bottom to top.
  • the second driving member 127 drives the first clamping member 121 to rise and releases the identification plate 2
  • the robot 4 drives the wafer carrier 3 to rise for a certain distance, so that the identification plate 2 is separated from the second clamping member 122, and then the robot arm 4 leads the The clean wafer carrier 3 of the identification plate 2 retreats and leaves, and the replacement of the identification plate 2 is completed.

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The present application provides a wafer carrier identification card replacement device, comprising a support, a clamping assembly, a first detection assembly, and a second detection assembly. The support extends in a longitudinal direction. The clamping assembly is disposed on the support, and comprises a first clamping member and a second clamping member which are used in cooperation. At least one of the first clamping member and the second clamping member is slidably arranged relative to the support in the longitudinal direction. The first detection assembly is provided between the first clamping member and the second clamping member to test first parameter information of an identification card, the first parameter information comprising information data of whether an identification card exists between the first clamping member and the second clamping member. The second detection assembly is movably disposed on the support in the longitudinal direction, and moves to the clamping assembly according to the first parameter information to obtain second parameter information of the identification card. The wafer carrier identification card replacement device provided by the present application can not only replace the manual operation and reduce the cost, but also improve the accuracy of the clamped position of the identification card, thereby improving the replacement efficiency of the identification card.

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晶圆载具标识牌更换装置Wafer carrier identification plate changer
相关申请的交叉引用CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
本申请要求享有于2021年3月19日提交的名称为“晶圆载具标识牌更换装置”的中国专利申请202120570604.5的优先权,该申请的全部内容通过引用并入本文中。This application claims priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202120570604.5, filed on March 19, 2021, entitled "Wafer Carrier Identification Plate Replacement Device", the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.
技术领域technical field
本申请涉及半导体技术领域,特别是涉及一种晶圆载具标识牌更换装置。The present application relates to the field of semiconductor technology, and in particular, to a wafer carrier identification plate replacement device.
背景技术Background technique
晶圆指制造半导体晶体管或集成电路的衬底(也叫基片)。由于是晶体材料,其形状为圆形,所以称为晶圆。近几年国内正大力发展半导体产业,晶圆产线的自动化程度成为提升晶圆产量和质量的重要影响因素。Wafer refers to the substrate (also called substrate) on which semiconductor transistors or integrated circuits are fabricated. Because it is a crystalline material, its shape is circular, so it is called a wafer. In recent years, the semiconductor industry has been vigorously developed in China, and the automation of the wafer production line has become an important factor in improving the output and quality of wafers.
目前晶圆产线中,晶圆载具的标识牌需要人工手动更换,操作人员需要从上一个晶圆载具中将标识牌拔出再安装至另一个干净的晶圆载具中,效率低且人工成本高。In the current wafer production line, the identification plate of the wafer carrier needs to be manually replaced manually. The operator needs to pull out the identification plate from the previous wafer carrier and install it in another clean wafer carrier, which is inefficient. And the labor cost is high.
发明内容SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
本申请实施例提供一种晶圆载具标识牌更换装置,以至少解决现有的晶圆载具标识牌需要手动更换导致成本高而效率低的问题。The embodiment of the present application provides a wafer carrier identification plate replacement device, so as to at least solve the problem of high cost and low efficiency caused by the need to manually replace the existing wafer carrier identification plate.
本申请实施例提供了一种晶圆载具标识牌更换装置,包括:The embodiment of the present application provides a wafer carrier identification plate replacement device, including:
支架,沿纵向延伸设置;a bracket, extending along the longitudinal direction;
夹持组件,设置于所述支架,所述夹持组件包括配合使用的第一夹持件和第二夹持件,所述第一夹持件和所述第二夹持件中的至少一者沿所述纵向相对所述支架滑动设置,以调节所述第一夹持件与所述第二夹持件之 间的距离;A clamping assembly, which is arranged on the bracket, the clamping assembly includes a first clamping member and a second clamping member that are used together, at least one of the first clamping member and the second clamping member The device is slidably arranged relative to the bracket along the longitudinal direction to adjust the distance between the first clamping member and the second clamping member;
第一检测组件,设置于所述第一夹持件与所述第二夹持件之间,以检测标识牌的第一参数信息,所述第一参数信息包括所述第一夹持件与所述第二夹持件之间是否存在所述标识牌的信息数据;The first detection component is arranged between the first clamping member and the second clamping member to detect the first parameter information of the identification plate, and the first parameter information includes the first clamping member and the second clamping member. Whether there is information data of the identification plate between the second clamping members;
第二检测组件,沿所述纵向移动设置于所述支架,所述第二检测组件根据所述第一参数信息移动至所述夹持组件以获取所述标识牌的第二参数信息,所述第二参数信息包括所述标识牌在所述第一夹持件与所述第二夹持件之间的预设位置信息。The second detection component is disposed on the support along the longitudinal movement, the second detection component moves to the clamping component according to the first parameter information to obtain the second parameter information of the identification plate, the The second parameter information includes preset position information of the identification tag between the first clamping member and the second clamping member.
在一些实施例中,所述第二检测组件包括两个沿横向设置于所述支架两侧的第一压敏元件,所述第一压敏元件能够由初始位置沿所述纵向移动至所述夹持组件。In some embodiments, the second detection assembly includes two first pressure-sensitive elements laterally disposed on both sides of the bracket, and the first pressure-sensitive elements can move from an initial position to the longitudinal direction from an initial position. Clamp assembly.
在一些实施例中,所述第二检测组件进一步包括第一驱动件,所述第一驱动件设置于所述支架,并带动所述第一压敏元件沿所述纵向做直线往复运动。In some embodiments, the second detection assembly further includes a first driving member, the first driving member is disposed on the bracket and drives the first pressure-sensitive element to reciprocate linearly along the longitudinal direction.
在一些实施例中,还包括第三检测组件,所述第三检测组件位于所述第一夹持件和所述第二夹持件中的至少一者,以检测标识牌的第三参数信息,所述第三参数信息包括晶圆载具是否离开所述更换装置的信息数据;当所述第一参数信息为所述第一夹持件与所述第二夹持件之间存在标识牌、且所述第三参数信息为所述晶圆载具离开所述更换装置时,所述第二检测组件移动至所述夹持组件。In some embodiments, a third detection component is further included, and the third detection component is located in at least one of the first clamping member and the second clamping member to detect the third parameter information of the identification plate , the third parameter information includes the information data of whether the wafer carrier leaves the replacement device; when the first parameter information is that there is an identification plate between the first clamping piece and the second clamping piece , and the third parameter information is that when the wafer carrier leaves the replacement device, the second detection component moves to the clamping component.
在一些实施例中,所述第三检测组件包括光敏元件,所述光敏元件设置于所述第一夹持件朝向晶圆载具的一侧,和/或,所述光敏元件设置于所述第二夹持件朝向晶圆载具的一侧。In some embodiments, the third detection component includes a photosensitive element, and the photosensitive element is disposed on the side of the first holder facing the wafer carrier, and/or the photosensitive element is disposed on the The second holder faces the side of the wafer carrier.
在一些实施例中,所述第一检测组件包括第二压敏元件,所述第二压敏元件用于检测所述标识牌的所述第一参数信息。In some embodiments, the first detection assembly includes a second pressure-sensitive element for detecting the first parameter information of the identification plate.
在一些实施例中,所述第一夹持件包括呈角度连接的第一夹持部和第一止挡部,所述第二夹持件包括呈角度连接的第二夹持部和第二止挡部,所述第一夹持部和所述第二夹持部沿所述纵向相对设置,用于夹持所述标识牌。In some embodiments, the first clamp includes a first clamp portion and a first stop portion connected at an angle, and the second clamp includes a second clamp portion and a second clamp portion connected at an angle A stopper part, the first clamping part and the second clamping part are disposed opposite to each other along the longitudinal direction, and are used for clamping the identification plate.
在一些实施例中,所述夹持组件进一步包括驱动组件,所述驱动组件包括第二驱动件和连接件,所述连接件连接于所述第一夹持件,所述第二驱动件通过所述连接件带动所述第一夹持件靠近或远离所述第二夹持件;所述第二夹持件固定设置于所述支架,且位于所述第一夹持件和所述第二检测组件之间。In some embodiments, the clamping assembly further includes a driving assembly, the driving assembly includes a second driving member and a connecting member, the connecting member is connected to the first clamping member, and the second driving member passes through The connecting member drives the first clamping member to approach or move away from the second clamping member; the second clamping member is fixedly arranged on the bracket, and is located between the first clamping member and the second clamping member. Between the two detection components.
在一些实施例中,所述支架背离所述第二夹持件的一侧设置有凹槽,所述连接件位于所述凹槽中并能够在其中滑动。In some embodiments, a side of the bracket facing away from the second clamping member is provided with a groove, and the connecting member is located in the groove and can slide therein.
在一些实施例中,所述连接件开设有在厚度方向上贯穿自身的避让孔,所述第一检测组件位于所述避让孔中。In some embodiments, the connecting member is provided with an escape hole extending through itself in the thickness direction, and the first detection component is located in the escape hole.
本申请实施例提供的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置不仅能够取代人工、实现标识牌的夹取和放开、降低成本,而且通过设置第一检测组件和第二检测组件,能够检测到标识牌是否被夹持以及夹持位置是否正确,从而提高了标识牌被夹持位置的精确程度,进而提高了标识牌的更换效率。并且,标识牌被夹持位置精度的提高,可大大提升后续标识牌插入干净的晶圆载具中的成功率,减少了由于夹持位置偏移导致的标识牌与晶圆载具之间的摩擦,为标识牌和晶圆载具的准确插接提供保证。The wafer carrier identification plate replacement device provided by the embodiment of the present application can not only replace the labor, realize the clamping and release of the identification plate, and reduce the cost, but also can detect the identification plate by setting the first detection component and the second detection component. Whether it is clamped and whether the clamping position is correct, the accuracy of the clamped position of the identification plate is improved, thereby improving the replacement efficiency of the identification plate. In addition, the improvement of the accuracy of the clamping position of the identification plate can greatly improve the success rate of subsequent identification plates inserted into the clean wafer carrier, and reduce the friction between the identification plate and the wafer carrier caused by the deviation of the clamping position. friction to ensure accurate mating of the tag and wafer carrier.
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下面将通过参考附图来描述本申请示例性实施例的特征、优点和技术效果。Features, advantages, and technical effects of exemplary embodiments of the present application will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
图1是本申请实施例的一种晶圆载具标识牌更换装置的结构示意图;1 is a schematic structural diagram of a wafer carrier identification plate replacement device according to an embodiment of the present application;
图2是图1中A处的放大示意图;Fig. 2 is the enlarged schematic diagram of A place in Fig. 1;
图3是图1所示的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置的后视图;3 is a rear view of the wafer carrier identification plate replacement device shown in FIG. 1;
图4是图1所示的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置、晶圆载具以及机械手在工作状态的结构示意图。FIG. 4 is a schematic structural diagram of the wafer carrier identification plate replacement device, the wafer carrier and the manipulator shown in FIG. 1 in a working state.
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1、更换装置;1. Replace the device;
11、支架;11. Bracket;
12、夹持组件;121、第一夹持件;122、第二夹持件;123、第一夹 持部;124、第一止挡部;125、第二夹持部;126、第二止挡部;127、第二驱动件;128、连接件;129、避让孔;12, clamping assembly; 121, first clamping part; 122, second clamping part; 123, first clamping part; 124, first stop part; 125, second clamping part; 126, second 127, the second driving member; 128, the connecting member; 129, the avoidance hole;
13、第一检测组件;13. The first detection component;
14、第二检测组件;141、第一压敏元件;142、第一驱动件;14. The second detection assembly; 141, the first pressure-sensitive element; 142, the first driving member;
15、光敏元件;15. Photosensitive element;
2、标识牌;2. Signs;
3、晶圆载具;3. Wafer carrier;
4、机械手;4. Mechanical arm;
X、横向;Y、纵向。X, landscape; Y, portrait.
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下面结合附图和实施例对本申请的实施方式作进一步详细描述。以下实施例的详细描述和附图用于示例性地说明本申请的原理,但不能用来限制本申请的范围,即本申请不限于所描述的实施例。The embodiments of the present application will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following detailed description of the embodiments and the accompanying drawings are used to illustrate the principles of the present application by way of example, but should not be used to limit the scope of the present application, that is, the present application is not limited to the described embodiments.
在本申请的描述中,需要说明的是,除非另有说明,“多个”的含义是两个以上;术语“上”、“下”、“左”、“右”、“内”、“外”等指示的方位或位置关系仅是为了便于描述本申请和简化描述,而不是指示或暗示所指的装置或元件必须具有特定的方位、以特定的方位构造和操作,因此不能理解为对本申请的限制。此外,术语“第一”、“第二”、“第三”等仅用于描述目的,而不能理解为指示或暗示相对重要性。In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the meaning of "plurality" is two or more; the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "inner", " The orientation or positional relationship indicated by "outside" is only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the indicated device or element must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a reference to the present application. Application restrictions. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," "third," etc. are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed to indicate or imply relative importance.
下述描述中出现的方位词均为图中示出的方向,并不是对本申请的具体结构进行限定。在本申请的描述中,还需要说明的是,除非另有明确的规定和限定,术语“安装”、“相连”、“连接”应做广义理解,例如,可以是固定连接,也可以是可拆卸连接,或一体地连接;可以是直接相连,也可以通过中间媒介间接相连。对于本领域的普通技术人员而言,可视具体情况理解上述术语在本申请中的具体含义。Orientation words appearing in the following description are all directions shown in the drawings, and do not limit the specific structure of the present application. In the description of this application, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed", "connected" and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it may be a fixed connection or a connectable connection. Detachable connection, or integral connection; it can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present application can be understood according to specific circumstances.
为了更好地理解本申请,下面结合图1至图4对本申请实施例进行描述。For a better understanding of the present application, the embodiments of the present application are described below with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4 .
图1是本申请实施例的一种晶圆载具标识牌更换装置的结构示意图。 请参阅图1,本申请实施例提供的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置包括支架11、夹持组件12、第一检测组件13和第二检测组件14。支架11沿纵向Y延伸设置。夹持组件12设置于支架11,夹持组件12包括配合使用的第一夹持件121和第二夹持件122,第一夹持件121和第二夹持件122中的至少一者沿纵向Y相对支架11滑动设置,以调节第一夹持件121与第二夹持件122之间的距离。第一检测组件13设置于第一夹持件121与第二夹持件122之间,以检测标识牌的第一参数信息,第一参数信息包括第一夹持件121与第二夹持件122之间是否存在标识牌的信息数据。第二检测组件14沿纵向Y移动设置于支架11,第二检测组件14根据第一参数信息移动至夹持组件12获取标识牌的第二参数信息,第二参数信息包括标识牌在第一夹持件121与第二夹持件122之间的预设位置信息。FIG. 1 is a schematic structural diagram of a wafer carrier identification plate replacement device according to an embodiment of the present application. Referring to FIG. 1 , the wafer carrier identification plate replacement device provided by the embodiment of the present application includes a bracket 11 , a clamping component 12 , a first detection component 13 and a second detection component 14 . The bracket 11 is extended in the longitudinal direction Y. The clamping assembly 12 is arranged on the bracket 11 , and the clamping assembly 12 includes a first clamping member 121 and a second clamping member 122 that are used together. At least one of the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122 is along the The longitudinal direction Y is slidably disposed relative to the bracket 11 to adjust the distance between the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122 . The first detection component 13 is arranged between the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122 to detect the first parameter information of the identification plate, and the first parameter information includes the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member Whether there is information data of the sign between 122. The second detection component 14 moves along the longitudinal direction Y and is disposed on the bracket 11. The second detection component 14 moves to the clamping component 12 according to the first parameter information to obtain the second parameter information of the identification plate. The second parameter information includes the identification plate in the first clamp. Preset position information between the holder 121 and the second holder 122 .
本申请实施例的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置不仅能够取代人工、实现标识牌的夹取和放开、降低成本,而且通过设置第一检测组件13和第二检测组件14,能够检测到标识牌是否被夹持以及夹持位置是否正确,从而提高了标识牌被夹持位置的精度,进而提高了标识牌的更换效率。并且,标识牌被夹持位置精度的提高,可大大提升后续标识牌插入干净的晶圆载具中的成功率,减少了由于夹持位置偏移导致的标识牌与晶圆载具之间的摩擦,为标识牌和晶圆载具的准确插接提供保证。The wafer carrier identification plate replacement device of the embodiment of the present application can not only replace labor, realize the clamping and releasing of identification plates, and reduce costs, but also can detect the identification by setting the first detection component 13 and the second detection component 14 . Whether the card is clamped and whether the clamping position is correct, thereby improving the accuracy of the clamping position of the identification card, thereby improving the replacement efficiency of the identification card. In addition, the improvement of the accuracy of the clamping position of the identification plate can greatly improve the success rate of subsequent identification plates inserted into the clean wafer carrier, and reduce the friction between the identification plate and the wafer carrier caused by the deviation of the clamping position. friction to ensure accurate mating of the tag and wafer carrier.
在一些可选实施例中,第一检测组件13包括第二压敏元件,第二压敏元件用于检测标识牌的第一参数信息。其中,第二压敏元件为压力传感器。第二压敏元件设置在第一夹持件121与第二夹持件122之间的支架11上,第二压敏元件可凸出于支架11的表面。当然,第二压敏元件也可以设置在其他结构上,只要能够检测第一夹持件121与第二夹持件122之间是否存在标识牌的信息数据即可。当标识牌被夹住时,会挤压凸出的第二压敏元件,进而第二压敏元件发出标识牌已被夹住的信息数据。In some optional embodiments, the first detection component 13 includes a second pressure-sensitive element, and the second pressure-sensitive element is used to detect the first parameter information of the identification plate. Wherein, the second pressure sensitive element is a pressure sensor. The second pressure-sensitive element is disposed on the bracket 11 between the first clamping part 121 and the second clamping part 122 , and the second pressure-sensitive element may protrude from the surface of the bracket 11 . Of course, the second pressure-sensitive element can also be arranged on other structures, as long as it can detect whether there is information data of the identification plate between the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122 . When the identification plate is clamped, the protruding second pressure-sensitive element will be squeezed, and then the second pressure-sensitive element sends out information data that the identification plate has been clamped.
在另一些可选实施例中,第一检测组件13包括测距传感器,测距传感器检测标识牌的第一参数信息。当测距传感器检测到与标识牌的距离在一定范围内时,则发出标识牌已被夹住的信息数据,例如在0-5mm范围之内,则表示标识牌已被夹住。当然,第一检测组件13也可以包括其他类型的检 测元件,能够检测第一夹持件121与第二夹持件122之间是否存在标识牌的信息数据即可。In some other optional embodiments, the first detection component 13 includes a ranging sensor, and the ranging sensor detects the first parameter information of the identification plate. When the distance measuring sensor detects that the distance from the identification plate is within a certain range, it will send out information data that the identification plate has been clamped. For example, within the range of 0-5mm, it means that the identification plate has been clamped. Of course, the first detection component 13 may also include other types of detection elements, which can detect whether there is information data of the identification plate between the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122.
在一些可选实施例中,第二检测组件14包括两个沿横向X设置于支架11两侧的第一压敏元件141,第一压敏元件141能够由初始位置沿纵向Y移动至夹持组件12。其中,第一压敏元件141的初始位置位于支架11的中部或下部,夹持组件12位于支架11的上部,第一压敏元件141由初始位置向上运动至夹持组件12的两侧,进而获取标识牌是否处于第一夹持件121与第二夹持件122之间的预设位置的信息,即标识牌是否处于两个第一压敏元件141之间,若标识牌出现歪斜,则其中一个第一压敏元件141在上升至夹持组件12处会触碰到标识牌,即第一压敏元件141上升至第二夹持件122处便会触碰到标识牌,第一压敏元件141感受到后会发出标识牌歪斜的信号。当然,第二检测组件14也可以包括其他类型的检测元件,能够检测标识牌是否处于预设位置即可。其中,预设位置是指标识牌所处的设定区域,可以根据实际需要进行确定,本实施例中预设位置指的是两个第一压敏元件141之间的区域。In some optional embodiments, the second detection assembly 14 includes two first pressure-sensitive elements 141 disposed on both sides of the bracket 11 along the transverse direction X, and the first pressure-sensitive elements 141 can move from the initial position along the longitudinal direction Y to clamping component 12. Wherein, the initial position of the first pressure-sensitive element 141 is located in the middle or lower part of the bracket 11, the clamping assembly 12 is located at the upper part of the bracket 11, the first pressure-sensitive element 141 moves upward from the initial position to both sides of the clamping assembly 12, and then Obtain information about whether the identification plate is in the preset position between the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122, that is, whether the identification plate is between the two first pressure-sensitive elements 141, if the identification plate is skewed, then One of the first pressure-sensitive elements 141 will touch the identification plate when it rises to the clamping assembly 12 , that is, the first pressure-sensitive element 141 will touch the identification plate when it rises to the second clamping member 122 , and the first pressure The sensitive element 141 will send out a signal that the sign is skewed when sensed. Of course, the second detection component 14 may also include other types of detection elements, which can detect whether the identification plate is in a preset position. The preset position refers to the set area where the sign is located, which can be determined according to actual needs. In this embodiment, the preset position refers to the area between the two first pressure-sensitive elements 141 .
在另一些可选实施例中,第二检测组件14包括测距传感器,在上升至夹持组件12处检测距离传感器至标识牌左侧边或右侧边的距离,获取标识牌是否处于第一夹持件121和第二夹持件122之间的预设位置的信息数据。In some other optional embodiments, the second detection component 14 includes a distance measuring sensor, which detects the distance from the distance sensor to the left side or the right side of the identification plate at the place where it rises to the clamping assembly 12, and obtains whether the identification plate is in the first position. Information data of the preset position between the clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122 .
在一些可选实施例中,第二检测组件14进一步包括第一驱动件142,第一驱动件142固定设置于支架11,并带动第一压敏元件141沿纵向Y做直线往复运动。第一驱动件142为电缸,当然,也可以为其他能够带动第一压敏元件141上升或下降的部件,例如液压缸等。通过设置第一驱动件142带动第一压敏元件141上升或下降,使得第一压敏元件141在不使用时处于不影响机械手和晶圆载具运动的位置,避免发生干涉。In some optional embodiments, the second detection assembly 14 further includes a first driving member 142 . The first driving member 142 is fixedly disposed on the bracket 11 and drives the first pressure-sensitive element 141 to reciprocate linearly along the longitudinal direction Y. The first driving member 142 is an electric cylinder, and of course, it can also be other components capable of driving the first pressure-sensitive element 141 to rise or fall, such as a hydraulic cylinder. The first driving member 142 drives the first pressure-sensitive element 141 to rise or fall, so that the first pressure-sensitive element 141 is in a position that does not affect the movement of the robot and the wafer carrier when not in use, so as to avoid interference.
在一些可选实施例中,晶圆载具标识牌更换装置还包括第三检测组件,第三检测组件位于第一夹持件121和第二夹持件122中的至少一者,以检测标识牌的第三参数信息,第三参数信息包括晶圆载具是否离开更换装置的信息数据。当第一参数信息为第一夹持件121与第二夹持件122之间存在标识牌、且第三参数信息为晶圆载具离开更换装置时,第二检测组件14 移动至夹持组件12,获取标识牌的第二参数信息。通过设置第三检测组件,检测晶圆载具是否离开更换装置,若晶圆载具离开更换装置、且第一参数信息为第一夹持件121与第二夹持件122之间存在标识牌,则表明此时标识牌刚被拆下处于更换装置上,需要检测标识牌是否出现歪斜,此时第二检测组件14上升进行检测,不会与晶圆载具发生干涉。In some optional embodiments, the wafer carrier identification plate replacement device further includes a third detection component, and the third detection component is located in at least one of the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122 to detect the identification The third parameter information of the card, the third parameter information includes information data of whether the wafer carrier leaves the replacement device. When the first parameter information is that there is an identification plate between the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122, and the third parameter information is that the wafer carrier leaves the replacement device, the second detection component 14 moves to the clamping component 12. Acquire second parameter information of the identification plate. By setting the third detection component, it is detected whether the wafer carrier leaves the replacement device. If the wafer carrier leaves the replacement device, and the first parameter information is that there is an identification plate between the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122 , it means that the identification plate has just been removed and is on the replacement device, and it is necessary to detect whether the identification plate is skewed. At this time, the second detection component 14 is lifted up for detection without interfering with the wafer carrier.
在一些可选实施例中,第三检测组件包括光敏元件15,光敏元件15固定设置于第二夹持件122朝向晶圆载具的一侧。当然,光敏元件15也可以设置在第一夹持件121朝向晶圆载具的一侧,或者在第一夹持件121和第二夹持件122上各设置一个。由于在标识牌被拆下或被安装的过程中,晶圆载具均紧靠夹持组件12,且晶圆载具的体积远大于夹持组件12的体积,因此替夹持组件12遮挡住大部分照射光,夹持组件12接收到的光照强度会变弱,通过设置光敏元件15,可清楚感知夹持组件12的光照变化,即可准确判断出晶圆载具是否离开更换装置。由于第二夹持件122位于第一夹持件121的下方,所以受遮挡的面积更大,将光敏元件15设置于其上能够更为清楚地感知。当然,第三检测组件还可以包括其他能够检测到晶圆载具是否离开更换装置的检测元件。In some optional embodiments, the third detection component includes a photosensitive element 15, and the photosensitive element 15 is fixedly disposed on the side of the second clamping member 122 facing the wafer carrier. Of course, the photosensitive element 15 may also be disposed on the side of the first holding member 121 facing the wafer carrier, or one photosensitive element 15 may be disposed on each of the first holding member 121 and the second holding member 122 . Since the wafer carriers are in close contact with the clamping assembly 12 during the process of removing or installing the identification plate, and the volume of the wafer carrier is much larger than that of the clamping assembly 12 , the wafer carriers are covered by the clamping assembly 12 . When most of the light is irradiated, the intensity of the light received by the clamping assembly 12 will become weaker. By arranging the photosensitive element 15, the light change of the clamping assembly 12 can be clearly sensed, and it can be accurately determined whether the wafer carrier leaves the replacement device. Since the second clamping member 122 is located below the first clamping member 121 , the shielded area is larger, and the photosensitive element 15 can be more clearly perceived when the photosensitive element 15 is disposed thereon. Of course, the third detection component may also include other detection elements capable of detecting whether the wafer carrier leaves the replacement device.
下面请参阅图2,图2是图1中A处的放大示意图,在一些可选实施例中,第一夹持件121包括呈角度连接的第一夹持部123和第一止挡部124,第二夹持件122包括呈角度连接的第二夹持部125和第二止挡部126,第一夹持部123和第二夹持部125沿纵向Y相对设置,用于夹持标识牌。通过设置第一止挡部124和第二止挡部126,防止标识牌滑出。可选的,第一夹持部123和第一止挡部124呈直角连接,第二夹持部125和第二止挡部126呈直角连接。当然,第一夹持部123和第一止挡部124、第二夹持部125和第二止挡部126也可以呈其他角度连接,只需满足第一止挡部124和第二止挡部126的止挡作用即可。Please refer to FIG. 2 below. FIG. 2 is an enlarged schematic view of A in FIG. 1 . In some optional embodiments, the first clamping member 121 includes a first clamping portion 123 and a first stopper portion 124 connected at an angle. , the second clamping member 122 includes a second clamping portion 125 and a second stopper portion 126 connected at an angle, and the first clamping portion 123 and the second clamping portion 125 are arranged opposite to each other along the longitudinal direction Y for clamping the identification Card. By providing the first stopper portion 124 and the second stopper portion 126, the identification plate is prevented from slipping out. Optionally, the first clamping portion 123 and the first stopping portion 124 are connected at a right angle, and the second clamping portion 125 and the second stopping portion 126 are connected at a right angle. Of course, the first clamping portion 123 and the first stopper portion 124, the second clamping portion 125 and the second stopper portion 126 can also be connected at other angles, as long as the first stopper portion 124 and the second stopper portion are satisfied The stop function of the portion 126 is sufficient.
在一些可选实施例中,第一止挡部124和第一夹持部123一体成型,第二止挡部126与第二夹持部125一体成型。当然,第一止挡部124和第一夹持部123、第二止挡部126与第二夹持部125也可以采用其他的连接方式,例如粘接等。In some optional embodiments, the first stopper portion 124 and the first clamping portion 123 are integrally formed, and the second stopper portion 126 and the second clamping portion 125 are integrally formed. Of course, the first stopper portion 124 and the first clamping portion 123, and the second stopper portion 126 and the second clamping portion 125 may also adopt other connection methods, such as bonding.
下面请参阅图3,图3是图1所示晶圆载具标识牌更换装置的后视图。在一些可选实施例中,夹持组件12进一步包括驱动组件,驱动组件包括第二驱动件127和连接件128,第二驱动件127固定设置于支架11,连接件128连接于第二驱动件127的输出端,且固定连接于第一夹持件121。第二夹持件122固定设置于支架11,且位于第一夹持件121和第二检测组件14之间,第一夹持件121位于支架11的上方。第二驱动件127经由连接件128带动第一夹持件121靠近或远离第二夹持件122。将第二夹持件122的位置固定,通过第一夹持件121靠近或远离第二夹持件122实现标识牌2的夹持,结构上更为紧凑、合理,且使用起来较为方便。Please refer to FIG. 3 below. FIG. 3 is a rear view of the wafer carrier identification plate replacement device shown in FIG. 1 . In some optional embodiments, the clamping assembly 12 further includes a driving assembly, the driving assembly includes a second driving member 127 and a connecting member 128 , the second driving member 127 is fixedly disposed on the bracket 11 , and the connecting member 128 is connected to the second driving member The output end of 127 is fixedly connected to the first clamping member 121 . The second clamping member 122 is fixedly disposed on the bracket 11 and is located between the first clamping member 121 and the second detection component 14 , and the first clamping member 121 is located above the bracket 11 . The second driving member 127 drives the first clamping member 121 to approach or move away from the second clamping member 122 via the connecting member 128 . The position of the second clamping member 122 is fixed, and the identification plate 2 is clamped by the first clamping member 121 being close to or away from the second clamping member 122 , which is more compact and reasonable in structure and more convenient to use.
在一些可选实施例中,第二驱动件127为电缸。当然,第二驱动件127也可以其他能够带动第一夹持件121做直线运动的部件,例如电动伸缩杆、气压缸、液压缸等。In some optional embodiments, the second driving member 127 is an electric cylinder. Of course, the second driving member 127 may also be other components capable of driving the first clamping member 121 to perform linear motion, such as an electric telescopic rod, a pneumatic cylinder, a hydraulic cylinder, and the like.
在一些可选实施例中,第二夹持部125与支架11螺纹连接。二者采用可拆卸的连接方式,方便对第二夹持部125的位置进行调节,进而可根据不同的标识牌2尺寸来调节第一夹持部123和第二夹持部125的夹持距离,提高更换装置的适用性。In some optional embodiments, the second clamping portion 125 is screwed to the bracket 11 . The two adopt a detachable connection method, which is convenient to adjust the position of the second clamping part 125, and then the clamping distance between the first clamping part 123 and the second clamping part 125 can be adjusted according to different sizes of the sign 2 , to improve the applicability of the replacement device.
在另一些可选实施例中,连接件128连接于位于下方的第二夹持件122,位于上方的第一夹持件121固定设置,第二驱动件127驱动第二夹持件122靠近或远离第一夹持件121。In other optional embodiments, the connecting member 128 is connected to the second clamping member 122 located below, the first clamping member 121 located above is fixedly disposed, and the second driving member 127 drives the second clamping member 122 to approach or away from the first clamping member 121 .
在一些可选实施例中,支架11背离第二夹持件122的一侧设置有凹槽,连接件128位于凹槽中并在其中滑动,连接件128的上端固定连接第一夹持部123。通过在支架11上设置凹槽,使得连接件128滑动设置于其中,不仅能为连接件128的上下运动提供导向,提升运动的稳定性,而且还能减少第一夹持部123的宽度,避免因支架11厚度导致的第一夹持部123宽度较大而浪费材料。In some optional embodiments, a groove is provided on the side of the bracket 11 away from the second clamping member 122 , the connecting member 128 is located in the groove and slides in the groove, and the upper end of the connecting member 128 is fixedly connected to the first clamping portion 123 . By arranging a groove on the bracket 11, so that the connecting piece 128 is slidably arranged therein, it can not only provide guidance for the up and down movement of the connecting piece 128, improve the stability of the movement, but also reduce the width of the first clamping part 123, avoid Due to the large width of the first clamping portion 123 due to the thickness of the bracket 11 , the material is wasted.
进一步地,连接件128开设有在厚度方向上贯穿自身的避让孔129,第一检测组件13位于避让孔129中。其中,连接件128为板状件,当然,也可以为块状件或条状件。Further, the connecting member 128 is provided with an escape hole 129 penetrating itself in the thickness direction, and the first detection component 13 is located in the escape hole 129 . Wherein, the connecting member 128 is a plate-shaped member, of course, it can also be a block-shaped member or a strip-shaped member.
本申请实施例的标识牌更换装置包括控制装置,控制装置连接于第一 检测组件13、第二检测组件14、第三检测组件和驱动组件,以控制上述部件进行相应动作的时间以及接收相应地信息数据并进行处理。其中,控制装置可以位于支架11上,也可以集成于晶圆产线的控制系统中。The identification plate replacement device of the embodiment of the present application includes a control device, and the control device is connected to the first detection component 13, the second detection component 14, the third detection component and the driving component, so as to control the time when the above components perform corresponding actions and receive corresponding Information data and processing. Wherein, the control device may be located on the support 11, or may be integrated into the control system of the wafer production line.
下面请参阅图4来说明本申请实施例的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置的其中一种工作过程,图4是图1所示的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置、晶圆载具以及机械手在工作状态的结构示意图。Next, please refer to FIG. 4 to describe one of the working processes of the wafer carrier identification plate replacement device according to the embodiment of the present application. FIG. 4 shows the wafer carrier identification plate replacement device, the wafer carrier and the manipulator shown in FIG. 1 . Schematic diagram of the structure in working state.
机械手4夹持待更换标识牌2的晶圆载具3至夹持组件12面前并使标识牌2插入到第一夹持部123和第二夹持部125之间,机械手4带动晶圆载具3向下运动,插入至第二止挡部126、第二夹持部125和支架11围设形成的卡止槽内,而后第二驱动件127经由连接件128驱动第一夹持件121向下运动,第一夹持部123和第二夹持部125夹持住标识牌2,机械手4带动晶圆载具3向下运动,使得晶圆载具3上的容纳槽脱离标识牌2,机械手4带着待更换的晶圆载具3离开;此时第一检测组件13检测标识牌2是否被夹持,确定被夹持后,第三检测组件检测晶圆载具3是否离开更换装置1,若离开,控制装置控制第一驱动件142带动第一压敏元件141上升至夹持组件12处,检测标识牌2在第一夹持件121与第二夹持件122之间的预设位置信息,若标识牌2所处位置正确,第一压敏元件141下降至初始位置。The robot 4 clamps the wafer carrier 3 with the identification plate 2 to be replaced to the front of the clamping assembly 12 and inserts the identification plate 2 between the first clamping part 123 and the second clamping part 125 , and the robot 4 drives the wafer carrier 3 The tool 3 moves downward and is inserted into the locking groove formed by the second stopper portion 126 , the second clamping portion 125 and the bracket 11 , and then the second driving member 127 drives the first clamping member 121 via the connecting member 128 Moving downward, the first clamping part 123 and the second clamping part 125 clamp the identification plate 2 , and the manipulator 4 drives the wafer carrier 3 to move downward, so that the accommodating groove on the wafer carrier 3 is separated from the identification plate 2 , the manipulator 4 leaves with the wafer carrier 3 to be replaced; at this time, the first detection component 13 detects whether the identification plate 2 is clamped, and after it is determined to be clamped, the third detection component detects whether the wafer carrier 3 leaves the replacement. Device 1, if it leaves, the control device controls the first driving member 142 to drive the first pressure-sensitive element 141 to rise to the clamping assembly 12, and detects the movement of the identification plate 2 between the first clamping member 121 and the second clamping member 122. According to the preset position information, if the position of the identification plate 2 is correct, the first pressure sensitive element 141 descends to the initial position.
机械手4重新带来一个干净的晶圆载具3至更换装置1处,并带动晶圆载具3由下至上运动,使得容纳槽由下至上套进标识牌2的两侧,完全套入后,第二驱动件127带动第一夹持件121上升而松开标识牌2,机械手4带动晶圆载具3上升一段距离,使得标识牌2脱离第二夹持件122,而后机械手4带领具有标识牌2的干净的晶圆载具3后退离开,标识牌2更换完成。The manipulator 4 brings a clean wafer carrier 3 to the replacement device 1, and drives the wafer carrier 3 to move from bottom to top, so that the accommodating groove is inserted into both sides of the identification plate 2 from bottom to top. , the second driving member 127 drives the first clamping member 121 to rise and releases the identification plate 2, the robot 4 drives the wafer carrier 3 to rise for a certain distance, so that the identification plate 2 is separated from the second clamping member 122, and then the robot arm 4 leads the The clean wafer carrier 3 of the identification plate 2 retreats and leaves, and the replacement of the identification plate 2 is completed.
虽然已经参考优选实施例对本申请进行了描述,但在不脱离本申请的范围的情况下,可以对其进行各种改进并且可以用等效物替换其中的部件,尤其是,只要不存在结构冲突,各个实施例中所提到的各项技术特征均可以任意方式组合起来。本申请并不局限于文中公开的特定实施例,而是包括落入权利要求的范围内的所有技术方案。While the application has been described with reference to preferred embodiments, various modifications may be made and equivalents may be substituted for parts thereof without departing from the scope of the application, particularly, provided that there is no structural conflict , each technical feature mentioned in each embodiment can be combined in any manner. The present application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but includes all technical solutions falling within the scope of the claims.

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  1. 一种晶圆载具标识牌更换装置,包括:A wafer carrier identification plate replacement device, comprising:
    支架,沿纵向延伸设置;a bracket, extending along the longitudinal direction;
    夹持组件,设置于所述支架,所述夹持组件包括配合使用的第一夹持件和第二夹持件,所述第一夹持件和所述第二夹持件中的至少一者沿所述纵向相对所述支架滑动设置,以调节所述第一夹持件与所述第二夹持件之间的距离;A clamping assembly, which is arranged on the bracket, the clamping assembly includes a first clamping member and a second clamping member that are used together, at least one of the first clamping member and the second clamping member The device is slidably arranged relative to the bracket along the longitudinal direction to adjust the distance between the first clamping member and the second clamping member;
    第一检测组件,设置于所述第一夹持件与所述第二夹持件之间,以检测标识牌的第一参数信息,所述第一参数信息包括所述第一夹持件与所述第二夹持件之间是否存在所述标识牌的信息数据;The first detection component is arranged between the first clamping member and the second clamping member to detect the first parameter information of the identification plate, and the first parameter information includes the first clamping member and the second clamping member. Whether there is information data of the identification plate between the second clamping members;
    第二检测组件,沿所述纵向移动设置于所述支架,所述第二检测组件根据所述第一参数信息移动至所述夹持组件以获取所述标识牌的第二参数信息,所述第二参数信息包括所述标识牌在所述第一夹持件与所述第二夹持件之间的预设位置信息。The second detection component is disposed on the support along the longitudinal movement, the second detection component moves to the clamping component according to the first parameter information to obtain the second parameter information of the identification plate, the The second parameter information includes preset position information of the identification tag between the first clamping member and the second clamping member.
  2. 根据权利要求1所述的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置,其中,所述第二检测组件包括两个沿横向设置于所述支架两侧的第一压敏元件,所述第一压敏元件能够由初始位置沿所述纵向移动至所述夹持组件。The wafer carrier identification plate replacement device according to claim 1, wherein the second detection assembly comprises two first pressure-sensitive elements laterally disposed on both sides of the bracket, the first pressure-sensitive elements The clamping assembly can be moved in the longitudinal direction from an initial position.
  3. 根据权利要求2所述的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置,其中,所述第二检测组件进一步包括第一驱动件,所述第一驱动件设置于所述支架,并带动所述第一压敏元件沿所述纵向做直线往复运动。The wafer carrier identification plate replacement device according to claim 2, wherein the second detection component further comprises a first driving member, the first driving member is disposed on the bracket and drives the first pressure The sensitive element performs linear reciprocating motion along the longitudinal direction.
  4. 根据权利要求1所述的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置,还包括第三检测组件,所述第三检测组件位于所述第一夹持件和所述第二夹持件中的至少一者,以检测所述标识牌的第三参数信息,所述第三参数信息包括晶圆载具是否离开所述更换装置的信息数据;The wafer carrier identification plate replacement device of claim 1, further comprising a third detection assembly located in at least one of the first holder and the second holder , to detect the third parameter information of the identification plate, the third parameter information includes the information data of whether the wafer carrier leaves the replacement device;
    当所述第一参数信息为所述第一夹持件与所述第二夹持件之间存在所述标识牌、且所述第三参数信息为所述晶圆载具离开所述更换装置时,所 述第二检测组件移动至所述夹持组件。When the first parameter information is that the identification plate exists between the first clamping member and the second clamping member, and the third parameter information is that the wafer carrier leaves the replacement device , the second detection component moves to the clamping component.
  5. 根据权利要求4所述的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置,其中,所述第三检测组件包括光敏元件,所述光敏元件设置于所述第一夹持件朝向所述晶圆载具的一侧,和/或,所述光敏元件设置于所述第二夹持件朝向所述晶圆载具的一侧。The wafer carrier identification plate replacement device according to claim 4, wherein the third detection component comprises a photosensitive element, and the photosensitive element is disposed on a side of the first clamping member facing the wafer carrier. and/or, the photosensitive element is disposed on the side of the second clamping member facing the wafer carrier.
  6. 根据权利要求1所述的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置,其中,所述第一检测组件包括第二压敏元件,所述第二压敏元件用于检测所述标识牌的所述第一参数信息。The wafer carrier identification plate replacement device of claim 1, wherein the first detection assembly includes a second pressure-sensitive element for detecting the first pressure-sensitive element of the identification plate Parameter information.
  7. 根据权利要求1所述的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置,其中,所述第一夹持件包括呈角度连接的第一夹持部和第一止挡部,所述第二夹持件包括呈角度连接的第二夹持部和第二止挡部,所述第一夹持部和所述第二夹持部沿所述纵向相对设置,用于夹持所述标识牌。The wafer carrier identification plate changing device of claim 1 , wherein the first clamping member includes a first clamping portion and a first stop portion connected at an angle, and the second clamping member includes The second clamping part and the second stopping part are connected at an angle, and the first clamping part and the second clamping part are arranged opposite to each other along the longitudinal direction, and are used for clamping the identification plate.
  8. 根据权利要求7所述的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置,其中,所述夹持组件进一步包括驱动组件,所述驱动组件包括第二驱动件和连接件,所述连接件连接于所述第一夹持件,所述第二驱动件通过所述连接件带动所述第一夹持件靠近或远离所述第二夹持件;The wafer carrier identification plate changing device of claim 7, wherein the clamping assembly further comprises a driving assembly including a second driving member and a connecting member, the connecting member being connected to the first driving member a clamping member, the second driving member drives the first clamping member to approach or move away from the second clamping member through the connecting member;
    所述第二夹持件固定设置于所述支架,且位于所述第一夹持件和所述第二检测组件之间。The second clamping member is fixedly arranged on the bracket, and is located between the first clamping member and the second detection component.
  9. 根据权利要求8所述的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置,其中,所述支架背离所述第二夹持件的一侧设置有凹槽,所述连接件位于所述凹槽中并能够在其中滑动。The wafer carrier identification plate changing device according to claim 8, wherein a side of the bracket facing away from the second clamping member is provided with a groove, and the connecting member is located in the groove and can be inserted into the groove. which slides.
  10. 根据权利要求8所述的晶圆载具标识牌更换装置,其中,所述连接件开设有在厚度方向上贯穿自身的避让孔,所述第一检测组件位于所述避让孔中。The wafer carrier identification plate replacement device according to claim 8 , wherein the connecting member is provided with an avoidance hole penetrating through itself in the thickness direction, and the first detection component is located in the avoidance hole.
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