Abstract
An apparatus for automatic X-Y scanning of ion-implanted samples during laser annealing based on a Z-80 microcomputer is described. The laser beam reflected back from the semiconductor surface is used as a diagnostic signal to control the X and Y scans. The microcomputer is used to generate a pulse with a proper time delay to trigger the laser, to sense the reflected light and to determine when and how to scan the X- and Y-stepping motors.