Various types of annealing processes are used depending on the desired outcome:
Thermal Annealing: The material is exposed to high temperatures in a controlled environment. Rapid Thermal Annealing (RTA): Involves short bursts of high temperatures to achieve quick annealing. Laser Annealing: Uses laser pulses to heat specific areas of the material. Microwave Annealing: Utilizes microwave energy to heat the material uniformly.