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Electrode layer partitioning

US11268976B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 4, 2017
Grant dateMar 8, 2022
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Expiry dateSep 11, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB81B2203/04
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A MEMS sensor includes a proof mass that is suspended over a substrate. A sense electrode is located on a top surface of the substrate parallel to the proof mass, and forms a capacitor with the proof mass. The sense electrodes have a plurality of slots that provide improved performance for the MEMS sensor. A measured value sensed by the MEMS sensor is determined based on the movement of the proof mass relative to the slotted sense electrode.

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