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Method to reduce release time of micromachined devices

US6525352B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateApr 18, 2001
Grant dateFeb 25, 2003
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Expiry dateApr 18, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB81C1/00547
  • WIPO fieldMicro-structural and nano-technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for fabricating a micromachined device with a fast release step is provided. A first undoped sacrificial layer is deposited on a structural layer. A doped sacrificial layer is deposited on the first undoped sacrificial layer. A second undoped sacrificial layer is deposited on the doped sacrificial layer to produce a layered structure. An etchant is then applied to the layered structure.

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