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MEMS device having a flexure with integral electrostatic actuator

US6812617B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 18, 2002
Grant dateNov 2, 2004
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Expiry dateAug 16, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB81B2203/058
  • WIPO fieldMicro-structural and nano-technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A micro-electro-mechanical device comprises a moveable mass, a frame for supporting the mass, and a flexure extending between the mass and the frame. The flexure includes an integral actuator for moving the mass member with respect to the frame.

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