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Microelectromechanical strain gauge with frequency detector

US7093498B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 30, 2003
Grant dateAug 22, 2006
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Expiry dateDec 29, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01L1/183
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A microelectromechanical system (MEMS) strain gauge includes at least one flexible arm that can be caused to oscillate. Transverse strain on the arm changes the resonant frequency of the arm. A detector communicating with the flexible arm may detect the frequency of oscillation to provide, an indication of the transverse strain of the substrate.

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