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Integrated optical MEMS devices

US7238621B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 17, 2005
Grant dateJul 3, 2007
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Expiry dateMay 17, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B26/0833
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for fabricating an optical device and micromechanical device, wherein both devices are monolithically-integrated with a substrate. The optical surfaces and micromechanical devices are each formed in an etch step that is well-suited for forming that device. In addition, the embodiments of the present invention enable the optical surface and micromechanical device to be fabricated irrespective of severe topography on the surface of the substrate.

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