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Complex microdevices and apparatus and methods for fabricating such devices

US7372616B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 27, 2005
Grant dateMay 13, 2008
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Expiry dateJan 24, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC25D1/003
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Various embodiments of the invention are directed to various microdevices including sensors, actuators, valves, scanning mirrors, accelerometers, switches, and the like. In some embodiments the devices are formed via electrochemical fabrication (EFAB™).

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