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Method of making prestructure for MEMS systems

US7527995B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 20, 2005
Grant dateMay 5, 2009
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Expiry dateMar 3, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB81B2203/0361
  • WIPO fieldMicro-structural and nano-technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method of making an interferometric modulator element includes forming at least two posts, such as posts formed from spin-on glass, on a substrate. In alternate embodiments, the posts may be formed after certain layers of the modulator element have been deposited on the substrate. An interferometric modulator element includes at least two spin-on glass support posts located on the substrate. In alternate embodiments, the support posts may be located over certain layers of the modulator element, rather than on the substrate. A method of making an interferometric modulator element includes forming a rigid cap over a support post. An interferometric modulator element includes support posts having rigid cap members.

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