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MEMS device and method of reducing stiction in a MEMS device

US7628072B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 19, 2006
Grant dateDec 8, 2009
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Expiry dateJan 30, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01P2015/0814
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A MEMS device includes a substrate; a movable mass suspended in proximity to the substrate; and at least one suspension structure coupled to the movable mass for performing a mechanical spring function. The at least one suspension structure has portions that move in tandem when the MEMS device is subject to at least one stimulus in a sensing direction, and further includes at least one link between the portions that move in tandem.

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