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MEMS resonator having an inner element and an outer element that flex

US7633360B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 27, 2006
Grant dateDec 15, 2009
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Expiry dateApr 13, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH03H2009/02503
  • WIPO fieldBasic communication processes
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A MEMS resonator has an outer element having an inner surface, the inner surface defining an area and a inner element coupled to the outer element and disposed within the area. The MEMS resonator also has an actuation electrode, in communication with the outer element, for generating electrostatic signals that cause the inner element to flex in a periodic manner.

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