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MEMS sensor with cap electrode

US8100012B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 11, 2008
Grant dateJan 24, 2012
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Expiry dateFeb 20, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49002
  • WIPO fieldMicro-structural and nano-technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A MEMS sensor includes a substrate having a MEMS structure movably attached to the substrate, a cap attached to the substrate and encapsulating the MEMS structure, and an electrode formed on the cap that senses movement of the MEMS structure.

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