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Miniaturized sensor comprising a heating element, and associated production method

US9476746B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 12, 2012
Grant dateOct 25, 2016
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Expiry dateMar 4, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB81B2203/0109
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The invention relates to a miniaturized sensor having a heating element, and to an associated production method. The sensor includes a substrate, a cavity and a heat-insulating structure suspended above the cavity by areas connecting to the substrate. The heat-insulating structure includes at least two bridges extending above the cavity, the heating element being supported by said bridges, extending transversely thereto.

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