Dittmer J., Judaschke R., Büttgenbach S.
Technische Universität Braunschweig, DE
Keywords: batch process, RF-MEMS, RMS sensor, SOI
Micro-fabricated sensors made of a 20 µm thick bulk-silicon device layer for electrostatic voltage measurements are presented. A rotational, seesaw-like actuator with two electrically isolated electrodes on its ends forming parallel-plate capacitors with opposing electrodes in close proximity. When a voltage is applied between a pair of electrodes, the plate is subjected to a force proportional to the square of the applied voltage, causing it to turn to an equilibrium position with the restoring spring force of the suspension. From the measured position the original voltage can be calculated or compared with the displacement of a known reference voltage. Fabrication process and measurement results are presented and related to the theory.
Journal: TechConnect Briefs
Volume: 1, Nanotechnology 2009: Fabrication, Particles, Characterization, MEMS, Electronics and Photonics
Published: May 3, 2009
Pages: 472 - 475
Industry sector: Sensors, MEMS, Electronics
Topic: MEMS & NEMS Devices, Modeling & Applications
ISBN: 978-1-4398-1782-7