MEMS

What is MEMS?

Definition

Acronym for "Micro Electronic Mechanical Systems," or microelectromechanical systems: Systems that combine mechanical and electrical components and are fabricated using semiconductor fabrication techniques.

Common examples are pressure and acceleration sensors which combine the sensor and amplification or conditioning circuitry. Other applications include switches, valves, and waveguides.

Keywords

Microelectromechanical,mems, micro

Synonyms

Microelectromechanical systems
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