Highly linear and large spring deflection characteristics of a Quasi-Concertina MEMS device
Quasi-Concertina (QC) springs exhibit a large linear and deflection range. The springs have a high out-of-plane, and low in-plane compliance. Accurate out-of-plane forcedisplacement measurements are possible with QC springs. A stiction free microfabrication process has been realised.
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