Articulated MEMs structures

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2006-02-15

2008-10-07

Dang, Hung X. (Department: 2873)

Electrical generator or motor structure

Non-dynamoelectric

Charge accumulating

Reexamination Certificate

active

07432629

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to an articulated micro-electro-mechanical (MEMS) device, which is constructed in such a way as to enable several of the devices to be closely packed together, i.e. high fill factor, for redirecting specific wavelengths of light from a dispersed optical signal to different output ports. The articulated MEMS device includes multiple pivotally connected sections that are pivotable about two perpendicular axes for limiting the amount of dynamic cross-talk as the device is rotated between different positions.

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