Electromechanical switch with partially rigidified electrode

Details Electromechanical switch with partially rigidified electrode Electromechanical switch with partially rigidified electrode

2006-06-20

2009-10-20

Lee, Benny (Department: 2817)

Wave transmission lines and networks

Plural channel systems

Having branched circuits

C333S262000, C257S415000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07605675

ABSTRACT:
An electromechanical switch with a rigidified electrode includes an actuation electrode, a suspended electrode, a contact, and a signal line. The actuation electrode is disposed on a substrate. The suspended electrode is suspended proximate to the actuation electrode and includes a rigidification structure. The contact is mounted to the suspended electrode. The signal line is positioned proximate to the suspended electrode to form a closed circuit with the contact when an actuation voltage is applied between the actuation electrode and the suspended electrode.

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