Miny Mighty MEMS: They're Everywhere

Definition of MEMS

MEMS (Microelectromechanical systems)
- Miniature machines with both electrical and mechanical components
- Size: Ranges from several millimeters to less than 1 micrometer (1,000th of a millimeter)
- Invisible to the human eye
Components
- Micro sensors
- Micro processors
- Micro actuators
- Units for data processing
- Interaction parts for exterior pieces
Terminology
- Known as transducers if converting mechanical signals to electrical/optical signals
- Known as micro machines in Japan
- Known as microsystems technology in European countries

Commercial and Enterprise Tech
- Deploying airbags
- Ensuring insulin pump accuracy
- Controlling building heating and cooling systems
- Auto adjusting smartphone screen orientation
- Detecting environmental changes in molecular manufacturing rooms
- Adjusting flow in inkjet printers
Future Prospects
- Wireless IoT and Home Automation
  - Smaller size
  - Lower power requirements
  - Reduced cost

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