sensor systems – TechConnect Briefs

Size does matter – the case for big motes

Newman R.M., Gaura E.I., Coventry University, UK

An account is given of the two scools of mote design for wireless sensor networks, the maxi-mote and the mini-mote. Both approaches have their advantages, but it is argued that the maxi-mote approach is more [...]

The Monolithic Integration of 6H-SiC Electronics with 6H-SiC MEMS for Harsh Environment Applications

Hailu E., Atwell A.R., Duster J.S., Li C., Balseanu M., Kornegay K.T., Cornell University, US

We report the development of a design and fabrication methodology for the first monolithic integration of silicon carbide (SiC) MEMS sensors with SiC-based electronic amplification and control circuitry. MEMS and circuit integration on silicon has [...]