Xie H., Fedder G.K., Pan Z., Frey W.
University of Florida, US
Keywords: 3-axis, accelerometer, CMOS-MEMS
This paper reports a novel single structure, three-axis sensing accelerometer based on post-CMOS process. The resultant device incorporates both thin-film structures and bulk Si structures to achieve three-axis acceleration sensing without extra front-side lithography, or wafer bonding, which are required by other CMOS three-axis accelerometers. Behavioral simulation using NODAS and FEM simulation were used to validate the design. The overall structure size is about 1mm by 1mm. Noise floor of 0.1 mG/rtHz is expected in all three axes. Characterization is ongoing.
Journal: TechConnect Briefs
Volume: 1, Technical Proceedings of the 2003 Nanotechnology Conference and Trade Show, Volume 1
Published: February 23, 2003
Pages: 292 - 295
Industry sectors: Advanced Materials & Manufacturing | Sensors, MEMS, Electronics
Topic: MEMS & NEMS Devices, Modeling & Applications
ISBN: 0-9728422-0-9