AU2001247748A1 - Multi-layer, self-aligned vertical comb-drive electrostatic actuators and fabrication methods - Google Patents

Multi-layer, self-aligned vertical comb-drive electrostatic actuators and fabrication methods

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AU2001247748A1
AU2001247748A1 AU2001247748A AU4774801A AU2001247748A1 AU 2001247748 A1 AU2001247748 A1 AU 2001247748A1 AU 2001247748 A AU2001247748 A AU 2001247748A AU 4774801 A AU4774801 A AU 4774801A AU 2001247748 A1 AU2001247748 A1 AU 2001247748A1
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Behrang Behin
Satinderpall S. Pannu
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Onix Microsystems Inc
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