MEMS Technology Quiz

What does MEMS stand for?

• Mega-Electronic Machine Systems

• Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems

• Macro-Electronic-Magnetic Systems

• Miniaturized Electronic-Mechanical Systems

Which of the following is NOT a typical MEMS application?

• Inkjet printer nozzles

• Blood glucose sensors

• Large-scale integrated circuits (like microprocessors)

• Accelerometers in smartphones

MEMS devices are typically fabricated using techniques similar to those used in:

• Nanotechnology

• Biotechnology

• Integrated circuit (IC) fabrication

• Mechanical engineering workshops

What is the primary advantage of using MEMS technology?

• Reduced power consumption

• Increased device size

• Lower manufacturing cost

• Enhanced mechanical strength

Which of the following is a common MEMS material?

• Tungsten

• Silicon

• Copper

• Gold

What is the typical size range of MEMS devices?

• Millimeters to meters

• Micrometers to millimeters

• Nanometers to micrometers

• Centimeters to meters

Which of the following is NOT a component of a MEMS device?

• Micro-actuators

• Micro-sensors

• Integrated circuits (ICs)

• Large-scale gears

What is the function of a micro-actuator in a MEMS device?

• To sense physical parameters like temperature or pressure

• To convert electrical signals into mechanical motion

• To store data

• To amplify electrical signals

Which of the following is a key advantage of using silicon as a substrate material in MEMS?

• High melting point

• Excellent electrical conductivity

• Well-established fabrication techniques

• Low cost

What is meant by "stiction" in MEMS?

• The adhesion of microstructures due to surface forces, hindering movement.

• The ability of a MEMS device to withstand high temperatures.

• The electrical resistance of a MEMS device.

• The mechanical strength of a MEMS device.