More In-Depth MEMS Talk at MEPTEC MEMS Symposium

Contributed by Karen Lightman, Managing Director, MEMS Industry Group

After hosting MIG’s annual members meeting, METRIC 2010, May 18-19, I had the pleasure of participating in and enjoying the MEPTEC MEMS Symposium on May 20. As you may know, MIG and MEPTEC are industry partners and last year we made the strategic decision to co-locate our events. As was confirmed in our METRIC exit survey, the “experiment” to move METRIC from our hometown of Pittsburgh to San Jose was successful. Our attendance at METRIC was great and I am pleased to say that MEPTEC’s attendance and exhibition participation were also very strong. It was also a lot of fun and here’s why:

METRIC attendees think the future looks bright!

Contributed by Monica Takacs, Director of Marketing & Membership, MEMS Industry Group

Wow, what a week! I just got back from a whirlwind trip to San Jose for MEMS Industry Group’s annual members meeting, METRIC. It was great to see so many new faces and old friends at this year’s event.  It was really fun to mingle with the Bay Area MEMS Happy Hour group, as well as some of the attendees from MEPTEC’s MEMS Symposium.

No More “Fear Factor” — Understanding MEMS Fabrication

Contributed by Monica L. Takacs, Director of Marketing and Membership, MEMS Industry Group

In the past, the ‘fear factor’ of MEMS’ complex fabrication processes restricted the widespread adoption of MEMS in many markets. Today, however, MEMS’ fabrication is keeping pace with market demand for mass-produced MEMS devices which are being fabricated in the millions. Early commercial successes in inkjet print heads and automotive air bags have given rise to widespread adoption in mobile handsets, video game hardware, laptop computers and reams of new automotive applications.