by Deborah Munro (Author)
THE FUTURE OF MEDICAL DEVICES IS SMALL- MICROSCOPICALLY SMALL. Micro Electro Mechanical Systems, are already used in a host of medical devices, doing tasks that were previously only conceived of in science fiction. Although sensors commonly measure strain, temperature, resistivity, or acceleration in electronics, recently MEMS components are being incorporated into medical devices as well. This book describes how to locate a lab and conduct your own MEMS research in one of the many national open use facilities established by the National Science Foundation, where you can quickly begin designing and fabricating devices for your applications. You will learn specific, tangible information on what MEMS are and how a device is fabricated, including what the main types of equipment are in these facilities. Contact information is provided for all of the nationwide laboratories, along with advice on collaboration, intellectual property and privacy issues, and how to navigate other issues that may arise.
Author Biography
DR. DEBORAH MUNRO has over 25 years of experience in mechanical and biomedical engineering. She earned her bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of the Pacific, her master's degree in mechanical engineering from Stanford University, and her doctorate in biological systems engineering from the University of California at Davis. DIY MEMS is based upon her personal experience collaborating with the University of Washington's Nanofabrication Facility, where she developed the sensors for her biomedical research. https: //munromedical.co