Linearity of Piezoresistive Nano-gauges for MEMS Sensors
2014
Abstract The work discusses the mechanical properties and the response linearity of sub-micrometric crystalline Silicon beams used as piezoresistive sensing elements (nano-gauges) in MEMS sensors. The study is based on a suitably developed test structure that allows applying bidirectional stresses to a gauge with a cross-section of (250 nm) 2 , and to monitor the displacement both through a reference linear capacitive sensor and through the nano-gauge piezoresistive variation. Experimental measurements estimate a nominal strength of 6.6 GPa, and a linear range of 2.3 GPa and 1.1 GPa under tensile and compressive stresses respectively, the latter value being limited by buckling effects.
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