Summary of MEMS: The Second Silicon Revolution?

00:00:00 - 00:10:00

The video discusses the various applications of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and the challenges associated with their production. It highlights the importance of effective communication between MEMS players in order to establish a standard for the industry.

• 00:00:00 Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) are tiny systems with both electric and mechanical functions that are made using the same advanced techniques as integrated circuits. MEMS are everywhere, from speakers to sensors, and have been instrumental in the widespread adoption of airbags and other automotive electronics.
• 00:05:00 MEMS technology has revolutionized the production of low-power, disposable blood pressure sensors, making them more affordable and easier to use in the medical field. MEMS-based sensors are now used in a variety of consumer electronics products, including the Nintendo Switch.
• 00:10:00 MEMS devices are used in a wide variety of applications, but the cost of producing them is high due to the need for specialized packaging. Analog Devices, one of the earliest MEMS companies, pioneered the development of automated price decline mechanisms in order to maintain a competitive edge. The importance of effective communication between MEMS players is highlighted, as it is necessary for them to come up with a standard for the industry to follow.