MEMS Sensors

 

MEMS stands for Micro-electromechanical systems. MEMS are semiconductor components used for various complex applications. MEMS sensors comprise electrical and mechanical components. on a single chip. MEMS sensors are designed to detect and measure various physical quantities such as 

• acceleration
• pressure
• temperature
• motion

MEMS Sensors are used in many fields of science and technology including

• automotive
• medical
• consumer electronics
• healthcare
• aerospace
• industrial applications

Major advantage of MEMS sensors is their 

• small size
• low cost
• low power consumption
• high reliability

Commonly used MEMS sensors are:

• Accelerometer
• Gyroscope
• Magnetometer
• Chemical sensor
• Gas sensor
• Optical MEMS
• Pressure sensor
• Temperature sensor
• Humidity sensor
• Microphone
• Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) - Accelerometer + Gyro