MEMS Sensors

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

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