MEMS Lab to Fab Guide Out for Ballot
By Laura Nguyen, SEMI, on behalf of the MSIG Manufacturing WG and MEMS TF Members
MEMS or microelectromechanical systems were first introduced in the 1960s, but it was not until the 1990s when commercial development and manufacturing accelerated. The rapid commercialization and successes in the MEMS industry has also resulted in many significant challenges that persist today. Although MEMS shares many of the design, fabrication and manufacturing aspects of mainstream silicon technology, the unique nature and wide range of MEMS applications has led to a fragmented approach to productization. This diversity of devices has made standardization difficult, slowed the introduction of new devices and applications, and resulted in many unsuccessful commercial ventures.
SEMI Draft Document 7150, Guide to MEMS Manufacturing Readiness Levels, addresses these challenges by providing a structured set of best practices for MEMS development, from conception to high-volume production. With clearly defined readiness levels, standardized processes, and commonly accepted practices, the guide aims to streamline MEMS product development, helping teams meet performance, cost, quality, and time-to-market goals. This standard is designed to promote efficiency and reduce risk, paving the way for more successful commercialization of MEMS technologies.
The MEMS and Sensors Industry Group (MSIG) Manufacturing Working Group and MEMS Standards TF Members has recently completed work on its ballot, which was issued in Cycle 7 of 2024 — Vote today! Select Ballot Period "07-24" and Ballot Committee "MEMS/NEMS". Voting closes October 10, 2024.
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September 12, 2024