Practice Etching Techniques (8.3.3) - Materials and Processes in MEMS Fabrication
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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary purpose of wet etching?

💡 Hint: Think about the process that involves using liquid chemicals.

Question 2 Easy

Name one characteristic of dry etching.

💡 Hint: Recall the method that doesn't involve liquids.

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Question 1

What is one advantage of dry etching?

Less expensive
High precision
Fast process

💡 Hint: Consider which method allows for better control.

Question 2

True or False: Wet etching can be both isotropic and anisotropic.

True
False

💡 Hint: Recall the definitions of isotropic and anisotropic.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a MEMS structure that utilizes both wet etching and dry etching techniques. Discuss the benefits of each approach in your design.

💡 Hint: Consider how the properties of each etching method complement one another.

Challenge 2 Hard

Explain a scenario where sacrificial layer etching could create a critical flaw in a MEMS device and how to mitigate it.

💡 Hint: Think about interactions between layers during etching.

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