Practice Electrostatic Actuation (6.3.1) - Sensing and Actuation Mechanisms in MEMS
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Electrostatic Actuation

Practice - Electrostatic Actuation

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Question 1 Easy

What is electrostatic actuation?

💡 Hint: Think about how charged objects interact.

Question 2 Easy

Name one application of electrostatic actuation.

💡 Hint: Consider where light and electronics might intersect.

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Question 1

What principle does electrostatic actuation operate on?

Magnetic forces
Electrostatic forces
Mechanical forces

💡 Hint: Think about what causes movement in this context.

Question 2

Electrostatic actuation is commonly used in which of the following applications?

Car engines
Micromirrors
Wind turbines

💡 Hint: Consider technologies dealing with light manipulation.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A researcher wants to design a MEMS device utilizing electrostatic actuation but faces issues with limited force output. What strategies might they consider to enhance performance?

💡 Hint: Think about how changing dimensions or materials affect forces.

Challenge 2 Hard

Explain how the phenomenon of pull-in instability can be mitigated in a new MEMS design.

💡 Hint: Consider how automation or control systems can assist in mechanical systems.

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