Compact MEMS/NEMS characterization platform using a DVD optical pick-up unit with optical imaging function

Ching-Hsiu Chen, Hsien-Shun Liao, Ing-Shouh Hwang, En-Te Hwu, Ching-Hsiu Chen, Kuang-Yuh Huang, Peter Emil Larsen, Silvan Schmid, Anja Boisen, En-Te Hwu

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    Abstract

    In this work, we present a compact, simple and efficient platform for Micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS)/Nano-electromechanical systems (NEMS) characterization. In this platform, a CCD camera is combined with a DVD optical pick-up unit (OPU). The CCD camera captures optical image of MEMS/NEMS samples and detection laser spot, which makes laser alignment on measurement target easier. The DVD OPU is used for detection of resonant frequency measurements of the samples. Working bandwidth and noise level of the OPU are 100 MHz and 1.3 pmHz"2, respectively. Furthermore, the OPU has a laser spot size of 560 run (full width at half maximum, FWHM), which is capable of measuring cantilevers and strings with sub-micron width. A homemade nano-scale resolution X-Y-Z positioner with working distances of 12, 12, 5 mm is responsible for laser-sample alignment. Both thermal and excited resonant frequencies of MEMS/NEMS cantilevers and strings are characterized.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationNanotechnology 2013: Advanced Materials, CNTs, Particles, Films and Composites : Proceedings
    Volume2
    PublisherCRC Press
    Publication date2013
    Pages485-488
    ISBN (Print)9781482205848
    Publication statusPublished - 2013
    Event2013 NSTI Nanotechnology Conference and Expo - Washington, United States
    Duration: 12 May 201316 May 2013

    Conference

    Conference2013 NSTI Nanotechnology Conference and Expo
    Country/TerritoryUnited States
    CityWashington
    Period12/05/201316/05/2013

    Keywords

    • Alignment
    • CCD cameras
    • Data storage equipment
    • Exhibitions
    • Fluidics
    • Geometrical optics
    • MEMS
    • Nanocantilevers
    • Nanotechnology
    • Natural frequencies
    • NEMS
    • Videodisks
    • Optical data processing

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