• A self-test and dynamics characterization circuit for MEMS electrostatic actuators 

      Fernández Martínez, Daniel; Madrenas Boadas, Jordi; Cosp Vilella, Jordi (2011-03)
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      This paper presents a high-bandwidth capacitance estimation and driving circuit especially tailored for its use with MEMS electrostatic actuators. The circuit can be integrated as a part of a system comprising an electrostatic ...
    • Analytical energy model for the dynamic behavior of RF MEMS switches under increased actuation voltage 

      Casals Terré, Jasmina; Llamas, Marco Antonio; Girbau Sala, David; Pradell i Cara, Lluís; Lázaro Guillén, Antonio; Giacomozzi, Flavio; Colpo, Sabrina (2014-12-01)
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      In this paper, the dynamic behavior of electrostatically actuated radio frequency-microelectromechanical system (RF-MEMS) switches is analyzed using energy considerations. An analytical model for bridge-type RF-MEMS switches ...
    • Nonlinear actuation model for lateral electrostatically-actuated DC-contact RF MEMS series switches. 

      Lázaro Guillén, Antoni; Girbau Sala, David; Pradell i Cara, Lluís; Nebot Serra, Àlvar (JOHN WILEY & SONS INC, 2007-06-01)
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      In this work, a nonlinear model to predict actuation characteristics in lateral electrostatically-actuated DC-contact MEMS switches is proposed. In this case a parallel-plate approximation cannot be applied. The model ...