Design rules for a reliable surface micromachined IC sensor

To build reliability into surface-micromachined IC sensors intended for safety applications, potential failure mechanisms were identified during the design phase. Conservative design rules were established to minimize or eliminate sensor failure. Standard IC mechanical and thermal stress tests validated both the sensor design and the design methodology.

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