Fraunhofer Designs MEMS-Based Ultrasonic Transducers for SMEs

The institutes Fraunhofer ISIT, IPMS and ENAS are presenting a pioneering initiative to promote MEMS-based ultrasonic sensor technology at SENSOR+TEST in Nuremberg, Germany. Their one-stop shop offers customized solutions for companies that want to benefit from the advantages of this technology.

Sensors based on microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) have become an integral part of our everyday lives. In ultrasonic sensor technology, they offer numerous advantages in terms of miniaturization, functionality and cost efficiency, enabling innovative solutions for a wide range of applications.

However, the high development complexity and initial costs of these semiconductor-based micromechanical ultrasonic transducers (MUT) prevent many small and medium-sized companies from developing their own solutions.

The institutes Fraunhofer ISIT, ENAS and IPMS have been leading the development of micromechanical ultrasonic devices and systems within the Research Fab Microelectronics Germany (FMD) for years.

The plattform offers not only a broad technology portfolio of electrostatic and piezoelectric solutions, but also has a first-class infrastructure for pilot production in its own clean rooms.

From June 11-13, 2024, the three Fraunhofer Institutes will present their groundbreaking technology platform for micromechanical ultrasonic transducers at the SENSOR+TEST in Nuremberg at the joint booth and in several lectures at the 22nd GMA/ITG Symposium.