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Gad-el-Hak, M. (Ed.). (2006). MEMS: Introduction and Fundamentals. Boca Raton, FL:
CRC Press.
Microelectromechanical systems. Being the first of three volumes, this one is specifically covers
theoretical and conceptual support of the field, with special emphasis on the physical laws
governing the microscale. It also explores the mechanical properties of MEMS materials,
My assessment: While written with moderate technical scrutiny, this book will provide me with a
strong and solid general background about how electromechanical devices operate at scales
provides convincing technical arguments about the usefulness of these nano-devices, whose
production could proliferate when their purposes are considered to spur people into action and
Gad-el-Hak, M. (Ed.). (2006). MEMS: Applications. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press.
This book is the second of three volumes dealing with MEMS. Its main focus is the current
markets in which these technologies are being developed and applied. It includes an overview of
My assessment: This book makes a subtle approach to the vast possibilities and capabilities of
the MEMS technology. Since this research paper deals with an analysis about how this
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how these technologies have become so trendy in recent years. All the useful examples in this
book were written and revised by worldwide known scholars who are experts in the field.
MEMS industry group and NEXUS form partnership; groups recognize need for initiatives
bridging MEMS technology with business. (2002, Nov 21). PR Newswire. Retrieved from
http://search.proquest.com/docview/448907936?accountid=12043
This article makes explains how MEMS Industry Group (MIG), the premier trade association
representing the North American MEMS and microstructure industries, and NEXUS, the
partnership today to promote greater development and commercialization of MEMS and MEMS-
enabled devices in Europe and North America. This coalition does not only imply that there will
be a greater share of information, but also that such technologies will be more suitable to a
My assessment: This article is one that clearly shows how MEMS industries are coming to
realize that in order to effectively respond to the fast changes in the consumer needs, they have to
establish open policies and collaboration which will allow them to develop MEMS that will suit
MEMS industry group expands membership opportunities. (2002, Jun 19). PR Newswire.
This articles makes reference to MEMS Industry Group (MIG) is a trade association representing
the U.S. MEMS and microstructures industries. This Association is in charge of making
industry data where the development of technology is objectively analyzed. The article mentions
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the importance of the interaction among legislators, policymakers and others for more efficient
My assessment: Not only are the technical advances important during the process of developing
a new product, but also the ability of a firm, government or country to make sure that those
advances will be possible from an economic and social standpoint. This article gives support to
the one of the main points of the essay, which is that unless a mutual collaboration exists
between MEMS companies, their individual profit-seeking spirit might make them ignore social
MEMS executive congress 2011 attendance grows 25%, reflects upbeat market conditions
in consumer, mobile, automotive and biomedical MEMS. (2011, Nov 14). Business Wire.
This article reflects how MEMS industries are succeeding in achieving a bigger market share,
meeting the changing demand for MEMS products, even in times of economic recession. As a
matter of fact, the investment of these technologies is increasing as never seen before, which
gives hints about the importance of advances in technology to solve social problems such as
My assessment: It is important not to overlook the importance of having a social scope about the
development of new technologies, such as MEMS. Not only does it contribute to have a more
technologies, but it also provides hints about what the particular needs of consumers are.
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Research and markets offers report: Analysis of the southeast asian MEMS sensors
http://search.proquest.com/docview/818700982?accountid=12043
Southeast Asia has, among its members, top tier countries in technical development, such as
Japan, South Korea or Singapore. This article provides with a comprehensive analysis about the
short-term and long-term effects in the demand for MEMS technology. According to the article,
although the demand for MEMS technology has diminished in recent years due to economic
recession in Southeast Asia, long term-growth of these technologies has been projected by
My assessment: The average consumer seems to be focusing mainly on the short term effects of
the economic recession in their predictions about the MEMS industries. This articles provides
with a logically consistent argument for the positive future incentives that the development of
these technologies have, encouraging long-term economic growth and offering consumer better
standards of living.