A self-folding microelectronic module (SMARTLET) (IMAGE)
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A self-folding microelectronic module (SMARTLET) on a surface that can integrate a wealth of functions, e.g. power supply, actuators, sensors and communication capabilities. The SMARTLET itself is made of soft materials and integrates a tiny Si chip in its shell that can store, process, receive and send data. A large number of cube-shaped SMARTLETs can be fabricated on a wafer surface with high throughput. The SMARTLET itself resembles a biological cell in its functionality and size.
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Research Center MAIN
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