Bioinspired hair sensor to test air flow and fabricated by controlled electromigration

Sensory hairs are common throughout the natural world, serving diverse functions in varied environments For example crickets utilize finely tuned hair arrays called celia to rapidly detect air flow disturbances from approaching predators. Biologically inspired artificial hair sensors (AHS) attempt to mimic the awareness and rapid response to external fluid flows On top of this, it is essential to figure out the fabrication of hair with reliable properties As an advantage, ECTM owns extensive experiences in MEMS fabrication, and we have mature technology of electromigration that can be used to grow robust metal hair for sensor.

Assignment

• Duration: 9 months
• Location: EKL cleanroom
• Design and fabrication of hair sensor in EKL facilities
• Fabrication and measurement to grow metal hair by using controlled electromigration
• Characterization of the electrical and mechanical performance of the hair sensor

Requirements

You are an ambitious master student looking for hands on experience and a multidisciplinary thesis project on microfabrication and nanomaterials You have a microelectronics, mechanical, nanotechnology or material science background and like experimental lab work. Good communication skill in English and a pro active attitude are expected

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Last modified: 2023-11-07