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Formation of signal paths to increase maximum signal-carrying frequency of a fluid-based switch

  • US 6,894,237 B2
  • Filed: 04/14/2003
  • Issued: 05/17/2005
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/14/2003
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A switch, comprising:

  • a) a channel plate defining at least a portion of a number of cavities;

    b) a switching fluid, held within one or more of the cavities, that is movable between at least first and second switch states in response to forces that are applied to the switching fluid; and

    c) a plurality of planar signal conductors extending from edges of the switch to within the one or more cavities holding the switching fluid, and in wetted contact with the switching fluid.

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