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Protection layers in micromirror array devices

  • US 7,459,402 B2
  • Filed: 05/24/2005
  • Issued: 12/02/2008
  • Est. Priority Date: 02/12/2003
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method of fabricating a micromirror device, comprising:

  • depositing first and second sacrificial layers on a substrate;

    forming a reflective mirror plate on one of the first or second sacrificial layers;

    forming a deformable hinge on the other sacrificial layer;

    depositing a protection layer on the formed deformable hinge;

    removing the sacrificial layer and protection layer so as to free the mirror plate.

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