Micro-specific design flow for tool-based microtechnologies

Abstract

Design of systems and components being produced with tool-based microtechnologies is strongly driven by technology. Thus, there are multitechnological influences from production, materials or micro-specific effects, which restrictively affect design and have to be considered. Under special regard of these peculiarities and in context with live cycle stages of tool-based microtechnological products, a design flow is presented. This incorporates a new design model, called sickle model visualizing the specific aspects when designing products of tool-based microtechnology. In order to support the design process, design rules are used to transfer knowledge from subsequent and adjacent life cycle stages to the current design stage.

Elicitation of a reference process model for tool-based micro technologies for planning and controlling purposes and user support

“…They affect the development process and have to be considered. Marz (2005) and Albers et al (2007) developed the 'Sickle Model' for visualising these aspects. The name 'Sickle Model' was chosen due to the sickle-shaped transition from design stage to detailing stage.…”

Micro metal injection molding (MicroMIM)

“…Additionally, the limitations given by micro mold insert production and powder size have to be considered. A description of design aspects related to MicroPIM can be found in (Albers et al, 2007).…”