摘要 |
Multiple embodiments of a solid state condenser transducer, and methods of manufacture, are disclosed. The transducer comprises a semi-conductor substrate forming a frame and having an opening, a thin-film cantilever structure forming a diaphragm extending over a portion of the opening, the structure having a proximal portion and a distal portion. The proximal portion is attached to the frame, and the distal portion extends over a portion of the frame. A variable gap capacitor having a movable plate and a fixed plate is provided, wherein the movable plate is disposed on the distal portion of the structure and the fixed plate is disposed on the frame adjacent the movable plate. |