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Asymmetric charge transfer phenomenon and its mechanism in self-excited electrostatic actuator

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Abstract

We observe the asymmetric charge transfer phenomenon and present its mechanism in self-excited electrostatic actuator for the first time. When a conductive cantilever is excited into oscillation between two electrodes under DC voltage, it is observed to transfer more charge when it contacts the negative electrode than the positive electrode. The mechanism of this asymmetric charge transfer phenomenon is investigated and it is indicated that the amount of the transferred charge, which is directly related to output power, increases with the applied DC voltage and the parasitic capacitance at the fixed end of the cantilever. As such, this work provides further understanding and guidance for output power optimization design of the self-excited electrostatic actuator.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2018 IEEE Micro Electro Mechanical Systems, MEMS 2018
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages588-591
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)9781538647820
DOIs
StatePublished - 24 Apr 2018
Event31st IEEE International Conference on Micro Electro Mechanical Systems, MEMS 2018 - Belfast, United Kingdom
Duration: 21 Jan 201825 Jan 2018

Publication series

NameProceedings of the IEEE International Conference on Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS)
Volume2018-January
ISSN (Print)1084-6999

Conference

Conference31st IEEE International Conference on Micro Electro Mechanical Systems, MEMS 2018
Country/TerritoryUnited Kingdom
CityBelfast
Period21/01/1825/01/18

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