Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) refers to miniaturized mechanical and electrical devices that usually have dimensions ranging from micrometers to millimeters. These systems are designed to combine tiny sensors, actuators, and electronics on a single chip, allowing them to perform various functions such as sensing, measuring, and controlling different physical phenomena at a microscopic level. Essentially, MEMS are small devices that use both mechanical and electronic components to do specific tasks.
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