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PISCATAWAY, N.J. & SAN JOSE, Calif., June 9 -- Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International (SEMI) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Standards Association (IEEE) have signed a memorandum of understanding to support each other's programs to create nanotechnology and microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) standards. The agreement marks the first standards collaboration between the two organizations. Under the memorandum, SEMI and IEEE will appoint liaisons, define a regular exchange of information and schedule periodic joint meetings. They will also presenting...Read full article

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    Published: June 2004
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    microelectromechanical systems
    Refers to micron-size complex machines that have physical dimensions suitable for the fabrication of optical switches for use in state-of-the-art communications networks.
    nanotechnology
    The use of atoms, molecules and molecular-scale structures to enhance existing technology and develop new materials and devices. The goal of this technology is to manipulate atomic and molecular particles to create devices that are thousands of times smaller and faster than those of the current microtechnologies.
    ConsumerIEEE-SAindustrialInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Standards AssociationMEMSmicroelectromechanical systemsnanotechnologyNews & FeaturesSEMISemiconductor Equipment and Materials International

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