MEMS-FOCUSED OPPORTUNITIES IN EUROPE
Scottish Enterprise is a leading partner in Enterprise Europe Scotland, part of the
European Commission's new Enterprise Europe Network (www.enterprise-europenetwork.ec.europa.eu). The Network offers practical support and advice to businesses
across Europe and helps them make the most of business opportunities across the
continent and beyond. The Enterprise Europe Network is made up of close to 600 partner
organisations in more than 40 countries, promoting competitiveness and innovation at the
local level in Europe and across the globe. It builds on the previous strengths and
achievements of both the former Euro Info Centre (EIC) and Innovation Relay Centre
(IRC) Networks.
Technology transfer and business opportunity identification are key. Below you can read
abstracts of several technology and business opportunities within the MEMS arena. The
Enterprise Europe Scotland team would be happy to put you in touch with any of the
companies behind the profiles. Additionally, if you would like to discuss the promotion of
your own technology or services, or your partnership needs, across Europe, the
Enterprise Europe team would be happy to assist.
For further information please contact:
Lucy Black
Enterprise Europe Scotland
Email: lucy.black@scotent.co.uk
Tel: +44 (0)141 228 2446
Micro Electro Mechanical Systems for telecommunication system components
(Ref: 08 IT SUTC 0JTJ )
An Italian research laboratory dealing with electronic measurements and electromagnetic fields is
active in design, numerical analysis, realisation and testing of microwave devices based on new
technological solutions. Specifically the use of Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS) to
improve common microwave components and communication systems performances is
investigated. The lab is interested in technical cooperation with research organisations or
companies.
Innovative technique to measure the mechanical properties of thin films
(Ref: 07 BE WLDG 0JFA )
A Belgian university spin-off has developed an innovative technique to precisely measure the
mechanical properties of thin films by using micro-machines (MEMS). This has application in many
industries, such as the materials and microelectronics industries, to improve the reliability and
performance of end products. The spin-off is seeking companies for a commercial agreement with
technical assistance and R&D centres for technical co-operation.
Ultrasonic micro-machining for hard, brittle and non-conductive materials
(Ref: 07 FR GEFC 0ITD )
A French SME has developed specific know-how in ultrasonic micro-machining well adapted to
precise machining of hard, brittle, non-conductive materials. The company is interested in
manufacturing agreements with technical assistance and technical cooperation with industrial
partners.
Micromanipulation platform to handle micro-objects
(Ref: 07 FR GEFC 0IOO )
A French laboratory, CNRS-associated, has developed a micromanipulation platform which
enables micro-handling of micro-objects, pick-and-place and assisted micro-assembly. It is looking
for a technical agreement with industrial partners.
System and method for inspection and characterisation of micro- and
nanomechanical structures, MEMS/NEMS
(Ref: 06 ES MAOT 0FTL )
A Spanish public research laboratory (CSIC) has developed a new technique for characterisation
of the displacement, strain and vibration in arrays of micro- and nanomechanical structures such
as MEMS/NEMS and microcantilevers. The technique has applications in routine characterisation
of strain & resonance behaviour of micro- nanomechanical structures, and biological and chemical
sensors based on these structures. The researchers are looking for a company interested in
licensing the technology.
Silicon machinery - MEMs (Micro Electro Mechanics)-based micromechanical
systems
(Ref: 05 FR GEFC 0CMK )
A French SME, which is an innovative and technology breakthrough company, works in
partnership with industry to exploit a wide range of MEMs opportunities. Its first mission is to
provide a custom MEMs R&D offer including design, simulation, prototyping, metrology, and
expertise with a special emphasis on micromechanical systems. The company is looking for
technical cooperation, license or manufacturing agreements with complementary partners.
High-resolution microgripper with multiple degrees of freedom for handling microcomponents
(Ref: 06 FR GEFC 0F6N )
A French laboratory specialised in microrobotics, micromanipulation and production techniques
has developed an innovative micro gripper with a nanometric resolution that enables to handle
micro-components. This microgripper may be used as an end-effector to position, sort or assemble
electronic, optical, medical micro-components such as MEMs, biological cells, and materials
samples for analysis. The laboratory is interested in manufacturing agreements, licenses or
commercial agreements.
Standard MEMS material for (bio)chips, bio-MEMS, nanostructuration, optical
waveguides and microfluidics
(Ref: 06 AT ATBI 0G1L )
An Austrian research centre has developed a biochip surface for DNA and protein arrays. It is
made of a standard material that binds DNA and proteins, especially oligonucleotides and
antibodies, covalently via epoxy groups. The chip surface is a universal platform of high
functionality, extremely low background and excellent sensitivity. Production is simple and cheap
(dip-coating). The center is looking for industrial partners for chip production, distribution and/or
licensing.