This folder contain the activities module for LIGA Micromachining.  LIGA (LIthographie (Lithography), Galvanoformung (electroforming), and Abformung (molding)) is a microtechnology fabrication method that yields micro-sized components and devices with high aspect ratio (tall and narrow).  In LIGA fabrication x-rays generated by a synchroton are used to carve out deep patterns in a resist material.  These patterns are then electroplated to form the desired structure or used as molds for mems componets.

The LIGA Micromachining module includes four activities that allow participants to explore micromachining fabrication:

• LIGA Micromachining Research Activity
• LIGA Micromachining Simulation Activities - Parts I and II
• LIGA Micromaching Terminology Activity

SCME provides a kit that supports the two simulation activities.  The kit contains most of the materials needed to simulate the lithography and electroforming steps of the LIGA process.  For a list of kit contents see LIGA Micromachining Simulation Activities in the LIGA Micromachining Activities module.  A supporting PowerPoint presentation is also included in this category and can be downloaded by registered users.

These activities support the MEMS Micromaching Learning Module.  Instructors and participants should study the MEMS Micromachining Primary Knowledge unit prior to completing this activities module in order to gain a basic understanding of mems micromachining and the termnology associated with it.

To order the LIGA Micromachining Simulation Kit, please complete the SCME Kit Order Form.  This kit will be available for the Fall of 2011.