4. THE MEMS TECHNOLOGY
MEMS is the integration of
mechanical elements, sensors,
actuators and electronics on a
common silicon substrate through
micro fabrication technology
20. FUTURE OF SMART DUST
Number of research institutions
The future of smart dust lies on both
optical communication and fiberoptic communication.
21. CHALLENGES
To incorporate all these functions
while maintaining a low power
consumption
Maximizing operating life given the
limited volume for energy storage
The motes must operate efficiently
and conserve energy whenever
possible