Military and Potential Homeland Security Applications for Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS)

摘要

The Department of Defense (DoD) continues its strong support of research and development (R AND D) in Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) technology for military system applications. Systems useful for homeland security applications could benefit from the MEMS investment for military systems. This document reviews past and current DoD MEMS developments for military systems and identifies potential applications of MEMS technology to homeland security devices and systems. For the areas cited where MEMS has potential application in military systems and homeland security systems, coordination between DoD and DHS throughout the development cycle is recommended.