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Volume 19, Issue 2
  • ISSN: 2666-2558
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Abstract

This review offers a detailed analysis of recent advancements in Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) technology and its impact on telecommunication applications. MEMS devices have undergone significant evolution, with enhancements in performance and functionality crucial for modern telecommunication systems. The review covers various advancements, including developing MEMS-based switches, filters, and oscillators—key developments with sophisticated features, including the equipment to enable modern, cost-effective communication networks. Infrastructure equipment, such as passive elements, tunable networks, antennas, ., with radio frequency (RF) as well as optical devices and mobile communication devices, ., the mobile sensors and actuators, are the two main areas encompassing this field of application because of improved performance and quality of user experience. These components are essential for managing high-frequency signals, improving signal quality, and supporting the demands of increasingly complex telecommunication networks. Recent innovations have enabled MEMS devices to operate with higher precision and reliability, making them integral to the rollout of 5G networks and other emerging technologies. The review also addresses the challenges faced in the field, such as issues related to device miniaturization, cost-effectiveness, and the need for seamless integration with existing infrastructure. By examining these advancements and challenges, this review provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of MEMS technology in telecommunications. It aims to serve as a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and industry professionals seeking to understand MEMS devices' recent progress and future potential in enhancing telecommunication systems. The insights provided herein are intended to guide ongoing research and development efforts, ultimately contributing to the continued advancement of telecommunication technologies.

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A Brief Review on Recent Advancements of MEMS Devices for Telecommunication Applications
Recent Advances in Computer Science and Communications 19, E26662558342193 (2026); https://doi.org/10.2174/0126662558342193241211063716
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Keyword(s): actuators; high-frequency signals; MEMS devices; sensors; Telecommunication; telecommunications

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