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The article presents an outlook for the microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) market through 2012. According to Jean Cristophe Eloy of Yole Development, the MEMS market reveals a steady growth for the coming years, with some applications bringing considerable increase to the market. Cited is the Yole 2007-2012 MEMS market forecast which expects a value of $14 billion by 2012 for the market.

The article forecasts the market for microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) from 2008 to 2012. Compared to the 2007 market growth, the growth for the MEMS industry in 2008 is forecasted to be slower. Market sales of MEMS units is projected to be above the sales Compound Annual Growth Rate. The MEMS business is also growing in different application fields and investment in the MEMS industry is predicted to remain at a high level.

Reports developments related to the microelectromechanical systems industry in Europe as of December 2001. Use of polymers for micro-actuators; Application of micro-injection molding; Development of biochips and microfluidics components. INSET: At a Glance.