Methods and systems of assembling and making laminated electro-mechanical
system (LEMS) switches are described. A plurality of structural layers
are formed that include at least two structural layers that each include
a flexible member. The plurality of structural layers are stacked and
aligned into a stack, to form at least one switch. Each structural layer
in the stack is attached to an adjacent structural layer of the stack.
When the formed switch is in an "on" state, the first flexible member is
in contact with the second flexible member. When making contact with the
second flexible member, the second flexible member flexes in response. In
a further aspect, three flexible members may be present. When the switch
is in an "on" state, the first flexible member is in contact with the
second and third flexible members. When making contact with the second
and third flexible members, the second and third flexible members flex in
response.