In certain exemplary embodiments of the present invention,
three-dimensional micro-mechanical devices and/or micro-structures can be
made using a production casting process. As part of this process, an
intermediate mold can be made from or derived from a precision stack
lamination and used to fabricate the devices and/or structures. Further,
the micro-devices and/or micro-structures can be fabricated on planar or
nonplanar surfaces through use of a series of production casting
processes and intermediate molds. The use of precision stack lamination
can allow the fabrication of high aspect ratio structures. Moreover, via
certain molding and/or casting materials, molds having cavities with
protruding undercuts also can be fabricated. It is emphasized that this
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