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         all segments, and that only bending contributes to the elastic deformation of
         the member.






















             Figure 3.30 Microaccelerometer with four identical bent beam serpentine springs






























                       Figure 3.31  Geometry of a bent beam serpentine spring

         The six in-plane compliances are:
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