Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a new integrated Vacuum Microelectronic Device (VMD) and a method for making the same. Vacuum Microelectronic Devices require several unique three dimensional structures: a sharp field emission tip, accurate alignment of the tip inside a control grid structure in a vacuum environment, and an anode to collect electrons emitted by the tip. Also disclosed is a new structure and a process for forming diodes, triodes, tetrodes, pentodes and other similar structures. The final structure made can also be connected to other similar VMD devices or to other electronic devices.

Abstract: A post-mask-deflection color cathode ray tube is disclosed that has a strip-type tension foil shadow mask in the form of two intercalated combs providing mutually insulated first and second arrays of strips. Each of the arrays is adapted to receive a different electrical potential effective to cause electron beams passing therethrough to be deflected by the electrical fields created between the strips. A method of manufacturing is also disclosed.