These devices are typically made from semiconductor materials.
Many components of a normal electronic design are available in a microelectronic equivalent.
These include transistors, capacitors, inductors, resistors, diodes and (naturally) insulators and conductors can all be found in microelectronic devices.
Microelectronics is a field in electronics that utilizes tiny, or micro, components to manufacture electronics.
As demand for small and less expensive devices grows, the field continues to expand.
The main areas of focus generally are research, reliability and manufacture.
One of the key benefits of microelectronic circuits is their ability to pack a large number of components and functions into a small space, which allows for the creation of highly compact and efficient devices.