Methods for fabricating robust films across a patterned underlying layer's edges or steps are disclosed. The novel methods diminish the negative effects of electrode steps or edges on the integrity of a membrane. Thus, the methods are particularly applicable to membrane release technology. The height...http://www.google.com/patents/US20090049670?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US20090049670 - METHODS OF FABRICATING A MEMBRANE WITH IMPROVED MECHANICAL INTEGRITY