Techniques for affixing a micro-object to a mounting structure at a desired relative orientation. A shaped portion of a workpiece is caused to become embedded in a reference structure at a first relative orientation. The workpiece is parted into first and second portions, the first portion of which includes...http://www.google.de/patents/US6931710?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US6931710 - Manufacturing of micro-objects such as miniature diamond tool tips