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In this paper the RF-MEMS switch with series–shunt configuration on a single quartz substrate is presented to achieve high isolation than the individual series or shunt switches. This paper presents the isolation of series–shunt configuration switch of 84.7 dB is achieved at 26 GHz when both switches are in OFF state which is higher than the OFF state of the individual series switch and shunt switches. The return loss (s₁₁) is less than − 60 dB, insertion loss is less than − 0.09 dB is observed for better performance in satellite communication applications. The series/ohmic and shunt/capacitive membranes are designed with uniform spring structure and crab leg structure, respectively and simulated using FEM tool. Ashby’s method is used to select the materials for the switch membranes/beam and dielectric layer. The gap between the dielectric and the movable beam is maintained at 3 µm in series switch and …