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20080222876 | SYSTEM FOR ATTACHING ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS TO MOLDED INTERCONNECTION DEVICES - A system for connecting electrical devices to one another is provided. This system includes a horizontal or non-horizontal substrate and an anchor connected to or formed integrally with the substrate. The anchor is either a raised structure or a recessed structure, and further includes at least one retention member formed integrally with the anchor. At least one electronic component is mounted within the anchor and the at least one retention member secures the component to the substrate. At least one electrical trace is disposed on the substrate and the at least one electrical trace extends into the anchor, contacts the at least one electronic component, and forms an electrical connection between the substrate and the at least one electronic component. | 09-18-2008 |
20080295316 | Method for making electronic device having metallic connecting structure - An exemplary method for making an electronic device includes: providing a hot press machine having a press head; placing a bonding film on an inner surface of a metallic housing; turning on the hot press machine and heating the press head to a first predetermined temperature; after heated to the first predetermined temperature, driving the press head to press the bonding film to the metallic housing for about two minutes, thereby attaching the bonding film on the metallic housing; placing the metallic element according to the corresponding bonding film of the metallic housing; heating the press head to a second predetermined temperature; and after heated to the second predetermined temperature, driving the press head to press the at least one metallic element to the metallic housing for at least two minutes, thereby attaching the at least one metallic element on the corresponding bonding film. | 12-04-2008 |
20080313882 | Sensing unit and method of making same - In a sensing unit according to the present invention, a spring portion having a support portion and a movable portion is conductive. A signal of a sensor portion provided on the movable portion of the spring portion is transmitted via the spring portion. Hence, the sensing unit according to the present invention has a simple constitution with a small number of components, and a wire does not necessarily have to be provided for each sensor portion. As a result, a reduction in manufacturing cost, simplification of the manufacturing process, and so on are achieved. | 12-25-2008 |
20090007412 | Probe Tips and Method of Making Same - A probe includes a substrate and a tetragonal structure disposed on the substrate that has four end points. Three of the end points are disposed adjacent to the substrate. A fourth of the end points extends outwardly and substantially normal to the substrate. In a method of making a probe tip, a plurality of tetrapods are grown and at least one of the tetrapods is placed on a substrate at a selected location. The tetrapod is affixed to the substrate at the selected location. | 01-08-2009 |
20090025201 | CONTACT MAT FOR AN ACTUATOR, AND ASSOCIATED PRODUCTION METHOD - A contact mat ( | 01-29-2009 |
20090038140 | Marine seismic streamer having soluble encapsulant surrounding seismic sensors therein - A seismic streamer includes a jacket covering an exterior of the streamer. At least one strength member extends along the length of the streamer and is disposed inside the jacket. At least one seismic sensor is disposed in a sensor spacer affixed to the at least one strength member. An encapsulant is disposed between the sensor and the sensor spacer. The encapsulant is a substantially solid material that is soluble upon contact with a void filling material. A void filling material is disposed in the interior of the jacket and fills substantially all void space therein. The void filling material is introduced to the interior of the jacket in liquid form and undergoing state change to substantially solid thereafter. | 02-12-2009 |
20090056102 | METHOD FOR FABRICATING SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE - A method for fabricating a semiconductor device includes (a) depositing an insulating film on a semiconductor substrate; (b) forming a recess in the insulating film; (c) depositing a conductive film on the insulating film while filling the recess with the conductive film; and (d) polishing the conductive film. Step (d) includes a first polishing substep of using a first polisher pad conditioned with a first dresser and a second polishing substep of using a second polisher pad conditioned with a second dresser different from the first dresser. | 03-05-2009 |
20090064482 | CONTACT, METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING CONTACT, CONNECTION DEVICE INCLUDING CONTACT, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING CONNECTION - To provide a contact, formed in an amorphous state, having better spring properties as compared to conventional one; a method for manufacturing the contact; a connection device including the contact; and a method for manufacturing the connection device. | 03-12-2009 |
20090077787 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE WITH A UNITARY OUTER BODY - Various embodiments of the present invention provide for methods of manufacturing an electronic device that utilizes a unitary outer body. In one embodiment, a method is provided for installing an exterior component into an interior chamber of the unitary outer body through an opening in the outer body. The exterior component may be sized such that it cannot fit into an open end of the outer body when it is coupled with an interior component. As the unitary outer body cannot be disassembled to receive the coupled components into its interior, a method of the present invention inserts an end of the exterior component into the unitary outer body through an opening provided in the outer body to couple with the interior component. | 03-26-2009 |
20090094816 | Method for producing a structure having a perforated sealing strip and structure obtained - The structure comprises facing substrates bonded to one another by crushing a closed peripheral sealing strip delineating a closed cavity in which a microsystem is disposed between the substrates. Before crushing, the sealing strip comprises perforated patterns delineating a plurality of voids inside the strip. | 04-16-2009 |
20090100664 | LAND GRID ARRAY (LGA) INTERPOSER UTILIZING METAL-ON-ELASTOMER HEMI-TORUS AND OTHER MULTIPLE POINTS OF CONTACT GEOMETRIES - A method of producing a land grid array (LGA) interposer structure, including an electrically insulating carrier plane, and at least one interposer mounted on a first surface of said carrier plane. The interposer possesses a hemi-toroidal configuration in transverse cross-section and is constituted of a dielectric elastomeric material. A plurality of electrically-conductive elements are arranged about the surface of the at least one hemi-toroidal interposer and extend radically inwardly and downwardly from an uppermost end thereof into electrical contact with at least one component located on an opposite side of the electrically insulating carrier plane. A plurality of slots are formed in the sidewall of said interposer for the venting of gases and pressure therethrough. | 04-23-2009 |
20090113695 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING METALLIC KEYPAD HAVING RIPPLE LUSTER - A method for manufacturing a metallic keypad has a ripple luster. First, a metallic thin plate is prepared. The metallic thin plate is subjected to an etching process, thereby forming a plurality of hollowed portions on the metallic thin plate. The hollowed portions are used to define a pressing region for the key and icons for the surface of the pressing region. The metallic thin plate is cut to form a metallic keypad having a predetermined shape. Then, after an electroplated layer is coated on the surface of the metallic keypad, a layer of protective film is adhered on the non-electroplated surface of the metallic keypad. Finally, the metallic keypad is disposed into a mold. A plastic material is injected into the mold, so that the plastic material forms a pattern layer. Finally, an adhesive layer is applied on the non-electroplated surface of the metallic keypad. The elastic layer having a plurality of protrusions is adhered on the surface of the adhesive layer. Via the above steps, the metallic keypad having a ripple luster is manufactured completely. | 05-07-2009 |
20090119901 | FOAM SKIN INSULATION WITH SUPPORT MEMBERS - A wire includes a conductor. A foam insulation surrounds an outer surface of the conductor. A jacket surrounds the foam insulation and presents a plurality of projections on an inner surface thereof, which extend toward the conductor, yet do not purposefully contact the conductor. With the foam insulation having a lower dielectric constant than the jacket material, the electrical performance of the wire is improved, while maintaining a good crush resistance. | 05-14-2009 |
20090119902 | STACKED MULTIPLE ELECTRONIC COMPONENT INTERCONNECT STRUCTURE - Forming a stacked multiple electronic component interconnect structure includes mounting a first double sided land grid to a first surface of a flexible cable and attaching a second double sided land grid array to a second surface of the flexible cable. A first electronic component is attached to a first surface of the first double sided land grid array and a second electronic component is secured to a second surface of the second double sided land grid array to form a stacked multiple electronic component interconnect structure. The stacked multiple electronic component interconnect structure is attached to a circuit board having an electronic component interface cavity. The second electronic component is mounted in the electronic component interface cavity. Finally, the method includes attaching a force member to apply a compressive force to the stacked multiple electronic component interconnect structure to maintain electrical contact between the first and second electronic components. | 05-14-2009 |
20090119903 | EMI SHIELDS AND RELATED MANUFACTURING METHODS - An electromagnetic interference (EMI) shield according to one embodiment generally includes a frame and a cover. The frame includes peripheral walls each having at least one folded portion forming an outer sidewall and an inner sidewall. The cover includes a lid portion and a plurality of edge portions extending downwardly from the lid portion. The shield includes at least one dimple configured to be engagingly received in at least one opening for releasably retaining the cover to the frame. | 05-14-2009 |
20090158581 | Process for Making a Multilayer Circuit Device Having Electrically Isolated Tightly Spaced Electrical Current Carrying Traces - A process for making a multilayer circuit device having electrically isolated tightly spaced electrical current carrying traces, comprising of providing an insulative substrate having a first side coated with a layer of conductive metal intended to form a ground plane; providing a plurality of seed layer traces of a predetermined width of approximately 25 microns or less separated from each other by a predetermined distance of approximately 25 microns or less on a second side of the insulative substrate, the narrowness of such separation being essentially limited only by characteristics of the photoresist material to be deposited and developed therebetween and to withstand subsequent processing; developing ribs or barriers of photoresist forming vertical walls rising above the spaces separating the seed layer traces and defining valleys or channels thereover; depositing a desired thickness of conductive material over the seed layer traces and in the valleys or channels between the vertical walls; stripping away the resist ribs or barriers to leave conductive traces to be variously used as ground lines, signal lines and power lines; repeating the previous steps to develop a plurality of circuit boards; stacking the several circuit boards and joining them together with layers of insulative material; identifying particular ones of the traces as signal lines and other traces as power lines and/or ground lines; interconnecting at least some of the ground lines on one board to ground lines and/or ground planes on other boards by conductors extending through vias; interconnecting signal lines to signal input and output terminals; and perhaps to signal lines on other boards through vias; and interconnecting power lines to power input and output terminals, and perhaps to power lines on other boards through vias. | 06-25-2009 |
20090188103 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR MOVING A SUBSTRATE CARRIER - Systems, methods, and apparatus are provided for electronic device manufacturing. The invention includes removing a first substrate carrier and a second substrate carrier from a moving conveyor using an end effector assembly and concurrently transferring the first and second substrate carriers from the moving conveyor to a support location via the end effector assembly. Numerous other aspects are provided. | 07-30-2009 |
20090205193 | GAS SENSOR ELEMENT TREATMENT METHOD - A gas sensor element is heated at a temperature of 500° C. or higher for 15 minutes or more in a treatment atmosphere containing one or more gases selected from the gas group consisting of nitrogen (N | 08-20-2009 |
20090211078 | ANALYTE SENSORS AND METHODS - A sensor, and methods of making, for determining the concentration of an analyte, such as glucose, in a biological fluid such as blood or serum, using techniques such as coulometry, amperometry, and potentiometry. The sensor includes a working electrode and a counter electrode, and may include an insertion monitoring trace to determine correct positioning of the sensor in a connector. The sensor is calibration-adjusted, eliminating the need for a user to enter a calibration code or for the meter to read a calibration code. | 08-27-2009 |
20090235515 | Plug and Play Utility Control Modules - A utility control device, such as a light socket, a switch or a plug socket, is designed with universal terminals so that when plugged into a pre-wired utility box (box socket), the terminals will make the proper electrical connections with the premises wiring. Systems and methods are disclosed for arranging the premises power grid such that any device type can be “plugged” into the shells that are pre-wired inside the utility box. | 09-24-2009 |
20090241321 | Spark Plug Construction - An adapter, used with a spark plug body and an engine block, is disclosed. The body defines an axis and has adjacent one end, a coaxial metal ring. A coaxial metal tube extends from the ring towards the other body end and is threaded in said block in use. An insulator, having a portion inside the tube, extends axially, from inside the tube, beyond the ring, and has a void therethrough. A positive electrode occupies the void and extends axially beyond the insulator to a terminus. In use, the adapter is secured to said body and comprises: a positive electrode extender in electrically-conducting relation to the positive electrode and a ground electrode extender in electrically-conducting contacting relation to the ring. The adapter is configured such that a gap defined between the positive and ground extenders comprises a channel which opens axially away from said body and is substantially unobstructed axially. | 10-01-2009 |
20090249609 | Method for manufacturing a series of electric terminals - A series of electric terminals in which each member of the series has an identical receptacle portion at one end and a unique cable attachment portion at an opposite end is manufactured by forming a generic strip of partially formed terminals having a receptacle portion at one end in a first progressive die forming operation for all members of the series of electric terminals. Strips of completely formed electric terminals of particular members of the series of electric terminals are then completed in respective unique die progressive die forming operations using the generic strip of partially formed terminals. A modular die may be used for forming the strips of completely formed electric terminals from the intermediate generic the strip of partially formed terminals. | 10-08-2009 |
20090271971 | METHODS OF MAKING NANOTUBE-BASED SWITCHING ELEMENTS AND LOGIC CIRCUITS - Nanotube-based switching elements and logic circuits. Under one embodiment of the invention, a switching element includes an input node, an output node, a nanotube channel element having at least one electrically conductive nanotube, and a control electrode. The control electrode is disposed in relation to the nanotube channel element to controllably form an electrically conductive channel between the input node and the output node. The channel at least includes said nanotube channel element. The output node is constructed and arranged so that channel formation is substantially unaffected by the electrical state of the output node. Under another embodiment of the invention, the control electrode is arranged in relation to the nanotube channel element to form said conductive channel by causing electromechanical deflection of said nanotube channel element. Under another embodiment of the invention, the output node includes an isolation structure disposed in relation to the nanotube channel element so that channel formation is substantially invariant from the state of the output node. Under another embodiment of the invention, the isolation structure includes electrodes disposed on opposite sides of the nanotube channel element and said electrodes produce substantially the same electric field. Under another embodiment of the invention, a Boolean logic circuit includes at least one input terminal and an output terminal, and a network of nanotube switching elements electrically disposed between said at least one input terminal and said output terminal. The network of nanotube switching elements effectuates a Boolean function transformation of Boolean signals on said at least one input terminal. The Boolean function transformation includes a Boolean inversion within the function, such as a NOT or NOR function. | 11-05-2009 |
20090288288 | TORQUE SENSOR AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME - The torque sensor includes a plurality of coil units having a substantially cylindrical shape, the coil units including a plurality of detection coils arranged to face a magnetic characteristic change portion formed on a rotary shaft. The coil units include a first coil unit and a second coil unit, and the first coil unit and the second coil unit are disposed in the axial direction of the shaft. The first coil unit and the second coil unit are fixed in an integrally molded resin. Thereby, there is provided a torque sensor having a high productivity and an easy configuration and a method of manufacturing the torque sensor. | 11-26-2009 |
20090307894 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING WATER-PROOF ELECTRONIC DEVICE - A method being applied to manufacture a water-proof electronic device ( | 12-17-2009 |
20090313807 | Cooktop Replacement - This invention allows people to upgrade cooking top of an existing electronic kitchen range to easy to clean, energy efficient glass, ceramic, or stainless steel flat cooktop, while keeping most other features of the old range. | 12-24-2009 |
20100005645 | RANDOM ACCESS MEMORY INCLUDING NANOTUBE SWITCHING ELEMENTS - Random access memory including nanotube switching elements. A memory cell includes first and second nanotube switching elements and an electronic memory. Each nanotube switching element includes conductive terminals, a nanotube article and control circuitry capable of controllably form and unform an electrically conductive channel between the conductive terminals. The electronic memory is a volatile storage device capable of storing a logic state in response to electrical stimulus. In certain embodiment the electronic memory has cross-coupled first and second inverters in electrical communication with the first and second nanotube switching elements. The cell can operate as a normal electronic memory, or can operate in a shadow memory or store mode (e.g., when power is interrupted) to transfer the electronic memory state to the nanotube switching elements. The device may later be operated in a recall mode where the state of the nanotube switching elements may be transferred to the electronic memory. | 01-14-2010 |
20100011565 | METHODS OF FORMING A LENS SHEET FOR A PHOTOVOLTAIC SOLAR CELL SYSTEM - The present application is directed to methods of forming an integral lens sheet for use with a photovoltaic solar cell subassembly. The integral lens sheet is constructed from a parquet member and one or more individual lenses. One embodiment of a method may include positioning an individual lens over each of the apertures in the parquet member. The size of the lenses may provide for peripheral sections of the lenses to overlap the parquet member. Each of the lenses may be welded to the parquet member by directing a laser beam through the peripheral sections and onto the parquet member. The laser beam may form a laser weld between the parquet member and an underside of the individual lenses. | 01-21-2010 |
20100011566 | INTEGRATED FILM PEELING AND MOUNTING DEVICE METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY DEVICE USING THE SAME - Disclosed is an integrated device which can peel a protective film from a board assembly and mount the board assembly on a backlight unit. The integrated peeling and mounting device includes: an index rotary unit having a shaft for rotating heads facing in different directions; an alignment calibration unit for calibrating an aligned state of the board assembly and the backlight unit; and a mounting unit for mounting a board assembly adsorbed to a first head of the index rotary unit on the backlight unit. | 01-21-2010 |
20100018029 | Rinsing Wafers Using Composition-Tunable Rinse Water in Chemical Mechanical Polish - An apparatus for manufacturing integrated circuits on a wafer includes a polish pad; a rinse arm movable over the polish pad; and a post-polish cleaner. The post-polish cleaner includes a brush for brushing the wafer; and a nozzle aiming at the wafer. The apparatus further includes a mixer configured to mix an additive and di-ionized water; and a pipe connecting the mixer to at least one of the rinse arm and the nozzle. | 01-28-2010 |
20100018030 | Cylindrical housing and method of producing same - A cylindrical housing has a coaxial opening having a circular cross-section and at least one line having an oval cross-section, extending parallel to a longitudinal axis. To produce the cylindrical housing, the coaxial opening is produced with a large diameter having at least one bore with a small diameter extending parallel to the opening in a cylindrical blank, and subsequently a mandrel is inserted into the coaxial opening, wherein forces are then applied onto a circumferential surface of the drilled cylindrical blank for the production of the cylindrical housing. Another possibility for production is to roll a metal strip such that a concavity is formed, to create a bore therein and to apply forces in order to level out the concavity. An oval cross-section is imparted on each bore extending in concavities. The metal strip is wound about a mandrel to create the coaxial opening of the circular cross-section. | 01-28-2010 |
20100058575 | ELECTRICAL INSULATION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ELECTRICAL POWER STORAGE COMPONENT SEPARATION - An electrical insulation system and method for electrical power storage component separation is disclosed. Some implementations of the system use various forms of polyurethane elastomer based material such as tapes to electrically separate various components of electrical power storage devices such as battery packs. These components can include cells, connecting tabs, printed circuit assemblies, solder joints, nickel strips, and other conductive members. | 03-11-2010 |
20100064504 | RAILWAY BEACON AND RELATED PRODUCTION METHOD - A railway beacon having a casing ( | 03-18-2010 |
20100071194 | Ultrasonic system and method for affixing a screen sub-assembly to a plate - In one embodiment of the present invention, a method of affixing a screen sub-assembly to a substrate includes the steps of depositing a thermoplastic material on a surface of the substrate and placing the screen sub-assembly on top of the substrate. The screen sub-assembly includes a screen element and a thermoplastic material. The method also includes the steps of placing the screen sub-assembly and the substrate on a movable surface and driving the movable surface across a base support surface so as to position the screen sub-assembly and the substrate below an ultrasonic welding device. The ultrasonic welding device is actuated to emit ultrasonic energy that results in the screen sub-assembly being affixed to the substrate. The substrate can be formed of a perforated metal plate and a coating of thermoplastic powder. | 03-25-2010 |
20100077596 | Manifold Assembly Having a Centralized Pressure Sensing Package - A hydraulic manifold assembly includes a manifold containing a plurality of hydraulic channels that direct fluid to a centralized location and a package disposed at the centralized location to measure fluid pressure at pressure ports corresponding to the hydraulic channels. The manifold assembly directs fluid to the single package rather than scattering fluid outputs to multiple sensor locations, simplifying the overall assembly configuration. | 04-01-2010 |
20100077597 | PROBE NEEDLE, METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE PROBE NEEDLE AND METHOD FOR CONSTRUCTING A THREE-DIMENSIONAL STRUCTURE - A method for manufacturing a probe needle having beams and a contactor placed on tips of the beams comprises preparing a Si wafer | 04-01-2010 |
20100077598 | Cable wrap system - A wire protection system includes a cover configured to enclosed a wire. The cover has a plurality of spikes extending outwardly from an outer surface of the cover. The plurality of spikes is configured and spaced relative to each other to deter an animal from chewing on the cover. | 04-01-2010 |
20100101073 | SPARK PLUG MANUFACTURING METHOD - There is provided manufacturing method of a spark plug that includes a center electrode and a ground electrode with a discharge gap left therebetween. At least one of the center electrode and the ground electrode has an electrode body containing a base metal and a noble metal tip welded to the electrode body. The spark plug manufacturing method includes a laser welding step for welding the noble metal tip and the electrode body by placing the noble metal tip at a given position on the electrode body, irradiating a pulsed laser onto the noble metal tip and the electrode body and thereby sequentially forming welding spots corresponding to pulses of the laser in a circumferential direction of the noble metal tip, wherein at least one of the laser pulses is an initially increasing type laser pulse having a laser intensity waveform in which a laser intensity increases with time during a predetermined initial period from a pulse start time. | 04-29-2010 |
20100125998 | CABINET INCLUDING OPTICAL BULKHEAD PLATE FOR BLOWN FIBER SYSTEM - A cabinet is provided for managing the connections between a feeder cable and a distribution cable wherein the distribution cable is a blown optical fiber. The cabinet includes shelves for holding splices between the feeder cable and the distribution cable. The shelves also include microduct holders for holding each of the microducts associated with the distribution cable. | 05-27-2010 |
20100132183 | LOCKING MECHANISM FOR LOCKING A REMOVABLE DATA CARRIER - A locking mechanism is provided for locking a removable data carrier in a support structure of an electronic device. The locking mechanism includes a movable locking element, indicating unit and a locking element control unit. The movable locking element is movable between a locked position and an unlocked position, where the locking element, in its locked position, prevents the removal of the data carrier from the support structure. | 06-03-2010 |
20100132184 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE WITH IMPROVED BACK-FILL MEMBER AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE THEREOF - An implantable medical device and methods of manufacture are provided for implantation in a body. The device includes a device housing having an interior cavity and electronic circuitry located in the interior cavity of the device housing. The electronic circuitry detects a physiologic condition of the body and delivers a therapy to the body. The device further includes a feed-through assembly having a feed-through housing that is joined to the device housing. The feed-through assembly includes conductors held in the feed-through housing and electronically connected to the electronic circuitry. A back-fill member is joined to the feed-through housing. The back-fill member has an opening there through communicating with the interior cavity of the device housing. A sealing element is hermetically secured in the opening through the back-fill member. The sealing element and back-fill member are formed of different first and second materials, respectively. The second material is generally harder than the first material. For example, the sealing element may constitute a titanium ball configured to be deformed when pressed into the opening in the back-fill member, where the first and second materials constitute titanium and a titanium alloy, respectively. The back-fill member is dimensioned relative to a support tool to permit the back-fill member to self-align during an initial sealing operation by shifting and/or tilting relative to a support tool. | 06-03-2010 |
20100132185 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING ELECTRONIC COMPONENT - A triaxial acceleration sensor which has a structure including a cover joined to a substrate including a mechanically operable functional unit to be sealed, is adapted in such a way that the joined state can be reliably obtained so as to not interfere with a displacement of the functional unit. A sealing frame is made of a heated polyimide on a periphery of an upper main surface of a substrate provided with a functional unit, and a sealing layer made of a polyimide is formed over an entire lower main surface of a cover. For integrating the substrate and the cover so as to seal the functional unit, the sealing frame and the sealing layer are joined to each other by heating and pressurizing the sealing frame and the sealing layer at a temperature that is about 50° C. to about 150° C. higher than a glass transition temperature of the polyimide while bringing the sealing frame and the sealing layer into contact with each other. In this case, a recess is formed in the vicinity of a portion of the sealing layer to be brought into contact with the sealing frame so that a bump, generated from the sealing layer which is deformed in the joining step, is prevented from protruding toward the functional unit. | 06-03-2010 |
20100154198 | Sensing unit and method of making same - In a sensing unit according to the present invention, a spring portion having a support portion and a movable portion is conductive. A signal of a sensor portion provided on the movable portion of the spring portion is transmitted via the spring portion. Hence, the sensing unit according to the present invention has a simple constitution with a small number of components, and a wire does not necessarily have to be provided for each sensor portion. As a result, a reduction in manufacturing cost, simplification of the manufacturing process, and so on are achieved. | 06-24-2010 |
20100154199 | CONSTRUCTION METHOD OF SOLAR BATTERY MODULES - A construction method of solar battery modules by which solar battery modules are fixed using a fixing member, including: connecting a first frame body of a solar battery module between a pedestal and a to-be connected portion on a side opposite to a side of a plate-like portion extending outward farther than the pedestal with respect to an axis of the fixing member; sliding the fixing member to a position of a structural member such as a rafter along the first frame body; fixing the fixing member to a support member by the plate-like portion extending outward farther than the pedestal; and connecting a first frame body of a second solar battery module different from the first solar battery module between the pedestal and the to-be connected portion on a side identical to a side of the plate-like portion extending outward farther than the pedestal with respect to the axis. | 06-24-2010 |
20100162554 | TENSIONED TOUCH PANEL AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME - A tensioned touch panel includes a support structure having a substrate with a generally planer conductive surface disposed thereon and an insulating spacer generally about the periphery of the substrate. A pretensioned conductive member overlies the support structure. The spacer separates the conductive membrane and the conductive surface thereby to define an air gap therebetween. A conductive membrane is secured to the support structure under sufficient tension to inhibit slack from developing in the conductive membrane as a result of changes in environmental conditions. A method of assembling a tensioned touch panel is also provided. | 07-01-2010 |
20100180428 | Randomized circular grids for low-scatter EM shield - A randomized elliptical grid disposed on a sensor window for electro-magnetic and/or radio-frequency shielding of sensors, and a method of applying same. Grids may be made of electrically conductive or resistive material and may include elliptical or circular shapes. The shapes are in physical contact with each-other and preferably do not contain straight lines to reduce detection artifacts caused by the coating. Grid element shape, size, orientation, and grid pattern density may be randomized or varied across a sensor window. | 07-22-2010 |
20100180429 | CARBON NANOTUBE HEATER - A method for making a planar heater is provided. A first electrode and a second electrode are connected to a carbon nanotube structure having a plurality of micropores. The carbon nanotube structure is fixed on a surface of a planar supporter. A material is supplied into the carbon nanotube structure to achieve a carbon nanotube composite structure. | 07-22-2010 |
20100186217 | LIGHTWEIGHT AUDIO SYSTEM FOR AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS AND METHOD - A lightweight radio/CD player for vehicular application is virtually “fastenerless” and includes a case and frontal interface formed of polymer based material that is molded to provide details to accept audio devices such as playback mechanisms (if desired) and radio receivers, as well as the circuit boards required for electrical control and display. The case and frontal interface are of composite structure, including an insert molded electrically conductive wire mesh screen that has been pre-formed to contour with the molding operation. The wire mesh provides EMC, RFI, BCI and ESD shielding and grounding of the circuit boards via exposed wire mesh pads and adjacent ground clips. The PCB architecture is bifurcated into a first board carrying common circuit components in a surface mount configuration suitable for high volume production, and a second board carrying application specific circuit components in a wave soldered stick mount configuration. The major components and subassemblies are self-fixturing during the final assembly process, eliminating the need for dedicated tools, fixtures and assembly equipment. The major components and subassemblies self-interconnect by integral guide and connection features effecting “slide lock” and “snap lock” self-interconnection. The radio architecture includes improved push buttons employing 4-bar living hinge linkage and front loaded decorative trim buttons. | 07-29-2010 |
20100192355 | METHODS OF FORMING A FILTERING CAPACITOR FEEDTHROUGH ASSEMBLY - A method of forming a filtering capacitor feedthrough assembly for an implantable active medical device includes inserting a terminal pin into an aperture of a capacitor, the capacitor configured to be electrically grounded to an electrically conductive feedthrough ferrule or housing of the implantable active medical device, then disposing an electrically conductive continuous coil within the aperture between the terminal pin and the capacitor and then fixing the continuous coil to the terminal pin or the capacitor. The continuous coil includes an inner diameter defined by a plurality of coils, the terminal pin extending through the inner diameter of the continuous coil so that the plurality of coils circumferentially surround the terminal pin. The electrically conductive continuous coil mechanically secures and electrically couples the terminal pin to the capacitor. | 08-05-2010 |
20100192356 | HANDHELD COMPUTING DEVICE - A handheld computing device is disclosed. The handheld computing device includes an enclosure having structural walls formed from a ceramic material that is radio-transparent. | 08-05-2010 |
20100199486 | Flow-Fill Spacer Structures for Flat Panel Display Device - A preferred embodiment of the invention is directed to support structures such as spacers used to provide a uniform distance between two layers of a device. In accordance with a preferred embodiment, the spacers may be formed utilizing flow-fill deposition of a wet film in the form of a precursor such as silicon dioxide. Formation of spacers in this manner provides a homogenous amorphous support structure that may be used to provide necessary spacing between layers of a device such as a flat panel display. | 08-12-2010 |
20100223779 | ELECTROWETTING DISPLAY DEVICES AND FABRICATION METHODS THEREOF - Electrowetting display devices and fabrication methods thereof are presented. The electrowetting display device includes a first substrate and a second substrate with a polar fluid layer and a non-polar fluid layer insolvable to each other and interposed between the first and second substrates. A first transparent electrode is disposed on the first substrate. A second electrode is disposed on the second substrate. A dielectric layer is disposed on the second electrode. A hydrophilic partition wall structure is directly disposed on the dielectric layer defining a plurality of pixel regions. A layer of low surface energy material is disposed on the dielectric layer within each of the pixel region. | 09-09-2010 |
20100229371 | TUBULAR STRUCTURE FOR FIXING PARTICULATE MATTER DETECTION DEVICE - A tubular structure for fixing particulate matter detection device | 09-16-2010 |
20100229372 | METHODS FOR MEASURING A SET OF ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS IN A PLASMA - Methods using a probe apparatus configured to measure a set of electrical characteristics in a plasma include providing a chamber wall including at least a set of plasma chamber surfaces configured to be exposed to a plasma, the plasma having a set of electrical characteristics. The method includes installing a collection disk structure configured to be exposed to the plasma, wherein the collection disk structure having at least a body disposed within the chamber wall and a collection disk structure surface that is either coplanar or recessed with at least one of the set of plasma chamber surfaces and providing a conductive path configured to transmit the set of electrical characteristics from the collection disk structure to a set of transducers. The method may includes coupling a thermal grounding element with the conductive path for providing thermal grounding to at least the conductive path and may alternatively or additionally include disposing an insulation barrier configured to substantially electrically separate at least one of the collection disk and the conductive path. | 09-16-2010 |
20100275435 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THERMOELECTRIC CONVERSION ELEMENT - Provided is a method for manufacturing a thermoelectric conversion element. The method includes a metal layer formation step of comprising spreading a metal compound which decomposes upon heating to generate a metal, on a surface of a thermoelectric conversion element main body heated to the decomposition temperature of the metal compound or higher. | 11-04-2010 |
20100281679 | FABRICATING METHOD FOR MULTI-LAYER ELECTRIC PROBE - A method of fabricating a multi-layer electric probe. The method includes forming a first strip layer. The first strip layer has a first conductivity and a first mechanical strength. Then, a second strip layer is solidly adhered to a surface of the first strip layer to form a structural body, wherein the second strip layer has a second conductivity and a second mechanical strength. The combination of the second conductivity and the second mechanical strength with the first conductivity and the first mechanical strength produces the desired capabilities of enduring current and mechanical strength. | 11-11-2010 |
20100287762 | PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING ELECTRONICALLY CONDUCTIVE COMPONENTS - A method of forming a device, such as an electrode array for a cochlear implant. The method comprises a step of forming a predetermined pattern of relatively electrically conductive regions and relatively electrically resistive regions in a sheet of biocompatible electrically conductive material, such as platinum foil. The method can comprise a step of working on the sheet to remove predetermined portions therefrom to form the one or more discrete relatively conducting regions. The step of working on the sheet can comprise embossing the sheet, cutting or slicing the sheet, or using electrical discharge machining (EDM) to remove unwanted portions of the sheet, the EDM equipment having a cutting tool comprising an electrode. | 11-18-2010 |
20100306992 | Ventilator for Rapid Response to Respiratory Disease Conditions - The present specification discloses a ventilator system that can be manufactured quickly with minimal skill requirements and rapidly deployed in response to epidemic respiratory disease conditions. In one embodiment, the ventilator, having a minimal number of controls, is used to give ventilation or mechanical breathing to a patient suffering ARDS. The mechanical ventilation is based on pressure control and has variable pressure, breathing rate, and oxygenation. Preferably, the ventilator is rapidly deployable, easy and intuitive to operate, and capable of sustaining at least 75% of epidemic respiratory distress victims who require assisted ventilation until resuming normal breathing. | 12-09-2010 |
20100306993 | Method and Apparatus for Detethering Mesoscale, Microscale, and Nanoscale Components and Devices - A method and apparatus for fabricating one or more electronic devices from wafer, die or other holder including designing a plurality of electronic devices ( | 12-09-2010 |
20100306994 | MULTI-FLUID COOLING OF AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE - A method of fabricating a multi-fluid cooling system is provided for removing heat from one or more electronic devices. The cooling system includes a multi-fluid manifold structure with at least one first fluid inlet orifice and at least one second fluid inlet orifice for concurrently, separately injecting a first fluid and a second fluid onto a surface to be cooled when the cooling system is employed to cool one or more electronic devices, wherein the first fluid and the second fluid are immiscible, and the first fluid has a lower boiling point temperature than the second fluid. When the cooling system is employed to cool one or more electronic devices and the first fluid boils, evolving first fluid vapor condenses in situ by direct contact with the second fluid of higher boiling point temperature. | 12-09-2010 |
20100319183 | METHOD FOR MAKING MICROSTRUCTURED OBJECTS - Described herein are casting and molding methods useful for making microstructured objects. By including a plurality of microfeatures on the surface of an object, other characteristics may be imparted to the object, such as increased hydrophobicity. Some of the casting and molding methods described herein further allow for manufacture of objects having both microfeatures and macro features, for example microfeatures on or within macro features or selected macro feature regions. | 12-23-2010 |
20100325868 | METHOD FOR MAKING CALIBRATION-ADJUSTED SENSORS - A sensor, and methods of making, for determining the concentration of an analyte, such as glucose, in a biological fluid such as blood or serum, using techniques such as coulometry, amperometry, and potentiometry. The sensor includes a working electrode and a counter electrode, and may include an insertion monitoring trace to determine correct positioning of the sensor in a connector. The sensor is calibration-adjusted, eliminating the need for a user to enter a calibration code or for the meter to read a calibration code. | 12-30-2010 |
20100325869 | NOVEL ASSEMBLY METHODS FOR MEDICAL ELECTRICAL LEADS - A method for making a medical electrical lead electrode assembly includes the steps of: forming an insulative carrier from an insulative material; coupling at least one conductive component to the carrier by inserting a pre-formed tab of the conductive component through the carrier, from a first side thereof to a second side thereof, so that the conductive component is secured to the carrier with the tab extending along a surface of the second side of the carrier and an inward facing surface of an electrode portion of the conductive component being disposed against a surface of the first side of the carrier; coupling an elongate flexible conductor to the tab of the component; and forming an insulative layer over the second side of the carrier, the tab and the conductor electrically coupled to the tab. | 12-30-2010 |
20100325870 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR TRANSPORTING ELECTRONIC MODULES - Electronic modules are transported with respect to equipment for manipulating and testing electronic modules. The transport is formed from a thin support having openings for receiving electronic modules. A locating mechanism associated with the thin support serves to locate the support relative to transport and testing equipment. A mechanism is further provided for holding the received electronic modules within the openings during transport and testing. | 12-30-2010 |
20100325871 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING HARD DISK DRIVE BASE - The base improves manufacturing efficiency and yield and has an advantage in cost. The base includes a panel having a through-hole, a motor holder, having a cylindrical shape that protrudes from a first face of the panel in a thickness direction of the panel, integrally formed on the panel corresponding to the through-hole, the motor holder holds a motor fitted to an inner circumferential surface of the motor holder through adhesives, and the motor holder is provided with at least one depression pressure-formed on the inner circumferential surface thereof, thereby eliminating cutting processing, facilitating accuracy control, suppressing nonconformity such as corrosion because no base material is exposed, requiring no measures against burs and the like, improving production capacity and yield, and resulting in cost advantages, too. | 12-30-2010 |
20110005063 | ARRAY SUBSTRATE, DISPLAY PANEL HAVING THE SAME AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME - In an array substrate, the array substrate includes an insulation member in each pixel area and a color filter layer that surrounds each insulation member. The color filter layer includes color filters having two or more colors that are different from each other, and a color filter is formed in each pixel area. An insulation member is arranged in each pixel area and all the insulation members include the same material. The insulation members are partially removed in each pixel area to form contact holes having the same size. | 01-13-2011 |
20110010924 | Inertial sensor with dual cavity package and method of fabrication - Inertial sensor having a body with first and second cavities on opposite sides thereof, a sensing element in the first cavity, electronic circuitry in the second cavity, electrical conductors interconnecting the sensing element and the circuitry, and leads connected electrically to the circuitry and extending from the body for mounting the sensor and making connections with the circuitry. | 01-20-2011 |
20110030197 | METHOD OF CONSTRUCTING A TUNABLE RF FILTER - A method is disclosed for the fabrication of a tunable radio frequency (RF) power output filter that includes fabricating a core body and then forming a plastically deformable metallic shell over the exterior surface of the core body. | 02-10-2011 |
20110041316 | HANDHELD ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING MULTI-COMPARTMENT SHIELDING CONTAINER AND ASSOCIATED METHODS - A handheld electronic device may include a portable housing and a shielding container within the portable housing. The shielding container may include a shielding frame and a shielding lid carried thereby. A printed circuit board may be within the shielding container. The shielding frame may include a planar base with at least one opening therein, a pair of opposing side walls integrally formed with the base and extending upwardly therefrom, and a pair of opposing end walls integrally formed with the base and extending upwardly therefrom. Also, the shielding frame may include at least one intermediate partition wall integrally formed with the base and extending upwardly therefrom to define a plurality of container compartments. The partition wall may also extend only partway between the opposing side walls to define at least one partition end gap therewith. | 02-24-2011 |
20110056067 | Wi-Fi Access Point Device and System - An access point device and system that offers Wi-Fi access and is easily integratable into its environment is provided. The access point device and system is advantageously well suited for integrating operative aspects of a Wi-Fi access point in a wall using, for example, standard switch and outlet boxes and/or standard wall plates. The access point device and system can advantageously be well suited for incorporating a wiring structure such as, for example, a 110 block or the like, suitable for use in connecting to a wired network. Further, the access point device and system may beneficially permit the integration of complementary connections within the access point including, for example, data, voice, video, CATV or other like connection types. | 03-10-2011 |
20110056068 | Interposer and method for manufacturing the same - The interposer includes a glass substrate | 03-10-2011 |
20110061224 | MODULAR REACTIVE DISTILLATION EMULATION ELEMENTS INTEGRATED WITH INSTRUMENTATION, CONTROL, AND SIMULATION ALGORITHMS - A method for creating laboratory-scale reactive distillation apparatus from provided modular components is described. At least two types of modular distillation column stages are provided. A first type of modular stage comprises two physical interfaces for connection with a respective physical interface of another modular stage. A second type modular stage comprises one such physical interface. At least one type of tray is provided for insertion into the first type of modular stage. A clamping arrangement is provided for joining together two modular stages at their respective physical interfaces for connection to form a joint. The invention provides for at least three modular stages can be joined. At least one sensor or sensor array can be inserted into each modular stage. At least one controllable element can be inserted into each modular stage. The invention provides for study of traditional, advanced, and photochemical types of reactive distillation. | 03-17-2011 |
20110072639 | BATTERY ASSEMBLY FOR USE IN AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE - A battery assembly for use in an electronic device is provided. The battery assembly may include a battery cell (e.g., a rechargeable battery cell), a battery connector for providing power from the battery cell to the electronic device, and a flex circuit electrically coupling the battery cell to the electronic device. The battery connector may be located adjacent the battery cell, and may include one or more alignment mechanisms for ensuring that conductive pads of the battery connector align properly with corresponding conductive elements of the electronic device. The battery cell may be fixed to the electronic device using an adhesive layer (e.g., double sided tape) placed between the cell and the electronic device. A tab may extend beyond the periphery of the battery cell to allow a user to pull or peal the battery cell from the electronic device for replacement or repair. In some embodiments, a tool may be used to grasp the tab. | 03-31-2011 |
20110083318 | QUARTZ GUARD RING CENTERING FEATURES - An electrode assembly and method of centering an outer ring around an electrode assembly in a plasma reaction chamber used in semiconductor substrate processing. The method includes positioning the outer ring around an outer surface of a backing member of the electrode assembly, and inserting at least one centering element between the outer ring and the backing member. The centering element can be a plurality of spring-loaded centering elements received in a cavity on the outer surface of the backing member, the centering elements having a first end adapted to contact the outer ring and a second end adapted to receive a spring. The outer ring surrounds an outer surface of the backing member, such that the plurality of spring-loaded centering elements are positioned between the outer surface of the backing member and an inner surface of the outer ring. | 04-14-2011 |
20110088247 | MOUNTING BRACKET AND METHOD - The present invention is directed to a bracket for mounting housing for accommodating electrical components. The bracket comprises a base member capable of being mounted to a surface. The bracket may also comprise a sidewall extending from the base member and a system for mounting the electrical component housing to the sidewall of the base member, so that when the electrical component housing is connected to the bracket, a space is defined between the base member and the electrical component housing. | 04-21-2011 |
20110094088 | SOLAR CANOPY CONSTRUCTION METHOD - A method of accelerating a solar canopy construction project, including (a) preparing complete architectural and construction plans for a versatile solar canopy support system including (i) at least two substantially horizontally disposed zee channel support beams for supporting at least two zee channels, (ii) and at least two zee channels for supporting at least one solar power array and fixedly attached to the at least two zee channel support beams, each zee channel having a first end disposed at an upper portion of one zee channel support beam and having a second end disposed at an upper portion of another zee channel support beam, each zee channel including a longitudinal axis substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of each zee channel support beam, and (iii) wherein the architectural and construction plans for a versatile solar canopy support system provide are sufficient to cover a plurality of solar canopy project configurations and site conditions; and (b) obtaining approval for the architectural and construction plans for the versatile solar canopy support system from a state agency responsible for approving construction on public school sites, wherein no further state agency approval is required to begin construction of a particular instance of a versatile solar canopy support consistent with the approved versatile solar canopy support system on any public school site within the state in which the state agency resides. | 04-28-2011 |
20110107587 | Method for constructing a lamp for radiating a warning signal - A method for constructing a lamp for radiating a warning signal within a desired polar angular range around a mean polar direction includes the steps of fixing a base body at a mounting location, arranging each of an annular support element having an annular reflector, an inner and an outer annular optical system concentrically around a lamp axis to form an optical arrangement and arranging a plurality of lighting elements on the annular support element in an annular distribution around the lamp axis. The annular reflector, inner annular optical system and outer annular optical system and portions thereof are shaped to reflect and/or direct light radiated by the plurality of lighting elements in such a manner that light emerges from the outer annular optical system in a direction within the desired polar angular range around the mean polar direction. | 05-12-2011 |
20110107588 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING A SPARK PLUG - A process of manufacturing the spark plug that includes a step in which a receiving die having an insertion hole and a taper portion is used, wherein a thread portion of the spark plug is inserted into the insertion hole and a seat portion of the spark plug is brought into contact with the taper portion, and a pressing force is applied to a rear end portion of a metallic shell of the spark plug so as to bend a rear end opening portion of the metallic shell, and to thereby form a crimped portion, whereby an insulator and the metallic shell are fixed together. | 05-12-2011 |
20110113616 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A DISPLAY DEVICE HAVING AN ELECTRICALLY CONNECTED FRONT PLATE AND BACK PLATE - A system and method for manufacturing a display device having an electrically connected front plate and back plate are disclosed. In one embodiment, the method comprises printing conductive raised contours onto a non-conductive back plate, aligning the back plate with a non-conductive front plate such that the raised contours align with conductive routings on the front plate to electrically connect the raised contours and the routings, and sealing the back plate and the front plate. | 05-19-2011 |
20110113617 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING WIRELESS RECEIVER - A method for manufacturing a wireless receiver is disclosed. The method includes the steps of: providing a metallic casing having an accommodating space with both opposite ends thereof and having an front opening and a rear opening in communication with the accommodating space; forming a positioning base having a mounting trough by joining to the accommodating space of the metallic casing, the mounting trough being in communication with the accommodating space and rear opening; providing a receiving module, assembling the receiving module in the accommodating space, the receiving module being fixed by inserting it into the mounting trough via the rear opening; and providing a housing, assembling the housing to the rear opening, the housing sealing the rear opening to block the receiving module from sliding out of the rear opening. Therefore, the whole size of the wireless receiver can be reduced. | 05-19-2011 |
20110126398 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL - To realize a plasma display panel having display performances of high precision and high brightness with low power consumption, after formation of base film ( | 06-02-2011 |
20110131792 | SHADOW MASK ALIGNMENT AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A magnetic handling assembly for thin-film processing of a substrate, a system and method for assembling and disassembling a shadow mask to cover a top of a workpiece for exposure to a processing condition. The assembly may include a magnetic handling carrier and a shadow mask disposed over, and magnetically coupled to, the magnetic handling carrier to cover a top of a workpiece that is to be disposed between the shadow mask and the magnetic handling carrier when exposed to a processing condition. A system includes a first chamber with a first support to hold the shadow mask, a second support to hold a handling carrier, and an alignment system to align the shadow mask a workpiece to be disposed between the carrier and shadow mask. The first and second supports are moveable relative to each other. | 06-09-2011 |
20110131793 | METHOD FOR MOUNTING CURRENT SENSORS - A plurality of current sensors on a support is attached to bracket which is secured in an electric power distribution panel. | 06-09-2011 |
20110138608 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING PRINTING DEVICE - A dither mask is used in a halftone process that is performed by the printer that includes the preceding and following heads. The dither mask includes preceding and following head storage regions. The preceding head storage region is used for a printing portion of the preceding head. The following head storage region is used for a printing portion of the following head. The dither mask is generated by determining, using comprehensive evaluation values, storage elements in which thresholds are to be stored under the condition that dots are permitted to be formed by the preceding and following heads at the same position in the region corresponding the overlapping regions. | 06-16-2011 |
20110138609 | Systems, Circuits, and Methods for an Adaptive Solar Power System - The installation of an adaptive solar power system may comprise determining physical dimensions of a surface. A back sheet comprising an interconnect circuit for coupling a plurality of cell tiles may be configured to match the physical dimension of the surface. Tiled solar cells, comprising a solar cell and encapsulating and glass layers, may be inserted into the solar cell tiles. As such, each solar cell of an inserted tiled solar cell is individually addressable through the use of the interconnect circuit. Moreover, the interconnect circuit is programmable and allows for dynamic interconnect routing between solar cells. | 06-16-2011 |
20110146056 | METHOD AND DEVICE OF MANUFACTURING SPEAKER - The disclosure is related to a method and a device of manufacturing a speaker. First, a roll element is fabricated by a roll-based manufacturing process and by using a material feeder, and the roll element is cut into many sheet elements by using a cutter. An inserting device is used to insert the sheet elements into a temporary storage device, and an extracting device is used to extract the sheet elements from the temporary storage device and place the sheet elements on another roll element fabricated by another roll-based manufacturing process and by using another material feeder. The sheet elements and the other roll element are combined. The roll elements and sheet elements may be vibrating membranes and porous electrodes of a flat speaker. | 06-23-2011 |
20110154647 | Fabrication of notebook computer and its casings - Provided is a notebook computer, which essentially includes a data processing unit, and a display unit pivotally connected with one side of the data processing unit. Display unit has a first casing member, a second casing member, and a third casing member. The first casing member is immovably disposed on the third casing member. The second casing member is separably combined upon the first casing member, which includes a plurality of first through slots, second through slots and many protrusions. The second casing member includes a plurality of first baffles and second baffles. It is featured that the first casing member and second casing member can be easily combined with or separated from each other. No matter whether it's the combination or separation, the second casing member won't be loosed once they are combined. Further combination of the casing members for the notebook computer is also provided in the invention. | 06-30-2011 |
20110154648 | ELECTRONIC SENSING OF BIOLOGICAL AND CHEMICAL AGENTS USING FUNCTIONALIZED NANOSTRUCTURES - This invention provides for an apparatus and a method for detecting the presence of pathogenic agents with sensors containing functionalized nanostructures integrated into circuits on silicon chips. The nanostructures are functionalized with molecular transducers that recognize and bind targeted analytes which are diagnostic of the pathogenic agent of interest. The molecular transducer includes a receptor portion, which binds the analyte, and an anchor portion that attaches to the nanostructure. Upon binding of the analyte, a change in molecular configuration represented by the newly formed receptor-analyte complex creates a force that is transmitted to the nanostructure via the anchor portion of the transducer. The effect of the force transmitted to the nanostructure is to alter its conductivity. The change in conductivity of the nanotube thus represents a signal that indicates the presence of the pathogenic agent of interest. | 06-30-2011 |
20110162194 | Disassembly Apparatus and Disassembly Method of Rotating Electric Machine - A disassembly apparatus of a power generator installed in a nacelle has an I-shaped beam, a pressing plate, anchor bolts, a trolley and a chain block. The I-shaped beam extends horizontally above the frame of the power generator. The pressing plate is disposed on the I-shaped beam. The anchor bolts extend along both sides of the I-shaped beam to pierce the pressing plate and are screwed into threaded holes extending downward of the frame. The trolley is provided movably to roll on the upper surface of the lower flange. The chain block is hung from the trolley. The flange removed from the frame is hung and moved vertically by the chain block, and is moved horizontally by the trolley. | 07-07-2011 |
20110162195 | IRRIGATED TIP CATHETER AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THEREFOR - An irrigated tip electrode design includes a shell generally surrounding a plug which jointly define a chamber that is fed with fluid by a lumen. The fluid is distributed to the outer surface of the tip electrode through fluid passages. The chamber is advantageously isolated from a region of the tip electrode occupied by electrical and/or electromagnetic components in the tip electrode. Lumens occupied by the these components terminate in blind holes that have no communication with the chamber. A method of fabricating includes providing a shell configured from a rod to provide an open interior cavity, sealing and partially filling the cavity with a plug to form a chamber, then forming fluid passages between the cavity and an outer surface of the tip electrode, and providing a lumen through which fluid can enter the chamber and exit therefrom through the fluid passages. | 07-07-2011 |
20110162196 | PROCESS FOR MAKING HIGH ELECTRICAL CONDUCTIVITY ALUMINIUM PLATES - The process can include obtaining a rectangular aluminium panel size; obtaining a cast aluminium ingot having a length and width housing said aluminium panel size; sawing the annealed aluminium ingot along its length and across its width, thereby yielding a plurality of aluminium panels having said aluminium panel size and a given plate thickness; and cutting the plates across the thickness of the aluminium panels. | 07-07-2011 |
20110167615 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DISASSEMBLING DISPLAY DEVICE - In the disassembling method of a display device of the present invention, the display device has a display panel, and metal plate unit having a panel member formed of a chassis member disposed on the back surface of the display panel and a circuit board as an electric circuit member attached to the chassis member through an attaching member. The disassembling method has a mounting step of mounting metal plate unit on stage whose tilt angle can be adjusted by mechanism section and a cutting step of cutting the attaching member in parallel with the surface of stage with saw blade that abuts on the attaching member by the own weight of metal plate unit based on the tilt angle of stage. | 07-14-2011 |
20110167616 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING TACTILE SENSITIVE MATERIAL UTILIZING MICROCOILS - Provided is a material for tactile sensor, which is easy to be formed, and in which the shape, size and orientation of coils dispersed in the medium are sufficiently controlled. The tactile-sensitive material comprises a medium and a plurality of micro coils dispersed in the medium and constituting a LCR resonance circuit, and wherein each of the plurality of micro coils comprises at least one spiral coil portion, and coil axes of the plurality of micro coils are aligned along at least one direction and/or directed in at least one plane. When a tactile stress is applied to the tactile-sensitive material, the C component is varied significantly, which contributes to the improvement in sensitivity of the tactile sensor. Further, by providing a core at the coil center, the sensitivity is more improved. | 07-14-2011 |
20110167617 | METHOD FOR ELECTRICALLY SECURING AN ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY OF AN ELECTRICALLY CONTROLLED LIGHTING SYSTEM OR SYSTEM WITH VARIABLE OPTICAL PROPERTIES AND USE OF THE ELECTRICALLY SECURED SYSTEM - A method of making an electrical power supply of an electrically controllable system having variable optical properties, when fitted near water, electrically safe, the electrically controllable system comprising a carrier substrate that bears an electroactive element placed between first and second electrodes supplied with a periodic voltage U(t) having a given maximum RMS value U | 07-14-2011 |
20110173799 | Multi-Port Chlorine Generator - A chlorine treatment apparatus includes a housing with a cavity containing a chlorine generator for chlorinating a liquid such as water and at least three openings to the cavity. The chlorine generator may be an electrolytic cell. Some embodiments may include one or more plugs for closing the openings. The plugs may be keyed to operate with only certain of the openings. Yet other embodiments may include sensors for monitoring various aspects of the liquid such as temperature, salinity, flow rate, and chlorine concentration. | 07-21-2011 |
20110185563 | COMPOSITE CERAMIC DEVICE FOR MEASURING THE TEMPERATURE OF LIQUIDS - A method of manufacturing a shield assembly for protecting a thermocouple including assembling a first mold including a tubular shield having a cavity for receiving the thermocouple, assembling a second mold having a second tubular shield having a second elongated cavity with an open end, filling the first and second mold cavities with a liquid mix of refractory ceramic material and letting the liquid mix dry and thereafter disassembling the first and second molds to free the first and second tubular shields and curing the refractory ceramic material. | 08-04-2011 |
20110192016 | Energy conversion materials fabricated with boron nitride nanotubes (BNNTs) and BNNT polymer composites - Electroactive actuation characteristics of novel BNNT based materials are described. Several series of BNNT based electroactive materials including BNNT/polyimide composites and BNNT films are prepared. The BNNT based electroactive materials show high piezoelectric coefficients, d | 08-11-2011 |
20110192017 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A CAPACITIVE MEASURING APPARATUS - A method for manufacturing a measuring apparatus for capacitive determining and/or monitoring of at least the fill level of a medium. The measuring apparatus has a probe unit and an electronics unit. During a measurement, the electronics unit supplies the probe unit with an exciter signal and receives from the probe unit a received signal, from which the electronics unit ascertains a capacitance value. The probe unit is coated with an insulation layer, the coated probe unit is connected with the electronics unit and inserted into a container containing a calibration medium, the coated probe unit is covered completely by the calibration medium and an associated received signal is gained, and, with the associated received signal, at least one adjustable component of the electronics unit is set. | 08-11-2011 |
20110197429 | Method of Magnetically Driven Simultaneous Assembly - Magnetically Driven Simultaneous Assembly is a method for the integration of devices onto substrates. It is a non-statistical, fully controllable and deterministic, simultaneous method of assembly with error checking and handling that is capable of scalable, versatile, and high-yield integration. The method employs a combination of magnetic and gravitational forces (as well as a bonding agent) to assemble devices onto substrates. Devices, coated with a layer of a soft magnetic material, are moved from an initial to a final location by the action of an array of electromagnets above a template. Various devices of arbitrary geometries, with different physical properties and functionalities, are positioned simultaneously above specific desired locations and dropped onto a template under the action of gravity by locally weakening the applied magnetic field. Desired locations on the template correspond to sites on a substrate that contain recesses matching the specifics of the devices. When all desired devices are placed on top of the template, a substrate is brought into contact with that template and devices are transferred from the template to the substrate (for example, by pressing or by rolling). Devices are physically secured onto a substrate by a bonding agent (such as a layer of an adhesive or a hard magnetic material) applied inside of the recesses. Sensors monitor the accuracy of the placement of devices on a template and provide continuous, real-time feedback to an external control unit that automates the process of assembly. If devices are not situated properly on a template, then a specified technique is employed to correct such errors before the final process transfers the devices onto a substrate, thus assuring an accurate, 100% yield. | 08-18-2011 |
20110197430 | SPRING ACTUATED CLAMPING MECHANISM - A spring actuated clamping mechanism has a backer plate with an upper surface and a lower surface. A set of apertures is formed along the periphery of the backer plate. The upper surface of the backer plate has at least one backer plate recess, and preferably four recesses, formed therein. A threaded aperture is also formed in the backer plate. A compression plate is also provided. A second set of apertures is formed along the periphery of the compression plate. The lower surface of the compression plate has at least one compression plate recess, and at least one compression plate aperture. At least one compression spring is disposed between the backer plate and the compression plate. A screw tension release mechanism is screwed into the backer plate threaded aperture and inserted through the compression plate aperture. When the release mechanism is loosened, backer plate is forced downwardly, applying a uniform force to all electrical contacts on the printed circuit board or card to which the clamping mechanism is attached. | 08-18-2011 |
20110203103 | METHOD OF INSTALLING A CAPACITOR TO A SERVICE ENTRANCE PANEL TO REDUCE KW CONSUMPTION - A method for installing a power factor correcting circuit to be applied at the electric service panel of a facility is disclosed which is comprised of a series of measurements under controlled load conditions, and a series of installation steps. The method of the invention is comprised of power factor measurements taken under minimum load conditions, single reactive load conditions, and full load conditions. The method of the invention applies to single and poly-phase electrical systems. | 08-25-2011 |
20110203104 | Thermal and Electrical Conductivity Probes and Methods of Making the Same - According to the present disclosure, a system for sensing attributes of tissue in at least one direction is provided. The system includes a thermal conductivity probe having a sensor configured to measure thermal conductivity in the target tissue in at least one direction, and an electrical conductivity probe having a sensor configured to measure electrical conductivity in the target tissue in at least one direction, a power supply operatively coupled to the thermal conductivity probe and being configured to supply power to the thermal conductivity probe, an impedance analyzer operatively coupled to the electrical conductivity probe, and a computer operatively coupled to at least one of the power supply, the multimeter and the impedance analyzer. | 08-25-2011 |
20110214280 | REPROCESSING OF A PHYSIOLOGICAL SENSOR - Because reprocessing or refurbishing of physiological sensors reuses large portions of an existing sensor, the material costs for refurbishing sensors is significantly lower than the material costs for making an entirely new sensor. Typically, existing reprocessors replace only the adhesive portion of an adhesive physiological sensor and reuse the sensing components. However, re-using the sensing components can reduce the reliability of the refurbished sensor and/or reduce the number of sensors eligible for refurbishing due to out-of-specification sensor components. It is therefore desirable to provide a process for refurbishing physiological sensors that replaces the sensing components of the sensor. While sensing components are replaced, generally, sensor cable and/or patient monitor attachments are retained, resulting in cost savings over producing new sensors. | 09-08-2011 |
20110225803 | CONFORMAL SHIELDING EMPLOYING SEGMENT BUILDUP - A meta-module having circuitry for two or more modules is formed on a substrate, which is preferably a laminated substrate. The circuitry for the different modules is initially formed on the single meta-module. Each module will have one or more component areas in which the circuitry is formed. A metallic structure is formed on or in the substrate for each component area to be shielded. A single body, such as an overmold body, is then formed over all of the modules on the meta-module. At least a portion of the metallic structure for each component area to be shielded is then exposed through the body by a cutting, drilling, or like operation. Next, an electromagnetic shield material is applied to the exterior surface of the body of each of the component areas to be shielded and in contact with the exposed portion of the metallic structures. | 09-22-2011 |
20110232077 | UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS HUB AND METHOD OF CONNECTING PERIPHERAL DEVICES TO COMPUTERS - USB hubs and methods of connecting peripheral devices to multi purpose computers wherein the devices or cables thereto are pushed downward into a USB port on the hub resting on a desk or other horizontal surface. Holding the hub with another hand may be unnecessary. Some hubs also have USB ports on a side to which other peripheral devices may be connected while holding the hub with another hand. Some hubs have several USB ports on the side which may be in a horizontal line when viewed in a side view. Some hubs have another port on top for connecting peripheral devices with one hand. Hubs may have a housing with a top, bottom, and at least one straight or curved side and a surface may curve upward from a substantially vertical side. Different embodiments have a power port, indicator lights, feet, or a combination thereof. | 09-29-2011 |
20110239440 | METHODS FOR MAKING A SENSITIVE RESONATING BEAM ACCELEROMETER - A method of making a resonating beam accelerometer (RBA). In an example process, a proof mass device and resonators are created from a quartz material. A direct bond is formed between the proof mass and the resonators by applying a predefined amount of pressure at a predefined temperature for a predefined amount of time. One or more damping plates are created from a quartz material. A direct bond is formed between the damping plates and the proof mass device. The proof mass device is created by applying a predefined amount of pressure at pressure at temperature to two bases, two proof mass portions, and a flexure. The proof mass bases are on opposite sides of the flexure. The proof mass portions are on opposite sides of the flexure. A gap is present between the proof mass bases and the proof mass portions. | 10-06-2011 |
20110247195 | Multimode Signaling on Decoupled Input/Output and Power Channels - A multimode system with at least two end points may include a multimode signaling path that, in some embodiments, is a multimode cable or a multimode board and is pluggably connectable to packages at each end point. Each end point may include a processor die package coupled to a socket. The socket may also receive a connector that couples the cable to the package. Power supply signals and input/output signals may be decoupled at each end point. | 10-13-2011 |
20110252628 | Multi-sectioned arms for portable electronic devices - Multi-sectioned arms are used as a basic mechanism for coupling the display and the base of a portable computer. With this mechanism, one single computer can support all of the following capabilities. The display can move continuously, relative to the back edge of the base, along any combination of up and down, backward and forward, and left and right directions. The display can be tilted up and down as well as sideway for viewing angle adjustment, and also set to portrait and landscape orientations. When the display is in conventional open or close positions, each arm can be folded and parked alongside and parallel to as well as away from the edge of the base. The arms can be detached from the computer. The base and the display can overlay each other in four ways. Finally, mechanical mechanisms for implementations of the arms and connections to the computer including friction joint mechanisms and attachment mechanisms for connecting the arm to the display and the base, are presented. A method of assembling the multi-sectioned arm is presented. | 10-20-2011 |
20110252629 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING CERAMIC BODY - Provided is a method for producing a ceramic body, which is capable of preventing the ingress of moisture into a void between a conductor and the ceramic body more effectively in the ceramic body including the conductor therein. Ingress of a supercritical fluid containing an oxide sol precursor is achieved into a void between an internal electrode layer and a ceramic laminate. After that, the oxide sol is turned into a gel, and subjected to a heat treatment, thereby filling the void between the internal electrode layer and the ceramic laminate with an oxide. | 10-20-2011 |
20110265312 | FILTER MEDIA WITH IMPROVED CONDUCTIVITY - Filter media are provided having improved conductivity to enhance filtration efficiency and/or dissipate static charge, and methods for making the same. In one exemplary embodiment, the filter media can include a filtration substrate, and at least one conductive coating disposed on at least a portion of the filtration substrate. In use, the conductive coating is coupled to an energy source and it is effective to emit ions when energy is delivered thereto to increase the efficiency of the filtration substrate and/or to dissipate or eliminate static charge generated during filtration. | 11-03-2011 |
20110271517 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR FABRICATING LIGHT EMITTING DIODE SIGNBOARD - The present disclosure relates to a method and apparatus for fabricating an LED signboard, through which an LED signboard is fabricated by printing a circuit pattern with a conductive ink. The method includes generating a design, forming a circuit pattern by printing a conductive ink on an insulation matrix based on the design via a printer, and mounting an LED on the circuit pattern. | 11-10-2011 |
20110283521 | Electrically powered steering apparatus - An electrically powered steering apparatus in which at least one torque selected from a steering torque and a motor torque is transmitted from a torque transmission shaft to a rack-and-pinion mechanism to steer steered wheels. The torque transmission shaft has a torque-side shaft provided with a magnetostrictive film of a magnetostrictive sensor for sensing torque; and a pinion shaft provided with a pinion of the rack-and-pinion mechanism. The torque-side shaft and the pinion shaft are separate components which are linked together. | 11-24-2011 |
20110296670 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ELIMINATING OUTGASSING OF SPORTS LIGHTING FIXTURES - An apparatus and method for reducing lumen depreciation caused by other than lamp lumen depreciation. In one aspect, manufacturing and assembly of the fixture uses clean-room light techniques. In another aspect of the invention, materials that have a propensity to outgas are shielded from direct exposure to light energy. Other aspects of the invention include other methodologies to eliminate causes for lumen depreciation. | 12-08-2011 |
20110296671 | Display Modules and Methods of Fixing Flexible Circuit Boards Therein - A method of fixing a flexible circuit board. The method comprises the following steps: providing a flexible circuit board having a locating hole, providing a display module frame having a locating element corresponding to the locating hole, passing the locating element through the locating hole, bonding the flexible circuit board to the frame and deforming the locating element for to fix the flexible circuit board on the frame. | 12-08-2011 |
20110308069 | Method of manufacturing cooling fin and package substrate with cooling fin - A method of manufacturing a cooling fin and package substrate that includes preparing a mold, which has a support base and a resin layer formed on the support base and including on a side thereof a groove, which is configured to form a cooling fin; printing fireable paste containing a carbon component on a side of the mold that has the groove configured to form a cooling fin; removing the support base to leave a cooling object; and firing the cooling object. | 12-22-2011 |
20120011704 | COMPUTING - SYSTEM IDENTIFIER USING SOFTWARE EXTRACTION OF MANUFACTURING VARIABILITY - A system for generating a computing system specific value comprising, a computing system not comprising any specialized hardware to generate a device specific value, a software product tangibly embodied in a machine-readable medium, comprising instructions operable to cause computing system to perform operations comprising: generating a digital value which is substantially dependent on manufacturing variation among like devices of computing system. | 01-19-2012 |
20120011705 | Integrated lancet and bodily fluid sensor - A lancing device integrated with a sensing strip and method of making and using the same are provided. A lance and analyte sensing strip are combined in a single, preferably disposable, device. In a preferred embodiment, a slot is provided in a support member so the lance can be engaged by a lance driver and driven into the skin producing a bodily fluid sample from a wound. The sensing area of the sensing strip is adjacent to the wound location reducing dexterity requirements for patients. | 01-19-2012 |
20120017423 | INTERCONNECT FOR MEMS DEVICE INCLUDING A VISCOELASTIC SEPTUM - Provided is a micro electro mechanical systems (MEMS) device for use with an elongate structure. The MEMS device includes a generally planar substrate, a device wall layer formed upon the substrate, a septum cavity formed in the device wall layer, a channel formed in the device wall layer in fluid communication with the septum cavity, and a septum element disposed in the septum cavity. The septum element is formed of a viscoelastic material. The septum element defines a septum entry surface and a septum exit surface with the septum exit surface being exposed to the channel and disposed between the septum entry surface and the channel. The septum element is without any openings formed through the septum element extending between the septum entry and exit surfaces. Methods of manufacturing and interacting with the MEMS device are also provided. | 01-26-2012 |
20120023736 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR STATOR BAR SHAPE TOOLING - Certain embodiments of the invention may include systems and methods for providing stator bar shape tooling. According to an example embodiment of the invention, a method is provided for shaping an element. The method can include providing at least one constraining surface, wherein the at least one constraining surface is fabricated at least in part by selective laser sintering, and deforming an element with the at least one constraining surface to define at least an external shape of a formed element. | 02-02-2012 |
20120023737 | Methods of Making Z-Shielding - Disclosed are methods of building Z-graded radiation shielding and covers. In one aspect, the method includes: providing a substrate surface having about medium Z-grade; plasma spraying a first metal having higher Z-grade than the substrate surface; and infusing a polymer layer to form a laminate. In another aspect, the method includes electro/electroless plating a first metal having higher Z-grade than the substrate surface. In other aspects, the invention provides methods of improving an existing electronics enclosure to build a Z-graded radiation shield by applying a temperature controller to at least part of the enclosure and affixing at least one layer of a first metal having higher Z-grade than the enclosure. | 02-02-2012 |
20120030930 | PORTABLE COMPUTER UNIFIED TOP CASE - A top case assembly for a portable computer is disclosed. The assembly may include an integral unified (e.g., homogenous) top case formed from a single part. The integral top case provides an enclosure, frame and cosmetic exterior of the portable computer. The integral top case also serves as the primary structure of the portable computer. The assembly may include a variety of subassemblies such as keyboards, touchpads, circuit boards, and drives that are carried by the underside of the integral top case. The integral top case may be formed from aluminum slab that has been machined to form walls, openings, attachment areas and cosmetic areas of the top case. | 02-09-2012 |
20120055012 | MODULARIZATION OF DATA CENTER FUNCTIONS - In one example, a data center may be built in modular components that may be pre-manufactured and separately deployable. Each modular component may provide functionality such as server capacity, cooling capacity, fire protection, resistance to electrical failure. Some components may be added to the data center by connecting them to the center's utility spine, and others may be added by connecting them to other components. The spine itself may be a modular component, so that spine capacity can be expanded or contracted by adding or removing spine modules. The various components may implement functions that are part of standards for various levels of reliability for data centers. Thus, the reliability level that a data center meets may be increased or decreased to fit the circumstances by adding or removing components. | 03-08-2012 |
20120060355 | ACTUATOR MANUFACTURING METHOD - An actuator manufacturing method includes alternately stacking a plurality of dielectric elastomer layers and a plurality of conductive rubber layers along the direction of thickness to form a sheet, and wrapping the sheet formed about a core to form a rolled sheet. When the sheet formed in the step of alternately stacking is wrapped about the core, the sheet is formed by the dielectric elastomer layers and the conductive rubber layers. Therefore, even if the dielectric elastomer layers in the sheet are made to be thin, the thickness of the entire sheet is prevented from being excessively thin. | 03-15-2012 |
20120066893 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING PORTABLE DATA CARRIERS - The invention relates to a method for producing portable data carriers ( | 03-22-2012 |
20120073115 | ASSEMBLY OF AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE - An electronic device is provided. The electronic device may include a plate placed behind a screen formed from a window and a display module to provide the screen with additional stiffness (e.g., to resist dropping events). The window may be maintained in the electronic device by trapping the window between a bezel and the display module. In some embodiments, the window may include a chamfered edge operative to be received by a recessed edge in the bezel. In some embodiments, the input mechanism of the electronic device may be metallic and need to be grounded, but may be surrounded by plastic components or other non-grounding components. The electronic device may include screws operative to pass through a circuit board to reach a frame, which may serve as a ground, where the screws are located in proximity of the button. In some embodiments, the circuit board may include an additional component for grounding the button | 03-29-2012 |
20120073116 | Method for Manufacturing Electrophoretic Display Device - A method for manufacturing an electrophoretic display device includes forming partition walls for defining a plurality of pixel regions on a lower substrate; filling charged particles into the plurality of pixel regions; filling a pixel solvent in the plurality of pixel regions having been filled with the charged particles; and attaching the lower substrate and an upper substrate to each other. | 03-29-2012 |
20120079709 | PRODUCING A DEFORMABLE SYSTEM WITH A VIEW TO DISPLACING AN OBJECT ENCLOSED IN THE LATTER - The invention relates to a method for displacing an object in a solid system involving the following steps: placing the object in a matrix which is solid at a first temperature and capable of softening due to the effect of a temperature increase; if necessary, increasing the temperature until the matrix softens; applying an external action to the object so as to move it inside the matrix; lowering the temperature until the matrix solidifies. | 04-05-2012 |
20120084968 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MANUFACTURING PASSIVE WAVEGUIDE COMPONENTS - Various embodiments are directed toward systems and method for manufacturing low cost passive waveguide components. For example, various embodiments relate to low cost manufacturing of passive waveguide components, including without limitation, waveguide filters, waveguide diplexers, waveguide multiplexers, waveguide bends, waveguide transitions, waveguide spacers, and an antenna adapter. Some embodiments comprise manufacturing a passive waveguide component by creating a non-conductive structure using a low cost fabrication technology, such as injection molding or three-dimensional (3D) printing, and then forming a conductive layer over the non-conductive structure such that the conductive layer creates an electrical feature of the passive waveguide component. | 04-12-2012 |
20120102722 | Analyte Sensors and Methods - A sensor, and methods of making, for determining the concentration of an analyte, such as glucose, in a biological fluid such as blood or serum, using techniques such as coulometry, amperometry, and potentiometry. The sensor includes a working electrode and a counter electrode, and may include an insertion monitoring trace to determine correct positioning of the sensor in a connector. The sensor is calibration-adjusted, eliminating the need for a user to enter a calibration code or for the meter to read a calibration code. | 05-03-2012 |
20120110829 | Lock Retention System and Method - An apparatus and method for securing an electrical meter to a meter socket box. In certain embodiments, the method comprises providing a ring comprising an annular body portion having a split forming first and second ends of the annular body portion, the ring having central axis, and further disposing at least a first flange on the first end of the annular body portion. The method further comprises disposing a retaining member on the first flange, the retaining member having a central axis generally parallel to the central axis of the ring. The retaining member, in some embodiments, comprises a body defining a bore, wherein the radial cross section is continuous in at least a portion of the bore along the central axis of the retaining member. The method further comprises providing a housing wherein at least a portion of the housing comprises a receiver element and further comprises a housing body defining a cavity, wherein the housing body forms an open end in communication with the cavity so as to receiveably capture at least a portion of the first flange and second end of the annular body portion, and wherein a first aperture is formed through the receiver element. Further, the first aperture is coaxially alignable and in communication with the bore of the retainer so as to receive a barrel lock. | 05-10-2012 |
20120110830 | METER PULLER WITH SAFETY SHIELD - A tool for installing and removing an electrical power meter comprising a sleeve member adapted for sliding movement about the meter and having a first end opposite a second end, a plurality of releasable gripping hooks mounted on the first end of the sleeve member for selectively engaging the meter, an attaching hook member extending outwardly from the first end of the sleeve member, and a shield secured to the second end of the sleeve member. | 05-10-2012 |
20120110831 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR REPLACING AN ENERGY CONTAINER SUPPLYING POWER TO A DRIVING ENGINE OF AN AUTOMOBILE - The invention relates to a method for replacing an energy container supplying power to a driving engine of an automobile resting on the ground and including a longitudinal axis, a transverse axis and a vertical axis, the replacement method including a first step of positioning the automobile relative to the ground without any action from the driving engine of the automobile, characterised in that said method includes a step of releasing the linking restraints linking the energy container to the automobile. | 05-10-2012 |
20120117789 | Methods of Making a Cell Stack for an Electrical Purification Apparatus - An electrical purification apparatus and methods of making same are disclosed. The electrical purification apparatus may provide for increases in operation efficiencies, for example, with respect to current efficiencies and membrane utilization. | 05-17-2012 |
20120124819 | ELECTROSTATIC CHUCK ELECTRICAL BALANCING CIRCUIT REPAIR - The present invention includes methods and apparatus for repairing an electrical connection between bipolar electrodes contained within an electrostatic chuck and a conductive mask disposed atop the electrostatic chuck, known as a balancing circuit. Embodiments of the invention are particularly useful after removal of an electrostatic chuck for refurbishment. | 05-24-2012 |
20120144656 | METHOD OF PRODUCING AN IMAGE SENSOR HAVING MULTIPLE OUTPUT CHANNELS - A method for producing an image sensor includes providing a horizontal shift register electrically connected to a pixel array for receiving charge packets from the pixel array. A non-destructive sense node is provided that is connected to an output of the horizontal shift register. A charge directing switch is provided that is electrically connected to the non-destructive sense node. The charge directing switch includes first and second outputs. A charge multiplying horizontal shift register is provided that is electrically connected to the first output of the charge directing switch. A bypass horizontal shift register or an amplifier is provided that is connected to the second output of the charge directing switch. | 06-14-2012 |
20120151747 | PROCESS FOR PRODUCING OF A THERMOELECTRIC GENERATOR APPLICABLE IN AN EXHAUST LINE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE - A method for producing a thermoelectric generator configured to be used in an exhaust system of a motor vehicle. The thermoelectric generator includes a plurality of tubular thermoelectric modules arranged in a housing and including external pipes, internal pipes, p-doped and n-doped thermoelectric elements, and external rings. The thermoelectric modules are separated from one another on a face side by pipe bottoms. The method steps include connecting, by a gas-tight connection, the external pipes with the housing and the pipe bottoms; applying an electrically insulating coating onto inside surface of the external pipes; sliding the internal pipes including the p-doped and n-doped thermoelectric elements, and the external rings into the external pipes; shrinking the external pipes and fitting the external pipes into the internal pipes. | 06-21-2012 |
20120174385 | PACKAGE SUBSTRATE DYNAMIC PRESSURE STRUCTURE - Devices and methods for their formation, including electronic assemblies having a shape memory material structure, are described. In one embodiment, a device includes a package substrate and an electronic component coupled to the package substrate. The device also includes a shape memory material structure coupled to the package substrate. In one aspect of certain embodiments, the shape memory material structure is formed from a material selected to have a martensite to austenite transition temperature in the range of 50-300 degrees Celsius. In another aspect of certain embodiments, the shape memory material structure is positioned to extend around a periphery of the electronic component. Other embodiments are described and claimed. | 07-12-2012 |
20120180306 | Automobile key fob cover and method of assembly thereof - A preferred embodiment of the invention includes a method for replacing the cover of an electronic key fob used for remote keyless access to an automobile that was damaged due to normal wear-and-tear on the cover or from stress placed on the cover of the key fob at the opening where the key chain is attached. The method of the present invention provides a replacement electronic key fob cover of similar or different design and in the original or different color. | 07-19-2012 |
20120186070 | METHOD FOR RETROFITTING A POWER PLANT - A method for retrofitting a power plant includes the steps of: removing the original active part, removing the original non-active part, providing a new active part that is larger than the original active part, and at least partly extends over a zone that was before occupied by the original active part, and at least partly extends over a zone that was before occupied by the original non-active part, and is housed within the foundation. | 07-26-2012 |
20120192406 | GOLD REMOVAL FROM ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS - In some embodiments, a method removes gold plating on an electronic component. The method includes forming a gold and solder mixture on the electronic component via a first incrementally controlled heating procedure; incrementally cooling the electronic component via a first cooling procedure; wicking part or all of the gold and solder mixture from the electronic component to a metallic screen via a second incrementally controlled heating procedure; and incrementally cooling the electronic component via a second cooling procedure. | 08-02-2012 |
20120198687 | INFORMATION HANDLING SYSTEM DISPLAY INTEGRATION SYSTEM AND PROCESS - LCD panel inventory for manufacture of portable information handling systems is managed to support consumer and business information handling systems by adapting LCD panels having a substantially identical construction as the LCD panels are pulled from a common inventory. LCD panels placed in the inventory have a polarizing surface suitable for use with consumer information handling systems and are treated with an anti-glare film when pulled from the inventory for assembly into business information handling systems. | 08-09-2012 |
20120198688 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR COVER GLASS REMOVAL - Improved techniques are disclosed for disassembly of portable electronic devices. A portable electronic device can have a portable device housing having a cover piece. The techniques can apply controlled forces to remove the cover piece from the portable device housing. The controlled forces can include rotational and/or translational forces. The techniques allow for removal of the cover piece with little or no damage to the portable electronic device. For example, the cover piece can pertain to a glass cover member (e.g., cover glass) that forms an outer part of a portable device housing. | 08-09-2012 |
20120210560 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A CONDENSER MICROPHONE - A method for manufacturing a condenser microphone includes forming a diaphragm module using microelectromechanical system (MEMS) techniques. The diaphragm module includes a diaphragm that is deformable by energy of sound waves, and a diaphragm spacer that extends from one side of the diaphragm and controls a tension of the diaphragm. The method further includes providing a backplate with vent holes, aligning the vent holes of the backplate with a central region of the diaphragm, and connecting the backplate to the diaphragm spacer to construct a transducer unit. The diaphragm spacer, the diaphragm and the backplate cooperate to form an air chamber in fluid communication with an environment external to the condenser microphone. The backplate and the diaphragm cooperate to form a condenser. The method further includes enclosing the transducer unit in a housing that includes a shell and a circuit board to form the condenser microphone. | 08-23-2012 |
20120210561 | ELECTRIC INSULATOR - An electric insulator is provided that can be used between an electrified wire of an electric fence and a fence post. The electric insulator generally comprises a body having a lateral aperture. The lateral aperture extends for the entire length of the body and is configured to allow a wire to be laterally inserted into, or removed from, a central channel of the electric insulator. The electric insulator may include one or more fins to assist in securing the electric insulator to a fence post. | 08-23-2012 |
20120240385 | Cylindrical Bi-Planar Gradient Coil for MRI - Cylindrical bi-planar gradient coil assemblies for use in open magnetic resonance imaging, wherein each of the coil assemblies contains in sequential order (i) a circular primary coil set placed flat above a cylindrical planar substrate, (ii) cooling means, (iii) 0th and 2nd order shims, (iv) shield layers, and (v) 1st order shims. In use the gradient coil assemblies are disposed symmetrically to each other about a plane of symmetry parallel to each. | 09-27-2012 |
20120240386 | TOOL COMPENSATION METHOD AND DEVICE - A Method and machine tool for compensating a wear of an electrode that machines a workpiece. The method includes selecting a current pocket from plural pockets of the workpiece; updating a wear compensation to be applied to the electrode for the current pocket based on wear compensation of a previous pocket, where the previous pocket is adjacent to the current pocket; and applying the updated wear compensation to the electrode for machining the current pocket. | 09-27-2012 |
20120240387 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR REPLACING A CONTAINER OF INPUT ENERGY FOR A DRIVE MOTOR OF A MOTOR VEHICLE - A method for replacing a container of input energy for a drive motor of a motor vehicle including at least one iteration of a phase including the following: recognizing the type of container to be deposited; making, if needed, at least one tool suitable for the container type; using the at least one tool to take down the container; depositing the container; and using the at least one tool to mount a new container. The making at least one tool suitable for the container type includes dismantling, on the at least one tool, a first device for activating and deactivating a first mechanism for locking the container onto the motor vehicle and mounting, on the at least one tool, a second device for activating and deactivating a second mechanism for locking the container onto the motor vehicle. | 09-27-2012 |
20120255161 | PLACE STATION FOR A PICK-AND-PLACE MACHINE - A place station for a pick-and-place machine, comprising: a place stage assembly comprising a place stage for supporting a substrate; a covering for providing a clean environment at the substrate, the covering comprising a first opening in a first face of the covering through which a placement operation may be performed to a limited area of the substrate; wherein the place stage and the covering are mounted for relative movement to allow the opening to achieve a selected relative position over the substrate. | 10-11-2012 |
20120260495 | Method for Noise Reduction in Transformers - A method for reducing noise in an electric transformer uses a rigid fastening member during transportation which is uncoupled during its operation, leaving the live part of the transformer coupled to a tank through damper elements reducing vibration transmission from the live part to the tank, reducing the noise emitted by the transformer. | 10-18-2012 |
20120266449 | Plug-In Overhead Light - A plug-in overhead light is shown with an overhead female type, twist lock, electrical plug. The plug-in overhead light has a male type, twist lock, electrical plug. Upon plugging in the overhead light and twisting to lock, additional structural support for the overhead light is provided. Other than just the twist lock, electrical plug, the junction box is anchored to a ceiling joist and supports the overhead light projecting there below. A decorative cover extends over the junction box and may be used to hold the light globe in position. The male type, twist lock, electrical plug has a bulb socket on the end opposite the electrical plug. | 10-25-2012 |
20120266450 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING IN-PLANE SWITCHING MODE LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY - Provided is a method for manufacturing an in-plane switching mode liquid crystal display, which can prevent the problem of bubble generation caused by an Ag dot during the attachment process of a liquid crystal panel and a cover substrate, and improve the yield of an Ag dot process. A method for manufacturing an in-plane switching mode liquid crystal display according to an embodiment of the present invention may comprise: forming a liquid crystal panel by interposing a liquid crystal layer between a color filter substrate and a TFT array substrate; attaching a polarizer, with a protective film attached thereon, on the color filter substrate; forming an Ag dot to be in contact with an edge of the protective film, the color filter substrate, and the TFT array substrate; removing part of the Ag dot by removing the protective film; and attaching a cover substrate on the color filter substrate. | 10-25-2012 |
20120266451 | Temperature sensor and method for its manufacture - A thermal, flow measuring device for determining and/or monitoring the flow of a measured medium through a measuring tube. The thermal, flow measuring device includes: a first pin-shaped shell and at least a second pin-shaped shell; a first resistance thermometer and at least a second resistance thermometer. At least the first resistance thermometer is embodied so as to be heatable, wherein the resistance thermometers, in each case, have a first surface, and at least a second surface, which lies opposite the first surface. The first pin-shaped shell surrounds the first resistance thermometer, and the second pin-shaped shell surrounds the second resistance thermometer. The pin-shaped shells are fillable with a fill material. In each case, at least one spacer is placeable between the pin-shaped shell and the first surface of the resistance thermometer, and the second surface of the resistance thermometer is at least partially covered with fill material. | 10-25-2012 |
20120272510 | MOUNTING SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC COMPONENT MOUNTING METHOD, SUBSTRATE PRODUCTION METHOD, AND PROGRAM - A mounting system including: a storage that stores plural formats for each substrate including divisional information of a mounting apparatus indicating which of plural mounting apparatuses that divisionally mount plural electronic components on a substrate mounts what electronic component on the substrate and information on a deviation amount of an electronic component indicating how much each of the electronic components mounted on the substrate and inspected by an inspection apparatus is deviated from its regular position; and a controller that changes, according to a change of an assignment of mounting, the divisional information in a format corresponding to the substrate for which the assignment has been changed, and controls the mounting apparatus that has mounted the electronic component and has been specified from the mounting apparatuses to mount the electronic component on the substrate after correcting a deviation amount based on the information on a deviation amount. | 11-01-2012 |
20120272511 | COMPONENT MOUNTING APPARATUS AND SUBSTRATE CONVEYANCE METHOD IN COMPONENT MOUNTING APPARATUS - An object of the invention is to provide a component mounting apparatus which includes a plurality of substrate conveying lanes and which efficiently controls the order of carrying in of substrates, thereby capable of improving productivity, and also is to provide a substrate conveyance method in the component mounting apparatus. In a configuration which includes: component supplying units ( | 11-01-2012 |
20120279047 | METHOD OF FABRICATING A COOLED ELECTRONIC SYSTEM - A method of fabricating a liquid-cooled electronic system is provided which includes an electronic assembly having an electronics card and a socket with a latch at one end. The latch facilitates securing of the card within the socket. The method includes providing a liquid-cooled cold rail at the one end of the socket, and a thermal spreader to couple the electronics card to the cold rail. The thermal spreader includes first and second thermal transfer plates coupled to first and second surfaces on opposite sides of the card, and thermally conductive extensions extending from end edges of the plates, which couple the respective transfer plates to the liquid-cooled cold rail. The extensions are disposed to the sides of the latch, and the card is securable within or removable from the socket using the latch without removing the cold rail or the thermal spreader. | 11-08-2012 |
20120279048 | ROBUST CONSUMER ELECTRONIC DEVICE - A method includes providing a molded elastomeric mat having an input protrusion, an output device receiving surface including an output device contact, and a battery receiving indentation including a power supply contact. The method further includes insert molding an output conductive path into the elastomeric mat, the output conductive path electrically coupling a circuit carrier output contact to an output device contact, and insert molding a power supply conductive path into the elastomeric mat, the power supply conductive path electrically coupling a circuit carrier power contact to the power supply contact. The method includes interfacing the elastomeric mat with a circuit carrier, aligning the input protrusion with a circuit carrier input contact, interfacing a display device with the output device receiving surface, electrically connecting the display device with the output device contact, and positioning the elastomeric mat into a housing. | 11-08-2012 |
20120279049 | Dual Power Pin Connector Assembly For A MIG Welding Machine - A dual power pin connector assembly for connecting both a MIG welding gun and a spoolgun to a welding machine. The dual power pin connector is comprised of a busbar portion that electrically and mechanically couples the positive output terminal of the welding machine power supply to a wire drive for the MIG welding gun. The connector is further comprised of an integral quick release assembly/clamping portion that electrically and mechanically connects the positive power supply terminal to a power supply cable for the spoolgun. The clamping portion receives and retains a power pin coupled to one end of the spoolgun power cable in a receptacle that is manually tightened and loosened. | 11-08-2012 |
20120285003 | Heat Conducting Mounting Structure, Method and Radio Base Station Housing Arrangement for Mounting Electronic Modules - Heat conducting mounting structure for mounting of electronic modules, comprising first surface area that is adapted to face a second surface area of the electronic module; cavity means embedded at a distance from the first surface area; said cavity means is adapted to receive a cooling means; attachment means at the first surface area adapted for attaching the electronic module; and wherein the attachment means is adapted for a transfer of the heat energy from the electronic module to the mounting structure. Further a method for mounting the electronic module on the heat conducting mounting comprising the step of adjoining an attachment means with a fixing means and the fixing means with the electronic module to obtain at least one immediate connection pressure area between the first surface area of a wall and the second surface area of the electronic module. Also a radio base station housing arrangement is provided. | 11-15-2012 |
20120297608 | COMPONENT ALIGNING APPARATUS AND ELECTRONIC COMPONENT MANUFACTURING METHOD - A component aligning apparatus includes a component aligning jig, in which electronic components to be aligned have a rectangular parallelepiped shape whose length dimension is L, width dimension is W, and thickness dimension is T, the component aligning jig includes electronic component accommodating recesses opening on a surface, the depth Z of the accommodating recesses is shorter than the length L of the electronic components so that a single electronic component is held in each of the electronic component accommodating recesses while partially projecting upwards from each of the recesses with the WT surface on one side facing up, and letting s be the shortest separation that is larger than the thickness T and is the narrowest distance between opposing inside surfaces of each of the accommodating recesses when each of the accommodating recesses is seen in plan view, W>S>T. | 11-29-2012 |
20120311849 | MANUFACTURING METHOD OF A HEAT CONDUCTIVE DEVICE FOR A LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE - A manufacturing method of heat conductive device for an LED has steps of forming a heat sink and an engagement recess in the heat sink by cold forge, punching a heat-conducting disc to form an LED carrier having a mounting portion and a heat-conducting wall formed around the mounting portion, soldering multiple LEDs on the LED carrier, and heating the heat sink to thermally expand the heat sink and assembling the LED carrier and the heat sink so that the heat-conducting wall is assembled with the engagement recess and further chilling the heat sink to thermally retract and tightly hold the LED carrier. The manufacturing method increases contact area and reduces air gaps between the LED carrier and the heat sink to effectively enhance the heat-conducting efficiency of the LED carrier so that the LEDs are operated at a suitable operating temperature to secure a prolonged life duration. | 12-13-2012 |
20120317791 | FABRICATION OF A HIGH PERFORMANCE NEUTRON DETECTOR WITH NEAR ZERO GAMMA CROSS TALK - A fabrication method is provided for making a high efficiency neutron detector using a scintillator medium coupled with fiber optic light guides. The light guides provide light pulses to photo sensor and thereby to high speed analog to digital conversion and digital electronics that perform digital pulse shape discrimination for near zero gamma cross talk. | 12-20-2012 |
20120324714 | SOLID-STATE IMAGING DEVICE AND CAMERA SYSTEM - A method for manufacturing a solid-state imaging device including the steps of providing a pixel array including pixel circuits arranged in a matrix; and a pixel drive unit configured to drive the pixel array to perform a reset of the pixel array, a signal storage, and an output operation. The pixel drive unit includes a pixel reset control portion to supply a signal for resetting a pixel to the pixel circuits of a plurality of rows. The pixel reset control portion performs a reset control so that a row in which the reset signal is cancelled and a row in which the reset signal is continued always exist in one reset row change operation, and a row in which the reset signal continues to be supplied exists during two or more reset row change operations. | 12-27-2012 |
20130000102 | Protective Telecommunications Enclosure Systems and Methods - Protective containers for electronic equipment, and methods of testing and manufacture thereof, are provided. The cabinets provide a HEMP protection level to electronic equipment housed therein that meets a HEMP protection level according to | 01-03-2013 |
20130014379 | Method of Forming a Secondary for Linear Drive Motor Comprising Sheet of Highly Permeable Magnetic Material Having Synchronized Motor Teeth, Encoder Teeth, and Commutation Tracks Integrally Formed ThereinAANM Trammell; Glenn S.AACI Fort SmithAAST ARAACO USAAGP Trammell; Glenn S. Fort Smith AR USAANM Qiao; RuiAACI Fort SmithAAST ARAACO USAAGP Qiao; Rui Fort Smith AR US - A method for forming a secondary for a motor, for instance a linear drive motor, includes providing a sheet of highly magnetic permeable material with a plurality of slots extending through the sheet spaced along a length of the sheet. The slots define a plurality of teeth in the sheet and enable the sheet to be conformable to a mounting surface when forming the secondary of the motor. The top surface of the sheet has a plurality of pockets formed adjacent the plurality of slots. The pockets extend parallel to the width and are spaced along the length of the sheet. The pockets form a sensor operatively connected to a control of the motor. The sensor may be an encoder, and/or operatively connected to a control for controlling commutation of the motor, and/or setting positional limits, absolute positional information, and/or providing information about the sheet. | 01-17-2013 |
20130014380 | METHOD OF ASSEMBLING AND ADJUSTING A MULTI-BEAM SCANNING OPTICAL APPARATUS AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING A MULTI-BEAM SCANNING OPTICAL APPARATUSAANM Tanimura; KenAACI Osaka-shiAACO JPAAGP Tanimura; Ken Osaka-shi JP - Provided is a method of assembling and adjusting multi-beam scanning optical apparatus including a light source unit having multiple light emitting points, a deflecting unit configured to deflect multiple light beams emitted from the light source unit, and an imaging optical system configured to image the multiple light beams deflected by the deflecting unit on a surface to be scanned, the method including: adjusting incident positions of the multiple light beams in a sub-scanning direction, which are entered into an imaging optical element constituting the imaging optical system to adjust irradiated positions of the multiple light beams on the surface to be scanned; and adjusting the irradiated positions of the multiple light beams on the surface to be scanned in the sub-scanning direction without changing the incident positions. | 01-17-2013 |
20130019459 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SENSOR UNIT - A method for manufacturing a sensor unit includes the steps of: Step 1 is providing a substrate having sensor unit areas. Each sensor unit area is partitioned into two individual circuit areas. A signal emitting device and a signal detecting device are respectively disposed on the two circuit areas. Step 2 is forming a packaging structure to cover the two circuit areas, the signal emitting device, the signal detecting device, and a cutting area between the two circuit areas using a mold. Step 3 is cutting the packaging structure along the cutting area to form a separation cut groove. Step 4 is assembling a separation member onto each sensor unit area. The separation member is disposed on the separation cut groove so that the signal emitting device and the signal detecting device on the same sensor unit area are isolated from each other. | 01-24-2013 |
20130019460 | Personal Energy Memorabilia - In a method for enhancing memorabilia, a store of energy harvested from the body of a person or animal relevant to an item of memorabilia is associated with the item. In representative embodiments, energy storage devices charged with such harvested energy are comprised in or secured with items of memorabilia or items accessory to them, where they may additionally power electronic devices. | 01-24-2013 |
20130019461 | OPTO-ELECTRONIC MODULES AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME AND APPLIANCES AND DEVICES COMPRISING THE SAME - Manufacturing opto-electronic modules ( | 01-24-2013 |
20130025115 | WIRELESS SENSOR UNIT AND A MAINTENANCE METHOD FOR A WIRELESS SENSOR - A wireless sensor unit and a maintenance method. The sensor unit includes a sensor capable of forming a measurement signal, electronics capable of receiving a measurement signal from the sensor and sending the signal wirelessly to a wireless network, and a power supply for providing supply voltage for the sensor and electronics. The unit is divided into two parts, a first part and a second part such that the first part includes the electronics and is may be mounted permanently to a fixed object like a wall, and second part including the power supply and the sensor. The second part is capable to be repeatedly mounted and detached to the first part. | 01-31-2013 |
20130025116 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING ANTI-ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE SHIELDS - A method for manufacturing anti-EMI shields on a computer chassis includes the following steps. An anti-EMI plate and a plate on the computer chassis are separately cut into desired dimensions by a cutting machine. The anti-EMI plate and the plate with are washed with cleaning agent. The anti-EMI plate is glued on an EMI area of the plate. The plate is pre-dried with the anti-EMI plate by a drying machine. The anti-EMI plate is pre-pressed onto the plate by a pressing machine. The anti-EMI plate is pressed onto the plate by the pressing machine. The plate is quick dried with the anti-EMI plate by the drying machine. The plate is stamped into desired shape with the anti-EMI plate by a stamping machine. | 01-31-2013 |
20130055552 | METHODS FOR MANUFACTURING KLYSTRON TRANSMITTERS FOR USE IN WEATHER RADAR SYSTEMS - A Klystron transmitter for use in weather radar systems has a transmitter module for operating with any of various Klystron tubes designed for different frequency ranges, such as a low S-Band range, a high S-Band range, and a C-Band range. Each of the Klystron tubes is designed to have similar operating characteristics, such as output power and operating voltages. In addition, the transmitter module has driver circuitry for driving the Klystron tube of the transmitter, and such driver circuitry is operable over a wide frequency range so that the same driver circuitry can be used for any of the contemplated bands. Accordingly, the same core transmitter circuitry can be used for any of the Klystron tubes allowing a manufacturer to control which of the contemplated bands is implemented by selecting the appropriate Klystron tube and stable local oscillator (STALO) for the desired band. By using the same core design of the transmitter circuitry for all of the Klystron tubes, the overall manufacturing and implementation costs of Klystron transmitters can be significantly reduced. | 03-07-2013 |
20130067725 | Handheld Medical Devices Including Microwave Amplifier Unit At Device Handle - A method of manufacturing a medical device includes the initial steps of providing a handle assembly and providing a microwave-signal-amplifying module. The handle assembly includes a handle body defining a chamber therein. The handle body is configured to support an energy applicator at the distal end thereof. The microwave-signal-amplifying module includes a microwave amplifier unit adapted to amplify a high-frequency input signal to generate a high-frequency output signal. The microwave-signal-amplifying module includes one or more connector portions including one or more electrical connectors adapted to be removeably coupleable to one or more electrical conductors associated with the handle body. The method also includes the step of positioning the microwave-signal-amplifying module into the chamber to bring the one or more electrical connectors of the one or more connector portions into electrical engagement with one or more electrical connectors associated with the handle body. | 03-21-2013 |
20130074319 | METHOD OF MAKING AN ELECTROMECHANICAL PERSONAL CARE DEVICE - A method of making a handheld, electromechanical device useful in mammalian body-care includes the steps of: a) forming a one-piece housing having a single opening defined by a rim; b) assembling a unitary insert; c) inserting the unitary insert through the single opening of the housing; d) removably applying a cover having an exterior surface to close the opening of the one-piece housing; and e) attaching the unitary insert to at least one of the one-piece housing and the removable cover. The rim of the one-piece housing circumscribes a rim area, and the one-piece housing has a projected area that is substantially larger than the rim area. The unitary insert is dimensioned to be insertable through the opening defined by the rim, and it has a frame having disposed thereon electromechanical elements interconnected in an electrical circuit. The cover closes off the opening of the one-piece housing. | 03-28-2013 |
20130074320 | A METHOD OF INCORPORATING AN ELEMENT IN A DATA CARRIER - A method of placing an element onto a data carrier, where there is a placement actuator arranged to be able to secure the element. A transport layer is advanced until the element is located between the placement actuator and the data carrier in a desired position. The actuator is moved towards the data carrier so that it secures the element. The transport layer is then retracted to detach the element from it and then the placement element is moved towards the data carrier to bring the element into contact with the data carrier at the desired position. | 03-28-2013 |
20130081258 | TWO-PHASE, WATER-BASED IMMERSION-COOLING APPARATUS WITH PASSIVE DEIONIZATION - Cooling apparatuses, cooled electronic modules and methods of fabrication are provided for fluid immersion-cooling of an electronic component(s). The method includes, for instance: securing a housing about an electronic component to be cooled, the housing at least partially surrounding and forming a compartment about the electronic component to be cooled; disposing a fluid within the compartment, wherein the electronic component to be cooled is at least partially immersed within the fluid, and wherein the fluid comprises water; and providing a deionizing structure within the compartment, the deionizing structure comprising deionizing material, the deionizing material ensuring deionization of the fluid within the compartment, wherein the deionizing structure is configured to accommodate boiling of the fluid within the compartment. | 04-04-2013 |
20130086797 | METHOD OF ASSEMBLY OF A VIDEO DISPLAY SYSTEM - A method for assembling a display system includes positioning and selectively engaging a plurality of modules together to form a first tier, lifting the first tier, positioning and selectively engaging a plurality of modules together to form a second tier, and attaching the second tier to the first tier. | 04-11-2013 |
20130091693 | THERMAL EXPANSION-ENHANCED HEAT SINK FOR AN ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLY - A heat sink and method of fabrication are provided for removing heat from an electronic component(s). The heat sink includes a heat sink base and frame. The base has a first coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE), and includes a base surface configured to couple to the electronic component to facilitate removal of heat. The frame has a second CTE, and is configured to constrain the base surface in opposing relation to the electronic component, wherein the first CTE is greater than the second CTE. At least one of the heat sink base or frame is configured so that heating of the heat sink base results in a compressive force at the base surface of the heat sink base towards the electronic component that facilitates heat transfer from the electronic component. A thermal interface material is disposed between the base surface and the electronic component. | 04-18-2013 |
20130097851 | Method and Apparatus for Mounting a Power Converter - The present invention provides a power converter mounting system including a flange that cooperates with a power converter and an enclosure. The flange includes a through hole that cooperates with an opening in the enclosure to permit the power converter to extend therethrough. A number of fasteners connect to the flange and overhang a portion of the power converter. The fasteners are configured to be manipulated from a front side of the power converter. An outer perimeter of the flange extends beyond the opening in the enclosure. The flange is secured to the enclosure with a number of fasteners that are also operable from the front side of the power converter. The power converter mounting assembly is configured to secure a power converter to an enclosure so as to satisfy a variety of sealing requirements as well as allowing convenient servicing of the power converter system. | 04-25-2013 |
20130104382 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONVERTING A MIG WELDER INTO A CARBON-ARC CUTTER | 05-02-2013 |
20130104383 | MULTI-RACK ASSEMBLY METHOD WITH SHARED COOLING UNIT | 05-02-2013 |
20130118000 | MODULAR VEHICLE AND ASSOCIATED METHOD OF CONSTRUCTION - A method of constructing a modular vehicle is provided. A modular vehicle includes a chassis and a plurality of docking fixtures carried by the chassis. The docking fixtures may include an electrical power connection, a fluid connection and a data communication connection. The modular vehicle may also include a plurality of modules removably connected to respective ones of the docking fixtures. The plurality of modules may include at least an energy supply module, such as a fuel cell, an energy storage module and a cooling module. At least one module may include an electrical power connection coupled to the electrical power connection of a docking fixture, at least one module may include a fluid connection coupled to the fluid connection of a docking fixture and at least one module may include a data communication connection coupled to the data communication connection of a docking fixture. | 05-16-2013 |
20130125384 | Methods and Systems for Strengthening LCD Modules - Systems and methods for improving strength of thin displays, such as Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) displays, are disclosed. In one embodiment, a display can use an asymmetrical arrangement of layers (e.g., glass layers) where one layer is thicker than another layer. Different scribing techniques can also be used in singulating the different layers. The asymmetrical arrangement and/or scribing techniques can facilitate displays that are not only thin but also adequately strong to limit susceptibility to damage. | 05-23-2013 |
20130125385 | PRODUCTION METHOD OF SCINTILLATOR ARRAY - A method for producing a dual-array-type scintillator array, comprising forming first and second scintillator sticks having cell portions by providing first and second scintillator substrates with pluralities of grooves and cutting them in directions perpendicular to the grooves; arranging and fixing plural sets of the first and second scintillator sticks with the cell portions downward on a support plate via spacers; removing base portions from the first and second scintillator sticks by grinding to form first and second cell arrays comprising the first and second cells each arranged in line; forming an integral resin-cured assembly by filling the grooves and gaps of the first and second cell arrays with a resin for a reflector, curing the resin, and then removing the support plate; and cutting a resin layer between the first and second cell arrays in adjacent sets to divide the resin-cured assembly to sets of the first and second cell arrays. | 05-23-2013 |
20130133178 | Automatic Removing Machine, Automatic Corner Lift-off Apparatus and Method for Polarizer of LCD Panel - An automatic corner lift-off apparatus for a polarizer of a liquid crystal display (LCD) panel is disclosed, which is suitable for use in a process of removing a polarizer during manufacturing of an LCD panel and comprises: a front clip, comprising a long arm and a short arm which intersect with each other to substantially form an “L” shape; a back clip, spaced apart from the front clip and being capable of cooperating with the front clip to perform a clipping action; and at least one sensor disposed on the front clip or the back clip, being configured to sense whether the polarizer has been successfully lifted off. Thereby, the present disclosure allows for fully automatic polarizer removing operations and can reduce work-related injuries and improve the success ratio of and efficiency of removing the polarizer. | 05-30-2013 |
20130139376 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A CONCENTRATED-PHOTOVOLTAIC PANEL - The invention relates to a method for manufacturing a concentrated-photovoltaic panel ( | 06-06-2013 |
20130145610 | COMMISSIONING OF A BUILDING SERVICE SYSTEM - The invention relates to adjusting at least one of installed building service sensors ( | 06-13-2013 |
20130152375 | Magnetic Platinum Catalyst and Method of Making and its Application as an Engine Fuel Enhancer - A magnetic platinum catalyst and its application as an engine fuel enhancer. The method of making the magnetic platinum catalyst includes: the use of neodymium magnetic alloy containing 25-50% of the neutral neodymium (NdFeB) alloys, processed into a diameter of 13 mm, a length 9 mm cylinder, as a catalyst carrier. The surface of the catalyst carrier is treated with antioxidant. A platinum group metal is used as the catalyst rare earth materials to produce a catalyst acid soaking solution. The solution includes 0.01-0.2% platinum and 0.01-0.15% rhodium. The pH of the solution is adjusted to 4 using oxalic acid. After soaking in the solution, draining, and drying, the carrier is placed in a muffle furnace and baked. The catalyst is firmly attached to the surface of the carrier to form a magnetic platinum catalyst having catalyzing ability. Such catalyst is used in connection with engine fuel to enhance its operation. | 06-20-2013 |
20130152376 | Power And Airflow Configuration For Modular Server - A method of allocating resources in a rack system includes establishing a budgeted amount of a resource for a defined amount of rack space in a rack system. Electrical modules are deployed in a particular space in the rack system having the defined amount of rack space such that the amount of the resource used by the electrical modules in the particular rack space is maintained within the budgeted amount of the resource. | 06-20-2013 |
20130152377 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR USE IN A VENDING MACHINE - During operation of a vending machine, a dispensed product moves from a product dispensing location to a product retrieval location. To detect movement of the dispensed product to the dispensing location, the intensity of light at an array of pixels is monitored. The monitored array of pixels forms a portion of a larger group of pixels. A change in the intensity of light at pixels in the array of pixels is detected upon movement of a dispensed product to a product retrieval location. | 06-20-2013 |
20130160282 | ELECTRONIC PARTS MOUNTING APPARATUS AND ELECTRONIC PARTS MOUNTING METHOD - It is an objective to provide an electronic parts mounting apparatus and an electronic parts mounting method for making it possible to mount various types of electronic parts having equivalent electric characteristics on a single substrate. Before a mount head | 06-27-2013 |
20130167360 | MICROMACHINED NEURAL PROBES - A neural probe includes at least one shaft, at least one first electrode disposed on a first side of the at least one shaft, and at least one second electrode disposed on a second side of the at least one shaft. The at least one second electrode is separately addressable from the at least first electrode. | 07-04-2013 |
20130167361 | ELECTRONIC COMPONENT MOUNTING DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC COMPONENT MOUNTING METHOD - When a connected position detecting unit detects that a connected position of a tape reaches a predetermined position in the tape passage, head-feeding of an electronic component provided in a head of the connected new tape is provided. In the head-feeding, a tape feeder feeds the tape such that the electronic component in the head of the new tape is located in a component pickup port. When the connected position detecting unit detects that the connected position of the tape reaches the predetermined position in the tape passage, a mounting head picks up the electronic component from the new tape fed by the head feeding control unit and is mounted on a new board positioned by a board conveying path. | 07-04-2013 |
20130174410 | SYSTEMS FOR ASSEMBLING ELECTRONIC DEVICES WITH INTERNAL MOISTURE-RESISTANT COATINGS - A system for assembling electronic devices includes at least one coating element for applying a moisture-resistant coating to surfaces of a device under assembly, or an electronic device under assembly. As components and one or more moisture-resistant coatings are added to the electronic device under assembly to form a finished electronic device, at least one surface on which the coating resides and, thus, at least a portion of the coating itself, is located internally within the finished electronic device. Methods for assembling electronic devices that include internally confined moisture-resistant coatings are also disclosed. | 07-11-2013 |
20130174411 | DISASSEMBLY METHOD AND DISASSEMBLY DEVICE FOR DISPLAY DEVICE - The present disclosure relates to disassembly of a display device having a panel module in which a panel is joined to a support member by joint member ( | 07-11-2013 |
20130180100 | METHOD OF ACTUATING A WIRELESS SENSOR OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT - A method of actuating a wireless sensor of road construction equipment. A bracket is secured to the road construction equipment that has a magnet and is able to receive a wireless sensor. An actuator is disposed within the housing of the wireless sensor that reacts to the magnetic field created by the magnet such that when the wireless sensor is attached to the bracket the sensor is operable and when detached from the bracket no longer operates. | 07-18-2013 |
20130192055 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING DISPLAY DEVICE - According to the present disclosure, a display device has a casing including a back cabinet, a flat type display panel placed in the casing, backlight device ( | 08-01-2013 |
20130199025 | STABLE THERMOELECTRIC DEVICES - The present invention relates to a thermoelectric device | 08-08-2013 |
20130212867 | MITIGATING ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE USING DUMMY PLUGS - A method of mitigating EMI in an electronic device includes selecting a subset of surface-mount socket connectors on an electronic device to be connected with corresponding working plug connectors and connecting the working plug connectors with the selected subset of socket connectors by inserting the working plug connectors into the selected subset of socket connectors. The method further includes positioning a dummy plug in each of the unselected surface-mount socket connectors, the dummy plug comprising a flexible foam material configured to attenuate electromagnetic radiation by absorption and having a dummy plug profile generally matched to a socket profile of the corresponding socket connector. | 08-22-2013 |
20130219694 | LAMP SOCKET ASSEMBLY TOOL - A lamp socket assembly tool includes an engaging end configured to engage a lamp socket inserted in an opening of a lamp housing, which may be a vehicle lamp housing. The tool includes a driving end operatively connected to the engaging end and configured to receive and transmit an axial and rotating force to the engaging end to assemble or disassembly a socket engaged by the tool relative to the housing. The tool includes a passage for receiving a connector portion of the socket such that the tool is not in contact with a connector interface. The passage may define an aperture through which a connector wire attached to the socket may exit or move freely during rotation of the socket by the tool. The engaging interface may substantially conform to a socket interface defined by a standardized filament lamp, such as an ECE H9 or H11 socket. | 08-29-2013 |
20130219695 | SURFACE MOUNTER FOR MOUNTING LED AND METHOD USING THE SAME - A method for mounting an LED (light emitting diode) on a substrate, includes following steps. Firstly a substrate and an LED are provided. Secondly a surface mounter is provided, which includes a nozzle and a sensor in the nozzle. The nozzle includes a first electrode and a second electrode. Thirdly the nozzle is used to pick up the LED. The LED electrically connects with the first electrode and the second electrode of the nozzle to emit light towards the sensor, and the sensor detects optical characteristics of the light. Fourthly it is decided whether to mount the LED on the substrate or not according to the optical characteristics of the light detected by the sensor. An LED surface mounter which includes a vacuum nozzle and an optical sensor in the vacuum nozzle is also provided. | 08-29-2013 |
20130227834 | COIL SPRING GENSET VIBRATION ISOLATION SYSTEM - An electric power generation device includes a genset with an engine coupled to a generator and an enclosure that includes a base having a plurality of bosses protruding upwardly each a respective predetermined height from a surface of the base. A plurality of coil springs is positioned between an upper surface of each of the bosses and a respective mounting member of the genset. The bosses and the mounting members are positioned such that each respective coil spring is approximately equally loaded by the genset. | 09-05-2013 |
20130227835 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING CONTACT PROBE - A method for manufacturing a contact probe includes: a lithography step of obtaining a resin mold by forming a pattern for the contact probe, a pattern for a tie bar in a shape of a frame therearound, and a pattern for a coupling portion coupling these two patterns, in a resist formed on a conductive substrate, by lithography; an electroforming step of forming a layer made of a metal material on the resin mold by electroforming to form a metal structure in which the contact probe is integral with the tie bar at the coupling portion; a removal step of removing the resin mold and the conductive substrate; a plating step of forming a plating layer on a surface of the metal structure by electroplating after the removal step; and a separation step of separating the contact probe from the metal structure after the plating step. | 09-05-2013 |
20130232770 | METHOD FOR DEPLOYMENT OF A DISPLAY SYSTEM - A method for deployment of a display system includes providing a first collection container for receiving a first display arrangement, and a second collection container for receiving a second display arrangement. The method further includes positioning the first collection container and the second collection container in close proximity to one another. The method further includes selectably engaging the first display arrangement to the second display arrangement and simultaneously deploying the first and second display arrangements. | 09-12-2013 |
20130232771 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR REPLACING THE WATER COOLED LASER IN A MICROPLATE READER - The present invention relates to a method and system for repairing and refurbishing a microplate reader of the Flipr type which has a water cooled argon laser light source. The old laser is removed and replaced with a high power (300 to 500 mW) air cooled solid state laser as a replacement place on its own support and focused and wired to replace the old laser. The new product operates at lower power consumption yet provides accurate measurements. | 09-12-2013 |
20130247361 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING OF AN ELECTRIC ACTUATOR - A method for manufacturing of an electric actuator. The actuator includes an electric actuator arrangement that is sensitive to heat and/or that generates heat. The actuator is put together to form a uniform organ by coupling the electric actuator arrangement with an at least thermally conductive frame part. The actuator arrangement and the frame part are coupled with each other in an integral manner by processing a manufacturing material forming the frame part in connection with the actuator arrangement. | 09-26-2013 |
20130255067 | GARNISH DOUBLE RING FOR SPEAKER SEAL - An adaptive speaker panel is provided. The speaker panel can have a speaker opening and a pair of concentric sealing ribs proximate to the speaker opening, the pair of sealing ribs having a first sealing rib and a second sealing rib spaced inwardly from the first scaling rib. The first and second sealing ribs are arranged such that without modification to the speaker panel, a speaker basket can seal against the first sealing rib if the basket is too large to seal against the second sealing rib, or in the alternative, the speaker basket can seal against the second sealing rib if the basket is too small to seal against the first sealing rib. | 10-03-2013 |
20130263438 | Ergonomic Grip Assemblies and Handles for Ultrasound Transducers - The present invention relates to ultrasound transducers for ultrasonic imaging systems and, in particular, to improved grip assemblies for ultrasound transducers. One grip assembly includes a locking plate defining first and second apertures and a coupling post extending from the locking plate. An interface plate has a first elongate extension being extendable at least partially through the first aperture and a second elongate extension being extendable at least partially through the second aperture. A handle is coupled to the locking plate and includes a grip, a coupling interface, and a neck extending between the grip and the coupling interface. The coupling interface defines a coupling aperture for receiving the coupling post. | 10-10-2013 |
20130283598 | Power Generation System and Method for Assembling the Same - A power generation system is disclosed. The power generation system includes an electrical converting device and a repowered portion connected to the electrical converting device. The repowered portion includes a reciprocating internal combustion engine and a gearbox. The reciprocating internal combustion engine is connected to the gearbox by a first connecting structure. The gearbox is connected to the electrical converting device by a second connecting structure. | 10-31-2013 |
20130291368 | Cooled Part for Expansion Circuit Board Cooling - Disclosed is a method and apparatus for contacting the thermal connectors of expansion circuit boards characterized by having a thermal connector. The apparatus configured to be contacted by the thermal connector of an expansion circuit board when the expansion circuit board is installed and cooled by a combination of cooling means and heat transfer means including heatpipes, fans and heatsinks. | 11-07-2013 |
20130291369 | FLEXIBLE-TO-RIGID TUBING - A flexible-to-rigid tube is flexible when routed and is then rigidized to increase burst strength. According to the preferred embodiments of the present invention, the flexible-to-rigid tube is included in a cooling plate assembly for transferring heat from electronic components mounted on a circuit board. In one embodiment, the flexible-to-rigid tube (while in a flexible state) includes a polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) or other silicone containing pendant or terminal epoxy, vinyl and/or acrylate functional groups and an initiator (e.g., a sulfonium salt photoinitiator, a free radical photoinitiator, or a thermal initiator). In another embodiment, triallyl isocyanurate (TAIL) and an initiator are incorporated into a conventional PVC-based tubing material. The flexible-to-rigid tube changes from the flexible state to a rigid state via formation of a cross-linked network upon exposure to actinic radiation or heat. | 11-07-2013 |
20130305518 | ROTATABLE SUPPORT SYSTEMS FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES AND METHODS THEREOF - Rotatable support system for mounting one or more photovoltaic modules and method thereof. The system includes a stiffener configured to be attached to the one or more photovoltaic modules, a column connected to the stiffener through at least a rotatable component, and a foot connected to the column. The column is configured to rotate from a folded position towards an unfolded position, and stop at the unfolded position separated from the folded position by an angle difference. The angle difference represents the maximum range of rotation for the column. | 11-21-2013 |
20130305519 | Method Of Manufacturing A Probe Comprising A Cantilever With A Conduit - The present invention relates to a method of manufacturing a probe comprising a cantilever with a conduit. According to the invention, an etchant window is provided in a layer covering an elongated sacrificial conduit core that is to form the conduit. This allows for an etching process where the elongated sacrificial conduit core is etched away before all material of a substrate is etched away, the remaining material of the substrate material making the probe stronger without being in the way during use of the probe. | 11-21-2013 |
20130312248 | METHODS FOR PRODUCING IMAGE SENSORS HAVING MULTI- PURPOSE ARCHITECTURES - A charge-coupled device (CCD) image sensor includes multiple vertical charge-coupled device (VCCD) shift registers and independently-controllable gate electrodes disposed over the VCCD shift registers and arranged into physically separate and distinct sections that are non-continuous across the plurality of VCCD shift registers. The CCD image sensor can be configured to operate in two or more operating modes, including a full resolution charge multiplication mode. | 11-28-2013 |
20130318775 | System And Method For Mounting A Handheld Electronic Device - A system for mounting an electronic handheld device includes a case having a mounting structure and a locking structure attached to the ease by aligning a portion of tile locking structure with a portion of the mounting structure and rotating the locking structure or the case. | 12-05-2013 |
20130318776 | CUSTOMIZED HEAD-MOUNTED DISPLAY DEVICE - Customizing frames for augmented reality devices includes receiving a fit profile of a user and selecting a stock frame from a set of different frame sizes. The selected stock frame may be a size that is a closer match to the fit profile than other frame sizes in the set, and the stock frame may be adjusted to create a modified frame that provides a closer match to the fit profile than the stock frame. A see-through display may be coupled to the modified frame. | 12-05-2013 |
20130340244 | PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING A Z-DIRECTED COMPONENT FOR A PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD USING A SACRIFICIAL CONSTRAINING MATERIAL - A method for manufacturing a Z-directed component for insertion into a mounting hole in a printed circuit board according to one example embodiment includes forming the Z-directed component in a cavity formed by a constraining material that defines the outer shape of the Z-directed component. The constraining material is dissipated to release the Z-directed component from the constraining material and the Z-directed component is fired. | 12-26-2013 |
20130340245 | Threaded Joints for Electric Submersible Pumping Systems - A system and methodology facilitate connection between components of an electric submersible pumping system. The technique utilizes at least one connector designed to connect a first component to a second component of an electric submersible pumping system. The connector is designed as a flangeless connector which secures engagement of the two components without relative rotation between the first component and the second component. Additional flangeless connectors may be positioned between other pairs of components to provide the enhanced connection throughout the electric submersible pumping system. | 12-26-2013 |
20140000093 | METHOD OF PRODUCING AN IMAGE SENSOR HAVING MULTIPLE OUTPUT CHANNELS | 01-02-2014 |
20140013580 | APPARATUS, METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR RAPID SERVICE, REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF AN ELECTROLYTIC CELL - An improved electrolytic cell, its method and system configured for simple and rapid troubleshooting, removal and replacement of the cell or a component of the cell during service and maintenance procedures is disclosed. The electrolytic cell ( | 01-16-2014 |
20140026394 | ELECTRO-OPTICAL ASSEMBLY FOR SILICON PHOTONIC CHIP AND ELECTRO-OPTICAL CARRIER - An electro-optical device and method of assembly is disclosed. A first unit of the electro-optical device is positioned with respect to a second unit of the electro-optical device to pre-align an optical communication pathway between the first unit and the second unit. The first unit is positioned with respect to the second unit to pre-align an electrical communication pathway between the first unit and the second unit. The first unit is bonded to the second unit to assemble the electro-optical device to establish optical communication and electrical communication between the first unit and the second unit. | 01-30-2014 |
20140026395 | FLUID-ASSISTED ELECTROSURGICAL DEVICES, AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE THEREOF - A method of producing an electrosurgical device is disclosed. Opposing longitudinal clamshells are formed, and each clamshell includes a face having a generally planar major portion. Longitudinal grooves are formed in a clamshell, and an electrical conductor in a disposed in a groove. The faces are aligned to form an electrical passage including the electrical conductor in the groove and a spaced-apart fluid passage with another groove. The clamshells are welded together to form a shaft member such that the electrical passage and the fluid passage are fluid tight along a major longitudinal portion of the shaft. Electrodes are attached to the distal end of the shaft and are in electrical communication with the electrical conductor. | 01-30-2014 |
20140033511 | RAIL SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF PHOTOVOLTAIC ARRAYS - Rail system and method for a photovoltaic array. The system includes at least one modular rail in a first direction. The modular rail includes a first vehicle support surface along the first direction and a first mounting surface along the first direction. The first vehicle support surface is configured to support at least a first vehicle moving in the first direction, and the first mounting surface is configured to support one or more photovoltaic modules mounted on the first mounting surface. | 02-06-2014 |
20140033512 | SCAVENGERS FOR REDUCING CONTAMINANTS IN LIQUID-FILLED LED BULBS - A liquid-cooled light emitting diode (LED) bulb which includes a base, a shell connected to the base forming an enclosed volume, and a plurality of LEDs attached to the base and disposed within the shell. The LED bulb also includes a volume of thermally-conductive liquid held within the enclosed volume. A scavenger element comprising a scavenger material is attached to the base and is exposed to the thermally-conductive liquid. The scavenger material is configured to capture contaminants in the thermally-conductive liquid. | 02-06-2014 |
20140033513 | ELECTRONIC DEVICE CASE AND METHOD OF USE - The present invention relates to improved protective cases for hand-held electronic devices. More specifically, the present invention relates to cases that protect and modify the functionality of an electronic device. | 02-06-2014 |
20140041205 | Method of manufacturing directional backlight apparatus and directional structured optical film - Disclosed is a manufacturing method for a stepped imaging directional backlight apparatus which may include a structured optical film and a tapered body. The structured optical film may include multiple optical functions and may be assembled by folding onto the tapered body, reducing cost and complexity of manufacture. | 02-13-2014 |
20140047702 | THERMAL EXPANSION-ENHANCED HEAT SINK FOR AN ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLY - A heat sink and method of fabrication are provided for removing heat from an electronic component(s). The heat sink includes a heat sink base and frame. The base has a first coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE), and includes a base surface configured to couple to the electronic component to facilitate removal of heat. The frame has a second CTE, and is configured to constrain the base surface in opposing relation to the electronic component, wherein the first CTE is greater than the second CTE. At least one of the heat sink base or frame is configured so that heating of the heat sink base results in a compressive force at the base surface of the heat sink base towards the electronic component that facilitates heat transfer from the electronic component. A thermal interface material is disposed between the base surface and the electronic component. | 02-20-2014 |
20140068924 | Method for Manufacturing Optoelectronic Module - A method for manufacturing an optoelectronic module is proposed. The method comprises the following steps: providing a top cover with a reflective surface. Then, a light-guiding structure is formed. A mounting device is provided. Next, an optoelectronic device is formed on the mounting device with a first precision. A control chip is formed on the mounting device with a second precision different from the first precision. The top cover combines with the mounting device, wherein the light-guiding structure is between the top cover and the mounting device, and the optoelectronic device faces the reflective surface. | 03-13-2014 |
20140075742 | APPARATUS OF COUPLING SUBSTRATES FOR ELECTROWETTING DISPLAY PANEL AND METHOD OF COUPLING SUBSTRATES FOR ELECTROWETTING DISPLAY USING THE SAME - An apparatus that couples a first substrate and a second substrate of an electrowetting display panel, the apparatus comprising a first chuck provided with a first support surface and a second chuck provided with a second support surface opposite to the first support surface and positioned beneath the first chuck. The second support surface is smaller than the first support surface and is positioned in a plane parallel to a plane that includes the first support surface. | 03-20-2014 |
20140075743 | HANDHELD PORTABLE DEVICE - A portable computing device is disclosed. The portable computing device can take many forms such as a laptop computer, a tablet computer, and so on. The portable computing device can include at least a single piece housing. The single piece housing can be machined from a single billet of material, such as a billet of aluminum. The single piece housing can include ledges with a surface receiving a trim bead and a cover. Corner brackets can be attached to the single piece housing to improve the damage resistance of the housing. | 03-20-2014 |
20140090234 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR MULTI-SCALE ALIGNMENT AND FASTENING - Apparatus and methods for self-alignment and assembly of objects with micron-level and/or nanometer-level alignment accuracy. Mating alignment features spanning multiple length scales are disposed at surfaces of objects to be brought into contact. When the objects are pressed together, the alignment features guide alignment of the objects with respect to each other. The alignment features may provide retaining forces to hold the objects together. Micron-level and nanometer-level alignment accuracies may be achieved over large surface areas. | 04-03-2014 |
20140096370 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR SETTING VEHICLE IGNITION SYSTEM - A device for setting a vehicle ignition current source having a movable mounting plate located on the base of a housing utilizing a gauge which positions relative to the housing. The gauge includes a guide for creating an opening in the base of the housing. A shaft extends into the opening in the base of the housing and contacts the movable mounting plate to fix the position of the same relative to the housing base. | 04-10-2014 |
20140109387 | REMOVABLE TILES FOR ELECTRONIC DISPLAY BACKLIGHTS - Exemplary embodiments include a backlight assembly for an electronic display wherein said backlight assembly is comprised of a plurality of tiles. Each tile has a plurality of lights attached to it, such that when a single light or group of lights fail, the tile may be replaced without having to replace the entire backlight assembly. The lights in the assembly may be any one of the following: light emitting diodes (LED), organic light emitting diodes (OLED), field emitting display (FED), light emitting polymer (LEP), and organic electro-luminescence (OEL). Embodiments also allow tiles to be removed from the rear of the display and dissipate heat from the lights to the rear of the backlight assembly. | 04-24-2014 |
20140109388 | PULLING HEAD WORK STATION AND METHOD - A pulling head work station for attaching the lugs of pulling heads to cables, so that the cables may be pulled simultaneously through a conduit. The pulling head work station includes staggered cable receiving jigs, each jig having two clamps to hold a corresponding cable in place during attachment of a pulling lug. A chop saw to cut the cables and a crimper to secure a pulling lug to each stripped end portion of a cable may be slidably mounted to a work surface of the work station. A wire stripper may be removably attached to the work station. | 04-24-2014 |
20140115873 | MICRO-ELECTRO-MECHANICAL SWITCH BEAM CONSTRUCTION WITH MINIMIZED BEAM DISTORTION AND METHOD FOR CONSTRUCTING - Disclosed is a micro-electro-mechanical switch, including a substrate having a gate connection, a source connection, a drain connection and a switch structure, coupled to the substrate. The switch structure includes a beam member, an anchor and a hinge. The beam member having a length sufficient to overhang both the gate connection and the drain connection. The anchor coupling the switch structure to the substrate, the anchor having a width. The hinge coupling the beam member to the anchor at a respective position along the anchor's length, the hinge to flex in response to a charge differential established between the gate and the beam member. The switch structure having gaps between the substrate and the anchor in regions proximate to the hinges. | 05-01-2014 |
20140130339 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING DISPLAY APPARATUS - A method of manufacturing a display apparatus includes providing a display panel including two substrates facing each other and a display device disposed between the two substrates; providing a touch screen panel attached onto an outer side surface of one of the two substrates; attaching a multilayer protection film including a plurality of films having acid resistance onto the touch screen panel; etching the other of the two substrates; and removing the multilayer protection film. The protection films have penetration holes, each of the protection films having a different average area of the penetration holes in a plan view. | 05-15-2014 |
20140130340 | DIE-POSITIONING DEVICE, DIE-POSITIONING SYSTEM HAVING THE SAME, AND DIE-POSITIONING METHOD OF LED DISPLAY BOARD - A die-positioning device includes a roller body, a plurality of die-suction portions, and at least one gas control device. The roller body includes a plurality of chambers therein, and the chambers are separated from each other. The die-suction portions are located on the surface of the roller body in columns. The die-suction portions for each column correspond to one of the chambers, and each of the die-suction portions has a die suction region and a gas channel that passes through the die suction region. The gas control device is connected to the chambers and disposed on the roller body. The gas control device selectively sucks the air from a specific chamber, such that each of the die-suction portions on the specific chamber sucks an LED die by the corresponding gas channel. | 05-15-2014 |
20140165378 | ELECTRONIC COMPONENT RETAINERS - According to embodiments of the invention, an electronic component assembly may be provided. The electronic component assembly may include an electronic component body. The electronic component assembly may also include one or more elastic members affixed to the electronic component body. The electronic component assembly may also include a catch mechanism affixed to each elastic member adapted to allow insertion of the elastic member and the catch mechanism through a hole of a circuit board in an extended position, and upon release from the extended position, hold the electronic component body in a fixed position by the tension of the elastic member and the catch mechanism grasping an edge of a surface of the circuit board opposite a surface upon which the electronic component body rests. | 06-19-2014 |
20140165379 | Smartphone Case with Battery - A case for a smartphone electronic device protects and extends the battery life of the smartphone. The case has a first case portion and a second case portion, which assemble together to protect the top, side, and bottom edges of the smartphone. The lower case portion includes a battery to extend the battery life of the electronic device. | 06-19-2014 |
20140165380 | METHOD FOR FABRICATING EXHAUST GAS DECONTAMINATION REACTOR - A method for fabricating an exhaust gas decontamination reactor, which is an exhaust gas decontamination pipe or a exhaust gas decontamination honeycombed structure, comprises steps: respectively coating a cathode layer and an anode layer on an outer wall surface and an inner wall surface of a pipe; and forming an enclosed reducing environment inside an internal channel of the pipe. The method for fabricating an exhaust gas decontamination honeycombed structure comprises steps: respectively coating cathode layers and anode layers on first inner wall surfaces of first passages and second inner wall surfaces of second passages; and forming enclosed reducing environments inside the second passages. Then, the cathode layers function as reaction sites to decontaminate exhaust gas. The present invention needn't arrange a reducing-gas system in the reactor and thus can decrease the volume and fabrication cost thereof. | 06-19-2014 |
20140165381 | Method for producing a housing structure at least partially enclosing at least one component and housing structure produced by said method - A method for producing a housing structure at least partially enclosing at least one component, wherein the housing structure is produced with a construction process utilizing at least one of repeated layered deposition and solidification of material, which is interrupted at least once before completion of the housing structure, and during at least one interruption at least one component, which is not produced by the construction process, is joined to or disposed in a partially finished housing structure, and the construction process is then continued after the interruption until the housing is completed, wherein at least one of an actuator and sensor comprising at least partially a transformer material selected as the at least one component to be joined to or disposed in the housing structure. | 06-19-2014 |
20140173883 | METHODS OF MAKING ELECTROMECHANICAL PERSONAL CARE DEVICE - A method of making a handheld, electromechanical device useful in mammalian body-care includes the steps of: a) forming a one-piece housing having a single opening defined by a rim; b) assembling a unitary insert; c) inserting the unitary insert through the single opening of the housing; d) removably applying a cover having an exterior surface to close the opening of the one-piece housing; and e) attaching the unitary insert to at least one of the one-piece housing and the removable cover. The rim of the one-piece housing circumscribes a rim area, and the one-piece housing has a projected area that is substantially larger than the rim area. The unitary insert is dimensioned to be insertable through the opening defined by the rim, and it has a frame having disposed thereon electromechanical elements interconnected in an electrical circuit. The cover closes off the opening of the one-piece housing. | 06-26-2014 |
20140201978 | GRADIENT OPTICS FOR EVEN LIGHT DISTRIBUTION OF LED LIGHT SOURCES - Gradient optics for even light distribution of LED light sources. In an aspect, an apparatus is provided for uniform distribution of light emitted from a light source. The apparatus includes a panel coupled to receive the light emitted from the light source, and gradient optics disposed on the panel, the gradient optics providing a matching transparency gradient that is aligned with the light source to evenly distribute the emitted light. In another aspect, an apparatus includes means for receiving the light emitted from the light source, and means for providing a matching transparency gradient that is aligned with the light source to evenly distribute the emitted light. | 07-24-2014 |
20140230232 | Method and Device for Installing Multiple Fiber Optic Cables in Coiled Tubing - A method for installing multiple fiber optic cables in coiled tubing in oil and gas operations. | 08-21-2014 |
20140230233 | Method for Installing Multiple Sensors in Coiled Tubing - A method for installing multiple fiber optic cables in coiled tubing in oil and gas operations. | 08-21-2014 |
20140230234 | ELECTROHYDRODYNAMIC AIRFLOW ACROSS A HEAT SINK USING A NON-PLANAR ION EMITTER ARRAY - A method of cooling a heat generating device includes positioning a base of an electronically conductive heat sink in thermal communication with a heat generating device, wherein the heat sink includes a plurality of fins extending in a longitudinal direction from a first end to a second end, and coupling the heat sink to ground. The method further includes emitting ions from a plurality of ion emitter elements disposed in a non-planar pattern along the first ends of the plurality of fins, wherein at least three ion emitter elements are equidistant from the first end of the nearest fin and are positioned in an arc having an axis that extends along the first end of the nearest fin. | 08-21-2014 |
20140237805 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING MOUNTING MEMBER AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING ELECTRONIC COMPONENT - The method of the invention includes: placing a base member and a frame member having a thermal expansion coefficient different from a thermal expansion coefficient of the base member in a state in which the base member is stacked with the frame member and a thermosetting adhesive agent is interposed between the base member and the frame member; adhering the base member and the frame member by heating the base member, the frame member, and the adhesive agent from the state to a temperature equal to or higher than a curing temperature of the adhesive agent; and cooling the base member and the frame member from the curing temperature. The frame member in the state is warped so that a flatness error of the frame member after having been cooled becomes smaller than that in a case where the frame member is flat in the state. | 08-28-2014 |
20140237806 | CONTACT ASSEMBLY FOR IMPLANTABLE PULSE GENERATOR AND METHOD OF USE - A method of assembling a contact assembly for installation in a medical device, and more specifically, a header contact assembly for installation in an implantable medical device for achieving electrical contact with an in-line IPG lead for implanted electrodes, the assembly utilizing a contact structure such as a “toroidal spring in groove” device. | 08-28-2014 |
20140250678 | SUBSTRATE TRANSPORT APPARATUS, ELECTRONIC DEVICE MANUFACTURING SYSTEM, AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE MANUFACTURING METHOD - A substrate transport apparatus comprises a substrate holder capable of holding a substrate, a link unit which extends/retracts the substrate holder, a driving unit which generates a driving force to operate the link unit, a guide bar provided to one of the substrate holder and the link unit; and a support unit which is provided to the other of the substrate holder and the link unit, and slidably supports the guide bar when the substrate holder moves by the operation of the link unit. | 09-11-2014 |
20140259633 | PRINTED CRYSTALLINE MICROELECTRONIC DEVICES - A method, system and apparatus, the method including positioning a microelectronic device on a carrier substrate; coupling the microelectronic device to a roller assembly; and rotating the roller assembly to transport the microelectronic device from the carrier substrate to a receiving substrate. The system including a carrier substrate configured to support a microelectronic device; a roller assembly configured to receive and transport the microelectronic device; and a receiving substrate dimensioned to receive the microelectronic device from the roller assembly. An apparatus for parallel assembly of microelectronic devices on a module including a laterally translatable carrier substrate configured to move a plurality of microelectronic devices in a first direction; a rotatable cylindrical body having a plurality of device openings dimensioned to receive the microelectronic devices; and a laterally translatable receiving substrate configured to move in a second direction. | 09-18-2014 |
20140259634 | SIGN CONSTRUCTION WITH SECTIONAL SIGN ASSEMBLIES AND INSTALLATION KIT AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A modification kit for converting an existing signage mounting structure to an electronic sign generally includes a plurality of display modules; a plurality of sign sections each having a front-facing portion and a rear-facing portion, the front facing portion defining a two dimensional array of bays arranged in a plurality of rows along a vertical direction and a plurality of columns along a horizontal direction, each bay configured to receive one of the display modules, the rear-facing portion for mounting to a surface of the existing signage mounting structure; and a plurality of power routing systems, each power routing system having a power input for coupling to a power source and a plurality of power extensions, each power extension for coupling the power source to one of the plurality of display modules. The modification kit when installed provides the electronic sign. | 09-18-2014 |
20140283369 | GYROSCOPE SENSORS - A method of forming a structure for a gyroscope sensor includes forming a first dielectric over a substrate and a material layer over the first dielectric layer. A first portion of the material layer is removed to form a recess and a second portion of the material layer is removed to define a first channel between a gyro disk and a frame. A second channel is formed in the substrate corresponding to the first channel, and a portion of the first dielectric is removed to form a second dielectric between the gyro disk and the substrate. | 09-25-2014 |
20140290038 | METHOD FOR IMPLEMENTING PROMPT DOSE MITIGATING CAPACITOR - A method for implementing a prompt dose mitigating capacitor is disclosed. Initially, a flip chip is provided with multiple capacitors. The flip chip is then placed on top of a substrate having multiple electronic devices connected to a set of power rails. The terminals of the capacitors within the flip chip are subsequently connected to the power rails within the substrate in order to regulate voltages appeared on the power rails during a radiation pulse. | 10-02-2014 |
20140290039 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING GAS SENSOR - Among first and second swaged sections, the second swaged section begins to be swaged prior to the first swaged section. Hence, a strong force can be prevented from acting on a rubber plug in a free state at a time and the first swaged section can begin to be swaged in such a state that a portion of the rubber plug that corresponds to the second swaged section is aligned as compared to the case where the first and second swaged sections begin to be simultaneously swaged. This prevents the position of the rubber plug from being significantly varied during swaging and also prevents the rubber plug from protruding from an outer tube. | 10-02-2014 |
20140290040 | ELECTRICAL LIGHTING AND HEATING MODULES, ASSEMBLIES AND SCENT WARMERS COMPRISING SUCH MODULES, AND RELATED METHODS - Modular assemblies for use with a scent warmer configured to heat a scented material and emit light comprise a lighting module and a heating module. The lighting module comprises at least one electrical light source. A male electrical connector is in electrical communication with and disposed on a first side of the at least one electrical light source. A female electrical connector is disposed on another side of the at least one electrical light source and in electrical communication with the male electrical connector. The heating module comprises a male electrical connector threadedly engaged and in electrical communication with the female electrical connector of the lighting module. A heating element is located at an end of the heating module opposing the male electrical connector and in electrical communication with the male electrical connector. | 10-02-2014 |
20140290041 | SUBSTRATE CARTRIDGE, SUBSTRATE PROCESSING APPARATUS, SUBSTRATE PROCESSING SYSTEM, CONTROL APPARATUS, AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING DISPLAY ELEMENT - In order to provide a substrate cartridge, a substrate processing apparatus, a substrate processing system, a control apparatus, and a method of manufacturing a display element capable of preventing foreign objects from being attached to the substrate, there is provided a substrate cartridge including: a cartridge mainframe that has an opening which a substrate is carried in/out and accommodates the substrate through the opening; a mount portion that is provided in the cartridge mainframe and is detachably connected to an external connecting portion; and a blocking unit that blocks the opening depending on a connection state between the mount portion and an external connecting portion. | 10-02-2014 |
20140290042 | Electronics Substrate with Enhanced Direct Bonded Metal - A substrate for electronic components is formed by bonding a cooling metal layer to one side of a ceramic tile and bonding an electronic metal layer to the other side of the electronic tile. The substrate is secured to a machining base and the cooling metal layer surface is enhanced through an MDT process. In the process, fins are sliced into the cooling metal layer with a tool to a depth of less than the cooling metal layer thickness. The slicing forces material upward without removing material from the cooling metal layer, forming fins that extend beyond the original thickness of the cooling metal layer. The fins can be cross-sliced at an angle to form pins. | 10-02-2014 |
20140298642 | VEHICULAR CAMERA AND LENS ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SAME - A method of assembling a vehicular camera includes providing a lens assembly having a base portion, a lens barrel and a plurality of optical elements in the lens barrel, and providing a circuit element having a circuit board and an imaging array. An adhesive bead is dispensed at the base portion and/or circuit element. The circuit element is placed at the base portion with the adhesive bead therebetween and the optical elements are aligned with the imaging array via a six axis robotic device when the circuit element is at the base portion and in contact with the adhesive bead. The adhesive bead is cured to a first cure level via exposure of the adhesive bead to ultraviolet light. The assembly is moved to a second curing stage and the adhesive bead is cured to a second cure level via heating the adhesive bead. | 10-09-2014 |
20140304975 | SPLIT BEZEL HINGE IN A DOUBLE DENSE BLADE SERVER - A method comprises engaging hinge members on a first housing portion with hinge members on a second housing portion so that the first and second housing portions are pivotally engaged in an open position. The first housing portion includes a first cover securing a first server and a first bezel portion secured along a proximal end of the first housing portion, and the second housing portion includes a second cover securing a second server and a second bezel portion secured along a proximal end of the first housing portion. The method further comprises pivoting the first housing portion relative to the second housing portion about a pivot axis of the hinge members until the first and second housing portions are in a closed position forming a common housing with the first server facing the second server. The first and second housing portions are then latched in the closed position. | 10-16-2014 |
20140304976 | System and Method for Retrofitting Existing Manual Price Signs - A system and method for retrofitting manual price signs at or for highway service stations like gas stations. The present invention includes electronic LED price digits that can be replacement-inserted into slots in existing signs. In a first embodiment, digits are installed on existing sign rails after removing manual digits. In a second embodiment, digits can be installed directly inside the sign. | 10-16-2014 |
20140310947 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING A CORONA IGNITION DEVICE - The invention relates to a method for producing a corona ignition device, in which a center electrode is plugged into an insulator and is connected to a coil, the coil is arranged in a housing tube, a mount for the insulator is fastened to a front end of the housing tube, and a plug connector is fastened to a rear end of the housing tube, and the housing tube is filled with insulating gas. In accordance with this disclosure, the insulating gas is introduced into the housing tube through a bore which is later sealed by welding. In one embodiment, a peg is plugged into the bore to facilitate sealing. In another embodiment, the bore is drilled into the plug connector. | 10-23-2014 |
20140310948 | AUTONOMOUS LUMINAIRE ASSEMBLY AND VENDING SYSTEM AND ASSOCIATED METHODS - A system for assembling a luminaire comprising a housing, a computer-controlled manipulation device, and a parts repository defined within the housing and configured to carry a plurality of light modules, a plurality of luminaire housings of various luminaire housing types, and a plurality of optics of various optic types. The system further comprises a programming device configured to program a light module of the plurality of light modules to emit light having lighting characteristics. Each of the light modules are configured to be removably couplable to the computer-controlled manipulation device. The luminaire housings each comprise a locking tab configured to permit the respective light modules to engage therewith, thereby enabling attachment of the respective light modules to the respective luminaire housings. Each of the optics comprise a locking tab configured to permit a respective luminaire housing to engage therewith, enabling attachment of the respective luminaire housing to the respective optic. | 10-23-2014 |
20140317907 | MANUFACTURING METHOD OF PACKAGE STRUCTURE - A manufacturing method of a package structure is provided. A substrate having an upper surface and a lower surface opposite to each other and an opening communicating the surfaces is provided. An electronic device is configured in the opening. An adhesive layer and a patterned metal layer located on the adhesive layer are laminated on the lower surface and expose a bottom surface of the electronic device. A heat-dissipating column is formed on the bottom surface exposed by the adhesive layer and the patterned metal layer and connects the patterned metal layer and the bottom surface. A first and a second laminated structures are laminated on the upper surface of the substrate and the patterned metal layer, respectively. The first laminated structure covers the upper surface of the substrate and a top surface of the electronic device. The second laminated structure covers the heat-dissipating column and the patterned metal layer. | 10-30-2014 |
20140325828 | METHOD OF MAKING A WELL-LOGGING RADIATION DETECTOR - A method for making a well-logging tool for positioning in a wellbore of a geologic formation includes forming a radiation detector by securing a scintillator window and a scintillator housing together and joining together opposing ends of a photomultiplier housing and a scintillator housing. The method further includes securing the scintillator window to the scintillator housing with a brazed joint. The radiation detector is positioned within a well-logging housing. | 11-06-2014 |
20140352135 | CIRCUIT BOARD STRUCTURE WITH EMBEDDED FINE-PITCH WIRES AND FABRICATION METHOD THEREOF - A formation method of circuit board structure is disclosed. The formation method comprises: forming an intermediate substrate having interconnections therein and circuit patterns on both upper and lower surfaces, wherein the interconnections electrically connect the upper and lower circuit patterns; forming an upper dielectric layer overlying the upper circuit patterns, wherein the upper dielectric layer has a plurality of trenches therein; forming conductive wires in the trenches using e-less plating; and forming at least one protective layer overlying the conductive wires using a surface finishing process. The circuit board structure features formation of embedded conductive wires in the dielectric layer so that a short circuit can be avoid. | 12-04-2014 |
20140373338 | DUAL SCREEN FOLDING DISPLAY HINGE - Dual screen display devices are disclosed. The device is able to be a mechanical hinge capable of joining multiple screens to form a single display or a substantially continuous display. The device is also capable of splitting a jointed display into separated screens. In some embodiments, the device comprises detaining mechanisms allowing the device to instantly interchange among several pre-defined angles or positions. | 12-25-2014 |
20150020374 | Automatic Assembling System and Method - An automatic assembling system, comprising: a robot performing an operation of inserting a first member into a second member; a force sensor for detecting an insertion force exerted on the first member by the robot; and a controller for controlling the insertion force with a closed-loop feedback control according to a difference between the insertion force detected by the force sensor and a predetermined insertion force, so that the insertion force is less than the predetermined insertion force to protect the first member and/or the second member from damage due to an overlarge insertion force. The present invention also is directed to a method for automatically assembling a product. | 01-22-2015 |
20150040378 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING LASER SCANNERS - A method for manufacturing laser scanners is provided. Laser scanners are configured to drive their light-deflecting assemblies at a fixed drive frequency. By selecting for inclusion in the laser scanners only those light-deflecting assemblies that have resonant oscillation frequencies falling within a specified range, operation of the laser scanners remains within engineering tolerances even through extreme environmental changes. Moreover, the method results in laser scanner having greater unit-to-unit consistency during operation even in extreme environments. | 02-12-2015 |
20150059160 | Electric display apparatus with a lighting system - The electric display apparatus with a lighting system, comprising: an electric display column, a support frame, a display shelf, some lamps, some plastic strips and coppers. The electric display column includes some grooves and grids. The plastic strips are installed in the grooves; the coppers are installed in the plastic strips, and they are connected to the power supply. The multiple rectangular hanging holes distributing along the longitudinal direction of the grids; the hanging arms are installed on both ends of the support frame. The middle part of the hanging arm is installed with the guide groove, which bottom installed the positioning bolt. The insulating plastic material movable plug is fixed in the hanging arms, the interior of the movable plug inlaid with the electric copper, which is installed in the guide groove of the hanging arm. The display shelf is fixed to the support frame by the screw connection. | 03-05-2015 |
20150068024 | INTERCONNECTING STRUCTURE FOR ELECTRICALLY CONNECTING A FIRST ELECTRONIC DEVICE WITH A SECOND ELECTRONIC DEVICE - An interconnecting structure for electrically connecting a first electronic device with a second electronic device is provided. The first electronic device has two first bond-pads, and the second electronic device has two second bond-pads electrically connected to the two first bond-pads respectively. The interconnecting structure includes a signal transmission structure electrically connected to the two first bond-pads and the two second bond-pads; and a ground device disposed between the first electronic device and the second electronic device so that the first electronic device and the second electronic device have a same ground potential. | 03-12-2015 |
20150068025 | IGNITER ASSEMBLY INCLUDING ARCING REDUCTION FEATURES - A corona igniter ( | 03-12-2015 |
20150074984 | Methods for Manufacturing Klystron Transmitters for Use in Weather Radar Systems - A Klystron transmitter for use in weather radar systems has a transmitter module for operating with any of various Klystron tubes designed for different frequency ranges, such as a low S-Band range, a high S-Band range, and a C-Band range. Each of the Klystron tubes is designed to have similar operating characteristics, such as output power and operating voltages. In addition, the transmitter module has driver circuitry for driving the Klystron tube of the transmitter, and such driver circuitry is operable over a wide frequency range so that the same driver circuitry can be used for any of the contemplated bands. Accordingly, the same core transmitter circuitry can be used for any of the Klystron tubes allowing a manufacturer to control which of the contemplated bands is implemented by selecting the appropriate Klystron tube and stable local oscillator (STALO) for the desired band. By using the same core design of the transmitter circuitry for all of the Klystron tubes, the overall manufacturing and implementation costs of Klystron transmitters can be significantly reduced. | 03-19-2015 |
20150082615 | METHOD OF MOUNTING PRESSURE PORTS IN THE SKIN OF AN AIRCRAFT - A method of mounting at least one pressure port in a skin of an aircraft, where the port is made with a hollow tube implanted in the skin, optimizes conditions whereby each of the tubes is made flush with the skin so that static or dynamic pressure measurements are accurate and reliable. The method includes a step of leveling each of the tubes and a step of painting the skin. To achieve satisfactory leveling conditions for the tubes on each occasion, the leveling step is independent of the layer of paint deposited on the skin. | 03-26-2015 |
20150107088 | COMPONENT MOUNTING SYSTEM AND COMPONENT MOUNTING METHOD - A component mounting system includes a component mounting line including series-connected component mounting machines. In the component mounting system, workers execute jobs for equipment operation of the component mounting line. The component mounting system includes: a skill level storage unit which stores worker data in which a worker ID for identifying each of the workers is associated with a skill level of the corresponding worker for execution of each of the jobs; a history data storage unit which stores execution results of the jobs executed by the workers as job history data for each of the workers; and a worker data update unit which updates the skill level of each of the workers in the worker data based on a result of determination extracted from the job history data. | 04-23-2015 |
20150107089 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE - A method of manufacturing an implantable medical device having reduced MRI image distortion, includes producing an implantable medical device. The implantable medical device has a configuration that comprises a housing and one or more internal components disposed within the housing. The configuration is based upon a design process that includes creating a first prototype, determining the aggregate relative magnetic permeability of the first prototype, and modifying the design of the first prototype by at least one of (a) selecting and adding a diamagnetic shimming material to the first prototype or (b) repositioning one or more internal components of the first prototype. Modifying the design results in a modified design that is the configuration for the implantable medical device. | 04-23-2015 |
20150113794 | Chassis Design and Component Layout for a Mini-ITX Format Computer - Chassis design and component layout for a mini-ITX format computer are disclosed herein. The essential practice of the design and layout described herein allows for expansion cards and normal size Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) cards in a slim mini-ITX format case. This is achieved through component layout and a special extension cable for the expansion slot on mini-ITX motherboards. | 04-30-2015 |
20150121683 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MANUFACTURING AN OPTICAL COMMUNICATION DEVICE - In one embodiment, a method of manufacturing an optical communication device is disclosed. An optical sub-assembly and optical platform can form the optical communication device. Pre-defined break lines are placed on a carrier wafer. The wafer can accommodate a modulator sub-mount and a laser sub-mount. A tooling process is used to place the modulator sub-mount on an optical platform and the laser sub-mount adjacent to a thermo-electrical cooler. The laser sub-mount can be hermetically enclosed and aligned to communicate with the modulator sub-mount. | 05-07-2015 |
20150121684 | Self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) electronics system - A self contained breathing apparatus electronics system that provides a method for maximizing battery life, estimating remaining battery life and condition, insuring reliable communications between modules, maintaining reliable real-time clock (RTC), minimizing piezo interference, minimizing effects of RFI and EMI on pressure measurement, retaining consistency in the motion detection circuitry due to sensitivity to temperature changes, and providing a thermal imaging camera in cooperation with either a HUD or POD mounted inside a SCBA facemask. | 05-07-2015 |
20150135516 | ACTIVE FIXATION LEADS AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLY - An active fixation lead may have a lead body formed at least in part from an inner member and an outer sheath. The inner member may include a pace/sense lumen and one or more cable lumens. The inner member may include one or more longitudinally extending crumple zones that are configured to reduce stress within the pace/sense lumen that could otherwise be caused by compressive forces applied to the lead. | 05-21-2015 |
20150143687 | Electrical Fitting and Safety Cover - A safety cover for a socket or switch has a frame arranged to extend on three sides of a rectangular faceplate of the socket or switch and a cover panel hinged to the frame for pivotal movement towards and away from a position in which the cover panel conceals the faceplate. The frame is of U-shape and defines an opening in which the faceplate is received. The frame has inwardly directed lips contiguous with a rear face of the frame that locate behind the faceplate on opposite sides of the opening clear of the fixing screws used to secure the faceplate to a mounting box. The safety cover can be fitted by partially releasing the screws and sliding the lips under the faceplate as the frame is positioned around the faceplate and then tightening the screws to secure the faceplate and hold the frame in place by securing the lips under the faceplate. | 05-28-2015 |
20150300848 | SUBSEA SENSOR ASSEMBLIES - Sensor assemblies and methods of assembling and using the sensor assemblies are provided for monitoring operational characteristics of subsea rotating devices such as subsea motors and pumps. Pressure-compensated proximity sensor tip assemblies configured to withstand subsea pressures are mounted adjacent a subsea rotating shaft for directly monitoring a position of the rotating shaft during dynamic operation thereof. An end of a sensor housing opposite a sensor tip assembly is mounted to a wall of the device housing. The sensor housing defines a fluid reservoir containing a substantially incompressible fluid therein that is in fluid communication with the interior portions of the proximity sensor tip assembly. A length of the sensor housing is adjusted to accommodate a distance between the wall of the device housing and the rotating shaft. | 10-22-2015 |
20150308013 | METHOD OF PRODUCING FREE-STANDING NET-SHAPE SAPPHIRE - A method for producing one or more free-standing aluminum oxide windows or laminates by using a substrate of aluminum oxide and one or more sacrificial layers that each separates one or more deposited aluminum oxide layer. The sacrificial layer may be decomposed to producing one or more a free-standing aluminum oxide windows. The free-standing windows or laminates are substantially in finished form requiring little or no post growth processing. The produced windows or laminates may be hard, scratch resistant net-shaped sapphire ready for use in cell phones, electronic devices, a tablet computer, watches, glass applications, or the like. | 10-29-2015 |
20150308912 | INTEGRATED REFERENCE VACUUM PRESSURE SENSOR WITH ATOMIC LAYER DEPOSITION COATED INPUT PORT - An integrated reference vacuum pressure sensor with an atomic layer deposition (ALD) coated input port comprises a housing with an port for a media to enter the housing; a substrate and stress isolation member in the housing; wherein a channel extends through the substrate and the stress isolation member, wherein a trace is embedded within the stress isolation member, wherein stress isolation member and substrate surfaces exposed to the channel are coated with an ALD; a sensor die bonded to the stress isolation member, the sensor die comprising a diaphragm having circuitry, wherein a side of the diaphragm is exposed to the channel and the circuitry is mounted to another side of the diaphragm; a via extending through the sensing die electrically connecting the circuitry to the trace; and a cover bonded to the stress isolation member, the cover having a recess, the sensor die in the recess. | 10-29-2015 |
20150310322 | Unique Method to Simultaneously Manufacture Paper Substrate Transaction Card and Display Carrier - An in-line process is provided for economical and concurrent manufacture of attractive flat paper substrate transaction cards and display carriers with or without an RFID chip embedded therein. In the user-friendly process, one or more continuous webs from roller paper are automatically fed and sequentially advanced through a series of operations and stations in a single pass to simultaneously produce the flat paper substrate transaction cards and display carriers. | 10-29-2015 |
20150319891 | VARIABLE STIFFNESS CHASSIS FOR ULTRATHIN DEVICES - An information handling system (IHS) chassis includes a chassis base. A center portion of the chassis base comprises at least ninety-five weight percent of a first metal element that is one of Aluminum or Magnesium. An edge section of the chassis base extends around the circumference of the chassis base adjacent the center portion. The edge section is comprised of an alloyed material that includes the first metal element and at least five weight percent of at least one second metal element that is selected from the group including Lithium, Titanium, Tungsten, Chromium, Hafnium, Lanthanum, and Ytterbium. The center portion and the edge section may comprise a first layer of the chassis base, and a second layer may be bonded to the first layer. In one example including the second layer, the first metal element is Magnesium and the second layer is at least ninety-five weight percent of Aluminum. | 11-05-2015 |
20150348673 | Mobile electronic device - A mobile electronic device comprising at least one part made of a polymer composition [composition (C), herein after] comprising at least one part made of a polymer composition [composition (C), herein after] comprising from at least one polyaryletherketone polymer [(PAEK) polymer], and at least one nitride (NI) of an element having an electronegativity (∈) of from 1.3 to 2.5, as defined in <>, CRC Press, 64 | 12-03-2015 |
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20150359148 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR HANDLING OF A MODULAR INFORMATION HANDLING RESOURCE - A tool for handling a modular information handling resource may include a drive portion, a first finger mechanically coupled to the drive portion, the first finger configured to apply a first force to a first side edge of the information handling resource when the information handling resource is engaged with the tool, and a second finger mechanically coupled to the drive portion, the second finger configured to apply a second force to a second side edge of the information handling resource opposite from the first side edge when the information handling resource is engaged with the tool. When the information handling resource is coupled to a connector via a bottom edge of the information handling resource adjacent and perpendicular to the side edges, a retention force applied by the connector to the information handling resource overcomes the first and second forces such that the tool releases the information handling resource. | 12-10-2015 |
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20160033545 | ANEMOMETER DETECTING THERMAL TIME CONSTANT OF SENSOR - An anemometer and method for analyzing fluid flow is described. In one embodiment, a transistor sensor is heated by applying power to cause its base-emitter junction to rise from an ambient first temperature to a second temperature. The power is removed, and the Vbe is measured at intervals as the junction cools. The Vbe equates to a temperature of the junction. The temperature exponentially decreases, and the time constant of the decay corresponds to the fluid flow velocity. A best fit curve analysis is performed on the temperature decay curve, and the time constant of the exponential decay is derived by a data processor. A transfer function correlates the time constant to the fluid flow velocity. The transistor is thermally coupled to a metal rod heat sink extending from the package, and the characteristics of the rod are controlled to adjust the performance of the anemometer. | 02-04-2016 |
20160044843 | RAIL SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF PHOTOVOLTAIC ARRAYS - Rail system and method for a photovoltaic array. The system includes at least one modular rail in a first direction. The modular rail includes a first vehicle support surface along the first direction and a first mounting surface along the first direction. The first vehicle support surface is configured to support at least a first vehicle moving in the first direction, and the first mounting surface is configured to support one or more photovoltaic modules mounted on the first mounting surface. | 02-11-2016 |
20160053215 | FILTER DEVICE FOR FACILITATING CHARACTERIZING BEHAVIOR OF CELLS - A filter device is provided which includes a well, at least one top access opening to the well, and a horizontally-disposed filter. The well, which includes an inner surface at least partially defining the well, also includes a first well chamber to accommodate a fluid and a second well chamber to accommodate a fluid. The first well chamber and the second well chamber are separate chambers, and the inner surface at least partially defines the first well chamber and at least partially defines the second well chamber. The at least one top access opening provides independent top access to the first well chamber and the second well chamber, and the horizontally-disposed filter is positioned between and at least partially separates the separate first well chamber and second well chamber of the well. | 02-25-2016 |
20160085330 | PRESSING PAD FOR ASSEMBLING DISPLAY MODULE AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLING DISPLAY MODULE - A pressing pad for assembling a display module by applying a pressure to a flexible display panel to attach the flexible display panel to a window member and a method of assembling a display module, the pressing pad including a first pressing part that applies a first pressure onto a display area of the flexible display panel; a second pressing part that applies a second pressure onto a pad area of the flexible display panel, the second pressure being less than the first pressure and the pad area of the flexible display panel being adjacent to the display area of the flexible display panel; and a support part that supports the first and second pressing parts, wherein the second pressing part has a height from the support part that is less than a height of the first pressing part. | 03-24-2016 |
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20160095268 | DISMANTLING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR DISMANTLING BLACKLIGHT UNIT - A dismantling device and a method for dismantling a backlight unit are provided, and the dismantling method includes: placing a liquid crystal module that includes a liquid crystal panel and a backlight unit placed oppositely and connected by a bonding portion onto a supporting table; bringing a line cutting portion that includes two ends and a cutting line therebetween into a gap between the liquid crystal panel and the backlight unit, with at least one of the two ends and the liquid crystal module configured to be movable with respect to each other; and applying a cutting force upon the bonding portion with the line cutting portion along a plane where the bonding portion is located, so as to separate the backlight unit from the liquid crystal panel. This method decreases the force upon the backlight unit to reduce chances of damaging the backlight unit during dismantling the same. | 03-31-2016 |
20160135327 | THERMAL SPREADING FOR AN EXTERNALLY PLUGGABLE ELECTRONIC MODULE - A cooling apparatus for dissipating heat from an electronic module is disclosed. The cooling apparatus may include a thermally conductive shell having a surface in contact with, and configured to conduct heat away from, the module. The apparatus may also include an electrically insulative layer positioned between, and configured to conduct heat from, the module to the shell. The apparatus may also include an electrical cord, attached to the module that contains a thermally conductive layer in thermally conductive contact with the shell that is configured to conduct heat away from the shell. The apparatus may also include an electrically insulative layer between the thermally conductive layer and an electrical conductor within the electrical cord. The apparatus may also include an electrically insulative layer, positioned between the thermally conductive layer and an electrical cord outer surface, configured to convectively dissipate heat from the thermally conductive layer. | 05-12-2016 |
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