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| 20100254209 | Ultra-Low Leakage Memory Architecture - An integrated circuit structure includes an active power supply line and a data-retention power supply line. A memory macro is connected to the active power supply line and the data-retention power supply line. The memory macro includes a memory cell array and a switch. The switch is configured to switch a connection between connecting the memory cell array to the active power supply line and connecting the memory cell array to the data-retention power supply line. The data-retention power supply line is outside of the memory macro. | 10-07-2010 |
| 20100315859 | Eight-Transistor SRAM Memory with Shared Bit-Lines - An integrated circuit structure includes a first static random access memory (SRAM) cell including a first read-port and a first write-port; and a second SRAM cell including a second read-port and a second write-port. The first SRAM cell and the second SRAM cell are in a same row and arranged along a row direction. A first word-line is coupled to the first SRAM cell. A second word-line is coupled to the second SRAM cell. A read bit-line is coupled to the first SRAM cell and the second SRAM cell, wherein the read bit-line extends in a column direction perpendicular to the row direction. A write bit-line is coupled to the first SRAM cell and the second SRAM cell. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20110007596 | Low-Leakage Power Supply Architecture for an SRAM Array - A method of forming an integrated circuit structure includes providing a chip; forming a static random access memory (SRAM) cell including a transistor on the chip; and forming a bias transistor configured to gate a power supply voltage provided to the SRAM cell on the chip. The bias transistor and the transistor of the SRAM cell are formed simultaneously. | 01-13-2011 |
| 20110085399 | Method for Extending Word-Line Pulses - An integrated circuit includes a positive power supply node, a current tracking circuit, and a current mirroring circuit including a plurality of current paths coupled in parallel. The currents of the plurality of current paths mirror a current of the current tracking circuit. The current mirroring circuit is configured to turn off the plurality of current paths one-by-one in response to a reduction in a positive power supply voltage on the positive power supply node. The integrated circuit further includes a charging node receiving a summation current of the plurality of current paths, wherein a voltage on the charging node is configured to increase through a charging of the summation current. | 04-14-2011 |
| 20120153433 | Tuning the Efficiency in the Transmission of Radio-Frequency Signals Using Micro-Bumps - A device includes a die including a main circuit and a first pad coupled to the main circuit. A work piece including a second pad is bonded to the die. A first plurality of micro-bumps is electrically coupled in series between the first and the second pads. Each of the plurality of micro-bumps includes a first end joining the die and a second end joining the work piece. A micro-bump is bonded to the die and the work piece. The second pad is electrically coupled to the micro-bump. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20120213010 | Asymmetric Sense Amplifier Design - A circuit includes a first inverter including a first PMOS transistor and a first NMOS transistor, and a second inverter including a second PMOS transistor and a second NMOS transistor. A first node is connected to gates of the first PMOS transistor and the first NMOS transistor and drains of the second PMOS transistor and the second NMOS transistor. A second node is connected to gates of the second PMOS transistor and the second NMOS transistor and drains of the first PMOS transistor and the first NMOS transistor. The circuit further includes a first capacitor having a first capacitance connected to the first node; and a second capacitor having a second capacitance connected to the second node. The second capacitance is greater than the first capacitance. | 08-23-2012 |
| 20120230127 | Providing Row Redundancy to Solve Vertical Twin Bit Failures - A circuit includes a failure address register configured to store a first row address, a row address modifier coupled to the failure address register, wherein the row address modifier is configured to modify the first row address received from the failure address register to generate a second row address. A first comparator is configured to receive and compare the first row address and a third row address. A second comparator is configured to receive and compare the second row address and the third row address. The first and the second row addresses are failed row addresses in a memory. | 09-13-2012 |
| 20130003446 | Method for Extending Word-Line Pulses - An integrated circuit includes a positive power supply node, a current tracking circuit, and a current mirroring circuit including a plurality of current paths coupled in parallel. The currents of the plurality of current paths mirror a current of the current tracking circuit. The current mirroring circuit is configured to turn off the plurality of current paths one-by-one in response to a reduction in a positive power supply voltage on the positive power supply node. The integrated circuit further includes a charging node receiving a summation current of the plurality of current paths, wherein a voltage on the charging node is configured to increase through a charging of the summation current. | 01-03-2013 |
| 20130161707 | Resistive Memory and Methods for Forming the Same - A device includes an active region formed of a semiconductor material, a gate dielectric at a surface of the active region, and a gate electrode over the gate dielectric. A first source/drain region and a second source/drain region are on opposite sides of the gate electrode. A Contact Etch Stop Layer (CESL) is over the first and the second source/drain regions. An Inter-Layer Dielectric (ILD) includes a top surface substantially level with a top surface of the gate electrode. A first contact plug is over and electrically connected to the first source/drain region. A second contact plug is over and aligned to the second source/drain region. The second contact plug and the second source/drain region are spaced apart from each other by a portion of the first CESL to form a capacitor. | 06-27-2013 |
| 20130235687 | Asymmetric Sense Amplifier Design - A circuit includes a first inverter including a first PMOS transistor and a first NMOS transistor, and a second inverter including a second PMOS transistor and a second NMOS transistor. A first node is connected to gates of the first PMOS transistor and the first NMOS transistor and drains of the second PMOS transistor and the second NMOS transistor. A second node is connected to gates of the second PMOS transistor and the second NMOS transistor and drains of the first PMOS transistor and the first NMOS transistor. The circuit further includes a first capacitor having a first capacitance connected to the first node; and a second capacitor having a second capacitance connected to the second node. The second capacitance is greater than the first capacitance. | 09-12-2013 |
| 20130277794 | Tuning the Efficiency in the Transmission of Radio-Frequency Signals Using Micro-Bumps - A device includes a die including a main circuit and a first pad coupled to the main circuit. A work piece including a second pad is bonded to the die. A first plurality of micro-bumps is electrically coupled in series between the first and the second pads. Each of the plurality of micro-bumps includes a first end joining the die and a second end joining the work piece. A micro-bump is bonded to the die and the work piece. The second pad is electrically coupled to the micro-bump. | 10-24-2013 |
| 20140185394 | Memory with Bit Cell Header Transistor - A memory includes a plurality of bit cells. Each bit cell includes a bit line and a storage cell coupled to the bit line. A header PMOS transistor is coupled to the storage cell in each bit cell. The header PMOS transistor is at least partially turned off during a write operation by a header control signal. | 07-03-2014 |
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| 20090096509 | Bandgap Reference Circuits for Providing Accurate Sub-1V Voltages - A reference voltage circuit includes a first PMOS device having a first source, a first gate, and a first drain, wherein the first source is coupled to a power supply node; and a second PMOS device having a second source, a second gate and, a second drain. The second source is coupled to the power supply node. The first and the second PMOS devices have constant source-drain currents. The reference voltage circuit further includes a third PMOS device having a third source, a third gate, and a third drain; and a resistor coupled between the third drain and the ground. The third source is coupled to the power supply node. The first, the second, and the third gates are interconnected. The first, the second, and the third drains are virtually interconnected. | 04-16-2009 |
| 20110025291 | Start-Up Circuits for Starting Up Bandgap Reference Circuits - An integrated circuit structure includes a bandgap reference circuit and a start-up circuit. The bandgap reference circuit includes a positive power supply node and a PMOS transistor including a source coupled to the positive power supply node. The start-up circuit is configured to be turned on during a start-up stage of the bandgap reference circuit, and to be turned off after the start-up stage. The start-up circuit includes a switch configured to interconnect a gate and a drain of the PMOS transistor during the start-up stage, and to disconnect the gate of the PMOS transistor from the drain of the PMOS transistor after the start-up stage. | 02-03-2011 |
| 20140254237 | Method for Operating RRAM Memory - Methods for operating memory are disclosed. A method includes applying a select word line voltage to a word line node of a first resistive random access memory (RRAM) cell; applying a first programming voltage to a source line node of the first RRAM cell; and setting the first RRAM cell comprising applying a second programming voltage to a bit line node of the first RRAM cell. The first programming voltage is greater than zero volts, and the second programming voltage is greater than the first programming voltage. Other disclosed methods include concurrently setting and resetting RRAM cells. | 09-11-2014 |
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| 20090115390 | POWER CONVERTER WITH PROTECTION MECHANISM FOR DIODE IN OPEN-CIRCUIT CONDITION AND PULSE-WIDTH-MODULATION CONTROLLER THEREOF - A power converter with a protection mechanism for a diode in an open-circuit condition includes a DC to Dc (DC/DC) conversion circuit, a detection and protection circuit, a pulse-width-modulation (PWM) signal generator, and a logic gate. The detection and protection circuit is used for detecting an open-circuit condition of the diode of the DC/DC conversion circuit. The logic gate receives an output signal of the detection and protection circuit and a PWM signal outputted by the PWM signal generator. When the diode is in an open-circuit condition, the PWM signal cannot be transmitted to a power switch of the DC/DC conversion circuit due to the output signal of the detection and protection circuit. | 05-07-2009 |
| 20090243529 | MOTOR DRIVING CIRCUIT AND METHOD THEREOF - A motor driving circuit includes a control device, a detection module and a driving module. The control device is controlled by a control signal and is coupled to a motor. The control device includes a first terminal, a second terminal and a control terminal, wherein a driving current flowing through the motor flows through the first terminal and the second terminal. The detection module is used for detecting a voltage of the first terminal. The driving module is used for generating the control signal to control the driving current, wherein the detection module adjusts the driving capability of the driving module, thereby adjusting a slew rate of the control signal. | 10-01-2009 |
| 20090267544 | MOTOR CONTROL CIRCUIT AND OPERATION METHOD THEREOF - A motor control circuit for controlling a motor includes a brake circuit and a control circuit. The brake circuit is for making the motor enter a braking state. The control circuit is for detecting a residual energy of the motor in the braking state. When the residual energy conforms to a predetermined criterion, the control circuit makes the motor exit the braking state. | 10-29-2009 |
| 20090302819 | Circuit for Preventing Reverse Current and Method thereof - A circuit for preventing a reverse current is applicable to a voltage converter including a high-side switch, a low-side switch, and an inductor. The high-side and low-side switches are coupled in series between two power lines. The inductor is coupled between an output terminal of the voltage converter and a connection node connecting the high-side and low-side switches. The reverse current flows from the output terminal of the voltage converter to the connection node. The circuit includes a first detection module and a threshold voltage adjusting module. The first detection module detects whether the reverse current occurs within a dead time when both the high-side and low-side switches are off. The voltage adjusting module adjusts a crossing voltage according to whether the reverse current is detected. The low-side switch is turned off when the voltage of the connection node exceeds the crossing voltage. | 12-10-2009 |
| 20100264891 | Control Method for Voltage Converter and Related Voltage Converter - A control method for a voltage converter includes providing a setting for a power-saving mode; entering the power-saving mode, and according to the setting, making the voltage converter output a preset level of energy; entering a normal mode, determining whether the voltage converter should enter into the power-thrift mode, and detecting an output response of the voltage converter; and adjusting the setting based upon the output response, to make the output response approximately be maintained in a preset range. | 10-21-2010 |
| 20110133714 | POWER CONVERTER WITH PROTECTION MECHANISM FOR DIODE IN OPEN-CIRCUIT CONDITION AND PULSE-WIDTH-MODULATION CONTROLLER THEREOF - A power converter with a protection mechanism for a diode in an open-circuit condition includes a DC to Dc (DC/DC) conversion circuit, a detection and protection circuit, a pulse-width-modulation (PWM) signal generator, and a logic gate. The detection and protection circuit is used for detecting an open-circuit condition of the diode of the DC/DC conversion circuit. The logic gate receives an output signal of the detection and protection circuit and a PWM signal outputted by the PWM signal generator. When the diode is in an open-circuit condition, the PWM signal cannot be transmitted to a power switch of the DC/DC conversion circuit due to the output signal of the detection and protection circuit. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20110248699 | CALIBRATION APPARATUS AND METHOD THEREOF, MULTI-CHANNEL DRIVING CIRCUIT AND CURRENT BALANCING METHOD - A calibration method for adjusting an offset voltage of a unit is proposed. The unit, capable of operating in a calibration mode or a normal mode, includes a first input terminal, a second input terminal and an output terminal. The calibration method includes: operating the unit in a calibration mode; providing a programmable voltage to the first input terminal; providing a constant voltage to the second input terminal; adjusting the programmable voltage monotonously when an output status of the output terminal is not changed; latching the programmable voltage when the output status toggles; and operating the unit in a normal mode after the output status toggles. | 10-13-2011 |
| 20120086347 | CONTROL CIRCUIT OF LIGHT EMITTING DIODES - A control circuit of light emitting diodes includes a driver and a target voltage adjuster. The driver is used for providing an output power to drive at least one series of light emitting diodes, and the driver forces a smallest terminal voltage on the terminals of the at least one series of light emitting diodes to approach a target voltage. The target voltage adjuster adjusts the target voltage according to the smallest terminal voltage. | 04-12-2012 |
| 20120098459 | CIRCUIT FOR LIGHT EMITTING DIODES, RELATED INTEGRATED CIRCUIT AND CONTROL METHOD - A control circuit controls driving of an LED and a current-controlled device controls current through the LED. The current-controlled device has a control node. The control circuit has a driving circuit and a fault detector. In the driving circuit, a first comparator compares a current-setting signal with a sensing signal to generate a first comparison signal. Based on the first comparison signal, a buffer generates a driving signal to the control node and drives the current-controlled device. Within the fault detector, a second comparator compares the first comparison signal with the driving signal, generating a second comparison signal. A third comparator compares the driving signal with a threshold voltage, generating a third comparison signal. A fourth comparator compares the sensing signal with the current-setting signal, generating a fourth comparison signal. A decision maker enables or disables the driving circuit according to the second, third, and fourth comparison signals. | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120139421 | INTEGRATED CIRCUITS, CONTROL METHODS AND LIGHTING SYSTEMS - Integrated circuits, control methods, and related lighting systems are provided. One integrated circuit controls the currents flowing through light-emitting-diode chains, each having several light emitting diodes forward-connected between a main cathode and a main anode while all the main anodes are connected to a power node. The integrated circuit has a short detection node, a constant current source, a voltage clamping circuit, and a short-circuit comparator. The short detection node detects the highest cathode voltage of the main cathodes. The constant current source provides a constant current to the short detection node. While the light-emitting-diode chains are unlit, the voltage clamping circuit clamps the short detection node at a predetermined voltage. When the voltage of the short detection node exceeds a threshold voltage, the short-circuit comparator asserts a fault signal, indicating a short circuit of a light emitting diode. | 06-07-2012 |
| 20120161639 | INTEGRATED CIRCUITS, CONTROL METHODS AND LIGHTING SYSTEMS - An integrated circuit is capable of controlling current through several light-emitting diode (LED) chains, each having several LEDs forward-connected in series between a major anode and a major cathode. Each major anode is coupled to a power node. The integrated circuit has several driving circuits, a detection node, a comparator, and a logic controller. The driving circuits can light the LED chains, respectively. Detection voltage at the detection node corresponds to voltage at one of the major cathodes. The comparator asserts a ready signal when the detection voltage exceeds a reference voltage. Receiving a dimming signal and the ready signal, if the dimming signal is asserted and the ready signal has been asserted, the logic controller enables the driving circuits to light the LED chains. | 06-28-2012 |
| 20120293215 | DRIVING CIRCUIT HAVING CURRENT BALANCING FUNCTIONALITY - A driving circuit having current balancing functionality includes a control unit, a bias resistor, a current switch unit and plural current driving modules. The control unit is utilized for generating a control signal having at least one bit according to a control current. The bias resistor is put in use for providing a bias voltage according to a bias current. The current switch unit employs the control signal and plural bias setting currents to generate the bias current, for keeping the bias voltage within a preset voltage range. The current driving modules are used to provide plural driving currents according to the bias voltage and the control signal. Each current driving module includes a current-limit control unit which is utilized for controlling a corresponding driving current according to the control signal. | 11-22-2012 |
| 20130093327 | CONTROL METHODS FOR LED CHAINS - Control methods for driving LED chains. An output power is provided to drive the LED chains. Short protections are provided to the LED chains, respectively. Whether at least one of the LED chains encounters an under-current event is detected. If any one of the LED chains encounters the under-current event, all short protections are stopped. Whether the output power reaches safe requirement is detected. After the output power reaches the safe requirement, the short protection corresponding to a normal LED chain is resumed. The normal LED chain refers to one of the LED chains that does not encounter the under-current event. | 04-18-2013 |
| 20130147362 | SHORT CIRCUIT DETECTION CIRCUIT AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF - A short circuit detection circuit for detecting short circuit of a series of light-emitting diodes includes a constant current source, a rectifier, and a detector. The constant circuit source provides a setting current. The rectifier is coupled between a feedback node and the constant current source. The feedback node is coupled to a terminal of the series of light-emitting diodes. When a feedback voltage of the feedback node exceeds a short reference voltage, the rectifier allows the setting current sinks the feedback node. The detector detects the feedback voltage of the feedback node. When the feedback voltage exceeds a predetermined value, short-circuit protection is triggered to make the series of light-emitting diodes be turned off. | 06-13-2013 |
| 20140001978 | CALIBRATION APPARATUS AND METHOD THEREOF, MULTI-CHANNEL DRIVING CIRCUIT AND CURRENT BALANCING METHOD | 01-02-2014 |
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| 20110069902 | IMAGE DENOISING METHOD - An image denoising method includes the steps of: sequentially selecting a pixel in an image as a current pixel; dynamically determining a current search block and a strength parameter; pre-denoising the comparison block of each pixel in the current search block; comparing the comparison block of the pre-denoised neighborhood pixel and the comparison block of the pre-denoised current pixel to obtain a similarity between each neighborhood pixel and the current pixel in the current search block; determining a weighting of each neighborhood pixel related to the current pixel according to the strength parameter, and a distance and the similarity between each neighborhood pixel and the current pixel in the current search block; and weighted averaging each neighborhood pixel and the current pixel in the current search block according to the weighting to obtain a reconstruction value of the current pixel. | 03-24-2011 |
| 20110069904 | IMAGE DENOISING METHOD - An image denoising method according to the present invention includes the steps of: sequentially selecting a pixel in an image as a current pixel; dynamically determining a current search block and a strength parameter; transferring the comparison block of each pixel in the current search block to a frequency domain; determining a current frequency basis; obtaining a similarity between each neighborhood pixel and the current pixel in the current search block according to the current frequency basis; determining a weighting of each neighborhood pixel related to the current pixel according to the strength parameter, and a distance and the current pixel in the current search block; and weighted averaging each neighborhood pixel and the current pixel in the current search block according to the weighting so as to obtain a reconstruction value of the current pixel. | 03-24-2011 |
| 20140035807 | AMBIENT LIGHT SENSING DEVICE AND METHOD, AND INTERACTIVE DEVICE USING SAME - The invention provides an ambient light sensing device which receives at least one visible light image sensed by an image sensor. The ambient light sensing device includes an image sampling unit and an analyzing unit. The image sampling unit divides the visible light image into plural image blocks, extracts at least one sample data in each image block, and generates a comparison data according to a difference between the sample data extracted at different time points. The analyzing unit analyzes the comparison data and generates an output analysis signal accordingly. | 02-06-2014 |
| 20150069222 | SENSOR DEVICE WITH DARK CURRENT COMPENSATION AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF - The present invention discloses a sensor device with dark current compensation and control method thereof. The sensor device includes: a sensor circuit, for sensing a physical property or a chemical property to generate an analog sensing signal; a dark current compensation circuit, which is coupled to the sensor circuit, for processing the analog sensing signal and generating an analog compensated signal according to a reference signal; and a convertor circuit, which is coupled to the dark current compensation circuit, for generating a digital sensing signal according to the analog compensated signal. | 03-12-2015 |
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| 20080231554 | ELECTRO-LUMINESCENCE DISPLAY - An electroluminescent display comprises a substrate with a plurality of pixel regions, wherein each pixel region has a first sub-pixel region, a second sub-pixel region, and a third sub-pixel region. Pluralities of first color light-emitting layers, second color light-emitting layers, and third color light-emitting layers are formed on the substrate. Each first color light-emitting layer is disposed in one first sub-pixel region, and each second color light-emitting layer is disposed in two adjacent second sub-pixel regions. The area of the first sub-pixel region is larger than the area of the second sub-pixel region in a single pixel region. | 09-25-2008 |
| 20090261335 | Pixel Unit Structure of Self-Illumination Display with Low-Reflection - A self-illumination display is provided, including a first substrate, a light-absorbing structure, a filter layer, a driving circuit unit, and a self-illumination unit. The light-absorbing structure and the filter layer are juxtaposedly disposed over the first substrate. The driving circuit unit is disposed over and shielded by the light-absorbing structure. The self-illumination unit is disposed over the filter layer, including a light-transmissible electrode, a light emitting layer, and a black electrode. The self-illumination unit is disposed over the filter layer, including a light-transmissible electrode, a light emitting layer, and a black electrode. The light-transmissible electrode is disposed over the filter layer while the light emitting layer and the black electrode are sequentially tiered on the light-transmissible electrode. The light-absorbing structure, the filter layer and the black electrode together reduce the reflection of the ambient light and enhance the image contrast. | 10-22-2009 |
| 20100315353 | Flexible Touch Display Apparatus - A flexible touch display apparatus includes a flexible substrate, a display unit, a flexible insulation layer and a touch sensor layer. The display unit is disposed on the flexible substrate, the flexible insulation layer is disposed on the display unit, and the touch sensor layer is formed on the flexible insulation layer. The flexible touch display apparatus is light in weight, thin in thickness, flexible and unbreakable. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20110233600 | WHITE ORGANIC LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE - A white organic light-emitting diode (WOLED) includes a transparent electrode, a blue-complementary light-emitting layer, a translucent electrode, a blue light-emitting layer, and a non-transparent electrode. The blue-complementary light-emitting layer is disposed on the transparent electrode. The transparent electrode and the translucent electrode include a first voltage. The blue light-emitting layer is disposed on the translucent layer. The non-transparent electrode is disposed on the blue light-emitting layer. The translucent electrode and the non-transparent electrode include a second voltage. | 09-29-2011 |
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| 20110068411 | Block Contact Plugs for MOS Devices - An integrated circuit structure includes a semiconductor substrate; a gate stack overlying the semiconductor substrate; a gate spacer on a sidewall of the gate stack; a first contact plug having an inner edge contacting a sidewall of the gate spacer, and a top surface level with a top surface of the gate stack; and a second contact plug over and contacting the first contact plug. The second contact plug has a cross-sectional area smaller than a cross-sectional area of the first contact plug. | 03-24-2011 |
| 20140017894 | Methods of Manufacturing Semiconductor Devices - Methods of manufacturing semiconductor devices are disclosed. In one embodiment, a material layer is formed over a workpiece. The workpiece includes a first portion, a second portion, and a hard mask disposed between the first portion and the second portion. The material layer is patterned, and first spacers are formed on sidewalls of the patterned material layer. The patterned material layer is removed, and the second portion of the workpiece is patterned using the first spacers as an etch mask. The first spacers are removed, and second spacers are formed on sidewalls of the patterned second portion of the workpiece. The patterned second portion of the workpiece is removed, and the hard mask of the workpiece is patterned using the second spacers as an etch mask. The first portion of the workpiece is patterned using the hard mask as an etch mask. | 01-16-2014 |
| 20140027908 | Integrated Circuit Interconnects and Methods of Making Same - A copper alloy layer is blanket deposited over a low k dielectric layer and in via openings within the low k dielectric layer. The blanket deposited layer is then anisotropically etch to form horizontal interconnects. The interconnects are annealed to form a metal oxide barrier lining. A second low k dielectric layer is then depositing over the horizontal interconnects. Air gaps can be formed between adjacent interconnects to lower parasitic capacitance therebetween. | 01-30-2014 |
| 20140065816 | DIELECTRIC FORMATION - Among other things, one or more techniques for forming a low k dielectric around a metal line during an integrated circuit (IC) fabrication process are provided. In an embodiment, a metal line is formed prior to forming a surrounding low k dielectric layer around the metal line. In an embodiment, the metal line is formed by filling a trench space in a skeleton layer with metal. In this embodiment, the skeleton layer is removed to form a dielectric space in a different location than the trench space. The dielectric space is then filled with a low k dielectric material to form a surrounding low k dielectric layer around the metal line. In this manner, damage to the surrounding low k dielectric layer, that would otherwise occur if the surrounding low k dielectric layer was etched, for example, is mitigated. | 03-06-2014 |
| 20140080306 | METHOD OF FORMING FINE PATTERNS - A method of forming a fine pattern comprises depositing a modifying layer on a substrate. A photoresist layer is deposited on the modifying layer, the photoresist layer having a first pattern. The modifying layer is etched according to the first pattern of the photoresist layer. A treatment is performed to the etched modifying layer to form a second pattern, the second pattern having a smaller line width roughness (LWR) and/or line edge roughness (LER) than the first pattern. The second pattern is then etched into the substrate. | 03-20-2014 |
| 20140127901 | LOW-K DAMAGE FREE INTEGRATION SCHEME FOR COPPER INTERCONNECTS - A method includes forming a sacrificial layer on a substrate. A hard mask layer is formed on the sacrificial layer. The hard mask layer and the sacrificial layer are etched to form a first plurality of openings in the hard mask layer and the sacrificial layer. A low-k dielectric layer is deposited in the first plurality of openings. The hard mask layer and the sacrificial layer are thereafter removed leaving behind a plurality of low-k dielectric pillar structures having second plurality of openings therebetween. The second plurality of openings are then filled with a copper-containing layer. | 05-08-2014 |
| 20140131312 | Lithography Process Using Directed Self Assembly - A method includes forming a patterned hard mask layer, with a trench formed in the patterned hard mask layer. A Bulk Co-Polymer (BCP) coating is dispensed in the trench, wherein the BCP coating includes Poly-Styrele (PS) and Poly Methyl Metha Crylate (PMMA). An annealing is performed on the BCP coating to form a plurality of PS strips and a plurality of PMMA strips allocated in an alternating layout. The PMMA strips are selectively etched, with the PS strips left in the trench. | 05-15-2014 |
| 20140151888 | Air-Gap Formation in Interconnect Structures - A structure includes a substrate, and a first metal line and a second metal line over the substrate, with a space therebetween. A first air gap is on a sidewall of the first metal line and in the space, wherein an edge of the first metal line is exposed to the first air gap. A second air gap is on a sidewall of the second metal line and in the space, wherein an edge of the second metal line is exposed to the second air gap. A dielectric material is disposed in the space and between the first and the second air gaps. | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140239501 | INTEGRATED CIRCUIT INTERCONNECTS AND METHODS OF MAKING SAME - A dielectric layer is formed on a substrate and patterned to form an opening. The opening is filled and the dielectric layer is covered with a metal layer. The metal layer is thereafter planarized so that the metal layer is co-planar with the top of the dielectric layer. The metal layer is etched back a predetermined thickness from the top of the dielectric layer to expose the inside sidewalls thereof. A sidewall barrier layer is formed on the sidewalls of the dielectric layer. A copper-containing layer is formed over the metal layer, the dielectric layer, and the sidewall barrier layers. The copper-containing layer is etched to form interconnect features, wherein the etching stops at the sidewall barrier layers at approximately the juncture of the sidewall of the dielectric layer and the copper-containing layer and does not etch into the underlying metal layer. | 08-28-2014 |
| 20140252620 | MATERIAL AND PROCESS FOR COPPER BARRIER LAYER - A method of fabricating a semiconductor device comprises forming a first dielectric material layer on a semiconductor substrate. The first dielectric material layer is patterned to form a plurality of vias therein. A metal layer is formed on the first dielectric material layer, wherein the metal layer fills the plurality of vias. The metal layer is etched such that portions of the metal layer above the first dielectric material layer are patterned to form a plurality of metal features aligned with the plurality of vias respectively. A self-assembled monolayer film is formed on surfaces of the plurality of metal features. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140252628 | INTERCONNECT STRUCTURE AND METHODS OF MAKING SAME - A method for forming a semiconductor interconnect structure comprises forming a dielectric layer on a substrate and patterning the dielectric layer to form an opening therein. The opening is filled and the dielectric layer is covered with a metal layer having a first etch rate. The metal layer is thereafter planarized so that the metal layer is co-planar with the top of the dielectric layer. The metal layer is annealed to change the first etch rate into a second etch rate, the second etch rate being lower than the first etch rate. A copper-containing layer is formed over the annealed metal layer and the dielectric layer. The copper-containing layer has an etch rate greater than the second etch rate of the annealed metal layer. The copper-containing layer is etched to form interconnect features, wherein the etching stops at the top of the annealed metal layer and does not etch thereunder. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140252633 | METHOD OF FABRICATING AN AIR GAP USING A DAMASCENE PROCESS AND STRUCTURE OF SAME - The present disclosure provides a method for forming a semiconductor device. The method includes forming first conductive layer structures in a first dielectric layer on a substrate; forming a patterned photoresist layer having portions that are each disposed over a respective one of the first conductive layer structures; forming an energy removable film (ERF) on the sidewalls of each of the portions; forming a second dielectric layer over the ERFs, the portions of the patterned photoresist layer, and the first dielectric layer; removing the portions to leave behind a plurality of openings; filling a conductive material in the openings, the conductive material defining second conductive layer structures; forming a ceiling layer over the second conductive layer structures, the ERFs, and the second dielectric layer; and applying energy to the ERFs to partially remove the ERFs on the sidewalls of the portions thereby forming air gaps. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140335689 | Method of Fabricating a Semiconductor Interconnect Structure - A method for forming a semiconductor interconnect structure includes forming a dielectric layer on a substrate and patterning the dielectric layer to form an opening therein. A metal layer fills the opening and covers the dielectric layer. The metal layer is planarized so that it is co-planar with a top of the dielectric layer. A treating process is performed on the metal layer to convert a top surface thereof into a metal oxide layer. A copper-containing layer is then formed over the metal oxide layer and the dielectric layer. The copper-containing layer is etched to form interconnect features, wherein the etching stops at the metal oxide layer and does not etch into the underlying metal layer. A radiation exposure process is thereafter performed on the metal oxide layer to convert it into a non-oxidized metal layer. | 11-13-2014 |
| 20140349481 | Air-Gap Formation in Interconnect Structures - A structure includes a substrate, and a first metal line and a second metal line over the substrate, with a space therebetween. A first air gap is on a sidewall of the first metal line and in the space, wherein an edge of the first metal line is exposed to the first air gap. A second air gap is on a sidewall of the second metal line and in the space, wherein an edge of the second metal line is exposed to the second air gap. A dielectric material is disposed in the space and between the first and the second air gaps. | 11-27-2014 |
| 20150087151 | Masking Process and Structures Formed Thereby - A method, e.g., of forming and using a mask, includes forming an inverse mask over a dielectric layer; forming a mask layer conformally over the inverse mask; removing horizontal portions of the mask layer; and after removing the horizontal portions, simultaneously etching the inverse mask and vertical portions of the mask layer. The etching the inverse mask is at a greater rate than the etching the vertical portions of the mask layer. The etching the inverse mask removes the inverse mask, and the etching the vertical portions of the mask layer forms a mask comprising rounded surfaces distal from the dielectric layer. Recesses are formed in the dielectric layer using the mask. Locations of the inverse mask correspond to fewer than all locations of the recesses. | 03-26-2015 |
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| 20090273621 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MAINTAINING OR RECOVERING NOZZLE FUNCTION FOR AN INKJET PRINTHEAD - A transducer capable of generating vibrational energy is positioned relative to an inkjet cartridge to impart a vibrational force to simultaneously vibrate at least a portion of each of a plurality of ink fluidic columns associated with a plurality of nozzles in a printhead of the inkjet cartridge to maintain or recover nozzle function. | 11-05-2009 |
| 20100328398 | THERMAL INKJET PRINT HEAD WITH SOLVENT RESISTANCE - An inkjet printing system includes a print head in fluid communication with an ink reservoir and having a plurality of orifices and a corresponding plurality of associated ejection chambers. The print head includes a substrate and a barrier layer disposed on the substrate. The barrier layer defines in part a plurality of fluid channels and the plurality of ejection chambers. The barrier layer includes a material selected from epoxy-based photo resist materials and methyl methacrylate-based photo resist materials. An orifice plate is disposed over the substrate. The orifice plate includes the plurality of orifices in fluid communication with the ejection chambers. The orifice plate comprises a material selected from polyimides and nickel. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20110074847 | INK JET PRINTHEAD MODULE AND INK JET PRINTER - An ink jet printhead module adapted for use in a printing apparatus, the ink jet printhead module being capable of receiving address signals and chip selection signals from a printhead drive unit of the printing apparatus. The printhead module includes chip control circuits, each being capable of receiving the address signals and receiving a corresponding one of the chip selection signals. Each chip control circuit includes switching circuits and an ink jetting circuit set. Each switching circuit is capable of receiving a corresponding one of the address signals and the corresponding one of chip selection signals and outputting a switching signal. An ink jetting circuit set includes ink jetting circuits, each being capable of receiving the switching signal from the corresponding switching circuit electrically coupled to the ink jetting circuit and determining whether or not to jet out ink based on the received switching signal. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110141191 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MAINTAINING OR RECOVERING NOZZLE FUCTION FOR A PRINTHEAD - A transducer capable of generating vibrational energy is positioned relative to an inkjet cartridge to impart a vibrational force to simultaneously vibrate at least a portion of each of a plurality of ink fluidic columns associated with a plurality of nozzles in a printhead of the inkjet cartridge to maintain or recover nozzle function. | 06-16-2011 |
| 20130257989 | THERMAL INKJET PRINT HEAD WITH SOLVENT RESISTANCE - A method of preparing an inkjet printing system with a print head in fluid communication with an ink reservoir and having a plurality of orifices and a corresponding plurality of associated ejection chambers includes providing a substrate and disposing a photoresist material on the substrate. A mask is provided between the UV light source and the photoresist material. The photoresist material is exposed to the UV light source to polymerize the photoresist material to form a barrier layer on the substrate. The barrier layer defines in part a plurality of fluid channels and the plurality of ejection chambers. An orifice plate is attached over the substrate. The orifice plate includes a plurality of orifices in fluid communication with the ejection chambers. | 10-03-2013 |
| 20140118441 | THERMAL INKJET PRINT HEAD WITH SOLVENT RESISTANCE - An inkjet printing system includes a print head in fluid communication with an ink reservoir and having a plurality of orifices and a corresponding plurality of associated ejection chambers. The print head includes a substrate and a barrier layer disposed on the substrate. The barrier layer defines in part a plurality of fluid channels and the plurality of ejection chambers. The barrier layer includes a material selected from epoxy-based photo resist materials and methyl methacrylate-based photo resist materials. An orifice plate is disposed over the substrate. The orifice plate includes the plurality of orifices in fluid communication with the ejection chambers. The system includes a reservoir containing an organic solvent-based ink composition, wherein the ink composition includes an organic solvent selected from C | 05-01-2014 |
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| 20100044732 | Light Emitting Diode Structure and Method of Forming the Same - A light emitting diode structure and a light emitting diode structure forming method are provided. The light emitting diode structure includes a base, a diode chip, and a package lens. The diode chip is mounted on the base. The package lens covers the diode chip. The surface of the package lens includes a plurality of dot structures. The steps of the method include mounting a light-emitting diode chip on a base, assembling a package lens to cover the light emitting diodes chip, and forming a plurality of dot structures on the surface of the package lens. | 02-25-2010 |
| 20100201282 | LIGHT EMITTING DIODE DRIVING DEVICE AND DRIVING METHOD THEREOF - A light emitting diode driving device and driving method thereof are provided. The light emitting diode driving device includes a duty cycle setup unit, a current setup unit, a control unit, and a light emitting diode driving circuit. The duty cycle setup unit is used for outputting duty cycle setup signal. The current set up unit is used for outputting a current setup signal. The control unit is used for receiving the duty cycle setup signal and the current setup signal, and outputting a current control signal and a duty cycle control signal in response to the duty cycle setup signal and the current setup signal. The light emitting diode driving circuit is used for driving at least one light emitting diode in response to the current control signal and the duty cycle control signal. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20110084621 | LIGHT-EMITTING ADJUSTMENT METHOD AND DISPLAY DEVICE - A light-emitting adjustment method and a display device are provided. The display device includes a voltage source, a light-emitting diode array, a pulse width modulator, a current sensor and a light-emitting adjuster. The voltage source provides an operating voltage. The pulse width modulator provides operating pulse signals to multiple light-emitting diodes arranged in column in order. The current sensor senses a plurality of overall current values of the light-emitting diodes at different timings during the light-emitting diodes are sequentially enabled. The light-emitting adjuster computes an operating current value of each of the light-emitting diodes according to the overall current values and performs a compensation operation based on the operating current value to obtain and output a compensation signal. | 04-14-2011 |
| 20110156603 | LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE DRIVING CIRCUIT - An exemplary light-emitting diode (LED) driving circuit includes a LED driving IC, at least a LED string and at least a resistor. The LED string each is electrically coupled between a power source voltage and a control terminal of the LED driving IC and whereby a driving current of the LED string is subjected to the control of the LED driving IC. The resistor each is electrically coupled to between the control terminal and a predetermined potential. Moreover, a LED driving method also is provided. | 06-30-2011 |
| 20120019160 | LIGHT EMITTING DIODE DRIVING METHOD AND DRIVING CIRCUIT - A LED driving method includes steps of: providing a first pulse width modulation (PWM) signal for determining a brightness of a LED; obtaining a duty cycle of the first PWM signal; and selectively enabling the LED to work with a PWM dimming mode or a direct current (DC) dimming mode according to a relative relationship between a magnitude of the obtained duty cycle and a preset threshold value. Since the LED is performed with a two stage brightness control by use of mixed dimming mode, the driving efficiency of the LED can be improved. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20130114167 | SHORT PROTECTION CONTROL CIRCUITS AND RELATED CONTROL METHODS - Short protection control circuits and related control methods are disclosed. A disclosed short protection control circuit is adapted for controlling a short protection mechanism providing short protection to several LED chains. The disclosed short protection control circuit has a detection circuit, a first logic circuit and a timer. Coupled to the LED chains, the detection circuit asserts an indication signal when one of the node voltages of the LED chains is lower than an under-current reference. When the indication signal is enabled, the first logic circuit starts blocking the short protection mechanism. The timer times to provide a result when the short protection mechanism is blocked. When the result indicates that the short protection mechanism has been blocked for at least a predetermined time period, the first logic circuit resumes the short protection mechanism. | 05-09-2013 |
| 20140042924 | CIRCUIT WITH ADJUSTABLE PHASE DELAY AND A FEEDBACK VOLTAGE AND METHOD FOR ADJUSTING PHASE DELAY AND A FEEDBACK VOLTAGE - A circuit with adjustable phase delay and a feedback voltage includes a delay setting unit and a phase delay signal generator. The delay setting unit generates a delay time according to an external resistor. The phase delay signal generator includes a plurality of phase delay units. Each phase delay unit includes an edge trigger subunit and a signal generation subunit. The edge trigger subunit receives an input signal, and generates a positive edge trigger signal and a negative edge trigger signal according to a positive edge and a negative edge of the input signal, respectively. The signal generation subunit generates and outputs a phase delay signal according to the positive edge trigger signal, the negative edge trigger signal, and the delay time. The phase delay signal lags the input signal for the delay time. | 02-13-2014 |
| 20150028752 | CONTROL CIRCUIT OF LIGHT EMITTING DIODES AND OPERATION METHOD OF A CONTROL CIRCUIT OF LIGHT EMITTING DIODES - A control circuit of light emitting diodes is used for driving at least one series of light emitting diodes. The control circuit includes a current setting pin, a driving current generator, a regulator circuit, and an adjuster. A reference current flows through the current setting pin. The driving current generator is used for generating a driving current flowing through the series of light emitting diodes according to the reference current. The adjuster generates an adjustment voltage according to the reference current. Then, the regulator circuit generates a supply voltage to drive the series of light emitting diodes, and regulates a voltage of a first terminal of the series of light emitting diodes at a target voltage according to the adjustment voltage. The target voltage is increased with decrease of the driving current when the driving current is less than a first predetermined current. | 01-29-2015 |
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| 20090244722 | TURNING MECHANISM - A turning mechanism is adapted to a projector including a base and a zoom lens set in a base for turning a zoom bar of the zoom lens. The turning mechanism includes a fixed element and a movable element. The fixed element is suitable to be fastened to the base and has a pair of slide tracks. The movable element has a pair of slide edges, a pair of slide hooks, and a turn portion. The slide hooks lock the slide tracks respectively, and the slide edges are supported by the slide tracks respectively. Therefore, the movable element substantially slides around a light axis of the zoom lens relative to the fixed element, so as to move the turn portion to turn the zoom bar. | 10-01-2009 |
| 20100073581 | PROJECTION SYSTEM AND EXPANSION MODULE - A projection system and an expansion module adapted to a projector are provided. The projection system includes a projector and an expansion module. The expansion module includes a housing, a logic circuit, and an output port. The logic circuit is disposed in the housing to control an operation of the expansion module. The output port is disposed in the housing and coupled to the logic circuit. The output port is connected to an input port of the projector and outputs a data stream to the input port, such that the projector generates an image and projects the image according to the data stream. | 03-25-2010 |
| 20110128504 | ADJUSTMENT DEVICE AND PROJECTOR HAVING THE SAME - An adjustment device for adjusting an angle of a dichroic mirror of a projector with respect to an optical engine base of the projector is disclosed. The dichroic mirror is pivotably mounted to the optical engine base. The adjustment device includes a link and an eccentric screw. The link has a first end and a second end. The first end is adapted to be fixedly mounted to the dichroic mirror. The second end has an opening. The eccentric screw is adapted to extend through the opening to be screwed to the optical engine base. The eccentric screw includes an eccentric section disposed within the opening. The eccentric section pushes the link such that the link drives the dichroic mirror to pivot with respect to the optical engine base upon rotating of the eccentric screw. A projector including the adjustment device is also disclosed. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110157565 | LIGHT-EMITTING DEVICE AND PROJECTOR - A light-emitting device includes a circuit board, a light-emitting element, a light-condensing element, and a glue. The circuit board has through holes, a first surface, and a second surface. The through hole has a first pathway and a second pathway. The first pathway extends from the first surface into the circuit board. The second pathway extends from the second surface into the circuit board and communicates with the first pathway. An accommodating space of the second pathway is greater than that of the first pathway. The light-emitting element is disposed on and electrically connected to the first surface. The light-condensing element has positioning posts. A portion of the light-condensing element is disposed on the light-emitting element. The positioning post passes through the first pathway and is located inside the second pathway. The glue is disposed in the second pathway for fixing the positioning posts in the through hole. | 06-30-2011 |
| 20130120719 | LIGHT SOURCE MODULE AND PROJECTION DEVICE USING THE SAME - A light source module includes a shell, a fixed ring, an optical element, a first cover and a light-emitting element. The shell is formed as a tubular shape. The fixed ring, the optical element and the light-emitting element are all received in an inside of the shell, and the first cover is disposed at an end of the shell. In addition, the shell has a first stop part disposed in the inside of the shell, the optical element is disposed between the first stop part and the fixed ring, and the optical element is leant against the first stop part and the fixed ring. The light-emitting element is disposed between the fixed ring and the first cover, and is leant against the fixed ring and the first cover. A projection device using the source light module is also provided. | 05-16-2013 |
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| 20120081411 | LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY AND SIGNAL TRANSMISSION APPARATUS THEREOF - The present invention provides a liquid crystal display, including a liquid crystal panel, a light-source module, and a transmission device. The light-source module includes a light-source circuit board, at least one light-emitting device, and a connector. The light-emitting device is disposed on the light-source circuit board and electrically connected to the light-emitting device through the light-source circuit board. The transmission device is electrically connected to the liquid crystal display and the connector, so that a display signal is transmitted to the liquid crystal panel through the transmission device, and a light-source control signal is transmitted to the light-emitting device sequentially through the transmission device, the connector and the light-source circuit board. | 04-05-2012 |
| 20120170312 | BACKLIGHT MODULE - A backlight module includes a chassis, a printed circuit board, a light source, and a light guide plate. The chassis includes a bottom plate and a sidewall. The sidewall is disposed on at least one side of the bottom plate. The sidewall has a recess therein. At least one part of the printed circuit board is located in the recess. The light source is electrically connected to the printed circuit board. The light incident side of the light guide plate is opposite to the light emitting side of the light source. | 07-05-2012 |
| 20130083497 | INTEGRATED CIRCUIT BOARD AND DISPLAY SYSTEM - An integrated circuit board includes a substrate, a plurality of electronic components and at least one antenna. The substrate has a central area and two edge areas, wherein the central area is between the two edge areas. The electronic components are disposed on the central area. The antenna is disposed on at least one of the two edge areas, wherein there is predetermined distance between the antenna and the electronic components. | 04-04-2013 |
| 20130128614 | BACKLIGHT MODULE - A backlight module includes a light guide plate, a wavelength converter, and a light emitter. The light guide plate includes a main body, a first extension portion, and a second extension portion. The first extension portion is connected to the main body. The second extension portion is connected to the first extension portion. The wavelength converter is disposed at a side of the main body. The wavelength converter has an incident surface. The incident surface faces away from the main body. The first extension portion abuts against a sidewall of the wavelength converter. The second extension portion abuts against the incident surface. The light emitter is disposed at a side of the light guide plate. | 05-23-2013 |
| 20130128617 | BACKLIGHT MODULE AND ASSEMBLING METHOD THEREOF - A backlight module includes a light guide plate, at least one light emitter, and a wavelength converter. The light guide plate has an incident surface. The light emitter is disposed at a side of the light guide plate and corresponds in position to the incident surface. The light emitter includes a base and a light source. The base includes a clamping arm. The clamping arm substantially extends toward the light guide plate. The light source is disposed on the base. The wavelength converter is located between the light guide plate and the light source and is clamped by the clamping arm. | 05-23-2013 |
| 20130135829 | DISPLAY MODULE - A display module is disclosed which includes a display panel, a printed circuit board, a flexible printed circuit board interconnecting the display panel and the printed circuit board, and a reinforcing piece interconnecting the display panel and the printed circuit board for supporting the printed circuit board. The reinforcing piece prevents drooping or shifting of the printed circuit board relative to the display panel during assembly or transport, thereby preventing severed wires of the flexible printed circuit board. | 05-30-2013 |
| 20140049895 | Display Module with Hinge Signal Passage and Electronic Device Thereof - A display module and an electronic device are provided. The display module includes a housing, a pivot rod, and a flexible circuit board. The housing has a connection portion, wherein the connection portion has a connecting hole. The pivot rod is partially disposed in the connecting hole. The flexible circuit board includes a first transmission section, a second transmission section, and a connecting section that connects the previous two sections. The connecting section is disposed in a traverse direction with respect to the extending directions of the first transmission section and the second transmission section and wraps around the pivot rod with the traverse direction as an axial direction, wherein the connecting section is at least partially disposed in the connecting hole such that the first transmission section is in the housing and the second transmission section is outside of the housing. | 02-20-2014 |
| 20150085430 | Display Device with Force Dispersal Structure - A display device includes a housing, a display module, and a force dispersal member. The housing has a top plate and a bottom plate, wherein the top plate has a top plate inner surface and the bottom plate has a bottom plate inner surface. The display module is disposed on the bottom plate and at least a portion thereof is covered by the top plate. The display module includes a body and a ledge, wherein the body has a corresponding top surface and a back surface. At least a portion of the top surface faces the top plate inner surface while the back surface faces the bottom plate inner surface. The ledge extends out from an end of the body and is positioned between the top plate and the bottom plate. The force dispersal member is disposed on the ledge and has a top end and a bottom end. The top end faces the top plate inner surface and the bottom end faces the bottom plate inner surface. A vertical distance from the bottom end to the bottom plate inner surface is no greater than the vertical distance between the back surface and the bottom plate inner surface. | 03-26-2015 |
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| 20100225624 | FLAT DISPLAY PANEL - A flat display panel includes a substrate, at least a driving chip, a plurality of control lines and conductive lines. The substrate has a display area and peripheral circuit area defined thereon. The driving chip is disposed in the peripheral circuit area, and has a plurality of pins. The pitches of adjacent pins are varied. The pitches of the pins in the central portion of the driving chip are smaller than the pitches of the pins in the border portion. The control lines and the conductive lines are disposed in the display area and the peripheral circuit area respectively, and the control lines are electrically connected to the conductive lines. | 09-09-2010 |
| 20110273423 | LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY PANEL - A liquid crystal display panel includes an array substrate and at least a conducting wire. The conducting wire, disposed in a peripheral region of the array substrate, includes a first straight section, and a second straight section structurally connected to the first straight section. At least one side of the first straight section is arranged along a first direction, and at least a side of the second straight section is arranged along a second direction, where the first direction and the second direction are non-parallel. The first straight section includes a plurality of first slits arranged along the first direction, and the second straight section includes a plurality of second slits arranged along the second direction. | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110298731 | TOUCH DISPLAY DEVICE AND TOUCH DISPLAY SUBSTRATE THEREOF - A touch display substrate of a touch display device includes a pixel array, a peripheral region, at least a driving chip, a plurality of data lines, and a plurality of touch sensing read-out lines disposed in the peripheral region. Each of the touch sensing read-out lines includes a first section and a second section. The first section is electrically connected to the corresponding driving chip and the second section is electrically connected to the pixel array. The second section of at least one of the touch sensing read-out lines includes an initial point and a winding portion. The winding portion is disposed on at least one side of a vertical extending line of the initial point, the winding portion winds to and fro along a horizontal direction and along a vertical direction, and the winding portion is asymmetrical with respect to the vertical extending line of the initial point. | 12-08-2011 |
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| 20090122473 | Frame with a Mounting Ear, Display Device Using the Frame and a Method of Manufacturing the Same - A frame with a mounting ear, a display device using the frame and a method of manufacture thereof are provided. The frame includes a frame body and a mounting ear. The frame body has a top frame and a sidewall extending from an edge of the frame top frame. A tap hole is formed on the frame body, and the ear passes through the tap hole to connect with an inner surface of the sidewall. Besides the frame, the display device further includes a display panel module. The display panel module is disposed inside the frame and outwardly displays images via a transparent area enclosed by the frame. | 05-14-2009 |
| 20120087140 | Light Module - A light module is disclosed. The light module includes a first printed circuit board, a second printed circuit board, a light source, and a fixing casing, wherein the first printed circuit board and the second printed circuit board each has a fixing part, and the fixing part of the second printed board is attached to the fixing part of the first printed board. The light source is disposed on the first printed circuit board to couple to the first printed board and the second printed board. The fixing casing has a contact surface. When the fixing casing is fixed onto the fixing parts of the second printed circuit board and the first printed circuit board, the contact surface contacts the fixing part so that the second printed circuit board is clamped between the contact surface and the first printed circuit board. | 04-12-2012 |
| 20130114290 | DISPLAY MODULE - A display module includes a metal rear bezel, a backlight module, a driver circuit board and a heat dissipation film. The metal rear bezel includes a carrier surface and a back surface opposite to the carrier surface. The backlight module includes a light reflective sheet disposed on the carrier surface. The light reflective sheet includes a light reflective sheet and a heat dissipation surface opposite to the light reflective sheet. The driver circuit board is attached to the back surface of the metal rear bezel. The heat dissipation film is disposed on the heat dissipation surface. At least a portion of the heat dissipation film is overlapped with the driver circuit board. | 05-09-2013 |
| 20130155654 | DISPLAY DEVICE AND RESILIENT FRAME THEREOF - A display device includes a display module and a frame. The frame is made of a resilient material. The frame includes a sidewall, a first securing portion and a second securing portion. The first securing portion extends from a top end of the sidewall. The second securing portion extends from a bottom end of the sidewall, and the second securing portion is opposite to the first securing portion. A containing space enclosed by the first securing portion, the second securing portion and the sidewall is configured to contain sides of the display module. The frame secures the display module through resilience of the resilient material. | 06-20-2013 |
| 20140061405 | BRACKET AND FRAME BODY HAVING THE SAME - A frame body includes a bottom plate, a connection portion, and a bracket. The bracket includes a first sidewall, a second sidewall, a bending portion, a positioning board, and a connection layer. The first sidewall has a first end connected to the connection portion and has a first surface facing away from the accommodating space. The second sidewall is adjacent to a side of the first sidewall that faces away from an accommodating space of the frame body. The second sidewall has a second surface facing the first surface. The bending portion is connected to a second end of the first sidewall that is distal to the connection portion and the second sidewall. The positioning board is connected to an end of the second sidewall that is distal to the bending portion. The connection layer adheres the first surface and the second surface. | 03-06-2014 |
| 20140112008 | Light Module - A light module is disclosed. The light module includes a first printed circuit board, a second printed circuit board, a light source, and a fixing casing, wherein the first printed circuit board and the second printed circuit board each has a fixing part, and the fixing part of the second printed board is attached to the fixing part of the first printed board. The light source is disposed on the first printed circuit board to couple to the first printed board and the second printed board. The fixing casing has a contact surface. When the fixing casing is fixed onto the fixing parts of the second printed circuit board and the first printed circuit board, the contact surface contacts the fixing part so that the second printed circuit board is clamped between the contact surface and the first printed circuit board. | 04-24-2014 |
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| 20110285663 | TOUCH DETECTING METHOD AND FLAT DISPLAY DEVICE WITH IN-CELL TOUCH PANEL - A touch detecting method comprises: enabling a sample signal in a period between driving a previous gate line and a previous two gate line before a corresponding gate line of a sense unit, and sampling a readout signal in a corresponding readout line during a sample period corresponding to the enabled sample signal by a readout unit; using the sampled readout signal during the sample period by the readout unit as a sample reference signal; enabling a sense readout signal in a period between driving the corresponding gate line of the sense unit and a next gate line, and reading out the readout signal during a sense readout period corresponding to the enabled sense readout signal; using the readout signal during the sense readout period as a sense signal; and judging whether the sense unit is touched according to the sample reference signal and the sense signal. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110316795 | METHOD FOR CORRECTING AND RECORDING INITIAL TOUCH POINTS ON TOUCH PANEL - While correcting and recording initial touch points on a touch panel, a plurality of sensors on the touch panel are classified into a plurality of first sensing groups assigned with serial numbers, and a plurality of sensors of each the first sensing group are equally divided into a plurality of second sensing groups assigned with serial numbers. After detecting initial touch points on the touch panel, a plurality of headers are generated for the plurality of first sensing groups, and a data structure is generated for each of the sensors having detected initial touch points according to whether first sensing groups corresponding to the headers have the sensors having the detected initial touch points or not. At last, the initial touch points are filtered off from a plurality of detected touch points on the touch panel, according to initial touch point information recorded in loaded data structures. | 12-29-2011 |
| 20130063370 | SIGNAL PROCESSING METHOD OF A TOUCH PANEL - A signal processing method is employed to operate a touch panel having a first touch sensing unit and plural second touch sensing units adjacent to the first touch sensing unit. In the operation of the method, a first signal is generated through amplifying the first sensing signal of the first touch sensing unit by N times with N equal to the number of the second touch sensing units, a second signal is generated through summing up the second sensing signals of the second touch sensing unit, a difference signal is generated through subtracting the second signal from the first signal, a comparison result is generated through comparing the difference signal with a difference threshold, and finally the comparison result is utilized for judging whether a touch event is occurring to the first touch sensing unit. | 03-14-2013 |
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| 20100071199 | ASSEMBLING MECHANISM - An assembling mechanism for assembling a lens module of a projector to an optical engine base of the projector includes a supporting stage fixed to the optical engine base, a supporting flange fixed to the lens module, a first fastener fixed to the optical engine base, a second fastener selectively engaged with the first fastener and disposed on the lens module around an axis, a first electrical connector fixed to the optical engine base, and a second electrical connector selectively coupled with the first electrical connector and disposed on the lens module. When the supporting flange contacts against the supporting stage and then the second fastener is engaged with the first fastener, the displacement of the supporting flange along the axis and the rotation of the supporting flange about the axis relative to the supporting stage are limited, and the first electrical connector is coupled with the second electrical connector. | 03-25-2010 |
| 20110051099 | ADJUSTING MECHANISM, PROJECTOR, ELECTRONIC WHITEBOARD, AND ADJUSTING METHODS OF PROJECTOR AND ELECTRONIC WHITEBOARD - An electronic whiteboard includes a projection unit, an adjusting mechanism, and a projection screen. The adjusting mechanism includes a fixing base, a rotary plate, and a first screw. The fixing base is adapted to be fixed to a fixing object. The rotary plate is pivotally connected to the fixing base, and is ball jointed to the projection unit. The first screw is locked on the rotary plate, and is ball jointed to the projection unit. The first screw drives the projection unit to rotate relatively to the rotary plate along a first axis when the first screw is rotated. The projection screen is adapted to be fixed to the fixing object. The projection unit is capable of projecting an image beam onto the projection screen. | 03-03-2011 |
| 20120032046 | ADJUSTING MECHANISM AND PROJECTOR HAVING THE SAME - An adjusting mechanism adapted to adjust a position of a projection unit relative to a fixing object is provided. The adjusting mechanism includes a base, a sliding plate, a first screw, and an elastic element. The base is adapted to be fixed to the fixing object. The sliding plate is slidably disposed on the base along a first axis and adapted to be fixed to the projection unit. The first screw is fixed to the sliding plate and screwed to the base, wherein the first screw drives the projection unit to move relatively to the base along the first axis when the first screw is rotated. The elastic element is compressed between the base and the sliding plate along the first axis. | 02-09-2012 |
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| 20100289065 | MEMS INTEGRATED CHIP WITH CROSS-AREA INTERCONNECTION - The present invention discloses a MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical System) integrated chip with cross-area interconnection, comprising: a substrate; a MEMS device area on the substrate; a microelectronic device area on the substrate; a guard ring separating the MEMS device area and the microelectronic device area; and a conductive layer on the surface of the substrate below the guard ring, or a well in the substrate below the guard ring, as a cross-area interconnection electrically connecting the MEMS device area and the microelectronic device area. | 11-18-2010 |
| 20110127620 | MEMS INTEGRATED CHIP AND METHOD FOR MAKING SAME - The present invention discloses a MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical System) chip and a method for making the MEMS chip. The MEMS chip comprises: a first substrate having a first surface and a second surface opposing each other; a microelectronic device area on the first surface; a first MEMS device area on the second surface; and a conductive interconnection structure electrically connecting the microelectronic device area and the first MEMS device area. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110162453 | MASS FOR USE IN A MICRO-ELECTRO-MECHANICAL-SYSTEM SENSOR AND 3-DIMENSIONAL MICRO-ELECTRO-MECHANICAL-SYSTEM SENSOR USING SAME - A 3-dimensional MEMS sensor, comprising: a first axis fixed electrode; a second axis fixed electrode; a third axis fixed electrode; a movable electrode frame including a first axis movable electrode, a second axis movable electrode, a third axis movable electrode, and a connection part connecting the movable electrodes, wherein the first axis movable electrode and the first axis fixed electrode form a first capacitor along the first axis, the second axis movable electrode and the second axis fixed electrode form a second capacitor along the second axis, and the third axis movable electrode and the third axis fixed electrode form a third capacitor along the third axis, the connection part including a center mass, wherein the center mass is at least connected with one of the first, second and third axis movable electrodes, and has an outer periphery and a first interconnecting segment connecting at least two adjacent sides of the outer periphery; at least one spring connecting with the movable electrode frame; and at least one anchor connecting with the spring, wherein the first, second and third axes are not parallel to one another such that they define a 3-dimensional coordinate system. | 07-07-2011 |
| 20110236805 | MEMS lithography mask with improved tungsten deposition topography and method for the same - The present invention discloses a MEMS lithography mask with improved tungsten deposition topography and a method for making the same. The MEMS lithography mask includes: a pattern including at least two sections forming a conjunction with each other, each of the at least two sections having a width not less than a minimum width, the conjunction having a center and a plurality of corners, wherein at least one of the corners is inwardly recessed to reduce a width of the conjunction, the sections being for defining trenches on a substrate to be filled with tungsten as apart of a MEMS device, whereby the lowest height of the tungsten surface is not lower than 80% of the trench height. | 09-29-2011 |
| 20110298136 | MEMS INTEGRATED CHIP WITH CROSS-AREA INTERCONNECTION - The present invention discloses a MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical System) integrated chip with cross-area interconnection, comprising: a substrate; a MEMS device area on the substrate; a microelectronic device area on the substrate; a guard ring separating the MEMS device area and the microelectronic device area; and a conductive layer on the surface of the substrate below the guard ring, or a well in the substrate below the guard ring, as a cross-area interconnection electrically connecting the MEMS device area and the microelectronic device area. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20110304009 | MEMS INTEGRATED CHIP WITH CROSS-AREA INTERCONNECTION - The present invention discloses a MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical System) integrated chip with cross-area interconnection, comprising: a substrate; a MEMS device area on the substrate; a microelectronic device area on the substrate; a guard ring separating the MEMS device area and the microelectronic device area; and a conductive layer on the surface of the substrate below the guard ring, or a well in the substrate below the guard ring, as a cross-area interconnection electrically connecting the MEMS device area and the microelectronic device area. | 12-15-2011 |
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| 20080258636 | LED DRIVER WITH CURRENT SINK CONTROL AND APPLICATIONS OF THE SAME G - A backlight system for use in an LCD display with a driver providing current sink control includes an LED array module, a current feedback circuit, and a current compensation circuit. The LED array module has N columns of LEDs and each LED column has M LEDs connected in serial, wherein the current feedback circuit includes N current feedback units and the current compensation circuit includes N current compensation units, both of the current feedback circuit and the current compensation circuit being electrically coupled to the LED array module. When the backlight system is in operation, a current passes through an LED column, a current feedback unit, and a current compensation unit to generate an output voltage that is used for comparison with a predetermined DC voltage, and the current is compensated based on the results of the comparison. | 10-23-2008 |
| 20100283402 | BACKLIGHT MODULE FOR LCD DEVICE - A backlight module includes a connector capable of performing voltage conversion or a voltage converter capable of transmitting signals. The connector or the voltage converter, disposed between an inverter and a lamp set, receives low-voltage signals generated by the inverter, performs voltage conversion, and outputs high-voltage signals for driving the lamp set. | 11-11-2010 |
| 20120025712 | BACKLIGHT MODULE OF LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY DEVICE - The disclosure provides a backlight module applied to a liquid crystal display device. The backlight module includes: a control circuit for outputting a driving signal according to an analog adjustment signal or a digital adjustment signal; a driving circuit for outputting a lamp voltage according to the driving signal; a fluorescent lamp set, including a plurality of lamps, for receiving the lamp voltage and thereby generating a lamp current; a lamp feedback circuit c for outputting a feedback signal according to the lamp voltage; and a dynamic protection circuit, for dynamically adjusting a protection command signal according to the analog dimming signal or the digital dimming signal, comparing the protection command signal and the feedback signal and thereby outputting a comparing result signal to the control circuit. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20140092659 | WIRELESS POWER TRANSMISSION DEVICE - A wireless power transmission device includes a power transmitter, a first transmission unit, a power receiver, a feedback regulator, a receive controller, and a second transmission unit. The power transmitter is for generating power, and the first transmission unit is for wirelessly transmitting power generated by the power transmitter. The power receiver is for receiving and rectifying the power from the first transmission unit. The feedback regulator is for receiving a feedback signal from the power receiver to generate an AC control signal. The receive controller is for receiving the control signal to generate a driving signal. The second transmission unit is for wirelessly transmitting the control signal to the receive controller. | 04-03-2014 |
| 20140117869 | DISPLAY DEVICE AND WIRELESS POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEM - A display device with wireless power supply from power transmission means is disclosed in the disclosure. The display device comprises a display module, a system controlling module and a wireless power receiving module. The system controlling module is electrically connected to the display module. The wireless power receiving module is electrically connected to the system controlling module. The wireless power receiving module comprises a plurality of near-field coil units. The near-field coil units have individual receiving frequencies and individual output powers. The near-field coil units are configured to resonate with a transmission coil of the power transmission means. According to a transmission frequency on the transmission coil, the near-field coil unit with corresponding receiving frequency generates an electricity supply with a certain output power to the system controlling module. In addition, a wireless power transmission system is also disclosed herein. | 05-01-2014 |
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| 20110076832 | DUAL ETCH METHOD OF DEFINING ACTIVE AREA IN SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE - A method of forming a hardmask for defining shallow trench isolation regions in a semiconductor substrate layer includes the steps of: depositing a hardmask layer over the semiconductor substrate layer; depositing and patterning a first photoresist layer over the hardmask layer; etching the hardmask layer after patterning the first photoresist layer to form an interim hardmask layer having at least one line feature; depositing and patterning a second photoresist layer over the interim hardmask layer; and forming a hardmask, the forming step including etching the interim hardmask layer after patterning the second photoresist layer to define a line end of the at least one line feature. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110127610 | Multiple-Gate Semiconductor Device and Method - A system and method for manufacturing multiple-gate semiconductor devices is disclosed. An embodiment comprises multiple fins, wherein intra-fin isolation regions extend into the substrate less than inter-fin isolation regions. Regions of the multiple fins not covered by the gate stack are removed and source/drain regions are formed from the substrate so as to avoid the formation of voids between the fins in the source/drain region. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20130175578 | IO ESD Device and Methods for Forming the Same - A method includes forming an ESD diode including performing an epitaxy growth to form an epitaxy region comprising silicon and substantially free from germanium. The epitaxy region is doped with a p-type impurity to form a p-type region, wherein the p-type region forms an anode of the ESD diode. | 07-11-2013 |
| 20130224952 | Curved Wafer Processing on Method and Apparatus - An apparatus for and a method of forming a semiconductor structure is provided. The apparatus includes a substrate holder that maintains a substrate such that the processing surface is curved, such as a convex or a concave shape. The substrate is held in place using point contacts, a plurality of continuous contacts extending partially around the substrate, and/or a continuous ring extending completely around the substrate. The processing may include, for example, forming source/drain regions, channel regions, silicides, stress memorization layers, or the like. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20130228866 | Semiconductor Devices and Manufacturing and Design Methods Thereof - Semiconductor devices and manufacturing and design methods thereof are disclosed. In one embodiment, a semiconductor device includes an active FinFET disposed over a workpiece comprising a first semiconductive material, the active FinFET comprising a first fin. An electrically inactive FinFET structure is disposed over the workpiece proximate the active FinFET, the electrically inactive FinFET comprising a second fin. A second semiconductive material is disposed between the first fin and the second fin. | 09-05-2013 |
| 20130230958 | Multiple-Gate Semiconductor Device and Method - A system and method for manufacturing multiple-gate semiconductor devices is disclosed. An embodiment comprises multiple fins, wherein intra-fin isolation regions extend into the substrate less than inter-fin isolation regions. Regions of the multiple fins not covered by the gate stack are removed and source/drain regions are formed from the substrate so as to avoid the formation of voids between the fins in the source/drain region. | 09-05-2013 |
| 20130277744 | IO ESD Device and Methods for Forming the Same - A method includes forming an ESD diode including performing an epitaxy growth to form an epitaxy region comprising silicon and substantially free from germanium. The epitaxy region is doped with a p-type impurity to form a p-type region, wherein the p-type region forms an anode of the ESD diode. | 10-24-2013 |
| 20140252431 | Semiconductor Device Structure and Method of Forming Same - An embodiment is a semiconductor device comprising a first gate structure over a semiconductor substrate, a first etch stop layer (ESL) over the semiconductor substrate and the first gate, the first ESL having a curved top surface, and a first inter-layer dielectric (ILD) on the first ESL, the first ILD having a curved top surface. The semiconductor device further comprises a second ESL on the first ILD, the second ESL having a curved top surface, and a second ILD on the second ESL. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140252432 | Semiconductor Device and Method for Forming the Same - A semiconductor device includes a substrate and a gate structure formed over the substrate. The semiconductor device further includes an insulator feature formed in the substrate. The insulator feature includes an insulating layer and a capping layer over the insulating layer. | 09-11-2014 |
| 20140319462 | BUFFER LAYER OMEGA GATE - A device comprises insulation regions disposed in a substrate and a semiconductor fin extending above top surfaces of the insulation regions. The semiconductor fin comprises a first material. A semiconductor region comprising a second material extends from a first side of the semiconductor fin over a top of the fin to a second side of the fin. A strain buffer layer is disposed between, and contacts, the semiconductor fin and the semiconductor region. The strain buffer layer comprises an oxide, and a bottommost surface of the strain buffer layer is vertically spaced apart from the top surfaces of the insulation regions. | 10-30-2014 |
| 20140361336 | Fin Structure of Semiconductor Device - The disclosure relates to a fin structure of a semiconductor device. An exemplary fin structure for a semiconductor device comprises a lower portion protruding from a major surface of a substrate, wherein the lower portion comprises a first semiconductor material having a first lattice constant; an upper portion having an interface with the lower portion, wherein the upper portion comprises a second semiconductor material having a second lattice constant different from the first lattice constant; a first pair of notches lower than the interface and extending into opposite sides of the lower portion, wherein each first notch have a first width; and a second pair of notches extending into opposite sides of the interface, wherein each second notch have a second width greater than the first width. | 12-11-2014 |
| 20150079753 | Multiple-Gate Semiconductor Device and Method - A system and method for manufacturing multiple-gate semiconductor devices is disclosed. An embodiment comprises multiple fins, wherein intra-fin isolation regions extend into the substrate less than inter-fin isolation regions. Regions of the multiple fins not covered by the gate stack are removed and source/drain regions are formed from the substrate so as to avoid the formation of voids between the fins in the source/drain region. | 03-19-2015 |
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| 20100130059 | BACKLIGHT UNIT AND LAMP SOCKET THEREOF - A lamp socket includes a socket body, a flange and a plurality of support members. The flange is connected to the socket body and protrudes from the socket body horizontally. The plurality of support members are connected to the socket body. At least one engaging groove including at least two engaging widths is formed between the plurality of the support members and the flange, so as to secure the socket body to a bezel. | 05-27-2010 |
| 20100259149 | Lamp Device and Light Source Module with Coil Connecting Tube - A lamp device and a light source module are provided. The lamp device includes a lamp body and a coil connecting tube. The lamp body has an end portion and a lead wire extends from the end portion. The coil connecting tube is disposed corresponding to the end portion of the lamp body and electrically connecting to the lead wire for power supply purpose. The coil connecting tube winds about an axial direction of the lamp body and is capable of stretching or compressing along the axial direction. The light source module includes the lamp device and a lamp connector which has a power source portion being coupled to the coil connecting tube for power supply. | 10-14-2010 |
| 20100323556 | BACKLIGHT UNIT AND LAMP SOCKET THEREOF - A lamp socket includes a socket body, a flange and a plurality of support members. The flange is connected to the socket body and protrudes from the socket body horizontally. The plurality of support members are connected to the socket body. At least one engaging groove including at least two engaging widths is formed between the plurality of the support members and the flange, so as to secure the socket body to a bezel. | 12-23-2010 |
| 20120068045 | Film-Carrying System and a Film-Carrying Device Used Therein - A film-carrying system and a film-carrying device used therein are provided. The film-carrying system includes a support base, a film-carrying device and a film. The film-carrying device includes a support connection part, an elastic part, and a film connection part. The support connection part is coupled to the support base while the film connection part is coupled to the film. The elastic part has a free end and a fixed end; the free end connects to the film connection part, and the fixed end connects to the support connection part. The elastic deformation of the elastic part provides the film connection part with a degree of freedom in linear displacement, and the film connection part also has a degree of freedom in angular displacement corresponding to the support connection part. | 03-22-2012 |
| 20120068046 | Film-Carrying System and a Film-Carrying Device Used Therein - A film-carrying system and a film-carrying device used therein are provided. The film-carrying system includes a support base, a film-carrying device and a film. The film-carrying device includes a support connection part, an elastic part, and a film connection part. The support connection part is coupled to the support base while the film connection part is coupled to the film. The elastic part has a free end and a fixed end; the free end connects to the film connection part, and the fixed end connects to the support connection part. The elastic deformation of the elastic part provides the film connection part with a degree of freedom in linear displacement, and the film connection part also has a degree of freedom in angular displacement corresponding to the support connection part. | 03-22-2012 |
| 20120115357 | BACKLIGHT UNIT AND LAMP SOCKET THEREOF - A lamp socket includes a socket body, a flange and a plurality of support members. The flange is connected to the socket body and protrudes from the socket body horizontally. The plurality of support members are connected to the socket body. At least one engaging groove including at least two engaging widths is formed between the plurality of the support members and the flange, so as to secure the socket body to a bezel. | 05-10-2012 |
| 20130038208 | Lamp Device and Light Source Module with Coil Connecting Tube - A lamp device and a light source module are provided. The lamp device includes a lamp body and a coil connecting tube. The lamp body has an end portion and a lead wire extends from the end portion. The coil connecting tube is disposed corresponding to the end portion of the lamp body and electrically connecting to the lead wire for power supply purpose. The coil connecting tube winds about an axial direction of the lamp body and is capable of stretching or compressing along the axial direction. The light source module includes the lamp device and a lamp connector which has a power source portion being coupled to the coil connecting tube for power supply. | 02-14-2013 |
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| 20110044544 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR RECOGNIZING OBJECTS IN AN IMAGE BASED ON CHARACTERISTICS OF THE OBJECTS - A characteristics-based image recognition method for recognizing objects in an image is implemented using an image sensor and a register. The image sensor has a plurality of pixel sensing elements. The method includes: setting a grayscale threshold value of the image; acquiring pixel values of each row sequentially in the image; identifying a background region and linear image segments of the objects in the image according to the grayscale threshold value; identifying the objects to which the linear image segments belong according to a spatial correlation between a newly detected linear image segment and a previously detected linear image segment; associating collected information of the linear image segments with the identified objects to which the linear image segments belong; and distinguishing the identified objects from each other based on solid, ring-shaped, long and short characteristics. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110317146 | OPTICAL DISTANCE DETECTION SYSTEM - There is provided an optical distance detection system which includes a light source and a detection device. The light source is configured to illuminate a surface of an object. The detection device is configured to receive a reflected light from the surface of the object and to output a distance of the object according to the reflected light. The detection device includes a sensing module and a calculation module. The sensing module is configured to receive the reflected light to accordingly generate an image. The calculation module is for outputting the distance according to a light spot position and a light spot size of the reflected light forming on the image. | 12-29-2011 |
| 20120113000 | CURSOR CONTROL METHOD AND APPARATUS - A cursor control method for controlling a cursor on an image display includes: providing at least two reference points for generating light of a predetermined spectrum and defining a predetermined area; providing an image sensor pointing inside the predetermined area; receiving the light of the predetermined spectrum by the image sensor to form a digital image; identifying positions and shapes of the images of the reference points on the digital image to form a first parameter; performing distance and angle compensations on the first parameter; moving the aiming point of the image sensor inside the predetermined area to form a second parameter; and calculating an displacement of the images of the reference points on the digital image according to the compensated first and second parameters so as to accordingly control the cursor. The present invention further provides a cursor control apparatus. | 05-10-2012 |
| 20130100023 | CLICK-EVENT DETECTION DEVICE - There is provided a click-event detection device including a light source, a light control unit, an image sensor and a processing unit. The light control unit is configured to control the light source to illuminate a finger. The image sensor receives reflected light from the finger to accordingly output a plurality of bright image frames and dark image frames. The processing unit is configured to calculate a differential image characteristic between the bright image frames and the dark image frames, to determine a plurality of operating states according to the differential image characteristic, to count a residence time at each of the operating states, and to identify a click-event according to the operating states and the residence time. | 04-25-2013 |
| 20130285899 | METHOD FOR OUTPUTTING COMMAND BY DETECTING OBJECT MOVEMENT AND SYSTEM THEREOF - The present invention discloses a method for outputting a command by detecting a movement of an object, which includes the following steps. First, an image capturing device captures images generated by the movement of the object at different timings by. Next, a motion trajectory is calculated according to the plurality of images. Further next, a corresponding command is outputted according to the motion trajectory. The present invention also provides a system which employs the above-mentioned method. | 10-31-2013 |
| 20130342442 | INPUT SYSTEM - An input system includes a first gesture detection unit and a second gesture detection unit. The first gesture detection unit includes a first light emitting device for emitting a first light beam, a first light sensing device for receiving the first light beam reflected by a first motion trajectory generated by a user and outputting a first image signal, and a first processing unit for processing the first image signal and outputting a first command signal. The second gesture detection unit includes a second light emitting device for emitting a second light beam, a second light sensing device for receiving the second light beam reflected by a second motion trajectory generated by the user and outputting a second image signal, and a second processing unit for processing the second image signal and outputting a second command signal. | 12-26-2013 |
| 20140022371 | PUPIL DETECTION DEVICE - A pupil detection device includes an active light source, an image sensor and a processing unit. The active light source emits light toward an eyeball. The image sensor captures at least one image frame of the eyeball to be served as an image to be identified. The processing unit is configured to calculate a minimum gray value in the image to be identified and to identify a plurality of pixels surrounding the minimum gray value and having gray values within a gray value range as a pupil area. | 01-23-2014 |
| 20140111632 | PUPIL DETECTION DEVICE - There is provided a pupil tracking device including an active light source, an image sensor and a processing unit. The active light source emits light toward an eyeball alternatively in a first brightness value and a second brightness value. The image sensor captures a first brightness image corresponding to the first brightness value and a second brightness image corresponding to the second brightness value. The processing unit identifies a brightest region at corresponding positions of the first brightness image and the second brightness image as an active light image. | 04-24-2014 |
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| 20100127993 | LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY APPARATUS WITH TOUCH INPUT FUNCTION - A liquid crystal display apparatus with touch input function includes a display unit coupling to a first scanning line, a touch transistor, a touch-sensing device, and a touch-detecting circuit coupling to a sensing line. The touch transistor includes a gate coupling to a second scanning line, a first terminal, and a second terminal coupling to the sensing line. The touch-sensing device includes a first conductor coupling to the first terminal of the touch transistor, a second conductor coupling to the first scanning line, and a touch conductor configured to electrically connect the first conductor and the second conductor when a sensing region of the liquid crystal display apparatus is touched. | 05-27-2010 |
| 20100220068 | Method for Mitigating Pooling Mura on Liquid Crystal Display Apparatus and Liquid Crystal Display Apparatus - A method for mitigating pooling mura on LCD apparatus and a LCD apparatus are provided. The method is adapted for a LCD apparatus having a plurality of pixels. The LCD apparatus is for displaying frames according to a received original display data, and each of at least a part of the pixels comprises two pixel electrodes to drive a plurality of liquid crystal molecules between the two pixel electrodes. The method comprises changing a corresponding portion of the original display data so as to rotate at least a part of the liquid crystal molecules between the two pixel electrodes of the pressed pixel toward a natural angle; and maintaining another corresponding portion of the original display data. The natural angle is a finally-presented tilt angle of the liquid crystal molecules between the corresponding two pixel electrodes having substantially no potential difference therebetween. | 09-02-2010 |
| 20100225605 | LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY PANEL, LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF - A LCD panel comprises a first substrate and the second substrate. The first substrate comprises a pixel, a sensor pad arranged adjacent to the pixel, a switch electrically coupled to the sensor pad, a pixel gate line electrically coupled to the pixel, a sensor gate line electrically coupled to the switch, and a readout line. The second substrate comprises a sensing device protruding form the second substrate, and a conducting layer covering on the sensing device and electrically coupled to a predetermined power. When assembling the second substrate with the first substrate, the sensing device is opposite to the sensor pad. When pressing the second substrate, the conducting layer covering on the sensing device contacts with the sensor pad. The sensor gate line controls on/off state of the switch to determine whether the sensor pad is electrically conducted with the readout line. | 09-09-2010 |
| 20100309146 | TOUCH PANEL AND DISPLAY DEVICE - A touch panel includes at least a warning sensor. When an external force applied onto the touch panel reaches a predetermined strength so as to contact a top warning electrode to a bottom warning electrode, the warning sensor will be turned on in order to warn the user to reduce the external force so as to prevent the touch panel from being damaged by the external force. | 12-09-2010 |
| 20100315361 | TOUCH-POINT COORDINATE DETECTING METHOD - A method for detecting touch-point coordinates includes: scanning a plurality of signal points in sequence to generate a plurality of original data including a plurality of original touch point data; performing a grouping algorithm for the original touch point data to group the original touch point data into a plurality of group sets; and calculating a barycentric coordinate of each of the group sets and outputting the barycentric coordinate as a touch-point coordinate of each of the group sets. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20110074711 | FLAT DISPLAY, TOUCH DEVICE AND TOUCH DETECTING METHOD - A touch device is disposed on a substrate having a plurality of scan lines. The touch device comprises a plurality of readout lines and a plurality of sensors. The readout lines and the scan lines are intersected with each other, and the sensors are electrically coupled to the corresponding scan lines and the corresponding readout lines respectively. A scan signal is introduced into the scan lines in sequence to control whether turning on the sensors, and the scan signal comprises at least one first turn-on pulse and a second turn-on pulse to simultaneously turn on at least two sensors which are electrically coupled to different scan lines. | 03-31-2011 |
