СПОСОБ И УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ВЫПОЛНЕНИЯ СКВОЗНЫХ СОЕДИНЕНИЙ В ПОДЛОЖКАХ И ПЕЧАТНЫХ ПЛАТАХ

... 1. Способ выполнения сквозных соединений в гибких подложках (1) для обеспечения электрического контакта между двумя расположенными на противоположных поверхностях (1a, 1b) подложки (1) электропроводными контактными участками (4, 41; 6, 61), при осуществлении которого в зоне этих контактных участков (4, 41) в подложке (1) режущим инструментом (9) выполняют прорезаемую под наклоном к ее поверхностям (1а, 1b) прорезь (11), отличающийся тем, что за одну рабочую операцию совместно с выполнением в подложке наклонной прорези (11) оба примыкающих к ней участка (20, 30) подложки смещают относительно друг друга, разводя их во взаимно противоположные стороны до тех пор, пока они не заскочат один за другой. 2. Способ по п.1, отличающийся тем, что обращенные друг к другу участки (20, 30) подложки смещают относительно друг друга, разводя их во взаимно противоположные стороны, с помощью отдельного толкателя (12) и/или предусмотренного на режущем инструменте захватывающего приспособления (15). 3. Способ ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ЗАМЕНЫ ЭЛЕКТРОДА, ОБЛАДАЮЩЕЕ ПОВЫШЕННОЙ БЕЗОПАСНОСТЬЮ

... 1. Устройство для удаления электрода (8) из оправки (6) инструмента (2) для удержания электрода и/или для установки электрода (8) в оправку инструмента (2) для удержания электрода, образующего часть сварочного устройства и удаляемого из сварочного устройства перед удалением или установкой электрода, содержащее первую часть (12), предназначенную для вмещения инструмента (2) для удержания электрода, при этом электрод (8) выступает, по меньшей мере, частично наружу из первой части (12), и содержащую средство остановки инструмента (2) для удержания электрода при его перемещении и при его повороте; и вторую часть (14), установленную вокруг первой части (12) и предназначенную для закрывания части электрода (8), выступающей наружу - из первой части (12), при этом вторая часть (14) выполнена с возможностью ее отделения от первой части (12) в результате ее скольжения вдоль электрода (8) и выполнена с возможностью вращения относительно неподвижной части (14), когда она ее окружает, причем вторая ...

ELEKTROCHEMISCHE ANWENDUNGEN VON AMORPHEN FLUOROPOLYMEREN

MEMS-Strukturen mit planarem Hohlraum und verwandte Strukturen, Herstellungsverfahren und Design-Strukturen

Es werden Strukturen mikroelektromechanischer Systeme (MEMS) mit planarem Hohlraum, Herstellungsverfahren und Design-Strukturen bereitgestellt. Das Verfahren weist das Bilden mindestens eines Hohlraums (60a, 60b) eines mikroelektromechanischen Systems (MEMS), welcher eine planare Fläche aufweist, unter Anwendung eines reversen Damaszener-Verfahrens auf.

Pins array assembling device has body, which positively receives each end of pins spaced from printed board in direction of pins axis and in form fitting manner against tilting of pins axis, where body is pulled out after assembling pins

The device has a body (20), which positively receives each end of the pins (12) spaced from the printed board in the direction of axis of the pins and in form fitting manner against tilting of the axis of the pins. The body is pulled out after assembling the pins and the suction surface (26) is formed at the body. The surface is spaced from the pins, is formed. The body possesses bushing (22) for a griping admission of the pins.

Vorrichtung zur Montage von Stiften auf einer Leiterplatte

Vorrichtung zur Montage von in wenigstens einer Reihe von einander beabstandet angeordneten, zur elektrischen Kontaktierung dienenden Stiften (12) auf einer Leiterplatte (16), mit einem isolierenden Körper, der die Stifte (12) aufnimmt, in der beabstandeten Anordnung der Reihe positioniert und axial ausrichtet, und mit einer Ansaugfläche zur Erfassung der Reihe der Stifte (12) für die Montage durch einen Bestückungsautomaten, wobei der Körper (20) jeweils das von der Leiterplatte (16) abgewandte Ende der Stifte (12) in Richtung der Achse der Stifte (12) kraftschlüssig und gegen ein Verkippen der Achse der Stifte (12) formschlüssig aufnimmt, dass der Körper (20) nach der Montage von den Stiften (12) abziehbar ist und dass die Ansaugfläche (26) an dem Körper (20) an dessen von den Stiften (12) abgewandter Oberfläche ausgebildet ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Körper (20) Buchsen (22) für eine klemmende Aufnahme der Stifte (12) aufweist, dass die Buchsen (22) auf der der Leiterplatte ...

Method for optimizing configuration of pick-and-place machine

Manufacture of polymeric type positive temperature coefficient resistor devices

Apparatus and method for producing polymeric type positive temperature coefficient resistor devices takes a strip of PTC material (100) preferably produced by a continuous extrusion and lamination process and cuts discrete devices (10) from the strip. The cutter (42) cuts the devices to a precise predetermined length and the resistance of each device is measured (45) as it is cut. The predetermined length of each successive device to be cut is determined based on a desired resistance value of the device and the length and measured resistance of the just cut device. Printing station (55) adds indicia to the devices indicating relevant information about the devices.

Quick mount relay apparatus and method of installation

A photovoltaic panel with a protective element

A photovoltaic panel (10) comprising a back plate (12), a front sheet (20) and a photovoltaic cell (30, Figure 4) disposed between the back plate (12) and the front sheet (20). The photovoltaic panel (10) comprises a protective element (26, 27) which extends along an edge of the front sheet (20) without extending beyond an uppermost surface of the front sheet (20). The protective element 26, 27 (Figure 2 , Figure 3 or 22, 24 Figure 1) may be "T" or "L" shape in cross section. The front sheet 20 may be shot blasted toughened glass. The photovoltaic panel may include a snap fit electrical connector. A method of installing a photovoltaic panel on a structure preferably by using a hook is also disclosed.

Micro-electro-mechanical system structures

Planar cavity mems and related structures, methods of manufacture and design structures

Establishment of electrodes in a liquid.

Method for applying an electronic assembly to a substrate and a device for applying said assembly

Method for applying an electronic assembly to a substrate and a device for applying said assembly.

Method for applying an electronic assembly to a substrate and a device for applying said assembly

Establishment of electrodes in a liquid.

Method for applying an electronic assembly to a substrate and a device for applying said assembly

Establishment of electrodes in a liquid.

MANUFACTURING PROCESS FOR A WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICE AND MANUFACTURE DEVICE

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR ADDING AT LEAST TWO CONSTRUCTION UNITS

RETAINING TOOL AND PROCEDURE FOR FASTENING AN ELECTRONIC CONSTRUCTION UNIT AND TOP PLATE MANUFACTURE UNIT

RETAINING/CTRANSFER CLAMPING DEVICE AND ATTITUDE/ÜBERFÜHRUNGSVERFAHREN

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF PHOTOVOLTAI MODULES

LIGHTWEIGHTY AUDIO SYSTEM FOR APPLICATIONS OF AUTOMOBILES AND EQUIVALENT PROCEDURE

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR THE WINDING OF FIELD COILS.

METHOD AND DEVICE TO OSCILLATION CONTROL

BIPOLAR PLATES FOR GAS CELLS AND THESE PLATES CONTAINING GAS CELL

ELECTRO-CHEMICAL USES OF AMORPHOUS FLUOROPOLYMEREN

Fine pitch component placement method and apparatus

Laying device, contacting device, advancing system, laying and contacting unit, production system, method for the production and a transponder unit

Lighting assembly having a heat dissipating housing

Component for a hearing aid and a method of making a component for a hearing aid

A method and system for magnetically assisted statistical assembly of wafers

SOLAR CELL STRINGING MACHINE

Helical shed

Electrically screening housing

Method and apparatus for integrated-battery devices

FUEL CELL MANUFACTURING DEVICE AND FUEL CELL

There are disclosed a fuel cell manufacturing device in which a time of an assembling operation of a fuel cell can be reduced, and the fuel cell. A fuel cell manufacturing device 30 is for use in manufacturing a fuel cell having a cell component 31 including a plurality of stacked cells 2, and a pressurizing component 32 which pressurizes the cell component 31 in a stacking direction, and the device includes a first displacement measurement section 35 which measures a displacement in a case where a defined load is applied to the cell component 31, and a second displacement measurement section 45 which measures a displacement in a case where a defined load is applied to the pressurizing component 32. During the assembling operation, a shim for length adjustment having a thickness corresponding to the displacements is selected, and this shim is arranged between the cell component 31 and the pressurizing component 32.

APPARATUS FOR MOUNTING CHIP TYPE CIRCUIT ELEMENT ON PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS

LAYING DEVICE, CONTACTING DEVICE, ADVANCING SYSTEM, LAYING AND CONTACTING UNIT, PRODUCTION SYSTEM, METHOD FOR THE PRODUCTION AND A TRANSPONDER UNIT

ELECTRICAL CONNECTING TERMINAL

LOCKING HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE PLUG

A locking plug comprises a plug body having an opening and an actuator th at moves between a first position where a locking tab is biased to protrude from the opening and a second position where the locking tab is positioned w thin the opening.

A PHOTOVOLTAIC PANEL

A photovoltaic panel (10) comprising a back plate (12), a front sheet (20) and a photovoltaic cell (30) disposed between the back plate (12) and the front sheet (20), wherein the photovoltaic panel (10) comprises a protective element (22, 24) which extends along an edge of the front sheet (20) without extending beyond an uppermost surface of the front sheet (20).

VERTICALLY SEPARATED PASS THROUGH CONVEYOR SYSTEM AND METHOD IN SURFACE MOUNT TECHNOLOGY PROCESS EQUIPMENT

Disclosed herein is an apparatus for depositing viscous material on an electronic substrate. The apparatus comprises a frame, an assembly material applicator coupled to the frame and configured to apply assembly material to the electronic substrate, a substrate support assembly, coupled to the frame, configured to support and secure the electronic substrate in a material application position, and a transport system, coupled to the frame, to shuttle electronic substrates to and from the substrate support assembly, the transport system including an upper track and a lower track disposed below the upper track.

COATED STAINLESS-STEEL/COPPER WELD FOR ELECTROPLATING CATHODE

A copper welding rod is used in an arc-welding operation to form a bead that joins a copper starter sheet and a stainless steel hanger bar. The amperage level of the arc-welding equipment is set to generate heat at the weld site which is above the melting point of copper and below the melting point of stainless steel. This results in a welded joint between the copper bead and the hanger bar and a brazed joint between the copper bead and the starter sheet. Since brazing produces little or no fusion, the area of contact between the two dissimilar metals is limited to the interface between them, which significantly reduces the damaging effects of galvanic corrosion. Another improvement lies in the application of a corrosion- resistant metallic coating on the joint between the hanger bar and the starter sheet using a high velocity oxygen fuel flame spray technique.

CABLE AND CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE

A cable assembly apparatus for coupling a connector to a cable having a base supporting an interface pedestal dimensioned to receive the connector; an inductor coil coupled to an inductor coil actuator operable to move the inductor coil between a load position and an operation position proximate th e interface pedestal; a grip clamp operable by a clamp actuator to move between an open position and a closed position above the interface pedestal; and a temperature sensor configured to read a temperature proximate the interface pedestal. A method for using the apparatus retains the pre- assembled connector and cable in an aligned orientation for controlled heating by the induction heater to heat a solder preform to solder the connector to an outer conductor of the cable.

LIGHTING ASSEMBLY HAVING A HEAT DISSIPATING HOUSING

A lighting assembly and a method for manufacturing a lighting assembly ar e provided. The lighting assembly includes a light module including a lighti ng element, and an enclosure having a recess for receiving and housing the l ight module. The lighting assembly also includes a thermally conductive core connected to the light module through the enclosure. The lighting assembly further includes a housing mounted in thermal contact with the core and the enclosure, so as to cause the housing to dissipate heat to an ambient atmosp here.

CENTRALIZED ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

Implementations of the present invention comprise systems, methods, and apparatus for distributing electric power to a plurality of access points within a plurality of spaces. In particular, implementations of the present invention allow for the distribution of electric power from a centralized panel manager, to one or more access points without the use of zone boxes. For example, a panel manager for distributing electric power in accordance with an implementation of the present invention can include a housing configured to allow at least one main input therein. The panel manager can also include a plurality of planar connection interfaces secured within the housing. The planar connection interface can be configured to mate with planar electrical connectors for the distribution of electric power to the plurality of access points.

FOLDED FIN HEAT SINK ASSEMBLY

A folded fin heat sink assembly and a method of fabricating a folded fin heat sink assembly for use as a cooling solution in micro-electronics and/or telecommunication applications. The heat sink assembly is formed by placing a sheet or paste of Sn-Zn solder upon a copper base plate, placing one or more aluminum folded fin assemblies on the solder sheet or paste, heating the base plate, the folded fin assembly and the solder to a temperature exceeding the liquidus temperature of the solder and allowing the solder to flow, and cooling the solder to form a soldered joint between the base plate and the folded fin assembly.

APPARATUS FOR MAKING A TRANSFORMER CORE COMPRISING STRIPS OFAMORPHOUS STEEL WRAPPED AROUND THE CORE WINDOW

This wrapping apparatus comprises a belt nester for wrapping stacks of thin amorphous steel strips about an arbor. The belt nester includes (a) a belt wrapped about the arbor and movable along its length to impart rotary motion to the arbor and (b) means for successively feeding individual ones of the stacks into the space between the belt and the arbor. The wrapping apparatus further comprises means defining a first substantially-flat surface upon which the stacks are supported as they are fed into the space between the belt and the arbor and additional means defining a second substantially-flat surface extending parallel to the first flat surface. Control means operates when a stack that is being wrapped on the arbor passes between said flat surfaces to bias one of the flat surfaces toward the other and to compress the stack between the two flat surfaces as the stack is wrapped. This compression removes wrinkles from the strips, removes air pockets from between the strips, and enables ...

APPARATUS FOR MAKING A TRANSFORMER CORE COMPRISING STRIPS OFAMORPHOUS STEEL WRAPPED AROUND THE CORE WINDOW

This wrapping apparatus comprises a belt nester for wrapping stacks of thin amorphous steel strips about ar arbor. The belt nester includes (a) a belt wrapped about the arbor and movable along its length to impart rotary motion to the arbor and (b) means for successively feeding individual ones of the stacks into the space between the belt and the arbor. The wrapping apparatus further comprises means defining a first substantially-flat surface upon which the stacks are supported as they are fed into the space between the belt and the arbor and additional means defining a second substantially-flat surface extending parallel to the first flat surface. Control means operates when a stack that is being wrapped on the arbor passes between said flat surfaces to bias one of the flat surfaces toward the other and to compress the stack between the two flat surfaces as the stack is wrapped. This compression removes wrinkles from the strips, removes air pockets from between the strips, and enables ...

ELECTRICALLY SCREENING HOUSING

The invention concerns an electrically screening housing (1) for accommodati ng and electromagnetically screening components or assemblies (C) which emit electromagnetic radiation or are sensitive thereto. The housing (1) comprise s at least two parts (2, 3) with electrically screening walls, a sealing eleme nt (4) being provided in an adhesive manner on at least one housing part (2) in the region of a join with the other housing part (3). The sealing element (4 ) and at least one portion of the housing part (2) bearing the latter are made of substantially non-conductive material and, for electromagnetic screening purposes, are covered with a cohesive electrically conductive layer (6.1) which extends at least over the entire width of the join and adheres to the sealing element (4) and the housing part.

Einrichtung zum Einpressen des Nutenvorschlussstückes für in den Nuten des Eisenkörpers einer elektrischen Maschine eingelegte Wicklungsstäbe oder -spulen

DEVICE FOR FASTENING CHIP-WELL-BEHAVED CIRCUIT ELEMENTS TO A PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD FOR PRINTED CIRCUITS.

Procedure for the production of a leader staff for the stator of an electrical machine, in particular a generator, as well as device for the production of a leader staff.

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zur Herstellung eines Leiterstabs (1) für den Stator eines Generators, welcher Leiterstab (1) eine Mehrzahl von innenliegenden Teilleitern (2) umfasst, die aussen von einer Isolierung (3) umgeben sind, welche ein um die Teilleiter (2) herumgewickeltes Isolierband umfasst, wobei das um die Teilleiter herumgewickelte Isolierband mit einem Imprägnierfluid imprägniert wird. Der Leiterstab (1) wird nach der Imprägnierung des Isolierbands und zumindest zeitweise während einer Aushärtungsphase verdichtet. Eine Vorrichtung ist ebenfalls vorgesehen, die so ausgestaltet ist, zumindest zeitweise während einer Aushärtungsphase des imprägnierten Isolierbands zumindest einen axialen Abschnitt des Leiterstabs (1) zu verdichten.

СПОСОБ И УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ УСТАНОВКИ ЭЛЕКТРОДОВ В ЖИДКОСТИ

Способ и устройство, в которых установка электродов в области жидкости достигается при помощи сердечника из магнитопроводящего материала, окружающего боковую стенку, содержащую область жидкости, причем сердечник из магнитопроводящего материала проходит через первичную обмотку, находящуюся под напряжением от электрического сигнала, а соответствующие части области жидкости на противоположных сторонах магнитопроводящего сердечника соединены каналом, содержащим жидкость, причем канал и жидкость позволяют обеспечить выбранное электрическое сопротивление.

Plating uniformity control by contact ring shaping

High-speed RFID circuit placement method and device

A high-speed process includes removing chips or interposers from a carrier web having a first pitch and transferring the chips or interposers to electrical components, such as RFID antenna structures, on a moving web having a second pitch. According to one method, a transfer drum (34) transfers chips or interposers (38) to a moving web (40) of electrical components (42) by picking a chip when the transfer drum is stationary, and transferring the chip to the moving web when the transfer drum is rotating such that a tangential velocity of the transfer drum is substantially equal to the linear velocity of the moving web.

Electric energy module assembling system

Used for sawing apparatus and method for electronic element

Method for generation of electrically conducting surface structures, apparatus therefor and use

Disclosed is a method for generating conductive surface patterns on a substrate by coating the substrate with a predetermined pattern of electrically conductive particles or of particles of a material that can be converted by heating into an electrically conducting material, and sintering or melting the coated substrate by means of electromagnetic radiation and by applying an antenna for said electromagnetic radiation in the vicinity of the predetermined pattern. The process is easy to implement, needs only low energy, is very fast and can be used to generate electrically conductive patterns at low cost.

WELDING OR SOLDERING DEVICE

Apparatus for the manufacture of coaxial cables

PROCESS AND TOOLS Of INSERTION OF FERRITES IN an ELECTRIC CONNECTOR FILTER

DEVICE Of ASSEMBLY Of an ANTENNA

La présente invention a pour objet un dispositif d'assemblage des composants d'une antenne de type panneau comprenant au moins un élément rayonnant d'une antenne, comprenant un pied surmonté d'un plan rayonnant. Le dispositif d'assemblage comprend une pièce diélectrique comportant une zone centrale comprenant un premier moyen de fixation coopérant avec l'élément rayonnant, des zones latérales comprenant des deuxièmes moyens de fixation coopérant avec des rebords longitudinaux de la structure mécanique de l'antenne, une zone intermédiaire comprenant un troisième moyen de liaison flexible entre le premier moyen de fixation et les deuxièmes moyens de fixation.

BIPOLAR PLATES FOR COMBUSTIBLE BATTERY AND COMBUSTIBLE BATTERY INCLUDING/UNDERSTANDING THESE PLATES

L'invention a trait à une plaque bipolaire pour pile à combustible comprenant sur au moins l'une de ses faces au moins une cannelure susceptible de former avec la surface d'une électrode adjacente au moins un canal de distribution de gaz, dans laquelle ledit canal de distribution a une forme ou géométrie telle qu'elle permette d'éloigner le liquide de l'écoulement diphasique circulant dans ledit canal de ladite surface d'électrode. L'invention a également trait à un procédé de préparation d'une telle plaque bipolaire et à une pile à combustible comprenant au moins une de ces plaques bipolaires.

MAGNETIC DETECTION APPARATUS

SEMICONDUCTOR SUBSTRATE JIG AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING A SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE

ELECTRODE FORMING METHOD AND ELECTRODE FORMING APPARATUS

PLANAR CAVITY MEMS AND RELATED STRUCTURES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND DESIGN STRUCTURES

APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING AN INDUCTOR

The present invention relates to an special-purpose apparatus for producing an electronic inductor. The apparatus comprises a coil winder, a sensor for localizing and a spot welde, in which the coil winder comprises a brushless d.c. motor, a Single Chip Micyoco(SCM) for controlling the motor and a display screen, and the sensor for localizing is connected to a rotational axis of the d. c. motor of the coil winder, because the apparatus has multi-function, it can accomplish winding the coil, localizing, removing the painting, welding and testing the electrical characteristic at the same time and much of the hand work is replaced by the apparatus, not only the productivity is improved greatly, but also the apparatus can insure the product quality. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

WORK INSERTION APPARATUS

COMPONENTE ELÉTRICO COM ENROLAMENTO E DERIVAÇÃO

método e aparelho para estabelecer eletrodos em uma região de um líquido

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MANUFACTURING SOLID ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITOR

Bonding machine incorporating dual-track transfer mechanism

Electrode forming method and electrode forming apparatus

PRODUCTION LINE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF MULTIPLE SIZED PHOTOVOLTAIC DEVICES

Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to a system used to form solar cell devices using processing modules adapted to perform one or more processes in the formation of the solar cell devices. In one embodiment, the system is adapted to form thin film solar cell devices by accepting a large unprocessed substrate and performing multiple deposition, material removal, cleaning, bonding, testing, and sectioning processes to form multiple complete, functional, and tested solar cell devices that can then be shipped to an end user for installation in a desired location to generate electricity. The system is adapted to receive a single large substrate and form multiple silicon thin film solar cell devices from the single large substrate.

SINGLE DIFFERENTIAL TRANSFORMER CORE

An integrated circuit is disclosed. The integrated circuit includes a primary coil. The integrated circuit also includes a first secondary coil that acts as a first transformer with the primary coil. The integrated circuit further includes a second secondary coil that acts as a second transformer with the primary coil. The primary coil, the first secondary coil and the second secondary coil have a layout on the integrated circuit to minimize coupling between the first secondary coil and the second secondary coil.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A CONTACT FOR SOLAR CELLS

The invention relates to a method for producing a contact for solar cells (30) arranged in a laminated solar panel (1), wherein the solar cells (30) are coated on both sides of the main surfaces thereof with at least one layer and before a lamination step the solar cells (30) are connected with electrically-conducting connectors (31, 33), the electrically conducting connectors (31, 33) being arranged in the solar panel for laminating such as to be completely laminated within the solar panel (1) after the lamination step. After the lamination step a contact region (35) of the electrically-conducting connector (33) is exposed, wherein at least one of the layers covering the solar cells is completely punched through in the corresponding region, in particular by stripping. The contact region (35) of the electrically-conducting connector (33) can then be contacted by means of an externally-accessible contact element. The incorporation of the connector (31, 33) can be automated as the electrical ...

APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING CAPACITOR ELEMENT MEMBER

The present invention relates to an apparatus for producing a comb-like capacitor element member including a guide member (3) and a plurality of rectangular metal foil pieces (2) bonded to the guide member (3), comprising an automatic feed mechanism (20) for feeding tape-like foil by a constant length toward the guide member (3), a bonding mechanism (51) for bonding the metal foil (1) to the guide member (3), and a cutting mechanism (40) for cutting the bonded metal foil. According to the apparatus of the present invention, a comb-like capacitor element member having a plurality of rectangular metal foil pieces bonded can be produced efficiently, by bonding the elongated tape-like metal foil (1) without damaging it.

LIGHTWEIGHT AUDIO SYSTEM FOR AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS AND METHOD

A lightweight radio/CD player for vehicular application is virtually "fastenerless" and includes a case and frontal interface formed of polymer based material that is molded to provide details to accept audio devices such as playback mechanisms (if desired) and radio receivers, as well as the circuit boards required for electrical control and display. The case and frontal interface are of composite structure, including an insert molded electrically conductive wire mesh screen that has been pre-formed to contour with the molding operation. The wire mesh provides EMC, RFI, BCI and ESD shielding and grounding of the circuit boards via exposed wire mesh pads and adjacent ground clips. The PCB architecture is bifurcated into a first board carrying common circuit components in a surface mount configuration suitable for high volume production, and a second board carrying application specific circuit components in a wave soldered stick mount configuration.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR RAPID BATTERY EXCHANGE IN ELECTRIC VEHICLES

A system and method for the rapid exchange of batteries in an electric vehicle. The electric vehicle contains a removable battery housed in the vehicle's undercarriage. The electric vehicle moves through the exchange system either by propelling itself or by being propelled by the system. As the vehicle is propelled forward, the removable battery within the vehicle is unlocked from the vehicle and replaced with a charged battery. The charged battery forces the removable battery out of the rear of the vehicle as the vehicle moves forward through the exchange. The vehicle remains powered throughout the exchange process. Once the charged battery is aligned in position under the vehicle and connected to the vehicle through corresponding contacts, the charged battery is located into place in the vehicle's undercarriage and the vehicle is ready for additional driving.

LIGHTWEIGHT AUDIO SYSTEM FOR AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS AND METHOD

A lightweight radio/CD player for vehicular application is virtually "fastenerless" and includes a case and frontal interface formed of polymer based material that is molded to provide details to accept audio devices such as playback mechanisms (if desired) and radio receivers, as well as the circuit boards required for electrical control and display. The case and frontal interface are of composite structure, including an insert molded electrically conductive wire mesh screen that has been pre-formed to contour with the molding operation. The wire mesh provides EMC, RFI, BCI and ESD shielding and grounding of the circuit boards via exposed wire mesh pads and adjacent ground clips. The PCB architecture is bifurcated into a first board carrying common circuit components in a surface moun configuration suitable for high volume production, and a second board carrying application specific circuit components in a wave soldered stick mount configuration.

FIXTURE PALLET APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATED ASSEMBLY OF FUEL CELL MATERIAL LAYERS

A first fixture of a transportable fixture apparatus incorporates a substantially porous first region adapted to receive one or more porous and/or non-porous first material layers, such as fuel cell layers, and to facilitate formation of a vacuum between the first fixture and the first material layers. A second fixture incorporates a substantially porous second region adapted to receive one or more porous and/or non-porous second material layers and to facilitate formation of a vacuum between the second fixture and the second material layers. A stop arrangement protrudes from one or both of the first and second fixtures, and is situated peripheral to the first and second material layers when the first and second fixtures are brought into contact. The stop arrangement defines a cavity adapted to effect compression of the first and second material layers when the first and second fixtures are brought into contact. The fixture is useful especially during stacking and bonding operations.

HIGH-SPEED RFID CIRCUIT PLACEMENT METHOD AND DEVICE

A high-speed process includes removing chips or interposers from a carrier web having a first pitch and transferring the chips or interposers to electrical components, such as RFID antenna structures, on a moving web having a second pitch. According to one method, a transfer drum (34) transfers chips or interposers (38) to a moving web (40) of electrical components (42) by picking a chip when the transfer drum is stationary, and transferring the chip to the moving web when the transfer drum is rotating such that a tangential velocity of the transfer drum is substantially equal to the linear velocity of the moving web.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR ASSEMBLING CIRCUIT CARRIERS ARRANGED IN A PICK AND PLACE MACHINE

L'invention concerne la disposition de composants électroniques tenus à disposition dans un faisceau, sur une voie d'amenée (2) d'une unité à équiper (1). Selon l'invention, la disposition correcte des faisceaux est contrôlée dans une unité de contrôle d'amenée par comparaison de données composants enregistrées sur des supports d'identification (9) affectés aux faisceaux avec des données d'équipement enregistrées sur un support de contrôle d'équipement (8) portable. Ceci permet d'effectuer un contrôle sûr et efficace de la disposition.

MANUFACTURING METHOD FOR A WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICE AND MANUFACTURING APPARATUS

A method for manufacturing wireless communication devices for use in tracking or identifying other items comprises a number of cutting techniques that allow the size of the antenna for the wireless communication device. Further, the chip for the wireless communication device is nested so as to be flush with the surface of the substrate of the wireless communication device. Rollers cut the tabs that form the antenna elements. In a first embodiment, a plurality of rollers are used, each on effecting a different cut whose position may be phased so as to shorten or lengthen the antenna element. In a second embodiment, the rollers are independently positionable to shorten or lengthen the antenna element.

Component feeding method, component feeding apparatus, and component feeding unit

A component feeding material is useful for taking a forefront electronic component outside from electronic components transferred in alignment. The electronic components are transferred forward in alignment along a transfer passage such that the forefront electronic component abuts against a component stopper, and when the forefront electronic component is taken outside through a component ejection port, air pressure for relieving pressing force is exerted rearward on at least one of following electronic components, thereby relieving the pressing force exerted on the forefront electronic component abutting against the component stopper from the following electronic components.

Electronics component packaging for power converter

Assembling a power converter for a multiple phase electric drive propulsion system in a machine includes arranging a plurality of rectangular capacitor units of a capacitor subassembly for conditioning electrical power in the power converter in a first packaging arrangement. In the first packaging arrangement, major capacitor axes of each one of the capacitor units are co-linear with one another and minor capacitor axes of each one of the capacitor units are oriented parallel but not co-linear with one another. Assembling the power converter further includes arranging a plurality of IGBT modules of a transistor subassembly for power switching in the power converter in a second packaging arrangement. In the second packaging arrangement major module axes of each one of the IGBT modules are oriented parallel but not co-linear with one another and minor module axes of each one of the IGBT modules are co-linear with one another. The capacitor subassembly and the transistor subassembly are supported ...

Semiconductor substrate jig and method of manufacturing a semiconductor device

The present invention relates to a method of manufacturing a semiconductor substrate including the back grind step, the dicing step, the pick up step, and the die bonding step of the wafer; and to a semiconductor substrate jig used in such method. The object of the present invention is to mitigate the effect and to prevent damage caused by the lack of strength in thinned semiconductor substrates. A jig with an outer frame 21, and a rubber film 22 arranged within the outer frame 21 and having increasing and decreasing body size while deforming its shape by supplying air therein are provided. As the volume of the rubber film 22 increases, the wafer-fixing jig 20 deforms the rubber film and allows the tapes 2 and 6 arranged between the wafer 1 and the rubber film 22A to be pushed toward the wafer 1 gradually from the center outward. The attachment step, the back grind step, the tape reapplication step, the pick up step and the die bonding step are conducted using such wafer-fixing jig.

Thin film forming apparatus and thin film forming method

Apparatus for forming a thin film pattern on the surface of a substrate. This apparatus is provided with: a transfer member having a thin film carrying surface which carries a thin film pattern; and a thin film transfer mechanism for joining the transfer member to a substrate for transferring, to the substrate, the thin film pattern on the thin film carrying surface. The thin film pattern may be a wiring film pattern. A gelatinous film may previously be formed on the substrate, and the thin film pattern may be transferred as embedded in the gelatinous film.

External seizure mechanism for RF node connector

A spring-loaded device is installed into a node housing at a predetermined location. The predetermined location is selected to correspond to another predetermined location into which a stinger may be installed. These predetermined locations on the node housing are selected to further correspond to a predetermined internal location of an RF interface connector. A conducting pin of the RF interface extends through a dielectric between a nail head shaped end, which provides electrical connection with the stinger projection, and an end soldered to a PCB of the amplifier. The amplifier may be installed and the node housing closed before the stinger and spring-loaded device are installed into the housing. This facilitates installation of the stinger into the housing without having to open the housing and remove the amplifier. External threads on the spring-loaded device facilitate installation thereof, but a unique torque is not required therefor.

Compact device for applying localized pressure to turbine generator armature bars and related method

Radial pressure is applied to a turbine generator armature bar using a simple hand held device that can be readily manipulated by a single human operator. A retainer platform has two wedge shaped portions with handles, and by the operator sliding the wedge shaped portions with respect to each other the operative width of the platform may be adjusted, including to slide and lock the platform in a conventional dovetail slot in a stator. An inflatable bladder is positioned on or mounted to the top surface of the platform and is dimensioned so as to apply radial pressure (for example through a filler) to armature bars mounted in the stator. A conduit, preferably having a valve with quick-release actuator in it, extends from the inflatable bladder and connects to a source of gas under pressure.

Robotic system for mounting electrical components

A robot including a vision system for providing information to the robot to permit the robot to accurately place electrical components such as integrated circuits on a circuit board is disclosed. The vision system includes a first camera for generating signals indicating to the robot the precise location on the circuit board at which the components are to be placed. A second vision system provides to the robot information permitting the location and angular rotation of the component as held by the robot to be determined. The circuit board and component are then positioned in precise alignment by the robot and the robot places the circuit in the desired predetermined location.

Splicing device for joining component belts

A splicing device for connecting component belts via metal splicing two jaws that can be pressed together. At least two centering pins are located in one of the jaws. The centering pins are spaced at single or multiple intervals of holes of transport perforation provided in the component belts. The centering pins enter into corresponding holes in the other jaw when the two jaws are closed together. The jaws are also provided with a cutting device with knives by way of which the component belts can be cut to length.

Method and apparatus for thin-film battery having ultra-thin electrolyte

A method and system for fabricating solid-state energy-storage devices including fabrication films for devices without an anneal step. A film of an energy-storage device is fabricated by depositing a first material layer to a location on a substrate. Energy is supplied directly to the material forming the film. The energy can be in the form of energized ions of a second material. Supplying energy directly to the material and/or the film being deposited assists in controlling the growth and stoichiometry of the film. The method allows for the fabrication of ultrathin films such as electrolyte films and dielectric films.

Self-adjusting printed circuit board support and method of use

A printed circuit board support including a first member having a planar upper surface for supporting a printed circuit board. At least one second member is movably coupled to a first side of the first member and movable toward and away from the side of the movable member, and a bias source biases the second member in a direction away from the first member.

Facility for forming lithium ion cells

A facility for forming lithium ion cells 1 preferably comprises an object support for the lithium ion cells 1 to be formed, and a forming system which contains an electrical circuit having an AD/DC converter unit 3, with multiple DC outputs 4, as needed, to which the lithium ion cells may be connected in an electrically conductive manner. To allow energy-optimized forming in this manner, a battery management system 6 is connected to each of the DC outputs 5, and is connectable to at least one lithium ion cell 1.

Common carrier for the integrated mandrel battery assembly

A system for the automated coiling of a jelly roll electrode assembly for controlled assembly and tensioning of jelly roll assembly is provided. The system includes: a shuttle, and a mandrel to which electrodes are welded; a base, mateable with the shuttle and on which the battery head assembly is mounted for welding to the mandrel; and a coiling device. The coiling device has an upper spool, a lower spool, holding a separator strip and a platform between the two holding the base. The separator strip is threaded through a passage in the mandrel separating positive and negative portions. Rotating the mandrel coils the positive electrode, the separator strip and the negative electrode to coil around the mandrel. The coiling device may include a feedback loop braking one or both spools and allowing the coiling tension to be programmed to a desired level.

Method for preparing secondary battery

Provided is a secondary battery inner cell stack stacking apparatus and method that prepare a secondary battery inner cell stack of a Z-folding stacking format. To be specific, provided is a secondary battery inner cell stack stacking apparatus and method according to a method for performing multiple insertions on a plurality of anode plates and cathode plates at once in both sides after folding a separator in a zigzag shape in advance.

Battery and battery manufacturing apparatus

A battery includes: an electrode terminal that includes a fastening member; and an electrode plate that includes an electrode tab provided with a through-hole. The through-hole is a part of an outer shape of the electrode plate, and the electrode terminal and the electrode plate are electrically connected to each other through the through-hole by the fastening member.

Secondary battery and secondary battery manufacturing apparatus

A secondary battery includes an electrode body in which a positive electrode plate and a negative electrode plate are alternately stacked through a separator, a case to store the electrode body, and a cover having a positive electrode terminal and a negative electrode terminal and fitted to the case, wherein the positive electrode plate includes a positive electrode main body having a substantial plate shape, and a first tab arranged to be line-symmetrical with respect to a centerline of the positive electrode plate and connected to the positive electrode main body and the positive electrode terminal, the negative electrode plate comprises a negative electrode main body having a substantial plate shape, and a second tab arranged to be line-symmetrical with respect to a centerline of the negative electrode plate and connected to the negative electrode main body and the negative electrode terminal, and the first tab and the second tab are arranged not to overlap each other when the tabs are stacked.

Through silicon via repair

Methods and systems for altering the electrical resistance of a wiring path. The electrical resistance of the wiring path is compared with a target electrical resistance value. If the electrical resistance of the wiring path exceeds the target electrical resistance value, an electrical current is selectively applied to the wiring path to physically alter a portion of the wiring path. The current may be selected to alter the wiring path such that the electrical resistance drops to a value less than or equal to the target electrical resistance value.

Capacitive touch panels

A novel method and apparatus for performing the method is disclosed the apparatus comprises a laser ( 17 ), at least one ink jet print head ( 14 ), means for holding a transparent substrate having a transparent conductive layer, means ( 22 ) for adjusting the relative positions of the laser and at least one ink jet print head to the transparent conducting layer ( 2 ) and a controller to control the laser and ink jet print head whereby in a first step to inkjet print one or more coarse metal borders ( 15 ) onto the deposited TCM layer and in a second step by means of a single laser ablation process, ablating tracks in both the metal border and underlying TCM layer to form a plurality of discrete electrical busbars ( 12 ) and optionally also to form electrodes in the remainder of the TCM layer.

Method for producing an integrated device

An article for producing an integrated device includes a deformable layer and one or more components releasably attached on one surface of the deformable layer.

Vehicle battery replacing apparatus

A battery replacing apparatus includes a battery mount portion, vehicle hoist members, and a lifting-lowering means for lifting and lowering the battery mount portion. When attaching a battery unit to or detaching a battery unit from the battery support portion of an electric vehicle, the vehicle hoist members are moved together with the battery mount portion to be brought into contact with the vehicle body. The vehicle hoist members are formed like rods extending in the front-rear direction of the vehicle. The vehicle hoist members are arranged on the left and right sides of the battery unit placed on the battery mount portion. The battery unit is attached to the battery support portion of the vehicle or detached from the battery support portion from below.

Method and apparatus for fuel cell stack assembly

A method and apparatus for assembling a fuel cell stack is disclosed, wherein the apparatus includes a plurality of dunnage cassettes adapted to cooperate with a plurality of containers, a fixture, and an assembly device to simultaneously assemble a plurality of membrane electrode assemblies together with a plurality of bipolar plates.

Method of manufacturing electrophoretic display device

A method of manufacturing an electrophoretic device includes: forming a partition wall on a one substrate with a predetermined pattern; forming an adhesive layer on the partition wall; filling each region as a cell, which has been partitioned by the partition wall, with a display medium, after having formed the adhesive layer; and adhering the other substrate onto the adhesive layer on the partition wall so as to enclose the display medium. The forming of the adhesive layer is performed, with the use of a transfer film with a heat sealing agent formed thereon, by heat-transferring the heat sealing agent. The adhering of the other substrate includes heating the heat sealing agent for again softening the heat sealing agent, which has been transferred as the adhesive layer, so as to obtain an adhesive force.

Battery exchanging method for electric vehicle

Provided is a battery exchange method for an electric vehicle. The battery exchange method includes (a) opening a protection cover of a battery mounting module installed at an upper portion of the electric vehicle, and transmitting an open signal to a battery charge station; (b) releasing a locking unit of a pre-mounted battery, and transmitting an unlocking signal to the battery charge station; (c) determining and storing a mounting location of the battery using an image sensor; (d) controlling movements and operations of a battery replacing robot when the unlocking signal is confirmed, and ejecting the pre-mounted battery from a battery seating base of the battery mounting module; (e) controlling movements and operations of the battery replacing robot to move a prepared fully charged battery into the battery mounting module, and mounting the fully charged battery on the battery seating base in the battery charge station.

Lightweight electronic system for automotive applications and method

A lightweight audio player for vehicular application is virtually “fastenerless” and includes a fold-up case formed of polymer based material molded to provide details to accept audio devices, as well as the circuit boards required for electrical control and display. The case is of composite structure, including an insert molded electrically conductive wire mesh screen. The wire mesh provides shielding and grounding of the circuit boards via exposed wire mesh pads and adjacent ground clips. Side wall closure members define self-engaging attachment features for affixing to the case, providing electrical self-grounding with the wire screen and thermal grounding with internal power devices. The major components and subassemblies are self-fixturing during the final assembly process, eliminating the need for dedicated tools, fixtures and assembly equipment.

Apparatus And Method For Inserting Preformed Electrical Bar Conductors In A Twisting Device

An apparatus ( 4 ) for inserting preformed electrical bar conductors ( 8 ) into an associable twisting device ( 12 ), comprising a supply device ( 28 ) of conductors ( 8 ), which are bent in a manner so as to have two substantially-rectilinear arms ( 16 ), parallel to each other, connected to each other by a curved portion ( 20 ), said electrical bar conductors ( 8 ) being arranged according to a supply direction (X-X). The apparatus ( 4 ) also comprises a transfer device ( 32 ) which draws a conductor ( 8 ) from the supply device ( 28 ) and rotates it 90 degrees into an insertion position in which it is arranged according to an insertion direction (Y-Y), perpendicular to said supply direction (X-X) and parallel to pockets ( 24 ) of an associable twisting device ( 12 ) of the conductors ( 8 ). The apparatus ( 4 ) comprises a device ( 36 ) for inserting the conductor ( 8 ) into the twisting device ( 12 ), equipped with thrust means ( 40 ) which translate the conductor ( 8 ) along the insertion direction (Y-Y) until it is at least partially inserted into said pockets ( 24 ).

Method for assembling components on a circuit board

A method for assembling components on a circuit board includes driving the circuit board to an assembling position after the circuit board is moved in a first direction and then is blocked at a positioning point by a positioning rod, assembling a first component set on a first region of the circuit board when the circuit board is positioned in the assembling position, folding the positioning rod, driving the circuit board back to the positioning point after the first component set has been assembled on the first region of the circuit board, driving the circuit board in the first direction until the positioning rod moves to an end of a slot on the circuit board, driving the circuit board to the assembling position again, and assembling a second component set on a second region of the circuit board when the circuit board is positioned in the assembling position.

Signal connector anti-theft device set

A signal connector anti-theft device set includes a cap, a rotating member defining multiple through holes and rotatably set in the cap, a locking member abutted against the rotating member in the cap and having a driven structure facing toward the through holes of the rotating member, and a hand tool having a working tip for rotating the rotating member into accurate alignment with the driven structure of the rotating member and then inserting through the through holes of the rotating member into the driven structure to rotate the locking member between a locking position and an unlocking position.

Systems and methods for printing electronic device assembly

The present invention discloses systems and methods for printing functional blocks from a plurality of printheads to a target substrate. In exemplary embodiments, the printing system comprises a main printhead for the majority of printing process, and a secondary printhead for supplemental printing. The system further comprises a controller, utilizing a positioning intelligence system to distribute the printing of the functional blocks between the main printhead and the secondary printhead, to minimize the motions of the printheads while maximize the printing speed.

Controller Circuit For Half Wave LED Light Strings

A series connected light string using LEDs connected to an AC power source is disclosed. In order to make some or all of the lights color change, twinkle, and/or flash, controllers are provided in series with all or some of the LEDs. Because the supply source AC, but the active elements are essentially rectifiers, the circuit becomes a half wave DC circuit. Half wave DC will cause unpredictable behavior in DC circuit components. This will cause the controller to shut down during the zero voltage portion of the pulsating DC cycle. To prevent this a current supplying element is placed in parallel with the controller.

System And Method For Mounting A Handheld Electronic Device

A system for mounting an electronic handheld device includes a case having a mounting structure and a locking structure attached to the ease by aligning a portion of tile locking structure with a portion of the mounting structure and rotating the locking structure or the case.

Photovoltaic module assembly

A concentrated photovoltaic receiver and backplane assembly is described herein. A thermally conductive heat spreader is configured between the receiver and the backplane for dissipating at least a portion of the thermal energy in a direction including a horizontal component towards a portion of the heat spreader which is not directly in contact with a receiver portion. In some embodiments, the heat spreader is electrically conductive and is adapted for conducting current from the receiver to the backplane. In some embodiments, a surface area of a receiver substrate is less than 5 times larger than a surface area of a solar cell that is mounted onto the receiver substrate. In some embodiments, the receiver substrate comprises vias for conducting current from a top face to a bottom face of the receiver.

Self aligning soldering

A substrate pad for soldering at least one self-aligning component thereon, wherein at least one edge of a body of the substrate pad is shaped to conform to a corresponding edge of a component pad, and the at least one edge of the body of the substrate pad further include a plurality of pad fingers leading away from the substrate pad. Related apparatus and methods are also described.

System and method for rigging a control surface of an aircraft

A system for rigging a control surface of an aircraft, wherein the control surface is movable relative to a reference structure of the aircraft by means of at least one actuator, comprises a mobile control unit having being connectable to at least one actuator, an input means for commanding a deflection of the control surface, and an optical rigging apparatus having a first rigging component and a second rigging component. The first rigging component is adapted for being mounted on a reference structure to which the control surface is swivably attached and the second rigging component is adapted for being mounted on the control surface itself. Thereby an accurate rigging may be conducted with a clearly reduced number of personnel and a clearly reduced time for completion.

Electronic device and wire fixing mechanism thereof

A wire fixing mechanism is provided for fixing a wire to an electronic device. The wire fixing mechanism includes a mechanism body, a wire restriction portion and a fixing portion. The wire restriction portion is connected to the mechanism body, wherein, the wire restriction portion restricts the wire. The fixing portion is connected to the mechanism body, wherein the fixing portion is adapted to be fixed to the electronic device.

Lightweight audio system for automotive applications and method

A lightweight radio/Audio player for vehicular application includes a case and frontal interface formed of polymer based material molded to provide details to accept audio devices and radio receivers, as well as the circuit boards required for electrical control and display. The case and frontal interface are of composite structure, including an insert molded electrically conductive wire mesh screen that has been pre-formed to contour with the molding operation. The wire mesh provides shielding and grounding of the circuit boards via exposed wire mesh pads and adjacent ground clips.

Production device for packaged electrode and manufacturing method of packaged electrode

A production device 100 for a packaged electrode 20 includes a conveyance unit 200 superimposing an electrode 40 and a pair of separators 30 from a front end 51 side of a conveying direction while conveying them, first joining units 300 joining lateral edges 31 of the separators to each other, and second joining units 400 joining at least either front edges 32 or rear edges 33 of the separators to each other. The lateral edges of the separators, superimposed while being conveyed by the conveyance unit, are joined to each other by the first joining units from the front end side of a conveying direction. At least either the front edges or the rear edges of the separators are joined to each other by the second joining units in a state where conveyance is stopped.

Battery electrode manufacturing apparatus and method thereof

A battery electrode manufacturing apparatus including: a front end die which cuts a strip-shaped electrode material into an electrode shape; a hand which grasps the electrode material and conveys the electrode material to the cutting position of the front end die; and a first suction conveyor which is disposed upstream of the front end die in a conveying direction and has a supporting surface for supporting the electrode material during the cutting by the front end die. The hand includes a first grasper and a second grasper, and the first suction conveyor is disposed between the first grasper and the second grasper. The hand carries the electrode material to the cutting position, at such a position that the electrode material does not contact the front end die and the first suction conveyor.

Stacking apparatus and stacking method

A stacking apparatus having a cylindrical conveyance drum holding and rotating to covey a separator and an electrode conveyance unit conveying a positive electrode in a tangential direction of the conveyance drum so that the positive electrode overlaps the separator. To the outer circumferential surface of the conveyance drum, there are defined a suction area for drawing the separator that is non-rotatably positioned on an upstream side of a rotation direction of the conveyance drum with respect to a location to which the positive electrode in conveyed and a non-suction area for removing the separator that is non-rotatably positioned on a downstream side of the rotation direction of the same. The separator in the suction area is conveyed to the non-suction area, is removed from the outer circumferential surface, and is transferred onto the positive electrode, thereby gradually stacking the separator on the positive electrode.

Lightweight audio system for automotive applications and method

A lightweight radio/CD player for vehicular application includes a case and frontal interface formed of polymer based material molded to provide details to accept audio devices and radio receivers, as well as the circuit boards required for electrical control and display. The case and frontal interface are of composite structure, including an insert molded electrically conductive wire mesh screen that has been pre-formed to contour with the molding operation. The wire mesh provides shielding and grounding of the circuit boards via exposed wire mesh pads and adjacent ground clips.

Display with wave generators

In one embodiment, a kit for making a display includes a first medium, a support element, and first and second wave generators. The first medium is foldable according to scoring to form a display with a cavity. The element is attachable or attached to a back surface of the folded first medium, to be positioned at least partially within the cavity. The first wave generator is attachable or attached to the back surface, to receive signals from a signal generator and produce mechanical waves that cause the first medium to vibrate and generate audible acoustic waves within a first frequency range. The second wave generator is attachable or attached to the element, to receive signals from the signal generator and produce mechanical waves that cause the element to vibrate and generate audible acoustic waves within a second frequency range, different from the first frequency range.

Battery assembling apparatus and battery assembly manufacturing method

A battery assembling apparatus of one aspect of the invention comprises: first and second rotary tables arranged to face each other at points on respective outer circumferences and rotate in forward directions relative to each other; a battery holding part provided on the outer circumference of the first rotary table to hold a battery; a frame holding part provided on the outer circumference of the second rotary table to hold a frame; a battery supplying part for supplying batteries to the battery holding part at a position different from a facing position between the first and second rotary tables; a frame supplying part for supplying frames to the frame holding part at a position different from the facing position; and a discharging part for taking out an assembly of a battery and a frame assembled together from the facing position, the first and second rotary tables being rotated with a rotation speed ratio and in a phase relationship such that the battery holding part and the frame holding part face each other every time at the facing position. Accordingly, the batteries and the frames for accommodating the cells can be accurately assembled with high productivity.

Internal pci adapter card carrier

According to one embodiment, a method for placing an adapter card on a system board of a computer system includes, aligning a tool having an adapter card secured therewith to a slot on a system board of a computer system using a positioning member, and seating the adapter card into the slot on the system board. The tool includes a carrier for supporting the adapter card, at least one lower retaining member extending from a lower portion of the carrier for securing the adapter card to the carrier, at least one upper retaining member extending from an upper portion of the carrier for securing the adapter card to the carrier, and the positioning member coupled to the carrier.

Recessed Lighting Fixture and Flexibly Attached Compact Junction Box

A recessed lighting fixture includes a lamp housing and a separate compact junction box, which contains a power supply that drives the lamp and serves in part to divide the interior cavity of the junction box into two separate wiring compartments. The junction box has two end walls spaced along an axis and a releasably secured. The lighting fixture is particularly suitable for retrofit installations, especially where small aperture downlights are desired.

Planar cavity mems and related structures, methods of manufacture and design structures

A method of forming a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a lower electrode on a first insulator layer within a cavity of the MEMS. The method further includes forming an upper electrode over another insulator material on top of the lower electrode which is at least partially in contact with the lower electrode. The forming of the lower electrode and the upper electrode includes adjusting a metal volume of the lower electrode and the upper electrode to modify beam bending.

Method of controlling the placement of micro-objects

Disclosed are methods and systems of controlling the placement of micro-objects on the surface of a micro-assembler. Control patterns may be used to cause phototransistors or electrodes of the micro-assembler to generate dielectrophoretic (DEP) and electrophoretic (EP) forces which may be used to manipulate, move, position, or orient one or more micro-objects on the surface of the micro-assembler. A set of micro-object may be analyzed. Geometric properties of the set of micro-objects may be identified. The set of micro-objects may be divided into multiple sub-sets of micro-objects based on the one or more geometric properties and one or more control patterns.

PLANAR CAVITY MEMS AND RELATED STRUCTURES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND DESIGN STRUCTURES

A method of forming at least one Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes patterning a wiring layer to form at least one fixed plate and forming a sacrificial material on the wiring layer. The method further includes forming an insulator layer of one or more films over the at least one fixed plate and exposed portions of an underlying substrate to prevent formation of a reaction product between the wiring layer and a sacrificial material. The method further includes forming at least one MEMS beam that is moveable over the at least one fixed plate. The method further includes venting or stripping of the sacrificial material to form at least a first cavity. 1. A structure , comprising:at least one fixed plate;an insulator layer covering the at least one fixed plate; and{'sub': '3', 'a TiN/TiAllayer between the at least one fixed plate and the insulator layer,'}wherein the insulator layer has a tapered profile.2. The structure of claim 1 , further comprising:at least one beam that is moveable over the at least one fixed plate; anda chamber over the at least one beam.3. The structure of claim 1 , wherein the at least one fixed plate is a patterned wiring layer.4. The structure of claim 1 , wherein the insulator layer is one or more films over the at least one fixed plate and exposed portions of an underlying substrate.5. The structure of claim 1 , wherein the at least one fixed plate contains aluminum.6. The structure of claim 1 , wherein the insulator layer comprises AlO(alumina).7. The structure of claim 1 , wherein the insulator layer covers sidewall surfaces of the at least one fixed plate.8. The structure of claim 1 , wherein the insulator layer is structured to prevent formation of aluminum silicide with a sacrificial material deposition.9. The structure of claim 1 , wherein the insulator layer is a conformal barrier comprising TaO(tantalum pentaoxide).10. The structure of claim 1 , wherein the at least one fixed plate includes an undercut of AlCu.11. The ...

PLANAR CAVITY MEMS AND RELATED STRUCTURES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND DESIGN STRUCTURES

A method of forming a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a lower electrode on a first insulator layer within a cavity of the MEMS. The method further includes forming an upper electrode over another insulator material on top of the lower electrode which is at least partially in contact with the lower electrode. The forming of the lower electrode and the upper electrode includes adjusting a metal volume of the lower electrode and the upper electrode to modify beam bending. 1. A method of forming a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) , comprising:forming a beam;forming a first sacrificial layer on the beam;forming an insulator layer on the first sacrificial layer;forming a cavity via in the insulator layer, exposing a portion of the first sacrificial layer;forming an electrode on the insulator layer;forming a second sacrificial layer over the beam and in the cavity via;forming a lid material over the second sacrificial layer and the electrode; andproviding a vent hole in the lid material to expose at least the second sacrificial layer; andventing the first sacrificial layer and the second sacrificial layer to form at least a lower cavity and an upper cavity.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the beam and the upper cavity are remote from the electrode.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vent hole is rounded or chamfered.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vent hole is octagonal.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first sacrificial layer and the second sacrificial layer are silicon material.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising performing a hafnium clean to remove oxide and hydrogen on exposed surfaces of the second sacrificial layer prior to venting the first sacrificial layer and the second sacrificial layer.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the venting the first sacrificial layer and the second sacrificial layer is a selective etch to silicon material.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vent hole is provided greater than 5 ...

FIBER GROUNDING BRUSH ASSEMBLY

A grounding brush assembly includes a plurality of conductive fibers extending from at least one support, a mounting plate having a first side and a second side and an opening configured to surround a rotatable motor shaft having an axis of rotation, and a plurality of tabs disposed in a circle around the periphery. Each of the tabs extends axially from the first side of the mounting plate and radially toward or away from the axis of rotation to define with an adjacent portion of the first side of the mounting plate a U-shaped bracket. The at least one support is secured against the first side of the mounting plate by the plurality of tabs. 1. A grounding brush assembly comprising:at least one support and a plurality of conductive fibers extending from the at least one support;a mounting plate having a first side and a second side and an opening configured to surround a rotatable motor shaft having an axis of rotation, the opening having a periphery; anda plurality of tabs disposed in a circle around the periphery, each of the tabs extending axially from the first side of the mounting plate and radially toward or away from the axis of rotation to define with an adjacent portion of the first side of the mounting plate a U-shaped bracket;wherein the at least one support is secured against the first side of the mounting plate by the plurality of tabs.2. The grounding brush assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one support extends along an arc of a circle.3. The grounding brush assembly according to claim 2 ,wherein the mounting plate includes a peripheral flange substantially perpendicular to a plane of the mounting plate and located radially outward from the plurality of tabs.4. The grounding brush assembly according to claim 2 ,wherein the at least one support comprises a unitary channel member having a U-shaped cross section, the channel member comprising a first side wall connected to a second side wall by a bight, andwherein the first and second ...

Planar cavity mems and related structures, methods of manufacture and design structures

A method of forming a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a lower electrode on a first insulator layer within a cavity of the MEMS. The method further includes forming an upper electrode over another insulator material on top of the lower electrode which is at least partially in contact with the lower electrode. The forming of the lower electrode and the upper electrode includes adjusting a metal volume of the lower electrode and the upper electrode to modify beam bending.

System and Method for Manufacturing a Swallowable Sensor Device

Methods and systems for manufacturing a swallowable sensor device are disclosed. Such a method includes mechanically coupling a plurality of internal components, wherein the plurality of internal components includes a printed circuit board having a plurality of projections extending radially outward. A cavity is filled with a potting material, and the mechanically coupled components are inserted into the cavity. The cavity may be pre-filled with the potting material, or may be filled after the mechanically coupled components have been inserted therein. A distal end of each projection abuts against a wall of the cavity thereby preventing the potting material from covering each distal end. The cavity is sealed with a cap causing the potting material to harden within the sealed cavity to form a housing of the swallowable sensor device, wherein the distal end of each projection is exposed to an external environment of the swallowable sensor device.

WINDING METHOD

A method includes bending back a wire fed to a first end side of a magnetic pole in a winding position by guiding the wire from a first end side to a second end side of a multi-pole armature, so that a first extending portion, a second extending portion, and an arc portion are formed. The first extending portion and the second extending portion are continuous via the arc portion. The first extending portion and the second extending portion are parallel to each other. The first extending portion and second extending portion are simultaneously inserted into slots on both sides of one or more of the magnetic poles in the winding position by moving the wire in a radial direction of the multi-pole armature. The slots are parallel to each other. The bending back the wire step and the simultaneous insertion step are performed repeatedly. 1. A winding method , comprising:a wire bending back step of bending back a wire fed to a first end side of a magnetic pole in a winding position by guiding the wire from a first end side to a second end side of a multi-pole armature, so that a first extending portion, a second extending portion, and an arc portion are formed, the first extending portion and the second extending portion being continuous via the arc portion, the first extending portion and the second extending portion being parallel to each other; andan insertion step of simultaneously inserting the first extending portion and second extending portion into slots on both sides of one or more of the magnetic poles in the winding position by moving the wire in a radial direction of the multi-pole armature, the slots being parallel to each other,the wire bending back step and the insertion step being performed repeatedly.2. The winding method according to claim 1 , wherein an index step for sending one or more of the magnetic poles to the winding position by rotating the multi-pole armature is provided between the insertion step and the wire bending back step. This application ...

Weld Gun Part Clamp Device And Method

A combination component handling and connecting device connectable to a multi-axis robot for use in moving and connecting components and subassemblies includes a housing and an actuator fixedly connected to the housing. The actuator includes an actuating link movable from a first position to a second position. Connected to the actuating link is an end effector for concurrent movement with the actuating link. The component handling and connecting device includes a clamp having a first jaw and a second jaw. The second jaw is connected to the actuating link for selectively moving the second jaw toward the first jaw operative to engage a component. 120-. (canceled)21. A method for component handling and connecting of components through through use of a multi-axis robot having an end effector , the end effector having a first clamp jaw and a second clamp jaw , the method comprising:moving an end effector actuator connected to one of a first clamp jaw or a second clamp jaw in a first direction to a clamp open position defining a clamp throat;maneuvering the end effector to position a first component and a second component in the clamp throat;moving the end effector actuator in a second direction to a clamp closed position, the clamp engaging the first component and the second component with the first clamp jaw and the second clamp jaw; andfixedly connecting the first component and the second component together by the first or the second clamp jaw in the clamp closed position.22. The method of further comprising:engaging one of the first component or the second component in a support member positioned in the clamp throat.23. The method of wherein moving the end effector actuator to the clamp closed position and connecting the first component and the second component comprises a single actuator.24. The method of wherein the step of fixedly connecting the first and the second component together comprises welding the first and the second component together.25. The method of ...

PLANAR CAVITY MEMS AND RELATED STRUCTURES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND DESIGN STRUCTURES

A method of forming at least one Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a beam structure and an electrode on an insulator layer, remote from the beam structure. The method further includes forming at least one sacrificial layer over the beam structure, and remote from the electrode. The method further includes forming a lid structure over the at least one sacrificial layer and the electrode. The method further includes providing simultaneously a vent hole through the lid structure to expose the sacrificial layer and to form a partial via over the electrode. The method further includes venting the sacrificial layer to form a cavity. The method further includes sealing the vent hole with material. The method further includes forming a final via in the lid structure to the electrode, through the partial via. 1. A method in a computer-aided design system for generating a functional design model of a MEMS , the method comprising:generating a functional representation of an electrode remote from a beam structure;generating a functional representation of at least one sacrificial layer over the beam structure, and remote from the electrode;generating a functional representation of a lid structure over the at least one sacrificial layer and the electrode;generating a functional representation of simultaneously providing a vent hole through the lid structure to expose the sacrificial layer and to form a partial via over the electrode;generating a functional representation of venting the sacrificial layer to form a cavity; andgenerating a functional representation of forming a final via in the lid structure to the electrode, through the partial via,wherein the partial via has a larger cross section diameter than a remaining portion of the final via, andthe functional design model of the MEMS is generated to manufacture a MEMS device.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:generating a functional representation of forming a sacrificial material on ...

PLANAR CAVITY MEMS AND RELATED STRUCTURES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND DESIGN STRUCTURES

A method of forming at least one Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a beam structure and an electrode on an insulator layer, remote from the beam structure. The method further includes forming at least one sacrificial layer over the beam structure, and remote from the electrode. The method further includes forming a lid structure over the at least one sacrificial layer and the electrode. The method further includes providing simultaneously a vent hole through the lid structure to expose the sacrificial layer and to form a partial via over the electrode. The method further includes venting the sacrificial layer to form a cavity. The method further includes sealing the vent hole with material. The method further includes forming a final via in the lid structure to the electrode, through the partial via. 1. A method of forming at least one Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) , comprising:forming a beam over a first sacrificial layer;forming an insulator layer on the first sacrificial layer;forming a cavity via in the insulator layer, exposing a portion of the first sacrificial layer;forming an electrode on the insulator layer;forming a second sacrificial layer over the beam and in the cavity via;forming a lid material over the second sacrificial layer and the electrode;providing simultaneously a vent hole in the lid material to expose at least the second sacrificial layer and to form a partial via over the electrode;venting the first sacrificial layer and the second sacrificial layer to form at least a lower cavity and an upper cavity, respectively;sealing the vent hole with a dielectric material and a nitride cap; andforming a final via through the lid material by etching the lid material through the partial via, to the electrode,wherein the partial via is formed at a same time as the vent hole, andwherein the vent hole is provided greater than 5 microns away from both the partial via and the final via.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ...

Apparatus for manufacturing organic light emitting diode display and method for manufacturing organic light emitting diode display

A manufacturing apparatus of an OLED display includes: a mounter to which a substrate that includes a display area coated with a liquid layer including a thermally curable material and a non-display area neighboring the display area is mounted; a separator disposed on the substrate while contacting the non-display area of the substrate, and a separation space that separates the liquid layer and the substrate; and a heater configured to apply heat to the liquid layer.

PLANAR CAVITY MEMS AND RELATED STRUCTURES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND DESIGN STRUCTURES

A method of forming a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a lower electrode on a first insulator layer within a cavity of the MEMS. The method further includes forming an upper electrode over another insulator material on top of the lower electrode which is at least partially in contact with the lower electrode. The forming of the lower electrode and the upper electrode includes adjusting a metal volume of the lower electrode and the upper electrode to modify beam bending. 1. A Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) structure comprising:a moveable beam comprising at least one insulator layer on a lower electrode; andan upper electrode over the at least one insulator layer,wherein the lower electrode and the upper electrode are asymmetric or different, and a thickness of one of the lower electrode and the upper electrode with a lower pattern factor is thickened to balance a metal volume of the lower electrode with a metal volume of the upper electrode.2. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein the upper electrode is deposited within tapered vias of the at least one insulator layer.3. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein the lower electrode and the upper electrode are formed of a same material.4. The MEMS structure of claim 3 , wherein the lower electrode and the upper electrode are composed of Ti/AlCu/Ti/TiN.5. The MEMS structure of claim 4 , wherein a coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) of the lower electrode and the upper electrode is approximated by AlCu.6. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein one of the lower electrode and the upper electrode is a slotted or holed layout and one of the upper electrode and the lower electrode claim 1 , respectively claim 1 , has a thickness of the slotted or holed layout claim 1 , to match the metal volume of the lower electrode with the metal volume of the upper electrode.7. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein a pattern factor ratio of the lower electrode to the upper electrode comprises 0.8:1.8. ...

PLANAR CAVITY MEMS AND RELATED STRUCTURES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND DESIGN STRUCTURES

A method of forming a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a lower electrode on a first insulator layer within a cavity of the MEMS. The method further includes forming an upper electrode over another insulator material on top of the lower electrode which is at least partially in contact with the lower electrode. The forming of the lower electrode and the upper electrode includes adjusting a metal volume of the lower electrode and the upper electrode to modify beam bending. 1. A Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) structure comprising:a moveable beam comprising at least one insulator layer on a lower electrode; andan upper electrode over the at least one insulator layer,wherein the lower electrode has a slotted layout to match a metal volume of the lower electrode with a metal volume of the upper electrode.2. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein the metal volume of the lower electrode and the metal volume of the upper electrode are based at least on a layout of the upper electrode.3. The MEMS structure of claim 2 , wherein the lower electrode and the upper electrode are formed of a same material.4. The MEMS structure of claim 2 , wherein the lower electrode and the upper electrode have identical layouts and same thicknesses.5. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein the moveable beam is formed from one or more metal layers claim 1 , comprising a top metal and a bottom metal with an oxide layer therebetween.6. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein the lower electrode is in a trench.7. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein the lower electrode and the upper electrode are composed of Ti/AlCu/Ti/TiN.8. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein the upper electrode is U-shaped with a via between opposing sides of the upper electrode.9. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein the lower electrode and the upper electrode are asymmetric relative to one another.10. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein the upper electrode is thinned compared to the ...

Planar cavity mems and related structures, methods of manufacture and design structures

A method of forming at least one Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes patterning a wiring layer to form at least one fixed plate and forming a sacrificial material on the wiring layer. The method further includes forming an insulator layer of one or more films over the at least one fixed plate and exposed portions of an underlying substrate to prevent formation of a reaction product between the wiring layer and a sacrificial material. The method further includes forming at least one MEMS beam that is moveable over the at least one fixed plate. The method further includes venting or stripping of the sacrificial material to form at least a first cavity.

Planar cavity mems and related structures, methods of manufacture and design structures

A method of forming a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a lower electrode on a first insulator layer within a cavity of the MEMS. The method further includes forming an upper electrode over another insulator material on top of the lower electrode which is at least partially in contact with the lower electrode. The forming of the lower electrode and the upper electrode includes adjusting a metal volume of the lower electrode and the upper electrode to modify beam bending.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ATTACHING CHIP TO A TEXTILE

Embodiments disclosed herein provide approaches for attaching scan control and other electronic chips to textiles, e.g., on a loom as part of a real-time manufacturing process. 1. (canceled)2. An electronic textile comprising:textile material including threads;sense lines embedded in the textile material, the sense lines including conductive threads, the conductive threads including metal, at least two adjacent ones of the sense lines spaced apart from one another and extending in a warp direction or a weft direction across a section of the textile material; anda package including circuitry, the circuitry coupled to the sense lines, the circuitry coupled to at least one power supply line, the circuitry coupled to at least one signal line, the circuitry to detect signals from one or more of the sense lines, the signals indicative of human contact with a corresponding area of the textile material.3. The electronic textile of claim 2 , wherein the sense lines are woven into the textile material.4. The electronic textile of claim 2 , wherein an individual one of the sense lines includes braided steel yarn.5. The electronic textile of claim 2 , wherein an individual one of the sense lines includes braided wire.6. The electronic textile of claim 2 , wherein the circuitry is part of a system-on-chip (SOC) device.7. The electronic textile of claim 2 , wherein the package includes two package portions coupled via an epoxy material.8. The electronic textile of claim 2 , wherein the textile material includes at least one of synthetic fiber claim 2 , wool claim 2 , or cotton.9. The electronic textile of claim 2 , wherein the electronic textile is coupled to a floor covering.10. The electronic textile of claim 2 , wherein the electronic textile is coupled to upholstery.11. An electronic textile comprising:textile material;sense lines embedded in the textile material, the sense lines including conductive yarn, the conductive yarn including metal, at least two adjacent ones of the ...

COMPENSATING CONNECTOR SYSTEM

A compensating receptacle connector and for terminating a cable assembly of a cabling category and comprising a plug mating zone, a cable mating zone and an intermediate zone. Each of the zones is such that Near End Cross Talk (NEXT) resulting from transmission of the high frequency signal across each zone is below a specified amount chosen such that NEXT introduced by a high frequency signal transmission between via all the zones is below a level as specified for the cabling category.

COMPENSATING CONNECTOR SYSTEM

A compensating plug connector comprising a plug, a receptacle mating zone, a cable mating zone and an intermediate zone. Each of the zones is such that Near End Cross Talk (NEXT) resulting from transmission of the high frequency signal across each zone is below a specified amount chosen such that NEXT introduced by a high frequency signal transmission between via all the zones is below a level as specified for the cabling category.

Interposers and fabrication methods that use nanoparticle inks and magnetic fields

Interposer circuitry ( 130 ) is formed on a possibly sacrificial substrate ( 210 ) from a porous core ( 130′ ) covered by a conductive coating ( 130″ ) which increases electrical conductance. The core is printed from nanoparticle ink. Then a support ( 120 S) is formed, e.g. by molding, to mechanically stabilize the circuitry. A magnetic field can be used to stabilize the circuitry while the circuitry or the support are being formed. Other features are also provided.

FIXED-STATE TESTING DEVICE, FIXED-STATE TESTING METHOD, AND MANUFACTURING METHOD OF BATTERY PACK

Provided is a fixed-state testing device including a pressing part that presses a battery, a load detection part that detects a pressing load with which the battery is pressed, and a determination part that determines whether the state of fixing of the battery to a retention hole is good or bad. The determination part determines the fixed state of the battery to be good when the battery is able to maintain the pressing load within a first test load range for a first pressing time and, moreover, to thereafter maintain the pressing load within a second test load range of which an upper limit load is smaller than a lower limit load of the first test load range for a second pressing time. 1. A fixed-state testing method for testing a battery module including a battery and a battery retaining member having a retention hole in which the battery is inserted and fixed as to whether a state of fixing of the battery to the retention hole is good or bad , the fixed-state testing method comprising:a first test step of pressing the battery toward one side in an axial direction along a hole axis of the retention hole and testing whether or not the battery is able to maintain a pressing load with which the battery is pressed within a first test load range for a first pressing time;a second test step of, after the first test step, testing whether or not the battery is able to maintain the pressing load within a second test load range of which an upper limit load is smaller than a lower limit load of the first test load range for a second pressing time; anda determination step of determining the fixed state of the battery to be good when the battery has been able to maintain the pressing load in both the first test step and the second test step.2. The fixed-state testing method according to claim 1 , wherein the second pressing time is set to be shorter than the first pressing time.3. The fixed-state testing method according to claim 1 , wherein:the battery module includes m ...

Method of assembling a display module

A pressing pad for assembling a display module by applying a pressure to a flexible display panel to attach the flexible display panel to a window member and a method of assembling a display module, the pressing pad including a first pressing part that applies a first pressure onto a display area of the flexible display panel; a second pressing part that applies a second pressure onto a pad area of the flexible display panel, the second pressure being less than the first pressure and the pad area of the flexible display panel being adjacent to the display area of the flexible display panel; and a support part that supports the first and second pressing parts, wherein the second pressing part has a height from the support part that is less than a height of the first pressing part.

ELECTROSURGICAL SEAL PLATES

A system for the manufacture of an end effector assembly which is configured for use with an electrosurgical instrument configured for performing an electrosurgical procedure is provided. The system includes a photolithography module that is configured to etch one or more pockets on a seal surface of the seal plate. A vacuum module is configured to raise, transfer and lower a spacer from a location remote from the pocket(s) on the seal plate to the pocket on the seal plate(s). An adhesive dispensing module is configured to dispense an adhesive into the pocket on the seal plate. An optical module is configured to monitor a volume of the adhesive dispensed within the pocket and monitor placement of the spacer within the pocket. 17-. (canceled)8. An end effector configured for use with an electrosurgical device , the end effector comprising:a first jaw member including a seal plate, the seal plate including a plurality of retention features configured to operably engage the seal plate to an overmolding material; anda second jaw member operably coupled to the first jaw member such that at least one of the first jaw member or the second jaw member is movable relative to the other between an open condition and a closed condition, the second jaw member including a seal surface including a recess defined therein.9. The end effector according to claim 8 , wherein the first jaw member is movable relative to the second jaw member.10. The end effector according to claim 8 , wherein the second jaw member is movable relative to the first jaw member.11. The end effector according to claim 8 , further comprising a spacer extending from the recess and configured to maintain a gap distance between the seal plate of the first jaw member and the seal surface of the second jaw member when the first and second jaw members are in the closed condition.12. The end effector according to claim 11 , wherein the spacer extends above the seal surface of the second jaw member a distance in a ...

Planar cavity mems and related structures, methods of manufacture and design structures

A method of forming a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a lower electrode on a first insulator layer within a cavity of the MEMS. The method further includes forming an upper electrode over another insulator material on top of the lower electrode which is at least partially in contact with the lower electrode. The forming of the lower electrode and the upper electrode includes adjusting a metal volume of the lower electrode and the upper electrode to modify beam bending.

PLANAR CAVITY MEMS AND RELATED STRUCTURES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND DESIGN STRUCTURES

A method of forming a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a lower electrode on a first insulator layer within a cavity of the MEMS. The method further includes forming an upper electrode over another insulator material on top of the lower electrode which is at least partially in contact with the lower electrode. The forming of the lower electrode and the upper electrode includes adjusting a metal volume of the lower electrode and the upper electrode to modify beam bending. 1. A method of forming a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) , comprising:forming a lower electrode;forming a beam over the lower electrode;forming a first sacrificial layer on the beam;forming an insulator layer on the first sacrificial layer;forming a cavity via in the insulator layer, exposing a portion of the first sacrificial layer;forming an upper electrode on the insulator layer;forming a second sacrificial layer over the beam and in the cavity via;forming a lid material over the second sacrificial layer and the upper electrode;providing a vent hole in the lid material to expose at least the second sacrificial layer;venting the first sacrificial layer and the second sacrificial layer to form at least a lower cavity and an upper cavity; andsealing the vent hole with a material.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the beam and the upper cavity are remote from the upper electrode.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vent hole is rounded or chamfered.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vent hole is octagonal.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first sacrificial layer and the second sacrificial layer are silicon material.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising performing a hafnium clean to remove oxide and hydrogen on exposed surfaces of the second sacrificial layer prior to venting the first sacrificial layer and the second sacrificial layer.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the venting the first sacrificial layer and the second sacrificial layer is selective ...

Three-dimensional Printing Surface Treatments

Systems and methods for applying a surface treatment to a product may implement operations including, but not limited to: depositing at least one first conductive element on at least one surface of the product; depositing at least one of one or more microcapsules or one or more organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) to at least partially electrically couple with the at least one first conductive element; and depositing at least one second conductive element to at least partially electrically couple with the at least one of one or more microcapsules or one or more OLEDs.

Method and apparatus for attaching chip to a textile

Embodiments disclosed herein provide approaches for attaching scan control and other electronic chips to textiles, e.g., on a loom as part of a real-time manufacturing process.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MANUFACTURING BATTERY PARTS

Systems and methods for producing battery parts, such as battery parts, are described herein. In one embodiment, a battery part machine is configured transform a profile of one or more acid rings on a battery part from a first cross-section to a second cross-section. The machine can include a rotatable spindle configured to receive the battery part, and a first tool and a second tool configured to engage the battery part. The orientation of the first tool and the second tool can be configured to engage the battery part at adjustable to polish, crimp, flare or otherwise transform the profile of the acid rings thereon to produce a finished battery part. An operator can input operating parameters to a machine controller to adjust the finished profile of the acid rings produced by the machine without requiring disassembly thereof. 1a spindle shaft having a distal end portion;a fixture fixedly attached to the distal end portion of the shaft and configured to releasably grasp a battery part; anda tool configured to be moved in a first direction toward the fixture and a second direction away from the fixture, wherein the tool includes a forming portion configured to engage a sealing feature of a battery part.. A battery part manufacturing machine, comprising: This present application is a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/218,695, filed Mar. 18, 2014, now U.S. Patent No. ______, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/794,186, filed Mar. 15, 2013, and entitled “SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MANUFACTURING BATTERY PARTS”, both of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.The following patents and patent applications are incorporated herein by reference in their entireties: U.S. Pat. No. 7,338,539, titled “DIE CAST BATTERY TERMINAL AND A METHOD OF MAKING,” and filed Mar. 18, 2004; U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/058,625, titled “MULTIPLE CASTING APPARATUS AND METHOD,” and filed Feb. 15, 2005; U.S. Pat. No. 7,838,145 ...

System for processing battery plates and arrangement thereof in the provided battery housing

A system for processing battery plates and arrangement thereof in the battery housing, including transportation apparatuses and individual processing stations, such as insertion stations, tin bath, and a lead casting station. The battery plates which are to be processed are arranged as plate stacks in a plurality of clamping cassettes which are equipped with the plate stacks arranged in a vertically oriented transportation apparatus which rotates in a circle. The plate stacks and the individual processing stations rotate in a vertically oriented circular movement and can be supplied to the clamping cassette which is positioned in the processing station.

Battery case for secondary battery

Disclosed herein is a battery case including a receiving part having an electrode assembly mounted therein, wherein the receiving part, which is formed by deforming a sheet type base material, is configured to have a stair-like structure in which at least one corner and/or surface forming a shape of the receiving part is deformed.

Device for assembling camera module having anisotropic conductive film

A device for assembling a camera module includes a support base, a pressing head, a buffer tape, a winding device, a driver, and a controller. The support base is for supporting the camera module. The camera module includes a ceramic substrate positioned on the support base and an anisotropic conductive film (ACF) pasted on the ceramic substrate. The pressing head is positioned above the ACF and is configured to pressing the ACF. The buffer tape is positioned between the pressing head and the ACF. The winding device includes a winding-out roller and a winding-in roller. The buffer tape is wound on the winding-out roller. The controller is configured to control the driver to drive the winding device to wind the buffer tape out from the winding-out roller and into the winding-in roller in a predetermined manner.

Process of producing a component and apparatus that produces a component

A process of producing a component includes providing a substrate having an electrically conductive surface in the form of an electrically conductive layer; subdividing the layer with the aid of a scratching process into a first electrically autonomous region and a second electrically autonomous region, wherein an electrically insulating region is formed in the electrically conductive layer to electrically separate the electrically autonomous regions; forming an electrical potential difference between the first electrically autonomous region and the second electrically autonomous region; and applying an electrically charged substance or an electrically charged substance mixture onto the first electrically autonomous region and/or the second electrically autonomous region, wherein the electrically autonomous region and/or an amount of the applied electrically charged substance or of the electrically charged substance mixture are adjusted by the electrical potential difference.

Winding apparatus and winding method

A winding apparatus includes a nozzle for feeding a wire to a first end side of a magnetic pole in a winding position, a first latch pawl capable of latching the wire fed from the nozzle, a first latch pawl moving mechanism that moves the first latch pawl from the first end side to a second end side of the multi-pole armature, and a nozzle moving mechanism that moves the nozzle in both the radial direction and the circumferential direction of the multi-pole armature. A width of the first latch pawl in the circumferential direction of the multi-pole armature is set at a width enabling insertion of the wire wound around and bent back by the first latch pawl into slots formed on both sides of one or more of the magnetic poles in the winding position.

Method for manufacturing electrode sheets and apparatus therefor

According to the method for manufacturing electrode sheets, in a first cutting step, an original sheet, including a belt-shaped metal foil and an electrode material coated thereon in a lengthwise direction to form a plurality of coated portions spaced at a predetermined gap, is cut at a location between the coated portions. In a pressing step, the original sheet strips having been cut in the first cutting step are pressed. In this case, the original sheet strips that are pressed by the rolling device are independent from each other. Therefore, the effect produced in rolling of the coated portions remains within each of the original sheet strips. In addition, distortions occurring in the original sheet strips can be prevented from affecting each other and the occurrence of wrinkles can be inhibited.

PLANAR CAVITY MEMS AND RELATED STRUCTURES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND DESIGN STRUCTURES

A method of forming a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a lower electrode on a first insulator layer within a cavity of the MEMS. The method further includes forming an upper electrode over another insulator material on top of the lower electrode which is at least partially in contact with the lower electrode. The forming of the lower electrode and the upper electrode includes adjusting a metal volume of the lower electrode and the upper electrode to modify beam bending. 1. A Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) structure comprising:a moveable beam comprising at least one insulator layer on a lower electrode; andan upper electrode over the at least one insulator layer,wherein one of the lower electrode and the upper electrode is a slotted or holed layout, andthe lower electrode and the upper electrode are different thicknesses relative to one another, with a metal volume of the upper electrode and the lower electrode being balanced.2. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein the metal volume of the lower electrode and the metal volume of the upper electrode are based at least on a layout of the lower electrode.3. The MEMS structure of claim 2 , wherein the lower electrode and the upper electrode are formed of a same material.4. The MEMS structure of claim 2 , wherein the lower electrode and the upper electrode have identical layouts.5. The MEMS structure of claim 2 , wherein the one of the upper electrode and the lower electrode claim 2 , respectively claim 2 , has a thickness of the slotted or holed layout claim 2 , to match the metal volume of the lower electrode with the metal volume of the upper electrode.6. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein the moveable beam is formed from one or more metal layers claim 1 , comprising a top metal and a bottom metal with an oxide layer therebetween.7. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , further comprising another insulator being over the upper electrode and exposed portions of the at least one insulator ...

SYSTEM FOR PROCESSING BATTERY PLATES AND ARRANGEMENT THEREOF IN THE PROVIDED BATTERY HOUSING

A system for processing battery plates and arrangement thereof in the battery housing, including transportation apparatuses and individual processing stations, such as insertion stations, tin bath, and a lead casting station. The battery plates which are to be processed are arranged as plate stacks in a plurality of clamping cassettes which are equipped with the plate stacks arranged in a vertically oriented transportation apparatus which rotates in a circle. The plate stacks and the individual processing stations rotate in a vertically oriented circular movement and can be supplied to the clamping cassette which is positioned in the processing station. 1. A system for processing battery plates and arrangement of them in battery housings , comprising: a rotary transporting device , anda plurality of individual processing stations arranged about the rotary transporting device, the individual processing stations comprising:an insertion station,a flux station,a lead casting station, anda boxing station where the battery plates are installed in battery cases,wherein the battery plates to be processed are arranged for processing in plate stacks in a number of clamping cassettes provided for this purpose, wherein the clamping cassettes provided with the plate stacks are arranged on the rotary transporting device outboard of the vertical axis to turn in a circular manner,wherein the plurality of individual processing stations can be arranged above, below, or radially outside the transporting device to enable circular movement and, from there, can be respectively brought into the position of the clamping cassette positioned at the individual processing stations,wherein the flux station, further comprises a drying device, tin bath and a tin bath measuring system which serves for measuring the tin level, and a tin wire feed,wherein the lead casting station further comprises a lead bath having a pump for equalizing the level of the molten lead is arranged between an immersion ...

PLANAR CAVITY MEMS AND RELATED STRUCTURES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND DESIGN STRUCTURES

A method of forming a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a lower electrode on a first insulator layer within a cavity of the MEMS. The method further includes forming an upper electrode over another insulator material on top of the lower electrode which is at least partially in contact with the lower electrode. The forming of the lower electrode and the upper electrode includes adjusting a metal volume of the lower electrode and the upper electrode to modify beam bending. 1. A Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) structure comprising:at least one electrode;at least one oxide peg above the at least one electrode; anda beam comprising at least one insulator layer over the at least one oxide peg.2. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein the at least one oxide peg comprises a first oxide peg with a 90 degree bottom corner.3. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein the beam further comprises a metal layer on sidewalls of the first oxide peg.4. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein the at least one oxide peg comprises a second oxide peg with a rounded bottom corner.5. The MEMS structure of claim 4 , wherein the second oxide peg prevents electrical arcing due to a proximity of the at least one electrode and the beam.6. The MEMS structure of claim 4 , wherein the beam further comprises a metal layer on top and sidewalls of the second oxide peg.7. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , further comprising an oxide material on the at least one insulator layer.8. The MEMS structure of claim 7 , wherein the oxide material has a depth of about 2.3 μm.9. The MEMS structure of claim 8 , wherein the at least one electrode comprises aluminum and is doped with silicon to prevent a reaction with a silicon layer.10. The MEMS structure of claim 1 , wherein the at least one electrode comprises a first electrode and a second electrode.11. The MEMS structure of claim 10 , wherein the first electrode is spaced apart from the second electrode by a wire spacing gap. The ...

PLANAR CAVITY MEMS AND RELATED STRUCTURES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND DESIGN STRUCTURES

A method of forming a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a lower electrode on a first insulator layer within a cavity of the MEMS. The method further includes forming an upper electrode over another insulator material on top of the lower electrode which is at least partially in contact with the lower electrode. The forming of the lower electrode and the upper electrode includes adjusting a metal volume of the lower electrode and the upper electrode to modify beam bending. 1. A structure , comprising:at least one wire;at least one insulator layer on the at least one wire;a beam over the at least one wire; andat least one electrode over the at least one wire,wherein the beam comprises at least one cavity via with one of rounded corners and chamfered corners.2. The structure of claim 1 , wherein the at least one cavity via comprises tapered sidewalls.3. The structure of claim 1 , wherein the at least one electrode comprisesa lower electrode and an upper electrode over the lower electrode.4. The structure of claim 3 , wherein the upper electrode is U-shaped with an insulator material adjacent to outer sidewalls of the upper electrode.5. The structure of claim 3 , wherein a metal volume of the lower electrode and a metal volume of the upper electrode are based at least on a layout of the lower electrode.6. The structure of claim 3 , wherein the lower electrode and the upper electrode are different in thicknesses relative to one another claim 3 , with a metal volume of the upper electrode and the lower electrode being balanced.7. The structure of claim 3 , wherein the lower electrode and the upper electrode are asymmetric relative to one another.8. The structure of claim 7 , wherein the lower electrode has diamond patterned shapes removed such that the lower electrode is asymmetric relative to the upper electrode.9. The structure of claim 3 , wherein the lower electrode has a slotted or holed layout claim 3 , and the upper electrode is thinned to ...

Device and Method For Locally Flaring A Braided Tubular Structure

A device for flaring an end section of a braided tubular structure of an electrical conductor defines a reception volume having a peripheral boundary for receiving the end section of the braided tubular structure. The device further includes one or more rotatable rollers of which each has at least one peripheral roller surface facing the peripheral boundary of the reception volume. The one or more rollers are adapted to move relative to the reception volume in a peripheral direction about the reception volume for flaring the end section.

Manufacturing device for field pole magnet body and manufacturing method for same

A manufacturing device for a field pole magnet body includes a reference jig having reference surfaces in the lengthwise direction, width direction, and thickness direction for positioning a plurality of cleaved and divided magnet fragments in an aligned state. The manufacturing device further includes a first pressing means that presses the plurality of magnet fragments to the thickness direction reference surface from the thickness direction of a magnet body to align them in the thickness direction, and a second pressing means that presses the plurality of magnet fragments to the width direction reference surface from the width direction of the magnet body to align them in the width direction. An operational axis line of a pressing part of at least one of the first and second pressing means is arranged to be tilted such that it approaches the lengthwise direction reference surface at the side that abuts the magnet fragments.

Manufacturing method of circuit board and piezochromic stamp

A manufacturing method of a circuit board and a piezochromic stamp are provided. A circuit pattern is formed on a dielectric substrate. A dielectric layer having a hole or a conductive via and covering the circuit pattern is formed on the dielectric substrate. A conductive seed layer is formed on the dielectric layer. A photoresist layer is formed on the conductive seed layer. A piezochromic stamp is imprinted on the photoresist layer, wherein when the pressing side of the piezochromic stamp is in contact with the conductive seed layer, the light transmittance effect thereof is changed to blocking or allowing light having a specific wavelength to pass through. A patterned photoresist layer is formed by using the piezochromic stamp as a mask. A patterned metal layer is formed on the exposed conductive seed layer. The patterned photoresist layer and the conductive seed layer are removed.

CONNECTING POLE FOR A RECHARGEABLE BATTERY, RECHARGEABLE BATTERY HOUSING AND MACHINE FOR PRODUCING A CONNECTING POLE

The invention relates to a connecting pole () for a rechargeable battery () having the following features: a) the connecting pole () has a connecting section (), in which a pole terminal can be fastened on the connecting pole (), b) the connecting pole () has a fastening section (), in which the connecting pole () can be fastened in a housing part () of the rechargeable battery (), c) the fastening section () has a labyrinth section (), d) the outer wall () of the connecting pole () has, in the labyrinth section (), one or more peripheral projections (), e) at least two adjacently arranged peripheral projections () are flanged in pairs in the mutually facing direction, wherein a recess () is formed on each of the peripheral projections () with respect to the outer wall () of the connecting pole () by the flanged region. The invention also relates to a rechargeable battery housing or a part thereof with at least one such connecting pole and to a machine for producing such a connecting pole. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. A connecting pole for a rechargeable battery , the connecting pole comprising:a connecting section in which a pole terminal can be attached to the connecting pole,an attachment section in which the connecting pole can be attached in a housing section of a rechargeable battery,a labyrinth section,an outer wall comprising one or more peripheral projections in the labyrinth section, wherein at least two adjacently arranged peripheral projections are flanged in pairs in the mutually facing direction, wherein at least one flanged projection forms a hook-shaped profile, wherein flanging only produces one single undercut having a hook-shaped profile per peripheral projection, resulting in an asymmetrical profile of the peripheral projection.10. The connecting pole according to claim 9 , characterized in that the peripheral projections provided with the undercut by flanging are ...

Thin film battery module, thin film battery package, thin film battery package manufacturing device, and thin film battery package manufacturing method

Provided is a thin film battery module. The thin film battery module comprises: a battery module which is configured of unit cells stacked against each other; and a shock absorbing portion which surrounds the space between the unit cells and the battery module. Also provided are a thin film battery package, a thin film battery package manufacturing device, and a thin film battery package manufacturing method.

Electric connector

The electric connector includes an electrically insulative housing, and a terminal having an engagement section and inserted into a terminal space formed in the housing in a direction from a rear towards a front of the housing, the housing including a lance protruding in the housing towards an axis of the terminal space, and being able to engage to and disengage from the engagement section of the terminal, a resilient support resiliently supporting the lance such that the lance is able to move away from the axis, and a path through which a jig for disengaging the lance from the engagement section is inserted into the housing through a front of the housing towards the lance along the engagement section, the resilient support being formed with a slit communicating with the path and extending towards the lance from an entrance of the path.

Wound-wire-type inductor component

A wound-wire-type inductor component includes a core including a column-shaped shaft part that extends in a first direction, and a first support part and a second support part that are respectively provided at a first end portion and a second end portion of the shaft part; a first terminal electrode and a second terminal electrode that are respectively provided on the first support part and the second support part; and a wire including a wound wire part that is wound around the shaft part and a first end and a second end that are respectively connected to the first terminal electrode and the second terminal electrode. The interval between adjacent turns of the wound wire part in the first direction is set so that the number of turns wound around the shaft part is high with respect to a prescribed inductance value.

System and method for mounting photovoltaic panels

A system for securing photovoltaic panel modules to a support structure includes a first elongate member securable to the support structure. The first elongate member includes a plurality of first mounting sites positionally fixed thereon. A second elongate member is securable to the support structure. The second elongate member includes a plurality of second mounting sites positionally fixed thereon. The second elongate member is spaced from the first elongate member and aligned therewith in a generally parallel orientation. The position of the first and second elongate members is adjustable to align the first and second fixed mounting sites in a predetermined configuration. When the first and second elongate members are aligned in the predetermined configuration, the plurality of first mounting sites and second mounting sites are brought into alignment with each other to permit mounting of a plurality of panel modules to the first and second elongate members.

System and method for rapid battery exchange in electric vehicles

A system and method for the rapid exchange of batteries in an electric vehicle. The electric vehicle contains a removable battery housed in the vehicle's undercarriage. The electric vehicle moves through the exchange system either by propelling itself or by being propelled by the system. As the vehicle is propelled forward, the removable battery within the vehicle is unlocked from the vehicle and replaced with a charged battery. The charged battery forces the removable battery out of the rear of the vehicle as the vehicle moves forward through the exchange. The vehicle remains powered throughout the exchange process. Once the charged battery is aligned in position under the vehicle and connected to the vehicle through corresponding contacts, the charged battery is located into place in the vehicle's undercarriage and the vehicle is ready for additional driving.

CONNECTING POLE FOR A RECHARGEABLE BATTERY, RECHARGEABLE BATTERY HOUSING AND MACHINE FOR PRODUCING A CONNECTING POLE

The invention relates to a connecting pole () for a rechargeable battery () having the following features: a) the connecting pole () has a connecting section (), in which a pole terminal can be fastened on the connecting pole (), b) the connecting pole () has a fastening section (), in which the connecting pole () can be fastened in a housing part () of the rechargeable battery (), c) the fastening section () has a labyrinth section (), d) the outer wall () of the connecting pole () has, in the labyrinth section (), one or more peripheral projections (), e) at least two adjacently arranged peripheral projections () are flanged in pairs in the mutually facing direction, wherein a recess () is formed on each of the peripheral projections () with respect to the outer wall () of the connecting pole () by the flanged region. The invention also relates to a rechargeable battery housing or a part thereof with at least one such connecting pole and to a machine for producing such a connecting pole. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. A connecting pole for a rechargeable battery , the connecting pole comprising:a connecting section, an attachment section, and a labyrinth section;an outer wall surrounding a cavity arranged for introduction of a pole body, andan inner wall within the cavity, the entire inner wall having a smooth surface;wherein a portion of the outer wall is interrupted a plurality of peripheral projections, a peripheral projection from the plurality of peripheral projections having an undercut flange.10. The connecting pole of claim 9 , wherein the portion of the outer wall which is interrupted by the plurality of peripheral projections is located on the labyrinth section.11. The connecting pole of claim 9 , wherein the plurality of peripheral projections comprises a pair of peripheral projections claim 9 , the pair of peripheral projections having undercut flanges which are mutually facing ...

PLANAR CAVITY MEMS AND RELATED STRUCTURES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND DESIGN STRUCTURES

A method of forming at least one Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a beam structure and an electrode on an insulator layer, remote from the beam structure. The method further includes forming at least one sacrificial layer over the beam structure, and remote from the electrode. The method further includes forming a lid structure over the at least one sacrificial layer and the electrode. The method further includes providing simultaneously a vent hole through the lid structure to expose the sacrificial layer and to form a partial via over the electrode. The method further includes venting the sacrificial layer to form a cavity. The method further includes sealing the vent hole with material. The method further includes forming a final via in the lid structure to the electrode, through the partial via. 1. A method of forming at least one Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) , comprising:forming an insulator layer on a first sacrificial layer and a beam;forming a cavity via in the insulator layer, exposing a portion of the first sacrificial layer;forming an electrode on the insulator layer;forming a second sacrificial layer over the beam and in the cavity via;forming a lid material over the second sacrificial layer and the electrode;providing a vent hole in the lid material to expose at least the second sacrificial layer and forming a partial via over the electrode;venting the first sacrificial layer and the second sacrificial layer to form at least a lower cavity and an upper cavity, respectively; andforming a final via through the lid material by etching the lid material through the partial via, to the electrode,wherein the partial via is formed at a same time as the vent hole, andwherein the vent hole is provided greater than 5 microns away from both the partial via and the final via.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the beam and the upper cavity are remote from the electrode.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the vent hole is rounded or ...

PLANAR CAVITY MEMS AND RELATED STRUCTURES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND DESIGN STRUCTURES

A method of forming at least one Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) includes forming a beam structure and an electrode on an insulator layer, remote from the beam structure. The method further includes forming at least one sacrificial layer over the beam structure, and remote from the electrode. The method further includes forming a lid structure over the at least one sacrificial layer and the electrode. The method further includes providing simultaneously a vent hole through the lid structure to expose the sacrificial layer and to form a partial via over the electrode. The method further includes venting the sacrificial layer to form a cavity. The method further includes sealing the vent hole with material. The method further includes forming a final via in the lid structure to the electrode, through the partial via. 1. A method in a computer-aided design system for generating a functional design model of a MEMS , the method comprising:generating a functional representation of simultaneously providing a vent hole through a lid structure to expose a sacrificial layer and to form a partial via over an electrode;generating a functional representation of venting the sacrificial layer to form a cavity; andgenerating a functional representation of forming a final via in the lid structure to the electrode, through the partial via,wherein the partial via has a larger cross section diameter than a remaining portion of the final via, andthe functional design model of the MEMS is generated to manufacture a MEMS device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the final via has a tapered angle.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising:generating a functional representation of the electrode remote from a beam structure;generating a functional representation of forming a sacrificial material on discrete wires;generating a functional representation of forming the beam structure on the sacrificial material;generating a functional representation of forming an insulator layer over ...

ELECTRONIC DEVICE WITH WRAP AROUND DISPLAY

A consumer electronic product includes at least a transparent housing and a flexible display assembly enclosed within the transparent housing. In the described embodiment, the flexible display assembly is configured to present visual content at any portion of the transparent housing. 1. A portable electronic device having front and rear surfaces , comprising:a transparent enclosure that forms at least part of the front and rear surfaces;a circuit board; anda display assembly configured to provide visual content, wherein the display assembly is positioned in the transparent enclosure and extends around the circuit board, wherein the display assembly has first and second ends, wherein the second end is coupled to the first end at a joint, and wherein the visual content extends continuously across the joint.2. The portable electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the transparent enclosure defines an interior surface claim 1 , and wherein the display assembly is capable of presenting the visual content at any location along the interior surface.3. The portable electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the transparent enclosure comprises a rectangular cross section.4. The portable electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the transparent enclosure lacks a seam.5. The portable electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the joint comprises a lap joint.6. The portable electronic device of claim 5 , wherein the first end is at least partially covered by the second end to define the lap joint.7. The portable electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the transparent enclosure comprises:a first region that defines a first surface, the first region having a first curvature; anda second region that defines a second surface, the second region having a second curvature greater than the first curvature,wherein the display assembly presents icons representing software applications at a first location corresponding to the first region, andwherein the display assembly further presents icons a control ...

ELECTRONIC DEVICE WITH WRAP AROUND DISPLAY

A consumer electronic product includes at least a transparent housing and a flexible display assembly enclosed within the transparent housing. In the described embodiment, the flexible display assembly is configured to present visual content at any portion of the transparent housing. 1. An electronic device having a front surface , comprising:a transparent structure having a first portion located on the front surface of the electronic device, a second portion that bends away from the first portion, and a rounded corner; anda display that displays images through the first portion of the transparent structure, the second portion of the transparent structure, and the rounded corner, wherein the display has a folded portion that conforms to the rounded corner of the transparent structure.2. The electronic device defined in wherein the transparent structure forms a continuous loop around a periphery of the electronic device.3. The electronic device defined in wherein the display displays the images across the continuous loop.4. The electronic device defined in wherein the first portion of the transparent structure is planar.5. The electronic device defined in wherein the rounded corner has a curvature that is different from a curvature of the second portion.6. The electronic device defined in wherein the display is laminated to an interior surface of the transparent structure.7. The electronic device defined in wherein the transparent structure has a third portion located on a rear surface of the electronic device.8. The electronic device defined in wherein the display displays the images through the third portion.9. The electronic device defined in wherein the third portion is planar.10. The electronic device defined in wherein the transparent structure comprises glass.11. An electronic device claim 1 , comprising;a transparent housing that forms a loop around a perimeter of the electronic device;a flexible display that is folded within the transparent housing and that ...

Dual purpose bond pads for head sliders

The present invention is directed to the fabrication of head sliders for use in hard disk drives, and in particular the provision and usage of electrical bond pads on the slider surface structure to accommodate needs of the fabrication process as well as slider operation within a disk drive.

Low diffuse scatter, anechoic chamber absorber

An electromagnetic chamber absorber provided improved absorption across a wideband and both lower diffuse and specular scatter and a method for constructing the same. An exemplary device can compromise a periodic arrangement of disconnected electromagnetically lossy elements where the periodicity of the lattice is adjusted to suppress all or most grating lobe scattering. Because the electromagnetically lossy elements are disconnected, scalable manufacturing approaches are enabled. The lossy elements can be easily fabricated via shaping, which includes rolling, folding and cutting resistive and/or magnetic sheet materials. The lossy elements can be repeatably placed in a periodic lattice using low density scaffolding approaches and/or other alignment mechanisms. The absorption at the lower frequency part of the electromagnetic bands (below 1 - 2 GHz) can be improved via the addition of parallel lossy sheets into the low-density scaffolding.

SYSTEM FOR MANUFACTURING ELECTROSURGICAL SEAL PLATES

A system for the manufacture of an end effector assembly which is configured for use with an electrosurgical instrument configured for performing an electrosurgical procedure is provided. The system includes a photolithography module that is configured to etch one or more pockets on a seal surface of the seal plate. A vacuum module is configured to raise, transfer and lower a spacer from a location remote from the pocket(s) on the seal plate to the pocket on the seal plate(s). An adhesive dispensing module is configured to dispense an adhesive into the pocket on the seal plate. An optical module is configured to monitor a volume of the adhesive dispensed within the pocket and monitor placement of the spacer within the pocket. 17-. (canceled)8. An end effector configured for use with an electrosurgical forceps device , the end effector comprising:a first jaw member comprising a first sealing surface including a plurality of flanges configured to secure the sealing surface to an overmolding material; and a second sealing surface having a recess defined therein; and', 'a spacer extending from the recess and configured to maintain a gap distance between the first and second sealing surfaces when the first and second jaw members are in the closed condition., 'a second jaw member operably coupled to the first jaw member such that at least one of the first jaw member or the second jaw member is movable relative to the other between an open condition and a closed condition, the second jaw member including9. The end effector according to claim 8 , further comprising an adhesive disposed within the recess and configured to retain the spacer within the recess.10. The end effector according to claim 8 , wherein the first jaw member is movable relative to the second jaw member.11. The end effector according to claim 8 , wherein the second jaw member is movable relative to the first jaw member12. The end effector according to claim 8 , wherein the spacer extends above the second ...

WIRING HARNESS PRODUCTION MOUNTING

The wiring harness production mounting, includes: at least one screen for displaying data aiding in the production of wiring harnesses, and at least one attachment surface associated with the at least one display screen, the at least one attachment surface being configured to receive at least one cable-routing element. 1. A method for assisting with the production of wire harnesses comprising the following steps:{'b': '601', 'displaying (), on a screen, a wiring diagram of said wire harness;'}{'b': '603', 'determining () at least one cable to be placed on a wire harness production support;'}{'b': '604', 'displaying (), on said wiring diagram, at least one route associated with said at least one determined cable;'}{'b': '607', 'determining () at least one connector to be placed on said support;'}{'b': '608', 'displaying () a second list of cables to be connected to said connector;'}{'b': '609', 'selecting () at least one cable from said second list;'}{'b': '610', 'displaying () an information window relating to at least one operation to be performed by a user on said at least one selected cable, said window comprising the designation of at least one tool to be used for performing said operation;'}determining a first identifier associated with said at least one tool for performing a cable operation;comparing said first identifier with a second identifier associated with said at least one tool designated in said information window;based on a non-correspondence between the first and second identifiers, displaying an error message in the case of;displaying an information window relating to at least one following operation to be performed by a user on said at least one selected cable in the case of correspondence between the first and second identifiers; anddisplaying information relating to said operation in the case of correspondence between the first and second identifiers.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising a step of displaying claim 1 , on said ...

Interposers And Fabrication Methods That Use Nanoparticle Inks And Magnetic Fields

Interposer circuitry () is formed on a possibly sacrificial substrate () from a porous core (′) covered by a conductive coating (″) which increases electrical conductance. The core is printed from nanoparticle ink. Then a support (S) is formed, e.g. by molding, to mechanically stabilize the circuitry. A magnetic field can be used to stabilize the circuitry while the circuitry or the support are being formed. Other features are also provided. 1. A structure comprising an interposer comprising:a support; andinterconnection circuitry passing through the support and operable to interconnect circuits above and below the interposer, the interconnection circuitry comprising:one or more first contact pads at a top of the interposer;one or more second contact pads at a bottom of the interposer; andone or more electrically conductive features interconnecting the first and second contact pads in a desired pattern;wherein the one or more electrically conductive features comprise:one or more porous elongated segments underlying a top surface of the support; andfor each elongated segment, an electrically conductive layer covering an entire longitudinal sidewall of the elongated segment and substantially conforming to the longitudinal sidewall of the elongated segment, the electrically conductive layer having a lower porosity than the elongated segment.2. The structure of further comprising a dielectric layer over the electrically conductive layer of each elongated segment claim 1 , the dielectric layer substantially conforming to the longitudinal surface of each elongated segment.3. The structure of wherein the support is not dielectric claim 2 , and the dielectric layer electrically insulates each elongated segment from the support.4. The structure of wherein at least one elongated segment comprises a coil.5. The structure of wherein the coil comprises at least two full turns.6. The structure of comprising dielectric and conductive layers on the support that comprise circuitry ...

BATTERY ASSEMBLY WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL DEVICE

A battery module of the present invention is adaptable to be utilized in various configurations including and not limited to an overlapping battery cell packaging configuration and a vertical stack battery cell packaging configuration used in an automotive and non-automotive applications. The battery module has a plurality of battery heatsink assemblies with the cells disposed therebetween. A plurality of rods extend through the each heatsink assemblies to secure the heatsink assemblies and the cell with one another to form the battery module. 1. A battery assembly comprising:at least one battery pack;a plurality of prismatic cells of said at least one battery pack; andat least one cell retaining element extending between two of said prismatic cells and presenting a pair of mechanical devices with one of said devices mechanically engaging one of said prismatic cells and another of said devices mechanically engaging the other of said prismatic cells thereby locking said prismatic cells with said cell retaining element and forming contact between said at least one cell retaining element and said prismatic cells for manipulating temperature of said prismatic cells through said at least one cell retaining element.2. A battery assembly as set forth in wherein one of said mechanical devices is further defined by a plate formed from at least one of thermally conductive materials.3. A battery assembly as set forth in wherein said at least one cell retaining element is further defined by a pair of first frames with said plate being sandwiched between said pair of first frames.4. A battery assembly as set forth in wherein each of said first frames includes a peripheral edge claim 3 , a plurality of male connectors extending from each of said first frames claim 3 , a plurality of female connectors defined in each of said first frames.5. A battery assembly as set forth in wherein each of said first frames includes at least one pin extending therefrom to mechanically engage one ...

Battery including aluminum components

A primary lithium battery can include a current collector that includes aluminum, a cap that includes aluminum, or both. The aluminum battery components can have high mechanical strength and low electrical resistance.

Folding apparatus for an electrode assembly

Disclosed herein is a folding device to manufacture a stacked/folded type electrode assembly having unit cells sequentially stacked in a state in which a separation film is disposed between the respective unit cells, the folding device including a web supply unit to supply a web having plate-shaped unit cells arranged at the top of a separation film at predetermined intervals, a winding jig to rotate the unit cells while holding a first one of the unit cells of the web so that the unit cells are sequentially stacked in a state in which the separation film is disposed between the respective unit cells, and a Y-axis directional rotary shaft compensation unit to compensate for a position of a rotary shaft of the winding jig in a direction (Y-axis direction) perpendicular to an advancing direction of the web, wherein the Y-axis directional rotary shaft compensation unit periodically changes the position of the rotary shaft in the direction (Y axis) perpendicular to the advancing direction (X axis) of the web to minimize vertical amplitude of the web during winding.

Method and apparatuses for printing and printed product

The invention concerns a method for forming a conductive pattern on an insulating substrate and a related apparatus. In the method, particle-type conductive matter is transferred onto a surface of the substrate and the particle-type conductive matter is at least partially sintered at elevated temperature and pressure in order to convert the particle-formed pattern into a continuously conducting pattern affixed to the substrate. According to the invention, the conductive matter is transferred in the form of a predefined pattern, and the sintering is carried out by using a nip comprising two opposing nip members between which the substrate is fed. The method provides an efficient way of making high-resolution conductor structures at low temperatures.

Printed circuit boards having pads for solder balls and methods for the implementation thereof

A printed circuit board includes a group of pads suitable to be soldered to a respective group of solder-balls of a device. Each pad of the group has a crack initiation point on its perimeter at a location where cracks in a solder-ball are anticipated to start after that solder-ball is soldered to that pad. For a pad of that group having a microvia located therein, a center of that microvia is located farther than a center of that pad from its crack initiation point. For a pad of that group having a trace merging along a portion of its perimeter, that portion does not include a vicinity of that crack initiation point.

Ventilator for rapid response to respiratory disease conditions

The present specification discloses a ventilator system that can be manufactured quickly with minimal skill requirements and rapidly deployed in response to epidemic respiratory disease conditions. In one embodiment, the ventilator, having a minimal number of controls, is used to give ventilation or mechanical breathing to a patient suffering ARDS. The mechanical ventilation is based on pressure control and has variable pressure, breathing rate, and oxygenation. Preferably, the ventilator is rapidly deployable, easy and intuitive to operate, and capable of sustaining at least 75% of epidemic respiratory distress victims who require assisted ventilation until resuming normal breathing.

Battery cell assembly system and method

A battery cell assembly system is characterized by an apparatus for automatically packaging battery plates in separator material, and for then positioning a plurality of the plates side by side in an open ended outer container of the cell to alternate negative and positive plates. The apparatus has a casting station whereat lugs on plates of like polarity are joined and posts added to the cell, and a sealing station at which a cover is placed on the open end of the container to complete the cell.

用于电能存储装置的生产的设备和方法

用来生产用来存储电能的装置的生产设备和方法被公开，其中隔板插在其间的交替地彼此面对的平的阴极和阳极的堆叠被生产，并且其中该隔板由沿单个折叠方向折叠数次的单个连续带形成。

电极层叠装置以及电极层叠方法

电极层叠装置具有：检测单元(200)，其针对将作为第一电极的正极(24)配置于形成为袋状的隔离件(40)内所得的袋装电极检测作为第一电极的正极(24)的位置；以及层叠单元(112、122)，其基于所检测出的作为第一电极的正极(24)的位置，将作为第一电极的正极(24)层叠于极性与作为第一电极的正极(24)不同的作为第二电极的负极(30)。

Die attaching apparatus, cleaning system for cleaning the apparatus and method of cleaning the same

다양한 패키지에 대응하여 짧은 시간내에 부품을 용이하게 교체하고 콜렛과 열판의 표면의 오염을 방지하는 다이 어태치 장치, 세정 시스템 및 세정방법에 대해 개시한다. 그 장치, 시스템 및 방법은 플런저의 하단에 탈착이 가능하도록 부착되어 다이에 직접 압력을 가하는 콜렛과 소정의 간격만큼 이격되고, 열판을 연마하는 연마수단을 장착한 열판연마기와 열판연마기의 측벽에 부착되어 열판 상에 존재하는 찌꺼기를 제거하는 열판세정기를 이용하여 세정한다. Disclosed are a die attach device, a cleaning system, and a cleaning method for easily replacing parts in a short time corresponding to various packages and preventing contamination of surfaces of the collet and the hot plate. The apparatus, system and method are detachably attached to the bottom of the plunger, spaced apart from the collet by direct pressure on the die by a predetermined interval, and attached to the sidewalls of the hotplate polisher and hotplate polisher equipped with polishing means for polishing the hotplate. It is cleaned using a hot plate cleaner which removes debris existing on the hot plate. 콜렛, 열판, 탈착, 세정 Collet, Hot Plate, Desorption, Cleaning

电池、生产此电池的工艺、生产电池壳体的工艺、以及电池组

本发明涉及一种使用如下壳体的电池，其中，容纳电气单元的壳体下部的截面为四边形或六边形而容纳密封板的壳体上部的截面为圆形或椭圆形。借助壳体下部的形状，电池组的空间效率得到增加，而借助壳体上部的形状，电池的生产率得到提高。进一步优选地，壳体下部的转角被倒圆或倒角，从而电池组中的温升被抑制。