A wheel for a luggage receptacle including weighing means

Hot regeneration repairing method for road having changing road surface line shape by optimizing asphalt mixture ratio

A hot regeneration repairing method for road having a changing road surface line shape by optimizing the asphalt mixture ratio, comprising the following steps: step 1: sampling a road surface material of a road to be repaired having a changing line shape, acquiring an asphalt mixture sample, said sampling being performed by simulating the intermittent heating and raking modes during in-situ heat regeneration construction; step 2: performing test analysis on the asphalt mixture sample to determine the asphalt content of the asphalt mixture and the grade of the ore of the original road surface; step 3: calculating the thickness N of a new asphalt mixture to be added and the loose paving coefficient of a regenerated asphalt mixture; step 4: supplementing aged asphalt with contents of light oil, aromatic hydrocarbons and aromatics, and adding a regenerant to the aged asphalt according to grading of the asphalt, so that the penetration index of the aged asphalt is restored to 80% of the performance ...

KAPPA SWITCHING DC-DC CONVERTER WITH CONTINUOUS INPUT AND OUTPUT CURRENTS

The Kappa converter circuit, as introduced herein, can be configured for step-down (buck), step-up (boost), or buck-boost operation. The Kappa converter circuit exhibits lower electromagnetic interference (EMI) relative to other buck, boost, or buck-boost topologies, such as without additional input or output filter circuits. The Kappa converter circuit can have high power handling capability and less DCR loss, for example due to a distribution of current signals through respective inductors. The Kappa converter circuit includes isolating inductors at its input and ground reference nodes to help reduce signal bounce or signal pulsations at supply and ground reference busses, thereby further reducing EMI noise due to switching in the circuit. When the Kappa converter is configured for step-up operation, the converter exhibits no right-half-plane (RHP) zero.

Amplifier circuit having stacked main amplifier and parallel sub-amplifier

An amplifier circuit for amplifying an input signal to generate an output signal is provided. The amplifier circuit has a stacked main amplifier, a parallel sub-amplifier, and a signal combiner. The stacked main amplifier includes a first amplifier unit for outputting a first amplified signal generated from processing the input signal; and a second amplifier unit for outputting a second amplified signal generated from processing the first amplified signal. The first amplifier unit and the second amplifier unit share bias current. The parallel sub-amplifier is coupled to the stacked main amplifier according to a parallel connection fashion, and outputs a third amplified signal generated from processing the input signal. The signal combiner combines the second amplified signal and the third amplified signal to generate the output signal.

Network multimedia player

MULTIPLE-PHASE SWITCHED-CAPACITOR-INDUCTOR BOOST CONVERTER TECHNIQUES

Techniques for multiple-phase, high-boost converters are provided. In an example, a multiple-phase switched-capacitor-inductor (MPSCI) boost converter can include a first phase circuit, a second phase circuit, and a capacitor. Each of the first phase circuit and the second phase circuit can include a first switch, an inductor having a first node coupled to a first supply rail, and a second switch configured to selectively couple a second node of the inductor to a second supply rail. The capacitor can be coupled between the second node of the inductor of the second phase circuit and the first switch of the second phase circuit.

Disk drive detecting track squeeze when circular tracks are defined from non-circular servo tracks

A disk drive is disclosed comprising a head actuated over a disk comprising a plurality of non-circular servo tracks for defining a plurality of substantially circular tracks. Each non-circular servo track comprises a plurality of servo sectors defining a plurality of servo wedges. The head is positioned at a first offset relative to a first circular track and a relationship of servo bursts for each servo wedge is first generated. The head is positioned at a second offset relative to the first circular track and the relationship of the servo bursts for each servo wedge is second generated. For each servo wedge, a selection is made between the first generated relationship at the first offset and the second generated relationship at the second offset, and the servo bursts at the selected offset are evaluated to generate a track squeeze indicator.

Disk drive servo control using hybrid upsample filter

A disk drive is disclosed comprising a disk comprising a plurality of servo tracks, wherein each servo track comprises a plurality of servo sectors, and an actuator for actuating a head over the disk in response to an actuator control signal. The servo sectors are read to generate a first sequence of control samples x[k] at a sample frequency corresponding to a frequency of the servo sectors. A hybrid upsample filter is used to upsample by a factor of N the first sequence of control samples x[k] to generate a second sequence of control samples y[ki], wherein the hybrid upsample filter provides a higher phase gain than a zero-order type upsample filter at frequencies less than one kilohertz, and approximately the same attenuation as a first-order type upsample filter around the sample frequency. The actuator control signal is generated in response to the second sequence of control samples y[ki].

Disk drive servo control techniques to preserve PES continuity

A disk drive comprising a moveable head, a disk, and a servo controller that implements servo control techniques to preserve PES continuity during track following operations is disclosed. The disk includes a plurality of tracks in which a substantial majority of the tracks include a plurality of servo sectors having a plurality of servo bursts that are utilized in track following operations. The servo controller controls track following operations with the moveable head and implements operations to preserve PES continuity during track following. These operations include: dividing tracks of the disk into a plurality of zones wherein each zone includes zone boundaries; and utilizing a PES equation for each zone to generate a PES value based upon read servo bursts wherein each zone PES equation includes a normalizing factor to account for boundary conditions associated with zone boundaries to preserve PES value continuity between zones.

HISTONE DEACETYLASE INHIBITORS AND SYNTHETIC METHOD THEREOF AND USE THEREOF IN MANUFACTURE OF MEDICAMENTS

The invention provides histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitors shown as Formula I, where R1 to R8 are as defined in the specification. The invention also provides methods for synthesis of these compounds and applications of these compounds in preparing pharmaceuticals for preventing or treating mammal diseases related to the dysregulation of HDAC.

Battery

Disclosed is a battery comprising a housing, a battery cell and an end cover structure. The housing has an opening, through which the battery cell may be provided in the housing, and the end cover structure covers the opening. one end of the battery cell comprises a first electrode tab and a second electrode tab with different electrode polarities, the first and second electrode tabs are both towards the opening when the battery cell is provided in the housing, and the end cover structure comprises a first electrode connecting part and a second electrode connecting part, the first electrode connecting part is electrically connected to the first electrode tab and the second electrode connecting part is electrically connected to the second electrode tab when the end cover structure covers the opening, the first electrode connecting part and the second electrode connecting part are connected by insulating sealing part.

Focusing member and optoelectronic device

A focusing member and an optoelectronic device having the same are provided. The focusing member includes multiple levels of conductive plugs and multiple levels of conductive layers that together form an inversed half-boat shape. The optoelectronic device includes a bottom layer, an optical waveguide above the bottom layer, a dielectric layer covering the optical waveguide, and the above focusing member disposed at an edge of the optoelectronic device and located in the dielectric layer above the optical waveguide. A wider end of the inversed half-boat shape of the focusing member faces the outside of the optoelectronic device. The refractive indexes of the bottom layer and the dielectric layer are smaller than that of the optical waveguide.

AMPLIFIER CIRCUIT HAVING STACKED MAIN AMPLIFIER AND PARALLEL SUB-AMPLIFIER

An amplifier circuit for amplifying an input signal to generate an output signal is provided. The amplifier circuit has a stacked main amplifier, a parallel sub-amplifier, and a signal combiner. The stacked main amplifier includes a first amplifier unit for outputting a first amplified signal generated from processing the input signal; and a second amplifier unit for outputting a second amplified signal generated from processing the first amplified signal. The first amplifier unit and the second amplifier unit share bias current. The parallel sub-amplifier is coupled to the stacked main amplifier according to a parallel connection fashion, and outputs a third amplified signal generated from processing the input signal. The signal combiner combines the second amplified signal and the third amplified signal to generate the output signal.

SYNERGISTIC WOOD PRESERVATIVE COMPOSITION COMPRISING POLYMERIC BETAINE AND CARBAMATE

A synergistic wood preservation composition comprising a polymeric betaine and 3-iodo-2-propynyl butyl carbamate (IPBC). Also, a method of controlling microorganisms that produce mold and/or sapstain on wood or wood products or wood coating solutions by applying to a wood or wood product or wood coating solutions the synergistic wood preservation composition to control the microorganisms.

A driving arrangement for a wheelchair

A driving arrangement for a wheel chair 1, the arrangement comprising a main drive wheel 3 connected by a drive jaw coupling to a separate push ring 9, the push ring 9 coupled forward of drive wheel 3 upon a push ring hub 21 with a chain or belt to a drive wheel hub, the push ring hub and the drive wheel hub 22 have respective gears to provide 5 part of the driving jaw coupling 28 such that in use when the push ring 9 is turned the wheel hub is reciprocally turned with the wheel. With the present invention push rings 9 on separate hubs 21 are provided with a mechanical coupling to the drive wheel 3. The push rings can be inside or outside of their respective drive wheel, forward of and above the drive wheel for user convenience. The push ring may also contain an inertia weight. The push ring may be circular, rectangular, pentagonal, octagonal or hexagonal in shape. The advantage of such a system prevents the users hands becoming dirty or trapped in the mechanism.

Isolated Flyback Converter with Sleep Mode for Light Load Operation

A flyback converter uses primary side sensing to sense the output voltage for regulation feedback. A comparator on the primary side detects whether the output voltage has exceeded a predetermined regulated voltage by a first threshold to detect an over-voltage condition, resulting from a current generated by the converter exceeding the load current. Triggering of the comparator causes the converter to enter a non-switching sleep mode, whereby the output voltage droops over a period of time. When the output voltage has drooped below the predetermined regulated voltage by a second threshold, a synchronous rectifier is controlled to turn on, then off, to generate a pulse in the primary winding. Upon detection of the pulse, the sleep mode is terminated, and normal operation resumes until a regulated voltage is achieved or until the first threshold is again exceeded by the output voltage.

Load current feedforward schemes for current-mode controlled power converters

A switching power converter circuit comprises an inductor arranged to receive input energy from an input circuit node; a switch circuit coupled to the inductor; a load current sensing circuit element coupled to a regulated circuit node and an output circuit node; a compensation circuit coupled to a compensation circuit node; a control circuit coupled to the compensation circuit node and the switch circuit, the control circuit configured to modulate activation of the switch circuit to regulate a voltage at the regulated circuit node; and a feedforward circuit coupled to the load current sensing circuit element and the compensation circuit, and configured to adjust modulation of the switch circuit according to sensed load current.

Multiple-phase switched-capacitor-inductor boost converter techniques

Techniques for multiple-phase, high-boost converters are provided. In an example, a multiple-phase switched-capacitor-inductor (MPSCI) boost converter can include a first phase circuit, a second phase circuit, and a capacitor. Each of the first phase circuit and the second phase circuit can include a first switch, an inductor having a first node coupled to a first supply rail, and a second switch configured to selectively couple a second node of the inductor to a second supply rail. The capacitor can be coupled between the second node of the inductor of the second phase circuit and the first switch of the second phase circuit.

Gas sensor

Metal-oxide gas sensor. According to one embodiment, the sensor includes a layer or pellet of tungsten trioxide (WO3) substituted with one or more added metals. Preferably, the added metals are substituted in a concentration between about 0.005 and 10%, have an oxidation state less than +6, and possess a similar ionic radius to W6+. The substituted metal oxides are preferably formed as nanoparticles and sintered into a dense structure or coating possessing a surface-depletion layer sensitive to the surface adsorption of gas molecules and whose resistance changes in a predictable manner with gas adsorption. The extent of resistance change, rate of change and rate of desorption can be different for different gases, depending on the gas molecule's polarizability, dipole moments and electron configuration. The sensor can be used in a wide range of temperatures and corrosive conditions because of the intrinsic stability of the substituted metal oxides.

Back end of line (BEOL) process corner sensing

Aspects of the disclosure are directed to sensing integrated circuit (IC) Back End Of Line (BEOL) process corners. In one aspect, an apparatus for sensing IC BEOL process corners includes a ring oscillator including a plurality of ring oscillator stages configured to generate an output waveform with a frequency state; and a shield net circuit including a plurality of shield net stages corresponding to the plurality of ring oscillator stages, the shield net circuit having a toggle input. And, a method includes generating an output waveform with a frequency state using a ring oscillator that includes a plurality of ring oscillator stages; modifying a plurality of ring oscillator stage time delays through a coupling between a plurality of shield net stages and the plurality of ring oscillator stages; and selecting the frequency state using a toggle input of a shield net circuit which includes the plurality of shield net stages.

Method and apparatus for facial detection using regional similarity distribution analysis

A method and apparatus for facial recognition by a computing device using an adaptive search window and regional similarity distribution analysis are disclosed herein.

Optoelectronic device and method of forming the same

An optoelectronic device including a substrate, a half-boat-shaped material layer, a deep trench isolation structure, and an optical waveguide is provided. The substrate has a first area. The half-boat-shaped material layer is disposed in the substrate within the first area. The refractive index of the half-boat-shaped material layer is lower than that of the substrate. A top surface of the half-boat-shaped material layer is coplanar with the surface of the substrate. The deep trench isolation structure is disposed in the substrate within the first area and located at one side of a bow portion of the half-boat-shaped material layer. The optical waveguide is disposed on the substrate within the first area. The optical waveguide overlaps a portion of the deep trench isolation structure and at least a portion of the half-boat-shaped material layer.

Method for detecting trace fungi using single-cell sequencing and kit thereof

A method for detecting trace fungi using single-cell sequencing and a fungi detection kit prepared by the method are disclosed. The method includes the steps of obtaining trace fungal cells, extracting fungal protoplasm by breaking the cell walls of fungi, extracting gDNA from trace fungal protoplasm and amplifying the gDNA, constructing trace gDNA library, genome sequencing, bioinformatics analysis and comparison, and determining the species of detected fungi, etc. The method realizes the high-efficiency detection of trace fungi, and can be directly applied to the isolation, detection, identification of trace and difficult-to-identify fungal samples or mixed samples, and in-depth study of genetic information. The fungi detection method and the kit are applicable to industrial production, environmental monitoring, air testing, soil testing, water quality testing, food testing, drug testing, cosmetics testing, health care products testing and medical testing, and other fields.

Histone deacetylase inhibitors and synthetic method thereof and use thereof in manufacture of medicaments

The invention provides histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitors shown as Formula I, where R1 to R8 are as defined in the specification. The invention also provides methods for synthesis of these compounds and applications of these compounds in preparing pharmaceuticals for preventing or treating mammal diseases related to the dysregulation of HDAC.

PEAK-BUCK PEAK-BOOST CURRENT-MODE CONTROL FOR SWITCHED STEP-UP STEP-DOWN REGULATORS

A peak-buck peak-boost current mode control structure and scheme for a synchronous four-switch and non-synchronous two-switch buck-boost regulators sense input and output voltages to smoothly transition between buck mode, buck-boost mode, and boost mode for high power efficiency and low output ripples. With the inductor current sensing, the control scheme achieves the best performance in continuous conduction and discontinuous condition mode operations.

Image edge detection method and apparatus thereof, image target identification method and apparatus thereof

The edge detection method according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may include: convolving pixels to be processed, based on templates in respective predetermined directions for edge detection operators and a logarithm of grayscale values for respective pixels adjacent to the pixels to be processed, so as to obtain brightness differential approximations in the respective predetermined directions for the pixels to be processed; calculating gradient magnitudes of the pixels to be processed, based on the brightness differential approximations in the respective predetermined directions for the pixels to be processed; comparing the gradient magnitudes of the pixels to be processed with a gradient magnitude threshold, and selecting the pixels to be processed whose gradient magnitudes are larger than or equal to the gradient magnitude threshold as edge pixels; and extracting a contour of a target within an image, based on the resultant edge pixels.

Transformer tapping arrangement and methods of operation of same

A tapping arrangement for a transformer, the arrangement comprising a plurality of fixed contacts, a movable rotary contact, a transition rotor with pairs of transition contacts, an interrupter coupling assembly and driving motor(s) are compacted into a single vacuum chamber.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING A DIRECT CURRENT BIAS

A voltage detector operates to detect a system power supply voltage and generate a trigger signal. A control signal generator responds to the trigger signal and generates a control signal. A DC bias generator responds to the control signal by generating a DC bias. The control signal controls the DC bias to have a first value when the power supply voltage is a first voltage and have a second value when the power supply voltage is a second voltage different from the first voltage, wherein the first value is different from the second value. A dynamic DC bias is generated which can not only support a larger voltage scope, but also significantly improves signal to noise ratio. The system power supply detection may concern stop/start operation of an automobile engine.

Peak-buck peak-boost current-mode control for switched step-up step-down regulators

A peak-buck peak-boost current mode control structure and scheme for a synchronous four-switch and non-synchronous two-switch buck-boost regulators sense input and output voltages to smoothly transition between buck mode, buck-boost mode, and boost mode for high power efficiency and low output ripples. With the inductor current sensing, the control scheme achieves the best performance in continuous conduction and discontinuous condition mode operations.

TOUCH DISPLAY PANEL AND DISPLAY DEVICE

A touch display panel includes: a base substrate, including a display area and a peripheral area on at least one side of the display area; pixel units in the display area, including a pixel driving circuit and a light-emitting element electrically connected to each other; touch electrodes in the display area; a touch wire electrically connected to at least one touch electrode, at least part of which extends to the peripheral area; a touch lead in the peripheral area, where the touch lead and the touch wire are in different conductive layers; and a contact groove in the peripheral area, where the touch wire and the touch lead are in contact in the contact groove, where the touch wire has a first touch wire portion in the contact groove, and the first touch wire portion extends obliquely with respect to an upper surface of the base substrate.

Isolated flyback converter with sleep mode for light load operation

A flyback converter uses primary side sensing to sense the output voltage for regulation feedback. A comparator on the primary side detects whether the output voltage has exceeded a predetermined regulated voltage by a first threshold to detect an over-voltage condition, resulting from a current generated by the converter exceeding the load current. Triggering of the comparator causes the converter to enter a non-switching sleep mode, whereby the output voltage droops over a period of time. When the output voltage has drooped below the predetermined regulated voltage by a second threshold, a synchronous rectifier is controlled to turn on, then off, to generate a pulse in the primary winding. Upon detection of the pulse, the sleep mode is terminated, and normal operation resumes until a regulated voltage is achieved or until the first threshold is again exceeded by the output voltage.

Semiconductor photodetector structure and the fabrication method thereof

A semiconductor photodetector structure is provided. The structure includes a substrate, a photodetecting element and a semiconductor layer disposed on the photodetecting element. The substrate includes a first semiconductor material and includes a deep trench. The surface of the deep trench includes a first type dopant. The photodetecting element is disposed in the deep trench. The photodetecting element includes a second semiconductor material. The semiconductor layer includes a second type dopant.

Semiconductor Optoelectronic Structure and the Fabricating Method Thereof

A method of fabricating a semiconductor optoelectronic structure is provided. First, a substrate is provided, and a waveguide is formed therein, and then a plurality of dielectric layers is formed on the waveguide. Next, a contact pad and a passivation layer are provided on the dielectric layers and a patterned mask layer is formed thereon. Last, an etching process is provided by using the patterned mask layer to expose the contact pad and remove a portion of the passivation layer and the dielectric layers to form a transformer.

MEMS and Protection Structure Thereof

A protection structure of a pad is provided. The pad is disposed in a dielectric layer on a semiconductor substrate and the pad includes a connection region and a peripheral region which encompasses the connection region. The protection structure includes at least a barrier, an insulation layer and a mask layer. The barrier is disposed in the dielectric layer in the peripheral region. The insulation layer is disposed on the dielectric layer. The mask layer is disposed on the dielectric layer and covers the insulation layer and the mask layer includes an opening to expose the connection region of the pad.

APPLICATION OF PCSK9 INHIBITORS IN THE PREPARATION OF DRUGS FOR THE TREATMENT OF INFLAMMATORY IMMUNE DISEASES

The invention belongs to the biopharmaceutical. It involves the role and mechanism of PCSK9 in inflammatory immune diseases, and the application of PCSK9 inhibitors to the preparation of drugs for the treatment of inflammatory immune diseases mediated by T cells. In particular, it involves the use of PCSK9 monoclonal antibody, PCSK9 interference RNA and PCSK9 small molecule inhibitors for treating psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, or urticaria. The invention uses psoriasis as an embodiment for the study of inflammatory and immune diseases. It is found that PCSK9 plays an important role in the treatment of inflammatory immune diseases. The PCSK9 monoclonal antibody, PCSK9 interference RNA, and PCSK9 small molecule inhibitor can be further developed for treating inflammatory immune-diseases, such as psoriasis with fewer adverse reactions, at low cost, and with good efficacy.

METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR GENERATING RANDOM NUMBERS BASED ON BIT CELL SETTLING TIME

One feature pertains to a true random number generator that utilizes the settling time of a bit cell as an entropy source to generate random digital output values. The bit cell may be a static random access memory bit cell. The bit cell's settling time may be converted into a digital output using an analog to digital converter. A plurality of bit cells may serially couple to one another in a ring formation. The bit cell ring can then be enabled such that each bit cell of the plurality of bit cells achieves a settling value that activates the subsequent bit cell in the ring causing it to in turn reach a settling value, and so on. An output node of one of the bit cells in the ring can then be sampled using a flip-flop to generate a continuous stream of random bits.

Flat optical fiber cable assembly

A flat optical fiber cable assembly includes a flat optical fiber cable having an optical fiber cord and at least one tension wire, and a reinforcement mechanism having a reinforcing sleeve sleeved on the at least one tension wire, and a reinforcing body having an outer surface, a through groove indented inwardly from the outer surface, and a positioning groove that is indented inwardly from the outer surface, that is angularly spaced apart from the through groove and that has an engaging portion. The optical fiber cord is inserted into the through groove, and the at least one tension wire is inserted into the positioning groove with the reinforcing sleeve engaging the engaging portion.

Method and apparatus for providing search results

Disclosed are a method and apparatus for providing search results. The method may include: carrying out search intention analysis on an input search term so as to determine whether the search term includes an answer requirement; if so, using the search term to retrieve answer content corresponding to the answer requirement; obtaining content to be recommended associated with the answer content; and combining the answer content with the content to be recommended so as to generate at least one search result. Abundant search results can be efficiently provided.

Electric scooter

FOCUSING MEMBER AND OPTOELECTRONIC DEVICE

A focusing member and an optoelectronic device having the same are provided. The focusing member includes multiple levels of conductive plugs and multiple levels of conductive layers that together form an inversed half-boat shape. The optoelectronic device includes a bottom layer, an optical waveguide above the bottom layer, a dielectric layer covering the optical waveguide, and the above focusing member disposed at an edge of the optoelectronic device and located in the dielectric layer above the optical waveguide. A wider end of the inversed half-boat shape of the focusing member faces the outside of the optoelectronic device. The refractive indexes of the bottom layer and the dielectric layer are smaller than that of the optical waveguide.

Method and system for controlling tracking photographing of stabilizer

A method and a system for controlling tracking photographing of a stabilizer are provided. The method for controlling the tracking photographing includes: acquiring angle values of the pitch axle, the roll axle, and the heading axle in real time; receiving a tracking photographing mode instruction, and allowing the stabilizer to enter a tracking photographing mode according to the tracking photographing mode instruction; receiving a target position parameter of a photographing target in real time; calculating angle values to be adjusted of the pitch axle, the roll axle, and the heading axle according to the target position parameter and the angle values of the pitch axle, the roll axle, and the heading axle; and adjusting angles of the pitch axle, the roll axle, and the heading axle according to the angle values to be adjusted to locate the photographing target at a lens center of the photographing device.

Data push method, data push system, and computer-program product

A data push method is provided. The data push method include publishing data by at least one of a plurality of data publishing terminals; communicating an intelligent gateway with the plurality of data publishing terminals to monitor data publishing status of the plurality of data publishing terminals; communicating the intelligent gateway with a cloud-based data distribution broker configured to implement a publish-and-subscribe protocol via internet to transmit published data to the cloud-based data distribution broker via the publish-and-subscribe protocol; and performing a controllable operation by one or more of a plurality of device terminals based on the data transmitted to the one or more of a plurality of device terminals. The intelligent gateway is configured to transmit the data published by the plurality of data publishing terminals to a message proxy server via the publish-and-subscribe protocol. A mobile terminal is configured to publish the data in real time.

PACKAGE STRUCTURE OF EMBEDDED POWER MODULE WITH LOW PARASITIC INDUCTANCE AND HIGH HEAT DISSIPATION EFFICIENCY

A package structure of an embedded power module includes a top insulation layer, a top metal pattern layer, a solder layer, a device layer, a bottom metal pattern layer and a bottom insulation layer sequentially arranged from top to bottom. The device layer includes at least two MOSFET bare dies and several metal connection blocks, and is filled with insulation filler to isolate the MOSFET bare dies and the metal connection blocks from each other. The drain electrodes of the bare dies are connected with the top metal pattern layer through the solder layer, and the source electrodes and the gate electrodes of the bare dies are electrically connected to the bottom metal pattern layer, respectively. The upper and lower surfaces of the metal connection blocks are electrically connected to the top metal pattern layer and the bottom metal pattern layer, respectively.

Microwave off-line measurement method for measuring material humidity and density

The invention provides a microwave measurement method for measuring humidity and density of material which is in a cavity and needs to be measured. The microwave measurement method comprises that: when the cavity is empty, a first resonant frequency and a first resonant amplitude of microwave inputted into the empty cavity are measured; multiple scaling parameters are determined by scaling; material needing to be measured is putted into the cavity; a second resonant frequency and a second resonant amplitude of microwave inputted when the material needing to be measured is putted into the cavity are measured; and a humidity and a density of the material are obtained by calculating according to the multiple scaling parameters, the difference of the first resonant frequency and the second resonant frequency, and the difference of the first resonant amplitude and the second resonant amplitude. The microwave measurement method is a rapid, real time, non-contacting and nondestructive measurement ...

Chair

OPTICAL CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY

An optical connector for reducing attenuation in a cable assembly. A support within the connector precludes bending of exposed fiber within the connector that might otherwise occur when the cable assembly is exposed to environmental conditions involving cyclic temperatures. In some embodiments, optical connector assemblies include an optical fiber jacket surrounding a plurality of optical fibers and a support member adjacent to the jacket. The support member includes channels for receiving regions of the optical fibers that are exposed exterior to the optical fiber jacket. The channels of the support member serve to prevent severe bending of the optical fibers which otherwise would give rise to significant signal attenuation. For multi-fiber optical connector assemblies described herein, even during harsh environmental conditions, the signal loss in the optical fibers may be less than about 0.5 dB. The support may be formed as an extension of a ferrule holder.

Induced electrical property changes in single walled carbon nanotubes by electromagnetic radiation

In the apparatus and process of the present invention, it is possible to fabricate CNTs with specific diameters and morphologies. The morphology selection can yield samples of pre-selected diameter configurations making it possible to take a sample of SWNTs produced by any synthesis technique and induce a morphology change that causes the sample to be either all conductive, all narrow band gap semiconductive or wide band gap semiconductive, within a given nanotube rope.

Series circuit and computing device

A series circuit and a computing device includes a power supply terminal, a ground terminal and a first connection line for separately connecting a first predetermined number of chips of the plurality of chips in series. A communication line is connected between adjacent chips of the first predetermined number of chips. A portion of the communication line is connected to a target connection point, which is disposed on the first connection line and adapted to the adjacent chips, via a second connection line, and the voltage at the target connection point is greater than or equal to the minimum voltage required for communication between the adjacent chips.

QUOTA CONTROL POLICY

A method, apparatus, and machine readable storage medium is disclosed for Quota Control Policy for controlling a subscriber account on a network node for a current time period based short-term usage characteristics namely on data traffic usage during a sliding window of preceding time periods. This policy is independent of a standard metering limit for a billing period.

Gene Constructs Comprising Nucleic Acids That Modulate Chlorophyll Biosynthesis And Uses Thereof

The present invention provides isolated nucleic acids encoding Ch1 d synthase, gene constructs comprising the isolated nucleic acids and cells, chloroplasts, plant tissue and whole plants ectopically expressing cyanobacterial Ch1 d synthase. The invention also provides isolated antibodies prepared using recombinant Ch1 d synthase. The antibodies and gene constructs of the invention are used to produce Ch1 d in organisms that do not normally produce Ch1 d, and to modify Ch1 d level in cyanobacterial cells, such as for modifying environmental host range and photosynthetic capacity of organisms in low light and/or red or far-red or near far-red light environments.

Inverting amplifier receiving negative feedback voltage in voltage regulator

In the example of a voltage regulator outputting a negative voltage, its feedback voltage will also be negative. The feedback voltage is typically created using a resistor divider. A controller IC is powered by only a positive voltage and receives the negative feedback voltage at a high impedance input of an inverting amplifier. Therefore, the inverting amplifier does not load the resistor divider, resulting in an accurate regulated output voltage. The inverting amplifier converts the negative feedback voltage to a positive feedback voltage for further processing by the controller IC. An error amplifier and a power good monitor receive both the original feedback voltage and the inverted feedback voltage and use whichever feedback voltage is the more positive one. Therefore, the controller IC may be used in voltage regulators that generate either negative or positive output voltages.

Disk drive computing data center off-track from repeatable runout of write servo track and read servo track

A disk drive is disclosed comprising a disk having a plurality of servo tracks that define a plurality of data tracks, and a head actuated over the disk by a voice coil motor (VCM), wherein the head comprises a read element offset radially from a write element. The read element is positioned over a first servo track and the write element is positioned over a second servo track, and a first repeatable runout (RRO) of the first servo track is measured. The read element is positioned over the second servo track, and a second RRO of the second servo track is measured. A data center off-track is computed in response to the first RRO and the second RRO.

Battery module

The present disclosure provides a battery module comprising a plurality of mono-batteries arranged side by side; two end plates positioned at two opposite ends respectively; two side plates positioned at a front side and a rear side respectively and securely connected to the two end plates; a bottom plate positioned under the plurality of mono-batteries and securely connected to the two end plates and the two side plates; a plurality of insulating spacers provided on each side plate, each insulating spacer extends in an up-down direction, and the two adjacent insulating spacers on each side plate receive one side of one corresponding mono-battery in a front-rear direction; a plurality of insulating bonding materials, each insulating bonding material is provided between the two adjacent insulating spacers on each side plate, so as to bond one side surface of one corresponding mono-battery in the front-rear direction.

Method, system or apparatus for adjusting a brightness level associated with at least a portion of a backlight of a display device

Embodiments of methods, systems, or apparatuses relating to adjusting a brightness level associated with at least a portion of a backlight of a display device.

SERVICE TRANSMISSION PROCESSING METHOD, NODE DEVICE AND NETWORK SYSTEM

Embodiments of the present invention disclose a service transmission processing method, a node device and a network system are provided. One method includes: receiving service data after relay processing by a 3R relay node, where the relay processing includes terminating and regenerating an Optical Channel (OCh) of the service data, and when the OCh is terminated, transparent transmission is performed on an Optical channel Transport Unit (OTU); and performing defect detection on a path of the OTU to obtain a detection result of the path of the OTU. Another method includes: obtaining an overhead in an Optical Transport Network (OTN) frame; and judging whether the overhead includes a Client Signal Fail (CSF) inserted after a signal fails, and if the overhead includes the CSF, determining a path where a defect occurs according to the CSF.

METHOD OF FABRICATING INTEGRATED STRUCTURE FOR MEMS DEVICE AND SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE

A method of fabricating an integrated structure for MEMS device and semiconductor device comprises steps of: providing a substrate having a transistor thereon in a semiconductor device region and a first MEMS component thereon in a MEMS region; performing a interconnect process on the substrate in the semiconductor device region to form a plurality of first dielectric layers, at least a conductive plug and at least a conductive layer in the first dielectric layers; forming a plurality of second dielectric layers and an etch stopping device in the second dielectric layers on the substrate in a etch stopping device region; forming a plurality of third dielectric layers and at least a second MEMS component in the third dielectric layers on the substrate in the MEMS region; and performing an etching process to remove the third dielectric layers in the MEMS region.

MEMS structure with metal protection rings

A microelectromechanical system (MEMS) structure and a fabricating method thereof are described. The MEMS structure includes a fixed part and a movable part. The fixed part is disposed on and connects with a substrate. The movable part including at least two first metal layers, a first protection ring and a first dielectric layer is suspended on the substrate. The first protection ring connects two adjacent first metal layers, so as to define a first enclosed space between the two adjacent first metal layers. The first dielectric layer is disposed in the enclosed space and connects the two adjacent first metal layers.

Dual-band antenna assembly

A dual-band antenna assembly is positioned on a substrate, and includes an insulation body, a plane antenna and a microstrip antenna. The insulation body includes a plane surface paralleled to the substrate, and a side surface perpendicularly extending from edges of the plane surface to the substrate. The plane antenna includes a first feed portion and a first radiator. The first feed portion passes through the substrate to the plane surface of the insulation body. The first radiator is substantially positioned on a center of the plane surface of the insulation body, and electrically connected to the first feed portion. The microstrip antenna includes a second feed portion and a second radiator. The second radiator is a microstrip, electrically connected to the second feed portion and positioned on the side surface of the insulation body.

Precision imaging system

An imaging system is disclosed for use in low-light environments or environments where low-levels of such radiation is desirable. Examples of such environments are night photography, laparoscopy, and mammography. In the case of radiation that is other than visible light, a radiation converter and method for fabricating same is disclosed. The radiation converter comprises a film of heavy scintillator (e.g. CdWO4) coated on a fiber optical window to efficiently convert the radiation into visible light. The visible light is passed into a signal amplifier employing an electron-bombarded charge-couple device (EBCCD) to amplify the signal. Novel methods of performing three-dimension imaging using this system as well as removing the effects of high speed movement are also disclosed.

ADJUSTING A BRIGHTNESS LEVEL OF A DISPLAY DEVICE

Embodiments of methods, systems, or apparatuses relating to adjusting a brightness level of at least a portion of a backlight of a display device based, at least in part, on one or more measurements of ambient light values.

Method and system for high efficiency, fast transient multi-channel LED driver

System and method for a light emitting diode (LED) driver are disclosed. To supply an LED bus voltage to a large array of LEDs organized in multiple channels where one or more LEDs are connected in series in each channel, an LED driver includes a power converter, a feedback generation circuit, and a phase-division based controller. The power converter is configured for providing the LED bus voltage to the multiple LED channels based on a voltage control signal. The feedback generation circuit is configured for generating a feedback signal based on the LED bus voltage supplied to the multiple LED channels. The phase-division based controller is configured for generating the voltage control signal based on the feedback signal and information from the multiple LED channels. The phase-division based controller divides each pulse width modulation (PWM) of each channel into a tracking phase and a pre-charging phase so that the LED bus voltage supplied to the multiple channels changes between ...

Testing device for propagation characteristic of electromagnetic wave in gas insulated switchgear and testing method therefor

A testing device for propagation characteristic of electromagnetic wave in gas insulated switchgear includes an ultrahigh frequency signal generator, a GIS testing chamber, an emitting antenna and a receiving antenna which are provided inside the GIS testing chamber. A detachable disc insulator is provided between the emitting antenna and the receiving antenna. Both terminals of a GIS testing chamber are sealed by polyurethane wave-absorbing sponge; the ultrahigh frequency signal generator is connected with the emitting antenna, and the receiving antenna is connected with a oscilloscope. A guide rod which is fixed by the disc insulator is provided in the GIS testing chamber. The present invention is capable of achieving testing propagation characteristic of partial discharge ultrahigh frequency electromagnetic wave signal of a gas insulated switchgear in a laboratory, so as to master attenuation characteristics of the partial discharge ultrahigh frequency electromagnetic wave signal.

High performance oxygen and fuel electrode for reversible solid oxide fuel cell applications

Novel mixed-conducting perovskite oxides, including La0.3Ca0.7Fe0.7Cr0.3O3-δ, useful as oxygen and fuel electrodes for solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) and reversible solid oxide fuel cells (RSOFCs) applications. Electrode materials produce by microwave-assisted processes show improved properties as electroactive materials. SOFC and RSOFC are successfully prepared using microwave-assisted techniques.

METHOD, SYSTEM OR APPARATUS FOR ADJUSTING A BRIGHTNESS LEVEL ASSOCIATED WITH AT LEAST A PORTION OF A BACKLIGHT OF A DISPLAY DEVICE

Embodiments of methods, systems, or apparatuses relating to adjusting a brightness level associated with at least a portion of a backlight of a display device.

Lighting device, luminaire and lighting device assembly method

A lighting device including a glass tube; a solid state lighting assembly in said glass tube, said assembly including an electrically insulating optical film having at least one arcuate portion lining a part of the inner surface of the glass tube, wherein the glass tube includes a further part defining a light exit portion; and a plurality of solid state lighting elements on a carrier, said carrier contacting said optical film; a thermally conductive member in between at least a part of the solid state lighting assembly and the glass tube for thermally coupling the solid state lighting elements to the glass tube; and a transparent or translucent electrically insulating cover contacting the electrically insulating optical film and covering the solid state lighting elements. A luminaire including such a lighting device and a lighting device assembly method are also disclosed.

Optical connector assembly

An optical connector for reducing attenuation in a cable assembly. A support within the connector precludes bending of exposed fiber within the connector that might otherwise occur when the cable assembly is exposed to environmental conditions involving cyclic temperatures. In some embodiments, optical connector assemblies include an optical fiber jacket surrounding a plurality of optical fibers and a support member adjacent to the jacket. The support member includes channels for receiving regions of the optical fibers that are exposed exterior to the optical fiber jacket. The channels of the support member serve to prevent severe bending of the optical fibers which otherwise would give rise to significant signal attenuation. For multi-fiber optical connector assemblies described herein, even during harsh environmental conditions, the signal loss in the optical fibers may be less than about 0.5 dB. The support may be formed as an extension of a ferrule holder.

Disk drive employing repeatable disturbance compensation for fly height control

A disk drive is disclosed comprising a disk, a head actuated over the disk, and control circuitry operable to generate a fly height control signal. A fly height of the head is measured, and the measured fly height is combined with a target fly height and a feedforward signal, wherein the feedforward signal is generated according to: a1·cos(2n1k/N)+b1·sin(2n1k/N) where a1 and b1 are coefficients and 2n1k/N represents a frequency of a repeatable disturbance in the fly height of the head.

Display panel and display device

A display panel and a display device are provided in the present disclosure. The display panel, including a display region and a non-display region, includes a first base substrate and a second base substrate. The display panel further includes a sealing adhesive between the first base substrate and the second base substrate. The sealing adhesive is disposed in the non-display region by surrounding the display region and includes a main body part and a plurality of first extension parts connected to the main body part. The plurality of the first extension parts is between the main body part and the display region. The display panel further includes a first reflective metal part in the non-display region, where at least a portion of the first reflective metal part surrounds the display region, and includes a plurality of second reflective metal parts, arranged along a first direction, in the non-display region.

MULTI-PHASE BUCK-BOOST CONVERTER

A multi-phase buck-boost converter circuit comprises a buck circuit stage, a boost circuit stage, and a control circuit. The buck circuit stage is connected to an input of the buck-boost converter circuit to receive an input voltage. The boost circuit stage includes multiple boost circuits connected in parallel. The boost circuit stage is coupled to the buck circuit stage and an output of the multi-phase buck-boost converter circuit. Each boost circuit includes an inductor coupled to the buck circuit stage. The control circuit operates the multiple boost circuit stages out of phase with respect to each other in a boost mode, operates the buck circuit stage in a buck mode, and operates the multiple boost circuit stages out of phase with respect to each other and operates the buck circuit stage in a buck-boost mode.

Precision endoscopic imaging system

An imaging system is disclosed for use in low-light environments or environments where low-levels of such radiation is desirable. Examples of such environments are endoscopy, laparoscopy, mammography and night photography. In the case of radiation that is other than visible light, a radiation converter and method for fabricating same is disclosed. The radiation converter comprises a film of heavy scintillator (e.g. CdWO₄) coated on a fiber optical window to efficiently convert the radiation into visible light. The visible light is passed into a signal amplifier employing a focussing electron-bombarded charge-couple device (FEBCCD) or a focussing electron-bombarded complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (FEBCMOS) to amplify the signal. Novel methods of performing three-dimension imaging using this system as well as removing the effects of high-speed movement are also disclosed.

Integrated structure for MEMS device and semiconductor device and method of fabricating the same

The present invention relates to an integrated structure for a MEMS device and a semiconductor device and a method of fabricating the same, in which an etch stopping element is included on a substrate between the MEMS device and the semiconductor device for protecting the semiconductor device from lateral damage when an oxide releasing process is performed to fabricate the MEMS device. The etch stopping element has various profiles and is selectively formed by an individual fabricating process or is simultaneously formed with the semiconductor device in the same fabricating process. It is a singular structure or a combined stacked multilayered structure, for example, a plurality of rows of pillared etch-resistant material plugs, one or a plurality of wall-shaped etch-resistant material plugs, or a multilayered structure of a stack of which and an etch-resistant material layer.

TRACKING USAGE WINDOW FOR QUOTA CONTROL POLICY

A method, apparatus, and machine readable storage medium is disclosed for tracking a usage window for a Quota Control Policy for controlling a subscriber account on a network node for a current time period based short-term usage characteristics namely on data traffic usage during a sliding window of preceding time periods.

Display panel and electronic device

The present application provides a display panel and an electronic device. The display panel includes display region and a non-display region surrounding the display region. The non-display region includes: an insulating substrate; a first wiring layer disposed on the insulating substrate, and the first wiring layer includes a plurality of first metal wirings arranged in parallel; a first insulating layer covering the first wiring layer and the insulating substrate; a second wiring layer disposed on the first insulating layer, and the second wiring layer comprises a plurality of second metal wirings arranged in parallel; and a second insulating layer covering the second wiring layer and the first insulating layer; wherein a minimum distance defined between the first wiring layer and the second wiring layer is greater than or equal to a preset distance.

Chair

METHOD FOR CONTROLLING DIRECT DRIVE SYSTEM AND RELATED DEVICE

A method for controlling a direct drive system, including: S1: outputting, by the actuator, a current to the winding of the stator corresponding to the actuator to cause the windings to drive the mover corresponding to the windings to move in a single direction along the guide rail; S2: sensing a position of the second position feedback means through the first position feedback means, and acquiring position information of the mover relative to the stator; and S3: changing a drive mode of the actuator according to the position information, so that the actuator adjusts, according to the drive mode, magnitude of the current outputted to the windings of the stator corresponding to the actuator. The above solution can reduce a number of power modules used in the direct drive system, so as to reduce overall manufacturing and use costs of the direct drive system.

Application of PCSK9 inhibitors in the preparation of drugs for the treatment of inflammatory immune diseases

The invention belongs to the biopharmaceutical. It involves the role and mechanism of PCSK9 in inflammatory immune diseases, and the application of PCSK9 inhibitors to the preparation of drugs for the treatment of inflammatory immune diseases mediated by T cells. In particular, it involves the use of PCSK9 monoclonal antibody, PCSK9 interference RNA and PCSK9 small molecule inhibitors for treating psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, or urticaria. The invention uses psoriasis as an embodiment for the study of inflammatory and immune diseases. It is found that PCSK9 plays an important role in the treatment of inflammatory immune diseases. The PCSK9 monoclonal antibody, PCSK9 interference RNA, and PCSK9 small molecule inhibitor can be further developed for treating inflammatory immune-diseases, such as psoriasis with fewer adverse reactions, at low cost, and with good efficacy.

Network status monitoring and warning method

A network status monitoring and warning method is disclosed. A test packet is transmitted intermittently to a test host. The IP addresses of all connected devices that transmit this test packet are extracted as the path data to be compared with expert data. The different addresses are considered as the address of those devices with problems. Alarms are then sent to those problematic devices in order to maintain an optimized path connection status. Therefore, the service interruption time for all connection devices can be reduced and the network is always maintained at its best connection status.

Electronic system with actuator control mechanism and method of operation thereof

An apparatus includes: a media; a head over the media; a primary-actuator coupled to the head; and control circuitry, coupled to the primary-actuator and a secondary-actuator, configured to limit a secondary-actuator slew rate.

Devices under test

A system can include a plurality of device under test (DUT) cells. Each DUT cell can include a DUT and a plurality of switches configured to control a flow of current to the DUT. The system can further include a controller configured to execute a plurality of test to the plurality of DUTs in the plurality of DUT cells. Each of the plurality of tests comprises applying a measurement condition to a given DUT of the plurality of DUTs and concurrently applying a stress condition to the remaining DUTs of the plurality of DUTs, wherein the plurality of tests can provide measurements sufficient to determine a bias thermal instability and a time dependent dielectric breakdown of the given DUT.

Multi-phase buck-boost converter

A multi-phase buck-boost converter circuit comprises a buck circuit stage, a boost circuit stage, and a control circuit. The buck circuit stage is connected to an input of the buck-boost converter circuit to receive an input voltage. The boost circuit stage includes multiple boost circuits connected in parallel. The boost circuit stage is coupled to the buck circuit stage and an output of the multi-phase buck-boost converter circuit. Each boost circuit includes an inductor coupled to the buck circuit stage. The control circuit operates the multiple boost circuit stages out of phase with respect to each other in a boost mode, operates the buck circuit stage in a buck mode, and operates the multiple boost circuit stages out of phase with respect to each other and operates the buck circuit stage in a buck-boost mode.

Two-axis stabilizer

Structure of MEMS electroacoustic transducer

A structure of micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) electroacoustic transducer is disclosed. The MEMS electroacoustic transducer includes a substrate having a MEMS device region, a diaphragm having openings and disposed in the MEMS device region, a silicon material layer disposed on the diaphragm and sealing the diaphragm, and a conductive pattern disposed beneath the diaphragm in the MEMS device region. Preferably, a first cavity is also formed between the diaphragm and the substrate.

HIGH PERFORMANCE OXYGEN AND FUEL ELECTRODE FOR REVERSIBLE SOLID OXIDE FUEL CELL APPLICATIONS

Novel mixed-conducting perovskite oxides, including La0.3Ca0.7Fe0.7Cr0.3O3-δ, useful as oxygen and fuel electrodes for solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) and reversible solid oxide fuel cells (RSOFCs) applications. Electrode materials produce by microwave-assisted processes show improved properties as electroactive materials. SOFC and RSOFC are successfully prepared using microwave-assisted techniques.

Method for fabricating MEMS structure

A method for fabricating a MEMS is described as follows. A substrate is provided, including a circuit region and a MEMS region separated from each other. A first metal interconnection structure is formed on the substrate in the circuit region, and simultaneously a first dielectric structure is formed on the substrate in the MEMS region. A second metal interconnection structure is formed on the first metal interconnection structure, and simultaneously a second dielectric structure, at least two metal layers and at least one protection ring are formed on the first dielectric structure. The metal layers and the protection ring are formed in the second dielectric structure and the protection ring connects two adjacent metal layers to define an enclosed space between two adjacent metal layers. The first dielectric structure and the second dielectric structure outside the enclosed space are removed to form a MEMS device in the MEMS region.

Interlockable fiber optic connector adaptors

Adaptors for providing a connection between fiber-optic cables may be configured to be interlocked in both side-by-side and top-to-bottom orientations with adjacent adaptors to eliminate wasted spaced between adjacent rows and/or columns of adaptors in a junction panel.

Lug for lithium ion battery

A lithium ion battery comprises a shell, a cell disposed in the shell, and two lugs connected to the cell. Each of the lugs comprises a conductive foil with a surface and a PTC layer disposed on the surface of the conductive foil. The lugs conduct currents between the lithium ion battery and an outer circuit.

Portable WIFI radio

Method for preparing graphene/ternary material composite for use in lithium ion batteries and product thereof

Provided is a method for preparing a graphene/ternary material composite for use in lithium ion batteries, comprising the following preparation steps: (a) mixing a ternary material and a graphene oxide powder in an organic solvent to form a mixed dispersion; (b) adding a reducing agent to the mixed dispersion from step (a), and carrying out a reduction reaction at a reduction temperature of 80-160° C. while stirring, to obtain a reduction reaction mixture after a reduction time of 60-240 min; and (c) evaporating the solvent from the reduction reaction mixture from step (b) while stirring, and drying and then annealing the mixture at a low temperature in an inert atmosphere to obtain a graphene/ternary material composite having a three-dimensional network structure. Also provided is a graphene/ternary material composite prepared by using this method.

CIRCUIT TECHNIQUE TO TRACK CMOS DEVICE THRESHOLD VARIATION

Methods and systems for independently tracking NMOS device process variation and PMOS device process variation are described herein. In one embodiment, a method for tracking process variation includes measuring a frequency of an NMOS-based ring oscillator on a chip, and determining a threshold voltage or switching speed for NMOS transistors on the chip based on the measured frequency of the NMOS-based ring oscillator. The method also includes measuring a frequency of a PMOS-based ring oscillator on the chip, and determining a threshold voltage or switching speed for PMOS transistors on the chip based on the measured frequency of the PMOS-based ring oscillator.

MEMS STRUCTURE AND METHOD FOR MAKING THE SAME

A micro electro mechanical system (MEMS) structure is disclosed. The MEMS structure includes a backplate electrode and a 3D diaphragm electrode. The 3D diaphragm electrode has a composite structure so that a dielectric is disposed between two metal layers. The 3D diaphragm electrode is adjacent to the backplate electrode to form a variable capacitor together.

Optical fiber connector device

An optical fiber connector device includes an optical fiber connector and an insert unit. The insert unit hash a housing and a connecting mechanism. The housing surrounds an axis, and has an outer wall, a surrounding wall, and a cover member. The outer wall defines a first insert opening on the axis, and has a main opening spaced apart from the axis. The outer wall and the surrounding wall are molded as one piece. The cover member covers removably the main opening. The connecting mechanism has a first connecting member surrounded by the outer wall and connected to the optical fiber connector, and a second connecting member surrounded by the surrounding wall, coupled to the first connecting member, and adapted to be connected to another optical fiber connector.

Dynamic aging monitor and correction for critical path duty cycle and delay degradation

In certain aspects, a duty-cycle monitor includes a first oscillator, and a flop having a signal input, a clock input, and an output, wherein the signal input is coupled to an input of the duty-cycle monitor, and the clock input is coupled to the first oscillator. The duty-cycle monitor also includes a first counter having a count input, an enable input, and a count output, wherein the count input of the first counter is coupled to the first oscillator, and the enable input of the first counter is coupled to the output of the flop. The duty-cycle monitor also includes a second counter having a count input, an enable input, and a count output, wherein the count input of the second counter is coupled to the first oscillator, and the enable input of the second counter is coupled to the output of the flop.

MEMS and a Protection Structure Thereof

A protection structure of a pad is provided. The pad is disposed in a dielectric layer on a semiconductor substrate and the pad includes a connection region and a peripheral region which encompasses the connection region. The protection structure includes at least a barrier, an insulation layer and a mask layer. The barrier is disposed in the dielectric layer in the peripheral region. The insulation layer is disposed on the dielectric layer. The mask layer is disposed on the dielectric layer and covers the insulation layer and the mask layer includes an opening to expose the connection region of the pad.

HYBRID LINEAR-BOOST DC-DC CONVERTER WITH CONTINUOUS INPUT CURRENT REGULATION

An apparatus comprising a regulator circuit that includes a linear input current regulating circuit configured to regulate input current to the regulator circuit when an output voltage of the regulator circuit is less than an input voltage of the regulator circuit; and a switching regulating circuit configured to regulate the input current when the output voltage is greater than the input voltage and less than a target regulated output voltage and regulate the output voltage when the output voltage reaches the target regulated output voltage. The linear input current regulating circuit is also used to disconnect the input from output during shutdown.

Touch display panel for improve antistatic breakdown capability of touch electrodes, and touch display device

A touch display panel and a touch display device are provided, relate to the field of display technology. In an embodiment, the touch display panel includes a plurality of first touch electrode units and a plurality of second touch electrode units. In an embodiment, each of the first touch electrode units includes first touch electrodes and first connection portions alternately arranged in a first direction. In an embodiment, each of the first touch electrodes includes at least one first touch electrode sub-unit that includes a plurality of first electrode sub-groups. In an embodiment, each of the first electrode sub-groups includes at least one first sub-electrode. In an embodiment, in each of the at least one first touch electrode sub-unit, the first sub-electrodes of two adjacent first electrode sub-groups have gradually increasing lengths and gradually decreasing widths in a direction from one of the first connection portions closest to the first touch electrode sub-unit to the first ...

Microwave online detection and removal method for composite filter rod

The invention relates to a microwave online detection and removal method for a composite filter rod. According to the method, online detection and removal of splicing gaps of filter rods, dislocation of the filter rods and phase deviation defects are realized by employing a microwave detection technology. The method can rapidly, reliably and safely detect and remove the splicing gaps of the filter rods of cigarette, dislocation of the filter rods and phase deviation defects in real time; the method has the characteristics of high detection speed, accurate measurement result, high reliability and high safety to bodies of operators; moreover, various composite filter rods can be detected on line, and products with quality defects can be removed in real time.

LCD backlight dimming, LCD/image signal compensation and method of controlling an LCD display

A method of reducing power consumption in a liquid crystal display illuminated by a backlight device includes dimming the backlight and adjusting the intensity of the image to compensate for the dimmed backlight. A dimming factor for the backlight is based on a clipping point determining from the pixel intensity distribution of the image signal. The intensity of the image is adjusted based on the dimming factor, wherein a first tone mapping function is used to adjust pixel intensities below an intensity threshold and a second tone mapping function is used to adjust pixel intensities above the intensity threshold.

HIGH-VOLTAGE TO LOW-VOLTAGE INTERFACE IN POWER CONVERTER CIRCUIT

A UHV-LV interface circuit that is capable of the following, among other things: 1) starting up a primary controller of a power converter circuit with a precisely controlled startup charging profile; 2) performing pulse-based line-voltage sensing with reduced power and improved sensing accuracy; and 3) discharging a capacitor, e.g., class-X2 capacitor, with a stable supply voltage for the controller. The UHV-LV interface circuit can use a single UHV device, such as a single depletion-mode transistor, e.g., field-effect transistor (FET).

Display stand base with speaker

Touch structure, touch display panel and driving method

Provided are a touch structure, a touch display panel and a driving method. The touch structure includes a plurality of touch driving electrodes, a plurality of touch sensing electrodes and a plurality of additional touch driving electrodes, where the plurality of touch driving electrodes, the plurality of touch sensing electrodes and the plurality of additional touch driving electrodes are insulated from each other. The plurality of touch driving electrodes and the plurality of additional touch driving electrodes extend along a first direction and are arranged along a second direction, and the plurality of touch sensing electrodes extend along the second direction and are arranged along the first direction, where the first direction is intersected with the second direction. Each of the plurality of additional touch driving electrodes corresponds to a respective one of the plurality of touch driving electrodes.

Method for establishing adaptive mobile cluster network

The invention discloses a method of establishing an adaptive mobile cluster network. The method comprises the steps of: (a) determining a network service requested by a mobile communication device; (b) according to the requested network service, determining at least one communication parameter needed by the mobile communication device; (c) according to the needed communication parameter, selecting a header device from a plurality of wireless communication devices by the communication device; (d) selecting a plurality of agent devices from the remaining wireless communication devices by the header device; and (e) selecting a plurality of normal devices from the remaining wireless communication devices by the agent devices, so as to establish the adaptive mobile cluster network.

Server and method for testing pxe function of network interface card

In a method for testing a preboot execution environment (PXE) function of a NIC of a server, an IP address is allocated for the NIC by sending a DHCP offer message to the NIC in response to receiving a DHCP discover message from the NIC. TFTP parameters are provided to the NIC by sending a DHCP ACK message to the NIC in response to receiving a DHCP request message from the NIC. A connection based on a MTFTP or a TFTP between the BMC and the NIC is established according to the TFTP parameters. A PXE image file is provided to the NIC for downloading through the connection in response to receiving a request for downloading the PXE image file from the NIC, and the downloaded PXE image file is executed to test whether the PXE function of the NIC is normal.

Touch-sensitive device and fabrication method thereof

A touch-sensitive device includes a transparent substrate, a decorative layer, and a touch-sensing electrode layer. The decorative layer is disposed on the transparent substrate, and a notch is formed on the decorative layer at a position substantially coinciding with a distribution area of an icon formed on a non-screen area. The touch-sensing electrode layer includes a plurality of first transparent electrodes, second transparent electrodes and connecting lines. Each connecting line connects two adjacent first transparent electrodes or two adjacent second transparent electrodes and does not overlap a periphery of the notch.

Dynamic decoding lookup table generation method and electronic device applying the same

A dynamic decoding lookup table generation method is provided. The generation method includes: receiving a variable length coding (VLC) table; and dynamically establishing an adaptive decoding lookup table from the VLC table according to a target decoding rate and a free system memory resource.

Phosphorous flame retardant and application thereof to polymer

A phosphorous flame retardant primarily includes hexachlorotriphosphazene (HCP) having poly(oxyalkylene)amine substitutes. The poly(oxyalkylene)amine includes at least two end groups. The phosphorous flame retardant can further include layered silicate clay. The layered silicate clay can be intercalated and modified with the poly(oxyalkylene)amine substitutes of HCP to effectively promote thermal stability. The flame retardant, phosphazene-poly(oxyalkylene)amine adducts, can be applied to a polymer. By the cross-linking between them, the flame-retarding property of the polymer can be improved. Also provided is a method for producing the flame retardant of phosphazene-poly(oxyalkylene)amine adducts and application thereof to a polymer.

COMPOSITION CAPABLE OF INDUCING ENDOPLASMIC RETICULUM STRESS

A composition capable of inducing endoplasmic reticulum stress including nanogold particles and a solvent is disclosed. After a chronic myelogenous leukemia patient intakes the composition capable of inducing endoplasmic reticulum stress, the endoplasmic reticulum stress of the chronic myelogenous leukemia cells is induced to cause apoptosis and cell death, so as to alleviate and control chronic myelogenous leukemia. 1. A composition capable of inducing endoplasmic reticulum stress , comprising a plurality of nanogold particles and a solvent; wherein a content of the nanogold particles is ranging from 0.5 μg to 5 μg per gram of the composition , and the nanogold particles have a particle size ranging from 1 nm to 30 nm.2. The composition capable of inducing endoplasmic reticulum stress as recited in claim 1 , wherein the solvent is selected from the group consisting of water and alcohol.3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. The composition capable of inducing endoplasmic reticulum stress as recited in claim 1 , wherein the composition can induce endoplasmic reticulum stress in cells which are selected from the group consisting of: human chronic myelogenous leukemia K562 cells and human lymphoma cells.6. A composition capable of inducing endoplasmic reticulum stress claim 1 , comprising:a plurality of nanogold particles; anda carrier or excipient;wherein the endoplasmic reticulum stress can be induced after a chronic myelogenous leukemia cell intakes the composition; wherein a content of the nanogold particles is ranging from 0.5 μg to 5 μg per gram of the composition, and the nanogold particles have a particle size ranging from 1 nm to 30 nm; wherein the composition can induce endoplasmic reticulum stress in cells which can be selected from the group consisting of: human chronic myelogenous leukemia K562 cells and human lymphoma cells.7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. A composition capable of inducing endoplasmic reticulum stress claim 1 , comprising:a plurality of nanogold ...

Semiconductor structure and fabricating method thereof

A semiconductor device comprises a substrate, a metal-semiconductor compound layer and at least one kind of metal dopant. The substrate has a surface. The metal-semiconductor compound layer extends downwards into the substrate from the surface. The metal dopant which is made by one of a group of metal elements with atomic numbers ranging from 57 to 78 or the arbitrary combinations thereof and doped in the metal-semiconductor compound layer and the substrate with at least one peak concentration formed adjacent to the interface of the metal-semiconductor compound layer and the substrate.

Control Circuit and Control Method of Light Emitting Device Circuit

The present invention discloses a control circuit and a control method of a light emitting device circuit. When the light emitting device circuit is normally connected in normal operation, an output current is regulated to a predetermined current. When the light emitting device circuit is removed, an output voltage is regulated to a predetermined voltage. When the light emitting device circuit is reconnected, the output current is regulated to the predetermined current. The output voltage is at or above a level when the light emitting device circuit is normally connected in normal operation, and the predetermined voltage is lower than this level.

Methods, systems and compositions thereof for nucleic acid library quality control and quantification

Methods, systems, kits and compositions are described for quality control and quantitation of nucleic acid libraries of double stranded nucleic acid libraries prior to massively parallel sequencing. Electrophoretic separation within a channel using a detectably labeled single stranded sizing ladder may be used to define the molecular weight range and amount of the double stranded nucleic acids.

Methods, Systems and Compositions Thereof for Nucleic Acid Library Quality Control and Quantification

Methods, systems, kits and compositions are described for quality control and quantitation of nucleic acid libraries of double stranded nucleic acid libraries prior to massively parallel sequencing. Electrophoretic separation within a channel using a detectably labeled single stranded sizing ladder may be used to define the molecular weight range and amount of the double stranded nucleic acids.

Cmp apparatus and method for estimating film thickness

A method for estimating film thickness in CMP includes the following operations. A substrate with a film formed thereon is disposed over a polishing pad with a slurry dispensed between the film and the polishing pad. A CMP operation is performed to reduce a thickness of the film. An in-situ electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) measurement is performed during the CMP operation by an EIS device to estimate the thickness of the film real-time. The CMP operation is ended when the estimated thickness of the film obtained from the fit parameters of the first equivalent electrical circuit model reaches a target thickness.

Data mining a transaction history data structure

Systems, methods, and computer program products are disclosed for performing data mining of transaction history data. The transaction history data is stored in at least one data store. Categories are extracted from the transaction history. The categories are associated with bins that represent payment amount ranges of the categories. Topic vectors are generated that map topics to the bins. Based on the topic vectors, customer vectors are generated that map customers to the topics. Based on the customer vectors, the customers are classified into one or more classifications.

System and method for learning from the images of raw data

Aspects of the present disclosure involve a system and method for learning from images of transactional data. In one embodiment, a system is introduced that can learn from the images of transactional data. In particular, machine learning is implemented on images in order to classify information in a more accurate manner. The images are created from raw data deriving from a user account.

Charging method and power supply device

A charging method, suitable for a power supply device connected to a power source and at least one power receiving device, is disclosed. The charging method includes the following operations: charging the at least one power receiving device by a battery of the power supply device and the power source if a power supply capability of the power source is smaller than charging demand of the at least one power receiving device; and charging the at least one power receiving device and the battery by the power source if the power supply capability of the power source is larger than the charging demand of the at least one power receiving device.

Diagnostic BioMarkers for Fibrotic Disorders

The present invention provides novel methods of inhibiting fibrosis, as well as methods of treating or inhibiting fibrotic disorders, using BMP9 and/or BMP10 antagonists. The present invention also provides methods of assessing whether a subject has or is at risk of developing a fibrotic disorder by detecting levels of BMP9 and/or BMP10. Further provided are methods of assessing the efficacy of a treatment regimen for treating a fibrotic disorder by detecting and comparing pre-treatment levels of BMP9 and BMP10 with post-treatment levels of BMP9 and BMP10.

Methods and apparatus for fraud detection

This application relates to apparatus and methods for identifying fraudulent transactions. A computing device receives return data identifying the return of at least one item. The computing device obtains modified strategy data identifying at least one rule of a modified strategy. The rule may be based on the application of at least one discrete stochastic gradient descent algorithm to an initial strategy. The computing device applies the modified strategy to the received return data identifying the return of the at least one item, and determines whether the return of the at least one item is fraudulent based on the application of the modified strategy. The computing device generates fraud data identifying whether the return of the at least one item is fraudulent based on the determination, and may transmit the fraud data to another computing device to indicate whether the return is fraudulent.

Methods and apparatus for fraud detection

This application relates to apparatus and methods for identifying fraudulent transactions. A computing device receives return data identifying the return of at least one item. The computing device obtains modified strategy data identifying at least one rule of a modified strategy. The rule may be based on the application of at least one dimensionality reduction algorithm to an initial strategy. The computing device applies the modified strategy to the received return data identifying the return of the at least one item, and determines whether the return of the at least one item is fraudulent based on the application of the modified strategy. The computing device generates fraud data identifying whether the return of the at least one item is fraudulent based on the determination, and may transmit the fraud data to another computing device to indicate whether the return is fraudulent.

Methods and apparatus for anomaly detections

This application relates to apparatus and methods for identifying anomalies within a time series. In some examples, a computing device receives sales data identifying a sale of at least one item, and aggregates the received data in a database. The computing device may generate a plurality of time series based on the aggregated sales data. The computing device may extract features from the plurality of time series, and generate an alerting algorithm that is based on clusters of the extracted features. The computing device may apply the alerting algorithm to a time series generated from received sales data to determine whether the time series is an anomaly. Based on the determination, the computing device may generate and transmit anomaly data identifying whether the time series is an anomaly, such as to another computing device.

Direct patterning method for a touch panel and touch panel thereof

A direct patterning method of touch panel is provided. A substrate having a display region and a peripheral region is provided. A periphery circuit having a bonding pad is disposed on the periphery region. A metal nanowire layer made of metal nanowires are disposed on the display region and the peripheral region. A photosensitive pre-cured layer is disposed on the metal nanowire layer. A photolithography process is performed, which includes exposing the pre-cured layer to define a removal area and a reserved area, and removing the pre-cured layer and the metal nanowire layer on the removal area using a developer solution to form a touch-sensing electrode disposed on the display region and to expose the bonding pad disposed on the periphery region. The touch sensing electrode made of the pre-cured layer and the metal nanowire layer is electrically connected to the periphery circuit.

Catalyzed deposition of metal films

Methods of depositing a metal film with high purity are discussed. Some embodiments utilize a thermal ALD process comprising an alkyl halide and a metal precursor. Some embodiments selectively deposit a metal film with high purity on a metal surface over a dielectric surface. Some embodiments selectively deposit a metal film with high purity on a dielectric surface over a metal surface. Some embodiments deposit a metal film with greater than 99% metal atoms on an atomic basis.

Simulation method for makeup trial and the device thereof

A simulation method for makeup trial and the device thereof are disclosed, which utilize an image sensor and a deep sensor to establish a 3D image according to a target image of a user and a profile signal, such as the lips, eyes or the entire face, and provide makeup data for the makeup product. A user can select a corresponding makeup product using a touch panel. The simulation device for makeup trial reads makeup material data and application skill information via a network or a makeup data extension card, and displays a makeup post-application image on a display module. The present invention is capable of immediately calculating makeup effects when the user turns his or her head.

Processing system and collecting device thereof

Workflow for detection of ligands using nucleic acids

Patent JPH0211718B2

Apparatus for controlling sheet feed-out from an automatic sheet feeder into a receiving tray

An apparatus for sheet feed-out control is provided on an automatic sheet feeder used in conjunction with scanners, fax machines, printers, copiers, and the like. The apparatus comprises a feed-in roller set for feeding the sheet into a scanning position where a scanning process is performed and a feed-out roller set for pulling the sheet away from the scanning position and delivering the sheet onto a receiving tray. A pivotal pressing member is pivotally affixed proximate to the feed-out rollers. The pivotal pressing member is pivotally turned by the sheet as the sheet is being fed out of the feed-out rollers. As the sheet is entirely fed out of the feed-out roller set, the pivotal pressing member presses down against the tail edge of the sheet, thus flipping the sheet off the feed-out roller set. Since the sheet can be placed flat on the receiving tray right after it is entirely fed out of the feed-out roller set, a stack of sheets after being scanned can be piled up neatly on the receiving tray. Further, since the feed-out roller set and the feed-in roller set can be made according to the same specification, manufacture cost is significantly reduced.

Highly quenchable fe-based rare earth materials for ferrite replacement

The present invention relates to highly quenchable Fe-based rare earth magnetic materials that are made by rapid solidification process and exhibit good magnetic properties and thermal stability. More specifically, the invention relates to isotropic Nd-Fe-B type magnetic materials made from a rapid solidification process with a lower optimal wheel speed and a broader optimal wheel speed window than those used in producing conventional magnetic materials. The materials exhibit remanence (Br) and intrinsic coercivity (Hci) values of between 7.0 to 8.5 kG and 6.5 to 9.9 kOe, respectively, at room temperature. The invention also relates to process of making the materials and to bonded magnets made from the magnetic materials, which are suitable for direct replacement of anisotropic sintered ferrites in many applications.

Light emitting diode structure

Illumination structure of light emitting diode

Apparatus and related methods for automatically testing and analyzing tires

An apparatus and related methods for capturing a digital foot print image of a tire and for extrapolating load-deflection curves of the tire is presented. A frame carries a test pod that is coupled to a tire to perform various tests. In one application, a loading plate couples the tire to a transparent plate on the test pod where a camera captures a digital gray-scale image of the tire foot print. A processor converts the gray-scale image into a pressure map wherein each pixel of the digital image is correlated to a pressure value. In another application, the loading plate couples the tire to a sliding cover plate on the test pod, wherein the loading plate is incremented through a plurality of load values at predetermined inflation pressures. By using two inflation pressures, the processor extrapolates further load-deflection curves for the tire at other inflation pressures. The apparatus also provides a unique way for imparting camber on the tire during the above tests. The data collected from the foot print image and load-deflection curves may be used to analyze the construction, operation, noise generation characteristics and performance of the tire.

Synchronous rectifying circuit for offline power converter

A synchronous rectifying circuit is provided for power converter. An integrated synchronous rectifier has a rectifying terminal, a ground terminal a first input terminal and a second input terminal. The rectifying terminal is coupled to secondary side of a transformer. The ground terminal coupled to output of the power converter. A power transistor is connected between the rectifying terminal and the ground terminal. The first input terminal and the second input terminal are coupled to receive a pulse signal for turning on/off the power transistor. A pulse-signal generation circuit includes an input terminal coupled to receive the switching signal for switching the transformer of the power converter. A first output terminal and a second output terminal of the pulse-signal generation circuit generate the pulse signal. An isolation device is coupled between the first input terminal and the second input terminal, and the first output terminal and the second output terminal.

Method for manufacturing composite environment friendly material

Organic light emitting diode display and operating method thereof

Fortune-telling oriented network information supply system and method

A fortune-telling oriented network information supply system comprising a database subsystem and a fortune analysis subsystem, and coupling to an information supply device for providing the user information. The database subsystem stores relevant data on the user to perform fortune-telling activities, which are carried out in the fortune analysis subsystem. The fortune analysis subsystem generates a first request signal according to the relevant data in the database subsystem or generates a second request signal according to the fortune analysis results and sends the first request signal or the second request signal to the information supply device, which then sends the first request signal or the second request signal to the user. The invention also discloses a fortune-telling oriented network information supply method.

Apparatus and related methods for automatically testing and analyzing tires

An apparatus and related methods for capturing a digital foot print image of a tire and for extrapolating load-deflection curves of the tire is presented. A frame carries a test pod that is coupled to a tire to perform various tests. In one application, a loading plate couples the tire to a transparent plate on the test pod where a camera captures a digital gray-scale image of the tire foot print. A processor converts the gray- scale image into a pressure map wherein each pixel of the digital image is correlated to a pressure value. In another application, the loading plate couples the tire to a sliding cover plate on the test pod, wherein the loading plate is incremented through a plurality of load values at predetermined inflation pressures. By using two inflation pressures, the processor extrapolates further load-deflection curves for the tire at other inflation pressures. The apparatus also provides a unique way for imparting camber on the tire during the above tests. The data collected from the foot print image and load- deflection curves may be used to analyze the construction, operation, noise generation characteristics and performance of the tire.

Light-emitting diode package

An LED package including a carrier, a LED chip, and a lens is provided. The LED chip is disposed on the carrier. The lens is disposed on the carrier and above the LED chip. A gap is formed between the LED chip and the lens. The lens has a first surface, a second surface, a protrusion, and at least one protruding ring. The first surface faces the LED chip. The second surface is opposite to the first surface. The protrusion is located at the first surface. The protruding ring is located at the first surface and surrounds the protrusion.

Rubber composition and preparing method thereof

The present invention relates to a rubber composition and the preparing method thereof. Said composition which provides the industry an alternative is a new king of material, and can be obtained directly by treating polyester compound and rubber powder through heat transferring. Said method comprises of mixing PE (polyethylene) or other polyester compound with rubber powder in a set ratio, then putting the mixture into a beater and heating, making use of the treatment of heat fusing, having PE (polyethylene) or other polyester compound kneaded with rubber powder through heat melting, thus obtained a plastic replacement having a certain degree of rigidity and entangling strength by post-kneading means.

Synchronous rectifying circuit for resonant power converters

A synchronous rectifying circuit is provided for resonant power converter. An integrated synchronous rectifier comprises a rectifying terminal, a ground terminal a first input terminal and a second input terminal. The rectifying terminal is coupled to the secondary side of a power transformer. The ground terminal is coupled to the output of the power converter. A power transistor is connected between the rectifying terminal and the ground terminal. The first input terminal and the second input terminal are coupled to receive a pulse signal for turning on/off the power transistor. A pulse-signal generation circuit includes an input circuit coupled to receive the switching signal for switching the power transformer of the power converter.

Process for producing synthetic fluorite grains

A process for producing synthetic fluorite grains uses recycled hydrofluoric acid waste and calcium fluoride sludge as materials to make synthetic fluorite grains having a content of calcium fluoride greater than 70%; and particularly, the synthetic fluorite is identical to the natural fluorite in terms of composition, and can be used as a substitute for natural fluorite in steel, aluminum, glass and ceramics industries, thus being helpful to prevent environmental pollution.

Fortune-telling oriented method and system for dynamically changing a web page

A method for dynamically changing a fortune-telling oriented web page, which first performs a fortune analysis for a user, then generates an appearance setting according to the fortune analysis result, and finally produces a personalized web page according to the appearance setting so that the appearance of the produced personalized web page will dynamically change according to the fortune analysis result of the user which will in turn attract users to use the personalized web page. The invention also discloses a corresponding system for dynamically changing a fortune-telling oriented web page.

Methods and apparatus for fraud detection

This application relates to apparatus and methods for identifying fraudulent transactions. A computing device receives return data identifying the return of at least one item. The computing device obtains modified strategy data identifying at least one rule of a modified strategy. The rule may be based on the application of at least one discrete stochastic gradient descent algorithm to an initial strategy. The computing device applies the modified strategy to the received return data identifying the return of the at least one item, and determines whether the return of the at least one item is fraudulent based on the application of the modified strategy. The computing device generates fraud data identifying whether the return of the at least one item is fraudulent based on the determination, and may transmit the fraud data to another computing device to indicate whether the return is fraudulent.

Cutting mold for rigid-flexible circuit board and method for forming the same

A cutting mold for removing two opposite superfluous rigid circuit boards from a rigid-flexible circuit board. A first cutter is connected to a first moldboard. A first barricade is connected to the first moldboard. The maximum vertical distance from the first barricade to the first moldboard exceeds that from the first cutter to the first moldboard. A second moldboard is opposite the first moldboard. The first and second moldboards move with respect to each other. A second cutter is connected to the second moldboard and corresponds to the first cutter. A second barricade is connected to the second moldboard and detachably abuts the first barricade. The maximum vertical distance from the second barricade to the second moldboard exceeds that from the second cutter to the second moldboard. The first and second cutters cut the superfluous rigid circuit boards when the first and second moldboards move toward each other.

Light guide plate and plane light source using the same

Dynamic decoding lookup table generation method and electronic device applying the same

Adaptive fin design for FinFETs

A method of designing a standard cell includes determining a minimum fin pitch of semiconductor fins in the standard cell, wherein the semiconductor fins are portions of FinFETs; and determining a minimum metal pitch of metal lines in a bottom metal layer over the standard cell, wherein the minimum metal pitch is greater than the minimum fin pitch. The standard cell is placed in an integrated circuit and implemented on a semiconductor wafer.

System and method for testing inter-integrated circuit interface

Workflow for detection of ligands using nucleic acids

This application relates to methods for ligating oligonucleotides having complementarity to a target nucleic acid, and amplifying the ligated oligonucleotides, where ligation and amplification occur in the same reaction mixture.

High-speed data base query method and apparatus

A server performing an indexing method of data management to create and maintain indexes more efficiently than existing indexing approaches is described. The server is disposed between an application program and a DBMS and is coupled to a data base located within the DBMS. The data base has an ordered set of data values stored in memory. Each data value has a bit pattern and an identifier associated therewith. The server creates a plurality of bit vectors such that the number of bit vectors created equals the longest length bit pattern for the values. The server accesses one of the values stored in the data base. Each bit of the bit pattern for the value is then assigned by the server to a unique position in successive bit vectors. The bits are assigned to identical unique positions in each of the successive bit vectors. The server repeats the above-described accessing and assigning steps for each remaining value of the set to form an index of bit vectors for the values. Methods are provided for improving the performance of database queries when using bit-vector or HighNonGroup (HNG) indexes. Such queries include, for instance, aggregate operations specified in an SQL statement, such as SUM, MAX, MIN, and AVG operations. Specific methods described include optimizing "range" comparisons by reducing bit operations, optimization of MAX and MIN operations, optimization of SUM and AVG operations, implementation of a "Datepart" index, and execution of SUBSTRING predicates in an HNG index.

Compound for activating ampk and uses thereof

Roadway projecting marker

A speed bump assembly on a road surface provides a sign to a driver to slow down a car and a warning effect to the driver. The speed bump has a tapered structure and has recesses, grooves or holes defined in opposite sides to enhance shock-absorbing, noise-absorbing and nonskid. Two reflection tabs are attached respective to the opposite sides of the speed bump to provide a warning and reflective effect to a driver to draw the driver's attention when driving. A metal base is attached to the bottom of the speed bump to keep the plastic speed bump from deforming due to expansion when hot and shrinking when cold and to enhance the strength of combination between the road surface.

Method for acquiring information, and hand-held mobile communications device for implementing the method

A method for acquiring information is implemented in a hand-held mobile communications device to access information in a remote information server through the Internet. The method includes enabling the communications device to acquire information from the information server at predetermined times, to filter the acquired information according to a filtering rule, and to display information complying with the filtering rule or a notification message relating to the information complying with the filtering rule according to a user setting. The method and device permits user convenience and ensures information confidentiality, without incurring extra fees.

Lock apparatus and vehicle using the same

A lock apparatus includes a bracket, an engagement module, and an actuation module. The engagement module is supported in the bracket and has an engagement member configured to move to a first position or a second position in a first axial direction along the first axial direction. The actuation module is connected to the bracket and includes a pushing member. The actuation module drives the pushing member to move to a first position or a second position in the second axial direction along the second axial direction. When the pushing member is at the first position in the second axial direction, the engagement member is at the first position in the first axial direction. When the pushing member is at the second position in the second axial direction, the engagement member is at the second position in the first axial direction.

Apparatus and related methods for automatically testing and analyzing tires

An apparatus and related methods for capturing a digital foot print image of a tire and for extrapolating load-deflection curves of the tire is presented. A frame carries a test pod that is coupled to a tire to perform various tests. In one application, a loading plate couples the tire to a transparent plate on the test pod where a camera captures a digital gray-scale image of the tire foot print. A processor converts the gray-scale image into a pressure map wherein each pixel of the digital image is correlated to a pressure value. In another application, the loading plate couples the tire to a sliding cover plate on the test pod, wherein the loading plate is incremented through a plurality of load values at predetermined inflation pressures. By using, two inflation pressures, the processor extrapolates further load-deflection curves for the tire at other inflation pressures. The apparatus also provides a unique way for imparting camber on the tire during the above tests. The data collected from the foot print image and load-deflection curves may he used to analyze the construction, operation, noise generation characteristics and performance of the tire.

Method for marking hydrocarbons with anthraquinones

method for invisibly marking a liquid petroleum hydrocarbon. The method comprises adding to the liquid petroleum hydrocarbon at least one dye selected from the group consisting of 1,4,5,8-tetrasubstituted anthraquinones and anthraquinone dimers. The absorption maximum of the dye(s) is in the range from 710 nm to 850 nm.

Method of generating long nucleic acid molecules of defined sequence

A method of generating a single-stranded nucleic acid molecule comprising (a) combining in a mixture under conditions suitable for a polymerase extension reaction, (i) a polymerase, (ii) an initial polynucleotide comprising a 5′ portion and a 3′ portion, wherein the polynucleotide forms the nucleic acid molecule 5′ end; and (iii) a plurality of overlapping template oligonucleotides each having a 5′ template portion and a 3′ portion. The method further comprises (b) hybridizing the initial polynucleotide or the extension polynucleotide and one of the template oligonucleotides; (c) incubating the mixture for sufficient time to allow an extension polynucleotide to be synthesized; (d) adding a competimer that competes with the template oligonucleotide in step (b); (e) denaturing the extension polynucleotide and template oligonucleotide; and (f) repeating steps (b), (c), (d), and (e) to generate the single-stranded nucleic acid molecule, wherein the number of repeated cycles equals the number of different template oligonucleotides.

Transformer monitoring device

Broad molecular weight distribution polypropylene resins

一種聚丙烯樹脂，其包含至少50莫耳%之丙烯，MWD(Mw/Mn)為大於5，分枝指數(g')為至少0.95，及在190℃下使用拉伸流變儀所測得之熔體強度為至少20 cN。本發明亦揭示一種觸媒系統，其包含含有非芳族內部電子施體之戚-納觸媒(Ziegler-Natta catalyst)，及含有不同有機矽化合物之第一及第二外部電子施體；以及製造聚丙烯樹脂之方法，其包括在丙烯聚合條件下使丙烯單體與該觸媒系統接觸。

DIAGNOSTICS AND THERAPEUTICS FOR DISEASES ASSOCIATED WITH AN INFLAMMATORY IL-1 HAPLOTYP

Method for establishing adaptive mobile cluster network

The invention discloses a method of establishing an adaptive mobile cluster network. The method comprises the steps of: (a) determining a network service requested by a mobile communication device; (b) according to the requested network service, determining at least one communication parameter needed by the mobile communication device; (c) according to the needed communication parameter, selecting a header device from a plurality of wireless communication devices by the communication device; (d) selecting a plurality of agent devices from the remaining wireless communication devices by the header device; and (e) selecting a plurality of normal devices from the remaining wireless communication devices by the agent devices, so as to establish the adaptive mobile cluster network.

Limit switch with two operation units controlled by a single control member

A limit switch includes a control member which has a first end protruding from the body of the switch and a second end of the control member has a first contact portion and a second contact portion. A first operation unit and a second operation unit are respectively located on two respective outsides of the first and second contact portions so that the two operation units are activated by shifting the control member. The two operation units are located on two sides of the control member so that the limit switch occupies has lower height.

Methods and compositions for genetically manipulating genes and cells

This disclosure provides methods and compositions for genetically manipulating genes and cells.

Insects-catching apparatus

Method for preventing formation of defects in cmp method

(57)【要約】 （修正有） 【課題】 CMPにおける凹陥及びエロ―ジョンの生成を 防止する方法の提供。 【解決手段】 半導体基板１０表面に順次に第１の誘電 層１４とウェットエッチング速度が該第１の誘電層のそ れより小さい第２の誘電層１６とを形成し、所定のコン タクトホールのエリアに複数の第１の孔（前記第２の誘 電層を貫通し前記第１の誘電層に所定の深さで嵌入す る）をドライエッチングで形成する。次に、前記第１の 孔内において前記第１の誘電層を横方向にエッチング し、前記複数の所定のコンタクトホールのエリアに複数 の第２の孔（その開口の径と前記所定のコンタクトホー ルのエリアの径との比が0.55より小さい）をウェットエ ッチングプロセスで形成する。各前記第２の孔を充填す るように電気伝導層２２を形成し、前記電気伝導層表面 と前記第２の誘電層表面とが同一表面となるように前記 電気伝導層を部分的に除去するためにCMPプロセスを実 施する。

Methods and arrangement for active malicious web pages discovery

An arrangement for performing active malicious web page discovery is provided. The arrangement includes a web monitor module, which is configured to monitor a plurality of potential suspicious unified resource locators (URLs). The arrangement also includes a crawler module, which is configured to download the plurality of potential suspicious URLs. The arrangement further includes a malicious page identifier (MPI), which is configured to verify a set of risk statuses for the plurality of potential suspicious URLs.

Light-guide optical element

A light-guide optical element is provided, including a transparent light-guide body having a first inclined surface and a second inclined surface disposed therein. The transparent light-guide body includes a side surface facing a first direction, and a first surface and a second surface which are adjacent to the side surface and face each other. The first inclined surface extends from the first surface to the second surface. The second inclined surface is located at the other side of the first inclined surface facing the side surface. The second inclined surface extends from the first surface to the second surface. When an input light enters the transparent light-guide body, the input light is partially reflected by the first inclined surface and the second inclined surface to form an output light output from the transparent light-guide body.

BABY PARK HAVING IMPACT DAMPER FUNCTION.

Un parc à bébé comporte un encadrement, un châssis raccordé à l'encadrement, et un composant d'amortissement des chocs (68) installé au centre du châssis.

Portable black body

Spring-loaded toilet paper dispenser

A spring-loaded toilet paper dispenser for compact and aesthetic holding and dispensing of multiple rolls of toilet paper. The spring-loaded toilet paper dispenser generally includes an elongated housing to store rolls of toilet paper in a generally vertical stack until ready for use. The dispenser also includes a roller bar to hold an active roll of toilet paper, allowing for paper to be unrolled. When the active roll is empty, the roller bar slides into the topmost, next roll in the stack and then rotates to move the “on-deck” roll into the active position.

System and method for editing interactive three dimension multimedia, and computer-readable storage medium thereof

Catalyzed deposition of metal films

Methods of depositing a metal film with high purity are discussed. Some embodiments utilize a thermal ALD process comprising an alkyl halide and a metal precursor. Some embodiments selectively deposit a metal film with high purity on a metal surface over a dielectric surface. Some embodiments selectively deposit a metal film with high purity on a dielectric surface over a metal surface. Some embodiments deposit a metal film with greater than 99% metal atoms on an atomic basis.

Screw supplying module and robot manipulator employing same

A screw supplying module includes a main body, a feeding body and a holding module. The main body includes a second portion, a third portion and a hollow part. The holding module includes a screw chamber, a plurality of clamping pieces, an elastic piece and a fixing piece. The screw chamber includes an input portion, an outer ring wall and an inner space. The plurality of clamping pieces are inserted into the plurality of holes respectively. Accordingly, the plurality of clamping pieces are partially located in the inner space and are partially exposed from the holes of the screw chamber. The elastic piece is sleeved on the outer ring wall, and the elastic piece abuts against the part of the plurality of clamping pieces exposed from the holes. The fixing piece is sleeved on the outer ring wall and is configured to fix the elastic piece.

Medicine storage device

Method and apparatus to provide synchronous rectifying circuit for offline power converters

A synchronous rectifying circuit is provided for power converter. A pulse signal generator is utilized to generate a pulse signal in response to the leading edge and the trailing edge of a switching signal. The switching signal is used for switching the transformer of the power converter. An isolation device such as pulse transformer or small capacitors is coupled to the pulse signal generator for transferring the pulse signal through an isolation barrier of a transformer. A synchronous rectifier includes a power switch and a control circuit. The power switch is equipped in between the secondary side of the transformer and the output of the power converter for the rectifying. The control circuit having a latch is operated to receive the pulse signal for turning on/off the power switch.

PM2.5 dedicated anti-haze mask

An anti-haze mask designed for protection against fine atmospheric particulate matter (PM), i.e. PM2.5, consists of a silicone mask 1, a filter mounting base 2, a PM2.5 filter 3, fixing strap fasteners 4, an expiratory/output valve (5, Fig 4), a cover (8, Fig 4), an inhaling/input valve (9, Fig 4) and a filter layer (10, Fig 4). The cover is curved and the filter mounting base is symmetrically disposed thereon, the filter mounting base being equipped with the inhaling valve and PM2.5 filter. The upper cover body of the filter mounting base is equipped with the expiratory valve and the fixing strap fasteners. The filter is made up of four layers (i) a nonwoven fabric layer, (ii) an activated carbon layer, (iii) an electrostatic textile fibre layer and (iv) an electrostatic filtering membrane.

Multifunctional high chair

Method of making protein wafer

Switching controller for parallel power supply

A switching controller for a parallel power supply is disclosed. The switching controller includes an input circuit coupled to an input terminal to receive an input signal for generating a phase-shift signal, a first integration circuit coupled to the input circuit to generate a first integration signal in response to a pulse width of the input signal, and a control circuit coupled to the first integration circuit to generate a switching signal for switching the power supply, the switching signal being enabled in response to the phase-shift signal, a pulse width of the switching signal being determined in accordance with the first integration signal.

Compound for activating ampk and uses thereof

The present disclosure discloses a compound for activating AMPK, which is adenine and/or the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. The present disclosure also discloses the use of the compound. The compound is useful to activate AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) and the compound is used in the prevention or treatment of conditions or disease and thereby prevents or treats conditions or diseases which can be ameliorated by AMPK in a mammal. In particular, the present disclosure discloses a use of the compound for treating an inflammatory condition or disease comprising ankylosing spondylitis, arthritis, asthma, atherosclerosis, inflammatory bowel disease, colitis, dermatitis, diverticulitis, fibromyalgia, hepatitis, irritable bowel syndrome, systemic lupus erythematous, nephritis, or any combination thereof.

Direct type backlight module

A direct type backlight module ( 200 ) includes a substrate ( 231 ), a diffusion sheet ( 24 ) disposed above the substrate, a plurality of spacers ( 21 ) and a plurality of light sources ( 22 ). The spacers are disposed between the substrate and the diffusion sheet. Each spacer includes a bottom surface ( 211 ) contacting with the substrate. A groove ( 2114 ) is defined in the bottom surface, and a light incident surface ( 2112 ) is defined on inner surface of the groove. A pair of wings is disposed on two sides of the bottom surface for supporting the diffusion sheet. Each wing includes an outer side surface and an inner side surface, and a transflective film is formed on the inner side surfaces of the wing. The light sources are respectively disposed in the grooves.

Method for using non-volatile memory and electronics device thereof

Switching driving circuit for soft switching

Method for acquiring information and mobile information services, hand-held mobile communications device for implementing the method, and system

Method for making backlight module frame

An exemplary method for making backlight module frames includes: method includes: providing a first metallic sheet and a second metallic sheet, each of the first and second metallic sheets having at least two L-shaped portions connected side by side and oriented in the same direction; welding the two metallic sheets to form a plurality of connected semi-manufactured frames corresponding to s subsequent backlight module frame; and pressing the connected semi-manufactured frames to form a plurality of backlight module frames. The method costs less welding time and it is convenient for the backlight module frames to be mass-produced.

Improved amplification and sequencing methods

In some embodiments, the disclosure relates generally to methods, as well as related systems, compositions, kits, and apparatuses for any one or any combination of: conducting a library preparation method which generates a mixture of desirable template polynucleotides and non-desirable polynucleotide byproducts, amplifying the resulting library, enriching the desirable template polynucleotides, and sequencing the enriched template polynucleotides. The methods, as well as related systems, compositions, kits, and apparatuses, of the present teachings can be used to improve sequencing data.

A positive-type photosensitive resin composition, and a method of forming a pattern using the composition

Compound for activating ampk and uses thereof

The present disclosure discloses a compound for activating AMPK, which is adenine and/or the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. The present disclosure also discloses the use of the compound. The compound is useful to activate AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) and the compound is used in the prevention or treatment of conditions or disease and thereby prevents or treats conditions or diseases which can be ameliorated by AMPK in a mammal. In particular, the present disclosure discloses a use of the compound for the prevention of scar formation during wound healing and/or the enhancement wound healing.

Oil-impregnated structure and the sleeve bearing using the same

Fortune-telling oriented network information supply system and method

A fortune-telling oriented network information supply system comprising a database subsystem and a fortune analysis subsystem, and coupling to an information supply device for providing the user information. The database subsystem stores relevant data on the user to perform fortune-telling activities, which are carried out in the fortune analysis subsystem. The fortune analysis subsystem generates a first request signal according to the relevant data in the database subsystem or generates a second request signal according to the fortune analysis results and sends the first request signal or the second request signal to the information supply device, which then sends the first request signal or the second request signal to the user. The invention also discloses a fortune-telling oriented network information supply method.

Method for transferring inorganic oxide nanoparticles from aqueous phase to organic phase

Light emitting diode devices and manufacturing method thereof

A light emitting diode (LED) device includes a stacked epitaxial structure, a heat-conductive plate and a seed layer. The stacked epitaxial structure sequentially includes a first semiconductor layer (N—GaN), a light emitting layer, and a second semiconductor layer (P—GaN). The heat-conductive plate is disposed on the first semiconductor layer, and the seed layer is disposed between the first semiconductor layer and the heat-conductive plate. Also, the present invention discloses a manufacturing method thereof including the steps of: forming at least one temporary substrate, which is made by a curable polymer material, on an LED device, and forming at least a heat-conductive plate on the LED device.

Xml schema template builder

A method of creating a template to convert a database schema model to XML using database schema metadata. A database schema editing tool is used to configure and hold schema. Coupled to database schema editing tool, are external tools. These tools perform distinct functions and may be from a plurality of venders. The tools are coupled to database editing tool via interfaces. Each tool create and uses its own interface to communicate with the database schema editing tool and to access the schema.

Method for managing power of a mobile communication device

The method for managing power includes the steps of: setting up a wake up time; checking the power supply status of the mobile communication device during the wake up time, and setting up the power supply status as an initial status; waking up the mobile communication device as the unattended mode, if the initial status is the suspended mode or the off mode, making the mobile communication device connect to the remote server, if the initial status is the on mode; connecting to the remote server and accessing data to the remote server; renewing the wake up time; and shifting the power supply status of the mobile communication device into the initial status and waiting for next-time wake up time.

Hump device for pavements

Buckeleinrichtung für Fahrbahndecken, dadurch gekennzeichnet: dass das Buckelteil (1) eine gegenständige Struktur aufweist, die nach und nach herausragend ausgebildet ist, wobei die Oberfläche des Buckelteils (1) mit mehreren Sätzen von Flanschen (10), Nuten (11), Reflexionsteilen (3) und einem Fixierloch (130) definiert sind, dass die Metallmanschette (2) an dem Boden des Buckelteils (1) angebracht ist, wobei die Metallmanschette (2) an der Bodenseite mindestens mit einem Metallpfeiler (20) versehen ist, dass das Reflexionsteil (3) das Licht reflektieren kann, womit die Fahrer aufgrund der Blinkeffekte des Reflexionsteils (3) rechtzeitig vor dem Straßenverkehr gewarnt werden, dass die Buckeleinrichtung aus dem herausragenden Buckelteil (1), der Metallmanschette (2) und den Reflexionsteilen (3) besteht, wobei die Buckeleinrichtung beim Straßenaufbau zwischen den Fahrspuren und den Randstreifen, bzw. an der Straßenoberfläche, insbesondere an der Straßenecke, eingebaut wird, wodurch die Fahrbahnen gebildet werden, dass die Verkehrsteilnehmer beim Fahren durch das von der herausragenden Buckeleinrichtung erzeugte... Hump device for pavements, characterized by: that the hump part (1) has an opposing structure that is gradually protruding, the surface of the hump part (1) with several sets of flanges (10), grooves (11), reflection parts (3) and a fixing hole (130 ) are defined, that the metal sleeve (2) is attached to the bottom of the hump part (1), the metal sleeve (2) being provided on the bottom side with at least one metal pillar (20), that the reflection part (3) can reflect the light, with which the drivers are warned in good time about the traffic due to the flashing effects of the reflection part (3), that the hump device consists of the protruding hump part (1), the metal sleeve (2) and the reflection parts (3), the hump device being installed between the lanes and the edge strips or on the road surface, in particular on the street corner, when the road is ...

Workflow for detection of ligands using nucleic acids

This application relates to methods for ligating oligonucleotides having complementarity to a target nucleic acid, and amplifying the ligated oligonucleotides, where ligation and amplification occur in the same reaction mixture.

Power supply circuit of wireless mobile device

Provided is a power supply circuit for a wireless mobile device having a plurality of power amplification components. The power supply circuit includes: a first DC-DC converter, for providing at least one constant output voltage (which is provided to the power amplification components) and/or at least one DC intermediate voltage; a second DC-DC converter, for providing a DC component of at least one time-varying output voltage; and at least one linear amplifier. When the at least one linear amplifier receives the at least one DC intermediate voltage from the first DC-DC converter, the at least one linear amplifier provides at least one AC component of the at least one time-varying output voltage. The DC component and the at least one AC component of the at least one time-varying output voltage are combined into the at least one time-varying output voltage and provided to the power amplification components.

Apparatus and related method for automatic test and analysis of tire

(57)【要約】 【課題】 タイヤの踏面デジタル像の捕獲及びタイヤの 荷重−撓み曲線の推定。 【解決手段】 フレームが試験パッドを支持し、この試 験パッドは種々の試験を行うためにタイヤと組み合わせ られる。１応用例においては、荷重板がタイヤを試験パ ッド上の透明板と組み合わせ、カメラがタイヤ踏面のデ ジタルグレースケール像を捕獲する。プロセッサーが、 グレースケール像を、デジタル像の各画素が圧力値に関 係付けられた圧力マップに変換する。

Method for using non-volatile memory and electronics device thereof

Control circuit and control method of light emitting device circuit

The present invention discloses a control circuit and a control method of a light emitting device circuit. When the light emitting device circuit is normally connected in normal operation, an output current is regulated to a predetermined current. When the light emitting device circuit is removed, an output voltage is regulated to a predetermined voltage. When the light emitting device circuit is reconnected, the output current is regulated to the predetermined current. The output voltage is at or above a level when the light emitting device circuit is normally connected in normal operation, and the predetermined voltage is lower than this level.

Object detection method using CNN model and object detection apparatus using the same

The disclosure is directed to an object detection method using a CNN model and an object detection apparatus thereof. In an aspect, the object detection method includes generating a sensor data; processing the sensor data by using a first object detection algorithm to generate a first object detection result; processing the first object detection result by using a plurality of stages of sparse update mapping algorithm to generate a plurality of stages of updated first object detection result; processing a first stage of the stages of updated first object detection result by using a plurality of stages of spatial pooling algorithm between each of stages of sparse update mapping algorithm; executing a plurality of stages of deep convolution layer algorithm to extract a plurality of feature results; and performing a detection prediction based on a last-stage feature result.

Fluid control structure of dispensing apparatus

The present invention discloses a fluid control structure of a dispensing apparatus, comprising: a dispensing unit, a fluid supply unit, and a control unit. The present invention is characterized by its dispensing apparatus which includes a needle head, a thimble, and a valve body, wherein the valve body is provided with an accommodating space for accommodating the needle head and the thimble. The needle head is being formed a hollow space, and the space is tapered towards the direction of a nozzle, the nozzle disposed at one end of the needle head; the thimble is moved up and down along the valve body, having the same tapered as the inner diameter of the needle head. The fluid control structure of the dispensing apparatus of the present invention is to solve the shortcoming of prior art that the residual pressure in the dispensing process cause the fluid being dropped or leaked on the dispensing surface.

Method for detecting dead pixels and computer program product thereof

A method for detecting dead pixels obtains a downsampling set formed by a plurality of sample pixels by downsampling a to-be-tested image, and computes a moving average for each sample pixel to determine whether the sample pixel is a dead pixel candidate. If so, all pixels in a neighborhood of the dead pixel candidate are determined as to-be-detected pixels. For each to-be-detected pixel, a compensated value and a weighted average under a mask are estimated. A hypothetic dead pixel value is obtained by comparing an original pixel value of each to-be-detected pixel and the moving average of the dead pixel candidate. Whether the to-be-detected pixel is a dead pixel is determined by using the original pixel value, the compensated value, the weighted average and the hypothetic dead pixel value.