Method for Preparing Multi-Tab Battery

Disclosed is a method for preparing a multi-tab battery. Each of a positive pole piece and a negative pole piece is provided with two or more groups of current collectors, aluminum strips or nickel strips that are used as tabs are arranged on the corresponding current collectors by means of spot welding, so as to form two or more groups of tab leading-out ends; then, the two or more groups of tab leading-out ends are overlapped through a winding manner; tab dual-output or multi-output is used for improving the problem that the consistency of winding tightness of wound battery cores is poor; the contact area between the tabs and the current collectors is effectively improved, the rate discharge capabilities of lithium-ion batteries is improved, and the charging efficiency is greatly improved, thus realizing fast charge.

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Systems and methods for regulating power conversion systems with output detection and synchronized rectifying mechanisms

System controller and method for regulating a power converter. For example, the system controller includes a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal. The system controller is configured to receive an input signal at the first controller terminal and generate a drive signal at the second controller terminal based at least in part on the input signal to turn on or off a transistor in order to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power converter. Additionally, the system controller is further configured to determine whether the input signal remains larger than a first threshold for a first time period that is equal to or longer than a first predetermined duration.

Systems and methods with prediction mechanisms for synchronization rectifier controllers

System controller and method for regulating a power converter. For example, the system controller includes a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal. The system controller is configured to receive, at the first controller terminal, an input signal, generate a drive signal based at least in part on the input signal, and output, at the second controller terminal, the drive signal to a switch to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power converter. The system controller is further configured to detect a first duration of a demagnetization period associated with the secondary winding based at least in part on the input signal, determine a second duration of a time period for the drive signal based at least in part on the first duration, and keep the drive signal at a first logic level during the entire time period.

Two stage methods for processing adhesives and related compositions

Methods for forming melt processable, actinic radiation polymerizable and crosslinkable adhesives are described. In certain versions, the adhesives or pre-adhesive compositions include two initiators and are polymerized and/or crosslinked by exposure to actinic radiation such as UV light or electron beam radiation. Also described are pre-adhesive compositions including polymerizable monomers, articles including the adhesives, and various methods and systems related to the adhesives and their application. In addition, various apparatuses are described for polymerizing or crosslinking the compositions.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VOLTAGE CONTROL AND CURRENT CONTROL OF POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS WITH MULTIPLE OPERATION MODES

System and method for regulating a power conversion system. A system controller for regulating a power conversion system includes an operation-mode-selection component and a driving component. The operation-mode-selection component is configured to receive a first signal related to an output load of the power conversion system and a second signal related to an input signal received by the power conversion system and output a mode-selection signal based on at least information associated with the first signal and the second signal. The driving component is configured to receive the mode-selection signal and generate a drive signal based on at least information associated with the mode-selection signal, the driving signal corresponding to a switching frequency. 1. A system controller for regulating a power conversion system , the system controller comprising:an operation-mode-selection component configured to receive a first signal related to an output load of the power conversion system and a second signal related to an input signal received by the power conversion system and output a mode-selection signal based on at least information associated with the first signal and the second signal; anda driving component configured to receive the mode-selection signal and generate a drive signal based on at least information associated with the mode-selection signal, the driving signal corresponding to a switching frequency; if the output load is determined to be larger than a first load threshold in magnitude and the input signal is determined to be larger than an input threshold, generate the mode-selection signal corresponding to a quasi-resonant mode if the switching frequency is determined to be smaller than a first frequency threshold and larger than a second frequency threshold; and', 'if the output load is determined to be larger than the first load threshold in magnitude and the input signal is determined to be smaller than the input threshold, generate the mode- ...

Systems and methods for source switching and voltage generation

System and method for regulating a power conversion system. An example system controller for regulating a power conversion system includes a first controller terminal associated with a first controller voltage and coupled to a first transistor terminal of a first transistor, the first transistor further including a second transistor terminal and a third transistor terminal, the second transistor terminal being coupled to a primary winding of a power conversion system, a second controller terminal associated with a second controller voltage and coupled to the third transistor terminal, and a third controller terminal associated with a third controller voltage. The first controller voltage is equal to a sum of the third controller voltage and a first voltage difference. The second controller voltage is equal to a sum of the third controller voltage and a second voltage difference.

Switching controllers and methods for loads

System controller and method for providing at least an output voltage. For example, the system controller includes a first controller terminal configured to receive an input voltage. The input voltage is associated with an input-voltage magnitude. Additionally, the system controller includes a second controller terminal configured to receive a control voltage, and a third controller terminal configured to output an output voltage to a load. Moreover, the system controller includes a supply voltage generator configured to receive the input voltage from the first controller terminal and generate a supply voltage. The supply voltage is associated with a supply voltage magnitude. Also, the system controller includes a ramp voltage generator configured to receive the supply voltage and generate a ramp voltage.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF LEVEL SHIFTING FOR VOLTAGE DRIVERS

System and method for controlling one or more switches. The system includes a first converting circuit, a second converting circuit, and a signal processing component. The first converting circuit is configured to convert a first current and generate a first converted voltage signal based on at least information associated with the first current. The second converting circuit is configured to convert a second current and generate a second converted voltage signal based on at least information associated with the second current. The signal processing component is configured to receive the first converted voltage signal and the second converted voltage signal and generate an output signal based on at least information associated with the first converted voltage signal and the second converted voltage signal. 1. A system for controlling one or more switches , the system comprising:a first converting circuit configured to convert a first current and generate a first converted voltage signal based on at least information associated with the first current;a second converting circuit configured to convert a second current and generate a second converted voltage signal based on at least information associated with the second current; anda signal processing component configured to receive the first converted voltage signal and the second converted voltage signal and generate an output signal based on at least information associated with the first converted voltage signal and the second converted voltage signal; if the second converted voltage signal is larger than the first converted voltage signal by at least a first predetermined magnitude, generate the output signal at a first logic level; and', 'if the first converted voltage signal is larger than the second converted voltage signal by at least a second predetermined magnitude, generate the output signal at a second logic level, the second logic level being different from the first logic level., 'wherein the signal ...

Systems and methods for adjusting one or more thresholds in power converters

System controller and method for a power converter. For example, the system controller includes a first current controller configured to receive a first input signal and generate a first output signal based at least in part on the first input signal, a second current controller configured to receive a compensation signal and a second input signal and generate a second output signal based at least in part. on the second input signal, and a drive signal generator configured to receive the first output signal and the second output signal, generate a first drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal, and generate a second drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal.

Systems and methods for adjusting one or more thresholds in power converters

System controller and method for a power converter. For example, the system controller includes a first current controller configured to receive a first input signal and generate a first output signal based at least in part on the first input signal, a second current controller configured to receive a compensation signal and a second input signal and generate a second output signal based at least in part on the second input signal, and a drive signal generator configured to receive the first output signal and the second output signal, generate a first drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal, and generate a second drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal.

Systems and methods for adjusting one or more thresholds in power converters

System controller and method for a power converter. For example, the system controller includes a first current controller configured to receive a first input signal and generate a first output signal based at least in part on the first input signal, a second current controller configured to receive a compensation signal and a second input signal and generate a second output signal based at least in part on the second input signal, and a drive signal generator configured to receive the first output signal and the second output signal, generate a first drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal, and generate a second drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR OVER-TEMPERATURE PROTECTION AND OVER-VOLTAGE PROTECTION FOR POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS

Systems and methods are provided for protecting a power conversion system. A system controller includes a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal. The first controller terminal is configured to provide a drive signal to close and open a switch to affect a first current flowing through a primary winding of a power conversion system. The second controller terminal is configured to receive first input signals during one or more first switching periods and receive second input signals during one or more second switching periods. The system controller is configured to determine whether a temperature associated with the power conversion system is larger than a predetermined temperature threshold, and in response to the temperature associated with the power conversion system being larger than the predetermined temperature threshold, generate the drive signal to cause the switch open and remain open to protect the power conversion system. 145.-. (canceled)46. A system controller for protecting a power converter , the system controller comprising:a first controller terminal configured to receive a first input signal during a first switching period, receive a second input signal during a second switching period, and receive a third input signal during a third switching period; the first switching period precedes the second switching period; and', 'the second switching period precedes the third switching period;, 'wherein 'in response to a temperature associated with a power converter being larger than a predetermined temperature threshold, generate a drive signal for a switch to open and remain open to protect the power converter;', 'wherein the system controller is configured to 'in response to an output voltage associated with a secondary winding of the power converter being larger than a predetermined voltage threshold, generate the drive signal for the switch to open and remain open to protect the power converter;', 'wherein the system controller is ...

Systems and methods for high precision and/or low loss regulation of output currents of power conversion systems

Systems and methods are provided for signal processing. An example error amplifier for processing a reference signal and an input signal associated with a current of a power conversion system includes a first operational amplifier, a second operational amplifier, a first transistor, a second transistor, a current mirror component, a switch, a first resistor and a second resistor. The first operational amplifier includes a first input terminal, a second input terminal and a first output terminal, the first input terminal being configured to receive a reference signal. The first transistor includes a first transistor terminal, a second transistor terminal and a third transistor terminal, the first transistor terminal being configured to receive a first amplified signal from the first output terminal, the third transistor terminal being coupled to the second input terminal.

Systems and methods for regulating power conversion systems with output detection and synchronized rectifying mechanisms

System and method for regulating a power conversion system. A system controller for regulating a power conversion system includes a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal. Additionally, the system controller is configured to receive an input signal at the first controller terminal, and generate a drive signal at the second controller terminal based at least in part on the input signal to turn on or off a transistor in order to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power conversion system. Moreover, the system controller is further configured to determine whether the input signal is larger than a first threshold at a first time, in response to the input signal being determined to be larger than the first threshold at the first time, determine whether the input signal is smaller than a second threshold at a second time.

Acrylic emulsion adhesives

Methods of forming acrylate polymers using emulsion polymerization techniques are described. The resulting acrylate polymers exhibit characteristics enabling their use in adhesives and replacing acrylic polymers formed by solvent-based polymerization methods. Various polymers and adhesives utilizing such polymers are also described.

Two-terminal integrated circuits with time-varying voltage-current characteristics including phased-locked power supplies

A two-terminal IC chip and method thereof. For example, a two-terminal IC chip includes a first chip terminal and a second chip terminal. A first terminal voltage is a voltage of the first chip terminal, a second terminal voltage is a voltage of the second chip terminal, and a chip voltage is equal to a difference between the first terminal voltage and the second terminal voltage. The chip is configured to allow a chip current to flow into the chip at the first chip terminal and out of the chip at the second chip terminal, or to flow into the chip at the second chip terminal and out of the chip at the first chip terminal. The chip current is larger than or equal to zero in magnitude. The chip is further configured to change a relationship between the chip voltage and the chip current with respect to time. The chip is an integrated circuit, and the chip does not include any additional chip terminal other than the first chip terminal and the second chip terminal.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENHANCING DYNAMIC RESPONSE OF POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS

System and method for regulating a power conversion system. For example, a system controller for regulating a power conversion system includes an amplifier, a variable-resistance component, a capacitor, and a modulation and drive component. The amplifier is configured to receive a reference signal and a feedback signal associated with an output signal of the power conversion system, the amplifier including an amplifier terminal. The variable-resistance component is associated with a first variable resistance value, the variable-resistance component including a first component terminal and a second component terminal, the first component terminal being coupled with the amplifier terminal. The capacitor includes a first capacitor terminal and a second capacitor terminal, the first capacitor terminal being coupled with the second component terminal. The modulation and drive component includes a first terminal and a second terminal, the first terminal being coupled with the amplifier terminal. 12.-. (canceled)3. A system controller for regulating a power conversion system , the system controller comprising:a first amplifier configured to receive a reference signal and a feedback signal associated with an output signal of the power conversion system, the first amplifier including an amplifier terminal;a variable-resistance component associated with a first variable resistance value, the variable-resistance component including a first component terminal and a second component terminal, the first component terminal being coupled with the amplifier terminal;a first capacitor including a first capacitor terminal and a second capacitor terminal, the first capacitor terminal being coupled with the second component terminal;a modulation and drive component including a first terminal and a second terminal, the first terminal being coupled with the amplifier terminal, the modulation and drive component being configured to output a drive signal at the second terminal to a switch ...

Systems and methods for high precision and/or low loss regulation of output currents of power conversion systems

Systems and methods are provided for signal processing. An example error amplifier for processing a reference signal and an input signal associated with a current of a power conversion system includes a first operational amplifier, a second operational amplifier, a first transistor, a second transistor, a current mirror component, a switch, a first resistor and a second resistor. The first operational amplifier includes a first input terminal, a second input terminal and a first output terminal, the first input terminal being configured to receive a reference signal. The first transistor includes a first transistor terminal, a second transistor terminal and a third transistor terminal, the first transistor terminal being configured to receive a first amplified signal from the first output terminal, the third transistor terminal being coupled to the second input terminal.

Low dark current CMOS image sensor pixel having a photodiode isolated from field oxide

A low dark current CMOS image sensor pixel comprises a photodiode that is isolated from the field oxide by forming a relatively small photodiode within a relatively large active area such that the field oxide is substantially separated from the photodiode. The active area should be large enough such that the photodiode depletion region formed during operation of the photodiode does not touch the field oxide sidewall and corner. The isolation of the photodiode from the field oxide significantly reduces the number of dislocations near the field oxide that contribute to the dark current. Accordingly, the isolation of the photodiode from the field oxide dramatically reduces the dark current of the photodiode during operation. The present invention can be formed with a conventional CMOS process without adding any additional process steps.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR HIGH PRECISION AND/OR LOW LOSS REGULATION OF OUTPUT CURRENTS OF POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS

Systems and methods are provided for signal processing. An example error amplifier for processing a reference signal and an input signal associated with a current of a power conversion system includes a first operational amplifier, a second operational amplifier, a first transistor, a second transistor, a current mirror component, a switch, a first resistor and a second resistor. The first operational amplifier includes a first input terminal, a second input terminal and a first output terminal, the first input terminal being configured to receive a reference signal. The first transistor includes a first transistor terminal, a second transistor terminal and a third transistor terminal, the first transistor terminal being configured to receive a first amplified signal from the first output terminal, the third transistor terminal being coupled to the second input terminal. 131.-. (canceled)32. A system controller for regulating a power conversion system , the system controller comprising:a first controller terminal configured to receive a feedback signal associated with an output voltage of a power conversion system;a compensation component coupled to the first controller terminal and configured to sample the feedback signal during a demagnetization process of the power conversion system and generate a compensation current based on at least information associated with the sampled feedback signal; andan error amplifier including a first input terminal, a second input terminal, and an output terminal coupled to the compensation component, the first input terminal being configured to receive an input voltage, the second input terminal being configured to receive a reference voltage, the output terminal being configured to output a first output current related to a difference between the input voltage and the reference voltage in magnitude;wherein the error amplifier and the compensation component are further configured to generate a second output current equal to a ...

Compact high-speed, high-resolution comparator structure

Methods and circuits for performing high-speed, high-resolution signal comparisons using offset cancellation, reduction of charge injection noise, and sharing of coupling capacitors between circuit stages. A multistage comparator circuit includes first and second preamplifiers electrically coupled to each other through series connections including coupling capacitors. A latch for storing the comparison output signal is electrically coupled to the output of the second preamplifier. The multistage comparator operates such that the offset voltages of the first preamplifier and of the second preamplifier and latch are stored on the coupling capacitors before performing comparisons.

Two-terminal integrated circuits with time-varying voltage-current characteristics including phased-locked power supplies

A two-terminal IC chip and method thereof. For example, a two-terminal IC chip includes a first chip terminal, a second chip terminal, a first switch configured to receive a control signal, a first capacitor coupled to the first switch, a second switch configured to receive the control signal, a second capacitor coupled to the second switch, a third switch configured to receive the control signal, and a third capacitor coupled to the third switch. A first terminal voltage is a voltage of the first chip terminal, a second terminal voltage is a voltage of the second chip terminal, and a chip voltage is equal to a difference between the first terminal voltage and the second terminal voltage.

Optical Circuit for Sensing a Biological Entity in a Fluid and Method of Configuring the Same

An optical circuit for sensing a biological entity in a fluid and a method of configuring an optical circuit for sensing a biological entity in a fluid are provided. The optical circuit includes a sensing arrangement including a reference arm having a reference waveguide and a sensing arm having a waveguide; wherein lengths of the reference waveguide and the waveguide are configured in accordance with a temperature dependency reduction criterion. 1. An optical circuit for sensing a biological entity in a fluid , comprising:a sensing arrangement comprising:a reference arm having a reference waveguide;a sensing arm having a waveguide;wherein lengths of the reference waveguide and the waveguide are configured in accordance with a temperature dependency reduction criterion.2. The optical circuit of claim 1 , wherein the lengths of the reference waveguide and the waveguide are further configured in accordance with refractive indices of the reference waveguide and the waveguide.3. The optical circuit of claim 1 , wherein the sensing arm further comprises a further waveguide coupled in series with the waveguide.4. The optical circuit of claim 3 , wherein a length of the further waveguide is configured in accordance with the temperature dependency reduction criterion.5. The optical circuit of claim 4 , wherein the length of the further waveguide is further configured in accordance with the refractive index of the reference waveguide claim 4 , the refractive index of the waveguide and a refractive index of the further waveguide.6. The optical circuit of claim 1 , wherein the reference waveguide comprises a core layer disposed above a first cladding layer and a second cladding layer disposed above the core layer and the first cladding layer.7. The optical circuit of claim 1 ,wherein the waveguide comprises a core layer disposed above a cladding layer;wherein the core layer of the waveguide comprises a first portion and a second portion;wherein the first portion is arranged ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION FOR DRIVING LIGHT EMITTING DIODES

System and method for signal synchronization. The system includes a first selection component, a first signal generator, a second signal generator and a first gate drive component. The first selection component is configured to receive a first mode signal and generate a first selection signal based on at least information associated with the first mode signal. The first signal generator is configured to, if the first selection signal satisfies one or more first conditions, receive a first input signal and generate at least a first clock signal based on at least information associated with the first input signal. Furthermore, the first gate drive component is configured to, if the first selection signal satisfies the one or more first conditions, receive at least the first clock signal and output a first drive signal to a first switch. 1. A system for signal synchronization , the system comprising:a first selection component configured to receive a first mode signal and generate a first selection signal based on at least information associated with the first mode signal, the first selection signal indicating a first operation mode;a first signal generator configured to, if the first selection signal satisfies one or more first conditions, receive a first input signal and generate at least a first clock signal based on at least information associated with the first input signal, the first input signal including a first input rising edge and being associated with a first input frequency, the first clock signal including a first clock rising edge and being associated with a first clock frequency; anda second signal generator configured to, if the first selection signal satisfies one or more second conditions, generate at least a second clock signal, the second clock signal including a second clock rising edge and being associated with a second clock frequency; if the first selection signal satisfies the one or more first conditions, receive at least the first clock ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENHANCING DYNAMIC RESPONSE OF POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS

System and method for regulating a power conversion system. For example, a system controller for regulating a power conversion system includes an amplifier, a variable-resistance component, a capacitor, and a modulation and drive component. The amplifier is configured to receive a reference signal and a feedback signal associated with an output signal of the power conversion system, the amplifier including an amplifier terminal. The variable-resistance component is associated with a first variable resistance value, the variable-resistance component including a first component terminal and a second component terminal, the first component terminal being coupled with the amplifier terminal. The capacitor includes a first capacitor terminal and a second capacitor terminal, the first capacitor terminal being coupled with the second component terminal. The modulation and drive component includes a first terminal and a second terminal, the first terminal being coupled with the amplifier terminal. 1. A system controller for regulating a power conversion system , the system controller comprising:a first amplifier configured to receive a reference signal and a feedback signal associated with an output signal of the power conversion system, the first amplifier including an amplifier terminal;a variable-resistance component associated with a first variable resistance value, the variable-resistance component including a first component terminal and a second component terminal, the first component terminal being coupled with the amplifier terminal;a first capacitor including a first capacitor terminal and a second capacitor terminal, the first capacitor terminal being coupled with the second component terminal; anda modulation and drive component including a first terminal and a second terminal, the first terminal being coupled with the amplifier terminal, the modulation and drive component being configured to output a drive signal at the second terminal to a switch in order to ...

Systems and methods for current matching of led strings

System and method are provided for regulating a string current flowing through a string of one or more light emitting diodes. A system controller includes a first controller terminal, a second controller terminal and a third controller terminal. The first controller terminal is coupled to a base terminal of a bipolar junction transistor, the bipolar junction transistor further including an emitter terminal and a collector terminal, the collector terminal being connected to the string of one or more light emitting diodes. The second controller terminal is coupled to the emitter terminal of the bipolar junction transistor and to a first resistor terminal of a resistor associated with a resistance. The third controller terminal is coupled to a second resistor terminal of the resistor. In addition, the system controller is configured to receive a reference voltage, receive an emitter voltage, and output a base current.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REGULATING POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS WITH OUTPUT DETECTION AND SYNCHRONIZED RECTIFYING MECHANISMS

System controller and method for regulating a power converter. For example, the system controller includes a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal. The system controller is configured to receive an input signal at the first controller terminal and generate a drive signal at the second controller terminal based at least in part on the input signal to turn on or off a transistor in order to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power converter. Additionally, the system controller is further configured to determine whether the input signal remains larger than a first threshold for a first time period that is equal to or longer than a first predetermined duration. 1. A system controller for regulating a power converter , the system controller comprising:a first controller terminal; anda second controller terminal; receive an input signal at the first controller terminal; and', 'generate a drive signal at the second controller terminal based at least in part on the input signal to turn on or off a transistor in order to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power converter;, 'wherein the system controller is configured to determine whether the input signal remains larger than a first threshold for a first time period that is equal to or longer than a first predetermined duration; and', 'in response to the input signal not being determined to remain larger than the first threshold for the first time period that is equal to or longer than the first predetermined duration, operate with a first mechanism;, 'wherein the system controller is further configured to determine whether the input signal remains smaller than a second threshold for a second time period that is equal to or longer than a second predetermined duration; and', 'in response to the input signal being determined to remain smaller than the second threshold for the second time period that is equal to or longer than the second predetermined ...

SWITCHING CONTROLLERS AND METHODS FOR LOADS

System controller and method for providing at least an output voltage. For example, the system controller includes a first controller terminal configured to receive an input voltage. The input voltage is associated with an input-voltage magnitude. Additionally, the system controller includes a second controller terminal configured to receive a control voltage, and a third controller terminal configured to output an output voltage to a load. Moreover, the system controller includes a supply voltage generator configured to receive the input voltage from the first controller terminal and generate a supply voltage. The supply voltage is associated with a supply voltage magnitude. Also, the system controller includes a ramp voltage generator configured to receive the supply voltage and generate a ramp voltage. 1. A system controller for providing at least an output voltage , the system controller comprising:a first controller terminal configured to receive an input voltage, the input voltage being associated with an input-voltage magnitude;a second controller terminal configured to receive a control voltage;a third controller terminal configured to output an output voltage to a load;a supply voltage generator configured to receive the input voltage from the first controller terminal and generate a supply voltage, the supply voltage being associated with a supply voltage magnitude; anda ramp voltage generator configured to receive the supply voltage and generate a ramp voltage; the ramp voltage increases from zero to the supply voltage magnitude at a first rate of change during a first time duration; and', 'the output voltage increases from zero to the input-voltage magnitude at a second rate of change during a second time duration;', 'wherein the second rate of change is equal to the first rate of change multiplied by a predetermined constant., 'wherein, if the control voltage is at a first logic level,'}2. The system controller of claim 1 , and further comprising a ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DRIVING TRANSISTORS WITH HIGH TRESTHOLD VOLTAGES

System and method are provided for driving a transistor. The system includes a floating-voltage generator, a first driving circuit, and a second driving circuit. The floating-voltage generator is configured to receive a first bias voltage and generate a floating voltage, the floating-voltage generator being further configured to change the floating voltage if the first bias voltage changes and to maintain the floating voltage to be lower than the first bias voltage by a first predetermined value in magnitude. The first driving circuit is configured to receive an input signal, the first bias voltage and the floating voltage. The second driving circuit is configured to receive the input signal, a second bias voltage and a third bias voltage, the first driving circuit and the second driving circuit being configured to generate an output signal to drive a transistor. 1. A system for driving a transistor , the system comprising:a floating-voltage generator configured to receive a first bias voltage and generate a floating voltage, the floating-voltage generator being further configured to change the floating voltage if the first bias voltage changes and to maintain the floating voltage to be lower than the first bias voltage by a first predetermined value in magnitude;a first driving circuit configured to receive an input signal, the first bias voltage and the floating voltage;a second driving circuit configured to receive the input signal, a second bias voltage and a third bias voltage, the first driving circuit and the second driving circuit being configured to generate an output signal to drive a transistor;wherein:the first driving circuit includes a first driving transistor, the first driving transistor being configured to receive the first bias voltage and a first gate signal, the first gate signal being associated with at least the input signal, the first bias voltage, and the floating voltage;the second driving circuit includes a second driving transistor, the ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS WITH PREDICTION MECHANISMS FOR SYNCHRONIZATION RECTIFIER CONTROLLERS

System controller and method for regulating a power converter. For example, the system controller includes a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal. The system controller is configured to receive, at the first controller terminal, an input signal, generate a drive signal based at least in part on the input signal, and output, at the second controller terminal, the drive signal to a switch to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power converter. The system controller is further configured to detect a first duration of a demagnetization period associated with the secondary winding based at least in part on the input signal, determine a second duration of a time period for the drive signal based at least in part on the first duration, and keep the drive signal at a first logic level during the entire time period. 1. A system controller for regulating a power converter , the system controller comprising:a first controller terminal; anda second controller terminal; receive, at the first controller terminal, an input signal;', 'generate a drive signal based at least in part on the input signal; and', 'output, at the second controller terminal, the drive signal to a switch to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power converter;, 'wherein the system controller is configured to detect a first duration of a demagnetization period associated with the secondary winding based at least in part on the input signal, the demagnetization period including a first beginning and a first end;', 'determine a second duration of a time period for the drive signal based at least in part on the first duration, the time period including a second beginning and a second end, the second end being after the first end; and', 'keep the drive signal at a first logic level during the entire time period to keep the switch closed during the entire time period., 'wherein the system controller is further configured to2. The system ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS WITH TIMING CONTROL FOR SYNCHRONIZATION RECTIFIER CONTROLLERS

System controller and method for regulating a power converter. For example, the system controller includes a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal. The system controller is configured to: receive, at the first controller terminal, an input signal; generate a drive signal based at least in part on the input signal, the drive signal being associated with an on-time period and an off-time period, the on-time period including a first beginning and a first end; and output, at the second controller terminal, the drive signal to a switch to close the switch during the on-time period and open the switch during the off-time period to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power converter. The system controller is further configured to detect a demagnetization period associated with the secondary winding based at least in part on the input signal. 118.-. (canceled)19. A method for regulating a power converter , the method comprising:receiving an input signal;generating a drive signal based at least in part on the input signal, the drive signal being associated with an on-time period and an off-time period, the on-time period including a first beginning and a first end; andoutputting the drive signal to a switch to close the switch during the on-time period and open the switch during the off-time period to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power converter; detecting a demagnetization period associated with the secondary winding based at least in part on the input signal, the demagnetization period including a second beginning and a second end, the second beginning being the same as the first beginning, the second end following the first end;', 'determining a time duration from the first end to the second end, the time duration minus a first predetermined duration being equal to a duration difference; and', 'increasing the on-time period from a first duration to a second duration based at least in part on the ...

PRESSURE SENSITIVE ADHESIVES PREPARED FROM MALEATED VEGETABLE OILS AND EXPOXIDIZED VEGETABLE OILS

A method that includes reacting an epoxidized naturally-occurring oil or fat with a triacid to form a pressure sensitive adhesive or a pressure sensitive adhesive precursor is disclosed. The present invention also includes methods for preparing a triacid and for preparing a pressure sensitive adhesive label or tape. 1. A method comprising:combining one or more epoxidized naturally-occurring oils or fats with at least one triacid to form a reaction mixture, andapplying heat to the reaction mixture to form pressure sensitive adhesive.2. The method of wherein the naturally occurring oil or fat is selected from one or more of soybean oil claim 1 , palm oil claim 1 , olive oil claim 1 , corn oil claim 1 , canola oil claim 1 , linseed oil claim 1 , rapeseed oil claim 1 , castor oil claim 1 , coconut oil claim 1 , cottonseed oil claim 1 , palm kernel oil claim 1 , rice bran oil claim 1 , safflower oil claim 1 , sesame oil claim 1 , sunflower oil claim 1 , tall oil claim 1 , lard claim 1 , tallow claim 1 , fish oil and fats or oils from algae.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising adding a catalyst to the reaction mixture claim 1 , wherein the catalyst comprises a compound selected from the group consisting of amines claim 1 , imidazoles claim 1 , phenols claim 1 , and metal complexes.4. The method of wherein the catalysts are selected from the group consisting of dimethyl benzyl amine claim 3 , triethylamine claim 3 , triethanolamine claim 3 , 2-ethyl-4-methylimidazole claim 3 , 2 claim 3 ,4 claim 3 ,6-tris(dimethylaminomethyl)phenol claim 3 , and chromium acetylacetonate.5. The method of wherein the reaction mixture comprises a weight ratio of triacids to epoxidized naturally-occurring oils and fats in the range of about 1:1 to about 5.5:1.6. The method of wherein the reaction mixture comprises a weight ratio of triacids to epoxidized naturally-occurring oils and fats in the range of about 3.5:1 to about 5.0:1.7. The method of wherein the reaction mixture comprises ...

NATURAL GAS HYDRATE-BEARING SEDIMENT INTERGRANULAR MICRO-FORCE TESTING DEVICE AND TESTING METHOD THEREOF

The present invention discloses a natural gas hydrate-bearing sediment intergranular micro-force testing device and a testing method thereof. The testing device comprises: a high pressure reactor, a natural gas cylinder, a natural gas buffer tank, a condensate circulation device, a water source and a gas-liquid saturated tank, wherein a gas inlet of the natural gas buffer tank communicates with the natural gas cylinder through a first pipeline, a gas outlet of the natural gas buffer tank communicates with a gas inlet of the high pressure reactor through a second pipeline, a water inlet of the high pressure reactor communicates with a water outlet of the gas-liquid saturated tank through a third pipeline, a water inlet of the gas-liquid saturated tank communicates with the water source through a fourth pipeline, the gas outlet of the natural gas buffer tank communicates with the fourth pipeline through a fifth pipeline. 1. A natural gas hydrate-bearing sediment intergranular micro-force testing device , comprising: a high pressure reactor , a natural gas cylinder , a natural gas buffer tank , a condensate circulation device , a water source and a gas-liquid saturated tank , wherein a gas inlet of the natural gas buffer tank communicates with the natural gas cylinder through a first pipeline , a gas outlet of the natural gas buffer tank communicates with a gas inlet of the high pressure reactor through a second pipeline , a water inlet of the high pressure reactor communicates with a water outlet of the gas-liquid saturated tank through a third pipeline , a water inlet of the gas-liquid saturated tank communicates with the water source through a fourth pipeline , the gas outlet of the natural gas buffer tank communicates with the fourth pipeline through a fifth pipeline , the high pressure reactor is provided with a cantilever testing module and a granule fixing module , the cantilever testing module includes a cantilever , a tension sensor and a nano-displacement ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REGULATING POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS WITH OUTPUT DETECTION AND SYNCHRONIZED RECTIFYING MECHANISMS

System controller and method for regulating a power converter. For example, the system controller includes a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal. The system controller is configured to receive an input signal at the first controller terminal and generate a drive signal at the second controller terminal based at least in part on the input signal to turn on or off a transistor in order to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power converter. Additionally, the system controller is further configured to determine whether the input signal remains larger than a first threshold for a first time period that is equal to or longer than a first predetermined duration. 114.-. (canceled)15. A system controller for regulating a power converter , the system controller comprising:a first controller terminal; anda second controller terminal; receive an input signal at the first controller terminal; and', 'generate a drive signal at the second controller terminal based at least in part on the input signal to turn on or off a transistor in order to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power converter;, 'wherein the system controller is configured to determine whether the input signal remains larger than a first threshold for a first time period that is equal to or longer than a first predetermined duration; and', 'determine whether the input signal remains larger than a second threshold for a second time period that is equal to or longer than a second predetermined duration, the second threshold being smaller than the first threshold, the second predetermined duration being longer than the first predetermined duration;, 'wherein the system controller is further configured towherein the system controller is further configured to, in response to the input signal not being determined to remain larger than the first threshold for the first time period that is equal to or longer than the first predetermined duration and ...

Systems and Methods for Over-Temperature Protection and Over-Voltage Protection for Power Conversion Systems

Systems and methods are provided for protecting a power conversion system. A system controller includes a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal. The first controller terminal is configured to provide a drive signal to close and open a switch to affect a first current flowing through a primary winding of a power conversion system. The second controller terminal is configured to receive first input signals during one or more first switching periods and receive second input signals during one or more second switching periods. The system controller is configured to determine whether a temperature associated with the power conversion system is larger than a predetermined temperature threshold, and in response to the temperature associated with the power conversion system being larger than the predetermined temperature threshold, generate the drive signal to cause the switch open and remain open to protect the power conversion system. 1. A system controller for protecting a power conversion system , the system controller comprising:a first controller terminal configured to provide a drive signal to close and open a switch to affect a first current flowing through a primary winding of a power conversion system, the drive signal being associated with one or more switching periods including one or more first switching periods and one or more second switching periods; anda second controller terminal configured to receive one or more first input signals during the one or more first switching periods and receive one or more second input signals during the one or more second switching periods; process information associated with the first input signals;', 'determine whether a temperature associated with the power conversion system is larger than a predetermined temperature threshold based on at least information associated with the first input signals; and', 'in response to the temperature associated with the power conversion system being larger than the ...

Two Stage Methods for Processing Adhesives and Related Compositions

Methods for forming melt processable, actinic radiation polymerizable and crosslinkable adhesives are described. In certain versions, the adhesives or pre-adhesive compositions include two initiators and are polymerized and/or crosslinked by exposure to actinic radiation such as UV light or electron beam radiation. Also described are pre-adhesive compositions including polymerizable monomers, articles including the adhesives, and various methods and systems related to the adhesives and their application. In addition, various apparatuses are described for polymerizing or crosslinking the compositions. 1. An acrylate melt processable pre-adhesive composition comprising:at least one acrylate polymer, the at least one acrylate polymer if formed using actinic radiation polymerization;an actinic radiation initiator for at least partially crosslinking the polymer, the initiator being a photoinitiator moiety covalently bound to the pre-adhesive polymer backbone, the initiator activatable upon exposure to actinic radiation corresponding to the activation wavelength of the initiator.2. The composition of wherein the pre-adhesive composition prior to activation of the initiator exhibits a viscosity within a range of from 1 claim 1 ,000 cps to 80 claim 1 ,000 cps at a temperature within a range of from 110° C. to 180° C.3. The composition of wherein the pre-adhesive composition exhibits a viscosity within a range of from 30 claim 1 ,000 cps to 40 claim 1 ,000 cps at a temperature within a range of from 120° C. to 140° C.4. The composition of wherein the pre-adhesive composition exhibits a viscosity within a range of from 40 claim 1 ,000 cps to 50 claim 1 ,000 cps at a temperature within a range of from 120° C. to 140° C.5. The composition of wherein the pre-adhesive composition exhibits a viscosity within a range of from 1 claim 1 ,000 cps to 15 claim 1 ,000 cps at a temperature within a range of from 110° C. to 130° C.6. The composition of wherein the pre-adhesive composition ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DIMMING CONTROL WITH CAPACITIVE LOADS

System and method for dimming control. The system includes a system controller including a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal, a transistor including a first transistor terminal, a second transistor terminal and a third transistor terminal, and a resistor including a first resistor terminal and a second resistor terminal. The system controller is configured to generate a first signal at the first controller terminal based on an input signal and to generate a second signal at the second controller terminal based on the first signal. The first transistor terminal is coupled to the second controller terminal. The first resistor terminal is coupled to the second transistor terminal. The second resistor terminal is coupled to the third transistor terminal. The transistor is configured to receive the second signal at the first transistor terminal and to change between two conditions in response to the second signal. 131.-. (canceled)32. A method for dimming control , the method comprising:receiving an input signal;processing information associated with the input signal;generating a first signal based on at least information associated with the input signal;processing information associated with the first signal;generating a second signal based on at least information associated with the first signal;receiving the second signal at a transistor; andchanging the transistor between a first condition and a second condition based on at least information associated with the second signal; the first signal is at a first logic level during a first period of time and changes between the first logic level and a second logic level during a second period of time, the second period of time including a third period of time and a fourth period of time;', 'the second signal keeps at the second logic level during the first period of time and the third period of time; and', 'the second signal changes from the second logic level to the first logic level after the ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENHANCING DYNAMIC RESPONSE OF POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS

System and method for regulating a power conversion system. For example, a system controller for regulating a power conversion system includes an amplifier, a variable-resistance component, a capacitor, and a modulation and drive component. The amplifier is configured to receive a reference signal and a feedback signal associated with an output signal of the power conversion system, the amplifier including an amplifier terminal. The variable-resistance component is associated with a first variable resistance value, the variable-resistance component including a first component terminal and a second component terminal, the first component terminal being coupled with the amplifier terminal. The capacitor includes a first capacitor terminal and a second capacitor terminal, the first capacitor terminal being coupled with the second component terminal. The modulation and drive component includes a first terminal and a second terminal, the first terminal being coupled with the amplifier terminal. 1. A system controller for regulating a power conversion system , the system controller comprising:a first amplifier configured to receive a reference signal and a feedback signal associated with an output signal of the power conversion system, the first amplifier including an amplifier terminal;a variable-resistance component associated with a first variable resistance value, the variable-resistance component including a first component terminal and a second component terminal, the first component terminal being coupled with the amplifier terminal;a first capacitor including a first capacitor terminal and a second capacitor terminal, the first capacitor terminal being coupled with the second component terminal; anda modulation and drive component including a first terminal and a second terminal, the first terminal being coupled with the amplifier terminal, the modulation and drive component being configured to output a drive signal at the second terminal to a switch in order to ...

SWITCH-MODE POWER CONVERTERS USING HALL EFFECT SENSORS AND METHODS THEREOF

System and method for transmitting and receiving. For example, the system includes a transmitter, one or more wires, and a receiver connected to the transmitter through the one or more wires. The transmitter is configured to generate a first current, and the receiver is configured to receive the first current. The receiver includes a coil, a Hall effect sensor, and a comparator, and the Hall effect sensor includes a first electrode and a second electrode. The coil is electrically isolated from the Hall effect sensor and configured to generate a magnetic field based at least in part on the first current flowing through the coil, and the Hall effect sensor is configured to sense the magnetic field and generate a first voltage at the first electrode and a second voltage at the second electrode. The comparator includes a first input terminal and a second input terminal. 15.-. (canceled)6. A system for a power converter , the system comprising:a first controller system including a first controller and a transmitter;one or more wires; anda second controller system connected to the first controller system through the one or more wires, the second controller system including a second controller and a receiver; [ output a first control signal to a first switch to affect a first current flowing through a primary winding of a power converter; and', 'generate an input signal; and, 'the first controller is configured to, 'the transmitter is configured to receive the input signal and generate a current in response to the input signal;, 'wherein the receiver includes a coil configured to generate a magnetic field based at least in part on the current flowing through the coil, a Hall effect sensor configured to sense the magnetic field, and a comparator configured to receive a first sensor voltage and a second sensor voltage from the Hall effect sensor; and', 'the receiver is configured to receive the current and generate an output signal based at least in part on the current;, ' ...

RELIABLE NON-VOLATILE MEMORY DEVICE

Device and method for forming a device are disclosed. The method includes providing a substrate prepared with a memory cell region having a pair of non-volatile memory cells with a split gate. A split gate includes first and second gates. The first gate is an access gate and the second gate is a storage gate with a control gate over a floating gate. A common second S/D region is disposed adjacent to second gates of the first and second memory cells and first S/D regions are disposed adjacent to the first gates of the first and second memory cells. An erase gate is disposed over the common second S/D region. The erase gate is isolated by the second S/D and second gates by dielectric layers. A silicide block is disposed over the memory cell pair, covering the erase gate at least portions of the second gates of the memory cells. 1. A method for forming a device comprising:providing a substrate prepared with a memory cell region; and forming a first cell gate of the first memory cell,', 'forming a second cell gate of the second memory cell, wherein each of the first and second cell gates comprises a split gate having first and second gates, the first gate is an access gate and the second gate is a storage gate having a control gate over a floating gate,', 'performing an over etch to ensure that a second gate dielectric layer unprotected by the control gate is completely removed,', forming an erase gate dielectric on the second S/D region,', 'forming an erase gate over the erase gate dielectric and between the first and second cell gates, wherein the erase gate is separated from the second gates by second gate sidewall dielectrics disposed on sidewalls of the second gates; and, 'forming a second source/drain (S/D) region between the second gates of the first and second cell gates, the second S/D region is a common second S/D region for the first and second cell gates, the second S/D region serves as a common source line for the first and second memory cells,'}], 'forming ...

TWO-TERMINAL INTEGRATED CIRCUITS WITH TIME-VARYING VOLTAGE-CURRENT CHARACTERISTICS INCLUDING PHASED-LOCKED POWER SUPPLIES

A two-terminal IC chip and method thereof. For example, a two-terminal IC chip includes a first chip terminal and a second chip terminal. A first terminal voltage is a voltage of the first chip terminal, a second terminal voltage is a voltage of the second chip terminal, and a chip voltage is equal to a difference between the first terminal voltage and the second terminal voltage. The chip is configured to allow a chip current to flow into the chip at the first chip terminal and out of the chip at the second chip terminal, or to flow into the chip at the second chip terminal and out of the chip at the first chip terminal. The chip current is larger than or equal to zero in magnitude. The chip is further configured to change a relationship between the chip voltage and the chip current with respect to time. The chip is an integrated circuit, and the chip does not include any additional chip terminal other than the first chip terminal and the second chip terminal. 1. A two-terminal IC chip , the chip comprising:a first chip terminal; anda second chip terminal; a first terminal voltage is a voltage of the first chip terminal;', 'a second terminal voltage is a voltage of the second chip terminal; and', 'a chip voltage is equal to a difference between the first terminal voltage and the second terminal voltage;, 'whereinwherein the chip is configured to allow a chip current to flow into the chip at the first chip terminal and out of the chip at the second chip terminal, or to flow into the chip at the second chip terminal and out of the chip at the first chip terminal, the chip current being larger than or equal to zero in magnitude;wherein the chip is further configured to change a relationship between the chip voltage and the chip current with respect to time; the chip is an integrated circuit; and', 'the chip does not include any additional chip terminal other than the first chip terminal and the second chip terminal., 'wherein2. The two-terminal IC chip of is further ...

CATHODE FORMED USING AQUEOUS SLURRY

In one embodiment, a positive electrode is formed by a process that includes forming a slurry including particles dispersed within a liquid from a electrode formulation and the liquid such that the particles have a particle size distribution Dof 15 microns or less, coating the slurry on a collector; and drying the coated collector to form the positive electrode. The electrode formulation includes an electrode active material, a conductive carbon source, an organic polymeric binder, and a water-soluble polymer. The liquid consists essentially of water or a mixture of water and an alcohol. When the liquid consists essentially of the mixture, the alcohol is present in an amount of less than 10% by weight, based on the weight of the slurry. When the liquid consists essentially of water, the slurry is formed from the electrode formulation, the liquid, and an arene-capped polyoxoethylene surfactant. 1. A method of making a positive electrode , comprising:coating a slurry on a collector, the slurry being formed from an electrode formulation and a liquid such that the slurry comprises particles dispersed within the liquid; and 'wherein the electrode formulation comprises at least one electrode active material, a conductive carbon source, an organic polymeric binder, and a water-soluble polymer, and wherein the liquid consists essentially of a mixture of water and an alcohol, wherein the alcohol is present in an amount of less than 10% by weight, based on the weight of the slurry.', 'drying the coating on the collector to form the positive electrode;'}2. The method of claim 1 , comprising forming the slurry without the use of a surfactant.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the electrode active material comprises a mixed metal composition comprising lithium claim 1 , nickel claim 1 , manganese claim 1 , and cobalt ions.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the alcohol has between 1 and 4 carbons.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the alcohol is 1-propanol.6. The method of claim ...

MOBILE PHONE-BASED MINIATURE MICROSCOPIC IMAGE ACQUISITION DEVICE AND IMAGE STITCHING AND RECOGNITION METHODS

A mobile phone-based miniature microscopic image acquisition device, and image stitching and recognition methods are provided. The acquisition device comprises a support, wherein a mobile phone fixing table is provided on the support. A microscope head is provided below a camera of a mobile phone. A slide holder is provided below the microscope head, and an lighting source is provided below the slide holder. A scanning movement is performed between the slide holder and the microscope head along X and Y axes, so that images of a slide are acquired into the mobile phone. The slide sample images acquired into the mobile phone can be stitched and recognized, and can be uploaded to the cloud to be processed by cloud AI, thereby significantly improving the accuracy and efficiency of cell recognition, greatly reducing the medical cost, and ensuring more remote medical institutions can apply such technology for diagnosis. 14. A mobile phone-based miniature microscopic image acquisition device , comprising a support () , wherein ,{'b': 1', '4', '11, 'a mobile phone fixing table () is provided on the support () for fixing a mobile phone ();'}{'b': 3', '11', '5', '3', '8', '5, 'a microscope head () is provided below a camera of the mobile phone (), a slide holder () is provided below the microscope head (), and a lighting source () is provided below the slide holder (); and'}{'b': 5', '3', '7', '11, 'a scanning movement is performed between the slide holder () and the microscope head () along X axis and Y axis, so that images of a slide () are collected into the mobile phone (),'}{'b': 3', '32', '1', '32', '1', '32', '11, 'the microscope head () comprises a cantilever rod () mounted on the mobile phone fixing table (), one end of the cantilever rod () is fixedly connected to the mobile phone fixing table (), and a microscope lens is provided on the other end of the cantilever rod (); and the microphone lens is located below the camera of the mobile phone (),'}{'b': 1', '108', ...

TWO-TERMINAL INTEGRATED CIRCUITS WITH TIME-VARYING VOLTAGE-CURRENT CHARACTERISTICS INCLUDING PHASED-LOCKED POWER SUPPLIES

A two-terminal IC chip and method thereof. For example, a two-terminal IC chip includes a first chip terminal, a second chip terminal, a first switch configured to receive a control signal, a first capacitor coupled to the first switch, a second switch configured to receive the control signal, a second capacitor coupled to the second switch, a third switch configured to receive the control signal, and a third capacitor coupled to the third switch. A first terminal voltage is a voltage of the first chip terminal, a second terminal voltage is a voltage of the second chip terminal, and a chip voltage is equal to a difference between the first terminal voltage and the second terminal voltage. 1. A two-terminal IC chip , the chip comprising:a first chip terminal;a second chip terminal;a first switch configured to receive a control signal;a first capacitor coupled to the first switch;a second switch configured to receive the control signal;a second capacitor coupled to the second switch;a third switch configured to receive the control signal;a third capacitor coupled to the third switch; a first terminal voltage is a voltage of the first chip terminal;', 'a second terminal voltage is a voltage of the second chip terminal; and', 'a chip voltage is equal to a difference between the first terminal voltage and the second terminal voltage;, 'whereinwherein the chip is configured to allow a chip current to flow into the chip at the first chip terminal and out of the chip at the second chip terminal, or to flow into the chip at the second chip terminal and out of the chip at the first chip terminal, the chip current being larger than or equal to zero in magnitude; closed during a first time duration in response to the control signal; and', 'open during a second time duration in response to the control signal;, 'wherein the first switch is further configured to be in response to the first switch being closed, receive a first supply voltage through the first switch during the ...

Systems and methods for regulating power conversion systems with output detection and synchronized rectifying mechanisms

System and method for regulating a power conversion system. A system controller for regulating a power conversion system includes a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal. Additionally, the system controller is configured to receive an input signal at the first controller terminal, and generate a drive signal at the second controller terminal based at least in part on the input signal to turn on or off a transistor in order to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power conversion system. Moreover, the system controller is further configured to determine whether the input signal is larger than a first threshold at a first time, in response to the input signal being determined to be larger than the first threshold at the first time, determine whether the input signal is smaller than a second threshold at a second time.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REGULATING POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS WITH OUTPUT DETECTION AND SYNCHRONIZED RECTIFYING MECHANISMS

System and method for regulating a power conversion system. An example system controller includes: a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal. The system controller is configured to: receive an input signal at the first controller terminal and generate a first drive signal at the second controller terminal based on at least information associated with the input signal to turn on or off a transistor to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power conversion system. The system controller is further configured to: in response to the input signal changing from a first value larger than a first threshold to a second value smaller than the first threshold, change the first drive signal from a first logic level to a second logic level to turn on the transistor. 1. A system controller for regulating a power conversion system , the system controller comprising:a first controller terminal; anda second controller terminal; receive an input signal at the first controller terminal; and', 'generate a first drive signal at the second controller terminal based on at least information associated with the input signal to turn on or off a transistor to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power conversion system;, 'wherein the system controller is configured to in response to the input signal changing from a first value larger than a first threshold to a second value smaller than the first threshold, change the first drive signal from a first logic level to a second logic level to turn on the transistor;', 'in response to the input signal changing from the second value to a second threshold, change the first drive signal to keep the input signal approximately at the second threshold; and', 'in response to the input signal becoming larger than a third threshold, generate the first drive signal at the first logic level to turn off the transistor., 'wherein the system controller is further configured to2. The system controller ...

MINIATURE MICROSCOPIC CELL IMAGE ACQUISITION DEVICE AND IMAGE RECOGNITION METHOD

A miniature microscopic cell image acquisition device and an image recognition method are provided. The miniature microscopic cell image acquisition device comprises a support, wherein a movable module platform is provided on the support, and a camera module is provided on the module platform. A microscope head that is relatively fixed is provided below a camera of the camera module, a slide holder is provided below the microscope head, and a lighting source is provided below the slide holder. A scanning drive module is provided between the slide holder and the camera module to perform a scanning movement along X and Y axes, so that the slide holder and the camera module make a scanning movement along the X and Y axes, and images of a slide are acquired by the camera module in a scanning manner. 14. A miniature microscopic cell image acquisition device , comprising a support () , wherein{'b': 2', '4', '1', '2, 'a movable module platform () is provided on the support (), and a camera module () is provided on the module platform ();'}{'b': 3', '111', '1', '5', '3', '8', '5, 'a microscope head () that is relatively fixed is provided below a camera () of the camera module (), a slide holder () is provided below the microscope head (), and a lighting source () is provided below the slide holder (); and'}{'b': 5', '1', '5', '1', '7', '1, 'a scanning drive module is provided between the slide holder () and the camera module () to perform a scanning movement along X axis and Y axis, so that the slide holder () and the camera module () make a scanning movement along the X axis and Y axis, and images of a slide () are collected by the camera module () in a scanning manner.'}2. The miniature microscopic cell image acquisition device according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 ,{'b': 3', '32', '2', '32', '2, 'the microscope head () comprises a cantilever rod () mounted on the module platform (), one end of the cantilever rod () is fixedly connected to the module platform (), and a ...

SWITCHING CONTROLLERS AND METHODS FOR LOADS

System controller and method for providing at least an output voltage. For example, the system controller includes a first controller terminal configured to receive an input voltage. The input voltage is associated with an input-voltage magnitude. Additionally, the system controller includes a second controller terminal configured to receive a control voltage, and a third controller terminal configured to output an output voltage to a load. Moreover, the system controller includes a supply voltage generator configured to receive the input voltage from the first controller terminal and generate a supply voltage. The supply voltage is associated with a supply voltage magnitude. Also, the system controller includes a ramp voltage generator configured to receive the supply voltage and generate a ramp voltage. 18.-. (canceled)9. A system controller for providing at least an output voltage , the system controller comprising:a first controller terminal configured to receive an input voltage;a second controller terminal configured to receive a control voltage;a third controller terminal configured to output an output voltage;a fourth controller terminal biased to a predetermined voltage;a transistor including a gate terminal, a drain terminal and a source terminal, the drain terminal being connected to the first controller terminal, the source terminal being connected to the third controller terminal;a first resistor including a first resistor terminal and a second resistor terminal, the first resistor terminal being connected to the third controller terminal;a second resistor including a third resistor terminal and a fourth resistor terminal, the third resistor terminal being connected to the second resistor terminal, the fourth resistor terminal being connected to the fourth controller terminal;a third resistor including a fifth resistor terminal and a sixth resistor terminal, the fifth resistor terminal being configured to receive a first voltage related to the output ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR HIGH PRECISION AND/OR LOW LOSS REGULATION OF OUTPUT CURRENTS OF POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS

Systems and methods are provided for signal processing. An example error amplifier for processing a reference signal and an input signal associated with a current of a power conversion system includes a first operational amplifier, a second operational amplifier, a first transistor, a second transistor, a current mirror component, a switch, a first resistor and a second resistor. The first operational amplifier includes a first input terminal, a second input terminal and a first output terminal, the first input terminal being configured to receive a reference signal. The first transistor includes a first transistor terminal, a second transistor terminal and a third transistor terminal, the first transistor terminal being configured to receive a first amplified signal from the first output terminal, the third transistor terminal being coupled to the second input terminal. 1. An error amplifier for processing a reference signal and an input signal associated with a current of a power conversion system , the error amplifier comprising:a first operational amplifier including a first input terminal, a second input terminal and a first output terminal, the first input terminal being configured to receive a reference signal;a first transistor including a first transistor terminal, a second transistor terminal and a third transistor terminal, the first transistor terminal being configured to receive a first amplified signal from the first output terminal, the third transistor terminal being coupled to the second input terminal;a second operational amplifier including a third input terminal, a fourth input terminal and a second output terminal, the third input terminal being configured to receive an input signal associated with a current flowing through a primary winding of a power conversion system;a second transistor including a fourth transistor terminal, a fifth transistor terminal and a sixth transistor terminal, the fourth transistor terminal being configured to ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR HIGH PRECISION AND/OR LOW LOSS REGULATION OF OUTPUT CURRENTS OF POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS

Systems and methods are provided for signal processing. An example error amplifier for processing a reference signal and an input signal associated with a current of a power conversion system includes a first operational amplifier, a second operational amplifier, a first transistor, a second transistor, a current mirror component, a switch, a first resistor and a second resistor. The first operational amplifier includes a first input terminal, a second input terminal and a first output terminal, the first input terminal being configured to receive a reference signal. The first transistor includes a first transistor terminal, a second transistor terminal and a third transistor terminal, the first transistor terminal being configured to receive a first amplified signal from the first output terminal, the third transistor terminal being coupled to the second input terminal. 115.-. (canceled)16. A system controller for regulating a power conversion system , the system controller comprising:a first controller terminal configured to receive a first voltage associated with a first current, the first current being related to an input voltage of a power conversion system;a compensation component coupled to the first controller terminal and configured to, if the first voltage satisfies one or more first conditions, generate a compensation current based on at least information associated with the first current;a second controller terminal coupled to the compensation component and configured to provide a compensation voltage based on at least information associated with the compensation current, the compensation voltage being equal in magnitude to the compensation current multiplied by a compensation resistance, the compensation resistance being associated with a compensation resistor;a current sensing component configured to receive a second voltage and generate an output signal, the second voltage being equal to a sum of a third voltage and the compensation voltage in ...

Systems and methods for application controlled network selection between narrowband and broadband wireless networks

A method, apparatus, and system for application controlled network selection between a broadband network and a narrowband network include operating an application with an end device with a narrowband connection to the end device; acquiring a source broadband connection comprising a source broadband network address; negotiating a peer-to-peer broadband connection with the end device utilizing the narrowband connection to communicate the source broadband network address; utilizing the peer-to-peer broadband connection for data associated with the application responsive to successful negotiating; and managing the peer-to-peer broadband connection using the narrowband connection as a control channel therefor. The narrowband connection can include Digital Mobile Radio (DMR), Land Mobile Radio (LMR), Project 25 (P25), Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA), or the like.

Two Stage Methods for Processing Adhesives and Related Compositions

Methods for forming melt processable, actinic radiation polymerizable and crosslinkable adhesives are described. In certain versions, the adhesives or pre-adhesive compositions include two initiators and are polymerized and/or crosslinked by exposure to actinic radiation such as UV light or electron beam radiation. Also described are pre-adhesive compositions including polymerizable monomers, articles including the adhesives, and various methods and systems related to the adhesives and their application. In addition, various apparatuses are described for polymerizing or crosslinking the compositions. 1. A method of forming an adhesive , the method comprising:providing a composition including at least one monomer having one or more ethylenically unsaturated bonds, a first actinic radiation initiator, and a second actinic radiation initiator, wherein the second initiator is substantially non-photoactive at activation wavelength(s) of the first initiator;at least partially polymerizing the composition by exposing the composition to radiation having wavelengths corresponding to the activation wavelength(s) of the first initiator;at least partially crosslinking the composition to thereby form the adhesive by exposing the composition to radiation having wavelengths corresponding to the activation wavelength(s) of the second initiator;wherein the composition is free of solvents.2. The method of whereby the at least partially polymerizing the composition is performed by irradiating the composition with UV radiation.3. The method of whereby the at least partially polymerizing the composition is performed by irradiating the composition with electron beam radiation.4. The method of whereby the at least partially crosslinking the composition is performed by irradiating the composition with UV radiation5. The method of whereby the at least partially crosslinking the composition is performed by irradiating the composition with electron beam radiation.6. The method of wherein the ...

COMPOSTIBLE FILMS AND COMPOSTIBLE LABELS

Mono-layer and multi-layer compostable films are provided. The multi-layered compostable films may generally include a core layer fabricated from one or more compostable resins. Multi-layer compostable films may include at least one skin layer fabricated from the same or different compostable resin used to fabricate the core layer. Also provided are labels formed from such compostable films in combination with aqueous dispersions of bio-based pressure sensitive adhesives. These labels have many possible applications, such as labels for a variety of fruits. 1. A label , comprising:a film having a facestock layer including a compostable material and an anti-blocking agent, the facestock layer including at least a first surface; andan adhesive layer comprising an adhesive material positioned at least one of proximate or adjacent to at least a portion of the first surface of the facestock layer.2. The label according to claim 1 , wherein the anti-blocking agent includes a mineral anti-blocking agent comprising silica or diatomaceous earth or an organic anti-blocking agent including polymethylmethacrylate claim 1 , wherein the anti-blocking agent includes from about 0.01 to about 10% by weight of the facestock layer.3. The label according to claim 1 , wherein the compostable material includes polylactide (PLA).4. The label according to claim 1 , wherein the compostable material includes an aliphatic-aromatic copolyester.5. The label according to claim 1 , wherein the compostable material includes a blend of PLA and an aliphatic-aromatic copolyester.6. The label according to claim 1 , wherein the compostable material includes a polybutylene adipate co-terephthalate (PBAT).7. The label according to claim 1 , wherein the compostable material includes a blend of PLA and a PBAT.8. The label according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesive material is an aqueous-based dispersion having a discontinuous phase including a plurality of bio-based prepolymer particulates dispersed ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ADJUSTING ONE OR MORE THRESHOLDS IN POWER CONVERTERS

System controller and method for a power converter. For example, the system controller includes a first current controller configured to receive a first input signal and generate a first output signal based at least in part on the first input signal, a second current controller configured to receive a compensation signal and a second input signal and generate a second output signal based at least in part on the second input signal, and a drive signal generator configured to receive the first output signal and the second output signal, generate a first drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal, and generate a second drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal. 1. A system controller for a power converter , the system controller comprising:a first current controller configured to receive a first input signal and generate a first output signal based at least in part on the first input signal;a second current controller configured to receive a compensation signal and a second input signal and generate a second output signal based at least in part on the second input signal; anda drive signal generator configured to receive the first output signal and the second output signal, generate a first drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal, and generate a second drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal; the first current controller is configured to, in response to the first input signal becoming equal to or larger than a first threshold, change the first output signal from a first logic level to a second logic level; and', 'the second current controller is configured to, in response to the second input signal becoming equal to or smaller than a second threshold, change the second output signal from the first logic level to the second logic level;, 'wherein in response to the first ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ADJUSTING ONE OR MORE THRESHOLDS IN POWER CONVERTERS

System controller and method for a power converter. For example, the system controller includes a first current controller configured to receive a first input signal and generate a first output signal based at least in part on the first input signal, a second current controller configured to receive a compensation signal and a second input signal and generate a second output signal based at least in part on the second input signal, and a drive signal generator configured to receive the first output signal and the second output signal, generate a first drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal, and generate a second drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal. 114.-. (canceled)15. A system controller for a power converter , the system controller comprising:a first current controller configured to receive a first input signal and generate a first output signal based at least in part on the first input signal;a second current controller configured to receive a second input signal, generate a second output signal based at least in part on the second input signal, and generate a third output signal;an output signal generator configured to receive a third input signal, the third output signal and the second output signal, and generate a fourth output signal based at least in part on the third input signal, the third output signal and the second output signal; anda drive signal generator configured to receive the first output signal and the fourth output signal, generate a first drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the fourth output signal, and generate a second drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the fourth output signal; the first current controller is configured to, in response to the first input signal becoming equal to or larger than a first threshold, change the first output signal from a first logic level to a ...

ELECTRONIC SNORE-CEASING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR SNORE-CEASING

An electronic snore-ceasing device comprising an electroic snore-ceasing device body () and a working module (), the electronic snore-ceasing device body () comprises an ear-hook () and an ear plug () jointed together with the ear-hook (), the working module () is located inside the ear-hook () and the ear plug (); the working module () comprises a snore collecting circuit (), a control circuit () taking a MCU as a core thereof, a warning circuit (), and a power supply circuit (); when the control circuit () determines that a received sound signal and vibration signal reach their respective threshold values, the control circuit () transmitts a control signal to the warning circuit () located inside the ear plug (), thereby activating the warning circuit () to generate a sound stimulation signal, a vibration stimulation signal or an electrode stimulation signal that does not wake the user up in sleep to suppress snores. A low power consumption electric circuit is adopted in the electronic snore-ceasing device for detecting snores of the patient in real-time, snores of the patient and vibrations caused by snores of the patient can be collected accurately, meanwhile, stimulation effects can be monitored in real-time, thereby achieving an effect of snore-ceasing, so that the snore patient can get a high sleep quality. 12. An electronic snore-ceasing device , comprising a snore-ceasing device body and a working module () received therein , wherein:{'b': 1', '11', '12', '11', '12', '2', '11', '12, 'the body () comprises an ear-hook () that is suitable to be hung on an auricle of a user, and an ear plug () that is suitable to be placed inside an earhole of the user, the ear-hook () and the ear plug () are jointed together; the working module () is placed inside an inner cavity formed by the ear-hook () and the ear plug ();'}{'b': 2', '21', '22', '23', '24', '21', '23', '22', '24', '21', '22', '23', '21', '22', '22', '22', '23', '12', '23, 'the working module () comprises a ...

Pressure Sensitive Adhesives Including (Meth)Acrylates and Rubber

Pressure sensitive adhesives are described which comprise a composition of (i) one or more rubber components, (ii) one or more (meth)acrylate monomer(s), and (iii) free radical initiators. In some aspects, the rubber component is selected from the group consisting of ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber, polyisobutylene rubber, farnesene compound, and combinations thereof. Also described are articles including the pressure sensitive adhesives and methods of forming the pressure sensitive adhesives.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VOLTAGE CONTROL AND CURRENT CONTROL OF POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS WITH MULTIPLE OPERATION MODES

System and method for regulating a power conversion system. A system controller for regulating a power conversion system includes an operation-mode-selection component and a driving component. The operation-mode-selection component is configured to receive a first signal related to an output load of the power conversion system and a second signal related to an input signal received by the power conversion system and output a mode-selection signal based on at least information associated with the first signal and the second signal. The driving component is configured to receive the mode-selection signal and generate a drive signal based on at least information associated with the mode-selection signal, the driving signal corresponding to a switching frequency. 1. A system controller for regulating a power conversion system , the system controller comprising:an operation-mode-selection component configured to receive a first signal related to an output load of the power conversion system and a second signal related to an input signal received by the power conversion system and output a mode-selection signal based on at least information associated with the first signal and the second signal; anda driving component configured to receive the mode-selection signal and generate a drive signal based on at least information associated with the mode-selection signal, the driving signal corresponding to a switching frequency; if the output load is determined to be larger than a first load threshold in magnitude and the input signal is determined to be larger than an input threshold, generate the mode-selection signal corresponding to a quasi-resonant mode if the switching frequency is determined to be smaller than a first frequency threshold and larger than a second frequency threshold; and', 'if the output load is determined to be larger than the first load threshold in magnitude and the input signal is determined to be smaller than the input threshold, generate the mode- ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REGULATING POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS WITH OUTPUT DETECTION AND SYNCHRONIZED RECTIFYING MECHANISMS

System controller and method for regulating a power converter. For example, the system controller includes a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal. The system controller is configured to receive an input signal at the first controller terminal and generate a drive signal at the second controller terminal based at least in part on the input signal to turn on or off a transistor in order to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power converter. Additionally, the system controller is further configured to determine whether the input signal remains larger than a first threshold for a first time period that is equal to or longer than a first predetermined duration. 17.-. (canceled)8. A system controller for regulating a power converter , the system controller comprising:a first controller terminal; anda second controller terminal; receive an input signal at the first controller terminal; and', 'generate a drive signal at the second controller terminal based at least in part on the input signal to turn on or off a transistor in order to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power converter;, 'wherein the system controller is configured to determine whether the input signal remains smaller than or equal to a first threshold and larger than a second threshold for a first time period that is equal to or longer than a first predetermined duration, the second threshold being smaller than the first threshold; and', 'in response to the input signal not being determined to remain smaller than or equal to the first threshold and larger than the second threshold for the first time period that is equal to or longer than the first predetermined duration, operate with a first mechanism;, 'wherein the system controller is further configured to determine whether the input signal remains smaller than a third threshold for a second time period that is equal to or longer than a second predetermined duration; and', 'in ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REGULATING POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS WITH OUTPUT DETECTION AND SYNCHRONIZED RECTIFYING MECHANISMS

System controller and method for regulating a power converter. For example, the system controller includes a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal. The system controller is configured to receive an input signal at the first controller terminal and generate a drive signal at the second controller terminal based at least in part on the input signal to turn on or off a transistor in order to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power converter. Additionally, the system controller is further configured to determine whether the input signal remains larger than a first threshold for a first time period that is equal to or longer than a first predetermined duration.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL IN LIGHT-EMITTING-DIODE LIGHTING SYSTEMS

Systems and methods are provided for regulating one or more currents. An example system controller includes: a thermal detector configured to detect a temperature associated with the system controller and generate a thermal detection signal based at least in part on the detected temperature; and a modulation-and-driver component configured to receive the thermal detection signal and generate a drive signal based at least in part on the thermal detection signal to close or open a switch to affect a drive current associated with one or more light emitting diodes. The modulation-and-driver component is further configured to, in response to the detected temperature increasing from a first temperature threshold but remaining smaller than a second temperature threshold, generate the drive signal to keep the drive current at a first current magnitude, the second temperature threshold being higher than the first temperature threshold. 1. A system controller for regulating one or more currents , the system controller comprising:a thermal detector configured to detect a temperature associated with the system controller and generate a thermal detection signal based at least in part on the detected temperature; anda modulation-and-driver component configured to receive the thermal detection signal and generate a drive signal based at least in part on the thermal detection signal to close or open a switch to affect a drive current associated with one or more light emitting diodes; in response to the detected temperature increasing from a first temperature threshold but remaining smaller than a second temperature threshold, generate the drive signal to keep the drive current at a first current magnitude, the second temperature threshold being higher than the first temperature threshold;', 'in response to the detected temperature increasing to become equal to or larger than the second temperature threshold, change the drive signal to reduce the drive current from the first current ...

A METHOD FOR PREPARING CELLULOSE FIBER

The present disclosure discloses a method for preparing cellulose fiber. The method includes the following steps: 1) mixing cellulose pulp with NMMO aqueous solution of a mass concentration of 60%-85%, preferably 70% to 76%, to obtain a uniform mixture; 2) subjecting the obtained uniform mixture to dewatering for swelling, dissolution, and deaerating to obtain a cellulose spinning stock solution; 3) the cellulose spinning stock solution entering into a spinning machine after being filtered and heat exchange, and entering into a coagulation system after carrying out extruding by a spinneret-pack and cooling by air, and then coagulating in a NMMO coagulating bath of a mass concentration of 50% to 72% to obtain nascent fiber; and 4) subjecting the nascent fiber to rinsing to obtain a fiber filament bundle, and then, performing subsequent-section treatment to obtain cellulose fiber. 1. A method for preparing cellulose fiber , wherein the method comprises the following steps:1) mixing cellulose pulp with a NMMO aqueous solution of a mass concentration of 60%-85%, to obtain a uniform mixture;2) subjecting the obtained uniform mixture to dewatering for swelling and dissolution, and deaerating to obtain a cellulose spinning stock solution;3) the cellulose spinning stock solution entering into a spinning machine after being filtered and heat exchange, and entering into a coagulating system after carrying out extruding by spinneret-pack and cooling by air, and then coagulating in a NMMO coagulating bath of a mass concentration of 50% to 72% to obtain nascent fiber; and4) subjecting the nascent fiber to rinsing to obtain a fiber filament bundle and performing subsequent-section treatment to obtain cellulose fiber.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein along with the proceeding of the method claim 1 , a low-concentration NMMO aqueous solution obtained after rinsing is continuously added into the coagulating system in step 3) claim 1 ,a high-concentration NMMO aqueous ...

Acrylic Emulsion Adhesives

Methods of forming acrylate polymers using emulsion polymerization techniques are described. The resulting acrylate polymers exhibit characteristics enabling their use in adhesives and replacing acrylic polymers formed by solvent-based polymerization methods. Various polymers and adhesives utilizing such polymers are also described. 1. A polymer emulsion composition comprising:an acrylic block copolymer including a surfactant copolymerized with the acrylic block copolymer, the surfactant being chemically bound to the polymer chain;the acrylic copolymer including a first segment of controlled molecular weight and position and a second segment of controlled molecular weight and position;the first segment including a monomer having a functional group selected from the group consisting of a self reactive functional group, a reactive functional group, and combinations thereof.2. The composition of wherein the second segment is non-reactive with the functional group of the first segment.3. The composition of wherein the second segment does not contain a crosslinkable functional group.4. The composition of wherein the second segment includes a monomer having a reactive functional group.5. The composition of wherein the functional groups of the second segment are capable of undergoing crosslinking reactions while remaining reactive with each other.6. The composition of wherein the second segment is non-reactive with the functional group of the first segment.7. The composition of wherein the reactive functional groups are spaced apart along the length of the polymer chain.8. The composition of wherein the functional groups of the first segment are capable of undergoing crosslinking reactions while remaining reactive with each other.9. The composition of wherein the first segment and the second segment are positioned adjacent to the polymer chain ends.10. The composition of comprising two first segments and one second segment.11. The composition of wherein the first segments ...

TWO-TERMINAL INTEGRATED CIRCUITS WITH TIME-VARYING VOLTAGE-CURRENT CHARACTERISTICS INCLUDING PHASED-LOCKED POWER SUPPLIES

A two-terminal IC chip and method thereof. For example, a two-terminal IC chip includes a first chip terminal, a second chip terminal, a first switch configured to receive a control signal, a first capacitor coupled to the first switch, a second switch configured to receive the control signal, a second capacitor coupled to the second switch, a third switch configured to receive the control signal, and a third capacitor coupled to the third switch. A first terminal voltage is a voltage of the first chip terminal, a second terminal voltage is a voltage of the second chip terminal, and a chip voltage is equal to a difference between the first terminal voltage and the second terminal voltage. 1. A two-terminal IC chip , the chip comprising:a first chip terminal;a second chip terminal;a first switch configured to receive a control signal;a first capacitor coupled to the first switch;a second switch configured to receive the control signal;a second capacitor coupled to the second switch;a third switch configured to receive the control signal;a third capacitor coupled to the third switch; a first terminal voltage is a voltage of the first chip terminal;', 'a second terminal voltage is a voltage of the second chip terminal; and', 'a chip voltage is equal to a difference between the first terminal voltage and the second terminal voltage;, 'whereinwherein the chip is configured to allow a chip current to flow into the chip at the first chip terminal and out of the chip at the second chip terminal, or to flow into the chip at the second chip terminal and out of the chip at the first chip terminal, the chip current being larger than or equal to zero in magnitude; closed during a first time duration in response to the control signal; and', 'open during a second time duration in response to the control signal;, 'wherein the first switch is further configured to be in response to the first switch being closed, receive a first supply voltage through the first switch during the ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL IN LIGHT-EMITTING-DIODE LIGHTING SYSTEMS

Systems and methods are provided for regulating one or more currents. An example system controller includes: a thermal detector configured to detect a temperature associated with the system controller and generate a thermal detection signal based at least in part on the detected temperature; and a modulation-and-driver component configured to receive the thermal detection signal and generate a drive signal based at least in part on the thermal detection signal to close or open a switch to affect a drive current associated with one or more light emitting diodes. The modulation-and-driver component is further configured to, in response to the detected temperature increasing from a first temperature threshold but remaining smaller than a second temperature threshold, generate the drive signal to keep the drive current at a first current magnitude, the second temperature threshold being higher than the first temperature threshold. 140.-. (canceled)41. A system controller for regulating one or more currents , the system controller comprising:a thermal detector configured to detect a temperature associated with the system controller and generate a thermal detection signal based at least in part on the detected temperature; anda drive signal generator configured to receive the thermal detection signal and generate a drive signal based at least in part on the thermal detection signal to close or open a switch to affect a drive current associated with one or more light emitting diodes; in response to the detected temperature increasing from a first temperature threshold but remaining smaller than a second temperature threshold, generate the drive signal to keep the drive current at a first current magnitude, the second temperature threshold being higher than the first temperature threshold; and', 'in response to the detected temperature increasing to become equal to or larger than the second temperature threshold, change the drive signal to reduce the drive current from the ...

LIGAND FOR ORPHAN NUCLEAR RECEPTOR NUR77 AND USES THEREOF

Provided are use of a compound of Formula I as a ligand of orphan nulear receptor Nur77, and in the prevention or treatment of a orphan nulear receptor Nur77 associated disease,

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING USER INTERFACE ELEMENTS ON A TOUCH SCREEN

A method and apparatus for controlling user interface elements is provided herein. During operation, a pressure or velocity of a touch or swipe is measured. Based on the pressure and/or velocity of the touch or swipe, the input will be applied to a particular user interface element from a plurality of user interface elements. 1. A method for controlling user interface elements on a touch screen , the method comprising the steps of:determining that a user had made contact to the touch screen by swiping the touch screen;determining a velocity and/or pressure of the swipe;identifying a user interface element from a plurality of user interface elements based on the velocity and/or pressure of the swipe; andcontrolling the identified user interface element.2. The method of wherein the step of determining that the user has made contact to the touch screen by swiping the touch screen comprises the step of determining that the user has made contact to the touch screen by moving a finger across the touch screen.3. The method of wherein the step of identifying the user interface element comprises the step of identifying a window from a plurality of open windows.4. The method of wherein the step of detecting that the user has made contact to the touch screen comprises the step of detecting that the user has made contact to the touch screen outside the identified window.5. The method of wherein the step of controlling the identified window comprises the step of scrolling the identified window.6. An apparatus comprising:a touch screen;a contact module determining that a user had made contact to the touch screen by swiping the touch screen, determining a velocity and/or pressure of the swipe, identifying a user interface element from a plurality of user interface elements based on the velocity and/or pressure of the swipe; anda processor controlling the identified user interface element.7. The apparatus of wherein the swipe comprises a movement of the user's finger across the ...

Two Stage Methods for Processing Adhesives and Related Compositions

Methods for forming melt processable, actinic radiation polymerizable and crosslinkable adhesives are described. In certain versions, the adhesives or pre-adhesive compositions include two initiators and are polymerized and/or crosslinked by exposure to actinic radiation such as UV light or electron beam radiation. Also described are pre-adhesive compositions including polymerizable monomers, articles including the adhesives, and various methods and systems related to the adhesives and their application. In addition, various apparatuses are described for polymerizing or crosslinking the compositions. 1. A method of forming an adhesive , the method comprising:providing a composition comprising at least one monomer, a first actinic radiation initiator, and a second actinic radiation initiator, wherein the second initiator is substantially non-photoactive at activation wavelength(s) of the first initiator;at least partially polymerizing the composition by exposing the composition to radiation comprising wavelengths corresponding to the activation wavelength(s) of the first initiator;at least partially crosslinking the composition to thereby form the adhesive by exposing the composition to radiation comprising wavelengths corresponding to the activation wavelength(s) of the second initiator;wherein at least one of the first and the second initiators is a polymerizable monomer containing a photoinitiator moiety.2. The method of wherein the at least partially polymerizing the composition is performed by irradiating the composition with UV radiation3. The method of wherein the at least partially polymerizing the composition is performed by irradiating the composition with electron beam radiation.4. The method of wherein the at least partially crosslinking the composition is performed by irradiating the composition with UV radiation.5. The method of wherein the at least partially crosslinking the composition is performed by irradiating the composition with electron beam ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TWO-LEVEL PROTECTION OF POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS

Systems and methods are provided for protecting a power conversion system. A system controller includes a two-level protection component and a driving component. The two-level protection component is configured to detect an output power of a power conversion system and generate a protection signal based on at least information associated with the output power. The driving component is configured to generate a drive signal based on at least information associated with the protection signal and output the drive signal to a switch associated with a primary current flowing through a primary winding of the power conversion system. The driving component is further configured to generate the drive signal corresponding to a first switching frequency to generate the output power equal to a first power threshold and generate the drive signal corresponding to a second switching frequency to generate the output power equal to a second power threshold. 131.-. (canceled)32. A system controller for protecting a power conversion system , the system controller comprising:a protection signal generator configured to detect an output power of a power conversion system and generate a protection signal; anda drive signal generator configured to generate a drive signal and output the drive signal to a switch; generate the drive signal corresponding to a first switching frequency to generate the output power equal to a first power threshold; and', 'generate the drive signal corresponding to a second switching frequency to generate the output power equal to a second power threshold, the second power threshold being larger than the first power threshold, the second switching frequency being larger than the first switching frequency;, 'wherein the drive signal generator is further configured to in response to the output power being larger than the first power threshold for a first predetermined period of time, generate the protection signal to cause the switch to open and remain open to ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ADJUSTING ONE OR MORE THRESHOLDS IN POWER CONVERTERS

System controller and method for a power converter. For example, the system controller includes a first current controller configured to receive a first input signal and generate a first output signal based at least in part on the first input signal, a second current controller configured to receive a compensation signal and a second input signal and generate a second output signal based at least in part on the second input signal, and a drive signal generator configured to receive the first output signal and the second output signal, generate a first drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal, and generate a second drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal. 161.-. (canceled)62. A system controller for a power converter , the system controller comprising: receive a first output signal from a first current controller;', 'receive a second output signal from a second current controller;', 'generate a first drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal;', 'generate a second drive signal based at least in part on the first output signal and the second output signal; and, 'a drive signal generator configured tothe second current controller configured to receive a compensation signal and output the second output signal to the drive signal generator; in response to the first output signal being at a first logic level and the second output signal being at a second logic level, generate, with or without a first delay, the first drive signal at a third logic level; and', 'in response to the first output signal being at the second logic level and the second output signal being at the first logic level, generate, with or without a second delay, the first drive signal at a fourth logic level, the fourth logic level being different from the third logic level;, 'wherein the drive signal generator is configured to in response to the ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REGULATING POWER CONVERSION SYSTEMS WITH OUTPUT DETECTION AND SYNCHRONIZED RECTIFYING MECHANISMS

System and method for regulating a power conversion system. A system controller for regulating a power conversion system includes a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal. Additionally, the system controller is configured to receive an input signal at the first controller terminal, and generate a drive signal at the second controller terminal based at least in part on the input signal to turn on or off a transistor in order to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power conversion system. Moreover, the system controller is further configured to determine whether the input signal is larger than a first threshold at a first time, in response to the input signal being determined to be larger than the first threshold at the first time, determine whether the input signal is smaller than a second threshold at a second time. 160.-. (canceled)61. A system controller for regulating a power converter , the system controller comprising:a first controller terminal configured to receive an input signal; anda second controller terminal configured to output a drive signal; determine whether the input signal is larger than a first threshold at a first time; and', determine whether the input signal is smaller than a second threshold at a second time, the second time being after the first time; and', 'in response to the input signal being determined to be smaller than the second threshold at the second time, change the drive signal at the second controller terminal from a first logic level to a second logic level to turn on a transistor., 'in response to the input signal being determined to be larger than the first threshold at the first time,'}], 'wherein the system controller is configured to62. The system controller of is further configured to claim 61 , in response to the input signal not being determined to be larger than the first threshold at the first time claim 61 , keep the drive signal at the first logic level regardless of whether ...

Compostable films and compostable labels

Mono-layer and multi-layer compostable films are provided. The multi-layered compostable films may generally include a core layer fabricated from one or more compostable resins. Multi-layer compostable films may include at least one skin layer fabricated from the same or different compostable resin used to fabricate the core layer. Also provided are labels formed from such compostable films in combination with aqueous dispersions of bio-based pressure sensitive adhesives. These labels have many possible applications, such as labels for a variety of fruits.

Compostable films and compostable labels

Una etiqueta, que comprende: una película con una capa de superficie de impresión que incluye un material compostable y un agente separador, incluyendo la capa de superficie de impresión al menos una primera superficie; en donde el material compostable es compostable según la norma ASTM D5338 y/o según la norma ASTM D6400; y una capa adhesiva que comprende un material adhesivo ya sea posicionada adyacente en al menos una porción de la primera superficie de la capa de superficie de impresión, o bien posicionada una o más capas eliminadas desde la primera superficie de la capa de superficie de impresión; en donde el material adhesivo es una dispersión de base acuosa con una fase discontinua que incluye una pluralidad de partículas de prepolímero derivado de biomasa dispersas por toda una fase continua de base acuosa, y en donde el material adhesivo además incluye un catalizador. A label, comprising: a film with a printing surface layer that includes a compostable material and a separating agent, including the printing surface layer at least a first surface; wherein the compostable material is compostable according to ASTM D5338 and / or according to ASTM D6400; and an adhesive layer comprising an adhesive material either positioned adjacent at least a portion of the first surface of the printing surface layer, or positioned one or more layers removed from the first surface of the printing surface layer; wherein the adhesive material is an aqueous-based dispersion with a discontinuous phase that includes a plurality of biomass-derived prepolymer particles dispersed throughout a continuous aqueous-based phase, and wherein the adhesive material also includes a catalyst.

Two stage methods for processing adhesives and related compositions

Methods for forming melt processable, actinic radiation polymerizable and crosslinkable adhesives are described. In certain versions, the adhesives or pre-adhesive compositions include two initiators and are polymerized and/or crosslinked by exposure to actinic radiation such as UV light or electron beam radiation. Also described are pre-adhesive compositions including polymerizable monomers, articles including the adhesives, and various methods and systems related to the adhesives and their application. In addition, various apparatuses are described for polymerizing or crosslinking the compositions.

Pressure sensitive adhesives prepared from maleated vegetable oils and expoxidized vegetable oils

A method that includes reacting an epoxidized naturally-occurring oil or fat with a triacid to form a pressure sensitive adhesive or a pressure sensitive adhesive precursor is disclosed. The present invention also includes methods for preparing a triacid and for preparing a pressure sensitive adhesive label or tape.

Systems and methods for regulating power conversion systems with output detection and synchronized rectifying mechanisms

System and method for regulating a power conversion system. A system controller for regulating a power conversion system includes a first controller terminal and a second controller terminal. Additionally, the system controller is configured to receive an input signal at the first controller terminal, and generate a drive signal at the second controller terminal based at least in part on the input signal to turn on or off a transistor in order to affect a current associated with a secondary winding of the power conversion system. Moreover, the system controller is further configured to determine whether the input signal is larger than a first threshold at a first time, in response to the input signal being determined to be larger than the first threshold at the first time, determine whether the input signal is smaller than a second threshold at a second time.

Systems and methods for source switching and voltage generation

System and method for regulating a power conversion system. An example system controller for regulating a power conversion system includes a first controller terminal associated with a first controller voltage and coupled to a first transistor terminal of a first transistor, the first transistor further including a second transistor terminal and a third transistor terminal, the second transistor terminal being coupled to a primary winding of a power conversion system, a second controller terminal associated with a second controller voltage and coupled to the third transistor terminal, and a third controller terminal associated with a third controller voltage. The first controller voltage is equal to a sum of the third controller voltage and a first voltage difference. The second controller voltage is equal to a sum of the third controller voltage and a second voltage difference.

Low dark current cmos image sensor pixel having a photodiode isolated from field oxide

A low dark current CMOS image sensor pixel comprises a photodiode that is isolated from the field oxide by forming a relatively small photodiode within a relatively large active area such that the field oxide is substantially separated from the photodiode. The active area should be large enough such that the photodiode depletion region formed during operation of the photodiode does not touch the field oxide sidewall and corner. The isolation of the photodiode from the field oxide significantly reduces the number of dislocations near the field oxide that contribute to the dark current. Accordingly, the isolation of the photodiode from the field oxide dramatically reduces the dark current of the photodiode during operation. The present invention can be formed with a conventional CMOS process without adding any additional process steps.

Two stage methods for processing adhesives and related compositions

Methods for forming melt processable, actinic radiation polymerizable and crosslinkable adhesives are described. In certain versions, the adhesives or pre-adhesive compositions include two initiators and are polymerized and/or crosslinked by exposure to actinic radiation such as UV light or electron beam radiation. Also described are pre-adhesive compositions including polymerizable monomers, articles including the adhesives, and various methods and systems related to the adhesives and their application. In addition, various apparatuses are described for polymerizing or crosslinking the compositions.

Two stage methods for processing adhesives and related compositions

OF THE DISCLOSURE Methods for forming melt processable, actinic radiation polymerizable and crosslinkable adhesives are described. In certain versions, the adhesives or pre-adhesive compositions include two initiators and are polymerized and/or crosslinked by exposure to actinic radiation such as UV light or electron beam radiation. Also described are pre-adhesive compositions including polymerizable monomers, articles including the adhesives, and various methods and systems related to the adhesives and their application. In addition, various apparatuses are described for polymerizing or crosslinking the compositions. Page 41 of 41 12366803 1 (GHMatters) P109455.AU.2

Adhesive compositions

Disclosed herein are pressure sensitive adhesive compositions that can include a styrene-butadiene rubber latex and a tackifier agent. In another example, the pressure sensitive adhesive compositions can include a styrene-butadiene rubber latex and acrylic polymer. The adhesive compositions can further include mineral oil and ethylene propylene diene monomer rubber. The pressure sensitive adhesives compositions can have a have low volatile organic compound vapor pressures while having effective adhesion properties on low surface energy substrates.

Methods for managing a broadband connection using a narrowband connection

A method, apparatus, and system for application controlled network selection between a broadband network and a narrowband network include operating an application with an end device with a narrowband connection to the end device; acquiring a source broadband connection comprising a source broadband network address; negotiating a peer-to-peer broadband connection with the end device utilizing the narrowband connection to communicate the source broadband network address; utilizing the peer-to-peer broadband connection for data associated with the application responsive to successful negotiating; and managing the peer-to-peer broadband connection using the narrowband connection as a control channel therefor. The narrowband connection can include Digital Mobile Radio (DMR), Land Mobile Radio (LMR), Project 25 (P25), Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA), or the like.

Two-stage methods for processing adhesives and related compositions

Se describen métodos para formar adhesivos polimerizables y reticulables mediante radiación actínica procesables en estado fundido. En algunas versiones, los adhesivos o composiciones de preadhesivo incluyen dos iniciadores y están polimerizados y/o reticulados mediante su exposición a la radiación actínica tal como luz UV o radiación de haz de electrones. También se describen composiciones de preadhesivo que incluyen monómeros polimerizables, artículos que incluyen los adhesivos, y varios métodos y sistemas relacionados con los adhesivos y su aplicación. Además, se describen varios aparatos para polimerizar y/o reticular las composiciones. Methods for forming polymerizable and crosslinkable adhesives by actinic radiation processable in the molten state are described. In some versions, the adhesives or pre-adhesive compositions include two initiators and are polymerized and / or crosslinked by exposure to actinic radiation such as UV light or electron beam radiation. Also described are preadhesive compositions that include polymerizable monomers, articles including adhesives, and various methods and systems related to adhesives and their application. In addition, various apparatus for polymerizing and / or crosslinking the compositions are described.

A system and method for temperature control in a light emitting diode illumination system

Systems and methods for driving transistors with high threshold voltages

本發明揭露用於驅動具有高閾值電壓的電晶體的系統及方法。該系統包括浮動電壓產生器、第一驅動電路及第二驅動電路。浮動電壓產生器被配置以接收第一偏置電壓並產生浮動電壓，該浮動電壓產生器還被配置以當第一偏置電壓改變時改變該浮動電壓，並維持浮動電壓的大小比第一偏置電壓低了第一預定值。第一驅動電路被配置以接收輸入信號、第一偏置電壓及浮動電壓。第二驅動電路被配置以接收輸入信號、第二偏置電壓及第三偏置電壓，第一驅動電路及第二驅動電路被配置以產生用以驅動電晶體的輸出信號。

Systems and methods for dimming control with capacitive loads