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US08755655B2	Edge-coupled optical proximity communication An optical module is described. This optical module includes at least two optical devices that communicate with each other using edge-to-edge optical coupling of an optical signal between optical components in the two optical devices. Note that the edge-to-edge optical coupling may occur without mode converters at edges of either of the optical devices. Furthermore, the edge-to-edge optical coupling may be facilitated by an alignment substrate, which is mechanically coupled to the two optical devices. This alignment substrate aligns the edges of the two optical devices so that they are approximately parallel to each other, and aligns the optical components in the two optical devices.
US08755641B2	Optical modulator An optical modulator includes: a substrate made of a material having an electro-optical effect; an optical waveguide formed on the substrate; and a modulation electrode for modulating an optical wave propagating through the optical waveguide, wherein emitted light emitted from the optical waveguide is guided by optical fiber, and polarization of the substrate is reversed in a predetermined pattern along the optical waveguide so as to provide waveform distortion having a characteristic opposite to a wavelength dispersion characteristic of the optical fiber.
US08755634B2	Obstacle detection device and method and obstacle detection system An obstacle region candidate point relating unit assumes that a pixel in an image corresponds to a point on a road surface, and associates pixels between images at two times on the basis of the amount of movement of a vehicle in question, a road plane, and a flow of the image estimated. When a pixel corresponds to a shadow of the vehicle in question or the moving object therearound appearing on the road surface, the ratio of intensities of the pixel values of the spectral images between two images should be approximately the same as the ratio of the spectral characteristics of the sunshine in the sun and the shade. Therefore, when the ratio of intensities is approximately the same as the ratio of the spectral characteristics, the obstacle determining unit does not determine that the pixel in question is a point corresponding to the obstacle. Only when the ratio of intensities is not approximately the same as the ratio of the spectral characteristics, the obstacle determining unit determines that the pixel in question is a point corresponding to the obstacle.
US08755631B2	Masking tool A system for controlling effects performed on an image includes a digital camera having a display that displays the image. Masking tools position graphical representations on the display to define a portion of the image that is altered when the effects are subsequently applied to the image. The several masking tools may be combined to form a single masking tool.
US08755626B2	Image processing device, image processing method, and image processing program An image processing device specifies the number of pixels m for securing a delay time for preventing an error diffusion process from being performed at pixels of the (N+1)-th line in which diffusion of errors from a pixel of N-th line (N is a natural number) of image data is not completed, performs a control of starting an error diffusion process of the (N+1)-th line of the image data after the error diffusion process of the m-th pixel for the N-th line of the image data, and performs the error diffusion process for each line of the image data.
US08755623B2	Image enhancement method, image enhancement device, object detection method, and object detection device Disclosed are an image enhancement method, an image enhancement device, an object detection method, and an object detection device. The image enhancement method comprises steps of (a) letting an input image be a waiting-for-enhancement image and detecting specific objects in the waiting-for-enhancement image; (b) determining, based on an image feature of an object area including the detected specific objects, an image enhancement parameter so that an after-enhancement image enhanced according to the image enhancement parameter points out the image feature; (c) enhancing the waiting-for-enhancement image; (d) detecting the specific objects in the after-enhancement image; and (e) determining whether a predetermined stopping condition is satisfied. If the predetermined stopping condition is satisfied, then the after-enhancement image having a best result of object detection up to now is output; otherwise the after-enhancement image serves as the waiting-for-enhancement image, and steps (b) to (e) are carried out repeatedly.
US08755621B2	Data compression method and data compression system A data compression system and a data compression method using the same are provided. The data compression method includes acquiring original data from a memory and performs image processing and quantization on the original data to transform the original data into a quantization matrix. The data compression method then transforms the quantization matrix into a digital sequence based on a coding table and compares the data volume of the digital sequence and a target volume to generate a volume difference. The data compression method transforms the digital sequence into an inverse quantization matrix based on the volume difference and then transforms the inverse quantization matrix into a modified digital sequence based on the volume difference. The data compression method repeats the processes until the data volume of the digital sequence is substantially equal to a target volume or within an acceptable range of the target volume.
US08755614B1	Method and apparatus for processing an image with an enhanced JPEG decoder for decoding a region of interest A method of processing an image includes the steps of receiving selection of the first region of interest (ROI) of an image, processing the first image data related to the first ROI, displaying the first image ROI based on the first image data, receiving selection of the second ROI of the image, which at least partially overlapping the first ROI, processing the second image data related to a portion of the second ROI that does not overlap the first ROI, combining the processed second image data with the processed first image data that overlaps the second ROI, and displaying the second image ROI based on the combined processed second image data and the processed first data.
US08755606B2	Systems and methods for efficient feature extraction accuracy using imperfect extractors Systems (100) and methods (300) for efficient feature data analysis. The methods involve: determining a first number of screen pages needed to verify that each of a plurality of clusters of detected features comprises only detected features which were correctly identified during feature extraction/detection operations as being of the same feature class as a selected feature of an image; determining a second number of screen pages needed to verify that each of a plurality of singular detected features was correctly identified during the feature extraction/detection operations as being of the same feature class as the selected feature of the image; selecting one of a plurality of different validation processes based on values of the first number of screen pages and the second number of screen pages; and performing the selected validation process to verify that each of the detected features does not constitute a false positive.
US08755603B2	Information processing apparatus performing character recognition and correction and information processing method thereof An information processing apparatus includes an identifying unit, a character recognition unit, an obtaining unit, a correcting unit, and an output unit. The identifying unit identifies a still image included in a moving image. The character recognition unit performs character recognition on the still image identified by the identifying unit. The obtaining unit obtains information about the moving image. The correcting unit corrects, on the basis of the information obtained by the obtaining unit, a character recognition result generated by the character recognition unit. The output unit outputs the character recognition result corrected by the correcting unit in association with the moving image.
US08755594B2	Information processing device and method, and program An information processing device includes a first calculation unit which calculates a score of each sample image including a positive image in which an object as an identification object is present and a negative image in which the object as the identification object is not present, for each weak identifier of an identifier including a plurality of weak identifiers, a second calculation unit which calculates the number of scores when the negative image is processed, which are scores less than a minimum score among scores when the positive image is processed; and an realignment unit which realigns the weak identifiers in order from a weak identifier in which the number calculated by the second calculation unit is a maximum.
US08755592B2	Stereo matching system using dynamic programming and method thereof Disclosed is a stereo matching system and method using a dynamic programming scheme. The stereo matching system and method using a dynamic programming scheme according to the present invention may perform viterbi type stereo matching using at least two different penalty of disparity discontinuity (PD) values and synthesize the performed stereo matching results, thereby outputting a disparity map.
US08755590B2	Method and device using rotating printing arm to project or view image across a workpiece The technology disclosed relates to scanning of large flat substrates for reading and writing images. Examples are flat panel displays, PCB's and photovoltaic panels. Reading and writing is to be understood in a broad sense: reading may mean microscopy, inspection, metrology, spectroscopy, interferometry, scatterometry, etc. of a large workpiece, and writing may mean exposing a photoresist, annealing by optical heating, ablating, or creating any other change to the surface by an optical beam. In particular, we disclose a technology that uses a rotating or swinging arm that describes an arc across a workpiece as it scans, instead of following a traditional straight-line motion.
US08755585B2	X-ray computed tomography apparatus According to one embodiment, an X-ray computed tomography apparatus includes an X-ray tube, an X-ray detector, and a rotating unit. The first reconstruction processing reconstructs a clinical image based on projection data detected by the X-ray detector. The second reconstruction processing reconstructs a noise image based on noise data. The clinical image is combined with the noise image.
US08755584B2	System and method for filtration reduced equalized exposure computed tomography A method is disclosed for producing a computed tomographic image of a subject, the method including: using a radiation source and detector, obtaining radiation transmission information relating to a region of interest in the subject; using the source and detector; obtaining a series of projection images of the region of interest. Each projection image is obtained by: directing an imaging beam of radiation from the source through the region of interest onto the detector along a respective direction; the detector having a detection area.
US08755583B2	Method and apparatus for generating a functional data set of a perfused region of the human or animal body A method and apparatus for generating at least one functional data set of a perfused region of the human or animal body are proposed. A first image data set is supplied comprising at least two images of the perfused region recorded at different times before and after an injection of contrast agent into a first artery supplying the region. A second image data set is supplied comprising at least two images of the perfused region recorded at different times before and after an injection of contrast agent into a second artery supplying the region. A first functional data set is generated by pixel-based calculation of at least one perfusion parameter from the first image data set. A second functional data set is generated by pixel-based calculation of at least one perfusion parameter from the second image data set.
US08755580B2	Flourescent dot counting in digital pathology images Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) enables the detection of specific DNA sequences in cell chromosomes by the use of selective staining. Due to the high sensitivity, FISH allows the use of multiple colors to detect multiple targets simultaneously. The target signals are represented as colored dots, and enumeration of these signals is called dot counting. Using a two-stage segmentation framework guarantees locating all potential dots including overlapped dots.
US08755568B2	Real time hand tracking, pose classification, and interface control A hand gesture from a camera input is detected using an image processing module of a consumer electronics device. The detected hand gesture is identified from a vocabulary of hand gestures. The electronics device is controlled in response to the identified hand gesture. This abstract is not to be considered limiting, since other embodiments may deviate from the features described in this abstract.
US08755565B2	X-ray CT apparatus and image display method of X-ray CT apparatus The X-ray CT apparatus which includes an X-ray generator and an X-ray detector for acquiring projection data of an object from plural angles and creates an arbitrary cross-sectional image of the object on the basis of the projection data includes: an extraction section which extracts a region, which includes a target organ moving periodically, from the cross-sectional image; a synchronous phase determination section which determines a synchronous phase, which is used when creating a synchronous cross-sectional image synchronized with periodic motion of the target organ, on the basis of continuity of the target organ in a direction perpendicular to the cross-sectional image; a synchronous cross-sectional image creating section which creates the synchronous cross-sectional image on the basis of projection data corresponding to the synchronous phase determined by the synchronous phase determination section; and a display unit which displays the synchronous cross-sectional image.
US08755562B2	Estimation apparatus, control method thereof, and program An apparatus includes a capturing unit that captures a target object and generates a range image representing distance information, a general estimation unit that analyzes the range image and estimates a general position and orientation of the target object, and a determination unit that determines a priority order of a plurality of identification units, based on the estimated general position and orientation. In addition, a setting unit sets a search window indicating a range for detailed estimation of position and orientation of the range image based on a preregistered general size of the target object, a calculation unit calculates a difference between a first distance value of a first pixel in the range image and a second distance value of a second pixel which is next to the first pixel in the range image, and an updating unit updates the search window based on the calculated difference. A detailed estimation unit estimates a detailed position and orientation of the target object, using the plurality of identification units in the determined priority order within the range of the search window.
US08755555B2	Adjustable and convertible audio headphones A set of adjustable and convertible headphones includes a headband, an adjustment member, and an earpiece. The adjustment member is connected to the headband by a hinge; earpiece has a channel receiving the adjustment member and is slidably connected to the adjustment member. Rotation of the adjustment member with respect to the headband is spring-loaded in only one direction. The adjustment member and the earpiece in combination include a detent mechanism for resisting sliding movement of the earpiece with respect to the adjustment member. The adjustment member may be completely removed from the channel, thereby disconnecting the earpiece from the headband. The earpiece may then be replaced by another ear covering (e.g., an earmuff, an ear protector, etc.) as desired. The replacement ear covering may include an audio speaker, for example an audio/earmuff combination earpiece.
US08755551B2	Hearing apparatus having a special sound channel A hearing apparatus has a housing, a receiver in the housing, and a sound conductor through which sound from the receiver is conducted out of the housing. In order to render the device as small as possible, the hearing apparatus has a cover piece which is inserted into the housing in such a way that a sound channel is formed. The sound channel is thereby delimited at the sides by the housing and the cover piece. A special sound-conducting tube can therefore be dispensed with.
US08755543B2	Techniques for localized perceptual audio Audio perception in local proximity to visual cues is provided. A device includes a video display, first row of audio transducers, and second row of audio transducers. The first and second rows can be vertically disposed above and below the video display. An audio transducer of the first row and an audio transducer of the second row form a column to produce, in concert, an audible signal. The perceived emanation of the audible signal is from a plane of the video display (e.g., a location of a visual cue) by weighing outputs of the audio transducers of the column In certain embodiments, the audio transducers are spaced farther apart at a periphery for increased fidelity in a center portion of the plane and less fidelity at the periphery.
US08755539B2	Electrostatic transducer loudspeaker An electrostatic transducer loudspeaker includes a filterless class-D amplifier to modulate an audio input signal to generate a modulated signal containing a PWM switching carrier component, and a transformer directly connected at an output side of the filterless class-D amplifier and directly connected at an input side of an electrostatic transducer, whereby the equivalent capacitance of the electrostatic transducer and the equivalent inductance of the transformer establish a resonance circuit to demodulate the modulated signal to generate an AC voltage to drive the electrostatic transducer.
US08755538B2	Tuning sound feed-back device Disclosed is a tuning sound (TS) feedback apparatus. The tuning sound (TS) feedback apparatus includes: a TS pick-up casing which is disposed and fixed inside or near the hearing organ of a sound engineer who manages tuning operations for sound output from a sound output terminal of a sound device having an equalizer; a sound/electric conversion element which is included in the TS pick-up casing, picks up the TS output from the sound output terminal of the sound device, and converts the picked-up TS into an electrical signal; and a TS output module which is included in the TS pick-up casing, converts the TS converted into the electrical signal by the sound/electric conversion element into wired or wireless communication data to be used for external communication, and transmits the data to the sound device.
US08755534B2	Audio direction-distance detection A laser device, finder of range(s), and an inclinometer are used to figure a sound producing device's position adjustment(s). Laser beam(s) of the laser device and the inclinometer characterize direction(s) of sound produced by the sound producing device. The laser beam(s) can be one or more colors or patterns each characterizing the general direction of sound produced by the sound producing device. A stadium can have many speaker housings each including a speaker, the laser, range finder and the inclinometer. Each speaker housing is mounted on, and remotely adjustable with respect to, an structural member as to the general direction of sound emitted from the speaker housing into the area for stadium seating. The inclinometer's output can be rendered by a monitor seen by an audio engineer who also uses the laser beam's direction to make adjustments to the position of the speaker housing relative to its structural member.
US08755533B2	Automatic performance optimization for perceptual devices Systems and methods may be used to modify a controllable stimulus generated by a digital audio device in communication with a human user. An input signal is provided to the digital audio device. In turn, the digital audio device sends a stimulus based on that input signal to the human user, who takes an action, usually in the form of an output signal, to characterize the stimulus that the user receives, based on the user's perception. An algorithm, lookup table, or other procedure then determines a difference between the input signal and the output signal, and a perceptual model is constructed based at least in part on the difference. Thereafter, a new value for the parameter of the digital audio device is suggested based at least in part on the perceptual model. This process continues iteratively until the user's optimal device parameters are determined.
US08755531B2	Audio system and method of operation therefor An audio system receives a multi-channel signal which is fed to a controller (121) that generates a first drive signal for a first sound emitter (111) by combining signals of a plurality of the channels. The first drive signal has a signal component contribution from a first bandwidth of each channel of the multi-channel signal. The multi-channel signal is also fed to another controller (115) which generates second drive signals for second sound emitters (101-109). The second drive signals are generated from a single channel signals of the multi-channel signal and in a second bandwidth having a lower cut-off frequency which is above 950 Hz for a 3 dB gain attenuation relative to an average gain for a frequency band extending 1 kHz above the lower cut-off frequency and higher than a lower cut-off frequency of the first bandwidth. A delay processor (125) introduces a delay for signal components of the first drive signal relative a corresponding second drive signal.
US08755530B2	Method for multi-channel processing in a multi-channel sound system A method for multi-channel processing in a multi-channel sound system, in which a channel or a channel mixture is first split into individual channels, the individual channels are limited by setting the values of the parameters channel fader, threshold, release, and output level and then encoding the individual channels. At least two channels are compressed and/or limited with a uniform output level value in method step, one channel is provided with a deviating output level value, which is set, depending on the audio material to be processed, and every further channel is compressed and/or limited in such a manner that it has an output level value that is at least one decibel less than the uniform output level value. The individual channels are combined into an encoded (coded) channel by setting a value of at least one of the parameters channel fader, threshold, release, and output level.
US08755525B2	Quantum key distribution involving moveable key device A method of key distribution from a first entity to a second entity including the first entity communicating with a moveable key device so as to share a secret data with said moveable key device, relocating said moveable key device to a location having a quantum link with said second entity, transmitting a quantum signal from said moveable key device to said second entity on said quantum link, the quantum signal being based on said secret data; and said first entity and said second entity undertaking key agreement based on the quantum signal received by the second entity. Such a method allows the principles of quantum key distribution to be applied even in the absence of a suitable quantum communications link between the first and second entities.
US08755520B2	Apparatus and method for generating a key for broadcast encryption An apparatus and method for generating a key for a broadcast encryption. The apparatus includes a node secret generator for managing a user that receives broadcast data in a tree structure and for generating a unique node secret for each node in the tree structure. The apparatus also includes an instant key generator for temporarily generating an instant key used at all nodes in common in the tree structure, and a node key generator for generating a node key for each node by operating the node secret generated at the node secret generator and the instant key generated at the instant key generator. Thus, key update can be efficiently achieved.
US08755516B2	Sanitary phone patch system A sanitary phone patch system for use with a telephone assembly including first and second protective pads having an adhesive backing comprising an adhesive and a peel-away sheet; and a carrying case for carrying them therein. The telephone assembly includes a telephone with a mouthpiece comprising a microphone; and an earphone acting as a receiver. The first protective pad covers the mouthpiece and the second protective pad covers the earphone. The adhesive backing is located on a bottom portion of the first and second protective pads for removeably-attaching to the mouthpiece and the earphone, respectively. The first protective pad for covering the mouthpiece and the second protective pad for covering the earphone are treated with an antibacterial solution. The protective pads for covering the mouthpiece and earphone are disposable and comprise fibrous material(s).
US08755514B1	Dual-tone multi-frequency signal classification Various embodiments associated with signal classification are described. A repeating signal can be partially corrupted and therefore a receiver can obtain an incomplete signal. In one example, the incomplete signal can have discontinuous unobstructed segments. In order for the receiver to understand the contents of the signal, the receiver can identify repeated information in the discontinuous unobstructed segments. This repeated information can be processed to determine content of the signal. In one embodiment, the signal is a dual-tone multi-frequency (DTMF) signal. The receiver can process the content of the DTMF, such as by employing a set of high and low band pass filters, and can identify a high and low frequency of the DTMF. With the high and low frequencies identified, the receiver can access a look-up table and identify a character indicated by the high and low frequency. The receiver can then use or send out the identified character.
US08755513B2	Interactive voice response system and method with common interface and intelligent agent monitoring A modular interactive voice recognition (“IVR”) overlay system and a method of processing calls. The system provides an application server, a plurality of agent workstations and a graphical user interface (“GUI”) to allow a hybrid approach to processing calls using an automated IVR and live agents. The system and method allow a single agent to process multiple calls simultaneously and is compatible with existing IVR systems and can be implemented as an add-on to existing IVR systems.
US08755495B1	Multiple extension and line appearance for IP telephony Displaying an IP call status is disclosed. An IP call status notification is received from an IP telephony device. A display update is caused by transmitting a display notification to an IP telephone.
US08755484B2	Trigger circuits and event counters for an IC Some embodiments provide an integrated circuit (“IC”). The IC includes multiple configurable circuits that configurably perform operations of a user design based on configuration data. The IC also includes a configurable trigger circuit that receives a set of configuration data that specifies an operational event. The configurable trigger circuit also determines whether the operational event has occurred during implementation of the user design of the IC. Additionally, the operational trigger event outputs a trigger signal upon determining that the operational trigger event has occurred.
US08755483B2	Nuclear fuel A nuclear fuel composition includes a nuclear fissile material and a neutron-absorption material that adjoins the nuclear fissile material. The nuclear fuel composition may be used in a nuclear reactor, such as a thermal reactor.
US08755481B2	Computer implemented method for modelizing a nuclear reactor core and a corresponding computer program product A computer implemented method for modelizing a nuclear reactor core, including the steps of: partitioning the core in cubes to constitute nodes of a grid for computer implemented calculation, calculating neutron flux by using an iterative solving procedure of at least one eigensystem, the components of an iterant of the eigensystem corresponding either to a neutron flux, to a neutron outcurrent or to a neutron incurrent, for a respective cube to be calculated.A control parameter is varied to impact a neutron eigenvalue μ through a perturbed interface current equation and drive the neutron eigenvalue μ towards 1.
US08755474B2	Signal conditioning by combining precursor, main, and post cursor signals without a clock signal Embodiments of an apparatus for signal conditioning, a serial data interface, and a method for a programmable delay filter are disclosed. In an embodiment of an apparatus for signal conditioning, a wave shaping circuit has a precursor signal, a post cursor signal, and a main signal combined to provide an output signal. The precursor signal, the post cursor signal, and the main signal are provided for combination independently of a clock signal. The main signal is delayed relative to the precursor signal, and the post cursor signal is delayed relative to the main signal.
US08755461B2	Local wireless signal transmitting/receiving apparatus and method using digital radio frequency processing technology A local wireless signal receiving apparatus using digital RF processing technology including: a receiving digital RF processor receiving an RF signal and detecting an IF signal from the received RF signal; a zero-crossing signal detector detecting a zero-crossing signal from the detected IF signal, and converting the detected zero-crossing signal into a digital signal; and a receiving signal processor converting the digital signal into a local wireless signal.
US08755453B2	Pseudorandom sequence generation for OFDM cellular systems In one embodiment, a transmitter includes a binary sequence generator unit configured to provide a sequence of reference signal bits, wherein the sequence is an inseparable function of a cell identification parameter, a cyclic prefix mode corresponding to the transmitter and one or more time indices of the sequence. The transmitter also include a mapping unit that transforms the sequence of reference signal bits into a complex reference signal, and a transmit unit configured to transmit the complex reference signal. In another embodiment, a receiver includes a receive unit configured to receive a complex reference signal and a reference signal decoder unit configured to detect a sequence of reference signal bits from the complex reference signal, wherein the sequence is an inseparable function of a cell identification parameter, a cyclic prefix mode corresponding to a transmitter and one or more time indices of the sequence.
US08755452B2	Method and apparatus to select coding mode An apparatus and method that may select a coding mode of an OFDM sub-carrier symbol stream between a diversity mode or a multiplexing mode according to information received in a wireless network.
US08755447B2	Wireless audio equipment using a quadrature modulation system A communications system, e.g., a wireless microphone, incorporates a quadrature modulator system to reduce power consumption with respect to traditional approaches and is general in nature to support any two-dimensional digital technique. The quadrature modulator system comprises different subsystems, including a digital-analog transformation circuit, a baseband filter, and a quadrature modulator. The digital-analog transformation circuit converts discrete time samples to a continuous time signal, and further includes an oversampling noise-shaping modulator such as a sigma-delta modulator. The baseband filter then removes out-of-band energy including sampling images and quantization noise. Some of the circuit components may comprise discrete devices that may result in a reduction of power consumption for the quadrature modulator system. Alternatively, some or all of the circuit components may be incorporated in a single electronic device. For example, an in-phase/quadrature-phase (I/Q) converter and oversampling noise-shaping modulator may be implemented within one field-programmable gate array.
US08755446B2	Varying sharpness based on motion in video sequences A method of sharpening video data may include, for at least some pixels in the video data, determining a motion value for a pixel. The sharpness of the pixel may be changed inversely in relation to the motion value of the pixel. Pixels that have higher velocities may be sharpened less than slower moving or stationary pixels in an image of video data.
US08755436B2	Method of coding, decoding, coder and decoder A method for coding a picture portion of a picure of a video sequence is disclosed, at least one picture of the video sequence being a key picture. The method comprises the following steps: a) calculate a saliency map of the key picture, b) estimate for the picture portion to be coded, at least one motion vector pointing towards a portion of the key picture, c) motion compensate at least one portion of the saliency map using an estimated motion vector to obtain, for said picture portion, at least one portion of the predicted saliency map, and d) code the picture portion according to the saliency level of the portion of the predicted saliency map. The invention also relates to a method for decoding a binary stream, a coder able to code pictures of a video sequence and a decoder of a binary stream.
US08755432B2	Method and apparatus for generating 3D audio positioning using dynamically optimized audio 3D space perception cues An apparatus generating audio cues for content indicative of the position of audio objects within the content comprising: an audio processor receiving raw audio tracks for said content and information indicative of the positions of at least some of said audio tracks within frames of said content, said audio processor generating corresponding audio parameters; an authoring tool receiving said audio parameters and generating encoding coefficients, said audio parameters including audio cue of the position of audio objects corresponding to said tracks in at least one spatial dimension; and a first audio/video encoder receiving an input and encoding said input into an audio visual content having visual objects and audio objects, said audio objects being disposed at location corresponding to said one spatial position, said encoder using said encoding coefficients for said encoding.
US08755431B2	Transmission and detection of multi-channel signals in reduced channel format Embodiments of the invention are generally directed to transmission and detection of multi-channel signals in reduced channel format. An embodiment of a method for transmitting data includes determining whether a first type or a second type of content data is to be transmitted, where the first type of content data is to be transmitted at a first multiple of a base frequency and the second type of data is to be transmitted at a second multiple of the base frequency. The method further includes selecting one or more channels from a plurality of channels based on the type of content data, clocking a frequency on the first or second multiple of the base frequency according to the type of content data in the selected channels, modifying the content data to fit within a single output channel, and transmitting the modified data via a single output channel at the chosen multiple of the base frequency.
US08755425B2	Method and system for transmission of identification via metadata for repeating relays using spread-spectrum technology A communication method for transmitting meta-data through a meta-carrier signal comprising encoding meta-data using an encoder, the meta-data comprising information that identifies a repeating relay to which a spread meta-carrier signal is to be transmitted, encoded using an encoder, modulating, using a modulator and spreading, using a spreader, the encoded meta-data such that the spread meta-carrier signal results, and transmitting, by a transmitting device, the spread meta-carrier signal to the repeating relay wherein the repeating relay does not process or modify the spread meta-carrier signal, the spread meta-carrier signal being transmitted over at least a portion of a bandwidth of the repeating relay.
US08755422B2	Surface emitting laser, light source, and optical module A surface emitting laser includes lower and upper multilayer mirrors, first-conductivity-type and second-conductivity-type contact layers formed between the lower and the upper multilayer mirrors, an active layer formed between the first-conductivity-type and the second-conductivity-type contact layers, a current confinement layer formed between the second-conductivity-type contact layer and the active layer, and first and second composition gradient layers formed facing each other across the current confinement layer. The first composition gradient layer and the second composition gradient layer are formed such that bandgap energy of each of the layers is monotonically decreased from the current confinement layer to an adjacent layer and approach bandgap energy of the adjacent layer in a growth direction.
US08755420B2	Failure protection apparatus and system A safety and interlock circuit for use with devices which could cause injury if an error condition causes improper operation. A control program executing on a processor monitors a variety of device conditions, including pulse over-duration threshold, diode over-current threshold, pulse lock-out duration, temperature threshold, and pulse repetition frequency limit, and prevents the laser from firing if an error condition is detected. In addition, the error conditions are logged in a persistent memory to facilitate subsequent diagnosis and correction.
US08755419B2	Laser diode drive circuit A laser diode drive circuit includes a power supply circuit connected to an anode of a laser diode to supply a variable voltage to the laser diode, and a drive current control circuit connected to a cathode of the laser diode to control a current of the laser diode. The power supply circuit generates a start-up voltage which is equal to the sum of the maximum drive voltage that is larger than the drive voltage and a predetermined first reference voltage, acquires a cathode voltage of the laser diode while the start-up voltage is generated, generates a voltage by lowering from the start-up voltage so as to diminish the difference between the acquired cathode voltage and the first reference voltage, and the first reference voltage is the minimum cathode voltage necessary to supply a predetermined current to the laser diode by the drive current control circuit.
US08755414B2	Terahertz wave emission laser device A laser device having a wave emission within a frequency range of 0.5 to 5 THz, includes a semiconductor heterostructure having a cylindrical form with a circular cross-section and including: a first optically nonlinear semiconductor material layer including an emitting medium configured to emit at least two optical whispering gallery modes belonging to the near-infrared spectrum, the two whispering gallery modes being confined within the first layer and enabling the generation, within the first layer, of radiation within an electromagnetic whispering gallery mode having a frequency of 0.5 to 5 THz, the radiation being obtained through the difference in frequency of the two whispering gallery modes, the cylindrical geometry of the heterostructure ensuring phase tuning between the two optical whispering gallery modes belonging to the near-infrared spectrum and the terahertz mode at the difference in frequency; a second and a third semiconductor material layer, each having an optical index weaker than the index of the material of the first layer and located on both sides of the first layer; at least one metal layer located on one end of the hetero structure.
US08755407B2	Radio link protocols for enhancing efficiency of multi-link communication systems Embodiments disclosed herein relate to a new set of radio link protocols (RLPs) configured to provide for efficient data transmission in a multi-link communication system. In an embodiment, an upper-layer packet is segmented into link-layer packets to be transmitted over a plurality of communication links, each including a first sequence number in accordance with a predetermined order. A second sequence number is further added to each link-layer packet to be transmitted for the first time. The second sequence number is configured to be in a sequence space associated with a particular communication link, and may be used for detection of missing packets.
US08755405B2	Burst packet scheduler for improved ran efficiency in UMTS/HSPA networks A method of generating optimal packet workload for achieving a balance between maximizing cell throughput and fairness across multiple users in UMTS/HSPA Network is disclosed. The packet scheduler of the current invention enhances the performance of other schedulers, such as Proportionally Fair Scheduler in NodeB and RNC in UMTS/HSPA Networks by monitoring recent RAN bandwidth to each mobile device, and increasing buffer occupancy of high rate data-flows in the RAN devices. The scheduler uses the desired performance goals of maximum cell throughput and fairness at various network congestion levels, and controls egress burst rate while delivering packets to the RAN (Radio Access Network).
US08755402B2	Medium reservation protocol for directional wireless networks Two wireless communications devices in a wireless network may reserve a period of time for directional data communications between themselves during a Contention Access Period. The technique may include transmitting Clear-to-Send messages to each other, and to any other devices with which either has established a directional link, to prevent interfering transmissions from these other devices. Other devices that have not established a directional link with either of these two may overhear the CTS messages and also refrain from transmitting interfering signals during the reserved time period.
US08755401B2	System and method for scalable multifunctional network communication A system and method for scalable multifunctional network communication between presentation devices and service providers are disclosed. A group of consumer premise equipment (CPE) units are coupled to the presentation devices, and a headend control computer receives upstream messages from the CPE units and for sending downstream messages to the CPE units. A group of service provider control subsystems interface between the headend control computer and the service providers. The head end control computer receives messages from the CPE units and transports them to the service provider control subsystems, and the headend control computer receives messages from the service provider control subsystems and transports them to the CPE units.
US08755399B1	Common-direction duplexer A common-direction duplexer may include a common port, a first-band port, and a second-band port. The common-direction duplexer may also include a first filter between the common port and the first-band port. The first filter may be configured to pass a first frequency range and filter out a second frequency range and a third frequency range. The first and second frequency ranges may be associated with a first-direction signal transmitted in the first and/or second frequency range. The third frequency range may be spectrally between the first and second frequency ranges and may be associated with a second-direction signal that propagates in a direction opposite that of the first-direction signal. The common-direction duplexer may also include a second filter between the common port and the second-band port. The second filter may be configured to pass the second frequency range and filter out the first and third frequency ranges.
US08755391B2	Method and device for operating at least two radio access technologies and communication system comprising such device A method and a device are provided for operating at least a first radio access technology and a second radio access technology, the method including the step of: a hybrid radio frame is provided including elements of the first radio access technology and of the second radio access technology.
US08755386B2	Traceback packet transport protocol Tokens identifying all of the physical routing devices, i.e., network nodes, through which a packet travels are recorded in a limited amount of space reserved in the header of the packet for such tokens. When insufficient space remains in the header of the packet for all tokens required to identify all physical routing devices through which the packet travels, sequences of multiple tokens are replaced with an abbreviation token representing the sequence. The sequence of tokens represented by an abbreviation token can also be abbreviation tokens, supporting recursive abbreviation of the token sequence in the header of the packet as needed to record the entire route of the packet through the network regardless of the limited space in the header for tracking the route of the packet.
US08755381B2	Data matching using flow based packet data storage A system for processing packets includes a communications interface and a processor. A communications interface receives a packet between a source and a destination. The processor identifies a flow between the source and the destination based on the packet. The processor determines whether some of packet data of the packet matches to storage data in storage using hashes. The processor then stores the packet data in a block of memory in the storage based on the flow and if the packet data does not match the storage data.
US08755379B2	Apparatus and method for link duplication in mobile communication system An apparatus and method for enabling duplication between line cards of between physical links when Internet Protocol (IP) packet data of a backbone network is transmitted through a physical link (T1/E1/J1) in an IP-BSS system is provided. The apparatus includes a scheduler for examining a queue depth of queues stored in a queue buffer of each of a plurality of line cards. The apparatus also includes a virtual queue manager for receiving the queue depth from the scheduler, for fragmenting the IP packet received through a backbone network, for determining priority of the line cards according to the queue depth, and also for transmitting the fragmented packet according to the priority.
US08755376B2	System and method for processing telephony sessions In one embodiment, the method of processing telephony sessions includes: communicating with an application server using an application layer protocol; processing telephony instructions with a call router; and creating call router resources accessible through a call router Application Programming Interface (API). In another embodiment, the system for processing telephony sessions includes: a call router, a URI for an application server, a telephony instruction executed by the call router, and a call router API resource.
US08755375B2	Method for providing custom ring-back tones A method is provided for providing customized ring-back tones to callers on a wireline network such as a public switched telephone network having an advanced intelligent network or a VoIP network. When a call request is received from a calling party to connect to a called party through a wireline telephone network it is determined if the calling party is identified in a screening list for the called party. If so, then a customized audible ring-back tone is played to the calling party until the called party is connected to the calling party or until the call request is terminated.
US08755366B2	System, method, and wireless access point for remote shared access to a communications network A wireless access point. The wireless access point includes an interface for communicating with a communications network. The wireless access point includes a wireless interface configured to communicate with a number of wireless devices. The wireless access point includes a processor for executing a set of instructions and a memory for storing the set of instructions. The set of instructions are executed to receive a request from a wireless device through the wireless interface to communicate through the wireless access point, query a communications service provider to determine whether the wireless device is associated with the communications service provider and has an agreement to access other wireless access points including the wireless access point, and enable the wireless device to communicate through the wireless access point in response to determining the wireless device is associated with the communications service provider and has an agreement to access the other wireless access points.
US08755349B2	Generating and allocating time-frequency mapping pattern in a communication system A method is provided for generating and allocating time-frequency mapping pattern (TFP) in a communication system. A set of orthogonal TFPs is generated from a TFP. And a TFP from the set of orthogonal TFPs is allocated to a user equipment in a transmission time interval, TTI, within a cell of the communication system. Also provided are a transmitter, a base station, and a user equipment.
US08755339B2	Method and apparatus for generating a dedicated reference signal A method for generating a Dedicated Reference Signal (DRS) is provided, which includes generating a Reference Signal (RS) sequence of each antenna port, spreading each RS sequence and obtaining an spread RS sequence, multiplying each spread RS sequence by a predefined scrambling code and obtaining a desired DRS sequence. An apparatus for generating a DRS is also provided. The problem of the imbalance of the power of OFDM symbols is cured, and DRS interference between different cells can be randomized.
US08755330B2	Method and system for reporting quality statistic information of call link The disclosure provides a method and system for reporting quality statistic information of a call link. The method comprises the steps that: a message for transmitting the quality statistic information of the call link is predetermined between a Base Station (BS) and a Base Station Controller (BSC); when detecting that the current call enters into a local switching mode, the BS reports the detected quality statistic information of the call link of the current call to the BSC through the predetermined message; the BSC parses the received predetermined message, and reports quality statistic information of the call link of the current call obtained by parsing. The system comprises a BS and a BSC. The disclosure can transmit, in the local switching mode, the quality statistic message of the call link to the BSC, to enable the BSC to learn the link quality of the user plane in the local switching mode in time, thus a decision can be made in time and continuity of observing the call link quality by the BSC and the staff in two switching modes is guaranteed.
US08755326B2	Repeater apparatus for simultaneously transceiving signals in a wireless communication system, and method for same Disclosed are a base station apparatus and a repeater apparatus for transceiving signals in a wireless communication system. The repeater apparatus comprises: a receiver which receives a signal from a base station through a first region of a first downlink subframe in a component carrier that supports first and second wireless communication schemes; and a transmitter which transmits, through a second region of the first downlink subframe, a signal to one or more terminals of one or more first type of terminals which use the first wireless communication scheme and one or more second type of terminals which use the second wireless communication scheme, simultaneously with said reception of the signal. Here, the first region and the second region are multiplexed in the first downlink subframe in accordance with a frequency division multiplexing (FDM) scheme.
US08755321B2	Method and apparatus for transmitting and receiving multimedia broadcast multicast services The present invention discloses a method for transmitting multimedia broadcast multicast services, comprising the following steps: a Time Division Duplex system divides a time slot for bearing multimedia broadcast multicast services into code channels; each multimedia broadcast multicast service to be transmitted is borne on a corresponding divided code channel, and is transmitted to a user equipment based on the single frequency network mode of the multimedia broadcast multicast service. The present invention also discloses a method for receiving multimedia broadcast multicast services, and apparatus for transmitting and receiving multimedia broadcast multicast services, such that time slot resources for bearing multimedia broadcast multicast services are utilized more sufficiently.
US08755315B1	Packet classification based power saving receiver Receivers, apparatuses, and methods associated with packet classification based power saving receiver are described. In one embodiment, an 802.11 receiver includes receive and control units. The receive unit has a higher power receive frame state and a lower power ignore frame state. The receive unit, when in the receive frame state, receives radio frequency (RF) signals associated with an incoming frame and provides decoded information concerning the incoming frame. The receive unit, when in the ignore frame state, does not receive RF signals associated with the incoming frame and/or does not decode RF signals associated with the incoming frame. The control unit controls the receive unit to enter the ignore frame state upon determining that the incoming frame is to be filtered and to return to the receive frame state in time to receive a subsequent incoming frame and perform end of frame processing consistent with the CSMA/CA protocol.
US08755310B1	Conferencing system A system creates and operates a conferencing session over communication networks in conjunction with other external processes. The system can include a conferencing server (e.g., including at least one processor, memory, a nonvolatile or magnetic memory), which interconnects client devices. These clients can include smartphones which can communicate through the server text, audio, or video information, and combinations of these. Connections can be through a date network such as the Internet.
US08755306B1	Simplified auto-configuration and service discovery in 802.11 ad-hoc networks An ad-hoc network approach for addressing ad-hoc network address assignment, name resolution, and service discovery in ad-hoc networks. The size of the ad-hoc network may be limited to a selected number of ad-hoc network stations. A first portion of the ad-hoc network address assigned to stations joining the ad-hoc network may be fixed and a second portion of the ad-hoc network address may be selected dynamically, as each new station joins the ad-hoc network. A station may generate an information element that may be included in ad-hoc network messages. An exemplary information element may include a last byte of the ad-hoc network address associated with the transmitting station, a 4-byte timestamp field which indicates a number of milliseconds since the station claimed the network address, a user-friendly name to identify the station, a universally unique identifier (UUID) for each service offered by the transmitting station, and a network-address-in-use bitmap.
US08755304B2	Time of arrival based positioning for wireless communication systems A TOA positioning system can be implemented to improve location estimation of a wireless network device. A first subset of a plurality of reference wireless network devices for determining potential locations of the wireless network device and a second subset of the plurality of reference wireless network devices for determining an estimated location of the wireless network device can be selected. The first and the second subsets can be selected based on a plurality of distance measurements and an average distance and associated with each of the plurality of reference wireless network devices. The potential locations of the wireless network device can be determined based on the first subset of the plurality of reference wireless network devices. The estimated location of the wireless network device can be determined from the potential locations of the wireless network device based on the second subset of the plurality of reference wireless network devices.
US08755296B2	Wireless network system and wireless communication device A wireless communication device includes a sensor processing unit that generates sensor data including a measurement result acquired by a sensor; a communication measurement unit that generates communication quality data including a communication state for transmitting a packet; a compression determination unit that determines compression rates of first sensor data and first communication quality data according to the contents of the first sensor data including the transmitted sensor data and the generated sensor data or the contents of the first communication quality data including the transmitted sensor data and the generated communication quality data; a compression unit that compresses the first sensor data and the first communication quality data according to the determined compression rates; and a wireless communication unit that transmits a packet including the compressed first sensor data and the compressed first communication quality data to another wireless communication device or the access point.
US08755294B2	Communication system, communication method, communication terminal device, control method thereof, and program A communication system includes a plurality of communication terminals including a first communication terminal to broadcast a route request message to a third communication terminal via a second communication terminal, the second and third communication terminals create a route to the first communication terminal. The second and third communication terminals include a route creation device for creating a plurality of the routes to the first communication terminal by broadcasting the route request message to each terminal included in the plurality of terminals to duplicatively receive the route request message. The second and third terminals further include a route management device for storing and managing the plurality of routes. The second and third terminals further include a route management device that establishes one of the created routes as a communication route to the first communication terminal.
US08755291B2	Network interface apparatus with power management and power saving method thereof Network interface apparatus with power management is disclosed, which comprises a physical layer circuit, for receiving a packet on a network; a media access control circuit, for performing the media access processing on the packet to output a processed packet; an interface circuit, coupled to the media access control layer, for transmitting the processed packet to a bus; a detecting circuit, coupled to the physical layer circuit, for detecting a transmitting status of the packet on the network to output a detecting signal; a loading control circuit, coupled to the detecting circuit, for controlling a load positioned in the interface circuit according to the detecting signal.
US08755288B2	Network system, layer 2 switch, and method of detecting occurrence of a fault in a network A network system comprises a first communication device having a first address connected, using a network, to a second communication device having a second address. The first communication device includes a monitor frame transmitter configured to generate a monitor frame including the second address as a destination address and the first address as a source address, and to output the generated monitor frame to the network; and a monitoring-response frame monitor configured to monitor reception of a monitoring-response frame sent back from the second communication device. The second communication device includes: a monitoring-response frame transmitter configured to, in response to reception of the monitor frame, generate the monitoring-response frame by exchanging the destination address in the received monitor frame for a source address and the source address in the received monitor frame for a destination address, and output the generated monitoring-response frame to the network.
US08755283B2	Synchronizing state among load balancer components The present invention extends to methods, systems, and computer program products for synchronizing state among load balancer components. Embodiments of the invention include load balancers using a consistent hashing algorithm to decide how new connections should be load balanced. Use of consistent hashing algorithm permits load balancers to work in a stateless manner in steady state. Load balancers start keeping flow state information (destination address for a given flow) about incoming packets when it is needed, i.e. such as, for example, when a change in destination host configuration is detected. State information is shared across load balancers in a deterministic way, which allows knowing which load balancer is authoritative (e.g., is the owner) for a given flow. Each load balancer can reach the authoritative load balancer to learn about a flow that cannot be determined locally.
US08755270B2	Congestion/load indication for high speed packet access A radio access network (20) comprises a radio network controller (26) and a radio base station (28). The radio network controller (26) is configured to perform admission control and to allocate resources of a cell. The radio base station (28) is configured to determine load/congestion on a high speed shared channel and to generate an indication of the load/congestion for transmission to the radio network controller. In some example embodiments and modes, at least one of the radio network controller and the radio base station is configured to allocate at least some of the resources for the high speed shared channel to support a guaranteed service and also to allocate at least some resources to support a non-guaranteed service. In some example implementations of this aspect, a user(s) of the non-guaranteed service is permitted to use the resources up to a reserved resource level of resources. According to another non-limiting aspect of the technology, the radio base station is further configured to generate a recommended action for dealing with the load/congestion.
US08755267B2	Redundancy support for network address translation (NAT) Stateful failover redundancy support is provided for network address translation (NAT). A master NAT device is backed-up with at least one back-up NAT device. Existing sessions are synchronized between the two NAT devices, such as via a dedicated link between them. In the event of a failover where the master NAT device is unable to perform its NAT functions, ownership of Internet protocol (IP) addresses is transferred from the master NAT device to the back-up NAT device. The back-up NAT device, which is now owner of the IP addresses, assumes the NAT functionality associated with these IP addresses and continues the existing sessions, as well as processing new sessions.
US08755266B2	Duplicate traffic avoidance in a point to multi-point network Provided is a method for avoiding traffic duplication in a point to multi-point network, the method including monitoring a status of first interconnection links in a first data path from a source to a destination, the first data path including an ingress node, an egress node, and one or more intermediate nodes. The method further includes establishing a second data path if a link of the first interconnecting links is determined to be an inoperable link, the second data path including the ingress node, the egress node, at least one of the one or more intermediate nodes and second interconnecting links, the second interconnecting links including new interconnecting links and a subset of the first interconnecting links, the subset not including the inoperable link in the first interconnecting links.
US08755260B2	Collimator for optical pick-up units Aspects of the disclosure provide an apparatus. The apparatus includes a collimator configured to have a plurality of positions, and a controller configured to control the collimator to move to a predetermined position associated with a data layer of an optical storage medium to collimate a light beam. The collimated light beam is then focused onto the data layer of the optical storage medium.
US08755259B2	Optical element An optical element has at least one surface divided into a plurality of regions and includes: a first region configured to converge light with a wavelength λ1 onto a storage surface of a first optical disc and converge light with a wavelength λ2 onto a storage surface of a second optical disc; and a second region formed around the outer circumference of the first region and configured to converge light with the wavelength λ1 onto the storage surface of the first optical disc. The second region has a concave-convex structure concentrically formed on an aspheric surface and having a cross section being a saw teeth shape. The concave-convex structure is formed by a plurality of different saw teeth shapes, and the plurality of different saw teeth shapes respectively give different phase differences corresponding to substantially integer multiples of the wavelength λ1, for light with the wavelength λ1.
US08755257B2	Method and apparatus for detecting land pre-pits Aspects of the disclosure provide a method for detecting land pre-pits. The method includes detecting, based on a land pre-pit threshold, a land pre-pit data stream from a signal responsive to land pre-pits on an optical medium, comparing a characteristic of the detected land pre-pit data stream in a specific number of wobble periods with a pre-determined land pre-pit characteristic in the specific number of wobble periods, and adjusting the land pre-pit threshold based on the comparison.
US08755251B1	Ground rodent repeller A ground rodent repeller includes a main rod, a cover, a battery base and a control circuit board. One end of the main rod has an opening and a first screw thread. The cover has a second screw thread and a first locking part. The second screw thread and the first screw thread engage with each other. One end of the battery base has a second locking part, which engages with the first locking part of the cover. By this configuration, the components are designed for simple assembly, have a low production cost, can be promptly installed, and have ideal sealing and water proof effects.
US08755240B2	Optical memory device and method of recording/reproducing information by using the same An optical memory device and a method of recording/reproducing information by using the optical memory device. The optical memory device includes a substrate; a first barrier layer formed on the substrate; a quantum well layer; a second barrier layer; a quantum dot layer; and a third barrier layer. The quantum well layer has an energy band gap which is wider than that of the quantum dot layer, and the second barrier layer has an energy band gap which is wider than that of the quantum well layer, so that electrons in excitons which are generated in the quantum dot layer by light of a certain wavelength are captured by the quantum well layer to record information, and then, recorded information may be erased or reproduced by irradiating light of a certain wavelength to the optical memory device.
US08755238B2	Redundancy control circuit and memory device including the same A redundancy control circuit includes an address fuse circuit and a first circuit. The address fuse circuit includes a plurality of first fuses. Each of the first fuses is configured to be cut based on a result of comparing a number of bits of a defective input address having a first logic level with a number of bits of the defective input address having a second logic level. The address fuse circuit is configured to generate a first address using the first fuses based on a cutting operation that depends on the result of comparing. The first circuit is configured to output either the first address or a second address that is an inverted address of the first address as a repair address, wherein a logic level of each of bits of the repair address is the same as that of the defective input address.
US08755233B2	Memory system According to one embodiment, there is provided memory system including a non-volatile memory device, a monitoring unit, and a changing unit. The non-volatile memory device stores data. The monitoring unit monitors a characteristic of the non-volatile memory device when writing and erasing processes are performed to write and erase the data to and from the non-volatile memory device. The changing unit changes at least one of a value of a writing start voltage and an increase width of a writing voltage in the writing process in accordance with the monitored characteristic so that a time for the writing process is substantially identical to a target value. The writing process is a process in which a writing operation and a verification operation are alternately repeated.
US08755231B2	Flash memory A flash memory is disclosed. The flash memory includes a flash memory chip; a serial-to-parallel converter for receiving and converting a serial data to a parallel data; and a data mode decision circuit connected to an output terminal of the serial-to-parallel converter for generating an inversion control signal through the parallel data and for applying an inversion processing to the parallel data and then outputting an inverted parallel data to the flash memory chip under the control of the inversion control signal. By converting the serial data to a parallel data and then writing the parallel data into the flash memory chip, a lower proportion of the inversion control signal to the total amount of data is achieved, and therefore less area is consumed while the same programming efficiency and average programming power is maintained compared with a flash memory adopting the bit inversion technique of the prior art.
US08755227B2	NAND flash memory unit, NAND flash memory array, and methods for operating them A NAND flash memory unit is described, including a string of memory cells connected in series, S/D regions coupled to two terminals of the string, at least one select transistor couple between a terminal of the string and an S/D region, and at least one erase transistor couple between the at least one select transistor and an S/D region. The select transistor is for selecting the string of memory cells. The erase transistor is for reducing Vt-shift of the select transistor.
US08755216B2	Programmable resistance memory with feedback control A programmable resistance memory employs a feedback control circuit to regulate the programming current supplied to a selected programmable resistance memory element. The programmable resistance memory may be a phase change memory. The feedback control circuit monitors and controls the characteristics of a current pulse employed to program a memory cell.
US08755214B2	Determining cell-state in phase-change memory A method, an apparatus, and a device for determining the state of a phase-change memory cell. The method includes the steps of: biasing a cell with a time-varying read voltage (Vread); making a measurement (TM) that satisfies a predetermined condition where the predetermined condition depends on a cell current when the read voltage is applied; and determining a state of the cell based on the measurement.
US08755211B2	Semiconductor memory device According to one embodiment, a semiconductor memory device comprises a first silicon pillar including a first pair of columnar portions and a first connection portion, a second silicon pillar including a second pair of columnar portions and a second connection portion in the shunt region, the second silicon pillar being adjacent to the first silicon pillar, a first interconnection connected to one of the first pair of columnar portions of the first silicon pillar, a second interconnection connected to one of the second pair of columnar portions of the second silicon pillar. The first interconnection is connected to a dummy bit line. The first interconnection and the second interconnection are connected on the same level.
US08755203B2	Valley-mode switching schemes for switching power converters An improved valley-mode switching (VMS) scheme and circuitry for implementing the improved VMS switching scheme in a switch-mode power converter are disclosed. For a given switching cycle, a desired switch turn-on time is determined based on a pulse width modulation, pulse frequency modulation, or other suitable power converter control scheme. Also, one or more times corresponding to local minimums (valleys) are predicted for the voltage across a power switch of the switching power converter. The power switch is turned on at a valley immediately subsequent or otherwise subsequent to the desired switch time determined according to the power converter control scheme. Thus, the improved VMS scheme enables low-voltage switch operation to reduce switching loss and EMI noise without restricting the control scheme of the power converter.
US08755201B2	Method and apparatus for power converter fault condition detection An example controller includes a feedback circuit coupled to provide feedback information representative of an output of the power converter during at least a portion of an OFF time of a power switch. A sense input receives a sense signal that is representative of a reflected voltage representative of an input voltage of the power converter during at least a portion of an ON time of the power switch. A fault detector is to be coupled to detect a fault condition in response to the reflected voltage being below a fault threshold for a fault period of time. A control is coupled to the fault detector and the feedback circuit to control switching of the power switch to regulate the output of the power converter in response to the feedback information and inhibit the switching of the power switch in response to the fault detector detecting the fault condition.
US08755199B2	Control circuit for a resonant converter or the like and method therefor An integrated circuit includes a first pin for receiving a feedback signal, a second pin for receiving a current signal indicative of a current in a primary of a transformer, and a switching circuit coupled to the first and second pins and responsive to the feedback signal to determine a frequency at which to provide an upper drive signal and a lower drive signal, and further responsive to the current signal to change a value of the feedback signal when the current signal exceeds a first threshold, and to stop providing the upper and lower drive signals when the current signal exceeds a second threshold, the second threshold higher than the first threshold.
US08755194B2	Waterproof element and electronic device having the waterproof element An electronic device includes a housing unit having an accommodating portion, and first and second openings communicating with the accommodating portion. A waterproof element is made of a resilient material, and includes a main body that is disposed on the accommodating portion and that has a top face, and a side face extending upwardly from the top face. The electronic component module includes a circuit board and an electronic component. The circuit board has a board bottom face disposed on and abutting against the top face of the main body and covering the second opening, and a board edge abutting against the side face of the main body. An electronic component is attached to the circuit board, extends through the main body of the waterproof element, is disposed inside the accommodating portion, and faces the first opening.
US08755190B2	Housing of electronic device and electronic device A housing of an electronic device includes a first housing body, a second housing body and a buffer. The first housing body defines an accommodating recess. The second housing body is assembled to the first housing body and adapted to be foldable relative to the first housing body. The buffer is disposed on the second housing body. In a closed position, the second housing body and the first housing body are stacked with each other, the accommodating recess is recessed away from the second housing body, the buffer faces the first housing body, and the buffer substantially overlaps with a fringe of the accommodating recess.
US08755186B2	Heat pipe type cooling device and railcar control equipment using the same An economical heat pipe type cooling device with high performance and stable start at low environmental temperatures below 0° C., and a railcar control equipment using the invented heat pipe type cooling device are provided. The midsection between two bents formed on a heat pipe is used as an evaporator; lengths of two distal sections to be used as the condenser sections are intentionally differentiated each from the other; and the condenser section of greater length is provided with heat radiating fins more than those on the condenser section of shorter length. This configuration permits each of two condenser sections to be provided with mutually different condensing capacity and accordingly the condenser section of shorter length works to cool heat-generating elements even though the condenser section of greater length would suffer from freezing problem at low temperatures. A sufficient cooling effect is rendered at ordinary temperature.
US08755182B2	Cold row encapsulation for server farm cooling system Apparatuses, methods, and systems directed to efficient cooling of data centers. Some embodiments of the invention allow encapsulation of cold rows through an enclosure and allow one or more fans to draw cold air from the cold row encapsulation structure to cool servers installed on the server racks. In other particular embodiments, the systems disclosed can be used to mix outside cool air into the cold row encapsulation structure to cool the servers. In some embodiments, the present invention involves fanless servers installed on the server racks and introduces fan units to draw cooling air from the cold row encapsulation structure through the fanless servers on the racks.
US08755177B2	Method and apparatus for controlling the temperature of a disk drive during manufacture An apparatus for controlling the temperature of a disk drive during manufacture of the disk drive has a cell having a mounting arrangement to which a disk drive can be mounted and having walls defining a volume in which the disk drive is received when mounted to the mounting arrangement during manufacture of the disk drive. At least one wall of the cell adjacent said volume is heat conductive and is arranged such that a disk drive when received in the volume does not touch said at least one wall. An air-agitating device agitates air between the at least one wall and a disk drive when received in the volume to encourage heat transfer between said at least one wall and a disk drive when inserted into the volume. The air-agitating device is mounted so as to be vibrationally isolated from a said disk drive when mounted in the cell.
US08755173B2	Digital multimeters including a ruggedized jacket A digital multimeter includes a display for displaying a measured parameter, a selector for selecting the measured parameter, at least one jack configured to receive a test lead plug, and a housing assembly including the display, the selector and the jack. The selector includes a push button, a rotary selector switch, a knob coupled to the rotary selector switch, and a cover molded over the knob. The cover includes a relatively soft material compared to the knob. The housing assembly includes a first and second housing portions coupled together, a gasket sealing the first and second housing portions, and a jacket overlying parts of the first and second housing portions and the gasket. The housing assembly defines an internal cavity and is configured to absorb impact energy in response to dropping the digital multimeter up to approximately one meter and protect against water and dust ingress into the cavity.
US08755172B1	Modular housing for a transfer switch having panel-mounted power transfer switching components A power transfer device adapted for interconnection with the electrical system of a building includes a housing that includes a base having a back wall and an intermediate member that engages the base. A first housing section engages the base and the intermediate member and defines a first interior portion. A second housing section engages the base and the intermediate member and cooperates with the base to define a second interior portion. Fasteners secure the intermediate member, the first housing section and the second housing section together. Power transfer switching components are interconnected with and carried by one of the housing sections. A cover may be pivotably mounted to the housing. During assembly, the power switching components are mounted to one of the housing sections to form a subassembly that is connected to the base as a single unit.
US08755166B2	Vacuum capacitor A vacuum capacitor includes a fixed electrode, a movable electrode, a movable electrode shaft, a magnetic flux receiving unit, a magnetic flux generating unit and a capacitance control unit. The fixed electrode is formed from a plurality of electrode members in a vacuum casing. The movable electrode is formed from a plurality of electrode members arranged in gaps formed between the electrode members of the fixed electrode in the vacuum casing. The movable electrode shaft supports the movable electrode. Capacitance appearing between the movable electrode and the fixed electrode is varied by rotation of the movable electrode shaft. The magnetic flux receiving unit rotates the movable electrode shaft in the vacuum casing. The magnetic flux generating unit is located outside the vacuum casing and rotates the magnetic flux receiving unit by magnetic attraction. The capacitance control unit rotates the magnetic flux generating unit.
US08755161B2	Overvoltage protection circuit with self biased latch An overvoltage protection circuit is based on replacing the bias resistor in a conventional overvoltage protection circuit with a self-biased latch. The new circuit automatically survives both overvoltage and overcurrent events.
US08755160B2	Measuring transient electrical activity in aircraft power distribution systems An electrical power distribution system for an aircraft comprises a power source electrically connected to an electrical load and at least one circuit interruption device for interrupting current in the power distribution system. A distinguishing device is connected to the system for distinguishing a transient electrical event in the system from a steady-state level of electrical activity in the system, wherein the transient electrical event induces a potential difference across all or part of the distinguishing device. The circuit interruption device is operable to interrupt current flowing through the power distribution system if the potential difference across the distinguishing device exceeds a threshold voltage.
US08755159B2	System of current protection of a primary electrical distribution box System of current protection of a primary electrical distribution box supplied by at least one electrical energy generator and delivering electrical energy to at least one load and/or to at least one secondary distribution box, comprising a line contactor for each generator arranged between the primary electrical distribution box and said generator, the primary electrical distribution box comprising an electrically conductive frame. The system of protection comprises an electrical connection member capable of electrically coupling the frame of the box to an external metal structure coupled to the earth, a current sensor capable of measuring a current flowing through said electrical connection member, and control means capable of controlling the line contactors so as to electrically decouple at least one generator from the primary electrical distribution box if a current flowing through said electrical connection member is detected.
US08755153B2	Reproducing head with spin-torque oscillator, and magnetic recording and reproducing apparatus According to one embodiment, a reproducing head includes a spin-torque oscillator and a pair of shield parts. The spin-torque oscillator has a first surface facing a magnetic recording medium. The pair of shield parts each has a second surface facing the magnetic recording medium, the spin-torque oscillator being arranged between the shield parts. A distance between the second surface and the magnetic recording medium is shorter than a distance between the first surface and the magnetic recording medium.
US08755152B1	Method and system for providing an improved sensor stack for a recording head A method and system for providing a magnetic transducer is described. The method and system include providing a magnetic shield, an insertion layer on the magnetic shield, an antiferromagnetic (AFM) layer, a pinned layer magnetically coupled with the AFM layer, a nonmagnetic spacer layer, and a free layer. The magnetic shield has a texture and a grain size. The insertion layer has a thickness that is sufficiently large that the AFM layer is magnetically decoupled from the magnetic shield and sufficiently small that the AFM layer is structurally coupled with the magnetic shield. The pinned layer resides between the AFM layer and the nonmagnetic spacer layer. The nonmagnetic spacer layer resides between the free layer and the pinned layer.
US08755150B2	Magnetic recording assisted by spin torque oscillator with a radio frequency current bias A design is disclosed for a microwave assisted magnetic recording device wherein direct current and rf current are simultaneously injected from a bias tee into a spin transfer oscillator (STO) between a main pole and write shield to improve the assist process. The STO oscillation layer (OL) has a large angle magnetization oscillation frequency that is locked to a magnetic medium bit resonance frequency f0 when the rf current has a frequency f=f0 and a threshold current density is applied. Alternatively, the OL magnetization oscillation frequency may be adjusted closer to f0 to improve the assist process. A third advantage is lowering the threshold current density when both direct current and rf current are injected into the STO during a write process. The main pole is grounded when direct current and rf current are injected into a write shield.
US08755149B2	Shield designs with internal magnetization control for ATE improvement A magnetic recording head is fabricated with a pole tip shielded laterally on its sides by a pair of symmetrically disposed side shields formed of porous heterogeneous material that contains non-magnetic inclusions. The non-magnetic inclusions, when properly incorporated within the magnetic matrix of the shields, promote the formation of flux loops within the shields that have portions that are parallel to the ABS and do not display locally disorganized and dynamic regions of flux during the creation of magnetic transitions within the recording medium by the magnetic pole. These flux loop portions, combine with the magnetic flux emerging from the main pole to create a net writing field that significantly reduces adjacent track erasures (ATE) and wide area erasures (WATE).
US08755148B1	Disk drive with balance plug having longitudinal retainers Described herein is a disk drive balance plug that includes a substantially cylindrical body defining a first end, a second end, a substantially cylindrical outer surface, and a plug central axis. The balance plug also preferably includes at least one protrusion extending along the cylindrical outer surface between the first and second ends in a direction substantially aligned with the plug central axis.
US08755144B2	Base for motor and hard disk drive including the same A base for a motor, the base including: a base body formed by performing press processing on a steel plate, a base material; an outer wall part defining an outer edge of the base body and formed by being bent from an end portion of the base body; and at least one weight reducing part formed by removing a predetermined region of the outer wall part.
US08755142B2	Magnetic recording disk drive with method for data preservation during high track misregistration (TMR) environment A hard disk drive (HDD) has a high track misregistration (TMR) mode of writing data. If the position error signal (PES) from the servo positioning information exceeds a first write inhibit threshold (WI-1), writing is not inhibited but a high TMR mode of operation is enabled. In high TMR mode, prior to writing data to the target track, the data on the adjacent tracks is read and stored in a buffer. The data to be written to the target track is also stored in the buffer, and is flagged to indicate that the data needs to be written. The data is then written to the target track. However, if during writing the PES exceeds a second threshold (WI-2), then the data from the adjacent encroached track in the buffer is flagged for writing and the process repeated with the encroached track set as the target track.
US08755137B2	Disk drive and method for arranging and managing calibration area in disk drive According to one embodiment, there is provided a disk drive. In the disk drive, a calibration module calibrates a write condition using a first area in a sequential access area on a disk to which data is to be written next time as a calibration area if the calibration is required. A manager enters the calibration area in a management table in association with a physical address of the first area used as the calibration area. A sequential write module continues a sequential writing from a second area following the first area based on skipping the first area.
US08755130B2	Zoom lens device A zoom lens device includes a base barrel, first and second cam barrels connected rotatably to and movable relative to the base barrel, first and second lens barrels connected respectively to the first and second cam barrels, and a driving barrel surrounding and rotatable relative to the base barrel. Rotation of the driving barrel drives the first and second cam barrels to rotate synchronously and move individually along an axis, and therefore causes individual axial movements of the first and second lens barrels along the axis.
US08755129B2	Lens barrel A lens barrel capable of distributing, upon receipt of the impact of, e.g., dropping, a torque load so as not to concentrate on a particular linear movement key and groove for linearly moving a barrel member, thereby suppressing occurrence of a failure. The lens barrel has a fixed barrel (8) and a third lens group barrel (3). In a movement region of the third lens group barrel (3) moving in the optical direction relative to the fixed barrel (8), each of a set of a first linear movement groove (8c) and a first linear movement key (3c) and a set of a second linear movement groove (8d) and a second linear movement key (3d) has a mutually engageable region and a mutually disengageable region, and a set of a groove (8e) and a projection (3e) has not a mutually engageable region.
US08755126B2	Zoom lens and image pickup apparatus including the same A zoom lens includes a first lens unit, a second lens unit, a third lens unit, a fourth lens unit and a fifth lens unit. In the zoom lens, air intervals L2w, L3w between the second lens unit and the third lens unit and between the third lens unit and the fourth lens unit at a wide-angle end, a focal length f1 of the first lens unit, a combined focal length f23w of the second lens unit and the third lens unit at the wide-angle end, a focal length fw of the whole system at the wide-angle end, a zoom ratio Z, and a smallest value L2z1a of the air interval between the second lens unit and the third lens unit in a wide angle zoom range in which a magnification-varying ratio relative to that at the wide-angle end ranges from Z0.02 to Z0.35 are appropriately set.
US08755119B2	Diffractive optical element, optical system and optical apparatus A diffractive optical element is made by layering first and second diffractive gratings. A difference of an extinction coefficient to d-line between the two materials of each of the first and second diffractive grating is larger than 0.0002 and smaller than 0.002. The following conditional expressions are satisfied 0.05<\|Δnd1\|<0.3, 0.05<\|Δnd2\|<0.3, 20<\|Δνd1\|<40, and \|Δνd2\|<15, where Δnd1, Δnd2 are differences of a refractive index to the d-line between the two materials of the first and second diffractive gratings, and Δνd1, Δνd2 are differences of an Abbe number between the two materials of the first and second diffractive gratings.
US08755118B2	Planar, high NA, low loss transmitting or reflecting lenses using sub-wavelength high contrast grating Planar lenses and reflectors are described comprising subwavelength high-contrast gratings (HCG) having high index of refraction grating elements spaced apart from one another in straight and/or curved segments and surrounded by low index material. The high-contrast grating is configured to receive an incident wave which excites multiple modes within the high-contrast grating and is focused for reflection and/or transmission by said high contrast grating. The width of the high contrast grating bars vary along a distribution direction of the grating bars which is perpendicular to the length of the grating bars and/or varies along the length of one or more grating bars to focus said reflection and/or transmission. The HCG is configured to provide double focusing, whose use is exemplified within a vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL) structure using focusing HCG structures for both the top and bottom mirrors.
US08755113B2	Durable, inorganic, absorptive, ultra-violet, grid polarizer An inorganic, dielectric grid polarizer device includes a stack of film layers disposed over a substrate. Each film layer is formed of a material that is both inorganic and dielectric. Adjacent film layers each have different refractive indices. At least one of the film layers is discontinuous to form a form-birefringent layer with an array of parallel ribs having a period less than 400 nm. Another layer, different than the form-birefringent layer, is formed of an optically absorptive material for the ultra-violet spectrum.
US08755108B2	Electrophoretic display device and electronic apparatus An electrophoretic display device includes: an electrophoretic layer which is sandwiched between a first substrate and a second substrate, wherein a disposition area of the electrophoretic layer is constituted by a display area and a sacrifice display area which is provided to surround the display area, and at the second substrate, a printed area which is set outside the display area in a plan view and overlaps an outer peripheral portion of the sacrifice display area is provided.
US08755105B2	Thermally switched reflective optical shutter The thermally switched reflective optical shutter is a self-regulating “switchable mirror” device that reflects up to 100% of incident radiant energy above a threshold temperature, and reflects up to 50% of incident radiant energy below a threshold temperature. Control over the flow of radiant energy occurs independently of the thermal conductivity or insulating value of the device, and may or may not preserve the image and color properties of incoming visible light. The device can be used as a construction material to efficiently regulate the internal temperature and illumination of buildings, vehicles, and other structures without the need for an external power supply or operator signals. The device can be tailored to transmit sufficient visible light to see through in both the transparent and reflective states, while still providing significant control over the total energy transmission across the device.
US08755092B2	Image reading apparatus illuminating a document with point light source and image forming apparatus An image reading apparatus includes an array substrate in which a plurality of point light sources is mounted along the main scanning direction, a light guide member disposed on a surface of the array substrate that mounts the plurality of point light sources, and guiding light from the plurality of point light sources to the document surface, a frame for fixing the light guide member and the array substrate, a positioning unit that determines the positional relationship of the frame with the light guide member and the array substrate in a configuration in which the incident surface of the light guide member is in proximity to or in contact with the plurality of point light sources; and an image reading unit that uses reflected light when illuminating light from the plurality of point light sources through the light guide member onto the document surface to thereby read the document image.
US08755091B2	Method for adding scan data to computer work area A method for adding scan data to a computer work area is provided. The method includes the following steps. Location information corresponding to a registered location of a pointer is received. According to the location information, an image file format is determined. A document is scanned. Next, a scan image file corresponding to the document and the image file format is produced. The scan image file is added to a work area where the pointer is located.
US08755086B2	Image forming apparatus and control method thereof which execute auto color registration An image forming apparatus and a control method thereof which execute auto color registration in consideration of mechanical change factors of both photoconductors and drive rollers. The control method of an image forming apparatus includes photoconductors, an intermediate transfer belt to which developers attached to the photoconductors are transferred, and drive rollers to drive the intermediate transfer belt, test patterns are printed on the intermediate transfer belt by adjusting a printing time interval of the test patterns according to a spatial period of the photoconductors and a spatial period of the drive rollers, if conditions to execute auto color registration (ACR) are satisfied, and ACR is executed according to a signal reflected by the test patterns.
US08755079B2	Image forming apparatus discriminating whether image data of an object to be subjected to transformation processing is stored in a storage unit In a case where a reusable object extracted from a print job and is subjected to transformation processing upon reuse thereof, a print device executes halftone processing taking into account the transformation indicated by the transformation processing for the reusable object, and generates image data to store the generated image data in a cache.
US08755065B2	Print system, print server, control method thereof, and program A client terminal transmits a request to a printing apparatus for a registration web page for registering, in a print server, a printing apparatus used in a print service provided by the print server. The printing apparatus collects configuration information of the printing apparatus in response to reception of the request, and creates link information which contains the collected configuration information and is used to access the print server. The printing apparatus then generates a registration web page containing the created link information, and transmits it to the client terminal. The print server receives the configuration information of the printing apparatus transmitted from the client terminal via the registration web page transmitted to the client terminal. The print server creates printing apparatus information which associates the configuration information with user information of the user of the client terminal, and manages it in a storage medium.
US08755064B2	Information processing apparatus, information processing method, and information processing program protecting security of an object in a document An information processing apparatus includes a generation unit configured, in extracting an object from an input document, to generate object data including a word indicating a characteristic of the object and store the generated word in a storage area, a storage unit configured to store a table holding the word indicating a characteristic of the object associated with a degradation level, and a degradation unit configured, in performing output processing by reusing the object, to determine whether the word indicating a characteristic of the object to be reused is associated with the degradation level, and if it is determined that the word indicating the characteristic of the object is associated with the degradation level, to degrade the object according to the degradation level corresponding to the word indicating the characteristic of the object.
US08755063B2	System and method for transferring a portion of a document print sequence output by a print job source to an automated data processing system A print processor interfaces with a print job source such as an accounting system and a remote automated data processing system. The print processor comprises a print job source interface for receiving a sequence of documents from a print job source. The sequence of documents may comprise a first set of documents and a second set of documents. The first set of documents and the second set of documents may be mutually exclusive subsets of the sequence of documents. Each document of the first set may comprise data content to be directed to the remote automated data processing system. Each document of the second set may be directed to a printer. The print processor may establish a network session to the remote automated data processing system, authenticating to the remote automated data processing system, and transfer each document of the first set to the remote automated data processing system. The print processor may direct transfer of the second set to the printer.
US08755058B1	System and method for self-publication A system and method for self-publishing includes components reflecting an author's intent with respect to other contributors and readers. Embodiments may include an object model which manages permissions to permit contributors to contribute content and services to the book to replace aspects of the traditional publishing process, and to offer new opportunities for republishing a book. A book may be an electronic book comprising context associated with a focus in the book which is reflected in schema underlying the book. Content may be added by contributors, and different versions of the book may be published with the new content. Ratings and other business intelligence may be provided to the original author to aid selection of contributors and content. A resulting book may be published electronically or as a hard copy.
US08755052B2	Shape measuring method A shape-measuring method accurately performs fitting between measured data of a surface to be measured, which is formed based on a design shape having multiple periodical design-level differences, and a design shape. A level-difference region and a level-difference height are specified from a measured point sequence of the surface to be measured. A point sequence is moved by a level-difference height. In other words, a process for eliminating the level difference is performed, and fitting target data without a level difference is obtained. On the other hand, a reference shape without multiple design-level differences is obtained from the design shape. Fitting between the fitting target data and the reference shape is performed by the least square method or the like.
US08755051B2	Scanning device and method for detecting the contour of an object The disclosure relates to a scanning device for detecting the contour of an object. The scanning device has a light source for generating a light pattern on the surface area of the object, and a camera for detecting the light pattern on the surface area of the object. The disclosure describes that the one light source includes at least one incoherent spot light source, and that between the at least one spot light source and the object, a shadow caster defines the light pattern on the surface area of the object. The disclosure also relates to a method for detecting the contour of an object.
US08755050B2	Optical coherence tomography apparatus and operating method thereof An optical coherence tomography apparatus includes a light source, a light coupling module, and an optical path difference generating module. The light source emits a coherent light. The light coupling module divides the coherent light into a first incident light and a second incident light. The first incident light is emitted to an item to be inspected and a first reflected light is generated. The second incident light is emitted to the optical path difference generating module, a second reflected light is generated according to the second incident light by the optical path difference generating module through changing the transparent/reflection properties of at least one optical devices of the optical path difference generating module, so that there is a optical path difference between the first reflected light and the second reflected light.
US08755040B2	Illuminating apparatus, pattern inspection apparatus, and method of forming illuminating light An illuminating apparatus includes a rotating phase plate having a height equal to or less than a wavelength of light from a light source and including a plurality of randomly arranged step regions so as to change a phase of light from the light source by allowing the light beam to pass therethrough; and a fly's eye lens including an array of a plurality of lenses configured to pass the light beam passed through the rotating phase plate, wherein a portion in which a product of a maximum size of the plurality of step regions and an optical magnification from the rotating phase plate to a plane of incidence of the fly's eye lens is equal to or less than an arrangement pitch of the plurality of lenses and a portion in which the product is larger than the arrangement pitch of the plurality of lenses are mixed.
US08755038B2	Optical fiber fault locator A method includes applying pulsed light to a first end of an optical fiber from an optical fault locator during a first distance test. The method includes determining an estimated distance to a fault based on the pulsed light. The method includes sending information indicative of the estimated distance to a remote device. The method also includes applying first visible light from the optical fault locator to the first end of the optical fiber to facilitate identification of the fault at a first site that is remote from the first end of the optical fiber.
US08755037B2	Distance measuring device An optical device is disclosed that may be employed in distance measuring devices. In at least one embodiment, the optical device includes a control unit that is adapted to cause at least one control signal generator unit to generate at least one control signal according to a predetermined temporal function on the basis of an elapsed time from a predetermined point in time. On the basis of the generated at least one control signal, at least one parameter of a receiver unit may be adjusted during the travel time of the optical pulse, wherein the at least one parameter affects the dynamic range of the receiver unit. In this way, the dynamic range of the receiver unit may be increased. A method is further disclosed for operating such an optical device, along with a distance measuring device including such an optical device and a surveying instrument including such a distance measuring device.
US08755034B2	Maskless exposure apparatus and method to determine exposure start position and orientation in maskless lithography According to an example embodiment, a method to determine an exposure start position and orientation includes loading a substrate on a moving table. The substrate includes at least one alignment mark of a first set of alignment marks of a first pattern layer patterned thereon. At least one alignment mark of a second set of alignment marks of a second pattern layer is exposed on the substrate using maskless lithography. A position of the at least one alignment mark of the first set of alignment marks and a position of the at least one alignment mark of the second set of alignment marks on the substrate is measured. A relative orientation difference between a desired exposure start orientation and an obtained exposure start orientation is acquired using the measured positions of the at least one alignment mark of the first set of alignment marks and the at least one alignment mark of the second set of alignment marks. A relative position difference between a desired exposure start position and an obtained start position is acquired using the measured positions of the at least one alignment mark of the first set of alignment marks and the at least one alignment mark of the second set of alignment marks. An exposure start position and orientation compensated using the relative position difference and the relative orientation difference is determined.
US08755033B2	Lithographic apparatus and device manufacturing method involving a barrier to collect liquid A substrate table of an immersion lithographic apparatus is disclosed which comprises a barrier configured to collect liquid. The barrier surrounds the substrate and is spaced apart from the substrate. In this way any liquid which is spilt from the liquid supply system can be collected to reduce the risk of contamination of delicate components of the lithographic projection apparatus.
US08755030B2	Lithographic apparatus and device manufacturing method A lithographic apparatus includes an illumination system configured to condition a radiation beam; a support constructed to support a patterning device, the patterning device being capable of imparting the radiation beam with a pattern in its cross-section to form a patterned radiation beam; a substrate table constructed to hold a substrate; and a projection system configured to project the patterned radiation beam onto a target portion of the substrate. An optical element of the projection system is adjustable. The lithographic apparatus includes a controller to control the adjustable optical element. The controller is arranged to drive the optical element so as to at least partly compensate for a magnification resulting from a bending of the patterning device.
US08755027B2	Lithographic apparatus and device manufacturing method involving fluid mixing and control of the physical property of a fluid A fluid system to provide a fluid including liquid in a part of a lithographic apparatus, the fluid system including a manifold to mix a first liquid component and a second component to form the fluid in the part of the lithographic apparatus, a controller to control a physical property of the fluid by controlling the amount of the first and/or second component used to form the fluid, and a measuring device to measure a property of the fluid and to make feedback available to the controller, wherein the controller is configured to control the physical property of the fluid based on the measured property.
US08755026B2	Lithographic apparatus and a device manufacturing method An immersion lithographic apparatus is disclosed that includes a table having a surface and a sensor, or a target for a sensor, or both, the sensor and/or target having a first area which is lyophobic to immersion liquid and a second area which is lyophilic to immersion liquid, and a liquid displacement device configured to displace liquid on the sensor and/or target, the liquid displacement device comprising a gas outlet opening configured to direct a gas flow toward the first and second areas, wherein a property of a part of the gas flow directed to the first area is different to a property of a part of the gas flow directed to the second area.
US08755024B2	Image display device using a diffractive lens wherein the diffractive lens comprises a first electrode array and a second electrode array and operates as a fresnel zone plate The present invention relates to an image display device using a diffractive lens. An image display device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention includes a display panel displaying an image, and a diffractive lens for the image of the display panel to be recognized as a two-dimensional (2D) image or a three-dimensional (3D) image, wherein the diffractive lens modifies a path of light by using an optical principle of a Fresnel zone plate.
US08755023B2	Grey-scale holographic structure and system for generating a millimeter-wave collimated wavefront in a compact range Embodiments of a grey-scale holographic structure and system for generating a collimated wavefront in a compact range are generally described herein. In some embodiments, the grey-scale holographic structure comprising millimeter-wave transmissive material having a surface arranged to provide differing amounts of phase-delay to an incident millimeter-wave wavefront as the incident wavefront passes through the material. The grey-scale holographic structure may comprises a plurality of layers (N) to provide a phase total delay of lambda which results from a series tuned layers, each having a thickness of a wavelength/N. Each layer provides a predetermined amount of phase delay allowing the structure to operate as a phase-delay hologram.
US08755022B2	Liquid crystal display cell with fast response and continuous gray scale The invention relates to liquid crystal display cells with fast response and continuous gray scale. The liquid crystal cell is based on a field-sequential color system (“FSC”) and comprises a chiral smectic liquid crystal whose helix pitch is less than thickness of liquid crystal layer placed between two polarizers, as well as a source of voltage applied to electrodes of the cell, wherein the amplitude of the applied voltage is less than the critical voltage amplitude of the helix unwinding. The liquid crystal has one steady state corresponding to twisted helix without applied voltage. In this case, the principal optical axis coincides with the helical axes, but deviates from steady state under the action of a driving voltage, providing thereby an electro-optical response of the display which exhibits gray scale in light transmission or reflection that is continuous, hysteretic-free and non-sensitive to the driving voltage polarity, if the steady orientation of the principle axes is parallel or perpendicular to the light polarization plane and the driving voltage frequency is between 10 Hz and 5 kHz. In embodiments with very short helix pitches, the cells may be free from selective reflection and diffraction in the visible spectral range. Different embodiments of the invention may use ferroelectric liquid crystal, ferroelectric liquid crystal, or antiferroelectric liquid crystal.
US08755020B2	Liquid crystal display device A region of the first substrate and the second substrate enclosed by a sealant is a rectangle. The rectangle includes a central region, a pair of first regions between which the central region is interposed in a major-axis direction of the rectangle, a pair of second regions between which the central region is interposed in a minor-axis direction of the rectangle, and a peripheral region that surrounds the central region, the pair of first regions, and the pair of second regions. The spacers are disposed in the central region and the peripheral region except the pair of first regions and the pair of second regions. In the peripheral region, a width from each of the first regions to one long side of the rectangle in an outward direction is larger than a width from one of the second regions to the one long side in the outward direction.
US08755013B2	Liquid crystal display device and method of manufacturing the same A liquid crystal display device includes an array substrate, an opposite substrate and a liquid crystal display layer. The array substrate includes a pixel electrode and a lower reactive mesogen layer. The pixel electrode includes a plurality of slit portions disposed on a plurality of domains in different directions. The lower reactive mesogen layer is disposed on the pixel electrode to induce an inclined direction of liquid crystal molecules. The opposite substrate includes an upper substrate. An upper reactive mesogen layer is disposed on a common electrode of the opposite substrate. The liquid crystal layer includes liquid crystal molecules arranged to have a pretilt angle between a surface of the lower reactive mesogen layer and a surface of the upper reactive mesogen layer.
US08755012B2	Display device A display device includes a plastic substrate and a thin film transistor layer including at least one thin film transistor. The thin film transistor layer is disposed on the plastic substrate via a resin film having no viscosity or adhesion and an adhesive film. The resin film has a first surface formed on a first surface of the thin film transistor layer, the first surface of the thin film transistor layer being at one side of the plastic substrate, and the adhesive film is formed on a second surface of the resin film, the second surface of the resin film being at the one side of the plastic substrate, and the resin film is attached to the plastic substrate by the adhesive film.
US08754988B2	Blur detection with local sharpness map A single-ended blur detection probe and method with a local sharpness map for analyzing a video image sequence uses two sets of edge filters, one for “fast edges” and the other for “slow edges.” Each set of edge filters includes a horizontal bandpass filter, a vertical bandpass filter and a pair of orthogonal diagonal filters where the frequency response of the fast edge filters overlap the frequency response of the slow edge filters. The video image sequence is input to each filter of each set, and the output absolute values are combined with weighting factors to produce a slow edge weighted sum array and a fast edge weighted sum arra. The respective weighted sum arrays are then decimated to produce a slow edge decimated array and a fast edge decimated array. The ratio of the maximum difference value between the decimated arrays and the maximum value from the fast edge decimated array, weighted by an appropriate factor, produces a localized maximum sharpness value, the log of which produces a dimensionless blur value.
US08754984B2	System and method for video caption re-overlaying for video adaptation and retargeting In accordance with an embodiment, a method of processing an electronic image having caption text includes receiving the electronic source image, detecting the caption text in the electronic source image, reformatting the electronic source image, reformatting the caption text, and overlaying the reformatted caption text on the reformatted electronic image to form a resultant image.
US08754965B2	Image processing apparatus and method for removing lens distortion and chromatic aberration, and computer readable medium storing computer program to execute the image processing method An image processing apparatus for processing an input image generated by an image pick-up device from an optical signal passing through a lens includes a first module comprising a plurality of chromatic aberration correction units that correct chromatic aberration in the input image; a second module, configured independently of the first module in terms of hardware, comprising a lens distortion correction unit that corrects lens distortion in the input image; a memory that stores data; and a bus connected to the first module, the second module, and the memory, and that transfers data between the first module, the second module, and the memory. The data is transferred in an on-the-fly method between the plurality of chromatic aberration correction units of the first module. The first module outputs data processed in units of blocks that are units for processing the data of the input image in the first module. The second module performs lens distortion correction when the data of the input image of a block is output from the first module.
US08754959B2	Image processing device, dynamic image reproduction device, and processing method and program in them An optical-flow calculating unit (122) detects the amount of movement of an image capturing apparatus at the time of shooting a shot moving image. A camerawork-parameter calculating unit (123) calculates transformation parameters on the basis of the amount of movement. An image transforming unit (160) transforms a captured image on the basis of the transformation parameters. An image combining unit (180) combines the transformed captured image with a history image. A display unit (260) displays, as a representative image, the history image generated by the image combining unit (180) from a certain number of images among captured images. When a selecting operation of selecting a position in the displayed representative image is accepted, a selecting unit (240) selects a recording position of the moving image on the basis of the selected position. A display control unit (250) plays the moving image, starting from the selected recording position of the moving image. Accordingly, a desired moving image can be quickly retrieved when captured moving images are browsed. Also, a desired frame can be quickly retrieved from the retrieved moving image.
US08754956B2	Pseudo-digital average sub sampling method and apparatus A method of k*k subsampling, where k is an integer greater than one, a full frame readout on a plurality of pixels arranged in rows and columns, each pixel belonging to one of at least two sets, a first set configured to sense a first value of an image parameter and a second set configured to sense a second value of the image parameter, the method including sampling signals of k pixels of at least one set in a first row to output subsampled signals, converting the subsampled signals into digital signals having a lower resolution than the full frame readout, repeating sampling and converting for k rows, and adding digital signals for the first to kth rows within the at least one set.
US08754954B2	High resolution high contrast edge projection Generating a high definition projected illumination pattern from a substantially lower resolution digital projector array involves: selectively illuminating a connected set of pixels to produce a pixellated, high contrast edge feature, and positioning an anisotropically blurring optical element (ABOE) between a light source of the projector array and the projection. The ABOE applies an anisotropic blur pattern to pixels of the at least one connected set, to locally preferentially blur the pixel more (and preferably substantially only) in a direction of equally or more strongly illuminated pixels, and not in directions of less illuminated pixels. Preferably a contour of the connected set has no beginning or end within a periphery of the illumination plane, and has bounded curvature, permitting simple ABOEs to be used. Several images each having several or many edges can be produced using a same ABOE. The ABOE may alleviate interpixel gap effects for non-edge pixels too.
US08754948B2	Customizing digital image transfer A digital camera is disclosed for capturing digital images and organizing the captured images for subsequent transfer from the digital camera to an external device that utilizes the digital images. The digital camera includes a database having a plurality of customized profiles, wherein each customized profile contains a plurality of image utilization fields. A user selects one of the plurality of customized profiles from the database. The digital camera further includes a structure for defining a plurality of profile indices respectively corresponding to ones of the plurality of customized profiles, and an image sensor for capturing images. A profile index is associated with at least one captured image to identify the corresponding selected customized profile. The digital camera further includes a memory for receiving and storing the at least one captured image and the corresponding profile index.
US08754946B2	Wireless video surveillance system and method with two-way locking of input capture devices A method for locking communication between at least one wireless input capture device ICD(s) and a corresponding digital input recorder (DIR) and/or another ICD, including the steps of providing base system; at least one user accessing the DIR via user interface either directly or remotely; the DIR and/or ICD searching for signal from the ICD(s) and establishing communication with them; and locking the ICDs to send wireless data exclusively to that DIR and/or ICD; and/or the DIR and/or ICD locking itself for exclusive communication with the locked ICDs, thereby providing a secure surveillance system for a target environment.
US08754944B2	Stereoscopic format converter A device and method for converting one stereoscopic format into another. A software-enabled matrix is used to set forth predefined relationships between one type of format as an input image and another type of format as an output image. The matrix can then be used as a look-up table that defines a correspondence between input pixels and output pixels for the desired format conversion.
US08754943B2	Method and apparatus for protecting troops A method and apparatus for protecting the troops when they exit an armored vehicle is provided by utilizing the universal tail light assembly and providing the assembly with wide field-of-view cameras and other sensors, with screens or displays located within the vehicle to provide situational awareness of the rear of the vehicle, thus to alert troops and their commanders as to external threats prior to troop deployment. In one embodiment, two wide-angle infrared cameras are retrofitted to existing universal tail light assemblies to either side of the vehicle, with the cameras having overlapping fields of view to permit generation of a panoramic view. Moreover, additional sensors such as ultrasonic sensors, LIDARs and laser range finders can be located in the universal tail light assembly, with the subject system not requiring breach of the already-existing armor for the vehicle.
US08754941B1	Multi-imager video camera with frame-by-frame view switching One embodiment relates to a method of outputting multiple views from a networked camera. Each imager of an array of imagers in the camera captures image frames and transmits the captured image frames to an associated image flow processor. Each image flow processor processes the captured image frames and transmits the processed image frames to a multi-imager video processor. An updating of parameters for said processing by each image flow processor is performed on a frame-by-frame basis. Another embodiment relates to a video camera including a plurality of imagers, a plurality of image flow processors, a multi-imager video processor, and a plurality of update queues. Other embodiments and features are also disclosed.
US08754937B2	Video signal processing apparatus and image display apparatus Disclosed is a video signal processing apparatus including a telecine conversion signal detecting unit configured to detect whether or not an input video signal in an interlaced system is a telecine converted video signal; an IP converting unit configure to convert the input video signal into a signal in a progressive system according to a detected result obtained by the telecine conversion signal detecting unit; and a noise level detecting unit configured to detect a noise level of the input video signal. The video signal processing apparatus further includes a control unit configured to control a detection sensitivity of the telecine conversion signal detecting unit such that the input video signal is detected as the telecine converted video signal less easily if a noise level is increased based on the detected result obtained from the noise level detecting unit.
US08754935B2	Microstructure inspection method, microstructure inspection apparatus, and microstructure inspection program A microstructure inspection method which inspects an angle of a sidewall of a sample microstructure pattern, the method including: taking SEM photographs of the sample microstructure pattern under plural SEM conditions; measuring a width of a white band at an edge portion of the sample microstructure pattern in the SEM photographs; and calculating the angle of the sidewall of the sample microstructure pattern on the basis of an amount of change in the width of the white band due to the change between the plural SEM conditions.
US08754930B2	Video transmission device, video display device, video display system, video transmission method and computer program Provided is a video transmission device that includes: a transmission signal output portion that outputs a video signal that causes two-dimensional video or three-dimensional video to be displayed, an audio signal that causes audio to be output, and a control signal including information relating to the video signal and the audio signal; and a control portion that controls content of the control signal output from the transmission signal output portion. When the video signal switches from three-dimensional video to two-dimensional video, the control portion does not stop output of the video signal from the transmission signal output portion, and controls the transmission signal output portion such that information indicating that the video signal output from the transmission signal output portion has switched to two-dimensional video is included in information indicating that the video signal is three-dimensional video that is output from the transmission signal output portion.
US08754918B2	Optical scanner and image forming apparatus including same An optical scanner includes a housing, a light source, a polygon mirror, an optical device, and a holder. The housing includes a mounting portion. The light source projects light. The polygon mirror is enclosed within the housing and rotates to deflect the light projected from the light source. The optical device is disposed substantially near the polygon mirror. The holder is disposed within the housing and attached to the housing at the mounting portion, and holds the optical device in place. A distance L1 between a center of rotation of the polygon mirror and the optical device is shorter than a distance L2 between the center of rotation of the polygon mirror and the mounting portion. An image forming apparatus includes the optical scanner.
US08754906B2	Diagnosis assisting system, diagnosis assisting method, and computer readable recording medium having diagnosis assisting program recorded thereon A plurality of sets volume data obtained for a specified subject on different imaging dates/times are selected. At least one image for observation is generated for each selected set of volume data for the specified subject. Layered images are generated by positioning and overlapping the generated plurality of images for observation. The layered images are arranged on a predetermined screen, and operations that move a point along a temporal axis on the screen are detected. The display of each image for observation that constitutes the layered image arranged on the screen is changed based on the detected operations.
US08754904B2	Virtualization method of vertical-synchronization in graphics systems Vertical synchronization (v-sync) in prior art prevents video tearing artifacts by keeping the video pipeline synchronized with the monitor. Such technique keeps the frame rate of the rendering engine equal to monitor's refresh rate. However, it suffers from two substantial shortcomings: performance limitations and input lag, both of which are critical in real-time applications such as video games and professional applications (e.g. 3D CAD). The different embodiments of present invention, termed virtual vertical-synchronization (Virtual v-sync), eliminate tearing artifacts, while solving the shortfall of performance by shortening or dropping undisplayed frames, and solving the input lags by removing frame blocking. Any frame rate is achievable, independently of the monitor refresh. Two additional uses of the virtual vertical-synchronization are cloud gaming improvement and power consumption control.
US08754901B2	Identifying and generating color and texture video cohorts based on video input A computer system generates video based cohorts. Digital video data is processed to identify a set of color and texture based attributes associated with clothing worn by a set of objects. The digital video data comprises metadata describing the set of objects. The set of color and texture based attributes are analyzed using cohort criteria to form a result. The cohort criteria specify attributes that are associated with members of a given cohort. A set of cohorts is generated based on the result. Each cohort in the set of cohorts comprises a subset of objects from the set of objects that share at least one color and texture based attribute in common.
US08754899B2	Partition-free multi-socket memory system architecture A technique to increase memory bandwidth for throughput applications. In one embodiment, memory bandwidth can be increased, particularly for throughput applications, without increasing interconnect trace or pin count by pipelining pages between one or more memory storage areas on half cycles of a memory access clock.
US08754888B2	Systems and methods for segmenting three dimensional image volumes A method is provided for segmenting three-dimensional (3D) image volumes. The method includes obtaining a 3D volume data set corresponding to an imaged volume, rendering at least a portion of the 3D volume data set based on 3D rendering settings, and creating a two-dimensional (2D) segmentation of the rendered 3D volume data set. The method further includes segmenting the 3D volume data set using the 2D segmentation and the 3D rendering settings to define a 3D region of interest within the 3D volume data set.
US08754885B1	Street-level zooming with asymmetrical frustum An exemplary method for navigating a virtual camera in a three dimensional environment includes determining a point at an off-center location of a viewport of the virtual camera. The point corresponds to a user selection, and the virtual camera defines a field of view to view content of the three dimensional environment. The method also includes rotating the virtual camera toward the off-center location such that the point is located at a center location of the viewport. The method further includes zooming the virtual camera toward the point located at the center location of the viewport. The method also includes after the zooming the virtual camera, re-rotating the virtual camera such that the point is located at the off-center location of the viewport. The method further includes after the re-rotating, rendering the content from a projection of the viewport.
US08754869B2	Surface capacitance with area gestures A surface capacitance touch sensitive surface (or “surface cap panel”) suitable for use in a touch screen or touchpad, wherein the surface cap panel has a substantially even coating of a conductive material on a non-conductive substrate and then covering the conductive material with a dielectric material, wherein a novel current measuring circuit reduces the effect of stray capacitance on the accuracy of a current measurement so that the relative X and Y position of an object on the surface cap panel can be determined using simple ratio equations, and wherein measuring the charge transfer rate in a measuring circuit, in addition to the total charge transfer for each toggle event, enables the location of two objects to be identified on the surface cap panel, wherein the charge transfer rate is used to determine the distance between two points of contact on the surface cap panel, and wherein height and width information related to the distance between the two points of contact can now be determined by doubling the number of electrodes at the corners of the surface cap panel.
US08754865B2	Medical measuring system and method A method of performing measurements on medical images with a bedside controller includes receiving, through a touch-sensitive display on the bedside controller, a user measurement input on an image displayed on the display, the user measurement input including a start point defined by a point of initial contact with the touch-sensitive display and an end point defined by a point of last contact with the touch-sensitive display. The method also includes selecting a measurement mode based on a shape of the user measurement input and calculating a measurement value associated with the user measurement input based on the measurement mode.
US08754863B2	Fixed display system interaction with a communication device A fixed display system that can interact with a communication device includes a display system including a fixed display operable to display information. A sensor is operable to provide a first signature upon an occurrence of a predetermined event, and the communication device is also operable to provide a second signature upon the occurrence of the same predetermined event. A processor compares the first and second signatures and determines whether these first and second signatures describe the same predetermined event, whereupon the processor initiates a communication session between the display system and the communication device. In addition, personal information of the user on the communication device may be used locally or partially/fully transferred to the display system to provide a personalized interactive experience for the user.
US08754857B2	Display apparatus, display apparatus driving method, and electronic device Disclosed herein is a display apparatus including: a display block configured to have a plurality of picture elements; a switch arranged inside the display block and configured to be closed by an external pressure; a detection block configured to detect whether the switch is closed based on a comparison between a signal supplied from the switch and a reference signal; a precharge block configured to give a precharge potential to a wire conducting with one of electrodes of the switch before detection is executed in the detection block; and a detection block potential supply block configured to give a predetermined potential to a wire conducting with the other electrode of the switch before detection is executed in the detection block.
US08754856B2	Multi-touch surface interaction A computing device including a multi-touch surface, and a method of operation thereof are described. The method comprises: detecting a customer's hand placed palm downwards on the multi-touch surface and detecting the customer's hand pivoting upwards from the detected palm downwards position so that an edge of the hand is placed on the multi-touch surface. The method also comprises displaying a private interaction window located adjacent to, and on the palm side of, the customer's hand; and communicating private data on the private interaction window. The private interaction window is dimensioned to be shielded by the customer's hand.
US08754841B2	Display driver In a display driver, a first backlight control unit using a histogram and a second backlight control unit using an optical sensor can be used in combination. The display driver includes a PWM generating unit setting a control signal value consisting of a product of a luminance rate of X % and a luminance rate of Y % as a luminance rate of a control signal for controlling a backlight with respect to maximum backlight luminance when a luminance rate of a control signal obtained by first backlight control with respect to the maximum backlight luminance is X % and a luminance rate of a control signal obtained by second backlight control with respect to the maximum backlight luminance is Y %.
US08754837B2	Liquid crystal driving circuit and liquid crystal display device A liquid crystal driving circuit is disclosed which carries out time-division driving with respect to each pixel constituting a liquid crystal display panel by causing a bright and dark frame period and a positive and negative frame period to be different from each other, the bright and dark frame period being a period of brightness and darkness of luminance at which to drive the each pixel, the positive and negative frame period being a period of polarities of a voltage to be applied to liquid crystal of the each pixel.
US08754831B2	Changing between display device viewing modes Embodiments that relate facilitating the viewing of images on a mobile device are disclosed. For example, one disclosed embodiment provides a mobile device including a display screen and an image display system configured to selectively switch between a first viewing mode in which an image comprising a first amount of visual information is displayed at a first apparent distance from the display screen and a second viewing mode in which an image comprising a second, different amount of visual information is displayed at a second apparent distance from the display screen. The mobile device further includes a controller in communication with the image display system, wherein the controller is configured to switch between the first viewing mode and the second viewing mode.
US08754828B2	Master synchronization for multiple displays In an embodiment, a display apparatus includes multiple physical interface circuits (PHYs) couple to respective displays. In a mirror mode, the PHYs may operate as masters. A primary master PHY may control a synchronization interface to one or more secondary master PHYs. The synchronization interface may include a start of frame signal that the primary master PHY may generate to indicate the beginning of a new frame. The secondary master PHYs may be configured to generate internal start of frame signals while independently processing the same display data as the primary master. If the internally-generated start of frame and the received start of frame occur within a window of tolerance of each other, then the secondary masters may continue to process the display data stream independently. A secondary master that detects the start of frames occur outside of the window of tolerance may resynchronize.
US08754824B2	Slim triple band antenna array for cellular base stations The present invention refers to a triple-band antenna array for cellular base stations operating at a first frequency band and at a second frequency band within a first frequency range, and also at a third frequency band within a second frequency range. Said triple-band antenna array comprises a first set of radiating elements operating at the first frequency band, a second set of radiating elements operating at the second frequency band, a third set of radiating elements operating at both the third and the first frequency bands, and a fourth set of radiating elements operating at both the third and the second frequency bands. The radiating elements are arranged in such a way that at least some of the radiating elements of the first set are interlaced with at least some of the radiating elements of the third set, and at least some of the radiating elements of the second set are interlaced with at least some of the radiating elements of said fourth set. Further the invention relates to a slim triple-band base station for mobile/cellular services that includes in its radiating part two or more of said triple-band antenna arrays.
US08754820B2	Antenna apparatus provided with electromagnetic coupling adjuster and antenna element excited through multiple feeding points An antenna apparatus includes a first feeding point and a second feeding point provided at respective positions on an antenna element. The antenna element is excited through the first and second feeding points simultaneously so as to operate as a first antenna portion and a second antenna portion simultaneously, the first antenna portion and the second antenna portion correspond to the first and second feeding points, respectively. The antenna element further includes, between the first and second feeding points, an electromagnetic coupling adjuster for making an amount of isolation between the first and second antenna portions.
US08754819B2	Antenna system including a circularly polarized antenna An antenna system includes a circularly polarized (CP) antenna for receiving and/or transmitting a circularly polarized RF signal. The CP antenna includes a pair of radiating patches each having an elongated shape. An elongated axis is defined along a longest length of each of the radiating patches. The elongated axes are disposed generally perpendicular to one another to generate the circular polarization. A coplanar waveguide feeding element is disposed between the radiating patches for feeding RF signals from and/or to the radiating patches via electromagnetic coupling. A width of the slot of the coplanar waveguide is varied to provide impedance matching of the CP antenna with a transmission line.
US08754812B2	Method and system for determining the location of an electronic device using multi-tone frequency signals Embodiments of the present invention include a method of determining a location of a mobile device. The method comprises transmitting a signal between a plurality of known locations and receiving signal at device of unknown location such as a mobile device. The signal may include multiple tones having different frequencies and resulting in sets of residual phase differences. The location of the mobile device may be determined using the known locations and the frequency and phase differences between the transmitted tones. In one embodiment, OFDM signals may be used between an access point and mobile device, for example, to determine the location of the mobile device.
US08754806B2	Pulse radar receiver A pulse radar receiver includes a power splitter configured to split a transmit (TX) trigger signal for generating a TX pulse, a phase-locked loop (PLL) configured to receive a division ratio and the TX trigger signal split by the power splitter, and generate a sampling frequency, and a sampler configured to sample a reflected wave received through an RX antenna, according to the sampling frequency generated by the PLL. Accordingly, it is possible to provide a high distance resolution by generating a sampling frequency with a difference from a TX pulse to sample a reflected wave received through an RX antenna. Thus, it is possible to overcome a limitation in the distance resolution due to the pulse width and to measure a minute movement at a short distance. Therefore, the pulse radar receiver is applicable to high range resolution radar applications such as a living body measuring radar.
US08754798B2	High-speed successive-approximation-register analog-to-digital converter and method thereof In one embodiment, a SAR (successive-approximation register) ADC (analog-to-digital converter) comprising: a plurality of capacitors, a switch controlled by a sampling signal for connecting a common node to a ground node when the sampling signal is asserted; a plurality of switching networks controlled by the sampling signal and a plurality of control bits comprising a respective grounding bit and a respective data bit, each of the plurality of switching networks for connecting a bottom plate of a respective capacitor to an analog input signal, a ground node, a first reference voltage, or a second reference voltage depending on the asserted signal or bit; a comparator for detecting a polarity of a voltage at the common node and outputting a binary decision along with a complementary binary decision when a comparing signal is asserted; a logic gate for receiving the binary decision and the complementary binary decision and outputting a ready signal indicating whether a decision is readily made; a timer for receiving the comparing signal and outputting a time out signal; and a SAR logic for receiving the binary decision, the ready signal, and the time out signal and outputting the sampling signal, the comparing signal, the plurality of control bits, and an output data.
US08754796B2	D/A conversion circuit and semiconductor device A D/A conversion circuit in accordance with the present invention, which is provided with a switch swD, allows a writing operation of a voltage (a true gradation voltage) to be performed at a higher speed by first applying a first voltage (a voltage close to the true gradation voltage), which is supplied without passing through a resistor element, to an output line and then applying a second voltage (the true gradation voltage), which is supplied via the resistor element, to the output line. Thus, the present invention can provide a D/A conversion circuit capable of writing display data to liquid crystal cells with higher precision at higher speed, and a semiconductor device utilizing such a D/A conversion circuit.
US08754795B2	Integrators for delta-sigma modulators Methods, systems and devices are disclosed. Among the disclosed devices is an electronic device that, in certain embodiments, includes a plurality of memory elements or imaging elements connected to a bit-line and a delta-sigma modulator connected to the bit-line. The delta-sigma modulator may include an integrator having a differential amplifier.
US08754789B2	Power management system and method for mobile applications using location based services A power manager for mobile applications using location based services. Generally described, the system and method manages power of a wireless device by adjusting the sampling rate of mobile applications that use location based services. In one illustrative embodiment, the power can be managed by establishing a schedule. The schedule can include settings such as a start time, end time, interval, and duration. These settings can be used to establish a window of time whereby multiple location samplings can take place. The schedule can minimize the user's involvement on a continual basis by allowing manual and automatic scheduling. The power manager can include, but is not limited to, three features to provide better power management for the wireless device. These can include scheduling for location sampling, automatic and learned scheduling, and frequency and duration dynamic modification. Through the power manager, the power supply on the wireless device can be maximized.
US08754788B2	Communication device, communication method, road-to-vehicle and inter-vehicle communications system, program and recording medium Provided is a communication device mounted in a vehicle or disposed at the roadside, which can adaptively and efficiently manage positional information relating to directly communicable surrounding in-vehicle communication devices and surrounding roadside communication devices and can stably transmit information to a specified communication destination even when the positional relationship between vehicles frequently changes. The communication device is provided with a surrounding communication device information table for holding positional information relating to other communication devices received from the other communication devices and receipt times and a transmission destination determination unit for, when transmission destination position/area information indicating the position or area of a communication device that is a communication destination is accepted, determining a communication device with which communication is to be established on the basis of the transmission destination position/area information and the contents held in the surrounding communication device information table and making a transmission destination setting signal.
US08754787B2	Marine security system There is proposed a marine security system which comprises at least two different monitoring elements (IRC, IRS) and a controller (PC) connected thereto in particular for warding off pirates, said controller triggering an alarm and/or activating alarm devices as a function of the displays or outputs of the different monitoring elements. In addition, at least two separate line or conduit systems (LA, LB) and outlets (DA, DB) connected thereto are provided, from which at least one substance can be discharged. In the event of an alarm, at least one substance is specifically supplied to the outlets (DA, DB), wherein said outlets are installed in different locations or sections (A1-A5, B1-B5) of the hull (S) and can be specifically activated there. The outlets (DA, DB) may also have different designs in order to optimally discharge the respective substance, for example by atomizing, nebulizing, spraying or pouring.
US08754780B2	Systems and methods for monitoring and controlling remote devices Embodiments of the present invention are generally directed to a system for monitoring a variety of environmental and/or other conditions within a defined remotely located region. Such a system may be configured to monitor utility meters in a defined area. The system is implemented by using a plurality of wireless transmitters, wherein each wireless transmitter is integrated into a sensor adapted to monitor a particular data input. The system also includes a plurality of transceivers that are dispersed throughout the region at defined locations. The system uses a local gateway to translate and transfer information from the transmitters to a dedicated computer on a network. The dedicated computer, collects, compiles, and stores the data for retrieval upon client demand across the network. The computer further includes means for evaluating the received information and identifying an appropriate control signal, the system further including means for applying the control signal at a designated actuator. Other aspects, features, and embodiments are also claimed and described.
US08754760B2	Methods and apparatuses for informing an occupant of a vehicle of surroundings of the vehicle Methods and apparatuses for informing an occupant of a vehicle of surroundings of the vehicle are provided. A recording unit of the vehicle generates at least two images, which contain different road sections of a road plane in the surroundings of the vehicle. The at least two images are processed by an image processing unit, which generates a depiction in which the at least two images are imaged on a virtual road plane that is displayed in perspective. The depiction is displayed on a display unit in the interior of the vehicle.
US08754757B1	Automatic fitting of haptic effects A system is provided that automatically generates one or more haptic effects from source data, such as audio source data. The system fits the one or more haptic effects to the source data by analyzing the source data and identifying one or more haptic effects that are the most similar to the source data. The system matches the identified one or more haptic effects with the source data. The system subsequently outputs the identified one or more haptic effects.
US08754752B2	RFID location systems and methods A system for locating RFID tags includes several RFID readers. A first RFID reader transmits a single RF signal at a particular time to a tag to be located. Each of the RFID readers receives a signal backscattered off the tag from the single RF signal that is transmitted by the first RFID reader. Each of the RFID readers extracts at least one measured position parameter from the signal backscattered off the tag. At least one RFID reader determines the location of the tag by using the measured position parameters extracted from the signal backscattered off the tag from the single RF signal transmitted at the particular time from the first RFID reader. All measured position parameters used in determining the location of the tag are extracted from the signal backscattered off the tag from the single transmission at the particular time from the first RFID reader.
US08754744B2	Integrated real estate showing scheduling and key dispensing system A system and method for dispensing a key from a key kiosk disposed at a realtor's office near a real property based on a showing appointment scheduled with a showing scheduling system. The appointment, including a date and time, as well as an authorized user is communicated from the showing scheduling system to the key kiosk. The user then authenticates herself or himself to the kiosk at the appropriate time, and the key is dispensed.
US08754739B2	Reactor A reactor having a good heat dissipation effect is provided. The reactor includes one coil formed by winding a wire, a magnetic core arranged inside and outside the coil and forming a closed magnetic circuit, and a case for housing an assembly of the coil and the magnetic core. An end surface of the coil has a race track shape, and the coil is housed in the case such that the axial direction of the coil is parallel to an outer bottom surface of the case. A part of an outer peripheral surface of the coil is covered with the magnetic core (outer core portion), and a remaining part thereof not covered with the magnetic core is contacted with an inner bottom surface of the case. Since a part (mainly a linear portion) of the outer peripheral surface of the coil is directly contacted with the inner bottom surface of the case, heat of the coil can be directly dissipated such that the heat is released through the case to an installation target, e.g., a water cooling base, on which the case is installed. Thus, the reactor has a good heat dissipation effect.
US08754737B2	Large inductance integrated magnetic induction devices and methods of fabricating the same Methods and apparatus described herein are associated with integrated magnetic induction devices. A magnetic induction device can include a groove formed in a substrate, a magnetic core included in the groove and surrounded by a conductive winding that is adjacent to portion(s) of the substrate, and respective insulation layers included between the substrate and the conductive winding and between the magnetic core and the conductive winding. An inductor can further include conductive vias formed in the substrate and connected to respective portions of the conductive winding. Further, a transformer can include a groove formed in a substrate, a closed-loop/gapped magnetic core included in the groove and surrounded by first and second conductive windings that are adjacent to respective portions of the substrate, and respective insulation layers formed between the substrate and the first and second conductive windings, and between the closed-loop/gapped magnetic core and the first and second conductive windings.
US08754725B2	Integrated lossy low-pass filter An apparatus for filtering a signal is disclosed. The apparatus includes a conductive line affixed to a surface of a substrate. For a signal received at an end of the conductive line, the apparatus is configured to filter at least a portion of the frequency components of the signal. First and second resistive films are adjacent to a respective side of the conductive line along a first side of each of the first and second resistive films, respectively. The first and second resistive films have a first resistivity. Third and fourth resistive films adjacent to a respective one of the first and second resistive films along a second side of each of the first and second resistive films. Each second side of the first and second resistive films extends beyond the third and fourth resistive films. The third and fourth resistive films have a second resistivity.
US08754723B2	Electronic component including directional coupler External electrodes are provided on a bottom surface of a laminate, and are connected to both ends of a main line and both ends of a sub-line, respectively. A warpage prevention conductor is provided on an insulating material layer that is provided on a top surface side of the laminate with respect to insulating material layers to which the main line is provided and with respect to insulating material layers to which the sub-line is provided. The warpage prevention conductor overlaps with the external electrodes when seen from a z-axis direction in a plan view. A conductor layer that is not connected to the main line or the sub-line is not provided on any of the insulating material layers provided on a bottom surface side of the laminate with respect to the insulating material layer on which the warpage prevention conductor is provided.
US08754713B2	PLL circuit with improved phase difference detection In an ADPLL composed of a digital circuit, a technique improving phase difference detection in a vicinity of a phase difference of 0 (zero) is provided. A feedback loop comprises a PFD comparing phases and frequencies of a reference signal and a feedback signal, a TDC converting an output of the PFD into a digital value, a DLF removing a high frequency noise component from an output of the TDC, a DCO controlled based on an output of the DLF and a DIV frequency-dividing an output the DCO and outputting the feedback signal. An offset value is added at any portion of the feedback loop, a phase of the feedback signal is controlled and a value other than 0 is inputted to the TDC even when the ADPLL is locked.
US08754705B2	Audio amplifier power supply with inherent power factor correction An audio amplifier is powered by a switch mode power supply optimized for audio applications. The power supply includes a rectifier circuit and a discontinuous mode multiphase isolated flyback power circuit and does not require a separate power factor correction stage. The discontinuous mode multiphase isolated flyback power circuit includes multiple isolated flyback converters operating synchronously to each convert a portion of the power and supply a phase-summed direct current voltage to the audio amplifier.
US08754702B2	Method and system for monitoring silicon process properties for power and performance optimization Signal processing within an integrated circuit (IC) may be monitored by a silicon process monitor, where one or more inputs to the IC may be controlled. The controlled input may comprise a variable frequency signal, a variable voltage level, an analog signal and/or a known input with a corresponding expected output. The controlled input may drive a plurality of components on the IC. The IC output signal variations may be due to temperature and/or silicon manufacturing processes variations and may affect performance and/or power consumption. IC output signal variations may be detected based on the controlled inputs. Controlled inputs may be adjusted based on the detected output variations and may be adjusted to modify the output. The variations may be detected based on relative frequency between output and the controlled input. In addition, logical operations and/or counters may be utilized to detect variations.
US08754697B2	Hybrid dual mode frequency synthesizer circuit A dual mode frequency synthesizer circuit including: a DDS or PLL (204) for receiving an input clock (202) and generating an output clock (206), in a high resolution mode; and an RF switch (210) having its output (208) coupled to the output of the DDS or PLL, a first input (216) for receiving a first injection low phase-noise clock (F1), a second input (218) for receiving a second injection low phase-noise clock (F2), and a control input (222) for selecting one of the first or second injection low phase-noise clocks for a low phase-noise mode.
US08754694B2	Accurate ninety-degree phase shifter An apparatus includes a drive signal circuit for MEMS sensor. The drive signal circuit includes an input configured to receive a voltage signal representative of charge generated by the MEMS sensor, a phase-shift circuit electrically coupled to the input and configured to phase shift an input signal by substantially ninety degrees, and a comparator circuit with hysteresis. An input of the comparator is electrically coupled to an output of the phase-shift circuit and an output of the comparator circuit is electrically coupled to an output of the drive signal circuit. A feedback loop extends from the output of the drive signal circuit to the input of the phase-shift circuit and is configured to generate a self-oscillating signal at an output of the drive signal circuit. An output signal generated by the drive signal circuit is applied to a drive input of the MEMS sensor.
US08754688B2	Signal output circuit and semiconductor device including the same A signal output circuit includes a signal transfer unit configured to transfer a signal of a first line to a pull-up line during an activation period of a first clock, transfer the signal of the first line to a pull-down line during a deactivation period of a second clock, transfer a signal of a second line to the pull-up line during a deactivation period of the first clock, and transfer the signal of the second line to the pull-down line during an activation period of the second clock; and an output driving unit configured to pull-up drive an output node in response to a signal of the pull-up line and pull-down drive the output node in response to a signal of the pull-down line, wherein the first clock and the second clock have the activation periods longer than the deactivation periods.
US08754687B2	Frequency-doubling delay locked loop A frequency multiplier circuit comprising a delay line receiving at one end thereof a reference clock for generating clock tap outputs from respective ones of a plurality of period matched delay elements; a clock combining circuit responsive to pairs of tap outputs for generating a rising and falling edge of an output clock pulse from respective ones of the pairs whereby the output clock period is less than the input clock period.
US08754682B2	Fractional divider for avoidance of LC-VCO interference and jitter A fractional rate LC VCO and compensating divider circuit to avoid bit-rate interference includes an LC PLL having an input for receiving a reference clock signal, an N-stage ring VCO with rotating injection having an input coupled to an output of the LC PLL and an output for providing an output clock signal, a first divider circuit having an input coupled to an output of the N-stage ring VCO and an output coupled to the LC PLL, a second divider circuit having an input coupled to the output of the LC PLL, and an M-stage reference ring PLL having an input coupled to an output of the second divider and an output coupled to the N-stage ring VCO.
US08754679B2	Low current power-on reset circuit and method A power-on reset (POR) circuit includes a first transistor (MPa) having a source coupled to a first supply voltage (VDD) and a gate coupled to a second supply voltage (GND). A resistor (R0) has a first terminal coupled by a depletion mode transistor (JP0) to the second supply voltage and a second terminal coupled to a drain of the first transistor. A Schmitt trigger (20) has an input coupled to receive a first signal (VTRIGGER) on a conductor (14) coupled to the second terminal of the resistor and a terminal of a capacitor (C0), for producing an output voltage (VO) representative of a power-on reset signal (VPOR) in response to an interruption of the first supply voltage (VDD).
US08754666B2	Probe structure having a plurality of discrete insulated probe tips projecting from a support surface, apparatus for use thereof and methods of fabrication thereof Structures having a plurality of discrete insulated elongated electrical conductors projecting from a support surface which are useful as probes for testing of electrical interconnections to electronic devices, such as integrated circuit devices and other electronic components and particularly for testing of integrated circuit devices with rigid interconnection pads and multi-chip module packages with high density interconnection pads and the apparatus for use thereof and to methods of fabrication thereof. Coaxial probe structures are fabricated by the methods described providing a high density coaxial probe.
US08754662B1	Flipped cell sensor pattern Embodiments of a capacitive sensor array may comprise a large sensor electrode and a plurality of small sensor electrodes, including a first small sensor electrode, a second small sensor electrode, and a third small sensor electrode. The large sensor electrode and the plurality of small sensor electrodes may be formed from a single layer of conductive material. The first small sensor electrode may be located on the same lateral side of the large sensor electrode as the second small sensor electrode, may be consecutive with the second small sensor electrode in a spatial order of the small sensor electrodes along a longitudinal axis of the large sensor electrode, and may be located on an opposite lateral side of the large sensor electrode from the third small sensor electrode. For each small sensor electrode of the plurality of small sensor electrodes, at least a portion of the small sensor electrode may be located between two interior points of the large sensor electrode.
US08754659B2	Current mirror self-capacitance measurement In one embodiment, a method includes applying a first current to a capacitance of a touch sensor. The application of the first current to the capacitance for a first amount of time modifies the voltage at the capacitance from the reference voltage level to a first pre-determined voltage level. The method also includes applying a second current to an integration capacitor. The second current is proportional to the first current. The application of the second current to the integration capacitor for the first amount of time modifies the voltage at the integration capacitor from the reference voltage level to a first charging voltage level. The method also includes determining whether a touch input to the touch sensor has occurred based on the first charging voltage level.
US08754657B2	Determination of water cut and salinity using a coincidence function A salinity determining system for determining a salinity of water in a hydrocarbon emulsion of oil and water. The salinity determining system includes an antenna element in contact with the hydrocarbon emulsion and a switch coupled to the antenna element. The salinity determining system includes a first analyzer device configured to be coupled to the antenna element via the switch. The first analyzer device is associated with a first coincidence function based on first measured electrical parameters of transmitted radio-frequency (RF) energy. The salinity determining system also includes a second analyzer device configured to be coupled to the antenna element via the switch.
US08754655B2	Test structure, method and circuit for simultaneously testing time dependent dielectric breakdown and electromigration or stress migration Test structures for simultaneously testing for electromigration or stress migration fails and time dependent dielectric breakdown fails in integrated circuits, test circuits using four test structures arranged as a bridge balance circuit and methods of testing using the test circuits. The electromigration or stress migration portions of the test structures include via chains of wire segments connected in series by electrically conductive vias, the wire segments formed in at least two adjacent wiring levels of an integrated circuit. The time dependent dielectric breakdown portions of the test structures include digitized wire structures in one of the at least two adjacent wiring levels adjacent to a less than whole portion of the wire segments in the same wiring level as the digitized wire structures.
US08754652B2	Method for ascertaining a type of a gas discharge lamp and electronic ballast for operating at least two different types of gas discharge lamps Various embodiments provide a method for ascertaining a type of a gas discharge lamp using an electronic ballast for operating different types of gas discharge lamps, wherein the different types of gas discharge lamps differ in at least one operating parameter, wherein the method may include: a) preheating at least one filament in the gas discharge lamp for a predetermined preheating time; b) measuring a physical variable which is characteristic for the type of the gas discharge lamp at the end of the preheating time and providing the measurement value of said variable; and c) ascertaining the lamp type on the basis of the measurement value which is provided, wherein the preheating time is increased by a predetermined time period and the b) and c) are repeated if the lamp type in c) cannot be ascertained uniquely. Moreover, various embodiments provide an electronic ballast for operating at least two different types of gas discharge lamps which have at least one different operating parameter.
US08754650B2	Detection of 3D formation structures based on electro-magnetic coupling measurements The present disclosure relates to a method to determine a characteristic of a subsurface formation using electromagnetic coupling components. A downhole logging tool having one or more transmitters and one or more receivers, and being capable of measuring the electromagnetic coupling components is provided. The electromagnetic coupling components are measured using the downhole logging tool and used to form a 3-D Lateral Indicator and/or a 3-D Longitudinal Indicator. The 3-D Lateral Indicator and/or the 3-D Longitudinal Indicator are used to determine the characteristic of the subsurface formation.
US08754642B2	Magnetic balance type current sensor A magnetic balance type current sensor includes a magnetoresistance effect element whose resistance value changes owing to the application of an induction magnetic field from a current to be measured; a feedback coil disposed in the vicinity of the magnetoresistance effect element and generating a cancelling magnetic field cancelling out the induction magnetic field; a magnetic field detection bridge circuit including two outputs causing a voltage difference corresponding to the induction magnetic field to occur; and a magnetic shield attenuating the induction magnetic field and enhancing the cancelling magnetic field, wherein, on the basis of the current flowing through the feedback coil at the time of an equilibrium state in which the induction magnetic field and the cancelling magnetic field are cancelled out, the current to be measured is measured, wherein the feedback coil, the magnetic shield, and the magnetic field detection bridge circuit are formed on a same substrate.
US08754637B2	Arrangement for connecting an electrical component to an electrical unit An arrangement is proposed for electrically conductively connecting an electrical component which is mounted in a housing containing oil, to an electrical unit, and mounted in which between the component and the unit at least two cores are arranged which consist of an electrical conductor and an insulation surrounding the conductor. The housing includes an opening which in the position of use is closed in an oil-tight moisture-tight manner which has at least one passage hole (9) for passing the cores (4,5) therethrough. For the cores (4,5) is provided a core for each in which material impermeable to oil is mounted between the conductor and its insulation, in such a way that all hollow spaces existing within the space surrounded by the insulation. The cores (4,5) are guided through at least one sealing plug which tightly surrounds the cores, and the sealing plug is in the position of use mounted in a passage hole (9) of the passage (7) in an oil-tight and moisture-tight manner.
US08754635B2	DC decoupled current measurement A circuit arrangement for measuring a load current provided to a load via a first load terminal of a load transistor is disclosed. In accordance with one example of the invention, the circuit arrangement includes a sense transistor coupled to the load transistor to provide a sense current representing the load current at a first load terminal of the sense transistor. The first load terminals of the load and the sense transistors are at respective floating electric potentials. A floating sense circuit coupled between the load terminals of sense transistor and load transistor, at least in one mode of operation the sense circuit receives the sense current and provides a floating signal representing the sense current. A non-floating measurement circuit is coupled to the sense circuit via a DC decoupling capacitor for transferring the floating signal representing the sense current to the non-floating measurement circuit. The measurement circuit is configured to provide an output signal representing the floating signal and thus the sense current.
US08754627B1	Multi-mode power point tracking A method for tracking a power point for a power source includes calculating voltage and current errors for the power source, selecting either the voltage error or the current error, and controlling the power converter with a first control loop in response to the selected error. The voltage and current errors may be calculated in response to voltage and current targets, respectively, which may be calculated by a second control loop that implements an MPPT algorithm. The second control loop may calculate the voltage and current targets in response to which error the first control loop selects. A method for tracking a power point for a power source having multiple local power maxima includes measuring the individual voltage across one or more series-connected power elements in the power source, and controlling the power in response to the overall voltage and current as well as the individual voltage.
US08754615B2	Conversion of synchronous generator to synchronous condenser An approach for converting a synchronous generator to a synchronous condenser is disclosed. In one aspect, a variable frequency driver is used to provide a starting power source to accelerate a synchronous generator decoupled from a turbine to an operational speed to act as a synchronous condenser. In another aspect, the synchronous condenser can be recoupled back to the turbine to form the synchronous generator.
US08754613B2	Charging device, electronic equipment including same, and control method of charging device A charging device to charge a secondary battery that includes a DC/DC circuit to generate a charging current supplied to the secondary battery, an impedance measurement circuit to measure an impedance of the secondary battery, a first control circuit to output a duty-cycle decrease signal in accordance with the measured impedance, a charging-current monitor circuit to detect the charging current outputted from the DC/DC circuit when the duty cycle of the pulses generated by the DC/DC circuit is decreased by the duty-cycle decrease signal, and, a second control circuit to compare the charging current detected by the charging-current monitor circuit and a charging-current threshold and to output to the DC/DC circuit a frequency change signal that increases a switching operation frequency in the DC/DC circuit.
US08754612B2	Battery gas gauge reset mechanism A gas gauge circuit has a power supply pin, a power return pin, power-on reset capability, and a communications signal pin. A reset control circuit is coupled between the power supply pin and the communications signal pin, or between the power return pin and the communications signal pin. The reset control circuit removes power to the gas gauge circuit in accordance with a control signal asserted on the communications signal pin. Other embodiments are also described and claimed.
US08754599B2	Motor control apparatus equipped with delta-sigma modulation AD converter A motor control apparatus includes a power conversion unit which supplies drive power to a motor, a current detection unit which detects the value of a current flowing from the power conversion unit to the motor, a delta-sigma modulation AD converter to which the current value detected by the current detection unit is input as analog data, and which includes a modulator and a plurality of digital low-pass filters and outputs digital data in accordance with the filter characteristics of the respective digital low-pass filters, and a command generating unit which is connected to the digital low-pass filter to be used for motor drive control among the plurality of digital low-pass filters, and which generates a drive command to the power conversion unit by using the digital data output from the motor drive controlling digital low-pass filter.
US08754592B2	Automobile LED driving device An automobile LED driving device includes a current setting portion to set multiple reference currents independently from one another for multiple respective current setting resistors connected externally, a current controller to select one of the multiple reference currents based on a control signal provided from outside, and an output transistor to control an output current to an automobile LED connected externally based on the reference current selected by the current controller.
US08754591B2	Light dimmer for fluorescent lamps and methods for use thereof A device to control luminosity of a lamp supported by a rapid start ballast, the device including a first terminal and a second terminal configured to be connected in series with the rapid start ballast and the lamp, a current divisor array, in connection with the first terminal and the second terminal, with a plurality of inductors and a commutable element, the commutable element selecting between two current paths employing the plurality of inductors, the commutable element when in a first state selecting a first one of the current paths to provide a higher luminosity setting and when a second state selecting a second one of the current paths to provide a lower luminosity setting, and a transformer in connection with the first terminal and the second terminal configured to provide heating to an electrode of the lamp.
US08754567B2	Electric generator An electric generator comprises a line; a cage having a plurality of magnets secured to the cage, wherein the cage is hanging from the line; and conductive coils surrounding the cage, wherein the cage receives a force causing the cage to rotate and wherein electricity is generated at the conductive coils when the cage rotates.
US08754566B2	Assembling method for a stator and stator produced thereby A laminated stator and a method for making a laminated stator of an electric motor. The method includes arranging a plurality of stator laminations into lamination stacks spaced axially from one another, each lamination stack including a first group of stator laminations including an annular portion and a plurality of tooth portions extending from a periphery of the annular portion, and a second group of stator laminations including only tooth portions positioned to correspond with the tooth portions of said first group. The method further includes winding stator windings around selected subsets of the plurality of teeth while the lamination stacks are spaced axially and meshing the lamination stacks with one another so the annular portions of the lamination stacks are axially adjacent one another and the plurality of teeth are intermeshed with the plurality of another stack.
US08754564B2	Hydrogel implants with varying degrees of crosslinking The present disclosure relates to a hydrogel composition and methods of using the same. The hydrogel composition may include precursors that react with each other upon contact as well as precursors that react upon contact with an initiator. In embodiments, the resulting hydrogels may have varying levels of crosslinking with both denser and less dense regions.
US08754558B2	Kinetic energy to electric power converter A kinetic energy converter for converting linear motion into electrical energy has an outer body and an inner cylindrical body. The outer body and the inner body define a common central axis wherein the outer body is movable along the central axis with respect to the inner cylindrical body. A stator winding of a plurality of turns of at least one electrically conductive wire is disposed about an inner periphery of the inner body. A rotor having a central shaft and a plurality of magnets radially extending therefrom is rotatably disposed within the inner body and rotatable about the central axis. A helical blade extends from one end of the outer body to the rotor and is interengaged with the rotor wherein axial translation of the blade rotates the rotor about the central axis.
US08754552B2	Permittivity-based paper shredder control system The invention is directed to a permittivity-based paper shredder control system. The touching feature is implemented through a series of electronic circuits, taking input from a conductive touch panel on the shredder feed throat, processing the signal, and through a motor driving circuit, stopping the mechanical parts of the shredder. The system has a touch detection circuit unit, which contains a bioelectricity controlled switching circuit to sense the conductive touch panel. The bioelectricity controlled switching circuit is configured to trigger a ground switching circuit in the touch detection circuit unit which outputs to a multifunction bioshield controller. The bioshield controller then takes care of the remaining protection issues. The touching device for paper shredders protects humans and other living beings including pets from injuries through automatic and real time monitoring. The complete control process is both safe and sensitive.
US08754550B2	Self-contained apparatus/automatic door having a non-contact sensor switch assembly A non-contact sensor switch assembly includes a switching transistor adapted for switching on/off the supply of a power supply to the control unit of an automatic handwash dispenser, automatic water tap or automatic door, a charge induction plate inducible by an approaching body part of a person, and a capacitive proximity sensor electrically coupled between the charge induction plate and the switching transistor for triggering the switching transistor to switch on the supply of the power supply to the control unit of the automatic handwash dispenser, automatic water tap or automatic door upon approach of a body part of a person.
US08754540B2	Hydroelectric turbine with floating rotor The present invention is concerned with a hydroelectric turbine which includes a stator and a shaftless rotor housed for rotation within the stator, the stator defining an opening or channel in which the rotor is retained and which channel is dimension to permit the rotor to undergo both axial rotation and displacement along the circumference of the opening, whereby during operation the rotor assumes substantially hypocycloidal motion relative to the stator.
US08754534B2	Semiconductor device A memory card has a wiring board, four memory chips stacked on a main surface of the wiring board, and a controller chip and an interposer mounted on a surface of the memory chip of the uppermost layer. The memory chips are stacked on the surface of the wiring board so that their long sides are directed in the same direction as that of the long side of the wiring board. The memory chip of the lowermost layer is mounted on the wiring board in a dislocated manner by a predetermined distance in a direction toward a front end of the memory card so as not to overlap the pads of the wiring board. The three memory chips stacked on the memory chip of the lowermost layer are disposed so that their short sides on which pads are formed are located at the front end of the memory card.
US08754530B2	Self-aligned borderless contacts for high density electronic and memory device integration A method for fabricating a transistor having self-aligned borderless electrical contacts is disclosed. A gate stack is formed on a silicon region. An off-set spacer is formed surrounding the gate stack. A sacrificial layer that includes a carbon-based film is deposited overlying the silicon region, the gate stack, and the off-set spacer. A pattern is defined in the sacrificial layer to define a contact area for the electrical contact. The pattern exposes at least a portion of the gate stack and source/drain. A dielectric layer is deposited overlying the sacrificial layer that has been patterned and the portion of the gate stack that has been exposed. The sacrificial layer that has been patterned is selectively removed to define the contact area at the height that has been defined. The contact area for the height that has been defined is metalized to form the electrical contact.
US08754525B2	Semiconductor construct and manufacturing method thereof as well as semiconductor device and manufacturing method thereof A semiconductor construct includes a semiconductor substrate and connection pads provided on the semiconductor substrate. Some of the connection pads are connected to a common wiring and at least one of the remaining of the connection pads are connected to a wiring. The construct also includes a first columnar electrode provided to be connected to the common wiring and a second columnar electrode provided to be connected to a connection pad portion of the wiring.
US08754520B2	Formation of air gap with protection of metal lines A microelectronic substrate which includes a dielectric layer overlying a semiconductor region of a substrate, the dielectric layer having an exposed top surface; a plurality of metal lines of a first metal disposed within the dielectric layer, each metal line having edges and a surface exposed at the top surface of the dielectric layer; a dielectric cap layer having a first portion overlying the surfaces of the metal lines and a second portion overlying the dielectric layer between the metal lines, the first portion has a first height above the surface of the dielectric layer, and the second portion has a second height above the surface of the dielectric layer, the second height being greater than the first height; and an air gap disposed between the metal lines, the air gap underlying the second portion of the cap layer.
US08754512B1	Atomic level bonding for electronics packaging An electronic device assembly that includes a die and a substrate, and optionally a lead frame and a heat spreader. The die is characterized as an electronic device in die form, and has a polished die region. The substrate has a polished substrate region in direct contact with the polished die region. The polished die region and the polished substrate region have surface finishes effective to attach the die to the substrate by way of an atomic bond. The lead-frame has a polished lead-frame region, and the heat spreader has a polished heat spreader region. These polished regions may also be attached to the polished die region or the polished substrate region by way of an atomic bond.
US08754498B2	Antifuse and method of making the antifuse A method of making an antifuse includes providing a substrate having a bit line diffusion region and a capacitor diffusion region. A gate dielectric layer is formed over the substrate, and a word line is formed on the gate dielectric layer. An oxide layer is formed on the capacitor diffusion region, in a separate process step from forming the gate dielectric layer. A select line contact is formed above and contacting the oxide layer to form a capacitor having the oxide layer as a capacitor dielectric layer of the capacitor. The select line contact is configured for applying a voltage to cause permanent breakdown of the oxide layer to program the antifuse.
US08754496B2	Field effect transistor having a plurality of field plates Embodiments include but are not limited to apparatuses and systems including a field-effect transistor switch. A field-effect transistor switch may include a first field plate coupled with a gate electrode, the first field plate disposed substantially equidistant from a source electrode and a drain electrode. The field-effect transistor switch may also include a second field plate proximately disposed to the first field plate and disposed substantially equidistant from the source electrode and the drain electrode. The first and second field plates may be configured to reduce an electric field between the source electrode and the gate electrode and between the drain electrode and the gate electrode.
US08754490B2	Element array with a plurality of electromechanical conversion devices An element array comprises a plurality of elements having a first electrode and a second electrode with a gap therebetween; the first electrode is separated for each of the elements by grooves, an insulating connection substrate is bonded to the first electrode, and wirings are provided from the respective first electrodes through the connection substrate to the side opposite to the first electrodes.
US08754489B2	Ultrasonic transducer and manufacturing method An ultrasonic transducer includes a first electrode, a first insulation film covering the first electrode, a hollow part overlapping the first electrode on the first insulation film, a second insulation film covering the hollow part, a second electrode overlapping the hollow part on the second insulation film, and an interconnection joined to the second electrode. An edge of the first electrode is formed so as to moderate a step of the first electrode.
US08754484B2	Bipolar transistor in bipolar-CMOS technology A process of forming an integrated circuit containing a bipolar transistor and an MOS transistor, by forming a base layer of the bipolar transistor using a non-selective epitaxial process so that the base layer has a single crystalline region on a collector active area and a polycrystalline region on adjacent field oxide, and concurrently implanting the MOS gate layer and the polycrystalline region of the base layer, so that the base-collector junction extends into the substrate less than one-third of the depth of the field oxide, and vertically cumulative doping density of the polycrystalline region of the base layer is between 80 percent and 125 percent of a vertically cumulative doping density of the MOS gate. An integrated circuit containing a bipolar transistor and an MOS transistor formed by the described process.
US08754473B2	Power transistor device The present invention provides a power transistor device including a substrate, an epitaxial layer, a dopant source layer, a doped drain region, a first insulating layer, a gate structure, a second insulating layer, a doped source region, and a metal layer. The substrate, the doped drain region, and the doped source region have a first conductive type, while the epitaxial layer has a second conductive type. The epitaxial layer is formed on the substrate and has at least one through hole through the epitaxial layer. The first insulating layer, the gate structure, and the second insulating layer are formed sequentially on the substrate in the through hole. The doped drain region and doped source region are formed in the epitaxial layer at one side of the through hole. The metal layer is formed on the epitaxial layer and extends into the through hole to contact the doped source region.
US08754472B2	Methods for fabricating transistors including one or more circular trenches A transistor and a method of fabricating a transistor, including a metal oxide deposited on an epitaxial layer, a photo resist deposited and patterned over the metal oxide and the metal oxide and epitaxial layer are etched to form at least one circular trench, wherein the trench surfaces are defined by the epitaxial layer. An oxide layer is grown on the trench surfaces of each trench, and a gate conductor is formed within the at least one trench.
US08754466B2	Three-dimensional semiconductor memory devices Three-dimensional (3D) semiconductor memory devices are provided. According to the 3D semiconductor memory device, a gate structure includes gate patterns and insulating patterns alternately stacked on a semiconductor substrate. A vertical active pattern penetrates the gate structure. A gate dielectric layer is disposed between a sidewall of the vertical active pattern and each of the gate patterns. A semiconductor pattern is disposed on the gate structure and is connected to the vertical active pattern. A string drain region is formed in a portion of the semiconductor pattern and is spaced apart from the vertical active pattern.
US08754464B2	Non-volatile memory devices including gates having reduced widths and protection spacers and methods of manufacturing the same Non-volatile memory devices and methods of manufacturing the same are disclosed. In a non-volatile memory device, widths of a metal gate and an upper portion of a base gate in a gate electrode are less than the width of a hard mask pattern disposed on the metal gate. First and second protection spacers are disposed on opposing sidewalls of the metal gate and on opposing sidewalls of the upper portion of the base gate, respectively.
US08754463B2	High density NOR flash array architecture In one embodiment of the invention, a memory includes wordline jogs and adjacent spacers. Spacers from different wordlines may contact one another on either side of a drain contact and consequently isolate and self-align the contact in the horizontal and vertical directions.
US08754458B2	Semiconductor device, manufacturing method thereof, solid-state imaging device, manufacturing method thereof, and electronic unit A solid-state imaging device includes an element forming region on the surface of a substrate, element isolating parts that isolate pixels, each of which is formed with a trench and a buried film, an opto-electric conversion element, and a buried-channel MOS transistor. The buried-channel MOS transistor includes a source region and a drain region, formed in the element forming region, that have a conductivity type opposite to that of the element forming region, a channel region having first and second impurity diffusion regions, which have a conductivity type opposite to that of the element forming region, and a gate electrode. Each first impurity diffusion region is formed between the source region and drain region on a side adjacent to one element isolating part. The second impurity diffusion region is formed across the region between the source region and drain region.
US08754456B2	Miniature image sensor An image sensor including at least one photodiode and at least one transistor formed in and on a silicon substrate, the assembly of the photodiode and of the transistor being surrounded with a heavily-doped insulating wall, wherein the silicon substrate has a crystal orientation (110).
US08754454B2	Sensor having a thin-film inhibition layer Sensors and detection systems suitable for measuring analytes, such as biomolecule, organic and inorganic species, including environmentally and medically relevant volatiles and gases, such as NO, NO2, CO2, NH3, H2, CO and the like, are provided. Certain embodiments of nanostructured sensor systems are configured for measurement of medically important gases in breath. Applications include the measurement of endogenous nitric oxide (NO) in breath, such as for the monitoring or diagnosis of asthma and other pulmonary conditions.
US08754440B2	Light-emitting diode (LED) package systems and methods of making the same A light-emitting diode (LED) package system includes a LED disposed over a surface of a substrate. A molding material covers the LED. A phosphor-containing material is disposed over and spaced from the LED by the molding material.
US08754434B1	Flexible hermetic thin film with light extraction layer A protected organic light emitting diode includes an organic light emitting diode structure formed on a substrate, a hermetic barrier layer formed over at least part of the organic light emitting diode structure, and a light extraction layer. The barrier layer may include a glass material such as a tin fluorophosphate glass, a tungsten-doped tin fluorophosphate glass, a chalcogenide glass, a tellurite glass, a borate glass or a phosphate glass. The light extraction layer, which may be formed over the barrier layer, includes a high refractive index matrix material and at least one of scattering particles dispersed throughout the matrix material and a roughened surface.
US08754428B2	Light emitting device and display A light emitting diode having a mount lead having a cup and a lead, an LED chip mounted in the cup of said mount lead with one of electrodes being electrically connected to said mount lead, a coating material filling the cup of said mount lead to cover said LED chip; a molding material covering said LED chip, said coating material and the cup of said mount lead, and a phosphor absorbing a part of light emitted by said LED chip and emitting light of wavelength different from that of the absorbed light, wherein said phosphor is located in said coating material, and wherein said molding material is shaped to form a concave lens.
US08754426B2	Lighting device utilizing light active sheet material with integrated light emitting diode, disposed in seam and/or in low profile application A light source includes a substrate arranged into at least two facing surfaces which form a seam therebetween; and a lighting device with light emitting diode (LED) chips embedded therein in a linear arrangement. The LED chips generate light photons. The lighting device has a first edge and a second edge opposite to the first edge, the light photons within the lighting device that are emitted by the LED chips from a top surface of the LED chips being output from the lighting device at the second edge of the device. The lighting device is sandwiched in the seam between the two facing surfaces, the second edge of the lighting device being exposed when the seam is in an opened position.
US08754425B2	Electrically pixelated luminescent device Electrically pixelated luminescent devices, methods for forming electrically pixelated luminescent devices, systems including electrically pixelated luminescent devices, and methods for using electrically pixelated luminescent devices are described. More specifically, electrically pixelated luminescent devices that have inner and outer semiconductor layers and a continuous light emitting region, as well as individually addressable electrodes are described.
US08754417B2	Vertical stacking of field effect transistor structures for logic gates Vertically stacked Field Effect Transistors (FETs) are created where a first FET and a second FET are controllable independently. The vertically stacked FETs may be connected in series or in parallel, thereby suitable for use as a portion of a NAND circuit or a NOR circuit. Epitaxial growth over a source and drain of a first FET, and having similar doping to the source and drain of the first FET provide a source and drain of a second FET. An additional epitaxial growth of a type opposite the doping of the source and drain of the first FET provides a body for the second FET.
US08754411B2	Active device An active device is disposed on a substrate. The active device includes a metal layer, a semiconductor channel layer, an insulating layer, a source and a drain. The metal layer has a metal oxide surface away from the substrate. The insulating layer is disposed between the metal layer and the semiconductor channel layer. The source and the drain are disposed at one side of the semiconductor channel layer. A portion of the semiconductor channel layer is exposed between the source and the drain. An orthogonal projection of the metal layer on the substrate at least covers an orthogonal projection of the portion of the semiconductor channel layer exposed by the source and the drain on the substrate.
US08754409B2	Field-effect transistor, and memory and semiconductor circuit including the same Provided is a field-effect transistor (FET) having small off-state current, which is used in a miniaturized semiconductor integrated circuit. The field-effect transistor includes a thin oxide semiconductor which is formed substantially perpendicular to an insulating surface and has a thickness of greater than or equal to 1 nm and less than or equal to 30 nm, a gate insulating film formed to cover the oxide semiconductor, and a strip-like gate which is formed to cover the gate insulating film and has a width of greater than or equal to 10 nm and less than or equal to 100 nm. In this structure, three surfaces of the thin oxide semiconductor are covered with the gate, so that electrons injected from a source or a drain can be effectively removed, and most of the space between the source and the drain can be a depletion region; thus, off-state current can be reduced.
US08754400B2	Two-dimensional patterning employing self-assembled material A first nanoscale self-aligned self-assembled nested line structure having a sublithographic width and a sublithographic spacing and running along a first direction is formed from first self-assembling block copolymers within a first layer. The first layer is filled with a filler material and a second layer is deposited above the first layer containing the first nanoscale nested line structure. A second nanoscale self-aligned self-assembled nested line structure having a sublithographic width and a sublithographic spacing and running in a second direction is formed from second self-assembling block copolymers within the second layer. The composite pattern of the first nanoscale nested line structure and the second nanoscale nested line structure is transferred into an underlayer beneath the first layer to form an array of structures containing periodicity in two directions.
US08754396B2	Stretchable form of single crystal silicon for high performance electronics on rubber substrates The present invention provides stretchable, and optionally printable, semiconductors and electronic circuits capable of providing good performance when stretched, compressed, flexed or otherwise deformed. Stretchable semiconductors and electronic circuits of the present invention preferred for some applications are flexible, in addition to being stretchable, and thus are capable of significant elongation, flexing, bending or other deformation along one or more axes. Further, stretchable semiconductors and electronic circuits of the present invention may be adapted to a wide range of device configurations to provide fully flexible electronic and optoelectronic devices.
US08754391B2	Nonvolatile memory devices and methods of fabricating the same Nonvolatile memory devices including a first interlayer insulating film and a second interlayer insulating film separated from each other and are stacked sequentially, a first electrode penetrating the first interlayer insulating film and the second interlayer insulating film, a resistance change film along a top surface of the first interlayer insulating film, side surfaces of the first electrode, and a bottom surface of the second interlayer insulating film, and a second electrode between the first interlayer insulating film and the second interlayer insulating film.
US08754371B2	Methods, apparatus, and system for mass spectrometry A miniature, low cost mass spectrometer capable of unit resolution over a mass range of 10 to 50 AMU. The mass spectrometer incorporates several features that enhance the performance of the design over comparable instruments. An efficient ion source enables relatively low power consumption without sacrificing measurement resolution. Variable geometry mechanical filters allow for variable resolution. An onboard ion pump removes the need for an external pumping source. A magnet and magnetic yoke produce magnetic field regions with different flux densities to run the ion pump and a magnetic sector mass analyzer. An onboard digital controller and power conversion circuit inside the vacuum chamber allows a large degree of flexibility over the operation of the mass spectrometer while eliminating the need for high-voltage electrical feedthroughs. The miniature mass spectrometer senses fractions of a percentage of inlet gas and returns mass spectra data to a computer.
US08754365B2	Apparatus and method for thermal assisted desorption ionization systems The present invention is directed to a method and device to desorb an analyte using heat to allow desorption of the analyte molecules, where the desorbed analyte molecules are ionized with ambient temperature ionizing species. In various embodiments of the invention a current is passed through a mesh upon which the analyte molecules are present. The current heats the mesh and results in desorption of the analyte molecules which then interact with gas phase metastable neutral molecules or atoms to form analyte ions characteristic of the analyte molecules.
US08754356B2	Single photon detector and photon number resolving detector Provided is a single photon detector and a photon number detector which use an APD and include an auxiliary signal generator, a light receiving element, a mixer, and a determiner. The auxiliary signal generator generates an auxiliary signal. The light receiving element receives a photon to output an electric signal. The mixer receives and mixes an output signal of the light receiving element and the auxiliary signal. The determiner determines whether the photon is received or the number of received photons. The single photon detector and photon number resolving detector detect an avalanche of an amplitude less than the amplitude of a capacitive response. A probability that an after pulse is generated can be reduced. A photon count rate is enhanced. The influence on the waveform of the gate signal can be decreased. The frequency of the gate signal can be continuously changed.
US08754342B2	Top push switch In accordance with an example embodiment of the present invention, an apparatus is provided, including a dome of a top push switch configured to contact, upon pushing, an inner pad of a base, fixing paste connecting the dome to an outer pad of the base; and a covering tape on top of the dome.
US08754335B2	Ceramic electronic component and wiring board A ceramic electronic component includes a ceramic element body having a substantially rectangular parallelepiped shape, and first and second external electrodes. The first and second external electrodes are provided on a first principal surface. Portions of the first and second external electrodes project further than the other portions in a thickness direction. A projecting portion of the first external electrode is provided at one end of the first external electrode in a length direction and a second projecting portion of the second external electrode is provided at another end of the second external electrode in the length direction. Thus, a concave portion is provided between the projecting portions, and a portion of the first principal surface provided between the first and second external electrodes is exposed.
US08754328B2	Laminate circuit board with a multi-layer circuit structure A laminate circuit board with a multi-layer circuit structure which includes a substrate, a first circuit metal layer, a second circuit metal layer, a first nanometer plating layer, a second nanometer plating layer and a cover layer is disclosed. The first circuit metal layer is embedded in the substrate or formed on at least one surface of the substrate which is smooth. The first nanometer plating layer with a smooth surface covers the first circuit metal layer. The second nanometer plating layer is formed on the other surface of the substrate and fills up the opening in the cover layer to electrically connect the first circuit metal layer. The junction adhesion is improved by the chemical bonding between the nanometer plating layer and the cover layer/the substrate. Therefore, the circuit metal layer does not need to be roughened and the density of the circuit increases.
US08754327B2	Gas insulated device A gas insulated device includes a grounded metal container that covers a high-voltage conductor with a space interposed between itself and the high-voltage conductor; and an insulating spacer that is held and fixed between an end flanges on its outer side and supports the high-voltage conductor on its inner side. The insulating spacer has an internal shield that is buried in the insulating portion so as to surround the high-voltage conductor; grounding bars having conductivity whose one end is electrically connected to the internal shield and the other end extends to the outside of the insulating portion so as to be connected to the grounded metal container; a measurement bar having conductivity whose one end is electrically connected to the internal shield and other end extends to the outside of the insulating portion so as to be connected to the partial discharge measurement terminal.
US08754318B2	Cymbal pickup and stand provided with the same A cymbal pickup is described, including a sensor detecting the vibration of the cymbal, and a sensor attaching part to which the sensor is attached. The cymbal has, through its center, a hole that allows a rod to be inserted through. The sensor attaching part includes: a first abutting part having a first insertion hole for pass of the rod, a second abutting part configured opposite to a side of the first abutting part and having a second insertion hole for pass of the rod, and an insertion part between the two abutting parts to maintain a separation distance between the opposite sides of the two abutting parts. The sensor is attached to a side of the first or the second abutting part. The cymbal pickup abuts the cymbal and is fixed together with the cymbal to detect its vibration while the rod is inserted through them.
US08754314B1	Remote activated percussion device A remote activated percussion device with a pedal section having a foot pedal and a connection for a pulley element; a support section having an at least partially hollow shaft and a connection for a pulley element, the support section for supporting a pair of cymbals; a transfer section having a brace, a first pulley element and a second pulley element, the first pulley element having a connector for connecting to the connection for a pulley element on the pedal section and the first pulley element having a brace connector, the second pulley element having a connector for connecting to the connection for a pulley element on the transfer section and the second pulley element having a brace connector, and a cable engaging the pedal section, transfer section and support section for activating the pair of cymbals while providing a remote distance.
US08754311B2	Sound chests for harps and methods for manufacturing same Sound chests having a sound board connected to a hollow body which includes a bearing structure to which there is connected an outer shell are provided. In such sound chests the bearing structure includes a bottom wall or chest-bottom, and a top member or upper block, a central longitudinal batten or backboard, and two side battens or planks, which extend between the chest-bottom and the upper block, remote from and close to the sound board, respectively; and a plurality of longitudinally staggered, transverse stiffening members or bridges each of which is connected centrally to the backboard with its ends connected to the side planks. Methods for making such sound chests are also provided.
US08754293B2	Lettuce variety intred The present invention relates to plants of a lettuce variety NUN 6741 (referred to as “INTRED”) and seeds and progeny thereof. The invention further relates to methods for producing a lettuce plant by traditional breeding methods. Moreover, the invention relates to a method for producing a lettuce plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes.
US08754292B2	Nucleotide sequences mediating male fertility and method of using same Nucleotide sequences mediating male fertility in plants are described, with DNA molecule and amino acid sequences set forth. Promoter sequences and their essential regions are also identified. The nucleotide sequences are useful in mediating male fertility in plants.
US08754290B2	HO/LL canola with resistance to clubroot disease This disclosure concerns a plant of the genus, Brassica, or parts thereof, which comprise one or more traits selected from the group consisting of high oleic acid content, low linolenic acid content, increased herbicide resistance, restorer of cytoplasmic male sterility, and increased clubroot disease (Plasmodiophora brassicae) resistance, compared to a wild-type plant of the same species. This disclosure further relates to wild-type and mutant alleles of genes involved in these traits, molecular markers linked thereto, and methods of their use.
US08754288B2	Method for the production of pink colored cabbage The invention relates to pink Brassica oleracea capitata (cabbage) plants and a production method thereof. The invention relates furthermore to the use of pink cabbage for the production of pink pickled cabbage and pink salad.
US08754279B1	UZM-44 aluminosilicate zeolite A new family of aluminosilicate zeolites designated UZM-44 has been synthesized. These zeolites are represented by the empirical formula. NanMmk+TtAl1-xExSiyOz where “n” is the mole ratio of Na to (Al+E), M represents a metal or metals from zinc, Group 1, Group 2, Group 3 and or the lanthanide series of the periodic table, “m” is the mole ratio of M to (Al+E), “k” is the average charge of the metal or metals M, T is the organic structure directing agent or agents, and E is a framework element such as gallium. These zeolites are similar to IM-5 but are characterized by unique compositions and synthesis procedures and have catalytic properties for carrying out various hydrocarbon conversion processes and separation properties for carrying out various separations.
US08754276B2	Reverse flow reactors for propylene and aromatics production A reverse flow regenerative reactor having first and second zones, each having first and second ends, the first zone having a plurality of channels capable of separately conveying at least two components of a combustible gas mixture, a gas distributor configured for injecting the components of the combustible gas mixture into first zone, a combustion zone including a selective combustion catalyst disposed at or downstream of the second end of said channels for catalyzing combustion, wherein the second zone is positioned and situated to receive a combusted gas mixture. Processes usefully conducted in the reactor are also disclosed.
US08754271B2	Method for producing fluorinated organic compounds Disclosed are processes for the production of fluorinated olefins, preferably adapted to commercialization of CF3CF═CH2 (1234yf). Three steps may be used in preferred embodiments in which a feedstock such as CCl2═CClCH2Cl is fluorinated to synthesize a compound such as CF3CCl═CH2. The CF3CCl═CH2 is preferably converted to CF3CFClCH3 (244-isomer) using a SbCl5 as the catalyst which is then transformed selectively to 1234yf. For the first step, a mixture of Cr2O3 and FeCl3/C is preferably used as the catalyst to achieve high selectivity to CF3CCl═CH2 (96%). In the second step, SbCl5/C is preferably used as the selective catalyst for transforming 1233xf to 244-isomer, CF3CFClCH3. The intermediates are preferably isolated and purified by distillation and used in the next step without further purification, preferably to a purity level of greater than about 95%.
US08754270B2	Process for vapor phase hydrogenation A process for selective formation of ethanol from acetic acid includes contacting a feed stream containing acetic acid and hydrogen at an elevated temperature with catalyst comprising platinum and tin on a high surface area silica promoted with calcium metasilicate. Selectivities to ethanol of over 85% are achieved at 280° C. with catalyst life in the hundreds of hours.
US08754268B2	Process for removing water from alcohol mixtures A process for removing water from an alcohol mixture, such as an ethanol mixture in the production of ethanol by hydrogenating acetic acid. The water is removed from a distillate of a first column using an adsorption unit, membrane, extractive column distillation, or a combination thereof.
US08754263B2	Methods and systems for generating polyols Disclosed are methods for generating propylene glycol, ethylene glycol and other polyols, diols, ketones, aldehydes, carboxylic acids and alcohols from biomass using hydrogen produced from the biomass. The methods involve reacting a portion of an aqueous stream of a biomass feedstock solution over a catalyst under aqueous phase reforming conditions to produce hydrogen, and then reacting the hydrogen and the aqueous feedstock solution over a catalyst to produce propylene glycol, ethylene glycol and the other polyols, diols, ketones, aldehydes, carboxylic acids and alcohols. The disclosed methods can be run at lower temperatures and pressures, and allows for the production of oxygenated hydrocarbons without the need for hydrogen from an external source.
US08754245B2	Vapor-phase decarbonylation process A process is provided for the synthesis of furan and related compounds by vapor-phase decarbonylation of furfural and derivatives, using a palladium/metal aluminate catalyst that has been promoted with an alkali carbonate, such as cesium carbonate. The use of such catalysts, which are inherently less acidic than alumina, results in improved lifetime and high productivity.
US08754243B2	Process for the preparation of 1, 2, 4-trioxolane antimalarials This invention relates to an improved process for the preparation of compounds of Formula I, salts of the free base cis-adamantane-2-spiro-3′-8′-[[[(2′-amino-2′-methylpropyl)amino]carbonyl]methyl]-1′,2′,4′-trioxaspiro[4.5]decane, Formula (I) wherein X is an anion. The compounds of Formula (I) have antimalarial activity.
US08754236B2	Compounds for preparing immunological adjuvant The present invention provides methods for preparing TLR-4 receptor agonist E6020: and stereoisomers thereof, which compounds are useful as an immunological adjuvants when co-administered with antigens such as vaccines for bacterial and viral diseases. Also provided are synthetic intermediates.
US08754227B2	Metalloenzyme inhibitor compounds The instant invention describes compounds having metalloenzyme modulating activity, and methods of treating diseases, disorders or symptoms thereof mediated by such metalloenzymes.
US08754223B2	Crystalline form of a biphenyl compound The invention provides a crystalline 1,2-ethanedisulfonic acid salt of biphenyl-2-ylcarbamic acid 1-[2-(2-chloro-4-{[(R)-2-hydroxy-2-(8-hydroxy-2-oxo-1,2-dihydroquinolin-5-yl)ethylamino]methyl}-5-methoxyphenylcarbamoyl)ethyl]piperidin-4-yl ester or a solvate thereof. This invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising such a salt or prepared using such a salt; processes and intermediates for preparing such a salt; and methods of using such a salt to treat a pulmonary disorder.
US08754214B2	Synthesis of carbamoylpyridone HIV integrase inhibitors and intermediates A synthesis approach providing an early ring attachment via a bromination to compound I-I yielding compound II-II: whereby a final product such as AA: can be synthesized. In particular, the 2,4-difluorophenyl-containing sidechain is attached before creation of the additional ring Q.
US08754208B2	Method of preparing cyclic carbonates, cyclic carbamates, cyclic ureas, cyclic thiocarbonates, cyclic thiocarbamates, and cyclic dithiocarbonates A method of preparing a cyclic monomer, comprising: forming a first mixture comprising a precursor compound, bis(pentafluorophenyl)carbonate, and a catalyst; wherein the precursor compound has a structure comprising a) two or more carbons, and b) two functional groups selected from the group consisting of primary amine, secondary amine, thiol group, hydroxyl group, and combinations thereof; and agitating the first mixture at a temperature effective to form a second mixture comprising the cyclic monomer, the cyclic monomer selected from the group consisting of a cyclic carbonate, a cyclic carbamate, a cyclic urea, a cyclic thiocarbonate, a cyclic thiocarbamate, and a cyclic dithiocarbonate.
US08754203B2	Human microRNAs and methods for inhibiting same The invention relates to isolated DNA or RNA molecules comprising at least ten contiguous bases having a sequence in a microRNA shown in SEQ ID NOs: 1-94; 281-374; 467-481; 497-522; or 549, except that up to thirty percent of the bases may be wobble bases, and up to 10% of the contiguous bases may be non-complementary. The invention further relates to modified single stranded microRNA molecules, isolated single stranded anti-microRNA molecules and isolated microRNP molecules. In another embodiment, the invention relates to a method for inhibiting microRNP activity in a cell.
US08754202B2	RNAi-related inhibition of TNFα signaling pathway for treatment of ocular angiogenesis RNA interference is provided for inhibition of tumor necrosis factor α (TNFα) by silencing TNFα cell surface receptor TNF receptor-1 (TNFR1) mRNA expression, or by silencing TNFα converting enzyme (TACE/ADAM17) mRNA expression. Silencing such TNFα targets, in particular, is useful for treating patients having a TNFα-related condition or at risk of developing a TNFα-related condition, such as ocular angiogenesis, retinal ischemia, and diabetic retinopathy.
US08754200B2	MEG1 endosperm-specific promoters and genes The present invention relates to promoters that enable gene expression which is both specific to the endosperm and early during the development of the endosperm, as well as nucleic acid molecules encoding basal endosperm transfer cell layer (BETL) proteins.
US08754191B2	Methods, kits and compositions pertaining to the suppression of the detectable probe binding to randomly distributed repeat sequences genomic nucleic acid This invention is directed to methods, kits, non-nucleotide probes as well as other compositions pertaining to the suppression of binding of detectable nucleic acid probes to undesired nucleotide sequences of genomic nucleic acid in assays designed to determine target genomic nucleic acid.
US08754179B2	Light activated shape memory co-polymers The present discovery uses monomers which contain reversible photo-crosslinkable groups in addition to primary polymerizable groups. The mechanical properties of these materials and the reversibility of the photo-activated shape memory effect demonstrate the effectiveness of using photo-irradiation to effect change in modulus and shape memory effect. In the preferred embodiment the reaction mixture includes a photo-reactive monomer comprising a photo reactive group and a polymerizable group; a second monomer, which is more preferably a mixture of monomers, which are acrylate based; a multi-functional crosslinking agent, preferably 1,6 hexanediol diacrylate (HDODA); an initiator, preferably a free radical initiator; and a fifth, optional, component which is a modifying polymer. The mixture of the second monomer, crosslinking agent, and initiator comprise the base polymer matrix into which the photo-reactive monomer is incorporated. The polymeriziable group of the photo reactive monomer allows the photo reactive monomer to polymerize with the base polymer matrix.
US08754175B2	Monocapped conductive polymers with alkenyl or alkynyl end groups and block copolymers therefrom Novel polymer compositions which provide controlled end-group functionalization for polythiophenes including regioregular polythiophenes including alkenyl and alkynyl functionalization. Monocapped polymers are formed and can be converted to block copolymers. Conditions and reagents can be selected to provide more monocapping than dicapping of the polymer. Devices, films, and blends can be prepared.
US08754174B2	Solventless addition-curable pressure sensitive silicone adhesive composition and adhesive article A solventless addition-curable pressure sensitive silicone adhesive composition is provided. The composition comprises (A) an alkenyl group-containing polydiorganosiloxane; (B) a condensation product of (a) a polydiorganosiloxane having hydroxyl group or an alkoxy group on opposite ends of the molecular chain and (b) a polyorganosiloxane containing R13SiO1/2 unit and SiO2 unit as critical components and also a HOSiO3/2 unit in the molecule; (C1) a polyorganohydrosiloxane having at least three SiH groups per molecule; (C2) a polydiorganohydrosiloxane having SiH group on opposite ends; and (D) a platinum group metal catalyst. Use of the present composition enables production of a pressure sensitive adhesive agent having flexibility, pressure sensitive adhesiveness, and heat resistance, and the present composition is particularly effective for use as a buffer member having pressure sensitive adhesiveness.
US08754169B2	Method of preparing rubber comprising polymeric compositions and isoprene comprising interpolymers A method for forming a rubber-modified polymeric composition includes polymerizing vinyl aromatic monomer within a mixture including the vinyl aromatic monomer and an interpolymer having at least one block of polyisoprene, at lest one block of polystyrene, and at lest one block of polybutadiene to thereby form the rubber-modified polymeric composition, where the interpolymer includes an internal block of polyisoprene.
US08754162B2	Reinforced Blend Blend (B) comprising: at least one polyarylene (P1) in a form other than fibers, at least one poly(aryl ether ketone) (P2), and at least one fibrous filler (F). Article or part of an article comprising the blend (B).
US08754160B2	Method for producing silicone rubber compound and silicone rubber composition A method for producing a silicone rubber compound in a reduced blending time, and which imparts excellent resistance to plasticity reversion and the cured silicone rubber prepared without heat treatment has excellent resistance to compression set. (A) an organopolysiloxane with polymerization degree of at least 100 represented by the following average compositional formula (I): R1aSiO(4-a)/2 (I) (R1: a substituted or unsubstituted monovalent hydrocarbon group, a: 1.95 to 2.05), (B) a reinforcing silica having a specific surface area (BET) of at least 50 m2/g, and (C) a preliminary hydrolysis product of (C-1) an alkoxysilane represented by the following formula (II): R2mSi(OR3)4-m (II) (R2: hydrogen atom or a substituted or unsubstituted monovalent hydrocarbon group, R3: a substituted or unsubstituted alkyl group, m: 0, 1, 2, or 3), and (C-2) water at a molar amount 0.3 to 5 times the alkoxy group in the alkoxysilane of component (C-1) are mixed and heated.
US08754157B2	Covering material for electric wire A polyvinyl chloride-type covering material for electric wire that has an excellent damage-resistance property, cold-resistance property and low-temperature property after aging. The covering material containing a polyvinyl chloride comprises, with respect to 100 parts by mass of the polyvinyl chloride, (A) 15 to 30 parts by mass of a plasticizer comprising 15 parts by mass or more of one or more plasticizers selected from trimellitate plasticizers and pyromellitate plasticizers, (B) 2 to 10 parts by mass of a chlorinated polyolefin, and (C) 1 to 6 parts by mass of a methyl methacrylate-butadiene-styrene copolymer.
US08754150B2	Copolymer having polyether side chains and dicarboxylic acid derivative components The invention relates to a copolymer which can be used as a superplasticizer for hydraulic binders and comprises 30 to 47 mol % of a (meth)allyl alcohol polyether derivative structural unit and 53 to 70 mol % of a maleic acid derivative structural unit.
US08754147B2	No hexa shell sand A formulation and method of use for eliminating the use of hexa in shell sand encapsulation is disclosed. The composition of matter consists of standard novalac resins with the hexa component replaced by solid granular resole or curing agent. The preferred formulation and method of compounding is given. Trace elements of ammonia, phenol and the like are further reduced by the addition of a preferred 50:50 mix of an ammonia buffer and masking agent. The preferred compounds for the ammonia buffer and masking agent mix are given.
US08754142B2	Polystyrene/polyethylene oxide copolymer cell size enlarger for foam Polymeric foam and polymeric foam products that contain a foamable polymer material, at least one blowing agent, an infrared attenuating agent, and a polystyrene/polyethylene oxide copolymer are provided. In exemplary embodiments, the blowing agent contains an HFC. The maleic anhydride-styrene copolymer grafted with polyethylene oxide increases the cell size of the polymer foam and offsets or even negates the decreased cell size caused by an HFC blowing agent and/or infrared attenuating agents. In addition, the copolymer of maleic anhydride-styrene grafted with polyethylene oxide has a positive affect on the processability of the blowing agent(s) in the composition by both widening the process window and enhancing the solubility of the blowing agent in the polymer melt. Thus, the polystyrene/polyethylene oxide copolymer present in the inventive composition acts as a cell enlarger, a plasticizer, and a processing aid. A method of forming an extruded foam product is also provided.
US08754131B2	Aqueous liquid preparation containing 2-amino-3-(4-bromobenzoyl)phenylacetic acid An aqueous liquid preparation of the present invention containing 2-amino-3-(4-bromobenzoyl)phenylacetic acid or its pharmacologically acceptable salt or a hydrate thereof, an alkyl aryl polyether alcohol type polymer such as tyloxapol, or a polyethylene glycol fatty acid ester such as polyethylene glycol monostearate is stable. Since even in the case where a preservative is incorporated into said aqueous liquid preparation, the preservative exhibits a sufficient preservative effect for a long time, said aqueous liquid preparation in the form of an eye drop is useful for the treatment of blepharitis, conjunctivitis, scleritis, and postoperative inflammation. Also, the aqueous liquid preparation of the present invention in the form of a nasal drop is useful for the treatment of allergic rhinitis and inflammatory rhinitis (e.g. chronic rhinitis, hypertrophic rhinitis, nasal polyp, etc.).
US08754125B2	Antimicrobial preservation of propofol emulsions The invention provides intravenous formulations of propofol in an oil-in-water emulsion, having a combination of preservatives.
US08754124B2	Oligo-benzamide compounds and their use in treating cancers The present invention includes bis- and tris-benzamide compounds that block AR signaling and have activity against prostate cancer. Uses for these compounds, and pharmaceutical compositions containing the same, also are provided.
US08754123B2	Pharmaceutical compositions having desirable bioavailability The present invention is directed to the provision of pharmaceutical compositions. The compositions include a therapeutic agent and a relatively low amount of surfactant for providing higher bioavailability of the therapeutic agent. The compositions are particularly desirable as ophthalmic compositions in which the therapeutic agent is a prostaglandin such as travoprost and the surfactant is a vegetable oil such as castor oil.
US08754122B2	Geminal dialkyl prostanoids Disclosed herein is a method comprising administering a compound to a mammal suffering from an inflammatory bowel disease for the treatment of said disease, said compound having a structure according to Formula I wherein X, Y, B, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6 and n have the meanings found herein.
US08754117B2	Pyrrolidine triple reuptake inhibitors In various embodiments, the present invention provides cycloalkyl pyrrolidine compounds and methods for their use in the treatment and/or prevention of various diseases, conditions and syndromes, including central nervous system (CNS) disorders, such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia and sleep disorder as well as methods for their synthesis. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds of the invention, as well as methods of inhibiting reuptake of endogenous monoamines, such as dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine from the synaptic cleft and methods of modulating one or more monoamine transporter.
US08754112B2	Sulfone derivative Provided are a compound having an excellent hypoglycemic action, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and a pharmaceutical composition having an excellent therapeutic effect and/or prophylactic effect on type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and the like, which cause an increase in the blood sugar level due to abnormal sugar metabolism. A compound represented by general formula (I), or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, is disclosed.
US08754111B2	Method and substances for preparation of N-substituted pyridinium compounds A method for the synthesis of N-substituted 3-acylated pyridinium compounds by reacting a pentamethine precursor with a primary amine.
US08754107B2	Aminopyrrolidines as chemokine receptor antagonists The present invention is directed to novel aminopyrrolidines of formula I pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, metabolites thereof, isomers thereof, stereoisomers thereof or pro-drugs thereof, wherein the variables are as defined herein. The compounds of formula (I) are useful as chemokine receptor antagonists and as such would be useful in treating certain conditions and diseases, especially inflammatory conditions and diseases and proliferative disorders and conditions, for example, cancers.
US08754105B2	Macrocyclic inhibitors of hepatitis C virus Inhibitors of HCV replication of formula (I) the N-oxides, salts, and stereochemically isomeric forms thereof, wherein each dashed line (represented by ) represents an optional double bond; X is N, CH and where X bears a double bond it is C; R1 is aryl or a saturated, a partially unsaturated or completely unsaturated 5 or 6 membered monocyclic or 9 to 12 membered bicyclic heterocyclic ring system wherein said ring system contains one nitrogen, and optionally one to three additional heteroatoms selected from the group consisting of oxygen, sulfur and nitrogen, and wherein the remaining ring members are carbon atoms; wherein said ring system may be optionally substituted on any carbon or nitrogen ring atom with one, two, three, or four substituents; L is a direct bond, —O—, —O—C1-4alkanediyl-, —O—C(═O)—, —O—C(═O)—NR4a— or —O—C(═O)—NR4aC1-4 alkanediyl-; R2 is hydrogen, —OR5, —C(═O)OR5, —C(═O)R6, —C(═O)NR4aR4b, —C(═O)NHR4c, —NR4aR4b, —NHR4c, —NR4aSOpNR4aR4b, —NR4aSOpR7, or B(OR5)2; R3 is hydrogen, and where X is C or CH, R3 may also be C1-6alkyl; n is 3, 4, 5, or 6; p is 1 or 2; aryl is phenyl, naphthyl, indanyl, or 1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthyl, each of which may be optionally substituted with one, two or three substituents; Het is a 5 or 6 membered saturated, partially unsaturated or completely unsaturated heterocyclic ring containing 1 to 4 heteroatoms each independently selected from nitrogen, oxygen and sulfur, being optionally condensed with a benzene ring, and wherein the group Het as a whole may be optionally substituted with one, two or three substituents; pharmaceutical compositions containing compounds (I) and processes for preparing compounds (I). Bioavailable combinations of the inhibitors of HCV of formula (I) with ritonavir are also provided.
US08754104B2	Crystalline salts of quinoline compounds and methods for preparing them A stable solid pharmaceutical composition consisting essentially of an effective amount of a crystalline salt of formula (II) together with an alkaline-reacting component maintaining the pH preferably above 8, or a salt with a divalent metal cation; and at least one pharmaceutical excipient; said salt of formula (II) being essentially stable during storage at room temperature for a period of at least 3 years. A process for stabilizing the salt of formula (II). A crystalline salt of formula (II) and a process for preparing said salt.
US08754102B2	Nitrogen containing compounds and their use Compounds of Formula (I), their preparation and use in preventing or treating bacterial infections are disclosed.
US08754101B2	N-cyclobutyl-imidazopyridine-methylamine as TRPV1 antagonists A compound of formula (I) wherein X represents a H atom, or a CH2OH group, Y represents a H atom, or a CH2OH group, but X and Y are not both CH2OH groups and Ar is selected from or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.
US08754100B2	Nitrogen-containing fused heterocyclic compounds and their use as beta amyloid production inhibitors A compound represented by the formula [I]: or a pharmacologically acceptable salt or ester thereof, wherein Ring A represents a five-membered aromatic heterocyclic group or the like fused with a non-aromatic ring group, which may be substituted, Ring B represents a phenyl group or the like which may be substituted, X1 represents a single bond or the like, R1 and R2 each represent a C1-6 alkyl group or the like, m represents an integer of 0 to 3, and n represents an integer of 0 to 2, is effective as a therapeutic agent for a disease caused by Aβ.
US08754097B2	Piperidine and piperazine derivatives Compounds of the formula (I), in which R1, R2, R3, D, G, Q and W have the meanings indicated in claim (1), can and be employed for the treatment of tumors.
US08754092B2	Inhibitors of the hedgehog pathway The present invention is directed to a compound of Formula I or a single isomer thereof; where the compound is optionally as a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, hydrate, solvate or combination thereof, in addition to methods of preparing a Compound of Formula I, and methods of using a Compound of Formula I to treat cancer.
US08754090B2	Use of inhibitors of bruton's tyrosine kinase (Btk) Disclosed herein are methods for treating a cancer comprising: a. administering a Btk inhibitor to a subject sufficient to result in an increase or appearance in the blood of a subpopulation of lymphocytes defined by immunophenotyping; b. determining the expression profile of one or more biomarkers from one or more subpopulation of lymphocytes; and c. administering a second agent based on the determined expression profile.
US08754089B2	Heterocyclic compounds and their uses Substituted bicyclic heteroaryls and compositions containing them, for the treatment of general inflammation, arthritis, rheumatic diseases, osteoarthritis, inflammatory bowel disorders, inflammatory eye disorders, inflammatory or unstable bladder disorders, psoriasis, skin complaints with inflammatory components, chronic inflammatory conditions, including but not restricted to autoimmune diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosis (SLE), myestenia gravis, rheumatoid arthritis, acute disseminated encephalomyelitis, idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, multiples sclerosis, Sjoegren's syndrome and autoimmune hemolytic anemia, allergic conditions including all forms of hypersensitivity, The present invention also enables methods for treating cancers that are mediated, dependent on or associated with p110 activity, including but not restricted to leukemias, such as Acute Myeloid leukaemia (AML) Myelo-dysplastic syndrome (MDS) myelo-proliferative diseases (MPD) Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) T-cell Acute Lymphoblastic leukaemia (T-ALL) B-cell Acute Lymphoblastic leukaemia (B-ALL) Non Hodgkins Lymphoma (NHL) B-cell lymphoma and solid tumors, such as breast cancer.
US08754086B2	Indolyl-substituted pyrazino-quinolines and their use for the treatment of cancer The disclosure describes compounds of formula I, wherein the wedged bonds, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R5a, R6, R7, R8, R9, R10, R11, R12, R13, R14, X and Y have meanings given in the description, and pharmaceutically-acceptable salts thereof; and methods of using such compounds useful in the treatment of cancer and conditions affected by inhibition of angiogenesis. Also provided, are processes for the preparation of formula I, by reacting formula I with other compounds; and processes for the preparation of a pharmaceutical formulation by bringing into association, a compound of formula I, with therapeutic agents and/or a pharmaceutically-acceptable adjuvant, diluent, or carrier.
US08754085B2	Pyrido[2,3-b]pyrazine compounds useful as IP receptor agonist The present invention provides heterocyclic derivatives which activate the IP receptor. Activating the IP receptor signaling pathway is useful to treat many forms of PAH, pulmonary fibrosis and exert beneficial effects in fibrotic conditions of various organs in animal models and in patients. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising such derivatives are also encompassed. Examples of compounds of the invention include the compounds according to Formula Ia, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and the compounds of the examples.
US08754080B2	Pyrimidine substituted purine compounds as kinase (S) inhibitors The present invention relates to a purine compound useful as a kinase inhibitor. The compound has the structure (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.
US08754079B2	Cycloalkyl containing thienopyrimidines for pharmaceutical compositions The present invention relates to novel thienopyrimidine compounds of general formula pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds and their therapeutic use for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of diseases which can be influenced by the inhibition of the kinase activity of Mnk1 and/or Mnk2 (Mnk2a or Mnk2b) and/or variants thereof.
US08754077B2	8-fluorophthalazin-1(2H)-one compounds 8-Fluorophthalazin-1(2h)-one compounds of Formula I where one or two of X1, X2, and X3 are N, are provided, including stereoisomers, tautomers, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, useful for inhibiting Btk kinase, and for treating immune disorders such as inflammation mediated by Btk kinase. Methods of using compounds of Formula I for in vitro, in situ, and in vivo diagnosis, and treatment of such disorders in mammalian cells, or associated pathological conditions, are disclosed.
US08754060B2	Methods and compositions for inhibition of axonal degeneration by modulation of the DLK/JNK pathway Methods of reducing Wallerian degeneration are disclosed. These methods comprise inhibiting expression or activity of a mixed lineage kinase such as a dual leucine-zipper-bearing kinase (DLK), inhibiting expression or activity of a molecule acting downstream from DLK, such as a c-Jun N-terminal kinase (JNK), or a combination thereof. Further disclosed are methods of screening candidate compounds for DLK inhibition activity. These methods comprise providing a neuronal culture comprising a plurality of axons; contacting the culture with a candidate compound and with an axon degeneration-triggering agent; and comparing axonal degeneration in the culture to a control culture comprising the axon degeneration-triggering agent but not the candidate compound.
US08754056B2	Enhancing vessel lesion homing and repair potential of stem cells Disclosed herein are methods of enhancing repair of vascular lesions involving the administration of cells in which TGF-β expression and/or activity has been transiently blocked. Other methods involve the administration of a TGF-β blocking agent to a subject who has a vascular lesion or is at risk of developing a vascular lesion. Alternatively, a TGF-β blocking agent and treated cells are co-administered to a subject in need thereof.
US08754055B2	Methods, compositions, and kits for collecting and detecting oligonucleotides Methods, pharmaceutical compositions, and kits are provided which includes accurately sampling a RNA from a tissue of an animal and analyzing RNA in the tissue of the animal as an indicator of physiological state, infectious disease, neoplastic disease, autoimmune disease, inflammatory disease, cardiovascular disease, atherosclerotic disease, or neurological disease in the animal. A method is provided which includes administering at least one compound to an animal wherein the at least one compound is configured to prevent the cleavage of at least one tissue RNA by a ribonuclease. The method further includes collecting a sample of at least a portion of tissue from the animal.
US08754044B2	Neuroprotection by hepatic cells and hepatocyte secretory factors The present invention relates to compositions and methods for neuroprotection. In particular, provided herein are compositions (e.g., hepatocyte secretory factors) for alleviating and/or protecting against neuronal damage (e.g., resulting from stroke), and methods of use thereof.
US08754043B2	Epidermal growth factor compositions A composition for treating a wound, wherein the composition can comprise therapeutically effective amount of an epidermal growth factor and a physiologically acceptable agent, wherein the physiologically acceptable agent comprises at least one of a stabilizer, a preservative, a thickening agent, carrier/diluent, and optionally pH regulating agent and humectant.
US08754032B2	Concomitant pharmaceutical agents and use thereof A concomitant agent to be used simultaneously or separately, comprising a combination of (a) 3-{(2S,4S)-4-[4-(3-methyl-1-phenyl-1H-pyrazol-5-yl)piperazin-1-yl]pyrrolidin-2-ylcarbonyl}thiazolidine, a salt of the compound with an organic or inorganic and mono- or di-basic acid or a solvate thereof, and (b) at least one kind of active ingredient selected from the group consisting of an active ingredient of a pharmaceutical agent selected from (i) an antidiabetic drug, (ii) a lipid lowering drug, (iii) an antihypertensive drug, (iv) a therapeutic drug for diabetic complications, (v) an antiobesity drug, (vi) an antiplatelet drug and (vii) an anticoagulant, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof and a solvate thereof.
US08754024B1	Liquefied-gas aerosol dusting composition containing sucrose octaacetate A liquefied-gas aerosol dusting composition for preventing inhalation abuse incidents. The composition comprises at least one liquefied gas and Sucrose Octaacetate wherein the concentration of said aerosol dusting composition ranges from 5 ppm to about 50 ppm.
US08754023B2	Cleaning agent Liquid washing or cleaning agent preparations includes a) >5 wt. % of at least one active washing or cleaning enzyme; b) >5 wt. % of at least one organic solvent c) boric acid or a boric acid derivative d) a source of Ca or Mg ions and are characterized by a good phase and enzyme stability and good cleaning powers.
US08754019B2	Pressure transmission medium and hydraulic device A pressure transmission medium contains an ester or an ether having two or more ring structures of an aromatic ring or a saturated naphthenic ring as a pressure transmission medium base oil. The pressure transmission medium that exhibits low energy loss due to compression, excellent response in a hydraulic circuit, energy-saving, high-speed operation and high precision of control in a hydraulic circuit, a low viscosity and a low churning resistance, and a hydraulic device can be provided.
US08754013B2	Open-reading-frame (ORF) phage display A dual display phage system for the identification of protein interaction networks and therapeutic targets.
US08754000B2	Catalyst for hydrogen generation from small organic molecules A catalyst for the generation of hydrogen from a small organic molecule comprises a tertiary metal composition where: the first metal is either Pt or Ru; the second metal is at least one of Pt, Ru, Au, Pd, Rh, Ir, Os, and/or Re; and Bi, primarily present in the form of an oxide or of a mixture of oxides and carbonates and in the +3 oxidation state. A portion of the first and/or second metal may be in the form of an oxide. The catalyst can be in the form of a nanoparticle and supported on an inert substrate, such as carbon. The catalyst can be used for dehydrogenation of formic acid or other small organic molecules in a liquid state at ambient pressures and at temperatures below the boiling point of the liquid. The liquid can be an aqueous solution of the small organic molecule.
US08753996B2	Method and apparatus for testing a catalyst material A method of ageing a catalyst material includes at least the steps of: (a) heating a gaseous stream; (b) adding a least one pure hydrocarbon gas and an oxygen-containing gas to the heated gaseous stream to provide a combined stream; and (c) passing the combined stream through the catalyst material. The use of at least one pure hydrocarbon gas and an oxygen-containing gas allows maximum re-circulation of the exit stream from the catalyst material for reuse, while maintaining the correct C, H and O proportions being provided in the combined stream to replicate realistic use of the catalyst material.
US08753995B2	Ceramic dielectric material matched with nickel internal electrode and method for producing capacitor using same A high-frequency and low-dielectric-constant ceramic dielectric material matched with nickel internal electrode and a method for producing capacitor using same. The ceramic dielectric material consists of main crystalline phase, modifying additive and sintering flux. The main crystalline phase is MgZrxSi(1−x)O3, wherein 0.05≦x≦0.15. The modifying additive is one or more of MnO2, Al2O3, CaO, Bi2O3 and TiO2, and the sintering flux is one or more of B2O3, SiO2, ZnO, Li2O, K2O and BaO. The ceramic dielectric material has good uniformity, and excellent dielectric properties, meets the requirements of COG characteristics in EIA standard, and meets the environmental requirements. The ceramic dielectric material can be sintered under the reducing atmosphere and can be matched with nickel electrodes. The chip multilayer ceramic capacitor made of the ceramic dielectric material and nickel internal electrodes has stable performance.
US08753992B2	Glass ceramic composition, substrate for light emitting element, and light emitting device To provide a glass ceramic composition with which a substrate for a light emitting element having a high reflectance and a high thermal conductivity can be obtained, and which can suppress breakage at the time of production of the substrate for a light emitting element. A glass ceramic composition to be used for production of a substrate on which a light emitting element is to be mounted, which comprises from 30 to 45 mass % of a glass powder, from 35 to 50 mass % of an alumina powder and from 10 to 30 mass % of a zirconia powder, to the total amount of the glass powder, the alumina powder and the zirconia powder, wherein the average particle size of the zirconia powder is at most ¼ of the average particle size of the alumina powder.
US08753990B2	Systems and methods of laser texturing and crystallization of material surfaces The surface of a material is textured and crystallized in a single step by exposing the surface to pulses from an ultrafast laser. The laser treatment causes pillars to form on the treated surface. These pillars provide for greater light absorption. The crystallization of the material provides for higher electric conductivity and changes in optical properties of the material. The method may be performed in a gaseous environment, so that laser assisted chemical etching will aid in the texturing of the surface. This method may be used on various material surfaces, such as semiconductors, metals, ceramics, polymers, and glasses.
US08753984B2	Method and apparatus for forming silicon nitride film A method of forming a silicon nitride film on the surface of an object to be processed, the method including forming a seed layer functioning as a seed of the silicon nitride film on the surface of the object to be processed by using at least an aminosilane-based gas, prior to forming the silicon nitride film on the surface of the object to be processed.
US08753982B2	Method for producing a connection region on a side wall of a semiconductor body A method for producing a connection region on a side wall of a semiconductor body is disclosed. A first trench is produced on a first surface of a semiconductor body and extends into the semiconductor body. An insulation layer is formed on the side walls and on the bottom of the first trench, and the first trench is only partially filled. The unfilled part of the first trench is filled with an electrically conductive material. A separating trench is produced along the first trench in such a way that a side wall of the separating trench directly adjoins the first trench. The part of the insulation layer which adjoins the separating trench is at least partially removed, with the result that at least some of the electrically conductive material in the first trench is exposed.
US08753981B2	Microelectronic devices with through-silicon vias and associated methods of manufacturing Microelectronic devices with through-silicon vias and associated methods of manufacturing such devices. One embodiment of a method for forming tungsten through-silicon vias comprising forming an opening having a sidewall such that the opening extends through at least a portion of a substrate on which microelectronic structures have been formed. The method can further include lining the sidewall with a dielectric material, depositing tungsten on the dielectric material such that a cavity extends through at least a portion of the tungsten, and filling the cavity with a polysilicon material.
US08753974B2	Charge dissipation of cavities Structures and methods for the dissipation of charge build-up during the formation of cavities in semiconductor substrates.
US08753972B2	Copper bonding compatible bond pad structure and method A copper bonding compatible bond pad structure and associated method is disclosed. The device bond pad structure includes a buffering structure formed of regions of interconnect metal and regions of non-conductive passivation material, the buffering structure providing buffering of underlying layers and structures of the device.
US08753970B2	Methods of forming semiconductor devices with self-aligned contacts and the resulting devices One method includes forming a sacrificial gate structure above a substrate, forming a first sidewall spacer adjacent a sacrificial gate electrode, removing a portion of the first sidewall spacer to expose a portion of the sidewalls of the sacrificial gate electrode, and forming a liner layer on the exposed sidewalls of the sacrificial gate electrode and above a residual portion of the first sidewall spacer. The method further includes forming a first layer of insulating material above the liner layer, forming a second sidewall spacer above the first layer of insulating material and adjacent the liner layer, performing an etching process to remove the second sidewall spacer and sacrificial gate cap layer to expose an upper surface of the sacrificial gate electrode, removing the sacrificial gate electrode to define a gate cavity at least partially defined laterally by the liner layer, and forming a replacement gate structure in the cavity.
US08753969B2	Methods for fabricating MOS devices with stress memorization A MOS device and methods for its fabrication are provided. In one embodiment the MOS device is fabricated on and within a semiconductor substrate. The method includes forming a gate structure having a top and sidewalls and having a gate insulator overlying the semiconductor substrate, a gate electrode overlying the gate insulator, and a cap overlying the gate electrode. An oxide liner is deposited over the top and sidewalls of the gate structure. In the method, the cap is etched from the gate structure and oxide needles extending upward from the gate structure are exposed. A stress-inducing layer is deposited over the oxide needles and gate structure and the semiconductor substrate is annealed. Then, the stress-inducing liner is removed.
US08753965B2	Graphene transistor with a self-aligned gate A method of forming a transistor structure is provided. The method includes forming a graphene layer on an insulating layer; forming a stack of a first metal portion and a second metal portion over the graphene layer, wherein sidewalls of the first metal portion are vertically coincident with sidewalls of the second metal portion; and laterally offsetting the sidewalls of the first metal portion relative to the sidewalls of the second metal portion by a lateral distance.
US08753963B2	Manufacturing method of multi-trench termination structure for semiconductor device A multi-trench termination structure for semiconductor device is disclosed, where the semiconductor device includes a semiconductor substrate and an active structure region. The multi-trench termination structure includes multiple trenches defined on an exposed face of the semiconductor substrate, a first mask layer formed on a partial exposed surface of the semiconductor substrate and corresponding to a termination structure region of the semiconductor device, a gate insulation layer formed in the trenches, a conductive layer formed on the gate insulation layer and protruding out of the exposed surface of the semiconductor substrate, and a metal layer formed over the first mask layer and conductive layer on the termination structure region of the semiconductor device.
US08753953B1	Self aligned capacitor fabrication A capacitor and method for fabricating the same. In one configuration, the capacitor has a silicon substrate, a first and a second silicon dioxide layer over the silicon substrate, and silicon nitride fins between the silicon dioxide layers. The capacitor further includes a dielectric layer over the silicon nitride fins and metal vias in the dielectric layer.
US08753952B2	Integrated circuit with integrated decoupling capacitors Ferroelectric capacitor structures for integrated decoupling capacitors and the like. The ferroelectric capacitor structure includes two or more ferroelectric capacitors connected in series with one another between voltage nodes. The series connection of the ferroelectric capacitors reduces the applied voltage across each, enabling the use of rough ferroelectric dielectric material, such as PZT deposited by MOCVD. Matched construction of the series-connected capacitors, as well as uniform polarity of the applied voltage across each, is beneficial in reducing the maximum voltage across any one of the capacitors, reducing the vulnerability to dielectric breakdown.
US08753947B2	Method of manufacturing a light emitting, photovoltaic or other electronic apparatus and system The present invention provides a method of manufacturing an electronic apparatus, such as a lighting device having light emitting diodes (LEDs) or a power generating device having photovoltaic diodes. The exemplary method includes depositing a first conductive medium within a plurality of channels of a base to form a plurality of first conductors; depositing within the plurality of channels a plurality of semiconductor substrate particles suspended in a carrier medium; forming an ohmic contact between each semiconductor substrate particle and a first conductor; converting the semiconductor substrate particles into a plurality of semiconductor diodes; depositing a second conductive medium to form a plurality of second conductors coupled to the plurality of semiconductor diodes; and depositing or attaching a plurality of lenses suspended in a first polymer over the plurality of diodes. In various embodiments, the depositing, forming, coupling and converting steps are performed by or through a printing process.
US08753944B2	Pocket counterdoping for gate-edge diode leakage reduction A method of fabricating a Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (MOS) transistor includes providing a substrate having a substrate surface doped with a second dopant type and a gate stack over the substrate surface, and a masking pattern on the substrate surface which exposes a portion of the substrate surface for ion implantation. A first pocket implantation uses the second dopant type with the masking pattern on the substrate surface. At least one retrograde gate edge diode leakage (GDL) reduction pocket implantation uses the first dopant type with the masking pattern on the substrate surface. The first pocket implant and retrograde GDL reduction pocket implant are annealed. After annealing, the first pocket implant provides first pocket regions and the retrograde GDL reduction pocket implant provides an overlap with the first pocket regions to form a first counterdoped pocket portion within the first pocket regions.
US08753942B2	Silicon and silicon germanium nanowire structures Methods of forming microelectronic structures are described. Embodiments of those methods include forming a nanowire device comprising a substrate comprising source/drain structures adjacent to spacers, and nanowire channel structures disposed between the spacers, wherein the nanowire channel structures are vertically stacked above each other.
US08753937B2	Manufacturing method of power transistor device with super junction The present invention provides a manufacturing method of a power transistor device. First, a semiconductor substrate of a first conductivity type is provided, and at least one trench is formed in the semiconductor substrate. Next, the trench is filled with a dopant source layer, and a first thermal drive-in process is performed to form two doped diffusion regions of a second conductivity type in the semiconductor substrate, wherein the doping concentration of each doped diffusion region close to the trench is different from the one of each doped diffusion region far from the trench. Then, the dopant source layer is removed and a tilt-angle ion implantation process and a second thermal drive-in process are performed to adjust the doping concentration of each doped diffusion region close to the trench.
US08753930B2	Method of manufacturing semiconductor device including ashing of photoresist with deuterium or tritium gas A method of manufacturing a semiconductor device comprises placing a semiconductor substrate in an ashing chamber, the semiconductor substrate having a gate, a silicon nitride gate sidewall offset spacer or a silicon nitride gate sidewall pacer formed thereon, and a photo resist residue remaining on the semiconductor substrate, introducing a gas mixture including D2 or T2 into the ashing chamber, and ashing the photo resist residue using a plasma that is formed from the gas mixture. The gas mixture can include a deuterium gas or a tritium gas having a volume ratio ranging between about 1% and about 20%. Embodiments can reduce Si recess and the loss of silicon nitride thin film during ashing.
US08753929B2	Structure fabrication method A structure fabrication method. A provided structure includes a gate dielectric region on the substrate and a gate electrode region on the gate dielectric region. Atoms are implanted in a top portion of the gate electrode region, which expands the top portion of the gate electrode in a direction parallel to a top surface of the gate dielectric region. After the atom implantation, a conformal dielectric layer is formed on top and side walls of the gate electrode region. A dielectric spacer layer, formed on the conformal dielectric layer, is etched such that only spacer portions of the dielectric spacer layer which are under the conformal dielectric layer remain, wherein for any point of the remaining spacer portions, a straight line through that point and parallel to a reference direction intersects the conformal dielectric layer. The reference direction is perpendicular to the top surface of the gate dielectric region.
US08753928B2	Method of manufacturing semiconductor device In a process of manufacturing a transistor including an oxide semiconductor layer, an amorphous oxide semiconductor layer which includes a region containing excess oxygen as compared to a stoichiometric composition ratio of an oxide semiconductor in a crystalline state is formed over a silicon oxide film, an aluminum oxide film is formed over the amorphous oxide semiconductor layer, and then heat treatment is performed so that at least part of the amorphous oxide semiconductor layer is crystallized and an oxide semiconductor layer which includes a crystal having a c-axis substantially perpendicular to a surface of the oxide semiconductor layer is formed.
US08753927B2	Low cost anti-fuse structure and method to make same An anti-fuse structure is provided in which an anti-fuse material liner is embedded within one of the openings provided within an interconnect dielectric material. The anti-fuse material liner is located between a first conductive metal and a second conductive metal which are also present within the opening. A diffusion barrier liner separates the first conductive metal from any portion of the interconnect dielectric material. The anti-fuse structure is laterally adjacent an interconnect structure that is formed within the same interconnect dielectric material as the anti-fuse structure.
US08753924B2	Grown carbon nanotube die attach structures, articles, devices, and processes for making them An article of manufacture includes a semiconductor die (110) having an integrated circuit (105) on a first side of the die (110), a diffusion barrier (125) on a second side of the die (110) opposite the first side, a mat of carbon nanotubes (112) rooted to the diffusion barrier (125), a die attach adhesive (115) forming an integral mass with the mat (112) of the carbon nanotubes, and a die pad (120) adhering to the die attach adhesive and (115) and the mat (112) of carbon nanotubes for at least some thermal transfer between the die (110) and the die pad (120) via the carbon nanotubes (112). Other articles, integrated circuit devices, structures, and processes of manufacture, and assembly processes are also disclosed.
US08753916B2	Semiconductor-nanocrystal/conjugated polymer thin films The invention described herein provides for thin films and methods of making comprising inorganic semiconductor-nanocrystals dispersed in semiconducting-polymers in high loading amounts. The invention also describes photovoltaic devices incorporating the thin films.
US08753909B2	Light-emitting device and manufacturing method thereof A light emitting device and a method of fabricating thereof are provided. The method of fabricating the light emitting device comprises: providing a substrate having a first major surface and a second major surface; forming a plurality of light-emitting stacks on the first major surface; forming an etching protection layer on each of the light emitting stacks; forming a plurality of holes by a discontinuous laser beam on the substrate; etching the plurality of holes; and slicing off the substrate along the plurality of holes to form a light emitting device. The light emitting device has a substrate wherein the sidewall of the substrate comprising a first area with a substantially flat surface and a second area with substantially textured surface.
US08753902B1	Method of controlling etching process for forming epitaxial structure A method of controlling an etching process for forming an epitaxial structure includes the following steps. A substrate having a gate thereon is provided. A spacer is formed on the substrate beside the gate to define the position of the epitaxial structure. A thickness of the spacer is measured. The etching time of a first etching process is set according to the thickness. The first etching process is performed to form a recess in the substrate beside the spacer. The epitaxial structure is formed in the recess.
US08753900B2	Metal density aware signal routing Methods and apparatus for routing signal paths in an integrated circuit. One or more signal routing paths for transferring signals of the integrated circuit may be determined. A dummy fill pattern for the integrated circuit may be determined based on the one or more metal density specifications and at least one design rule for reducing cross coupling capacitance between the dummy fill pattern and the routing paths. The signal routing paths and/or the dummy fill pattern may be incrementally optimized to meet one or more timing requirements of the integrated circuit.
US08753899B2	Magnetoresistive random access memory (MRAM) device and fabrication methods thereof A method includes patterning a plurality of magnetic tunnel junction (MTJ) layers to form an MTJ cell, and forming a dielectric cap layer over a top surface and on a sidewall of the MTJ cell. The step of patterning and the step of forming the dielectric cap layer are in-situ formed in a same vacuum environment. A plasma treatment is performed on the dielectric cap layer to transform the dielectric cap layer into a treated dielectric cap layer, whereby the treated dielectric cap layer improves protection from H2O or O2, and thus degradation.
US08753896B2	Method of monitoring a surfactant in a microelectronic process by fluorescence A method of monitoring a surfactant in a microelectronic process is disclosed. Specifically, the monitoring of a surfactant occurs by studying the fluorescence or electromagnetic emission of a sample collected from a microelectronic process.
US08753893B2	Multi-dimensional fluid sensors and related detectors and methods The present invention provides multi-dimensional sensors with fluidic flow channels for processing fluid samples.
US08753889B1	Methods for diagnosing and treating disease in animals by the analysis of isotopes in elements such as carbon and nitrogen in animal substrate Methods are disclosed for using stable isotopes of carbon and nitrogen in hair and feces to predict disease in animals such as predicting the susceptibility of dairy cows to periparturient production-related metabolic diseases (PRMDs). Other methods that are disclosed are for using stable isotopes of carbon and nitrogen in blood components, erythrocytes and plasma proteins, to predict dairy cow susceptibility to PRMDS; yet other disclosed methods are for using stable isotopes of carbon and nitrogen in hair and feces of horses as a prognostic indicator after surgical or medical correction of gastrointestinal colic. Other methods that are disclosed also include using stable isotopes of carbon and nitrogen in blood components, erythrocytes and plasma proteins, of horses as a prognostic indicator before or after surgical or medical correction of gastrointestinal colic.
US08753887B2	Use of a cellular extract for a mitotic remodeling of chromosomes The present invention relates to the use of a female germinal cell (egg) extract of pluricellular organisms in M-phase of the cell cycle for a mitotic remodeling of chromosomes of donor cells of pluricellular organisms, wherein the mitotic remodeling confers to the nucleus of the donor cells the ability to adapt themselves to the early embryonic development, in particular to the replication phases, in order to carry out the embryonic development or to obtain stem cells.
US08753879B2	VCP-based vectors for algal cell transformation Provided herein are exemplary vectors for transforming algal cells. In exemplary embodiments, the vector comprises a Violaxanthin-chlorophyll a binding protein (Vcp) promoter driving expression of an antibiotic resistance gene in an algal cell. Embodiments of the invention may be used to introduce a gene (or genes) into the alga Nannochloropsis, such that the gene(s) are expressed and functional. This unprecedented ability to transform Nannochloropsis with high efficiency makes possible new developments in phycology, aquaculture and biofuels applications.
US08753878B2	Process and formulation for immunizing fish in aquaculture systems Process, use, method and formulation of disoxyribonucleic acid vaccine inclusion (DNA) in nutritional compositions for animal in culture, particularly in fishery systems.
US08753877B2	Incubator An incubator including a cultivating chamber for cultivating cultures, a water supply control unit for supplying water into the cultivating chamber through a water supply passage and adjusting the humidity of the inside of the cultivating chamber, and a filter provided in the water supply passage.
US08753875B2	Compositions and means for diagnosing microbial infections The present invention pertains to the need for novel, reliable, fast and inexpensive approaches to diagnosing, including detecting and characterizing microbial infections in humans and animals or methods for detecting and characterizing microbial infections in various environments, such as in a food or feed sample. The present invention provides compositions, platforms, kits and methods for diagnosing, detecting and/or characterizing a microbial infection or contamination. In particular the present invention relates to such compositions, platforms, kits and methods for diagnosing, detecting and/or characterizing a urinary tract infection.
US08753871B2	Integrated bio-reactor monitor and control system Systems and methods for automatically controlling conditions of a process are disclosed. In one example, a controller is programmed with a sequence of steps and parameters required to carry out a bioreactor process. A sensor system interacts with the bioreactor to receive information related to a condition of the bioreactor and/or receive a sample from the bioreactor, which it analyzes. The sensor system sends data signals related to the information and/or the sample to a controller, which determines a control signal based on the received information. The controller sends the control signal to the sensor system which, based on the control signal, performs an action that affects a condition of the bioreactor or affects the sensor system itself.
US08753867B2	Method of evaluating the biodegradation of hydrocarbons trapped in a basin Method of evaluating the biodegradation, through the action of a bacterial population, of hydrocarbons trapped in a geologic structure.The mass of hydrocarbons present in said structure is determined without taking account of the biodegradation, from data relative to the physical and geometrical characteristics of the structure studied. Then the mass of hydrocarbons consumed by biodegradation is calculated after evaluating the number of bacteria, their hydrocarbon consumption and the structure filling time. The mass percentage of oil disappeared through the bacterial action is deduced from these two masses.Application: determination of the composition of oils in a reservoir and notably location of heavy oils. The method can notably be applied to the evaluation of the economic risk linked with the presence of biodegraded petroleum reservoirs.
US08753860B1	Polypeptides having cellobiohydrolase activity and polynucleotides encoding same The present invention relates to isolated polypeptides having cellobiohydrolase activity and isolated polynucleotides encoding the polypeptides. The invention also relates to nucleic acid constructs, vectors, and host cells comprising the polynucleotides as well as methods of producing and using the polypeptides.
US08753858B2	Reagents and processes for stabilizing alkaline phosphatase or conjugates thereof The present disclosure relates to stabilizers for alkaline phosphatase or conjugates thereof, a process for preparing a stabilizer, and a method for stabilizing alkaline phosphatase or conjugates thereof with a stabilizer. The present disclosure also relates to a reagent of alkaline phosphatase or conjugates thereof as well as to a process for preparing the same. In another aspect, the present disclosure relates to a kit comprising the stabilizers disclosed herein and alkaline phosphatase or conjugates thereof. The stabilizer disclosed herein can stabilize alkaline phosphatase or conjugates thereof for a prolonged period of time, extending their shelf-life.
US08753853B2	Process for making linear dicarboxylic acids from renewable resources This invention provides a process of making a linear dicarboxylic acid of C10, C12, C14, C16 or C18 chain length, the process comprising providing a feed which is a renewable resource, contacting the feed with a catalyst in the presence of hydrogen and at a temperature of about 250° C. to about 425° C. and at a pressure of about 500 psig to about 2500 psig (3450 kPa to about 17,250 kPa) to produce a hydrocarbon product having at least a 5:1 ratio of even-numbered alkanes to odd-numbered alkanes and comprising a linear alkane of Cn chain length; and fermenting at least a portion of the linear alkane of Cn chain length to a linear dicarboxylic acid of Cn chain length, wherein n=10, 12, 14, 16 or 18. The catalyst comprises an oxide, molybdenum, and one or more active metals selected from the group consisting of nickel, cobalt, and mixtures thereof and the catalyst is in sulfided form.
US08753851B2	Systems and methods for culturing algae with bivalves Provided herein are systems and methods for extracting lipids and/or producing biofuel from algae in marine and freshwater environments, wherein algae and bivalves are co-cultured in a system of enclosures comprising water that comprises recycled nutrients that are essential for algal growth. The system also include enclosures for culturing fishes which are used to harvest the algae.
US08753848B2	Method of producing corn starch by enzymatic process A method of producing corn starch by enzymatic process involving: soaking the corn; crushing the corn, separating and washing embryo; fine grinding; washing and drying fiber; separating and drying protein; washing, dewatering and drying the starch. An enzyme preparation is added before the step of washing, dewatering and drying the starch; the enzyme preparation is cellulose, or xylanase, or combination of the cellulose and the xylanase; and addition of the enzyme preparation is from 0.001% to 0.08% by weight of the corn. Based on the technology of traditional wet process, the method of the present invention comprises a step of adding enzyme preparation in the process of separating the corn, which improves the effect and the efficiency of mechanical separation, and further improves the purity and yield of the substance separated while also reducing the energy consumption.
US08753846B2	Methods of modifying nucleic acids in host cells A method of double crossover homologous recombination in a host cell comprising: a first homologous recombination event between a donor DNA molecule comprising a first element of a selectable allele and an acceptor DNA molecule comprising a second element of the selectable allele in the host cell, thereby to form a product of the first homologous recombination event in the host cell; and a second homologous recombination event within the product of the first homologous recombination event, thereby to form a product of the second homologous recombination event in the host cell which confers a selectable phenotype on the host cell, wherein the selectable phenotype arises following and in dependency on the formation of a selectable allele from the first and second elements of the selectable allele.
US08753843B2	Antibodies to IL-17A Engineered antibodies to human IL-17A are provided, as well as uses thereof.
US08753840B2	Modified cyanobacteria Disclosed is a modified photoautotrophic bacterium comprising genes of interest that are modified in terms of their expression and/or coding region sequence, wherein modification of the genes of interest increases production of a desired product in the bacterium relative to the amount of the desired product production in a photoautotrophic bacterium that is not modified with respect to the genes of interest.
US08753832B2	Method of assaying 1,5 anhydroglucitol by using whole blood and measurement kit In quickly assaying a blood component interfered by glucose and/or its derivative on the bedside or in a clinic or in assaying the same by a patient in his/her own home, there has been required an assay method wherein the whole blood can be used as a sample as such without resorting to a centrifuge or the like. A method of assaying a blood component to be used for assaying a blood component interfered by glucose and/or its derivative, characterized by comprising bringing the whole blood into contact with a substance capable of converting glucose and/or its derivative into another substance not interfering the assay and, simultaneously or subsequently, separating blood cells; a device to be used in the assay method; and a kit containing this device.
US08753831B2	Methods for detection of botulinum neurotoxin Provided herein is a large immuno-sorbent surface area assay (ALISSA) for the rapid and sensitive detection of botulinum neurotoxins (BoNTs) and anthrax toxin. This assay is designed to capture a low number of toxin molecules and to measure their intrinsic protease activity via conversion of a fluorogenic or luminescent substrate. Also provided herein are novel peptides that can be specifically cleaved by BoNT and novel peptides that are resistant to cleavage by BoNT. The combination of these cleavable and control peptides can be used for implementation of an exemplary ALISSA used to specifically detect BoNT enzymatic activity. Furthermore, the ALISSA as described herein may also be used in a column based format for use in a high-throughput system for testing large quantities of samples.
US08753823B1	Immunoassay method for detecting the presence of antibodies to intravenously injected oral medications The steps of the method are preparing a specific antigen; intravenously injecting prescription medication initially intended for oral consumption into the blood stream of the patient, the prescription medication including an inert binder; creating unnatural antibodies in response to antigenic stimulation; drawing a blood sample from a patient; mixing the drawn blood sample with the prepared specific antigen; and determining the presence of a formation of an antibody-antigen complex indicative of medication initially intended for oral consumption intravenously injected into the blood stream of a patient.
US08753817B2	Cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator gene mutations The present invention provides novel mutations of the CFTR gene related to cystic fibrosis or to conditions associated with cystic fibrosis. Also provided are probes for detecting the mutant sequences. Methods of identifying if an individual has a genotype containing one or more mutations in the CFTR gene are further provided.
US08753813B2	Generation of combinatorial patterns by deliberate tilting of a polymer-pen array The disclosure relates to a method of forming a pattern having pattern elements with a plurality of sizes on a substrate surface with a tilted pen array that includes choosing a tilt geometry for a pen array with respect to a substrate, inducing the tilt geometry between the pen array and the substrate surface, and forming a pattern having pattern elements on the substrate surface with the titled pen array, whereby the size of the formed pattern elements varies across the substrate surface along the tilted axis or axes. For example, the tilt geometry is in reference to the substrate surface and comprises a first angle with respect to a first axis of the substrate and a second angle with respect to a second axis of the substrate, the second axis being perpendicular to the first axis, and at least one of the first and second angles being non-zero.
US08753802B2	Pattern forming method, chemical amplification resist composition and resist film A pattern forming method comprising: (i) a step of forming a film from a chemical amplification resist composition, (ii) a step of exposing the film, and (iii) a step of developing the exposed film by using an organic solvent-containing developer, wherein the resist composition contains: (A) a resin, (B) a nonionic compound capable of generating an acid upon irradiation with an actinic ray or radiation, (C) a crosslinking agent, and (D) a solvent.
US08753789B2	Electrophotographic photosensitive member, process cartridge, electrophotographic apparatus, and method of manufacturing electrophotographic photosensitive member An electrophotographic photosensitive member comprises a charge-transporting layer which is a surface layer of the electrophotographic photosensitive member; wherein the charge-transporting layer has a matrix-domain structure having: a matrix comprising: at least one resin selected from the group consisting of a polycarbonate resin C and a polyester resin D; and at least one charge-transporting substance selected from the group consisting of a compound represented by the following formula (1) and a compound represented by the following formula (1′), and a domain comprising a polycarbonate resin A.
US08753785B2	Shaped part A shaped part that is particularly suited as an interconnector or an end plate for a fuel cell stack, is produced by pressing and sintering a pulverulent starting material. The shaped part has a basic body with a multiplicity of knob-like and/or ridge-like elevations with a height h. Each elevation has two inclined side flanks which lead, proceeding from an end contour of the elevation, via rounded corner portions, with a radius r or r′ directly or via intermediate rectilinear portions, into curved portions, with a radius R or R′, which in turn merge into the surface contour, of the basic body. The rectilinear portions, or, in the case of a direct transition of the rounded corner portions into the curved portions, the tangents at the point of the transition, have an angle of inclination relative to the surface contour, between 95° and 135°.
US08753782B2	Cooling system and method of a fuel cell A cooling system of a fuel cell is provided with a main cooling flow passage and a bypass cooling flow passage which is arranged parallel with the main cooling flow passage and diverts the same coolant, as flow passages through which coolant flows. A radiator and a coolant circulation pump and the like are arranged in the main cooling flow passage. Coolant from the main cooling flow passage enters the bypass cooling flow passage and reaches a second heat exchanger via a case of a motor of an ACP and the like. At the second heat exchanger, heat exchange is also performed with a supply gas flow passage, after which the coolant returns to the main cooling flow passage. The manner in which the coolant is distributed can be changed depending on where the coolant is diverted from the main cooling flow passage and the arrangement of the circulation pump.
US08753769B2	Method for manufacturing secondary battery Disclosed is a method for manufacturing a secondary battery (10) containing a nonaqueous electrolyte solution. This method comprises a step (S110) for preparing an electrode assembly (20) having positive and negative electrode sheets (30, 40), a step (S120) for immersing the electrode assembly (20) into a nonaqueous liquid (60), and a step (S130, S140) for placing the electrode assembly (20) after immersion into a battery container (11) together with a nonaqueous electrolyte solution (70). By performing the immersion process, the water content in the electrode assembly (20) moves into the nonaqueous liquid (60).
US08753767B2	Automobile cell and related method An automobile cell is provided with an electric power generating element composed of a positive electrode having a positive electrode active substance layer, a negative electrode having a negative electrode active substance layer and a separator interposed between the electrodes, a cell outer sheath made of a laminate film compositely composed of polymer and metal, a positive electrode terminal lead electrically conductive with the positive electrode and extending to an outside of the cell outer sheath, and a negative electrode terminal lead electrically conductive with the negative electrode and extending to the outside of the cell outer sheath. The positive electrode and the negative electrode associated therewith via the separator defines a unit electrode, and the relationship between a thickness of the automobile cell and a sum of a thickness of the positive electrode active substance layer and a thickness of the negative electrode active substance layer of the unit electrodes, is defined such that a value obtained by dividing the former by the latter is equal to or less than 80.
US08753766B2	Electric storage device An electric storage device including a case, a positive electrode, a negative electrode, a current collector, a gasket, and a conductive member. The current collector has a first end connected to the positive electrode or the negative electrode and a second end electrically connected to an inner surface of the case. The conductive member includes a body and an inside large-diameter portion having a larger diameter than that of the body. The body is arranged in a mounting hole of the case. The inside large-diameter portion is disposed at one end of the body inside the case, and electrically connected to a second end of the current collector. The inside large-diameter portion is arranged so as to be in contact with an inner gasket such that the inner gasket and the second end of the current collector are sandwiched between the inside large-diameter portion and the case.
US08753759B2	Battery with chlorophyll electrode An exemplary battery is provided in the present invention. The battery includes a current collector, a positive-electrode structure, a separation structure, a negative-electrode structure and a housing. The positive-electrode structure, the separation structure, the negative-electrode structure are encircled in sequence inside of the housing. At least one of the negative-electrode structure and the positive-electrode structure comprises chlorophyll. The battery of the present invention could store hydrogen by the chlorophyll of the positive-electrode structure and/or the negative-electrode structure to generate electricity.
US08753758B2	Low emissivity and EMI shielding window films A low emissivity and EMI shielding transparent composite film typically for use in association with window glazing and comprising a transparent film substrate having on one side thereof an underlayer of abrasion resistant hardcoat material with at least one infrared reflective layer covering the underlayer, typically a metallic layer which may be encased in metal oxide layers, which is then covered with a thin external protective top coat of a cured fluorinated resin.
US08753754B2	Steel sheet for can exhibiting excellent corrosion resistance The present invention provides a steel sheet for a can exhibiting excellent corrosion resistance, adhesive properties, and weldability, including a steel sheet, an Ni—Cu alloy plating layer formed on at least one surface of the steel sheet; and a chromate film layer formed on a surface of the Ni—Cu alloy plating layer, in which the Ni—Cu alloy plating layer has Ni attached thereto in an amount of from 0.30 g/m2 to 3.0 g/m2, and Cu contained therein in an amount of from 0.5 mass % to 20 mass %; and the chromate film layer has Cr attached thereto in an amount of from 1.0 mg/m2 to 40 mg/m2 in equivalent units of Cr.
US08753743B2	Nanoparticles of a spin transition compound The invention relates to a material composed of nanoparticles essentially comprising a spin transition compound. The compound corresponds to the formula [ ( Fe 1 - y ⁢ M y ⁢ L 3 ) w ⁢ L 3 ] [ X 2 x ⁢ ( 1 - z x ′ ) ⁢ Y 2 ⁢ ⁢ z x ′ ] w in which L represents a 1,2,4-triazole ligand carrying an R substituent on the nitrogen in the 4 position; X is an anion having the valency x, 1≦x≦2; Y is an anion other than X having the valency x′, 1≦x′≦2; R is an alkyl group or an R1R2N— group in which R1 and R2 represent, each independently of the other, H or an alkyl radical; M is a metal having a 3d4, 3d5, 3d6 or 3d7 configuration, other than Fe; 0≦y≦1; 0≦z≦2; 3≦w≦1500. Applications: thermochromic pigment, data storage, optical limiters, contrast agent.
US08753740B2	Submicron-scale graphitic fibrils, methods for producing same and compositions containing same The present invention provides a submicron-scaled graphitic fibril having a diameter or thickness less than 1 μm, wherein the fibril is free of continuous thermal carbon overcoat, free of continuous hollow core, and free of catalyst. The fibril is obtained by splitting a micron-scaled carbon fiber or graphite fiber along the fiber axis direction. The diameter or thickness is preferably less than 500 nm and can be greater or less than 100 nm. These graphitic fibrils exhibit exceptionally high electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, elastic modulus, and strength. The present invention also provides several products that contain submicron graphitic fibrils: (a) paper, thin-film, mat, and web products; (b) rubber or tire products; (c) energy conversion or storage devices, such as fuel cells, lithium-ion batteries, and supercapacitors; (d) adhesives, inks, coatings, paints, lubricants, and grease products; (e) heavy metal ion scavenger; (f) absorbent (e.g., to recover spill oil); (g) sensors; (h) friction and brake components; (i) radiation-shield components; and (j) nanocomposite materials.
US08753733B2	Composite laminate and method of manufacture A composite laminate is made by providing at least a first composite ply and a second composite ply, each having longitudinally oriented fibers in a thermoplastic matrix. The second composite ply is disposed on, and in transverse relation to, the first composite ply. Preferably, the second ply is disposed at 90° relative to the first ply. An article can be manufactured by providing a core material and applying a reinforcing material to a portion of the core material. The reinforcing material is a reinforcing composite ply or a composite laminate as described herein. Optionally, the core material is a prepreg that may be a composite laminate.
US08753732B2	Flexible insulating product A flexible heat insulation product (1) comprising a flexible heat insulating core layer (4) with a first side (3) and a second side (9), and a flexible facing (2) that is connected to the first side (3) of the insulating core layer (4) by a plurality of elements (7) that extends from the facing (2) to the second side (9) of the insulating core layer (4). The insulation product (1) further comprises a flexible heat insulating cover layer (8) that is secured to the second side (9) of the insulating core layer (4). A method for producing such a product is also disclosed.
US08753729B2	Adhesive resin composition and multilayer structure using the same There is provided an adhesive resin composition suitable for a multilayer structure which retains sufficient adhesive strength even when in contact with gasoline or light gas oil, and has excellent long-term durability and durability in high-temperature fuels and excellent adhesive strength at high temperature. The adhesive resin composition of the invention includes a modified ethylene polymer (A1) which is graft-modified with an unsaturated carboxylic acid or a derivative thereof and which has a density of 930 to 980 kg/m3, and an unmodified ethylene polymer (A2) having a density of 910 to 929 kg/m3, wherein the adhesive resin composition has a melt flow rate (MFR) [ASTM D 1238 (temperature: 190° C., 2160 g load)] of 0.1 to 3 g/10 min and a density of 920 to 930 kg/m3 and has an elution amount of 60 wt % or less at 85° C. or lower as determined by cross-fractionation chromatography. The present invention also relates to a multilayer structure formed by using the adhesion resin composition.
US08753718B2	Method for the deposition of a ruthenium-containing film The invention concerns the use of the ruthenium-containing precursor having the formula (Rn-chd)Ru(CO)3, wherein: (Rn-chd) represents a cyclohexadiene (chd) ligand substituted with n substituents R, any R being in any position on the chd ligand; n is an integer comprised between 1 and 8 (1≦n≦8) and represents the number of substituents on the chd ligand; R is selected from the group consisting of C1-C4 linear or branched alkyls, alkylamides, alkoxides, alkylsilylamides, amidinates, carbonyl and/or fluoroalkyl for R being located in any of the eight available position on the chd ligand, while R can also be oxygen O for substitution on the C positions in the chd cycle which are not involved in a double bond for the deposition of a Ru containing film on a substrate.
US08753707B2	Polyunsaturated fatty acid-containing oil product and uses and production thereof The present invention includes a solid fat composition that includes an oil having saturated fat and a microbial oil having a long chain polyunsaturated fatty acid and an emulsifier. In particular, the solid fat composition can have high levels of long chain polyunsaturated fatty acid and low amounts of emulsifiers. In preferred embodiments, the polyunsaturated oil is an unwinterized microbial oil. The invention also relates to methods for making such compositions and food, nutritional, and pharmaceutical products comprising said compositions. The present invention also includes a microbial oil product prepared by extracting an oil-containing fraction comprising at least one LC-PUFA from a microbial biomass, and treating the fraction by a process of vacuum evaporation, wherein the oil product has not been subject to one or more of a solvent winterization step, a caustic refining process, a chill filtration process, or a bleaching process.
US08753704B2	Method for applying treatment materials to foodstuffs High concentration, that is, strong antimicrobial treatment materials such as high concentration aqueous ammonia solutions or even liquid ammonia may be applied to a foodstuff without deleterious effects by controlling the temperature of the foodstuff at or immediately after the time of contact with the antimicrobial treatment material. In particular, ice crystals are maintained at or just below the surface of the foodstuff at or immediately after the time of contact with the antimicrobial treatment material. The ice crystals in the foodstuff inhibit absorption of the antimicrobial treatment material into the foodstuff.
US08753700B2	Food warming and holding device construction and method A method for heating a food item includes providing a structure for supporting a food item, a heater capable of heating the structure and the food item, a sensor for sensing a temperature of at least one of the structure and the food item, and a controller for controlling the operation of the heater. The sensor senses the temperature of at least one of the structure and the food item. In one embodiment, the heater is operated on a rethermalization cycle to raise the temperature sensed by the sensor to a cook temperature. The rethermalization cycle may be initiated manually or automatically upon the temperature sensed by the sensor falling below a lower limit temperature. The heater is operated to cook the food item on a cook duty cycle as a function of the temperature sensed by the sensor.
US08753679B2	Capsule formulation of pirfenidone and pharmaceutically acceptable excipients A capsule formulation of pirfenidone is provided that includes pharmaceutically acceptable excipients. In one embodiment, this capsule formulation is capable of sustaining desirable pharmacokinetic responses in a patient. Further provided are methods of treating fibrotic conditions and other cytokine-mediated disorders by administering pirfenidone capsules of such formulation to a patient in need.
US08753678B2	Method and apparatus for forming delivery devices for oral intake of an agent Provided are methods, systems and apparatuses for producing delivery devices, for example, for oral intake of an agent. The method can include assembling one or more layers including one or more materials with an agent or an agent-releasing formulation to form an intergraded device; folding the intergrated delivery device to form a folded integrated delivery device; and at least partially enclosing the folded delivery device to a form suitable for oral delivery.
US08753671B2	Filament based on hyaluronic acid in the form of free acid and method for obtaining it The present invention relates to a method for preparing by wet spinning a continuous filament based on hyaluronic acid in free acid form, notably soluble in water. The preparation method according to the invention comprises the following steps: a) preparing a spinnable aqueous solution of hyaluronic acid or of a hyaluronic acid salt, preferably a sodium hyaluronate solution; b) extruding said solution to an extrusion die; c) forming the filament by passing the extruded solution into a bath of acetic acid, concentrated to more than 80%, drawing and drying. The invention also relates to a filament based on hyaluronic acid in free acid form, said filament having swelling properties in water and physiological liquids and moreover being solubilizable in water under certain conditions.
US08753644B2	Grass peptides for vaccine The present invention relates to compositions comprising peptides for preventing or treating allergy to house dust mites, and in particular to optimal combinations of peptides for preventing or treating said allergy.
US08753642B2	Method of treating hepatitis C virus A method of treating or inhibiting hepatitic C virus (HCV). The method comprises administering an effective amount of at least one pokeweed antiviral protein (PAP) mutant alone or in combination with other anti-HCV agents.
US08753633B2	Human antibodies that bind human TNFα Human antibodies, preferably recombinant human antibodies, that specifically bind to human tumor necrosis factor α (hTNFα) are disclosed. These antibodies have high affinity for hTNFα (e.g., Kd=10−8 M or less), a slow off rate for hTNFα dissociation (e.g., Koff=10−3 sec−1 or less) and neutralize hTNFα activity in vitro and in vivo. An antibody of the invention can be a full-length antibody or an antigen-binding portion thereof. The antibodies, or antibody portions, of the invention are useful for detecting hTNFα and for inhibiting hTNFα activity, e.g., in a human subject suffering from a disorder in which hTNFα activity is detrimental. Nucleic acids, vectors and host cells for expressing the recombinant human antibodies of the invention, and methods of synthesizing the recombinant human antibodies, are also encompassed by the invention.
US08753631B2	Therapeutic agents for inducing platelet fragmentation and treating thromboembolic disorders The present invention is directed to a therapeutic agent comprising a GPIIIa(49-66) specific targeting agent and a thrombi-specific homing agent. Also disclosed is the use of the therapeutic agent in carrying out a method of treating thromboembolic disorders and a method of inducing platelet fragmentation.
US08753622B2	Seneca valley virus based compositions and methods for treating disease The present invention relates to a novel RNA picornavirus that is called Seneca Valley virus (“SVV”). The invention provides isolated SVV nucleic acids and proteins encoded by these nucleic acids. Further, the invention provides antibodies that are raised against the SVV proteins. Because SVV has the ability to selectively kill some types of tumors, the invention provides methods of using SVV and SVV polypeptides to treat cancer. Because SVV specifically targets certain tumors, the invention provides methods of using SVV nucleic acids and proteins to detect cancer. Additionally, due to the information provided by the tumor-specific mechanisms of SVV, the invention provides methods of making new oncolytic virus derivatives and of altering viruses to have tumor-specific tropisms.
US08753613B2	Dental retraction material having enhanced fluid absorption A retraction material promoting both retraction and drying of the gingival sulcus around a tooth. The retraction material comprises an astringent and an absorbing or drying agent. The retraction material is placed with a syringe and capsule around the gingival sulcus prior to the taking of an impression in a dental procedure.
US08753604B2	Methods and compositions for synaphically-targeted treatment for cancer Disclosed are compositions and methods useful for targeting therapeutics to cancerous cells and tumors. The disclosed targeting is useful for delivering therapeutic and detectable agents to cancerous cells and tumors.
US08753602B2	Composite catalyst and method for manufacturing carbon nanostructured materials A method of forming a carbon nanotube array on a substrate is disclosed. One embodiment of the method comprises depositing a composite catalyst layer on the substrate, oxidizing the composite catalyst layer, reducing the oxidized composite catalyst layer, and growing the array on the composite catalyst layer. The composite catalyst layer may comprise a group VIII element and a non-catalytic element deposited onto the substrate from an alloy. In another embodiment, the composite catalyst layer comprises alternating layers of iron and a lanthanide, preferably gadolinium or lanthanum. The composite catalyst layer may be reused to grow multiple carbon nanotube arrays without additional processing of the substrate. The method may comprise bulk synthesis by forming carbon nanotubes on a plurality of particulate substrates having a composite catalyst layer comprising the group VIII element and the non-catalytic element. In another embodiment, the composite catalyst layer is deposited on both sides of the substrate.
US08753597B2	Variable exhaust gas aftertreatment system Systems and method for adjusting a cone angle of injected reductant directed into an engine exhaust upstream of a catalytic device based on the temperature distribution within the catalytic device are disclosed. In one particular example, a dosing unit comprising an adjustable piston is described whose adjustment further controls the distribution and amount of reaction fluid delivered therefrom. In this way, the fluid flow shape may be controlled to achieve a more optimal exhaust gas conversion based on the prevailing conditions within the exhaust gas system.
US08753596B2	Catalyst for removing nitrogen oxides from the exhaust gas of diesel engines The invention relates to a catalyst for removal of nitrogen oxides from the exhaust gas of diesel engines, and to a process for reducing the level of nitrogen oxides in the exhaust gas of diesel engines. The catalyst consists of a support body of length L and of a catalytically active coating which in turn may be formed from one or more material zones. The material zones comprise a copper-containing zeolite or a zeolite-like compound. The materials used include chabazite, SAPO-34, ALPO-34 and zeolite β. In addition, the material zones comprise at least one compound selected from the group consisting of barium oxide, barium hydroxide, barium carbonate, strontium oxide, strontium hydroxide, strontium carbonate, praseodymium oxide, lanthanum oxide, magnesium oxide, magnesium/aluminum mixed oxide, alkali metal oxide, alkali metal hydroxide, alkali metal carbonate and mixtures thereof. Noble metal may optionally also be present in the catalyst.
US08753591B2	Process for the conversion of molybdenite to molydenum oxide Molybdic oxide is recovered from molybdenite by a multistep process in which (A) the molybdenite is converted to soluble and insoluble molybdic oxide by pressure oxidation, (B) the insoluble molybdic oxide is converted to soluble molybdic oxide by alkaline digestion and then combined with the soluble molybdic oxide, and (C) the molybdenum values of the combined streams are extracted into an organic phase using a nonprimary amine. The extracted molybdenum values are recovered from the organic phase using aqueous ammonia to form ammonium dimolybdate (ADM) which is recovered as refined crystals from a two-step calcination process. Hallmarks of the process include one or more of economic ammonia recovery and recycle, use of ferrous sulfate to remove arsenic and/or phosphorus from the Mo-loaded aqueous ammonia strip liquor, two-stage calcination of ADM crystals, recovery of rhenium from a filtrate of the residual molybdenum precipitation stage, selenium removal from the liquid fraction from which rhenium is recovered, and caustic boil of the mother liquor from which the selenium is precipitated.
US08753588B2	Support and stand-off ribs for underdrain for multi-well device Underdrain design for a multiwell device that when fixed to the device (either as an integral or removable component thereof), allows for adequate venting during filtration, minimizes or prevents air lock, and has improved structural integrity. Also disclosed is a laboratory device designed particularly for a multiplate format that includes a plate or tray having a plurality of wells, and an underdrain in fluid communication with each of the plurality of wells. The underdrain can be a separate, removable piece, or can be an integral unitary structure with the plate or tray forming a one-piece design. The design is preferably in compliance with SBS format.
US08753587B2	Microvalve A microvalve assembly (10) includes an elongate valve body (14) having opposed first and second major surfaces, the first major surface defining a valve recess (34) and the second major surface defining first and second fluid ports (20,22). Both the fluid input port and the fluid output port extend in fluid communication with the valve recess. A gasket (12) is freely positioned within the valve recess so as to extend in overlying registry with either or both of fluid ports. A valve cover (16) is bonded to the valve body and includes a first planar surface positioned in overlying registry with the valve recess so as to enclose the gasket therein. The valve cover is deflectable into the valve recess so as to cause the gasket to seal at least one of the fluid ports.
US08753586B2	Electrospray interface to a microfluidic substrate An apparatus for chemical separations includes a microfluidic substrate having an outlet aperture for outputting an eluent of a sample, a spray unit having an inlet to receive the eluent and an outlet to emit a spray of the eluent, and a force-applying unit. The spray unit has a deformable portion defining the inlet and having an elastic modulus that is lower than an elastic modulus of the microfluidic substrate. The force-applying unit, such as a spring, is disposed to urge the deformable portion in contact with the substrate to form a substantially fluid-tight seal.
US08753585B2	Controlled flow assay device and method A device for handling liquid samples, comprising a flow path with at least one zone for receiving the sample, and a transport or incubation zone, said zones connected by or comprising an area having projections substantially vertical to its surface, said device provided with a sink with a capacity of receiving said liquid sample, said sink comprising an area having projections substantially vertical to its surface, and said sink being adapted to respond to an external influence regulating its capacity to receive said liquid sample.
US08753572B2	Automated analyzer Stepped portions of a flow channel are reduced by completely fixing the channel that extends to the measuring unit, and reducing connections in the channel, thereby to suppress a disturbance in the flow of the liquid suctioned into the measuring unit. A means is provided so that the reaction solution and reagent suctioned will move towards the channel through which the liquids are suctioned.
US08753568B2	Autonomous device with biofouling control and method for monitoring aquatic environment A microprocessor preprogrammable autonomous device with biofouling control and method for monitoring aquatic environment by disposing environmental sensors in a sensor chamber which programmably opens for allowing direct communication between the sensors and the fluid of interest for sampling and which is closed after the sampling sequence is completed to create an anti-fouling environment in the sensor chamber by dissolving a biocide salt in the chamber and exposing the sensors to the anti-fouling environment for a predetermined period of time.
US08753567B1	Method and kit for controlling odor in an air scrubber A method for controlling odor in an air scrubber makes use of a dicarboxylic acid, which is placed in contact with odor-causing contaminants, and which is maintained at a pH of about 5.0 to about 8.0.
US08753566B1	Method for treating condensed vapor streams containing odorous compounds The invention relates to methods and apparatuses for treating a condensate stream from a condenser that contains odorous compounds, such as various condensate streams produced in a rendering process. In one embodiment, the condensate stream is treated by adding an oxidizer to the liquid condensate stream to oxidize odor-causing compounds in the stream prior to being treated in a waste water pre-treatment system. In this manner, the odor resulting from these compounds can be reduced or eliminated.
US08753558B2	Forming shaped abrasive particles A method of forming a shaped abrasive particle includes extruding a mixture into an opening in a screen within an application zone and translating the screen and belt to a release zone and separating the screen and belt to form a precursor shaped abrasive particle on the belt, wherein the screen and belt are separated at a release angle of at least about 15° and not greater than about 45°, wherein the release angle is defined as an angle between a surface of the screen and a surface of the belt.
US08753537B2	Mixture for liquid crystal medium and liquid crystal display using the same The present invention provides a mixture for liquid crystal medium and a liquid crystal display using the same. The mixture for liquid crystal medium comprises: at least one anisotropic liquid crystal material and a polymerizable monomer which will polymerize under UV irradiation. The weight percentage of the polymerizable monomer accounts for 0.1% to 1% of the total mixture for liquid crystal medium. In the mixture for liquid crystal medium and a liquid crystal display using the same according to the present invention, by using a polymerizable monomer which will polymerize under UV irradiation and the appropriate content ratio, the polymer bump with small size and good uniformity can be obtained within the mixture for liquid crystal medium after the polymerization, which avoids the bad liquid crystal alignment and the light spot occurred at the dark state of the liquid crystal panel, and then increases the response rapid of the liquid crystal panel to obtain high contrast ratio and stable mass production.
US08753530B2	Magnetic particle and method of preparing the same An aspect of the present invention relates to a method of preparing a magnetic particle, which comprises attaching a transition metal-containing organic compound to a surface of a hard magnetic particle and then thermally decomposing the transition metal-containing organic compound to obtain the magnetic particle.
US08753526B2	Porous thin film having holes and a production method therefor The present application relates to a porous thin film having holes, wherein the holes are formed in the top part and/or the bottom part of the thin film and the holes are linked to the pores of the thin film; and the present invention also relates to a production method for a porous thin film having holes, comprising the use of a particle alignment layer as a mold.
US08753524B2	Composite media for water treatment processes and methods of using same Systems and methods for treating a stream comprising a hydrocarbon liquid and an aqueous-based liquid are provided. The systems and methods may utilize a media composite comprising a mixture of a cellulose-based material and a polymer. In certain systems and methods, the media composite is capable of being backwashed. The stream comprising the hydrocarbon liquid and aqueous-based liquid may be separated by contacting the stream with the media composite. In certain system and methods, the stream comprising the hydrocarbon liquid and aqueous-based liquid may be coalesced by contacting the stream with the media composite.
US08753523B2	Ozone-assisted fluid treatment method The invention is a method for treating fluid in a main fluid reservoir, e.g., a pool, spa, or water tank, etc., using ozonated air. A fluid filter is placed in an auxiliary fluid reservoir located in or next to the main fluid reservoir. An ozone generator pumps a combination of ozone and air into the auxiliary reservoir. Fluid in the auxiliary reservoir passes through a filter and back into the main reservoir without the use of any fluid pump. More specifically, a vertical lift tube is placed beneath the auxiliary fluid reservoir so that the open top of the lift tube is within the auxiliary reservoir. Fluid from the main reservoir is fed to the bottom of the lift tube. Ozone and air from the ozone generator is also piped into the lift tube near its bottom. The fluid flows through the filter due to the effect of ozone and air bubbles released by a diffuser at the bottom of the lift tube. The diffuser releases thousands of tiny bubbles into the lift tube, which cause the fluid in the tube to rise and mix with fluid already in the auxiliary fluid reservoir. This rising fluid also causes fluid to flow through the filter. The ozone treated fluid output from the filter is piped back into the main fluid reservoir.
US08753521B2	Offshore oil spill remediation and recovery system An offshore water-hydrocarbon separator system is capable of entrapping spilled oil offshore, and recovering the oil to a usable state for subsequent refining. The kinetic energy of a towing vessel provides the energy for establishing a flow path of oil and seawater through the hydrocarbon separator. Annular venturi provided at each successive stage in the separator accelerate a core flow of sea water substantially down the center of the flow path, while drag associated with aggregated oil particles forces oil outward, away from the core, to flow along the walls of each stage. The energy that establishes the core flow of water is provided by the kinetic energy of the surface vessel and the acceleration of core flow at each successive venturi. No other source of energy is needed to induce the water hydrocarbon separation.
US08753519B2	Removal of silicon from brine A process for removing silicon compounds from aqueous NaCl brine includes, first, adjusting a weak brine to a pH value of less than 3 with hydrochloric acid. Iron(III) chloride or other trivalent iron ions are added to the acidified weak brine, the obtained weak brine is then continuously fed to a stirred dissolution vessel which contains undissolved salt in addition to brine. Fresh salt is charged batch-wise and intermittently to the dissolution vessel to produce strong brine. The obtained strong brine is fed to a stirred buffer vessel, the pH value in this buffer vessel being maintained at a level ranging from 5 to 8. A strong-brine flow is continuously withdrawn from the buffer vessel and filtered, and the filtrate containing the added iron and silicon is discharged. Also a system for carrying out this process is disclosed.
US08753518B2	Concentrate treatment system In one aspect the invention provides a system for treating a wastestream, particularly a radwaste, for safe disposal and, in final processing converting it into one or both forms including an aqueous form for safe discharge to the environment and a solidified form for safe disposal. In another aspect the invention provides the capacity to employ a step where a specific target element strategy can be set up synchronizing sorbent substance choices and multiple recycle options to remove target substances from wastestream as a part of its Sorption or Powder Sorbent Isotopic Reduction step (II). Other steps cooperate with Sorption step (II) including Oxidation (I), Solid-Liquid separation (III), and Selective Ion Exchange (IV) to deliver the wastestream to final processing.
US08753507B2	Artificial oil lifting unit using absorbent belts An artificial oil lifting unit uses an endless olephilic absorbent belt, driven by a surface equipment and tensed by a down hole equipment placed in the well production casing. The said absorbent belt (1) is looped over a central pulley (2) from a driving and collecting module (C) and driven by a double toothed belt (4) looped over six pulleys from which five are free (6,7,8,9 and 10). One is a driving pulley (5) placed over an entry shaft (36), the double toothed belt (4) being looped also over the oil absorbent belt on the central pulley and tensed with two identical systems (I) with pulleys commanded from the exterior of the case (13).
US08753505B2	Liquid treatment apparatus and method for using same An apparatus for treating a liquid includes a first flow generator having an outlet for generating a first flow stream and a reaction chamber positioned in proximity to the outlet of the first flow generator and having a cavity adapted to receive the first flow stream from the first flow generator and reverse its direction within the confined space of the cavity. The flow generator may be a cavitation generator for producing multiple cavitation bubbles in the first slow stream, or a nozzle for generating a flow stream devoid of cavitation bubbles. A method for treating a liquid includes directing the liquid into a first flow generator configured to generate a first flow stream of the liquid, and directing the first flow stream from the first flow generator into a cavity of a reaction chamber.
US08753498B2	Open optoelectrowetting droplet actuation device and method An open optoelectrowetting (o-OEW) device for liquid droplet manipulations. The o-OEW device is realized by coplanar electrodes and a photoconductor. The local switching effect for electrowetting resulting from illumination is based on the tunable impedance of the photoconductor. Dynamic virtual electrodes are created using projected images, leading to free planar movements of droplets.
US08753494B2	Gas sensor and preparing method of the same The present disclosure relates to a gas sensor including a nanopore electrode and a fluorine compound coated on the nanopore electrode, and also relates to a preparing method of the gas sensor.
US08753485B2	Multiaxial fabrics The present invention provides a multilayer multiaxial woven fabric for a papermachine having a reduced interference pattern and accordingly improved dewatering uniformity. The present invention also provides a method of forming such multilayer multiaxial fabric.
US08753482B2	Method and apparatus for treatment of paper stock A sheet formation section of a paper machine includes a sensor that measures a first characteristic of a sheet of paper being formed. The sensor may measure a characteristic such as streaking, rises, depressions, or smoothness. The sheet formation section also includes an apparatus that applies a magnetic field to the sheet of paper being formed. The machine also includes a controller that causes the apparatus to apply the magnetic field in response to a signal from the sensor representative of the first characteristic. The magnetic field transforms a second characteristic of the sheet of paper. The apparatus may transform a characteristic such as water content or fiber orientation.
US08753473B2	Composite structural elements and method of making same A composite structural element and a method for making same are provided. The element includes a polymer foam core and at least one fibrous layer adhered to the polymer foam core by epoxy. Nano-particles are suspended in the epoxy prior to curing; preferably they are mixed with the hardener before it is mixed with the resin. The polymer foam core is preferably an exothermic foam such as polyurethane, and heat generated by the exothermic foam cures the epoxy, thereby causing the fibrous layer to adhere to the foam core. The nano-particles may be made from at least one of carbon, a ceramic, tungsten, a carbide, titanium, zircon, aluminum, silver, or boron. When carbon nano-particles are used, the strength of the composite is greatly increased, and the curing time of the heat-curable epoxy is significantly reduced. Ceramic nano-particles can be used to increase penetration resistance and provide increased ballistic protection.
US08753452B2	Method for treating vertical tubes in a chemical reactor A device and method for removing particles, such as catalyst, from a chemical reactor tube by inserting a hollow tube body into the bottom end of a vertical tube, sealing between the hollow tube body and the vertical tube, blowing a gas through the hollow tube body into the bottom of the vertical tube, and vacuuming the top of the vertical tube while continuing to introduce gas into the bottom of the vertical tube.
US08753450B2	Treatment process for an isomerization unit One exemplary embodiment can be a process for treating an interior of equipment for an isomerization unit. Generally, the isomerization unit includes at least one of a drying zone, an isomerization reaction zone, and a stabilizer zone, for receiving a feed stream. Usually, the feed stream includes one or more C4-C8 hydrocarbons. The process can include combining an anhydrous hydrogen stream and anhydrous organic chloride stream to form a hydrogen chloride feedstock, and passing the hydrogen chloride feedstock to a reaction zone containing a catalyst including at least one of nickel, palladium, and platinum on an alumina support to form a hydrogen chloride stream, and passing the hydrogen chloride stream upstream of the isomerization reaction zone.
US08753445B2	Apparatus for growing high quality silicon single crystal ingot and growing method using the same The invention relates to an apparatus and method for growing a high quality Si single crystal ingot and a Si single crystal ingot and wafer produced thereby. The growth apparatus controls the oxygen concentration of the Si single crystal ingot to various values thereby producing the Si single crystal ingot with high productivity and extremely controlled growth defects.
US08753413B1	Polycrystalline diamond compacts and applications therefor Embodiments of the invention relate to polycrystalline diamond compacts (“PDCs”) comprising a polycrystalline diamond (“PCD”) table including a catalyst material therein that has been implanted with ions (e.g., carbon ions) and/or infiltrated from a host material implanted with carbon ions. In an embodiment, a PDC comprises a substrate and a PCD table bonded to the substrate. The PCD table includes a plurality of bonded diamond grains defining a plurality of interstitial regions. The PCD table includes an upper surface from which a region inwardly extends. At least a portion of the interstitial regions of the region includes a catalyst material disposed therein. At least a portion of the catalyst material may be at least saturated with carbon.
US08753407B2	Temporary protective gastrointestinal device Disclosed is an intraluminal gastrointestinal (GI) device that is placed at the time of surgery to protect a freshly constructed GI anastomosis, GI staple-line, or the like. For the esophagus and stomach, the device covers the esophagus, stomach, and anastomosis/staple-line. For the pancreas or biliary duct, the device covers the biliary duct, pancreatic duct, and small bowel. For the colon and rectum, the device is a self expanding protective barrier that covers the anal canal, the anus, and the colon or rectum, approximately 18 cm proximal to the anus. These devices provide a waterproof barrier between the gastrointestinal content and the mucosa of the GI tract and the newly constructed anastomosis. Additionally, the design of the device is made to prevent migration within the gastrointestinal tract and facilitate removal of the device.
US08753405B2	Hip surgery neck and ball adjustment apparatus and method The method of accurately and correctly fitting and axially positioning at implantable ball to the neck trunnion of a hip replacement device, as during surgery, the ball adapted to be received in a socket, the ball having a bore, the method including the steps providing the neck trunnion with deformable metallic surface ribs, providing a deformable adapter and fitting the adapter over the ribs, providing a trial ball having a non-metallic bore, and including axially forcibly fitting that bore over the deformable adapter to deform the adapter without deforming the ribs, as the trial ball adjustingly arrives at selected axial position on the neck trunnion corresponding to correct position of the trial ball in the socket, and correspondingly subsequent correct axial positioning of the implantable ball on the neck trunnion.
US08753403B2	Multi-component knee implant assembly with combined articulating and belt support and traveling surfaces A joint assembly incorporated into reconditioned end surfaces established between an upper bone and an opposing lower bone. The assembly includes a first component anchored into a first of the reconditioned bone end surfaces and exhibiting a first exposed support surface and a second component anchored into a second of the reconditioned bone end surfaces and exhibiting a second exposed support surface further including a flexible and conveyable closed loop belt relatively displaceable upon contact with the first support surface. Entrapment pockets can be formed within the implantable components and for collecting wear particles and debris from the belt and in order to extend the life of the joint assembly.
US08753398B2	Method of inserting an expandable intervertebral implant without overdistraction A method of inserting an expandable intervertebral implant between vertebrae of a human spine without overdistraction of the vertebrae is described. The method includes removing a portion of a disc between the vertebrae to create a disc space between the vertebrae. The unexpanded intervertebral implant may be positioned in the disc space. The intervertebral implant may be expanded to increase a height of the intervertebral implant, thereby increasing a separation distance between the vertebrae or a separation distance between an upper body and a lower body of the intervertebral implant. The increased height of the intervertebral implant may be maintained at substantially the expanded height, wherein the maximum separation distance between the two vertebrae during the procedure is the separation distance created during expansion of the intervertebral implant.
US08753396B1	Intervertebral implant having back-out prevention feature A spinal implant for implantation in an intervertebral space is provided, such that the implant may provide a back-out prevention feature and may also provide a visual indication of whether the back-out prevention feature is engaged. The visual indication may be a contrast between a circular visible shape of the screw head and a non-circular visible shape of the screw head. The back-out prevention feature may provide engagement of a tapered thread in the screw head with an internal thread of the implant. A hard stop may also be provided. Such back-out prevention feature may also provide a torque-based indication of engagement or non-engagement of the back-out prevention feature. The implant may possess a polymeric posterior body joined to a metallic anterior body.
US08753390B2	Methods for implanting a prosthesis in a human shoulder A prosthesis for reducing injury to soft tissues of the body, comprising an implantable member adapted to simulate at least one of a size or a shape of a naturally occurring bursa, where the member may be inflatable or otherwise expandable, flexible or rigid, and may be composed of a biocompatible, biodegradable, or non-biodegradable material. The member is adapted to be implanted at a musculoskeletal attachment site or at a site between a muscle and a bone, and is shaped and sized to reduce injury to the site. The prosthesis may also include a plug which seals the prosthesis automatically upon removal of an inflation tube.
US08753385B2	Preloaded stent graft delivery device A multi-port stent graft delivery device (100) has an annular access lumen (107) between a delivery catheter (112) and a main sheath (106), at least one indwelling access sheath (118, 122) within the access lumen, and an indwelling guide wire (138, 146) within the or each access sheath and a stent graft (131) retained in the delivery device. Upon deployment of the stent graft into the vasculature of a patient the indwelling guide wire can be used to facilitate stabilisation of the access sheath during cathertisation of a side branch and deployment of a side arm covered or uncovered stent therein through the advanced access sheath. A two part handle enables withdrawal of a nose cone dilator before final placement of the side arm stents. A manifold (114) associated with a proximal handle portion provides a plurality of access ports (116, 120).
US08753384B2	Apparatus and method for loading and delivering a stent An assembly for delivering a self-expanding stent into a body lumen comprising a catheter adapted to deliver the self-expanding stent, the catheter having a stent delivery passage adapted to contain the stent in an at least partially radially compressed state, and a stent transfer member communicating with a distal end of the catheter, the stent transfer member having a cylindrical passage sized to circumferentially surround at least a portion of the stent in an at least partially radially expanded state, the stent transfer member further including a tapered passage disposed between the cylindrical passage and the delivery passage to radially compress the stent as the stent moves from the cylindrical passage into the tapered passage.
US08753381B2	Apparatus and methods for determining a property of a tissue An apparatus for determining a thermal property of tissue includes a base unit with one or more energy source and at least two, preferably detachable, leads. The distal end of each lead, which is introduced into the tissue to be treated, has at least two longitudinally spaced temperature measuring elements to measure surrounding tissue temperature and at least two longitudinally spaced electrode surfaces for applying current to the tissue. Each distal end is also provided with an element which uses energy emitted by the sources of energy to heat up the surrounding tissue. The base unit has computing elements, current generating elements for generating an alternating current, and conductance determining elements for determining the tissue conductance between pairs of electrode surfaces based on the alternating current applied by the current generating elements to the tissue. Methods for using the device and leads for use in the device are also described.
US08753362B2	Double spiral patent foramen ovale closure clamp The present invention provides a device which is adapted to press together the septum primum and the septum secundum between the atrial chambers to close any tunnel in the septum. The device in its preferred form has two clamping members, one on each side of the septum and a central connector which connects the two clamping members and passes through the tunnel. The device is configured to conform to the anatomy such that the tunnel is not substantially deformed by the device. The central connector, in its preferred form has two wires that are spaced apart so that the wires are proximate the lateral sides of the tunnel. The spacing allows the device to be centered at an appropriate location.
US08753358B2	Dial fan hernia mesh system Hernia repair using a mesh patch and a placement tool is described. The placement tool includes a plurality of adjustable blades and a control to move the adjustable blades between a clustered position that allows the blades to be inserted in an opening in a ply of the mesh patch and an expanded position to spread the mesh patch out in a planar fashion. Repair of a hernia includes compressing the mesh patch, inserting the adjustable blades of a placement tool into the opening in the mesh patch, inserting the mesh patch and tool into a patient, moving the adjustable blades from the clustered position to the expanded position, affixing the mesh patch to the patient, moving the adjustable blades from the expanded position to the clustered position, and removing the placement tool from the mesh patch and the patient.
US08753356B2	Surgical clip applier methods A surgical clip applier and methods for applying surgical clips to a vessel, duct, shunt, etc., during a surgical procedure are provided. In one exemplary embodiment, a surgical clip applier is provided having a housing with a trigger movably coupled thereto and an elongate shaft extending therefrom with opposed jaws formed on a distal end thereof. The trigger is adapted to advance a clip to position the clip between the jaws, and to move the jaws from an open position to a closed position to crimp the clip positioned therebetween.
US08753354B2	Enhanced follicular extraction punch and method Provided herein is an apparatus and method useful for surgical removal of mammalian tissue at specific depths and specific angles. In one or more implementations, an extraction instrument having a main body, a nipple portion, a punch, and an actuator may be utilized to extract one or more hair follicles.
US08753351B2	Methods for removing kidney stones from the ureter Occluding structures may be created within a body lumen by advancing a length of material distally through the body lumen. By drawing a distal location on the advanced length of material in a proximal direction, the material may be compacted into a structure which at least partially occludes the lumen. The occluding structure may be used to remove kidney stones from the ureter in conjunction with lithotripsy and irrigation.
US08753349B2	Completely resorbable connective tissue distraction devices and techniques A device for early stabilizing of distracted tissue that includes a first implant, a second implant, a sliding expansion mechanism and a stabilizer. The first implant is capable of being attached to a first tissue region. The second implant is capable of being attached to a second tissue region. The sliding expansion mechanism engages the first implant and the second implant for distracting the first implant away from the second implant to create a distraction space for formation of the distracted tissue. The stabilizer rigidly fixes the first implant and the second implant after disengagement of the sliding expansion mechanism to rigidly stabilize the distracted tissue. The stabilizer includes in whole or in part a biodegradable, bioerodible or bioresorbable material.
US08753348B2	Compressor-distractor A tool is disclosed for use in distracting and compressing fractures of any of a variety of bones. In particular, the tool has a pair of engaging arms, one arm having a hook element to engage a bone plate connected to one side of a fracture, and the other arm having at least one recess for engaging a head of a bone screw or guide wire connected to the other side of the fracture. Actuation of the tool causes the opposing bone segments of the fracture to be pushed apart or drawn together, depending on whether the tool handles are squeezed together or pulled apart. The tool may have a scissors joint that allows the ends of the tool to maintain a parallel alignment during operation, thus reducing the chances for misalignment of the bone segments during operation.
US08753343B2	Bone fixing device A bone fixing device includes an intramedullary nail (1) with a distal end part (2), a proximal end part (3), a center line (4), and a bore (5) that extends perpendicular to the center line (4) in the proximal end part (3) and is provided with a bore axis (6). The bone fixing device further includes a bone plate (10) with a top face (11), a bottom face (12) that is to be in contact with the bone, a continuous, central opening (13) which is located in the central portion of the bone plate (10) and connects the top face (11) to the bottom face (12), and several plate holes (14) that are also continuous and are disposed peripherally around the central opening (13).
US08753337B2	Diathermic cutter There is disclosed a diathermic cutter including a cylindrical main body member having a central axis, an axially elongated member including a tip end portion movable so as to change a projected state from a tip end of the main body member along the central axis of the main body member, an electrode including a base end portion on which the tip end portion of the elongated member is disposed and extending in a direction deviating from the central axis of the elongated member, and an electrically insulating member with which the electrode is coated in such a manner that at least a part of a base-end surface of the base end portion of the electrode in the vicinity of the tip end of the main body member is exposed toward the tip end of the main body member.
US08753330B2	Tools and methods related to catheter delivery A syringe adapter tool facilitates inline connection of a syringe with a catheter lumen, as well as torque transfer between the syringe and catheter. The adapter tool may further facilitate passage of an instrument through a seal zone portion of the catheter lumen, which seal zone portion is located in a proximal section of the catheter.
US08753325B2	Liquid drug transfer device with vented vial adapter Liquid drug transfer devices including a vented vial adapter having a top wall, a downward depending skirt, and a dual lumen puncturing spike. The top wall includes vent apertures in flow communication with an underlying air filter and protective hoods for covering the vent apertures from splashes. The hood-like hoods are preferably quarter sphere shaped with hood apertures facing radial outwards.
US08753323B2	Vacuum surge suppressor for surgical aspiration systems An apparatus and method to suppress vacuum surges in a surgical aspiration system is disclosed and claimed. A vacuum surge suppressor includes a first fluid path for coupling to a surgical instrument, and a filter attached to the first fluid path. A flow restrictor is coupled to the filter with the filter disposed upstream of the flow restrictor. The filter defines a filter longitudinal axis that may be oriented vertically with respect to gravity, so that a downstream direction at the filter is upwards. The vacuum surge suppressor also includes a second fluid path for coupling to a vacuum pump. The second fluid path is connected to the flow restrictor and disposed downstream of the flow restrictor. A third fluid path is coupled to the filter and is connected to the second fluid path, bypassing the flow restrictor. A valve in the third fluid path selectively obstructs or permits flow in the third fluid path.
US08753321B2	Apparatus for coupling an element to the eye The invention relates to methods of treating an eye that include coupling a suction ring to the eye and introducing a liquid into an interior chamber of a container element coupled to the suction ring. The container element is also coupled to a focusing lens of a laser system such that only the liquid within the interior chamber is positioned between the focusing lens of the laser system and an outer surface of the eye. In some embodiments, the suction ring has a first suction region that is designed to suck the suction ring onto an eye and a second suction region that is designed to couple the suction ring to the container element.
US08753319B2	Drug delivery system A method and system for delivering a user-settable dose of a first medicament and a non-user settable dose of a second medicament through a single dose setter and a single dispense interface. The drug delivery system includes a drug delivery device and a medicated module. The drug delivery device comprises a single dose setter operably connected to a primary reservoir containing the first medicament. The medicated module comprises (i) a collapsible feature holding the second medicament and (ii) the single dispense interface having an output needle. Further, the drug delivery device and medicated module are each configured such that the single dose setter is mechanically linked to the collapsible feature after attachment of the medicated module to the drug delivery device.
US08753318B2	Microprotrusion member retainer for impact applicator A retainer (34) is provided for holding a microprotrusion member (44) for application of the microprotrusion member (44) to the stratum corneum with an impact applicator (10). The microprotrusion member (44) includes a plurality of microprotrusions (90) which penetrate the stratum corneum to improve transport of an agent across the stratum corneum.
US08753317B2	Hemostasis cannula A medical instrument includes a housing with a passage through which a catheter is received. A valve body is mounted in the passage, and, as the catheter penetrates through the valve body, the valve body conforms to the outer wall of the catheter to maintain a fluid tight seal between the valve body and the catheter. When the valve body is unstressed before being mounted in the passage, the valve body has a first planar dimension and a second planar dimension that is less than the first planar dimension.
US08753308B2	Methods for administering small volume oral transmucosal dosage forms using a dispensing device Systems and methods for administration of small volume sufentanil drug dosage forms to the sublingual mucosa of a subject using a device are disclosed. The dispensing device includes a lock-out feature and a means to retard or prevent saliva and/or moisture ingress such that the drug dosage forms in the device remain dry prior to administration.
US08753294B2	Apparatus and method for evaluating ligaments The present invention is generally directed to apparatuses and methods for evaluating the amount of “play” in a joint. In one embodiment, an apparatus is provided that quantifies the rotation of the tibia in response to a known torque. The apparatus is configured to minimize the influence of other joints on the rotation analysis. Other embodiments provide data related to movement of the tibia in other degrees of freedom.
US08753290B2	Fluid transfer system and method Devices and methods for automatic monitoring of fluid of a patient are disclosed, comprising a patient line, a transfer disk which receives the fluid and controllably transfers the fluid to test substrates, and a sensor disk which houses the test substrates. The sterile transfer disk may be configured to maintain the sterility of the patient sampling assembly while transferring samples to non-sterile components, such as the sensor disk.
US08753289B2	Pricking system A pricking system includes lancets for producing a prick wound, sampling devices for collecting a sample of a body fluid from the prick wound, a housing having an opening for application of a body part in which the prick wound is to be produced, a drive arranged in the housing for moving one of the lancets to produce the prick wound and to then move one of the sampling devices to the prick wound so produced, a coupling part for coupling to the drive one of the lancets for a pricking movement and then coupling to the drive one of the sampling devices for a sampling movement, the coupling part being moved, during the pricking movement and the sampling movement, respectively, from a starting position into an end position by an advancing movement, and from the end position back into the starting position by a reversing movement, respectively, and a motion control which, during the sampling movement, causes the coupling part to reach an end position that differs from the end position reached by the coupling part during the pricking movement, wherein the end position reached by the coupling part in the sampling movement is laterally displaced relative to the end position reached by the coupling part in the prickling movement.
US08753288B2	Filter for fine needle biopsy A biopsy needle comprises a first lumen open to a tissue penetrating distal tip of the needle for receiving a tissue sample therein and a second lumen in combination with a filter separating the first and second lumens from one another, the filter being configured to permit fluids to pass therethrough while preventing the sampled tissue from passing therethrough.
US08753281B2	Opto-acoustic imaging devices and methods In one aspect, the invention relates to a probe. The probe includes a sheath, a flexible, bi-directionally rotatable, optical subsystem positioned within the sheath, the optical subsystem comprising a transmission fiber, the optical subsystem capable of transmitting and collecting light of a predetermined range of wavelengths along a first beam having a predetermined beam size. The probe also includes an ultrasound subsystem, the ultrasound subsystem positioned within the sheath and adapted to propagate energy of a predetermined range of frequencies along a second beam having a second predetermined beam size, wherein a portion of the first and second beams overlap a region during a scan.
US08753280B2	Locking mechanism for probe connector and portable ultrasound device having the same A locking mechanism for probe connector that is connected to a shaft of the probe connector, includes a door and a drive assembly for releasing or locking the probe connector by opening and closing of the door.
US08753268B2	Access port An endoscopic access port and sheath assembly or laparoscopic port (10) comprises a sheath (12) and a haemostatic valve. The sheath has an elongate tubular body and a sheath lumen through it. The haemostatic valve comprising a housing (14), the housing comprises a tubular body with an internal lumen (18) and a first end and a second end. The first end is connected to the sheath and the sheath lumen and the internal lumen are in fluid communication. The second end of the housing has an access port. There is a substantially cylindrical valve assembly (27) within the housing at the second end of the housing. The substantially cylindrical valve assembly is formed from a plurality of valve segments (28). Each valve segment has an elongate body being in cross section a sector of a circle. Each valve segment is formed from a resilient material. The plurality of valve segments when assembled form the substantially cylindrical valve assembly and define between each other a plurality resilient interface regions (29) to receive and grip a medical device between them in use.
US08753262B2	Internal treatment apparatus having circumferential side holes An internal treatment apparatus for a patient having a flexible tubular body to be introduced into a patient includes a center opening for inserting therethrough an endoscope for observing a target site, the center opening being circular in cross section and disposed at a center of an end face of the flexible tubular body; and a plurality of circumferential apertures through which surgical instruments are inserted for performing a surgical procedure on the target site, the plurality of circumferential apertures being provided in the flexible tubular body at equi-angular intervals around the center opening.
US08753261B2	Endoscope apparatus An endoscope apparatus comprises an insertion portion having an observation optical system attached onto the distal end portion thereof and having flexibility, a thrust generating portion for generating a thrust by rotation, formed beyond a predetermined length on an outer-peripheral surface of the insertion portion in a longitudinal-axis direction, a rotation device for rotating the thrust generating portion around the longitudinal axis, and a control portion for controlling a rotational speed of the thrust generating portion according to an insertion length of the thrust generating portion inserted in a subject.
US08753260B2	Prolapse repair Surgical instruments for prolapse repair are disclosed. The surgical instruments have straight portions and helical portions.
US08753259B2	Dissolvable protective treatment for an implantable supportive sling The invention provides, in one embodiment, a sling assembly including an implantable supportive sling and a biocompatible dissolvable protective treatment on at least a portion of the sling.
US08753258B2	Resilient device An intravaginal device has a working portion (e.g., intravaginal urinary incontinence device suppository, tampon) and an anchoring portion comprising at least one member extending beyond at least one end of the working portion to maintain the working portion in place during use.
US08753256B2	Portable controller with integral power source for mechanical circulation support systems A portable external device for a mechanical circulation support system includes first and second power sources, e.g. batteries and control electronics for redundant uninterrupted operation of an implantable blood pump. The control and power source module may be configured to accommodate a variety of wearable configurations for patient convenience and comfort.
US08753250B2	Method for controlling the starting of a motor vehicle A method for startup control of a motor vehicle whose drive train comprises a drive engine built as a turbo-charged internal combustion engine, an automated friction clutch, and an automatic stepped transmission, with a startup which is triggered by the activation of the gas pedal from the stationary state, after engagement of a determined startup gear. The driven engine, in conjunction with coordinated engagement of the friction clutch, is controlled from the idle speed to a startup speed and from the idle torque to a determined startup torque. To reduce the load on the friction clutch, the method provides that the lowest possible engine speed, which can be generated spontaneously under load from the idle speed depending on the dynamic operating characteristics of the drive engine and with which the drive engine can generate the determined startup torque, is determined and set as the startup speed.
US08753244B2	Bearing pin for a planetary transmission and carrier arrangement for a planetary transmission A bearing pin for a planetary transmission, which has a cylindrical base body with a radial bore formed in one axial end of the base body. A locking element is mounted with a salient radial portion in the radial bore and serves as an anti-rotation feature of the base body. The bearing pin creates a possibility of reliable fixing of a bearing pin in a planetary transmission with a low-complexity manufacturing procedure. Also, a carrier arrangement for a planetary transmission, which includes such a bearing pin is disclosed.
US08753235B1	Ball with removable bladder A ball kit comprising at least one shell and at least one removable bladder operative to be insertable into the at least one shell. A ball kit comprising at least one shell having at least one aperture and a plurality of removable bladders. A ball comprising a shell and a removable bladder positioned within the shell. A method of using a ball, comprising placing a removable bladder within a shell and inflating the removable bladder within the shell.
US08753232B2	Elastomeric-coated sports racket swing weight with quick release knob handle A swing weight training device for stringed sports rackets includes two major parts designed to be secured together from opposing sides of the racket strings, to be quickly secured and removed without damage to the strings. An over-molded elastomeric coating encases a mass, providing a soft surface to grab the strings and keep the swing weight from moving or sliding on the strings. The over-mold material may also cover a portion of an attachment mounting stud that protrudes between the strings. An opposing quick attachment knob receives a portion of the stud projecting through strings, securing the mass with a low friction material that slides easily against the racket's strings without damage and providing a quick but secure attachment of the device to the strings of the racket. The knob may have either a threaded attachment or a quick release mechanism incorporated within the stud attachment system.
US08753228B2	Golf club head with replaceable face A golf club head having a replaceable striking face is disclosed herein. More specifically, the present invention discloses a golf club head where at least a portion of the frontal striking surface of the face is detachable and replaceable to improve performance. A golf club head in accordance with the present invention may generally have a thinned striking face with a thickness of less than about 3.0 mm yielding a golf club head with a larger sweet spot that's greater than 6% of the frontal striking surface; defined as an area of the frontal striking surface having at least 99% of the maximum characteristic time between about 239 microseconds to about 257 microseconds.
US08753203B1	Compositing device for combining visual content A compositing apparatus is provided that has, in certain implementations, electronic circuitry for combining visual content for an electronic game of chance. The compositing apparatus may receive wagering display information from a wagering engine that controls wagering aspects of the game and entertainment display information from an entertainment engine that controls non-wagering aspects of the game. The compositing apparatus may combine the wagering and entertainment display information for presentation to a player on a display. In certain implementations, the compositing apparatus also enables the wagering engine to control the output of display information on the display.
US08753194B2	Escrow accounts for use in distributing payouts with minimal interruption to game play A gaming machine includes configured to communicate with a remote server, and further configured to detect a reportable event during play of a game by a player, wherein the reportable event is associated with a winning outcome having an associated award amount. The processor also receives an acknowledgement of the reportable event from the player, and transmits the acknowledgement of the reportable event and the award amount to the remote server for use in generating a taxable accrual log.
US08753191B2	Gaming device having multiplier symbols Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to a slot machine having multipliers that randomly appear on selected symbols during play. In one embodiment, a game device comprises: a display device; an input device; and a processor for accessing a plurality of instructions which cause the processor to provide a game comprising: a plurality of reels, each of the reels including a plurality of symbol positions; a plurality of symbols at the plurality of symbol positions on the reels; a predetermined multiplier symbol, the multiplier symbol being randomly generated before every spin of the game; at least one predetermined winning symbol combination of a plurality of winning symbol combinations including the predetermined multiplier symbol; and an award associated with the predetermined winning symbol combination, the award being multiplied by the predetermined multiplier symbol.
US08753183B2	Techniques to automatically provide assistance for electronic games Techniques to automatically provide assistance for electronic games are described. An apparatus may comprise a game strategy application arranged to receive as input game telemetry information representing gameplay of an electronic video game on a client device. The game strategy application may process the game telemetry information to determine whether a player of the electronic video game potentially needs assistance, and if so, automatically retrieve appropriate game strategy information from a local or remote datastore. The game strategy application may then send the retrieved game strategy information to the same or different client device. Other embodiments are described and claimed.
US08753176B2	Device for treating wafers on assembly carriers A device for treating wafers on assembly carriers is disclosed. A wafer to be treated can be fixed on a liquid film that is located between the front side of the wafer and the assembly carrier by freezing of the film.
US08753173B2	Method and device for grinding the mutually parallel edges of glass plates During grinding of mutually parallel edges of glass plates every edge of the glass plate is ground using a grinding tool or two grinding tools disposed one behind the other and cooling agent is directed from a side of the glass plate toward the grinding tool and supplied using a supply line divided via a redirection and separating segment into a plurality of fine streams of cooling agent, and a position of the grinding tool can be adjusted such that at least the position of the grinding tools relative to the assigned edge of the glass plate, which is passing through, is calibrated and the corners of the glass plate are ground to form a chamfer.
US08753165B2	Wireless toy systems and methods for interactive entertainment A playmate toy or similar children's toy is provided having associated wireless, batteryless ID tag that can be read from and/or written to using a radio-frequency communication protocol. The tag is mounted internally within a cavity of the toy and thereby provides wireless communication of stored information without requiring removal and reinsertion of the tag. In this manner, a stuffed animal or other toy can be quickly and easily identified non-invasively, without damaging the toy. Additional information (e.g., unique personality traits, special powers, skill levels, etc.) can also be stored on the ID tag, thus providing further personality enhancement, input/output programming, simulated intelligence and/or interactive gaming possibilities.
US08753162B2	Building set for toy houses The invention is a set for building toy houses, in particular doll's houses and the like, including wall panels (1, 2, 3, 4) with and without openings for windows and doors, and coupling elements (5, 6, 7, 8) for assembling the wall panels. Each wall panel has a reduced thickness section in each corner thereof for insertion into a coupling element. The reduced thickness section extends on both sides of the wall panel as a plane, recessed section (10). Each recessed section extends between staggered edges (11) and is provided with a depression (12, 13) provided centrally on both sides thereof, the coupling element being configured with parallel lateral faces (14, 15) for enclosing the corner area.

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