Abstract: A decking assembly comprising a first decking panel (202), a second decking panel (202) adjacent the first decking panel (202), a clip (100) comprising a base (102) and a retaining portion (104), wherein the retaining portion (104) cooperates with the first decking panel to affix the clip thereto, the base projects from the first decking panel to engage the second decking panel and, the base defines a fastener opening for receiving a fastener to secure the first and second decking panels to an underlying substrate.

Abstract: Disclosed is a printed circuit board (PCB) including a set of stacked metallization layers separated by a set of stacked electrical-insulating layers, respectively, wherein the set of stacked metallization layers includes top metallization layer, bottom metallization layer, and intermediate metallization layer; a via electrically coupled to the top metallization layer, the intermediate metallization layer, and the bottom metallization layer, wherein the top metallization layer, a portion of the via between the top metallization layer and the intermediate metallization layer, and the intermediate metallization layer are configured to route a data signal between a signal-in and a signal-out; and an electromagnetic absorbing material configured to reduce an intensity of a reflected signal resulting from the data signal propagating downward along a stub of the via and reflecting off the bottom metallization layer.

Abstract: According to certain aspects of the present disclosure, a semiconductor die includes a decoupling capacitor between a first interconnect metal layer and a second interconnect metal layer of the die, a first supply rail formed from the second interconnect metal layer, and a resistive metal path coupled between the decoupling capacitor and the first supply rail. The decoupling capacitor may be a metal-insulator-metal (MIM) capacitor. In some embodiments, the resistive metal path includes a plurality of elongated segments, and one or more connecting segments, wherein each of the one or more connecting segments electrically couples a respective pair of the plurality of elongated segments. In some embodiments, the resistive metal path includes multiple vias coupled in series.

Abstract: Disclosed is a printed circuit board (PCB) including a set of stacked metallization layers separated by a set of stacked electrical-insulating layers, respectively, wherein the set of stacked metallization layers includes top metallization layer, bottom metallization layer, and intermediate metallization layer; a via electrically coupled to the top metallization layer, the intermediate metallization layer, and the bottom metallization layer, wherein the top metallization layer, a portion of the via between the top metallization layer and the intermediate metallization layer, and the intermediate metallization layer are configured to route a data signal between a signal-in and a signal-out; and an electromagnetic absorbing material configured to reduce an intensity of a reflected signal resulting from the data signal propagating downward along a stub of the via and reflecting off the bottom metallization layer.

Abstract: According to certain aspects of the present disclosure, a semiconductor die includes a decoupling capacitor between a first interconnect metal layer and a second interconnect metal layer of the die, a first supply rail formed from the second interconnect metal layer, and a resistive metal path coupled between the decoupling capacitor and the first supply rail. The decoupling capacitor may be a metal-insulator-metal (MIM) capacitor. In some embodiments, the resistive metal path includes a plurality of elongated segments, and one or more connecting segments, wherein each of the one or more connecting segments electrically couples a respective pair of the plurality of elongated segments. In some embodiments, the resistive metal path includes multiple vias coupled in series.

Abstract: The invention involves liquid cleaning compositions that are cocamide DEA free. According to the invention, nonionic surfactants can be used as rheology modifiers in combination with various coupling agents to provide an environmentally friendly alternative for traditional liquid cleaning compositions that rely on cocamide DEA thickening agents.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a memory module socket having a base end and a branching point. The base end is coupled to a printed circuit board (PCB). The branching point is external to the PCB. A first branch extends from the branching point at an angle ?1, where 90 degrees??1<180 degrees, and a second branch extends from the branching point at an angle ?2, where 90 degrees??2<180 degrees. A method includes signaling between the PCB and a first memory module and a second memory module via a base end of the memory module socket. The memory module socket connects to the PCB via the base end. The signaling is branched at a branching point of the memory module socket to the first memory module via a first branch and to the second memory module via a second branch. The branching is external to the PCB.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a method includes receiving a first selection, from a user, indicative of a first concept, the first concept being defined by the presence or absence of a text string in an unstructured data object or a data code stored in a structured data object. The method further includes receiving a second selection, from a user, the second selection indicative of a second concept, the second concept being defined by the presence or absence of a text string in an unstructured data object or a data code stored in a structured data object. The method further includes determining a relationship between the first concept and the second concept, the relationship based on a number of documents from a plurality of documents that include the first concept and the second concept. The method further includes outputting a visual representation of the relationship to a display.

Abstract: Systems and methods for a self-contained shoe insole device to monitor biomechanics and motion are disclosed. The systems and methods allow monitoring for orthopedic diagnostics, fitness tracking, and social/gaming activities using a shoe insole device with multiple sensor locations for pressure, acceleration, rotation rate, all forms of inertial data in three axes, position/location, heart rate, and other physical attributes. The shoe insole device can include a plurality of layers, with one layer containing a plurality of sensors, and an electronics component for collecting, reading, storing and transmitting the sensor data. The shoe insole device can wirelessly connect with external computing devices for monitoring and feedback directly to the user or a health care or fitness training professional, or across multiple users in a social or gaming situation. The system can further be provided for monitoring and tracking physical activity and enable a variety of interactions based upon the collected data.

Abstract: The invention involves liquid cleaning compositions that are cocamide DEA free. According to the invention, nonionic surfactants can be used as rheology modifiers in combination with various coupling agents to provide an environmentally friendly alternative for traditional liquid cleaning compositions that rely on cocamide DEA thickening agents.

Abstract: A method and apparatus using a non-intrusive probe for testing double data rate interfaces is provided. The method begins with the generation of at least one component parameter model, which is then cascaded to form a full system parameter model of the double data rate interface being tested. Transfer functions are generated using the full system parameter model. A target transfer function is calculated between the test equipment and a decision point. The calculated target transfer function is applied and testing is completed. The apparatus includes a device to be tested, mounted on a circuit board. A probe card is attached to the backside of the circuit board and is in communication with a high-speed connector. At least one connector in communication with the high-speed connector and at least one small footprint RF connector on an accessible side of the circuit board are also part of the non-intrusive probing apparatus.

Abstract: A sliding door locking device, the sliding door having a frame that engages with a door jamb or a second sliding door frame. The device may include a locking body connected to the door jamb or second sliding door frame. The locking body may be linear alignment with a path of the first sliding door and the first sliding door frame may be configured to receive the locking body. A latching body may be connected to the first sliding door frame and operable to engage with the locking body. First and second controllers may be connected to the first door frame and operable to control the latching body towards and away the locking body. Bypass means may be connected to the first sliding door frame and in mechanical communication with the second controller and with the latching body. Authentication means may be in communication with the bypass means, wherein the bypass means renders the second controller inoperable until the authentication means verifies a user.

Abstract: The invention involves liquid cleaning compositions that are cocamide DEA free. According to the invention, nonionic surfactants can be used as rheology modifiers in combination with various coupling agents to provide an environmentally friendly alternative for traditional liquid cleaning compositions that rely on cocamide DEA thickening agents.

Abstract: A portable sewage collection system comprising a cubicle with a flushing toilet and a sewage processing system. The sewage processing system is arranged to extract liquid effluent with low turbidity, wherein a portion of the liquid effluent is recycled and used as the flush liquid for the flushing toilet. The sewage collection system being powered by compressed air and being particularly suitable for use in remote locations such as underground mines. The cubicle includes a light that can be activated by a switch to provide light within the cubicle and the cubicle also including a deodorising spray to spray a deodorant into the cubicle to provide a pleasant smell.

Abstract: The invention involves liquid cleaning compositions that are cocamide DEA free. According to the invention, nonionic surfactants can be used as rheology modifiers in combination with various coupling agents to provide an environmentally friendly alternative for traditional liquid cleaning compositions that rely on cocamide DEA thickening agents.

Abstract: An integrated, detachable ear bud system that is attached to an associated wireless phone. The integrated, detachable ear bud system may be one ear bud, or pair of ear buds, or ear bud or ear buds including a microphone. In certain embodiments an integrated, detachable, attached auditory device is physically connected to its associated wireless phone via an extendable and retractable electrical cord, and integrated into the case of the associated wireless phone, to forcibly keep with the wireless phone even when not in use, preventing misplacement, loss, or even inadvertent separation from the wireless device. The ear buds may connect to a recharge port on the wireless phone, and be charged when the wireless phone is charging. When in its attached home position, the ear-mountable speaker may tuck into a mating cavity. A latch or magnet may assist in attaching the integrated, detachable ear bud to the wireless phone.

Abstract: An integrated, detachable ear bud system that is attached to an associated wireless phone. The integrated, detachable ear bud system may be one ear bud, or pair of ear buds, or ear bud or ear buds including a microphone. In certain embodiments an integrated, detachable, attached auditory device is physically connected to its associated wireless phone via an extendable and retractable electrical cord, and integrated into the case of the associated wireless phone, to forcibly keep with the wireless phone even when not in use, preventing misplacement, loss, or even inadvertent separation from the wireless device. The ear buds may connect to a recharge port on the wireless phone, and be charged when the wireless phone is charging. When in its attached home position, the ear-mountable speaker may tuck into a mating cavity. A latch or magnet may assist in attaching the integrated, detachable ear bud to the wireless phone.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a method includes receiving a first selection, from a user, indicative of a first concept, the first concept being defined by the presence or absence of a text string in an unstructured data object or a data code stored in a structured data object. The method further includes receiving a second selection, from a user, the second selection indicative of a second concept, the second concept being defined by the presence or absence of a text string in an unstructured data object or a data code stored in a structured data object. The method further includes determining a relationship between the first concept and the second concept, the relationship based on a number of documents from a plurality of documents that include the first concept and the second concept. The method further includes outputting a visual representation of the relationship to a display.

Abstract: An enzymatic system includes a first pH neutral composition and a second pH neutral composition. The first pH neutral composition includes a low temperature enzyme effective at removing blood and hemoglobin. The second pH neutral composition includes a high temperature enzyme effective at removing mucous, fibrin and fat. In one embodiment, the low temperature enzyme has an activation temperature of about 50 degrees to about 120 degrees Fahrenheit and the high temperature enzyme has an activation temperature of about 140 to about 180 degrees Fahrenheit.

Abstract: An integrated circuit and method of forming an integrated circuit having a memory portion minimizes an amount of oxidation of nanocluster storage elements in the memory portion. A first region of the integrated circuit has non-memory devices, each having a control electrode or gate formed of a single conductive layer of material. A second region of the integrated circuit has a plurality of memory cells, each having a control electrode of at least two conductive layers of material that are positioned one overlying another. The at least two conductive layers are at substantially a same electrical potential when operational and form a single gate electrode. In one form each memory cell gate has two polysilicon layers overlying a nanocluster storage layer.