Abstract: A semiconductor material contacting member which greatly reduces potential for semiconductor material breakage is provided. Preferably, the contacting member is a ceramic cylinder (60) which can be used to brace a semiconductor wafer (14) in a wafer station (2) of a sputtering system. The ceramic cylinder has an annular shoulder at one end (68), with a flat outer surface. The flat outer surface contacts the wafer (14) along a line (74). The line contacting surface (74) distributes pressure and heat across the contacting surface. Additionally, the ceramic cylinder (60) is relatively soft, thus avoiding damaging the semiconductor material.

Abstract: The present invention includes a mounting assembly for securing an energy absorber unit to vehicular support. A collar having a hub portion is secured to the energy absorber. The hub portion includes at least one circumferential ramp and flange. A mounting plate having at least one tab is secured to the vehicular support. As the collar is placed adjacent the mounting plate, the ramp is rotated into a slip fit with the tab. Preferably, a locking projection of the mounting plate is received in an opening on the flange of the collar to prevent inadvertent rotation of the collar out of a secured position. Also, an alignment key and notch can be formed on the mounting plate and collar, respectively, to facilitate proper orientation of the collar during installation.