Abstract: A substrate body transfer apparatus, and an operating method therefor, capable of inserting and extracting substrate body into and from a cassette using air conveyance without employing a transfer mechanism such as those in which direct contact is made with the substrate body when inserting or extracting a thin plate-shaped substrate body into or from a cassette. The substrate body transfer apparatus is employed when thin plate-shaped substrate body are extracted from or inserted into cassettes which store the substrate body.

Abstract: The present invention makes possible the recycling of exhaust has components in a manufacturing process by cooling, liquefaction, and recovery, and to use toxic or useful gases without disposal, and to dramatically reduce the frequency of exhaust system maintenance by combining such a recovery method with a vacuum exhaust system.

Abstract: A detection system is installed into a press piston guiding area for detecting if the piston guiding system has lost its requisite clearance. The detector is installed in a typical press in such a way that when the negatively grounded press piston touches the detector, it discharges the electrical potential between the detector and the piston. Upon contact, a signaling device stops the press, and a fault is indicated. In an alternative embodiment, the detector senses an eddy current when in close proximity to the piston.

Abstract: The present invention has as an object thereof to provide a cleaning method which realizes, in the cleaning process, (1) a reduction in the number of processes, (2) a simplification of the cleaning apparatus, and (3) a reduction in the amount of chemicals and pure water employed, and which has highly superior cleaning effects and does not damage the substrate body, as well as to provide a rinsing method which aids in the hydrogen termination of silicon atoms.

Abstract: An apparatus for measuring the strength of a pressure pulse created from a laser peening device. The apparatus is reusable, and includes a pressure-sensitive medium, a back-up disk, and a cap, all disposed within a housing having a removable lid. All components of the apparatus are replaceable, thereby allowing an operator to utilize the apparatus more than once despite the harsh environment of laser peening.

Abstract: A combustion system includes a catalytic oxidizer for oxidizing a mixture of air and fuel vapor. The amount of air provided for mixing with the fuel vapors is determined in accordance with the temperature of the oxidation reaction as measured by a temperature sensor. Controlling the dilution level in this manner provides an efficient vent processing design. The system is used to process vapor emissions emanating from a vehicle fuel tank during refueling.

Abstract: An auxiliary control system is operatively associated with a press machine controller including a programmable logic controller having a main processor. The auxiliary control system includes a sensor assembly arranged to provide sensor information which is representative of the condition of the press machine. An auxiliary processor is arranged to monitor for the occurrence of press operating events as signified by the sensor information. The auxiliary processor provides a state signal to the press controller which is representative of the results of the monitoring activity to enable the PLC to control the press machine. Additionally, an improved press machine PLC includes an auxiliary sensor assembly for providing sensor information which is representative of the condition of the press machine.

Abstract: An assembly for receiving poured concrete including a non-metallic form which surrounds an inner cavity and is capable of supporting poured concrete. In one particular embodiment, the assembly is composed of individual segments which are joined together to produce a rigid concrete form. The assembly is utilized as an upstanding island for location and placement of fuel dispensers.

Abstract: A monitor of a plurality of optical signals utilizing fiber optics which form an array. An image of the array is captured and the captured image is processed for detecting a quality of an optical signal such as the presence, absence, intensity, wavelength, or other quality of the optical signal. A method of monitoring a plurality of optical signals by capturing a plurality of optical signals from an array of signals and detecting a quality of at least one optical signal is also disclosed.

Abstract: An air stream transfer apparatus capable of preventing particles in a transfer passage from adhering to an object to be processed and removing the particles. The apparatus includes that of a transfer face and a transfer passage partition both constituting a transfer passage, which are made of an electroconductive material and each have a thin insulating layer on the surface. A planer dust collecting electrode is opposed to an object to be processed and mechanism is provided for bringing the dust collecting electrode and the face to be cleared of dust close to each other while jetting air. A mechanism is provided for applying voltages between the transfer face and the dust collecting electrode and between the transfer passage partition and the dust collecting electrode and between the transfer passage partition and the dust collecting electrode.

Abstract: A pick-up assembly for use in a liquid dispensing system utilizes a Hall-effect sensor integrated within a flowmeter to provide a measure of the rotational velocity of the rotor and hence the flow rate of liquid being transmitted through the liquid line. The rotor is modified to include at least one recessed area defined in its outer surface and which exhibits magnetic properties. The Hall-effect sensor includes a first and second Hall-effect element each generating a respective channel signal that is representative of the rotational velocity of the rotor. The Hall-effect sensor is suitably arranged with respect to the rotor so as to enable each one of the recessed areas to exert a characteristic magnetic influence upon the Hall-effect sensor during shaft rotation. The variable magnetic flux experienced by the Hall-effect sensor appears as a corresponding variation in the voltage signal generated by the sensor.

Abstract: A fluid control valve, which can control a fluid having a pressure in the order of 10 kg/cm2, has a response time in the order of several milliseconds can be made small in size, and a fluid supply/exhaust system that provides less gas counter flow in the event of a plurality of valves being used. A fluid control valve of the invention controls a fluid moving in a valve body by closing and opening a portion between a valve seat and a valve holder by use of a drive unit. The drive unit has a rod-shaped shaft for application of pressure through the valve seat and the valve holder, and a member “a” fixed around the rod-shaped shaft. The member “a” is made from a magnetic material, and has a space between it and the shaft. A coil provided in parallel to the shaft, moves the shaft via the member “a” up and down by electromagnetic induction, and makes use of a spring force to close and open a portion between the valve seat and the valve holder.

Abstract: A substrate body transfer apparatus which is capable of isolating the atmospheres of an external processing apparatus and an air conveyance apparatus and preventing the mutual contamination thereof, and which is capable of conducting the transfer of substrate bodies at a low level of particulate matter and contamination which satisfies the ultra-clean level. The substrate body transfer apparatus is provided with a vacuum container having an entrance and exit which communicate with the interior space of an air conveyance apparatus and the interior space of an external processing apparatus; a horizontal disc-shaped upper part valve and lower part valve are housed within the vacuum container and after the substrate body has been placed in a space surrounded by the upper and lower valves and this space has been sealed, the space is evacuated or the gas therein is replaced.

Abstract: A central system controller located at a remote service facility performs the centralized processing of the various refueling transaction requests originating from a network of service station sites. The transaction request is transmitted by the customer from a vehicle RF transceiver to a dispenser-equipped RF transceiver where it is routed through an on-site dedicated controller to the central system controller over a long-haul communications link. The central system controller processes the transaction and directs the dedicated controller to render operative control of the fuel dispenser and an associated hydraulic arm assembly that selectively maneuvers the nozzle assembly into fueling engagement with the vehicle in an automated fashion. The central system controller is connected to other commercial retailers such as online merchants to permit the customer to request additional transactions unrelated to the refueling activity.

Abstract: A wet-type flywheel brake system for use in a mechanical press includes a first and second brake assembly each installed within a respective brake housing space defined in a non-rotational quill. Each of the brake assemblies includes a brake lining element arranged in lateral facing relationship with the flywheel and an associated hydraulic seal-type piston that selectively moves the brake lining element into a friction-type braking engagement with the flywheel. The brake housing spaces are flooded with oil to immerse the brake lining elements. Oil for this purpose is provided from a flywheel bearing assembly integrated with the quill assembly and which is arranged for fluid communication with the quill-located brake housing spaces.

Abstract: The present invention has as an object thereof to provide a logical operational circuit which is capable of realizing, with present semiconductor manufacturing technology, logical functions, the realization of which has been extremely difficult heretofore as a result of constraints in the voltage levels which are to be discriminated on the floating gate of the neuMOS.

Abstract: A laser amplifier for laser shock processing having a pump cavity supplying photons at selected or variable wavelengths and orientations to that of the gain medium present therein. In one embodiment, the pump wavelength is substantially equal to a corresponding wavelength difference between the upper laser state energy level and the ground state energy level of atoms composing the gain medium. In an alternate embodiment, photonic energy is applied asymmetrically to the gain medium to produce a desired spatial energy profile. The pump cavity may comprise an alexandrite laser or a diode laser system. Depending on the type of pump cavity, the photonic energy is applied to the gain medium either longitudinally or transverse to the laser beam axis of traversing therein.

Abstract: A tool suited to the pressure wire drawing of wire rods and wires having a hole passing through it, includes a casing detachably disposed within the casing, a wire drawing nib separate from the pressure die and detachably disposed within the casing and aligned with the above mentioned hole, and at least one gasket between the wire drawing nib and the pressure die designed to make the passage formed between the pressure die and wire drawing nib leak-proof.

Abstract: An X-ray table supported above a base for use with a C-arm X-ray machine, including an X-ray permeable table surface. The table also includes at least two support members for supporting the table above the base with at least two support members and the base forming a substantially unobstructed middle area, a first one of at least two support members pivotally connected to the base, a second one of at least two support members being fixedly connected to the base, and an actuator for moving the table with two degrees of freedom. The actuator is pivotally connected to the table and fixedly connected to at least two support members.