Abstract: A clock control circuit is provided in a flip-flop circuit, since a first clock signal supplied to a master latch circuit is generated by an OR logic between a reference clock signal and a skew adjustment clock signal, a second clock signal supplied to a slave latch circuit is generated in accordance with the reference clock signal, the first clock signal has a phase advanced from the second clock signal by exactly an amount of a skew margin. An input signal is fetched into the flip-flop circuit at the rising edge of the first clock signal, then is output at the rising edge of the second clock signal. By this, malfunction due to the clock skew is prevented. The flip-flop circuit can operate as in the normal mode by holding the skew adjustment clock at a logic "0".

Abstract: A product stacking apparatus, and a method of using it, is provided, where the apparatus is located inline with a product conveyor, and includes a frame having at least one spanner connecting plates which together straddle the product conveyor, a drive roller, an infeed system driven by the drive roller, having carriers which move upstream to downstream relative to motion of the product conveyor, a hopper which receives a product from the infeed system, an automatic detainer which automatically opens the hopper so that a predetermined number of the products exits the hopper on the conveyor, an automatic dropgate mechanism, located between the infeed system and the hopper, which automatically releases the product into the hopper, and sensors which count products, allows for their accumulation and release, and prevents jamming of the product on the apparatus.

Abstract: An analog delay circuit which includes an analog memory circuit wherein a plurality of memory cells each including a memory capacitor and a selection switch for the memory capacitor are arranged in a matrix includes row switches provided for the individual columns for individually being driven by row selection signals. A same clock signal from a clock generation circuit is supplied commonly to an X direction scanning circuit and a Y direction scanning circuit. The number of stages of registers of the X direction scanning circuit and the number of stages of registers of the Y direction scanning circuit are set so that they have no common divisor other than 1. Consequently, when the memory cells are to be selectively scanned, a same selection condition can be provided to all of the memory cells without relying upon the positions of the memory cells, and the parasitic capacitance connected to a signal write/read terminal is reduced.

Abstract: In a semiconductor device manufacturing method for etching an insulating film on the surface of a silicon semiconductor to expose the surface of the silicon semiconductor, and then forming a thin film so as to cover at least the etched portion. Simultaneously with or after etching, an SiC film is formed on the surface of a semiconductor which is exposed by the etching, and a thin film is formed on the SiC film without removing the SiC film. Specifically, the etching is performed by using carbon-based etching gas, for example, to form the SiC film simultaneously with the etching.

Abstract: A semiconductor memory enabling a read modify write operation of data, comprising: a memory cell array including a plurality of memory cells arranged in a matrix and able to be written with and read out data; a read address decoding means for independently decoding an address of a read memory cell in response to a read address; a write address decoding means for independently decoding an address of a write memory cell in response to a write address; a data reading means for reading data of a memory cell addressed by the read address decoding means; a data writing means for writing data to a memory cell addressed by the write address decoding means; and an address delay means by which a write address decoded by the write address decoding means is delayed by a predetermined time from a read address decoded by the read address decoding means, wherein the predetermined time is set as a predetermined plurality of times of basic synchronization pulse periods so that the data read modify write operation is accomplis

Abstract: A chemical etching chamber window apparatus includes a window, and a window housing harbored in a frame assembly, where the frame assembly includes grooves and a clamp for securing the window housing within the frame assembly, an opening for entry and removal of the window housing, a lower piece comprising a troth formed at an angle that allows fluid to flow toward the inside of the etching chamber, and weeping holes that allow fluid to drain into the etching chamber.

Abstract: A speaker and microphone are provided on and supported by an articulating extension. The extension comprises a cigarette lighter adapter which is plugged into a cigarette lighter to provide power for the speaker and microphone. The speaker and microphone are connected to a wireless telephone such that the speaker and microphone can be used to place a call with the telephone in a hands free manner. The extension articulates to optimally orient the speaker and microphone with respect to the user.

Abstract: A combination is provided which includes one or more headphones, a pair of eyeglasses, and a device which connects the eyeglasses and the one or more headphones. The combination may be provided as a self contained unit, which may also include a coiling device for an attached sound transmission coil. Alternatively, the headphones may be used in combination with other eyeglasses. A method is also provided for using the combination.

Abstract: A tape guide system includes a rotary head drum inclined by a predetermined angle relative to a mechanical chassis of a recording and/or reproducing apparatus on which the head drum is mounted. A guide roller extends essentially vertically relative to the mechanical chassis on a side of the rotary head drum. An inclined guide post is arranged between the rotary head drum and the guide roller along a tape path. The inclined guide post is inclined at a first angle relative to the mechanical chassis. The first angle is a theoretical angle plus an additional offset angle. The offset angle lies in a direction parallel to a tape surface in contact with the side of the rotary head drum. The theoretical angle is derived from predetermined parameters including an inclination angle of the rotary head drum relative to the mechanical chassis and a tape-wrap angle at which tape is wound onto the rotary head drum.

Abstract: A method of transforming the exposure pattern is provided so as to obtain a transferred image as being closest possible to the object design pattern in a lithography process. The method includes the steps of dividing a visible outline of desired design pattern P into a plurality of edges according to a specified rule, then assigning a plurality of evaluation points H to each of the edges; computing a transferred image of an exposed pattern by simulation; computing a distance between each evaluation point H on each edge E and a position corresponding to each evaluation point H of the transferred image of the exposed pattern; and determining a corrected exposure pattern by inputting the distance to a specified evaluation function to correct the position of each edge E according to the output value of the evaluation function.

Abstract: An imaging system includes left and right display panels arranged so as to be viewed separately by left and right eyes of a viewer. A three dimensional video signal is supplied to a drive circuit for the display panels such that image data from the three dimensional video signal is supplied alternately to the left and right display panels. The display panels are of a memory effect LCD type such that, when no image data is received by the display panel, the image data of the previously received field is maintained on display for providing flickerless imaging.

Abstract: An arrangement for minimizing acoustic reflections and diffraction from an exterior surface of a diaphragm of a loudspeaker transducer. A layer of highly optimized acoustic foam is applied to an exterior surface of the transducer diaphragm. The acoustic foam is a polyether urethane material of approximately 2 lb/ft.sup.3 density with a skinned bottom surface, optional skinned top surface and optimized cell size and structure. The foam is die cut into a shape to conform to the concave shape of the transducer diaphragm without large air gaps or deformation of the foam. The acoustic foam surface prevents reflection and diffraction of another transducer's output off of the diaphragm of the treated transducer and provides a low pass filtering of the acoustic output of the treated transducer.

Abstract: A sense amplifier is provided with a trimming capability to provide a semiconductor memory device capable of a reading operation at higher speeds than related-art technology. A trimming means (8) is provided for controlling a trimming block (7) in a sense amplifier (5) to perform a trimming operation. A fuse is used for the trimming means (8). The fuse is cut at a necessary position at any given time after fabrication, thereby allowing initialization for reducing the input offset of the sense amplifier (5).

Abstract: A disc cartridge is comprised of a cartridge body for rotatably accommodating therein a disc and which has an opening portion from which the disc is partially exposed to the outside, and a shutter slidably attached to the cartridge body for opening and/or closing the opening portion, wherein the shutter is provided with first and second guide members, the first guide member is engaged with a first guide groove formed on a major surface of the cartridge body and the second guide member is engaged with a second guide groove formed on a side wall of the cartridge body. Thus, the shutter can be prevented from being disengaged from the cartridge body inadvertently or unintentionally. Further, in its opening and/or closing operation, the shutter can smoothly open and/or close the opening portion without being shaked.

Abstract: A novel pager and paging system provides subscribers with astronomical and meteorological information. A service provider compiles a database of astronomical and meteorological information such as: current and forecast weather conditions; where and when celestial phenomena can be observed; horoscope information; and constellation configurations. Subscribers provide the service provider with a profile detailing what information the subscriber wishes to receive. The service provider will collect information, match the information to the subscriber's profile, and transmit the matching information to the subscriber.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for analyzing a process or machine having a non-constant mean of a response variable using statistical process control techniques. Several measurements of a response variable are taken while the monitored machine is known to be operating in control. Through statistical regression techniques, a mathematical formula is derived to predict the value using indicator variables at various periods in the process. Then, while the process or machine is operating on an ongoing basis, actual measurements of the response variable are taken and compared to the predicted values using indicator variables calculated from the derived formula. Statistical process control rules are applied to the measured values of the response variable and the predicted value using indicator variables to determine if the machine or process has fallen out of control.

Abstract: A recording medium accommodation cassette, wherein a part of a cassette shell is formed of a metallic plate, which is formed with a punched hole formed by press, and the metallic plate is disposed such that a shear face of the punched hole therein is located inwardly of the cassette thereby being in contact with a structural part within the cassette thereby inhibiting a burr produced in a punched hole in the metallic plate from being in contact with a structural component within the cassette (e.g., a reel) to produce shaving powders or particles.

Abstract: A cleaning apparatus and method for removing debris from the seals of a pressurized enclosure, specifically a sputter load lock chamber. The cleaning apparatus includes a load lock replacement door, a cleaning tool, and a seal. The load lock replacement door includes a surface that seals the opening of the load lock chamber so as to maintain a desired vacuum pressure in the load lock chamber. The sealing surface supports a cleaning tool. The cleaning tool and the sealing surface are supported by a vacuum seal which limits leakage of gas at ambient conditions into the load lock chamber. Once the tool is installed, the load lock chamber is pumped-down to a desired vacuum pressure. The tool is manipulated as necessary to remove debris from the seals of the load lock chamber. Once the cleaning process has been completed, the load lock chamber is vented, the tool removed, and the load lock door closed and sealed.

Abstract: A recording and playback device utilizing magnetic tape, such as a tape cassette, as a recording medium includes a magnetic head arranged to contact one side of the magnetic tape and a stabilizer arranged positioned directly opposed the magnetic head corresponding to the opposite side of the magnetic tape such that the magnetic tape move along a path interposed between the stabilizer and the magnetic head. The stabilizer includes a tape slider surface in contact with the side of the tape opposite the magnetic head contacting side. Further, the tape slider surface of the stabilizer may be formed with a recessed portion and tape surface scraper portions. According to this structure vibration of the magnetic tape in the vicinity of the magnetic head is greatly reduced such that a head servo for control of the magnetic head may accurately position the magnetic head even in devices utilizing a very small track pitch.

Abstract: A process of forming a pattern on a substrate by irradiating light for exposure from a light source to a mask to transfer the pattern of this mask onto the substrate, wherein, before forming the intended final pattern on the substrate, exposure is carried out with an inspection pattern to a diagnostic region in which the final pattern is not to be formed, the distribution of the intensity of light irradiated to the diagnostic region is found, and at least the secondary peak of this distribution of the light intensity is observed, whereby the light source conditions are optimized and the optimized condition light source is used for forming the pattern.