Abstract: A method of fabricating a transistor in a semiconductor device includes forming a gate structure over a substrate, forming a first trench by etching the substrate on either side of the gate structure to a first depth, ion-implanting dopants of a first conductivity type to form a source/drain region in the substrate on the side of the gate structure with the first trench, etching the substrate on the side of the gate structure with the first trench to a second depth larger than the first depth to form a second trench, and growing an epitaxial layer within the second trench.

Abstract: A 3D nonvolatile memory device includes: a plurality of channel structures including a plurality of channel layers and interlayer dielectric layers, which are alternately stacked, and extended in a first direction; a plurality of word lines extended in a second direction at least substantially perpendicular to the first direction; a plurality of row select lines connected to the plurality of channel layers, respectively, and extended in the second direction; and a plurality of column select lines connected to the plurality of channel structures, respectively, and extended in the first direction.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for recirculating articles on a belt conveyor. An article-recirculation path is formed in a pair of parallel conveyor belts running continuously in opposite directions. Article-supporting rollers in each belt rotate to transfer articles from one belt to the other in a transfer region at each end of the conveyor to form an endless recirculation path.

Abstract: In the case of a control system (1) for a plurality of consumers (10) arranged in a distributed manner, in particular for lamp operating devices, having at least one command generator (5), a control line (2) which connects the command generator (5) with each consumer (10) and associated with each consumer (10) a transmission and reception unit (11) provided for communication with the command generator (5), an operating address is allocated to each consumer (10) via which the consumer (10) can be contacted by the command generator (5). In accordance with the invention there is associated with each consumer (10) a memory element (20), separate from the consumer (10), for storing the operating address, wherein the memory element (20) is connected with the associated consumer (10) via the control line (2).

Abstract: Eyeglass assemblies including an eyeglass lens having an engaging portion. Under typical conditions of use, the engaging portion is maintained in contact with an eyeglass frame member by means of a removable bonding member (RBM). Under selected atypical ambient conditions, the RBM changes so that the engaging portion and the frame member can be separated. The engaging portion can extend from the lens, or can be a recess in the lens. The RBM can be a suitable adhesive (RBA), or a component composed of a shape memory metal (RBSMA) or a material which softens when subjected to heat or other atypical condition. The engaging portion can be shaped and treated to reduce stresses therein. Similarly, the open ends of an eyeglass rim can be maintained in contact with each other under typical conditions of use by an RBA or an RBSMA so that the rim is positioned around an eyeglass lens, but can be released under selected atypical ambient conditions.

Abstract: A system, method and computer program product for executing a query on linked data sources. Embodiments of the invention generate an instance graph expressing relationships between objects in the linked data sources and receive a query including at least first and second search terms. The first search term is then executed on the instance graph and a summary graph is generated using the results of the executing step. A second search term is then executed on the summary graph.

Abstract: A method of testing an integrated circuit (IC) having a plurality of dies can include receiving, within a master die of the plurality of dies of the IC, a configuration data set specifying a circuit design, wherein the circuit design is instantiated within the master die. The method can include broadcasting the configuration data set to at least one slave die, wherein the circuit design is instantiated within each slave die and receiving, within the master die, a test vector set. The method also can include broadcasting the test vector set to the at least one slave die and responsive to each die executing the test vector set, storing test output data generated by each die.

Abstract: A phase change memory device includes a plurality of programming current driving blocks each of which is configured to provide a corresponding phase change memory cell with a programming current corresponding to input data and a programming current adjusting block commonly connected to the plurality of programming current driving blocks and configured to generate a control voltage to adjust the programming current.

Abstract: A hydrostatic force/displacement measuring device measures the force and displacement exerted by a rotating tire in soil/aggregate. The measuring device has a hydrostatic actuation assembly having a pressure plate at near surface depths of soil/aggregate to provide hydrostatic pressures in a liquid representative of force and displacement created by the downward forces exerted by a rotating tire in the soil/aggregate at the near surface depths. A hydrostatic hose transmits the hydrostatic pressure forces in the liquid to a surface manifold assembly. The surface manifold assembly receives the hydrostatic pressure forces and has a gauge providing visual readouts of the hydrostatic pressure forces representative of the downward forces. The surface manifold assembly also has an axially displaceable piston defining an interface chamber. The piston is connected to an electronic sensor to provide visual readouts representative of displacements caused by the downward force.

Abstract: Systems and methodologies are described that enable power save mechanisms to be utilized with active direct transfers. Mobile stations in a wireless communication network can establish direct links between each other to obviate a need to transfer data via an access point. While direct links are active, the mobile stations coordinate or otherwise notify each other about power management modes to effectuate power save delivery of data via direct links. In accordance with a scheduled mechanism, mobile stations coupled via a direct link enter an active mode at a previously negotiated scheduled time after which time data transfer can occur. According to an unscheduled mechanism, one mobile station can remain awake while other enters a power save mode. The sleeping station can awaken and transmit a trigger frame to notify its peer that it is available for data transfers.

Abstract: A correlation image detector is provided that co-registers sonar images by finding peaks in correlation images. To obtain the peaks, the mean of the absolute values of the correlation coefficients in the correlation image is found and the Rayleigh parameter is determined from the mean. Based on the Rayleigh parameter, an appropriate threshold can be determined using a desired probability of false detection. The threshold can be chosen such that the probability of a single false detection over the expected life of the mission for which correlation detection is being performed is extremely low, e.g., one in a million. The peak value in the image is determined and a correlation is considered detected when the peak value is greater than the product of the threshold and the Rayleigh parameter. If a detection occurs, the correlation image detector returns the transformation that co-registers the two images.

Abstract: An on-stream sample collection and conditioning system, which is easier to construct, implement, maintain, and is more cost efficient then existing systems. The preferred embodiment of the present invention contemplates a modular system adaptable to a variety of diverse sample conditioning requirements. The system provides a docking surface specifically designed to receive modular conditioning or sampling components or the like in order to readily engage a system of passages to provide fluid flow between the mounted components. An embodiment of the invention provides a flow component having grooves formed therethrough reflecting the desired flow configuration, which is isolated from the flow component and sealed and to provide flow passages. The docking surface has access apertures formed to engage the flow passages, providing access to modular components mounted thereon.

Abstract: A host system for transmitting radio data system (RDS) data includes a host processor and a data processor. The data processor is configured to receive RDS data from the host processor. The data processor is further configured to convert the RDS data into RDS group type data or to store the RDS data. The data processor is further configured to transmit the RDS data to one or more devices outside the host system. The data processor is configured to store the RDS data if the RDS data comprises a plurality of raw RDS group data. A method is also provided for transmitting RDS data from a host system.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for programming the parallel path width in a serial-to-parallel path transceiver. Initially, the transceiver is programmed to select a link layer (layer 1) protocol, such as Gigabit Ethernet (GBE) or SONET. The method accepts serial digital data in the selected protocol at a serial interface, and differentiates the serial data into units of i bits per unit. Another programmed selection is made between n number of unique data interfaces, where each interface includes a plurality of parallel paths. The serial digital data is assigned to z selected data interfaces and transmitted. In one aspect, the serial data is assigned to m number of parallel path channels, where m is less than, or equal to z, and less than i. In another aspect, the frequency at which each data interface parallel path transmits data is selected.

Abstract: A microwave waveguide applicator and a method for heating, drying, or curing generally planar materials or products. The applicator comprises a waveguide having a pair of opposing broad sides perpendicular to a pair of opposing narrow sides bounding a rectangular exposure chamber. A microwave source generates and propagates microwaves through the chamber in a propagation direction and with an electric field generally directed from one broad wall to the other. Slotted openings in the narrow sides act as entrance and exit ports for a conveyor transporting a product along a conveying path through the chamber perpendicular to the propagation direction and perpendicular to the electric field. The waveguide may be ridged to focus or bend the electric field, especially for heating thin materials.

Abstract: A balloon type stent system for treatment of obesity is disclosed. An injection expansion unit and a plurality of distribution expansion units extend in a longitudinal direction of a stent unit body formed by coupling two sheets of synthetic vinyl in the shape of a cylinder. The injection expansion unit has an expansion agent injection port, and the distribution expansion units each have a distribution injection port communicating with a distribution channel. Connection ends are partially cut in the longitudinal direction such that the expansion units are divided into an integrated expansion unit and a separated expansion unit. The injection expansion unit and the distribution expansion units constituting the separated expansion unit are bent outward to form a balloon type stent unit. A tube has a length corresponding to a lumen length of the duodenum, and the tube is connected to the stent unit body by a connection wire.

Abstract: A semiconductor device and a method for fabricating a semiconductor device are provided. The method for fabricating a semiconductor device includes forming an isolation layer over a semiconductor substrate defining first and second regions, etching the isolation layer at an edge of the first region to form a guard ring pattern, forming a buried guard ring filling the guard ring pattern, selectively etching the isolation layer of the first region to form a plurality of patterns, forming a plurality of conductive patterns in the respective patterns, and completely removing the isolation layer of the first region through a dip-out process.

Abstract: A sheet product dispenser includes a housing comprising a dispenser opening for dispensing sheet product, and a water resistance means attached to a periphery of the dispenser opening, the water resistance means includes a means for housing the sheet product, a repositionable chute door movable between an open and a closed position, a chute seal between the housing means and the dispenser opening, and at least a door seal between the housing means and the chute door.

Abstract: A modular and scalable power source can be used to supplement and/or replace existing sources of power. In some embodiments, a DC source can be used to charge a battery in a host system, provide power as a back-up system, or be a primary source of power. The power source includes a set of battery units and one or more circuits that provide an alternative signal path around the battery units if the battery units are at a particular charge level. Temperature sensors are used to turn off or otherwise adjust the alternative signal paths if the temperatures of the alternative signal paths become too high.