Abstract: An active filter is coupled to a dc line of a converter such as a dc-dc converter. The active filter traps a harmonic frequency component of chopped current on the dc line. A passive EMI filter may also be coupled to the dc line to remove higher harmonic frequency components of the chopped current on the dc line.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel low dielectric constant nanoporous dielectric films having improved mechanical strength, and to improved processes for producing the same on substrates suitable for use in the production of integrated circuits. The nanoporous dielectric films are prepared by a process of preparing a mixture of a spin-on-glass material with a suitable thermally degradable polymer that is soluble in nonpolar solvents. Applying the resulting mixture onto a substrate suitable for use in the production of an integrated circuit, to produce a coated substrate. The coated substrate is then heated for a time and at one or more temperatures effective to remove the thermally degradable polymer, so as to produce the desired low dielectric nanoporous dielectric film.

Abstract: A split monopole antenna that provides for simultaneous transmission of 121.5, 243 and 406 MHz emergency signals using a simple, lightweight structure that can be stowed in an aircraft in a compact manner during non-deployment, and after deployment enables the beacon to float in water in an upright orientation. The monopole antenna comprises three radiating elements. The first radiating element is electrically coupled to a transmitting unit and radiates a 406.025 MHz signal; the second radiating element is electrically coupled to the first radiating element by way of a first band rejection filter and both elements radiate at 243 MHz; and the third radiating element is electrically coupled to the second radiating element by way of a second band rejection filter and all three elements radiate at 121.5 MHz.

Abstract: Improved processes for forming hydrophobic nanoporous dielectric coatings on substrates are provided. The improved processes involve forming a reaction mixture that combines at least one mono-, di- or trifunctional precursor with at least one tetrafunctional precursor, recovering the reaction product, and then depositing the reaction product onto a suitable substrate, followed by gelling of the deposited film. Precursors include alkoxy, acetoxy and halogen leaving groups.

Abstract: Polyethylene terephthalate yarn is prepared by spinning under high stress conditions in the transition region between oriented-amorphous and oriented-crystalline undrawn yarns by selection of process parameters to form an undrawn yarn that is a crystalline, partially oriented yarn with a crystallinity of 3 to 15 percent and a melting point elevation of 2 to 10° C. The spun yarn is then hot drawn to a total draw ratio between 1.5/1 and 2.5/1 with the resulting properties: (A) a terminal modulus of at least 20 g/d, (B) a dimensional stability defined by E4.5+FS<13.5 percent, (C) a tenacity of at least 7 grams per denier, (D) a melting point elevation of 9 to 14° C., and (E) anamorphous orientation function of less than 0.75. The resulting treated tire cord provides high tenacity in combination with improved dimensional stability.

Abstract: An unique filtration device (10) which removes acidic contaminants such as H2S and SO2 from a fluid stream through the use of partially hollow wicking fibers (20) impregnated with an effective amount of alkaline-generating chemical compounds, preferably also containing an effective amount of a compound with elements from Group II and Group 6-12 in +2 oxidation state, and most preferably also containing an effective amount of solid fine particles (18). A nonwoven filter mat (12) is formed from a plurality of the elongated fibers (20) each having at least one internal channel (22) connected to the fiber outer surface via an elongated opening (24). The fluid stream containing the acidic gas phase contaminants is directed over the nonwoven filter mat (12) whereby said plurality of small solid particles (18) and reservoir of active chemical reagents disposed in the open channels (22) communicate through the elongated opening (24) with the fluid flow path and absorbs the acidic gas phase contaminants.

Abstract: A thermal barrier coating for superalloy turbine engine vanes and blades that are exposed to high temperature gas is disclosed. The coating includes an aluminide or MCrAIY layer, an alumina layer, and a ceramic top layer. The ceramic layer has a columnar grain microstructure. A bond inhibitor is disposed in the gaps between the columnar grains. This inhibitor is either unstabilized zirconia, unstabilized hafnia, or a mixture thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to low dielectric constant nanoporous silica films and to processes for their manufacture. A substrate, e.g., a wafer suitable for the production of an integrated circuit, having a plurality of raised lines and/or electronic elements present on its surface, is provided with a relatively high porosity, low dielectric constant, silicon-containing polymer film composition.

Abstract: A microelectronic device having a self aligned metal diffusion barrier is disclosed. A microelectronic device having a substrate and a dielectric layer on the substrate. A trench having inside walls is formed through the dielectric layer. A lining of a barrier metal is on the inside walls of the trench and a fill metal is in the trench between the linings on the inside walls of the trench. The fill metal and the barrier metal have substantially different removal selectivities. A covering of the barrier metal is on the fill metal and the covering spans the linings on the inside walls of the trench and conforms to the top of the fill metal in the trench.

Abstract: A biologically active support is provided for removal of pollutants such as aliphatics, aromatics, heteroaromatics and halogenated derivatives from waste streams. The support contains a particulate adsorbent such as activated carbon bound by a polymer binder to a substrate such as a polymeric foam, and a bound pollutant-degrading microorganism. The adsorbent adsorbs a target pollutant, and the microorganism degrades the pollutant. Preferably, the microorganism is aerobic and the binder has a Tg of lower than or equal to about 25° C. The adsorbent adsorbs excess pollutant when the pollutant concentration increases and releases the pollutant when the concentration decreases. This maintains the pollutant concentration at a level which does not inhibit the microorganism. The biologically active support can be used in conventional biological waste treatment systems such as continuous stirred reactors, fixed-bed reactors and fluidized bed reactors.

Abstract: A dual drive ball has a ball screw shaft coupled at one end to a gear train and coupled at the other end to a ball screw nut. The ball screw shaft and ball screw nut are connected through complementary helical grooves filled with ball bearing balls. The outer surface of the ball screw nut is plined and can be driven by a second gear train. An output tube is coupled at one end to the ball screw nut and at its opposite end has a connector portion with a groove on its inner surface. A rod end has a coupling member for coupling to a surface to be actuated and a shaft portion with a groobe on its outer surface. This shaft portion is received with in the outputtube portion and the corresponding grooves are coupled through the use of a plurality of ball bearing balls.

Abstract: An electrical driver circuit for a cantilever solenoid valve includes first and second electrical switching devices for converting logical control input signals into respective control outputs. Third and fourth electrical switching devices are controlled as a function of the control output produced by the first switching device. Fifth and sixth electrical switching devices are controlled as a function of the control output produced by the second switching device. A voltage potential difference is created between a first electrically common point, defined between the third and fourth switching devices, and a second electrically common point, defined between the fifth and sixth switching devices, as a function of the logical signals received into the first and second switching devices.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for increasing the yield achieved during high density interconnect (HDI) production. In particular, processes in which panels are tested to identify good cells/parts, good cells are removed from the panels, and new panels created entirely of identified/known good cells allow increases in the number of layers used in a HDI without incurring the decrease in yield normally associated with such a layering process.

Abstract: A fuel control system for supplying metered quantities of fuel from a fuel supply (11), through a fuel pump (13), a metering valve (15) and a pressurizing valve (17) to a plurality of engine fuel manifolds (31a, 31b, 33) includes an ecology valve (43) for withdrawing fuel from the engine fuel manifolds (31a, 31b, 33) during cessation of engine operation and for returning fuel to the engine fuel manifolds (31a, 31b, 33) to be burned during normal engine operation. The ecology valve (43) includes a valve housing (44) having a plurality of ecology ports (50, 52, 54) adapted to be coupled to corresponding ones of the engine fuel manifolds (31a, 31b, 33) and a control port (46) adapted to be connected to a corresponding control port (45) of the fuel pressurizing valve (17).

Abstract: A two solenoid pressure modulated ABS relay valve incorporates a quick release valve in the control air circuit to allow a majority of the air in the control cavity to escape directly to ambient. The orifice through the exhaust solenoid need only handle a relatively small volume of air upstream of the quick release valve, i.e., between the quick release diaphragm and the inlet solenoid seat.

Abstract: A dry pressing and slip casting process is provided for the manufacture of glass-ceramic components of the type used in sensors. Both process on starts with a powder composition of SiO2 (42-59 wt. %), Al2O3 (17-35 wt. %), MgO (2-25 wt. %) and also BaO (0-20 wt. %), TiO2 (0-12 wt. %), ZnO (0-10 wt. %), CaO (0-10 wt. %), B2O3 (0-5 wt %), P2O5 (0-5 wt. %), ZrO2 (0-5 wt. %), alkali oxides such as K2O, Na2O (0-3 wt. %) and other small amounts (0-1 wt. %) of additives such as Fe2O3, As2O3. Fe2O3, V2O5, As2O3. Some of the ingredients (e.g. Mg, Ba, Ca) can also be present in the form of fluoride, e.g., MgF2, BaF2, CaF2, to up to 10 wt. %. Additional ceramic additives up to 30 wt. %, which are as second phase (e.g., Al2O3, Y2O3 doped ZrO2, SiO2, mullite, zircon, carbides, nitrides, and a combination of the above), are not part of the glass composition, but are introduced to enhance both the mechanical strength and toughness and to further modify the coefficient of thermal expansion.

Abstract: A new method for producing unsymmetrically substituted fluorenyl compounds, one step of which is the preparation of 2,7-disubstituted fluoren-9-one derivatives via the nucleophilic substitution of a compound of the formula D wherein A′ is selected from the group consisting of —Br, —Cl, —F, —NO2, and —CN; A is selected from the group consisting of —NO2, —CN, —CO2R, —C(O)R, —SO2R, —SO2RF, —C(CN)═C(CN)2 and —CH═C(CN)2; RF is —CpF2p+1, p=from about 0 to about 10; R is an straight, branched or cyclic aliphatic alkyl group having about 1 to 10 carbon atoms, or an aromatic group such as phenyl or naphthyl; and is a carbonyl or a protected carbonyl such as a ketal or thio-ketal such as wherein R′ is —CrH2r+1; R″ is —(CH2)r—; and r is independently 2 or 3, with a nucleophilic reagent in the presence of an aprotic solvent

Abstract: In an aircraft, tap water is filtered, vaporized and injected into a trim line of an environmental control system. Filtering is performed by a reverse osmosis filter. Hot, humidified air leaving the trim line is supplied to a cabin of the aircraft.

Abstract: A combustor dome for use in a combustor has an igniter mounted in a central bore. Moving outward from the bore is a concentric pilot fuel passageway. Concentric about the pilot fuel passageway is an air passageway. Lastly, concentric about the air passageway is a premix passageway. The outlets of the pilot fuel passageway, the air passageway, and the premix passageway are generally coplanar.

Abstract: A process for forming a nanoporous silica dielectric coating on a substrate. A substrate containing a deposited film is suspended within a sealable hotplate, while remaining free of contact with the hotplate. The hotplate is sealed and an inert gas is flowed across the substrate. The hotplate is heated to a temperature of from about 350° C. or higher, and the substrate is forced to contact the heated hotplate. The substrate is heated for a time that sufficiently removes outgassing remnants from the resultant nanoporous dielectric coating.