Abstract: The pet training device comprises a handheld wireless command module, a wireless receiver module connected to an adjustable collar assembly. The wireless command module is used to select a stimulation mode, stimulation duration, and a stimulation intensity level through the used of one-touch digital switches located on the device front panel. The selected functions are displayed on a LCD. The stimulation commands are transmitted to the wireless receiver module where they are demodulated into control signals that trigger a shock, a vibration, or both. When the wireless receiver is placed in the no-bark mode, the wireless receiver module will generate a shock when triggered by a bark sensor. Power controllers built into both the wireless command module and wireless receiver module optimizes battery life by turning the devices off after a period of inactivity.

Abstract: A variety of techniques may be employed, alone or in combination, to enhance contact between a processed substrate and applied megasonic energy. In accordance with one embodiment of the new invention, the vibration plate is brought into intimate contact with one surface of the substrate, while cleaning or processing fluid contacts the other. In accordance with an alternative embodiment of the present invention, a reflecting surface may be provided to cause emanated energy to be reflected back into the near field and make it more uniform. In accordance with another alternative embodiment of the present invention, energy may be transferred across a substrate bounded on both sides by liquid with incidence of megasonic energy that is either normal to the substrate surface or within a critical range of incident angles. In yet another embodiment, generated dilatational waves may be converted to surface waves prior to contacting the substrate.

Abstract: A cost effective and environmentally sound method for quickly removing liquid from surfaces of a substrate under manufacture without leaving behind substantial residue (e.g., silicon elements from the substrate, commonly known in the field as “water marks”). The process includes first providing a substrate (e.g., a semiconductor wafer, glass flat panel, or disc media), which has undergone one or more liquid-based processes (e.g., cleaning, scrubbing, rinsing, etc.). An upper surface and a lower surface of the substrate are then subjected to vacuum suction, thereby removing liquid thereon. An apparatus for removing liquid from surfaces of a substrate is also provided. The apparatus includes a plurality of vacuum application members configured for applying vacuum suction to surfaces of a substrate, thereby removing liquid therefrom.

Abstract: Embodiments in accordance with the present invention provide methods and apparatuses for heating a substrate with radiation during processing of substrates. Radiation in the radio or microwave portion of the electromagnetic spectrum is applied to a substrate housed within a processing chamber to promote desirable chemical reactions involving the substrate. Processing in accordance with embodiments of the present invention may utilize pressurization of the processing chamber in conjunction with the application of microwave, RF, IR, or UV radiation, or electromagnetic induction, to heat the substrate or a component of the processing chemistry present within the chamber. Alternative embodiments of the present invention may use combinations of these energy types for more effective processing. For example, UV radiation may be introduced into the chamber in conjunction with microwave heating in order to generate reactive species from the processing chemistry.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for removing materials from a substrate contained in a closed, pressurized processing vessel. An exemplary method includes the steps of inserting a substrate to be processed into the processing vessel, closing the processing vessel gas-tight, and then pressurizing the processing vessel. A pressurized processing solution is introduced to the processing vessel while the processing vessel is maintained under pressure. The substrate is exposed to the processing solution, so that a processing step ensues and the desired material is removed from the substrate by reaction with the pressurized processing fluid. The processing is performed at greater than atmospheric pressure to maintain a high concentration of active components of the processing solution by increasing the solubility of active solution components, and to inhibit evaporation of volatile components of the processing solution.

Abstract: A pet training device comprises a wireless command module, a wireless receiver module connected to an adjustable collar assembly. The wireless command module is used to select a stimulation mode, a stimulation duration, and a stimulation intensity level through the use of one-touch digital switches located on the wireless training device front panel. The selected functions are displayed on an LCD. Stimulation commands are transmitted to the wireless receiver module where they are demodulated into control signals that trigger a shock, a vibration, or a shock and vibration. When the wireless receiver module is placed in a no-bark mode, the wireless receiver module will generate a shock when triggered by a bark sensor. Power controllers built into both the wireless command module and wireless receiver module optimizes battery life by turning the training devices off after a period of inactivity.

Abstract: A bath system for processing semiconductor wafers with an efficient and uniform delivery of sonic energy to the semiconductor wafers. The bath system includes a container (e.g., a quartz container) configured for receiving at least one semiconductor wafer (e.g., a 300 mm diameter semiconductor wafer) and holding processing liquid. The container has two vertical sidewalls and two angled walls, with each of the two angled walls being disposed below one of the vertical sidewalls. The bath system also includes at least one sonic transducer attached to each of the two angled walls. These sonic transducers are arranged so that sonic energy emanating therefrom is directed across the at least one semiconductor wafer during processing. The system further includes at least one sonic transducer attached to each of the vertical sidewalls.

Abstract: An electro-shock training system including remote voice command capability. The training unit includes a hand-held transmitter which remotely controls a receiver unit attached to a collar worn by the animal to be trained. Positive feedback and voice commands are communicated to the animal via a speaker associated with the receiver unit. Negative reinforcement is provided in the form of a mild electrical shock via electrodes associated with the receiver unit.

Abstract: A multicompartment system for accumulating a human fluid specimen for analysis having a plastic container for holding the specimen with the container having a port opening for receipt of the specimen, means for mechanically sealing the container including a sealable cap, a heat seal, or a plug, with the specimen therein wherein the seal is effected after receipt of the specimen and can include formation of more than one sealed compartment for subsequent separation and analysis and at least one of the sealed compartments having a rigid or semi rigid element therein protruding from a hole in the compartment to dispense the specimen contained therein therefrom, and said system container also having identification elements capable of inscription thereon.

Abstract: An automated system for sampling and testing a fluid specimen using an analysis station. The fluid specimen is collected in a flexible container having an access port. A piercing element pierces the access port and is withdrawn, allowing the fluid specimen to drain from the container. Subsequently, the container can be resealed.

Abstract: An automated method of using a system for sampling and testing a fluid specimen including an analysis station comprising collecting the fluid specimen in a flexible container having an access port, piercing a housing of the access port, withdrawing the piercing element and allowing the fluid specimen to drain from the container.

Abstract: A bath system for processing semiconductor wafers includes a container having walls with a sonic transducer mounted on the outside of one side wall which is oblique to the other side walls. The thickness of the one side wall permits sonic energy to pass therethrough to wafers held in a liquid bath. Liquid and gas are introduced into the housing from the bottom wall.

Abstract: The invention concerns the collection of a biological fluid specimen. Both an apparatus and method of collection are described. The apparatus includes an optically transparent plastic bag having a sealable collection port. The bag may be sealed into at least two separate subcompartments. After sealing, the subcompartments are to contain substantially identical fluid specimens. The bag further includes a displaceable element for selectively dispensing and drawing fluid into the system.

Abstract: The invention concerns the collection of a biological fluid specimen. Both an apparatus and method of collection are described. The apparatus includes an optically transparent plastic bag having a sealable collection port. The bag may be sealed into at least two separate subcompartments. After sealing, the subcompartments are to contain substantially identical fluid specimens. The bag further includes a displaceable element for selectively dispensing and drawing fluid into the system.

Abstract: A plastic bag for collection of a human fluid specimen for chemical analysis and testing. The plastic bag includes a plurality of subcompartments for collecting a urine specimen and other biological specimens for analysis to ascertain the presence or controlled drug substances or other undesired chemicals or diseases. The plastic bag includes the features of a nonreusable plastic seal around each subcompartment containing redundant fluid specimens to enable a legally secure, reliable characterization of the fluid specimen.

Abstract: A rectangular container having a divider at one end of the container. The divider separates the container into a large processing region and a second region from which the solvent fluid is drained from the container. The divider acts as a weir over which the solvent flows from the processing region into the second region. Contaminating particles which fall onto the surface of the solvent and are momentarily trapped by surface tension are quickly removed from the processing region by the overflow action into the second region.

Abstract: An orbital tool assembly for forming rivet heads has a housing attached to a driven member rotatable upon a first axis, the housing having a bore along a second axis at an acute angle to the first axis. A head having an axis coincident with the second axis and including a fluid pressure chamber is retained within the housing with bearings interposed. A coaxial driver on the head has a plurality of bores parallel to the second axis in communication with the pressure chamber, and mounts a reciprocal peening tool holder in each bore, supporting an axial peening tool. An anti-rotation arm at one end extends at right angles to the driver and is secured thereto with its other end engaging a bracket, the arm being free for rocking movements in a plane passing through the first and second axes. Rotation of the head oscillates the peening tools in the rocking plane, the peening tools being in operative engagement with unheaded rivets.