Abstract: A deflection or snap fit type latch system can resist separation in at least three axes. The snap fit type latch system can include a first member and a second member that when engaged are configured to form a snap fit connection, at least one of the members comprising a deflecting arm. A tee feature on the first member can include a stem and a head. A slot on the second member can slidingly receive the stem of the tee feature as the first and second members engage such that the second member is sandwiched between the first member and the head of the tee feature. The snap fit connection can resist separation in a first axis and the combined tee feature and slot resist separation in two additional axes. The snap fit type latch system can be part of an enclosure, such as a storage device.

Abstract: A microprocessor includes an indicator and a plurality of processing cores. Each of the plurality of processing cores is configured to sample the indicator. When the indicator indicates a first predetermined value, the plurality of processing cores are configured to collectively designate a default one of the plurality of processing cores to be a bootstrap processor. When the indicator indicates a second predetermined value distinct from the first predetermined value, the plurality of processing cores are configured to collectively designate one of the plurality of processing cores other than the default processing core to be the bootstrap processor.

Abstract: An erase process for a 3D stacked memory device allows a portion of a block of memory cells to be erased. In one approach, in a U-shaped NAND string configuration, memory cells in the drain- or source-side columns are erased. In another approach, such as in a U-shaped or a straight NAND string configuration, memory cells in a portion of a column of memory cells are erased, and a dummy memory cell is provided between the erased and non-erased memory cells. A dummy memory cell can be on either side (e.g., above and below) of an erase memory cell, or on either side of a non-erased memory cell. A dummy memory cell is ineligible to store user data, but prevents a downshift in the threshold voltage of an erased memory cell from changing the threshold voltage of a non-erased memory cell, due to capacitive coupling.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a method for wafer level packaging and a package structure thereof. The method includes several steps. A through hole is formed in the interposer with a thickness that is less than the length of a first conducting pillar. The first conducting pillar is disposed inside the through hole. A redistribution layer is disposed and electrically connected with the first conducting pillar. A solder ball is disposed on the redistribution layer so as to form a wafer level packaging structure.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a plurality of cores and a fuse array. The plurality of cores is disposed on a die. The fuse array is disposed on the die and is coupled to each of the plurality of cores, where the fuse array includes a plurality of semiconductor fuses that are programmed with compressed configuration data for the each of the plurality of cores, and where the each of the plurality of cores accesses and decompresses all of the compressed configuration data upon power-up/reset, for initialization of elements within the each of the plurality of cores.

Abstract: A propeller system for an aircraft includes an assembly for modifying a sound field of the propeller system. The propeller system includes a rotor supported for rotation about a rotor axis. The rotor has a central hub and a plurality of blades each extending outwardly from the hub to a tip. The rotor and blades are operable to propel an aircraft to travel in a direction. The rotor blades define a rotor plane perpendicular to the rotor axis. The blade tips define a circumferential rotational path as the blades are rotated by the rotor. The propeller system includes an acoustic resonator or multiple resonators having openings disposed within a distance to the propeller blade tip that is small compared to the wavelength of the propeller's fundamental blade tone and proximate to the rotor plane. The resonators are excited by tip flow of the blade as it passes the opening.

Abstract: A rigid wave pattern formed on a first side of a substrate in a semiconductor die package. The rigid wave pattern aligns with and overlies the contact fingers formed on the second side of the substrate. The rigid wave pattern includes a first pattern with an etched portion and an unetched portion around the etched portion. When the substrate and dice are encased during the molding process, the rigid wave pattern effectively reduces deformation of and stresses on the dice, therefore substantially alleviating die cracking.

Abstract: An apparatus including a plurality of cores and a fuse array. The plurality of cores is disposed on a die. The fuse array is disposed on the die and is coupled to each of the plurality of cores, where the fuse array includes a first plurality of semiconductor fuses and a second plurality of semiconductor fuses. The first plurality of semiconductor fuses is programmed with compressed configuration data for the each of the plurality of cores. The second plurality of semiconductor fuses is programmed with core designation data that associates some of the compressed configuration data with one of the plurality of cores, where the one of the plurality of cores accesses and decompresses the some of the compressed configuration data upon power-up/reset, for initialization of elements within the one of the plurality of cores.

Abstract: An apparatus has a shared fuse array and a plurality of microprocessor cores. The shared fuse array is disposed on a die, the shared fuse array having a plurality of semiconductor fuses programmed with compressed configuration data and error checking and correction (ECC) codes. The plurality of microprocessor cores is disposed on the die, where each of the plurality of microprocessor cores is coupled to the shared fuse array and is configured to access all of the compressed configuration data during power-up/reset, for initialization of elements within the each of the plurality of cores. The each of the plurality of cores includes a reset controller that is configured to access the compressed configuration data and the ECC codes, to correct errors resulting in corrected compressed configuration data, to decompress all of the corrected compressed configuration data, and to distribute decompressed configuration data to initialize the elements.

Abstract: Systems and computer-implemented methods are provided for automatically picking up items or products in a materials handling facility. In one embodiment, a system includes a first sensor; a conveyor; a robotic hand including multiple digits, each digit having one or more suction cups attached thereto; a memory; and one or more processors, which are all coupled together. The memory includes program instructions executable by the one or more processors to implement a pick process component configured to: (i) receive sensed information of an item or product delivered on the conveyor from the first sensor; (ii) generate a pick plan comprising processor-executable instructions to control the robotic hand to pick up the item or product; and (iii) control the robotic hand to pick up the item or product from the conveyor by executing the generated pick plan, while selectively activating the one or more suction cups.

Abstract: An apparatus has a fuse array, a cache memory, and cores. The fuse array is disposed on a die, into which is programmed the configuration data. The fuse array includes a first plurality of fuses and a second plurality of fuses. The first plurality of fuses stores compressed cache correction data. The second plurality of fuses stores compressed fuse correction data that indicates locations and values corresponding to one or more fuses within the first plurality of fuses whose states are to be changed from that which was previously stored. The cores are disposed on the die, where each of the cores accesses the fuse array upon power-up/reset. The each of the cores includes a cache fuses decompressor that changes the states according to the locations and the values, decompresses the compressed cache correction data, and distributes decompressed cached correction data to initialize the cache memory.

Abstract: A stacked non-volatile memory cell array include cell areas with rows of vertical columns of NAND cells, and an interconnect area, e.g., midway in the array and extending a length of the array. The interconnect area includes at least one metal silicide interconnect extending between insulation-filled slits, and does not include vertical columns of NAND cells. The metal silicide interconnect can route power and control signals from below the stack to above the stack. The metal silicide interconnect can also be formed in a peripheral region of the substrate. Contact structures can extend from a terraced portion of the interconnect to at least one upper metal layer, above the stack, to complete a conductive path from circuitry below the stack to the upper metal layer. Subarrays can be provided in a plane of the array without word line hook-up and transfer areas between the subarrays.

Abstract: A content delivery network (CDN) edge server is provisioned to provide last mile acceleration of content to requesting end users. The CDN edge server fetches, compresses and caches content obtained from a content provider origin server, and serves that content in compressed form in response to receipt of an end user request for that content. It also provides “on-the-fly” compression of otherwise uncompressed content as such content is retrieved from cache and is delivered in response to receipt of an end user request for such content. A preferred compression routine is gzip, as most end user browsers support the capability to decompress files that are received in this format. The compression functionality preferably is enabled on the edge server using customer-specific metadata tags.

Abstract: Simultaneous Multiple Sample Light Scattering systems and methods can be used to for polymer stability testing and for applying stressors to polymer or colloid solutions including heat stress, ultrasound, freeze/thaw cycles, shear stress and exposure to different substances and surfaces. among others, that create a polymer stress response used to characterize the polymer solution and stability.

Abstract: A data storage device includes a non-volatile memory that includes a three-dimensional (3D) memory. A controller of the data storage device is configured to store a first sequence of addresses based on a first sequence of read instructions received from a host device. Subsequent to storing the first sequence of addresses, the controller is configured to receive a second sequence of read instructions from the host device and to determine whether a second sequence of addresses that is based on the second sequence of read instructions matches the first sequence of addresses. The controller is configured to relocate at least one page of the non-volatile memory at least partially based on the second sequence of addresses matching the first sequence of addresses.

Abstract: A cable retention mechanism locks an external connector with an input/output (I/O) connector of an electronic device. The mechanism includes a retention housing having a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface, the second surface adjacent to the device housing when the retention mechanism and the electronic device are coupled to one another. The mechanism includes a retainer including a mounting arrangement defining a channel receiving a cable of the external connector, the mounting arrangement biased to apply a first retaining force to the cable. The retainer includes a biasing member compressing a portion of the mounting arrangement such that a width of the channel decreases as the channel approaches the second surface, the biasing member applying a second retaining force to the mounting arrangement to increase the first retaining force. When tension is applied to the cable, the biasing member increases the second retaining force.

Abstract: A content delivery network (CDN) edge server is provisioned to provide last mile acceleration of content to requesting end users. The CDN edge server fetches, compresses and caches content obtained from a content provider origin server, and serves that content in compressed form in response to receipt of an end user request for that content. It also provides “on-the-fly” compression of otherwise uncompressed content as such content is retrieved from cache and is delivered in response to receipt of an end user request for such content. A preferred compression routine is gzip, as most end user browsers support the capability to decompress files that are received in this format. The compression functionality preferably is enabled on the edge server using customer-specific metadata tags.

Abstract: A data storage device includes a non-volatile memory and a controller. A method performed in the data storage device includes sending multiple access requests to a plurality of non-volatile memory devices of the data storage device. The multiple access requests correspond to a command and are associated with a first order. The method further includes receiving a plurality of output data items from the plurality of non-volatile memory devices. The plurality of output data items is based on the multiple access requests and is received in a second order that is different from the first order. The method also includes reordering the plurality of output data items according to the first order.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to an apparatus and method for adaptive exposure in imaging systems. An x-ray source for producing x-ray radiation and an x-ray detector for measuring amount of x-ray radiation passing through the human patient and striking the detector can be used. A tomographic image of the human patient or a tomosynthetic image of the human patient can be generated. Region of interest filtering and equalization filtering can be utilized. Filtering can be accomplished with a mechanical shield or shutter or with electronic control of the x-ray source.

Abstract: An apparatus is contemplated for storing and providing configuration data to an integrated circuit device, the apparatus has a fuse array and a plurality of cores. The fuse array is disposed on a die. The fuse array has a first plurality of semiconductor fuses and a second plurality of semiconductor fuses. The plurality of cores is disposed on the die, where each of the plurality of cores is coupled to the fuse array. The each of the plurality of cores includes array control, configured to access the first and second pluralities of fuses, and configured to process first states of the first plurality of semiconductor fuses and second states of the second plurality of semiconductor fuses according to contents of a configuration data register.