Abstract: A novel process allows defects in materials, in particular in solid bodies (18), to be localized with considerably higher spatial resolution than before. Defects can be quickly and economically imaged with high spatial resolution. It is possible to contactlessly spin-selectively excite and capture or image defects in the solid body with high sensitivity, high dynamic range, large field of view and excellent resolution, which far exceeds the present capabilities of optical detection processes. Furthermore, with the process there is an excellent possibility for detecting spin even in individual images, wherein high contrast of the spin states and better fidelity of reproduction of the spin states are made possible. The device (10) and the process are suitable for quantum calculation using defect spins in solid bodies (18), for quantum-capable capturing and for quantum-capable measurement networks.

Abstract: A method, a system and computer program product for controlling exposure of a substrate positioned on a platen in an ion implantation system to an ion beam. A first current value determined based on a powering potential powering an ion source is received. A second current value determined based on an accelerating potential or a decelerating potential supplied to the ion implantation apparatus and affecting generation of the ion beam by the ion source for application to a substrate positioned on a platen is received. One or more energy filter supply current values are determined based on one or more energy filter supply potentials supplied to an energy filter positioned in the path of the ion beam. Platen position values are generated based on the first and second current values and energy filter supply current values. A position of the platen is adjusted using platen position values.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for cleaning a mat are disclosed. The disclosed process receives a user identifier, such as a phone number and/or PIN, at a mat cleaner from a user. The mat cleaner then accepts a mat, such as a yoga mat, form the user and conveys the mat through the mat cleaner. Various guides and sensors are employed to facilitate straight insertion and smooth conveyance of the mat through the mat cleaner. As the mat is conveyed, the mat is illuminated with ultraviolet light and sprayed with a recirculated cleaning solution. The mat cleaner includes a sensor, such as a float switch, to facilitate determination of the circulated cleaning solution level.

Abstract: An ultraviolet light fluid treatment device for irradiating a fluid flowing in a flow path tube with ultraviolet light includes a substrate; a light source disposed on the substrate and configured to emit the ultraviolet light; a light transmissive member disposed between the light source and the flow path tube and configured to transmit the ultraviolet light from the light source; and a support member fixed to the substrate and configured to hold an adsorption member that includes an adsorbent material adsorbing moisture. The support member has a reflective surface. The reflective surface is positioned between the light source and the adsorption member, and is configured to reflect the ultraviolet light from the light source.

Abstract: A consensus network includes Messagenodes and Validators. The Messagenodes add transactions to pre-built blocks of a blockchain. The Validators validate the transactions added to the blocks by the Messagenodes. Validators individually sign blocks in a pre-commit phase and if a block receives a threshold number of signatures, the Validators verify the signatures in a counting phase and commit the block to the blockchain. When a block is committed, it is linked to the previous sealed block in the blockchain.