Abstract: A testing system is disclosed for testing a packaged device having a body with a package profile and an array of contacts coupled to the body. In one embodiment, the system includes a socket having a receiving area and an array of leads arranged to engage the array of contacts on the packaged device. The system of this embodiment also has a package handling assembly with a placement head and an alignment element coupled to the placement head. The alignment element is movable with the placement head as a unit relative to the socket. The alignment element is positionable in the receiving area of the socket. The alignment element restricts movement of the packaged device in at least two dimensions relative to the array of leads when the packaged device is positioned in the receiving area adjacent to the array of leads.

Abstract: A testing technique and apparatus are described for apply a test to a System Under Test (SUT) in one or more configurations of the SUT. The test can generate and store multiple output results that capture the behavior of the SUT in performing the test. Policy analysis logic applies a policy to the output results to generate an output verdict that reaches some conclusion regarding the outcome of the test. That is, the applied policy maps a subset of stored output results (and possibly input parameters) into the output verdict based on specified rules. A tester can apply different policies to investigate different aspects of the SUT's behavior.

Abstract: A programmable system for monitoring electricity consumption by a residence or business, including: (a) a Measuring Transmitting Unit integrated in a main circuit breaker or utility meter in the residence or business; comprising: (1) a means of receiving AC analog signals, converting the AC analog signals to DC analog signals, summing the DC analog signals, and outputting the information; (2) a microcontroller; (3) a power line carrier transmission interface controller; and (4) a power supply for powering the Measuring Transmitting Unit; and (b) a programmable Receiving Display Unit, comprising: (1) a power supply for powering the Receiving Display Unit; (2) a power plug; (3) a power line carrier transmission interface controller; (4) a data decoder; (5) a microcontroller; (6) memory associated with the microcontroller; (7) a visual display; and (8) a mechanism for inputting to the Receiving Display Unit; and wherein the Measuring Transmitting Unit translates current to digitally encoded signals, and trans

Abstract: A method for leak-before-rupture assessment including using a failure assessment diagram (FAD) assessment curve from a crack initiation based FAD analysis to analyze a crack in a material; and using a ductile tearing analysis in conjunction with the FAD assessment curve to detect a crack exhibiting at least one of ductile tearing stability and tearing instability prone to rupture during growth of the crack.

Abstract: There is disclosed an information processing apparatus which easily acquires calibration information required to transform the measured value of a position and orientation sensor into the position and orientation of an image sensing device on a world coordinate system, without using any special calibration tool. When a position and orientation of the image sensing device by attaching a receiver of a position and orientation sensor which comprises a transmitter and a receiver, approximate calibration information required for a coordinate transformation that transforms the position and orientation of the receiver into those of the image sensing device will be calculated by the following steps.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method and apparatus configured to allow testing of interconnections between components in a system. The present invention utilizes a source of a known pattern, for example a pattern buffer, in a first component of the system and a capture buffer located in a second component of the system.

Abstract: An instrument which utilizes this invention is a pulse generator which has adjustable rise and fall time. The generation of timing of pulses is under control of a digital circuit, and the timing of the beginning and end of each pulse and thus duty cycle is precise. The pulse generator also has an analog-to-digital converter that is used to measure voltages internal to the instrument. Voltage measurements are used to calculate the rise and fall times of the pulses. The rise and fall time of the pulses are adjusted based upon mathematical calculations. Control of rise and fall times is implemented using circuitry internal to the pulse generator. Rise time and fall time circuitry adjusts the rate of change of voltage (dv/dt) on the pulses generated. Rise time and fall time are independently adjustable.

Abstract: A method of inspecting a moving web. The method includes imaging a sequential portion of the continuously moving web to provide digital information. The digital information is then processed with an initial algorithm to identify any regions on the web containing anomalies. Image information corresponding to any identified region within the digital information is then selected. The selected image information is then analyzed with at least one subsequent algorithm to distinguish actual defects from among the anomalies.

Abstract: A method and system for yield similarity of semiconductor devices. The method includes providing a first plurality of semiconductor devices, providing a second plurality of semiconductor devices, obtaining a first plurality of yields associated with a first yield, and obtaining a second plurality of yields associated with a second yield. Additionally, the method includes performing a first statistical analysis for the first plurality of yields, determining a first statistical distribution, performing a second statistical analysis for the second plurality of yields, and determining a second statistical distribution. Moreover, the method includes processing information associated with the first statistical distribution and the second statistical distribution, and determining an indicator.

Abstract: A seat weighing device which is not readily affected by the heat, as well as maintaining stable sensitivity of a load sensor. Four deformation resistors are disposed on a sensor plate with the same distance from the center of a fastening member. Furthermore, four openings are formed at positions near the fixing positions (mounting positions) for the two deformation resistors on the sensor plate. The formation of these openings, reduces the cross-sectional area at positions where the openings have been formed on the sensor plate, and thus, the sensor plate readily flexes (deforms) at a position around the fixing positions for the deformation resistors. This enables the deformation resistors, to measure the load in a sure manner.

Abstract: A wafer edge inspection method and apparatus include a review tool that captures images of the semiconductor wafer. According to various embodiments, the present invention also includes a map of points of interest proximate to the edge of the wafer, automatic image capturing at the points of interest, fake defect locations defining the points of interest, a database in which the images are stored and computer-searchable for detailed defect analysis, a software tool for controlling the method and apparatus and/or context information identifying the points of interest, the inspected wafer and/or the fabrication station/step preceding the inspection.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of determining the growth of trees based on first and second measurement data obtained at different moments of time by utilizing a laser scanner located above the measured trees. In order to determine the growth of a large number of trees as fast and as easy as possible, said method comprises: processing said first measurement data in order to determine the location of tree locations (A), processing said second measurement data in order to determine the location of tree locations (B), determining the locations which are tree locations according to the results of both said first and second processing (C), and calculating the growth of trees at said determined locations by determining the difference in the size indicated by the second measurement data as compared to the size indicated by said first measurement data (D).

Abstract: A test methodology for use in a manufacturing process includes generating a test management matrix having a plurality of selectable test sites. Each test site indicates the optimum level of tests to be exercised on devices used to manufacture a product, such as a personal computer. Each test site is accessed through the intersection of inputs relating to aggregate test levels and quality of components used in the device. The tests identified at a selected test site are exercised to test the device.

Abstract: A method determines poses of a sensors distributed in an environment. A signal of the environment is acquired by each sensor. Features in each signal that correspond to the features in at least one other signal are identified. Directions between the sensors and the corresponding features are determined. Nullspaces of the directions are used to construct a matrix. A nullspace eigenvector is determined of the matrix, and then the nullspace eigenvector is reconfigured to a matrix specifying the locations of the sensors.

Abstract: A more time-efficient and area-efficient approach is provided to synchronize the transfer of data into programmable logic resources. A programmable logic resource core clock and a reset signal are routed to a reset register that controls the reset of a dynamic phase alignment circuit and a data realigner. The dynamic phase alignment circuit includes a phase-locked loop circuit, a J counter, and a deserializer. When the output signal of the reset register transitions from logic 1 to logic 0, the J counter begins to count and sets an enable signal accordingly. The enable signal, which controls the output of synchronized parallel data from the deserializer, is therefore phase associated with the programmable logic resource core clock. The synchronized parallel data is input to a data realigner which outputs the data based on the programmable logic resource core clock for input to the programmable logic resource core circuitry.

Abstract: In a device for detecting an abnormality of a gas sensor having a detected cell in which a pair of electrodes are provided on a solid electrolyte material, a microcomputer temporarily inputs a test signal including an alternating current component to a signal line connected to the electrode and detects a response signal developing in response to the test signal. If there is no disconnection in the cell, a current corresponding to the alternating current component flows between the electrodes due to a parasitic capacity of the cell to produce the response signal. If there is a disconnection therein, the magnitude of the response signal becomes zero. Therefore, if a detection value of the response signal falls below a reference value, a decision is made that a disconnection abnormality occurs in the cell. This enables a disconnection in the gas sensor to be detected with accuracy.

Abstract: The sensor device (S), in particular for use in a simulator dummy of an anthropomorphic type (M), includes a heat insulating support structure (1) with two measuring areas (1d; 1e) formed on the same side thereof, each having a measuring device (DA, DB) disposed thereon which includes an electric heater (2) and an electronic thermal flow sensor device (3) and an associated electric temperature sensor (4), arranged above the heater (2). The structure (1) also has an associated flow-speed sensor device (AS), preferably arranged in an intermediate area between the measuring devices (DA, DB), for supplying signals during operation indicating the speed of the air flow in the vicinity. The device (S) also includes an electronic acquisition and control unit (ACE) set to control operation of the heaters (2) according to predetermined instructions and/or to receive signals emitted by the aforesaid sensors (3, 4, AS).

Abstract: A method of and apparatus for enabling on-site calibration of an instrument, which measures vibration in a machine to assure that the instrument functions within instrument performance specifications, eliminates the need for shipping the instrument to a remote lab for calibration. In one embodiment a CD containing a database that includes the calibration procedure is provided for use with a laptop computer located on site with the instrument. The laptop is connected to the instrument and the procedure displayed on the laptop is followed to calibrate the instrument. Upon successful completion of the procedure, the laptop is connected to a printer which prints out a certificate of completion of calibration. In an alternative embodiment, the database and procedure are available on a remote computer, which is accessed via an internet connection that is password protected.

Abstract: For the automatic determination of the diameter of a tool, particularly a saw blade for an automatic wall saw, which is driven by a motor via a gear unit, the moment of inertia of the tool is used as an indicator for its diameter. Three basic solution variants are introduced. In particular, the system including a motor, gear unit and tool is treated as a dual-mass oscillator such that the elasticity of the shafts and gears is arranged as a torsion spring between the inertial masses in two discrete points while taking into account two coefficients of friction including coefficients of the known inertia of the motor rotor (?R) and of the tool (?S). This system can be described by equations which are then simplified by reasonable assumptions or premises. The selected formulations are solved for the moment of inertia of the tool to determine the diameter therefrom and to make an optimal adjustment for the drive possible which is adapted to the respective tool.

Abstract: A setting device for a vehicle having a mechanically adjustable part in which a sensor assigned to the mechanically adjustable part generates sensor signals corresponding to the positions of the part. An initial range of the sensor values is assigned to an inoperative position of the part and covers the varying initial positions of the part. An evaluation device stores a longer constant signal in the initial range as an intermediate value. A longer constant sensor signal is compared with the intermediate value after the initial range is exceeded and after the subsequent return into this range. If it is established that both values are approximately of the same magnitude, the evaluation device stores this value as an initial value. As a result, the inoperative position of the part is reliably verified without the use of additional auxiliary components or steps.