Abstract: Structures that include field-effect transistors and methods of forming such structures. The structure comprises a substrate, a dielectric layer on the substrate, a first field-effect transistor including a first semiconductor layer over the dielectric layer and a first gate electrode, and a second field-effect transistor including a second semiconductor layer over the dielectric layer and a second gate electrode adjacent to the first gate electrode. The second semiconductor layer is connected to the first semiconductor layer, and the first and second semiconductor layers are positioned between the first gate electrode and the second gate electrode.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for improving a mobile robot that is configured to perform a task in an environment using an operating procedure. Data is received that was recorded by the mobile robot using one or more sensors as the mobile robot navigates the environment to perform the task. A database and/or a model associated with the environment is updated to incorporate the recorded data. The operating procedure of the mobile robot can be modified, based on the database and/or the model, to generate a modified operating procedure for performing the task in the environment that improves a performance of the mobile robot. Additionally, a recommendation for improving the performance of the mobile robot when performing the task in the environment can be determined, based on the database and/or the model, and displayed to a user for consideration.

Abstract: A group head (20) for an espresso machine (10), the group head (20) comprising: a group head bracket (36) for detachable engagement with a portafilter (30) holding a puck (22) of ground coffee in a filter basket (64) to dispense an espresso coffee; a conduit (34) for receiving a flow of water to the portafilter (30); and, a heater (32) mounted in the group head (20) to heat the flow of water to the portafilter (30).

Abstract: An ablation system comprises: an ablation catheter and a console. The ablation catheter comprises: a shaft including a proximal end, a distal portion and a distal end; an ablation element configured to deliver energy to tissue; and a force maintenance assembly comprising a force maintenance element and configured to control and/or assess contact force between the ablation element and cardiac tissue. The console is configured to operably attach to the ablation catheter and comprises: an energy delivery assembly configured to provide energy to the ablation element. Methods of ablating tissue are also provided.

Abstract: Structures that include resistive memory elements and methods of forming a structure that includes resistive memory elements. The structure comprises a bipolar junction transistor including a base, a first terminal having a first raised semiconductor layer over the base, and a second terminal having a second raised semiconductor layer over the base. The first raised semiconductor layer is spaced in a lateral direction from the second raised semiconductor layer. The structure further comprises a resistive memory element including a first electrode, a second electrode, and a switching layer between the first electrode and the second electrode. The first electrode of the resistive memory element is coupled to the first terminal of the bipolar junction transistor.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for forming a reverse selective etch stop layer are disclosed. Some embodiments of the disclosure provide interconnects with lower resistance than methods which utilize non-selective (e.g., blanket) etch stop layers. Some embodiments of the disclosure utilize reverse selective etch stop layers within a subtractive etch scheme. Some embodiments of the disclosure selectively deposit the etch stop layer by passivating the surface of the metal material.

Abstract: A navigation system includes: a communication unit configured to receive vehicle environment information of a user vehicle, the vehicle environment information including proximate vehicle information representing proximately located vehicles relative to the user vehicle; and a control unit, coupled to the communication unit, configured to: determine lane reference vehicles from the proximately located vehicles based on a vehicle type of the proximately located vehicles; monitor the relative location of the lane reference vehicles; generate a road lane model including a lane delineation estimation based on the relative location of the lane reference vehicles; and calculate a lane position of the user vehicle according to the lane delineation estimation based on a lateral position shift of the user vehicle.

Abstract: Various examples are provided related to face identification of material. An image can be captured by a vision system and feature parameters determined and compared to a material feature database to determine which face of the material is being presented. The vision system can employ a set of parameters for configuration to acquire the image. The system can communicate the identification to downstream processes in real time. A near-universal, color agnostic, angular orientation independent identification of material faces can be determined without the need for physical manipulation of the material.

Abstract: A sewn product making apparatus such as a sewing robot can be used to produce a variety of products over a broad range of sizes, shapes or materials. Various examples are provided related to the automation of sewing robots, and the making of sewn products. In one example, among others, a system can generate a product making path using a product construction file, and instruct a sewing device and fabric mover(s) to automatically sew the product based upon the product making path. The product making path can be modified when a deviation is detected, and the sewing adjusted based upon the modified product making path. The product construction file can be generated using information from a computer aided design associated with the product.

Abstract: Various examples are provided related to face identification of material. An image can be captured by a vision system and feature parameters determined and compared to a material feature database to determine which face of the material is being presented. The vision system can employ a set of parameters for configuration to acquire the image. The system can communicate the identification to downstream processes in real time. A near-universal, color agnostic, angular orientation independent identification of material faces can be determined without the need for physical manipulation of the material.

Abstract: Various examples are provided related to face identification of material. An image can be captured by a vision system and feature parameters determined and compared to a material feature database to determine which face of the material is being presented. The vision system can employ a set of parameters for configuration to acquire the image. The system can communicate the identification to downstream processes in real time. A near-universal, color agnostic, angular orientation independent identification of material faces can be determined without the need for physical manipulation of the material.

Abstract: A sewn product making apparatus such as a sewing robot can be used to produce a variety of products over a broad range of sizes, shapes or materials. Various examples are provided related to the automation of sewing robots, and the making of sewn products. In one example, among others, a system can generate a product making path using a product construction file, and instruct a sewing device and fabric mover(s) to automatically sew the product based upon the product making path. The product making path can be modified when a deviation is detected, and the sewing adjusted based upon the modified product making path. The product construction file can be generated using information from a computer aided design associated with the product.

Abstract: Due to rapid advancement in computing technology of both hardware and software, the labor intensive sewing process has been transformed into a technology-intensive automated process. During an automated process, product materials may become wrinkled or folded, which can slow down the automated process or result in human intervention. Various examples are provided related to the automation of sewing robots, and removal of wrinkles from products. Images of material on a work table can be captured and analyzed to determine if there are wrinkles or folds in the product. The robot can remove the wrinkle or fold by manipulating the material through the use of end effectors such as, e.g., budgers.

Abstract: Due to rapid advancement in computing technology of both hardware and software, the labor intensive sewing process has been transformed into a technology-intensive automated process. During an automated process, product materials may become wrinkled or folded, which can slow down the automated process or result in human intervention. Various examples are provided related to the automation of sewing robots, and removal of wrinkles from products. Images of material on a work table can be captured and analyzed to determine if there are wrinkles or folds in the product. The robot can remove the wrinkle or fold by manipulating the material through the use of end effectors such as, e.g., budgers.

Abstract: A sewn product making apparatus such as a sewing robot can be used to produce a variety of products over a broad range of sizes, shapes or materials. Various examples are provided related to the automation of sewing robots, and the making of sewn products. In one example, among others, a system can generate a product making path using a product construction file, and instruct a sewing device and fabric mover(s) to automatically sew the product based upon the product making path. The product making path can be modified when a deviation is detected, and the sewing adjusted based upon the modified product making path. The product construction file can be generated using information from a computer aided design associated with the product.

Abstract: Due to rapid advancement in computing technology of both hardware and software, the labor intensive sewing process has been transformed into a technology-intensive automated process. During an automated process, processing of a work piece can be visually monitored using a sensor system. Data gathered from the sensor system can be used to infer the condition and/or position of the work piece in the work area using, e.g., models of a sensor profile. Evaluation can be carried out before processing begins, during processing and/or after processing of the work piece. Examples of systems and methods are described that provide for initially and successively matching the model of the expected shape for a product work piece to a set of sensor readings of the work piece in order to determine the position of the work piece and support a variety of useful features.

Abstract: Due to rapid advancement in computing technology of both hardware and software, the labor intensive sewing process has been transformed into a technology-intensive automated process. During an automated process, processing of a work piece can be visually monitored using a sensor system. Data gathered from the sensor system can be used to infer the condition and/or position of the work piece in the work area using, e.g., models of a sensor profile. Evaluation can be carried out before processing begins, during processing and/or after processing of the work piece. Examples of systems and methods are described that provide for initially and successively matching the model of the expected shape for a product work piece to a set of sensor readings of the work piece in order to determine the position of the work piece and support a variety of useful features.

Abstract: Due to rapid advancement in computing technology of both hardware and software, the labor intensive sewing process has been transformed into a technology-intensive automated process. During an automated process, product materials may become wrinkled or folded, which can slow down the automated process or result in human intervention. Various examples are provided related to the automation of sewing robots, and removal of wrinkles from products. Images of material on a work table can be captured and analyzed to determine if there are wrinkles or folds in the product. The robot can remove the wrinkle or fold by manipulating the material through the use of end effectors such as, e.g., budgers.

Abstract: A sewn product making apparatus such as a sewing robot can be used to produce a variety of products over a broad range of sizes, shapes or materials. Various examples are provided related to the automation of sewing robots, and the making of sewn products. In one example, among others, a system can generate a product making path using a product construction file, and instruct a sewing device and fabric mover(s) to automatically sew the product based upon the product making path. The product making path can be modified when a deviation is detected, and the sewing adjusted based upon the modified product making path. The product construction file can be generated using information from a computer aided design associated with the product.

Abstract: A method is provided. The method includes electing a mobile device optimization strategy at a mobile device, web interface, or through direction to the provider. In exchange for a user selecting the mobile device optimization strategy, a network or service provider provides one or more plan-related incentives. A related system and mobile device are also disclosed.