Abstract: A biometric authentication device uses IR-VCSELs as light sources for performing a better biometric authentication by providing clearer images. A light guide module is introduced to minimize the size of the device. Moreover, the biometric authentication device uses a single image sensing module to gather the vein image and the fingerprint image into the same detection signal which is then analyzed and compared with the pre-stored vein feature data and fingerprint feature data. Therefore, the biometric authentication device can achieve an approach in lowering hardware costs, simplifying circuit designs and providing an outstanding performance.

Abstract: A biometric authentication device uses IR-VCSELs as light sources for performing a better biometric authentication by providing clearer images. A light guide module is introduced to minimize the size of the device. Moreover, the biometric authentication device uses a single image sensing module to gather the vein image and the fingerprint image into the same detection signal which is then analyzed and compared with the pre-stored vein feature data and fingerprint feature data. Therefore, the biometric authentication device can achieve an approach in lowering hardware costs, simplifying circuit designs and providing an outstanding performance.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for preparing a reconstituted apolipoprotein B lipoparticle and the method comprises steps of (a) dissolving an apolipoprotein B and a lipid in a first buffer containing 2 M to 8 M urea and 1 wt % to 15 wt % amphiphilic compounds to form a mixture; and (b) dialyzing the mixture against a second buffer containing 0 M to 2M urea and 0 wt % to 0.5 wt % amphiphilic compounds for 1 to several times for lowering concentrations of the urea and the amphiphilic compounds in the mixture. The present invention further provides an apolipoprotein B lipoparticle and a use for the production of an apolipoprotein B lipoparticle used for delivering a hydrophobic substance.

Abstract: A biometric authentication device uses IR-VCSELs as light sources for performing a better biometric authentication by providing clearer images. A light guide module is introduced to minimize the size of the device. Moreover, the biometric authentication device uses a single image sensing module to gather the vein image and the fingerprint image into the same detection signal which is then analyzed and compared with the pre-stored vein feature data and fingerprint feature data. Therefore, the biometric authentication device can achieve an approach in lowering hardware costs, simplifying circuit designs and providing an outstanding performance.

Abstract: A bio-nanowire device includes a substrate having a first surface, a first conductor, a second conductor, and a bio-nanowire. The first and second conductors are disposed on the first surface of the substrate, and are spaced apart from each other. The bio-nanowire has two ends respectively connected to the first and second conductors, and includes a nucleic acid molecule having two nucleotide segments, and a plurality of metal ions bonded between the two nucleotide segments of the nucleic acid molecule. The two nucleotide segments form a double helix structure via base pairs. When a voltage or a current is applied to the bio-nanowire, the oxidation state of the metal ions can be changed such that the non-linear electroconductive characteristic of the bio-nanowire can be controlled.

Abstract: A biotechnology detection device with optical fibers comprises a first optical fiber connected to a light source, and a prism having a first surface and a second surface. The first surface is connected to the first optical fiber and coated with an anti-reflective layer to be passed through by short-wavelength light; a second optical fiber connected to the second surface of the prism. The end of the second optical fiber is to be coated with test sample blended with a fluorescent agent, wherein the fluorescent agent emits long-wavelength light after being excited by short-wavelength light. The second prism surface is coated with a high reflective layer to reflect part of the long-wavelength light. A third optical fiber is connected to the second prism surface to convey part of the long-wavelength light. A detector is connected to the third optical fiber for detecting part of the long-wavelength light.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an interactive image and graphic system and method capable of detecting collision. A storage device stores a plurality of image data streams. Each image data stream includes a header, which has at least one position coordinate field, and the at least one position coordinate field corresponds to at least one object of the image data stream. An image engine plays a first image data stream of the plurality of image data streams. A graphic engine receives a sprite picture data. The sprite picture data includes a sprite position coordinate. The graphic engine receives the header of the first image data stream. When the sprite position coordinate superimposes over a position coordinate of the at least one object of the first image data stream, the graphic engine drives the image engine to select a second image data stream from the storage device for being played.

Abstract: The present invention provides a driving unit for an analog meter. The size of the driving unit is modified into a column shape, so that the first tape and second tape of the stator unit can be placed in double layers, guiding more pins of the input terminal from the same side. The driving unit can simplify the manufacturing process, and the size of the components of the driving unit are greatly reduced, making assembly more flexible or emptying more space for other components. The more concentrated pin can be connected easily or can be provided with more options for connection.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an interactive image and graphic system and method capable of detecting collision. A storage device stores a plurality of image data streams. Each image data stream includes a header, which has at least one position coordinate field, and the at least one position coordinate field corresponds to at least one object of the image data stream. An image engine plays a first image data stream of the plurality of image data streams. A graphic engine receives a sprite picture data. The sprite picture data includes a sprite position coordinate. The graphic engine receives the header of the first image data stream. When the sprite position coordinate superimposes over a position coordinate of the at least one object of the first image data stream, the graphic engine drives the image engine to select a second image data stream from the storage device for being played.

Abstract: The present invention provides a driving unit for an analog meter. The size of the driving unit is modified into a column shape, so that the first tape and second tape of the stator unit can be placed in double layers, guiding more pins of the input terminal from the same side. The driving unit can simplify the manufacturing process, and the size of the components of the driving unit are greatly reduced, making assembly more flexible or emptying more space for other components. The more concentrated pin can be connected easily or can be provided with more options for connection.

Abstract: A highly magnetically aligned metallothionein (MT) containing manganese (Mn) and cadmium (Cd) has been synthesized. The metallotionein has a formula of Mnx Cd7?x MT with x being in the range of 1 to 6. Its size and biological functions are similar as those of the native metallothionein as tested by dynamic light scattering, UV, and CD spectroscopic experimental methods. Its maximum magnetic moment per formula unit, in saturation field, is estimated to be 19.46 ?B, and persists from 277 to 330 K.

Abstract: An interactive video game system. An image input device produces consecutive images including a participant in a field of view. A luminance processing device obtains a luminance change of a current image in accordance with the consecutive images, wherein the luminance change indicates an active region of the participant. A field hit checker and a motion detector check if the active region ranges in a digital region or compute a motion and direction of the active region in accordance with the luminance change of the current image and a digital information, thereby generating an output signal. A rendering engine controls a sprite image in accordance with the output signal and accordingly displays the result on a display. Thus, the participant can play an interactive video game.

Abstract: The product packaging and displaying device includes a main holding member and a covering member, hanging elements disposed at two opposite sides of the holding member, and a connecting part for connecting the covering member to the holding member, a number of sleeving and covering parts are evenly disposed on one side of the covering member, a hollow connecting board is protruded from the same side of the covering member, the hollow connecting board is engaged onto the connecting part of the holding member for stably displaying products in the displaying device.

Abstract: The product packaging and displaying device includes a main holding member and a covering member, hanging elements disposed at two opposite sides of the holding member, and a connecting part for connecting the covering member to the holding member, a number of sleeving and covering parts are evenly disposed on one side of the covering member, a hollow connecting board is protruded from the same side of the covering member, the hollow connecting board is engaged onto the connecting part of the holding member for stably displaying products in the displaying device.

Abstract: A flashlight assembly includes a body having a battery received therein and an end cap assembly including a magnetic member is connected to a first end of the body. Two slots are defined through a second end of the body and two terminal plates are connected to an inside of the second end of the body. A gap is defined between the two terminal plates. A handle has an engaging portion which is pivotably connected to the second end of the body and two insertions extend through the two slots. One of the two insertions is located below the two terminal plates. A light bulb assembly is pivotably connected to the engaging portion of the handle. The two terminal plates are pushed to contact with other by the insertion when the handle is pivoted and the contact of the two terminal plates form a circuit.

Abstract: The invention relates to new fish growth hormones, nucleic acids encoding them, and transgenic fish that express them.

Abstract: The invention relates to new fish growth hormones, nucleic acids encoding them, and transgenic fish that express them.