Abstract: A semiconductor device comprises a semiconductor die and an integrated capacitor formed over the semiconductor die. The integrated capacitor is configured to receive a high voltage signal. A transimpedance amplifier is formed in the semiconductor die. An avalanche photodiode is disposed over or adjacent to the semiconductor die. The integrated capacitor is coupled between the avalanche photodiode and a ground node. A resistor is coupled between a high voltage input and the avalanche photodiode. The resistor is an integrated passive device (IPD) formed over the semiconductor die. A first terminal of the integrated capacitor is coupled to a ground voltage node. A second terminal of the integrated capacitor is coupled to a voltage greater than 20 volts. The integrated capacitor comprises a plurality of interdigitated fingers in one embodiment. In another embodiment, the integrated capacitor comprises a plurality of vertically aligned plates.

Abstract: An anode for an electrochemical cell comprises a lithium metal or lithium metal alloy, and a polymer coating deposited on the lithium metal or lithium metal alloy. The polymer coating is doped with lithium ions and comprises a polyisocyanurate material. The polyisocyanurate material contains ether- and/or silicone-containing further groups. The ether-containing group is a polyether, and/or wherein the silicone-containing group is a siloxane group.

Abstract: A semiconductor device comprises a semiconductor die and an integrated capacitor formed over the semiconductor die. The integrated capacitor is configured to receive a high voltage signal. A transimpedance amplifier is formed in the semiconductor die. An avalanche photodiode is disposed over or adjacent to the semiconductor die. The integrated capacitor is coupled between the avalanche photodiode and a ground node. A resistor is coupled between a high voltage input and the avalanche photodiode. The resistor is an integrated passive device (IPD) formed over the semiconductor die. A first terminal of the integrated capacitor is coupled to a ground voltage node. A second terminal of the integrated capacitor is coupled to a voltage greater than 20 volts. The integrated capacitor comprises a plurality of interdigitated fingers in one embodiment. In another embodiment, the integrated capacitor comprises a plurality of vertically aligned plates.

Abstract: A semiconductor device comprises a semiconductor die and an integrated capacitor formed over the semiconductor die. The integrated capacitor is configured to receive a high voltage signal. A transimpedance amplifier is formed in the semiconductor die. An avalanche photodiode is disposed over or adjacent to the semiconductor die. The integrated capacitor is coupled between the avalanche photodiode and a ground node. A resistor is coupled between a high voltage input and the avalanche photodiode. The resistor is an integrated passive device (IPD) formed over the semiconductor die. A first terminal of the integrated capacitor is coupled to a ground voltage node. A second terminal of the integrated capacitor is coupled to a voltage greater than 20 volts. The integrated capacitor comprises a plurality of interdigitated fingers in one embodiment. In another embodiment, the integrated capacitor comprises a plurality of vertically aligned plates.

Abstract: A loss of signal circuit has a multiplexer and a photodiode coupled to a first input of the multiplexer. A reference signal generator is coupled to a second input of the multiplexer. An amplifier is coupled to an output of the multiplexer. A demultiplexer includes an input of the demultiplexer coupled to an output of the amplifier. A first capacitor is coupled to a first output of the demultiplexer. A second capacitor is coupled to a second output of the demultiplexer. A comparator has a first input coupled to the first output of the demultiplexer and a second input of the comparator is coupled to the second output of the demultiplexer.

Abstract: A loss of signal circuit has a multiplexer and a photodiode coupled to a first input of the multiplexer. A reference signal generator is coupled to a second input of the multiplexer. An amplifier is coupled to an output of the multiplexer. A demultiplexer includes an input of the demultiplexer coupled to an output of the amplifier. A first capacitor is coupled to a first output of the demultiplexer. A second capacitor is coupled to a second output of the demultiplexer. A comparator has a first input coupled to the first output of the demultiplexer and a second input of the comparator is coupled to the second output of the demultiplexer.

Abstract: A semiconductor device comprises a semiconductor die and an integrated capacitor formed over the semiconductor die. The integrated capacitor is configured to receive a high voltage signal. A transimpedance amplifier is formed in the semiconductor die. An avalanche photodiode is disposed over or adjacent to the semiconductor die. The integrated capacitor is coupled between the avalanche photodiode and a ground node. A resistor is coupled between a high voltage input and the avalanche photodiode. The resistor is an integrated passive device (IPD) formed over the semiconductor die. A first terminal of the integrated capacitor is coupled to a ground voltage node. A second terminal of the integrated capacitor is coupled to a voltage greater than 20 volts. The integrated capacitor comprises a plurality of interdigitated fingers in one embodiment. In another embodiment, the integrated capacitor comprises a plurality of vertically aligned plates.

Abstract: A method of selecting data, the method comprising, receiving data indicating a first requirement and identifying first records stored in a first database. The first records relate to first data subjects and the identification is based upon the first requirement. The first data subjects cannot be identified from the records of the first database. Second records are identified, the second records being stored in a second database and relating to the first data subjects. The first data subjects can be identified from the identified records of the second database. Each of the second records corresponds to a respective one of the first records, and the identification of the second records is based upon the first requirement.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an anode for an electrochemical cell, said anode comprising a lithium metal or lithium metal alloy, and a polymer coating deposited on the lithium metal or lithium metal alloy, wherein the polymer coating is doped with lithium ions and comprises a polyisocyanurate material.

Abstract: A fire alarm testing device including an electrical-switch assembly, and internal circuitry. The electrical-switch assembly includes a face-plate with the face-plate including two screw-holes, a control knob, two voltage/resistor measuring points, a plurality of electrical contacts, and two mounting screws. The internal circuitry is mechanically and electrically coupleable to the face-plate, and electrically communicable with a fire alarm system. The control knob also includes four rotatable positions including normal, open, ground, and short such that the fire alarm system is testable by rotating the knob. The electrical-switch assembly is rated for 0-40 volts direct current and is rated up to 350 milliamps and is rated up to 3.5 continuous current-amps. Preferably, electrical-switch assembly is water resistant sealed from dust and debris. Protective caps or plugs are installed where required to prevent foreign objects into the device.

Abstract: A method for charging a lithium-sulphur cell, said method comprising: monitoring the voltage, V, of a cell during charge as a function of time, t, or capacity, Q, determining, in a voltage region in which the cell transitions between the first stage and second stage of charge, the reference capacity, Qref, of the cell at which dV/dt or dV/dQ is at a maximum, terminating charge when the capacity of the cell reaches a.Qref, where a is 1.1 to 1.4.

Abstract: A cathode for a lithium-sulphur battery, said cathode comprising a particulate mixture deposited on a current collector, said particulate mixture comprising an admixture of (i) composite particles formed from a composite comprising electroactive sulphur material melt-bonded to electroconductive carbon material, and (ii) conductive carbon filler particles, wherein conductive carbon filler particles form 1 to 15 weight % of the total weight of the composite particles and conductive carbon filler particles.

Abstract: A method of selecting data, the method comprising, receiving data indicating a first requirement and identifying first records stored in a first database. The first records relate to first data subjects and the identification is based upon the first requirement. The first data subjects cannot be identified from the records of the first database. Second records are identified, the second records being stored in a second database and relating to the first data subjects. The first data subjects can be identified from the identified records of the second database. Each of the second records corresponds to a respective one of the first records, and the identification of the second records is based upon the first requirement.

Abstract: A method of selecting data, the method comprising, receiving data indicating a first requirement and identifying first records stored in a first database. The first records relate to first data subjects and the identification is based upon the first requirement. The first data subjects cannot be identified from the records of the first database. Second records are identified, the second records being stored in a second database and relating to the first data subjects. The first data subjects can be identified from the identified records of the second database. Each of the second records corresponds to a respective one of the first records, and the identification of the second records is based upon the first requirement.

Abstract: A method for charging a lithium-sulphur cell, said method comprising: monitoring the voltage, V, of a cell during charge as a function of time, t, or capacity, Q, determining, in a voltage region in which the cell transitions between the first stage and second stage of charge, the reference capacity, Qref, of the cell at which dV/dt or dV/dQ is at a maximum, terminating charge when the capacity of the cell reaches a.Qref, where a is 1.1 to 1.4.

Abstract: A method of selecting data, the method comprising, receiving data indicating a first requirement and identifying first records stored in a first database. The first records relate to first data subjects and the identification is based upon the first requirement. The first data subjects cannot be identified from the records of the first database. Second records are identified, the second records being stored in a second database and relating to the first data subjects. The first data subjects can be identified from the identified records of the second database. Each of the second records corresponds to a respective one of the first records, and the identification of the second records is based upon the first requirement.

Abstract: Apparatus for forming a multiplicity of thin wafers from at least two similar blocks, the apparatus comprising a supply reel (1) to supply wire, an upper pair (3a, 3b) and a lower pair (3c, 3d) of parallel spaced roller guides and a collection reel (4); a wire from the supply reel passes around successive grooves along the roller guides from near the supply reel to near the collection reel, so to form a four sided continuous web of wires along the length of the roller guides. Part way along the roller guides, the wire is diverted around at least two pulley wheels(5a, 5b) removing the wire from the web after it has passed over a roller guide at a predetermined point, and reintroducing the wire into the web via a subsequent roller guide at a point laterally displaced from the point at which it left the web, so that there is a gap in the web of wire which divides the web into two separate sections, and no cutting action can occur in that gap.

Abstract: A micro turbine (10) has a recuperator (20). During startup, an alternator (26) acts as a motor to turn the turbine rotor (32) and compressor rotor (34) of gas turbine (40). The speed of the gas turbine (40) and a fuel control valve (42) are controlled in order to prevent the rate of change of temperature at a gas turbine exhaust sensor (74) and/or a recuperator sensor (80) from exceeding a predetermined value in order to reduce thermal shock on the recuperator during startup. Controlled shutdown sequences are also provided.

Abstract: A rapier for use with a rapier loom has a drive member which is spaced laterally from the rapier but extends parallel to the rapier, the rapier and drive member being connected together by the butt end of the rapier, so that in use the drive member can pass underneath the shed and need not enter the shed with the rapier.