Abstract: Disclosed herein are quantum dot devices, as well as related computing devices and methods. For example, in some embodiments, a quantum dot device may include: a quantum well stack; a first gate above the quantum well stack, wherein the first gate includes a first gate metal and a first gate dielectric; and a second gate above the quantum well stack, wherein the second gate includes a second gate metal and a second gate dielectric, and the first gate is at least partially between a portion of the second gate and the quantum well stack.

Abstract: A method for pairing elements of a first set of elements {x(i)} with elements from a second set of elements {y(j)} subject to a plurality of pairing restrictions. In accordance with one embodiment of the method, for each of a plurality of iterations of the method, or until a set of pairings is found that satisfies the plurality of pairing restrictions, a random set of pairings between elements of the second set of elements and elements of the second set of elements is selected. The set of mismatched pairings is identified and, if the number of pairings in the set of mismatched pairings is not greater than a maximum number, pairings in the set of mismatched pairings are interchanged. If the number of pairings in the set of mismatched pairings is greater than one, each mismatched pairing is swapped with another pairing if the resulting pairings satisfy the plurality of pairing restrictions.

Abstract: An improved reusable blister package is provided which consists of a base member, a top member and a label sheet. The top member mateably engages the opening of the base member. The label sheet seals the package shut after manufacture and prior to purchase. The package is opened by pulling the label sheet and the top member out and away from the base member thereby tearing the label sheet along the upper and side portions of the top member. The label sheet located along the lower end of the top member remains untorn and provides a hinge mechanism connecting the lower end of the top member to the lower end of peripheral flange of the base member. The improved package provides an outwardly facing label sheet that is entirely available for graphic presentations of logos and other product indicia.

Abstract: A structural glass unit comprises a multi-ply glass assembly, for example a glass laminate or a sealed double glazing unit, which may be part of a roof structure. The glass assembly has a stepped configuration at a location where the assembly is secured to a supporting member, by a clamp which is clamped to one glass sheet only of the glass assemby.

Abstract: A pre-ignition lubricating system for an internal combustion engine includes an auxiliary oil pump that is activated in response to the driver's door of a vehicle being opened. A timer circuit insures adequate pre-lubrication after the driver's door is closed.

Abstract: A structural glass unit comprises a multi-ply glass assembly, for example a glass laminate or a sealed double glazing unit, which may be part of a roof structure. The glass assembly has a stepped configuration at a location where the assembly is secured to a supporting member by a clamp which is clamped to one glass sheet only of the glass assembly.