Abstract: In the invention described, magnetic field characteristics of randomly placed magnetized particles are exploited by using the magnetic field fluctuations produced by the particles as measured by a sensor. The magnetized particles generate a complex magnetic field near the surface of an integrated circuit chip that can be used as a “fingerprint.” The positioning and orientation of the magnetized particles is an uncontrolled process, and thus the interaction between the sensor and the particles is complex. The randomness of the magnetic field magnitude and direction near the surface of the material containing the magnetic particles can be used to obtain a unique identifier for an item such as an integrated circuit chip carrying the PUF.

Abstract: The application belongs to the technical field of automobile plated part, and in particular relates to an automobile, an automobile plated part, an automobile plated part mold and a manufacturing method thereof. The method for manufacturing automobile plated part mold comprises the steps of: establishing a first simulation model of the automobile plated part mold based on a set shape of the substrate of the automobile plated part; using the first simulation model to simulate injection process of the substrate to obtain a first simulation substrate; performing at least one modification processing on the first simulation model, so that a second simulation model thus obtained satisfies the following requirements: using the second simulation model to simulate the injection process of the substrate to obtain a second simulation substrate conforming to the set shape; manufacturing the automobile plated mold according to the second simulation model.

Abstract: In the invention described, magnetic field characteristics of randomly placed magnetized particles are exploited by using the magnetic field fluctuations produced by the particles as measured by a sensor. The magnetized particles generate a complex magnetic field near the surface of an integrated circuit chip on a bank card or identification card that can be used as a “fingerprint.” The positioning and orientation of the magnetized particles is an uncontrolled process, and thus the interaction between the sensor and the particles is complex. The randomness of the magnetic field magnitude and direction near the surface of the material containing the magnetic particles can be used to obtain a unique identifier for an item such as an integrated circuit chip on a bank card or identification card carrying the PUF.

Abstract: In the invention described, magnetic field characteristics of randomly placed magnetized particles are exploited by using the magnetic field fluctuations produced by the particles as measured by a sensor. The magnetized particles generate a complex magnetic field near the surface of an integrated circuit chip on a bank card or identification card that can be used as a “fingerprint.” The positioning and orientation of the magnetized particles is an uncontrolled process, and thus the interaction between the sensor and the particles is complex. The randomness of the magnetic field magnitude and direction near the surface of the material containing the magnetic particles can be used to obtain a unique identifier for an item such as an integrated circuit chip on a bank card or identification card carrying the PUF.

Abstract: In the invention described, magnetic field characteristics of randomly placed magnetized particles are exploited by using the magnetic field fluctuations produced by the particles as measured by a sensor. The magnetized particles generate a complex magnetic field near the surface of an integrated circuit chip that can be used as a “fingerprint.” The positioning and orientation of the magnetized particles is an uncontrolled process, and thus the interaction between the sensor and the particles is complex. The randomness of the magnetic field magnitude and direction near the surface of the material containing the magnetic particles can be used to obtain a unique identifier for an item such as an integrated circuit chip carrying the PUF.

Abstract: A support for a fishing pole extends laterally from a longitudinal axis of the fishing pole when the fishing pole is oriented with the reel vertically above or below the fishing pole and a rotational axis of the reel oriented horizontally. The support has an armrest portion configured to contact the arm of a user holding the fishing pole at a spaced location from the fishing pole. In some configurations, the support comprises a frame and the armrest portion comprises a flexible portion having an unsupported portion extending between spaced-apart portions of the frame. In some configurations, the support provides improved access to a hand grip portion of the fishing pole located axially forward of the reel.

Abstract: The application belongs to the technical field of automobile plated part, and in particular relates to an automobile, an automobile plated part, an automobile plated part mold and a manufacturing method thereof. The method for manufacturing automobile plated part mold comprises the steps of: establishing a first simulation model of the automobile plated part mold based on a set shape of the substrate of the automobile plated part; using the first simulation model to simulate injection process of the substrate to obtain a first simulation substrate; performing at least one modification processing on the first simulation model, so that a second simulation model thus obtained satisfies the following requirements: using the second simulation model to simulate the injection process of the substrate to obtain a second simulation substrate conforming to the set shape; manufacturing the automobile plated mold according to the second simulation model.

Abstract: A method for scheduling the order of analysis of multiple samples in a combinational clinical analyzer performing a plurality of different analytical tests, includes the steps of: loading multiple samples in random order into a combinational clinical analyzer; defining the test requirements of the multiple samples; transferring said test requirements to a flexible scheduling algorithm; and generating a schedule specifying the start times of each required test for each of said multiple samples that minimizes or maximizes a predefined objective function. In a preferred embodiment, the objective function is the makespan or weighted makespan.

Abstract: A holding device used to temporarily hold a container of popcorn in an upright position using a nearby beverage cup holder. The holding device includes a planar main body with a forward extending, transversely aligned curb with a planar receiving space formed below the curb. Formed on the receiving space is a line of raised teeth separated by indentations and at least one spike. Mounted on the main body is a biased, pivoting clip with a lower serrated edge that forcibly presses into the indentations formed between the raised teeth on the receiving space. Located on the rear surface of the main body is a downward extending beverage cup edge engaging structure. Attached to the main body or the cup edge engaging structure is a handle. During use, the serrated edge on the clip is forced against the edge of the popcorn container to prevent its dislodgement.

Abstract: A method for scheduling the order of analysis of multiple samples in a combinational clinical analyzer performing a plurality of different analytical tests, includes the steps of: loading multiple samples in random order into a combinational clinical analyzer; defining the test requirements of the multiple samples; transferring said test requirements to a flexible scheduling algorithm; and generating a schedule specifying the start times of each required test for each of said multiple samples that minimizes or maximizes a predefined objective function. In a preferred embodiment, the objective function is the makespan or weighted makespan.

Abstract: A toner patch sensor for use in an image forming device may be operated in different modes according to the color of the patch being sensed. The toner patch sensor may include a detector and a source adapted to transmit light that is reflected off a toner patch and towards the detector. The detected light may be specular and/or diffuse. A controller may selectively change the amount of one or both of the specular and diffuse light received by the detector. The source may include separate emitters for the specular and diffuse light, with the controller selectably turning off one of the emitters or selectably adjusting a ratio of illumination power between the emitters. Alternatively, the source may include a single emitter and an optical element to split light between specular light and diffuse light. Diffuse light may be blocked when sensing black toner patches.

Abstract: The white vector—the voltage difference between white areas of a latent image on a photoconductive unit and a developer roller—may be independently adjusted at each photoconductive unit, allowing multiple image forming units to be driven from a shared power supply. The photoconductive unit is charged to a high voltage level relative to the developer roller, and selectively optically discharged to the desired white vector by a first laser source. The voltage of the discharged area may be measured, or may be calculated by increasing the developer roller voltage a predetermined amount, discharging the photoconductive unit until toner is sensed in white image areas, and then reducing the developer roller voltage. The white areas are discharged using a different light source, such as a laser, LED or electroluminescent source. A second laser may be of a different wavelength than a writing laser.

Abstract: The disclosed methods and devices relate to tools for on-site and customizable evaluation of the performance of clinical diagnostic analyzers or automation systems by executing a portable simulation program utilizing actual data from a site of interest. The portable simulation program consists of an Intelligent LIS pre-processor, implementation of a simulation model, and analytical and graphical means to determine and present the performance metrics. This permits a realistic evaluation of the clinical diagnostic analyzers before installing the equipment, thus aiding in making decisions including a decision to buy or appropriately configure clinical diagnostic analyzer. The analysis also allows customers to modify the laboratory setup, improve delivery schedules, with better sample scheduling and storage, and in adding equipment.

Abstract: A toner patch sensor for use in an image forming device may be operated in different modes according to the color of the patch being sensed. The toner patch sensor may include a detector and a source adapted to transmit light that is reflected off a toner patch and towards the detector. The detected light may be specular and/or diffuse. A controller may selectively change the amount of one or both of the specular and diffuse light received by the detector. The source may include separate emitters for the specular and diffuse light, with the controller selectably turning off one of the emitters or selectably adjusting a ratio of illumination power between the emitters. Alternatively, the source may include a single emitter and an optical element to split light between specular light and diffuse light. Diffuse light may be blocked when sensing black toner patches.

Abstract: A method for scheduling the order of analysis of multiple samples in a combinational clinical analyzer performing a plurality of different analytical tests, includes the steps of: loading multiple samples in random order into a combinational clinical analyzer; defining the test requirements of the multiple samples; transferring said test requirements to a flexible scheduling algorithm; and generating a schedule specifying the start times of each required test for each of said multiple samples that minimizes or maximizes a predefined objective function. In a preferred embodiment, the objective function is the makespan or weighted makespan.

Abstract: A method for metering samples located in a metering zone of a diagnostic analyzer includes: providing samples located within the metering zone on the analyzer; providing a metering system having a robotic arm which is extendable from a linearly translatable pivot. The arm accesses multiple sample points in the metering zone. The robotic arm is moved to position a metering probe located on the end of the arm distal from the pivot point over the sample. The probe moves vertically relative to the sample in the direction of the sample and aspirates the sample. A metering system for a diagnostic analyzer includes: a truck mounted on a guide rail, said truck linearly movable along the guide rail; a robotic arm pivotably attached and extending away from the truck, the robotic arm being rotatable in a plane that is horizontal and parallel to the line of linear motion of the truck; a metering head having a probe thereon for aspirating and dispensing a liquid, the metering head is attached to the robotic arm.

Abstract: A radiation cured coating may be applied to a device in an image forming apparatus. The coating may be textured using an embossing method wherein radiation is passed through an embossing device to react a chemical component of the coating. The coating may also be textured by providing multiple coating layers exhibiting differential shrinkage upon exposure to radiation and reacting.

Abstract: The white vector—the voltage difference between white areas of a latent image on a photoconductive unit and a developer roller—may be independently adjusted at each photoconductive unit, allowing multiple image forming units to be driven from a shared power supply. The photoconductive unit is charged to a high voltage level relative to the developer roller, and selectively optically discharged to the desired white vector by a first laser source. The voltage of the discharged area may be measured, or may be calculated by increasing the developer roller voltage a predetermined amount, discharging the photoconductive unit until toner is sensed in white image areas, and then reducing the developer roller voltage. The white areas are discharged using a different light source, such as a laser, LED or electroluminescent source. A second laser may be of a different wavelength than a writing laser.

Abstract: The white vector—the voltage difference between white areas of a latent image on a photoconductive unit and a developer roller—may be independently adjusted at each photoconductive unit, allowing multiple image forming units to be driven from a shared power supply. The photoconductive unit is charged to a high voltage level relative to the developer roller, and selectively optically discharged to the desired white vector. The voltage of the discharged area may be measured, or may be calculated by increasing the developer roller voltage a predetermined amount, discharging the photoconductive unit until toner is sensed in white image areas, and then reducing the developer roller voltage. The white areas may be discharged using a lower optical power from the writing light source or a different light source, such as a laser, LED or electroluminescent source. A second laser may be of a different wavelength than a writing laser.

Abstract: The white vector—the voltage difference between white areas of a latent image on a photoconductive unit and a developer roller—may be independently adjusted at each photoconductive unit, allowing multiple image forming units to be driven from a shared power supply. The photoconductive unit is charged to a high voltage level relative to the developer roller, and selectively optically discharged to the desired white vector. The voltage of the discharged area may be measured, or may be calculated by increasing the developer roller voltage a predetermined amount, discharging the photoconductive unit until toner is sensed in white image areas, and then reducing the developer roller voltage. The white areas may be discharged using a lower optical power from the writing light source or a different light source, such as a laser, LED or electroluminescent source. A second laser may be of a different wavelength than a writing laser.