Abstract: Various embodiments of the present invention are generally directed to an apparatus and associated method for updating data in a non-volatile memory array. In accordance with some embodiments, a memory block is formed with a plurality of types of memory cell sectors arranged in data pages of a first type and log pages of a second type that can be updated in-place. A first updated sector is written to a first log page while maintaining an outdated sector in an original data page, and overwritten with a second updated sector.

Abstract: A signal transmitting method includes: performing amplitude modulation respectively on n binary codes that represent information to be transmitted so as to obtain n coded amplitude modulation signals sequentially arranged, wherein n is an integer greater than 1; and continuously transmitting the n coded amplitude modulation signals which are sequentially arranged. The coded amplitude modulation signals, sequence numbers of which are odd, are transmitted at a preset first frequency, and the coded amplitude modulation signals, sequence numbers of which are even, are transmitted at a preset second frequency, whereby fault-tolerant time between coded amplitude modulation signals is saved, transmission time of the same number of coded amplitude modulation signals is reduced, and time required by a screen for completing detection on the coded amplitude modulation signals is reduced, thereby promoting a report rate and improving the anti-interference ability of the screen.

Abstract: A device for preventing cables against external damage based on sound source localization comprises a power supply unit, and a sound source sensor unit, a camera unit, a signal processing unit and a wireless communication unit which are electrically connected to the power supply unit. The signal processing unit is connected to the sound source sensor unit, the camera unit and the wireless communication unit. The camera unit is associated with the sound source sensor unit. When the sound source sensor unit recognizes a target signal, the signal processing unit sends a trigger signal to the camera unit, and then the camera unit is triggered to replay a surveillance video to determine whether or not a target really exists. Compared with the prior art, the device has the advantages of being good in safety, high in reliability and the like.

Abstract: A fingerprint identification method includes controlling a fingerprint acquiring device to receive fingerprint input by a touching operation from a user, and then determining whether certain fingerprint characteristics are also in evidence as predetermined conditions. User behavior characteristics as to finger pressure, pressing area, time spent in generating characteristic fingerprint, and finger temperature gradient are recorded and stored as parameters, and current user behavior characteristic are compared to the stored threshold characteristics. The user is verified when the current user fingerprint matches or equates to a threshold characteristic.

Abstract: A fingerprint padlock comprises a lock case, a lock rope, a locking unit, a lock detecting unit, and a fingerprint unit. The locking unit, a lock detecting unit, and a fingerprint unit are enclosed in the lock case. A lock hole is provided in the lock case. The lock rope comprises a fixed end that is fixed in the lock case and a movable end configured to be inserted into the lock hole. The locking unit is configured to lock and unlock the movable end, and the lock detecting unit is configured to detect whether the movable end is inserted into the lock hole. The fingerprint unit is configured to detect whether the fingerprint of a user is matched and send an unlocking instruction to the locking unit when the fingerprint of the user is matched. The fingerprint padlock is convenient to carry and use.

Abstract: A padlock comprises a bolt unit having a stopper, a brake unit being moveable up-and-down, and a drive unit for driving the movement of the brake unit. The drive unit includes a drive motor and a driving cap fixedly sleeved on a drive lever. The driving cap includes a lug boss. The brake unit includes a first spring fixedly connected to a tumbler. The spacing of the coils of the first spring matches the lug boss such that the lug boss can move inside or outside of a threaded gap thereof. After the padlock is locked or unlocked, even if the drive lever continues to rotate, the lug boss just moves out of the first spring and may not drive the first spring to move up or down. Thus, the tumbler stops moving up or down and will not generate a pressure on the internal structure of the padlock.

Abstract: A two-dimensional accessible non-volatile memory apparatus includes an array comprising a plurality of non-volatile memory cells, the array being a crossbar-based non-volatile memory structure, the memory cells being arranged in a plurality of rows and a plurality of columns. The apparatus further includes row read/write circuitry coupled to the array and structured and configured to provide read and write access to the memory cells in any one of the rows on an individual row basis, and column read/write circuitry coupled to the array and structured and configured to provide read and write access to the memory cells in any one of the columns on an individual column basis.

Abstract: A signal transmitting method includes: performing amplitude modulation respectively on n binary codes that represent information to be transmitted so as to obtain n coded amplitude modulation signals sequentially arranged, wherein n is an integer greater than 1; and continuously transmitting the n coded amplitude modulation signals which are sequentially arranged. The coded amplitude modulation signals, sequence numbers of which are odd, are transmitted at a preset first frequency, and the coded amplitude modulation signals, sequence numbers of which are even, are transmitted at a preset second frequency, whereby fault-tolerant time between coded amplitude modulation signals is saved, transmission time of the same number of coded amplitude modulation signals is reduced, and time required by a screen for completing detection on the coded amplitude modulation signals is reduced, thereby promoting a report rate and improving the anti-interference ability of the screen.

Abstract: A cable connector assembly includes: an insulative housing; a printed circuit board (PCB) received in the insulative housing, the PCB having an upper surface; an electrical connector electrically connected with the PCB; a cable; a light member mounted on the PCB; a light guide member mounted on the PCB; and a shading member covered on the light guide member; wherein the electrical connector includes plural conductive terminals and plural fixing fingers fixed on the PCB, the PCB includes plural conductive pads exposed on the upper surface of the PCB and fixed with the conductive terminals and plural mounting holes on the upper surface of the PCB and matched with the fixing fingers.

Abstract: A recording head includes a near-field transducer configured to heat one or more portions of a magnetic storage layer to generate a thermal profile in the magnetic storage layer. The recording head includes a write pole configured to generate a magnetization pattern, in the magnetic storage layer, that overlaps with the thermal profile in the magnetic storage layer. The write pole includes a non-uniform surface that faces the magnetic storage layer, the non-uniform surface configured to cause a portion of the magnetization pattern to be approximately linear.

Abstract: A cable connector assembly includes: an insulative housing; a printed circuit board (PCB) received in the insulative housing, the PCB having an upper surface; an electrical connector electrically connected with the PCB; a cable; a light member mounted on the PCB; a light guide member mounted on the PCB; and a shading member covered on the light guide member; wherein the electrical connector includes plural conductive terminals and plural fixing fingers fixed on the PCB, the PCB includes plural conductive pads exposed on the upper surface of the PCB and fixed with the conductive terminals and plural mounting holes on the upper surface of the PCB and matched with the fixing fingers.

Abstract: A light-emitting structure includes a base, a light-emitting assembly arranged on the base, a cover configured to be covered over the light-emitting assembly, and a coupling member configured to couple the cover to the base. The light-emitting assembly emits light onto a workpiece to be inspected by an image inspection device. The light-emitting assembly is circular, and a lens of the image inspection device is rotationally coupled to the base.

Abstract: A parallel platform tracking control apparatus and method using a visual device as a sensor are disclosed. The apparatus comprises a parallel platform body, a CCD camera (11), a lens (6), a camera light source (9), a computer (11), a Dspace semi-physical simulation controller, an ultrasonic motor driver and the like. The parallel platform comprises an ultrasonic linear motor (1), a linear grating encoder (5), a driven rod (2), a moving platform (3), a stationary platform (4) and the like. The CCD camera photographs the moving platform in a perpendicular and opposite manner, and the photographed images are subjected to an image processing algorithm to measure the position of the corresponding marker on the moving platform, which is not only applicable to measurement, but also implements real-time feedback of the termination position of the moving platform, such that a full closed-loop system is constituted. In this way, the parallel platform is precisely positioned.

Abstract: A parallel platform tracking control apparatus and method using a visual device as a sensor are disclosed. The apparatus comprises a parallel platform body, a CCD camera (11), a lens (6), a camera light source (9), a computer (11), a Dspace semi-physical simulation controller, an ultrasonic motor driver and the like. The parallel platform comprises an ultrasonic linear motor (1), a linear grating encoder (5), a driven rod (2), a moving platform (3), a stationary platform (4) and the like. The CCD camera photographs the moving platform in a perpendicular and opposite manner, and the photographed images are subjected to an image processing algorithm to measure the position of the corresponding marker on the moving platform, which is not only applicable to measurement, but also implements real-time feedback of the termination position of the moving platform, such that a full closed-loop system is constituted. In this way, the parallel platform is precisely positioned.

Abstract: A recording head includes a near-field transducer configured to heat one or more portions of a magnetic storage layer to generate a thermal profile in the magnetic storage layer. The recording head includes a write pole configured to generate a magnetization pattern, in the magnetic storage layer, that overlaps with the thermal profile in the magnetic storage layer. The write pole includes a non-uniform surface that faces the magnetic storage layer, the non-uniform surface configured to cause a portion of the magnetization pattern to be approximately linear.

Abstract: A fingerprint identification method includes controlling a fingerprint acquiring device to receive fingerprint input by a touching operation from a user, and then determining whether certain fingerprint characteristics are also in evidence as predetermined conditions. User behavior characteristics as to finger pressure, pressing area, time spent in generating characteristic fingerprint, and finger temperature gradient are recorded and stored as parameters, and current user behavior characteristic are compared to the stored threshold characteristics. The user is verified when the current user fingerprint matches or equates to a threshold characteristic.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for performing close-loop programming of resistive memory devices in crossbar array based hardware circuits and systems. Invention provides iterative training of memristor crossbar arrays for neural networks by applying voltages corresponding to selected training patterns. Error is detected and measured as a function of the actual response to the training patterns versus the expected response to the training pattern.

Abstract: A light-emitting structure includes two outer shells configured to be joined together to cooperatively define a receiving space therein, a connecting assembly configured to join the two outer shells together, and two light-emitting assemblies coupled to the connecting assembly and configured to emit light inside the receiving space. The two outer shells define a number of viewing holes therein for viewing inside the receiving space. The light-emitting assemblies shine light from a number of different angles inside the receiving space.