Abstract: An inductor in an integrated circuit comprises a conductive trace disposed over an insulating layer which overlies a semiconductor substrate of a first conductivity type and at least two deep wells of opposite conductivity type in the substrate underneath the track. In another embodiment, an inductor in an integrated circuit comprises a conductive trace disposed over an insulating layer which overlies a semiconductor substrate of a first conductivity type; a shallow trench isolation region formed in the substrate underneath the trace; and at least two deep wells of opposite conductivity type in the substrate underneath the shallow trench isolation region. The present invention also includes methods of manufacturing the aforementioned inductors.

Abstract: A sewing machine includes a thread tension adjusting device, and a thread tension releasing device. The thread tension adjusting device includes a thread press member formed with a release extension portion. The thread tension releasing device presses the release extension portion of the thread press member to pivot the thread press member so as to move the thread clamping portion of the thread press member. Thus, the thread tension releasing device directly presses the release extension portion of the thread press member, so as to release the tension of the sewing thread, so that the tension of the sewing thread can be released easily and rapidly.

Abstract: The invention generally relates to thermoplastic blends having improved properties. Optionally, these blends may be dynamically vulcanized. More specifically, this invention is directed to a composition comprising a blend of chloromethylated(styrene-isobutylene) polymer and a thermoplastic resin selected from the group consisting of polyamides, polyesters, polycarbonates, polysulfones, polyacetals, polyacetones, acrylonitrile-butadiene styrene resins, polyphenylene oxide, polyphenylene sulfide, styrene-acrylonitrile resins, styrene-maleic anhydride resins, polyamides, aromatic polyketones, ethylene vinyl alcohol polymer and mixtures thereof. Tires and tire components such as air permeation prevention films comprising these compositions are also provided.

Abstract: The invention generally relates to thermoplastic blends having improved properties. Optionally, these blends may be dynamically vulcanized. More specifically, this invention is directed to a composition comprising a blend of chloromethylated(styrene-isobutylene) polymer and a thermoplastic resin selected from the group consisting of polyamides, polyesters, polycarbonates, polysulfones, polyacetals, polyacetones, acrylonitrile-butadiene styrene resins, polyphenylene oxide, polyphenylene sulfide, styrene-acrylonitrile resins, styrene-maleic anhydride resins, polyamides, aromatic polyketones, ethylene vinyl alcohol polymer and mixtures thereof. Tires and tire components such as air permeation prevention films comprising these compositions are also provided.

Abstract: High-voltage-tolerant ESD protection devices (ESDPD) for deep-submicron CMOS process were activated between LDD implanting and forming sidewall spacers. ESD-Implant (ESDI) regions are located at the ESDPD, without covering the center region under the drain contact (DC). The ESDI LDD concentration and doping profile are deep to contain drain diffusion. Regions with the ESDI have a high junction breakdown voltage (JBV) and a low junction capacitance. After forming gate sidewall spacers, high doping concentration ions implanted into active D/S regions formed a shallower doping profile of the D/S diffusion. The drain has a JBV as without this ESDI, so the ESD current (ESDC) is discharged through the center junction region under the DC to bulk, far from the ESDPD surface channel region. The ESDPD sustains a high ESD level. In an original drain JBV of an MOS this ESDI method is unchanged, i.e.

Abstract: The invention provides a thermoplastic composition of C4-C7 isoolefin copolymers including halomethylstyrene derived units blended with a hindered amine or phosphine of the structure R1 R2 R3 N or R1 R2 R3 P wherein R1, R2 and R3 are preferably lower and higher alkyl groups. The resulting ionically associated, amino or phosphine modified elastomers are used to prepare thermoplastic elastomer blend compositions, including dynamically vulcanized compositions, containing more finely dispersed elastomers which results in compositions having improved mechanical properties.

Abstract: A method of cleaning and maintenance used for a rotational etching tool, combining the physical characteristics of water (splashed off after striking the surface of a spinning wafer) and a PM (preventive maintenance) computer program, can automatically and quickly clean the interior of the etching tool. By setting the appropriate parameters of PM program, single or all of process chambers can be well cleaned. Also, the DI water dropping positions on the wafer can be altered to create more splashing angles. To clean the sidewalls of the etching chambers, the wafer supporting means is moved between the process chamber and the rotating speed thereof is preferably alter while it is moving. The PM program of the present invention can be executed whenever the cleaning job needs to be done. It not only is timesaving and easy to apply, but also keeps the wafer in a almost-no-particle environment while being etched.

Abstract: A sewing machine includes a thread tension adjusting device, and a thread tension releasing device. The thread tension adjusting device includes a thread press member formed with a release extension portion. The thread tension releasing device presses the release extension portion of the thread press member to pivot the thread press member so as to move the thread clamping portion of the thread press member. Thus, the thread tension releasing device directly presses the release extension portion of the thread press member, so as to release the tension of the sewing thread, so that the tension of the sewing thread can be released easily and rapidly.

Abstract: This invention provides a process for producing a radioactive arsenic-containing compound, comprising the steps of: (i) subjecting an arsenic-containing compound to a neutron irradiation treatment, said arsenic-containing compound being selected from a group consisting of As2O3, As2S3, AS2S2, and a combination thereof, such that the arsenic element contained in the arsenic-containing compound is converted to a radioactive arsenic isotope; and (ii) recovering the resultant product from step (i).

Abstract: The present invention relates to an organic light emitting diode (OLED) device, comprising an anode disposed on a substrate, an organic EL layer disposed on the anode and a cathode disposed on the organic EL layer.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical containers containing at least one shaped component serving as a sealing barrier such as closure, stopper or plunger, for the contents of the container are disclosed. Such sealing barriers are made from elastomeric compositions containing a silylated copolymer of isobutylene/isoprene (butyl rubber) and para-methylstyrene which are curable by contact with moisture.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for increasing the viscosity of halogenated (brominated) elastomeric copolymers of a C4 to C7 isomonoolefin (isobutylene) and a para-alkylstryrene (p-methylstyrene) by mixing the copolymer with a silica or clay particulate filler which has been contacted with an aminosilane containing at least one C1 to C4 alkoxy group and at least one primary, secondary or tertiary amine group. The resulting elastomer compositions are used to prepare thermoplastic elastomer blend compositions, containing more finely dispersed elastomers which results in compositions having improved mechanical properties.

Abstract: A sewing machine includes a hook having a distal end formed with a thread hooking portion, and a thread hooking device mounted on the thread hooking portion of the hook. Thus, the thread hooking device includes a plurality of thread guide portions provided on the bottom of the thread hooking portion to draw a plurality of sewing threads of different patterns and colors, thereby enhancing the diversity of the sewing threads so as to satisfy the user's different requirements. In addition, the sewing threads can be introduced into the thread hooking portion rapidly and conveniently, thereby facilitating operation and replacement of the sewing threads.

Abstract: An ESD protection component with a deep-N-well structure in CMOS technology and the relevant circuit designs are proposed in this invention. The ESD protection component comprises a lateral silicon controlled rectifier (SCR) and a deep N-well. The SCR comprises a P-type layer, an N-type layer, a first N-well and a first P-well. The P-type layer is used as an anode of the SCR; the N-type layer is used as a cathode of the SCR; the first N-well is located between the P-type layer and the N-type layer and is contacted with the P-type layer; and the first P-well is contacted to the first N-well and the N-type layer. The deep N-well is located between the first P-well and the P-substrate, and is used to isolate the electric connection between the P-substrate and the first P-well. A plurality of these ESD protection components arbitrarily connected in series increases the total holding voltage of ESD protection circuit, thus preventing occurrences of latch-up.

Abstract: An optical sub-assembly (OSA) module for suppressing optical back-reflection and effectively guiding light from a light source to an optical waveguide is disclosed. The module comprises a light source for emitting light to said optical waveguide and at least one light transmitting element installed between said light source and said optical waveguide. The at least one light transmitting element is arranged to have a configuration for avoiding light to reflect back to the light source and to cause a light beam from said light source to point to said core of said optical waveguide. Thereby, the working distance is increased, and the assembling process of the OSA module is simplified. This new optical design scheme will greatly improve the optical characteristics of an OSA module, increase the optical transceiver propagation distance, and reduce the difficulty of OSA assembly process.

Abstract: An organic electroluminescent device comprises an anode disposed on a substrate, an organic electroluminescent layer disposed on the anode and a cathode disposed on the organic electroluminescent layer, wherein the organic electroluminescent layer comprises a compound represented by the formula (1) below.

Abstract: Protective liners or coatings for metal conduits, pipes and tanks subjected to corrosive liquids are disclosed. The liners comprise a composition containing a silylated copolymer of, for example, isobutylene and para-methylstyrene, which are curable by contact with moisture.

Abstract: A fluid dynamic bearing module for cooling fans connects the fixed part and the rotating part of a cooling fan and provides lubrication and support when the rotating part rotates relative to the fixed part. In the design of the invention the fluid dynamic bearing is a module that utilizes a bearing seat, a wear-resistant element and an anti-lift element to make the bearing module leak-proof, lift-proof, wear-resistant and able to create a balance of the lubricant and air.

Abstract: A folded dual-band monopole antenna apparatus is disclosed, which includes a radiation body, a transmission line and a conductor. The radiation body resonates at a first and a second operating frequency. The radiation body connects the transmission line by way of the conductor. The radiation body includes a first side and a corresponding second side, and slits are set alternately on the first side and the second side to make the radiation body to be a meandered structure. The radiation body is folded along an extended direction of the slits to form a pillar structure for size miniaturization. The radiation body can cover a surface of a pillar dielectric material structure by printing technology for further size miniaturization and improving the strength of the radiation body.

Abstract: The improved green strength, green elongation, and green relaxation properties of isobutylene-based elastomers at elevated temperatures along with improved aging and barrier properties are achieved by blending semi-compatible, semi-crystalline copolymers with the isobutylene elastomers. The semi-crystalline copolymers are typically copolymers of ethylene and an alpha-olefin having from 4 to 16 carbon atoms. The improved properties are maintained in subsequent rubber compounds containing said blends and are particularly useful in tire and pharmaceutical container applications.