Abstract: In certain embodiments, a method includes depositing a photoresist layer over a semiconductor wafer to be patterned by photolithography, the photoresist layer having a first height, and exposing the photoresist layer to a pattern of actinic radiation to form exposed regions and non-exposed regions of the photoresist layer. The method further includes depositing an agent-containing layer over the photoresist layer and executing a post-exposure bake of the semiconductor wafer. The post-exposure bake modifies portions of the photoresist layer to form soluble portions of the photoresist layer for development. The soluble portions of the photoresist layer include the exposed regions and top portions of the non-exposed regions. The method further includes developing the photoresist layer to remove selectively the soluble portions, remaining portions of the non-exposed regions forming patterned structures of the semiconductor wafer and having a second height that is less than the first height.

Abstract: A pet grooming tool formed with an elongated handle extending generally along a longitudinal axis thereof. A blade assembly pivotably connected to the guiding portions and formed with a blade and connecting arms extending outwardly on both sides of the blade. A pivotal arrangement provides pivotal motion of the blade assembly relative the handle. Upon pivotal motion of the connecting arms within the pivotal arrangement, while the connecting arms movably engage the guiding portions, the generated forces acting against ends of the arms act to return the connecting arms and the blade to their initial position along a longitudinal axis of the device.

Abstract: A method is provided for removing hair from a furry pet by a grooming tool. The tool is formed with an elongate handle portion having a neck area. A blade guiding portion is positioned at the neck area and a blade assembly is pivotably connected to the blade guiding portion. The blade assembly consists of a blade with a front part having a set of teeth. The method comprising the steps of placing the blade in engagement with the pet, so that the front part with the teeth is positioned at an acute angle to the coat; and maintaining engagement of the blade with the pet to cause the blade to glide over a contour of the pet's body to engage and pull out hair from the pet.