Abstract: Embodiments include methods of depositing and controlling the deposition of a film in multiple stages. The disclosed deposition and deposition control methods include the optical monitoring of a deposition matrix to determine a time when at least one transition point occurs. In certain embodiments, the transition point or transition points are a stoichiometry point. Methods may also include controlling the length of time in which material is deposited during a deposition stage or controlling the amount of the first, second or subsequent materials deposited during any deposition stage in response to a determination of the time when a selected transition point occurs.

Abstract: Embodiments include methods of depositing and controlling the deposition of a film in multiple stages. The disclosed deposition and deposition control methods include the optical monitoring of a deposition matrix to determine a time when at least one transition point occurs. In certain embodiments, the transition point or transition points are a stoichiometry point. Methods may also include controlling the length of time in which material is deposited during a deposition stage or controlling the amount of the first, second or subsequent materials deposited during any deposition stage in response to a determination of the time when a selected transition point occurs.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a pulse oximetry system for the determination of a physiological parameter capable of removing motion artifacts from physiological signals comprises a hardware subsystem and a software subsystem. The software subsystem is used in conjunction with the hardware subsystem to perform a method for removing a plurality of motion artifacts from the photo-plethysmographic data and for obtaining a measure of at least one physiological parameter from the data.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a system for monitoring a region of a person to determine a plurality of physiological characteristics, including blood oxygenation levels, blood gases, respiratory rates, and pulse rates. The monitored region includes at least a portion of a dermal layer extending over anywhere on the chin, including at least one of the subject's mandible, symphysis, mental protuberance, or incisive fossa. The system comprises a sensor having at least one light emitting source and at least one detector. Preferably, the sensor is positioned on the region being monitored and is secured to the region being monitored by a securing means. Optionally, the securing means comprises a strap that is adjustable and in physical communication with the housing. In one embodiment, the strap is attached to an apparatus and the apparatus is capable of being secured to a head of the subject.