Abstract: Apparatus and methods for automatically removing customer data of a mobile device are disclosed according to various embodiments. In one example, a disclosed method comprises: detecting a mobile device connected to a slot; automatically determining whether the mobile device is valid based on data in a file system; upon determining that the mobile device is valid, automatically determining an operating system managing the mobile device; and automatically removing customer data of the mobile device based on the operating system.

Abstract: A method of detecting a blemish in a digital camera includes capturing a digital image of a white area by the digital camera; reducing resolution of the digital image by grouping pixels of the digital data into a matrix of a plurality of data blocks; and comparing a luminance value of each of the plurality of data blocks to an average luminance value of other data blocks of the plurality of data blocks within a predetermined region to determine if each of the plurality of data blocks is a potentially bad data block.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for automatically testing mobile devices are disclosed according to various embodiments. In one example, a disclosed apparatus includes: a robot having a retention device into which the mobile device to be tested is positioned; a test computer having a processor and a non-transitory computer readable storage medium storing test software for testing the mobile device; and a user monitor electrically connected to the test computer and configured for providing a result of the testing of the mobile device. The mobile device is wirelessly connected to the test computer and has a test application installed thereon corresponding to the test software. The robot is configured for performing interaction and manipulation of the mobile device in cooperation with the test application and the test software during the testing.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for automatically removing customer data of a mobile device are disclosed according to various embodiments. In one example, a disclosed method comprises: detecting a mobile device connected to a slot; automatically determining whether the mobile device is valid based on data in a file system; upon determining that the mobile device is valid, automatically determining an operating system managing the mobile device; and automatically removing customer data of the mobile device based on the operating system.

Abstract: A method of detecting a defect in an electronic display includes taking a digital image of the electronic display; and electronically determining if an area of the electronic display is defective based on data of the digital image.

Abstract: A system to calibrate a camera of a mobile device includes a fixture configured to hold the mobile device with the camera and a display of the mobile device exposed to an outside of the fixture; and a moving mechanism to move the fixture.

Abstract: Methods to remove data from a mobile device, such as a smartphone, a smart watch, a tablet, or the like include stepwise verification of operation of hardware components of the mobile device prior to using a software tool to erase the data from the mobile device.

Abstract: A method of detecting a blemish in a digital camera includes capturing a digital image of a white area by the digital camera; reducing resolution of the digital image by grouping pixels of the digital data into a matrix of a plurality of data blocks; and comparing a luminance value of each of the plurality of data blocks to an average luminance value of other data blocks of the plurality of data blocks within a predetermined region to determine if each of the plurality of data blocks is a potentially bad data block.

Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for grading user devices (e.g., mobile devices, smartphones, IoT devices, electronic devices, etc.). Image data associated with one or more portions of a user device may be determined as the user device traverses a conveyor system. The image data may be analyzed and a graphical depiction of regions of the user device where defects are present may be generated to rank, score, and/or grade the user device and/or portions of the user device.

Abstract: Synthetic paper that includes at least one resin layer formed from a composition including a polymeric resin and a low aspect ratio filler, a tear additive, or both. The present invention also relates to methods for making the synthetic paper. The synthetic paper has the texture and appearance of tissue paper.

Abstract: A device comprises a substrate (22); a first MiM capacitor (10,20,11) disposed over the substrate; and a second MiM capacitor (10?,20?,11) disposed over the first MiM capacitor. The first MiM capacitor and the second MiM capacitor are electrically connected in parallel. The two MiM capacitors are vertically stacked one above the other. Each MiM capacitor comprises an interconnection layer (10,10?) of the CMOS process as one plate and a thinner conductive layer (11,11?) as the second plate, with an insulating layer (20,20?) disposed therebetween. This allows each MiM capacitor to be formed between two CMOS process interconnection layers. The second plate of the second MiM capacitor is substantially co-extensive with the second plate of the first MiM capacitor, and is disposed substantially directly over the second plate of the first MiM capacitor. The same mask may be used to pattern the second plate of the second MiM capacitor and the second plate of the first MiM capacitor.

Abstract: A device comprises a substrate (22); a first MiM capacitor (10,20,11) disposed over the substrate; and a second MiM capacitor (10?,20?,11) disposed over the first MiM capacitor. The first MiM capacitor and the second MiM capacitor are electrically connected in parallel. The two MiM capacitors are vertically stacked one above the other. Each MiM capacitor comprises an interconnection layer (10,10?) of the CMOS process as one plate and a thinner conductive layer (11,11?) as the second plate, with an insulating layer (20,20?) disposed therebetween. This allows each MiM capacitor to be formed between two CMOS process interconnection layers. The second plate of the second MiM capacitor is substantially co-extensive with the second plate of the first MiM capacitor, and is disposed substantially directly over the second plate of the first MiM capacitor. The same mask may be used to pattern the second plate of the second MiM capacitor and the second plate of the first MiM capacitor.

Abstract: A multi wheeled single track vehicle comprising of three or more wheels in a line, where two or more wheels are steered by an amount to enable the vehicle to follow a single track. Two or more wheels of the wheels are driven by a transmission comprising a chain and sprocket for drive from the engine to one wheel and another chain and sprocket for drive from one wheel to another. Suspension is provided for each wheel by a pair of equal, or near equal length of swinging arms, one above the other, (upper swinging arm and lower swinging arm) where both arms are positioned with the wheel end pivot axis above the wheel axle, and the motorcycle frame pivot axis above the final drive engine sprocket axis, with a spring damper (shock absorber) positioned between upper and lower swinging arms and a wheel axle support strut supporting the wheel axle.

Abstract: A bucket elevator conveyor system of the straight horizontal, “C” and “Z” configurations. In these bucket elevator conveyor systems, loading of the buckets can occur anywhere along the horizontal run adjacent the take-up end and discharge of the buckets can be made at the drive area or along the bottom run of the upper horizontal sections of the “Z” and “C” configuration. This provides not only for discharge of the product from the buckets traveling along the lower path of the conveyor, but also provides for simple, intermediate discharge. In addition, there are provided relapping mechanisms to assure proper relapping of the buckets, This is accomplished by reason of a unique bucket design having a cam on one end combined with the front and rear flanges angled to assure proper operation and lapping of the buckets.

Abstract: A bucket elevator conveyor system of the straight horizontal, “C” and “Z” configurations. In these bucket elevator conveyor systems, loading of the buckets can occur anywhere along the horizontal run adjacent the take-up end and discharge of the buckets can be made at the drive area or along the bottom run of the upper horizontal sections of the “Z” and “C” configuration. This provides not only for discharge of the product from the buckets traveling along the lower path of the conveyor, but also provides for simple, intermediate discharge. In addition, there are provided relapping mechanisms to assure proper relapping of the buckets, This is accomplished by reason of a unique bucket design having a cam on one end combined with the front and rear flanges angled to assure proper operation and lapping of the buckets.

Abstract: A stethoscope amplifier headset for receiving, isolating and transferring sound received from a stethoscope to a user's ears, the stethoscope sound isolation headset including left and right ear assemblies connected by an adjustable length headband, ear receiving cavities, stethoscope receiving apertures, and acoustic insulators. Each of the left and right ear assemblies may also include an amplifier assembly including an adjustable volume control.