Abstract: A semiconductor device includes: a substrate; a seed layer disposed on the substrate; a compound semiconductor stack layer disposed on the seed layer; and a source metal layer and a drain metal layer disposed on the compound semiconductor stack layer. The semiconductor device further includes a conductive layer at least partially covering the source metal layer and the drain metal layer, and covering opposing side surfaces of the seed layer and opposing side surfaces of the compound semiconductor stack layer. The conductive layer electrically connects the seed layer and the source metal layer.

Abstract: A combinable optical-fiber adapter assembly includes combinable optical-fiber adapters. A first optical-fiber adapter includes a first adapter body, and a first side wall of the first adapter body has first connection units. A second optical-fiber adapter includes a second adapter body, and a first side wall of the second adapter body has second connection units. The first connection units are assembled with the second connection units. In a one-to-one manner, each of the first connection units is docked with a corresponding one of the second connection units, so that two adjacent optical-fiber adapters can be assembled side-by-side. Optical-fiber cables are inserted into the optical-fiber adapter from one side of the optical-fiber adapter. The optical-fiber adapter has a reduced length.

Abstract: An estimating system for energy-saving and emission-reduction is provided and includes an energy-consumption device operating in the environment based on multiple operating parameters to generate an energy-consumption and carbon-emission result and a server for receiving and storing corresponding values of each operating parameter of the energy-consumption device. The server includes an energy-consumption factor analyzing module for selecting multiple energy-consumption factors relevant to power-consumed amount and carbon-emitted amount from the multiple operating parameters, a new-device-parameter importing module for importing multiple performance coefficients of multiple new devices, and a simulating module for performing a simulation and calculating an energy-consumption simulated result of each new device as if each new device were operated under same environment within a specific historical time-period.

Abstract: A method is provided for forming an integrated circuit (IC) chip package structure. The method includes: providing an interposer having a front surface and a back surface, the interposer comprising a substrate, at least one routing region, and at least one non-routing region; forming at least one warpage-reducing trench in the at least one non-routing region, wherein the at least one warpage-reducing trench extends from the front surface of the interposer to a first depth, the first depth smaller than a thickness between the front surface and the back surface of the interposer; depositing a warpage-relief material in the at least one warpage-reducing trench; and bonding the group of IC dies to the front surface of the interposer.

Abstract: Processing methods for forming iridium-containing films at low temperatures are described. The methods comprise exposing a substrate to iridium hexafluoride and a reactant to form iridium metal or iridium silicide films. Methods for enhancing selectivity and tuning the silicon content of some films are also described.

Abstract: Processing methods for forming iridium-containing films at low temperatures are described. The methods comprise exposing a substrate to iridium hexafluoride and a reactant to form iridium metal or iridium silicide films. Methods for enhancing selectivity and tuning the silicon content of some films are also described.

Abstract: Aqueous formulations of indacaterol are disclosed. The formulations may find use in the treatment of respiratory disorders, inflammatory disorders, or obstructive airway diseases. Methods of using the formulations and kits comprising the formulations are also encompassed by the disclosure.

Abstract: Provided are atomic layer deposition methods to deposit a tungsten film or tungsten-containing film using a tungsten-containing reactive gas comprising one or more of tungsten pentachloride, a compound with the empirical formula WCl5 or WCl6.

Abstract: Aqueous formulations of indacaterol are disclosed. The formulations may find use in the treatment of respiratory disorders, inflammatory disorders, or obstructive airway diseases. Methods of using the formulations and kits comprising the formulations are also encompassed by the disclosure.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates to methods of diagnosing and treating chronic kidney disease (CKD) in an animal, comprising determining the amount of magnesium in a sample of the animal and providing the animal with a treatment regimen. In certain embodiments, the treatment regimen comprises administering an effective amount of magnesium.

Abstract: An aerosolization system includes a container that is configured to deliver a unit dosage of a liquid when squeezed a single time. The system also includes an aerosolizer that is constructed of a housing defining a mouthpiece, and an aerosol generator disposed in the housing. The aerosol generator includes a vibratable membrane having a front face and a rear face, and a vibratable element used to vibrate the membrane. Further, the housing includes an opening that is adapted to receive a unit dosage of the liquid from the container. The opening provides a liquid path to the rear face of the vibratable membrane.

Abstract: A method is described for supplying a metered amount of a liquid medicament to an aerosolizing device. The method utilizes a dispenser comprising an elongate dispenser body having a proximal end and a tip at a distal end through which a liquid medicament is dispensed. The dispenser further comprises a dispensing mechanism that operates to dispense a metered quantity of the liquid medicament from the tip each time the dispenser body is compressed. The dispenser is grasped with one hand such that the fingers wrap around the dispenser body, with the thumb closest to the proximal end and the last finger closest to the tip. The tip is inserted into an opening of an inhaler and the elongate body is forced toward the tip to cause the dispenser body to compress, thereby operating the dispensing mechanism and causing a metered quantity of the liquid medicament to eject into the inhaler.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates to methods of diagnosing and treating chronic kidney disease (CKD) in an animal, comprising determining the amount of magnesium in a sample of the animal and providing the animal with a treatment regimen. In certain embodiments, the treatment regimen comprises administering an effective amount of magnesium.

Abstract: Processing methods for forming iridium-containing films at low temperatures are described. The methods comprise exposing a substrate to iridium hexafluoride and a reactant to form iridium metal or iridium silicide films. Methods for enhancing selectivity and tuning the silicon content of some films are also described.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for depositing a coating on a semiconductor manufacturing apparatus component are provided herein. In some embodiments, a method of depositing a coating on a semiconductor manufacturing apparatus component includes: sequentially exposing a semiconductor manufacturing apparatus component including nickel or nickel alloy to an aluminum precursor and a reactant to form an aluminum containing layer on a surface of the semiconductor manufacturing apparatus component by a deposition process.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a gel-state flame-retardant electrolyte film includes the steps of: preparing a first solution having a high boiling-point solvent; adding a solid-state polymer material into the first solution, and performing a heating and stirring process to form a second solution; adding a flame-retardant electrolyte material and a flame-retardant water-absorbent material into the second solution for forming a third solution by well mixing; forming the third solution into a viscous matter; and, solidifying the viscous matter to form the gel-state flame-retardant electrolyte film. In addition, a gel-state flame-retardant electrolyte film, a gel-state electrolyte battery and a method for manufacturing the gel-state electrolyte battery are also provided.

Abstract: Processing methods for forming iridium-containing films at low temperatures are described. The methods comprise exposing a substrate to iridium hexafluoride and a reactant to form iridium metal or iridium silicide films. Methods for enhancing selectivity and tuning the silicon content of some films are also described.

Abstract: Ampoules for a semiconductor manufacturing precursors and methods of use are described. The ampoules include a container with an inlet port and an outlet port. The inlet port has a showerhead that the end within the container. The showerhead has at least two angled nozzles to direct the flow of gas within the cavity so that the gas flow is not perpendicular to the surface of a liquid within the ampoule.

Abstract: An adjustable sander having a body and a flexible base. The flexible base includes a first end and a second end spaced apart from one another. The first end and second end are each pivotally attached to the body. The flexible base is configured to move between a concave configuration, a neutral configuration, and a convex configuration relative to the body. The adjustable sander further includes a removable sanding surface affixed to a surface of the flexible base that is distal from the body. The adjustable sander also includes a locking mechanism configured to selectively hold the flexible base in a desired concave, neutral or convex configuration. The locking mechanism is characterized in that it includes an axial having a head and a shaft having a series of shaft notches.