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.

Abstract: Apparatus for processing a substrate are provided herein. In some embodiments a showerhead assembly includes a gas distribution plate having a plurality of apertures; a holder having a wall, an radially inwardly extending flange extending from a lower portion of the wall and coupled to the gas distribution plate, and a radially outwardly extending flange extending from an upper portion of the wall, wherein the wall has a thickness between about 0.015 inches and about 0.2 inches; and a heating apparatus disposed above and spaced apart from the gas distribution plate, wherein the heating apparatus includes a heater configured to heat the gas distribution plate.

Abstract: A fiber optical connector includes a connector housing and an optical-fiber component. The connector housing comprises a receiving space. One end of the connector housing forms a connector opening communicating with the receiving space. Two side walls of the connector housing comprise a plurality of buckling portions adjacent to the connector opening. The optical-fiber component is positioned in the receiving space. The optical-fiber component comprises a sleeve piece. The sleeve piece comprises a block member and a threaded portion. The block member is assembled in the connector opening and the block member fully received inside the receiving space. Two sides of the block member respectively form an engaging portion. Each of the engaging portions is engaged with the corresponding buckling portion, and the threaded portion is exposed on the peripheral surface of a tail portion of the sleeve piece and out of the connector opening.

Abstract: Embodiments described herein relate to layered structures having a top surface which is hydrophobic for reducing the wetting of water or ice on the layered structure without requiring reapplication. In one or more embodiments, a layered structure is provided and includes a coating containing silicon, oxygen, and carbon disposed over a substrate and an interface disposed between the substrate and the coating. The substrate is at least partially transparent to visible light, a concentration of carbon in the coating is greater at a top surface of the coating than the interface, and the top surface of the coating is disposed on the opposite side of the coating than the interface.