Abstract: Provided are a passivation layer for forming a semiconductor bonding structure, a sputtering target making the same, a semiconductor bonding structure and a semiconductor bonding process. The passivation layer is formed on a bonding substrate by sputtering the sputtering target; the passivation layer and the sputtering target comprise a first metal, a second metal or a combination thereof. The bonding substrate comprises a third metal. Based on a total atom number of the surface of the passivation layer, O content of the surface of the passivation layer is less than 30 at %; the third metal content of the surface of the passivation layer is less than or equal to 10 at %. The passivation layer has a polycrystalline structure. The semiconductor bonding structure sequentially comprises a first bonding substrate, a bonding layer and a second bonding substrate: the bonding layer is mainly formed by the passivation layer and the third metal.

Abstract: Methods of cutting gate structures, and structures formed, are described. In an embodiment, a structure includes first and second gate structures over an active area, and a gate cut-fill structure. The first and second gate structures extend parallel. The active area includes a source/drain region disposed laterally between the first and second gate structures. The gate cut-fill structure has first and second primary portions and an intermediate portion. The first and second primary portions abut the first and second gate structures, respectively. The intermediate portion extends laterally between the first and second primary portions. First and second widths of the first and second primary portions along longitudinal midlines of the first and second gate structures, respectively, are each greater than a third width of the intermediate portion midway between the first and second gate structures and parallel to the longitudinal midline of the first gate structure.

Abstract: A radar signal processing system with a self-interference cancelling function includes an analog front end (AFE) processor, an analog to digital converter (ADC), an adaptive interference canceller (AIC), and a digital to analog converter (DAC). The AFE processor receives an original input signal and generates an analog input signal. The ADC converts the analog input signal to a digital input signal. The AIC generates a digital interference signal digital interference signal by performing an adaptive interference cancellation process according to the digital input signal. The DAC converts the digital interference signal to an analog interference signal. Finally, the analog interference signal is fed back to the AFE and cancelled from the original input signal in the AFE processor while performing the front end process, reducing the interference of the static interference from the leaking of a close-by transmitter during the front end process.

Abstract: A semiconductor structure includes a dielectric layer over a substrate, a via conductor over the substrate and in the dielectric layer, and a first graphene layer disposed over the via conductor. In some embodiments, a top surface of the via conductor and a top surface of the dielectric layer are level. In some embodiments, the first graphene layer overlaps the via conductor from a top view. In some embodiments, the semiconductor structure further includes a second graphene layer under the via conductor and a third graphene layer between the dielectric layer and the via conductor. In some embodiments, the second graphene layer is between the substrate and the via conductor.

Abstract: In some implementations, one or more semiconductor processing tools may form a metal cap on a metal gate. The one or more semiconductor processing tools may form one or more dielectric layers on the metal cap. The one or more semiconductor processing tools may form a recess to the metal cap within the one or more dielectric layers. The one or more semiconductor processing tools may perform a bottom-up deposition of metal material on the metal cap to form a metal plug within the recess and directly on the metal cap.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a semiconductor structure includes forming a first interconnect feature in a first dielectric feature, the first interconnect feature including a first conductive element exposed from the first dielectric feature; forming a first cap feature over the first conductive element, the first cap feature including a first cap element which includes a two-dimensional material; forming a second dielectric feature with a first opening that exposes the first cap element; forming a barrier layer over the second dielectric feature while exposing the first cap element from the barrier layer; removing a portion of the first cap element exposed from the barrier layer; and forming a second conductive element in the first opening.

Abstract: Disclosed is a heart rhythm monitoring apparatus, including a water-proof case, a water-proof patch, at least two electrodes, a battery, and an electric circuit. The water-proof case is attached to the water-proof patch to form a water-proof space for accommodating the battery and the electric circuit. Each electrode is connected to the electric circuit, and outwards extends from the water-proof space to form a sensing end. The electrodes penetrate the water-proof patch and the water-proof patch and the sensing ends contact an animal skin. The water-proof patch provides adhesion, and the sensing ends are configured to sense electrical signal on the animal skin. The electrical signal is processed by the electric circuit, and the corresponding heart rhythm information is acquired and recorded. The present invention provides water-proof feature and possesses a simple structure, thereby improving convenience of use, prolonging operation period, acquiring a long-term record of heart rhythm information.

Abstract: A long-term effective patch structure includes a binding layer, an absorbing layer and a water-proof layer sequentially stacked together. The binding layer has a function of attaching and fixing, and is configured to be attached and fixed on a skin. Sweat or liquid from the skin can pass through the binding layer to reach the absorbing layer, which is aligned with binding layer at the edge. The water-proof layer is water-proof and has vapor permeability, and its area is larger than the area of the absorbing layer. The outer part of the water-proof layer is attachable to the skin. Since the absorbing layer can absorb the liquid from the skin and the water-proof layer can ventilate the vapor to the outside, the skin is kept dry and comfortable and suitable to be attached to human skin for a long period of time without inducing skin allergy or discomfort.

Abstract: In various embodiments, welding washers are utilized to establish electrical connections between electrically conductive wires and electrically conductive pins.

Abstract: A long term physiological signal sensing patch, including a water protective film, an electrode layer, a conductive hydrogel layer, a block layer and a first attaching layer. The water protective film provides functions of electrical insulation, stickiness and water protection. The electrode layer includes at least two electrodes attached to the bottom of the water protective film. The conductive hydrogel layer configured beneath the electrodes is electrically conductive and sticky. The block layer is under the electrodes to block water, and accommodates the conductive hydrogel layer. The first attaching layer is provided around the block layer. Therefore, the sensing patch can be attached to the human body for a long period of time to sense physiological signal, which is further transmitted to the external apparatus for more detailed analysis, calculation or display.

Abstract: A long-term effective patch structure includes a binding layer, an absorbing layer and a water-proof layer sequentially stacked together. The binding layer has a function of attaching and fixing, and is configured to be attached and fixed on a skin. Sweat or liquid from the skin can pass through the binding layer to reach the absorbing layer, which is aligned with binding layer at the edge. The water-proof layer is water-proof and has vapor permeability, and its area is larger than the area of the absorbing layer. The outer part of the water-proof layer is attachable to the skin. Since the absorbing layer can absorb the liquid from the skin and the water-proof layer can ventilate the vapor to the outside, the skin is kept dry and comfortable and suitable to be attached to human skin for a long period of time without inducing skin allergy or discomfort.

Abstract: A device for long term sensing and recording electrocardiogram includes a housing body, electrodes, a processing circuit, a water-proof film and at least one flexible attach layer. The housing body includes an upper body and a lower body sealed to form an internal space for enclosing the processing circuit. The middle portion of the water-proof film is sandwiched between the upper body and the lower body, and the outer portion of the water-proof film is attached to a person's skin to form a water-proof region. The flexible attach layer is beneath the water-proof film, and the electrodes penetrate the housing body to electrically connect the processing circuit. The electrodes sense electrocardiogram information, which is processed and recorded by the processing circuit. The device is suitable to wear for a long term without any interference such that the user does not feel uncomfortable even during showering, exercising or sleeping.

Abstract: In various embodiments, welding washers are utilized to establish electrical connections between electrically conductive wires and electrically conductive pins.

Abstract: Thin-film batteries are stacked within a structure that permits battery expansion. In various embodiments, the batteries are retained within individual trays that may be tiled into multi-tray layers which are then stacked, or are retained within a stacked series of printed circuit boards or within the pleats of a single, flexible, accordion-folded printed circuit board.

Abstract: An input apparatus for a hand-held electronic device and a computer. The universal input apparatus includes a main connection port, a communication port, an input controller, a communication controller and a route selection unit. The main connection port connects to the hand-held electronic device and the communication port connects to the computer. The input controller provides a plurality of serial input signals. The communication controller, having a serial port coupled to the communication port, is configured to convert the serial input signals into a pair of differential signals transferred through the serial port. Further, the route selection unit establishes a first route between the input controller and the main connection port and establishes a second route between the input controller and the communication controller. Therefore, the serial input signals can be transferred over the first route or the second route alternatively.

Abstract: The invention relates to a wireless keyboard capable of operating with a radiation-based signal receiver of a portable computing apparatus. The wireless keyboard includes a radiation-based signal transmitter functions converting a corresponding key signal into a radiation beam and emitting the radiation beam. The radiation beam has a covered zone. The wireless keyboard also includes a user-adjustable engaging device having a first end engaging with the housing and a second end where the radiation-based signal transmitter is fixed. The radiation-based signal transmitter is capable of approaching the radiation-based signal receiver by adjusting the engaging device. Thereby, the radiation-based signal receiver is located in the covered zone of the radiation beam when the wireless keyboard operates with the radiation-based signal receiver.

Abstract: The invention relates to a wireless keyboard capable of operating with a radiation-based signal receiver of a portable computing apparatus. The wireless keyboard includes a radiation-based signal transmitter functions converting a corresponding key signal into a radiation beam and emitting the radiation beam. The radiation beam has a covered zone. The wireless keyboard also includes a user-adjustable engaging device having a first end engaging with the housing and a second end where the radiation-based signal transmitter is fixed. The radiation-based signal transmitter is capable of approaching the radiation-based signal receiver by adjusting the engaging device. Thereby, the radiation-based signal receiver is located in the covered zone of the radiation beam when the wireless keyboard operates with the radiation-based signal receiver.

Abstract: An input apparatus for a hand-held electronic device and a computer. The universal input apparatus includes a main connection port, a communication port, an input controller, a communication controller and a route selection unit. The main connection port connects to the hand-held electronic device and the communication port connects to the computer. The input controller provides a plurality of serial input signals. The communication controller, having a serial port coupled to the communication port, is configured to convert the serial input signals into a pair of differential signals transferred through the serial port. Further, the route selection unit establishes a first route between the input controller and the main connection port and establishes a second route between the input controller and the communication controller. Therefore, the serial input signals can be transferred over the first route or the second route alternatively.