Abstract: A method, an apparatus, a communication device and a computer program product for biometric identification of users who wants to access the network, are provided. The apparatus may be an Internet Gateway Device, Router, Customer Premise Equipment or a Managed Gateway device. The apparatus may detect biometric information using a computer software program and sensors. The apparatus may then use computer program to compare the detected biometric information of a user with stored biometric information associated with a stored user's biometric profile of a plurality of user profiles. The apparatus may then determine whether to provide the web access with full or limited privileges based on comparison of received provided biometric information with stored biometric information or even deny the access request, received from a communication device.

Abstract: Methods for fabricating and refurbishing an assembly are disclosed herein. The method begins by applying an adhesive layer onto a first substrate. A second substrate is placed onto the adhesive layer, thereby securing the two substrates together, the adhesive layer bounding at least one side of a channel that extends laterally between the substrates to an exterior of the assembly. And, the substrates and the adhesive layer are subjected to a bonding procedure and allowing outgassing of volatiles from the adhesive layer to escape from between the substrates through the channel, wherein the substrates bonded by the adhesive layer form a component for a semiconductor vacuum processing chamber.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein include a plasma source, and an abatement system for abating compounds produced in semiconductor processes. In one embodiment, a plasma source is disclosed. The plasma source includes a body having an inlet and an outlet, and the inlet and the outlet are fluidly coupled within the body. The body further includes inside surfaces, and the inside surfaces are coated with yttrium oxide or diamond-like carbon. The plasma source further includes a flow splitter disposed in the body in a position that formed two flow paths between the inlet and the outlet, and a plasma generator disposed in a position operable to form a plasma within the body between the flow splitter and inside surfaces of the body.

Abstract: Methods for fabricating and refurbishing an assembly are disclosed herein. The method begins by applying an adhesive layer onto a first substrate. A second substrate is placed onto the adhesive layer, thereby securing the two substrates together, the adhesive layer bounding at least one side of a channel that extends laterally between the substrates to an exterior of the assembly. And, the substrates and the adhesive layer are subjected to a bonding procedure and allowing outgassing of volatiles from the adhesive layer to escape from between the substrates through the channel, wherein the substrates bonded by the adhesive layer form a component for a semiconductor vacuum processing chamber.

Abstract: Methods for bonding substrates, forming assemblies using the same, along with improved methods for refurbishing said assemblies are disclosed that take advantage of at least one channel formed in an adhesive utilized to join two substrates to improve fabrication, performance and refurbishment of the assemblies. In one embodiment an assembly includes a first substrate secured to a second substrate by an adhesive layer. The assembly includes a channel having at least one side bounded by the adhesive layer and having an outlet exposed to an exterior of the assembly.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein include a plasma source, and an abatement system for abating compounds produced in semiconductor processes. In one embodiment, a plasma source is disclosed. The plasma source includes a body having an inlet and an outlet, and the inlet and the outlet are fluidly coupled within the body. The body further includes inside surfaces, and the inside surfaces are coated with yttrium oxide or diamond-like carbon. The plasma source further includes a flow splitter disposed in the body in a position that formed two flow paths between the inlet and the outlet, and a plasma generator disposed in a position operable to form a plasma within the body between the flow splitter and inside surfaces of the body.

Abstract: Methods for bonding substrates, forming assemblies using the same, along with improved methods for refurbishing said assemblies are disclosed that take advantage of at least one channel formed in an adhesive utilized to join two substrates to improve fabrication, performance and refurbishment of the assemblies. In one embodiment an assembly includes a first substrate secured to a second substrate by an adhesive layer. The assembly includes a channel having at least one side bounded by the adhesive layer and having an outlet exposed to an exterior of the assembly.

Abstract: The present invention generally provides a high efficiency electrostatic chuck including a flex stack having an electrode disposed between two layers of dielectric material. At least one of the layers is a standard or high purity thermoplastic film. The flex stack may have a matte finish on the substrate supporting surface to provide benefits such as improved temperature distribution across the surface of the chuck. The non-substrate supporting or pedestal receiving side of the flex stack may be plasma treated to provide a desired surface finish, which is then bonded to a pedestal using an acrylic or epoxy adhesive resulting in superior bonding strength compared to traditional polymer electrostatic chucks. The electrode may be a sheet electrode on a release liner, which enables ease of manufacturing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing vanadyl pyrophosphate catalyst with improved structural characteristics for the selective oxidation of butane to maleic anhydride.