Abstract: The present invention provides a flexible solar panel which can be used as to provide a standalone power generation solution or simply to supplement power provided by a traditional utility provider. It is designed to withstand inclement weather. It uses semi-spherical photovoltaic amorphous, poly silicon or single crystalline semiconductor materials like Silicon to produce electrical energy from sunlight. Each photovoltaic cell is mounted on a flexible printed circuit board to create the usable power source. The flexible printed circuit boards are embedded in low durometer substrate materials like Neoprene and then covered with a clear protective film.

Abstract: A cover for the opening of a process tube of a furnace used in semiconductor manufacturing is comprised of a substantially continuous sheet of metal so that it may be rolled opened and closed while being against the opening of the process tube by a guide frame. The roller on which the cover is rolled is driven by a bidirectional DC motor. The process tube cover can be operated by a computer or controller that operates the furnace.

Abstract: A cover for the opening of a process tube of a furnace used in semiconductor manufacturing is comprised of a substantially continuous sheet of metal so that it may be rolled opened and closed while being against the opening of the process tube by a guide frame. The roller on which the cover is rolled is driven by a bidirectional DC motor. The process tube cover can be operated by a computer or controller that operates the furnace.