Abstract: Semiconductor structures for foundry compatible, ultra-low resistance, under-bump-metallization for electroplated bumps are described. An example semiconductor structure includes a semiconductor-based substrate. The semiconductor structure further includes a barrier layer disposed on the semiconductor-based substrate. The semiconductor structure also includes a seed layer disposed on the barrier layer. The barrier layer is configured to mitigate atom diffusion from the seed layer into the substrate. Moreover, the semiconductor structure includes a capping layer disposed on the seed layer. The capping layer is configured to resist oxidation of the seed layer. Additionally, the semiconductor structure includes a solder bump disposed on the capping layer.

Abstract: A valve assembly for a lung demand regulator of a breathing apparatus may include a regulator valve apparatus being actuatable between a closed position in which no flow is permitted and an open position in which flow is permitted; a lockout mechanism configurable in: a lockout configuration, and a release configuration; wherein the lockout mechanism comprises a spring plunger having a moveable element configured to axially extend from a body of the spring plunger in the lockout configuration and in the release configuration, so as to retain the lockout mechanism in either of the lockout configuration and the release configuration, and wherein the moveable element is configured to be depressed by a portion of the lockout mechanism during movement of the lockout mechanism, resisting movement of the lockout mechanism between the release and lockout configurations. Also disclosed is a lung demand regulator and a breathing apparatus.

Abstract: A lung demand regulator flow valve for controlling a flow of breathing gas through a lung demand regulator and breathing apparatus may include a valve member configured to be displaced between a closed position in which the valve member seals against a valve seat of the flow valve, and an open position in which a breathing gas flow path is provided between the valve member and the valve seat. The valve member and/or the valve seat is shaped such that a cross-sectional area of the breathing gas flow path increases at a first rate during displacement of the valve member relative to the valve seat through a first displacement range, and the cross-sectional area of the breathing gas flow path increases at a second rate during displacement of the valve member relative to the valve seat through a second displacement range, the first rate being different to the second rate.

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Abstract: Disclosed and described is a ready-to-administer parenteral liquid formulations comprising sodium bicarbonate or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, methods for preparing such formulations, methods for using such formulations, and polymeric infusion container filled with such formulations.

Abstract: A ready-to-administer parenteral liquid formulations comprising morphine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, methods for preparing such formulations, methods for using such formulations, and polymeric infusion container filled with such formulations.

Abstract: Binder compositions and processes for making and using same. In some embodiments, the binder composition can include a urea-based compound, a bifunctional quaternary ammonium salt, and an aldehyde-based resin. In some embodiments, a resinated substrate can include a plurality of substrates and the binder composition. In some embodiments, a process for making a composite product can include contacting a plurality of substrates with the binder composition. The process can also include heating the resinated substrate to at least partially cure the aldehyde-based resin to produce the composite product. In some embodiments, a composite product can include the plurality of substrates and the aldehyde-based resin at least partially cured. In some embodiments, the plurality of substrates can include lignocellulosic substrates. In other embodiments, the plurality of substrates can include glass fibers.

Abstract: One example includes a superconducting analog-to-digital converter (ADC) system. The system includes a control line configured to propagate an interrogation pulse and a superconducting quantum interference device (SQUID) comprising a first Josephson junction and a second Josephson junction. The SQUID can be configured to receive an input current. The first Josephson junction can be configured to trigger to provide a first pulse in response to the interrogation pulse and a first polarity of the input current and the second Josephson junction can be configured to trigger to generate a second pulse in response to the interrogation pulse and a second polarity of the input current. The system further includes an output stage configured to propagate the first pulse to an output to indicate the first polarity of the input current.

Abstract: A Wi-Fi network includes one or more Wi-Fi access points each comprising circuitry configured to: provide a plurality of virtual networks including a home network and a work network, each of the plurality of virtual networks being segmented in terms of visibility, connect to a corporate network via one or more secure tunnels, connect to one or more user devices, and route traffic for the one or more user devices based on which particular virtual network the one or more user devices are connected on.

Abstract: System and methods for managing a Wi-Fi network of a plurality of Wi-Fi networks from a cloud-based Network Operations Control (NOC) dashboard include, subsequent to creating an account for a user of the Wi-Fi network, receiving data associated with the Wi-Fi network from the one or more access points; providing a display associated with the Wi-Fi network based on the data, wherein the display comprises a network topology and one or more tabs providing information related to operation of the Wi-Fi network; updating the display based on one or more inputs received, wherein the updating updates one or more of the network topology and the one or more tabs; and performing one or more operations via the NOC dashboard to one of manage, control, and troubleshoot the Wi-Fi network.

Abstract: Systems and methods of managing a plurality of Wi-Fi networks via a cloud service include communicating to a plurality of access points in the plurality of Wi-Fi networks, wherein the plurality of access points are deployed in a location that includes any of a multi-dwelling unit (MDU), office space, retail space, mixed-use space, and common areas; providing end user management access to a plurality of end users each associated with one of the plurality of Wi-Fi networks; providing property manager management access to a property manager associated with the location and with any additional locations; and providing service provider management access to a service provider associated with the location.

Abstract: Electronic-photonic systems including an integrated device, and methods for manufacturing the integrated device, are provided. In one aspect, the integrated device includes an electronic integrated circuit (EIC) and a photonic integrated circuit (PIC) bonded and electrically connected to the EIC. The PIC includes a waveguide and a heater configured to heat the waveguide. The integrated device includes one or more cavities arranged between the heater and the EIC for thermally isolating the heater from the EIC.

Abstract: A Wi-Fi network includes one or more Wi-Fi access points each comprising circuitry configured to: provide a plurality of virtual networks including a home network and a work network, each of the plurality of virtual networks being segmented in terms of visibility, connect to a corporate network via one or more secure tunnels, connect to one or more user devices, and route traffic for the one or more user devices based on which particular virtual network the one or more user devices are connected on.

Abstract: The method of the present disclosure is related to the assembly of two components on two opposite sides of a substrate, enabled by the embedding of one of the components in a stress-compensated SiO2 layer applied at low temperatures, i.e. lower than any temperature that could compromise the functionality of the embedded component. Example embodiments are related to heterogeneous integration schemes, i.e. the assembly of components of different types, in particular a CMOS chip and a III-V chip, which are otherwise difficult to integrate in a 3D package. The stress-compensated film embeds the component at least laterally, i.e. the layer surrounds and is in direct contact with the sides of the component and the thickness of the film is at least equal to the thickness of the component.

Abstract: There is disclosed a demand regulator for a breathing apparatus comprising: a first connector point; and a second connector point, wherein the first connector point and the second connector point are each configured to connect to a universal connector. Also disclosed is a breathing apparatus comprising a demand regulator or a demand regulator system.

Abstract: A ready-to-use intravenous (IV) diltiazem composition that can be stored for extended periods.

Abstract: A ready-to-use intravenous (IV) diltiazem composition that can be stored for extended periods.

Abstract: A ready-to-use intravenous (IV) diltiazem composition that can be stored for extended periods.

Abstract: A chemical vapor deposition system includes a reaction chamber having an exhaust system and a gas injector having at least one injection zone. The system further includes a heater assembly for heating the reaction chamber. In accordance with the present disclosure, the gas injector is additively manufactured to form a unitary body.

Abstract: A flux-pump digital-to-analog converter (DAC) includes a ring of Josephson transmission line (JTL) stages. The ring includes multiple injector Josephson junctions (JJs). Each of the multiple injector JJs can be individually activated to inject magnetic flux into the ring in a given AC clock cycle, or controllably deactivated so as not to inject flux during the given AC clock cycle. The flux-pump DAC further includes a load inductor coupled to ring JJs of the ring. The load inductor is configured to store the magnetic flux injected into the ring. Because the flux-pump DAC includes multiple injector JJs arranged around the JTL ring, it can ramp up current loaded into the load inductor faster than a single-injector flux-pump DAC, and with precise, variable controllability of ramp speed so as to provide enhanced adiabaticity.