Abstract: Security systems for microelectronic devices physically lock the hardware itself and serve as a first line of defense by preventing overwriting, modification, maniplation or erasure of data stored in a device's memory. Implementations of the security systems can respond to lock/unlock commands that do not require signal or software interactivity with the functionality of the protected device, and which therefore may be consistent across devices. In various embodiments, a security device passively “listens” on data lines of the protected device and, when a lock or unlock command is received (typically in conjunction with a valid authentication code), the security device physically blocks or allows passage of signals to and from the protected device.

Abstract: In accordance with various embodiments of the present invention, mechanical systems incorporating movable microelectromechanical (MEMS)-based features, e.g., cantilevers or suspended micron- and submicron-scale beams are utilized to secure solid-state devices such as controllers, microcontrollers, central processing units (CPUs), solid-state storage drives, and memory cards. In various embodiments of the invention, the beams are double-clamped, initially curved (or “pre-buckled”) segments that are provided within the solid-state device (e.g., on the top layer thereof) prior to encapsulation and packaging of the device.

Abstract: In various embodiments, component-level and product-level devices incorporated one or more low-profile cooling devices for dissipating heat. The low-profile cooling devices may include multiple benders arranged on a substrate. The benders are actuated so as to cause movement thereof, thereby producing an air flow.

Abstract: Security systems for microelectronic devices physically lock the hardware itself and serve as a first line of defense by preventing overwriting, modification, maniplation or erasure of data stored in a device's memory. Implementations of the security systems can respond to lock/unlock commands that do not require signal or software interactivity with the functionality of the protected device, and which therefore may be consistent across devices. In various embodiments, a security device passively “listens” on data lines of the protected device and, when a lock or unlock command is received (typically in conjunction with a valid authentication code), the security device physically blocks or allows passage of signals to and from the protected device.

Abstract: In various embodiments, component-level and product-level devices incorporated one or more low-profile cooling devices for dissipating heat. The low-profile cooling devices may include multiple benders arranged on a substrate. The benders are actuated so as to cause movement thereof, thereby producing an air flow.

Abstract: A system and method for comprehensive data integration and management of large-scale building projects. The building projects comprised of a planning module (100) which supports entrepreneurs's decision making processes by enabling them to compare the costs and resources needed for the planned project according to different scenario plans (105). The second enables a semi-automatic translation of design plans drawings into inventory lists and building tasks (110). The third is a real-time project management module (120) which offers extensive tools for keeping track of projects' progress.