Abstract: This invention discloses methods and apparatus for providing an ophthalmic lens with a textured pattern within an optic zone and an ophthalmic lens with a textured pattern within the optic zone.

Abstract: A method for negotiating speed between a Fiber Channel (FC) local client and a remote FC client across a DWDM network is provided. A transmission speed of the local FC client at a local ingress transport interface is detected. The data from the local FC client is forwarded along with the detected transmission speed to a remote egress transport interface. The remote egress interface forwards the data at the detected transmission speed to the remote FC client. The present invention eliminates complex speed negotiation state machines that would otherwise be required to make the DWDM transport behave like a virtual wire with respect to the FC ports and to allow the FC clients to negotiate the desired speed directly between themselves.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides apparatuses, systems, and methods involving a spotter apparatus for depositing a substance from a carrier fluid onto a deposition surface in an ordered array, the spotter apparatus comprising a loading surface including a first well and a second well; and a different outlet surface, including a first opening and a second opening, where a first microconduit fluidly couples the first well with the first opening and a second microconduit fluidly couples the second well with the second opening. An overlay is sealed to the outlet surface and penetrated by a deposition channel that is situated to communicate carrier fluid among the first opening, the second opening, and the deposition surface when the overlay is pressed against the deposition surface.

Abstract: The link status of a Fibre-Channel link interconnecting two Fibre-Channel ports may be determined by a third entity distinct from the two Fibre-Channel ports. The third entity may be a transport interface used to connect one of the Fibre-Channel ports to a transport network that carries the link. The transport interface may also learn the Fibre-Channel port types of the two ports.

Abstract: Specialized microfluidic networks are utilized to deposit substances on sensor surfaces. In particular, a flow-based microfluidic printhead is used as an interface to deliver multiple analytes to a sensor for simultaneous analysis. Furthermore, internal referencing is incorporated into sensor regions for improved sensitivity.

Abstract: Oversubscription of Fibre Channel links over a transport network is provided. A transport interface according to the present invention may maintain a small ingress buffer in addition to the normal egress buffer. The ingress buffer is primarily used for oversubscription and the egress buffer is primarily used for flow control. Ready indications to multiple local Fibre Channel ports may be locally generated when flow control conditions permit and may be distributed among the local Fibre Channel ports in response to preconfigured bandwidth sharing weights. Transport network efficiency is achieved by statistical multiplexing without significant increase in buffer memory requirements or introduction of latency into the flow control mechanism.

Abstract: A multiprotocol encapsulation method and system for transporting different protocols over Ethernet are disclosed. The method includes receiving frames from an optical interface and identifying a protocol of the frame. The frames are multiprotocol and include storage network interface protocols. The frames are encapsulated into Ethernet protocol and transported over an Ethernet link.

Abstract: Disclosed is a spotter device and methods for the formation of microassays, biochips, biosensors, and cell cultures. The spotter may be used to deposit highly concentrated spots of protein or other materials on a microarray slide, wafer, or other surface. It may also be used to perform various chemistry steps on the same spots. The spotter increases the surface density of substances at each spot by directing a flow the desired substance (or a solution thereof) over the spot area until surface saturation is accomplished. The spotter may be loaded by well plate handling equipment. The spotter uses wells, microfluidic conduits, and orifices to deposit proteins, other biomolecules, or chemicals on a spot on a separate surface. Each orifice is connected to two wells via microconduits. When the spotter contacts a surface, a seal is formed between the orifices and the surface. The same or different substances may be flowed across each orifice. Any number of orifices may be incorporated into a spotter.

Abstract: A method for negotiating speed between a Fibre Channel (FC) local client and a remote FC client across a DWDM network is provided. A transmission speed of the local FC client at a local ingress transport interface is detected. The data from the local FC client is forwarded along with the detected transmission speed to a remote egress transport interface. The remote egress interface forwards the data at the detected transmission speed to the remote FC client. The present invention eliminates complex speed negotiation state machines that would otherwise be required to make the DWDM transport behave like a virtual wire with respect to the FC ports and to allow the FC clients to negotiate the desired speed directly between themselves.

Abstract: The Fibre-Channel flow control mechanism is augmented to facilitate efficient data exchange between Fibre-Channel ports over extended distances. A supplemental buffer mechanism may be maintained as part of an interface to a transport network used to carry Fibre-Channel traffic. The transport network interface makes a remote Fibre-Channel port aware of the augmented local receiver buffer capacity by intercepting certain frames used in link establishment and substituting an enhanced buffer capacity for the local Fibre-Channel port's internal buffer capacity. This technique provides improved throughput and readily accommodates large distances and large frame sizes.

Abstract: The shapes of the photo-resist layer “banks” which define pockets for inkjet printing or other patterned processes are optimized to provide a more uniform drying profile for substances which are to be deposited in those pockets and dried therein. Preferably, the shapes of the banks are “mushroom” shaped such that a portion of the photo-resist layer overhangs the exposed lower electrode layer.

Abstract: The composition of a organic (e.g. conducting polymer) solution is reformulated and the device upon which the organic solution is to be deposited is plasma treated to provide a more uniform and flat drying profile for the resulting dried film. This reformulation and treatment induces a more uniform and flatter profile when the reformulated organic solution is allowed to dry into a film on the treated device.

Abstract: The height of the photo-resist layer “banks” which define pockets for inkjet printing or other patterned processes is optimized to provide a more uniform drying profile for substances which are to be deposited in those pockets and dried therein. Preferably, the height of the photo-resist layer is less than or equal to about three microns and more, preferably, about one micron.

Abstract: Oversubscription of Fibre Channel links over a transport network is provided. A transport interface according to the present invention may maintain a small ingress buffer in addition to the normal egress buffer. The ingress buffer is primarily used for oversubscription and the egress buffer is primarily used for flow control. Ready indications to multiple local Fibre Channel ports may be locally generated when flow control conditions permit and may be distributed among the local Fibre Channel ports in response to preconfigured bandwidth sharing weights. Transport network efficiency is achieved by statistical multiplexing without significant increase in buffer memory requirements or introduction of latency into the flow control mechanism.

Abstract: The height of the photo-resist layer “banks” which define pockets for inkjet printing or other patterned processes is optimized to provide a more uniform drying profile for substances which are to be deposited in those pockets and dried therein. Preferably, the height of the photo-resist layer is less than or equal to about three microns and more, preferably, about one micron.

Abstract: A precipitation agent is deposited on a lower electrode layer of an organic electronic device prior to fabrication of organic layers. After the precipitation agent is deposited, organic material is deposited over the precipitation agent. The precipitation agent induces a more uniform and flatter profile when the organic material is allowed to dry into a film on the treated surface.

Abstract: The composition of a organic (e.g. conducting polymer) solution is reformulated and the device upon which the organic solution is to be deposited is plasma treated to provide a more uniform and flat drying profile for the resulting dried film. This reformulation and treatment induces a more uniform and flatter profile when the reformulated organic solution is allowed to dry into a film on the treated device.

Abstract: The link status of a Fibre-Channel link interconnecting two Fibre-Channel ports may be determined by a third entity distinct from the two Fibre-Channel ports. The third entity may be a transport interface used to connect one of the Fibre-Channel ports to a transport network that carries the link. The transport interface may also learn the Fibre-Channel port types of the two ports.

Abstract: An organic polymer solution is made of at least one organic polymer, a first solvent, and a second solvent. The first solvent has a high solubility (e.g., the first solvent dissolves at least about one weight percent of the organic polymers) and has a faster evaporation rate than the second solvent, and the second solvent has a very low solubility (e.g., the second solvent dissolves less than about one-fourth weight percent of the organic polymers). After the solution is deposited on an object, the solution is allowed to dry. As the solution dries, the first solvent due to its faster evaporation rate than the second solvent starts to evaporate from the solution, and soon after the first solvent starts to evaporate, the one or more organic polymers, due to its lower solubility in the second solvent, rapidly gels resulting in a substantially uniform organic polymer layer.

Abstract: The shapes of the photo-resist layer “banks” which define pockets for inkjet printing or other patterned processes are optimized to provide a more uniform drying profile for substances which are to be deposited in those pockets and dried therein. Preferably, the shapes of the banks are “mushroom” shaped such that a portion of the photo-resist layer overhangs the exposed lower electrode layer.