Abstract: Parameters, such as, quality factor and/or resonance frequency of an acoustic transducer can be electrically tuned. The acoustic transducer can include a piezoelectric layer deposited on a silicon supporting layer, a first electrode layer deposited on the piezoelectric layer, and a second electrode layer deposited between the silicon supporting layer and piezoelectric layer. In one aspect, a resonant frequency of the piezoelectric actuated transducer is electrically tuned based on modifying a voltage across at least a portion of the first electrode layer and the second electrode layer. In another aspect, a quality factor of the piezoelectric actuated transducer is electrically tuned based on modifying a resistance across at least another portion of the first electrode layer and the second electrode layer.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a device and system having a sensor hub capable of receiving measurement outputs from a plurality of sensors and processing the measurements for output to other devices, such as by using a single chip arrangement. The sensor hub provides for facilitating efficient communication among the sensors for improved high-level features, such as interpreting gestures or actions according to the context. Two or more hierarchical processing levels may be provided so that sensor data processed at a lower level is output to an upper level for further processing or other operation involving the processed data from the lower level.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for implementing optical image stabilization (OIS) in a mobile device. One or more functions associated with OIS may be performed by hardware and/or processing resources that are provided independently of a camera unit.

Abstract: Described are methods and apparatus for providing fluorescent lamps having a two-layer phosphor coating that includes a base coating and a top coating that economically provides a high color rendering index (CRI) of at least 87 with improved brightness. In an embodiment, a low-pressure discharge lamp includes a light transmissive envelope having a basecoat phosphor layer disposed on an inner surface, wherein the basecoat phosphor layer includes less than ten percent weight of a rare earth phosphor. Also included is a topcoat phosphor layer on a surface of the base coat phosphor layer that includes a blend of at least red, green, green-blue and blue emitting rare earth phosphors, and a fill gas composition within the light transmissive envelope.

Abstract: A Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) device includes a first substrate with a first surface and a second surface, the first substrate including a base layer, a moveable beam disposed on the base layer, at least one metal layer, and one or more standoffs disposed on the base layer such that one or more metal layers are situated on the top surface of the one or more standoffs. The MEMS device further includes a second substrate including one or more metal layers bonded to the one or more standoffs resulting in an electrical connection between at least a portion of the one or more metal layers of the second substrate and one or more of the at least one electrode on the bottom surface and the at least one electrode on the top surface.

Abstract: A method and system for a device with a magnetic sensor element and magnetic storage elements is disclosed. The device includes an integrated circuit substrate. At least a magnetic sensor with a magnetic sensor element with a permanent magnet is disposed over the integrated circuit substrate. A plurality of magnetic storage elements, each with at least one permanent magnet is disposed over the integrated circuit substrate.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a device and system having a sensor hub capable of receiving measurement outputs from a plurality of sensors and processing the measurements for output to other devices, from a single chip arrangement. The sensor hub provides for facilitating efficient communication among the sensors for improved high-level features, such as interpreting gestures or actions according to the context.

Abstract: A Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) device includes a first substrate with a first surface and a second surface, the first substrate including a base layer, a moveable beam disposed on the base layer, at least one metal layer, and one or more standoffs disposed on the base layer such that one or more metal layers are situated on the top surface of the one or more standoffs. The MEMS device further includes a second substrate including one or more metal layers bonded to the one or more standoffs resulting in an electrical connection between at least a portion of the one or more metal layers of the second substrate and one or more of the at least one electrode on the bottom surface and the at least one electrode on the top surface.

Abstract: A MEMS device is disclosed. The MEMS device comprises a first plate with a first surface and a second surface; and an anchor attached to a first substrate. The MEMS device further includes a second plate with a third surface and a fourth surface attached to the first plate. A linkage connects the anchor to the first plate, wherein the first plate and second plate are displaced in the presence of an acoustic pressure differential between the first and second surfaces of the first plate. The first plate, second plate, linkage, and anchor are all contained in an enclosure formed by the first substrate and a second substrate, wherein one of the first and second substrates contains a through opening to expose the first surface of the first plate to the environment.

Abstract: An integrated MEMS sensor package is disclosed. The package comprises a sensor chip with a top surface and a bottom surface. The top surface comprises an opening. The bottom surface is attached to a substrate with electrical inter-connects. A lid is coupled to the top surface with an adhesive material. The lid may have an opening to expose the sensor chip to ambient environment.

Abstract: A strain of Francisella species wherein a gene which encodes for part of the glutamate metabolic pathway has been inactivated, and which is able to produce a protective immune response in an animal, for use as live prophylactic or therapeutic vaccine against infection by said Francisella species. Particularly effective strains include those where the capB gene is deleted. Other embodiments of the invention describe strains which compromise a further genetic mutation wherein a gene which encodes for another component of the cell is also inactivated. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising said strains, together with methods which utilize such strains are also described and claimed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combination of a 6-axis motion sensor having a 3-axis gyroscope and a 3-axis linear accelerometer, a motion processor and a radio integrated circuit chip (IC), wherein the intelligence in the motion processor enables the communication between the motion sensor, the radio IC and the external network. The motion processor also enables power savings by adaptively controlling the data rate of the motion sensor, depending on the amount or speed of the motion activity.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is the identification of human DNA polymerase ? (pol ?) as the polymerase that mediates repair of DNA containing interstrand cros slinks (ICLs). The mechanism of action of a number of chemotherapeutic and antimicrobial agents is the induction of ICLs. Thus, provided herein is a method of enhancing the efficacy of a chemotherapeutic or antimicrobial agent in a subject, including selecting a subject in need of treatment with an ICL -inducing agent and administering to the subject an ICL-inducing agent and a therapeutically effective amount of an inhibitor of pol ?. Also provided is a composition for treating a hyperproliferative disease, an autoimmune disease or an infectious disease, comprising an ICL-inducing agent and an amount of an inhibitor of pol ? sufficient to enhance the efficacy of the ICL-inducing agent. Further provided is a method of identifying a DNA polymerase inhibitor.

Abstract: A MEMS device is disclosed. The MEMS device comprises a first plate with a first surface and a second surface; and an anchor attached to a first substrate. The MEMS device further includes a second plate with a third surface and a fourth surface attached to the first plate. A linkage connects the anchor to the first plate, wherein the first plate and second plate are displaced in the presence of an acoustic pressure differential between the first and second surfaces of the first plate. The first plate, second plate, linkage, and anchor are all contained in an enclosure formed by the first substrate and a second substrate, wherein one of the first and second substrates contains a through opening to expose the first surface of the first plate to the environment.

Abstract: Described are methods and apparatus for providing fluorescent lamps having a two-layer phosphor coating that includes a base coating and a top coating that economically provides a high color rendering index (CRI) of at least 87 with improved brightness. In an embodiment, a low-pressure discharge lamp includes a light transmissive envelope having a basecoat phosphor layer disposed on an inner surface, wherein the basecoat phosphor layer includes less than ten percent weight of a rare earth phosphor. Also included is a topcoat phosphor layer on a surface of the base coat phosphor layer that includes a blend of at least red, green, green-blue and blue emitting rare earth phosphors, and a fill gas composition within the light transmissive envelope.

Abstract: A strain of Francisella species wherein a gene which encodes for part of the glutamate metabolic pathway has been inactivated, and which is able to produce a protective immune response in an animal, for use as live prophylactic or therapeutic vaccine against infection by said Francisella species. Particularly effective strains include those where the capB gene is deleted. Other embodiments of the invention describe strains which comprise a further genetic mutation wherein a gene which encodes for another component of the cell is also inactivated. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising said strains, together with methods which utilize such strains are also described and claimed.

Abstract: A welding wire conduit includes an outer tube, a wire spring disposed within the outer tube, and a plurality of cylindrical segments disposed within the wire spring. Each cylindrical segment includes a generally convex first axial end and a generally concave second axial end, and the first axial ends of the cylindrical segments are configured to mate with the second axial ends of the cylindrical segments.