Abstract: A trailing arm assembly for a suspension includes at least first and second cast components. The first and second cast components are welded to each other to substantially surround an outer perimeter of an axle member. The first cast component is then welded to one side of the axle member at a first weld and the second cast component is welded to an opposite side of the axle member at a second weld. One of the first and second cast components includes an integrally formed air spring seat and the other of the first and second cast components includes an integrally formed bushing housing for connection to a frame.

Abstract: A lithographic method to enhance image resolution in a lithographic cluster using multiple projections and a lithographic cluster used to project multiple patterns to form images that are combined to form an image having enhanced resolution.

Abstract: Improved low k1 lithographic imaging is disclosed by optimizing or improving an illumination polarization condition. The polarization condition may be a pre-defined spatially varying polarization, or a spatially customized local polarization of bright illumination points based on tracking a value of a desired lithographic response. Several non-traditional polarization conditions, e.g., TM/TE polarization (with or without a central TM region), diagonal polarization, and Y+X polarization (typically for dark field illumination) are disclosed, that offer substantial imaging advantages for specific lithographic problems, especially at low k1 values. The initial polarization definition may be limited to specific fixed polarization angles.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention may be used to produce a data mining signal by generating hybrid dataset representing data related to tools used during a semiconductor fabrication process. By selectively combining similar processes, the data mining signal strength of each tool used to perform the steps of the fabrication process may be increased. A combined process variable may be used to represent the group of tools and processes, collectively. A set of rules may be composed to determine which processes used in the semiconductor fabrication process should be combined in the hybrid dataset.

Abstract: A composite material structure includes a first fiber layer, a second fiber layer, a resin layer between the first fiber layer and the second fiber layer and a plurality of chopped fibers provided in the resin layer.

Abstract: A lithographic method to enhance image resolution in a lithographic cluster using multiple projections and a lithographic cluster used to project multiple patterns to form images that are combined to form a patterned image having enhanced resolution.

Abstract: A dual band photodetector for detecting infrared and ultraviolet optical signals is disclosed. Aspects include homojunction and heterojunction detectors comprised of one or more of GaN, AlGaN, and InGaN. In one aspect ultraviolet/infrared dual-band detector is disclosed that is configured to simultaneously detect UV and IR.

Abstract: A method for installing a paver system includes positioning a first grid substrate adjacent to a second grid substrate. The first grid substrate and the second grid substrate are flexibly bridged with a first paver piece. A first portion of the first paver piece is movably coupled with the first grid substrate at a first joint, and a second portion of the first paver piece is movably coupled with the second grid substrate at a second joint, the first and second grid substrates and the first paver piece forming an articulated paver linkage. A second paver piece is coupled with the second grid substrate. A third paver piece is coupled with the first grid substrate. The articulated paver linkage is fit within the specified area by movement of at least one of the first, second and third paver pieces and the first and second grid substrates. The movement is transmitted along the articulated paver linkage to maintain a specified alignment and spacing of the first, second and third paver pieces.

Abstract: A composite material structure includes a first fiber layer, a second fiber layer, a resin layer between the first fiber layer and the second fiber layer and a plurality of chopped fibers provided in the resin layer.

Abstract: By proper selection of illumination configuration, mask transmission, and mask bias, complex patterns of contact holes may be imaged with sufficient latitude for manufacturing at minimum half-pitches of k1=0.40 or below. In an embodiment, a method of transferring an image of a mask pattern onto a substrate with a lithographic apparatus is presented. The method includes illuminating a mask pattern of an attenuated phase shift mask with an illumination configuration including on-axis and off-axis components, the off-axis component of the illumination being an annular illumination extending near a pupil edge, and projecting an image of the illuminated mask pattern onto the substrate.

Abstract: A circuit board guide and bracket apparatus includes a first member collapsibly attached to a second member. The first member is attachable to a planar member in a chassis. The second member guides a circuit board being mounted into a connector on the planar member and supports the board subsequent to being mounted.

Abstract: A method for configuring an illumination source of a lithographic apparatus, the method including dividing the illumination source into pixel groups, each pixel group including one or more illumination source points; selecting an illumination shape to expose a pattern, the illumination shape formed with at least one pixel group; ranking the pixel groups according to how a change in state of a pixel group affects a lithographic metric; and for each pixel group in order of ranking, determining whether to adjust the illumination shape by changing the state of the pixel group based on a calculation of the lithographic metric as a result of a change in state of the pixel group.

Abstract: A dual band photodetector for detecting infrared and ultraviolet optical signals is disclosed. Aspects include homojunction and heterojunction detectors comprised of one or more of GaN, AlGaN, and InGaN. In one aspect ultraviolet/infrared dual-band detector is disclosed that is configured to simultaneously detect UV and IR.

Abstract: A yeast cell is provided comprising an artificial nucleic acid construct incorporating a gene associated with yeast cell wall integrity operatively linked to a promoter responsive to conditions characteristic of the digestive tract. Also provided is a method comprising administering to the digestive tract of the subject a yeast cell comprising an artificial nucleic acid construct comprising a gene associated with yeast cell wall integrity, operatively linked to a promoter responsive to conditions characteristic of the digestive tract, wherein the yeast cell further comprises an amount of an agent of interest encapsulated within said yeast cell.

Abstract: The monitoring device incorporates transducing devices for converting the desired measured parameters into electrical signals capable of being processed by a local computer or microprocessor system. The device interacts with the ambulatory patient and then, via a modem or other electronic communication device, transmits the measured parameters to a computer located at a remote site. At the remote location. the various indicia of the ambulatory patient's condition are monitored and analyzed by the medical professional caregiver. To provide the ambulatory patient with an added level of convenience and ease of use, such monitoring device is contained in a single integrated package.

Abstract: A method for forming a structural paver deck assembly includes fastening structural decking panels across a bare frame structure. One or more of the decking panels includes an upper panel surface having a non-planar contoured decking panel surface. A paver decking surface is seated over the plurality of structural decking panels to form a paver decking surface. Seating includes positioning a plurality of paver pieces on the structural decking panels including interfittingly engaging the paver pieces to the non-planar contoured decking panel surface. Seating further includes aligning the plurality of paver pieces in at least one specified direction, wherein the paver pieces includes paver contour surfaces along a lower surface having a corresponding shape to the non-planar contoured decking panel surface. Interfitting engagement of the paver contour surfaces with the non-planar contoured panel surface orients the one or more paver pieces in the at least one specified direction.

Abstract: A method for forming a brick façade positioning assembly includes positioning a plurality of bricks in a specified wall pattern. A film is placed over the bricks, and the film is molded over the bricks to form a custom brick film tray. The custom brick film tray includes brick shaped tray recesses in the specified wall pattern. The plurality of bricks are positioned within the brick shaped tray recesses. Optionally, a liquid setting material is poured on the custom brick film tray and the plurality of bricks to form a brick façade wall. The brick façade wall includes the bricks in the specified wall pattern provided by the custom brick film tray.

Abstract: This document discusses, among other things, apparatuses and methods for cutting a brick including a base configured to selectively support the brick. An actuating assembly is movable along a cutting line. The actuating assembly is movable by a cutting distance at least equal to a height of the brick. A shear blade is removably attached to the actuating assembly. The shear blade is movable with the actuating assembly along the cutting line. The shear blade is configured to shear the brick along the cutting line when moved toward the base through the brick.

Abstract: A lithographic method to enhance image resolution in a lithographic cluster using multiple projections and a lithographic cluster used to project multiple patterns to form images that are combined to form an image having enhanced resolution.

Abstract: An apparatus comprising a first part, a second part, an electrical contact, and a relay. The second part is movable relative to the first part. The electrical contact is attached to the second part. The electrical contact provides an electrical connection between the first part and the second part when the second part is in a first position and breaks the electrical connection when the second part is in a second position. The relay is electrically connected to the electrical contact.