Abstract: An image processing method includes: receiving a currently-input image frame and a previously-output image frame; comparing multiple first pixels corresponding to coordinates of the currently-input image frame with multiple second pixels corresponding to coordinates of the previously-output image frame, and obtaining multiple corresponding differences; obtaining multiple dynamic parameter values based on the differences and a dynamic parameter table; obtaining multiple boundary retention values based on the dynamic parameter values and a boundary operator; and obtaining multiple currently-output pixels based on the first pixels, the second pixels, and the boundary retention values. An image processing apparatus performs the image processing method, to increase accuracy of identifying a boundary adjoining a motion region and a non-motion region, and to remove an artifact of the boundary.

Abstract: An extreme ultraviolet radiation source is provided, including a vessel, an optical collector, and a gas scrubber. The vessel has a gas inlet and a gas outlet. The optical collector is disposed within the vessel and configured to collect and reflect extreme ultraviolet light produced in the vessel. A cleaning gas is introduced into the vessel through the gas inlet to clean the surface of the optical collector. The gas scrubber is disposed within the vessel, arranged such that the cleaning gas leaves the vessel through the gas outlet after flowing through the gas scrubber. The gas scrubber has a number of gas passages to allow the cleaning gas to flow through, and the size of the gas passage close to the gas outlet is smaller than the size of the gas passage away from the gas outlet.

Abstract: A transmission apparatus and a transmission data protection method thereof are provided. The transmission apparatus stores a data table, a bloom filter, a first randomization array, a plurality of second randomization arrays and an identifier of each of the second randomization arrays. The bloom filter has a plurality of independent hash functions. The transmission apparatus generates a current original datum according to the data table; inputs the current original datum to the bloom filter as a current input datum of the bloom filter to output a current bloom datum; randomizes the current bloom datum according to the first randomization array to generate a current first randomized datum; randomizes the current first randomized datum according to one of the second randomization arrays to generate a current second randomized datum; and transmits a data signal carrying the current second randomized datum and an identification datum to another transmission apparatus.

Abstract: An extreme ultraviolet radiation source is provided, including a droplet generator and a droplet catcher. The droplet generator is configured to output a plurality of target droplets along a target droplet path that is parallel to a horizontal direction. The droplet catcher includes an open end substantially aligned with the target droplet path, and an enclosed end that is opposite to the open end. The droplet catcher also includes a pipe wall disposed between the open end the enclosed end. The pipe wall includes a first pipe wall portion having an inner top surface parallel to the horizontal direction and an inner bottom surface inclined relative to the inner top surface. In addition, the droplet catcher includes at least one gutter formed on the inner bottom surface and having a long axis extending along the horizontal direction.

Abstract: An electronic device including a touch input unit, a display unit, and a control unit is provided. The touch input unit includes a first default input function. The display unit is configured to display a default interface or a first interface. The first interface is corresponding to the first default input function. The control unit is electrically connected to the touch input unit and the display unit for controlling the display unit to be switched from the default interface to the first interface.

Abstract: A method and an electronic device for enhancing efficiency of searching for a region of interest in a virtual environment are provided. The virtual environment includes a visible scene and an invisible scene. A picture-in-picture (PIP) is displayed in the visible scene as a directional guidance or distance hint related to the region of interest in the invisible scene, thereby saving time and enhancing efficiency of searching for the region of interest.

Abstract: The exercise equipment includes a base, a resilient element, and a positioning mechanism. The base has two bodies which are selectively movable relatively. The two sides of the resilient element are connected to the two bodies. The positioning mechanism is adapted for operation to control the movement of the two bodies.

Abstract: A mobile device auxiliary battery is disclosed. The mobile device auxiliary battery can supply electric current to the mobile device. A processing device associated with the auxiliary battery may be wirelessly connected to the mobile device, such as with a Bluetooth interface, and thereby control operational aspects of the battery, including for example control over supplying power to the mobile device. The auxiliary battery may be part of a charging system or kit that includes a uniquely designed separate charger or part of a protective case. In yet another aspect, the protective case may include unitary bumper flexible bumper co-molded to the body of the case and a male connector extending from a nested portion that is adapted to tilt outward from the case to facilitate insertion of the corresponding female port on the mobile device into the connector and into the case.

Abstract: The disclosure is related to a method and a system for detecting a video scan type. In the method, a first frame and a second frame are firstly extracted from a video. The scan lines of each frame can be divided into a top field and a bottom field. A first zipper index of the combination of the top field of the first frame and the bottom field of the second frame is obtained. Further, a second zipper index of the combination of the bottom field of the first frame and the top field of the second frame is also obtained. A zipper index difference between the first zipper index and the second zipper index is calculated and is provided to determine the video scan type as an interlaced-scan video or a progressive-scan video.

Abstract: A system and method for identifying application layer behavior are disclosed. In order to detect intrusion into an industrial control system, the system and method determine a current status of application layer behavior of the industrial control system by analyzing a current packet which is propagated between a master device and a slave device in the industrial control system, and identify whether the current status of the application layer behavior is normal according to a normal behavior status list.

Abstract: An improved battery case adapted to removably receive, protect and provide power to a mobile device is provided. The case includes a base configured to house a rechargeable battery, a user detachable back face cover capable of providing aesthetic modularity to the consumer and manufacturing advantages, and a bumper that is constructed to include a rigid inner frame or skeleton that includes an outwardly extending rib that is molded on either side with an outer softer and more elastic layer that extends over the face of the mobile device. The bumper can be molded as an integral part of the case or be removably attached to the a component of the case.

Abstract: Abrasive machining apparatuses and methods of finishing glass articles with abrasive machining apparatuses are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, an abrasive machining apparatus includes a support base, an edge finishing unit, and an edge finishing unit position sensor. The edge finishing unit includes an abrasive machining spindle having an abrasive wheel that is coupled to a motor and a pivot mechanism that is coupled to the support base. The pivot mechanism has an axis about which the abrasive machining spindle pivots. The abrasive machining spindle is pivotable between an extended position and a retracted position. The actuator is coupled to the edge finishing unit and to the support base and selectively positions the abrasive machining spindle about the axis. The edge finishing unit position sensor is coupled to the support base and is oriented to detect a position of the abrasive machining spindle.

Abstract: A transmission apparatus and a transmission data protection method thereof are provided. The transmission apparatus stores a data table, a bloom filter, a first randomization array, a plurality of second randomization arrays and an identifier of each of the second randomization arrays. The bloom filter has a plurality of independent hash functions. The transmission apparatus generates a current original datum according to the data table; inputs the current original datum to the bloom filter as a current input datum of the bloom filter to output a current bloom datum; randomizes the current bloom datum according to the first randomization array to generate a current first randomized datum; randomizes the current first randomized datum according to one of the second randomization arrays to generate a current second randomized datum; and transmits a data signal carrying the current second randomized datum and an identification datum to another transmission apparatus.

Abstract: A substrate structure is provided, which includes: a substrate body having a plurality of conductive pads; an insulating layer formed on the substrate body and exposing the conductive pads; a plurality of conductive vias formed in the insulating layer and electrically connected to the conductive pads; a plurality of circuits formed on the conductive vias and in the insulating layer, wherein the circuits are greater in width than the conductive vias; and a plurality of conductive posts formed on the circuits and the insulating layer, wherein each of the conductive posts has a width greater than or equal to that of each of the circuits. The conductive vias, the circuits and the conductive posts are integrally formed. As such, micro-chips or fine-pitch conductive pads can be electrically connected to the substrate structure in a flip-chip manner.

Abstract: A mobile device auxiliary battery is disclosed. The mobile device auxiliary battery can supply electric current to the mobile device. A processing device associated with the auxiliary battery may be wirelessly connected to the mobile device, such as with a Bluetooth interface, and thereby control operational aspects of the battery, including for example control over supplying power to the mobile device. The auxiliary battery may be part of a charging system or kit that includes a uniquely designed separate charger or part of a protective case. In yet another aspect, the protective case may include unitary bumper flexible bumper co-molded to the body of the case and a male connector extending from a nested portion that is adapted to tilt outward from the case to facilitate insertion of the corresponding female port on the mobile device into the connector and into the case.

Abstract: A head mounted display (HMD) includes a first transparent light source, a first micro-lens array panel and a first transparent LCD panel. The first transparent light source emits a plurality of pin-lights along a first light projection path. The first micro-lens array panel having a plurality of micro-lens, and the micro-lens respectively receive the pin-lights and adjust characteristics of projection surfaces of the pin-lights to generate a plurality of adjusted lights. The first transparent LCD panel receives the adjusted lights and generates a first display image according to the adjusted lights.

Abstract: A head-mounted display device including a display system and a light modulator is provided. The display system is configured to selectively display a first content to be visually recognized as being superimposed on a scenery of a surrounding environment, or not display the first content. The light modulator, positioned between the display system and the surrounding environment, includes an array of pixels, wherein a portion of the pixels is configured to modulate light to present a display of a second content, while the rest of the pixels are configured to be substantially transparent to light.

Abstract: An inverter and a control method are disclosed herein. The inverter includes a first switching circuit, a second switching circuit, and a DC-AC converting circuit. The first switching circuit is configured to selectively switch between connecting a first input terminal receiving an AC source and an output terminal of the inverter, and connecting a second input terminal receiving a DC source and the output terminal of the inverter. The second switching circuit is configured such that the first input terminal and the output terminal are connected during the switching process of the first switching circuit. The DC-AC converting circuit is electrically coupled between the second input terminal and the first switching circuit and configured to be operated in a current control mode to convert the DC source to AC power when the first switching circuit is switched to connect the second input terminal and the output terminal.

Abstract: A negative over-current protection circuit for a switching inverting converter is provided. The circuit contains an energy-storing element coupled to a power switch via a switching node, a current sensor adapted to sense a current at the switching node and to convert the current into a voltage. The circuit also contains a converter adapted to convert the voltage into a first current associated with a first domain, a level shifter adapted to convert the first current into a second current associated with a second domain and a current comparator adapted to compare the second current with a reference current and to provide a logic signal based on the comparison. A method of protecting a switching converter from an over-current is also provided.

Abstract: A negative over-current protection circuit for a switching inverting converter is provided. The circuit contains an energy-storing element coupled to a power switch via a switching node, a current sensor adapted to sense a current at the switching node and to convert the current into a voltage. The circuit also contains a converter adapted to convert the voltage into a first current associated with a first domain, a level shifter adapted to convert the first current into a second current associated with a second domain and a current comparator adapted to compare the second current with a reference current and to provide a logic signal based on the comparison. A method of protecting a switching converter from an over-current is also provided.