Patents by Inventor Tung Chou
Tung Chou has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20110252448Abstract: A broadcasting system for AV program selection comprising a network, an AV signal providing system, a user device and a digital AV signal processing device is proposed. The network, the AV signal providing system, the user device and the digital AV signal processing device are in communication with each other via the network. A broadcasting method is applied to the AV signal providing system. The broadcasting method comprises steps of: providing a plurality of AV programs for selection; and transmitting an AV signal corresponding to a selected one of the plurality of AV programs to the digital AV signal processing device in response to a user's selecting operation on an AV program menu revealed by way of the digital AV signal processing device, wherein the AV program menu contains information of only partial the plurality of AV programs, and is created by way of the user device.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2011Publication date: October 13, 2011Applicant: ALPHA NETWORKS INC.Inventor: TUNG-CHOU LEE
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Method of Recovering Aqueous N-methylmorpholine-N-Oxide Solution Used in Production of Lyocell Fiber
Publication number: 20110226427Abstract: A method of recovering an aqueous N-methylmorpholine-N-oxide (NMMO) solution used in production of Lyocell fiber includes: decoloring the aqueous NMMO solution by mixing the same with activated carbon using an agitation blower and by alternately energizing and de-energizing the agitation blower to contact the activated carbon with the aqueous NMMO solution thoroughly in an energy-efficient manner; filtering the aqueous NMMO solution which has been decolored through coarse filtration followed by ultrafiltration to remove the activated carbon and impurities from the aqueous NMMO solution; and concentrating the aqueous NMMO solution which has been filtered using one of a mechanical vapor recompression evaporator and a triple effect evaporator to remove water from the aqueous NMMO solution.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 18, 2010Publication date: September 22, 2011Applicant: Acelon Chemicals & Fiber CorporationInventors: Wen-Tung Chou, Ming-Yi Lai, Kun-Shan Huang -
Publication number: 20110156303Abstract: The present invention provides a “spunbond wetlaid method for producing non-woven fabrics from natural cellulose” using pulp as raw material and N-methylmorpholine N-oxide (NMMO) as solvent for dissolving into dope. Then, the dope is extruded out of a spinneret to form filament bundle by spunbond method. The dope is extruded out of a spinneret bank of grouped spinnerets to form filament bundle for further stretching process under quench condition. The filament bundle is coagulated with regeneration in a coagulating solution. The coagulated filament bundle is rapidly stretched under high pressure by an air draw-off machine. The stretched filament bundle is collected and stacked on a collecting net as web nonwoven. After post treatments of water rinsing, hydro-entangled needle punching, drying, winding-up and the like have been orderly applied then final product of nonwoven fabrics with continuous filament are produced from natural cellulose.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2010Publication date: June 30, 2011Applicant: Acelon Chemical and Fiber CorporationInventors: Wen-Tung CHOU, Ming-Yi Lai, Kun-Shan Huang
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Publication number: 20110154627Abstract: The present invention provides a meltblown wetlaid method for producing non-woven fabrics from natural cellulose using pulp as raw material and N-methylmorpholine N-oxide (NMMO) as solvent for dissolving into dope. The dope is then extruded out of a spinneret to form filament bundle by meltblown method. Subsequently, by means of ejecting mist aerosol of water, the filament bundle is coagulated with regeneration. Via post treatments of water rinsing, hydro-entangled needle punching, drying, winding-up and the like have been orderly applied, then final product of nonwoven fabrics with continuous filament are produced from natural cellulose.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 27, 2010Publication date: June 30, 2011Applicant: Acelon Chemical and Fiber CorporationInventors: Wen-Tung Chou, Ming-Yi Lai, Kun-Shan Huang
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Publication number: 20110156299Abstract: The present invention provides a meltblown wetlaid method for producing non-woven fabrics with anti-mildew, anti-bacteria and deodorizing capabilities from natural cellulose. The method comprises selecting wood pulp as raw material and using N-methylmorpholine N-oxide (NMMO) as dissolving solvent and 1,3-phenylene-bis 2-oxazoline (BOX) as stabilizer to form mixed cellulose mucilage as well as using modified and nano-miniaturized natural chitosan as additive for blending and dissolution to form cellulose dope. By meltblown method, the dope is extruded out of spinnerets to form filament bundle, then by ejecting mist aerosol of water, the filament bundle is coagulated with regeneration. After post treatments of water rinsing, hydro-entangled needle punching, drying, winding-up and the like having been orderly applied, then final product for nonwoven fabric of continuous filament with anti-mildew, anti-bacteria and deodorizing capabilities is produced.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 10, 2010Publication date: June 30, 2011Applicant: Acelon Chemical and Fiber CorporationInventors: Wen-Tung CHOU, Ming-Yi Lai, Kun-Shan Huang
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Publication number: 20110035945Abstract: A spoon with a bag clip is provided. The spoon has a handle that is provided with the clip, wherein the clip includes a clip arm provided to the handle of the spoon so that the clip arm and the handle jointly define a clip mouth, and the clip arm has a toothed surface. Thereby the spoon can be used to seal a bag and can act as a dining utensil, thus providing improved convenience.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 17, 2010Publication date: February 17, 2011Applicant: AURORAL INTERNATIONAL CORPORATIONInventor: TUNG CHOU
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Publication number: 20100325661Abstract: A video/audio broadcasting system and customized video/audio broadcasting method selects a corresponding graphic user interface among multiple graphic user interfaces according to an operation of a user on the video/audio broadcasting system, and uses the corresponding graphic user interface to operate the video/audio broadcasting system, for receiving and broadcasting corresponding contents of a video/audio signal.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2010Publication date: December 23, 2010Applicant: ALPHA NETWORKS INC.Inventor: Tung-Chou LEE
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Patent number: 7839288Abstract: Disclosed is a sealing detection mechanism for detecting sealing of a closure fastened to a container having a top open end. The sealing detection mechanism includes a RFID tag mounted at a selected position of the closure, at least one operable tear portion formed at the closure, and at least one conductive unit electrically connected to the RFID tag and extended from the RFID tag to the closure to form a conductive circuit loop across the operable tear portion of the closure. A sealing guarantee device mounted is selectively mounted between the top open end of the container and the closure, which includes an upper portion, a lower portion, and a middle portion connected between the upper portion and the lower portion. The lower portion of the sealing guarantee device is provided with an annular flange protruding downward from the lower portion and a hollow portion between the lower portion and the flange.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2007Date of Patent: November 23, 2010Assignee: Chung Hua UniversityInventors: Chi-Hu Wang, Ching-Cheng Tien, Bore-Kuen Lee, Chi-Kuang Hwang, Chien-Jung Chiu, Chia-Wen Wu, In-Hang Chung, Tung-Chou Chen, Ming-Ching Yen, Jwu-E Chen
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Patent number: 7830260Abstract: A learning device using RFID tags is provided. The learning device includes a platform and at least one RFID tag unit. The tag unit includes at least one RFID tag with an identification code and a magnet at the inner space of the RFID tag unit. When the RFID tag unit is placed at an interrogation zone of the platform, the magnet actuates the magnet-induced switch to turn on and drives the power supply device to provide power. The signal S1 from the RFID tag is transmitted though the RFID reader for decoding and the processing unit for processing. The signal is sent to an audio/video output device for displaying and broadcasting. A plurality of platforms are formed a platform array, each of the platform including at least one receiver and at least one transmitter correspondent to the receiver, the transmitter transmitting a signal which represents the position of the transmitter, while the receiver receiving signals from the transmitter to recognize the relative positions of the platforms.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2007Date of Patent: November 9, 2010Assignee: Chung Hua UniversityInventors: Chi-Hu Wang, Ching-Cheng Tien, Chi-Kuang Hwang, Chien-Jung Chiu, Chia-Wen Wu, Bore-Kuen Lee, In-Hang Chung, Tung-Chou Chen, Ming-Ching Yen, Jwu-E Chen
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Publication number: 20100241967Abstract: A setting and modifying method of a user operating interface is used between a user device and a digital audio/video signal receiving and processing device through a network. The setting and modifying method includes the following steps. Firstly, the user device acquires a first user operating interface setting information from the digital audio/video signal receiving and processing device. Then, the contents of the first user operating interface setting information are modified to generate a second user operating interface setting information. Afterwards, the second user operating interface setting information is transmitted from the user device to the digital audio/video signal receiving and processing device through the network for setting the user operating interface.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 22, 2010Publication date: September 23, 2010Applicant: ALPHA NETWORKS INC.Inventor: TUNG-CHOU LEE
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Publication number: 20100149807Abstract: A light source apparatus including a first heat transfer element, a second heat transfer element, at least one first light emitting element, and at least one second light emitting element is provided. The first heat transfer element has a first carrying surface and a first heat dissipation surface opposite to the first carrying surface. The second heat transfer element surrounds the first heat transfer element and has a second carrying surface and a second heat dissipation surface opposite to the second carrying surface. The thermal resistance of the first heat transfer element is smaller than the thermal resistance of the second heat transfer element. The first and the second light emitting elements are disposed over the first and the second carrying surfaces respectively. The luminance of the first light emitting element is easier to vary with a change of temperature than the luminance of the second light emitting element.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 30, 2009Publication date: June 17, 2010Inventors: Tung-Chou Hu, Wei-Cheng Lo, Cheng Wang
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Patent number: 7737849Abstract: A switch detection device using RFID tags is disclosed. The switch detection device includes a RFID tag, a conducting circuit loop and a switch connected to the conducting circuit loop to form a control circuit. The switch is controlled to turn on or off, leading to the closing or opening of the control circuit. The RFID tag detects the state of the conducting circuit loop and transmits a signal representing the opened/closed state to a RFID reader. The switch detection device is incorporated to a turning operation mechanism which includes a lever lock assembly, a deadbolt lock assembly, a window sash lock assembly, an odometer wheel, a hinge provided with a first hinge member and a second hinge member interconnected by a central axle, a door closer, a water faucet, a rotatable switch, or a rotatable lock.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2007Date of Patent: June 15, 2010Assignee: Chung Hua UniversityInventors: Chi-Kuang Hwang, Chih-Hu Wang, Ching-Cheng Tien, In-Hang Chung, Bore-Kuen Lee, Tung-Chou Chen, Chia-Wen Wu, Chien-Jung Chiu, Ming-Ching Yen, Jwu-E Chen
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Patent number: 7663491Abstract: Disclosed is a substrate damage detection mechanism using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tag including a substrate, at least one RFID tag with a RFID chip, a RFID transmitter and at least one data input/output port and at least one conducting circuit loop arranged to cover the substrate and provided with a first end that is electrically connected to a reference voltage and a second end that is electrically connected to the data input/output port of the RFID tag. The RFID chip generates a conductive code when the conducting circuit loop is originally conducting and generates a open-circuit code when the conducting circuit loop becomes open circuit resulting from the damage of the substrate in which both the conductive code and the open-circuit code are transmitted by the RFID transmitter and received by a RFID reader to determine the damage of the substrate.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2006Date of Patent: February 16, 2010Assignee: Chung Hua UniversityInventors: Chi-Kuang Hwang, In-Hang Chung, Chih-Hu Wang, Ching-Cheng Tien, Bore-Kuen Lee, Tung-Chou Chen, Chia-Wen Wu, Chien-Jung Chiu, Ming-Ching Yen, Jwu-E Chen
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Publication number: 20090227784Abstract: The present invention relates a processing method for nano-miniaturizing chitosan of modifying property, which degrades the chitosan of high molecular weight down to the chitosan of middle and low molecular weight, then primarily nano-miniaturizes the interim chitosan by quaternary ammonium salt/synthesis, finally yield the nano-miniaturized chitosan of modified property by sol-gel method to have features in good biocompatibility and bioactivity to be served as additive material in products of cosmetics, medical treatment, hygiene, health care, biomedicine, agriculture, textile, food and so like so that not only the antiseptic, moisture-retentive and deodorizing capabilities can be promoted but also the processing cost can be reduced due to easiness of the mass production.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 31, 2008Publication date: September 10, 2009Applicant: Acelon Chemical and Fiber CorporationInventors: Wen-Tung Chou, Ming-Yi Lai, Kun-Shan Huang, Wei-Chun Chen
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Publication number: 20090166916Abstract: The present invention provides a processing method of the natural cellulose fiber with feature for enhancing the capability of antifungi, antibacteria and deodorization. The procedure is that firstly modify and reduce the properties of the natural chitosan of high polymer material to nanometer scale; secondly dunk the chitosan into the syrup-like mixture of wood pulp and NMMO solvent to yield quasi-dope; thirdly dehydrate the quasi-dope of paste mixture to form the mud-like dope; fourthly spin the dope by dryjet wet spinning method; fifthly regenerate the filament in coagulation bath, water rinse and dry; finally water rinse, dry, apply the lubricant to finish. The water soluble chitosan, which has been treated by property modification and reduced to nanometer scale, can effectively and completely solve in the cellulose of low DP to offer wider extent of selection in the DP and better flexibility of adding percentage in content of modified chitosan.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 31, 2008Publication date: July 2, 2009Applicant: Acelon Chemical and Fiber CorporationInventors: Wen-Tung Chou, Ming-Yi Lai, Kun-Shan Huang
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Patent number: 7399399Abstract: A method for manufacturing a semiconductor package is proposed. A circuit board with a circuit layer on at least one surface thereof is provided. The circuit board has at least one free area, and the circuit layer has a plurality of electrically connecting pads distributed on the periphery of the free area. A metal protecting layer is plated on the electrically connecting pads by non-plating line. The free area is removed, to form a cavity penetrating the circuit board. The present invention prevents burrs which may otherwise form on the periphery of a cavity, to increase the yield and throughput.Type: GrantFiled: September 18, 2006Date of Patent: July 15, 2008Assignee: Phoenix Precision Technology CorporationInventors: E-Tung Chou, Che-Wei Hsu, Tzu-Sheng Tseng
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Patent number: 7396753Abstract: A semiconductor package substrate is provided having a plurality of bonding pads on at least one surface thereof and covered by a conductive film. A photoresist layer formed over the conductive film has a plurality of first openings for exposing portions of the conductive film corresponding to the bonding pads. The exposed portions of the conductive film is removed to expose the bonding pads respectively via the first openings. The exposed bonding pads are plated with a metal layer respectively. Then, the photoresist layer and the remainder of the conductive film covered by the photoresist layer are removed. A solder mask having a plurality of second openings may be formed on the surface of the substrate, and allows the plated metal layer on the bonding pads respectively to be exposed via the second openings.Type: GrantFiled: September 8, 2005Date of Patent: July 8, 2008Assignee: Phoenix Precision Technology CorporationInventors: Chih-Liang Chu, E-Tung Chou, Lin-Yin Wong
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Publication number: 20080061972Abstract: Disclosed is a substrate damage detection mechanism using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tag including a substrate, at least one RFID tag with a RFID chip, a RFID transmitter and at least one data input/output port and at least one conducting circuit loop arranged to cover the substrate and provided with a first end that is electrically connected to a reference voltage and a second end that is electrically connected to the data input/output port of the RFID tag. The RFID chip generates a conductive code when the conducting circuit loop is originally conducting and generates a open-circuit code when the conducting circuit loop becomes open circuit resulting from the damage of the substrate in which both the conductive code and the open-circuit code are transmitted by the RFID transmitter and received by a RFID reader to determine the damage of the substrate.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2006Publication date: March 13, 2008Inventors: Chi-Kuang Hwang, In-Hang Chung, Chih-Hu Wang, Ching-Cheng Tien, Bore-Kuen Lee, Tung-Chou Chen, Chia-Wen Wu, Chien-Jung Chiu, Ming-Ching Yen, Jwu-E Chen
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Publication number: 20080048869Abstract: A learning device using RFID tags is provided. The learning device includes a platform and at least one RFID tag unit. The tag unit includes at least one RFID tag with an identification code and a magnet at the inner space of the RFID tag unit. When the RFID tag unit is placed at an interrogation zone of the platform, the magnet actuates the magnet-induced switch to turn on and drives the power supply device to provide power. The signal S1 from the RFID tag is transmitted though the RFID reader for decoding and the processing unit for processing. The signal is sent to an audio/video output device for displaying and broadcasting. A plurality of platforms are formed a platform array, each of the platform including at least one receiver and at least one transmitter correspondent to the receiver, the transmitter transmitting a signal which represents the position of the transmitter, while the receiver receiving signals from the transmitter to recognize the relative positions of the platforms.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 27, 2007Publication date: February 28, 2008Inventors: Chih-Hu Wang, Ching-Cheng Tien, Chi-Kuang Hwang, Chien-Jung Chiu, Chia-Wen Wu, Bore-Kuen Lee, In-Hang Chung, Tung-Chou Chen, Ming-Ching Yen, Jwu-E Chen
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Publication number: 20080007408Abstract: A switch detection device using RFID tags is disclosed. The switch detection device includes a RFID tag, a conducting circuit loop and a switch connected to the conducting circuit loop to form a control circuit. The switch is controlled to turn on or off, leading to the closing or opening of the control circuit. The RFID tag detects the state of the conducting circuit loop and transmits a signal representing the opened/closed state to a RFID reader. The switch detection device is incorporated to a turning operation mechanism which includes a lever lock assembly, a deadbolt lock assembly, a window sash lock assembly, an odometer wheel, a hinge provided with a first hinge member and a second hinge member interconnected by a central axle, a door closer, a water faucet, a rotatable switch, or a rotatable lock.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 27, 2007Publication date: January 10, 2008Inventors: Chi-Kuang Hwang, Chih-Hu Wang, Ching-Cheng Tien, In-Hang Chung, Bore-Kuen Lee, Tung-Chou Chen, Chia-Wen Wu, Chien-Jung Chiu, Ming-Ching Yen, Jwu-E Chen