Abstract: A co-sensitized dye-sensitized solar cell (DSC) is provided, made from a transparent substrate and a transparent conductive oxide (TCO) film overlying the transparent substrate. An n-type semiconductor layer overlies the TCO, and is co-sensitized with a first dye (D1) and a second dye (D2). A redox electrolyte is in contact with the co-sensitized n-type semiconductor layer, and a counter electrode overlies the redox electrolyte. The first dye (D1) has a first optical absorbance local maxima at a first wavelength (A1) and a second optical absorbance local maxima at a second wavelength (A2), longer than the first wavelength. The second dye (D2) has a third optical absorbance local maxima at a third wavelength (A3) between the first wavelength (A1) and the second wavelength (A2). In one aspect, the first dye (D1) includes a porphyrin material, for example, a metalloporphyrin obtained by complexation with a transition metal such as zinc (i.e. zinc porphyrin (ZnP)).

Abstract: A dye-sensitized solar cell (DSC) is provided with energy-donor enhancement. A transparent conductive oxide (TCO) film is formed overlying a transparent substrate, and an n-type semiconductor layer is formed overlying the TCO. The n-type semiconductor layer is exposed to a dissolved dye (D1) having optical absorbance local maximums at a first wavelength (A1) and second wavelength (A2), longer than the first wavelength. The n-type semiconductor layer is functionalized with the dye (D1), forming a sensitized n-type semiconductor layer. A redox electrolyte is added that includes a dissolved energy-donor material (ED1) in contact with the sensitized n-type semiconductor layer. The energy-donor material (ED1) is capable of non-radiative energy transfer to the dye (D1), which is capable of charge transfer to the n-type semiconductor.

Abstract: A photosensitive input device includes a stylus, a photosensitive input panel including an induction layer, a photoelectric detecting circuit, a driving circuit, a controller, and a storage device. The induction layer includes a plurality of photosensitive units including a light-emitting element and a light-receiving element together. The photosensitive element outputs a current when struck by the light from the stylus, the current intensity being dependent on the wavelength of the emitted light. The photoelectric detecting circuit determines coordinates based on the induced current and the intensity of the induced current. The driving circuit generates a driving current or a reduced or a zero current in response, based on a pre-determined table and outputs the driving current to show the track of the stylus-light across the input panel, by illuminating the relevant light-emitting elements or by switching down or switching off the relevant light-emitting elements.

Abstract: A photosensitive input device includes a stylus, a photosensitive input panel including an induction layer, a photoelectric detecting circuit, a driving circuit, a controller, and a storage device. The induction layer includes a plurality of units including a light-emitting element and a photosensitive element. The photosensitive element outputs an induced current when struck by the stylus. The photoelectric detecting circuit determines coordinates of the photosensitive element generating the induced current and the intensity of the induced current. The driving circuit generates a driving current in response to the controller based on the induced current and the illuminated icon, and outputs the driving current to the light-emitting elements for adjusting the brightness of the light-emitting elements.

Abstract: A method is provided for the electrochemical synthesis of selenium (Se) nanoparticles (NPs). The method forms a first solution including a Se containing material and a stabilizing first ligand, dissolved in a first solvent. The first solution is exposed to an electric field, and in response to the electric field, a second solution is formed with dispersed SeNPs. The Se containing material has either a nonzero or positive oxidation state. In one particular aspect, the first solution is formed by dissolving Se dioxide (SeO2) in water to form selenosis acid (H2SeO3).

Abstract: An electronic paper (E-paper) display device includes a first substrate comprising at least one side wall having a high reflectance film coated thereon, an E-paper layer, and a second substrate. A light source installed beside and facing the at least one sidewall of the first substrate, the light source being configured for illuminating the E-paper layer with some of the light from the light source directly illuminating the E-paper layer and some of the light from the light source illuminating the E-paper layer via the reflection of the high reflectance film.

Abstract: Methods are provided for fabricating a solution-processed metal and mixed-metal selenide semiconductor using a selenium (Se) film layer. One aspect provides a conductive substrate and deposits a first Se film layer over the conductive substrate. A first solution, including a first material set of metal salts, metal complexes, or combinations thereof, is dissolved in a solvent and deposited on the first Se film layer. A first intermediate film comprising metal precursors is formed from corresponding members of the first material set. In one aspect, a plurality of intermediate films is formed using metal precursors from the first material set or a different material set. In another aspect, a second Se film layer is formed overlying the intermediate film(s). Thermal annealing is performed in an environment including hydrogen (H2), hydrogen selenide (H2Se), or Se/H2. The metal precursors are transformed in the intermediate film(s), and a metal selenide-containing semiconductor is formed.

Abstract: A method for scheduling information includes receiving modulated first pilot information at a base station (BS). A power carried in the modulated first pilot information is obtained according to the modulated first pilot information. The BS schedules uplink or downlink information for a terminal according to the power carried in the modulated first pilot information.

Abstract: A solid-state hole transport composite material (ssHTM) is provided. The ssHTM is made from a neutral charge first p-type organic semiconductor, and a chemically oxidized first p-type semiconductor, where the dopants are silver(I) containing materials. A reduced form of the silver(I) containing material is also retained as functional component in the ssHTM. In one aspect, the silver(I) containing material is silver bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide (TFSI). In another aspect, the first p-type organic semiconductor is 2,2?,7,7?-tetrakis(N,N-di-p-methoxyphenylamine)-9,9?-spirobifluorene (Spiro-OMeTAD). In one variation, the ssHTM additionally includes a first p-type organic semiconductor doped with an ionic dopant such as lithium (Li+), sodium (Na+), potassium (K+), or combinations of the above-mentioned materials. Also provided are a method for synthesizing the above-described ssHTM, and a solid-state dye solar cell (ssDSC) fabricated from the ssHTM.

Abstract: A capacitive pressure sensing element includes a main body, a power supply with a positive electrode and a negative electrode connected to a first electrode and a second electrode mounted on the main body, a first sheet metal electrically connected to the first electrode, a second sheet metal, and a spring element connected between the second electrode and the second sheet metal. When the spring element is uncompressed, the second sheet metal is misaligned relative to the first sheet metal. When the spring element is compressed, the second sheet metal is move towards the first end to a position with a reduced misalignment degree relative to the first sheet metal, thereby the portion of the first sheet metal squarely opposing the second sheet metal is increased to generate an inductive capacitance between the first sheet metal and the second sheet metal. A related stylus is also provided.

Abstract: A dye-sensitized solar cell (DSC) is provided, made from an anode layer of tin oxide (SnO2) coated titanium oxide (TiO2) nanostructures that overlie a substrate top surface. A dye overlies the anode layer, and a cathode overlies the dye. The cathode may be a hole conducting layer having a solid state phase or a redox electrolyte, with a counter electrode. The TiO2 nanostructures may be TiO2 nanoparticles, TiO2 nanowires, or TiO2 nanotubes. In the case of TiO2 nanowires or TiO2 nanotubes, their center axes are perpendicular to the substrate top surface. Regardless of the TiO2 nanostructure morphology, the SnO2 coating thickness is in the range of 2 to 10 nanometers (nm). In one aspect, the SnO2 coated TiO2 nanostructures have a dielectric layer shell, which may have a thickness in the range of 0.3 to 2 nm.

Abstract: A solid-state hole transport composite material (ssHTM) is provided made from a p-type organic semiconductor and a dopant material serving as a source for either sodium (Na+) or potassium (K+) ions. The p-type organic semiconductor may be molecular (a collection of discrete molecules, that are either chemically identical or different), oligomeric, polymeric materials, or combinations thereof. In one aspect, the p-type organic semiconductor is 2,2?,7,7?-tetrakis(N,N-di-p-methoxyphenylamine)-9,9?-spirobifluorene (Spiro-OMeTAD). The dopant material is an inorganic or organic material salt. A solid-state dye-sensitized solar cell (ssDSC) with the above-described ssHTM, is also provided.

Abstract: A smart TV is provided. The smart TV has a network interface, configured to connect the smart TV with a mobile device via a network; and a processing unit, configured to execute a first remote virtual keyboard application for activating a remote virtual keyboard mode of the smart TV; wherein the processing unit further generates an input interface comprising a first virtual keyboard when the smart TV generates an input column in response to an input demand; wherein when the remote virtual keyboard mode of the smart TV is activated and there is the input demand, the processing unit hides the first virtual keyboard without being displayed, and uses the mobile device to replace the hidden first virtual keyboard for accepting input from a user.

Abstract: A chargeable case of an electronic device includes an envelop body for enveloping an electronic device therein, a receiving coil, a power output interface and a built-in AC/DC rectifying circuit. The receiving coil wirelessly receives alternating current from a power supply device. The power output interface connects a power input interface of the electronic device. The AC/DC rectifying circuit is connected the receiving coil and the power output interface. The AC/DC rectifying circuit converts the received alternating current into direct current and supplies the direct current to the power output interface for charging the electronic device. A charging system is also disclosed.

Abstract: A cover for mounting to a Universal Serial Bus (USB) electronic device, the USB electronic device includes a shell defining an opening and a USB connector exposed at the opening. The USB connector includes a GND pin and an ID pin. The cover includes a main body and an elastomeric push button; the main body engagably attaches to the shell and covers the opening; the elastomeric push button is formed on the main body and is configured for powering on or off the USB electronic device; the elastomeric push button includes two metal pins connected with each other and configured for short-circuiting the GND pin to the ID pin when the elastomeric push button is depressed.

Abstract: An ultraviolet treatment method is provided for a metal oxide electrode. A metal oxide electrode is exposed to an ultraviolet (UV) light source in a humid environment. The metal oxide electrode is then treated with a moiety having at least one anchor group, where the anchor group is a chemical group capable of promoting communication between the moiety and the metal oxide electrode. As a result, the moiety is bound to the metal oxide electrode. In one aspect the metal oxide electrode is treated with a photoactive moiety. Exposing the metal oxide electrode to the UV light source in the humid environment induces surface defects in the metal oxide electrode in the form of oxygen vacancies. In response to the humidity, atmospheric water competes favorably with oxygen for dissociative adsorption on the metal oxide electrode surface, and hydroxylation of the metal oxide electrode surface is induced.

Abstract: A method for obtaining an olefin is disclosed, the method comprising subjecting a paraffin to dehydrogenation in the absence of oxygen and in the presence of a catalyst comprising a crystalline substrate, to obtain an olefin. The catalyst includes an inert stabilizing agent for maintaining the catalyst crystal structure. The catalyst may be regenerated by being subjected, in air, to a temperature between about 550° C. and about 750° C., for a period of time between about 15 minutes and about 4 hours.

Abstract: The invention discloses a production method for nanofibers of metal oxide, wherein the metal oxide is a metal oxide of at least one metal selected from Sc, Y, La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Gd, Dy, Ho, Yb, Zr, Sr, Ba, Mn, Fe, Co, Mg and Ga, comprising: a) spinning a compound precursor containing a salt of the metal, to produce nanofibers of the precursor containing the metal oxide; and b) calcining the nanofibers of the precursor containing the salt of the metal at a temperature in a range of from 500° C. to 800° C., to obtain nanofibers of metal oxide containing the at least one metal element. The invention further discloses nanofibers of metal oxide, a solid electrolyte material, a fuel cell and an oxygen sensor.

Abstract: A method for obtaining an olefin is disclosed, the method comprising subjecting a paraffin to dehydrogenation in the absence of oxygen and in the presence of a catalyst comprising a crystalline substrate, to obtain an olefin. The catalyst includes an inert stabilizing agent for maintaining the catalyst crystal structure. The catalyst may be regenerated by being subjected, in air, to a temperature between about 550° C. and about 750° C., for a period of time between about 15 minutes and about 4 hours.

Abstract: An electrophoretic display device includes a common electrode, an electrophoresis layer, and pixel electrodes. The electrophoretic layer includes cavities, with each cavity arranged between one of the pixel electrodes and the common electrode, and comprises suspension fluid, first type charged particles, and second type charged particles. The first type charged particles and the second type charged particles are dispersed in the suspension fluid. Three cavities constitute a pixel unit. The first type charged particles and the second type charged particles in each of the three cavities constituting the pixel unit are one of red, green, and blue particles, and one of yellow, magenta, and cyan particles, respectively.