Abstract: A highly reliable, high-productivity package equipped with a semiconductor chip, and a method for producing the same. In a package (100) comprising a semiconductor chip (10) and a mounting substrate (30), a plurality of electrode terminals (12) are formed on the surface (10a) of the semiconductor chip (10) opposing the mounting substrate side, connection terminals (32) respectively corresponding to the plurality of electrode terminals (12), are formed on the mounting substrate (30), the connection terminals (32) on the mounting substrate (30) and the electrode terminals (12) are electrically connected collectively by solder bumps (17) formed in self-assembly, an electrode pattern (20) not connected with the electrode terminals (12) and the connection terminals (32) is formed on the chip surface (10a) or the surface (35) of the mounting substrate (30) corresponding to the chip surface (10a), and solder (19) is accumulated on the electrode pattern (20).

Abstract: A liquid epoxy resin composition comprising (A) a liquid epoxy resin, (B) a curing agent, (C) an inorganic filler, (D) a hygroscopic agent, and optionally, (E) a fluxing agent has the advantages of void-free fill, shelf stability and solder connection, and is thus advantageously used in the fabrication of flip chip semiconductor devices by the no-flow method.

Abstract: A die bonding agent comprising (A) an epoxy resin, (B) a curing agent, and (C) an inorganic filler, the die bonding agent having a viscosity ratio, V1/V2, ranging (i) from 1.5 to 4 at a temperature of from room temperature to 50° C., and (ii) from 0.5 to less than 1.5 at a temperature at which the die bonding agent hardens in 0.5 hour to 1.5 hours, the viscosities being measured in 10 minutes after the die bonding agent is placed on a sample stage of a Brook Field viscometer, wherein V1 is a viscosity measured by stirring 0.5 ml of the die bonding agent with a No. 51 spindle at 0.5 rpm and V2 is a viscosity measured by stirring 0.5 ml of the die bonding agent with a No. 51 spindle at 5 rpm in the Brook Field viscometer.

Abstract: A semiconductor device with a semiconductor chip and electrical connecting elements to a conductor structure and a method for producing the same is disclosed. In one embodiment, the conductor structure has a chip island and contact terminal areas. These are arranged in a coplanar manner in relation to each other. The semi-conductor structure is selectively coated by a filled plastic film. Both the semiconductor chip and the electrical connecting elements are mechanically fixed and electrically connected by means of the film-covered chip island and the film-covered contact terminal areas, respectively.

Abstract: The invention enhances moisture resistance between a supporting body and an adhesive layer to enhance the reliability of a semiconductor device. A semiconductor device of the invention has a first insulation film formed on a semiconductor element, a first wiring formed on the first insulation film, a supporting body formed on the semiconductor element with an adhesive layer being interposed therebetween, a third insulation film covering the back surface of the semiconductor element onto the side surface thereof and the side surface of the adhesive layer, a second wiring connected to the first wiring and extending onto the back surface of the semiconductor element with the third insulation film being interposed therebetween, and a protection film formed on the second wiring.

Abstract: A semiconductor device includes a first insulating film that includes a first opening reaching a substrate and that is provided on the substrate, a second insulating film that includes a second opening reaching the substrate through the first opening of the first insulating film and that covers the first insulating film, and a conductive pattern that is provided on the second insulating film so as to be in contact with the substrate through the second opening of the second insulating film.

Abstract: A semiconductor device is disclosed, which comprises a semiconductor element in which a laminated film composed of a plurality of layers including an insulating film is formed on a surface of a semiconductor substrate, and a portion of the laminated film is removed from the surface of the semiconductor substrate so that the semiconductor substrate is exposed at the portion, a mounting substrate on which the semiconductor element is mounted, and a resin layer which seals at least a surface side of the semiconductor element with resin.

Abstract: An aluminum nitride (AlN) thin-film is applied over thin-film metallic circuitry such as an environmental sensor, on the side edges of electrode pads, and/or over some or all of the surface area of a substrate. The thin-film acts to protect the encapsulated structures from exposure to oxidation and from reducing and vacuum environments, electrically insulates the encapsulated structures from other structures, and helps to securely adhere the structures to the substrate surface. The AlN thin-film can also enable multiple IC layers to be stacked on top of each other, with AlN thin-film interlayers employed between IC layers such that each IC layer is separated and electrically insulated from adjacent layers.

Abstract: A semiconductor wafer and the process for aligning wafer level underfill material coated chips with a substrate via alignment marks made visible through laser dicing.

Abstract: A submerged gas processor in the form of an evaporator or a submerged gas reactor includes a vessel, a gas delivery tube partially disposed within the vessel to deliver a gas into the vessel and a process fluid inlet that provides a process fluid to the vessel at a rate sufficient to maintain a controlled constant level of fluid within the vessel. A weir is disposed within the vessel adjacent the gas delivery tube to form a first fluid circulation path between a first weir end and a wall of the vessel and a second fluid circulation path between a second weir end and an upper end of the vessel. During operation, gas introduced through the tube mixes with the process fluid and the combined gas and fluid flow at a high rate with a high degree of turbulence along the first and second circulation paths defined around the weir, thereby promoting vigorous mixing and intimate contact between the gas and the process fluid.

Abstract: A method of imprinting patterns, which is capable of enhancing the arrangement accuracy of a mold.

Abstract: In a method of manufacturing an optical device, a whole substrate is first prepared which has a plurality of regions corresponding to substrates constituting a plurality of optical devices, respectively. A plurality of chips are then mounted to the plurality of regions, respectively. A whole sealing member having a plurality of sealing members is integrally attached to the whole substrate to form an intermediate body. The intermediate body is divided into the above-described regions. Thus, the optical device having a substrate, a chip as an optical element mounted to the substrate and a sealing member with transparency provided at the substrate for the purpose of sealing the chip is manufactured. This manufacturing method improves the efficiency of manufacturing an optical device.

Abstract: The invention relates to a master substrate, a method for making a high-density relief structure, and optical discs replicated with the high-density relief structure, the master substrate comprising a substrate layer (10) and a recording stack deposited on the substrate layer, the recording stack comprising: a mask layer (12) an interface layer (11) sandwiched between said mask layer and the substrate, said mask layer comprising a recording material for forming marks and spaces representing an encoded data pattern, said forming of marks by thermal decomposition by a focused laser beam and said marks having a different phase than the unrecorded material. A very high-density relief structure is achieved.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing microchannel plate according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a first step of fabricating a multifiber having a polygonal cross-section by bundling a plurality of fibers; a second step of fabricating a microchannel plate base material by use of a plurality of the multifibers; and a third step of fabricating a microchannel plate out of the microchannel plate base material. The plurality of fibers include: a first fiber whose predetermined-thickness outer circumferential part surrounding a center part including a core is formed of a predetermined-component glass material; and a second fiber whose both center part including a core and outer circumferential part surrounding the same are formed of the predetermined-component glass material. The second fiber is arranged at, at least, one corner of a polygonal cross-section of the multifiber.

Abstract: A mold for a zonal optical element. The mold includes a circular portion at the mold side corresponding to the circular portion possessed by the zonal optical element; at least one zonal surface at the mold side corresponding to the zonal surface possessed by the zonal optical element; and at least one corner portion between said boundary portion at the mold side and said zonal surface at the mold side wherein said corner portion is in a sharpened state formed by bringing a raked surface of a tip into contact with a portion a portion corresponding to said boundary wall surface.

Abstract: An inflatable membrane pressing apparatus (1) for a film or coating application or lamination process comprising:—a supporting means (20) for supporting an article, —an inflatable membrane device (30) comprising a pressurized fluid accumulator (35,36) a face of which is partly formed by an inflatable membrane (35); —a holding frame (10) for holding the supporting means and the inflatable membrane device in a spaced apart relationship with the inflatable membrane facing the supporting means; and—a pressurized fluid admission/release means (40) for introducing and releasing pressurized fluid in and from the fluid accumulator to inflate and deflate the membrane, wherein the pressurized fluid admission/release means comprises a pressure relief valve (42) for controlling the pressure of the fluid within the accumulator.

Abstract: The tire repair tools and method preferably includes a rasp tool, an insertion tool and a power tool. The rasp tool preferably includes a modified drill bit and a quick release end. The quick release end is preferably inserted into a quick chuck. The insertion tool preferably includes a plug retention end, a shank and the quick release end. A plug slot is disposed in the plug retention end. A sealing plug is inserted into the plug slot, similar to a prior art tire repair tool. In a second embodiment, the quick release ends are replaced with a socket end. In a third embodiment, the quick release ends are replaced with a T-handle. The rasp tool cleans out a tire hole and the insertion tool is used to inserted the sealing plug with a drill, ratchet or T-handle.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of manufacturing a hard foam that can be used as a high-voltage insulating material in high-voltage generators and other high-voltage applications. The invention further relates to a device for carrying out such a method. In accordance with the method, a filling material (5) comprising substantially ball-shaped, preferably hollow particles is fed to a container (1). Subsequently, the filling material (5) is compressed by means of a high pressure (Pi). Subsequently, a liquid binder material is injected under high pressure (P2) into the compressed filling material (5) via an injection orifice (7) and is hardened. Preferably the filling material (5) comprises a mixture of relatively large particles having a diameter between 30 and 100 ?m and of relatively small particles having a diameter between 5 and 30 ?m. The method results in a hard foam having a relatively high density of the ball-shaped particles and a good binding between the ball-shaped parts.

Abstract: Plastic material is injected into a chamber defined between a female mold member and a male mold member, while air is evacuated from the chamber. In the evacuation step, the air contained in the forming chamber progressively exits from the mold under the pressure of the melted plastic material through a multiplicity of slits made on the female element at different heights along the above-mentioned central axis. The slits have dimensions such as to allow the passage of the air and at the same time to block the flow of the melted plastic material from the forming chamber.

Abstract: A method for extruding a rubber strip for tire constitutive members, allowing the facility to be made compact and having excellent energy efficiency, and a strip rubber extrusion system for carrying out the method. In the method for extruding a rubber strip for tire constitutive members according to the invention, the rubber to be extruded from an extruder (1) is warmed-up by a gear pump type warming-up machine (2) and directly fed to the extruder (1).

Abstract: A reinforced composite article and method for making the same. The article and method employ at least one elongated plastic member as a reinforcement phase. An intermediate form including the elongated member is made and can be processed, for example, to form a composite article with a smooth exposed reinforcement surface.

Abstract: A method of molding a second part onto a first part to form a molded product including placing a blank between a first mold half and a second mold half of a mold, where the first mold half includes at least one cavity, trimming the blank to form the first part, and injecting molten resin into the at least one cavity of the first mold half to mold the second part onto the first part.

Abstract: This invention relates to plastic glazing assemblies for vehicle tops, windows, headlamps, and taillights, as well as residential and commercial glazing, aircraft glazing, and sunglasses. More specifically, a method of manufacturing a plastic glazing assembly exhibiting a high level of weatherability and abrasion resistance is disclosed which integrates the in-mold application of a coating and the subsequent deposition of an abrasion resistant layer to a molded plastic part.

Abstract: Load-bearing articles are manufactured from shape defining compressible cores and thermoplastic shells. The manufacture of these articles requires specific methods and tools. Articles that can be manufactured using these methods include relatively lightweight pallets with high load-bearing capacity.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for manufacturing plastic containers having RFID tags embedded therein is disclosed. The bottles are manufactured using a blow-molding technique wherein an in-mold film having an RFID tag embedded therein is positioned or placed against the parison immediately prior to the blow mold being closed and the pressurized air being used to inflate the parison. The resulting container thus has an RFID tag fused thereto to allow for tracking and tracing of the container after manufacture, as well as providing a mechanism by which the authenticity of the bottle can be verified.

Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus and a method for panel/wafer molding. The present invention discloses a base with a first separation layer, an upper molding base with a second separation layer, a cheap molding layer and a vacuum panel bonding machine for bonding, a curing unit, a cleaning unit and a separating unit; wherein upper molding base is rectangular or round. Therefore the present invention providing a simple, cheap universal panel/wafer molding apparatus for a round or rectangular type panel, and does no harm to the chip active surface.

Abstract: According to the embodiments of the present invention, there is provided a split mold insert positioning device and a method of use thereof. More specifically, a split mold insert positioning device is provided. The split mold insert positioning device comprises a split mold insert positioning interface dimensioned in a complementary arrangement to a reference dimension of a given split mold insert; and a tooling interface for providing access to the given split mold insert when the split mold insert positioning interface is positioned over the given split mold insert.

Abstract: A process for forming a shaped three dimensional article, comprising the steps of deforming an intermediate form (10), including a plurality of thermoplastic elongated members that are initially movable relative to each other, while displaceably clamping the intermediate form during the deforming in such a way that while a force is applied for deforming the intermediate form, the intermediate form is free to move within a predetermined limit; and optionally at least partially consolidating the thermoplastic elongated members of the intermediate form for forming a three dimensional article having a predetermined orientation of the elongated members. An apparatus including a press (32) for forming the shaped three-dimensional article is also disclosed.

Abstract: In a stack mold or Tandem® molding machine (10) of FIG. 1 that employs injection compression techniques, a separation (?1 and ?2) between hot halves (24, 26) and cold halves (28, 30) of first and second molds (15, 16) is controlled by sensed distance measurements between a centre-section carrier (17) and end platens (18, 20) on which the molds (15, 16) are mounted. First and second stroke cylinders (66, 68), under the control of machine controller (14) and subject to the sensed positions of the platens (18, 20), balance an injection compression stroke (FCLP) generated by a clamp assembly (48). Specifically, the stroke cylinders (66, 68) control a relative rate of closure between the two molds (15, 16) to provide, as appropriate, synchronous closure of the hot halves (24, 26) against the cold halves (28, 30).

Abstract: A mould for mounting between the relatively movable platens of an injection moulding press for injection impact compression moulding of an article includes a cavity plate formed with a depression, a core plate having a projecting core at least part of the outer surface of which is cylindrical and a closure plate movable relative to the core plate and the cavity plate and having a surface in sealing contact with the cylindrical outer surface of the core. A locking mechanism is provided to lock the closure plate relative to the cavity plate while permitting the core plate to move relative to the cavity plate.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a mold and a method of using the mold. The mold includes a first mold half, a second mold half and a stripper assembly. The first mold half defines a first mold half molding structure. The first and second mold halves are openable and closable along a mold opening axis. The second mold half includes a first sub-assembly defining a first sub-assembly molding structure and a second sub-assembly defining a second sub-assembly molding structure. The first and second sub-assembly molding structures are each matable with the first mold half molding structure to define a mold cavity. The first and second sub-assemblies are at least partially independently movable along the mold opening axis. The stripper assembly includes first and second split inserts. The first and second split inserts are movable along a stripper assembly axis that is normal to the mold opening axis.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing paint roller covers is disclosed in which the paint roller covers are manufactured from a seamless, tubular fabric sleeve having a backing made at least in part from a material having a lower melting point than material used for the pile of the seamless, tubular fabric sleeve. The seamless, tubular fabric sleeve is placed onto a cylindrical member, and heat is applied to cause the material having the lower melting point in the backing be activated to cause the backing of the seamless, tubular fabric sleeve to remain in a cylindrical configuration. The activated tubular knitted pile fabric may be finished into paint roller covers by combing and shearing the pile fabric to a desired length, beveling the edges of the paint roller covers, and vacuuming stray fibers from the paint roller covers.

Abstract: Device and method for preparing filament yarn of composite nanofibers. The device includes pairs of electrospinning nozzles on a frame and filament guiding roller pair under the frame. The spouts of each pair of nozzles are oppositely facing. The method includes feeding polymer solutions to the pairs of nozzles, applying high DC voltage with opposite polarity respectively to each one of the pairs of nozzles, forming composite nanofibers by attracting nanofibers with opposite charge from each nozzle and striking together of the charged nanofibers, pulling/stretching the composite nanofibers to form filament yarn of composite nanofibers, drawing down the filament yarn of composite nanofibers from the first pair of nozzles and using it as a carrier to receive the nanofibers with opposite charge electrospun from the second pair of nozzles and coated by the same so as to form multi-layer (e.g., two- or more-layer) filament yarn of composite nanofibers.

Abstract: The invention is a new process for producing monolithic hollow wheels in resin reinforced with fibres and polymerised at high pressure, comprising two half-moulds (Sa, Sb) each shaped according to one part of the negative outline of the wheel to be produced, with the respective spokes and hub, one or more tubular plastic bags (G1), an external plastic bag (G2). The layers of fibre and resin (M) are laid in the grooves (S1) of the two half-moulds (Sa, Sb) so as to protrude or project beyond the coupling surface. One or more tubular bags (G1) are inserted in a half-mould (Sb), so as to occupy all the areas that must be hollow, and with at least one open end protruding from the half-mould (Sb). The two half-moulds (Sa, Sb) are closed and put into the external bag (G2). The assembly of the bags (G1, G2) and of the half-moulds (Sa, Sb) is treated in an autoclave, connecting the environment between the external bag (G2) and the internal bags (G1) to a suction pump.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a to novel electrical devices fabricated from polycrystalline silicon carbide (SiC) and methods for forming the same. The present invention provides a method for fabricating polycrystalline silicon carbide (SiC) products infiltrated with SiC-containing preceramic precursor resins to substantially mask the deleterious effects of trace contaminants, typically nitrogen and aluminum, while reducing operative porosity and enhancing manufacturing ease.

Abstract: A consumable thermal torch for cutting through materials includes a first elongated generally cylindrical member adapted to receive an associated supply of oxygen into a first end and react with the oxygen at a second end. A second member has a hollow profiled similarly adapted to receive an associated supply of oxygen into a first end and react with the oxygen at a second end. The second member is received radially within the first member and is substantially axially coextensive therewith. At least one first gas flow passage is formed radially between the second member and the first member. At least one second gas flow passage is formed within the hollow profile of the second member and extends from the first end of the second member to the second end of the second member.

Abstract: An apparatus for injecting gas into a metallurgical vessel supporting a metallurgical process is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a gas flow duct, an elongate central structure extending within the gas flow duct, and a plurality of flow directing swirl vanes disposed about the central tubular structure adjacent the forward end of the duct. The flow directing vanes are formed with internal water flow passages for flow of cooling water internally along each vane and the elongate central structure is formed with a cooling water supply passage for supply of cooling water to the internal water flow passages in the vanes and a water return passage for outflow of cooling water which has passed through the internal water flow passages in the vanes.

Abstract: A tiltable metallurgical vessel having a carrying ring at least partially around it. A metallurgical supporting bracket fastened on the metallurgical vessel rests on the ring. The vessel is releasably fixed on the support ring by a clamping device actuated by a pressure-medium cylinder. The clamping means interacts with a locking bracket fastened on the vessel. The clamping device moves between a release position, releasing it from the locking bracket and clamping position, clamping the locking bracket together with the support ring, The clamping device comprises a housing, a clamping anchor, a pivot lever and a pressure-medium cylinder, which acts on the pivot lever. The clamping anchor is guided in a pivotable manner in a guide means in the housing. The anchor is pivotably articulated on a pivotable lever, and the pivot lever is supported in a pivotable manner in the housing.

Abstract: An air spring for a vehicle suspension includes a resilient spring body that is partially surrounded by a protective cover. The protective cover protects the resilient spring body from rupturing when used in harsh vehicle conditions. The protective cover is comprised of a rigid or flexible armor material that is resistive to munitions, such as projectiles and razor wire, for example.

Abstract: Self-pumping hydropneumatic spring strut includes a working cylinder divided into first and second working spaces by a working piston carried on a hollow piston rod; a high pressure chamber and a low pressure chamber partially filled with hydraulic damping medium, the high pressure chamber having a gas cushion and being connected to the second working space; and a piston pump including a pump rod extending into the hollow piston rod, the pump rod having a bore connected to the low pressure chamber, an end provided with a suction valve inside the hollow piston rod, and a deregulating opening, which is closable as a function of position of the working piston in the working cylinder. An adjustable damping valve located outside the external tube has a first flow connection connected to the first working space, and a second flow connection connected to the second working space and the high pressure chamber.

Abstract: A moderation element may be incorporated into straps, handles, or other devices to moderate forces. As an example, a moderation element may include a housing and a fluid-filled chamber. The housing has an expandable configuration and defines an interior void. The housing also defines a pair of opposing compression surfaces within the interior void, with the compression surfaces being located to move toward each other when the housing expands. The chamber is located within the housing and between the compression surfaces.

Abstract: A damper for a structural tower having a space frame construction for high elevation and heavy load applications is disclosed, with particular application directed to wind turbines. The structural tower includes one or more dampers for damping resonant vibrations or vibrations generated by non-periodic wind gusts or sustained high wind speeds. The wind tower damper includes a fluid damper comprising a housing, elastomeric chamber, piston and damping fluid, wherein relative motion between the first and second structural members drive the fluid moving piston to pump the fluid and thereby dissipate unwanted motion in the tower.

Abstract: An exemplary clamping apparatus includes a supporting body, a plurality of clamping units installed on the supporting body, a PWM controller, and a detection unit. Each clamping unit includes a magnet, a clamping pin, an electrical coil, and a coil core mechanically engaged with the clamping pin. The magnet is configured for holding the clamping pin at a target position. The PWM controller is configured for supplying a pulse signal to the respective electrical coil of each clamping unit and for thereby creating a magnetic force causing a corresponding coil core and a corresponding clamping pin to, synchronously, move. The detection unit is configured for detecting a back electromotive force representative of the arrival to the target position of a clamping pin and signaling the PWM controller to stop supplying the pulse signal. A clamping process utilizing the clamping apparatus is also provided.

Abstract: A worktable clamping apparatus wherein an adjustable clamping jaw is operable between an adjustable mode (allowing both forward and backward movement on a supporting frame and a clamping mode whereby a work piece is clamped by opposing jaws. The clamping mode is selectively effected by actuation of a clamping assembly which prevents backward movement of the adjustable clamping jaw away from the work piece to be clamped. The clamping mode is not effected automatically but is selectively effected by the user. The time taken to clamp a work piece is significantly reduced as compared to conventional clamping apparatus. In a further aspect of the invention, the clamping apparatus can be collapsed into a partially deployed state to allow the “A” frame structure to be used for alternative purposes.

Abstract: A recording apparatus includes moving rollers and a feeding roller. The moving rollers move a set first sheet in a direction intersecting a conveying direction. The feeding roller conveys sheets at a sheet stacking portion. After the first sheet is shifted to a parallel position by the moving roller, a second sheet at a setting position and the first sheet at the parallel position are conveyed by the feeding roller.

Abstract: A method is provided for processing and printing print job portions. The method includes providing an output related attribute, and using the attribute to divide a portion of one or more print jobs into a first section (including a first print output stack) and a second section (including a second print output stack). When the portion of the one or more print jobs is printed, an output stack processing instruction is used to separate the first output stack from the second print output stack along a boundary defined by the instruction.

Abstract: A finishing assembly suited to use in a printing system includes a plurality of finishing modules, each of which performs a finishing function. The plurality of finishing modules includes a compiler module which compiles sheets into a set of sheets and at least one stacker module, downstream of the compiler module, which is configured for receiving compiled sets of sheets compiled by the compiler module and stacking a plurality of the sets of sheets into a stack. Optionally, at least one sheet processing module is intermediate the compiler module and the stacker module and receives a compiled set of sheets compiled by the compiler module and processes the compiled set of sheets.

Abstract: A sheet post processing apparatus of compact shape with good alignment can be obtained by providing an accumulation tray for aligning and accumulating sheets successively delivered, a post processing unit for performing a post process such as binding to a sheet stack accumulated on the accumulation tray, and a grip unit for gripping the post processed sheet stack. The post processing unit enables the accumulation tray to reciprocate in a direction transverse to a discharging direction of a sheet discharge tray. The grip unit has a grip part for gripping the sheet stack, a guide part for reciprocally guiding the grip part back and forth in the sheet discharging direction. The grip part is separable from the guide part during a movement of the post processing unit.

Abstract: A sheet discharge roller assembly for a sheet feeding apparatus includes an upper cylindrical exit roller mounted on a rotatable drive shaft and a lower cylindrical pinch roller having a wheel attached to one end. The pinch roller has a length that is longer than the length of the exit roller and is moveable into contact with the exit roller so as to form a nip for gripping a print media to be discharged. The wheel has a diameter that is larger than that of the pinch roller and an outer circumferential edge composed of a plurality of protruding contact portions arranged in a radial pattern. The wheel is positioned so that the wheel can contact the media sheet being gripped and cause the sheet to deform temporarily, thereby making the sheet more rigid.

Abstract: Various embodiments and methods relating to a mechanically triggered nip drive shaft are disclosed.