Abstract: A water purifier according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a housing accommodating components for generating cold water and/or hot water; and a water chute which protrudes from a front surface of the housing, in which the water chute includes a water cock through which cold water or hot water flows; and a light emitting element which is mounted on the water cock to emit ultraviolet rays, in which the water cock includes a water inflow part which extends in a transverse direction and has a water inflow passage formed therein; and a water outflow part which extends in a direction intersecting the water inflow part at an end of the water inflow part and has a water outflow passage formed therein, in which the light emitting element is disposed on the upper side of the water outflow part, and in which the water outflow passage includes a sloping part having a shape in which a cross-sectional diameter thereof gradually decreases toward the lower end thereof.

Abstract: A dispenser includes: a tank; an inlet pipe connected to the tank and to supply liquid to the tank; a heater for heating liquid in the tank; an inverter printed circuit board for controlling the operation of the heater; a heat sink formed of a metal or other heat conductive material, and having a cavity; and a power semiconductor element electrically connected to the inverter printed circuit board to control power to the heater, and fixed to the heat sink to heat-exchange with liquid flowing in the cavity. The cavity of the heat sink may receive a section of the inlet pipe or may form a flow path to receive the fluid from the inlet pipe.

Abstract: A dispensing system includes a liquid dispensing tap, an associated measuring cap/cup and a cap adapter or holder which is removably received onto the tap and which in turn removably receives the cap/cup. The dispensing tap, adapter/holder and cap/cup are configured such that the holder and cap/cup are assembled with the tap prior to installation onto a container, and stay assembled with the tap during installation onto the container at the filling line, and which can later be removed for use and then selectively reattached to the tap or container after use by the consumer.

Abstract: A controlled pourer that may include a locking mechanism for locking the controlled pourer to a bottle; a communication module; a flow control mechanism that is configured to control an output of fluid, during a liquid consumption iteration, from the bottle under a control of one or more commands received by the communication module; and a flow meter for monitoring an amount of fluid outputted by the flow control mechanism during the fluid consumption iteration. The communication module is configured to output information regarding the amount of fluid consumed during the fluid consumption operation. Once locked to the bottle the controller pourer prevents a bypass of the fluid control mechanism.

Abstract: A removable fuel handle retainer is provided, comprising: a circular bungee strap, of a size to fit snugly around the neck of the fuel tank opening on a semi truck; a “U” shaped bungee strap or stirrup of the same material, molded of a piece with the circular bungee strap; and a circular bungee finger hole, molded of a piece with the “U” shaped bungee strap or stirrup, of the same material, at the apex of the “U” shaped bungee strap or stirrup to be used for leverage when activating the device. The three components, the circular part that fits around the tank opening, the “U” shaped strap or stirrup, and the finger hole part, are molded of a piece, of the same “bungee” material, and lie flat against the tank when at rest, except the finger hole, which is molded perpendicular to the “U” shaped strap or stirrup, for easier finger access.

Abstract: A device for filling vehicles on assembly lines with a plurality of different operating media, which are fed from filling stations via connecting lines and special adapters into the circuits and tanks of the vehicles. The device structurally integrates the terminals of all tanks and circuits of a vehicle which are to be filled with an operating medium in a common assembly, configured as a filling unit installed in the vehicle. The filling unit can be brought into operative connection with a filling tool for all of the terminals of all filling stations of different operating media. The terminals for the same operating medium at the filling unit of the vehicle and the filling tool to be brought into operative connection are configured with congruent contours.

Abstract: A micro-electro-mechanical (MEMS) actuator device includes a frame, and a first functional sub-structure positioned within the frame and mechanically coupled thereto by supporting elements. The first functional sub-structure is subdivided into first and second portions. The first portion is subdivided into first and second sub-portions separated from one another by a first through trench, and the second portion is subdivided into first and second sub-portions separated from one another by a second through trench. First and second piezo-electric structures are respectively carried by the first and second sub-portions of the first portion. Third and fourth piezo-electric structures are respectively carried by the first and second sub-portions of the second portion. A third through trench extends between the frame and the first functional sub-structure except for regions in which the supporting elements are present.

Abstract: Electromechanical device structures are provided, as well as methods for forming them. The device structures incorporate at least a first and second substrate separated by an interface material layer, where the first substrate comprises an anchor material structure and at least one suspended material structure, optionally a spring material structure, and optionally an electrostatic sense electrode. The device structures may be formed by methods that include providing an interface material layer on one or both of the first and second substrates, bonding the interface materials to the opposing first or second substrate or to the other interface material layer, followed by forming the suspended material structure by etching.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a wafer-level fan-out package that includes a first thinned die, a second die, a multilayer redistribution structure underneath the first thinned die and the second die, a first mold compound over the second die, a second mold compound over the multilayer redistribution structure, and around the first thinned die and the second die, and a third mold compound. The second mold compound extends beyond the first thinned die to define an opening within the second mold compound and over the first thinned die, such that a top surface of the first thinned die is at a bottom of the opening. A top surface of the first mold compound and a top surface of the second mold compound are coplanar. The third mold compound fills the opening and is in contact with the top surface of the first thinned die.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a MEMS device includes disposing at least one bonding portion having a smaller bonding area in a region where an airtight chamber will be formed, and disposing a metal getter on a bonding surface of the bonding portion. According to this structure, when substrates are bonded to define the airtight chamber, the metal getter is squeezed out of the bonding position due to the larger bonding pressure of the bonding portion with a smaller bonding area. Then, the metal getter is activated to absorb the moisture in the airtight chamber. According to the above process, no additional procedure is needed to remove the moisture in the airtight chamber. A MEMS device manufactured by the above manufacturing method is also disclosed.

Abstract: Processes for integrating complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) devices with microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) devices are provided. In some embodiments, the MEMS devices are formed on a sacrificial substrate or wafer, the sacrificial substrate or wafer is bonded to a CMOS die or wafer, and the sacrificial substrate or wafer is removed. In other embodiments, the MEMS devices are formed over a sacrificial region of a CMOS die or wafer and the sacrificial region is subsequently removed. Integrated circuit (ICs) resulting from the processes are also provided.

Abstract: A device includes a complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) wafer and a conductive shielding layer. The CMOS wafer includes a semiconductor substrate, at least one front-end-of-the-line (FEOL) element, at least one back-end-of-the-line (BEOL) element and at least one dielectric layer. The FEOL element is disposed on the semiconductor substrate, the dielectric layer is disposed on the semiconductor substrate, and the BEOL element is disposed on the dielectric layer. The conductive shielding layer is disposed on the dielectric layer, in which the conductive shielding layer is electrically connected to the semiconductor substrate. an orthogonal projection of the conductive shielding layer on the semiconductor substrate does not overlap with an orthogonal projection of the FEOL element on the semiconductor substrate.

Abstract: A MEMS device formed by a substrate, having a surface; a MEMS structure arranged on the surface; a first coating region having a first Young's modulus, surrounding the MEMS structure at the top and at the sides and in contact with the surface of the substrate; and a second coating region having a second Young's modulus, surrounding the first coating region at the top and at the sides and in contact with the surface of the substrate. The first Young's modulus is higher than the second Young's modulus.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for fabricating a device for detecting electromagnetic radiation, comprising an encapsulation structure (20) comprising an encapsulation layer (21) on which a relief (23) rests, and a sealing layer (24), which has a local breakage in continuity at the relief (23).

Abstract: A manufacturing method of microelectromechanical system (MEMS) device includes providing a first, a second and a third substrates, wherein the first substrate includes a first and a second circuit, the second substrate includes second and third connection areas, and the third substrate includes first connection areas. Second grooves and a dividing groove are formed on the fourth surface of the third substrate. The second and third substrates are bonded to make the first and the second connection areas correspondingly connect with each other. The second substrate is divided to form electrically isolating first and second movable elements. The first movable element is spatial separated from the third substrate and corresponding to the second groove. The second movable element is connected to the third substrate. The first and the second substrates are bonded to make the fourth and the third connection areas connect correspondingly.

Abstract: Described herein is a technique capable of forming a sacrificial film with a high wet etching rate to obtain a wet etching selectivity with respect to a movable electrode when manufacturing a cantilever structure sensor using MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) technology. According to one aspect of the technique of the present disclosure, there is provided a method of manufacturing a semiconductor device including: (a) loading a substrate including a control electrode, a pedestal and a counter electrode formed thereon into a process chamber; and (b) forming a sacrificial film containing impurities on the control electrode, the pedestal and the counter electrode by supplying a first process gas in a non-plasma state containing the impurities and silicon to the process chamber through a first gas supply pipe together with supplying a second process gas in a plasma state containing oxygen to the process chamber through a second gas supply pipe.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to tailoring the structure of freeform nanotube macrostructures through extrusion-based additive manufacturing for fabrication of planar and three-dimensional features and objects. Ink containing nanomaterials can be extruded into a fluid to precipitate into a fiber that can be used to form solid structures. The fluid can include a coagulant that promotes rapid solidification in the precipitation of fibers. The fluid can be disposed into a bath that is in fluid communication with the extruded ink. Systems and devices for executing such processes, are also provided.

Abstract: Method for producing ozone in an ozone generating machine, comprising the steps of: supplying feed gas containing dioxygen at a gas inlet (O2IN) of an ozone generator (OzG), at a given feed gas flow and feed gas pressure, supplying an alternating electric current so as to create electric discharges to generate a given amount of ozone at a gas outlet (O3OUT) of the ozone generator (OzG), adjusting electric current power and at least one of a plurality of process parameters comprising, characterized in that the method comprises, during ozone production, the steps of: monitoring electric power and said at least one parameter of the plurality of process parameters, adjusting the feed gas pressure in response to the adjustment of the electric current power and said at least one process parameter.

Abstract: An ozone generation system which is adaptable for supplying ozone to different medium and small application processes. The system has a source of feed gas, a corona discharge cell receiving the feed gas from the feed gas source and generating ozone for the application process, a flow controller measuring and managing the flow of the feed gas from the feed gas source to the corona discharge cell; and a regulator receiving gas from the corona discharge cell and sending the gas to the application process. The regulator maintains pressure in the corona discharge cell independent of the application process pressure.

Abstract: The present invention provides: a method for producing a shaped product comprising octacalcium phosphate and having a volume of 2.0 mm3 or more, comprising immersing a precursor ceramic composition containing at least one of Ca and PO4 in composition, having a solubility in H2O higher than that of octacalcium phosphate, and having a volume greater than 2.0 mm3, in a solution containing a component which is not contained in the precursor ceramic composition, among the components Ca, PO4 and H2O, which are components of octacalcium phosphate to allow the precursor ceramic composition to react, thereby converting at least a part of the precursor ceramic composition into octacalcium phosphate; and the like.

Abstract: A method for producing carbon foam utilizing a particulate pore stabilizer is described. The method provides for an increase in the uniformity of the pore structure and distribution of pores throughout the carbon foam, as well as an increase in volume of the resultant carbon foam. A pore stabilized carbon foam prepared by the method is also described.

Abstract: Graphene oxide aerogel beads (GOABs) are formed that have a core/shell structure where a smooth shell covers a multi-layer core. The smooth shell and the layers of the multilayer core comprise graphene oxide or reduced graphene oxide. The GOABs can include a phase-change material encapsulated within the multi-layer core. The GOABs can be combined or decorated with Fe3O4 nanoparticles or MoS2 microflakes for various applications. The GOABs are formed from aqueous slurries of graphene oxide that is extruded as drops into an aqueous solution of a coagulant where GOABs are formed. The GOABs are washed and freeze dried, after which, the GOABs can be reduced as desired by chemical or thermal means. Impregnation can be carried out with the phase-change material.

Abstract: Methods for preparing selective catalytic metal microstructures and nanostructures having at least one surface ligand. The methods include providing a preliminary metal microstructure or nanostructure having at least one preliminary surface ligand, and replacing the preliminary surface ligand with at least one surface ligand to provide the catalytic metal microstructure or nanostructure.

Abstract: Organosilicon chemistry, polymer derived ceramic materials, and methods. Such materials and methods for making polysilocarb (SiOC) and Silicon Carbide (SiC) materials having 3-nines, 4-nines, 6-nines and greater purity. Processes and articles utilizing such high purity SiOC and SiC.

Abstract: A method for producing pellets of sintered material, comprising: a) forming calibrated pre-compacts by first uniaxial pressing of equal portions powder at a first threshold below the maximum green density threshold of the powder; b) providing a pressing tool set comprising a die having a plurality of cavities and pressure pistons; c) placing the pre-compacts in the cavities with first and second sintered boron nitride disks, having a thickness in the millimetre range and a density >=90%; d) forming calibrated compacts by second uniaxial pressing of the pre-compacts using the pressure pistons at a second threshold greater than the first threshold, which is less than or equal to the maximum green density of the powder; e) forming sintered compacts by applying pressure and a pulsed current to the pressing tool set to bring about a rapid rise in temperature according to a temperature-, pressure- and duration-controlled SPS sintering cycle.

Abstract: The mechanochemical functionalization of silicon nanoparticles and functionalized silicon nanoparticles are described. The processes include applying shear forces to silicon metal the presence of an alkane and thereby functionalizing the silicon with an alkyl-functionalization, preferably an alkyl-hydride-functionalization. The resulting product includes a plurality of silicon nanoparticles each carrying an alkyl-functionalization, and preferably a hydride-functionalization, derived from an alkane.

Abstract: Methods of selectively synthesizing n-tetrasilane are disclosed. N-tetrasilane is prepared by catalysis of silane (SiH4), disilane (Si2H6), trisilane (Si3H8), or mixtures thereof. More particularly, the disclosed synthesis methods tune and optimize the n-tetrasilane:i-tetrasilane isomer ratio. The isomer ratio may be optimized by selection of process parameters, such as temperature and the relative amount of starting compounds, as well as selection of proper catalyst. The disclosed synthesis methods allow facile preparation of n-tetrasilane.

Abstract: Synthesis of silanes with more than three silicon atoms are disclosed (i.e., (SinH(2n+2) with n=4?100). More particularly, the disclosed synthesis methods tune and optimize the isomer ratio by selection of process parameters such as temperature, residence time, and the relative amount of starting compounds, as well as selection of proper catalyst. The disclosed synthesis methods allow facile preparation of silanes containing more than three silicon atoms and particularly, the silanes containing preferably one major isomer. The pure isomers and isomer enriched mixtures are prepared by catalytic transformation of silane (SiH4), disilane (Si2H6), trisilane (Si3H8), and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: Synthesis of silanes with more than three silicon atoms are disclosed (i.e., (SinH(2n+2) with n=4-100). More particularly, the disclosed synthesis methods tune and optimize the isomer ratio by selection of process parameters such as temperature, residence time, and the relative amount of starting compounds, as well as selection of proper catalyst. The disclosed synthesis methods allow facile preparation of silanes containing more than three silicon atoms and particularly, the silanes containing preferably one major isomer. The pure isomers and isomer enriched mixtures are prepared by catalytic transformation of silane (SiH4), disilane (Si2H6), trisilane (Si3H8), and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: Methods of selectively synthesizing n-tetrasilane are disclosed. N-tetrasilane is prepared by pyrolysis of silane (SiH4), disilane (Si2H6), trisilane (Si3H8), or mixtures thereof. More particularly, the disclosed synthesis methods tune and optimize the n-tetrasilane:i-tetrasilane isomer ratio. The isomer ratio may be optimized by selection of process parameters, such as temperature, residence time, and the relative amount of starting compounds. The disclosed synthesis methods allow facile preparation of n-tetrasilane.

Abstract: Methods of selectively synthesizing n-tetrasilane are disclosed. N-tetrasilane is prepared by pyrolysis of silane (SiH4), disilane (Si2H6), trisilane (Si3H8), or mixtures thereof. More particularly, the disclosed synthesis methods tune and optimize the n-tetrasilane:i-tetrasilane isomer ratio. The isomer ratio may be optimized by selection of process parameters, such as temperature, residence time, and the relative amount of starting compounds. The disclosed synthesis methods allow facile preparation of n-tetrasilane.

Abstract: Methods of selectively synthesizing n-tetrasilane are disclosed. N-tetrasilane is prepared by catalysis of silane (SiH4), disilane (Si2H6), trisilane (Si3H8), or mixtures thereof. More particularly, the disclosed synthesis methods tune and optimize the n-tetrasilane:i-tetrasilane isomer ratio. The isomer ratio may be optimized by selection of process parameters, such as temperature and the relative amount of starting compounds, as well as selection of proper catalyst. The disclosed synthesis methods allow facile preparation of n-tetrasilane.

Abstract: Provided is a method for purifying a waste solvent by removing carbon dioxide contained in a waste solvent derived from supercritical waste liquid generated after supercritical drying by a decompression process, and removing ammonia by a multi-stage distillation process to obtain a solvent of high purity, which can be reused in producing silica aerogel or a silica aerogel blanket.

Abstract: A process of preparing precipitated silica is disclosed. Said process comprises of reacting an aqueous solution of a metal silicate with a mineral acid in the presence of a surfactant solution comprising gelatin and C8-C20 sulfosuccinate blend, at a reaction temperature in a range of about 70 to 100° C. with constant stirring such that a reaction mixture having a pH of about 10·0.3 is obtained; optionally, allowing the reaction mixture to age at a temperature in a range of about 70 to 100° C. for a time period in range of 10 to 100 minutes; adjusting the pH of the reaction mixture to about 4, followed by aging said mixture at a temperature in a range of about 70 to 100° C. for a time period in a range of 10 minutes to 2 hours; and recovering the precipitated silica from the reaction mixture.

Abstract: A precipitated silica is disclosed. Said precipitated silica has a BET/CTAB in a range of 0.8-1.35; a DBP oil absorption in a range of 240-320 ml/100 g; and a CDBP coefficient (DA) in range of 0.4 to 0.9.

Abstract: A process for making SSZ-39 zeolite employing at least one organic structure-directing agent (OSDA), in which a substantial quantity of the at least one OSDA, which otherwise would be required to form a zeolite such as SSZ-39, is replaced by at least one quaternary ammonium or phosphonium compound (PFA) or a mixture of two or more thereof that is not itself an OSDA for making SSZ-39. A composition including at least one oxide of silicon; faujasite; at least one organic structure directing agent (OSDA) for making SSZ-39 zeolite; at least one PFA that is not an OSDA for making SSZ-39 zeolite; an alkali metal hydroxide; and water.

Abstract: A functional structural body that can realize a prolonged life time by suppressing the decrease in function and that can fulfill resource saving without requiring a complicated replacement operation is provided. A functional structural body includes a skeletal body of a porous structure composed of a zeolite-type compound; and at least one solid acid present in the skeletal body, the skeletal body has channels connecting with each other, and the solid acid is present at least in the channels of the skeletal body.

Abstract: A method for the management of phosphogypsum consists in that a reactor (2) is charged with apatite and/or phosphorite phosphogypsum and with an aqueous or ammoniacal solution of ammonium carbonate and/or bicarbonate from a pre-reactor (1), at 1: (0.1-4) ratio of phosphogypsum to the aqueous or ammoniacal solution of ammonium carbonate and/or bicarbonate, the entire contents are stirred at ?10° C. to 200° C.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide magnesium oxide for an annealing separator which is useful for obtaining grain-oriented electromagnetic steel sheets with excellent magnetic properties and insulating properties. To resolve the above object, an aspect of the present invention resides in magnesium oxide for an annealing separator having a Blaine specific surface area of 2.5×103 to 7.0×103 m2·kg?1 and CAA of 50 to 170 seconds.

Abstract: A system and method for processing a sulfuric acid waste output for the preparation of aluminum sulfate comprises providing a sulfuric acid waste output at a manufacturing facility and feeding the output into an onsite system of preparing aluminum sulfate at the manufacturing facility. The sulfuric acid waste output may be fed into an onsite system for preparing aluminum sulfate either directly after its production as a byproduct output or after onsite storage of the output. By combining a water solution with the sulfuric acid waste output prior to adding an alumina-containing compound to the combined solution to form aluminum sulfate, the sulfuric acid waste output is safely converted into a useful output without the need for transport offsite.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a one-dimensional nano-chain structure including a single crystal structure as a minimum repeat unit structure.

Abstract: A recycling process for achieving near-zero emissions of tannery effluent is characterized in that effluent recycling is carried out independently in soaking, liming, re-liming, de-liming bating, pickling chrome tanning, re-tanning, neutralizing, and dyeing procedures. The effluents in the above procedures can be recycled in each step. This process greatly reduces effluent discharge and helps solve the problem of tanning pollution. The process also improves the quality of the finished leather, effectively decreases loose grain rate and increases compactness and fullness of the finished product. The project can reduce chemical material consumption by 15%-55%. For example, the consumption of chromium powder can be reduced up to 65%. Consumption of other chemical materials can be reduced by more than 90%, while certain chemical materials can be essentially completely conserved.

Abstract: A water vapor distillation system.

Abstract: Described herein is a filtration medium and method for treating a chloramine-containing liquid. The active chloramine removal material comprises carbon, nitrogen, and sulfur, and the sum of the sulfur and nitrogen in the active chloramine removal material is at least 4.0 mass %.

Abstract: A system and method of the purification of drinking water, ethanol and alcohol beverages is based on the action of hydrodynamic cavitation processing of microbiological and chemical contaminants, micro particles and colloidal particles. The fluid flow moves at a high rate through a multi-stage cavitation device and filtration module to generate hydrodynamic cavitation features in the fluid flow. The cavitation features generate changes in the velocity, pressure, temperature, chemical composition and physical properties of the liquid. The cavitation features also prevent the deposition of contaminants upon and remove contaminants from the surface of the filter module, reduce the load on the filter elements and increase the life of the filter module.

Abstract: A desalination and energy storage system comprises at least one water reservoir, at least one negative-ion redox electrode, at least one positive-ion redox electrode, a cation-exchange membrane disposed between the at least one negative-ion redox electrode and the water reservoir, and an anion-exchange membrane disposed between the at least one positive-ion redox electrode and the water reservoir. The at least one water reservoir comprises an input and an output, wherein water in the at least one water reservoir is reduced below a threshold concentration during a desalination operation mode. The at least one negative-ion electrode comprises a first solution and is configured to accept, and have, a reversible redox reaction with at least one negative ion in the water, and the at least one positive-ion electrode comprises a second solution and is configured to accept, and have, a reversible redox reaction with at least one positive ion in the water.

Abstract: A method of, and apparatus and system for, decontaminating a liquid containing dissolved solids including subjecting liquid containing dissolved solids to Joule heating under conditions effective to cause said dissolved solids to precipitate out of solution.

Abstract: A method for treating tailings includes the step of S1: mixing the tailings to be treated with a neutral active aqueous solution and then drying the tailings, wherein the neutral active aqueous solution is prepared from water via an electrocatalytic water device, and the circulation time of the water in the electrocatalytic water device is 5-60 min, and the mass ratio of the tailings to the neutral active aqueous solution is 1:1-10:1.

Abstract: Contaminants are filtered from a fluid flow stream and the filter is regenerated by a process including steps of: providing a filter material comprising both carbon and potassium iodide; passing a contaminated fluid stream in contact with the filter material; adsorbing contaminants from the fluid stream onto surfaces in the filter material; passing an electric current through the filter material with adsorbed contaminant thereon; disassociating contaminant from the surfaces of the filter material; and removing disassociated contaminant from the filter material by carrying away the disassociated contaminant in a fluid flow mass.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention encompass electrodes, electrochemical cells, electrocoagulation systems, and methods using the electrodes, electrochemical cells, electrocoagulation systems. The electrodes may be used in electrocoagulation cells and/or systems to treat water.