Abstract: Methods and system for protein characterization using online chromatography and electrospray ionization mass spectrometry are provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to dust concentration measurement and to dust composition and particle size determination. Multimodal dust sensor is able to simultaneously determine the concentration, size and origin of dust particles in real time. Method of operation of a single measurement channel of the multimodal dust sensor comprises: collimating laser radiation; splitting the laser radiation into two beams: a first beam and a second beam; and focusing the first beam to form a probe volume, wherein a dust particle entering the probe volume: a) scatters the first beam, thereby providing a homodyne mode of operation, in which the second beam and the scattered first beam are combined; the combined radiation falls on the photodetector that registers the Doppler effect; and/or b) fluoresces, thereby providing a fluorescent mode of operation, in which the fluorescent light falls on the photodetector that registers the fluorescent light.

Abstract: Device for optically detecting smoke and implementing thereof. Apparatus and methods for detecting the presence of smoke in a small, long-lasting smoke detector are disclosed. Specifically, the present disclosure shows how to build a very compact housing around the smoke detector while keeping the reflections from the housing structure to a very low value while satisfying all the other peripheral needs of fast response to smoke and preventing ambient light. This allows very small measurements of light scattering of the smoke particles to be reliable in a device resistant to the negative effects of dust.

Abstract: System and methods for estimating the number of packages in a measurement zone to gauge package flow. A linear array of distance-measuring sensors measures the height profile of a mass of packages conveyed past. The profile is differentiated, and steps in the differentiated profile are counted to detect package edges and to produce an estimate of the number of packages in the measurement zone. The estimate can be used to adjust the speed of the conveyor to provide a constant package flow.

Abstract: A wafer inspection apparatus includes a support structure including a frame and vacuum chucks mounted thereon, each vacuum chuck having a support surface including a vacuum suction portion, the support structure configured to structurally support a wafer on one or more vacuum chucks, the frame defining an opening larger than an area of the wafer. The wafer inspection apparatus includes an electromagnetic wave emitter configured to irradiate an inspection electromagnetic wave to the wafer, a sensor configured to receive the inspection electromagnetic wave from the wafer based on the inspection electromagnetic wave passing through the wafer, and a driver configured to move at least one of the electromagnetic wave emitter or the frame to change an irradiation location of the wafer. Each vacuum chuck is configured to be selectively movable between a first location and a second location in relation to the frame.

Abstract: A diagnostic apparatus (10) diagnoses the existence of an abnormality in a tool for processing of a processing target by each of multiple working machines. The diagnostic apparatus (10) includes an acquirer (110) and a diagnoser (160). The acquirer (110) acquires program identification information identifying a program executed in each of the working machines, tool information indicating a type of the tool applied to processing, and transition information indicating transition of load in the working machine from the start to the end of the processing executed by execution of the program, at execution of the processing in the working machine. The diagnoser (160) diagnoses whether an index value of the load obtained from the transition information is out of a predetermined range corresponding to a combination of the program identification information, the tool information, and machine information identifying the working machine that transmits the transition information.

Abstract: A method for characterizing a fluctuation induced by single particle irradiation in a device. A plurality of devices varying in size are tested respectively before and after irradiation to obtain threshold voltage distribution, such that a threshold voltage fluctuation induced by irradiation is obtained and used to correct a process fluctuation model, so as to correct a design margin of the devices working under the irradiation.

Abstract: An optical arrangement receives output light emanating from an object disposed within a fluid column that crosses an optical refraction boundary of the fluid column between the object and the optical arrangement. The optical arrangement modifies the output light such that the modified output light has an intensity that is more uniform than the output light.

Abstract: Techniques herein include an apparatus and method for measuring and monitoring properties of fluids consumed in a semiconductor fabrication process. The apparatus includes a flow cell having a hollow chamber, a first chamber sidewall of the hollow chamber bisecting the length of the flow cell, the first chamber sidewall having a predetermined angle to the incoming direction of light from the first light source; a refractive index sensor configured to detect the light from the first light source transmitted through the hollow chamber of the flow cell and exiting the flow cell through the second flow cell sidewall of the at least six flow cell sidewalls; and a first light sensor configured to detect the light from the first light source scattered off the fluid in the hollow chamber.

Abstract: The invention generally relates to sample analysis systems and methods of use thereof. In certain aspects, the invention provides a system for analyzing a sample that includes an ion generator configured to generate ions from a sample. The system additionally includes an ion separator configured to separate at or above atmospheric pressure the ions received from the ion generator without use of laminar flowing gas, and a detector that receives and detects the separated ions.

Abstract: A system for measuring the mass concentration of dust particles includes data transfer device with dust particles mass concentration meter located inside the device. The meter includes a housing of the meter, a printed circuit board with a microcontroller, at least two dust sensors and output interface of the meter connected to them. The data transfer device additionally includes a heating element and a fan, which are electrically connected to the microcontroller, at least one inlet channel connected to the dust sensors, at least one outlet channel and at least one inlet stream temperature sensor. A method for measuring the mass concentration of dust is also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to a portable multi-spectrometry system for chemical and biological sensing in atmospheric air. A portable, spectrometric system integrates multiple spectroscopy theories, combines their advantageous features, and fills the gaps for their limitations. The combined spectrometry system with operations for PLS, IRAS, MAS, MFS, RSS, and MS, will detect particles and chemicals, directly and sequentially, in the same air-stream.

Abstract: A system to advance human performance in sighting, tracking, recognizing, and reacting to (collectively “engaging”) moving and stationary objects, for example, advancing skill in engaging targets with a firearm. The system provides elevated ocular tactical conditioning including kinetic saccadic eye tracking hardware and training for elevate sighting and tracking performance, and rapid subject matter recognition training to elevate fine motor skills and target and non-target stimuli recognition performance. Components include software and hardware that provide target and non-target image stimuli that can be manually or automatically generated as stationary or moving stimuli.

Abstract: A wind tunnel and method of use thereof. The wind tunnel has an airflow system which is capable of delivering air vertically down through, and optionally horizontally across, a spray chamber having transparent sidewalls, wherein spray particulates produced in the spray chamber can be analyzed through the transparent sidewalls, preferably by use of a laser. The dimensions of the spray chamber are preferably greater than that of the airflow system. The use of the wind tunnel enables a wider range and more accurate spray particle measurements, especially for an agrochemical composition, to be made in a single test environment.

Abstract: System and apparatus for portable gas detection. Specifically, this disclosure describes apparatuses and systems for optical gas detection in a compact package. There is a need for a very compact, low-power, gas detection system for gases such as CO2, NOx, water vapor, methane etc. This disclosure provides an ultra-compact and highly efficient optical measurement system based on principals of optical absorption spectroscopy. It reduces the size of the instrument as well its power consumption by more than an order of magnitude making it possible to deploy it widely. There is an identified need for large number of distributed gas sensors to improve human health, environment, and save energy usage.

Abstract: System and apparatus for portable gas detection. Specifically, this disclosure describes apparatuses and systems for optical gas detection in a compact package. There is a need for a very compact, low-power, gas detection system for gases such as CO2, NOx, water vapor, methane etc. This disclosure provides an ultra-compact and highly efficient optical measurement system based on principals of optical absorption spectroscopy. It reduces the size of the instrument as well its power consumption by more than an order of magnitude making it possible to deploy it widely. There is an identified need for large number of distributed gas sensors to improve human health, environment, and save energy usage.

Abstract: A mobile terminal and an operation method thereof are disclosed. A mobile terminal according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may include a display; a front window disposed at a front of the mobile terminal; an inner frame formed with a hole configured to allow light to pass through from the front window; and a dust sensor comprising a light emitting portion and a light receiving portion, wherein the light emitting portion is disposed adjacent to the inner frame and configured to emit light through the hole, and wherein the light receiving portion is configured to generate a signal based on light sensed through the hole that is emitted by the light emitting portion and scattered by dust particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to combined moderator/target structures that significantly increase the initial energy spectrum of neutrons generated in a nuclear reactor within the thermal range of said spectrum. Said combined moderator/target structures can be applied in all cases, wherein the neutron-capture cross-section of the target—or a certain isotope therein—is at least 2.0 barn for thermal neutrons.

Abstract: An induction cooktop includes a ceramic cooking surface in connection with a housing. A plurality of inductors is disposed in the housing and each of the inductors is in communication with an automatic control system. The automatic control system is configured to check for the presence of a cooking pan on the cooktop in order to prevent the inductors from activating in the absence of the cooking pan. The automatic control system is activated upon receiving an activation command.

Abstract: In various aspects, an optical connector with a built-in photodetector for detecting light in the optical connector; an adapter for detachably receiving an optical connector, comprising an electrode configured to electrically contact an electrode of the optical connector; a connection apparatus comprising an arrangement of adapters for detachably receiving a plurality of optical connectors, each adapter comprising an electrode configured to electrically contact an electrode of the respective optical connector; a system with an interface configured to make an optical connection with an optical connector and a processing unit configured to receive from the connector an indication and to generate a feedback signal indicative of said indication; and/or an optical connector responsive to light to generate an electrical signal is provided.

Abstract: A system (1) for detecting microscopic objects located in a flowing fluid. It comprises a lighting system (205, 305) comprising at least one LED diode (605) for supplying light to the flowing fluid; an image capture system (201, 601) configured to capture a sequence of images of the fluid. The image capture system comprises a camera comprising a plurality of pixels. The sequence of images is processed and the presence and shape of microscopic objects is determined. The lighting system (205, 305) is configured to supply high power light pulses having amplitude Io? and very short time duration TON, the time instant at which said pulses are triggered being synchronized with the time instants at which pixels in the image capture system (601) start to capture an image frame.

Abstract: Methods for using focused light scattering techniques for the optical sensing of biological particles suspended in a liquid medium are disclosed. The optical sensing enables one to characterize particles size and/or distribution in a given sample. This, in turn, allows one to identify the biological particles, determine their relative particle density, detect particle shedding, and identify particle aggregation. The methods are also useful in screening and optimizing drug candidates, evaluating the efficacy and dosage levels of such drugs, and in personalized medicine applications.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a dust measuring apparatus and method for measuring a dust concentration in a flow channel. The apparatus includes a flow channel unit for defining a flow channel allowing a fluid containing dust to move therethrough, a light emitter for emitting light into the flow channel, a light detector for detecting light scattered from the dust in the flow channel and converting it to an electrical detection signal, the light detector including a plurality of detectors having different light detection ranges, and a controller for controlling the flow channel unit, the light emitter and the light detector, wherein the controller is configured to receive detection signals from the detectors, compensate for an offset for the received detection signals, and measure a dust concentration based on the compensated detection signals.

Abstract: Direct printing machine for printing onto containers, with a conveyor for transporting the containers in container receptacles along a transport path, and with several printing stations which are respectively associated with the container receptacles and which are each formed with several separately adjustable direct print heads for printing several partial prints of a print onto a container, wherein the printing stations are each associated with their individual inspection device with at least one camera to inspect the position of the partial prints on the container.

Abstract: An acquiring unit of a structured illuminating microscopy apparatus acquires at least two modulated images having the same wave number vector and the different phases; and a calculating unit of the structured illuminating microscopy apparatus, in a spatial frequency spectrum of each of at least the two modulated images acquired by the acquiring unit, separates a 0th-order modulating component and ±first-order modulating components of observational light fluxes superimposed on arbitrary two observation points based on at least four observation values regarding the two observation points which are mutually displaced by an amount of the wave number vector.

Abstract: The invention relates to an electronic device for analyzing a scene, including a plurality of pixels (101) connected to a readout circuit (103) by a same first conductive track (105), wherein: each pixel (101) is capable of detecting an occurrence of a first event characteristic of the scene and of transmitting an event indication signal on the first conductive track (105) when it detects an occurrence of the first event; and the readout circuit (103) is capable of reading from the first conductive track (105) the event indication signals transmitted by the pixels (101) and of deducing therefrom characteristics of the scene, without transmitting event acknowledgement signals to the pixels (101).

Abstract: Disclosed herein are a dust measuring apparatus and a mobile terminal for controlling the same. The dust measuring apparatus includes a flow channel defining unit for defining a flow channel allowing a fluid containing dust to move through, a light emitter for emitting light into the flow channel, a light detector for detecting light scattered from the dust in the flow channel and converting the same into an electrical signal, and a controller for controlling the flow channel defining unit, the light emitter and the light detector. The controller is configured to verify whether a detection value received from the light detector is within an effective measurement range, vary the effective measurement range when the detection value is outside the effective measurement range, and measure, when the detection value is within the varied effective measurement range, a dust concentration based on the detection value.

Abstract: An air conditioner includes a cabinet, a particle sensing unit coupled to the cabinet and configured to measure a particle concentration of an outside, and an inlet provided at the cabinet and configured to communicate with the outside so that particles flow into the particle sensing unit, and the particle sensing unit includes a first particle sensor configured to sense particles flowing in through the inlet, and a second particle sensor coupled to form a connection path in which particles move between the first particle sensor and the second particle sensor to sense the particles passing through the first particle sensor. The air conditioner allows the sensing of fine particles and ultrafine particles due to a plurality of particle sensors.

Abstract: A module may be provided with at least one opening, the opening being an endpoint of a microfluidic channel that passes through at least part of the module. A set of multiple such modules may be arranged into an arrangement of modules, which may be coupled together using one or more coupling mechanisms included on each module. The arrangement of modules may fit within a regular polyhedral grid, and each module within the arrangement of modules may have a form suitable for arrangement of the modules within the regular polyhedral grid. Fluid may then flow through at least a subset of the arrangement of modules via the microfluidic channel of each module of the subset of the arrangement of modules. Some modules may include sensors, actuators, or inner microfluidic channel surface coatings. The arrangement of modules may form a microfluidic circuit that can perform a microfluidic circuit function.

Abstract: Determining audience engagement may be provided. First, an image may be received and a plurality of faces may be identified in the received image. Then position data and head pose data for each of the plurality of faces in the received image may be determined. Next, the plurality of faces may be separated into a plurality of clusters based upon the determined position data for each of the plurality of faces in the received image. For each of the plurality of clusters, a plurality of bins may be created where each bin corresponds to a non-overlapping range between a maximum pose data value and a minimum pose data value. Next, a bin count may be determined for each of the plurality of bins in each of the plurality of clusters and then an engagement value may be determined for each of the plurality of clusters based on the bin count.

Abstract: The invention provides a monitor circuit, which is used for a fan and receives a driving current and a driving voltage of the fan. The monitor circuit includes sensing circuits and a microcontroller. The sensing circuits respectively sense statuses of the fan and output sensing values. The microcontroller is used for monitoring whether the sensing values exceed preset value ranges respectively to obtain comparison results. The microcontroller outputs warning signals according to the comparison results. Each of the warning signals has a specific frequency.

Abstract: An apparatus, a method, and a computer program product are provided. The apparatus generates at least one signal in response to a contactless gesture performed proximate to an infrared proximity sensor situated on the optical device, the contactless gesture corresponding to a command, identifies the command using the at least one signal, and executes the command.

Abstract: A detector mask transmits selectively a plurality of probe particles to a particle detector, the detector mask includes: a plate including a plate wall disposed in the plate and enclosing a transmission orifice arranged in a transmission profile to: transmit probe particles having a trajectory coincident with the transmission orifice, block probe particles having a trajectory external to the transmission orifice, and form a probe particle beam comprising the probe particles transmitted by the transmission orifice to the particle detector, wherein the transmission profile includes a sector, a semi-circle, an annular sector, or a combination including at least one of the foregoing first transmission profiles.

Abstract: A device for analyzing at least one oxidizable molten metal using a LIBS technique, including: a LIBS analyzer; a mechanical rotary mechanism stirring a liquid bath of the at least one oxidizable molten metal, and including a central section, to be positioned above the liquid bath of the at least one oxidizable molten metal, including an internal cavity forming an analysis chamber, the central section including a first end connected to the LIBS analyzer, and a plurality of mechanical stirring paddles to be partially submerged in the liquid bath of the at least one oxidizable molten metal and that are connected to a second end of the central section opposite the first end of the central section, the LIBS analyzer configured to allow the surface of the at least one oxidizable molten metal located in the portion plumb with the internal cavity of the central portion to be analyzed.

Abstract: The present invention is a golf training device which employs multiple electronic sensors for detecting both improper and proper swings. These sensors work together to improve proper swing and give immediate feedback to the golfer.

Abstract: The invention relates to a measuring frame (106) for optically ascertaining a perforation position of a projectile (134) through a target surface (102) in a contactless manner. In addition, the invention relates to a corresponding measurement and analysis method. The invention further relates to a display system which uses at least one such measuring frame (106). The measuring frame comprises at least one first (120) radiation source for emitting a first diverging radiation field, at least one second radiation source for emitting a second diverging radiation field, said first and second radiation fields intersecting at an angle on a plane transverse to a perforation direction, and at least one first (126) and at least one second (126?) optical receiving device, which are paired with the at least one first and second radiation source, respectively.

Abstract: The present invention is directed towards a putting stroke analysis device for analyzing a putting stroke technique of a golfer. The putting stroke analysis device comprises a planar surface with a plurality of infrared emitters and co-operating infrared sensors thereon. A golfer swings their putter over the planar surface, above the plurality of infrared emitters and co-operating infrared sensors. An infrared beam, emitted by the infrared emitters, is reflected by the putter and is detected by one or more of the infrared sensors. The putting stroke analysis device has a processor which receives information from the co-operating infrared sensors and processes the information to determine putting characteristics of the putting stroke technique.

Abstract: Methods for using focused light scattering techniques for the optical sensing of biological particles suspended in a liquid medium are disclosed. The optical sensing enables one to characterize particles size and/or distribution in a given sample. This, in turn, allows one to identify the biological particles, determine their relative particle density, detect particle shedding, and identify particle aggregation. The methods are also useful in screening and optimizing drug candidates, evaluating the efficacy and dosage levels of such drugs, and in personalized medicine applications.

Abstract: Validation of solar altitude-dependent measured values of several measurement channels. Measured values of the measurement channels that take the solar altitude into consideration are stored. Stored ratios of the stored measured values for all solar altitudes are calculated and stored. An expected ratio is determined by calculation of a frequency distribution over all stored ratios A current ratio of a currently measured measured value to the current measured values of the other measurement channels are calculated The currently measured measured values are validated. If the expected ratio corresponds to the stored ratio and the stored ratio corresponds to the currently ratio, the current measured value is valid. If the expected ratio corresponds to the stored ratio and the stored ratio deviates from the current ratio, a disturbance is present. If the expected ratio deviates from the stored ratio, the validity for this measured value is not evaluated.

Abstract: A technical object is to enable optical checks to be performed while allowing visual checks using a sample pan to be performed in a pseudo manner using an aggregate image (pseudo image) depicting grains loaded on the sample pan, by optically checking the grains using image information on the grains imaged by an imaging apparatus and creating the aggregate image using the image information. Thus, a grain appearance measuring apparatus includes imaging means for imaging a plurality of grains, analysis means for analyzing image information on the grains imaged by the imaging means in units of grains, processing means for processing the image information to form an aggregate image of the grains, and means for saving and/or displaying the aggregate image processed by the processing means.

Abstract: A method of analyzing biological particles for a biological particle analyzer includes outputting a first detection result when at least one particle has arrived at the first detection area, outputting a second detection result to the control module when the particles have arrived at the second detection area, and determining when to turn on or off the light emission source and outputting a control signal to turn on or off the light emission source according to the first detection result, wherein a control module is configured to calculate a turn-on time according to different particle characteristics and an average velocity of the at least one particle, and the light emission source is turned on only when the at least one particle is being tested during the turn-on time.

Abstract: The technologies described herein relate to measuring launch parameters of a flying object, such as a golf ball or a baseball. The laser based technology enables a system that is low cost which can measure launch parameters of a ball. The launch parameters are measured and rapid feedback is provided on each ball motion event and the data of every single ball launch data is stored in the backend server. The system may include a transmitter optical subassembly (TOSA), a receiver optical subassembly (ROSA), a primary processing unit, a camera subsystem, a data processing, a feedback display unit, and a backend server.

Abstract: Methods for using focused light scattering techniques for the optical sensing of biological particles suspended in a liquid medium are disclosed. The optical sensing enables one to characterize particles size and/or distribution in a given sample. This, in turn, allows one to identify the biological particles, determine their relative particle density, detect particle shedding, and identify particle aggregation. The methods are also useful in screening and optimizing drug candidates, evaluating the efficacy and dosage levels of such drugs, and in personalized medicine applications.

Abstract: In some embodiments, at least one processor is employed to determine a boundary of a survey area. Data representative of the locations of measurement points adjacent to or outside of the survey area is received, as well as data representative of wind direction at the measurement points. The boundary of the survey area is determined according to the data representative of wind direction and a maximum detection distance value representative of an estimated maximum distance from a potential gas leak source at which a gas leak from the potential source can be detected. The boundary is determined such that if the potential gas leak source is located in the survey area and has a rate of leakage meeting a minimum leak rate condition, then an estimated probability of detection of the gas leak at one or more of the measurement points satisfies a probability condition.

Abstract: A fluid-channeling device comprising: a fluid source; and a beam generator configured to generate a collimated vortex beam, wherein the beam generator is operatively coupled to the fluid source such that fluid from the fluid source may be introduced into a vortex of the collimated vortex beam, and wherein the collimated vortex beam is tuned such that when the fluid is in the vortex the fluid interacts with the collimated vortex beam to create an insulating pseudo-wall between the collimated vortex beam and the fluid such that the fluid is suspended in, and capable of traveling through, the vortex.

Abstract: Examples of the present invention include apparatus and methods for monitoring aging of an item. A solid-state structure is located within, adjacent to, or otherwise proximate the item, the solid-state structure including nanostructures. The electrical resistance and/or magnetization of the solid-state structure is determined to determine the degree of aging of the item. In representative examples, the solid-state structure includes nanostructures of a metal, such as a ferromagnetic metal, within a non-magnetic matrix, such as a semimetal, semiconductor, or insulator.

Abstract: Seed meters, agricultural planters, and methods of planting seed are provided. Such meters, planters, and methods may include a housing defining a chamber, a seed disc rotatably coupled to the housing and at least partially positioned within the chamber with the seed disc adapted to engage a seed, and a sensor for detecting a characteristic of the seed after the seed disengages the seed disc and before the seed exits the seed meter. The sensor may be coupled to a seed chute of the seed meter and may detect a wide variety of seed characteristics such as seed position within the seed chute, seed size, and seed shape. The seed characteristic may be used to adjust operation of the seed meters, agricultural planters, and methods. In some instances, the adjustment may be manual. In other instances, the adjustment may be automatic.

Abstract: Methods for using focused light scattering techniques for the optical sensing of biological particles suspended in a liquid medium are disclosed. The optical sensing enables one to characterize particles size and/or distribution in a given sample. This, in turn, allows one to identify the biological particles, determine their relative particle density, detect particle shedding, and identify particle aggregation. The methods are also useful in screening and optimizing drug candidates, evaluating the efficacy and dosage levels of such drugs, and in personalized medicine applications.

Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods for dispersive energy imaging are disclosed. The full three-dimensional velocity distribution function of a flowing particle stream may be measured and properties of the particle stream characterized. In some devices, an aperture system controls the entry of a stream of particles into the sensor where an electrostatic deflector separates the stream of particles into different species, and a detector system senses the separated species.

Abstract: A method and system for controlled fractionation of particles. A sample having a plurality of particles of different size distributions. A uniform array for the preparing of optical traps having a selected array lattice constant. The plurality of particles for inputting the plurality of particles to the uniform array of optical traps at a driving direction angle ? and the plurality of particles separating along different directions ?v based on variable particle attributes.