Abstract: A function module for electrical applications and method of making a function module for electrical applications. The function module includes: a functional member having a piercing area with at least one aluminum conductor trace; and an electrical connector having at least one piercing member. The at least one piercing member is configured to pierce through the at least one aluminum conductor trace in an electrically conductive manner and provide a form-fit connection between the functional member and the electrical connector within the piercing area. The functional member and the electrical connector are joined together within the piercing area by means of a solder connection.

Abstract: A holder arrangement for releasably holding a plurality of component feeders, configured to feed a component tape towards a picking position of a component mounting machine, is disclosed. The arrangement comprises a first mechanical interface configured to releasably attach the plurality of component feeders to the holder arrangement, and a second mechanical interface configured to releasably attach the holder arrangement to a component tape magazine configured to be loaded into the component mounting machine, such that the component feeders are positioned to guide the component tape to the picking position. Furthermore, a method for handling at least one component feeder, is disclosed.

Abstract: An electronic component supply device, comprising: a tape feeder configured to feed out a taped electronic component and supply an electronic component; and a holding mechanism arranged to handle the tape feeder and configured to hold a container for accommodating the taped electronic component supplied to the tape feeder, in which the holding mechanism is configured to hold the container having a width larger than the width of the tape feeder.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a machining station for machining platelike workpieces (1) by means of at least one tool, in particular a drilling station for machining at least one circuit board, as well as to a method for controlling or identifying a platelike workpiece (1). The machining station has at least one X-ray radiation source (3), at least one detector (4) and a table (2) that can be positioned between the X-ray radiation source (3) and the detector (4), on which the workpiece (1) to be machined can be fastened. The table (2) has a receiving plate (6) made out of a material permeable to X-rays (5), in particular a plastic. The receiving plate (6) has at least one suction port (11) for extracting air and a distribution grid, which is connected in terms of flow with the at least one suction port (11) and consists of several channels (10) unilaterally open in a support surface (9) with beveled and/or rounded edges (13) and/or of inclinedly running through openings (14).

Abstract: In a process, at least one circuit element is formed in a substrate. A conductive layer is formed over the substrate and in electrical contact with the at least one circuit element. Electrostatic charges are discharged from the substrate via the conductive layer.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for adjusting the alignment of an axle so that adjustments to toe, camber, and/or thrust can be more readily achieved. In one embodiment, a pair of non-parallel shims is located between flange elements. Positioning elements are located along the flange elements at a position outside the peripheral edge of the shims. Upon application of a torque to the positioning elements, the flange elements can be pushed apart or pulled together so as to provide for access to the shims.

Abstract: The description provides a method of forming a seal around an end of a fastener protruding from a structure. The cap includes a cap body with a cavity; a sealing material inlet comprising an opening in the cap body; three or more ridges protruding from the cap body into the cavity; and three or more channels between the ridges. The method includes: installing the cap body over the end of the fastener so that it is enclosed within the cavity and contacted by the ridges; injecting sealing material into the cavity via the sealing material inlet so that the sealing material flows along the channels, fills the cavity, contacts the end of the fastener, and contacts the structure; and curing the sealing material to form the seal.

Abstract: A pocket-cutting/screw-insertion system is configured for cutting screw pockets in a work piece and inserting screws therein. The system includes a clamp assembly, a router assembly, a drill assembly, and a delivery/insertion assembly including a screw delivery tube for delivering a screw, a stop block for arresting forward motion of the screw, an insertion rod for pushing the screw into the screw pocket and screw bore, and a screw channel for supporting the screw as it is inserted into the screw pocket and screw bore, wherein the stop block is positioned above the insertion rod and the screw channel such the screw first falls from the stop block onto the insertion rod once the stop block arrests forward motion of the screw and then falls from the insertion rod onto the screw channel. A method of using the system is also disclosed.

Abstract: A method and kit for treatment of a stainless steel or other nickel alloy component utilized in a crude oil service operation including cleaning a surface of the component to remove surface contamination; drying the cleaned surface of the component; applying a coat of Self-Assembled Monolayer of Phosphonate (SAMP) to the cleaned and dried surface of the component to form a treated component; and installing the treated component into a section of a crude oil service operation. The coating reduces paraffin/asphaltene deposition on the component. The kit includes a cleaner wipe impregnated with a cleaning substance for cleaning the component; a nano-coating wipe impregnated with a SAMP for applying a nano-coating of the SAMP to the component; and instructions for treating said component utilizing the cleaner wipe and the nano-coating wipe.

Abstract: The invention relates to the production of solar panels which comprise solar cells connected to one another. In this case, various layers are stacked onto one another, such as a film layer, bonding agent, insulating film, solar cells and a support layer. Combining all these layers to form the final panel is carried out on a carrier which stabilizes and supports the stack while it is conveyed past the various treatment stations. The turning over of the stack can also be carried out in a reliable manner by means of such a carrier without shifts between the various components with respect to one another occurring.

Abstract: The present invention provides various aspects for processing multiple types of substrates within cleanspace fabricators or for processing multiple or single types of substrates in multiple types of cleanspace environments. In some embodiments, a collocated composite cleanspace fabricator may be capable of processing semiconductor devices into integrated circuits and then performing assembly operations to result in product in packaged form.

Abstract: A multi-tool for use with light bulbs has a slot at one end insertable into the space between a light bulb holder and a light bulb socket. Downward force exerted on the opposite end of the tool creates a leverage force to separate the light bulb holder from the socket. The tool is a one-piece member having a U-shaped slot on one end. The multi-tool has a peripheral edge with the thickness configured for insertion into a straight slot of a screw to facilitate movement of the screw. Small radius corners between adjacent portions of the peripheral edge of the tool body are configured for insertion into the cross slots of a Phillips head screw to facilitate movement of a Phillips head screw.

Abstract: A method of producing rectangular seed bricks for use in semiconductor or solar manufacturing is disclosed. The method includes connecting an alignment layer to a top surface of a template, drawing alignment lines on the alignment layer to demarcate a plurality of nodes, connecting cylindrical rods to the alignment layer such that a center of each rod is aligned with a corresponding node, and slicing through the rods and the alignment layer with a wire web to produce rectangular seed bricks.

Abstract: According to the preferred embodiment, an improved method and apparatus for the manufacturing of an aluminum tube and aluminum fin heat exchanger that includes steps for pneumatic cleaning, thermal cleaning, and uncontrolled-atmosphere open-flame autobrazing of hairpins to return bend fittings. The method uses a tube lubrication system that is adjustable to control amount of lubrication applied to the tube prior to final expansion. The method uses a pneumatic coil cleaning station that is adjusted to reduce the residual oil particulate from the expansion process required to be thermally cleaned.

Abstract: A windshield adjusting system for adjusting a windshield of a vehicle includes a rail adapted for connection to the vehicle and a bracket connected to the windshield. The rail includes a position profile and the bracket includes an alignment portion and a latch with a lock profile that is configured to selectively engage the complementary position profile to secure the windshield in a desired position.

Abstract: An apparatus that couples a first substrate and a second substrate of an electrowetting display panel, the apparatus comprising a first chuck provided with a first support surface and a second chuck provided with a second support surface opposite to the first support surface and positioned beneath the first chuck. The second support surface is smaller than the first support surface and is positioned in a plane parallel to a plane that includes the first support surface.

Abstract: A calibration method and machine for detecting a location mark (12) printed on plate elements (10) within a processing machine (1) having an introducer (20) for positioning the plate elements (10) into a plurality of gripping members (31) of a conveyor (30) which conveys them in rhythmical motion into successive stations (3, 4, 5). The introducer (20) includes a fastening device to the plate elements. The introducer (20) is driven by a control unit (40) that also drives at least one illuminating device and at least one sensor (7). A plate element (10) is selected from a batch of them. The fastening device fixes the plate element (10) to the introducer (20). The introducer (20) is driven to perform a succession of back-and-forth movements with the plate element (10).

Abstract: A machining system includes two machining devices. Each machining device includes a bracket and a machining unit, a transferring unit, a control unit mounted on the bracket. The transferring unit includes a driving member and a transferring member connected to the driving member. The control unit is electrically connected to the machining unit and the driving member. The two machining devices are arranged in a straight line. The transferring members are connected in order. The control unit of one machining device controls the machining unit to machine the workpiece, and when the machining unit has finished machining the workpiece, the control unit controls the driving member to drive the transferring member, thus the transferring member of one machining device conveys the workpiece to the transferring member of an adjacent machining device.

Abstract: A manufacturing method, including: given a predetermined finished part geometry, providing a sacrificial structure preform that simultaneously contains the finished part geometry, minimizes material that must be removed from the sacrificial structure preform to achieve the finished part geometry during machining, and has a sufficient stiffness to resist a machining force that will be applied during machining without allowing the finished part geometry to be compromised; and machining the sacrificial structure preform to achieve the finished part geometry.

Abstract: Dentition three-dimensional data and jaw-bone three-dimensional data are collected from a patient and they are combined. According to the combined data, dental crown data for making up for data on a lost tooth and occlusion data on a dental crown represented by the dental crown data are created. When an occlusion force according to the occlusion data is exerted on the occlusion face of a dental crown, a mechanical evaluation factor is produced in a jaw bone. The mechanical evaluation factor produced near the place where an artificial tooth root supporting a dental crown is to be implanted is calculated. The implantation place is determined so that the mechanical evaluation factor may be smaller and the mechanical load on the jaw bone from the opposed tooth during mastication may be lighter.

Abstract: The object of the invention is a method and an apparatus for conveying tools to a work site along an elongated object, such as along a pillar, a post, a beam or a tree. The apparatus is provided with at least a control system and comprises at least a work device connected to the control system and moving along an elongated object, said work device comprising a frame and moving means for controlling the work device up and down along the elongated object. The frame of the work device consists of two frame halves to be disposed around the elongated object and to be locked to each other, to which frame halves a tool base is fixed for at least the tools needed at the work site.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for surface treatment of a wind turbine rotor blade (1) comprising a leading edge and a trailing edge separating substantially opposing first and second surfaces of said rotor blade. The method comprises the steps of providing a wind turbine rotor blade, supporting said rotor blade at least at a root end and at a distal position along a longitudinal axis of the rotor blade and providing moveably arranged first and second surface treatment devices (24, 25) adapted to provide surface treatment of the first and second surfaces of the rotor blade, respectively, wherein the first and second surface treatment devices are moved in opposite directions and towards the leading and trailing edges, respectively, during surface treatment of the first and second surfaces of the rotor blade.

Abstract: A friction stir spot welding tool and a self-piercing riveting tool are disclosed for joining parts. The parts are clamped between a head and anvil support of the friction stir spot welding tool or the self-piercing riveting tool. A plurality of clamping and heating modules are attached to an attachment fixture on the head and the anvil support that heats the area around the pin of the friction stir spot welding tool or self-piercing riveting tool prior to and during the joining operation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus and method for manufacturing unitary insulated wail panels, wherein the panels form a cavity for receiving expandable foam insulation, and form integral attachment means for attaching the panel to a building wall system. Unitary foam insulated panels having integral attachment means are further provided.

Abstract: A fiber end surface machining mechanism includes a base seat, a pair of electrodes, and a fiber position structure. The fiber position structure includes a resisting unit and a driving member. The resisting unit is movably assembled on the base seat and is located between the pair of electrodes. The driving member is rotatably assembled on the base seat adjacent to the resisting unit. The driving member includes a cam portion resisting the resisting unit. When the cam portion rotates to drive the resisting unit to move towards an optical fiber connector, the resisting unit drives an optical fiber of the optical fiber connector to move relative to an optical fiber ferrule of the optical fiber connector, and a length of the optical fiber protruding out of the optical fiber ferrule is adjusted.

Abstract: Methods of and factories for thin-film battery manufacturing are described. A method includes operations for fabricating a thin-film battery. A factory includes one or more tool sets for fabricating a thin-film battery.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for manufacturing a battery cell including an electrode assembly and electrolyte provided in a battery case composed of a laminate sheet having a resin layer and a metal layer, which includes; (a) thermally fusing and sealing the periphery of the case except for an end part thereof while the electrode assembly is mounted in the case; (b) introducing the electrolyte through the unsealed end part then sealing the same by thermal fusion; (c) charging and discharging the battery cell to activate the same; (d) puncturing the unsealed part inside the end part to form a through-hole communicating with the inside of the case; and (e) pulling top and bottom faces of the battery case in the opposite direction to each other at the unsealed part to open the same while applying vacuum pressure, to thereby remove the gas generated during activation as well as excess electrolyte.

Abstract: An energy storage device includes: a core; and a wound body including, layered and wound around the core: a positive electrode, a negative electrode, and two separators, one of which is interposed between the positive electrode and the negative electrode and each having a first surface and a second surface. The first surface has thermal bonding properties superior to thermal bonding properties of the second surface, and at least one of the two separators is bonded to the core via the first surface thereof.

Abstract: An eyeglass lens processing apparatus for processing a periphery of an eyeglass lens includes: a lens chuck shaft configured to chuck the eyeglass lens; a shaft angle changing portion configured to change a shaft angle of the lens chuck shaft; a first processing tool unit including at least one spindle at which a first processing tool is provided; a second processing tool unit that is disposed to oppose the first processing tool unit and that includes at least one spindle at which a second processing tool is provided; and a controller configured to change one of the first and second processing tool unit to be used for processing the eyeglass lens to the other of the first and second processing tool by controlling driving of the shaft angle changing portion to change the shaft angle of the lens chuck shaft.

Abstract: The method for performing maintenance of an electric installation comprising at least one electric equipment unit comprises: entry and storing in a database of data representative of an electric installation to be monitored and of data representative of electric equipment settings and parameters, storing of data representative of events in a database so as to constitute an events history, detection of malfunctioning disturbances, analysis of causes of malfunctioning of the electric installation, management of restoration of operation of a part of the installation. Management of restoration of operation comprises monitoring by a decision tree to evaluate a criticality level. The device and the installation comprise means for implementing the method for performing maintenance of the electric installation.

Abstract: An example bicycle service rack includes: a main body extending vertically from a single base; a bicycle mount coupled to the main body, the bicycle mount being configured to hold a bicycle; at least one cable coupled to the main body, the at least one cable being coupled to a bicycle tool; and an air pump coupled to the main body, the air pump being configured to pump air into a tire of the bicycle.

Abstract: An inspection apparatus for examining vessels fixedly arranged on a machine tool. The apparatus includes a camera having a first optical component. The camera is coupled to an image processing unit and is arranged in a positionally fixed manner with respect to a vessel to be inspected. The apparatus has a second, moveably mounted optical element, with the first, positionally fixed optical element and the second, moveably mounted optical element being operatively connected to the camera for image-recording at least one view in the direction of a vessel opening and at least one view in the direction of a side of the vessel to be inspected that faces away from the vessel opening. A manufacturing system for vessels, which includes an inspection apparatus, and a corresponding examination method, which can be carried out using the inspection apparatus, for testing the vessel quality after machining is also disclosed.

Abstract: A method for repairing an integrated circuit comprises: fabricating a first circuit, the first circuit including a plurality of regular units and a plurality of redundant units, each of the regular units being identified by an address; performing a first test on the first circuit to determine if a defective regular unit is present; activating, if the defective regular unit is present, at least a first redundant unit to replace the defective regular unit, the first redundant unit being identified by an address of the defective regular unit; performing, if the at least first redundant unit is present, a second test on the first circuit to determine if the first redundant unit is defective; and activating at least a second redundant unit to replace the defective first redundant unit, the second redundant unit being identified by the address of the defective regular unit.

Abstract: A machining apparatus for grinding, milling, polishing or the like of a dental workpiece. The machining apparatus contains a machining tool, a housing to which the machining tool is mounted rotatably about an axis of rotation relative to the housing, and a holding device to which the housing is fixed. The housing is mounted yieldingly movably to the holding device in dependence on forces exerted on the machining tool.

Abstract: After a scratch 160 or similar defect formed on the readout surface of an optical disc is nearly completely removed by grinding and polishing the readout surface with surface with a grinding/polishing agent or similar compound, the readout surface is coated with a coating agent 170 made of a transparent resin or similar material. In this process, a significant change in the thickness of the optical disc before and after the restoration can be prevented by controlling the grind/polishing and coating processes so that the decrease in the thickness due to the grinding/polishing is nearly equal to the increase in the thickness due to the application of the coating agent 170. Therefore, even a Blu-ray Disc or similar optical disc having only a small distance from the surface to the information record layer can be restored many times.

Abstract: A plant exterior simulating assembly that covers an artificial holiday tree to create a realistic visual appearance and a tactility of a real tree. The assembly functions to conceal an unsightly core portion including, tree trunks, poles, bases, stands, metal cores, lighting cords, and electrical wiring. A cylinder-shaped molding engages the core portion by contouring the core portion to provide a snug fit. The molding includes an axially extending, generally inwardly directed slit that passes through a portion of the diameter of the molding, sufficient for allowing the molding portion to fully cover the core member. An exterior portion contours the exterior surface area of the molding. The exterior can include a plethora of natural configurations including, tree bark, leaves, buds, fruit, nuts, water droplets, sap, insects, and flower petals. However, holiday themes, artisitic designs, or artificial configurations are also possible for the exterior visuals.

Abstract: Methods of and factories for thin-film battery manufacturing are described. A method includes operations for fabricating a thin-film battery. A factory includes one or more tool sets for fabricating a thin-film battery.

Abstract: A device of repairing a damaged area in an underwater wall region of a container or tank, in particular in the wall region of a tank of a nuclear reactor installation. The device has a guide system that can be mounted along a side wall, at a distance therefrom, and can be secured thereto. At least one first carriage is fitted onto the track of the guide system and movable in a longitudinal direction of the guide system. On the carriage there is displaceably mounted a receptacle for a repair overlay, which can be applied with an adhesive surface to the wall region containing the damaged area. At least one suction mount that is connected to a suction line is disposed on the first carriage and can be suctioned to the side wall.

Abstract: An intra-oral device for positioning oral tissues during medical treatment, for example, radiation treatment. The device includes upper and lower dental arch members configured to engage the maxillary and mandibular teeth or edentulous arch(es) of a patient, respectively. The upper and lower dental arch members are operatively coupled to provide a dental arch assembly. A protective element to displace or depress a patient's tongue is secured at a suitable working position with respect to the dental arch assembly. In an embodiment, provision is made for three-dimensional spatial adjustment of the protective element to a desired location, at least during initial fitting and assembly. The device is then secured to allow consistent repetition of the oral tissue positioning from treatment to treatment. The protective element may be configured to engage the tongue of a patient so that the tongue may be selectively positioned for treatment and/or diagnostic procedures.

Abstract: An object processing machine for processing a plurality of objects, the machine comprising: a plurality of processing modules, each processing module having a modular structure co-operable with the modular structure of another processing module to form a modular assembly constituting the object processing machine; each processing module being operable to perform a corresponding processing operation on an object and being provided with at least one transfer unit located at a respective port of the processing module; each transfer unit being arranged to transfer an object to or from the corresponding processing module and/or to or from a transfer unit of another processing module of the modular assembly; the transfer units being arranged to co-operate with one another and/or with another processing unit such that objects can be guided from an input of the machine to an output of the machine via a plurality of different transport pathways through the machine, wherein the transport pathway taken by a said object

Abstract: A cutting machine and a method for cutting pieces of material using at least two cutting devices, which carry out cutting work simultaneously. The cutting devices are operated such that, when the cutting devices are operated simultaneously, each of the cutting devices carries out the respective cutting work on a different piece of material, and each of the cutting devices only carries out a respective portion of the cutting work to be carried out on a piece of material.

Abstract: A welding method includes sandwiching a first base material and a second base material between a first block and a second block, the first and second base materials being made of a light-transmitting resin, and welding the first and second base materials to each other by making a laser beam enter the second base material through a front surface of the second base material toward the first block from outside an outline of the second block at an acute entry angle with respect to the front surface of the second base material and by focusing the laser beam on the first and second base materials between the first and second blocks.

Abstract: A system for forming composite material parts comprises a charge station, a tool station, a forming station, a cooling station, a pick and place apparatus, and a transfer unit. The charge station may receive a first charge. The tool station may receive a first tool. The forming station may form a second charge against a second tool. The cooling station may cool a third charge and a third tool. The pick and place apparatus may retrieve the first charge from the charge station and the first tool from the tool station and transport both the first charge and the first tool to the forming station. The transfer unit may transport the second charge and the second tool from the forming station to the cooling station while at the same time transporting the third charge and the third tool from the cooling station to the tool station.

Abstract: Tooling and methods for co-molding a body with two different materials. An internal die assembly comprising at least two parts allows for placement of a component and co-molding of the body around the component and then removal of the internal die assembly without disturbing the body.

Abstract: A welding method includes sandwiching a first base material and a second base material between a first block and a second block, the first and second base materials being made of a light-transmitting resin, and welding the first and second base materials to each other by making a laser beam enter the second base material through a front surface of the second base material toward the first block from outside an outline of the second block at an acute entry angle with respect to the front surface of the second base material and by focusing the laser beam on the first and second base materials between the first and second blocks.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing sealing rings open to the outside or to the inside, which method comprises the steps of providing a tube, arranging the wall of the tube between at least one first roller that is parallel to the tube and has a first outside contour, and at least one second roller that is parallel to the tube and has a second outside contour; carrying out a relative movement of the at least one first roller and the at least one second roller towards each other; forming at least one sealing ring by a relative movement of the wall of the tube between the at least one first roller and the at least one second roller, wherein the cross-section of the at least one sealing ring is defined substantially by the space between the first and second outside contours; and severing the at least one sealing ring from the tube. The invention also relates to a device for carrying out the method and to a selling ring produced in said manner.

Abstract: Process for industrially filling differently structured cavities in building blocks with moldings, having the following features: a) the moldings are cut in the form of differently configured mineral-wool pads (1, 2) from mineral-wool boards supplied, b) the mineral-wool pads (1, 2) are then distributed in layers on at least two levels, c) the mineral-wool pads (1, 2) distributed in this way are respectively separated, arranged in rows and moved into a vertical position in order to be transported further, d) the vertically positioned mineral-wool pads (1, 2) are pushed off laterally in layers and distributed on at least two levels in a supply unit (A 170), wherein, for example, one level has large mineral-wool pads (1) and the other level has small mineral-wool pads (2) and the levels are arranged in accordance with the construction of the cavities of the building block; e) in a further position of the distributing unit (A 180), the mineral-wool pads (1, 2) are pushed into sheet-metal channels, moved up to th

Abstract: A method of repairing a damaged coated vane from a turbine module without removing the vane from the module is taught. The method includes locally removing the coating in the vicinity of the damage as well as any underlying damage in the superalloy substrate. A diffusible coating precursor is then applied to the damage site. A heat treating fixture is then mounted on the vane and repair site is heated to up to 2000° F. in an inert environment to interdiffuse the coating precursor and the substrate. After the diffusion anneal, the vane is cleaned and the module is returned to service.

Abstract: A method for dynamically determining the sales price of a product composed of a number of components produced from at least one workpiece of selected dimensions, including indicating the specifications of such product, determining the number and configurations of the components of such product, determining the minimum number of such workpieces required to provide the determined number of such components by efficiently nesting such components on a minimum number of such workpieces and computing the sales price of such product partially based on the determined minimum number of such workpieces required to most efficiently yield such components.

Abstract: A fully automated method is performed on a structure having a confined space. The structure has a location that is identifiable from within the confined space and from outside the confined space. A first robotic system moves a first end effector inside the confined space such that the first end effector is positioned over the location. A first vector corresponding to the location is generated. A second robotic system moves a second end effector outside the confined space such that the second end effector is positioned over the location. A second vector corresponding to the location is generated. The first and second vectors are used to move the first and second end effectors to a new location such that the first and second end effectors are in working opposition. The first and second end effectors perform a synchronous operation at the new location.