公开(公告)号：US4304997A

公开(公告)日：1981-12-08

申请号：US15688

申请日：1979-02-27

Applicant: James J. Sullivan ,  William P. Kruger ,  Douglass McManigill ,  Armand P. Neukermans

Inventor： James J. Sullivan ,  William P. Kruger ,  Douglass McManigill ,  Armand P. Neukermans

IPC: G01N27/64 ,  G01N27/62 ,  G01N30/70 ,  H01J39/28

CPC classification number: G01N27/626 ,  G01N30/70

Abstract: An electron capture detector in which a thermionic source such as a filament provides electrons for the reaction in a source chamber having a port that connects to a detection chamber having a collector. Guard gas is introduced into the source chamber and sample gas into the detection chamber, and an exhaust port is provided in the detection chamber.

Abstract translation: 一种电子捕获检测器，其中诸如灯丝的热离子源在具有连接到具有收集器的检测室的端口的源室中为反应提供电子。 将保护气体引入源室并将气体进入检测室，并且在检测室中设置排气口。

公开(公告)号：US20120190914A1

公开(公告)日：2012-07-26

申请号：US13437896

申请日：2012-04-02

Applicant: S. George Lesinski ,  Armand P. Neukermans

Inventor： S. George Lesinski ,  Armand P. Neukermans

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: A61B17/1679 ,  A61N1/0541 ,  A61N1/36036

Abstract: A fenestration piercing the otic capsule bone of the cochlea receives a therapeutic appliance, such as a microactuator, plug, micropump for drug or therapeutic agent delivery, electrode, and the like. Several different ways of achieving a ‘water tight’ seal between the otic capsule bone and the therapeutic appliance are provided. The therapeutic appliance may be implanted with or without a sheath or sleeve lining the wall of the fenestration formed using specialized surgical burrs. The burrs permit safely fenestrating the otic capsule bone adjacent to the scala tympani of the cochlea without damaging the basilar membrane or organ of corti. This approach may also be adopted for safely fenestrating other areas of the inner ear such as the scala vestibuli, bony labyrinth of semicircular canals, or walls of the vestibule, or the oval or round windows thereof.

Abstract translation: 刺穿耳蜗的耳廓胶囊骨的开窗接收治疗器具，例如用于药物或治疗剂递送的微型致动器，塞子，微型泵，电极等。 提供了在耳廓胶囊骨和治疗器具之间实现“防水”密封的几种不同的方式。 治疗器具可以植入有或不具有衬套在使用专门的手术毛刺形成的开窗壁的护套或套管。 毛刺允许安全地开启邻近耳蜗鼓膜的耳廓胶囊骨，而不损伤基底膜或皮层的器官。 这种方法也可以用于安全地开窗内耳的其他区域，例如scala vestibuli，半圆形运河的骨迷宫或前庭的墙壁，或其椭圆形或圆形的窗户。

公开(公告)号：US07184826B2

公开(公告)日：2007-02-27

申请号：US08877155

申请日：1997-06-17

Applicant: Michel J. N. Cormier ,  Armand P. Neukermans ,  Barry Block ,  Felix T. Theeuwes ,  Alfred A. Amkraut

Inventor： Michel J. N. Cormier ,  Armand P. Neukermans ,  Barry Block ,  Felix T. Theeuwes ,  Alfred A. Amkraut

IPC: A61M1/30 ,  A61M31/00 ,  A61B5/00

CPC classification number: A61M37/0015 ,  A61B5/14514 ,  A61B5/150022 ,  A61B5/150099 ,  A61B5/150282 ,  A61B5/150427 ,  A61B5/150969 ,  A61B5/150984 ,  A61B5/15105 ,  A61B5/15113 ,  A61B5/15142 ,  A61B10/0045 ,  A61B17/205 ,  A61M2037/0007 ,  A61M2037/0023 ,  A61M2037/0038 ,  A61M2037/0046 ,  A61M2037/0053 ,  A61N1/30 ,  A61N1/303

Abstract: A percutaneous agent delivery or sampling device comprising a sheet having a plurality of microblades for piercing and anchoring to the skin for increasing transdermal flux of an agent and for improving the attachment of the device to the skin.

Abstract translation: 一种经皮药剂递送或取样装置，其包括具有多个微刀片的片材，用于刺穿并锚定到皮肤上以增加药剂的经皮通量并改善装置与皮肤的连接。

公开(公告)号：US06744550B2

公开(公告)日：2004-06-01

申请号：US10157354

申请日：2002-05-28

Applicant: Armand P. Neukermans ,  Timothy G. Slater ,  Marc R. Schuman ,  Jack D. Foster ,  Sam Calmes ,  Sateesh S. Bajikar ,  Arun Malhotra ,  Jane Ang ,  Jerry Hurst ,  John Green

Inventor： Armand P. Neukermans ,  Timothy G. Slater ,  Marc R. Schuman ,  Jack D. Foster ,  Sam Calmes ,  Sateesh S. Bajikar ,  Arun Malhotra ,  Jane Ang ,  Jerry Hurst ,  John Green

IPC: G02B2500

CPC classification number: G02B6/3584 ,  G02B6/262 ,  G02B6/32 ,  G02B6/3512 ,  G02B6/356 ,  G02B6/357 ,  G02B6/359 ,  G02B6/4249 ,  G02B26/0833 ,  G02B26/0841 ,  G02B26/085

Abstract: A micro-mirror strip assembly having a plurality of two-dimensional micro-mirror structures with improved deflection and other characteristics is presented. In the micro-mirror structures, electrodes for electrostatic deflection are disposed on conical or quasi-conical entities that are machined, attached or molded into a substrate. The electrodes are quartered approximately parallel to or offset by 45 degrees from rotational axes to form quadrants. Torsion sensors are provided along the axes of rotation to control deflection of the quadrant deflection electrodes.

Abstract translation: 提出了具有多个具有改进的偏转和其它特性的二维微镜结构的微镜条组件。 在微镜结构中，用于静电偏转的电极设置在被加工，附接或模制成基底的锥形或准圆锥形实体上。 这些电极与旋转轴大致平行或偏移45度，形成象限。 扭转传感器沿旋转轴提供，以控制象限偏转电极的偏转。

公开(公告)号：US06694072B1

公开(公告)日：2004-02-17

申请号：US10031159

申请日：2002-01-11

Applicant: Armand P. Neukermans ,  Steven M. Clark ,  Marc R. Schuman ,  Timothy G. Slater ,  Jack D. Foster ,  Sam Calmes

Inventor： Armand P. Neukermans ,  Steven M. Clark ,  Marc R. Schuman ,  Timothy G. Slater ,  Jack D. Foster ,  Sam Calmes

IPC: G02B626

CPC classification number: G02B6/359 ,  G02B6/32 ,  G02B6/327 ,  G02B6/3518 ,  G02B6/3556 ,  G02B6/357 ,  G02B6/3582 ,  G02B6/3584 ,  G02B6/3644 ,  G02B6/3656 ,  G02B6/3672 ,  G02B6/3692 ,  G02B26/0841 ,  G02B26/085 ,  H04Q11/0005 ,  H04Q2011/003 ,  H04Q2011/0039

Abstract: A fiber optic switch (400) includes a fiber optic switching module (100) that receives and fixes ends (104) of optical fibers (106). The module (100) includes numerous reflective light beam deflectors (172) arranged in a V-shape which may be selected as pairs for coupling a beam of light (108) between a pair of optical fibers (106). The module (100) also produces orientation signals from each deflector (172) which indicate its orientation. A portcard (406) supplies drive signals to the module (100) for orienting at least one deflector (172). The portcard (406) also receives the orientation signals produced by that deflector (172) together with coordinates that specify an orientation for the deflector (172). The portcard (406) compares the received coordinates with the orientation signals and adjusts the drive signals supplied to the module (100) to reduce any difference between the received coordinates and the orientation signals. The switch (400) also employs optical alignment to precisely orient pairs deflectors (172) coupling a beam of light (108) between optical fibers (106).

Abstract translation: 光纤开关（400）包括光纤切换模块（100），其接收和固定光纤（106）的端部（104）。 模块（100）包括布置成V形的多个反射光束偏转器（172），该反射光束偏转器可被选择成对，用于耦合一对光纤（106）之间的光束（108）。 模块（100）还产生来自指示其取向的每个偏转器（172）的取向信号。 端口卡（406）向模块（100）提供用于定向至少一个偏转器（172）的驱动信号。 端口卡（406）还接收由该偏转器（172）产生的取向信号以及指定偏转器（172）的取向的坐标。 端口卡（406）将接收到的坐标与取向信号进行比较，并且调整提供给模块（100）的驱动信号，以减少所接收的坐标和取向信号之间的差异。 开关（400）还采用光学对准来精确地定向耦合在光纤（106）之间的光束（108）的对偏转器（172）。

公开(公告)号：US06608297B2

公开(公告)日：2003-08-19

申请号：US09849564

申请日：2001-05-05

Applicant: Armand P. Neukermans ,  James P. Downing ,  Timothy G. Slater

Inventor： Armand P. Neukermans ,  James P. Downing ,  Timothy G. Slater

IPC: H04N104

CPC classification number: H04N1/00689 ,  H04N1/00885 ,  H04N1/00891 ,  H04N1/0476 ,  H04N1/107 ,  H04N1/1072 ,  H04N1/1078 ,  H04N1/121 ,  H04N1/193 ,  H04N2201/0096 ,  H04N2201/0471 ,  H04N2201/04732 ,  H04N2201/04737

Abstract: A scanner, through which a document moves while being scanned by a moving beam of light, includes a wheel that rotates responsive to document movement. The wheel includes a multi-sectioned optical encoder upon which the scanning beam of light impinges when in a position at which it does not impinge upon the document. The scanner also includes an optical detector which receives light that is not absorbed by the optical encoder sections. Thus, the optical detector generates an electrical signal that indicates document movement speed. A preferred embodiment the scanner includes a pair of cup-shaped wheels one of which carries the optical encoder that encircles an inner surface of the wheel adjacent to a lip thereof. An axle, also included in the preferred embodiment, spans between, is coupled to, and supports the wheels for rotation in unison about a longitudinal axis parallel to the axle.

公开(公告)号：US06392220B1

公开(公告)日：2002-05-21

申请号：US09388772

申请日：1999-09-02

Applicant: Timothy G. Slater ,  Armand P. Neukermans

Inventor： Timothy G. Slater ,  Armand P. Neukermans

IPC: G01P904

CPC classification number: H04Q11/0005 ,  B81B3/0051 ,  B81B2201/042 ,  B81B2201/045 ,  B81B2203/058 ,  G02B6/32 ,  G02B6/327 ,  G02B6/3518 ,  G02B6/357 ,  G02B6/3584 ,  G02B26/0833 ,  G02B26/0841 ,  G02B26/085 ,  H04Q2011/003 ,  H04Q2011/0039 ,  H04Q2011/0043

Abstract: A monolithically fabricated micromachined structure (52) couples a reference frame (56) to a dynamic plate (58) or second frame for rotation of the plate (58) or second frame with respect to the reference frame (56). Performance of torsional oscillators or scanners (52) benefits greatly by coupling the frame (56) to the plate (58) or second frame with torsional flexure hinges (56) rather than torsion bars (54). Appendages (122), tethers (142) or an improved drive circuit enhance electrostatic drive stability of torsional oscillators (52). Wide and thin torsional flexure hinges (96) and isotopically pure silicon enhance thermal conductivity between the plate (58) and the frame (56). Dampening material bridging slots (232) adjacent to torsional flexure hinges (96) drastically reduce the dynamic member's Q. A widened section (252) of narrow torsional flexure hinges (96) permit inclusion of a torsion sensor (108). A dynamic member (58) that includes an actuator portion (302) performs light beam switching. Reflective coatings (76), wire grid polarizers (362), photo-detectors (372) and Fresnel lenses (376) enhance optical performance of the torsional scanners (58).

Abstract translation: 单片制造的微加工结构（52）将参考框架（56）耦合到动态板（58）或第二框架，用于相对于参考框架（56）转动板（58）或第二框架。 扭转振荡器或扫描仪（52）的性能通过将框架（56）与扭转挠性铰链（56）而不是扭杆（54）联接到板（58）或第二框架而受益匪浅。 附件（122），系绳（142）或改进的驱动电路增强了扭转振荡器（52）的静电驱动稳定性。 宽和薄的扭转弯曲铰链（96）和同位素纯硅增强了板（58）和框架（56）之间的热导率。 与扭转弯曲铰链（96）相邻的阻尼材料桥接槽（232）大大减小了动态构件的Q.窄扭转挠曲铰链（96）的加宽部分（252）允许包括扭转传感器（108）。 包括致动器部分（302）的动态构件（58）执行光束切换。 反射涂层（76），线栅偏振器（362），光电检测器（372）和菲涅尔透镜（376）增强了扭转扫描器（58）的光学性能。

公开(公告)号：US06153966A

公开(公告)日：2000-11-28

申请号：US406678

申请日：1999-09-27

Applicant: Armand P. Neukermans

Inventor： Armand P. Neukermans

IPC: A61F2/18 ,  H01L41/09 ,  H04R17/00 ,  H04R25/00 ,  H01L41/08

CPC classification number: H04R25/604 ,  H01L41/098 ,  H04R2225/67

Abstract: A biocompatible, implantable microactuator (82) for a fully implantable hearing aid system includes a hollow body (84) that has an open first end (88) and, open first and second faces (94a and 94b). Flexible diaphragms (92, 96a and 96b), respectively covering the end (88) and faces (94a and 94b), hermetically seal the body (84). An incompressible liquid (98) fills the body (84). Transducers (102), provided by laminated, stress-biased unimorphs (32 or 62) that are mechanically coupled to the flexible diaphragms (96a and 96b), deflect the diaphragms (96a and 96b) in response to an electrical driving signal. Deflections of the diaphragms (96a and 96b) are coupled by the liquid (98) to the first flexible diaphragm (92). The unimorphs (32 or 62) include a layer of biocompatible metal (36 or 66-68) deposited on one side of a biocompatible piezoelectric ceramic plate (34 or 64) to stress-bias the plate (34 or 64). A thin, biocompatible electrode (44 or 72) coats the other side of the plate (34 or 64).

Abstract translation: 一种用于完全植入式助听器系统的生物相容的植入式微型致动器（82）包括具有敞开的第一端（88）和敞开的第一和第二面（94a和94b）的空心体（84）。 分别覆盖端部（88）和面（94a和94b）的柔性隔膜（92,96a和96b）气密地密封主体（84）。 不可压缩液体（98）填充主体（84）。 通过机械耦合到柔性隔膜（96a和96b）的层压的，应力偏压的单相（32或62）提供的传感器（102）响应于电驱动信号偏转膜片（96a和96b）。 隔膜（96a和96b）的偏转由液体（98）耦合到第一柔性隔膜（92）。 单原子（32或62）包括沉积在生物相容性压电陶瓷板（34或64）的一侧上以对板（34或64）进行应力偏压的生物相容性金属层（36或66-68）。 薄的生物相容性电极（44或72）涂覆在板（34或64）的另一侧。

公开(公告)号：US6122394A

公开(公告)日：2000-09-19

申请号：US846837

申请日：1997-05-01

Applicant: Armand P. Neukermans ,  Timothy G. Slater ,  Philip Downing

Inventor： Armand P. Neukermans ,  Timothy G. Slater ,  Philip Downing

IPC: G02B26/08 ,  G06K9/00 ,  G06K9/20

CPC classification number: G06K9/00046 ,  G02B26/085 ,  G06K9/00013 ,  G06K9/00053 ,  G06K9/2009

Abstract: A beam (38) of electromagnetic radiation deflected by a moving mirror plate (56) of a micromachined scanner (54) produces a two dimensional ("2D") raster (132) on a scanned surface (28) of a block (34). The block (34) is transparent to electro-magnetic radiation of pre-established wavelengths. A radiation inlet-face (36) of the block (34) admits the beam (38) that then impinges on the scanned surface (28) to exit the block (34) through a radiation outlet-face (42). After exiting the block (34), the beam (38) impinges upon a radiation detector (142). Total internal reflection ("TIR") of the beam (38) from the scanned surface (28) at fingerprint valleys and frustration of TIR at fingerprint ridges causes the radiation detector (142) to produce a time-varying electrical signal that represents the fingerprint. The scanned surface (28) may be formed by a patch (302) of resilient material, that may be tinted to be transparent only at the pre-established wavelength of the electro-magnetic radiation.

Abstract translation: 由微机械扫描器（54）的移动镜板（56）偏转的电磁辐射束（38）在块（34）的扫描表面（28）上产生二维（“2D”）光栅（132） 。 块（34）对于预先建立的波长的电磁辐射是透明的。 块体（34）的辐射入射面（36）允许射束（38）然后撞击在扫描表面（28）上，以通过辐射出射面（42）离开块体（34）。 在离开块（34）之后，光束（38）撞击在辐射检测器（142）上。 来自扫描表面（28）的光束（38）在指纹谷处的全内反射（“TIR”）和指纹脊上TIR的挫折使得辐射探测器（142）产生代表指纹的时变电信号 。 扫描表面（28）可以由弹性材料的贴片（302）形成，其可以仅在电磁辐射的预先建立的波长下被着色为透明。

公开(公告)号：US6068751A

公开(公告)日：2000-05-30

申请号：US768303

申请日：1996-12-17

Applicant: Armand P. Neukermans

Inventor： Armand P. Neukermans

IPC: B01L3/00 ,  B01L7/00 ,  B81B3/00 ,  F15C5/00 ,  G01N27/26

CPC classification number: F15C5/00 ,  B01L3/502715 ,  B01L3/502738 ,  B01L3/505 ,  B01L2300/0654 ,  B01L2300/0816 ,  B01L2300/0864 ,  B01L2300/0867 ,  B01L2300/087 ,  B01L2300/1827 ,  B01L2400/0421 ,  B01L2400/0481 ,  B01L2400/0655 ,  B01L3/50273 ,  B01L7/525

Abstract: A microfluidic delivery system (20) and microfluidic system (100) control flows of a liquid or a gas through elongated capillaries (62, 126) that are enclosed along at least one surface by a layer (42, 114) of a malleable material. An electrically-powered actuator included in the systems (20, 100) extends toward or retracts a blade from the layer (42, 114) of a malleable material to either occlude or open capillaries. Reservoirs (46, 124) included in a pouch (22, 108) together with the capillaries (62, 126) supply fluids whose flow is controlled by movement of the blades. The microfluidic system (100) permits dispensing at will, under microprocessor control at predetermined flow rates, liquids, samples, chemicals, reagents and body fluids, and mixing them together and/or reacting for diagnostic medical or analytical tests, DNA sequencing etc. The microfluidic delivery system (20) and microfluidic system (100) may be used for clinical testing, environmental or forensic testing, analytical chemistry, fine chemistry, biological sciences, combinatorial synthesis, etc.

Abstract translation: 微流体输送系统（20）和微流体系统（100）通过细长的毛细管（62,126）控制液体或气体的流动，所述毛细管沿着至少一个表面被可延展材料的层（42,114）包围。 包括在系统（20,100）中的电动致动器朝向或缩回刀片从可延展材料的层（42,114）延伸到或闭合或打开毛细管。 包含在袋（22,108）中的与毛细管（62,126）一起的储存器（46,124）供应流体，其流动由叶片的移动来控制。 微流体系统（100）允许在预定流量的微处理器控制下，液体，样品，化学品，试剂和体液分批，并将它们混合在一起和/或用于诊断医学或分析测试，DNA测序等。 微流体输送系统（20）和微流体系统（100）可用于临床检测，环境或法医检测，分析化学，精细化学，生物科学，组合合成等。