公开(公告)号：US20080264801A1

公开(公告)日：2008-10-30

申请号：US11867399

申请日：2007-10-04

Applicant: Alan C. West ,  Mark J. Willey ,  Robert J. von Gutfeld

Inventor： Alan C. West ,  Mark J. Willey ,  Robert J. von Gutfeld

IPC: G01N27/416 ,  G01N27/26

CPC classification number: G01N27/42

Abstract: Methods and systems for monitoring electrolyte bath fluids are provided. The electrolyte bath fluids can be electroplating, electroless plating or etching solutions. The monitoring systems employ microfluidic devices, which have built in microfluidic channels and microfabricated thin-film electrodes. The devices are configured with fluid pumps to control the movement and mixing of test fluids through the microfluidic channels. The microfabricated thin-film electrodes are configured so that the plating or etching bath fluid composition can be characterized by electrochemical measurements. The monitoring methods and system provide faster measurement times, generate minimal waste, and occupy dramatically reduced physical space compared to conventional bath-monitor systems. The monitoring systems and method also provide low-cost system and methods for measuring or monitoring electroless plating bath rates.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于监测电解液液体的方法和系统。 电解液液体可以是电镀，无电镀或蚀刻溶液。 监测系统采用微流体装置，其内置微流体通道和微细的薄膜电极。 这些装置配置有流体泵，以控制测试流体通过微流体通道的移动和混合。 微制造的薄膜电极被配置为使得电镀或蚀刻浴液组合物可以通过电化学测量来表征。 监测方法和系统提供更快的测量时间，产生最少的浪费，并且与传统的浴室监视系统相比，占据显着减少的物理空间。 监测系统和方法还提供了用于测量或监测化学镀浴率的低成本系统和方法。

公开(公告)号：US08475642B2

公开(公告)日：2013-07-02

申请号：US11867399

申请日：2007-10-04

Applicant: Alan C. West ,  Mark J. Willey ,  Robert J. von Gutfeld

Inventor： Alan C. West ,  Mark J. Willey ,  Robert J. von Gutfeld

IPC: G01N27/416 ,  G01N27/403

CPC classification number: G01N27/42

Abstract: Methods and systems for monitoring electrolyte bath fluids are provided. The electrolyte bath fluids can be electroplating, electroless plating or etching solutions. The monitoring systems employ microfluidic devices, which have built in microfluidic channels and microfabricated thin-film electrodes. The devices are configured with fluid pumps to control the movement and mixing of test fluids through the microfluidic channels. The microfabricated thin-film electrodes are configured so that the plating or etching bath fluid composition can be characterized by electrochemical measurements. The monitoring methods and system provide faster measurement times, generate minimal waste, and occupy dramatically reduced physical space compared to conventional bath-monitor systems. The monitoring systems and method also provide low-cost system and methods for measuring or monitoring electroless plating bath rates.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于监测电解液液体的方法和系统。 电解液液体可以是电镀，无电镀或蚀刻溶液。 监测系统采用微流体装置，其内置微流体通道和微细的薄膜电极。 这些装置配置有流体泵，以控制测试流体通过微流体通道的移动和混合。 微制造的薄膜电极被配置为使得电镀或蚀刻浴液组合物可以通过电化学测量来表征。 监测方法和系统提供更快的测量时间，产生最少的浪费，并且与传统的浴室监视系统相比，占据显着减少的物理空间。 监测系统和方法还提供了用于测量或监测化学镀浴率的低成本系统和方法。

公开(公告)号：US20080245674A1

公开(公告)日：2008-10-09

申请号：US12040378

申请日：2008-02-29

Applicant: Robert J. von Gutfeld ,  Alan C. West

Inventor： Robert J. von Gutfeld ,  Alan C. West

IPC: B05D5/04

CPC classification number: C25F3/02 ,  B81C1/00571 ,  B81C2201/0133 ,  B81C2201/0139 ,  B81C2201/0142 ,  C23F1/02 ,  C23F1/08 ,  H05K3/068 ,  H05K2203/1105 ,  H05K2203/1115

Abstract: Systems and methods for etching topographic features in non-crystalline or metallic substrates are provided. A protective material is placed and patterned on a surface of the substrate to define exposed and protected regions of the substrate for etching in a liquid etchant having etching rates that are thermally activated. A nonuniform temperature profile is imposed on the substrate so that the temperatures and hence the etching rates at surfaces in the exposed regions are higher than those in the protected regions. Arrangements for imposing the nonuniform temperature profile include heating designated portions of the substrate with light radiation. Alternatively, the non-uniform temperature profile is developed as etching progresses by passing current pulses through the substrate in a manner that causes geometrically non-uniform heating of the substrate.

Abstract translation: 提供用于蚀刻非晶体或金属基底中的地形特征的系统和方法。 保护材料被放置并图案化在衬底的表面上以限定衬底的暴露和保护区域，以在具有热激活蚀刻速率的液体蚀刻剂中蚀刻。 对基板施加不均匀的温度曲线，使得暴露区域中的表面的温度和蚀刻速率高于受保护区域中的温度。 施加不均匀温度分布的布置包括用光辐射加热衬底的指定部分。 或者，当通过使电流脉冲以导致衬底的几何不均匀加热的方式通过衬底时蚀刻进行蚀刻而开发不均匀的温度分布。

公开(公告)号：US20110290632A1

公开(公告)日：2011-12-01

申请号：US12788346

申请日：2010-05-27

Applicant: Robert J. von Gutfeld ,  Kenneth D. Hughes

Inventor： Robert J. von Gutfeld ,  Kenneth D. Hughes

IPC: C10B27/00

CPC classification number: C10B47/30 ,  C10B53/02 ,  C10B53/04 ,  Y02E50/14

Abstract: The invention describes a unique and novel pyrolysis kiln for separating water vapor from a carbonaceous feedstock early in the pyrolysis process. The kiln structure includes two fans, one located near the proximal end of the kiln, the other near the kiln's distal end. Both fans create a local decrease in pressure at the respective ends with a dead zone in the intermediate region between the two ends of the kiln. At the proximal end, low temperature volatiles are removed, especially water vapor, and directed to a waste water cleanup station. Early removal of the water vapor makes the remaining pyrolysis process substantially more efficient. At the distal end, the high temperature hydrocarbons and other impurities are removed in a conventional manner and directed to a hot gas cleanup unit.

Abstract translation: 本发明描述了一种独特且新颖的热解窑，用于在热解过程中早期从碳质原料中分离水蒸汽。 窑结构包括两个风扇，一个位于窑近端附近，另一个靠近窑的远端。 两个风扇在窑的两端之间的中间区域处的死区产生局部相应端部的压力降低。 在近端，除去低温挥发物，特别是水蒸气，并引导到废水净化站。 早期去除水蒸气使剩余的热解过程显着更有效率。 在远端，以常规方式除去高温烃和其它杂质，并引导到热气体净化单元。

公开(公告)号：US06928380B2

公开(公告)日：2005-08-09

申请号：US10699123

申请日：2003-10-30

Applicant: S. Jay Chey ,  Hendrik Hamann ,  James A. Lacey ,  James Vichiconti ,  Robert J. von Gutfeld

Inventor： S. Jay Chey ,  Hendrik Hamann ,  James A. Lacey ,  James Vichiconti ,  Robert J. von Gutfeld

IPC: G01K1/02 ,  G01K7/04 ,  G01K7/16

CPC classification number: G01K1/026

Abstract: A system and method for measuring thermal distributions of an electronic device during operation is disclosed. The system includes an electronic device, a heat sink adjacent to the electronic device and an electrical-insulating layer disposed on the electronic device so as to separate the electronic device and the heat sink. The system further includes a plurality of thermal sensors located on the electrical-insulating layer, each of the plurality of thermal sensors in a different location. The plurality of thermal sensors is located within one or more thin film circuit layers disposed adjacent to the electrical insulating layer. The system further includes a module for receiving thermal information from the plurality of thermal sensors during operation of the electronic device. The system further includes a processor coupled to the module for generating a thermal distribution of the electronic device based on the thermal information received from the plurality of thermal sensors.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于测量操作期间电子设备的热分布的系统和方法。 该系统包括电子设备，与电子设备相邻的散热器以及设置在电子设备上以分离电子设备和散热器的电绝缘层。 该系统还包括位于电绝缘层上的多个热传感器，多个热传感器中的每一个处于不同的位置。 多个热传感器位于邻近电绝缘层设置的一个或多个薄膜电路层内。 该系统还包括用于在电子设备的操作期间从多个热传感器接收热信息的模块。 该系统还包括耦合到模块的处理器，用于基于从多个热传感器接收的热信息产生电子设备的热分布。

公开(公告)号：US06711466B2

公开(公告)日：2004-03-23

申请号：US10042917

申请日：2002-01-07

Applicant: David W. Abraham ,  Richard A. John ,  Robert J. von Gutfeld

Inventor： David W. Abraham ,  Richard A. John ,  Robert J. von Gutfeld

IPC: G06F1700

CPC classification number: B05B12/124 ,  B05C11/10 ,  B05C11/1018 ,  H01L21/6715 ,  H01L21/67253

Abstract: A system and method for maintaining a dispensing system a desired distance between a dispenser and a surface is shown. The system includes a light-emitting device, connected to the dispenser, that emits light in the direction of the surface. The emitted light is reflected off of the surface as well as a mirror connected to the dispenser. Subsequently, all reflected light is received by a sensor. Using the sensor data, a computer calculates the distance between the dispenser and the surface. A servo device then adjusts the location of the dispenser, in accordance with the calculated distance, in order to maintain the desired distance between the dispenser and the surface. One advantage of the system and method is the increased ability to maintain a desired distance between the dispenser and the surface. This can lead to increased and higher quality production by a dispensing system.

Abstract translation: 示出了用于将分配系统维持在分配器和表面之间所需距离的系统和方法。 该系统包括连接到分配器的发光装置，其在表面的方向上发光。 发射的光被从表面反射，以及连接到分配器的反射镜。 随后，所有反射光被传感器接收。 使用传感器数据，计算机计算分配器和表面之间的距离。 伺服装置然后根据计算的距离来调节分配器的位置，以便保持分配器和表面之间的期望距离。 该系统和方法的一个优点是提高了在分配器和表面之间保持期望距离的能力。 这可以通过分配系统导致越来越高的质量生产。

公开(公告)号：US5552778A

公开(公告)日：1996-09-03

申请号：US344771

申请日：1994-11-23

Applicant: Alejandro G. Schrott ,  Robert J. von Gutfeld

Inventor： Alejandro G. Schrott ,  Robert J. von Gutfeld

IPC: G06K17/00 ,  B06B1/04 ,  B06B1/08 ,  B06B3/00 ,  G06K7/08 ,  G06K19/067 ,  H04B1/59

CPC classification number: G06K19/0672 ,  G06K7/086

Abstract: A tag structure suitable for attachment to an object includes one or more bimorphs comprised of a thin strip of a magnetostrictive material attached to a thicker bar of hard magnetic material. The tag is preferably excited using either magnetic or acoustic fields, tuned to the resonance of the bimorphs. The excitation induces strain in the bimorph which causes mechanical vibrations in the bimorph which are sensed acoustically or magnetically, giving rise to a code. A device for detecting the output of the tag is provided along with a device for decoding the output from the detecting means thereby to identify the object.

Abstract translation: 适于附接到物体的标签结构包括一个或多个双晶片，其由连接到较硬的硬磁性材料棒的磁致伸缩材料的薄带组成。 该标签优选地使用调谐到双压电晶片的共振的磁场或声场激发。 激发在双压电晶片中引起应变，从而引起声学或磁性感应的双压电晶片的机械振动，产生代码。 提供了用于检测标签的输出的装置以及用于解码来自检测装置的输出的装置，从而识别对象。

公开(公告)号：US4512197A

公开(公告)日：1985-04-23

申请号：US528708

申请日：1983-09-01

Applicant: Robert J. von Gutfeld ,  Sherman S. Wang

Inventor： Robert J. von Gutfeld ,  Sherman S. Wang

IPC: G01N29/24 ,  G10K11/26 ,  G10K15/04 ,  G01N29/00 ,  G10K10/00

CPC classification number: G01N29/2418 ,  G01N21/1702 ,  G10K11/26 ,  G10K15/046

Abstract: An apparatus for generating a focusable and scannable ultrasonic beam for e in nondestructive internal examination of an object. In one embodiment an optical mask modifies a pulsed light beam to form an optical zone pattern. The zone pattern is imaged on the surface of an optically absorbing thermoelastic layer in contact with a propagation medium. An ultrasonic beam is thereby generated which focuses at a point in an object submerged in the propagation medium. An optical lens and a mirror respectively focus and scan the modified light beam, whereby the ultrasonic beam is also focused and scanned. A second embodiment utilizes an acousto-optic modulator to modify the light beam and cause scanning and focusing of the ultrasonic beam. Suitable detectors and instrumentation may be provided to analyze the ultrasonic beam after it has traversed the object under examination.

Abstract translation: 一种用于产生可聚焦和可扫描的超声波束的装置，用于对物体的非破坏性内部检查。 在一个实施例中，光学掩模修改脉冲光束以形成光学区域图案。 区域图案在与传播介质接触的光学吸收热弹性层的表面上成像。 由此产生在被浸没在传播介质中的物体的某一点聚焦的超声波束。 光学透镜和镜子分别聚焦和扫描修改的光束，由此超声波束也被聚焦和扫描。 第二实施例利用声光调制器来修改光束并引起超声波束的扫描和聚焦。 可以提供适当的检测器和仪器来分析超声波束已经穿过被检查物体之后。

公开(公告)号：US07375631B2

公开(公告)日：2008-05-20

申请号：US10899489

申请日：2004-07-26

Applicant: Paul A. Moskowitz ,  Robert J. von Gutfeld

Inventor： Paul A. Moskowitz ,  Robert J. von Gutfeld

IPC: G08B13/14

CPC classification number: H01Q1/2225 ,  G06K19/07327 ,  H01Q1/22 ,  H01Q1/526

Abstract: Provides protection to wireless portable transponders from an unauthorized interrogation by employing a mechanical member. Transponders include: cards, fobs and RFID tags that a persons may carry. Such transponders generally have means for receiving and storing electronic and other information, commonly in binary form using memories as in electronic circuits, etc. The invention is designed to provide privacy of electronic information and yet permit the information to be queried at the users discretion. The cards and tags can be protected from receiving or providing unauthorized or unwanted information. The invention provides the mechanical member with means that permit the owner to decide when reception/interrogation of personal or other information is desirable by employing the provided mechanical enable/disable control means.

Abstract translation: 通过使用机械构件，为无线便携式应答器提供对未经授权的询问的保护。 应答器包括：人员可携带的卡片，支架和RFID标签。 这样的转发器通常具有用于接收和存储电子信息和其他信息的装置，通常以电子电路等存储器的二进制形式存储。本发明旨在提供电子信息的隐私，并且允许以用户的方式查询信息。 可以保护卡片和标签免受接收或提供未经授权或不需要的信息。 本发明为机械构件提供了允许所有者通过采用所提供的机械启用/禁用控制装置来决定何时接收/询问个人或其他信息的手段。

公开(公告)号：US07274426B2

公开(公告)日：2007-09-25

申请号：US11335252

申请日：2006-01-18

Applicant: Robert J. von Gutfeld ,  James H. Glownia ,  Gareth G. Hougham

Inventor： Robert J. von Gutfeld ,  James H. Glownia ,  Gareth G. Hougham

IPC: G02F1/1339 ,  G02F1/13

CPC classification number: G02F1/1341 ,  G02F1/1339 ,  G02F2202/023

Abstract: A method of joining two panels during the manufacturing of a LCD display employing the ODF (One Drop Fill) assembly technique. Using this method, the liquid crystal is deposited on one of the substrate's interior to the glue seal. The glue seal is pre-deposited near the peripheral edge of the substrates. The two substrates are then brought in contact with one another. The glue seal must be cured rapidly in order to seal the entire periphery while avoiding contamination between the glue seal, in the liquid state and the liquid crystal. The present invention teaches the use of a non-epoxy glue sealant, which is cured using photoinitiators. Experimental research has discovered the use of photons that are derived from laser beams and the control thereof. This allows for a faster, lower temperature cure.

Abstract translation: 在使用ODF（一滴填充）组装技术的LCD显示器的制造期间连接两个面板的方法。 使用这种方法，将液晶沉积在基板的一个内部到胶封上。 粘合密封件预先沉积在基底的周缘附近。 然后将两个基板彼此接触。 必须快速固化胶水密封，以便密封整个周边，同时避免在液体状态下的胶水密封与液晶之间的污染。 本发明教导了使用光引发剂固化的非环氧胶粘剂。 实验研究发现使用衍射自激光束的光子及其控制。 这允许更快，更低温度的固化。