ROLL-TO-ROLL METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MICRO-REPLICATION OF A PATTERN OF LARGE RELIEF THREE-DIMENSIONAL MICROSTRUCTURES
    1.
    发明申请
    ROLL-TO-ROLL METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MICRO-REPLICATION OF A PATTERN OF LARGE RELIEF THREE-DIMENSIONAL MICROSTRUCTURES 审中-公开
    用于微型复制大型解体三维微结构图案的辊 - 辊方法和系统

    公开(公告)号:WO2008086116A2

    公开(公告)日:2008-07-17

    申请号:PCT/US2008/050143

    申请日:2008-01-03

    Abstract: A method and system referred to as PALM (Patterning by Adhesive of Large Relief Three- Dimensional Micro structures) with large reliefs exceeding 1 μm and being as large as 100 μm. The Micro structures can be either deterministic (such as micro prisms), or random (such as diffusers), the first obtained by copying an original super master, and latter obtained by copying a laser speckle pattern. The master process entails copying a super master into the form of the micro structure constituting a pattern on the patterning cylinder (called a drum), to be then continuously multiplied in the PALM system, in a continuous roll-to-roll web process. The latter method, together with the related system, is the subject of this invention. The rolls continuously repeat the master pattern, copying by adhesive with large viscosity on acrylic (hybrid) as well as by a monolithic process. The monolithic process can be accomplished using temperature and pressure, or by UV-cured polymerization. Therefore, the invention comprises three alternative processes: one, hybrid (adhesive on acrylic), and two monolithic ones. In the PALM (hybrid) process, an epoxy is wet-coated on film substrates such as polycarbonate (PC), polyester (PET), (PE), or other flexible material. The adhesive, in liquid form, is applied to the substrate by a self-metered coating sub-process. In the present invention, the adhesive is used for forming the micro structure pattern. The micro structure pattern is replicated from a master roll or image drum onto a coating roll.

    Abstract translation: 被称为PALM(Patterning by Adhesive of Large Relief Three-Dimensional Micro structures)的方法和系统具有超过1μm的大浮雕并且大到100μm。 微结构既可以是确定性的(如微棱镜),也可以是随机的(如扩散器),第一种是复制原始超级主控制器,后者是通过复制激光散斑图案获得的。 主工艺需要将超级母版复制成构图滚筒(称为滚筒)上构成图案的微结构形式,然后在PALM系统中以连续的卷对卷网工艺连续倍增。 后一种方法连同相关系统是本发明的主题。 这些卷筒不断重复主图案,通过丙烯酸(混合)上的大粘度胶粘剂以及通过整体工艺复制。 整体工艺可以使用温度和压力,或通过UV固化聚合来完成。 因此,本发明包括三种替代工艺:一种是混合型(在丙烯酸上的粘合剂),另一种是单体型。 在PALM(混合)工艺中,环氧树脂被湿涂在薄膜基材上,例如聚碳酸酯(PC),聚酯(PET),(PE)或其他柔性材料。 液体形式的粘合剂通过自动计量涂覆子工艺施加到基底上。 在本发明中,粘合剂用于形成微结构图案。 微结构图案从主辊或图像鼓复制到涂布辊上。

    A CONNECTOR FOR HARSH ENVIRONMENTS
    2.
    发明申请
    A CONNECTOR FOR HARSH ENVIRONMENTS 审中-公开
    HARH环境连接器

    公开(公告)号:WO2007032816A2

    公开(公告)日:2007-03-22

    申请号:PCT/US2006/027570

    申请日:2006-07-15

    Abstract: Two embodiments of a connector that can be mated without regard for its orientation are disclosed. One embodiment is mated and demated autonomously as part of a system for recovering, docking with, recharging and re-launching unmanned aerial vehicles. Another embodiment is employed on the decks of vessels to facilitate mating and demating of various equipment providing different functions to reconfigure the vessel. Because both embodiments are configured for connection irrespective of angular orientation over 360°, they are especially suited for harsh environments including autonomous operation, rough seas, darkness and the like.

    Abstract translation: 公开了可以不考虑其取向而配合的连接器的两个实施例。 作为用于恢复,对接,再充电和重新发射无人驾驶飞行器的系统的一部分,一个实施例被自动地配合和排列。 在容器的甲板上采用另一个实施例,以便于提供不同功能的各种设备的配合和排气以重新配置容器。 由于两个实施例都被配置为连接,而不管角度取向超过360°,它们特别适用于恶劣的环境,包括自主操作,粗糙的海洋,黑暗等。

    ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR CONFIGURED AS A FASTENING ELEMENT
    4.
    发明申请
    ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR CONFIGURED AS A FASTENING ELEMENT 审中-公开
    电气连接器配置为一个紧固元件

    公开(公告)号:WO2007015785A2

    公开(公告)日:2007-02-08

    申请号:PCT/US2006/027571

    申请日:2006-07-15

    Abstract: The present invention relates to a connector configured as a fastening element. Some embodiments are in the form of a wearable "smart" electrical connector and associated connector system in the form of a modular network, which for the first time integrates electronics into protective clothing in a body-conformable and comfortable fashion. It has these unique features: wearability compatible with existing and future military/civilian vests/uniforms; a button-like snap-fastener that can be snapped and unsnapped "blindly" with one hand; and resilience to harsh temperature/humidity, chemicals, water and laundering. Another embodiment is employed in a carton-centric system to indicate tampering with the carton during transit.

    Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种被配置为紧固元件的连接器。 一些实施例是可穿戴的“智能”电连接器和模块化网络形式的相关联的连接器系统的形式,其首次将电子器件以身体适形和舒适的方式集成到防护服装中。 它具有这些独特的功能:与现有和未来的军事/民用背心/制服兼容的耐磨性; 一个按钮式的揿钮,可以用一只手“盲目地”拍打和不睡觉; 并适应恶劣的温度/湿度,化学品,水和洗涤。 在纸箱为中心的系统中采用另一个实施例来指示在运输期间篡改纸箱。

    LOBSTER EYE X-RAY IMAGING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF FABRICATION THEREOF
    5.
    发明申请
    LOBSTER EYE X-RAY IMAGING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF FABRICATION THEREOF 审中-公开
    LOBSTER EYE X射线成像系统及其制造方法

    公开(公告)号:WO2007015784A2

    公开(公告)日:2007-02-08

    申请号:PCT/US2006/027569

    申请日:2006-07-15

    CPC classification number: G01N23/203 G21K1/06

    Abstract: A Lobster Eye X-ray Imaging System based on a unique Lobster Eye (LE) structure, X-ray generator, scintillator-based detector and cooled CCD (or Intensified CCD) for real-time, safe, staring Compton backscatter X-ray detection of objects hidden under ground, in containers, behind walls, bulkheads etc.. In contrast to existing scanning pencil beam systems, Lobster Eye X-Ray Imaging System's true focusing X-ray optics simultaneously acquire ballistic Compton backscattering photons (CBPs) from an entire scene irradiated by a wide-open cone beam from one or more X-ray generators. The Lobster Eye X-ray Imaging System collects (focuses) thousands of times more backscattered hard X- rays in the range from 40 to 120 keV (or wavelength λ = 0.31 to 0.1 A) than current backscatter imaging sensors (BISs), giving high sensitivity and signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and penetration through ground, metal walls etc.. The collection efficiency of Lobster Eye X-ray Imaging System is optimized to reduce emitted X-ray power and miniaturize the device. This device is especially advantageous for and satisfies requirements of X-ray-based inspection systems, namely, penetration of the X-rays through ground, metal and other material concealments; safely; and man-portability. The advanced technology disclosed herein is also applicable to medical diagnostics and military applications such as mine detection, securily screening and a like.

    Abstract translation: 基于独特龙虾眼(LE)结构的龙虾眼X射线成像系统,X射线发生器,基于闪烁体的检测器和冷却CCD(或强化CCD),用于实时,安全,凝视康普顿反向散射X射线检测 隐藏在地下的物品,集装箱,墙壁,舱壁等等。与现有的扫描笔束系统相反,龙虾眼X射线成像系统的真正的聚焦X射线光学器件同时从整体上获取弹道康普顿背散射光子(CBP) 由来自一个或多个X射线发生器的宽开口锥形束照射的场景。 龙虾眼X射线成像系统收集(聚焦)数千倍的背散射硬X射线,范围为40至120 keV(或波长λ= 0.31至0.1 A),比当前的后向散射成像传感器(BIS)高得多 灵敏度和信噪比(SNR),穿透地面,金属墙壁等。龙虾眼X射线成像系统的采集效率得到优化,可以减少发射的X射线功率,使设备小型化。 该装置对于基于X射线的检查系统特别有利并满足X射线穿透地面,金属和其他材料隐藏的要求; 安全; 和人的便携性。 本文公开的先进技术也适用于医疗诊断和军事应用,如矿山检测,安全筛查等。

    LOBSTER EYE X-RAY IMAGING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF FABRICATION THEREOF
    8.
    发明公开
    LOBSTER EYE X-RAY IMAGING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF FABRICATION THEREOF 审中-公开
    HUMMERAUGEN-射线成像系统及其制造方法

    公开(公告)号:EP1907831A2

    公开(公告)日:2008-04-09

    申请号:EP06800081.9

    申请日:2006-07-15

    CPC classification number: G01N23/203 G21K1/06

    Abstract: A Lobster Eye X-ray Imaging System based on a unique Lobster Eye (LE) structure, X-ray generator, scintillator-based detector and cooled CCD (or Intensified CCD) for real-time, safe, staring Compton backscatter X-ray detection of objects hidden under ground, in containers, behind walls, bulkheads etc.. In contrast to existing scanning pencil beam systems, Lobster Eye X-Ray Imaging System's true focusing X-ray optics simultaneously acquire ballistic Compton backscattering photons (CBPs) from an entire scene irradiated by a wide-open cone beam from one or more X-ray generators. The Lobster Eye X-ray Imaging System collects (focuses) thousands of times more backscattered hard X- rays in the range from 40 to 120 keV (or wavelength λ = 0.31 to 0.1 A) than current backscatter imaging sensors (BISs), giving high sensitivity and signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and penetration through ground, metal walls etc.. The collection efficiency of Lobster Eye X-ray Imaging System is optimized to reduce emitted X-ray power and miniaturize the device. This device is especially advantageous for and satisfies requirements of X-ray-based inspection systems, namely, penetration of the X-rays through ground, metal and other material concealments; safely; and man-portability. The advanced technology disclosed herein is also applicable to medical diagnostics and military applications such as mine detection, securily screening and a like.

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