公开(公告)号：US20070061441A1

公开(公告)日：2007-03-15

申请号：US10575071

申请日：2004-10-07

Applicant: John Landis ,  Terrence Powderly ,  Rajagopalan Subrahmanian ,  Aravindh Puthiyaparambil ,  James Hunter Jr

Inventor： John Landis ,  Terrence Powderly ,  Rajagopalan Subrahmanian ,  Aravindh Puthiyaparambil ,  James Hunter Jr

IPC: G06F15/173

CPC classification number: G06F9/4555 ,  G06F9/45558 ,  G06F9/5077 ,  G06F11/0712 ,  G06F2009/45579

Abstract: A virtualization infrastructure that allows multiple guest partitions to run within a host hardware partition. The host system is divided into distinct logical or virtual partitions and special infrastructure partitions are implemented to control resource management and to control physical I/O device drivers that are, in turn, used by operating systems in other distinct logical or virtual guest partitions. Host hardware resource management runs as a tracking application in a resource management “ultravisor” partition, while host resource management decisions are performed in a higher level command partition based on policies maintained in a separate operations partition. The conventional hypervisor is reduced to a context switching and containment element (monitor) for the respective partitions, while the system resource management functionality is implemented in the ultravisor partition. The ultravisor partition maintains the master in-memory database of the hardware resource allocations and serves a command channel to accept transactional requests for assignment of resources to partitions. It also provides individual read-only views of individual partitions to the associated partition monitors. Host hardware I/O management is implemented in special redundant I/O partitions. Operating systems in other logical or virtual partitions communicate with the I/O partitions via memory channels established by the ultravisor partition. The guest operating systems in the respective logical or virtual partitions are modified to access monitors that implement a system call interface through which the ultravisor, I/O, and any other special infrastructure partitions may initiate communications with each other and with the respective guest partitions. The guest operating systems are modified so that they do not attempt to use the “broken” instructions in the x86 system that complete virtualization systems must resolve by inserting traps.

公开(公告)号：US07046420B1

公开(公告)日：2006-05-16

申请号：US10377680

申请日：2003-02-28

Applicant: James Hunter ,  Christopher Gudeman ,  Alexander Payne

Inventor： James Hunter ,  Christopher Gudeman ,  Alexander Payne

IPC: G02B26/00

CPC classification number: G02B26/001 ,  G02B26/0833

Abstract: A device comprising an array of free metal ribbons that are coupled to a substrate through ceramic support structures is disclosed. The device is preferably an optical MEM device, wherein a first set of free metal ribbons are configured to move relative to a second set of alternating free metal ribbons for modulating an incident light source. An optical MEM system in accordance with the invention includes a light source and suitable optics for transmitting light to and from the array of free metal ribbons. The optical MEM device exhibits reduced surface charging and has applications in optical communications.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种包括通过陶瓷支撑结构耦合到基板的自由金属带阵列的装置。 该装置优选是光学MEM装置，其中第一组自由金属带被配置为相对于第二组交替的自由金属带移动以调制入射光源。 根据本发明的光学MEM系统包括光源和用于将光传送到自由金属带阵列的光学元件。 光学MEM器件表现出减少的表面充电并且在光通信中具有应用。

公开(公告)号：US07027202B1

公开(公告)日：2006-04-11

申请号：US10377994

申请日：2003-02-28

Applicant: James Hunter ,  Christopher S. Gudeman

Inventor： James Hunter ,  Christopher S. Gudeman

IPC: G02B26/00 ,  G02B26/02 ,  G02B5/18

CPC classification number: G02B26/0808 ,  G02B5/1857

Abstract: An optical MEM device is fabricated with a patterned device layer formed on a silicon wafer. Preferably, the patterned device layer is patterned with plurality of ribbons and/or access trenches. The central portion of the ribbon is released from the silicon wafer using a selective etch process, wherein a cavity is formed under the central portion of the ribbon, while opposing ribbon ends remain attached to the wafer. The selective etching process preferably utilizes an enchant comprising xenon difluoride. In accordance with further embodiments, the silicon wafer is doped, patterned or otherwise modified to enhance the selectivity of the etching process.

Abstract translation: 制造具有形成在硅晶片上的图案化器件层的光学MEM器件。 优选地，图案化的器件层被图案化为多个带和/或接入沟槽。 带的中心部分使用选择性蚀刻工艺从硅晶片释放，其中在带的中心部分形成空腔，而相对的带端部保持连接到晶片。 选择性蚀刻工艺优选利用包含氙二氟化物的附魔。 根据另外的实施例，硅晶片被掺杂，图案化或以其他方式修改以增强蚀刻工艺的选择性。

公开(公告)号：US20050200985A1

公开(公告)日：2005-09-15

申请号：US11054056

申请日：2005-02-09

Applicant: Christopher Gudeman ,  James Hunter ,  Richard Yeh ,  David Amm

Inventor： Christopher Gudeman ,  James Hunter ,  Richard Yeh ,  David Amm

IPC: B81B3/00 ,  G02B26/08 ,  G02B5/18

CPC classification number: B81C1/00111 ,  B81B2203/0136 ,  B81B2203/0307 ,  B81C2201/0109 ,  G02B26/0808

Abstract: A MEM device in accordance with the invention comprises one or more movable micro-structures which are preferably ribbon structures or cantilever structures. The ribbon structures or cantilever structures are preferably coupled to a substrate structure through one or more support regions comprising a plurality of anchor support features and a plurality of post support features. The MEM device is preferably an optical MEM device with a plurality of movable ribbon structures each being supported by opposing ends through support regions each comprising a plurality of anchor support features and a plurality of post support features. In accordance with the method of the embodiments, the positions of the anchor and post support features, the number of anchor and support features and the spacings between the support features can selected during fabrication of the device to determine an operating condition of the MEM device.

公开(公告)号：US06938288B2

公开(公告)日：2005-09-06

申请号：US10889517

申请日：2004-07-12

Applicant: Robert James Hunter ,  Catherine Joan Hunter

Inventor： Robert James Hunter ,  Catherine Joan Hunter

IPC: A47C17/64 ,  A47C19/20

CPC classification number: A47C17/645

Abstract: A kit for converting a cross-legged folding cot into a tiered cot, which stilt legs having a longitudinal axis, a top end and a bottom end. A female coupling is positioned at the top end of each of the stilt legs. Each female coupling is offset from the longitudinal axis by between 45 degrees and 65 degrees, and is adapted to receive a leg from a first cross-legged folding cot. With each female coupling holding a leg of a first cross-legged folding cot, the first cot is effectively elevated, such that gear can be stowed or a second cot can be positioned in the space provided beneath the first cot between the stilt legs.

Abstract translation: 一种用于将十字形折叠床转换成层状婴儿床的工具箱，其高架腿具有纵向轴线，顶端和底端。 雌性联轴器位于每个高跷腿的顶端。 每个阴联接器从纵向轴线偏离45度和65度之间，并且适于从第一十字架折叠床接收腿部。 随着每个阴联接器握住第一十字架折叠床的腿，第一床被有效地升高，使得可以收起齿轮，或者第二床可以定位在设置在高跷腿之间的第一床下方的空间中。

公开(公告)号：US06908201B2

公开(公告)日：2005-06-21

申请号：US10186911

申请日：2002-06-28

Applicant: Christopher Gudeman ,  James Hunter ,  Richard Yeh ,  David T. Amm

Inventor： Christopher Gudeman ,  James Hunter ,  Richard Yeh ,  David T. Amm

IPC: B81B3/00 ,  G02B26/08 ,  G02B5/08

CPC classification number: B81C1/00111 ,  B81B2203/0136 ,  B81B2203/0307 ,  B81C2201/0109 ,  G02B26/0808

Abstract: A MEM device in accordance with the invention comprises one or more movable micro-structures which are preferably ribbon structures or cantilever structures. The ribbon structures or cantilever structures are preferably coupled to a substrate structure through one or more support regions comprising a plurality of anchor support features and a plurality of post support features. The MEM device is preferably an optical MEM device with a plurality of movable ribbon structures each being supported by opposing ends through support regions each comprising a plurality of anchor support features and a plurality of post support features. In accordance with the method of the embodiments, the positions of the anchor and post support features, the number of anchor and support features and the spacings between the support features can selected during fabrication of the device to determine an operating condition of the MEM device.

Abstract translation: 根据本发明的MEM装置包括优选带状结构或悬臂结构的一个或多个可移动微结构。 带状结构或悬臂结构优选地通过包括多个锚固支撑特征和多个支撑支撑特征的一个或多个支撑区域耦合到基底结构。 MEM装置优选地是具有多个可移动带结构的光学MEM装置，每个可移动带结构各自由相对的端部支撑，每个支撑区域包括多个锚固支撑特征和多个支撑支撑特征。 根据实施例的方法，可以在制造装置期间选择锚和支柱特征的位置，锚固和支撑特征的数量以及支撑特征之间的间隔，以确定MEM装置的操作状态。

公开(公告)号：US06829092B2

公开(公告)日：2004-12-07

申请号：US09930838

申请日：2001-08-15

Applicant: David T. Amm ,  Jahja Trisnadi ,  James Hunter ,  Christopher Gudeman ,  Dinesh Maheshwari

Inventor： David T. Amm ,  Jahja Trisnadi ,  James Hunter ,  Christopher Gudeman ,  Dinesh Maheshwari

IPC: G02B2600

CPC classification number: G02B26/0808

Abstract: A light modulator includes elongated elements arranged parallel to each other. In a first diffraction mode, the light modulator operates to diffract an incident light into at least two diffraction orders. In a second diffraction mode, the light modulator operates to diffract the incident light into a single diffraction order. Each of the elongated elements comprises a blaze profile, which preferably comprises a reflective stepped profile across a width of each of the elongated elements and which produces an effective blaze at a blaze angle. Alternatively, the blaze profile comprises a reflective surface angled at the blaze angle. Each of selected ones of the elongated elements comprise a first conductive element. The elongated elements produce the first diffraction when a first electrical bias is applied between the first conductive elements and a substrate. A relative height of the blazed portions are adjusted to produce the second diffraction when a second electrical bias is applied between the first conductive elements and the substrate. In an alternative embodiment, each of the elongated elements includes the first conductive element and multiple elongated elements are arranged in groupings, where each of the groupings includes at least three of the elongated elements. When the multiple elongated elements are at a first height, the incident light reflects from the elongated elements. When relative heights of the multiple elongated elements are adjusted by applying individual electrical biases between the first conductive elements and the substrate, the incident light diffracts into the single diffraction order.

Abstract translation: 光调制器包括彼此平行布置的细长元件。 在第一衍射模式中，光调制器用于将入射光衍射为至少两个衍射级。 在第二衍射模式中，光调制器操作以将入射光衍射成单个衍射级。 每个细长元件包括火焰型材，其优选地包括穿过每个细长元件的宽度的反射阶梯型面，并且在火焰角度产生有效的火焰。 或者，火焰轮廓包括在火焰角度处成角度的反射表面。 细长元件中的每一个都包括第一导电元件。 当在第一导电元件和衬底之间施加第一电偏压时，细长元件产生第一衍射。 当在第一导电元件和基板之间施加第二电偏压时，调整闪耀部分的相对高度以产生第二衍射。 在替代实施例中，每个细长元件包括第一导电元件，并且多个细长元件被分组地布置，其中每个组包括至少三个细长元件。 当多个细长元件处于第一高度时，入射光从细长元件反射。 当通过在第一导电元件和衬底之间施加单独的电偏压来调节多个细长元件的相对高度时，入射光衍射成单个衍射级。

公开(公告)号：US06660552B2

公开(公告)日：2003-12-09

申请号：US10100627

申请日：2002-03-14

Applicant: Alexander Payne ,  Christopher Gudeman ,  James Hunter ,  Michael Bruner ,  Clinton Carroll

Inventor： Alexander Payne ,  Christopher Gudeman ,  James Hunter ,  Michael Bruner ,  Clinton Carroll

IPC: H01L2100

CPC classification number: G02B26/0808 ,  B81B7/0012

Abstract: A grating light valve with reduced surface charging is disclosed. Surface charging is measured by the propensity an insulating surface to accept and transport a charge. The grating light valve of the instant invention has a plurality of spaced and movable ribbons formed from Si3N4 coupled to a substrate structure formed of SiO2. A portion of the ribbons are moved to alternate between conditions for constructive and destructive interference with an incident light source having a wavelength &lgr; by applying the appropriate switching voltages across the portion of ribbons and the substrate structure. When charging occurs on surfaces of the grating light valve, the switching voltages required to operate the grating light valve are shifted and diminishing the performance of the grating light valve. By drying silicon-based surfaces of the grating light valve and exposing the silicon-based surfaces of the grating light valve to a Nitrogen-rich pacify gas environment, the surfaces of the grating light valve exhibit reduced charging and consistent response to applied bias voltages. In the drying step, residual water or moisture is removed from the surfaces by elevating the temperature of the grating light valve structure in a vacuum environment. Preferably, the drying is carried at temperatures of 250 degrees Celsius or greater and at vacuum pressures of 10−6 Torr or less. After the surface of the grating light valve are dried, the surfaces are exposed to the Nitrogen-rich pacifying gas environment at ambient temperature. Presumably, the Nitrogen-rich pacify gas environment blankets the silicon-based surfaces of the grating light valve with adsorbed, physisorbed, or chemi-adsorbed Nitrogen and thus reduces the propensity of those surfaces to accept water or moisture, which is believed to facilitate the charging. After the surfaces of the grating light valve are treated according to the current invention, charging of the surface remains low and stable even for several days in open air conditions.

公开(公告)号：US5756046A

公开(公告)日：1998-05-26

申请号：US564349

申请日：1996-06-25

Applicant: Robert Gordon Winks ,  Aleck James Hunter

Inventor： Robert Gordon Winks ,  Aleck James Hunter

IPC: A23B9/00 ,  A01M13/00 ,  A23B9/18 ,  A23K3/03 ,  A23L3/3409 ,  A61L2/20 ,  A61L9/00

CPC classification number: A23B9/18 ,  A01M13/00 ,  A23L3/3409

Abstract: When fumigating a bulk particulate commodity stored in a top-vented vertical silo by slowly passing a gas containing a low concentration of a gaseous fumigant through the bulk mass, differences between the temperature, T.sub.g, in the bulk mass and the ambient temperature, T.sub.a, outside the silo cause a "chimney effect" within the silo, and possible unwanted dilution of the fumigant. The chimney effect also occurs in other top-vented storage structures containing particulate commodities. To overcome the chimney effect, the fumigant-containing gas is supplied through a duct to the base of the storage structure at a flow rate Q.sub.f (in m.sup.3 sec.sup.1) determined by the relationship ##EQU1## where g is the acceleration due to gravity (approximately 9.8 m sec .sup.2); P.sub.a is the atmospheric pressure expressed in Pascals; R.sub.a is the gas constant for air (=287 J kg.sup.-1 K.sup.-1); T.sub.a is in K; T.sub.g is also in K; R is a resistance factor (in Pascals sec m.sup.-2) which depends upon the nature of the commodity in the storage structure; and A is the horizontal cross-sectional area of the storage structure, in square meters. This technique can also be used to maintain effective fumigation of a plurality of storage structures in a storage facility, from a single source of gaseous fumigant.

Abstract translation: PCT No.PCT / AU94 / 00324 Sec。 371日期1996年6月25日第 102（e）1996年6月25日PCT 1994年6月15日PCT公布。 公开号WO94 / 28746 日期1994年12月22日当通过缓慢地将含有低浓度气态熏蒸剂的气体缓慢通过本体质量来焚烧存储在顶部垂直筒仓中的散装颗粒物品时，体积块体中的温度Tg和 筒仓外的环境温度Ta会导致料仓内的“烟囱效应”，并可能对熏蒸剂进行不必要的稀释。 烟囱效应也发生在包含颗粒物品的其他顶部存储结构中。 为了克服烟囱效应，将含熏蒸剂的气体通过管道供给到储存结构的基部，流速Qf（m3·sec1）由关系式确定，其中g是重力加速度（大约 9.8 m sec 2）; Pa是以帕斯卡表示的大气压力; Ra是空气的气体常数（= 287 J kg-1 K-1）; Ta在K; Tg也在K; R是抵消因子（以帕斯卡秒m-2为单位），这取决于存储结构中商品的性质; 而A是存储结构的水平横截面积，单位为平方米。 这种技术也可以用于从单一气态熏蒸剂来源保存存储设施中的多个存储结构的有效熏蒸。

公开(公告)号：US2983325A

公开(公告)日：1961-05-09

申请号：US670960

申请日：1960-02-04

Applicant: JAMES HUNTER INC

Inventor： MOODY ALMA V

IPC: D01G23/04

CPC classification number: D01G23/045