An object is to provide a semiconductor device of which a manufacturing process is not complicated and by which cost can be suppressed, by forming a thin film transistor using an oxide semiconductor film typified by zinc oxide, and a manufacturing method thereof. For the semiconductor device, a gate electrode is formed over a substrate; a gate insulating film is formed covering the gate electrode; an oxide semiconductor film is formed over the gate insulating film; and a first conductive film and a second conductive film are formed over the oxide semiconductor film. The oxide semiconductor film has at least a crystallized region in a channel region.

Semiconductor device, and manufacturing method thereof

An adaptive interface for a programmable system, for predicting a desired user function, based on user history, as well as machine internal status and context. The apparatus receives an input from the user and other data. A predicted input is presented for confirmation by the user, and the predictive mechanism is updated based on this feedback. Also provided is a pattern recognition system for a multimedia device, wherein a user input is matched to a video stream on a conceptual basis, allowing inexact programming of a multimedia device. The system analyzes a data stream for correspondence with a data pattern for processing and storage. The data stream is subjected to adaptive pattern recognition to extract features of interest to provide a highly compressed representation that may be efficiently processed to determine correspondence. Applications of the interface and system include a video cassette recorder (VCR), medical device, vehicle control system, audio device, environmental control system, securities trading terminal, and smart house. The system optionally includes an actuator for effecting the environment of operation, allowing closed-loop feedback operation and automated learning.

Adaptive pattern recognition based control system and method

The Customer Activated Multi-Value (CAM) card provides a customer with a primary use as a transaction card which can be further activated to have a secondary use as a credit card. The CAM card can be activated as a transaction card or as a transaction card with a credit card feature. Activation of the CAM card as a transaction card allows the customer to purchase goods and services from one specific vendor and to establish a relationship with that vendor for the goods or services rendered (for example, telephone calling card or gasoline product purchasing card) while enjoying reward benefits based on those to purchases. Activation of the credit feature of the card allows the customer to interact with any merchant that accepts traditional credit cards such as VISA®, MASTERCARD®, AMERICAN EXPRESS®, or DISCOVER®. The combination of features allows a customer to purchase various goods and services from several different merchants. If the customer chooses to activate the CAM card as both a transaction card and a credit card, the customer is given the benefit of using the card in both manners described above.

Customer activated multi-value (CAM) card

The Wireless Integrated Network Sensor Next Generation (WINS NG) nodes provide distributed network and Internet access to sensors, controls, and processors that are deeply embedded in equipment, facilities, and the environment. The WINS NG network is a new monitoring and control capability for applications in transportation, manufacturing, health care, environmental monitoring, and safety and security. The WINS NG nodes combine microsensor technology, low power distributed signal processing, low power computation, and low power, low cost wireless and/or wired networking capability in a compact system. The WINS NG networks provide sensing, local control, remote reconfigurability, and embedded intelligent systems in structures, materials, and environments.

Apparatus for internetworked wireless integrated network sensors (wins)

A selectable, multi-purpose card comprising a plurality of features stored in memory means operatively mounted on the card and selection means for allowing a user to select a feature in a few simple steps, preferably in a single step. In one embodiment the card includes a plurality of magnetic strips positioned on the card in a manner to allow swiping each magnetic strip separately using conventional reading devices. Each magnetic strip activates a different feature of the card. In another embodiment the card includes a programmable magnetic strip, a plurality of features stored in memory means mounted on the card, a plurality of buttons or contacts, and means for programming the magnetic strip with a different card feature. The card may also include a thin, flexible display.

Selectable multi-purpose card

A microelectronic package (10) is formed by placing a lead frame (22) onto an adhesive polyimide tape (38). The lead frame (22) includes a plurality of metallic leads (16) and an opening. An integrated circuit die (12) is positioned onto the molding support (38) within the opening such that a non-active face (32) of the integrated circuit die (12) rests against the molding support (38). Wire leads (18) connect an active face (28) of the integrated circuit die (12) to the metallic leads (16). A plurality of metallic bumps (20) are attached to the metallic leads (16), and a polymeric precursor is dispensed. The precursor embeds the active face (28) of the integrated circuit die (12), the inner surface (19) of the metallic leads (16), the wire leads (18), and the metallic bumps (20). The microelectronic package (10) is then heated to cure the polymeric precursor to form a polymeric body (14). The microelectronic package (10) is then capable of being tested and subsequently attached to a printed circuit board (40) to form a low-profile microelectronic assembly (11).

Low-profile microelectronic package

A microelectronic assembly (10) includes a polymeric card (12) that includes a substantially planar major surface (18). An integrated circuit component (14) is embedded in the polymeric card (12) and has a first contact (20) and a second contact (22). An antenna element (16) is formed of a singular metallic strip and includes a first terminal (26) electrically connected to the first contact (20), a second terminal (28) electrically connected to the second contact (22), and a loop (30) intermediate the first terminal (26) and the second terminal (28). The first terminal (26) includes a first outer surface (32) and the second terminal (28) includes a second outer surface (34). The first outer surface (32) and the second outer surface (34) are exposed at the major surface (18) and are coextensive therewith. The loop (30) is embedded within the polymeric card (12) and spaced apart from the major surface (18).

Microelectronic assembly including an antenna element embedded within a polymeric card, and method for forming same

An eye implant for treating glaucoma includes a main conduit and a plurality of anchor members formed from a first resilient material. The anchor members are formed such that they are biased to a relaxed condition in a non-aligned position relative to the conduit. To facilitate insertion of the implant into the eye in a minimally invasive surgical procedure, the anchor members are secured together in an aligned condition relative to the conduit with a bonding material. A cutting surface or element is also applied to the anchor members to allow the implant to be inserted directly through the wall of the sclera. The cutting surface is formed of a second material different from the first material. The second material is adapted to dissolve or melt after the implant has been inserted into the eye. Similarly, the bonding material holding the anchor members together in an aligned condition can be made from a dissolveable or heat sensitive material to allow the anchor members to relax to their non-aligned position after insertion into the eye. In the non-aligned position, the anchor members secure the implant to the wall of the sclera. Alternatively, the bonding material holding the anchors together could be made from a material that is ablated away with a laser after the implant has been inserted into the eye.

Eye implant for treating glaucoma and method for manufacturing same

Displays such as liquid crystal displays (10), organic light emitting diode displays, and touch sensitive displays (41) are stacked with one or more solar cells (15) such that light passing through the displays will illuminate the light receiving active surface of the solar cells (15). No reflector or polarizer need be used when the liquid crystal display (10) uses cholesteric or polymer dispersed liquid crystals. When using supertwist nematic or twisted nematic liquid crystals, a reflector (21) can be used that comprises a selective color reflector. The resultant display/solar cell can be utilized in combination with a device such as a wireless communications device (62) with the solar cell (15) providing electricity to the display (61), the wireless communications device (62), or both. A mask (71) can be used to occlude surface features on the solar cell (15) as appropriate to provide a substantially uniformly colored appearance.

Display and solar cell device

A self-contained remotely interrogated biomedical sensor (10) includes an on-board regenerative power source (52/54), data processing capability (42) and data transmission capability (42). The sensor (10) is adapted to be secured to a subject and interrogated remotely using radio-frequency technology. The present invention is applicable for use with any sensing device (76) that is capable of providing a signal in response to being placed in thermal, electrical, chemical, acoustical or otherwise in contact with the subject.

Iwona Turlik

Papers

Low-profile microelectronic package

Microelectronic assembly including an antenna element embedded within a polymeric card, and method for forming same

Eye implant for treating glaucoma and method for manufacturing same

Display and solar cell device

Remotely interrogated biomedical sensor