Two-dimensional optical information processing apparatus

Details Two-dimensional optical information processing apparatus Two-dimensional optical information processing apparatus

1985-11-14

1988-02-02

Corbin, John K.

35016213, 35016214, 350330, 350350R, G02F 113, G03H 116

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047225947

ABSTRACT:
Bistable operation of ferroelectric liquid crystal smectic I* or smectic F* cells is disclosed which uses a greater liquid crystal layer thickness than is achievable with smectic C* material while yet retaining bistability of operation. One or more such cells are employed in two-dimensional information processing apparatus.

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