Viewing optical system for use with endoscope

Details Viewing optical system for use with endoscope Viewing optical system for use with endoscope

1988-02-17

1989-10-17

Gonzalez, Frank

350 9618, G02B 2326

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048742201

ABSTRACT:
A viewing optical system for use with an endoscope and which permits a substantial reduction in the size of the objective lens system at the object end of the device, making the endoscope more maneuverable. The optical system includes an objective lens unit forming a curved image plane conjugate with the object plane and an optical-fiber image guide having one end surface curved to substantially conform to the image plane.

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