System and method of implementation of interferometric...

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2011-04-19

2011-04-19

Mack, Ricky L (Department: 2873)

Optical: systems and elements

Optical modulator

Light wave temporal modulation

C359S290000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07929196

ABSTRACT:
A specular interferometric modulator array is configured to be at least partially selectably reflective. As such, the array forms a mirror surface having the capability of displaying information to the user while simultaneously being used as a specular mirror. The displayed information may be based on information from an external source, may be programmable, and may be based on user input.

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