Coherent light generators – Particular active media
Reexamination Certificate
2005-11-29
2005-11-29
Harvey, Min Sun (Department: 2828)
Coherent light generators
Particular active media
C372S020000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06970488
ABSTRACT:
A system for mechanically tuning optical wavelengths emitted from an organic laser cavity device, that includes: a multi-layered film structure, wherein the multi-layered film structure is pumped by an incoherent source of photons; and a micro-electromechanical mirror assembly proximate to the multi-layered film structure, wherein the micro-electromechanical mirror assembly varies the cavity length of the organic laser cavity device.
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Agostinelli John A.
Kahen Keith B.
Kruschwitz Brian E.
Lebens John A.
Spoonhower John P.
Eastman Kodak Company
Harvey Min Sun
Menefee James
Shaw Stephen H.
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