Optical: systems and elements – Deflection using a moving element – By moving a reflective element
Reexamination Certificate
2006-05-16
2006-05-16
Cherry, Euncha P. (Department: 2872)
Optical: systems and elements
Deflection using a moving element
By moving a reflective element
C359S291000
Reexamination Certificate
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07046410
ABSTRACT:
A programmable MEMS diffractive optical processor having actuatable grating elements that are optically adjacent and supported at points intermediate the ends of the grating elements. The grating elements are maintained substantially flat during actuation of the grating elements.
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Butler Michael A.
Deutsch Erik R.
Senturia Stephen D.
Smith Malcolm C.
Cherry Euncha P.
Lowrie Lando & Anastasi, LLP
Polychromix, Inc.
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