Adjustably transmissive MEMS-based devices

Details Adjustably transmissive MEMS-based devices Adjustably transmissive MEMS-based devices

2008-10-21

2011-11-08

Lester, Evelyn A. (Department: 2873)

Optical: systems and elements

Optical modulator

Light wave temporal modulation

C359S224200, C359S291000, C359S292000, C359S295000, C359S298000, C359S318000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08054527

ABSTRACT:
Modulator devices are selectably adjustable between at least two states, wherein the transmission and/or reflection of particular wavelengths of light are modified. Certain modulator devices are substantially uniformly adjustable over a wide range of wavelengths, including visible and infrared wavelengths. Other modulator devices are adjustable over visible wavelengths without significantly affecting infrared wavelengths. In addition, the modulator devices may be used in conjunction with fixed thin film reflective structures.

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