Analog interferometric modulator

Details Analog interferometric modulator Analog interferometric modulator

2011-08-02

2011-08-02

Ben, Loha (Department: 2873)

Optical: systems and elements

Optical modulator

Light wave temporal modulation

C359S290000, C359S245000, C345S108000

Reexamination Certificate

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07990604

ABSTRACT:
Methods and devices for calibrating and controlling the actuation of an analog interferometric modulator configured to have a plurality of actuation states. Devices and methods for calibrating an analog interferometric modulator to respond in linear relation to an applied voltage.

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