Optical: systems and elements – Optical modulator – Light wave temporal modulation
Reexamination Certificate
2011-01-04
2011-01-04
Stultz, Jessica T (Department: 2873)
Optical: systems and elements
Optical modulator
Light wave temporal modulation
C359S270000, C359S272000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07864397
ABSTRACT:
An electrolyte composition is described. The electrolyte composition includes at least one ionic compound; at least one polar solvent; at least one polymerizable material; at least one nanoparticle based viscosity modifier; at least one chain transfer agent; and at least one initiator. Also described are electrochromic articles and devices including an electrolyte layer including an electrolyte composition. Methods of assembling an electrochromic article are also included.
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Fansler Duane D.
Weber Brian T.
Wu Junjun
3M Innovative Properties Company
Stultz Jessica T
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