Deflection mechanisms in micromirror devices

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2007-05-08

2007-05-08

Mack, Ricky (Department: 2873)

Optical: systems and elements

Optical modulator

Light wave temporal modulation

C359S292000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10982259

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for operating spatial light modulator have been disclosed herein. The spatial light modulator comprises an array of micromirror devices, each of which further comprises a reflective deflectable mirror plate attached to a deformable hinge, and an addressing electrode for addressing and deflecting the mirror plate.

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