Deformable mirror

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2008-05-20

2008-05-20

Schwartz, Jordan (Department: 2873)

Optical: systems and elements

Mirror

Including specified control or retention of the shape of a...

C359S846000

Reexamination Certificate

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10537898

ABSTRACT:
This invention relates to a hybrid deformable mirror. A deformable mirror is provided comprising a reflective surface provided on a substrate and a layer of deformable material attached to the substrate that is operable to deform the mirror and wherein the substrate is supported by an actuator that is operable to deform the mirror.

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