Deformable reflecting mirrors from metallic surface layers...

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2005-10-04

2005-10-04

Shafer, Ricky D. (Department: 2872)

Optical: systems and elements

Mirror

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

C359S291000, C359S296000, C359S900000, C423S600000, C423S604000, C264S001900, C264S002100, C264S298000

Reexamination Certificate

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06951398

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to a new type of reflective optical element made of a reflective metallic layer comprising reflecting nanoparticles deposited on a liquid surface. Metallic or non-metallic nanometer-sized particles are coated with a ligand. The coated particles are concentrated and deposited on the surface of a liquid where they self-assemble to give optical-quality high-reflectivity optical surfaces. Coating liquid surfaces with reflective layers allows one to make inexpensive and versatile high-quality mirrors. The surfaces of liquids can be shaped by a variety of techniques.

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