Device for imaging and method for producing the device

Details Device for imaging and method for producing the device Device for imaging and method for producing the device

2010-02-02

2011-12-20

Porta, David (Department: 2884)

Radiant energy

Invisible radiant energy responsive electric signalling

Infrared responsive

Reexamination Certificate

active

08080795

ABSTRACT:
A device for imaging the local distribution of at least one thermodynamic variable includes a radiation emitter capable of emitting electromagnetic radiation and a filter for filtering electromagnetic radiation. The emitter and the filter form an arrangement adapted for modifying the electromagnetic radiation emitted by the emitter in dependency of the local distribution of at least one thermodynamic variable at the location of the arrangement. The emitter further includes at least one electroluminescent layer and the filter is provided with at least one filter layer. The electroluminescent layer and the filter layer are integrated within a cohesive sequence of layers. The device is particularly suitable for infrared camera systems.

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