Frustrated total internal reflection device having a first space

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1997-09-05

1999-06-01

Phan, James

Optical: systems and elements

Deflection using a moving element

By frustrated total internal reflection

385 16, 385 18, G02B 2608

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059093013

ABSTRACT:
A device for processing an optical signal includes a refractor with a reflecting surface for reflecting the optical signal by total internal reflection. The device also includes a switchplate and an actuator to place the switchplate into proximal contact with the refractor to frustrate the total internal reflection.

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