High efficiency polarizing converter

Details High efficiency polarizing converter High efficiency polarizing converter

1997-08-29

1999-10-26

Spyrou, Cassandra

Optical: systems and elements

Polarization without modulation

Polarizarion by dichroism

359485, 349 62, 349 96, G02B 530

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059738332

ABSTRACT:
A high efficiency polarizing converter receives generally collimated light of arbitrary polarization and converts it to light of a selected polarization with minimal loss or absorption of light. In one embodiment, the polarizing converter has a generally planar configuration that is suitable for flat panel displays, LCD projectors, and other display applications.

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