Optical: systems and elements – Optical modulator – Light wave temporal modulation
Reexamination Certificate
2007-12-11
2007-12-11
Spector, David N. (Department: 2873)
Optical: systems and elements
Optical modulator
Light wave temporal modulation
C359S291000, C359S298000
Reexamination Certificate
active
11346661
ABSTRACT:
Methods and apparatus for providing a high-resolution spatial light modulator. A spatial light modulator includes a cell that includes: a substrate portion; a first support post and a second support post, each having a top surface; and a micro mirror. The micro mirror includes a bottom layer that includes a hinge member having a longitudinal axis, a width across the longitudinal axis, a first end on the longitudinal axis, and a second end on the longitudinal axis. The first end and second end is secured to the first support post and the second support post, respectively. The hinge member has a same thickness of the bottom layer, wherein the width of the hinge member is greater than a thickness of the bottom layer.
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Spatial Photonics, Inc.
Spector David N.
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