Optical: systems and elements – Optical modulator – Light wave temporal modulation
Reexamination Certificate
2008-03-18
2008-03-18
Mack, Ricky (Department: 2873)
Optical: systems and elements
Optical modulator
Light wave temporal modulation
C359S198100
Reexamination Certificate
active
11150407
ABSTRACT:
An interferometric modulator array is integrated with collapsible cavity MEMS electrical switches. The electrical switches may have similar physical geometry as the display elements. The switches may form row or column select functions for the display.
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