Optical: systems and elements – Optical modulator – Light wave temporal modulation
Reexamination Certificate
2008-03-17
2010-12-28
Choi, William C (Department: 2873)
Optical: systems and elements
Optical modulator
Light wave temporal modulation
C326S104000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07859739
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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Choi William C
Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP
QUALCOMM MEMS Technologies Inc.
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