LED emitter with radial prismatic light diverter

Details LED emitter with radial prismatic light diverter LED emitter with radial prismatic light diverter

2005-12-21

2009-12-29

O'Shea, Sandra L (Department: 2875)

Illumination

Light source and modifier

Including translucent or transparent modifier

C362S027000, C362S600000, C362S606000, C362S308000, C362S339000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07637639

ABSTRACT:
An optical assembly includes a light emitting diode (LED) and a structured surface. The structured surface has a plurality of prismatic structures arranged radially with respect to a reference point, and is disposed relative to the LED such that the reference point is substantially aligned with a light emission axis of the LED. Arrays of such assemblies and backlights and displays including same are also disclosed.

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U.S. Application entitled “LED Light Confinement Element”, filed Dec. 21, 2005, having U.S. Appl. No. 11/275,289.

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