Light polarizer

Details Light polarizer Light polarizer

2003-12-04

2011-11-08

Sefer, A. (Department: 2893)

Liquid crystal cells, elements and systems

Particular structure

Having significant detail of cell structure only

C257S098000, C257SE33060, C257SE33068

Reexamination Certificate

active

08054416

ABSTRACT:
A polarizer is provided comprising a subwavelength optical microstructure wherein the microstructure is partially covered with a light-transmissive inhibiting surface for polarizing light. The inhibiting surface can include a reflective surface, such as a metalized coating. The subwavelength optical microstructure can include moth-eye structures, linear prisms, or modified structures thereof. A polarizing structure is further provided comprising a plurality of moth-eye structures stacked on one another for polarizing light.

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