Method and apparatus for preventing debris contamination of...

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2006-05-16

2006-05-16

Robinson, Mark A. (Department: 2872)

Optical: systems and elements

Protection from moisture or foreign particle

Fluid directed across optical element

C347S022000

Reexamination Certificate

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07044610

ABSTRACT:
The imaging debris produced by imaging a media with a higher power laser is prevented from accumulating on an optical imaging element by establishing a substantially non-turbulent fluid flow across the optical element. The non-turbulent flow forms a barrier between the optical element and the imaging environment such that debris is not able to reach a surface of the optical element during an imaging operation.

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