Method and device for steering light

Details Method and device for steering light Method and device for steering light

1991-12-20

1993-04-13

Ben, Loha

Optical: systems and elements

Deflection using a moving element

Using a periodically moving element

359221, 359224, 359230, G02B 2608

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052027856

ABSTRACT:
A method for periodically steering a beam of light is disclosed comprising the steps of reflecting a beam of light off of a mirror suspended by at least two supporting elements. At least one of the supporting elements is displaced from an edge of the mirror. A periodic voltage is applied to an electrode displaced from the mirror to cause the mirror to rotate about an axis.

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