Microlicensing particles and applications

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2005-10-25

2005-10-25

Lester, Evelyn A. (Department: 2873)

Optical: systems and elements

Lens

Spherical

C359S642000, C359S800000, C385S033000, C385S035000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06958865

ABSTRACT:
A microscopic lens, of size approximately 1 micron is used for its optical characteristics.

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