Optical: systems and elements – Optical modulator – Light wave directional modulation
Reexamination Certificate
2006-08-22
2006-08-22
Thompson, Timothy (Department: 2873)
Optical: systems and elements
Optical modulator
Light wave directional modulation
C359S290000, C359S291000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07095548
ABSTRACT:
A micromirror array lens includes a plurality of micromirrors, and reproduces a predetermined free surface by controlling rotation and/or translation of the micromirrors. The micromirror is controlled by control circuitry, upheld by a mechanical structure, and includes a reflective surface. The predetermined free surface of the lens is changed by controlling rotation and/or translation of the micromirrors. The micromirrors are arranged in one or more concentric circles to form the lens. The micromirror has a fan shape, a hexagonal shape, a rectangular shape, a square shape, or a triangle shape. The reflective surface of the micromirror is substantially flat. The control circuitry is constructed under the micromirrors by using semiconductor microelectronics technologies. The micromirrors are actuated by electrostatic and/or electromagnetic force. The reflective surface of the micromirror is made of materials with high reflectivity. The lens is used for an imaging apparatus, video monitoring camera, a camcorder, etc.
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Cho Gyoung Il
Seo Cheong Soo
Angstrom Inc.
Park John K.
Park Law Firm
Stereo Display Inc.
Thompson Timothy
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