Multilayer light modulator

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2011-08-23

2011-08-23

Spector, David N (Department: 2873)

Optical: systems and elements

Optical modulator

Light wave temporal modulation

C345S107000

Reexamination Certificate

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08004747

ABSTRACT:
A method in accordance with particular embodiments includes receiving an electrical control signal. The method further includes adjusting a reflectance of a light modulating stack comprising a plurality of layers by changing the relative location of a plurality of electrophoretic particles with respect to the remainder of the light modulating stack. The method additionally includes receiving light waves from a light source. The method also includes converting the electrical control signal into a modulated optical signal that selectively switches between reflecting or absorbing at least a portion of the light waves.

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