Optical lens displacement systems

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2007-12-10

2011-11-08

Mack, Ricky (Department: 2873)

Optical: systems and elements

Lens

With support

C359S822000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08054566

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides optical systems, devices and methods which utilize one or more electroactive polymer actuators to adjust an optical parameter of the optical device or system.

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