Optical scanning and imaging method

Details Optical scanning and imaging method Optical scanning and imaging method

2005-05-17

2005-05-17

Shaw, Shawna J. (Department: 3737)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation

C600S478000, C600S173000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06895270

ABSTRACT:
A method for imaging an object is disclosed. The method may include transmitting light in a predetermined wavelength range through an optical transmitter to a prism, applying an electromagnetic field to the prism, and passing said light through the prism. The prism may be configured to have an index of refraction that varies with changes in the applied electromagnetic field and that remains substantially constant with changes in wavelength of light over the predetermined wavelength range such that said light exiting from said prism deflects at a substantially controlled angle.

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