Optical system and method for particle detection

Details Optical system and method for particle detection Optical system and method for particle detection

2006-12-19

2006-12-19

Toatley, Jr., Gregory J. (Department: 2877)

Optics: measuring and testing

By particle light scattering

With photocell detection

C356S337000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07151604

ABSTRACT:
In accordance with various embodiments, particle detection systems and method for particle detection are provided. In exemplary embodiments, the particle detection system includes at least one detector and a light source that provides light. The exemplary system can further include a radial collimator disposed surrounding a sample volume, wherein the radial collimator directs the light onto the sample volume. Various embodiments include an illumination morphing element having a light output end adjacent to the radial collimator and a light input end coupled to the light source. Various embodiments can also include a plurality of detection morphing elements wherein each of the plurality of detection morphing elements includes a light input end adjacent to the radial collimator and a light output end coupled to one or more of the at least one detectors.

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