Optical: systems and elements – Lens – Annular zonal correcting
Reexamination Certificate
2005-08-02
2005-08-02
Thompson, Timothy (Department: 2873)
Optical: systems and elements
Lens
Annular zonal correcting
C359S290000, C359S578000, C349S001000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06924944
ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to an optical system that can be operated with low power consumptions, reduced noises and fast responses, is simplified in mechanical structure and of reduced outer diameter and compact size, and is capable of focusing and zooming. This optical system comprises a rotationally symmetric lens group and an optical element having variable optical properties, whereby focusing or zooming can be performed. Focusing or zooming can be performed by use of a plurality of optical elements having variable optical properties, wherein at least one of the optical elements is configured to a free-form surface shape.
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Olympus Corporation
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw & Pittman LLP
Thompson Timothy
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