System and method for providing a uniform source of light

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2005-10-11

2005-10-11

Husar, Stephen (Department: 2875)

Illumination

Light fiber, rod, or pipe

Diffuser or diffusing of incident light

C362S560000, C362S561000, C385S031000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06953275

ABSTRACT:
A system for providing a uniform source of light. The system includes a light pipe having an input surface for receiving light from a light source and an output surface for transmitting the light. The system also includes an optical element having an entrance surface positioned adjacent to the output surface of the light pipe for receiving the light and an exit surface for transmitting the light.

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