Variable optical arrays and variable manufacturing methods

Details Variable optical arrays and variable manufacturing methods Variable optical arrays and variable manufacturing methods

2007-07-26

2009-11-17

Harrington, Alicia M (Department: 2873)

Optical: systems and elements

Single channel simultaneously to or from plural channels

By surface composed of lenticular elements

C359S455000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07619824

ABSTRACT:
The invention divides the lens focusing process into two or more surfaces that incorporate multiple curved axial optic elements on each surface. The axial optics may be manufactured by molding, machining, or by suspended film. If suspended film is used, then both sides of an optic may have a suspended film that is transparent. Alternatively, one side of the suspended film optic may use a reflective film.

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