Radiant energy – Invisible radiant energy responsive electric signalling – Infrared responsive
Reexamination Certificate
2008-10-15
2010-12-07
Porta, David P (Department: 2884)
Radiant energy
Invisible radiant energy responsive electric signalling
Infrared responsive
Reexamination Certificate
active
07847253
ABSTRACT:
A detector incorporating a laser-doped element that is favorably absorbing to at least a portion of the electromagnetic spectrum, for example in the infra-red range, is used in a light detector article. Readout circuits permitting a detector to operate in a substantial range of the electromagnetic spectrum, including the visual and infra-red range, enable day and night imaging in some embodiments. Configurations for making the detectors are also provided.
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Carey James E.
McCaffrey Nathaniel J.
Pralle Martin U.
Kim Kiho
Pepper Hamilton LLP
Porta David P
SiOnyx, Inc.
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