Optical: systems and elements – Deflection using a moving element – By moving a reflective element
Reexamination Certificate
2005-10-11
2005-10-11
Dunn, Drew A. (Department: 2872)
Optical: systems and elements
Deflection using a moving element
By moving a reflective element
C359S224200
Reexamination Certificate
active
06954297
ABSTRACT:
A micro-mirror device includes a substrate having a surface, and a plate spaced from and oriented substantially parallel to the surface of the substrate such that the plate and the surface of the substrate define a cavity therebetween. A dielectrophoretic liquid capable of movement when an electrical signal is applied to the micro-mirror device is disposed in the cavity, and a reflective element is interposed between the surface of the substrate and the plate such that the reflective element is adapted to move between a first position and at least one second position.
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McMahon Terry E.
Reboa Paul F.
Shreeve Robert W.
Dunn Drew A.
Pritchett Joshua L.
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