High-efficiency polarized light source

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1990-01-09

1991-12-17

Arnold, Bruce Y.

Optical: systems and elements

Polarization without modulation

By relatively adjustable superimposed or in series polarizers

G02B 2728

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050738305

ABSTRACT:
An optical system is disclosed which combines a collimating lens with a half wave plate, a polarizing beam splitter, and imaging optics to create a polarized image of a non-polarized light source. This optical system has significant benefits of energy efficiency and brightness.

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