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Polarization conversion element, polarization-conversion-element manufacturing method, light-source unit, and optical device

US10042176B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 27, 2014
Grant dateAug 7, 2018
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Expiry dateFeb 26, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B27/286
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

This invention provides a polarization conversion element that is highly resistant to the heat and light that result from increased brightness levels. In said polarization conversion element, inorganic half-wave plates provided selectively on the output surface of a polarizing beam-splitter array have obliquely deposited layers comprising a dielectric material and the side surfaces of said obliquely deposited layers are covered by protective films.

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