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Multifocal system using adaptive lenses

US11194222B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 16, 2020
Grant dateDec 7, 2021
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Expiry dateSep 16, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02F2203/07
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A device is provided. The device includes a first lens assembly controllable to switch between a first plurality of optical powers. The first lens assembly includes a plurality of directly optically coupled lenses. The device also includes a second lens assembly controllable to switch between a second plurality of optical powers that are the opposite of the first plurality of optical powers. The device further includes a half-wave plate disposed between the first adaptive lens assembly and the second adaptive lens assembly.

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