Vapor as a protectant and lifetime extender in optical systems
US11624904B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 6, 2019 |
| Grant date | Apr 11, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 11, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01L22/30
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An enclosure surrounding the optical component can be connected with a vapor source. The vapor source can provide a vapor to the enclosure with a vapor level from 500 ppm to 15000 ppm. The concentration of vapor in the enclosure can increase the lifespan of the optical component in the enclosure.
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