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Light weight lens barrel systems and methods

US11968436B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 27, 2021
Grant dateApr 23, 2024
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Expiry dateDec 27, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04N23/51
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Light weight lens barrel systems and methods are provided. In one example, an imaging device includes a lens barrel including a body and a plurality of focusing fins extending from the body. The imaging device further includes a lens system disposed within the lens barrel and configured to receive electromagnetic radiation and direct the electromagnetic radiation. The imaging device further includes a detector array including a plurality of detectors. Each of the plurality of detectors is configured to receive the electromagnetic radiation from the lens system and generate an image based on the electromagnetic radiation. Related methods and systems are also provided.

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