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Two-dimensional optical information processing apparatus

US4722594A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 14, 1985
Grant dateFeb 2, 1988
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Expiry dateNov 14, 2005

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02F1/141
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Bistable operation of ferroelectric liquid crystal smectic I* or smectic F* cells is disclosed which uses a greater liquid crystal layer thickness than is achievable with smectic C* material while yet retaining bistability of operation. One or more such cells are employed in two-dimensional information processing apparatus.

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