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Optical overhead projector for electronic images

US5260730A · kind A · utility

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10Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 25, 1993
Grant dateNov 9, 1993
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Expiry dateJan 25, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S353/03
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A relatively small liquid-crystal display (LCD) device located well above the fresnel stage of an overhead projector produces large, sharp images with full color and motion. A focus-correcting lens moves with the overhead projector's optical head to maintain proper projection-focus and magnification. Spectrally-selective filters are interposed between the LCD device and fresnel stage to avoid LCD deterioration. A fan-actuated shutter or electrically-actuated shutter optionally provide still further protection. Optical collimation methods are employed to attain a large depth-of-field and image brightness.

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