Integrated electro-optic package for reflective spatial light modulators
US5486946A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 21, 1994 |
| Grant date | Jan 23, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 21, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02F2203/12
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An array of reflective LCSLM pixels and control circuits formed on a substrate with a light polarizing layer positioned in overlying relationship to the array. A housing having the array and polarizing layer mounted therein, and defining an opening covered by an optical layer with a reflective member affixed to the optical layer. A light source mounted in the housing so that light is directed onto the reflective member and is reflected uniformly onto the polarizing layer. Electrical connections are made from the array, through leads in the housing and to external contacts. The optical layer including a diffuser forming an image plane for reflected light from the array.
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