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Mirror with reflection coefficient variable spatially in amplitude and in phase

US5757562A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 28, 1997
Grant dateMay 26, 1998
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Expiry dateJan 28, 2017

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B26/0825
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A mirror having a reflection coefficient that is spatially variable in amplitude and in phase includes at least two parallel spaced reflecting plates. One of the plates is displaced parallel to itself to vary the distance between the plates. At least one of the reflecting plates can be deformed transversely to its plane.

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