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Light detection device having an optical-path switching mechanism

US6097025A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 24, 1998
Grant dateAug 1, 2000
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Expiry dateSep 24, 2018

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N2021/6471
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A high-throughput light detection instrument and method are described. In some embodiments, switch mechanisms and optical relay structures permit different light sources and/or detectors to be selected for different applications. In other embodiments, switch mechanisms and optical paths permit top/bottom illumination and/or top/bottom detection, or combinations thereof.

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