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Dual axis micro machined mirror device

US6454421B2 · kind B2 · utility

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25Claims
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Filing dateJun 1, 2001
Grant dateSep 24, 2002
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Expiry dateJun 1, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B7/1821
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A micro machined mirror assembly is provided that includes a micro machined top cap, mirror, and bottom cap mounted onto a ceramic substrate. The micro machined mirror is resiliently supported by a pair of T-shaped hinges. At least two electrostatic force application pads are disposed to rotate the mirror about a primary axis and about a secondary axis.

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