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Media for enhanced optical auto-focus performance and methods for using same

US6806451B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 18, 2002
Grant dateOct 19, 2004
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Expiry dateMay 1, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03F9/00
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A multi-layer imaging medium has a layer that absorbs radiation at a wavelength used by an optical auto-focus system. Spurious reflections are suppressed. The layer transmits radiation at a wavelength used to image the medium. The layer may function as a support layer for the medium. Thermal imaging media may be made according to the invention.

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