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Beam shaping system and diverging laser beam for scanning optical code

US6814288B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 24, 2003
Grant dateNov 9, 2004
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Expiry dateJun 24, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06K7/10801
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An improved optical system for scanning optical codes is disclosed. A laser beam produced thereby is a diverging, nearly diffraction free beam and may be used to produce an elongated scanning spot. A laser assembly which may be used to produce such beams and spots, combines various optical functions in structures which are relatively insensitive to temperature change.

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