High frequency deformable mirror device
US6836352B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 22, 2003 |
| Grant date | Dec 28, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 22, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J2/465
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A deformable mirror element with a high natural frequency has elongate ribbons attached along a longitudinal portion thereof to a support. A reflective wing portion extends laterally from the support and is capable of deforming in response to a force applied to the wing. The deformable mirror element is used in a light valve for modulating one or more beams of light. The high natural frequency of the element ensures that the light valve is useful in applications requiring fast response time.
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