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System and method for extending viewing angle of light emitted from light pipe

US7177097B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 20, 2005
Grant dateFeb 13, 2007
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Expiry dateJan 20, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/0008
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Described is a light pipe having a first end receiving light beams from a light source, a light pipe body through which the light beams travel and a second end including a dispersion structure with a light emitting surface, the dispersion structure being a substantially conical shaped depression in the second end, the light beams being emitted from the light emitting surface of the dispersion structure at a plurality of angles.

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