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Polarizing beam splitter

US7362507B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 29, 2005
Grant dateApr 22, 2008
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Expiry dateAug 2, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B17/086
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A polarizing beam splitter is disclosed that includes a first prism, a second prism, and a reflective polarizing film disposed between the first prism and the second prism. The first prism comprises a first polymeric material, and has a first outer curved surface and an additional outer surface. The second prism comprises a second polymeric material, which in some embodiments may be the same as the first polymeric material, and has a second outer curved surface.

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