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Imaging apparatus with heating element

US7383078B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 9, 2004
Grant dateJun 3, 2008
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Expiry dateJun 8, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B21/16
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An improved imaging apparatus is disclosed that allows a user to perform numerous imaging operations. The imaging apparatus may include one or more improvements to imaging box design to improve illumination control within the imaging box, such as improved door seal arrangements, improved door closing mechanisms, and improved light seals. The present invention may also include one or more improvements to imaging apparatus design to facilitate image capture, such as: an automated filter select device, a moveable stage, automated focus control, f-stop adjustment and stage height, and improved internal illumination for capturing photographic images.

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