Apparatus for mounting a panoramic mirror
US7399095B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 9, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jul 15, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 29, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B13/06
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention is directed to a mounting apparatus for mounting a panoramic mirror in front of the focal point of a camera. The mounting apparatus comprises a conical optical stage configured to contact the mirror at an end point along the longitudinal axis. An optical masking spike is also disclosed which can be disposed along the longitudinal axis and extend at least partially into the interior of the conical optical stage. The conical optical stage and optical masking spike provide improved stability of the overall optic and reduce unwanted glare in images reflected to the camera.
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