Optical waveguide
US7593617B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 15, 2006 |
| Grant date | Sep 22, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 15, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B2006/0325
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An optical waveguide comprises a body (13), the body including an entrance window (9) and an exit window (11) defining an optical path (13) through a cavity. The cavity contains a first fluid (A) and a second fluid (B), with an interface between the first fluid and the second fluid defined by a meniscus. The meniscus lies longitudinally along the optical path. Means for adjusting the meniscus are provided, for example a voltage source and at least two electrodes. Electrowetting can be used for influencing the fluids.
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