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Apparatus and method for examining spectral characteristics of transmitted light through an object

US7646478B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 7, 2007
Grant dateJan 12, 2010
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Expiry dateDec 6, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N21/255
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An apparatus for examining spectral characteristics of an object may include a chuck configured to support and releasably fix the object, wherein the chuck is larger than the object, a first light source assembly integral with the chuck and configured to illuminate a bottom surface of the object with light having a predetermined spectrum and intensity, and a transmission analysis unit for collecting and analyzing light transmitted through the object. The first light source assembly may include multiple and/or adjustable light sources. A second light source assembly may illuminate a top surface of the object, and a reflection analysis unit may collect resultant reflected light.

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