Auto-adjust of imaging module mechanical setup
US7684025B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 19, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 23, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 25, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG03B3/04
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An imaging member adjustment system for an imaging module includes an imaging field opposing the imaging module and positioning targets provided in connection with the imaging field. The imaging module includes an optical source generating an optical path, an imaging member responsive to input from the optical source, and a lens interposed between the imaging member and imaging field. At least one adjustment mechanism is operatively connected to the imaging member for adjusting the imaging member with respect to the imaging field. A controller operatively communicates with the imaging member and the at least one adjustment mechanism. In operation, the positioning targets interrupt the optical path and provide positioning information to the controller. In turn, the controller signals the at least one adjustment mechanism to adjust the imaging member in any of horizontal and vertical direction to optimize focus and alignment of the imaging member with respect to the imaging field.
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