Laser conversion systems and methods for converting laser systems for operation in different laser safety classifications
US7723638B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 18, 2006 |
| Grant date | May 25, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 8, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB33Y30/00
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Laser conversion systems and methods for converting laser systems for operation in different laser safety classification modes are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a laser system includes a laser configured to emit radiation greater than about 5 mW and an exterior housing containing the laser. The exterior housing has a section configured to be in a first arrangement in which the laser system is classified as a class I system and a second arrangement in which the laser system is classified as a class IV system. The laser system further includes a conversion module operably coupled to the laser system and the section. The conversion module is configured to enable one or more regulatory features required for class IV operation of the laser system when the section is in the second arrangement and disable the regulatory features required for class IV operation of the laser system when the section is in the first arrangement.
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