Micromechanically aligned optical assembly
US8346037B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 1, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jan 1, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 8, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49902
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An optical assembly includes a combination of laser sources emitting radiation, focused by a combination of lenses into optical waveguides. The optical waveguide and the laser source are permanently attached to a common carrier, while at least one of the lenses is attached to a holder that is an integral part of the carrier, but is free to move initially. Micromechanical techniques are used to adjust the position of the lens and holder, and then fix the holder it into place permanently using integrated heaters with solder.
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