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Method of applying a coating on a face of a lens, and apparatus for implementing such a method

US8414721B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 26, 2007
Grant dateApr 9, 2013
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Expiry dateJun 26, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T156/17
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Described is a method and a device for applying a coating film (63) on a face (108) of an optical element (100), including placing the coating on the face of the lens with an adhesive interface (46) placed between the coating and the lens, and inflating a membrane (62) towards the lens in order to press the coating against the lens. Provision is made to adjust the position of the lens relative to the membrane, the adjustment being distinct from the inflation of the membrane.

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