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Variable resolution optical coherence tomography scanner and method for using same

US8500279B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 4, 2009
Grant dateAug 6, 2013
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Expiry dateMay 11, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01B9/02091
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The invention relates generally to optical tomographic imaging and in particular to systems and methods for adapting the resolution of imaging. One embodiment of the present invention is an apparatus for optical coherence tomography imaging, characterized by its ability to vary the axial resolution and scanning speed during imaging.

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