Field-of-view compensated polarization switch for short-throw 3D projection
US8638400B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 13, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jan 28, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 18, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02F1/133531
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Generally, this disclosure concerns the angle sensitivity of polarization switch elements and the resulting impact of the ray direction on performance. More specifically, apparatus and techniques for compensating the angular sensitivity of liquid crystal (LC) polarization switches are described that enhance the performance of polarization switches. For example, a polarization switch is disclosed that transforms linearly polarized light of an initial polarization orientation that includes a first and second liquid crystal cell with a compensator located between the LC cells. The compensator layer is operable to enhance the field of view through the polarization switch. Such compensation techniques are particularly useful for short-throw projection environments.
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