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Optical diffraction gratings and methods for manufacturing same

US8792169B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 24, 2012
Grant dateJul 29, 2014
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Expiry dateMay 6, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B26/0808
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Described herein are diffraction gratings and methods for the manufacture thereof. One method comprises applying a force to a substrate to strain the substrate, disposing a thin film on at least a portion of the substrate, and reducing the force applied to the substrate, thereby causing the thin film to buckle.

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