Adapter for hand-held electronic devices for use in detecting optical properties of samples
US9023295B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 5, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 5, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 5, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B21/34
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An adapter for use with a hand-held electronic device for use in detecting the optical properties of a sample. The adapter includes a backing plate having an integral surface that secures the adapter to the electronic device. The adapter also includes a sample housing having a sample holder and a cap. The sample holder is configured to receive the placement of a sample and/or a sample vessel. The backing plate includes an orifice that allows the passage of light from the sample to the detector of the electronic device. The backing plate may also include another orifice that allows for light emitted from an emitter of the electronic device to enter into the sample holder. The sample holder may also include reflective surfaces that direct light to/from the sample as well as filters that filter the wavelength of light sent to sample and/or detected by the detector.
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