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Camera module and autofocus method thereof

US9086613B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJun 20, 2014
Grant dateJul 21, 2015
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Expiry dateJun 20, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03B3/10
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A camera module in which a focal distance is adjusted by an actuator may include a permanent magnet and a coil. A neutral zone spatially dividing first and second polarities of the permanent magnet may be formed at a portion of the permanent magnet facing a sensing sensor sensing magnetic flux.

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