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Two-dimensional encoder system and method

US9360347B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 1, 2014
Grant dateJun 7, 2016
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Expiry dateSep 12, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01D2205/90
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Two dimensional encoder system and method designed to improve accuracy, compactness, stability, resolution, and/or light efficiency of metrology carried out with such system and method. Embodiments employ a novel retroreflector which while particularly useful in present invention, is believed to have more general utility in optical imaging systems and methods.

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