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Lasers with beam-shape modification

US9401582B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 7, 2013
Grant dateJul 26, 2016
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Expiry dateMay 7, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01S2301/18
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A beam control structure for semiconductor lasers that allows modification of the shape of a beam allowing, for example, higher coupling into an optical fiber. The structure may comprise one or more of a tilted patio, a staircase, a reflective roof, and a reflective sidewall.

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