Method for manufacturing an optical element
US9579829B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 26, 2014 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 7, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/756
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method to manufacture optics and optical subsystems. In one aspect, a method to manufacture an optical-element in accordance with the present disclosure comprise the steps of: Printing at least a part of a mold with an additive manufacturing printer. Optically figuring the mold to the specifications of the desired optical-element. Printing a nanocomposite-ink into the mold. Selectively, curing the nanocomposite-ink. Repeating at least the steps of deposition of the nanocomposite-ink and selective curing, until the mold is sufficiently filled and cured. Optionally, releasing the optical-element from the mold.
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