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Optics system with magnetic backlash reduction

US9671616B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 2, 2014
Grant dateJun 6, 2017
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Expiry dateNov 30, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B7/102
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An imaging system may include a movable component that travels along a rail, the movable component being coupled to the rail by a carriage that includes a bearing and a magnetic portion configured to bias the bearing toward the rail. The imaging system may be suitable for use in a gimbal assembly.

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