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Fabrication of lenses using high viscosity liquid

US9851475B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 4, 2012
Grant dateDec 26, 2017
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Expiry dateAug 26, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29D11/00365
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method for fabricating millimeter and sub-millimeter size lenses using a high viscosity curable liquid, such as epoxy. The method comprises dispensing a predetermined volume of the curable liquid onto a substrate. The curable liquid preferably has a viscosity higher than 100 cps. Additionally, to reduce spherical aberration, the curable liquid can be cured upside down to leverage the effects of gravity.

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