18171964. STACKED GRADIENT-INDEX LIQUID CRYSTAL LENS ASSEMBLY simplified abstract (Meta Platforms Technologies, LLC)
Contents
- 1 STACKED GRADIENT-INDEX LIQUID CRYSTAL LENS ASSEMBLY
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 STACKED GRADIENT-INDEX LIQUID CRYSTAL LENS ASSEMBLY - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
STACKED GRADIENT-INDEX LIQUID CRYSTAL LENS ASSEMBLY
Organization Name
Meta Platforms Technologies, LLC
Inventor(s)
Eric Stratton of Redmond WA (US)
STACKED GRADIENT-INDEX LIQUID CRYSTAL LENS ASSEMBLY - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18171964 titled 'STACKED GRADIENT-INDEX LIQUID CRYSTAL LENS ASSEMBLY
Simplified Explanation
The disclosed device includes a lens stack with a first gradient-index liquid crystal lens and a second gradient-index liquid crystal lens in tandem, configured to reach a target optical power based on the optical powers of the individual lenses.
- The device includes a lens stack with two gradient-index liquid crystal lenses.
- The lens stack is designed to achieve a specific optical power by combining the optical powers of the individual lenses.
Potential Applications
The technology could be used in:
- Camera lenses
- Microscopes
- Telescopes
Problems Solved
This technology addresses issues related to:
- Achieving specific optical powers
- Improving image quality
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Enhanced optical performance
- Versatile applications in various optical devices
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology could be applied in:
- Consumer electronics
- Medical devices
- Scientific instruments
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include:
- Existing lens stacking techniques
- Gradient-index liquid crystal lens technology
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to traditional lens stacking methods?
This technology offers a more precise and efficient way to achieve target optical powers compared to traditional methods, which may involve using multiple separate lenses.
What are the limitations of using gradient-index liquid crystal lenses in tandem?
One limitation could be the complexity of aligning and calibrating the lenses to work together seamlessly, which may require advanced manufacturing techniques and expertise.
Original Abstract Submitted
The disclosed device may include a lens stack. The lens stack may include a first gradient-index liquid crystal lens and a second gradient-index liquid crystal lens in tandem with the first gradient-index liquid crystal lens. The lens stack may be configured to reach a target optical power based on a first optical power of the first gradient-index liquid crystal lens and a second optical power of the second gradient-index liquid crystal lens. Various other devices, systems, and methods are also disclosed.
