18523760. OPTICAL COMPUTING APPARATUS AND METHOD simplified abstract (HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.)
OPTICAL COMPUTING APPARATUS AND METHOD
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Inventor(s)
Huaqing Jiang of Hangzhou (CN)
OPTICAL COMPUTING APPARATUS AND METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18523760 titled 'OPTICAL COMPUTING APPARATUS AND METHOD
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an optical computing apparatus that performs two-dimensional Fourier transform of input data using beam splitting and combination modules.
- The apparatus includes a beam splitting phase shift module that receives multiple input optical signals representing input data and outputs groups of intermediate optical signals based on the input signals.
- The beam combination module then combines the intermediate optical signals to generate output optical signals representing the data obtained through two-dimensional Fourier transform of the input data.
Potential Applications
The technology described in the patent application could be applied in various fields such as image processing, signal processing, and data encryption.
Problems Solved
This technology solves the problem of efficiently performing two-dimensional Fourier transform of input data using optical processing techniques, which can be faster and more energy-efficient compared to traditional electronic computing methods.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include faster processing speeds, lower energy consumption, and potentially higher accuracy in performing complex mathematical operations such as Fourier transforms.
Potential Commercial Applications
Potential commercial applications of this technology include optical computing systems for image and signal processing tasks, data encryption devices, and high-speed data processing applications in industries such as telecommunications and healthcare.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be the use of optical Fourier transform techniques in signal processing and image analysis applications. Additionally, research on optical computing systems and Fourier transform algorithms may also be relevant prior art for this patent application.
Unanswered Questions
How does the beam splitting phase shift module handle different types of input optical signals?
The patent application does not provide specific details on how the beam splitting phase shift module processes various types of input optical signals and adjusts the phase shifts accordingly.
What is the potential impact of environmental factors on the performance of the optical computing apparatus?
The patent application does not address how environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, and light interference could affect the accuracy and reliability of the optical computing apparatus.
Original Abstract Submitted
This application discloses an optical computing apparatus and method, and relates to the field of optical processing technologies. The apparatus implements two-dimensional Fourier transform of input data. The apparatus includes a beam splitting phase shift module and a beam combination module. The beam splitting phase shift module is configured to receive a plurality of input optical signals that indicate input data, and output a plurality of groups of intermediate optical signals based on the plurality of input optical signals. The beam combination module is configured to obtain a plurality of output optical signals based on the plurality of groups of intermediate optical signals, where output data indicated by the plurality of output optical signals is data obtained through two-dimensional Fourier transform performed on the input data.
