18562706. SPECTRAL FUNCTION-EQUIPPED IMAGING ELEMENT AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREFOR, MANUFACTURING METHOD FOR PIXELATED OPTICAL FILTER ARRAY, AND PRODUCT COMPRISING SPECTRAL FUNCTION-EQUIPPED IMAGING ELEMENT simplified abstract (TOHOKU UNIVERSITY)

SPECTRAL FUNCTION-EQUIPPED IMAGING ELEMENT AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREFOR, MANUFACTURING METHOD FOR PIXELATED OPTICAL FILTER ARRAY, AND PRODUCT COMPRISING SPECTRAL FUNCTION-EQUIPPED IMAGING ELEMENT

Organization Name

TOHOKU UNIVERSITY

Inventor(s)

Yoshiaki Kanamori of Sendai-shi, Miyagi (JP)

SPECTRAL FUNCTION-EQUIPPED IMAGING ELEMENT AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREFOR, MANUFACTURING METHOD FOR PIXELATED OPTICAL FILTER ARRAY, AND PRODUCT COMPRISING SPECTRAL FUNCTION-EQUIPPED IMAGING ELEMENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18562706 titled 'SPECTRAL FUNCTION-EQUIPPED IMAGING ELEMENT AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREFOR, MANUFACTURING METHOD FOR PIXELATED OPTICAL FILTER ARRAY, AND PRODUCT COMPRISING SPECTRAL FUNCTION-EQUIPPED IMAGING ELEMENT

Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a spectral function-equipped imaging element with spectral pixelated optical filters that do not affect the imaging function, allowing for spectrum acquisition of a target wavelength range.

• Incorporates multiple spectral pixelated optical filters in one direction of the imaging element.
• Enables acquisition of a spectrum of a target wavelength range.
• Does not substantially influence the imaging function of the imaging element.
• Provides a manufacturing method for the spectral function-equipped imaging element.
• Includes a manufacturing method for a pixelated optical filter array suitable as a spectral optical filter.

Potential Applications: 1. Scientific research in spectroscopy. 2. Medical imaging for spectral analysis. 3. Environmental monitoring for specific wavelength ranges. 4. Quality control in manufacturing processes. 5. Astronomical observations for capturing specific spectra.

Problems Solved: 1. Difficulty in acquiring spectra of target wavelength ranges. 2. Limited options for incorporating spectral filters in imaging elements. 3. Lack of manufacturing methods for spectral function-equipped imaging elements.

Benefits: 1. Enhanced spectral analysis capabilities. 2. Improved accuracy in identifying specific wavelengths. 3. Versatile applications in various fields. 4. Streamlined manufacturing processes for spectral imaging elements.

Commercial Applications: The technology can be utilized in industries such as healthcare, environmental monitoring, scientific research, and manufacturing for enhanced spectral analysis and imaging capabilities.

Questions about Spectral Function-Equipped Imaging Element: 1. How does the incorporation of spectral pixelated optical filters impact the imaging function of the element? 2. What are the key advantages of using a spectral function-equipped imaging element in scientific research and industrial applications?

Original Abstract Submitted

Provided are a spectral function-equipped imaging element in which a plurality of spectral pixelated optical filters are incorporated, continuously in one direction of an imaging element without substantially influencing an imaging function of the imaging element, to enable acquisition of a spectrum of a target wavelength range, a manufacturing method therefor, and a manufacturing method for a pixelated optical filter array suitable as a spectral optical filter of such a spectral function-equipped imaging element.