Sony group corporation (20240313508). LIGHT SOURCE DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS simplified abstract
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LIGHT SOURCE DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS
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LIGHT SOURCE DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240313508 titled 'LIGHT SOURCE DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS
The abstract describes a light source device with an optical waveguide path containing a diffraction grating, a light source unit emitting laser light at an inclined optical center axis, and a light receiving unit capturing light leaking from the waveguide path through the diffraction grating.
- Optical waveguide path with a diffraction grating
- Light source unit emitting laser light with an inclined optical center axis
- Light receiving unit capturing light leaking from the waveguide path through the diffraction grating
Potential Applications: - Optical communication systems - Laser projection systems - Sensing and detection technologies
Problems Solved: - Efficient light transmission and reception - Precise control of light direction - Enhanced performance in optical devices
Benefits: - Improved light output accuracy - Increased efficiency in light transmission - Enhanced functionality in optical systems
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Light Source Device for Optical Communication Systems This technology can be utilized in various commercial applications such as telecommunications, laser cutting, and medical imaging equipment, enhancing the performance and efficiency of optical devices in these industries.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to optical waveguide paths, diffraction gratings, and laser light sources to understand the evolution of this technology and its applications.
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers are constantly exploring new materials and designs for optical waveguide paths and diffraction gratings to improve light transmission efficiency and control in various optical devices.
Questions about Light Source Devices: 1. How does the inclined optical center axis of the light source unit impact the performance of the device? 2. What are the potential challenges in integrating a diffraction grating into an optical waveguide path for light transmission?
Original Abstract Submitted
a light source device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes: an optical waveguide path including a diffraction grating; a light source unit that outputs laser light having an optical center axis inclined, with respect to the diffraction grating, in a direction in which the optical waveguide path extends; and a light receiving unit that receives light leaking from the optical waveguide path through the diffraction grating from among the laser light outputted from the light source.
