18603808. OPTICAL SCANNING DEVICE simplified abstract (FUJIFILM Corporation)
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OPTICAL SCANNING DEVICE
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Inventor(s)
Yosuke Nishiura of Kanagawa (JP)
Koki Nakabayashi of Kanagawa (JP)
OPTICAL SCANNING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18603808 titled 'OPTICAL SCANNING DEVICE
The optical scanning device described in the patent application consists of a micromirror device with a mirror portion that reflects incident light, along with actuators that allow the mirror portion to swing around different axes.
- Micromirror device with mirror portion and actuators for swinging.
- Light source emitting a light beam.
- Light deflector to deflect the light beam.
- Optical system guiding the deflected light beam to the mirror portion.
- Position detector to detect the position of the deflected light beam.
Potential Applications: - Optical scanning systems - Laser projection systems - 3D scanning technologies
Problems Solved: - Precise control of light beams - Efficient scanning of surfaces - Enhanced imaging capabilities
Benefits: - Improved accuracy in scanning - Versatile applications in various industries - Compact and efficient design
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Optical Scanning Systems for Industrial and Consumer Use This technology can be used in industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and entertainment for tasks like quality control, medical imaging, and virtual reality applications.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to micromirror devices, optical scanning systems, and laser projection technologies to understand the evolution of this innovation.
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers are constantly working on improving the speed and precision of micromirror devices for enhanced performance in optical scanning applications.
Questions about Optical Scanning Devices: 1. How do micromirror devices differ from traditional mirrors in optical scanning applications? Micromirror devices are specifically designed for precise control and manipulation of light beams, unlike traditional mirrors used for simple reflection.
2. What are the key factors to consider when choosing an optical scanning device for a particular application? Factors such as scanning speed, resolution, and compatibility with other systems play a crucial role in selecting the right optical scanning device for a specific application.
Original Abstract Submitted
The optical scanning device includes: a micromirror device including a mirror portion that has a reflecting surface for reflecting incident light, a first actuator that allows the mirror portion to swing around a first axis parallel to the reflecting surface in a case where the mirror portion is stationary, and a second actuator that allows the mirror portion to swing around a second axis parallel to the reflecting surface and orthogonal to the first axis; a light source that emits a light beam; a light deflector that deflects the light beam emitted from the light source; an optical system that guides the light beam deflected by the light deflector to a back surface of the mirror portion, which is a surface opposite to the reflecting surface; and a position detector that detects a position of the light beam deflected by the back surface.
