17817351. OPTICAL LENS simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)
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OPTICAL LENS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Christopher D. Jones of Los Gatos CA (US)
OPTICAL LENS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17817351 titled 'OPTICAL LENS
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an optical lens that consists of two transparent portions separated by an opaque metal barrier. The metal barrier is directly bonded to the transparent portions using aluminum-oxide bonds. There is also a transition zone between the metal barrier and the adjacent transparent portions, which also includes the aluminum-oxide bonds.
- The optical lens has a first transparent portion and a second transparent portion.
- An opaque metal barrier separates the two transparent portions.
- The metal barrier is bonded directly to the transparent portions using aluminum-oxide bonds.
- A transition zone exists between the metal barrier and the adjacent transparent portions.
- The transition zone also includes aluminum-oxide bonds.
- The thickness of the transition zone is not specified.
Potential Applications
- Camera lenses
- Microscopes
- Telescopes
- Eyeglasses
Problems Solved
- Provides a strong and direct bond between the metal barrier and the transparent portions.
- Eliminates the need for additional adhesives or bonding materials.
- Ensures a seamless transition between the metal barrier and the transparent portions.
Benefits
- Enhanced durability and strength of the optical lens.
- Improved optical performance due to the seamless transition zone.
- Simplified manufacturing process by eliminating the need for additional bonding materials.
Original Abstract Submitted
An optical lens includes a first transparent portion, a second transparent portion, and an opaque metal barrier separating the first transparent portion from the second transparent portion. The opaque metal barrier is bonded directly to the first transparent portion and the second transparent portion via aluminum-oxide bonds. The optical lens can include a transition zone between the opaque metal barrier and adjacent transparent portions. The transition zone can include the aluminum-oxide bonds and have a thickness.
