18400348. OPTICAL COMPONENT simplified abstract (Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.)
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OPTICAL COMPONENT
Organization Name
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Inventor(s)
Masaki Nagata of Nagaokakyo-shi (JP)
Yasuhiro Shimizu of Nagaokakyo-shi (JP)
Naoya Mori of Nagaokakyo-shi (JP)
Kazuho Shimada of Nagaokakyo-shi (JP)
OPTICAL COMPONENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18400348 titled 'OPTICAL COMPONENT
The optical component described in the patent application consists of a first block with a reflective surface, a first light-absorbing member containing a metal ion, and a first buffer layer with a refractive index between the block and the light-absorbing member.
- The first block has a reflective surface that reflects light in a different direction.
- The first light-absorbing member contains a metal ion that absorbs light of a specific wavelength.
- The first buffer layer has a refractive index between the block and the light-absorbing member.
Potential Applications: - Optical filters - Light-absorbing coatings - Anti-reflective coatings
Problems Solved: - Efficient light absorption - Control of light reflection - Optical component design
Benefits: - Enhanced light absorption - Improved optical performance - Versatile applications in optics
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Optical Components for Enhanced Light Control This technology can be used in various industries such as telecommunications, photography, and scientific research for improved optical performance and light control.
Prior Art: There is prior art related to optical coatings and light-absorbing materials, but the specific combination of a light-absorbing member, buffer layer, and reflective block as described in this patent application may be novel.
Frequently Updated Research: Ongoing research in materials science and optics may lead to advancements in light-absorbing technologies and optical component design.
Questions about the Technology: Question 1: How does the refractive index of the buffer layer impact the performance of the optical component? Answer: The refractive index of the buffer layer helps to control the reflection and absorption of light within the component, enhancing its overall optical performance.
Question 2: What are the potential challenges in manufacturing and scaling up production of this optical component? Answer: Manufacturing challenges may include precise control of the layer thickness and composition, as well as ensuring uniformity in large-scale production.
Original Abstract Submitted
An optical component including: a first block having a first refractive index and a first reflective surface; a first light absorbing member containing a first metal ion that absorbs light having a first specific wavelength and has a second refractive index different from the first refractive index; a first buffer layer between and in contact with each of the first light absorbing member and the first block, and having a third refractive index having a value between the first refractive index and the second refractive index, wherein the first light absorbing member, the first buffer layer, and the first block are arranged in this order in a first direction such that first block reflects light traveling in the first direction in a second direction different from the first direction on the first reflective surface.
