18402965. LENS APPARATUS AND IMAGE PICKUP APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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LENS APPARATUS AND IMAGE PICKUP APPARATUS
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LENS APPARATUS AND IMAGE PICKUP APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18402965 titled 'LENS APPARATUS AND IMAGE PICKUP APPARATUS
The abstract of the patent application describes a lens apparatus with an optical system that includes both movable and fixed lens units, an operation member for user control, and a driving unit to move the movable lens unit.
- The lens apparatus has at least one movable lens unit that moves along the optical axis and at least one fixed lens unit that does not move along the optical axis.
- An operation member is located outside the optical system and can be operated by a user in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis.
- A driving unit is controlled by the operation of the operation member to drive the movable lens unit.
- The invention satisfies a predetermined inequality.
Potential Applications: - Camera lenses - Microscopes - Telescopes
Problems Solved: - Precise control of lens movement - User-friendly operation - Enhanced optical performance
Benefits: - Improved image quality - Easy user control - Versatile applications
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Lens Apparatus for Optics Industry This technology can be used in various optical devices, enhancing their performance and usability. It can be marketed to camera manufacturers, scientific instrument companies, and other industries that rely on precise optical systems.
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include patents or research on lens apparatus with movable and fixed lens units, user-operated control mechanisms, and driving units for lens movement.
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers may be studying ways to further improve the precision and efficiency of lens apparatus in optical systems. Stay updated on advancements in lens technology for potential future developments.
Questions about Lens Apparatus: 1. How does the movable lens unit improve the functionality of the optical system? The movable lens unit allows for adjustments along the optical axis, enabling precise focusing and optical performance enhancements.
2. What advantages does the user-operated operation member offer in controlling the lens apparatus? The operation member provides a convenient and intuitive way for users to interact with the optical system, making adjustments easily and efficiently.
Original Abstract Submitted
A lens apparatus includes an optical system including at least one movable lens unit that moves along an optical axis of the optical system and at least one fixed lens unit that does not move along the optical axis, an operation member disposed outside at least part of the optical system in a direction orthogonal to the optical axis and operable by a user, and a driving unit configured to be controlled according to an operation of the operation member, to drive the movable lens unit. A predetermined inequality is satisfied.
