18425305. OPTICAL APPARATUS AND IMAGING APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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OPTICAL APPARATUS AND IMAGING APPARATUS
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HYOCHORU Tanaka of Tochigi (JP)
OPTICAL APPARATUS AND IMAGING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18425305 titled 'OPTICAL APPARATUS AND IMAGING APPARATUS
The optical apparatus described in the patent application consists of a first holding member, a second holding member, a biasing member, and an optical element. The first and second holding members are designed to hold engaging members, while the biasing member biases these engaging members in a direction that separates them from each other.
- The first engaging member is closer to the object side than the second engaging member in the optical axis direction.
- The biasing member abuts on a first abutting portion on the first holding member and a second abutting portion on the second holding member.
- The second abutting portion is closer to the object side than the first abutting portion in the optical axis direction.
Potential Applications: - Optical instruments - Camera lenses - Microscopes
Problems Solved: - Ensuring proper alignment of optical elements - Facilitating easy adjustment of optical components
Benefits: - Improved optical performance - Enhanced precision in optical systems - Simplified assembly and maintenance of optical devices
Commercial Applications: Title: Optical Alignment Systems for Precision Instruments This technology can be used in the manufacturing of cameras, microscopes, telescopes, and other precision optical instruments. It can also find applications in the medical field for imaging devices and diagnostic equipment.
Questions about Optical Alignment Systems: 1. How does this technology improve the performance of optical instruments?
This technology ensures accurate alignment of optical components, leading to enhanced image quality and precision in optical systems.
2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this optical alignment system in commercial products?
The main challenges may include manufacturing precision components and ensuring proper calibration of the system.
Original Abstract Submitted
An optical apparatus comprises a first holding member configured to hold a first engaging member, a second holding member configured to hold a second engaging member, a biasing member configured to bias the first engaging member and the second engaging member in a direction in which the first engaging member and the second engaging member are separated from each other by one of the biasing members abutting on a first abutting portion provided on the first holding member and the other of the biasing members abutting on a second abutting portion provided on the second holding member and an optical element. The first engaging member is disposed closer to an object side than the second engaging member in an optical axis direction of the optical element, and the second abutting portion is disposed closer to the object side than the first abutting portion in the optical axis direction.
