18522462. PROJECTOR simplified abstract (SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION)

PROJECTOR

Organization Name

SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION

Inventor(s)

Shinichi Wakabayashi of Suwa-Shi (JP)

Masato Kadotani of Matsumoto-Shi (JP)

PROJECTOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18522462 titled 'PROJECTOR

Simplified Explanation

The projector described in the patent application includes a single light modulator with a pixel region containing multiple pixels, along with a pixel shifting device that can switch the optical path of the image light output between a reference optical path and a shifted optical path. The pixels in the pixel region are segmented by a black matrix and output light of different colors from each sub-pixel. The pixel shifting device positions the image light at a reference display position on the projection receiving surface along the reference optical path, and at a shifted display position to superimpose the image light output from the sub-pixels at the shifted display position on a region corresponding to the black matrix at the reference display position.

• Single light modulator with pixel region and pixel shifting device
• Sub-pixels segmented by black matrix for outputting different colors
• Pixel shifting device positions image light at reference and shifted display positions

1. 1. 1. Potential Applications

- Home theater systems - Business presentations - Educational settings

1. 1. 1. Problems Solved

- Enhanced image quality - Improved color accuracy - Better overall viewing experience

1. 1. 1. Benefits

- Crisp and clear images - Accurate color reproduction - Versatile applications in various settings

1. 1. 1. Potential Commercial Applications
         1. Enhanced Projection Technology for Various Industries

1. 1. 1. Possible Prior Art

No prior art known at this time.

1. 1. 1. 1. Unanswered Questions

1. 1. 1. 1. How does this technology compare to traditional projectors in terms of image quality and color accuracy?

The technology described in the patent application offers enhanced image quality and improved color accuracy compared to traditional projectors. By using a single light modulator with a pixel shifting device, the projector can produce crisp and clear images with accurate color reproduction.

1. 1. 1. 1. What are the potential cost implications of implementing this technology in projector systems?

The cost implications of implementing this technology in projector systems may vary depending on factors such as manufacturing processes, materials used, and market demand. Further research and analysis would be needed to determine the exact cost implications of adopting this technology.

Original Abstract Submitted

A projector includes a single light modulator that has a pixel region containing a plurality of pixels, and a pixel shifting device configured to switch the optical path of image light output from the light modulator between a reference optical path and a shifted optical path. A plurality of sub-pixels that are segmented by a black matrix and output light having different colors form each of the pixels in the pixel region of the light modulator. The pixel shifting device positions the image light traveling along the reference optical path at a reference display position on the projection receiving surface, and positions the image light traveling along the shifted optical path at a shifted display position on the projection receiving surface to superimpose the image light output from the sub-pixels at the shifted display position on a region corresponding to the black matrix at the reference display position.