18602821. PROJECTOR simplified abstract (SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION)
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PROJECTOR
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Inventor(s)
Norio Nakamura of Matsumoto-shi (JP)
PROJECTOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18602821 titled 'PROJECTOR
The projector described in the abstract includes a light source, a liquid crystal panel, a polarizer, and a solar cell.
- Light source outputs light.
- Liquid crystal panel modulates the light based on an image signal.
- Polarizer reflects a first light as a first polarization component and transmits a second light as a different polarization component.
- Solar cell generates electricity from the second light transmitted through the polarizer.
Potential Applications: - Projection systems - Display technologies - Solar-powered devices
Problems Solved: - Efficient modulation of light for image display - Energy generation from transmitted light
Benefits: - Enhanced image quality - Energy-efficient operation - Sustainable power source
Commercial Applications: Title: Solar-Powered Projection Systems This technology can be used in commercial projectors, displays, and other devices requiring efficient light modulation and power generation.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the liquid crystal panel modulate light based on an image signal?
- The liquid crystal molecules align to control the passage of light through the panel, creating the desired image.
2. What is the significance of using a solar cell in this projector system?
- The solar cell allows for sustainable power generation, reducing the need for external power sources.
Original Abstract Submitted
A projector of the present disclosure includes a light source outputting a light, one liquid crystal panel modulating the light output from the light source based on an image signal, a polarizer reflecting a first light as a first polarization component generating an image light of the light output from the liquid crystal panel, and transmitting a second light as a second polarization component different from the first polarization component of the light output from the liquid crystal panel, and a first solar cell entered by the second light as the second polarization component transmitted through the polarizer, wherein the first solar cell generates electricity from the second light as the second polarization component entering from the polarizer.
