Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240280782). LENS APPARATUS AND IMAGING APPARATUS simplified abstract
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LENS APPARATUS AND IMAGING APPARATUS
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TORU Matsumoto of Tochigi (JP)
LENS APPARATUS AND IMAGING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240280782 titled 'LENS APPARATUS AND IMAGING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a lens apparatus that includes a holding frame for a lens, a driving unit to move the frame along an optical axis, and a mount to attach the apparatus to a camera. The driving unit and part of the lens are positioned in a way that allows for a non-circular lens shape, with the lens overlapping the mount or being closer to the image plane than the mount's end surface.
- The lens apparatus includes a holding frame, driving unit, and mount.
- The driving unit moves the frame along the optical axis.
- The lens shape can be non-circular.
- Part of the lens overlaps the mount or is closer to the image plane than the mount's end surface.
- The design allows for flexibility in lens shape and positioning.
Potential Applications: 1. Photography equipment 2. Optical devices 3. Imaging systems
Problems Solved: 1. Allowing for non-circular lens shapes 2. Providing flexibility in lens positioning 3. Enhancing optical performance
Benefits: 1. Improved image quality 2. Versatile lens design 3. Enhanced functionality in imaging systems
Commercial Applications: The lens apparatus could be used in various commercial applications such as professional photography equipment, surveillance systems, and medical imaging devices.
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include patents or research on lens design and optical systems.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in lens technology, optical design, and imaging systems for potential improvements in the lens apparatus.
Questions about Lens Apparatus: 1. How does the non-circular lens shape impact image quality? 2. What are the potential limitations of the lens apparatus in different imaging scenarios?
Original Abstract Submitted
a lens apparatus includes a holding frame configured to hold a first lens, a driving unit configured to drive the holding frame in a direction along an optical axis, and a mount configured to mount the lens apparatus on an imaging apparatus. when the lens apparatus is viewed from the direction along the optical axis, at least a part of the driving unit is disposed inside a circumscribed circle of the first lens having a non-circular shape. a part of the first lens is disposed at a location that overlaps an object-side end surface of the mount or is disposed closer to an image plane than the object-side end surface of the mount in the direction along the optical axis.
