Meta platforms technologies, llc (20240264430). WIDE FIELD OF VIEW (FOV) OPTICAL LENS ASSEMBLY WITH TUNABLE OPTICAL LENS simplified abstract
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WIDE FIELD OF VIEW (FOV) OPTICAL LENS ASSEMBLY WITH TUNABLE OPTICAL LENS
Organization Name
meta platforms technologies, llc
Inventor(s)
Jianer Bao of Sunnyvale CA (US)
Yizhi Xiong of Foster City CA (US)
Dongmin Yang of San Jose CA (US)
Alexander Hsing of Redondo Beach CA (US)
WIDE FIELD OF VIEW (FOV) OPTICAL LENS ASSEMBLY WITH TUNABLE OPTICAL LENS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240264430 titled 'WIDE FIELD OF VIEW (FOV) OPTICAL LENS ASSEMBLY WITH TUNABLE OPTICAL LENS
Simplified Explanation:
The patent application describes a tunable lens that can change its shape to adjust the focal distance using piezoelectric actuators.
- The lens has a soft transparent polymer layer that can be dynamically modified.
- The shape of the lens is altered by actuating piezoelectric actuators or reshaping a transparent piezoelectric layer.
- By controlling the actuation voltage, the lens can achieve different shapes for desired focal distances, including spherical or aspherical shapes.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Dynamic modification of the lens shape for adjusting focal distance.
- Use of piezoelectric actuators to reshape the lens.
- Transparent piezoelectric layer with actuation zones for precise control.
- Ability to achieve spherical or aspherical shapes for the lens.
Potential Applications:
- Camera lenses
- Microscopes
- Telescopes
- Medical imaging devices
Problems Solved:
- Inability to quickly adjust focal distance in optical devices.
- Limited flexibility in traditional lens designs.
- Difficulty in achieving precise focal distances.
Benefits:
- Improved flexibility in optical devices.
- Enhanced precision in focal distance adjustments.
- Versatile applications in various optical instruments.
Commercial Applications:
Potential commercial applications include:
- Camera manufacturing industry
- Medical imaging equipment manufacturers
- Telescope and microscope producers
Questions about Tunable Lens Technology:
1. How does the tunable lens technology compare to traditional fixed lenses in terms of performance and versatility? 2. What are the potential cost implications of implementing this technology in optical devices?
Original Abstract Submitted
a tunable lens includes a soft transparent polymer layer whose shape (optical profile) is dynamically modified by actuation of one or more piezoelectric actuators or shaping/reshaping of a transparent piezoelectric layer with a plurality of actuation zones on it. through control of the actuation voltage a particular shape corresponding to a desired focal distance is obtained. thus, spherical or aspherical reshaping of the tunable lens may be accomplished through the transparent piezoelectric layer.
