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Optical scanning system with wavelength shift correction

CA 1181273 A · Owner: Xerox Corporation · Inventors: Kay, David B.

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A spot scanning holographic spinner system incorporates an optical element in the optical path to provide compensation for wavelength shifts in the coherent light source. The device is located in a plane parallel to the spinner and consists of a diffraction grating having the same properties as gratings formed on the spinner surface.

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  • Granted January 22, 1985. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended January 22, 2002.
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FiledMarch 11, 1982
GrantedJanuary 22, 1985
Term endedJanuary 22, 2002
Patent numberCA 1181273 A
Classification (IPC)G02B5/18 +2 more

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1983198519871989199119931995199719992001Application filedMarch 11, 1982Patent grantedJan 22, 1985Term endedJan 22, 2002

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