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Light pattern generator

CA 1270675 C · Owner: Vlps Lighting Services, Inc. · Inventors: Bornhorst, James M.

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A light pattern generator is utilized to produce an image which is projected onto a stage or screen. The image is derived from a beam of light. The light pattern generator comprises a heat resistant glass plate having a reflective layer deposited on one surface thereof. A nonreflective layer is deposited on the surface of the reflective layer. Both of the layers are etched to produce an opening extending through the layers wherein the opening has the shape of the desired image. The beam of light is directed through the transparent plate and the portions not passed through the operation are reflected by the mirror surface of the reflective layer. This prevents the buildup of heat within the …

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  • Granted June 26, 1990. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended June 26, 2007.
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FiledMarch 31, 1987
GrantedJune 26, 1990
Term endedJune 26, 2007
Patent numberCA 1270675 C
Classification (IPC)G03B15/02 +1 more

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1988199019921994199619982000200220042006Application filedMarch 31, 1987Patent grantedJune 26, 1990Term endedJune 26, 2007

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