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Method for hiding scratches or imperfections on the surface of screens used in projection systems

CA 2058845 C · Owner: Rohm And Haas Company · Inventors: Ushida, Shinzo; Ludwig, Edward Garland, Jr.

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A novel light diffusing resin (material) has been invented which combines excellent light diffusing properties with high light transmission. The combination of, properties is possible because the material does not significantly backscatter light. Also, the material exhibits good contact clarity. This light diffusing material is an, excellent choice for use in projection systems as a method for hiding scratches or, imperfections in a rear projection screen such as a TV screen rear projected , slides, liquid crystal display (LCD screens or a thin layer electric decoration sheet by using a, plastic sheet containing specific light diffusing particles therein and having a, combination of …

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  • Filed January 7, 1992 and granted April 16, 2002. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended January 7, 2012.
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FiledJanuary 7, 1992
GrantedApril 16, 2002
Term endedJanuary 7, 2012
Patent numberCA 2058845 C
Classification (IPC)G03B21/62 +2 more

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1993199519971999200120032005200720092011Application filedJan 7, 1992Patent grantedApril 16, 2002Term endedJan 7, 2012

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