In an embodiment, a representation of a first natural language prompt is received. A representation of the first natural language prompt is sent to a large language model (LLM) configured to identify a first pattern based on the first natural language prompt. A first main inlet associated with the first pattern at a graph, a first success outlet associated with the first pattern at the graph, and a first error outlet associated with the first pattern at the graph is determined based on the graph. A first modification is determined based on the first main inlet, the first success outlet, and the first error outlet. The graph is modified based on the first modification to generate a first modified graph.
An apparatus for connecting one or more parts having different coefficients of thermal expansion. The apparatus includes a clamp configured to attach to a support, wherein the clamp includes a first arm member having a first contact surface, a second arm member having a second contact surface, a recess formed by the first arm member and the second arm member, and a third arm member positioned perpendicular to at least one of the first arm member and the second arm member, the third arm member having a compransion zone. The apparatus also includes a base configured to hold a component, the base comprising a body that holds the component in a fixed position, and an interface configured to engage or attach to at least one of the first contact surface and the second contact surface. A width of the compransion zone is kept substantially equal to a width of the recess under varying temperature conditions to minimize or eliminate any stress to the support caused by thermal expansion or contraction of the clamp.
A monolithic optical system for creating a plurality of equally spaced identical laser beams while maintaining pointing accuracy of the laser beams relative to each other with respect to both position and angle. The monolithic optical system includes a mirror configured to receive a laser beam in a first direction and reflect the laser beam in a second direction and a beamsplitter array having a first beamsplitter and a second beamsplitter. The first beamsplitter is configured to receive the laser beam from the mirror and direct the laser beam, emitting a first laser beam portion and redirecting a second laser beam portion to the mirror. The second beamsplitter is configured to receive the first laser beam portion and the second laser beam portion from the mirror and direct the first laser beam portion and the second laser beam portion, emitting a first part of the first laser beam portion and a first part of the second laser beam portion and redirecting a second part of the first laser beam portion and a second part of the second laser beam portion to the mirror. The mirror is configured to reflect the second part of the first laser beam portion and the second part of the second laser beam portion. An interface of the first beamsplitter adjoins an interface of the second beamsplitter.
A method for making an optic that is operable in extreme temperature environments, including selecting a material for each of a plurality of mirror panels based on one or more parameters, selecting a type of assembly of an optic, selecting a geometric configuration for each of the plurality of mirror panels, aligning optically each of the plurality of mirror panels, and assembling each of the plurality of mirror panels in optical alignment such that each mirror panel is within a predetermined angular tolerance. The assembling can include fusing the material of at least one of the plurality of mirror panels to make the optic of the selected type of assembly.
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A monolithic optical system includes a mirror that receives a laser beam in a first direction and reflects the laser beam in a second direction, a first beamsplitter, and a second beamsplitter. The first beamsplitter receives the laser from the mirror and directs the laser beam, emits a first laser portion and redirects a second laser portion to the mirror. The second beamsplitter receives the first laser portion and the second laser portion from the mirror and directs the first laser portion and the second laser portion, emits a first part of the first laser portion and a first part of the second laser portion and redirects a second part of the first laser portion and a second part of the second laser portion to the mirror. An interface of the first beamsplitter adjoins an interface of the second beamsplitter.
A method for making an optic that is operable in extreme temperature environments, including selecting a material for each of a plurality of mirror panels based on one or more parameters, selecting a type of assembly of an optic, selecting a geometric configuration for each of the plurality of mirror panels, aligning optically each of the plurality of mirror panels, and assembling each of the plurality of mirror panels in optical alignment such that each mirror panel is within a predetermined angular tolerance. The assembling can include fusing the material of at least one of the plurality of mirror panels to make the optic of the selected type of assembly.
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SYSTEM FOR MINIMIZING PERTURBATION IN OPTICS DUE TO THERMAL DEFORMATION
An apparatus for collimating or focusing a coherent light beam without beam misalignment or beam focal point drift due to thermal deformation. The apparatus includes an optical component made of a material having an optical coefficient of thermal expansion and an optomechanical component having an optical support configured to hold the optical component. The optical support is made of a material having an optomechanical coefficient of thermal expansion, wherein the optical coefficient of thermal expansion and the optomechanical coefficient of thermal expansion are selected such that the optical component and the optomechanical component expand or contract as a single entity under varying temperatures.
An apparatus for collimating or focusing a coherent light beam without beam misalignment or beam focal point drift due to thermal deformation. The apparatus includes an optical component made of a material having an optical coefficient of thermal expansion and an optomechanical component having an optical support configured to hold the optical component. The optical support is made of a material having an optomechanical coefficient of thermal expansion, wherein the optical coefficient of thermal expansion and the optomechanical coefficient of thermal expansion are selected such that the optical component and the optomechanical component expand or contract as a single entity under varying temperatures.
A dynamic concentrator system having a concentrator lens, a tracker platform and a receiver. In an embodiment, the concentrator lens is configured to receive an incoming light at an entrance angle α and concentrate the light beam on a focus spot. The tracker platform has a detector optical aperture and one or more actuators. The detector optical aperture can be configured to receive the concentrated light beam. The actuators can move the detector optical aperture in a spatial plane to a location of the focus spot. The receiver has a detector optically coupled to the detector optical aperture to receive the concentrated light beam from the detector optical aperture.
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A system and method for orthogonal laser metrology having one or more orthogonal laser metrology modules (O-LAMMs). The system includes a first monolithic structure that includes a first plurality of components preinstalled and aligned in the first monolithic structure, at least one of the first plurality of components comprising a bidirectional beam steering device; and a second monolithic structure that includes a second plurality of components preinstalled and aligned in the second monolithic structure. The first monolithic structure has a first connecting portion; the second monolithic structure has a second connecting portion; the first monolithic structure and the second monolithic structure are each constructed to be aligned and adjoined to each other at an interface of the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion; and the first plurality of components are preinstalled and optically aligned in the first monolithic structure such that when the first monolithic structure and the second monolithic structures are adjoined to each other at said interface, the second plurality of components are aligned with the first plurality of components.
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THREE-DIMENSIONAL LASER SCANNING WITH OPTICAL POSITION SENSING
A system and method for orthogonal laser metrology having one or more orthogonal laser metrology modules (O-LAMMs). The system includes a first monolithic structure that includes a first plurality of components preinstalled and aligned in the first monolithic structure, at least one of the first plurality of components comprising a bidirectional beam steering device; and a second monolithic structure that includes a second plurality of components preinstalled and aligned in the second monolithic structure. The first monolithic structure has a first connecting portion; the second monolithic structure has a second connecting portion; the first monolithic structure and the second monolithic structure are each constructed to be aligned and adjoined to each other at an interface of the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion; and the first plurality of components are preinstalled and optically aligned in the first monolithic structure such that when the first monolithic structure and the second monolithic structures are adjoined to each other at said interface, the second plurality of components are aligned with the first plurality of components.
An improved mirror-based assembly is provided. The mirror-based assembly has at least one mirror panel, at least one support member, and at least three connection regions between the at least one support member and the at least one mirror panel, comprising at least a first connection region comprising a miter joint connection region, at least a second connection region comprising a non-miter joint connection region, and at least a third connection region, wherein the at least one mirror panel is connected to the at least one support member to minimize thermal expansion or contraction of the at least one mirror panel and a method for assembling the same.
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METHOD FOR MULTI-CHANNEL AUDIO SYNCHRONIZATION FOR TASK AUTOMATION
A method for coordinating actions between an audio channel and a synchronized non-audio channel includes receiving an indication of a start of a session associated with a user and having an audio channel that is synchronized with a non-audio channel. Thereafter, repeated determinations are made as to whether a prompt on the non-audio channel has been received from the user. In response to each determination that the prompt on the non-audio channel has not been received from the user, a signal is sent to cause an inaudible output on the audio channel to the user. In response to a determination that the prompt on the non-audio channel has been received from the user, an audible output is selected based on an activity by the user on the non-audio channel, and a signal is sent to cause the audible output to be output on the audio channel.
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SELF-ALIGNING ACTIVE RETROREFLECTOR SYSTEM AND METHOD
An apparatus, system, and computer-implemented method that correct for thermal drift in one or more optical elements in an optical device and maintain high precision accuracy of the optical device during extreme temperature changes. The apparatus includes an optical device having an optical element configured to direct or reflect a light beam, a pivot support configured to hold a portion of the optical element and facilitate motion of the optical element in multidimensional space, a controller configured to determine a displacement of the optical element due to thermal drift and generate an actuator drive signal based on the amount of the displacement, and an actuator configured to receive the actuator drive signal and counteract the thermal drift by moving, in cooperation with the pivot support and in response to the actuator drive signal, the optical element by an inverse amount and direction of the displacement of the optical element.
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SELF-ALIGNING ACTIVE RETROREFLECTOR SYSTEM AND METHOD
An apparatus, system, and computer-implemented method that correct for thermal drift in one or more optical elements in an optical device and maintain high precision accuracy of the optical device during extreme temperature changes. The apparatus includes an optical device having an optical element configured to direct or reflect a light beam, a pivot support configured to hold a portion of the optical element and facilitate motion of the optical element in multidimensional space, a controller configured to determine a displacement of the optical element due to thermal drift and generate an actuator drive signal based on the amount of the displacement, and an actuator configured to receive the actuator drive signal and counteract the thermal drift by moving, in cooperation with the pivot support and in response to the actuator drive signal, the optical element by an inverse amount and direction of the displacement of the optical element.
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SELF-ALIGNING ACTIVE RETROREFLECTOR SYSTEM AND METHOD
An apparatus, system, and computer-implemented method that correct for thermal drift in one or more optical elements in an optical device and maintain high precision accuracy of the optical device during extreme temperature changes. The apparatus includes an optical device having an optical element configured to direct or reflect a light beam, a pivot support configured to hold a portion of the optical element and facilitate motion of the optical element in multidimensional space, a controller configured to determine a displacement of the optical element due to thermal drift and generate an actuator drive signal based on the amount of the displacement, and an actuator configured to receive the actuator drive signal and counteract the thermal drift by moving, in cooperation with the pivot support and in response to the actuator drive signal, the optical element by an inverse amount and direction of the displacement of the optical element.
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09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
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Multi-optical element stabilizing structure comprising of
aligned reflective components for use in laser instruments
and systems in the defense and aerospace industries and
excluding any use in or for communications or multimedia
networking technologies.
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Method for multi-channel audio synchronization for task automation
A method for coordinating actions between an audio channel and a synchronized non-audio channel includes receiving an indication of a start of a session associated with a user and having an audio channel that is synchronized with a non-audio channel. Thereafter, repeated determinations are made as to whether a prompt on the non-audio channel has been received from the user. In response to each determination that the prompt on the non-audio channel has not been received from the user, a signal is sent to cause an inaudible output on the audio channel to the user. In response to a determination that the prompt on the non-audio channel has been received from the user, an audible output is selected based on an activity by the user on the non-audio channel, and a signal is sent to cause the audible output to be output on the audio channel.
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A dynamic concentrator system having a concentrator lens, a tracker platform and a receiver. In an embodiment, the concentrator lens is configured to receive an incoming light at an entrance angle α and concentrate the light beam on a focus spot. The tracker platform has a detector optical aperture and one or more actuators. The detector optical aperture can be configured to receive the concentrated light beam. The actuators can move the detector optical aperture in a spatial plane to a location of the focus spot. The receiver has a detector optically coupled to the detector optical aperture to receive the concentrated light beam from the detector optical aperture.
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Goods & Services
Multi-optical element stabilizing structure comprising of aligned reflective components for use in laser instruments and systems in the defense and aerospace industries and excluding any use in or for communications or multimedia networking technologies
A system, device and methodology for detecting an object and its position in a field of view of a beam fan. The system can comprise a reflection detector sensor array arranged to detect a light beam reflected by an object impinged by a beam fan in the field of view and output a reflected beam position trigger signal; a line sensor arranged to capture an image of the reflected light beam and output beam reflection data corresponding to the light beam; an angle position sensor array arranged to detect an angle of the beam fan with respect to a central axis and output a beam fan position signal; and a speedup processor arranged to receive the reflected beam position trigger signal, receive the beam reflection data, receive the beam fan position signal, and output the beam reflection data to a central processor. A position of the object in the field of view can be determined based on the beam reflection data and beam fan position signal.
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A tracker laser rangefinder for detecting, targeting, locating or tracking an object in real time in a field of view. In an embodiment, the tracker laser rangefinder includes a laser source arranged to generate and emit a laser pulse at a first time in response to a laser trigger signal; a fast-scan mirror arranged to deflect and steer the laser pulse to an object in a scan plane; a sensor arranged to receive a reflection of the laser pulse from the object at a second time and output a return pulse detection signal; and a controller arranged to receive the return pulse detection signal and determine a first angle, a second angle and a range to the object. The first angle and the second angle can be based on a position of the fast-scan mirror. The range of the object can be calculated based on a period of time comprising the first time as a start time and the second time as a stop time.
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INTEGRATED TRACKING LASER DEFENSE SYSTEM AND METHOD
An integrated tracking laser defense system for detecting and disrupting moving objects. The system includes a disruptor module arranged to steer and direct a laser on to a moving object and a plurality of tracking laser rangefinder modules, each arranged to detect and track an object as it moves in a field-of-view. The plurality of tracking laser rangefinder modules can be arranged around the disruptor module, and the disruptor module can have a fast-steering mirror device arranged to lock on to and maintain a position on the moving object as it moves in the field-of-view.
A tracker laser rangefinder for detecting, targeting, locating or tracking an object in real time in a field of view. In an embodiment, the tracker laser rangefinder includes a laser source arranged to generate and emit a laser pulse at a first time in response to a laser trigger signal; a fast-scan mirror arranged to deflect and steer the laser pulse to an object in a scan plane; a sensor arranged to receive a reflection of the laser pulse from the object at a second time and output a return pulse detection signal; and a controller arranged to receive the return pulse detection signal and determine a first angle, a second angle and a range to the object. The first angle and the second angle can be based on a position of the fast-scan mirror. The range of the object can be calculated based on a period of time comprising the first time as a start time and the second time as a stop time.
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G01S 17/66 - Tracking systems using electromagnetic waves other than radio waves
A tracker laser rangefinder for detecting, targeting, locating or tracking an object in real time in a field of view. In an embodiment, the tracker laser rangefinder includes a laser source arranged to generate and emit a laser pulse at a first time in response to a laser trigger signal; a fast-scan mirror arranged to deflect and steer the laser pulse to an object in a scan plane; a sensor arranged to receive a reflection of the laser pulse from the object at a second time and output a return pulse detection signal; and a controller arranged to receive the return pulse detection signal and determine a first angle, a second angle and a range to the object. The first angle and the second angle can be based on a position of the fast-scan mirror. The range of the object can be calculated based on a period of time comprising the first time as a start time and the second time as a stop time.
An improved mount for, and method of mounting, an optical structure comprising at least two mirror panels secured in reflective relation to each other between upper and lower support members of the optical structure, is provided. The mount has a bracket element, comprising top and bottom panels secured along a back panel. There are at least six mounting pads, at least three attach portions of an outside surface of the upper support member of the optical structure to portions of an inside surface of the top panel of the bracket, and at least three attach portions of an outside surface of the lower support member of the optical structure to portions of an inside surface of the bottom panel of the bracket. The middle of the set of three top and bottom mounting pads are formed from polymeric material having a first Durometer value, and the two outer of the set of three top and bottom mounting pads are formed from polymeric material having a second Durometer value.
An improved mount for, and method of mounting, an optical structure comprising at least two mirror panels secured in reflective relation to each other between upper and lower support members of the optical structure, is provided. The mount has a bracket element, comprising top and bottom panels secured along a back panel. There are at least six mounting pads, at least three attach portions of an outside surface of the upper support member of the optical structure to portions of an inside surface of the top panel of the bracket, and at least three attach portions of an outside surface of the lower support member of the optical structure to portions of an inside surface of the bottom panel of the bracket. The middle of the set of three top and bottom mounting pads are formed from polymeric material having a first Durometer value, and the two outer of the set of three top and bottom mounting pads are formed from polymeric material having a second Durometer value.
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Mount for an optical structure and method of mounting the optical structure to the mount
An improved mount for, and method of mounting, an optical structure comprising at least two mirror panels secured in reflective relation to each other between upper and lower support members of the optical structure, is provided. The mount has a bracket element, comprising top and bottom panels secured along a back panel. There are at least six mounting pads, at least three attach portions of an outside surface of the upper support member of the optical structure to portions of an inside surface of the top panel of the bracket, and at least three attach portions of an outside surface of the lower support member of the optical structure to portions of an inside surface of the bottom panel of the bracket. The middle of the set of three top and bottom mounting pads are formed from polymeric material having a first Durometer value, and the two outer of the set of three top and bottom mounting pads are formed from polymeric material having a second Durometer value.
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METHOD FOR MULTI-CHANNEL AUDIO SYNCHRONIZATION FOR TASK AUTOMATION
A method for coordinating actions between an audio channel and a synchronized non-audio channel includes receiving an indication of a start of a session associated with a user and having an audio channel that is synchronized with a non-audio channel. Repeated determinations are made, after receiving the indication of the start of the session, as to whether a prompt on the non-audio channel has been received from the user. In response to each determination that the prompt on the non-audio channel has not been received from the user, a signal is sent to cause an inaudible output on the audio channel to the user. In response to a determination that the prompt on the non-audio channel has been received from the user, an audible output is selected based on an activity by the user on the non- audio channel, and a signal is sent to cause the audible output to be output on the audio channel.
A method for coordinating actions between an audio channel and a synchronized non-audio channel includes receiving an indication of a start of a session associated with a user and having an audio channel that is synchronized with a non-audio channel. Thereafter, repeated determinations are made as to whether a prompt on the non-audio channel has been received from the user. In response to each determination that the prompt on the non-audio channel has not been received from the user, a signal is sent to cause an inaudible output on the audio channel to the user. In response to a determination that the prompt on the non-audio channel has been received from the user, an audible output is selected based on an activity by the user on the non-audio channel, and a signal is sent to cause the audible output to be output on the audio channel.
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LOW PROFILE HOLLOW RETROREFLECTOR ASSEMBLY AND THEIR MOUNTING STRUCTURES AND MOUNTING METHODS
An improved retroreflector assembly is provided. The retroreflector assembly has a retroreflector comprising three plates having optically flat reflective surfaces disposed at right angles to each other, wherein the retroreflector has a clear aperture distance, and an axis aligned equidistantly from the three plates and extending from a vertex of the retroreflector, a housing for receipt therein of the retroreflector, at least one mounting element extending from the retroreflector, wherein the mounting element at least partially secures the retroreflector to the housing, and a vertical height smaller in distance than the clear aperture distance in a direction parallel to the axis of the retroreflector, and a method for mounting the same.
An improved retroreflector assembly is provided. The retroreflector assembly has a retroreflector comprising three plates having optically flat reflective surfaces disposed at right angles to each other, wherein the retroreflector has a clear aperture distance, and an axis aligned equidistantly from the three plates and extending from a vertex of the retroreflector, a housing for receipt therein of the retroreflector, at least one mounting element extending from the retroreflector, wherein the mounting element at least partially secures the retroreflector to the housing, and a vertical height smaller in distance than the clear aperture distance in a direction parallel to the axis of the retroreflector, and a method for mounting the same.
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LOW PROFILE HOLLOW RETROREFLECTOR ASSEMBLY AND THEIR MOUNTING STRUCTURES AND MOUNTING METHODS
An improved retroreflector assembly is provided. The retroreflector assembly has a retroreflector comprising three plates having optically flat reflective surfaces disposed at right angles to each other, wherein the retroreflector has a clear aperture distance, and an axis aligned equidistantly from the three plates and extending from a vertex of the retroreflector, a housing for receipt therein of the retroreflector, at least one mounting element extending from the retroreflector, wherein the mounting element at least partially secures the retroreflector to the housing, and a vertical height smaller in distance than the clear aperture distance in a direction parallel to the axis of the retroreflector, and a method for mounting the same.
An improved mirror-based assembly is provided. The mirror-based assembly has at least one mirror panel, at least one support member, and at least three connection regions between the at least one support member and the at least one mirror panel, comprising at least a first connection region comprising a miter joint connection region, at least a second connection region comprising a non-miter joint connection region, and at least a third connection region, wherein the at least one mirror panel is connected to the at least one support member to minimize thermal expansion or contraction of the at least one mirror panel and a method for assembling the same.
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MIRROR-BASED ASSEMBLIES, INCLUDING LATERAL TRANSFER HOLLOW RETROREFLECTORS, AND THEIR MOUNTING STRUCTURES AND MOUNTING METHODS
An improved mirror-based assembly is provided. The mirror-based assembly has at least one mirror panel, at least one support member, and at least three connection regions between the at least one support member and the at least one mirror panel, comprising at least a first connection region comprising a miter joint connection region, at least a second connection region comprising a non-miter joint connection region, and at least a third connection region, wherein the at least one mirror panel is connected to the at least one support member to minimize thermal expansion or contraction of the at least one mirror panel and a method for assembling the same.
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An improved mirror-based assembly is provided. The mirror-based assembly has at least one mirror panel, at least one support member, and at least three connection regions between the at least one support member and the at least one mirror panel, comprising at least a first connection region comprising a miter joint connection region, at least a second connection region comprising a non-miter joint connection region, and at least a third connection region, wherein the at least one mirror panel is connected to the at least one support member to minimize thermal expansion or contraction of the at least one mirror panel and a method for assembling the same.
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An improved mount assembly for an optical structure, is provided. The mount assembly for the optical structure, comprising an optical structure comprising at least one mirror panel, the mirror panel comprising a reflective surface, a back surface substantially opposite the reflective surface and at least one side surface extending between the reflective and back surfaces, at least one mounting member extending from the optical structure, a housing for receipt therein of at least a portion of the optical structure and all of the mounting member extending from the optical structure, the housing having at least one opening therethrough, and at least one screw received and tightened within the at least one opening such that a first end of the screw presses against and at least partially secures the mounting member within the housing. A method for assembling the same is also provided.
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An improved mount assembly for an optical structure, is provided. The mount assembly for the optical structure, comprising an optical structure comprising at least one mirror panel, the mirror panel comprising a reflective surface, a back surface substantially opposite the reflective surface and at least one side surface extending between the reflective and back surfaces, at least one mounting member extending from the optical structure, a housing for receipt therein of at least a portion of the optical structure and all of the mounting member extending from the optical structure, the housing having at least one opening therethrough, and at least one screw received and tightened within the at least one opening such that a first end of the screw presses against and at least partially secures the mounting member within the housing. A method for assembling the same is also provided.
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An improved mount assembly for an optical structure, is provided. The mount assembly for the optical structure, comprising an optical structure comprising at least one mirror panel, the mirror panel comprising a reflective surface, a back surface substantially opposite the reflective surface and at least one side surface extending between the reflective and back surfaces, at least one mounting member extending from the optical structure, a housing for receipt therein of at least a portion of the optical structure and all of the mounting member extending from the optical structure, the housing having at least one opening therethrough, and at least one screw received and tightened within the at least one opening such that a first end of the screw presses against and at least partially secures the mounting member within the housing. A method for assembling the same is also provided.
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An improved mount for, and method of mounting an, optical structure is provided. The mount has an optical structure comprising at least one mirror panel, the mirror panel comprising a reflective surface and a back surface substantially opposite the reflective surface, a protruding member extending from the back surface of the optical structure, the protruding member having a shape and the shape having an outside surface there-around, a base comprising a mounting element and an upper element extending from the mounting element, the upper element having a cavity for secured receipt therein of at least a portion of the protruding member, wherein the receiving cavity of the upper element has a shape identical to that of the shape of the protruding member, but where the shape of the protruding member is ten thousandths ( 1/10,000) of an inch smaller than the shape of the receiving cavity so that the outside surface of the protruding member is ten thousandths ( 1/10,000) of an inch away from the corresponding parts of the receiving cavity when the protruding member is secured within the cavity.
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Mount for an optical structure having a grooved protruding member and method of mounting an optical structure using such mount
An improved mount for, and method of mounting, an optical structure having a grooved/relieved protruding member is provided. The mount may have the grooved/relieved protruding member extending from a surface of the optical structure, a base element for mounting the mount to another structure and an upper element extending from the base element having a first opening extending therethrough for receipt therein of at least a portion of the grooved/relieved member. The first opening defines first and second arms, each of the arms comprising a head portion and each of the head portions ending at an end. A second opening in the upper element extends through one of the head portions and the end thereof in a direction toward the other head portion, while a third opening exists in the upper element through the end of the other head portion in an orientation substantially opposite to and in communication with the second opening so that a tightening mechanism may be received through the second opening and the third opening. Tightening of the tightening mechanism into the third opening causes the ends of the head portions to draw toward each other so that the first opening of the upper element tightens around the at least a portion of the grooved/relieved protruding member.
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Mount for an optical structure having a flanged protruding member and method of mounting an optical structure using such mount
An improved mount for, and method of mounting an, optical structure is provided. The mount has an optical structure comprising at least one mirror panel, the mirror panel comprising a reflective surface and a back surface substantially opposite the reflective surface, a protruding member extending from the back surface of the optical structure, the protruding member having a shape and the shape having an outside surface there-around, a base comprising a mounting element and an upper element extending from the mounting element, the upper element having a cavity for secured receipt therein of at least a portion of the protruding member, wherein the receiving cavity of the upper element has a shape identical to that of the shape of the protruding member, but where the shape of the protruding member is ten thousandths ( 1/10,000) of an inch smaller than the shape of the receiving cavity so that the outside surface of the protruding member is ten thousandths ( 1/10,000) of an inch away from the corresponding parts of the receiving cavity when the protruding member is secured within the cavity.
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MOUNT FOR AN OPTICAL STRUCTURE HAVING A FLANGED PROTRUDING MEMBER AND METHOD OF MOUNTING AN OPTICAL STRUCTURE USING SUCH MOUNT
An improved mount for, and method of mounting an, optical structure is provided. The mount has an optical structure comprising at least one mirror panel, the mirror panel comprising a reflective surface and a back surface substantially opposite the reflective surface, a protruding member extending from the back surface of the optical structure, the protruding member having a shape and the shape having an outside surface there-around, a base comprising a mounting element and an upper clement extending from the mounting element, the upper element having a cavity for secured receipt therein of at least a portion of the protruding member, wherein the receiving cavity of the upper element has a shape identical to that of the shape of the protruding member, but where the shape of the protruding member is ten thousandths (1/10,000) of an inch smaller than the shape of the receiving cavity so that the outside surface of the protruding member is ten thousandths (1/10,000) of an inch away from the corresponding parts of the receiving cavity when the protruding member is secured within the cavity.
An apparatus for position-detection of an object within a region is disclosed. The apparatus includes first and second target elements mounted on an object and having a known separation distance between the two. A scanning light source is configured to issue a beam of light along a substantially one-dimensional scanning path, which illuminates a point that moves over the first and second target elements. A detector is provided for detecting light reflected from, or received by, the first and second target elements. A processing system is configured to determine the position of the object within the region based on first and second points in the scanning path at which the detector detects light returned from, or received by, the first and second target elements and the known separation distance between the two reflective elements.
G01B 11/14 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring distance or clearance between spaced objects or spaced apertures
G01S 17/06 - Systems determining position data of a target
G01S 1/70 - Beacons or beacon systems transmitting signals having a characteristic or characteristics capable of being detected by non-directional receivers and defining directions, positions, or position lines fixed relatively to the beacon transmittersReceivers co-operating therewith using electromagnetic waves other than radio waves
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Mounts for an optical structure having a grooved protruding member with a damping ring disposed in or on the groove and methods of mounting an optical structure using such mounts
An improved mount for, and method of mounting, an optical structure having a grooved/relieved protruding member with a damping ring therein or on is provided. The grooved/relieved protruding member may extend from the optical structure, and an upper element having a first opening extending therethrough may receive at least a portion of the grooved/relieved member in the first opening. The upper element may include second and third openings therein that operate along with the first opening and a tightening mechanism. Tightening of the tightening mechanism into at least one of the third opening and the second opening causes the ends of the head portions to draw toward each other so that the first opening of the upper element tightens around the at least a portion of the grooved/relieved protruding member.
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Mounts for an optical structure having a grooved protruding member with a damping ring disposed in or on the groove and methods of mounting an optical structure using such mounts
An improved mount for, and method of mounting, an optical structure having a grooved/relieved protruding member with a damping ring therein or on is provided. The grooved/relieved protruding member may extend from the optical structure, and an upper element having a first opening extending therethrough may receive at least a portion of the grooved/relieved member in the first opening. The upper element may include second and third openings therein that operate along with the first opening and a tightening mechanism. Tightening of the tightening mechanism into at least one of the third opening and the second opening causes the ends of the head portions to draw toward each other so that the first opening of the upper element tightens around the at least a portion of the grooved/relieved protruding member.
G02B 7/00 - Mountings, adjusting means, or light-tight connections, for optical elements
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F16F 1/371 - Springs made of plastics, e.g. rubberSprings made of material having high internal friction characterised by inserts or auxiliary extension elements, e.g. for rigidification
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MOUNTS FOR AN OPTICAL STRUCTURE HAVING A GROOVED PROTRUDING MEMBER WITH A DAMPING RING DISPOSED IN OR ON THE GROOVE AND METHODS OF MOUNTING AN OPTICAL STRUCTURE USING SUCH MOUNTS
An improved mount for, and method of mounting, an optical structure having a grooved/relieved protruding member with a damping ring therein or on is provided. The grooved/relieved protruding member may extend from the optical structure, and an upper element having a first opening extending therethrough may receive at least a portion of the grooved/relieved member in the first opening. The upper element may include second and third openings therein that operate along with the first opening and a tightening mechanism. Tightening of the tightening mechanism into at least one of the third opening and the second opening causes the ends of the head portions to draw toward each other so that the first opening of the upper element tightens around the at least a portion of the grooved/relieved protruding member.
A system and method for improved voice and data communication is described. One embodiment includes a method for data communication with an end user, the method comprising connecting to an agent device; receiving a data session request from the agent device, wherein the data session request comprises a target telephone number; establishing a data session with an end-user device associated with the target telephone number; and transmitting data messages between the end-user device and the agent device using the data session.
2”) such that the optic instrument can operate to scan into the mid or far infrared. Stability in optical alignment is therefore achieved without requiring the optic instrument include only one material. The invention provides stability in situations where it is not possible to utilize a single material for every component of the interferometer.
G02B 1/02 - Optical elements characterised by the material of which they are madeOptical coatings for optical elements made of crystals, e.g. rock-salt, semiconductors
Interferometer, and optical assembly each having a three-pin mount for mounting an optical element at at least three points or areas and method of mounting same
2”) such that the optic instrument can operate to scan into the mid or far infrared. Stability in optical alignment is therefore achieved without requiring the optic instrument include only one material. The invention provides stability in situations where it is not possible to utilize a single material for every component of the interferometer.
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Mount for an optical structure and methods of mounting an optical structure using such mount
An improved mount for, and methods of mounting an, optical structure are provided. The mount has a protruding member extending from a surface of the optical structure, a base element having a mounting structure for mounting the mount to another structure and an upper element extending from the base element having a first opening extending therethrough for receipt therein of at least a portion of the protruding member. The first opening defines first and second arms, each of the arms comprising a head portion and each of the head portions ending at an end. A second opening in the upper element extends through one of the head portions and the end thereof in a direction toward the other head portion, while a third opening exists in the upper element through the end of the other head portion in an orientation substantially opposite to and in communication with the second opening so that a tightening mechanism received through the second opening can be received into the third opening. Tightening of the tightening mechanism into the third opening causes the ends of the head portions to draw toward each other so that the first opening of the upper element tightens around the at least a portion of the protruding member.
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Mount for an optical structure and method of mounting an optical structure using such mount
An improved mount for, and method of mounting an, optical structure is provided. The mount has a protruding member extending from a surface of the optical structure, a base element having a mounting structure for mounting the mount to another structure and an upper element extending from the base element having a first opening extending therethrough for receipt therein of at least a portion of the protruding member. The first opening defines first and second arms, each of the arms comprising a head portion and each of the head portions ending at an end. A second opening in the upper element extends through one of the head portions and the end thereof in a direction toward the other head portion, while a third opening exists in the upper element through the end of the other head portion in an orientation substantially opposite to and in communication with the second opening so that a tightening mechanism received through the second opening can be received into the third opening. Tightening of the tightening mechanism into the third opening causes the ends of the head portions to draw toward each other so that the first opening of the upper element tightens around the at least a portion of the protruding member.
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Mount for an optical structure having a grooved protruding member and method of mounting an optical structure using such mount
An improved mount for, and method of mounting, an optical structure having a grooved/relieved protruding member is provided. The mount may have the grooved/relieved protruding member extending from a surface of the optical structure, a base element for mounting the mount to another structure and an upper element extending from the base element having a first opening extending therethrough for receipt therein of at least a portion of the grooved/relieved member. The first opening defines first and second arms, each of the arms comprising a head portion and each of the head portions ending at an end. A second opening in the upper element extends through one of the head portions and the end thereof in a direction toward the other head portion, while a third opening exists in the upper element through the end of the other head portion in an orientation substantially opposite to and in communication with the second opening so that a tightening mechanism may be received through the second opening and the third opening. Tightening of the tightening mechanism into the third opening causes the ends of the head portions to draw toward each other so that the first opening of the upper element tightens around the at least a portion of the grooved/relieved protruding member.
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MOUNT FOR AN OPTICAL STRUCTURE HAVING A GROOVED PROTRUDING MEMBER AND METHOD OF MOUNTING AN OPTICAL STRUCTURE USING SUCH MOUNT
An improved mount for, and method of mounting, an optical structure having a grooved/relieved protruding member is provided. The mount may have the grooved/relieved protruding member extending from a surface of the optical structure, a base element for mounting the mount to another structure and an upper element extending from the base element having a first opening extending therethrough for receipt therein of at least a portion of the grooved/relieved member. The first opening defines first and second arms, each of the arms comprising a head portion and each of the head portions ending at an end. A second opening in the upper element extends through one of the head portions and the end thereof in a direction toward the other head portion, while a third opening exists in the upper element through the end of the other head portion in an orientation substantially opposite to and in communication with the second opening so that a tightening mechanism may be received through the second opening and the third opening. Tightening of the tightening mechanism into the third opening causes the ends of the head portions to draw toward each other so that the first opening of the upper element tightens around the at least a portion of the grooved/relieved protruding member.
An improved mount for, and method of mounting an, optical structure is provided. The mount has a protruding member extending from a surface of the optical structure, a base element having a mounting structure for mounting the mount to another structure and an upper element extending from the base element having a first opening extending therethrough for receipt therein of at least a portion of the protruding member. The first opening defines first and second arms, each of the arms comprising a head portion and each of the head portions ending at an end. A second opening in the upper element extends through one of the head portions and the end thereof in a direction toward the other head portion, while a third opening exists in the upper element through the end of the other head portion in an orientation substantially opposite to and in communication with the second opening so that a tightening mechanism received through the second opening can be received into the third opening. Tightening of the tightening mechanism into the third opening causes the ends of the head portions to draw toward each other so that the first opening of the upper element tightens around the at least a portion of the protruding member.
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Mount for an optical structure and method of mounting an optical structure using such mount
An improved mount for, and method of mounting an, optical structure is provided. The mount has a protruding member extending from a surface of the optical structure, a base element having a mounting structure for mounting the mount to another structure and an upper element extending from the base element having a first opening extending therethrough for receipt therein of at least a portion of the protruding member. The first opening defines first and second arms, each of the arms comprising a head portion and each of the head portions ending at an end. A second opening in the upper element extends through one of the head portions and the end thereof in a direction toward the other head portion, while a third opening exists in the upper element through the end of the other head portion in an orientation substantially opposite to and in communication with the second opening so that a tightening mechanism received through the second opening can be received into the third opening. Tightening of the tightening mechanism into the third opening causes the ends of the head portions to draw toward each other so that the first opening of the upper element tightens around the at least a portion of the protruding member.
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Optical assembly, method for assembling an optical assembly, system for securing optical elements of an optical assembly and a spring for securing optical elements of an optical assembly
A monolithic frame for optics used in interferometers where the material of the monolithic frame may have a substantially different coefficient of thermal expansion from the beamsplitter and compensator without warping, bending or distorting the optics. This is accomplished through providing a securing apparatus holding the optics in place while isolating the expansion thereof from the expansion of the frame. Stability in optical alignment is therefore achieved without requiring a single material or materials of essentially identical coefficients of thermal expansion. The present invention provides stability in situations where it is not possible to utilize a single material for every component of the interferometer.
A system and method for improved voice and data communication is described. One embodiment includes a method for voice and data communication, the method comprising connecting to a session server; receiving a voice call from an end-user; receiving an end-user phone number for the end-user; transmitting a session request to the session server, wherein the session request is based on the end-user phone number; and communicating with the end-user over a session established through the session server.
A monolithic frame for optics used in interferometers where the material of the monolithic frame may have a substantially different coefficient of thermal expansion from the beamsplitter and compensator without warping, bending or distorting the optics. This is accomplished through providing a securing apparatus holding the optics in place while isolating the expansion thereof from the expansion of the frame. Stability in optical alignment is therefore achieved without requiring a single material or materials of essentially identical coefficients of thermal expansion. The present invention provides stability in situations where it is not possible to utilize a single material for every component of the interferometer.
An improved mount for, and method of mounting an, optical structure is provided. The mount has a protruding member extending from a surface of the optical structure, a base element having a mounting structure for mounting the mount to another structure and an upper element extending from the base element having a first opening extending therethrough for receipt therein of at least a portion of the protruding member. The first opening defines first and second arms, each of the arms comprising a head portion and each of the head portions ending at an end. A second opening in the upper element extends through one of the head portions and the end thereof in a direction toward the other head portion, while a third opening exists in the upper element through the end of the other head portion in an orientation substantially opposite to and in communication with the second opening so that a tightening mechanism received through the second opening can be received into the third opening. Tightening of the tightening mechanism into the third opening causes the ends of the head portions to draw toward each other so that the first opening of the upper element tightens around the at least a portion of the protruding member.
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MOUNT FOR AN OPTICAL STRUCTURE AND METHOD FOR MOUNTING AN OPTICAL STRUCTURE USING SUCH MOUNT
An improved mount for, and method of mounting an, optical structure is provided. The mount has a protruding member extending from a surface of the optical structure, a base element having a mounting structure for mounting the mount to another structure and an upper element extending from the base element having a first opening extending therethrough for receipt therein of at least a portion of the protruding member. The first opening defines first and second arms, each of the arms comprising a head portion and each of the head portions ending at an end. A second opening in the upper element extends through one of the head portions and the end thereof in a direction toward the other head portion, while a third opening exists in the upper element through the end of the other head portion in an orientation substantially opposite to and in communication with the second opening so that a tightening mechanism received through the second opening can be received into the third opening. Tightening of the tightening mechanism into the third opening causes the ends of the head portions to draw toward each other so that the first opening of the upper element tightens around the at least a portion of the protruding member.
G02B 7/182 - Mountings, adjusting means, or light-tight connections, for optical elements for prismsMountings, adjusting means, or light-tight connections, for optical elements for mirrors for mirrors
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Mount for an optical structure and method of mounting an optical structure using such mount
An improved mount for, and method of mounting an, optical structure is provided, wherein the optical structure has at least one mounting surface. The mount has a mounting section with at least one surface extending therealong for receipt thereagainst of a portion of the at least one mounting surface of the optical structure. The at least one surface of the mounting section has at least one opening extending therethrough, or at least one cavity therein, for receipt of adhesive. The adhesive will at least partially fill the at least one opening/cavity and touch a portion of the at least one mounting surface of the optical structure in order to mount the optical structure. The method of mounting the optical structure to the mount comprises the steps of, forming the mount with at least one mounting section and at least one surface extending therealong, forming at least one opening/cavity in the at least one mounting section, either abutting a portion of the surface of the optical structure against the at least one surface of the at least one mounting section and then applying adhesive into the at least one opening of the at least one mounting section, or first applying adhesive into the at least one cavity and then abutting the optical structure thereagainst, and for either sequence, allowing the adhesive to dry within the at least one opening/cavity and touching the surface of the optical structure.
G02B 7/02 - Mountings, adjusting means, or light-tight connections, for optical elements for lenses
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