公开(公告)号：US20080079937A1

公开(公告)日：2008-04-03

申请号：US11865513

申请日：2007-10-01

Applicant: Theodore Goodson, III ,  Oleg Varnavski

Inventor： Theodore Goodson, III ,  Oleg Varnavski

IPC: G01J3/30

CPC classification number: G01J3/42 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/021 ,  G01N21/6402 ,  G01N21/643 ,  G01N2021/1793

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment includes an apparatus having an energy source for selectively directing a first energy toward a first material. The at least a portion of the first energy excites a preselected second material to an excited state where at least two photons of the first energy are absorbed by the molecule of the second material causing the molecule to emit a second energy at about a predetermined wavelength. The apparatus also includes a control system for directing the first energy toward the first material. The apparatus also includes a detector for detecting at least a portion of the emitted second energy when the detector is more than about 40 meters from the molecule.

Abstract translation: 示例性实施例包括具有用于选择性地将第一能量朝向第一材料引导的能量源的装置。 第一能量的至少一部分将预选的第二材料激发到激发态，其中第一能量的至少两个光子被第二材料的分子吸收，导致分子以约预定波长发射第二能量。 该装置还包括用于将第一能量引向第一材料的控制系统。 该装置还包括检测器，用于当检测器距离分子超过约40米时，检测发射的第二能量的至少一部分。

公开(公告)号：US07339660B1

公开(公告)日：2008-03-04

申请号：US11564622

申请日：2006-11-29

Applicant: Avi P. Cohn ,  Larry H. Mack, Jr.

Inventor： Avi P. Cohn ,  Larry H. Mack, Jr.

IPC: G01N21/00 ,  G01J3/50 ,  B07C5/342

CPC classification number: G01J3/02 ,  B07C5/3427 ,  B07C5/368 ,  G01J3/021 ,  G01J3/46 ,  G01J3/463 ,  G01J3/50 ,  G01J3/501 ,  G01N21/85 ,  G01N21/8806

Abstract: An illumination device for use with a product inspection machine inspecting products according to at least one characteristic. The invention also pertains to an illumination device for use in sorting machines that optically sort or separate nonstandard fungible objects from standard objects as they pass a viewing station by viewing such objects illuminated by at least one wavelength. The invention includes a plurality of arrays of semiconductor light sources impinging on passing product and at least one array of semiconductor light sources of wavelength and intensity equal to the plurality of arrays impinging on a background surface for detection and comparison.

Abstract translation: 一种与产品检验机一起使用的照明装置，根据至少一种特性检查产品。 本发明还涉及一种用于分类机器的照明装置，当将非标准可替换物体与标准物体进行光学分类或分离时，它们通过观察由至少一个波长照射的物体通过观察台。 本发明包括冲击穿过产品的多个半导体光源阵列和等于撞击在背景表面上用于检测和比较的多个阵列的至少一个波长和强度的半导体光源阵列。

公开(公告)号：US20080049304A1

公开(公告)日：2008-02-28

申请号：US11846513

申请日：2007-08-28

Applicant: Francis J. Deck

Inventor： Francis J. Deck

IPC: G02B3/00 ,  G02B17/00

CPC classification number: G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/021 ,  G01J3/0229 ,  G01J3/0237 ,  G01J3/024 ,  G01J3/0262

Abstract: In a spectrometer, preferably in a spectrometric microscope, input light is provided from a light source to a specimen via a source objective element (e.g., a Schwarzchild objective), and the aperture of the light source is matched to the aperture of the source objective element to maximize light throughput to the specimen. The light from the specimen is then collected at a collector objective element and delivered to a camera element, which in turn provides the light to a photosensitive detector. The apertures of the camera element and the collector objective element are also matched to maximize light throughput from the specimen to the detector. As a result, light loss from vignetting effects is reduced, improving the intensity and uniformity of illumination and the sensitivity and accuracy of spectral measurements.

Abstract translation: 在光谱仪中，优选在光谱显微镜中，通过源物体元件（例如，施瓦茨物镜）从光源向样本提供输入光，并且光源的孔径与源物镜的孔径相匹配 元素以最大化样品的光通量。 然后将来自样品的光收集在收集器目标元件处并传送到相机元件，照相机元件又将光提供给光敏检测器。 相机元件和收集器目标元件的孔也匹配，以使从样品到检测器的光通量最大化。 结果，减少晕影效应的光损失，提高照明的强度和均匀性以及光谱测量的灵敏度和准确性。

公开(公告)号：US20080049293A1

公开(公告)日：2008-02-28

申请号：US11846508

申请日：2007-08-28

Applicant: Francis J. Deck

Inventor： Francis J. Deck

IPC: G02F1/01

CPC classification number: G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/021 ,  G01J3/0229 ,  G01J3/0237 ,  G01J3/024 ,  G01J3/0262

Abstract: In a spectrometer, preferably in a spectrometric microscope, light from a specimen is collected at a collector objective element and delivered to a camera element, which in turn provides the light to a photosensitive detector. A focal plane is provided between the collector objective element and the camera element, and one or more aperture arrays may be situated in the focal plane to restrict the detector's field of view of the specimen to the areas within the apertures. By utilizing aperture arrays with apertures of different sizes and shapes, the spatial resolution of the spectrometer readings may be varied without the need to vary the optics of the spectrometer. As a result, if the optics are optimized to minimize vignetting, spatial resolution may be varied without adverse increases in vignetting.

Abstract translation: 在光谱仪中，优选在光谱显微镜中，将来自样本的光收集在收集器目标元件处并传送到相机元件，照相机元件又将光提供给光敏检测器。 焦平面设置在收集器目标元件和相机元件之间，并且一个或多个孔阵列可以位于焦平面中，以将检测器的视场的视野限制在孔内的区域内。 通过利用具有不同尺寸和形状的孔的孔径阵列，可以改变光谱仪读数的空间分辨率，而不需要改变光谱仪的光学器件。 结果，如果光学器件被优化以最小化渐晕，则可以改变空间分辨率而不增加渐晕。

公开(公告)号：US20080042071A1

公开(公告)日：2008-02-21

申请号：US11800026

申请日：2007-05-03

Applicant: Dale Harrison

Inventor： Dale Harrison

IPC: G01N21/33

CPC classification number: G01J3/2803 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/021 ,  G01J3/0232 ,  G01J3/027 ,  G01J3/0286 ,  G01J3/0291 ,  G01J3/08 ,  G01J3/10 ,  G01J3/28 ,  G01J3/2823 ,  G01J3/36 ,  G01J3/42 ,  G01J3/4531 ,  G01N21/211 ,  G01N21/274 ,  G01N21/33 ,  G01N21/47 ,  G01N21/55 ,  G01N21/9501 ,  G01N2021/335

Abstract: A spectroscopy system is provided which is optimized for operation in the VUV region and capable of performing well in the DUV-NIR region. Additionally, the system incorporates an optical module which presents selectable sources and detectors optimized for use in the VUV and DUV-NIR. As well, the optical module provides common delivery and collection optics to enable measurements in both spectral regions to be collected using similar spot properties. The module also provides a means of quickly referencing measured data so as to ensure that highly repeatable results are achieved. The module further provides a controlled environment between the VUV source, sample chamber and VUV detector which acts to limit in a repeatable manner the absorption of VUV photons. The use of broad band data sets which encompass VUV wavelengths, in addition to the DUV-NIR wavelengths enables a greater variety of materials to be meaningfully characterized. Array based detection instrumentation may be exploited to permit the simultaneous collection of larger wavelength regions.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种光谱系统，其被优化用于在VUV区域中的操作并且能够在DUV-NIR区域中表现良好。 此外，该系统还包含一个光学模块，该模块提供可用于VUV和DUV-NIR中优化的可选择的源和检测器。 同样，光学模块提供通用的传送和收集光学器件，以使得能够使用类似的光点特性来收集两个光谱区域中的测量。 该模块还提供了快速参考测量数据的方法，以确保实现高度可重复的结果。 该模块还在VUV源，样品室和VUV检测器之间提供受控的环境，其作用是以可重复的方式限制VUV光子的吸收。 除了DUV-NIR波长之外，使用包含VUV波长的宽带数据集使得可以有意义地表征更多种类的材料。 可以利用基于阵列的检测仪器来允许同时收集更大的波长区域。

公开(公告)号：US07324196B2

公开(公告)日：2008-01-29

申请号：US11403564

申请日：2006-04-13

Applicant: Neil Goldstein ,  Pajo Vujkovic-Cvijin ,  Marsha J. Fox ,  Steven M. Adler-Golden ,  Jamine Lee ,  Jason A. Cline ,  Brian Gregor

Inventor： Neil Goldstein ,  Pajo Vujkovic-Cvijin ,  Marsha J. Fox ,  Steven M. Adler-Golden ,  Jamine Lee ,  Jason A. Cline ,  Brian Gregor

IPC: G01J3/28

CPC classification number: G01J3/2823 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/021 ,  G01J3/0229 ,  G01J3/14 ,  G01J3/18 ,  G01J3/2846

Abstract: A spectral encoder for producing spectrally selected images of a radiation field containing multiple spectral components. An imaging spectrograph defines a first optical path that produces from the input radiation field a spectrally dispersed image comprising multiple spectral components displaced along a dispersion direction. Spectral pass bands are encoded on the dispersed image by a programmable spatial light modulator using one or more spatial masks. The imaging spectrograph further defines a second optical path that reverses the spectral dispersion of the first path and produces a spectrally-encoded polychromatic output image containing only those spectral components encoded by the spatial mask. The first and second optical paths share a common dispersing element. A detector records at least one spatial region of the spectrally encoded output image.

Abstract translation: 用于产生包含多个光谱分量的辐射场的光谱选择图像的光谱编码器。 成像光谱仪定义从输入辐射场产生包括沿色散方向移位的多个光谱分量的光谱分散图像的第一光路。 光谱通过频带通过使用一个或多个空间掩模的可编程空间光调制器在分散图像上编码。 成像光谱仪进一步限定第二光路，其反转第一路径的光谱色散，并产生仅包含由空间掩模编码的那些光谱分量的光谱编码的多色输出图像。 第一和第二光路共享共同的分散元件。 检测器记录频谱编码的输出图像的至少一个空间区域。

公开(公告)号：US07317535B2

公开(公告)日：2008-01-08

申请号：US11221925

申请日：2005-09-09

Applicant: Pavel Cheben ,  Ian Powell ,  Siegfried Janz ,  Dan-Xia Xu

Inventor： Pavel Cheben ,  Ian Powell ,  Siegfried Janz ,  Dan-Xia Xu

IPC: G01B9/02

CPC classification number: G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0205 ,  G01J3/021 ,  G01J3/024 ,  G01J3/0256 ,  G01J3/14 ,  G01J3/18 ,  G01J3/4531 ,  G01J3/4532 ,  G02B6/12019

Abstract: A spectroscopic method and system for the spectral analysis of an optical signal directed to a wavelength dispersive component having two interleaved dispersive devices. For a single wavelength, the optical signal exiting the interleaved dispersive devices includes two wavefronts generally disposed at an angle to one another and producing an interference pattern. The interference pattern is detected and subsequently analyzed via a Fourier transform to produce the optical spectrum of the input beam. The method and system are applicable in a planar waveguide environment, in reflection and transmission geometries.

Abstract translation: 用于对具有两个交错色散装置的波长色散分量的光信号进行光谱分析的光谱方法和系统。 对于单个波长，离开交错色散装置的光信号包括通常以彼此成角度地设置并产生干涉图案的两个波前。 通过傅立叶变换来检测并随后分析干涉图案以产生输入光束的光谱。 该方法和系统适用于平面波导环境，反射和透射几何形状。

公开(公告)号：US20070296969A1

公开(公告)日：2007-12-27

申请号：US11403564

申请日：2006-04-13

Applicant: Neil Goldstein ,  Pajo Vujkovic-Cvijin ,  Marsha Fox ,  Steven Adler-Golden ,  Jamine Lee ,  Jason Cline ,  Brian Gregor

Inventor： Neil Goldstein ,  Pajo Vujkovic-Cvijin ,  Marsha Fox ,  Steven Adler-Golden ,  Jamine Lee ,  Jason Cline ,  Brian Gregor

IPC: G01J3/28

CPC classification number: G01J3/2823 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/0208 ,  G01J3/021 ,  G01J3/0229 ,  G01J3/14 ,  G01J3/18 ,  G01J3/2846

Abstract: A spectral encoder for producing spectrally selected images of a radiation field containing multiple spectral components. An imaging spectrograph defines a first optical path that produces from the input radiation field a spectrally dispersed image comprising multiple spectral components displaced along a dispersion direction. Spectral pass bands are encoded on the dispersed image by a programmable spatial light modulator using one or more spatial masks. The imaging spectrograph further defines a second optical path that reverses the spectral dispersion of the first path and produces a spectrally-encoded polychromatic output image containing only those spectral components encoded by the spatial mask. The first and second optical paths share a common dispersing element. A detector records at least one spatial region of the spectrally encoded output image.

Abstract translation: 用于产生包含多个光谱分量的辐射场的光谱选择图像的光谱编码器。 成像光谱仪定义从输入辐射场产生包括沿色散方向移位的多个光谱分量的光谱分散图像的第一光路。 光谱通过频带通过使用一个或多个空间掩模的可编程空间光调制器在分散图像上编码。 成像光谱仪进一步限定第二光路，其反转第一路径的光谱色散，并产生仅包含由空间掩模编码的那些光谱分量的光谱编码的多色输出图像。 第一和第二光路共享共同的分散元件。 检测器记录频谱编码的输出图像的至少一个空间区域。

公开(公告)号：US20070285659A1

公开(公告)日：2007-12-13

申请号：US11810873

申请日：2007-06-07

Applicant: Yung-Chieh Hsieh ,  Chiayu Ai

Inventor： Yung-Chieh Hsieh ,  Chiayu Ai

IPC: G01J3/06 ,  G01J3/28

CPC classification number: G01J3/06 ,  G01J3/02 ,  G01J3/021 ,  G01J3/0289 ,  G01J3/2889 ,  G01J3/32 ,  G01J2003/1243

Abstract: An optical spectrum analyzer is implemented with a detector combined with a tunable filter mounted on a stage capable of 360-degree rotation at a constant velocity. Because of the constant rate of angular change, different portions of the input spectrum are detected at each increment of time as a function of filter position, which can be easily measured with an encoder for synchronization purposes. The unidirectional motion of the mirror permits operation at very high speeds with great mechanical reliability. The same improvements may be obtained using a diffraction grating or a prism, in which case the detector or an intervening mirror may be rotated instead of the grating or prism.

Abstract translation: 光谱分析仪采用与安装在能够以恒定速度360度旋转的平台上的可调滤波器组合的检测器。 由于角度变化的恒定速率，输入频谱的不同部分在每个增量时间上被检测为滤波器位置的函数，这可以通过编码器容易地用于同步目的来测量。 镜子的单向运动允许以非常高的速度运行，具有很大的机械可靠性。 可以使用衍射光栅或棱镜获得相同的改进，在这种情况下，可以旋转检测器或中间镜来代替光栅或棱镜。

公开(公告)号：US07297934B2

公开(公告)日：2007-11-20

申请号：US11151594

申请日：2005-06-13

Applicant: David M. Kane

Inventor： David M. Kane

IPC: G01D5/30 ,  G01J1/44 ,  H01J40/14

CPC classification number: G01S17/89 ,  G01J3/021 ,  G01J3/0256 ,  G01J3/0289 ,  G01S17/023 ,  G02B26/0833 ,  G02B26/105

Abstract: In preferred forms of the invention an array of MEMS mirrors or small mirrors inside an optical system operates closed-loop. These mirrors direct external source light, or internally generated light, onto an object—and detect light reflected from it onto a detector that senses the source. Local sensors measure mirror angles relative to the system. Sensor and detector outputs yield source location relative to the system. One preferred mode drives the MEMS mirrors, and field of view seen by the detector, in a raster, collecting a 2-D or 3-D image of the scanned region. Energy reaching the detector can be utilized to analyze object characteristics, or with an optional active distance-detecting module create 2- or 3-D images, based on the object's reflection of light back to the system. In some applications, a response can be generated. The invention can detect sources and locations for various applications.

Abstract translation: 在本发明的优选形式中，光学系统内的MEMS镜或小镜的阵列操作闭环。 这些镜子将外部光源或内部产生的光线直接引导到物体上，并将从其反射的光检测到感测光源的检测器上。 本地传感器测量相对于系统的镜面角度。 传感器和检测器输出产生相对于系统的源位置。 一种优选的方式是在光栅中驱动MEMS反射镜和检测器所看到的视野，收集扫描区域的2-D或3-D图像。 可以利用到达检测器的能量来分析物体特征，或者通过可选的有源距离检测模块，基于物体反射回系统的光线来创建2或3-D图像。 在某些应用中，可以产生响应。 本发明可以检测各种应用的源和位置。