公开(公告)号：US5689415A

公开(公告)日：1997-11-18

申请号：US343454

申请日：1996-01-23

Applicant: Jean Andre Calotychos ,  Mark Miles ,  John Mather McBride

Inventor： Jean Andre Calotychos ,  Mark Miles ,  John Mather McBride

IPC: B05B12/00 ,  G05B19/05 ,  G05B19/418 ,  G05B11/32

CPC classification number: G05B19/052 ,  G05B19/41835 ,  G05B19/41845 ,  G05B2219/31323 ,  G05B2219/32096 ,  G05B2219/32124 ,  G05B2219/32125 ,  G05B2219/32128 ,  G05B2219/32129 ,  G05B2219/32147 ,  G05B2219/32161 ,  G05B2219/34304 ,  G05B2219/35291 ,  G05B2219/36011 ,  G05B2219/36139 ,  G05B2219/36231 ,  Y02P90/12 ,  Y02P90/16 ,  Y02P90/24

Abstract: Intelligent data storing apparatus for use in a control system comprising at least one programmable logic controller (PLC) for controlling one or more devices to perform a process, the process having a number of variants. The apparatus comprises means for receiving a data request including a code designating a process variant and a code indicative of one or more designated devices requiring control in order to implement the process variant; a database dictionary defining a tree structure relating operational data elements to particular variants of the process and particular devices; and means for retrieving operational data elements from the database using pathnames corresponding to the structure specified in the database dictionary and for formulating the retrieved data into a block having a predetermined structure for outputting to the PLC.

Abstract translation: PCT No.PCT / GB93 / 01155 Sec。 371日期1994年12月9日第 102（e）日期1994年12月9日PCT Filed 1993年6月1日PCT公布。 出版物WO93 / 24870 日期1993年12月9日用于控制系统的智能数据存储装置，包括至少一个用于控制一个或多个设备执行过程的可编程逻辑控制器（PLC），该过程具有多个变体。 该装置包括用于接收数据请求的装置，该数据请求包括指定过程变体的代码和指示要实施​​该过程变体的一个或多个指定设备的代码的代码; 定义将操作数据元素与过程和特定设备的特定变体相关联的树结构的数据库字典; 以及用于使用与数据库字典中指定的结构相对应的路径名从数据库检索操作数据元素的装置，以及用于将所检索的数据编制成具有用于输出到PLC的预定结构的块。

公开(公告)号：US08682130B2

公开(公告)日：2014-03-25

申请号：US13231640

申请日：2011-09-13

Applicant: Lauren Palmateer ,  William J. Cummings ,  Brian Gally ,  Mark Miles ,  Jeffrey B. Sampsell ,  Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

Inventor： Lauren Palmateer ,  William J. Cummings ,  Brian Gally ,  Mark Miles ,  Jeffrey B. Sampsell ,  Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

IPC: G02B6/00 ,  G02B26/00 ,  G02B26/08

CPC classification number: G02B26/007 ,  B81B2201/047 ,  B81C1/00285 ,  B81C1/00333 ,  B81C2203/0136 ,  B81C2203/0145 ,  G02B26/001 ,  G02B26/0825 ,  G02B26/0833

Abstract: A package structure and method of packaging for an interferometric modulator. A thin film material is deposited over an interferometric modulator and transparent substrate to encapsulate the interferometric modulator. A gap or cavity between the interferometric modulator and the thin film provides a space in which mechanical parts of the interferometric modulator may move. The gap is created by removal of a sacrificial layer that is deposited over the interferometric modulator.

Abstract translation: 用于干涉式调制器的封装结构和封装方法。 在干涉式调制器和透明衬底上沉积薄膜材料以封装干涉式调制器。 干涉式调制器和薄膜之间的间隙或腔提供干涉式调制器的机械部分可以移动的空间。 通过去除沉积在干涉式调制器上的牺牲层产生间隙。

公开(公告)号：US20080088908A1

公开(公告)日：2008-04-17

申请号：US11841833

申请日：2007-08-20

Applicant: Mark Miles

Inventor： Mark Miles

IPC: G02B26/00

CPC classification number: G02B26/001 ,  G02F1/19 ,  H01Q9/26

Abstract: Light in the visible spectrum is modulated using an array of modulation elements, and control circuitry connected to the array for controlling each of the modulation elements independently, each of the modulation elements having a surface which is caused to exhibit a predetermined impedance characteristic to particular frequencies of light. The amplitude of light delivered by each of the modulation elements is controlled independently by pulse code modulation. Each modulation element has a deformable portion held under tensile stress, and the control circuitry controls the deformation of the deformable portion. Each deformable element has a deformation mechanism and an optical portion, the deformation mechanism and the optical portion independently imparting to the element respectively a controlled deformation characteristic and a controlled modulation characteristic. The deformable modulation element may be a non-metal. The elements are made by forming a sandwich of two layers and a sacrificial layer between them, the sacrificial layer having a thickness related to the final cavity dimension, and using water or an oxygen based plasma to remove the sacrificial layer.

公开(公告)号：US20080088904A1

公开(公告)日：2008-04-17

申请号：US11841741

申请日：2007-08-20

Applicant: Mark Miles

Inventor： Mark Miles

IPC: G02B26/02

CPC classification number: G02F1/19 ,  G02B26/001 ,  G06F3/1431 ,  G06F3/1446 ,  G06F3/147 ,  G09G3/001 ,  G09G3/2014 ,  G09G3/2074 ,  G09G3/2077 ,  G09G3/22 ,  G09G3/3433 ,  G09G3/3466 ,  G09G5/02 ,  G09G2300/0408 ,  G09G2300/0842 ,  G09G2300/088 ,  H04N9/045

Abstract: Light in the visible spectrum is modulated using an array of modulation elements, and control circuitry connected to the array for controlling each of the modulation elements independently, each of the modulation elements having a surface which is caused to exhibit a predetermined impedance characteristic to particular frequencies of light. The amplitude of light delivered by each of the modulation elements is controlled independently by pulse code modulation. Each modulation element has a deformable portion held under tensile stress, and the control circuitry controls the deformation of the deformable portion. Each deformable element has a deformation mechanism and an optical portion, the deformation mechanism and the optical portion independently imparting to the element respectively a controlled deformation characteristic and a controlled modulation characteristic. The deformable modulation element may be a non-metal. The elements are made by forming a sandwich of two layers and a sacrificial layer between them, the sacrificial layer having a thickness related to the final cavity dimension, and using water or an oxygen based plasma to remove the sacrificial layer.

Abstract translation: 在可见光谱中的光被调制使用调制元件的阵列，以及连接到阵列的控制电路，用于独立地控制每个调制元件，每个调制元件具有表现出特定频率的预定阻抗特性的表面 的光。 每个调制元件传送的光的幅度由脉冲编码调制独立地控制。 每个调制元件具有保持在拉伸应力下的可变形部分，并且控制电路控制可变形部分的变形。 每个可变形元件具有变形机构和光学部分，变形机构和光学部分分别独立地赋予元件受控的变形特性和受控的调制特性。 可变形调制元件可以是非金属的。 这些元件通过形成两层的夹层和在它们之间的牺牲层制成，牺牲层具有与最终空腔尺寸相关的厚度，并且使用水或氧基等离子体去除牺牲层。

公开(公告)号：US20080088638A9

公开(公告)日：2008-04-17

申请号：US11584425

申请日：2006-10-20

Applicant: Mark Miles

Inventor： Mark Miles

IPC: G09G5/399

CPC classification number: G09G3/3466 ,  G02B26/001 ,  G02B26/0841 ,  G09G3/2014 ,  G09G2310/0278

Abstract: An interference modulator (Imod) incorporates anti-reflection coatings and/or micro-fabricated supplemental lighting sources. An efficient drive scheme is provided for matrix addressed arrays of IMods or other micromechanical devices. An improved color scheme provides greater flexibility. Electronic hardware can be field reconfigured to accommodate different display formats and/or application functions. An IMod's electromechanical behavior can be decoupled from its optical behavior. An improved actuation means is provided, some one of which may be hidden from view. An IMod or IMod array is fabricated and used in conjunction with a MEMS switch or switch array. An IMod can be used for optical switching and modulation. Some IMods incorporate 2-D and 3-D photonic structures. A variety of applications for the modulation of light are discussed. A MEMS manufacturing and packaging approach is provided based on a continuous web fed process. IMods can be used as test structures for the evaluation of residual stress in deposited materials.

Abstract translation: 干涉调制器（Imod）包含抗反射涂层和/或微制造补充光源。 为IMod或其他微机械设备的矩阵寻址阵列提供了有效的驱动方案。 改进的配色方案提供更大的灵活性。 电子硬件可以进行现场重新配置，以适应不同的显示格式和/或应用功能。 IMod的机电行为可以与其光学行为分离。 提供了一种改进的致动装置，其中一些可以隐藏在视野之内。 制造IMod或IMod阵列并与MEMS开关或开关阵列结合使用。 IMod可用于光开关和调制。 一些IMods包含2-D和3-D光子结构。 讨论了调制光的各种应用。 基于连续的网络馈送过程提供MEMS制造和封装方法。 可以将IMODs用作评估沉积材料残余应力的测试结构。

公开(公告)号：US20080080038A1

公开(公告)日：2008-04-03

申请号：US11868414

申请日：2007-10-05

Applicant: Mark Miles

Inventor： Mark Miles

IPC: G02F1/01

CPC classification number: G09G3/3466 ,  B82Y20/00 ,  G01J3/26 ,  G02B6/12 ,  G02B26/001 ,  G02B26/02 ,  G02B26/0833 ,  G02B26/0841 ,  G02B26/085 ,  G02B26/0858 ,  G02B27/01 ,  G02B27/0101 ,  G02B27/017 ,  G02B2006/12104 ,  G02B2027/0112 ,  G02B2027/0118 ,  G02F1/13725 ,  G02F1/216 ,  G02F2203/03 ,  G09G3/2074 ,  G09G2300/0452

Abstract: An Interferometric Modulator (IMod) is a microelectromechanical device for modulating light using interference. The colors of these devices may be determined in a spatial fashion, and their inherent color shift may be compensated for using several optical compensation mechanisms. Brightness, addressing, and driving of IMods may be accomplished in a variety of ways with appropriate packaging, and peripheral electronics which can be attached and/or fabricated using one of many techniques. The devices may be used in both embedded and directly perceived applications, the latter providing multiple viewing modes as well as a multitude of product concepts ranging in size from microscopic to architectural in scope.

Abstract translation: 干涉式调制器（IMod）是用于使用干扰来调制光的微机电装置。 可以以空间方式确定这些装置的颜色，并且可以使用若干光学补偿机构来补偿它们的固有色移。 IMods的亮度，寻址和驱动可以通过适当的包装以及可以使用许多技术之一附接和/或制造的外围电子装置以各种方式来实现。 这些设备可以在嵌入式和直接感知的应用中使用，后者提供多种观看模式以及从微观到结构范围内的大量产品概念。

公开(公告)号：US20080055706A1

公开(公告)日：2008-03-06

申请号：US11937437

申请日：2007-11-08

Applicant: CLARENCE CHUI ,  Mark Miles

Inventor： CLARENCE CHUI ,  Mark Miles

IPC: G02B26/00

CPC classification number: G02B26/001

Abstract: An interferometric light modulating device having two viewing surfaces is provided. In some embodiments, the device can generate two distinct images, one on each side of the device, simultaneously.

Abstract translation: 提供具有两个观察表面的干涉光调制装置。 在一些实施例中，设备可同时生成两个不同的图像，一个在设备的每一侧。

公开(公告)号：US20080026328A1

公开(公告)日：2008-01-31

申请号：US11830750

申请日：2007-07-30

Applicant: Mark Miles

Inventor： Mark Miles

IPC: G03C5/00

CPC classification number: G02B26/001 ,  B81B2201/042 ,  B81B2203/0315 ,  B81C1/00396 ,  B81C2201/0109 ,  B81C2203/0136

Abstract: The invention provides a microfabrication process which may be used to manufacture a MEMS device. The process comprises depositing one or a stack of layers on a base layer, said one layer or an uppermost layer in said stack of layers being a sacrificial layer; patterning said one or a stack of layers to provide at least one aperture therethrough through which said base layer is exposed; depositing a photosensitive layer over said one or a stack of layers; and passing light through said at least one aperture to expose said photosensitive layer.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了可用于制造MEMS装置的微细加工方法。 该方法包括在基底层上沉积一层或一叠层，所述层中的所述一层或最上层为牺牲层; 图案化所述一层或一叠层以提供穿过其中的所述基层暴露的至少一个孔; 在所述一层或一叠层上沉积感光层; 并使光通过所述至少一个孔以暴露所述感光层。

公开(公告)号：US20070247693A1

公开(公告)日：2007-10-25

申请号：US11679134

申请日：2007-02-26

Applicant: Mark Miles ,  Jeffrey Sampsell

Inventor： Mark Miles ,  Jeffrey Sampsell

IPC: B81B7/04 ,  B81C1/00 ,  G02F1/00

CPC classification number: B81C1/0023 ,  G02B26/001 ,  Y10T29/49002

Abstract: A MEMS-based display device is described, wherein an array of interferometric modulators are configured to reflect light through a transparent substrate. The transparent substrate is sealed to a backplate and the backplate can contain electronic circuitry for controlling the array of interferometric modulators. The backplate can provide physical support for device components, such as electronic components which can be used to control the state of the display. The backplate can also be utilized as a primary structural support for the device.

Abstract translation: 描述了基于MEMS的显示装置，其中干涉式调制器的阵列被配置为将光反射通过透明基板。 透明基板被密封到背板，并且背板可以包含用于控制干涉式调制器阵列的电子电路。 背板可以为诸如可用于控制显示器状态的电子部件等设备组件提供物理支持。 背板也可以用作设备的主要结构支撑。

公开(公告)号：US20070229936A1

公开(公告)日：2007-10-04

申请号：US11754229

申请日：2007-05-25

Applicant: Mark Miles

Inventor： Mark Miles

IPC: G02B26/00

CPC classification number: G02B26/085 ,  B82Y20/00 ,  G01J3/26 ,  G02B6/12 ,  G02B26/001 ,  G02B26/02 ,  G02B26/0833 ,  G02B26/0841 ,  G02B26/0858 ,  G02B27/01 ,  G02B27/017 ,  G02B2006/12104 ,  G02F1/13725 ,  G02F1/19 ,  G02F1/216 ,  G02F2203/03 ,  G06F3/1431 ,  G06F3/1446 ,  G06F3/147 ,  G09G3/001 ,  G09G3/2014 ,  G09G3/2074 ,  G09G3/2077 ,  G09G3/3466 ,  G09G5/02 ,  G09G2300/0408 ,  G09G2300/0452 ,  H01Q9/26

Abstract: An Interferometric Modulator (IMod) is a microelectromechanical device for modulating light using interference. The colors of these devices may be determined in a spatial fashion, and their inherent color shift may be compensated for using several optical compensation mechanisms. Brightness, addressing, and driving of IMods may be accomplished in a variety of ways with appropriate packaging, and peripheral electronics which can be attached and/or fabricated using one of many techniques. The devices may be used in both embedded and directly perceived applications, the latter providing multiple viewing modes as well as a multitude of product concepts ranging in size from microscopic to architectural in scope.

Abstract translation: 干涉式调制器（IMod）是用于使用干扰来调制光的微机电装置。 可以以空间方式确定这些装置的颜色，并且可以使用若干光学补偿机构来补偿它们的固有色移。 IMods的亮度，寻址和驱动可以通过适当的包装以及可以使用许多技术之一附接和/或制造的外围电子装置以各种方式来实现。 这些设备可以在嵌入式和直接感知的应用中使用，后者提供多种观看模式以及从微观到结构范围内的大量产品概念。