PACKAGING FOR AN INTERFEROMETRIC MODULATOR WITH A CURVED BACK PLATE
    211.
    发明申请
    PACKAGING FOR AN INTERFEROMETRIC MODULATOR WITH A CURVED BACK PLATE 有权
    具有弯曲背板的干涉式调制器的包装

    公开(公告)号:US20080164544A1

    公开(公告)日:2008-07-10

    申请号:US12019590

    申请日:2008-01-24

    CPC classification number: G02B26/001

    Abstract: A package is made of a transparent substrate having an interferometric modulator and a back plate. A non-hermetic seal joins the back plate to the substrate to form a package, and a desiccant resides inside the package. A method of packaging an interferometric modulator includes providing a transparent substrate and manufacturing an interferometric modulator array on a backside of the substrate. A back plate includes a curved portion relative to the substrate. The curved portion is substantially throughout the back plate. The back plate is sealed to the backside of the substrate with a back seal in ambient conditions, thereby forming a package.

    Abstract translation: 封装由具有干涉式调制器和背板的透明基板制成。 非气密密封件将背板连接到基板以形成包装,并且干燥剂驻留在包装内。 封装干涉式调制器的方法包括提供透明衬底并在衬底的背面制造干涉式调制器阵列。 背板包括相对于基板的弯曲部分。 弯曲部分基本上遍及后板。 背板在环境条件下用背密封件密封到基板的背面,由此形成封装。

    Electrical characterization of interferometric modulators
    213.
    发明授权
    Electrical characterization of interferometric modulators 失效
    干涉式调制器的电气特性

    公开(公告)号:US07289256B2

    公开(公告)日:2007-10-30

    申请号:US11097511

    申请日:2005-04-01

    CPC classification number: G09G3/006 G02B26/001 G09G3/3466

    Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and systems for testing the electrical characteristics of reflective displays, including interferometric modulator displays. In one embodiment, a controlled voltage is applied to conductive leads in the display and the resulting current is measured. The voltage may be controlled so as to ensure that interferometric modulators do not actuate during the resistance measurements. Also disclosed are methods for conditioning interferometric modulator display by applying a voltage waveform that causes actuation of interferometric modulators in the display.

    Abstract translation: 本文公开了用于测试反射显示器的电气特性的方法和系统,包括干涉式调制器显示器。 在一个实施例中,将受控电压施加到显示器中的导电引线,并且测量所得到的电流。 可以控制电压以确保在电阻测量期间干涉式调制器不起动。 还公开了通过施加使显示器中的干涉式调制器致动的电压波形来调节干涉式调制器显示的方法。

    Area array modulation and lead reduction in interferometric modulators
    214.
    发明授权
    Area array modulation and lead reduction in interferometric modulators 有权
    干涉式调制器的面阵阵列调制和引线减少

    公开(公告)号:US07196837B2

    公开(公告)日:2007-03-27

    申请号:US11150566

    申请日:2005-06-10

    Abstract: A light modulator is arranged as array of rows and columns of interferometric display elements. Each element is divided into sub-rows of sub-elements. Array connection lines transmit operating signals to the display elements, with one connection line corresponding to one row of display elements in the array. Sub-array connection lines electrically connect to each array connection line. Switches transmit the operating signals from each array connection line to the sub-rows to effect gray scale modulation.

    Abstract translation: 光调制器被布置为干涉式显示元件的行和列的阵列。 每个元素被划分成子行子元素。 阵列连接线将工作信号发送到显示元件,其中一条连接线对应于阵列中的一行显示元件。 子阵列连接线电连接到每个阵列连接线。 开关将来自每个阵列连接线的操作信号传输到子行以实现灰度调制。

    Method and device for selective adjustment of hysteresis window

    公开(公告)号:US20060077520A1

    公开(公告)日:2006-04-13

    申请号:US11193012

    申请日:2005-07-29

    CPC classification number: G02B26/001

    Abstract: The width and location of a hysteresis window of an interferometric modulator may be altered by adjusting various physical characteristics of the interferometric modulator. Thus, depending on the particular application for which the interferometric modulators are manufactured, the width and location of the hysteresis window may be altered. For example, in some applications, reducing the power required to operate an array of interferometric modulators may be an important consideration. In other applications, the speed of the interferometric modulators may be of more importance, where the speed of an interferometric modulator, as used herein, refers to the speed of actuating and relaxing the moveable mirror. In other applications, the cost and ease of manufacturing may be of most importance. Systems and methods are introduced that allow selection of a width and location of a hysteresis window by adjusting various physical characteristics.

    Device and method for display memory using manipulation of mechanical response

    公开(公告)号:US20060077505A1

    公开(公告)日:2006-04-13

    申请号:US11112487

    申请日:2005-04-22

    CPC classification number: G02B26/001 G09G3/3466 G09G2310/06 G09G2320/0252

    Abstract: Embodiments of an exemplary MEMS interferometric modulator comprise a movable layer and a fixed layer separated by an air gap. A driving scheme employs row/column actuation protocols which maintain voltages to the MEMS interferometric modulator that are above or below the voltage range necessary to place the MEMS interferometric modulator within a “hysteresis window” or “stability window.” Stable operation of the MEMS interferometric modulator is achieved by selecting mechanical design features that optimize the actuation and release times of the interferometric modulator. Some of the features affecting the release and actuation times include altering post spacing, altering internal stress or tension of the movable layer, altering the thickness or composition of the movable layer, altering the bulkiness of the tethers, perforating the movable layer and providing vias in the fixed layer.

    Method and system for packaging MEMS devices with incorporated getter
    217.
    发明申请
    Method and system for packaging MEMS devices with incorporated getter 审中-公开
    封装带有吸气剂的MEMS器件的方法和系统

    公开(公告)号:US20060076634A1

    公开(公告)日:2006-04-13

    申请号:US11102554

    申请日:2005-04-08

    CPC classification number: B81B7/0038 B81C2203/019 G02B26/001

    Abstract: Methods and systems for packaging MEMS devices such as interferometric modulator arrays are disclosed. One embodiment of a MEMS device package structure includes a seal with a chemically reactant getter. Another embodiment of a MEMS device package comprises a primary seal with a getter, and a secondary seal proximate an outer periphery of the primary seal. Yet another embodiment of a MEMS device package comprises a getter positioned inside the MEMS device package and proximate an inner periphery of the package seal.

    Abstract translation: 公开了用于封装诸如干涉式调制器阵列之类的MEMS装置的方法和系统。 MEMS器件封装结构的一个实施例包括具有化学反应物吸气剂的密封。 MEMS器件封装的另一实施例包括具有吸气剂的主密封件和靠近主密封件的外周边的次级密封件。 MEMS器件封装的另一个实施例包括位于MEMS器件封装内部并且靠近封装密封件的内周边的吸气剂。

    Method and system for sensing light using interferometric elements
    218.
    发明申请
    Method and system for sensing light using interferometric elements 失效
    使用干涉测量元件感测光的方法和系统

    公开(公告)号:US20060066876A1

    公开(公告)日:2006-03-30

    申请号:US11066724

    申请日:2005-02-24

    Applicant: Manish Kothari

    Inventor: Manish Kothari

    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the invention provide a light sensor comprising at least one interferometric element that absorbs light in at least one wavelength. The interferometric element comprises a first surface and a second surface substantially parallel to the first surface. The second surface is spaced a gap distance from the first surface in a direction substantially perpendicular to the first surface. The light wavelength absorbed is dependent on the gap distance. The interferometric element further comprises a temperature sensor. The temperature sensor is responsive to changes in temperature of at least a portion of the interferometric element due to absorption of light by the interferometric element.

    Abstract translation: 本发明的某些实施例提供一种光传感器,其包括吸收至少一个波长的光的至少一个干涉测量元件。 干涉测量元件包括基本上平行于第一表面的第一表面和第二表面。 第二表面在基本上垂直于第一表面的方向上与第一表面间隔开间隙。 吸收的光波长取决于间隙距离。 干涉测量元件还包括温度传感器。 由于干涉测量元件的光吸收,温度传感器响应干涉测量元件的至少一部分的温度变化。

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