公开(公告)号：US20090126792A1

公开(公告)日：2009-05-21

申请号：US11941851

申请日：2007-11-16

Applicant: Russell Wayne Gruhlke ,  Gang Xu ,  Marc Maurice Mignard ,  Ion Bita ,  Marek Mienko ,  Lai Wang ,  Jonathan Charles Griffiths ,  Manish Kothari ,  Kasra Khazeni

Inventor： Russell Wayne Gruhlke ,  Gang Xu ,  Marc Maurice Mignard ,  Ion Bita ,  Marek Mienko ,  Lai Wang ,  Jonathan Charles Griffiths ,  Manish Kothari ,  Kasra Khazeni

IPC: H01L31/00 ,  H01S4/00

CPC classification number: H01L31/0547 ,  F24S23/12 ,  F24S2023/88 ,  G02B6/0036 ,  G02B6/0038 ,  G02B6/0076 ,  Y02B10/20 ,  Y02E10/40 ,  Y02E10/52 ,  Y10T29/49002

Abstract: In various embodiments described herein, a device comprising a light guiding layer optically coupled to a photocell is described. A plurality of surface features are formed on one the surface of the light guiding layer. The surface features can comprise facets that are angled with respect to each other. Light incident on the surface of the light guide is redirected by the surface features and guided through the light guide by multiple total internal reflections. The guided light is directed towards a photocell.

Abstract translation: 在本文描述的各种实施例中，描述了包括光耦合到光电池的导光层的装置。 多个表面特征形成在导光层的一个表面上。 表面特征可以包括相对于彼此成角度的面。 入射在光导表面上的光被表面特征重新导向，并通过多个全内反射引导通过光导。 引导光朝向光电管。

公开(公告)号：US20090103166A1

公开(公告)日：2009-04-23

申请号：US12255423

申请日：2008-10-21

Applicant: Kasra Khazeni ,  Manish Kothari ,  Marc Mignard ,  Gang Xu ,  Russell W. Gruhlke

Inventor： Kasra Khazeni ,  Manish Kothari ,  Marc Mignard ,  Gang Xu ,  Russell W. Gruhlke

IPC: G02B26/00

CPC classification number: G02B26/001 ,  G02B5/281

Abstract: Modulator devices are selectably adjustable between at least two states, wherein the transmission and/or reflection of particular wavelengths of light are modified. Certain modulator devices are substantially uniformly adjustable over a wide range of wavelengths, including visible and infrared wavelengths. Other modulator devices are adjustable over visible wavelengths without significantly affecting infrared wavelengths. In addition, the modulator devices may be used in conjunction with fixed thin film reflective structures.

Abstract translation: 调制器装置可选地在至少两种状态之间可调节，其中特定波长的光的透射和/或反射被修改。 某些调制器器件在宽范围的波长（包括可见光和红外波长）上基本均匀地可调。 其他调制器器件可在可见波长上调节，而不会显着影响红外波长。 此外，调制器装置可以与固定薄膜反射结构结合使用。

公开(公告)号：US20090080058A1

公开(公告)日：2009-03-26

申请号：US12220947

申请日：2008-07-29

Applicant: Manish Kothari ,  Gaurav Sethi ,  Jonathan C. Griffiths ,  Eric Worthington

Inventor： Manish Kothari ,  Gaurav Sethi ,  Jonathan C. Griffiths ,  Eric Worthington

IPC: G02B26/00

CPC classification number: G02B26/001 ,  G02B3/0043 ,  G02B3/0056 ,  G02B5/045

Abstract: The color reflected by an interferometric modulator may vary as a function of the angle of view. A range of colors are thus viewable by rotating the interferometric modulator relative to an observer. By placing a textured layer between an observer and an interferometric modulator, a pattern which includes the range of colors may be viewed by the observer, and the range of colors may thus be viewable from a single viewing angle.

Abstract translation: 由干涉式调制器反射的颜色可以根据视角的函数而变化。 因此，可以通过相对于观察者旋转干涉式调制器来观看范围的颜色。 通过在观察者和干涉式调制器之间放置纹理层，可以由观察者观看包括颜色范围的图案，并且因此可以从单个视角看到颜色的范围。

公开(公告)号：US20090015579A1

公开(公告)日：2009-01-15

申请号：US11777123

申请日：2007-07-12

Applicant: Ramez Nachman ,  Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

Inventor： Ramez Nachman ,  Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

IPC: G06F3/038

CPC classification number: G09G3/3466 ,  G02B26/001 ,  G09G3/2092 ,  G09G2320/041 ,  G09G2320/048

Abstract: The invention comprises systems and methods for adjusting a driving voltage based on relaxation information of a movable reflective layer of an interferometric modulator. In one example, a device for driving a MEMS device having a movable reflective layer comprises a sensing unit configured to generate information related to one or more of time, environmental exposure, and frame rate of a movable reflective layer of at least one MEMS device, and a driver circuit configured to apply voltages to drive said at least one MEMS device, said voltages being based at least in part on said information.

Abstract translation: 本发明包括基于干涉式调制器的可移动反射层的松弛信息来调节驱动电压的系统和方法。 在一个示例中，用于驱动具有可移动反射层的MEMS器件的装置包括感测单元，其被配置为产生与至少一个MEMS器件的可移动反射层的时间，环境曝光和帧速率中的一个或多个相关的信息， 以及被配置为施加电压以驱动所述至少一个MEMS器件的驱动器电路，所述电压至少部分地基于所述信息。

公开(公告)号：US20080319487A1

公开(公告)日：2008-12-25

申请号：US12106103

申请日：2008-04-18

Applicant: Louis Fielding ,  Ian Bennett ,  Manish Kothari ,  Todd Alamin ,  Hugues Malandain ,  Craig Litherland ,  Colin Cahill

Inventor： Louis Fielding ,  Ian Bennett ,  Manish Kothari ,  Todd Alamin ,  Hugues Malandain ,  Craig Litherland ,  Colin Cahill

IPC: A61B17/70

CPC classification number: A61B17/7062 ,  A61B17/7053 ,  A61B17/7067 ,  A61B2090/064

Abstract: A system for restricting spinal flexion includes superior and inferior tether structures joined by a pair of compliance members. Compliance members comprise tension members which apply a relatively low elastic tension on the tether structures. By placing the tether structures on or over adjacent spinous processes, flexion of a spinal segment can be controlled in order to reduce pain.

Abstract translation: 用于限制脊柱屈曲的系统包括由一对顺应性构件连接的上部和下部系绳结构。 合规构件包括在系绳结构上施加相对较低的弹性张力的张力构件。 通过将系绳结构置于相邻的棘突之上或之上，可以控制脊椎节段的屈曲以减轻疼痛。

公开(公告)号：US07443563B2

公开(公告)日：2008-10-28

申请号：US11653088

申请日：2007-01-12

Applicant: Lauren Palmateer ,  Brian J. Gally ,  William J. Cummings ,  Manish Kothari ,  Clarence Chui

Inventor： Lauren Palmateer ,  Brian J. Gally ,  William J. Cummings ,  Manish Kothari ,  Clarence Chui

IPC: G02F1/03

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 is provided and a desiccant is applied to 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。 设置背板，并将干燥剂施加到背板上。 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。

公开(公告)号：USRE40436E1

公开(公告)日：2008-07-15

申请号：US11176878

申请日：2005-07-07

Applicant: Manish Kothari ,  Clarence Chui

Inventor： Manish Kothari ,  Clarence Chui

IPC: B32B3/10

CPC classification number: B81B7/0041 ,  B81C2203/019 ,  Y10T428/162 ,  Y10T428/166 ,  Y10T428/239 ,  Y10T428/24777 ,  Y10T428/2852

Abstract: An electronic display screen is created by processing a mirror on a substrate glass. A back plate glass is then placed on top of the substrate glass and sealed to the back plate glass. A hermetic seal that includes an adhesive mixed with zeolites is disclosed. The hermetic seal can seal the back plate glass with the substrate glass. The application of the hermetic seal is not limited to the electronic display screen. Rather, the hermetic seal can be used to seal a variety of surfaces including metals, polymers, plastics, alloys, ceramics and the like.

Abstract translation: 通过在基板玻璃上处理反射镜来创建电子显示屏。 然后将背板玻璃放置在基板玻璃的顶部上并密封到背板玻璃上。 公开了一种包含与沸石混合的粘合剂的气密密封。 气密密封可用基板玻璃密封背板玻璃。 气密密封的应用不限于电子显示屏。 相反，气密密封可用于密封包括金属，聚合物，塑料，合金，陶瓷等的各种表面。

公开(公告)号：US20080130082A1

公开(公告)日：2008-06-05

申请号：US11566172

申请日：2006-12-01

Applicant: Manish Kothari ,  Fritz Y.F. Su ,  Bangalore Natarajan ,  Nassim Khonsari

Inventor： Manish Kothari ,  Fritz Y.F. Su ,  Bangalore Natarajan ,  Nassim Khonsari

IPC: B81B7/04 ,  B81C1/00

CPC classification number: G02B26/001

Abstract: Methods for forming a MEMS display device are provided. In one embodiment, a transparent substrate comprising an array of MEMS devices (e.g., interferometric modulators) formed thereon is annealed following removal of a sacrificial silicon layer. The array is subsequently encapsulated with a backplate comprising a desiccant. MEMS devices disposed below the desiccant have an offset voltage substantially equal to zero.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于形成MEMS显示装置的方法。 在一个实施例中，包括形成在其上的MEMS器件阵列（例如，干涉式调制器）的透明衬底在去除牺牲硅层之后退火。 阵列随后用包含干燥剂的背板封装。 设置在干燥剂下方的MEMS器件具有基本上等于零的偏移电压。

公开(公告)号：US20070279729A1

公开(公告)日：2007-12-06

申请号：US11444567

申请日：2006-06-01

Applicant: Manish Kothari ,  Lior Kogut ,  Jeffrey B. Sampsell

Inventor： Manish Kothari ,  Lior Kogut ,  Jeffrey B. Sampsell

IPC: G02B26/00

CPC classification number: G02B26/001

Abstract: A microelectromechanical system (MEMS) device includes a first electrode, a second electrode electrically insulated from the first electrode, and a third electrode electrically insulated from the first electrode and the second electrode. The MEMS device also includes a support structure which separates the first electrode from the second electrode and a reflective element located and movable between a first position and a second position. The reflective element is in contact with a portion of the device when in the first position and is not in contact with the portion of the device when in the second position. An adhesive force is generated between the reflective element and the portion when the reflective element is in the first position. Voltages applied to the first electrode, the second electrode, and the third electrode at least partially reduce or counteract the adhesive force.

Abstract translation: 微机电系统（MEMS）装置包括第一电极，与第一电极电绝缘的第二电极和与第一电极和第二电极电绝缘的第三电极。 MEMS器件还包括将第一电极与第二电极分开的支撑结构和位于第一位置和第二位置之间并可移动的反射元件。 反射元件在处于第一位置时与装置的一部分接触，并且当处于第二位置时不与装置的部分接触。 当反射元件处于第一位置时，在反射元件和部分之间产生粘合力。 施加到第一电极，第二电极和第三电极的电压至少部分地减小或抵消粘附力。

公开(公告)号：US20070201038A1

公开(公告)日：2007-08-30

申请号：US11743594

申请日：2007-05-02

Applicant: William Cummings ,  Brian Gally ,  Manish Kothari

Inventor： William Cummings ,  Brian Gally ,  Manish Kothari

IPC: G01B9/02

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。