公开(公告)号：US20060066932A1

公开(公告)日：2006-03-30

申请号：US11090773

申请日：2005-03-25

Applicant: Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari ,  Brian Gally ,  Ming-Hau Tung

Inventor： Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari ,  Brian Gally ,  Ming-Hau Tung

IPC: G02F1/03

CPC classification number: G02B26/001 ,  B81B2201/042 ,  B81C1/00793 ,  B81C1/00801 ,  B81C2201/014

Abstract: The fabrication of a MEMS device such as an interferometric modulator is improved by employing an etch stop layer between a sacrificial layer and a mirror layer. The etch stop may reduce undesirable over-etching of the sacrificial layer and the mirror layer. The etch stop layer may also serve as a barrier layer, buffer layer, and/or template layer.

Abstract translation: 通过在牺牲层和镜层之间采用蚀刻停止层来改善诸如干涉式调制器之类的MEMS器件的制造。 蚀刻停止可减少对牺牲层和镜层的不希望的过蚀刻。 蚀刻停止层也可以用作阻挡层，缓冲层和/或模板层。

公开(公告)号：US20060066601A1

公开(公告)日：2006-03-30

申请号：US11178036

申请日：2005-07-08

Applicant: Manish Kothari ,  Clarence Chui ,  Gaurav Sethi ,  Jeffrey Sampsell

Inventor： Manish Kothari ,  Clarence Chui ,  Gaurav Sethi ,  Jeffrey Sampsell

IPC: G09G5/00

CPC classification number: G02B26/001 ,  G09G3/3466 ,  G09G5/395 ,  G09G2310/0275 ,  G09G2310/04

Abstract: Embodiments includes methods and systems for updating display devices at a variable refresh rate. One embodiment includes a method of updating an image displayed on a display device. The method includes setting an indicator to a first state that indicates that image data has been received subsequent to a previous update of a display device and periodically updating at least a portion of the display device to display the image. The updating is deferred for at least one period when the indicator is in a state other than the first state. In another embodiment, updates of the display are substantially asynchronous and occur as the processor writes data to one or more shift registers. When a shift register is filled, for example, having received data for a row within the display, the data in the shift register is written to the display. Other embodiments include methods of manufacturing such devices.

Abstract translation: 实施例包括用于以可变刷新速率更新显示设备的方法和系统。 一个实施例包括更新在显示装置上显示的图像的方法。 该方法包括将指示符设置为指示在先前更新显示设备之后已经接收到图像数据的第一状态，并周期性地更新显示设备的至少一部分以显示图像。 当指示符处于除第一状态之外的状态时，延迟至少一个周期。 在另一个实施例中，显示器的更新基本上是异步的，并且随着处理器将数据写入一个或多个移位寄存器而发生。 当移位寄存器被填充时，例如，已经在显示器内接收到一行的数据，移位寄存器中的数据被写入显示器。 其他实施例包括制造这种装置的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20060066559A1

公开(公告)日：2006-03-30

申请号：US11100762

申请日：2005-04-06

Applicant: Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

Inventor： Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

IPC: G09G3/34

CPC classification number: G09G3/3466 ,  G09G2300/06 ,  G09G2310/0245 ,  G09G2310/0254

Abstract: Charge balanced display data writing methods use write and hold cycles of opposite polarity during selected frame update periods. A release cycle may be provided to reduce the chance that a given display element wil become stuck in an actuated state.

Abstract translation: 电荷平衡显示数据写入方式在选定的帧更新周期内使用相反极性的写和保持周期。 可以提供释放循环以减少给定显示元件在致动状态下被卡住的机会。

公开(公告)号：US20050250235A1

公开(公告)日：2005-11-10

申请号：US11090911

申请日：2005-03-25

Applicant: Mark Miles ,  John Batey ,  Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari ,  Ming-Hau Tung

Inventor： Mark Miles ,  John Batey ,  Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari ,  Ming-Hau Tung

IPC: B81B3/00 ,  H01L21/00

CPC classification number: B81B3/0086 ,  B81C2201/0109 ,  B81C2201/014 ,  B81C2201/053 ,  G02B26/001

Abstract: In one embodiment, the invention provides a method for fabricating a microelectromechanical systems device. The method comprises fabricating a first layer comprising a film having a characteristic electromechanical response, and a characteristic optical response, wherein the characteristic optical response is desirable and the characteristic electromechanical response is undesirable; and modifying the characteristic electromechanical response of the first layer by at least reducing charge build up thereon during activation of the microelectromechanical systems device.

Abstract translation: 在一个实施例中，本发明提供一种用于制造微机电系统装置的方法。 该方法包括制造包括具有特征机电响应的膜的第一层和特征光学响应，其中特征光学响应是期望的，并且特征机电响应是不期望的; 以及通过在所述微机电系统装置的启动期间至少减少其上的电荷积累来修改所述第一层的特征机电响应。

公开(公告)号：US20050122560A1

公开(公告)日：2005-06-09

申请号：US10731989

申请日：2003-12-09

Applicant: Jeffrey Sampsell ,  Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

Inventor： Jeffrey Sampsell ,  Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

IPC: G09G3/20 ,  G09G3/34 ,  G02B26/00

CPC classification number: G09G3/3466 ,  G02B26/001 ,  G09G3/2074 ,  G09G3/2081 ,  G09G2300/06 ,  G09G2310/0267 ,  G09G2310/0297

Abstract: A light modulator is arranged as an 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。

公开(公告)号：US08514169B2

公开(公告)日：2013-08-20

申请号：US12578547

申请日：2009-10-13

Applicant: Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

Inventor： Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

IPC: G09G3/34

CPC classification number: G09G3/3466 ,  G09G2300/06 ,  G09G2310/0245 ,  G09G2310/0254

Abstract: Charge balanced display data writing systems, apparatuses, and methods use write and hold cycles of opposite polarity during selected frame update periods. A release cycle may be provided to reduce the chance that a given display element will become stuck in an actuated state.

Abstract translation: 电荷平衡显示数据写入系统，装置和方法在所选择的帧更新周期期间使用相反极性的写和保持周期。 可以提供释放循环以减少给定显示元件将被卡在致动状态的机会。

公开(公告)号：US08351793B2

公开(公告)日：2013-01-08

申请号：US12256242

申请日：2008-10-22

Applicant: Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

Inventor： Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

IPC: H04B10/00

CPC classification number: G02B6/4246 ,  G02B6/00 ,  G02B6/0016 ,  G02B6/0038 ,  H04B10/11 ,  H04B10/1149

Abstract: Devices and systems are provided for free space optical communication using optical films. Some embodiments involve using an optical film for the transmission and/or reception of light in a free space optical communication system. Some free space optical communication systems may involve devices, such as laptop computers, desktop computers, mobile communications devices, etc., that are configured for communication via an optical film. The optical film may be disposed on a device, on a wall, a window, furniture, etc., according to the implementation. Many types of free space optical communication systems are provided, including line of sight and non line of sight free space optical communication systems.

Abstract translation: 提供了使用光学膜的自由空间光通信的设备和系统。 一些实施例涉及在自由空间光通信系统中使用光学薄膜来发射和/或接收光。 一些自由空间光通信系统可以涉及经配置以经由光学膜进行通信的设备，例如膝上型计算机，台式计算机，移动通信设备等。 根据实施例，光学膜可以设置在设备上，墙壁，窗户，家具等上。 提供了许多类型的自由空间光通信系统，包括视线和非视距空间光通信系统。

公开(公告)号：US08344997B2

公开(公告)日：2013-01-01

申请号：US12851523

申请日：2010-08-05

Applicant: Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

Inventor： Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

IPC: G09G3/34

CPC classification number: G09G3/3466 ,  G09G2300/06 ,  G09G2310/0245 ,  G09G2310/0254 ,  G09G2310/08 ,  G09G2340/0435

Abstract: Methods and devices for applying bias potentials of opposite polarities to columns of electromechanical display elements are described herein. The bias potentials may be applied such that a column and an adjacent column receive bias potentials of opposite polarity. The bias potentials may be applied such that a polarity of bias voltages received by columns of a first set of the display elements is opposite a polarity of bias voltages received by columns of a second set of the display elements.

Abstract translation: 本文描述了用于向机电显示元件的列施加相反极性的偏置电位的方法和装置。 可以施加偏置电位使得列和相邻列接收相反极性的偏置电位。 可以施加偏置电位，使得由第一组显示元件的列接收的偏置电压的极性与第二组显示元件的列接收的偏置电压的极性相反。

公开(公告)号：US20100315398A1

公开(公告)日：2010-12-16

申请号：US12851523

申请日：2010-08-05

Applicant: Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

Inventor： Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

IPC: G09G3/34 ,  G09G5/00

CPC classification number: G09G3/3466 ,  G09G2300/06 ,  G09G2310/0245 ,  G09G2310/0254 ,  G09G2310/08 ,  G09G2340/0435

Abstract: Methods and devices for applying bias potentials of opposite polarities to columns of electromechanical display elements are described herein. The bias potentials may be applied such that a column and an adjacent column receive bias potentials of opposite polarity. The bias potentials may be applied such that a polarity of bias voltages received by columns of a first set of the display elements is opposite a polarity of bias voltages received by columns of a second set of the display elements.

Abstract translation: 本文描述了用于向机电显示元件的列施加相反极性的偏置电位的方法和装置。 可以施加偏置电位使得列和相邻列接收相反极性的偏置电位。 可以施加偏置电位，使得由第一组显示元件的列接收的偏置电压的极性与第二组显示元件的列接收的偏置电压的极性相反。

公开(公告)号：US07852544B2

公开(公告)日：2010-12-14

申请号：US12715220

申请日：2010-03-01

Applicant: Jeffrey Brian Sampsell ,  Mark W. Miles ,  Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

Inventor： Jeffrey Brian Sampsell ,  Mark W. Miles ,  Clarence Chui ,  Manish Kothari

IPC: G02B26/00

CPC classification number: B82Y20/00 ,  G01J3/26 ,  G02B6/12 ,  G02B26/001 ,  G02B2006/12104 ,  G02F1/13725 ,  G02F1/216 ,  G02F2203/03 ,  G09G3/3466

Abstract: A separable modulator architecture is disclosed. The modulator has a mirror suspended from a flexible layer over a cavity. The flexible layer also forms supports and support posts for the mirror. An alternative separable modulator architecture has a mirror suspended over a cavity. The modulator is supported by supports and support posts. The support posts comprise a flexible layer over support post plugs. A bus structure may be formed upon the flexible layer arranged over the support posts.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种可分离调制器架构。 调制器具有从空腔上的柔性层悬挂的反射镜。 柔性层还形成用于镜子的支撑和支撑柱。 另一种可分离的调制器架构具有悬挂在空腔上的反射镜。 调制器由支持和支持柱支持。 支撑柱包括在支撑柱塞上的柔性层。 总线结构可以形成在布置在支撑柱上的柔性层上。