Flat or curved thin optical display panel

Patent · Tue Jan 10 04:00:00 EST 1995

OSTI ID:6647550

Veligdan, J T

An optical panel includes a plurality of waveguides stacked together, with each waveguide having a first end and an opposite second end. The first ends collectively define a first face, and the second ends collectively define a second face of the panel. The second face is disposed at an acute face angle relative to the waveguides to provide a panel which is relatively thin compared to the height of the second face. In an exemplary embodiment for use in a projection TV, the first face is substantially smaller in height than the second face and receives a TV image, with the second face defining a screen for viewing the image enlarged. 7 figures.

• DOE Contract Number: AC02-76CH00016
• Assignee: Associated Universities, Inc., Washington, DC (United States)
• Patent Number(s): US 5381502; A
• Application Number: PPN: US 8-128124
• OSTI ID: 6647550
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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EQUIPMENT
OPTICAL EQUIPMENT
TELEVISION
THICKNESS