Tunable polymer lens
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A new type of solid-state variable focal length lens is described. It is based on shape changes in an elastomeric membrane driven by compression of a reservoir of a polymer gel. A novel fabrication process based on individual lens components allows for customization of lens power based on the desired application. The lens shape as a function of applied compressive strain is measured using direct surface profile measurements. The focal length of a solid state lens was reversibly changed by a factor of 1.9. Calculated back focal lengths of the lens were consistent with experimental measurements.
- United States Naval Research Laboratory United States
- Naval Research Laboratory Optical Sciences Division United States
- Case Western Reserve University United States
Equipment Failure Analysis, Elastomers, Polymers, Computer-Aided Design, Computer Simulation, Membranes, Artificial, Equipment Design, Models, Theoretical, Lenses
Equipment Failure Analysis, Elastomers, Polymers, Computer-Aided Design, Computer Simulation, Membranes, Artificial, Equipment Design, Models, Theoretical, Lenses
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