Electrostatic zipper actuator optical beam switching system and method of operation

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 6671078
APP PUB NO 20020191267A1
SERIAL NO

09863654

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A zipper actuator for optical beam control has an optical port formed through the substrate. The cantilevered beam of the actuator preferably includes a paddle for switching the optical signal. Mirror structures can be provided on the paddle for beam switching. In some embodiments, MEMS or electrode latches are further provided.

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EXCELITAS TECHNOLOGIES CORP200 WEST STREET 4TH FLOOR EAST WALTHAM MA 02451

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Flanders, Dale C Lexington, MA 128 3023
Schmidt, Martin A Reading, MA 46 2170

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