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Method of adjusting refractive index of PLZT optical coating on optical element
Assignee: Honeywell Inc
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Filing: 1975-05-27
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Granted: 1976-12-14
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Expires: 1995-05-27
Abstract
Abstract Method for adjusting index of refraction of optical coating by heat treating. PLZT ceramic can be sputtered to form a thin film optical coating material for various optical applications. The fact that its refractive index can be adjusted by diffusion makes it particularly useful for antireflection coating or reflection coating on optical surfaces.
Inventors
- 👤 Di Chen
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
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CPC Classifications
G; G02; G02B; G02B1/00; G02B1/10; C; C04; C04B; C04B35/00; C04B35/01; C04B35/48; C04B35/49; C04B35/491
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
65 words
A method of adjusting the index of refraction of a lanthanum modified lead-zirconate-titanate (PLZT) optical coating which has been deposited on an optical body comprising the steps of: a. providing a controlled atmosphere for the coated optical body; b. heat treating the coated optical body in the controlled atmosphere to thereby adjust the index of refraction of the optical coating for modified reflectance or transmittance.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
65 words
A method of adjusting the index of refraction of a lanthanum modified lead-zirconate-titanate (PLZT) optical coating which has been deposited on an optical body comprising the steps of: a. providing a controlled atmosphere for the coated optical body; b. heat treating the coated optical body in the controlled atmosphere to thereby adjust the index of refraction of the optical coating for modified reflectance or transmittance.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
21 words
The method according to claim 1 wherein the controlled atmosphere is a vacuum of about 10.sup. -4 to 10.sup. -6 Torr.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
20 words
The method according to claim 1 wherein the step of heat treating is at a temperature of about 800° C.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
31 words
The method according to claim 1 wherein the PLZT coating material has a Zr/Ti ratio in the range around 65/35 and with lanthanum substitution in the range around 8 to 9%.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
14 words
The method according to claim 1 wherein the controlled atmosphere is a PbO vapor.
Claim 7
Independent Claim
70 words
A method of preparing an optical coating of a desired refractive index on an optical body comprising the steps of: a. depositing an optical coating of lanthanum modified lead-zirconate-titanate on an optical body, the coating having an initial index of refraction which may differ from a desired index; and b. heat treating the deposited coating in a controlled atmosphere to adjust the index of refraction thereof to the desired index.
Claim 8
Independent Claim
70 words
A method of preparing an optical coating of a desired refractive index on an optical body comprising the steps of: a. depositing an optical coating of lanthanum modified lead-zirconate-titanate on an optical body, the coating having an initial index of refraction which may differ from a desired index; and b. heat treating the deposited coating in a controlled atmosphere to adjust the index of refraction thereof to the desired index.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
42 words
The method of claim 6 and further comprising the additional preliminary step of: providing an optical coating composition of lanthanum modified lead-zirconate-titanate with a Zr/Ti ratio in the range around 65/35 and with lanthanum substitution in the range around 8 to 9%.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
19 words
The method of claim 6 wherein the step of heat treating is at a temperature of about 800° C.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
58 words
The method of claim 6 wherein the step of heat treating further comprises: a. increasing the temperature of the coating to about 800° C; b. holding the temperature at about 800° C for a predetermined time; c. reducing the temperature of the coating; and d. repeating steps a, b, and c as required to obtain the desired index.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
20 words
The method of claim 9 wherein the predetermined time is sufficient to allow diffusion of a component of the PLZT.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-12-14 | 1980-06-14 | 1980-12-14 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-12-14 | 1984-06-14 | 1984-12-14 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-12-14 | 1988-06-14 | 1988-12-14 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |