Deformable Lens Assembly for Compact Camera Modules

The patent applies this principle by using a deformable lens made of flexible transparent material (such as elastomer or silicone) that can change its optical properties dynamically. This flexible lens replaces traditional rigid glass lenses, enabling compact camera module design while maintaining optical functionality through material flexibility rather than mechanical complexity.

The patent implements dynamics by creating a lens assembly where the deformable lens can dynamically change its shape, focal length, and optical power in response to actuator signals. This dynamic capability allows the system to achieve multiple optical functions with a single component, reducing overall module size while maintaining reliability through electronic control rather than mechanical switching.

The patent applies universality by designing a single deformable lens that can perform multiple optical functions (focus adjustment, magnification change, depth of field control) that traditionally required separate lenses. The deformable lens acts as a universal optical element that adapts its properties based on actuator input, simplifying the assembly while maintaining versatility.

The patent implements parameter changes by modifying the physical state of the lens material through controlled deformation. By changing the shape parameters of the deformable lens (curvature, thickness distribution), the system achieves variable focal length and magnification without adding mechanical lens elements, thereby reducing complexity while maintaining optical adaptability.

The patent replaces mechanical precision requirements with electronic control by using actuators (such as piezoelectric or electromagnetic actuators) to deform the lens. Instead of requiring ultra-precise mechanical manufacturing of the lens itself, the system achieves precision through electronically controlled actuation, allowing standard manufacturing tolerances to be compensated dynamically during operation.

The deformable lens material inherently provides self-adjustment capabilities through its elastic properties. The material naturally returns to its original shape after deformation and can be deformed repeatedly without permanent damage, providing self-service characteristics that reduce the need for complex precision manufacturing and maintenance while maintaining design flexibility.