Integrated Optical Module for Multi-Wavelength Emission
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing optical modules for emitting light of multiple wavelengths suffer from poor transmittance due to gaps between coupled components and difficulty in forming structures where only a portion of the light-emitting member changes the wavelength of light.
Innovation Solution
An optical module comprising a transmitter, an integrally formed emitter, and a converter that covers the emitter to change the wavelength of light, allowing simultaneous emission of light with different wavelengths, with the converter being curved to scatter light and potentially including colorant materials.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If components including different materials are coupled to emit light of different wavelengths, then the optical module can provide multiple wavelength emission, but the transmittance of light is poor due to gaps between coupling surfaces
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the light emitting member and wavelength converting member into a single integrated component. The wavelength converting members are disposed in a light emitting member to form an integrated structure, eliminating gaps between separate components and improving light transmittance while maintaining multiple wavelength emission capability.
2Ease of manufacture
If different materials are double-injected to form an optical module, then the structure can be manufactured in one process, but it is difficult to form a structure where only a portion of the light emitting member changes wavelength
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the wavelength converting function into separate wavelength converting members that can be selectively positioned within the light emitting member. This allows different regions of the light emitting member to have different wavelength conversion properties, enabling selective wavelength conversion in specific areas while maintaining the ease of double-injection molding manufacturing process.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The optical module effectively emits light of different wavelengths, enhancing the aesthetic display functionality of devices like aerosol generating devices by ensuring sufficient brightness and varied chroma, while maintaining efficient light transmission.
Implementation Method 1
a converter covering at least a portion of the emitter, and configured to change a wavelength of light that has passed through the transmitter
Implementation Method 2
the converter being curved to scatter light
Data Source
AI summary
An optical module includes a transmitter configured to pass light from a light source; an emitter integrally formed with the transmitter, and configured to emit light that has passed through the transmitter to outside of the optical module; and a converter covering at least a portion of the emitter, and configured to change a wavelength of light that has passed through the transmitter such that light emitted from the converter and light emitted from the emitter have different wavelengths.