Multi-Direction Lens Reflection Testing Device

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current reflection testing methods for lens modules are inefficient as they can only test reflections in one direction at a time, requiring individual testing for each direction and thus taking a long time.

Innovation Solution

A reflection-testing device and method utilizing multiple light sources placed around the lens module and an image capturer at the other end to simultaneously test for unwanted reflections from various directions, allowing for simultaneous illumination and image capture.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If a single light source is used to test reflections in one direction at a time, then the testing procedure is simple, but the testing time is long and efficiency is low

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetesting efficiencyVSAvoidtesting device structure
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The invention divides the single light source into multiple light sources (first light source, second light source, etc.) positioned at different locations around the lens module. Each light source tests reflections from a specific direction, allowing simultaneous multi-directional testing instead of sequential single-direction testing, thereby improving productivity while maintaining manageable device complexity through modular segmentation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The invention transitions from one-dimensional sequential testing (one direction at a time) to three-dimensional simultaneous testing by positioning multiple light sources at different spatial locations around the lens module. This dimensional expansion allows reflections from multiple angles to be tested concurrently, dramatically improving testing efficiency without proportionally increasing device complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

2Loss of time

If multiple light sources are used to test reflections from multiple directions simultaneously, then the testing time is reduced and efficiency is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetesting timeVSAvoidtesting device structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of timeVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The testing device is segmented into multiple independent light source units positioned at different locations, each capable of simultaneous operation. This segmentation allows the system to test multiple reflection directions at the same time rather than sequentially, reducing total testing time while keeping each individual light source unit simple and manageable, thus controlling overall device complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The invention merges multiple light source functions into a single integrated testing device structure. By combining first light source, second light source, and other light sources into one unified device that tests multiple directions simultaneously, the system reduces testing time significantly while avoiding the complexity of multiple separate testing devices through functional integration.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

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

This approach significantly reduces testing time by enabling the detection of reflections from multiple directions simultaneously, enhancing testing efficiency and simplifying the procedure.

Implementation Method 1

the plurality of light sources are placed around the top end of the lens module and the image capturer is provided near the other end of the lens module for receiving an optical signal through the lens module

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectReflection: Reflection

Data Source

PatentUS7515254B2Reflection-testing device and method for use thereof
Publication Date: 2009.04.07 RAYPRUS TECHNOLOGIES LTD
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AI summary

A reflection-testing device for testing for unwanted reflections in a lens module (12) includes a plurality of light sources (18) and an image capturer (16). The plurality of light sources is provided around the top end of the lens module, and the image capturer is provided near the other end of the lens module for receiving optical signals through the lens module. A lens reflection testing method is also disclosed.