Optical Lens Module for Distance Simulation and Dust Protection

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing optical lens-testing devices require a large testing space due to a long real object distance between the optical lens and the chart, making them economically inefficient and inconvenient.

Innovation Solution

An optical object distance simulation device is introduced, which includes an optical lens module with multiple lenses between the lens and the chart to simulate the real object distance, along with a control unit, object distance simulation unit, and light-guiding unit to reduce the required space, while separating heat-generating elements and using a motor for chart rotation to facilitate testing.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If a real object distance d is used between the optical lens and the chart for testing, then the testing accuracy is maintained, but the testing space required becomes too large

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetesting accuracyVSAvoidtesting space
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSArea of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

An optical lens module is introduced as an intermediary component between the optical lens and the chart. This module simulates the optical path of a long object distance while physically occupying minimal space, thereby maintaining testing accuracy without requiring large testing space

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The optical lens module creates an optical copy or simulation of the long object distance scenario. By using multiple lenses to replicate the optical characteristics of a distant object, the system achieves accurate testing results in a compact configuration

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

2Device complexity

If heat-generating elements are integrated with the optical lens module, then the device structure is simplified, but dust may enter the optical lens module through heat-dissipating holes to pollute the optical lenses

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedevice structureVSAvoiddust pollution
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

Heat-generating elements are extracted and separated from the optical lens module, placed in a dedicated control unit instead. This separation eliminates the risk of dust entering the optical system through heat-dissipating holes while maintaining manageable device complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Solution Approach 2:

The device is segmented into distinct functional units: the optical lens module for testing and the control unit for heat generation and control. This segmentation allows independent optimization of each unit, protecting the optical system from contamination while managing thermal requirements

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

3Adaptability or versatility

If multiple charts are used for different testing needs, then the testing versatility is improved, but the time required for changing charts and setup increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetesting versatilityVSAvoidchart changing time
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The turret is designed to be rotatable, allowing dynamic selection of different charts during testing. This dynamic configuration enables quick switching between different testing scenarios without manual intervention, improving both versatility and efficiency

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

Multiple charts are pre-loaded onto the turret in advance. This preliminary preparation allows the system to switch between different testing configurations instantly by simply rotating the turret, eliminating setup time for each testing scenario

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

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 device effectively reduces the testing space, maintains a good heat-dissipating effect, prevents dust from entering the optical lens module, and allows for quicker testing by simulating a shorter object distance, thus enhancing the efficiency and convenience of optical lens testing.

Implementation Method 1

an optical lens module composed of a plurality of optical lenses is disposed between the optical lens and the chart for simulating the real object distance

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight refraction: Refraction

Implementation Method 2

the heat-dissipating element is disposed in the first casing or on the first casing for dissipating heat from the light-emitting element

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectThermal conduction: Conduction (thermal)

Implementation Method 3

heat-dissipating element (such as a fan)

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectConvection: Convection

Implementation Method 4

a motor, and a turret... the motor is disposed in the second casing and slidably disposed on the base seat... the turret is disposed in the second casing and pivoted on an axle of the motor

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentUS7379171B2Optical object distance simulation device
Publication Date: 2008.05.27 YOUNGTEK ELECTRONICS
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AI summary

An optical object distance simulation device is disclosed. The device has an optical lens module composed of a plurality of optical lens and the optical lens module is arranged between an optical lens and a chart for simulating the real object distance and reducing the space required for testing an optical lens. Moreover, the optical lens module is separated from a light-emitting element, a power supply or any heat-generating elements all separated from the optical lens module. Furthermore, the heat-dissipating elements are arranged near elements that generate substantial heat. Hence, not only does the present invention have a good heat-dissipating effect, but it also prevents external dust from polluting the optical lens module because of the positioning of the heat-dissipating element and the heat-dissipating hole.