Horiba has been granted a patent for a light-beam scanning micro-spectrometry device. This apparatus features a microscope objective and a movement system that allows precise control of an excitation light beam, utilizing a scanning mirror to manipulate the beam’s focus in two transverse directions within the microscope’s focal planes. GlobalData’s report on Horiba gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Horiba, Optoelectronic biosensors was a key innovation area identified from patents. Horiba's grant share as of July 2024 was 46%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Light-beam scanning micro-spectrometry device with adjustable excitation beam
The granted patent US12066615B2 describes a light-beam scanning micro-spectrometry device designed for precise analysis of samples using an excitation light beam. The device features a light source that emits the excitation beam, which is manipulated by a microscope objective and a movement system that allows the beam to traverse two spatial directions. The system includes various optical components, such as focusing mirrors and lenses, which work together to focus the light onto a sample and collect the resulting light that is reflected, scattered, or transmitted. A key component is a single scanning mirror that is rotatable about two axes, enabling the movement of the focusing point in the intermediate focal plane, which in turn allows for imaging in the object or image focal planes of the microscope objective.
Additionally, the patent outlines several configurations and enhancements for the optical components, including the use of toric mirrors to minimize optical aberrations and the incorporation of guiding rails for adjustable positioning of the focusing components. The device can utilize various types of light sources, including lasers and LEDs, and is compatible with a range of spectrometric detection systems, such as Raman spectrometers and fluorescence spectrometers. The method of operation involves directing the excitation light through the optical components, adjusting the scanning mirror to manipulate the focusing point, and collecting the resultant light for analysis. This innovative design aims to improve the efficiency and accuracy of micro-spectrometry applications.
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