Abstract: A method is disclosed for monitoring the curing status of a dental resin through the inherent fluorescence of the dental resin under a curing light. The method requires no sample preparation and is fast enough for real time cure monitoring.
Abstract: This invention discloses a variety of spectroscopy apparatus based on high sensitivity photo detector arrays and image sensors employing sidewall-passivated mesa-structure hetero-junction phototransistors (HPTs).
Abstract: A phototherapy apparatus for hair loss treatment. The phototherapy apparatus comprises a laser array to produce a plurality of laser beams and a beam shaping component to control the divergence angle and intensity distribution of the laser beams so as to produce a desired light intensity distribution on the surface of the scalp tissue to be treated.
Abstract: This invention discloses a variety of spectroscopy apparatus based on high sensitivity photo detector arrays and image sensors employing sidewall-passivated mesa-structure hetero-junction phototransistors (HPTs).
Abstract: An LED lighting fixture compatible with existing incandescent lamp lighting fixtures. The heat produced by the LED light source is dissipated through a heat pipe into a ground hole to maintain an optimum operation temperature of the LED light source.
Abstract: There is provided a phototherapy apparatus, in which the therapeutic light is delivered through one or more massage components. The massage component provides mechanical massage to the subject biological tissue and modifies the properties of the subject tissue in thickness, density, etc. to facilitate the absorption of the therapeutic light and enhance the effect of the phototherapy procedure. The light source of the phototherapy apparatus is actively cooled by a synthetic jet cooler.
Abstract: This invention relates to an optical power monitor based on thermo-chromic material. The incident light produces a temperature change in the thermo-chromic material, causing a change in its color which is utilized to monitor the power level of the incident light.
Abstract: A Raman spectroscopic apparatus utilizing a broad stripe semiconductor laser as the excitation light source is provided. The output spectrum of the semiconductor laser is narrowed and stabilized by an internal grating to provide high spectral brightness. A high throughput optical system is also disclosed for Raman scattering signal excitation and extraction, which takes full advantage of the high spectral brightness of the laser source.
Abstract: An infrared signaling apparatus is disclosed, which utilizes high intensity solid state lighting elements, such as light emitting diodes (LEDs) to provide signaling for navigational as well as search/rescue applications employing night vision equipments.
Abstract: This invention discloses a laser apparatus to be used pre, during, and/or post medical injections for the reduction of pain caused by the injection. Applications include cosmetic injections such as Botox or dermal filling, mesotherapy, immunization shots, etc. The laser apparatus may comprise a wand or pad/bandage through which laser treatment can be applied to the injection area.
Abstract: A rotational obstruction and beacon signaling apparatus, in which chip-on-board (COB) packaged light emitting diodes (LEDs) are employed to provide a flashed emission pattern with high luminous intensity. The flash sequence of individual LEDs is controlled by an electronic timing circuit to simulate a rotational or other motional signaling effect.
Abstract: A laser apparatus is provided for medical applications or procedures, which include laser surgery, photo dynamic therapy, photo bio-modulation, etc. The output wavelength of the laser matches with the absorption band of oxygen molecule to produce highly reactive singlet oxygen from air or an oxygen enriched environment. The singlet oxygen is used as a strong oxidizer to kill bacteria. The properties of the laser such as power intensity, beam divergence, spectral linewidth, etc. are optimized for effective photo treatment of biological tissue as well as for efficient singlet oxygen generation.
Abstract: A laser apparatus is disclosed. The laser apparatus can be placed on the ground of an operation site to save precious desktop space. The laser apparatus comprises a footswitch module physically integrated or combined with the laser module for controlling the status of the laser module. The laser apparatus further comprises a miniature control unit, which can be clipped onto the pocket of the operator or be integrated or combined on the hand piece of the laser apparatus for controlling and displaying status of the laser module.
Abstract: A method is disclosed for monitoring the curing status of a dental resin through the inherent fluorescence of the dental resin under a curing light. The method requires no sample preparation and is fast enough for real time cure monitoring.
Abstract: A spectroscopic sensor apparatus based on an all optical fiber platform includes a light source, a sensor head, and a fiber acousto-optic tunable filter (FAOTF) based spectrometer. The target agent to be detected interacts with the optical field through the sensor head and produces an absorption or emission spectrum. The absorption or emission spectrum is then measured by the AOTF spectrometer to analyze the constituent of the target agent.
Abstract: There is provided a phototherapy apparatus, in which the therapeutic light is delivered through or in proximity to one or more massage components. The massage component provides mechanical massage to the subject biological tissue and modifies the properties of the subject tissue in thickness, density, etc. to facilitate the absorption of the therapeutic light and enhance the effect of the phototherapy procedure.
Abstract: A laser therapy method and apparatus is disclosed. The optical coherence property of the therapy laser is actively controlled to provide optimum therapy results for difference types of biological tissue and body parts.
Abstract: This invention discloses a spectroscopic sensor that is integrated with a mobile communication device, such as a mobile phone. The spectroscopic sensor is capable of measuring the optical spectra of a physical object for purposes of detection, identification, authentication, and real time monitoring. Through the mobile communication device, the obtained spectral information can be transmitted, distributed, collected, and shared by utilizing all the functions of the known or existing wireless communication networks.
Abstract: A laser protection device that can stay tightly on an animal by going over its head and eyes using a flexible material such as nylon. The device has polymer or glass windows that are designed to block or attenuate the treatment light in order to protect the eyes of the animal from laser damage. As an integral feature, the windows are partially transparent in the visible spectrum to allow the animal to see its surroundings.
Abstract: A catheter apparatus is disclosed for controlling the interaction of a fiber coupled treatment laser with biological tissues, where the fiber tip is anchored into the catheter apparatus to keep the fiber tip from direct contact with the biological tissue. The catheter apparatus prevents fiber tip contamination by the biological tissue. The catheter may incorporate temperature sensitive elements for tissue temperature monitoring and control.