Abstract: An optical system provides a higher resolution image, especially for use with a projection system, using a combiner formed of fiber optics each having an input end and an output end, with the fiber optics grouped together so that the combiner has one or more image input ends each configured to receive an image from an associated image source. The input images are combined to yield an output image at the other end of the combiner that is smaller in area than the sum of the input image areas, increasing resolution. According to an embodiment, the output image is also counter-distorted to compensate for the distortion of the image caused by the relay optics used in projection.

Abstract: A visor display apparatus for is supported on the head of a user, preferably on a helmet on the user's head. The apparatus comprises a support structure supported on the head of a user and supporting a viewing portion facing one of the eyes of the user. The apparatus also includes a housing supporting therein an image display system. The image display system has three LEDs generating light, being red, green and blue. Plastic optical fibers are bonded to the LEDs and receive light from the LEDs, combining the three colors of light in a single output. A reflective display receives image data and forms an image therefrom. The output of the optical fibers transmits the light to the reflective display so that the light received from the LED is reflected by the reflective display to project the image. The apparatus further has optics receiving the projected image from the reflective display and transmitting said image to the viewing portion so as to be viewed by the user.

Abstract: An optical system provides a higher resolution image, especially for use with a projection system, using a combiner formed of fiber optics each having an input end and an output end, with the fiber optics grouped together so that the combiner has one or more image input ends each configured to receive an image from an associated image source. The input images are combined to yield an output image at the other end of the combiner that is smaller in area than the sum of the input image areas, increasing resolution. According to an embodiment, the output image is also counter-distorted to compensate for the distortion of the image caused by the relay optics used in projection.