Illumination Device

Taylor & Edelstein obtains patent for client Schott AG for Illumination Device

This advanced illumination device is designed to produce and direct light with exceptional precision, offering potential applications in fields such as automotive lighting, high-efficiency lamps, or sophisticated display systems. The device comprises a light source, typically a laser, which emits primary light. This light interacts with a light conversion element that transforms it into secondary light with a different wavelength, emitted from the element’s front surface. The ability to convert and control light in this manner makes the device highly versatile for both consumer and industrial uses, where precise lighting is critical.

Attached to the front of the light conversion element is an optical element with a strategically designed outer surface featuring angled sections, referred to as surface B or B′. Surface B is engineered to release the secondary light into the surrounding environment at a narrower angle relative to the surface’s normal, enhancing the light’s focus and efficiency compared to a flat surface. Alternatively, surface B′ is designed to reflect the secondary light back into the optical element, often achieving total internal reflection, redirecting the light toward a more direct path. This innovative control over light direction and intensity positions the device as a significant advancement in illumination technology, promising improved performance in applications requiring targeted, high-quality light output.