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System and method for creating a stable optical interface

  • US 8,219,172 B2
  • Filed: 03/17/2006
  • Issued: 07/10/2012
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/17/2006
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A system for creating a stable and reproducible optical interface in an optical sensor system for performing an optical scan on biological tissue comprises:

  • an optical interferometer sensor utilizing a beam of light;

    an interferometer connected to the optical sensor;

    a computer connected to an optical receiver associated with the interferometer; and

    a disposable optical apparatus attachable to the optical sensor, wherein the disposable optical apparatus comprises;

    a focusing lens; and

    an optical window connected to the focusing lens on a first side of the optical window, the optical window including a dome shaped surface on a second side of the optical window;

    wherein the disposable optical apparatus is attachable to a surface area of biological tissue, wherein the dome shaped surface is configured to interface with the surface area of the biological tissue.

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