Optically addressed spatial light modulator: performance and applications

Amorphous silicon/ferroelectric liquid crystal spatial light modulator technology is reviewed. The current performance of the CUED device is summarised, together with first results from two application demonstrators in 3D and high resolution display which have been recently constructed. The paper will conclude with guidelines for improved OASLM performance in dye-doped liquid crystal layers.

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