Multiplexed image-transfer and dynamic image-steering for Augmented Reality Applications with Texas Instruments Digital Micromirror Device

We address FOV expansion techniques in wavelength, polarization, angular, and illumination multiplexing/de-multiplexing enabled by high-speed MEMS-based display, Texas Instruments Digital Micromirror Device.

Micro Mechanical Electronics System based Spatial Light Modulators (MEMS-SLM) enables unique capability “Just in time image delivery” or steering images to where and when images are needed. The image steering-based display is uniquely categorized between the point-by-point laser retinal scanner and conventional micro display-lens based image formation. The image steering solves challenges dominated by classical tradeoffs in AR optics, such as image FOV, resolution and display size or form factor of optical engine.