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    Area of Science:

    • Optics and photonics
    • Display technology
    • Optical engineering

    Background:

    • Near-eye displays (NEDs) require compact optical elements for effective image projection.
    • Head-up displays (HUDs) necessitate systems that assist eye accommodation for close-range viewing.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present a new, very compact optical element for near-eye displays.
    • To develop a magnifier (collimator) using a pair of microlens arrays (MLAs).
    • To aid eye accommodation for HUDs positioned close to the eye.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing a pair of microlens arrays (MLAs) working in conjunction.
    • Designing the MLA pair to function as a magnifier or collimator.
    • Integrating the optical element into a near-eye display system.

    Main Results:

    • Achieved a very compact optical element with a thin profile of approximately 2 mm.
    • The MLA pair effectively collimates light rays from the display.
    • Generated a virtual image of the display at optical infinity.
    • Attained a system focal length of approximately 7 mm.

    Conclusions:

    • The presented MLA pair offers a highly compact and effective solution for near-eye display collimation.
    • This optical element design facilitates eye accommodation for HUDs.
    • The 2 mm thin profile and 7 mm focal length represent significant advancements in NED optics.