An innovative beamsplitter-based stereoscopic/3D display design

James L. Fergason; Scott D. Robinson; Charles W. McLaughlin; Blake Brown; Adi Abileah; Thomas E. Baker; Patrick J. Green

doi:10.1117/12.588363

22 March 2005 An innovative beamsplitter-based stereoscopic/3D display design

James L. Fergason, Scott D. Robinson, Charles W. McLaughlin, Blake Brown, Adi Abileah, Thomas E. Baker, Patrick J. Green

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Proceedings Volume 5664, Stereoscopic Displays and Virtual Reality Systems XII; (2005) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.588363
Event: Electronic Imaging 2005, 2005, San Jose, California, United States

Abstract

A novel stereoscopic/3D desktop monitor has been developed that combines the output of two active matrix LCDs (AMLCDs) into a stereo image through use of a unique beamsplitter design. This approach, called the StereoMirror, creates a stereo/3D monitor that retains the full resolution, response time and chromaticity of the component displays. The resultant flicker-free image, when viewed with passive polarizing glasses, provides an unprecedented level of viewing comfort in stereo. The monitor also is bright enough to use in normal office lighting. The display has excellent optical isolation of the two stereo channels and a wide viewing angle suitable for multi-viewer use. This paper describes the architecture of the system and the principal of conservation of polarization that results in the full-definition stereo image. Optical performance results are also described. Practical considerations will be discussed, including system interface requirements, conversion between stereo/3D and monoscopic viewing and comparison to other stereo display approaches. The higher level of performance provided by the StereoMirror allows for stereo viewing to be viable in new imaging markets as well as permitting a more effective use of stereo in existing markets. These applications are discussed.

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James L. Fergason, Scott D. Robinson, Charles W. McLaughlin, Blake Brown, Adi Abileah, Thomas E. Baker, and Patrick J. Green "An innovative beamsplitter-based stereoscopic/3D display design", Proc. SPIE 5664, Stereoscopic Displays and Virtual Reality Systems XII, (22 March 2005); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.588363

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