This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: University of Central Florida Research Foundation Inc.. Active years: 2017.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2017
Title: Innovations of Inventor Evan Hale
Introduction
Evan Hale is a notable inventor based in Orlando, FL (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of optical systems, holding 2 patents that showcase his innovative approach to technology.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is titled "Achromatic holographic phase masks, methods, and applications." This invention describes a phase converting device that operates over a broad wavelength range. It is capable of optical beam transformations, conversion of resonator and waveguide modes, correction of aberrations in optical systems, and selection of photons with specific phase profiles. This technology offers substantial advantages in high power laser systems. Additionally, large-mode-area fibers can be utilized to achieve higher incident powers than single-mode fibers, thereby reducing the number of elements required in a system to achieve the desired output. The profiles of these LMA fiber modes can be converted from undesired modes into the desired mode while combining their total power into a single beam.
Another significant patent is "Optical system including multiplexed volume Bragg grating, methods, and applications." This invention presents a method for reversible spatial mode selection and conversion between waveguides and free space using a multiplexed volume Bragg grating (MVBG). The MVBG features inherent angular selectivity, which provides different losses for various transverse modes and converts a higher order mode in a waveguide to a single fundamental mode in free space. Utilizing this device in a resonator allows for the guidance and amplification of a pure higher order mode in the gain medium, enhancing mode area and improving the efficiency of accumulated excitation extraction, ultimately increasing the gain of the amplifier.
Career Highlights
Evan Hale is affiliated with the University of Central Florida Research Foundation Inc., where he continues to advance his research and innovations in optical technologies.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Leonid B Glebov and Ivan Divliansky, contributing to the advancement of their shared field.
Conclusion
Evan Hale's innovative work in optical systems and his contributions through his patents highlight his role as a significant inventor in the field. His advancements continue to influence the development of high power laser systems and optical technologies.