Patent ID: 7798730
Filing Date: 2010-09-21
Classification: G03B

Abstract:
1. A miniature camera shutter module comprising: a. a module frame comprising a surface with a conduit passing therethrough; b. a solenoid coupled to the module frame; c. a pin coupled to the solenoid; d. an axle coupled to the module frame; e. at least one blade coupled to the pin and the axle, wherein the at least one blade is substantially disposed in the same plane as the module frame, wherein the solenoid is configured to receive a first electric signal for actuating the solenoid, and wherein the at least one blade is configured such that the actuation of the solenoid causes the pin to move, causing the at least one blade to rotate about the axle and at least partially eclipse the conduit; and f. at least one ancillary blade coupled to the module frame, wherein the module frame is positioned between the at least one blade and the at least one ancillary blade.