Dr. Nishizawa Masahiro said, "last month our industry was destroyed by the earthquake, but not our technology," as he introduces his new projector screen that can be used in ambient light conditions. At Tohoku University, Dr. Nishizawa and team used a reflective layer and diffusion film. The projector is positioned below the screen and angled up, and the reflector later redirects the light to the viewer and the diffusion layer allows the image to be seen. All the while, other light either passes through the screen, reflected away, or absorbed so the viewer does not see it. The team says that using this screen in direct sunlight still has issues, but it is the next obstacle they will overcome. They plan to use this technology for outdoor signage, not just for the boardroom.
Larger panels will also be made in the near future, as the video shows seams between the current incarnation. Once this becomes available, here comes our projected 150-inch TVs and computer screens.
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