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We present and demonstrate a technique for producing a high-speed variable focus lens using a fixed birefringent lens and a ferroelectric liquid crystal cell as a polarization switch. A calcite lenses with ordinary and extraordinary focal lengths of 109mm and 88mm respectively, was used to demonstrate focus switching at frequencies of up to 3kHz. Two identical lenses and a single liquid crystal were also used to demonstrate zoom.
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Andrew K. Kirby, Philip J. W. Hands, Gordon D. Love, "Adaptive lenses based on polarization modulation," Proc. SPIE 6018, 5th International Workshop on Adaptive Optics for Industry and Medicine, 601814 (8 June 2006); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.669373