Robust, self-aligning, low-cost connector for large core optical waveguides
The optical waveguide connector comprises at least two optical waveguides abutting at a joint, the waveguides having a diameter variance in a predetermined range; a cover at least partially enclosing at least two optical waveguides, the cover having a first end, a second end, and an interior annular...
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Format | Patent |
Language | English |
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29.12.2005
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Edition | 7 |
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Summary: | The optical waveguide connector comprises at least two optical waveguides abutting at a joint, the waveguides having a diameter variance in a predetermined range; a cover at least partially enclosing at least two optical waveguides, the cover having a first end, a second end, and an interior annular space; a collet proximate each first end and second end of the cover and removably coupled to an optical waveguide; and a sleeve removably abutting each collet and circumferentially surrounding the cover and each collet. |
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Bibliography: | Application Number: US20040876391 |