Method and apparatus for connecting optical fibers

Details Method and apparatus for connecting optical fibers Method and apparatus for connecting optical fibers

1989-01-05

1991-05-07

Sikes, William L.

350 9620, G02B 638

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ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for connecting optical fibers is disclosed in which a housing is provided with a built-in alignment channel. An insert is inserted into the alignment channel and precisely and accurately maintains a fiber element concentrically within the alignment channel. A mating optical fiber is also introduced into the alignment channel. Means are provided for adjusting the separation distance between the two optical fibers. The housing is preferably injection molded.

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