Optical waveguides – Directional optical modulation within an optical waveguide – Acousto-optic
Reexamination Certificate
2007-09-11
2007-09-11
Healy, Brian M. (Department: 2883)
Optical waveguides
Directional optical modulation within an optical waveguide
Acousto-optic
C385S010000, C385S015000, C385S014000, C385S031000, C385S039000, C385S043000
Reexamination Certificate
active
11477107
ABSTRACT:
A system for exciting flexural waves on an optical fiber (102) is provided. The system includes a substrate (114, 118), an actuator (106), and a mechanical optical fiber coupling (104). The actuator is formed of an electromechanical transducer material. The actuator is mounted on the substrate. The mechanical optical fiber coupling (for example, an adhesive media) forms a secure mechanical connection between the actuator and the optical fiber. The mechanical optical fiber coupling is configured for communicating mechanical vibrations from the actuator to the optical fiber. However, it should be understood that the mechanical optical fiber coupling is exclusive of a tapered horn.
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Deese Todd E.
Dimmick Timothy E.
Harper Kevin R.
Koeneman Paul B.
Niemeier Curtis R.
Harris Corporation
Sacco Robert J.
Sacco & Associates PA
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