Optical waveguides – Accessories – External retainer/clamp
Reexamination Certificate
2011-03-08
2011-03-08
Peng, Charlie (Department: 2883)
Optical waveguides
Accessories
External retainer/clamp
C385S100000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07903926
ABSTRACT:
A cable assembly comprising a fiber optic cable and one or more attachment points to allow one or more tethers to optically connect to optical fibers within the cable. The cable assembly may be used as a drop cable for extending optical connections to a plurality of points. An attachment structure is provided for maintaining the tether to the cable to prevent damage to the tether. The attachment structure provides a loose attachment to allow the tether to move relative to the distribution cable, so the tether can move in a generally translational movement, is able to slightly twist, and to have limited lateral movement during coiling, installation, and removal of the cable assembly. This loose attachment structure may prevent damage to the tether due to forces being placed on the cable, such as during coiling or uncoiling of the cable. In one exemplary embodiment, the attachment structure is attached to the cable and receives the tether. In another exemplary embodiment, the attachment structure include a protective covering. In another embodiment, both are employed in combination.
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Cody Joseph T.
Hall Radawan
Horan, Jr. Stephen R.
Luther James P.
Corning Cable Systems LLC
El-Shammaa Mary A
Peng Charlie
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