Connector for optical fibers

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1987-10-15

1989-02-28

Lee, John D.

G02B 638

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048079570

ABSTRACT:
A device for use in connecting an optical fiber with another optical fiber or other optical component. The device comprises a housing having a passage therein where chamfered sleeves are placed end to end. Springs urge a plurality of spherical balls radially inward against chamfered conical surfaces of the sleeves, thereby keeping the sleeves in proper alignment.

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