Optical waveguides – Accessories
Reexamination Certificate
2006-06-27
2006-06-27
Lee, John D. (Department: 2874)
Optical waveguides
Accessories
C385S053000, C451S015000, C451S066000, C451S287000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07068906
ABSTRACT:
A fixture for an automated connectorization system for processing fiber optic connectors. The fixture can include a first and second portions configured to hold the connectors. The first portion can include a plurality of clamps, each clamp being configured to clamp onto one of the connectors. The second portion can include a plurality of nests, each nest including an aperture configured to allow a ferrule of one of the connectors to extend therethrough. The second portion of the fixture is coupled to the first portion.
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Bianchi Robert J.
Eichinger Todd
Sorenson Larry
ADC Telecommunications Inc.
Lee John D.
Merchant & Gould P.C.
Peace Rhonda S.
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