Method of integrating optical fibers into fabrics and plush...

Details Method of integrating optical fibers into fabrics and plush... Method of integrating optical fibers into fabrics and plush...

2011-08-02

2011-08-02

Kim, Gene (Department: 3711)

Amusement devices: toys

Electric

With lamp

C446S219000, C362S554000, C362S559000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07988525

ABSTRACT:
A method for incorporating optical fibers into sheet materials, such as fabrics, creates a structure which can be incorporated into items such as plush toys. Optical fibers are made to pass through the sheet material in a desired arrangements. Ends of the optical fibers are enlarged such that they will not readily pass back through the fabric. The ends are then covered with material that permits light to pass therethrough. The resulting structure can be readily incorporated into an item, such as a plush toy.

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