1983-08-04
1987-09-15
Sikes, William L.
350 9610, G02B 606
Patent
active
046935525
ABSTRACT:
Apparatus for expanding a visual image consisting of a ribbon of clad optical fibers locked in closely-spaced, parallel relationship and cut across at a narrow acute angle at one end, the surface thus exposed being roughened in texture and the exterior of each fiber being provided in that area with a reflective material. Alternately to roughening the surface, the core of each fiber is partially etched out, and a plug of light-diffusing material inserted. A reflective layer is applied between this plug and the cladding of the fiber.
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Incom, Inc.
Sikes William L.
Ullah Akm E.
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