Optical waveguides – With disengagable mechanical connector – Optical fiber/optical fiber cable termination structure
Reexamination Certificate
2007-04-03
2007-04-03
Font, Frank G. (Department: 2883)
Optical waveguides
With disengagable mechanical connector
Optical fiber/optical fiber cable termination structure
C385S077000, C385S088000, C385S134000, C385S135000, C385S136000, C385S139000, C226S007000
Reexamination Certificate
active
10488678
ABSTRACT:
An optical fiber assembly includes: a component defining at least one inlet for optical fibers, an adapter, an optical fiber cable connected to the adapter, and a push-fit connector. The component includes a through-hole for passage of the optical fibers and an associated mating region to engage the push-fit connector. The optical fiber cable connected to the adapter defines a connection region with a predetermined cross-sectional shape for mating with the push-fit connector. The push-fit connector includes a first end, a second end, and a through-passage extending between the first and second ends. The first end is push-fit connected with the mating region. The second end is push-fit connected to the connection region. Optical fibers from the optical fiber cable can be directed through the push-fit connector and the through-hole. A method of installing optical fibers in a joint housing is also disclosed.
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John Guest Connectors Catalogue, “Super Speedfit Fittings”, 1 page, (Mar. 5, 2001).
Kerry John
Pike Roger John
Sutehall Ralph
Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett & Dunner L.L.P.
Font Frank G.
Mooney Michael P.
Prysmian Cables & Systems Limited
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