Optical fiber having a low-shrink buffer layer and methods...

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2005-04-05

2005-04-05

Kim, Ellen E. (Department: 2874)

Optical waveguides

Optical fiber waveguide with cladding

Utilizing multiple core or cladding

C385S100000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06876807

ABSTRACT:
At least one buffered optical fiber, and methods for manufacturing the same, including an optical fiber and a buffer layer. The buffer layer generally surrounds the optical fiber and has a low-shrink characteristic that preserves optical performance during, for example, temperature variations. In other embodiments, the at least one buffered optical fiber may be a fiber optic ribbon.

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