Optical isolators and methods of manufacture

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2005-09-27

2005-09-27

Juba, Jr., John (Department: 2872)

Optical: systems and elements

Polarization without modulation

Polarization using a time invariant electric, magnetic, or...

C359S494010, C359S490020, C372S703000

Reexamination Certificate

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06950235

ABSTRACT:
Optical isolators and methods of manufacturing optical isolators are disclosed. The optical isolators are manufactured by directly bonding the parts of the isolators without the use of adhesive or mechanical devices to hold the individual parts together.

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