Rotationally adjustable fiber optic connector

Details Rotationally adjustable fiber optic connector Rotationally adjustable fiber optic connector

2005-07-05

2005-07-05

Nasri, Javaid H. (Department: 2839)

Optical waveguides

With disengagable mechanical connector

Structure surrounding optical fiber-to-fiber connection

Reexamination Certificate

active

06913392

ABSTRACT:
A fiber optic connector assembly includes an outer connector housing defining an optic axis. An inner optical fiber plug is mounted in the housing for limited axial movement therein and for rotational movement angularly of the axis. An indexing or locking mechanism is provided between the plug and the housing to hold the plug in selected rotational positions of adjustment angular of the optic axis. Axial movement of the plug within and relative to the housing is effective to disengage the lock or indexing mechanism and allow rotation of the plug. A retainer is selectively movable into engagement with the plug to prevent axial movement of the plug and, thereby, prevent disengagement of the lock or indexing mechanism, thereby fixing the rotational position of the adjustment of the plug.

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International Search Report for International Application No. PCT/US2004/016334 mailed on Oct. 14, 2004.

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