Optical waveguides – With optical coupler – Particular coupling structure
Reexamination Certificate
2008-07-01
2008-07-01
Kim, Ellen (Department: 2874)
Optical waveguides
With optical coupler
Particular coupling structure
C385S129000
Reexamination Certificate
active
11559520
ABSTRACT:
A substantially flat upper cladding surface over a waveguide core facilitates transverse-coupling between assembled waveguides, and/or provides mechanical alignment and/or support. An embedding medium may be employed for securing optical assemblies and protecting optical surfaces thereof. Structural elements fabricated with a low-profile core may be employed for providing mechanical alignment and/or support, aiding in the encapsulation process, and so forth.
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Blauvelt Henry A.
Hunzicker Guido
Paslaski Joel S.
Vernooy David W.
Alavi David S.
Christie Parker & Hale LLP
HOYA Corporation USA
Kim Ellen
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