Method for assembling a fiber optic splice
US10598856B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 17, 2019 |
| Grant date | Mar 24, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 17, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C2035/0827
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for assembling a fiber optic splice is provided. A first optical fiber end is inserted into a first clamp of the apparatus and a second optical fiber end is inserted into a second clamp of the apparatus. Situated between the first clamp and the second clamp is a curing chamber comprising a capillary tube containing resin and an ultra violet light. The first clamp moves a first distance, based on a first measured strain, towards the curing chamber. The second clamp is moved a second distance, based on a second measured strain, towards the curing chamber. The first clamp is then moved a third distance, based on a third measured strain, towards the curing chamber. The ultraviolet light is activated to cure the resin in the capillary tube.
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