Armored fiber optic assemblies and methods of forming fiber optic assemblies
US10598882B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 28, 2019 |
| Grant date | Mar 24, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 28, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/4435
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Cables have dielectric armor with an armor profile that resembles conventional metal armored cable. The armor can be formed as a single layer, without requiring an outer jacket layer. The dielectric armor provides additional crush and impact resistance for the optical fibers and/or fiber optic assembly therein. The armored cables recover substantially from deformation caused by crush loads. Additionally, the armored fiber optic assemblies can have any suitable flame and/or smoke rating for meeting the requirements of the intended space. The assemblies can additionally be lightweight and relatively inexpensive to manufacture.
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