Fiber optic connector with fiber end protection
US11422311B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 8, 2020 |
| Grant date | Aug 23, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 8, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/3849
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present disclosure relates to fiber optic connection systems including fiber optic connector having retractable noses for protecting bare fiber ends of ferrule-less connectors. In certain examples, the retractable noses are used in combination with protective shutters. In other examples, the retractable noses can accommodate multiple optical fibers.
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