Optical fiber assemblies and methods of forming the same
US12181719B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 16, 2022 |
| Grant date | Dec 31, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 16, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29D11/0075
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods of forming an optical fiber assembly involve placing an adhesive in a ferrule assembly, heating the ferrule assembly through thermal induction, inserting an optical fiber into the ferrule bore during or after the heating step, and securing the optical fiber to the ferrule assembly using the adhesive. The thermal induction causes the adhesive to efficiently take or maintain a melted form to allow the optical fiber insertion.
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