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Connection method for two optical fibers having the same diameter

US3989567A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 17, 1975
Grant dateNov 2, 1976
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Expiry dateJun 17, 1995

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/3842
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Method for producing a permanent link between two optical fibers, for example by welding or cementing, according to which the two fibers are previously aligned, arranging them in the channel formed between three parallel cylindrical steel rods clamped against each other.

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