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Method of manufacturing a limited mode optical fiber

US4140505A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 12, 1976
Grant dateFeb 20, 1979
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Expiry dateJul 12, 1996

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC03B2203/26
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A single mode optical fiber having a central core region of uniform composition and thickness and core end regions each having a core with a graded composition and increasing thickness. The fiber towards the ends of the fiber maintains a constant normalized frequency with a minimum bending loss. Methods are also provided for forming the fibers from a fiber optic preform.

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