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Graded index lens structure suitable for optical fiber termination

US5172271A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 26, 1991
Grant dateDec 15, 1992
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Expiry dateNov 26, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/4206
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A graded index lens having one end-surface thereof adapted for connection to an optical fiber or the like characterized by an axially asymmetrically tapered end portion terminating in the end-surface.

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