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Parallel optical interconnect

US5631988A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 21, 1996
Grant dateMay 20, 1997
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Expiry dateJun 21, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/43
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An optical interconnect is disclosed that couples multiple optical fibers to an array of optoelectronic devices. The interconnect includes a multiple optical fiber connector and an optoelectronic board. The multiple fiber connector can be mechanically attached to or detached from the board.

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