Scope tester
US6203492A · kind A · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 23, 1999 |
| Grant date | Mar 20, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 23, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B1/00165
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A test apparatus is used in combination with a fiberoptic scope, which scope includes an eyepiece, an elongate scope body connected to and generally optically aligned with the eyepiece and a plurality of generally optically aligned lenses disposed within the scope body and optically communicating with the eyepiece. The apparatus includes a holder that supports the scope such that the eyepiece of the scope is exposed by the holder. A focusing member is telescopically interengaged with the holder. An inspection eyepiece assembly is mounted within the focusing member and includes an magnifying lens that faces and optically communicates with the eyepiece of a scope supported by the holder. The focusing member and the holder are telescopically adjusted relative to one another to focus the inspection eyepiece assembly on a selected lens of the scope. As a result, an image of the selected lens is transmitted through the inspection eyepiece assembly and examined. An assembly may also be used for magnifying, focusing and inspecting optical fibers of the scope.
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