Long length, side-emitting fiber optic cables
US6546174B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 9, 2001 |
| Grant date | Apr 8, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 9, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/001
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An extended length side emitting cable is disclosed. The cable includes transmitting and side emitting fibers. As light proceeds along the side emitting fibers, it decreases in intensity and in color quality. The transmitting fibers are coupled into the side emitting fibers to refresh the light. In this manner the cable maintains increased uniformity of color and intensity along its length.
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