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Electro-optic connector module

US6588943B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 7, 2000
Grant dateJul 8, 2003
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Expiry dateAug 7, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/4201
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An electro-optical connector is described that provides a separable electrical interface for connecting to a circuit board. The optical connection between the fiber and the connector are semi-permanent. Also described is an electro-optical system that transfers signals between two circuit board over an optical fiber where the separable interface within the system is electrical rather than optical. Further described is a fixture with pivoting actuation and retraction for connecting a z-axis pressure mount connector to a circuit board.

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