Miniature bend splice in optical fibers and method of forming same
US6612753B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 9, 2000 |
| Grant date | Sep 2, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 15, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/2552
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fiber optic device for changing direction along a fiber optic path is provided. A first optical fiber having a first end portion, and a second optical fiber having a second end portion are joined at a fusion splice. A miniature bend is formed in the region of the fusion splice. The device is particularly useful for routing optical fibers in the field. A method of forming such a miniature bend in a fusion splice region between two optical fibers is also provided.
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