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Optical active connector plug for LAN and its connector port

US6758693B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 22, 2002
Grant dateJul 6, 2004
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Expiry dateSep 7, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/4295
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

LAN device and tools can be connected only by optical fiber cables without providing a space for additional LAN devices and tools and changing an electric connector interface of the LAN devices and tools already established. Heat radiation produced in a connector can be effectively discharged and electromagnetic wave can be prevented from radiating to an exterior of the connector

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