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Device and method for reinforcing optical fiber fusion spliced part

US7040818B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 23, 2004
Grant dateMay 9, 2006
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Expiry dateJun 10, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/2558
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A device for reinforcing an optical fiber fusion spliced part a heating mechanism for heating a protective member and optical fiber clamping mechanisms which are arranged at both sides of the heating mechanism. Relative height positions of the heating mechanism and the optical fiber clamping mechanisms are configured to be changeable.

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