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Connection of optical waveguides to optical devices

US7153039B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 20, 2005
Grant dateDec 26, 2006
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Expiry dateMay 23, 2025

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

Abstract

An optical assembly has a socket for receiving a fiber termination ferrule. A PIN diode is on a lead frame encapsulated in a transparent body. As a fiber ferrule is pushed into the socket the electronic output from the diode is monitored to determine optimum insertion distance.

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