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Optical switch assembly

US7184186B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 8, 2004
Grant dateFeb 27, 2007
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Expiry dateMar 28, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/355
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An apparatus for switching optical signals. An optical bench includes a plurality of through-openings for receiving a plurality of collimators and a plurality of actuators. The actuators include a mirror for redirecting an optical signal from one collimator to another. The collimators and actuators are secured to the optical bench by an adhesive system that includes opposing longitudinal slots containing adhesive securing the collimators and actuators to the optical bench.

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