Rugged MT-MT connector
US7234875B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 2, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jun 26, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 8, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/3821
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The device includes first and second ferrules, first and second housings, and first and second holders. The first and second ferrules have respective first and second mating ends. The first housing has a first cantilever spring, a second cantilever spring, and a first recess for accommodating the first ferrule. The second housing has a third cantilever spring, a fourth cantilever spring, and a second recess for accommodating the second ferrule. The first holder is interposed between the first ferrule and the first and second cantilever springs. The second holder is interposed between the second ferrule and the third and fourth cantilever springs. In a connected state, the first mating end of the first ferrule contacts the second mating end of the second ferrule so that the first ferrule is in optical communication with the second ferrule.
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