Fiber optic cables that kink with small bend radii
US7289704B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 31, 2006 |
| Grant date | Oct 30, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 31, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/4429
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Fiber optic cables are disclosed that allow a relatively small bend radius and/or may kink while still preserving optical performance. In one embodiment, the fiber optic cable includes at least one optical fiber, a first strength member, a second strength member, a core material, and a cable jacket. The core material generally surrounds the optical fiber, the first strength member, and the second strength member and the core material is deformable for cushioning the optical fiber. The cable jacket generally surrounds the core material and allows a bending radius of about 10 millimeters or less while maintaining a suitable level of optical performance.
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