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Optical cable

US8989543B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 15, 2012
Grant dateMar 24, 2015
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Expiry dateApr 10, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B6/443
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An optical cable comprises an optical fiber ribbon, a tension member and a sheath. The optical fiber ribbon is constructed by integrating a plurality of optical fibers arranged in parallel. The sheath is provided so as to surround the optical fiber ribbon. The sheath is used for protecting the optical cable. One optical fiber ribbon is arranged twistably within an inner space surrounded by the sheath.

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