Fiber optic module assemblies and connector assemblies using the same
US9588306B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 15, 2013 |
| Grant date | Mar 7, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 26, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/425
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Fiber optic module assemblies and optical-electrical connectors incorporating the same are disclosed. The fiber optic module assembly generally includes a total-internal-reflection (“TIR”) module having TIR body including a TIR surface to direct light to active optical components. The TIR body is coupled to a lens module including a lens body having a plurality of lens surfaces. A plurality of optical fibers may be secured within fiber support features of the TIR body that aligns ends of the optical fibers to the lenses defined by the lens body. Alignment features and index-matching adhesive may be used to couple the TIR body to the lens body. Optical-electrical connectors employing such two-piece fiber optic module assemblies are also disclosed, as well as kits of parts for providing optical communication of light between an active optical component and an optical fiber.
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