Fiber optic connector with adhesive management
US9946033B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 3, 2016 |
| Grant date | Apr 17, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 3, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B6/3885
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fiber optic connector includes a ferrule configured to receive and support one or more optical fibers and at least one component coupled to a surface of the ferrule by an adhesive. The at least one component overlays a footprint area defined on the surface to which the adhesive is applied, and the surface has a plurality of recessed formations within the footprint area to accommodate the adhesive.
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