Optical fiber connector containing a light detector
CA 1137602 A · Owner: N.V. Philips Gloeilampenfabrieken · Inventors: Mannschke, Lothar P.
Overview
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Open the CIPO recordAbstract From the Canadian patent
The invention relates to a, socket for a plug and socket connection for coupling an optical fibre used in optical (tele-)communication systems. The socket comprises a light detector for utilising the light radiated beside the optical fibre and for converting this light into an electrical signal for controlling the (power) dissipation of the light source.
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- Granted December 14, 1982. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended December 14, 1999.
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