Multi-channel fiber optic connector
CA 1262211 C · Owner: Ellis, Roger H. · Inventors: Ellis, Roger H.; Alyea, John W.
Overview
Its claims, description and drawings are in the Canadian Patents Database.
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A connector for connecting two groups of optical fibers in axial alignment comprises a recepticle having therein a bore extending through it for holding therein two plugs, one on each side. The surface of the bore has two flat portions, one at each end. The portions of the plugs to be inserted into the bore also has flat portions shaped to contact the flat portions of the bore surface. The shape of the bore and of the plugs are such that after the plugs are inserted into the bore with the complementary flat portions in contact. rotation of the plugs relative to the recepticle is thereby prevented or reduced and so that the two plugs are substantially fixed in postion relative to each other. …
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Why it's free to use
- Granted October 10, 1989. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended October 10, 2006.
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