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Metal cable terminal for light guiding cable
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-11-09
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Granted: 1973-09-11
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Expires: 1991-11-09
Abstract
Abstract A metal cable terminal for light guiding cable, particularly adapted for application to a light diffuser, provided with one or more attachment members.
Inventors
- 👤 G Codrino
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 22:29
CPC Classifications
G; G02; G02B; G02B6/00; G02B6/24; G02B6/36; G02B6/40; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T29/00; Y10T29/49; Y10T29/49826; Y10T29/49908; Y10T29/49925; Y10T29/49927; Y10T29/49929
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
141 words
In an arrangement for connecting a light guiding cable to a light diffuser, a cable terminal for a light guiding cable comprising a plurality of light guiding filaments, said terminal comprising in combination a male coupling member including a metal sleeve surrounding an end portion of the cable and having an annular flange at one end located spaced from the free end of the cable, a first annular groove in said sleeve adjacent said flange and a second annular groove adjacent the other end of the sleeve and tightly engaging the filaments of the cable; and at least one female coupling member connected to said light diffuser and having an end edge for engagement with said flange of said male coupling member and an annular constriction for lodging in said first annular groove of said male coupling member when connected thereto.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
141 words
In an arrangement for connecting a light guiding cable to a light diffuser, a cable terminal for a light guiding cable comprising a plurality of light guiding filaments, said terminal comprising in combination a male coupling member including a metal sleeve surrounding an end portion of the cable and having an annular flange at one end located spaced from the free end of the cable, a first annular groove in said sleeve adjacent said flange and a second annular groove adjacent the other end of the sleeve and tightly engaging the filaments of the cable; and at least one female coupling member connected to said light diffuser and having an end edge for engagement with said flange of said male coupling member and an annular constriction for lodging in said first annular groove of said male coupling member when connected thereto.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
An arrangement as defined in claim 1, wherein said sleeve has a polygonal cross section.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
15 words
An arrangement as defined in claim 1, wherein said sleeve has a circular cross section.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
17 words
An arrangement as defined in claim 1, wherein said light guiding cable has a polished end face.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
32 words
An arrangement as defined in claim 1, wherein said light diffuser is provided with a plurality of female coupling members projecting circumferentially spaced from each other and in substantial radial direction therefrom.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-09-10 | 1977-03-12 | 1977-09-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-09-10 | 1981-03-12 | 1981-09-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-09-10 | 1985-03-12 | 1985-09-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |