US4773724A
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Packaging for fiber optic devices
Assignee: McDonnell Douglas Corp
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Filing: 1987-04-13
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Granted: 1988-09-27
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Expires: 2007-04-13
Abstract
Abstract There is provided by this invention packaging for fiber optic devices that utilizes two concentric cylinders such that one end of the inner cylinder is rigidly fixed to the outer cylinder, while the other end is flexibly attached to the outer cylinder. This attachment isolates the inner tube which supports the fiber optic device from the axial compressive strain subjected to the outer tube. An overall flexible sealing material is applied to seal the device.
Inventors
- 👤 Harvey C. Bjornlie
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 01:15
CPC Classifications
G; G02; G02B; G02B6/00; G02B6/24; G02B6/255; G02B6/2558; G02B6/44; G02B6/4401; G02B6/4415; G02B6/4427; G02B6/4428; G02B6/36; G02B6/38; G02B6/3807; G02B6/381; G02B6/3816; G02B6/42; G02B6/4201; G02B6/4248
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
98 words
A package assembly for fiber optic devices, comprising: (a) an inner tubular means for supporting a fiber optic device; (b) an outer tubular means for enclosing the inner tubular means having one end of the inner tubular means rigidly connected thereto and the other end flexibly connected to the outer tubular means; (c) a high temperature thermally conductive sealing means for sealing the ends of the inner tubular means; (d) a high temperature thermally conductive sealing means for sealing the ends of the outer tubular means; and (e) a flexible sealing means for enclosing the outer tubular means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
98 words
A package assembly for fiber optic devices, comprising: (a) an inner tubular means for supporting a fiber optic device; (b) an outer tubular means for enclosing the inner tubular means having one end of the inner tubular means rigidly connected thereto and the other end flexibly connected to the outer tubular means; (c) a high temperature thermally conductive sealing means for sealing the ends of the inner tubular means; (d) a high temperature thermally conductive sealing means for sealing the ends of the outer tubular means; and (e) a flexible sealing means for enclosing the outer tubular means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
29 words
A package assembly for fiber optic devices as recited in claim 1 wherein the inner tubular means is generally comprised of the same material as the fiber optic device.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
A package assembly for fiber optic devices as recited in claim 1 wherein the high temperature thermally conductive sealing means is generally comprised of epoxy.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
A package assembly for fiber optic devices as recited in claim 1 wherein the ends of the outer tubular means are sealed with a ferrule.
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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) | 1991-09-27 | 1992-03-28 | 1992-09-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1995-09-27 | 1996-03-28 | 1996-09-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1999-09-27 | 2000-03-28 | 2000-09-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |