Methods for laser processing arrayed optical fibers along with splicing connectors

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9268091
APP PUB NO 20110198324A1
SERIAL NO

13028799

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A method for laser processing arrays of optical fibers and high-fiber count splicing connectors and adapters are disclosed. The method includes the steps of providing a structure having optical fibers arranged in a plurality of rows and placing a protection element adjacent to a first row of optical fibers and a second row of optical fibers. Thereafter, the first row of optical fibers can be processed using the laser. The protection element may also be used to move optical fibers. In one embodiment, the protection element has a first portion and a second portion that have relative movement therebetween. In other variations, an absorption element may be provided adjacent the first row of optical fibers for inhibiting incidental damage to the structure.

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CORNING OPTICAL COMMUNICATIONS LLC800 17TH STREET NW HICKORY NC 28601

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Hall, Radawan Granite Falls, US 12 381
Isenhour, Micah C Lincolnton, US 24 1225
Jong, Michael de Colleyville, US 13 349
Knecht, Dennis M Hickory, US 61 2454
Luther, James P Hickory, US 125 8610

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