Micromachined multifiber optic splices

Gregory J. Sellers; Richard F. Roth

doi:10.1117/12.210096

22 May 1995 Micromachined multifiber optic splices

Gregory J. Sellers, Richard F. Roth

Proceedings Volume 2467, Fly-by-Light: Technology Transfer; (1995) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.210096
Event: SPIE's 1995 Symposium on OE/Aerospace Sensing and Dual Use Photonics, 1995, Orlando, FL, United States

Abstract

A multifiber mechanical splice concept has been developed for simultaneous mechanical joining of optical fibers in cable. This splice uses a novel 'multifiber positioner' to secure and precisely position the mating pairs of individual optical fibers to achieve excellent light throughput characteristics. The multifiber positioner is a micromachined structure that includes multiple V-grooves in silicon created via anisotropic etching. This concept has been used to create a 4-channel optical splice suitable for aircraft application. The multifiber positioner is mounted on a flexible polymeric 'elevator' and housed within a protective metal shell. The splice and shell design have been developed to facilitate user-friendly operation. The shell assembly includes a novel method for cable attachment and provides an environmental seal. The splice design concept should allow practical field use in adverse conditions.

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Gregory J. Sellers and Richard F. Roth "Micromachined multifiber optic splices", Proc. SPIE 2467, Fly-by-Light: Technology Transfer, (22 May 1995); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.210096

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