Simple-structure low-loss multi-core fiber LC connector using an align-by-contact method
| Autor: | Ken Manabe, Tetsu Morishima, Tetsuya Hayashi, Tomomi Sano, Shuhei Toyokawa, Tetsuya Nakanishi |
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| Rok vydání: | 2021 |
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Materials science
Optical fiber business.industry Ferrule 02 engineering and technology Flange Edge (geometry) 021001 nanoscience & nanotechnology Rotation 01 natural sciences Atomic and Molecular Physics and Optics Finite element method law.invention 010309 optics Cable gland Optics law 0103 physical sciences Fiber 0210 nano-technology business |
| Zdroj: | Optics Express. 29:9157 |
| ISSN: | 1094-4087 |
| DOI: | 10.1364/oe.417827 |
| Popis: | We present a novel single-MCF connector without any additional or high-precision parts not found on a standard single-SMF connector. The proposed connector realizes rotational fiber alignment and ferrule floating simultaneously by employing a standard MU ferrule with a straight flange edge and a modified LC housing with a tapered hole that can make contact with the ferrule flange. Fabricated connectors achieved an average loss of 0.07 dB in a random connection test and passed the Telcordia GR-326-CORE mechanical and environmental reliability test. Furthermore, we conducted numerical simulations and confirmed these positive results were due to suppression of ferrule rotation from external forces. |
| Databáze: | OpenAIRE |
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