Title: Multiple optical connector

Abstract: A connector to provide multiple input-output couplings to a multi-mode opal transmission line without interrupting the radiation flow. A local scrambling cylinder is placed between a multiple input-output bundle and a bidirectional T-coupler. A mirrored surface covers an area of the rod leaving uncovered the core area of the bundle that leads to the T. Input light is reflected by the mirror evenly to provide an optical path between the inputs and the outputs without affecting transmission through the T.

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Inventors: Milton, A. Fenner (Washington, DC, US)

Application Number: 528536
Filing Date: 1974-11-29
Publication_date: 1976-02-03
Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Navy (Washington, DC)
Primary Class(es): 385/44 385/31, 385/51, 385/115
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US Patent Ref:

3874780	Apr, 1975	Love	350/96.
3883217	May, 1975	Love et al.	350/96.

Other Refs:
Primary Examiner: Borchelt, Archie R.
Assistant Examiner:
Attorney: Sciascia; R. S., Branning; A. L., Crane; M. L.