Title :
Multi-core fiber connector with precise rotational angle alignment
Author :
Saito, Kazuyuki ; Matsui, Takashi ; Nakajima, Kensuke ; Kurashima, T.
Author_Institution :
Access Network Service Syst. Labs., NTT Corp., Tsukuba, Japan
Abstract :
We propose a novel connector for a multi-core fiber with an arbitrary core distance. This connector suppresses rotational angle offset by utilizing a ferrule/sleeve with a V-groove/pin.
Keywords :
optical fibre communication; optical fibre couplers; V-groove; arbitrary core distance; ferrule; multicore fiber connector; pin; precise rotational angle alignment; rotational angle offset; sleeve; Accuracy; Optical fiber devices; Optical fiber networks; Optical fibers; Plugs;
Conference_Titel :
Optical Fibre Technology, 2014 OptoElectronics and Communication Conference and Australian Conference on
Conference_Location :
Melbourne, VIC
