Title :
Automated assembly of parallel fiber optic cables
Author :
Igl, S.A. ; DeBaun, B.A. ; Lee, N.A. ; Smith, T.L. ; Henson, G.D. ; Kuczma, A.S. ; Pepeljugoski, P.K.
Author_Institution :
3M Co., Maplewood, MN, USA
Abstract :
The INCA (IN-line Cable Assembly) process was developed for assembling fiber optic cables automatically. During the INCA process, precisely coated fibers are laminated between the cable backing materials. Connectors are installed robotically onto the fibers as required. After the cable is assembled, the connectors are finished and body parts are added. Automation of the assembly process is efficient and results in high quality fiber optic cable assemblies
Keywords :
assembling; optical cables; optical fibre couplers; INCA; automated assembly; connector; in-line cable assembly; lamination; parallel fiber optic cable; precision coated fiber; robotics; Coatings; Connectors; Optical fiber cables; Optical fibers; Polymer films; Protection; Robotic assembly; Robotics and automation; Robustness; Silicon compounds;
Conference_Titel :
Electronic Components and Technology Conference, 1997. Proceedings., 47th
Conference_Location :
San Jose, CA
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-3857-X
DOI :
10.1109/ECTC.1997.606201
