Adjusting and aligning mechanism and optical fiber movable connector

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of optical fiber connectors, in particular to an adjusting and aligning mechanism and an optical fiber movable connector, and the adjusting and aligning mechanism comprises an aligning assembly which comprises a sleeve, a moving groove formed in the inner wall of the sleeve, and a moving block and a first spring which are arranged in the moving groove; the adjusting assembly comprises a stopping block and a circular ring which are arranged on the sleeve, placing grooves which are symmetrically formed in the sleeve, and fixing pieces and filling pieces which are arranged on the placing grooves, and the aligning assembly is arranged, so that when a fiber core is inserted into the sleeve, the fiber core can sequentially penetrate through three moving blocks, and the fiber core is inserted into the sleeve; and the fiber core is guided through the three moving blocks, so that the fiber core can be accurately inserted into the connector body.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of optical fiber connectors, in particular to an adjustment and alignment mechanism and an optical fiber active connector. Background Art

[0002] Fiber optic connectors are devices used to connect and disconnect optical fibers. They are commonly used in fiber optic communication systems, data centers, and other optical applications. The design and performance of fiber optic connectors are very important to the performance and stability of the entire fiber optic system. The following are some key issues related to fiber optic connectors: 1. Connection stability: The design of fiber optic connectors needs to ensure stability during connection to ensure the transmission quality of optical signals. The connector needs to be able to be firmly inserted and fixed on the optical fiber connector, and there should be no loosening or mismatching during connection; 2. Optical loss: When connecting two optical fibers, the fiber optic connector needs to minimize the transmission loss of the optical signal to ensure efficient optical signal transmission. Therefore, the design of the connector requires a flat surface and high optical surface quality to reduce the reflection and loss of optical signals during connection; 3. Durability: Since optical fiber connections require frequent plugging and unplugging, the connector needs to have good durability and stability and be able to withstand multiple connections and disassembly without causing performance degradation or damage; 4. Environmental adaptability: Fiber optic active connectors need to be able to work normally under various environmental conditions, including the influence of environmental factors such as temperature changes and humidity; 5. Standardization and compatibility: The design of fiber optic active connectors needs to comply with industry standards to ensure their compatibility with other equipment and fiber optic products so that they can be widely used in different fiber optic systems.

[0003] When connecting to an optical fiber, existing connectors usually use a stripper to strip off a section of the optical fiber's outer skin, and then insert the fiber core into the connector. Due to the length of the channel on the inner wall of the connector, the fiber core may bend or be blocked by the inner wall during the insertion process, and the fiber core cannot be inserted accurately. At the same time, most connectors are integrated as a whole, or are fixed together by screws or buckles, and cannot be quickly disassembled when the connector is repaired. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this section is to summarize some aspects of the embodiments of the utility model and briefly introduce some preferred embodiments. Some simplifications or omissions may be made in this section and the specification abstract and utility model name of this application to avoid blurring the purpose of this section, specification abstract and utility model name, and such simplifications or omissions cannot be used to limit the scope of the utility model.

[0005] In view of the above-mentioned problem that the fiber core cannot be inserted accurately, the present utility model is proposed.

[0006] Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide an adjustment and alignment mechanism.

[0007] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model provides the following technical solutions: an adjustment alignment mechanism, comprising, an alignment assembly, comprising a sleeve, a moving groove provided on the inner wall of the sleeve, and a moving block and a first spring arranged in the moving groove;

[0008] The adjustment component comprises a blocking block and a circular ring arranged on the sleeve, a placement groove symmetrically opened on the sleeve, and a fixing piece and a filling piece arranged on the placement groove.

[0009] As a preferred solution of the adjustment and alignment mechanism of the utility model, the movable groove, movable block and first spring are provided in three groups, the first spring is located between the movable groove and the movable block, and the length of each group of movable groove, movable block and first spring gradually increases.

[0010] As a preferred solution of the adjustment and alignment mechanism of the utility model, there are two blocking blocks, the ring is located between the two blocking blocks, and the placement groove is located between the ring and one of the blocking blocks.

[0011] As a preferred solution of the adjustment and alignment mechanism of the utility model, the fixing member includes lifting grooves opened on both sides of the placement groove, a lifting plate and a second spring arranged between the lifting grooves, a tilting frame and a connecting rod arranged on the lifting plate, and an arc plate arranged on the connecting rod.

[0012] As a preferred solution of the adjustment and alignment mechanism of the utility model, the second spring is located between the lifting plate and the lifting slot, the tilting frame and the connecting rod are sequentially arranged on both sides of the lifting plate, and the side of the tilting frame close to the ring is arranged as an inclined surface.

[0013] As a preferred solution of the adjustment and alignment mechanism of the utility model, the filling piece includes a stop plate symmetrically arranged on the tilting frame, a slide groove symmetrically opened on both sides of the placement groove, a slider and a third spring arranged in the slide groove, an insertion rod arranged on the slider, a rectangular plate arranged on the insertion rod, and an airbag arranged on the rectangular plate.

[0014] As a preferred solution of the adjustment and alignment mechanism of the utility model, the third spring is located between the slider and the slide groove, the end of the insertion rod away from the rectangular plate passes through the lifting plate, and rectangular grooves are provided at both ends of the arc plate, and the size of the rectangular grooves is consistent with that of the rectangular plate.

[0015] The beneficial effects of the adjustment and alignment mechanism described in the utility model are as follows: the utility model is provided with an alignment component, and when the fiber core is inserted into the sleeve, the fiber core will pass through the three moving blocks in sequence, and the three moving blocks will guide the fiber core so that it can be accurately inserted into the connector body; by providing an adjustment component and a fixing part, the light can be fixed so that it will not shake during use, and by providing a filling part, optical fibers of different sizes can be fixed.

[0016] In actual use, there is still a problem that the connector cannot be quickly disassembled when repairing it.

[0017] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model also provides the following technical solutions: an optical fiber active connector, including the above adjustment and alignment mechanism, and also including an installation component, a connector body used in conjunction with the sleeve, a fixing block arranged on the connector body, and a connecting block arranged on the sleeve.

[0018] As a preferred solution of the optical fiber active connector of the utility model, wherein: the fixing block and the connecting block are both annular, and the diameter of the fixing block is smaller than that of the connecting block.

[0019] As a preferred solution of the optical fiber active connector of the utility model, wherein: arc surfaces are arranged on both sides of the connector body, and a plurality of anti-slip pads are arranged on the surface of the connector body.

[0020] The beneficial effects of the optical fiber active connector described in the utility model are as follows: the utility model is provided with an installation assembly, and when the connector body is repaired, it only needs to rotate the sleeve to separate the connecting block at one end of the sleeve from the fixing block, and the connector can be quickly disassembled. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the utility model, the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0022] Figure 1 FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of the overall alignment assembly.

[0023] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure.

[0024] Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the structure of the adjustment component.

[0025] Figure 4 for Figure 3Magnified view of area A.

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure after the connector body and sleeve are installed.

[0027] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure after the connector body and sleeve are separated. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] In order to make the above-mentioned purposes, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, the specific implementation methods of the present invention are described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0029] In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the present invention, but the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art may make similar generalizations without violating the connotation of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0030] Secondly, the term "one embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The term "in one embodiment" that appears in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor does it refer to a separate or selective embodiment that is mutually exclusive with other embodiments.

[0031] Example 1

[0032] Reference Figure 1 - Figure 2 , which is the first embodiment of the utility model, and provides an adjustment alignment mechanism, including, an alignment assembly 100, including a sleeve 101, a moving groove 102 provided on the inner wall of the sleeve 101, the moving groove 102 has three groups, each group has two, and a moving block 103 and a first spring 104 arranged in the moving groove 102, the moving block 103 is slidably installed in the moving groove 102, and the moving block 103 can be reset by the first spring 104;

[0033] The adjustment assembly 200 includes a blocking block 201 and a ring 202 arranged on the sleeve 101, the blocking block 201 is fixedly installed on the sleeve 101, the ring 202 is threadedly installed on the sleeve 101, a placement groove 203 is symmetrically opened on the sleeve 101, and a fixing member 204 and a filling member 205 are arranged on the placement groove 203. The optical fiber can be fixed by the fixing member 204, and the optical fiber of different sizes can be fixed by the filling member 205.

[0034] Specifically, three groups of movable grooves 102, movable blocks 103 and first springs 104 are provided, there are gaps between each group, a cavity is opened in the middle of the movable block 103, the first spring 104 is located between the movable grooves 102 and the movable block 103, the movable block 103 can be reset by the first spring 104, and the length of each group of movable grooves 102, movable blocks 103 and first springs 104 gradually increases.

[0035] Operation process: When in use, the outer sheath of the optical fiber is stripped by a stripper so that the internal fiber core can leak out a certain distance. At this time, the fiber core is inserted into the interior of the sleeve 101. At this time, the fiber core will pass through the three moving blocks 103 in sequence, and the moving blocks 103 will play a guiding role. As the optical fiber is inserted, the outer sheath of the optical fiber will contact with one group of moving blocks 103 and squeeze it to move, so that the three groups of moving blocks 103 gradually approach and contact, further improving the accuracy. At the same time, when removing the optical fiber, it is only necessary to release the fixation of the adjustment component 200, and the reaction force of the three groups of first springs 104 will push the three groups of moving blocks 103 to reset in sequence, and the light can also be pushed out during the movement without the need for manual pulling out by the staff.

[0036] Example 2

[0037] Reference Figure 3 - Figure 4 , which is the second embodiment of the utility model. This embodiment is different from the first embodiment in that there are two blocking blocks 201, and the ring 202 is located between the two blocking blocks 201, so that the ring 202 does not need to be screwed out, preventing the ring 202 from being lost, and the placement groove 203 is located between the ring 202 and one of the blocking blocks 201.

[0038] Specifically, the fixing member 204 includes lifting grooves opened on both sides of the placement groove 203, a lifting plate 204a and a second spring 204b arranged between the lifting grooves, the lifting plate 204a and the lifting grooves are slidably connected, and there are tilting frames 204c and connecting rods 204d fixedly installed on the lifting plate 204a. Each lifting plate 204a is installed with a plurality of connecting rods 204d, and an arc plate 204e fixedly installed on the connecting rod 204d, and the optical fiber is clamped and fixed by the arc plate 204e.

[0039] Furthermore, the second spring 204b is fixedly installed between the lifting plate 204a and the lifting slot, the tilting frame 204c and the connecting rod 204d are fixedly installed on both sides of the lifting plate 204a in sequence, and the side of the tilting frame 204c close to the ring 202 is set as an inclined surface, and the tilting frame 204c can be squeezed by the ring 202.

[0040] Furthermore, the filling piece 205 includes a support plate 205a symmetrically arranged on the tilting frame 204c, the support plate 205a is slidably installed on the tilting frame 204c, and after the support plate 205a extends from the tilting frame 204c, it will also be located inside the placement groove 203, the slide grooves symmetrically opened on both sides of the placement groove 203, the slider 205b and the third spring 205c are arranged in the slide groove, the slider 205b and the slide groove are slidably connected, the insertion rod 205d fixedly installed on the slider 205b, the rectangular plate 205e fixedly installed on the insertion rod 205d, and the air bag 205f fixedly installed on the rectangular plate 205e, and the optical fibers of different sizes are fixed by the extrusion after the deformation of the air bag 205f.

[0041] Furthermore, the third spring 205c is fixedly installed between the slider 205b and the slide groove, and the end of the rod 205d away from the rectangular plate 205e passes through the lifting plate 204a and is slidably connected to the lifting plate 204a. Rectangular grooves are provided at both ends of the arc plate 204e, and the size of the rectangular grooves is consistent with the rectangular plate 205e.

[0042] The rest of the structure is the same as that of Example 1.

[0043] Operation process: After the optical fiber is inserted, the ring 202 is rotated to move it. As it moves, the tilting frames 204c on both sides are squeezed, so that the two tilting frames 204c move toward opposite sides. At the same time, the tilting frames 204c also push the lifting plate 204a, and the arc plate 204e contacts the two sides of the optical fiber through the connecting rod 204d. At this time, the second spring 204b is squeezed and compressed, so that the light is clamped and fixed. If the size of the light is small, the abutment plates 205a on both sides of the tilting frame 204c are pulled outwards. As the lifting plate 204a moves, the abutment plates 205a push the insertion rod 205d. One end is squeezed so that the insertion rod 205d pushes the slider 205b and the rectangular plate 205e to move toward the two ends of the optical fiber. At this time, the third spring 205c is squeezed and compressed, and the deformation caused by the contact between the air bag 205f and the outer wall of the optical fiber can clamp and fix the optical fibers of different sizes. When disassembling the optical fiber, it is only necessary to twist the ring 202 to reset it. The blocking block 201 makes it unnecessary to twist the ring 202 out to prevent loss. At this time, the reaction force of the second spring 204b and the third spring 205c pushes the arc plate 204e and the air bag 205f to reset, thereby releasing the fixation of the optical fiber.

[0044] Example 3

[0045] Reference Figure 5 - Figure 6, which is the third embodiment of the utility model. Different from the above embodiments, this embodiment provides an optical fiber active connector, including the above-mentioned adjustment and alignment mechanism, and also includes an installation component 300, a connector body 301 used in conjunction with the sleeve 101, a fixing block 302 fixedly mounted on the connector body 301, and a connecting block 303 fixedly mounted on the sleeve 101.

[0046] Specifically, the fixing block 302 and the connecting block 303 are both annular, and the diameter of the fixing block 302 is smaller than that of the connecting block 303 .

[0047] Furthermore, arc surfaces are provided on both sides of the connector body 301 , and a plurality of anti-skid pads are provided on the surface of the connector body 301 , so that the anti-skid pads prevent slipping when the connector body 301 is taken.

[0048] The rest of the structure is the same as that of Example 2.

[0049] Operation process: Before use, the fixing block 302 and the connecting block 303 are screwed together so that the fiber core can be inserted into the connector body 301. When repairing the connector body 301, the sleeve 101 can be quickly separated from the fixing block 302 by rotating it, thereby completing the disassembly and facilitating subsequent repairs.

[0050] Importantly, it should be noted that the construction and arrangement of the present application shown in a plurality of different exemplary embodiments are only exemplary. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, it should be readily understood by those who refer to this disclosure that many modifications are possible (e.g., the size, scale, structure, shape and ratio of various elements, and parameter values ​​(e.g., temperature, pressure, etc.), installation arrangement, use of materials, color, directional changes, etc.) without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described in the application. For example, the element shown as integrally formed can be composed of multiple parts or elements, the position of the element can be inverted or otherwise changed, and the nature or number or position of the discrete element can be changed or changed. Therefore, all such modifications are intended to be included in the scope of the present invention. The order or sequence of any process or method steps can be changed or reordered according to alternative embodiments. In the claims, any "device plus function" clause is intended to cover the structure of the execution function described herein, and is not only structurally equivalent but also equivalent structure. Without departing from the scope of the present invention, other replacements, modifications, changes and omissions can be made in the design, operating conditions and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments. Therefore, the invention is not limited to a specific embodiment, but extends to numerous modifications still falling within the scope of the appended claims.

[0051] Additionally, in order to provide a concise description of exemplary embodiments, all features of an actual embodiment (ie, those features that are not relevant to the best mode presently contemplated for carrying out the invention or those that are not relevant to implementing the invention) may not be described.

[0052] It will be appreciated that in the development of any actual implementation, as in any engineering or design project, numerous implementation-specific decisions may be made. Such a development effort may be complex and time-consuming, but will be a routine task of design, fabrication, and production for those of ordinary skill having the benefit of this disclosure without undue experimentation.

[0053] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of the utility model rather than to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, ordinary technicians in the field should understand that the technical solution of the utility model can be modified or replaced by equivalents without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of the utility model, which should be included in the scope of the claims of the utility model.

Claims

1. An adjustment and alignment mechanism, characterized in that: include, An alignment assembly (100) comprises a sleeve (101), a moving groove (102) provided on the inner wall of the sleeve (101), and a moving block (103) and a first spring (104) arranged in the moving groove (102); The adjustment assembly (200) comprises a blocking block (201) and a ring (202) arranged on the sleeve (101), a placement groove (203) symmetrically arranged on the sleeve (101), and a fixing member (204) and a filling member (205) arranged on the placement groove (203).

2. The adjustment and alignment mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The movable groove (102), the movable block (103) and the first spring (104) are provided in three groups, the first spring (104) is located between the movable groove (102) and the movable block (103), and the length of each group of the movable groove (102), the movable block (103) and the first spring (104) gradually increases.

3. The adjustment and alignment mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: There are two blocking blocks (201), the circular ring (202) is located between the two blocking blocks (201), and the placement groove (203) is located between the circular ring (202) and one of the blocking blocks (201).

4. The adjustment and alignment mechanism according to claim 1 or 3, characterized in that: The fixing member (204) comprises lifting grooves opened on both sides of the placement groove (203), a lifting plate (204a) and a second spring (204b) arranged between the lifting grooves, a tilting frame (204c) and a connecting rod (204d) arranged on the lifting plate (204a), and an arc plate (204e) arranged on the connecting rod (204d).

5. The adjustment and alignment mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: The second spring (204b) is located between the lifting plate (204a) and the lifting slot, the tilting frame (204c) and the connecting rod (204d) are sequentially arranged on both sides of the lifting plate (204a), and the side of the tilting frame (204c) close to the circular ring (202) is arranged as an inclined surface.

6. The adjustment and alignment mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: The filling member (205) comprises a stop plate (205a) symmetrically arranged on the tilting frame (204c), a slide groove symmetrically opened on both sides of the placement groove (203), a slider (205b) and a third spring (205c) arranged in the slide groove, an insertion rod (205d) arranged on the slider (205b), a rectangular plate (205e) arranged on the insertion rod (205d), and an air bag (205f) arranged on the rectangular plate (205e).

7. The adjustment and alignment mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that: The third spring (205c) is located between the slider (205b) and the slide groove, the end of the insertion rod (205d) away from the rectangular plate (205e) passes through the lifting plate (204a), and rectangular grooves are provided at both ends of the arc plate (204e), and the size of the rectangular grooves is consistent with that of the rectangular plate (205e).

8. An optical fiber active connector, characterized in that: The method comprises the adjustment and alignment mechanism according to any one of claims 1 to 7, and further comprises: A mounting assembly (300), a connector body (301) used in conjunction with the sleeve (101), a fixing block (302) arranged on the connector body (301), and a connecting block (303) arranged on the sleeve (101).

9. The optical fiber active connector according to claim 8, characterized in that: The fixing block (302) and the connecting block (303) are both annular in shape, and the diameter of the fixing block (302) is smaller than that of the connecting block (303).

10. The optical fiber active connector according to claim 8 or 9, characterized in that: Both sides of the connector body (301) are provided with arc surfaces, and the surface of the connector body (301) is provided with a plurality of anti-slip pads.

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