Coupling Light Guides TRIZ Cases

Epitaxially grown silicon mold creates a silicon nitride waveguide with a linear reflective face angled greater than 50 degrees, reducing optical loss.

A compact optical assembly uses a reflection prism and cover post to enable passive alignment of optical elements.

Optical receiving apparatus positions monitoring element on separate end face to prevent cross talk interference from locally oscillated light reflection.

Grating coupler merges multiple coupling functions to resolve complexity-efficiency trade-offs in space-division multiplexed systems.

A distribution point unit uses a conductive heat sink to transfer thermal energy from electronic components directly to the casing.

Adiabatic optical coupling in a wafer prober minimizes silicon real estate sacrificed for test structures during in-wafer photonic testing.

Segmented trench eliminates wafer bonding complexity while maintaining optical isolation.

A pressing jig aligns optical module receptacles and fiber holders using a movable retainer to secure clip members.

A shutter reflects optical signals while a heat-resistant light-absorbing member captures stray radiation inside the connector housing.

Adiabatic tapering of fused fibers expands the mode field to match high numerical aperture rods, eliminating complex alignment requirements.

Dual clamping sections secure the fiber and sheath via cutting elements, eliminating torque requirements during assembly while maintaining a watertight seal.

An optical fiber connector uses an asymmetric key insert to mate with a ferrule flange, ensuring stable alignment during assembly.

Asymmetric strip-like waveguides prevent pattern deformation during fabrication, resolving manufacturing precision trade-offs while reducing optical loss.

A multi-function cutting fixture integrates multiple fiber placing grooves and elastomer contact structures to securely hold optical fibers.

Multi-layer ground electrodes confine electric fields between signal electrodes, reducing crosstalk while maintaining high-frequency characteristics.

An optical transceiver uses an integrated substrate to align paired transmitter and receiver sub-assemblies for compact housing.

A distributed fiber sensing system generates pairs of ultra-narrow linewidth interrogating pulses for direct detection.

A tunable multiport optical filter uses a rotating mirror and diffraction grating to spatially separate wavelength components.

A polyarylene sulfide resin composition with controlled melt viscosity and silica particles yields molded optical ferrules.

A glass fiber hole plate uses femtosecond laser irradiation chemical etching to form precise pathways for optical fiber alignment.

Laser ablation creates precise grooves in quartz waveguide chips for optical component integration.

A fusion splicer uses V-shaped and inverted-V guiding portions to position bare fibers into a receiving groove.

A fiber array unit assembly with micro-lenses aligns optical fibers to photonic edge couplers.

Curved grating sidewalls minimize back reflection in semiconductor devices, enabling higher signal transmission rates.

Relaxed alignment tolerance reduces manufacturing cost for disposable medical devices while maintaining light transfer.

Spatially separated lead frames with direct air cooling manage heat dissipation in optical communications modules.

Multi-port aggregated cables merge multiple optical transceivers into single units, reducing faceplate area usage while maintaining connection reliability.

A removable splice tray routes excess fibers to a workstation, resolving chassis space constraints during splicing operations.

Capillary segments with varying slope profiles minimize light leakage and brightness degradation in high-power fiber lasers.

Segmented threading block with integrated rubber plug prevents dust and water ingress to meet IP65 sealing standards.

A wavelength selective switch mirror adjusts curvature via thermal expansion strips to stabilize optical performance.

Axially movable members in an optical connector body perform light blocking and cleaning functions through integrated locking mechanisms.

Compression members apply mechanical force to gel inserts within end cap assemblies, creating seals that eliminate heat shrink tubing and simplify fiber repair.

An angled facet combined with a non-adiabatic section directs light out of the waveguide, preventing reflection loss while avoiding excessive chip width.

A vulcanized rubber support body with through-channels seals microtubes against moisture ingress while accommodating varying diameters without complex assembly.

A transparent light guiding member routes illumination through a segmented flexible circuit board to define the fingerprint identification area.

Tilted coupling waveguides reduce back reflection below 10^-5 while asymmetric alignment features enable sub-micron passive positioning accuracy.

Self-aligning rails in the cage assembly enable hot-pluggable optical module serviceability without custom embedded designs.

An expanded beam optical connector uses a beam width altering lens to route signals between components.

An elastic stop on a deformable actuator disengages from housing notches when force is applied, enabling dual-side access while maintaining secure retention.

A bend inducing fiber array unit uses anti-recovery plates and a V-groove chip to secure optical fibers at a relative angle.

Integrated cable lock and retention body mechanically secure fiber optic strength members through engineered engagement surfaces.

A relay substrate with a spacer establishes conduction between the seat and rear surface to transmit electric signals.

A fiber tap coupler fabrication method fuses outer claddings over short lengths to transmit optical power with minimal throughput loss.

Upward force positions the ferrule before contact, resolving axial misalignment from vertical displacement.

Self-service elastic shutters obstruct light beams and prevent dust entry without manual caps, resolving eye safety risks during connector mating.

Spaced seal resins in a fiber accommodation groove prevent microbend and light leakage under high temperatures.

A specialized optical interface tool with a C-shaped cradle and L-shaped hook enables precise remote insertion and extraction of fiber connectors.

An intermediate circuit board enables heterogeneous integration of optical engine modules and switch dies within a single electronic package.