Improved Optical Coupler.
Abstract
In the patent application an optical coupler which deflects light energy out of and into an optical path comprises first and second contiguous portions of material substantially transparent to the light energy and disposed to transmit the light energy in continuity along the desired optical path. A reflective surface at the interface of the first and second portions of the coupler is positioned to intercept at least part of the optical path and is also angularly disposed to reflect light energy out of and into the intercepted part of the optical path. The coupler may be made of suitable glass, plastic, or glass rods supported in plastic or other appropriate material. The coupler may also include optical connectors disposed to be joined to sections of optical cable for completing the continuity of an optical path.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 02, 1974
- Accession Number
- ADD000567
Entities
People
- Henry F. Taylor
Organizations
- United States Department of the Navy