Patents by Inventor David T. Mullen

David T. Mullen has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Expanded beam optical insert
    Patent number: 8824841
    Abstract: An expanded beam optical insert is provided for use in optical data connectors, such as fiber optic connectors or the like. The expanded beam optical insert may be readily assembled, substantially without the use of costly fixturing tools or adhesives, while still allowing the precise positioning of alignment of optical lenses for placement of ferrule assemblies, optical stubs, and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2014
    Inventor: David T. Mullen