Patents by Inventor Glenn G. Riddell

Glenn G. Riddell 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).

  • Ferrules having an anti-rotation feature and fiber optic connectors using the same
    Patent number: 8496386
    Abstract: Ferrules having anti-rotation features along with fiber optic connectors using the same are disclosed. The ferrules have a body with a first diameter and at least one bore extending from a rear end of the ferrule to a front end of the ferrule. The ferrule has at least one anti-rotation feature such as a rib. The ferrule may be part of a ferrule assembly that includes a ferrule holder where the anti-rotation feature improves the bond between the ferrule and the ferrule holder. Methods for making the ferrules and assemblies using the ferrule are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2013
    Assignee: Corning Cable Systems LLC
    Inventors: Sean M. Kerr, Louis E. Parkman, III, Glenn G. Riddell
  • Ferrules Having An Anti-Rotation Feature And Fiber Optic Connectors Using The Same
    Publication number: 20110158592
    Abstract: Ferrules having anti-rotation features along with fiber optic connectors using the same are disclosed. The ferrules have a body with a first diameter and at least one bore extending from a rear end of the ferrule to a front end of the ferrule. The ferrule has at least one anti-rotation feature such as a rib. The ferrule may be part of a ferrule assembly that includes a ferrule holder where the anti-rotation feature improves the bond between the ferrule and the ferrule holder. Methods for making the ferrules and assemblies using the ferrule are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2009
    Publication date: June 30, 2011
    Inventors: Sean M. Kerr, Louis E. Parkman, III, Glenn G. Riddell