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  • Discrete optical receptacle assembly with alignment feature
    Patent number: 5259053
    Abstract: A discrete fiber optic receptacle assembly (10) formed of an interlocking main section (30) and end panel section (20) within which one or more active optical devices (50) may be seated and enclosed. The active optical devices (50) are urged into alignment by insertion of the end panel section (20) into the interlocking main section (30), and pegs (22) become anchored in notches (38) to maintain the alignment by a secure resistance fit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 1992
    Date of Patent: November 2, 1993
    Assignee: The Whitaker Corporation
    Inventors: Ronald R. Schaffer, Gary N. Warner