Patents by Inventor Biji Mathew Arakkakudy
Biji Mathew Arakkakudy 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).
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Patent number: 11899260Abstract: An assembly for deploying fiber optic cable includes a housing defining a cavity and comprising a wall. The wall defines an opening allowing a fiber optic cable to pass. The assembly also includes a spool configured to store a portion of the fiber optic cable. The spool is rotatably coupled to the housing within the cavity of the housing. The assembly also includes a component module releasably coupled to the housing and comprising an adapter configured to optically couple the fiber optic cable to another fiber optic cable.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 2021Date of Patent: February 13, 2024Assignee: OPTERNA AM, INC.Inventors: Atikem Haile-Mariam, Ravindra K. Vora, Gerald J. Meier, Bret Matz, Benoy Sarasan, Biji Mathew Arakkakudy, Anoop Murali, Binoy Puthussery
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Publication number: 20230048588Abstract: A fiber distribution hub includes an enclosure defining an interior region and a frame body having a longitudinal axis. The frame body is rotatably mounted within the interior region of the enclosure such that the frame body can rotate about the longitudinal axis relative to the enclosure between a first terminal angular position and a second terminal angular position. The frame body is rotatably mounted within the interior region of the enclosure also such that the entire frame body remains within the interior region as the frame body rotates between the first terminal angular position and the second terminal angular position. The fiber distribution hub also includes a splitter coupled to the frame body and having a splitter input and a splitter output.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2022Publication date: February 16, 2023Applicant: OPTERNA AM, INC.Inventors: K.R. Suresh NAIR, Kizhakkekuttu Parameswaran CHANDRAN, Mathew Anjilimoottil THOMAS, Biji Mathew ARAKKAKUDY, Binoy J. PUTHUSSERY, E.K. Kiran KUMAR, Beevi M. MOHAMMEDALI, P.V. ASHWIN, Benoy SARASAN, Randy REAGAN
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Publication number: 20220365306Abstract: A terminal system assembly includes a base plate, a spool, an adapter module, and a spool locking washer. The base includes a spindle. The spool may be rotatingly coupled with the spindle of the base plate and to receive an input fiber cable. The adapter module may couple a fiber of the input fiber cable with a fiber of an output fiber cable. The spool locking washer may couple the adapter module with the spindle and may prevent rotation of the spool and the adapter module.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2022Publication date: November 17, 2022Applicant: OPTERNA AM, INC.Inventors: Gerald Joseph MEIER, Ravindra K. VORA, Panakkal Sadasivan SUBIN, Mundackal Muhammedali Beevi KUNJU, Biji Mathew ARAKKAKUDY, Aravind Puthenveedu JAYAPRAKASH, Renjith RAJAN
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Patent number: 11487070Abstract: A fiber distribution hub includes an enclosure defining an interior region and a frame body having a longitudinal axis. The frame body is rotatably mounted within the interior region of the enclosure such that the frame body can rotate about the longitudinal axis relative to the enclosure between a first terminal angular position and a second terminal angular position. The frame body is rotatably mounted within the interior region of the enclosure also such that the entire frame body remains within the interior region as the frame body rotates between the first terminal angular position and the second terminal angular position. The fiber distribution hub also includes a splitter coupled to the frame body and having a splitter input and a splitter output.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2020Date of Patent: November 1, 2022Assignee: OPTERNA AM, INC.Inventors: K. R. Suresh Nair, Kizhakkekuttu Parameswaran Chandran, Mathew Anjilimoottil Thomas, Biji Mathew Arakkakudy, Binoy J. Puthussery, E. K. Kiran Kumar, Beevi M. Mohammedali, P. V. Ashwin, Benoy Sarasan, Randy Reagan
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Patent number: 11402596Abstract: A terminal system assembly includes a base plate, a spool, an adapter module for securing a connection between a fiber of an input fiber cable and a fiber of an output fiber cable, and a cable management plate coupled with the spool. The spool is rotatably mounted to the base plate and is configured to receive the input fiber cable. The adapter module is configured to be coupled with the cable management plate. The spool containing the fiber input cable is allowed to freely rotate until the adapter module is coupled with the cable management plate. The adapter module includes an anti-rotation portion that is configured to cooperate with a portion of the base plate to prevent rotation of the spool and the adapter module when the adapter module is coupled with the spool.Type: GrantFiled: October 28, 2020Date of Patent: August 2, 2022Assignee: OPTERNA AM, INC.Inventors: Gerald Joseph Meier, Ravindra K. Vora, Panakkal Sadasivan Subin, Mundackal Muhammedali Beevi Kunju, Biji Mathew Arakkakudy, Aravind Puthenveedu Jayaprakash, Renjith Rajan
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Publication number: 20210173162Abstract: An assembly for deploying fiber optic cable includes a housing defining a cavity and comprising a wall. The wall defines an opening allowing a fiber optic cable to pass. The assembly also includes a spool configured to store a portion of the fiber optic cable. The spool is rotatably coupled to the housing within the cavity of the housing. The assembly also includes a component module releasably coupled to the housing and comprising an adapter configured to optically couple the fiber optic cable to another fiber optic cable.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2021Publication date: June 10, 2021Applicant: OPTERNA AM, INC.Inventors: Atikem HAILE-MARIAM, Ravindra K. VORA, Gerald J. MEIER, Bret MATZ, Benoy SARASAN, Biji Mathew ARAKKAKUDY, Anoop MURALI, Binoy PUTHUSSERY
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Publication number: 20210124139Abstract: A terminal system assembly includes a base plate, a spool, an adapter module for securing a connection between a fiber of an input fiber cable and a fiber of an output fiber cable, and a cable management plate coupled with the spool. The spool is rotatably mounted to the base plate and is configured to receive the input fiber cable. The adapter module is configured to be coupled with the cable management plate. The spool containing the fiber input cable is allowed to freely rotate until the adapter module is coupled with the cable management plate. The adapter module includes an anti-rotation portion that is configured to cooperate with a portion of the base plate to prevent rotation of the spool and the adapter module when the adapter module is coupled with the spool.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 28, 2020Publication date: April 29, 2021Applicant: OPTERNA AM, INC.Inventors: Gerald Joseph MEIER, Ravindra K. VORA, Panakkal Sadasivan SUBIN, Mundackal Muhammedali Beevi KUNJU, Biji Mathew ARAKKAKUDY, Aravind Puthenveedu JAYAPRAKASH, Renjith RAJAN
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Patent number: 10928602Abstract: A fiber distribution system includes a fiber distribution terminal, an assembly separate from the fiber distribution terminal, a third fiber optic cable, and an end-user fiber optic device. The fiber distribution terminal includes a first fiber optic cable, a first rotatable spool storing a portion of the first fiber optic cable, and a first adapter optically coupled to the first fiber optic cable. The assembly includes a second rotatable spool storing a second fiber optic cable optically coupled to the first adapter, and a second adapter optically coupled to the second fiber optic cable. The third fiber optic cable is optically coupled to the second adapter. The end-user fiber optic device is optically coupled to the third fiber optic cable.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2019Date of Patent: February 23, 2021Assignee: OPTERNA AM, INC.Inventors: Atikem Haile-Mariam, Ravindra K. Vora, Gerald J. Meier, Bret Matz, Benoy Sarasan, Biji Mathew Arakkakudy, Anoop Murali, Binoy Puthussery
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Publication number: 20200278512Abstract: A fiber distribution hub includes an enclosure defining an interior region and a frame body having a longitudinal axis. The frame body is rotatably mounted within the interior region of the enclosure such that the frame body can rotate about the longitudinal axis relative to the enclosure between a first terminal angular position and a second terminal angular position. The frame body is rotatably mounted within the interior region of the enclosure also such that the entire frame body remains within the interior region as the frame body rotates between the first terminal angular position and the second terminal angular position. The fiber distribution hub also includes a splitter coupled to the frame body and having a splitter input and a splitter output.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 19, 2020Publication date: September 3, 2020Applicant: OPTERNA AM, INC.Inventors: K.R. Suresh NAIR, Kizhakkekuttu Parameswaran CHANDRAN, Mathew Anjilimoottil THOMAS, Biji Mathew ARAKKAKUDY, Binoy J. PUTHUSSERY, E.K. Kiran KUMAR, Beevi M. MOHAMMEDALI, P.V. ASHWIN, Benoy SARASAN, Randy REAGAN
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Patent number: 10656357Abstract: A fiber distribution hub includes an enclosure defining an interior region and a frame body having a longitudinal axis. The frame body is rotatably mounted within the interior region of the enclosure such that the frame body can rotate about the longitudinal axis relative to the enclosure between a first terminal angular position and a second terminal angular position. The frame body is rotatably mounted within the interior region of the enclosure also such that the entire frame body remains within the interior region as the frame body rotates between the first terminal angular position and the second terminal angular position. The fiber distribution hub also includes a splitter coupled to the frame body, and having a splitter input and a splitter output.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2016Date of Patent: May 19, 2020Assignee: OPTERNA AM, INC.Inventors: K. R. Suresh Nair, Kizhakkekuttu Parameswaran Chandran, Mathew Anjilimoottil Thomas, Biji Mathew Arakkakudy, Binoy J. Puthussery, E. K. Kiran Kumar, Beevi M. Mohammedali, P. V. Ashwin, Benoy Sarasan, Randy Reagan
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Publication number: 20190331870Abstract: A fiber distribution system includes a fiber distribution terminal, an assembly separate from the fiber distribution terminal, a third fiber optic cable, and an end-user fiber optic device. The fiber distribution terminal includes a first fiber optic cable, a first rotatable spool storing a portion of the first fiber optic cable, and a first adapter optically coupled to the first fiber optic cable. The assembly includes a second rotatable spool storing a second fiber optic cable optically coupled to the first adapter, and a second adapter optically coupled to the second fiber optic cable. The third fiber optic cable is optically coupled to the second adapter. The end-user fiber optic device is optically coupled to the third fiber optic cable.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 9, 2019Publication date: October 31, 2019Inventors: Atikem HAILE-MARIAM, Ravindra K. VORA, Gerald J. MEIER, Bret MATZ, Benoy SARASAN, Biji Mathew ARAKKAKUDY, Anoop MURALI, Binoy PUTHUSSERY
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Patent number: 10359590Abstract: An assembly for deploying fiber optic cable includes a housing defining a cavity and comprising a wall. The wall defines an opening allowing a fiber optic cable to pass. The assembly also includes a spool configured to store a portion of the fiber optic cable. The spool is rotatably coupled to the housing within the cavity of the housing. The assembly also includes a component module releasably coupled to the housing and comprising an adapter configured to optically couple the fiber optic cable to another fiber optic cable.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2017Date of Patent: July 23, 2019Assignee: Opterna Technology LimitedInventors: Atikem Haile-Mariam, Ravindra K. Vora, Gerald J. Meier, Bret Matz, Benoy Sarasan, Biji Mathew Arakkakudy, Anoop Murali, Binoy Puthussery
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Publication number: 20170285286Abstract: An assembly for deploying fiber optic cable includes a housing defining a cavity and comprising a wall. The wall defines an opening allowing a fiber optic cable to pass. The assembly also includes a spool configured to store a portion of the fiber optic cable. The spool is rotatably coupled to the housing within the cavity of the housing. The assembly also includes a component module releasably coupled to the housing and comprising an adapter configured to optically couple the fiber optic cable to another fiber optic cable.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 31, 2017Publication date: October 5, 2017Inventors: Atikem Haile-Mariam, Ravindra K. Vora, Gerald J. Meier, Bret Matz, Benoy Sarasan, Biji Mathew Arakkakudy, Anoop Murali, Binoy Puthussery
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Patent number: 9753240Abstract: A fiber optic module mounting assembly can include a surface defining an opening and a module holder. The module holder includes a body defining a channel. The body has a cross-sectional shape closely corresponding to a cross-sectional shape of the opening defined by the surface. The module holder creates a snap or friction fit with the surface when the module holder is received within the opening of the surface, thereby coupling the module holder to the surface. The mounting assembly also includes a module comprising a housing having a cross-sectional shape closely corresponding to a cross-sectional shape of the channel of the module holder, and an optical component within the housing. The module is configured to be received within the channel defined by the body of the module holder.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2016Date of Patent: September 5, 2017Assignee: Opterna Technology LimitedInventors: Randy Reagan, Jiju Koratten, Biji Mathew Arakkakudy, Benoy Sarasan, Kizhakkekuttu Parameswaran Chandran, Basheer A. Alikunju
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Publication number: 20160313528Abstract: A fiber optic module mounting assembly can include a surface defining an opening and a module holder. The module holder includes a body defining a channel. The body has a cross-sectional shape closely corresponding to a cross-sectional shape of the opening defined by the surface. The module holder creates a snap or friction fit with the surface when the module holder is received within the opening of the surface, thereby coupling the module holder to the surface. The mounting assembly also includes a module comprising a housing having a cross-sectional shape closely corresponding to a cross-sectional shape of the channel of the module holder, and an optical component within the housing. The module is configured to be received within the channel defined by the body of the module holder.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2016Publication date: October 27, 2016Inventors: Randy REAGAN, Jiju KORATTEN, Biji Mathew ARAKKAKUDY, Benoy SARASAN, Kizhakkekuttu Parameswaran CHANDRAN, Basheer A. ALIKUNJU
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Publication number: 20160252696Abstract: A fiber distribution hub includes an enclosure defining an interior region and a frame body having a longitudinal axis. The frame body is rotatably mounted within the interior region of the enclosure such that the frame body can rotate about the longitudinal axis relative to the enclosure between a first terminal angular position and a second terminal angular position. The frame body is rotatably mounted within the interior region of the enclosure also such that the entire frame body remains within the interior region as the frame body rotates between the first terminal angular position and the second terminal angular position. The fiber distribution hub also includes a splitter coupled to the frame body, and having a splitter input and a splitter output.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2016Publication date: September 1, 2016Inventors: K.R. Suresh NAIR, Kizhakkekuttu Parameswaran CHANDRAN, Mathew Anjilimoottil THOMAS, Biji Mathew ARAKKAKUDY, Binoy J. PUTHUSSERY, E.K. Kiran KUMAR, Beevi M. MOHAMMEDALI, P.V. ASHWIN, Benoy SARASAN, Randy REAGAN
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Patent number: 9389385Abstract: A splitter module includes an optical splitter configured for splitting an input optical signal into two or more output optical signals. The splitter module also includes a housing that encloses the optical splitter. The housing has a first end and a second end, and defines a first opening facing the first end and a second opening at the second end. The splitter module includes an input boot configured to receive one or more input fiber cables and an input fan-out mounted at the first opening and coupled to the input boot. The splitter module further includes an output fan-out mounted at the second opening, and an output boot coupled to the output fan-out.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2013Date of Patent: July 12, 2016Assignee: Opterna Technology LimitedInventors: Randy Reagan, Jiju Koratten, Biji Mathew Arakkakudy, Benoy Sarasan, Kizhakkekuttu Parameswaran Chandran, Basheer A. Alikunju
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Patent number: 9354415Abstract: A fiber distribution hub (FDH) can include an enclosure defining an interior region and a frame body having a longitudinal axis. The frame body is rotatably mounted within the interior region of the enclosure such that the frame body can rotate about the longitudinal axis relative to the enclosure. The FDH further includes a plurality of splitters coupled to the frame body. Each splitter module has at least one splitter input and at least two splitter outputs. The FDH also includes a first plurality of adapters coupled to the frame body. The first plurality of adapters is configured to optically couple to splitter output cables. Additionally, the FDH can also include a storage retaining structure coupled to the frame body, the storage retaining structure being configured to selectively secure connectorized ends of splitter output cables.Type: GrantFiled: February 1, 2012Date of Patent: May 31, 2016Assignee: Opterna Technology LimitedInventors: K. R. Suresh Nair, Kizakkekuttu Parameswaran Chandran, Mathew Anjilimoottil Thomas, Biji Mathew Arakkakudy, Binoy J. Puthussery, E. K. Kiran Kumar, Beevi M. Mohammedali, P. V. Ashwin, Benoy Sarasan, Randy Reagan
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Publication number: 20150093088Abstract: A fiber optic terminal assembly comprises a mounting plate configured to be mounted to a surface, a pivot bracket comprising a handle, and a spool rotatably mounted to the pivot bracket and configured to store a multi-fiber optic cable. The spool comprises an adapter for securing a connection between a fiber of the multi-fiber optic cable and a fiber of an output fiber cable. The spool and the pivot bracket are configured to be selectively coupled to the mounting plate. A method of using the fiber optic terminal assembly comprises paying out a multi-fiber optic cable stored on the spool by rotating the spool relative to the pivot bracket. The method also comprises selectively coupling the spool and the pivot bracket to a mounting plate after paying out the multi-fiber optic cable. Selectively coupling the spool and the pivot bracket substantially prevents rotation of the spool.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2013Publication date: April 2, 2015Inventors: Bret A. MATZ, Basheer A. ALIKUNJU, Biji Mathew ARAKKAKUDY, Mukund MURALEEDHARAN, Anoop K. MURALI, Renjith RAJAN, Sajan CHACKO
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Patent number: 8913867Abstract: A fiber optic collector and terminal assembly (CTA) can include a multi-fiber optic cable having a tail portion and first and second multi-fiber branches optically coupled to the tail portion. The first and second multi-fiber optic branches each have fewer fibers than the tail portion. The CTA also includes a plurality of single-fiber optic jumpers optically coupled to the first multi-fiber optic branch. Additionally, the CTA includes an adapter for securing a connection between a fiber of one of the plurality of single-fiber optic jumpers and a fiber of a single-fiber optic drop.Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 2011Date of Patent: December 16, 2014Assignee: Opterna Technology LimitedInventors: Biji Mathew Arakkakudy, Mukund Muraleedharan, Sudhakaran K. Sanith, Kizhakkekuttu Parameswaran Chandran, K. R. Suresh Nair