Patents by Inventor Heidi Bleus

Heidi Bleus 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).

  • Publication number: 20260122379
    Abstract: A cable fixation structure for fixing at least a portion of a fiber optic cable to a telecommunications fixture against strain relief includes a cable bracket portion and a base portion, wherein the cable bracket portion is configured for fixing the at least a portion of the fiber optic cable and the base is configured for routing fibers extending from the fiber optic cable, wherein the cable bracket portion is provided at an acute angle with respect to a vertical plane passing through a longitudinal axis defined by the base portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2024
    Publication date: April 30, 2026
    Applicant: COMMSCOPE CONNECTIVITY BELGIUM BVBA
    Inventors: David Jan Irma VAN BAELEN, Wouter VRANKEN, Heidi BLEUS, Willem Lea Marcel DE VIS, Geert Antoon PARTON
  • Publication number: 20260104565
    Abstract: A telecommunications rack system includes a first element defining splice locations and a second element defining adapters for receiving connectorized cabling, wherein the first and second elements are positioned on the same rack. A first end of a fiber optic pigtail is spliced at and extends from the splice locations of the first element. A second end is connectorized with a fiber optic connector that is coupled to an adapter of the second element. The pigtail extends between the first and second elements. A cable manager is removably mounted at the side of at least one of the first and second elements. The cable manager defines a U-shaped passage including ends that open toward one end of the elements and a closed end opposite the open ends.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2025
    Publication date: April 16, 2026
    Applicant: CommScope Connectivity Belgium BVBA
    Inventors: Peter CLAES, Heidi BLEUS
  • Publication number: 20260036778
    Abstract: A telecommunications tray is configured for mounting to a telecommunications fixture. The tray includes a removably mounted telecommunications module that defines a body that is enclosed by a cover to define an interior. The module includes radius limiters within the interior for managing cables and defines connection locations for inputting and/or outputting signals via cables for processing within the module, the telecommunications module movably mounted to the tray.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2025
    Publication date: February 5, 2026
    Applicant: COMMSCOPE CONNECTIVITY BELGIUM BVBA
    Inventors: David Jan Irma VAN BAELEN, Heidi BLEUS, Geert Antoon PARTON, Willem Lea Marcel DE VIS
  • Patent number: 12523837
    Abstract: A telecommunications rack system includes a first element defining splice locations and a second element defining adapters for receiving connectorized cabling, wherein the first and second elements are positioned on the same rack. A first end of a fiber optic pigtail is spliced at and extends from the splice locations of the first element. A second end is connectorized with a fiber optic connector that is coupled to an adapter of the second element. The pigtail extends between the first and second elements. A cable manager is removably mounted at the side of at least one of the first and second elements. The cable manager defines a U-shaped passage including ends that open toward one end of the elements and a closed end opposite the open ends.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 2023
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2026
    Assignee: CommScope Connectivity Belgium BVBA
    Inventors: Peter Claes, Heidi Bleus
  • Patent number: 12468106
    Abstract: A telecommunications tray (50/300/400/600/900/1100/1200/1400/1800) is configured for mounting to a telecommunications fixture. The tray (50) includes a removably mounted telecommunications module (100/200/302/402/700/800/1000/1100/1300/1900/2000) that defines a body that is enclosed by a cover (1102/1320/1924) to define an interior. The module (100/200/302/402/700/800/1000/1100/1300/1900/2000) includes radius limiters (902/1356/1358/1954) within the interior for managing cables and defines connection locations for inputting and/or outputting signals via cables for processing within the module (100/200/302/402/700/800/1000/1100/1300/1900/2000), the telecommunications module (100/200/302/402/700/800/1000/1100/1300/1900/2000) movably mounted to the tray (50/300/400/600/900/1100/1200/1400/1800).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2025
    Assignee: CommScope Connectivity Belgium BVBA
    Inventors: David Jan Irma Van Baelen, Heidi Bleus, Geert Antoon Parton, Willem Lea Marcel De Vis
  • Publication number: 20250321393
    Abstract: A telecommunications frame assembly includes a frame for housing a first set of fiber optic distribution devices in a vertically stacked arrangement on a right side of the frame and a second set of fiber optic distribution devices in a vertically stacked arrangement on a left side of the frame, wherein the frame defines top and bottom openings adjacent the outer edges of the frame at each of the right side and the left side for selectively leading cables to or from the fiber optic distribution devices to be mounted on the frame, the frame further defining a central vertical trough extending from a central top opening defined by the frame, wherein radius limiters are provided in vertically stacked arrangements at each of the right side and the left side of the frame for selectively guiding cabling between the first set and the second set of fiber optic distribution devices, wherein the radius limiters allow cabling to pass through the central trough between the right and left sides of the frame and/or into the
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2025
    Publication date: October 16, 2025
    Inventors: David Jan Irma VAN BAELEN, Willem Lea Marcel DE VIS, Wouter VRANKEN, Heidi BLEUS, Peter CLAES, Geert Antoon PARTON, Karel VANWINKEL, Diederik HOUBEN
  • Publication number: 20250251561
    Abstract: Optical fiber management tray with optimized dimensions and/or features for managing optical fiber ribbons at a rack mountable and slidable distribution tray of telecommunications equipment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 2023
    Publication date: August 7, 2025
    Applicant: CommScope Technologies LLC
    Inventors: Geert PARTON, David VAN BAELEN, Wouter VRANKEN, Heidi BLEUS
  • Publication number: 20250224585
    Abstract: A fiber optic furcation assembly includes a main fiber optic cable structure, a plurality of furcation tubes, and a housing with a cavity including a transition portion. A plurality of optical fibers each continuously and uninterruptedly extends through an end portion of a jacket of the main fiber optic cable structure, the transition portion of the cavity of the housing, and a respective one of the plurality of furcation tubes. In one embodiment, the cavity includes a securing portion including a plurality of protrusions. The plurality of protrusions defines a plurality of locating channels and at least one securing channel that intersects the locating channels. Bonding material is positioned within the securing channel and bonds the plurality of furcation tubes to the plurality of protrusions. In another embodiment, a cable mount includes a housing attachment, a cable jacket attachment, and a passage. The housing attachment is mounted within a port of the housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2025
    Publication date: July 10, 2025
    Inventors: Theo VAN DER MEULEN, Geert Antoon PARTON, Dirk Alexander DE GAST, Heidi BLEUS, Robert LANTINGA
  • Publication number: 20250189744
    Abstract: A cable management structure includes a base portion for removable mounting on a telecommunications fixture, the base portion defining an upper guide portion and a lower guide portion separated by a cable channel, wherein a transverse slit defined between the upper and lower guide portions communicates with the cable channel for insertion of cables into the channel and a flexible portion that is elastically flexible and is biased to cover at least a portion of the slit for retaining cables within the channel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2024
    Publication date: June 12, 2025
    Applicant: COMMSCOPE CONNECTIVITY BELGIUM BVBA
    Inventors: David Jan Irma VAN BAELEN, Wouter VRANKEN, Heidi BLEUS, Willem Lea Marcel DE VIS, Geert Antoon PARTON
  • Publication number: 20250189743
    Abstract: A cable fixation structure for fixing at least a portion of a fiber optic cable to a telecommunications fixture against strain relief includes a base portion configured to be mounted to the telecommunications fixture and a removable cable holder portion that is slidably inserted into the base portion, wherein the cable holder portion is configured for fixing the at least a portion of the fiber optic cable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2024
    Publication date: June 12, 2025
    Applicant: CommScope Connectivity Belgium BVBA
    Inventors: David Jan Irma VAN BAELEN, Eric Marcel M. KEUSTERMANS, Willem Lea Marcel DE VIS, Heidi BLEUS
  • Publication number: 20250138247
    Abstract: A telecommunications device fixation assembly includes a bracket configured to be mounted to a telecommunications fixture, the bracket defining at least one planar wall and a device holder configured to be removably mounted to the bracket, the device holder defining a device holding portion and a fixation portion, wherein the fixation portion defines at least one pocket configured to receive an edge of the planar wall of the bracket, the fixation portion further including an elastically flexible latch configured to snap fit to a portion of the planar wall of the bracket to fix the device holder to the bracket.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2024
    Publication date: May 1, 2025
    Applicant: COMMSCOPE CONNECTIVITY BELGIUM BVBA
    Inventors: David Jan Irma VAN BAELEN, Wouter VRANKEN, Heidi BLEUS, Willem Lea Marcel DE VIS, Geert Antoon PARTON
  • Publication number: 20250130386
    Abstract: A mounting system for latching a cable management structure to a telecommunications fixture includes a first locking feature on the management structure defining first and second hook-like members separated apart, each defining a vertical slide portion and a larger vertical retention portion, the first locking feature including an elastically flexible latch between the first and second hook-like members. A second locking feature defining first and second slots is located on a planar wall of the telecommunications fixture, wherein the first and second slots define a receiver portion and a retention portion, the receiver portion for accommodating the retention portion of the hook-like members and the retention portion for accommodating the slide portion of the hook-like members, the second locking feature also defining a latch opening. The cable management structure also defines curvature that provides bend radius protection along at least two perpendicular planes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2024
    Publication date: April 24, 2025
    Applicant: COMMSCOPE CONNECTIVITY BELGIUM BVBA
    Inventors: David Jan Irma VAN BAELEN, Wouter VRANKEN, Heidi BLEUS, Peter CLAES, Willem Lea Marcel DE VIS, Geert Antoon PARTON
  • Patent number: 12216321
    Abstract: A fiber optic furcation assembly includes a main fiber optic cable structure, a plurality of furcation tubes, and a housing with a cavity including a transition portion. A plurality of optical fibers each continuously and uninterruptedly extends through an end portion of a jacket of the main fiber optic cable structure, the transition portion of the cavity of the housing, and a respective one of the plurality of furcation tubes. In one embodiment, the cavity includes a securing portion including a plurality of protrusions. The plurality of protrusions defines a plurality of locating channels and at least one securing channel that intersects the locating channels. Bonding material is positioned within the securing channel and bonds the plurality of furcation tubes to the plurality of protrusions. In another embodiment, a cable mount includes a housing attachment, a cable jacket attachment, and a passage. The housing attachment is mounted within a port of the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2024
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2025
    Assignee: CommScope Technologies LLC
    Inventors: Theo Van Der Meulen, Geert Antoon Parton, Dirk Alexander De Gast, Heidi Bleus, Robert Lantinga
  • Patent number: 12197025
    Abstract: A cable management structure includes a base portion for removable mounting on a telecommunications fixture, the base portion defining an upper guide portion and a lower guide portion separated by a cable channel, wherein a transverse slit defined between the upper and lower guide portions communicates with the cable channel for insertion of cables into the channel and a flexible portion that is elastically flexible and is biased to cover at least a portion of the slit for retaining cables within the channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 2023
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2025
    Assignee: CommScope Connectivity Belgium BVBA
    Inventors: David Jan Irma Van Baelen, Wouter Vranken, Heidi Bleus, Willem Lea Marcel De Vis, Geert Antoon Parton
  • Patent number: 12197027
    Abstract: A cable fixation structure for fixing at least a portion of a fiber optic cable to a telecommunications fixture against strain relief includes a cable bracket portion and a base portion, wherein the cable bracket portion is configured for fixing the at least a portion of the fiber optic cable and the base is configured for routing fibers extending from the fiber optic cable, wherein the cable bracket portion is provided at an acute angle with respect to a vertical plane passing through a longitudinal axis defined by the base portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2023
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2025
    Assignee: CommScope Connectivity Belgium BVBA
    Inventors: David Jan Irma Van Baelen, Wouter Vranken, Heidi Bleus, Willem Lea Marcel De Vis, Geert Antoon Parton
  • Patent number: 12197026
    Abstract: A mounting system for latching a cable management structure to a telecommunications fixture includes a first locking feature on the management structure defining first and second hook-like members separated apart, each defining a vertical slide portion and a larger vertical retention portion, the first locking feature including an elastically flexible latch between the first and second hook-like members. A second locking feature defining first and second slots is located on a planar wall of the telecommunications fixture, wherein the first and second slots define a receiver portion and a retention portion, the receiver portion for accommodating the retention portion of the hook-like members and the retention portion for accommodating the slide portion of the hook-like members, the second locking feature also defining a latch opening. The cable management structure also defines curvature that provides bend radius protection along at least two perpendicular planes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2023
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2025
    Assignee: CommScope Connectivity Belgium BVBA
    Inventors: David Jan Irma Van Baelen, Wouter Vranken, Heidi Bleus, Peter Claes, Willem Lea Marcel De Vis, Geert Antoon Parton
  • Patent number: 12189188
    Abstract: A telecommunications device fixation assembly includes a bracket configured to be mounted to a telecommunications fixture, the bracket defining at least one planar wall and a device holder configured to be removably mounted to the bracket, the device holder defining a device holding portion and a fixation portion, wherein the fixation portion defines at least one pocket configured to receive an edge of the planar wall of the bracket, the fixation portion further including an elastically flexible latch configured to snap fit to a portion of the planar wall of the bracket to fix the device holder to the bracket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2023
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2025
    Assignee: CommScope Connectivity Belgium BVBA
    Inventors: David Jan Irma Van Baelen, Wouter Vranken, Heidi Bleus, Willem Lea Marcel De Vis, Geert Antoon Parton
  • Publication number: 20250004232
    Abstract: An optical fiber distribution element includes a chassis defining an interior; a movable tray slidably movable from within the chassis to a position at least partially outside the chassis, the tray defining a front end and a rear end; a slide mechanism which connects the movable tray to the chassis; at least one hingedly mounted frame member within the tray which hinges about an axis perpendicular to the direction of movement of the movable tray; and a cover mounted adjacent the rear end of the tray and movable between an access position and an operational position when the tray is in the open position, only the operational position of the cover allowing the tray to move from the open position to the closed position, the access position allowing access to the at least one hingedly mounted frame member, and the cover in the access position preventing the tray from moving from the open to the closed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2024
    Publication date: January 2, 2025
    Applicant: COMMSCOPE CONNECTIVITY BELGIUM BVBA
    Inventors: Willem Lea Marcel DE VIS, David Jan Irma VAN BAELEN, Eric Marcel M. KEUSTERMANS, Heidi BLEUS, Geert Antoon PARTON
  • Patent number: 12174443
    Abstract: A cable fixation structure for fixing at least a portion of a fiber optic cable to a telecommunications fixture against strain relief includes a base portion configured to be mounted to the telecommunications fixture and a removable cable holder portion that is slidably inserted into the base portion, wherein the cable holder portion is configured for fixing the at least a portion of the fiber optic cable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2021
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2024
    Assignee: CommScope Connectivity Belgium BVBA
    Inventors: David Jan Irma Van Baelen, Eric Marcel M. Keustermans, Willem Lea Marcel De Vis, Heidi Bleus
  • Publication number: 20240377602
    Abstract: A telecommunications frame assembly includes a frame for housing a first set of fiber optic distribution devices in a vertically stacked arrangement on a right side of the frame and a second set of fiber optic distribution devices in a vertically stacked arrangement on a left side of the frame, wherein the frame defines top and bottom openings adjacent the outer edges of the frame at each of the right side and the left side for selectively leading cables to or from the fiber optic distribution devices to be mounted on the frame, the frame further defining a central vertical trough extending from a central top opening defined by the frame, wherein radius limiters are provided in vertically stacked arrangements at each of the right side and the left side of the frame for selectively guiding cabling between the first set and the second set of fiber optic distribution devices, wherein the radius limiters allow cabling to pass through the central trough between the right and left sides of the frame and/or into the
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2024
    Publication date: November 14, 2024
    Inventors: David Jan Irma VAN BAELEN, Willem Lea Marcel DE VIS, Wouter VRANKEN, Heidi BLEUS, Peter CLAES, Geert Antoon PARTON, Karel VANWINKEL, Diederik HOUBEN