Abstract: A method for implementing and attaching at least one structure-integrated optical waveguide in a laminate component. In the method, at least one optical waveguide is introduced at a predetermined position during a laying procedure of a laminate to produce a laminate component. Furthermore, the laminate component is finished, wherein the optical waveguide is completely enclosed by the laminate. Furthermore, at least one end of the optical waveguide is exposed. Furthermore, a coupling component is attached to the at least one exposed end.

Abstract: The invention relates to an suspension apparatus for mounting a string on a stringed instrument. The apparatus has a base plate secured to the instrument, a shuttle slidably attached to the base plate, a saddle base attached to the shuttle and positionably adjustable relative to the shuttle, and a saddle. A string passes through the saddle wherein the saddle is height adjustable relative to the base plate, whereby the suspension apparatus is operable to adjust a string in three different directions.