Abstract: A coupler configured to cover an exposed portion of an optical fiber in a jacketless portion of a fiber optic cable and mechanically couple the fiber optic cable with a fiber optic connector includes a cover portion that may be configured to be disposed around a fiber optic cable. A jacketless portion of the cable may extend along a length of the cable between a jacketed portion of the cable and a fiber optic connector; the cover portion may be configured to provide a mechanical connection between the cable and the fiber optic connector so as to enhance a connection of the fiber optic connector to the cable; and the cover portion may be configured to protect an exposed portion of an optical fiber that extends through the jacketless portion of the cable so as to so as to enhance a connection of the fiber optic connector to the cable.

Abstract: According to the present invention, a hanger includes a hook portion, a first shoulder, a second shoulder and, optionally, a pants bar. The hanger is made primarily from biodegradable materials, including mycelium, hemp and flour. The resulting hanger includes the advantages being inexpensively manufactured, biodegradable, highly customizable in shape and dimensions, number of parts and features, as well as water resistant and flame resistant. In addition, the hanger may include a finish, such as paint or laser engraving thereon for additional personalization/customization.

Abstract: According to the present invention, a hanger includes a hook portion, a first shoulder, a second shoulder and, optionally, a pants bar. The hanger is made primarily from biodegradable materials, including mycelium, hemp and flour. The resulting hanger includes the advantages being inexpensively manufactured, biodegradable, highly customizable in shape and dimensions, number of parts and features, as well as water resistant and flame resistant. In addition, the hanger may include a finish, such as paint or laser engraving thereon for additional personalization/customization.