Abstract: This invention relates to a method of splicing fiber optic fiber and the protection needed to secure that splice. This invention presents a quick and reliable way for fiber technicians to create sturdy splices that exceed the strength of splices currently in use. It utilizes an inner and outer strength member that is new to the field of fiber optics. These strength members include an inner steel rod, housed within an inner shrink tube, which is thereby housed within an outer shrink tube. Once melted, this tube is slid inside of a brass crimp sleeve which provides sturdy protection for the spliced fiber.

Abstract: This invention relates to a fiber optic fiber testing device presented in an app that compares three fiber link parameters against a table of specifications required in order for that fiber to transmit data at a particular speed. The invention presents a convenient ‘Pass’ or ‘Fail’ result for each parameter tested that immediately verifies whether the fiber being tested will meet the minimum basic criteria for transmission of data at a particular bandwidth speed, in accordance with that particular fiber manufacturer's specifications.

Abstract: A wide bodied cushioned cable tie for use with securing optical fiber bundles is formed of a sturdy polymer e.g. polyethylene with a strap width of about one inch and with broad longitudinal flanges on either side of the rack of teeth on the strap. Neoprene foam cushions extend along each of the flanges. The ratchet or pawl can be provided with a release tab. A service opening at the tip or tail of the strap facilitates hanging the bundle from support structure.

Abstract: There is provided an adapter that fits most standardized fiber optic cable connectors to allow quick field installations. The adapter includes a split diameter. The smaller diameter fits within a rear back shell of the connector and receives a fiber stub from the connector. The larger diameter abuts the rear of the rear back shell and receives an optical fiber. The adapter includes a pair of mated resilient members that forms a fiber guide within the adapter. The fiber stub and a bare optical fiber of the optical fiber are optically spliced within the fiber guide formed within the resilient members.

Abstract: There is provided an apparatus that determines the location of an impermissible tamper on an object, such as an impermissible attempt to gain access to a manhole system or an attempt to steal a work of art, includes a housing disposed adjacently to the object. A fiber optic cable runs through the housing. The object includes a portion that cooperates with internal components of the housing to maintain the fiber optic cable in a non-attenuated state. Upon the impermissible tamper, that portion of the object no longer cooperates with the internal components of the housing. An elastic force internal to the housing cooperates with more internal housing components to create a microbend to the fiber optic cable. Using known optical time domain reflectometer technology, the location of the microbend along the fiber optic cable is readily discerned.

Abstract: There is provided an apparatus that determines the location of an impermissible movement on a predetermined magnetically attractive object. A fiber optic cable runs through a housing and forms a first bend radius. A magnetic member disposed within said housing is magnetically attracted adjacent to the top of said housing by said predetermined magnetically attractive object. When said predetermined magnetically attractive object is impermissibly moved, the magnetic member falls downward thereby causing a microbend to said fiber optic cable. Using an optical time domain reflectometer, the location of the microbend along the cable is readily determined.