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1.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF MANAGING CABLES IN TELECOMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

      
Application Number 18543281
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-18
First Publication Date 2024-04-11
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor Vogel, Mark

Abstract

Cable managers are provided. A cable manager includes a body configured to be selectively engaged with a loose end of a first cable, wherein the body defines an effective unbiased length, as measured in an unbiased state, and an effective biased length, as measured in a biased state, and wherein the effective biased length is greater than the effective unbiased length.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • G02B 6/50 - Underground or underwater installation; Installation through tubing, conduits or ducts

2.

FIBER OPTIC CLOSURE

      
Application Number US2023033531
Publication Number 2024/072713
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-09-22
Publication Date 2024-04-04
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Maddocks, Travis Eugene
  • Fritz, Johannes Gerhardus Thomas
  • Prahl-Andresen, Nathan Thomas

Abstract

A fiber optic closure (100) including a base tray (99) including a pair of end walls (101,102), a first side wall (103) and a second side wall (104) extending between the pair of end walls (101,102), and a base wall (106) extending between the end walls (101,102) and the side walls (103,104). The second side wall (104) forms a first attachment interface (164) configured to receive a connector bank (400). An interior volume of the closure includes a first side (120) proximate to the first side wall (103) and a second side (122) proximate to the second side wall (104). The end wall (101,102) at least partially forms an inlet opening (112) extending from an exterior to the interior volume at the first side (120). The end wall (101,102) includes an outlet opening (116) at the second side (122). The base wall (106) includes a second attachment interface (302,312,314) positioned at the first side (120) and configured to receive an organizer tray (200). At least one second attachment interface (302,312,314) is positioned proximate to the end walls (101,102).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/38 - Mechanical coupling means having fibre to fibre mating means
  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

3.

FLARED HINGED-FOLDING UTILITY VAULT DEVICE

      
Application Number 18517816
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-22
First Publication Date 2024-03-21
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Bramblett, Andru
  • Crosby, Erick
  • Nolen, Dustin
  • Thompson, Raymond G.

Abstract

A folding, flared utility vault or enclosure that may be used to protect public utility valves, electrical cables, switches, fiber optic cables, or the like is provided. The system generally comprises a base box having a front panel, back panel, and side panels. Alternative embodiments may further comprise an extension box having a front extension panel, back extension panel, and side extension panels. The various panels of the base box and extension box may have flared bottoms that prevent removal after installation. Additionally, a user may attach extension boxes to the base box to increase the amount of storage area within the system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 9/10 - Installations of electric cables or lines in or on the ground or water in cable chambers, e.g. in manhole or in handhole
  • H02G 3/08 - Distribution boxes; Connection or junction boxes

4.

HIGH DENSITY PATCH PANEL WITH MODULAR CASSETTES

      
Application Number 18379959
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-13
First Publication Date 2024-02-01
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor Vogel, Mark A.

Abstract

A patch panel may include a tray that is slidable between a retracted position and an extended position on tray supports and features for holding the tray in the retracted position and in the extended position. The patch panel may also include a cassette that is slidable on cassette supports, latches for engaging the cassette to block movement of the cassette and features for disengaging the latches.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • H04Q 1/02 - Constructional details

5.

ADAPTIVE CABLE ASSEMBLY AND METHOD FOR CONSTRUCTION

      
Application Number US2023020324
Publication Number 2024/015133
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-28
Publication Date 2024-01-18
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Raven, Asher
  • Davidson, Aran
  • Sullivan, Keith
  • Keizer, Alan

Abstract

An adaptive cable assembly and a method for construction thereof is provided. The method includes mass fusion splicing optical fibers at a cable with optical fibers at a connectorized fiber optic tail assembly, and positioning the mass fusion splice in a cavity extending along a longitudinal axis formed by a body extending along the longitudinal axis. The body forms a first open end along the longitudinal axis through which the connectorized fiber optic tail assembly is extended when the mass fusion splice is positioned in the cavity. The body forms a second open end along the longitudinal axis through which the fiber optic cable is extended when the mass fusion splice is positioned in the cavity.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/255 - Splicing of light guides, e.g. by fusion or bonding
  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

6.

SLIDING TRAY ENCLOSURE AND FIBER OPTIC ORGANIZING SYSTEM

      
Application Number US2023027091
Publication Number 2024/010905
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-07-07
Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Davidson, Aran James Russell
  • Vogel, Mark

Abstract

A fiber optic tray enclosure is provided, including a base tray including a base wall extending along a lengthwise direction and a widthwise direction, the base wall forming a fastener opening configured to receive a fastener. The side wall is attachable to the base wall at the fastener opening. A plurality of mount plates is attachable to the base wall and separated from one another along the lengthwise direction. The mount plates forming an opening configured to receive a telecommunications adapter. A top wall is attachable to the mount plate, wherein the top wall, the base wall, the side wall, and the pair of mount plates form an interior volume therebetween.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

7.

TELECOMMUNICATION ENCLOSURES

      
Application Number US2023027121
Publication Number 2024/010924
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-07-07
Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor Clas, Tyler

Abstract

Sealing structures are provided. A sealing structure includes a first body defining a plurality of cutouts; and a plurality of second bodies, each of the plurality of second bodies disposed in one of the plurality of cutouts, wherein each of the second bodies comprises: a first half including a sealing member disposed between a first end plate and a second end plate; and a second half including a sealing member disposed between a first end plate and a second end plate, wherein the sealing member of a first half of one second body abuts the sealing member of a second half of another second body, and wherein each of the plurality of second bodies is configured to seal a fiber optic cable entering or exiting the enclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • H02G 15/013 - Sealing means for cable inlets

8.

FIBER OPTIC CASSETTES AND SPLICE MODULES

      
Application Number 18367787
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-13
First Publication Date 2024-01-04
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Courchaine, Wilfred
  • Ball, Shirley

Abstract

A fiber optic cassette includes a cassette body, the cassette body extending along a longitudinal axis between a front and a rear, extending along a lateral axis between a first side and a second side, and extending along a transverse axis between a bottom and a top. The fiber optic cassette further includes a plurality of fiber optic adapter apertures defined at the front of the cassette body. The fiber optic cassette further includes a side channel defined at the first side of the cassette body, the side channel including an entry aperture spaced from the rear of the cassette body along the longitudinal axis. The fiber optic cassette further includes a splice module receptacle defined in the cassette body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

9.

CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY AND DROP CABLE ASSEMBLY FOR FIBER OPTIC CABLE

      
Application Number US2023024526
Publication Number 2023/239690
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-06
Publication Date 2023-12-14
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Fang, Jonathan
  • Lichoulas, Ted
  • Kato, Seiji

Abstract

A fiber optic drop cable assembly and fiber optic connector assembly are provided. The connector assembly includes an inner body assembly extending along a longitudinal direction. The inner body assembly includes a second crimp body surrounding at least a portion of a first crimp body. An inner body housing surrounds at least a portion of a ferrule and a spring and is coupled to the first crimp body. The spring is positioned within the inner body housing and is positioned to exert a force to the ferrule and the first crimp body along the longitudinal direction. The inner body assembly forms a first end configured to receive a first optical fiber into the first and second crimp body. The inner body assembly forms a second end opening configured to receive a second optical fiber from the ferrule.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/38 - Mechanical coupling means having fibre to fibre mating means
  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

10.

CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY FOR FIBER OPTIC CABLE

      
Application Number 18206336
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-06
First Publication Date 2023-12-07
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor Fang, Jonathan

Abstract

A fiber optic cable assembly and fiber optic connector assembly are provided. The connector assembly includes a first and second middle body each forming open ends through which an optical fiber is extendable along a longitudinal direction. The second middle body forms an inner body configured to extend into the first middle body. A connector body is configured to retain a fiber optic connector. The connector body is coupled respectively to the first and second middle bodies. An outer body extends along the longitudinal direction and is configured to couple to the connector body and respective first and second middle bodies. The outer body is configured to surround a mating interface at which the connector body abuts to respective first and second middle bodies.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/38 - Mechanical coupling means having fibre to fibre mating means

11.

CONDUCTOR TERMINATIONS

      
Application Number US2023022862
Publication Number 2023/229927
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-05-19
Publication Date 2023-11-30
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor Welborn, Matthew G.

Abstract

Conductor terminations are provided. A conductor termination defines a longitudinal axis, a lateral axis, and a transverse axis. The conductor termination includes a body extending along the longitudinal axis, the body including a head and a tail, the head defining a channel and a slot, the channel and slot each extending along the longitudinal axis through a length of the head. The conductor termination further includes a keeper, the keeper defining a channel which extends along the longitudinal axis and including a wing protruding along the lateral axis. The keeper is insertable into the body in a direction along the longitudinal axis away from the tail.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/50 - Clamped connections; Spring connections using a cam, wedge, cone or ball
  • H01R 11/14 - End pieces terminating in an eye, hook, or fork the hook being adapted for hanging on overhead or other suspended lines, e.g. hot line clamp
  • H02G 1/02 - Methods or apparatus specially adapted for installing, maintaining, repairing, or dismantling electric cables or lines for overhead lines or cables

12.

INTEGRATING EDGE COMPUTE INTO OPTICAL PASSIVE INFRASTRUCTURE

      
Application Number US2023022734
Publication Number 2023/225196
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-05-18
Publication Date 2023-11-23
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor Adam, Sean Patrick

Abstract

Optical networks including edge compute nodes disposed in enclosures along passive optical networks are provided. An enclosure for a passive optical network includes a housing selectively enclosing an internal volume which houses one or more passive optical components; and an edge compute node disposed in the internal volume and configured to be in optical communication with an optical line terminal and an optical network unit of the optical fiber network.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

13.

OPTICAL FIBER CABLE

      
Application Number 18331602
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-08
First Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Shimizu, Shogo
  • Namazue, Akira
  • Osato, Ken

Abstract

An optical fiber cable includes: a sheath; and a core that is housed in the sheath and includes optical fibers. Recesses and protrusions are disposed alternately in a circumferential direction on an outer circumferential surface of the sheath. The optical fiber cable has a compressive strength of 12.8 N/mm2 or greater and 32.4 N/mm2 or less.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

14.

OPTICAL FIBER CABLE

      
Application Number 18350446
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-11
First Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Shimizu, Shogo
  • Namazue, Akira
  • Osato, Ken

Abstract

An optical fiber cable includes: a sheath; a core that is housed in the sheath and comprises optical fibers; tensile strength members embedded in the sheath; and ripcords embedded in the sheath. Recesses and protrusions are disposed alternately in a circumferential direction on an outer circumferential surface of the sheath. The recesses each include: two connecting portions respectively connected to radial inner ends of two adjacent protrusions; and a bottom surface positioned between the two connecting portions. In a transverse cross-sectional view, the ripcords are positioned inside some of the protrusions, and the tensile strength members are positioned inside the remaining protrusions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

15.

PATCH PANEL WITH LIFTING CASSETTE REMOVAL

      
Application Number 18213378
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-23
First Publication Date 2023-10-19
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor Ye, Zidi

Abstract

A patch panel includes a cabinet and a cassette. A pair of cassette guides is positioned within the cabinet. The pair of cassette guides are spaced along a lateral direction such that the cassette is receivable between the pair of cassette guides. The cassette is slidable along a transverse direction on the pair of cassette guides. At least one of the pair of cassette guides includes a first rail and a second rail that are spaced apart along a vertical direction. The cassette is slidable along the transverse direction between the first and second rails. Each end of the first rail is cantilevered such that each end of the first rail is moveable along the vertical direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

16.

ADAPTOR AND METHOD FOR MATING A FIBER OPTIC CONNECTOR

      
Application Number 18022643
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-08-24
First Publication Date 2023-10-12
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor Ye, Zidi

Abstract

An adaptor and a method for mating a fiber optic connector to an adaptor are provided. The adaptor includes a retaining clip including a slideable surface. A shutter spring is positioned along the slideable surface. A shutter is pivotally connected to the retaining clip from a first angle prior to insertion of the connector into the adaptor to a second angle after receiving the connector. A main body forms an opening through which the retaining clip is received. The connector is insertable through an opening formed by a bushing and a sleeve. The method includes sliding the shutter spring into the retaining clip, connecting the shutter to the shutter spring, biasing the shutter in a forward direction via the shutter spring held in a non-orthogonal angle prior to insertion of the connector, and inserting the retaining clip including the shutter and the shutter spring into the main body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/38 - Mechanical coupling means having fibre to fibre mating means

17.

REDUCED DIAMETER RUGGEDIZED FIBER OPTIC DISTRIBUTION CABLES

      
Application Number 18204582
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-01
First Publication Date 2023-10-05
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Kamath, Rajesh
  • Houck, Michael
  • Villiger, Brett
  • Quinn, Justin
  • Cignarale, Joseph

Abstract

A fiber optic distribution cable includes a central inner jacket formed from one of a polyvinyl chloride or a low smoke zero halogen material, a plurality of optical fibers disposed within the inner jacket, and a plurality of first strength members disposed within the inner jacket. The fiber optic distribution cable further includes an outer jacket surrounding the central inner jacket, the outer jacket formed from the one of the polyvinyl chloride or the low smoke zero halogen material, and a plurality of second strength members disposed between the outer jacket and the central inner jacket. A fiber density of the cable is greater than 0.65 fibers per square millimeter.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

18.

S A F E R SUSTAINABLE ACCESSIBLE FLEXIBLE EXPANDABLE RELIABLE

      
Serial Number 98202138
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-28
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 38 - Telecommunications services

Goods & Services

Telecommunications services, namely, providing fiber optic network services; telecommunications consultation; telecommunication access services; transmission of information on optical telecommunication networks

19.

QUICK-CONNECT CLOSURE AND HANDHOLE SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18120666
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-03-13
First Publication Date 2023-09-21
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor Vogel, Mark

Abstract

A handhole system, a quick-connect telecommunications system, and a method for fiber optic connection at a handhole is provided. A plurality of closures includes a sealed body including a multi-port connector corresponding to a plurality of optical fibers extending from an interior of the body to an exterior. A connector body has a hub including a plurality of receptacles having a plurality of connectors configured to receive respective multi-port connectors from the plurality of closures. The connector body includes a neck having an input cable port configured to receive an input cable connector and an output cable port configured to receive an output cable connector. The neck is coupled to the hub to communicatively couple the input cable port and output cable port to the plurality of receptacles at the hub. The plurality of receptacles is configured to communicatively couple respective closures to the input cable and the output cable.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 9/10 - Installations of electric cables or lines in or on the ground or water in cable chambers, e.g. in manhole or in handhole
  • H05K 5/02 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus - Details

20.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR LOSS MEASUREMENT AND POLARITY DETECTION OF MULTI-FIBER CONNECTORS AND CABLES

      
Application Number 18182581
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-03-13
First Publication Date 2023-09-21
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Liu, Bin
  • Scholten, Michael
  • Prescott, Scott
  • Tanis, David
  • Farley, Dan

Abstract

An apparatus, controller, and method for polarity detection, optical insertion loss measurement, optical power measurement, fiber length measurement, and optical fiber communication is provided, configured to transmit light from a light source; adjust a signal parameter of the light; compare an output optical signal parameter pattern of a cabling-under-test with a polarity pattern template; and determine the polarity of the cabling-under-test based at least on a best-fit of the output optical signal parameter pattern to the polarity pattern template.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01M 11/00 - Testing of optical apparatus; Testing structures by optical methods not otherwise provided for
  • G02B 6/38 - Mechanical coupling means having fibre to fibre mating means

21.

COVER

      
Application Number US2023014777
Publication Number 2023/172598
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-08
Publication Date 2023-09-14
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond George

Abstract

A cover for a utility enclosure includes a cover having a top, a bottom, a front side, a rear side, a left side, and a right side, defining an interior. The cover further includes a plurality of ribs in the interior dividing the interior into a plurality of spaces. The cover further includes the top having one or more air vents. The cover further includes the air vents having channels constructed to vent air in the spaces to an exterior of the cover, thereby preventing flotation of the cover in water.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E02D 29/14 - Covers for manholes or the like; Frames for covers

22.

CONSOLIDATION TERMINALS

      
Application Number US2023014027
Publication Number 2023/164254
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-28
Publication Date 2023-08-31
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor Miller, William Joseph

Abstract

A consolidation terminal includes a body defining an interior, a stub cable port defined in the body, and a stub cable extending through the stub cable port, the stub cable including an optical fiber. The consolidation terminal further includes a splitter disposed in the interior, wherein the optical fiber is connected as an input to the splitter. The consolidation terminal includes a plurality of connector ports defined in the body, at least one single fiber connector disposed within at least one of the plurality of connector ports, the at least one single fiber connector connected to an output optical fiber from the splitter, and at least one multi-fiber connector disposed within at least one of the plurality of connector ports, the at least one multi-fiber connector connected to a plurality of output optical fibers from the splitter.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • G02B 6/28 - Optical coupling means having data bus means, i.e. plural waveguides interconnected and providing an inherently bidirectional system by mixing and splitting signals

23.

LOCALIZED INTELLIGENT EDGE FOR FIBER DISTRIBUTION SOLUTIONS

      
Application Number 18009420
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-06-08
First Publication Date 2023-08-17
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor Adam, Sean Patrick

Abstract

An optical fiber node including: a housing; a module including a plurality of connection ports configured to be coupled with optical fibers, the module being disposed in the housing and having indicators associated with at least some of the plurality of connection ports; and a controller disposed in the housing, wherein the controller manages a database associated with the plurality of connection ports and adjusts the indicators during a wiring operation of the optical fiber node.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • G02B 6/38 - Mechanical coupling means having fibre to fibre mating means

24.

Foldable and/or Collapsible Plastic/Composite Utility Enclosure

      
Application Number 18136421
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-04-19
First Publication Date 2023-08-10
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond George
  • Pillay, Selvum

Abstract

A lid for a utility enclosure having a front end, a rear end, a right side, a left side, a top lid portion, and a bottom, defining an interior. Large reinforcement ribs are on an interior surface of the top lid portion and form a lattice-type structure. Small reinforcement ribs are mounted in spaces formed by the lattice type structure. The lid is made of glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene and metal bars or rebar are embedded in the large reinforcement ribs. The metal bars are positioned near a bottom of the large reinforcement ribs and spaced above the bottom. The physical structure of the lid and the lid's composition, consisting essentially of glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene, are constructed so that the lid withstands up to 33,750 pounds of force without breaking or being deformed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 1/46 - Boxes; Parts thereof or accessories therefor
  • B65D 43/02 - Removable lids or covers
  • B65D 6/18 - Containers having bodies formed by interconnecting or uniting two or more rigid, or substantially rigid, components made wholly or mainly of metal, plastics, wood or substitutes therefor collapsible with hinged components
  • H02G 3/08 - Distribution boxes; Connection or junction boxes

25.

FTT-GRID

      
Application Number 227147300
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-25
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 38 - Telecommunications services

Goods & Services

(1) Telecommunications consultation; Telecommunications services, namely, providing fiber optic network services

26.

Fiber Optic Tray Systems

      
Application Number 18123162
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-03-17
First Publication Date 2023-07-20
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor Guzzo, Lou

Abstract

A fiber optic tray system includes a tray. The tray includes a tray body, the tray body extending along a longitudinal axis between a front and a rear and extending along a lateral axis between a first side and a second side. The tray further includes a plurality of alignment rails, each of the plurality of alignment rails protruding from the tray body along a transverse axis. The tray further includes a plurality of retainer features disposed at the rear of the tray body. The fiber optic tray system further includes a fiber optic module, the fiber optic module including an outer housing and at least one retainment feature. The at least one retainment feature is interfaced with at least one of the plurality of retainer features to retain the fiber optic module on the tray.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

27.

SPLICE CLOSURE APPARATUS AND FIBER OPTIC DISTRIBUTION NETWORK

      
Application Number 18015760
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-07-08
First Publication Date 2023-07-13
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Dobbins, Patrick E.
  • Megill, Richard

Abstract

A splice closure apparatus and a fiber optic distribution network are provided. The splice closure apparatus includes a housing forming a plenum and an opening. A mount plate is affixed in the plenum within the housing, A signal splitter device is affixed to the mount plate. A fiber optic cable stub is extended through the opening of the housing. The cable stub includes an input optical fiber operably connected to the signal splitter device. The cable stub includes an output optical fiber operably connected to the signal splitter device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

28.

INDOOR/OUTDOOR MICRO-DUCT CABLES

      
Application Number 17925381
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-05-07
First Publication Date 2023-06-22
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor Shinoski, Jarrett

Abstract

An indoor/outdoor micro-duct cable includes a central strength member, and six outer members surrounding the central strength member in a 6@1 configuration. At least one of the outer members is a buffer tube. A plurality of optical fibers are disposed within the buffer tube. The others of the six outer members are filler rods. The cable further includes an outer jacket surrounding the six outer members, the outer jacket having a diameter of less than 9 millimeters and a thickness of less than 1.7 millimeters. The outer jacket is formed from a flame retardant material. The filler rods are formed from a flame retardant material different from the flame retardant material of the outer jacket.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

29.

ADAPTOR ASSEMBLY FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS MODULE

      
Application Number US2022052776
Publication Number 2023/114254
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-14
Publication Date 2023-06-22
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Davidson, Aran James Russell
  • Raven, Asher Leong

Abstract

An adaptor assembly for a telecommunications module. The adaptor assembly includes a carrier having a pair of sidewalls and a lateral wall extending between the pair of sidewalls. The sidewalls include a first detent and a second detent distal to the first detent. The first detent forms an open position of the carrier extending from the telecommunications module, and the second detent forms a closed position of the carrier extended into the telecommunications module. The carrier is configured to receive a telecommunications adaptor between the pair of sidewalls and the lateral wall.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

30.

TELECOMMUNICATIONS RACK ASSEMBLY FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS MODULES

      
Application Number US2022052778
Publication Number 2023/114256
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-14
Publication Date 2023-06-22
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Vogel, Mark
  • Davidson, Aran James Russell
  • Raven, Asher Leong
  • Sullivan, Keith Desmond

Abstract

A rack assembly for a telecommunications module is provided. The rack assembly includes a frame extending along a vertical axis, and a pair of sidewalls attachable to the frame and spaced apart from one another along a lateral axis. The sidewalls extend along a longitudinal axis perpendicular to the lateral axis and include a plurality of rails in adjacent arrangement along the vertical axis and extending along the longitudinal axis. The plurality of rails is configured to receive a telecommunications module and are spaced apart along the vertical axis by less than one rack unit and at least one-third rack unit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

31.

BUTT CLOSURES AND ORGANIZER ASSEMBLIES THEREFOR

      
Application Number US2022050225
Publication Number 2023/091558
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-11-17
Publication Date 2023-05-25
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor Beymer, Matthew

Abstract

A fiber optic closure is provided, including a base insertable at least partially into the interior of the closure. A bracket assembly includes a plurality of hinge assemblies along a transverse axis. A connector shaft connects an organizer assembly and the base together. The organizer assembly includes a main body extending between a front and a rear, a first sidewall, and a second sidewall. The main body includes a base panel extending between the first sidewall and the second sidewall and from the front to the rear. An upper retention tab extends from one or more of the first sidewall, the second sidewall, or a front wall of the main body. A lower retention tab extends from one or more walls and is positioned proximate along a transverse axis to the base panel relative to the upper retention tab.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

32.

CLOSURE AND ORGANIZER ASSEMBLIES THEREFOR

      
Application Number US2022050358
Publication Number 2023/091635
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-11-18
Publication Date 2023-05-25
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Courchaine, Wilfred
  • Lichoulas, Ted
  • Charles, Scott

Abstract

A fiber optic closure is provided including an organizer tray and a mount platform. The organizer tray includes a tray main body including a base wall including a plurality of module mounting locations including a plurality of leg slots and one or more positioning slots defined through the base wall. The mount platform includes a platform base and a platform leg extending from the platform base. The platform base forms a wall configured substantially flush to the base wall. The platform leg is insertable into corresponding leg slots at the mount location. The mount platform includes a retainer wall extending along the transverse axis from an upper surface of the platform base. The retainer wall extends along a first direction to form a detent for a telecommunications module mountable to the organizer tray. The detent is along a second direction perpendicular to the first direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • G02B 6/38 - Mechanical coupling means having fibre to fibre mating means

33.

FTT-GRID

      
Serial Number 98008479
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-05-23
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 38 - Telecommunications services

Goods & Services

Telecommunications consultation; Telecommunications services, namely, providing fiber optic network services

34.

ON-SITE ASSEMBLED HANDHOLES

      
Application Number US2022047246
Publication Number 2023/069597
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-20
Publication Date 2023-04-27
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor Vogel, Mark

Abstract

A handhole is provided, the handhole including a first wall and a second wall. The first wall includes a first joint portion forming a groove and an opening extending along a vertical direction. The second wall includes a second joint portion including a member extendable into the groove through the opening at the first joint portion. The first wall and the second wall are connectable together at the first joint portion and the second joint portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E02D 29/12 - Manhole shafts; Other inspection or access chambers; Accessories therefor

35.

AFL TITAN FTD

      
Serial Number 97906121
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-04-25
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Fiber optic terminals

36.

MOUNT BRACKET FOR FIBER OPTIC CLOSURE

      
Document Number 03232494
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-09-15
Open to Public Date 2023-03-23
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Kimbrell, Eddie
  • Wittmeier, David
  • Clas, Tyler

Abstract

A mount structure for a fiber optic closure is provided. The mount structure includes a first bracket extending along a first axis. The first bracket includes a plurality of first bracket walls at least partially surrounding the first axis. A plate includes a plate wall extending along a second radial direction extending from a second axis. A plate opening extends along the second axis through the plate wall. An arm is extending from the first bracket to the plate. The arm includes a first arm portion extending along a first radial direction from the first axis and a second arm portion extending along the second radial direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

37.

MODULAR SPLICE TRAY SYSTEM FOR FIBER OPTIC CLOSURE

      
Document Number 03232624
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-09-13
Open to Public Date 2023-03-23
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Clas, Tyler
  • Wittmeier, David

Abstract

A fiber optic closure including a spine, a platform, and a tray assembly is provided. The spine is extending along a vertical axis and forms a first wall extending along a transverse axis. The spine forms a second wall extending along a lateral axis. The platform is releasably attachable to the spine at the second wall. The platform is configured to extend in a first position alongside the second wall along the vertical axis. The platform is configured to extend in a second position at an angle from second wall between the vertical axis and the transverse axis. The tray assembly is releasably attachable to the first wall of the spine.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

38.

MODULAR SPLICE TRAY SYSTEM FOR FIBER OPTIC CLOSURE

      
Application Number US2022043317
Publication Number 2023/043722
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-13
Publication Date 2023-03-23
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Clas, Tyler
  • Wittmeier, David

Abstract

A fiber optic closure including a spine, a platform, and a tray assembly is provided. The spine is extending along a vertical axis and forms a first wall extending along a transverse axis. The spine forms a second wall extending along a lateral axis. The platform is releasably attachable to the spine at the second wall. The platform is configured to extend in a first position alongside the second wall along the vertical axis. The platform is configured to extend in a second position at an angle from second wall between the vertical axis and the transverse axis. The tray assembly is releasably attachable to the first wall of the spine.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

39.

MOUNT BRACKET FOR FIBER OPTIC CLOSURE

      
Application Number US2022043619
Publication Number 2023/043893
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-15
Publication Date 2023-03-23
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Kimbrell, Eddie
  • Wittmeier, David
  • Clas, Tyler

Abstract

A mount structure for a fiber optic closure is provided. The mount structure includes a first bracket extending along a first axis. The first bracket includes a plurality of first bracket walls at least partially surrounding the first axis. A plate includes a plate wall extending along a second radial direction extending from a second axis. A plate opening extends along the second axis through the plate wall. An arm is extending from the first bracket to the plate. The arm includes a first arm portion extending along a first radial direction from the first axis and a second arm portion extending along the second radial direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

40.

Lid for a utility enclosure

      
Application Number 29797489
Grant Number D0980628
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-06-30
First Publication Date 2023-03-14
Grant Date 2023-03-14
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond George

41.

OPTICAL FIBER MASS SPLICE METHODS AND ASSEMBLIES

      
Application Number 17986071
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-11-14
First Publication Date 2023-03-09
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Lichoulas, Ted
  • Donaldson, Chris
  • Branks, Bobby

Abstract

Optical fiber mass splice methods and assemblies are provided. A method may include securing a fiber clamp to a fiber setting fixture, the fiber setting fixture including a fiber alignment block and a backstop. A plurality of fiber grooves may be defined in the fiber alignment block. The method may further include inserting a plurality of optical fibers into the fiber setting fixture such that each of the plurality of optical fibers is disposed in one of the plurality of fiber grooves and contacts the backstop. The method may further include loading, after the inserting step, each of the plurality of optical fibers into the fiber clamp. The method may further include clamping the plurality of optical fibers in the fiber clamp.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/255 - Splicing of light guides, e.g. by fusion or bonding
  • G02B 6/25 - Preparing the ends of light guides for coupling, e.g. cutting
  • G02B 6/36 - Mechanical coupling means

42.

Flared hinged-folding utility vault device

      
Application Number 17792634
Grant Number 11862957
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-01-14
First Publication Date 2023-02-16
Grant Date 2024-01-02
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Bramblett, Andru
  • Crosby, Erick
  • Nolen, Dustin
  • Thompson, Raymond G.

Abstract

A folding, flared utility vault or enclosure that may be used to protect public utility valves, electrical cables, switches, fiber optic cables, or the like is provided. The system generally comprises a base box having a front panel, back panel, and side panels. Alternative embodiments may further comprise an extension box having a front extension panel, back extension panel, and side extension panels. The various panels of the base box and extension box may have flared bottoms that prevent removal after installation. Additionally a user may attach extension boxes to the base box to increase the amount of storage area within the system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 9/10 - Installations of electric cables or lines in or on the ground or water in cable chambers, e.g. in manhole or in handhole
  • H02G 3/08 - Distribution boxes; Connection or junction boxes

43.

BUTT CLOSURES AND BASES THEREFOR

      
Application Number 17975067
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-10-27
First Publication Date 2023-02-09
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Wittmeier, David
  • Kimbrell, Eddie

Abstract

A butt closure base includes a base housing extending along a longitudinal axis between a first outer surface and a second outer surface, the base housing defining a plurality of cavities between the first and second outer surfaces, the plurality of cavities aligned in an annular array. A first gel is disposed in each of the plurality of cavities. The butt closure base further includes a plurality of wedge assemblies, each of the plurality of wedge assemblies removably insertable into one of the plurality of cavities. Each of the plurality of wedge assemblies includes an outer cover, a second gel, and a main pressure plate in contact with the second gel. The main pressure plate is movable along the longitudinal axis to apply pressure to the second gel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

44.

TERMINAL ENCLOSURE FOR A TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM

      
Application Number 17793510
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-01-29
First Publication Date 2023-02-09
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Lane, David
  • Stout, Cecilia L.
  • Vogel, Mark

Abstract

Telecommunication enclosures are provided. A terminal enclosure for a telecommunications system includes a housing including a base and a cover, the housing defining an internal volume configured to receive one or more telecommunication elements therein, wherein the base includes a first side and a second side opposite the first side, wherein the base and cover are pivotally coupled together at a hinged interface to selectively close the internal volume of the housing, and wherein the hinged interface is reconfigurable between the first and second sides of the base.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

45.

FIBER OPTIC CLOSURE AND ORGANIZER ASSEMBLY

      
Document Number 03227849
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-07-29
Open to Public Date 2023-02-02
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Wittmeier, David
  • Miller, Will
  • Ebrahimi, Vahid

Abstract

A fiber optic closure (30) is provided, the closure including a plurality of sidewalls extending along a longitudinal axis between a first end (116) and a second end (118). The first end (116) forms an open end such that a cable (42) is extendable to or from an interior formed by the plurality of sidewalls. The closure includes a base wall (110) extending from the plurality of sidewalls along the longitudinal axis (102) and a lateral axis (104) and an end wall (114) extending along the lateral axis (104) between the plurality of sidewalls. A bracket assembly extends along a transverse axis (106). The bracket assembly includes a main body (142) and a plurality of hinge assemblies (200). The plurality of hinge assemblies (200) is spaced apart in a linear array along the transverse axis (106). The main body (142) is angled at 45 degrees or greater between a transverse axis (106) and a longitudinal axis (102).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

46.

BUTT CLOSURES AND BASES THEREFOR

      
Application Number 17966113
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-10-14
First Publication Date 2023-02-02
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Kimbrell, Eddie
  • Wittmeier, David

Abstract

A butt closure base includes a base housing defining a plurality of cavities. A first gel is disposed in each of the plurality of cavities. The butt closure base further includes a plurality of wedge assemblies, each of the plurality of wedge assemblies removably insertable into one of the plurality of cavities. Each of the plurality of wedge assemblies includes an outer cover, a second gel, and a main pressure plate in contact with the second gel. The main pressure plate is movable along a longitudinal axis to apply pressure to the second gel. Each of the plurality of wedge assemblies further includes a latch assembly. The latch assembly includes an adjustable tab and a stop member movable between a first position which limits movement of the adjustable tab and a second position in which movement of the adjustable tab is not limited by the stop member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • G02B 6/38 - Mechanical coupling means having fibre to fibre mating means
  • H02G 15/00 - Cable fittings
  • H02G 15/013 - Sealing means for cable inlets
  • G02B 6/42 - Coupling light guides with opto-electronic elements

47.

FIBER OPTIC CLOSURE AND ORGANIZER ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number US2022038896
Publication Number 2023/009827
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-07-29
Publication Date 2023-02-02
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Wittmeier, David
  • Miller, Will
  • Ebrahimi, Vahid

Abstract

A fiber optic closure (30) is provided, the closure including a plurality of sidewalls extending along a longitudinal axis between a first end (116) and a second end (118). The first end (116) forms an open end such that a cable (42) is extendable to or from an interior formed by the plurality of sidewalls. The closure includes a base wall (110) extending from the plurality of sidewalls along the longitudinal axis (102) and a lateral axis (104) and an end wall (114) extending along the lateral axis (104) between the plurality of sidewalls. A bracket assembly extends along a transverse axis (106). The bracket assembly includes a main body (142) and a plurality of hinge assemblies (200). The plurality of hinge assemblies (200) is spaced apart in a linear array along the transverse axis (106). The main body (142) is angled at 45 degrees or greater between a transverse axis (106) and a longitudinal axis (102).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

48.

WAVELENGTH-DETECTING OPTICAL FIBER INDENTIFIER APPARATUS AND METHOD

      
Application Number US2022034699
Publication Number 2023/009253
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-23
Publication Date 2023-02-02
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Liu, Bin
  • Eddy, Dale
  • Sadek, Magdy
  • Prescott, Scott
  • Farley, Dan

Abstract

An optical fiber identifier apparatus and system are provided. The apparatus includes a housing forming a pathway at which an optical fiber is positionable. The housing forms a tip end that forms a bend of the optical fiber at the pathway. At least two lenses are positioned parallel to one another. Each lens defines an optical axis extended through the bend of the optical fiber and perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the respective lens. A photo detector device is positioned to receive a beam of light from the optical fiber via the one or more lenses.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01M 11/08 - Testing mechanical properties
  • G02B 6/42 - Coupling light guides with opto-electronic elements
  • G01M 11/00 - Testing of optical apparatus; Testing structures by optical methods not otherwise provided for

49.

BUTT CLOSURES AND ORGANIZER ASSEMBLIES THEREFOR

      
Application Number 17952738
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-09-26
First Publication Date 2023-01-19
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Wittmeier, David
  • Lane, David
  • Stout, Cecilia
  • Miller, William

Abstract

An organizer assembly includes a primary basket extending along a longitudinal axis between a first open end and a second closed end, the primary basket defining an interior. The organizer assembly further includes a bracket assembly extending along a transverse axis at the first open end of the basket, the bracket assembly including a plurality of hinge assemblies. The organizer assembly further includes a plurality of organizer trays, each of the plurality of organizer trays rotatably connectable to the bracket assembly at one of the plurality of hinge assemblies. Each of the plurality of organizer trays is rotatable between a first position wherein the organizer tray is aligned along the longitudinal axis and a second position wherein the organizer tray is aligned along the transverse axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

50.

Cable mounting clamps

      
Application Number 17893589
Grant Number 11811211
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-23
First Publication Date 2022-12-22
Grant Date 2023-11-07
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Marchek, Kyle
  • Courchaine, Wilfred
  • Vogel, Mark
  • Ball, Shirley

Abstract

A cable assembly includes a cable and a cable mounting clamp. The cable mounting clamp includes a base removably connectable to a surface. The base includes an outer body which defines an inner channel and a support ramp disposed within the inner channel, the inner channel extending along a longitudinal axis. The cable mounting clamp further includes a roller tube disposed within the inner channel and moveably mounted on the support ramp, the roller tube translatable along the longitudinal axis relative to the support ramp. The cable is inserted through the roller tube and extends through the inner channel, such that the cable is translatable with the roller tube along the longitudinal axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 3/04 - Protective tubing or conduits, e.g. cable ladders or cable troughs
  • F16L 3/10 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing divided, i.e. with two members engaging the pipe, cable or protective tubing
  • F16B 15/00 - Nails; Staples
  • F16B 19/00 - Bolts without screw-thread; Pins, including deformable elements; Rivets
  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • H02G 3/32 - Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings using mounting clamps
  • F16L 3/04 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets partly surrounding the pipes, cables or protective tubing and pressing it against a wall or other support
  • H02G 3/34 - Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings using separate protective tubing
  • H02G 15/18 - Cable junctions protected by sleeves, e.g. for communication cable

51.

Fiber optic tray systems

      
Application Number 17895474
Grant Number 11619791
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-25
First Publication Date 2022-12-22
Grant Date 2023-04-04
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor Guzzo, Lou

Abstract

A fiber optic tray system includes a tray. The tray includes a tray body, the tray body extending along a longitudinal axis between a front and a rear and extending along a lateral axis between a first side and a second side. The tray further includes a plurality of alignment rails, each of the plurality of alignment rails protruding from the tray body along a transverse axis. The tray further includes a plurality of retainer features disposed at the rear of the tray body. The fiber optic tray system further includes a fiber optic module, the fiber optic module including an outer housing and at least one retainment feature. The at least one retainment feature is interfaced with at least one of the plurality of retainer features to retain the fiber optic module on the tray.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

52.

FIBER OPTIC CLOSURE AND ADAPTER FOR RECEPTACLE

      
Application Number 17586404
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-01-27
First Publication Date 2022-12-15
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Courchaine, Wilfred
  • Miller, William

Abstract

A fiber optic closure including a receptacle, a bracket assembly, and an adapter is provided. The receptacle includes an interior formed between a plurality of sidewalls, a base wall, and an end wall. The bracket assembly extends along a transverse axis and includes a main body and a plurality of hinge assemblies. The plurality of hinge assemblies is spaced apart in a linear array along the transverse axis. The adapter is connectable to the receptacle and the bracket assembly and includes a pair of pivot arms connectable to the bracket assembly. The pair of pivot arms extends along the longitudinal axis from a lateral wall extending along the lateral axis. The lateral wall is attachable to the receptacle via a pair of arms extending along the longitudinal axis from the lateral wall.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

53.

FLEXREPORTS

      
Application Number 1701192
Status Registered
Filing Date 2022-10-28
Registration Date 2022-10-28
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Downloadable software application for use in analyzing and documenting data and test results obtained using fiber optic test and inspection equipment on a fiber optic network. Software for use in analyzing and documenting data and test results obtained using fiber optic test and inspection equipment on a fiber optic network.

54.

FIBER OPTIC CLOSURE AND ADAPTER FOR RECEPTACLE

      
Document Number 03162458
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-06-10
Open to Public Date 2022-12-11
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Courchaine, Wilfred
  • Miller, William

Abstract

A fiber optic closure including a receptacle, a bracket assembly, and an adapter is provided. The receptacle includes an interior formed between a plurality of sidewalls, a base wall, and an end wall. The bracket assembly extends along a transverse axis and includes a main body and a plurality of hinge assemblies. The plurality of hinge assemblies is spaced apart in a linear array along the transverse axis. The adapter is connectable to the receptacle and the bracket assembly and includes a pair of pivot arms connectable to the bracket assembly. The pair of pivot arms extends along the longitudinal axis from a lateral wall extending along the lateral axis. The lateral wall is attachable to the receptacle via a pair of arms extending along the longitudinal axis from the lateral wall.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/46 - Processes or apparatus adapted for installing optical fibres or optical cables

55.

FLEXREPORTER

      
Application Number 1699555
Status Registered
Filing Date 2022-10-07
Registration Date 2022-10-07
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Downloadable and recorded computer software for use in analyzing and documenting data and test results obtained using fiber optic test and inspection equipment on a fiber optic network. Providing temporary use of a web-based software application for use in analyzing and documenting data and test results obtained using fiber optic test and inspection equipment on a fiber optic network.

56.

Fiber optic tray systems

      
Application Number 17885107
Grant Number 11693202
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-10
First Publication Date 2022-12-01
Grant Date 2023-07-04
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor Guzzo, Lou

Abstract

A fiber optic tray system includes a tray. The tray includes a tray body, the tray body extending along a longitudinal axis between a front and a rear and extending along a lateral axis between a first side and a second side. The tray further includes a plurality of alignment rails, each of the plurality of alignment rails protruding from the tray body along a transverse axis. The tray further includes a plurality of retainer features disposed at the rear of the tray body. The fiber optic tray system further includes a fiber optic module, the fiber optic module including an outer housing and at least one retainment feature. The at least one retainment feature is interfaced with at least one of the plurality of retainer features to retain the fiber optic module on the tray.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

57.

ORGANIZER ASSEMBLIES FOR FIBER OPTIC CLOSURES

      
Application Number 17767312
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-10-08
First Publication Date 2022-11-17
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Wittmeier, David
  • Stout, Cecilia
  • Miller, Will

Abstract

An organizer assembly includes a primary basket extending along a longitudinal axis between a first open end and a second closed end. The organizer assembly includes a backplate extending between a front wall and a rear wall, wherein a plurality of entry/exit slots are defined at the rear wall. The backplate further includes a plurality of positioning assemblies. The organizer assembly includes a hinge assembly connecting the backplate to the primary basket, wherein the backplate is rotatable relative to the primary basket at the hinge assembly about a lateral axis. The organizer assembly includes a plurality of organizer trays, each of the plurality of organizer trays rotatably connectable to the backplate at one of the plurality of positioning assemblies. Each of the plurality of positioning assemblies causes the connected one of the plurality of organizer trays to be selectively positionable in one of a plurality of rotational positions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

58.

ROUND AND SMALL DIAMETER OPTICAL CABLES WITH A RIBBON-LIKE OPTICAL FIBER STRUCTURE

      
Application Number 17871013
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-07-22
First Publication Date 2022-11-10
Owner
  • AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
  • FUJIKURA LTD. (Japan)
Inventor
  • Cignarale, Joseph
  • Baker, Doug
  • Hashimoto, Yoshio
  • Osato, Ken

Abstract

An optical fiber cable including an optical fiber ribbon in a pipe, wherein the ribbon includes at least two optical fibers arranged side by side, and wherein at least two of the optical fibers are bonded intermittently along a length of the fibers.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

59.

FLEXREPORTS

      
Application Number 222823100
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-10-28
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

(1) Downloadable software application for use in analyzing and documenting data and test results obtained using fiber optic test and inspection equipment on a fiber optic network. (1) Software for use in analyzing and documenting data and test results obtained using fiber optic test and inspection equipment on a fiber optic network.

60.

METHOD OF FORMING A FOLDABLE AND/OR COLLAPSIBLE PLASTIC/COMPOSITE UTILITY ENCLOSURE

      
Document Number 03214334
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-04-05
Open to Public Date 2022-10-13
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond George

Abstract

A method of forming and assembling a foldable plastic utility enclosure using molds to form sides of the enclosure, preferably using glass fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite. The molds are constructed to form a central hole in hinge members which are formed on ends of the sides. The central hole of the hinge member is molded with two molding parts, wherein one or both of the molding parts have a solid central portion that forms the central hole. The sides are removed from the molds after curing and the sides are assembled to form the utility enclosure while the sides are still hot from the molding process. Hinge pins are inserted into the central holes of the hinge members to form hinges and to prevent the sides from warping during cooling. Assembling the sides and inserting hinge pins to form the utility enclosure is completed within approximately 10 minutes after removing the sides from the molds.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 9/10 - Installations of electric cables or lines in or on the ground or water in cable chambers, e.g. in manhole or in handhole

61.

FOLDABLE AND/OR COLLAPSIBLE PLASTIC/COMPOSITE UTILITY ENCLOSURE

      
Document Number 03214368
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-04-07
Open to Public Date 2022-10-13
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond George
  • Pillay, Selvum

Abstract

A lid for a utility enclosure having a front end, a rear end, a right side, a left side, a top lid portion, and a bottom, defining an interior. Large reinforcement ribs are on an interior surface of the top lid portion and form a lattice-type structure. Small reinforcement ribs are mounted in spaces formed by the lattice type structure. The lid is made of glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene and metal bars or rebar are embedded in the large reinforcement ribs. The metal bars are positioned near a bottom of the large reinforcement ribs and spaced above the bottom. The physical structure of the lid and the lid's composition, consisting essentially of glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene, are constructed so that the lid withstands up to 33,750 pounds of force without breaking or being deformed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 9/10 - Installations of electric cables or lines in or on the ground or water in cable chambers, e.g. in manhole or in handhole
  • B65D 41/62 - Secondary protective cap-like outer covers for closure members
  • G01F 15/14 - Casings, e.g. of special material
  • H02B 1/26 - Casings; Parts thereof or accessories therefor
  • H02B 1/50 - Pedestal- or pad-mounted casings; Parts thereof or accessories therefor

62.

Cable mounting clamps

      
Application Number 17853250
Grant Number 11892699
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-29
First Publication Date 2022-10-13
Grant Date 2024-02-06
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Courchaine, Wilfred J.
  • Ball, Shirley

Abstract

A cable assembly includes a cable and a cable mounting clamp. The cable mounting clamp includes a base removably connectable to a surface. The base may include a tab removably insertable into an aperture defined in the surface and a lock releasably connectable to the surface. The base further includes an outer body which defines an inner channel and a support ramp disposed within the inner channel, the inner channel extending along a longitudinal axis. The cable mounting clamp further includes a cap connectable to the base to further define the inner channel therebetween. The cable mounting clamp further includes a roller tube disposed within the inner channel and rotatably mounted on the support ramp, the roller tube rotatable about the longitudinal axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 3/32 - Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings using mounting clamps
  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • H02G 3/34 - Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings using separate protective tubing
  • H02G 15/18 - Cable junctions protected by sleeves, e.g. for communication cable
  • F16B 2/02 - Clamps, i.e. with gripping action effected by positive means other than the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening
  • F16B 2/20 - Clips, i.e. with gripping action effected solely by the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening

63.

METHOD OF FORMING A FOLDABLE AND/OR COLLAPSIBLE PLASTIC/COMPOSITE UTILITY ENCLOSURE

      
Application Number US2022023446
Publication Number 2022/216683
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-05
Publication Date 2022-10-13
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond George

Abstract

A method of forming and assembling a foldable plastic utility enclosure using molds to form sides of the enclosure, preferably using glass fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite. The molds are constructed to form a central hole in hinge members which are formed on ends of the sides. The central hole of the hinge member is molded with two molding parts, wherein one or both of the molding parts have a solid central portion that forms the central hole. The sides are removed from the molds after curing and the sides are assembled to form the utility enclosure while the sides are still hot from the molding process. Hinge pins are inserted into the central holes of the hinge members to form hinges and to prevent the sides from warping during cooling. Assembling the sides and inserting hinge pins to form the utility enclosure is completed within approximately 10 minutes after removing the sides from the molds.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 9/10 - Installations of electric cables or lines in or on the ground or water in cable chambers, e.g. in manhole or in handhole

64.

FOLDABLE AND/OR COLLAPSIBLE PLASTIC/COMPOSITE UTILITY ENCLOSURE

      
Application Number US2022023808
Publication Number 2022/216916
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-07
Publication Date 2022-10-13
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond George
  • Pillay, Selvum

Abstract

A lid for a utility enclosure having a front end, a rear end, a right side, a left side, a top lid portion, and a bottom, defining an interior. Large reinforcement ribs are on an interior surface of the top lid portion and form a lattice-type structure. Small reinforcement ribs are mounted in spaces formed by the lattice type structure. The lid is made of glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene and metal bars or rebar are embedded in the large reinforcement ribs. The metal bars are positioned near a bottom of the large reinforcement ribs and spaced above the bottom. The physical structure of the lid and the lid's composition, consisting essentially of glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene, are constructed so that the lid withstands up to 33,750 pounds of force without breaking or being deformed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 9/10 - Installations of electric cables or lines in or on the ground or water in cable chambers, e.g. in manhole or in handhole
  • B65D 6/18 - Containers having bodies formed by interconnecting or uniting two or more rigid, or substantially rigid, components made wholly or mainly of metal, plastics, wood or substitutes therefor collapsible with hinged components
  • B65D 6/00 - Containers having bodies formed by interconnecting or uniting two or more rigid, or substantially rigid, components made wholly or mainly of metal, plastics, wood or substitutes therefor
  • G01F 15/14 - Casings, e.g. of special material
  • H02B 1/26 - Casings; Parts thereof or accessories therefor
  • H02B 1/50 - Pedestal- or pad-mounted casings; Parts thereof or accessories therefor
  • H02G 3/18 - Distribution boxes; Connection or junction boxes providing line outlets
  • B65D 57/00 - Internal frames or supports for flexible articles, e.g. stiffeners; Separators for articles packaged in stacks or groups, e.g. for preventing adhesion of sticky articles
  • E02D 29/00 - Underground or underwater structures; Retaining walls
  • E02D 29/12 - Manhole shafts; Other inspection or access chambers; Accessories therefor
  • B65D 37/00 - Portable flexible containers not otherwise provided for
  • B65D 41/62 - Secondary protective cap-like outer covers for closure members

65.

FLEXREPORTER

      
Application Number 222677200
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-10-07
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

(1) Downloadable and recorded computer software for use in analyzing and documenting data and test results obtained using fiber optic test and inspection equipment on a fiber optic network. (1) Providing temporary use of a web-based software application for use in analyzing and documenting data and test results obtained using fiber optic test and inspection equipment on a fiber optic network.

66.

CABLE MOUNTING CLAMPS

      
Document Number 03213486
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-01-04
Open to Public Date 2022-10-06
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Vogel, Mark
  • Cignarale, Joseph
  • Courchaine, Wilfred J.

Abstract

A fiber optic distribution enclosure (10) and cable mounting clamp (54) are provided. The enclosure (10) includes a surface having a first bridge extended along a longitudinal direction. The cable mounting clamp (54) including a base (100) removably connectable to the surface. The base (100) includes an outer body (110) which defines an inner channel (112) and a support ramp(114) disposed within the inner channel (112). The inner channel (112) extends along the longitudinal direction. A tong structure (140) is connected to the base (100). The tong structure (140) extends along the longitudinal direction and between the inner channel (112) and the surface. A fork structure (200) is slidable along the longitudinal direction and includes a pair of prongs (202) extended along the longitudinal direction. Each prong (202) is in sliding contact with the tong structure (140). Each prong (202) forms a longitudinal face extending along the longitudinal direction and an angled face (206) extending away from the longitudinal axis and corresponding to an angled face (146) at the tong structure (140).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

67.

CABLE MOUNTING CLAMPS

      
Application Number US2022011110
Publication Number 2022/211872
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-01-04
Publication Date 2022-10-06
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Vogel, Mark
  • Cignarale, Joseph
  • Courchaine, Wilfred J.

Abstract

A fiber optic distribution enclosure (10) and cable mounting clamp (54) are provided. The enclosure (10) includes a surface having a first bridge extended along a longitudinal direction. The cable mounting clamp (54) including a base (100) removably connectable to the surface. The base (100) includes an outer body (110) which defines an inner channel (112) and a support ramp(114) disposed within the inner channel (112). The inner channel (112) extends along the longitudinal direction. A tong structure (140) is connected to the base (100). The tong structure (140) extends along the longitudinal direction and between the inner channel (112) and the surface. A fork structure (200) is slidable along the longitudinal direction and includes a pair of prongs (202) extended along the longitudinal direction. Each prong (202) is in sliding contact with the tong structure (140). Each prong (202) forms a longitudinal face extending along the longitudinal direction and an angled face (206) extending away from the longitudinal axis and corresponding to an angled face (146) at the tong structure (140).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

68.

FOLDABLE AND/OR COLLAPSIBLE PLASTIC/COMPOSITE UTILITY ENCLOSURE

      
Document Number 03213364
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-03-29
Open to Public Date 2022-10-06
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond George
  • Pillay, Selvum

Abstract

A foldable extension enclosure for a utility enclosure having first, second, third, and fourth sides connected by hinges. The extension enclosure folds only in one direction. A first end of the first side slidably overlaps a second opposite end of the third side and a first end of the second side slidably overlaps a second opposite end of the fourth side. A second opposite end of the first side abuts a first end of the fourth side and a first end of the third side abuts a second opposite end of the second side. There is an internal top ledge on each side in an interior near a top end of the extension enclosure and an external bottom ledge on each side on an exterior near a bottom end of the extension enclosure to mount the extension enclosure to the utility enclosure through mounting holes. The mounting holes are in the sides between the top ledge and the top end and between the bottom ledge and the bottom end. The extension enclosure folds with the utility enclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 9/10 - Installations of electric cables or lines in or on the ground or water in cable chambers, e.g. in manhole or in handhole
  • E03B 7/09 - Component parts or accessories
  • H02G 3/08 - Distribution boxes; Connection or junction boxes

69.

FOLDABLE AND/OR COLLAPSIBLE PLASTIC/COMPOSITE UTILITY ENCLOSURE

      
Application Number US2022022307
Publication Number 2022/212345
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-29
Publication Date 2022-10-06
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin, Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond, George
  • Pillay, Selvum

Abstract

A foldable extension enclosure for a utility enclosure having first, second, third, and fourth sides connected by hinges. The extension enclosure folds only in one direction. A first end of the first side slidably overlaps a second opposite end of the third side and a first end of the second side slidably overlaps a second opposite end of the fourth side. A second opposite end of the first side abuts a first end of the fourth side and a first end of the third side abuts a second opposite end of the second side. There is an internal top ledge on each side in an interior near a top end of the extension enclosure and an external bottom ledge on each side on an exterior near a bottom end of the extension enclosure to mount the extension enclosure to the utility enclosure through mounting holes. The mounting holes are in the sides between the top ledge and the top end and between the bottom ledge and the bottom end. The extension enclosure folds with the utility enclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 9/10 - Installations of electric cables or lines in or on the ground or water in cable chambers, e.g. in manhole or in handhole
  • H02G 3/08 - Distribution boxes; Connection or junction boxes
  • E02D 29/00 - Underground or underwater structures; Retaining walls
  • E03B 7/09 - Component parts or accessories

70.

Foldable and/or collapsible plastic/composite utility enclosure

      
Application Number 17831805
Grant Number 11670918
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-03
First Publication Date 2022-09-15
Grant Date 2023-06-06
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Pillay, Selvum
  • Thompson, Raymond George

Abstract

A foldable extension enclosure for a utility enclosure, each having first, second, third, and fourth sides connected by hinges and each folding only in one direction by means of detents on the sides. A first end of the first side slidably overlaps a second opposite end of the third side and a first end of the second side slidably overlaps a second opposite end of the fourth side. There is an internal top ledge on each side in an interior near a top end of the extension enclosure and the utility enclosure and an external bottom ledge on each side on an exterior near a bottom end of the extension enclosure, to mount the extension enclosure to the utility enclosure with concave and convex detents. Convex detents are at the top end of the utility and extension enclosures and concave detents are at the bottom end of the extension enclosure. The convex detents also reversibly lock a lid to the tops of the utility and extension enclosures.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 1/46 - Boxes; Parts thereof or accessories therefor
  • H02G 3/08 - Distribution boxes; Connection or junction boxes
  • B65D 6/18 - Containers having bodies formed by interconnecting or uniting two or more rigid, or substantially rigid, components made wholly or mainly of metal, plastics, wood or substitutes therefor collapsible with hinged components

71.

Systems and methods of managing cables in telecommunication systems

      
Application Number 17680414
Grant Number 11886029
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-02-25
First Publication Date 2022-09-15
Grant Date 2024-01-30
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor Vogel, Mark

Abstract

Cable managers are provided. A cable manager includes a body configured to be selectively engaged with a loose end of a first cable, wherein the body defines an effective unbiased length, as measured in an unbiased state, and an effective biased length, as measured in a biased state, and wherein the effective biased length is greater than the effective unbiased length.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • G02B 6/50 - Underground or underwater installation; Installation through tubing, conduits or ducts

72.

FIBER TO THE PEOPLE

      
Application Number 220758100
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-09-01
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 38 - Telecommunications services

Goods & Services

(1) Telecommunications consultation; Telecommunication access services; Transmission of information on optical telecommunication networks

73.

Foldable and/or collapsible plastic/composite utility enclosure

      
Application Number 17731777
Grant Number 11670917
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-28
First Publication Date 2022-08-11
Grant Date 2023-06-06
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond George
  • Pillay, Selvum

Abstract

A lid for a utility enclosure having a front end, a rear end, a right side, a left side, a top lid portion, and a bottom, defining an interior. Large reinforcement ribs are on an interior surface of the top lid portion and form a lattice-type structure. Small reinforcement ribs are mounted in spaces formed by the lattice type structure. The lid is made of glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene and metal bars or rebar are embedded in the large reinforcement ribs. The metal bars are positioned near a bottom of the large reinforcement ribs and spaced above the bottom. The physical structure of the lid and the lid's composition, consisting essentially of glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene, are constructed so that the lid withstands up to 33,750 pounds of force without breaking or being deformed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 43/02 - Removable lids or covers
  • H02B 1/46 - Boxes; Parts thereof or accessories therefor
  • B65D 6/18 - Containers having bodies formed by interconnecting or uniting two or more rigid, or substantially rigid, components made wholly or mainly of metal, plastics, wood or substitutes therefor collapsible with hinged components
  • H02G 3/08 - Distribution boxes; Connection or junction boxes

74.

Method of forming a foldable or collapsible plastic/composite utility enclosure

      
Application Number 17729587
Grant Number 11766834
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-26
First Publication Date 2022-08-11
Grant Date 2023-09-26
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond George

Abstract

A method of forming and assembling a foldable plastic utility enclosure using molds to form sides of the enclosure, preferably using glass fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite. The molds are constructed to form a central hole in hinge members which are formed on ends of the sides. The central hole of the hinge member is molded with two molding parts, wherein one or both of the molding parts have a solid central portion that forms the central hole. The sides are removed from the molds after curing and the sides are assembled to form the utility enclosure while the sides are still hot from the molding process. Hinge pins are inserted into the central holes of the hinge members to form hinges and to prevent the sides from warping during cooling. Assembling the sides and inserting hinge pins to form the utility enclosure is completed within approximately 10 minutes after removing the sides from the molds.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B29C 65/56 - Joining of preformed parts; Apparatus therefor using mechanical means
  • B29C 70/54 - Component parts, details or accessories; Auxiliary operations
  • B65D 6/16 - Containers having bodies formed by interconnecting or uniting two or more rigid, or substantially rigid, components made wholly or mainly of metal, plastics, wood or substitutes therefor collapsible
  • B65D 6/18 - Containers having bodies formed by interconnecting or uniting two or more rigid, or substantially rigid, components made wholly or mainly of metal, plastics, wood or substitutes therefor collapsible with hinged components
  • B65D 6/34 - Reinforcing or strengthening parts or members
  • B29K 23/00 - Use of polyalkenes as moulding material
  • B29K 309/08 - Glass
  • B29L 31/10 - Building elements, e.g. bricks, blocks, tiles, panels, posts, beams
  • B29C 45/00 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mould; Apparatus therefor
  • B29C 65/00 - Joining of preformed parts; Apparatus therefor
  • B29C 45/14 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mould; Apparatus therefor incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. injection moulding around inserts or for coating articles
  • B29L 31/00 - Other particular articles
  • B29L 31/22 - Hinges

75.

FIBER OPTIC HOUSING AND CLIP

      
Document Number 03206594
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-01-12
Open to Public Date 2022-08-04
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Ebrahimi, Vahid M.
  • Bureacov, Artur
  • Pons, Sean

Abstract

A fiber optic housing including a receptacle and a retainer clip fixable to the receptacle at one or more of a plurality of apertures. The receptacle includes a plurality of sidewalls extending along a longitudinal axis, a base wall extending from the plurality of sidewalls, and an end wall extending along a lateral axis between the plurality of sidewalls. The retainer clip forms a pathway extending along the longitudinal axis between a first clip end and a second clip end. The first clip end and the second clip end form openings into the pathway. A cable is extendable into the receptacle through the pathway formed at the retainer clip.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

76.

FIBER OPTIC HOUSING AND CLIP

      
Application Number US2022012077
Publication Number 2022/164632
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-01-12
Publication Date 2022-08-04
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Ebrahimi, Vahid M.
  • Bureacov, Artur
  • Pons, Sean

Abstract

A fiber optic housing including a receptacle and a retainer clip fixable to the receptacle at one or more of a plurality of apertures. The receptacle includes a plurality of sidewalls extending along a longitudinal axis, a base wall extending from the plurality of sidewalls, and an end wall extending along a lateral axis between the plurality of sidewalls. The retainer clip forms a pathway extending along the longitudinal axis between a first clip end and a second clip end. The first clip end and the second clip end form openings into the pathway. A cable is extendable into the receptacle through the pathway formed at the retainer clip.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

77.

FIBER OPTIC TRAY SYSTEMS

      
Application Number 17718610
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-04-12
First Publication Date 2022-07-28
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor Guzzo, Lou

Abstract

A fiber optic tray system includes a tray. The tray includes a tray body, the tray body extending along a longitudinal axis between a front and a rear and extending along a lateral axis between a first side and a second side. The tray further includes a plurality of alignment rails, each of the plurality of alignment rails protruding from the tray body along a transverse axis. The tray further includes a plurality of retainer features disposed at the rear of the tray body. The fiber optic tray system further includes a fiber optic module, the fiber optic module including an outer housing and at least one retainment feature. The at least one retainment feature is interfaced with at least one of the plurality of retainer features to retain the fiber optic module on the tray.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

78.

Flared foldable utility enclosure

      
Application Number 29811585
Grant Number D0958409
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-10-15
First Publication Date 2022-07-19
Grant Date 2022-07-19
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond George
  • Crosby, Erick
  • Bramlett, Andru

79.

Foldable and/or collapsible plastic/composite utility enclosure

      
Application Number 17322120
Grant Number 11374386
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-05-17
First Publication Date 2022-06-02
Grant Date 2022-06-28
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond George
  • Pillay, Selvum

Abstract

A foldable extension enclosure for a utility enclosure, each having first, second, third, and fourth sides connected by hinges and each folding only in one direction by means of detents on the sides. A first end of the first side slidably overlaps a second opposite end of the third side and a first end of the second side slidably overlaps a second opposite end of the fourth side. There is an internal top ledge on each side in an interior near a top end of the extension enclosure and the utility enclosure and an external bottom ledge on each side on an exterior near a bottom end of the extension enclosure, to mount the extension enclosure to the utility enclosure with concave and convex detents. Convex detents are at the top end of the utility and extension enclosures and concave detents are at the bottom end of the extension enclosure. The convex detents also reversibly lock a lid to the tops of the utility and extension enclosures.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 6/18 - Containers having bodies formed by interconnecting or uniting two or more rigid, or substantially rigid, components made wholly or mainly of metal, plastics, wood or substitutes therefor collapsible with hinged components
  • H02B 1/46 - Boxes; Parts thereof or accessories therefor
  • H02G 3/08 - Distribution boxes; Connection or junction boxes

80.

Control systems and methods for aligning multicore fiber optic cables

      
Application Number 17539967
Grant Number 11762148
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-01
First Publication Date 2022-06-02
Grant Date 2023-09-19
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor Zheng, Wenxin

Abstract

Systems and methods of aligning multicore fiber optic cables are provided. A method for aligning a first multicore fiber (MCF) and a second multicore fiber (MCF), the first MCF and second MCF each comprising a plurality of cores and a marker, the method including: producing a brightness profile for the first and second MCFs; determining rotational orientations of the first and second MCFs from the brightness profile; rotating at least one of the first and second MCFs until each of the plurality of cores of the first MCF and the second MCF are aligned; determining if the markers of the first MCF and second MCF are aligned in view of a region of the brightness profile associated with the markers; and splicing the first MCF and the second MCF together if the cores and marker of the first MCF are aligned with the cores and marker of the second MCF.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/255 - Splicing of light guides, e.g. by fusion or bonding
  • B29D 11/00 - Producing optical elements, e.g. lenses or prisms
  • G02B 6/02 - Optical fibres with cladding

81.

BUTT CLOSURES AND BASES THEREFOR

      
Application Number US2021060553
Publication Number 2022/115447
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-23
Publication Date 2022-06-02
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Wittmeier, David
  • Stout, Cecilia
  • Kimbrell, Edward

Abstract

A butt closure base includes a base housing defining a plurality of cavities. A first gel is disposed in each of the plurality of cavities. The butt closure base further includes a plurality of wedge assemblies, each of the plurality of wedge assemblies removably insertable into one of the plurality of cavities. Each of the plurality of wedge assemblies includes an outer cover, and a second gel. The butt closure base further includes a plurality of cable entry passages, each of the plurality of cable entry passages defined between one of the plurality of cavities and one of the plurality of wedge assemblies. The butt closure base further includes a plurality of bushings, each of the plurality of bushings disposed in one of the plurality of cable entry passages.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

82.

BUTT CLOSURES AND BASES THEREFOR

      
Document Number 03200336
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-23
Open to Public Date 2022-06-02
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Wittmeier, David
  • Stout, Cecilia
  • Kimbrell, Edward

Abstract

A butt closure base includes a base housing defining a plurality of cavities. A first gel is disposed in each of the plurality of cavities. The butt closure base further includes a plurality of wedge assemblies, each of the plurality of wedge assemblies removably insertable into one of the plurality of cavities. Each of the plurality of wedge assemblies includes an outer cover, and a second gel. The butt closure base further includes a plurality of cable entry passages, each of the plurality of cable entry passages defined between one of the plurality of cavities and one of the plurality of wedge assemblies. The butt closure base further includes a plurality of bushings, each of the plurality of bushings disposed in one of the plurality of cable entry passages.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

83.

Optical fiber cable

      
Application Number 17671886
Grant Number 11709329
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-02-15
First Publication Date 2022-06-02
Grant Date 2023-07-25
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Shimizu, Shogo
  • Namazue, Akira
  • Osato, Ken

Abstract

An optical fiber cable includes: a sheath; a core that is housed in the sheath and comprises optical fibers; tensile strength members embedded in the sheath; and ripcords embedded in the sheath. Recesses and protrusions are disposed alternately in a circumferential direction on an outer circumferential surface of the sheath. The recesses each include: two connecting portions respectively connected to radial inner ends of two adjacent protrusions; and a bottom surface positioned between the two connecting portions. In a transverse cross-sectional view, the ripcords are positioned inside some of the protrusions, and the tensile strength members are positioned inside the remaining protrusions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

84.

BUTT CLOSURES AND BASES THEREFOR

      
Application Number 17153350
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-01-20
First Publication Date 2022-06-02
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Wittmeier, David
  • Stout, Cecilia
  • Kimbrell, Edward

Abstract

A butt closure base includes a base housing defining a plurality of cavities. A first gel is disposed in each of the plurality of cavities. The butt closure base further includes a plurality of wedge assemblies, each of the plurality of wedge assemblies removably insertable into one of the plurality of cavities. Each of the plurality of wedge assemblies includes an outer cover, and a second gel. The butt closure base further includes a plurality of cable entry passages, each of the plurality of cable entry passages defined between one of the plurality of cavities and one of the plurality of wedge assemblies. The butt closure base further includes a plurality of bushings, each of the plurality of bushings disposed in one of the plurality of cable entry passages.

IPC Classes  ?

85.

Method of forming a foldable or collapsible plastic and/or composite utility enclosure

      
Application Number 17223089
Grant Number 11338524
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-06
First Publication Date 2022-05-12
Grant Date 2022-05-24
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond George

Abstract

A method of forming and assembling a foldable plastic utility enclosure using molds to form sides of the enclosure, preferably using glass fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite. The molds are constructed to form a central hole in hinge members which are formed on ends of the sides. The central hole of the hinge member is molded with two molding parts, wherein one or both of the molding parts have a solid central portion that forms the central hole. The sides are removed from the molds after curing and the sides are assembled to form the utility enclosure while the sides are still hot from the molding process. Hinge pins are inserted into the central holes of the hinge members to form hinges and to prevent the sides from warping during cooling. Assembling the sides and inserting hinge pins to form the utility enclosure is completed within approximately 10 minutes after removing the sides from the molds.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B29C 65/56 - Joining of preformed parts; Apparatus therefor using mechanical means
  • B65D 6/16 - Containers having bodies formed by interconnecting or uniting two or more rigid, or substantially rigid, components made wholly or mainly of metal, plastics, wood or substitutes therefor collapsible
  • B29C 70/54 - Component parts, details or accessories; Auxiliary operations
  • B65D 6/18 - Containers having bodies formed by interconnecting or uniting two or more rigid, or substantially rigid, components made wholly or mainly of metal, plastics, wood or substitutes therefor collapsible with hinged components
  • B65D 6/34 - Reinforcing or strengthening parts or members
  • B29K 23/00 - Use of polyalkenes as moulding material
  • B29K 309/08 - Glass
  • B29L 31/10 - Building elements, e.g. bricks, blocks, tiles, panels, posts, beams
  • B29C 45/00 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mould; Apparatus therefor
  • B29C 65/00 - Joining of preformed parts; Apparatus therefor
  • B29C 45/14 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mould; Apparatus therefor incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. injection moulding around inserts or for coating articles
  • B29L 31/00 - Other particular articles
  • B29L 31/22 - Hinges

86.

Foldable and/or collapsible plastic/composite utility enclosure

      
Application Number 17224155
Grant Number 11349281
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-07
First Publication Date 2022-05-12
Grant Date 2022-05-31
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond George
  • Pillay, Selvum

Abstract

A lid for a utility enclosure having a front end, a rear end, a right side, a left side, a top lid portion, and a bottom, defining an interior. Large reinforcement ribs are on an interior surface of the top lid portion and form a lattice-type structure. Small reinforcement ribs are mounted in spaces formed by the lattice type structure. The lid is made of glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene and metal bars or rebar are embedded in the large reinforcement ribs. The metal bars are positioned near a bottom of the large reinforcement ribs and spaced above the bottom. The physical structure of the lid and the lid's composition, consisting essentially of glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene, are constructed so that the lid withstands up to 33,750 pounds of force without breaking or being deformed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 43/02 - Removable lids or covers
  • H02B 1/46 - Boxes; Parts thereof or accessories therefor
  • B65D 6/18 - Containers having bodies formed by interconnecting or uniting two or more rigid, or substantially rigid, components made wholly or mainly of metal, plastics, wood or substitutes therefor collapsible with hinged components
  • H02G 3/08 - Distribution boxes; Connection or junction boxes

87.

Cable mounting clamps

      
Application Number 17077500
Grant Number 11462897
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-10-22
First Publication Date 2022-04-28
Grant Date 2022-10-04
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Marchek, Kyle
  • Courchaine, Wilfred
  • Vogel, Mark
  • Ball, Shirley

Abstract

A cable assembly includes a cable and a cable mounting clamp. The cable mounting clamp includes a base removably connectable to a surface. The base includes an outer body which defines an inner channel and a support ramp disposed within the inner channel, the inner channel extending along a longitudinal axis. The cable mounting clamp further includes a roller tube disposed within the inner channel and moveably mounted on the support ramp, the roller tube translatable along the longitudinal axis relative to the support ramp. The cable is inserted through the roller tube and extends through the inner channel, such that the cable is translatable with the roller tube along the longitudinal axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 3/04 - Protective tubing or conduits, e.g. cable ladders or cable troughs
  • F16L 3/10 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing divided, i.e. with two members engaging the pipe, cable or protective tubing
  • F16B 15/00 - Nails; Staples
  • F16B 19/00 - Bolts without screw-thread; Pins, including deformable elements; Rivets
  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • H02G 3/32 - Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings using mounting clamps
  • F16L 3/04 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets partly surrounding the pipes, cables or protective tubing and pressing it against a wall or other support
  • H02G 3/34 - Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings using separate protective tubing
  • H02G 15/18 - Cable junctions protected by sleeves, e.g. for communication cable

88.

CABLE MOUNTING CLAMPS

      
Application Number US2021056204
Publication Number 2022/087377
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-10-22
Publication Date 2022-04-28
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Marchek, Kyle
  • Courchaine, Wilfred
  • Vogel, Mark
  • Ball, Shirley

Abstract

A cable assembly includes a cable and a cable mounting clamp. The cable mounting clamp includes a base removably connectable to a surface. The base includes an outer body which defines an inner channel and a support ramp disposed within the inner channel, the inner channel extending along a longitudinal axis. The cable mounting clamp further includes a roller tube disposed within the inner channel and moveably mounted on the support ramp, the roller tube translatable along the longitudinal axis relative to the support ramp. The cable is inserted through the roller tube and extends through the inner channel, such that the cable is translatable with the roller tube along the longitudinal axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • H02G 3/32 - Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings using mounting clamps
  • H02G 3/34 - Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings using separate protective tubing

89.

CABLE MOUNTING CLAMPS

      
Document Number 03196491
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-10-22
Open to Public Date 2022-04-28
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Marchek, Kyle
  • Courchaine, Wilfred
  • Vogel, Mark
  • Ball, Shirley

Abstract

A cable assembly includes a cable and a cable mounting clamp. The cable mounting clamp includes a base removably connectable to a surface. The base includes an outer body which defines an inner channel and a support ramp disposed within the inner channel, the inner channel extending along a longitudinal axis. The cable mounting clamp further includes a roller tube disposed within the inner channel and moveably mounted on the support ramp, the roller tube translatable along the longitudinal axis relative to the support ramp. The cable is inserted through the roller tube and extends through the inner channel, such that the cable is translatable with the roller tube along the longitudinal axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • H02G 3/32 - Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings using mounting clamps
  • H02G 3/34 - Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings using separate protective tubing

90.

Patch panel with lifting cassette removal

      
Application Number 17568651
Grant Number 11726288
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-01-04
First Publication Date 2022-04-28
Grant Date 2023-08-15
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor Ye, Zidi

Abstract

A patch panel includes a cabinet and a cassette. A pair of cassette guides is positioned within the cabinet. The pair of cassette guides are spaced along a lateral direction such that the cassette is receivable between the pair of cassette guides. The cassette is slidable along a transverse direction on the pair of cassette guides. At least one of the pair of cassette guides includes a first rail and a second rail that are spaced apart along a vertical direction. The cassette is slidable along the transverse direction between the first and second rails. Each end of the first rail is cantilevered such that each end of the first rail is moveable along the vertical direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

91.

FLEXREPORTER

      
Serial Number 97354388
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-04-08
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Downloadable and recorded computer software for use in analyzing and documenting data and test results obtained using fiber optic test and inspection equipment on a fiber optic network Providing temporary use of a web-based software application for use in analyzing and documenting data and test results obtained using fiber optic test and inspection equipment on a fiber optic network

92.

FIBER TO THE PEOPLE

      
Serial Number 97298644
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-03-07
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 38 - Telecommunications services

Goods & Services

Telecommunications consultation; Telecommunication access services; Transmission of information on optical telecommunication networks

93.

Fiber optic cassettes and splice modules

      
Application Number 17505282
Grant Number 11789227
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-10-19
First Publication Date 2022-02-03
Grant Date 2023-10-17
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Courchaine, Wilfred
  • Ball, Shirley

Abstract

A fiber optic cassette includes a cassette body, the cassette body extending along a longitudinal axis between a front and a rear, extending along a lateral axis between a first side and a second side, and extending along a transverse axis between a bottom and a top. The fiber optic cassette further includes a plurality of fiber optic adapter apertures defined at the front of the cassette body. The fiber optic cassette further includes a side channel defined at the first side of the cassette body, the side channel including an entry aperture spaced from the rear of the cassette body along the longitudinal axis. The fiber optic cassette further includes a splice module receptacle defined in the cassette body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables

94.

High density patch panel with modular cassettes

      
Application Number 17497577
Grant Number 11822140
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-10-08
First Publication Date 2022-01-27
Grant Date 2023-11-21
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor Vogel, Mark A.

Abstract

A patch panel may include a tray that is slidable between a retracted position and an extended position on tray supports and features for holding the tray in the retracted position and in the extended position. The patch panel may also include a cassette that is slidable on cassette supports, latches for engaging the cassette to block movement of the cassette and features for disengaging the latches.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • H04Q 1/02 - Constructional details

95.

Foldable utility enclosure

      
Application Number 29797486
Grant Number D0941582
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-06-30
First Publication Date 2022-01-25
Grant Date 2022-01-25
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nolen, Dustin Kyle
  • Thompson, Raymond George

96.

SPLICE CLOSURE APPARATUS AND FIBER OPTIC DISTRIBUTION NETWORK

      
Document Number 03185924
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-07-08
Open to Public Date 2022-01-20
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Dobbins, Patrick E.
  • Megill, Richard

Abstract

A splice closure apparatus and a fiber optic distribution network are provided. The splice closure apparatus includes a housing forming a plenum and an opening. A mount plate is affixed in the plenum within the housing, A signal splitter device is affixed to the mount plate. A fiber optic cable stub is extended through the opening of the housing. The cable stub includes an input optical fiber operably connected to the signal splitter device. The cable stub includes an output optical fiber operably connected to the signal splitter device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • G02B 6/38 - Mechanical coupling means having fibre to fibre mating means

97.

SPLICE CLOSURE APPARATUS AND FIBER OPTIC DISTRIBUTION NETWORK

      
Application Number US2021040815
Publication Number 2022/015563
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-08
Publication Date 2022-01-20
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Dobbins, Patrick E.
  • Megill, Richard

Abstract

A splice closure apparatus and a fiber optic distribution network are provided. The splice closure apparatus includes a housing forming a plenum and an opening. A mount plate is affixed in the plenum within the housing, A signal splitter device is affixed to the mount plate. A fiber optic cable stub is extended through the opening of the housing. The cable stub includes an input optical fiber operably connected to the signal splitter device. The cable stub includes an output optical fiber operably connected to the signal splitter device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
  • G02B 6/38 - Mechanical coupling means having fibre to fibre mating means

98.

ONYXCCS

      
Application Number 216010600
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-01-13
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

(1) Grounding wire; grounding conductor wire; electrical conductors

99.

HIDNCCS

      
Application Number 216010300
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-01-13
Owner AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

(1) Grounding wire; grounding conductor wire; electrical conductors

100.

Large core apparatus for measuring optical power in multifiber cables

      
Application Number 17296164
Grant Number 11898928
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-11-26
First Publication Date 2022-01-13
Grant Date 2024-02-13
Owner AFL Telecommunications LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Liu, Bin
  • Prescott, Scott
  • Eddy, Dale
  • Collins, Shawn P.

Abstract

An optical power meter unit includes a transmitting/receiving port configured to connect to a fiber under test. The optical power meter unit also includes a light source and an optical power meter. The optical power meter unit further includes an optical fiber extending between the transmitting/receiving port and the optical power meter. The optical fiber has a core size greater than a core size of the fiber under test.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01M 11/00 - Testing of optical apparatus; Testing structures by optical methods not otherwise provided for
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