James M Towhey

US Patent:

56872682, Nov 11, 1997

Filed:

Nov 27, 1995

Appl. No.:

8/563067

Inventors:

Daniel Lee Stephenson - Lilburn GA
James Patrick Towhey - Doraville GA

Assignee:

Lucent Technologies Inc. - Murray Hill NJ

International Classification:

G02B 638

US Classification:

385 73

Abstract:

An optical shutter for use with optical fiber connector coupling adapters has a front, transverse face which is sufficient to cover the opening in the adapter. The transverse portion has a pair of pivot arms extending from either side thereof which are adapted, at their distal ends, to be pivotally connected to the coupling adapter, thereby providing a pivotal mounting for the shutter. The transverse face also has a flange extending from one end thereof to permit actuation of the shutter, i. e. opening or closing, by means of the connector to be inserted in the adapter, or after removal of the adapter.