Corning Cable Systems

Larry W Self

William Carl Hurley

James Arthur Register, Iii

Edward John Fewkes

Michelle Dawn Fabian

Michael James Winningham

Huan-Hung Sheng

Gregory Alan Lochkovic

Leigh Rooker Josey

Sheila A Cooper

Fiber optic articles, assemblies, and cables preserve optical performance by using optical waveguides having a core, a cladding, and a coating system according to the present invention. Moreover, the optical articles, assemblies, and cables of the present invention may achieve performance levels that were previously unattainable, for instance, the present invention contemplates acceptable optical performance for wavelengths such as 1625 nm and higher. Additionally, articles, assemblies, and/or cables of the present invention advantageously preserve optical performance, i.e., have relatively low delta attenuation, when subjected to manufacturing processes and/or environmental conditions such as temperature cycling. In other words, the articles, assemblies, and cables can withstand increased stress/strain before having significant attenuation.

Fiber optic articles, assemblies, and cables having optical waveguides

A fiber optic cable and method of manufacturing the same having at least one optical fiber component, at least one strength member and at least one ultra-low shrinking filament. The at least one ultra-low shrinking filament having a shrinkage of about 0.2% or less when heated and held at about 85&deg; C. for about seven days. At least one strength member and at least one ultra-low shrinking filament being disposed generally between the at least one optical fiber component and a cable jacket. The jacket generally surrounding the at least one optical fiber component, the at least one strength member and the ultra-low shrinking filament. The cable can include an interfacial layer interposed between said at least one optical fiber component and the jacket. Additionally, the cable can be riser or plenum rated.

Fiber optic cables having ultra-low shrinking filaments and methods of making the same

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Larry W Self