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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jan. 03, 2017
Filed:
Dec. 05, 2013
Xyratex Technology Limited, Havant, GB;
Alistair Allen Miller, Hayling Island, GB;
Xyratex Technology Limited, Havant, GB;
Abstract
An optical alignment system for aligning an optical component is provided. The system includes an alignment component configured to be moveable in a plane and in a fixed relationship with the optical component. Typically the alignment component houses an optical fiber MT ferrule. One or more driving components are further provided typically in the form of a ball headed adjustment screw. The driving components are configured to be moveable, relative to the alignment component, in a first linear direction. At least a component of the first linear direction is parallel with the normal of the plane. The driving component, when forced along the first linear direction and in contact with the alignment component, imparts a force upon the alignment component, in the plane, to move the optical component in the plane. An alignment frame accommodating the driving components may also be provided.