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    • Patent AT-E40011-T1: [Translated] CONNECTORS.

    Metadata Updated: September 8, 2025

    An optical fibre connector 10 to connect two optical fibres 12 comprises a ferrule 11 secured to each fibre end, and a clamping sleeve 13 of shape memory effect metal to align and clamp the ferrules 11. The shape memory effect metal is selected and trained to expand on heating above its transformation temperature. The bore 16 of the clamping sleeve 13 is arranged to make an interference fit with the ferrules 11 when below the transformation temperature, and a clearance fit when above the transformation temperature. An elastic titanium alloy compression sleeve 14 surrounding the clamping sleeve 13 provides for long-term integrity of the connector and reinforces the clamping action of the damping sleeve 13 when below its transformation temperature.

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    Metadata Updated Date September 8, 2025

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