Microneedle array systems
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1. An optical device comprising:
- a plurality of needles having channels;
a plurality of fibers inserted in the plurality of needles; and
a plurality of optical components aligned and connected with the plurality of fibers.
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Abstract
The present invention relates to systems of microneedle arrays to align and form optical components. Active components such as lasers are combined with optical fibers. Microneedles are fabricated using techniques such as laser drilled Kapton, and combined with optical fiber, using bump bonding and UV curing adhesives to manufacture a variety of optical components.
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7 Claims
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1. An optical device comprising:
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a plurality of needles having channels;
a plurality of fibers inserted in the plurality of needles; and
a plurality of optical components aligned and connected with the plurality of fibers. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
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7. A method for forming an optical device including a vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL) array and a fiber array, the method comprising:
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aligning the fiber array and VCSEL array;
joining the fiber array and VCSEL array;
reflowing solder on the VCSEL array; and
applying underfill between the fiber array and VCSEL array.
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