Combined optical and electrical transmission line
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1. A combined optical and electrical transmission line, comprising:
- an optical fiber, and an electrically-conductive sleeve surrounding the optical fiber.
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Abstract
The combined optical and electrical transmission line includes an optical fiber and an electrically-conductive sleeve that surrounds the optical fiber. The optical fiber transmits optical signals and the conductive sleeve conducts electrical signals or electrical power. The electrically-conductive sleeve may form part of an electrical transmission line having a characteristic impedance capable of transmitting a high-frequency electrical signal.
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1. A combined optical and electrical transmission line, comprising:
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an optical fiber, and an electrically-conductive sleeve surrounding the optical fiber. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)
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9. A method of transmitting an optical signal and an electrical signal, the method comprising:
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providing an optical fiber;
providing conductive material;
surrounding the optical fiber with the conductive material;
making an optical connection to the optical fiber; and
making an electrical connection to the conductive material. - View Dependent Claims (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15)
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