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Lens block for optical connection

  • US 9,568,678 B2
  • Filed: 12/07/2013
  • Issued: 02/14/2017
  • Est. Priority Date: 10/24/2012
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A lens block for an optical connection, comprising:

  • at least one optical channel having an optical interface portion positioned at a first side of the lens block, wherein the lens block is fabricated from an optically transmissive material;

    a total internal reflection (TIR) surface for turning an optical signal of the at least one optical channel;

    at least one fiber lead-in positioned at an outer side of the lens block and aligned to the TIR surface; and

    one or more magnetic materials positioned within one or more openings in a second side of the lens block, wherein the second side is different from the first side, and the one or more openings extend into the lens block from the second side the lens block.

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