Patent ID: 6322019
Filing Date: 2001-11-27
Classification: G02B

Abstract:
A system for storing a fiber within a storage space defined by a restrainer, said fiber having a first fiber portion and a second fiber portion, comprising:a separator dividing said storage space into a first fiber portion storage space and a second fiber portion storage space;said separator defining at least one inner bearing surface adapted to restrain said first fiber portion from straightening when coiled within said first fiber portion storage space;said separator defining at least one outer bearing surface adapted to limit a path defined by said second fiber portion when coiled within said second fiber portion storage space, said path varying with a longitudinal tension in the second fiber portion, said path having a plurality of curves each having a radius, the radius of each curve of said path at least meeting a reliability-adjusted minimum bending radius of the second fiber portion;said separator defining at least one separator opening adapted for passing said fiber therethrough; anda blanket for covering said second fiber portion storage space.