Patent ID: 6684014
Filing Date: 2004-01-27
Classification: G02B

Abstract:
A micro-optic assembly comprising:a first optical element having an optical path therethrough and having a coupling end face; a second optical element having an optical path therethrough and having a coupling end face optically coupled to the coupling end face of the first optical element forming a joint therebetween, such that light propagating on the optical path of the first element couples to the optical path of the second element; and a plurality of flexible crossties each secured to an exterior surface of the first element and to an exterior surface of the second element to reinforce the joint; wherein the crossties are secured at a first end to the first element and at a second end to the second element; wherein the joint further includes an adhesive layer surrounding an exterior surface of the coupled end faces; and wherein the crossties pass through the adhesive layer.