Patent ID: 6021244
Filing Date: 2000-02-01
Classification: G02B,Y10S

Abstract:
An apparatus for assembling fiber optic strands into sign components comprising:a dispenser in communication with a supply of fiber optic strand;a first positioner for moving said dispenser to a dispensing position adapted to be opposite a receiving aperture of a housing;engaging means in communication with said fiber optic strand for inserting a first end of said fiber optic strand through said dispenser and into one of said preselected housing apertures;a cutting apparatus for cutting said fiber optic strand at a predetermined location, thereby providing a first length of cut strand having a first end insertable into one of said housing apertures and a second cut end;a manipulator for grasping said second cut end of said cut strand;a second positioner for moving said manipulator to a predetermined position opposite a signage display panel;an inserter, carried by said manipulator, for directing said second cut end of said cut strand a prescribed depth into a display panel.