公开(公告)号：US07327926B2

公开(公告)日：2008-02-05

申请号：US11702439

申请日：2007-02-05

Applicant: Michael Barth ,  Soutsada Vongseng ,  Matthew D. Ferris

Inventor： Michael Barth ,  Soutsada Vongseng ,  Matthew D. Ferris

IPC: G02B6/00

CPC classification number: G02B6/4442

Abstract: A telecommunications optical fiber distribution system is disclosed. The system comprises a support structure with an upper end, a lower end, a front side, a rear side, and a longitudinal axis. An input cable carrying an input signal and an output cable carrying an output signal is received into the system through the lower end. A plurality of signal splitters located at the upper end of the support structure split the input signal into a plurality of secondary signals. The system includes a plurality of adapters arranged radially about the longitudinal axis along the front side of the support structure. The adapters connect the secondary signals to the output signal. A cable management structure having portions located both along the front side between the plurality of adapters and the splitters and adjacent the back side manage and direct cables going from the input opening to the splitters and from the splitters to the adapters.

Abstract translation: 公开了电信光纤分配系统。 该系统包括具有上端，下端，前侧，后侧和纵向轴线的支撑结构。 承载输入信号的输入电缆和承载输出信号的输出电缆通过下端接收到系统中。 位于支撑结构的上端的多个信号分离器将输入信号分成多个辅助信号。 该系统包括沿着支撑结构的前侧围绕纵向轴线径向布置的多个适配器。 适配器将辅助信号连接到输出信号。 一种电缆管理结构，其具有位于多个适配器和分离器之间的前侧以及与背面相邻的部分，管理和直接电缆从输入开口到分离器以及从分离器到适配器。

公开(公告)号：US07029195B2

公开(公告)日：2006-04-18

申请号：US10777669

申请日：2004-02-12

Applicant: Gary F. Nault ,  Timothy J. Haataja ,  Matthew D. Ferris ,  Alex Watts

Inventor： Gary F. Nault ,  Timothy J. Haataja ,  Matthew D. Ferris ,  Alex Watts

IPC: F16L3/22

CPC classification number: H02G3/0608 ,  F16B21/088 ,  Y10T403/32631 ,  Y10T403/551 ,  Y10T403/591 ,  Y10T403/606 ,  Y10T403/7117

Abstract: Couplers for a cable trough system including a terminal end sized to receive a terminal end of a trough member along a longitudinal direction of the body. A spring may be coupled to the body for securing the terminal end of the trough member to the coupler, the spring including first and second spring arms extending generally in opposition to one another in a plane generally parallel to the longitudinal direction. The spring may be received in a slot formed by the trough member. Also included may be a spring release mechanism coupled to the body, the spring release mechanism sliding in the longitudinal direction between a locked position, such that the first and second spring arms engage the terminal end of the trough, and an unlocked position, such that the first and second fingers release the first and second arms of the spring.

公开(公告)号：US06810191B2

公开(公告)日：2004-10-26

申请号：US09910418

申请日：2001-07-20

Applicant: Matthew D. Ferris ,  Joel T. Fisher

Inventor： Matthew D. Ferris ,  Joel T. Fisher

IPC: G02B600

CPC classification number: H02G9/04 ,  G02B6/4459 ,  H02G3/0418 ,  Y10T16/5329

Abstract: A cable trough cover assembly and method of assembly including a cover plate and a hinge piece. The cover plate includes a pivot member along at least one edge, and the hinge piece defines a pocket for releasably receiving the pivot member. The pocket and pivot member arrangement allow the cover plate to be rotated relative to a cable trough to which the hinge pieces may be mounted.

Abstract translation: 一种电缆槽盖组件和组装方法，包括盖板和铰链件。 盖板包括沿至少一个边缘的枢转构件，并且铰链件限定用于可释放地容纳枢转构件的凹部。 口袋和枢轴构件布置允许盖板相对于可以安装铰链件的电缆槽旋转。

公开(公告)号：US06715719B2

公开(公告)日：2004-04-06

申请号：US10330590

申请日：2002-12-27

Applicant: Gary F. Nault ,  Timothy J. Haataja ,  Matthew D. Ferris ,  Alex Watts

Inventor： Gary F. Nault ,  Timothy J. Haataja ,  Matthew D. Ferris ,  Alex Watts

IPC: F16L322

CPC classification number: G02B6/4461 ,  F16B5/0016 ,  G02B6/4439 ,  H02G3/0608 ,  Y10T29/49824 ,  Y10T29/49844 ,  Y10T29/49845 ,  Y10T403/32631 ,  Y10T403/55 ,  Y10T403/551 ,  Y10T403/599 ,  Y10T403/606 ,  Y10T403/7117

Abstract: Couplers for a cable trough system including a terminal end sized to receive a terminal end of a trough member along a longitudinal direction of the body. A spring may be coupled to the body for securing the terminal end of the trough member to the coupler, the spring including first and second spring arms extending generally in opposition to one another in a plane generally parallel to the longitudinal direction. The spring may be received in a slot formed by the trough member. Also included may be a spring release mechanism coupled to the body, the spring release mechanism sliding in the longitudinal direction between a locked position, such that the first and second spring arms engage the terminal end of the trough, and an unlocked position, such that the first and second fingers release the first and second arms of the spring.

公开(公告)号：US08444095B2

公开(公告)日：2013-05-21

申请号：US13481362

申请日：2012-05-25

Applicant: Matthew D. Ferris ,  Timothy J. Haataja

Inventor： Matthew D. Ferris ,  Timothy J. Haataja

IPC: F16L3/22

CPC classification number: G02B6/4459 ,  F16B7/0406 ,  H02G3/0608 ,  Y10T403/32483 ,  Y10T403/551 ,  Y10T403/599 ,  Y10T403/7043

Abstract: Couplers for a cable trough system including a spacing defined by first and second guiding surfaces, the spacing being sized to receive the terminal end of a trough member into the spacing. One or more springs are carried on the couplers and may be at least partially disposed within the spacing between the first and the second guiding surfaces. The springs urge the terminal end of the trough member against the coupler upon insertion of the terminal end into the spacing. One or more locking elements are coupled adjacent to the springs to move between a locking position and a released position. The locking elements may slide longitudinally or move perpendicularly to the couplers. A first trough member may be released from the couplers independent from a second trough member coupled to the couplers. Methods for use of the couplers are also provided.

公开(公告)号：USRE43762E1

公开(公告)日：2012-10-23

申请号：US12151721

申请日：2008-05-07

Applicant: Trevor D. Smith ,  Matthew D. Ferris

Inventor： Trevor D. Smith ,  Matthew D. Ferris

IPC: G02B6/00

CPC classification number: G02B6/3897 ,  G02B6/4442 ,  G02B6/4446

Abstract: A fiber access terminal for mounting to the end of a fiber distribution cable and configured to be extended through a buried conduit. The fiber distribution cable may include a plurality of optical fibers and enters a housing of the terminal through a base. The terminal also includes a plurality of fiber optic connectors or adapters extending through the housing in generally the same direction as the fiber distribution cable for connecting to optical fiber customer drop cables. The terminal includes a cover and the housing defining an interior and the interior includes a cable slack storage arrangement providing bend radius protection for the optical fiber cables within the interior. A method of assembling a fiber access terminal. A fiber access terminal assembly including a pedestal mounting arrangement.

Abstract translation: 一种光纤接入终端，用于安装到光纤配线电缆的末端，并配置成延伸穿过埋设的导管。 光纤配线电缆可以包括多根光纤，并通过基座进入终端的外壳。 该终端还包括多个光纤连接器或适配器，该光纤连接器或适配器沿与光纤配线电缆大致相同的方向延伸穿过外壳，用于连接到光纤客户插座电缆。 端子包括盖和限定内部的壳体，并且内部包括为内部的光纤电缆提供弯曲半径保护的电缆松弛存储装置。 一种组装光纤接入终端的方法。 一种光纤接入终端组件，包括基座安装装置。

公开(公告)号：US20120238211A1

公开(公告)日：2012-09-20

申请号：US13424190

申请日：2012-03-19

Applicant: Matthew D. FERRIS ,  Elmer O. FREEMAN ,  Bobby W. WEBB ,  Holger Raeder

Inventor： Matthew D. FERRIS ,  Elmer O. FREEMAN ,  Bobby W. WEBB ,  Holger Raeder

IPC: H04B17/00 ,  H04B7/00 ,  H04W88/08

CPC classification number: H04W88/12 ,  H01Q1/246 ,  H01Q3/005 ,  H04W24/02 ,  H04W24/06 ,  H04W88/08

Abstract: A Master Antenna Controller System is provided. In one example, the Master Antenna Controller System comprises a handheld wireless device and a RET Master. The handheld wireless device may comprise an Android OS or iOS based smartphone or tablet that includes Wi-Fi capabilities communications capabilities. The RET Master may provide full RET control based on the AISG 1.1 and 2.0 standards and communicate with the handheld wireless device via a wireless access point, such as a Wi-Fi server. The combination may be configured to provide extensive, screen-guided, intuitive RET diagnostics functionality. The RET Master itself may also include multiple different pre-defined tests (e.g. test one actuator, test one RET cable, test AISG signal from TMA) and also some standard electrical tests, e.g. measuring voltage, current etc. Additional higher-level functions may be provided on an Application on the handheld wireless device and communicated to the RET Master wirelessly or by USB connection.

Abstract translation: 提供主天线控制器系统。 在一个示例中，主天线控制器系统包括手持无线设备和RET主站。 手持无线设备可以包括基于Android OS或iOS的智能电话或平板电脑，其包括Wi-Fi功能通信能力。 RET Master可以根据AISG 1.1和2.0标准提供完整的RET控制，并通过无线接入点（如Wi-Fi服务器）与手持式无线设备进行通信。 该组合可以被配置为提供广泛的，屏幕引导的，直观的RET诊断功能。 RET Master本身还可以包括多个不同的预定义测试（例如测试一个致动器，测试一个RET电缆，来自TMA的测试AISG信号）以及一些标准电测试，例如。 测量电压，电流等。可以在手持无线设备上的应用程序上提供其他更高级别的功能，并通过无线或USB连接传送给RET主机。

公开(公告)号：US07720343B2

公开(公告)日：2010-05-18

申请号：US11354286

申请日：2006-02-13

Applicant: Michael Kenneth Barth ,  Joshua A. Zabel ,  Soutsada Vongseng ,  Matthew D. Ferris ,  Steve Anderson ,  Craig M. Standish

Inventor： Michael Kenneth Barth ,  Joshua A. Zabel ,  Soutsada Vongseng ,  Matthew D. Ferris ,  Steve Anderson ,  Craig M. Standish

IPC: G02B6/00 ,  F16L5/00

CPC classification number: G02B6/4452

Abstract: A fiber distribution system includes one or more fiber distribution hubs (FDHs) that provide an interface at a termination panel between incoming fibers routed from a central office and outgoing fibers routed to network subscribers. Termination modules can be incrementally added to the termination panel. The FDH can include one or more optical splitter modules that split an optical signal into two or more signals. The optical splitter modules can be incrementally added along with one or more storage modules. The subscriber termination panel, optical splitters, and storage modules can be provided on a swing frame.

Abstract translation: 光纤分配系统包括一个或多个光纤分配集线器（FDH），其在终端面板处提供从中心局路由的输入光纤和路由到网络用户的输出光纤之间的接口。 端接模块可以逐步添加到终端面板。 FDH可以包括将光信号分成两个或更多个信号的一个或多个分光模块。 光分路器模块可以与一个或多个存储模块一起递增地添加。 用户终端面板，光分路器和存储模块可以设置在摆动框架上。

公开(公告)号：US20090297112A1

公开(公告)日：2009-12-03

申请号：US12470014

申请日：2009-05-21

Applicant: Daniel Ray Mertesdorf ,  Trevor Smith ,  Keith Nelson ,  Erik Gronvall ,  Paula Rudenick ,  Matthew D. Ferris

Inventor： Daniel Ray Mertesdorf ,  Trevor Smith ,  Keith Nelson ,  Erik Gronvall ,  Paula Rudenick ,  Matthew D. Ferris

IPC: G02B6/00

CPC classification number: G02B6/3897 ,  G02B6/4442 ,  G02B6/4446

Abstract: A fiber access terminal for mounting to the end of a fiber distribution cable and configured to be extended through a buried conduit. The fiber distribution cable may include a plurality of optical fibers and enters a housing of the terminal through a base. The terminal also includes a plurality of fiber optic connectors or adapters extending through the housing in generally the same direction as the fiber distribution cable for connecting to optical fiber customer drop cables. The terminal includes a cover and the housing defining an interior and the interior includes a cable slack storage arrangement providing bend radius protection for the optical fiber cables within the interior. A method of assembling a fiber access terminal. A fiber access terminal assembly including a pedestal mounting arrangement.

Abstract translation: 一种光纤接入终端，用于安装到光纤配线电缆的末端，并配置成延伸穿过埋设的导管。 光纤配线电缆可以包括多根光纤，并通过基座进入终端的外壳。 该终端还包括多个光纤连接器或适配器，该光纤连接器或适配器沿与光纤配线电缆大致相同的方向延伸穿过外壳，用于连接到光纤客户插座电缆。 端子包括盖和限定内部的壳体，并且内部包括为内部的光纤电缆提供弯曲半径保护的电缆松弛存储装置。 一种组装光纤接入终端的方法。 一种光纤接入终端组件，包括基座安装装置。

公开(公告)号：US07190874B1

公开(公告)日：2007-03-13

申请号：US11243529

申请日：2005-10-03

Applicant: Michael Barth ,  Soutsada Vongseng ,  Matthew D. Ferris

Inventor： Michael Barth ,  Soutsada Vongseng ,  Matthew D. Ferris

IPC: G02B6/00

CPC classification number: G02B6/4442

Abstract: A telecommunications optical fiber distribution system is disclosed. The system comprises a support structure with an upper end, a lower end, a front side, a rear side, and a longitudinal axis. An input cable carrying an input signal and an output cable carrying an output signal is received into the system through the lower end. A plurality of signal splitters located at the upper end of the support structure split the input signal into a plurality of secondary signals. The system includes a plurality of adapters arranged radially about the longitudinal axis along the front side of the support structure. The adapters connect the secondary signals to the output signal. A cable management structure having portions located both along the front side between the plurality of adapters and the splitters and adjacent the back side manage and direct cables going from the input opening to the splitters and from the splitters to the adapters.