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Priority items to confirm · 5
01Initial optical interface and architecture identifiedUnconfirmed
Are the actual fiber or coupler, coupling architecture and initial attachment/alignment stage clearly identified?
Facet, grating and detachable connections cannot share one alignment tolerance. Retain post-fixation thermal drift as an adjacent topic.
Update engineering conditions →02Optical-source and reference baselines are comparableUnconfirmed
Are wavelength, polarization, input optical power, source/reference paths and detector baselines comparable?
A single received-power measurement is not coupling efficiency. Trace changes in the source and reference, rather than borrowing a supplier’s typical insertion loss.
Update engineering conditions →03Position/power and pre/post-fixation data can be alignedUnconfirmed
Are paired records available for multiaxis position/angle scans, optical power and displacement before and after fixation?
Record coordinates, visibility and measurement limitations. A single optimum position or post-fixation photo cannot establish that fixation caused displacement.
Update engineering conditions →04Actual fixation and material treatment are recordedUnconfirmed
Can the fixation-material version, delivery/cure, clamping and fiber-strain state be traced?
Material names and tool commands do not describe actual fixation. Public optical-connection capabilities do not provide a cure recipe for this adhesive or confirm an attachment service.
Update engineering conditions →05Geometry and positioning references support controlled comparisonUnconfirmed
Can the actual facet/coupler, fiber-array and positioning-reference geometry be compared under controlled conditions?
Use your own coupling architecture and scan range. General single-mode core diameter or submicron precision is not an alignment tolerance or loss-acceptance criterion.
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Actual fixation-process preparation
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Optical-connection geometry preparation
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Assessment preparation checklist
Discussion preparation based on the relevant engineering conditions; not mandatory supplier requirements or a record of evidence already available.
- Initial optical interface and architecture identified
- Optical-source and reference baselines are comparable
- Position/power and pre/post-fixation data can be aligned
- Actual fixation and material treatment are recorded
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- Geometry and positioning references support controlled comparison
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Questions to discuss
- How should the initial-alignment source/reference data be paired with multiaxis position and optical-power measurements?
- Can the actual fixation material, delivery, cure and clamping be traced?
- How can the coupler architecture and positioning references be held constant for geometry comparisons?
Public references · 14
- SENKO · Enabling Scalable Co-Packaged Optics: The Critical Role of Optical Connectivity and Fiber Management ↗
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The manufacturer distinguishes assembly alignment, retention under thermal expansion and detachable optical connections, supporting comparisons of initial position scans and the post-fixation state.
Supplier descriptions and general single-mode dimensions or precision do not establish this architecture’s tolerances, loss or yield. Optical-connection capabilities do not confirm this attachment/cure service or sample validation.
- Synopsys · Co-Packaged Optics for AI & HPC Multi-Die Designs ↗
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The manufacturer’s page describes the temperature sensitivity of lasers, modulators and photodetectors, and lists coupled optical, thermal, mechanical and electrical analysis capabilities.
Temperature-dependent optical-power changes can arise from effects other than mechanical displacement. Public coupled-simulation capabilities cannot validate an unknown model; the actual source/reference paths, materials and thermal boundary conditions require separate confirmation.
- ficonTEC · Machine Platforms and Product Lines ↗
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The current platform page lists active/passive optical alignment, fiber/array align-and-attach and configurable co-packaged assembly. ASSEMBLYLINE incorporates the former BONDLINE and FIBERLINE platforms.
Public equipment capabilities do not establish loss/alignment tolerances, a cure recipe or assembly yield for this optical interface. The supplier must confirm the specific modules, thermal stability, sample applicability and participation.
- Physik Instrumente (PI) · F-713.H six-degree-of-freedom active fiber-array alignment ↗
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PI's June 29, 2026 datasheet describes algorithms, optical-power inputs and variants with qualified typical specifications.
Scope and limitations This is an alignment subsystem, not complete curing/welding equipment. Re-measure after fixation; drift studies need external thermal control and stable source references. What to prepare BLNKK suggests coupling/channel layout, power baseline, fixtures/fixation, available travel and pre/post-fix loss records. Confirm with the supplier Confirm model, meter input/algorithms, fixture clearance and calibration; test fixation shift and thermal-condition alignment stability.
- ficonTEC · ASSEMBLYLINE integrated optical alignment and attachment ↗
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The A-22/04en document describes alignment and attachment methods; automatic tool change, wafer handling and TESTLINE functionality are optional modules.
Scope and limitations Attachment methods and test modules depend on configuration. Integrated alignment/attachment does not guarantee zero fixation shift or establish CPO thermal reliability. What to prepare BLNKK suggests documenting component/fiber dimensions, coupling targets, fixation materials and metallization, fixtures and cure history, with before/after optical power and position measurements. Confirm with the supplier Confirm alignment axes, optical measurements, attachment/feeding modules and material compatibility. Ask which functions are optional and how fixation drift and subsequent thermal testing will be assessed.
- Ansys, part of Synopsys · Lumerical–OpticStudio fiber-to-chip coupling workflow ↗
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The official example documents offsets, ZBF exchange and convergence settings, rather than validation of a particular device.
Scope and limitations The example omits silicon-substrate scattering and does not use tip/tilt in its baseline. Thermal drift needs external temperature/displacement inputs; adhesive effects are not established here. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing wavelength, polarization, modes, geometry, offsets and measured loss. Check coordinates, sampling, convergence and whether to restore the substrate. Confirm with the supplier Confirm software versions, licensing and field exchange, then discuss substrate loss, tilt projection and calibration. Agree how external thermomechanical results would enter the optical model.
- Keysight Technologies · N7745C multichannel optical-power logging ↗
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The named product page lists eight channels, wavelength range, continuous measurement/readout and threshold triggering.
Scope and limitations Power changes alone do not distinguish source drift, displacement and attachment defects, or measure buried-interface movement. Connector compatibility and system synchronization need confirmation. What to prepare BLNKK suggests wavelength/power, fibers/connectors, reference channels, position/temperature profiles and event timescales. Confirm with the supplier Confirm actual connectors, acquisition/logging settings, triggering and external-data synchronization, plus calibration and compensation for source variation.
- NAMICS · NAMICS CPO optical-coupling and fiber-fixation adhesives ↗
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The portfolio lists four functions and typical properties; optical data identify 1310 nm and customization options.
Scope and limitations Typical ranges are not grade specifications or guarantees of loss/alignment stability. Optical data are not available for every category; 1310 nm values cannot automatically transfer to other wavelengths. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing wavelength, alignment tolerance, V-groove/FAU geometry, UV access, thermal history and strain sources, with before/after-cure loss comparisons. Confirm with the supplier Confirm grade, index/transmittance, shrinkage, modulus, cure sequence and aging/reflow conditions; qualify the actual optical assembly.
- MRSI Systems · MRSI-A-L fiber/lens active alignment and attach ↗
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The March 12, 2024 release specifically documents MRSI-A-L fiber/lens attachment and active alignment.
Scope and limitations Axes/features depend on configuration. Laser-height detection accuracy is not coupling accuracy; alignment alone does not establish stability after fixation or thermal cycling. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing optics, wavelength/power, alignment freedoms, loss targets, fixtures and adhesive cure/thermal windows. Confirm with the supplier Confirm optical-feedback interfaces, search strategy, fixtures and attachment methods; discuss coupling/displacement measurements before and after fixation and cycling.
- Corning · Corning fiber array units for CPO ↗
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Corning lists these applications, coupling approaches and customization options.
Scope and limitations Product descriptions do not qualify a particular PIC loss budget or thermal stability. Validate end faces, adhesives and cure-induced displacement in the assembly. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing coupling direction, pitch/channels, fibers/wavelengths, end faces, loss budget and pre-/post-attach alignment measurements. Confirm with the supplier Confirm core/end-face tolerances, mounting and adhesive compatibility, optical test conditions and cure/temperature validation.
- Polytec · MSA-600 fixation microstructure planar-motion comparison ↗
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Polytec documents MSA-600 motion/topography functions, not a validated optical-loss result for a specific CPO fixture.
Scope and limitations Variants, modes and optional bandwidths are not interchangeable. Displacement resolution is not universal accuracy; motion alone establishes neither optical loss nor bond strength. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing fixture geometry, visible surfaces, motion directions, excitation range, support and references. Matched optical-power records can help investigate coupling drift. Confirm with the supplier Confirm planar/out-of-plane configurations, surface access, excitation/synchronization and sample-specific error checks. Agree on how structural response will be correlated with optical measurements.
- Alter Technology · ALTER UK photonic packaging and alignment service ↗
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ALTER UK lists photonic assembly and optical alignment, not universal alignment accuracy or a validated CPO coupling-loss result.
Scope and limitations General photonic capability does not qualify every fiber/CPO interface. Initial aligned coupling does not establish performance after fixation, cure or temperature changes. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing PIC/fiber interfaces, fixtures, materials, optical conditions and coupling baselines. Identify before/after fixation comparisons, thermal loads and acceptance needs. Confirm with the supplier Confirm interface acceptance, alignment, fixation materials/process and optical-test/data deliverables. Agree on loss comparisons through fixation/cure and temperature changes, including validation responsibilities.
- Photon Engineering · FRED optical alignment-sensitivity comparison ↗
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The official page describes propagation, tolerancing and optimization, and lists parameter sensitivity for FRED Optimum.
Scope and limitations Simulation does not guarantee CPO coupling efficiency or establish full-wave semiconductor-waveguide or thermomechanical capability. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing wavelengths/sources, fiber and lens data, position/angle ranges and measured baselines, with sampling-convergence checks. Confirm with the supplier Confirm the edition and coupling-analysis method, model suitability and validation against measured alignment sensitivity.
- ULTRA TEC Manufacturing, Inc. · ULTRAPOL Fiberlab bare-fiber tip preparation ↗
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The official page lists tip shapes and quick-release modules, with digital-angle and microscope configurations separately described.
Scope and limitations A polished tip does not establish CPO alignment or low-loss attachment. Angular range depends on the module; digital readout and microscopy are not universally included. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing fiber/coating/ferrule details and end images, with stable-source coupling and before/after-fixing loss recorded separately. Confirm with the supplier Confirm modules/fixtures, angle verification, abrasives, end inspection and compatibility with the actual fiber and subsequent coupling process.
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Current assessment and next steps
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Known conditions · 0
Key unknowns · 5
- Are the actual fiber or coupler, coupling architecture and initial attachment/alignment stage clearly identified?Facet, grating and detachable connections cannot share one alignment tolerance. Retain post-fixation thermal drift as an adjacent topic.
- Are wavelength, polarization, input optical power, source/reference paths and detector baselines comparable?A single received-power measurement is not coupling efficiency. Trace changes in the source and reference, rather than borrowing a supplier’s typical insertion loss.
- Are paired records available for multiaxis position/angle scans, optical power and displacement before and after fixation?Record coordinates, visibility and measurement limitations. A single optimum position or post-fixation photo cannot establish that fixation caused displacement.
- Can the fixation-material version, delivery/cure, clamping and fiber-strain state be traced?Material names and tool commands do not describe actual fixation. Public optical-connection capabilities do not provide a cure recipe for this adhesive or confirm an attachment service.
- Can the actual facet/coupler, fiber-array and positioning-reference geometry be compared under controlled conditions?Use your own coupling architecture and scan range. General single-mode core diameter or submicron precision is not an alignment tolerance or loss-acceptance criterion.
Paths to assess
Initial position and optical baseline
First obtain the comparable inputs missing for this method; evaluate other methods separately.
- Are the actual fiber or coupler, coupling architecture and initial attachment/alignment stage clearly identified?
- Are wavelength, polarization, input optical power, source/reference paths and detector baselines comparable?
- Are paired records available for multiaxis position/angle scans, optical power and displacement before and after fixation?
Conditions that change this path
- Are the actual fiber or coupler, coupling architecture and initial attachment/alignment stage clearly identified?Supports assessment: Initial optical interface and architecture identified · Unsuitable for now: Only later thermal drift or another interface
- Are wavelength, polarization, input optical power, source/reference paths and detector baselines comparable?Supports assessment: Optical-source and reference baselines are comparable · Unsuitable for now: Only received power; source/reference not recorded
- Are paired records available for multiaxis position/angle scans, optical power and displacement before and after fixation?Supports assessment: Position/power and pre/post-fixation data can be aligned · Unsuitable for now: Only optimum power or the post-fixation endpoint
Actual fixation-process preparation
First obtain the comparable inputs missing for this method; evaluate other methods separately.
- Are the actual fiber or coupler, coupling architecture and initial attachment/alignment stage clearly identified?
- Can the fixation-material version, delivery/cure, clamping and fiber-strain state be traced?
Conditions that change this path
- Are the actual fiber or coupler, coupling architecture and initial attachment/alignment stage clearly identified?Supports assessment: Initial optical interface and architecture identified · Unsuitable for now: Only later thermal drift or another interface
- Can the fixation-material version, delivery/cure, clamping and fiber-strain state be traced?Supports assessment: Actual fixation and material treatment are recorded · Unsuitable for now: Only material names or fixation settings
Optical-connection geometry preparation
First obtain the comparable inputs missing for this method; evaluate other methods separately.
- Are the actual fiber or coupler, coupling architecture and initial attachment/alignment stage clearly identified?
- Can the actual facet/coupler, fiber-array and positioning-reference geometry be compared under controlled conditions?
Conditions that change this path
- Are the actual fiber or coupler, coupling architecture and initial attachment/alignment stage clearly identified?Supports assessment: Initial optical interface and architecture identified · Unsuitable for now: Only later thermal drift or another interface
- Can the actual facet/coupler, fiber-array and positioning-reference geometry be compared under controlled conditions?Supports assessment: Geometry and positioning references support controlled comparison · Unsuitable for now: Only nominal pitch or general precision
What to do next
No result provided. Clarify key conditions before arranging an assessment.
- Are the actual fiber or coupler, coupling architecture and initial attachment/alignment stage clearly identified?
What to prepare
- Are the actual fiber or coupler, coupling architecture and initial attachment/alignment stage clearly identified? Can the fixation-material version, delivery/cure, clamping and fiber-strain state be traced?
- Are the actual fiber or coupler, coupling architecture and initial attachment/alignment stage clearly identified? Are wavelength, polarization, input optical power, source/reference paths and detector baselines comparable? Are paired records available for multiaxis position/angle scans, optical power and displacement before and after fixation?
- Are the actual fiber or coupler, coupling architecture and initial attachment/alignment stage clearly identified? Can the fixation-material version, delivery/cure, clamping and fiber-strain state be traced? Can the actual facet/coupler, fiber-array and positioning-reference geometry be compared under controlled conditions?
- PIC/fiber-array testing and assembly alignment, with single/double-sided, low-profile/upright configuration and fixtures selected for coupling geometry.
- PIC and fiber-related assembly, with modules selected for coupling geometry, component feeding, fixation materials and production needs.
- For fiber–microlens–PIC edge-coupler assemblies; other fibers, lenses or waveguides require updated models and field transfers.
- For 1250–1650 nm signals through compatible fiber interfaces. Temperature, position and source-reference measurements require external equipment.
- Silicon-photonics/CPO fiber and FAU assembly with matching wavelength, geometry, optical path and UV/thermal cure conditions.
- Supplier-listed silicon-photonics packaging; confirm the target CPO optical path, components, source/detection interfaces and fixation configuration.
- Silicon-photonics/CPO edge or vertical coupling needs compatibility with the actual PIC interface and mounting structure.
- Assess optically accessible structures with defined excitation, checking fixture access, field, working distance and measurement mode.
- Published services cover silicon-photonics and InP PICs; confirm acceptance of the actual optical interface, materials and CPO structure.
- Consider external optical paths with defined sources, materials and geometry; confirm the edition for sensitivity tools.
- Consider bare-fiber preparation with the actual fiber, holder and selected module confirmed.
Questions to discuss
- How should the initial-alignment source/reference data be paired with multiaxis position and optical-power measurements?
- Can the actual fixation material, delivery, cure and clamping be traced?
- How can the coupler architecture and positioning references be held constant for geometry comparisons?
Public references
SENKO · Enabling Scalable Co-Packaged Optics: The Critical Role of Optical Connectivity and Fiber Management ↗Supplier descriptions and general single-mode dimensions or precision do not establish this architecture’s tolerances, loss or yield. Optical-connection capabilities do not confirm this attachment/cure service or sample validation.
Synopsys · Co-Packaged Optics for AI & HPC Multi-Die Designs ↗Temperature-dependent optical-power changes can arise from effects other than mechanical displacement. Public coupled-simulation capabilities cannot validate an unknown model; the actual source/reference paths, materials and thermal boundary conditions require separate confirmation.
ficonTEC · Machine Platforms and Product Lines ↗Public equipment capabilities do not establish loss/alignment tolerances, a cure recipe or assembly yield for this optical interface. The supplier must confirm the specific modules, thermal stability, sample applicability and participation.
Physik Instrumente (PI) · F-713.H six-degree-of-freedom active fiber-array alignment ↗Scope and limitations This is an alignment subsystem, not complete curing/welding equipment. Re-measure after fixation; drift studies need external thermal control and stable source references. What to prepare BLNKK suggests coupling/channel layout, power baseline, fixtures/fixation, available travel and pre/post-fix loss records. Confirm with the supplier Confirm model, meter input/algorithms, fixture clearance and calibration; test fixation shift and thermal-condition alignment stability.
ficonTEC · ASSEMBLYLINE integrated optical alignment and attachment ↗Scope and limitations Attachment methods and test modules depend on configuration. Integrated alignment/attachment does not guarantee zero fixation shift or establish CPO thermal reliability. What to prepare BLNKK suggests documenting component/fiber dimensions, coupling targets, fixation materials and metallization, fixtures and cure history, with before/after optical power and position measurements. Confirm with the supplier Confirm alignment axes, optical measurements, attachment/feeding modules and material compatibility. Ask which functions are optional and how fixation drift and subsequent thermal testing will be assessed.
Ansys, part of Synopsys · Lumerical–OpticStudio fiber-to-chip coupling workflow ↗Scope and limitations The example omits silicon-substrate scattering and does not use tip/tilt in its baseline. Thermal drift needs external temperature/displacement inputs; adhesive effects are not established here. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing wavelength, polarization, modes, geometry, offsets and measured loss. Check coordinates, sampling, convergence and whether to restore the substrate. Confirm with the supplier Confirm software versions, licensing and field exchange, then discuss substrate loss, tilt projection and calibration. Agree how external thermomechanical results would enter the optical model.
Keysight Technologies · N7745C multichannel optical-power logging ↗Scope and limitations Power changes alone do not distinguish source drift, displacement and attachment defects, or measure buried-interface movement. Connector compatibility and system synchronization need confirmation. What to prepare BLNKK suggests wavelength/power, fibers/connectors, reference channels, position/temperature profiles and event timescales. Confirm with the supplier Confirm actual connectors, acquisition/logging settings, triggering and external-data synchronization, plus calibration and compensation for source variation.
NAMICS · NAMICS CPO optical-coupling and fiber-fixation adhesives ↗Scope and limitations Typical ranges are not grade specifications or guarantees of loss/alignment stability. Optical data are not available for every category; 1310 nm values cannot automatically transfer to other wavelengths. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing wavelength, alignment tolerance, V-groove/FAU geometry, UV access, thermal history and strain sources, with before/after-cure loss comparisons. Confirm with the supplier Confirm grade, index/transmittance, shrinkage, modulus, cure sequence and aging/reflow conditions; qualify the actual optical assembly.
MRSI Systems · MRSI-A-L fiber/lens active alignment and attach ↗Scope and limitations Axes/features depend on configuration. Laser-height detection accuracy is not coupling accuracy; alignment alone does not establish stability after fixation or thermal cycling. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing optics, wavelength/power, alignment freedoms, loss targets, fixtures and adhesive cure/thermal windows. Confirm with the supplier Confirm optical-feedback interfaces, search strategy, fixtures and attachment methods; discuss coupling/displacement measurements before and after fixation and cycling.
Corning · Corning fiber array units for CPO ↗Scope and limitations Product descriptions do not qualify a particular PIC loss budget or thermal stability. Validate end faces, adhesives and cure-induced displacement in the assembly. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing coupling direction, pitch/channels, fibers/wavelengths, end faces, loss budget and pre-/post-attach alignment measurements. Confirm with the supplier Confirm core/end-face tolerances, mounting and adhesive compatibility, optical test conditions and cure/temperature validation.
Polytec · MSA-600 fixation microstructure planar-motion comparison ↗Scope and limitations Variants, modes and optional bandwidths are not interchangeable. Displacement resolution is not universal accuracy; motion alone establishes neither optical loss nor bond strength. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing fixture geometry, visible surfaces, motion directions, excitation range, support and references. Matched optical-power records can help investigate coupling drift. Confirm with the supplier Confirm planar/out-of-plane configurations, surface access, excitation/synchronization and sample-specific error checks. Agree on how structural response will be correlated with optical measurements.
Alter Technology · ALTER UK photonic packaging and alignment service ↗Scope and limitations General photonic capability does not qualify every fiber/CPO interface. Initial aligned coupling does not establish performance after fixation, cure or temperature changes. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing PIC/fiber interfaces, fixtures, materials, optical conditions and coupling baselines. Identify before/after fixation comparisons, thermal loads and acceptance needs. Confirm with the supplier Confirm interface acceptance, alignment, fixation materials/process and optical-test/data deliverables. Agree on loss comparisons through fixation/cure and temperature changes, including validation responsibilities.
Photon Engineering · FRED optical alignment-sensitivity comparison ↗Scope and limitations Simulation does not guarantee CPO coupling efficiency or establish full-wave semiconductor-waveguide or thermomechanical capability. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing wavelengths/sources, fiber and lens data, position/angle ranges and measured baselines, with sampling-convergence checks. Confirm with the supplier Confirm the edition and coupling-analysis method, model suitability and validation against measured alignment sensitivity.
ULTRA TEC Manufacturing, Inc. · ULTRAPOL Fiberlab bare-fiber tip preparation ↗Scope and limitations A polished tip does not establish CPO alignment or low-loss attachment. Angular range depends on the module; digital readout and microscopy are not universally included. What to prepare BLNKK suggests preparing fiber/coating/ferrule details and end images, with stable-source coupling and before/after-fixing loss recorded separately. Confirm with the supplier Confirm modules/fixtures, angle verification, abrasives, end inspection and compatibility with the actual fiber and subsequent coupling process.