A method of splicing fiber optic cable in which the two strands of each end of the cable are mechanically fixed in position within a tube so that they form one continuous communications channel, is called:

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Mechanical splicing is a method where two fibers are mechanically joined together, typically using a special alignment fixture, without the use of heat. This method aligns the two fiber ends to a common centerline, holding them in place so that light can pass from one fiber to the other with minimal loss.

A Method of Splicing Fiber Optic Cable in Which the Two