US Patent 11428883 Multilayer drop cable with optical fiber

Embodiments of the disclosure relate to an optical fiber cable. The optical fiber cable includes a cable jacket having an inner surface and an outer surface in which the inner surface defines a central bore along a longitudinal axis of the optical fiber cable and the outer surface defines the outermost extent of the cable. One or more embodiments of the cables described herein have improved bending characteristics and performances, respond positively to thermal cycling tests, provide improved anti-buckling characteristics, and have a reduced production cost compared to other known cables.