Abstract: Various embodiments of a wireless connector system are described. The system has a transmitter module and a receiver module that are configured to wirelessly transmit electrical energy and/or data via near field magnetic coupling. The wireless connector system is designed to increase the amount of wirelessly transmitted electrical power over a greater separation distance. The system is configured with various sensing circuits that alert the system to the presence of the receiver module to begin transfer of electrical power as well as undesirable objects and increased temperature that could interfere with the operation of the system. The wireless connector system is a relatively small foot print that is designed to be surface mounted.

Abstract: The invention concerns a timepiece (35) provided with a dial (1) and/or a bezel (2) comprising a near field communication device (4) able to receive/send a signal, said communication device (4) being arranged in the area of the dial (1) or the bezel (1) of said timepiece (35) and being associated with a magnetic screen (8), especially one made of ferrite.

Abstract: A radio frequency (RF) scanner system provided with a multi-axis articulated robot and a sensor suite positioned on a first end of the multi-axis articulated robot. The sensor suite is provided with a shield, an antenna array probe, and a surface sensor. The shield has a first side and a second side opposite the first side. The first side is configured for positioning towards an active phased array antenna. The surface sensor is configured to determine X, Y, and Z positions of the active phased array antenna.

Abstract: Embodiments include apparatuses, methods, and systems for an antenna for a wearable device that includes a bezel on the wearable device to include a conductive circuit path to transmit and receive radiofrequency (RF) signals to and from the wearable device. In some embodiments, the bezel may be formed of a substantially conductive material to form the conductive circuit path. In other embodiments the bezel may be formed of a substantially non-conductive material and may include a conductive antenna pattern located on a surface of the bezel to form the conductive circuit path. Other embodiments may also be described and claimed.

Abstract: An antenna includes an elongate dielectric strip having opposing first and second sides. A first conductive pattern defines a first radiating element for a first frequency range on the first side of the elongate dielectric strip. A second conductive pattern defines a second radiating element for a second frequency range on the first side of the elongate dielectric strip. The second frequency range is different than the first frequency range. A diplexer circuit is on the elongate dielectric strip between said first and second radiating elements and coupled thereto. A third conductive pattern defines a shared ground plane for the first and second radiating elements on the second side of the elongate dielectric strip.

Abstract: Provided is a wireless power transfer antenna core. In the wireless power transfer antenna core according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, a conductive member configured to serve as an antenna for transmitting or receiving wireless power is wound multiple times along a longitudinal direction. The wireless power transfer antenna core is made of a magnetic body and comprises: a first portion having a first cross-sectional area; and a second portion extending with a predetermined length from an end of the first portion and second cross-sectional area that is relatively larger than the first cross-sectional area, wherein the conductive member is wound multiple times on the first portion.

Abstract: An enhanced printed circuit board monopole antenna includes a baseplate, a signal feed-in unit, a first-radiation unit, a second-radiation unit and an auxiliary ground unit. The first-radiation unit and the second-radiation unit are arranged on a front side and an edge side of the baseplate. The auxiliary ground unit is arranged on the edge side and electrically connected to a first ground unit and a second ground unit on the baseplate. Adjusting the first-radiation unit controls 88 MHZ-60 GHZ frequency range impedance, resonant frequency, bandwidth and radiation effect. According to the frequency wave length (1?, ½?, ¼? or ??) formed by the first-radiation unit and the second-radiation unit cooperating with each other, controlling 88 MHZ-60 GHZ frequency range achieves the predetermined target impedance, resonant frequency, bandwidth and radiation efficiency. The antenna radiation efficiency can be increased effectively.

Abstract: A hearing aid has an assembly comprising an antenna. The antenna comprises a differential transmission line carrying a first and a second antenna feed signals and leading to a first and a second antenna feed points, the first and the second antenna feed signals being out of phase. The antenna further comprises a first antenna branch extending from the first antenna feed point and having a first distal end and a second antenna branch extending from the second antenna feed point and having a second distal end. The first antenna branch and the second antenna branch each has an electrical length anywhere from 3?/8 to 5?/8. The antenna also has a third antenna branch that connects the first and the second antenna branches. Ratio of the electrical length of the third antenna branch to that of the first or the second antenna branch is at least 0.1.

Abstract: A hearing device for augmenting the hearing of a user. The hearing device comprises an antenna unit having a slot is disclosed.

Abstract: Antenna structures at a given end of an electronic device may include antenna structures that are shared between multiple antennas. The device may include an antenna with an inverted-F antenna resonating element formed from portions of a peripheral conductive electronic device housing structure and may have an antenna ground that is separated from the antenna resonating element by a gap. A short circuit path may bridge the gap. The short circuit path may be a split return path coupled between a first point on the inverted-F antenna resonating element arm and second and third points on the antenna ground. The electronic device may include an additional antenna that includes the antenna ground and metal traces that form an antenna resonating element arm. The antenna resonating element arm of the additional antenna may be parasitically coupled to the inverted-F antenna resonating element and a portion of the split return path.

Abstract: A hearing assistance device to provide sound to the ear of a user, the device comprising a housing, hearing assistance electronics enclosed in the housing, an acoustic transducer adapted to be worn in the ear, a cable assembly adapted to connect the acoustic transducer to the hearing assistance electronics, a wireless communications receiver connected to the hearing assistance electronics, and an antenna comprising one or more conductors forming at least a portion of the cable assembly.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an RF antenna adapted to receive and/or transmit electromagnetic RF signals within a first frequency range enclosing a first frequency of resonance of the RF antenna, the RF antenna comprising: an electrically conductive antenna element having a feed for electrically connecting to an RF transmitter and/or an RF receiver; an electronic component adapted to receive and/or provide one or more electric signals from/to an electronic circuit within a second frequency range not overlapping the first frequency range; and one or more electric leads electrically connected to lead the one or more electric signals between the electronic component and the electronic circuit, each of the one or more electric leads being electrically connected to the electronic circuit through a respective inductor adapted to reflect and/or attenuate signals within the first frequency range and pass signals within the second frequency range.

Abstract: A terminal includes a front glass cover, a flexible-bendable display screen and a back cover. The front glass cover is formed of glass molding in a unibody, and includes: a front surface area covering a front surface of the terminal; and a first curved surface area, a second curved surface area, a third curved surface area and a fourth curved surface area respectively adjacent to the front surface area and respectively covering four sides of the terminal. The back cover is respectively connected to the first curved surface area, the second curved surface area, the third curved surface area and the fourth curved surface area. The flexible-bendable display screen is attached to an inner surface of the front glass cover, bent to each side surface of the terminal, bent for a second time at overlapping areas of sides of the terminal and covers the four sides and the overlapping areas.

Abstract: The invention concerns an assembly for an antenna, wherein the assembly comprises at least one circuit board of an electronic device, a conductive body arranged at a distance from said at least one circuit board, and an element of said antenna which comprises multiple attachment points for at least one connecting member, and said at least one connecting member is coupled to only one of said multiple attachment points at a time.

Abstract: A smart button for use in a network formed on a garment includes a housing and an antenna carried within the housing to communicate with elements of the network. A functional element is carried within the housing. An electronic circuit is carried within the housing and coupled to the antenna and the at least one functional element. The housing is formed by a stem carrying a head, and the antenna is housed within the head.

Abstract: A system for automatically gathering information on a performance of an action involving an object being hit or struck, the system comprising at least one object contact sensor for detecting a contact with the object. Preferably one or more of the at least one object contact sensors comprises a shock and/or vibration sensor such as an accelerometer, and/or one or more of the at least one object contact sensors comprises a sound sensor; and the system is configured to at least partially detect shock and/or vibrations caused by contact with the object using the one or more shock and/or vibration sensors and/or at least partially detect sound generated by contact with the object using the one or more sound sensors to thereby detect contact with the object.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a system for detecting a partial discharge from electrical equipment. The system includes a vest dimensioned for wear by a user. An antenna is associated with the vest, and a receiver is coupled to the antenna and associated with the vest. At least one indicator device is associated with the best. Circuitry is associated with the vest and coupled to the receiver. The circuitry is configured to monitor ambient radiofrequency energy in real time, and determine that the partial discharge has occurred as a function of the ambient radiofrequency energy. The circuitry actuates the at least one indicator device as a function of the determination that the partial discharge has occurred, and transmits the determination that the partial charge has occurred to a control station via the wireless transmitter.

Abstract: An implantable medical device and method are provided for implant within a patient. The device comprises a case. Radio frequency (RF) communication components are housed within the case. A header is mounted to an exterior surface of the case along an edge of the case. An antenna is coupled to the RF communication components. The antenna has an inverted E shape. The inverted E shaped antenna is within the header. The inverted E shaped antenna includes a conducting arm joined to first, second and third branches that are oriented within the header to extend toward the edge of the case underneath the header. The first branch of the antenna is conductively open and, no more than weakly coupled, with respect to the case. The second branch is located between the first and third branches. The second branch is configured to convey an RF signal feed. The third branch has a shunt to ground connection to the case. The case forms a ground plane for the antenna.

Abstract: Apparatuses and systems for wearable devices such as eyewear are described. According to one embodiment, the wearable device includes a frame, onboard electronics components, and an antenna disposed around an eyepiece area of the frame that is configured to hold an optical element. The antenna is configured for inductive coupling. In some embodiments, a switch coupled to the antenna allows selection between circuitry for inductive charging of a battery and near-field communication (NFC) circuitry for communicating data via the antenna.

Abstract: A coil arrangement structure supporting wireless communication and a method for operating the same in a wireless terminal are provided. The coil arrangement structure includes a closed-loop metal frame and a coil arranged asymmetrically within the metal frame. The coil is arranged such that a distance between an outer side of the coil and an inner side of the metal frame is not constant and the coil is arranged integrally on a front surface of a display.

Abstract: A wearable audio device in accordance with a particular embodiment of the present technology includes an earpiece, a speaker, an antenna, and processing circuitry. The earpiece includes a housing within which the speaker and the processing circuitry are disposed. The antenna conformably extends along a perimeter portion of the housing. The processing circuitry is configured to receive audio content from an audio player via the antenna. The processing circuitry is also configured to generate sound corresponding to the audio content via the speaker. The antenna is exposed and is not a loop antenna. The audio device also includes a circuit board supporting at least some of the processing circuitry within the housing. The audio content travels from the antenna to the circuit board without travelling through any flexible wires.

Abstract: [Object] To provide an antenna apparatus which can allow a user to freely select service which utilizes the electromagnetic field communication technology. [Solution] Provided is an antenna apparatus including: a first antenna configured to generate a magnetic field by flow of a current; and a module unit including a second antenna whose opening area is smaller than an opening area of the first antenna and which is able to be electromagnetically coupled with the first antenna, and a module configured to operate by a current generated by the second antenna through electromagnetic coupling between the first antenna and the second antenna. The module unit is able to be attached to and removed from the first antenna.

Abstract: An electronic device is provided, including an external housing having a first surface and a second surface facing the opposite of first surface, a printed circuit board disposed in a space between the first surface and the second surface and forming a surface substantially parallel to the first surface, a display disposed between the first surface and the printed circuit board, an antenna pattern disposed between the display and the second surface; and at least one communication circuit electrically connected to the antenna pattern.

Abstract: Techniques described herein may be used to implement a 4G antenna in a wearable device (e.g., a watch) in a manner that optimizes the ability of the antenna to send and receive radio signals while minimizing the user's exposure to radio signals. The antenna may be raised above a base portion and a printed circuit board (PCB) of the wearable device to limit radio signals being absorbed by the user's body, in addition to providing a vertical space between conductive components (such as the PCB), metal nodes to which the PCB is attached, etc.) that might otherwise interfere with radio signals to and from the antenna. The antenna may also be split into two different portions (a first portion and a second portion) in order to limit radio signals from resonating in the antenna for longer than is beneficial.

Abstract: Embodiments for a customizable jewelry and wireless audio headset system are provided. The system includes a wireless audio headset with a housing to store multiple electrical components, at least one jewelry accessory, at least one connecting component to secure jewelry accessories to the housing of the wireless audio headset, and a securing mechanism to create a loop and secure the system around the user's neck.

Abstract: This is directed to providing a cosmetic finish on a component constructed by connecting several elements. A single manufacturing process, such as machining or grinding, can be applied to the connected elements to remove material from some or all of the elements and to form a smooth and continuous surface across interfaces between the individual elements of the component. In some cases, settings of the material removal process can be adjusted based on the material of the component elements. For example, the settings can be adjusted based on the manufacturing or mechanical properties of each element material.

Abstract: An electronic device is provided. The electronic device includes a first coupling part and a second coupling part that is connectable to the first coupling part. A connection part connects the first coupling part to the second coupling part and includes an upper end portion, a lower end portion that is connected to the upper end portion, and a wire part that is disposed between the upper end portion and the lower end portion.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an RF antenna adapted to receive and/or transmit electromagnetic RF signals within a first frequency range enclosing a first frequency of resonance of the RF antenna, the RF antenna comprising: an electrically conductive antenna element having a feed for electrically connecting to an RF transmitter and/or an RF receiver; an electronic component adapted to receive and/or provide one or more electric signals from/to an electronic circuit within a second frequency range not overlapping the first frequency range; and one or more electric leads electrically connected to lead the one or more electric signals between the electronic component and the electronic circuit, each of the one or more electric leads being electrically connected to the electronic circuit through a respective inductor adapted to reflect and/or attenuate signals within the first frequency range and pass signals within the second frequency range.

Abstract: An antenna array and a system including the antenna array are provided for implementing wireless communication in a wearable device. The antenna array includes a first plurality of antennas integrated with an antenna substrate and a second plurality of antennas integrated with the antenna substrate. Each antenna in the first plurality of antennas is disposed perpendicular to a ground plane, and each antenna in the second plurality of antennas is disposed parallel to the ground plane. The first plurality of antennas and the second plurality of antennas generate omni-directional electro-magnetic (EM) radiation in at least two different polarizations, which makes the antenna array suitable for wearable applications.

Abstract: A hearing device can perform wireless communication with another device using a bowtie antenna. In various embodiments, the bowtie antenna can include two conductive plates and one or more notches in at least one of the two conductive plates. The one or more notches can be sized, shaped, and/or positioned to approximately optimize performance of the bowtie antenna for one or more frequency bands of the wireless communication. In various embodiments, the hearing device can receive energy using the bowtie antenna and charge a rechargeable battery using the received energy.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an energy supply device (100) comprising a housing and a communication interface (101) for wireless communication via a communication network, a flexible carrier film (103) which covers at least part of a housing side of the housing; an antenna (105) for the communication interface (101) of the energy supply device (100), the antenna (105) being arranged on the flexible carrier film (103); and a connection interface (107) for connecting the antenna (105) to the communication interface (101) of the energy supply device (100), said connection interface (107) being arranged on the flexible carrier film (103).

Abstract: A wearable electronic device is disclosed. Wearable electronic device includes a metal casing, a dielectric support part, a frame-shaped metal part, a dielectric sidewall and a first antenna wired circuit. The metal casing is electrically connected to the system ground. The dielectric support part is disposed on the metal casing. The frame-shaped metal part is disposed on the dielectric support part. One side of the frame-shaped metal part is electrically connected to the metal casing and another side of the frame-shaped metal part has a slot. The dielectric sidewall is surrounding within the metal casing. The first antenna wired circuit is disposed on the inner surface of the dielectric sidewall and insulated from the metal casing. The first antenna wired circuit is near the slot. The first antenna wired circuit and the frame-shaped metal part resonate a first resonant frequency band.

Abstract: An antenna device includes at least one antenna that transmits and receives communication signals, and a helix ground plate connected to the at least one antenna. The helix ground plate includes an overlapping part, and has a length of at least one-quarter of a wavelength of a lowest-frequency in the communication signals.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an article including a garment, with a network formed on the garment. The network includes a main node with a main wired antenna, and at least one intermediate node with an intermediate wired antenna to be magnetically coupled to a respective device for that intermediate node. An electrical line electrically couples the main node to the at least one intermediate node. At least one electronic device is magnetically coupled to the intermediate wired antenna. A power supply unit is magnetically coupled to the main node via the main wired antenna thereof.

Abstract: An antenna unit includes an antenna prepared by winding conducting wire around a magnetic body. The antenna unit also includes a metal housing to accommodate the antenna. The metal housing includes a first cut-out to allow a magnetic field generated by the antenna to pass through the metal housing.

Abstract: This is directed to providing a cosmetic finish on a component constructed by connecting several elements. A single manufacturing process, such as machining or grinding, can be applied to the connected elements to remove material from some or all of the elements and to form a smooth and continuous surface across interfaces between the individual elements of the component. In some cases, settings of the material removal process can be adjusted based on the material of the component elements. For example, the settings can be adjusted based on the manufacturing or mechanical properties of each element material.

Abstract: A method and system utilizing one or more agricultural drones for real-time monitoring, delivery and dispensing of feed in feed bunks associated with feed lots.

Abstract: Systems and methods are described that relate to measuring relative positions of, or distance between, a helmet-mountable device and a head-mountable device. The helmet-mountable device includes a radio frequency (RF) source of a millimeter wave signal comprising millimeter wave radiation. The head-mountable device includes a plurality of rectenna devices. Each rectenna device of the plurality of rectenna devices converts millimeter wave radiation emitted by the RF source into a direct current (DC) electrical signal. The head-mountable device includes a memory and at least one processor. The at least one processor executes instructions stored in the memory so as to carry out operations, which include receiving, from each rectenna device of the plurality of rectenna devices, a respective DC electrical signal. The operations also include storing, in the memory, information indicative of the respective DC electrical signals.

Abstract: Wireless headwear has a brim and a rechargeable power source and a receptacle for a detachable plug-in micro camera. A short-range component built into the brim sends data from the camera to external devices such as smartphones or tablets or potable video/music player. The device can eternally control the camera functions; including but not limited to zooming, taking a snapshot, recoding a video, lighten and darken image, increase/decrease pixels, compression of data. A FIFO video buffer of a predetermined duration and an instant save button preserve the contents of the FIFO video buffer upon activation of the instant save button. A processor preserves the contents of the FIFO video buffer during a selected duration dependent on how much time has passed since any previous operation of the instant save button.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to inclusion of a non-contact antenna. The non-contact antenna can allow a variety of antennas to be used on a hearing assistance device and can overcome issues associated with mounting an antenna internal to the case of a hearing assistance device. A non-contact antenna may include a proximity coupled antenna, such as an antenna mounted on a hearing assistance device case (external to the case) near a feed line that will transfer energy between the antenna and an SMD internal to the case. A non-contact antenna may include an aperture coupled antenna, such as an antenna mounted external to the case on an antenna substrate, where the antenna substrate is on a feed substrate with a feed line, and where there is an aperture in a ground plane.

Abstract: A guest engagement system and associated methods provide seamless engagement with guests of facilities through the use of wireless sensing technologies. The system makes use of individual guest devices which are carried by guests and used to automatically identify and authenticate the guests throughout the facility. Services can thereby be seamlessly provided to the guests throughout the facility. The services include automatic unlocking of doors, including hotel or state room doors, based on the guests' immediate proximity to their assigned room's door. The services also include automated payment services provided at checkout or vending terminals, and automated log-on to interactive displays and portals, among others, based on secure wireless authentication of the guest devices.

Abstract: A wall-mountable wireless control device may include an antenna, a radio-frequency communication circuit, a control circuit, an enclosure, a conductive yoke, and/or a conductive member. The antenna may be configured to transmit and/or receive radio-frequency signals. The radio-frequency communication circuit may be configured to transmit and/or receive the radio-frequency signals via the antenna. The control circuit may be responsive to the radio-frequency communication circuit. The enclosure may be configured to house the radio-frequency communication circuit and the control circuit. The conductive yoke may be attached to the enclosure and configured to mount the control device to an electrical wallbox. The conductive member may extend around a rear side of the enclosure between opposite sides of the yoke.

Abstract: A transducer for noninvasively determining an internal temperature of a location of interest in a body of a subject may be configured to receive native temperature signals originating from the location of interest without substantially receiving interfering signals. Such a transducer may include one or more shielding features for preventing interference. In addition, such a transducer may include a dielectric cavity configured or positioned to increase the native temperature signals sensed, or received, by the antenna. A transducer may be configured to multiplex signals that are indicative of a temperature of a location of interest within the body of a subject and reference temperature signals. Such a transducer may include a connector that facilitates the communication of a multiplexed signal, such as a connector for a coaxial cable. The connector of a transducer may be configured to swivel relative to an end of a cable that has been coupled thereto. Systems including such a transducer are also disclosed.

Abstract: An antenna includes a first radiation element, a ground plate having a grounding point to which the first radiation element is grounded, and a second radiation element grounded to the ground plate and in a position where the grounding point is electrically shared with the first radiation element, and the second radiation element is disposed along the direction of current produced by the first radiation element and flowing in the ground plate.

Abstract: A communications headset having an antenna on each earpiece and having an RF switch for determining which antenna is receiving the superior signal and selecting that signal for amplification and distribution to headset speakers. A cable, supported and secured to a headband of the headset, connects the two earpieces for signal and power transfer. An illustrated embodiment has a transceiver and a speaker in an earpiece, with the RF switch, switching logic, and audio processor in one earpiece. Other configurations are within the scope of the invention. The RF switch selects the superior signal responsive to signal strength, signal to noise ratio, and/or similar figures of merit. Monitoring for signal superiority is at a high bandwidth to prevent granularity in the switching becoming noticeable to the user. The antenna corresponding to the superior signal is also used for transmitting from the headset.

Abstract: A transducer for noninvasively determining an internal temperature of a location of interest in a body of a subject is provided. The transducer receives a native temperature signals originating from the location of interest without substantially receiving interfering signals, and includes one or more shielding features for preventing interference. In addition, such a transducer may include a dielectric cavity configured or positioned to increase the native temperature signals sensed, or received, by the antenna. A transducer may be configured to multiplex signals indicative of a temperature of a location of interest within the body of a subject and reference temperature signals. Such a transducer may include a connector that facilitates the communication of a multiplexed signal, such as a connector for a coaxial cable. The connector of a transducer may be configured to swivel relative to an end of a cable.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for adapting an electronic device to receive digital television broadcast signals is disclosed. The device comprises a switch commandable to interpose one or more matching networks as in the RF signal path according to a channel command to match an integrated headset antenna to the tuner receiving the RF signals.

Abstract: A band-type electronic device and an antenna module included therein are provided. The band-type electronic device includes a band configured to be worn on a body of a user, a metal housing configured to connect to the band, and a frequency control module configured to operate such that the metal housing is used as a wireless charging antenna.

Abstract: An electromagnetic induction antenna including: a first inductor including windings; a second inductor including windings spaced apart from the first inductor; and an impedance connecting the first and second inductors; wherein the first and second inductor form a capacitor; wherein the capacitor is an electric field antenna, and wherein the inductor is a magnetic field antenna.

Abstract: A communications headset having multiple modes of communication, including DECT7 wideband and narrow band, Bluetooth®, two-way radio connectivity, and USB connectivity. The system includes a DECT7 transceiver, a Bluetooth® transceiver, a microcontroller, and a digital signal processor (DSP), all connected on a bus. The DSP and a portion of the microcontroller can be reprogrammed via signals through the USB port or via signals from the Bluetooth® transceiver. The reprogramming signals originate from a computer that is temporarily linked to the headset via USB cable or Bluetooth®. The system provides listen-through capability, enabling face-to-face conversation while using DECT7 communications. The DECT7 communications have a noise gate that shuts off all noise when there is no voice signal present. The headset provides substantial hearing protection via passive and active noise cancellation and includes a sound pressure dosimeter.