Abstract: An integrated antenna unit includes an integrated radiating element; a reflect board beneath the integrated radiating element without a direct contact therebetween; and an RF component device for processing signal of interest for a radio unit. The RF component device is placed beneath the integrated radiating element and on the reflecting board, and serves a support of a fixture structure of the radiating element to the reflecting board; whereby a space between the radiating element and the reflecting board can be efficiently used for the RF component device.

Abstract: A semiconductor device package having at least one integrated circuit (IC) die, at least two antennas oriented in at least two different directions, and a combiner/divider structure connecting the at least two antennas to the at least one IC die and configured to combine/divide signals transmitted between the at least two antennas and the at least one IC die. The package may be fabricated using an additive manufacturing process (i.e., 3D printing). In certain embodiments, the package is an integrated radio package having a multi-directional antenna array.

Abstract: A telecommunications antenna comprising a plurality of unit cells each including at least one radiator which transmits RF energy within a bandwidth range which is a multiple of another radiator. The radiators are proximal to each other such that a resonant condition may be induced into the at least one radiator upon activation of the other radiator. At least one of the radiators is segmented into capacitively-connected radiator elements to suppress a resonance response therein upon activation of the other of the radiator.

Abstract: An antenna structure includes a holder and a first antenna assembly. The holder includes a first board, a second board, a third board, and a fourth board. The first board, the second board, the third board, and the fourth board are connected to each other to surround a surrounding space. The first antenna assembly includes a first antenna body and a second antenna body. The first antenna body and the second antenna body are disposed in the surrounding space. The first antenna body and the second antenna body respectively include a feeding portion, a conjoining portion, and a ground portion. The ground portion of the first antenna body is connected to the first board. The ground portion of the second antenna body is connected to the second board.

Abstract: A base station antenna includes a panel that has a ground plane, first and second arrays that have respective first and second sets of linearly arranged radiating elements mounted on the panel, and a decoupling unit positioned between a first radiating element of the first array and a first radiating element of the second array. The decoupling unit includes at least a first sidewall that faces the first radiating element of the first array, a second sidewall that faces the first radiating element of the second array and an internal cavity that is defined in the region between the sidewalls. The first and second sidewalls are electrically conductive and electrically connected to the ground plane.

Abstract: In an embodiment, an antenna array includes at least first and second antenna rings. The antennas in the first antenna ring are each spaced apart by approximately a first distance from a center of the first antenna ring. And the second antenna rings is approximately concentric and coplanar with the first antenna ring, and each antenna of the second antenna ring is spaced approximately a second distance from the center. For example, the antennas of the first antenna ring are spaced apart by half of a first wavelength corresponding to a first frequency of a frequency range over which the antenna array is designed to operate, and the antennas of the second antenna ring are spaced apart by half of a second wavelength corresponding to a second frequency of the frequency range.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an electronic device. The electronic device may include an electronic device may comprising a housing, a first PCB disposed inside the housing, a first wireless communication circuit disposed on the first PCB to transmit and receive signals of a first frequency band, a second PCB disposed inside the housing, wherein the second PCB includes a signal line, an antenna array disposed on the second PCB, a second wireless communication circuit disposed on the second PCB to transmit and receive a signal of a second frequency band using the antenna array, and a conductive member electrically connected to the first wireless communication circuit by the signal line of the second PCB via a feed point for the conductive member.

Abstract: An antenna system for wireless communications and other wireless applications is disclosed. In one particular embodiment, the antenna system may comprise a frame with at least three facets and an antenna element mounted on each of the at least three facets, wherein each of the antenna elements are electromagnetically isolated from each other.

Abstract: A feed network for a multi-beam antenna is provided, including a first beam port, a second beam port, a beam-forming network coupled to the beam ports, and a cancellation circuit. The cancellation circuit is coupled to the first beam port and the second beam port before the beam-forming network. The cancellation circuit extracts a portion of a RF signal on the first beam port, adds phase delay, and injects the extracted, delayed signal from the first beam port onto the second beam port, and extracts a portion of a RF signal on the second beam port, adds phase shift, and injects the extracted, delayed signal from the second beam port onto the first beam port. In one example of the invention, the cancellation circuit comprises a first directional coupler on a first beam input path, a transmission line, a second directional coupler on the second beam input path.

Abstract: The embodiments herein use polarization diversity between antennas where the antennas for one cell are, e.g., horizontally polarized and antennas for the other cell are vertically polarized. In one embodiment, the antennas for a macro cell are vertically polarized while micro cell antennas are horizontally polarized. In one example, the micro cell antennas are printed antennas that form a loop that is co-planar with the magnetic fields generated by the macro cell antennas when transmitting. Because the magnetic fields are co-planar (rather than orthogonal) to the current flowing through the loop in the micro cell antenna, the effect of the electromagnetic signals emitted by the macro cell antenna is reduced. This may permit dual radio network devices to have improved performance when operating simultaneously—e.g., when the macro cell radio is transmitting and the micro cell radio is receiving at or near the same frequency band.

Abstract: A small-caliber, high-performance broadband radiator allows two unit arms of the first and second group of dipoles to be folded inwards, an included angle of 40°-50° is formed between two unit arms of the first/second groups of dipoles and the first/second unit racks, and the unit arms of the first and second groups of dipoles are arranged linearly at interval while flexural loading sections are provided and also connected by dielectric medium. Hence, the broadband radiator allows significant reduction of the aperture of the broadband radiator, and there is a larger adjustment space for the gap of the radiator array, so the interference of low and high bands is less. This allows for improved performance, thus reducing the configuration size and manufacturing cost of antennas, and creating better industrial benefits with improved applicability.

Abstract: A wireless local area network (“WLAN”) antenna array (“WLANAA”) is disclosed. The WLANAA may include a circular housing having a plurality of radial sectors and a plurality of primary antenna elements. Each individual primary antenna element of the plurality of primary antenna elements may be positioned within an individual radial sector of the plurality of radial sectors.

Abstract: The circular antenna array for vehicular direction finding applications is a circular disc having a plurality of microstrip antennas radially spaced around the disc at equal angles. In one embodiment, the circular antenna array includes V-shaped antennas, and in another embodiment, the antennas are Yagi antennas. The circular antenna array can operate under two modes, switched and phased, in the 2.45 GHz band with an operating bandwidth of at least 100 MHz. The circular antenna array is configured to be installed in vehicles. Selective transmittal of an RF signal from a key fob generates a response signal from a specific antenna element receiving the RF signal in line with the direction of origin thereof. An LED panel indicates proximity and direction to the vehicle being located.

Abstract: Antennas for transmitting and receiving circularly polarized UHF SATCOM radio signals include a mast which has four circumferentially spaced apart element mounts that protrude radially from the mast, each having a mechanical coupling mechanism holding an electrically conductive tubular antenna element disposed radially from the mast for use and parallel to the mast to minimize the envelope size of the antenna when not in use. Replaceable elements in one version of the antenna have a threaded stud threadably receivable in a threaded socket on the element mount. Each element of a foldable version of the antenna has a tapered support peg which is insertably receivable in a tapered socket in a boss on the element mount and releasably held therewithin by a tensioning spring within the element. Optionally, a fifth conductive element is disposed longitudinally within the mast to transmit and receive linearly polarized radio signals.

Abstract: A broadband radiation unit includes first and second pairs of symmetric dipoles operable to transmit communication signals and to receive communication signals. The first pair of symmetric dipoles has a polarization that is orthogonal to that of the second pair of symmetric dipoles. The first and second pairs of symmetric dipoles together define an annular structure. A plurality of baluns are associated with the first and second pairs of symmetric dipoles such that a given one of the baluns is associated with a respective symmetric dipole of the pairs of symmetric dipoles. Each one of the baluns feeds a balanced current to its associated symmetric dipole. Each symmetric dipole of the first and second pairs of symmetric dipoles has two unit arms which are disposed on and arranged symmetrically about its associated balun.

Abstract: An antenna system includes: and antenna module and a system module. The antenna module includes a substrate, and a plurality of planar dipole antennas each including a short-circuit section, two first radiator sections operable in a first frequency band and connected to the short-circuit section, and two second radiator sections operable in a second frequency band and connected to the short-circuit section. The planar dipole antennas are arranged such that geometric centers thereof are respectively spaced apart from a center point bounded by the planar dipole antennas by a predetermined distance, such that each of the planar dipole antennas is spaced apart from an adjacent one of the planar dipole antennas by a predetermined minimum distance. The system module has a grounding plane that faces toward and that is spaced apart from and parallel to the substrate.

Abstract: Multi-band antenna systems for communication systems are disclosed. An antenna system includes at least one low band dipole radiating element for radiating RF energy in a low frequency range and at least one group or column of high band dipole radiating assemblies for radiating RF energy in a high frequency range. The low band dipole radiating element may be constructed to provide improved control beam width stability of the high band dipole radiating assemblies and improved cross-polarization performance in the low frequency range. The high band dipole radiating assemblies include high band dipole radiating elements and shrouds surrounding the high band dipole radiating elements. The shrouds are configured to improve the beam width stability and cross-polarization of the high band dipole radiating elements, improve isolation between the high band dipole radiating elements and to shift resonance of the high band dipole radiating assemblies below the low frequency range.

Abstract: A modular plug-in antenna array capable of low cost and automated manufacturing is disclosed. The antenna element is designed to work efficiently over a broadband with simplified assembly requirements and to be used in discrete or array applications. Plug-in antennas eliminate the need for external tools, and allow the antenna to be removed, for service, test, and ease of assembly. Many transceivers are assembled using printed circuit board techniques whereon electronic components are mounted using a pick and place process. The plug-in antenna connects directly onto the circuit board; with connectors that are compatible with a pick and place process and which are produced in mass quantities for the computer and telecommunications industry, thus yielding lower costs than traditional high performance RF coaxial connectors.

Abstract: A wireless local area network (“WLAN”) antenna array (“WLANAA”) is disclosed. The WLANAA may include a circular housing having a plurality of radial sectors and a plurality of primary antenna elements. Each individual primary antenna element of the plurality of primary antenna elements may be positioned within an individual radial sector of the plurality of radial sectors.

Abstract: The present invention is an electronically scannable antenna. The antenna includes a Radio Frequency (RF) element. The antenna also includes a screen which is configured at least substantially around the RF element. The screen includes a plurality of integrated switches which may be configured to allow the operating mode of the screen to be selectively and automatically switched between a transmissive mode and a reflective mode. When the screen is operating in the transmissive mode, the antenna is configured to provide an omni-directional beam. When the screen is operating in the reflective mode, the antenna is configured to provide a directional beam.

Abstract: A dual-polarization radiating element for a multiband antenna comprises a support with a high dielectric constant whose shape is roughly cylindrical, having an axis of revolution, at least a first and a second pair of dipoles printed on a first surface of the support, the dipoles of the first pair being roughly orthogonal to the dipoles of the second pair, and conductive lines, to feed each dipole, printed onto a second surface of the support. The support is placed on a flat reflector, with the cylindrical support's axis of revolution being perpendicular to the plane of the reflector.

Abstract: GPS reception on helicopters and ground vehicles may be subject to varying near-ground interference. A compact antenna includes vertically spaced arrays of radiating elements. The first array provides a basic reception pattern. The second array provides a pattern having a distinctive low elevation angle phase reversal. By combining signals for these patterns an antenna pattern with a low angle onmidirectional elevation null characteristic is provided to suppress near-ground interference. Prior to combining, signals from the second array may be modified in amplitude or phase, or both, on a semi-permanent basis, or may be adaptively modified on an active basis, in order to adjust the null characteristic. Antennas and methods are described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dual polarization broadband antenna having a single pattern, which is provide with a radiation device having a square structure, in which a plurality of folded dipole elements are formed in a single continuously-connected pattern, and a feeding portion for feeding signals to the plurality of folded dipole elements is formed on the radiation device. Accordingly, the plurality of folded dipole elements formed on the radiation device are connected in a single square and rectangular pattern, so that the structure thereof is simplified, with the result that the cost can be reduced. Furthermore, the feeding portion, that dually feeds signals, and the plurality of folded dipole elements, connected in a single pattern, are coupled, so that the dual polarization characteristic can be easily acquired.

Abstract: A wireless local area network (“WLAN”) antenna array (“WLANAA”) is disclosed. The WLANAA may include a circular housing having a plurality of radial sectors and a plurality of primary antenna elements. Each individual primary antenna element of the plurality of primary antenna elements may be positioned within an individual radial sector of the plurality of radial sectors.

Abstract: A wireless local area network (“WLAN”) antenna array (“WLANAA”) is disclosed. The WLANAA may include a circular housing having a plurality of radial sectors and a plurality of primary antenna elements. Each individual primary antenna element of the plurality of primary antenna elements may be positioned within an individual radial sector of the plurality of radial sectors.

Abstract: A wireless access point is provided for transmitting radio signals that has isolators positioned about the perimeter of the wireless access point dividing the perimeter of the wireless access point into segments and reflector plates positioned within each segment for directing the transmission of the radio signals within each segment.

Abstract: A wireless local area network (“WLAN”) antenna array (“WLANAA”) is disclosed. The WLANAA may include a circular housing having a plurality of radial sectors and a plurality of primary antenna elements. Each individual primary antenna element of the plurality of primary antenna elements may be positioned within an individual radial sector of the plurality of radial sectors.

Abstract: An omni-directional antenna supporting simultaneous transmission/reception, from the same AP, on multiple frequencies, allowing each AP to communicate using each possible frequency. Each AP multiplexes its outgoing signals onto its transmitting antenna, and de-multiplexes its incoming signals from its receiving antenna. The transmitting and receiving antennae are each substantially located in each other's NULL zone (or one is in the NULL zone of the other). The AP can transmit/receive on many distinct frequencies without needing more antennae.

Abstract: An antenna system includes: and antenna module and a system module. The antenna module includes a substrate, and a plurality of planar dipole antennas each including a short-circuit section, two first radiator sections operable in a first frequency band and connected to the short-circuit section, and two second radiator sections operable in a second frequency band and connected to the short-circuit section. The planar dipole antennas are arranged such that geometric centers thereof are respectively spaced apart from a center point bounded by the planar dipole antennas by a predetermined distance, such that each of the planar dipole antennas is spaced apart from an adjacent one of the planar dipole antennas by a predetermined minimum distance. The system module has a grounding plane that faces toward and that is spaced apart from and parallel to the substrate.

Abstract: A multi-band antenna is provided that operates in non-harmonically related frequency bands. The antenna includes a primary antenna element for a first frequency band of the non-harmonically related bands, said primary antenna element extending perpendicularly from a ground plane, the primary antenna element electrically isolated from the ground plane, a plurality of secondary elements extending from the ground plane parallel to the primary antenna element and arranged in a circle around the primary antenna element, each of said plurality of secondary elements electrically isolated from the primary antenna element and ground plane and a plurality of antenna elements for a second frequency band of a higher relative frequency than the first frequency band, the plurality of high frequency antenna elements extending parallel to the primary and secondary antenna elements and disposed in a circle around the secondary antenna elements.

Abstract: Systems and methods for providing an antenna enabling hemispherical coverage are disclosed. The system includes a conductive enclosure having an open portion and a closed portion. The system further includes a pair of perpendicularly-disposed dipole antennas. Each antenna of the perpendicularly-disposed dipole antennas includes a pair of conductors extending to a pair of tips disposed outside of the open portion of the conductive enclosure. The system further includes a hybrid coupler having a pair of output terminals coupled to each pair of conductors of each antenna of the perpendicularly-disposed dipole antennas. The hybrid coupler is configured to apply signals of equal magnitude to the each antenna of the perpendicularly-disposed dipole antennas that differ in phase by ninety degrees.

Abstract: The utilization of small antennas for mobile devices and for low frequency (long wavelength) applications is desired. Further, efficient use of transmission power is desirable, especially in mobile applications. For this purpose, a system is provided that includes one or more of: a multiple-resonator transmitter/receiver, a high bandwidth electrically small antenna, a resonator with a variable feed location, a resonator with a variable reactive component load, and a method for estimating a resonator system response to a component configuration and selected excitation.

Abstract: An antenna for use with an RFID device reader includes a metallic plate and multiple antenna elements attached to the metallic plate. The antenna elements may consist of two prongs each, with the prongs of each element arrayed in a diagonal configuration, and with the two prongs forming an X-shape. Each of the prongs may include a pair of L-shape prong parts that are coupled together by an electrical element connecting the corners of the L-shape prong parts. The distal ends of all of the prong parts of the antenna elements may together form a substantially square shape. Each of the antenna elements may be coupled to a single conductor, for connection to an RFID reader. The connection may be through a suitable standard coupling, such as a coaxial cable with a suitable connector.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cross dipole including a plurality of dipole elements respectively corresponding to a plurality of frequency bands and reconfiguring the plurality of frequency bands. A cross dipole module includes a circuit for controlling a signal of the cross dipole according the cross dipole and an external control signal. An array antenna includes a plurality of cross dipole modules arranged in one dimension or two dimensions. A multiple input multiple output antenna includes a plurality of array antennas for independently operating and an indoor supporting system for respectively applying a control signal to the plurality of array antennas, and reconfigures a distance between the neighboring array antennas.

Abstract: The invention relates in part to a folded dipole having a dipole axis and a pair of arms which together have a profile which is concave on one side and convex on the other when viewed along the dipole axis. The dipoles may be arranged as a dipole box around a central region, typically in a generally circular or square configuration. Further elements may be placed in the dipole box or in the gaps between dipole boxes. The antenna may be a single-band antenna, or a multi-band antenna with the further elements operating in a different frequency band to the dipole boxes. The further elements may be concentric dipole boxes. The invention is particularly suited for use in a cellular base station panel antenna. A novel coaxial to microstrip transition is also described.

Abstract: A dipole antenna comprising a base; first and second pairs of dipoles positioned in front of the base and arranged around a central region; a first feed line which extends from the base towards the dipoles and splits at a first junction positioned in front of the base into a first pair of feed probes each of which is coupled to a respective one of the first pair of dipoles; and a second feed line which extends from the base towards the dipoles and splits at a second junction positioned in front of the base into a second pair of feed probes each of which is coupled to a respective one of the second pair of dipoles. The feed probes are spaced from the dipoles so as to field-couple with the dipoles. In one embodiment, the first pair of feed probes is positioned on a first side of the dipoles and the second pair of feed probes is positioned on a second side of the dipoles opposite to the first side. In another embodiment, the dipoles are printed on a PCB.

Abstract: Radio wave detection apparatus includes an array of antenna elements which are able to receive radio waves which enter and leave the array. In this way antenna elements are able to cater for the detection of different types of polarisation from the one configuration.

Abstract: A dual polarized broadband base station antenna for wireless communication systems is disclosed. The present invention employs a dual polarized boxed arrangement radiation element with high isolation between polarization channels. Plural radiating elements project outwardly from the surface of a ground plane. The antenna elements are paired dipoles.

Abstract: An improved dual polarized radiator is distinguished, inter alia, by the following features: the dual polarized dipole radiator is made from a strip and/or board material, in particular a metal sheet, the dual polarized dipole radiator is constructed in one piece, and the individual portions of the dual polarized dipole radiator, including the dipole components, the feed arms, the support portions forming the balun and an associated base connecting the support portions, are connected to one another by bending and/or tilting and/or folding lines formed in the sheet-like basic material.

Abstract: The antenna assembly is circularly polarized and may be able to receive multiple independent signals. The antenna assembly includes a plurality of electrically conductive layers arranged about an axis to define a series of adjacent corner reflectors (e.g. four to eight corner reflectors), and a plurality of spiral antenna elements. Each spiral antenna element extends across a respective open end of a corresponding corner reflector. Each corner reflector may have an equal corner angle, and each spiral antenna element may be a bifilar spiral antenna element and/or a log spiral antenna element. A housing may contain the corner reflectors and the spiral antenna elements. Electronic circuitry may be coupled to the plurality of spiral antenna elements and contained within the housing. The antenna is preferential for television reception on multiple channels and directions without consumer adjustment, as the antenna provides spatial, angular and frequency diversity through simultaneous overlapping beams.

Abstract: Ground based GPS antennas for differential applications may be subject to intentional or other interference signals incident at low elevation angles. Described GPS antenna systems are usable to provide an antenna pattern having a vertically-steerable null. An array of vertically spaced radiator units having omnidirectional azimuth characteristics provides a primary reception pattern. Vertically intermixed radiator units employed on a separate or shared basis provide an auxiliary reception pattern. By subtractively combining the auxiliary pattern with the primary pattern and adjusting the relative signal level of the auxiliary pattern a vertically-steerable pattern null is provided. The antenna system may include an adaptive control system responsive to an antenna output signal to derive a steering signal to adjust the relative signal level of the auxiliary pattern to steer the vertically-steerable null to provide interference suppression. Antenna systems and methods are described.

Abstract: The invention relates in part to a folded dipole having a dipole axis and a pair of arms which together have a profile which is concave on one side and convex on the other when viewed along the dipole axis. The dipoles may be arranged as a dipole box around a central region, typically in a generally circular or square configuration. Further elements may be placed in the dipole box or in the gaps between dipole boxes. The antenna may be a single-band antenna, or a multi-band antenna with the further elements operating in a different frequency band to the dipole boxes. The further elements may be concentric dipole boxes. The invention is particularly suited for use in a cellular base station panel antenna. A novel coaxial to microstrip transition is also described.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are wireless products adapted to be positioned in a normal or resting position, that also include an antenna composed of a set of elements arranged in a plane in a radially symmetrical configuration providing a reduction in the susceptibility of reflected waves having the potential to cancel or weaken a main wave or signal, the plane positioned with respect to the normal position to direct a main communication line with a second wireless device into the plane and provide reception of a main and/or secondary signal at a plurality of phases. One exemplary product is a wireless conferencing device configured to rest on a tabletop, the antenna array oriented in a horizontal plane. Detailed information on various example embodiments of the inventions are provided in the Detailed Description below, and the inventions are defined by the appended claims.

Abstract: A system and method is provided for transmitting analog and digital signals using a single traveling wave structure with radiators attached thereto, to form broadside radiation of the digital and analog signals.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a broadband antenna with omnidirectional radiation comprising a first circular or semicircular monopole perpendicular to an earth plane, and at least one second circular or semicircular monopole, the monopoles being positioned with respect to one another in such a way as to have a common diameter.

Abstract: An improved dual-polarized dipole antenna has two orthogonal parallel dipoles of a dipole square fed by a feeder point on one of the dipoles. Starting from said feeder point, a connection cable to the feeder point on the respective orthogonal parallel dipole of the dipole square is laid and is electrically connected there to the dipole halves of the dipole square.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a broadband antenna with omnidirectional radiation comprising a first circular or semicircular monopole (3) perpendicular to an earth plane (1), and at least one second circular or semicircular monopole (4), the monopoles being positioned with respect to one another in such a way as to have a common diameter (z).

Abstract: To provide horizon to zenith reception coverage for Differential GPS operations, two antennas with complementary patterns may be used. An antenna for high-angle coverage includes a ring of four dipoles excited to provide progressive-phase-omnidirectional (PPO) coverage. A cylindrical (e.g., octagonal) structure, with an upper edge at the diode horizontal centerline, extends upward from a ground plane section. An absorber configuration having a serrated upper edge portion extends around the dipoles above the cylindrical structure and has radiation absorption properties. For an octagonal configuration, the absorber configuration may include eight resistance card sections with triangular portions extending above the wall structure. A conical antenna pattern expanding upwardly can provide omnidirectional coverage above a selected elevation angle (e.g., above 55° elevation).

Abstract: A wireless communication network which includes an antenna array for receiving and transmitting signals to and from remote users which is capable of adapting to widely varying traffic levels. Different antenna elements can be turned on during high user periods and off when there are fewer users. Also, beam width can be varied, with fewer antennas having wide beams in use when traffic levels are low and more antennas with narrow beams when traffic is high. Generally, the maximum capability uses 180 antenna elements with beam widths of about 2° to cover a full 360°. This network can act as either a circuit switched network or a packet switched network, as desired.

Abstract: A polarized antenna for sending and receiving polarized radio frequency signals is disclosed which includes a dipole and a reflector plate. The dipole is formed as a single part including the radiating arms and feeding structures, thereby requiring minimum assembly. This dipole can be formed by molding conventional materials, such as copper, aluminum, and plastic, which can then be plated. The feeding structure through which the cable passes features a slotted aperture. The impedance of the dipole is based on the width of these apertures and the size of the cable conductor. By having a single-body construction, the dipole of the present invention provides, good impedance, low intermodulation distortion, good port-to-port isolation, and good pattern purity.