With Support For Antenna, Reflector Or Director Patents (Class 343/878)
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Publication number: 20100277396Abstract: A system providing RF signals to an RF enabled device is described. In some aspects, a connector configured to convey RF signal is provided with a security tether. In other aspects, a connector may be attached to a cradle or display case where the RF enabled device is separately disposed. The connector may provide the RF signal to the RF enabled device via electromagnetic coupling and/or through an external RF antenna coupling.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2010Publication date: November 4, 2010Applicant: GPS SOURCE, INC.Inventors: Allen Ray Gross, Phillip Wayne Coiner
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Publication number: 20100277379Abstract: An antenna assembly for installation to a mobile platform generally includes a base portion and an antenna module removably coupled to the base portion. The base portion generally includes a longitudinal axis and defines a channel extending generally along at least part of the longitudinal axis. The antenna module generally includes a mount and an antenna element coupled to the mount. The mount and antenna element can be removably received, for example, slid, into the channel of the base portion, in electrical contact therewith. The antenna module may also include a cover providing the antenna assembly with a generally fin-shaped structure. And, any one of multiple different antenna modules each having, for example, different antenna elements therein may be releasably coupled to the mount as desired.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2008Publication date: November 4, 2010Applicant: Laird Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Ralf Lindackers, Ayman Duzdar, Joseph M. Combi, Huzefa A. Bharmal
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Publication number: 20100277375Abstract: An electronic device and a fixing module are provided. The electronic device further includes a housing and an antenna module. The antenna module includes an antenna, a first engaging portion and a second engaging portion. The first engaging portion and the second engaging portion are installed on two ends of the antenna. The first engaging portion includes an upper surface. The fixing module installed on the housing includes a first limiting element and a second limiting element. When the antenna module is fixed with the fixing module, the first limiting element is engaged with the first engaging portion, and the second limiting element is engaged with the second limiting element. The first limiting element includes a protrusion. When the antenna module is fixed with the fixing module, the protrusion covers the upper surface of the first engaging portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2009Publication date: November 4, 2010Applicant: QUANTA COMPUTER INC.Inventor: Yi-Tsung Chiu
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Patent number: 7825853Abstract: The present invention is a man-portable counter-mortar radar (MCMR) radar system that detects and tracks enemy mortar projectiles in flight and calculates their point of origin (launch point) to enable and direct countermeasures against the mortar and its personnel. In addition, MCMR may also perform air defense surveillance by detecting and tracking aircraft, helicopters, and ground vehicles. MCMR is a man-portable radar system that can be disassembled for transport, then quickly assembled in the field, and provides 360-degree coverage against an enemy mortar attack.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2007Date of Patent: November 2, 2010Assignee: Syracuse Research CorporationInventors: Steven E. Bruce, Thomas A. Wilson
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Patent number: 7812771Abstract: An apparatus, for wirelessly powering a device having an enclosure for a charge storage component, includes a wireless power supply which fits into the enclosure. The apparatus includes an antenna connected to the wireless power supply. A battery. A cell phone cover for a cell phone. A headphone. A wireless power adapter for a DC jack. Alternatively, the apparatus includes a substrate having discrete components and integrated circuits disposed in the device. A method for wirelessly powering a device having an enclosure for a charge storage component.Type: GrantFiled: July 27, 2006Date of Patent: October 12, 2010Assignee: Powercast, LLCInventors: Charles E. Greene, Daniel W. Harrist, John G. Shearer
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Publication number: 20100253588Abstract: A portal stand for an RFID antenna comprises a pair of upright members and a front cover. The front cover is formed of a sheet of plastic that is resiliently biased to assume a flat configuration, with the front cover defining a flat width when it is in the flat configuration. The upright members include vertical slots and are spaced apart at a distance that is less than the flat width of the front cover. The front cover is disposed in the vertical slots and is bowed outwardly. The portal stand also includes a plurality of platforms that may be used for mounting RFID equipment such as antennas and readers. The platforms are secured to rails that are also secured to the upright members. The portal stand also includes a top cover, bottom cover, and rear cover, with the platforms being positioned between the front cover and rear cover.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 31, 2010Publication date: October 7, 2010Applicant: Jamison Door CompanyInventor: Donald T. Lee
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Patent number: 7804464Abstract: A phasing structure includes a support matrix for a reflective surface which reflects microwaves within an operation frequency band. The reflective surface includes a plurality of adjustable sub-panels. In one embodiment, the phasing structure may include a phasing arrangement of electromagnetically-loading structures supported by the support matrix. The sub-panels may be secured to the support matrix and individually adjustable using a securing means which, in one embodiment, includes one or more differential bolts.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2007Date of Patent: September 28, 2010Assignee: Communications & Power Industries, Inc.Inventors: Dino C. Gonzalez, Daniel G. Gonzalez, Leslie E. Oliver
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Patent number: 7804463Abstract: An antenna-carrying assembly for facilitating wireless communication using an electronic device is disclosed. The antenna-carrying assembly may include a body and one or more antenna elements carried by the body. The antenna-carrying assembly may also include a first attraction element carried by the body. The first attraction element is configured to magnetically couple the antenna-carrying assembly with a track and to slide along the track. At least one of the first attraction element and the track includes one or more magnetic elements.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 2007Date of Patent: September 28, 2010Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventors: Brett William Degner, Chris Ligtenberg, Bartley K. Andre, Douglas B. Kough
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Patent number: 7791558Abstract: An antenna device for use with a wireless signal processing interface includes a main body; an antenna module received by the main body and having a first signal-receiving bar and a second signal-receiving bar pivotally protruding from a first surface and a second surface of the main body, respectively; and a securing member having a first portion coupled to the main body and a second portion to be detachably coupled to a supporting object. The securing member is made of an elastic material and distorted when coupled to the supporting object so as to provide a securing force to fix the antenna device onto the supporting object.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 2008Date of Patent: September 7, 2010Assignee: Avermedia Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Kuo-Ying Su, Yung-Da Lin
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Publication number: 20100220032Abstract: An antenna tube configured to accommodate a grounding clip and an antenna, the antenna tube having a cylindrical tube having an upper end and an inner end opposite the upper end; a circumferentially extending groove in the cylindrical tube located between the upper end and the inner end; and a tapered lip at the inner end of the cylindrical tube, wherein the grounding clip fits between the circumferentially extending groove and the tapered lip, and at least a portion of the antenna slidably fits into the upper end of the cylindrical tube.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2010Publication date: September 2, 2010Applicant: RESEARCH IN MOTION LIMITEDInventors: Chao CHEN, Timothy H. KYOWSKI
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Patent number: 7782272Abstract: An antenna apparatus includes: an antenna element; and a substrate on which a low noise amplifier is mounted and on which the antenna element is disposed, wherein the substrate comprises: an input unit for inputting an electric signal into the low noise amplifier from an output terminal formed at a lower part of the antenna element; an output unit for outputting the electric signal to a transmission unit connected to a signal processing unit for processing the electric signal from the antenna element; and a signal blocking unit provided between the input unit and the output unit.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 2007Date of Patent: August 24, 2010Assignee: Mitsumi Electric Co., Ltd.Inventors: Junichi Noro, Takao Kato
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Publication number: 20100201600Abstract: A support frame (20) for a large aperture dish (10) of a dish antenna is constructed as two arrays of rigid struts. The first array of struts is formed as a plurality of pyramidal strut assemblies. Each pyramidal strut assembly as eight rigid struts (5, 7; AB, AF, BG, FG, aA, aB, aG and aF) connected at their ends to five nodes (6, 8; A, B, G, F and a). Four of the nodes (6; A, B, G, F) and four of the struts (5; AB, AF, BG, FG) of each assembly form a rigid, rectangular base, the nodes of which establish mounting points for reflective or conductive elements (21) which form the dish (10) of the antenna. The fifth node (8; a) of each assembly, which is at the vertex of the pyramidal assembly, is away from—and behind—the dish (10) of the antenna.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 30, 2008Publication date: August 12, 2010Inventor: Stephen Kaneff
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Patent number: 7768472Abstract: An embodiment of the present invention includes a technique to attach a wireless antenna to a consumer electronics (CE) device. A removable bezel holds a display assembly of the CE device. An antenna attachment mechanism integrated to the removable bezel at a pre-determined location to allow connection to a radio frequency (RF) communication circuit internal to the CE device. The antenna attachment mechanism is adapted for attachment to a wireless antenna used in a wireless transmission. In another embodiment, a wireless antenna is integrated within the removable bezel at a pre-determined location. The wireless antenna is coupled to the RF communication circuit for a wireless transmission. In yet another embodiment, an antenna assembly is attached to the removable bezel at a pre-determined location. The antenna assembly has a wireless antenna coupled to the RF communication circuit for a wireless transmission.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2008Date of Patent: August 3, 2010Assignees: Sony Corporation, Sony Electronics Inc.Inventors: Robert L. Hardacker, James R. Milne
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Publication number: 20100188310Abstract: An improved antenna device has an internal length compensation device, permitting a varying length expansion of the housing/radome in relation to the antenna support or reflector device located within the housing/radome. At least one of at least two internal fixing devices is provided with the internal length compensation device. The internal length compensation device is in at least two parts or has two limbs, wherein one part is fixed to the antenna support and/or reflector device and the other part is at least indirectly fixed to the housing/radome and/or supported thereby. The at least two parts can be moved relative to each other, be moved in position or deformed. In particular with relation to the support points of both parts, the position may be changed with common deformation.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 12, 2008Publication date: July 29, 2010Applicant: Kathrein-Werke KGInventors: Stephen Saddington, Johann Obemaier, Walter Staniszewski, Stefan Berger
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Publication number: 20100177010Abstract: Aspects of the present invention relate to an antenna mounting apparatus and installation methods for a non-invasive antenna mounting system. Some aspects relate to an antenna mounting apparatus for mounting an antenna on a structure wherein the antenna mounting apparatus has a clamping device for compressing a structure component, an extension arm and a mounting plate configured to couple with an antenna bracket thereby providing support for an antenna connected to the antenna bracket.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 18, 2010Publication date: July 15, 2010Inventor: Sean Michaelis
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Publication number: 20100177008Abstract: The invention relates to a self-adhesive antenna for an RFID system, in particular an RFID label, wherein, according to the invention, the antenna (1), from a sheet of aluminum (7) of a gauge of 1 ?m-20 ?m, in particular approximately 10 ?m, is glued to the front of an adhesive material (3) and punched out, wherein an adhesive layer (4) is provided on the back side of the adhesive material (3).Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2008Publication date: July 15, 2010Inventor: Martin Bohn
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Patent number: 7755561Abstract: A rigid antenna support structure is designed and prefabricated to rest on two or more existing support foots normally found on a roof or similar structure. The antenna support structure, to which antennas are attached, possess mounting brackets associated with the exterior of the structure configured to accept a plurality of vertical support members composed of a substantially RF transparent material. Attached to the vertical support members are a number of horizontal support members thereafter forming a concealment assembly skeleton. A plurality of RF transparent panels are then connected to the horizontal support members so as to form a concealment assembly that conceals the antenna support structure and antennas. The concealment assembly is environmentally and aesthetically pleasing, and retains RF transparency so as to not to attenuate the RF signals being sent to or originating from the antennas housed within.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2007Date of Patent: July 13, 2010Assignee: ConcealFab CorporationInventor: Michael Patrick Slattery
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Patent number: 7755563Abstract: A radio frequency identification (RFID) portal easily installs and integrates any RFID hardware/software systems. The RFID portal may match the size of a traditional dock or be custom sized. The portal takes advantage of a variety of unique features including an antenna bracket that provides for three-dimensional vertical and horizontal movements and a hardware independent reader bracket. The antenna movement capabilities allow for excellent RFID signal coverage. A General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) bridge enables rapid integration and functionality to other RFID inputs such as Motion Detectors/Photo Eyes, Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS), Wireless Networking, floor loops, mass detectors, and output signals, such as to light stacks and RFID readers.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2007Date of Patent: July 13, 2010Assignee: Jamison Door CompanyInventors: Curtis L. Berry, Mark Timothy Warren, Jr.
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Patent number: 7750867Abstract: A holding part 50 fixedly holds a shaft 17 included in a smart antenna 10 on a television receiver 20. The smart antenna 10 is held fixedly by the holding part 50. The shaft 17 of the smart antenna 10 is provided with an opening 17a in a part thereof distant from a part thereof held by the holding part 50. A wiring 15a is extended outside from the shaft 17 through the opening 17a and is connected to the television receiver 20.Type: GrantFiled: May 5, 2008Date of Patent: July 6, 2010Assignees: Funai Electric Co., Ltd., The University of Electro-CommunicationsInventors: Nobuo Nakajima, Koichi Gyoda, Eiji Shibuya, Takehiro Onomatsu, Hideto Yoshimura
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Publication number: 20100141537Abstract: An internal antenna module and a wireless communication apparatus having the same are disclosed. The internal antenna module includes a carrier having a partition formed on a surface thereof and a space defined by the partition; and a radiator disposed on the partition of the carrier. The space is formed in a region of the surface of the carrier excluding a region required to support the radiator. Therefore, influence of the carrier is minimized so that the radiation performance may be improved.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 7, 2009Publication date: June 10, 2010Applicant: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.Inventors: Sung Won KIM, Jae Sun PARK, Jae Min SEO
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Patent number: 7733291Abstract: According to various aspects, exemplary embodiments are provided of antenna radial systems. In one exemplary embodiment, an antenna radial system generally includes a washer having a channel disposed along a first side of the washer. A radial includes a locking portion configured to be received within the channel. The radial also includes elongate portions extending outwardly from the locking portion such that an angle is defined between each elongate portion and the locking portion. A bushing cooperates with the washer for sandwiching the radial's locking portion therebetween to thereby help retain the radial's locking portion within the channel.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 2007Date of Patent: June 8, 2010Assignee: Laird Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Imad M. Swais
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Publication number: 20100117924Abstract: A system for mounting an antenna through the aperture of a surface. At least some of the illustrative embodiments are apparatuses comprising a housing with an interior cavity comprising a first end, a circular second end, a plurality of fingers that extend from the circular second end, and a compression member that threadingly couples to the circular second end, the compression member configured to compress the plurality of fingers.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 12, 2008Publication date: May 13, 2010Applicant: ELECTRONIC CUSTOM DISTRIBUTORS, INC.Inventors: Charles J. Provenzano, Jerry C. Drew, Michael Leung
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Publication number: 20100117925Abstract: A mobile television antenna having an antenna element outwardly extending from opposing ends of a housing. An UHF digital booster extends perpendicularly from one side of the housing between the opposing ends carrying the antenna element. At least one UHF parasitic antenna element is connected on a boom which is integrally connected to the mobile television antenna housing. The ultra high frequency parasitic antenna element is held in a plane near the plane in which the antenna element is held by the housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2009Publication date: May 13, 2010Applicant: WINEGARD COMPANYInventors: Timothy John Conrad, Gail Edwin McCollum
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Publication number: 20100117912Abstract: An antenna includes an antenna element, a circuit board, and a planer metallic holder disposed between the antenna element and the circuit board. The metallic holder supports the antenna element on a base.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 13, 2009Publication date: May 13, 2010Applicant: Mitsumi Electric Co. Ltd.Inventors: Junichi Noro, Kyuichi Sato, Hisashi Takisawa, Toshiaki Aizawa
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Publication number: 20100117911Abstract: An aftermarket UHF parasitic antenna kit and method for a mobile television antenna includes: a base having an engagement surface and an extending boom; rivet holes in the engagement surface that correspond in size and location to a corresponding number of holes in the bottom of the mobile television antenna; push rivets that engage the rivet and bottom holes to hold the base to the bottom of the mobile television antenna; base foot holes in the engagement surface and boom; resilient base feet that engage the base foot holes; and at least one parasitic antenna element connected to the boom.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 13, 2009Publication date: May 13, 2010Applicant: WINEGARD COMPANYInventors: Timothy John Conrad, Gail Edwin McCollum
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Publication number: 20100117923Abstract: An antenna assembly is provided that may include an antenna element having first and second opposed sides. The antenna element may be configured to transmit or receive signals of a desired wavelength. The antenna assembly may also include a first conductive surface disposed proximate the first side of the antenna element and lying in a plane substantially perpendicular to the antenna element, and a second conductive surface disposed proximate the second side of the antenna element and lying in a plane substantially perpendicular to the first antenna element. The second conductive surface may be substantially parallel to, and spaced apart from, the plane in which the first conductive surface lies. Collectively the first and second conductive surfaces may be configured to excite wave propagation modes of a higher order than a fundamental propagation mode for reception or transmission of signals of the desired wavelength by the antenna element.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 12, 2008Publication date: May 13, 2010Inventor: Gregor Storz
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Patent number: 7714796Abstract: A hemispherical helical antenna employs a support frame assembly. The support frame assembly is configured to align and stabilize the turns of the helical antenna element above the ground plane. The support frame assembly includes a plurality of panels manufactured from a dielectric material. The panels are disposed at a fixed angular orientation that defines a central axis and form a series of supports for the element.Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 2006Date of Patent: May 11, 2010Inventor: Mark H. Schumacher
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Publication number: 20100103060Abstract: An antenna described herein includes a supporting substrate configured to be secured without requiring mounting holes, and a conductive antenna ground plane formed at the supporting substrate. A set of spaced apart and independently operable antenna elements are formed at the supporting substrate and are sized to wirelessly exchange communications signals at a first predetermined frequency or first predetermined range of frequencies for wireless communications. The spaced apart antenna elements are configured for electronic beam steering of the antenna, for remote electronic tilting of the antenna, for operating the antenna as a phased array, etc.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 6, 2009Publication date: April 29, 2010Inventor: Chad Au
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Patent number: 7705790Abstract: A method of mounting an antenna assembly into computer apparatus including forming a mounting bracket on an interior surface of a housing of the computer apparatus, the mounting bracket including at least two upstanding surfaces defining a gap therebetween, and inserting a first portion of the antenna assembly into engagement with the mounting bracket and adhering a second portion of the antenna assembly to the interior surface.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2008Date of Patent: April 27, 2010Assignee: Galtronics Ltd.Inventors: Robert Booth, Ohad Shavit
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Patent number: 7705793Abstract: Antenna assemblies and associated satellite tracking systems that may include a low profile two-way antenna arrangement, tracking systems, and applications thereof. Applications for the system include military, civilian, and domestic emergency response applications. The antenna arrangements may be configured to form a spatial element array able to track a satellite in an elevation plane by electronically dynamically targeting the antenna arrangement and/or mechanically dynamically rotating the antenna arrangements about transverse axes giving rise to generation of respective elevation angles and dynamically changing the respective distances between the axes whilst maintaining a predefined relationship between said distances and the respective elevation angles. The system provides dynamic tracking of satellite signals and can be used for satellite communications on moving vehicles in military and civilian applications.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2005Date of Patent: April 27, 2010Assignee: RaySat Antenna SystemsInventors: Ilan Kaplan, Mario Ganchev Gachev, Bercovich Moshe, Danny Spirtus, Daniel Francis DiFonzo, Kevin Arthur Bruestle, Robert Yip, Victor Boyanov, Yoel Gat
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Publication number: 20100097286Abstract: Exemplary embodiments are provided of omnidirectional MIMO antennas with polarization diversity. In one exemplary embodiment, an omnidirectional MIMO antenna generally includes an array of radiating antenna elements having a linear horizontal polarization and radiating omnidirectionally in azimuth. The antenna also includes at least one radiating antenna element having a linear vertical polarization and radiating omnidirectionally in azimuth. The vertically polarized radiating antenna is spaced-apart from the array. The antenna is operable for producing omnidirectional, vertically polarized coverage for at least one port, as well as omnidirectional, horizontally polarized coverage for at least one other port.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 30, 2009Publication date: April 22, 2010Applicant: Laird Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Jarrett D. Morrow, Adam M. Alevy, Shawn W. Johnson
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Publication number: 20100097288Abstract: A satellite antenna includes an antenna dish, a connecting arm, a pole, at least one clamp and a cover bracket. The antenna dish may include a front surface and a rear surface. The connecting arm has a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is coupled with the rear surface of the antenna dish. The pole may extend transversely with respect to the connecting arm and may include a channel extending from one end to the other end of the pole. The at least one clamp may each include a base with an opening that allows the pole to pass through. The cover bracket may include a front cover to seal the second end of the connecting arm, and a first cover integral with the front cover that includes a first side and a second side. The first cover may support the pole over the connecting arm on the first side and engage with the connecting arm with the second side.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2009Publication date: April 22, 2010Inventor: Shen Wen-Chao
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Publication number: 20100073248Abstract: An flat antenna ground plane supporting body including a longitudinal channel defining a waveguide for the antenna and two rectangular grooves which extend along the length of the channel and which are arranged on either side of the channel so as to define a double quarter-wave trap. The part of the body between the channel and each groove is machined such that when the ground plane is mounted on the body, the part of the body is separated from the ground plane by an air cushion of a controlled dimension (b). The invention also relates to a flat antenna including a substrate, a substrate-supporting ground plane and a body as described above, to which the ground plane is applied or secured.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2007Publication date: March 25, 2010Inventors: Eduardo Motta Cruz, John Bartholomew
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Patent number: 7683853Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention comprise an antenna mounting apparatus and installation methods for a non-invasive antenna mounting system.Type: GrantFiled: August 28, 2006Date of Patent: March 23, 2010Inventor: Sean Michaelis
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Publication number: 20100066632Abstract: An antenna apparatus is disclosed that includes an antenna element having an inverted teardrop shape and configured to be fed with electrical power from an external power source; a ground element coupled to the antenna element; and a holding member configured to hold at least the top portion of the antenna element or a surface of a conical portion of the antenna element against the ground element.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2009Publication date: March 18, 2010Inventors: Shigemi Kurashima, Masahiro Yanagi, Takashi Arita
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Patent number: 7679572Abstract: A mounting for a vehicle antenna including a mounting base which has an insertion portion for insertion through a hold in a vehicle body panel and a flange for engagement with an inner surface of the vehicle panel. The mounting further includes a temporary retainer at least two resilient temporary retention arms extending upward from engaging with the outer surface of the vehicle body panel after being inserted through the hole in the vehicle body panel. A retainer is then provided in the insertion portion to permanently mount the mounting to the vehicle body panel.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2007Date of Patent: March 16, 2010Assignee: Harada Industry of America, Inc.Inventors: Matthew Gordon Gray, Michael David Lungu
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Patent number: 7675475Abstract: The present invention relates to a mounted antenna for use in a wireless communication system, and in particular, to a mounting device and associated method for mounting an antenna within a cavity of a finished wall. The mounting device comprises a platform and a plurality of support legs, each of the plurality of support legs having a free end and a fixed end. The fixed end is pivotally coupled to the platform. The platform has a coupling mechanism for attaching an antenna to the platform. The mounting device also includes a biasing element for supplying a constant force to the plurality of support legs sufficient to propel the free end of each support leg in an outwardly direction from the platform and engage a surface within a wall cavity to support the mounting device.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2008Date of Patent: March 9, 2010Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.Inventor: John R. Brandstetter
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Publication number: 20100052997Abstract: An antenna module includes an antenna set, a feeding point and a ground plane. The antenna set includes a first antenna, and a second antenna. The first antenna has a first resonant frequency and the second antenna a second resonant frequency.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2008Publication date: March 4, 2010Applicant: CHI MEI COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS, INC.Inventors: SHIH-TSUNG KAN, CHIA-HONG LIN, CHANG-HSIN KUO, WEN-HSIU HSU
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Patent number: 7671810Abstract: An antenna structure for a notebook with four radiation members, the antenna structure has an elongate supporting rack having thereon a first radiation member, a second radiation member, a third radiation member and a fourth radiation member; each radiation member is planar, and is integrally connected with the supporting rack. Thereby, when the notebook uses a plurality of antennas, the costs of mold developing and time for processing can be reduced, and in designing, the space of the antenna will not waste by having the structure, and a better effect in function can be obtained.Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 2007Date of Patent: March 2, 2010Assignee: Auden Techno Corp.Inventor: Yao-Wen Yu
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Publication number: 20100039338Abstract: A planar scanning antenna is configured for scanning and tracking. In one embodiment, the planar scanning antenna may include a transducer module configured to provide an electromagnetic beam. According to another aspect of the invention, the apparatus may include a first planar dielectric element having an axis of rotation and configured to direct an electromagnetic beam. In one embodiment, a second planar dielectric element oriented adjacent to the first planar dielectric element and having the axis of rotation may be configured to direct electromagnetic energy. The apparatus may further include a mounting structure arranging the transducer module and the first and second planar dielectric elements. In yet another embodiment, the apparatus may include a drive means for positioning the first planar dielectric element independently from the second planar dielectric element.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2007Publication date: February 18, 2010Applicant: Malibu Research Associates, Inc.Inventor: Daniel G. Gonzalez
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Publication number: 20100039348Abstract: An antenna device is detachably attached onto an object and includes an antenna main body and a securing module. The antenna main body has a surface. A first coupling part is formed on the surface. The securing module includes a second coupling part and a securing part. The second coupling part is connectable with the first coupling part. The securing part is flexible and deformable. A space is defined between the surface and the securing part for accommodating the object.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 20, 2008Publication date: February 18, 2010Applicant: AVERMEDIA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: Hsin-Wen Tsai, Chien-Lung Tseng, Chao-Jung Chen
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Patent number: 7663564Abstract: The invention concerns a method for making smart cards capable of operating with or without contact called mixed cards and contactless smart cards. In order to avoid the risk of deteriorating the antenna the method consists in producing an antenna comprising at least two turns, on a support sheet, said antenna having its turns located outside the connecting pads, and in providing an insulating bridge so as to connect each of the antenna ends to a connection pad respectively.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2007Date of Patent: February 16, 2010Assignee: Gemalto, S.A.Inventors: Stephane Ayala, Gerard Bourneix, Christine Beausoleil, David Martin, Laurent Odduo, Philippe Patrice, Michael Zafrany
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Publication number: 20100013733Abstract: The present invention relates to an antenna unit (10) for mounting on a mounting surface from a first side of the mounting surface. The antenna unit (10) comprises an element (12) comprising a first side (14) abutting against the mounting surface when the antenna unit (10) is mounted, and a second side (16) arranged parallel to and opposite the first side (14). The antenna unit (10) comprises an antenna mount (18) comprising an attachment member (22) in turn comprising a threaded hole (20) in which a bolt member (24) is applied. The bolt member (24) is manipulated by a tool (26) from the first side of the mounting surface. In a first end position of the attachment member (22), the same is applicable through a hole intended therefor in the mounting surface. In a second end position, when the bolt member (24) has been tightened by the tool (26), the attachment member (22) presses/clamps the antenna unit (10) against the first side of the mounting surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 16, 2009Publication date: January 21, 2010Inventors: Patrik Skottke, Zoltan Palankai, Mattias Hellgren
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Patent number: 7649505Abstract: A circularly polarized, omnidirectional, corporate-feed pylon antenna uses multiple helically-oriented dipoles in each bay, and includes a vertical and diagonal support arrangement of simple structural shapes configured to provide a frame strong enough to sustain mechanical top loads applied externally. The radiators in each bay fit within the vertical supports. The radiators are integrally formed with cross-braces, and are fed with manifold feed straps incorporating tuning paddles. A single cylindrical radome surrounds the radiative parts and the vertical supports. The antenna admits of application to the upper L-band at the full FCC-allowed ERP. Beam tilt, null fill, and vertical null can be readily accommodated.Type: GrantFiled: July 12, 2007Date of Patent: January 19, 2010Assignee: SPX CorporationInventor: John L. Schadler
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Patent number: 7642988Abstract: A system and method for mounting a plurality of antenna elements onto a cell tower is disclosed. The plurality of antennas are mounted into a radome enclosure. The radome enclosure has an outer size and shape that matches the outer size and shape of a cellular antenna element. The radome enclosure is configured to attach to a cellular tower using the same physical mounting system as the cellular antenna elements. The plurality of antennas provide multiple point-to-point links that may be used for wireless backhaul links or other applications.Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 2006Date of Patent: January 5, 2010Assignee: Sprint Communications Company L.P.Inventors: Harold W. Johnson, Bruce E. Hoffman, Walter F. Rausch
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Publication number: 20090315804Abstract: An antenna amount including first, second, and third plates is disclosed. Each of the first and second plates includes a planar section and a flange connected to the planar section. At least one attachment device attaches the first plate to the second plate to form a plate structure. When attached, the planar sections of the first and second plates contact each other. Also, the flanges are parallel to each other, extend in the same direction, and are positioned to abut opposing surfaces of a mounting base. The third plate includes a planar section and a mounting surface connected to the planar section. The mounting surface is configured to receive a mounting device for the antenna. The attachment device clamps the mounting base between the third plate and the plate structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 11, 2009Publication date: December 24, 2009Applicant: DISH Network L.L.C.Inventors: Jason S. Schmidt, David Lettkeman, Eric Bolze
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Publication number: 20090303151Abstract: An antenna assembly includes a printed circuit board with a first surface and a second surface, a support attached on the first surface of the printed circuit board, and an antenna attached on the support. The printed circuit board includes a fastening area located on the first surface thereof, and a plurality of electric circuit arranged on the first surface of the printed circuit board. The support includes a receiving space corresponding to the fastening area of the printed circuit board. The antenna includes a planar radiating element substantially arranged on a first plane, and a connecting element being located on a second plane perpendicular to the first plane and extending downwardly from one edge of the radiating element. The connecting element includes an L-shaped connecting arm connected to the radiating element, at least one connecting pad and at least one grounding pad respectively extending from the connecting arm.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2009Publication date: December 10, 2009Applicant: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventors: Lung-Sheng Tai, Wen-Fong Su, Shang-Jen Chen, Chun-Ming Chiu
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Publication number: 20090295677Abstract: Various embodiments of a securing ring are described along with assemblies utilizing the securing ring. A securing ring includes a curvilinear body defining an opening and having a gap that defines confronting ring ends that are separable to receive at least one curvilinear device within the opening. The curvilinear body includes an outer surface and opposing first and second side walls that define a slot therebetween. The slot is configured for receiving the curvilinear device, and the outer surface, the first wall and the second wall provide a clamping force on the curvilinear device in the slot when the confronting ring ends are drawn together, with the clamping force securing the curvilinear device within the slot. The securing apparatus further includes a locking mechanism coupled to the confronting ring ends and configured to releasably engage the confronting ring ends to secure the confronting ring ends together.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 27, 2008Publication date: December 3, 2009Applicants: DISH Network L.L.C., EchoStar Technologies L.L.C.Inventors: Max S. Gratton, Morgan Kirby
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Patent number: 7626559Abstract: Various embodiments of a three-prong clip are described along with assemblies and methods of installation utilizing the three-prong clip. A three prong unitary clip has a central axis and a base and three separate prongs formed on opposing sides of the base. Each prong has a first portion extending from the base at a first angle towards the axis of the clip, a second portion extending from the first portion at a second angle away from the axis of the clip, and a retention tab formed between the first portion and the second portion. The prongs separate on the opposing sides of the base and each retention tab on each prong forms a clamping surface generally parallel to the axis of the clip on an element secured therebetween.Type: GrantFiled: December 31, 2007Date of Patent: December 1, 2009Assignee: Echostar Technologies, L.L.C.Inventors: Philip Marcilliat, Morgan Kirby, Jerome LaPalme, Andrew David McAuley
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Patent number: RE41816Abstract: A rotation apparatus for a dish antenna provides a system for easily adjusting the dish antenna to a precise receiving position. The rotation apparatus includes a dish bracket which is fixed to the back of the dish antenna. The dish bracket includes a plurality of circular grooves and a concentric axle center. An elevation bracket includes a pair of wings and a bottom. The wings are parallel, and the bottom is perpendicular to the wings. Each wing pivots about an axle which passes through a first portion of each wing. A second portion of each wing includes a guide groove to adjust a elevation angle of the dish. The bottom includes a central axle hole and a plurality of holes. The central axle hole is coupled to the concentric axle center. After the dish is rotated to a selected position, the plurality of holes are secured to the circular grooves using a plurality of screws.Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 2004Date of Patent: October 12, 2010Assignee: Wistron NeWeb CorporationInventors: Eric Liu, Cosine Guo, Jeffrey Gau