Patents Examined by Thu Phan
  • Patent number: 6204819
    Abstract: Multiple frequency band antennas having first and second conductive branches are provided for use within wireless communications devices, such as radiotelephones. A first conductive branch has first and second feeds extending therefrom that terminate at respective first and second micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) switches. A second conductive branch is in adjacent, spaced-apart relationship with the first conductive branch. One end of the second conductive branch terminates at a third MEMS switch and the opposite end of the second conductive branch is connected to the first conductive branch via a fourth MEMS switch. The fourth MEMS switch is configured to be selectively closed to electrically connect the first and second conductive branches such that the antenna radiates as a loop antenna in a first frequency band.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2001
    Assignee: Telefonaktiebolaget L.M. Ericsson
    Inventors: Gerard James Hayes, Robert A. Sadler