Pivoted Or Rotatable Patents (Class 343/882)
  • Patent number: 8446336
    Abstract: A multi-directional pivoting antenna includes an antenna case, a pivotal device, and a pivot base. The antenna case is pivotally connected to the pivotal device and can be vertically turned relative to the pivotal device, and the pivotal device is fitted in the pivot base and can be horizontally turned relative to the pivot base. Therefore, when the pivot base of the pivoting antenna is mounted on an electronic device for wireless signal transmission, the pivotal device and the pivot base provide the pivoting antenna with high degrees of freedom, allowing the antenna case to be pivotally turned horizontally and vertically to different angular positions and directions, and making the pivoting antenna very convenient to use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2013
    Assignee: GemTek Technology Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Shin-Ching Lee
  • Patent number: 8439325
    Abstract: A clamp structure includes a clamping component for clamping a tube, and at least one bridging component disposed on a lateral surface of the clamping component. A pivoting portion is disposed on the bridging component, and the bridging component pivots with an antenna module via the pivoting portion, so that the antenna module can pivot relative to the clamping component along a radial plane of the clamping component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2013
    Assignee: Wistron NeWeb Corporation
    Inventors: Ming-Chan Lee, Lan-Chun Yang, Hung-Yuan Lin, San-Yi Kuo, Wei-Te Chien
  • Patent number: 8427375
    Abstract: An electronic apparatus that includes a housing for housing an electronic component and an antenna body, the housing having a base body formed of a plate section and a side surface section, and a cover for covering an edge of the base body, the plate section including an antenna housing section and a protruding section, whereas the side surface section including an opening for communicating to the outside of the housing, and the antenna body having a plate piece-like shape with a length to be housed in the antenna housing section, having an antenna for radio communications and a bearing section with an insertion hole which penetrates front and back surfaces of the antenna body to receive insertion of the protruding section, the antenna body being housed in the antenna housing section between the plate section and the cover, and protruding from the housing when being rotated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2013
    Assignee: Fujitsu Limited
    Inventor: Yutaka Sato
  • Patent number: 8427383
    Abstract: A radio relay comprising: a housing configured to be released from a mobile platform onto a support surface; a radio mounted within the housing, wherein the radio is configured to relay radio frequency (RF) signals and to operate as a node in a telecommunications network; a first antenna mast having a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the proximal end is rotatably coupled to the housing; a first antenna element operatively coupled to the radio and mechanically coupled to the distal end; and an antenna mast rotation mechanism mounted within the housing and the proximal end such that the antenna mast rotation mechanism is configured to upwardly rotate the first antenna mast to a raised position such that the first antenna mast is substantially parallel to the ambient gravity vector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2013
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Navy
    Inventors: Narek Pezeshkian, Aaron Bruce Burmeister, Hoa G. Nguyen, Kevin F. Holz
  • Patent number: 8423201
    Abstract: An assembly that has a rotator element, a sensor element coupled to the rotator element or assembly, and a controller element provides azimuth antenna control. The rotator element has a worm gear driven slewing ring having a through hole through which a feed line to an antenna may be inserted to accommodate continuous rotation of greater than 360 degrees or partial rotation in either direction of the antenna coupled to the rotator element. The controller element is coupled to the rotator element and to the sensor element, and the controller element receives feedback information concerning a current azimuth position of the antenna from the sensor element to control the rotator element to rotate to a future azimuth position of the antenna in accordance with a selected azimuth function and the feedback information provided by the sensor element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2013
    Assignee: United States Antenna Products, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph B. Burdette, James A. Martin
  • Patent number: 8416147
    Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus are described for mounting objects to a structure, such as a wall or roof of a home. One embodiment is a mounting apparatus that includes a base configured to attach to a structure and mount an object to the structure. The apparatus further includes at least one load applying member attached to the base configured to apply a preload force to the structure. The load applying member includes a loading plate and a plurality of force applying members attached to the loading plate. The force applying members apply a preload force to a surface of the structure during mounting of the object to the structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2013
    Assignee: EchoStar Technologies, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Henry Gregg Martch, Jason Fruh
  • Patent number: 8410984
    Abstract: An electronic apparatus includes an antenna housing groove extending in an extension direction of one end surface of a housing; and the housing having a boss protruding in the antenna housing groove in a width direction of the antenna housing groove; and a metal plate member that is passed through the boss and is sandwiched between the housing and the antenna body to interact with the bearing member, that is locked in both locked positions of a housed position in which the antenna body is housed in the antenna housing groove and in a protruding position in which the antenna body is rotated from the housed position by a predetermined angle and protrudes from the housing so that the metal plate member holds the positions of the antenna body, and that releases the lock upon reception of a force in a rotational direction of the antenna body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2013
    Assignee: Fujitsu Limited
    Inventors: Yutaka Sato, Goki Yamaguchi
  • Patent number: 8390527
    Abstract: A lightweight, portable satellite dish antenna system having base and lid portions which can be configured relative to each other in carrying and deployed positions. The base and lid portions are substantially the same size and shape and have respective interior and exterior sides with the satellite dish antenna of the system pivotally mounted to the interior side of the lid portion. In the carrying position, the satellite dish antenna is retracted to align with the interior side of the lid portion and the lid and base portions are secured together with the interior sides thereof facing and abutting each other. In the deployed or operating position, the lid portion is inverted and placed atop the base portion with the exterior side of the lid portion and the interior side of the base portion facing and abutting one another on mating bearing surfaces extending about a central, vertical axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2013
    Assignee: Winegard Company
    Inventor: Timothy John Conrad
  • Patent number: 8384610
    Abstract: An antenna including a reflector with coverage and frequency flexibility is provided. The antenna comprises a reversible reflector having two separate reflecting surfaces shaped geometrically so as to cover respectively a first and a second geographical zone which are different and have predetermined shapes, in which the two reflecting surfaces are fastened back to back on a common support, and at least two independent sources arranged in a fixed configuration and connected to separate radiofrequency supply chains defining different and predefined operating frequency planes, the reflector having a first deployment position, in which the focal point of the first reflecting surface is located at the phase center of the first source, and a second deployment position, in which the focal point of the second reflecting surface is located at the phase center of the second source. Application notably to the field of satellite telecommunication antennae.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2013
    Assignee: Thales
    Inventors: Ludovic Schreider, Pierre Bosshard, Serge Depeyre
  • Patent number: 8378919
    Abstract: An angle adjustment apparatus for a dish antenna comprises a base, a first rotating frame, a second rotating frame, and a second rotation angle adjustment mechanism. The first rotating frame is fixed to the base, and can relatively rotate around the base with a first rotating angle. The second rotating frame is fixed to the first rotating frame, and can relatively rotate around the first rotating frame with a second rotating angle. The second rotation angle adjustment mechanism comprises a first screw rod, a screw nut post, and a second screw rod. One end of the first screw rod is fixed to the first rotating frame, and the other end is equipped with first threads and engaged with the screw nut post. One end of the second screw rod pivots on the second rotating frame, and the other end is equipped with second threads and engaged with the screw nut post. The first threads and second threads have different screw directions, or have the same screw direction but with different thread pitches.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2013
    Assignee: Microelectronics Technology Inc.
    Inventor: Chao Chun Yeh
  • Patent number: 8378918
    Abstract: A fine azimuth adjustment tool and method for a satellite antenna system having a clamp with opposing jaws for clamping around the mast pipe, a lever connected to the clamp for opening and closing the opposing jaws; a cam with a protrusion engaging a formed slot in the mast clamp when said opposing jaws are closed, the protrusion rotating the mast clamp when the cam is turned, the protrusion in the slot holding the mast clamp to the mast pipe at a desired fine tuned azimuth position while the mast clamp is tightened and secured to the mast pipe.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2013
    Assignee: Winegard Company
    Inventors: William John Sherwood, Brian Steven Zihlman, Donald F. Kerr, John Francis Whooley
  • Publication number: 20130027275
    Abstract: A wireless communication system comprises a tower-shaped antenna including a leaky coaxial cable that leaks electric wave. The tower-shaped antenna is selectively changed from a protruding state in which the antenna is protruded from an installed surface to a housed state in which the antenna is housed in the installed surface, and vice versa.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 23, 2012
    Publication date: January 31, 2013
    Applicant: TOSHIBA TEC KABUSHIKI KAISHA
    Inventors: Kazuhiro Odoko, Hiroki Mochizuki
  • Patent number: 8362969
    Abstract: An adjustable antenna baffling system includes a mounting plate for antenna radiating elements, baffles, connecting links that connect the baffles to the mounting plate, limit brackets that limit movement of the connecting links, an actuator and a housing. Pushing or pulling a handle on the actuator rotates the connecting links and extends or retracts the baffles to adjust the beamwidth. The housing encloses the components of the system except the handle and a lock tab on the mounting plate. The handle is secured to the lock tab to lock the baffles in the selected position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2013
    Assignee: ARC Wireless Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven C. Olson, Chad E. Dewey
  • Patent number: 8364105
    Abstract: An embodiment of a light powered transmitter configured for broadcasting an electromagnetic control field to a region is provided. The transmitter includes a housing having a longitudinal axis. The housing includes a photovoltaic cell configured to generate electrical power in response to light and a rechargeable power source configured to store at least a portion of the power generated by the photovoltaic cell. The housing also includes an electromagnetic transmitter and a directional antenna. The directional antenna can be configured to broadcast an electromagnetic (e.g., radio-frequency) control field to a region. The directional antenna can be rotatably mounted in the housing such that the antenna can be rotated around the longitudinal axis. The housing can further include a transparent or translucent optical element configured to receive the light and converge at least a portion of the light onto the photovoltaic cell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2013
    Assignee: Gatekeeper Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: John C. McKay, Stephen E. Hannah, Jesse M. James
  • Publication number: 20130016027
    Abstract: A Guided Soft Target (GST) system and method provides a versatile test system and methodology for the evaluation of various crash avoidance technologies. This system and method can be used to replicate the pre-crash motions of the CP in a wide variety of crash scenarios while minimizing physical risk, all while consistently providing radar and other sensor signatures substantially identical to that of the item being simulated. The GST system in various example embodiments may comprise a soft target vehicle or pedestrian form removably attached to a programmable, autonomously guided, self-propelled Dynamic Motion Element (DME), which may be operated in connection with a wireless computer network operating on a plurality of complimentary communication networks. Specific DME geometries are provided to minimize ride disturbance and observability by radar and other sensors. Computer controlled DME braking systems are disclosed as well as break-away and retractable antenna systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2012
    Publication date: January 17, 2013
    Applicant: DYNAMIC RESEARCH INC.
    Inventors: Joseph Kelly, Peter Broen, Jordan Silberling, Nenad Bozin, John Zellner
  • Patent number: 8354974
    Abstract: An antenna coupler, which connects an antenna that is drawn in/out on a portable electronic device and has a hollow pipe type lower end, includes a bushing fixed to an interior of a case of the portable electronic device, a rotary support portion sliding in the bushing to be drawn into the interior of the case when the antenna is drawn in and having an upper end portion that is drawn out to outside of the case, a coupling member having an upper end that is inserted into and coupled to an interior of a lower end of the antenna, and a rotary member having an upper side that is screw-engaged with the coupled member and a lower side rotatably coupling to the upper end portion of the rotary support portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 26, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 15, 2013
    Assignee: Ystech Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Yun Seong Kim
  • Patent number: 8350778
    Abstract: A dish antenna adjustment method is performed as follows. A dish antenna angle adjustment apparatus is provided; the dish antenna angle adjustment apparatus having a base member, a first rotation member and a second rotation member. The first rotation member is pivotally connected to the second rotation member, and rotates by a first rotation angle relative to the second rotation member. The second rotation member is pivotally connected to the base member, and rotates by a second rotation angle relative to the base member. A first rotating angle adjustment mechanism is connected to the angle adjustment apparatus of the dish antenna, e.g., the first rotating angle adjustment mechanism connects the first rotation member and the second rotation member. The first rotating angle adjustment mechanism adjusts the first rotation angle between the first and second rotation members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2013
    Assignee: Microelectronics Technology Inc.
    Inventor: Chao Chun Yeh
  • Publication number: 20130002518
    Abstract: An adjusting mechanism of adjusting an angle of an antenna module is disclosed in the present invention. The adjusting mechanism includes a base, a supporter pivotally connected to the base for supporting the antenna module, a connecting component pivoting to the supporter, and a jointing component disposed on the base and slidably inserting into a slot on the connecting component. The connecting component is for pivoting to the supporter and sliding relative to the jointing component along a direction of the slot simultaneously, so as to adjust an angle between the supporter and the base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2011
    Publication date: January 3, 2013
    Inventors: Lan-Chun Yang, Ming-Chan Lee, Hung-Yuan Lin, San-Yi Kuo, Wei-Te Chien
  • Patent number: 8339329
    Abstract: An antenna mount for a satellite antenna comprises an adjustment plate with a first cam slot, a first bracket and a first cam. The first bracket includes a first base, a first sidewall extending from the first base and having a second cam slot aligned with the first cam slot, and a second sidewall extending in parallel with the first sidewall from the first base. The first cam is adapted to attach the adjustment plate to an inner surface of the first sidewall. The first cam includes a first shaft protruding from the first sidewall through the first and second cam slots and rotatable with respect to the first sidewall, and a first disc coupled with the first shaft and adapted to fit within the first cam slot so that the adjustment plate is rotatable with respect to the first sidewall as the first shaft is rotated from the exterior of the first sidewall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2012
    Assignee: Azure Shine International Inc.
    Inventor: Wen-Chao Shen
  • Patent number: 8325102
    Abstract: A single sheet phased array includes a flexible dielectric substrate having a first surface and an oppositely facing second surface, and a first conductive layer on the first surface and a second conductive layer on the second surface. The flexible dielectric substrate, the first conductive layer and the second conductive layer are patterned to form at least one feed network and a plurality of radiators directly coupled to the at least one feed network. Further, the plurality of radiators are pivotable with respect to the flexible dielectric substrate to be positioned in a direction away from the first surface or the second surface of the flexible dielectric substrate when the single sheet phased array is deployed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2012
    Assignee: Raytheon Company
    Inventor: John P. Gianvittorio
  • Patent number: 8319678
    Abstract: An active imaging system for imaging a target is described. The system includes a transmitting unit, a receiving unit, an antenna arrangement coupled to the transmitting unit and/or the receiving unit via a front end unit, and an image processing unit coupled to the receiving unit. The system also includes a control system coupled to the transmitting unit, the receiving unit and/or the image processing unit for controlling operation thereof. The antenna arrangement includes at least one rotating antenna synthetically forming a circular antenna. The image processing unit is configured for creating an image of the object by employing a synthetic aperture radar imaging algorithm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2012
    Assignee: Elta Systems Ltd.
    Inventor: Nathan Weiss
  • Patent number: 8305287
    Abstract: Apparatus for propping a device, comprising a platform, a bracket, a carriage and a backstay. The backstay is rotatable relative to the carriage and to the device. The carriage can be moved in a first direction, which can causes a device to move between a stowed position and a deployed position. Apparatus comprising a rotatable assembly and a device movable between stowed and deployed positions, a center of rotation of the device in the deployed position being at or displaced only substantially vertically from a center of gravity of the rotatable assembly. Apparatus comprising a platform mounting portion, a platform structure rotatably mounted thereon, a duct extending through the platform mounting portion and into a space within the platform structure, whereby fluid can be passed through the duct and into the enclosed space while the platform structure is rotating relative to the mounting portion. Methods of propping a device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2012
    Assignee: Saab Sensis Corporation
    Inventor: Mark Sabatino
  • Patent number: 8305279
    Abstract: A three-axis antenna positioner has an X-Y over azimuth configuration, and includes an azimuth drive assembly, an X-axis drive assembly, and a Y-axis drive assembly. Each drive assembly is independently operable. The azimuth drive assembly imparts 540° azimuthal rotational motion to an antenna about an azimuth axis. The X-axis drive assembly rotates the antenna about a horizontal X-axis at elevation angles between ?90° and +90°. The Y-axis drive assembly rotates the antenna about a Y-axis at elevation complement angles between ?2° and +105°. The azimuth axis, the X-axis, and the Y-axis all intersect at a common intersection point, and are mutually orthogonal. A controller operates each drive assembly so as to minimize antenna tracking velocity and acceleration. Each drive assembly may include dual drives, and may be operated in a bias drive mode to substantially eliminate backlash.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2012
    Inventors: Theodore Young, Stephen W. White, Kevin B. Davis, Joseph H. Fahle, Jeffrey S. Hertig, Richard T. Van Pelt, Earl K. Jones, John L. Schaumann, Cary C. Bedford
  • Patent number: 8305288
    Abstract: An antenna module including a casing, a USB connecting end, an antenna, a key and a moving component is provided. The casing has a terminal end opposite to the USB connecting end and a hole located at the terminal end. The antenna is disposed in the casing near the terminal end. The key disposed in the casing has an enabling portion for enabling the key when being touched. The moving component disposed in the casing includes a contacting member and an actuating member. The contacting member has first and second ends and a pivotal portion. The pivotal portion is pivotally connected to the casing between the first and second ends. The actuating member exposed from the hole is for moving toward the USB connecting end. The first end is driven by the actuating member, so that the second end is rotated around the pivotal portion to touch the enabling portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2012
    Assignee: Arcadyan Technology Corporation
    Inventor: Liang-Wei Chen
  • Publication number: 20120268341
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is a portable antenna window bracket that securely supports a satellite dish or other over the air type antenna outside a window without the need to drill into or make permanent physical attachment to the window or structure surrounding the window. The portable antenna bracket allows an antenna mounted thereon to be positioned beneath the window, thereby maintaining a clear and unobstructed view through the window. An extender is provided with an antenna receiver and a bridge on distal and proximal ends of the extender, respectively, as well as an interior support of the bridge positioned opposite the extender. An extender support is also provided with first and second edges, with the second edge adapted to abut a surface beneath the window, to support antenna weight and stabilize the antenna bracket.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 24, 2012
    Publication date: October 25, 2012
    Inventor: Joshua M. MCDONNELL
  • Patent number: 8274441
    Abstract: Antenna systems include adjustment mechanisms to adjust the position of dish antennas. The adjustment mechanism includes a clip, a bracket, and a cam mechanism. The clip is fixedly coupled to and projects outwardly from a mast. The bracket is pivotally coupled to the mast and is between the stationary clip and cam mechanism. The cam mechanism is pivotally coupled to the clip and positioned to rotate the bracket and the dish antenna as the cam mechanism rotates. The clip is made of a lightweight material to reduce the overall weight of the antenna system to enhance performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2012
    Assignee: EchoStar Technologies L.L.C.
    Inventors: Jason Matthew Fruh, Morgan Haden Kirby
  • Patent number: 8248318
    Abstract: A small antenna system for communications on-the-move (“COTM”) with a geostationary or geosynchronous satellite to and from a land mobile, maritime or airborne vehicle is disclosed. The antenna system provides a robust and simple means of establishing communications with a satellite or remote computer device. Further embodiments of systems and methods of the various aspects of the present invention mitigate RF losses customary in existing horn antennas. Embodiments also facilitate COTM by utilizing novel antenna configurations that tightly integrate RF electronics while dissipating generated heat via an antenna compartment that may be designed to function as or be used in conjunction with a heat sink.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2012
    Assignee: OverHorizon (Cyprus) PLC
    Inventors: Per Wahlberg, Kennet Lejnell
  • Publication number: 20120194407
    Abstract: An antenna coupler, which connects an antenna that is drawn in/out on a portable electronic device and has a hollow pipe type lower end, includes a bushing fixed to an interior of a case of the portable electronic device, a rotary support portion sliding in the bushing to be drawn into the interior of the case when the antenna is drawn in and having an upper end portion that is drawn out to outside of the case, a coupling member having an upper end that is inserted into and coupled to an interior of a lower end of the antenna, and a rotary member having an upper side that is screw-engaged with the coupled member and a lower side rotatably coupling to the upper end portion of the rotary support portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 26, 2012
    Publication date: August 2, 2012
    Applicant: YSTECH CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Yun Seong KIM
  • Patent number: 8215604
    Abstract: An antenna mount is provided for securing an antenna at a conex enclosure. The mount includes a box bracket having a plurality of flanges, a base plate disposable beneath the box bracket, and a tensioner plate disposable beneath the base plate. The box bracket has a top surface with an orifice to receive the antenna. The base plate is securable to the flanges by a first plurality of fasteners. The tensioner plate is securable to the base plate by a second plurality of fasteners. The box bracket forms a sheet metal plate folded to form a box with fore, aft, lateral and top sides.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2012
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Navy
    Inventor: Craig A. Keicher
  • Publication number: 20120146878
    Abstract: An antenna base provided of a hollow support body having a fixed lower portion and an upper portion aligned along a longitudinal axis, the upper portion being adapted to support an antenna and being rotationally mounted on the lower portion to rotate, in use, together with the antenna itself, about the longitudinal axis; the antenna base being further provided with an electric motor, which is adapted to rotate the upper portion and is provided for this purpose with a stator integral with the lower integral and of a rotor integral with the upper portion and coaxial with the longitudinal axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2011
    Publication date: June 14, 2012
    Applicant: Selex Sistemi Integrati S.p.A.
    Inventors: Stefano Pacetti, Lorenzo Piferi, Gianluca Costanesi
  • Patent number: 8184059
    Abstract: Gimbal power systems and methods are operable to provide power to a device attached to the gimbal. An exemplary embodiment is configured to rotate a rotational member of the gimbal system about an axis, wherein a stator of a rotary power transformer affixed to the rotational member rotates about the axis, and wherein an end of an electrical connection coupled to a power connector of a rotor winding of the rotary power transformer remains substantially stationary as the stator of the rotary power transformer rotates about the axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2012
    Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.
    Inventors: Brian P. Bunch, Steve Mowry, Paul Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20120119973
    Abstract: A mount for a movable sensor on a support structure is provided. The sensor is alignable with a sensor target. The mount includes at least two mutually spaced sensor-based bearings, at least two mutually spaced support-structure-based bearings, at least two longitudinally adjustable actuator units arranged between an associated sensor-based bearing and an associated support-structure-based bearing, and a center bearing that is configured to pivotably support the sensor on the support structure about a kinematic center point on at least two spatial axes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 21, 2010
    Publication date: May 17, 2012
    Applicant: EADS Deutschland GmbH
    Inventors: Bernhard Ahring, Horst Christof
  • Patent number: 8174461
    Abstract: A transportable directional antenna system includes an antenna pedestal, a plurality of outriggers, and an earth anchor. The earth anchor can be coupled to a horizontally centered point on the pedestal. Tension can be applied between the earth anchor and the pedestal to substantially preload the outriggers and the surface on which they bear to provide a highly stable antenna.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2012
    Assignee: L-3 Communications, Corp.
    Inventor: Robert Hyrum Smith
  • Patent number: 8159410
    Abstract: A reflective antenna is provided according to one or more embodiments of the invention. In one embodiment, the reflective antenna may include a radome having a fixed orientation within the elevation plane. According to another embodiment, a reflective antenna positioned within the radome. The reflective antenna may include a feedhorn configured to provide electromagnetic energy at an operation frequency. In another embodiment, the reflective antenna may include a reflective surface having multiple electromagnetically loading structures. The reflective surface may be curved in the azimuth plane and configured to reflect the electromagnetic energy relative to at least one focal point. According to another embodiment, the reflective antenna may include a support structure configured to position the feedhorn and reflective surface within the radome in order to angularly steer the electromagnetic energy with respect to the elevation plane.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2012
    Assignee: Communications & Power Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Leslie E. Oliver, Daniel G. Gonzalez
  • Patent number: 8159411
    Abstract: In one aspect, a rotary connector having a longitudinal axis includes a first metal portion including a groove about the longitudinal axis. The rotary connector also includes a second metal portion and a spring disposed in the groove and having metal contact with the first portion and the second portion. One of the first metal portion or the second metal portion is configured to rotate about the longitudinal axis and the other of the first metal portion or the second metal portion is configured to remain substantially rotationally fixed with respect to the longitudinal axis. The rotary connector may be used for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding with antenna pedestals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2012
    Assignee: Raytheon Company
    Inventors: Robert L. Welsh, Stacy E. Davis, Timothy R. Hebert
  • Patent number: 8144073
    Abstract: In one aspect, an antenna pedestal includes a body having an inner cavity. The antenna pedestal includes a portal structure to access the inner cavity of the antenna pedestal. The portal structure also includes a threaded structure disposed around a portal accessing the inner cavity and comprising threads and a cover comprising threads configured to engage the threads of the threaded structure to close the portal. In another aspect, a portal structure to access an inner cavity of a body includes a threaded structure disposed around a portal accessing the inner cavity of the body and a cover that includes threads configured to engage the threads of the threaded structure and configured to be placed over the port to provide electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding when the cover and the threaded structure are screwed together. One or more of the aspects above may be used for EMI shielding in antenna pedestals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2012
    Assignee: Raytheon Company
    Inventors: Robert L. Welsh, Stacy E. Davis, Timothy R. Hebert
  • Patent number: 8130168
    Abstract: The mast (11) of an antenna is pivotally carried by a post (12) by a hinge assembly (13). A pedestal (33) is carried by the post (12) and is adapted to carry a winch (40) having a line (46) with a hook (47) at the end thereof. A hook mount (50) is carried by the mast (11) and is adapted to receive the hook (47) of the winch (40). A locking bracket (56) is carried by the mast (11) and is connected to the pedestal (33) when the mast (11) is positioned adjacent to the post (12). An insulator bar (29) is positioned between the mast (11) and the hinge assembly (13) and the locking bracket (56).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 13, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 6, 2012
    Assignee: PDS Electronics, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul D. Sergi, Edward L. Merical, Christopher R. Cummings
  • Publication number: 20120050132
    Abstract: A multi-directional pivoting antenna includes an antenna case, a pivotal device, and a pivot base. The antenna case is pivotally connected to the pivotal device and can be vertically turned relative to the pivotal device, and the pivotal device is fitted in the pivot base and can be horizontally turned relative to the pivot base. Therefore, when the pivot base of the pivoting antenna is mounted on an electronic device for wireless signal transmission, the pivotal device and the pivot base provide the pivoting antenna with high degrees of freedom, allowing the antenna case to be pivotally turned horizontally and vertically to different angular positions and directions, and making the pivoting antenna very convenient to use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 17, 2011
    Publication date: March 1, 2012
    Inventor: Shin-Ching LEE
  • Publication number: 20120026062
    Abstract: A multi-band antenna including a first antenna portion extending generally in a first plane, a second antenna portion, extending generally in a second plane and a hinged coupling providing coupling between the first antenna portion and the second antenna portion and permitting the second antenna portion to be folded over the first antenna portion such that the first plane and the second plane lie generally parallel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2006
    Publication date: February 2, 2012
    Inventors: Steve Krupa, Gary Wannagot
  • Publication number: 20120019429
    Abstract: A pivotal wireless transmission device comprises a fixing device having a first plane, a second plane and a coupling member coupling the first plane and the second plane; and a radiation conductor having a conduction path extending from one side of the first plane and a feeder point arranged in the conduction path. The present invention enables the radiation conductor to be securely fixed to a display frame. The present invention uses the first plane as the ground plane of the radiation conductor. Thus, both the first plane and the second plane function as the ground planes of the antenna system. Thereby is increased the transmission efficiency of radiation signals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2010
    Publication date: January 26, 2012
    Applicant: ADVANCED CONNECTEK, INC.
    Inventors: Tsung-Wen Chiu, Fu Ren Hsiao
  • Patent number: 8085215
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a base station antenna protection system and the method thereof. The base station antenna protection system receives a wind moving in a direction, and comprises a base station antenna, a sensor, a protective surface and a rotatory device. The sensor is coupled to the base station antenna to detect a deviation of the base station antenna on the direction of the wind. A side of the protective surface is opposite to the base station antenna. The rotatory device is coupled to the protective surface. When the deviation exceeds a predetermined value, the rotatory device rotates the protective surface to cause another side of the protective surface to be opposite to the wind.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2011
    Assignee: Inventec Appliances Corp.
    Inventor: Fan Li
  • Patent number: 8081132
    Abstract: A wideband antenna for receiving digital television signals includes a substrate, a radiating plate, a first radiating element, and a second radiating element. The radiating plate is formed on the substrate and the radiating plate has a first radiating area, a second radiating area and a slit formed between the first and the second radiating areas. The first and the second radiating elements are pivotedly connected to the radiating plate. The first radiating element and the second radiating element are constructed as a dipole antenna structure of the antenna so as to excite a first resonant mode. The radiating plate also acts as a matching circuit thereon so as to excite a second resonant mode. The center frequency of the second resonant mode is shifted toward the center frequency of the first resonant mode with the incorporation of the radiating plate so that the antenna has a wideband characteristic.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2011
    Assignees: Silitek Electronic (Guangzhou) Co., Ltd., Lite-On Technology Corporation
    Inventor: Saou-Wen Su
  • Patent number: 8081139
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2011
    Assignee: DISH Network L.L.C.
    Inventors: Jason S. Schmidt, David Lettkeman, Eric Bolze
  • Publication number: 20110304518
    Abstract: A mounting assembly for an antenna includes a mounting foot, an antenna mast, and two mast positioning components. The foot includes a base that can be attached to a mounting structure, and two opposing sidewall flanges extending from the base. Each sidewall flange has a respective slot formed therein. The antenna mast has a proximal end pivotally coupled to the foot between the sidewall flanges. The first mast positioning component is coupled between the sidewall flanges, it is movable within the slots, and it provides a first adjustable support structure for the antenna mast. The second mast positioning component is coupled between the sidewall flanges, it is movable within the slots, and it provides a second adjustable support structure for the antenna mast.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2010
    Publication date: December 15, 2011
    Applicant: ECHOSTAR TECHNOLOGIES LLC
    Inventor: Jason Fruh
  • Publication number: 20110298686
    Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for enabling installation of antennas in a cost effective and efficient manner. The methods and systems disclosed herein provide a hollow pole and an elevating mechanism, wherein the elevating mechanism can be used to position antenna equipment located in one or more capsules attached to the elevating mechanism. The antenna equipment may be attached to a removable power source located in the capsule or to a non-removable power source located at the base of the hollow pole. Additionally, the antenna equipment may also be attached to communications equipment adapted to communicate with one or more communications networks. In an embodiment disclosed herein, the capsules may be adapted to rotate around a one or more axis in response to received commands and/or in accordance with instructions stored on a memory module attached to the capsules.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2010
    Publication date: December 8, 2011
    Applicant: Qwest Communications International Inc.
    Inventor: Charles I. Cook
  • Patent number: 8068062
    Abstract: A low power, lightweight, collapsible and rugged antenna positioner for use in communicating with geostationary, geosynchronous and low earth orbit satellite. By collapsing, invention may be easily carried or shipped in a compact container. May be used in remote locations with simple or automated setup and orientation. Azimuth is adjusted by rotating an antenna in relation to a positioner base and elevation is adjusted by rotating an elevation motor coupled with the antenna. Manual orientation of antenna for linear polarized satellites yields lower weight and power usage. Updates ephemeris or TLE data via satellite. Algorithms used for search including Clarke Belt fallback, transponder/beacon searching switch, azimuth priority searching and tracking including uneven re-peak scheduling yield lower power usage. Orientation aid via user interface allows for smaller azimuth motor, simplifies wiring and lowers weight. Tilt compensation, bump detection and failure contingency provide robustness.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2011
    Assignees: GBS Positioner, LLC., AntennaSys, Inc.
    Inventors: Spencer Webb, David Martin
  • Publication number: 20110285605
    Abstract: An antenna attachment arrangement (2) comprising first and second separate attachment points (4, 6) for an antenna (8) is provided. The first and second attachment points (4, 6) each comprise an attachment device and a clamping device removably attached to the attachment device. The clamping devices are arranged for attachment to an antenna (8) or a fastening arrangement of an antenna (8). There area at least two selectable positions for the antenna (8). There is also provided a module (30) for carrying an antenna (8) of a telecommunication system, comprising a substantially vertically extending central arrangement (32) and an antenna attachment arrangement (2).
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2010
    Publication date: November 24, 2011
    Applicant: TELEFONAKTIEBOLAGET LM ERICSSON (PUBL)
    Inventor: Jan Angseryd
  • Publication number: 20110279346
    Abstract: A mobile terminal designed to enable an antenna stored in the housing to be easily taken out. In this mobile terminal, the antenna (104) comprises an antenna base part (201) and an antenna extending part (202) which extends from the antenna base (201). A first antenna storing area (105) is provided in the first housing (101) and stores the antenna base (201). A second antenna storing area (106) is provided in the first housing (101) and stores the antenna extending part (202). A cavity (107) is provided between the first antenna storing area (105) and the second antenna storing area (106) of the first housing (101).
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 24, 2009
    Publication date: November 17, 2011
    Applicant: PANASONIC CORPORATION
    Inventor: Kazunori Kouno
  • Patent number: 8052107
    Abstract: The present invention provides a satellite receiver comprising a base, a rotation stand, an adjusting mechanism, and a positioning device. The base has an axis aperture and a first slot. The rotation stand is rotatably attached to the base through the axis aperture. The adjusting mechanism has a connection end and an adjusting end. The connection end is coupled with the rotation stand and is movable together with the upper stand to generate displacement relative to the base. The positioning device is coupled with the adjusting end and passes through the first slot. When the upper stand rotates relatively to the base, the adjusting mechanism drives the positioning device to move along the first slot. The first slot limits the angular rotation of the rotation stand and the positioning device and selectively constrains the relative displacement between the connecting unit and the base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2011
    Assignee: Wistron Neweb Corp.
    Inventors: Lan-Chun Yang, Hung-Yuan Lin
  • Patent number: 8040290
    Abstract: An exemplary mounting bracket for a satellite dish antenna includes a mounting base, a first frame and a second frame. The first frame includes a pivoting portion at one end thereof. The pivoting portion is pivoted to one side of the mounting base so that the pivoting portion is capable of rotating from a horizontal position to a vertical position. The second frame includes a pivoting portion at one end thereof. The pivoting portion is pivoted to another opposite side of the mounting base so that the pivoting portion being capable of rotating from a horizontal position to a vertical position. The mounting bracket can be changed from the extending state to the folding state. The mounting bracket in the extending state can be mounted on a plane. The mounting bracket in the folding state can be mounted on various objects by cooperating with various fixing devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 18, 2011
    Assignee: Janky Technology Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Hung Yi Kang, Hung Jui Kang