Abstract: An antenna for a Radio-Frequency IDentification (RFID) system is disclosed that comprises a resonant structure, an RFID load element, and a floating coupling element. One of the two terminals of the RFID load element is connected directly to the resonant structure, and the other terminal is connected to the floating coupling element. The floating coupling element is electrically isolated from the resonant structure; its presence provides an improved impedance match to the RFID load element.

Abstract: An exemplary wireless communication device includes a circuit board, a metal end portion, an antenna, and a connecting member. The antenna is positioned on the circuit board. The connecting member interconnects the circuit board and the end portion. The connecting member serves as a feeding point of the antenna. The end portion is a portion of a housing of the wireless communication device and further serves as a radiating portion of the antenna.

Abstract: An antenna has a radiator formed entirely of thin film and adapted to receive and transmit radio-frequency signals, a connector also formed of thin film and adapted for connection to a transmitter, and a fuse formed of the same thin film as the radiator and connector and connected therebetween. The fuse is of a narrower width than the antenna and connector parts and so dimensioned as to melt if a radio-frequency signal greater than a predetermined magnitude is transmitted through it from the connector part to the radiator part.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, a data sending and receiving terminal includes a first body, a second body connected to the first body, the second body forming an opening and closing mechanism for the first body, a plurality of first antennas embedded in the first body, and a plurality of second antennas embedded in the second body. According to another embodiment, a method of configuring a data sending and receiving terminal having a first body and a second body is disclosed. The method includes: embedding a plurality of first antennas in the first body; embedding a plurality of second antennas in the second body; and coupling the first body and the second body such that the second body has an open state and a closed state relative to the first body.

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.

Abstract: A circuit-board mountable antenna (50, 80, 90) has a substrate (12,14) compliant with the IPC/JEDEC J-STD_0202C and IEC-norm standard 60068, which specifies the spacing and pin arrangements for a printed circuit board (PCB) mountable connector commonly known in the automotive electronic art as a “FAKRA” or “Fakra.” A radio frequency (RF) energy transducer or antenna (54) is applied to or formed over the substrate (12, 14) which is provided with at least one mounting pin (16) and a signal lead (18), the spacing and locations of which are compliant with the Fakra ISO-compliant hole pattern. The antennae (50, 80, 90) thus provide a circuit board (70) mountable antenna, compliant with the Fakra standard. The Fakra-compliant antenna or a Fakra-compliant connector can be attached to the circuit board (70) for a communications device (100) at the time of assembly to enable the communications device to use either a concealed or concealable antenna or an external antenna.

Abstract: An antenna feeding network, including at least one antenna feeding line, each antenna feeding line comprising a coaxial line having a central inner conductor and a surrounding outer conductor. The outer conductor (4) is made of an elongated tubular compartment (5) having an elongated opening (6) along one side of the compartment (5), and that the inner conductor (3) is suspended within the tubular compartment (5) by means of dielectric support means (7).

Abstract: An electromagnetic wave data transceiver device suitable for installation on a post, including an antenna, and an electronic module connected to the antenna and suitable to send and receive data by way of electromagnetic wave signals transduced by the antenna. The antenna is formed in a flexible band which may be curved in the longitudinal direction thereof, passing from an open position in which the flexible band is open at one end leaving an opening for the lateral passage of a post to a closed position in which the flexible band embraces a cylindrical form. The device also includes a closure for setting the closed position of the flexible band. Also, a system formed by a plurality of the transceiver devices installed on vertical portions of posts.

Abstract: In some embodiments, systems and methods according to the presentation use RFID signaling to detect patch cord connections in a patch panel, and also to provide visible indicators to technicians making moves, adds, or changes to patch cord connections. In one embodiment, the present invention includes a series of RFID antennae combined into an antenna array and mounted on an add-on adapter, which in turn may be mounted on corresponding telecommunication equipment.

Abstract: A radio frequency signal transmission system is provided which includes a radio frequency signal transmission connector including an antenna for radiating a radio frequency signal having a predetermined frequency band, and a first dielectric body made of a material having a predetermined first permittivity and having the antenna cast therein, and a radio frequency signal transmission cable including a dielectric transmission path formed of a second dielectric body made of a material having substantially the same second permittivity as the first permittivity of the first dielectric body of the radio frequency signal transmission connector. The radio frequency signal transmission connector is connected with the radio frequency signal transmission cable thereby to form a radio frequency signal transmission path through which the radio frequency signal radiated from the antenna is transmitted to the dielectric transmission path via the first dielectric body.

Abstract: A dynamically-reconfigurable antenna having a microstrip patchwork radiating surface wherein individual radiating patches can be connected to and disconnected from each other via photoconductive interconnections between the radiating patches. Commands from software alternately turn light from light emitting sources on or off, the light or lack thereof being channeled from an underside layer of the antenna so as to enable or disable the photoconductive interconnections. The resultant connection or disconnection of the radiating patches will vary the antenna's frequency, bandwidth, and beam pointing.

Abstract: An information processing apparatus, includes: a first connector that attaches a portable module incorporating an antenna; and a first antenna that transmits and receives a signal to/from the antenna; wherein when the portable module is attached to the first connector, the first antenna is fixed at a position on a substrate which is opposed to the antenna, and the first antenna is connected to a second antenna having a gain larger than a gain of the first antenna.

Abstract: An antenna includes a flexible film substrate having a signal element and a ground element. A signal contact is mounted to the flexible film substrate. The signal contact is electrically connected to the signal element by a compression connection and the signal contact includes a wire termination configured to be terminated to a center conductor of a coaxial cable. A ground contact is mounted to the flexible film substrate. The ground contact is electrically connected to the ground element by a compression connection and includes a wire termination configured to be terminated to a cable braid of the coaxial cable.

Abstract: A microwave antenna assembly is disclosed. The antenna assembly includes a feedline having an inner conductor, an outer conductor and an inner insulator disposed therebetween and a radiating portion including a dipole antenna coupled to the feedline and a trocar coupled to the dipole antenna at a distal end thereof. The antenna assembly also includes a slidable outer jacket disposed about the radiating portion and the feedline. The slidable outer jacket being configured to slide about at least one of the radiating portion and the feedline from a closed configuration, in which the slidable outer jacket is mated with the trocar and a retracted configuration, in which the slidable outer jacket is retracted in a proximally exposing at least a portion the radiating portion.

Abstract: An antenna capable of receiving both left-hand circularly polarized (LHCP) signals and right-hand circularly polarized (RHCP) signals, and outputting both signals on a single feed. The antenna includes two coplanar concentric patches. The inner patch is substantially square. The outer patch surrounds the inner patch to define a gap therebetween. A resonant parallel inductive/LC circuit interconnects the two patches. The circuit includes a plurality of printed traces within the gap and interconnecting the concentric patches. The gap and each trace function as an LC circuit.

Abstract: Disclosed are apparatus and methodology for providing improved signal radiation from an Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) endpoint module. A two-part coupler is provided, with one part thereof affixed to a printed circuit board (PCB) which hosts components of an endpoint module including a transmitter to which, via the two-part coupler, various antenna may be selectively connected to improve signal radiation from the module. The antenna coupling system provides a selection of various antennae including some directly connected to a component of the two-part coupler and others connected remotely to the two-part coupler by way of a cable.

Abstract: Connectors for electronic devices are provided with embedded antennas. The connectors may be 30-pin connectors. A 30-pin connector may have a conductive shell structure that defines a cavity and a planar dielectric member that extends into the cavity and that has contact pins. An antenna may be formed from an antenna resonating element on the planar dielectric member and an antenna ground formed from the conductive shell structure. An antenna may be formed from a slot in the conductive shell. The antenna and the pins may be electrically coupled to an electronic device using a cable.

Abstract: An antenna unit includes an antenna substrate, a reflective plate, a receiver board, a transmitter board, a cooling plate and a connection interface. The reflective plate is disposed on an antenna element forming surface of the antenna substrate. The receiver board is disposed on a surface of the antenna substrate opposite to a surface facing the reflective plate, and has a receiver module to process a received signal . The transmitter board is disposed substantially parallel to a surface of the receiver board opposite to a surface facing the antenna substrate, and has a transmitter module to process a transmission signal. The cooling plate is disposed on a surface of the transmitter board opposite to the surface facing the receiver board and is configured to cool down heat generated by the transmitter module. The connection interface connects the transmitter board and the receiver board to transmit a signal therebetween.

Abstract: An antenna assembly is disclosed. The antenna assembly comprises an antenna that includes a radiating element formed on the first major surface of a substrate and connection mechanism for connecting the antenna to an unsevered midspan section of adhesive backed RF distribution cable.

Abstract: An antenna having a high design freedom, a wide bandwidth characteristic, and a high efficiency characteristic, and a wireless communication device equipped therewith, are provided. The antenna includes at least first and second radiation electrodes and a feeding electrode that faces each of the radiation electrodes such that capacitance occurs between each of the radiation electrodes and the feeding electrode. Each of the radiation electrodes includes a first end portion thereof connected to a ground electrode and a second end portion open, and is capacitively fed by the feeding electrode.

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.

Abstract: A shock- and moisture-resistant connector assembly includes a first component, a second component, and an antenna. The first component has an end fitted with an adapter. A non-annular fastener is mounted around a connecting section of the adapter for tightly fastening the second component inserted in the first component. The second component is provided therein with at least one watertight O-ring which, after the first and second components are assembled, furnishes moisture and shock resistance to a coaxial cable passing through the second component. The antenna includes a dielectric spacer externally mounted with a coupling element and having an end formed as a shaft. A plastic washer, a wave washer, and a positioning washer are sequentially mounted around the shaft such that the entire assembled antenna has sufficient frictional resistance to maintain restrained displacement during a fine-tuning operation.

Abstract: A low noise block down-converter with integrated feed (LNBF) capable of being quickly assembled is disclosed, which includes an LNBF main body, a connection portion including at least one LNBF locating hole, a support arm including at least one support arm locating hole, a holder disposed on the support arm including a first holding hole and a second holding hole, an auxiliary shaft including at least one locating protrusion, a spring including a spring body, a first spring arm, a second spring arm, and a pivot for connecting the auxiliary shaft and the spring to the holder, wherein the at least one locating protrusion passes the at least one support arm locating hole and the at least one LNBF locating hole to fix relative position between connection portion and the support arm, and the spring positions the at least one locating protrusion in an engaging state with elastic restoring force.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a wireless receiver is disclosed. The method includes the steps of: providing a metallic casing having an accommodating space with both opposite ends thereof and having an front opening and a rear opening in communication with the accommodating space; forming a positioning base having a mounting trough by joining to the accommodating space of the metallic casing, the mounting trough being in communication with the accommodating space and rear opening; providing a receiving module, assembling the receiving module in the accommodating space, the receiving module being fixed by inserting it into the mounting trough via the rear opening; and providing a housing, assembling the housing to the rear opening, the housing sealing the rear opening to block the receiving module from sliding out of the rear opening. Therefore, the whole size of the wireless receiver can be reduced.

Abstract: A digital mobile TV transceiver having improved performance is integrated as a USB dongle device for wireless devices. The antenna is not readily obvious to the user as it is hidden in the swing arms and cap of the device. The extendable arms act as telescoping antenna that increase the antenna length for improved antenna performance in the frequency range of 700 to 780 MHz. The antenna can swing into a position away from the body of the device, greatly improving the antenna gain performance and its radiation patterns. In addition, the antenna can be top-loaded design with dielectrics in the cap to further improve its performance. The USB transceiver comprises a USB adaptor, a retractable antenna, and a cap for protecting the USB adaptor when the antenna is retracted. The adaptor, antenna and cap lie in a plane rotatable by 360 degrees.

Abstract: A connector apparatus with transmitting and receiving signals function includes a base body, an antenna structure, and a wireless transceiver module. The base body includes a platform. The platform includes a assembling part. The assembling part includes a plurality of conductive pins. The conductive pins are extended to the outside of the platform to be electrically connected to a mainboard of an electronic device. The base body includes a side pillar which is at one side of the platform and connected to the antenna structure. The wireless transceiver module inserts into the assembling part of the base body. The antenna structure is in the outside of a housing of the electronic device. The angle between the side pillar and the antenna structure is adjustable to receive or transmit wireless signals. Moreover, the antenna structure is folded into the housing if the antenna structure is not used.

Abstract: This invention provides an improved antenna structure comprising a connecting unit having a connector, a lightning rod, and a signal transmission section. The two ends of the connector has the first and second connecting sections, with the signal transmission section extending out the first and second connecting sections; and a connecting unit connecting to the antenna unit, which contains at least an antenna board fixed to the first connecting section and the signal transmission section, and a set of housing installed at the outer section of the antenna board and connecting to the connector. Through this, the lightning rod, connecting unit, and antenna unit can be integrated together and the effectiveness of simple structure, ease to assemble, and lowered manufacturing cost can be achieved.

Abstract: A high isolation multi-band monopole antenna that can be used in connection with MIMO systems is provided. The antenna can include various components to prevent band to band coupling and provide isolation from neighboring antennas.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an antenna arrangement, an electronic communication device and an electronic communication set. By using a parallel plate type antenna for coupling between two electronic communication devices, high speed data transfer between the electronic communication devices as well as wireless energy charging of at least one of the two electronic communication devices, can be provided.

Abstract: An antenna system is provided. The antenna system includes a ground plane, an antenna, a feed cable, a cable connector, and an antenna connector. The ground plane has a first ground side and a second ground side. The antenna operates on the first ground side of the ground plane. The feed cable has a center conductor that is configured to transmit signals to and receive signals from the antenna. The cable connector couples the feed cable with the second ground side of the ground plane. The center conductor of the feed cable is electrically isolated from the ground plane and electrically coupled with the antenna connector. The antenna connector electrically couples the center conductor with the antenna. The antenna connector is connected to the center conductor and the feed cable is substantially parallel to the ground plane from the antenna connector to the cable connector.

Abstract: A headset antenna and a connector for the same are provided. The headset antenna includes an audio signal line, an antenna and a high impedance element in specified application frequency ranges. The audio signal line is adapted for transmitting an audio signal and the antenna is adapted for receiving an RF signal. The high impedance element is disposed on a transmission path of the audio signal and generates a high impedance at a specified frequency band of the RF signal, so that the audio signal line is equivalent to an open circuit and the antenna obtains a better receiving capability.

Abstract: A composite antenna apparatus is disclosed. A rod member accommodates a first antenna element and a second antenna element therein. A base member accommodates a circuit board therein. A connector couples an end portion of the rod member and the base member. The connector includes a first conductive member configured to transmit a first signal received by the first antenna element to the circuit board therethrough, and a second conductive member configured to transmit a second signal received by the second antenna element to the circuit board therethrough.

Abstract: A data card with a USB plug (207) includes a housing (201) and a cap (203). A data card antenna (205) is disposed in the cap. The cap further has at least one cap wing (209) extending from an opening of the cap. A cap antenna contact (211) is provided on the cap wing. The cap antenna contact is electrically connected with the antenna in the cap. A housing antenna contact (213) is provided on an end portion of the housing. The housing antenna contact is electrically connected with a circuit in the housing. When the cap is relatively fixed to a bottom end of the housing, the cap antenna contact is electrically connected with the housing antenna contact. The disposition of the antenna in the cap reduces a body size of the data card, and therefore reduces a size of the entire data card.

Abstract: An electrical connector assembly (100) with antenna function comprising: a PCB (50) comprising a feeding circuit and a grounding circuit; an electrical connector (20) installed on the PCB comprising a metal shell (21) electrically connecting to the grounding circuit; a metal patch (30) connecting to the metal shell comprising a radiating element (33) and a connecting element (31); the radiating element electrical connecting to the feeding circuit; the connecting element connecting the radiating element and the metal shell; the radiating element, the connecting element, and the metal shell forming an antenna that serves as a medium for transmission and reception of electromagnetic signals.

Abstract: An antenna and method of forming an antenna from first and second planar substrates having antenna elements engaged thereto adapted to transmit and/or receive a desired RF frequency. Notches in some of the substrates engage traversing substrates to form an array with horizontally and vertically disposed antenna elements all in an electrical communication with electrical pathways on the rear surface of one or both of the first and second planar surfaces.

Abstract: Circuits, methods, and apparatus for adapters and docking stations that include one or more of the following: reradiating antennas to enhance wireless signal integrity, inductive charging circuits, and wireless or optical data links. The adapters may be inserts for use in a docking station, adapters for a cable connection, or other type of device. One example provides an adapter that includes a reradiating antenna. In other examples, passive coupling is used to charge a rechargeable battery in the handheld device. Other examples include wireless or optical circuits for faster data transmission.

Abstract: An antenna subsystem includes an antenna and a radio frequency (RF) feed structure. The antenna subsystem includes a signal layer, a ground plane layer, and a middle layer arranged therebetween. The RF feed includes a substrate, a port, and a conductive layer. The port is arranged and configured for selective coupling with a transmission line. A conductive layer includes a first portion electrically connected to the port, which transfers an RF signal between the transmission line and a signal layer. The conductive layer also includes a second portion electrically connected to the port, which electrically couples a ground conductor of the transmission line to the ground plane.

Abstract: This invention refers to an antenna contacting assembly which allows electrical connection of an antenna element to the RF module of a wireless device when very little space is available on the side of the PCB underneath the antenna element. The antenna contacting assembly provides electrical contact between a first conducting surface and a second conducting surface by engaging in traction mode said first conducting surface with said second conducting surface. Further the invention refers to an antenna system provided with such antenna contacting assembly and the corresponding wireless device with an antenna system provided with such antenna contacting assembly.

Abstract: A USB connector device for an antenna has a first cable, a receiver, a second cable and a USB connector. The first cable has an end connected to the receiver. The second cable has two ends respectively connected to the receiver and the USB connector. Because the receiver and the USB connector are combined in a series-connection way, the series-connection design can compact the structure of the USB connector device for an antenna in accordance with the present invention and reduce redundant cables, and it occupies a single one USB slot of the computer only. The USB connector device is very useful and convenient in use.

Abstract: An antenna including one or more IC bond bands configured to connect to a signal port on an IC, one or more substrate bond pads, a bond wire antenna (BWA) connected between the one or more IC bond bands and the substrate bond pads, and a resonant cavity adjacent the one or more substrate bond pads.

Abstract: A portable DGPS navigation apparatus is provided. The apparatus includes a receiver assembly and a DGPS antenna assembly. The receiver assembly includes a GNSS antenna, a GNSS receiver, and a DGPS modem. The DGPS antenna assembly includes a DGPS antenna; a top connector for coupling the DGPS antenna assembly to the receiver assembly such that the receiver assembly and DGPS antenna assembly are aligned with a geodetic pole, and a bottom connecter.

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.

Abstract: In accordance with an embodiment, a radio frequency transition system includes a stripline trace section with openings in ground planes and forms a quarter wavelength resonator and an electromagnetic mechanism to couple the RF energy from the stripline trace section to a connector, wherein the RF signal energy is transferred from inside a beam forming network printed wiring board to an a back side of a phased array antenna system with minimal RF losses. An RF transition system is disclosed. The RF transition system comprises a stripline trace section with openings in ground planes and forms a quarter-wavelength resonator. The RF transition system further includes an electromagnetic mechanism to couple the RF energy from the stripline trace section to a connector. The RF signal energy is transferred from inside a beam forming network printed wiring board to an a back side of a phased array antenna system with minimal RF losses.

Abstract: An electrical connector assembly (100) with antenna function comprising: an electrical connector (20) comprising a metal shell (21); a metal patch (30) connecting to the metal shell (20) and comprising a radiating element (32) and a connecting element (31); the connecting element connecting to the metal shell that serve as a grounding element; the radiating element, the connecting element, and the metal shell forming an antenna that serves as a medium for transmission and reception of electromagnetic signals.

Abstract: An antenna module is disclosed, including a housing, an antenna disposed through the housing, a first member fixed to the housing, and a fastener. The housing comprises a flexible cantilever having a nub engaged in a through hole of the antenna. The fastener is disposed through first member and fixed to the antenna.

Abstract: A portable device includes a main body and an antenna mounted on the main body. The main body includes a printed circuit board (PCB). A first guide pole and a second guide pole are configured on the PCB. The antenna includes a first conductor portion, a second conductor portion and an insulated portion. The first conductor portion includes a first connecting end electrically connected to the PCB via the first guide pole. The first connecting end acts as a feed portion of the antenna. The second conductor portion is disposed between the first conductor portion and the PCB and includes a second connecting end electrically connected to the PCB via the second guide pole. The insulated portion is sandwiched between the first conductor portion and the second conductor portion to insulate the first conductor portion from the second conductor portion.

Abstract: An antenna apparatus is disclosed. A circuit board has a first face, a second face opposite to the first face, and an edge formed with a notch connecting the first face and the second face. A circuit is arranged on the first face. An antenna element is configured to receive radio waves. A connecting member includes a first part coupled to the antenna element at a position opposing the second face and a second part fitted with the notch and elastically connected to the circuit.

Abstract: A connection structure which electrically connects a connection terminal of an antenna element mounted on a mounting plate to a connection terminal of a coaxial cable connector mounted on the mounting plate, includes a plate-shaped electric connection member which includes an element connection end part electrically connected to the connection terminal of the antenna element and a cable connector connection end part extending away from the element connection end part and having a tapered shape. The connection structure further includes a bar-shaped electric connection member which extends along the cable connector connection end part of the plate-shaped electric connection member and which is electrically connected to the cable connector connection end part. Both the cable connector connection end part of the plate-shaped electric connection member and the bar-shaped electric connection member are electrically connected to the connection terminal of the coaxial cable connector.

Abstract: There is provided a less fragile feeding apparatus for an antenna that can be fitted to clothing. The feeding apparatus uses a coaxial cable for feeding. A center conductor of the coaxial cable is connected to a first radiating element in terms of alternating current at least through capacitive coupling, and an outer conductor of the coaxial cable is connected to a second radiating element in terms of alternating current at least through capacitive coupling.

Abstract: An electronic apparatus includes: a first molded body; a second molded body which composes a housing with the first molded body; a first conductive pattern provided on an outer surface of the first molded body; a second conductive pattern provided in the housing; and a first conductive pin. The first conductive pin passes through the first molded body and connects the first conductive pattern and the second conductive pattern.