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Radio frequency antenna array with spacing element

US10186750B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 14, 2012
Grant dateJan 22, 2019
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Expiry dateFeb 14, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01Q21/24
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A spacing member is positioned between a pair of antenna members. The two antenna members may be horizontally polarized or vertically polarized and positioned next to each other to provide an increased gain. The spacing element may be placed between the antenna members and have a thickness corresponding to the characteristic impedance of the antenna transmission line. The characteristic impedance may be determined based on the width of the transmission line. The spacing member may be radio-frequency (RF) transparent and may adhere to either or both of the antenna elements. The spacing member may be implemented as a plastic double sided tape or a uniform piece of plastic having one or more adhesive layers.

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