Methods and apparatus for coupling an electromagnetic wave onto a transmission medium
US10454151B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 17, 2017 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 2, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04B2203/5491
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Aspects of the subject disclosure may include, a coupler having a base for coupling to a transmission medium, and a plurality of members extending from the base. A distal end of each member of the plurality of members can be separated from an outer surface of the transmission medium. A transmitter coupled to the base can facilitate transmission of signals via the plurality of members. The transmission of signals can induce electromagnetic waves that propagate along the transmission medium without requiring an electrical return path. Other embodiments are disclosed.
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