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Compactable RF membrane antenna

US10651531B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 28, 2017
Grant dateMay 12, 2020
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Expiry dateFeb 28, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64G1/2227
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Exemplary embodiments are described herein for compactable antennas. Exemplary compactable antennas include a support structure and a reflector surface. The support structure may directly or indirectly define the reflector shape. Exemplary embodiments comprise deployable support structures to permit the compactable antenna to have a smaller volume stowed configuration and a larger volume deployed configuration.

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