Launch assembly for coupling EM signals between a CCU and a waveguide, where the CCU is enclosed by a cover region including transition and waveguide interface regions therein for coupling to the waveguide
US10720689B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 20, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jul 21, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 1, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04B5/20
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Conduit structures for guiding extremely high frequency (EHF) signals are disclosed herein. The conduit structures can include EHF containment channels that define EHF signal pathways through which EHF signal energy is directed. The conduit structures can minimize or eliminate crosstalk among adjacent paths within a device and across devices. Launch structures that interface with waveguides are also disclosed herein. Launch structures can control the EHF interface impedance between a contactless communication unit and the waveguide. Waveguide structures discussed herein are designed to provide maximum bandwidth with minimal jitter over a desired distance.
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