Random, sequential, or simultaneous multi-beam circular antenna array and beam forming networks with up to 360° coverage
US12395204B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 3, 2023 |
| Grant date | Aug 19, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 3, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04B7/0617
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A beam forming network system includes a first beam forming network having first and second ports, in which each of the first ports is operatively coupled to an antenna element; and a second beam forming network including third and fourth ports, in which each of the third ports is operatively coupled to one of the second ports using at least one of a phase shifter, attenuator, power divider, and/or hybrid coupler. A method of beam forming includes coupling each of the first ports associated with a first beam forming network operatively to one antenna element, and coupling each of the third ports associated with a second beam forming network operatively to one of the second ports associated with the first beam forming network using at least one of a phase shifter, attenuator, power divider, and/or hybrid coupler.
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