Integrated external antenna
US8138978B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 11, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 20, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 1, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01Q1/1207
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An antenna system for an electronic device enables the device to communicate via numerous wireless communication protocols, such as wireless broadband communication protocols. The antenna is able to extend from the body of the electronic device in order to meet efficiency and specific absorption rate requirements, while retracting into the footprint of the device when not in use. The antenna is easily disassembled and reassembled from the device without the use of tools, and may automatically disassemble from the device in order to avoid sustaining damage or exposing a user to excessive electromagnetic radiation.
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