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Multi-functional CRLH antenna device

US8803739B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 2, 2011
Grant dateAug 12, 2014
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Expiry dateAug 6, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49018
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

This application relates to a multi-functional Composite Right and Left Handed CRLH antenna device. A conductive element of a wireless device is incorporated into the antenna structure for reuse. In one embodiment a peripheral feature, such as a key dome, is incorporated into the antenna device. In this way, the antenna structure includes portions which are multi-functional.

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