Tri-fin TCAS antenna
US9019161B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 21, 2012 |
| Grant date | Apr 28, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 30, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01Q21/205
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A low drag TCAS antenna includes a plurality of broadband antenna elements in a housing having at least three fins. L band radios in the aircraft may utilize the broadband antenna elements, thereby reducing power consumption, cost and aerodynamic inefficiency due to a plurality of antennas protruding from the aircraft.
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