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Method and apparatus for beamforming

US9590744B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 30, 2013
Grant dateMar 7, 2017
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Expiry dateSep 30, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04K2203/34
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An example method of tactical communication is provided. The method includes receiving information indicating a tactical situation associated with a target area. The tactical situation is one of a missile in-flight, an eavesdropper, a signal jammer, and a transceiver located in a zone of interest. The method further includes performing a beamforming process including instructing transmission of a plurality of signaling beams from one or more transmitters toward the target area. The tactical situation may be associated with a foe and the plurality of signaling beams generate interference inhibiting communication with by the foe. The tactical situation may be associated with a friend and the plurality of signaling beams generate decodable signal for enhancing communication with the friend.

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