Apparatus and method for launching electromagnetic waves and for modifying radial dimensions of the propagating electromagnetic waves
US9917341B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 27, 2015 |
| Grant date | Mar 13, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 2, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04B3/36
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Aspects of the subject disclosure may include, for example, a system for receiving a communication signal, generating an electromagnetic wave from the communication signal, and inducing the electromagnetic wave on a portion of a transmission medium having an insulation layer with a tapered end covering at least part of a conductor. Other embodiments are disclosed.
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