МАЧТА НЕСИММЕТРИЧНОГО ВИБРАТОРА С НИЗКИМ ВИЗУАЛЬНЫМ ЭФФЕКТОМ ДЛЯ БЕСПРОВОДНОЙ СВЯЗИ

... 1. Система антенн, содержащая мачту несимметричного вибратора, имеющую окружность, множество первых антенн, каждая из которых включает в себя по меньшей мере один первый излучающий элемент, обеспечивающий излучение первой диаграммы направленности антенны, множество вторых антенн, каждая из которых включает в себя по меньшей мере один второй излучающий элемент, обеспечивающий излучение второй диаграммы направленности антенны, причем множество первых антенн и множество вторых антенн расположены последовательно по окружности мачты несимметричного вибратора, первую схему питания, включающую в себя множество первых фазовращателей, электрически связанных с первыми излучающими элементами, причем первая схема питания обеспечивает изменение направления основного луча первой диаграммы направленности антенны, и вторую схему питания, включающую в себя множество вторых фазовращателей, электрически связанных с вторыми излучающими элементами, причем вторая схема питания обеспечивает изменение направления ...

Магнитная антенна - индукционный кабелеискатель

Изобретение относится к измерительной технике и может быть использовано для отыскания мест повреждения кабеля и трасс его прокладки. Цель изобретения - повышение точности обнаружения мест повреждения и трасс прокладки кабелей, а также расширение функциональных возможностей путем обнаружения мест пробоя жил кабеля на его оболочку. Напряжение с магниточувствительного элемента 2 синхронно с возбуждением тока в обмотке 3 под- ключается коммутатором 8 через интеграторы 11 и 12 то к одному входу дифференциального усилителя 14, то к другому Показания индикатора б с отклонением в ту или другую сторону от среднего положения позволяет фиксировать место пробоя жил кабеля на оболочку 1 ил.

Kommunikationsmodul mit ausfahrbarer Antenne und zugehöriges Verfahren

Antenne mit benachbarten, insbesondere zur Beleuchtung des Antennenmastes dienenden Starkstromleitungen

Radioantenne

Radiation absorber for a radio frequency device

ANTENNA WITH SIGNALLING DEVICE

Improvements in and relating to lighting systems

... 434,857. Supply systems for consuming devices. BRITISH THOMSON-HOUSTON CO., Ltd., Crown House, Aldwych, London. Oct. 27, 1934, No. 30883. Convention date, Oct. 28, 1933. [Class 38 (iv)] [See also Group XL] Systems of wiring; protective arrangements.- In a method of supplying lighting current from a low voltage source 14 to a wireless tower-type antenna (the base of which is indicated at 1), the high potential of the antenna is gradually impressed upon the low voltage lighting conductors along the length thereof by coupling them to an element of the antenna system having an appropriate voltage gradient, e.g. the inductor 10. The latter is formed as a hollow conductor through which conductors 15 for the low voltage lighting circuit extend. The conductors 15 are at the high potential end connected to a transformer 24, the secondary leads 12 of which extend up the mast. Condensers 22, 23 are provided to byepass radio frequency energy picked up by the conductors 15. In order to prevent radio ...

Portable phone with detecting unit of contact of antenna with human body

Device for detecting electromagnetic waves

Device for detecting electromagnetic waves

Device for detecting electromagnetic waves

LIGHT INDICATOR

Light indicator, which comprises: a support body provided with a support face on which a light source is mounted that is provided with a light emission axis, an optical lens which is placed to cover the support face and comprises a collimation portion placed to intercept the light emission axis of the light source, and an attachment portion projectingly extended around the collimation portion, integrally made with such collimation portion (9), and sealingly fixed to the support body.

Beleuchtungsanlage an Antennen.

Device for controlling lighting of transmitter mast in airport, has connectors connecting switching modules with control module, feed unit and output units, so that power supply is switched on/off corresponding to control by control module

The device (10) has a main assembly carrier (1) provided with a removably attached control module (2), a power feed unit (3) and feed output units (51-53) for light signals. Connectors (410, 420, 430) attach switching modules (41-43) on the main assembly carrier. The connectors electrically connect the switching modules with the control module, the power feed unit and the feed output units, so that a power supply for the light signals is switched on and off by the switching modules corresponding to control by the control module.

Control of aircraft warning lights.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung (10) zur Steuerung einer Hindernisbefeuerung. Die Vorrichtung (10) umfasst einen Hauptbaugruppenträger (1) mit darauf entfernbar angebrachtem Steuermodul (2), einer Stromeinspeisung (3) und Speiseausgängen (51, 52, 53) für ein oder mehrere Feuer. Zudem umfasst die Vorrichtung (10) mehrere Verbindungselemente (410, 420, 430) zum Anbringen von mehreren Schaltmodulen (41, 42, 43) auf dem Hauptbaugruppenträger (1), und zum elektrischen Verbinden der Schaltmodule (41, 42, 43) jeweils mit dem Steuermodul (2), der Stromeinspeisung (3) und einem Speiseausgang (51, 52, 53) für ein Feuer, so dass die Stromzufuhr zum Feuer durch das Schaltmodul (41, 42, 43) entsprechend der Steuerung durch das Steuermodul (2) ein- und ausschaltbar ist. Die Vorrichtung (10) ermöglicht einen modularen Aufbau der Steuerung von Hindernisbefeuerungen aus standardisierten Komponenten wie Schaltmodulen (41, 42, 43) und Steuermodulen (2). Die Vorrichtung (10) ist flexibel für verschiedene ...

DEVICE FOR DETECTING ELECTROMAGNETIC WAVES

Embellished antenna based on plastic optical fibers and method for manufacturing embellished antenna

The invention discloses an embellished antenna based on plastic optical fibers. The embellished antenna comprises an antenna body, a shell (1) and a plastic optical fiber layer, the antenna body is fixedly arranged inside the shell (1), and the plastic optical fiber layer is arranged outside the shell (1) and comprises the plastic optical fibers (2) attached to the outside of the shell (1). The invention further discloses a method for manufacturing the embellished antenna. The method includes the steps: S1, attaching the plastic optical fibers (2) to the outside of the shell (1); and S2, connecting the plastic optical fibers (2) with a luminous source. The embellished antenna has the advantages that the embellished antenna has an excellent decoration effect and is high in wave permeability, low in dielectric constant, light in weight, easy to machine and transport and convenient to mount, night embellishment of the embellished antenna built in a scenic area, an urban area and other places ...

arrangement for a television antenna amplified

PLUG-IN TELECOMMUNICATION CARD

Disclosed is a plug-in telecommunication card, and more particularly a PCMCIA card. Said card comprises a transceiver as well as a telecommunication antenna emerging at least partly from the card body as such. The card also presents a display device to indicate the operational status, at least one of the following status: base station - identified/not idendified; data transmission - active/inactive.

Optically defined antenna

A software defined antenna can include a light source and a photoconductive surface. The photoconductive surface can be two-dimensional or three-dimensional. A plurality of electrically isolated pixels can be embedded in the photoconductive surface. The antenna can further include a processor with computer software incorporated to manipulate the light source to selectively illuminate the surface matrix in a predetermined pattern. As the surface matrix becomes illuminated, the illuminated portion of the matrix surface electrically connects the pixels, resulting in the desired radiation pattern. The software can be manipulated to further manipulate the light source to change antenna frequency, gain and bandwidth parameters, as desired by the user. Similarly, the pixels can be selectively illuminated to cause a desired radiation pattern, such as circular, sector scan or raster patterns.

Small cell base station integrated with storefront sign

An assembly includes:(a) a housing comprising a floor, a ceiling, a rear wall, a front wall, and opposed side walls that define a cavity, wherein the side walls include illuminable informational markings;(b) an antenna;(c) a radio residing in the cavity of the housing connected with the antenna; and(d) a power source attached to the radio;wherein the power source is employed to illuminate the informational markings.

Network for tower lights

WIRELESS CONTROL DEVICE HAVING AN ANTENNA ILLUMINATED WITH VISIBLE LIGHT

A wireless control device, such as a system controller for a load control system, may comprise a light-transmissive cover for an antenna that may be illuminated to provide feedback to a user of the load control system. The light-transmissive cover may receive light energy from a light-generating circuit to provide a visible display of the light energy. The wireless control device may be mounted to, for example, a ceiling, and the light-transmissive cover may extend from the wireless control device (e.g., down from the ceiling). The light-transmissive cover may be viewed by a user at large viewing angles and at a distance away from the wireless control device, which may simplify and improve reliability of commissioning of the load control system as well as speed up troubleshooting of the load control system after commissioning is completed. 1. (canceled)2. A wireless control device comprising: a base portion defining an enclosed volume; and', 'a light-transmissive cover configured to protrude from the base portion;, 'a housing comprisinga wireless communication circuit disposed within the base portion;an antenna coupled to the wireless communication circuit and configured to communicate wireless signals, the antenna disposed within the base and extending into the light-transmissive cover;a control circuit coupled to the wireless communication circuit and configured to control the generation of signals by the wireless communication circuit to be transmitted by the antenna;one or more light emitting diodes (LEDs) coupled to the control circuit and configured to provide an amount of light energy to the light-transmissive cover, wherein the one or more LEDs are configured to illuminate the light-transmissive cover via a first mode and a second mode;wherein the first mode comprises illuminating a portion of the light-transmissive cover near the base portion, and not illuminating a portion of the light-transmissive cover distal to the base portion; andwherein the second ...

Antenna assembly

Antenna assemblies are described herein. Any of these assemblies may include a primary feed that includes a single patterned emitting surface from which multiple different beams of RF signals are emitted corresponding to different antenna input feeds each communicating with the patterned antenna emitting surface. The antenna assembly may include a primary reflector, a secondary reflector, and a primary feed that is feed by multiple antenna input feeds so that different regions of the primary and secondary antenna correlate with different beams emitted by the primary feed. The antenna assembly is capable of emitting beams in the same direction having different polarizations using a single primary feed. Also described herein are methods of operating an antenna assembly. Access point devices that have a single primary feed configured to emit multiple beams are also described.

Motor vehicle antenna with amplifier in socket - has optical indicator in socket controllable in dependence on applied voltage

The motor vehicle antenna has a socket (1) and several antenna elements, as well as an amplifier (3) mounted in the socket. The amplifier is connected at one side to the first antenna element, and at the other side to the receiver, from which it is also supplied with voltage. An optical indicator (11, 12) in the socket which is energisable in dependence on voltage supplied to the amplifier. Pref. the amplifier and indicator are in parallel with respect to the supply voltage. A current detector may be series-connected in from of the amplifier, which triggers a switch in series with the indicator. The indicator may be an incandescent lamp, or a light emitting diode.

Directional antenna assembly for vehicular use

Improvements in and relating to emitters

STROBE LIGHT SYSTEM

A system for minimizing maintenance of tower mounted strobe light warning systems, the system comprising a first station located on the tower, the first station having a flash head and at least one capacitor mounted therein, and a second station mounted proximate a base of the tower, the second station including a switching power supply and a controller assembly. The above arrangement provides for a method of minimizing maintenance since most of the components are mounted proximate the tower base.

Spherical antenna of decorating

Vehicle-mounted equipment antenna

Managed electrical connectivity systems

an antenna for mobil communication unit

Antenna communication device which can display the signal intensity

Electromagnetic wave receiving antenna

An electromagnetic wave receiving antenna includes a spiral element configured to selectively attenuate electromagnetic waves having a predetermined wavelength, selected wavelengths, or range of wavelengths, and to concentrate electromagnetic waves having a predetermined wavelength, selected wavelengths, or range of wavelengths other than the attenuated wavelengths.

Boat light-radio antenna

A telescoping boat light-antenna for use on a vessel which is recessed below the level of the deck when not being utilized and is capable of being extended to a predetermined height above the deck through a telescoping motor assembly when being utilized as either a boat light or an antenna. The light-antenna includes a recessed cup below a base plate which supports the light lens below deck level when recessed therein in a non-utilized position and provides for extension of the telescoping tubing when the light-antenna is in a telescoped position. The twofold purpose of the light and antenna provides for military function in communications command and control of the vessel as well as safety at sea.

Wireless communication system capable of visually indicating failure of transmission and reception states

According to the present invention, there is provided a wireless communication system with a simplified structure by which the occurrence of failure in a reception state or a transmission state is visually indicated. The wireless communication system comprises a transceiver body 1 having a transmitter 2 and a receiver 3, and an external antenna array 5 having an antenna element 7 and connected to the transceiver body 1 . A light emitting diode (LED) 9e that emits light by a transmission signal transmitted from the transmitter 2 to the antenna element 7 and a reception signal supplied from the antenna element 7 to the receiver 3 is provided in the external antenna array 5 , so that the LED 9 e is visually perceived from the outside.

Compact radio frequency antenna apparatuses

Antenna assemblies are described herein. In particular, described herein are multi-focal-point antenna devices and compact radio frequency (RF) antenna devices. Any of these assemblies may include a primary feed that includes a single patterned emitting surface from which multiple different beams of RF signals are emitted corresponding to different antenna input feeds each communicating with the patterned antenna emitting surface. The antenna assembly is therefore capable of emitting beams in the same direction having different polarizations using a single primary feed.

Electronic device

An electronic modulating device is provided. The electronic modulating device includes a substrate, a plurality of first modulating electrodes disposed on the substrate, and a plurality of second modulating electrodes disposed on the substrate. The area of one of the first modulating electrodes is greater than the area of one of the second modulating electrodes. The ratio of the number of first modulating electrodes to the number of second modulating electrodes is in a range from 0.5 to 2.0.

携帯型移動通信機用表示装置

... 【課題】 携帯移動通信機において、発信及び着信状態ないし通話状態になったとき、この状態を視覚的に利用者に知らせなおかつ発信及び送信時の搬送波を減ずることなく使用出来るような表示装置を提案する。 【解決手段】 アンテナの先端部に1個のダイオード6と導電性コイル3を接続すると共に、その端部間に1枚の搬送波反射板4と発光素子5を接続することにより、携帯移動通信機が搬送波を減ずる事なく発光素子の点灯により利用者に知らせる事ができる。 ...

Anordnung zur Beleuchtung eines selbststrahlenden Antennenmastes

Radio frequency radiation absorber indicates usage of mobile phones

A photopolymer hologram is affixed to a radio frequency device, e.g. a radiotelephone, so as to absorb radiation from the device. Use of the device leads to burn marks appearing around the edges of the hologram (fig. 5). These burn marks grow inwardly of the hologram as use of the device progresses. A visual indicator such as a design (figs. 6 and 7) may be provided such that the user knows when to replace the hologram.

Antenna with signalling device

An antenna arrangement comprises a signalling device, eg a lamp 18, mounted on the antenna and means for superposing a powering current for the signalling device onto a radio frequency signal to be transmitted by the antenna. The arrangement further comprises means, eg. a capacitor 20, for filtering the signal to be transmitted and the powering current so that a substantial portion of the signal to be transmitted does not pass through the signalling device. The superposed signal to be transmitted and powering current are fed from a transmitter 30 via an impedance network 34. The antenna may be a folded monopole 10, 12. ...

Improvements in or relating to aerial systems and electrical power systems for use in association therewith

... 394,011. Aerials; directive wireless signalling. MARCONI'S WIRELESS, TELEGRAPH CO., Ltd., Marconi House, Strand, London, DAVIS, N. E., Openways, Little Baddow, 'Chelmsford, and QUICK, R. C., White Hatch, Middleton Road, Shenfield, both in Essex. Dec. 19, 1931, No. 35203. [Class 40 (v).] The current supply to a signal lamp 12 or 13 mounted on or near the aerial masts of a directional wireless system of the kind described in Specifications 354,322 and 359,562, as used for instance at an aerodrome, is fed through wires 1, 2 or 3, 4 which themselves - serve as the aerials. Alternatively the supply wires may be contained inside a metal braiding or covering which serves as the aerial. The signal currents are kept out of the supply mains L, M by chokes 5 .. 8 whilst condensers 9, 10 pass them to a screened conductor 15 which is coupled by a transformer 16 to the transmitting or receiving apparatus. The arrangement is designed to minimize the effect of re-radiation on the directional response of ...

ANTENNENGEHÄUSE

The invention relates to an antenna housing (AGH) for at least one antenna (ANT), such as mobile radio antennae or directional antennae. The invention is characterized in that the antenna housing (AGH), at least in some sections, has the shape of at least a part of a lighting device (BEL) and/or of an optical signaling equipment. A light mains cable (LZL) and an antenna feed (ZUL) can be arranged inside of a post (MAS).

MANAGED ELECTRICAL CONNECTIVITY SYSTEMS

A connector arrangement (5000) includes a plug nose body (5004); a printed circuit board (5020) positioned within a cavity (5060) of the plug nose body; and a plug cover (5006) that mounts to the plug nose body to enclose the printed circuit board within the cavity. The printed circuit board includes a storage device (5030) configured to store information pertaining to the electrical segment of communications media. The plug cover defines a plurality of slotted openings through which the second contacts (5034) are exposed. A connector assembly includes a jack module (5110) and a media reading interface (5145) configured to receive the plug. A patch panel includes multiple jack modules and multiple media reading interfaces.

Rotatable type embellished antenna

Safety antenna having alarming function

DEVICE OF RECEPTION Of WAVES COMPRISING a SATELLITE ANTENNA

DISPLAY APPARATUS FOR COMMUNICATION TERMINAL

ANTENNA DEVICE

An antenna device is provided which can emit light at higher-than-conventional efficiency. In this antenna device, a light-blocking body 16 and a light-transmitting body 17 form an outer case. A metal capacitance element 3 is positioned near the upper portion in the outer case. At least part of the plane-shaped portion 3a of the capacitance element 3 is opposite of the light-transmitting body 17. An LED 20a of the light emitting module 18 is positioned to the side of the capacitance element 3. Light emitted by the LED 20a is guided by a guide body 19 to the light-transmitting body 17. The plane-shaped portion 3a of the capacitance element 3 is positioned opposite of the light-transmitting body 17 with the light guide body 19 interposed therebetween, and functions as a reflective body.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR RETURN END-TO-END BEAMFORMING

Methods and systems are described for providing end-to-end beamforming. For example, end-to-end beamforming systems include end-to-end relays and ground networks to provide communications to user terminals located in user beam coverage areas. The ground segment can include geographically distributed access nodes and a central processing system. Return uplink signals, transmitted from the user terminals, have multipath induced by a plurality of receive/transmit signal paths in the end to end relay and are relayed to the ground network. The ground network, using beamformers, recovers user data streams transmitted by the user terminals from return downlink signals. The ground network, using beamformers generates forward uplink signals from appropriately weighted combinations of user data streams that, after relay by the end-end-end relay, produce forward downlink signals that combine to form user beams. 1. A system for forming a plurality of forward user beams using end-to-end beamforming , the system comprising:means for transmitting a plurality of forward uplink signals from a plurality of geographically distributed locations, wherein the plurality of forward uplink signals is formed from a weighted combination of a plurality of user beam signals, and wherein each user beam signal corresponds to one and only one user beam; andmeans for relaying the plurality of forward uplink signals to form a plurality of forward downlink signals, wherein each forward downlink signal is formed by amplifying a unique superposition of the plurality of forward uplink signals, and wherein the plurality of forward downlink signals superimpose to form the plurality of user beams, wherein each user beam signal is dominant within the corresponding user beam,2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a first user terminal configured to receive a first superposition of the plurality of forward downlink signals and extract a first one of the plurality of user beam signals.3. The system of ...

Bidirectional fiber panel

A light module, a light panel, and a method for transmitting light are provided. The light module includes a light source configured to generate a light and a fiber panel optically coupled to the light source. The fiber panel includes a plurality of optical fibers. The plurality of optical fibers are configured to define two illumination regions such that a controlled light is output from the two illumination regions in diametrically opposite directions.

Retractable antenna for electronic devices

A retractable antenna system is disclosed that enables electronic devices to engage in wireless communication. A preferred embodiment includes a retractable antenna disposed within a cavity in the electronic device and an actuating mechanism for selectively extending and retracting the antenna from within the cavity. The antenna system is preferably disposed within the housing of a communications card such as a PC Card. The retractable antenna may be rigid or flexible, and may be a single piece design or telescopic. The antenna system may also include two or more retractable antennas, a light source attached to the antenna, a control mechanism used to determine antenna functionality based on the positioning of the antenna, and the retractable antenna may be connected modular portion of the communication card.

GROUND NETWORK FOR END-TO-END BEAMFORMING

Methods and systems are described for providing end-to-end beamforming. For example, end-to-end beamforming systems include end-to-end relays and ground networks to provide communications to user terminals located in user beam coverage areas. The ground segment can include geographically distributed access nodes and a central processing system. Return uplink signals, transmitted from the user terminals, have multipath induced by a plurality of receive/transmit signal paths in the end to end relay and are relayed to the ground network. The ground network, using beamformers, recovers user data streams transmitted by the user terminals from return downlink signals. The ground network, using beamformers generates forward uplink signals from appropriately weighted combinations of user data streams that, after relay by the end-end-end relay, produce forward downlink signals that combine to form user beams.

ANTENNA DEVICE

PURPOSE: To display accurately a position of an antenna by installing a luminous boty to a base part of a whip antenna for a VHF band or an ultrashort wave band, or a part of an antenna part provided on this base part. CONSTITUTION: A thin wire V shows a high frequency voltage distribution of a working frequency. In a figure, 7 and 8 are luminous bodies of a semiconductor light emitting element, a tungsten lamp, a neon tube, etc., and the luminous body 7 is installed to a λ/4 tip part of an antenna part 3, or the luminous body 8 is installed to the tip of a half-wavelength phase inverted coil 6 of the antenna part 3. In both cases, it is the maximum point of the high frequency voltage distribution as shown in the high frequency voltage distribution V, and by emitting a radio wave, the luminous bodies 7, 8 and lighted by an output power of a transmitter, and by this lighting, a position of an antenna can be confirmed. COPYRIGHT: (C)1985,JPO&Japio ...

KOMMUNIKATIONSEINSTECKKARTE

Leuchtantenne und Gerät zur Funkkommunikation mit einer derartigen Antenne

ANTENNA

COMMUNICATION PUTTING IN MAP

Wave reception device comprising a satellite antenna

ANTENNA

An antenna having a high receiving sensitivity and capable of detecting the direction of a radio wave transmission source and discriminating mounted equipment, comprising an antenna body, a head unit removably provided on the upper end of the antenna body and a support unit inserted into and supporting the antenna body, wherein the head unit has a resonance circuit including a coil, a rectifying diode and a light emitting diode or a discriminator for discriminating the equipment from others.

Omni-directional covered communication rod

Emergency communication antenna device convenient to disassemble and assemble

Improvements with the apparatuses of indication and particularly with those used with kites or balloons

AN ANTENNA

The invention provides an antenna which comprises a shell being adapted for attachment to a top end of a flagpole. The shell houses a receiving structure capable of amplifying an electromagnetic signal. Furthermore, the shell forms a cavity dimensioned to receive the top end of a flagpole, and the shell comprises a guide for a flag cord.

MOBILE DEVICE

A mobile device includes a substrate, a ground element, and a radiation branch. The ground element includes a ground branch, wherein an edge of the ground element has a notch extending into an interior of the ground element so as to form a slot region, and the ground branch partially surrounds the slot region. The radiation branch is substantially inside the slot region, and is coupled to the ground branch of the ground element. The ground branch and the radiation branch form an antenna structure.

Optical phase shift device and antenna system utilizing same

A phase shift device of an optical fiber signal includes an actuator for changing the signal phase in at least one fiber portion by inducing the phase change by thermo-optical effect. An antenna system incorporating phase shift devices using the thermo-optical effect find particular utility in automotive and telecommunications fields.

Combination of RFID antenna and illumination device

A combination of a RFID antenna and an illumination device contains: a casing, a lighting unit, and a RFID antenna. The casing includes a metal plate and a fixing frame which has an opening and being mounted on a front end of the metal plate. The lighting unit includes a light guide plate and multiple light emitting elements, wherein the lighting unit is defined between the metal plate and the fixing frame, the light guide plate is fixed between the metal plate and the fixing frame, and the light guide plate has a transporting face facing the opening of the fixing frame so that the lights illuminate to the transporting face of the light guide plate from the multiple light emitting element. The RFID antenna is accommodated in the front end of the metal plate and is defined between the light guide plate and the metal plate.

Decorative antenna for automobile

A decorative antenna for automobile emitting light when the automobile is moving comprises a case, a luminotron connected with leads and a mini wind-driven generator. The case may be formed as a toy such as a helicopter. The case is provided with a transparent window thereon and a mounting hole matching the automobile antenna. When the automobile is moving, the mini wind-driven generator generates electricity and supplies power to the luminotron, thus actuating the luminotron to emit light and function as an ornament. A wireless receiver and a rechargeable battery are provided in the case, a remote controller is further provided. The mini wind-driven generator charges the rechargeable battery and supplies the power to the luminotron, the rechargeable battery supplies power to the receiver connected to the luminotron. The luminotron is actuated to emit flash light when the wireless receiver receives signals sent from the remote controller by the automobile owner. When the automobile is moving ...

Reconfigurable electromagnetic surface of pixelated metal patches

A reconfigurable electro-magnetic tile includes a laser layer including a plurality of lasers, and a pixelated surface comprising a plurality of metal patches and a plurality of switches, wherein each respective switch of the plurality of switches is in a gap between a first respective metal patch and a second respective metal patch, wherein each respective switch is optically coupled to at least one respective laser of the plurality of lasers, and wherein each switch of the plurality of switches comprises a phase change material.

Магнитная антенна-индукционный кабелеискатель

Signalleuchte für Kraftfahrzeuge

Ein Antennen-Gehäuse, ein kombiniertes Antennen- und Anzeigemodul und ein Fahrzeug

Ein Antennengehäuse (160) zur Montage auf einem Fahrzeug (10), insbesondere auf einer Fahrzeugdachfläche (20), und das angepasst ist, um Folgendes aufzunehmen • eine elektrische Schaltung (140), die mindestens ein Quellenelement (142) zum Emittieren von Lumineszenzstrahlung enthält, wobei das mindestens eine Quellenelement (142) im Inneren des Gehäuses (160) so angeordnet ist, dass es von außen nicht sichtbar ist, • ein Anzeigeelement (152) zur Abgabe der von dem mindestens einen Quellenelement (142) empfangenen Lumineszenzstrahlung zur Betrachtung von außen; und • eine optische Leitung (154) zum Bereitstellen einer optischen Kopplung zwischen dem mindestens einen Quellenelement (142) und dem Anzeigeelement (152), wobei der optische Kanal (154) drei Beine (155) umfasst, die jeweils eine Lichtempfangsfläche (156) zum Empfang der Lumineszenzstrahlung einer entsprechenden LED (142) aufweist, wobei die Beine (155) zusammengeführt und mit dem Anzeigeelement (152) verbunden sind.

Communication module with retractable antenae and method therefor

Briefly, in accordance with one embodiment of the invention, a communication module may include an antennae unit that may extracted or extended from and inserted into the communication module. The antennae unit may be used to disable the operation of the communication module when the antennae unit is inserted into the communication module.

Sata-light

ANTENNA

Communication module with retractable antenae and method therefor

A concealed communications antenna and lighting feature

A concealed communication antenna and lighting feature comprises a mount having base configured to be mounted to a structure and having a circumferentially disposed side wall adjacent the circumference of the base. The outer side wall defining a seat extending a radial distance from the outer side wall to the edge of the base circumference, and an inner wall disposed concentrically within the outer side wall. A plurality of solid state lighting elements adapted to direct light away from the base. A communications antenna is mounted to the inner side wall and a radome is disposed about the antenna and extends above the inner side wall. The radome is closed at an upper end and a lighting feature lens mounted to the outer wall. The lighting feature lens being closed at a top end such that the solid state lighting elements direct light intermediate the radome and the lighting feature lens.

Omni-directional antenna

Antenna with signal indicator lamp

The invention discloses an antenna with a signal indicator lamp. The antenna comprises a signal matching transmitter, a variable frequency transformer, an antenna body, an installation base, the signal lamp and an electric energy transducer. The variable frequency transformer and the electric energy transducer are connected and arranged inside the installation base, the antenna body is connected with the signal matching transmitter and arranged on the top of the installation base, and the signal lamp is installed on the top of the antenna body. According to the mode, the antenna with the signal indicator lamp is of a copper wire core independent insulating structure, is simple in structure, resists wear, and is long in service life, meanwhile, the signal indicator lamp is installed, and the antenna is showy and visualized.

Communication antenna and terminal thereof

Multifunctional antenna for wireless router

Concealed satellite TV reception antenna, for domestic use, is contained within translucent housing along with lamp to serve and appear as standard outside lighting fixture

L'invention concerne un dispositif (1) de réception d'ondes comportant une antenne (16), notamment satellite et de type parabolique. Ce dispositif (1) est caractérisé par le fait que ladite antenne (16) est disposée à l'intérieur d'une enveloppe rigide ou semi-rigide (3) comportant au moins une partie translucide (23) autorisant le passage de rayons lumineux (22) émis par un dispositif d'éclairage (21) disposé à l'intérieur de ladite enveloppe (3).

Luminescent lamp combined with antenna of a mobile phone

DIRECTIONAL ANTENNA ASSEMBLY FOR VEHICULAR USE

A multi-element radio antenna assembly (10) includes a dielectric substrate element (32) having a pair of radiating conductor elements (30) disposed thereon. A pair of LC traps (34) and conductor elements (36) electrically coupled to the radiating conductor elements provides dual band resonance for cellular telephone and PCS device bandwidth ranges. Additional performance may be achieved with parasitic reflector and director elements (18, 20). THe multi-element antenna assembly finds particular applicability for in-vehicle use.

HOSPITAL BED HAVING NEAR FIELD COMMUNICATION CAPABILITY

An apparatus for providing data communication and power to a device located in a room having a power outlet is disclosed. The power outlet may be a standard AC outlet, for example. The apparatus includes a cable extending from the device and having a plug comprising a plug body. Prongs extend from the plug body and couple to the power outlet to receive power. A first near field communication antenna is carried by the plug body. A communication module has a second near field communication antenna and is located in the room in proximity to the plug. At least one of the first near field communication antenna and the second near field communication antenna communicates data wirelessly to the other of the first near field communication antenna and the second near field communication antenna. 1. An apparatus for providing data communication and power to a device located in a room having a power outlet , the apparatus comprisinga cable extending from the device and having at one end thereof a plug comprising a plug body, a plurality of prongs extending from the plug body and configured to couple to the power outlet to receive power,a first near field communication antenna carried by the plug body, anda communication module comprising a second near field communication antenna, the communication module being located in the room in proximity to the plug, at least one of the first near field communication antenna and the second near field communication antenna communicating data wirelessly to the other of the first near field communication antenna and the second near field communication antenna.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising near field communication circuitry carried by the device and coupled to the first near field communication antenna via at least one conductor routed along the cable.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising near field communication circuitry carried by the plug body and coupled to the first near field communication antenna.4. The ...

Electronic device

An electronic component (encoder) including an operation body is mounted on a circuit board. The electronic component causes a controller to perform processing in accordance with an operation input by the operation body. The mounting board includes a power-feeding leg piece connected to a wireless communication processor so that high frequency communication is allowed, a first short-circuiting leg piece that is adjacent to the power-feeding leg piece via a cut-out portion, and a second short-circuiting leg piece separated from the power-feeding leg piece. The short-circuiting leg pieces are connected to grounded portions. The impedance is adjusted by appropriately selecting the width or the depth of the cut-out portion. The resonance frequency is adjusted by appropriately selecting the size or the position of the short-circuiting leg piece. Thus, the mounting board operates as an inverted-F antenna in which the power-feeding leg piece functions as a power feeding portion.

ELECTRONIC APPARATUS

An electronic apparatus includes a casing, a circuit board, and a feeding element. The casing is made of conducting material, and comprises at least one feeding point. The circuit board is disposed in the casing. The feeding element is disposed in the electronic apparatus, and contacts the feeding point of the casing for transmitting signals between the circuit board and the casing, so that the casing functions as a radiation body of an antenna. Accordingly, the signal shielding of the antenna can be avoided, and it is unnecessary to change the material of the casing to plastic, which needs additional manufacturing process. After several times of tests, configuring the feeding point at the corner of the casing can provide higher performance of transmission. 1. An electronic apparatus , comprising:a casing made of conducting material and comprising at least one feeding point;a circuit board disposed in the casing; anda feeding element disposed in the electronic apparatus and contacting the feeding point of the casing for transmitting signals between the circuit board and the casing, so that the casing functions as a radiation body of an antenna.2. The electronic apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one feeding point is disposed at a corner of the casing.3. The electronic apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the feeding element is electrically connected with the circuit board through a conductive element.4. The electronic apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the feeding element is fixed on the circuit board.5. The electronic apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the circuit board has at least one screw hole for fixing the circuit board.6. The electronic apparatus of claim 5 , wherein a notch circuit is configured around the screw hole. This Non-provisional application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. §119(a) on Patent Application No(s). 201210051689.1 filed in People's Republic of China on Mar. 1, 2012, the entire contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference.1. Field of ...

TOWER REINFORCEMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS

An example includes a telecommunications tower that includes an elongate pole, a first pole brace bolted to the outer surface of the elongate pole with at least one first bolt, a second pole brace bolted to the at least one side of the elongate pole as the first pole brace with at least one second bolt, with the first pole brace disposed proximal the first pole brace with the first edge disposed proximal to second edge to abut the second edge during elastic deformation of the elongate pole in a first direction, a plate coupled to the first pole brace; and a bearing plate coupled to the second pole brace to removably bear against one side of the plate to transmit load between the first pole brace and the second pole brace during elastic deformation of the elongate pole in a second direction, opposite the first. 1. A telecommunications tower , comprising:an elongate pole including an exterior with at least one side;a first pole brace comprising an elongate plate, with an inner side, an outer side and a first edge extending between the inner side and the outer side, the first pole brace bolted to the exterior of the at least one side of the elongate pole with at least one first bolt such that the inner side of the first pole brace lies along a portion of the exterior of the at least one side of the elongate pole;a second pole brace comprising an elongate plate with an inner side, an outer side, and a second edge extending between the inner side and the outer side, the second pole brace bolted to the at least one side of the elongate pole as the first pole brace with at least one second bolt such that the inner side of the second pole brace lies along a portion of the exterior of the at least one side of the elongate pole, with the first pole brace disposed proximal the first pole brace with the first edge disposed proximal to second edge to abut the second edge during elastic deformation of the elongate pole in a first direction;a plate coupled to the first pole brace; ...

TERMINAL AND METHOD FOR USING A PIEZOELECTRIC MODULE AS AN ANTENNA

Terminals, apparatuses and methods for operating a piezoelectric module included in a terminal in one or more operation modes, including: a control unit which determines an operation mode of a piezoelectric module that includes a piezoelectric element, the piezoelectric module operating according to the operation mode determined by the control unit; and a voltage control unit which applies an operation voltage for generating an operation frequency according to the operation mode determined by the control unit to the piezoelectric module. The one or more operation modes includes an antenna mode in which the piezoelectric module operates as an antenna in the terminal. Accordingly, the antenna is implemented using the piezoelectric module in the terminal, thereby promoting and enhancing mounting characteristics and durability of the terminal. 1. A terminal to operate a piezoelectric module as an antenna , the terminal comprising:a piezoelectric module including a piezoelectric element to operate according to an operation mode of the terminal, the operation mode including an antenna mode to operate the piezoelectric module as an antenna;a control unit to determine the operation mode of the piezoelectric module and to operate the piezoelectric module in the determined operation mode; anda voltage control unit to apply an operation voltage to the piezoelectric module to generate an operation frequency according to the operation mode determined by the control unit.2. The terminal of claim 1 , whereinthe voltage control unit receives a mode signal from the control unit corresponding to the determined operation mode and applies the operation voltage to the piezoelectric module based on the received mode signal.3. The terminal of claim 1 , whereinthe voltage control unit alternately applies to the piezoelectric module a first operation voltage corresponding to a first operation mode and a second operation voltage corresponding to a second operation mode to operate the ...

MONOPOLE TOWER REINFORCEMENT CONFIGURATION AND RELATED METHODS

Antenna tower reinforcement configurations use bolted gusset plate and splice plate configurations that allow for increased clearance access using short threaded bolts and threaded gusset plate apertures for increased clearance access and/or ease of installation. The gusset plates are welded to the reinforcement plates rather than bolted. Splice plates are bolted to the gusset plates using splice bolts. 1. A reinforced antenna tower comprising a pole having at least a portion configured as a tubular body with a hollow core , the tubular body having an outer wall with an inner and outer surface the reinforcement comprising:a) a first and second adjacent reinforcement plate bolted to the pole.b) an upper and lower pair of gusset plates welded to each of the first and second reinforcement plates;c) a left hand and right hand side splice plate spanning the left upper and lower and right upper and lower gusset plates.2. A reinforced antenna tower according to comprising:a) a pole having at least a portion configured as a tubular body with a hollow core, the tubular body having an outer wall with an inner and outer surface;b) a first reinforcement plate bolted to the pole wall with longitudinally spaced apart tower wall bolts, the first reinforcement plate having a perimeter with right and left long sides and upper and lower short sides, a rear primary surface that contacts the outer surface of the pole wall and an outwardly facing front primary surface;c) a second reinforcement plate bolted to the pole wall with longitudinally spaced apart tower wall bolts, the second reinforcement plate having a perimeter with right and left long sides and upper and lower short sides, a rear primary surface that contacts the outer surface of the pole wall and an outwardly facing front primary surface wherein the upper short side of the second reinforcement plate resides adjacent the lower short side of the first reinforcement plate to define a closely spaced reinforcement plate junction ...

BATTERY ANTENNA HAVING A SECONDARY RADIATOR

A combination battery and antenna includes a battery having a positive contact and a negative contact, at least one of the positive contact and the negative contact comprising an antenna coupled to a matching circuit and to a radio frequency choke, whereby direct current (DC) is supplied to a battery circuit and a radio frequency (RF) signal is supplied to an RF circuit, and at least one secondary radiator parasitically coupled to the at least one of the positive contact and the negative contact of the battery. 1. A combination battery and antenna , comprising:a battery having a positive contact and a negative contact, at least one of the positive contact and the negative contact comprising an antenna coupled to a matching circuit and to a radio frequency choke, whereby direct current (DC) is supplied to a battery circuit and a radio frequency (RF) signal is supplied to an RF circuit; andat least one secondary radiator parasitically coupled to the at least one of the positive contact and the negative contact of the battery.2. The combination battery and antenna of claim 1 , wherein the at least one of the positive contact and the negative contact of the battery and the at least one secondary radiator operate as an antenna at a plurality of radio frequency bands.3. The combination battery and antenna of claim 1 , wherein the at least one of the positive contact and the negative contact of the battery and the at least one secondary radiator operate as an antenna within a radio frequency band claim 1 , the at least one of the positive contact and the negative contact of the battery provides a first radio frequency band claim 1 , and the at least one secondary radiator widens the first radio frequency band to a second radio frequency band.4. The combination battery and antenna of claim 1 , further comprising an antenna matching circuit connected to the at least one of the positive contact and the negative contact of the battery claim 1 , the antenna matching circuit ...

ELECTRONIC TIMEPIECE WITH INTERNAL ANTENNA

An electronic timepiece has a case; a time display unit housed in the case; an annular dielectric that is housed in the case and has a conductive driven element to which a specific potential is supplied; and a conductive ground plane with an annular shape that is housed in the case and supplied with ground potential. The dielectric body and the ground plane are disposed coaxially to the same center axis with the gap therebetween in the axial (z-axis) direction less than or equal to the thickness of the dielectric in the axial direction. 1. An electronic timepiece with internal antenna , comprising:a time display unit that displays time;an annular dielectric body that is housed in the case and has disposed thereto a conductive driven element to which a specific potential is supplied; anda conductive ground plane with an annular shape that is supplied with ground potential;wherein the dielectric body and the ground plane are disposed coaxially to the same center axis with the gap therebetween in the axial direction less than or equal to the thickness of the dielectric in the axial direction.2. The electronic timepiece with internal antenna described in claim 1 , wherein:the ground plane has a plurality of supply parts to which the ground potential is supplied.3. The electronic timepiece with internal antenna described in claim 2 , wherein:the plural supply parts are disposed at equal angles from the center of the ground plane ring.4. The electronic timepiece with internal antenna described in claim 2 , wherein:the driven element is an endless ring or a ring with a notch therein, and when the dielectric and ground plane are seen in plan view from the axial direction of the ring, the plural supply parts are disposed symmetrically to a line joining the center of the ground plane ring and the driven part.5. The electronic timepiece with internal antenna described in claim 1 , wherein:the driven element is a ring with a notch therein, and has one driven part to which the ...

Image Forming Apparatus Having Wireless Communication Device

An image forming apparatus includes a housing, a communication board, and a display device. The housing has an upper end portion, a front end portion, and a rear end portion. The front end portion and the rear end portion define a frontward/rearward direction. The communication board is provided on the upper end portion and includes an antenna for near field wireless communication. The display device is provided on the upper end portion. The display device and the antenna are arrayed on a straight line extending in the frontward/rearward direction such that the antenna is positioned frontward of the display device. 1. An image forming apparatus comprising:a housing having an upper end portion, a front end portion, and a rear end portion, the front end portion and the rear end portion defining a frontward/rearward direction;a sheet tray attached to the housing and drawable frontward from the front end portion, the sheet tray being configured to accommodate a sheet;an image forming unit disposed in the housing and configured to print an image on the sheet supplied from the sheet tray;a communication board provided on the upper end portion and comprising an antenna for near field wireless communication; anda display device provided on the upper end portion, the display device and the antenna being arrayed on a straight line extending in the frontward/rearward direction such that the antenna is closer to the front end than the display device,wherein the housing further comprises a discharge port configured to discharge therefrom the sheet on which the image has been formed, andwherein the upper end portion has a part serving as a receiving portion configured to accommodate the sheet discharged from the discharge port, the display device and the antenna being provided on the upper end portion other than the receiving portion.2. The image forming apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the antenna is closer to the front end than the discharge port.3. The image forming ...

SINGLE POINT HEAVY DUTY MONOPOLE PLATFORM

The present disclosure is directed to a brace for a mounting frame typically used for mounting antennas to a monopole tower. The brace may include a standoff connection comprising a first standoff bracket and a second standoff bracket; a first angled member attached to the first standoff bracket at a lower end of the first angled member, the first angled member also including a first handrail connector at an upper end of the first angled member; a second angled member attached to the second standoff bracket at a lower end of the second angled member, the second angled member also including a second handrail connector at an upper end of the second angled member; and a crossmember disposed between the upper end of the first angled member and the upper end of the second angled member. 1. A brace for a mounting frame , comprising:a standoff connection comprising a first standoff bracket and a second standoff bracket;a first angled member attached to the first standoff bracket at a lower end of the first angled member, the first angled member also including a first handrail connector at an upper end of the first angled member;a second angled member attached to the second standoff bracket at a lower end of the second angled member, the second angled member also including a second handrail connector at an upper end of the second angled member; anda crossmember disposed between the upper end of the first angled member and the upper end of the second angled member.2. The brace of claim 1 , wherein the first standoff bracket and the second standoff bracket are configured to cooperatively clamp onto a standoff.3. The brace of claim 1 , wherein the first standoff bracket and the second standoff bracket are configured to weld or bolt onto a standoff.4. The brace of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first handrail connector and the second handrail connector comprise a bracket for attaching to a handrail of the mounting frame.5. The brace of claim 1 , wherein at least one of ...

TELECOMMUNICATIONS POLE PORTHOLE REINFORCEMENT

A porthole reinforcement is configured to attach to a telecommunications pole defining a porthole. The porthole reinforcement includes a first reinforcement segment comprising a first gusset configured to at least partially extend through the porthole and a first plate attached to the first gusset, the first plate defining a first plurality of bores each configured to receive a respective bolt so as to couple the first reinforcement segment to the telecommunications pole. The porthole reinforcement segment also includes a second reinforcement segment comprising a second gusset configured to at least partially extend through the porthole and a second plate attached to the second gusset, the second plate defining a second plurality of bores each configured to receive a respective bolt so as to couple the second reinforcement segment to the telecommunications pole. The first and second reinforcement segments are configured to attach to the telecommunications pole independently from each other. 1. A porthole reinforcement configured to attach to a telecommunications pole defining a porthole , the porthole reinforcement comprising:a first reinforcement segment comprising a first gusset configured to at least partially extend through the porthole and a first plate attached to the first gusset, wherein the first plate defines a first plurality of bores each configured to receive a respective bolt so as to couple the first reinforcement segment to the telecommunications pole; anda second reinforcement segment comprising a second gusset configured to at least partially extend through the porthole and a second plate attached to the second gusset, wherein the second plate defines a second plurality of bores each configured to receive a respective bolt so as to couple the second reinforcement segment to the telecommunications pole,wherein the first and second reinforcement segments are separate from each other and are configured to be fastened to the telecommunications pole ...

RECONFIGURABLE ELECTROMAGNETIC SURFACE OF PIXELATED METAL PATCHES

A reconfigurable electro-magnetic tile includes a laser layer including a plurality of lasers, and a pixelated surface comprising a plurality of metal patches and a plurality of switches, wherein each respective switch of the plurality of switches is in a gap between a first respective metal patch and a second respective metal patch, wherein each respective switch is optically coupled to at least one respective laser of the plurality of lasers, and wherein each switch of the plurality of switches comprises a phase change material. 1. A reconfigurable electro-magnetic tile comprising:a laser layer comprising a plurality of lasers; anda pixelated surface comprising a plurality of metal patches and a plurality of switches, wherein each respective switch of the plurality of switches is in a gap between a first respective metal patch and a second respective metal patch;wherein each respective switch is optically coupled to at least one respective laser of the plurality of lasers;wherein each switch of the plurality of switches comprises a phase change material;wherein the phase change material of a respective switch changes from a non-conducting state to a conducting state when the coupled respective laser lases a first power density of light on the phase change material of the respective switch; andwherein the phase change material of a respective switch changes from a conducting state to a non-conducting state when the coupled respective laser lases a second power density of light on the phase change material of the respective switch.2. The reconfigurable electro-magnetic tile of wherein:the plurality of lasers comprise a plurality of vertical cavity surface emitting lasers (VCSELs).3. The reconfigurable electro-magnetic tile of further comprising:a plurality of lenses between the laser layer and the pixelated surface;wherein each respective lens of the plurality of lenses focuses light from a respective laser onto a respective switch.4. The reconfigurable electro- ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MOUNTING NETWORK DEVICES

Aspects of the subject disclosure may include, for example, an antenna including a dielectric antenna and a mounting carriage connectable with a mounting bracket. Wireless signals can be transmitted by electromagnetic waves that propagate without requiring an electrical return path, where the electromagnetic waves are guided by a dielectric core of a cable coupled to a feed point of the dielectric antenna. The mounting bracket is connectable with a cross member of a utility pole, where the mounting carriage includes an opening for receiving an antenna mount, and where, when received in the mounting carriage, the antenna is suspended beyond distal ends of the cross member. Other embodiments are disclosed. 1. A system comprising:mounting brackets connectable with a distal end of a cross member that is fixably attached to a utility pole;a curved member having a curved shape;clamping brackets connecting the curved member and the mounting brackets; anda mounting carriage connectable with the curved member, wherein the mounting carriage includes an opening for receiving an antenna mount of an antenna, wherein the antenna, when received in the mounting carriage, is suspended beyond the distal end of the cross member.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the mounting carriage when in an unlocked state slides via a core bearing along the curved member claim 1 , wherein the mounting carriage when in a locked state does not slide along the curved member claim 1 , and wherein the clamping brackets connect the curved member and the mounting brackets via threaded lugs.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the antenna comprises a dielectric antenna claim 2 , wherein wireless signals are transmitted by electromagnetic waves that propagate without requiring an electrical return path claim 2 , and wherein the electromagnetic waves are guided by a dielectric core of a cable coupled to a feed point of the dielectric antenna.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein each of the mounting brackets ...

SATELLITE FOR END-TO-END BEAMFORMING WITH ACCESS NODE CLUSTERS

Methods and systems are described for providing end-to-end beamforming. For example, end-to-end beamforming systems include end-to-end relays and ground networks to provide communications to user terminals located in user beam coverage areas. The ground segment can include geographically distributed access nodes and a central processing system. Return uplink signals, transmitted from the user terminals, have multipath induced by a plurality of receive/transmit signal paths in the end to end relay and are relayed to the ground network. The ground network, using beamformers, recovers user data streams transmitted by the user terminals from return downlink signals. The ground network, using beamformers generates forward uplink signals from appropriately weighted combinations of user data streams that, after relay by the end-end-end relay, produce forward downlink signals that combine to form user beams. 1. A satellite for providing communications between a plurality of access node clusters and a plurality of user terminals , wherein each access node cluster of the plurality of access node clusters comprises a plurality of access nodes geographically distributed within a corresponding access node area , and wherein the plurality of user terminals are geographically distributed over a user coverage area , the satellite comprising:a feeder-link antenna subsystem comprising a feeder-link element array to illuminate the plurality of access node clusters, the feeder-link element array comprising an array of cooperating feeder-link constituent transmit elements and an array of cooperating feeder-link constituent receive elements;a user-link antenna subsystem comprising a user-link element array to illuminate the user coverage area, the user-link element array comprising an array of cooperating user-link constituent transmit elements and an array of cooperating user-link constituent receive elements;a plurality of forward-link transponders, each coupled between a respective ...

WEARABLE AUDIO DEVICE HAVING EXTERNAL ANTENNA AND RELATED TECHNOLOGY

A wearable audio device in accordance with a particular embodiment of the present technology includes an earpiece, a speaker, an antenna, and processing circuitry. The earpiece includes a housing within which the speaker and the processing circuitry are disposed. The antenna conformably extends along a perimeter portion of the housing. The processing circuitry is configured to receive audio content from an audio player via the antenna. The processing circuitry is also configured to generate sound corresponding to the audio content via the speaker. The antenna is exposed and is not a loop antenna. The audio device also includes a circuit board supporting at least some of the processing circuitry within the housing. The audio content travels from the antenna to the circuit board without travelling through any flexible wires. 1. A wearable audio device , comprising:an earpiece including a housing and a speaker within the housing;an exposed antenna conformably extending along a perimeter portion of the housing, wherein the antenna is not a loop antenna; andprocessing circuitry within the housing, wherein the processing circuitry is configured to receive audio content via the antenna, and wherein the processing circuitry is configured to generate sound corresponding to the audio content via the speaker.2. The wearable audio device of wherein the antenna is a monopole antenna.3. The wearable audio device of wherein the antenna is a dipole antenna including independent positive and negative antenna elements.4. The wearable audio device of wherein the positive and negative antenna elements are disposed at opposite respective sides of a horizontal plane that exactly bisects the earpiece or is vertically offset from exactly bisecting the earpiece by less than 10% of a total height of the earpiece when a user wears the audio device.5. The wearable audio device of wherein at least 75% of a total exposed surface area of the antenna is at one or the other side of a vertical plane ...

Third brake light antenna mount

A third brake light antenna adapter includes an antenna base attached to a spacer that is installed between the vehicle third brake light and the third brake light opening. The spacer is provided with gaskets, substantially identical to the OEM third brake light gaskets, which provide weatherproof seals between the spacer and the vehicle and between the spacer and the third brake light. Special support brackets enable the spacer to grip the inside of the vehicle passenger compartment to hold it securely to the vehicle without extensive modifications to the vehicle structure itself.

Radome for vehicles

The radome for vehicles comprises a radio transmissive transparent layer (9) and a decorative element (6), wherein the decorative element (6) comprises a brightness and tone element (62) comprising a metal layer (621) and one or more metalloid layers (622). The brightness and tone element (62) preferably comprises two metalloid layers (622, 623), each metalloid layer being made from a different metalloid.It permits to provide a radome for vehicles that allows to match a wider range of appearance specifications (brightness and color tone) defined by the car manufacturers.

METHODS OF MODIFYING ERECT CONCEALED ANTENNA TOWERS AND ASSOCIATED MODIFIED TOWERS AND DEVICES THEREFOR

The disclosure describes installing an antenna canister in a portion of a concealed antenna pole at a location that is below a top of the pole while the antenna pole is erect and associated components to facilitate the procedure, as well as multi-piece vertical rods, pole mounting bracket assemblies and retrofit kits. 1. A kit for modifying and/or retrofitting an erect concealed antenna tower with an additional antenna canister , comprising:a first bracket assembly configured to attach to a concealed antenna pole at a first location;a second bracket assembly configured to attach to the concealed antenna pole at a second spaced apart location above the first location; anda vertical member having a longitudinally extending centerline configured to attach to the first and second bracket assemblies so that, in position, the centerline of the vertical member is longitudinally aligned with an axially extending centerline of a hollow core of the pole.2. The kit of claim 1 , wherein the first and second bracket assemblies include at least one curved vertical plate with apertures that attach to an outer wall of the pole.3. The kit of claim 1 , wherein the vertical member comprises a plurality of longitudinally extending arcuate sections that attach together and define an open center space.4. The kit of claim 1 , wherein the vertical member has a length that is between about 5-15 feet.5. The kit of claim 1 , wherein the curved vertical plates have apertures that align with apertures in the wall of the pole claim 1 , and wherein the kit further comprises a plurality of bolts that extend through the apertures.6. The kit of claim 1 , further comprising:a first inner sleeve configured to attach to the second bracket assembly and extending in a longitudinal direction; anda second inner sleeve configured to attach to the first bracket assembly and extending in a longitudinal direction, wherein opposing end portions of the vertical member attach to the upper and lower inner sleeves. ...

FLANGED TORSION BOX CELL POLE

A cell pole that is easily manufactured, provides good structural qualities, permits near continuous vertical positioning of supported antennas while shrouding/concealing the supported antennas. The pole includes a central torsion box and a plurality of outwardly extending flanges. The pole provides significant structural rigidity based on the concepts of an I-beam. The pole may be produced in an extrusion molding process significantly reduces manufacturing costs. 1. A small cell pole , comprising:an elongated hollow central member, the hollow central member having a lower end for attachment to a support surface and a free upper end;a plurality of flanges extending outwardly from the hollow central member and extending along a length of the hollow central member;a first antenna unit disposed between a first adjacent pair of the plurality of flanges; anda shroud extending between the first adjacent pair of the plurality of flanges, wherein the shroud extends over and at least partially covers the first antenna unit.2. The pole of claim , wherein the hollow central member has a sidewall forming a closed geometric shape.3. The pole of claim 2 , wherein the hollow central member is a triangular hollow central member.4. The pole of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of flanges comprises three flanges attached proximate to vertexes of the triangular hollow central member.5. The pole of claim 1 , wherein each flange has an inner end fixedly attached to the hollow central member and a free outer end.6. The pole of claim 5 , wherein the free outer end further comprises an end cap.7. The pole of claim 1 , wherein the hollow central member and the plurality of flanges are integrally formed.8. The pole of claim 1 , further comprising:a channel or protrusion formed into or onto an outer surface of the hollow central member between adjacent flanges, wherein the channel or protrusion is configured for mounting an element to the pole.9. The pole of claim 1 , further comprising:a ...

PASSIVE-INTERMODULATION-MITIGATING MOUNTING ASSEMBLY

A passive-intermodulation-mitigating mounting assembly for a fixture, such as can be affixed to a utility or communications monopole can include a first bracket and a second bracket respectively defining a first through hole and a second through hole. In some examples, a mounting plate supports an antenna or a radio. A fastener can extend through the first through hole and the second through hole, for instance to couple the first bracket with the second bracket to attach the mounting assembly to a fixture. The passive-intermodulation-mitigating mounting assembly can include a bushing that can be inserted into a through hole, and the bushing can physically and electrically isolate the fastener from one or more of the brackets. The isolation of the bushing helps inhibit the passive-intermodulation of the mounting assembly when the fastener extends, via the first bushing, through at least one of the through holes. 1. A passive-intermodulation-mitigating mounting assembly for a utility or communications fixture , the mounting assembly comprising:a first bracket defining a first through hole and including a mounting plate extending from the first bracket, wherein the mounting plate is configured to support an antenna or a radio and the first bracket is electrically-conductive;a second bracket defining a second through hole, wherein the second bracket is electrically-conductive;a fastener configured to extend through the first through hole and the second through hole to couple the first bracket with the second bracket to attach the mounting assembly to the fixture, wherein the fastener is electrically-conductive; anda dielectric first ring configured for alignment with the first through hole or the second through hole to help physically and electrically isolate the electrically-conductive fastener from the electrically-conductive first bracket or the electrically-conductive second bracket such that dielectric isolation provided by the dielectric first ring helps inhibit ...

PROTECTIVE CASE FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICE

A protective case for an electronic device includes an outer shell and an inner cushion liner. The inner cushion liner is attached to an inner surface of the outer shell. The inner cushion layer is configured to receive the electronic device when the electronic device is installed in the protective case and is configured to contact and cover at least portions of the back and sides of the installed electronic device. The inner cushion liner comprises a first material for cushioning the installed electronic device as well as one or more regions of a second material configured to be in proximity to one or more antennas or antenna regions of the installed electronic device, respectively. The second material has a lower dielectric constant than the first material in at least a preferred frequency range of the electronic device. 1. A protective case for an electronic device having a first antenna region and a second antenna region , the protective case comprising:an outer shell; andan inner cushion liner attached to an inner surface of the outer shell, wherein the inner cushion liner is configured to receive the electronic device when the electronic device is installed in the protective case, wherein the inner cushion liner is configured to contact and cover at least portions of a back and sides of the installed electronic device, wherein the inner cushion liner comprises a first material for cushioning the installed electronic device, wherein the inner cushion liner further comprises two or more separate regions of a second material, wherein the regions of the second material are each configured to be in proximity to a respective one of the first antenna region and the second antenna region of the installed electronic device, and wherein the second material has a dielectric constant that is lower than a dielectric constant of the first material in at least one operating frequency range of the electronic device.2. The protective case of wherein the two or more regions of ...

COMPACT RADIO FREQUENCY ANTENNA APPARATUSES

Antenna assemblies are described herein. In particular, described herein are multi-focal-point antenna devices and compact radio frequency (RF) antenna devices. Any of these assemblies may include a primary feed that includes a single patterned emitting surface from which multiple different beams of RF signals are emitted corresponding to different antenna input feeds each communicating with the patterned antenna emitting surface. The antenna assembly is therefore capable of emitting beams in the same direction having different polarizations using a single primary feed. 1. A radio device comprising:an antenna having at least three input feeds; andradio circuitry coupled to each of the three antenna input feeds, wherein the radio circuitry is configured to cause the antenna to radiate three independent and uncoupled beams.2. The radio device of claim 1 , wherein the antenna further comprises a plurality of edges and a plurality of folded regions claim 1 , wherein each of the at least three input feeds is located on a respective one of the folded regions.3. The radio device of claim 1 , wherein the antenna further comprises a grounding pin corresponding to each of the three input feeds.4. The radio device of claim 3 , wherein the antenna further comprises a plurality of edges and a plurality of folded regions claim 3 , wherein each of the at least three input feeds and a corresponding grounding pin are located on a respective one of the folded regions.5. The radio device of claim 1 , wherein the antenna has a generally triangular shape and has three antenna input feeds.6. The radio device of claim 1 , wherein the antenna has a generally square shape and has four antenna input feeds.7. The radio device of claim 1 , wherein the antenna has a generally rectangular shape and has four antenna input feeds.8. The radio device of claim 1 , wherein the antenna comprises a respective patterned radiating emitter corresponding to each of the antenna feeds.9. The radio device of ...

Antenna unit

An antenna unit applied to an electronic device is provided. The antenna unit includes an input/output (I/O) element, a conductive wire and a magnetic material. The outer surface of the input/output element has a spiral groove. The conductive wire is disposed in the spiral groove of the input/output element. The magnetic material may be adhered above or/and under the conductive wire according to different designs. Thus, the conductive wire is insulated from the metal of environment or the input/output element.

SATELLITE FOR END-TO-END BEAMFORMING WITH ACCESS NODE CLUSTERS

Methods and systems are described for providing end-to-end beamforming. For example, end-to-end beamforming systems include end-to-end relays and ground networks to provide communications to user terminals located in user beam coverage areas. The ground segment can include geographically distributed access nodes and a central processing system. Return uplink signals, transmitted from the user terminals, have multipath induced by a plurality of receive/transmit signal paths in the end to end relay and are relayed to the ground network. The ground network, using beamformers, recovers user data streams transmitted by the user terminals from return downlink signals. The ground network, using beamformers generates forward uplink signals from appropriately weighted combinations of user data streams that, after relay by the end-end-end relay, produce forward downlink signals that combine to form user beams. 1. A system for providing a communication service to user terminals geographically distributed over a user coverage area via an end-to-end relay comprising multiple receive/transmit signal paths , comprising:means for receiving composite input forward signals, each of the composite input forward signals being a respective superposition of a plurality of forward uplink signals transmitted by a set of access nodes, the set of access nodes comprising access nodes of at least one of a plurality of access node clusters, wherein each of the plurality of access node clusters comprises a plurality of access nodes at geographically distributed locations within a corresponding one of a plurality of access node areas;means for generating a plurality of forward downlink signals from the composite input forward signals; andmeans for transmitting the plurality of forward downlink signals to a plurality of the user terminals.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the means for receiving further comprises:first means for receiving the composite input forward signals transmitted by a first ...

COMBINATION OF RFID ANTENNA AND ILLUMINATION DEVICE

A combination of a RFID antenna and an illumination device contains: a casing, a lighting unit, and a RFID antenna. The casing includes a metal plate and a fixing frame which has an opening and being mounted on a front end of the metal plate. The lighting unit includes a light guide plate and multiple light emitting elements, wherein the lighting unit is defined between the metal plate and the fixing frame, the light guide plate is fixed between the metal plate and the fixing frame, and the light guide plate has a transporting face facing the opening of the fixing frame so that the lights illuminate to the transporting face of the light guide plate from the multiple light emitting element. The RFID antenna is accommodated in the front end of the metal plate and is defined between the light guide plate and the metal plate. 1. A combination of a RFID antenna and an illumination device comprising:a casing including a metal plate and a fixing frame, the fixing frame having an opening and being mounted on a front end of the metal plate;a lighting unit including a light guide plate and multiple light emitting elements arranged on a peripheral side of the light guide plate, wherein the lighting unit is defined between the metal plate and the fixing frame, and the light guide plate is fixed between the metal plate and the fixing frame, wherein the light guide plate has a transporting face facing the opening of the fixing frame so that the lights illuminate to the transporting face of the light guide plate from the multiple light emitting element;a RFID antenna accommodated in the front end of the metal plate and is defined between the light guide plate and the metal plate.2. The combination as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the PRID antenna corresponds to a central position of the transporting face of the light guide plate.3. The combination as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the RFID antenna is a circular polarized antenna.4. The combination as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the ...

COMMUNICATION CABLES WITH ILLUMINATION

Methods and systems are provided for enhanced communication cables configurable for distribution of data signals. Such communication cables may have leaky feeder structures, for use in the distribution of data signals. An example communication cable may be configured for supporting at least two separate functions, comprising distribution of data signals and at least one other different function. The communication cable may comprise a core conductor, an insulation shield, an outer conductor that comprises a plurality of apertures, a jacket, and an arrangement arranged at least along sections of a length of the cable, the arrangement being configured for supporting the at least one other different function. The one other different function may comprise illumination. The arrangement may comprise an illumination arrangement which may be arranged at least along sections of the length of the communication cable. 116-. (canceled)17. A system comprising: a core conductor;', 'an insulation shield;', 'an outer conductor that comprises a plurality of apertures;', 'a jacket; and', 'an arrangement arranged at least along sections of a length of said cable, said arrangement being configured for supporting said at least one other different function., 'a cable configured for supporting at least two separate functions, comprising distribution of data signals and at least one other different function, said cable comprising18. The system of claim 17 , wherein said cable comprises a leaky feeder structure claim 17 , for use in said distribution of data signals.19. The system of claim 17 , wherein one or both of said core conductor and said outer conductor are operable to power said arrangement.20. The system of claim 17 , wherein said at least one other different function comprises illumination.21. The system of claim 17 , wherein said arrangement is arranged radially inside said jacket.22. The system of claim 17 , wherein said jacket is transparent claim 17 , or comprises one or more ...

SMALL CELL BASE STATION INTEGRATED WITH STOREFRONT SIGN

An assembly includes: a) a housing comprising a floor, a ceiling, a rear wall, a front wall, and opposed side walls that define a cavity, wherein the side walls include illuminable informational markings; an antenna; c) a radio residing in the cavity of the housing connected with the antenna; and d) a power source attached to the radio; wherein the power source is employed to illuminate the informational markings. 1. An assembly , comprising:(a) a housing comprising a floor, a ceiling, a rear wall, a front wall, and opposed side walls that define a cavity, wherein the side walls include illuminable informational markings;(b) an antenna;(c) first and second radios residing in the cavity of the housing connected with the antenna; and{'claim-text': 'wherein the power source is employed to illuminate the informational markings.', '#text': '(d) a power source attached to the radios;'}2. The assembly defined in claim 1 , further comprising an optical signal source attached to the radios.3. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the housing is mounted to a storefront.4. The assembly defined in claim 3 , wherein the housing is mounted to an illuminated sign of the storefront.5. The assembly defined in claim 3 , wherein the housing is mounted substantially perpendicularly to the storefront.6. (canceled)7. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the assembly has overall dimensions of between about 50 cm×50 cm×20 cm to 70 cm×70 cm×25 cm.8. The assembly defined in claim 1 , further comprising LEDs within the housing claim 1 , the LEDs configured and positioned to illuminate the informational markings.9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the floor is perforated.12. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the ceiling is mounted above upper edges of the sidewalk to create at least one gap therebetween.13. The assembly defined in claim 1 , further comprising a blower.14. (canceled)15. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the front ...

ANTENNA MOUNTING BRACKET ASSEMBLY

An assembly for mounting an antenna to a mounting structure, such as a street pole, is provided. The antenna assembly can include an tipper and a lower mounting bracket that can be attached to an antenna. Each mounting bracket has hooks designed to be inserted into pre-formed holes in the mounting structure. The antenna becomes secured to the mounting structure when the hooks latch into the pre-formed holes of the mounting structure. 1. An antenna assembly , comprising:an antenna;a first mounting bracket mounted to the antenna comprising a first panel and a first plurality of hooks, wherein the first plurality of hooks is configured to secure the first mounting bracket to a mounting structure; anda second mounting bracket mounted to the antenna comprising a second panel and a second plurality of hooks, wherein the second plurality of hooks is configured to secure the second mounting bracket to the mounting structure.wherein the first mounting bracket and the second mounting bracket are configured to secure the antenna to the mounting structure.2. The antenna assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first plurality of hooks are configured at an angle greater than 90 degrees with respect to the first panel of the first claim 1 , mounting bracket.3. The antenna assembly of claim 1 , wherein the second plurality of hooks are configured at an angle greater than 90 degrees with respect to the second panel of the second mounting bracket claim 1 ,4. The antenna assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first mounting bracket further comprises a flange perpendicular to the first panel configured to further secure the first mounting bracket.5. The antenna assembly of claim 1 , wherein the second mounting bracket further comprises an extension parallel to the second panel configured to further secure the second mounting bracket.6. The antenna assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first and second pluralities of hooks are configured to insert into pre-formed holes in the mounting structure to ...

Antennas for Electronic Device With Heat Spreader

An electronic device may have wireless circuitry with antennas. The electronic device may have a dielectric housing. A printed circuit board with electrical components may be mounted in the dielectric housing. Heat spreader structures may be used to dissipate heat from the electrical components. The heat spreader structures be configured to form antenna cavities. The antennas in the electronic device may be formed from the antenna cavities and may have antenna resonating elements formed on the printed circuit. An electrical component such as a light-emitting diode may be mounted in one of the antenna cavities. Each antenna element may be an inverted-F antenna resonating element with short and long arms. The short arm of each antenna resonating element may be formed from edge plated metal traces on an edge of the printed circuit. 1. An electronic device , comprising:a printed circuit board;electrical components on the printed circuit board;a heat spreader that dissipates heat from the electrical components; andan antenna having an antenna element and an antenna cavity formed at least partly from the heat spreader.2. The electronic device defined in further comprising an electrical component in the antenna cavity.3. The electronic device defined in wherein the electrical component comprises a light-emitting diode.4. The electronic device defined in wherein the antenna element comprises an antenna resonating element formed from metal traces on the printed circuit board.5. The electronic device defined in wherein the printed circuit board has an edge and wherein the metal traces include an edge-plated metal trace on the edge.6. The electronic device defined in wherein the antenna responding element comprises an inverted-F antenna resonating element having first and second arms.7. The electronic device defined in wherein the first arm is longer than the second arm.8. The electronic device defined in wherein the edge-plated metal trace forms the second arm.9. The ...

ASSEMBLIES FOR REDUCING PASSIVE INTERMODULATION IN TELECOMMUNICATIONS STRUCTURES

The present disclosure describes a telecommunications structure. The telecommunications structure includes an antenna frame including a plurality of horizontal members and a plurality of vertical members mounted on the horizontal members, wherein one or more of the vertical members are formed of a fiber-reinforced polymer and at least one piece of telecommunications equipment mounted on one of the fiber-reinforced polymer vertical members. Assemblies including passive intermodulation reducing mechanical connections are also described herein. 1. A passive intermodulation reducing assembly for a telecommunications structure , the assembly comprising an antenna frame including a plurality of horizontal members and a plurality of vertical members mounted on the horizontal members , 'wherein one or more of the fiber-reinforced polymer vertical members is mounted on a horizontal member via a passive intermodulation reducing member.', 'wherein one or more of the vertical members is formed of a fiber-reinforced polymer, and'}2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the passive intermodulation reducing member comprises a clevis having an epoxy applied on an interior surface of the clevis such that a fiber-reinforced polymer vertical member is secured within the clevis.3. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the passive intermodulation reducing member comprises:a first clamp member including a first partial tubular section;a second clamp member including a second partial tubular section; anda polymeric sleeve sized and configured to fit around a section of a fiber-reinforced polymer vertical member,wherein the first and second partial tubular sections are configured to engage the fiber-reinforced polymer vertical member such that the polymeric sleeve resides between the vertical member and the first and second clamp members,wherein the first and second clamp members are configured to secure the vertical member to a horizontal member.4. The assembly of claim 3 , wherein the polymeric ...

TILTED ANTENNA BOBBINS AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE

An antenna assembly includes a bobbin that provides a cylindrical body that defines an outer radial surface, an inner radial surface, and a central axis. One or more channels are defined on the outer radial surface, and each channel provides a first sidewall, a second sidewall opposite the first sidewall, a floor, and a pocket jointly defined by the first sidewall and the floor. A coil including one or more wires is wrapped about the bobbin and received within the one or more channels. 1. A method , comprising: a cylindrical body defining an outer radial surface, an inner radial surface, and a central axis;', 'one or more channels defined by the outer radial surface, each channel including a first sidewall, a second sidewall opposite the first sidewall, a floor, and an annular pocket jointly defined by the first sidewall and the floor, the first sidewall extending from the outer radial surface to an intermediate location in the cylindrical body at a first angle and extending from the intermediate location to the floor at a second angle, the first angle being non-orthogonal to the outer radial surface and the second angle being orthogonal to the outer radial surface, wherein the annular pocket includes an angled leg that represents a portion of the first sidewall from the intermediate location in the cylindrical body to the floor, wherein each channel further provides a first transition surface between the angled leg and the floor and a second transition surface between the second sidewall and the floor, wherein at least one of the first and second transition surfaces is curved; and', 'a coil including one or more wires wrapped about the bobbin and received within the one or more channels; and, 'introducing a wellbore logging tool into a wellbore, the wellbore logging tool including a tool mandrel and a bobbin secured to an outer surface of the tool mandrel, wherein the bobbin includesobtaining measurements of a surrounding subterranean formation with the wellbore ...

Lamp Post with Tubular Pole

Example embodiments relate to lamp posts with tubular poles. One example lamp post includes a tubular pole made out of a non-metallic material. The lamp post also includes a modular support structure arranged in the pole. The modular support structure includes at least one carrier module for carrying at least one component. The carrier module includes a top interface, a bottom interface, and an elongated structure between the top and bottom interface. 1. A lamp post comprising:a tubular pole made out of a non-metallic material; anda modular support structure arranged in said pole, said modular support structure comprising at least one carrier module for carrying at least one component, wherein the carrier module comprises a top interface, a bottom interface and an elongated structure between the top and bottom interface.2. The lamp post according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one carrier module comprises a first carrier module and a second carrier module for carrying a first and a second component claim 1 , respectively claim 1 , said first carrier module being arranged above or below the second carrier module claim 1 , wherein the first and the second carrier module each comprise a first interface claim 1 , a second interface and an elongated structure between the first and second interface claim 1 , and wherein the second interface of the first carrier module is connected to the first interface of the second carrier module.3. The lamp post according to claim 2 , wherein the first carrier module is formed as a first rigid frame and wherein the second carrier module is formed as a second rigid frame which is distinct from the first rigid frame.4. The lamp post according to claim 1 , wherein the non-metallic material is a fiber reinforced plastic material claim 1 , preferably a glass fiber reinforced plastic material.5. The lamp post according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one component comprises any one of the following: an antenna component claim 1 , ...

ANTENNA AND COMMUNICATION APPARATUS

An antenna includes, a radiation conductor that is fed by one end, has another end serving as an opened end, and emits or receives radio waves, a first grounding conductor that is installed at the one end side of the radiation conductor and is grounded, a second grounding conductor that is electrically coupled with the first grounding conductor and is formed in a cylindrical shape around the radiation conductor with an elongation direction of the radiation conductor as an axial direction. At least one of the first grounding conductor and the second grounding conductor is electric-field coupled with a conductor where the antenna is installed. 1.An antenna comprising:a radiation conductor configured to be fed by one end, have another end serving as an opened end, and emit or receive radio waves;a first grounding conductor configured to be installed at a side of the one end of the radiation conductor and be grounded;a second grounding conductor configured to be electrically coupled with the first grounding conductor and be formed in a cylindrical shape around the radiation conductor with an elongation direction of the radiation conductor as an axial direction; andat least one of the first grounding conductor and the second grounding conductor configured to be electric-field coupled with a conductor where the antenna is installed.2. The antenna according to claim 1 , wherein the radiation conductor is formed so as to have a larger size on a plane orthogonal to the elongation direction as the radiation conductor approaches the another end along the elongation direction of the radiation conductor.3. The antenna according to claim 1 , wherein the second grounding conductor is formed with a protrusion that protrudes toward the radiation conductor at an end portion of a side opposite to the first grounding conductor.4. The antenna according to claim 1 , wherein the first grounding conductor is formed in a flat plate shape claim 1 ,the second grounding conductor is ...

Lighting System For AM Transmission Towers

The system is for use with an AM transmission tower and comprises: a LED light mounted in use on the tower; a photocell; a LED beacon mounted in use on the tower; a controller; an RF choke interposed between and operatively coupling the beacon and the controller; and an RF choke interposed between and operatively coupling the photocell and the controller. 1. An improved system for lighting a tower , the system being of the type including red LED lights on the tower , a white LED light on the beacon , a photocell , a controller operatively coupled to the lights and photocell to operate the lights responsive to the photocell and an RF choke interposed between the beacon light and the controller to isolate the controller from the RF energy on the tower , the improvement comprising:a further RF choke interposed between (i) the input power and the controller and (ii) between the photocell and the controller.2. A system for use with an AM transmission tower and an ATU building , the system comprising:a red LED double obstruction light mounted in use on the tower;a photocell;a white LED beacon mounted in use on the tower;in the ATU building, a controller;an RF choke interposed between and operatively coupling the beacon and the controller; andan RF choke interposed between and operatively coupling the photocell and the controller.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the RF choke interposed between and operatively coupling the photocell and the controller is alsointerposed between and operatively coupling the controller and controller input power; andinterposed between and operatively coupling the double obstruction light and the controller.4. The system of or claim 2 , wherein a double obstruction light RF choke is interposed betweenthe double obstruction light; andthe RF choke interposed between the photocell and the controller.5. Use of the improved system of for illuminating an AM transmission tower. This application claims the benefit of the priority of the following U.S ...

HEAT-RADIATING MECHANISM FOR ANTENNA DEVICE

The present disclosure relates to a heat-radiating mechanism for an antenna device, and particularly, includes: a plurality of communication elements generating predetermined heat upon electrical operation, a heat-radiating combined case having the plurality of communication elements accommodated in one surface thereof and a plurality of heat-radiating ribs integrally formed on the other surface thereof, and an antenna board mounted with the plurality of communication elements on one surface of the heat-radiating combined case, in which the plurality of heat-radiating ribs are formed such that the rising airflow formed by being heat-radiated from the relatively lower portion of the heat-radiating combined case is exhausted to be inclined upward to the left and right outsides of the heat-radiating combined case in the width direction from the relatively upper position, thereby improving the heat-radiating performance of the antenna device. 1. A heat-radiating mechanism for the antenna device comprising:a plurality of communication elements generating predetermined heat upon electrical operation;a heat-radiating combined case having the plurality of communication elements accommodated in one surface thereof and a plurality of heat-radiating ribs integrally formed on the other surface thereof, and formed to be vertically and longitudinally elongated; andan antenna board mounted with the plurality of communication elements on one surface of the heat-radiating combined case,wherein the plurality of heat-radiating ribs are formed such that the rising airflow formed by being heat-radiated from the relatively lower portion of the heat-radiating combined case is exhausted to be inclined upward to the left and right outsides of the heat-radiating combined case in the width direction from the relatively upper position.2. The heat-radiating mechanism for the antenna device of claim 1 ,wherein the plurality of heat-radiating ribs comprise:a plurality of extrusion heat-radiating ...

HOUSING

Near field radio communication with a communication device located at or near a housing is enabled in a simple configuration. A housing defining at least part of a space having a prescribed shape includes an NFC antenna. In addition, the NFC antenna is disposed along a surface of the housing for performing the near field radio communication with an NFC card located inside the space having the prescribed shape. 1. A housing defining at least part of a space having a prescribed shape , the housing comprising:an antenna disposed along a surface of the housing and configured to perform near field radio communication with a communication device located inside the space defined by the housing.2. The housing according to claim 1 ,wherein at least part of the housing is transparent.3. The housing according to claim 2 ,wherein the antenna includes a transparent antenna disposed on a transparent portion of the housing.4. The housing according to claim 1 ,wherein the housing includes a cylindrical portion or part of a cylindrical portion, inside which the communication device is allowed to enter.5. The housing according to claim 4 ,wherein the antenna is configured to assist communication between a first communication device disposed inside the cylindrical portion or the part of the cylindrical portion and a second communication device disposed outside the cylindrical portion or the part of the cylindrical portion.6. The housing according to claim 1 ,wherein the antenna is configured to assist communication between a first communication device disposed inside the space having a prescribed shape and a second communication device being outside the space and disposed on a position facing the first communication device across the antenna.7. The housing according to claim 2 ,wherein the housing includes a cylindrical portion or part of a cylindrical portion, inside which the communication device is allowed to enter.8. The housing according to claim 3 ,wherein the housing includes a ...

RETAINER SYSTEM FOR A MOBILE-TELEPHONY ANTENNA AND A MOBILE-TELEPHONY COMPONENT

The invention relates to an improved retainer system for a mobile-telephony antenna and a mobile-telephony component, which is characterised inter alia, by the following features:—said mobile-telephony component (MK) is secured, on the carrier side, by a retainer system which is separate from the retainer device () for said mobile-telephony antenna (MA),—the retainer system also comprises at least one carrier-side mobile-telephony component-retainer device (),—said mobile-telephony component (MK) comprises at least component-side mobile-telephony component-retainer device (),—an interface and/or separating point (X) or a pivoting and/or displacement plane (E) is formed between said carrier-side mobile-telephony component-retainer device () and the respective component-side mobile-telephony component-retainer device (), and—when the associated fixture means are released, the mounted mobile-telephony component (MK) may be removed, with the component-side mobile-telephony component-retainer device (), in a lateral direction (SR) out of the spacing (A) by means of displacement and/or pivoting and/or rotation, leaving behind the carrier-side mobile-telephony component-retainer device () even with said mobile-telephony antenna (MA) remaining mounted. 1. Retainer system for a mobile-telephony antenna and a mobile-telephony component , the mobile-telephony antenna being mountable on a mast-shaped or wall-shaped support , the retainer system comprising:at least two antenna holding devices, structured to be mounted on the support side and positioned vertically or predominantly vertically mutually offset, having an upper and a lower antenna holding device,each of the at least two antenna-side antenna holding devices being fixable or fixed directly or indirectly to a support-side antenna holding device,at least one spacer, which is part of at least a support-side antenna holding device or an antenna-side antenna holding device or is mounted as a separate component between the ...

COMMUNICATION CABLES WITH ILLUMINATION

Methods and systems are provided for designing, implementing, and/or using communication cables comprising a leaky feeder structure, which may be configurable for homogeneous distribution of data signals. An example communication cable may comprise a core conductor, an insulation shield surrounding the core conductor, an outer conductor around the insulation shield and having one or more apertures arranged along its length, and a jacket at least partly covering the outer conductor. The communication cable may also comprise an illumination arrangement which may be arranged at least along sections of the length of the cable. The illumination arrangement may comprise a plurality of light emitting units. 1. A system comprising: a core conductor;', 'an insulation shield;', 'an outer conductor that comprises a plurality of apertures;', 'a jacket; and', 'an illumination arrangement arranged at least along sections of a length of the cable., 'communication cable having a leaky feeder structure, for use in distribution of data signals, the communication cable comprising2. The system of claim 1 , wherein one or both of the core conductor and the outer conductor are operable to power the illumination arrangement.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the illumination arrangement comprises one or more light units.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the illumination arrangement comprises one or more of: emitting diodes claim 1 , illuminated fiber tubes claim 1 , illuminated fiber strips claim 1 , plastic optical fibers claim 1 , fluorescence units claim 1 , lasers claim 1 , and bulbs.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the illumination arrangement is arranged radially inside the jacket.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the jacket is transparent claim 1 , or comprises one or more transparent areas or openings at least in regions of the illumination arrangement.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein:the illumination arrangement comprises one or more light units arranged radially inside the ...

Techniques for standardizing antenna architecture

Technology for standardizing an antenna design for a computing device includes an antenna element in the shape of an object that is commonly useful with multiple, different computing products. For example, in one embodiment the antenna element is a bracket for holding a stylus or other object within a stylus chamber that is associated with the computing device. The dimension and composition of the antenna remain relatively constant to provide a consistent radiation pattern requiring little or no redesign when implemented across the different products, since it may be placed at an edge of a device, by a stylus holder, or similar, common location that is a distance from a ground plane and device circuitry.

ANTENNA EQUIPMENT MOUNT

An antenna mount assembly disclosed herein provides for an efficient and elegant solution for installation of antenna equipment on existing wooden poles. An implementation of the antenna equipment mount includes one or more concave mounting plates, each of the plurality of concave mounting plates configured to be attached to a pole and a plurality of mount elements, each of the plurality of mount elements irremovably attached at a first end to one of the concave mounting plates and attached at another end to a C-channel bracket. Each of the concave mounting plates includes a threaded opening aligned with a threaded opening in the C-channel bracket. 1. An antenna equipment mount assembly , comprising:one or more concave mounting plates, each of the plurality of concave mounting plates configured to be attached to a pole; anda plurality of mount elements, each of the plurality of mount elements irremovably attached at a first end to one of the concave mounting plates and attached at another end to a C-channel bracket;wherein each of the concave mounting plates includes a threaded opening aligned with a threaded opening in the C-channel bracket such that a carriage bolt can be inserted through the opening in the C-channel bracket and through at least one of the plurality of concave mounting plates and at least one concave enclosing plate to securely attach the antenna equipment mount assembly to a pole.2. The antenna equipment mount assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of concave enclosing plates claim 1 , each of the plurality of concave enclosing plates configured to attach to the one or more of the concave mounting plates using one or more carriage bolts.3. The antenna equipment mount assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one concave enclosing plate is configured to attach to the plurality of concave mounting plates using one or more carriage bolts.4. The antenna equipment mount assembly of claim 3 , wherein the at least one concave enclosing ...

Beamformer for end-to-end beamforming communications system

Methods and systems are described for providing end-to-end beamforming. For example, end-to-end beamforming systems include end-to-end relays and ground networks to provide communications to user terminals located in user beam coverage areas. The ground segment can include geographically distributed access nodes and a central processing system. Return uplink signals, transmitted from the user terminals, have multipath induced by a plurality of receive/transmit signal paths in the end to end relay and are relayed to the ground network. The ground network, using beamformers, recovers user data streams transmitted by the user terminals from return downlink signals. The ground network, using beamformers generates forward uplink signals from appropriately weighted combinations of user data streams that, after relay by the end-end-end relay, produce forward downlink signals that combine to form user beams.

Communication cables with illumination

Methods and systems are provided for designing, implementing, and/or using communication cables comprising a leaky feeder structure, which may be configurable for homogeneous distribution of data signals. An example communication cable may comprise a core conductor, an insulation shield surrounding the core conductor, an outer conductor around the insulation shield and having one or more apertures arranged along its length, and a jacket at least partly covering the outer conductor. The communication cable may also comprise an illumination arrangement which may be arranged at least along sections of the length of the cable. The illumination arrangement may comprise a plurality of light emitting units.

RADOME CASING AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE RADOME CASING

Invention relates to a radome casing and method for its manufacturing. The radome casing comprises walls () of composite material which includes reinforcement fibers () and matrix resin () binding the fibers together. The walls include a radiation transmission window () through which the radiation of a radome antenna passes when the radome antenna () is mounted inside the radome casing (). The amount of fibers in the radiation transmission window () is reduced to be less than 40-5% of the amount of fibers elsewhere in the casing walls (). The reduction of reinforcement fibers in the radiation transmission window () reduces attenuation of the high frequency radiation. 1. Radome casing comprising walls of composite material which includes reinforcement fibers and matrix resin binding the fibers together , the walls including a radiation transmission window through which the radiation of a radome antenna passes when the radome antenna is mounted inside the radome casing , characterized in that the walls are composed of a straight tubular or C-formed profile and the amount of fibers in the radiation transmission window is less than 40% of the amount of reinforcement fibers elsewhere in the casing walls , and that the radiation transmission window has a sandwich structure having surface layers and a middle layer between the surface layers , the reinforcement fibers being concentrated in the surface layers and the middle layer being made of a filling material.2. Radome casing according to claim 1 , characterized in that the thickness of the middle layer is more than 80% of the thickness of the radiation transmission window and a dielectric constant of the filling material is less than 4.3. Radome casing according to claim 1 , characterized in that the amount of fibers in the radiation transmission window is less than 20% of the amount of reinforcement fibers elsewhere in the casing walls.4. Radome casing according to claim 1 , characterized in that the filling material is ...

WIRELESS CONTROL DEVICE HAVING AN ANTENNA ILLUMINATED WITH VISIBLE LIGHT

A wireless control device, such as a system controller for a load control system, may comprise a light-transmissive cover for an antenna that may be illuminated to provide feedback to a user of the load control system. The light-transmissive cover may receive light energy from a light-generating circuit to provide a visible display of the light energy. The wireless control device may be mounted to, for example, a ceiling, and the light-transmissive cover may extend from the wireless control device (e.g., down from the ceiling). The light-transmissive cover may be viewed by a user at large viewing angles and at a distance away from the wireless control device, which may simplify and improve reliability of commissioning of the load control system as well as speed up troubleshooting of the load control system after commissioning is completed. 1. A wireless control device for use in a load control system , the wireless control device comprising:a wireless communication circuit;an antenna coupled to said wireless communication circuit and configured to transmit and/or receive wireless signals;a control circuit coupled to said wireless communication circuit and configured to control the generation of signals by said wireless communication circuit to be transmitted by said antenna;a visible-light-generating circuit coupled to said control circuit; anda light-transmissive cover surrounding said antenna, said light-transmissive cover receiving light energy from said light-generating circuit to visibly display the light energy.2. The wireless control device of claim 1 , further comprising:a housing containing said control circuit, said visible-light-generating circuit and said wireless communication circuit, said antenna comprising an antenna element extending from said housing and surrounded by said light-transmissive cover.3. The wireless control device of claim 2 , wherein said light-generating circuit comprises one or more light-emitting diodes capable of producing ...

ANTENNA DEVICE AND METHOD FOR ATTACHING THE SAME

An antenna device includes: a radio device for radio wave transmission; a primary radiator that has a function to radiates radio waves generated by the radio device; a parabolic reflector that reflects the radio waves radiated from the primary radiator; a shroud that shields against unnecessary radiation radio waves among the radio waves radiated from the primary radiator and reflected by the parabolic reflector; and an antenna mounting mechanism that fits the parabolic reflector to an antenna attachment pole. The shroud is arranged so as to cover at least a right and left of the parabolic reflector, the radio device and the primary radiator are arranged inside the shroud, and the antenna mounting mechanism fits the parabolic reflector to the antenna attachment pole so that the antenna attachment pole is located at a lateral center position of the parabolic reflector. 1. An antenna device comprising:a radio device for radio wave transmission;a primary radiator that has a function to radiate radio waves generated by the radio device;a parabolic reflector that reflects the radio waves radiated from the primary radiator;a shroud that shields against unnecessary radiation radio waves among the radio waves radiated from the primary radiator and reflected by the parabolic reflector; andan antenna mounting mechanism that fits the parabolic reflector to an antenna attachment pole, whereinthe shroud is arranged so as to cover at least a right and left of the parabolic reflector,the radio device and the primary radiator are arranged inside the shroud, andthe antenna mounting mechanism fits the parabolic reflector to the antenna attachment pole so that the antenna attachment pole is located at a lateral center position of the parabolic reflector.2. The antenna device according to claim 1 , whereinthe radio device and the primary radiator are directly coupled to each other, andthe radio device is arranged at a lower inside of the shroud.3. The antenna device according to claim ...

COMMUNICATION CABLES WITH ILLUMINATION

Methods and systems are provided for enhanced communication cables which may be configured for supporting at least two separate functions, including distribution of data and at least one other different function. An example enhanced cable may include an arrangement along at least a section of the cable, with that arrangement configured for supporting at least the other different function. The other different function may include illumination. The arrangement may include an illumination arrangement. The cable may include light guiding material configured for use in conjunction with the illumination arrangement. The cable may include a jacket configured to accommodate the arrangement. The cable may include one or more apertures arranged on at least one component of the cable, in accordance with a specific pattern based on the arrangement. A location and/or a shape of at least one aperture may be configured based on at least one component of the arrangement. 116-. (canceled)17. A system comprising: the two separate functions comprising distribution of data and at least one other different function; and', 'the cable comprises an arrangement along at least a section of the cable, the arrangement configured for supporting the at least one other different function., 'a cable configured for supporting at least two separate functions, wherein18. The system of claim 17 , comprising one or more circuits configured for supporting the distribution of data and/or the at least one other different function.19. The system of claim 17 , wherein the at least one other different function comprises illumination.20. The system of claim 17 , wherein the cable comprises one or more conductors claim 17 , and at least one conductor provides power to the arrangement.21. The system of claim 20 , wherein the one or more conductors comprise metal conductors.22. The system of claim 17 , wherein the cable comprises a jacket configured to accommodate the arrangement.23. The system of claim 22 , ...

Decorative Antenna

Disclosed is a decorative antenna having an antenna body, a first cap, a first decorative sleeve, a second cap, and a second decorative sleeve. The antenna body includes an internal cavity extending from a proximal end towards a distal end, and a mast portion between the distal end and the proximal end. The first cap is adapted to removably secure against the distal end. The first decorative sleeve is adapted to be removably placed over the first decorative surface. The second cap includes a second decorative surface. The second cap is adapted to be removably secured against the distal end. The second cap is adapted to removably receive the securing portion. The second cap is adapted to removably secure against a signal source and maintain electrical communication between the signal source and the securing portion. The second decorative sleeve is adapted to be removably placed over the second decorative surface. 1. A decorative antenna , the decorative antenna comprising:an antenna body, the antenna body having a distal end, a proximal end, and a mast portion between the distal end and the proximal end, the antenna body further having an internal cavity extending from the proximal end towards the distal end, the internal cavity adapted to fixably receive a coil body, the coil body comprising wire coil in electrical communication with a securing portion, the securing portion extending out from the proximal end when the coil body is fixed within the internal cavity, the distal end having a first lip, the distal end further having a first decorative surface distally proximate to the first lip;a first cap adapted to removably secure against the distal end;a first decorative sleeve adapted to be removably placed over the first decorative surface between the first lip and the first cap;a second cap having a second decorative surface, the second cap further having a second lip, the second cap adapted to be removably secured against the distal end, the second cap having a ...

Integrated Heatsink and Antenna Structure

An integrated heatsink and antenna structure that is suitable for inclusion in small and midsized computing devices. The integrated heatsink and antenna structure may include heatsink portions and radio frequency antenna portions. The heatsink portions may provide a path for dissipating thermal energy or heat generated by the components in the device (e.g., printed circuit boards, processors, voltage amplifiers, etc.), and the radio frequency (RF) antenna portions may allow the device to send and receive wireless communications. The integrated heatsink and antenna structure may be formed so that radio frequency antenna portions operate to improve the thermal performance of the heatsink portions and/or so that the heatsink portions operate to improve the antenna properties (e.g., radiation patterns, radiation efficiency, bandwidth, input impedance, polarization, directivity, gain, beam-width, voltage standing wave ratio, etc.) of the radio frequency antenna portions. 1. A computing device comprising an integrated heatsink and antenna structure.2. The computing device of claim 1 , wherein the integrated heatsink and antenna structure is a single structure that operates as both a heat sink and a radio frequency antenna.3. The computing device of claim 1 , wherein the integrated heatsink and antenna structure comprises:a radio frequency antenna portion; anda heatsink portion,wherein the radio frequency antenna portion operates to improve the thermal performance of the heatsink portion; andwherein the heatsink portion operates to improve one or more antenna properties of the radio frequency antenna portion.4. The computing device of claim 3 , wherein the heatsink portion operates to improve one or more antenna properties of the radio frequency antenna portion by altering one or more of:radiation patterns of the radio frequency antenna portion;radiation efficiency of the radio frequency antenna portion;bandwidth of the radio frequency antenna portion;input impedance of ...

DEPLOYABLE RADIO FREQUENCY TRANSMISSION LINE

A deployable radio frequency (RF) transmission line, comprising at least two members, hinged together for deployment between a folded state and an unfolded state; and at least one bridge component disposed at each inter-member junction to provide RF coupling for the transfer of RF energy between the at least two hinged members. 1. An apparatus for conveying an electrical signal , comprising:a first member;a second member, hinged to the first member; andat least one bridge component arranged to provide an electromagnetic coupling between the first and second members, whereby a portion of the bridge member spans a gap between the first and second members;wherein the bridge component is configured to be able to move relative to at least one of the first member or second member while maintaining the electromagnetic coupling between the first and second members, such that the length of said portion of the bridge component that spans the gap between the first and second members is variable so as to allow the first and second members to move between a folded state and an unfolded state.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one bridge component is arranged to slide relative to at least one of the first member or second member.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one bridge component is arranged to be moveable relative to both the first member and second member while remaining attached thereto.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising at least one guide assembly provided on at least one of the first member or second member within which the at least one bridge component is arranged to slide.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the guide assembly is arranged to limit the range of movement of the at least one bridge component claim 4 , preferably wherein the guide assembly comprises means for limiting the range of movement of the at least one bridge component.6. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the at least one guide assembly comprises a ...

Method and Arrangement Relating to Antenna Mast of Wireless Communication System

An antenna mast () for supporting at least one antenna of a wireless communication system is provided. The antenna mast () comprises a base section () with a bottom end () and a upper end (), and a first elongated section (). The base section () has a wider first cross section at the bottom end () than a second cross section at the upper end (). The base section () comprises a substantially horizontal top end (). The base section () comprises an outer shell assembled from sheet metal steel plates. The first elongated section () comprises an outer shell assembled from sheet metal steel plates. The first elongated section () is attached to the top end () of the base section () with an open inner connection between the base section () and the first elongated section (). There is further provided a method of producing an antenna mast () for a wireless communication system. 121-. (canceled)23. The antenna mast according to claim 22 , wherein the first elongated section has a polygonal cross section to form a polygonal cylinder.24. The antenna mast according to claim 22 , wherein the base section comprises base section outer surfaces and the first elongated section comprises first elongated section outer surfaces claim 22 , and wherein each base section outer surface is flat and each first elongated section outer surface is flat.25. The antenna mast according to claim 24 , wherein each base section outer surface extends from the bottom end to the upper end of the base section.26. The antenna mast according to claim 24 , wherein the base section comprises at least three side elements claim 24 , each side element comprising three flat portions attached to each other at two corner portions claim 24 , and wherein the side elements are attached to each other along lines extending along the base section outer surfaces from the bottom end to the upper end.27. The antenna mast according to claim 26 , wherein the three flat portions are triangular and the two corner portions ...

Electronic device with keyboard

An electronic device includes circuit board and a keyboard. The keyboard includes a main body, a plurality of key caps, and an antenna module. The plurality of key caps is located on the main body. The antenna module is located on one of the plurality of key caps. The antenna module is configured to receive signals and sends the signals to the circuit board.

METHODS OF MODIFYING ERECT CONCEALED ANTENNA TOWERS AND ASSOCIATED MODIFIED TOWERS AND DEVICES THEREFOR

The disclosure describes installing an antenna canister in a portion of a concealed antenna pole at a location that is below a top of the pole while the antenna pole is erect and associated components to facilitate the procedure, as well as multi-piece vertical rods, pole mounting bracket assemblies and retrofit kits. 1. A concealed antenna tower , comprising:a pole having at least a portion configured as a tubular body with a longitudinally extending cavity holding at least one antenna canister therein, the tubular body having an outer wall with an inner and outer surface and a cut wall section having substantially horizontal upper and lower cut edges residing below the at least one antenna canister;a first bracket assembly attached to the pole at a first location, the first bracket assembly having a plurality of curved vertical plates with upper and lower edge portions;a second bracket assembly attached to the pole at a second spaced apart location above the first location, the second bracket assembly having a plurality of curved vertical plates with upper and lower edge portions; anda vertical member attached to the first and second bracket assemblies and being longitudinally aligned with the cavity of the pole.24. The tower of claim 1 , wherein the upper and lower cut edges are separated by a distance of at least feet claim 1 , and wherein the upper edge portions of the vertical plates of the first bracket assembly are substantially flush with the lower cut edge of the tubular body claim 1 , and wherein the lower edge portions of the vertical plates of the second bracket assembly are substantially flush with the upper cut edge of the tubular body.3. The concealed antenna tower of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of bolts extending through apertures in the wall of the pole and the curved vertical plates to hold the first and second bracket assemblies to the wall of the pole.4. The concealed antenna tower of claim 1 , wherein the pole has vertically spaced ...

DEVICE ASSEMBLY APPLIED TO MOBILE TERMINAL AND MOBILE TERMINAL

A device assembly applied to a mobile terminal and a mobile terminal are provided. The device assembly includes a fingerprint assembly The fingerprint assembly includes a fingerprint tray, a fingerprint module, and a conductive assembly. The fingerprint tray is electrically connected to a ground of a circuit board of the mobile terminal. The fingerprint module is disposed above the fingerprint tray. The conductive assembly is disposed between the fingerprint tray and fingerprint module. 1. A device assembly applied to a mobile terminal comprising a fingerprint assembly; wherein the fingerprint assembly comprises:a fingerprint tray electrically connected to a ground of a circuit board of the mobile terminal;a fingerprint, module disposed on the fingerprint tray; anda conductive assembly disposed between the fingerprint tray and the fingerprint module.2. The device assembly as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising an antenna assembly claim 1 , wherein the fingerprint assembly is disposed in an area enclosed by the antenna assembly.3. The device assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the conductive assembly is a conductive fabric or a copper foil.4. The device assembly as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising an interface and an insulating layer disposed between the interface and the fingerprint tray.5. The device assembly as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the antenna assembly comprises a first antenna claim 2 , a second antenna claim 2 , and a diplexer connected to the first antenna and the second antenna claim 2 , and the diplexer is connected to an antenna feed of the circuit board.6. The device assembly as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the first antenna is a low frequency antenna the second antenna is a mid-high frequency antenna claim 5 , a frequency range of the first antenna is in a range of 699 MHz to 960 MHz claim 5 , and a frequency range of the second antenna is in a range of 1710 MHz to 2690 MHz.7. The device assembly as claimed in claim 5 , wherein a ...

PARABOLIC ANTENNA WITH SELF-STRUCTURED REFLECTOR

The present invention relates to a parabolic antenna having a base, mounting pole head unit, rear structure, support pole, low noise converter, and reflector, said reflector being made in a single piece in laminated expanded screen, and having a perfectly parabolic, self-structured shape without any bearing frame, fastened to the rear structure of the parabolic antenna by means of a fastening unit, and having a reinforcement edge facing away from the concavity of the reflector, and rolled or in one or two levels in the peripheral region of the reflector, said reflector having one or more non-perforated or smooth sections, in arbitrary vertical, and/or horizontal orientations, extending over the fastening unit. 1. Parabolic antenna with self-structured reflector , having a base , mounting pole , head unit , rear structure , support pole , low noise converter , and reflector , characterized in that said reflector is made in a single piece in laminated expanded screen , that has a parabolic , self-structured shape without any bearing frame , fastened to the rear structure of the parabolic antenna by means of a fastening unit , and having a reinforcement edge facing away from the concavity of the reflector , and rolled or in one or two levels in the peripheral region of the reflector.2. The parabolic antenna according to claim 1 , characterized in that it comprises one or more perforated or smooth sections claim 1 , in arbitrary vertical and/or horizontal orientations extending over the fastening unit. The present invention belongs to the field of telecommunication equipment industry, notably for satellite communication antennas.The present invention relates to a constructive disposition introduced into a telecommunication antenna, especially in the type of satellite communication antenna used, for example, for the reception of pay television signals via satellite or DTH (Direct-to-Home), commonly known as parabolic antennaThe parabolic antenna according to the present ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MOUNTING NETWORK DEVICES

Aspects of the subject disclosure may include, for example, a system with a mounting carriage connectable with a cylindrical member, where the mounting carriage includes an opening for receiving an antenna mount of an antenna. The mounting carriage when in an unlocked state slides along the cylindrical member and rotates about the cylindrical member. The mounting carriage when in a locked state does not slide along the cylindrical member and does not rotate about the cylindrical member. Other embodiments are disclosed. 1. A system comprising:a plurality of mounting brackets connectable with a utility pole, wherein each of the plurality of mounting brackets includes at least one of a plurality of lugs;a cylindrical member having a curved shape for allowing the cylindrical member to at least partially circumscribe the utility pole, wherein clamping brackets connect the cylindrical member with the plurality of lugs; anda mounting carriage connectable with the cylindrical member, wherein the mounting carriage includes an opening for receiving an antenna mount of an antenna, wherein the mounting carriage when in an unlocked state is capable of sliding along the cylindrical member and rotating about the cylindrical member, and wherein the mounting carriage when in a locked state is not capable of sliding along the cylindrical member and is not capable of rotating about the cylindrical member.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the antenna comprises a dielectric antenna claim 1 , wherein wireless signals are transmitted by electromagnetic waves that propagate without utilizing an electrical return path claim 1 , and wherein the electromagnetic waves are guided by a dielectric core of a cable coupled to a feed point of the dielectric antenna.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the antenna mount when in an unlocked state rotates about the opening in the mounting carriage claim 1 , and wherein the antenna mount when in a locked state does not rotate about the opening in the ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MOUNTING NETWORK DEVICES

Aspects of the subject disclosure may include, for example, an antenna including a dielectric antenna and a mounting carriage connectable with a mounting bracket. Wireless signals can be transmitted by electromagnetic waves that propagate without requiring an electrical return path, where the electromagnetic waves are guided by a dielectric core of a cable coupled to a feed point of the dielectric antenna. The mounting bracket is connectable with a cross member of a utility pole, where the mounting carriage includes an opening for receiving an antenna mount, and where, when received in the mounting carriage, the antenna is suspended beyond distal ends of the cross member. Other embodiments are disclosed. 1. A system comprising:a plurality of mounting brackets connectable with a distal end of a cross member that is fixably attached to a utility pole, wherein each of the plurality of mounting brackets includes at least one of a plurality of lugs;a cylindrical member having a curved shape;clamping brackets connecting the cylindrical member with the plurality of lugs; anda mounting carriage connectable with the cylindrical member, wherein the mounting carriage includes an opening for receiving an antenna mount of an antenna, wherein the mounting carriage when in an unlocked state slides via a core bearing along the cylindrical member and rotates about the core bearing enabling rotation with respect to the cylindrical member, wherein the mounting carriage when in a locked state does not slide along the cylindrical member and does not rotate about the core bearing, and wherein the antenna, when received in the mounting carriage, is suspended beyond the distal end of the cross member.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the antenna comprises a dielectric antenna claim 1 , wherein wireless signals are transmitted by electromagnetic waves that propagate without requiring an electrical return path claim 1 , and wherein the electromagnetic waves are guided by a dielectric core ...

TILTED ANTENNA BOBBINS AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE

An antenna assembly includes a bobbin that provides a cylindrical body that defines an outer radial surface, an inner radial surface, and a central axis. One or more channels are defined on the outer radial surface, and each channel provides a first sidewall, a second sidewall opposite the first sidewall, a floor, and a pocket jointly defined by the first sidewall and the floor. A coil including one or more wires is wrapped about the bobbin and received within the one or more channels. 1. An antenna assembly , comprising:a bobbin having a cylindrical body defining an outer radial surface, an inner radial surface, and a central axis;one or more channels defined by the outer radial surface, each channel including a first sidewall, a second sidewall opposite the first sidewall, a floor, and an annular pocket jointly defined by the first sidewall and the floor; anda coil including one or more wires wrapped about the bobbin and received within the one or more channels.2. The antenna assembly of claim 1 , wherein the one or more channels comprise a plurality of independent annular grooves defined in the outer radial surface and axially offset from each other.3. The antenna assembly of claim 1 , wherein the one or more channels comprise a single helical annular groove that continuously winds about a circumference of the bobbin.4. The antenna assembly of claim 1 , wherein the one or more channels extend about a circumference of the bobbin at a winding angle with respect to the central axis claim 1 , and wherein the winding angle ranges between perpendicular and parallel to the central axis.5. The antenna assembly of claim 4 , wherein the winding angle is 45° offset from the central axis.6. The antenna assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first and second sidewalls each extend into the cylindrical body at an angle offset from perpendicular to the outer radial surface.7. The antenna assembly of claim 6 , wherein the angle of the first sidewall is different from the angle of the ...

A CONCEALED COMMUNICATIONS ANTENNA AND LIGHTING FEATURE

A concealed communication antenna and lighting feature comprises a mount having base configured to be mounted to a structure and having a circumferentially disposed side wall adjacent the circumference of the base. The outer side wall defining a seat extending a radial distance from the outer side wall to the edge of the base circumference, and an inner wall disposed concentrically within the outer side wall. A plurality of solid state lighting elements adapted to direct light away from the base. A communications antenna is mounted to the inner side wall and a radome is disposed about the antenna and extends above the inner side wall. The radome is closed at an upper end and a lighting feature lens mounted to the outer wall. The lighting feature lens being closed at a top end such that the solid state lighting elements direct light intermediate the radome and the lighting feature lens. 1. A concealed communication antenna and lighting feature comprising:a mount having base configured to be mounted to a structure and having a circumferentially disposed side wall adjacent the circumference of the base wherein the outer side wall extends away from the base a predetermined distance, the base intermediate the circumference thereof and the outer side wall defining a seat, the seat extending a radial distance from the outer side wall to the edge of the base circumference;an inner wall disposed concentrically within the outer side wall, the inner side wall extending upwardly substantially the same distance from the base as the outer side wall;a plurality of solid state lighting elements mounted to or adjacent to the base intermediate the inner and outer side walls, the lighting elements adapted to direct light away from the base;a communications antenna mounted to the inner side wall and upwardly extending predetermined distance therefrom;a radome disposed about the antenna and extending a predetermined distance above the inner side wall, the radome being closed at an upper ...

AN ANTENNA STRUCTURE, FOR DIFFERENT RANGE COMMUNICATION MODES

The invention provides an antenna structure comprising a plurality of wire segments formed in a loop. Connecting units are provided between the wire segments, each of which is switchable between a conductive state and a reactive state. With the connecting units in the conductive state a loop antenna is formed with a first (longer) signal range and with the connecting units in the reactive state an antenna structure is formed with a second (shorter) signal range. Said reactive state is adapted to introduce a phase delay between the adjacent wire segments. This enables the same antenna to be used for long range signal communication and short range communication, for example for system configuration or commissioning. The antenna structure may be used with luminaires of a lighting system. 1. An antenna structure comprising:a plurality of wire segments formed in a loop;a plurality of connecting units adapted to connect the plurality of wire segments, each of said connecting units being switchable between a conductive state and a reactive state, wherein said reactive state is adapted to introduce a reactive element for a phase delay between the adjacent wire segments, and said conductive state is adapted to introduce an element to bypass the reactive element;wherein the antenna structure is switchable between a first and second mode of operation,wherein in said first mode, the connecting units are adapted to be in the conductive state thereby connecting the wire segments to form a loop antenna with a first signal range,and wherein in said second mode, the connecting units are adapted to be in the reactive state thereby to form an antenna structure with a second signal range smaller than the first signal range.2. The antenna structure as claimed in claim 1 , for transmitting or receiving signals in a frequency band claim 1 , wherein the frequency band is the same for the first and second modes.3. The antenna structure as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the frequency band ...

MULTI-MODE SIGNAL SOURCE

A multimode radiation source is disclosed. One embodiment includes a waveguide radiator and an orthomode transducer coupled to the waveguide radiator to provide a first signal to the waveguide radiator. The waveguide radiator is configured to receive the first signal and to radiate the first signal at a first location as a first spherical wave signal with a first phase center. The multimode source also includes transmission medium coupled to the waveguide radiator and configured to radiate a second signal and a third signal from the first location as a second spherical wave and a third spherical wave with substantially the first phase center. 1. A multimode radiation source , comprising:a waveguide radiator having a first feed port for receiving a first signal having a first frequency and a first wavelength and for providing the first signal to the waveguide radiator so that the waveguide radiator radiates the first signal at a first location as a first spherical wave with a first phase center;a first transmission medium configured to be coupled to a first source and that is coupled to the first feed port of the waveguide radiator, the first transmission medium configured to receive the first signal and to provide the first signal to the first feed port of the waveguide radiator;a second transmission medium configured to be coupled to a second source and that is configured to provide a second signal having a second frequency and a second wavelength to the waveguide radiator so that the waveguide radiator radiates the second signal from substantially the first location as a second spherical wave with substantially the first phase center; andthe second transmission medium further configured to be coupled to a third source and that is configured to provide a third signal having a third frequency and a third wavelength to the waveguide radiator so that the waveguide radiator radiates the third signal from substantially the first location as a third spherical wave with ...

TILTED ANTENNA BOBBINS AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE

An antenna assembly includes a bobbin that provides a cylindrical body that defines an outer radial surface, an inner radial surface, and a central axis. One or more channels are defined on the outer radial surface, and each channel provides a first sidewall, a second sidewall opposite the first sidewall, a floor, and a pocket jointly defined by the first sidewall and the floor. A coil including one or more wires is wrapped about the bobbin and received within the one or more channels. 1. An antenna assembly , comprising:a bobbin having a cylindrical body defining an outer radial surface, an inner radial surface, and a central axis;one or more channels defined by the outer radial surface, each channel including a first sidewall, a second sidewall opposite the first sidewall, a floor, and an annular pocket jointly defined by the first sidewall and the floor, the first sidewall extending from the outer radial surface to an intermediate location in the cylindrical body at a first angle and extending from the intermediate location to the floor at a second angle, the first angle being non-orthogonal to the outer radial surface and the second angle being orthogonal to the outer radial surface; anda coil including one or more wires wrapped about the bobbin and received within the one or more channels.2. The antenna assembly of claim 1 , wherein the one or more channels comprise a plurality of independent annular grooves defined in the outer radial surface and axially offset from each other.3. The antenna assembly of claim 1 , wherein the one or more channels comprise a single helical annular groove that continuously winds about a circumference of the bobbin.4. The antenna assembly of claim 1 , wherein the one or more channels extend about a circumference of the bobbin at a winding angle with respect to the central axis claim 1 , and wherein the winding angle ranges between perpendicular and parallel to the central axis.5. The antenna assembly of claim 4 , wherein the ...

INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SMALL YAGI ANTENNA WITH A PLURALITY OF INSTALLATION FORMS

The present application provides an indoor and outdoor small Yagi antenna with a plurality of installation forms, comprising an antenna body built-in with a PCBA board and a support member mounted in combination therewith, the support member includes a hanging wall member, a side suction installation member, a pole installation member or an upright installation member; the hanging wall member includes a main board body provided with a hanging hole, and one or more support legs bent and extending from the main board body; the side suction installation member includes a suction disk seat, a first metal shaping tube and a first connecting seat, the pole installation member includes a pole seat, a second metal shaping tube and a second connecting seat, the pole seat includes a seat body and a plurality of U-bolts. 1. An indoor and outdoor small Yagi antenna with a plurality of installation forms , comprising: an antenna body with a built-in PCBA board and a support member mounted in combination with the antenna body , wherein the support member comprises a hanging wall member and a side suction installation member , a pole installation member or an upright installation member;the hanging wall member comprises a main board body provided with a hanging hole, and one or more support legs bent and extending from the main board body;the side suction installation member comprises a suction disk seat, a first metal shaping tube and a first connecting seat, wherein two ends of the first metal shaping tube are connected to the suction disk seat and the first connecting seat, respectively, adjust the orientation of the first connecting seat by the own directional bending thereof and are absorbed fixedly by the suction disk seat on a plane;the pole installation member comprises a pole seat, a second metal shaping tube and a second connecting seat, wherein two ends of the second metal shaping tube are connected to the pole seat and the second connecting seat, respectively and ...

ANTENNA SYSTEM AND MOBILE TERMINAL

The present disclosure discloses an antenna system and a mobile terminal. The antenna system is applied to the mobile terminal and includes a first feeding point, a first millimeter-wave array antenna electrically connected to the first feeding point, a second feeding point, a second millimeter-wave array antenna electrically connected to the second feeding point, a third feeding point, a third millimeter-wave array antenna electrically connected to the third feeding point, a fourth feeding point and a fourth millimeter-wave array antenna electrically connected to the fourth feeding point, which are all arranged on a circuit board. Beams of the first millimeter-wave array antenna cover a space of Z>0; beams of the second millimeter-wave array antenna cover a space of Z<0; beams of the third millimeter-wave array antenna cover a space of X>0; and beams of the fourth millimeter-wave array antenna cover a space of X<0. 1. An antenna system applied to a mobile terminal which is provided with a screen , a back shell opposite to the screen and a circuit board sandwiched between the screen and the back shell , the antenna system comprising:a first feeding point;a first millimeter-wave array antenna electrically connected to the first feeding point;a second feeding point;a second millimeter-wave array antenna electrically connected to the second feeding point;a third feeding point;a third millimeter-wave array antenna electrically connected to the third feeding point;a fourth feeding point; anda fourth millimeter-wave array antenna electrically connected to the fourth feeding point, which are all arranged on the circuit board,wherein when the mobile terminal is placed in a three-dimensional coordinate system which takes a center of the mobile terminal as an origin, an X axis of the three-dimensional coordinate system extends along a major-axis direction of the mobile terminal, a Y axis of the three-dimensional coordinate system extends along a minor-axis direction of the ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AN ANTENNA SYSTEM CO-LOCATED AT A SPEAKER GRILL

An information handling system to wirelessly transmit and receive data may include a processor; a memory; an input/output (I/O) device; a wireless adapter; a metal C-cover to house a speaker grill, the speaker grill covering a speaker to emit audio waves; the speaker grill formed within the C-cover to emit a target radio frequency (RF), including: a slot formed around an operative antenna portion of the speaker grill forming a peninsula of the speaker grill in the C-cover; an antenna cavity formed on a back side of the peninsula, the antenna cavity including walls formed around the cavity in the back side of the peninsula; and a tuning module operatively coupled to the speaker grill to excite the speaker grill and dynamically switch frequencies based on the target frequency to be emitted by the speaker grill 1. An information handling system to wirelessly transmit and receive data comprising:a processor;a memory;an input/output (I/O) device;a wireless adapter;a metal C-cover to house a speaker grill, the speaker grill covering a speaker to emit audio waves; a slot formed around an operative antenna portion of the speaker grill forming a peninsula of the speaker grill in the C-cover;', 'an antenna cavity formed on a back side of the peninsula, the antenna cavity including walls formed around the cavity in the back side of the peninsula; and, 'the speaker grill formed within the C-cover to emit a target radio frequency (RF), includinga tuning module operatively coupled to the speaker grill to excite the speaker grill and dynamically switch frequencies based on the target frequency to be emitted by the speaker grill.2. The information handling system of claim 1 , wherein a width of the slot formed in the C-cover is selected to isolate portions of the peninsula as a RF transmitting device.3. The information handling system of claim 1 , wherein the length of the slot formed in the C-cover around the operative antenna portion of the speaker grill is selected based on a ...

INFLATABLE ANTENNA STRUCTURES AND ASSOCATED ASSEMBLIES

Inflatable antenna assemblies are provided, including an inflatable container having an inflated state and a deflated state, the inflatable container having an interior surface and an exterior surface, a flexible antenna extending along the interior surface or the exterior surface of the inflatable container, such that the antenna deploys to an operable, extended configuration upon inflation of the inflatable container to the inflated state, and a port configured for operable connection to an inflation mechanism to inflate the container to the inflated state. Safety device structures, such as life rafts, life preservers, life jackets, buoys, and emergency beacons, having inflatable antenna portions, are also provided. 1. An inflatable antenna assembly , comprising:an inflatable container having an inflated state and a deflated state, the inflatable container having an interior surface and an exterior surface;a flexible antenna extending along the interior surface or the exterior surface of the inflatable container, such that the antenna deploys to an operable, extended configuration upon inflation of the inflatable container to the inflated state; anda port configured for operable connection to an inflation mechanism to inflate the container to the inflated state.2. The inflatable antenna assembly of claim 1 , wherein the inflatable container comprises a safety device structure.3. The inflatable antenna assembly of claim 2 , wherein the safety device structure is a life raft claim 2 , a life preserver claim 2 , a life jacket claim 2 , a buoy claim 2 , or an emergency beacon.4. The inflatable antenna assembly of claim 2 , wherein the inflatable container comprises a flotation section of the safety device structure claim 2 , the flotation section being configured to provide flotation to the inflatable antenna assembly.5. The inflatable antenna assembly of claim 4 , wherein the flexible antenna extends along at least a portion of the flotation section.6. The inflatable ...

COMPACT RADIO FREQUENCY ANTENNA APPARATUSES

Antenna assemblies are described herein. In particular, described herein are multi-focal-point antenna devices and compact radio frequency (RF) antenna devices. Any of these assemblies may include a primary feed that includes a single patterned emitting surface from which multiple different beams of RF signals are emitted corresponding to different antenna input feeds each communicating with the patterned antenna emitting surface. The antenna assembly is therefore capable of emitting beams in the same direction having different polarizations using a single primary feed. 1. A method of transmitting radio frequency (RF) signals from an antenna assembly , the method comprising:transmitting a first RF signal at a first polarization from an emitting surface of a primary feed towards a secondary reflector, reflecting the first RF signal from the secondary reflector to a first portion of a primary reflector, reflecting the first RF signal from the primary reflector to emit the first RF signal from the antenna assembly in a first direction;transmitting a second RF signal at a second polarization from the emitting surface of the primary feed towards the secondary reflector, reflecting the second RF signal from the secondary reflector to a second portion of the primary reflector, reflecting the second RF signal from the primary reflector to emit the second RF signal from the antenna assembly in the first direction; andpassing the first and second RF signals through a radome to adjust the phase front of the first and second RF signals so that they are uniform.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein passing the first and second RF signals through the radome comprises passing the first and second RF signals through a curved radome.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein passing the first and second RF signals through the curved radome comprises passing the first and second RF signals through a cylindrical radome.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first and second RF signals pass ...

KIT OF PARTS, MODULAR HOUSING, STREET POLE AND MOUNTING METHOD

The invention relates to a kit of parts attachable to a substrate, said kit of parts comprising an elongated, electric conductive bracket extending along an axis and attachable to the substrate in an electrically grounded connection thereto. The kit of part further comprising a modular housing comprising a base mountable onto the bracket, a cover mounted onto the base, the cover and the base enclosing a chamber, and a plate-shaped, axially extending, elongated electric conductive carrier provided inside the chamber and in electrically grounded connection to the bracket. The invention further relates to a modular housing suitable for use in the kit of parts, a street pole comprising said kit of parts, and a method for mounting a modular housing. 1. A kit of parts attachable to a pole , preferably a street pole , said kit of parts comprising:an elongated, electric conductive bracket extending along an axis and attachable to the pole in an electrically grounded connection thereto, and a base mountable onto the bracket;', 'a cover mounted onto the base, the cover and the base enclosing a chamber; and', 'a plate-shaped, axially extending, elongated electric conductive carrier provided inside the chamber and in electrically grounded connection to the bracket., 'a modular housing comprising2. The kit of parts of claim 1 , wherein in assembled configuration of the modular housing a respective set of a base mounting opening claim 1 , a cover mounting opening and a carrier mounting opening are aligned for mutual fixation of the base claim 1 , the cover and the carrier by a single fixing element.3. The kit of parts of claim 2 , wherein the modular housing comprises at least two sets claim 2 , preferably four sets claim 2 , evenly distributed at the base of the modular housing.4. The kit of parts claim of claim 1 , wherein the cover has a cover window which is closed by the base and wherein the cover tapers from the cover window to a cover end face opposite to said cover window ...

SMALL CELL POLE ANTENNA CONFIGURATION

The present disclosure is directed to small cell poles that are configured for use in urban environments. In various implementations, the small cell poles have a configuration similar to existing utility poles, which minimizes their aesthetic obtrusiveness. In order to reduce the size of an antenna structure of such a small cell pole, implementations utilizes antennas that are vertically stacked, which permits an antenna structure of a small cell pole to have a reduced width. In various implementations, one or more antennas are vertically stacked within a spatial envelope of a pole. For instance, one or more antennas may be disposed within the interior of a pole such that a resulting cell ole is similar in appearance to a utility pole. 1. (canceled)2. An antenna enclosure , comprising: a first upper plate having a first plurality of fastener apertures disposed about a periphery of the first upper plate;', 'a first lower plate spaced from the first upper plate; and', 'at least a first structural support extending between the first upper plate and the first lower plate, wherein an area between the first upper plate and the first lower plate defines an interior area of the first antenna support section sized to house at least a first antenna;, 'a first antenna support section having a second upper plate;', 'a second lower plate spaced from the second upper plate and having a second plurality of fastener apertures disposed about a periphery of the second lower plate, the second plurality of apertures being selectively aligned with the first plurality of apertures to connect the second antenna support section to the first antenna support section at a desired relative rotation; and', 'a second structural support extending between the second upper plate and the second lower plate, wherein an area between the second upper plate and the second lower plate defines an interior area of the second antenna support section sized to house at least a second antenna., 'a second ...

ACCESS NODE FARM FOR END-TO-END BEAMFORMING

Methods and systems are described for providing end-to-end beamforming. For example, end-to-end beamforming systems include end-to-end relays and ground networks to provide communications to user terminals located in user beam coverage areas. The ground segment can include geographically distributed access nodes and a central processing system. Return uplink signals, transmitted from the user terminals, have multipath induced by a plurality of receive/transmit signal paths in the end to end relay and are relayed to the ground network. The ground network, using beamformers, recovers user data streams transmitted by the user terminals from return downlink signals. The ground network, using beamformers generates forward uplink signals from appropriately weighted combinations of user data streams that, after relay by the end-end-end relay, produce forward downlink signals that combine to form user beams. 1. (canceled)2. A system for providing communication services to a plurality of user terminals via an end-to-end relay having L forward feeder antenna elements and having a satellite beacon generator to transmit a relay beacon signal , the system comprising: a network interface to obtain a respective access node-specific forward signal of a plurality of access node-specific forward signals, each respective access node-specific forward signal comprising a respective composite of forward beam signals weighted by respective forward beamforming weights of a forward beam weight matrix;', 'a receiver to receive the relay beacon signal from the end-to-end relay;', 'a phase compensator to phase-synchronize the respective access node-specific forward signal according to the relay beacon signal to form a respective phase-synchronized access node-specific forward signal; and', 'a transmitter to transmit the respective phase-synchronized access node-specific forward signal as a respective one of the M forward uplink signals to a plurality of the L forward feeder antenna elements of ...

Stay Cable for Structures

A mast is erected to support a load. At least one stay cable supports the mast. The stay cable is oriented to the mast within a radial distance of the blade from the mast. The stay cable is stressed to support the mast while the wind drives the blade without collision of the stay cable. 2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the angle θ is less than ten degrees from the mast.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the angle θ is less than seven degrees from the mast.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the stay cable has an end attached to the mast.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the stay cable has an end anchored at earth.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a generator converting mechanical energy of the rotor assembly into electrical energy.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising an alternator converting mechanical energy of the rotor assembly into electrical energy.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising multiple stay cables supporting the mast.9. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising multiple blades of the rotor assembly. This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/910,186 filed Jun. 5, 2013 and now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 8,667,766, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/181,551 filed Jul. 13, 2011 and now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 8,474,219, with both applications incorporated herein by reference in their entireties. This application also relates to U.S. application Ser. No. 13/084,693, filed Apr. 12, 2011, entitled “Parallel Wire Cable,” and incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.A portion of the disclosure of this patent document and its attachments contain material which is subject to copyright protection. The copyright owner has no objection to the reproduction by anyone of the patent document or the patent disclosure, as it appears in the United States Patent and Trademark Office patent files or records, but otherwise reserves all copyrights whatsoever.Exemplary ...

Satellite Dish Base

An enclosed Satellite Dish Mount may comprise a base and a mast capable of receiving a variety of different antenna mounts and satellite dishes. Satellite Dish Mount may be configured to be properly installed and operated in typically challenging areas such as apartments and condominiums, for example.

BIDIRECTIONAL FIBER PANEL

A light module, a light panel, and a method for transmitting light are provided. The light module includes a light source configured to generate a light and a fiber panel optically coupled to the light source. The fiber panel includes a plurality of optical fibers. The plurality of optical fibers are configured to define two illumination regions such that a controlled light is output from the two illumination regions in diametrically opposite directions. 1. A light module , comprising:a light source configured to generate a light; anda fiber panel optically coupled to the light source, the fiber panel including a plurality of optical fibers, the plurality of optical fibers are configured to define two illumination regions such that a controlled light is output from the two illumination regions in diametrically opposite directions.2. The light module of claim 1 , wherein the fiber panel is planar.3. The light module of claim 1 , wherein the fiber panel is configured in a ribbon shape.4. The light module of claim 1 , wherein the fiber panel is configured in a helical shape.5. The light module of claim 1 , wherein a first side of the fiber panel and a second side diametrically opposite to the first side are abraded.6. The light module of claim 1 , further comprising:a second light source configure to generate second light; andwherein a first illumination region is configured to emit the second light and a second illumination region is configured to emit the light.7. The light module of claim 1 , wherein the light module comprises an automotive light module.8. The light module of claim 1 , wherein each optical fiber of the plurality of optical fibers includes a first plurality of reflective surfaces and a second plurality of reflective surfaces diametrically opposite to the first plurality of reflective surfaces.9. A fiber panel claim 1 , comprising:a fiber portion including a plurality of optical fibers each configured to emit light along a respective length of the ...

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

An electronic modulating device is provided. The electronic modulating device includes a substrate, a plurality of first modulating electrodes disposed on the substrate, and a plurality of second modulating electrodes disposed on the substrate. The area of one of the first modulating electrodes is greater than the area of one of the second modulating electrodes. The ratio of the number of first modulating electrodes to the number of second modulating electrodes is in a range from 0.5 to 2.0. 1. An electronic device , comprising:a plurality of light-emitting units; andan antenna disposed between the plurality of light-emitting units;wherein a ratio of a width of the antenna to a distance between two adjacent ones of the plurality of light-emitting units is ranged from 0.1 to 0.8.2. The electronic device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the ratio is ranged from 0. 2 to 0.6.3. The electronic device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the antenna comprises a first portion extending along a first direction and a second portion extending along a second direction different from the first direction.4. The electronic device as claimed in claim 3 , wherein a first width of the first portion is greater than a second width of the second portion.5. The electronic device as claimed in claim 4 , wherein a first subpixel distance corresponding to the first portion is greater than a second subpixel distance corresponding to the second portion.6. The electronic device as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the first portion and the second portion comprise a plurality of recessed portions.7. The electronic device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the antenna comprises a plurality of first portions that extend along a first direction and a plurality of second portions that extend along a second direction which is different from the first direction claim 1 , and the plurality of first portions and the plurality of second portions are connected with each other.8. The electronic device as claimed in ...

THIRD BRAKE LIGHT ANTENNA MOUNT

A third brake light antenna adapter includes an antenna base attached to a spacer that is installed between the vehicle third brake light and the third brake light opening. The spacer is provided with gaskets, substantially identical to the OEM third brake light gaskets, which provide weatherproof seals between the spacer and the vehicle and between the spacer and the third brake light. Special support brackets enable the spacer to grip the inside of the vehicle passenger compartment to hold it securely to the vehicle without extensive modifications to the vehicle structure itself. 19-. (canceled)10. An antenna adapter for attaching a communications antenna to an original equipment third brake light aperture on a vehicle equipped with an original equipment third brake light , which is attached to the vehicle by original equipment mounting holes , the antenna adapter comprising:a spacer comprising a generally oblong body having a front wall, a back wall and an interior wall forming a hollow portion, the spacer further comprising an outer peripheral surface, the peripheral surface comprising an upper wall, a lower wall and a pair of side walls joined by a plurality of curvilinear corners such that the peripheral surface covers the outer contour of the original third brake light aperture, the spacer further comprising a mounting boss extending outward therefrom, the mounting boss having a surface adapted to receive an antenna base, the spacer further comprising a plurality of through-holes for securing the spacer over the original equipment third brake light aperture; andat least one support bracket, the at least one support bracket comprising a bracket member having at least one opening for receiving a threaded fastener, the at least one support bracket sized and shaped so that when the at least one support bracket is attached to the spacer by means of the threaded fastener, the at least one support bracket extends to cover at least a portion of an inside surface of ...

COMMUNICATION CABLES WITH ILLUMINATION

Methods and systems are provided for enhanced communication cables which may be configured for supporting at least two separate functions, including distribution of data signals and at least one other different function. An example enhanced cable may include an arrangement along at least a section of the cable, with that arrangement configured for supporting the at least one other different function. The other different function may include illumination. The cable may include or have a jacket configured to accommodate the arrangement, with the jacket being transparent or including transparent areas or openings corresponding to at least regions of the arrangement. The arrangement may include an illumination arrangement. The cable may include light guiding material configured for use in conjunction with the illumination arrangement. The cable may have leaky feeder structures, for use in support of the distribution of data signals function. 116-. (canceled)17. A system comprising:a cable configured for supporting at least two separate functions, said two separate functions comprising distribution of data signals and at least one other different function; andwherein said cable comprises an arrangement along at least a section of said cable, said arrangement configured for supporting said at least one other different function.18. The system of claim 17 , wherein said at least one other different function comprises illumination.19. The system of claim 17 , wherein said cable comprises a leaky feeder structure claim 17 , for use in said distribution of data signals.20. The system of claim 17 , wherein said cable comprises one or more conductors claim 17 , and at least one conductor provides power to said arrangement.21. The system of claim 20 , wherein said one or more conductors comprise metal conductors22. The system of claim 17 , wherein said cable comprises a jacket configured to accommodate said arrangement.23. The system of claim 22 , wherein said jacket is ...

Transparent Antenna Based on Hybrid Graphene/Metal Nanomesh Structures

A transparent antenna is fabricated by combining a metal nanomesh structure and a graphene sheet. The nanomesh structure is formed on a surface, and the graphene sheet is placed over the nanomesh structure. The graphene sheet is adhered to the nanomesh structure to form a graphene nanomesh structure. The graphene nanomesh structure is shaped to form the transparent antenna that efficiently transmits and receives signals in a desired frequency range yet is optically transparent. 1. A method for fabricating a transparent antenna , comprising:forming a metal nanomesh structure on a surface;placing a graphene sheet over the nanomesh structure;causing the graphene sheet to adhere to the nanomesh structure, forming a graphene nanomesh structure; andshaping the graphene nanomesh structure to form the transparent antenna that transmits and receives signals in a desired frequency range yet is optically transparent.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the metal nanomesh structure is formed by a nanosphere lithography process.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the nanosphere lithography process includes depositing a layer of metal over polystyrene microspheres assembled on the surface and removing the polystyrene microspheres from the surface.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising etching the assembled polystyrene microspheres claim 3 , such that there are desired spaces between the microspheres assembled on the surface claim 3 , and the metal is deposited only onto the desired spaces between the microspheres assembled on the surface.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the metal nanomesh structure is formed using at least one of e-beam lithography and photolithography.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the graphene sheet is grown by chemical vapor deposition on copper foil.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the graphene sheet is removed from the copper foil by at least one of chemical etching and bubble transfer.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the graphene sheet is ...

Cellular Antenna Tower and Equipment Enclosure Based on Shipping Container

An antenna tower structure for wireless communication antennas includes an antenna cupola mounted on a tower based on at least one standardized ISBU shipping container that has been modified and erected to stand upright on a foundation. The modifications may include longitudinal reinforcements along at least two longitudinal edges of the container, mounting hardware at the two ends of the container, an access door on a side of the container, an access hatch in the upper end of the container, a ladder extending longitudinally inside the container, and a floor extending perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the container. The container provides a weather-protected climate-controlled interior space for sheltering electronics equipment. The cupola has antennas installed on at least one level, and may include shutters, a clock, a bell etc. to hide the antennas and disguise the tower. The exterior of the structure may be finished to match surrounding buildings. 1. An antenna tower structure comprising:a foundation;a tower comprising one or more standardized steel shipping containers with modifications supported on said foundation, wherein said one or more shipping containers include an upright shipping container that is arranged in an upright orientation with a longitudinal axis of said upright shipping container oriented substantially vertically, wherein said modifications comprise additional longitudinal reinforcement members along at least two longitudinal edges of at least one of said one or more shipping containers, at least one access door mounted in or on an opening in at least one of said one or more shipping containers, and mounting hardware attached at a bottom end of said upright shipping container by which said upright shipping container is secured;at least one antenna mounted in or on said tower; andelectronics equipment that is electrically connected with said antenna and arranged in an interior space that is provided within at least one of said one or ...

COMPACT RADIO FREQUENCY ANTENNA APPARATUSES

Antenna assemblies are described herein. In particular, described herein are multi-focal-point antenna devices and compact radio frequency (RF) antenna devices. Any of these assemblies may include a primary feed that includes a single patterned emitting surface from which multiple different beams of RF signals are emitted corresponding to different antenna input feeds each communicating with the patterned antenna emitting surface. The antenna assembly is therefore capable of emitting beams in the same direction having different polarizations using a single primary feed. Also described herein are compact RF antenna devices having a lightpipe that passes through the single patterned emitting surface. 1. A compact radio frequency (RF) antenna device having a lightpipe , the device comprising:a base of printed circuit material including a light emitting diode (LED);a primary feed held above the PCB comprising a flat emitting surface with an aperture therethrough;a lightpipe extending from the LED though the aperture of the primary feed, the lightpipe comprising a stem portion coupled to an emission portion of the LED and extending through the aperture to a cap and an illumination region on or around the cap; anda radio circuitry on the PCB and coupled to the primary feed, wherein the radio circuitry is configured to transmit RF signals to and from the primary feed.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the antenna device is configured as an access point.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a shallow dish-shaped housing enclosing the PCB claim 1 , primary feed and radio circuitry.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the primary feed is directly connected to the PCB by grounding pins or legs and at least one feed point.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the stem portion is funnel-shaped claim 1 , having a conical mouth at the end of the stem.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the cap of the lightpipe comprises a translucent ring.7. The apparatus of claim ...

HITCH MOUNT FOR ANTENNA SYSTEMS

Various embodiments provide an antenna hitch mount for securing an antenna, such as a satellite dish, to a vehicle. According to one embodiment, the hitch mount includes a hitch mounting portion, a plate, and an antenna mounting portion. The hitch mounting portion is configured to be inserted in to a hitch. The hitch mounting portion includes holes that are on opposite sides of the hitch mounting portion and are aligned with each other. The plate is used to couple the hitch mounting portion and the antenna mounting portion to each other. The antenna mounting portion is configured to support an antenna. Namely, an antenna is secured to the antenna mounting portion by a fastening device, such as a mast clamp. 1. A system , comprising:a satellite dish;a curved circular tube having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, the first end being attached to the satellite dish and having a first opening;a square plate have a first face and a second face opposite to the first face, the first face of the square plate being attached to the second end of the curved circular tube; anda square tube configured to be inserted in to a hitch of a vehicle, the square tube having a third end, a fourth end opposite the third end, and first and second holes that are aligned with each other to permit a single straight rod to be positioned both the first and second holes, the third end being attached to the second face of the square plate, the fourth end having a second opening.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the curved circular tube has a first portion and a second portion claim 1 , the first portion having a first length that is aligned along a first axis claim 1 , the second portion having a second length that is aligned along a second axis that is substantially perpendicular to the first axis.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the second length is larger than the first length.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the first length has a length having a range from 30 inches to ...

LIGHTING-UP DEVICE AND LUMINAIRE

A lighting-up device includes: a power supply circuit which supplies power to a light source; a wireless communication circuit including an antenna; and a metallic casing which includes metal, and houses the power supply circuit and the wireless communication circuit. The metallic casing has a first side face and a second side face which share a side, the first side face is provided with a first slit which extends in a first direction intersecting with the side, from a first portion of the side other than both ends of the side, the second side face is provided with a second slit which extends in a second direction intersecting with the side, from a second portion of the side other than the both ends of the side, and each of the first slit and the second slit is electromagnetically coupled to the antenna and functions as a slot antenna. 1. A lighting-up device , comprising:a power supply circuit which supplies power to a light source;a wireless communication circuit including an antenna that receives a control signal for controlling an operation of the power supply circuit; anda metallic casing which includes metal and houses the power supply circuit and the wireless communication circuit, wherein:the metallic casing has a first side face and a second side face which share a first side,the first side face is provided with a first slit which extends in a first direction intersecting with the first side, from a first portion of the first side other than both ends of the first side,the second side face is provided with a second slit which extends in a second direction intersecting with the first side, from a second portion of the first side other than the both ends of the first side, andeach of the first slit and the second slit is electromagnetically coupled to the antenna and functions as a slot antenna.2. The lighting-up device according to claim 1 , wherein:the first portion and the second portion are a same portion of the first side, andthe first slit is continuous ...

SMALL CELL BASE STATION INTEGRATED WITH STOREFRONT SIGN

An assembly includes: 1. An assembly , comprising:(a) a housing comprising a floor, a ceiling, a rear wall, a front all, and opposed side walls that define a cavity, wherein the side walls include illuminable informational markings;(b) an antenna;(c) a radio, residing in the cavity of the housing connected with the antenna; and(d) a power source attached to the radio;wherein the power source is employed to illuminate the informational markings.2. The assembly defined in claim 1 , further comprising an optical signal source attached to the radio.3. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the housing is mounted to a storefront.4. The assembly defined in claim 3 , wherein the housing is mounted to an illuminated sign of the storefront.5. The assembly defined in claim 3 , wherein the housing is mounted substantially perpendicularly to the storefront.6. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , the housing has dimensions of approximately 50 cm×50 cm×20 cm.7. The assembly defined in claim 1 , further comprising LEDs within the housing claim 1 , the LEDs configured and positioned to illuminate the informational markings.8. The assembly defined in claim 7 , wherein the LEDs are provided on at least one LED strip.9. The assembly defined in claim 8 , wherein the LED strip is oriented generally vertically and is claim 8 , positioned it a front or rear corner of the housing.10. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the floor is perforated.11. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the ceiling is mounted above upper edges of the sidewalls to create at least one gap therebetween.12. The assembly defined in claim 1 , further comprising a blower mounted to the ceiling.13. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the ceiling is sized so that side edges thereof extend laterally beyond the side walls.14. An assembly claim 1 , comprising:(a) a housing comprising a floor, a ceiling, a rear wall, a front wall, and opposed side walls that define a cavity, wherein the ...

Antenna Installation Apparatus and Method

Methods and systems are disclosed for enabling installation of antennas in a cost effective and efficient manner. The methods and systems disclosed herein provide a hollow pole and an elevating mechanism, wherein the elevating mechanism can be used to position antenna equipment located in one or more capsules attached to the elevating mechanism. The antenna equipment may be attached to a removable power source located in the capsule or to a non-removable power source located at the base of the hollow pole. Additionally, the antenna equipment may also be attached to communications equipment adapted to communicate with one or more communications networks. In an embodiment disclosed herein, the capsules may be adapted to rotate around a one or more axis in response to received commands and/or in accordance with instructions stored on a memory module attached to the capsules. 1. An apparatus for enabling installation of antenna equipment , the apparatus comprising:a pole having a base end and a top end, the base end and the top end being opposite each other;an elevating mechanism operatively associated with the pole;a radome attached at the top end of the pole. 'the elevating mechanism is designed to elevate the capsule from near the base end to near the top end of the pole.', 'a capsule for holding an antenna equipment, the capsule being removably attachable to the elevating mechanism; wherein,'}2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the elevating mechanism is located on an outside surface of the pole.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the elevating mechanism comprises a track and a ring mechanism.4. The apparatus of further comprising:a hollow lengthwise passage within the pole extending from the base end of the pole to the top end of the pole;an aperture through the pole to the hollow passage, wherein the capsule is insertable through the aperture into the hollow passage.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the elevating mechanism comprises a pulley mechanism.6. ...

MOUNTING HUB FOR ANTENNA

An antenna hub for a reflector dish has a frame with a feed aperture. A plurality of feet are coupled to the frame; each of the feet provided with a dish fastener coupling axis normal to a dish surface contacting each of the feet when the reflector dish is seated upon the feet, the feed bore of the reflector dish aligned coaxial with the feed aperture. The frame and feet may be formed via extrusion. 1. An antenna hub for a reflector dish with a feed bore , comprising:a frame with a feed aperture;a plurality of feet coupled to the frame; each of the feet provided with a dish fastener coupling axis normal to a dish surface contacting each of the feet when the reflector dish is seated upon the feet, the feed bore of the reflector dish aligned coaxially with the feed aperture.2. The antenna hub of claim 1 , wherein the frame is extruded between a front frame surface and a back frame surface.3. The antenna hub of claim 1 , wherein the feet are extruded between a foot front surface and a foot back surface.4. The antenna hub of claim 1 , wherein each of the feet are provided with a dish nut slot claim 1 , a depth dimension of the dish nut slot parallel to the fastener coupling axis and a width dimension of the dish nut slot parallel to a foot perimeter sidewall of each of the feet.5. The antenna hub of claim 1 , wherein a front frame surface of the frame is planar and a back frame surface of the frame is planar; the front frame surface and the back frame surface parallel to one another.6. The antenna hub of claim 1 , wherein a frame perimeter sidewall between the front frame surface and the back frame surface is normal to the front surface and the back surface.7. The antenna hub of claim 1 , wherein the feet are coupled to the frame via foot tabs which mate with foot slots of the frame claim 1 , the foot slots provided normal to a front frame surface of the frame.8. The antenna hub of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of feet is four feet.9. The antenna hub of claim 1 , ...

METHOD FOR FORWARD END-TO-END BEAMFORMING

Methods and systems are described for providing end-to-end beamforming. For example, end-to-end beamforming systems include end-to-end relays and ground networks to provide communications to user terminals located in user beam coverage areas. The ground segment can include geographically distributed access nodes and a central processing system. Return uplink signals, transmitted from the user terminals, have multipath induced by a plurality of receive/transmit signal paths in the end to end relay and are relayed to the ground network. The ground network, using beamformers, recovers user data streams transmitted by the user terminals from return downlink signals. The ground network, using beamformers generates forward uplink signals from appropriately weighted combinations of user data streams that, after relay by the end-end-end relay, produce forward downlink signals that combine to form user beams. 1. A method for end-to-end beamforming using an end-to-end relay , the method comprising:computing forward beam weights for a plurality of end-to-end forward multipath channels that couple a plurality of geographically-distributed access nodes with a user terminal in a forward user beam coverage area via a plurality of transponders of the end-to-end relay, each end-to-end forward multipath channel having multipath induced by the transponders;generating a plurality of forward uplink signals by applying the forward beam weights to a forward beam signal, such that each forward uplink signal is unique to a respective one of the access nodes;transmitting each forward uplink signal in a time-synchronized manner by its respective access node;receiving a respective composite input forward signal by each of the plurality of transponders of the end-to-end relay from the plurality of access nodes, each respective composite input forward signal comprising a superposition of the plurality of forward uplink signals; andtransmitting a respective forward downlink signal corresponding ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR RETURN END-TO-END BEAMFORMING

Methods and systems are described for providing end-to-end beamforming. For example, end-to-end beamforming systems include end-to-end relays and ground networks to provide communications to user terminals located in user beam coverage areas. The ground segment can include geographically distributed access nodes and a central processing system. Return uplink signals, transmitted from the user terminals, have multipath induced by a plurality of receive/transmit signal paths in the end to end relay and are relayed to the ground network. The ground network, using beamformers, recovers user data streams transmitted by the user terminals from return downlink signals. The ground network, using beamformers generates forward uplink signals from appropriately weighted combinations of user data streams that, after relay by the end-end-end relay, produce forward downlink signals that combine to form user beams. 1. An end-to-end beamforming system for communications with a user terminal , the system comprising:a plurality of geographically distributed access nodes; a receive antenna element in wireless communication with the user terminal over an uplink to receive a respective return uplink signal from the user terminal; and', 'a transmit antenna element to transmit a respective one of a plurality of return downlink signals to the access nodes via a plurality of downlinks, the plurality of return downlink signals each corresponding to the respective return uplink signal,', 'such that a respective superposition of the return downlink signals is received by each of the access nodes, thereby resulting in a respective composite return signal; and, 'an end-to-end relay having a plurality of receive/transmit signal paths, each of the receive/transmit signal paths comprising an access node input in communication with each of the plurality of access nodes; and', 'a return data signal output to communicate a return beam signal, such that the return beam signal is generated using the ...

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

An electronic modulating device is provided. The electronic modulating device includes a substrate, a plurality of first modulating electrodes disposed on the substrate, and a plurality of second modulating electrodes disposed on the substrate. The area of one of the first modulating electrodes is greater than the area of one of the second modulating electrodes. The ratio of the number of first modulating electrodes to the number of second modulating electrodes is in a range from 0.5 to 2.0. 1. An electronic device , comprising:a plurality of light-emitting units; andan antenna disposed between the plurality of light-emitting units, the antenna comprising a first portion, a turning portion and a second portion, the first portion extending along a first direction, the second portion extending along a second direction, and the turning portion connecting the first portion and the second portion,wherein the first direction is different from the second direction, and wherein a width of the turning portion is gradually changed from a position connecting the first portion toward a position connecting the second portion.2. The electronic device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a ratio of a width of the first portion to a distance between two adjacent ones of the plurality of light-emitting units is ranged from 0.1 to 0.8.3. The electronic device as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the ratio of the width of the first portion to the distance between two adjacent ones of the plurality of light-emitting units is ranged from 0.2 to 0.6.4. The electronic device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a width of the first portion is greater than a width of the second portion.5. The electronic device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a first subpixel distance corresponding to the first portion is greater than a second subpixel distance corresponding to the second portion.6. The electronic device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a first substrate and a circuit layer disposed on the first ...

THROUGH-HOLE ANTENNA MOUNTS AND ASSEMBLIES

A monopole-streetlight assembly includes: an elongate monopole having lower and upper ends; a module configured for mounting of telecommunications antennas; the module including an upper plate and a central spine having an upper end that extends above the upper plate; an adapter having a lower sleeve that receives the upper end of the spine and a flange that extends radially outwardly from the sleeve; and a luminaire unit having an arm having a base, the base being secured to the adapter flange, and further having a luminaire mounted opposite the base. 1. A monopole-streetlight assembly , comprising:an elongate monopole having lower and upper ends;a module configured for mounting of telecommunications antennas; the module including an upper plate and a central spine having an upper end that extends above the upper plate;an adapter having a lower sleeve that receives the upper end of the spine and a flange that extends radially outwardly from the sleeve; anda luminaire unit having an arm having a base, the base being secured to the adapter flange, and further having a luminaire mounted opposite the base.2. The assembly defined in claim 1 , further comprising a cover that surrounds the adapter and the base of the luminaire arm.3. The assembly defined in claim 2 , wherein the cover comprises multiple pieces.4. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the sleeve includes threaded holes for receiving screws to secure the sleeve to the upper end of the spine.5. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the luminaire arm is generally horizontally disposed.6. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the flanges include a plurality of mounting holes.7. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the module is devoid of antennas and includes a concealment shroud.8. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein at least one antenna is mounted in the module.9. The assembly defined in claim 1 , wherein the upper end of the spine extends between about 4 and 8 inches above the upper ...

COMMUNICATION DEVICE WITH EXTENDED GROUNDING STRUCTURE TO ENHANCE ANTENNA PERFORMANCE

The disclosure provides a communication device including a ground plane, an antenna and an extended grounding structure. The ground plane has a first side and a second side opposite to each other. The antenna is disposed at the first side and has a first feeding end. The extended grounding structure is disposed at the second side and includes a connection portion and a symmetrical structure. The symmetrical structure is electrically connected to the ground plane via the connection portion, wherein the symmetrical structure is symmetrical along a symmetry axis, and an extension line of the symmetry axis passes through the first side and the second side. The disclosure can effectively prevent antenna efficiency from being degraded due to an insufficient size of the ground plane, so as to significantly enhance communication quality. 1. A communication device , comprising:a ground plane, having a first side and a second side opposite to each other;an antenna, disposed at the first side and has a first feeding end; and a connection portion; and', 'a symmetrical structure, electrically connected to the ground plane via the connection portion, wherein the symmetrical structure is symmetric about a symmetry axis, and an extension line of the symmetry axis passes through the first side and the second side., 'an extended grounding structure, disposed at the second side and comprising2. The communication device according to claim 1 , wherein a plane where the second side is located and is vertical to the ground plane and does not intersect the symmetrical structure.3. The communication device according to claim 1 , wherein the first feeding end is located on the first side claim 1 , and a distance between a position of an orthographic projection of the first feeding end on the second side along the extension direction of the symmetry axis and a connection position of the connection portion and the ground plane is smaller than or equal to 1/32 of the wavelength of an operation ...

COMMUNICATION DEVICE PROVIDED WITH ANTENNA FOR NEAR FIELD WIRELESS COMMUNICATION

A communication device includes a communication board; an antenna; a light-emitting element; and a connecting wire. The antenna is for near field wireless communication, and is provided on the communication board. The light-emitting element is provided on the communication board at a position away from the antenna. The connecting wire is provided on the communication board at a position away from the antenna and is connected to the light-emitting element. 1. A communication device comprising:a communication board;an antenna for near field wireless communication provided on the communication board;a light-emitting element provided on the communication board at a position away from the antenna; anda connecting wire provided on the communication board at a position away from the antenna and connected to the light-emitting element.2. The communication device according to claim 1 , further comprising a light guide member configured to guide light emitted from the light-emitting element to the antenna.3. The communication device according to claim 2 , wherein the antenna has a looped portion;wherein the light-emitting element and the connecting wire are disposed outside the looped portion of the antenna; and a light incident surface disposed outside the looped portion of the antenna and opposed to the light-emitting element; and', 'a light emission surface disposed inside the looped portion of the antenna., 'wherein the light guide member has4. The communication device according to claim 3 , further comprising:a communication control unit disposed on the communication board and outside the looped portion of the antenna, the communication control unit being connected to the antenna and configured to control communication via the antenna; anda shield member formed over the communication control unit and the light-emitting element.5. The communication device according to claim 4 , wherein the shield member has a cutout portion allowing the light guide member to extend ...

Vehicle antenna with light-emitting body

Provided is a vehicle antenna with a light-emitting body that allows improving visibility while maintaining the characteristic of an antenna element. The vehicle antenna with a light-emitting body includes: a base 21 ; an antenna element 42 arranged on the base 21 ; a light-emitting body 52 that is arranged on a peripheral edge portion of the base 21 and positioned below the antenna element 42 ; and a casing 24 that covers the antenna element 42 from an upper side so as to house the antenna element 42 . The casing 24 is formed of a light transmissive material, and a lower-end opening edge of the casing 24 is arranged at an upper side of the peripheral edge portion of the base 21.

Antenna assembly

Antenna assemblies are described herein. Any of these assemblies may include a primary feed that includes a single patterned emitting surface from which multiple different beams of RF signals are emitted corresponding to different antenna input feeds each communicating with the patterned antenna emitting surface. The antenna assembly may include a primary reflector, a secondary reflector, and a primary feed that is feed by multiple antenna input feeds so that different regions of the primary and secondary antenna correlate with different beams emitted by the primary feed. The antenna assembly is capable of emitting beams in the same direction having different polarizations using a single primary feed. Also described herein are methods of operating an antenna assembly. Access point devices that have a single primary feed configured to emit multiple beams are also described.

COMPACT RADIO FREQUENCY ANTENNA APPARATUSES

Antenna assemblies are described herein. In particular, described herein are multi-focal-point antenna devices and compact radio frequency (RF) antenna devices. Any of these assemblies may include a primary feed that includes a single patterned emitting surface from which multiple different beams of RF signals are emitted corresponding to different antenna input feeds each communicating with the patterned antenna emitting surface. The antenna assembly is therefore capable of emitting beams in the same direction having different polarizations using a single primary feed. Also described herein are compact RF antenna devices having a lightpipe that passes through the single patterned emitting surface. 1. A multi-focal-point antenna device having a single emitter adapted to emit three or more independent beams , the device comprising:a primary feed comprising a patterned antenna radiating emitter, wherein the patterned antenna radiating emitter comprises a sheet of metal having a plurality of cut-out regions along one or more edges of the patterned antenna radiating emitter;n antenna input feeds, where n is 3 or more, separately extending to the patterned antenna radiating emitter of the primary feed, wherein each of the n antenna input feeds are independent and electrically isolated from each other; anda radio circuitry coupled to each of the n antenna input feeds, wherein the radio circuitry is configured to transmit radio frequency (RF) signals to each of the n antenna input feeds transmits at a different polarization, wherein the patterned antenna radiating emitter emits n beams from the primary feed in which each of the n beams is differently polarized, and wherein the beams do not couple with each other.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a primary reflector having n wedge-shaped surface regions claim 1 , each of the n surface regions reflecting one or the n emitted beams.3. The device of claim 2 , further comprising a secondary reflector having n wedge- ...

ANTENNA MAST, METHOD AND INSTALLATION FOR THE PROVISION OF FLIGHT DATA AND COMPUTER PROGRAM

The invention relates to an antenna mast of a cellular mobile telephone network; comprising one or a plurality of mobile radio antennas to form an air interface of the mobile telephone network for mobile telephones located in the surroundings. The invention also relates to a method for the provision of flight data of aircraft, to a computer program for carrying out such a method and to a corresponding installation for the provision of flight data of aircraft. 2. The antenna mast according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one receiving device comprises a receiving antenna with an at least predominantly horizontally aligned reception characteristic for receiving the aircraft transponder signals.3. A mobile telephone network claim 1 , comprising exclusively or predominantly antenna masts according to .5. The method according to claim 4 , wherein the three-dimensional geographic position of the aircraft is determined from the variances through triangulation and/or trilateration.6. The method according to wherein one or more of a flight direction and a flight speed of an aircraft is determined from a plurality of three-dimensional geographic positions determined in sequence for the aircraft.7. The method according to further comprising making the three-dimensional geographic position of the aircraft available to one or more systems for control of aviation obstacle lighting.8. The method according to further comprising transmitting switch-on and/or switch-off signals for switching aviation obstacle lighting on or off.9. The method according to claim 4 , wherein at least at time points that are defined a comparison is carried out between the three-dimensional geographic position of the aircraft determined by the evaluation device and position data that identifies the three-dimensional geographic position of the aircraft transmitted by the aircraft.10. The method according to wherein the event of loss of a received radio signal of an aircraft a first minimum switch-on time ...

Composite System for Concealing a Satellite Dish

A hybrid lens having a planar bottom surface, a curved top surface, a plurality of refractive/reflective elements, the plurality of refractive/reflective elements being transparent and having a curved surface, and a plurality of diffractive elements. 1. A hybrid lens , comprising:a planar bottom surface;a curved top surface;a plurality of refractive/reflective elements, the plurality of refractive/reflective elements being transparent and having a curved surface; anda plurality of diffractive elements.2. The hybrid lens of claim 1 , wherein the hybrid lens comprises a transparent material having a transmitivity of at least 80%.3. The hybrid lens of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of refractive/reflective elements and the plurality of diffractive elements have a same focal length.4. The hybrid lens of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of refractive/reflective elements have a first focal length and the plurality of diffractive elements have a second focal length different from the first focal length.5. The hybrid lens of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of refractive/reflective elements comprise divots beneath the top surface.6. The hybrid lens of claim 5 , wherein the depth of the plurality of refractive/reflective elements is based on a wavelength of an incoming signal and a refractive index of a material of the hybrid lens.7. A skylight assembly claim 5 , comprising:a lens configured to focus energy on a sensor;a plurality of supports; anda plurality of interconnects, wherein a top end of the plurality of supports is coupled to the lens and a bottom end of the plurality of supports is coupled to the interconnects.8. The skylight assembly of claim 7 , wherein the lens comprises a hybrid lens claim 7 , the hybrid lens comprising:a plurality of refractive/reflective elements, the plurality of refractive/reflective elements being transparent and having a curved surface; anda plurality of diffractive elements.9. The skylight assembly of claim 8 , wherein the hybrid lens ...

FASTCAP

Control devices for controlling, switching or otherwise manipulating power and/or other operations of luminaires and/or other devices connected thereto via power, data or other connectors or interfaces are contemplated. The control devices may be included as part of a cap to facilitate a fast connection or a fast installation in a manner sufficient to be characterized as a FastCap™. 1a connector for interfacing with the luminaire;a housing secured to an open end of a light pole;one or more control devices for interfacing power and/or data with the luminaire be of the connector; anda movable suspension for securing the one or more control devices to the housing in such a manner that the control devices dangle within an interior of the light pole without contacting sides of the light pole within the interior.. A cap for interfacing power and/or data with a luminaire comprising: This the benefit of U.S. provisional Application Nos. 62/477,334 and 62/477,337, filed Mar. 27, 2017, the disclosures of which are incorporated in their entireties by reference herein.The present invention relates to control devices for controlling, switching or otherwise manipulating power and/or other operations of luminaires and/or other devices connected thereto via power, data or other connectors or interfaces.The outdoor lighting industry manufactures lights and purchase wired and wireless controllers from third party vendors to control lighting, measure energy and provide data feedback related to the performance of the controllers and lights. The various controller and lighting manufacturers have not created standard products that have similar dimensional or electrical characteristics. Further, luminaire manufacturers are required to re-certify the safety tests (Underwriters Labs or ETL Labs) in order to place the controllers within the luminaires. There are controllers that physically attach to the luminaire through an external facing socket but these too must be tested and approved.One ...

POLE TOP ADAPTER FOR WIRELESS ANTENNA

An antenna support connector for connecting an antenna assembly to a utility pole. The connector includes a plate having an upper surface and a lower surface where the lower surface is configured for engagement against an upper end surface of a pole. The plate includes a plurality of elongated apertures that extend through the plate between its upper and lower surfaces. Attachment element extends through each of the elongated apertures, which permit the attachment elements to be positioned against a sidewall (e.g., interior or exterior) of the pole. The attachment elements are adjustable to permit compressing the connector against the top surface of the pole. 1. An antenna support device for attachment to a pole , comprising:a plate having an upper surface and a lower surface, the lower surface being generally planar for engagement with an upper end of a pole;a plurality of elongated apertures extending through the plate between the upper surface and the lower surface, each of the elongated apertures extending outward from an interior of the plate toward a peripheral edge of the plate; and an upper end extending through the elongated aperture; and', 'a lower end configured to connect to a sidewall of said pole below the lower surface of the plate, wherein at least the lower end or the upper end includes an adjustable fastener for securing the attachment element to the plate or said pole., 'a plurality of attachment elements, wherein one attachment element extends through a respective one of the elongated apertures, each attachment element having2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the upper end of each of the attachment elements is configured to be selectively moved along a length of the elongated aperture.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of elongated apertures claim 1 , have an equal angular spacing around a common location on the plate.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein there are at least three elongated apertures.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein ...

DECORATIVE RADOME AND METHOD OF PRODUCING THE SAME

The invention is directed to a method of producing a decorative radome, comprising providing a substrate having a first surface and a second surface; applying, to at least a portion of the second surface of the substrate, a decorative layer comprising a layer of a metal or an alloy comprising a metal and a metalloid; and overmolding at least the decorative layer with a radio-transmissive polymer to provide an overmolded layer as well as a decorative radome comprising a first layer comprising a, preferably radio-transmissive, polymer, the first layer having a front surface; a second layer comprising a, preferably radio-transmissive, polymer, the second layer having a rear surface; and a decorative layer, between at least a portion of the first and second layer, comprising a layer of metal or an alloy comprising a metal and a metalloid, wherein the second layer directly or indirectly abuts the decorative layer and is directly adhesion bound or indirectly connected to the first layer, and wherein at least one of the first or second layers is comprised of a polymer capable of being formed by overmolding at a barrel nozzle temperature below 300 degrees Celsius. 1. A method of producing a decorative radome , comprising:providing a substrate having a first surface and a second surface;applying, to at least a portion of the second surface of the substrate, a decorative layer comprising a layer of a metal or an alloy comprising a metal and a metalloid; andovermolding at least the decorative layer with a radio-transmissive polymer to provide an overmolded layer.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the substrate is radio-transmissive and/or once set claim 1 , the overmolded layer provides a third surface which is substantially parallel to the first surface of the transparent and/or radio-transmissive substrate claim 1 , over at least a portion of the radome claim 1 , the portion defining a signal path.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the radio-transmissive ...

STACKABLE ANTENNA ENCLOSURE

A stackable antenna enclosure is generally dome-shaped with a top and a side wall tapering inward from its base. An antenna and associated electronic components are mounted on the interior top surface of the enclosure. A series of enclosures can be stacked together for storage or shipment, but the side wall of the enclosure includes a number of stops that limit how far the enclosure can be inserted into the interior cavity of an adjacent enclosure to prevent the antenna and related electronic components from coming into contact with the top of the adjacent enclosure. For example, the stops can be a series of vertical ribs extending radially outward from the side wall of the enclosure. The upper ends of these ribs will abut the base of an adjacent enclosure when stacked and prevent contact against the antenna and related electronic components. 1. A stackable antenna enclosure comprising:a base;a top with an interior surface;a side wall with interior and exterior surfaces tapering inward from the base to the top to define an interior cavity;at least one stop extending from the side wall; andan antenna housed within the interior cavity adjacent to the interior surface of the top;wherein a plurality of enclosures can be stacked together with the at least one stop limiting insertion of a first enclosure into the interior cavity of an adjacent second enclosure, thereby preventing the top of the first enclosure from contacting the antenna within the second enclosure.2. The stackable antenna enclosure of wherein the at least one stop extends outward from the exterior surface of the side wall.3. The stackable antenna enclosure of wherein the at least one stop comprises a number of vertical ribs spaced around the exterior of the side wall adjacent to the base.4. The stackable antenna enclosure of wherein the ribs extend upward from the base and further comprise an upper lip to abut the base of an adjacent enclosure.5. The stackable antenna enclosure of wherein the at least ...