Active tuned loop-coupled antenna
AssigneeEthertronics, Inc.
InventorsAlf Friman, Sverker Petersson, Laurent Desclos, Jeffrey Shamblin
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Abstract
An active tuned loop-coupled antenna capable of optimizing performance over incremental bandwidths and capable of tuning over a large total bandwidth to be used in wireless communications. The active loop is capable of serving as the radiating element or a radiating element can be coupled to this active loop. Multiple active tuned loops can be coupled together to extend the total bandwidth of the antenna. Active components can be incorporated into the antenna structure to provide yet additional extension of the bandwidth along with increased optimization of antenna performance over the frequency range of the antenna.
Claims28
An antenna element, comprising:
- one or more active tuning components that provide an adjustable reactance;
- and
- one or more conductive elements in loop formations coupled to the one or more conductive elements;
- wherein the combination of the one or more active tuning components and one or more conductive elements form one or more active tuned loops.
A method for configuring an antenna structure, comprising:
- providing one or more active tuning component that provides an adjustable reactance;
- coupling one or more conductive elements in loop formations to the one or more active tuning component;
- and
- wherein the combination of the one or more active tuning components and one or more conductive elements form one or more active tuned loop.
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