Compact multi-band antenna for worldwide mobile handset applications

Abstract

A multi-band antenna component is provided. The multi-band antenna component comprises a carrier, a first antenna array, and a second antenna array. The carrier is composed of a ceramic material characterized by a permittivity of at least about 6, said carrier having a first region and a second region distinct from the first region. The first antenna array is disposed on the first region and comprises one or more antennas selected from the group consisting of a first antenna adapted for about 2.4 GHz wireless communication, a second antenna adapted for about 5 GHz wireless communication, and a third antenna adapted for wireless communication for a global positioning system. The second antenna array is disposed on the second region and comprises at least one of a fourth antenna adapted for about 850 MHz wireless communication or a fifth antenna adapted for about 1800/1900 MHz wireless communication.

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