20240055748. ANTENNA FOR MEASURING DIELECTRIC VALUES simplified abstract (Endress+Hauser Flowtec AG)

ANTENNA FOR MEASURING DIELECTRIC VALUES

Organization Name

Endress+Hauser Flowtec AG

Inventor(s)

[[:Category:Stefan Pfl�ger of München (DE)|Stefan Pfl�ger of München (DE)]][[Category:Stefan Pfl�ger of München (DE)]]

Thilo Ihringer of Rheinfelden (DE)

ANTENNA FOR MEASURING DIELECTRIC VALUES - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240055748 titled 'ANTENNA FOR MEASURING DIELECTRIC VALUES

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes an antenna for high-frequency measuring devices that determines the dielectric value of media using a high-frequency waveguide and a coaxial conductor.

• The high-frequency signal is coupled in or out through a coaxial conductor running orthogonally through the axis of the high-frequency waveguide.
• The termination of the coaxial conductor extends beyond the waveguide to form a defined capacitance, optimizing the match between the coaxial conductor and the waveguide.
• No additional electrical components are needed for this matching process.

Potential Applications

• High-frequency measuring devices for determining dielectric values of media.
• Antennas for industrial applications requiring precise dielectric measurements.

Problems Solved

• Efficient coupling of high-frequency signals in and out of a waveguide.
• Optimal matching between the coaxial conductor and the waveguide without additional components.

Benefits

• Improved accuracy in determining dielectric values of media.
• Simplified design without the need for extra electrical components.
• Enhanced performance of high-frequency measuring devices.

Original Abstract Submitted

an antenna for high-frequency based measuring devices for determining a dielectric value of media is based on a high-frequency waveguide. the high-frequency signal is coupled in or out via a coaxial conductor that runs orthogonally through the axis of the high-frequency waveguide for this purpose. the conductor termination for the coaxial conductor extends extensively beyond the high-frequency waveguide in such a way that the coaxial conductor forms a defined capacitance in this region. in this way, the coaxial conductor is optimally matched to the high-frequency waveguide without having to integrate additional electrical components for this purpose.