SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ANTENNA OBSTRUCTION DETECTION AND MITIGATION

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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ANTENNA OBSTRUCTION DETECTION AND MITIGATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18087396 titled 'SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ANTENNA OBSTRUCTION DETECTION AND MITIGATION

- Simplified Explanation:**

The patent application describes a logic system that uses touch-sensing algorithms to detect obstructions on an electronic device caused by a user's grip or touch. It then takes compensation actions to improve antenna performance.

- Key Features and Innovation:**
Touch-sensing algorithms detect user grip, finger position, and thumb/finger orientation.
Antenna obstruction is determined using the touch-sensing methods.
Compensation actions are taken to mitigate negative antenna performance.
User thumb/finger orientation and velocity are estimated to predict future antenna occlusion.

- Potential Applications:**

This technology can be applied in smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices to improve antenna performance and user experience.

- Problems Solved:**

The technology addresses issues related to antenna performance degradation caused by user obstructions on electronic devices.

- Benefits:**
Improved antenna performance
Enhanced user experience
Predictive maintenance of antenna occlusion

- Commercial Applications:**

Enhancing antenna performance in smartphones and tablets can lead to better connectivity and user satisfaction, potentially increasing sales and market share in the electronics industry.

- Questions about Obstruction Detecting Logic:**

1. How does the touch-sensing algorithm determine user thumb/finger orientation? 2. What are the potential implications of improved antenna performance in electronic devices?

Original Abstract Submitted

Obstruction detecting logic may execute touch-sensing algorithms on the electronic device, which may detect when a user is gripping the electronic device from the side, when the fingers or hand of the user is on the edge of the electronic device, when the user is using one or more fingers to touch the electronic device, and may determine thumb and finger orientation. Using the touch-sensing methods, it may be determined which antennas are obstructed. To mitigate negative antenna performance due to the determined obstruction, one or more compensation actions may be taken. The touch-sensing algorithms may estimate user thumb/finger orientation and velocity, which may be used to predict future antenna occlusion (e.g., if the hand of the user is in motion).