18264118. ANTENNA ARRAY WITH RECONFIGURABLE ANTENNA ARRAY GEOMETRY simplified abstract (Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (publ))
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ANTENNA ARRAY WITH RECONFIGURABLE ANTENNA ARRAY GEOMETRY
Organization Name
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (publ)
Inventor(s)
Fabien Mesquita of Limhamn (SE)
Stefan Andersson of Flyinge (SE)
ANTENNA ARRAY WITH RECONFIGURABLE ANTENNA ARRAY GEOMETRY - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18264118 titled 'ANTENNA ARRAY WITH RECONFIGURABLE ANTENNA ARRAY GEOMETRY
- Simplified Explanation:**
The patent application describes mechanisms for operating an antenna array with a reconfigurable geometry to enhance wireless communication.
- Key Features and Innovation:**
- The antenna array can switch between at least two different geometries during operation.
- Each geometry has a unique radiation pattern with main and side lobes.
- The main lobes of all radiation patterns point in the same direction, while the side lobes vary.
- This allows for improved signal transmission and reception in different directions.
- Potential Applications:**
This technology can be used in:
- Wireless communication systems
- Radar systems
- Satellite communication
- Mobile networks
- Problems Solved:**
- Enhances signal coverage and quality
- Allows for adaptability to changing communication needs
- Improves overall performance of antenna arrays
- Benefits:**
- Increased signal strength and reliability
- Enhanced communication range
- Flexibility in adapting to different communication scenarios
- Commercial Applications:**
Potential commercial applications include:
- Telecommunications companies
- Defense and security industries
- Satellite communication providers
- Mobile network operators
- Prior Art:**
Prior art related to this technology may include research on reconfigurable antenna arrays and beamforming techniques in wireless communication systems.
- Frequently Updated Research:**
Researchers are constantly exploring new ways to optimize antenna array geometries for improved wireless communication performance.
- Questions about Antenna Array Geometries:**
1. How do different antenna array geometries affect signal propagation?
- Different antenna array geometries can influence signal strength and coverage in various directions.
2. What are the advantages of using reconfigurable antenna arrays in wireless communication systems?
- Reconfigurable antenna arrays offer flexibility and adaptability to changing communication needs, improving overall system performance.
Original Abstract Submitted
Mechanisms for operating an antenna array. The antenna array includes antenna elements and having a reconfigurable antenna array geometry. A method includes applying, as part of operating the antenna array for performing wireless communication, at least two antenna array geometries at the antenna array. The at least two antenna array geometries are alternatingly applied when the antenna array is operated. Each of the at least two antenna array geometries has a respective radiation pattern having a main lobe and a set of side lobes. The main lobes of all the radiation patterns have same pointing direction. Pointing directions of the side lobes differ between the radiation patterns of the at least two antenna array geometries.
