18279847. PACKAGING FOR ANTENNA ARRAYS simplified abstract (Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (publ))

PACKAGING FOR ANTENNA ARRAYS

Organization Name

Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (publ)

Inventor(s)

Göran Snygg of Partille (SE)

Ingmar Andersson of Lindome (SE)

Kim Nordqvist of Västra Frölunda (SE)

Ola Tageman of Göteborg (SE)

Anders Martinsson of Göteborg (SE)

PACKAGING FOR ANTENNA ARRAYS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18279847 titled 'PACKAGING FOR ANTENNA ARRAYS

Simplified Explanation

The present invention is an integrated antenna unit assembly that includes a carrier structure, one or more antenna elements, an integrated circuit (IC) arrangement, a dielectric element, and coupling means. The carrier structure has two edge parts, with one edge part having the antenna element(s) and the other edge part being surface mounted on a dielectric element.

• The integrated antenna unit assembly includes a carrier structure, antenna element(s), IC arrangement, dielectric element, and coupling means.
• The antenna element(s) are arranged on one edge part of the carrier structure.
• The IC arrangement is mounted on a surface of the carrier structure.
• A dielectric element is mounted on another surface of the carrier structure.
• The coupling means electrically connects the IC to the dielectric element.

Potential Applications

The integrated antenna unit assembly can be used in various wireless communication devices, such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, and IoT devices.

Problems Solved

This technology solves the problem of integrating multiple components of an antenna system into a compact and efficient unit, reducing the overall size and complexity of the device.

Benefits

The integrated antenna unit assembly offers improved performance, reduced footprint, simplified design, and cost-effectiveness in manufacturing wireless communication devices.

Potential Commercial Applications

Potential commercial applications of this technology include telecommunications equipment, consumer electronics, automotive systems, and industrial IoT devices.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art for this technology could be the integration of antenna elements and ICs in separate components, requiring additional space and interconnections.

How does the integrated antenna unit assembly perform in terms of signal strength and range compared to traditional antenna systems?

The article does not provide specific details on the performance metrics of the integrated antenna unit assembly in comparison to traditional antenna systems.

What are the potential challenges in mass production and integration of the integrated antenna unit assembly into commercial devices?

The article does not address the potential challenges that may arise in mass production and integration of the integrated antenna unit assembly into various commercial devices.

Original Abstract Submitted

The present invention relates to an integrated antenna unit assembly and antenna arrays and antenna packages including the antenna unit assembly. The antenna unit assembly includes a carrier structure, one or more antenna element(s) arranged on a surface of a first edge part of the carrier structure. The integrated antenna unit assembly further includes an integrated circuit (IC) arrangement including one or more circuits mounted on a first surface of a first side of the carrier structure. Further, a first dielectric element mounted on a second surface of the first side of the carrier structure and coupling means arranged to electrically couple the IC to the first dielectric element are also included. The carrier structure of the integrated antenna unit assembly includes a second edge part adapted to be surface mounted on a surface of a second dielectric element.