Meta platforms technologies, llc (20240178552). TRANSPARENT NFC ANTENNA simplified abstract

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TRANSPARENT NFC ANTENNA

Organization Name

meta platforms technologies, llc

Inventor(s)

Wei Huang of San Diego CA (US)

Yasuo Morimoto of Cupertino CA (US)

Boon Shiu of Palo Alto CA (US)

Jiang Zhu of Cupertino CA (US)

Yonghua Wei of San Diego CA (US)

Geng Ye of Union City CA (US)

TRANSPARENT NFC ANTENNA - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240178552 titled 'TRANSPARENT NFC ANTENNA

Simplified Explanation

The disclosed apparatus includes a transparent NFC antenna with a transparent portion and a non-transparent portion, improving radiation efficiency by incorporating a transparent conducting film in the transparent portion and metalized film in the non-transparent portion.

  • Transparent NFC antenna includes transparent conducting film and metalized film.
  • Metalized film extends along a narrow width of the perimeter of the transparent portion.
  • Can be incorporated into a touch-enabled display panel of a wrist-wearable device without interfering with usability or viewability.

Potential Applications

The technology can be applied in various devices such as smartwatches, fitness trackers, and other wearable devices that require NFC functionality without compromising the design and aesthetics.

Problems Solved

1. Improved radiation efficiency of NFC antennas. 2. Integration of NFC functionality into wearable devices without obstructing the display.

Benefits

1. Enhanced performance of NFC antennas. 2. Seamless integration of NFC technology into wearable devices. 3. Maintains the aesthetics and usability of the device.

Potential Commercial Applications

"Transparent NFC Antenna Technology for Wearable Devices" can be utilized in the development of next-generation smartwatches, fitness trackers, and other wearable devices with NFC capabilities.

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to transparent antennas or NFC technology in wearable devices, but specific examples are not provided in the abstract.

Unanswered Questions

How does the transparent conducting film improve the radiation efficiency of the NFC antenna?

The transparent conducting film allows for better transmission and reception of NFC signals without obstructing visibility through the transparent portion of the antenna.

What materials are commonly used in metalized films for NFC antennas?

Metalized films for NFC antennas often consist of materials like aluminum or copper to provide the necessary conductivity for signal transmission and reception.


Original Abstract Submitted

the disclosed apparatus may include a transparent nfc antenna that includes a transparent portion and a non-transparent portion. the transparent nfc antenna improves the radiation efficiency of standard nfc antennas by including a transparent conducting film such as metal mesh in the transparent portion, and metalized film in the non-transparent portion. the metalized film can extend along a narrow width of the perimeter of the transparent portion. in one implementation, the transparent nfc antenna can be incorporated into a touch-enabled display panel of a wrist-wearable device without interfering with the usability or viewability of the touch-enabled display panel. various other implementations are also disclosed.