Method for manufacturing a radar sensor and radar sensor
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202111569115.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2020-12-21
- Filing Date
- 2021-12-21
- Publication Date
- 2026-10-27
- Estimated Expiration
- 2041-12-21
AI Technical Summary
[0016]雷达收发器基本上能够以两种不同的变型方案装配在电路板的表面上。在一种变型方案中,波导结构和雷达收发器可以布置在电路板的不同的表面上。优选地,雷达收发器布置在与波导结构相对置的表面上。然后雷达信号穿过电路板馈入到波导通道中。为此,可以设置波导过渡、耦合结构和/或具有金属化通孔(Durchkontaktierung)的有线馈电。由于电路板通常相对较薄,因此雷达收发器与波导结构之间的短的、直接的耦合是可能的。其他表面安装构件(SMD,表面贴装器件)优选布置在与雷达收发器相同的表面上。因此,单侧的装配过程就足够了,由此降低制造成本。此外,电路板仅在一侧上加热并且可以在该侧上设置热传导元件。结合上述模块化的单元还提供有线优点:波导结构的模块化的单元可以布置在整个表面上并连接,因为在该表面上没有设置其他构件。此外,SMD的并且特别是焊接点的光学质量控制可以从一侧进行。纯粹从原理上讲,其他SMD也可以布置在其他表面、例如侧表面上或布置在与波导结构相同的表面上,并且在必要时也可以布置在波导结构下方。
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to a method for manufacturing a radar sensor having a waveguide structure soldered to a circuit board, and a corresponding radar sensor. Background Technology
[0002] Today, radar sensors are used, for example, in vehicles to enable comfort features such as adaptive cruise control and safety features such as emergency braking assist. Radar sensors directly measure relevant physical quantities, such as the distance to a target, without relying on image interpretation, as is done in optical cameras, for example.
[0003] Radar sensors transmit high-frequency radar signals in the direction of an object through an antenna structure, and mostly use the same antenna structure to receive radar signals reflected from the object. Using the transmitted and received radar signals, the distance and direction (i.e., angle) of the object can be determined. Furthermore, the relative velocity between the object and the radar sensor can be calculated. Typical radar sensors operate in a frequency range between 81 GHz and 1 GHz.
[0004] On the one hand, antenna structures used for radar sensors are typically planar antennas on a circuit board, primarily constructed as microstrip antennas. On the other hand, 3D waveguide antennas are used, which offer higher performance factors (e.g., lower power loss) and wider bandwidth compared to planar antennas. 3D waveguide antennas are generally composed of multiple layers, which must be bonded or soldered together at high overhead. Furthermore, waveguide antennas must be secured to the circuit board using screws or adhesives at high overhead. Summary of the Invention
[0005] A method for manufacturing radar sensors is proposed, wherein the following steps are performed: We offer standard circuit boards used as substrates for radar sensors. For example, these boards can be manufactured using the cost-effective standard FR4 technology. The boards have materials suitable for soldering, such as the copper structure typically present in circuit boards, or solder paste applied prior to soldering.
[0006] Furthermore, a radar transceiver is provided that generates radar signals output from the antenna structure of a radar sensor and receives radar signals received through the antenna structure. The radar transceiver is preferably a surface-mount device (SMD) and, in particular, a monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC). The radar transceiver can also be configured as separate transmitting and receiving units. The radar transceiver is surface-mounted on a circuit board.
[0007] A waveguide structure made of plastic is provided. The waveguide structure is primarily a plastic block. Waveguide channels are constructed within the waveguide structure, as described below. The waveguide structure serves as an antenna structure for a radar sensor, and the waveguide channels serve as waveguides for radar signals that should be transmitted and received by the radar sensor. Here, the waveguide channels are constructed such that they have at least one sidewall coated with a conductive metal in the waveguide structure and also have an open side not defined by the waveguide structure. The conductive metal coating is composed of metal and is conductive. The open side is constructed on the same side of the waveguide structure for all waveguide channels. The waveguide channels may have multiple sidewalls depending on their shape. Here, the shapes of the individual waveguide channels may differ from each other. In the waveguide structure, all sidewalls forming the waveguide channels are coated with a conductive metal coating. The conductive metal coating may be constructed only on said at least one sidewall or partially or completely surrounding the waveguide structure.
[0008] The waveguide structure is soldered to the surface of a circuit board. Here, the waveguide structure is oriented such that the open side of the waveguide channel is oriented in the direction of the circuit board. A known soldering method is used to connect the waveguide structure to the circuit board. For example, reflow soldering with solder paste mask printing is used here. Here, the conductive coating of the waveguide structure can be directly soldered to a suitable soldering material (i.e., copper structure or solder paste) of the circuit board. Furthermore, holes or slots can be provided next to the waveguide channel to achieve optimized heat transfer to the solder joint, for example, by heating with infrared radiation. By connecting the waveguide structure to the circuit board, the open side of the waveguide channel is closed by the circuit board, thus forming a completely closed conductive waveguide channel.
[0009] As a result, the waveguide is thus formed through at least one sidewall of the waveguide structure and a circuit board by soldering the waveguide structure and the circuit board together. This offers several advantages: a monolithic waveguide structure can be used by fully utilizing the surface area of the circuit board. Compared to commonly used, multi-layered and complex plastic or metal sheet stacks (most of which require gluing, soldering, or screwing), this provides a less complex and cost-effective structure. By reducing the number of required components, eliminating the need for special high-frequency materials in circuit board manufacturing, and reducing the process steps in component assembly to just soldering, an optimal cost-performance ratio with a stable and simple mounting process is achieved. Lower complexity and fewer process steps also improve stability, quality, and lifespan. Simultaneously, the solder joint is used to mechanically secure the waveguide structure to the circuit board. Tensile forces are generated during soldering, ensuring that the waveguide channels are completely sealed on all sides without critical air gaps. This results in excellent high-frequency connectivity. Furthermore, the melting of the solder during the soldering process creates surface tension within the solder. Thus, the waveguide structure and the circuit board self-center during the soldering process, thereby compensating for mounting tolerances in the assembly to some extent. Therefore, even with slight twisting or misalignment between the two components, the waveguide channel can be pulled into the correct position on the circuit board.
[0010] Typically, different shapes of waveguide channels are possible. Preferably, the waveguide channel has a rectangular shape in cross-section. In a rectangular waveguide, radar signals can be fed in an easily implemented mode. In this case, three sidewalls with a conductive metal coating are constructed in the waveguide structure, and the fourth side is an open side that is bounded by a circuit board after soldering. A (semi-)elliptical waveguide channel can also be provided, in which only one sidewall with a conductive metal coating is constructed in the waveguide structure. Alternatively, a polygonal waveguide channel with multiple sidewalls with conductive metal coatings can also be provided.
[0011] For soldering processes, a conductive metallic coating can be used if it is suitable for soldering and extends to the solder joint. If this is not possible, or if improved soldering is desired, an additional solderable coating can be applied to the area of the solder joint. The solderable coating is applied before the waveguide structure is soldered to the circuit board surface. The solderable coating is advantageously arranged such that it contacts the solder paste on the circuit board during the soldering process.
[0012] As described above, the waveguide channel serves as a waveguide. To achieve targeted radiation, a radiating element is provided. The radiating element is preferably implemented in the form of an opening extending through at least one coated sidewall of the waveguide channel to the outside of the waveguide structure. For example, this opening is configured as a slot.
[0013] As described above, the waveguide structure can be manufactured separately from the circuit board. Therefore, the waveguide structure can also be constructed as modular units. Modular units are independent modules that form closed functional units and can be structurally separated from the circuit board, and then soldered onto the circuit board. Multiple modular units can also be connected to the same circuit board. Therefore, the same circuit board can be used for different modular units. The dimensions of the waveguide structure can be selected independently of the circuit board dimensions. Thus, corresponding modular units can be constructed according to applications and requirements (e.g., regarding operating range, angular coverage, angular accuracy, etc.). General-purpose modules can also be provided for different applications and requirements. Preferably, the mounting positions on the circuit board remain the same for different modular units. Implementing the structure as modular units also brings other advantages: - Lower requirements for the difference in thermal expansion coefficients between the waveguide structure and the circuit board; - Lower requirements for tolerances regarding the positioning of waveguide structures on the circuit board; - Lower requirements for the twisting and expansion of the circuit board's layer structure (Lagenaufbau), not only in the manufacturing process but also regarding aging and temperature effects; - Waveguide structures can be better soldered onto the circuit board at the waveguide channel; - In the case of separately arranged modules, overcoupling between waveguide channels (e.g. due to surface waves) can be minimized; - Multipath reflections between the waveguide structure and other components (such as the vehicle's cover (antenna radome) or bumper) are reduced in a manner proportional to the total surface area of the waveguide structure; - Approval testing, environmental testing, and reliability testing can be significantly reduced because the antenna module can correspond to the general component concept (Gleichteilekonzept) (the same external dimensions and contact position with the circuit board).
[0014] In particular, at least one transmitting module and at least one receiving module are configured as independent waveguide structures, as described above, and are provided separately from each other. The at least one transmitting module and the at least one receiving module are soldered to the surface of a circuit board at different locations. Thus, the transmitting and receiving modules can be constructed or selected independently of each other, as described above.
[0015] Today, radar sensors with multiple antenna channels are commonly used. Multiple waveguide channels can be configured to coexist in a single waveguide structure or in multiple modular units. The radiating elements, and therefore the waveguide channels, can be configured as a single radiator or arranged in an array, achieving desired antenna parameters (e.g., antenna gain and sidelobe attenuation). For the performance of the radar sensor, and especially for the angle estimation performed therein, the precise known spacing and accurate orientation of the radiating elements of the individual transmitting and receiving modules are crucial. Conversely, the poses of the transmitting and receiving modules can be freely chosen, and specific location requirements can be met.
[0016] Radar transceivers can be mounted on the surface of a circuit board in essentially two different variations. In one variation, the waveguide structure and the radar transceiver can be arranged on different surfaces of the circuit board. Preferably, the radar transceiver is arranged on the surface opposite the waveguide structure. The radar signal is then fed into the waveguide channel through the circuit board. For this purpose, waveguide transitions, coupling structures, and / or wired feeds with metallized vias can be provided. Since the circuit board is typically relatively thin, short, direct coupling between the radar transceiver and the waveguide structure is possible. Other surface mount components (SMDs) are preferably arranged on the same surface as the radar transceiver. Therefore, a single-sided assembly process is sufficient, thereby reducing manufacturing costs. Furthermore, the circuit board is heated only on one side, and heat conduction elements can be placed on that side. The modular units described above also offer the advantage of wired connections: the modular units of the waveguide structure can be arranged and connected across the entire surface, since no other components are placed on that surface. In addition, optical quality control of the SMDs, and especially the solder joints, can be performed from one side. In principle, other SMDs can also be placed on other surfaces, such as side surfaces or on the same surface as the waveguide structure, and can also be placed below the waveguide structure if necessary.
[0017] In another variation, the waveguide structure and radar transceiver can be arranged on the same surface of the circuit board. The radar signal can then be directly coupled into or out of one or more waveguide channels. This enables simple input and output coupling of the radar signal and eliminates the need for vias through the circuit board. Other surface mount components (SMDs) can preferably be arranged on the same surface and on opposing surfaces. This allows for higher package density, resulting in smaller circuit boards and therefore more compact radar sensors. However, the arrangement of SMDs on the waveguide structure surface reduces the space available for the waveguide structure or waveguide channels. In principle, other SMDs can also be arranged on other surfaces. If the radar transceiver and / or SMDs are arranged on the same surface as the waveguide structure and covered by it, they are shielded by the metallic coating of the waveguide structure. Thus, the waveguide structure also acts as a shielding cage in the sense of electromagnetic compatibility (EMV).
[0018] The waveguide structure with an opening on one side also enables the following possibilities: a transition to the circuit board for coupling radar signals into or out of the waveguide channel. The waveguide channel can extend partially within the circuit board. This allows for efficient input and output coupling directly within the waveguide channel through the structured circuit board. Vias extending into the waveguide channel can be used for this purpose. The transition to the circuit board can be achieved via one or more steps within the waveguide channel, or through bevels or other matching structures. The waveguide channel can now be fed via simple lines.
[0019] A radar sensor is also proposed, comprising a circuit board, a waveguide structure made of plastic, and a radar transceiver. The waveguide structure is soldered to the surface of the circuit board. Furthermore, the waveguide structure has a waveguide channel with at least one sidewall coated with a conductive metal. Another boundary of the waveguide channel is formed here through the circuit board. The radar transceiver is constructed on the surface of the circuit board. For the advantages of the radar sensor and possible extensions, refer to the description above. Attached Figure Description
[0020] Embodiments of the present invention are shown in the accompanying drawings and are described in more detail in the following description.
[0021] Figure 1 An isometric cross-sectional view of a radar sensor according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown; Figure 2 A partial view of a waveguide structure and circuit board prior to the soldering process, according to an embodiment of the method of the present invention; Figure 3Another partial view of another cross-sectional view of the waveguide structure and circuit board prior to the soldering process, illustrating one embodiment of the method according to the present invention; Figure 4 A partial view of the waveguide structure and circuit board after the welding process, according to one embodiment of the method according to the present invention; Figure 5 A partial view of the waveguide structure and circuit board after the welding process, according to another embodiment of the method according to the invention; Figure 6a , 6b Isometric views of two embodiments of the radar sensor according to the present invention are shown respectively; Figures 7a to 7d Top views of several embodiments of the radar sensor according to the present invention are shown respectively. Detailed Implementation
[0022] Figure 1 A cross-sectional isometric view of a radar sensor according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. The radar sensor has a waveguide structure 1 made of plastic and a circuit board 2. The waveguide structure is constructed in a block form, and the circuit board consists of multiple layers (multilayer circuit board) and has been manufactured using standard FR4 technology. The waveguide structure 1 is connected to the surface of the circuit board 2 (hereinafter referred to as the upper side) by a soldering process described in detail below. The waveguide structure 1 has a plurality of waveguide channels 10 with rectangular cross-sections, which, together with the surface of the circuit board 2, serve as waveguides for radar signals. Thus, an antenna structure for the radar sensor is formed. For a detailed description of the waveguide channels 10, refer to the following description. A plurality of slotted openings are constructed in the waveguide structure 1, which connect the waveguide channels 10 to the surface of the waveguide structure 1 and serve as radiating elements 11 for radar signals. The radar sensor also includes a radar transceiver 3, which in this example is arranged as a surface mount device (SMD) on the surface of the circuit board 2 opposite to the waveguide structure 1 (hereinafter referred to as the lower side) and constructed as a monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC). The radar transceiver 3 is connected to the waveguide channel 10 of the waveguide structure 1 via a plurality of through-holes 31 through the circuit board 2. The radar transceiver 3 generates a radar signal (transmitted by the radar sensor) and feeds the radar signal into the waveguide channel 10 through the through-holes 31, which then radiates the radar signal through a radiating element 11. The radar signal received by the radar sensor through the radiating element 11 and the waveguide channel 10 is guided through the through-holes 31 to the radar transceiver 3 for processing. The radar transceiver 3 also includes a heat-conducting material 32 through which heat generated in the radar transceiver 3 is dissipated to a housing (not shown).
[0023] Figure 2 A partial cross-sectional view of waveguide structure 1 and circuit board 2 is shown. Here, waveguide structure 1 and circuit board 2 are not yet soldered to each other. A waveguide channel 10 is constructed in waveguide structure 1, having three sidewalls 12, 13, and 14 formed by waveguide structure 1. In the cross-sectional view, the three sidewalls 12, 13, and 14 represent three sides of a rectangle. The fourth side of the rectangle is open and oriented in the direction of circuit board 2. At least sidewalls 12, 13, and 14, and in this embodiment, the entire surface of waveguide structure 1, are coated with a conductive metallic coating 18. The upper sidewall 13 of waveguide channel 10 has a slotted opening serving as a radiating element 11. Soldering points 16 and 17 for soldering to the surface of circuit board 2 are provided at the corner between the open side 15 of waveguide channel 10 and sidewall 12 or 14. A solderable coating 19 is additionally provided at soldering points 16 and 17. If the conductive metal coating 18 is also sufficiently solderable and extends over the solder joints 16, 17, the additional solderable coating 19 can be omitted. The circuit board 2 has a copper layer 21 at least on the surface facing the waveguide structure 1. Solder paste 22 is applied to the surface of the circuit board 2 at locations corresponding to the solder joints 16, 17. Outwardly, solder resist 23 is also provided, which restricts soldering to the solder joints 16, 17.
[0024] Figure 3 Perpendicular to Figure 2 Another cross-sectional view of the figure shows a full-height view of the waveguide structure 1 and the circuit board 2 before the soldering process. The same components are characterized by the same reference numerals and refer to the preceding description for this purpose. Before soldering, the radar transceiver 3 is already mounted on the underside of the circuit board 2 (i.e., the surface opposite the waveguide structure 1). In other embodiments, the radar transceiver 3 may also be mounted after soldering. The waveguide channels 10 and vias 31 are arranged such that they are coupled to each other after soldering. The waveguide structure 1 is mounted onto the surface of the circuit board 2 using solder paste 22. The waveguide structure 1 and the circuit board 2 are then soldered to each other at least at solder points 16, 17. For this purpose, reflow soldering, known per se, is used with the solder paste 22 arranged at solder points 16, 17 on the circuit board 2. Tensile forces are generated during soldering, ensuring that the waveguide channels 10 are fully sealed around the perimeter without critical air gaps. Furthermore, the melting of the solder in the solder paste 22 during the soldering process generates surface tension in the solder. As a result, self-centering of waveguide structure 1 and circuit board 2 occurs during the welding process.
[0025] exist Figure 4 The image shows a post-weld process according to one embodiment. Figure 3The cross-sectional view is shown. After the soldering process, the waveguide structure 1 is securely connected to the circuit board 2. The copper layer 21 on the surface of the circuit board 2 closes the opening side 15 of the waveguide channel 10, thereby creating a completely closed rectangular waveguide channel 10, which serves as a waveguide. In this embodiment, other SMDs 4 are arranged on the underside of the circuit board 2.
[0026] exist Figure 5 Another embodiment is shown. The waveguide structure 1 and circuit board 2 after soldering are shown again. This embodiment differs from the one described above in that the radar transceiver 3 is mounted on the upper side of the circuit board 2 (i.e., the same surface as the waveguide structure 1). In this example, the radar transceiver 3 is surrounded by the waveguide structure 1 and is therefore shielded. The through-hole 31 through the circuit board 2 can be omitted. Instead, the radar transceiver 3 is coupled to the waveguide channel 10 via a direct connection 33. In this embodiment, the other SMDs 4 are arranged not only on the lower side of the circuit board 2 but also on the upper side (below the waveguide structure 1). This embodiment, where the radar transceiver 3 is mounted on the upper side of the circuit board 2, can be applied to other embodiments.
[0027] In the previous embodiments, only one waveguide channel 10 was described. However, multiple antenna channels are typically provided—for example, up to 32 channels. Figure 6a and 6b Two embodiments are shown, by which multiple antenna channels are implemented. The same elements are also characterized herein by the same reference numerals and with reference to the preceding description. Figure 6a In this embodiment, the waveguide structure 1 is constructed as a modular unit, which forms a closed functional unit and jointly transmits radar signals and receives reflected radar signals. In this embodiment, the waveguide structure 1 has four waveguide channels 10A (each with a corresponding radiating element 11A for transmitting radar signals) and three other waveguide channels 10B (each with a corresponding radiating element 11B for receiving radar signals), which are separately connected to the radar transceiver 3. The size of the waveguide structure 1 can be selected independently of the size of the circuit board 2, thus in this embodiment, an SMD 4 is mounted on the upper side of the circuit board 2.
[0028] exist Figure 6bIn this embodiment, instead of modular units that jointly transmit and receive functions, multiple modular units are used to construct the waveguide structure. The first modular unit is constructed as a transmitting module 100 and is used solely for transmitting radar signals. For this purpose, the transmitting module 100 has three waveguide channels 10A, each with a corresponding radiating element 11A for transmitting radar signals. The other two modular units are constructed as receiving modules and are used solely for receiving radar signals. For this purpose, each receiving module 101, 102 has a waveguide channel 10B, each with a corresponding radiating element 11B for receiving radar signals. The modular units are dimensionally independent of each other and independent of the size of the circuit board 2, thus, in this embodiment, an SMD 4 is mounted on the upper side of the circuit board 2.
[0029] The number of waveguide channels and radiating elements can be selected according to the application. Furthermore, modular units can be replaced and combined with each other in different ways depending on the application. Multiple universal modules can also be provided, allowing the radar sensor to be assembled from modular components. Here, the modules are positioned identically on the circuit board, only the solder joints change. Additionally, in the mentioned embodiments, other SMD 4 components can also be additionally arranged on the underside or one of the other sides of the circuit board 2.
[0030] Figures 7a to 7d Top views of radar sensors from various embodiments are shown, illustrating different arrangements of modular units. Figure 7a The middle shows Figure 6a The layout lacks SMD 4. Modular units handle both transmitting and receiving functions. Figure 7b As shown in Figure 6b The transmitting module 100 and receiving module 101 are described herein. The transmitting module 100 is configured to transmit radar signals and the receiving module 101 is configured to receive radar signals. The poses of the transmitting module 100 and the receiving module 101 can be arbitrarily selected, and the two modules can be shifted relative to each other, as indicated by the arrows. For analysis processing, especially angle estimation via radar sensors, only the precise spacing and accurate orientation between modules 100 and 101 are important. Therefore, space can be created on the surface of the circuit board 2 for multiple SMDs 4. This also applies to the embodiments described below. Figure 7c The same diagram also shows the transmitting module 100 and the receiving module 103. (Compared to...) Figure 7b Compared to the receiving module in the previous section, the receiving module 103 has a different shape. Figure 7d In China Figure 7cThe same diagram also shows the transmitting module 100 and the receiving module 104. In this example, in addition to a single waveguide channel 10B, the receiving module 104 also has a waveguide channel array 10C with multiple radiating elements 11C, which is also used to receive radar signals.
[0031] In all embodiments, the waveguide channel 10 may also extend partially (not shown) within the circuit board 2. For this purpose, metallized vias extending into the waveguide channel 10 may be provided. The transition to the circuit board 2 may be made via one or more steps in the waveguide channel 10, or via bevels or other matching structures. The waveguide channel 10 is fed by simple lines. For example, the endpoints of the lines are spaced a quarter wavelength from the sidewalls 12, 14, so that the fundamental mode H10 is thus excited within the rectangular waveguide channel 10.
Claims
1. A method for manufacturing a radar sensor, characterized by the following steps: - Provide circuit board (2); - Assemble a radar transceiver (3) on the surface of the circuit board (2); - A waveguide structure (1) made of plastic is provided, wherein the circuit board (2) has a copper layer at least on the surface facing the waveguide structure (1); - Construct waveguide channels (10, 10A, 10B, 10C), the waveguide channels having at least one metal conductively coated sidewall (12, 13, 14) in the waveguide structure (1) and having an open side (15). - The waveguide structure (1) is soldered to the surface of the circuit board (2), wherein the opening side (15) is oriented in the direction of the circuit board (2) such that the opening side (15) of the waveguide channel (10, 10A, 10B, 10C) is closed by the circuit board (2), thereby forming a waveguide through at least one sidewall in the waveguide structure (1) and the circuit board.
2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The waveguide channel (10) is constructed in cross-section in the form of a rectangle with three metal conductively coated sidewalls (12, 13, 14).
3. The method according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, Before soldering the waveguide structure (1) to the surface of the circuit board (2), a solderable coating (19) is applied to the waveguide structure (1) in the area of the solder joint.
4. The method according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The radiating elements (11, 11A, 11B, 11C) are implemented in the form of an opening through at least one coated sidewall (13) of the waveguide channel (10, 10A, 10B, 10C) to the outside of the waveguide structure (1).
5. The method according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The waveguide structure (1) is constructed as a modular unit, which is soldered to the surface of the circuit board (2).
6. The method according to claim 5, characterized in that, At least one transmitting module (100) and at least one receiving module (101, 102, 103, 104) are provided separately from each other and soldered to the surface of the circuit board (2) at different locations.
7. The method according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The waveguide structure (1) and the radar transceiver (3) are arranged on different surfaces of the circuit board (2).
8. The method according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The waveguide structure (1) and the radar transceiver (3) are arranged on the same surface of the circuit board (2).
9. The method according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, At least one waveguide channel (10, 10A, 10B, 10C) extends partially in the circuit board (2).
10. A radar sensor, the radar sensor having: - Circuit board (2); - A waveguide structure (1) made of plastic, said waveguide structure being soldered to the surface of said circuit board (2), wherein, The circuit board (2) has a copper layer on at least the surface facing the waveguide structure (1). The waveguide structure (1) has waveguide channels (10, 10A, 10B, 10C) and an open side (15). The waveguide channels have at least one metal conductively coated sidewall (12, 13, 14). Another boundary of the waveguide channel (10) is formed by the circuit board (2), such that the open side (15) of the waveguide channel (10, 10A, 10B, 10C) is closed by the circuit board (2), thereby forming a waveguide through at least one sidewall in the waveguide structure (1) and the circuit board. - Radar transceiver (3), which is arranged on the surface of the circuit board (2).
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