Angle adjustable antenna

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the field of communication antennas, and provides an angle-adjustable antenna, including a support assembly, an antenna assembly and an angle adjustment assembly, wherein the support assembly includes a first bracket and a second bracket arranged relatively, the antenna assembly includes a first antenna and a second antenna arranged between the first bracket and the second bracket, the first antenna and the second antenna are hinged to each other through a rotating shaft and the first bracket and the second bracket, and the angle adjustment assembly includes a first adjustment member and a second adjustment member, the first bracket is provided with an arc-shaped limiting groove, the first adjustment member is passed through the arc-shaped limiting groove and connected to the first antenna, and the second adjustment member is passed through the arc-shaped limiting groove and connected to the second antenna. The angle between the first antenna and the second antenna can be adjusted according to demand, effectively increasing the adjustable range of the signal coverage area, and when adjusting, it is only necessary to push the first adjustment member or the second adjustment member to slide in the arc-shaped limiting groove, and the two can be adjusted separately without interfering with each other, and it has the characteristics of simple structure and convenient adjustment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of communication antennas, in particular to an antenna with adjustable angle. Background Art

[0002] As the terminal of the mobile communication network, the base station antenna carries the dual functions of transmitting and receiving electromagnetic waves. It is the carrier of mobile communication signal transmission. The operator's network optimization personnel adjust the horizontal azimuth angle and downtilt angle of the base station antenna to achieve the best wireless radiation distance and wireless coverage range, while limiting the mutual interference of the same frequency signals. However, the antennas currently used are mainly fixed structures. When adjusting the angle, the antenna body and the fixed bracket need to be adjusted at the same time, which makes it inconvenient to adjust the angle. The antenna has different transmission angles and a limited transmission range, resulting in limited signal coverage on high floors.

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by the present application is: how to solve the problem that the existing antenna angle adjustment is inconvenient, resulting in limited signal coverage area. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to overcome the deficiencies of the prior art, the purpose of the utility model is to provide an angle-adjustable antenna, which has the characteristics of convenient adjustment and wide signal coverage.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by the utility model is: an angle-adjustable antenna, including a supporting assembly, an antenna assembly and an angle adjustment assembly, the supporting assembly including a first bracket and a second bracket arranged relatively, the antenna assembly including a first antenna and a second antenna arranged between the first bracket and the second bracket, the first antenna and the second antenna are hinged to each other, the first antenna and the second antenna and the first bracket and the second bracket are pivotally connected through a rotating shaft, the angle adjustment assembly includes a first adjustment member and a second adjustment member, the first bracket is provided with an arc-shaped limiting groove, the first adjustment member passes through the arc-shaped limiting groove and is connected to the first antenna, and the second adjustment member passes through the arc-shaped limiting groove and is connected to the second antenna.

[0006] The angle-adjustable antenna of the utility model sets the first antenna and the second antenna to be hinged to each other, so that the angle between the two can be adjusted according to actual needs, thereby changing the signal coverage range, and can effectively increase the adjustable range of the signal coverage area. When it is necessary to adjust the angle between the first antenna and the second antenna, it is only necessary to push the first adjustment member or the second adjustment member to slide in the arc-shaped limit groove, and the first antenna and the second antenna can be adjusted separately without interfering with each other, and has the characteristics of simple structure and convenient adjustment.

[0007] In some embodiments, the angle adjustment assembly further includes a connecting rod, a middle portion of the connecting rod is connected to the rotating shaft, and two ends of the connecting rod are respectively connected to the second antenna and the second adjustment member.

[0008] By adopting the above technical solution, the connecting rod can play a transmission role. The second adjustment member slides along the arc-shaped limit groove, thereby driving the connecting rod to rotate around the rotating axis, thereby driving the second antenna to rotate and realize the adjustment of the second line angle. In addition, by setting the connecting rod, the volume of the first bracket can be reduced, making the antenna structure more compact.

[0009] In some embodiments, the number of the arc-shaped limiting grooves is two, and the two arc-shaped limiting grooves correspond to the first adjustment member and the second adjustment member respectively.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, by setting two arc-shaped limit grooves corresponding to the first adjustment member and the second adjustment member respectively, the adjustable range of the angle between the first antenna and the second antenna can be increased, and at the same time, interference between the first antenna and the second antenna can be avoided when the angle is adjusted.

[0011] In some embodiments, the first adjustment member includes a first adjustment rod and a first locking member, one end of the first adjustment rod is connected to the first antenna, and the other end is provided with an arc-shaped limiting groove, and the first locking member is threadedly connected to an end of the first adjustment rod away from the first antenna;

[0012] The second adjusting member includes a second adjusting rod and a second locking member. One end of the second adjusting rod is connected to the second antenna, and the other end is provided with an arc-shaped limiting groove. The second locking member is threadedly connected to one end of the second adjusting rod away from the second antenna.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, the first antenna angle can be locked and unlocked by rotating the first locking member. Similarly, the second antenna angle can be locked and unlocked by rotating the second locking member, which is convenient to operate.

[0014] In some embodiments, the first antenna is dampedly connected to the second antenna and the hinge.

[0015] By adopting the above technical solution, the angles of the first antenna and the second antenna can be locked through damping cooperation.

[0016] In some embodiments, the first antenna includes a first base plate and a plurality of first oscillators, each of which is spaced apart on the first base plate; the second antenna includes a second base plate and a plurality of second oscillators, each of which is spaced apart on the second base plate.

[0017] In some embodiments, a first connecting ear rotatably matched with the rotating shaft is disposed on the first bottom plate, and a second connecting ear rotatably matched with the rotating shaft is disposed on the second bottom plate.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, the rotating shaft passes through the first connecting ear and the second connecting ear to realize the mutual hinge connection between the first antenna and the second antenna.

[0019] In some embodiments, the support assembly further includes a mounting plate and a protective cover, the first bracket and the second bracket are mounted on the mounting plate, the protective cover is detachably connected to the mounting plate, and the protective cover covers the mounting plate to form a housing cavity for accommodating the first antenna and the second antenna.

[0020] By adopting the above technical solution, the protective cover can protect the first antenna and the second antenna inside.

[0021] In some embodiments, an adjustment window is provided at one end of the protective cover close to the first bracket, and a detachable end cap for covering the adjustment window is provided on the protective cover. A waterproof flange is provided at the edge of the adjustment window, and a waterproof groove is provided on the end cap to be inserted into the waterproof flange.

[0022] By adopting the above technical solution, the detachable end cover can facilitate the adjustment of the angles of the first antenna and the second antenna, and the waterproof flange and the waterproof groove can cooperate to improve the waterproof performance of the adjustment window to prevent water from entering from the adjustment window.

[0023] In some embodiments, the protective cover is provided with a receiving groove for receiving the mounting plate, and a drainage groove is provided at the bottom of the receiving groove.

[0024] By adopting the above technical solution and providing a drainage ditch, when it rains, the accumulated water in the receiving trough can be quickly drained away, thereby reducing the probability of water entering the protective cover. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0025] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of an angle-adjustable antenna of a preferred embodiment of the utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of an axial cross-section of the angle-adjustable antenna shown;

[0027] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the angle-adjustable antenna from another perspective, wherein the end cap is not shown;

[0028] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the angle-adjustable antenna from another viewing angle, wherein the protective cover is not shown;

[0029] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of the antenna component and the angle adjustment component in the angle-adjustable antenna shown;

[0030] Figure 6 for Figure 1 The schematic diagram of the structure of the mounting plate and the protective cover in the angle-adjustable antenna is shown.

[0031] In the figure: 100, angle-adjustable antenna; 10, supporting assembly; 11, first bracket; 111, arc-shaped limit groove; 12, second bracket; 13, mounting plate; 14, protective cover; 141, adjustment window; 142, waterproof flange; 143, accommodating groove; 144, drainage groove; 15, end cover; 151, waterproof groove; 20, antenna assembly; 21, first antenna; 211, first bottom plate; 212, first vibrator; 213, first connecting ear; 22, second antenna; 221, second bottom plate; 222, second vibrator; 223, second connecting ear; 23, rotating shaft; 30, angle adjustment assembly; 31, first adjustment member; 311, first adjustment rod; 312, first locking member; 32, second adjustment member; 321, second adjustment rod; 322, second locking member; 33, connecting rod. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0033] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" another element, it may be directly on the other element or there may be a central element. When an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it may be directly connected to the other element or there may be a central element at the same time. When the number of an element is referred to as "plurality", it may be any number of two or more. The terms "vertical", "horizontal", "left", "right" and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to be the only implementation method.

[0034] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as those commonly understood by those skilled in the art in the technical field of the present invention. The terms used herein in the specification of the present invention are only for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the present invention. The term "and / or" used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more related listed items.

[0035] See also Figures 1 to 6, which is an angle-adjustable antenna 100 of a preferred embodiment of the utility model, comprises a support assembly 10, an antenna assembly 20 and an angle adjustment assembly 30, wherein the support assembly 10 comprises a first bracket 11 and a second bracket 12 arranged oppositely, the antenna assembly 20 comprises a first antenna 21 and a second antenna 22 arranged between the first bracket 11 and the second bracket 12, the first antenna 21 and the second antenna 22 are hinged to each other, the first antenna 21 and the second antenna 22 and the first bracket 11 and the second bracket 12 are pivotally connected through a rotating shaft 23, the angle adjustment assembly 30 comprises a first adjustment member 31 and a second adjustment member 32, the first bracket 11 is provided with an arc-shaped limiting groove 111, the first adjustment member 31 penetrates the arc-shaped limiting groove 111 and is connected to the first antenna 21, and the second adjustment member 32 penetrates the arc-shaped limiting groove 111 and is connected to the second antenna 22. The angle-adjustable antenna 100 of the present application has the characteristics of simple and compact structure, convenient adjustment and wide signal coverage.

[0036] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the first antenna 21 includes a first base plate 211 and a plurality of first oscillators 212, each of which is arranged at intervals on the first base plate 211, and the second antenna 22 includes a second base plate 221 and a plurality of second oscillators 222, each of which is arranged at intervals on the second base plate 221. Optionally, the number of the first oscillators 212 and the second oscillators 222 can be increased or decreased according to actual needs, and the arrangement and spacing of each of the first oscillators 212 and the second oscillators 222 can also be adjusted according to actual needs.

[0037] Furthermore, in order to improve the strength of the first bottom plate 211 and the second bottom plate 221 , bends may be provided at the edges of the first bottom plate 211 and the second bottom plate 221 .

[0038] Optionally, a first connecting ear 213 rotatably matched with the rotating shaft 23 is provided on the first bottom plate 211, and a second connecting ear 223 rotatably matched with the rotating shaft 23 is provided on the second bottom plate 221. Preferably, the first connecting ear 213 is provided at both ends of the first bottom plate 211, and the second connecting ear 223 is provided at both ends of the second bottom plate 221, and the rotating shaft 23 is provided as two short shafts, which are respectively provided at both ends of the first bottom plate 211, wherein one rotating shaft 23 passes through the first connecting ear 213, the second connecting ear 223 and the first bracket 11, and the other rotating shaft 23 passes through the first connecting ear 213, the second connecting ear 223 and the second bracket 12. In other embodiments, a long shaft may also be used to pass through the first connecting ear 213, the second connecting ear 223, the first bracket 11 and the second bracket 12 at both ends.

[0039] In other embodiments, the first bottom plate 211 and the second bottom plate 221 can also be connected by hinges or flexible connectors (such as gooseneck tubes, flexible springs, etc.), and then the first bottom plate 211 or the second bottom plate 221 is pivotally connected to the first bracket 11 and the second bracket 12 through the rotating shaft 23.

[0040] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the angle adjustment assembly 30 further includes a connecting rod 33, the middle portion of which is connected to the rotating shaft 23, one end of which is fixedly connected to the second bottom plate 221, and the other end of which is rotatably connected to the second adjustment member 32. The connecting rod 33 can play a transmission role, and the second adjustment member 32 slides along the arc-shaped limiting groove 111, thereby driving the connecting rod 33 to rotate around the rotating shaft 23, thereby driving the second antenna 22 to rotate, and realizing the adjustment of the second line angle. In addition, by providing the connecting rod 33, the volume of the first bracket 11 can be reduced, making the antenna structure more compact.

[0041] Furthermore, there are two arc-shaped limit grooves 111, and the two arc-shaped limit grooves 111 correspond to the first adjustment member 31 and the second adjustment member 32 respectively. Preferably, the two arc-shaped grooves are arranged concentrically. By providing two arc-shaped limit grooves 111 corresponding to the first adjustment member 31 and the second adjustment member 32 respectively, the adjustable range of the angle between the first antenna 21 and the second antenna 22 can be increased, and at the same time, the first antenna 21 and the second antenna 22 can be prevented from interfering with each other when adjusting the angle.

[0042] In other embodiments, one arc-shaped limiting groove 111 may be provided, and the first adjustment member 31 and the second adjustment member 32 are both provided in the same arc-shaped limiting groove 111 .

[0043] Please refer to Figure 5 The first adjustment member 31 includes a first adjustment rod 311 and a first locking member 312. One end of the first adjustment rod 311 is connected to the first bottom plate 211, and the other end is provided with an arc-shaped limit groove 111. The first locking member 312 is threadedly connected to the end of the first adjustment rod 311 away from the first bottom plate 211. The second adjustment member 32 includes a second adjustment rod 321 and a second locking member 322. One end of the second adjustment rod 321 is connected to the second bottom plate 221, and the other end is provided with an arc-shaped limit groove 111. The second locking member 322 is threadedly connected to the end of the second adjustment rod 321 away from the second bottom plate 221. By rotating the first locking member 312, the first antenna 21 can be locked and unlocked at any angle within the adjustable range. Similarly, by rotating the second locking member 322, the second antenna 22 can be locked and unlocked at any angle within the adjustable range, which is convenient to operate.

[0044] In other embodiments, the first bottom plate 211 is dampedly connected to the second bottom plate 221 and the rotating shaft 23. The first bottom plate 211 and the second bottom plate 221 can be locked at any angle within an adjustable range through damping cooperation.

[0045] Optionally, in order to intuitively know the adjusted angle, an angle scale is provided on the edge of the arc-shaped limiting groove 111 .

[0046] Please also read Figures 1 to 3 The support assembly 10 further includes a mounting plate 13 and a protective cover 14. The first bracket 11 and the second bracket 12 are mounted on the mounting plate 13. The mounting plate 13 is connected to an external mounting bracket. The protective cover 14 is detachably connected to the mounting plate 13. The protective cover 14 covers the mounting plate 13 to form a receiving cavity for accommodating the first antenna 21 and the second antenna 22. The protective cover 14 can protect the first antenna 21 and the second antenna 22 inside. Optionally, the protective cover 14 and the mounting plate 13 are detachably connected by screw locking, clamping or bonding.

[0047] Preferably, an adjustment window 141 is provided at one end of the protective cover 14 close to the first bracket 11, and an end cap 15 for covering the adjustment window 141 is detachably provided on the protective cover 14, a waterproof flange 142 is provided at the edge of the adjustment window 141, and a waterproof groove 151 is provided on the end cap 15 to be plugged into the waterproof flange 142. The detachable end cap 15 can facilitate adjustment of the angles of the first antenna 21 and the second antenna 22, and the waterproof flange 142 cooperates with the waterproof groove 151 to improve the waterproof performance of the adjustment window 141 and prevent water from entering the adjustment window 141.

[0048] Furthermore, in order to facilitate the installation and removal of the end cover 15, the end cover 15 and the adjustment window 141 are locked and connected by bolts with a screw handle.

[0049] like Figure 2 and Figure 6 As shown, the protective cover 14 is provided with a receiving groove 143 for receiving the mounting plate 13, and a drainage groove 144 is provided at the bottom of the receiving groove 143. By providing the drainage groove 144, when it rains, the accumulated water in the receiving groove 143 can be quickly drained, thereby reducing the probability of water entering the protective cover 14. Furthermore, in order to facilitate the drainage of the accumulated water in the drainage groove 144, a drainage hole connecting the drainage groove 144 with the outside can be provided; the outer dimensions of the mounting plate 13 can also be set to be smaller than the outer dimensions of the receiving groove 143, so as to avoid the mounting plate 13 completely covering the receiving groove 143, so as to facilitate the drainage of the accumulated water from the gap between the mounting plate 13 and the receiving groove 143.

[0050] When the angle of the first antenna 21 and the second antenna 22 needs to be adjusted, first unscrew the locking bolt on the end cover 15, then open the end cover 15, and then loosen the first locking piece 312 and / or the second locking piece 322 according to the required angle, and then push the first adjustment rod 311 and / or the second adjustment rod 321 along the arc-shaped limit groove 111. After the first antenna 21 and / or the second antenna 22 are adjusted to the desired angle, tighten the first locking piece 312 and / or the second locking piece 322, and finally cover the end cover 15 and tighten the locking bolt to complete the angle adjustment.

[0051] The angle-adjustable antenna 100 of the utility model sets the first antenna 21 and the second antenna 22 to be hinged to each other, so that the angle between the two can be adjusted according to actual needs, thereby changing the signal coverage range, and can effectively increase the adjustable range of the signal coverage area. When it is necessary to adjust the angle between the first antenna 21 and the second antenna 22, it is only necessary to push the first adjustment member 31 or the second adjustment member 32 to slide in the arc-shaped limit groove 111, and the first antenna 21 and the second antenna 22 can be adjusted separately without interfering with each other, and has the characteristics of simple structure and convenient adjustment.

[0052] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred example of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Although the present invention is described in detail with reference to the above embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the above embodiments or replace some of the technical features therein by equivalents. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present invention shall be included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An angle-adjustable antenna, comprising a support assembly (10), an antenna assembly (20) and an angle adjustment assembly (30), characterized in that: The support assembly (10) comprises a first bracket (11) and a second bracket (12) which are arranged opposite to each other; the antenna assembly (20) comprises a first antenna (21) and a second antenna (22) which are arranged between the first bracket (11) and the second bracket (12); the first antenna (21) and the second antenna (22) are hinged to each other; the first antenna (21) and the second antenna (22) are pivotally connected to the first bracket (11) and the second bracket (12) via a rotating shaft (23); the angle adjustment assembly (30) comprises a first adjustment member (31) and a second adjustment member (32); an arc-shaped limiting groove (111) is provided on the first bracket (11); the first adjustment member (31) penetrates the arc-shaped limiting groove (111) and is connected to the first antenna (21); the second adjustment member (32) penetrates the arc-shaped limiting groove (111) and is connected to the second antenna (22).

2. The angle-adjustable antenna according to claim 1, characterized in that: The angle adjustment assembly (30) further comprises a connecting rod (33), the middle portion of the connecting rod (33) is connected to the rotating shaft (23), and the two ends of the connecting rod (33) are respectively connected to the second antenna (22) and the second adjustment member (32).

3. The angle-adjustable antenna according to claim 2, characterized in that: The number of the arc-shaped limiting grooves (111) is two, and the two arc-shaped limiting grooves (111) correspond to the first adjustment member (31) and the second adjustment member (32) respectively.

4. The angle-adjustable antenna according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first adjustment member (31) comprises a first adjustment rod (311) and a first locking member (312); one end of the first adjustment rod (311) is connected to the first antenna (21), and the other end is provided with an arc-shaped limiting groove (111); the first locking member (312) is threadedly connected to one end of the first adjustment rod (311) away from the first antenna (21); The second adjustment member (32) comprises a second adjustment rod (321) and a second locking member (322); one end of the second adjustment rod (321) is connected to the second antenna (22), and the other end is provided with an arc-shaped limiting groove (111); the second locking member (322) is threadedly connected to one end of the second adjustment rod (321) away from the second antenna (22).

5. The angle-adjustable antenna according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first antenna (21) is dampedly connected to the second antenna (22) and the rotating shaft (23).

6. The angle-adjustable antenna according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first antenna (21) comprises a first base plate (211) and a plurality of first oscillators (212), each of which is arranged on the first base plate (211) at intervals; the second antenna (22) comprises a second base plate (221) and a plurality of second oscillators (222), each of which is arranged on the second base plate (221) at intervals.

7. The angle-adjustable antenna according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first bottom plate (211) is provided with a first connecting ear (213) rotatably matched with the rotating shaft (23), and the second bottom plate (221) is provided with a second connecting ear (223) rotatably matched with the rotating shaft (23).

8. The angle-adjustable antenna according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support assembly (10) further comprises a mounting plate (13) and a protective cover (14); the first bracket (11) and the second bracket (12) are mounted on the mounting plate (13); the protective cover (14) and the mounting plate (13) are detachably connected; the protective cover (14) covers the mounting plate (13) to form a receiving cavity for accommodating the first antenna (21) and the second antenna (22).

9. The angle-adjustable antenna according to claim 8, characterized in that: An adjustment window (141) is provided at one end of the protective cover (14) close to the first bracket (11); an end cover (15) for covering the adjustment window (141) is detachably provided on the protective cover (14); a waterproof flange (142) is provided at the edge of the adjustment window (141); and a waterproof groove (151) is provided on the end cover (15) for plugging into the waterproof flange (142).

10. The angle-adjustable antenna according to claim 8, characterized in that: The protection cover (14) is provided with a receiving groove (143) for receiving the mounting plate (13), and a drainage groove (144) is provided at the bottom of the receiving groove (143).

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