Modular Antenna Holder with Honeycomb Carrier
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for mounting antennas in electronic devices face challenges such as structural interference among circuit boards, improper antenna placement due to size constraints, and labor-intensive assembly/disassembly processes, which can lead to connector damage.
Innovation Solution
A modular holder structure comprising a circuit board with a honeycomb carrier that allows for easy mounting and electrical connection of antennas, enabling flexible integration and disintegration without damaging connecting lines and connectors.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If multiple circuit boards are mounted separately inside the casing to accommodate miniaturized electronic devices, then the device can be miniaturized, but structural interference among circuit boards affects antenna signal receiving and transmitting
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple circuit boards into a single integrated circuit board structure, eliminating structural interference between separate boards while maintaining miniaturization. The antenna is directly mounted on this integrated circuit board, ensuring reliable signal transmission without interference from adjacent boards.
2Volume of moving object
If the antenna is directly mounted on the circuit board considering dimensions and sizes, then the device can be miniaturized, but the antenna cannot be properly mounted due to size constraints
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extends the circuit board in a specific direction to provide sufficient mounting space for the antenna, solving the size constraint problem. This dimensional extension allows proper antenna placement and connection while maintaining overall device miniaturization through optimized space utilization.
3Ease of manufacture
If a supportive carrier structure is used to dispose the antenna inside the casing with connecting lines and connectors, then the antenna can be properly mounted, but the connecting lines and connectors are vulnerable to be broken during assembly and disassembly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the antenna directly onto the circuit board, merging the antenna structure with the circuit board structure. This eliminates vulnerable connecting lines and connectors by creating a direct, robust electrical connection between the antenna and circuit board, significantly improving reliability during assembly and disassembly operations.
4Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate antennas are assembled with connecting lines and connectors, then the antenna system can be configured, but plenty of labor time is spent during assembling and disassembling
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the antenna system into modular components that can be independently configured on the circuit board, while maintaining direct electrical connections. This segmentation allows for flexible antenna configuration without requiring multiple separate connecting lines and connectors, significantly reducing assembly and disassembly time while preserving adaptability.
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AI summary
A holder for antennas includes at least one circuit board, at least one carrier and at least one antenna. The at least one carrier, disposed to a lateral side of the at least one circuit board, has at least one honeycomb structure. The at least one antenna, disposed at the at least one carrier, is electrically connected with the at least one circuit board. The antenna, the carrier and the circuit board are formed as a modular structure beneficial to be assembled into or disassembled from the casing of the electronic device.