Dual-Band Antenna Module Layout for Compact Isolation

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Solution Overview

Problem

In antenna modules with multiple antennas, existing methods for providing isolation between antennas using slits on a ground electrode are inefficient, requiring separate slits for each frequency band, which increases the occupied area and can constrain component arrangement.

Innovation Solution

An antenna module with a coupling reducing electrode inside a single slit formed along the perimeter of the ground electrode, where the electrode resonates at two different frequencies, effectively blocking signal transmission between antennas while minimizing the occupied area.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If separate slits are formed for each frequency band on the ground electrode, then isolation between antennas for multiple frequency bands is improved, but the occupied area of the ground electrode increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveisolation between antennasVSAvoidoccupied area of ground electrode
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSArea of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple slits for different frequency bands into a single integrated slit structure on the ground electrode. Instead of forming separate slits for each frequency band, the invention creates one unified slit that serves multiple frequency isolation functions, thereby reducing the total occupied area while maintaining isolation performance across multiple bands.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The single slit structure is designed to perform multiple functions by providing isolation for signals of different frequency bands simultaneously. The slit configuration enables it to block or reduce coupling between antennas across multiple frequency ranges, making one structural element serve universal isolation purposes rather than requiring dedicated slits for each band.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Reliability

If separate slits are formed for each frequency band, then isolation between antennas is improved, but the arrangement of components on the ground electrode becomes constrained

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveisolation between antennasVSAvoidarrangement flexibility of components
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

By merging multiple frequency-specific slits into a single integrated slit structure, the patent reduces the number of separate features on the ground electrode. This consolidation frees up space and reduces geometric constraints, allowing for more flexible arrangement of electronic components such as antennas, capacitors, and other elements that need to be mounted on or near the ground electrode.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The single slit structure can be designed with internal segmentation or sub-features that provide frequency-specific isolation functions while maintaining an integrated external form. This allows the slit to be divided into functional zones for different frequencies without requiring separate physical slits, thereby preserving component arrangement flexibility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

3Area of stationary object

If a single slit is used for multiple frequency bands, then the occupied area is reduced, but achieving equal isolation for all frequencies becomes difficult

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveoccupied area of ground electrodeVSAvoidisolation performance across frequencies
Core Design Contradiction:
Area of stationary objectVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies local quality by creating variations in the single slit structure at different locations or sections to optimize isolation for specific frequency bands. The slit may have different widths, depths, shapes, or additional features at different positions along its length, allowing each local region to be tuned for optimal performance at particular frequencies while maintaining the overall compact structure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Solution Approach 2:

The invention utilizes parameter changes by varying geometric parameters of the slit (such as width, length, depth, curvature, or cross-sectional shape) to achieve different isolation characteristics across frequency bands. By adjusting these parameters in different regions of the single slit, the structure can provide effective isolation for multiple frequencies despite the reduced occupied area compared to separate slits.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

This configuration provides equal or greater isolation between antennas using a smaller area, allowing for more flexible component arrangement and reducing the size of the antenna module.

Implementation Method 1

The coupling reducing electrode includes a first conductor having a length corresponding to a first frequency and a second conductor having a length corresponding to a second frequency, the second frequency being higher than the first frequency

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectResonance: Resonance

Data Source

PatentUS11870145B2Antenna module and communication device incorporating the same
Publication Date: 2024.01.09 MURATA MFG CO LTD
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AI summary

An antenna module (10) includes a ground electrode (30) in which a slit (33) is formed in such a manner as to form an opening along a perimeter of the ground electrode, a first antenna (110) and a second antenna (110A) arranged in or on the ground electrode (30), and a coupling reducing electrode (200) connected to the ground electrode (30) within the slit (33). The slit (33) is formed on a path leading from the first antenna (110) to the second antenna (110A) along the perimeter of the ground electrode. The coupling reducing electrode (200) includes a first conductor (220) having a length corresponding to a first frequency and a second conductor (230) having a length corresponding to a second frequency, which is higher than the first frequency.