Base Station Antenna Radome for Lateral Monopole Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional cellular base station antennas face challenges in being mounted on monopoles, especially when the top is reserved for other devices, as the conventional sliding method from the top to the middle may not be feasible in all cases, necessitating an alternative solution for lateral mounting.
Innovation Solution
A cellular base station antenna design featuring a radome with a lateral recess and an antenna assembly including a reflecting plate and radiating element, which can be securely mounted on a monopole by accommodating the pole within a recessed space, with optional cover bodies for closure and reflection patches to compensate for reflection interruptions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the antenna is mounted on the top of the pole using conventional sliding method, then the mounting is simple, but the top of the pole cannot be reserved for other devices
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from vertical mounting (top of pole) to lateral mounting (side of pole) by introducing a radome with a lateral opening. This dimensional change allows the antenna to be mounted on the side of the pole rather than the top, resolving the conflict between mounting simplicity and pole top availability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the antenna is mounted in the middle of the pole, then the pole top is available for other devices, but the conventional sliding method cannot be used
Solution Approach 1:
The radome is segmented with a lateral opening that allows the antenna assembly to be inserted laterally onto the pole. This segmentation enables the antenna to be mounted in the middle of the pole without requiring sliding from the top, thus maintaining ease of operation while achieving pole top availability.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a lateral recess is added to the radome for lateral mounting, then lateral mounting is enabled, but the radome structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The lateral recess in the radome serves multiple functions: it provides a mounting interface for lateral attachment to the pole, accommodates the antenna assembly, and maintains the overall radome structure. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional separate mounting structures, thereby limiting the increase in device complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables secure and versatile lateral mounting of the antenna on any section of the monopole, including the middle, providing a stable and efficient solution for antenna placement while maintaining aesthetic and functional integrity.
Implementation Method 1
the antenna assembly including a reflecting plate and a radiating element mounted on the reflecting plate
Data Source
AI summary
The present application relates to a cellular base station antenna, including: a radome having a lateral recess that defines a first accommodating space with a lateral opening and for accommodating a pole, where the cellular base station antenna should be mounted to the pole; and an antenna assembly mounted within a second accommodating space defined by the radome, the antenna assembly including a reflecting plate and a radiating element mounted on the reflecting plate. Moreover, the present application relates to a pole assembly, including a pole and a cellular base station antenna capable of being mounted laterally to the pole.