Embedded Waveguide Tubes in Concrete for 5G Signal Penetration
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Solution Overview
Problem
5G signals, particularly millimeter-wave frequencies, face significant obstruction by concrete structures, limiting indoor coverage and connectivity.
Innovation Solution
The method involves constructing concrete structures with an integrated waveguide tube during the construction process, where formwork and a form tie system, including the waveguide tube, are installed before pouring concrete, and the formwork and form tie system are removed after the concrete has hardened, leaving the waveguide tube embedded within the concrete.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If concrete structures are used for building construction, then structural strength and stability are improved, but 5G signal propagation is blocked
Solution Approach 1:
The concrete structure is segmented by embedding waveguide tubes that create internal channels, dividing the solid concrete into regions that allow signal passage while maintaining overall structural integrity
Solution Approach 2:
Waveguide tubes serve as intermediary elements embedded within the concrete structure, enabling 5G signals to propagate through the concrete by providing a dedicated transmission path that mediates between the concrete barrier and the signal
2Object-affected harmful factors
If waveguide tubes are embedded in concrete structures, then 5G signal propagation is improved, but construction process complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The waveguide tube installation is merged with the concrete pouring process itself, where tubes are positioned within formwork before concrete is poured, combining the waveguide embedding step with the standard concrete construction workflow
Solution Approach 2:
Waveguide tubes are pre-positioned within the formwork structure before concrete pouring begins, allowing for precise placement and integration without requiring post-construction modifications to the hardened concrete
3Object-affected harmful factors
If waveguide tubes are installed during construction, then signal transmission capability is improved, but manufacturing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
Waveguide tubes are pre-assembled and positioned within formwork before concrete pouring, enabling efficient installation and reducing on-site labor requirements while ensuring proper placement
Solution Approach 2:
The concrete pouring process itself serves to permanently secure and position the waveguide tubes within the structure, with the concrete acting as both structural material and embedding medium that holds tubes in place
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 approach allows for the propagation of high-frequency 5G signals through the concrete structure, enhancing indoor coverage and connectivity without the need for additional infrastructure or modifications to existing construction processes.
Implementation Method 1
a waveguide tube capable of transmitting high-frequency band frequencies is embedded within the concrete
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention provides construction methods for a concrete structure integrated with a waveguide tube, including: installing formwork that conforms to the shape and size of the concrete structure (C), referred to as a formwork installation step; installing a form tie system, including waveguide tube (40), between first formwork and second formwork, referred to as form tie installation step; pouring concrete after the first formwork, the second formwork, and the form tie system are completely installed, referred to as concrete pouring step; and removing the formwork and the form tie system, excluding the waveguide tube (40), after the concrete has initially hardened, referred to as a formwork removal step.