Connector Structure With Integrated RF Switching for Compact 5G Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Electronic devices supporting 5G Sub6 and mmWave communication face challenges in securing mounting space for electronic components due to their compact and flexible designs.
Innovation Solution
A connector structure with a direct connection path on a flexible circuit board plug, allowing for the replacement of RF switches and forming Sub6 or UWB paths through electric fastening between the connector plug and socket, enabling RF switching without dedicated RF switches.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If RF switches are added to support multiple frequency bands and carrier aggregation, then wireless communication capability is improved, but device complexity and mounting space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the RF switch functionality directly into the connector structure by integrating switching elements within the connector housing. This merging of functions eliminates the need for separate RF switch components, thereby maintaining multi-frequency band support while reducing overall device complexity and mounting space requirements
Solution Approach 2:
The connector is designed to perform multiple functions: it provides electrical connection between components and simultaneously incorporates RF switching capability for multiple frequency bands. This multi-functionality allows a single component to replace what would traditionally require multiple separate components, addressing both the adaptability and space constraints
2Weight of moving object
If the electronic device is made compact and flexible, then portability is improved, but mounting space for electronic components is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
By integrating the RF switch functionality into the connector structure, the patent reduces the total number of discrete components required. This consolidation frees up mounting space within the compact device chassis, allowing the device to maintain its portable form factor while still accommodating all necessary communication components
Solution Approach 2:
The connector structure is designed to nest additional functional elements within its housing, particularly the RF switching elements. This nested arrangement allows multiple functions to be packed into a minimal volume, preserving both device compactness and component functionality
Data Source
AI summary
An electronic device (ED) includes a first wireless communication path configured to enable wireless communication in a first frequency band, a second wireless communication path configured to enable wireless communication in a second frequency band, and a connector structure. The first wireless communication path includes a first frequency signal processing circuit, a flexible circuit board, a second frequency signal processing circuit, and a wireless communication modem. The second wireless communication path includes an antenna part formed by segmentation of a metal bezel, and the flexible circuit board. The connector structure includes a connector plug electrically connected to the flexible circuit board disposed in the ED, and a connector socket electrically connected to a printed circuit board disposed in the ED. The connector plug includes a connection pin configured to electrically connect a first plug pin disposed at a first side thereof and a second plug pin disposed at a second side.