Hinge Antenna Integration on Fixed Shaft for Compact Broadband Design
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing hinge antennas face challenges with excessive overall cavity size and complex hinge mechanism design, often requiring additional space or compromising product reliability and appearance.
Innovation Solution
A hinge antenna is integrated onto a horizontal fixed shaft within the hinge assembly, utilizing a non-conductive antenna base and a metal fixing assembly for electrical connection, minimizing overall size while maintaining radiation efficiency and appearance integrity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If an additional antenna area is opened in the hinge antenna, then the antenna radiation efficiency is improved, but the overall cavity size becomes excessive
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the antenna structure with the hinge assembly by integrating the antenna base into the hinge assembly's inner space. The antenna base is positioned within the hinge assembly's cavity, and the fixing assembly simultaneously secures both the antenna base to the hinge assembly and provides the grounding connection. This merging eliminates the need for separate antenna mounting space while maintaining radiation efficiency.
2Reliability
If a special hinge design is adopted to match an antenna sleeve design, then the antenna radiation efficiency is improved, but the hinge mechanism design becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The fixing assembly serves multiple functions: it mechanically secures the antenna base to the hinge assembly, provides the grounding connection for the antenna, and maintains the antenna's positional stability during hinge rotation. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate antenna mounting mechanisms and grounding structures, simplifying the overall hinge mechanism while ensuring proper antenna operation.
3Reliability
If a radiation opening is provided in the appearance of the casing, then the antenna radiation efficiency is improved, but the product appearance and reliability are compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The antenna base and radiation elements are nested within the hinge assembly's inner space, utilizing the existing cavity volume. The antenna structure is positioned inside the hinge assembly rather than requiring external openings in the casing. This nesting approach allows the antenna to radiate effectively through the hinge assembly's existing structure without compromising the external appearance or structural integrity of the device casing.
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
The design reduces the hinge antenna's overall size and maintains good radiation characteristics across broadband frequencies, improving space utilization and reducing development costs.
Implementation Method 1
The antenna radiation pattern is located on the antenna base... to receive and transmit a radio frequency signal
Data Source
AI summary
An electronic device co-constructed with a hinge antenna and the hinge antenna thereof are provided. The electronic device includes a first casing, a second casing, a hinge assembly, and a hinge antenna. The hinge assembly is connected to the first casing and the second casing, so that the first casing and the second casing are opened and closed through rotation of the hinge assembly. The hinge assembly includes a horizontal fixed shaft. The hinge antenna is mounted on the horizontal fixed shaft and fixed on the hinge assembly. Therefore, the hinge antenna is mounted on the hinge assembly on the premise of maintaining the original appearance design, to improve the space utilization of the antenna.