Integrated Frame Antenna Layout for Space-Limited Mobile Terminals
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless mobile terminals face challenges in improving communication performance due to space constraints and inefficient antenna design.
Innovation Solution
An antenna apparatus with a frame enclosing a hollow space and a bracket connected to a segment, where both the bracket and segment are made of conductive materials, allowing them to double as part of the antenna module, and are positioned to enhance antenna radiation towards the top end, reducing space occupation and facilitating better wireless communication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If traditional separate antenna modules are used, then antenna functions can be achieved, but the space occupied by antenna components increases and device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the bracket structure with antenna module functions by making the bracket conductive and integrating it with the antenna element. The bracket serves dual purposes: mechanical support and antenna radiation, thereby reducing the space occupied by separate antenna components while maintaining communication performance
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket is designed to perform multiple functions simultaneously: it provides mechanical support for the antenna assembly, acts as a radiating element through its conductive material, and serves as part of the antenna module structure. This multi-functionality reduces overall device complexity and space requirements
2Reliability
If antenna assembly is added to improve wireless communication performance, then communication capability is enhanced, but the device complexity and space occupation increase
Solution Approach 1:
The antenna element is integrated with the bracket structure rather than being a separate component. The conductive bracket becomes part of the antenna module, merging the support structure with the radiation element, which simplifies the overall device structure while maintaining communication functionality
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket serves multiple functions including mechanical support, electrical connection, and antenna radiation. By making the bracket conductive and integrating it with the antenna element, the design eliminates the need for separate support structures and reduces overall device complexity
3Ease of operation
If bracket extension dimension in second direction is increased, then installation position is provided, but the space utilization in hollow space is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket is designed with asymmetric dimensions where the extension in the first direction (length) is greater than the extension in the second direction (width). This asymmetric design allows the bracket to provide sufficient installation surface area while minimizing the space it occupies in the hollow space, optimizing both installation capability and space utilization
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 improves wireless communication performance by enhancing signal transmission and reception capabilities, particularly towards satellites, while optimizing space utilization and supporting other components within the mobile terminal.
Implementation Method 1
antenna radiation may be directed toward a top end to improve the wireless signal transmitting and receiving capability
Data Source
AI summary
Embodiments of the present application provide an antenna apparatus and a wireless mobile terminal. The antenna apparatus includes: a frame enclosing a hollow space and including a first segment extending in a first direction; a bracket connected to a side of the first segment in a second direction and located in the hollow space, an extension dimension of the bracket in the first direction being greater than an extension dimension thereof in the second direction; and an antenna assembly including a first antenna module, materials of the bracket and the first segment each including a conductive material and doubling as at least part of the first antenna module.