Loop Antenna Asymmetric Intersection for Noise Reduction

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Solution Overview

Problem

Wireless power feeding systems using spiral antennas generate significant electromagnetic noise, which is not effectively addressed by existing loop antenna structures.

Innovation Solution

A loop antenna with a symmetrical, loop-shaped member wound multiple times, featuring intersection points aligned with the center line, and a communication control device with noise filter circuits to reduce electromagnetic wave noise.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Power

If a spiral antenna structure is used for wireless power feeding, then wireless power transmission can be achieved, but strong electromagnetic wave noise is generated

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvewireless power transmission capabilityVSAvoidelectromagnetic wave noise
Core Design Contradiction:
PowerVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies asymmetry by intentionally introducing an asymmetric defect at the intersection part of the loop antenna. Specifically, the continuous conductive wiring is made asymmetric with respect to the center line at the intersection, creating an asymmetric current distribution that cancels out the symmetric electromagnetic noise components, thereby reducing overall noise emission while maintaining wireless power transmission capability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #4Asymmetry

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the structural parameter of the loop antenna by introducing a defect at the intersection part. This parameter change (creating an asymmetric gap or discontinuity) fundamentally alters the current distribution pattern from symmetric to asymmetric, which in turn changes the electromagnetic radiation characteristics and reduces noise generation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Object-generated harmful factors

If a loop antenna structure is used instead of spiral, then electromagnetic wave noise is reduced, but noise reduction effectiveness is not sufficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveelectromagnetic wave noiseVSAvoidnoise reduction effectiveness
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-generated harmful factorsVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent enhances the noise reduction effectiveness by deliberately introducing asymmetric defects at the intersection parts of the loop antenna. This asymmetric design creates specific current distribution patterns that more effectively cancel electromagnetic noise compared to conventional symmetric loop antennas, thereby improving noise reduction reliability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #4Asymmetry

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies local quality by making only the intersection parts asymmetric while keeping other parts of the loop antenna symmetric. This localized asymmetric defect is strategically placed to maximize noise cancellation effectiveness without compromising the overall antenna structure or wireless power transmission function.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

3Productivity

If the loop-shaped member is wound multiple times, then antenna efficiency is improved, but electromagnetic wave noise is generated at intersection parts

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveantenna efficiencyVSAvoidelectromagnetic wave noise at intersection
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent resolves this contradiction by making the intersection parts asymmetric. When the loop-shaped member is wound multiple times, intersection parts are inevitably created. By introducing asymmetric defects at these intersections, the patent maintains the high antenna efficiency provided by multiple windings while simultaneously reducing the electromagnetic noise generated at the intersection points.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #4Asymmetry

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies local quality by treating the intersection parts differently from the rest of the antenna structure. While the majority of the loop maintains its continuous conductive structure for efficiency, the intersection parts are specifically modified with asymmetric defects to address noise generation, thus optimizing both efficiency and noise reduction locally.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

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 solution significantly reduces electromagnetic wave noise generated by the loop antenna, improving antenna efficiency and user protection by ensuring uniform electric and magnetic field distribution.

Implementation Method 1

a loop-shaped member which has one end connected to the first electrode terminal and the other end connected to the second electrode terminal and is made of a conductive material

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Implementation Method 2

a noise filter circuit connected to the first and second wirings and arranged between the first and second connection terminals and the first and second rectifier circuits

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic filtering: Filter (electronic)

Data Source

PatentUS10205237B2Loop antenna and communication control device
Publication Date: 2019.02.12 RENESAS ELECTRONICS CORP
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  • US10205237B2 patent drawing
  • US10205237B2 patent drawing

AI summary

A loop antenna 1 includes: a first electrode terminal 2c; a second electrode terminal 2d arranged to make a pair with the first electrode terminal 2c; and a loop-shaped member 2 which has one end connected to the first electrode terminal 2c and the other end connected to the second electrode terminal 2d, is wound a plurality of times, and is made of a conductive material. The first electrode terminal 2c and the second electrode terminal 2d are arranged so as to make a pair with respect to a center line 3 of the loop-shaped member 2. Further, the loop-shaped member 2 includes a first loop-shaped member 2a, a second loop-shaped member 2b, and an intersection part 2e. The intersection part 2e is arranged on the center line 3 in a plan view, and the loop-shaped member 2 is continuously connected and formed to be symmetrical with respect to the center line 3.