Modular Mobile Antenna Frame for Flexible Radiator Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mobile communication antennas are complex to manufacture, requiring numerous versions to accommodate different customer needs, which increases production time and costs and can lead to faulty wirings.
Innovation Solution
A mobile communication antenna design featuring a reflector arrangement and dual-polarized radiators supported by modular dielectric support frame structures, allowing for easy customization and reproducible electrical parameters.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple versions of mobile communication antennas are produced to accommodate different customer needs, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity and manufacturing difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The antenna system is divided into modular components: radiators, support frame structures, and cable management systems. Each module can be independently manufactured and then assembled according to customer requirements, reducing the complexity of producing multiple complete antenna versions.
Solution Approach 2:
The support frame structure is designed as a universal platform that can accommodate different configurations of radiators and cable routes. This single versatile structure replaces the need for multiple specialized antenna versions, allowing customization through component arrangement rather than structural redesign.
2Adaptability or versatility
If numerous cables are used for wiring the mobile communication antenna, then adaptability is improved, but production time increases and production costs enhance
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple cables are bundled together in a common cable management system that integrates routing, support, and organization functions. This merging approach reduces the time required for individual cable installation and management while maintaining the flexibility to accommodate different wiring configurations.
Solution Approach 2:
Cables are pre-organized and pre-routed through integrated cable management structures during the manufacturing process. This preliminary arrangement of cables before final assembly reduces on-site installation time and minimizes the risk of wiring errors that would require correction.
3Adaptability or versatility
If numerous cables are used for wiring the mobile communication antenna, then adaptability is improved, but production costs enhance
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple cables are bundled together in a common cable management system that integrates routing, support, and organization functions. This merging approach reduces the time required for individual cable installation and management while maintaining the flexibility to accommodate different wiring configurations.
Solution Approach 2:
Cables are pre-organized and pre-routed through integrated cable management structures during the manufacturing process. This preliminary arrangement of cables before final assembly reduces on-site installation time and minimizes the risk of wiring errors that would require correction.
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AI summary
A mobile communication antenna comprises reflector arrangement, a plurality of dual-polarized radiators and a first support frame structure. The first support frame structure comprises a first support section and a second support section. The first and second support sections extend in the longitudinal direction of the mobile communication antenna. The first support frame structure comprises a connecting element which connects the first and second support sections in a bridge-like manner and spans a first receiving room. The first support frame structure is directly or indirectly connected to the reflector arrangement. The connecting element comprises a plurality of mounting sections, wherein a dual-polarized radiator is mounted on at least some or all of the mounting sections.