Quantum System Array for RF Signal Generation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current communication networks are vulnerable to failures, especially in disaster scenarios, and there is a need for a reliable and rapid deployment of communication systems in areas with limited or no existing infrastructure, including inaccessible regions for radar surveillance.
Innovation Solution
A system utilizing an array of quantum systems to collect and store radiance energy from the Earth, which is then converted into RF signals using a laser, allowing for the generation of continuous and long-term communication networks without the need for ground infrastructure, deployable on airships at high altitudes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If ground-based communication networks are deployed, then communication coverage is provided, but deployment time is long and infrastructure dependency increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces ground-based mechanical infrastructure deployment with an aerial platform system that collects radiance energy and generates RF signals in mid-air. The quantum system array on the airship converts collected radiance energy into RF signals, eliminating the need for ground-based towers, cables, and power infrastructure, thereby enabling rapid deployment without mechanical ground installation.
Solution Approach 2:
The airship serves as an intermediary platform between space and ground, carrying the quantum system array that collects radiance energy from the environment and converts it to RF signals. This intermediary approach allows communication network deployment without direct ground infrastructure, bridging the gap between satellite communication and ground-based networks.
2Use of energy by moving object
If solar energy is used for power supply, then energy availability is provided, but 24-hour continuous operation cannot be achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The system changes the energy collection parameter from solar-specific to broad-spectrum radiance energy collection. The quantum system array collects radiance energy from all directions (360-degree omnidirectional collection) including terrestrial radiation, not just solar radiation from one direction. This parameter change enables continuous energy collection regardless of sunlight availability, achieving 24-hour operational capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The quantum system array is designed to collect radiance energy from multiple sources including the sun, earth, and atmosphere, making it a universal energy collection system rather than solar-specific. This multi-source radiance energy collection capability ensures continuous energy availability day and night, providing universal power supply for the communication system.
3Area of stationary object
If high altitude deployment is used, then coverage area is increased and ground infrastructure dependency is reduced, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The communication system is segmented into modular quantum system units that can be independently deployed on the airship. Each quantum system unit functions as an independent RF signal generation module, and multiple units can be combined to provide distributed coverage. This segmentation reduces individual unit complexity while achieving large coverage areas through coordinated operation of multiple simple modules.
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
Enables reliable and rapid establishment of communication networks and radar surveillance, independent of solar radiation availability, with the system providing a constant energy source available 24/7 and capable of operating in diverse weather conditions.
Implementation Method 1
an array of quantum systems configured to collect infrared energy radiated from the Earth
Implementation Method 2
striking a photoconductive layer adjacent to the second layer of conductive film of the array of quantum systems using a laser to produce RF signals
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AI summary
A system and method for collecting radiance energy from the Earth and using the collected radiance energy as the main energy source for generating RF signals is provided. The radiance energy collector may comprise an array of quantum systems configured to collect infrared energy radiated from the Earth. Once a sufficient amount of energy is collected (in the form of charged energy) by a cell of the array of quantum systems, a laser is configured to strike the cell with a certain amount of energy and phase and other attributes to allow the energy to be discharged and thus generate an RF signal. Most of the energy used for generating the RF signal is from the charged energy in the array of quantum systems and only a small portion of the total RF energy is contributed by the laser. The array of quantum systems and the laser generating module may be placed on an airship at a very high altitude.