×

Antenna with integrated RF module

DC
  • US 8,410,990 B2
  • Filed: 11/19/2009
  • Issued: 04/02/2013
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/17/2007
  • Status: Active Grant
First Claim
Patent Images

1. An antenna assembly comprising:

  • an antenna housing;

    an antenna located within the housing;

    a radio frequency module located within the housing and including a radio frequency device selected from the group of transmitters, receivers and transceivers electrically connected to the antenna;

    at least one electrical conductor operably associated with the module for conducting processed signals between the module and external circuitry without significant signal loss;

    a mounting base connected to the housing for connecting the antenna assembly to an enclosure, the at least one electrical conductor extending through the mounting base;

    a conductive sleeve located in the housing and surrounding the radio frequency module, the conductive sleeve being electrically connected to the module to thereby provide a ground plane for the antenna and a shield against outside emissions; and

    a spacer located between the housing and the mounting base for providing a radio frequency energy choke effect.

View all claims
  • 6 Assignments
Timeline View
Assignment View
    ×
    ×