Apparatus for steering an antenna system

Details Apparatus for steering an antenna system Apparatus for steering an antenna system

2007-05-29

2007-05-29

Tarcza, Thomas H. (Department: 3662)

Wave transmission lines and networks

Coupling networks

Delay lines including long line elements

C333S02400C, C342S372000

Reexamination Certificate

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10491179

ABSTRACT:
An antenna system comprises an antenna assembly having an angle of electrical tilt and a plurality of antenna elements each arranged to receive signals through a respective transmission line. Each transmission line is shortened or lengthened by moving a coupling link along two transmission line parts which the link couples: this adjusts signal phase supplied to each antenna element individually, and controls the angle of electrical tilt of the antenna assembly.

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