CommScope Holding has been granted a patent for methods and apparatuses that provide direct current (DC) power to radios at cellular base stations. The technology includes adjusting voltage levels and measuring conductor resistance to ensure consistent power delivery over long distances. GlobalData’s report on CommScope Holding gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Powering radios at cellular base stations using adjustable dc voltage
The patent US12072721B2 describes an innovative apparatus designed to supply direct current (DC) electrical power to a radio's DC power input while simultaneously assessing the resistance of the electrical conductors involved. The apparatus features an input for receiving a first DC power signal, an output connected to the first ends of the conductors, and a current sensor to measure the direct current drawn. The first circuitry within the apparatus is responsible for converting the initial DC voltage to a secondary level, providing a third voltage level to forward bias a diode, and determining the resistance of the conductors. Upon this determination, the circuitry can convert the first DC voltage to a fourth level with an opposite polarity, which is influenced by the resistance and the measured current.
Additionally, the apparatus can provide a fifth DC voltage level at the radio ends, which is regulated and maintains a specific polarity opposite to the second and third levels. The design ensures that the fifth voltage level remains below the maximum DC voltage rating of the radio, which is specified as forty-eight volts, and can be within four volts of this maximum. The claims also highlight that the electrical conductors may consist of a single power cable or multiple connected conductive elements, emphasizing the versatility of the apparatus in various configurations. Overall, the invention aims to enhance the efficiency and reliability of power delivery to radios while monitoring the integrity of the electrical connections.
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