Intelsat has been granted a patent for an antenna design utilizing unit cells with tunable capacitance devices to adjust resonance frequency. The design includes metal layers on substrates with iris openings in varying orientations. Mass transfer or self-assembly processes are used for device positioning. GlobalData’s report on Intelsat gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Intelsat, Satellite communication systems was a key innovation area identified from patents. Intelsat's grant share as of May 2024 was 35%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Tunable capacitance devices for metasurface or beamforming antenna
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11978955B2) discloses an innovative antenna design comprising one or more substrates with metal layers defining iris openings in rings with varying rotations. The antenna includes tunable capacitance devices positioned within the iris openings, uniformly oriented relative to the rotations. These capacitance devices, such as discrete diodes coupled with capacitors, enable precise control and tuning of the antenna's performance. The patent further details the coupling of diodes to metal layers using thru vias or bond pads, allowing for efficient signal transmission and reception.
Moreover, the patent describes an antenna configuration with multiple discrete tunable elements capacitively coupled across iris openings, each element having specific terminals connected to different metal layers. By utilizing discrete diodes and capacitors, the antenna can achieve enhanced tuning capabilities and performance optimization. The design also incorporates patch electrodes and soldered bond pads for secure connections. This novel antenna design offers a versatile and efficient solution for various communication applications, providing improved signal quality and adaptability in changing environments.
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