Methods to Improve the Efficiency of an Antenna Designed from Optically Transparent Nanowire Nanotube Film
The electromagnetic waves used in 5G communication systems can be easily blocked by walls or even hands or fingers. This leads to the need for more 5G antennas inside of buildings for cell coverage indoors. Transparent antennas are a discreet and elegant solution to these types of problems.
Problem
Transparent conductors often have a tradeoff between efficiency and transparency, as more efficient conductors tend to be less transparent
Solution
This technology optimizes the tradeoff between efficiency and transparency to create a new antenna that is both highly efficient and highly transparent
Benefits
Commercializing this technology can help lead to better wireless communication systems ranging from phones and laptops to buildings and cars in cities, to orbital satellites
Applications
The applications of this technology include the integration with any screen or display, glass doors and windows, windshields, glasses, contact lens, optical sensors, and solar panels.
Contact
Questions about this technology including licensing availability can be directed to:
Alan Edwards, MA, JD
Manager, Technology Transfer Services
(435) 797-2328
alan.edwards@usu.edu
USU ID C22025
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering