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

Development Stage
4

Patent Status
Under Review

Type of Opportunity
Licensing opportunity