Multi-band planar inverted-F (PIFA) antennas and systems with improved isolation

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PATENT NO 9472846
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13988163

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Exemplary embodiments are provided of multi-band Planar Inverted-F antennas and antenna systems including the same. In an exemplary embodiment, a Planar Inverted-F antenna (PIFA) generally includes a planar radiator or upper radiating patch element having a slot. A lower surface of the PIFA is spaced apart from the upper radiating patch element. First and second shorting elements electrically connect the planar radiator to the lower surface. The PIFA also includes a feeding element electrically connected between the upper radiating patch element and the lower surface. The PIFA may be mounted on a ground plane that is larger than the lower surface of the PIFA.

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TE CONNECTIVITY SOLUTIONS GMBH8200 SCHAFFHAUSEN

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Ng, Kok Jiunn Penang, MY 20 184
Ooi, Tze Meng Joshua Selangor Darul Ehsan, MY 2 33
Sim, Ee Wei Penang, MY 4 39

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