Patent ID: 6160518
Filing Date: 2000-12-12
Classification: H01Q

Abstract:
A multiband conformal antenna for receiving broadcast signals in Band-III and L-band, comprising:a support surface;first and second antenna feedpoints disposed on said support surface;an open-end loop disposed on said support surface directly connected with said first and second antenna feedpoints, wherein said open-end loop has a loop length substantially equal to an integer multiple of a wavelength within said L-band, and wherein said open-end loop has a gap located on its periphery;a closed-end loop disposed on said support surface, said closed-end loop having a loop length substantially equal to about one wavelength within said Band-III; anda pair of substantially parallel lines disposed on said support surface and connected across said gap and to said closed-end loop, said pair of parallel lines having a capacitance substantially providing a short circuit at frequencies within said L-band.