If you are a wearable tech manufacturer dealing with limited internal space for GPS and Bluetooth — this project developed a non-resonant antenna that is about 10 times smaller than standard versions, allowing for sleeker device designs.
Miniaturized Multi-Radio Antenna Technology for Compact IoT Device Connectivity
Imagine if you could replace three bulky antennas in a gadget with one tiny piece that does the same job. Instead of needing a specialist to tune each antenna by hand, a cloud-based digital twin does the math automatically. It's like switching from a custom-tailored suit that takes weeks to make to a smart-fit garment that adjusts instantly to any size.
What needed solving
IoT engineers struggle with limited space for antennas, frequency interference, and the high cost of iterative physical prototyping to achieve reliable connectivity.
What was built
A multi-radio single part antenna and the Antenna Intelligence Cloud platform featuring a digital twin for automatic performance reporting.
Who needs this
Who can put this to work
If you are a smart meter producer dealing with the cost of multiple physical prototypes for different frequencies — this project developed a software-simulated antenna that works from 400 MHz to 10.6 GHz, shortening the design process.
If you are a GPS tracker developer dealing with signal interference in small housings — this project developed a multi-radio single part that performs like three separate boosters, reducing complexity and cost.
Quick answers
How does this affect the cost of developing new IoT devices?
It reduces costs by replacing numerous physical prototypes with accurate software simulations and reducing the number of antenna parts needed.
Can this technology scale across different wireless standards?
Yes, it is designed to work at any frequency from 400 MHz to 10.6 GHz and supports protocols including Wi-Fi, GPS, 4G, 5G, and Bluetooth.
What is the IP status of the Virtual Antenna technology?
The technology is patented, with over 40 patents granted.
How is the antenna integrated into a product?
Engineers use the Antenna Intelligence Cloud platform to design the solution, which can be integrated as a multi-radio single part.
What is the timeline for implementation?
Based on available project data, the project period ran from 2022-12-01 to 2024-11-30.
Who built it
The project is led by a single Spanish SME, IGNION SL, which represents 100% of the consortium. This structure indicates a highly focused industrial development where the company owns the IP and manages the entire transition from research to a commercial cloud platform.
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