Patch antenna using non-conductive frame

摘要

A non-conductive frame (124,126) supports the resonators (116,118) in a patch antenna assembly (100). The frame supports the resonators without making holes in the resonators and thereby avoids the problem of creating unwanted electric field polarizations. Additionally, the frame grasps the resonators in areas of low current density and thereby avoids creating additional disturbances in the radiation pattern. The frames may also include posts (128) that are used to attach the frames to the feedboard (130) without using additional components such as screws.