Reflector array for non-line-of-sight coverage
Aspects provided herein provide methods and systems for utilizing an adaptable Van Atta reflective array (A-VARA) system. The system comprises an A-VARA panel comprising variable phase shifters incorporated into transmission lines linking a set of radiating elements. The system also comprises a control that modifies a reflection direction of the A-VARA panel and provides aggregate adjustment to each of the variable phase shifters to steer reflected coverage around an obstacle.
1 . A method of utilizing an adaptable Van Atta reflective array (A-VARA) panel, the method comprising:
mounting the A-VARA panel comprising variable phase shifters incorporated into transmission lines linking a set of radiating elements; and
modifying a reflection direction of the A-VARA panel utilizing a control that provides an aggregate adjustment to each of the variable phase shifters to steer reflected coverage around an obstacle.
2 . The method of claim 1 , further comprising aligning a reference direction of the A-VARA panel using a scope.
3 . The method of claim 1 , further comprising aligning a reference direction of the A-VARA panel using a planning tool.
4 . The method of claim 1 , wherein the A-VARA system is utilized for single band operation or multi-band operation.
5 . The method of claim 4 , wherein the control comprises a first adjustment knob for single band operation and a second adjustment knob for multi-band operation.
6 . The method of claim 1 , wherein the A-VARA system provides fixed wireless access services, low band services, mid band services, and/or high band services.
7 . The method of claim 1 , further comprising amplifiers to boost a reflected signal in power density.
8 . The method of claim 1 , further comprising requiring no electrical power to operate the A-VARA panel.
9 . A method of utilizing an adaptable Van Atta reflective array (A-VARA) panel, the method comprising:
mounting the A-VARA panel comprising variable phase shifters incorporated into transmission lines linking a set of radiating elements; and
aligning a reference direction of the A-VARA panel using a scope or a planning tool to steer reflected coverage around an obstacle.
10 . The method of claim 9 , further comprising modifying a reflection direction of the A-VARA panel utilizing a control that provides an aggregate adjustment to each of the variable phase shifters to steer reflected coverage around an obstacle.
11 . The method of claim 9 , wherein the A-VARA system is utilized for single band operation or multi-band operation.
12 . The method of claim 9 , wherein the control comprises a first adjustment knob for single band operation and a second adjustment knob for multi-band operation.
13 . The method of claim 9 , wherein the A-VARA system provides fixed wireless access services, low band services, mid band services, and/or high band services.
14 . The method of claim 9 , further comprising amplifiers to boost a reflected signal in power density.
15 . The method of claim 9 , further comprising requiring no electrical power to operate the A-VARA panel.
16 . An adaptable Van Atta reflective array (A-VARA) system, comprising:
an A-VARA panel comprising variable phase shifters incorporated into transmission lines linking a set of radiating elements; and
a control that modifies a reflection direction of the A-VARA panel and provides an aggregate adjustment to each of the variable phase shifters to steer reflected coverage around an obstacle.
17 . The A-VARA system of claim 16 , further comprising a scope to align a reference direction of the A-VARA panel.
18 . The A-VARA system of claim 16 , further comprising a planning tool to align a reference direction of the A-VARA panel.
19 . The A-VARA system of claim 16 , wherein the control comprises a first adjustment knob for single band operation and a second adjustment knob for multi-band operation.
20 . The A-VARA system of claim 16 , wherein the A-VARA system provides fixed wireless access services, low band services, mid band services, and/or high band services.