Method for Estimating the Covered Area of a Directive Antenna of a Local Positioning System While Setting Up Said System

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This invention provides a method for efficiently estimating the coverage area of a directive antenna in a local positioning system during setup. The method involves distributing multiple transponders across the area of interest, measuring the strength of signals received from these transponders by the antenna, and using these measurements to determine and map the antenna's actual coverage. This approach gives installers real-time feedback on antenna positioning and coverage, allowing for optimized setup.

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• Optimizing the placement and orientation of antennas in sports arenas for tracking athletes
• Setting up local positioning systems in warehouses or factories to monitor equipment or inventory location
• Installation of indoor navigation systems in shopping malls or airports
• Deployment of emergency response tracking systems where precise antenna coverage is critical
• Testing and calibrating wireless local positioning systems for scientific experiments or research settings

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• Provides objective, real-time feedback on antenna coverage during system setup
• Allows more accurate and efficient positioning of directive antennas, reducing guesswork and manual estimation
• Improves the quality and reliability of location tracking within the area of interest
• Enables creation of clear coverage maps that highlight strong and weak signal zones
• Facilitates optimal use of hardware, potentially reducing the number of antennas needed and minimizing dead spots
• Can adapt to different environments, including those with obstructions or unique layouts

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The invention relates to a method (MTH) for estimating the coverage area of a directive antenna of a local positioning system while setting up said system, said antenna being located in the vicinity of an area of interest, the method (MTH) comprising the following steps: - Distributing (DIS_TR) a plurality of transponders over the area of interest - Performing (MSD_SS) measurements of signal strength between the antenna and said transponders - Estimating (EST_CV) the coverage area by using said measurements.