Elyria, Ohio Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
MP Antenna Ltd. has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for a smart network monitoring breakthrough. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 11917434, titled ‘System for automated mapping of wireless network quality’, enables real-time, location-based tracking of wireless signal strength across any environment.
Using this system, network providers can map performance with greater accuracy and efficiency. The innovation automates data collection and analysis, eliminating the need for manual signal testing in the field.
The system integrates wireless communication devices with GPS and signal analysis tools. As devices move through a space, the system captures live network data, creating a dynamic map of signal strength and quality. This map reveals coverage gaps, interference zones, and high-performance areas.
The technology can benefit industries that rely on strong wireless infrastructure, including smart cities, logistics, public safety, and manufacturing. By identifying weak spots before they become problems, companies can improve uptime and reduce costly disruptions.
MP Antenna Ltd. has long been recognized for its advanced antenna designs. With this patent, the company steps into intelligent network diagnostics, offering a new tool for optimizing wireless systems at scale. It marks a shift from reactive troubleshooting to proactive performance management in the age of always-connected devices.