18055997. FOLDABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING FLEXIBLE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)
FOLDABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING FLEXIBLE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD
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FOLDABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING FLEXIBLE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18055997 titled 'FOLDABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING FLEXIBLE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD
Simplified Explanation
An electronic device is described in this patent application. It consists of two housings connected by a hinge structure, with a display and a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) inside. The FPCB has a rigid portion that is placed on one of the housings when the device is folded. It also has two flexible portions that can be bent along the other two housings. The rigid portion is stiffer than the flexible portions.
- The electronic device has two housings connected by a hinge structure.
- Inside the device, there is a display and a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB).
- The FPCB has a rigid portion that is placed on one of the housings when the device is folded.
- The FPCB also has two flexible portions that can be bent along the other two housings.
- The rigid portion is stiffer than the flexible portions.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in various electronic devices that require a folding mechanism, such as:
- Foldable smartphones
- Foldable tablets
- Foldable laptops
- Foldable e-readers
Problems Solved
This technology addresses the following problems:
- Ensuring the durability and stability of the folding mechanism in electronic devices.
- Providing a flexible circuit board that can withstand repeated bending without damage.
- Allowing for a compact and sleek design in foldable devices.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Enhanced durability and stability of the folding mechanism.
- Improved flexibility and resistance to damage in the circuit board.
- Compact and sleek design for foldable electronic devices.
Original Abstract Submitted
An electronic device may include, for example: a first housing, a second housing, a hinge cover, a hinge structure, a display, and a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) including a rigid portion configured to be disposed on a first cover portion in the folded state, a first flexible portion connected to the rigid portion and configured to be at least partially bent along a second cover portion, and a second flexible portion connected to the rigid portion oppositely to the first flexible portion and configured to be at least partially bent along a third cover portion. The rigid portion is more rigid than the first flexible portion and the second flexible portion.
