18098282. DISPLAY DEVICE simplified abstract (Samsung Display Co., Ltd.)

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DISPLAY DEVICE

Organization Name

Samsung Display Co., Ltd.

Inventor(s)

JAIKU Shin of Hwaseong-si (KR)

SUNG CHUL Choi of Hwaseong-si (KR)

DISPLAY DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18098282 titled 'DISPLAY DEVICE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a display device with a folding region and a lower member that includes a support layer and a digitizer. The support layer has two parts, one below each non-folding region of the display panel, and both parts have insulating properties. The digitizer is located below the support layer.

  • The display device has a folding region that allows for flexible use and storage.
  • The lower member with a support layer and digitizer provides structural support and touch functionality.
  • The support layer has insulating properties to prevent interference between the display panel and the digitizer.

Potential Applications

  • Mobile devices with flexible displays, such as smartphones or tablets.
  • Foldable laptops or e-readers.
  • Wearable devices with flexible screens, like smartwatches or fitness trackers.

Problems Solved

  • Provides a solution for creating display devices with folding capabilities.
  • Ensures proper support and touch functionality in the folding region.
  • Prevents interference between the display panel and the digitizer.

Benefits

  • Increased versatility and portability of devices with folding displays.
  • Improved user experience with touch functionality throughout the display, including the folding region.
  • Enhanced durability and reliability of the display device.


Original Abstract Submitted

A display device includes a display panel and a lower member disposed below the display panel. The display panel includes a first non-folding region, a second non-folding region, and a folding region disposed between the first non-folding region and the second non-folding region. The lower member includes a support layer and a digitizer. The support layer comprises a first support part disposed below the first non-folding region, and having insulating property, and a second support part disposed below the second non-folding region and having insulating property. The digitizer is disposed below the first support part and the second support part.

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