18100708. DISPLAY DEVICE HAVING A GLASS SUBSTRATE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE simplified abstract (Samsung Display Co., Ltd.)
DISPLAY DEVICE HAVING A GLASS SUBSTRATE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE
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MYOUNGAN Min of Cheonan-si (KR)
DISPLAY DEVICE HAVING A GLASS SUBSTRATE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18100708 titled 'DISPLAY DEVICE HAVING A GLASS SUBSTRATE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a display device with a folding area and a non-folding area. It includes a glass substrate with two layers, where the second layer has a higher compressive strength than the first layer. Both layers have folding and non-folding portions, with the non-folding portion being thicker than the folding portion.
- The display device has a folding area and a non-folding area.
- It includes a glass substrate with two layers.
- The second layer has a higher compressive strength than the first layer.
- Both layers have folding and non-folding portions.
- The non-folding portion is thicker than the folding portion.
Potential Applications
- Foldable smartphones and tablets
- Flexible displays for wearable devices
- Foldable screens for laptops or e-readers
Problems Solved
- Addresses the challenge of creating a durable and flexible display device
- Provides a solution for preventing damage or breakage in the folding area
- Ensures the display remains intact even with repeated folding and unfolding
Benefits
- Enhanced durability and strength in the folding area
- Improved resistance to damage or breakage
- Enables the development of more robust and reliable foldable devices
Original Abstract Submitted
A display device includes a display module having a folding area and a non-folding area adjacent to the folding area. A glass substrate is disposed on the display module and comprises a first layer and a second layer disposed on the first layer. The second layer has a compressive strength that is higher than a compressive strength of the first layer. The first layer and the second layer of the glass substrate each include a folding portion overlapping the folding area and having a first thickness and a non-folding portion overlapping the non-folding area and having a second thickness greater than the first thickness. The second layer of the non-folding portion has a thickness that is greater than a thickness of the second layer of the folding portion.
