18190632. FOLDABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING HINGE LOCKING STRUCTURE simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)
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FOLDABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING HINGE LOCKING STRUCTURE
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FOLDABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING HINGE LOCKING STRUCTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18190632 titled 'FOLDABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING HINGE LOCKING STRUCTURE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an example electronic device with a flexible display and a unique hinge structure. Here are the key points:
- The device consists of three housings connected by two hinge structures.
- The first housing has a flexible display on its surface, as well as the second and third housings.
- A magnet is placed in the second housing.
- There is a hinge locking structure that faces the magnet and includes a pin that can be inserted into a groove in the second hinge structure.
- This locking structure is activated when the device is in an abnormal state where a portion of the first surface is adjacent to the second surface.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Foldable smartphones or tablets with flexible displays.
- E-readers or electronic notebooks with a flexible display that can be folded for easy portability.
- Wearable devices with flexible displays that can be wrapped around the wrist or other body parts.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Provides a secure locking mechanism to prevent accidental unfolding or folding of the device.
- Allows for a seamless and continuous display across multiple surfaces.
- Enables the device to be compact and easily portable.
Benefits of this technology:
- Enhanced user experience with a larger display area when unfolded.
- Improved durability and flexibility with the use of a flexible display.
- Convenient and compact design for easy carrying and storage.
Original Abstract Submitted
An example electronic device may include a first housing including a first surface, a second housing including a second surface, a third housing including a third surface, a first hinge structure rotatably connecting the second housing and the first housing, a second hinge structure rotatably connecting the first housing and the third housing, a flexible display disposed on the first surface, the second surface and the third surface, a first magnet disposed in the second housing, and a hinge locking structure which, in an abnormal state of the electronic device in which a portion of the first surface is adjacent to the second surface, faces the first magnet and which includes a pin insertable into a groove formed in at least one shaft in the second hinge structure.
