18328285. INPUT SENSING PART AND DRIVING METHOD THEREOF simplified abstract (Samsung Display Co., LTD.)
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INPUT SENSING PART AND DRIVING METHOD THEREOF
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INPUT SENSING PART AND DRIVING METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18328285 titled 'INPUT SENSING PART AND DRIVING METHOD THEREOF
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a method of driving an input sensor to detect the proximity of a user, including driving the sensor in a direct sensing mode and in two proximity sensing modes based on the user's actions.
- The input sensor has first and second sensing electrodes that are insulated from each other.
- In the direct sensing mode, the sensor is driven to detect touch.
- When the user is engaged in a call, the sensor is driven in the first proximity sensing mode by applying a driving signal to each of the first sensing electrodes.
- In the second proximity sensing mode, a subset of the first sensing electrodes receive no driving signal while the rest receive the driving signal, based on the user's touch.
- Potential Applications:**
- Touch-sensitive devices - Proximity detection in smartphones and tablets - User interface technology in smart devices
- Problems Solved:**
- Accurate proximity detection based on user actions - Efficient power consumption by switching between sensing modes
- Benefits:**
- Improved user experience with touch-sensitive devices - Energy-efficient operation for prolonged battery life - Enhanced functionality in smart devices
Original Abstract Submitted
A method of driving an input sensor to detect a proximity of a user includes driving the input sensor in a direct sensing mode, the input sensor including first sensing electrodes and second sensing electrodes insulated from the first sensing electrodes, and upon determining the user is engaged in a call, driving the input sensor in in a first proximity sensing mode by applying a driving signal to each of the first sensing electrodes. when the user has not performed the direct touch, and driving the input sensor in a second proximity sensing mode by applying no driving signal to a first subset of the first sensing electrodes and applying the driving signal to a second other subset of the first sensing electrodes, when the user has performed the direct touch.
