18394563. DISPLAY DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME simplified abstract (Samsung Display Co., LTD.)
Contents
- 1 DISPLAY DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 DISPLAY DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
DISPLAY DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
BUGYOON Yoo of Hwaseong-si (KR)
DISPLAY DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18394563 titled 'DISPLAY DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a display device with a folding region that allows for flexibility in the display panel. Here are the key points of the innovation:
- Display panel with a first non-folding region, a second non-folding region, and a folding region in between.
- Lower member with a support layer that overlaps the non-folding regions and the folding region.
- Digitizer below the support layer, corresponding to the support parts.
- Cover layer between the support layer and the digitizer, attached below the folding part.
- Lower adhesion layer between the support layer and the digitizer.
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in:
- Foldable smartphones and tablets
- Flexible display screens for wearable devices
Problems Solved
The innovation addresses:
- Limitations in traditional rigid display panels
- Fragility of folding displays
Benefits
The technology offers:
- Enhanced durability and flexibility
- Improved user experience with foldable devices
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology could be utilized in:
- Consumer electronics industry
- Medical devices with flexible displays
Possible Prior Art
One example of prior art is the Samsung Galaxy Fold, which introduced a folding display in smartphones.
Unanswered Questions
How does the folding region impact the overall durability of the display device?
The folding region allows for flexibility, but it may also raise concerns about long-term wear and tear on the display panel.
Are there any limitations to the size of display panels that can incorporate this folding technology?
The patent application does not specify any size restrictions, but larger display panels may present additional challenges in maintaining structural integrity.
Original Abstract Submitted
A display device includes a display panel including a first non-folding region, a second non-folding region, and a folding region between the first and second non-folding regions, and a lower member below the display panel. The lower member includes a support layer below the display panel and including a first support part which overlaps the first non-folding region, a second support part which overlaps the second non-folding region, and a folding part which overlaps the folding region, where openings are defined in the folding part, a digitizer below the support layer and corresponding to the first and support parts, a cover layer between the support layer and the digitizer and attached below the folding part, and a lower adhesion layer between the support layer and the digitizer. The lower adhesion layer is between the first and second support parts.
