18395785. DISPLAY DEVICE simplified abstract (Samsung Display Co., LTD.)
Contents
DISPLAY DEVICE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Yong Jin Kim of Cheonan-si (KR)
Soon Jung Wang of Suwon-si (KR)
Keun Soo Lee of Cheonan-si (KR)
Kyung Chan Chae of Hwaseong-si (KR)
DISPLAY DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18395785 titled 'DISPLAY DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a display device with an OLED located in the display area and a crack detection line in the non-display area. The crack detection line consists of three lines, with an inversely tapered cross-sectional shape in the second direction.
- Display device with OLED in display area
- Crack detection line in non-display area
- Three lines in crack detection line
- Inversely tapered cross-sectional shape
Potential Applications
The technology can be used in various display devices such as smartphones, tablets, TVs, and monitors to detect cracks and prevent further damage.
Problems Solved
The technology helps in early detection of cracks in the display area, preventing them from spreading and causing complete screen failure.
Benefits
- Improved durability of display devices - Early detection of cracks for timely repairs - Enhanced user experience with uninterrupted display functionality
Potential Commercial Applications
"Crack Detection Technology for OLED Display Devices" can be utilized in the consumer electronics industry for manufacturing smartphones, tablets, TVs, and monitors with enhanced durability and reliability.
Possible Prior Art
There are existing technologies for crack detection in display devices, but the specific implementation of an inversely tapered crack detection line in the non-display area is a novel approach.
Unanswered Questions
How does the inversely tapered shape of the crack detection line improve crack detection?
The abstract does not provide details on how the inversely tapered shape of the crack detection line enhances crack detection capabilities. Further information on the mechanism behind this design choice would be beneficial for a deeper understanding of the technology.
Are there any limitations to the crack detection system described in the patent application?
The abstract does not mention any potential limitations or challenges associated with the crack detection system. Understanding the drawbacks or constraints of the technology would provide a more comprehensive view of its practical applications and implications.
Original Abstract Submitted
A display is provided. The display device includes a display area and a non-display area located around the display area; a base layer; an organic light-emitting diode (OLED) that is located on the base layer in the display area; and a first crack detection line that is located on the base layer in the non-display area; wherein the first crack detection line comprises a first line that extends substantially in a first direction along a first edge of the display area, a second line that is separated from the first line and extends substantially in the first direction, and a third line that is connected to an end of the first line and an end of the second line, wherein a cross-sectional shape of the first line in a second direction crossing the first direction is inversely tapered.
