18522350. DISPLAY DEVICE simplified abstract (SEMICONDUCTOR ENERGY LABORATORY CO., LTD.)
Contents
- 1 DISPLAY DEVICE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 DISPLAY DEVICE - 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
Organization Name
SEMICONDUCTOR ENERGY LABORATORY CO., LTD.
Inventor(s)
Yoshiharu Hirakata of Ebina (JP)
Hiroyuki Miyake of Atsugi (JP)
Shunpei Yamazaki of Setagaya (JP)
DISPLAY DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18522350 titled 'DISPLAY DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a display device with low power consumption that can display images in a region that can be used in a folded state. The device includes a display portion that can be opened and folded, a sensing portion that detects the folded state, and an image processing portion that generates an image with black portions when the display is folded.
- Display device with low power consumption
- Display device capable of displaying images in a folded state
- Includes a display portion that can be opened and folded
- Sensing portion detects the folded state
- Image processing portion generates images with black portions when folded
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in:
- Foldable smartphones
- Foldable tablets
- E-readers
- Wearable technology
Problems Solved
- Power consumption in display devices
- Limited screen real estate in folded devices
Benefits
- Energy efficiency
- Increased functionality in foldable devices
Potential Commercial Applications
- Consumer electronics industry
- Display technology companies
- Mobile device manufacturers
Possible Prior Art
There have been previous patents related to foldable displays and low power consumption in display devices, but none that specifically address the combination of both features as described in this patent application.
Unanswered Questions
How does the sensing portion detect the folded state accurately?
The patent application does not provide specific details on the technology or mechanism used by the sensing portion to detect the folded state of the display device.
What materials are used in the construction of the display portion to enable folding?
The patent application does not mention the materials or design elements that allow the display portion to be opened and folded repeatedly without damage or wear.
Original Abstract Submitted
A display device with low power consumption is provided. Furthermore, a display device in which an image is displayed in a region that can be used in a folded state is provided. The conceived display device includes a display portion that can be opened and folded, a sensing portion that senses a folded state of the display portion, and an image processing portion that generates, when the display portion is in the folded state, an image in which a black image is displayed in part of the display portion.
