18544922. ELECTRONIC DEVICE CAPABLE OF SLIDING AND FOLDING OPERATIONS simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)
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ELECTRONIC DEVICE CAPABLE OF SLIDING AND FOLDING OPERATIONS
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ELECTRONIC DEVICE CAPABLE OF SLIDING AND FOLDING OPERATIONS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18544922 titled 'ELECTRONIC DEVICE CAPABLE OF SLIDING AND FOLDING OPERATIONS
Simplified Explanation
The electronic device described in the patent application includes a flexible display that can increase and decrease in size based on the sliding of the second housing, which is coupled to the first housing and can slide in a first direction. The device also includes a hinge device that allows the second housing to rotate relative to the first housing, with a rotation shaft that is movable in the first direction.
- Simplified Explanation:
- Electronic device with flexible display and sliding second housing - Hinge device allows rotation of second housing relative to first housing
- Potential Applications:
- Foldable smartphones - Flexible e-readers - Wearable technology with adjustable display size
- Problems Solved:
- Limited screen size on portable devices - Lack of flexibility in display options - Space constraints in compact electronic devices
- Benefits:
- Enhanced user experience with adjustable display size - Increased portability and versatility of electronic devices - Innovative design for modern technology products
- Potential Commercial Applications:
- Consumer electronics industry - Mobile device manufacturers - Wearable technology companies
- Possible Prior Art:
- Samsung Galaxy Fold with foldable display technology - Microsoft Surface Duo with dual-screen hinge design
- Unanswered Questions:
1. How does the sliding mechanism affect the durability of the device? 2. What materials are used for the flexible display to ensure longevity and functionality?
Original Abstract Submitted
An electronic device according to various embodiments may include: a first housing; a second housing coupled to the first housing and configured to be slidable in a first direction; a flexible display having one end fixed to one of the first housing and the second housing, and including an information display area visible from the outside of the electronic device and configured to increase and/or decrease based on sliding of the second housing; and a hinge device including a hinge rotatably connecting the second housing to the first housing, wherein a rotation shaft of the hinge device may be inserted into an accommodation part extending in the first direction such that the rotation shaft is movable in the first direction in a process in which the second housing rotates relative to the first housing.
