18546180. FLEXIBLE ELECTRICAL INTER-ASSEMBLY COUPLING CIRCUIT FOR FOLDABLE DEVICES simplified abstract (GOOGLE LLC)
Contents
- 1 FLEXIBLE ELECTRICAL INTER-ASSEMBLY COUPLING CIRCUIT FOR FOLDABLE DEVICES
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 FLEXIBLE ELECTRICAL INTER-ASSEMBLY COUPLING CIRCUIT FOR FOLDABLE DEVICES - 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 Original Abstract Submitted
FLEXIBLE ELECTRICAL INTER-ASSEMBLY COUPLING CIRCUIT FOR FOLDABLE DEVICES
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Michael J. Lombardi of South Barrington IL (US)
Joe Allore of Mundelein IL (US)
FLEXIBLE ELECTRICAL INTER-ASSEMBLY COUPLING CIRCUIT FOR FOLDABLE DEVICES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18546180 titled 'FLEXIBLE ELECTRICAL INTER-ASSEMBLY COUPLING CIRCUIT FOR FOLDABLE DEVICES
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a foldable computing device with a top housing assembly, a bottom housing assembly, and a flexible electrical inter-assembly coupling circuit. The top housing assembly houses a first subset of electrical components, while the bottom housing assembly houses a second subset of electrical components. The flexible electrical inter-assembly coupling circuit electrically connects the two subsets of components and can flex when the device is folded.
- Top housing assembly houses first subset of electrical components
- Bottom housing assembly houses second subset of electrical components
- Flexible electrical inter-assembly coupling circuit connects the two subsets
- Circuit remains flat when device is open, flexes when device is closed
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in:
- Foldable smartphones
- Foldable tablets
- Foldable laptops
Problems Solved
The technology solves problems related to:
- Space optimization in foldable devices
- Ensuring electrical connectivity when devices are folded
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Increased portability of devices
- Enhanced durability due to flexible circuit design
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology could be commercially apply in:
- Consumer electronics industry
- Mobile computing industry
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be:
- Foldable displays in smartphones
Unanswered Questions
How does the flexible electrical inter-assembly coupling circuit work?
The flexible circuit is designed to maintain electrical connectivity between the two subsets of components even when the device is folded. It can flex and bend without compromising the integrity of the electrical connection.
What materials are used in the construction of the housing assemblies?
The materials used in the housing assemblies are not specified in the abstract. It would be interesting to know if any innovative materials are used to enhance the durability and flexibility of the device.
Original Abstract Submitted
A foldable computing device may comprise a top housing assembly, a bottom housing assembly, and a flexible electrical inter-assembly coupling circuit. The top housing assembly may house a first subset of electrical component. The bottom housing assembly is mechanically coupled to the top housing assembly such that the top housing assembly is operable to cover, when closed, at least a portion of the bottom housing assembly. The bottom housing assembly may also house a second subset of the electrical components. The flexible electrical inter-assembly coupling circuit may electrically couple the first subset of the electrical components and the second subset of the electrical components. The flexible electrical intercoupling circuit configured may remain flat when the top housing assembly is open relative to the bottom housing assembly and flex when the top housing assembly is at least partially closed relative to the bottom housing assembly.
