Samsung display co., ltd. (20240103583). DISPLAY DEVICE simplified abstract
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DISPLAY DEVICE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
KYUNG-MAN Kim of Gyeonggi-do (KR)
CHAN-JAE Park of Gyeonggi-do (KR)
DISPLAY DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240103583 titled 'DISPLAY DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a display device with a foldable area and a non-foldable area, supported by a first support member containing a fabric with flexible and rigid portions.
- The display device includes a display panel with a foldable area and a non-foldable area.
- A first support member is positioned under the display panel, consisting of a fabric with flexible and rigid portions.
- The rigid portion of the fabric overlaps the non-foldable area and is woven differently from the flexible portion, containing fiber-reinforced plastic.
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in:
- Foldable electronic devices
- Flexible displays for wearables
- Foldable screens for smartphones
Problems Solved
The technology addresses:
- Durability issues in foldable displays
- Structural support for foldable areas
- Enhanced flexibility and rigidity in display devices
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Improved longevity of foldable displays
- Enhanced user experience with flexible devices
- Increased versatility in design options for electronic devices
Potential Commercial Applications
The potential commercial applications of this technology could be seen in:
- Consumer electronics industry
- Mobile device manufacturers
- Display technology companies
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of flexible materials in display devices, but the specific combination of flexible and rigid portions in the support member may be a novel aspect of this innovation.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology impact the overall cost of manufacturing foldable displays?
The cost implications of incorporating this technology into foldable displays are not addressed in the article. It would be interesting to know if the use of fiber-reinforced plastic in the support member affects the production costs.
What are the environmental implications of using fiber-reinforced plastic in display devices?
The environmental impact of using fiber-reinforced plastic, a material known for its durability and strength, in display devices is not discussed. It would be valuable to understand how this choice of material aligns with sustainability goals in the electronics industry.
Original Abstract Submitted
a display device includes a display panel that includes a foldable area and a non-foldable area adjacent to the foldable area, and a first support member disposed under the display panel. the first support member includes a fabric that includes a flexible portion that overlaps the foldable area and a rigid portion that overlaps the non-foldable area. the rigid portion is woven differently from the flexible portion and contains fiber reinforced plastic.
