Apple inc. (20240370059). Electronic Devices With Flexible Displays Having Fastened Bent Edges simplified abstract
Electronic Devices With Flexible Displays Having Fastened Bent Edges
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
John Raff of Menlo Park CA (US)
Scott A. Myers of Saratoga CA (US)
Christopher Stringer of Woodside CA (US)
Electronic Devices With Flexible Displays Having Fastened Bent Edges - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240370059 titled 'Electronic Devices With Flexible Displays Having Fastened Bent Edges
The patent application describes an electronic device with a display that has a flexible substrate with fastened bent edges. The flexible substrate contains an active region with light-emitting elements and inactive regions outside of the active region. The bent edges include portions of both the active and inactive regions and are wrapped to conform to an internal support structure. Fastening members secure the bent edges to the support structure.
- The electronic device features a display with a flexible substrate and bent edges.
- The flexible substrate includes an active region with light-emitting elements.
- Inactive regions are present outside of the active region.
- Bent edges consist of portions of both active and inactive regions.
- The bent edges are wrapped to match the shape of an internal support structure.
- Fastening members secure the bent edges to the support structure.
Potential Applications: - Flexible displays for smartphones and tablets - Wearable technology such as smartwatches - Curved displays for automotive applications
Problems Solved: - Enhancing the durability and flexibility of displays - Improving the design aesthetics of electronic devices - Facilitating the integration of displays into various form factors
Benefits: - Increased durability and flexibility of displays - Enhanced design possibilities for electronic devices - Improved user experience with innovative display technology
Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Flexible Display Technology for Electronic Devices This technology can be utilized in the consumer electronics industry for the development of next-generation displays with enhanced durability and design flexibility. It can also find applications in the automotive sector for curved display panels in vehicles.
Questions about Flexible Display Technology: 1. How does the flexible substrate improve the durability of the display? The flexible substrate allows the display to withstand bending and twisting without damage, making it more durable than traditional rigid displays.
2. What are the potential design possibilities enabled by the bent edges of the display? The bent edges allow for unique form factors and curved designs that can enhance the aesthetics of electronic devices.
Original Abstract Submitted
an electronic device may be provided with a display having a flexible substrate with fastened bent edges. the flexible substrate may have an active region that includes an array of light-emitting elements such as organic light-emitting diodes. the flexible substrate may also have inactive regions that lie outside of the active region. the bent edges may include portions of the inactive regions and portions of the active region. the bent edges may be wrapped to conform to the shape of an internal support structure. the bent edges may be fastened to the support structure with fastening members that attach a housing member or an internal clamp to the support structure. the bent edges may be secured between the housing member or the internal clamp and the support structure. the fastening members may be engaged in openings in the support structure and may pass through or alongside the bent edges.
