Samsung display co., ltd. (20240324404). DISPLAY DEVICE simplified abstract
DISPLAY DEVICE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
KYUNGHOON Chae of Yongin-si (KR)
HYEON DEUK Hwang of Yongin-si (KR)
DISPLAY DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240324404 titled 'DISPLAY DEVICE
The abstract of the patent application describes a display device with a unique structure, including a display module with flat portions and a bending portion, a driving circuit unit, a bending protection layer, a cover film, and a resin layer.
- The display module consists of a first flat portion, a second flat portion facing the first flat portion, and a bending portion with a predetermined radius of curvature.
- The driving circuit unit is located on the second flat portion.
- A bending protection layer is placed on the bending portion to protect it.
- A cover film covers the driving circuit unit.
- A resin layer includes a first resin flat portion on the first flat portion, a second resin flat portion on the second flat portion covering the cover film, and a resin bending portion on the bending portion covering the bending protection layer.
Potential Applications: - This display device could be used in smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices requiring flexible displays. - It may find applications in wearable technology, such as smartwatches and fitness trackers.
Problems Solved: - The device addresses the need for flexible displays that can withstand bending without damage. - It provides protection for the bending portion and driving circuit unit.
Benefits: - Improved durability and flexibility of display devices. - Enhanced protection for sensitive components. - Potential for innovative design possibilities in electronic devices.
Commercial Applications: Flexible display technology like this could revolutionize the consumer electronics market, leading to the development of more durable and versatile devices.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the bending protection layer contribute to the longevity of the display device? 2. What are the potential challenges in mass-producing devices with such intricate structures?
Original Abstract Submitted
a display device includes: a display module including a first flat portion, a second flat portion facing the first flat portion, and a bending portion disposed between the first flat portion and the second flat portion and having a predetermined radius of curvature; a driving circuit unit disposed on the second flat portion; a bending protection layer disposed on the bending portion, and not overlapping the first flat portion and the second flat portion; a cover film disposed on the second flat portion, and covering the driving circuit unit; and a resin layer including a first resin flat portion disposed on at least a portion of the first flat portion, a second resin flat portion disposed on the second flat portion and covering the cover film, and a resin bending portion disposed on the bending portion and covering the bending protection layer.