ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING WATERPROOF STRUCTURE

Organization Name

samsung electronics co., ltd.

Inventor(s)

Sunggun Cho of Gyeonggi-do (KR)

Jongkeun Kim of Gyeonggi-do (KR)

Wonhee Choi of Gyeonggi-do (KR)

Jaehee Kim of Gyeonggi-do (KR)

Hwamok Park of Gyeonggi-do (KR)

Minyee An of Gyeonggi-do (KR)

Dongik Lee of Gyeonggi-do (KR)

ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING WATERPROOF STRUCTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240267073 titled 'ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING WATERPROOF STRUCTURE

The abstract describes an electronic device with a flexible circuit board passing through two separate housings, each with a support bracket and waterproof members to protect the circuit board.

The electronic device includes a flexible circuit board passing through a first and second through-hole in separate housings.
A first support bracket covers the first through-hole and supports the circuit board, along with a second support bracket for the second through-hole.
Waterproof members are inserted into the through-holes to protect the circuit board from water damage.
The first waterproof member faces a partial area of the first through-hole, while the second waterproof member covers the remaining areas.
Similarly, the third waterproof member faces a partial area of the second through-hole, with the fourth waterproof member covering the rest.

Potential Applications: - This technology could be used in electronic devices that require protection from water or other environmental factors. - It can be applied in outdoor or rugged devices where exposure to moisture is a concern.

Problems Solved: - The technology addresses the issue of water damage to electronic components. - It ensures the longevity and reliability of the electronic device in various conditions.

Benefits: - Enhanced durability and reliability of electronic devices. - Protection against water damage, increasing the lifespan of the device.

Commercial Applications: - This technology could be valuable in the manufacturing of smartphones, tablets, wearables, and other electronic devices that need waterproofing. - It could also be used in industrial equipment, outdoor electronics, and marine devices.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the waterproofing technology in this device compare to other existing solutions?

  - The waterproofing technology in this device offers comprehensive protection by utilizing multiple waterproof members.

2. What are the potential cost implications of integrating this technology into electronic devices?

  - The cost implications may vary depending on the scale of production and the specific requirements of the device.

Original Abstract Submitted

disclosed is an electronic device includes a flexible circuit board passing via a first through-hole included in a first housing and a second through-hole included in a second housing, a first support bracket disposed to support the flexible circuit board while covering the first through-hole, a second support bracket disposed to support the flexible circuit board while covering the second through-hole, a first waterproof member disposed to face a partial area of the first through-hole from the first support bracket and inserted into the partial area of the first through-hole, a second waterproof member inserted into the remaining areas of the first through-hole, a third waterproof member disposed to face a partial area of the second through-hole from the second support bracket and inserted into the partial area of the second through-hole, a fourth waterproof member inserted into the remaining areas of the second through-hole.