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=ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING FLEXIBLE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.|SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.]]


[[Category:SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Bowoong Seo of Suwon-si (KR)|Bowoong Seo of Suwon-si (KR)]][[Category:Bowoong Seo of Suwon-si (KR)]]

[[:Category:Hokyung Kang of Suwon-si (KR)|Hokyung Kang of Suwon-si (KR)]][[Category:Hokyung Kang of Suwon-si (KR)]]

[[:Category:Yongwoon Kim of Suwon-si (KR)|Yongwoon Kim of Suwon-si (KR)]][[Category:Yongwoon Kim of Suwon-si (KR)]]

[[:Category:Jonghoon Woo of Suwon-si (KR)|Jonghoon Woo of Suwon-si (KR)]][[Category:Jonghoon Woo of Suwon-si (KR)]]

[[:Category:Jinwan An of Suwon-si (KR)|Jinwan An of Suwon-si (KR)]][[Category:Jinwan An of Suwon-si (KR)]]

==ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING FLEXIBLE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18230027 titled 'ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING FLEXIBLE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF

==Simplified Explanation==

The abstract describes a foldable electronic device with a display, two housings, and a hinge structure connecting the housings. A flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) extends across the folding axis and includes bending portions. A sensor identifies the impedance in the FPCB, and a processor determines the folding angle based on the impedance.

* The device has a foldable design with a hinge structure connecting two housings.
* A flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) extends across the folding axis, allowing for flexibility.
* The FPCB includes bending portions that can accommodate the folding movement.
* A sensor is used to identify the impedance in the FPCB, which can vary based on the folding angle.
* A processor analyzes the impedance data to determine the folding angle between the two housings.

Potential applications of this technology:

* Foldable smartphones or tablets: This technology could be used to create foldable devices with larger displays that can be easily folded for portability.
* Flexible displays: The FPCB and hinge structure enable the use of flexible displays, allowing for new form factors and designs.
* Wearable devices: The foldable design could be applied to wearable devices, such as smartwatches or fitness trackers, providing a larger display when needed.

Problems solved by this technology:

* Portability: The foldable design allows for compact storage and easy transportation of devices with larger displays.
* Durability: The flexible printed circuit board and hinge structure provide flexibility and durability, reducing the risk of damage from bending or folding.
* User experience: The ability to determine the folding angle allows for adaptive user interfaces and features based on the device's orientation.

Benefits of this technology:

* Larger displays: The foldable design enables devices to have larger displays without sacrificing portability.
* Versatility: The flexible nature of the device allows for various form factors and use cases.
* Enhanced durability: The use of a flexible printed circuit board and hinge structure improves the device's durability, making it more resistant to damage.


==Original Abstract Submitted==

A foldable electronic device includes a display including a first and second areas; a first and second housings; a hinge structure foldably connecting the first housing and the second housing to each other on a folding axis; a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) extending across the folding axis from a first space between the first housing and the display to a second space between the second housing and the display and including a first bending portion and a second bending portion; a sensor configured to identify an impedance in the FPCB; and a processor configured to identify a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing based on the impedance. The first bending portion includes a first sensing pattern part including a first pattern forming a first electrical path and a second pattern forming a second electrical path.



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