18503572. Display Device simplified abstract (LG Display Co., Ltd.)
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Display Device
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Display Device - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18503572 titled 'Display Device
The abstract of this patent application describes a display device with specific components and layers arranged in a particular configuration.
- The display device includes a substrate with multiple subpixels, an overcoating layer, an anode corresponding to each subpixel, a bank with an inclined surface covering the end of the anode, a bridge electrode on top of the bank, an organic layer, a cathode, an encapsulation unit, and a touch electrode overlapping the bridge electrode.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Subpixels arranged on a substrate with specific layers and components for display functionality.
- Inclined surface on the bank to cover the end of the anode between subpixels.
- Bridge electrode connecting the subpixels and the inclined surface of the bank.
- Organic layer, cathode, and encapsulation unit for display operation.
- Touch electrode for interaction with the display device.
Potential Applications:
- Consumer electronics such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops.
- Medical devices for imaging and monitoring.
- Automotive displays for navigation and entertainment systems.
Problems Solved:
- Improved display quality and functionality.
- Enhanced durability and longevity of the display device.
- Better touch interaction capabilities.
Benefits:
- Crisp and clear display output.
- Long-lasting and reliable performance.
- Enhanced user experience with touch functionality.
Commercial Applications:
- Display technology for various consumer electronics.
- Potential partnerships with manufacturers for incorporating this technology.
- Market implications in the consumer electronics industry.
Prior Art:
- Prior art related to display technology, touch interfaces, and organic electronics.
Frequently Updated Research:
- Ongoing research on display technologies, touch sensors, and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the inclined surface on the bank improve the display performance? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this display technology in different devices?
Original Abstract Submitted
According to an aspect of the present disclosure, a display device includes a substrate including a plurality of sub pixels; an over coating layer disposed on the substrate; an anode which is disposed on the over coating layer so as to correspond to each of the plurality of sub pixels; a bank which is disposed to cover an end of the anode between the plurality of sub pixels and has an inclined surface; a bridge electrode which is disposed on a top surface of the bank between the plurality of sub pixels and a part of the inclined surface; an organic layer disposed on the anode and the bridge electrode; a cathode disposed on the organic layer; an encapsulation unit disposed on the cathode; and a touch electrode which is disposed on the encapsulation unit so as to overlap the bridge electrode and is electrically connected to the bridge electrode.
