18520139. 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 18520139 titled 'DISPLAY DEVICE
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a display device with touch-sensing capabilities, light-emitting elements, and a unique electrode configuration.
- Light-emitting elements are placed in the display area of the substrate.
- An encapsulation unit covers the light-emitting elements for protection.
- Touch-sensing electrodes are located on the encapsulation unit, extending in one direction.
- Touch-driving electrodes are also on the encapsulation unit, extending in a different direction.
- The touch-sensing electrodes include sub-touch-sensing electrodes, with one having a different shape near the non-display area.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Display device with touch-sensing capabilities.
- Unique electrode configuration for touch sensitivity.
- Integration of light-emitting elements and touch sensors in a single device.
Potential Applications:
- Smartphones and tablets.
- Interactive displays.
- Wearable technology.
Problems Solved:
- Enhanced touch sensitivity.
- Integration of touch and display technologies.
- Improved user interaction with electronic devices.
Benefits:
- Improved user experience.
- Increased functionality of electronic devices.
- Enhanced durability and protection of light-emitting elements.
Commercial Applications: The technology can be utilized in the development of advanced touch-sensitive displays for consumer electronics, medical devices, automotive displays, and industrial control panels.
Prior Art: Further research can be conducted in the field of touch-sensitive display technologies, encapsulation methods, and electrode configurations in display devices.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in touch-sensitive display technologies, integration of touch and display functionalities, and electrode design for enhanced user interaction.
Questions about Touch-Sensing Display Devices: 1. How does the unique electrode configuration impact the touch sensitivity of the display device? 2. What are the potential challenges in integrating touch sensors with light-emitting elements in a display device?
Original Abstract Submitted
Discussed is a display device including a substrate having a display area and a non-display area in the display area, light-emitting elements disposed in the display area, an encapsulation unit covering the light-emitting elements, a plurality of touch-sensing electrodes on the encapsulation unit in the display area and extending in a first direction, and a plurality of touch-driving electrodes on the encapsulation unit in the display area and extending in a second direction different from the first direction, in which the plurality of touch-sensing electrodes include a plurality of sub-touch-sensing electrodes spaced apart from each other, and in which at least one sub-touch-sensing electrode, which is adjacent to the non-display area among the plurality of sub-touch-sensing electrodes, is configured as a first variant electrode having a shape different from a shape of a remaining sub-touch-sensing electrode except for the at least one sub-touch-sensing electrode among the plurality of sub-touch-sensing electrodes.
