Samsung display co., ltd. (20240192729). DISPLAY APPARATUS simplified abstract
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DISPLAY APPARATUS
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KYOUNGAH Lee of Yongin-si (KR)
DISPLAY APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240192729 titled 'DISPLAY APPARATUS
The abstract describes a display device with a folding region that can be folded around an axis, along with non-folding regions on either side. The lower member below the display panel consists of high-rigidity and low-rigidity parts that overlap the folding region in a direction perpendicular to the folding axis.
- The display device includes a folding region that can be folded around an axis, allowing for a compact form factor.
- The lower member below the display panel is designed with high-rigidity and low-rigidity parts that provide structural support while maintaining flexibility.
- The arrangement of the high-rigidity and low-rigidity parts in the lower member helps in absorbing stress and preventing damage during folding and unfolding of the display device.
Potential Applications: - Foldable smartphones and tablets - Flexible displays for wearable technology - Portable electronic devices with foldable screens
Problems Solved: - Structural integrity during folding and unfolding of display devices - Preventing damage to the display panel and components - Enhancing the durability of foldable electronic devices
Benefits: - Improved portability and convenience for users - Extended lifespan of foldable devices - Enhanced user experience with flexible display technology
Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Foldable Display Technology for Next-Generation Devices" This technology can revolutionize the design of smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices by offering a foldable display solution that combines durability with flexibility. The market implications include increased demand for foldable devices and potential partnerships with manufacturers to integrate this technology into their product lineup.
Questions about Foldable Display Technology: 1. How does the design of the lower member contribute to the overall durability of the display device? 2. What are the potential challenges in mass-producing foldable displays with this innovative technology?
Original Abstract Submitted
a display device includes a display panel, which includes a folding region, which is foldable around a folding axis extending in a first direction, and first and second non-folding regions spaced apart from each other with the folding region therebetween, and a lower member disposed below the display panel. the lower member includes a first high-rigidity part, a first low-rigidity part, a second high-rigidity part, a second low-rigidity part, and a third high-rigidity part, each of which overlaps the folding region and which are arranged in a second direction crossing the first direction. each of the first and second low-rigidity parts has a modulus less than a modulus of a high-rigidity part adjacent thereto in the second direction among the first high-rigidity part, the second high-rigidity part and the third high-rigidity part.
