Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240345632). ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING FOLDABLE DISPLAY simplified abstract
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ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING FOLDABLE DISPLAY
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ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING FOLDABLE DISPLAY - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240345632 titled 'ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING FOLDABLE DISPLAY
The abstract of the patent application describes an electronic device with a folding display, hinge unit, hinge housing, cap, and fixing member.
- The electronic device has a display with a folding area between two areas supported by first and second housings.
- A hinge unit connects the first and second housings, allowing the device to fold between a folded state and an unfolded state.
- A hinge housing houses the hinge unit, while a cap covers a side of the folding area and is connected to the hinge housing.
- A fixing member secures the cap to the hinge housing, with a fixing groove defined in the hinge housing for this purpose.
- The fixing member includes a fixing part for attaching the cap and a wing part that limits movement by contacting the fixing groove.
Potential Applications: - Foldable smartphones - Foldable tablets - Foldable laptops - Foldable e-readers - Foldable wearable devices
Problems Solved: - Provides a compact form factor for electronic devices - Protects the folding area of the display - Ensures smooth folding and unfolding of the device
Benefits: - Enhanced portability - Improved durability - Innovative design - Versatile usage scenarios
Commercial Applications: Foldable electronic devices using this technology could revolutionize the consumer electronics market by offering unique form factors and enhanced functionality.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the fixing member contribute to the durability of the folding display? 2. What are the potential challenges in mass-producing electronic devices with foldable displays?
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers are continually exploring new materials and technologies to improve the flexibility and durability of foldable displays. Stay updated on the latest advancements in this field for potential future applications.
Original Abstract Submitted
an electronic device includes a display including a folding area between first and second areas; first and second housings respectively supporting the first and second areas; a hinge unit connected to the first and second housings, and operating between a folded state in which the first and second areas face each other and an unfolded state in which the first and second areas are open; a hinge housing including the hinge unit; a cap connected to the hinge housing and covering a side of the folding area; and a fixing member fixing the cap to the hinge housing. a fixing groove into which the fixing member is fixed is defined in the hinge housing. the fixing member includes a fixing part to which the cap is fixed, and a wing part protruding from the fixing part, including an end contacting the fixing groove, and limiting movement of the fixing member.
