18437844. FLEXIBLE MULTI-LAYERED COVER LENS STACKS FOR FOLDABLE DISPLAYS simplified abstract (Applied Materials, Inc.)
Contents
- 1 FLEXIBLE MULTI-LAYERED COVER LENS STACKS FOR FOLDABLE DISPLAYS
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 FLEXIBLE MULTI-LAYERED COVER LENS STACKS FOR FOLDABLE DISPLAYS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Key Features and Innovation
- 1.6 Potential Applications
- 1.7 Problems Solved
- 1.8 Benefits
- 1.9 Commercial Applications
- 1.10 Prior Art
- 1.11 Frequently Updated Research
- 1.12 Questions about Flexible Cover Lens Assemblies
- 1.13 Original Abstract Submitted
FLEXIBLE MULTI-LAYERED COVER LENS STACKS FOR FOLDABLE DISPLAYS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Manivannan Thothadri of Mountain View CA (US)
Harvey You of Mountain View CA (US)
Helinda Nominanda of San Jose CA (US)
Neil Morrison of Seeheim-Jugenheim (DE)
Daniel Paul Forster of San Jose CA (US)
Arvinder Chadha of San Jose CA (US)
FLEXIBLE MULTI-LAYERED COVER LENS STACKS FOR FOLDABLE DISPLAYS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18437844 titled 'FLEXIBLE MULTI-LAYERED COVER LENS STACKS FOR FOLDABLE DISPLAYS
Simplified Explanation
The patent application discusses flexible cover lens assemblies for foldable display devices, including layers such as glass, adhesion promotion, anti-reflectance, dry hardcoat, and anti-fingerprint coatings.
- Glass layer
- Adhesion promotion layer
- Anti-reflectance layer
- Dry hardcoat layer with specific hardness range
- Anti-fingerprint coating layer
Key Features and Innovation
- Flexible cover lens assembly for foldable displays
- Specific layers for protection and functionality
- Dry hardcoat layer with nano-indentation hardness
- Anti-fingerprint coating for improved user experience
Potential Applications
- Foldable smartphones
- Foldable tablets
- Flexible electronic devices
Problems Solved
- Protection of flexible displays
- Reduction of reflections
- Prevention of fingerprints
Benefits
- Enhanced durability
- Improved visibility
- Better user experience
Commercial Applications
Flexible Cover Lens Assemblies for Foldable Devices
This technology can be applied in the development of foldable smartphones, tablets, and other flexible electronic devices, catering to the growing demand for innovative and durable displays in the consumer electronics market.
Prior Art
Research into flexible display technologies, glass coatings, and anti-fingerprint solutions can provide insights into the evolution of similar technologies in the industry.
Frequently Updated Research
Ongoing research in materials science, nanotechnology, and display technologies may influence the development of future iterations of flexible cover lens assemblies for foldable devices.
Questions about Flexible Cover Lens Assemblies
How do flexible cover lens assemblies improve the durability of foldable displays?
Flexible cover lens assemblies provide a protective barrier against scratches and impacts, enhancing the overall durability of foldable displays.
What role does the anti-fingerprint coating play in user experience?
The anti-fingerprint coating helps to reduce smudges and marks on the display, improving visibility and maintaining a clean appearance for users.
Original Abstract Submitted
Embodiments described and discussed herein generally relate to flexible or foldable display devices, and more specifically to flexible cover lens assemblies. In one or more embodiments, a flexible cover lens assembly contains a glass layer, an adhesion promotion layer on the glass layer, an anti-reflectance layer disposed on the adhesion promotion layer, a dry hardcoat layer having a nano-indentation hardness in a range from about 1 GPa to about 5 GPa and disposed on the anti-reflectance layer, and an anti-fingerprint coating layer disposed on the dry hardcoat layer.
