18452597. DISPLAY DEVICE simplified abstract (Samsung Display Co., LTD.)
Contents
- 1 DISPLAY DEVICE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 DISPLAY DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
DISPLAY DEVICE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
JI WOONG Choi of Yongin-si (KR)
DISPLAY DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18452597 titled 'DISPLAY DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a display device with a support plate that includes a flexible portion foldable about a folding axis, and link bars on both side surfaces of the flexible portion.
- The display device includes a support plate with a flexible portion that can be folded under a flat portion.
- The flexible portion can be folded about a folding axis extending in one direction.
- Link bars are disposed on both side surfaces of the flexible portion, protruding in the same direction.
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in:
- Foldable electronic devices
- Portable displays for easy transportation
Problems Solved
This technology addresses:
- Space-saving in compact devices
- Protection of flexible components during transportation
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Enhanced portability of display devices
- Improved durability of flexible components
Potential Commercial Applications
This technology could be commercially applied in:
- Foldable smartphones and tablets
- Portable monitors for on-the-go professionals
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be:
- Foldable display devices with rigid support structures
Unanswered Questions
How does the folding mechanism affect the overall thickness of the display device?
The patent application does not provide information on how the folding mechanism impacts the thickness of the display device.
Are there any limitations to the flexibility of the support plate?
The patent application does not mention any restrictions on the flexibility of the support plate.
Original Abstract Submitted
A display device includes a display module, a support plate that is disposed on a rear surface of the display module and that includes a flat portion and a flexible portion that extends from the flat portion and that is foldable such that a portion is disposed under the flat portion, wherein the flexible portion is foldable about a folding axis extending in one direction, and a plurality of link bars that are disposed on both side surfaces of the flexible portion opposite to each other in the one direction and that protrude in the one direction.
