18492935. ANTENNA MODULE AND DISPLAY DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME simplified abstract (Samsung Display Co., LTD.)
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ANTENNA MODULE AND DISPLAY DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME
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ANTENNA MODULE AND DISPLAY DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18492935 titled 'ANTENNA MODULE AND DISPLAY DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME
The abstract describes a display device with a unique antenna layer design that includes a protruding area for improved functionality.
- The display device includes a display panel with a display area for images and a non-display area at the edges.
- An antenna layer is placed on the display panel, with a first area corresponding to the display area and a second area corresponding to the non-display area.
- The antenna layer also features a protruding area that extends in a direction away from the display panel.
- An antenna driver circuit is connected to the antenna layer through an antenna pad located in the protruding area.
- The antenna layer consists of a feeder electrode on the second area, a reflector electrode between the feeder electrode and the protruding area, and multiple director electrodes in the first area.
Potential Applications: - This technology could be used in smart devices such as smartphones and tablets to enhance wireless connectivity. - It could also be applied in IoT devices for improved communication capabilities.
Problems Solved: - The protruding area of the antenna layer helps in optimizing signal reception and transmission. - The unique design of the antenna layer allows for efficient use of space on the display panel.
Benefits: - Improved wireless connectivity performance. - Enhanced signal strength and reliability. - Space-saving design for compact devices.
Commercial Applications: - This technology could be valuable for manufacturers of consumer electronics looking to improve the wireless capabilities of their products. - It could also be beneficial for companies developing IoT devices that require reliable wireless communication.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the protruding area of the antenna layer contribute to the device's performance? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this unique antenna design in mass-produced devices?
Original Abstract Submitted
According to an embodiment, a display device may include a display panel including a display area for displaying images and a non-display area arranged at edges of the display area, an antenna layer disposed on the display panel and including a first area corresponding to the display area, a second area corresponding to the non-display area, and a protruding area protruding from the second area in a first direction. The first direction is a direction away from the display panel, and an antenna driver circuit electrically connected to the antenna layer through an antenna pad disposed in the protruding area. The antenna layer may include a feeder electrode disposed on at least a portion of the second area, a reflector electrode disposed between the feeder electrode and the protruding area in the second area, and a plurality of director electrodes arranged in at least a portion of the first area such that they are spaced apart from one another.
