18582059. ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING WATERPROOF STRUCTURE simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)
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ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING WATERPROOF STRUCTURE
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Jongchul Choi of Suwon-si (KR)
ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING WATERPROOF STRUCTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18582059 titled 'ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING WATERPROOF STRUCTURE
The abstract describes an electronic device with a hinge structure, two housing structures that can be folded together, a flexible display, and sealing members to protect openings in the housing structures.
- Hinge structure for folding the device
- Two housing structures that can be folded together
- Flexible display for enhanced flexibility
- Sealing members to protect openings in the housing structures
Potential Applications: - Foldable smartphones - Portable electronic devices with flexible displays
Problems Solved: - Providing a compact and flexible electronic device design - Protecting openings in the housing structures
Benefits: - Enhanced portability and convenience - Improved durability with sealing members
Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Foldable Electronic Devices for Enhanced Portability" This technology can be used in the development of foldable smartphones, tablets, and other portable electronic devices, catering to consumers looking for compact and flexible gadgets.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to foldable electronic devices, hinge structures, and flexible displays to understand the evolution of this technology.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in flexible display technology, hinge mechanisms, and sealing techniques for electronic devices.
Questions about Foldable Electronic Devices: 1. How does the flexible display technology impact the overall user experience? 2. What are the key challenges in designing hinge structures for foldable devices?
Original Abstract Submitted
An electronic device is provided. The electronic device includes a hinge structure, a first housing structure, a second housing structure that is foldable with the first housing structure, a foldable housing, a flexible display, a first mid-plate disposed on one side of the first housing structure, a second mid-plate disposed on one side of the second housing structure, a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) extending between the first mid-plate and the second mid-plate, a first sealing member that seals a first opening formed in the first mid-plate, and a second sealing member that seals a second opening formed in the second mid-plate.
