Samsung display co., ltd. (20240306431). DISPLAY APPARATUS simplified abstract
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DISPLAY APPARATUS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Yongsub Shim of Yongin-si (KR)
Youngjae Kim of Yongin-si (KR)
Youngjun Yoo of Yongin-si (KR)
Jungmin Choi of Yongin-si (KR)
Jongbeom Hong of Yongin-si (KR)
DISPLAY APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240306431 titled 'DISPLAY APPARATUS
The display apparatus described in the patent application includes a substrate with a foldable area, a pixel-defining layer, and a light-blocking layer. The foldable area consists of first and second foldable areas adjacent to non-folded areas.
- The substrate has a foldable area with first and second foldable areas adjacent to non-folded areas.
- A pixel-defining layer is placed over the substrate.
- A light-blocking layer is positioned over the pixel-defining layer.
- The pixel-defining layer defines lower openings, while the light-blocking layer defines corresponding upper openings.
- The upper openings are shifted to one side facing the non-folded areas of the lower openings.
Potential Applications: - Foldable displays for electronic devices - Flexible screens for wearable technology - Portable devices with adaptable screens
Problems Solved: - Providing a foldable display without compromising pixel quality - Enhancing the durability of foldable screens - Improving the user experience with flexible displays
Benefits: - Increased versatility in device design - Enhanced portability with foldable screens - Improved user interaction with adaptable displays
Commercial Applications: Flexible displays for smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches, enhancing user experience and setting new trends in the consumer electronics market.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the positioning of the upper openings contribute to the functionality of the display?
The shifting of the upper openings towards the non-folded areas helps maintain pixel quality and screen integrity when the display is folded.
2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology on a large scale?
The main challenges may include manufacturing processes, material durability, and cost-effectiveness.
Original Abstract Submitted
a display apparatus includes a substrate including a foldable area including a first foldable area adjacent to a first non-folded area and a second foldable area adjacent to a second non-folded area, a pixel-defining layer disposed over the substrate, and a light-blocking layer disposed over the pixel-defining layer. the pixel-defining layer defines a (1-1)st lower opening, a (1-2)nd lower opening, a (1-3)rd lower opening, and a (1-4)th lower opening. the light-blocking layer defines a (1-1)st upper opening, a (1-2)nd upper opening, a (1-3)rd upper opening, and a (1-4)th upper opening. the (1-3)rd upper opening is shifted to one side facing the first non-folded area of the (1-3)rd lower opening. the (1-4)th upper opening is shifted to one side facing the second non-folded area of the (1-4)th lower opening.
