Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240214660). CAMERA INCLUDING IMAGE SENSOR AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS COMPRISING SAME simplified abstract
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CAMERA INCLUDING IMAGE SENSOR AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS COMPRISING SAME
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Jaeheung Park of Suwon-si (KR)
CAMERA INCLUDING IMAGE SENSOR AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS COMPRISING SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240214660 titled 'CAMERA INCLUDING IMAGE SENSOR AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS COMPRISING SAME
The abstract describes a camera module with a flexible circuit board that can be deformed by an actuator to control the position or posture of the circuit board within the module.
- The camera module includes a first circuit board connected to an image sensor, an actuator for adjusting the position of the circuit board, a flexible circuit board with slits between conductive wires, and a second circuit board connected to the flexible circuit board.
- The flexible circuit board has a first section extracted from the first circuit board and a second section extending in a different direction, allowing for deformation by the actuator.
- This innovation allows for precise control of the camera module's components, enhancing its functionality and performance.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in smartphones, digital cameras, security cameras, and other imaging devices. - It can also be applied in robotics, medical imaging equipment, and industrial inspection systems.
Problems Solved: - Enables precise positioning and control of components within the camera module. - Enhances the flexibility and adaptability of the camera module design.
Benefits: - Improved image quality and stability in capturing photos and videos. - Enhanced functionality and performance of imaging devices. - Increased precision and control over camera module components.
Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Camera Module Technology for Enhanced Imaging Devices This technology can be commercialized in the consumer electronics industry for smartphones, digital cameras, and other imaging devices. It can also be utilized in various industries such as robotics, healthcare, and manufacturing for advanced imaging solutions.
Questions about Camera Module Technology: 1. How does the actuator control the position of the circuit board within the camera module? The actuator adjusts the position of the circuit board by deforming the flexible circuit board connected to it, allowing for precise control over the components' posture.
2. What are the potential applications of this innovative camera module technology? This technology can be applied in smartphones, digital cameras, security cameras, robotics, medical imaging equipment, and industrial inspection systems for improved imaging capabilities and performance.
Original Abstract Submitted
a camera module according to various embodiments may include a first circuit board electrically connected to an image sensor or a circuit board including the image sensor, an actuator configured to control at least one of a position or a posture of the first circuit board within the camera module, a flexible circuit board extracted and extending from at least one side surface of the first circuit board, multiple slits, the slits being disposed between adjacent ones of multiple conductive wires mounted on the flexible circuit board, and a second circuit board electrically connected to one end of the flexible circuit board. the flexible circuit board may include a first section extracted from the first circuit board or extending from the first circuit board in a first direction. the flexible circuit board may include a second section extending from one end of the first section in a second direction different from the first direction or fixed to another component of the camera module. the flexible circuit board may be deformed as the actuator is driven.
