Electronic device comprising rollable display

Abstract

An electronic device is provided. The electronic device comprises: a housing comprising a first housing part, and a second housing part movably coupled to the first housing part between a retracted position and an extended position with respect to the first housing part; a flexible display coupled to the first housing part and the second housing part such that the size of an area of the flexible display that is visible from the front side of the housing changes as the housing is moved between the retracted position and the extended position; an actuator for moving the second housing part with respect to the first housing part; and a conductive connection member disposed at one end of the flexible display and extending in the direction toward the second housing part, wherein the flexible display is rolled inside the second housing part toward the rear side of the second housing part, the one end of the flexible display moves in the length direction of the second housing part while being adjacent to the rear side of the second housing part as the second housing part is moved between the retracted position and the extended position with respect to the first housing part, and when the second housing part is moved from the retracted position to the extended position with respect to the first housing part, the conductive connection member is electrically connected to the second housing part, and thus the flexible display may be grounded to the second housing part.

Description

Electronic devices including rollable displays

[0001] The present disclosure relates to an electronic device including a rollable display.

[0002] As display technology advances, research and development into electronic devices with flexible displays is actively underway. For example, electronic devices are being developed with rollable displays, enabling them to be folded, bent, rolled, or unfolded.

[0003] An electronic device may be designed to have a rollable display enclosed within a hollow housing. The electronic device may be designed to extend the rollable display from the inside of the hollow housing to the outside based on a specified event.

[0004] The above information may be provided as background information to aid in understanding the present disclosure. No claim or determination is made as to whether any of the above is applicable as prior art in connection with the present disclosure.

[0005] Aspects of the present disclosure are intended to address at least the problems and / or disadvantages mentioned above and provide at least the advantages described below. Accordingly, one aspect of the present disclosure provides an electronic device including a rollable display.

[0006] Additional aspects will be set forth in part in the description below, and in part will be apparent from the description or may be learned by practicing the embodiments provided.

[0007] According to one aspect of the present disclosure, an electronic device is provided. An electronic device comprises a housing comprising a first housing part and a second housing part movably coupled to the first housing part between a retracted position and an extended position, a flexible display coupled to the first housing part and the second housing part, the second housing part being configured to move the second housing part relative to the first housing part so that a size of an area visible from a front side of the housing changes as the housing is moved between the retracted position and the extended position, a conductive connection member disposed at one end of the flexible display and extending in a direction toward the second housing part, the flexible display being rolled toward a rear side of the second housing part within the second housing part, and one end of the flexible display being moved longitudinally of the second housing part adjacent the rear side of the second housing part as the second housing part is moved between the retracted position and the extended position relative to the first housing part, the second housing part being retracted relative to the first housing part. When moved from the position to the extended position, the conductive connecting member is electrically connected to the second housing portion, so that the flexible display can be grounded to the second housing portion.

[0008] Other aspects, advantages and important features of the present disclosure will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of various embodiments of the present disclosure, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0009] The above and other aspects, features and advantages of specific embodiments of the present disclosure will become more apparent from the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0010] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0011] FIG. 2A is a top plan view of an electronic device in a first state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0012] FIG. 2b is a bottom view of an electronic device in a first state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0013] FIG. 2c is a plan view of an electronic device in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0014] FIG. 2d is a bottom view of an electronic device in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0015] FIG. 3A is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0016] FIG. 3b is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0017] FIG. 4A is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device in a first state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0018] FIG. 4b is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0019] FIG. 5 is a drawing for explaining an antenna arranged in an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0020] FIG. 6 is a diagram illustrating the performance of an antenna as an electronic device changes between a first state and a second state, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] FIG. 7 is a drawing for explaining and comparing the performance of an antenna when an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is in a first state and the performance of an antenna when the electronic device is in a second state.

[0022] FIG. 8A is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna to which an element is connected when an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is in a first state.

[0023] FIG. 8b is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna to which an element is connected when the electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is in a second state.

[0024] FIG. 9 is a diagram for explaining and comparing the performance of an antenna when an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is in a first state and the performance of an antenna when the electronic device is in a second state.

[0025] FIG. 10 is a drawing for explaining a cross-section of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0026] FIG. 11 is a drawing for explaining a conductive connecting member of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0027] FIG. 12 is a drawing for explaining and comparing the performance of an antenna according to the presence or absence of a conductive connecting member in an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0028] FIG. 13 is a drawing for explaining a conductive connecting member of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0029] FIG. 14 is a drawing for explaining a conductive connecting member of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0030] FIG. 15 is a drawing for explaining a conductive connecting member of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0031] FIG. 16 is a drawing for explaining a second housing portion to which a conductive connecting member of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is in contact.

[0032] FIG. 17 is a drawing for explaining a second housing portion to which a conductive connecting member of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is in contact.

[0033] FIG. 18 is a drawing for explaining a second housing portion to which a conductive connecting member of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is in contact.

[0034] FIG. 19 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna when a conductive connecting member of an electronic device in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is not in contact with a second housing portion.

[0035] FIG. 20 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna when a conductive connecting member of an electronic device in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is in contact with a second housing portion.

[0036] FIG. 21 is a drawing for explaining a second housing portion to which a conductive connecting member of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is selectively contacted.

[0037] FIG. 22 is a drawing for explaining a second housing portion to which a conductive connecting member of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is in contact.

[0038] FIG. 23 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0039] FIG. 24 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0040] FIG. 25 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0041] FIG. 26 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0042] FIG. 27 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0043] FIG. 28 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0044] FIG. 29 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0045] FIG. 30 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0046] Similar reference numerals may be used throughout the drawings to describe identical or similar components, features and structures.

[0047] The following description, with reference to the accompanying drawings, is provided to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of various embodiments of the present disclosure as defined by the claims and their equivalents. While this disclosure includes numerous specific details to facilitate this understanding, these should be considered merely illustrative. Accordingly, those skilled in the art will recognize that various modifications and variations can be made to the various embodiments described herein without departing from the scope and spirit of the present disclosure. Furthermore, descriptions of well-known functions and configurations may be omitted for clarity and conciseness.

[0048] The terms and words used in the following description and claims are not intended to be limited by their bibliographic meanings, but are merely used by the inventors to facilitate a clear and consistent understanding of the present invention. Accordingly, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the following description of various embodiments of the present disclosure is provided for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure, which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0049] The singular forms "a," "an," and "the" should be understood to include the plural unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Thus, for example, a reference to a "component surface" includes a reference to one or more such surfaces.

[0050] An electronic device including a rollable display can provide a wider user experience when the rollable display is unfolded (unrolled) and provide enhanced portability when the rollable display is rolled. However, the internal structure of the electronic device may become more complex due to the rollable display being incorporated into the housing, resulting in insufficient space for mounting components. Furthermore, the performance of the antenna may be degraded due to the rollable display being incorporated into the housing of the electronic device. For example, the antenna performance of the electronic device may be degraded due to the capacitance generated between the rollable display and the housing.

[0051] According to the disclosed embodiments, the electronic device can provide consistent antenna performance regardless of whether the rollable display is extended or retracted from the housing.

[0052] The technical problems to be achieved in this document are not limited to the technical problems mentioned above, and other technical problems not mentioned can be clearly understood by a person having ordinary skill in the technical field belonging to the present disclosure from the description below.

[0053] Each block of the flowchart and the combination of flowcharts can be performed by one or more computer programs containing instructions. One or more computer programs may be stored entirely in a single memory device, or one or more computer programs may be divided into multiple parts and stored in multiple memory devices.

[0054] All functions or operations described in the present disclosure may be processed by a single processor or a combination of processors. A single processor or a combination of processors is a circuit that performs processing and includes circuits such as an application processor (AP, e.g., a central processing unit (CPU)), a communication processor (CP, e.g., a modem), a graphics processing unit (GPU), a neural processing unit (NPU) (e.g., an artificial intelligence (AI) chip), a wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi™) chip, a Bluetooth™ chip, a global positioning system (GPS) chip, a near-field communication (NFC) chip, a connection chip, a sensor controller, a touch controller, a fingerprint sensor controller, a display driver integrated circuit (IC), an audio codec chip, a universal serial bus (USB) controller, a camera controller, an image processing IC, a microprocessor unit (MPU), a system on a chip (SoC), an IC, and the like.

[0055] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present invention. However, the disclosed embodiments may be implemented in various different forms and are not limited to the embodiments described herein.

[0056] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0057] Referring to FIG. 1, in a network environment (100), an electronic device (101) may communicate with an electronic device (102) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with an electronic device (104) or a server (108) via a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (104) via the server (108). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), a memory (130), an input module (150), an audio output module (155), a display module (160), an audio module (170), a sensor module (176), an interface (177), a connection terminal (178), a haptic module (179), a camera module (180), a power management module (188), a battery (189), a communication module (190), a subscriber identification module (196), or an antenna module (197). In some embodiments, the electronic device (101) may omit at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (178)), or may have one or more other components added. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., the sensor module (176), the camera module (180), or the antenna module (197)) may be integrated into one component (e.g., the display module (160)).

[0058] The processor (120) may, for example, execute software (e.g., a program (140)) to control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) and perform various data processing or calculations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or calculations, the processor (120) may store commands or data received from other components (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the commands or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store result data in a non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or a secondary processor (123) (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor) that can operate independently or together therewith. For example, if the electronic device (101) includes a main processor (121) and a secondary processor (123), the secondary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a specified function. The secondary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

[0059] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least a portion of functions or states associated with at least one component (e.g., a display module (160), a sensor module (176), or a communication module (190)) of the electronic device (101), for example, on behalf of the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as a part of another functionally related component (e.g., a camera module (180) or a communication module (190)). In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. The artificial intelligence models may be generated through machine learning. This learning can be performed, for example, on the electronic device (101) itself where the artificial intelligence model is executed, or can be performed through a separate server (e.g., server (108)). The learning algorithm can include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but is not limited to the examples described above. The artificial intelligence model can include multiple artificial neural network layers.The artificial neural network may be one of a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recurrent neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), a deep Q-network, or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to, or alternatively to, a hardware structure, an artificial intelligence model may include a software structure.

[0060] The memory (130) can store various data used by at least one component (e.g., processor (120) or sensor module (176)) of the electronic device (101). The data can include, for example, software (e.g., program (140)) and input data or output data for commands related thereto. The memory (130) can include volatile memory (132) or nonvolatile memory (134). The nonvolatile memory (134) can include internal memory (136) and external memory (138).

[0061] The program (140) may be stored as software in the memory (130) and may include, for example, an operating system (142), middleware (144), or an application (146).

[0062] The input module (150) can receive commands or data to be used in a component of the electronic device (101) (e.g., a processor (120)) from an external source (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The input module (150) can include, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (e.g., a button), or a digital pen (e.g., a stylus pen).

[0063] The audio output module (155) can output audio signals to the outside of the electronic device (101). The audio output module (155) can include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. In one embodiment, the receiver can be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of the speaker.

[0064] The display module (160) can visually provide information to an external party (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The display module (160) may include, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling the device. In one embodiment, the display module (160) may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of a force generated by the touch.

[0065] According to one embodiment, the display module (160) may be flexible. For example, the display module (160) may include a display area that provides at least a portion of the outer surface of the electronic device (101) and is visually exposed outside the housing of the electronic device (101). For example, since the display module (160) has flexibility, at least a portion of the display module (160) may be rollable into the housing or slidable into the housing. For example, the size of the display area may change depending on the size of at least a portion of the display module (160) that is rolled into the housing or slid into the housing.

[0066] According to one embodiment, an electronic device (101) including a display module (160) may be in a plurality of states, including a first state providing the display area having a first size and a second state providing the display area having a second size different from the first size. For example, the first state may be a state of the electronic device (101) described with reference to FIGS. 2A and 2B. For example, the second state may be a state of the electronic device (101) described with reference to FIGS. 2C and 2D.

[0067] In one embodiment, the first state can be changed to the second state. For example, the first state (or the second state) can be changed to the second state (or the first state) through one or more intermediate states between the first state and the second state. For example, the first state (or the second state) can be changed to the second state (or the first state) based on a defined user input. For example, the first state (or the second state) can be changed to the second state (or the first state) in response to a user input on a physical button visually exposed through a part of the first housing (e.g., 210 of FIGS. 2A to 2D) or a part of the second housing (e.g., 220 of FIGS. 2A to 2D). There is no limitation on the type of the user input. For example, the user input may include a user input via a touch screen within a display area of ​​the display module (160) or a user input via a microphone of the electronic device (101). For example, the state of the electronic device (101) may be changed to the second state (or the first state) by an external force applied to the first housing (e.g., 210 of FIGS. 2A to 2D) and / or the second housing (e.g., 220 of FIGS. 2A to 2D).

[0068] The audio module (170) can convert sound into an electrical signal, or vice versa, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module (170) can acquire sound through the input module (150), output sound through the sound output module (155), or an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)) (e.g., speaker or headphone) directly or wirelessly connected to the electronic device (101).

[0069] The sensor module (176) can detect the operating status (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device (101) or the external environmental status (e.g., user status) and generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected status. According to one embodiment, the sensor module (176) can include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0070] The interface (177) may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device (101) with an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102)). In one embodiment, the interface (177) may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0071] The connection terminal (178) may include a connector through which the electronic device (101) may be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)). According to one embodiment, the connection terminal (178) may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0072] A haptic module (179) can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimuli (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimuli that a user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic sensations. In one embodiment, the haptic module (179) can include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

[0073] The camera module (180) can capture still images and videos. According to one embodiment, the camera module (180) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0074] The power management module (188) can manage power supplied to the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the power management module (188) can be implemented, for example, as at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0075] A battery (189) may power at least one component of the electronic device (101). In one embodiment, the battery (189) may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0076] The communication module (190) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102), electronic device (104), or server (108)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (190) may include one or more communication processors that operate independently from the processor (120) (e.g., application processor) and support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module (190) may include a wireless communication module (192) (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module (194) (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module may be a first network (198) (e.g., Bluetooth). TM , WiFi TM The wireless communication module (192) can communicate with an external electronic device (104) via a short-range communication network such as (wireless fidelity) direct or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range communication network such as a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). These various types of communication modules can be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module (192) can use subscriber information (e.g., international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (196) to verify or authenticate the electronic device (101) within a communication network such as the first network (198) or the second network (199).

[0077] The wireless communication module (192) can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies following the 4G network, such as NR access technology (new radio access technology). The NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), minimization of terminal power and connection of multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine type communications)), or high reliability and low latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications)). The wireless communication module (192) can support, for example, a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave band) to achieve a high data transmission rate. The wireless communication module (192) can support various technologies for securing performance in a high-frequency band, such as beamforming, massive multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), full dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna. The wireless communication module (192) can support various requirements specified in the electronic device (101), an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (104)), or a network system (e.g., the second network (199)). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module (192) can support a peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for eMBB realization, a loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for mMTC realization, or a U-plane latency (e.g., 0.5 ms or less for downlink (DL) and uplink (UL), or 1 ms or less for round trip) for URLLC realization.

[0078] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a printed circuit board, PCB). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as the first network (198) or the second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, for example, by the communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device via the selected at least one antenna. In some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).

[0079] According to various embodiments, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. According to one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent a first side (e.g., a bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high frequency band (e.g., a mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna) disposed on or adjacent a second side (e.g., a top side or a side side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high frequency band.

[0080] At least some of the above components can be interconnected and exchange signals (e.g., commands or data) with each other via a communication method between peripheral devices (e.g., a bus, GPIO (general purpose input and output), SPI (serial peripheral interface), or MIPI (mobile industry processor interface)).

[0081] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (104) via a server (108) connected to a second network (199). Each of the external electronic devices (102 or 104) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations executed in the electronic device (101) may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices (e.g., the electronic devices 102 and 104, and the server 108). For example, when the electronic device (101) is to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (101) may, instead of or in addition to executing the function or service itself, request one or more external electronic devices to perform the function or at least a part of the service. One or more external electronic devices that receive the request may execute at least a portion of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device (101). The electronic device (101) may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least a portion of a response to the request. For this purpose, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used, for example. The electronic device (101) may provide an ultra-low latency service by using distributed computing or mobile edge computing, for example. In another embodiment, the external electronic device (104) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (108) may be an intelligent server utilizing machine learning and / or a neural network.According to one embodiment, an external electronic device (104) or server (108) may be included in the second network (199). The electronic device (101) may be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0082] FIG. 2A is a top plan view of an electronic device in a first state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0083] Referring to FIG. 2A, the electronic device (101) may include a first housing (210), a second housing (220) movable relative to the first housing (210) in a first direction (261) parallel to the y-axis or a second direction (262) parallel to the y-axis and opposite to the first direction (261), and a display (230) (e.g., the display module (160) of FIG. 1). Although the second housing (220) is described as being movable relative to the first housing (210), the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the first housing (210) may be movable relative to the second housing (220). For example, depending on a change in the relative positional relationship between the first housing (210) and the second housing (220), the size of the display area of ​​the display (230) visually exposed outside the housing of the electronic device (101) may be changed.

[0084] For example, within the first state, the second housing (220) may be movable relative to the first housing (210) in a first direction (261) among the first direction (261) and the second direction (262). For example, within the first state, the second housing (220) may not be movable relative to the first housing (210) in the second direction (262).

[0085] For example, within the first state, the display (230) may provide the display area having the smallest size. For example, within the first state, the display area may correspond to the first area (230a). For example, although not illustrated in FIG. 2A, within the first state, the first area (230a), which is the display area, and another area of ​​the display (230) (e.g., the second area (230b) of FIG. 2C) may be disposed within the first housing (210). For example, within the first state, the second area (230b) may be covered by the first housing (210). For example, within the first state, the second area (230b) may be moved into the first housing (210). For example, at least a portion of the second area (230b) may be rolled into the first housing (210). For example, within the first state, the first region (230a) may include a planar portion. For example, within the first state, a portion of the second region (230b) may include a curved portion. However, this is not limited thereto. For example, the first region (230a) may also include a curved portion extending from the planar portion within the first state.

[0086] For example, the first state may be referred to as a slide-in state in that at least a portion of the second housing (220) is positioned within the first housing (210) as the second housing (220) slides toward the first housing (210). For example, the first state may be referred to as a reduced state in that it provides the display area having the smallest size, but is not limited thereto.

[0087] For example, the second housing (220) may include a front camera (250-1) that obtains visual information through a portion of the first region (230a) and faces a third direction (263) parallel to the z-axis. For example, although not illustrated in FIG. 2A, the second housing (220) may include one or more rear cameras (e.g., rear cameras (250-2) of FIG. 2B) that are visually exposed through a portion of the second housing (220) and face a fourth direction (264) parallel to the z-axis and opposite to the third direction (263). For example, the one or more rear cameras (250-2) may be exemplified through the description of FIG. 2B.

[0088] FIG. 2b is a bottom view of an electronic device in a first state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0089] Referring to FIG. 2B, within the first state, one or more rear cameras (250-2) disposed within the second housing (220) may be positioned within a structure disposed within the first housing (210) for the one or more rear cameras (250-2). For example, since the one or more rear cameras (250-2) are positioned within the structure within the first state, the one or more rear cameras (250-2) may be visually exposed through the structure within the first state. The one or more rear cameras (250-2) may obtain visual information through the structure. For example, the structure may be implemented in various ways. For example, the structure may be an opening or a notch. For example, the structure may be an opening (212a) within a first plate (212) of the first housing (210) that surrounds at least a portion of the second housing (220). However, it is not limited to this.

[0090] FIG. 2c is a plan view of an electronic device in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0091] Referring to FIG. 2C, within the second state, the second housing (220) may be movable relative to the first housing (210) in the second direction (262) among the first direction (261) and the second direction (262). For example, within the second state, the second housing (220) may not be movable relative to the first housing (210) in the first direction (261).

[0092] For example, within the second state, the display (230) may provide the display area having the largest size. For example, within the second state, the display area may correspond to an area (230c) including a first area (230a) and a second area (230b). For example, the second area (230b), which was included within the first housing (210) within the first state, may be visually exposed within the second state. For example, within the second state, the first area (230a) and the second area (230b) may include a planar portion. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the first area (230a) and / or the second area (230b) may also include a curved portion extending from the planar portion and positioned within the edge portion.

[0093] For example, the second state may be referred to as a slide-out state in that at least a portion of the second housing (220) is positioned outside the first housing (210) according to the second housing (220) sliding from the first housing (210). For example, the second state may be referred to as an expanded state in that it provides the display area having the largest size. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0094] For example, the front camera (250-1) facing the third direction (263) may move together with the first region (230a) according to the movement of the second housing (220) in the first direction (261) when the state of the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state. For example, although not shown in FIG. 2c, one or more rear cameras facing the fourth direction (264) (e.g., the rear cameras (250-2) of FIG. 2d) may move together with the second housing (220) according to the movement of the second housing (220) in the first direction (261) when the state of the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state. For example, the relative positional relationship between one or more rear cameras (250-2) and the structure illustrated in the description of FIG. 2B may change according to the movement of one or more rear cameras (250-2). For example, the change in the relative positional relationship may be illustrated in FIG. 2D.

[0095] FIG. 2d is a bottom view of an electronic device in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0096] Referring to FIG. 2D, within the second state, one or more rear cameras (250-2) may be positioned outside the structure. For example, within the second state, one or more rear cameras (250-2) may be positioned outside the opening (212a) in the first plate (212). For example, since one or more rear cameras (250-2) are positioned outside the opening (212a) within the second state, one or more rear cameras (250-2) may be visually exposed within the second state. One or more rear cameras (250-2) positioned outside the structure may acquire visual information. For example, since one or more rear cameras (250-2) are positioned outside the structure within the second state, the relative positional relationship between the one or more rear cameras (250-2) and the structure (e.g., the opening (212a)) within the second state may be different from the relative positional relationship between the one or more rear cameras (250-2) and the structure (e.g., the opening (212a)) within the first state (e.g., FIG. 2b).

[0097] Although not shown in FIGS. 2A, 2B, 2C, and 2D, the electronic device (101) may be in an intermediate state between the first state and the second state. For example, the size of the display area in the intermediate state may be larger than the size of the display area in the first state and smaller than the size of the display area in the second state. For example, the display area in the intermediate state may correspond to an area including a portion of the first region (230a) and the second region (230b). For example, in the intermediate state, a portion of the second region (230b) may be visually exposed, and another portion (or a remaining portion) of the second region (230b) may be covered by the first housing (210) or moved into the first housing (210). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0098] The electronic device (101) may include structures for moving a second housing (e.g., the second housing (220) of FIGS. 2a, 2b, 2c, and 2d) of the electronic device (101) relative to a first housing (e.g., the first housing (210) of FIGS. 2a, 2b, 2c, and 2d) of the electronic device (101). For example, the structures may be exemplified through the description of FIGS. 3a and 3b.

[0099] FIGS. 3A and 3B are exploded perspective views of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0100] Referring to FIGS. 3A and 3B, the electronic device (100) may include a first housing (210), a second housing (220), a display (230), and a driving unit (360).

[0101] For example, the first housing (210) may include a first cover (311), a first plate (212), and a frame (313).

[0102] For example, the first cover (311) may at least partially form a side portion of the outer surface of the electronic device (100). For example, the first cover (311) may at least partially form a rear portion of the outer surface. For example, the first cover (311) may include an opening (311a) for one or more rear cameras (250-2). For example, the first cover (311) may include a surface that supports the first plate (212). For example, the first cover (311) may be coupled with the first plate (212). For example, the first cover (311) may provide a space in which the frame (313) is mounted. For example, the first cover (311) may be coupled with the frame (313).

[0103] For example, the first plate (212) may at least partially form a rear portion of the outer surface. For example, the first plate (212) may include an opening (212a) for one or more rear cameras (250-2). For example, the first plate (212) may be disposed on the surface of the first cover (311). For example, the opening (212a) may be aligned with the opening (311a).

[0104] For example, the frame (313) may be at least partially surrounded by the first cover (311).

[0105] For example, the frame (313) can be at least partially wrapped by the display (230). For example, although the frame (313) is at least partially wrapped by the display (230), the position of the frame (313) can be maintained independently of the movement of the display (230). For example, the frame (313) can be arranged with respect to at least some of the components of the display (230). For example, the frame (313) can include rails (313a) that provide (or guide) a path for movement of at least one component of the display (230).

[0106] For example, the frame (313) may be coupled with at least one component of the electronic device (100). For example, the frame (313) may support a rechargeable battery (319). For example, the battery (319) may be supported through a recess or hole in a surface (313b) of the frame (313). For example, the frame (313) may secure one end of a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) (325) on the surface of the frame (313). One end of the FPCB (325) may be electrically connected to the motor (361). For example, although not explicitly shown in FIGS. 3A and 3B , the other end of the FPCB (325) may be connected to the PCB (324) through at least one connector. For example, the PCB (324) may be electrically connected to another PCB (not shown in FIGS. 3a and 3b) that supplies power to the motor (361) via the FPCB (325).

[0107] For example, the frame (313) can be combined with at least one structure of the electronic device (100) for a plurality of states including the first state and the second state. For example, the frame (313) can fasten the motor (361) of the driving unit (360).

[0108] For example, the second housing (220) may be movably engaged with the first housing (210). The second housing (220) may include a second cover (321) and a second plate (322).

[0109] For example, the second cover (321) may be at least partially wrapped by the display (230). For example, the second cover (321) may be coupled to at least a portion of the first region (230a) of the display (230) that wraps the second cover (321), unlike the frame (313), such that the display (230) moves along with the second housing (220) as it moves relative to the first housing (210).

[0110] For example, the second cover (321) may be coupled with at least one component of the electronic device (100). For example, the second cover (321) may be coupled with a printed circuit board (PCB) (324) including components of the electronic device (100). For example, the PCB (324) may include a processor (120) (not shown in FIGS. 3A and 3B). For example, the second cover (321) may include one or more rear cameras (250-2).

[0111] For example, the second cover (321) can be combined with at least one structure of the electronic device (100) for a plurality of states including the first state and the second state. For example, the second cover (321) can fix the rack gear (363) of the driving unit (360).

[0112] For example, the motor (361) of the driving unit (360) can be fixed to the second cover (321), and the rack gear (363) of the driving unit (360) can be fixed to the frame (313).

[0113] For example, the second cover (321) can be combined with the second plate (322).

[0114] For example, the second plate (322) may be coupled with the second cover (321) to protect at least one component of the electronic device (100) coupled within the second cover (321) and / or at least one structure of the electronic device (100) coupled within the second cover (321). For example, the second plate (322) may include a structure for the at least one component. For example, the second plate (322) may include one or more openings (327, 328) for one or more rear cameras (250-2). For example, the one or more openings (327, 328) may be aligned with one or more rear cameras (250-2) disposed on the second cover (321). For example, the size of each of the one or more openings (327, 328) may correspond to the size of each of the one or more rear cameras (250-2).

[0115] For example, the display (230) may include a support member (331). For example, the support member (331) may include a plurality of bars. For example, the plurality of bars may be coupled to each other. The support member (331) may support a second region (230b) of the display (230).

[0116] For example, the driving unit (360) may include a motor (361), a pinion gear (362), and a rack gear (363).

[0117] For example, the motor (361) may operate based on power from the battery (319). For example, the power may be provided to the motor (361) in response to the user input defined above.

[0118] For example, the pinion gear (362) can be coupled to the motor (361) via a shaft. For example, the pinion gear (362) can be rotated based on the motion of the motor (361) transmitted via the shaft.

[0119] For example, the rack gear (363) can be arranged in relation to the pinion gear (362). For example, teeth of the rack gear (363) can mesh with teeth of the pinion gear (362). For example, the rack gear (363) can be moved in the first direction (261) or the second direction (262) according to the rotation of the pinion gear (362). For example, the second housing (220) can be moved in the first direction (261) and the second direction (262) by the rack gear (363) that is moved according to the rotation of the pinion gear (362) due to the operation of the motor (361). For example, the first state of the electronic device (100) can be changed to a state different from the first state (e.g., one or more intermediate states or the second state) through the movement of the second housing (220) in the first direction (261). For example, the second state of the electronic device (100) can be changed to a state different from the second state (e.g., one or more intermediate states or the first state) through the movement of the second housing (220) in the second direction (262). For example, the first state being changed to the second state by the driving unit (360) and the second state being changed to the first state by the driving unit (360) can be exemplified through FIGS. 4A and 4B.

[0120] FIG. 4A is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device in a first state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 4B is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0121] Referring to FIGS. 4A and 4B, the motor (361) can be operated based at least in part on the defined user input received within the first state (490). For example, the pinion gear (362) can be rotated in the first rotational direction (411) based at least in part on the operation of the motor (361). For example, the rack gear (363) can be moved in the first direction (261) based at least in part on the rotation of the pinion gear (362) in the first rotational direction (411). For example, since the second cover (321) within the second housing (220) secures the rack gear (363), the second housing (220) can be moved in the first direction (261) based at least in part on the movement of the rack gear (363) in the first direction (261). For example, since the second cover (321) within the second housing (220) is coupled to at least a portion of the first region (230a) of the display (230) and fixes the rack gear (363), the display (230) can be moved in the first direction (261) at least in part based on the movement of the rack gear (363) in the first direction (261). For example, the display (230) can be moved along the rails (313a) of FIG. 3B. For example, as the support member (331) is moved in the first direction (261) along the rails (313a), the display (230) supported by the support member (331) can be moved in the first direction (261). For example, the shape of at least some of the plurality of bars of the support member (331) of the display (230) may be changed when the first state (490) is changed to the second state (495).

[0122] For example, the second area (230b) of the display (230) may be moved according to the movement of the display (230). For example, the second area (230b) may be moved through the space between the first cover (311) and the frame (313) when the first state (490) is changed to the second state (495) according to the user input defined above. For example, the second area (230b) in the second state (495) may be visually exposed, unlike the second area (230b) rolled into the space in the first state (490).

[0123] For example, since the second cover (321) within the second housing (220) is coupled with the PCB (324) connected to the other end of the FPCB (325) and fixes the rack gear (363), the shape of the FPCB (325) can be changed when the first state (490) is changed to the second state (495).

[0124] The motor (361) can be operated based at least in part on the defined user input received within the second state (495). For example, the pinion gear (362) can be rotated in the second rotational direction (412) based at least in part on the operation of the motor (361). For example, the rack gear (363) can be moved in the second direction (262) based at least in part on the rotation of the pinion gear (362) in the second rotational direction (412). For example, since the second cover (321) within the second housing (220) secures the rack gear (363), the second housing (220) can be moved in the second direction (262) based at least in part on the movement of the rack gear (363) in the second direction (262). For example, since the second cover (321) within the second housing (220) is coupled to at least a portion of the first region (230a) of the display (230) and fixes the rack gear (363), the display (230) can be moved at least in part based on the movement of the rack gear (363) in the second direction (262). As the support member (331) is moved along the rails (313a) in the second direction (262), the display (230) supported by the support member (331) can be moved in the second direction (262). For example, the display (230) can be moved along the rails (e.g., the rails (313a) of FIG. 3B). For example, the shape of at least a portion of the plurality of bars of the support member (331) of the display (230) may be changed when the second state (495) is changed to the first state (490). The support member (331) may be moved with respect to the first housing (210). The support member (331) housed inside the first housing (210) in the first state (490) may be positioned between the first cover (311) and the frame (313). As the support member (331) moves, the display (230) may be moved with respect to the first housing (210).

[0125] For example, the second area (230b) of the display (230) may be moved according to the movement of the display (230). For example, the second area (230b) may be moved through the space between the first cover (311) and the frame (313) when the second state (495) is changed to the first state (490) according to the user input defined above. For example, the second area (230b) in the first state (490) may be rolled into the space, unlike the second area (230b) that is visually exposed in the second state (495).

[0126] For example, since the second cover (321) within the second housing (220) is coupled with the PCB (324) connected to the other end of the FPCB (325) and fixes the rack gear (363), the shape of the FPCB (325) can be changed when the second state (495) is changed to the first state (490).

[0127] FIGS. 2A to 2D, 3A, 3B, 4A, and 4B illustrate an electronic device (100) in which the height of the display area is changed and the width of the display area is maintained when the first state (or the second state) is changed to the second state (or the first state) in the portrait mode, but this is for convenience of explanation. For example, the electronic device (100) may be implemented such that the height of the display area is maintained and the width of the display area is changed when the first state (or the second state) is changed to the second state (or the first state) in the portrait mode.

[0128] FIG. 5 is a drawing for explaining an antenna disposed in an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0129] The electronic device and components constituting the electronic device illustrated in FIG. 5 may correspond to the electronic device (101) and components constituting the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIGS. 1, 2a to 2d, 3a, 3b, 4a, and 4b, respectively.

[0130] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include housing portions that are slidably coupled. For example, the electronic device may include a second housing portion (500) that is coupled to be at least partially retractable and / or retractable relative to a first housing portion.

[0131] Referring to FIG. 5, the second housing portion (500) may include conductive members (501, 502, 503). For example, the second housing portion (500) may include a first conductive member (501). For example, the second housing portion (500) may include a second conductive member (502). For example, the second housing portion (500) may include a third conductive member (503). For example, at least some of the side members of the second housing portion (500) may include a conductive material.

[0132] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (500) may include at least one segment (511, 512, 513, 514). For example, the first segment (511) may be positioned on a side member disposed on one side of the second housing portion (500). For example, the fourth segment (514) may be positioned on a side member disposed on the other side of the second housing portion (500). For example, the second segment (512) and the third segment (513) may be positioned on a side member disposed on a lower side of the second housing portion (500).

[0133] In one embodiment, the conductive members (501, 502, 503) may be distinguished by segments (511, 512, 513, 514). For example, the first conductive member (501) may be distinguished by a first segment (511) and a second segment (512). For example, the second conductive member (502) may be distinguished by a second segment (512) and a third segment (513). For example, the third conductive member (503) may be distinguished by a third segment (513) and a fourth segment (514). For example, the first conductive member (501) and the second conductive member (502) may be distinguished by the second segment (512). For example, the second conductive member (502) and the third conductive member (503) may be separated by the third segment (513). According to one embodiment, the conductive members (501, 502) may be connected by at least one capacitive electrical element (515). For example, the first conductive member (501) and the second conductive member (502) may be connected by the capacitive electrical element (515). For example, one side of the first conductive member (501) may be connected to one side of the capacitive electrical element (515), and one side of the second conductive member (502) may be connected to the other side of the capacitive electrical element (515), thereby connecting the first conductive member (501) and the second conductive member (502).

[0134] In one embodiment, the second housing portion (500) may include at least one ground portion (541, 542). For example, the second housing portion (500) may include a first ground portion (541) connected to a second conductive member (502). For example, the first ground portion (541) may be disposed between a second segment (512) and a third segment (513). For example, the second housing portion (500) may include a second ground portion (542) connected to a third conductive member (503). For example, the second ground portion (542) may be disposed between a third segment (513) and a fourth segment (514). For example, the second ground portion (542) may be disposed near the third segment (513).

[0135] In one embodiment, the conductive member may be distinguished based on the ground portion. For example, the second conductive member may be distinguished into a first portion (502a) and a second portion (502b) by the first ground portion (541). For example, the first portion (502a) of the second conductive member may be disposed on one side of the first ground portion (541), and the second portion (502b) of the second conductive member may be disposed on the other side of the first ground portion (541).

[0136] According to one embodiment, the electronic device can wirelessly transmit and / or receive signals through the conductive members (501, 502, 503). That is, the conductive members (501, 502, 503) can operate as antennas. For example, the first portion (502a) of the first conductive member (501) and the second conductive member (502) can operate as a first antenna (591). For example, the second portion (502b) of the second conductive member (502) can operate as a second antenna (592). For example, the third conductive member (503) can operate as a third antenna (593).

[0137] In one embodiment, the second housing portion (500) may include at least one feed portion (531, 532, 533). For example, the second housing portion (500) may include a first feed portion (531) connected to a second conductive member (502). For example, the first feed portion (531) may be positioned between a second segment portion (512) and a third segment portion (513). For example, the first feed portion (513) may be positioned adjacent to the second segment portion (512). For example, the second housing portion (500) may include a second feed portion (532) connected to a second conductive member (502). For example, the second feed portion (532) may be positioned between the second segment portion (512) and the third segment portion (513). For example, the second feed part (532) may be arranged near the third segment part (513). For example, the second feed part (532) may be arranged in an opposite direction of the first feed part (531) with respect to the first ground part (541). For example, the second housing part (500) may include a third feed part (533) connected to the third conductive member (503). For example, the third feed part (533) may be arranged between the third segment part (513) and the fourth segment part (514). For example, the third feed part (533) may be arranged near the fourth segment part (514). For example, the third feed part (533) may be arranged closer to the fourth segment part (514) than to the second ground part (542). For example, the third power supply unit (533) may be placed in the opposite direction of the second power supply unit (532) with respect to the second ground unit (542).

[0138] According to one embodiment, the conductive members (501, 502, 503) of the second housing portion (500) can operate as antennas by being supplied with electricity by the power supply portions (531, 532, 533). For example, the electronic device can be supplied with electricity by the power supply portions (531, 532, 533) through a PCB mounted on the second housing portion (500). For example, the first portion (502a) of the first conductive member (501) and the second conductive member (502) can operate as a first antenna by being supplied with electricity from the first power supply portion (531). For example, the second portion (502b) of the second conductive member (502) can operate as a second antenna by being supplied with electricity from the second power supply portion (532). For example, the third conductive member (503) can operate as a third antenna by being powered from the third power supply unit (533).

[0139] According to one embodiment, the electronic device can transmit and receive a wireless signal using the first antenna (591). For example, the electronic device can transmit and receive a wireless signal using the first conductive member (501) between the first segment (511) and the third segment (513) and the first portion (502a) of the second conductive member (502). For example, the electronic device can transmit and receive a low-band (e.g., a frequency band of 1 GHz or less) wireless signal using the first conductive member (501) between the first segment (511) and the first ground portion (541) and the first portion (502a) of the second conductive member.

[0140] In one embodiment, the electronic device can transmit and receive wireless signals using the second antenna (592). For example, the electronic device can transmit and receive mid-range and / or high-range wireless signals using the second portion (502b) of the second conductive member (502) between the first ground portion (541) and the third segment (513). For example, the electronic device can transmit and receive wireless signals using the second portion (502b) of the second conductive member (502) and a portion of the third conductive member (503) between the first ground portion (541) and the second ground portion (542).

[0141] In one embodiment, the electronic device can transmit and receive wireless signals using the third antenna (593). For example, the electronic device can transmit and receive high-bandwidth wireless signals using the third conductive member (503) between the third segment (513) and the fourth segment (514). For example, the electronic device can transmit and receive wireless signals using the third conductive member (503) between the second ground member (542) and the fourth segment (514).

[0142] In one embodiment, the conductive member of the second housing portion (500) can be connected to at least one element. For example, the second housing portion (500) can have a second conductive member (502) between the second segment (512) and the third segment (513) connected to at least one element via a first switching module (521). For example, the first switching module (521) can be connected to a first portion (502a) of the second conductive member (502) between the first feed portion (531) and the first ground portion (541). For example, the first switching module (521) can connect the second conductive member (502) to at least one element (e.g., an inductance element, a capacitance element) that changes a resonant frequency of the first antenna (591). For example, the first switching module (521) can connect a device (e.g., an inductance device, a capacitance device) for matching the impedance of the first antenna (591) to a predetermined impedance value and the second conductive member (502). For example, the second housing portion (500) can have the first conductive member (501) between the first segment (511) and the second segment (512) connected to at least one device through the second switching module (522). For example, the second switching module (522) can be connected to the first conductive member (501) near the first segment (511). For example, the second switching module (522) can connect the conductive member to at least one device (e.g., an inductance device, a capacitance device) for changing the resonant frequency of the first antenna (591). For example, the second switching module (522) can connect a conductive member to an element (e.g., an inductance element, a capacitance element) for matching the impedance of the first antenna (591) to a predetermined impedance value.

[0143] According to one embodiment, the electronic device can change the frequency band in which a signal is transmitted and received by connecting the conductive member to at least one element. For example, the electronic device can shift the resonance frequency of the first antenna (591) to a low range or a high range by connecting the second conductive member (502) and the first element using the first switching module (521). For example, the electronic device can shift the resonance frequency of the first antenna (591) to a low range or a high range by connecting the first conductive member (501) and the second element using the second switching module (522). For example, the electronic device can shift the resonance frequency of the first antenna (591) to a low range by connecting an inductance element to the first conductive member (501). For example, the electronic device can shift the resonant frequency of the first antenna (591) to a higher frequency by connecting a capacitive element to the first conductive member (501).

[0144] FIG. 6 is a diagram for explaining the performance of an antenna as an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure changes between a first state and a second state.

[0145] The electronic device and components constituting the electronic device illustrated in FIG. 6 may correspond to the electronic device (101) and components constituting the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIGS. 1, 2a to 2d, 3a, 3b, 4a, and 4b, respectively. The conductive member illustrated in FIG. 6 may correspond to the conductive member described above with reference to FIG. 5.

[0146] Referring to FIG. 6, the electronic device (600a, 600b) can be in a first state and a second state. For example, the electronic device (600a, 600b) can be movably coupled to the first housing portion (610a, 610b) between a retracted position and an extended position of the second housing portion (620a, 620b). For example, the first state of the electronic device (600a) can be the state of the electronic device (101) described with reference to FIGS. 2a and 2b. For example, the first state of the electronic device (600a) can be a state in which the first housing portion (610a) is inserted into the interior of the second housing portion (620a). For example, the first state of the electronic device (600a) may be a state in which the second housing portion (620a) is moved to a retracted position relative to the first housing portion (610a). For example, the second state of the electronic device (600b) may be a state of the electronic device (101) described with reference to FIGS. 2C and 2D. For example, the second state of the electronic device (600b) may be a state in which the first housing portion (610b) is pulled out from the second housing portion (620b). For example, the second state of the electronic device (600b) may be a state in which the second housing portion (620b) is moved to an extended position relative to the first housing portion (610b).

[0147] In one embodiment, the flexible display (630a, 630b) can be inserted into the interior of the second housing portion (620a, 620b). For example, the flexible display (630a, 630b) can be rolled up inside the second housing portion (620a, 620b) by being coupled to a support member (e.g., support member (331) of FIG. 3). For example, a portion of the flexible display (630a, 630b) can be rolled up toward the rear side of the second housing portion (620a, 620b) inside the second housing portion (620a, 620b).

[0148] According to one embodiment, the flexible display (630a, 630b) can be coupled with the first housing portion (610a, 610b). For example, the other end of the flexible display (630a, 630b) can be coupled with the first housing portion (610a, 610b) by being pressed against the first housing portion (610a, 610b).

[0149] In one embodiment, the flexible display (630a, 630b) may be coupled with the second housing portion (620a, 620b). For example, a support member coupled with at least a portion of the rear surface of the flexible display (630a, 630b) may be coupled with a rail disposed on one or both sides of the second housing portion (620a, 620b). The rail coupled with the support member may be coupled with a guide coupled to the first housing portion (610a, 610b). For example, the guide may be fitted to the rail such that the rail moves linearly along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (620a, 620b).

[0150] In one embodiment, the flexible display (630a, 630b) can have a size of an area exposed to the outside changed by moving the second housing portion (620a, 620b) relative to the first housing portion (610a, 610b). For example, an actuator connected to the first housing portion (610a, 610b) can move a rail. In response to the rail moving relative to the guide, a support member coupled to the rail can be rolled or unrolled. For example, when the second housing portion (620b) is moved to an extended position, the support member coupled to the rail can be moved so that a portion of the flexible display (630b) that is rolled up within the second housing portion (620b) is unfolded. One end of the flexible display (630b) can be moved closer to the bottom of the second housing portion (620b) along the direction of the second housing portion (620b). For example, when the second housing portion (620a) is moved to a reduced position, the support member coupled to the rail can be moved so that a portion of the flexible display (630a) exposed to the outside is rolled up inside the second housing portion (620a). One end of the flexible display (630a) can be moved away from the bottom of the second housing portion (620a) along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (620a). For example, one end of the flexible display (630a, 630b) can be moved adjacent to the rear side of the second housing portion (620a, 620b). For example, one end of the flexible display (630a, 630b) can be moved closer to the rear side of the second housing portion (620a, 620b). The rear side of the second housing part (620a, 620b) can be moved parallel to the rear side of the second housing part (620a, 620b) while being spaced apart from the rear side by a predetermined distance.

[0151] According to one embodiment, when the second housing portion (620a, 620b) is moved relative to the first housing portion (610a, 610b), an electrical change in the electronic device (600a, 600b) may occur. For example, when the electronic device (600a) in the first state is changed to the electronic device (600b) in the second state, the length of the electronic device (600b) may increase. As the length of the electronic device (600b) increases, the ground surface area of ​​the antenna of the electronic device (600b) and / or the electrical length of the antenna may increase. For example, as the second housing portion (620a, 620b) moves relative to the first housing portion (610a, 610b), a change in capacitance may occur between the second housing portion (620a, 620b) disposed on the lower portion (640a, 640b) of the second housing portion (620a, 620b) and the flexible display (630a, 630b). For example, the resonant frequency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 in FIG. 5) that transmits and receives a signal through a conductive member may change due to an electrical change (e.g., a change in the length of the ground of the electronic device, a ground area of ​​the antenna, an electrical length of the antenna, a change in capacitance) according to a change in the state of the electronic device (600a, 600b).

[0152] FIG. 7 is a drawing for explaining and comparing the performance of an antenna when an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is in a first state and the performance of an antenna when the electronic device is in a second state.

[0153] FIG. 7 is a diagram comparing the resonance frequency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) when the electronic device of FIG. 6 is in the first state and the resonance frequency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) when the electronic device is in the second state.

[0154] In one embodiment, the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may be designed to transmit and receive signals at a frequency with the best efficiency. The frequency with the best efficiency may correspond to the resonant frequency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5).

[0155] Referring to FIG. 7, a first graph (710) represents the frequency-dependent efficiency of a first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) including a conductive member (e.g., the lower portion (640a) of FIG. 6) when the electronic device is in a first state (e.g., the first state of the electronic device described with reference to FIGS. 2A and 2B). Referring to the first graph (710), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of about 850 MHz. The first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may be designed to transmit and receive signals in a frequency band of about 850 MHz.

[0156] Referring to FIG. 7, a second graph (720) illustrates the frequency-dependent efficiency of a first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) including a conductive member (e.g., the lower portion (640b) of FIG. 6) when the electronic device is in a second state (e.g., the second state of the electronic device described with reference to FIGS. 2c and 2d). Referring to the second graph (720), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of about 750 MHz.

[0157] Comparing the second graph (720) and the first graph (710), it can be confirmed that when the electronic device (e.g., 600b of FIG. 6) is in the second state, the resonant frequency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) shifts from a frequency band of about 850 MHz to about 750 MHz compared to when the electronic device (e.g., 600a of FIG. 6) is in the first state.

[0158] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (e.g., 600a, 600b) changes from a first state to a second state, the length of the electronic device (e.g., 600b) and the electrical length of the electronic device (600b) may increase. As the electrical length of the electronic device (e.g., 600b) increases, the ground surface area of ​​the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may increase. As the ground surface area of ​​the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) increases, the resonant frequency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may be shifted to a low frequency. As the electronic device (e.g., 600a, 600b) changes from the first state to the second state, the capacitance between the second housing portion (e.g., 620a, 620b) and the flexible display (e.g., 630a, 630b) is reduced, but the resonant frequency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may be shifted to a low range due to an increase in the ground area of ​​the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5).

[0159] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (e.g., 600a, 600b) changes from a second state to a first state, the length and electrical length of the electronic device (e.g., 600a) can be reduced. As the length of the electronic device (e.g., 600a) is reduced, the ground surface area of ​​the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) can be reduced. As the ground surface area of ​​the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) is reduced, the resonant frequency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) can be shifted to a high frequency. As the electronic device (e.g., 600a, 600b) changes from the second state to the first state, the capacitance between the second housing portion (e.g., 620a, 620b) and the flexible display (630a, 630b) increases, but the resonant frequency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may be shifted to a high range due to a decrease in the ground area of ​​the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5).

[0160] Referring to FIG. 7, an electronic device in a second state (e.g., 600b of FIG. 6) may have difficulty transmitting and receiving signals using a frequency band of about 850 MHz using a first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) designed to transmit and receive signals using a frequency band of about 850 MHz. That is, the performance of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may be degraded.

[0161] FIG. 8A is a diagram for explaining the performance of a first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) to which an element is connected when an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is in a first state. FIG. 8 is a diagram for explaining the performance of a first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) to which an element is connected to a conductive member through a first switching module (521) and a second switching module (522) of FIG. 5 in an electronic device (e.g., 600a of FIG. 6) in a first state.

[0162] Referring to Fig. 8a, the first graph (810a) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) when only a 20 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module. Referring to the first graph (810a), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 730 MHz.

[0163] Referring to Fig. 8a, the second graph (820a) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) when only a 10 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module. Referring to the second graph (820a), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 780 MHz.

[0164] Referring to Fig. 8a, the third graph (830a) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) when only a 5 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module. Referring to the third graph (830a), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 820 MHz.

[0165] Referring to Fig. 8a, the fourth graph (840a) shows the efficiency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) by frequency when a 20 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module and an element for impedance matching is coupled to the conductive member through the second switching module. Referring to the fourth graph (840a), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of about 860 MHz.

[0166] Referring to FIG. 8a, the fifth graph (850a) shows the efficiency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) by frequency when a 10 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module and an element for impedance matching is coupled to the conductive member through the second switching module. Referring to the fifth graph (850a), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of about 900 MHz.

[0167] Referring to Fig. 8a, the sixth graph (860a) shows the efficiency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) by frequency when a 5 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module and an element for impedance matching is coupled to the conductive member through the second switching module. Referring to the sixth graph (860a), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of about 960 MHz.

[0168] Referring to the first graph (810a) to the sixth graph (860a), an electronic device in a first state (e.g., 600a of FIG. 6) can transmit and receive signals using a frequency bandwidth (801a) of about 730 MHz to about 960 MHz by connecting at least one element to a conductive member using a first switching module and a second switching module.

[0169] FIG. 8b is a drawing for explaining the performance of a first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) to which an element is connected when the electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is in a second state.

[0170] FIG. 8b is a diagram for explaining the performance of a first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) in which an electronic device (e.g., 600b of FIG. 6) in a second state is connected to a conductive member through a first switching module (521) and a second switching module (522) of FIG. 5.

[0171] Referring to FIG. 8b, the first graph (810a) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) when only a 20 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module. Referring to the first graph (810b), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 630 MHz.

[0172] Referring to Fig. 8b, the second graph (820b) shows the efficiency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) by frequency when only a 10 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module. Referring to the second graph (820b), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of about 660 MHz.

[0173] Referring to Fig. 8b, the third graph (830b) shows the efficiency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) by frequency when only a 5 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module. Referring to the third graph (830b), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 690 MHz.

[0174] Referring to Fig. 8b, the fourth graph (840b) shows the efficiency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) by frequency when a 20 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module and an element for impedance matching is coupled to the conductive member through the second switching module. Referring to the fourth graph (840b), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of Fig. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of about 720 MHz.

[0175] Referring to FIG. 8b, the fifth graph (850b) shows the efficiency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) by frequency when a 10 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module and an element for impedance matching is coupled to the conductive member through the second switching module. Referring to the fifth graph (850b), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of about 720 MHz.

[0176] Referring to FIG. 8b, the sixth graph (860b) shows the efficiency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) by frequency when a 5 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module and an element for impedance matching is coupled to the conductive member through the second switching module. Referring to the sixth graph (860b), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of about 750 MHz.

[0177] Referring to FIG. 8b, the seventh graph (870b) shows the efficiency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) by frequency when only a 1 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module. Referring to the seventh graph (870b), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 750 MHz.

[0178] Referring to FIG. 8b, the eighth graph (880b) shows the efficiency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) by frequency when a 1 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module and an element for impedance matching is coupled to the conductive member through the second switching module. Referring to the eighth graph (880b), the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of about 770 MHz. However, in this case, the efficiency is about -12 dB, making it difficult for the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) to transmit and receive signals.

[0179] Referring to the first graph (810b) to the eighth graph (880b), the electronic device in the second state (e.g., 600a of FIG. 6) can transmit and receive signals using a frequency bandwidth (801b) of about 630 MHz to about 750 MHz by connecting at least one element to a conductive member using the first switching module and the second switching module.

[0180] Referring to FIGS. 8A and 8B, an electronic device (e.g., 600a, 600b of FIG. 6) may cause an electrical change in the electronic device (e.g., 600a, 600b of FIG. 6) due to a change in the state of the electronic device (e.g., 600a, 600b of FIG. 6). For example, an electronic device in a second state (e.g., 600b of FIG. 6) may have an electrical length that increases compared to an electronic device in a first state (e.g., 600a of FIG. 6). For example, the electronic device in the second state (e.g., 600b in FIG. 6) may have a smaller generated capacitance between the flexible display (e.g., 630a, 630b in FIG. 6) and the first antenna (e.g., 591 in FIG. 5) located at the bottom of the second housing portion (e.g., 500 in FIG. 5) than the electronic device in the first state (e.g., 600a in FIG. 6).

[0181] Referring to FIGS. 8A and 8B, the electronic device may be configured such that the electrical length of the electronic device, for example, 600b of FIG. 6, may increase and the capacitance between the second housing portion and the flexible display may decrease as the flexible display is pulled out from the second housing portion. In the electronic device in the second state, the capacitance between the second housing portion and the flexible display may decrease compared to the electronic device in the first state, but the resonant frequency of the first antenna (for example, 591 of FIG. 5) of the electronic device in the second state (for example, 600b of FIG. 6) may be shifted to a lower frequency due to the increase in the electrical length of the electronic device.

[0182] Referring to FIGS. 8A and 8B, the resonant frequency of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may be changed depending on the state (e.g., first state and second state) of the electronic device (e.g., 600a, 600b of FIG. 6). The bandwidth of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5) may be changed depending on the state (e.g., first state and second state) of the electronic device. For example, a first antenna (e.g., 591 in FIG. 5) of an electronic device (e.g., 600a in FIG. 6) in a first state can transmit and receive signals through a frequency bandwidth (801) of about 730 MHz to about 960 MHz, but a first antenna (e.g., 591 in FIG. 5) of an electronic device (e.g., 600b in FIG. 6) in a second state can transmit and receive signals through a frequency bandwidth (901) of about 630 MHz to about 750 MHz. That is, by extending the flexible display from the second housing portion, an electronic device (e.g., 600b in FIG. 6) with an increased electrical length can have a reduced frequency bandwidth for transmitting and receiving signals.

[0183] Referring to FIGS. 8A and 8B , an electronic device (e.g., 600a and 600b of FIG. 6 ) may not be able to transmit and receive radio waves at a constant frequency because the resonant frequency and bandwidth of the first antenna (e.g., 591 of FIG. 5 ) change depending on the state of the electronic device (e.g., the first state and the second state). For example, an electronic device (e.g., 600b of FIG. 6 ) in the second state may have difficulty transmitting and receiving signals using a frequency band of 800 MHz to 960 MHz even when at least one element is connected to a conductive member using a first switching module and a second switching module. Therefore, an electronic device in the second state may have difficulty using a wireless communication service using a frequency band of 800 MHz to 960 MHz. Therefore, there is a need to stably transmit and receive signals in a constant frequency band regardless of the state of the electronic device (e.g., the first state and the second state). For example, referring to FIG. 11, a conductive connecting member (e.g., 1130 of FIG. 11) described below connects a second housing part (e.g., 1120 of FIG. 11) and a flexible display (e.g., 1110 of FIG. 11), so that a signal can be stably transmitted and received in a constant frequency band regardless of the state of the electronic device (e.g., first state and second state).

[0184] FIG. 9 is a diagram for explaining and comparing the performance of an antenna when an electronic device is in a first state according to an embodiment of the present disclosure and the performance of an antenna when the electronic device is in a second state. FIG. 9 is a diagram for comparing the frequency bands in which an antenna connected to a conductive member through the first switching module (521) and the second switching module (522) of FIG. 5 can transmit and receive signals, depending on the state of the electronic device (e.g., the first state, the second state).

[0185] In one embodiment, the electronic device may transmit and receive signals using the antenna for a frequency band in which the antenna efficiency is -7 dB or higher. For example, the electronic device may control the antenna so as not to transmit and receive signals for a frequency band in which the antenna efficiency is -7 dB or lower, for reasons such as power consumption.

[0186] Referring to FIG. 9, a first graph (910) represents the performance of an antenna in which an electronic device in a first state (e.g., 600a in FIG. 6) is connected to a conductive member through the first switching module (521) and the second switching module (522) in FIG. 5. Referring to the first graph (910), an electronic device in a first state can transmit and receive signals in a frequency band of 630 MHz to 960 MHz by connecting an element to a conductive member through the first switching module (521) and the second switching module (522).

[0187] Referring to FIG. 9, the second graph (920) represents the performance of an antenna in which an electronic device in a second state (e.g., 600b of FIG. 6) is connected to a conductive member through the first switching module (521) and the second switching module (522) of FIG. 5. Referring to the second graph (920), the electronic device in the second state can transmit and receive signals in a frequency band of 690 MHz to 750 MHz by connecting the element to the conductive member through the first switching module (521) and the second switching module (522).

[0188] The electronic device may have an electrical length of the electronic device, for example, 600b of FIG. 6, increased and a capacitance between the second housing portion and the flexible display reduced as the flexible display is pulled out from the second housing portion. In the electronic device in the second state, even though the capacitance between the second housing portion and the flexible display is reduced compared to the electronic device in the first state, the resonance frequency of the first antenna (for example, 591 of FIG. 5) of the electronic device in the second state (for example, 600b of FIG. 6) may be shifted to a lower frequency due to the increased electrical length of the electronic device. Even when the electronic device in the second state (for example, 600b of FIG. 6) connects at least one element to a conductive member using the first switching module and the second switching module, it may be difficult to transmit and receive a signal using a frequency band of 750 MHz to 960 MHz. Therefore, it may be difficult for an electronic device in the second state to use a wireless communication service using a frequency band of 750 MHz to 960 MHz. Therefore, regardless of the state of the electronic device (e.g., the first state and the second state), there is a need to stably transmit and receive a signal in a constant frequency band. For example, referring to FIG. 11, a conductive connecting member (e.g., 1130 of FIG. 11) described below connects a second housing part (e.g., 1120 of FIG. 11) and a flexible display (e.g., 1110 of FIG. 11), thereby stably transmitting and receiving a signal in a constant frequency band regardless of the state of the electronic device (e.g., the first state and the second state).

[0189] FIG. 10 is a drawing for explaining a cross-section of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0190] The electronic device (1000) and components constituting the electronic device (1000) illustrated in FIG. 10 may correspond to the electronic device (101) and components constituting the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIG. 1, FIG. 2a to FIG. 2d, FIG. 3a, FIG. 3b, FIG. 4a, and FIG. 4b, respectively.

[0191] Referring to FIG. 10, the second housing portion (1020) may have a flexible display (1010) inserted therein. For example, even when the electronic device (1000) is in a second state, with the first housing portion pulled out from the second housing portion (1020), a portion of the flexible display (1010) may be inserted into the second housing portion (1020).

[0192] In one embodiment, the flexible display (1010) may be partially rolled. For example, a portion (1011) of the flexible display (1010) may be rolled toward the rear side (1022) of the second housing portion (1020) within the lower portion (1001) of the second housing portion (1020). For example, a portion of the rear side of the flexible display (1010) may be coupled to a support member. For example, the support member coupled to at least a portion of the rear side of the flexible display may be coupled to a rail disposed on one or both sides of the second housing portion (1020). For example, a portion of the flexible display (1010) coupled to the support member may be rolled toward the rear side (1022) of the second housing portion (1020) along the rail.

[0193] According to one embodiment, one end (1012) of the flexible display (1010) can be moved along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (1020). For example, when the electronic device is in the first state, one end (1012) of the flexible display (1010) can be moved away from the bottom (1021) of the second housing portion (1020) along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (1020). For example, when the electronic device is in the second state, one end (1012) of the flexible display (1010) can be moved closer to the bottom (1021) of the second housing portion (1020) along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (1020). For example, one end (1012) of the flexible display (1010) can be moved adjacent to the rear side (1022) of the second housing portion (1020). For example, one end of the flexible display (1010) can be moved parallel to the rear side (1022) of the second housing part (1020) while being spaced apart from the rear side (1022) of the second housing part (1020) by a predetermined distance.

[0194] In one embodiment, a portion of the flexible display (1010) may be coupled with the second housing portion (1020). For example, a rolled portion (1011) of the flexible display (1010) may be coupled with the lower end (1021) of the second housing portion (1020) at the first region (1090a), thereby generating capacitance. For example, a rear side (1022) of the second housing portion (1020) may be coupled with the flexible display (1010). For example, the rear side (1022) of the second housing portion (1020) may be coupled with a portion of the flexible display (1010) located within a predetermined distance from the rear side (1022) of the second housing portion (1020) at the second region (1090b), thereby generating capacitance. For example, the rear side (1022) of the second housing portion (1020) may be coupled with one end (1012) of the flexible display (1010), thereby generating capacitance.

[0195] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (1000) changes from a first state to a second state, the capacitance between the flexible display (1010) and the second housing portion (1020) may change. For example, a portion of the flexible display (1010) positioned within a predetermined distance from the rear side (1022) of the second housing portion (1020) in the second region (1090b) may be reduced, thereby reducing the capacitance between the flexible display (1010) and the second housing portion (1020).

[0196] According to one embodiment, the resonant frequency of the antenna may change as the state of the electronic device (1000) changes. For example, as the state of the electronic device (1000) changes (e.g., first state, second state), the length and electrical length of the electronic device (1000) may change. As the electrical length of the electronic device (1000) changes, the resonant frequency of the antenna may change.

[0197] For example, as the electronic device (1000) changes from a first state to a second state, the resonant frequency of the antenna may shift to a low range. For example, as the electrical length of the electronic device (1000) increases, the resonant frequency of the antenna may shift to a low range. For example, as the electronic device (1000) changes from a first state to a second state, the increased electrical length of the electronic device (1000) may provide a longer ground to the antenna disposed at the bottom of the electronic device (1000). Since the antenna disposed at the bottom of the electronic device (1000) transmits and receives signals using a low range frequency, the resonant frequency of the antenna may shift to a low range due to the increased electrical length of the electronic device (1000).

[0198] For example, as the electronic device (1000) changes from the second state to the first state, the resonant frequency of the antenna may shift to a high range. For example, as the electrical length of the electronic device (1000) is reduced, the resonant frequency of the antenna may shift to a high range. For example, as the electronic device (1000) changes from the second state to the first state, the reduced electrical length of the electronic device (1000) may provide a shortened ground to the antenna disposed at the bottom of the electronic device (1000). Since the antenna disposed at the bottom of the electronic device (1000) transmits and receives signals using a low-range frequency, the shortened electrical length of the electronic device (1000) may shift the resonant frequency of the antenna to a high range.

[0199] As discussed above with reference to FIGS. 7, 8a, 8b and 9, the resonant frequency of the antenna changes depending on changes in the state of the electronic device, so the electronic device may have difficulty providing consistent antenna performance.

[0200] FIG. 11 is a drawing for explaining a conductive connecting member of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0201] The electronic device and components constituting the electronic device illustrated in FIG. 11 may correspond to the electronic device (101) and components constituting the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIGS. 1, 2a to 2d, 3a, 3b, 4a, and 4b, respectively.

[0202] Referring to FIG. 11, the second housing portion (1120) may have a flexible display (1110) inserted therein. For example, even when the electronic device (1100) is in a second state, with the first housing portion pulled out from the second housing portion (1120), a portion of the flexible display (1110) may be inserted into the second housing portion (1120).

[0203] In one embodiment, the flexible display (1110) may be partially rolled. For example, a portion (1111) of the flexible display (1110) may be rolled toward the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120) within the lower portion (1101) of the second housing portion (1120). For example, a portion of the flexible display (1110) coupled to the support member may be rolled toward the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120) along a rail.

[0204] According to one embodiment, one end (1102) of the flexible display (1110) can be moved along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (1120). For example, when the electronic device is in the first state, one end (1102) of the flexible display (1110) can be moved away from the bottom (1121) of the second housing portion (1120) along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (1120). For example, when the electronic device is in the second state, one end (1102) of the flexible display (1110) can be moved closer to the bottom (1121) of the second housing portion (1120) along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (1120). For example, one end (1102) of the flexible display (1110) can be moved adjacent to the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120). For example, one end (1102) of the flexible display (1110) can be moved parallel to the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120) while maintaining a predetermined distance from the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120).

[0205] According to one embodiment, one end (1102) of the flexible display (1110) may include a conductive connection member (1130). For example, the conductive connection member (1130) may be grounded with the flexible display (1110). That is, the conductive connection member (1130) may have no voltage difference with the flexible display (1110) or only a very slight voltage difference. For example, the conductive connection member (1130) may be welded to one end of the flexible display (1110). For example, the conductive connection member (1130) may be formed of a conductive material. For example, the conductive connection member (1130) may be plated with a conductive material.

[0206] In one embodiment, the conductive connection member (1130) may extend toward the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120). For example, the conductive connection member (1130) may extend toward the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120) so as to contact a portion of the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120). For example, the conductive connection member (1130) may include a clip extending toward the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120). For example, the conductive connection member (1130) may be a c-clip. That is, the conductive connection member (1130) may be formed in a 'C' shape so that a portion of the center thereof contacts the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120). For example, the conductive connecting member (1130) may have a central portion that is bent toward the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120) and a central portion that is bent toward the flexible display. For example, the conductive connecting member (1130) may have a central portion that protrudes toward the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120).

[0207] In one embodiment, the conductive connection member (1130) may be brought into contact with the second housing portion (1120) of the electronic device. For example, the conductive connection member (1130) extending toward the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120) may be brought into contact with the second housing portion (1120). A portion of the center of the conductive connection member (1130) protruding toward the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120) may be brought into contact with the second housing portion (1120). For example, the conductive connection member (1130) may be brought into contact with the second housing portion (1120) when the electronic device is in the first state and / or when the electronic device is in the second state. For example, the conductive connection member (1130) may be brought into contact with a contact portion disposed on the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120). For example, the contact portion may be formed of a conductive material. For example, the contacts may be plated with a conductive material.

[0208] According to one embodiment, the flexible display (1110) can be grounded to the second housing portion (1120) by having at least a portion of the conductive connecting member (1130) contact the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120). When the electronic device is in the second state, the resonant frequency of the antenna can be high shifted by grounding the flexible display (1110) to the second housing portion (1120) as described below with reference to FIGS. 19 and 20.

[0209] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the conductive connection member (1130) may be electrically connected to the second housing portion (1120) only when the electronic device is in the second state. For example, at least a portion of the conductive connection member (1130) may be brought into contact with a grounded contact portion of the second housing portion (1120) only when the electronic device is in the second state. For example, the contact portion may be positioned in an area corresponding to a position of the conductive connection member (1130) when the electronic device is in the second state.

[0210] According to the disclosed embodiment, the conductive connection member (1130) formed in a 'C' shape can be stably grounded to the second housing portion (1120) even when there is a tolerance that occurs during the production process of the electronic device (1100). The conductive connection member (1130) whose other end is bent toward the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120) and whose central portion is bent toward the flexible display can be stably grounded to the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120) by having a central portion that protrudes toward the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120). The conductive connection member (1130) of the disclosed embodiment has elasticity and can be stably grounded to the rear side (1122) of the second housing portion (1120).

[0211] FIG. 12 is a drawing for explaining and comparing the performance of an antenna according to the presence or absence of a conductive connecting member in an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0212] FIG. 12 is a drawing for comparing and explaining the performance of the antenna of the electronic device (1000) described above with reference to FIG. 10 and the performance of the antenna of the electronic device (1100) described above with reference to FIG. 11.

[0213] Referring to FIG. 12, a first graph (1210) represents the performance of the antenna of the electronic device (1000) described above with reference to FIG. 10. Referring to the first graph (1210), the first resonant frequency (1211) of the antenna of the electronic device (1000) without a conductive connecting member may be approximately 780 MHz. The efficiency of the antenna at the first resonant frequency (1211) may be approximately -8.5 dB.

[0214] Referring to FIG. 12, a second graph (1220) illustrates the performance of the antenna of the electronic device (1100) described above with reference to FIG. 11. Referring to the second graph (1220), the second resonant frequency (1221) of the antenna of the electronic device (1000) without a conductive connecting member may be approximately 820 MHz. The efficiency of the antenna at the second resonant frequency (1221) may be approximately -7 dB.

[0215] Comparing the first graph (1210) and the second graph (1220), it is confirmed that the resonance frequency of the antenna of the electronic device (1100) described above with reference to FIG. 11 is high-shifted from about 780 MHz to about 820 MHz compared to the antenna of the electronic device (1000) described above with reference to FIG. 10. In addition, it is confirmed that the efficiency of the antenna of the electronic device (1100) described above with reference to FIG. 11 is improved from about -8.5 db to about -7 db compared to the antenna of the electronic device (1000) described above with reference to FIG. 10. Accordingly, it is confirmed that the resonance frequency is high-shifted and the antenna performance is improved by electrically connecting the flexible display (1110) to the second housing portion (e.g., 1120 of FIG. 11) by the conductive connecting member (e.g., 1130 of FIG. 11).

[0216] FIG. 13 is a drawing for explaining a conductive connecting member of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0217] The electronic device and components constituting the electronic device illustrated in FIG. 13 may correspond to the electronic device (101) and components constituting the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIGS. 1, 2a to 2d, 3a, 3b, 4a, and 4b, respectively.

[0218] Referring to FIG. 13, the second housing portion (1320) may have a flexible display (1310) inserted therein. For example, even when the electronic device (1300) is in a second state, with the first housing portion pulled out from the second housing portion (1320), a portion of the flexible display (1310) may be inserted into the second housing portion (1320).

[0219] In one embodiment, the flexible display (1310) may be partially rolled. For example, a portion (1311) of the flexible display (1310) may be rolled toward the rear side (1322) of the second housing portion (1320) within the lower portion (1301) of the second housing portion (1320). For example, a portion of the flexible display (1310) coupled to the support member may be rolled toward the rear side (1322) of the second housing portion (1320) along a rail.

[0220] According to one embodiment, one end (1302) of the flexible display (1310) can be moved along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (1320). For example, when the electronic device is in the first state, one end (1302) of the flexible display (1310) can be moved away from the bottom (1321) of the second housing portion (1320) along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (1320). For example, when the electronic device is in the second state, one end (1302) of the flexible display (1310) can be moved closer to the bottom (1321) of the second housing portion (1320) along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (1320). For example, one end (1302) of the flexible display (1310) can be moved adjacent to the rear side (1322) of the second housing portion (1320). For example, one end of the flexible display (1310) can be moved parallel to the rear side (1322) of the second housing part (1320) while maintaining a predetermined distance from the rear side (1322) of the second housing part (1320).

[0221] In one embodiment, one end (1302) of the flexible display (1310) may include a conductive connection member (1330). For example, the conductive connection member (1330) may be grounded with the flexible display (1310). That is, the conductive connection member (1330) may have no voltage difference with the flexible display (1310) or only a very slight voltage difference. For example, the conductive connection member (1330) may be welded to one end of the flexible display (1310). For example, the conductive connection member (1330) may be formed of a conductive material. For example, the conductive connection member (1330) may be plated with a conductive material.

[0222] In one embodiment, the conductive connection member (1330) can extend toward the rear side (1322) of the second housing portion (1320). For example, the conductive connection member (1330) can include a post extending toward the rear side (1322) of the second housing portion (1320) for surface contact with the rear side (1322) of the second housing portion (1320). For example, the conductive connection member (1330) can include a horn extending toward the rear side (1322) of the second housing portion (1320) for point contact with the rear side (1322) of the second housing portion (1320). For example, the conductive connecting member (1330) may include a prong extending toward the rear side (1322) of the second housing portion (1320) for multiple point contacts with the rear side (1322) of the second housing portion (1320).

[0223] In one embodiment, the conductive connection member (1330) may be configured to allow the electronic device to contact the second housing portion (1320). For example, the conductive connection member (1330) extending toward the rear side (1322) of the second housing portion (1320) may be configured to contact the second housing portion (1320). For example, the conductive connection member (1330) may be configured to contact the second housing portion (1320) when the electronic device is in the first state and / or when the electronic device is in the second state. For example, the conductive connection member (1330) may be configured to contact a contact portion disposed on the rear side (1322) of the second housing portion (1320). For example, the contact portion may be formed of a conductive material. For example, the contact portion may be plated with a conductive material.

[0224] According to one embodiment, the flexible display (1310) can be grounded to the second housing portion (1320) by having at least a portion of the conductive connecting member (1330) contact the rear side (1322) of the second housing portion (1320). When the electronic device is in the second state, the resonant frequency of the antenna can be high shifted by grounding the flexible display (1310) to the second housing portion (1320) as described below with reference to FIGS. 19 and 20.

[0225] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the conductive connection member (1330) may be electrically connected to the second housing portion (1320) only when the electronic device is in the second state. For example, at least a portion of the conductive connection member (1330) may be brought into contact with a grounded contact portion of the second housing portion (1320) only when the electronic device is in the second state. For example, the contact portion may be positioned in an area corresponding to a position of the conductive connection member (1330) when the electronic device is in the second state.

[0226] According to the disclosed embodiment, the conductive connecting member (1330) can be stably grounded to the second housing portion (1320). The conductive connecting member (1330) can secure a wide grounding area.

[0227] FIG. 14 is a drawing for explaining a conductive connecting member of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0228] The electronic device and components constituting the electronic device illustrated in FIG. 14 may correspond to the electronic device (101) and components constituting the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIGS. 1, 2a to 2d, 3a, 3b, 4a, and 4b, respectively.

[0229] Referring to FIG. 14, the second housing portion (1420) may have a flexible display (1410) inserted therein. For example, even when the electronic device (1400) is in a second state, with the first housing portion pulled out from the second housing portion (1420), a portion of the flexible display (1410) may be inserted into the second housing portion (1420).

[0230] In one embodiment, the flexible display (1410) may be partially rolled. For example, a portion (1411) of the flexible display (1410) may be rolled toward the rear side (1422) of the second housing portion (1420) within the lower portion (1401) of the second housing portion (1420). For example, a portion of the flexible display (1410) coupled to the support member may be rolled toward the rear side (1422) of the second housing portion (1420) along a rail.

[0231] According to one embodiment, one end (1402) of the flexible display (1410) can be moved along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (1420). For example, when the electronic device is in the first state, one end (1402) of the flexible display (1410) can be moved away from the bottom (1421) of the second housing portion (1420) along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (1420). For example, when the electronic device is in the second state, one end (1402) of the flexible display (1410) can be moved closer to the bottom (1421) of the second housing portion (1420) along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (1420). For example, one end (1402) of the flexible display (1410) can be moved adjacent to the rear side (1422) of the second housing portion (1420). For example, one end of the flexible display (1410) can be moved parallel to the rear side (1422) of the second housing part (1420) while maintaining a predetermined distance from the rear side (1422) of the second housing part (1420).

[0232] In one embodiment, one end (1402) of the flexible display (1410) may include a conductive connection member (1430). For example, the conductive connection member (1430) may be grounded with the flexible display (1410). That is, the conductive connection member (1430) may have no voltage difference with the flexible display (1410) or only a very slight voltage difference. For example, the conductive connection member (1430) may be attached to one end (1402) of the flexible display (1410). For example, the conductive connection member (1430) may be formed of a conductive material. For example, the conductive connection member (1430) may be plated with a conductive material. For example, the conductive connection member (1430) may have at least a portion of its surface covered with a conductive material. For example, the conductive connection member (1430) may be an elastic body. For example, the conductive connecting member (1430) may be a porous material formed of a synthetic resin. For example, the conductive connecting member (1430) may be formed in a columnar shape. For example, the conductive connecting member (1430) may include an opening in the center.

[0233] In one embodiment, the conductive connection member (1430) may be configured to allow the electronic device to contact the second housing portion (1420). For example, the conductive connection member (1430) extending toward the rear side (1422) of the second housing portion (1420) may be configured to contact the second housing portion (1420). For example, a conductive material surrounding the conductive connection member (1430) may be configured to contact the second housing portion (1420). For example, the conductive connection member (1430) may be configured to contact the second housing portion (1420) when the electronic device is in the first state and / or when the electronic device is in the second state. For example, the conductive connection member (1430) may be configured to contact a contact portion disposed on the rear side (1422) of the second housing portion (1420). For example, the contact portion may be formed of a conductive material. For example, the contact portion may be plated with a conductive material.

[0234] In one embodiment, the flexible display (1410) can be grounded to the second housing portion (1420) by having at least a portion of the conductive connecting member (1430) contact the rear side (1422) of the second housing portion (1420). When the electronic device is in the second state, the resonant frequency of the antenna can be high shifted by grounding the flexible display (1410) to the second housing portion (1420) as described below with reference to FIGS. 19 and 20.

[0235] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the conductive connection member (1430) may be electrically connected to the second housing portion (1420) only when the electronic device is in the second state. For example, at least a portion of the conductive connection member (1430) may be brought into contact with a grounded contact portion of the second housing portion (1420) only when the electronic device is in the second state. For example, the contact portion may be positioned in an area corresponding to a position of the conductive connection member (1430) when the electronic device is in the second state.

[0236] According to the disclosed embodiment, the conductive connecting member (1430) can be stably grounded to the second housing portion (1420). The conductive connecting member (1430) can secure a wide grounding area. According to the disclosed embodiment, noise and scratches due to friction with the conductive connecting member can be prevented when the second housing portion (1420) moves.

[0237] FIG. 15 is a drawing for explaining a conductive connecting member of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0238] The electronic device and components constituting the electronic device illustrated in FIG. 15 may correspond to the electronic device (101) and components constituting the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIGS. 1, 2a to 2d, 3a, 3b, 4a, and 4b, respectively.

[0239] Referring to FIG. 15, the second housing portion (1520) may have a flexible display (1510) inserted therein. For example, even when the electronic device (1500) is in a second state, with the first housing portion pulled out from the second housing portion (1520), a portion of the flexible display (1510) may be inserted into the second housing portion (1520).

[0240] In one embodiment, the flexible display (1510) may be partially rolled. For example, a portion (1511) of the flexible display (1510) may be rolled toward the rear side (1522) of the second housing portion (1520) within the lower portion (1501) of the second housing portion (1520). For example, a portion of the flexible display (1510) coupled to the support member may be rolled toward the rear side (1522) of the second housing portion (1520) along a rail.

[0241] According to one embodiment, one end (1502) of the flexible display (1510) can be moved along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (1520). For example, when the electronic device is in the first state, one end (1502) of the flexible display (1510) can be moved away from the bottom (1521) of the second housing portion (1520) along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (1520). For example, when the electronic device is in the second state, one end (1502) of the flexible display (1510) can be moved closer to the bottom (1521) of the second housing portion (1520) along the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (1520). For example, one end (1502) of the flexible display (1510) can be moved adjacent to the rear side (1522) of the second housing portion (1520). For example, one end (1502) of the flexible display (1510) can be moved parallel to the rear side (1522) of the second housing portion (1520) while maintaining a predetermined distance from the rear side (1522) of the second housing portion (1520).

[0242] In one embodiment, one end (1502) of the flexible display (1510) may include a conductive connection member (1530). For example, the conductive connection member (1530) may be grounded to the flexible display (1510). That is, the conductive connection member (1530) may have no voltage difference with the flexible display (1510) or only a very slight voltage difference. For example, the conductive connection member (1530) may be welded to one end of the flexible display (1510). For example, the conductive connection member (1530) may extend toward the rear side (1522) of the second housing portion (1520) so as to be within a predetermined distance from the rear side (1522) of the second housing portion (1520). For example, the conductive connection member (1530) may include a plate arranged parallel to the rear side (1522) of the second housing portion (1520). For example, the conductive connection member (1530) may be formed of a conductive material. For example, the conductive connection member (1530) may be plated with a conductive material. For example, the conductive connection member (1530) may have at least a portion of its surface covered with a conductive material. For example, the plate may be formed of a metallic material. For example, the plate may have at least a portion of its surface plated with a conductive material.

[0243] In one embodiment, the conductive connection member (1530) may electrically connect the electronic device with the second housing portion (1520). For example, a plate of the conductive connection member (1530) may be in contact with the rear side (1522) of the second housing portion (1520). For example, the conductive connection member (1530) may be coupled with the rear side (1522) of the second housing portion (1520). For example, the conductive connection member (1530) may be coupled with a conductive plate disposed on the rear side (1522) of the second housing portion (1520).

[0244] In one embodiment, the flexible display (1510) can be grounded to the second housing portion (1520) by coupling at least a portion of the conductive connecting member (1530) to the rear side (1522) of the second housing portion (1520). When the electronic device is in the second state, the resonant frequency of the antenna can be high shifted by grounding the flexible display (1510) to the second housing portion (1520) as described below with reference to FIGS. 19 and 20.

[0245] According to the disclosed embodiment, the conductive connecting member (1530) may be friction-free when the second housing portion (1520) moves relative to the first housing portion. According to the disclosed embodiment, noise and scratches due to friction with the conductive connecting member may not occur when the second housing portion (1520) moves.

[0246] FIG. 16 is a drawing for explaining a second housing portion with which a conductive connecting member of an electronic device comes into contact, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0247] The electronic device (1600) and components constituting the electronic device (1600) illustrated in FIG. 16 may correspond to the electronic device (101) and components constituting the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIG. 1, FIG. 2a to FIG. 2d, FIG. 3a, FIG. 3b, FIG. 4a, and FIG. 4b, respectively.

[0248] Referring to FIG. 16, according to one embodiment, the second housing portion (1610) can be moved in response to a state of the electronic device (1600). For example, the second housing portion (1610) can be moved between a collapsed position and an expanded position in response to a state of the electronic device (1600).

[0249] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (1610) may include a recess (1630) along a path of a conductive connection member (1620a, 1620b) that moves in response to a state of the electronic device (1600). For example, the recess (1630) may be a region extending from a first region to a second region. The first region may be a region corresponding to a first position of the conductive connection member (1620a) when the electronic device (1600) is in the first state. The second region may be a region corresponding to a second position of the conductive connection member (1620b) when the electronic device (1600) is in the second state. For example, the recess (1630) may be a region that is recessed such that a thickness of the second housing portion (1610) is reduced from the first region to the second region. For example, the recess (1630) may be an area where the second housing portion (1610) does not contact the conductive connecting member (1620a, 1620b).

[0250] In one embodiment, the second housing portion (1610) can be brought into contact with the conductive connection members (1620a, 1620b). For example, the second housing portion (1610) can be moved in response to the state of the electronic device (1600) to come into contact with the conductive connection members (1620a, 1620b) in at least one region. For example, when the electronic device is in the first state, the second housing portion (1610) can come into contact with the conductive connection member (1620a) in the first region. For example, when the electronic device is in the second state, the second housing portion (1610) can come into contact with the conductive connection member (1620b) in the second region. For example, the second housing portion (1610) can be grounded with the flexible display by coming into contact with the conductive connection members (1620a, 1620b).

[0251] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (1610) may include a contact portion (1611). For example, the contact portion (1611) may be a member for electrically connecting the conductive connection members (1620a, 1620b) and the second housing portion (1610). For example, the contact portion (1611) may be formed of a conductive material. For example, the contact portion (1611) may be plated with a conductive material. For example, the contact portion (1611) may be positioned in an area corresponding to the position of the conductive connection members (1620a, 1620b). For example, when the electronic device (1600) is in the second state, the contact portion (1611) may be positioned in an area corresponding to the position of the conductive connection member (1620b). For example, the contact portion (1611) may be positioned in an area corresponding to the position of the conductive connecting member (1620b) when the second housing portion (1610) is moved to an expanded position.

[0252] According to the disclosed embodiment, the second housing portion (1610) can be selectively brought into contact with the conductive connection member (1620a, 1620b) through the recess (1630) and the contact portion (1611). For example, the second housing portion (1610) can be brought into contact with the conductive connection member (1620b) only in the second region through the recess (1630) and the contact portion (1611).

[0253] FIG. 17 is a drawing for explaining a second housing portion to which a conductive connecting member of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is in contact.

[0254] The electronic device and components constituting the electronic device illustrated in FIG. 17 may correspond to the electronic device (101) and components constituting the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIGS. 1, 2a to 2d, 3a, 3b, 4a, and 4b, respectively.

[0255] Referring to FIG. 17, according to one embodiment, the second housing portion (1710) can be moved in response to a state of the electronic device (1700). For example, the second housing portion (1710) can be moved between a collapsed position and an expanded position in response to a state of the electronic device (1700).

[0256] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (1710) may include a slit (1730) along a path of a conductive connection member (1720a, 1720b) ​​that moves in response to a state of the electronic device (1700). For example, the slit (1730) may be a region extending from a first region to a second region. The first region may be a region corresponding to a first position of the conductive connection member (1720a) when the electronic device (1700) is in a first state. The second region may be a region corresponding to a second position of the conductive connection member (1720b) ​​when the electronic device (1700) is in a second state. For example, the slit (1730) may include an opening formed in the second housing portion (1710) from the first region to the second region. For example, the slit (1730) may be an area where the second housing portion (1710) does not contact the conductive connecting member (1720a, 1720b).

[0257] In one embodiment, the second housing portion (1710) can be brought into contact with the conductive connection members (1720a, 1720b). For example, the second housing portion (1710) can be moved in response to the state of the electronic device (1700) to come into contact with the conductive connection members (1720a, 1720b) ​​in at least one region. For example, when the electronic device is in the first state, the second housing portion (1710) can come into contact with the conductive connection member (1720a) in the first region. For example, when the electronic device is in the second state, the second housing portion (1710) can come into contact with the conductive connection member (1720b) ​​in the second region. For example, the second housing portion (1710) can be grounded with the flexible display by coming into contact with the conductive connection members (1720a, 1720b).

[0258] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (1710) may include a contact portion (1711). For example, the contact portion (1711) may be a member for electrically connecting the conductive connection members (1720a, 1720b) ​​and the second housing portion (1710). For example, the contact portion (1711) may be formed of a conductive material. For example, the contact portion (1711) may be plated with a conductive material. For example, the contact portion (1711) may be positioned in an area corresponding to the position of the conductive connection members (1720a, 1720b). For example, when the electronic device (1700) is in the second state, the contact portion (1711) may be positioned in an area corresponding to the position of the conductive connection member (1720b). For example, the contact portion (1711) may be positioned in an area corresponding to the position of the conductive connecting member (1720b) ​​when the second housing portion (1710) is moved to an expanded position.

[0259] According to the disclosed embodiment, the second housing portion (1710) can be selectively brought into contact with the conductive connection member (1720a, 1720b) ​​through the slit (1730) and the contact portion (1711). For example, the second housing portion (1710) can be brought into contact with the conductive connection member (1720b) ​​only in the second region through the slit (1730) and the contact portion (1711).

[0260] FIG. 18 is a drawing for explaining a second housing portion to which a conductive connecting member of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is in contact.

[0261] The electronic device and components constituting the electronic device illustrated in FIG. 18 may correspond to the electronic device (101) and components constituting the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIGS. 1, 2a to 2d, 3a, 3b, 4a, and 4b, respectively.

[0262] Referring to FIG. 18, according to one embodiment, the second housing portion (1810) can be moved in response to a state of the electronic device (1800). For example, the second housing portion (1810) can be moved between a collapsed position and an expanded position in response to a state of the electronic device (1800).

[0263] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (1810) may include a slit (1830) along a path of a conductive connection member (1820a, 1820b) that moves in response to a state of the electronic device (1800). For example, the slit (1830) may be a region extending from a first region to a second region. The first region may be a region corresponding to a first position of the conductive connection member (1820a) when the electronic device (1800) is in a first state. The second region may be a region corresponding to a second position of the conductive connection member (1820b) when the electronic device (1800) is in a second state. For example, the slit (1830) may include an opening formed in the second housing portion (1810) from the first region to the second region.

[0264] In one embodiment, the second housing portion (1810) can be brought into contact with the conductive connection members (1820a, 1820b). For example, the second housing portion (1810) can be moved in response to the state of the electronic device (1800) to come into contact with the conductive connection members (1820a, 1820b) in at least one region. For example, when the electronic device is in the first state, the second housing portion (1810) can come into contact with the conductive connection member (1820a) in the first region. For example, when the electronic device is in the second state, the second housing portion (1810) can come into contact with the conductive connection member (1820b) in the second region. For example, the second housing portion (1810) can be grounded with the flexible display by coming into contact with the conductive connection members (1820a, 1820b).

[0265] In one embodiment, the slit (1830) may be filled with a non-conductive material. For example, the slit (1830) may be filled with a synthetic resin. For example, by filling the slit (1830) with a non-conductive material, the flexible display and the second housing portion (1810) may not be grounded even when the non-conductive material comes into contact with the conductive connecting member (1820a, 1820b).

[0266] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (1810) may include a contact portion (1811). For example, the contact portion (1811) may be a member for electrically connecting the conductive connection members (1820a, 1820b) and the second housing portion (1810). For example, the contact portion (1811) may be formed of a conductive material. For example, the contact portion (1811) may be plated with a conductive material. For example, the contact portion (1811) may be positioned in an area corresponding to the position of the conductive connection members (1820a, 1820b). For example, when the electronic device (1800) is in the second state, the contact portion (1811) may be positioned in an area corresponding to the position of the conductive connection member (1820b). For example, the contact portion (1811) may be positioned in an area corresponding to the position of the conductive connecting member (1820b) when the second housing portion (1810) is moved to an expanded position.

[0267] According to the disclosed embodiment, the second housing portion (1810) can be selectively brought into contact with the conductive connection member (1820a, 1820b) through the insulator and the contact portion (1811) filled in the slit (1830). For example, the second housing portion (1810) can be brought into contact with the conductive connection member (1820b) only in the second region through the insulator and the contact portion (1811) filled in the slit (1830).

[0268] FIG. 19 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna in which a component is connected to a conductive member through the first switching module (521) and the second switching module (522) of FIG. 5 when the conductive connection member of the electronic device in the second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is not in contact with the second housing portion.

[0269] Referring to FIG. 19, the first graph (1910) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when only a 20 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module. Referring to the first graph (1910), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 630 MHz.

[0270] Referring to FIG. 19, the second graph (1920) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when only a 10 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module. Referring to the second graph (1920), the antenna can exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 660 MHz.

[0271] Referring to FIG. 19, the third graph (1930) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when only a 5 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module. Referring to the third graph (1930), the antenna can exhibit high efficiency in the frequency band of approximately 690 MHz.

[0272] Referring to Fig. 19, the fourth graph (1940) shows the efficiency of the antenna by frequency when a 20 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module and an element for impedance matching is coupled to the conductive member through the second switching module. Referring to the fourth graph (1940), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 720 MHz.

[0273] Referring to FIG. 19, the fifth graph (1950) shows the efficiency of the antenna at different frequencies when a 10 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module and an element for impedance matching is coupled to the conductive member through the second switching module. Referring to the fifth graph (1950), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 720 MHz.

[0274] Referring to FIG. 19, the sixth graph (1960) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when a 5 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module and an element for impedance matching is coupled to the conductive member through the second switching module. Referring to the sixth graph (1960), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 750 MHz.

[0275] Referring to FIG. 19, the seventh graph (1970) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when only a 1 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module. Referring to the seventh graph (1970), the antenna can exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 750 MHz.

[0276] Referring to Fig. 19, the eighth graph (1980) shows the efficiency of the antenna by frequency when a 1 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module, and an element for impedance matching is coupled to the conductive member through the second switching module. Referring to the eighth graph (1980), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 770 MHz. However, in this case, the efficiency may be approximately -12 dB, making it difficult for the antenna to transmit and receive signals.

[0277] Referring to the first graph (1910) to the eighth graph (1980), an electronic device in a second state (e.g., 600a of FIG. 6) can transmit and receive signals using a frequency bandwidth (1901) of about 630 MHz to about 750 MHz by connecting at least one element to a conductive member using the first switching module and the second switching module. Even when an electronic device in a second state (e.g., 600b of FIG. 6) connects at least one element to a conductive member using the first switching module and the second switching module, it may be difficult to transmit and receive signals using a frequency band of about 800 MHz to about 960 MHz. Therefore, an electronic device in a second state may have difficulty using a wireless communication service using a frequency band of about 800 MHz to about 960 MHz.

[0278] FIG. 20 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna in which a component is connected to a conductive member through the first switching module (521) and the second switching module (522) of FIG. 5 when the conductive connecting member of an electronic device in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is in contact with a second housing portion.

[0279] Referring to FIG. 20, the first graph (2010) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when only a 20 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module. Referring to the first graph (2010), the antenna can exhibit high efficiency in the frequency band of approximately 690 MHz.

[0280] Referring to FIG. 20, the second graph (2020) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when only a 10 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module. Referring to the second graph (2020), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 720 MHz.

[0281] Referring to FIG. 20, the third graph (2030) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when only a 5 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module. Referring to the third graph (2030), the antenna can exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 750 MHz.

[0282] Referring to Fig. 20, the fourth graph (2040) shows the efficiency of the antenna by frequency when a 20 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module and an element for impedance matching is coupled to the conductive member through the second switching module. Referring to the fourth graph (2040), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 780 MHz.

[0283] Referring to FIG. 20, the fifth graph (2050) shows the efficiency of the antenna at each frequency when a 10 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module and an element for impedance matching is coupled to the conductive member through the second switching module. Referring to the fifth graph (2050), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 810 MHz.

[0284] Referring to FIG. 20, the sixth graph (2060) shows the efficiency of the antenna at different frequencies when a 5 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module and an element for impedance matching is coupled to the conductive member through the second switching module. Referring to the first graph (2010), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 840 MHz.

[0285] Referring to FIG. 20, the seventh graph (2070) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when only a 1 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module. Referring to the first graph (2010), the antenna can exhibit high efficiency in the frequency band of approximately 840 MHz.

[0286] Referring to FIG. 20, the eighth graph (2080) shows the efficiency of the antenna by frequency when a 1 nH inductive element is coupled to the conductive member through the first switching module, and an element for impedance matching is coupled to the conductive member through the second switching module. Referring to the eighth graph (2080), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of about 900 MHz. However, in this case, the efficiency may be about -11 dB, making it difficult for the antenna to transmit and receive signals.

[0287] Referring to the first graph (2010) to the eighth graph (2080), the electronic device in the second state (e.g., 600a of FIG. 6) can transmit and receive signals in a frequency bandwidth (2001) of about 660 MHz to about 850 MHz by connecting at least one element to a conductive member using the first switching module and the second switching module.

[0288] Comparing FIGS. 19 and 20, the electronic device in the second state can have the resonant frequency of the antenna that transmits and receives signals shifted to a lower frequency by using the conductive member arranged at the bottom of the second housing portion, as the flexible display is not grounded with the second housing portion.

[0289] Comparing FIGS. 19 and 20, the electronic device in the second state can shift the resonant frequency of the antenna to a high range by making contact between the rear side of the second housing portion and one end of the flexible display. By making contact between the rear side of the second housing portion and one end of the flexible display, the unstable coupling between the second housing portion and the flexible display is stabilized, thereby shifting the resonant frequency of the antenna to a high range.

[0290] Comparing FIGS. 19 and 20, the bandwidth of the electronic device in the second state can be expanded by making contact between the rear side of the second housing part and one end of the flexible display. By making contact between the rear side of the second housing part and one end of the flexible display, the unstable coupling between the second housing part and the flexible display can be stabilized, thereby making the bandwidth expandable. For example, the electronic device in the second state can make contact between the rear side of the second housing part and one end of the flexible display, thereby making it possible to make transmission and reception of signals through a frequency bandwidth (2001) of about 660 MHz to about 850 MHz, but the electronic device in the second state can make transmission and reception of signals through a frequency bandwidth (1901) of about 630 MHz to about 750 MHz when the rear side of the second housing part and one end of the flexible display are not in contact. Accordingly, the electronic device in the second state (e.g., 600b in FIG. 6) can transmit and receive signals using a frequency band of about 750 MHz to about 850 MHz by grounding the rear side of the second housing portion and the flexible display.

[0291] FIG. 21 is a drawing for explaining a second housing portion to which a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is selectively contacted, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0292] The electronic device (2100) and components constituting the electronic device (2100) illustrated in FIG. 21 may correspond to the electronic device (101) and components constituting the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIG. 1, FIG. 2a to FIG. 2d, FIG. 3a, FIG. 3b, FIG. 4a, and FIG. 4b, respectively.

[0293] Referring to FIG. 21, according to one embodiment, the second housing portion (2110) can be moved in response to a state of the electronic device (2100). For example, the second housing portion (2110) can be moved between a collapsed position and an expanded position in response to a state of the electronic device (2100).

[0294] In one embodiment, the conductive connection member (2120) can be moved along the path (2130) in response to a state of the electronic device (2100). For example, the conductive connection member (2120) can be moved between a first position and a second position along the path (2130). The first position can be a position of the conductive connection member (2120) when the electronic device (2100) is in a first state. The second position can be a position of the conductive connection member (2120) when the electronic device (2100) is in a second state.

[0295] In one embodiment, the second housing portion (2110) can be brought into contact with the conductive connection member (2120). For example, the second housing portion (2110) can be moved in response to a state of the electronic device (2100) to bring the second housing portion (2110) into contact with the conductive connection member (2120) in at least one area.

[0296] In one embodiment, the second housing portion (2110) can be selectively brought into contact with the conductive connection member (2120). For example, the second housing portion (2110) can be brought into contact with the conductive connection member (2120) only in a second region. For example, the conductive connection member (2120) can be brought into contact with the contact portion (2111) of the second housing portion (2110) in the second region. For example, the path (2130) of the conductive connection member (2120) can include a recess (e.g., 1630 of FIG. 16) described above with reference to FIG. 16, such that the conductive connection member (2120) can not be brought into contact with the second housing portion (2110) between the first position and the second position. For example, the path (2130) of the conductive connecting member (2120) may include a slit (e.g., 1730 of FIG. 17) as described above with reference to FIG. 17, so that the conductive connecting member (2120) may not contact the second housing portion (2110) between the first position and the second position. For example, the path (2130) of the conductive connecting member (2120) may include a slit (e.g., 1830 of FIG. 18) filled with a non-conductor as described above with reference to FIG. 18, so that the conductive connecting member (2120) may not contact the second housing portion (2110) between the first position and the second position.

[0297] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (2110) may include a contact portion (2111). For example, the contact portion (2111) may be a member for electrically connecting the conductive connection member (2120) and the second housing portion (2110). For example, the contact portion (2111) may be formed of a conductive material. For example, the contact portion (2111) may be plated with a conductive material.

[0298] In one embodiment, the contact portion (2111) can be selectively connected to the second housing portion (2110). For example, the contact portion (2111) can be separated from the second housing portion (2110). For example, the contact portion (2111) can be connected to the second housing portion via the ground portion (2112). For example, the ground portion (2112) can include a region electrically connected to the second housing portion (2110). For example, the ground portion (2112) can be formed of a conductive material. For example, the ground portion (2112) can be plated with a conductive material. For example, the ground portion (2112) can be connected to the contact portion (2111) via the switching module (2140).

[0299] According to the disclosed embodiment, the contact portion (2111) in contact with the conductive connection member (2120) is connected to the ground portion through the switching module (2140), so that the conductive connection member (2120) can be selectively connected to the second housing portion (2110). According to the disclosed embodiment, the electronic device (2100) selectively connects the conductive connection member (2120) to the second housing portion (2110) through the switching module (2140), so that the antenna disposed at the bottom of the electronic device (2100) can transmit and receive signals using a wide frequency band. For example, the electronic device (2100) can transmit and receive signals using a frequency band of 630 MHz to 750 MHz by not connecting the conductive connection member (2120) to the second housing portion (2110) when the electronic device (2100) is in the second state. The electronic device (2100) can transmit and receive signals using a frequency band of 660 MHz to 850 MHz by connecting the conductive connection member (2120) to the second housing portion (2110) when the electronic device (2100) is in the second state. Accordingly, the electronic device (2100) can transmit and receive signals using a frequency band of 630 MHz to 850 MHz by selectively connecting the conductive connection member (2120) to the second housing portion (2110) using the switching module (2140). In addition, the electronic device (2100) can transmit and receive signals with a high gain value by connecting the conductive connection member (2120) to the second housing portion (2110) using the switching module (2140).

[0300] FIG. 22 is a drawing for explaining a second housing portion to which a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0301] The electronic device and components constituting the electronic device illustrated in FIG. 22 may correspond to the electronic device (101) and components constituting the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIGS. 1, 2A to 2D, 3A, 3B, 4A, and 4B, respectively. In addition, the second housing portion (2200) illustrated in FIG. 22 may correspond to the second housing portion (500) described above with reference to FIG. 5.

[0302] Referring to FIG. 22, the second housing portion (2200) may include a conductive member that functions as an antenna. For example, at least some of the side members of the second housing portion (2200) may include a conductive material. The electronic device may wirelessly transmit and / or receive signals through the conductive member. The second housing portion (2200) may include at least one segment (2211, 2212, 2213, 2214) to transmit and receive signals. For example, the first segment (2211) may be positioned on a side member disposed on one side of the second housing portion (2200). For example, the fourth segment (2214) may be positioned on a side member disposed on the other side of the second housing portion (2200). For example, the second segment (2212) and the third segment (2213) may be positioned on side members disposed at the bottom of the second housing portion (2200).

[0303] In one embodiment, the conductive member of the second housing portion (2200) can be powered through at least one point. For example, the electronic device can be powered to the conductive member through the second segment (2212) and / or a power supply (2230) positioned adjacent to the second segment (2212). For example, the electronic device can be powered to the power supply (2230) through a PCB mounted on the second housing portion (2200). The powered conductive member of the second housing portion (2200) can operate as an antenna.

[0304] In one embodiment, the conductive member of the second housing portion (2200) can be grounded through at least one point. For example, the conductive member can be grounded through at least one grounding portion (2240) disposed between the second segment (2212) and the third segment (2213).

[0305] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (2200) can be connected to the flexible display via at least one point (2290a, 2290b, 2290c, 2290d, 2290e, 2290f, 2290g, 2290h, 2290i, 2290j, 2290k, 2290l, 2290m, 2290n). At least one point (2290a, 2290b, 2290c, 2290d, 2290e, 2290f, 2290g, 2290h, 2290i, 2290j, 2290k, 2290l, 2290m, 2290n) may be included in an area where one end of the flexible display overlaps the second housing portion (2200) when the electronic device is in the second state. For example, the second housing portion (2200) may be connected to the flexible display through at least one point (e.g., 2290c, 2290d, 2290e, 2290f, 2290g, 2290h, 2290i, 2290j, 2290k, 2290l) disposed in the central portion. For example, the second housing portion (2200) can be connected to the flexible display through at least one point (e.g., 2290c, 2290d, 2290e, 2290f, 2290g, 2290h, 2290i, 2290j) corresponding to an area between the power supply portion (2230) and the ground portion (2240). For example, the second housing portion (2200) can be connected to the flexible display through at least one point (e.g., 2290c, 2290d, 2290e, 2290f, 2290g, 2290h, 2290i, 2290j) spaced apart from the first area between the power supply portion (2230) and the ground portion (2240).For example, the second housing portion (2200) may be connected to the flexible display through at least one point (e.g., 2290c, 2290d, 2290e, 2290f, 2290g, 2290h, 2290i, 2290j) included in a third region spaced apart in the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion from the first region between the power supply portion (2230) and the ground portion (2240), in which one end of the flexible display overlaps the second housing portion (2200) when the electronic device is in the second state.

[0306] In one embodiment, the conductive member of the second housing portion (2200) can be connected to at least one element. For example, the second housing portion (2200) can have a second conductive member between the second segment (2212) and the third segment (2213) connected to at least one element via a first switching module (2221). For example, the first switching module (2221) can be connected to a first portion of the second conductive member between the feed portion (2230) and the ground portion (2240). For example, the first switching module (2221) can connect the second conductive member to at least one element (e.g., an inductance element, a capacitance element) that changes a resonant frequency of the antenna. For example, the first switching module (2221) can connect a device (e.g., an inductance device, a capacitance device) for matching the impedance of the antenna to a predetermined impedance value and a second conductive member. For example, the second housing portion (2200) can have the first conductive member between the first segment (2211) and the second segment (2212) connected to at least one device through the second switching module (2222). For example, the second switching module (2222) can be connected to the first conductive member near the first segment (2211). For example, the second switching module (2222) can connect the conductive member to at least one device (e.g., an inductance device, a capacitance device) for changing the resonant frequency of the antenna. For example, the second switching module (2222) can connect a conductive member to an element (e.g., an inductance element, a capacitance element) for matching the impedance of the antenna to a predetermined impedance value.

[0307] FIG. 23 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0308] Referring to FIG. 23, the first graph (2310) illustrates the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is not in contact with the second housing portion. Referring to the first graph (2310), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 810 MHz.

[0309] Referring to FIG. 23, the second graph (2320) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point a of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290a of FIG. 22). Referring to the second graph (2320), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 810 MHz.

[0310] Referring to FIG. 23, the third graph (2330) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point b of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290b of FIG. 22). Referring to the third graph (2330), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 860 MHz.

[0311] Referring to FIG. 23, the fourth graph (2340) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point c of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290c of FIG. 22). Referring to the fourth graph (2340), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 900 MHz.

[0312] Referring to the first graph (2310) and the second graph (2320), the first graph (2310) and the second graph (2320) may be substantially identical. If the conductive connecting member is in contact with one side of the second housing portion at a position close to the second housing portion, the effect of the flexible display being grounded with the second housing portion may not occur. Accordingly, if the conductive connecting member is in contact with one side of the second housing portion at a position close to the second housing portion, the performance of the antenna may not be guaranteed similarly to the case where the conductive connecting member is not in contact with the second housing portion.

[0313] Referring to the first graph (2310) to the fourth graph (2340), the closer the conductive connecting member is connected to the center of the second housing portion, the higher the resonant frequency of the antenna may be shifted. That is, the closer the conductive connecting member is connected to the center of the second housing portion, the more the capacitance of the antenna due to coupling between the antenna and the flexible display may be reduced due to the effect of the flexible display being grounded to the second housing portion. Therefore, it may be preferable for the conductive connecting member connected to the flexible display to contact the second housing portion closer to the center than near the side of the second housing portion.

[0314] FIG. 24 is a diagram for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 24 shows a change in impedance according to a position where a conductive connecting member is in contact on a Smith chart drawn with a characteristic impedance of 50 Ohms. FIG. 24 may show the characteristic impedance of an antenna when viewed from an electronic device. The capacitance of the antenna confirmed in FIG. 24 may be a capacitance component generated by coupling the antenna and a flexible display.

[0315] Referring to FIG. 24, the first graph (2410) represents the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is not in contact with the second housing portion. Referring to the first graph (2410), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-1.1i.

[0316] Referring to FIG. 24, a second graph (2420) illustrates the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point a of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290a of FIG. 22). Referring to the second graph (2420), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-1.1i.

[0317] Referring to FIG. 24, a third graph (2430) illustrates the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point b of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290b of FIG. 22). Referring to the third graph (2430), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.38i.

[0318] Referring to FIG. 24, a fourth graph (2440) illustrates the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point c of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290c of FIG. 22). Referring to the fourth graph (2440), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.3i.

[0319] Referring to the first graph (2410) and the second graph (2420), the first graph (2410) and the second graph (2420) may be substantially the same. When the conductive connecting member is in contact at a position close to one side of the second housing portion, a capacitance due to coupling may exist between the antenna and the flexible display, similar to the case where the conductive connecting member is not in contact with the second housing portion. That is, when the conductive connecting member is in contact at a position close to one side of the second housing portion, the effect of the flexible display being grounded with the second housing portion may not occur. Therefore, when the conductive connecting member is in contact at a position close to one side of the second housing portion, the performance of the antenna may not be guaranteed, similar to the case where the conductive connecting member is not in contact with the second housing portion.

[0320] Referring to the first graph (2410) to the fourth graph (2440), the closer the conductive connecting member is connected to the center of the second housing portion, the more the capacitance of the antenna may decrease. That is, the closer the conductive connecting member is connected to the center of the second housing portion, the more the capacitance of the antenna due to coupling between the antenna and the flexible display may decrease due to the effect of the flexible display being grounded to the second housing portion. Therefore, it may be preferable for the conductive connecting member connected to the flexible display to contact the second housing portion at a location closer to the center than near the side of the second housing portion.

[0321] FIG. 25 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0322] Referring to FIG. 25, the first graph (2510) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point c of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290c of FIG. 22). Referring to the first graph (2510), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 900 MHz.

[0323] Referring to FIG. 25, the second graph (2520) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point d of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290d of FIG. 22). Referring to the second graph (2520), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 900 MHz.

[0324] Referring to FIG. 25, the third graph (2530) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point e of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290e of FIG. 22). Referring to the third graph (2530), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 900 MHz.

[0325] Referring to FIG. 25, the fourth graph (2540) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point f of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290f of FIG. 22). Referring to the fourth graph (2540), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 900 MHz.

[0326] Referring to FIG. 25, the fifth graph (2550) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point g of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290g of FIG. 22). Referring to the fifth graph (2550), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 900 MHz.

[0327] Referring to FIG. 25, the sixth graph (2560) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point h of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290h of FIG. 22). Referring to the sixth graph (2560), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 900 MHz.

[0328] Referring to FIG. 25, the seventh graph (2570) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point i of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290i of FIG. 22). Referring to the seventh graph (2570), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 900 MHz.

[0329] Referring to FIG. 25, the eighth graph (2580) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point j of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290j of FIG. 22). Referring to the eighth graph (2580), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 900 MHz.

[0330] Referring to the first graph (2510) to the eighth graph (2580), when the second housing part (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) is connected to the flexible display through at least one point (e.g., 2290c, 2290d, 2290e, 2290f, 2290g, 2290h, 2290i, 2290j) corresponding to the area between the feed part (e.g., 2230 of FIG. 22) and the ground part (e.g., 2240 of FIG. 22), all antennas can exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of about 900 MHz. That is, the second housing part (e.g., 2200 in FIG. 22) is connected to a second region spaced apart from the first region between the flexible display and the power supply part (e.g., 2230 in FIG. 22) and the ground part (e.g., 2240 in FIG. 22), so that the second housing part (e.g., 2200 in FIG. 22) can be stably grounded to the flexible display.

[0331] Accordingly, it may be preferable that the conductive connecting member connected to the flexible display is connected to the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) through at least one point (e.g., 2290c, 2290d, 2290e, 2290f, 2290g, 2290h, 2290i, 2290j of FIG. 22) included in a third region spaced apart in the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion from the first region between the power supply portion (e.g., 2230 of FIG. 22) and the ground portion (e.g., 2240 of FIG. 22), in which one end of the flexible display overlaps the second housing portion (e.g., the second housing portion (2200) of FIG. 22) when the electronic device is in the second state.

[0332] FIG. 26 is a diagram for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 26 shows a change in impedance according to a position where a conductive connecting member is in contact, on a Smith chart drawn with a characteristic impedance of 50 Ohms. FIG. 26 may show the characteristic impedance of an antenna when viewed from an electronic device. The capacitance of the antenna confirmed in FIG. 26 may be a capacitance component generated by coupling the antenna and a flexible display.

[0333] Referring to FIG. 26, a first graph (2610) represents the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point c of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290c of FIG. 22). Referring to the first graph (2610), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.3i.

[0334] Referring to FIG. 26, a second graph (2620) illustrates the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point d of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290d of FIG. 22). Referring to the second graph (2620), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.3i.

[0335] Referring to FIG. 26, a third graph (2630) illustrates the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point e of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290e of FIG. 22). Referring to the third graph (2630), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.3i.

[0336] Referring to FIG. 26, a fourth graph (2640) illustrates the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point f of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290f of FIG. 22). Referring to the fourth graph (2640), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.3i.

[0337] Referring to FIG. 26, a fifth graph (2650) illustrates the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point g of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290g of FIG. 22). Referring to the fifth graph (2650), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.3i.

[0338] Referring to FIG. 26, a sixth graph (2660) illustrates the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point h of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290h of FIG. 22). Referring to the sixth graph (2660), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.3i.

[0339] Referring to FIG. 26, the seventh graph (2670) represents the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point i of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290i of FIG. 22). Referring to the seventh graph (2670), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.3i.

[0340] Referring to FIG. 26, the eighth graph (2680) represents the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point j of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290j of FIG. 22). Referring to the eighth graph (2680), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.3i.

[0341] Referring to the first graph (2610) to the eighth graph (2680), when the second housing part (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) is connected to the flexible display through at least one point (e.g., 2290c, 2290d, 2290e, 2290f, 2290g, 2290h, 2290i, 2290j of FIG. 22) corresponding to an area between the feed part (e.g., 2230 of FIG. 22) and the ground part (e.g., 2240 of FIG. 22), all antennas can have an impedance of about 1-0.3i. That is, the second housing part (e.g., 2200 in FIG. 22) is connected to a second region spaced apart from the first region between the flexible display and the power supply part (e.g., 2230 in FIG. 22) and the ground part (e.g., 2240 in FIG. 22), so that the second housing part (e.g., 2200 in FIG. 22) can be stably grounded to the flexible display.

[0342] Accordingly, it may be preferable that the conductive connecting member connected to the flexible display is connected to the second housing portion (e.g., the second housing portion (2200) of FIG. 22) through at least one point (e.g., 2290c, 2290d, 2290e, 2290f, 2290g, 2290h, 2290i, 2290j of FIG. 22) included in a third region spaced apart in the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) from the first region between the power supply portion (e.g., 2230 of FIG. 22) and the ground portion (e.g., 2240 of FIG. 22), in which one end of the flexible display overlaps the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) when the electronic device is in the second state.

[0343] FIG. 27 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0344] Referring to FIG. 27, the first graph (2710) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point j of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290j of FIG. 22). Referring to the first graph (2710), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 900 MHz.

[0345] Referring to FIG. 27, a second graph (2720) illustrates the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point k of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290k of FIG. 22). Referring to the second graph (2720), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 900 MHz.

[0346] Referring to FIG. 27, a third graph (2730) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point l of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290l of FIG. 22). Referring to the third graph (2730), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 870 MHz.

[0347] Referring to FIG. 27, the fourth graph (2740) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point m of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290m ​​of FIG. 22). Referring to the fourth graph (2740), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 870 MHz.

[0348] Referring to FIG. 27, the fifth graph (2750) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point n of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290n of FIG. 22). Referring to the fifth graph (2750), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 810 MHz.

[0349] Referring to the first graph (2710) to the fifth graph (2750), the closer the conductive connecting member is connected to the center of the second housing portion, the higher the resonance frequency of the antenna may shift. The closer the conductive connecting member is connected to the side of the second housing portion, the lower the resonance frequency of the antenna may shift. That is, the closer the conductive connecting member is connected to the center of the second housing portion, the more the capacitance of the antenna due to coupling between the antenna and the flexible display may be reduced due to the effect of the flexible display being grounded with the second housing portion. If the conductive connecting member is in contact with one side of the second housing portion at a position close to it, the effect of the flexible display being grounded with the second housing portion may not occur. Therefore, it may be preferable for the conductive connecting member connected to the flexible display to be in contact with the second housing portion at a location closer to the center than near the side of the second housing portion.

[0350] The conductive connecting member connected to the flexible display may preferably be connected to the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) through a region between a first point extending in the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) from a power supply portion (e.g., 2230 of FIG. 22) and a second point extending in the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) from a ground portion (e.g., 2240 of FIG. 22) in an area where one end of the flexible display overlaps with the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) when the electronic device is in a second state.

[0351] FIG. 28 is a diagram for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 28 shows a change in impedance according to a position where a conductive connecting member is in contact on a Smith chart drawn with a characteristic impedance of 50 Ohms. FIG. 28 may show the characteristic impedance of an antenna when viewed from an electronic device. The capacitance of the antenna confirmed in FIG. 28 may be a capacitance component generated by coupling the antenna and a flexible display.

[0352] Referring to FIG. 28, a first graph (2810) illustrates the characteristic impedance of an antenna on a Smith chart when a conductive connecting member is in contact with point j of a second housing portion (e.g., 2290j of FIG. 22). Referring to the first graph (2810), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.3i.

[0353] Referring to FIG. 28, a second graph (2820) illustrates the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point k of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290k in FIG. 22). Referring to the second graph (2820), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.5i.

[0354] Referring to FIG. 28, a third graph (2830) illustrates the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point l of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290l of FIG. 22). Referring to the third graph (2830), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.61i.

[0355] Referring to FIG. 28, a fourth graph (2840) illustrates the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point m of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290m ​​of FIG. 22). Referring to the fourth graph (2840), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.65i.

[0356] Referring to FIG. 28, a fifth graph (2850) illustrates the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point n of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290n of FIG. 22). Referring to the fifth graph (2850), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-1.2i.

[0357] Referring to the first graph (2810) to the fifth graph (2850), the capacitance of the antenna may decrease as the conductive connecting member is connected closer to the center of the second housing portion. The capacitance of the antenna may increase as the conductive connecting member is connected closer to the side of the second housing portion. That is, the closer the conductive connecting member is connected to the center of the second housing portion, the more the capacitance of the antenna due to coupling between the antenna and the flexible display may decrease due to the effect of the flexible display being grounded with the second housing portion. If the conductive connecting member is in contact with one side of the second housing portion at a position close to the second housing portion, the effect of the flexible display being grounded with the second housing portion may not occur. Therefore, it may be preferable for the conductive connecting member connected to the flexible display to be in contact with the second housing portion closer to the center than near the side.

[0358] The conductive connecting member connected to the flexible display may preferably be connected to the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) through a region between a first point extending in the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) from a power supply portion (e.g., 2230 of FIG. 22) and a second point extending in the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) from a ground portion (e.g., 2240 of FIG. 22) in an area where one end of the flexible display overlaps with the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) when the electronic device is in a second state.

[0359] FIG. 29 is a drawing for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0360] Referring to FIG. 29, the first graph (2910) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point c of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290c of FIG. 22). Referring to the first graph (2910), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 900 MHz.

[0361] Referring to FIG. 29, a second graph (2920) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with a plurality of points (e.g., 2290b, 2290c, 2290d of FIG. 22) near the feeding portion (e.g., 2230 of FIG. 22) of the second housing portion. Referring to the second graph (2920), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of about 900 MHz.

[0362] Referring to FIG. 29, a third graph (2930) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with a point (e.g., 2290j of FIG. 22) near the ground portion (e.g., 2240 of FIG. 22) of the second housing portion. Referring to the third graph (2930), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 900 MHz.

[0363] Referring to FIG. 29, a fourth graph (2940) shows the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is in contact with all points (2290a, 2290b, 2290c, 2290d, 2290e, 2290f, 2290g, 2290h, 2290i, 2290j, 2290k, 2290l, 2290m, 2290n) corresponding to one end of the flexible display among the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22). Referring to the fourth graph (2940), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of about 930 MHz.

[0364] Referring to FIG. 29, the fifth graph (2950) illustrates the frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna when the conductive connecting member is not in contact with the second housing portion. Referring to the fifth graph (2350), the antenna may exhibit high efficiency in a frequency band of approximately 810 MHz.

[0365] Referring to the first graph (2910) to the fifth graph (2950), the electronic device in the second state can shift the resonant frequency of the antenna to a high range by contacting the rear side of the second housing portion with one end of the flexible display. By contacting the rear side of the second housing portion with one end of the flexible display, the unstable coupling between the second housing portion and the flexible display is stabilized, thereby shifting the resonant frequency of the antenna to a high range.

[0366] The resonant frequency of the antenna can be shifted to a higher frequency by connecting the conductive connecting member to the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) through at least one point (e.g., 2290c, 2290d, 2290e, 2290f, 2290g, 2290h, 2290i, 2290j) corresponding to the first region between the feed portion (2230) and the ground portion (2240) among the second housing portions (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22).

[0367] In cases where the conductive connecting member contacts all points corresponding to one end of the flexible display in the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22), the resonant frequency of the antenna may be shifted to a higher frequency than in other cases. However, due to space constraints within the electronic device, it may be difficult for the conductive connecting member to contact all points corresponding to one end of the flexible display in the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22).

[0368] FIG. 30 is a diagram for explaining the performance of an antenna according to a position where a conductive connecting member of an electronic device is in contact, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 30 shows a change in impedance according to a position where a conductive connecting member is in contact on a Smith chart drawn with a characteristic impedance of 50 Ohms. FIG. 30 may show the characteristic impedance of an antenna when viewed from an electronic device. The capacitance of the antenna confirmed in FIG. 30 may be a capacitance component generated by coupling the antenna and a flexible display.

[0369] Referring to FIG. 30, a first graph (3010) represents the characteristic impedance of an antenna on a Smith chart when a conductive connecting member is in contact with all points (2290a, 2290b, 2290c, 2290d, 2290e, 2290f, 2290g, 2290h, 2290i, 2290j, 2290k, 2290l, 2290m, 2290n) corresponding to one end of a flexible display among the second housing portions (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22). Referring to the first graph (3010), the antenna may have an impedance of about 1-0.1i.

[0370] Referring to FIG. 30, a second graph (3020) illustrates the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with point c of the second housing portion (e.g., 2290c of FIG. 22). Referring to the second graph (3020), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.3i.

[0371] Referring to FIG. 30, a third graph (3030) represents the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with a plurality of points (e.g., 2290b, 2290c, 2290d of FIG. 22) near the feed portion (e.g., 2230 of FIG. 22) of the second housing portion. Referring to the third graph (3030), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.2i.

[0372] Referring to FIG. 30, a fourth graph (3040) illustrates the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is in contact with a point (e.g., 2290j of FIG. 22) near the ground portion (e.g., 2240 of FIG. 22) of the second housing portion. Referring to the fourth graph (3040), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-0.3i.

[0373] Referring to FIG. 30, the fifth graph (3050) illustrates the characteristic impedance of the antenna on a Smith chart when the conductive connecting member is not in contact with the second housing portion. Referring to the fifth graph (2350), the antenna may have an impedance of approximately 1-1.1i.

[0374] *Referring to the first graph (2910) to the fifth graph (2950), in the electronic device of the second state, the capacitance of the antenna due to coupling between the antenna and the flexible display can be reduced due to the effect of the flexible display being grounded to the second housing part by the rear side of the second housing part and one end of the flexible display being in contact. By the unstable coupling between the second housing part and the flexible display being in contact, the capacitance of the antenna can be reduced by stabilizing the unstable coupling between the second housing part and the flexible display.

[0375] The capacitance of the antenna can be reduced by connecting the conductive connecting member to the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) through at least one point (e.g., 2290c, 2290d, 2290e, 2290f, 2290g, 2290h, 2290i, 2290j) corresponding to the first region between the feed portion (2230) and the ground portion (2240) among the second housing portions (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22).

[0376] When the conductive connecting member is connected to the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) through a plurality of points (e.g., 2290b, 2290c, 2290d of FIG. 22) corresponding to the first region between the feed portion (2230) and the ground portion (2240) among the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22), the capacitance of the antenna can be reduced more than when the conductive connecting member is connected to the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) through a single point. When the conductive connecting member is in contact with all points corresponding to one end of the flexible display among the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22), the capacitance of the antenna can be reduced more than in other cases.

[0377] Accordingly, the conductive connecting member can be in multiple point contact or surface contact with the second housing portion (e.g., 2200 of FIG. 22) through at least one point (e.g., 2290c, 2290d, 2290e, 2290f, 2290g, 2290h, 2290i, 2290j of FIG. 22) corresponding to the first region between the power supply portion (2230) and the ground portion (2240).

[0378] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the disclosure comprises a housing comprising a first housing part and a second housing part movably coupled to the first housing part between a retracted position and an extended position, a flexible display coupled to the first housing part and the second housing part, the second housing part including an actuator for moving the second housing part relative to the first housing part so that the size of an area visible from a front side of the housing changes as the housing is moved between the retracted position and the extended position, a conductive connection member disposed at one end of the flexible display and extending in a direction toward the second housing part, the flexible display being rolled toward a rear side of the second housing part within the second housing part, the one end of the flexible display being moved in the longitudinal direction of the second housing part adjacent to the rear side of the second housing part as the second housing part is moved between the retracted position and the extended position relative to the first housing part, and the second housing part being moved relative to the first housing part. When moved from a contracted position to an expanded position, the conductive connecting member is electrically connected to the second housing portion, thereby grounding the flexible display to the second housing portion.

[0379] In one embodiment, the electronic device may include a conductive member positioned at a lower end of the second housing portion. When the second housing portion is moved from a retracted position to an extended position relative to the first housing portion, the resonant frequency of the conductive member may be changed by not grounding the flexible display to the second housing portion.

[0380] In one embodiment, the flexible display may include a support member disposed on a rear side of the flexible display to support the flexible display. The conductive connection member may be formed by extending a portion of the support member disposed on one end of the flexible display toward the rear side of the second housing portion.

[0381] According to one embodiment, the conductive connecting member may be bent such that the other end of the conductive connecting member disposed on one end of the flexible display is bent toward the rear side of the second housing portion. The conductive connecting member may be bent such that a central portion of the conductive connecting member protrudes toward the rear side of the second housing portion, thereby causing the central portion of the conductive connecting member to protrude toward the rear side of the second housing portion. By causing the central portion of the conductive connecting member protruding toward the rear side of the second housing portion to come into contact with the second housing portion, the flexible display may be grounded to the second housing portion.

[0382] In one embodiment, the conductive connecting member may be an elastomer at least partially wrapped with a conductive material. By bringing the conductive material wrapped around the elastomer into contact with the second housing portion, the flexible display may be grounded to the second housing portion.

[0383] In one embodiment, the conductive connecting member may include a plate extending toward the rear side of the second housing portion within a predetermined distance from the rear side of the second housing portion and positioned parallel to the rear side of the second housing portion. The plate is electrically connected to the rear side of the second housing portion, thereby grounding the flexible display to the second housing portion.

[0384] In one embodiment, the second housing portion may include a contact portion made of a conductive material in an area corresponding to the conductive connection member when the second housing portion is moved to an extended position. The conductive connection member may contact the contact portion, thereby grounding the flexible display to the second housing portion.

[0385] In one embodiment, the second housing portion may include a recess extending from a first region corresponding to a position of the conductive connection member when the second housing portion is moved to a retracted position to a second region corresponding to a position of the conductive connection member when the second housing portion is moved to an expanded position. The recess is recessed such that a thickness of the second housing portion decreases from the first region to the second region, such that the flexible display may not be grounded to the second housing portion while the second housing portion is moved from the retracted position to the expanded position relative to the first housing portion. The second region may include a contact portion comprised of a conductive material. The conductive connection member may be comprised of a conductive material and, by contacting the contact portion, may ground the flexible display to the second housing portion.

[0386] In one embodiment, the second housing portion may include a slit extending from a first region corresponding to a position of the conductive connection member when the second housing portion is moved to a retracted position to a second region corresponding to a position of the conductive connection member when the second housing portion is moved to an expanded position. The second region may include a contact portion made of a conductive material. The conductive connection member may contact the contact portion, thereby grounding the flexible display to the second housing portion.

[0387] In one embodiment, the slit is filled internally with a non-conductive material so that the flexible display is not grounded to the second housing portion while the second housing portion is moved from a retracted position to an extended position relative to the first housing portion.

[0388] In one embodiment, the conductive connecting member may be positioned at a central portion of one end of the flexible display. The conductive connecting member may be electrically connected to at least a portion of the rear side of the second housing portion.

[0389] In one embodiment, the electronic device may include a conductive member disposed on a lower portion of the second housing portion. The conductive member may be powered through a first point and grounded through a second point. The conductive connection member may be electrically connected to at least a portion of a second region, spaced apart from a first region between the first point and the second point, on the rear side of the second housing portion.

[0390] In one embodiment, the second region may be included in an area corresponding to one end of the flexible display on the rear side of the second housing portion when the second housing portion is moved to an extended position. The second region may be included in an area corresponding to a third region extending longitudinally of the second housing portion from the first region between the first point and the second point on the rear side of the second housing portion.

[0391] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a conductive member disposed at a lower portion of the second housing portion. The electronic device may include at least one element that changes a resonant frequency of the conductive member. The electronic device may include a switch that selectively connects the conductive member to the at least one element.

[0392] In one embodiment, the second housing portion may include a contact portion made of a conductive material in an area corresponding to the position of the conductive connection member when the second housing portion is moved to an extended position. The electronic device may include a ground portion electrically connected to the contact portion so that the contact portion is grounded. The electronic device may include a switch that selectively connects the contact portion and the ground portion.

[0393] The methods according to the embodiments described in the claims or specification of the present disclosure may be implemented in the form of hardware, software, or a combination of hardware and software.

[0394] When implemented in software, a computer-readable storage medium storing one or more programs (software modules) may be provided. The one or more programs stored in the computer-readable storage medium are configured for execution by one or more processors within an electronic device. The one or more programs include instructions that cause the electronic device to execute methods according to the embodiments described in the claims or specification of the present disclosure.

[0395] In the present disclosure, the functions or operations performed by the electronic device may be performed by one or more processors executing one or more instructions stored in a memory. The functions or operations of the electronic device mentioned in the present disclosure may be performed by one processor executing one or more instructions, or may be performed by a combination of multiple processors executing one or more instructions. The processor mentioned in the present disclosure may be understood to include a circuit for performing operations or controlling other components of the electronic device. For example, the one or more processors may include a central processing unit (CPU), a microprocessor unit (MPU), an application processor (AP), a communication processor (CP), a neural processing unit (NPU), a system on a chip (SoC), or an integrated circuit (IC) configured to execute one or more instructions. The one or more processors may be configured to perform the operations of the electronic device described above.

[0396] In the present disclosure, a program (software module, software) may be stored in a non-volatile memory including a random access memory (RAM), a flash memory, a read only memory (ROM), an electrically erasable programmable read only memory (EEPROM), a magnetic disc storage device, a compact disc ROM (CD-ROM), digital versatile discs (DVDs) or other forms of optical storage devices, a magnetic cassette. Or, it may be stored in a memory formed by a combination of some or all of these. The memory may be formed by a single storage medium, or may be formed by a combination of a plurality of storage media. The one or more commands may be stored in a single storage medium, or may be distributed and stored in a plurality of storage media.

[0397] Additionally, the program may be stored on an attachable storage device that is accessible via a communication network such as the Internet, an intranet, a local area network (LAN), a wide LAN (WLAN), or a storage area network (SAN), or a combination thereof. Such a storage device may be connected to a device performing an embodiment of the present disclosure via an external port. Additionally, a separate storage device on the communication network may be connected to a device performing an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0398] In the specific embodiments of the present disclosure described above, components included in the disclosure are expressed in the singular or plural form, depending on the specific embodiment presented. However, the singular or plural expressions are selected to suit the presented situation for convenience of explanation, and the present disclosure is not limited to singular or plural components. Components expressed in the plural form may be composed of singular elements, or components expressed in the singular form may be composed of plural elements.

[0399] Additionally, in the present disclosure, terms such as “part”, “module”, etc. may refer to a hardware component such as a processor or circuit, and / or a software component executed by a hardware component such as a processor.

[0400] A "component" or "module" may be implemented by a program stored in an addressable storage medium and executed by a processor. For example, a "component" or "module" may be implemented by components such as software components, object-oriented software components, class components, and task components, as well as processes, functions, attributes, procedures, subroutines, segments of program code, drivers, firmware, microcode, circuitry, data, databases, data structures, tables, arrays, and variables.

[0401] The specific implementations described in this disclosure are merely exemplary and do not limit the scope of the present disclosure in any way. For the sake of brevity, descriptions of conventional electronic components, control systems, software, and other functional aspects of the systems may be omitted.

[0402] Additionally, in the present disclosure, “comprising at least one of a, b, or c” may mean “comprising only a, including only b, including only c, or including a combination of two or more (including a and b, including b and c, including a and c, or including all of a, b, and c).

[0403] It will be appreciated that the various embodiments according to the claims and description of the present disclosure may be implemented in the form of hardware, software, or a combination of hardware and software.

[0404] Such software may be stored on a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium. The non-transitory computer-readable storage medium stores one or more computer programs (software modules), which include computer-executable instructions that, when executed alone or in combination by one or more processors of the electronic device, cause the electronic device to perform the methods of the present disclosure.

[0405] Such software may be stored in a volatile or non-volatile storage device (e.g., a storage device such as read-only memory (ROM), whether erasable or rewritable), or in a memory form such as a random access memory (RAM), a memory chip, device, or integrated circuit, or in an optically or magnetically readable medium such as a compact disc (CD), a digital versatile disc (DVD), a magnetic disk, or a magnetic tape. It will be appreciated that the storage device and the storage medium are various embodiments of non-transitory machine-readable storage devices suitable for storing a computer program or computer programs that, when executed, include instructions for implementing various embodiments of the present disclosure. Accordingly, various embodiments provide a program comprising code for implementing an apparatus or method as claimed in one of the claims of the present disclosure, and a non-transitory machine-readable storage device storing such a program.

[0406] While the present disclosure has been illustrated and described with reference to various embodiments, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes in form and detail may be made therein without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. In electronic devices, A housing comprising a first housing part and a second housing part movably coupled to the first housing part between a retracted position and an extended position; A flexible display coupled to the first housing portion and the second housing portion such that the size of an area visible from the front side of the housing changes as the housing moves between the contracted position and the expanded position; An actuator configured to move the second housing portion relative to the first housing portion; A conductive connecting member is disposed on one end of the flexible display and extends in a direction toward the second housing portion, The flexible display is rolled toward the rear side of the second housing portion inside the second housing portion. The said end of the said flexible display moves in the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion adjacent to the rear side of the second housing portion as the second housing portion moves between the contracted position and the expanded position with respect to the first housing portion, When the second housing portion is moved from the contracted position to the expanded position with respect to the first housing portion, the conductive connecting member is electrically connected to the second housing portion, thereby grounding the flexible display to the second housing portion. Electronic devices.

2. In paragraph 1, The electronic device includes a conductive member disposed at the lower end of the second housing portion, When the second housing portion is moved from the contracted position to the expanded position with respect to the first housing portion, the resonant frequency of the conductive member is changed because the flexible display is not grounded to the second housing portion. Electronic devices.

3. In paragraph 1, The flexible display includes a support member that is disposed on the rear side of the flexible display and supports the flexible display, The conductive connecting member is formed by a part of the supporting member disposed on the end of the flexible display extending toward the rear side of the second housing portion. Electronic devices.

4. In paragraph 1, The above conductive connecting member is, The other end of the conductive connecting member arranged on the first end of the flexible display is bent toward the rear side of the second housing portion, A central portion of the conductive connecting member is bent toward the flexible display so that a central portion of the conductive connecting member protrudes toward the rear side of the second housing portion, A portion of the center of the conductive connecting member protruding toward the rear side of the second housing portion comes into contact with the second housing portion, thereby grounding the flexible display to the second housing portion. Electronic devices.

5. In paragraph 1, The above conductive connecting member is an elastic body at least partially covered with a conductive material, The conductive material surrounding the elastic body is brought into contact with the second housing portion, thereby grounding the flexible display to the second housing portion. Electronic devices.

6. In paragraph 1, The above conductive connecting member is A plate is included that extends toward the rear side of the second housing part so as to be within a predetermined distance from the rear side of the second housing part and is arranged parallel to the rear side of the second housing part. The above plate is electrically connected to the rear side of the second housing portion, so that the flexible display is grounded to the second housing portion. Electronic devices.

7. In paragraph 1, The second housing portion includes a contact portion made of a conductive material in an area corresponding to the conductive connecting member when the second housing portion is moved to the expanded position, The conductive connecting member is brought into contact with the contact portion, thereby grounding the flexible display to the second housing portion. Electronic devices.

8. In paragraph 1, The second housing portion includes a recess extending from a first region corresponding to a position of the conductive connecting member when the second housing portion is moved to the retracted position to a second region corresponding to a position of the conductive connecting member when the second housing portion is moved to the expanded position; The recess is recessed so that the thickness of the second housing portion decreases from the first region to the second region, so that the flexible display is not grounded to the second housing portion while the second housing portion is moved from the contracted position to the expanded position with respect to the first housing portion. The second region includes a contact portion made of a conductive material, The conductive connecting member is made of a conductive material, and by contacting the contact portion, the flexible display is grounded to the second housing portion. Electronic devices.

9. In paragraph 1, The second housing portion includes a slit extending from a first region corresponding to a position of the conductive connecting member when the second housing portion is moved to the retracted position to a second region corresponding to a position of the conductive connecting member when the second housing portion is moved to the expanded position; The second region includes a contact portion made of a conductive material, The conductive connecting member is brought into contact with the contact portion, thereby grounding the flexible display to the second housing portion. Electronic devices.

10. In paragraph 9, The slit is filled with a non-conductive material on the inside so that the flexible display is not grounded to the second housing portion while the second housing portion is moved from the contracted position to the expanded position with respect to the first housing portion. Electronic devices.

11. In paragraph 1, The above conductive connecting member is is arranged in the central portion of the above group of flexible displays, electrically connected to at least a portion of the rear side of the second housing portion, Electronic devices.

12. In paragraph 11, The electronic device includes a conductive member disposed at the lower end of the second housing portion, The conductive member is powered through a first point and grounded through a second point, The conductive connecting member is electrically connected to at least a portion of a second region spaced from the first region between the first point and the second point, among the rear sides of the second housing portion. Electronic devices.

13. In paragraph 12, The above second area is When the second housing part is moved to the expanded position, it is included in an area corresponding to one end of the flexible display on the rear side of the second housing part, Included in an area corresponding to a third area extending in the longitudinal direction of the second housing portion from the first area between the first point and the second point on the rear side of the second housing portion, Electronic devices.

14. In paragraph 1, The electronic device includes a conductive member disposed at the lower end of the second housing portion, The above electronic device, At least one element for changing the resonant frequency of the conductive member; and comprising a switch configured to selectively connect the conductive member and the at least one element; Electronic devices.

15. In paragraph 1, The second housing portion includes a contact portion made of a conductive material in an area corresponding to a position of the conductive connecting member when the second housing portion is moved to the expanded position, The above electronic device A grounding portion electrically connected to the contact portion so that the contact portion is grounded; and Further comprising a switch configured to selectively connect the contact portion and the ground portion, Electronic devices.

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