Wearable electronic device and method for detecting finger size change using same

Abstract

According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a wearable electronic device may comprise: a housing having a ring shape; a plurality of pressure sensors spaced apart from each other in an inner space of the housing; at least one processor including processing circuitry; and a memory for storing instructions. According to an embodiment, the instructions, when executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor, may cause the wearable electronic device to obtain a plurality of pressure values through the plurality of pressure sensors. According to an embodiment, the instructions, when executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor, may cause the wearable electronic device to compare the plurality of obtained pressure values. According to an embodiment, the instructions, when executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor, may cause the wearable electronic device to determine, on the basis of a result of the comparison, that pressure has been generated according to the size of the finger of a user wearing the wearable electronic device, if the difference between the plurality of pressure values is within a designated range. In addition to various embodiments disclosed in the present document, other various embodiments are possible.

Description

Wearable electronic device and method for detecting changes in finger size using the same

[0001] The embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a wearable electronic device and a method for detecting changes in finger size using the same.

[0002] Various electronic devices such as smartphones, tablet PCs, PMPs (portable multimedia players), PDAs (personal digital assistants), laptop personal computers, and / or wearable electronic devices are becoming widespread.

[0003] For example, a wearable electronic device may include a smart watch or a smart ring. The wearable electronic device may be equipped with various sensors (e.g., motion sensors, biosensors) to obtain information related to the health or exercise of a user wearing the wearable electronic device.

[0004] The information described above may be provided as related art for the purpose of aiding understanding of the present disclosure. No claim or determination is made as to whether any of the foregoing may be applied as prior art related to the present disclosure.

[0005] While a user is using a wearable electronic device, such as a smart ring, on their finger, the size of the finger may change due to changes in body weight or swelling. Consequently, the user may feel pain in the finger wearing the wearable electronic device.

[0006] A wearable electronic device may require a method to detect or predict changes in the user's finger size due to changes in body weight or edema, thereby inducing the removal of the wearable electronic device.

[0007] A wearable electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may include a plurality of pressure sensors spaced apart from each other within the internal space of the wearable electronic device. The wearable electronic device may detect the size of a finger by checking whether the difference between a plurality of pressure values ​​obtained from the plurality of pressure sensors falls within a specified range. Additionally, the wearable electronic device may detect the user's activity state (e.g., exercise state) by checking whether the difference between the obtained plurality of pressure values ​​falls within a specified range.

[0008] A wearable electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may include an opening formed in a part of a housing and a distance measuring sensor disposed in close proximity to the opening. The wearable electronic device may measure the distance between one end of the opening and the other end of the opening using the distance measuring sensor. The wearable electronic device may detect the size of a finger by checking whether the measured distance between one end of the opening and the other end of the opening exceeds a specified distance. Additionally, the wearable electronic device may detect the user's activity state (e.g., exercise state) by checking whether the measured distance between one end of the opening and the other end of the opening exceeds a specified distance.

[0009] A wearable electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may provide a notification regarding the removal of the wearable electronic device so that the user does not feel pain in the finger wearing the wearable electronic device when it is confirmed that the detected size of the finger is due to edema.

[0010] A wearable electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure can provide a notification related to the activity state when the user's activity state (e.g., exercise state) is detected.

[0011] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a wearable electronic device may include a housing having a ring shape, a plurality of pressure sensors spaced apart and disposed within the internal space of the housing, at least one processor including processing circuitry, and a memory for storing instructions. According to one embodiment, when the instructions are executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor, the wearable electronic device may acquire a plurality of pressure values ​​through the plurality of pressure sensors. According to one embodiment, when the instructions are executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor, the wearable electronic device may compare the acquired plurality of pressure values. According to one embodiment, when the instructions are executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor, the wearable electronic device may determine, based on the comparison result, that pressure corresponding to the finger size of a user wearing the wearable electronic device has occurred if the difference between the plurality of pressure values ​​is included within a specified range.

[0012] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a wearable electronic device may include a housing, an opening formed in a portion of the housing, a distance detection sensor disposed in an internal space of the housing adjacent to the opening, at least one processor including processing circuitry, and a memory for storing instructions. According to one embodiment, when the instructions are executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor, the wearable electronic device may measure the length between one end of the opening and the other end of the opening through the distance detection sensor. According to one embodiment, when the instructions are executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor, the wearable electronic device may determine that pressure according to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device has occurred if the length between the measured end of the opening and the other end of the opening exceeds a specified length. According to one embodiment, when the instructions are executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor, the wearable electronic device may determine that pressure caused by the user's activity has occurred if the length between the measured end of the opening and the other end of the opening is less than or equal to a specified length.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a method for detecting a change in finger size may include the operation of acquiring a plurality of pressure values ​​through a plurality of pressure sensors spaced apart in the internal space of a housing of a wearable electronic device. The method for detecting a change in finger size may include the operation of comparing the acquired plurality of pressure values. Based on the comparison result, if the difference between the plurality of pressure values ​​is included within a specified range, the method for detecting a change in finger size may include the operation of determining that pressure corresponding to the finger size of a user wearing the wearable electronic device has occurred.

[0014] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a non-transient computer-readable storage medium (or computer program product) storing one or more programs may be described. One or more programs according to one embodiment may include instructions for acquiring a plurality of pressure values ​​through a plurality of pressure sensors spaced apart in the internal space of the housing of the wearable electronic device when executed by a processor of the wearable electronic device. One or more programs according to one embodiment may include instructions for comparing the acquired plurality of pressure values ​​when executed by a processor of the wearable electronic device. One or more programs according to one embodiment may include instructions for determining that pressure corresponding to the finger size of a user wearing the wearable electronic device has occurred when executed by a processor of the wearable electronic device, based on the comparison result, if the difference between the plurality of pressure values ​​is included within a specified range.

[0015] A wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure can prevent a user from feeling pain in the finger wearing the wearable electronic device by providing a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device when it is confirmed that the detected size of the finger is due to edema.

[0016] A wearable electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure can assist a user in performing exercise by providing a notification related to the exercise state when the user's activity state, for example, exercise state, is detected.

[0017] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device in a network environment according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0018] FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device viewed from the front, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0019] FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0020] FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device viewed from the front, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device shown along line 5-5' of FIG. 4, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0022] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device shown along line 6-6' of FIG. 4, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0023] FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device shown along line 7-7' of FIG. 4, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0024] FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device shown along line 8-8' of FIG. 4, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0025] FIG. 9 is a flowchart illustrating a finger size detection method according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0026] FIG. 10 is a flowchart illustrating a finger size detection method according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0027] FIG. 11 is a flowchart illustrating a method for outputting a notification related to the removal of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0028] FIG. 12 is a flowchart illustrating a method for providing an exercise guide according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0029] FIG. 13 is a drawing for explaining a method of providing a notification based on daily recorded user finger swelling information according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0030] FIG. 14 is a drawing for explaining a method of providing a notification based on time-recorded user finger swelling information according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0031] FIG. 15 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device viewed from the front, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0032] FIG. 16 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device viewed from the front, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0033] FIG. 17 is a drawing illustrating various forms of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0034] FIG. 18 is a side view of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0035] FIG. 19 is a drawing for explaining at least one distance detection sensor according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0036] FIG. 20 is a drawing for explaining a method for detecting finger size according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0037] FIG. 21 is a drawing for explaining a distance detection sensor according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0038] FIG. 22 is a flowchart illustrating a finger size detection method according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0039] FIG. 23 is a flowchart illustrating a method for outputting a notification related to the removal of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0040] FIG. 24 is a drawing for explaining a method of providing a notification according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0041] FIG. 25 is a drawing for explaining a method of providing a notification according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0042] FIG. 26 is a drawing illustrating user input for executing a specific function as an example of pressure by user activity according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0043] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present disclosure are described in detail with reference to the drawings so that those skilled in the art can easily practice them. However, the present disclosure may be embodied in various different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. In relation to the description of the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals may be used for identical or similar components. Furthermore, in the drawings and related descriptions, descriptions of well-known functions and configurations may be omitted for clarity and brevity.

[0044] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) in a network environment (100) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0045] Referring to FIG. 1, in a network environment (100), an electronic device (101) may communicate with an electronic device (102) through a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network) or with at least one of an electronic device (104) or a server (108) through 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) through a server (108). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), memory (130), input module (150), sound output module (155), display module (160), audio module (170), sensor module (176), interface (177), connection terminal (178), haptic module (179), camera module (180), power management module (188), battery (189), communication module (190), subscriber identification module (196), or antenna module (197). In some embodiments, at least one of these components (e.g., connection terminal (178)) may be omitted from the electronic device (101), or one or more other components may be added. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., sensor module (176), camera module (180), or antenna module (197)) may be integrated into a single component (e.g., display module (160)).

[0046] The processor (120) can control at least one other component (e.g., hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) by executing software (e.g., program (140)), for example, and can perform various data processing or operations. According to one embodiment, as at least part of the data processing or operations, the processor (120) can store commands or data received from other components (e.g., sensor module (176) or communication module (190)) in volatile memory (132), process the commands or data stored in volatile memory (132), and store the resulting data in non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., central processing unit or application processor) or an auxiliary processor (123) that can operate independently or together with it (e.g., graphics processing unit, neural processing unit (NPU), image signal processor, sensor hub processor, or communication processor). For example, if the electronic device (101) includes a main processor (121) and an auxiliary processor (123), the auxiliary processor (123) may be configured to use lower power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a designated function. The auxiliary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as part thereof.

[0047] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least some of the functions or states associated with at least one component of the electronic device (101) (e.g., display module (160), sensor module (176), or communication module (190)) 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. According to one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., image signal processor or communication processor) may be implemented as part of another functionally related component (e.g., camera module (180) or communication module (190)). According to one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing an artificial intelligence model. The artificial intelligence model may be generated through machine learning. Such learning may be performed, for example, on the electronic device (101) itself where the artificial intelligence model is executed, or through a separate server (e.g., server (108)). The learning algorithm may 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 may include a plurality of artificial neural network layers.An artificial neural network may be 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 the hardware structure, the artificial intelligence model may include a software structure, either additionally or substantially.

[0048] The memory (130) can store various data used by at least one component of the electronic device (101) (e.g., processor (120) or sensor module (176)). The data may include, for example, input data or output data for software (e.g., program (140)) and related commands. The memory (130) may include volatile memory (132) or non-volatile memory (134).

[0049] The program (140) may be stored as software in memory (130) and may include, for example, an operating system (142), middleware (144), or an application (146).

[0050] The input module (150) can receive commands or data to be used for a component of the electronic device (101) (e.g., processor (120)) from outside the electronic device (101) (e.g., user). The input module (150) may include, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (e.g., a button), or a digital pen (e.g., a stylus pen).

[0051] The sound output module (155) can output a sound signal to the outside of the electronic device (101). The sound output module (155) may include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker may be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver may be used to receive incoming calls. According to one embodiment, the receiver may be implemented separately from the speaker or as part thereof.

[0052] The display module (160) can visually provide information to an external (e.g., 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 said device. According to 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 the force generated by said touch.

[0053] The audio module (170) can convert sound into an electrical signal or, conversely, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module (170) can acquire sound through the input module (150) or output sound through the sound output module (155) or an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)) (e.g., speaker or headphones) connected directly or wirelessly to the electronic device (101).

[0054] The sensor module (176) can detect the operating state of the electronic device (101) (e.g., power or temperature) or the external environmental state (e.g., user state) and generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected state. According to one embodiment, the sensor module (176) may include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyroscope sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an accelerometer sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biosensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0055] The interface (177) may support one or more specified protocols that can be used for the electronic device (101) to be connected directly or wirelessly to an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)). According to 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.

[0056] The connection terminal (178) may include a connector through which the electronic device (101) can 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).

[0057] The haptic module (179) can convert an electrical signal into a mechanical stimulus (e.g., vibration or movement) or an electrical stimulus that can be perceived by the user through tactile or kinesthetic senses. According to one embodiment, the haptic module (179) may include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electric stimulation device.

[0058] The camera module (180) can capture still images and video. According to one embodiment, the camera module (180) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0059] 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 part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0060] The battery (189) can supply power to at least one component of the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the battery (189) may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0061] The communication module (190) can support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between an 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 of 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., cellular communication module, short-range wireless communication module, or GNSS (global navigation satellite system) communication module) or a wired communication module (194) (e.g., LAN (local area network) communication module, or power line communication module). The corresponding communication module among these communication modules can communicate with an external electronic device (104) through a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, WiFi (wireless fidelity) direct, or IrDA (infrared data association)) or a second network (199) (e.g., 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 may 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 identify or authenticate the electronic device (101) within a communication network such as the first network (198) or the second network (199) using subscriber information (e.g., International Mobile Subscriber Identifier (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (196).

[0062] The wireless communication module (192) can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies following 4G networks, for example, new radio access technology. NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB)), minimization of terminal power and connection of multiple terminals (massive machine type communications (mMTC)), or high reliability and low latency (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications (URLLC)). The wireless communication module (192) can support a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave band) to achieve a high data transmission rate, for example. The wireless communication module (192) can support various technologies for securing performance in the high-frequency band, such as beamforming, massive MIMO (multiple-input and multiple-output), 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), external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (104)), or network system (e.g., second network (199)). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module (192) may support a Peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for eMBB realization, loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for mMTC realization, or U-plane latency (e.g., downlink (DL) and uplink (UL) each 0.5 ms or less, or round trip 1 ms or less) for URLLC realization.

[0063] An antenna module (197) can transmit a signal or power to or from an external source (e.g., an external electronic device). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include an antenna comprising a radiator made of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a printed circuit board (PCB)). According to 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 a first network (198) or a second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, for example, by a communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device through the selected at least one antenna. According to some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, other components (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as part of the antenna module (197).

[0064] 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 to a first surface (e.g., bottom surface) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a specified high frequency band (e.g., mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., array antennas) disposed on or adjacent to a second surface (e.g., top surface or side surface) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving a signal of the specified high frequency band.

[0065] At least some of the above components can be connected to each other via a communication method between peripheral devices (e.g., bus, GPIO (general purpose input and output), SPI (serial peripheral interface), or MIPI (mobile industry processor interface)) and exchange signals (e.g., commands or data) with each other.

[0066] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (104) through 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 performed on the electronic device (101) may be performed on one or more of the external electronic devices (102, 104, or 108). For example, if the electronic device (101) needs to perform a function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (101) may request one or more external electronic devices to perform at least part of the function or service instead of performing the function or service itself or additionally. One or more external electronic devices that receive the above request may execute at least part of the requested function or service, or 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 provide the result as is or additionally processed as at least part of the response to the request. For this purpose, for example, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used. The electronic device (101) may provide ultra-low latency services using, for example, distributed computing or mobile edge computing. In another embodiment, the external electronic device (104) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (108) may be an intelligent server using machine learning and / or neural networks. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) or the server (108) may be included within a second network (199).The electronic device (101) can be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0067] FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device (200) viewed from the front, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0068] The wearable electronic device (200) illustrated in FIG. 2 may be at least partially similar to the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, or may include other embodiments of the electronic device. For example, the wearable electronic device (200) may include a smart ring that can be worn on a part of the body (e.g., a finger). However, it is not limited thereto.

[0069] In describing the wearable electronic device (200) of the present disclosure, it is illustrated as a ring-type (e.g., ring shape, ring form) wearable electronic device worn on a user's finger, but is not limited thereto. For example, the wearable electronic device (200) may include a bracelet-type wearable electronic device, an open-type ring-type electronic device with a part open, or a curved or non-curved electronic device.

[0070] Referring to FIG. 2, the wearable electronic device (200) may include a housing (201) formed in an annular shape that includes an opening (2001) inside. In one embodiment, the housing (201) may include a first surface (e.g., outer surface) that is exposed to the external environment when the wearable electronic device (200) is worn on a part of the body (e.g., a finger) and a second surface (e.g., inner surface) located opposite to the first surface and in contact at least partially with the skin of the finger when worn. For example, the inner surface of the housing (201) may refer to a surface (e.g., inner side) that comes into contact with the finger when the user wears the ring-type wearable electronic device (200) on their finger. The outer surface of the housing (201) may refer to a surface (e.g., outer side) that does not come into contact with the finger when the user wears the ring-type wearable electronic device (200) on their finger. For example, the outer surface of the housing (201) corresponds to a large circular circumference, and the inner surface may have a small circular circumference.

[0071] In one embodiment, the opening (2001) may be formed to a size in which a user's finger can be inserted.

[0072] In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (200) may include a battery (189) and a substrate (240) disposed in the internal space of a housing (201). In one embodiment, the battery (189) and the substrate (240) may be disposed in directions facing each other. However, this is not limited thereto.

[0073] In one embodiment, the substrate (240) may be positioned in such a way that it is attached to the inner circumference of the housing (201). For example, the substrate (240) may include a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB). For example, the substrate (240) may have a bendability to correspond to the curvature of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., an internal curvature corresponding to the opening (2001) of the housing (201). In some embodiments, the substrate (240) may include a substrate or a plurality of hard-type substrates (PCBs, printed circuit boards) that include a hard-type region having a width and length that is not interfered with by the curvature of the housing (201).

[0074] In one embodiment, a plurality of electrical elements may be disposed on the substrate (240). For example, a plurality of electrical elements may include at least one biometric sensor (e.g., a PPG (photoplethysmogram) sensor (231-1, 231-2, 231-3, 232-1, 232-2)) positioned to detect (or acquire) the user's biometric information through at least a part (e.g., a first side, a second side) of the housing (201), an inertial sensor (220) for detecting the movement of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., a 3-axis sensor, a 6-axis sensor, an accelerometer, a gyroscope), a temperature sensor (211), a processor (120) (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1), a memory (130) (e.g., the memory (130) of FIG. 1), a communication circuit (190) (e.g., the communication module (190) of FIG. 1), and / or a power management module (188) (e.g., the power management module (188) of FIG. 1).

[0075] In one embodiment, at least one biometric sensor (e.g., PPG sensor (231-1, 231-2, 231-3, 232-1, 232-2)) (e.g., photoplethysmography sensor, photoplethysmography sensor) can acquire the user's biometric information.

[0076] In one embodiment, an optical sensor (e.g., a first optical sensor (250a), a second optical sensor (250b), a third optical sensor (250c)) may be disposed at a position corresponding to at least one biometric sensor. In one embodiment, the optical sensor (e.g., a first optical sensor (250a), a second optical sensor (250b), a third optical sensor (250c)) may be formed to protrude in the direction of the opening (2001).

[0077] In one embodiment, the PPG sensor (231-1, 231-2, 231-3, 232-1, 232-2) can measure the pulse of a user located in a second direction along a second surface (e.g., inner surface) of the housing (201). For example, the PPG sensor may include a light-emitting PPG sensor (231-1, 231-2, 231-3) that emits light and a light-receiving PPG sensor (232-1, 232-2) that receives light.

[0078] In one embodiment, a PPG sensor (231-1, 231-2, 231-3, 232-1, 232-2) (e.g., photoplethysmogram sensor, photoplethysmogram sensor) positioned on a second surface (e.g., inner surface) of a housing (201) can detect blood flow (e.g., blood flow) using light. For example, when blood flows along a blood vessel, the amount of blood flow changes slightly, and the PPG sensor can measure the plethysmogram (PTG) of a user (e.g., a user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) on their finger) based on the amount of change in the amount of blood flow. The PPG sensor may include a light-emitting PPG sensor (231-1, 231-2, 231-3) that emits light and a light-receiving PPG sensor (232-1, 232-2) that receives light. For example, through the emitting-PPG sensors (231-1, 231-2, 231-3), the emitted light is at least partially reflected by an object, and at least a portion of the reflected light can be received through the receiving-PPG sensors (232-1, 232-2). The processor (120) can measure the user's pulse wave based on the received light. According to one embodiment, the PPG sensors (231-1, 231-2, 231-3, 232-1, 232-2) can be controlled by a PPG control module (231). According to one embodiment, the PPG sensors are not limited to a specific method (e.g., reflective, transmissive) and are not limited to a blood flow measurement method based on a specific method. For example, the PPG sensors can be implemented in a reflective method, a transmissive method, and other methods.

[0079] In one embodiment, the temperature sensor (211) may measure the user's body temperature. This is not limited to this, but the temperature sensor (211) may also measure the temperature of at least one of a plurality of electrical elements included in the wearable electronic device (200).

[0080] In one embodiment, when the occurrence of an event is detected, the processor (120) can emit light through a light-emitting PPG sensor (231-1, 231-2, 231-3) that emits light from the PPG sensor to provide (e.g., output) visual notification information related to the event.

[0081] In one embodiment, the inertial sensor (220) may include at least one of a 3-axis sensor, a 6-axis sensor, an acceleration sensor, and / or a gyro sensor. In one embodiment, the inertial sensor (220) may determine the placement angle, placement posture, and / or placement position based on a set specific posture (e.g., upright posture) of the wearable electronic device (200). The inertial sensor (220) may acquire coordinate information (e.g., gesture information, movement information) based on the posture, position, and / or movement of the wearable electronic device (200). In one embodiment, the processor (120) may detect various movements of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., finger movements of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200)) based on the inertial sensor (220).

[0082] In one embodiment, a power management module (188) (e.g., the power management module (188) of FIG. 1) can manage power supplied to at least one electrical component included in the wearable electronic device (200). For example, the power management module (188) can manage power supplied to each component from a battery (189) (e.g., the battery (189) of FIG. 1) through a charging interface (213). For example, the power management module (188) may include at least a portion of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC). In one embodiment, the battery (189) supplies power to a substrate (240), and the supplied power can be used to emit light from light-emitting parts (231-1, 231-2, 231-3).

[0083] According to one embodiment, a communication module (190) (e.g., the communication module (190) of FIG. 1) can perform a communication connection between a wearable electronic device (200) and an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102, 104) of FIG. 1). For example, the communication module (190) may be electrically connected to an antenna module (197) and, through the antenna module (197), transmit a signal or power to the external electronic device (102, 104) or receive from the external electronic device (102, 104). For example, the antenna module (197) may include a radiator made of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (240).

[0084] In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (200) may include at least one display (not shown) for providing visual output information to a user (e.g., display module (160) of FIG. 1), an audio module (not shown) for providing auditory output information to a user (e.g., audio module (170) of FIG. 1), and / or a haptic module (not shown) for providing tactile output information to a user (e.g., haptic module (179) of FIG. 1).

[0085] FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating a wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0086] Referring to FIG. 3, a wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) may include a communication circuit (310) (e.g., communication module (190) of FIG. 1), a memory (320) (e.g., memory (130) of FIG. 1), a sensor circuit (330) (e.g., sensor module (176) of FIG. 1), and / or a processor (350) (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1).

[0087] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a communication circuit (310) (e.g., communication module (190) of FIG. 1) can control a communication connection between a wearable electronic device (200) and at least one external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102), electronic device (104), external electronic device) of FIG. 1) (and / or a server (e.g., server (108) of FIG. 1)) under the control of a processor (350).

[0088] In one embodiment, the communication circuit (310) may support the establishment of a wireless communication channel with an external electronic device (102) and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication circuit (310) may support short-range wireless communication such as UWB, Bluetooth, and low-power Bluetooth. However, it is not limited thereto.

[0089] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a memory (320) (e.g., memory (130) of FIG. 1) performs the function of storing a program (e.g., program (140) of FIG. 1) for processing and controlling a processor (350) of a wearable electronic device (200), an operating system (OS) (e.g., operating system (142) of FIG. 1), various applications, and / or input / output data, and can store a program that controls the overall operation of the wearable electronic device (200). The memory (320) can store various configuration information required for processing functions related to various embodiments of the present disclosure in the wearable electronic device (200). The memory (320) can store executable instructions. For example, the memory (320) can store instructions that cause the wearable electronic device (200) to perform operations when executed individually or collectively by the processor (350). For example, instructions may be stored on a computer-readable recording medium. The recording medium may be tangible and non-transitory. The memory (320) and / or the recording medium may store one or more programs containing instructions.

[0090] In one embodiment, the memory (320) may store information on swelling of the finger recorded in units of days, weeks, months, and / or years. The memory (320) may store dietary information entered by the user. The memory (320) may store a learning model for each exercise type that has learned changes in pressure values ​​and / or changes in movement according to the movements of each exercise type. For example, exercise types may include bare-hand exercises (e.g., push-ups, mountain climbers, sit-ups), equipment exercises (e.g., rowing machine, pull-ups, bench press), and / or ball sports (e.g., golf, baseball, tennis). However, it is not limited thereto.

[0091] In one embodiment, the memory (320) may store instructions for determining whether the difference between a plurality of pressure values ​​obtained through the pressure sensor (331) falls within a specified range under the control of the processor (350). Under the control of the processor (350), if it is confirmed that the difference between the plurality of pressure values ​​obtained falls within a specified range, the memory (320) may store instructions for determining that pressure has occurred according to the size of the user's finger. Under the control of the processor (350), if it is confirmed that the difference between the plurality of pressure values ​​obtained falls within a specified range, the memory (320) may store instructions for determining that pressure has occurred due to the user's activity.

[0092] In one embodiment, the memory (320) may store instructions for measuring the distance between the two ends of the housing of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., the housing (201) of FIG. 2) through the distance detection sensor (333) under the control of the processor (350). The memory (320) may store instructions for determining that pressure has occurred according to the size of the user's finger when it is determined that the measured distance between the two ends of the housing (201) of the wearable electronic device (200) exceeds a specified distance under the control of the processor (350). The memory (320) may store instructions for determining that pressure has occurred due to the user's activity when it is determined that the measured distance between the two ends of the housing (201) of the wearable electronic device (200) does not exceed a specified distance under the control of the processor (350).

[0093] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a sensor circuit (e.g., sensor module (176) of FIG. 1) may include a pressure sensor (331), a distance detection sensor (333), and / or a motion sensor (335) (e.g., inertial sensor (220) of FIG. 2).

[0094] In one embodiment, the pressure sensor (331) may include a plurality of pressure sensors. The plurality of pressure sensors may be spaced apart (e.g., spaced apart or spaced at a certain angle) within the internal space of the housing (201) of the wearable electronic device (200). The plurality of pressure sensors may acquire a plurality of pressure values ​​and transmit the acquired plurality of pressure values ​​to a processor (350).

[0095] In one embodiment, the distance detection sensor (333) may be placed in the internal space of at least a portion of the housing (201) formed of a soft material or in close proximity to the open area, or in the internal space of at least a portion of the housing (201) formed of a soft material, where at least a portion of the housing (201) of the wearable electronic device (200) is open or formed of a soft material. In one embodiment, the distance detection sensor (333) may include a distance measuring sensor and / or a strain sensor (or a resistance sensor, a capacitance sensor), but is not limited thereto. In one embodiment, the distance detection sensor (333) (e.g., a distance measuring sensor) may measure the distance between one side of at least a portion of the housing (201) and the other side of at least a portion of the housing (201). The distance detection sensor (333) (e.g., a distance measuring sensor) may transmit the measured distance to a processor (350).

[0096] The distance detection sensor (333) (e.g., strain sensor, resistance sensor, or capacitance sensor) can detect a change in curvature of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., a change in curvature of at least a portion of the housing (201) formed of a flexible material). The distance detection sensor (333) (e.g., strain sensor, resistance sensor, or capacitance sensor) can transmit information related to the detected change in curvature of the wearable electronic device (200) to the processor (350).

[0097] In one embodiment, a motion sensor (335) (e.g., the inertial sensor (220) of FIG. 2) can measure (or sense, detect) the movement of the user's body while the wearable electronic device (200) is worn on a part of the user's body (e.g., the user's finger). The motion sensor (335) may include an accelerometer capable of measuring the speed and / or acceleration of the wearable electronic device (200), and / or a gyroscope capable of measuring the posture of the wearable electronic device (200).

[0098] In one embodiment, the motion sensor (335) may acquire information related to the movement of the wearable electronic device (200) (or the user of the wearable electronic device (200)) and transmit it to the processor (350). For example, the information related to the movement of the wearable electronic device (200) (or the user of the wearable electronic device (200)) may include acceleration information of the wearable electronic device (200), posture information (e.g., angle information, direction information), and / or coordinate information (e.g., gesture information, movement information) according to the movement of the wearable electronic device (200). In one embodiment, the information related to the movement of the wearable electronic device (200) (or the user of the wearable electronic device (200)) may include the movement of the hand and / or fingers of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200).

[0099] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the processor (350) may include, for example, a microcontroller unit (MCU) and may control a plurality of hardware components connected to the processor (350) by running an operating system (OS) or an embedded software program. The processor (350) may control a plurality of hardware components according to, for example, instructions stored in memory (320) (e.g., program (140) of FIG. 1).

[0100] In one embodiment, the processor (350) may obtain multiple pressure values ​​through multiple pressure sensors (e.g., pressure sensor (331) of FIG. 3). The processor (350) may compare the obtained multiple pressure values ​​to determine whether the difference between the multiple pressure values ​​falls within a specified range. If the difference between the multiple pressure values ​​falls within the specified range, the processor (350) may determine that pressure has occurred due to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200). For example, pressure due to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) may include pressure due to finger swelling (or edema). If the difference between the multiple pressure values ​​does not fall within the specified range, the processor (350) may determine that pressure has occurred due to the user's activity. For example, pressure due to the user's activity may include pressure due to the user's exercise or user input for executing a specific function.

[0101] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can obtain a reference pressure value based on a plurality of pressure values ​​obtained through a plurality of pressure sensors (331). The processor (350) can estimate the level of swelling of the user's finger based on the reference pressure value. For example, the processor (350) can score the level of swelling of the user's finger based on the reference pressure value and store it in memory (320). The processor (350) can determine whether the level of swelling exceeds a first designated level of swelling, or whether the amount of swelling change exceeds a designated amount of swelling change, and whether the level of swelling is predicted to exceed a second designated level of swelling within a specific time. If the level of swelling is predicted to exceed the second designated level of swelling within a specific time, the processor (350) can output a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device (200).

[0102] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can obtain movement information of the wearable electronic device (200) through the motion sensor (335). The processor (350) can determine a type of exercise based on the movement information of the wearable electronic device (200) and a plurality of pressure sensor information. For example, the processor (350) can measure a change in movement of the wearable electronic device (200) based on the movement information of the wearable electronic device (200) and a change in a plurality of pressure values ​​based on the plurality of pressure sensor information obtained through the plurality of pressure sensors (331). The processor (350) can determine a type of exercise corresponding to the measured change in movement of the wearable electronic device (200) and the change in a plurality of pressure values ​​based on a learning model for each type of exercise stored in the memory (320). The processor (350) can provide information related to the determined type of exercise (e.g., information related to injury, exercise assistance information (e.g., count information (e.g., push-up count information, sit-up count information) and / or posture guide information)).

[0103] A wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a housing (201, 401) having a ring shape, a plurality of pressure sensors (331, 410) spaced apart and disposed within the internal space of the housing (201, 401), at least one processor (350) including processing circuitry, and a memory (320) for storing instructions. The instructions according to one embodiment may enable the wearable electronic device (200) to acquire a plurality of pressure values ​​through the plurality of pressure sensors (331, 410) when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350). The instructions according to one embodiment may enable the wearable electronic device (200) to compare the acquired plurality of pressure values ​​when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350). Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), can cause the wearable electronic device (200) to determine, based on a comparison result, that pressure corresponding to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) has occurred if the difference between a plurality of pressure values ​​is included within a specified range.

[0104] Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), can cause the wearable electronic device (200) to determine that pressure caused by user activity has occurred if the difference between a plurality of pressure values ​​is not included within a specified range.

[0105] Pressure according to finger size according to one embodiment may include pressure caused by swelling of the user's finger. Pressure according to user activity according to one embodiment may include pressure caused by exercise.

[0106] Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), may enable the wearable electronic device (200) to obtain a reference pressure value based on a plurality of pressure values ​​when it is determined that pressure corresponding to the size of the user's finger has occurred. Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), may enable the wearable electronic device (200) to estimate the level of swelling of the finger based on the obtained reference pressure value. Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), may enable the wearable electronic device (200) to store the estimated level of swelling of the user in memory (320) as user swelling data.

[0107] Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), may cause the wearable electronic device (200) to check whether the swelling level of the finger exceeds a first designated swelling level, or whether the swelling change amount based on the user's swelling data stored in memory (320) exceeds a designated swelling change amount, and whether the swelling level of the finger is predicted to exceed a second designated swelling level within a specific time. Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), may cause the wearable electronic device (200) to output a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) if it is predicted that the swelling level of the finger exceeds the second designated swelling level within a specific time.

[0108] A wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment may include a connector (425), a charging circuit (420), optical sensors (250a, 250b, 250c), and a battery (189). Each of the plurality of pressure sensors (331, 410) according to one embodiment may be positioned in close proximity to one of the connector (425), the charging circuit (420), the optical sensors (250a, 250b, 250c), and the battery (189). The position in which each of the plurality of pressure sensors (331, 410) according to one embodiment is positioned may be different.

[0109] A wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment may include a motion sensor (335). Instructions according to one embodiment may enable the wearable electronic device (200) to acquire movement information of the wearable electronic device (200) through the motion sensor (335) when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350). Instructions according to one embodiment may enable the wearable electronic device (200) to identify a change in movement of the wearable electronic device (200) based on movement information and a change in a plurality of pressure values ​​based on a plurality of pressure values ​​when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350). Instructions according to one embodiment may enable the wearable electronic device (200) to determine a movement type based on a change in movement of the wearable electronic device (200) and a change in a plurality of pressure values ​​when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350). Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), may enable the wearable electronic device (200) to provide information related to a determined type of exercise.

[0110] Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), may enable the wearable electronic device (200) to determine a type of movement corresponding to a change in movement of the wearable electronic device (200) and a change in a plurality of pressure values ​​based on a learning model for each type of movement stored in memory (320).

[0111] A wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a housing (201, 401), an opening (1611) formed in a portion of the housing (201, 401), a distance detection sensor (333) disposed in an internal space of the housing (201, 401) adjacent to the opening (1611), at least one processor (350) including processing circuitry, and a memory (320) for storing instructions. The instructions according to one embodiment may cause the wearable electronic device (200) to measure the length between one end of the opening (1611) and the other end of the opening (1611) through the distance detection sensor (333) when executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor (350). Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), may cause the wearable electronic device (200) to determine that pressure has occurred according to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) if the length between one end of the measured opening (1611) and the other end of the opening (1611) exceeds a specified length. Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), may cause the wearable electronic device (200) to determine that pressure has occurred due to the user's activity if the length between one end of the measured opening (1611) and the other end of the opening (1611) is less than or equal to a specified length.

[0112] Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), may cause the wearable electronic device (200) to obtain a reference length based on the length between one end of the opening (1611) and the other end of the opening (1611) when it is determined that pressure corresponding to the size of the user's finger has occurred. Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), may cause the wearable electronic device (200) to estimate the level of swelling of the finger based on the obtained reference length. Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), may cause the wearable electronic device (200) to store the estimated level of swelling of the user in memory (320) as user swelling data.

[0113] Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), may cause the wearable electronic device (200) to check whether the swelling level of the finger exceeds a first designated swelling level, or whether the swelling change amount based on the user's swelling data stored in memory (320) exceeds a designated swelling change amount, and whether the swelling level of the finger is predicted to exceed a second designated swelling level within a specific time. Instructions according to one embodiment, when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350), may cause the wearable electronic device (200) to output a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) if it is predicted that the swelling level of the finger exceeds the second designated swelling level within a specific time.

[0114] An opening (1611) according to one embodiment may include a connecting member formed of a flexible material.

[0115] FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device (200) viewed from the front, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0116] The wearable electronic device (200) illustrated in FIG. 4 may be at least partially similar to the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 and / or the wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2, or may further include other embodiments of the electronic device and / or the wearable electronic device. For example, the wearable electronic device (200) may include a smart ring that can be worn on a part of the body (e.g., a finger).

[0117] The wearable electronic device (200) illustrated in FIG. 4 according to one embodiment may include a ring-type (e.g., ring shape, ring form) wearable electronic device.

[0118] Referring to FIG. 4, the wearable electronic device (200) may include a housing (401) (e.g., the housing (201) of FIG. 2), a connector (425), a charging circuit (420) (or electrode portion), an optical sensor (e.g., a first optical sensor (250a), a second optical sensor (250b), a third optical sensor (250c)), a battery (189), a substrate (240), and / or a plurality of pressure sensors (410) (e.g., the pressure sensor (331) of FIG. 3). However, it is not limited thereto. Although not shown in FIG. 4, the wearable electronic device (200) may further include a biometric sensor (e.g., PPG sensor (231-1, 231-2, 231-3, 232-1, 232-2)) shown in FIG. 2, an inertial sensor (e.g., inertial sensor (220)) (e.g., 3-axis sensor, 6-axis sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope), a temperature sensor (e.g., temperature sensor (211)) shown in FIG. 2, a processor (processor (120)) shown in FIG. 1, a memory (e.g., memory (130) shown in FIG. 1), a communication circuit (e.g., communication module (190) shown in FIG. 1), and / or a power management module (e.g., power management module (188) shown in FIG. 1).

[0119] In one embodiment, the area in the internal space of the housing (401) where the substrate (240) is placed may include a molding portion (405) (e.g., resin) formed to surround at least one component placed on the substrate (240) in order to secure the component.

[0120] In one embodiment, the charging circuit (420) and the optical sensors (e.g., first optical sensor (250a), second optical sensor (250b), third optical sensor (250c)) may be formed to protrude in the direction of the opening (2001).

[0121] In one embodiment, the plurality of pressure sensors (410) may be a force-sensitive capacitive sensor (FSC), a force-sensitive resistor (FSR) (e.g., a thru-mode resistive force sensor or a shunt-mode resistive force sensor), or a combination of two or more of the above. However, it is not limited thereto.

[0122] In FIG. 4 according to one embodiment, the plurality of pressure sensors (410) may include a first pressure sensor (410a), a second pressure sensor (410b), a third pressure sensor (410c), a fourth pressure sensor (410d), and a fifth pressure sensor (410e). However, it is not limited thereto. For example, the wearable electronic device (200) may include more than five pressure sensors or fewer than five pressure sensors.

[0123] In one embodiment, a plurality of pressure sensors (410), for example, a first pressure sensor (410a), a second pressure sensor (410b), a third pressure sensor (410c), a fourth pressure sensor (410d), and a fifth pressure sensor (410e), may be spaced apart (e.g., spaced apart or spaced at a certain angle) within the internal space of a housing (401) having a ring shape. In one embodiment, the positions at which each of the plurality of pressure sensors (410), for example, the first pressure sensor (410a), the second pressure sensor (410b), the third pressure sensor (410c), the fourth pressure sensor (410d), and the fifth pressure sensor (410e) is placed may be different.

[0124] For example, each of the plurality of pressure sensors (410), for example, a first pressure sensor (410a), a second pressure sensor (410b), a third pressure sensor (410c), a fourth pressure sensor (410d), and a fifth pressure sensor (410e), may be positioned in close proximity to one of the connector (425), a charging circuit (420), an optical sensor (e.g., a first optical sensor (250a), a second optical sensor (250b), a third optical sensor (250c)), and a battery (189). For example, the first pressure sensor (410a) may be positioned in close proximity to the optical sensor (250b). The second pressure sensor (410b) may be positioned in close proximity to the charging circuit (420). The third pressure sensor (410c) and the fourth pressure sensor (410d) may be positioned in close proximity to the battery (189). The fifth pressure sensor (410e) can be placed close to the connector (425).

[0125] This is not limited to this, and multiple pressure sensors (410) may be arranged to face each other or arranged at an angle of 90 degrees to each other.

[0126] In one embodiment, when the wearable electronic device (200) is worn on a user's finger, a plurality of pressure sensors (410) can detect (or sense) pressure occurring between the user's finger (e.g., bone) placed in the housing (201) and the opening (2001). In one embodiment, the plurality of pressure sensors (410) can measure (or acquire, detect, sense) pressure applied in the direction in which the plurality of pressure sensors (410) are placed, as they are spaced apart in the internal space of the housing (401) which has a ring shape. The plurality of pressure sensors (410) can distinguish between pressure (e.g., force) applied inside (e.g., opening (2001)) of the wearable electronic device (200) or pressure (e.g., force) applied outside of the wearable electronic device (200) by using the measured (or acquired, detected, sensed) pressure data (e.g., pressure values) and changes in the data (e.g., pressure values).

[0127] In one embodiment, pressure (e.g., force) applied inside the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001)) may mean pressure (e.g., force) applied from inside the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001)) to the outside direction (451, 453, 455, 457, 459) of the wearable electronic device (200). When pressure (e.g., force) is applied from inside the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001)) to the outside direction (451, 453, 455, 457, 459) of the wearable electronic device (200), multiple pressure values ​​measured through multiple pressure sensors (410) may have similar values ​​(or changes in similar values). For example, if a user's finger wearing the wearable electronic device (200) swells, the size of the user's finger may be larger than the size of the user's finger before swelling. As the size of the user's finger increases, pressure (e.g., force) may be applied from the inside of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001)) to the outside direction (451, 453, 455, 457, 459) of the wearable electronic device (200).

[0128] In one embodiment, each of the plurality of pressure sensors (410) (e.g., first pressure sensor (410a), second pressure sensor (410b), third pressure sensor (410c), fourth pressure sensor (410d), and fifth pressure sensor (410e)) can measure a pressure value corresponding to the pressure (e.g., force). When pressure (e.g., force) is applied from the opening (2001) of the wearable electronic device (200) toward the outside direction (451, 453, 455, 457, 459) of the wearable electronic device (200), the pressure values ​​measured through each of the plurality of pressure sensors (410) (e.g., first pressure sensor (410a), second pressure sensor (410b), third pressure sensor (410c), fourth pressure sensor (410d), and fifth pressure sensor (410e)) may have similar values. As the pressure values ​​measured through each of the multiple pressure sensors (410) (e.g., first pressure sensor (410a), second pressure sensor (410b), third pressure sensor (410c), fourth pressure sensor (410d), and fifth pressure sensor (410e)) have similar values, the difference between the multiple pressure values ​​may be within a specified range. If the difference between the multiple pressure values ​​is within a specified range, the wearable electronic device (200) may determine that pressure has occurred due to finger swelling (or edema) with a finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200).

[0129] In one embodiment, pressure (e.g., force) applied from the outside of the wearable electronic device (200) may mean pressure (e.g., force) applied from the outside of the wearable electronic device (200) in the direction (461, 463) of the inside of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001)). When pressure (e.g., force) is applied from the outside of the wearable electronic device (200) in the direction (461, 463) of the inside of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001)), one pressure value (or at least two pressure values) among a plurality of pressure values ​​measured through a plurality of pressure sensors (410) may be different from at least two other pressure values ​​(e.g., at least three other pressure values).

[0130] In FIG. 4 according to one embodiment, the pressure values ​​measured through the first pressure sensor (410a), the second pressure sensor (410b), and the fourth pressure sensor (410d) among the plurality of pressure sensors (410) and the pressure values ​​measured through the second pressure sensor (410b) and the fifth pressure sensor (410e) among the plurality of pressure sensors (410) are described as being different.

[0131] For example, as pressure (e.g., force) is applied from the outside of the wearable electronic device (200) toward the inside of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001)) (461, 463), the pressure values ​​measured through the first pressure sensor (410a), the second pressure sensor (410b), and the fourth pressure sensor (410d) and the pressure values ​​measured through the second pressure sensor (410b) and the fifth pressure sensor (410e) among the plurality of pressure sensors (410) do not have similar values, so the difference between the plurality of pressure values ​​may not be included within a specified range. If the difference between the plurality of pressure values ​​is not included within a specified range, the wearable electronic device (200) may determine that pressure has been generated by user activity. For example, pressure generated by user activity may include pressure generated by the user's exercise or user input for executing a specific function.

[0132] FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device (200) shown along line 5-5' of FIG. 4 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0133] Figure 5 <510> Referring to the above, a wearable electronic device (e.g., the wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 and FIG. 4) may include a housing (401) (e.g., the housing (201) of FIG. 2), a second optical sensor (250b) formed to protrude in the direction of an opening (e.g., the opening (2001) of FIG. 2 and FIG. 4), a first pressure sensor (e.g., the first pressure sensor (410a) of FIG. 4) disposed in close proximity to the second optical sensor (250b), and / or a substrate (240). In one embodiment, the area in the internal space of the housing (401) where the substrate (240) is disposed may include a molding portion (405) (e.g., resin) formed to surround at least one component disposed on the substrate (240) in order to secure the component.

[0134] Figure 5 according to one embodiment <520> , <530> , <540> , <550> , and <560> This is to explain various arrangements of the first pressure sensor (410a), as shown in FIG. 5. <510> This is a drawing viewed along line 5-5'.

[0135] In FIG. 5 according to one embodiment, when looking at the wearable electronic device (200) along line 5-5' of FIG. 4, direction ① may mean the y-axis direction of FIG. 4, and direction ② may mean the -y-axis direction of FIG. 4.

[0136] Figure 5 according to one embodiment <520> Referring to the first surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ①) and the second surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) of the substrate (240), components (521) may be disposed thereon. The components (521) disposed on the second surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) of the substrate (240) may be attached to the housing (401) by a first adhesive member (523) (e.g., an elastic adhesive). In one embodiment, a first pressure sensor (410a) may be disposed between at least a portion of the second surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) of the substrate (240) and at least a portion of the housing (401). The wearable electronic device (200) may be worn on a user's finger, and the finger may come into contact with a second optical sensor (250b). In one embodiment, the first pressure sensor (410a) may detect (or sense) pressure (501) occurring between the housing (401) and the user's finger. Based on detecting pressure (501), the first pressure sensor (410a) can transmit a pressure value corresponding to the detected pressure (501) to a processor (e.g., processor (350) of FIG. 3).

[0137] Figure 5 according to one embodiment <530> Referring to the first surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ①) and the second surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) of the substrate (240), components (521) may be disposed therein. In one embodiment, a first-1 pressure sensor (410aa) may be disposed between at least a portion of the second surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) of the substrate (240) and at least a portion of the housing (401). Not limited thereto, a first-2 pressure sensor (410ab) may be further disposed between at least another portion of the second surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) of the substrate (240) and at least another portion of the housing (401). The wearable electronic device (200) may be worn on a user's finger, and the finger may come into contact with a second optical sensor (250b). In one embodiment, the first-1 pressure sensor (410aa) and the first-2 pressure sensor (410ab) can detect (or sense) pressure (501) occurring between the housing (401) and the user's finger. Based on detecting the pressure (501), the first-1 pressure sensor (410aa) and the first-2 pressure sensor (410ab) can transmit a pressure value corresponding to the detected pressure (501) to the processor (350).

[0138] Figure 5 according to one embodiment <540> Referring to the first surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ①) and the second surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) of the substrate (240), components (521) may be disposed thereon. A first pressure sensor (410a) may be disposed on at least a portion of the first surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ①) of the substrate (240). The wearable electronic device (200) may be worn on a user's finger, and the finger may come into contact with a second optical sensor (250b). In one embodiment, the first pressure sensor (410a) may detect (or sense) pressure (501) occurring between the housing (401) and the user's finger. Based on detecting the pressure (501), the first pressure sensor (410a) may transmit a pressure value corresponding to the detected pressure (501) to the processor (350).

[0139] Figure 5 according to one embodiment <550> Referring to the first surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ①) and the second surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) of the substrate (240), components (521) may be placed thereon. The components (521) placed on the second surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) of the substrate (240) may be attached to the housing (401) by a second adhesive member (551) (e.g., adhesive). A first pressure sensor (410a) may be placed on at least a portion of the first surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ①) of the substrate (240). The wearable electronic device (200) may be worn on a user's finger, and the finger may come into contact with a second optical sensor (250b). In one embodiment, the first pressure sensor (410a) may detect (or sense) pressure (501) occurring between the housing (401) and the user's finger. The first pressure sensor (410a) can transmit a pressure value corresponding to the pressure (501) to the processor (350) based on detecting the pressure (501).

[0140] Figure 5 according to one embodiment <560> Referring to the first surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ①) and the second surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) of the substrate (240), components (521) may be placed thereon. The components (521) placed on the second surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) of the substrate (240) may be attached to the housing (401) by a first adhesive member (523) (e.g., an elastic adhesive). A first pressure sensor (410a) may be placed on at least a portion of the second surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) of the substrate (240). The first pressure sensor (410a) may be attached to the housing (401) through a second adhesive member (551). The wearable electronic device (200) may be worn on a user's finger, and the finger may come into contact with a second optical sensor (250b). In one embodiment, the first pressure sensor (410a) can detect (or sense) pressure (501) occurring between the housing (401) and the user's finger. Based on detecting the pressure (501), the first pressure sensor (410a) can transmit a pressure value corresponding to the detected pressure (501) to the processor (350).

[0141] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device (200) shown along line 6-6' of FIG. 4, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0142] In one embodiment, a wearable electronic device (e.g., the wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 and FIG. 4) may include a housing (401) (e.g., the housing (201) of FIG. 2), a charging circuit (420) (or electrode portion) formed to protrude in the direction of an opening (e.g., the opening (2001) of FIG. 2 and FIG. 4), a second pressure sensor (e.g., the second pressure sensor (410b) of FIG. 4) disposed in close proximity to the charging circuit (420), and / or a substrate (240). In one embodiment, the area in the internal space of the housing (401) where the substrate (240) is disposed may include a molding portion (405) (e.g., resin) formed to surround at least one component disposed on the substrate (240) in order to secure the component.

[0143] In FIG. 6 according to one embodiment, when looking at the wearable electronic device (200) along line 6-6' of FIG. 4, direction ① may mean the -xy axis direction of FIG. 4, and direction ② may mean the -yx axis direction of FIG. 4.

[0144] Figure 6 according to one embodiment <610> Referring to the above, a charging circuit (420) may be disposed on a first surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., a surface facing direction ①), and a component (613) may be disposed on a second surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., a surface facing direction ②). The component (613) disposed on the second surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., a surface facing direction ②) may be attached to the housing (401) by a first adhesive member (611) (e.g., an elastic adhesive). In one embodiment, a second pressure sensor (410b) may be disposed between at least a portion of the second surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., a surface facing direction ②) and at least a portion of the housing (401). The wearable electronic device (200) may be worn on a user's finger, and the finger may come into contact with the charging circuit (420) formed to protrude in the direction of the opening (2001). In one embodiment, the second pressure sensor (410b) can detect (or sense) pressure (601) occurring between the housing (401) and the user's finger. Based on detecting the pressure (601), the second pressure sensor (410b) can transmit a pressure value corresponding to the detected pressure (601) to the processor (350).

[0145] Figure 6 according to one embodiment <630> Referring to the first surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., the surface facing direction ①), a charging circuit (420) may be disposed therein, and a component (613) may be disposed therein on the second surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., the surface facing direction ②). In one embodiment, a second-1 pressure sensor (410ba) may be disposed between at least a portion of the second surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) and at least a portion of the housing (401). This is not limited thereto, but a second-2 pressure sensor (410bb) may be further disposed between at least another portion of the second surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) and at least another portion of the housing (401). The wearable electronic device (200) may be worn on a user's finger, and the finger may come into contact with the charging circuit (420) formed to protrude in the direction of the opening (2001). In one embodiment, the second-1 pressure sensor (410ba) and the second-2 pressure sensor (410bb) can detect (or sense) pressure (601) occurring between the housing (401) and the user's finger. Based on detecting the pressure (601), the second-1 pressure sensor (410ba) and the second-2 pressure sensor (410bb) can transmit a pressure value corresponding to the detected pressure (601) to the processor (350).

[0146] Figure 6 according to one embodiment <650> Referring to the, a charging circuit (420) may be disposed on a first surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., a surface facing direction ①), and a plurality of components (6131, 6133) may be disposed on a second surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., a surface facing direction ②). The plurality of components (6131, 6133) may be disposed spaced apart from each other on the second surface of the substrate (240). The plurality of components (6131, 6133) may be attached to the housing (401) through a plurality of first adhesive members (6111, 6113) (e.g., elastic adhesives). In one embodiment, a second pressure sensor (410b) may be disposed between the plurality of components (6131, 6133) on the second surface of the second substrate (240b) (e.g., a surface facing direction ②). The second pressure sensor (410b) can be attached to the housing (401) via the second adhesive member (651). The wearable electronic device (200) can be worn on the user's finger, and the finger can come into contact with a charging circuit (420) formed to protrude in the direction of the opening (2001). In one embodiment, the second pressure sensor (410b) can detect (or sense) pressure (601) occurring between the housing (401) and the user's finger (e.g., bone). Based on detecting the pressure (601), the second pressure sensor (410b) can transmit a pressure value corresponding to the detected pressure (601) to the processor (350).

[0147] Figure 6 according to one embodiment <670> Referring to the first surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., the surface facing direction ①), a charging circuit (420) may be disposed thereon, and a component (613) may be disposed thereon on the second surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., the surface facing direction ②). In one embodiment, a second pressure sensor (410b) may be disposed on at least a portion of the second surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., the surface facing direction ②). The second pressure sensor (410b) may be attached to the housing (401) via a second adhesive member (651). The wearable electronic device (200) may be worn on a user's finger, and the finger may come into contact with the charging circuit (420) formed to protrude in the direction of the opening (2001). In one embodiment, the second pressure sensor (410b) may detect (or sense) pressure (601) occurring between the housing (401) and the user's finger (e.g., bone). The second pressure sensor (410b) can transmit a pressure value corresponding to the pressure (601) to the processor (350) based on detecting the pressure (601).

[0148] FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device (200) shown along line 7-7' of FIG. 4 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0149] In one embodiment, a wearable electronic device (e.g., the wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 and FIG. 4) may include a housing (401) (e.g., the housing (201) of FIG. 2), a connector (425), a fourth pressure sensor (e.g., the fourth pressure sensor (410d) of FIG. 4) disposed in proximity to the connector (425), a first substrate (240a), and / or a second substrate (240b). In one embodiment, the area in the internal space of the housing (401) where the first substrate (240a) and / or the second substrate (240b) is disposed may include a molding portion (405) (e.g., resin) formed to surround at least one component disposed on the first substrate (240a) and / or the second substrate (240b) in order to secure said component.

[0150] In FIG. 7 according to one embodiment, when looking at the wearable electronic device (200) along line 7-7' of FIG. 4, direction ① may mean the x-axis direction of FIG. 4, and direction ② may mean the -x-axis direction of FIG. 4.

[0151] Figure 7 according to one embodiment <710> Referring to the connector (425), the connector (425) may be positioned between the first substrate (240a) and the second substrate (240b). A fourth pressure sensor (410d) may be positioned on at least a portion of the first surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ①) of the first substrate (240a). The second surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) of the second substrate (240b) may be attached to the housing (401) via a first adhesive member (711) (e.g., an elastic adhesive). The wearable electronic device (200) may be worn on a user's finger, and the fourth pressure sensor (410d) may detect (or sense) pressure (701) occurring between the housing (401) and the user's finger. Based on detecting the pressure (701), the fourth pressure sensor (410d) may transmit a pressure value corresponding to the detected pressure (701) to the processor (350).

[0152] Figure 7 according to one embodiment <730> Referring to the connector (425), the connector (425) may be positioned between the first substrate (240a) and the second substrate (240b). A fourth pressure sensor (410d) may be positioned on at least a portion of the second surface (e.g., the surface facing direction ②) of the first substrate (240a). The fourth pressure sensor (410d) may be attached to the housing (401) via a first adhesive member (711) (e.g., an elastic adhesive). The wearable electronic device (200) may be worn on a user's finger, and the fourth pressure sensor (410d) may detect (or sense) pressure (701) occurring between the housing (401) and the user's finger. Based on detecting the pressure (701), the fourth pressure sensor (410d) may transmit a pressure value corresponding to the detected pressure (701) to the processor (350).

[0153] FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device (200) shown along line 8-8' of FIG. 4 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0154] In one embodiment, a wearable electronic device (e.g., the wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 and FIG. 4) may include a housing (401) (e.g., the housing (201) of FIG. 2), a battery (189), a fifth pressure sensor (e.g., the fifth pressure sensor (410e) of FIG. 4) positioned in close proximity to the battery (189), and / or a molding portion (405).

[0155] In FIG. 8 according to one embodiment, when looking at the wearable electronic device (200) along line 8-8' of FIG. 4, direction ① may mean the -y-axis direction of FIG. 4, and direction ② may mean the y-axis direction of FIG. 4.

[0156] Figure 8 according to one embodiment <810> Referring to the second side of the battery (189) (e.g., the side facing direction ②), a first adhesive member (811) (e.g., an elastic adhesive) may be attached. The battery (189) may be attached to the housing (401) through the first adhesive member (811). A flexible substrate (430) may be placed on the first side of the battery (189) (e.g., the side facing direction ①). A fifth pressure sensor (410e) may be placed on at least a portion of the first side of the flexible substrate (430) (e.g., the side facing direction ①). The wearable electronic device (200) may be worn on a user's finger, and the fifth pressure sensor (410e) may detect (or sense) pressure occurring between the housing (401) and the user's finger. Based on detecting pressure, the fifth pressure sensor (410e) may transmit a pressure value corresponding to the detected pressure to the processor (350).

[0157] Figure 8 according to one embodiment <830> Referring to the first side of the battery (189) (e.g., the side facing direction ①), a first flexible substrate (430a) may be disposed on the first side of the battery (189) (e.g., the side facing direction ②), and a second flexible substrate (430b) may be disposed on the second side of the battery (189) (e.g., the side facing direction ②). A fifth pressure sensor (410e) may be disposed on at least a portion of the second side of the second flexible substrate (430b) (e.g., the side facing direction ②). The fifth pressure sensor (410e) may be attached to the housing (401) via a first adhesive member (811) (e.g., an elastic adhesive). The wearable electronic device (200) may be worn on a user's finger, and the fifth pressure sensor (410e) may detect (or sense) pressure occurring between the housing (401) and the user's finger. The fifth pressure sensor (410e) can transmit a pressure value corresponding to the detected pressure to the processor (350) based on detecting pressure.

[0158] FIG. 9 is a flowchart illustrating a finger size detection method according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0159] In the following embodiments, each operation of FIG. 9 may be performed sequentially, but is not necessarily performed sequentially. For example, the order of each operation of FIG. 9 may be changed, and at least two operations may be performed in parallel.

[0160] According to one embodiment, operations 905 to 915 of FIG. 9 may be understood to be performed in a processor (e.g., processor (350) of FIG. 3) of a wearable electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 to 4).

[0161] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can obtain multiple pressure values ​​through multiple pressure sensors (e.g., pressure sensor (331) of FIG. 3, multiple pressure sensors (410) of FIG. 4) in operation 905.

[0162] In one embodiment, a plurality of pressure sensors (410) may be spaced apart and disposed within the internal space of the housing of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., the housing (201) of FIG. 2, the housing (401) of FIG. 4). For example, as seen in FIG. 4, the plurality of pressure sensors (410) may include a first pressure sensor (410a), a second pressure sensor (410b), a third pressure sensor (410c), a fourth pressure sensor (410d), and / or a fifth pressure sensor (410e). However, it is not limited thereto.

[0163] In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (200) may be worn on a part of the user's body, for example, a finger. When the wearable electronic device (200) is worn on the user's finger, a part of the finger may come into contact with the inner surface of the housing (201, 401) of the wearable electronic device (200).

[0164] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can compare a plurality of pressure values ​​obtained in operation 910. In operation 915, the processor (350) can determine that pressure corresponding to the finger size of a user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) has occurred if, based on the comparison result, the difference between the plurality of pressure values ​​is included within a specified range.

[0165] In one embodiment, pressure according to the user's finger size may include pressure according to finger swelling (or edema). For example, when the finger swells, the user's finger size may be larger than the user's finger size before swelling. As the user's finger size increases, pressure (e.g., force) may be applied from the inside of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (e.g., opening (2001) in FIG. 2 and FIG. 4)) to the outside of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., 451, 453, 455, 457, 459 in FIG. 4). In this case, each of the plurality of pressure sensors (410) (e.g., first pressure sensor (410a), second pressure sensor (410b), third pressure sensor (410c), fourth pressure sensor (410d), and fifth pressure sensor (410e)) may measure a pressure value corresponding to the pressure (e.g., force). When pressure (e.g., force) is applied from the inside (e.g., opening (2001)) of the wearable electronic device (200) to the outside direction of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., 451, 453, 455, 457, 459 of FIG. 4), the pressure values ​​measured through each of the plurality of pressure sensors (410) (e.g., first pressure sensor (410a), second pressure sensor (410b), third pressure sensor (410c), fourth pressure sensor (410d), and fifth pressure sensor (410e)) may have similar values. As the pressure values ​​measured through each of the multiple pressure sensors (410) (e.g., first pressure sensor (410a), second pressure sensor (410b), third pressure sensor (410c), fourth pressure sensor (410d), and fifth pressure sensor (410e)) have similar values, the difference between the multiple pressure values ​​may be included within a specified range.

[0166] In one embodiment, the processor (350) may determine that pressure due to finger swelling (or edema) has occurred, with the size of the finger of a user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) as the difference between a plurality of pressure values ​​falls within a specified range.

[0167] FIG. 10 is a flowchart illustrating a finger size detection method according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0168] In the following embodiments, each operation of FIG. 10 may be performed sequentially, but is not necessarily performed sequentially. For example, the order of each operation of FIG. 10 may be changed, and at least two operations may be performed in parallel.

[0169] According to one embodiment, operations 1010 to 1030 of FIG. 10 can be understood as being performed in a processor (e.g., processor (350) of FIG. 3) of a wearable electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 to 4).

[0170] Since the operations 1010 to 1025 of FIG. 10 according to one embodiment are substantially the same as the operations 905 to 915 of FIG. 9 described above, a detailed description thereof may be replaced by the description of FIG. 9.

[0171] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can obtain multiple pressure values ​​through multiple pressure sensors (e.g., pressure sensor (331) of FIG. 3, multiple pressure sensors (410) of FIG. 4) in operation 1010. The processor (350) can compare the obtained multiple pressure values ​​in operation 1015. In operation 1020, the processor (350) can check whether the difference between the multiple pressure values ​​falls within a specified range. If the difference between the multiple pressure values ​​falls within a specified range (e.g., YES in operation 1020), the processor (350) can determine in operation 1025 that pressure has occurred according to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200).

[0172] In one embodiment, pressure according to the size of the finger of a user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) may include pressure according to finger swelling (or edema).

[0173] In one embodiment, if the difference between a plurality of pressure values ​​is not included within a specified range (e.g., NO of operation 1020), the processor (350) may determine that pressure caused by user activity occurred in operation 1030.

[0174] In one embodiment, pressure caused by user activity may include pressure caused by user movement. However, it is not limited thereto. Pressure caused by user activity may also include user input for executing a specific function.

[0175] In one embodiment, pressure caused by user activity may include pressure (e.g., force) applied from outside the wearable electronic device (200) in the direction of the opening of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001) in FIG. 2 and FIG. 4) (e.g., 461, 463 in FIG. 4). In this case, the pressure values ​​measured through each of the plurality of pressure sensors (410) (e.g., first pressure sensor (410a), second pressure sensor (410b), third pressure sensor (410c), fourth pressure sensor (410d), and fifth pressure sensor (410e)) may have different values. For example, at least one or two pressure values ​​among the pressure values ​​measured through a plurality of pressure sensors (410) (e.g., a first pressure sensor (410a), a second pressure sensor (410b), a third pressure sensor (410c), a fourth pressure sensor (410d), and a fifth pressure sensor (410e)) may differ from at least two or three other pressure values. For example, among the plurality of pressure sensors (410), the pressure value measured by at least one pressure sensor that detects pressure (e.g., force) applied in the direction of the opening of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001) in FIG. 2 and FIG. 4) (e.g., 461, 463 in FIG. 4) from outside the wearable electronic device (200) may differ from the pressure values ​​measured by at least two pressure sensors that do not detect pressure (e.g., force) applied in the direction of the opening of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001) in FIG. 2 and FIG. 4) (e.g., 461, 463 in FIG. 4) from outside the wearable electronic device (200). Accordingly, the difference between the plurality of pressure values ​​may not be included within a specified range, and based on this, the processor (350) may determine that pressure has been generated by the user's activity.

[0176] In one embodiment, based on a plurality of pressure values, it was determined that pressure according to the user's finger size or pressure due to the user's activity was generated, but is not limited thereto.

[0177] For example, the processor (350) may determine whether pressure according to the size of the user's finger or pressure caused by the user's activity has occurred by using multiple pressure values ​​as well as blood flow information obtained through at least one biometric sensor (e.g., PPG sensor (231-1, 231-2, 231-3, 232-1, 232-2) of FIG. 2), temperature information obtained through a temperature sensor (e.g., temperature sensor (211) of FIG. 2), and / or electrical characteristics of the skin.

[0178] In one embodiment, when a user wears at least one second wearable electronic device (not shown) (e.g., a wearable electronic device worn on another finger, a wearable electronic device wearable on the wrist and / or ankle), the processor (350) may receive a plurality of pressure values, blood flow information, temperature information, and / or electrical characteristics of the skin from at least one second wearable electronic device. In this case, the processor (350) may determine whether pressure according to the user's finger size or pressure caused by the user's activity has occurred by considering the plurality of pressure values, blood flow information, temperature information, and / or electrical characteristics of the wearable electronic device (200), as well as the plurality of pressure values, blood flow information, temperature information, and / or electrical characteristics of the skin received from at least one second wearable electronic device.

[0179] FIG. 11 is a flowchart illustrating a method for outputting a notification related to the attachment and detachment of a wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0180] In the following embodiments, each operation of FIG. 11 may be performed sequentially, but is not necessarily performed sequentially. For example, the order of each operation of FIG. 11 may be changed, and at least two operations may be performed in parallel.

[0181] According to one embodiment, operations 1105 to 1130 of FIG. 11 may be understood to be performed in a processor (e.g., processor (350) of FIG. 3) of a wearable electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 to 4).

[0182] FIG. 11 according to one embodiment may be an additional operation of operation 1025 of FIG. 9 or FIG. 10 described above.

[0183] In one embodiment, the processor (350) may obtain a reference pressure value based on a plurality of pressure values ​​obtained through a plurality of pressure sensors (e.g., pressure sensor (331) of FIG. 3, a plurality of pressure sensors (410) of FIG. 4) in operation 1105. For example, the reference pressure value may include a minimum pressure value, a maximum pressure value, a mode pressure value, an intermediate pressure value, a final pressure value, or an average pressure value among the plurality of pressure values. However, it is not limited thereto.

[0184] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can estimate the level of swelling of the user's finger based on a reference pressure value in operation 1110. In operation 1115, the processor (350) can store the estimated level of swelling of the user's finger in memory (e.g., memory (320) of FIG. 3). For example, the processor (350) can score the level of swelling of the user's finger based on the reference pressure value and store it in memory (320).

[0185] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can determine in operation 1120 whether the swelling level exceeds a first specified swelling level or whether the swelling change amount exceeds a specified swelling change amount.

[0186] In one embodiment, if the swelling level exceeds a first specified swelling level or the amount of swelling change exceeds a specified amount of swelling change (e.g., YES of operation 1120), the processor (350) can determine in operation 1125 whether the swelling level is predicted to exceed a second specified swelling level within a specific time.

[0187] In one embodiment, if it is predicted that the swelling level will exceed the second specified swelling level within a specific time (e.g., YES of operation 1125), the processor (350) may output a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) in operation 1130. For example, if it is predicted that the swelling level will exceed the second specified swelling level within a specific time (e.g., about 1 hour), the processor (350) may determine that it is difficult to remove the wearable electronic device (200) within a specific time (e.g., about 1 hour) and output a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device (200).

[0188] For example, the processor (350) may emit light through a light-emitting PPG sensor (e.g., the light-emitting PPG sensors (231-1, 231-2, 231-3) of FIG. 2) to output a notification that induces the removal of the wearable electronic device (200). It is not limited thereto. For example, if the wearable electronic device (200) includes a speaker (e.g., the acoustic output module (155) of FIG. 1), the processor (350) may output a notification that induces the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) through the speaker. In one embodiment, the processor (350) may output a notification that induces the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) through a haptic module (179). In one embodiment, when communication is established with at least one external electronic device (e.g., a smartphone, a smart watch, and / or a wireless audio device), a signal related thereto may be transmitted to at least one external electronic device to output a notification inducing the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) through the communication-established at least one external electronic device.

[0189] In one embodiment, although not illustrated, if the detachment of the wearable electronic device (200) is not detected even though there is a situation where the wearable electronic device (200) is difficult to detach (e.g., a situation where high pressure is expected that makes it difficult for a finger to come off the wearable electronic device (200)), the processor (350) can acquire multiple pressure values ​​through multiple pressure sensors (410) at specified time intervals. Based on the acquired multiple pressure values, if the processor (350) determines that the wearable electronic device (200) is in a situation where it can be detached, it can output a notification related to the detachment of the wearable electronic device (200).

[0190] In one embodiment, if the swelling level does not exceed a first specified swelling level or the swelling change amount does not exceed a specified swelling change amount (e.g., NO of operation 1120), the processor (350) may branch to operation 905 (or operation 1010) to obtain multiple pressure values ​​through multiple pressure sensors (410).

[0191] In one embodiment, if the swelling level does not exceed a second specified swelling level within a specific time (e.g., NO of operation 1125), the processor (350) may branch to operation 905 (or operation 1010) to obtain multiple pressure values ​​through multiple pressure sensors (410).

[0192] In one embodiment, although not illustrated, the processor (350) may analyze changes in finger swelling and provide guidance information to the user. For example, the processor (350) may record changes in finger swelling on a daily, weekly, monthly, and / or yearly basis and may analyze changes in finger swelling on a daily, weekly, monthly, and / or yearly basis. Based on the analyzed changes in finger swelling, the processor (350) may provide guidance information suitable for the user. For example, the guidance information may include the time when finger swelling mainly occurs and / or the cause of finger swelling. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, the processor (350) may provide the user with information on when finger swelling occurs during the day, for example, morning, lunchtime, or late night. In one embodiment, the processor (350) may predict (or estimate) the cause of finger swelling based on female cycles, stress records, and / or exercise records, and provide the user with the cause of finger swelling.

[0193] In one embodiment, although not illustrated, if dietary information is stored in memory (320), the processor (350) may refer to the dietary information and provide the user with food presumed to have caused swelling of the finger. Accordingly, the user may be able to correct their dietary habits.

[0194] FIG. 12 is a flowchart illustrating a method for providing an exercise guide according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0195] In the following embodiments, each operation of FIG. 12 may be performed sequentially, but is not necessarily performed sequentially. For example, the order of each operation of FIG. 12 may be changed, and at least two operations may be performed in parallel.

[0196] According to one embodiment, operations 1205 to 1215 of FIG. 12 may be understood to be performed in a processor (e.g., processor (350) of FIG. 3) of a wearable electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 to 4).

[0197] FIG. 12 according to one embodiment may be an additional operation of the operation 1030 of FIG. 10 described above.

[0198] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can obtain movement information of the wearable electronic device (200) through a motion sensor (e.g., the motion sensor (335) of FIG. 3) in operation 1205. In one embodiment, the motion sensor (335) may include at least one of a 3-axis sensor, a 6-axis sensor, an accelerometer, or a gyroscope. The processor (350) can obtain movement information of the wearable electronic device (200) through the motion sensor (335). For example, the movement information of the wearable electronic device (200) obtained through the motion sensor (335) may include acceleration information of the wearable electronic device (200), posture information (e.g., angle information, direction information), and / or coordinate information according to the movement of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., gesture information, movement information). However, it is not limited thereto.

[0199] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can determine the type of movement based on the movement information of the wearable electronic device (200) and a plurality of pressure sensor information in the operation.

[0200] For example, the processor (350) can measure changes in movement of the wearable electronic device (200) based on movement information of the wearable electronic device (200). The processor (350) can measure changes in multiple pressure values ​​based on multiple pressure sensor information obtained through multiple pressure sensors (e.g., pressure sensor (331) of FIG. 3, multiple pressure sensors (410) of FIG. 4). For example, the processor (350) can obtain multiple pressure values ​​through multiple pressure sensors (e.g., pressure sensor (331) of FIG. 3, multiple pressure sensors (410) of FIG. 4) at specified time intervals (e.g., time interval set on the wearable electronic device (200) or time interval set by the user) (or periods). The processor (350) can store the multiple pressure sensor values ​​obtained at specified time intervals as multiple pressure sensor information in memory (e.g., memory (320) of FIG. 3). The processor (350) can measure changes in multiple pressure values ​​based on multiple pressure sensor information.

[0201] In one embodiment, the memory (320) may store a learning model for each exercise type that has learned changes in pressure values ​​and / or changes in movement according to the movement of each exercise type. Exercise types may include bare-hand exercises (e.g., push-ups, mountain climbers, sit-ups), equipment exercises (e.g., rowing machine, pull-ups, bench press), and / or ball sports (e.g., golf, baseball, tennis). However, they are not limited thereto.

[0202] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can determine a type of motion corresponding to a change in movement of the measured wearable electronic device (200) and a change in a plurality of pressure values ​​based on a learning model for each type of motion stored in memory (320).

[0203] In one embodiment, the processor (350) may provide information related to the determined exercise type in the 1215 operation. When the exercise type is determined, the processor (350) may obtain movement information and / or pressure values ​​related to the exercise performance using a motion sensor (335) and / or a plurality of pressure sensors (410). Based on the obtained movement information and / or pressure values ​​related to the exercise performance, the processor (350) may analyze whether the exercise is strenuous on the fingers or hands and provide information related to the exercise type, for example, the risk of finger injury, to the user. Not limited thereto, the processor (350) may provide count information (e.g., push-up count information, sit-up count information) and / or posture guide information to the user based on the obtained movement information and / or pressure values ​​related to the exercise performance.

[0204] As seen in FIGS. 9, 10, 11, and 12 according to various embodiments, the wearable electronic device (200) can distinguish pressure according to finger size or pressure according to user activity based on multiple pressure values ​​obtained through multiple pressure sensors. If the wearable electronic device (200) confirms that pressure according to finger size (e.g., pressure due to finger edema (or swelling)) is detected based on multiple pressure values, it can provide a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device so that the user does not feel pain in the finger wearing the wearable electronic device. If the wearable electronic device (200) confirms that pressure according to user activity is detected based on multiple pressure values, or if an activity, e.g., an exercise state, is detected, it can provide a notification related to the exercise state so that the user can assist in performing exercise.

[0205] FIG. 13 is a drawing for explaining a method of providing a notification based on daily recorded user finger swelling information according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0206] FIG. 14 is a drawing for explaining a method of providing a notification based on time-recorded user finger swelling information according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0207] According to one embodiment, FIG. 13 is a graph showing swelling information of a user's finger recorded by date, and FIG. 14 is a graph showing swelling information of a user's finger recorded by time.

[0208] Referring to FIG. 13, the x-axis represents daily (1310) and the y-axis represents the average value (kPa) (1320) of the pressure sensor. Referring to FIG. 14, the x-axis represents time (1410) and the y-axis represents the average value (kPa) (1420) of the pressure sensor.

[0209] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 14, in one embodiment, a plurality of reference pressure values ​​may be set to determine the swelling level of a user. For example, the plurality of reference pressure values ​​may include a minimum pressure average reference pressure value (1330) (e.g., about 0.2 kPa), an absolute swelling detection pressure value (1335) (e.g., about 2.0 kPa), a relative swelling detection pressure value (1340) (e.g., about 2.2 kPa), and a pain detection pressure value (1345) (e.g., about 20 kPa) on a daily basis.

[0210] In FIG. 13 and FIG. 14 according to one embodiment, when the level of swelling of the finger is greater than or equal to the relative swelling detection pressure value (1340), it is assumed that finger swelling has been detected and will be explained.

[0211] In FIG. 13 and FIG. 14 according to one embodiment, there were evening gatherings (e.g., company dinners, parties, drinking appointments) on the 1st, 7th, 12th, 19th, and 26th days, and the 4th to 8th days may be the female cycle.

[0212] In one embodiment, the processor (e.g., the processor (350) of FIG. 3) can determine, based on the daily median (1445) and considering the evening gathering, that swelling of the finger due to salt intake at night occurred on the 1st day (1351), 7th day (1353), 12th day (1355), 19th day (1357), and 26th day (1359), and that swelling of the finger due to the female cycle occurred on the 4th to 8th days.

[0213] In one embodiment, when the user inputs the food consumed, the processor (350) may provide the user with the food that caused the swelling of the finger. This is not limited thereto, and the processor (350) may estimate the cause of the swelling of the finger by checking dinner appointment information in the calendar or messages, or by checking late-night snack information through payment history and application usage information. Based on the cause of the swelling of the finger estimated through the late-night snack information, the processor (350) may provide the user with the food that caused the swelling of the finger.

[0214] In FIG. 13 according to one embodiment, it can be seen that on January 6, a pressure value (1353, 1460) exceeding a pain detection pressure value (1345) (e.g., about 20 kPa) is detected. In this case, the processor (350) may use an absolute swelling detection pressure value (1335) (e.g., about 2.0 kPa) to induce removal so that the user can remove the wearable electronic device (200) in advance by confirming the possibility of finger pain due to swelling of the finger. For example, if an absolute swelling detection pressure value (1335) (e.g., about 2.0 kPa) is used, a notification regarding the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) may be output when the swelling level of the finger reaches about 18 kPa (1455), which is about 90% of the pain detection pressure value (1345) (e.g., about 20 kPa) (1465) (e.g., 4:00 AM on January 6). This is not limited to this, but the processor (350) may also output a notification regarding the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) before a specific time (e.g., 1 hour) based on a trend. For example, by using a logarithmic trend, it is predicted that the pain detection pressure value (1345) (e.g., about 20 kPa) will be reached at 6 a.m., and a notification regarding the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) may be output at 5 a.m., which is a specific time (e.g., 1 hour) before.

[0215] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can predict the timing of finger swelling through learning (e.g., substantially the same as the female cycle) when it is determined from data over several months that finger pain may occur according to a monthly cycle, and provide the user with the possibility of finger pain in advance before going to sleep. For example, the processor (350) can predict that finger pain may occur during the female cycle from January 4 to 8 and provide the user with a notification recommending that the wearable electronic device (200) be removed and the user go to sleep on the evening of January 3.

[0216] In one embodiment, when using a relative swelling detection pressure value (1340) (e.g., about 2.2 kPa), the reference pressure value can be personalized. For example, pressure changes due to swelling of the finger may have a large daily / monthly range of variation and a large trend of increase or decrease, whereas in the case of a situation where the finger width has increased (e.g., a situation where the finger width increases due to weight gain or loss, or a situation where the finger width increases due to growth), the trend direction may be constant or the level of change may be small. Taking this into account, the daily median and maximum values ​​due to swelling of the finger may be changed. In one embodiment, although the minimum pressure value may change over a certain period, if the pressure value does not drop and remains constant for a certain period, the processor (350) may determine that the finger width has increased rather than the finger swelling and provide a notification suggesting a size exchange of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., a notification suggesting wearing a wearable electronic device (200) that is one size larger (or one size smaller).

[0217] FIG. 15 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device (200) viewed from the front, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0218] Referring to FIG. 15, the wearable electronic device (200) may include at least some similarities to the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 and / or the wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 and FIG. 4, or may further include other embodiments of the electronic device and / or the wearable electronic device.

[0219] The wearable electronic device (200) illustrated in FIG. 15 according to one embodiment may include a ring-type (e.g., ring shape, ring form) wearable electronic device. The housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., the housing (201) of FIG. 2) may be formed of a metal material. For example, at least a portion (1510) of the housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200) illustrated in FIG. 15 according to one embodiment may be formed of a flexible material.

[0220] In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (200) may include at least one distance detection sensor (e.g., the distance detection sensor (333) of FIG. 3). For example, the at least one distance detection sensor may include a distance measuring sensor (1530), and / or a strain sensor (1520) (or a resistance sensor, a capacitance sensor). However, it is not limited thereto.

[0221] In one embodiment, the distance measuring sensor (1530) may be placed in the internal space (1511) of at least a portion (1510) of the housing (401) formed of a flexible material. For example, the distance measuring sensor (1530) may be placed on one side of at least a portion of the housing (401) formed of a flexible material. The other side of at least a portion of the housing (401) may be formed as a flexible portion (1540).

[0222] In one embodiment, the distance measuring sensor (1530) can measure the distance between at least one side of a portion of the housing (401) and at least one other side (or flexible portion (1540)) of a portion of the housing (401).

[0223] In one embodiment, the distance measuring sensor (1530) may include a light-emitting part and a light-receiving part. In one embodiment, the light-emitting part may generate a light signal (e.g., LED, laser, VCSEL) or an acoustic signal (e.g., sound, ultrasound, surface acoustic wave (SAW), body acoustic wave (BAW). The light-receiving part may include an image sensor comprising a plurality of photodiodes or a plurality of pixels.

[0224] In one embodiment, a light-emitting part may be disposed on one side of at least a portion of a housing (401) formed of a flexible material, and a light-receiving part may be disposed on the other side of at least a portion of the housing (401). In this case, the processor (350) may cause a light signal to be emitted through the light-emitting part. The light-receiving part may receive at least a portion of the light signal emitted from the light-emitting part. Based on at least a portion of the light signal received through the light-receiving part, the processor (350) may measure the distance between one side of at least a portion of the housing (401) and the other side of at least a portion of the housing (401) (or the flexible part (1540)).

[0225] This is not limited thereto, and a light-emitting part and a light-receiving part may be disposed on at least one side of a portion of a housing (401) formed of a flexible material, and a reflective part may be disposed on at least one side of a portion of the housing (401). In this case, the processor (350) may cause a light signal to be emitted through the light-emitting part. At least a portion of the light signal emitted from the light-emitting part may be reflected by the reflective part and received by the light-receiving part. Based on at least a portion of the light signal received through the light-receiving part, the processor (350) may measure the distance between at least one side of a portion of the housing (401) and at least one side of a portion of the housing (401) (or the flexible part (1540)).

[0226] In one embodiment, when a light signal is emitted through a light-emitting unit, a light-receiving unit can detect (or confirm) that the center of the received light is moving away from the center of the wearable electronic device (200). In one embodiment, in the case of a sound wave signal, a change in pressure value can be estimated through a shift of the peak wavelength, a change in intensity, a change in phase, a calculation of the time of arrival, or a combination thereof.

[0227] In one embodiment, the light-emitting part may generate a light signal, and the generated light signal may be reflected by the reflecting part, and by the light-receiving part detecting the reflected light, the distance between at least one side of the housing (401) and at least one other side of the housing (401) (or the flexible part (1540)) can be measured.

[0228] In one embodiment, when the distance between at least one side of the housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200) and at least the other side (or flexible part (1540)) of the housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200) exceeds a specified distance due to pressure (e.g., force) applied from the inside of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001) of FIG. 3) to the outside direction (1550) of the wearable electronic device (200), the processor (350) may determine that pressure has been generated according to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200).

[0229] In one embodiment, when the distance between at least one side of the housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200) and at least the other side (or soft part (1540)) of the housing (401) does not exceed a specified distance due to pressure (e.g., force) applied from the outside of the wearable electronic device (200) toward the inside (e.g., opening (2001)) of the wearable electronic device (200), the processor (350) may determine that pressure has been generated by the user's activity.

[0230] In one embodiment, the strain sensor (1520) may be placed in the internal space (1511) of at least a portion (1510) of the housing (401) formed of a flexible material. For example, the strain sensor (1520) may electrically connect one side of at least a portion of the housing (401) and the other side of at least a portion of the housing (401). Not limited thereto, a resistance sensor or a capacitance sensor may be placed in the internal space (1511) of at least a portion (1510) of the housing (401) instead of the strain sensor (1520).

[0231] In one embodiment, a strain sensor (1520), a resistance sensor, or a capacitance sensor may detect a change in curvature of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., a change in curvature of at least a portion of the housing (401) formed of a flexible material). Based on the change in curvature of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., a change in curvature of at least a portion of the housing (401) formed of a flexible material) detected through the strain sensor (1520), the resistance sensor, or the capacitance sensor, the processor (350) may determine whether pressure has occurred due to the size of the finger of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) or due to the user's activity. For example, the processor (350) can determine whether pressure is generated according to the size of the finger of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) or pressure is generated due to the user's activity, based on the direction in which the wearable electronic device (200) changes due to the change in curvature of the wearable electronic device (200) detected through the strain sensor (1520).

[0232] In one embodiment, when a change in curvature of the wearable electronic device (200) exceeds a specified change value due to pressure (e.g., force) applied from the inside (e.g., opening (2001)) of the wearable electronic device (200) to the outside direction (1550) of the wearable electronic device (200), the processor (350) may determine that pressure has occurred according to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200).

[0233] In one embodiment, if the change in curvature of the wearable electronic device (200) does not exceed a specified change value due to pressure (e.g., force) applied from the outside of the wearable electronic device (200) toward the inside of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001)) (1560), the processor (350) may determine that pressure has been generated by the user's activity.

[0234] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can detect a change in resistance due to bending of the resistance circuit pattern through a resistance sensor to determine whether pressure has occurred due to the size of the finger of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) or due to the user's activity. In one embodiment, the processor (350) can detect a change in capacitance through a capacitance sensor to determine whether pressure has occurred due to the size of the finger of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) or due to the user's activity.

[0235] In one embodiment, when a change in resistance (or a change in capacitance detected through a capacitance sensor) due to bending of a resistance circuit pattern by a pressure (e.g., force) applied from the inside (e.g., opening (2001)) of the wearable electronic device (200) toward the outside (1550) of the wearable electronic device (200) exceeds a specified change value, the processor (350) may determine that pressure has occurred according to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200).

[0236] In one embodiment, if the change in resistance (or change in capacitance detected through a capacitance sensor) due to bending of the resistance circuit pattern by pressure (e.g., force) applied from the outside of the wearable electronic device (200) toward the inside of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001)) (1560) does not exceed a specified change value, the processor (350) may determine that pressure caused by user activity has occurred.

[0237] FIG. 16 is a cross-sectional view of a wearable electronic device (200) viewed from the front, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0238] Referring to FIG. 16, the wearable electronic device (200) may include at least some similarities to the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 and / or the wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 and FIG. 4, or may further include other embodiments of the electronic device and / or the wearable electronic device.

[0239] A wearable electronic device (200) illustrated in FIG. 16 according to one embodiment may include an opening (1611) formed in a portion area (1610) of a housing (401) (e.g., housing (201) of FIG. 2).

[0240] In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (200) may include at least one distance detection sensor (e.g., the distance detection sensor (333) of FIG. 3). For example, the at least one distance detection sensor may include a distance measuring sensor (1530) and / or a strain sensor (1520) (or a resistance sensor, a capacitance sensor). However, it is not limited thereto.

[0241] In one embodiment, the distance measuring sensor (1530) may be placed in the internal space of the housing (401) adjacent to the opening (1611). For example, the distance measuring sensor (1530) may be placed on one side of at least a portion of the housing (401) in the internal space of the housing (401). The distance measuring sensor (1530) may measure the distance between one side of at least a portion of the housing (401) and the other side of at least a portion of the housing (401). In one embodiment, the other side of at least a portion of the housing (401) may be formed as a flexible portion (1540).

[0242] In one embodiment, the distance measuring sensor (1530) may include a light-emitting part and a light-receiving part. For example, a light-emitting part may be disposed on one side of at least a portion of a housing (401) formed of a flexible material, and a light-receiving part may be disposed on the other side of at least a portion of the housing (401). This is not limited thereto, and a light-emitting part and a light-receiving part may be disposed on one side of at least a portion of a housing (401) formed of a flexible material, and a reflective part may be disposed on the other side of at least a portion of the housing (401).

[0243] In one embodiment, when the distance between at least one side of the housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200) and at least the other side of the housing (401) exceeds a specified distance due to pressure (e.g., force) applied from the inside of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001) of FIG. 3) to the outside direction (1620) of the wearable electronic device (200), the processor (350) may determine that pressure has been generated according to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200).

[0244] In one embodiment, when the distance between at least one side of the housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200) and at least the other side of the housing (401) does not exceed a specified distance due to pressure (e.g., force) applied from the outside of the wearable electronic device (200) toward the inside (e.g., opening (2001)) of the wearable electronic device (200), the processor (350) may determine that pressure has been generated by the user's activity.

[0245] FIG. 17 is a drawing illustrating various forms of a wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0246] Figure 17 <1710> Referring to the above, the housing (401) (e.g., the housing (201) of FIG. 2) of a wearable electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, the wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 to 4) may be formed of a metal material. At least a portion (1720) of the housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200) may be formed of a soft material, and at least a portion overlapping with the portion may be formed as an opening.

[0247] Figure 17 <1750> Referring to the wearable electronic device (200), at least a portion (1760) and at least another portion (1770) of the housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200) may be formed of a soft material.

[0248] FIG. 18 is a side view of a wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0249] Figure 18 according to various embodiments <1810> This is a side view of a wearable electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, the wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 to 4). FIG. 18 <1850> Silver, Fig. 17 <1710> This is a side view of the wearable electronic device (200) shown in the figure.

[0250] According to one embodiment of FIG. 18 <1810> Referring to the above, the housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., the housing (201) of FIG. 2) is formed of a metal material, and at least a portion (1510) of the housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200) may be formed of a soft material.

[0251] In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (200) may include at least one distance detection sensor (e.g., the distance detection sensor (333) of FIG. 3). For example, the at least one distance detection sensor may include a distance measuring sensor (1530) and / or a strain sensor (1520) (or a resistance sensor, a capacitance sensor). However, it is not limited thereto.

[0252] In one embodiment, the distance measuring sensor (1530) may be placed in the internal space (1511) of at least a portion (1510) of the housing (401) formed of a flexible material. In one embodiment, the other side of at least a portion of the housing (401) may be formed as a flexible portion (1540). For example, the distance measuring sensor (1530) may be placed on one side of at least a portion of the housing (401) formed of a flexible material. The distance measuring sensor (1530) can measure the distance (1820) between one side of at least a portion of the housing (401) and the other side (or flexible portion (1540)) of at least a portion of the housing (401). A processor (e.g., processor (350) of FIG. 3) can determine whether the distance (1860) measured through the distance measuring sensor (1530) exceeds a specified distance, and whether pressure is generated according to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) or due to the user's activity.

[0253] According to one embodiment of FIG. 18 <1850> Referring to the above, at least a portion (1720a) of the housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200) may be formed open, and at least another portion (1720b) ​​of the housing (401) may be formed of a flexible material. In one embodiment, at least a portion (1720a) of the housing (401) and at least another portion (1720b) ​​of the housing (401) may overlap each other when viewing the wearable electronic device (200) from the front. In one embodiment, at least one distance detection sensor (e.g., distance detection sensor (333) of FIG. 3), for example, a strain sensor (1520) (or a resistance sensor, a capacitance sensor) may be placed in the internal space of at least another portion (1720b) ​​of the housing (401) formed of a flexible material. In one embodiment, at least one distance detection sensor, for example, a distance measuring sensor (1530), may be disposed on one side of at least a portion (1720a) of the housing (401) formed in an open shape.

[0254] In one embodiment, a distance measuring sensor (1530) may measure a distance (1860) between one side of at least a portion of the housing (401) and the other side (or flexible portion (1540)) of at least a portion of the housing (401). Based on whether the distance (1860) measured by the distance measuring sensor (1530) exceeds a specified distance, the processor (350) may determine that pressure has occurred due to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) or due to the user's activity. Not limited thereto, a strain sensor (1520) may detect a change in curvature of the wearable electronic device (200). Based on whether the detected change in curvature of the wearable electronic device (200) exceeds a specified change value, the processor (350) may determine that pressure has occurred due to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) or due to the user's activity.

[0255] FIG. 19 is a drawing for explaining at least one distance detection sensor (333) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0256] FIG. 19, according to various embodiments, is a schematic diagram showing an unfolded configuration of a housing (401) (e.g., housing (201) of FIG. 2) and a substrate (240).

[0257] Referring to FIG. 19, a wearable electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, the wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 to 4) may include a substrate (240) disposed in the internal space of a housing (401). At least a portion of the housing (401) may be formed into a molding portion (405) that encloses the component included (or disposed) in the substrate (240) to secure it. In one embodiment, at least another portion of the housing (401) may be formed from a flexible material (1913).

[0258] In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (200) may include at least one distance detection sensor (e.g., the distance detection sensor (333) of FIG. 3).

[0259] For example, of Fig. 19 <1910> As illustrated in the figure, at least one distance detection sensor (333) may include a strain sensor (1520). The strain sensor (1520) may be connected to at least a portion of the substrate (240) and placed on at least another portion of the housing (401) formed of a flexible material (1913).

[0260] In one embodiment, of FIG. 19 <1950> As illustrated in Fig. 15, at least one distance detection sensor (333) may include a distance measuring sensor (e.g., the distance measuring sensor (1530) of Fig. 15). The distance measuring sensor (1530) may include a light-emitting part (1955) and a light-receiving part (1960). The light-emitting part (1955) and the light-receiving part (1960) may face each other when the wearable electronic device (200) is implemented in a ring shape.

[0261] FIG. 20 is a drawing for explaining a method for detecting finger size according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0262] In FIG. 20 according to various embodiments, the size of the wearable electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, the wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 to 4) has a radius of “10” (2001) (e.g., R10), and at least a portion of the housing of the wearable electronic device (200) formed of a flexible material (e.g., the housing (201) of FIG. 2, the housing (401) of FIG. 4) is described as being configured to be about 5 degrees.

[0263] Referring to FIG. 20, when the inner diameter of the wearable electronic device (200) measured by at least one distance detection sensor (e.g., distance detection sensor (333) of FIG. 3) increases by about 0.1 mm (2030), the size of the wearable electronic device (200) may have a radius of “10.1” (2030).

[0264] In one embodiment, a light-emitting part may be disposed on at least one side (2010) of a housing (401) formed of a flexible material, and a light-receiving part may be disposed on at least one other side (2005) of the housing (401).

[0265] According to one embodiment, the first distance (2040) at which a light signal emitted through a light-emitting part is received by a light-receiving part as the inner diameter of the wearable electronic device (200) changes may be greater than the second distance (2020) at which a light signal emitted through a light-emitting part is received by a light-receiving part when the inner diameter of the wearable electronic device (200) does not change. Based on the change in the distance at which the light signal reaches the wearable electronic device (200), the wearable electronic device (200) may determine that pressure is generated according to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200).

[0266] According to one embodiment, the first distance (2040) at which a light signal emitted through a light-emitting part is received by a light-receiving part as the inner diameter of the wearable electronic device (200) changes may be smaller than the second distance (2020) at which a light signal emitted through a light-emitting part is received by a light-receiving part when the inner diameter of the wearable electronic device (200) does not change. In this case, the processor (350) may determine that pressure is generated by the user's activity in the wearable electronic device (200).

[0267] FIG. 21 is a drawing for explaining a distance detection sensor (333) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0268] Figure 21 <2110> Referring to the above, a substrate (240) may be disposed in the internal space of a housing (401) (e.g., housing (201) of FIG. 2) of a wearable electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 to 4). The area in the internal space of the housing (401) where the substrate (240) is disposed may include a molding portion (405) (e.g., resin) formed to surround at least one component disposed on the substrate (240) in order to secure the component.

[0269] In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (200) may include a plurality of light receiving units. For example, a first light receiving unit (2115) may be disposed on a first surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., a surface facing direction ① (e.g., a surface facing the opening (2001) of FIG. 2), and a second light receiving unit (2120) may be disposed on a second surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., a surface facing direction ② (e.g., a surface facing in the opposite direction to the opening (2001) of FIG. 2). This is not limited thereto, and FIG. 21 <2130> Referring to the first surface of the substrate (240) (e.g., the surface facing direction ①), a plurality of light receiving parts (2135) (e.g., a light receiving part array) may be arranged.

[0270] Figure 21 <2150> Referring to the above, if the wearable electronic device (200) includes a plurality of light receiving units (2135) (e.g., a light receiving unit array), a light signal (2155) emitted through a light emitting unit (e.g., a light emitting unit (1955) of FIG. 19) can be reflected by a reflection unit (2160) and received by a plurality of light receiving units (2135) (e.g., a light receiving unit array).

[0271] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can determine whether pressure has been generated according to the size of the finger of a user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) or pressure has been generated due to the user's activity, based on a light signal received through a plurality of light receiving units (2135) (e.g., a light receiving unit array).

[0272] FIG. 22 is a flowchart illustrating a finger size detection method according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0273] In the following embodiments, each operation of FIG. 22 may be performed sequentially, but is not necessarily performed sequentially. For example, the order of each operation of FIG. 22 may be changed, and at least two operations may be performed in parallel.

[0274] According to one embodiment, operations 2205 to 2220 of FIG. 22 can be understood as being performed in a processor (e.g., processor (350) of FIG. 3) of a wearable electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 to 4).

[0275] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can measure the distance between the two ends of the housing of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., the housing (201) of FIG. 2, the housing (401) of FIG. 4) in operation 2205 through a distance detection sensor (e.g., the distance detection sensor (333) of FIG. 3). For example, the distance detection sensor (333) may be placed in the internal space of the housing (201, 401) near an opening formed in a part area of ​​the housing (201, 401) (e.g., the opening (1611) of FIG. 16). The processor (350) can measure the length between one end of the opening (1611) and the other end of the opening (1611) through the distance detection sensor (333).

[0276] In one embodiment, the processor (350) may determine in operation 2210 whether the distance between the two ends of the housing (201, 401) of the measured wearable electronic device (200) exceeds a specified distance. If it is determined that the distance between the two ends of the housing (201, 401) of the measured wearable electronic device (200) exceeds a specified distance (e.g., YES in operation 2210), the processor (350) may determine in operation 2215 that pressure has occurred according to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200). For example, if the distance between the two ends of the housing (201, 401) of the wearable electronic device (200) exceeds a specified distance due to pressure (e.g., force) applied from the inside of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001) in FIG. 3) to the outside of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., 1550 in FIG. 15, 1620 in FIG. 16), the processor (350) may determine that pressure has been generated according to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200).

[0277] In one embodiment, pressure according to the size of the finger of a user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) may include pressure according to finger swelling (or edema).

[0278] In one embodiment, if it is determined that the distance between the two ends of the housing (201, 401) of the measured wearable electronic device (200) does not exceed a specified distance (e.g., NO of operation 2210), the processor (350) may determine in operation 2220 that pressure caused by user activity has occurred. For example, if the distance between the two ends of the housing (201, 401) does not exceed a specified distance due to pressure (e.g., force) applied from the outside of the wearable electronic device (200) toward the inside of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., opening (2001)) (e.g., 1560 in FIG. 15, 1630 in FIG. 16), the processor (350) may determine that pressure caused by user activity has occurred.

[0279] In one embodiment, the pressure caused by the user's activity may include the pressure caused by the user's movement. However, it is not limited thereto.

[0280] In FIG. 22 according to various embodiments, it is described that an opening (1611) is formed in a part of the housing (201, 401), but this is not limited thereto. For example, the opening (1611) formed in a part of the housing (201, 401) may include a flexible material (e.g., a flexible part). In this case, a distance detection sensor (333) may be disposed on one side of the housing (201, 401) within the internal space of the flexible material (e.g., a flexible part) formed in a part of the housing (201, 401).

[0281] FIG. 23 is a flowchart illustrating a method for outputting a notification related to the attachment and detachment of a wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0282] In the following embodiments, each operation of FIG. 23 may be performed sequentially, but is not necessarily performed sequentially. For example, the order of each operation of FIG. 23 may be changed, and at least two operations may be performed in parallel.

[0283] According to one embodiment, operations 2305 to 2330 of FIG. 23 can be understood as being performed in a processor (e.g., processor (350) of FIG. 3) of a wearable electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 to 4).

[0284] FIG. 23 according to one embodiment may be an additional operation of operation 2215 of FIG. 22 described above.

[0285] In one embodiment, the processor (350) may obtain a reference distance in operation 2305 based on the distance between the two ends of the housing of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., the housing (201) in FIG. 2, the housing (401) in FIG. 4) measured by a distance detection sensor (e.g., the distance detection sensor (333) in FIG. 3). For example, the reference distance may include a minimum distance, a maximum distance, a mode distance, an intermediate distance, a final distance, or an average distance among the distances between the two ends of the plurality of measured housings (401). However, it is not limited thereto.

[0286] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can estimate the level of swelling of the user's finger based on a reference distance in operation 2310. In operation 2315, the processor (350) can store the estimated level of swelling of the user's finger in memory (e.g., memory (320) of FIG. 3). For example, the processor (350) can score the level of swelling of the user's finger based on the reference distance and store it in memory (320).

[0287] In one embodiment, the processor (350) can determine in the 2320 operation whether the swelling level exceeds a first specified swelling level or whether the swelling change amount exceeds a specified swelling change amount.

[0288] In one embodiment, if the swelling level exceeds a first specified swelling level or the amount of swelling change exceeds a specified amount of swelling change (e.g., YES of operation 2320), the processor (350) can determine in operation 2325 whether the swelling level is predicted to exceed a second specified swelling level within a specific time.

[0289] In one embodiment, if it is predicted that the swelling level will exceed the second specified swelling level within a specific time (e.g., YES of operation 2325), the processor (350) may output a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) in operation 2330. For example, if it is predicted that the swelling level will exceed the second specified swelling level within a specific time (e.g., about 1 hour), the processor (350) may determine that it is difficult to remove the wearable electronic device (200) within a specific time (e.g., about 1 hour) and output a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device (200).

[0290] For example, the processor (350) may emit light through a light-emitting PPG sensor (e.g., the light-emitting PPG sensors (231-1, 231-2, 231-3) of FIG. 2) to output a notification that induces the removal of the wearable electronic device (200). It is not limited thereto. For example, if the wearable electronic device (200) includes a speaker (e.g., the acoustic output module (155) of FIG. 1), the processor (350) may output a notification that induces the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) through the speaker. In one embodiment, the processor (350) may output a notification that induces the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) through a haptic module (179). In one embodiment, when communication is established with at least one external electronic device (e.g., a smartphone, a smart watch, and / or a wireless audio device), a signal related thereto may be transmitted to at least one external electronic device to output a notification inducing the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) through the communication-established at least one external electronic device.

[0291] In one embodiment, although not illustrated, if the detachment of the wearable electronic device (200) is not detected even when there is a situation where the wearable electronic device (200) is difficult to detach (e.g., a situation where high pressure is expected that makes it difficult for a finger to come off the wearable electronic device (200)), the processor (350) can measure the distance between the two ends of the housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200) through the distance detection sensor (333) at specified time intervals. Based on the measured distance between the two ends of the housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200), if the processor (350) determines that the wearable electronic device (200) is in a situation where it can be detached, it can output a notification related to the detachment of the wearable electronic device (200).

[0292] In one embodiment, if the swelling level does not exceed a first specified swelling level or the amount of swelling change does not exceed a specified amount of swelling change (e.g., NO of operation 2320), the processor (350) branches to operation 2205 to measure the distance between the two ends of the housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200) through the distance detection sensor (333).

[0293] In one embodiment, if the swelling level does not exceed a second specified swelling level within a specific time (e.g., NO of operation 2325), the processor (350) branches to operation 2205 to measure the distance between the two ends of the housing (401) of the wearable electronic device (200) through the distance detection sensor (333).

[0294] In one embodiment, although not illustrated, the processor (350) may analyze changes in finger swelling and provide guidance information to the user. For example, the processor (350) may record changes in finger swelling on a daily, weekly, monthly, and / or yearly basis and may analyze changes in finger swelling on a daily, weekly, monthly, and / or yearly basis. Based on the analyzed changes in finger swelling, the processor (350) may provide guidance information suitable for the user. For example, the guidance information may include the time when finger swelling mainly occurs and / or the cause of finger swelling. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, the processor (350) may provide the user with information on when finger swelling occurs during the day, for example, morning, lunchtime, or late night. In one embodiment, the processor (350) may predict (or estimate) the cause of finger swelling based on female cycles, stress records, and / or exercise records, and provide the user with the cause of finger swelling.

[0295] In one embodiment, although not illustrated, if dietary information is stored in memory (320), the processor (350) may refer to the dietary information and provide the user with food presumed to have caused swelling of the finger. Accordingly, the user may be able to correct their dietary habits.

[0296] As seen in FIG. 22 and FIG. 23 according to various embodiments, the wearable electronic device (200) can distinguish pressure according to finger size or pressure according to user activity based on distance information obtained through the distance detection sensor (333) (e.g., distance between one side of at least part of the housing (201) and the other side of at least part of the housing (201)). When the wearable electronic device (200) confirms that pressure according to finger size has been detected based on the distance information obtained through the distance detection sensor (333), it can provide a notification regarding the removal of the wearable electronic device so that the user does not feel pain in the finger wearing the wearable electronic device.

[0297] FIG. 24 is a drawing for explaining a method of providing a notification according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0298] Referring to FIG. 24, a wearable electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, the wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 to 4) may output a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) when it is predicted that the swelling level of the finger exceeds a first specified swelling level, or that the amount of swelling change exceeds a specified amount of swelling change, and that the swelling level exceeds a second specified swelling level within a specific time.

[0299] This is not limited thereto, and if the wearable electronic device (200) is connected to the first external electronic device (2400) in communication, it may output a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) through the first external electronic device (2400). For example, if the wearable electronic device (200) predicts that the swelling level of the finger exceeds a first specified swelling level, or that the amount of swelling change exceeds a specified amount of swelling change, and that the swelling level exceeds a second specified swelling level within a specific time, the wearable electronic device (200) may transmit a signal to the first external electronic device (2400) requesting the output of a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device (200). Based on receiving a signal from the wearable electronic device (200) requesting the output of a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device (200), the first external electronic device (2400) of FIG. 24 <2410> As illustrated in the figure, a user interface (2415) containing a notification regarding the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) can be displayed on a display (e.g., the display module (160) of FIG. 1). For example, the user interface (2415) containing a notification regarding the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) may include a graph (2420) indicating swelling of the user's finger in relation to the female cycle and information (2425) analyzing the swelling of the user's finger. However, it is not limited thereto.

[0300] In one embodiment, when a situation in which the width of the finger has increased rather than swelling of the finger (e.g., a situation in which the width of the finger increases due to weight gain or loss, or a situation in which the width of the finger increases due to growth) is detected, the wearable electronic device (200) may provide a notification suggesting a size exchange of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., a notification suggesting the wearing of a wearable electronic device (200) that is one size larger (or one size smaller). For example, if the wearable electronic device (200) changes the minimum pressure value for a certain period but the pressure value does not drop and remains constant for a certain period, it may determine that the width of the finger has increased rather than swelling of the finger and provide a notification suggesting a size exchange of the wearable electronic device (200).

[0301] It is not limited thereto, and when the wearable electronic device (200) is connected to the first external electronic device (2400) via communication, it may output a notification suggesting a size exchange of the wearable electronic device (200) through the first external electronic device (2400). For example, if the wearable electronic device (200) detects a situation where the width of the finger has increased rather than swelling of the finger (e.g., a situation where weight has been gained or lost, or a situation where the width of the finger increases due to growth), it may transmit a signal to the first external electronic device (2400) requesting the output of a notification suggesting a size exchange of the wearable electronic device (200). Based on receiving the signal requesting the output of a notification suggesting a size exchange of the wearable electronic device (200), the first external electronic device (2400) of FIG. 24 <2450> As illustrated in the figure, the wearable electronic device (200) may display a user interface (2455) on the display (160) that includes a notification suggesting a size exchange of the wearable electronic device (200). For example, the user interface (2455) that includes a notification suggesting a size exchange of the wearable electronic device (200) may include a graph (2460) indicating the condition of the user's finger and information (2465) suggesting a size exchange of the wearable electronic device (200). However, it is not limited thereto.

[0302] FIG. 25 is a drawing for explaining a method of providing a notification according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0303] Referring to FIG. 25, a wearable electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, the wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 to 4) can determine a type of movement based on movement information of the wearable electronic device (200) and information from a plurality of pressure sensors. For example, the wearable electronic device (200) can measure a change in movement of the wearable electronic device (200) based on movement information of the wearable electronic device (200) through a motion sensor (e.g., the motion sensor (335) of FIG. 3). The wearable electronic device (200) can measure a change in a plurality of pressure values ​​based on information from a plurality of pressure sensors obtained through a plurality of pressure sensors (e.g., the pressure sensor (331) of FIG. 3, the plurality of pressure sensors (410) of FIG. 4). For example, the multiple pressure sensor information may include multiple pressure values ​​obtained through multiple pressure sensors (e.g., pressure sensor (331) of FIG. 3, multiple pressure sensors (410) of FIG. 4) at specified time intervals (or specified periods).

[0304] In one embodiment, a memory (e.g., memory (320) of FIG. 3) may store a learning model for each exercise type that has learned changes in pressure values ​​and / or changes in movement according to the movement of each exercise type. Exercise types may include bodyweight exercises (e.g., push-ups, mountain climbers, sit-ups), equipment exercises (e.g., rowing machine, pull-ups, bench press), and / or ball sports (e.g., golf, baseball, tennis). However, they are not limited thereto.

[0305] In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (200) can determine an exercise type corresponding to changes in movement of the wearable electronic device (200) and changes in a plurality of pressure values ​​based on an exercise type-specific learning model stored in memory (320). The wearable electronic device (200) can provide information related to the determined exercise type. For example, the information related to the exercise type may include count information (e.g., push-up count information, sit-up count information) and / or posture guide information based on movement information and / or pressure values ​​according to the exercise performance.

[0306] This is not limited thereto, and if the wearable electronic device (200) is communicationally connected with a second external electronic device (2500) (e.g., a smart watch), it may also provide information related to the exercise type through the second external electronic device (2500). For example, the wearable electronic device (200) may transmit a signal requesting the output of information related to the exercise type to the second external electronic device (2500). Based on receiving the signal requesting the output of information related to the exercise type from the wearable electronic device (200), the second external electronic device (2500) of FIG. 25 <2510> and <2530> As illustrated in the figure, a user interface (2515, 2535) containing information related to an exercise type can be displayed on a display (e.g., the display module (160) of FIG. 1). For example, the user interface (2515, 2535) containing information related to an exercise type may include exercise time information, calorie information, and / or count information (e.g., number of repetitions, sets). However, it is not limited thereto.

[0307] In one embodiment, information related to the type of exercise may include information on the risk of finger injury. For example, the wearable electronic device (200) may analyze whether the exercise is strenuous on the finger or hand based on movement information and / or pressure values ​​during exercise performance, and provide information related to the type of exercise, for example, information on the risk of finger injury, to the user.

[0308] This is not limited thereto, but if the wearable electronic device (200) is communicationally connected with a second external electronic device (2500) (e.g., a smart watch), it may provide information related to the type of exercise, for example, information on the risk of finger injury, through the second external electronic device (2500). For example, the wearable electronic device (200) may transmit a signal requesting the output of information on the risk of finger injury to the second external electronic device (2500). Based on receiving the signal requesting the output of information related to the type of exercise, for example, information on the risk of finger injury, from the wearable electronic device (200), the second external electronic device (2500) of FIG. 25 <2550> As illustrated in [Image], a user interface (2555) containing information related to the type of exercise, for example, information on the risk of finger injury, can be displayed on the display (160).

[0309] As seen in FIG. 24 and FIG. 25 according to various embodiments, when communication is connected with at least one external electronic device, the user can intuitively check the current state (e.g., finger state, exercise state) by providing a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device, information suggesting a size exchange of the wearable electronic device (200), or information related to the type of exercise through at least one external electronic device.

[0310] FIG. 26 is a drawing illustrating user input for executing a specific function as an example of pressure by user activity according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0311] In FIG. 12 and FIG. 25 according to various embodiments, information related to the type of exercise based on the pressure from the user's exercise is described as an example of pressure from the user's activity, but is not limited thereto. For example, the pressure from the user's activity may include user input for executing a specific function.

[0312] For example, referring to FIG. 26, a wearable electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, the wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 to 4) may be worn on a user's finger (2610). The wearable electronic device (200) may detect user input on the outer surface of the housing of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., the housing (201) of FIG. 2) while the wearable electronic device (200) is worn on the user's finger (2610) (e.g., the surface that does not come into contact with the finger when the wearable electronic device (200) is worn on the user's finger (e.g., the outer surface). For example, user input may include pressure (e.g., force) applied to the outer surface of the housing (201) of the wearable electronic device (200) by the user's other finger. For example, a specific function that is performed when pressure (e.g., force) is applied to the outer surface of the housing (201) of the wearable electronic device (200) may be pre-set. For example, the specific function may include a biometric information measurement function, a pairing function with at least one external electronic device (e.g., the first external electronic device (2400) of FIG. 24, the second external electronic device (2500) of FIG. 25), or a payment function. However, it is not limited thereto.

[0313] For example, when pressure (e.g., force) is applied from the outside of the wearable electronic device (200) toward the inside of the wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., the opening (2001) in FIG. 2) (e.g., 461 and / or 463 in FIG. 4), one pressure value (or at least two pressure values) among a plurality of pressure values ​​measured through a plurality of pressure sensors (e.g., the plurality of pressure sensors (410) in FIG. 4) may differ from at least two other pressure values ​​(e.g., at least three other pressure values). In this case, the wearable electronic device (200) may detect pressure caused by user activity, for example, user input to execute a specific function, and may perform said specific function mapped to the user input.

[0314] A method for detecting a change in finger size according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include an operation of acquiring a plurality of pressure values ​​through a plurality of pressure sensors (331, 410) spaced apart in the internal space of a housing (201, 401) of a wearable electronic device (200). A method for detecting a change in finger size according to one embodiment may include an operation of comparing the acquired plurality of pressure values. A method for detecting a change in finger size according to one embodiment may include an operation of determining that pressure corresponding to the finger size of a user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) has occurred if, based on the comparison result, the difference between the plurality of pressure values ​​is included within a specified range.

[0315] A finger size change detection method according to one embodiment may include an operation of determining that pressure caused by user activity has occurred if the difference between a plurality of pressure values ​​is not included within a specified range.

[0316] According to one embodiment, pressure according to the size of the user's finger may include pressure caused by swelling of the user's finger. According to one embodiment, pressure according to the user's activity may include pressure caused by exercise.

[0317] A method for detecting a change in finger size according to one embodiment may include an operation of obtaining a reference pressure value based on a plurality of pressure values ​​when it is determined that pressure corresponding to the user's finger size has occurred. A method for detecting a change in finger size according to one embodiment may include an operation of estimating the level of swelling of the finger based on the obtained reference pressure value. A method for detecting a change in finger size according to one embodiment may include an operation of storing the estimated level of swelling of the user in memory (320) as user swelling data.

[0318] A method for detecting a change in finger size according to one embodiment may include an operation of checking whether the level of swelling of the finger is predicted to exceed a second specified level of swelling within a specific time when the level of swelling of the finger exceeds a first specified level of swelling, or when the amount of change in swelling based on the user's swelling data stored in memory (320) exceeds a specified amount of change in swelling. A method for detecting a change in finger size according to one embodiment may include an operation of outputting a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) when it is predicted that the level of swelling of the finger exceeds the second specified level of swelling within a specific time.

[0319] Each of the plurality of pressure sensors (331, 410) according to one embodiment may be positioned in close proximity to one of the connector (425), charging circuit (420), optical sensor (250a, 250b, 250c), and battery (189) of the wearable electronic device (200). The position in which each of the plurality of pressure sensors (331, 410) according to one embodiment is positioned may vary.

[0320] A method for detecting a change in finger size according to one embodiment may include an operation of acquiring movement information of a wearable electronic device (200) through a motion sensor (335). A method for detecting a change in finger size according to one embodiment may include an operation of determining a movement type based on the movement information and a plurality of pressure values. A method for detecting a change in finger size according to one embodiment may include an operation of providing information related to the determined movement type.

[0321] A non-transitory computer-readable recording medium storing instructions that cause at least one processor (350) to perform operations when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350) of a wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may enable the execution of an operation to acquire a plurality of pressure values ​​through a plurality of pressure sensors (331, 410) spaced apart in the internal space of a housing (201, 401) of the wearable electronic device (200). A non-transitory computer-readable recording medium storing instructions that cause at least one processor (350) to perform operations when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350) of a wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment may enable the execution of an operation to compare the acquired plurality of pressure values. A non-transient computer-readable recording medium storing instructions that cause at least one processor (350) to perform operations when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350) of a wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment may execute an operation to determine that pressure corresponding to the finger size of a user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) has occurred if, based on a comparison result, the difference between a plurality of pressure values ​​is included within a specified range.

[0322] The electronic device according to the various embodiments disclosed in this document may be of various forms. The electronic device may include, for example, a portable communication device (e.g., a smartphone), a computer device, a portable multimedia device, a portable medical device, a camera, a wearable device, or a consumer electronics device. The electronic device according to the embodiments of this document is not limited to the devices described above.

[0323] The various embodiments of this document and the terms used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, and should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutions of said embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of said items unless the relevant context clearly indicates otherwise. In this document, phrases such as “A or B,” “at least one of A and B,” “at least one of A or B,” “A, B, or C,” “at least one of A, B, and C,” and “at least one of A, B, or C” each may include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as “first,” “second,” or “first” or “second” may be used simply to distinguish a component from another corresponding component and do not limit the components in any other aspect (e.g., importance or order). Where any (e.g., 1st) component is referred to as “coupled” or “connected” to another (e.g., 2nd) component, with or without the terms “functionally” or “communicationly,” it means that said any component may be connected to said other component directly (e.g., via a wire), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0324] The term “module” as used in the various embodiments of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit, for example. A module may be a component formed integrally, or a minimum unit of said component or a part thereof that performs one or more functions. According to one embodiment, a module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0325] Various embodiments of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., program (140)) comprising one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., internal memory (136) or external memory (138)) readable by a machine (e.g., electronic device (101)). For example, a processor (e.g., processor (120)) of the machine (e.g., electronic device (101)) may call at least one of the one or more instructions stored in the storage medium and execute it. This enables the machine to be operated to perform at least one function according to the at least one called instruction. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code that can be executed by an interpreter. The storage medium readable by the machine may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-temporary' simply means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain a signal (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and the term does not distinguish between cases where data is stored semi-permanently and cases where it is stored temporarily.

[0326] According to one embodiment, the method according to the various embodiments disclosed herein may be provided by being included in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded between a seller and a buyer as a product. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a device-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)) or an application store (e.g., Play Store). TM It can be distributed online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) through ) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smartphones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored or temporarily created on a device-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or a relay server.

[0327] According to various embodiments, each component (e.g., module or program) of the components described above may include a singular or multiple entities, and some of the multiple entities may be separated and placed in other components. According to various embodiments, one or more of the components or operations of the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Generally or additionally, multiple components (e.g., module or program) may be integrated into a single component. In this case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the multiple components in the same or similar manner as those performed by the corresponding component among the multiple components prior to integration. According to various embodiments, operations performed by the module, program, or other components may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

Claims

1. In a wearable electronic device (200), Housing (201, 401) having a ring shape; A plurality of pressure sensors (331, 410) spaced apart and arranged in the internal space of the housing (201, 401); At least one processor (350) including processing circuitry; and It includes a memory (320) that stores instructions, When the above instructions are executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor (350), the wearable electronic device (200), A plurality of pressure values ​​are obtained through the plurality of pressure sensors (331, 410) above, and Compare the multiple pressure values ​​obtained above, and A wearable electronic device that determines, based on the above comparison result, that pressure corresponding to the finger size of a user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) has occurred if the difference between the plurality of pressure values ​​is included within a specified range.

2. In Paragraph 1, When the above instructions are executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor (350), the wearable electronic device (200), If the difference between the above multiple pressure values ​​is not included within a specified range, it is determined that pressure has been generated by the user's activity, and The pressure according to the size of the user's finger includes the pressure caused by swelling of the user's finger, and The pressure resulting from the activity of the above user is a wearable electronic device including pressure caused by exercise.

3. In Paragraph 2, When the above instructions are executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor (350), the wearable electronic device (200), If it is determined that pressure corresponding to the size of the user's finger has occurred, a reference pressure value is obtained based on the plurality of pressure values, and Based on the above-mentioned reference pressure value, the level of swelling of the finger is estimated, and The estimated swelling level of the user is stored in the memory (320) as the swelling data of the user, and If the swelling level of the finger exceeds a first designated swelling level, or if the amount of swelling change based on the user's swelling data stored in the memory (320) exceeds a designated amount of swelling change, check whether the swelling level of the finger is predicted to exceed a second designated swelling level within a specific time, and A wearable electronic device that outputs a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) when it is predicted that the swelling level of the finger within the aforementioned specific time exceeds the second designated swelling level.

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, Connector (425); Charging circuit (420); Optical sensors (250a, 250b, 250c); and It further includes a battery (189), Each of the plurality of pressure sensors (331, 410) is positioned in close proximity to one of the connector (425), the charging circuit (420), the optical sensors (250a, 250b, 250c), and the battery (189), and The position where each of the plurality of pressure sensors (331, 410) is placed is different from the wearable electronic device.

5. In any one of paragraphs 2 through 4, It further includes a motion sensor (335), When the above instructions are executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor (350), the wearable electronic device (200), Movement information of the wearable electronic device (200) is obtained through the motion sensor (335), and Confirming the change in movement of the wearable electronic device (200) based on the above movement information and the change in the plurality of pressure values ​​based on the plurality of pressure values, Based on the change in movement of the wearable electronic device (200) and the change in the plurality of pressure values, a type of movement is determined, and A wearable electronic device that provides information related to the above-determined type of exercise.

6. In Paragraph 5, When the above instructions are executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor (350), the wearable electronic device (200), A wearable electronic device that determines a type of movement corresponding to a change in movement of the wearable electronic device (200) and a change in a plurality of pressure values ​​based on a learning model for each type of movement stored in the memory (320).

7. In a wearable electronic device (200), Housing(201, 401); An opening (1611) formed in a part area of ​​the above housing (201, 401); A distance detection sensor (333) disposed in the internal space of the housing (201, 401) adjacent to the opening (1611); At least one processor (350) including processing circuitry; and It includes a memory (320) that stores instructions, When the above instructions are executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor (350), the wearable electronic device (200), The length between one end of the opening (1611) and the other end of the opening (1611) is measured using the distance detection sensor (333), and If the length between one end of the opening (1611) and the other end of the opening (1611) measured above exceeds a specified length, it is determined that pressure according to the finger size of the user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) has occurred, and A wearable electronic device that determines that pressure caused by the user's activity has occurred when the length between one end of the opening (1611) and the other end of the opening (1611) measured above is less than or equal to a specified length.

8. In Paragraph 7, When the above instructions are executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor (350), the wearable electronic device (200), When it is determined that pressure is generated according to the size of the user's finger, a reference length is obtained based on the length between one end of the opening (1611) and the other end of the opening (1611), and Based on the reference length obtained above, the level of swelling of the finger is estimated, and The estimated swelling level of the user is stored in the memory (320) as the swelling data of the user, and If the swelling level of the finger exceeds a first designated swelling level, or if the amount of swelling change based on the user's swelling data stored in the memory (320) exceeds a designated amount of swelling change, check whether the swelling level of the finger is predicted to exceed a second designated swelling level within a specific time, and A wearable electronic device that outputs a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) when it is predicted that the swelling level of the finger within the aforementioned specific time exceeds the second designated swelling level.

9. In Paragraph 7 or Paragraph 8, The above opening (1611) is a wearable electronic device comprising a connecting member formed of a flexible material.

10. In a method for detecting changes in finger size, The operation of acquiring a plurality of pressure values ​​through a plurality of spaced-apart pressure sensors (331, 410) in the internal space of the housing (201, 401) of a wearable electronic device (200); The operation of comparing the plurality of pressure values ​​obtained above; and A method including an operation to determine that pressure corresponding to the finger size of a user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) has occurred, based on the above comparison result, if the difference between the plurality of pressure values ​​is included within a specified range.

11. In Paragraph 10, If the difference between the above plurality of pressure values ​​is not included within a specified range, the operation further includes determining that pressure caused by the user's activity has occurred. The pressure according to the size of the user's finger includes the pressure caused by swelling of the user's finger, and The pressure resulting from the activity of the above user includes a method of pressure caused by exercise.

12. In Paragraph 11, When it is determined that pressure corresponding to the size of the user's finger has occurred, an operation to obtain a reference pressure value based on the plurality of pressure values; An operation to estimate the level of swelling of the finger based on the above-mentioned reference pressure value; The operation of storing the estimated swelling level of the user in memory (320) as swelling data of the user; An operation to determine whether the swelling level of the finger is predicted to exceed a second designated swelling level within a specific time period when the swelling level of the finger exceeds a first designated swelling level, or when the swelling change amount based on the user's swelling data stored in the memory (320) exceeds a designated swelling change amount; and A method further comprising the action of outputting a notification related to the removal of the wearable electronic device (200) if it is predicted that the swelling level of the finger within the aforementioned specific time exceeds the second specified swelling level.

13. In any one of paragraphs 10 through 12, Each of the plurality of pressure sensors (331, 410) is positioned in close proximity to one of the connector (425), charging circuit (420), optical sensor (250a, 250b, 250c), and battery (189) of the wearable electronic device (200), and The position in which each of the above plurality of pressure sensors (331, 410) is placed is different.

14. In any one of paragraphs 10 through 13, The operation of obtaining movement information of the wearable electronic device (200) through the motion sensor (335); An action for determining a motion type based on the above motion information and the above plurality of pressure values; and A method further comprising an action that provides information related to the above-determined type of exercise.

15. A non-transitory computer-readable recording medium storing instructions that cause at least one processor (350) to perform operations when executed individually or collectively by at least one processor (350) of a wearable electronic device (200), An operation of acquiring a plurality of pressure values ​​through a plurality of spaced-apart pressure sensors (331, 410) in the internal space of the housing (201, 401) of the wearable electronic device (200); The operation of comparing the plurality of pressure values ​​obtained above; and A computer-readable recording medium that, based on the above comparison result, if the difference between the plurality of pressure values ​​is included within a specified range, performs an operation to determine that pressure corresponding to the finger size of a user wearing the wearable electronic device (200) has occurred.

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