Window member and electronic device including the same

Abstract

A window member and an electronic device including the window member are provided. The window member includes: a base panel, which is divided into a transmission area and a frame area in a plan view, and has a front surface and a rear surface arranged opposite to the front surface in a thickness direction, and a recessed portion is defined in the base panel, and the recessed portion is recessed from the rear surface in the thickness direction; a frame layer, which is arranged on the rear surface of the base panel to define the frame area; and a light shielding pattern, which is arranged in the recessed portion to cover the inner surface of the recessed portion. Here, the light shielding pattern is arranged on the transmission area and is separated from the frame layer.

Description

[0001] This application claims priority to and the benefit of Korean Patent Application No. 10-2018-0115918, filed on September 28, 2018, which is hereby incorporated by reference for all purposes as if fully set forth herein. Technical Field

[0002] Exemplary embodiments of the present invention generally relate to a window member and an electronic device including the same, and more particularly, to a window member with reduced visibility / improved appearance and an electronic device including the same. Background Art

[0003] The electronic device is activated according to the electrical signal. The electronic device may include a display panel for displaying an image or a touch sensor for detecting an external input. Among display panels, an organic light emitting display panel has low power consumption, high brightness, and high response speed.

[0004] In addition, the electronic device may include an electronic module for receiving an external signal or providing an output signal to the outside. The electronic module is accommodated in a case member or the like together with the display panel to constitute the electronic device.

[0005] The above information disclosed in this Background section is only for understanding the background of the present inventive concept and therefore it may contain information that does not constitute the prior art. Summary of the invention

[0006] The device constructed according to the exemplary embodiments of the present invention can provide a window member for preventing various defects in a region on which an electronic module is disposed from being seen, and an electronic device including the window member.

[0007] Additional features of the inventive concept will be set forth in the description which follows, and in part will be apparent from the description, or may be learned by practice of the inventive concept.

[0008] An exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept provides a window member, the window member comprising: a base panel, which is divided into a transmission area and a frame area in a plan view, and has a front surface and a rear surface arranged opposite to the front surface in a thickness direction, and a recessed portion is defined in the base panel, the recessed portion is recessed from the rear surface in the thickness direction; a frame layer, which is arranged on the rear surface of the base panel to define the frame area; and a light shielding pattern, which is arranged in the recessed portion to cover the inner surface of the recessed portion. Here, the light shielding pattern is arranged on the transmission area and is separated from the frame layer.

[0009] In an embodiment, the recessed portion may have a closed curve shape in a plane, and a depth of the recessed portion may be smaller than a thickness of the base panel.

[0010] In an embodiment, the light shielding pattern may have the same thickness as the depth of the concave portion.

[0011] In an embodiment, the light shielding pattern may include: a first portion filled in the recessed portion; and a second portion connected to the first portion and configured to cover at least a portion of the rear surface of the base panel.

[0012] In an embodiment, the recessed portion may include a through hole having a depth substantially the same as a thickness of the base panel and passing through the base panel, and the light shielding pattern may cover an inner surface of the through hole.

[0013] In an embodiment, the window member may further include an aperture plate disposed in the through hole, and the light shielding pattern may be disposed between the aperture plate and the base panel.

[0014] In an embodiment, the aperture plate may comprise the same material as the base panel.

[0015] In an embodiment, the light shielding pattern may have adhesiveness.

[0016] In an embodiment, the recessed portion may include: a first recessed portion recessed from the rear surface and having a first width; and a second recessed portion connected to the first recessed portion and recessed from the first recessed portion in a thickness direction, and the light shielding pattern may fill the first recessed portion and the second recessed portion.

[0017] In an embodiment, a surface of the light shielding pattern exposed from the rear surface of the base panel may define the same plane as the rear surface of the base panel.

[0018] In an embodiment of the inventive concept, an electronic device includes: a window member having a front surface and a rear surface disposed opposite to the front surface in a thickness direction, and including a base panel and a light shielding pattern, the base panel transmits light therethrough, the light shielding pattern filling a recessed portion defined in the base panel to block light; a display module disposed on the rear surface of the base panel and including a display panel and an optical member, the display panel having an active area for displaying an image and a peripheral area disposed adjacent to the active area, the optical member being disposed on the display panel to overlap with the active area and the peripheral area; and an electronic module disposed on the rear surface of the window member to overlap with the active area. Here, the light shielding pattern is disposed along an edge of a module hole defined in the active area and passing through the display module, and the rear surface of the light shielding pattern is aligned with the rear surface of the base panel in a cross-sectional view.

[0019] In an embodiment, the light shielding pattern may have a thickness equal to or less than a thickness of the base panel.

[0020] In an embodiment, the recessed portion may be defined as a through hole passing through the base panel, the light shielding pattern may cover an inner surface of the through hole, and at least a portion of the light shielding pattern may be exposed from a front surface of the base panel.

[0021] In an embodiment, the window member may further include an aperture plate disposed in the through hole to overlap the module hole, and the light shielding pattern may fill a gap between the aperture plate and the base panel.

[0022] In an embodiment, the aperture plate may comprise the same material as the base panel.

[0023] In embodiments, the aperture plate may have a surface area equal to or greater than the surface area of ​​the module apertures.

[0024] In an embodiment, the recessed portion may include: a first recessed portion, recessed from the rear surface of the base panel and having a first width; and a second recessed portion, recessed from the first recessed portion and connected to the first recessed portion and having a second width less than the first width, and the shading pattern may fill the first recessed portion and the second recessed portion.

[0025] In an embodiment, a portion of the light shielding pattern filled in the second concave portion may overlap an inner surface of the module hole in a plan view.

[0026] In an embodiment, the light shielding pattern may have adhesiveness.

[0027] In an embodiment, the electronic device may further include a plurality of adhesive layers disposed between the display panel and the optical member and between the optical member and the window member.

[0028] In an embodiment, the display panel may include an organic light emitting element.

[0029] In an embodiment, the optical member may include a polarizing film.

[0030] In an embodiment, the window member may further include a bezel layer disposed on the rear surface of the base panel to overlap the peripheral area, and the light shielding pattern may be spaced apart from the bezel layer in a plan view.

[0031] In an embodiment, the electronic device may further include an additional electronic module disposed to overlap the bezel layer, and the window member may further include an additional light shielding pattern disposed in an additional recessed portion defined in a region overlapping the bezel layer.

[0032] In an embodiment, the light shielding pattern may have a closed curve shape in a plan view.

[0033] In an embodiment, the base panel may further include a recess defined at one side of the base panel, and the light shielding pattern may cover an inner surface of the recess.

[0034] In an embodiment, the light shielding pattern may have a shape in which a portion is opened from a closed curve in a plan view.

[0035] It is to be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory and are intended to provide further explanation of the invention as claimed. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0036] The accompanying drawings are included to provide a further understanding of the inventive concept and are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification. The accompanying drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept and together with the description serve to explain the principles of the inventive concept.

[0037] Figure 1A is a combined perspective view illustrating an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept.

[0038] Figure 1B is an exploded perspective view illustrating an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept.

[0039] Figure 2 It is shown Figure 1B An exploded perspective view of some of the components in the .

[0040] Figure 3A and Figure 3B It is shown Figure 1A A cross-sectional view of an electronic device in FIG.

[0041] Figure 4A It is schematically shown Figure 1B An enlarged plan view of area XX′ in FIG.

[0042] Figure 4B and Figure 4C is a cross-sectional view illustrating a portion of a display panel according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept.

[0043] Figure 5A , Figure 5B and Figure 5C is a cross-sectional view illustrating a portion of a display device according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept.

[0044] Fig. 6A , Figure 6B and Figure 6C is a cross-sectional view illustrating a portion of a display device according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept.

[0045] Fig. 7A , Figure 7B , Figure 7C and Fig.7Dis a cross-sectional view illustrating a portion of a display device according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept.

[0046] Fig. 8A is an exploded perspective view illustrating a window member according to an exemplary embodiment of the present inventive concept.

[0047] Figure 8B is a cross-sectional view showing a part of the electronic device.

[0048] Fig. 9 is an exploded perspective view illustrating an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0049] In the following description, for the purpose of explanation, many specific details are set forth to provide a thorough understanding of various exemplary embodiments or implementations of the invention. As used herein, "embodiment" and "implementation" are interchangeable words, which are non-limiting examples of devices or methods using one or more inventive concepts disclosed herein. However, it is obvious that various exemplary embodiments can be practiced without these specific details or with one or more equivalent arrangements. In other cases, in order to avoid making various exemplary embodiments unclear unnecessarily, known structures and devices are shown in the form of block diagrams. In addition, various exemplary embodiments may be different, but not necessarily exclusive. For example, without departing from the inventive concept, the specific shape, configuration and features of the exemplary embodiment may be used or implemented in another exemplary embodiment.

[0050] Unless otherwise specified, the exemplary embodiments shown will be understood as exemplary features that provide some of the details of the variations in which the inventive concept can be implemented in practice. Therefore, unless otherwise specified, the features, components, modules, layers, films, panels, regions and / or aspects of the various embodiments (hereinafter individually or collectively referred to as "elements") may be additionally combined, separated, interchanged and / or rearranged without departing from the inventive concept.

[0051] The use of cross hatching and / or shading is usually provided in the drawings to clarify the boundaries between adjacent elements. Thus, unless otherwise specified, the presence or absence of cross hatching or shading does not convey or indicate any preference or requirement for the specific material, material properties, size, ratio, commonality between the elements shown, and / or any other characteristics, attributes, properties, etc. of the elements. In addition, in the drawings, the size and relative size of the elements may be exaggerated for the purpose of clarity and / or description. When the exemplary embodiments may be implemented differently, the specific process sequence may be performed in a different order than described. For example, two processes described in succession may be performed substantially simultaneously or in an order opposite to the described order. In addition, the same reference numerals represent the same elements.

[0052] When an element (such as a layer) is referred to as being "on" another element or layer, "connected to" or "bonded to" another element or layer, the element (such as a layer) may be directly on, directly connected to or directly bonded to the other element or layer, or there may be an intermediate element or layer. However, when an element or layer is referred to as being "directly on" another element or layer, "directly connected to" or "directly bonded to" another element or layer, there is no intermediate element or layer. For this reason, the term "connection" may refer to a physical connection, an electrical connection and / or a fluid connection, with or without an intermediate element. In addition, the D1 axis, the D2 axis and the D3 axis are not limited to the three axes of a rectangular coordinate system (such as an x-axis, a y-axis and a z-axis), but may be interpreted in a broader sense. For example, the D1 axis, the D2 axis and the D3 axis may be perpendicular to each other, or may represent different directions that are not perpendicular to each other. For the purpose of this disclosure, "at least one of X, Y, and Z" and "at least one selected from the group consisting of X, Y, and Z" may be interpreted as only X, only Y, only Z, or any combination of two or more of X, Y, and Z, such as XYZ, XYY, YZ, and ZZ. As used herein, the term "and / or" includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0053] Although the terms "first", "second", etc. may be used herein to describe various types of elements, these elements should not be limited by these terms. These terms are used to distinguish one element from another element. Therefore, without departing from the disclosed teachings, the first element discussed below may be referred to as the second element.

[0054] For descriptive purposes, spatially relative terms such as "under," "below," "below," "down," "above," "up," "above," "higher," "side" (e.g., as in "sidewall"), etc., may be used herein to describe the relationship of one element to another (additional) element as shown in the figures. In addition to the orientations depicted in the figures, the spatially relative terms are intended to include different orientations of the device in use, operation, and / or manufacture. For example, if the device in the accompanying drawings is flipped, then the elements described as "under" or "beneath" other elements or features will subsequently be positioned as "above" the other elements or features. Thus, the exemplary term "under" can include both above and below orientations. In addition, the device can be positioned otherwise (e.g., rotated 90 degrees or at other orientations), so the spatially relative descriptors used herein are interpreted accordingly.

[0055] The terms used herein are for the purpose of describing specific embodiments, and are not intended to be limiting. As used herein, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular "one (kind) (person)" and "the (described)" are also intended to include plural forms. In addition, when the terms "include", "comprise" and / or its variations are used in this specification, it is explained that there are the features, integral bodies, steps, operations, elements, components and / or their groups, but one or more other features, integral bodies, steps, operations, elements, components and / or their groups are not excluded from existence or addition. It is also noted that, as used herein, the terms "substantially", "approximately" and other similar terms are used as approximate terms rather than terms of degree, and so, are used to explain the inherent deviations of measured values, calculated values ​​and / or provided values ​​that will be recognized by those of ordinary skill in the art.

[0056] Various exemplary embodiments are described herein with reference to cross-sectional views and / or exploded views of schematic diagrams of idealized exemplary embodiments and / or intermediate structures. As such, variations in the shapes of the diagrams, such as those caused by manufacturing techniques and / or tolerances, are expected to occur. Therefore, the exemplary embodiments disclosed herein should not necessarily be interpreted as being limited to the shapes of the specifically illustrated regions, but rather include deviations in shapes caused by, for example, manufacturing. In this manner, the regions shown in the figures may be schematic in nature, and the shapes of these regions may not reflect the actual shapes of the regions of the device, and such limitations are not necessarily intended.

[0057] As is customary in the art, some exemplary embodiments are described and shown in the accompanying drawings in the form of functional blocks, units and / or modules. It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that these blocks, units and / or modules are physically implemented by electronic (or optical) circuits such as logic circuits, discrete components, microprocessors, hard-wired circuits, memory elements, wiring connectors, etc., which can be formed using semiconductor-based manufacturing techniques or other manufacturing techniques. In the case where a block, unit and / or module is implemented by a microprocessor or similar hardware, the block, unit and / or module can be programmed and controlled using software (e.g., microcode) to perform the various functions discussed herein, and can be optionally driven by firmware and / or software. It is also contemplated that each block, unit and / or module can be implemented by dedicated hardware, or as a combination of dedicated hardware that performs some functions and a processor (e.g., one or more programmed microprocessors and related circuits) that performs other functions. In addition, without departing from the scope of the inventive concept, each block, unit and / or module of some exemplary embodiments can be physically divided into two or more interactive and discrete blocks, units and / or modules. Furthermore, the blocks, units and / or modules of some exemplary embodiments may be physically combined into more complex blocks, units and / or modules without departing from the scope of the inventive concept.

[0058] Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by those of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure is a part. Terms (such as those defined in general dictionaries) should be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art, and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless explicitly defined as such herein.

[0059] Figure 1A is a combined perspective view showing an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, Figure 1B is an exploded perspective view illustrating an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept. Figure 2 It is shown Figure 1B 1 is an exploded perspective view of some of the components shown in FIG. Figure 1A , Figure 1B and Figure 2 Exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are described.

[0060] In a plan view defined by the first direction D1 and the second direction D2, the electronic device EA displays an image IM in a third direction D3. The electronic device EA includes a window member 100, a display module 200, an electronic module 300, and a case member 400. In an exemplary embodiment, the window member 100, the display module 200, and the electronic module 300 may be combined with each other to constitute a display unit DU.

[0061] The window member 100 is disposed on the display module 200 to cover the front surface IS of the display module 200. The window member 100 includes a base panel BP, a first light shielding pattern BR1, a second light shielding pattern BR2, and a perforated plate WP. The base panel BP may be optically transparent. For example, the base panel BP may include glass or plastic. The base panel BP may have a single-layer or multi-layer structure. For example, the base panel BP may have a laminated structure in which a plurality of plastic films are bonded by an adhesive or a laminated structure in which a glass substrate and a plastic film are bonded by an adhesive.

[0062] The window member 100 includes a front surface FS exposed to the outside. The image IM displayed on the display module 200 is viewed from the outside through the front surface FS. The front surface FS of the window member 100 may be divided into a transmission area TA and a bezel area BZA in a plan view.

[0063] The transmission area TA may be an area through which incident light is transmitted. The transmission area TA may have a shape corresponding to the active area AA. For example, the transmission area TA overlaps the front surface of the active area AA or at least a portion of the active area AA. The image IM displayed on the active area AA of the display module 200 may be seen from the outside through the transmission area TA.

[0064] The bezel area BZA may have a light transmittance relatively lower than that of the transmission area TA. The bezel area BZA defines a shape of the transmission area TA. The bezel area BZA may be disposed adjacent to the transmission area TA to surround the transmission area TA.

[0065] The frame area BZA may have a predetermined color. The frame area BZA may cover the peripheral area NAA of the display module 200 to prevent the peripheral area NAA from being seen from the outside. However, the exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, the frame area BZA according to the exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept may be omitted from the window member 100.

[0066] In a plan view, each of the first hole area HA1 and the second hole area HA2 may overlap the electronic module 300 to be described later. The electronic module 300 may operate by receiving an external signal provided through the first hole area HA1 and the second hole area HA2.

[0067] In an exemplary embodiment, the first hole area HA1 is defined in the transmission area TA, and the second hole area HA2 is defined in the frame area BZA. However, exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, the first hole area HA1 and the second hole area HA2 may be defined in areas opposite to each other, respectively. Alternatively, both the first hole area HA1 and the second hole area HA2 may be defined in the transmission area TA or in the frame area BZA. In addition, one of the first hole area HA1 and the second hole area HA2 may be omitted.

[0068] However, exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, the window member 100 may include various exemplary embodiments.

[0069] A predetermined recessed portion recessed from the rear surface of the base panel BP may be defined in each of the first hole area HA1 and the second hole area HA2. The recessed portion may include a groove having a depth less than the thickness of the base panel BP and a through hole having a depth the same as the thickness of the base panel BP. In an embodiment, the through hole is exemplarily defined in the base panel BP.

[0070] The first hole HH1 is defined in the first hole area HA1, and the second hole HH2 is defined in the second hole area HA2. Therefore, the first hole HH1 may be defined in the transmission area TA, and the second hole HH2 may be defined in the bezel area BZA.

[0071] In an exemplary embodiment, the first hole HH1 and the second hole HH2 may have shapes different from each other. For example, the first hole HH1 may have a circular shape, and the second hole HH2 may have an elliptical shape having a major axis extending in the first direction D1. Each of the first hole HH1 and the second hole HH2 may have a shape corresponding to the shape of the stacked assembly of the electronic module 300. Therefore, each of the first hole HH1 and the second hole HH2 may have various shapes and sizes. However, exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto.

[0072] The orifice plate WP may be inserted into a hole defined in the base panel BP. In an exemplary embodiment, the orifice plate WP is disposed in the first hole HH1. Therefore, the orifice plate WP has a circular shape corresponding to the shape of the first hole HH1. However, the exemplary embodiments of the present invention are not limited thereto. For example, the orifice plate WP according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention may have a shape corresponding to the shape of the second hole HH2 and be disposed in the second hole HH2. In addition, the orifice plate WP may be omitted from the electronic device EA according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.

[0073] The first light shielding pattern BR1 covers the inner surface of the first hole HH1. The first light shielding pattern BR1 may have a ring shape corresponding to the shape of the first hole HH1. The first light shielding pattern BR1 and the orifice plate WP may be inserted together in the first hole HH1. The first light shielding pattern BR1 may fill the space between the circumference of the orifice plate WP and the inner surface of the first hole HH1.

[0074] The first light shielding pattern BR1 may have adhesiveness. Therefore, the first light shielding pattern BR1 may physically bond the well plate WP to the base panel BP. The first light shielding pattern BR1 may have a color with high light shielding property. For example, the first light shielding pattern BR1 may have black or a color with high light absorbance.

[0075] The second light-shielding pattern BR2 covers the inner surface of the second hole HH2. The second light-shielding pattern BR2 may have an elliptical ring shape corresponding to the shape of the second hole HH2. In an embodiment, unlike the first hole HH1, an additional component such as a hole plate WP may not be inserted in the second hole HH2. Therefore, the second light-shielding pattern BR2 may be exposed to the outside. The second light-shielding pattern BR2 may include a material with high light-shielding properties. The second hole HH2 may have an inner surface substantially coated with the second light-shielding pattern BR2 in a light-shielding manner.

[0076] The display module 200 displays an image IM on the front surface IS. The front surface IS may be divided into an active area AA and a peripheral area NAA. The image IM is displayed on the active area AA. The peripheral area NAA is disposed adjacent to the active area AA.

[0077] The display module 200 may include a plurality of pixels PX. The pixels PX display light in response to an electrical signal. The light displayed by the pixels PX realizes an image IM.

[0078] In an embodiment, a predetermined through hole passing through the display module 200 may be defined in the display module 200. The module hole MH may be defined in the active area AA of the display module 200.

[0079] The module hole MH overlaps the first hole area HA1. The module hole MH is defined in the active area AA. Therefore, some pixels PX may be arranged to surround the module hole MH. The image IM is displayed on an area disposed adjacent to the module hole MH.

[0080] The electronic module 300 includes various functional modules for operating the electronic device EA. The electronic module 300 may be electrically connected to the display module 200 through a connector (not shown). For example, the electronic module 300 may include a camera, a speaker, or a sensor for detecting light or heat.

[0081] For example, the electronic module 300 may include a first electronic module 310 and a second electronic module 320. The first electronic module 310 may detect an external object received through the module hole MH and the first hole area HA1. The first electronic module 310 may receive an external input transmitted through the module hole MH and the first hole area HA1, or provide an output through the module hole MH and the first hole area HA1.

[0082] For example, the first electronic module 310 may be one of a light emitting module, a light detecting module, and a photographing module. For example, the first electronic module 310 may include at least one of a light emitting module emitting infrared rays, a CMOS sensor for detecting infrared rays, and a camera module for photographing external objects.

[0083] The second electronic module 320 can collect sound signals such as voices through the second hole area HA2, or provide sound signals such as processed voices to the outside. For example, the second electronic module 320 may include at least one of a sound input module and a sound output module. The sound input module may include a microphone capable of receiving sound signals. The sound output module may include a speaker that outputs sound data as a sound signal.

[0084] However, exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, the electronic module 300 may include a single module and also include a greater number of electronic modules, and the electronic modules may be arranged in various arrangement relationships.

[0085] The shell member 400 is disposed below the display module 200. The shell member 400 may be coupled to the window member 100 to provide an outer shape of the electronic device EA. The shell member 400 may include a material having relatively high rigidity. For example, the shell member 400 may include a plurality of frames and / or plates made of glass, plastic, and / or metal.

[0086] The case member 400 provides a predetermined accommodation space. The display module 200 and the electronic module 300 may be accommodated in the accommodation space and protected from external impact.

[0087] According to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, a portion of the electronic module 300 may overlap the active area AA of the display module 200 and the transmissive area TA of the window member 100. Therefore, the area of ​​the bezel region BZA may be reduced to improve the aesthetics of the electronic device EA.

[0088] Figure 3A and Figure 3B It is shown Figure 1A A cross-sectional view of an electronic device in FIG. Figure 3A is along Figure 1A A cross-sectional view taken along line II' in FIG. Figure 3B is along Figure 1AHere, for the convenience of description, the shell member 400 (refer to Figure 1A ).Right now, Figure 3A and Figure 3B is a partial cross-sectional view of the display unit DU. Figure 3A and Figure 3B Exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are described.

[0089] like Figure 3A and Figure 3B As shown in , the display unit DU includes a window member 100, a display module 200, a first electronic module 310 and a second electronic module 320. In an exemplary embodiment, a first adhesive member AL1 may be disposed between the window member 100 and the display module 200. The first adhesive member AL1 physically combines the window member 100 to the display module 200. The first adhesive member AL1 may include a transparent adhesive material. For example, the first adhesive member AL1 may include at least one of an optically clear adhesive (OCA), an optically clear resin (OCR), and a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA).

[0090] The window member 100 may further include a bezel layer BZ. The bezel layer BZ defines a bezel area BZA. In an exemplary embodiment, a region of the base panel BP on which the bezel layer BZ is disposed may be defined as a bezel area BZA, and a region of the base panel BP exposed by the bezel layer BZ may be defined as a transmissive area TA.

[0091] The display module 200 includes a display panel DP, an optical member OP, a cover panel CP, a second adhesive member AL2, and a third adhesive member AL3. The second adhesive member AL2 is disposed between the display panel DP and the optical member OP and couples the display panel DP to the optical member OP. The third adhesive member AL3 is disposed between the display panel DP and the cover panel CP and couples the display panel DP to the cover panel CP.

[0092] Each of the second and third adhesive members AL2 and AL3 may include a transparent adhesive material. For example, each of the second and third adhesive members AL2 and AL3 may include at least one of an optically clear adhesive (OCA), an optically clear resin (OCR), and a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA).

[0093] The display panel DP displays an image IM in response to the electrical signal (refer to Figure 1A In an exemplary embodiment, the display panel DP may be a front emission display panel that displays an image IM in a third direction D3.

[0094] The optical member OP is disposed on the front surface of the display panel DP. The optical member OP may reduce the external light reflectivity of the display panel DP relative to the light incident into the display panel DP. For example, the optical member OP may include at least one of a reflection prevention film, a polarization film, a color filter, and a gray filter.

[0095] The cover plate CP is disposed on the rear surface of the display panel DP. The cover plate CP may protect the display panel DP from external impact or reduce thermal effects affecting the display panel DP. For example, the cover plate CP may include at least one of a sponge, a plastic panel, a metal panel, and a heat dissipation film.

[0096] The display module 200 includes a first end MHE1 and a second end MHE2. The first end MHE1 overlaps the first hole area HA1. The first end MHE1 defines an inner surface of the module hole MH.

[0097] The second end MHE2 defines a side surface of the display module 200. The second end MHE2 may overlap the frame area BZA. The frame layer BZ overlaps the second end MHE2 in a plan view. However, exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, the second end MHE2 may be aligned with the side surface of the window member 100 or overlap the transmissive area TA.

[0098] exist Figure 3A , a portion on which the first hole area HA1 is provided is shown. Figure 3A As shown in , the orifice plate WP and the first light shielding pattern BR1 are disposed in the first hole HH1. The first light shielding pattern BR1 is interposed between the orifice plate WP and the base panel BP. Therefore, the width of the first hole area HA1 in the second direction D2 may correspond to the sum of the width of the first light shielding pattern BR1 in the second direction D2 and the width of the orifice plate WP in the second direction D2. The orifice plate WP stably protects the first electronic module 310 from external contamination or external impact.

[0099] The first hole area HA1 overlaps the first electronic module 310. In an embodiment, the first electronic module 310 is inserted into the module hole MH. However, exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, the first electronic module 310 may be disposed outside the module hole MH while overlapping the module hole MH.

[0100] As described above, the external signal provided through the first hole area HA1 is provided to the first electronic module 310 through the module hole MH. The first electronic module 310 processes the provided external signal to provide an electrical signal to the display module 200. For example, the first electronic module 310 may be one of a light emitting module, a light detecting module, and a photographing module.

[0101] exist Figure 3B, a portion on which the second hole area HA2 is provided is shown. As described above, the second hole area HA2 is defined in the frame area BZA. Figure 3B As shown in FIG. 1 , the second light shielding pattern BR2 is disposed in the second hole HH2. The second light shielding pattern BR2 covers the inner surface of the second hole HH2 in the base panel BP.

[0102] The second end MHE2 of the display module 200 may overlap the frame area BZA. The second electronic module 320 is disposed adjacent to the second end MHE2. The second electronic module 320 may receive an external signal provided through the second hole area HA2 or provide a processed signal to the outside. In an exemplary embodiment, the second electronic module 320 may include at least one of a sound input module and a sound output module.

[0103] In the display unit DU according to the exemplary embodiment, the orifice plate WP provided in the second hole area HA2 may be omitted. That is, the second light shielding pattern BR2 may be exposed to the outside. Therefore, the input efficiency for receiving the external signal provided to the second electronic module 320 or the output efficiency for providing the processed signal to the outside may be improved. However, the exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, the orifice plate WP may be provided in the second hole area HA2.

[0104] Figure 4A It is schematically shown Figure 1B An enlarged plan view of area XX′ in FIG. Figure 4B and Figure 4C is a cross-sectional view illustrating a portion of a display panel according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept. Figure 4B and Figure 4C The cross-sectional view may substantially correspond to the cross-sectional view of the region XX'. Figure 4A , Figure 4B and Figure 4C Describes exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept. Figures 1A to 3B The same elements as those described in are denoted by the same reference numerals, and repeated descriptions will be omitted.

[0105] Reference Figure 4A and Figure 4B The display panel DP includes a base layer BS, a plurality of signal lines SL1 and SL2, a plurality of pixels PX, an encapsulation layer ECL, and a planarization layer PL. The base layer BS may include an insulating material. For example, the base layer BS may include glass, a resin film, or a laminated film in which organic layers and inorganic layers are alternately laminated.

[0106] Each of the pixels PX generates light to realize an image IM on the active area AA (refer to Figure 1A). Each of the pixels PX may be connected to a plurality of signal lines. In the embodiment, the first signal line SL1 and the second signal line SL2 among the signal lines are exemplarily described. However, the exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, each of the pixels PX according to the exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept may be additionally connected to various signal lines. Hereinafter, the pixel PX will be described with reference to one pixel PX.

[0107] The pixel PX is disposed on the base layer BS. In an exemplary embodiment, an auxiliary layer BL may be disposed between the pixel PX and the base layer BS. The auxiliary layer BL may be directly disposed on the base layer BS to cover the front surface of the base layer BS.

[0108] The auxiliary layer BL includes an inorganic material. The auxiliary layer BL may include a barrier layer and / or a buffer layer. Therefore, the auxiliary layer BL prevents oxygen or moisture introduced through the base layer BS from penetrating into the pixel PX, or provides a surface energy smaller than that of the base layer BS, thereby stably setting the pixel PX.

[0109] Here, at least one of the base layer BS and the auxiliary layer BL may be provided in plural and alternately stacked. In addition, at least one of the barrier layer and the buffer layer of the auxiliary layer BL may be provided in plural or omitted. However, the exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, the display panel DP according to the exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept may have various structures.

[0110] The pixel PX may include a thin film transistor TR and a display element OD. The thin film transistor TR includes a semiconductor pattern SP, a control electrode CE, an input electrode IE, and an output electrode OE. The semiconductor pattern SP is disposed on the auxiliary layer BL. The semiconductor pattern SP may include a semiconductor material. The control electrode CE is separated from the semiconductor pattern SP, and a first insulating layer 10 is located between the control electrode CE and the semiconductor pattern SP.

[0111] Each of the input electrode IE and the output electrode OE is separated from the control electrode CE, and the second insulating layer 20 is located between the input electrode IE and the control electrode CE and between the output electrode OE and the control electrode CE. The input electrode IE and the output electrode OE of the thin film transistor TR pass through the first insulating layer 10 and the second insulating layer 20 and are connected to one side and the other side of the semiconductor pattern SP, respectively.

[0112] The third insulating layer 30 is disposed on the second insulating layer 20 to cover the input electrode IE and the output electrode OE. Optionally, in an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the semiconductor pattern SP may be disposed on the control electrode CE. In addition, the semiconductor pattern SP may be disposed on the input electrode IE and the output electrode OE. In addition, the input electrode IE and the output electrode OE may be disposed on the same layer as the semiconductor pattern SP and directly connected to the semiconductor pattern SP. As described above, the thin film transistor TR according to the exemplary embodiment of the present invention may have various structures. However, the exemplary embodiment of the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0113] The display element OD is disposed on the third insulating layer 30. The display element OD may include various elements as long as the element can display light. For example, the display element OD may include an organic light emitting element, an electrophoretic element, an electrowetting element, and a liquid crystal capacitor. In the embodiment, the display element OD is exemplarily described as an organic light emitting element. The display element OD includes a first electrode E1, a light emitting pattern EP, a control layer EL, and a second electrode E2.

[0114] The first electrode E1 may pass through the third insulating layer 30 and be connected to the thin film transistor TR. Although not shown, the display panel DP may further include an additional connection electrode disposed between the first electrode E1 and the thin film transistor TR. Here, the first electrode E1 may be electrically connected to the thin film transistor TR through the connection electrode.

[0115] The fourth insulating layer 40 is disposed on the third insulating layer 30. The fourth insulating layer 40 may include an organic material and / or an inorganic material and have a single-layer or multi-layer structure.

[0116] The fourth insulating layer 40 may define an opening therein. The opening exposes at least a portion of the first electrode E1. The fourth insulating layer 40 may be a pixel defining layer.

[0117] The light emitting pattern EP may be disposed in the opening and on the first electrode E1 exposed by the opening. The light emitting pattern EP may include a light emitting material. For example, the light emitting pattern EP may be made of at least one of materials that emit red light, green light, and blue light, respectively, and include a fluorescent material or a phosphorescent material. The light emitting pattern EP may include an organic light emitting material or an inorganic light emitting material. The light emitting pattern EP may emit light in response to a potential difference between the first electrode E1 and the second electrode E2.

[0118] The control layer EL is disposed between the first electrode E1 and the second electrode E2. The control layer EL is disposed adjacent to the light emitting pattern EP. The control layer EL controls the transfer of charges to improve the light emitting efficiency and life of the display element OD. The control layer EL may include at least one of a hole transport material, a hole injection material, an electron transport material, and an electron injection material.

[0119] In an exemplary embodiment, the control layer EL is disposed between the light emitting pattern EP and the second electrode E2. However, exemplary embodiments of the present inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, the control layer EL may be disposed between the light emitting pattern EP and the first electrode E1, or may include a plurality of layers stacked in the third direction D3, with the light emitting pattern EP between the plurality of layers. Alternatively, the control layer EL may be omitted from the display element OD according to an exemplary embodiment of the present inventive concept.

[0120] The control layer EL may have an overall shape extending from the active area AA to the peripheral area NAA. The control layer EL may be commonly provided to a plurality of pixels PX.

[0121] The second electrode E2 is disposed on the control layer EL. The second electrode E2 may face the first electrode E1. The second electrode E2 may have an overall shape extending from the active area AA to the peripheral area NAA. The second electrode E2 may be provided to a plurality of pixels in common. The display element OD disposed on each pixel receives a common power supply voltage (hereinafter referred to as a second power supply voltage) through the second electrode E2.

[0122] The second electrode E2 may include a transmissive conductive material or a semi-transmissive conductive material. Therefore, light emitted from the light emitting pattern EP may be easily emitted in the third direction D3 through the second electrode E2. However, exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, based on the design of the display element OD according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, the first electrode E1 including a transmissive or semi-transmissive material may be driven by a backlighting method, or by a two-surface light-emitting method that emits light toward both the front surface and the rear surface.

[0123] The encapsulation layer ECL is disposed on the display element OD to encapsulate the display element OD. The encapsulation layer ECL may be commonly provided to a plurality of pixels. Although not shown, a cover layer covering the second electrode E2 may be further disposed between the second electrode E2 and the encapsulation layer ECL.

[0124] The encapsulation layer ECL may include a first inorganic layer IOL1, an organic layer OL, and a second inorganic layer IOL2 sequentially stacked in the third direction D3. However, exemplary embodiments of the present inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, the encapsulation layer ECL may further include a plurality of inorganic layers and a plurality of organic layers.

[0125] The first inorganic layer IOL1 may cover the second electrode E2. The first inorganic layer IOL1 may prevent external moisture or oxygen from penetrating into the display element OD. For example, the first inorganic layer IOL1 may include silicon nitride, silicon oxide, or a combination thereof. The first inorganic layer IOL1 may be formed by a deposition process.

[0126] The organic layer OL may be disposed on the first inorganic layer IOL1 to contact the first inorganic layer IOL1. The organic layer OL may provide a planarized surface on the first inorganic layer IOL1. The organic layer OL may cover a curved portion of the top surface of the first inorganic layer IOL1 or particles present on the first inorganic layer IOL1 to prevent the surface state of the top surface of the first inorganic layer IOL1 from affecting components disposed on the organic layer OL. In addition, the organic layer OL may relieve stress between layers in contact with each other. The organic layer OL may include an organic material and be formed by a solution process such as spin coating, slit coating, and inkjet process.

[0127] The second inorganic layer IOL2 is disposed on the organic layer OL to cover the organic layer OL. The second inorganic layer IOL2 may be relatively stably formed on the flat surface of the organic layer OL, rather than being disposed on the first inorganic layer IOL1. The second inorganic layer IOL2 encapsulates moisture, etc., discharged from the organic layer OL to prevent the discharged moisture, etc. from being introduced to the outside. The second inorganic layer IOL2 may include silicon nitride, silicon oxide, or a combination thereof. The second inorganic layer IOL2 may be formed by a deposition process.

[0128] The planarization layer PL may be disposed on the encapsulation layer ECL. The planarization layer PL covers the front surface of the encapsulation layer ECL (the encapsulation layer ECL provides a non-uniform front surface) to provide a planarized surface to the active area AA. Figure 3A ) may be disposed on the planarization layer PL. However, exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, in the display panel DP according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, the planarization layer PL may be provided in plural or omitted.

[0129] like Figure 4C As shown in , the display panel DP-1 may include an encapsulation substrate ECG. Here, the encapsulation layer ECL may be omitted. The encapsulation substrate ECG may include an insulating material. For example, the encapsulation substrate ECG may include a glass substrate or a plastic substrate. The above-mentioned optical member OP may be disposed on the encapsulation substrate ECG. By including the encapsulation substrate ECG, the display panel DP-1 according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept may have improved reliability with respect to external impact.

[0130] The encapsulation substrate ECG may be spaced apart from the second electrode E2 by a predetermined distance in the third direction D3. Air or an inert gas may be filled in a space GP between the encapsulation substrate ECG and the second electrode E2.

[0131] The encapsulation substrate ECG is coupled to the base layer BS through the sealing member PSL to seal the pixels PX. The encapsulation substrate ECG may be disposed on the base layer BS while being spaced apart a predetermined distance from the base layer BS by the sealing member PSL.

[0132] The sealing member PSL may define an inner surface of the module hole MH. The sealing member PSL may include an organic material such as a photocurable resin or a photo-setting resin or an inorganic material such as a frit seal.

[0133] Although not shown, the display panel DP / DP-1 may further include an input sensing unit for detecting an external input. The input sensing unit includes a sensor for detecting external touch, heat, light, pressure, etc. The input sensing unit may be disposed on the encapsulation layer ECL, the planarization layer PL, or the encapsulation substrate ECG. However, exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, the input sensing unit may be disposed in the display panel DP / DP-1 or on the rear surface of the base layer BS, and between the base layer BS and the pixel PX.

[0134] As described above, the module hole MH is defined in the active area AA. Therefore, some pixels PX may be arranged along the edge of the module hole MH. In an exemplary embodiment, the module hole MH passes through the base layer BS, the auxiliary layer BL, the first insulating layer 10, the second insulating layer 20, the control layer EL, the first inorganic layer IOL1, the second inorganic layer IOL2, and the planarization layer PL. Therefore, the first end MHE1 may include a perforated profile of the base layer BS, the auxiliary layer BL, the first insulating layer 10, the second insulating layer 20, the control layer EL, the first inorganic layer IOL1, the second inorganic layer IOL2, and the planarization layer PL.

[0135] Some of the signal lines SL1 and SL2 may be disposed in the hole area MHA. Figure 4A and Figure 4B , a first signal line SL1 and a second signal line SL2 among the plurality of signal lines SL1 and SL2 are exemplarily shown.

[0136] The first signal line SL1 extends in the first direction D1. The first signal line SL1 is connected to pixels arranged in the same row in the first direction D1 among the pixels PX. For example, the first signal line SL1 may correspond to a gate line. The first signal line SL1 provides a gate signal turning on the pixel PX to the corresponding pixel.

[0137] Some pixels connected to the first signal line SL1 are disposed on the left side relative to the module hole MH, and other pixels are disposed on the right side relative to the module hole MH. Therefore, although some pixels are omitted relative to the module hole MH, the pixels connected to the first signal line SL1 in the same row can be substantially turned on / off by the same gate signal.

[0138] The first signal line SL1 may be disposed on the same layer as the control electrode CE of the thin film transistor TR. Although the first signal line SL1 is disposed between the first insulating layer 10 and the second insulating layer 20, exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, the first signal line SL1 may be disposed on a different layer from the control electrode CE.

[0139] The second signal line SL2 extends in the second direction D2. The second signal line SL2 is connected to pixels arranged in the same column in the second direction D2 among the pixels PX. For example, the second signal line SL2 may correspond to a data line. The second signal line SL2 provides a data signal to the corresponding pixel.

[0140] The second signal line SL2 may be disposed on a different layer from the first signal line SL1. For example, the second signal line SL2 may be disposed on the same layer as the input electrode IE or the output electrode OE of the thin film transistor TR. In an embodiment, the second signal line SL2 is disposed between the second insulating layer 20 and the third insulating layer 30.

[0141] Some pixels connected to the second signal line SL2 are disposed on the upper side relative to the module hole MH, and other pixels are disposed on the lower side relative to the module hole MH. Therefore, although some pixels are omitted relative to the module hole MH, the pixels connected to the second signal line SL2 in the same column can receive data signals through the same line.

[0142] In the display panel DP according to the exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, the first signal line SL1 may correspond to the data line, and the second signal line SL2 may correspond to the gate line. In addition, each of the first signal line SL1 and the second signal line SL2 may be one of a power line, an initialization voltage line, and a light emitting control line. In addition, although not shown, each of the pixels PX may also be connected to another signal line (not shown). However, the exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept is not limited thereto.

[0143] The display panel DP according to an exemplary embodiment may further include a recessed pattern GV defined in the hole area MHA. The recessed pattern GV may be defined along the edge of the module hole MH. In an exemplary embodiment, the recessed pattern GV is a closed curve surrounding the module hole MH and has a circular shape similar to the shape of the module hole MH. However, exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, the recessed pattern GV may have a shape different from the module hole MH, including a polygonal, elliptical, or closed curve shape of at least a portion of the curve, or a shape including a plurality of partially disconnected patterns.

[0144] The recessed pattern GV, which is a pattern recessed from the front surface of the display panel DP, may be formed by removing some components of the display panel DP. However, unlike the module hole MH, the recessed pattern GV does not pass through the display panel DP. Therefore, the rear surface of the base layer BS overlapped with the recessed pattern GV is not opened by the recessed pattern GV.

[0145] The recessed pattern GV may be formed by passing through a component disposed adjacent to the module hole MH among the remaining components except for only a portion of the base layer BS disposed under the encapsulation layer ECL. In an exemplary embodiment, the recessed pattern GV may be formed by connecting a through portion defined in the auxiliary layer BL and a recessed portion defined in the base layer BS. The inner surface of the recessed pattern GV may be formed such that the through portion defined in the auxiliary layer BL and the recessed portion defined in the base layer BS are covered by the first inorganic layer IOL1 and the second inorganic layer IOL2. In an exemplary embodiment, the second inorganic layer IOL2 may provide the inner surface of the recessed pattern GV.

[0146] In addition, the recessed pattern GV may have a tip TP (see FIG. Figure 4B ) in an undercut shape. In an embodiment, the terminal TP may be formed such that a portion of the auxiliary layer BL protrudes further toward the inside of the recessed pattern GV than the base layer BS. The display panel DP according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept may have various layer structures as long as the terminal can be formed on the recessed pattern GV. However, exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto.

[0147] The display panel DP may further include a predetermined organic pattern EL-P disposed in the recessed pattern GV. The organic pattern EL-P may include the same material as the control layer EL. Alternatively, the organic pattern EL-P may include the same material as the second electrode E2 or the cover layer (not shown). The organic pattern EL-P may have a single-layer or multi-layer structure.

[0148] The organic pattern EL-P may be disposed in the recessed pattern GV while being separated from the control layer EL and the second electrode E2. Figure 4B As shown in FIG, the organic pattern EL-P may be covered by the first inorganic layer IOL1 without being exposed to the outside.

[0149] According to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, the concave pattern GV blocks the continuity of the control layer EL connected to the active area AA from the side surface of the module hole MH. The control layer EL may be disconnected in the area overlapping the concave pattern GV. The control layer EL may be a moving path for external contaminants such as moisture or air. The layer exposed by the module hole MH may be blocked by the concave pattern GV, for example, the path through which moisture or air introduced from the control layer EL, passing through the hole area MHA and introduced into the pixel PX may be blocked by the concave pattern GV. Therefore, the reliability of the display panel DP in which the module hole MH is defined may be improved.

[0150] In the display panel DP according to the exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, the recessed pattern GV may be provided in plurality, and the plurality of recessed patterns GV may be spaced apart from each other in the hole area MHA. Alternatively, the recessed pattern GV may be filled with a portion of the organic layer OL. Alternatively, in the display panel DP according to the exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, the recessed pattern GV may be omitted. However, the exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept is not limited thereto.

[0151] According to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, the module hole MH passes through the display panel DP. An inner surface of the module hole MH may be defined by perforated profiles of a plurality of components of the display panel DP.

[0152] Figure 5A , Figure 5B and Figure 5C is a cross-sectional view showing a portion of a display device according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept. FIG. 5A to FIG. 5C In order to facilitate the description, Figure 3A Only the optical member OP and the window members 100-A, 100-B and 100-C are shown in the region of FIG. In addition, for the convenience of description, the light path corresponding to the user's viewing angle is shown as an arrow. FIG. 5A to FIG. 5C Describes exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept. Figures 1A to 4C The same elements as those described in are denoted by the same reference numerals, and repeated descriptions will be omitted.

[0153] like Figure 5A As shown in , the window member 100-A includes a base panel BP-A, a shading pattern BR-A and an aperture plate WP-A. The optical member OP defining the module hole MH includes an end OP_E defining the inner surface of the module hole MH. When the light L1 corresponding to the user's viewing angle (hereinafter, referred to as the first light) is incident into the window member 100-A at an angle of the first angle AG1, the first light L1 passes through the highest point P1 (hereinafter, referred to as the first point) of the shading pattern BR-A that contacts the aperture plate WP-A and passes through the window member 100-A.

[0154] Here, the first light L1 may not intersect the end OP_E of the optical member OP. That is, the end OP_E of the optical member OP may not be seen by the user. Although a portion of the light incident at a position farther from the module hole MH than the first point P1 may have a path toward the end OP_E of the optical member OP while maintaining the first angle AG1, before the light has the path, the light is dissipated by being absorbed by the light shielding pattern BR-A.

[0155] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present inventive concept, although the module hole MH is defined in the optical member OP, since the light shielding pattern BR-A is further included, the end OP_E of the optical member OP may not be seen by the user. In addition, since the size of the hole area HA_A is controlled so that the light shielding pattern BR-A is disposed at a position where the first light L1 may not reach the end OP_E of the optical member OP, a defect in which the end OP_E of the optical member OP is seen from the outside can be prevented, and the appearance of the display device can be improved.

[0156] like Figure 5B As shown in FIG. 1 , the window member 100-B includes a base panel BP-B, a light shielding pattern BR-B and a hole plate WP-B. In addition to the position of the light shielding pattern BR-B, the window member 100-B includes Figure 5A The components of the window member 100-A correspond to the components of the window member 100-A. In the following, repeated descriptions will be omitted.

[0157] like Figure 5B As shown in the figure, when light L2 corresponding to the user's viewing angle (hereinafter referred to as the second light) is incident on the window member 100-B at the second angle AG2, the second light L2 passes through the lowest point P2 (hereinafter referred to as the second point) of the shading pattern BR-B in contact with the base panel BP-B, and passes through the window member 100-B.

[0158] Here, the second light L2 may not intersect the end OP_E of the optical member OP. That is, the end OP_E of the optical member OP may not be seen by the user. Although a portion of the light incident at a position closer to the module hole MH than the second point P2 may have a path toward the end OP_E of the optical member OP while maintaining the second angle AG2, before the light has the path, the light is dissipated by being absorbed by the light shielding pattern BR-B.

[0159] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present inventive concept, although the module hole MH is defined in the optical member OP, since the light shielding pattern BR-B is further included, the end OP_E of the optical member OP may not be seen by the user. In addition, since the size of the hole area HA_B is controlled so that the light shielding pattern BR-B is disposed at a position where the second light L2 may not reach the end OP_E of the optical member OP, a defect in which the end OP_E of the optical member OP is seen from the outside can be prevented, and the appearance of the display device can be improved.

[0160] like Figure 5C As shown in FIG. 1 , the window member 100-C includes a base panel BP-C, a light shielding pattern BR-C, and a hole plate WP-C. In addition to the position of the light shielding pattern BR-C, the window member 100-C includes Figure 5A The window member 100-A and Figure 5B The components of the window member 100-B correspond to the components of the window member 100-B. In the following, repeated descriptions will be omitted.

[0161] When light L3 corresponding to the user's viewing angle (hereinafter, referred to as the third light) is incident into the window member 100-C at the third angle AG3, the third light L3 passes through the lowest point P3 (hereinafter, referred to as the third point) of the light shielding pattern BR-C in contact with the base panel BP-C, and passes through the window member 100-C. In an exemplary embodiment, although the first angle AG1, the second angle AG2, and the third angle AG3 are equal to each other, the angles may include all angles that the user's viewing angle can reach.

[0162] Here, the third light L3 may be incident toward the end OP_E of the optical member OP. However, the third point P3 corresponds to a point that is also in contact with the light shielding pattern BR-C. Therefore, although the third light L3 may have a path toward the end OP_E of the optical member OP, at the same time, the third light L3 is dissipated by being absorbed by the light shielding pattern BR-C.

[0163] According to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, the hole area HA_C may have a size and shape substantially the same as that of the module hole MH. According to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, although the module hole MH is defined in the optical member OP, since the light shielding pattern BR-C is further included, the end OP_E of the optical member OP may not be seen by the user. Therefore, since the size of the hole area HA_C is controlled, a defect in which the end OP_E of the optical member OP is seen from the outside can be prevented, and the appearance of the display device can be improved.

[0164] Fig. 6A , Figure 6B and Figure 6C is a cross-sectional view showing a portion of a display device according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept. FIG. 6A to FIG. 6C In order to facilitate the description, the Figure 3A The area corresponding to the area YY' in FIG. 6A to FIG. 6C Describes exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept. Figures 1A to 5C The same elements as those described in are denoted by the same reference numerals, and repeated descriptions will be omitted.

[0165] like Fig. 6A As shown in , the light shielding pattern BR is disposed between the orifice plate WP and the base panel BP. The light shielding pattern BR contacts each of the base panel BP and the orifice plate WP to couple the base panel BP to the orifice plate WP and fill the space between the orifice plate WP and the base panel BP. The distance WD between the orifice plate WP and the base panel BP may correspond to the width of the light shielding pattern BR in the second direction D2.

[0166] The first end MHE of the display module includes an end OP_E of the optical member OP and an end AL1_E of the first adhesive member AL1. The light shielding pattern BR is disposed at a position farther from the module hole than the first end MHE.

[0167] The light blocking pattern BR may have a front surface BR_U aligned with the front surface WP_U of the well plate WP and the front surface BP_U of the base panel BP. Therefore, the front surface BR_U of the light blocking pattern BR, the front surface WP_U of the well plate WP, and the front surface BP_U of the base panel BP may define a plane.

[0168] like Figure 6B As shown in FIG. 1 , the distance WD1 between the orifice plate WP-1 and the base panel BP-1 can be increased to be greater than Fig. 6A The distance WD in the middle. For example, the orifice plate WP-1 may have a shape having the same surface area as the module hole. The side surface of the orifice plate WP-1 and the first end MHE of the display module may be aligned with each other in the third direction D3. The front surface WP_U1 of the orifice plate WP-1, the front surface BR_U1 of the light shielding pattern BR-1, and the front surface BP_U1 of the base panel BP-1 may define a plane.

[0169] The distance WD1 between the well plate WP-1 and the base panel BP-1 may substantially correspond to the width of the light shielding pattern BR-1. According to an embodiment, although the distance WD1 between the well plate WP-1 and the base panel BP-1 increases, the well plate WP-1 and the base panel BP-1 may be stably combined with each other through the light shielding pattern BR-1.

[0170] Reference Figure 6C , the distance WD2 between the orifice plate WP-2 and the base panel BP-2 can be less than Fig. 6A. As the distance WD2 between the orifice plate WP-2 and the base panel BP-2 decreases, the width of the light shielding pattern BR-2 may decrease. Here, the front surface WP_U2 of the orifice plate WP-2, the front surface BR_U2 of the light shielding pattern BR-2, and the front surface BP_U2 of the base panel BP-2 are not aligned. According to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, although the distance WD2 between the orifice plate WP-2 and the base panel BP-2 is reduced, the orifice plate WP-2 and the base panel BP-2 may be stably combined with each other even by a small light shielding pattern BR-2.

[0171] Fig. 7A , Figure 7B , Figure 7C and Fig.7D is a cross-sectional view showing a portion of a display device according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept. FIG. 7A to FIG. 7D In order to facilitate the description, Figure 3A The area corresponding to the area YY' in FIG. 7A to FIG. 7D Describes exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept. Figures 1A to 6C The same elements as those described in are denoted by the same reference numerals, and repeated descriptions will be omitted.

[0172] like Fig. 7A As shown in, the orifice plate WP-3 and the base panel BP-3 can have an integral shape. The orifice plate WP-3 and the base panel BP-3 can be connected to each other. The front surface WP_U3 of the orifice plate WP-3 and the front surface BP_U3 of the base panel BP-3 are connected to each other to have an integral shape.

[0173] The recessed portion BP_H defined in the base panel BP-3 may be a groove. The recessed portion BP_H (hereinafter, referred to as the groove) may be defined by being recessed from the rear surface of the base panel BP-3. The groove BP_H may not extend to the front surface of the base panel BP-3. Since the groove BP_H is defined in the base panel BP-3, the orifice plate WP-3 and the base panel BP-3 may be connected to each other to have an integral shape.

[0174] The light shielding pattern BR-3 is disposed in the groove BP_H. Therefore, the light shielding pattern BR-3 may not be exposed from the front surface BP_U3 of the base panel BP-3 or the front surface WP_U3 of the orifice plate WP-3. According to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, although the light shielding pattern BR-3 is further included, the front surface of the window member may be provided by one front surface BP_U3 of the base panel BP-3.

[0175] like Figure 7BAs shown in , at least a portion of the light shielding pattern BR-4 may partially cover the front surface BP_U of the base panel BP or the front surface WP_U of the orifice plate WP. Specifically, the light shielding pattern BR-4 may include a first portion P10 and a second portion P20. The first portion P10 fills the distance WD21 between the orifice plate WP and the base panel BP. The first portion P10 may have substantially the same thickness as the base panel BP.

[0176] The second portion P20 is connected to the first portion P10. The second portion P20 may cover a portion of the front surface BP_U of the base panel BP and a portion of the front surface WP_U of the well plate WP. The second portion P20 may have a width WD22 equal to or greater than a distance WD21 between the well plate WP and the base panel BP.

[0177] The second portion P20 may be formed so that a portion of the light shielding pattern BR-4 provided in a state of having fluidity in the process of forming the light shielding pattern BR-4 is discharged to the front surface of the base panel BP. According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the light shielding pattern BR-4 may have various shapes according to the process environment or conditions. However, exemplary embodiments of the present invention are not limited thereto.

[0178] like Figure 7C As shown in , the recessed portion BP_H1 defined in the base panel BP may include a first recessed portion H11 and a second recessed portion H21. The first recessed portion H11 is recessed from the rear surface of the base panel BP and has a first width in the second direction D2. The second recessed portion H21 is connected to the first recessed portion H11. The second recessed portion H21 is recessed from the first recessed portion H11 and has a second width in the second direction D2. Each of the first recessed portion H11 and the second recessed portion H21 may be a groove. The second width may be smaller than the first width.

[0179] The light-shielding pattern BR-5 fills the recessed portion BP-H1. Specifically, the light-shielding pattern BR-5 may include a first portion P11 filling the first recessed portion H11 and a second portion P21 connected to the first portion P11 and filling the second recessed portion H21. Since the front surface BR_U of the light-shielding pattern BR-5 does not extend through the base panel BP, the second portion P21 is not exposed from the front surface BP_U of the base panel BP. According to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, the light-shielding pattern BR-5 may have an inverted "T" shape in a cross-sectional view.

[0180] The shading pattern BR-5 may overlap with the first end MHE of the display module. Here, since the shading pattern BR-5 is inserted in the base panel BP, the shading pattern BR-5 (specifically, the second portion P21) does not protrude from the rear surface of the base panel BP. Therefore, the problem of forming a step portion on the optical member OP or the adhesive member AL1 disposed on the rear surface of the base panel BP can be prevented by the shading pattern BR-5. Therefore, problems such as delamination of the first end MHE can be solved to improve the reliability of the electronic device.

[0181] In addition, if Fig.7D As shown in , the recessed portion BP_H2 defined in the window member may include a groove and a through hole. Specifically, the recessed portion BP_H2 includes a first recessed portion H12 and a second recessed portion H22. The first recessed portion H12 may be a groove recessed from the rear surface of the base panel BP. The first recessed portion H12 may correspond to Figure 7C The first recessed portion H11 in the embodiment.

[0182] The second recessed portion H22 may be a through hole connected to the first recessed portion H12 and recessed from the first recessed portion H12 in the third direction D3. The second recessed portion H22 extends up to the front surface BP_U of the base panel BP.

[0183] The recessed portion BP_H2 may be defined by each of the base panel BP and the orifice plate WP. Specifically, the first recessed portion H12 may be defined by a groove defined in the base panel BP and a groove defined in the orifice plate WP. In addition, the second recessed portion H22 may be defined by the interval space between the base panel BP and the orifice plate WP.

[0184] The light shielding pattern BR-6 is disposed in the recessed portion BP_H2 to fill the recessed portion BP_H2. Specifically, the light shielding pattern BR-6 includes a first portion P12 filling the first recessed portion H12 and a second portion P22 filling the second recessed portion H22. The first portion P12 defines the same plane as the rear surface of the base panel BP. Therefore, the problem of forming a step portion of the optical member OP or the bonding member AL1 can be prevented by the light shielding pattern BR-6 to solve the problem of delamination of the first end MHE.

[0185] In addition, the second portion P22 includes a front surface BR_U defining the same plane as the front surface BP_U of the base panel BP and the front surface WP_U of the well plate WP. Therefore, a sense of difference that may be generated on the front surface of the window member due to the light shielding pattern BR-6 can be reduced.

[0186] According to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, since the light shielding pattern BR-5 includes the first portion P11 and the second portion P21 and the light shielding pattern BR-6 includes the first portion P12 and the second portion P22, the area overlapping the first end MHE can be relatively large. Therefore, the problem in which the user sees the first end MHE from the front surface of the window member can be easily prevented to improve the appearance of the electronic device.

[0187] Fig. 8A is an exploded perspective view illustrating a window member according to an exemplary embodiment of the present inventive concept. Figure 8B is a cross-sectional view showing a portion of an electronic device. Fig. 8A and Figure 8B Exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are described.

[0188] like Fig. 8A As shown in , the window member 100-N may further include a predetermined notch NT. The notch NT may be defined at one side of the base panel BP. In an embodiment, the notch NT may be defined such that a portion of one side extending in the first direction D1 is recessed in the opposite direction of the second direction D2.

[0189] The window member 100-N includes a first light shielding pattern BR1 and a second light shielding pattern BR2-N. The first light shielding pattern BR1 may be disposed in the first hole HH1 to couple the well plate WP to the base panel BP. The first light shielding pattern BR1 corresponds to Figure 2 The first light-shielding pattern BR1 in FIG. 1 is shown in FIG.

[0190] The second light shielding pattern BR2-N may be arranged along the inner surface of the recess NT. The second light shielding pattern BR2-N may have a shape in which a portion is opened from a closed curve in a plan view. One side defining the shape of the second light shielding pattern BR2-N may have a shape in which a portion of the closed curve is removed in a plane. For example, the second light shielding pattern BR2-N may have various shapes, such as a polygonal shape in which one side is opened, a circular shape in which one side is opened, or an elliptical shape in which one side is opened. The second light shielding pattern BR2-N may have a shape corresponding to the shape of the recess NT in a plane.

[0191] The notch NT may be defined in a region overlapping with the electronic module 320, wherein the electronic module 320 may correspond to Figure 1B The second electronic module 320 in the embodiment of the present invention is described below, and therefore repeated description will be omitted.

[0192] The electronic module 320 may be disposed adjacent to the second end MHE2 of the display module 200. According to an exemplary embodiment, since the frame layer BZ and the second light shielding pattern BR2-N are further included, the user cannot see the second end MHE2. Therefore, the appearance of the electronic device may be improved.

[0193] According to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, the window member 100-N may include a recessed portion having various shapes as long as the recessed portion overlaps the electronic module 320. In the window member 100-N, the recessed portion is provided as the first hole HH1 and the notch NT. In addition, according to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, since the light shielding patterns BR1 and BR2-N are provided corresponding to the recessed portions of various shapes, the problem in which the end MHE2 of the display module is seen from the recessed portion can be easily solved.

[0194] Fig. 9 1 is an exploded perspective view showing an electronic device EA according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. Fig. 9 Describe the exemplary embodiments of the present inventive concept. Here, Figures 1A to 8B The same elements as those described in are denoted by the same reference numerals, and repeated descriptions will be omitted.

[0195] like Fig. 9 As shown in , the window member 100-A includes a base panel BP-A and a light shielding pattern BR-A. A predetermined recessed portion HH-A may be defined in the base panel BP-A. The recessed portion HH-A may be defined on a plane as a through hole having a stripe shape extending in a first direction D1.

[0196] The light shielding pattern BR-A may be disposed in the recessed portion HH-A. The light shielding pattern BR-A may cover an inner surface of the recessed portion HH-A. The light shielding pattern BR-A may have an elongated ring shape corresponding to the shape of the recessed portion HH-A.

[0197] In the window member 100-A according to the exemplary embodiment of the present inventive concept, the frame layer BZ (refer to Figure 3A ). Therefore, the front surface of the window member 100-A may be provided as the transmission area TA_A.

[0198] The display module 200-A may have a front surface IS including an active area AA and a peripheral area NAA. The front surface IS is disposed to face the window member 100-A. The display module 200-A may include a display panel DP (refer to FIG. 1 ) for displaying an image on the active area AA. Figure 3A ) and an optical member OP (refer to Figure 3A ).

[0199] In addition, a module hole MH-A passing through the display module 200-A may be defined in the active area AA of the display module 200-A. The module hole MH-A may have a stripe shape extending in the first direction D1 on a plane.

[0200] The module hole MH-A may overlap all of the first electronic module 310 and the second electronic module 320. Each of the first electronic module 310 and the second electronic module 320 may be inserted into the module hole MH-A to overlap the recessed portion HH-A on a plane. According to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, the first electronic module 310 and the second electronic module 320 may receive an external signal or provide an output signal to the outside through the common module hole MH-A and the common recessed portion HH-A.

[0201] According to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, the light shielding pattern BR-A can prevent a user from seeing the end of the inner surface of the display module 200-A defining the module hole MH-A from the window member 100-A. The light shielding pattern BR-A can block a user's viewing path facing the inner surface of the module hole MH-A to prevent the inner surface of the module hole MH-A from being seen. Therefore, the appearance of the electronic device EA can be improved.

[0202] According to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, although the inner surface of the recessed portion HH-A is covered by the light shielding pattern BR-A, a separate well plate WP (refer to Figure 2 ) is not disposed in the recessed portion HH-A. However, exemplary embodiments of the inventive concept are not limited thereto. For example, an orifice plate inserted in the recessed portion HH-A may be further disposed.

[0203] According to an exemplary embodiment of the inventive concept, the problem that a user sees the end of a display module including an optical member through a window member can be easily solved. In addition, the problem of delamination of the end of the display module disposed adjacent to the electronic module can be prevented to improve the reliability of the electronic device.

[0204] Although certain exemplary embodiments and implementations have been described herein, other embodiments and changes will be apparent from this description. Therefore, the inventive concept is not limited to these embodiments, but is limited to the broader scope of the claims and various obvious changes and equivalent arrangements that will be clear to those of ordinary skill in the art.

Claims

1. A window component, comprising: a base panel divided into a transmission area and a frame area in a plan view, and having a front surface and a rear surface disposed opposite to the front surface in a thickness direction, and having a recessed portion defined in the base panel, the recessed portion being recessed from the rear surface in the thickness direction; A frame layer, disposed on the rear surface of the base panel to define the frame area; as well as a light shielding pattern disposed in the recessed portion to cover an inner surface of the recessed portion, wherein a hole region is defined in the transmission region, and the recessed portion is defined in the hole region, and Wherein, the light shielding pattern is arranged in the transmission area and is separated from the frame layer in a plan view.

2. The window member according to claim 1, wherein The recessed portion has a closed curve shape in a plan view, and The recessed portion has a depth that is less than a thickness of the base panel.

3. The window member according to claim 2, wherein: The light shielding pattern has a thickness that is the same as the depth of the concave portion.

4. The window member according to claim 1, wherein The shading pattern comprises: a first portion filled in the recessed portion; and A second portion is connected to the first portion and is configured to cover a portion of the front surface of the base panel.

5. The window member according to claim 1, wherein The recessed portion includes a through hole having a depth equal to a thickness of the base panel and penetrating the base panel, and The light shielding pattern covers the inner surface of the through hole.

6. The window member according to claim 5, further comprising a perforated plate disposed in the through hole, in, The light shielding pattern is disposed between the aperture plate and the base panel.

7. The window member according to claim 6, wherein: The aperture plate comprises the same material as the base panel.

8. The window member according to claim 6, wherein: The light shielding pattern has adhesiveness.

9. The window member according to claim 1, wherein: The recessed portion comprises: a first recessed portion recessed from the rear surface and having a first width; and a second recessed portion connected to the first recessed portion and recessed from the first recessed portion in the thickness direction, and The light shielding pattern fills the first concave portion and the second concave portion.

10. The window member according to claim 9, wherein A surface of the light shielding pattern exposed from the rear surface of the base panel defines a same plane as the rear surface of the base panel.

11. An electronic device, comprising: a window member having a front surface and a rear surface disposed opposite to the front surface in a thickness direction, and comprising a base panel configured to transmit light therethrough, and a light shielding pattern filled in a recessed portion defined in the base panel and configured to block light; a display module disposed on the rear surface of the base panel and including a display panel having an active area configured to display an image and a peripheral area disposed adjacent to the active area, and an optical member disposed on the display panel to overlap the active area and the peripheral area; and an electronic module disposed on the rear surface of the window member to overlap the effective area, wherein a hole region overlaps a portion of the effective region, and the recessed portion is defined in the hole region, wherein the light shielding pattern is disposed along an edge of a module hole defined in the active area and passing through the display module, and is separated from the peripheral area in a plan view, and A rear surface of the light shielding pattern is aligned with the rear surface of the base panel in a cross-sectional view.

12. The electronic device according to claim 11, wherein: The light shielding pattern has a thickness equal to or smaller than a thickness of the base panel.

13. The electronic device according to claim 11, wherein: The recessed portion is defined as a through hole through the base panel, The light shielding pattern covers the inner surface of the through hole, and At least a portion of the light shielding pattern is exposed from the front surface of the base panel.

14. The electronic device according to claim 13, wherein: The window member further includes an aperture plate disposed in the through hole to overlap the module hole, and The light shielding pattern fills a gap between the aperture plate and the base panel.

15. The electronic device according to claim 14, wherein: The aperture plate comprises the same material as the base panel.

16. The electronic device according to claim 14, wherein: The aperture plate has a surface area equal to or greater than the surface area of ​​the module apertures.

17. The electronic device according to claim 11, wherein: The recessed portion comprises: a first recessed portion recessed from the rear surface of the base panel and having a first width; and a second recessed portion, which is recessed from the first recessed portion and connected to the first recessed portion and has a second width smaller than the first width, and The light shielding pattern fills the first concave portion and the second concave portion.

18. The electronic device according to claim 17, wherein: The light shielding pattern defines a same plane as the rear surface of the base panel.

19. The electronic device according to claim 17, wherein: The light shielding pattern overlaps an inner surface of the module hole in a plan view.

20. The electronic device according to claim 11, wherein: The light shielding pattern has adhesiveness. 21 . The electronic device according to claim 11 , further comprising a plurality of adhesive layers disposed between the display panel and the optical member and between the optical member and the window member.

22. The electronic device according to claim 21, wherein: The display panel includes an organic light emitting element.

23. The electronic device according to claim 21, wherein: The optical member includes a polarizing film.

24. The electronic device according to claim 11, wherein: The window member further includes a frame layer disposed on the rear surface of the base panel to overlap the peripheral area, and The light shielding pattern is separated from the frame layer in a plan view.

25. The electronic device according to claim 24, further comprising another electronic module arranged to overlap with the frame layer, in, The window member further includes an additional light shielding pattern disposed in an additional recessed portion defined in a region overlapping the bezel layer.

26. The electronic device according to claim 11, wherein: The light shielding pattern has a closed curve shape in a plan view.

27. The electronic device according to claim 11, wherein: The base panel further includes a notch defined at one side of the base panel, and The light shielding pattern covers an inner surface of the recess.

28. The electronic device according to claim 27, wherein: The light shielding pattern has a shape in which a portion is opened from a closed curve in a plan view.

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