Modular table and method for manufacturing a display device using the same

Abstract

Disclosed are a modular table and a method of manufacturing a display device using the same. The modular table can include a first area for placing a flat portion of a display module, and a second area for placing a stepped portion of the display module, wherein the second area can include a plurality of blocks that are combined with each other to be independently movable in a vertical direction, respectively.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a modular platform and a method for manufacturing a display device therefrom, and more specifically, to a modular platform capable of fixing the position of a display module and a method for manufacturing a display device therefrom. Background Technology

[0002] The display module includes components such as a display panel, a touch panel, a polarizing layer, and a cover window. These components are bonded together using adhesives. Optical clear resin (OCR) and optical clear adhesives (OCA) are used as adhesives. When a defective component is found after the display module components have been bonded, a reprocessing process is performed to replace the defective component.

[0003] Typically, rework processes are performed manually, and the physical forces applied to separate defective components from other components can be applied to defect-free components, potentially damaging them. This damage reduces the success rate of reworking the display module. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Technical problems to be solved

[0005] One object of the present invention is to provide a modular platform comprising multiple blocks.

[0006] Another object of the present invention is to provide a method for manufacturing a display device using the above-described modular platform.

[0007] However, the purpose of this invention is not limited to the above-mentioned purpose, and various extensions can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of this invention.

[0008] Solution

[0009] A modular platform according to an embodiment for achieving one object of the present invention described above may include: a first region for placing a flat portion of a display module; and a second region for placing a stepped portion of the display module, wherein the second region may include a plurality of blocks, the plurality of blocks being coupled to each other so that each can move independently in the vertical direction.

[0010] In one embodiment, the first block may include a protrusion extending in a vertical direction.

[0011] In one embodiment, the second block adjacent to the first block may include a groove that extends vertically and is used to insert a protrusion of the first block.

[0012] In an embodiment, the blocks may have a cuboid shape.

[0013] In this embodiment, the blocks may have a cylindrical shape.

[0014] In an embodiment, the blocks may have a hexagonal prism shape.

[0015] In this embodiment, each of the multiple blocks may be the same size.

[0016] In one embodiment, the multiple blocks may include stainless steel.

[0017] In an embodiment, the first region may have a fixed shape.

[0018] In one embodiment, the first region may include a plurality of blocks that are joined together so that each block can move independently in a vertical direction.

[0019] In one embodiment, the modular platform may further include a third region that surrounds the display module in a plan view.

[0020] In one embodiment, the third region may include multiple blocks that are combined with each other so that each block can move independently in a vertical direction.

[0021] In an embodiment, the third region may have a fixed shape.

[0022] In one embodiment, the display module may include a display panel and a circuit board, the circuit board being electrically connected to the display panel and disposed on the rear surface of the display panel corresponding to the stepped portion.

[0023] A method for manufacturing a display device according to an embodiment of another object of the present invention described above may include the steps of: arranging a display module on a modular platform, the modular platform including a plurality of blocks joined together in at least one region to be independently movable in a vertical direction; and deforming the modular platform by applying pressure to the display module.

[0024] In an embodiment, the display module may include a flat portion and a stepped portion, and at least a portion of the plurality of blocks may move in accordance with the shape of the stepped portion, such that the modular platform can accommodate the stepped portion of the display module.

[0025] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the plurality of blocks may be moved to correspond to the shape of the flat portion, such that the modular platform can accommodate the flat portion of the display module.

[0026] In one embodiment, the display module may include a display panel and a circuit board, the circuit board being electrically connected to the display panel and disposed on the rear surface of the display panel to form a stepped portion.

[0027] In one embodiment, the modular platform may include: a first region for placing a flat portion of the display module; and a second region for placing a stepped portion of the display module, wherein at least a plurality of blocks may be arranged in the second region.

[0028] In an embodiment, the modular platform may further include a third region that surrounds the display module in a plan view and has a fixed shape.

[0029] Beneficial effects

[0030] The modular platform according to an embodiment of the present invention can accommodate the stepped portion of a display module arranged on the modular platform. Therefore, during the process of assembling, replacing, or disassembling the display module, uniform pressure can be applied to the display module, thereby preventing deformation or damage to the display module.

[0031] However, the effects of the present invention are not limited to those described above, and various extensions can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Attached Figure Description

[0032] Figure 1 This is a perspective view showing a display module and a modular platform according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] Figure 2 This is a side view showing a display module and a modular platform according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0034] Figure 3 It is shown Figure 1 A perspective view of another example of a modular platform.

[0035] Figure 4 It is shown Figure 1 A 3D view of another example of a modular platform.

[0036] Figure 5 It is shown Figure 1 A floor plan of an example modular platform.

[0037] Figure 6 It is shown Figure 1 A floor plan of another example of a modular table.

[0038] Figure 7 It is shown Figure 1 A floor plan of another example of a modular platform.

[0039] Figure 8 It is shown Figure 1 An enlarged view of part A of the modular platform.

[0040] Figure 9 It is shown Figure 8 3D view of the first and second blocks of the modular platform.

[0041] Figures 10 to 12 This is a diagram illustrating a method for manufacturing a display device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0042] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0043] 100: Display panel

[0044] 101: Circuit Board

[0045] 110: Display Module

[0046] 111: Flat area

[0047] 112: Step section

[0048] 120a, 120b, 120c, 121, 122: Modular platform

[0049] 10a: First Region

[0050] 10b: Second Region

[0051] 10c: Third Region

[0052] BR1, BR2, BR3, BR4, BRn: Blocks 1 to n Detailed Implementation

[0053] In the following, a modular platform according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention and a method for manufacturing a display device therefrom will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals are used to denote the same or similar components.

[0054] Figure 1 This is a perspective view showing a display module and a modular platform according to an embodiment of the present invention, and Figure 2 This is a side view showing a display module and a modular platform according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0055] According to one embodiment, when assembling the components of the display module 110, the modular platform 120a can be used to remove or replace some components from the display module 110. The modular platform 120a can support the display module 110 and fix its position.

[0056] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The display module 110 may include a display panel 100, a circuit board 101, etc., and the modular platform 120a may include multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn (where n is a natural number greater than 1).

[0057] According to one embodiment, the portion of the display module 110 that contacts the modular platform 120a may not be flat, but may have a stepped portion 112. For example, the display module 110 may include a circuit board 101 that is electrically connected to the display panel 100 and disposed on the rear surface of the display panel 100 and corresponds to the stepped portion 112, and the rear surface of the display module 110 may have the stepped portion 112 through the circuit board 101.

[0058] The modular platform 120a can deform to accommodate the stepped portion 112 of the rear surface of the display module 110.

[0059] According to one embodiment, the portion of the display module 110 that contacts the modular platform 120a may have a flat portion 111.

[0060] The modular platform 120a can deform to accommodate the flat portion 111 of the rear surface of the display module 110.

[0061] Multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn can be arranged along a first direction D1 and a second direction D2 intersecting the first direction D1. Adjacent blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn can be combined with each other. Furthermore, each block BR1, BR2, ..., BRn can move independently along a third direction D3 (vertical direction).

[0062] For example, the modular platform 120a can be integrally formed as a cuboid. According to one embodiment, each of the plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn can have a cuboid shape.

[0063] According to one embodiment, each of the plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn can be the same size.

[0064] According to one embodiment, the modular platform 120a may include stainless steel. For example, stainless steel may include stainless steel-303, stainless steel-304, stainless steel-306, stainless steel-440C, stainless steel-410, etc.

[0065] Figure 3 It is shown Figure 1 A perspective view of another example of a modular platform, and Figure 4 It is shown Figure 1 A 3D view of another example of a modular platform.

[0066] Reference Figure 3 The modular platform 121 may include multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn. According to one embodiment, each of the multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn may have a cylindrical shape. However, it is not limited to this, but may have various shapes. Therefore, various forms of display modules 110 can be accommodated.

[0067] According to one embodiment, including Figure 1 The size of each of the multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn in the modular stage 120a shown may differ from that included in the main body. Figure 3 The size of each of the multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn in the modular stage 121 shown. For example, including... Figure 1 The size of each of the multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn in the modular stage 120a shown can be larger than the size of the blocks included in the modular stage 120a. Figure 3 The size of each of the multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn in the modular stage 121 shown, and including Figure 1 The size of each of the multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn in the modular stage 120a shown can be smaller than that included in the main body. Figure 3 The size of each of the multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn in the modular stage 121 shown.

[0068] According to one embodiment, the modular platform 121 may include stainless steel. For example, stainless steel may include stainless steel-303, stainless steel-304, stainless steel-306, stainless steel-440C, stainless steel-410, etc.

[0069] Reference Figure 4 The modular platform 122 may include multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn. According to one embodiment, each of the multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn may have a hexagonal prism shape. However, it is not limited to this, but may have various shapes. Therefore, various forms of display modules 110 can be accommodated.

[0070] According to one embodiment, including Figure 1 The size of each of the multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn in the modular stage 120a shown may differ from that included in the main body. Figure 4 The size of each of the multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn in the modular stage 122 shown. For example, including... Figure 1 The size of each of the multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn in the modular stage 120a shown can be larger than the size of the blocks included in the modular stage 120a. Figure 4 The size of each of the multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn in the modular stage 122 shown, and including Figure 1 The size of each of the multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn in the modular stage 120a shown can be smaller than that included in the main body. Figure 4The size of each of the multiple blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn in the modular stage 122 shown.

[0071] According to one embodiment, the modular platform 122 may include stainless steel. For example, stainless steel may include stainless steel-303, stainless steel-304, stainless steel-306, stainless steel-440C, stainless steel-410, etc.

[0072] Figure 5 It is shown Figure 1 A floor plan of an example modular platform.

[0073] Reference Figure 5 The modular platform 120a may include a first region 10a, a second region 10b, and a third region 10c.

[0074] Figure 2 The flat portion 111 of the display module 110 shown can be placed in the first region 10a. According to one embodiment, the first region 10a may include a plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn that are coupled to each other and can be moved independently along a third direction D3 (vertical direction).

[0075] Figure 2 The stepped portion 112 of the display module 110 shown can be placed in the second region 10b. According to one embodiment, the second region 10b may include a plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn that are coupled to each other and can be independently moved along a third direction D3 (vertical direction).

[0076] In the plan view, the third region 10c can have surrounding... Figure 2 The shape of the display module 110 is shown. According to one embodiment, the third region 10c may include a plurality of adjacent and combined blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn.

[0077] Figure 6 It is shown Figure 1 A floor plan of another example of a modular table.

[0078] Reference Figure 6 The modular platform 120b may include a first region 10a, a second region 10b, and a third region 10c.

[0079] Figure 2 The flat portion 111 of the display module 110 shown can be placed in the first region 10a. According to one embodiment, the first region 10a may include a plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn that are coupled to each other and can be moved independently along a third direction D3 (vertical direction).

[0080] Figure 2The stepped portion 112 of the display module 110 shown can be placed in the second region 10b. According to one embodiment, the second region 10b may include a plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn that are coupled to each other and can be independently moved along a third direction D3 (vertical direction).

[0081] In the plan view, the third region 10c can have surrounding... Figure 2 The shape of the display module 110 shown. According to one embodiment, the third region 10c may have a fixed shape.

[0082] Figure 7 It is shown Figure 1 A floor plan of another example of a modular platform.

[0083] Reference Figure 7 The modular platform 120c may include a first region 10a, a second region 10b, and a third region 10c.

[0084] Figure 2 The flat portion 111 of the display module 110 shown can be placed in the first region 10a. According to one embodiment, the first region 10a may have a fixed shape.

[0085] Figure 2 The stepped portion 112 of the display module 110 shown can be placed in the second region 10b. According to one embodiment, the second region 10b may include a plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn that are coupled to each other and can be independently moved along a third direction D3 (vertical direction).

[0086] In the plan view, the third region 10c can have surrounding... Figure 2 The shape of the display module 110 shown. According to one embodiment, the third region 10c may have a fixed shape.

[0087] Figure 8 It is shown Figure 1 An enlarged view of part A of the modular platform, and Figure 9 It is shown Figure 8 3D view of the first and second blocks of the modular platform.

[0088] Reference Figure 8 and Figure 9 Each of the blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn in the modular platform 120a may have a protrusion 11 or a groove 12 extending in a third direction D3 formed on its side. For example, the protrusion 11 of the first block BR1 can be inserted into the groove 12 of the second block BR2. Therefore, the first block BR1 and the second block BR2 can be moved along the protrusion 11 or the groove 12, respectively.

[0089] Figures 10 to 12 This is a diagram illustrating a method for manufacturing a display device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0090] Figures 10 to 12 This is a diagram illustrating the process of replacing some components of the display module 110 and reassembling some components of the display module 110.

[0091] Figure 10 This is a diagram illustrating the process of detaching the window 130 attached to the display module 110.

[0092] First, to disassemble the window 130 of the display module 110, the display module 110 can be arranged on a modular stage 120a. The modular stage 120a includes, in at least one region, a plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn that are coupled to each other and can be independently moved along a third direction D3 (vertical direction). According to one embodiment, the aforementioned region may include... Figure 5 The first region 10a and the second region 10b are shown.

[0093] Furthermore, at least a portion of the plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn can be moved to correspond to the shape of the stepped portion 112 of the display module 110, such that the modular stage 120a can accommodate the stepped portion 112 of the display module 110, and at least a portion of the plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn can be moved to correspond to the shape of the flat portion 111 of the display module 110, such that the modular stage 120a can accommodate the flat portion 111 of the display module 110. For example, the display module 110 may include a circuit board 101 electrically connected to the display panel 100 and disposed on the rear surface of the display panel 100 to form the stepped portion 112.

[0094] According to one embodiment, a modular platform 120a on which the display module 110 is arranged can be deformed by applying pressure to the display module 110.

[0095] Therefore, the window 130 attached to the upper surface of the display module 110 can be separated from the display module 110 without deforming the display module 110.

[0096] Figure 11 This diagram illustrates the process of removing the adhesive 140 and foreign matter used to attach the window 130 to the upper surface of the display module 110.

[0097] First, in order to remove the adhesive 140 from the upper surface of the display module 110, the display module 110 can be arranged onto a modular stage 120a, which includes, in at least one region, a plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn that are coupled to each other and are each capable of independently moving along a third direction D3 (vertical direction). According to one embodiment, the aforementioned region may include... Figure 5 The first region 10a and the second region 10b are shown.

[0098] Furthermore, at least a portion of the plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn can be moved to correspond to the shape of the stepped portion 112 of the display module 110, such that the modular stage 120a can accommodate the stepped portion 112 of the display module 110, and at least a portion of the plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn can be moved to correspond to the shape of the flat portion 111 of the display module 110, such that the modular stage 120a can accommodate the flat portion 111 of the display module 110. For example, the display module 110 may include a circuit board 101 electrically connected to the display panel 100 and disposed on the rear surface of the display panel 100 to form the stepped portion 112.

[0099] According to one embodiment, a modular platform 120a on which the display module 110 is arranged can be deformed by applying pressure to the display module 110.

[0100] Therefore, the adhesive 140 and foreign matter attached to the upper surface of the display module 110 can be removed without deforming the display module 110.

[0101] Figure 12 This illustrates the rebonding of adhesive 140 and window 130 to... Figure 10 and Figure 11 A diagram showing the process of separating the window 130 and removing the adhesive 140 from the upper surface of the display module 110.

[0102] First, to bond the adhesive 140 and the window 130 to the upper surface of the display module 110, the display module 110 can be arranged on a modular platform 120a, which includes, in at least one region, a plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn that are coupled to each other and are each capable of independently moving along a third direction D3 (vertical direction). According to one embodiment, the aforementioned region may include... Figure 5 The first region 10a and the second region 10b are shown.

[0103] Furthermore, at least a portion of the plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn can be moved to correspond to the shape of the stepped portion 112 of the display module 110, such that the modular stage 120a can accommodate the stepped portion 112 of the display module 110, and at least a portion of the plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn can be moved to correspond to the shape of the flat portion 111 of the display module 110, such that the modular stage 120a can accommodate the flat portion 111 of the display module 110. For example, the display module 110 may include a circuit board 101 electrically connected to the display panel 100 and disposed on the rear surface of the display panel 100 to form the stepped portion 112.

[0104] According to one embodiment, the modular platform 120a on which the display module 110 is arranged may include a plurality of blocks BR1, BR2, ..., BRn that are coupled to each other and are each capable of moving independently along a third direction D3 (vertical direction). Therefore, when pressure is applied to the display module 110, the modular platform 120a can deform according to the shape of the rear surface of the display module 110. Thus, the pressure applied to the display module 110 can be made uniform. Therefore, when assembling / replacing / separating the display module 110 with the stepped portion 112, deformation or wrinkling can be prevented.

[0105] As described above, the invention has been illustrated with reference to exemplary embodiments thereof. However, those skilled in the art should understand that various modifications and alterations can be made to the invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as set forth in the appended claims.

Claims

1. A modular table comprising: a first area for placing a flat portion of a display module; and a second area for placing a stepped portion of the display module, wherein the second area comprises a plurality of blocks that are coupled to each other to be independently movable in a vertical direction, respectively, wherein at least a portion of the plurality of blocks moves in correspondence with a shape of the stepped portion of the display module so that the modular table accommodates the stepped portion of the display module. A first block of the plurality of blocks comprises a protrusion toward a direction of an adjacent block.

2. The modular table of claim 1, wherein, A second block adjacent to the first block comprises a slot for inserting the protrusion of the first block.

3. The modular table of claim 2, wherein, The plurality of blocks have a cuboid shape.

4. The modular table of claim 1, wherein, The plurality of blocks have a cylindrical shape.

5. The modular table of claim 1, wherein, The plurality of blocks have a hexagonal prism shape.

6. The modular table of claim 1, wherein, The first area has a fixed shape.

7. The modular table of claim 1, wherein, The first area comprises the plurality of blocks that are coupled to each other to be independently movable in the vertical direction, respectively.

8. The modular table of claim 1, wherein, 9.The modular table of claim 1, further comprising: a third area that surrounds the display module in a plan view. The third area comprises the plurality of blocks that are coupled to each other to be independently movable in the vertical direction, respectively.

10. The modular table of claim 9, wherein, ​

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