Electronic device including a display and method of measuring a movement distance of the display

Abstract

Disclosed is an electronic device including a first surface facing a first direction, a second surface facing a second direction opposite to the first direction, a housing formed around at least a portion of a space between the first surface and the second surface, a PCB disposed within the space of the housing, a display extending in a third direction different from the first direction and the second direction and displaying a screen, and at least one processor, wherein the PCB includes a plurality of detection units, a detection target detected by at least one of the plurality of detection units is disposed within a predetermined distance in the second direction of the display, and the processor is configured to calculate movement information including at least one of a movement start position of the display, a movement end position of the display, and a movement distance of the display, based on sensing data received from the plurality of detection units. Various other embodiments determined by the specification are also possible.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to techniques for implementing electronic devices including displays and methods for measuring the distance the displays move. Background Technology

[0002] Electronic devices can display images via a display mounted on the surface of a housing. Multiple pixels for displaying the image can be disposed within the display. The display can receive signals and voltages for displaying the image from a display driver IC (DDI). Each of the multiple pixels can receive data voltages from the display driver IC corresponding to the brightness and color of the image to be displayed in the current frame.

[0003] The monitor can maintain a constant display area size. The display driver IC can turn the monitor on or off. The display driver IC can change the active area of ​​the monitor based on a scenario specified by the UX or SW. The processor can determine whether the monitor is on or off. The processor can identify the active and inactive areas of the display area. Here, the active area can be the area displaying content. Here, the inactive area can be the display area that is black or partially off. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Technical issues

[0005] Recently, an electronic device has been developed that includes a scalable or rollable display, in which only a portion of the display is exposed and used, and the size of the display area can be changed as needed. The extension portion, as part of the display area, can be located inside the electronic device and can extend to the outside of the electronic device. The extension portion of the display can show an additional display area to the user. When the extension portion extends to the outside of the electronic device, additional content can be displayed in the additional display area.

[0006] The processor in existing electronic devices may only determine whether the display is on or off and whether it is activated. However, the processor may not be able to easily measure how much the display has moved. That is, the processor may not be able to accurately determine how much of the additional display area is shown to the user. Therefore, the content displayed in the additional display area may be interrupted, or the additional display area may appear black.

[0007] Embodiments of the present invention provide a method for measuring the start and end positions of the display area and the distance the display moves when the display area of ​​a movable scalable display is moved, as well as an electronic device for applying the method.

[0008] Technical solution

[0009] An electronic device according to an example embodiment of the present disclosure includes: a housing formed at least partially around a first surface facing a first direction, a second surface facing a second direction opposite to the first direction, and at least a portion of a space between the first and second surfaces; a PCB disposed in the space; a display extending along a third direction different from the first and second directions and configured to display an image; and at least one processor. The PCB includes a plurality of sensing units, each of which includes sensing circuitry. A sensing target, sensed within a specified distance by at least one of the plurality of sensing units, is disposed in the display along the second direction. The processor is configured to: calculate movement information, including at least one of a movement start position of the display, a movement end position of the display, and a movement distance of the display, based at least on sensing data received from the plurality of sensing units.

[0010] An electronic device according to an example embodiment of the present disclosure includes: a housing including a first surface facing a first direction, a second surface facing a second direction opposite to the first direction, and a side surface formed around a space between the first and second surfaces; a PCB disposed in the space of the housing; a display including a first area extending along a third direction different from the first and second directions and displaying an image; a rotation unit disposed on the side surface of the housing and configured to move the display; and at least one processor. The PCB includes at least one first sensing unit. A first sensing target sensed by at least one first sensing unit within a specified distance is disposed along the second direction of the display. The display includes a second area that is bent by the rotation unit and / or extends along a third direction of the electronic device. The rotation unit includes at least one second sensing target. At least one second sensing unit sensing at least one second sensing target is disposed on the side surface of the housing adjacent to the rotation unit. The processor is configured to: calculate movement information including the movement distance of the display based on sensing data received from at least one of the first and second sensing units.

[0011] An electronic device according to an example embodiment of the present disclosure includes: a housing including a first surface facing a first direction, a second surface facing a second direction opposite to the first direction, and a side surface formed around a space between the first and second surfaces; a PCB disposed in the space of the housing; a display including a first area extending along a third direction different from the first and second directions and displaying an image; and at least one processor. The PCB includes a sensing unit. A plurality of sensing targets sensed by the sensing unit within a first distance are disposed along the second direction of the display, the first distance being a specified interval and the plurality of sensing targets being spaced apart from each other by the first distance. The processor is configured to: calculate movement information based on sensing data received from the sensing unit, the movement information including a start position of movement of the display, an end position of movement of the display, and a movement distance of the display.

[0012] Beneficial effects of the invention

[0013] According to various example embodiments of this disclosure, by accurately measuring the movement distance of the linear portion of the expandable display and / or the rotation angle of the rotating portion, it is possible to determine how much additional display area is displayed to the user.

[0014] Furthermore, according to various example embodiments of this disclosure, by accurately measuring the start and end positions of the display area of ​​the scalable display for each detailed portion, content can be changed and displayed smoothly or seamlessly corresponding to the size of the display area.

[0015] Furthermore, this disclosure can provide various effects, directly or indirectly. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a block diagram illustrating an electronic device in a network environment according to various example embodiments.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a block diagram illustrating a display device according to various example embodiments.

[0018] Figure 3a This is a front view showing the normal mode of a display of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0019] Figure 3b This is a front view showing an extended mode of the display of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0020] Figure 4a This is a rear view showing the normal mode of a display of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0021] Figure 4b This is a rear view showing an extended mode of the display of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0022] Figure 5a This is a perspective view showing the normal mode of a display of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0023] Figure 5b This is a perspective view showing an extended mode of a display of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0024] Figure 6a This is a side view showing the normal mode of a display of an electronic device according to various embodiments.

[0025] Figure 6b This is a side view showing an extended mode of the display of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0026] Figure 6c Based on various example embodiments Figure 6b Enlarged image.

[0027] Figure 7 This is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0028] Figure 8 This is a view showing the display, display mounting portion, and metal components of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0029] Figure 9a This is a view illustrating a sensing target, a first sensing unit, and a second sensing unit of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0030] Figure 9b This is a view illustrating the sensing target and multiple sensing units of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0031] Figure 10 This is a view illustrating the sensing target and multiple sensing units of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0032] Figure 11 This is a block diagram illustrating components for measuring the distance traveled by a display of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0033] Figure 12 This is a block diagram illustrating components for measuring the distance traveled by a display of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0034] Figure 13 This is a view illustrating the sensing target and multiple sensing units of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0035] Figure 14This is a block diagram illustrating components for measuring the distance traveled by a display of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0036] Figure 15a This is a view illustrating an expansion mode of a display by means of a metal component that expands an electronic device, according to various example embodiments.

[0037] Figure 15b This is a view illustrating the normal mode of retracting the display by retracting the metal component of the electronic device, according to various example embodiments.

[0038] Figure 16 This is a view showing a sensing target disposed on a rotating unit of an electronic device and a sensing unit disposed on a side surface of a housing, according to various example embodiments.

[0039] Figure 17 This is a view showing a rotation detection sensor disposed on a rotation unit of an electronic device according to various example embodiments.

[0040] Figure 18a This is a view showing a metal pattern disposed on a rotating unit of an electronic device and a connecting portion disposed on a side surface of a housing, according to various example embodiments.

[0041] Figure 18b This is a view showing a metal pattern disposed on a rotating unit of an electronic device and a connecting portion disposed on a side surface of a housing, according to various example embodiments.

[0042] Figure 18c This is a view showing a metal pattern disposed on a rotating unit of an electronic device and a connecting portion disposed on a side surface of a housing, according to various example embodiments.

[0043] Figure 19a This is a view showing a dielectric body disposed on a rotating unit of an electronic device and a dielectric constant detection sensor disposed on a side surface of a housing, according to various example embodiments.

[0044] Figure 19b This is a view showing a dielectric pattern disposed on a rotating unit of an electronic device and a dielectric constant detection sensor disposed on a side surface of a housing, according to various example embodiments.

[0045] Regarding the description of the accompanying drawings, the same or similar reference numerals may refer to the same or similar components. Detailed Implementation

[0046] In the following description, various exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure may be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the following description is not intended to limit the invention to a specific type of embodiment, and includes various modifications, equivalents, and / or substitutions.

[0047] Figure 1 This is a block diagram illustrating an electronic device 101 in a network environment 100 according to various embodiments. Reference Figure 1 In network environment 100, electronic device 101 can communicate with electronic device 102 via a first network 198 (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or with electronic device 104 or server 108 via a second network 199 (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to an embodiment, electronic device 101 can communicate with electronic device 104 via server 108. According to an embodiment, electronic device 101 may include a processor 120, memory 130, input device 150, sound output device 155, display device 160, audio module 170, sensor module 176, interface 177, haptic module 179, camera module 180, power management module 188, battery 189, communication module 190, user identification module (SIM) 196, or antenna module 197. In some embodiments, at least one of these components (e.g., display device 160 or camera module 180) may be omitted from electronic device 101, or one or more other components may be added to electronic device 101. In some embodiments, some of the components may be implemented as a single integrated circuit. For example, sensor module 176 (e.g., a fingerprint sensor, iris sensor, or illuminance sensor) may be implemented as embedded in display device 160 (e.g., a display). Each “module” herein may include circuitry.

[0048] Processor 120 may run software (e.g., program 140) to control at least one other component (e.g., hardware or software component) of electronic device 101 connected to processor 120, and may perform various data processing or calculations. According to embodiments, as at least part of the data processing or calculations, processor 120 may load commands or data received from another component (e.g., sensor module 176 or communication module 190) into volatile memory 132, process the commands or data stored in volatile memory 132, and store the resulting data in non-volatile memory 134. According to embodiments, processor 120 may include a main processor 121 (e.g., central processing unit (CPU) or application processor (AP)) and an auxiliary processor 123 (e.g., graphics processing unit (GPU), image signal processor (ISP), sensor hub processor, or communication processor (CP)) that is operationally independent of or combined with the main processor 121. Additionally or alternatively, auxiliary processor 123 may be adapted to consume less power than main processor 121, or adapted for a specific function. The auxiliary processor 123 can be implemented separately from the main processor 121, or it can be implemented as part of the main processor 121.

[0049] When the main processor 121 is inactive (e.g., in sleep mode), the auxiliary processor 123 may control at least some of the functions or states associated with at least one component of the electronic device 101 (other than the main processor 121) (e.g., display device 160, sensor module 176, or communication module 190), or when the main processor 121 is active (e.g., running an application), the auxiliary processor 123 may work with the main processor 121 to control at least some of the functions or states associated with at least one component of the electronic device 101 (e.g., display device 160, sensor module 176, or communication module 190). According to embodiments, the auxiliary processor 123 (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as part of another component (e.g., camera module 180 or communication module 190) functionally associated with the auxiliary processor 123.

[0050] Memory 130 may store various data used by at least one component of electronic device 101 (e.g., processor 120 or sensor module 176). The various data may include, for example, software (e.g., program 140) and input or output data for commands associated with it. Memory 130 may include volatile memory 132 or non-volatile memory 134.

[0051] The program 140 may be stored as software in the memory 130, and the program 140 may include, for example, an operating system (OS) 142, middleware 144, or application 146.

[0052] Input device 150 can receive commands or data from outside electronic device 101 (e.g., a user) that will be used by other components of electronic device 101 (e.g., processor 120). Input device 150 may include, for example, a microphone, mouse, keyboard, or digital pen (e.g., stylus).

[0053] The sound output device 155 can output sound signals to the outside of the electronic device 101. The sound output device 155 may include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes such as playing multimedia or playing records, and the receiver can be used for incoming calls. According to an embodiment, the receiver may be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of the speaker.

[0054] Display device 160 can visually provide information to the outside of electronic device 101 (e.g., to a user). Display device 160 may include, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector, and control circuitry for controlling a respective one of the display, holographic device, and projector. According to an embodiment, display device 160 may include touch circuitry adapted to detect touch or sensor circuitry (e.g., a pressure sensor) adapted to measure the intensity of the force caused by touch.

[0055] The audio module 170 can convert sound into electrical signals and vice versa. According to an embodiment, the audio module 170 can obtain sound via the input device 150, or output sound via the sound output device 155 or headphones of an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device 102) that is directly (e.g., wired) or wirelessly connected to the electronic device 101.

[0056] Sensor module 176 can detect the operating state of electronic device 101 (e.g., power or temperature) or the environmental state outside electronic device 101 (e.g., user state), and then generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected state. According to embodiments, sensor module 176 may include, for example, a gesture sensor, gyroscope sensor, atmospheric pressure sensor, magnetic sensor, accelerometer, grip sensor, proximity sensor, color sensor, infrared (IR) sensor, biometric sensor, temperature sensor, humidity sensor, or illuminance sensor.

[0057] Interface 177 may support one or more specific protocols used to enable electronic device 101 to connect directly (e.g., wired) or wirelessly to external electronic devices (e.g., electronic device 102). According to embodiments, interface 177 may include, for example, a High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI), a Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface, a Secure Digital Card (SD) interface, or an audio interface.

[0058] Connection end 178 may include a connector, through which electronic device 101 can be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device 102). According to embodiments, connection end 178 may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0059] The tactile module 179 can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimulation (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimulation that can be recognized by a user through his touch or kinesthesia. According to an embodiment, the tactile module 179 may include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulator.

[0060] Camera module 180 can capture still or moving images. According to an embodiment, camera module 180 may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, an image signal processor, or a flash.

[0061] The drive unit 181 can move the display device 160 into or out of the electronic device 101. The drive unit 181 can control the display device 160 to switch between a normal mode and an extended mode. In the normal mode, the display device 160 is housed within the electronic device 101; in the extended mode, the display device 160 extends outwards from the electronic device 101. The drive unit 181 can be a sliding track structure or a motor. However, the type or structure of the drive unit 181 is not limited to these.

[0062] The rotating unit 183 can move the display device 160 into or out of the electronic device 101, or it can serve as a support member for moving the display device 160 into or out of the electronic device 101. The rotating unit 183 can insert the rollable display device 160 by rolling the display device 160 into the electronic device 101. The rotating unit 183 can unfold the display device 160 to extend it out of the electronic device 101. The rotating unit 183 can be a cylindrical rotating structure and is disposed on the side surface of the electronic device 101.

[0063] The power management module 188 manages the power supply to the electronic device 101. According to an embodiment, the power management module 188 may be implemented as at least part of, for example, a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0064] Battery 189 can power at least one component of electronic device 101. According to an embodiment, battery 189 may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable rechargeable battery, or a fuel cell.

[0065] Communication module 190 can support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) or wireless communication channel between electronic device 101 and external electronic devices (e.g., electronic device 102, electronic device 104, or server 108), and perform communication via the established communication channel. Communication module 190 may include one or more communication processors capable of operating independently of processor 120 (e.g., application processor (AP)) and support direct (e.g., wired) or wireless communication. According to embodiments, communication module 190 may include wireless communication module 192 (e.g., cellular communication module, short-range wireless communication module, or Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) communication module) or wired communication module 194 (e.g., local area network (LAN) communication module or power line communication (PLC) module). One of these communication modules can communicate with an external electronic device via a first network 198 (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Direct, or Infrared Data Association (IrDA)) or a second network 199 (e.g., a long-range communication network such as a cellular network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or a wide area network (WAN))). These various types of communication modules can be implemented as a single component (e.g., a single chip) or as multiple components (e.g., multiple chips) that are separate from each other. The wireless communication module 192 can identify and verify the electronic device 101 in the communication network (such as the first network 198 or the second network 199) using user information (e.g., the International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI)) stored in the user identification module 196.

[0066] Antenna module 197 can transmit or receive signals or power to or from the exterior of electronic device 101 (e.g., external electronic device). According to an embodiment, antenna module 197 may include an antenna comprising a radiating element formed of a conductive material or conductive pattern formed in or on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). According to an embodiment, antenna module 197 may include multiple antennas. In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication scheme used in a communication network (such as a first network 198 or a second network 199) can be selected from the multiple antennas by, for example, communication module 190 (e.g., wireless communication module 192). Signals or power can then be transmitted or received between communication module 190 and the external electronic device via the selected at least one antenna. According to an embodiment, additional components besides the radiating element (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally incorporated into antenna module 197.

[0067] At least some of the aforementioned components can be interconnected and communicate signals (e.g., commands or data) between them via an inter-peripheral communication scheme (e.g., bus, general purpose input / output (GPIO), serial peripheral interface (SPI), or mobile industrial processor interface (MIPI)).

[0068] According to an embodiment, commands or data can be sent or received between electronic device 101 and external electronic device 104 via server 108 connected to a second network 199. Each of electronic device 102 and electronic device 104 can be a device of the same type as electronic device 101, or a device of a different type. According to an embodiment, all or some operations that would be performed on electronic device 101 can be performed on one or more of external electronic devices 102, external electronic devices 104, or server 108. For example, if electronic device 101 is required to automatically perform a function or service, or is required to perform a function or service in response to a request from a user or another device, electronic device 101 may request the one or more external electronic devices to perform at least a portion of the function or service, instead of running the function or service, or electronic device 101 may request the one or more external electronic devices to perform at least a portion of the function or service in addition to running the function or service. Upon receiving the request, the one or more external electronic devices may perform at least a portion of the requested function or service, or perform additional functions or services related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to electronic device 101. Electronic device 101 may provide the result as at least a partial response to the request, either with further processing or without further processing. For this purpose, technologies such as cloud computing, distributed computing, or client-server computing may be used.

[0069] Figure 2 This is a block diagram 200 illustrating a display device 160 according to various embodiments. Reference Figure 2The display device 160 may include a display 210 and a display driver integrated circuit (DDI) 230 for controlling the display 210. The DDI 230 may include an interface module 231, a memory 233 (e.g., a buffer memory), an image processing module 235, or a mapping module 237. The DDI 230 may receive image information containing image data or image control signals corresponding to commands for controlling the image data from another component of the electronic device 101 via the interface module 231. For example, according to an embodiment, the image information may be received from a processor 120 (e.g., a main processor 121 (e.g., an application processor)) or an auxiliary processor 123 (e.g., a graphics processing unit), wherein the auxiliary processor 123 operates independently of the functions of the main processor 121. The DDI 230 may communicate with, for example, a touch circuit 150 or a sensor module 176 via the interface module 231. The DDI 230 may also store at least a portion of the received image information in the memory 233, for example, frame-by-frame. Image processing module 235 can perform preprocessing or postprocessing (e.g., adjustments to resolution, brightness, or size) on at least a portion of image data. According to embodiments, for example, preprocessing or postprocessing can be performed at least partially based on one or more features of the image data or one or more features of the display 210. Mapping module 237 can generate voltage or current values ​​corresponding to the image data preprocessed or postprocessed by image processing module 235. According to embodiments, for example, the generation of voltage or current values ​​can be performed at least partially based on one or more attributes of pixels (e.g., the array of pixels (such as RGB stripes or pentile structures) or the size of each subpixel). For example, at least some pixels of display 210 can be driven at least partially based on voltage or current values, thereby enabling the display 210 to display visual information (e.g., text, images, or icons) corresponding to the image data.

[0070] According to an embodiment, the display device 160 may further include touch circuitry 250. Touch circuitry 250 may include touch sensor 251 and touch sensor IC 253 for controlling touch sensor 251. Touch sensor IC 253 may control touch sensor 251 to sense touch input or hover input for a specific location on display 210. For this purpose, for example, touch sensor 251 may detect (e.g., measure) a signal (e.g., voltage, light intensity, resistance, or one or more charge quantities) corresponding to a specific location on display 210. Touch circuitry 250 may provide input information (e.g., position, area, pressure, or time) indicating the touch input or hover input detected via touch sensor 251 to processor 120. According to an embodiment, at least a portion of touch circuitry 250 (e.g., touch sensor IC 253) may be formed as part of display 210 or DDI 230, or as part of another component (e.g., auxiliary processor 123) located outside display device 160.

[0071] According to an embodiment, the display device 160 may further include at least one sensor (e.g., a fingerprint sensor, an iris sensor, a pressure sensor, or an illuminance sensor) or control circuitry for said at least one sensor in the sensor module 176. In such a case, said at least one sensor or control circuitry for said at least one sensor may be embedded in a portion of a component of the display device 160 (e.g., display 210, DDI 230, or touch circuitry 1250). For example, when the sensor module 176 embedded in the display device 160 includes a biometric sensor (e.g., a fingerprint sensor), the biometric sensor may acquire biometric information (e.g., a fingerprint image) corresponding to touch input received via a portion of the display 210. As another example, when the sensor module 176 embedded in the display device 160 includes a pressure sensor, the pressure sensor may acquire pressure information corresponding to touch input received via a portion or the entire area of ​​the display 210. According to an embodiment, the touch sensor 251 or the sensor module 176 may be arranged between pixels in the pixel layer of the display 210, or arranged above or below the pixel layer.

[0072] Figure 3a This illustrates an electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., Figure 1 The front view 300 of the display 210 of the electronic device 101 in normal mode.

[0073] In this embodiment, the display 210 of the electronic device 101 can face a first direction (+Z axis direction), that is, face forward. From the front of the electronic device, the user can visually recognize the image on the display 210.

[0074] In one embodiment, the first housing 310 may form a side surface of the electronic device 101. The first housing 310 may protect the side surface of the display 210. The first housing 310 may include openings formed in its side surface.

[0075] In this embodiment, the second housing 320 may form the upper and lower exterior of the electronic device 101. The second housing 320 may protect the upper and lower parts of the display 210. Connector terminals, microphone holes, speaker holes, and sensor holes may be disposed in the second housing 320.

[0076] Figure 3b This illustrates an electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., Figure 1 A front view 350 of the extended mode of the display 210 of the electronic device 101. The extended mode according to the embodiment can be accessed via reference... Figure 1 The described expansion mode is an extension implementation of the display device 160. For example, the expansion mode can be that the display device 160 implements an extension mode via... Figure 1 The drive unit 181 and / or the rotation unit 183 extend beyond the electronic device 101.

[0077] In an embodiment, the display 210 can be extended to the side of the electronic device 101 (e.g., along the +X axis direction). In the normal mode before extension, the display 210 can be mounted in a bent or rolled state on the side of the first housing 310 and the second housing 320 opposite to the extension direction. The display 210 can be extended to the outside of the electronic device 101. For example, the display 210 can be extended within the first housing 310 and the second housing 320 without bending or sliding, and at least a portion of the display 210 can protrude from the interior of the electronic device 101 through an opening formed on the side surface of the first housing 310. Therefore, the size of the display 210 as perceived by the user can be increased. In the extended mode of the display 210, the size of the display 210 can be increased by the addition of a display area compared to the normal mode. The additional display area may be referred to as the first area in this disclosure.

[0078] In one embodiment, the first housing 310 protects the side surfaces of the extended display 210. The second housing 320 secures the upper and lower parts of the display 210 to prevent the extended display 210 from detaching from the electronic device 101.

[0079] Figure 4a This illustrates an electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., Figure 1 The display of the electronic device 101 (e.g., Figure 3a The rear view 400 of the normal mode of the monitor 210. Figure 4bThis is a display showing the electronic device 101 according to an embodiment (e.g., Figure 3b Rear view 450 of extended mode of the display 210.

[0080] In one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may have a sub-display 410 facing a second direction (-Z-axis direction) (i.e., rear side), a third housing 420, and a camera hole 421. The sub-display 410 may display content different from that displayed on the display 210. The third housing 420 may protect the rear surface of the electronic device 101. The camera hole 421 may capture external images.

[0081] In one embodiment, the display 210 may extend along a third direction (e.g., the -X-axis direction) perpendicular to the first and second directions to have a larger size than the third housing 420. A protective member 460 may be disposed on the rear surface of the display 210 to protect the edges of the extended rear surface of the display 210.

[0082] Figure 5a This illustrates an electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., Figure 1 The display of the electronic device 101 (e.g., Figure 3a The normal mode perspective view 500 of the monitor 210. Figure 5b This is a display showing the electronic device 101 according to an embodiment (e.g., Figure 3b The extended mode perspective view 550 of the display 210.

[0083] In an embodiment, the display 210 may include a first region 510 and a second region 520. The first region 510 and the second region 520 may be connected to each other at at least one boundary and may display a single image including continuous content. In an embodiment, the first region 510 of the display 210 may extend in the lateral direction of the electronic device 101. For example, the area of ​​the first region 510 may increase as the length of the first region 510 in the third direction (-X-axis direction) increases.

[0084] In one embodiment, the second region 520 of the display 210 may be embedded in a portion of the electronic device 101. In an extended mode, the second region 520 may extend beyond the electronic device 101 (e.g., along a third direction of the electronic device 101).

[0085] Figure 6a This illustrates an electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., Figure 1 The display of the electronic device 101 (e.g., Figure 3a Side view 600 of the normal mode of the monitor 210. Figure 6b This is a display showing the electronic device 101 according to an embodiment (e.g., Figure 3b Side view 650 of the extended mode of the display 210. Figure 6c yes Figure 6b Enlarged image 670.

[0086] In an embodiment, the third housing 610 (e.g., Figure 4b The third housing 420 can be disposed on the rear surface of the electronic device 101. The third housing 610 can protect the rear surface of the electronic device 101 from impact.

[0087] In this embodiment, the support member 620 can fix the position of the PCB and the display 210. The support member 620 can be a bracket for supporting modules, IC chips, and circuits, thereby positioning the modules, IC chips, and circuits at designated locations within the internal space of the housing.

[0088] In this embodiment, the display mounting portion 630 can mount the display 210 thereon. A transparent tempered glass or plastic cover can cover the front surface (+Z-axis direction) of the display mounting portion 630 to protect the front surface of the display 210 and allow the user to visually recognize the image. A metal sheet (e.g., a copper sheet) for stably supporting the display 210 can be provided on the rear surface (-Z-axis direction) of the display mounting portion 630.

[0089] In an embodiment, the first region 660 (e.g., Figure 5a The first region 510 can be an extended region of the display 210. Although it is located on the side opposite to the first region 660 (e.g., in the left-hand direction) and Figure 6b The middle part is omitted, but the second region (e.g., Figure 5a The second region 520 may be an area that additionally displays a portion of the internal display 210 of the electronic device in an unexposed state in extended mode. For example, the first region 660 may be located through a first housing (e.g., Figure 3a The opening of the first housing 310 protrudes from the display mounting portion 630 in a third direction (+X axis direction). In another example, the first region 660 can be accessed by a drive unit such as a track disposed on the display mounting portion 630 (e.g., Figure 1 The drive unit 181 protrudes beyond the electronic device 101. As the first region 660 extends, the size of the display 210, as perceived by the user, can increase. Due to the first region 660, the area of ​​the display 210 can be larger than the area of ​​the front surface of the electronic device 101, thus allowing for the use of a large screen as needed.

[0090] In the embodiment, reference Figure 6cAs shown in the enlarged view, the first region 660 can be mounted on the display mounting portion 630, or it can extend from the display mounting portion 630 to the outside using an upper recessed structure provided on the display mounting portion 630. One end of the first region 660 can have a shape corresponding to the first housing 310. For example, one end of the first region 660 can include a curved surface having a curvature corresponding to the first housing 310.

[0091] Figure 7 It is an electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., Figure 1 An exploded perspective view 700 of an electronic device 101. The electronic device 101 according to an embodiment may include a display 710 (e.g., [missing information]). Figure 2 The display 210), the display mounting section 720 (for example, Figure 6a The display mounting part 630), and the support member 730 (e.g., Figure 6a Support member 620), PCB 740, first housing 750 (e.g., Figure 3a First housing 310), third housing 760 (e.g., Figure 4a The third housing 420) and the second housings 771, 772 and 773 (e.g., Figure 3b The second housing 320).

[0092] In this embodiment, the display 710 can display an image. The display 710 can be mounted in the space formed by the first housing 750, the third housing 760, and the second housings 771, 772, and 773. At least a portion of the display 710 can extend along a third direction (e.g., the +X-axis direction) of the electronic device 101. Before extension, at least a portion of the display 710 can be folded along the rearward direction (-Z-axis direction) of the electronic device 101. When the display 710 extends, the area folded along the rearward direction (-Z-axis direction) of the electronic device 101 can face the forward direction (+Z-axis direction) of the electronic device 101. When the display 710 extends, the area of ​​the display 710 can increase, thereby allowing the display 710 to be extended.

[0093] In this embodiment, a display mounting portion 720 may be disposed on the rear surface of the display 710. The display mounting portion 720 may support the display 710. The display mounting portion 720 may have a shape corresponding to the display 710 folded in the rearward direction (-Z-axis direction) of the electronic device 101. The display mounting portion 720 may secure the display 710 folded in the rearward direction (-Z-axis direction) of the electronic device 101.

[0094] In this embodiment, the support member 730 may be disposed on the rear surface of the display mounting portion 720. The support member 730 may fix the positions of the modules, IC chips, and circuits constituting the electronic device 101. The support member 730 may include a metal member 731.

[0095] In this embodiment, the metal member 731 may be disposed on the front surface of the support member 730. The metal member 731 may be disposed on the rear surface of the display 710. The metal member 731 may physically move the display 710. For example, the metal member 731 may move the display 710 in a third direction (e.g., the +X axis direction). The metal member 731 may be a metal plate with a strip structure or a track structure made of metallic material.

[0096] In this embodiment, the PCB 740 may be disposed on the rear surface of the support member 730. Modules, IC chips, and circuits constituting the electronic device 101 may be disposed on the PCB 740. For example, a processor (e.g., Figure 1 The processor 120 can be set on PCB 740.

[0097] In one embodiment, the first housing 750 may be configured to surround the sides of the display 710, the display mounting portion 720, the support member 730, and the PCB 740. The first housing 750 may protect the side surfaces of the electronic device 101. The display 710 may be extended through the first housing 750. For example, the first housing 750 may include an opening through which the display 710 protrudes.

[0098] In one embodiment, the third housing 760 may be configured to surround the rear surface of the PCB 740. The third housing 760 may protect the rear surface of the electronic device 101.

[0099] In an embodiment, second housings 771, 772, and 773 may be configured to surround the upper and lower portions of the display 710, the display mounting portion 720, the support member 730, and the PCB 740. The second housings 771, 772, and 773 may protect the upper and lower portions of the electronic device 101. The second housings 771, 772, and 773 may include multiple openings, such as connector terminals, speaker holes, or microphone holes.

[0100] Figure 8 This illustrates an electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., Figure 1 A view of the display 710, display mounting part 720 and metal component 731 of the electronic device 101.

[0101] In one embodiment, the display mounting portion 720 may have a display 710 mounted thereon. A metal member 731 may be provided on the front surface of the display mounting portion 720 to push or pull the display 710 in a third direction (e.g., the +X axis direction).

[0102] Figure 9a This illustrates an electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., Figure 1 A view 900 of the sensing target 920, the first sensing unit 931 and the second sensing unit 932 of the electronic device 101.

[0103] In this embodiment, the display 210 may be mounted on the display mounting portion 910 (e.g., along a third direction, such as the +X axis direction) in a third direction. Figure 6a The display mounting section 630 moves. The display 210 can slide along a third direction (e.g., the +X axis direction) based on the rotation of the rotating unit 940.

[0104] In an embodiment, the sensing target 920 may be disposed on the lower surface of the display 210. The sensing target 920 may be a reference position for sensing the position of the display 210 before movement, the distance of movement, and / or the position after movement. When the sensing target 920 is disposed on the PCB 930 (e.g., Figure 7 When the first sensing unit 931 or the second sensing unit 932 on the PCB 740 are within a first distance (the first distance is a specified interval) between them, the sensing target 920 can be sensed by the first sensing unit 931 or the second sensing unit 932.

[0105] In an embodiment, the first sensing unit 931 and the second sensing unit 932 can be disposed on the upper surface of the PCB 930. The first sensing unit 931 and the second sensing unit 932 can sense the sensing target 920. When the sensing target 920 enters within a first distance, the processor (e.g., Figure 1 The processor 120 can determine whether the sensing target 920 is located at a position corresponding to the first sensing unit 931 or the second sensing unit 932 along a first direction (+Z axis direction) by using the first sensing unit 931 or the second sensing unit 932. When the sensing target 920 enters within a first distance, the first sensing unit 931 or the second sensing unit 932 can provide the processor 120 with sensing data indicating that the sensing target 920 is closely approaching the first sensing unit 931 or the second sensing unit 932.

[0106] In this embodiment, the sensing target 920 may be a magnet, and the first sensing unit 931 and the second sensing unit 932 may be a Hall sensor or a magnetic force detection sensor. The first sensing unit 931 and the second sensing unit 932 can determine whether the sensing target 920 has entered within a first distance from the first sensing unit 931 or the second sensing unit 932 by sensing the change in the magnetic field caused by the approach of the sensing target 920.

[0107] In an embodiment, when the distance between the sensing target 920 and the first sensing unit 931 is shorter than a first distance, the processor 120 can determine an extended mode (e.g., Figure 3b (Extended mode), wherein the display 210 extends along a third direction (+X axis direction) and the first region (e.g., Figure 5a The first area 510 is displayed as a large area. The processor 120 can configure and display the screen of the display 210 in response to the extended mode.

[0108] In an embodiment, when the distance between the sensing target 920 and the second sensing unit 932 is shorter than a first distance, the processor 120 can determine a normal mode (e.g., Figure 3a In the normal mode, the display 210 is mounted on the display mounting section 910. The processor 120 can configure and display the screen of the display 210 in response to the normal mode.

[0109] Figure 9a The illustration shows a scenario where the sensing target 920 is mounted on the display 210 and the first sensing unit 931 and the second sensing unit 932 are mounted on the PCB 930. However, without limitation, the sensing target 920 may be mounted on the PCB 930, and the first sensing unit 931 and the second sensing unit 932 may be mounted on the display 210. Furthermore, Figure 9a The illustration shows a case where a sensing target 920 and two sensing units 931 and 932 are provided. However, without limitation, two sensing targets 920 and one or more sensing units 931 or 932 may be provided.

[0110] Figure 9b This is a view 950 showing a sensing target 920 and a plurality of sensing units 931, 932, 961, 962, 963, 964 and 965 of an electronic device according to an embodiment.

[0111] In this embodiment, a plurality of sensing units 931, 932, 961, 962, 963, 964, and 965 may be disposed on the upper surface of PCB 930. The plurality of sensing units 931, 932, 961, 962, 963, 964, and 965 may be spaced apart from each other by a first distance, which is a specified interval. When the sensing target 920 enters within the first distance, each of the plurality of sensing units 931, 932, 961, 962, 963, 964, and 965 may provide the processor 120 with sensing data indicating that the sensing target 920 is located at a corresponding position in a first direction (+Z-axis direction).

[0112] In this embodiment, when the sensing target 920 is within a first distance from one of the plurality of sensing units 931, 932, 961, 962, 963, 964, and 965, the processor 120 can identify the moving distance and current position of the display 210 based on the sensed position of the sensing target 920. The processor 120 can identify the size of a first region extended by the display 210 along a third direction (+X-axis direction) and can calculate the size of the display area of ​​the display 210. The processor 120 can configure and display the screen of the display 210 in response to the size of the display area. When the display 210 moves along a third direction (+X-axis direction or -X-axis direction) and the size of the display area of ​​the display 210 changes, the processor 120 can reconfigure the screen in response to the change in the size of the display area.

[0113] Figure 9b The illustration shows a scenario where a sensing target 920 is disposed on a display 210 and multiple sensing units 931, 932, 961, 962, 963, 964, and 965 are disposed on a PCB 930. However, without limitation, the sensing target 920 may be disposed on the PCB 930, and the multiple sensing units 931, 932, 961, 962, 963, 964, and 965 may be disposed on the display 210. Furthermore, Figure 9b It is shown that a sensing target 920 and N sensing units 931, 932, 961, 962, 963, 964 and 965 are provided (N is a natural number of 3 or greater, for example, ...). Figure 9b In the case of N=7), however, in cases where this is not the case, N sensing targets 920 and one sensing unit 931 or 932 can be provided.

[0114] Figure 10 This is a view 1000 showing sensing targets 920 and 921 and a plurality of sensing units 931, 932, 961, 962, 963, 964, 965, 966 and 967 of an electronic device according to another embodiment.

[0115] In this embodiment, multiple sensing units 931, 932, 961, 962, 963, 964, 965, 966, and 967 can be configured to form at least one row facing a third direction (X-axis direction). For example, the first row 931, 962, 964, 966, and 932 can be arranged to form a row facing a third direction (X-axis direction) on the upper part of the display 210, and the second row 961, 963, 965, and 967 can be arranged to form a row facing a third direction (X-axis direction) on the lower part of the display 210.

[0116] In an embodiment, sensing targets 920 and 921 may be arranged to be spaced apart from each other in a direction different from the direction of movement of display 210. For example, based on the Y-axis direction perpendicular to the third direction (X-axis direction), the first sensing target 920 may be located at the upper part of display 210, and the first sensing target 920 may be located at the lower part of display 210.

[0117] In an embodiment, sensing targets 920 and 921 can be configured to intersect each other based on the direction of movement of the display 210. For example, sensing targets 920 and 921 can be configured to intersect each other based on a third direction (X-axis direction).

[0118] In an embodiment, the first rows 931, 962, 964, 966, and 932, and the second rows 961, 963, 965, and 967 can be configured to intersect each other based on the direction of movement of the display 210. For example, the first rows 931, 962, 964, 966, and 932, and the second rows 961, 963, 965, and 967 can be configured to intersect each other by a distance shorter than a first distance D1 based on a third direction (X-axis direction).

[0119] In this embodiment, each sensing unit in the first row 931, 962, 964, 966, and 932 can sense whether the first sensing target 920 is within the first distance D1. Each sensing unit in the second row 961, 963, 965, and 967 can sense whether the second sensing target 921 is within the first distance D1.

[0120] In this embodiment, when sensing targets 920 and 921, the first rows 931, 962, 964, 966 and 932, and the second rows 961, 963, 965 and 967 are arranged to be staggered relative to each other based on the direction of movement of the display 210, even if the display 210 moves by less than a first distance D1, one of the first rows 931, 962, 964, 966 and 932 or the second rows 961, 963, 965 and 967 can sense whether sensing targets 920 and 921 have moved. Therefore, the distance of the sensing portion used to measure the movement distance of the display 210 can be reduced, and the sensing resolution can be improved.

[0121] Figure 11 This illustrates a measuring electronic device (e.g., according to an embodiment) Figure 1 The display of the electronic device 101 (e.g., Figure 2 Block diagram 1100 of the component for the movement distance of the display 210).

[0122] In this embodiment, the first sensor 931, the second sensor 932, the third sensor 961... and the seventh sensor 965 can all sense whether the magnet 920 has entered within the first distance. The first sensor 931, the second sensor 932, the third sensor 961... and the seventh sensor 965 can all be triggered by the magnet 920. When the magnet 920 enters within the first distance, the first sensor 931, the second sensor 932, the third sensor 961... and the seventh sensor 965 can generate sensing data.

[0123] In this embodiment, the first sensor 931, the second sensor 932, the third sensor 961... and the seventh sensor 965 are electrically connected to the encoder 1110. The encoder 1110 can convert the sensed data into motion information. The motion information may include the position of the display 210 before movement, the position of the display 210 after movement, and / or the distance the display 210 has moved. For example, the encoder 1110 can convert the sensed data into the distance the display 210 has moved by patterning the arrangement of the first sensor 931, the second sensor 932, the third sensor 961... and the seventh sensor 965.

[0124] In this embodiment, the processor 120 may be configured to receive movement information from the encoder 1110. Based on the movement information, the processor 120 may identify the position of the display 210 before movement, the position of the display 210 after movement, and / or the distance the display 210 has moved. The processor 120 may identify the size of the display area of ​​the display 210 based on the position of the display 210 before movement, the position of the display 210 after movement, and / or the distance the display 210 has moved.

[0125] Figure 12This illustrates a measuring electronic device (e.g., according to another embodiment) Figure 1 The display of the electronic device 101 (e.g., Figure 2 Block diagram 1200 of the component for the movement distance of the display 210.

[0126] In this embodiment, sensor 1210 can sense whether a first magnet 1221, a second magnet 1222, a third magnet 1223... or a seventh magnet 1227 has entered within a first distance. Sensor 1210 can be triggered when the first magnet 1221, the second magnet 1222, the third magnet 1223... or the seventh magnet 1227 enters within the first distance. Sensor 1210 can estimate the position of display 210 and can transmit movement information to processor 120. For example, sensor 1210 can estimate the movement distance of display 210 based on the number of times sensor 1210 is triggered.

[0127] Figure 12 A structure consisting of a first magnet 1221, a second magnet 1222, a third magnet 1223... or a seventh magnet 1227, and a sensor 1210 for sensing the first magnet 1221, the second magnet 1222, the third magnet 1223... or the seventh magnet 1222. However, without limitation, the first magnet 1221, the second magnet 1222, the third magnet 1223... or the seventh magnet 1227, and the sensor 1210 can be replaced by multiple electrical contacts. When the first magnet 1221, the second magnet 1222, the third magnet 1223... or the seventh magnet 1227, and the sensor 1210 are replaced by multiple electrical contacts, two electrical contacts can be electrically connected so that a state change occurs when the two electrical contacts come into contact with each other. Based on the change in electrical state, the processor 120 can calculate whether the display 210 has moved and / or the distance the display 210 has moved. Multiple electrical contacts can be implemented using a structure with protruding features (such as spring pins or C-clamps) and the ability to move up and down, and / or a flat metal plate.

[0128] Figure 13 This illustrates an electronic device according to another embodiment (e.g., Figure 1 A view 1300 of the sensing target 1320 and multiple sensing units 1311, 1312, 1313 and 1314 of the electronic device 101.

[0129] In this embodiment, the plurality of sensing units 1311, 1312, 1313, and 1314 may be a plurality of dielectric constant sensing patterns. Each dielectric constant sensing pattern can measure the dielectric constant of an object within a specified distance. When the dielectric constant of the object within the specified distance changes, each dielectric constant sensing pattern can generate a notification signal to provide notification that the characteristics of the object have changed. The sensing target 1320 may be a dielectric material. The sensing target 1320 may be disposed on the lower surface of the display 210. For example, the sensing target 1320 may be disposed on a track for moving the display 1320. The plurality of sensing units 1311, 1312, 1313, and 1314 may be disposed below the display 210. The plurality of sensing units 1311, 1312, 1313, and 1314 may be disposed within a range of movement in which the sensing target 1320 can move according to the movement of the display 210.

[0130] In this embodiment, each of the plurality of sensing units 1311, 1312, 1313, and 1314 can sense whether the sensing target 1320 has entered within a first distance. Each of the plurality of sensing units 1311, 1312, 1313, and 1314 can sense changes in dielectric constant. When the dielectric material enters within the first distance, each of the plurality of sensing units 1311, 1312, 1313, and 1314 can sense movement information. Each of the plurality of sensing units 1311, 1312, 1313, and 1314 can transmit the sensed movement information to a processor (e.g., ...). Figure 1 (Processor 120). Based on the motion information, processor 120 can calculate the moving distance of display 210 and / or the size of the image displayed on display 210.

[0131] Figure 14 This illustrates a measuring electronic device (e.g., according to another embodiment) Figure 1 The display of the electronic device 101 (e.g., Figure 2 Block diagram 1400 of the component for the movement distance of the display 210.

[0132] In this embodiment, the first sensing pattern 1311, the second sensing pattern 1312, the third sensing pattern 1313, and the fourth sensing pattern 1314 can all sense whether the dielectric body 1320 has entered within the first distance. When the dielectric body 1320 enters within the first distance, each of the first sensing pattern 1311, the second sensing pattern 1312, the third sensing pattern 1313, and the fourth sensing pattern 1314 can generate sensing data notifying the dielectric body 1320 of its proximity.

[0133] In this embodiment, the dielectric constant detection sensor module 1410 can receive sensing data from the first sensing pattern 1311, the second sensing pattern 1312, the third sensing pattern 1313, and the fourth sensing pattern 1314. The dielectric constant detection sensor module 1410 can generate motion information based on the sensing data and can transmit the motion information to the processor 120.

[0134] Figure 15a This illustrates the use of extended electronic devices (e.g., according to embodiments) Figure 1 The metal component 731 of the electronic device 101 is used to extend the display (e.g., Figure 2 Extended mode of the display 210 (e.g., Figure 3b View 1500 (extended mode). Figure 15b This illustrates the normal mode of retracting the display 210 by retracting the metal component 731 of the electronic device 101 according to an embodiment (e.g., Figure 3a View 1550 (normal mode).

[0135] In an embodiment, the metal component 731 may be disposed in the housing (e.g., Figure 3a First housing 310, second housing 320 and Figure 3b The display 210 is housed within a third housing 420. A metal member 731 can move the display 210 while simultaneously changing its length. For example, the metal member 731 can be a strip of metal for physically moving the display 210. In another example, the metal member 731 can be a structure such as a metal track. The metal member 731 can move the display 210 along a third direction (X-axis) while simultaneously pushing or pulling the display 210.

[0136] In an embodiment, the processor (e.g., Figure 1 The processor 120 can sense changes in resistance based on changes in the length of the metal component 731. The length of the metal component 731 can be changed depending on whether the display 210 is in extended mode or normal mode. For example, the length of the metal component 731 can be reduced to change the display 210 from extended mode to normal mode.

[0137] In this embodiment, the processor 120 can be electrically connected to the metal member 731 via electrical contacts on opposite sides of the metal member 731. When the length of the metal member 731 physically changes, the resistance value between the electrical contacts on opposite sides of the metal member 731 can change. The processor 120 can sense the change in resistance value between the electrical contacts on opposite sides of the metal member 731. For example, the processor 120 can use an ADC to sense the change in resistance value between the electrical contacts on opposite sides of the metal member 731.

[0138] In an embodiment, the processor 120 may be configured to calculate the distance the display 210 has moved based on changes in resistance. Memory (e.g., Figure 1 The memory 130 can store relevant data in the form of a table, which defines the resistance values ​​and changes in the length of the metal member 731. The processor 120 can compare the sensed changes in resistance values ​​between the electrical contacts on opposite sides of the metal member 731 with the pre-stored relevant data. The processor 120 can calculate the movement distance of the display 210 based on the comparison result.

[0139] Figure 16 This illustrates the arrangement of an electronic device (e.g., according to an embodiment) Figure 1 The sensing target 1620 on the rotating unit 940 of the electronic device 101 and the housing (e.g., Figure 3a A view 1600 of the sensing unit 1610 on the side surface of the first housing 310.

[0140] In one embodiment, the rotation unit 940 may be disposed on a side surface of the housing 310. The rotation unit 940 may be disposed on a side surface of the display mounting portion 910. The rotation unit 940 may move the display 210 during rotation. For example, the rotation unit 940 may extend the display 210 beyond the display mounting portion 910 by sliding the display 210 along a third direction (e.g., the X-axis direction) during rotation.

[0141] In one embodiment, the rotation unit 940 may include at least one sensing target 1620. The sensing target 1620 may be mounted on the surface of the rotation unit 940. The sensing target 1620 may be mounted along the Y-axis, which is the major axis of the rotation unit 940. The sensing target 1620 may be a magnet. The sensing target 1620 may be sensed by the sensing unit 1610.

[0142] In this embodiment, the sensing unit 1610 may be disposed on the side surface of the housing 310. The sensing unit 1610 may also be disposed on the side surface of the display mounting portion 910. The sensing unit 1610 may be disposed adjacent to the rotation unit 940. The sensing unit 1610 may be a Hall sensor. The sensing unit 1610 may sense the state where the distance to the sensing target 1620 is minimized. The sensing unit 1610 may be connected to a processor (e.g., ...). Figure 1 The processor 120 is electrically connected.

[0143] In this embodiment, the processor 120 can sense the number of rotations of the rotation unit 940. The processor 120 can use the sensing unit 1610 to count the number of times the sensing target 1620 passes through the point closest to the sensing unit 1610 by means of the rotation of the rotation unit 940. The processor 120 can determine this count as the number of rotations.

[0144] In one embodiment, the processor 120 can calculate the moving distance of the display 210 based on the number of rotations of the rotating unit 940. The processor 120 can calculate the circumference of the rotating unit 940 by multiplying the diameter of the rotating unit 940 by Pi. The processor 120 can calculate the moving distance of the display 210 by multiplying the circumference of the rotating unit 940 by the number of rotations.

[0145] In this embodiment, when multiple sensing targets 1620 are positioned at different locations on the rotation unit 940, the sensing unit 1610 can additionally calculate the rotation angle of the rotation unit 940. The processor 120 can then more accurately calculate the moving distance of the display 210 using the rotation angle of the rotation unit 940.

[0146] Figure 17 This illustrates the arrangement of an electronic device (e.g., according to an embodiment) according to an embodiment. Figure 1 View 1700 of the rotation detection sensor 1710 on the rotation unit 940 of the electronic device 101.

[0147] In this embodiment, a rotation detection sensor 1710 may be disposed inside the rotation unit 940. The rotation detection sensor 1710 can sense the number of rotations and / or the rotation angle of the rotation unit 940. The rotation detection sensor 1710 can count the number of rotations when the rotation angle exceeds 360 degrees. The rotation detection sensor 1710 may be a gyroscope sensor. The rotation detection sensor 1710 may be electrically connected to the processor 120.

[0148] In this embodiment, the processor 120 can calculate the moving distance of the display 210 based on the number of rotations of the rotation unit 940. The processor 120 can also calculate the moving distance of the display 210 by multiplying the circumference of the rotation unit 940 by the number of rotations. The processor 120 can calculate the size of the display area of ​​the display 210 based on the moving distance, and can configure and display the image in response to the size of the display area.

[0149] Figure 18a This illustrates a setting in an electronic device (e.g., according to another example embodiment) Figure 1 The metal pattern 1820 on the rotating unit 940 of the electronic device 101 and the metal pattern 1820 provided on the housing (e.g., Figure 3aView 1800 of the connecting portions 1811 and 1812 on the side surface of the first housing 310. Figure 18b This is a view 1850 showing a metal pattern 1820 provided on the rotating unit 940 of the electronic device 101 and a connecting portion 1811 provided on the side surface of the housing 310, according to another example embodiment. Figure 18c This is a view showing a metal pattern 1880 disposed on a rotating unit 940 of an electronic device 101 and connecting portions 1811 and 1812 disposed on the side surface of a housing 210, according to another example embodiment.

[0150] In an embodiment, the rotating unit 940 may further include at least one metal pattern 1820 or 1880. The metal pattern 1820 or 1880 may be a structure capable of electrical contact with terminals protruding from the housing 310. The metal pattern 1820 or 1880 may be disposed on the surface of the rotating unit 940. The metal pattern 1820 or 1880 may have a specified length. For example, as... Figure 18a and Figure 18b As shown, the metal pattern 1820 can have a specified length in the rotation direction of the rotating unit 940. In another example, the metal pattern 1880 can have a specified length in the major axis direction of the rotating unit 940, such as... Figure 18c As shown. Metal patterns 1820 or 1880 can have a specified voltage, such as ground (GND) voltage. Metal patterns 1820 or 1880 can be electrically connected to the ground plane of PCB 930.

[0151] In an embodiment, connecting portions 1811 and 1812 may be disposed on the side surface of the housing 310. Connecting portions 1811 and 1812 may be connected to a processor (e.g., Figure 1 The processor 120 is electrically connected to the connecting parts 1811 and 1812. Connecting parts 1811 and 1812 can electrically connect the metal pattern 1820 or 1880 to the processor 120. Connecting parts 1811 and 1812 can be structures such as C-clamps or spring pins capable of metal-to-metal contact. Connecting parts 1811 and 1812 can receive electrical signals from the processor 120 and can transmit electrical signals to the metal pattern 1820.

[0152] In this embodiment, the processor 120 can provide electrical signals to the metal pattern 1820 or 1880 using the connecting portions 1811 and 1812. The processor 120 can calculate the number of rotations and / or the rotation angle of the rotating unit 940 based on whether the connecting portions 1811 and 1812 are connected to the metal pattern 1820 or 1880. For example, the processor 120 can calculate one rotation when the connecting portions 1811 and 1812 are connected to the metal pattern 1820 or 1880. The processor 120 can calculate the moving distance of the display 210 based on the number of rotations and / or the rotation angle of the rotating unit 940. The processor 120 can calculate the size of the display area of ​​the display 210 based on the moving distance of the display 210, and can configure and display a screen in response to the size of the display area.

[0153] Figure 19a This illustrates a setting in an electronic device (e.g., according to another example embodiment) Figure 1 The dielectric 1910 on the rotating unit 940 of the electronic device 101 and the dielectric body 1910 disposed in the housing (e.g., Figure 3a View 1900 of the dielectric constant detection sensor 1920 on the side surface of the first housing 310. Figure 19b This is a view 1950 showing the dielectric pattern 1960 disposed on the rotating unit 940 of the electronic device 101 and the dielectric constant detection sensor 1920 disposed on the side surface of the housing 310.

[0154] In an embodiment, the rotating unit 940 may further include at least one dielectric body 1910 or 1960. At least one dielectric body 1910 or 1960 may be disposed on the surface of the rotating unit 940. For example, as... Figure 19a As shown, a dielectric body 1910 can be disposed on a single portion of the surface of the rotating unit 940. In another example, as... Figure 19b As shown, the dielectric pattern 1960 can be disposed on the surface of the rotating unit 940 at specified intervals.

[0155] In this embodiment, a dielectric constant detection sensor 1920 may be disposed on a side surface of the housing 310. The dielectric constant detection sensor 1920 may also be disposed on a side surface of the display mounting portion 910. The dielectric constant detection sensor 1920 can sense changes in the dielectric constant of adjacent objects. The dielectric constant detection sensor 1920 can determine whether at least one dielectric body 1910 or 1960 is approaching the dielectric constant detection sensor 1920 at a distance shorter than a specified distance.

[0156] In an embodiment, the dielectric constant detection sensor 1920 can be connected to a processor (e.g., Figure 1The dielectric constant detection sensor 1920 is electrically connected to the processor 120. When the dielectric body 1910 or 1960 approaches the dielectric constant detection sensor 1920 at a distance shorter than a specified distance, the dielectric constant detection sensor 1920 can transmit the sensing data to the processor 120.

[0157] In an embodiment, the processor 120 can calculate the number of rotations and / or rotation angle of the rotating unit 940 based on sensing data provided from the dielectric constant detection sensor 1920. For example, the processor 120 can calculate the number of rotations and / or rotation angle of the rotating unit 940 whenever... Figure 19a The number of revolutions is calculated each time the dielectric 1910 is sensed by the dielectric constant detection sensor 1920. In another example, the processor 120 can calculate the number of revolutions whenever the dielectric constant 1910 is sensed. Figure 19b When the dielectric pattern 1960 is sensed by the dielectric constant detection sensor 1920, a specified rotation angle is added. The processor 120 can calculate the moving distance of the display 210 based on the number of revolutions and / or rotation angle of the rotation unit 940. The processor 120 can calculate the size of the display area of ​​the display 210 based on the moving distance of the display 210, and can configure and display the screen in response to the size of the display area.

[0158] The electronic device according to various embodiments can be one of a variety of types of electronic devices. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, wearable devices, or home appliances. According to embodiments of this disclosure, the electronic device is not limited to those described above.

[0159] It should be understood that the various embodiments of this disclosure and the terminology used therein are not intended to limit the technical features set forth herein to the specific embodiments, but rather to include various changes, equivalents, or substitutions to the respective embodiments. In the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used to refer to similar or related elements. It will be understood that nouns in the singular form corresponding to terms may include one or more things unless the relevant context clearly indicates otherwise. As used herein, each of the phrases such as “A or B,” “at least one of A and B,” “at least one of A or B,” “A, B, or C,” “at least one of A, B, and C,” and “at least one of A, B, or C” may include any one or all possible combinations of the items enumerated together with the corresponding phrase among the plurality of phrases. As used herein, terms such as “first” and “second” or “first” and “second” may be used to simply distinguish the respective component from another component and do not limit the component in other respects (e.g., importance or order). It will be understood that, whether the terms “operably” or “communically” are used or not, if an element (e.g., a first element) is referred to as “combined with another element (e.g., a second element),” “combined to another element (e.g., a second element),” “connected to another element (e.g., a second element),” or “attached to another element (e.g., a second element)”, it means that the first element can be directly (e.g., wiredly) connected to the second element, wirelessly connected to the second element, or connected to the second element via a third element.

[0160] As used herein, the term "module" can include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and is used interchangeably with other terms (e.g., "logic," "logic block," "part," or "circuit"). A module can be a single integrated component adapted to perform one or more functions, or the smallest unit or part of such a single integrated component. For example, according to an embodiment, a module can be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0161] The various embodiments set forth herein can be implemented as software (e.g., program 140) containing one or more instructions readable by a machine (e.g., electronic device 101) stored in a storage medium (e.g., internal memory 136 or external memory 138). For example, under the control of a processor, the processor (e.g., processor 120) of the machine (e.g., electronic device 101) can invoke and execute at least one of the one or more instructions stored in the storage medium, with or without the use of one or more other components. This enables the machine to operate to perform at least one function according to the invoked at least one instruction. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code executable by an interpreter. Machine-readable storage media may be provided in the form of non-transitory storage media. The term "non-transitory" means only that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not include signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves), but this term does not distinguish between data being stored semi-permanently in the storage medium and data being temporarily stored in the storage medium.

[0162] According to embodiments, methods according to various embodiments of this disclosure may be included and provided in a computer program product. The computer program product can be traded as a product between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., a compact disk read-only memory (CD-ROM)) or via an app store (e.g., the Play Store). TM The computer program product may be published online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded), or may be distributed directly between two user devices (e.g., smartphones) (e.g., downloaded or uploaded). If published online, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily generated, or at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored in a machine-readable storage medium (such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an app store's server, or a forwarding server).

[0163] According to various embodiments, each of the above-described components (e.g., a module or program) may include a single entity or multiple entities. According to various embodiments, one or more of the above-described components may be omitted, or one or more other components may be added. Optionally or additionally, multiple components (e.g., modules or programs) may be integrated into a single component. In this case, according to various embodiments, the integrated component may still perform the one or more functions of each of the multiple components in the same or similar manner as the corresponding component of the multiple components performed one or more functions prior to integration. According to various embodiments, the operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be performed sequentially, in parallel, repeatedly, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be run in a different order or omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

Claims

1.An electronic device comprising: a housing formed to at least partially surround at least a portion of a first surface facing a first direction, a second surface facing a second direction opposite to the first direction, and a space between the first surface and the second surface; a printed circuit board (PCB) disposed in the space; a display extending in a third direction different from the first and second directions and configured to display a screen; and at least one processor, wherein the PCB includes a plurality of first sensing units including sensing circuitry and arranged in a first row, and a plurality of second sensing units including sensing circuitry and arranged in a second row spaced apart from the first row, wherein the plurality of first and second sensing units are disposed to be staggered with respect to each other in the third direction, wherein a first sensing target and a second sensing target are disposed on the display, wherein the first sensing target is disposed to be staggered with the second sensing target in the third direction and spaced apart from the second sensing target in a fourth direction different from the third direction, wherein the plurality of first sensing units are configured to sense whether the first sensing target is within a first distance, and the plurality of second sensing units are configured to sense whether the second sensing target is within the first distance, and wherein the at least one processor is configured to calculate movement information including at least one of a movement start position of the display, a movement end position of the display, and a movement distance of the display, based on at least sensing data received from the plurality of first and second sensing units. the plurality of first and second sensing units include Hall sensors capable of sensing a magnetic force, and 2.The electronic device of claim 1, wherein, wherein the first and second sensing targets include a magnet and / or a magnetized body. the plurality of first and second sensing units are electrically connected with an encoder including encoding circuitry and configured to convert the sensing data into the movement information, and 3.The electronic device of claim 1, wherein wherein the at least one processor is further configured to receive the movement information from the encoder. the plurality of first and second sensing units include a plurality of permittivity sensing patterns, and 4.The electronic device of claim 1, wherein wherein the first and second sensing targets include a dielectric body. 5.The electronic device of claim 1, further comprising: a metal member disposed inside the housing and configured to move the display when a length of the metal member is changed, wherein the at least one processor is further configured to sense a change in resistance according to a change in the length of the metal member, and calculate the movement distance of the display based on at least the change in resistance. 6.The electronic device of claim 1, further comprising: ​ a rotation unit disposed on a side surface of the housing and configured to move the display, wherein the display is configured to be expanded by rotation of the rotation unit such that a length of the display in the third direction is longer than a length of the housing in the third direction. 7.The electronic device of claim 1, wherein The at least one processor is further configured to change a screen displayed on the display by displaying content on an expanded area of the display based on at least the movement information.

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