Portable electronic device

Abstract

A portable electronic device includes a first body and a second body. The second body includes a support structure and a display panel. The support structure is pivotally connected to the first body and connected to the display panel. The support structure has a first bendable portion, and an included angle between the first bendable portion and an edge of the support structure is 45 degrees. The support structure is adapted to be bent along the first bendable portion to switch the second body between a first mode and a second mode relative to the first body. The portable electronic device of the present invention can switch between multiple modes to improve the maneuverability of the display panel and expand the usage scenarios of the portable electronic device.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to an electronic device, and more particularly, to a portable electronic device. BACKGROUND

[0002] Nowadays, portable electronic devices usually focus on a single user's usage situation. For example, the display panel of a portable electronic device faces a single direction. Such a design not only limits the user's usage mode, but also is not conducive to the viewing experience of multiple users. Therefore, how to improve the mobility of the display panel of a portable electronic device and expand the usage situation of the portable electronic device is a problem that needs to be solved in the art. SUMMARY

[0003] The present application is directed to a portable electronic device that can be switched between multiple modes to improve the mobility of the display panel and expand the usage situation of the portable electronic device.

[0004] According to an embodiment of the present application, the portable electronic device includes a first body and a second body. The second body includes a support structure and a display panel. The support structure is pivoted to the first body and connected to the display panel. The support structure has a first bendable portion. The included angle between the first bendable portion and an edge of the support structure is 45 degrees. The support structure is adapted to be bent along the first bendable portion to switch the second body relative to the first body between a first mode and a second mode.

[0005] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, when the second body is closed to the first body, the display panel is located between the first body and the support structure.

[0006] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the first bendable portion divides the support structure into a first block and a second block.

[0007] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the support structure has a second bendable portion parallel to the edge of the support structure.

[0008] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, when the second body is closed to the first body, the support structure is located between the first body and the display panel.

[0009] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the distance between the second bendable portion and the edge is equal to the distance between the second bendable portion and another edge.

[0010] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the first bendable portion and the second bendable portion are staggered with each other to divide the support structure into a first block, a second block, a third block and a fourth block.

[0011] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the first block is connected to the display panel. The second block is pivotally connected to the first body.

[0012] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the first block and the third block are respectively located at opposite sides of the second bendable portion, and the first block and the fourth block are respectively located at opposite sides of the first bendable portion.

[0013] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the area of the second block is greater than the area of the fourth block, the area of the fourth block is greater than the area of the first block, and the area of the first block is greater than the area of the third block.

[0014] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the support structure includes a soft layer connecting the first block, the second block, the third block and the fourth block.

[0015] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the soft layer is disposed in the first block, the second block, the third block and the fourth block.

[0016] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, a gap between the first block, the second block, the third block and the fourth block exposes at least part of the soft layer.

[0017] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, at least part of the soft layer constitutes the first bendable portion and the second bendable portion.

[0018] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the first block is located between the display panel and at least part of the soft layer.

[0019] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, at least part of the soft layer is located between the display panel and the first block.

[0020] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, when the second body is in the first mode, the first block and the second block do not overlap each other. When the second body is in the second mode, the first block overlaps the second block and the fourth block, and the third block overlaps the second block.

[0021] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the support structure is adapted to bend along the second bendable portion to switch the second body relative to the first body between the first mode and the third mode.

[0022] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, when the second body is in the first mode, the first block, the second block, the third block and the fourth block do not overlap with each other. When the second body is in the third mode, the first block overlaps with the second block and the third block, and the fourth block overlaps with the second block.

[0023] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the second body includes a plurality of magnetic members respectively disposed on the support structure and the display panel. The second body is maintained in the first mode, the second mode or the third mode by magnetic attraction between at least two of the magnetic members.

[0024] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the second body includes a plurality of sensors disposed on the support structure or the display panel. The sensors are adapted to sense that the second body is in the first mode, the second mode or the third mode.

[0025] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the portable electronic device further includes an expansion module disposed on the second block or the fourth block.

[0026] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, when the second body is in the first mode or the third mode, the expansion module is closed. When the second body is in the second mode, the expansion module does not overlap with the display panel. When the second body is in the second mode, the expansion module is opened.

[0027] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the expansion module is a touch function module or a shortcut key module. The touch function module is a wireless charging module or a data transmission module.

[0028] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the first body includes a main circuit board, and the display panel includes a control circuit board. The portable electronic device further includes a wire connecting the main circuit board and the control circuit through the support structure.

[0029] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the wire has a first section disposed in the first block and connecting the control circuit board. The wire has a second section disposed in the second block to connect the main circuit board. The wire has a third section disposed in the third block to connect the first section and the second section.

[0030] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the wire has an extension section disposed in the display panel and connecting the control circuit board. The wire has a first section disposed in the first block and connecting the extension section.

[0031] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the first bendable portion includes a third pivot fixed to the third block.

[0032] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the first bendable portion includes a first pivot fixed to the first block.

[0033] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the second bendable portion includes a second pivot fixed to the first block.

[0034] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the portable electronic device further includes an angle tube fixed to the second block. A segment of the angle tube corresponds to the first bendable portion, and another segment of the angle tube corresponds to the second bendable portion.

[0035] In the portable electronic device according to the embodiment of the present application, the portable electronic device further includes a first decorative tube arranged between the first block and the fourth block, and a second decorative tube arranged between the first block and the third block.

[0036] Based on the above, in the portable electronic device according to the present application, the second body can be switched between the first mode and the second mode by the first bendable portion, so as to achieve the effect of flipping the display panel and expanding the use scenarios of the portable electronic device. In addition, there is no need to set a 360-degree pivot for switching the use mode, and the whole machine does not need to be lifted when switching the use mode, so that the mode switching of the portable electronic device is more convenient and fast, and the manufacturing cost is reduced. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0037] FIG. 1A is a schematic view of the portable electronic device of

[0038] FIG. 1B is a schematic view of the portable electronic device of FIG. 1A in an open state;

[0039] FIG. 1C is another view of the portable electronic device of FIG. 1B

[0040] FIG. 2A and FIG. 2B is a schematic view of the second body of FIG. 1B in the process of switching to the second mode;

[0041] FIG. 2C and FIG. 2D is a schematic view of the second body of FIG. 1B in the second mode;

[0042] ​FIG. 3A and FIG. 3B are FIG. 1B different perspectives of the second body during a transition to a third mode;

[0043] FIG. 3C and FIG. 3D are FIG. 1B different perspectives of the second body in the third mode;

[0044] FIG. 3E and FIG. 3F are FIG. 3D a transition of the portable electronic device to another state;

[0045] FIG. 4 are FIG. 1C top views of the support structure;

[0046] FIG. 5A are FIG. 4 partial cross-sectional views of the second body;

[0047] FIG. 5B are partial cross-sectional views of the second body according to another embodiment of the present application;

[0048] FIG. 5C are partial cross-sectional views of the second body according to another embodiment of the present application;

[0049] FIG. 6 are schematic views of a portable electronic device according to another embodiment of the present application;

[0050] FIG. 7 are schematic views of a portable electronic device according to another embodiment of the present application;

[0051] FIG. 8A to FIG. 8D show support structures of other embodiments of the present application, respectively;

[0052] FIG. 9A and FIG. 9B are FIG. 1B schematic views of the circuitry of the portable electronic device at different perspectives;

[0053] FIG. 10A and FIG. 10B are schematic views of the circuitry of the portable electronic device at different perspectives according to another embodiment of the present application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0054] Reference will now be made in detail to exemplary embodiments of the present application, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Wherever possible, the same reference numbers will be used in the drawings and the description to refer to the same or like parts.

[0055] FIG. 1AThis is a schematic diagram of a portable electronic device in a closed state according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 1B yes FIG. 1A A schematic diagram of a portable electronic device in the powered-on state. FIG. 1C yes FIG. 1B Another perspective on portable electronic devices. Please also refer to... FIG. 1A to FIG. 1C The portable electronic device 10 of this embodiment includes a first body 100 and a second body 200. The second body 200 includes a support structure 210 and a display panel 220. When the second body 200 is in operation... FIG. 1A When closed in the first body 100, the display panel 220 is located between the first body 100 and the support structure 210. The pivot RS is disposed between the first body 100 and the second body 200. More specifically, the pivot RS is disposed between the first body 100 and the support structure 210, so that the support structure 210 is pivotally connected to the first body 100 via the pivot RS, and the display panel 220 is connected to the support structure. FIG. 1A The second body 200 of the portable electronic device 10 can be pivoted relative to the first body 100 via a pivot RS to such a position as FIG. 1B The state shown is the on state.

[0056] like FIG. 1C As shown, the support structure 210 has a first bendable portion 212 and a second bendable portion 214. The support structure 210 is adapted to bend along the first bendable portion 212 or the second bendable portion 214. Here, the first bendable portion 212 and the second bendable portion 214 can be regarded as the fold lines of the support structure 210. When the user bends the support structure 210, the display panel 220 will change its display direction (e.g., forward or backward) and display mode (e.g., landscape or portrait) as the support structure 210 bends. Specifically, the support structure 210 can be bent along the first bendable portion 212 to switch the second body 200 relative to the first body 100 to a first mode M1 (shown in...). FIG. 1B ) and the second mode M2 ​​(shown in FIG. 2D Between. The support structure 210 can also be bent along the second bendable portion 214 to allow the second body 200 to switch relative to the first body 100 between a first mode M1 and a third mode M3 (shown in FIG. 3D )between.

[0057] In this embodiment, the first bendable portion 212 and the second bendable portion 214 are staggered to divide the support structure 210 into a first block P1, a second block P2, a third block P3, and a fourth block P4. The first block P1 and the third block P3 are located on opposite sides of the second bendable portion 214, and the first block P1 and the fourth block P4 (and the second block P2) are located on opposite sides of the first bendable portion 212. The display panel 220 is connected to the first block P1 of the support structure 210 and is movably connected to the second block P2 and the fourth block P4. Therefore, when the support structure 210 is bent, the display panel 220 moves with the first block P1. The pivot RS is located in the second block P2, so that the second body 200 is pivotally connected to the first body 100 through the second block P2.

[0058] The second body 200 of this embodiment includes a plurality of magnetic components 230a1, 230a2, 230b1 to 230b5 respectively disposed on the support structure 210 and the display panel 220. Here, the magnetic components 230a1 and 230a2 are disposed on the display panel 220 (shown in the figure). FIG. 1B ), magnetic components 230b1 to 230b5 are disposed on the support structure 210 (shown in FIG. 1C The second body 200 is maintained in the first mode M1 (shown in) by the magnetic attraction between at least two magnetic components. FIG. 1B ), second mode M2 ​​(shown in FIG. 2D ) or the third mode M3 (shown in FIG. 3D The details are as follows.

[0059] like FIG. 1B and FIG. 1C As shown, the display panel 220 has an upper end 222 and a lower end 224, respectively. Magnetic elements 230a1 and 230a2 are respectively provided on the upper end 222 and the lower end 224. Corresponding magnetic elements 230b1 and 230b2 are provided in the second block P2 and the fourth block P4 of the support structure 210. The second body 200 is stably maintained in the first mode M1 by the magnetic attraction between the magnetic elements 230a1, 230a2 and the magnetic elements 230b1, 230b2. FIG. 1B As shown, magnetic component 230a1 overlaps magnetic component 230b1 and magnetic component 230a2 overlaps magnetic component 230b2. In the first mode M1, the display panel 220 is oriented towards the +X direction (forward) and is displayed in landscape mode. At this time, the lower edge E2 of the display panel 220 is adjacent to the first body 100.

[0060] FIG. 2A and FIG. 2B yes FIG. 1B Different perspectives during the process of the second unit switching to the second mode. FIG. 2C and FIG. 2D yesFIG. 1B The diagram shows the second unit in its second mode from different perspectives. Please also refer to... FIG. 2A to FIG. 2D When the second unit 200 is moved from the first mode M1 (shown in...) FIG. 1B When switching to the second mode M2, the user can follow the arrow direction (shown in...). FIG. 2A The display panel 220 is lifted, causing the support structure 210 to bend along the first bendable portion 212. FIG. 2B for FIG. 2A From another perspective, at this time, the display panel 220 flips with the first block P1, and the second bendable portion 214 is partially bent. Finally, the display panel 220 flips to the position shown in the image. FIG. 2C and FIG. 2D The position shown is (second mode M2). Here, the display panel 220 is oriented in the -X direction (rearward) and the display mode is vertical. At this time, the side E3 of the display panel 220 is adjacent to the first body 100.

[0061] In order to stably maintain the second body 200 in the second mode M2, magnetic components 230b3 and 230b4 (shown in...) are provided in the first block P1 and the second block P2 of the support structure. FIG. 1C In the second mode M2 ​​(shown in...) FIG. 2D The display panel 220 is fixed in place by the magnetic attraction of magnetic components 230b3 and 230b4. In the second mode M2, the user can also lift the display panel 220 to release it from its position. FIG. 2D Moved to FIG. 2B The position, and further moved back to FIG. 1B The position shown is (first mode M1). In other words, the support structure 210 can be bent bidirectionally along the first bendable portion 212, allowing the second body 200 to switch between the first mode M1 and the second mode M2. After switching the usage mode of the second body 200, the user can adjust the opening angle between the second body 200 and the first body 100 via the pivot RS.

[0062] FIG. 3A and FIG. 3B yes FIG. 1B Different perspectives during the process of the second unit switching to the third mode. FIG. 3C and FIG. 3D yes FIG. 1B The diagram shows the second unit in its third mode from different perspectives. Please also refer to... FIG. 3A to FIG. 3D When switching the second unit 200 from the first mode M1 to the third mode M3 (shown in...) FIG. 3D When ), the user can follow the direction of the arrow (shown in FIG. 3A The display panel 220 is lifted, causing the support structure 210 to bend along the second bendable portion 214. FIG. 3B for FIG. 3AFrom another perspective, at this time, the display panel 220 flips along with the first block P1, and the first bendable portion 212 is partially bent. Finally, the display panel 220 flips to the position shown in the image. FIG. 3C and FIG. 3D The position shown is (third mode M3). Here, the display panel 220 is oriented in the -X direction (rearward) and the display mode is horizontal, with the upper edge E1 of the display panel 220 adjacent to the first body 100.

[0063] In order to stably maintain the second unit 200 in the third mode M3, the fourth block P4 of the support structure 210 is also provided with a magnetic component 230b5 (shown in...). FIG. 1C In the third mode M3, magnetic component 230b1 attracts magnetic component 230b2 and magnetic component 230b4 attracts magnetic component 230b5 to fix the display panel 220. Furthermore, the user can lift the display panel 220 to free it from... FIG. 3D Moved to FIG. 3B The position, and further moved back to FIG. 1B The position shown (first mode M1). In other words, the support structure 210 can be bent bidirectionally along the second bendable portion 214, so that the second body 200 in the first mode M1 (shown in the position shown in the first mode M1) can be bent in both directions. FIG. 1B The user can switch between the second unit 200 and the third mode M3. After switching the usage mode of the second unit 200, the user can adjust the opening angle between the second unit 200 and the first unit 100 through the pivot RS.

[0064] FIG. 3E and FIG. 3F yes FIG. 3D The process of a portable electronic device switching to another state. Please also refer to... FIG. 3E and FIG. 3F The display panel 220 in this embodiment has a touch function. When the second body 200 switches to the third mode M3 (shown in...),... FIG. 3D Then, the second body 200 is pivoted toward the first body 100 via the pivot RS, thereby closing the second body 200 within the first body 100. At this time, the support structure 210 is located between the display panel 220 and the first body 100. In this way, the portable electronic device 10 of this embodiment can be used as a tablet, thereby further expanding the usage scenarios of the portable electronic device 10.

[0065] Therefore, when the second body 200 switches between the first mode M1, the second mode M2, and the third mode M3, the display orientation of the display panel 220 is actually rotated 360 degrees (facing forward or backward). Thus, the portable electronic device 10 of this embodiment has multiple display modes, allowing the user to select the appropriate mode according to their needs.

[0066] It is worth mentioning that existing portable electronic devices capable of 360-degree rotation require a 360-degree hinge between the two main units to achieve the 360-degree rotation effect of the display panel, and the entire portable electronic device needs to be lifted during the rotation. In this embodiment, when the second main unit 200 switches between the first mode M1, the second mode M2, and the third mode M3, it can quickly complete the mode conversion without lifting the entire portable electronic device 10, and without using the 360-degree hinge. Therefore, the portable electronic device 10 of this embodiment can switch between different display modes more quickly than existing portable electronic devices without the need for additional components, thereby reducing manufacturing costs.

[0067] The display panel 220 in this embodiment also includes a gravity sensor (G-sensor). The gravity sensor (not shown) is adapted to sense the usage mode of the second unit 200 (i.e., to sense whether the second unit 200 is in a first mode M1, a second mode M2, or a third mode M3) and adjust the display mode of the display panel 220 accordingly (horizontal display or portrait display). For example, the second unit 200 switches to the second mode M2 ​​(shown in... FIG. 2D When the gravity sensor detects the movement of the display panel 220, it switches the display panel 220 from landscape display to portrait display.

[0068] Please return FIG. 1C In this embodiment, the second body 200 has a plurality of sensors 240b1 and 240b2, which are disposed in at least one of the support structure 210 and the display panel 220. The sensors 240b1 and 240b2 are adapted to sense that the second body 200 is in a first mode M1 (shown in…). FIG. 1B ), second mode M2 ​​(shown in FIG. 2D ) or the third mode M3 (shown in FIG. 3D In this embodiment, sensors 240b1 and 240b2 are, for example, magnetic sensors (such as Hall effect sensors), but are not limited thereto. In other embodiments, sensors 240b1 and 240b2 may be mechanical sensors. Please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. FIG. 1C , FIG. 2D and FIG. 3D In this embodiment, sensors 240b1 and 240b2 are disposed on the support structure 210 and are located next to magnetic components 230b2 and 230b3, respectively. Sensors 240b1 and 240b2 are adapted to sense the changes in the magnetic field generated by the magnetic components 230b2 and 230b3 being magnetically attracted to magnetic components 230b1 and 230b4 in different usage modes, and to determine the usage mode of the second body 200 accordingly.

[0069] For example, such as FIG. 1CAs shown, when the magnetic components 230b1 to 230b5 are not magnetically attracted to each other, sensors 240b1 and 240b2 do not detect any change in the magnetic field. At this time, it is determined that the second body 200 is in the first mode M1 (shown in...). FIG. 1B When magnetic components 230b3 and 230b4 are magnetically attracted, sensor 240b2 detects a change in the magnetic field while sensor 240b1 does not. At this time, it is determined that the second body 200 is in the second mode M2 ​​(shown in...). FIG. 2D When magnetic components 230b1 and 230b2 are magnetically attracted, sensor 240b1 detects a change in the magnetic field while sensor 240b2 does not. At this time, it is determined that the second unit 200 is in the third mode M3 (shown in...). FIG. 3D ).

[0070] FIG. 4 yes FIG. 1C The top view of the supporting structure. Please also refer to... FIG. 2D , FIG. 3D and FIG. 4 In this embodiment, the angle A1 between the first bendable portion 212 of the support structure 210 and the edge S1 is 45 degrees. Therefore, bending the support structure 210 along the first bendable portion 212 causes the second body 200 to switch to the second mode M2 ​​(shown in...). FIG. 2D When the display panel 220 is bent, its side edge E3 roughly overlaps with the edge S2 of the support structure, so that the display panel 220 does not protrude beyond the edge S2. The second bendable portion 214 is parallel to the two opposite edges S1 and S2 of the support structure 210, and the distance between the second bendable portion 214 and edge S1 is equal to the distance between the second bendable portion 214 and the other edge S2. Therefore, the second body 200 is switched to the third mode M3 by bending the support structure 210 along the second bendable portion 214. FIG. 3D When the display panel 220 is in operation, its upper edge E1 approximately overlaps with the edge S2 of the support structure 210, so that the display panel 220 does not protrude beyond the edge S2. Therefore, in this embodiment, the length L1 of one side of the first block P1 is equal to the length L3 of the edge S3 of the support structure 210, and the length L2 of the other side is equal to half the length L3 of the edge S3.

[0071] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the included angle A2 between the first bendable portion 212 and the second bendable portion 214 is 135 degrees. The area of ​​the second block P2 is larger than the area of ​​the fourth block P4, the area of ​​the fourth block P4 is larger than the area of ​​the first block P1, and the area of ​​the first block P1 is larger than the area of ​​the third block P3. When the second body 200 is in the first mode M1, the first block P1, the second block P2, the third block P3, and the fourth block P4 do not overlap each other. When the second body 200 is in the second mode M2, the first block P1 overlaps with the second block P2 and the fourth block P4, and the third block P3 overlaps with the second block P2. In the third mode M3, the fourth block P4 completely overlaps with the second block P2.

[0072] FIG. 5A yes FIG. 4 A partial cross-sectional view of the second body, with the soft layer 216 indicated by dashed lines. Please also refer to... FIG. 4 and FIG. 5A The support structure 210 of this embodiment includes multiple plates 217 and a soft layer 216. The soft layer 216 is a bendable soft material, and the plates 217 are connected to the soft layer 216 with gaps G between them. A portion of the soft layer 216 corresponds to the gaps G between the plates 217 to form a first bendable portion 212 and a second bendable portion 214. When the support structure 210 is bent, the soft layer 216 is bent, driving the plates 217 to move. Here, these plates 217 correspond to the first block P1, the second block P2, the third block P3, and the fourth block P4, respectively. In other words, the first block P1, the second block P2, the third block P3, and the fourth block P4 are composed of corresponding plates 217 and portions of the soft layer 216. FIG. 4 As shown, the soft layer 216 in this embodiment has a continuous structure and its shape is X-shaped rather than fully laid on the support structure 210, but this is not a limitation.

[0073] like FIG. 5A As shown, at least a portion of the flexible layer 216 is located between the display panel 220 and the plate 217, but this is not a limitation. Here, the plate 217 and the portion of the flexible layer 216 form the first block P1 and the fourth block P4, and the portion of the flexible layer 216 corresponding to the gap G constitutes the first bendable portion 212.

[0074] FIG. 5B This is a partial cross-sectional schematic diagram of the second body according to another embodiment of the present invention. Please also refer to... FIG. 5A and FIG. 5BThe support structure 210b in this embodiment is similar to that in the above embodiment, except that at least a portion of the plate 217b is located between the display panel 220 and the flexible layer 216b, and the flexible layer 216b is fully laid on the plate 217b. Here, the plate 217b and the partial flexible layer 216b form the first block P1 and the third block P3, and the partial flexible layer 216b corresponding to the gap G constitutes the second bendable portion 214. The support structure 210b in this embodiment can achieve similar effects to the above embodiment, and the user can configure it according to their needs.

[0075] FIG. 5C This is a partial cross-sectional schematic diagram of the second body according to another embodiment of the present invention. Please also refer to... FIG. 5A and FIG. 5C The support structure 210c in this embodiment is similar to that in the above embodiment, except that the soft layer 216c in this embodiment is disposed within the plate 217c, and the support structure 210c includes multiple fasteners 218c to fix the soft layer 216c between the plates 217c. Here, the plate 217c and the local soft layer 216c form the first block P1 and the third block P3, and the local soft layer 216c corresponding to the gap G constitutes the second bendable portion 214. The support structure 210c in this embodiment can achieve similar effects to the above embodiment, and the user can configure it according to their needs.

[0076] FIG. 6 This is a schematic diagram of a portable electronic device according to another embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 6 The second body 200 of the portable electronic device 10a is in the second mode M2. (See also...) FIG. 6 The portable electronic device 10a of this embodiment includes an expansion module EM, which is disposed in the support structure 210. When the second body 200 is in the second mode M2, the expansion module EM is turned on, and when the second body 200 is in the first mode M1 and the third mode M3, the expansion module EM is turned off to avoid wasting power and to prevent the user from accidentally touching the expansion module EM, which would cause the portable electronic device 10a to malfunction. When the second body 200 is in the second mode M2, the expansion module EM is turned on.

[0077] In this embodiment, the expansion module EM can be a contact function module, suitable for wireless charging and / or data transmission, but is not limited to this. Users can place external electronic devices (such as mobile phones) on the expansion module EM to charge or transmit data to these devices. In other embodiments not shown, the expansion module EM can be a hotkey module, including keyboard shortcuts, command prompt keyboard shortcuts, and dialog box keyboard shortcuts, and can be equipped with illuminated or raised shortcuts to enhance ease of use.

[0078] like FIG. 6 As shown, in the second mode M2, the usable area of ​​the expansion module EM is limited to the exposed area, that is, the area that does not overlap with the display panel 220. Therefore, in order to improve the utilization efficiency of the expansion module EM and reduce costs, when the second unit 200 is in the second mode M2, the expansion module EM does not overlap with the display panel 220. FIG. 6 As shown, in this embodiment, the expansion module EM is preferably disposed in the second block P2. The second block P2 is adjacent to the first housing 100, and the space between the second block P2 and the first housing 100 and the pivot RS is relatively large, which facilitates the routing of the expansion module EM and shortens the routing length from the first housing 100 to the expansion module EM. Furthermore, the routing does not need to be configured in the flexible layer 216, thereby reducing manufacturing costs, improving yield, increasing durability, and / or improving operational stability. In other words, in this embodiment, the length L5 of one side of the expansion module EM is less than or equal to the length L4 minus the length L1 (shown in…). FIG. 4 The width W of the other side of the expansion module EM is less than or equal to the length L2 (shown in...). FIG. 4 Of course, the location and size of the expansion module EM are not limited thereto. For example, in other embodiments not shown, the expansion module EM may be located in the fourth block P4 or in both the second block P2 and the fourth block P4.

[0079] FIG. 7 This is a schematic diagram of a portable electronic device according to another embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 7 The second body 200 of the portable electronic device 10b is in the second mode M2. Please also refer to FIG. 6 and FIG. 7 The portable electronic device 10b in this embodiment is similar to that in the above embodiments, except that the first body 100b in this embodiment includes a detachable keyboard 110b, which is housed in the accommodating area 130. When the second body 200 switches to the second mode M2 ​​or the third mode M3, the user can detach the detachable keyboard 110b from the accommodating area 130 of the first body 100b and move it to a suitable position.

[0080] In addition, users can set up additional electronic devices to serve as additional display screens for the portable electronic device 10b. In this embodiment, the additional electronic device is a mobile phone 300, but it is not limited to this. For example, in other embodiments, the additional electronic device is a display. Here, the portable electronic device 10 can be wirelessly connected to the mobile phone 300. The mobile phone 300 can control the display panel 220 of the portable electronic device 10, or control the screen 310 of the mobile phone 300 through the portable electronic device 10, so that users can maintain social distancing.

[0081] For example, the separate keypad 110b can be used to quickly switch between or simultaneously operate the display panel 220 of the portable electronic device 10b and the screen 310 of the mobile phone 300. The user can display the panel 220 as the main screen (e.g., a data screen), and the screen 310 can display extended screens (e.g., video screens), synchronized screens, or secondary screens. Of course, the screen 310 may also not be used for displaying screens. Therefore, the portable electronic device 10b of this embodiment has diverse display functions and can support additional electronic devices.

[0082] FIG. 8A to FIG. 8D Support structures for other embodiments of the present invention are shown respectively. FIG. 8A to FIG. 8D This is a top view of the support structures 210d, 210e, 210f, and 210g. To clearly show the flip axis and the fixed axis, FIG. 8A to FIG. 8D Some components are omitted. Please refer to [link / reference]. FIG. 8A In this embodiment, the first bendable portion 212 of the support structure 210d includes a third pivot 260d3, the second bendable portion 214 includes a fourth pivot 260d4, and the portable electronic device 10 also includes an angled tube 270. Compared to FIG. 4 In this embodiment, the advantage lies in the fact that the third rotating shaft 260d3, the fourth rotating shaft 260d4, and the angled tube 270 can be regarded as reinforcing structures for the first bendable portion 212 and the second bendable portion 214, thereby enhancing the structural strength of the support structure 210d and improving its durability and stability. Furthermore, the support structure 210d may also include a torque member (not shown) corresponding to the third rotating shaft 260d3 and the fourth rotating shaft 260d4 to provide multi-angle opening and closing. For example, the torque member can be used to maintain the support structure 210d at... FIG. 2B The position shown or FIG. 3A The location shown.

[0083] like FIG. 8AAs shown, the third rotating shaft 260d3 and the fourth rotating shaft 260d4 are respectively fixed to the support structure 210d by multiple flip fasteners 262, and the angle tube 270 is fixed to the support structure 210d by multiple fasteners 272. Specifically, two flip fasteners 262 of the third rotating shaft 260d3 are fixed to the third block P3, two flip fasteners 262 of the fourth rotating shaft 260d4 are fixed to the fourth block P4, and two fasteners 272 of the angle tube 270 are fixed to the second block P2.

[0084] Here, the third rotating shaft 260d3 and the fourth rotating shaft 260d4 can be considered as flipping shafts, and the angle tube 270 can be considered as a fixed shaft. That is, when the second body 200 switches between the first mode M1, the second mode M2, or the third mode M3, the flipping fixing member 262 of the flipping shaft (the third rotating shaft 260d3 and the fourth rotating shaft 260d4) flips with the support structure 210d, and flips from one side of the first bendable part 212 or the second bendable part 214 to the other side. The fixing member 272 of the fixed shaft (angle tube 270) does not flip with the first bendable part 212 or the second bendable part 214.

[0085] For example, when the second unit 200 flips from the first mode M1 to... FIG. 2C In the second mode M2 ​​shown, the third pivot 260d3 rotates with the first bendable portion 212, causing the projection of the rotating fixing member 262 of the third pivot 260d3 onto the second body 200 to move from the first side 212d1 (third block P3) of the first bendable portion 212 to the second side 212d2 (second block P2). When the second body 200 rotates from the first mode M1 to the second mode M2... FIG. 3D In the third mode M3 shown, the fourth pivot 260d4 flips with the second bendable part 214, causing the projection of the flipping fixing member 262 of the fourth pivot 260d4 onto the second body 200 to move from the first side 214d1 (fourth block P4) of the second bendable part 214 to the second side 214d2 (second block P2).

[0086] Furthermore, when the second body 200 switches between the first mode M1, the second mode M2, or the third mode M3, one of the two fixing members 272 of the angle tube 270 is always located on the second side 212d2 (second block P2) of the first bendable portion 212, and the other fixing member 272 is always located on the second side 214d2 (second block P2) of the second bendable portion 214. FIG. 8A As shown, in the first mode M1, the flipping fixing member 262 of the flipping shaft (the third rotating shaft 260d3 and the fourth rotating shaft 260d4) and the fixing member 272 of the fixed shaft (angle tube 270) are located on opposite sides of the bendable part.

[0087] In this embodiment, the support structure 210d adopts a distributed, single-sided, single-axis arrangement. Specifically, the angled tube 270 is disposed at the intersection C1 of the first bendable portion 212 and the second bendable portion 214. The angled tube 270 has an obtuse angle 274 of less than 180 degrees, and the obtuse angle 274 faces the second block P2. One end of the angled tube 270 corresponds to the first bendable portion 212, and the other end of the angled tube 270 corresponds to the second bendable portion 214. Since the fixed axis (angled tube 270) is disposed at the intersection C1, and the rotating axes (third rotating axis 260d3 and fourth rotating axis 260d4) are distributed at both ends of the fixed axis, this is a distributed arrangement. The first bendable part 212 includes only one rotating shaft (third rotating shaft 260d3) and the rotating shaft is located at the bottom (between the second block P2 and the third block P3). The second bendable part 214 includes only one rotating shaft (fourth rotating shaft 260d4) and the rotating shaft is located at the right side (between the second block P2 and the fourth block P4), which is a single-sided, single-axis configuration. This configuration requires fewer rotating shaft components, thus reducing costs.

[0088] Here, the portable electronic device 10 also includes decorative tubes disposed in the area of ​​the bent portion where no flip axis (third pivot 260d3 and fourth pivot 260d4) or fixed axis (angle tube 270) is provided, to enhance the appearance of the second body 200 and serve as structural support. Specifically, the first decorative tube 280d1 is disposed along the first bendable portion 212 between the first block P1 and the fourth block P4, and the second decorative tube 280d2 is disposed along the second bendable portion 214 between the first block P1 and the third block P3. FIG. 8A As shown, when the second body 200 is in the first mode M1, the projections of the third rotating shaft 260d3, the fourth rotating shaft 260d4, the angle tube 270, the first decorative tube 280d1, and the second decorative tube 280d2 onto the second body 200 do not overlap with each other, so that there is no structural interference between the flipping shaft, the fixed shaft, and the decorative tube.

[0089] Please also refer to FIG. 8A and FIG. 8B The support structure 210e in this embodiment is similar to that in the above embodiment. The difference is that this embodiment adopts a distributed double-sided dual-axis setting, which makes the operation of the flipping axis (first rotating axis 260e1, second rotating axis 260e2, third rotating axis 260e3 and fourth rotating axis 260e4) more balanced, so as to avoid the flipping and twisting phenomenon caused by uneven force applied by the user.

[0090] Specifically, the first bendable portion 212 includes a first pivot 260e1 and a third pivot 260e3, with a flip-fixing member 262 of the first pivot 260e1 fixed to the first block P1. The first pivot 260e1 and the third pivot 260e3 are located on opposite sides (left and right) of the first bendable portion 212. The second bendable portion 214 includes a second pivot 260e2 and a fourth pivot 260e4, with a flip-fixing member 262 of the second pivot 260e2 fixed to the first block P1. The second pivot 260e2 and the fourth pivot 260e4 are located on opposite sides (top and bottom) of the second bendable portion 214. FIG. 8B As shown, the flip shafts (first rotating shaft 260e1, second rotating shaft 260e2, third rotating shaft 260e3 and fourth rotating shaft 260e4) are respectively arranged on opposite sides of the first bendable part 212 and the second bendable part 214, and each bendable part is provided with two flip shafts, which is a double-sided double-shaft arrangement.

[0091] Here, the portable electronic device also includes multiple fixing shafts, which are disposed around the angle tube 270 along the first bendable portion 212 and the second bendable portion 214. The first fixing shaft 270e1 and the third fixing shaft 270e3 are disposed along the first bendable portion 212. The fixing member 272 of the first fixing shaft 270e1 is fixed to the fourth block P4, and the fixing member 272 of the third fixing shaft 270e3 is fixed to the second block P2. The second fixing shaft 270e2 and the fourth fixing shaft 270e4 are disposed along the second bendable portion 214. The fixing member 272 of the second fixing shaft 270e2 is fixed to the third block P3, and the fixing member 272 of the fourth fixing shaft 270e4 is fixed to the second block P2. (The text repeats itself here.) FIG. 8B As shown in the enlarged view, the angle tube 270 is separated from the first fixed shaft 270e1 and the second fixed shaft 270e2 to ensure that no structural interference occurs.

[0092] In this embodiment, the support structure 210e is provided with additional support through the first fixed shaft 270e1, the second fixed shaft 270e2, the third fixed shaft 270e3, and the fourth fixed shaft 270e4, thereby improving its structural strength and stability during flipping. Accordingly, the support structure 210e of this embodiment has similar technical effects to those of the embodiments described above.

[0093] Please also refer to FIG. 8A and FIG. 8C The support structure 210f in this embodiment is similar to that in the above embodiment, except that this embodiment adopts a centralized single-sided single-axis configuration. Specifically, this embodiment does not include the angle tube 270 (shown in...). FIG. 8A The third rotating shaft 260f3 and the fourth rotating shaft 260f4 are located around the intersection C1 of the first bendable part 212 and the second bendable part 214, which is a centralized arrangement.FIG. 8C As shown in the enlarged view, the third rotating shaft 260f3 and the fourth rotating shaft 260f4 are disconnected and avoid each other at the intersection C1 to prevent structural interference. The third fixed shaft 270f3 and the fourth fixed shaft 270f4 are respectively disposed beside the third rotating shaft 260f3 and the fourth rotating shaft 260f4, and away from the intersection C1. Accordingly, the support structure 210f of this embodiment has similar technical effects to the above embodiment.

[0094] Please also refer to FIG. 8B and FIG. 8D The support structure 210g in this embodiment is similar to that in the above embodiment, except that this embodiment adopts a centralized double-sided dual-axis configuration. Specifically, this embodiment does not include the angle tube 270 (shown in...). FIG. 8A The rotating shafts (first rotating shaft 260g1, second rotating shaft 260g2, third rotating shaft 260g3, and fourth rotating shaft 260g4) are disposed around the intersection C1 of the first bendable portion 212 and the second bendable portion 214. The rotating shafts are disconnected from each other and avoid structural interference. The first fixed shaft 270g1, second fixed shaft 270g2, third fixed shaft 270g3, and fourth fixed shaft 270g4 are respectively disposed beside the first rotating shaft 260g1, second rotating shaft 260g2, third rotating shaft 260g3, and fourth rotating shaft 260g4, and away from the intersection C1. Therefore, the support structure 210g of this embodiment has similar technical effects to the above embodiment.

[0095] FIG. 9A and FIG. 9B yes FIG. 1B A schematic diagram of the circuitry of a portable electronic device in different states. FIG. 9A It is a portable electronic device 10 that bends along the first bendable portion 212. FIG. 9B In the closed state (shown in) FIG. 1A Portable electronic devices 10. Please also refer to FIG. 9A and FIG. 9B The portable electronic device 10 of this embodiment includes a circuit 400. A first body 100 has a main circuit board 120, and a second body 200 has a control circuit board 250. The control circuit board 250 is disposed on a display panel 220. The main circuit board 120 and the control circuit board 250 are connected by the circuit 400, which extends from the first body 100 (main circuit board 120) through a pivot RS, a support structure 210, and the display panel 220 to the control circuit board 250. In this embodiment, the circuit 400 is covered by a soft layer 216 of the support structure 210 (shown in…). FIG. 4 In this way, the 400 line will not be exposed.

[0096] like FIG. 9AAs shown, in this embodiment, the control circuit board 250 is disposed at the lower end 224 of the display panel 220. When the second body 200 is in the first mode M1, the lower end 224 is adjacent to the first body 100 (shown in...). FIG. 1B The line 400 has a first section 410a1, a second section 410a2, a third section 410a3, and an extension section 420. The extension section 420 is disposed within the display panel 220 and connected to the control circuit board 250. The first section 410a1, the second section 410a2, and the third section 410a3 are disposed within the support structure 210.

[0097] Specifically, the second segment 410a2 is disposed within the second block P2, and one end 412 of the second segment 410a2 is connected to the first body 100 (main circuit board 120). The second segment 410a2 extends upward 222 and connects to the third segment 410a3. The third segment 410a3 is disposed within the third block P3 to connect the first segment 410a1 and the second segment 410a2. The first segment 410a1 is disposed within the first block P1, and one end 414 of the first segment 410a1 connects from the upper end 222 to the extension segment 420 within the display panel 220. This completes the electrical connection between the main circuit board 120 of the first body 100 and the control circuit board 250 of the display panel 220. In short, the line 400 bends in the first block P1 and extends to the display panel 220, thereby increasing the length of the line 400. Its advantage is that the control circuit board 250 of the existing display panel 220 is mostly located at the lower end 224, so the existing configuration can be used. It can also make the upper width W1 and lower width W2 of the bezel 226 of the display panel 220 more even and reduce the manufacturing cost of the portable electronic device 10.

[0098] FIG. 10A and FIG. 10B This is a schematic diagram of the circuitry of a portable electronic device according to another embodiment of the present invention from different perspectives. FIG. 10A It is a portable electronic device 10C that bends along the first bendable portion 212. FIG. 10B This refers to the portable electronic device 10C in its closed state. Please also refer to... FIG. 9A and FIG. 10A The portable electronic device 10C in this embodiment is similar to the above embodiment, except that the control circuit board 250 in this embodiment is disposed at the upper end 222 of the display panel 220. FIG. 10A As shown, line 400C extends from the first body 100 (main circuit board 120) to the upper end 222 and connects to the control circuit board 250. For example... FIG. 10BAs shown, line 400C extends directly to the control circuit board 250, resulting in a less uniform width W3 at the top and width W4 at the bottom of the bezel 226C of the display panel 220. The advantage is that line 400C is shorter than line 400. Therefore, the control circuit board 250 is positioned at the lower end 224 (shown in…). FIG. 9A ) or upper end 222 (shown in FIG. 10A This does not affect the functionality of the display panel 220, and users can choose the appropriate setting method according to their needs.

[0099] In summary, the portable electronic device of the present invention allows the second body to switch between a first mode, a second mode, and a third mode via the first and second bendable portions, enabling the display panel to display horizontally or vertically, and achieving a 360-degree rotating display panel orientation, thus expanding the usage scenarios of the portable electronic device. Switching between usage modes does not require lifting the entire device or installing an additional 360-degree hinge, making mode switching more convenient and faster, and reducing manufacturing costs. Furthermore, the portable electronic device also includes an expansion module and a detachable keyboard, thereby enabling more diverse display and operation and improving ease of use.

[0100] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, and not to limit them; although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features; and these modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. A portable electronic device, characterized in that, include: First body; as well as The second body includes a support structure and a display panel; The support structure is pivotally connected to the first body and connected to the display panel; The supporting structure has a first bendable portion, and the angle between the first bendable portion and the edge of the supporting structure is 45 degrees. The support structure is adapted to bend along the first bendable portion, thereby allowing the second body to switch between a first mode and a second mode relative to the first body. The support structure has a second bendable portion, parallel to the edge of the support structure. The first bendable portion and the second bendable portion are interleaved, dividing the support structure into a first block, a second block, a third block and a fourth block.

2. The portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the second body is closed to the first body, the display panel is located between the first body and the support structure.

3. The portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first bendable portion divides the support structure into the first block and the second block.

4. The portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the second body is closed within the first body, the support structure is located between the first body and the display panel.

5. The portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The distance between the second bendable portion and the edge is equal to the distance between the second bendable portion and the other edge.

6. The portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first block is connected to the display panel, and the second block is pivotally connected to the first body.

7. The portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first block and the third block are located on opposite sides of the second bendable portion, and the first block and the fourth block are located on opposite sides of the first bendable portion.

8. The portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The area of ​​the second block is greater than the area of ​​the fourth block, the area of ​​the fourth block is greater than the area of ​​the first block, and the area of ​​the first block is greater than the area of ​​the third block.

9. The portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support structure includes a soft layer that connects the first block, the second block, the third block, and the fourth block.

10. The portable electronic device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The soft layer is disposed within the first block, the second block, the third block, and the fourth block.

11. The portable electronic device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The gap between the first block, the second block, the third block, and the fourth block exposes at least a portion of the soft layer.

12. The portable electronic device according to claim 11, characterized in that, At least a portion of the soft layer constitutes the first bendable portion and the second bendable portion.

13. The portable electronic device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first block is located between the display panel and at least a portion of the soft layer.

14. The portable electronic device according to claim 9, characterized in that, At least a portion of the soft layer is located between the display panel and the first block.

15. The portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the second body is in the first mode, the first block and the second block do not overlap. When the second body is in the second mode, the first block overlaps with the second block and the fourth block, and the third block overlaps with the second block.

16. The portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support structure is adapted to bend along the second bendable portion, thereby allowing the second body to switch between the first mode and the third mode relative to the first body.

17. The portable electronic device according to claim 16, characterized in that, When the second body is in the first mode, the first block, the second block, the third block and the fourth block do not overlap with each other. When the second body is in the third mode, the first block overlaps with the second block and the third block, and the fourth block overlaps with the second block.

18. The portable electronic device according to claim 16, characterized in that, The second body includes a plurality of magnetic components, which are respectively disposed on the support structure and the display panel. The second body is maintained in the first mode, the second mode or the third mode by magnetic attraction between at least two of the magnetic components.

19. The portable electronic device according to claim 16, characterized in that, The second body includes multiple sensors disposed on the support structure or the display panel, the multiple sensors being adapted to sense that the second body is in the first mode, the second mode, or the third mode.

20. The portable electronic device according to claim 16, characterized in that, It also includes an expansion module, which is located in the second block or the fourth block.

21. The portable electronic device according to claim 20, characterized in that, When the second body is in the first mode or the third mode, the expansion module is turned off; when the second body is in the second mode, the expansion module is not superimposed on the display panel; when the second body is in the second mode, the expansion module is turned on.

22. The portable electronic device according to claim 20, characterized in that, The expansion module is a contact function module or a shortcut key module, and the contact function module is a wireless charging module or a data transmission module.

23. The portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first body includes a main circuit board, the display panel includes a control circuit board, and the portable electronic device also includes wiring, wherein the wiring connects the main circuit board and the control circuit board through the support structure.

24. The portable electronic device according to claim 23, characterized in that, The line has a first section disposed within the first block and connected to the control circuit board; the line has a second section disposed within the second block to connect to the main circuit board; and the line has a third section disposed within the third block to connect the first section and the second section.

25. The portable electronic device according to claim 23, characterized in that, The line has an extension section, which is disposed within the display panel and connected to the control circuit board. The line also has a first section, which is disposed within the first block and connected to the extension section.

26. The portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first bendable portion includes a third pivot and is fixed to the third block, and the second bendable portion includes a fourth pivot and is fixed to the fourth block.

27. The portable electronic device according to claim 26, characterized in that, The first bendable portion includes a first pivot, which is fixed to the first block.

28. The portable electronic device according to claim 26, characterized in that, The second bendable portion includes a second pivot, which is fixed to the first block.

29. The portable electronic device according to claim 26, characterized in that, It also includes an angled tube fixed to the second block, one end of which corresponds to the first bendable portion and the other end of which corresponds to the second bendable portion.

30. The portable electronic device according to claim 26, characterized in that, It also includes a first decorative tube disposed between the first block and the fourth block, and a second decorative tube disposed between the first block and the third block.

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