Tray and loading method of display panel using the same

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a tray and a loading method of a display panel using the same. The tray according to an embodiment includes a plurality of fixing grooves, and a cross section of each of the fixing grooves in a first direction is an inclined surface as a whole.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to a tray and a method for loading a display panel thereon, and more specifically to a tray capable of accommodating a display panel regardless of its size and a method for loading a display panel thereon. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of multimedia, display devices have become increasingly important. In response, various types of display devices, such as Organic Light Emitting Display (OLED) and Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), have emerged. These display devices are primarily used in various mobile electronic devices, such as smartphones, smartwatches, and portable electronic devices like tablet PCs (personal computers), leading to a diversification of their applications.

[0003] Display devices can be loaded, handled, and stored on pallets during the various manufacturing processes. A pallet includes loading space for the display device being loaded. The loading space of the pallet can be provided to match the size of the display device being loaded. A pallet with fixed-size loading space may not be suitable for loading other electronic components besides the corresponding display device. Even within a single display device, its size may change during the manufacturing process, making a pallet with fixed-size loading space unsuitable for loading display devices with varying sizes. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The embodiments provide a tray that can be used universally regardless of the size of the panel and a method for loading a display panel using the tray.

[0005] The tray according to this embodiment includes: a plurality of fixing slots, wherein the cross-section of each fixing slot in a first direction is an inclined surface.

[0006] Alternatively, the tray may also include a plurality of protrusions on an inclined surface located in the first direction.

[0007] Alternatively, the cross-section of each of the fixing grooves in the second direction may be an inclined surface, and the tray may also include a plurality of protrusions located on the inclined surface in the second direction.

[0008] Alternatively, the cross-section of each of the fixed grooves in the second direction may be an inclined surface.

[0009] Alternatively, the tray may also include a plurality of protrusions on the inclined surface in the first direction, and no protrusions are provided on the inclined surface along the second direction.

[0010] Alternatively, the cross-section of each of the fixing grooves in the second direction may be a plane parallel to the bottom surface of the tray.

[0011] Alternatively, the tray may also include a plurality of protrusions on an inclined surface located in the first direction, but no protrusions are provided in the second direction.

[0012] Alternatively, a display panel larger than the size of the fixing slot may be provided in each of the fixing slots.

[0013] According to another embodiment, the tray includes a plurality of fixing slots, wherein the cross-section of each fixing slot in a first direction is generally curved.

[0014] Alternatively, the cross-section of each of the fixed grooves in the second direction may be a curved surface.

[0015] Alternatively, the cross-section of each of the fixed grooves in the second direction may be an inclined surface.

[0016] Alternatively, the cross-section of each of the fixing grooves in the second direction may be a plane parallel to the bottom surface of the tray.

[0017] A method for loading a display panel according to one embodiment includes: preparing a tray comprising a plurality of fixing slots, wherein the cross-section of each fixing slot is integrally inclined in a first direction; positioning the display panel in each fixing slot; lifting one edge of the tray in the first direction to align the display panel; and lowering the lifted tray.

[0018] Alternatively, the size of the display panel may be larger than the size of the fixing slot.

[0019] Alternatively, the cross-section of each of the fixing slots of the tray in the second direction may be an inclined surface.

[0020] Alternatively, the method for loading the display panel may further include: lifting one edge of the tray in a second direction to align the display panel; and lowering the lifted tray.

[0021] Alternatively, the tray may also include a plurality of protrusions on an inclined surface located in the first direction.

[0022] According to an embodiment, a tray that can be used universally regardless of the size of the panel and a method for loading a display panel using the tray are provided. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a diagram showing the front of the tray according to this embodiment.

[0024] Figure 2 It is Figure 1The tray is cut along line II-II', and the cross-sectional view is shown.

[0025] Figure 3 It is Figure 1 The tray is cut along line III-III', as shown in the cross-sectional view.

[0026] Figure 4 This is a diagram showing a tray with a groove including a plane parallel to the tray.

[0027] Figure 5 It is along Figure 4 The cross-sectional view shown is taken from the V-V' line.

[0028] Figure 6 This is a diagram showing a cross-section of a display panel with a tray size larger than the slot according to this embodiment.

[0029] Figure 7 This is a diagram showing a cross-section of a display panel with a size smaller than the slot in the tray according to this embodiment.

[0030] Figure 8 It is aimed at Figure 1 The embodiment is shown in a cross-sectional view taken along line VIII-VIII'.

[0031] Figure 9 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 Diagrams of the same cross-section.

[0032] Figure 10 This is shown for a tray according to another embodiment. Figure 2 Diagrams of the same cross-section.

[0033] Figure 11 This is shown for a tray according to another embodiment. Figure 3 Diagrams of the same cross-section.

[0034] Figure 12 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 Diagrams of the same cross-section.

[0035] Figure 13 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 Diagrams of the same cross-section.

[0036] Figure 14 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 Diagrams of the same cross-section.

[0037] Figure 15 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 Diagrams of the same cross-section.

[0038] Figure 16This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 2 Diagrams of the same cross-section.

[0039] Figure 17 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 3 Diagrams of the same cross-section.

[0040] Figure 18 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 Diagrams of the same cross-section.

[0041] Figure 19 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 Diagrams of the same cross-section.

[0042] Figure 20 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 Diagrams of the same cross-section.

[0043] Figure 21 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 Diagrams of the same cross-section.

[0044] Figures 22 to 24 This is a cross-sectional view showing the process of loading the display panel onto the tray.

[0045] (Explanation of reference numerals in the attached diagram)

[0046] 100: Tray 110: Slot

[0047] 200: Display panel; 120: Protrusion Detailed Implementation

[0048] Hereinafter, various embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings to enable those skilled in the art to readily implement the invention. The present invention can be implemented in various different ways and is not limited to the embodiments described herein.

[0049] To clearly illustrate the present invention, parts unrelated to the description have been omitted, and the same reference numerals are used throughout the specification to refer to the same or similar constituent elements.

[0050] Furthermore, the dimensions and thicknesses of the structures shown in the accompanying drawings are arbitrary representations for ease of explanation, and therefore the present invention is not limited to what is illustrated. The thicknesses are enlarged to clearly show each layer and region in the drawings. Moreover, the thicknesses of some layers and regions are exaggerated in the drawings for ease of explanation.

[0051] Furthermore, when it is said that a layer, membrane, region, plate, or other part is "above" or "on" other parts, it includes not only the case where it is "directly" "above" other parts, but also the case where there is another part in between. Conversely, when a part is "directly above" other parts, it means that there is no other part in between. In addition, "above" or "on" the part that serves as a reference means that it is located above or below the part that serves as a reference, and does not mean that it must be located "above" or "on" in the opposite direction of gravity.

[0052] Furthermore, in the entire specification, when it is said that a certain part "includes" a certain constituent element, it means that unless there is a specific statement to the contrary, other constituent elements are not excluded, and may also include other constituent elements.

[0053] Additionally, throughout the instruction manual, when it says "on a plane," it means the view of the object from above, and when it says "on a cross section," it means the view of the cross section from the side where the object is perpendicularly cut.

[0054] The following is a detailed description of a tray according to one embodiment, with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0055] Figure 1 This is a view showing the front of the tray according to this embodiment. (Refer to...) Figure 1 According to this embodiment, the tray 100 includes a plurality of fixing slots 110 (hereinafter referred to as slots 110), and a display panel can be provided in each fixing slot 110. Figure 1 The diagram shows a structure with four fixing slots 110 on a tray 100, but this is only an example and the number of fixing slots 110 on a tray 100 can vary.

[0056] Figure 2 It is Figure 1 The tray is shown in a cross-sectional view taken along line II-II'. Figure 3 It is Figure 1 The tray is cut along line III-III', as shown in the cross-sectional view.

[0057] Reference Figure 2 According to this embodiment, the groove 110 of the tray 100 is inclined in the first direction DR1. Similarly, referring to... Figure 3 According to this embodiment, the groove 110 of the tray 100 is inclined in the second direction DR2. For example... Figure 1 As shown, the first direction DR1 and the second direction DR2 are orthogonal to each other.

[0058] Therefore, even if the display panel 200 is larger than the slot 110, it can still be positioned on the tray 100. That is, as Figure 2 as well as Figure 3As shown, according to one embodiment, the slot 110 of the tray 100 does not include a plane parallel to the plane of the tray 100. Instead, the slot 110 of the tray 100 has an inclined surface that slopes in all directions. Thus, the display panel 200 is inclined along the inclined surface of the slot 110 of the tray 100, and can be positioned on the tray 100 even if the size of the display panel 200 is larger than the slot 110.

[0059] The display panel 200 can vary in size depending on the application device. In this case, a tray 100 for fixing such a display panel 200 should also be provided separately according to the size of the display panel 200. However, in the case of the tray 100 according to this embodiment, the slot 110 is formed as an inclined surface, so that the tray 100 can be used universally regardless of the size of the display panel 200.

[0060] Figure 4 This is a diagram showing the tray 100, including the slot 110, which includes a plane parallel to the tray 100. Figure 5 It is along Figure 4 The cross-sectional view shown is taken from the V-V' line. (Refer to...) Figure 4 as well as Figure 5 In the case of the tray 100 according to this embodiment, the slot 110 has a plane corresponding to the size of the display panel 200. Therefore, as Figure 5 As shown, the display panel 200 is positioned parallel to the groove 110 of the tray 100. In this embodiment, if the size of the display panel 200 is larger than the size of the groove 110, the display panel 200 cannot be positioned within the groove 110. Figure 5 As shown, the size of the display panel 200 located in the slot 110 is smaller than that of the slot 110.

[0061] However, according to this embodiment, the tray 100 has a groove 110 configured as an inclined surface. Therefore, the display panel 200 is inclined within the groove 110, allowing various display panels 200 to be arranged regardless of their size.

[0062] Figure 6 This is a cross-section showing a display panel 200 with dimensions larger than the slot 110 provided in the tray 100 according to this embodiment. Figure 6 In this way, even if the size of the display panel 200 is larger than the size of the slot 110, it can be located in the slot 110 including the inclined strip tray 100.

[0063] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view showing a display panel 200 with dimensions smaller than the slot 110 provided in the tray 100 according to this embodiment. (Refer to...) Figure 6 as well as Figure 7According to this embodiment, the tray 100 can accommodate display panels 200 of various sizes regardless of the size of the display panel 200.

[0064] exist Figures 1 to 3 In one embodiment, the groove 110 is inclined to both the first direction DR1 and the second direction DR2. However, in another embodiment, the groove 110 may include an inclined surface only in one of the first direction DR1 and the second direction DR2.

[0065] Figure 8 It is aimed at Figure 1 The embodiment is shown in a cross-sectional view taken along line VIII-VIII'. (Refer to...) Figure 8 According to this embodiment, the tray 100 can tilt in the first direction DR1, but not in the second direction DR2. That is, as Figure 8 As shown, the inclined surface can be set only in the first direction DR1, and not in the second direction DR2.

[0066] Figure 9 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 A diagram of the same cross-section. (Refer to...) Figure 9 According to this embodiment, the tray 100 can tilt in the second direction DR2, but not in the first direction DR1. That is, as Figure 9 As shown, the inclined surface can be set only in the second direction DR2, and not in the first direction DR1.

[0067] Thus, even in cases like Figure 8 as well as Figure 9 Even when the inclined surface is set in only one direction, it is possible to place display panels 200 of various sizes within the tray 100.

[0068] In the preceding embodiments, the inclined surface of the groove 110 is shown as a plane, but the inclined surface of the groove 110 may include a protrusion or a curved surface.

[0069] Figure 10 This is shown for a tray according to another embodiment. Figure 2 A diagram of the same cross-section. (Refer to...) Figure 10 In addition to the protrusion 120 located within the inclined surface of the groove 110, the tray 100 according to this embodiment also includes... Figure 2 The embodiments are the same. Specific descriptions of the same constituent elements are omitted. Such a protrusion 120 reduces the contact area between the display panel 200 and the groove 110. Therefore, the display panel 200 can slide smoothly within the groove 110, thereby allowing the display panel 200 to be placed within the groove 110.

[0070] Figure 11 This is shown for a tray according to another embodiment. Figure 3A diagram of the same cross-section. (Refer to...) Figure 11 In addition to the protrusion 120 located within the inclined surface of the groove 110, the tray 100 according to this embodiment also includes... Figure 3 The embodiments are the same. Detailed descriptions of the same constituent elements are omitted.

[0071] Such a protrusion 120 can also be like Figure 10 as well as Figure 11 You can set them all in both directions as shown, or you can set them only in a portion of the area.

[0072] Figure 12 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 A diagram of the same cross-section. (Refer to...) Figure 12 According to this embodiment, the protrusion 120 can be set only in the first direction DR1 and not in the second direction DR2.

[0073] Figure 13 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 A diagram of the same cross-section. (Refer to...) Figure 13 The protrusion 120 can be set only in the second direction DR2, and not in the first direction DR1.

[0074] Figure 14 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 A diagram of the same cross-section. (Refer to...) Figure 14 In this embodiment, the first direction DR1 includes an inclined surface, and the second direction DR2 includes a plane. According to this embodiment, the protrusion 120 can be provided only in the first direction DR1 where the inclined surface is located, and not in the second direction DR2.

[0075] Figure 15 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 A diagram of the same cross-section. (Refer to...) Figure 15 In this embodiment, the first direction DR1 includes a plane, and the second direction DR2 includes an inclined surface. According to this embodiment, the protrusion 120 can be provided only in the second direction DR2 where the inclined surface is located, and not in the first direction DR1. That is, the protrusion 120 can be provided along the inclined surface.

[0076] Figure 16 This is shown for a tray according to another embodiment. Figure 2 Diagrams of the same cross-section. Figure 17 This is shown for a tray according to another embodiment. Figure 3 A diagram of the same cross-section. (Refer to...) Figure 16 as well as Figure 17 According to this embodiment, the tray 100, except that the inclined surface of the groove 110 is curved, is in line with... Figure 2 as well as Figure 3The embodiments are the same. Detailed descriptions of the same constituent elements are omitted.

[0077] Such a structure with an inclined surface as groove 110 can also be like... Figure 16 as well as Figure 17 You can set them all in both directions as shown, or you can set them only in a portion of the area.

[0078] Figure 18 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 A diagram of the same cross-section. (Refer to...) Figure 18 According to this embodiment, the groove 110 of the tray 100 may include a curved inclined surface in the first direction DR1 and a planar inclined surface in the second direction DR2.

[0079] Figure 19 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 A diagram of the same cross-section. (Refer to...) Figure 19 According to this embodiment, the groove 110 of the tray 100 may include a curved inclined surface in the second direction DR2 and a planar inclined surface in the first direction DR1.

[0080] Figure 20 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 A diagram of the same cross-section. (Refer to...) Figure 20 According to this embodiment, the tray 100 may have a curved inclined surface in the first direction DR1, and may not have an inclined surface in the second direction DR2.

[0081] Figure 21 This is shown in relation to another embodiment. Figure 8 A diagram of the same cross-section. (Refer to...) Figure 21 According to this embodiment, the tray 100 may have a curved inclined surface in the second direction DR2, but does not include an inclined surface in the first direction DR1.

[0082] Then, refer to the following. Figures 22 to 24 This describes a method for placing a display panel 200 within a tray 100 according to this embodiment. Figures 22 to 24 This is a cross-sectional view showing the process of loading the display panel 200 onto the tray 100.

[0083] Reference Figure 22 First, a display panel 200 is installed in the slot 110 of the tray 100. At this time, the shape of the tray 100 is the same as that described above. Specific descriptions of the same constituent elements are omitted.

[0084] Next, as Figure 23As shown, one edge of the tray 100 is lifted, causing the display panel 200 to slide along the inclined surface within the groove 110. During this process, the corner of the groove 110 and the edge of the display panel 200 may meet.

[0085] Next, as Figure 24 As shown, the raised tray 100 is lowered again to set the display panel 200. This rise-fall process can be performed at one edge in the first direction DR1, and then again at one edge in the second direction DR2.

[0086] In this way, the edge of the display panel 200 is located at the deepest point of the inclined surface of the groove 110 of the tray 100, thereby enabling the display panel 200 to be stably positioned.

[0087] The embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above, but the scope of the present invention is not limited thereto. Various modifications and improvements made by those skilled in the art using the basic concepts of the present invention as defined in the claims also fall within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A tray, wherein, include: Multiple fixing slots are arranged in each of the first direction and the second direction orthogonal to the first direction. The cross-section of each of the aforementioned fixing slots in the first direction is generally an inclined surface or a curved surface that tilts in the same direction. The cross-section of each of the fixed grooves in the second direction is an inclined surface or curved surface that tilts in the same direction.

2. The pallet according to claim 1, wherein, The cross-section of each of the aforementioned fixing slots in the first direction is an inclined surface that slopes in the same direction. The tray also includes a plurality of protrusions on an inclined surface located in the first direction.

3. The pallet according to claim 2, wherein, The cross-section of each of the aforementioned fixing grooves in the second direction is an inclined surface that slopes in the same direction. The tray also includes a plurality of protrusions on an inclined surface located in the second direction.

4. The tray according to claim 1, wherein, The cross-section of each of the fixed grooves in the second direction is an inclined surface that is inclined in the same direction.

5. The pallet according to claim 4, wherein, The cross-section of each of the aforementioned fixing slots in the first direction is an inclined surface that slopes in the same direction. The tray also includes a plurality of protrusions on an inclined surface located in the first direction. No protrusions are provided on the inclined surface along the second direction.

6. The pallet according to claim 1, wherein, A display panel larger than the size of the fixing slot is provided in each of the fixing slots.

7. A method for loading a display panel, wherein, include: The steps include preparing a tray having a plurality of fixing slots arranged in each of a first direction and a second direction orthogonal to the first direction, wherein the cross section of each fixing slot in the first direction is an inclined surface or curved surface inclined in the same direction, and the cross section of each fixing slot in the second direction is an inclined surface or curved surface inclined in the same direction. The step of positioning the display panel in each of the aforementioned fixing slots; The step of lifting one edge of the tray in the first direction to align it with the display panel; as well as The step of lowering the raised tray.

8. The method for loading a display panel according to claim 7, wherein, The size of the display panel is larger than the size of the fixing slot.

9. The method for loading a display panel according to claim 7, wherein, The cross-section of each of the fixing slots of the tray in the second direction is an inclined surface that is inclined in the same direction.

10. The method for loading a display panel according to claim 7, wherein, The method for loading the display panel further includes: The step of lifting one edge of the tray in the second direction to align it with the display panel; The step of lowering the raised tray.

11. The method for loading a display panel according to claim 7, wherein, The cross-section of each of the aforementioned fixing slots in the first direction is an inclined surface that slopes in the same direction. The tray also includes a plurality of protrusions on an inclined surface located in the first direction.

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