Electronic devices and methods of manufacturing thereof

Abstract

Electronic devices according to various embodiments of the present disclosure are disclosed. The electronic devices according to various embodiments of the present disclosure may include: a housing for receiving a printed circuit board; a cover coupled to the housing and including a coupling protrusion projecting toward one side of the housing to be received in the housing and a coupling hole formed in the coupling protrusion; a fastening pin disposed in the coupling hole and coupled to the housing; and a sealing member disposed between the inner wall forming the coupling hole and the fastening pin to seal the coupling hole. Various other embodiments are possible.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to an electronic device and a method of manufacturing the same, and more specifically, to an electronic device and a method of manufacturing the same with improved productivity. Background Technology

[0002] Electronic devices may include at least one of the following: home appliances, electronic notebooks, portable multimedia players, mobile communication terminals, tablet computers, video / audio devices, desktop / laptop computers, and vehicle navigation systems.

[0003] Recently, electronic devices have required waterproofing. To achieve this waterproofing, auxiliary materials such as gaskets or tape can be used between the housing and the cover to seal the space between them. In this case, a screw-fastening method can be used to prevent the housing and cover from separating from each other. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Technical issues

[0005] Using screws for fastening can damage the external design of electronic devices and may reduce productivity. Therefore, it is necessary to improve productivity while ensuring a seal between the housing and the cover during the assembly of electronic devices.

[0006] Therefore, aspects of this disclosure are intended to provide an electronic device having improved assembly and productivity of the housing and cover.

[0007] Other aspects of this disclosure provide an electronic device that includes an improved external design.

[0008] Technical solutions

[0009] According to one aspect of this disclosure, an electronic device includes: a housing configured to receive a printed circuit board; a cover coupled to the housing and including a coupling protrusion projecting into the inside of the housing to be received in the housing and a coupling hole formed in the coupling protrusion; a fastening member disposed in the coupling hole and configured to connect the cover to the housing; and a sealing member disposed between the inner wall forming the coupling hole and the fastening member to seal the coupling hole.

[0010] Beneficial effects

[0011] By reducing the time spent connecting the housing and cover, electronic devices with improved productivity can be provided.

[0012] In addition, electronic devices with improved external designs can be provided, since screws are not included. Attached Figure Description

[0013] These and / or other aspects of this disclosure will become more apparent and readily understood from the following description of embodiments taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein:

[0014] Figure 1 This is a block diagram of an electronic device in a network environment according to various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a perspective view showing an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0016] Figure 3 This is an exploded perspective view showing an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0018] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0019] Figure 6 This is a perspective view showing a fastening pin and a sealing member in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0020] Figure 7 This is a rear view showing a cover in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0021] Figure 8 This is a perspective view showing the state in which the housing and fastening pins are connected to each other in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of this disclosure;

[0022] Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional view showing the state in which the housing and fastening pins are connected to each other in an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0023] Figures 10 to 12 This is a cross-sectional view showing the process by which the housing and fastening pins are connected to each other in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0024] Figure 13 This is a flowchart illustrating the process by which the housing and fastening pins are connected to each other in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0025] Figure 14 This is a perspective view showing the housing and fastening pin separated from each other in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of this disclosure;

[0026] Figure 15 This is a cross-sectional view showing the housing and fastening pin separated from each other in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of this disclosure;

[0027] Figures 16 to 18 This is a cross-sectional view showing the process of separating the housing and fastening pin from each other in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0028] Figure 19 This is a flowchart illustrating the process of separating the housing and fastening pin from each other in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0029] Figure 20 This is a plan view showing the state in which the housing and fastening pins are connected to each other in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0030] Figure 21 This is a plan view showing the state in which the housing and fastening pin are separated from each other in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0031] Figure 22 This is a view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0032] Figure 23 This is a view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0033] Figure 24 This is a view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0034] Figure 25 This is a view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0035] Figure 26 This is a view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0036] Figure 27 This is a view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0037] Figure 28 This is a perspective view showing the state in which the housing and fastening pins are connected to each other in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0038] Figure 29 This is a perspective view showing the housing and fastening pin separated from each other in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0039] Figure 30 This is a perspective view showing the state in which the housing and fastening pins are connected to each other in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0040] Figure 31 This is a view showing a fastening pin and a sealing member in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure; and

[0041] Figure 32 This is a view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure. Detailed Implementation

[0042] Before proceeding with the following detailed description, it may be advantageous to define certain words and phrases used throughout this patent document: the terms “comprising” and “including” and their derivatives mean including but not limited to; the term “or” is inclusive, meaning and / or; the phrases “associated with” and “associated with” and their derivatives may mean including, being included, interconnected with, containing, being contained, connected to or linked with, coupled to or connected with, able to communicate with, cooperate with, interleaved, juxtaposed, proximate, combined with or combined with, having, having the characteristics of, etc.; the term “controller” means any device, system or part thereof that controls at least one operation, such device may be implemented by hardware, firmware or software or some combination of at least two of them. It should be noted that the functionality associated with any particular controller may be centralized or distributed, whether local or remote.

[0043] Furthermore, the various functions described below may be implemented or supported by one or more computer programs, each computer program being formed by computer-readable program code and contained in a computer-readable medium. The terms "application" and "program" refer to one or more computer programs, software components, instruction sets, procedures, functions, objects, classes, instances, associated data, or portions thereof suitable for implementation in appropriate computer-readable program code. The phrase "computer-readable program code" includes any type of computer code, including source code, object code, and executable code. The phrase "computer-readable medium" includes any type of media accessible by a computer, such as read-only memory (ROM), random access memory (RAM), hard disk drive, compact disc (CD), digital video disc (DVD), or any other type of storage. "Non-transitory" computer-readable media does not include wired, wireless, optical, or other communication links that transmit transient electrical or other signals. Non-transitory computer-readable media includes media that permanently store data and media that store data and can be rewritten later, such as rewritable optical discs or erasable storage devices.

[0044] Throughout this patent document, definitions of certain words and phrases are provided, and those skilled in the art will understand that in many (if not most) cases, such definitions apply to the prior and future use of such defined words and phrases.

[0045] The following discussion Figures 1 to 32 The various embodiments used to describe the principles of this disclosure in this patent document are illustrative only and should not be construed as limiting the scope of this disclosure in any way. Those skilled in the art will understand that the principles of this disclosure can be implemented in any suitably arranged system or apparatus.

[0046] Figure 1 This is a diagram of an electronic device 101 in a network environment 100 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. (Refer to...) 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 at least one of electronic device 104 and server 108 via a second network 199 (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to embodiments, electronic device 101 can communicate with electronic device 104 via server 108. According to embodiments, electronic device 101 may include a processor 120, memory 130, input module 150, sound output module 155, display module 160, audio module 170, sensor module 176, interface 177, connection terminal 178, haptic module 179, camera module 180, power management module 188, battery 189, communication module 190, user identification module 196, or antenna module 197. In some embodiments, at least one of these components (e.g., connection terminal 178) may be omitted, or one or more other components may be added to electronic device 101. In some implementations, some of these components (e.g., sensor module 176, camera module 180, or antenna module 197) may be integrated into a single component (e.g., display module 160).

[0047] Processor 120 can execute software (e.g., program 140) to control at least one other component (e.g., hardware or software component) connected to electronic device 101 and perform various data processing or operations. According to embodiments, as at least part of data processing or operations, processor 120 can store instructions or data received from other components (e.g., sensor module 176 or communication module 190) in volatile memory 132, process the instructions 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., a central processing unit or application processor) or a subprocessor 123 (e.g., a graphics processing unit, neural network processing unit (NPU), image signal processor, sensor hub processor, or communication processor) that operates independently of or in conjunction with the main processor. For example, when electronic device 101 includes a main processor 121 and a subprocessor 123, the subprocessor 123 may consume less power than the main processor 121 or be configured to be dedicated to a specific function. The subprocessor 123 can be implemented separately from the main processor 121, or it can be implemented as part of the main processor 121.

[0048] Representing the main processor 121 when it is inactive (e.g., in sleep) or together with the main processor 121 when it is active (e.g., in application execution), the subprocessor 123 may control at least one function or state associated with at least one component of the electronic device 101 (e.g., display module 160, sensor module 176, or communication module 190). According to embodiments, the subprocessor 123 (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as part of another functionally related component (e.g., camera module 180 or communication module 190). According to embodiments, the subprocessor 123 (e.g., a neural network processing unit) may include hardware structures dedicated to processing artificial intelligence models. The artificial intelligence model may be generated through machine learning. This learning may be performed within the electronic device 101 itself, or via a separate server (e.g., server 108). The learning algorithm may include, but is not limited to, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning. The artificial intelligence model may include multiple layers of artificial neural networks. Artificial neural networks can be, but are not limited to, deep neural networks (DNNs), convolutional neural networks (CNNs), recurrent neural networks (RNNs), restricted Boltzmann machines (RBMs), deep belief networks (DBNs), bidirectional recurrent deep neural networks (BRDNNs), deep Q-networks, or combinations of two or more of these networks. In addition to hardware architecture, artificial intelligence models may additionally or alternatively include software architecture.

[0049] The memory 130 may store various data used by at least one component of the electronic device 101 (e.g., processor 120 or sensor module 176). The data may include software (e.g., program 140) and input or output data for software-related instructions. The memory 130 may include volatile memory 132 or non-volatile memory 134.

[0050] Program 140 can be stored as software in memory 130 and may include operating system 142, middleware 144 or application 146.

[0051] Input module 150 can receive instructions or data from outside electronic device 101 (e.g., a user) that will be used by components of electronic device 101 (e.g., processor 120). Input module 150 may include a microphone, mouse, keyboard, keys (e.g., buttons), or digital pen (e.g., stylus).

[0052] The sound output module 155 can output sound signals to the outside of the electronic device 101. The sound output module 155 may include a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. According to an embodiment, the receiver may be implemented separately from the speaker, or as part of the speaker.

[0053] Display module 160 can provide visual information to the outside of electronic device 101 (e.g., to a user). Display module 160 may include a display, holographic device, or projector, and control circuitry for controlling the corresponding device. According to an embodiment, display module 160 may include a touch sensor configured to sense touch or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of the force generated by touch.

[0054] Audio module 170 can convert sound into electrical signals, or conversely, convert electrical signals into sound. According to an embodiment, audio module 170 can obtain sound through input module 150, or output sound through an external electronic device (electronic device 102: for example, a speaker or headphones) directly or wirelessly connected to electronic device 101.

[0055] Sensor module 176 can detect the operating state of electronic device 101 (e.g., power or temperature) or the external environmental state (e.g., user state) and generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected state. According to embodiments, sensor module 176 may include a gesture sensor, gyroscope sensor, barometric pressure sensor, magnetic sensor, accelerometer, grip sensor, proximity sensor, color sensor, infrared (IR) sensor, biometric sensor, temperature sensor, humidity sensor, or illuminance sensor.

[0056] Interface 177 may support one or more specified protocols and can be used for direct or wireless connection of electronic device 101 to external electronic device (e.g., electronic device 102). Depending on the implementation, interface 177 may include a High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI), a Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0057] 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 an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0058] The tactile module 179 can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimuli (such as vibration or motion) or electrical stimuli that can be perceived by the user through touch or kinesthesia. According to embodiments, the tactile module 179 may include a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

[0059] Camera module 180 can image both still and moving images. Depending on the implementation, camera module 180 may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, an image signal processor, or a flash.

[0060] The power management module 188 can manage the power supplied to the electronic device 101. According to an embodiment, the power management module 188 can be implemented as at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0061] Battery 189 can supply power to at least one component of electronic device 101. According to embodiments, battery 189 may include a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0062] Communication module 190 can establish 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 support communication performance through the established communication channel. Communication module 190 may include one or more communication processors configured to operate independently of processor 120 (e.g., application processor) and configured to 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 module). The corresponding communication modules among these communication modules can communicate with external electronic devices 104 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 traditional cellular network, 5G network, next-generation communication network, Internet, or computer network (e.g., LAN or WAN)). These various types of communication modules can be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module 192 can identify or verify electronic devices 101 within communication networks such as the first network 198 or the second network 199 by using user information (e.g., International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI)) stored in the user identification module 196.

[0063] Wireless communication module 192 can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies beyond 4G networks, such as New Radio (NR) access technology. NR access technology can support enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB) for high-speed transmission of high-capacity data, massive machine-type communication (mMTC) for minimizing terminal power and accessing multiple terminals, or ultra-reliable and low-latency communication (URLLC). Wireless communication module 192 can support high-frequency bands (e.g., millimeter-wave bands) to achieve high data transmission rates. Wireless communication module 192 can support various technologies, such as beamforming, massive MIMO, full-dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antennas, analog beamforming, or large antennas, to ensure performance in high-frequency bands. Wireless communication module 192 can support various requirements specified in electronic device 101, external electronic devices (e.g., electronic device 104), or network systems (e.g., second network 199). According to the implementation, the wireless communication module 192 may support peak data rates (e.g., 20 Gbps or higher) for implementing eMBB, lost coverage (e.g., 164 dB or lower) for implementing mMTC, or U-plane latency (e.g., 0.5 ms or lower for each downlink (DL) and uplink (UL), or 1 ms or lower for each round trip) for implementing URLLC.

[0064] Antenna module 197 can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external source (e.g., an external electronic device). According to embodiments, antenna module 197 may include an antenna comprising a radiator formed of a conductor or conductive pattern on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). According to embodiments, antenna module 197 may include multiple antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, communication module 190 can select at least one antenna from the multiple antennas suitable for a communication method used in a communication network such as a first network 198 or a second network 199. Signals or power can be transmitted or received between communication module 190 and an external electronic device via the selected at least one antenna. According to some embodiments, other components besides the radiator (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as part of antenna module 197.

[0065] According to various embodiments, antenna module 197 can form a millimeter-wave antenna module. According to one embodiment, the millimeter-wave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent to a first surface (e.g., a lower surface) of the printed circuit board and configured to support a specified high-frequency band (e.g., a millimeter-wave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna) disposed on or adjacent to a second surface (e.g., an upper surface or a side surface) of the printed circuit board and configured to transmit or receive signals in the specified high-frequency band.

[0066] At least some components can be connected to each other and exchange signals (e.g., instructions or data) through communication methods between peripheral devices (e.g., buses, general purpose input and output (GPIO), serial peripheral interfaces (SPI), or mobile industrial processor interfaces (MIPI)).

[0067] According to an embodiment, instructions or data can be transmitted or received between electronic device 101 and external electronic device 104 via server 108 connected to the second network 199. Each external electronic device 102 or 104 can be the same or a different type of electronic device 101. According to an embodiment, all or part of the operations performed in electronic device 101 can be performed in one or more external electronic devices 102, 104, or 108. For example, when electronic device 101 needs to perform a function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or other device, electronic device 101 can perform the function or service itself, or alternatively, it can request one or more external electronic devices to perform at least a portion of the function or service. One or more external electronic devices receiving the request can perform at least a portion of the requested function or service, or additional functions or services related to the request, and send the execution result to electronic device 101. Electronic device 101 can provide an unchanged result as at least a part of its response to the request, or further process the result and provide a processed result as at least a part of its response to the request. For this purpose, technologies such as cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing can be used. Electronic device 101 can use distributed computing or mobile edge computing to provide ultra-low latency services. In another embodiment, external electronic device 104 may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. Server 108 may be an intelligent server using machine learning and / or neural networks. Depending on the embodiment, external electronic device 104 or server 108 may be included in a second network 199. Electronic device 101 can be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart homes, smart cities, smart cars, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technologies.

[0068] Electronic devices according to the various embodiments disclosed in this disclosure can have various types of devices. For example, electronic devices may include portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, wearable devices, or home appliance devices. Electronic devices according to embodiments of this disclosure are not limited to the devices described above.

[0069] The various embodiments and the terminology used therein are not intended to limit the technology disclosed herein to a particular form, and this disclosure should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, and / or substitutions of the corresponding embodiments. In describing the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used to denote similar constituent elements. Singular expressions may include plural expressions unless they are explicitly different in the context. Expressions such as “A or B,” “at least one of A and / or B,” or “one or more of A and / or B” as used herein may include any and all combinations of one or more related listed items. Here, expressions such as “first,” “second,” “first,” “second,” etc., may be used simply to distinguish one element from other elements, but are not limited to other aspects of the elements (importance or order). When an element (e.g., a first element) is referred to as “(functionally or communicatively) coupled” or “connected” to another element (e.g., a second element), the first element may be connected directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or via a third component to the second element.

[0070] As used herein, the term "module" can refer to a unit comprising one or more of hardware, software, or firmware. "Module" is used interchangeably with terms such as, for example, unit, logic, logic block, component, or circuit. A module can be the smallest unit or part of an overall building block. A module can be the smallest unit or part that performs one or more functions. A module can be implemented mechanically or electronically. For example, a "module" can be implemented as an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0071] Various implementations of this document can be carried out as software (e.g., program 140), comprising one or more instructions stored in a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., internal memory 136 or external memory 138). For example, a processor (e.g., processor 120) of the device (e.g., electronic device 101) can invoke and execute at least one of the instructions stored in the storage medium. This makes it possible to operate the device 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. The machine-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. “Non-transitory” means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and the term includes cases where data is stored semi-permanently in the storage medium and cases where data is temporarily stored in the storage medium.

[0072] Methods according to various disclosed embodiments can be provided by including them in a computer program product. The computer program product can be traded as a commodity between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product is distributed in the form of a device-readable storage medium (e.g., a compact disk read-only memory (CD-ROM)) or through an app store (e.g., the Play Store). TM The computer program product may be distributed directly or online (e.g., by download or upload) between two user devices (e.g., smartphones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product (e.g., a downloadable application) may be temporarily stored or temporarily created in a device-readable storage medium such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an app store's server, or a relay server.

[0073] According to various embodiments, each component (e.g., module or program) of the above-described components may include one or more entities, some of which may be arranged separately in other components. According to various embodiments, one or more components or operations among the corresponding components described above may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, multiple components (e.g., modules or programs) may be integrated into one component. In this case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the multiple components, which are the same as or similar to the functions performed by the corresponding components of the multiple components before integration. According to various embodiments of this disclosure, operations performed by modules, program modules, or other elements may be performed sequentially, in parallel, repeatedly, or heuristically. Furthermore, some operations may be performed in a different order, omitted, or additional operations may be added.

[0074] According to various embodiments of this disclosure, the electronic device may include at least one of a mobile communication terminal, a tablet computer, and a wearable electronic device. However, the following description will be based on wearable electronic devices.

[0075] Figure 2 This is a perspective view showing an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 3 This is an exploded perspective view showing an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0076] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 Electronic device 200 according to embodiments of the present disclosure (e.g., Figure 1 The electronic device 101 may include a display 210, a support structure 220, a printed circuit board 230, a housing 240, a cover 250, a rear glass 260, and a strap 270.

[0077] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the display 210 (e.g., Figure 1The display module 160 can be at least one of a liquid crystal display (LCD), a light-emitting diode (LED) display, an organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display, or a microelectromechanical system (MEMS) display. According to one embodiment, the display 210 may provide a touchpad to perform touchscreen functionality. According to one embodiment, an antenna radiator is arranged inside the display 210 to perform wireless communication functionality. According to one embodiment, the display 210 may be electrically connected to a display circuit board (not shown). The display circuit board may be arranged inside the housing 240. The display circuit board may be connected to a printed circuit board 230 to transmit electrical signals for driving the display 210.

[0078] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the support structure 220 can be arranged within the internal space of the housing 240, providing space for arranging electronic components while enhancing the rigidity of the housing 240. The support structure 220 may include a waterproof structure provided to seal the space between the support structure 220 and the housing 240. The support structure 220 may include a mounting surface for mounting the waterproof structure.

[0079] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the printed circuit board 230 can be disposed within the internal space of the housing 240. According to another embodiment, the printed circuit board 230 can be disposed on the lower surface of the support structure 220. For example, a processor (e.g., Figure 1 The processor 120), and the communication module (e.g., Figure 1 The communication module 190) or the sound output device (e.g., Figure 1 The electronic components of the audio output module 155 can be arranged on the printed circuit board 230. According to an embodiment of this disclosure, a battery (not shown) can be arranged inside the housing 240, and the printed circuit board 230 can be electrically connected to the battery. The printed circuit board 230 can be electrically connected to the antenna radiator via a connector.

[0080] According to embodiments of this disclosure, an antenna radiator or wireless charging antenna may be included in housing 240. The antenna radiator may transmit and receive radio signals using a magnetically secure transmission (MST) method. For example, the antenna radiator may be an MST antenna. As another example, the antenna radiator may be a near-field communication (NFC) antenna configured to transmit and receive wireless signals using an NFC method. A shielding structure may be arranged around the antenna radiator to block signal interference between other electronic components, such as sensor modules. According to embodiments, the wireless charging antenna may be attached to a surface of printed circuit board 230. The wireless charging antenna may be formed in a flat coil shape. The wireless charging antenna may be formed of a conductive material and may be electrically connected to printed circuit board 230. The wireless charging antenna may generate current through electromagnetic induction from an external electronic device. The current generated by the wireless charging antenna may charge a battery (not shown) through printed circuit board 230.

[0081] According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the housing 240 may include a belt coupling portion 241. The belt coupling portion may protrude from the outer wall of the housing 240. The belt coupling portions 241 may be formed in pairs to be coupled to the belt 270. However, the number and shape of the belt coupling portions 241 are not limited to those shown in the drawings, and may be formed in various numbers and shapes, as long as the belt coupling portions are coupled to the belt 270.

[0082] According to embodiments of this disclosure, a plurality of buttons 242 may be arranged on the outer wall of the housing 240. For example, the plurality of buttons 242 may include a power button configured to turn the power of the electronic device 200 on and off, or a menu button configured to select various menus of the electronic device. However, the plurality of buttons 242 are not limited to a power button or a menu button, and may be various buttons configured to operate the electronic device, such as volume control buttons.

[0083] According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the housing 240 may include retaining ribs 243 protruding from the inner wall 240a of the housing. Multiple retaining ribs 243 may be provided. For example, four pairs of retaining ribs 243 may be provided. However, the present disclosure is not limited thereto, and retaining ribs 243 may be provided in various quantities.

[0084] According to an embodiment of this disclosure, the cover 250 can be attached to the lower surface of the housing 240. The cover 250 can cover the lower part of the housing 240. Therefore, the support structure 220 and the printed circuit board 230 can be accommodated in the housing 240 and the cover 250.

[0085] According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the cover 250 may include a connecting protrusion 251 projecting in the Z direction. Depending on the number of retaining ribs 243, the connecting protrusion 251 may be provided in multiple quantities. For example, four connecting protrusions 251 may be provided. However, the present disclosure is not limited thereto, and the connecting protrusions 251 may be provided in various quantities.

[0086] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the rear glass 260 may be attached to the lower surface of the cover 250. The rear glass 260 may contact a part of the body (e.g., the wrist). The rear glass 260 may be formed of a transparent glass material. For example, the transparent rear glass 260 may allow light to pass through a sensor module (e.g., [missing information]) disposed inside the housing 240. Figure 1 The sensor module 176) is illuminated by light to allow it to sense electrical signals for bodily information. According to an embodiment, the rear glass 260 is not limited to glass and can be formed from various materials such as resin or metal.

[0087] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the strap 270 can be detachably attached to the housing 240. The strap 270 can have a shape worn on a part of the body. The strap 270 can include a first portion 271 and a second portion 272. A battery (not shown) can be disposed in the first portion 271. Furthermore, a camera module (e.g., Figure 1 The camera module 180 can be arranged in the first portion 271. However, the electronic components arranged on the first portion 271 of the belt 270 are not limited to a battery or camera module, and various electronic components such as a sensor module can be arranged on the first portion 271 of the belt 270. According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the second portion 272 of the belt 270 can extend in a direction away from the housing 240. The belt 270 can be formed of various materials, such as rubber, plastic, metal, or leather.

[0088] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0089] For example, Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A perspective view of part A of the electronic device shown.

[0090] Reference Figure 4 According to embodiments of this disclosure, the housing 240 may include an inner wall 240a, a display mounting portion 240b, and a fixing rib 243. The display mounting portion 240b may be provided on the upper side of the inner wall 240a. The display mounting portion 240b may allow a display 210 to be attached to one side of the housing 240. For example, the display mounting portion 240b may be provided to allow the display 210 to be attached from the upper side of the housing 240. For example, the display mounting portion 240b may be provided at one end of the housing 240 in the Z direction.

[0091] According to embodiments of this disclosure, a retaining rib 243 may protrude from the inner wall 240a of the housing 240 to allow the housing 240 to be coupled to the fastening member 280 described below. The retaining rib 243 may protrude toward the center of the housing 240. Multiple retaining ribs 243 may be provided. The connecting protrusion 251 and the fastening member 280, described later, may be arranged among the multiple retaining ribs 243.

[0092] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the plurality of fixing ribs 243 may include a first fixing rib 243a and a second fixing rib 243b. The first fixing rib 243 may include a first side 243aa and a second side 243ab. The first side 243aa may protrude from the inner wall 240a of the housing 240 to face the center of the housing 240. The second side 243ab may be formed on the side surface of the first side 243aa to face the direction of movement of the fastening member 280, which will be described later. The fastening member 280 may be a fastening pin 280. Hereinafter, the fastening member 280 will be referred to as a fastening pin 280.

[0093] Furthermore, according to embodiments of this disclosure, although not shown in the figures, the fixing rib 243 may include a connection shape (e.g., (Shape). The fixing ribs 243 can be formed in an amount corresponding to the connecting protrusions 251. For example, the number of fixing ribs 243 can be twice the number of connecting protrusions 251. Two fixing ribs 243 can be provided on a single connecting protrusion 251.

[0094] Furthermore, the shape of each of the plurality of fixing ribs 243 and connecting protrusions 251 is not limited to the shapes shown in the examples or figures above, and the plurality of fixing ribs 243 may have different shapes from each other or different shapes for each pair. Furthermore, the number of fixing ribs 243 and / or connecting protrusions 251 is not limited to the number shown in the figures.

[0095] According to an embodiment of this disclosure, the first fixing rib 243a may include a groove 244. The groove 244 may receive a fastening pin 280. The groove 244 may be formed to be recessed from the second side 243ab to receive the fastening pin 280.

[0096] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the groove 244 may include a contact surface 244a, a plurality of constraint surfaces 244b, and a receiving portion 244c. In response to the fastening pin 280 being engaged with the housing 240, the groove contact surface 244a and the fastening pin contact surface 281 may contact each other. The groove contact surface 244a may be formed in a flat shape to correspond to the fastening pin contact surface 281. However, the shape of the contact surface is not limited to the above examples, as long as the groove contact surface 244a and the fastening pin contact surface 281 contact each other to allow the fastening pin 280 to be stably engaged with the housing 240. The groove contact surface 244a may be a first contact surface 244a. The fastening pin contact surface 281 may be a second contact surface. The plurality of constraint surfaces 244b may be provided on the upper and lower sides of the contact surface 244a, respectively. For example, the plurality of constraint surfaces 244b may be provided in the Z direction and the -Z direction of the contact surface 244a, respectively. Therefore, in response to the fastening pin 280 being engaged with the housing 240, the plurality of constraint surfaces 244b can constrain the movement of the fastening pin 280 in the Z direction. Thus, the fastening pin 280 can be stably engaged with the housing 240 without disengaging in the Z direction. In response to the fastening pin 280 being engaged with the housing 240, a portion of the fastening pin 280 can be received in the receiving portion 244c. In response to the fastening pin 280 being engaged with the housing 240, the receiving portion 244c can receive a portion of the fastening pin 280.

[0097] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0098] For example, Figure 5 It is shown Figure 3 A perspective view of part B in the electronic device shown.

[0099] Reference Figure 5 According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the cover 250 may include a lower surface 250a, a housing mounting portion 250d, a connecting protrusion 251, a connecting hole 252, and a strength reinforcing portion 253.

[0100] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the lower surface 250a can support the lower portion of the connecting protrusion 251. The housing mounting portion 250d can be provided in a shape corresponding to the housing 240 to allow the housing 240 to be mounted on the upper side. The housing mounting portion 250d can be formed around the lower surface 250a.

[0101] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the connecting protrusion 251 can protrude from the lower surface 250a of the cover. The connecting protrusion 251 can be provided adjacent to the outer side of the lower surface 250a and protrude upward toward the display. The formation location of the connecting protrusion 251 in the lower surface 250a can be freely arranged in various positions, independent of the connecting portion 241. Therefore, the arrangement space for configurations such as the printed circuit board 230 provided in the housing 240 can be free. Furthermore, the shape of the housing 240 connected to the connecting protrusion 251 can be simplified, thereby improving productivity and reducing production costs. For example, the fastening pin 280 can be provided by means such as a retaining rib formed in the housing 240 (e.g., Figure 4 The fixing rib 243) and the groove (e.g., Figure 4 The simple structure of the groove 244 in the middle is connected to the housing 240, thus improving productivity.

[0102] According to embodiments of this disclosure, in response to arranging the housing 240 on the upper side of the cover 250, connecting protrusions 251 may be arranged between the retaining ribs 243. Strength-reinforcing portions 253 may be arranged on opposite sides of the connecting protrusions 251 to enhance strength, thereby allowing the cover 250 to support the retaining ribs 243. The strength-reinforcing portions 253 may be provided on opposite sides of the supporting protrusions. For example, multiple strength-reinforcing portions 253 may be provided.

[0103] According to an embodiment of this disclosure, a connecting hole 252 may be formed in the connecting protrusion 251. A fastening pin 280 may be disposed inside the connecting hole 252. The fastening pin 280 may be movable within the connecting hole 252. Therefore, the fastening pin 280 may be connected to and separated from the housing 240, and the cover 250 may be connected to and separated from the housing 240.

[0104] Figure 6 This is a perspective view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0105] Reference Figure 6 According to embodiments of this disclosure, the electronic device may include a fastening pin 280. The fastening pin 280 may allow the housing (e.g., Figure 3 The housing 240) and the cover (e.g., Figure 3 The covers 250 are connected to each other. The fastening pin 280 may include a cylindrical shape extending in one direction. The fastening pin 280 may include a fastening pin contact surface 281, an outer surface 284, and a rounded portion 282. The fastening pin contact surface 281 may include a first surface 281a and a second surface 281b. The first surface 281a may be a recessed contact surface (e.g., ...) in response to the fastening pin 280 being engaged with the housing 240. Figure 4The groove contact surface 244a) is the surface in contact with the first surface 281a. In response to the groove contact surface 244a and the first surface 281a coming into contact with each other, the fastening pin 280 no longer faces the groove (e.g., Figure 4 The groove 244) moves. The second surface 281b may be the surface that contacts the contact surface 252b of the coupling hole in response to the separation of the fastening pin 280 from the housing 240. In response to the second surface 281b contacting the contact surface of the coupling hole (e.g., Figure 9 The fastening pin 280 can no longer move toward the connecting path 255 after contacting the connecting hole contact surface 252b). Details will be described later. Rounded portions 282 may be formed at both ends of the connecting body 280a extending therefrom. Rounded portions 282 allow the fastening pin 280 to move in response to air pressure.

[0106] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the sealing member 290 can be coupled to the outside of the fastening pin 280. In response to the fastening pin 280 being arranged in the connection hole 252, the sealing member 290 can be compressed within the connection hole 252. With the fastening pin 280 arranged in the connection hole 252, the sealing member 290 can prevent the fastening pin 280 from moving. Therefore, accidental separation of the housing 240 and the fastening pin 280 can be prevented. Furthermore, the sealing member 290 can seal the space between the fastening pin 280 and the connection hole 252 to prevent water and / or foreign matter (e.g., dust) from entering the housing 240. For example, recently, electronic devices require waterproofing, and the sealing member 290 can prevent water from flowing into the housing 240. Additionally, air can be pressurized to engage the fastening pin 280 to the housing 240, and air can be drawn in to detach the fastening pin 280 from the housing 240. Therefore, sealing member 290 can act as a seal to allow the fastening pin to engage with or disengage from housing 240. Details will be described later.

[0107] Furthermore, the sealing member 290 may include a resilient material. For example, the sealing member 290 may include rubber or silicone. However, this disclosure is not limited thereto, and the sealing member 290 may include various resilient materials. The sealing member may include an annular shape.

[0108] Furthermore, although two sealing members 290 are shown in the figure, the number of sealing members 290 is not limited to this. For example, one, three or more sealing members 290 may be provided.

[0109] Figure 7 This is a rear view showing a cover in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0110] For example, Figure 7 This shows the view from the -Z direction to the +Z direction. Figure 3 View of the cover 250.

[0111] Reference Figure 7 According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the cover 250 may include vents 254. Vents 254 may be formed in the outer surface 250b of the cover 250. Vents 254 can be accessed via a pressurizer (e.g., described later). Figure 10 The pressure regulator 300) moves the fastening pin (e.g., Figure 6 The fastening pin 280 allows the fastening pin 280 to engage with the housing 240 and to disengage the housing 240 and the fastening pin 280. For example, air can pass through the vent 254 and the communication path (e.g., Figure 9 The connecting path 255) moves the fastening pin 280. Because the housing 240 and the cover 250 are connected to each other in a simple manner, the productivity of electronic devices can be improved. In addition, the connecting protrusion (e.g., Figure 5 The location of the connecting protrusion 251 is unrestricted, and no structure is needed to reinforce the strength of the outer surface 250b of the cover. Therefore, the outer surface 250b of the cover can be formed as a smooth shape without protrusions. Furthermore, in response to the fastening pin 280 being attached to the housing 240, the fastening pin 280 may not be visible through the vent 254. Therefore, the manufacturer and / or user can recognize the fastening pin 280 being attached to the housing 240, and the appearance of the cover 250 can be improved. Details will be described later.

[0112] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the cover 250 may include a rear glass mounting portion 250c. The rear glass mounting portion 250c may be formed as a recess in the outer surface 250b. The rear glass (e.g., Figure 3 The rear glass 260 can be installed on the rear glass mounting part 250c.

[0113] Figure 8 This is a perspective view showing the state in which the fastening pin 280 is connected to the housing 240 in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional view showing the state in which the fastening pin 280 is connected to the housing 240 in an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0114] Reference Figure 8 and Figure 9According to embodiments of this disclosure, the cover 250 may include a connecting hole 252. The connecting hole 252 may be provided in the connecting protrusion 251. A fastening pin 280 may be received in the inner wall 252a forming the connecting hole 252. The connecting hole 252 may be covered by the upper wall 251a of the connecting protrusion 251. For example, the connecting hole 252 may be provided to penetrate the connecting protrusion 251 in a direction perpendicular to the connecting protrusion 251. The connecting hole 252 may extend in a direction perpendicular to the projection direction of the fixing rib 243. The connecting hole 252 may extend to allow the fastening pin contact surface to face a second side 243ab of the first fixing rib 243a. For example, the connecting hole 252 may extend in directions perpendicular to both the connecting protrusion 251 and the first fixing rib 243a. Therefore, the fastening pin 280 may contact the recessed contact surface 244a, thus limiting the movement distance of the fastening pin 280, and allowing the fastening pin 280 to be engaged with the housing 240 in place.

[0115] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the connection hole 252 may include an inner wall 252a, a connection hole contact surface 252b, and a receiving space 252c. The inner wall 252a may form the connection hole 252. The inner wall 252a may contact the sealing member 290. For example, the space between the inner wall 252a and the fastening pin 280 may be sealed by the sealing member 290. Furthermore, in response to the fastening pin 280 being engaged with the housing 240, the groove 244 may contact the first surface 281a. In particular, the groove contact surface 244a may contact the first surface 281a provided on the fastening pin 280. The receiving space 252c may be connected to the communication path 255, which will be described later.

[0116] According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the fastening pin 280 may include a sealing groove 283. The sealing groove 283 may be provided as a recess in the coupling body 280a. For example, the sealing groove 283 may be recessed from the outer surface 284 to receive the sealing member 290. Therefore, the sealing member 290 can be stably connected to the fastening pin 280. According to embodiments of the present disclosure, the sealing member 290 can seal the space between the inner wall 252a forming the coupling hole 252 and the fastening pin 280. With the fastening pin 280 arranged in the coupling hole 252, the sealing member 290 can prevent the fastening pin 280 from moving. Therefore, the fastening pin can be prevented from accidentally separating from the housing 240. In addition, the sealing member 290 can seal the space between the fastening pin 280 and the coupling hole 252 to prevent water from flowing into the housing 240. For example, recently, electronic devices require waterproofing, so the sealing member 290 can prevent water from flowing into the housing 240. The sealing groove 283 may be formed in a number and shape corresponding to the sealing member 290.

[0117] According to embodiments of this disclosure, the connecting protrusion 251 can be arranged among a plurality of fixing ribs 243. When the housing 240 and the fastening pin 280 are connected, a portion of the fastening pin 280 can be accommodated in the connecting hole 252. For example, a portion of the connecting body can be accommodated in the receiving space 252c. Furthermore, another portion of the fastening pin 280 can be accommodated in the groove 244. For example, another portion of the connecting body can be accommodated in the receiving portion 244c. Therefore, the fastening pin 280 can be connected to the housing 240, and the cover 250 can be connected to the housing 240.

[0118] According to an embodiment of this disclosure, in response to the fastening pin 280 being engaged with the housing 240, the first surface 281a can contact the groove contact surface 244a. The fastening pin 280 can no longer move to the outside of the connecting hole 252, a portion of the connecting body can be accommodated in the receiving space 252c, and another portion of the connecting body can be accommodated in the groove 244. Therefore, the cover 250 can be engaged with the housing 240. Furthermore, a plurality of constraint surfaces 244b can be provided on each of the Z and -Z directions of the fastening pin 280 to restrict the Z-direction movement of the fastening pin 280. Therefore, in the state where the fastening pin 280 is engaged with the housing 240, the fastening pin 280 will not separate in the Z direction. Even when the fastening pin 280 shakes in the connecting hole 252 due to an unexpected external force, the housing 240 and the fastening pin 280 can be stably engaged due to the plurality of constraint surfaces 244b. The position where the fastening pin 280 is engaged with the housing 240 can be referred to as the first position.

[0119] Figures 10 to 12 This is a cross-sectional view illustrating the process of fastening pins connecting to a housing in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 13 This is a flowchart illustrating the process of fastening pins connecting to a housing in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0120] Reference Figures 10 to 13 According to embodiments of this disclosure, the pressurizer 300 may be disposed on the outer surface 250b of the cover 250. Furthermore, the cover 250 may include a communication path 255 respectively connected to the vent 254 and the connection hole 252. The communication path 255 may be connected to one end of the connection hole 252. For example, the vent 254 may be an inlet and / or outlet of the communication path 255. The communication path 255 may be connected to a region adjacent to the contact surface 252b of the connection hole to allow air to flow through the connection hole 252. The pressurizer 300 may inject air into the vent 254 to move the fastening pin 280 toward the recess 244 side.

[0121] According to various embodiments of this disclosure, regarding electronic devices (e.g., Figure 2An assembly method (e.g., a manufacturing method of the electronic device 200) is described, in which a housing 240 is arranged, a display 210 is attached to one side of the housing 240, and a cover 250 accommodating a connecting pin 280 is arranged on the other side of the housing 240, with the connecting pin attached to the housing 240. Thus, the electronic device 200 can be assembled. However, the arrangement order of the housing 240, display 210, or cover 250 can be changed.

[0122] The following will refer to Figure 13 The process of connecting the housing 240 and the fastening pin 280 is described. According to an embodiment of this disclosure, the pressurizer 300 can inject air into the vent 254 (1310). The air injected into the vent 254 can flow to the fastening pin 280 through the communication path 255. The air flowing to the fastening pin 280 can compress the rounded portion 282 and the sealing member 290 mounted on the fastening pin 280. Because the air flows from the connecting hole 252 toward the recess 244 side, the fastening pin 280 and the sealing member 290 can also move toward the recess 244 side (1320). In this case, the sealing member 290 can seal the space between the inner wall 252a forming the connecting hole 252 and the connecting body 280a. Therefore, air can not be discharged into the space between the inner wall 252a and the fastening pin 280, and the sealing member 290 can be compressed to move the fastening pin 280 and the sealing member 290. Figure 11 As shown, when the fastening pin 280 and the sealing member 290 move toward the groove 244 side, a space can be formed between the connecting hole contact surface 252b and the second surface 281b. Figure 12 As shown, the first surface 281a can contact the groove contact surface 244a, thereby stopping the movement of the fastening pin 280 (1330). In this case, it can be seen that the housing 240 and the fastening pin 280 are connected, and the housing 240 and the cover 250 are connected. In response to the completion of the connection between the housing 240 and the cover 250, the injection of air into the vent 254 via the pressurizer 300 can be stopped (1340).

[0123] Figure 14 This is a perspective view showing the housing and fastening pin separated from each other in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of this disclosure. Figure 15 This is a cross-sectional view showing the housing and fastening pin separated from each other in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of this disclosure.

[0124] Reference Figure 14 and Figure 15According to embodiments of this disclosure, in response to the separation of the fastening pin from the housing 240, the connecting hole contact surface 252b may contact the second surface 281b. For example, the connecting hole contact surface 252b may contact the second surface 281b. A receiving space 252c may be provided to receive the fastening pin 280. The fastening pin 280 may be movable toward the communication path 255. The entire connecting body 280a may be received in the receiving space 252c. For example, the fastening pin 280 may not be received in the receiving portion 244c of the groove, but may only be received in the connecting hole 252. Therefore, the groove contact surface 244a may not contact the plurality of constraint surfaces 244b, and the housing 240 may be separated from the cover 250. The position where the fastening pin 280 is separated from the housing 240 may be referred to as the second position.

[0125] Figures 16 to 18 This is a cross-sectional view showing the process of connecting a fastening pin to a housing in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 19 This is a flowchart illustrating the process of separating the housing and fastening pin from each other in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0126] Reference Figures 16 to 19 According to an embodiment of this disclosure, the pressurizer 300 may be disposed on the outer surface 250b of the cover 250. The pressurizer 300 may draw in air through the vent 254 and the communication path 255 to allow the fastening pin 280 to move toward the receiving space 252c.

[0127] The following will refer to Figure 19 The process of separating the housing 240 and the fastening pin 280 from each other is described. According to an embodiment of this disclosure, the pressurizer 300 can draw in air through the vent 254 (1910). In response to the air being drawn in through the vent 254, air present in the communication path 255 and the receiving space 252c can also be drawn in. Air is drawn into the communication path 255 and the vent 254 by the pressurizer 300, and the sealing member seals the space between the fastening pin 280 and the inner wall 252a to prevent air leakage. Therefore, a pressure difference may occur between the receiving space 252c and the recess 244. For example, the receiving space 252c connected to the communication path 255 may have a lower pressure than the receiving portion 244c. According to the pressure difference, the fastening pin 280 can be pressed toward the receiving space 252c side connected to the communication path 255. Therefore, the fastening pin 280 can move toward the receiving space 252c side connected to the communication path 255 (1920). In this configuration, the sealing member can seal the space between the inner wall 252a forming the connecting hole 252 and the connecting body 280a. Therefore, air is not allowed to be released into the space between the inner wall 252a and the fastening pin 280, allowing the fastening pin 280 and the sealing member to move due to the pressure difference. Figure 17As shown, as the fastening pin 280 and the sealing member move toward the receiving space 252c, a space can be formed between the groove contact surface 244a and the first surface 281a. Figure 18 As shown, the second surface 281b can contact the fastening pin contact surface 281, thus stopping the movement of the fastening pin 280 (1930). In this case, the housing 240 and the fastening pin 280 can be seen separated from each other, and the housing 240 and the cover 250 can be seen separated from each other. In response to the completion of the separation of the housing 240 and the cover 250, the intake of air through the pressurizer 300 can be stopped (1940).

[0128] Figure 20 This is a plan view of portion C in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure, showing the state in which a fastening pin is connected to the housing. Figure 21 This is a plan view of part C in an electronic device according to one of the various embodiments of the present disclosure, with the housing and fastening pin separated from each other.

[0129] Reference Figure 20 According to embodiments of this disclosure, in response to the completion of the connection between the housing 240 and the fastening pin 280, the fastening pin 280 may not be visible through the vent 254. For example, the fastening pin 280 may be connected to the recessed contact surface 244a. A receiving space 252c may be formed in the area adjacent to the connection hole contact surface 252b (see reference). Figure 9 In this configuration, the receiving space 252c can be a separation space 252c, with the connecting hole contact surface 252b and the fastening pin 280 spaced apart within it. The area of ​​the separation space 252c, the area of ​​the connecting path 255, and the area of ​​the vent 254 can be the same or similar. As a result, the fastening pin 280 can be positioned within the connecting hole 252, thus not visible through the vent 254 formed on the outer surface 250b. Therefore, the manufacturer and / or user can perceive that the fastening pin 280 is connected to the housing 240.

[0130] Reference Figure 21 According to embodiments of this disclosure, in response to the separation of the fastening pin 380 from the housing 240, the fastening pin 280 becomes visible through the vent 254. For example, the fastening pin 280 may be connected to the fastening hole contact surface 252b. As a result, the fastening pin 280 may be positioned in the connection hole 252 so that it can be seen through the vent 254 formed in the outer surface 250b. Therefore, the manufacturer and / or user can confirm that the housing 240 and the fastening pin 280 are separated from each other.

[0131] Figure 22 This is a view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 23This is a view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 24 This is a view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0132] Reference Figure 22 According to another embodiment of this disclosure, the fastening pin 280 and the sealing member 291 can be formed by insert injection molding. For example, the fastening pin 280 and the sealing member 291 can be formed in one step by insert injection molding without the need to assemble the fastening pin 280 and the sealing member 291 separately.

[0133] Reference Figure 23 and Figure 24 According to another embodiment of this disclosure, the fastening pin 280 and sealing members 292 and 293 can be formed by embedding injection molding. For example, sealing member 292 can be injection molded into the entire outer surface 284 of the fastening pin 280. Sealing member 293 can be injection molded in such a way that only a portion of the outer surface 284 of the fastening pin is exposed. This can be effective when the fastening pin 280 is insulated from other components. For example, when the housing 240, cover 250, and fastening pin 280 are all made of metal, components inside the housing 240 may be damaged due to accidental overcurrent. In this case, sealing members 292 and 293 can be insulated between the components.

[0134] Figure 25 This is a view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 26 This is a view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 27 This is a view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0135] Reference Figure 25 According to another embodiment of this disclosure, the fastening pin 280 may include various shapes. As an example, the fastening pin 280 may include a quadrangular prism shape. Furthermore, the sealing member 294 may be provided with a shape corresponding to the shape of the outer surface 284 of the fastening pin 280. The shapes of the fastening pin 280 and the sealing member 294 are not limited to the examples described above and may include various shapes.

[0136] Reference Figure 26 and Figure 27According to another embodiment of this disclosure, the fastening pin 280 may include a tapered portion 282a and an edge portion 282b. The tapered portion 282a and the edge portion 282b may be formed at both ends of the connecting body 280a extending therefrom. The tapered portion 282a may allow the fastening pin 280 to move in response to pressurized air.

[0137] Figure 28 This is a perspective view showing the state in which the fastening pin is connected to the housing in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0138] Reference Figure 28 According to another embodiment of this disclosure, the sealing member 294 can be attached to the inner wall 252a of the connecting protrusion 251. The sealing member 294 can be attached to the inner wall 252a of the connecting protrusion 251 to seal the space between the fastening pin 280 and the inner wall 252a. With the fastening pin 280 arranged in the connecting hole 252, the sealing member 294 can prevent the fastening pin 280 from moving. Furthermore, the sealing member 294 can seal the space between the fastening pin 280 and the connecting hole 252 to prevent water from flowing into the housing 240. Additionally, air can be pressurized to engage the fastening pin 280 to the housing 240, and air can be drawn in to disengage the fastening pin 280 from the housing 240. Therefore, the sealing member 294 can function as a seal to allow the housing 240 and the fastening pin 280 to be engaged or disengaged from each other.

[0139] Figure 29 This is a perspective view showing the housing and fastening pin separated from each other in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 30 This is a perspective view showing the state in which the housing and fastening pin are connected to each other in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0140] Reference Figure 29 and Figure 30According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the sealing member 290 can be compressed in response to the fastening pin 280 disposed in the connecting hole 252b. According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the connecting protrusion 251 may include a separation prevention portion 256. The separation prevention portion 256 is recessed in the inner wall 252a forming the connecting hole 252 to prevent the fastening pin 280 from separating from the housing 240 when the fastening pin 280 is engaged with the housing 240. The separation prevention portion 256 may be formed adjacent to the housing 240 to contact the sealing member 290 in response to the fastening pin 280 being engaged with the housing 240. For example, the separation prevention portion 256 may be provided on a side adjacent to the first retaining rib 243a. The separation prevention portion 256 may include a rounded shape. However, the present disclosure is not limited thereto, and the separation prevention portion 256 may include various shapes, such as a tapered shape. Furthermore, multiple separation prevention portions 256 may be provided. One of the multiple separation prevention portions 256 may include a rounded shape, and another of the multiple separation prevention portions 256 may include a tapered shape.

[0141] With the fastening pin 280 engaged with the housing 240, the compression of at least one sealing member 290 can be released. That is, with the fastening pin 280 engaged with the housing 240, at least one sealing member 290 can return to its initial state. With the fastening pin 280 and housing 240 engaged, the sealing member 290 can be locked by the separation prevention portion 256. The separation prevention portion 256 prevents the fastening pin 280 engaged with the sealing member 290 from moving towards the contact surface 252b of the connection hole. The separation prevention portion 256 prevents the connecting pin 280 engaged with the sealing member 290 from separating from the housing 240. Therefore, the separation prevention portion 256 can increase the connection force between the fastening pin 280 and the housing 240.

[0142] Figure 31 This is a view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0143] Reference Figure 31According to another embodiment of this disclosure, the fastening pin 280 may include a sealing groove 283 into which the sealing member 290 is inserted. The sealing groove 283 may include a first sealing groove 283a and a second sealing groove 283b. The first sealing groove 283a and the second sealing groove 283b may be formed with different depths. For example, the first sealing groove 283a may be formed with a depth smaller than that of the second sealing groove 283b. As described above, the sealing member 290 may be compressed when disposed in the connecting hole 252b. The sealing member 290a inserted into the first sealing groove 283a may be the first sealing member 290a. The sealing member 290b inserted into the second sealing groove 283b may be the second sealing member 290b. The first sealing member 290a may be compressed more than the second sealing member 290b. In response to the fastening pin 280 being coupled to the housing 240, the first sealing member 290a may be further separated to prevent the portion 256 from jamming. This further prevents the connecting pin 280, which is connected to the sealing member 290, from moving toward the contact surface 252b of the connecting hole. Therefore, the connection force between the fastening pin 280 and the housing 240 can be increased.

[0144] Figure 32 This is a view showing a fastening pin and sealing member in an electronic device according to yet another embodiment of various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0145] Reference Figure 32 According to another embodiment of this disclosure, the electronic device may include a sealing member 295. The sealing member 295 may include an annular shape. Multiple sealing members 295 may be provided. The sealing members 295 may have different diameters. For example, a first sealing member 295a may have a larger diameter than a second sealing member 295b. Furthermore, the first sealing member 295a may have a larger area than the second sealing member 295b. As described above, the sealing member 290 can be compressed when arranged in the connecting hole 252b. Because the diameter of the first sealing member 295a is larger than the diameter of the second sealing member 295b, the first sealing member 295a can be compressed more than the second sealing member 295b. In response to the fastening pin 280 engaging with the housing 240, the first sealing member 295a can be further separated to prevent the portion 256 from jamming. Movement of the connecting pin 280, which is engaged with the sealing member 295, toward the connecting hole contact surface 252b can be further prevented. Therefore, the connection force between the fastening pin 280 and the housing 240 can be increased.

[0146] The accompanying drawings show two sealing members 295, but this disclosure is not limited thereto. Alternatively, a single sealing member 295 may be provided, or three or more sealing members 295 may be provided. For example, sealing member 295 may consist of only a first sealing member 295a.

[0147] Although several embodiments of this disclosure have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that changes may be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this disclosure, the scope of which is defined in the claims and their equivalents.

[0148] Although this disclosure has been described with reference to various embodiments, various changes and modifications may be suggested to those skilled in the art. This disclosure is intended to cover such changes and modifications that fall within the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. An electronic device comprising: The housing is configured to accommodate the printed circuit board; as well as A cover, attached to the housing, and comprising: A connecting protrusion protruding into the inside of the housing to accommodate a connecting protrusion in the housing, and a connecting hole formed inside the connecting protrusion; A fastening member is disposed in the connection hole and configured to connect the cover to the housing; A sealing member is disposed between the inner wall forming the connection hole and the fastening member to seal the connection hole; and Vents are formed in the outer surface of the cover to move the fastening member by injecting or drawing in air.

2. The electronic device of claim 1, wherein the sealing member is coupled to the outside of the fastening member.

3. The electronic device of claim 1, wherein the fastening member includes a sealing groove recessed from the outer surface of the fastening member and configured to receive the sealing member.

4. The electronic device of claim 1, wherein the sealing member is coupled to the inner wall forming the connection hole to be in close contact with the fastening member.

5. The electronic device of claim 1, wherein the sealing member is embedded in an injection mold and coupled to the fastening member.

6. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein: The fastening member is movably disposed in the connecting hole, and The housing includes a retaining rib that protrudes from the inner wall of the housing to face the fastening member relative to the direction of movement of the fastening member, and the retaining rib includes a groove that is configured to receive the fastening member when the fastening member is engaged with the housing.

7. The electronic device according to claim 6, wherein: According to the cap being connected to the housing, a first portion of the fastening member is received in the groove, and a second portion of the fastening member is received in the connection hole. The groove includes: The contact surface that contacts the surface of the fastening member, and Multiple constraint surfaces are provided on the upper and lower sides of the contact surface, respectively, and are configured to constrain the vertical movement of the fastening member.

8. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein: The cover is detachably connected to the housing, and Since the cover is separated from the housing, the fastening member is only accommodated in the connection hole.

9. The electronic device of claim 1, wherein the cover comprises: A communication path is provided to allow the vent to communicate with the connection hole, the communication path being connected to one end of the connection hole and the vent, respectively.

10. The electronic device according to claim 9, wherein, By injecting air through the vent and the communication path, the fastening member is moved to engage with the housing.

11. The electronic device according to claim 10, wherein: The housing includes a retaining rib that protrudes from the inner wall of the housing and faces the fastening member relative to the direction of movement of the fastening member. The retaining rib includes a groove configured to receive the fastening member, thereby preventing the fastening member from being seen through the vent according to its attachment to the housing.

12. The electronic device according to claim 9, wherein: The cover is detachably attached to the housing. By drawing air through the vent and the communication path, the fastening member is moved to allow it to separate from the housing. The fastening member is accommodated only in the connecting hole.

13. The electronic device according to claim 2, further comprising: The separation prevention part, according to the fastening member, is connected to the housing and is provided to contact the sealing member to prevent the fastening member from separating from the housing.

14. The electronic device of claim 13, wherein the separation prevention portion is disposed adjacent to the housing and includes at least one of a circular shape and a conical shape.

15. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein: The housing includes a retaining rib projecting from the inner wall of the housing, the retaining rib being oriented relative to the fastening member in the direction of movement of the fastening member, and The connecting hole extends in directions perpendicular to the direction in which the connecting protrusion protrudes and the direction in which the fixing rib protrudes, respectively.

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