Folding device, display screen assembly and intelligent terminal equipment

By designing a folding device with the first and second folding mechanisms, the problem of easy damage to the flexible screen when folding is solved, and the secure folding and stable use of the flexible screen is achieved.

CN119479474APending Publication Date: 2025-02-18GUANGDONG XIAOTIANCAI TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202311010572.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2023-08-10
Publication Date
2025-02-18

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Technical Problem

When the flexible screen is folded, its third part will deform and interfere with the hinge mechanism, which will easily cause damage to the flexible screen.

Method used

A folding device is designed, including a base, a movable member, a first folding mechanism and a second folding mechanism. The rotation of these mechanisms drives the movable member to move relative to the mounting groove to avoid squeezing the flexible screen during folding.

Benefits of technology

It effectively avoids the squeezing of the flexible screen when folded, reduces the risk of damage, and ensures the stability and service life of the flexible screen.

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Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of intelligent terminal equipment, and discloses a folding device, a display screen assembly and intelligent terminal equipment, the folding device comprises a base, a movable part, a first folding mechanism and a second folding mechanism, the first surface of the base is provided with a first mounting groove, the movable part is movably arranged in the first mounting groove, and the second surface of the base is provided with a second mounting groove; the first folding mechanism is rotationally connected to the base, and the second folding mechanism is rotationally connected to the base. According to the folding device, the folding device, the display screen assembly and the intelligent terminal equipment, the flexible screen cannot be extruded when the folding device is folded, and the flexible screen is prevented from being damaged.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of intelligent terminal equipment, and in particular to a folding device, a display screen assembly and an intelligent terminal equipment. Background Art

[0002] At present, flexible screens are widely used in smart terminal devices (such as tablets, mobile phones, smart watches, laptops, etc.). The bendable characteristics of flexible screens are combined with hinge mechanisms to achieve the folding and unfolding of flexible screens, so that smart terminal devices can be used in different usage scenarios. Usually, the flexible screen is divided into three parts, two of which are connected to the hinge mechanism. The hinge mechanism is used to drive the two parts closer or farther away, so that the third part is deformed to achieve the folding and unfolding of the flexible screen. In addition, when the flexible screen is unfolded, the hinge mechanism can provide support for the flexible screen, especially for the third part of the flexible screen.

[0003] However, when the flexible screen is folded, its third part is deformed and interferes with the hinge mechanism. The third part is squeezed by the hinge mechanism, which can easily cause damage to the flexible screen. Summary of the invention

[0004] The embodiments of the present invention disclose a folding device, a display screen assembly and a smart terminal device. The folding device will not squeeze the flexible screen when folding, thereby avoiding damage to the flexible screen.

[0005] In a first aspect, an embodiment of the present invention discloses a folding device, including a base, a movable component, a first folding mechanism, and a second folding mechanism, wherein a first mounting groove is provided on a first surface of the base, the movable component can be movably disposed in the first mounting groove, the first folding mechanism is rotatably connected to the base, and the second folding mechanism is rotatably connected to the base;

[0006] Wherein, when the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the movable component moves relative to the first installation groove and protrudes from or is flush with the first surface;

[0007] When the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and approach each other, the movable component moves relative to the first installation groove and is hidden in the first installation groove.

[0008] As an optional implementation, in an embodiment of the present invention, the folding device further comprises a reset structure, the reset structure is connected to the base and the movable component, and the reset structure is used to provide a force to reset the movable component;

[0009] When the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the first folding mechanism and / or the second folding mechanism drive the movable component to move relative to the base and protrude from or be flush with the first surface; when the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move closer to each other, the movable component moves relative to the first installation groove under the action of the reset structure and is hidden in the first installation groove;

[0010] Alternatively, when the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the movable component moves relative to the first mounting groove under the action of the reset structure and protrudes from or is flush with the first surface; when the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move closer to each other, the first folding mechanism and / or the second folding mechanism drive the movable component to move relative to the first mounting groove and be hidden in the first mounting groove.

[0011] As an optional implementation, in an embodiment of the present invention, the first mounting groove is provided with a through hole, the through hole penetrates to the second surface of the base, the second surface is arranged opposite to the first surface, the reset structure includes a locking member and an elastic member, one end of the locking member is passed through the through hole and connected to the movable member, the elastic member is sleeved on the locking member, and the two ends of the elastic member are respectively connected to the second surface and the other end of the locking member;

[0012] When the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the first folding mechanism and / or the second folding mechanism drive the movable component to move relative to the first mounting groove and protrude from or be flush with the first surface, the telescopic component undergoes elastic deformation and has an elastic force, and when the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move closer to each other, the movable component moves relative to the first mounting groove under the action of the elastic force and is hidden in the first mounting groove.

[0013] As an optional implementation, in an embodiment of the present invention, the base further includes a second mounting groove, the second mounting groove is connected to the first mounting groove, and the reset structure is accommodated in the second mounting groove.

[0014] As an optional implementation, in an embodiment of the present invention, the movable component includes a movable portion, a first transmission portion and a second transmission portion, the movable portion is movably arranged in the first mounting groove, and the first transmission portion and the second transmission portion are respectively arranged on both sides of the movable portion;

[0015] When the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism push the first transmission part and the second transmission part respectively to drive the movable component to move relative to the first installation groove and protrude from or be flush with the first surface.

[0016] As an optional implementation, in an embodiment of the present invention, the base includes a first shell and a second shell covered with the first shell, the first shell has the first surface, and the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism are rotatably connected between the first shell and the second shell.

[0017] As an optional implementation, in an embodiment of the present invention, the first mounting groove is further provided with a through groove, the through groove penetrates to a side of the first shell facing the second shell, and the through groove is used to realize the connection between the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism and the movable component.

[0018] As an optional implementation, in an embodiment of the present invention, the first folding mechanism includes a first rotating arm and a first connecting member, one end of the first rotating arm is rotatably connected to the base, and the first connecting member is connected to the other end of the first rotating arm, and the second folding mechanism includes a second rotating arm and a second connecting member, one end of the second rotating arm is rotatably connected to the base, and the second connecting member is connected to the other end of the second rotating arm;

[0019] Wherein, when the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the first connecting member and the second connecting member rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, and the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm push the movable component to move relative to the first mounting groove and protrude from or be flush with the first surface;

[0020] When the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm rotate relative to the base and approach each other, the first connecting member and the second connecting member rotate relative to the base and approach each other, and the movable component moves relative to the first installation groove and is hidden in the first installation groove under the action of the reset structure.

[0021] As an optional implementation, in an embodiment of the present invention, the first folding mechanism further includes a first connecting arm, one end of the first connecting arm is rotatably connected to the base, the other end of the first connecting arm is rotatably connected to the first connecting member, and the first connecting member is slidably connected to the other end of the first rotating arm, and the second folding mechanism further includes a second connecting arm, one end of the second connecting arm is rotatably connected to the base, the other end of the second connecting arm is rotatably connected to the second connecting member, and the second connecting member is slidably connected to the other end of the second rotating arm;

[0022] Wherein, when the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the first connecting member rotates relative to the base with the first rotating arm, and the first connecting member slides in a direction close to the base relative to the first rotating arm, the first connecting arm rotates relative to the base and the first connecting member, the second connecting member rotates relative to the base with the second rotating arm, and the second connecting member slides in a direction close to the base relative to the second rotating arm, the second connecting arm rotates relative to the base and the second connecting member, and the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm push the movable component to move relative to the first mounting groove and protrude from or be flush with the first surface;

[0023] When the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm rotate relative to the base and approach each other, the first connecting member rotates relative to the base with the first rotating arm, and the first connecting member slides relative to the first rotating arm in a direction away from the base, the first connecting arm rotates relative to the base and the first connecting member, the second connecting member rotates relative to the base with the second rotating arm, and the second connecting member slides relative to the second rotating arm in a direction away from the base, the second connecting arm rotates relative to the base and the second connecting member, and the movable component moves relative to the first mounting groove under the action of the reset structure and is hidden in the first mounting groove.

[0024] As an optional implementation, in an embodiment of the present invention, the rotation axis of the first rotating arm relative to the base and the rotation axis of the first connecting arm relative to the base are parallel to each other and do not overlap;

[0025] A rotation axis of the second rotating arm relative to the base and a rotation axis of the second connecting arm relative to the base are parallel to each other and do not overlap.

[0026] As an optional embodiment, in an embodiment of the present invention, the base is provided with a first arc-shaped groove and a second arc-shaped groove, the first arc-shaped groove and the second arc-shaped groove are both connected to the first mounting groove, one end of the first connecting arm is provided with an arc-shaped first bending part, the first bending part is cooperated with the first arc-shaped groove to make the first connecting arm rotatable relative to the base, and one end of the second connecting arm is provided with an arc-shaped second bending part, the second bending part is cooperated with the second arc-shaped groove to make the second connecting arm rotatable relative to the base.

[0027] As an optional implementation, in an embodiment of the present invention, the base includes a first shell and a second shell connected to the first shell, and the first shell or the second shell is provided with the first arc groove and the second arc groove;

[0028] Alternatively, one of the first shell and the second shell is provided with a first protrusion and a second protrusion, and the other of the two is provided with a first recessed portion and a second recessed portion. When the first shell is covered and connected with the second shell, the first arc-shaped groove is formed between the first protrusion and the first recessed portion, and the second arc-shaped groove is formed between the second protrusion and the second recessed portion.

[0029] As an optional implementation, in an embodiment of the present invention, when the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm rotate relative to the base and approach each other, an accommodating space is enclosed between the first connecting member, the base and the second connecting member; when the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, partial surfaces of the first connecting member, the base, the movable member and the second connecting member are flush to form a supporting plane.

[0030] In a second aspect, an embodiment of the present invention discloses a display screen assembly, including a flexible screen and the folding device of the first aspect, wherein the flexible screen includes a first non-bending portion, a bending portion, and a second non-bending portion connected in sequence, the first non-bending portion is connected to the first folding mechanism, and the second non-bending portion is connected to the second folding mechanism;

[0031] Wherein, when the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the bent portion is deformed to switch the flexible screen to an unfolded state, the movable component moves relative to the first mounting groove and is flush with or protrudes from the first surface, and the movable component is supported by the bent portion;

[0032] When the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and approach each other, the bending part is deformed to switch the flexible screen to a folded state, the movable component moves relative to the first mounting groove and is hidden in the first mounting groove, and a distance is formed between the movable component and the bending part.

[0033] In a third aspect, an embodiment of the present invention discloses a smart terminal device, comprising the display screen assembly of the second aspect.

[0034] Compared with the prior art, the embodiments of the present invention have at least the following beneficial effects:

[0035] In the embodiment of the present invention, the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism can be rotatably set through the base of the folding device, and the movable component can be movably set using the first movable groove of the base. When the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism are rotated relative to the base and move away from each other, the movable component can move relative to the first installation groove and protrude or be flush with the first surface. When the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism are rotated relative to the base and move closer to each other, the movable component can move relative to the first installation groove and be hidden in the first installation groove. Based on this, the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism are connected to the flexible screen, and the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism can drive the flexible screen to fold or unfold when they rotate relative to the base. For example, when the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate away from each other relative to the base, the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism can drive the flexible screen to unfold. At this time, the movable parts protruding or flush with the first surface can support the flexible screen, and when the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate close to each other relative to the base, the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism can drive the flexible screen to fold. At this time, the movable parts protruding or flush with the first surface can support the flexible screen. At this time, a distance is formed between the movable parts hidden in the first mounting groove and the flexible screen. In this way, the movable parts of the folding device will not squeeze the flexible screen when it is folded, thereby avoiding damage to the flexible screen. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0036] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the drawings required for use in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this technical field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative work.

[0037] Figure 1 is a structural schematic diagram of a folding device (in unfolded state) disclosed in Embodiment 1 of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 2 It is a structural schematic diagram of a folding device (folded state) disclosed in Embodiment 1 of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the folding device disclosed in the first embodiment of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 4 is a schematic structural diagram of a folding device (some components are omitted) disclosed in Embodiment 1 of the present invention;

[0041] Figure 5 A schematic structural diagram of the connection between the first connecting arm and the second connecting arm and the base disclosed in the first embodiment of the present invention;

[0042] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the decomposition structure;

[0043] Figure 7 is a structural schematic diagram of a display screen assembly disclosed in Embodiment 2 of the present invention;

[0044] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the intelligent terminal device (folded state) disclosed in Embodiment 3 of the present invention;

[0045] Fig. 9 It is a structural diagram of the intelligent terminal device (in unfolded state) disclosed in Embodiment 3 of the present invention.

[0046] Description of main reference numerals

[0047] 100, folding device; 10, base; 10a, first surface; 10b, first mounting groove; 10c, through hole; 10d, second surface; 10e, second mounting groove; 10f, through groove; 10g, first arc groove; 10h, second arc groove; 101, first shell; 101a, first protrusion; 101b, second protrusion; 102, second shell; 102a, first recess; 102b, second recess; 11, movable part; 111, movable part; 112, first transmission part; 113, second transmission part moving part; 12, first folding mechanism; 121, first rotating arm; 122, first connecting member; 123, first connecting arm; 123a, first bending member; 13, second folding mechanism; 131, second rotating arm; 132, second connecting member; 133, second connecting arm; 133a, second bending member; 14, reset structure; 141, locking member; 142, elastic member; 200, display screen assembly; 20, flexible screen; 20a, non-display surface; 300, smart terminal device; x, width direction; y, length direction. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0048] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0049] In the present invention, the directions or positional relationships indicated by the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "front", "back", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "middle", "vertical", "horizontal", "lateral", "longitudinal" and the like are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the drawings. These terms are mainly used to better describe the present invention and its embodiments, and are not used to limit the indicated devices, elements or components to have a specific direction, or to be constructed and operated in a specific direction.

[0050] In addition, some of the above terms may be used to express other meanings in addition to indicating orientation or positional relationship. For example, the term "on" may also be used to express a certain dependency or connection relationship in some cases. For those skilled in the art, the specific meanings of these terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0051] In addition, the terms "installed", "set", "provided with", "connected", and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral structure; it can be a mechanical connection, or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection, or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be an internal connection between two devices, elements, or components. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0052] In addition, the terms "first", "second", etc. are mainly used to distinguish different devices, elements or components (the specific types and structures may be the same or different), and are not used to indicate or imply the relative importance and quantity of the indicated devices, elements or components. Unless otherwise specified, "plurality" means two or more.

[0053] The present invention discloses a folding device, a display screen assembly and an intelligent terminal device. The folding device will not squeeze the flexible screen when folding, thereby avoiding damage to the flexible screen.

[0054] Embodiment 1

[0055] Please also read Figure 1 and Figure 2, is a structural schematic diagram of a folding device 100 provided in Embodiment 1 of the present invention, the folding device 100 includes a base 10, a movable component 11, a first folding mechanism 12 and a second folding mechanism 13, the first surface 10a of the base 10 is provided with a first mounting groove 10b, the movable component 11 is movably arranged in the first mounting groove 10b, the first folding mechanism 12 is rotatably connected to the base 10, and the second folding mechanism 13 is rotatably connected to the base 10.

[0056] Among them, Figure 1 As shown, when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate relative to the base 10 and move away from each other, the movable component 11 moves relative to the first mounting groove 10b and protrudes from or is flush with the first surface 10a, as shown in FIG. Figure 2 As shown, when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate relative to the base 10 and approach each other, the movable component 11 moves relative to the first installation groove 10b and is hidden in the first installation groove 10b.

[0057] In this embodiment, the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 can be rotatably set through the base 10 of the folding device 100, and the movable component 11 can be movably set by using the first movable groove of the base 10. When the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 are rotated relative to the base 10 and move away from each other, the movable component 11 can move relative to the first installation groove 10b and protrude or be flush with the first surface 10a. When the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 are rotated relative to the base 10 and move closer to each other, the movable component 11 can move relative to the first installation groove 10b and be hidden in the first installation groove 10b. Based on this, the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 are connected to the flexible screen, and the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 can drive the flexible screen to fold or unfold when they rotate relative to the base 10. For example, when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate away from each other relative to the base 10, the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 can drive the flexible screen to unfold. At this time, the movable part 11 protruding or flush with the first surface 10a can support the flexible screen, and when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate close to each other relative to the base 10, the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 can drive the flexible screen to fold. At this time, the movable part 11 protruding or flush with the first surface 10a can support the flexible screen. At this time, a distance is formed between the movable part 11 hidden in the first mounting groove 10b and the flexible screen. In this way, the movable part 11 will not squeeze the flexible screen when the folding device 100 is folded, thereby avoiding damage to the flexible screen.

[0058] In some embodiments, Figure 3As shown, the folding device 100 further includes a reset structure 14, which is connected to the base 10 and the movable component 11, and is used to provide a force to reset the movable component 11. In this way, the reset structure 14 is used to reset the movable component 11, so that the movable component 11 can be automatically reset to a state of being hidden in the first receiving groove, or protruding from or flush with the first surface 10a. The folding device 100 has a high degree of automation and a low degree of operation difficulty.

[0059] As an optional embodiment, when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate relative to the base 10 and move away from each other, the movable part 11 moves relative to the first mounting groove 10b under the action of the reset structure 14 and protrudes out of or is flush with the first surface 10a. When the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate relative to the base 10 and move closer to each other, the first folding mechanism 12 and / or the second folding mechanism 13 drive the movable part 11 to move relative to the first mounting groove 10b and be hidden in the first mounting groove 10b. In this way, when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate relative to the base 10 and approach each other, the first folding mechanism 12 and / or the second folding mechanism 13 apply a force to the movable part 11, and when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate relative to the base 10 and move away from each other, the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 have no force on the movable part 11. At this time, the movable part 11 is not restricted by the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13, and the reset structure 14 can act on the movable part 11 to reset the movable part 11 and protrude or be flush with the first surface 10a.

[0060] As another optional embodiment, when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate away from each other relative to the base 10, the first folding mechanism 12 and / or the second folding mechanism 13 drive the movable part 11 to move relative to the base 10 and protrude or be flush with the first surface 10a, and when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate toward each other relative to the base 10, the movable part 11 moves relative to the first installation groove 10b and is hidden in the first installation groove 10b under the action of the reset structure 14. In this way, when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate away from each other relative to the base 10, the first folding mechanism 12 and / or the second folding mechanism 13 exert a force on the movable part 11, and when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate toward each other relative to the base 10, the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 have no force on the movable part 11, at this time, the movable part 11 is not restricted by the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13, and the reset structure 14 can act on the movable part 11 to reset the movable part 11 and hide it in the first installation groove 10b.

[0061] Thus, this embodiment provides a variety of reset modes for the reset structure 14, which can be selected according to actual conditions, and this embodiment does not specifically limit this. Specifically, this embodiment takes the reset structure 14 used to reset the movable component 11 and hidden in the first installation groove 10b as an example for explanation.

[0062] In some embodiments, Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the first mounting groove 10b is provided with a through hole 10c, and the through hole 10c penetrates to the second surface 10d of the base 10, and the second surface 10d is arranged opposite to the first surface 10a. The reset structure 14 includes a locking member 141 and an elastic member 142. One end of the locking member 141 is inserted into the through hole 10c and connected to the movable component 11, and the elastic member 142 is sleeved on the locking member 141. The two ends of the elastic member 142 are respectively connected to the second surface 10d and the other end of the locking member 141. The first folding mechanism 12 and When the second folding mechanism 13 rotates relative to the base 10 and moves away from each other, the first folding mechanism 12 and / or the second folding mechanism 13 drives the movable part 11 to move relative to the first mounting groove 10b and protrude or be flush with the first surface 10a, and the telescopic part undergoes elastic deformation and has an elastic force. When the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate relative to the base 10 and move closer to each other, the movable part 11 moves relative to the first mounting groove 10b under the action of the elastic force and is hidden in the first mounting groove 10b. In this way, when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate relative to the base 10 and move away from each other, the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 apply a force to the movable part 11 so that the movable part 11 moves relative to the base 10 and protrudes out of or is flush with the first surface 10a. At this time, the locking member 141 approaches the second surface 10d with the movable part 11, and the locking member 141 and the second surface 10d jointly compress the elastic member 142. The elastic member 142 is compressed and has an elastic force, which is balanced with the force applied to the movable part 11 by the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13. When the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate relative to the base 10 and approach each other, the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 have no force on the movable part 11. At this time, the balance between the elastic force and the force applied by the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 to the movable part 11 is broken, and the elastic force can act on the locking member 141 and the second surface 10d, so that the locking member 141 is away from the second surface 10d, so as to drive the movable part 11 to move relative to the first installation groove 10b and be hidden in the first installation groove 10b.

[0063] Optionally, the base 10 further includes a second mounting groove 10e, the second mounting groove 10e is connected to the first mounting groove 10b, and the reset structure 14 is accommodated in the second mounting groove 10e. In this way, on the one hand, by accommodating the reset structure 14 in the second mounting groove 10e, the space occupied by the reset structure 14 can be reduced, and the miniaturized design of the folding device 100 can be maintained. On the other hand, by using the second mounting groove 10e to be connected to the first mounting groove 10b, the reset structure 14 can provide a force to act on the movable component 11 to achieve the reset of the movable component 11.

[0064] For example, Figure 3 As shown, the movable component 11 includes a movable part 111, a first transmission part 112 and a second transmission part 113. The movable part 111 can be movably arranged in the first installation groove 10b, and the first transmission part 112 and the second transmission part 113 are respectively arranged on both sides of the movable part 111. When the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate relative to the base 10 and move away from each other, the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 respectively push the first transmission part 112 and the second transmission part 113 to drive the movable part 11 to move relative to the first installation groove 10b and protrude or be flush with the first surface 10a. In this way, on the one hand, the movable part 111 can be movably arranged in the first installation groove 10b. When the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 respectively push the first transmission part 112 and the second transmission part 113, the first transmission part 112 and the second transmission part 113 can drive the movable part 111 to move relative to the first installation groove 10b, so that the movable part 11 protrudes or is flush with the first surface 10a. On the other hand, by pushing the first transmission part 112 and the second transmission part 113 located on both sides of the movable part 111, the movable component 11 is evenly stressed as a whole, and its movement relative to the first installation groove 10b is more stable and reliable.

[0065] In some embodiments, the base 10 includes a first shell 101 and a second shell 102 that is covered and connected with the first shell 101, the first shell 101 has a first surface 10a, and the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 are rotatably connected between the first shell 101 and the second shell 102. In this way, on the one hand, the first installation groove 10b is provided by the first shell 101 to realize the movable connection between the movable component 11 and the base 10. On the other hand, the base 10 adopts the method of covering and connecting the first shell 101 and the second shell 102, which facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13. Specifically, by separating the first shell 101 and the second shell 102, it is convenient to install or remove the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 between the first shell 101 and the second shell 102.

[0066] Exemplarily, the first mounting groove 10b is further provided with a through groove 10f, which penetrates to a side of the first housing 101 facing the second housing 102, and the through groove 10f is used to realize the communication between the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 and the movable part 11. In this way, the first folding mechanism 12 and the movable part 11, and the second folding mechanism 13 and the movable part 11 are connected through the through groove 10f, and when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate relative to the base 10 to move away from or approach each other, the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 can drive the movable part 11 to move relative to the first mounting groove 10b and be hidden in the first mounting groove 10b, or protrude from or be flush with the first surface 10a.

[0067] In some embodiments, Figure 4As shown, the first folding mechanism 12 includes a first rotating arm 121 and a first connecting member 122, one end of the first rotating arm 121 is rotatably connected to the base 10, and the first connecting member 122 is connected to the other end of the first rotating arm 121. The second folding mechanism 13 includes a second rotating arm 131 and a second connecting member 132, one end of the second rotating arm 131 is rotatably connected to the base 10, and the second connecting member 132 is connected to the other end of the second rotating arm 131. When the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 rotate away from each other relative to the base 10, the first connecting member 132 is connected to the other end of the second rotating arm 131. The connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 rotate relative to the base 10 and move away from each other, and the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 push the movable part 11 to move relative to the first mounting groove 10b and protrude or be flush with the first surface 10a. When the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 rotate relative to the base 10 and move closer to each other, the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 rotate relative to the base 10 and move closer to each other, and the movable part 11 moves relative to the first mounting groove 10b and is hidden in the first mounting groove 10b under the action of the reset structure 14. In this way, when the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 rotate relative to the base 10 and move away from each other, the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 rotate relative to the base 10 and move away from each other. At this time, the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 push the movable part 11 to move relative to the first mounting groove 10b and protrude or be flush with the first surface 10a. When the folding device 100 is applied to the unfolding of the flexible screen, the movable part 11 can support the flexible screen. When the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 rotate relative to the base 10 and approach each other, the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 rotate relative to the base 10 and approach each other. At this time, the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 have no force on the movable part 11, and the movable part 11 is not restricted by the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131. The reset structure 14 can act on the movable part 11 to reset the movable part 11 and hide it in the first mounting groove 10b. When the folding device 100 is used for folding the flexible screen, the movable part 11 can form a distance between the flexible screen. In this way, the movable part 11 will not squeeze the flexible screen when the folding device 100 is folded, thereby avoiding damage to the flexible screen.

[0068] Exemplarily, the first folding mechanism 12 also includes a first connecting arm 123, one end of the first connecting arm 123 is rotatably connected to the base 10, the other end of the first connecting arm 123 is rotatably connected to the first connecting member 122, and the first connecting member 122 is slidably connected to the other end of the first rotating arm 121. The second folding mechanism 13 also includes a second connecting arm 133, one end of the second connecting arm 133 is rotatably connected to the base 10, the other end of the second connecting arm 133 is rotatably connected to the second connecting member 132, and the second connecting member 132 is slidably connected to the other end of the second rotating arm 131. When the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 rotate relative to the base 10 and move away from each other, the first connecting member 122 rotates relative to the base 10 with the first rotating arm 121, and the first connecting member 122 slides relative to the first rotating arm 121 in a direction close to the base 10, the first connecting arm 123 rotates relative to the base 10 and the first connecting member 122, the second connecting member 132 rotates relative to the base 10 with the second rotating arm 131, and the second connecting member 132 slides relative to the first rotating arm 121. The second rotating arm 131 slides in the direction approaching the base 10, the second connecting arm 133 rotates relative to the base 10 and the second connecting member 132, and the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 push the movable component 11 to move relative to the first mounting groove 10b and protrude or be flush with the first surface 10a. When the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 rotate relative to the base 10 and approach each other, the first connecting member 122 rotates relative to the base 10 with the first rotating arm 121, and the first connecting member 122 slides in the direction away from the base 10 relative to the first rotating arm 121, the first connecting arm 123 rotates relative to the base 10 and the first connecting member 122, the second connecting member 132 rotates relative to the base 10 with the second rotating arm 131, and the second connecting member 132 slides in the direction away from the base 10 relative to the second rotating arm 131, the second connecting arm 133 rotates relative to the base 10 and the second connecting member 132, and the movable component 11 moves relative to the first mounting groove 10b under the action of the reset structure 14 and is hidden in the first mounting groove 10b.

[0069] In this embodiment, the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 rotate relative to the base 10 to approach each other, so that the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 rotate relative to the base 10, and at the same time, the first connecting arm 123 is used to rotate and connect to the first connecting member 122 and the base 10, and the second connecting arm 133 is used to rotate and connect to the second connecting member 132 and the base 10. In this way, when the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 rotate relative to the base 10, the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 slide relative to the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 respectively, and the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 both slide in the direction away from the base 10, thereby utilizing the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 to rotate relative to the base 10. The flexible screen is connected, the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 can drive the flexible screen to achieve folding of the flexible screen, and in the process of folding, the distance between the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 and the base 10 increases, that is, the folding device 100 can be extended to avoid the folding device 100 applying pressure to the flexible screen and causing damage to the flexible screen when driving the flexible screen to achieve folding of the flexible screen, and the movable part 11 moves relative to the first mounting groove 10b under the action of the reset structure 14 and is hidden in the first mounting groove 10b, and the movable part 11 can form a distance between the flexible screen, so that the movable part 11 will not squeeze the flexible screen when the folding device 100 is folded, thereby avoiding damage to the flexible screen. When the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 rotate relative to the base 10 and move away from each other, the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 rotate relative to the base 10, and under the action of the first connecting arm 123 and the second connecting arm 133, the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 slide relative to the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 respectively, and the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 both slide in the direction away from the base 10, thereby utilizing the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 to be connected to the flexible screen, and the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 are connected to the flexible screen. The connecting member 132 can drive the flexible screen to achieve unfolding of the flexible screen, and during the unfolding process, the distance between the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 and the base 10 is reduced, that is, the folding device 100 can be shortened to avoid the folding device 100 applying a pulling force to the flexible screen and causing damage to the flexible screen when driving the flexible screen to achieve unfolding. The first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 push the movable component 11 to move relative to the first mounting groove 10b and protrude or be flush with the first surface 10a, and the movable component 11 can support the flexible screen.

[0070] Optionally, the rotation axis of the first rotating arm 121 relative to the base 10 and the rotation axis of the first connecting arm 123 relative to the base 10 are parallel to each other and do not overlap, and the rotation axis of the second rotating arm 131 relative to the base 10 and the rotation axis of the second connecting arm 133 relative to the base 10 are parallel to each other and do not overlap. In this way, taking the first rotating arm 121 and the first connecting arm 123 as an example, when the first rotating arm 121 rotates relative to the base 10, the first connecting member 122 rotates relative to the base 10, and the first connecting arm 123 rotates relative to the base 10 at the same time. At this time, since the rotation axis of the first rotating arm 121 relative to the base 10 and the rotation axis of the first connecting arm 123 relative to the base 10 are parallel to each other and do not overlap, that is, the rotation centers do not overlap, the first rotating arm 121 and the first connecting arm 123 form a displacement difference when rotating, and the distance between the first connecting member 122 and the base 10 will change, so that when the first connecting member 122 rotates relative to the base 10, the first connecting member 122 slides relative to the first rotating arm 121. The second rotating arm 131 and the second rotating arm 131 can also utilize the displacement difference formed during the rotation, so that the second connecting member 132 rotates relative to the base 10 while the second connecting member 132 slides relative to the second rotating arm 131, which will not be repeated again.

[0071] In some embodiments, Figure 5As shown, the base 10 is provided with a first arc groove 10g and a second arc groove 10h, and the first arc groove 10g and the second arc groove 10h are both connected to the first installation groove 10b, and one end of the first connecting arm 123 is provided with an arc-shaped first bending member 123a, and the first bending member 123a is matched and connected with the first arc groove 10g so that the first connecting arm 123 can rotate relative to the base 10, and one end of the second connecting arm 133 is provided with an arc-shaped second bending member 133a, and the second bending member 133a is matched and connected with the second arc groove 10h so that the second connecting arm 133 can rotate relative to the base 10. Considering that when the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 rotate, both ends of the first connecting arm 123 and the second connecting arm 133 rotate, and a more flexible movement can be performed relative to the base 10 by rotating the two ends at a smaller angle, the first connecting arm 123 rotates at a smaller angle relative to the base 10, and the second connecting arm 133 rotates at a smaller angle relative to the base 10. Therefore, this embodiment adopts the method of using the first bending piece 123a and the first arc groove 10g to cooperate and connect to realize the rotation of the first connecting arm 123 relative to the base 10. While satisfying the smaller rotation angle of the first connecting arm 123 relative to the base 10, it can reduce the space occupied by the connection structure for realizing the rotational connection between the first connecting arm 123 and the base 10. The second bending piece 133a and the second arc groove 10hb are used to cooperate and connect to realize the rotation of the second connecting arm 133 relative to the base 10. While satisfying the smaller rotation angle of the second connecting arm 133 relative to the base 10, it can reduce the space occupied by the connection structure for realizing the rotational connection between the second connecting arm 133 and the base 10, which is conducive to the miniaturized design of the folding device 100.

[0072] Furthermore, the first arc groove 10g and the second arc groove 10h are both connected to the first mounting groove 10b, so that the first folding mechanism 12 and the movable part 11 are connected, and the second folding mechanism 13 and the movable part 11 are connected. When the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate relative to the base 10 to move away from or approach each other, the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 can drive the movable part 11 to move relative to the first mounting groove 10b and be hidden in the first mounting groove 10b, or protrude from or be flush with the first surface 10a.

[0073] As an optional embodiment, the first shell 101 or the second shell 102 is provided with a first arc groove 10g and a second arc groove 10h. In this way, the first arc groove 10g and the second arc groove 10h are formed in the first shell 101, and only the first shell 101 needs to be processed, which can reduce the processing steps and simplify the production difficulty.

[0074] As another optional implementation, Figure 6As shown, one of the first shell 101 and the second shell 102 is provided with a first protrusion 101a and a second protrusion 101b, and the other is provided with a first recessed portion 102a and a second recessed portion 102b. When the first shell 101 and the second shell 102 are covered and connected, a first arc groove 10g is formed between the first protrusion 101a and the first recessed portion 102a, and a second arc groove 10h is formed between the second protrusion 101b and the second recessed portion 102b. In this way, when assembling the folding device 100, the first bending piece 123a of the first connecting arm 123 can be placed between the first protruding portion 101a and the first recessed portion 102a, and the second bending piece 133a of the second connecting arm 133 can be placed between the second protruding portion 101b and the second recessed portion 102b, and the first shell 101 and the second shell 102 can be covered and connected, so that the first bending piece 123a and the second bending piece 133a are respectively connected with the first arc groove 10g and the second arc groove 10h, and the assembly difficulty is relatively low. When disassembling the folding device 100, the first shell 101 and the second shell 102 can be detached, and at this time, the first bending piece 123a and the second bending piece 133a can be separated from the first arc groove 10g and the second arc groove 10h, respectively, and the disassembly difficulty is relatively low.

[0075] In some embodiments, when the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 rotate relative to the base 10 and approach each other, a storage space is enclosed between the first connecting member 122, the base 10 and the second connecting member 132. When the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 rotate relative to the base 10 and move away from each other, the partial surfaces of the first connecting member 122, the base 10, the movable component 11 and the second connecting member 132 are flush to form a support plane. In this way, when the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 rotate relative to the base 10 and approach each other, the flexible screen is connected by the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132, and the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 can drive the flexible screen to fold. At this time, the flexible screen in the folded state is located in the storage space, and the flexible screen can be accommodated and protected. When the first rotating arm 121 and the second rotating arm 131 rotate away from each other relative to the base 10, the flexible screen is connected by the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132, and the first connecting member 122 and the second connecting member 132 can drive the flexible screen to unfold. At this time, the unfolded flexible screen is carried on the supporting plane, and the flatness of the flexible screen can be maintained. Specifically, the accommodating space is roughly U-shaped, which can be adapted to the folded flexible screen.

[0076] Embodiment 1 of the present invention provides a folding device 100, through the base 10 of the folding device 100, a first folding mechanism 12 and a second folding mechanism 13 can be rotatably set, and a movable component 11 can be movably set by using the first movable groove of the base 10. When the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate away from each other relative to the base 10, the movable component 11 can move relative to the first installation groove 10b and protrude or be flush with the first surface 10a, and when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate relative to the base 10 and approach each other, the movable component 11 can move relative to the first installation groove 10b and be hidden in the first installation groove 10b. Based on this, the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 are connected to the flexible screen, and the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 can drive the flexible screen to fold or unfold when they rotate relative to the base 10. For example, when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate away from each other relative to the base 10, the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 can drive the flexible screen to unfold. At this time, the movable part 11 protruding or flush with the first surface 10a can support the flexible screen, and when the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate close to each other relative to the base 10, the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 can drive the flexible screen to fold. At this time, the movable part 11 protruding or flush with the first surface 10a can support the flexible screen. At this time, a distance is formed between the movable part 11 hidden in the first mounting groove 10b and the flexible screen. In this way, the movable part 11 will not squeeze the flexible screen when the folding device 100 is folded, thereby avoiding damage to the flexible screen.

[0077] Embodiment 2

[0078] See also Figure 7 , is a schematic structural diagram of a display screen assembly 200 provided in Embodiment 2 of the present invention, comprising a flexible screen 20 and the folding device 100 of Embodiment 1, wherein the flexible screen 20 comprises a first non-bending portion 21, a bending portion 22 and a second non-bending portion 23 connected in sequence, wherein the first non-bending portion 21 is connected to the first folding mechanism 12, and the second non-bending portion 23 is connected to the second folding mechanism 13;

[0079] When the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate relative to the base 10 and move away from each other, the bent portion 22 is deformed to switch the flexible screen 20 to the unfolded state, and the movable component 11 moves relative to the first mounting groove 10b and is flush with or protrudes from the first surface 10a, and the movable component 11 is supported by the bent portion 22;

[0080] When the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 rotate relative to the base 10 and approach each other, the bending part 22 is deformed to switch the flexible screen 20 to a folded state, and the movable component 11 moves relative to the first mounting groove 10b and is hidden in the first mounting groove 10b, and a distance is formed between the movable component 11 and the bending part 22.

[0081] In this embodiment, the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 are respectively connected to the first non-bending portion 21 and the second non-bending portion 23. When the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 drive the first non-bending portion 21 and the second non-bending portion 23 to approach each other, the flexible screen 20 can be folded, that is, switched to the folded state. At this time, the movable component 11 moves relative to the first mounting groove 10b and is hidden in the first mounting groove 10b, and a gap is formed between the movable component 11 and the bending portion 22. In this way, the movable component 11 will not squeeze the flexible screen 20 when the folding device 100 is folded, thereby avoiding damage to the flexible screen 20. When the first folding mechanism 12 and the second folding mechanism 13 drive the first non-bending portion 21 and the second non-bending portion 23 to move away from each other, the flexible screen 20 can be unfolded, that is, switched to the unfolded state. At this time, the movable component 11 moves relative to the first mounting groove 10b and is flush with or protrudes from the first surface 10a, and the movable component 11 is supported on the bending portion 22.

[0082] Embodiment 2 of the present invention provides a display screen assembly 200 , in which the folding device 100 will not squeeze the flexible screen 20 when folding, thereby avoiding damage to the flexible screen 20 .

[0083] Embodiment 3

[0084] Please also read Figure 8 and Fig. 9 , is a structural diagram of a smart terminal device 300 provided in Embodiment 3 of the present invention, including the display screen assembly 200 of Embodiment 2.

[0085] in, Figure 8 The folding device of the display screen assembly 200 and the flexible screen are shown in the folded state. Fig. 9 The folding device of the display screen assembly 200 and the unfolded state of the flexible screen are shown.

[0086] Exemplarily, the smart terminal device 300 may be a tablet computer, a mobile phone, a smart watch, a laptop computer, etc., which is not specifically limited in this embodiment.

[0087] The folding and unfolding of the flexible screen can be achieved through the folding device, which can meet the different needs of users for using the smart terminal device 300. For example, when the flexible screen is in the folded state, the smart terminal device 300 occupies less space, which is convenient for carrying, storing and transporting the smart terminal device 300. When the flexible screen is in the unfolded state, it can provide a larger display area, which is convenient for users to operate the flexible screen and view the content displayed on the flexible screen.

[0088] Embodiment 3 of the present invention provides a smart terminal device 300, in which the folding device will not squeeze the flexible screen when folding, thereby avoiding damage to the flexible screen.

[0089] The above is a detailed introduction to a folding device, a display screen assembly and a smart terminal device disclosed in the embodiments of the present invention. This article uses individual examples to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of the present invention. The description of the above embodiments is only used to help understand the folding device, the display screen assembly and the smart terminal device of the present invention and their core ideas; at the same time, for those skilled in the art, according to the ideas of the present invention, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scopes. In summary, the content of this specification should not be understood as a limitation on the present invention.

Claims

1. A folding device, characterized in that: include: A base, wherein a first surface of the base is provided with a first mounting groove; A movable component, wherein the movable component can be movably arranged in the first mounting groove; a first folding mechanism, the first folding mechanism being rotatably connected to the base; as well as a second folding mechanism, the second folding mechanism being rotatably connected to the base; Wherein, when the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the movable component moves relative to the first installation groove and protrudes from or is flush with the first surface; When the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and approach each other, the movable component moves relative to the first installation groove and is hidden in the first installation groove.

2. The folding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The folding device further comprises a reset structure, the reset structure being connected to the base and the movable component, and the reset structure being used to provide a force to reset the movable component; When the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the first folding mechanism and / or the second folding mechanism drive the movable component to move relative to the base and protrude from or be flush with the first surface; when the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move closer to each other, the movable component moves relative to the first installation groove under the action of the reset structure and is hidden in the first installation groove; Alternatively, when the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the movable component moves relative to the first mounting groove under the action of the reset structure and protrudes from or is flush with the first surface; when the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move closer to each other, the first folding mechanism and / or the second folding mechanism drive the movable component to move relative to the first mounting groove and be hidden in the first mounting groove.

3. The folding device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first mounting groove is provided with a through hole, the through hole penetrates to the second surface of the base, the second surface is arranged opposite to the first surface, the reset structure comprises a locking member and an elastic member, one end of the locking member is passed through the through hole and connected to the movable member, the elastic member is sleeved on the locking member, and the two ends of the elastic member are respectively connected to the second surface and the other end of the locking member; When the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the first folding mechanism and / or the second folding mechanism drive the movable component to move relative to the first mounting groove and protrude from or be flush with the first surface, the telescopic component undergoes elastic deformation and has an elastic force, and when the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move closer to each other, the movable component moves relative to the first mounting groove under the action of the elastic force and is hidden in the first mounting groove.

4. The folding device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The base further includes a second mounting groove, the second mounting groove is connected to the first mounting groove, and the reset structure is accommodated in the second mounting groove.

5. The folding device according to any one of claims 2 to 4, characterized in that: The movable component comprises a movable part, a first transmission part and a second transmission part, the movable part is movably arranged in the first mounting groove, and the first transmission part and the second transmission part are respectively arranged on both sides of the movable part; When the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism push the first transmission part and the second transmission part respectively to drive the movable component to move relative to the first installation groove and protrude from or be flush with the first surface.

6. The folding device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The base includes a first shell and a second shell connected to the first shell in a cover manner. The first shell has the first surface. The first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism are rotatably connected between the first shell and the second shell.

7. The folding device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first mounting groove is further provided with a through groove, and the through groove penetrates to a side of the first shell facing the second shell, and the through groove is used to achieve the communication between the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism and the movable component.

8. The folding device according to any one of claims 2 to 5, characterized in that: The first folding mechanism comprises a first rotating arm and a first connecting member, one end of the first rotating arm is rotatably connected to the base, and the first connecting member is connected to the other end of the first rotating arm; the second folding mechanism comprises a second rotating arm and a second connecting member, one end of the second rotating arm is rotatably connected to the base, and the second connecting member is connected to the other end of the second rotating arm; Wherein, when the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the first connecting member and the second connecting member rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, and the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm push the movable component to move relative to the first mounting groove and protrude from or be flush with the first surface; When the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm rotate relative to the base and approach each other, the first connecting member and the second connecting member rotate relative to the base and approach each other, and the movable component moves relative to the first installation groove and is hidden in the first installation groove under the action of the reset structure.

9. The folding device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The first folding mechanism further includes a first connecting arm, one end of which is rotatably connected to the base, the other end of which is rotatably connected to the first connecting member, and the first connecting member is slidably connected to the other end of the first rotating arm; the second folding mechanism further includes a second connecting arm, one end of which is rotatably connected to the base, the other end of which is rotatably connected to the second connecting member, and the second connecting member is slidably connected to the other end of the second rotating arm; Wherein, when the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the first connecting member rotates relative to the base with the first rotating arm, and the first connecting member slides in a direction close to the base relative to the first rotating arm, the first connecting arm rotates relative to the base and the first connecting member, the second connecting member rotates relative to the base with the second rotating arm, and the second connecting member slides in a direction close to the base relative to the second rotating arm, the second connecting arm rotates relative to the base and the second connecting member, and the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm push the movable component to move relative to the first mounting groove and protrude from or be flush with the first surface; When the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm rotate relative to the base and approach each other, the first connecting member rotates relative to the base with the first rotating arm, and the first connecting member slides relative to the first rotating arm in a direction away from the base, the first connecting arm rotates relative to the base and the first connecting member, the second connecting member rotates relative to the base with the second rotating arm, and the second connecting member slides relative to the second rotating arm in a direction away from the base, the second connecting arm rotates relative to the base and the second connecting member, and the movable component moves relative to the first mounting groove under the action of the reset structure and is hidden in the first mounting groove.

10. The folding device according to claim 9, characterized in that: The rotation axis of the first rotating arm relative to the base and the rotation axis of the first connecting arm relative to the base are parallel to each other and do not overlap; A rotation axis of the second rotating arm relative to the base and a rotation axis of the second connecting arm relative to the base are parallel to each other and do not overlap.

11. The folding device according to claim 10, characterized in that: The base is provided with a first arc-shaped groove and a second arc-shaped groove, both of which are connected to the first mounting groove, one end of the first connecting arm is provided with an arc-shaped first bending piece, the first bending piece is cooperated and connected with the first arc-shaped groove so that the first connecting arm can rotate relative to the base, and one end of the second connecting arm is provided with an arc-shaped second bending piece, the second bending piece is cooperated and connected with the second arc-shaped groove so that the second connecting arm can rotate relative to the base.

12. The folding device according to claim 11, characterized in that: The base comprises a first shell and a second shell which is cover-connected with the first shell, and the first shell or the second shell is provided with the first arc groove and the second arc groove; Alternatively, one of the first shell and the second shell is provided with a first protrusion and a second protrusion, and the other of the two is provided with a first recessed portion and a second recessed portion. When the first shell is covered and connected with the second shell, the first arc-shaped groove is formed between the first protrusion and the first recessed portion, and the second arc-shaped groove is formed between the second protrusion and the second recessed portion.

13. The folding device according to claim 8, characterized in that: When the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm rotate relative to the base and approach each other, an accommodating space is enclosed between the first connecting member, the base and the second connecting member; when the first rotating arm and the second rotating arm rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, partial surfaces of the first connecting member, the base, the movable member and the second connecting member are flush to form a supporting plane.

14. A display screen assembly, characterized in that: A flexible screen and a folding device according to any one of claims 1 to 13, wherein the flexible screen comprises a first non-bending portion, a bending portion and a second non-bending portion connected in sequence, the first non-bending portion is connected to the first folding mechanism, and the second non-bending portion is connected to the second folding mechanism; Wherein, when the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and move away from each other, the bent portion is deformed to switch the flexible screen to an unfolded state, the movable component moves relative to the first mounting groove and is flush with or protrudes from the first surface, and the movable component is supported by the bent portion; When the first folding mechanism and the second folding mechanism rotate relative to the base and approach each other, the bending part is deformed to switch the flexible screen to a folded state, the movable component moves relative to the first mounting groove and is hidden in the first mounting groove, and a distance is formed between the movable component and the bending part.

15. An intelligent terminal device, characterized in that: Comprising the display screen assembly as claimed in claim 14.

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