Electronic device including structure for supporting display

Abstract

An electronic device according to one embodiment includes: a first cover; a second cover movable relative to the first cover; and a display including a first region and a second region extending from the first region, in which: a first position having a minimum radius of curvature in the second region is located between a second position of the second region in which the radius of curvature is smaller than the radius of curvature in the first region and a third position of the second region in which the radius of curvature is smaller than the radius of curvature in the second region; a third position in which a direction of a virtual plane orientation tangent to a second region bent to have a curvature in the first cover corresponds to a direction of the first region orientation, and a third position in which the direction of the virtual plane orientation is perpendicular to the direction of the first region orientation; and the direction of the virtual plane orientation tangent to the first position is inclined relative to the direction of the first region orientation to be within a reference angular range.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to an electronic device including a structure for supporting a display. Background Art

[0002] In order to make it easy for a user to carry an electronic device, the electronic device may be miniaturized. Despite the miniaturization of electronic devices, there is an increasing demand for electronic devices in which the size of a display for displaying content can be changed so that various contents can be provided to the user through the electronic device. For example, the electronic device may include a flexible display in which the size of the display exposed to the outside of the electronic device can be changed.

[0003] The above information may be provided as related art for the purpose of assisting understanding of the present disclosure. No claim or determination is made as to whether any of the above information may be applicable as prior art related to the present disclosure. Summary of the invention

[0004] The electronic device according to the embodiment may include a first cover. According to the embodiment, the electronic device may include a second cover, which is movable in a first direction or a second direction opposite to the first direction relative to the first cover. According to the embodiment, the electronic device may include a display, which includes a first area exposed to the outside of the first cover independently of the movement of the second cover in the first direction and the movement of the second cover in the second direction and a second area extending from the first area, wherein the second area is exposed to the outside of the first cover as the second cover moves in the first direction, or the second area is rolled into the inside of the first cover as the second cover moves in the second direction. According to the embodiment, the first position having the smallest radius of curvature in the second area may be located between the second position of the second area and the third position of the second area, in which the direction facing the virtual surface tangent to the second area bent to have a curvature in the first cover corresponds to the direction facing the first area, and in the third position, the direction facing the virtual surface is perpendicular to the direction facing the first area. According to the embodiment, the direction facing the virtual surface tangent to the first position may be tilted within a reference angle range relative to the direction facing the first area.

[0005] The electronic device according to the embodiment may include a first cover. According to the embodiment, the electronic device may include a second cover, the second cover is at least partially surrounded by the first cover, and is slidable relative to the first cover in a first direction or a second direction opposite to the first direction. According to the embodiment, the electronic device may include a display, the display including a first area in contact with a surface of the second cover and a second area extending from the first area, wherein as the second cover moves in the first direction, the second area is exposed to the outside of the second cover, or as the second cover moves in the second direction, the second area is covered by the first cover. According to the embodiment, the first position having the minimum radius of curvature in the second area may be located between the second position of the second area and the third position of the second area, in which the direction facing the virtual surface tangent to the second area bent to have a curvature in the first cover corresponds to the direction facing the first area, and in the third position, the direction facing the virtual surface is perpendicular to the direction facing the first area. According to the embodiment, the direction facing the virtual surface tangent to the first position may be inclined within a reference angle range relative to the direction facing the first area. According to the embodiment, the minimum radius of curvature may be less than half the height of the inner side surface of the first cover perpendicular to the direction facing the first area. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0006] Figure 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to various embodiments.

[0007] Figure 2a is a top plan view of an exemplary electronic device in a first state.

[0008] Figure 2b is a bottom view of an exemplary electronic device in a first state.

[0009] Figure 2c is a top plan view of an exemplary electronic device in a second state.

[0010] Figure 2d is a bottom view of an exemplary electronic device in a second state.

[0011] Figure 3a and Figure 3b is an exploded perspective view of an exemplary electronic device.

[0012] Figure 4a is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary electronic device in a first state.

[0013] Figure 4b is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary electronic device in a second state.

[0014] Figure 5a is a perspective view of an exemplary electronic device in a second state.

[0015] Figure 5b is a diagram showing an exemplary electronic device according to an embodiment Figure 5a A cross-sectional view of the example cut along line CC'.

[0016] Figure 6 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of cutting an exemplary electronic device according to an embodiment.

[0017] Figure 7a is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of cutting an exemplary electronic device according to an embodiment.

[0018] Figure 7b is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of cutting an exemplary electronic device according to an embodiment.

[0019] Figure 8a , Figure 8b , Figure 8c and Figure 8d is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of cutting an exemplary electronic device according to an embodiment.

[0020] Figure 9a , Figure 9b and Fig.9c is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of cutting an exemplary electronic device according to an embodiment.

[0021] Fig.10 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of cutting an exemplary electronic device according to an embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] Figure 1 1 is a block diagram illustrating an electronic device 101 in a network environment 100 according to various embodiments. Figure 1, the electronic device 101 in the network environment 100 may communicate with the electronic device 102 via the first network 198 (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or communicate with at least one of the electronic device 104 or the server 108 via the second network 199 (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to an embodiment, the electronic device 101 may communicate with the electronic device 104 via the server 108. According to an embodiment, the electronic device 101 may include a processor 120, a memory 130, an input module 150, a sound output module 155, a display module 160, an audio module 170, a sensor module 176, an interface 177, a connection terminal 178, a haptic module 179, a camera module 180, a power management module 188, a battery 189, a communication module 190, a user identification module (SIM) 196, or an antenna module 197. In some embodiments, at least one of the above components (e.g., the connection terminal 178) may be omitted from the electronic device 101, or one or more other components may be added to the electronic device 101. In some embodiments, some of the above-described components (eg, sensor module 176, camera module 180, or antenna module 197) may be implemented as a single integrated component (eg, display module 160).

[0023] The processor 120 may run, for example, software (e.g., program 140) to control at least one other component (e.g., hardware component or software component) of the electronic device 101 connected to the processor 120, and may perform various data processing or calculations. According to one embodiment, as at least part of the data processing or calculation, the processor 120 may store a command or data received from another component (e.g., sensor module 176 or communication module 190) in the volatile memory 132, process the command or data stored in the volatile memory 132, and store the resultant data in the non-volatile memory 134. According to an embodiment, the processor 120 may include a main processor 121 (e.g., a central processing unit (CPU) or an application processor (AP)) or an auxiliary processor 123 (e.g., a graphics processing unit (GPU), a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor (ISP), a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor (CP)) that is independent of or combined with the main processor 121 in operation. For example, when the electronic device 101 includes a main processor 121 and an auxiliary processor 123, the auxiliary processor 123 may be adapted to consume less power than the main processor 121, or adapted to be dedicated to a specific function. The auxiliary processor 123 may be implemented separately from the main processor 121, or as part of the main processor 121.

[0024] When the main processor 121 is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, the auxiliary processor 123 (rather than the main processor 121) may control at least some of the functions or states related to at least one component among the components of the electronic device 101 (e.g., the display module 160, the sensor module 176, or the communication module 190), or when the main processor 121 is in an active state (e.g., running an application), the auxiliary processor 123 may control at least some of the functions or states related to at least one component among the components of the electronic device 101 (e.g., the display module 160, the sensor module 176, or the communication module 190) together with the main processor 121. According to an embodiment, the auxiliary processor 123 (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as part of another component (e.g., a camera module 180 or a communication module 190) that is functionally related to the auxiliary processor 123. According to an embodiment, the auxiliary processor 123 (e.g., a neural processing unit) may include a hardware structure dedicated to artificial intelligence model processing. The artificial intelligence model may be generated through machine learning. For example, such learning may be performed by the electronic device 101 where the artificial intelligence is executed 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, for example. The artificial intelligence model may include multiple artificial neural network layers. The artificial neural network may be a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recurrent neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), or a deep Q network or a combination of two or more thereof, but is not limited thereto. Additionally or optionally, the artificial intelligence model may include a software structure in addition to a hardware structure.

[0025] The memory 130 may store various data used by at least one component of the electronic device 101 (e.g., the processor 120 or the sensor module 176). The various data may include, for example, software (e.g., the program 140) and input data or output data for commands related thereto. The memory 130 may include a volatile memory 132 or a nonvolatile memory 134.

[0026] The program 140 may be stored as software in the memory 130 , and may include, for example, an operating system (OS) 142 , middleware 144 , or applications 146 .

[0027] The input module 150 may receive commands or data to be used by other components (e.g., the processor 120) of the electronic device 101 from outside (e.g., a user) of the electronic device 101. The input module 150 may include, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (e.g., a button), or a digital pen (e.g., a stylus).

[0028] The sound output module 155 can output sound signals to the outside of the electronic device 101. The sound output module 155 may include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes such as playing multimedia or playing records. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. Depending on the embodiment, the receiver can be implemented as a separate part from the speaker, or as part of the speaker.

[0029] The display module 160 may visually provide information to the outside of the electronic device 101 (e.g., a user). The display device 160 may include, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector, and a control circuit for controlling a corresponding one of the display, the holographic device, and the projector. According to an embodiment, the display module 160 may include a touch sensor adapted to detect a touch or a pressure sensor adapted to measure the strength of a force caused by a touch.

[0030] The audio module 170 may convert sound into an electrical signal, or vice versa. According to an embodiment, the audio module 170 may obtain sound via the input module 150, or output sound via the sound output module 155 or an earphone of an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device 102) directly (e.g., wired) or wirelessly connected to the electronic device 101.

[0031] The sensor module 176 may detect an operating state (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device 101 or an environmental state (e.g., a state of a user) outside the electronic device 101, and then generate an electrical signal or a data value corresponding to the detected state. According to an embodiment, the sensor module 176 may include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, an atmospheric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an infrared (IR) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illumination sensor.

[0032] The interface 177 may support one or more specific protocols to be used to connect the electronic device 101 directly (e.g., wired) or wirelessly with an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device 102). According to an embodiment, the interface 177 may include, for example, a high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, a secure digital (SD) card interface, or an audio interface.

[0033] The connection end 178 may include a connector, wherein the electronic device 101 can be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device 102) via the connector. According to an embodiment, the connection end 178 may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0034] The haptic module 179 may convert the electric signal into mechanical stimulation (eg, vibration or motion) or electric stimulation that can be recognized by the user via his sense of touch or kinesthetic sense. According to an embodiment, the haptic module 179 may include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electric stimulator.

[0035] The camera module 180 may capture still images or moving images. According to an embodiment, the camera module 180 may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, an image signal processor, or a flash.

[0036] The power management module 188 may manage power supply to the electronic device 101. According to an embodiment, the power management module 188 may be implemented as, for example, at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0037] The battery 189 may power at least one component of the electronic device 101. According to an embodiment, the battery 189 may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0038] The communication module 190 may support establishing a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device 101 and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device 102, electronic device 104, or server 108), and perform communication via the established communication channel. The communication module 190 may include one or more communication processors capable of operating independently from the processor 120 (e.g., an application processor (AP)) and supporting direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to an embodiment, the communication module 190 may include a wireless communication module 192 (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module 194 (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module or a power line communication (PLC) module). A corresponding one of these communication modules can communicate with an external electronic device via a first network 198 (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, Wireless Fidelity (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, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or a wide area network (WAN))). These various types of communication modules may be implemented as a single component (e.g., a single chip), or may be implemented as multiple components (e.g., multiple chips) separated from each other. The wireless communication module 192 may identify and authenticate the electronic device 101 in a communication network (such as the first network 198 or the second network 199) using user information (e.g., an International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI)) stored in the user identification module 196.

[0039] The wireless communication module 192 can support 5G networks after 4G networks and next-generation communication technologies (e.g., new radio (NR) access technology). NR access technology can support enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB), massive machine type communication (mMTC), or ultra-reliable low-latency communication (URLLC). The wireless communication module 192 can support high-frequency bands (e.g., millimeter wave bands) to achieve, for example, high data transmission rates. The wireless communication module 192 can support various technologies for ensuring performance on high-frequency bands, such as, for example, beamforming, massive multiple-input multiple-output (massive MIMO), full-dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antennas, analog beamforming, or massive antennas. The wireless communication module 192 can support various requirements specified in the electronic device 101, an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device 104), or a network system (e.g., a second network 199). According to an embodiment, the wireless communication module 192 may support a peak data rate for implementing eMBB (e.g., 20 Gbps or greater), loss coverage for implementing mMTC (e.g., 164 dB or less), or U-plane delay for implementing URLLC (e.g., 0.5 ms or less for each of the downlink (DL) and uplink (UL), or 1 ms or less for a round trip).

[0040] The antenna module 197 may transmit or receive a signal or power to or from the outside of the electronic device 101 (e.g., an external electronic device). According to an embodiment, the antenna module 197 may include an antenna including a radiation element formed of a conductive material or a conductive pattern formed in or on a substrate (e.g., a printed circuit board (PCB)). According to an embodiment, the antenna module 197 may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication scheme used in a communication network (such as the first network 198 or the second network 199) may be selected from the plurality of antennas by, for example, the communication module 190 (e.g., the wireless communication module 192). A signal or power may then be transmitted or received between the communication module 190 and the external electronic device via the selected at least one antenna. According to an embodiment, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) other than the radiation element may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module 197.

[0041] According to various embodiments, the antenna module 197 may form a millimeter wave antenna module. According to an embodiment, the millimeter wave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., array antennas), wherein the RFIC is disposed on a first surface (e.g., bottom surface) of the printed circuit board, or adjacent to the first surface and capable of supporting a designated high frequency band (e.g., millimeter wave band), and the plurality of antennas are disposed on a second surface (e.g., top surface or side surface) of the printed circuit board, or adjacent to the second surface and capable of transmitting or receiving signals of the designated high frequency band.

[0042] At least some of the above components may be connected to each other via an inter-peripheral communication scheme (e.g., a bus, a general purpose input output (GPIO), a serial peripheral interface (SPI), or a mobile industry processor interface (MIPI)) and communicatively transfer signals (e.g., commands or data) therebetween.

[0043] According to an embodiment, a command or data may be sent or received between the electronic device 101 and the external electronic device 104 via the server 108 connected to the second network 199. Each of the electronic device 102 or the electronic device 104 may be a device of the same type as the electronic device 101, or a device of a different type from the electronic device 101. According to an embodiment, all or some operations to be executed in the electronic device 101 may be executed in one or more of the external electronic device 102, the external electronic device 104, or the server 108. For example, if the electronic device 101 should automatically execute a function or service or should execute a function or service in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device 101 may request the one or more external electronic devices to execute at least part of the function or service instead of executing the function or service, or the electronic device 101 may request the one or more external electronic devices to execute at least part of the function or service in addition to executing the function or service. The one or more external electronic devices receiving the request may execute at least part of the requested function or service, or execute another function or another service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device 101. The electronic device 101 may provide the result as at least a partial reply to the request with or without further processing the result. To this end, cloud computing technology, distributed computing technology, mobile edge computing (MEC) technology, or client-server computing technology, for example, may be used. The electronic device 101 may use, for example, distributed computing or mobile edge computing to provide ultra-low latency services. In another embodiment, the external electronic device 104 may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server 108 may be an intelligent server using machine learning and / or neural networks. According to an embodiment, the external electronic device 104 or the server 108 may be included in the second network 199. The electronic device 101 may be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart homes, smart cities, smart cars, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology or IoT-related technologies.

[0044] For example, the display of the display module 160 may be flexible. For example, the display may include a display area exposed outside the housing of the electronic device 101, the display area providing at least a portion of the outer surface of the electronic device 101. For example, because the display is flexible, at least a portion of the display may be rolled into the housing or may be slid into the housing. For example, the size of the display area may be changed according to the size of the at least a portion of the display that is rolled into the housing or slid into the housing. For example, the electronic device 101 including the display may be in a plurality of states, including a first state providing a display area having a first size and a second state providing a display area having a second size different from the first size. For example, the display may be changed by Figure 2a and Figure 2b The first state is illustrated by the description of .

[0045] Figure 2a is a top plan view of an exemplary electronic device 101 in a first state.

[0046] Reference Figure 2a The electronic device 101 may include a first shell 210, a second shell 220 and a display 230 (e.g., a display), and the second shell 220 is movable relative to the first shell 210 in a first direction 261 parallel to the y-axis, or in a second direction 262 parallel to the y-axis and opposite to the first direction 261.

[0047] For example, the electronic device 101 may be in a first state. For example, in the first state, the second housing 220 may be movable in a first direction 261 relative to the first housing 210 among a first direction 261 and a second direction 262. For example, in the first state, the second housing 220 may not be movable in the second direction 262 relative to the first housing 210.

[0048] For example, in the first state, the display 230 may provide a display area having a minimum size. For example, in the first state, the display area may correspond to the area 230a. For example, although Figure 2a , but in the first state, an area of ​​the display 230 other than the area 230a as the display area (eg, Figure 2c The area 230b) may be at least partially contained in the first shell 210. For example, in the first state, the area may be covered by the first shell 210. For example, in the first state, the area may be rolled into the first shell 210. For example, in the first state, the area 230a may include a flat portion, unlike the area including the curved portion. However, this is not limited to this. For example, in the first state, the area 230a may include a curved portion extending from the flat portion and located within the edge portion.

[0049] For example, the first state may be referred to as a slide-in state or a closed state in terms of at least a portion of the second housing 220 being located in the first housing 210. For example, the first state may be referred to as a zoomed-out state in terms of providing a display area having a minimum size. However, this is not limited thereto.

[0050] For example, the first housing 210 may include a first image sensor 250-1 in the camera module 180, the first image sensor 250-1 being exposed through a portion of the region 230a and facing a third direction 263 (eg, a −z-axis direction) parallel to the z-axis. Figure 2a2, but the second housing 220 may include one or more second image sensors in the camera module 180 that are exposed through a portion of the second housing 220 and face a fourth direction 264 that is parallel to the z-axis and opposite to the third direction 263. Figure 2b The one or more second image sensors are illustrated by the description of FIG.

[0051] Figure 2b is a bottom view of an exemplary electronic device in a first state.

[0052] Reference Figure 2b , in the first state, one or more second image sensors 250-2 provided in the second housing 220 may be located within a structure for the one or more second image sensors 250-2 provided in the first housing 210. For example, in the first state, light from outside the electronic device 101 may be received by the one or more second image sensors 250-2 through the structure. For example, since the one or more second image sensors 250-2 are located within the structure in the first state, the one or more second image sensors 250-2 may be exposed through the structure in the first state. For example, the structure may be implemented in various ways. For example, the structure may be an opening or a recess. For example, the structure may be an opening 212a in the first plate 212 of the first housing 210, the opening 212a surrounding at least a portion of the second housing 220. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, in the first state, the one or more second image sensors 250-2 included in the second housing 220 may be covered by the first plate 212 of the first housing 210.

[0053] Return to reference Figure 1 , the first state can be changed to the second state.

[0054] For example, the first state (or the second state) may be changed to the second state (or the first state) through one or more intermediate states between the first state and the second state.

[0055] For example, the first state (or second state) may be changed to the second state (or first state) based on a predefined user input. For example, in response to a user input to a physical button exposed through a portion of the first housing 210 or the portion of the second housing 220, the first state (or second state) may be changed to the second state (or first state). For example, in response to a touch input to an executable object displayed in the display area, the first state (or second state) may be changed to the second state (or first state). For example, in response to a touch input having a contact point on the display area and a pressing strength greater than a reference strength, the first state (or second state) may be changed to the second state (or first state). For example, in response to a voice input received through a microphone of the electronic device 101, the first state (or second state) may be changed to the second state (or first state). For example, in response to an external force applied to the first housing 210 and / or the second housing 220 for moving the second housing 220 relative to the first housing 210, the first state (or second state) may be changed to the second state (or first state). For example, the first state (or second state) may be changed to the second state (or first state) in response to a user input recognized on an external electronic device (eg, earbuds or a smart watch) connected to the electronic device 101. However, this is not limited thereto.

[0056] Can be Figure 2c and Figure 2d The second state is illustrated by the description of .

[0057] Figure 2c is a top plan view of an exemplary electronic device in a second state.

[0058] Reference Figure 2c , the electronic device 101 may be in the second state. For example, in the second state, the second housing 220 may be movable relative to the first housing 210 in the second direction 262 of the first direction 261 and the second direction 262. For example, in the second state, the second housing 220 may not move relative to the first housing 210 in the first direction 261.

[0059] For example, in the second state, the display 230 may provide a display area having a maximum size. For example, in the second state, the display area may correspond to an area 230c including an area 230a and an area 230b. For example, the area 230b included in the first housing 210 in the first state may be at least partially exposed in the second state. For example, in the second state, the area 230a may include a flat portion. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, the area 230a may include a curved portion extending from the flat portion and located within the edge portion. For example, in the second state, unlike the area 230a in the first state, the area 230b may include a flat portion among the flat portion and the curved portion. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, the area 230b may include a curved portion extending from the flat portion of the area 230b and located within the edge portion.

[0060] For example, in terms of at least a portion of the second housing 220 being located outside the first housing 210, the second state may be referred to as a slid-out state or an open state. For example, in terms of providing a display area with a maximum size, the second state may be referred to as an extended state. However, this is not limited thereto.

[0061] For example, when the state of the electronic device 101 changes from the first state to the second state, the first image sensor 250-1 facing the third direction 263 may move together with the region 230a according to the movement of the second housing 220 in the first direction 261. Figure 2c 2, but when the state of the electronic device 101 changes from the first state to the second state, the one or more second image sensors 250-2 facing the fourth direction 264 may move according to the movement of the second housing 220 in the first direction 261. For example, the one or more second image sensors 250-2 and the one or more second image sensors 250-2 may be changed according to the movement of the one or more second image sensors 250-2. Figure 2b The relative positional relationship between the structures illustrated by the description of Figure 2d Give examples to illustrate the changes in relative position relationships.

[0062] Figure 2d is a bottom view of the exemplary electronic device 101 in the second state.

[0063] Reference Figure 2d, in the second state, one or more second image sensors 250-2 may be located outside the structure. For example, in the second state, one or more second image sensors 250-2 may be located outside the opening 212a in the first plate 212. For example, since the one or more second image sensors 250-2 are located outside the opening 212a in the second state, the one or more second image sensors 250-2 may be exposed in the second state. For example, since the one or more second image sensors 250-2 are located outside the structure in the second state, the relative positional relationship in the second state may be different from the relative positional relationship in the first state.

[0064] For example, in a case where the electronic device 101 does not include a structure such as the opening 212 a , the one or more second image sensors 250 - 2 in the second state may be exposed, unlike the one or more second image sensors 250 - 2 in the first state.

[0065] Although not in Figure 2a , Figure 2b , Figure 2c and Figure 2d , but the electronic device 101 may be in an intermediate state between the first state and the second state. For example, the size of the display area in the intermediate state may be larger than the size of the display area in the first state and smaller than the size of the display area in the second state. For example, the display area in the intermediate state may correspond to an area including area 230a and a portion of area 230b. For example, in the intermediate state, a portion of area 230b may be exposed, and another portion (or the remaining portion) of area 230b may be covered by the first shell 210 or rolled into the first shell 210. However, it is not limited thereto.

[0066] The electronic device 101 may include a second housing (eg, Figure 2a to Figure 2d The second housing 220 of the electronic device 101 is opposite to the first housing (eg, Figure 2a to Figure 2d For example, the structure can be moved by Figure 3a and Figure 3b The description is used as an example.

[0067] Figure 3a and Figure 3b is an exploded perspective view of an exemplary electronic device.

[0068] Reference Figure 3a and Figure 3b , the electronic device 101 may include a first housing 210 , a second housing 220 , a display 230 , and a driving portion 360 .

[0069] For example, the first case 210 may include a first cover 311 , a first plate 212 , and a frame 313 .

[0070] For example, the first cover 311 may at least partially form a side surface portion of an outer surface of the electronic device 101. For example, the first cover 311 may at least partially form a rear surface portion of the outer surface. For example, the first cover 311 may include an opening 311a for one or more second image sensors 250-2. For example, the first cover 311 may include a surface supporting the first plate 212. For example, the first cover 311 may be coupled to the first plate 212. For example, the first cover 311 may include a frame 313. For example, the first cover 311 may be coupled to the frame 313.

[0071] For example, the first plate 212 may at least partially form a rear portion of the outer surface. For example, the first plate 212 may include an opening 212a for one or more second image sensors 250-2. For example, the first plate 212 may be disposed on the surface of the first cover 311. For example, the opening 212a may be aligned with the opening 311a.

[0072] For example, the frame 313 may be at least partially surrounded by the first cover 311 .

[0073] For example, the frame 313 may be at least partially surrounded by the display 230. For example, the frame 313 may be at least partially surrounded by the display 230, but the position of the frame 313 may be maintained independently of the movement of the display 230. For example, the frame 313 may be arranged in relation to at least a portion of the components of the display 230. For example, the frame 313 may include a track 313a that provides (or guides) a movement path of at least one component of the display 230.

[0074] For example, the frame 313 may be coupled to at least one component of the electronic device 101. For example, the frame 313 may support the rechargeable battery 189. For example, the battery 189 may be supported by a recess or hole in the surface 313b of the frame 313. For example, the frame 313 may be coupled to one end of the flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) 325 on the surface of the frame 313. For example, although not in Figure 3a and Figure 3b , but the other end of the FPCB 325 may be connected to the PCB 324 through at least one connector. For example, the PCB 324 may be electrically connected to another PCB ( Figure 3a and Figure 3b not shown).

[0075] For example, the frame 313 may be coupled to at least one structure of the electronic device 101 for a plurality of states including a first state and a second state. For example, the frame 313 may fasten the motor 361 of the driving portion 360.

[0076] For example, the second housing 220 may include a second cover 321 and a second plate 322 .

[0077] For example, the second cover 321 may be at least partially surrounded by the display 230. For example, unlike the frame 313, the second cover 321 may be coupled to at least a portion of the area 230a surrounding the second cover 321 of the display 230 so that the display 230 moves along the second housing 220 that moves relative to the first housing 210.

[0078] For example, the second cover 321 may be coupled to the at least one component of the electronic device 101. For example, the second cover 321 may be coupled to a printed circuit board (PCB) 324 including components of the electronic device 101. For example, the PCB 324 may include a processor (eg, Figure 1 Processor 120) ( Figure 3a and Figure 3b For example, the second cover 321 may include one or more second image sensors 250-2.

[0079] For example, for a plurality of states including a first state and a second state, the second cover 321 may be coupled to at least one structure of the electronic device 101. For example, the second cover 321 may fasten the rack 363 of the driving portion 360.

[0080] For example, the second cover 321 may be coupled to the second plate 322 .

[0081] For example, the second plate 322 may be coupled to the second cover 321 to protect at least one component of the electronic device 101 coupled in the second cover 321 and / or at least one structure of the electronic device 101 coupled in the second cover 321. For example, the second plate 322 may include a structure for the at least one component. For example, the second plate 322 may include one or more openings 326 for one or more second image sensors 250-2. For example, the one or more openings 326 may be aligned with the one or more second image sensors 250-2 disposed on the second cover 321. For example, the size of each of the one or more openings 326 may correspond to the size of each of the one or more second image sensors 250-2.

[0082] For example, the display 230 may include a support member 331. For example, the support member 331 may include a plurality of rods. For example, the plurality of rods may be coupled to each other. The support member 331 may support the region 230 b of the display 230 .

[0083] For example, the driving portion 360 may include a motor 361 , a pinion 362 , and a rack 363 .

[0084] For example, the motor 361 may operate based on power from the battery 189. For example, power may be provided to the motor 361 in response to a predefined user input.

[0085] For example, the pinion gear 362 may be coupled to the motor 361 through a shaft. For example, the pinion gear 362 may rotate based on the operation of the motor 361 transmitted through the shaft.

[0086] For example, the rack 363 may be arranged in association with the pinion 362. For example, the teeth of the rack 363 may mesh with the teeth of the pinion 362. For example, the rack 363 may move in the first direction 261 or the second direction 262 according to the rotation of the pinion 362. For example, the second housing 220 may move in the first direction 261 and the second direction 262 by the rack 363, which moves according to the rotation of the pinion 362 caused by the operation of the motor 361. For example, the first state of the electronic device 101 may be changed to a state different from the first state (for example, one or more intermediate states or the second state) by the movement of the second housing 220 in the first direction 261. For example, the second state of the electronic device 101 may be changed to a state different from the second state (for example, one or more intermediate states or the first state) by the movement of the second housing 220 in the second direction 262. For example, the first state is changed to the second state by the driving portion 360 and the second state is changed to the first state by the driving portion 360, Figure 4a and Figure 4b Give an example.

[0087] Figure 4a is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary electronic device in a first state. Figure 4b is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary electronic device in a second state.

[0088] Reference Figure 4a and Figure 4b, the motor 361 may be operated at least in part based on a predefined user input received in the state 490 as the first state. For example, the pinion 362 may be rotated in the first rotational direction 411 based at least in part on the operation of the motor 361. For example, the rack 363 may be moved in the first direction 261 based at least in part on the rotation of the pinion 362 in the first rotational direction 411. For example, since the second cover 321 in the second housing 220 fastens the rack 363, the second housing 220 may be moved in the first direction 261 based at least in part on the movement of the rack 363 in the first direction 261. For example, since the second cover 321 in the second housing 220 is coupled to at least a portion of the region 230a of the display 230 and fastens the rack 363, the display 230 may be moved based at least in part on the movement of the rack 363 in the first direction 261. For example, the display 230 may be moved along a track (e.g., Figure 3a and Figure 3b For example, when the state 490 is changed to the state 495 as the second state, the shape of at least a portion of the plurality of rods of the support member 331 of the display 230 may be changed.

[0089] For example, the area 230b of the display 230 may move according to the movement of the display 230. For example, when the state 490 is changed to the state 495 according to the predefined user input, the area 230b may move through the space between the first cover 311 and the frame 313. For example, the area 230b in the state 495 may be exposed, unlike the area 230b rolled up in the space in the state 490.

[0090] For example, since the second cover 321 in the second housing 220 is coupled to the PCB 324 connected to the other end of the FPCB 325 and fastens the rack 363 , when the state 490 is changed to the state 495 , the shape of the FPCB 325 may be changed.

[0091] The motor 361 may be operated at least in part based on the predefined user input received in the state 495. For example, the pinion 362 may be rotated in the second rotational direction 412 based at least in part on the operation of the motor 361. For example, the rack 363 may move in the second direction 262 based at least in part on the rotation of the pinion 362 in the second rotational direction 412. For example, since the second cover 321 within the second housing 220 fastens the rack 363, the second housing 220 may move in the second direction 262 based at least in part on the movement of the rack 363 in the second direction 262. For example, since the second cover 321 in the second housing 220 is coupled to at least a portion of the region 230a of the display 230 and fastens the rack 363, the display 230 may move based at least in part on the movement of the rack 363 in the second direction 262. For example, the display 230 may move along the track 313a. For example, when the state 495 is changed to the state 490, the shape of at least a portion of the plurality of rods of the support member 331 of the display 230 may be changed. The support member 331 may move relative to the first housing 210. The support member 331 accommodated inside the first housing 210 in the state 490 may be located between the first cover 311 and the frame 313. According to the movement of the support member 331, the display 230 may move relative to the first housing 210.

[0092] For example, the area 230b of the display 230 may move according to the movement of the display 230. For example, when the state 495 is changed to the state 490 according to the predefined user input, the area 230b may move through the space between the first cover 311 and the frame 313. For example, unlike the area 230b exposed in the state 495, the area 230b in the state 490 may be rolled into the space.

[0093] For example, since the second cover 321 in the second housing 220 is coupled to the PCB 324 connected to the other end of the FPCB 325 and fastens the rack 363 , when the state 495 is changed to the state 490 , the shape of the FPCB 325 may be changed.

[0094] Figures 2a to 4b The electronic device 101 is shown in which the height of the display area changes and the width of the display area remains unchanged when the first state (or the second state) changes to the second state (or the first state) in the portrait mode, but this is for convenience of explanation. For example, when the first state (or the second state) changes to the second state (or the first state) in the portrait mode, the electronic device 101 may be implemented so that the height of the display area is maintained and the width of the display area changes.

[0095] Figure 5a is a perspective view of an exemplary electronic device in a second state according to an embodiment, Figure 5b is a diagram showing an exemplary electronic device along Figure 5a A cross-sectional view of the example cut along line CC'.

[0096] Reference Figure 5a and Figure 5b , the electronic device 101 according to the embodiment may include a first cover 311 , a second cover 321 , a display 230 , and / or a guide member 510 .

[0097] According to an embodiment, the first cover 311 may define at least a portion of an outer surface of the electronic device 101. The first cover 311 may define a space in which components of the electronic device 101 are disposed. For example, the second cover 321 may be movable in the first cover 311. For example, the display 230 may be movable in the first cover 311.

[0098] According to an embodiment, the second cover 321 may be movable relative to the first cover 311. For example, the second cover 321 may be movable relative to the first cover 311 in a first direction 261 (e.g., +y direction) or a second direction 262 (e.g., -y direction) opposite to the first direction 261. According to an embodiment, the second cover 321 may be slidable relative to the first cover 311. For example, when the second cover 321 moves relative to the first cover 311 in the first direction 261, the second cover 321 may slide to the outside of the first cover 311. For example, when the second cover 321 moves relative to the first cover 311 in the second direction 262, the second cover 321 may slide to the inside of the first cover 311. According to an embodiment, the second cover 321 may support the display 230. For example, the display 230 may be provided on the surface 321a of the second cover 321. For example, the display 230 may be attached to the surface 321a of the second cover 321.

[0099] According to an embodiment, the display 230 may be configured to provide visual information. For example, the display 230 may emit light to provide visual information to the user along the direction in which the surface 321a of the second cover 321 faces. When the display 230 is coupled to the second cover 321, the display 230 may be moved relative to the first cover 311 by the movement of the second cover 321. For example, when the second cover 321 moves in the first direction 261, the display 230 may move to the outside of the first cover 311 together with the second cover 321. For example, when the second cover 321 moves in the second direction 262, the display 230 may move to the inside of the first cover 311 together with the second cover 321. According to an embodiment, the display 230 may include a first area 230a and a second area 230b.

[0100] According to an embodiment, the first area 230a may be disposed on the surface 321a of the second cover 321. The direction (e.g., -z direction) facing the first area 230a may be substantially the same as the direction in which light is emitted from at least a portion of the display 230 exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101. For example, the direction facing the first area 230a may be substantially the same as the direction facing the surface 321a of the second cover 321. According to an embodiment, the first area 230a may be exposed to the outside of the first cover 311 in a first state (e.g., a slide-in state and / or a contracted state) and a second state (e.g., a slide-out state and / or an extended state) of the electronic device 101. For example, the first area 230a may be exposed to the outside of the first cover 311 independently of the movement of the second cover 321 in the first direction 261 and the movement of the second cover 321 in the second direction 262. According to an embodiment, the shape of the first area 230a may be maintained while the state of the electronic device 101 is changed. For example, in the first state and the second state of the electronic device 101 , the shape of the first region 230 a may maintain a shape substantially parallel to the surface 321 a of the second cover 321 .

[0101] According to an embodiment, the second region 230b may be connected to the first region 230a. For example, the second region 230b may extend from the first region 230a. According to an embodiment, the second region 230b may be spaced apart from the surface 321a of the second cover 321. Since the second region 230b is connected to the first region 230a provided on the second cover 321, when the second cover 321 moves, the second region 230b may move together with the second cover 321. According to an embodiment, when the second cover 321 moves relative to the first cover 311, the shape of the second region 230b may be deformable. For example, when the second cover 321 moves along the first direction 261, at least a portion of the second region 230b may be exposed to the outside of the first cover 311. The at least a portion of the second region 230b exposed to the outside of the first cover 311 may have a shape substantially parallel to the first region 230a. For example, when the second cover 321 moves along the second direction 262, at least a portion of the second region 230b may roll to the inside of the first cover 311. The at least one portion of the second region 230b rolled in the first cover 311 may be bent to have a curvature in the first cover 311. According to an embodiment, when the second cover 321 moves, the size of the second region 230b exposed to the outside of the first cover 311 may change. For example, according to the movement of the second cover 321 in the first direction 261, at least a portion of the second region 230b may be exposed to the outside of the first cover 311. For example, in the second state of the electronic device 101, at least a portion of the second region 230b may be exposed to the outside of the first cover 311. For example, when the second cover 321 moves in the second direction 262, at least a portion of the second region 230b may be rolled into the first cover 311. For example, according to the movement of the second cover 321 in the second direction 262, at least a portion of the second region 230b may be covered by the first cover 311. For example, in the first state of the electronic device 101, at least a portion of the second region 230b may not be visually exposed to the outside of the first cover 311.

[0102] According to an embodiment, the first cover 311 may include a first inner surface 311b, a second inner surface 311c, and / or an inner side surface 311d. The first inner surface 311b may face a direction (e.g., +z direction) opposite to the direction (e.g., -z direction) facing the first area 230a. According to an embodiment, the first inner surface 311b may face the display 230 inside the first cover 311. For example, the first inner surface 311b may face the second area 230b. The first inner surface 311b may be substantially parallel to the first area 230a of the display 230. According to an embodiment, the first inner surface 311b may cover a portion of the display 230. For example, when the first cover 311 is viewed from above (e.g., -z direction), the first inner surface 311b may be superimposed on a portion of the display 230. According to an embodiment, in the first state of the electronic device 101, an end 311b-1 of the first inner surface 311b may be disposed on a boundary between the first area 230a and the second area 230b. For example, when the display 230 is viewed from above (eg, −z direction) in the first state of the electronic device 101 , the end 311 b - 1 of the first inner surface 311 b may overlap on the boundary between the first area 230 a and the second area 230 b .

[0103] The second inner surface 311c may face a direction corresponding to the direction (e.g., -z direction) facing the first area 230a. According to an embodiment, the second inner surface 311c may face the display 230. For example, the second inner surface 311c may face the second area 230b and the first inner surface 311b. According to an embodiment, the second inner surface 311c may be spaced apart from the first inner surface 311b. For example, the second inner surface 311c may be spaced apart from the first inner surface 311b along the direction (e.g., +z direction) facing the first inner surface 311b.

[0104] The inner surface 311d may connect the first inner surface 311b and the second inner surface 311c. For example, the inner surface 311d may extend between the first inner surface 311b and the second inner surface 311b.

[0105] According to an embodiment, the second area 230b may be bent from a position corresponding to the end 311b-1 of the first inner surface 311b. For example, the end 311b-1 of the first inner surface 311b may be set on the boundary of the portion of the display 230 parallel to the surface 321a of the second cover 321 and the other portion of the display 230 that is bent to have a curvature. The end 311b-1 of the first inner surface 311b may be set on the boundary of the portion of the display 230 that does not have a curvature and the other portion of the display 230 that is bent to have a curvature. According to an embodiment, the curvature of the second area 230b may change. The curvature of the second area 230b may change in the first cover 311. For example, the second area 230b may not be circular in the first cover 311. As the curvature of the second area 230b changes, the radius of curvature of the second area 230b may change. The radius of curvature may mean the radius of a virtual circle tangent to a point in the second area 230b. According to an embodiment, the minimum radius of curvature r1 in the second region 230b may be less than half the height of the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. The minimum radius of curvature r1 may mean the radius of a virtual circle having the smallest size among the radii of virtual circles tangent to each position in the second region 230b. The height of the component may mean the distance in the direction (e.g., -z direction) facing the first region 230a. For example, in the case where the minimum radius of curvature r1 in the second region 230b is greater than half the height of the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311, since the second region 230b is bent to be close to the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311, in order to ensure the distance between the second region 230b and the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311, the width of the first inner surface 311b may be increased compared to the case where the minimum radius of curvature r1 in the second region 230b is less than half the height of the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. The width of the component may mean a distance parallel to the first direction 261 or the second direction 262. When the width of the first inner surface 311b increases, the area of ​​the display 230 visible from the outside of the electronic device 101 may be reduced. Since the minimum curvature radius r1 in the second area 230b is less than half the height of the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311, the electronic device 101 according to the embodiment may provide a structure with an area of ​​the display 230 visible from the outside expanded.

[0106] According to an embodiment, the first position p1 having the minimum radius of curvature r1 in the second region 230b may be located between the second position p2 of the second region 230b and the third position p3 of the second region 230b, in which the direction in which the virtual surface s2 tangent to the second region 230b bent to have a curvature in the first cover 311 faces is parallel to the direction in which the first region 230a faces, and in the third position p3, the direction in which the virtual surface s3 faces is perpendicular to the direction in which the first region 230a faces. The directions in which the virtual surfaces s1, s2, and s3 face may be substantially the same as the direction of the normal line of each point of the second region 230b. The normal line may be perpendicular to the tangent line or tangent plane tangent to each point of the second region 230b. For example, the direction in which the virtual surface s2 tangent to the second position p2 of the second region 230b faces (e.g., the -z direction) may correspond to the direction in which the first region 230a faces (e.g., the -z direction). For example, the direction (e.g., -z direction) facing the virtual surface s2 tangent to the second position p2 of the second region 230b may be the same as the direction (e.g., -z direction) facing the first region 230a. For example, the direction (e.g., -y direction) facing the virtual surface s3 tangent to the third position p3 of the second region 230b may be substantially perpendicular to the direction (e.g., -z direction) facing the first region 230a. According to an embodiment, the first position p1 may mean a position on the outer surface of the second region 230b facing the first cover 311, but is not limited thereto. For example, the first position p1 may mean a position on the inner surface of the second region 230b facing the guide rail 512. According to an embodiment, the first position p1 may have a point form, but is not limited thereto. For example, the first position p1 may be defined in a line form.

[0107] According to an embodiment, the first position p1 may be spaced apart from the second position p2 and the third position p3. For example, the first position p1 may be inconsistent with the second position p2 and the third position p3, respectively, and may be distinguished. According to an embodiment, the direction facing the virtual surface s1 tangent to the first position p1 may be tilted relative to the direction facing the first area 230a (e.g., -z direction). Tilt relative to a direction may mean a state parallel or non-vertical to the direction. For example, the direction facing the virtual surface s1 tangent to the first position p1 may be tilted toward the direction facing the first area 230a and the direction facing the virtual surface s3 tangent to the third position p3. According to an embodiment, the direction facing the virtual surface s1 tangent to the first position p1 may be tilted within a reference angle range relative to the direction facing the first area 230a (e.g., -z direction). For example, the angle between the direction facing the virtual surface s1 tangent to the first position p1 and the direction facing the first area 230a may be about 30 degrees to about 60 degrees. For example, the angle between the direction to which the virtual surface s1 tangent to the first position p1 faces and the direction to which the first area 230a faces may be about 45 degrees. For example, in the case where the first position p1 having the minimum radius of curvature r1 in the second area 230b is the same as the second position p2, the second area 230b may not have a curvature. For example, in the case where the first position p1 having the minimum radius of curvature r1 in the second area 230b is the same as the third position p3, the second area 230b may have an elliptical shape. In the case where the second area 230b has an elliptical shape, since the second area 230b is bent to be close to the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311, in order to ensure the distance between the second area 230b and the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311, the width of the first inner surface 311b may be increased compared to the case where the first position p1 and the third position p3 are distinguished. When the width of the first inner surface 311b increases, the area of ​​the display 230 visible from the outside of the electronic device 101 may be reduced. Since the first position p1 having the smallest radius of curvature r1 in the second region 230 b is distinguished from the third position p3 , the electronic device 101 according to the embodiment may provide a structure in which an area of ​​the display 230 visible from the outside is expanded.

[0108] The guide member 510 may guide the movement of the display 230. For example, the guide member 510 may guide the movement of the second area 230b of the display 230. According to an embodiment, the guide member 510 may include at least one guide rod 511 and at least one guide rail 512 (eg, Figure 3a and Figure 3b track 313a).

[0109] At least one guide rod 511 may support the second area 230b. According to an embodiment, at least one guide rod 511 may be disposed on the second area 230b among the first area 230a and the second area 230b. For example, a plurality of guide rods may be disposed on the inner surface 230b-1 of the second area 230b. According to an embodiment, at least one guide rod 511 may include a plurality of guide rods spaced apart from each other. For example, a plurality of guide rods may be spaced apart from each other along the moving direction of the display 230. According to an embodiment, when the shape of the display 230 changes, at least one guide rod 511 may have a shape corresponding to the shape of the display 230. For example, in the case where at least one guide rod 511 includes a plurality of guide rods, the plurality of guide rods may be arranged to have a shape corresponding to the shape of the display 230.

[0110] At least one guide rail 512 may guide the movement of at least one guide rod 511. According to an embodiment, at least one guide rail 512 may include a plurality of guide rails 512a and 512b spaced apart from each other. The plurality of guide rails 512a and 512b may surround the display 230. For example, the second area 230b may move between the plurality of guide rails 512a and 512b. According to an embodiment, at least one guide rail 512 may include a guide groove 512c. The guide groove 512c may define a moving path of at least one guide rod 511. For example, the guide groove 512c may be formed by recessing at least one guide rail 512 inwardly. According to an embodiment, the guide groove 512c may surround at least one guide rod 511. At least one guide rod 511 may be accommodated in the guide groove 512c. According to an embodiment, the guide groove 512c may extend along the guide rail 512. Since the guide groove 512c defines the moving path of at least one guide rod 511 guiding the movement of the display 230, the shape of the guide groove 512c may define the curvature of the display 230. For example, the guide groove 512c may extend along the guide rail 512 so that the first position p1 is located at a corner of the guide rail 512. The corner of the guide rail 512 may mean an area of ​​the guide rail 512 that contacts a portion of the guide rail 512 substantially parallel to the first inner surface 311b and another portion of the guide rail 512 substantially parallel to the inner side surface 311d.

[0111] As described above, since the second area 230b of the display 230 has a varying curvature, the electronic device 101 according to the embodiment can provide a structure in which the area of ​​the display 230 visible from the outside of the electronic device 101 is maximized. Since the first position p1 having the smallest radius of curvature in the second area 230b is spaced apart from the second position p2 and the third position p3, the electronic device 101 according to the embodiment can provide a structure in which the area of ​​the display 230 visible from the outside of the electronic device 101 is maximized.

[0112] Figure 6is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of cutting an exemplary electronic device according to an embodiment.

[0113] Reference Figure 6 According to an embodiment, the first cover 311 may include a first support member 520. The first support member 520 may support the second area 230b. For example, the first support member 520 may separate the second area 230b from the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. According to an embodiment, the first support member 520 may be provided in the first cover 311. For example, the first support member 520 may be provided on the inner side surface 311d in the first cover 311. According to an embodiment, the first support member 520 may be rotatable. For example, the first support member 520 may be rotatable relative to the second area 230b. For example, the first support member 520 may be rotatable relative to the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. However, it is not limited thereto, and the first support member 520 may be fastened to the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. In the case where the first support member 520 is fastened to the inner side surface 311d, the first support member 520 may have a protruding shape. For example, the first support member 520 may protrude from the inner side surface 311d.

[0114] According to an embodiment, the position of the first supporting member 520 may correspond to a third position p3 of the second region 230b, in which a virtual surface s3 tangential to the second region 230b faces a direction perpendicular to the first region (eg, Figure 5a The first support member 520 may contact the direction (e.g., -z direction) facing the first area 230a of the display 230b. For example, the first support member 520 may contact the third position p3 of the second area 230b. For example, in the case where the first support member 520 is not provided, when the second area 230b is bent toward the direction approaching the inner surface 311d of the first cover 311 due to the repulsive force generated by the bending of the display 230, the second area 230b may contact the inner surface 311d. In the case where the second area 230b contacts the inner surface 311d, the second area 230b may be damaged due to contact with the inner surface 311d. The electronic device 101 according to the embodiment may provide a structure capable of reducing damage to the display 230 by the first support member 520 contacting the third position p3 of the second area 230b.

[0115] As described above, the electronic device 101 according to the embodiment may provide a structure capable of reducing contact between the second region 230 b and the inner side surface 311 d of the first cover 311 by supporting the third position p3 of the second region 230 b by the first support member 520 .

[0116] Figure 7a is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of cutting an exemplary electronic device according to an embodiment.

[0117] Reference Figure 7a According to an embodiment, the second region 230b may have a substantially asymmetric shape. The radius of curvature at a point of the second region 230b corresponding to the point at which the first inner surface 311b and the inner side surface 311d contact may be different from the radius of curvature at another point of the second region 230b corresponding to the point at which the second inner surface 311c and the inner side surface 311d contact. For example, the radius of curvature at a point of the second region 230b corresponding to the point at which the first inner surface 311b and the inner side surface 311d contact may be smaller than the radius of curvature at another point of the second region 230b corresponding to the point at which the second inner surface 311c and the inner side surface 311d contact.

[0118] According to an embodiment, the first position p1 having the smallest radius of curvature in the second region 230b may be close to the first inner surface 311b among the first inner surface 311b and the second inner surface 311c. For example, the first position p1 having the smallest radius of curvature in the second region 230b may be close to the point where the first inner surface 311b contacts the inner side surface 311d and the point where the second inner surface 311c contacts the inner side surface 311d. For example, the direction facing the virtual surface s2 tangent to the second position p2 may be the same as that of the first region (e.g., Figure 5a The first region 230a of the embodiment of the present invention may face a direction (eg, the −z direction) that is substantially the same as the direction (eg, the −z direction) facing the first region 230a of the embodiment of the present invention. The second position p2 may be close to the first inner surface 311b of the first inner surface 311b and the second inner surface 311c.

[0119] According to an embodiment, the inner surface 311d may be substantially perpendicular to the first region 230a. For example, the direction facing the inner surface 311d (e.g., +y direction) may be perpendicular to the direction facing the first region 230a (e.g., -z direction). For example, the inner surface 311d may be perpendicular to at least one of the first inner surface 311b and the second inner surface 311c.

[0120] As described above, since the first position p1 having the minimum curvature in the second area 230b is disposed adjacent to the first inner surface 311b of the first cover 311, the electronic device 101 according to the embodiment may provide a structure in which the area of ​​the display 230 visible from the outside of the electronic device 101 is maximized.

[0121] Figure 7b is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of cutting an exemplary electronic device according to an embodiment.

[0122] Reference Figure 7bAccording to an embodiment, the second region 230b may have a substantially asymmetric shape. The radius of curvature at a point of the second region 230b corresponding to the point at which the first inner surface 311b and the inner side surface 311d contact may be different from the radius of curvature at another point of the second region 230b corresponding to the point at which the second inner surface 311c and the inner side surface 311d contact. For example, the radius of curvature at a point of the second region 230b corresponding to the point at which the first inner surface 311b and the inner side surface 311d contact may be greater than the radius of curvature at another point of the second region 230b corresponding to the point at which the second inner surface 311c and the inner side surface 311d contact.

[0123] According to an embodiment, the first position p1 having the smallest radius of curvature in the second region 230b may be close to the second inner surface 311c among the first inner surface 311b and the second inner surface 311c. For example, the first position p1 having the smallest radius of curvature in the second region 230b may be close to the point where the first inner surface 311b contacts the inner side surface 311d and the point where the second inner surface 311c contacts the inner side surface 311d. For example, the direction facing the virtual surface s2 tangent to the second position p2 may be the same as that of the first region (e.g., Figure 5a The second position p2 may be located in a direction opposite to the direction (e.g., the −z direction) facing the first region 230a of the first inner surface 311b. The second position p2 may be located close to the second inner surface 311c between the first inner surface 311b and the second inner surface 311c. When the second position p2 is adjacent to the second inner surface 311c, the first position p1 disposed between the second position p2 and the third position p3 may be adjacent to the second inner surface 311c.

[0124] According to an embodiment, the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311 may be inclined relative to at least one of the first inner surface 311b and the second inner surface 311c. For example, the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311 may be inclined relative to the first inner surface 311b. For example, the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311 may be inclined relative to the second inner surface 311b. For example, the direction facing the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311 may be inclined relative to the direction facing the first region 230a.

[0125] As described above, since the first position p1 having the minimum curvature in the second region 230b is disposed adjacent to the second inner surface 311c of the first cover 311, the electronic device 101 according to the embodiment may provide a structure in which the area of ​​the display 230 visible from the outside of the electronic device 101 is maximized.

[0126] Figures 8a to 8d is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of cutting an exemplary electronic device according to an embodiment.

[0127] Reference Figures 8a to 8d , the first position p1 having the smallest radius of curvature in the second region 230b may be adjacent to the first inner surface 311b among the first inner surface 311b and the second inner surface 311c. For example, the direction facing the virtual surface s2 tangent to the second position p2 may correspond to the first region (eg, Figure 5a The second position p2 may be close to the first inner surface 311b among the first inner surface 311b and the second inner surface 311c. When the second position p2 is close to the first inner surface 311b, the first position p1 located between the second position p2 and the third position p3 may be close to the first inner surface 311b.

[0128] According to an embodiment, the second region 230b may include a fourth position p4 in which a virtual surface s4 tangential to the second region 230b faces a direction (e.g., a +z direction) opposite to a direction (e.g., a -z direction) facing the first region 230a. For example, the fourth position p4 of the second region 230b may be close to the second inner surface 311c among the first inner surface 311b and the second inner surface 311c of the first cover 311. The fourth position p4 of the second region 230b may be distinguished from the second position p2 of the second region 230b. For example, the fourth position p4 of the second region 230b may be spaced apart from the second position p2 of the second region 230b.

[0129] According to an embodiment, the second area 230b may include a fifth position p5, the fifth position p5 having a radius of curvature corresponding to the radius of curvature of the first position p1. For example, the fifth position p5 may have a radius of curvature substantially the same as the radius of curvature of the first position p1. According to an embodiment, the fifth position p5 may be disposed between the third position p3 and the fourth position p4. For example, the fifth position p5 may be distinguished from the third position p3 and the fourth position p4. For example, the fifth position p5 may be spaced apart from the third position p3 and the fourth position p4. According to an embodiment, the direction facing the virtual surface s5 tangent to the fifth position p5 may be tilted relative to the direction facing the virtual surface s4 tangent to the fourth position p4. For example, the direction facing the virtual surface s5 tangent to the fifth position p5 may be tilted within a reference angle range relative to the direction facing the virtual surface s4 tangent to the fourth position p4. For example, the angle between the direction facing the virtual surface s5 tangent to the fifth position p5 and the direction facing the virtual surface s4 tangent to the fourth position p4 may be about 30 degrees to about 60 degrees. For example, an angle between a direction faced by a virtual surface s5 tangential to the fifth position p5 and a direction faced by a virtual surface s4 tangential to the fourth position p4 may be about 45 degrees.

[0130] According to an embodiment, the first cover 311 may include at least one second support member 530. At least one second support member 530 may support the second region 230b. According to an embodiment, at least one second support member 530 may support the inner surface of the second region 230b, which is opposite to the outer surface of the second region 230b facing the first cover 311. For example, at least one second support member 530 may be disposed on the inner surface of the second region 230b. For example, at least one second support member 530 may contact the inner surface of the second region 230b. According to an embodiment, at least one second support member 530 may be disposed in the first cover 311. For example, at least one second support member 530 may be coupled to the first cover 311 to be rotatable relative to the first cover 311. For example, when at least one second support member 530 is coupled to the first cover 311, at least one second support member 530 may be fastened in the first cover 311. According to an embodiment, at least one second support member 530 may define the minimum radius of curvature of the second region 230b. For example, at least one second support member 530 may form a line contact with the second region 230b. The minimum radius of curvature of the second region 230b may correspond to the radius of the at least one second support member 530. For example, at least one second support member 530 may have a shape that is bent to have a curvature. According to an embodiment, at least one support member 530 may include a first roller 531 and a second roller 532.

[0131] The first roller 531 may be disposed between the second position p2 and the third position p3. For example, the first roller 531 may contact a portion of the second region 230b including the first position p1. According to an embodiment, the first roller 531 may be rotatable relative to the second region 230b. For example, the first roller 531 may contact an inner surface of the second region 230b and may be rotatable by movement of the second region 230b.

[0132] The second roller 532 may be disposed between the fourth position p4 and the third position p3. For example, the second roller 532 may contact another portion of the second region 230b including the fifth position p5. According to an embodiment, the second roller 532 may be rotatable relative to the second region 230b. For example, the second roller 532 may contact the inner surface of the second region 230b and may be rotatable by the movement of the second region 230b.

[0133] According to an embodiment, the second region 230b may include a material capable of protecting the second region 230b facing the first cover 311. For example, the second region 230b may include a protective material (not shown) applied on the outer surface of the second region 230b. For example, the protective material may include a self-repairing material that can automatically repair damage. For example, the protective material may include a coating material for enhancing the rigidity of the outer surface of the second region 230b. The coating material may include, for example, at least one of a siloxane hybrid and an acrylate, but is not limited thereto.

[0134] Reference Figure 8a According to an embodiment, the first support member 520 may be spaced apart from at least one second support member 530. For example, the first support member 520 may be disposed between the first roller 531 and the second roller 532. According to an embodiment, the first support member 520 may support the outer surface of the second region 230b facing the first cover 311.

[0135] Reference Figure 8b According to an embodiment, the first cover 311 may include a receiving groove 311e. Since the receiving groove 311e separates the second area 230b from the first cover 311, the contact between the second area 230b and the first cover 311 can be reduced. The receiving groove 311e may be provided on the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. For example, the receiving groove 311e may be formed by recessing at least a portion of the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. According to an embodiment, the size of the receiving groove 311e may correspond to the size of the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. For example, the height of the receiving groove 311e may correspond to the height of the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311, but is not limited thereto. For example, the height of the receiving groove 311e may be less than the height of the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311.

[0136] According to an embodiment, the receiving groove 311e may face the outer surface of the second region 230b. The receiving groove 311e may have a shape corresponding to the shape of the second region 230b facing the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. For example, the receiving groove 311e may be bent to have a curvature.

[0137] Reference Figure 8c, the first cover 311 may include a protective member 540. The protective member 540 may reduce damage to the second area 230b by contacting the first cover 311. For example, the protective member 540 may have the form of a tape including an adhesive material. For example, the protective member 540 may include Teflon, but is not limited thereto. According to an embodiment, when the protective member 540 is disposed on the first cover 311, the protective member 540 may face the second area 230b. For example, the protective member 540 may be disposed on the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. For example, the protective member 540 may be attached to the inner side surface 311d. According to an embodiment, the size of the protective member 540 may correspond to the size of the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. For example, the height of the protective member 540 may correspond to the height of the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311, but is not limited thereto. For example, the height of the protective member 540 may be less than the height of the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. According to an embodiment, the protection member 540 may be substantially parallel to the inner side surface 311 d of the first cover 311 .

[0138] Reference Figure 8d According to an embodiment, the first cover 311 may include at least one contact member 550. The at least one contact member 550 may alleviate the bending of the second region 230b. For example, the at least one contact member 550 may include a first contact member 551, a second contact member 552, a third contact member 553 and / or a fourth contact member 554.

[0139] The first contact member 551 may be disposed adjacent to the first position p1. For example, the first contact member 551 may contact the first roller 531, which contacts the portion of the second region 230b including the first position p1. The second contact member 552 may be spaced apart from the first contact member 551. For example, the second contact member 552 may contact the first roller 531. According to an embodiment, the first contact member 551 and the second contact member 552 may surround the first roller 531. For example, the first roller 531 may be disposed between the first contact member 551 and the second contact member 552. According to one embodiment, the second contact member 552 may contact the region 230b-1 of the second region 230b including the third position p3.

[0140] The third contact member 553 may be disposed adjacent to the fifth position p5. For example, the third contact member 553 may contact a portion of the second region 230b including the fifth position p5. The fourth contact member 554 may be spaced apart from the third contact member 553. According to an embodiment, the third contact member 553 and the fourth contact member 554 may surround the second roller 532. For example, the second roller 532 may be disposed between the third contact member 553 and the fourth contact member 554. According to an embodiment, the fourth contact member 554 may contact the region 230b-1 including the third position p3 of the second region 230b. For example, the fourth contact member 554 may be spaced apart from the second contact member 552.

[0141] For example, in the case where at least one contact member 550 is omitted, the curvature of the second region 230b may change sharply between the second position p2 and the third position p3 and / or between the third position p3 and the fourth position p4. In the case where the curvature of the second region 230b changes sharply, the second region 230b may be damaged by the stress generated in the second region 230b. The electronic device 101 according to the embodiment may provide a structure capable of gradually changing the curvature of the second region 230b by supporting a plurality of contact members 551, 552, 553 and 554 of portions of the second region 230b adjacent to the first roller 531 and the second roller 532, respectively. The electronic device 101 according to the embodiment may provide a structure capable of reducing damage to the second region 230b because the curvature of the second region 230b changes gradually.

[0142] As described above, the electronic device 101 according to the embodiment may provide a structure in which the first position p1 having the smallest curvature radius in the second area 230b is spaced apart from the second position p2 and the third position p3 by at least one second supporting member 530 supporting the second area 230b.

[0143] Figures 9a to 9c is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of cutting an exemplary electronic device according to an embodiment.

[0144] Reference Figures 9a to 9c According to an embodiment, the second region 230b may include a first extension portion 931, a second extension portion 932, and / or a third extension portion 933. According to an embodiment, the first extension portion 931, the second extension portion 932, and / or the third extension portion 933 may each mean a portion of the second region 230b disposed within the first cover 311 in the first state of the electronic device 101.

[0145] The first extension portion 931 may have a curvature and may be bent. For example, when the first extension portion 931 is bent relative to the first inner surface 311b, the first extension portion 931 may have a curvature. According to an embodiment, the first extension portion 931 may face the first inner surface 311b and the inner side surface 311d. For example, the first extension portion 931 may be close to the first inner surface 311b between the first inner surface 311b and the second inner surface 311c. According to an embodiment, a first position p1 having the minimum curvature in the second region 230b may be defined in the first extension portion 931. For example, the first position p1 may be included in the first extension portion 931. For example, the first position p1 may be located in the first extension portion 931.

[0146] The second extension portion 932 may have a curvature and may be bent. For example, when the second extension portion 932 is bent relative to the second inner surface 311c, the second extension portion 932 may have a curvature. The second extension portion 932 may be spaced apart from the first extension portion 931. According to an embodiment, the second extension portion 932 may face the second inner surface 311c and the inner side surface 311d. For example, the second extension portion 932 may be close to the second inner surface 311c among the first inner surface 311b and the second inner surface 311c. According to an embodiment, a fifth position p5 in the second region 230b may be defined in the second extension portion 932, and the fifth position p5 has a radius of curvature corresponding to the radius of curvature of the first position p1. For example, the fifth position p5 may be included in the second extension portion 932. For example, the fifth position p5 may be located in the second extension portion 932.

[0147] The third extension portion 933 may connect the first extension portion 931 and the second extension portion 932. For example, the third extension portion 933 may be substantially perpendicular to the first inner surface 311b. For example, the third extension portion 933 may not have a curvature. For example, the third extension portion 933 may be substantially parallel to the inner side surface 311d. For example, the third extension portion 933 may be substantially perpendicular to the second inner surface 311c. According to an embodiment, a third position p3 may be defined in the third extension portion 933, in which a virtual surface tangent to the second region 230b faces a direction perpendicular to the first region (e.g., Figure 5a For example, the third position p3 may be included in the third extension portion 933. For example, the third position p3 may be located in the third extension portion 933.

[0148] According to an embodiment, the first cover 311 may include at least one third support member 560. At least one third support member 560 may support the second region 230b. For example, the second region 230b supported by at least one third support member 560 may have a curvature. According to an embodiment, at least one third support member 560 may face the outer surface of the first cover 311 facing the second region 230b. For example, at least one third support member 560 may contact the outer surface of the second region 230b. According to an embodiment, at least one third support member 560 may be provided in the first cover 311. For example, at least one third support member 560 may be coupled to the first cover 311 to be rotatable relative to the first cover 311, but is not limited thereto. For example, at least one third support member 560 may be fastened in the first cover 311.

[0149] Reference Figure 9a According to an embodiment, at least one third supporting member 560 may include a third roller 561 and a fourth roller 562. The third roller 561 may be disposed between the first inner surface 311b and the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. For example, the third roller 561 may face the first inner surface 311b and the inner side surface 311d. For example, the position of the third roller 561 may correspond to the position where the first inner surface 311b contacts the inner side surface 311d. According to an embodiment, the third roller 561 may contact the first extension portion 931. The third roller 561 may be defined in a first position p1 having a minimum curvature in the second region 230b. For example, the first position p1 may be defined in the first extension portion 931 of the second region 230b in contact with the third roller 561. For example, the position where the third roller 561 contacts the second region 230b may be substantially the same as the first position p1.

[0150] The fourth roller 562 may be disposed between the second inner surface 311c and the inner side surface 311d. For example, the fourth roller 562 may face the second inner surface 311c and the inner side surface 311d. For example, the position of the fourth roller 562 may correspond to the position where the second inner surface 311c contacts the inner side surface 311d. According to an embodiment, the fourth roller 562 may contact the second extension portion 932. The fourth roller 562 may define a fifth position p5 of the second region 230b, the fifth position p5 having a radius of curvature corresponding to the radius of curvature of the first position p1. For example, the fifth position p5 may be defined in the second extension portion 932 of the second region 230b in contact with the fourth roller 562. For example, the position where the fourth roller 562 contacts the second region 230b may be substantially the same as the fifth position p5.

[0151] Reference Figure 9bAccording to an embodiment, at least one third supporting member 560 may include a fifth roller 563, a sixth roller 564, a seventh roller 565 and / or an eighth roller 566. The fifth roller 563 may be disposed on the first inner surface 311b. According to an embodiment, the fifth roller 563 may contact the outer surface of the second region 230b. For example, the fifth roller 563 may contact the first extension portion 931 of the second region 230b. The sixth roller 564 may be disposed on the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. The sixth roller 564 may be spaced apart from the fifth roller 563. According to an embodiment, the sixth roller 564 may contact the outer surface of the second region 230b. For example, the sixth roller 564 may contact the first extension portion 931 of the second region 230b. According to an embodiment, the first position p1 having the minimum curvature in the second region 230b may be defined between the fifth roller 563 and the sixth roller 564. For example, the first position p1 may be located in the first extension portion 931 between the fifth roller 563 and the sixth roller 564.

[0152] The seventh roller 565 may be disposed on the second inner surface 311c of the first cover 311. According to an embodiment, the seventh roller 565 may contact the outer surface of the second region 230b. For example, the seventh roller 565 may contact the second extension portion 932 of the second region 230b. The eighth roller 566 may be disposed on the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. The eighth roller 566 may be spaced apart from the seventh roller 565. The eighth roller 566 may be spaced apart from the sixth roller 564 on the inner side surface 311d of the first cover 311. For example, the eighth roller 566 may be spaced apart from the sixth roller 564 in the direction (e.g., -z direction) facing the first inner surface 311b. According to an embodiment, a fifth position p5 having a radius of curvature corresponding to the radius of curvature of the first position p1 in the second region 230b may be defined between the seventh roller 565 and the eighth roller 566. For example, the fifth position p5 may be located in the second extension portion 932 between the seventh roller 565 and the eighth roller 566.

[0153] Reference Fig.9c , at least one third supporting member 560 may include a ninth roller 567. The ninth roller 567 may be spaced apart from the fifth roller 563 disposed on the first inner surface 311b. The ninth roller 567 may be spaced apart from the seventh roller 565 disposed on the second inner surface 311c. According to an embodiment, the ninth roller 567 may contact the outer surface of the second region 230b. For example, the ninth roller 567 may contact the third extension portion 933 of the second region 230b. According to an embodiment, the ninth roller 567 may contact the third position p3 of the second region 230b. The first position p1 of the second region 230b may be defined between the fifth roller 563 and the ninth roller 567. The fifth position p5 of the second region 230b may be defined between the seventh roller 565 and the ninth roller 567.

[0154] As described above, the electronic device 101 according to the embodiment may provide a structure in which the first position p1, the second position p2, and the third position p3 are spaced apart by at least one third supporting member 560 supporting the second region 230b.

[0155] Fig.10 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of cutting an exemplary electronic device according to an embodiment.

[0156] Reference Fig.10 , the first cover 311 may include at least one fourth support member 570. At least one fourth support member 570 may be disposed on an inner surface of the second region 230b, which is opposite to the outer surface of the second region 230b facing the first cover 311. At least one fourth support member 570 may contact the inner surface of the second region 230b. According to an embodiment, at least one fourth support member 570 may be disposed in the first cover 311. For example, at least one fourth support member 570 may be fastened in the first cover 311. According to an embodiment, at least one fourth support member 570 may form a surface contact with the second region 230b. When the surface contact between at least one fourth support member 570 and the second region 230b is formed, the curvature change of the second region 230b in the first cover 311 may become gentle. As the curvature change of the second region 230b becomes gentle, damage to the second region 230b may be reduced. For example, the at least one fourth support member 570 may include a first support portion 571 and a second support portion 572.

[0157] The first supporting portion 571 may contact a portion of the first extension portion 931 and the third extension portion 933 of the second region 230b. The first supporting portion 571 may contact a portion of the second region 230b including a first position p1 having a minimum curvature and a second position p2 of the second region 230b. For example, the first supporting portion 571 may contact a portion of the second region 230b including the first position p1, the second position p2, and the third position p3 of the second region 230b.

[0158] The second supporting portion 572 may contact another portion of the second extension portion 932 and the third extension portion 933 of the second region 230b. The second supporting portion 572 may contact another portion of the second region 230b including the fourth position p4 and the fifth position p5. For example, the second supporting portion 572 may contact another portion of the second region 230b including the fourth position p4, the fifth position p5, and the third position p3.

[0159] As described above, the electronic device 101 according to the embodiment may provide a structure capable of reducing a sharp change in curvature within the second region 230 b by at least one fourth supporting member 570 making surface contact with the second region 230 b .

[0160] The display of the electronic device may be slidable relative to a cover surrounding the display. In order to expand the display, a portion of the display may be bent to have a curvature within the cover. In the case where the area of ​​the display covered by the cover increases, the area of ​​the display visible from the outside of the electronic device may be reduced. The electronic device may require a structure capable of supporting the display within the cover in order to expand the area of ​​the display visible from the outside.

[0161] According to an electronic device (eg, Figure 5a and Figure 5b The electronic device 101 may include a first cover (eg, Figure 5a and Figure 5b According to an embodiment, the electronic device may include a second cover (eg, Figure 5a According to an embodiment, the electronic device may include a display (eg, Figure 5a and Figure 5b The display 230 includes a first area (eg, Figure 5a A first region 230a) and a second region extending from the first region (eg, Figure 5a The second region 230b is exposed to the outside of the first cover as the second cover moves in the first direction, or is rolled to have a changed curvature in the first cover as the second cover moves in the second direction. According to an embodiment, the second region has a minimum curvature radius (e.g., Figure 5b The first position of the minimum curvature radius r1) (for example, Figure 5b The first position p1) may be located at a second position of the second region (eg, Figure 5b The second position p2) and the third position of the second area (for example, Figure 5b In the second position, a virtual surface (eg, Figure 5b The direction facing the virtual surface s2) corresponds to the direction facing the first region, and in the third position, the virtual surface (eg, Figure 5b The direction facing the virtual surface s3) is perpendicular to the direction facing the first region. According to an embodiment, the virtual surface tangent to the first position (eg, Figure 5b The direction facing the virtual surface s1) may be tilted within a reference angle range relative to the direction facing the first region.

[0162] The electronic device according to the embodiment can provide a structure in which the area of ​​the display covered by the first cover is reduced because the first position where the virtual surface faces a direction tilted relative to the direction faced by the first area is spaced apart from the second position and the third position of the second area.

[0163] According to an embodiment, the minimum curvature radius of the second region may be smaller than the inner side surface of the first cover perpendicular to the direction in which the first region faces (eg, Figure 5b half the height of the inner surface 311d).

[0164] Since the minimum curvature radius of the first position is smaller than a half of the inner side surface of the first cover, the electronic device according to the embodiment can provide a structure that reduces the area of ​​the display covered by the first cover.

[0165] According to an embodiment, the electronic device may include at least one guide rod (eg, Figure 5a and Figure 5b According to an embodiment, the electronic device may include a guide rail (eg, Figure 5a and Figure 5b The guide rail 512 includes a guide groove (eg, Figure 5a and Figure 5b The guide groove 512c is arranged in the first cover and surrounded by the display. According to an embodiment, the guide groove can extend along the guide rail so that the first position is located on the edge of the guide rail.

[0166] The electronic device according to the embodiment may provide a structure in which a first position is distinguished from a second position and a third position by at least one guide rod guiding movement of a display and a guide rail guiding movement of at least one guide rod.

[0167] According to an embodiment, the first cover may include a first supporting member (eg, Figure 6 The first support member 520 is provided on an inner side surface of the first cover perpendicular to the direction in which the first region faces (eg, Figure 5b The inner surface 311d) corresponds to the third position.

[0168] The electronic device according to the embodiment can provide a structure that reduces bending of the inner side surface of the display close to the first cover by the first supporting member corresponding to the third position.

[0169] According to an embodiment, the first supporting member may be rotatable relative to the second region.

[0170] The electronic device according to the embodiment can provide a structure that reduces bending of the inner side surface of the display close to the first cover by the rotatable first supporting member.

[0171] According to an embodiment, the first cover may include at least one second supporting member (eg, Figures 8a to 8d A second support member 530 is provided, the at least one second support member supporting an inner surface of the second region, the inner surface of the second region being opposite to an outer surface of the second region facing the first cover. According to an embodiment, the minimum curvature radius of the second region may correspond to a radius of the at least one second support member.

[0172] The electronic device according to the embodiment may provide a structure which reduces the area of ​​the display covered by the first cover by at least one second supporting member corresponding to the minimum curvature radius of the second area.

[0173] According to an embodiment, the at least one second supporting member may include a first roller (eg, Figures 8a to 8d The first roller 531 is disposed between the second position and the third position and is rotatable relative to the second region. According to an embodiment, at least one second supporting member may include a second roller (eg, Figures 8a to 8d The second roller 532 is disposed between a third position and a fourth position of the second region, and is rotatable relative to the second region, wherein in the fourth position, a virtual surface tangent to the second region faces a direction opposite to a direction facing the first region. According to an embodiment, a fifth position of the second region having a radius of curvature corresponding to the radius of curvature of the first position may be located between the third position and the fourth position.

[0174] The electronic device according to the embodiment may provide a structure that reduces an area of ​​the display covered by the first cover by the first roller and the second roller of at least one second supporting member.

[0175] According to an embodiment, the first cover may include a receiving groove (eg, Figure 8b The receiving groove 311e is formed by recessing at least a portion of the inner surface of the first cover perpendicular to the direction in which the first region faces. According to an embodiment, the receiving groove may have a shape corresponding to the second region of the inner surface facing the first cover.

[0176] The electronic device according to the embodiment may provide a structure that reduces contact between the second region and the first cover by the receiving groove of the first cover facing the second region.

[0177] According to an embodiment, the electronic device may include a third roller (eg, Figure 9aA third roller 561 is provided between a first inner surface of the first cover and an inner side surface of the first cover, the first inner surface of the first cover faces a direction opposite to the direction facing the first region, and the inner side surface of the first cover is perpendicular to the direction facing the first region. According to an embodiment, the first position may be defined within a portion of the second region that contacts the third roller.

[0178] The electronic device according to the embodiment may provide a structure that reduces the area of ​​the display covered by the first cover by the third roller.

[0179] According to an embodiment, the electronic device may include a fourth roller (eg, Figure 9a According to an embodiment, a position of the second region having a radius of curvature corresponding to the radius of curvature of the first position may be defined within another portion of the second region in contact with the fourth roller.

[0180] The electronic device according to the embodiment may provide a structure which reduces the area of ​​the display covered by the first cover by the fourth roller.

[0181] According to an embodiment, the electronic device may include a fifth roller (eg, Figure 9b A fifth roller 563 is provided on the first inner surface of the first cover facing the direction opposite to the direction facing the first region. According to an embodiment, the electronic device may include a sixth roller (eg, Figure 9b The sixth roller 564 is provided on the inner side surface of the first cover perpendicular to the direction in which the first region faces. According to an embodiment, the first position may be defined between the fifth roller and the sixth roller.

[0182] The electronic device according to the embodiment may provide a structure which reduces the area of ​​the display covered by the first cover by the fifth roller and the sixth roller.

[0183] According to an embodiment, the electronic device may include a seventh roller (eg, Figure 9b According to an embodiment, the position of the second area having a radius of curvature corresponding to the radius of curvature of the first position may be defined between the sixth roller and the seventh roller.

[0184] The electronic device according to the embodiment may provide a structure which reduces the area of ​​the display covered by the first cover by the seventh roller.

[0185] According to an embodiment, the electronic device may include a seventh roller disposed on the second inner surface of the first cover facing the first inner surface. According to an embodiment, the electronic device may include an eighth roller (eg, Figure 9bThe eighth roller 566 is disposed on the inner side surface of the first cover and is spaced apart from the sixth roller. According to an embodiment, a position of the second region having a radius of curvature corresponding to the radius of curvature of the first position may be defined between the seventh roller and the eighth roller.

[0186] The electronic device according to the embodiment may provide a structure which reduces the area of ​​the display covered by the first cover by the seventh roller and the eighth roller.

[0187] According to an embodiment, the first cover may include a protection member (eg, Figure 8c A protective member 540 is provided on an inner side surface of the first cover perpendicular to a direction facing the first area and facing the second area.

[0188] The electronic device according to the embodiment can provide a structure capable of reducing damage to the display by the protection member facing the second area.

[0189] According to an embodiment, the first cover may include a first inner surface facing a direction opposite to the direction facing the first region (eg, Figure 5b According to an embodiment, the first cover may include a second inner surface (eg, Figure 5b According to an embodiment, the first position may be close to the first inner surface of the first inner surface and the second inner surface.

[0190] The electronic device according to the embodiment can provide a structure capable of reducing the area of ​​the display covered by the first cover because the first position having the smallest radius of curvature is located close to the first inner surface.

[0191] According to an electronic device (eg, Figure 5a and Figure 5b The electronic device 101 may include a first cover (eg, Figure 5a and Figure 5b According to an embodiment, the electronic device may include a second cover (eg, Figure 5a The second cover 321 is at least partially surrounded by the first cover and is slidable relative to the first cover in a first direction or a second direction opposite to the first direction. According to an embodiment, the electronic device may include a display (eg, Figure 5a and Figure 5b The display 230 includes a first area (eg, Figure 5a A first region 230a) and a second region extending from the first region (eg, Figure 5aThe second region 230b is exposed to the outside of the second cover as the second cover moves in the first direction, or the second region is covered by the first cover as the second cover moves in the second direction. According to an embodiment, the second region has a minimum radius of curvature (e.g., Figure 5b The first position of the minimum curvature radius r1) (for example, Figure 5b The first position p1) may be located at a second position of the second region (eg, Figure 5b The second position p2) and the third position of the second area (for example, Figure 5b In the second position, a virtual surface (eg, Figure 5b The direction facing the virtual surface s2) corresponds to the direction facing the first region, and in the third position, the virtual surface (eg, Figure 5b The direction facing the virtual surface s3) is perpendicular to the direction facing the first region. According to an embodiment, the virtual surface tangent to the first position (eg, Figure 5b The direction facing the virtual surface s1 of the first region may be inclined within a reference angle range relative to the direction facing the first region. According to an embodiment, the minimum curvature radius may be smaller than the inner side surface of the first cover (eg, Figure 5b half the height of the inner surface 311d).

[0192] The electronic device according to the embodiment can provide a structure that reduces the area of ​​the display covered by the first cover because the first position where the virtual surface faces a direction tilted relative to the direction faced by the first area is spaced apart from the second position and the third position of the second area.

[0193] According to an embodiment, the electronic device may include at least one guide rod (eg, Figure 5a and Figure 5b According to an embodiment, the electronic device may include a guide rail (eg, Figure 5a and Figure 5b The guide rail 512 includes a guide groove (eg, Figure 5a and Figure 5b The guide groove 512c is arranged in the first cover and is surrounded by the display. According to an embodiment, the guide groove can extend along the guide rail so that the first position is located on the edge of the guide rail.

[0194] The electronic device according to the embodiment may provide a structure in which a first position is distinguished from a second position and a third position by at least one guide rod guiding movement of a display and a guide rail guiding movement of the at least one guide rod.

[0195] According to an embodiment, the first cover may include a first supporting member (eg, Figure 6 The first support member 520 is provided on an inner side surface of the first cover perpendicular to the direction in which the first region faces (eg, Figure 5b The inner surface 311d) corresponds to the third position.

[0196] The electronic device according to the embodiment can provide a structure that reduces bending of the inner side surface of the display close to the first cover by the first supporting member corresponding to the third position.

[0197] According to an embodiment, the first cover may include at least one second supporting member (eg, Figures 8a to 8d A second support member 530 is provided, the at least one second support member supporting an inner surface of the second region, the inner surface of the second region being opposite to an outer surface of the second region facing the first cover. According to an embodiment, the minimum curvature radius of the second region may correspond to a radius of the at least one second support member.

[0198] The electronic device according to the embodiment may provide a structure which reduces the area of ​​the display covered by the first cover by at least one second supporting member corresponding to the minimum curvature radius of the second area.

[0199] According to an embodiment, the first cover may include a receiving groove (eg, Figure 8b The receiving groove 311e is formed by recessing at least a portion of the inner surface of the first cover perpendicular to the direction in which the first region faces. According to an embodiment, the receiving groove may have a shape corresponding to the shape of the second region of the inner surface facing the first cover.

[0200] The electronic device according to the embodiment may provide a structure that reduces contact between the second region and the first cover by the receiving groove of the first cover facing the second region.

[0201] The electronic device according to various embodiments may be one of various types of electronic devices. The electronic device may include, for example, a portable communication device (e.g., a smart phone), a computer device, a portable multimedia device, a portable medical device, a camera, a wearable device, or a household appliance. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the electronic device is not limited to those electronic devices described above.

[0202] It should be understood that the various embodiments of the present disclosure and the terms used therein are not intended to limit the technical features set forth herein to specific embodiments, but include various changes, equivalent forms or alternative forms for the corresponding embodiments. For the description of the accompanying drawings, similar reference numerals may be used to refer to similar or related elements. It will be understood that the nouns in the singular form corresponding to the term may include one or more things unless the relevant context clearly indicates otherwise. As used herein, each of the phrases such as "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B or C", "at least one of A, B and C" and "at least one of A, B or C" may include any one or all possible combinations of the items listed together with the corresponding one of the multiple phrases. As used herein, terms such as "1st" and "2nd" or "first" and "second" may be used to simply distinguish the corresponding component from another component, and do not limit the component in other aspects (e.g., importance or order). It will be understood that if an element (e.g., a first element) is referred to as being “combined with” or “connected with” another element (e.g., a second element) when the term “operably” or “communicatively” is used or when the term “operably” or “communicatively” is not used, it means that the element can be directly (e.g., wired) connected to the other element, wirelessly connected to the other element, or connected to the other element via a third element.

[0203] As used in connection with various embodiments of the present disclosure, the term "module" may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with other terms (e.g., "logic," "logic block," "portion," or "circuit"). A module may be a single integrated component adapted to perform one or more functions or a minimum unit or portion of the single integrated component. For example, according to an embodiment, a module may be implemented in the form of an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0204] The various embodiments described herein may be implemented as software (e.g., program 140) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., internal memory 136 or external memory 138) that can be read by a machine (e.g., electronic device 101). For example, under the control of a processor, a processor (e.g., processor 120) of the machine (e.g., electronic device 101) may call at least one of the one or more instructions stored in the storage medium and execute the at least one instruction with or without the use of one or more other components. This enables the machine to operate to perform at least one function according to the at least one instruction called. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code that can be executed by an interpreter. The machine-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Among them, the term "non-transitory" only means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not include signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves), but the term does not distinguish between the case where data is semi-permanently stored in the storage medium and the case where data is temporarily stored in the storage medium.

[0205] According to an embodiment, the method according to various embodiments of the present disclosure may be included and provided in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded between a seller and a buyer as a product. The computer program product may be released in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., a compact disk read-only memory (CD-ROM)), or may be downloaded via an application store (e.g., PlayStore). TM ) the computer program product may be published (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) online, or the computer program product may be distributed (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones). If published online, at least part of the computer program product may be temporarily generated, or at least part of the computer program product may be at least temporarily stored in a machine-readable storage medium (such as a memory of a manufacturer's server, a server of an application store, or a forwarding server).

[0206] According to various embodiments, each of the above-mentioned components (e.g., a module or a program) may include a single entity or multiple entities, and some of the multiple entities may be separately arranged in different components. According to various embodiments, one or more of the above-mentioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components may be added. Alternatively or additionally, multiple components (e.g., a module or a program) may be integrated into a single component. In this case, according to various embodiments, the integrated component may still perform the one or more functions of each of the multiple components in the same or similar manner as a corresponding one of the multiple components performing one or more functions before integration. According to various embodiments, the operations performed by a module, a program or another component may be performed sequentially, in parallel, repeatedly or in a heuristic manner, or one or more of the operations may be run or omitted in a different order, or one or more other operations may be added.

Claims

1. An electronic device (101), comprising: first cover (311); a second cover (321) movable relative to the first cover (311) in a first direction (261) or in a second direction (262) opposite to the first direction (261); and A display (230) comprising a first area (230a), the first area (230a) being exposed to the outside of the first cover (311) independently of the movement of the second cover (321) in the first direction (261) and the movement of the second cover (321) in the second direction (262), and a second region (230b) extending from the first region (230a), wherein the second region (230b) is exposed to the outside of the first cover (311) as the second cover (321) moves in the first direction (261), or the second region (230b) is rolled into the inside of the first cover (311) as the second cover (321) moves in the second direction (262), and Wherein, the first position (p1) having the smallest radius of curvature in the second region (230b) is located between the following positions: a second position (p2) of the second region (230b), in which, in the second position (p2), a virtual surface (s2) tangent to the second region (230b) bent in the first cover (311) to have a curvature faces a direction corresponding to a direction faced by the first region (230a); and a third position (p3) of the second region (230b), in which the direction in which the virtual surface (s3) faces is perpendicular to the direction in which the first region (230a) faces, and The direction facing the virtual surface (s1) tangent to the first position (p1) is inclined within a reference angle range relative to the direction facing the first area (230a).

2. The electronic device according to claim 1, in, The minimum radius of curvature of the second region (230b) is smaller than half the height of an inner side surface (311d) of the first cover (311) perpendicular to the direction in which the first region (230a) faces.

3. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 and 2, further comprising: at least one guide rod (511) disposed on an inner surface of the second area (230b) between the first area (230a) and the second area (230b) to guide movement of the second area (230b); and a guide rail (512), comprising a guide groove (512c) for accommodating the at least one guide rod (511), disposed in the first cover (311) and surrounded by the display (230); and The guide groove (512c) extends along the guide rail (512), so that the first position (p1) is located on the edge of the guide rail.

4. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, in, The first cover (311) comprises: A first supporting member (520) is disposed on the inner side surface (311d) of the first cover (311) perpendicular to the direction in which the first region (230a) faces, and is disposed at a position corresponding to the third position (p3).

5. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, in, The first supporting member (520) is rotatable relative to the second region (230b).

6. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, in, The first cover (311) comprises: at least one second supporting member (530) supporting an inner surface of the second region (230b), the inner surface of the second region (230b) being opposite to an outer surface of the second region (230b) facing the first cover (311), and Wherein, the minimum radius of curvature of the second region (230b) corresponds to the radius of the at least one second supporting member (530).

7. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, in, The at least one second supporting member (530) comprises: a first roller (531) disposed between the second position (p2) and the third position (p3), and rotatable relative to the second region (230b); and a second roller (532) disposed between the third position (p3) and a fourth position (p4) of the second region (230b), wherein in the fourth position the virtual surface tangent to the second region (230b) faces a direction opposite to the direction faced by the first region (230a), and is rotatable relative to the second region (230b); and The fifth position (p5) of the second area (230b) is located between the third position (p3) and the fourth position (p4), and the fifth position (p5) has a curvature radius corresponding to the curvature radius of the first position (p1).

8. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, in, The first cover (311) comprises: a receiving groove (311e) formed by recessing at least a portion of the inner side surface (311d) of the first cover (311) perpendicular to the direction in which the first region (230a) faces, and The receiving groove (311e) has a shape corresponding to the second area (230b) of the inner side surface (311d) facing the first cover (311).

9. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 8, further comprising: a third roller (561) disposed between a first inner surface (311b) of the first cover (311) facing in a direction opposite to the direction in which the first region (230a) faces and an inner side surface (311d) of the first cover (311) perpendicular to the direction in which the first region (230a) faces, and The first position (p1) is defined within a portion of the second region (230b) that is in contact with the third roller (561).

10. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 9, further comprising: a fourth roller (562) disposed between a second inner surface (311c) of the first cover (311) facing the first inner surface (311b) and the inner side surface (311d); and The position (p5) of the second region (230b) having the radius of curvature corresponding to the radius of curvature of the first position (p1) is defined within another portion of the second region (230b) in contact with the fourth roller (562).

11. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 10, further comprising: a fifth roller (563) disposed on the first inner surface (311b) of the first cover (311) facing the direction opposite to the direction facing the first area (230a); as well as a sixth roller (564) disposed on the inner surface (311d) of the first cover (311) perpendicular to the direction in which the first region (230a) faces, and The first position (p1) is defined between the fifth roller (563) and the sixth roller (564).

12. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 11, further comprising: a seventh roller (565) disposed on the second inner surface (311c) of the first cover (311) facing the first inner surface (311b), and Wherein, the position (p5) of the second region (230b) having the radius of curvature corresponding to the radius of curvature of the first position (p1) is defined between the sixth roller (564) and the seventh roller (565).

13. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 12, further comprising: The seventh roller is arranged on the second inner surface (311c) of the first cover (311) facing the first inner surface (311b); as well as an eighth roller, disposed on the inner side surface (311d) of the first cover (311), spaced apart from the sixth roller (564), and The position of the second region (230b) having the radius of curvature corresponding to the radius of curvature of the first position (p1) is defined between the seventh roller and the eighth roller.

14. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 13, in, The first cover (311) comprises: A protective member (540) is disposed on the inner side surface (311d) of the first cover (311) which is perpendicular to the direction facing the first region (230a) and faces the second region (230b).

15. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 14, in, The first cover (311) comprises: The first inner surface (311b) faces the direction opposite to the direction faced by the first region (230a); and The second inner surface (311c) faces the first inner surface (311b) and is spaced apart from the first inner surface (311b); and The first position (p1) is closer to the first inner surface (311b) between the first inner surface (311b) and the second inner surface (311c).

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