Display device and vehicle

Abstract

The invention provides a display device and a vehicle. A display device according to one exemplary embodiment of the present specification includes: a first pixel group including a plurality of pixels; a first microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels of the first pixel group; and a first light shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels of the first pixel group, in which the first light shielding member is disposed at at least one of one side and the other side of the first microlens in the first direction.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This specification relates to a display device and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of the information society, the requirements for display devices used to display images are increasing, and various types of display devices (such as liquid crystal display (LCD) devices and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display devices) are being utilized.

[0003] In display devices, OLED displays offer several advantages: as self-emissive devices, they have wider viewing angles and higher contrast ratios, and are lighter, thinner, and consume less power than LCDs because they do not require a separate backlight. Furthermore, OLED displays can be driven at low voltages, have fast response times, and, most importantly, are inexpensive to manufacture.

[0004] OLED displays can also be used in displays installed in vehicles.

[0005] The descriptions provided in the background section should not be considered prior art simply because they are mentioned in or associated with the background section. The background section may contain information describing one or more aspects of the subject matter art. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The inventors of this application have discovered that, in display devices installed in vehicles, displays in front of the driver's seat and the front passenger seat need to limit the driver's field of vision based on the driver's driving situation. The display devices also need to limit the field of vision based on the user's needs for privacy and information protection.

[0007] This specification aims to provide a display device with an improved aesthetic design.

[0008] This specification also aims to provide a display device in which the path of light emitted from the light-emitting part can be easily controlled.

[0009] This specification also aims to provide a display device in which brightness degradation of the displayed image can be reduced, suppressed, or prevented.

[0010] This specification also aims to provide a display device in which image distortion can be reduced, suppressed, or prevented.

[0011] This specification also aims to provide a display device in which brightness degradation of the display device can be reduced, suppressed, or prevented, thereby minimizing the reduction in luminous efficiency.

[0012] The purpose of this specification is not limited to the above-mentioned purposes, and its technical purpose can be inferred from the following embodiments.

[0013] According to an exemplary embodiment of this specification, a display device is provided, the display device comprising: a first pixel group including a plurality of pixels; a first microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the first pixel group; and a first light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the first pixel group, wherein the first light-shielding member is disposed at at least one of one side and the other side of the first microlens in a first direction.

[0014] According to another exemplary embodiment of this specification, a display device is provided, the display device comprising: a first pixel group including a plurality of pixels; a third pixel group including a plurality of pixels; a first microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the first pixel group; a third microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the third pixel group; a first light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the first pixel group; and a third light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the third pixel group, wherein the first light-shielding member is disposed on one side of the first microlens in a first direction, and the third light-shielding member is disposed on the other side of the third microlens in the first direction.

[0015] Details of other implementation methods are included in the detailed embodiments and accompanying drawings.

[0016] According to exemplary embodiments of this specification, a display device with improved aesthetics can be provided.

[0017] According to the exemplary embodiments described in this specification, the path of light emitted from the light-emitting part can be easily controlled.

[0018] According to the exemplary embodiments of this specification, the brightness degradation of the display screen can be reduced, suppressed, or prevented.

[0019] According to the exemplary embodiments described in this specification, image distortion can be reduced, suppressed, or prevented.

[0020] According to the exemplary embodiments of this specification, the brightness degradation of the display device can be reduced, suppressed, or prevented, thereby suppressing or preventing the reduction of luminous efficiency.

[0021] According to exemplary embodiments of this specification, brightness degradation of the display device can be reduced, suppressed, or prevented, thereby reducing power consumption.

[0022] However, the effects that can be obtained from this specification are not limited to those described above, and based on the following description, those skilled in the art will be able to clearly understand other effects not mentioned.

[0023] It should be understood that the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and illustrative, and are intended to provide further explanation of the claimed inventive concept. Attached Figure Description

[0024] The accompanying drawings are included to provide a further understanding of this disclosure, and are incorporated in and constitute a part of this application. The drawings illustrate embodiments of the disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the disclosure. In the drawings:

[0025] Figure 1 This is a plan view of a display device according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0026] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of region Q1 in the image.

[0027] Figure 3 Is only shown Figure 2 The view of the display panel.

[0028] Figure 4 This is a plan view illustrating the pixel arrangement of a display panel according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0029] Figure 5 It is along Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of line D-D' in the diagram.

[0030] Figure 6 It is along Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of line E-E' in the diagram.

[0031] Figure 7 It is along Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of line F-F' in the diagram.

[0032] Figure 8 These were taken from different angles. Figure 5 A cross-sectional view of the touch portion.

[0033] Figure 9 It is shown Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the path of light in the image.

[0034] Figure 10 It is shown Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the path of light in the image.

[0035] Figure 11 It is shown Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the path of light in the image.

[0036] Figure 12 It is along Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of line A-A' in the diagram.

[0037] Figure 13It is along Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of line B-B' in the diagram.

[0038] Figure 14 It is along Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of line C-C' in the diagram.

[0039] Figure 15 This is a plan view illustrating the pixel arrangement of a display panel according to another exemplary embodiment.

[0040] Figure 16 This is a plan view illustrating the pixel arrangement of a display panel according to yet another exemplary embodiment.

[0041] Figure 17 This is a plan view illustrating the pixel arrangement of a display panel according to yet another exemplary embodiment.

[0042] Figures 18 to 20 This is a cross-sectional view of the display panel of a display device according to yet another exemplary embodiment.

[0043] Figure 21 This is a plan view of a display device according to yet another exemplary embodiment.

[0044] Figure 22 yes Figure 21 A magnified view of region Q2 in the image.

[0045] Figure 23 It is along Figure 22 A cross-sectional view of line K-K' in the diagram.

[0046] Throughout the accompanying drawings and detailed embodiments, unless otherwise stated, the same reference numerals should be understood to refer to the same elements, features, and structures. For clarity, illustration, and convenience, the relative dimensions and depictions of these elements may be enlarged.

[0047] Description of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0048] 1: Display device

[0049] 100: Display panel

[0050] 101: Substrate

[0051] NCP: Notch

[0052] DA: Display Area

[0053] NDA: Non-display area

[0054] NDA1: First Non-Display Area

[0055] NDA2: Second Non-Display Area

[0056] N_NDA: Non-display area of ​​the notch

[0057] E_NDA: Extended non-display area

[0058] PA: Pad area

[0059] PX: pixel

[0060] PX: pixel

[0061] EA: Emitting area

[0062] NEA: Non-luminescent area

[0063] ML: Microlens

[0064] BW: Light-shielding component

[0065] DV: Divider line

[0066] EC: Center

[0067] 150: Light-emitting part

[0068] 170: Packaging section. Detailed Implementation

[0069] In the following description, embodiments will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the following description, detailed descriptions of well-known functions or configurations relevant to this document will be omitted where it is determined that such detailed descriptions would unnecessarily obscure the essential points of the inventive concept. The described process steps and / or operation sequences are illustrative; however, the order of steps and / or operations is not limited to the order set forth herein, and variations may be made as known in the art, except for steps and / or operations that must occur in a specific order. The names of the various elements used in the following description may be chosen solely for the convenience of drafting the specification, and therefore may differ from the names used in actual products. In the specification, when a first component (or area, layer, portion, etc.) is described as being "on" or "connected" or "attached" to a second component, it indicates that the first component may be directly "on" or directly connected / attached to the second component, or a third component may be disposed therebetween.

[0070] The advantages, features, and implementation methods of this disclosure will be illustrated by the following exemplary embodiments described with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, this disclosure may be implemented in different forms and should not be construed as limited to the exemplary embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these exemplary embodiments are provided to make this disclosure sufficiently comprehensive and complete to assist those skilled in the art in fully understanding its scope. Furthermore, this disclosure is limited only by the scope of the claims.

[0071] The shapes (e.g., dimensions, lengths, widths, heights, thicknesses, positions, radii, diameters, and areas), ratios, angles, quantities, etc., shown in the accompanying drawings used to describe various exemplary embodiments of this disclosure are given by way of example only. Therefore, this disclosure is not limited to the illustrations in the drawings. Any implementation described herein as "example" is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other implementations.

[0072] The same reference numerals denote the same components. Furthermore, in the drawings, the thickness, scale, and dimensions of the components are exaggerated for the purpose of effectively describing the technical content. The term "and / or" includes all combinations that can be defined by associated configurations.

[0073] The term "exemplary" is used to indicate that something is an example or illustration. All aspects are exemplary aspects. "Implementation method," "example," "aspect," etc., should not be construed as being preferred or advantageous over other implementations. Unless otherwise stated, an implementation method, an example, an exemplary implementation method, an aspect, etc., may refer to one or more implementation methods, one or more examples, one or more exemplary implementation methods, one or more aspects, etc. Furthermore, the term "may" encompasses all the meanings of the term "able to." When interpreting an element, even if no error range or tolerance range is explicitly described, the element should be interpreted as including the error range or tolerance range.

[0074] Terms such as first, second, "A", "B", "a", and "b" may be used to describe various components, but these components are not limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one component from another. For example, a first component may be referred to as a second component, and similarly, a second component may be referred to as a first component, without departing from the scope of the implementation. Unless the context clearly specifies otherwise, the singular form includes the plural form.

[0075] When describing temporal relationships, such as when time sequence is described as “after,” “following,” “next,” and “before,” discontinuous situations may be included unless more restrictive terms such as “exactly,” “immediately,” or “directly” are used.

[0076] The term "at least one" should be understood to include any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items. For example, "at least one of the first element, the second element, and the third element" means all combinations of the three listed elements, any combination of any two of the three elements, and each individual element, namely the first element, the second element, or the third element.

[0077] Terms such as “below,” “on the lower side,” “above,” and “on the upper side” are used to describe the relationships between the components shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are relative concepts and are described in relation to the directions marked in the drawings.

[0078] It should be understood that terms such as “comprising” or “having” are intended to specify the presence of features, quantities, steps, operations, components, parts or combinations thereof described in the specification, without precluding the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, quantities, steps, operations, components, parts or combinations thereof.

[0079] Features of the various exemplary embodiments of this disclosure may be partially or wholly coupled or combined with each other, and, as will be fully understood by those skilled in the art, may technically interoperate and drive each other in various ways. Embodiments of this disclosure may be performed independently of each other, or may be performed together in an interdependent relationship.

[0080] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein (including technical and scientific terms) have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which the exemplary embodiments pertain. It will also be further understood that terms such as those defined in common dictionaries should be interpreted as having a meaning consistent, for example, with their meaning in the context of the relevant field, and should not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly defined herein. For example, as one of ordinary skill in the art will understand, the terms “component” or “unit” can be applied to, for example, a single circuit or structure, an integrated circuit, a computational block of a circuit arrangement, or any structure configured to perform the described functions.

[0081] Figure 1 This is a plan view of a display device according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of region Q1 in the image. Figure 3 Is only shown Figure 2 The view of the display panel.

[0082] Figure 3 Except for the display panel 100, the flexible film COF, motherboard MB, and driver IC DIC are omitted. Figure 2 The view. In Figure 3 In the text, the proportions between components have been adjusted for ease of description.

[0083] Reference Figures 1 to 3 The display device 1 may be a device that includes both a display function for displaying images and a touch sensing function for sensing user touches, but is not limited thereto. For example, the display device 1 may include only one of the display function for displaying images and the touch sensing function for sensing user touches.

[0084] As an example, display device 1 may be an electroluminescent display device including a touch sensor or a micro light-emitting diode display device, but is not limited thereto. An electroluminescent display device including a touch sensor may be an organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display device, a quantum dot light-emitting diode display device, or an inorganic light-emitting diode display device, but is not limited thereto.

[0085] The display device 1 according to this embodiment may be a vehicle display device, but is not limited thereto. For example, as long as the display device includes a display function, the description of the display device 1 can be applied and is not limited to the type of device.

[0086] When the display device 1 according to this embodiment is a vehicle display device, the display device 1 may include functions for operating at least some of the various functions of the vehicle, functions for displaying various information about the vehicle, etc., but is not limited thereto. As an example, even when the display device 1 according to this embodiment is a vehicle display device, the display device 1 may not include vehicle-related functions, but is not limited thereto.

[0087] When the display device 1 according to this embodiment is a vehicle display device, as an example, the display device 1 can be installed on the vehicle's dashboard. The display device 1 can be installed across the driver's seat and the front passenger seat located in the front seats of the vehicle, but is not limited thereto. As an example, the display device 1 can be installed in only one of the driver's seat and the front passenger seat. For example, the display device 1 can be installed in any location in the vehicle other than the dashboard, but is not limited thereto.

[0088] Both the driver (in the driver's seat) and the passenger (CO_DRIVER) (in the front passenger seat) can use the display device 1. The display device 1 can provide different images to the driver and the passenger. However, the embodiments described in this specification are not limited to this, and the display device 1 can provide the same image to both the driver and the passenger.

[0089] The display device 1 may include a display panel 100. The display panel 100 may include a display area DA and a non-display area NDA.

[0090] The display area DA can be an area that emits light outward to display an image. The display area DA can also include, but is not limited to, the function of sensing a user's touch. In this case, the display area DA can correspond to, but is not limited to, the touch sensing area. As an example, the touch sensing area may overlap only a portion of the display area DA, or it may overlap the entire display area DA. For example, the touch sensing area may be larger than, equal to, or smaller than the display area DA.

[0091] The display area DA may correspond to the shape of the display panel 100, or may be different from the shape of the display panel 100, but is not limited thereto.

[0092] The display panel 100 may include a plurality of pixels PX. The plurality of pixels PX may be disposed in the display area DA. The plurality of pixels PX may be disposed repeatedly in, for example, in the first direction DR1 and the second direction DR2, or in the direction between the first direction DR1 and the second direction DR2, but are not limited thereto.

[0093] The non-display area NDA can be an area that does not emit light to the outside and therefore does not display an image. The non-display area NDA can be located around the display area DA. The non-display area NDA can partially or completely surround the display area DA, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto. The bezel area of ​​the display device 1 can be defined by the non-display area NDA, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto. As an example, at least a portion or all of the non-display area NDA can be invisible from the front side of the display panel 100, for example, by bending toward the rear side of the display panel 100, but is not limited thereto. As an example, the non-display area NDA can be flat.

[0094] Display panel 100 may be a rigid display panel, but is not limited thereto. Display panel 100 may be a flexible display panel whose shape can be deformed (e.g., a foldable, bendable, rollable, or stretchable display panel).

[0095] The display panel 100 may include a first long side LE1, a second long side LE2, a first short side SE1, and a second short side SE2 forming the edge of the display panel 100. The implementation is not limited thereto. For example, the display panel 100 may include three or more sides of the same or different sizes. For example, the display panel 100 may have a circular shape, a square shape, an oval shape, a triangular shape, a rectangular shape, a polygonal shape, etc., but is not limited thereto.

[0096] As an example, the first long side LE1 and the second long side LE2 may extend in the first direction DR1, and the first short side SE1 and the second short side SE2 may extend in the direction between the first direction DR1 and the second direction DR2 or in the second direction, but are not limited thereto. The first long side LE1 and the second long side LE2 may have two ends connected by the first short side SE1 and the second short side SE2.

[0097] The first long side LE1 can be located on one side of the second long side LE2 in the second direction DR2. The first long side LE1 and the second long side LE2 can extend parallel to each other, but are not limited thereto.

[0098] As an example, the length of the first long side LE1 can be shorter than the length of the second long side LE2. Therefore, the first short side SE1 and the second short side SE2 can extend in the intersecting direction, but are not limited to this. As an example, the length of the first long side LE1 can be greater than or equal to the length of the second long side LE2. As an example, the first short side SE1 and the second short side SE2 can extend in parallel, but are not limited to this.

[0099] The first direction DR1 and the second direction DR2 may be intersecting directions. The first direction DR1 and the second direction DR2 may be orthogonal, but are not limited thereto. The first direction DR1 and the second direction DR2 are provided to clarify the description of the invention; the first direction DR1 and the second direction DR2 are relative, and the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0100] In the plan view, the first long side LE1 can be set above the display area DA, and the second long side LE2 can be set below the display area DA.

[0101] In the plan view, the first short side SE1 can be set to the right of the display area DA, and the second short side SE2 can be set to the left of the display area DA.

[0102] As an example, the display panel 100 may include, but is not limited to, curved notched NCPs. The notched NCPs may be formed at the second long side LE2, but are not limited to this. That is, the second long side LE2 may extend integrally in the first direction DR1, but may include notched NCPs curved towards the first long side LE1. As an example, the notched NCPs may be formed at any one or more edges of the display panel 100, or may be omitted by design, but are not limited to this. For example, the display panel 100 may include one or more curved notched NCPs formed on one or more edges, but is not limited to this.

[0103] Because of the notched NCP, components such as the driver's seat handle can be placed on the corresponding part to increase or maximize the display area DA that can display the image, thereby improving user convenience and aesthetics. The implementation is not limited to this. As an example, even with the notched NCP, no components may be placed on the corresponding part, but this is not a limitation.

[0104] The non-display area NDA may include a first non-display area NDA1 disposed along a first long side LE1, a first short side SE1, and a second short side SE2, and a second non-display area NDA2 disposed along a second long side LE2. The second non-display area NDA2 may be disposed along the second long side LE2, which includes a curved notch NCP.

[0105] The first non-display area NDA1 can be disposed on one side and the other side of the display area DA in the first direction DR1, and on one side of the display area DA in the second direction DR2.

[0106] The second non-display area NDA2 may include a notched non-display area N_NDA disposed around the notch NCP and an extended non-display area E_NDA disposed around the notched non-display area N_NDA.

[0107] The extended non-display area E_NDA can extend from the notched non-display area N_NDA in the first direction DR1. The extended non-display area E_NDA can be located between the notched non-display area N_NDA and the first non-display area NDA1. The extended non-display area E_NDA can connect the notched non-display area N_NDA to the first non-display area NDA1.

[0108] The display device 1 may further include a pad area PA, a gating drive unit GIP, a motherboard MB, a flexible film COF, a driver ICDIC, a gating line GL, a gating control line GCL, a data line DL, a low-potential voltage line VSSL, and / or a high-potential voltage line VDDL. The implementation is not limited thereto. As an example, at least one or more of the above components may be omitted, and / or one or more additional components may be further included.

[0109] The pad area PA can overlap with the flexible film COF. The pad area PA can be attached to the flexible film COF. In other words, the display panel 100 and the flexible film COF can be attached through the pad area PA.

[0110] The pad area PA can be set in the non-display area NDA. The pad area PA can be set in the second non-display area NDA2. The pad area PA can be set in each of the notch non-display area N_NDA and the extended non-display area E_NDA.

[0111] The pad area PA can include multiple pads. The pad area PA can include a low-potential voltage pad VSSP, a high-potential voltage pad VDDP, a first data pad DP1, and a second data pad DP2. The low-potential voltage pad VSSP, the high-potential voltage pad VDDP, the first data pad DP1, and the second data pad DP2 can be set in the pad area PA.

[0112] However, the embodiments described herein are not limited to this, and the pad region PA disposed in the region overlapping with the flexible film COF disposed along the non-display area NDA at both ends may also include a gated control pad (not shown). The embodiments are not limited to this. As an example, the pad region PA disposed in the region overlapping with other flexible film COFs disposed along the non-display area NDA besides those disposed at both ends may also include a gated control pad, but is not limited thereto. As another example, the pad region PA disposed only in the region overlapping with the flexible film COFs disposed along the non-display area NDA at both ends may include a gated control pad, but is not limited thereto.

[0113] The gating drive unit GIP can be disposed in the non-display area NDA. The gating drive unit GIP can be disposed at at least one side and the other side of the display area DA in the first direction DR1, but is not limited thereto. In a plan view, the gating drive unit GIP can be disposed on the left side and the other side of the display area DA. As an example, the gating drive unit may not be disposed on the display panel. As an example, the gating drive unit can be separately disposed in a separate panel and connected to the display panel 100, for example, by a tape-on-absence (TAB) method, a chip-on-glass (COG) method, a chip-on-panel (COP) method, or a chip-on-film (COF) method, but is not limited thereto.

[0114] The strobe drive unit GIP may include multiple transistors G120 (see...) Figure 12 Transistor G120 (see) is located in the gating drive unit GIP. Figure 7 The gating drive unit (GIP) can be connected to pixel PX via the gating line GL. The GIP can apply a gating signal to each pixel PX via the gating line GL.

[0115] The gating driver unit (GIP) receives gating control signals from the driver IC (DIC) via the gating control line (GCL). The GIP can then generate scanning signals and light emission signals (or light emission control signals) based on these gating control signals.

[0116] The gated drive unit (GIP) may include a scan driver and / or a light emission signal driver. The scan driver may generate scan signals in a row-sequential manner and provide these signals to scan lines to drive one or more scan lines connected to each pixel row (PX). The light emission signal driver may generate light emission signals in a row-sequential manner and provide these signals to light emission signal lines to drive one or more light emission signal lines connected to each pixel row (PX).

[0117] The motherboard MB can be connected to the display panel 100 via a flexible film COF. The motherboard MB can also be electrically connected to the pixel PX of the display area DA via the flexible film COF. The motherboard MB and the flexible film COF can be electrically connected via multiple pads: VSSP, VDDP, and DP.

[0118] The motherboard (MB) can have various types of components for providing various signals (e.g., strobe control signals, drive signals, data signals, etc.) to the driver IC (DIC). The motherboard (MB) can be a printed circuit board, but is not limited to that.

[0119] The motherboard MB can be connected to the display panel 100 via a flexible film COF in the second non-display area NDA2. Multiple motherboards can be configured along the second non-display area NDA2, but are not limited to this. The number of motherboard MBs can vary depending on the design.

[0120] At least one motherboard MB may be disposed around the notch NCP and connected to the display panel 100 via a flexible film COF in the non-display area N_NDA of the notch, but is not limited thereto. As an example, the motherboard MB may be connected to the display panel 100 via a flexible film COF in the first non-display area NDA1. As an example, the motherboard MB may not be disposed around the notch NCP, but is not limited thereto.

[0121] The flexible film COF can be connected to the display panel 100 and the motherboard MB. The flexible film COF can be attached to each of the display panel 100 and the motherboard MB, and is electrically connected to each of them. That is, the display panel 100 and the motherboard MB can be electrically connected via the flexible film COF. Multiple flexible films can be configured, but this is not a limitation.

[0122] The flexible film COF can be attached to the display panel 100 in the second non-display area NDA2. The flexible film COF can be repeatedly set along the second non-display area NDA2. The flexible film COF can be attached to the display panel 100 across the notched non-display area N_NDA and the extended non-display area E_NDA.

[0123] A single motherboard MB can be electrically connected to the display panel 100 via at least one flexible film COF. For example, among a plurality of motherboard MBs disposed along the second non-display area NDA2, the motherboard MBs located at both ends can be electrically connected to the display panel 100 via one flexible film COF, and the remaining motherboard MBs can be electrically connected to the display panel 100 via two flexible film COFs, but this is not a limitation.

[0124] The flexible film COF can be electrically connected to the pad area PA. Therefore, the flexible film COF can provide gating control signals, drive signals, power supply voltage, data voltage, etc. to the multiple pixels PX and gating drive units GIP located in the display area DA.

[0125] The flexible COF (Chip-on-Foil) film can be a flexible insulating film. Flexible COF films may include, for example, polycarbonate, polyethylene terephthalate, polyimide, polyamide, polyester, polyacrylate, polymethyl methacrylate, etc., but are not limited to these.

[0126] The driver IC DIC can be mounted on a flexible film COF. Depending on the mounting method, the driver IC DIC can be mounted using chip-on-glass, chip-on-film, or tape-and-carrier packaging methods. In this disclosure, the driver IC DIC is described as being mounted on a flexible film COF using the chip-on-film method, but it is not limited to this method.

[0127] The driver IC (DIC) can drive the display device 1. The driver IC (DIC) can process data signals used for displaying images and various drive signals used for processing data signals. The driver IC (DIC) may include a strobe driver IC, a data driver IC, etc.

[0128] A gating line GL can extend from the gating drive unit GIP and connect to the pixel PX. The gating line GL can electrically connect the gating drive unit GIP and the pixel PX. The gating line GL can apply the gating signal from the gating drive unit GIP to each pixel PX.

[0129] The gating control line GCL can be set in the non-display area NDA. The gating control line GCL can extend from the pad area PA to the gating drive unit GIP, and can be electrically connected to the gating drive unit GIP.

[0130] The strobe control line GCL applies a strobe control signal to the strobe driver unit GIP. This strobe control signal can be transmitted from the motherboard MB or the driver IC DIC. The strobe control line GCL electrically connects the strobe driver unit GIP to the motherboard MB or the driver IC DIC.

[0131] The gating control line GCL can be electrically connected to, but is not limited to, one of the flexible film COFs located at both ends among the plurality of flexible film COFs connected to the display panel 100 along the second non-display area NDA2. The gating control line GCL can be located at the outermost edge of one of the plurality of lines connected to a flexible film COF, but is not limited to this. The implementation is not limited to this. As an example, the gating control line GCL can be electrically connected to, but is not limited to, one of the flexible film COFs connected to the display panel 100 along the second non-display area NDA2, excluding the flexible film COFs located at both ends.

[0132] The data line DL can extend from the pad area PA and connect to the pixel PX in the display area DA. The data line DL applies data signals to each pixel PX. Data signals can be applied from the motherboard MB or the driver IC DIC. The data line DL electrically connects the pixel PX to the motherboard MB or the driver IC DIC.

[0133] The data cable DL may include a first data cable DL1 and a second data cable DL2. The data cable DL can be connected to data pads DP1 and DP2. The first data cable DL1 can be electrically connected to ground via a first data contact hole CNT1 to the first data pad DP1. The second data cable DL2 can be electrically connected to ground via a second data contact hole CNT2 to the second data pad DP2. The implementation is not limited to this. As an example, the data cable DL can be directly connected to the data pad DP without any contact holes, but this is not a limitation. As an example, the data cable DL and the data pad DP can be integrally formed, but this is not a limitation.

[0134] The low-potential voltage line VSSL can be positioned in the non-display area NDA to surround the display area DA. The low-potential voltage line VSSL can be positioned in the non-display area NDA, with the display area DA and the gating drive unit GIP inserted between them. That is, the gating drive unit GIP can be positioned between the display area DA and the low-potential voltage line VSSL, but is not limited to this.

[0135] The low-potential voltage line VSSL can apply a low-potential voltage to the pixel PX. The low-potential voltage line VSSL can be electrically connected to the cathode 153 of the pixel PX (see...). Figure 5 ( ), to apply a low potential voltage.

[0136] The low-potential voltage line VSSL can be connected to the pad area PA. The low-potential voltage line VSSL can be physically connected to the low-potential voltage pad VSSP, and electrically connected to the low-potential voltage pad VSSP. The low-potential voltage line VSSL and the low-potential voltage pad VSSP can be formed integrally, but are not limited to this.

[0137] The high-potential voltage line VDDL can be positioned between the display area DA and the low-potential voltage line VSSL, but is not limited thereto. The high-potential voltage line VDDL can apply a high-potential voltage to the pixel PX. The high-potential voltage line VDDL can be electrically connected to the anode 151 of the pixel PX (see...). Figure 5 ), to apply a high potential voltage.

[0138] The high-potential voltage line VDDL can be connected to the pad area PA. The high-potential voltage line VDDL can be physically connected to the high-potential voltage pad VDDP, and is also electrically connected to the high-potential voltage pad VDDP. The high-potential voltage line VDDL can contact the high-potential voltage pad VDDP through the high-potential contact hole S_CNT.

[0139] However, the embodiments described in this specification are not limited to this, and the high-potential voltage line VDDL and the high-potential voltage pad VDDP can be formed integrally. For example, the high-potential voltage line VDDL and the high-potential voltage pad VDDP can be formed from the same material and the same conductive layer, and the high-potential voltage line VDDL and the high-potential voltage pad VDDP can be formed together using the same mask process.

[0140] Display device 1 may further include a dam section DMP. The dam section DMP may be disposed in a non-display area NDA. The dam section DMP may be disposed around the display area DA, but is not limited thereto. At least a portion of the dam section DMP may be disposed overlapping with a low-potential voltage line VSSL, but is not limited thereto. The dam section DMP may be disposed in a second non-display area NDA2 between the display area DA and the pad area PA.

[0141] Figure 4 This is an enlarged view showing the pixel arrangement of a display panel according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the flat surface structure of a display area DA with pixels PX, and the flat surface shape of the display area DA can be... Figure 1 The flat surfaces have basically the same shape.

[0142] Reference Figure 4 The display panel 100 may include multiple pixel groups PXG (PXG1, PXG2, and PXG3). Pixel group PXG may include a first pixel group PXG1, a second pixel group PXG2, and a third pixel group PXG3. The first pixel group PXG1, the second pixel group PXG2, and the third pixel group PXG3 may be disposed in the display area DA. The implementation is not limited thereto. For example, the display panel 100 may include two pixel groups, four pixel groups, or more pixel groups, but is not limited thereto.

[0143] Each of pixel groups PXG1, PXG2, and PXG3 may include multiple pixels PX. The pixels PX set in each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3 may be set on a first direction DR1, but are not limited thereto. As an example, the pixels PX set in each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3 may be set along a direction intersecting the first direction DR1. As an example, the pixels PX set in each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3 may be set as a matrix, but are not limited thereto.

[0144] The first pixel group PXG1, the second pixel group PXG2, and the third pixel group PXG3 can be set alternately and repeatedly in the second direction DR2.

[0145] For example, the first pixel group PXG1 may include 1_1 pixel PX1_1, 1_2 pixel PX1_2, 1_3 pixel PX1_3, etc., set along the first direction DR1. The second pixel group PXG2 may include 2_1 pixel PX2_1, 2_2 pixel PX2_2, 2_3 pixel PX2_3, etc., set along the first direction DR1. The third pixel group PXG3 may include 3_1 pixel PX3_1, 3_2 pixel PX3_2, 3_3 pixel PX3_3, etc., set along the first direction DR1.

[0146] Pixels 1_1 (PX1_1), 1_2 (PX1_2), and 1_3 (PX1_3) are some of the pixels PX included in the first pixel group PXG1; pixels 2_1 (PX2_1), 2_2 (PX2_2), and 2_3 (PX2_3) are some of the pixels PX included in the second pixel group PXG2; and pixels 3_1 (PX3_1), 3_2 (PX3_2), and 3_3 (PX3_3) are some of the pixels PX included in the third pixel group PXG3.

[0147] Each pixel PX can emit light of a different color. For example, a pixel PX can emit red (R), green (G), blue (B), or white (W) light, or it can emit other colors of light. For example, at least some of the pixels PX can emit light of the same color.

[0148] Each pixel PX may include a light-emitting region EA that emits light and a non-light-emitting region disposed around the light-emitting region EA. As an example, each pixel may include one or more light-emitting regions EA and one or more non-light-emitting regions disposed around the light-emitting region EA, but is not limited thereto.

[0149] A 1_1 pixel PX1_1 may include a 1_1 luminous area EA1_1 and a 1_1 non-luminous area NEA1_1 disposed around the 1_1 luminous area EA1_1.

[0150] The 1_2 pixel PX1_2 may include a 1_2 luminous area EA1_2 and a 1_2 non-luminous area NEA1_2 disposed around the 1_2 luminous area EA1_2.

[0151] The 1_3 pixel PX1_3 may include a 1_3 luminous area EA1_3 and a 1_3 non-luminous area NEA1_3 disposed around the 1_3 luminous area EA1_3.

[0152] A 2_1 pixel PX2_1 may include a 2_1 luminous area EA2_1 and a 2_1 non-luminous area NEA2_1 disposed around the 2_1 luminous area EA2_1.

[0153] The 2_2 pixel PX2_2 may include a 2_2 luminous area EA2_2 and a 2_2 non-luminous area NEA2_2 disposed around the 2_2 luminous area EA2_2.

[0154] The 2_3 pixel PX2_3 may include a 2_3 luminous area EA2_3 and a 2_3 non-luminous area NEA2_3 disposed around the 2_3 luminous area EA2_3.

[0155] A 3_1 pixel PX3_1 may include a 3_1 luminous area EA3_1 and a 3_1 non-luminous area NEA3_1 disposed around the 3_1 luminous area EA3_1.

[0156] The 3_2 pixel PX3_2 may include a 3_2 luminous area EA3_2 and a 3_2 non-luminous area NEA3_2 disposed around the 3_2 luminous area EA3_2.

[0157] The 3_3 pixel PX3_3 may include a 3_3 luminous area EA3_3 and a 3_3 non-luminous area NEA3_3 disposed around the 3_3 luminous area EA3_3.

[0158] Microlenses ML (ML1, ML2, or ML3) can be disposed on each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3. The first microlens ML1 can be disposed on pixel PX of the first pixel group PXG1, the second microlens ML2 can be disposed on pixel PX of the second pixel group PXG2, and the third microlens ML3 can be disposed on pixel PX of the third pixel group PXG3.

[0159] Each microlens ML1, ML2, or ML3 can adjust the path of light emitted from each pixel PX. Each microlens ML1, ML2, or ML3 can adjust the path of light emitted from the pixels PX of each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3 in different directions.

[0160] For example, the first microlens ML1 can adjust the light emitted from the pixel PX of the first pixel group PXG1 to propagate in the planar view toward the other side of the first direction DR1, the second microlens ML2 can collect the light emitted from the pixel PX of the second pixel group PXG2 and adjust the light to propagate in the thickness direction, and the third microlens ML3 can adjust the light emitted from the pixel PX of the third pixel group PXG3 to propagate in the planar view toward the side of the first direction DR1.

[0161] Therefore, each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3 can display different images and videos, and the display device 1 (see...) Figure 1 It can display three different images and videos depending on the viewing angle. The implementation is not limited to this. As an example, at least two or all of pixel groups PXG1, PXG2, and PXG3 can display the same image and video.

[0162] When display device 1 (see) Figure 1 When used in a vehicle, it can separately and distinctly control the screen displayed to the driver (DRIVER) sitting in the driver's seat, as well as the screen displayed to the passenger (CO_DRIVER) sitting in the front passenger seat and the passenger (PASSENGER) sitting in the rear seat, and can display different screens to the driver, the passenger (CO_DRIVER), and the passenger (PASSENGER).

[0163] For example, the first pixel group PXG1 can display images and screens to the driver, the second pixel group PXG2 can display images and screens to the passenger sitting in the rear seat, and the third pixel group PXG3 can display images and screens to the passenger sitting in the front passenger seat.

[0164] However, the implementation of this specification is not limited thereto, and one of the pixel groups PXG1, PXG2 and PXG3 can provide the full display screen to the driver and passengers (CO_DRIVER and PASSENGER).

[0165] For example, the second pixel group PXG2 can provide separate images and videos only to the passenger PASSENGER sitting in the back seat, or provide the same images and videos to the driver and passengers CO_DRIVER and PASSENGER.

[0166] Light-shielding members BW (BW1, BW2, or BW3) can be disposed on each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3. That is, the first light-shielding member BW1 can be disposed on a pixel PX of the first pixel group PXG1, the second light-shielding member BW2 can be disposed on a pixel PX of the second pixel group PXG2, and the third light-shielding member BW3 can be disposed on a pixel PX of the third pixel group PXG3. The implementation is not limited to this. As an example, the microlens ML may not be disposed on at least one of the pixels PX, but is not limited to this. As an example, the microlens ML may not be disposed on at least one of the pixel groups PXG1, PXG2, and PXG3, but is not limited to this. As an example, the light-shielding member BW may not be disposed on at least one of the pixels PX. As an example, the light-shielding member BW may not be disposed on at least one of the pixel groups PXG1, PXG2, and PXG3, but is not limited to this.

[0167] The embodiments described in this specification are not limited to these, but the light-shielding member BW can be set in the display area DA, and may not be set in the non-display area NDA.

[0168] The light-shielding component BW can absorb and block light. The light-shielding component BW can be formed of a material capable of absorbing and blocking light. The light-shielding component BW can be formed of at least one selected from polyacrylic acid (PA), polyimide (PI), etc., but is not limited thereto.

[0169] The light-shielding component BW can be formed in a black-based color, but is not limited to this. In this case, the light-shielding component BW can be formed from black pigments and / or dyes, but is not limited to this.

[0170] Each light-shielding component BW1, BW2, or BW3 can be located at a different position within each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3.

[0171] For example, the first light-shielding member BW1 can be disposed on one side of the first microlens ML1 in the first direction DR1. The second light-shielding member BW2 can be disposed on one side and the other side of the second microlens ML2 in the first direction DR1. The third light-shielding member BW3 can be disposed on the other side of the third microlens ML3 in the first direction DR1.

[0172] The length of each light-shielding member BW1, BW2, or BW3 may be equal to, greater than, or less than the diameter of the microlenses ML1, ML2, or ML3, but is not limited thereto. Here, the length of each light-shielding member BW1, BW2, or BW3 may refer to the length extending in the second direction DR2.

[0173] Each light-blocking component BW1, BW2, or BW3 can block a portion of the path of light emitted from pixel PX of each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3. Each light-blocking component BW1, BW2, or BW3 can block different paths of light emitted from pixel PX of each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3.

[0174] For example, the first light-shielding member BW1 can block the portion of light emitted from a pixel PX of the first pixel group PXG1 that propagates toward one side of the first direction DR1, the second light-shielding member BW2 can block the portions of light emitted from a pixel PX of the second pixel group PXG2 that propagate toward one side and the other side of the first direction DR1, and the third light-shielding member BW3 can block the portion of light emitted from a pixel PX of the third pixel group PXG3 that propagates toward the other side of the first direction DR1.

[0175] The first light-shielding component can block the portion of the light emitted from pixel PX that propagates toward passenger CO_DRIVER and PASSENGER.

[0176] The second light-shielding member BW2 can block the portion of light emitted from pixel PX of the second pixel group PXG2 that propagates toward the driver and passenger CO_DRIVER sitting in the front passenger seat.

[0177] The third light-shielding component BW3 can block the portion of light emitted from the pixel PX of the third pixel group PXG3 that propagates toward the driver and the passenger PASSENGER sitting in the rear seat.

[0178] Because of the light-shielding component BW, the portion of light emitted from the pixels PX of each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3 that propagates along unwanted paths can be effectively blocked and controlled. Therefore, even when the first pixel group PXG1, the second pixel group PXG2, and the third pixel group PXG3 display different images, crosstalk between the different images displayed to the user can be reduced, suppressed, or prevented, thereby suppressing or preventing distortion of the displayed image and improving the quality of the displayed image and video.

[0179] In addition, it can reduce, suppress, or prevent brightness degradation of the display device, thereby suppressing or preventing a decrease in brightness efficiency and reducing power consumption.

[0180] Furthermore, since the light-shielding member BW is located on the outside of the microlens ML, it can more easily block or control the path of light emitted from the pixel PX. In other words, because the light-shielding member BW is located on the outside of the microlens ML, it can be positioned at the end of the path along which light emitted from the pixel PX propagates, thereby ultimately blocking and controlling the path of light emitted from the pixel PX, thus facilitating light blocking and control.

[0181] Each microlens ML (ML1, ML2, or ML3) may include a dividing line DV (DV1, DV2, or DV3). The dividing line DV may include a first dividing line DV1, a second dividing line DV2, and a third dividing line DV3.

[0182] The dividing line DV can refer to an imaginary line that bisects the microlens ML. The microlens ML can be divided into two substantially equal parts by the dividing line DV, but is not limited to this. The two parts of the microlens ML divided by the dividing line DV can include, but are not limited to, symmetrical shapes, and the two parts of the microlens ML divided by the dividing line DV can have different shapes and sizes.

[0183] The first microlens ML1 may include a first dividing line DV1, the second microlens ML2 may include a second dividing line DV2, and the third microlens ML3 may include a third dividing line DV3.

[0184] As in Figure 4 As in the diagram, each dividing line DV1, DV2, or DV3 can extend in the second direction DR2 in the planar view and have thickness in the thickness direction (the third direction DR3). Each dividing line DV1, DV2, or DV3 can be substantially the same, but is not limited to this, and the flat surface shape of each dividing line DV1, DV2, or DV3 can vary according to the shape of each microlens ML1, ML2, or ML3.

[0185] Each microlens ML1, ML2, or ML3 can be divided into two parts (a first part and a second part) according to each dividing line DV1, DV2, or DV3. The first part and the second part of each microlens ML1, ML2, or ML3 can be respectively set on one side and the other side of each dividing line DV1, DV2, or DV3 in the first direction DR1.

[0186] Each pixel PX in a pixel group PXG may include the center EC (EC1, EC2, and EC3) of the luminous region EA.

[0187] The first center EC1 can refer to the center of each luminous region EA of pixel PX in the first pixel group PXG1. The second center EC2 can refer to the center of each luminous region EA of pixel PX in the second pixel group PXG2. The third center EC3 can refer to the center of each luminous region EA of pixel PX in the third pixel group PXG3.

[0188] For example, each light-emitting region EA (EA1_1, EA1_2, or EA1_3) of pixel PX in the first pixel group PXG1 may include a first center EC1. Each light-emitting region EA (EA2_1, EA2_2, or EA2_3) of pixel PX in the second pixel group PXG2 may include a second center EC2. Each light-emitting region EA (EA3_1, EA3_2, or EA3_3) of pixel PX in the third pixel group PXG3 may include a third center EC3.

[0189] The first center EC1 and the first dividing line DV1 may not be aligned, the second center EC2 and the second dividing line DV2 may be misaligned or aligned, and the third center EC3 and the third dividing line DV3 may not be aligned.

[0190] The first center EC1 can be offset from the first dividing line DV1 to one side of the first direction DR1, and the third center EC3 can be offset from the third dividing line DV3 to the other side of the first direction DR1.

[0191] Reference Figures 5 to 7 Describe the cross-sectional structure of pixel PX in each pixel group PXG.

[0192] Figure 5 It is along Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of line D-D' in the diagram. Figure 6 It is along Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of line E-E' in the diagram. Figure 7 It is along Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of line F-F' in the diagram. Figure 8 These were taken from different angles. Figure 5 A cross-sectional view of the touch portion.

[0193] Reference Figures 4 to 8 Describe the cross-sectional structure of the display area DA.

[0194] First, refer to Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 8 Describe the cross-sectional structure of the first pixel group PXG1. The description of the configuration of pixels PX in the first pixel group PXG1 can be applied to the second pixel group PXG2 and the third pixel group PXG3 in the same manner.

[0195] The display panel 100 may include a substrate 101, a thin-film transistor 120, a storage electrode 140, a light-emitting portion 150, an encapsulation portion 170, and a touch portion 180 in the display area DA. However, the embodiments described in this specification are not limited thereto. As an example, at least one of the above components may be omitted, or one or more additional components may be further included.

[0196] The substrate 101 can provide space thereon for mounting various components. The substrate 101 can correspond to... Figure 1 The display panel 100 has a flat surface shape. That is, the substrate 101 may include a notched NCP. The substrate 101 may include the display area DA and the non-display area NDA of the display panel 100 in substantially the same manner.

[0197] The substrate 101 may include one or more plastic materials, but is not limited thereto, and may include glass materials or any other insulating materials.

[0198] The substrate 101 may be a multilayer substrate comprising a first substrate 101a, a second substrate 101b, and a third substrate 103c, all of which are plastic materials such as polyimide, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto. For example, the substrate 101 may be a single substrate formed from a single layer.

[0199] Substrate 101 may include a rigid substrate. However, embodiments of this specification are not limited thereto, and substrate 101 may include a flexible substrate.

[0200] A buffer layer 102 can be disposed on the substrate 101. The buffer layer 102 can reduce, minimize, or delay the diffusion of moisture or oxygen penetrating the substrate 101. It can be achieved by alternating layers of silicon nitride (SiN). x ) and silicon dioxide (SiO) x The buffer layer 102 may be formed at least once, but the embodiments described in this specification are not limited thereto.

[0201] The specification describes the buffer layer 102 as being formed as a multilayer consisting of three layers, but the number of layers forming the buffer layer 102 is not limited to this, and the buffer layer 102 can be formed as a single layer.

[0202] A light-shielding layer 126 may be disposed on the buffer layer 102. The light-shielding layer 126 prevents light from transmitting to the semiconductor layer 123 of the thin-film transistor 120. For example, the semiconductor layer 123 may be disposed overlapping the light-shielding layer 126. The light-shielding layer 126 may be formed of a single layer or multiple layers of one of molybdenum (Mo), aluminum (Al), chromium (Cr), nickel (Ni), neodymium (Nd), and copper (Cu) or their alloys, but embodiments described herein are not limited thereto. As an example, the light-shielding layer 126 may be omitted depending on the design.

[0203] A first insulating layer 103 may be disposed on the light-shielding layer 126. The first insulating layer 103 prevents short circuits between components of the thin-film transistor 120 and the light-shielding layer 126. The first insulating layer 103 may be formed of the same material as the buffer layer 102, but embodiments described herein are not limited thereto. For example, the first insulating layer 103 may be made of materials such as silicon nitride (SiN). x ) or silicon dioxide (SiO) x The inorganic material is formed, but the embodiments described in this specification are not limited thereto.

[0204] The thin-film transistor 120 may be disposed on the first insulating layer 103. The thin-film transistor 120 may include a source 121, a gate 122, a semiconductor layer 123, and a drain 124.

[0205] Semiconductor layer 123 may be disposed on first insulating layer 103. Semiconductor layer 123 may include metal oxide semiconductors such as indium gallium zinc oxide (IGZO), silicon-based semiconductor materials such as amorphous silicon or polycrystalline silicon, compound semiconductors, and organic semiconductors, but embodiments described herein are not limited thereto. Semiconductor layer 123 may include a source region, a drain region, and a channel region between the source region and the drain region.

[0206] Because polycrystalline semiconductor layers have higher mobility than amorphous semiconductor layers and oxide semiconductor layers, power consumption can be lower and reliability can be excellent. Therefore, driving transistors can be formed from polycrystalline semiconductor layers, but the embodiments described in this specification are not limited to this.

[0207] The second insulating layer 104 may be disposed on the semiconductor layer 123. The second insulating layer 104 may be formed of the same material as the first insulating layer 103, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto. The second insulating layer 104 can prevent short circuits between the semiconductor layer 123 and another component of the thin-film transistor 120.

[0208] Gate 122 may be disposed on the second insulating layer 104. Gate 122 may be disposed on the second insulating layer 104 to overlap with the channel region of semiconductor layer 123. Gate 122 may be formed of a single layer or multiple layers of molybdenum (Mo), copper (Cu), titanium (Ti), aluminum (Al), chromium (Cr), gold (Au), nickel (Ni), neodymium (Nd), or compounds thereof, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto. Gate 122 may be disposed together with a gate line, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0209] The third insulating layer 105 may be disposed on the gate 122. The third insulating layer 105 may be formed of the same material as the first insulating layer 103 or the second insulating layer 104, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0210] The storage electrode 140 may be spaced apart from the thin-film transistor 120. The storage electrode 140 may include a first storage electrode 141 and a second storage electrode 142.

[0211] The first storage electrode 141 may be formed of the same material as the gate 122 and formed on the same layer, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0212] The second storage electrode 142 may be disposed on the first storage electrode 141. The second storage electrode 142 may be disposed on the third insulating layer 105, and the third insulating layer 105 between the first storage electrode 141 and the second storage electrode 142 may serve as a dielectric to generate a capacitor. The second storage electrode 142 may be formed of the same material as the first storage electrode 141, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0213] The fourth insulating layer 106 may be disposed on the second storage electrode 142. The fourth insulating layer 106 may be formed of the same material as the first insulating layer 103, the second insulating layer 104 or the third insulating layer 105, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0214] The source 121 and drain 124 can be disposed on the fourth insulating layer 106.

[0215] The source 121 and drain 124 can be electrically connected to the semiconductor layer 123 through contact holes. The source 121 and drain 124 can be formed of a metallic material. For example, the source 121 and drain 124 can be formed of a single layer or multiple layers of one of molybdenum (Mo), aluminum (Al), chromium (Cr), gold (Au), titanium (Ti), nickel (Ni), neodymium (Nd) and copper (Cu) or their alloys, but the embodiments described in this specification are not limited thereto.

[0216] The source 121 and drain 124 can be arranged together with the data line. For example, the data line can be formed of the same material as the source 121 and drain 124 and formed on the same layer, but the embodiments described herein are not limited to this.

[0217] The thin-film transistor 120 may be a driving transistor, and although not shown, the display panel 100 may also include a switching transistor, a sensing transistor, etc., but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0218] The first protective layer 111 can be disposed on the source 121 and the drain 124.

[0219] The first protective layer 111 can planarize the upper portion of the thin-film transistor 120 and protect the thin-film transistor 120. The first protective layer 111 can be formed of an organic material. For example, the first protective layer 111 can be formed of an organic material including acrylic resin, epoxy resin, phenolic resin, polyamide resin, or polyimide resin, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto. As an example, the first protective layer 111 can be formed of an inorganic material, or of both organic and inorganic materials, but is not limited thereto.

[0220] The second protective layer 112 may be disposed on the first protective layer 111. The second protective layer 112 may be formed of the same material or a different material as the first protective layer 111, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0221] As an example, the connecting electrode 145 may be disposed between the first protective layer 111 and the second protective layer 112, but is not limited thereto. As an example, the connecting electrode 145 may be omitted depending on the design.

[0222] The connecting electrode 145 can electrically connect the thin-film transistor 120 to the light-emitting part 150. The connecting electrode 145 can be formed of the same material as the source electrode 121 and the drain electrode 124, but the embodiments described in this specification are not limited thereto.

[0223] The connecting electrode 145 can contact the drain electrode 124 through a contact hole formed in the first protective layer 111, and can be electrically connected to the drain electrode 124.

[0224] The connecting electrode 145 may be formed of a single layer or multiple layers of any one of molybdenum (Mo), aluminum (Al), chromium (Cr), gold (Au), titanium (Ti), nickel (Ni), neodymium (Nd) and copper (Cu) or their alloys, but the embodiments described in this specification are not limited thereto.

[0225] The light-emitting part 150 may be disposed on the second protective layer 112. The light-emitting part 150 may include an anode 151, an organic layer 152, and a cathode 153.

[0226] The anode 151 may be disposed on the second protective layer 112. The anode 151 may be electrically connected to the thin-film transistor 120 through a contact hole formed in the second protective layer 112.

[0227] As an example, anode 151 may be a reflective electrode that reflects light, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto. Anode 151 may comprise a metallic material with high reflectivity, such as a stacked structure of aluminum (Al) and titanium (Ti) (Ti / Al / Ti), a stacked structure of aluminum (Al) and indium tin oxide (ITO) (ITO / Al / ITO), or an APC alloy, and may be formed from a single layer or multiple layers, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0228] For example, cathode 153 may include materials such as indium tin oxide (ITO) or indium zinc oxide (IZO), but embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0229] Organic layer 152 may be disposed on anode 151. Organic layer 152 may include one or more light-emitting structures (or light-emitting elements or components) stacked on anode 151 in the order of hole transport layer and electron transport layer or in reverse order. For example, hole transport layer may include hole transport layer, hole injection layer, electron blocking layer, p-type charge generation layer, etc., but the embodiments of this specification are not limited thereto. For example, electron transport layer may include electron transport layer, electron injection layer, hole blocking layer, n-type charge generation layer, etc., but the embodiments of this specification are not limited thereto. As an example, at least one of hole transport layer, hole injection layer, electron blocking layer, p-type charge generation layer, electron transport layer, electron injection layer, hole blocking layer, and n-type charge generation layer may be omitted according to the design.

[0230] The organic layer 152 may be an organic light-emitting layer, an inorganic light-emitting layer, a quantum dot light-emitting layer, a micro light-emitting diode, a mini light-emitting diode, etc., but the embodiments described herein are not limited to these. For example, the organic layer 152 of the display panel 100 according to an exemplary embodiment of this specification may include an organic light-emitting layer. The organic layer 152 may be a white light-emitting layer, but the embodiments described herein are not limited to this.

[0231] The cathode 153 may be disposed on the organic layer 152. The cathode 153 may be a transparent electrode that transmits light, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto. For example, the cathode 153 may comprise a transparent conductive material such as indium tin oxide (ITO) or indium zinc oxide (IZO), or a metal that transmits visible light, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0232] A capping layer 156 can also be provided on the cathode 153. The capping layer 156 can minimize the damage of external light sources to the cathode 153 of the light-emitting element EL and the organic layer 152 located below the cathode 153. The capping layer 156 can be formed of an organic film or an inorganic film. As an example, the capping layer 156 can be omitted depending on the design.

[0233] The capping layer 156 can be configured as an inorganic film using materials such as LiF, and may also include an organic film, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto. For example, the capping layer 156 may be formed by a stacked structure of an organic film and an inorganic film, and the thickness of the organic film may be different from the thickness of the inorganic film. In this case, as an example, the thickness of the organic film may be greater than the thickness of the inorganic film. As another example, the capping layer 156 can be formed by stacking two or more layers of materials with different refractive indices. Therefore, the light efficiency of the display panel 100 can be improved.

[0234] The dam 154 can be configured to expose the anode 151. The dam 154 can define an opening (or the light-emitting area EA of the pixel PX) and can be configured to cover the edge of the anode 151. An organic layer 152 can be disposed in the opening of the pixel PX. That is, the organic layer 152 can be disposed on the anode 151 exposed by the dam 154.

[0235] However, the embodiments described in this specification are not limited to this, and the organic layer 152 can be disposed simultaneously in the opening (the light-emitting area EA of pixel PX) and on the embankment 154. That is, the organic layer 152 can be disposed in the entire display area DA of the display panel 100.

[0236] The dam portion 154 can be formed of a material containing black pigment or an organic material such as benzocyclobutene resin, polyimide resin, acrylic resin, photosensitive polymer, etc., but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto. When the dam portion 154 is formed of a material containing black pigment or black dye, the dam portion 154 can be an opaque dam portion. When the dam portion 154 is formed of a material containing black pigment or black dye, it can block external light or light reflected from the outside, thereby further improving the brightness of the display device.

[0237] Spacers (not shown) may also be provided on the embankment 154. The spacers (not shown) may be formed of the same material as the embankment 154, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto. The spacers (not shown) can reduce or prevent mask sagging during the masking process, thereby suppressing or preventing defects such as marks and scratches on the display panel 100.

[0238] The encapsulation portion 170 may be disposed on the embankment portion 154 or the light-emitting portion 150. The encapsulation portion 170 may include one or more insulating layers. For example, the encapsulation portion 170 may include a first inorganic encapsulation layer 171, an organic encapsulation layer 172 formed on the first inorganic encapsulation layer 171, and a second inorganic encapsulation layer 173 formed on the organic encapsulation layer 172. The encapsulation portion 170 may include one or more inorganic layers and one or more organic layers. For example, the first inorganic encapsulation layer 171 and the second inorganic encapsulation layer 173 may include inorganic materials, and the organic encapsulation layer 172 may include organic materials, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0239] The first inorganic encapsulation layer 171 and the second inorganic encapsulation layer 173 can be configured to extend around the dam section DMP, and the organic encapsulation layer 172 can terminate inside the dam section DMP. That is, the organic encapsulation layer 172 can be disposed within the area surrounded by the dam section DMP without extending beyond the dam section DMP.

[0240] The touch portion 180 may be disposed on the package portion 170. The touch portion 180 may include a touch buffer layer 181, a first touch electrode 182, a first touch insulating layer 183, a black matrix BM, a second touch insulating layer 184, a second touch electrode 185, and a third touch insulating layer 186. As an example, at least one of these components or the entire touch portion 180 may be omitted depending on the design.

[0241] A touch buffer layer 181 may be disposed on the encapsulation portion 170. For example, the touch buffer layer 181 may be disposed on the second inorganic encapsulation layer 173. The touch buffer layer 181 may be formed of the same material as the buffer layer 102, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0242] The first touch electrode 182 can be disposed on the touch buffer layer 181.

[0243] The first touch insulating layer 183 can be disposed on the first touch electrode 182. The first touch insulating layer 183 can be made of silicon oxide (SiO2). x ), silicon nitride (SiN) x It may be formed in multiple layers or in combination, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0244] The black matrix BM can be disposed on the first touch insulating layer 183. The black matrix BM can include a material capable of absorbing light. The black matrix BM can include, but is not limited to, black pigments or black dyes. The black matrix BM is capable of preventing defects such as light leakage that may occur between pixels PX.

[0245] The second touch insulating layer 184 may be disposed on the black matrix BM. The second touch insulating layer 184 may include an organic insulating material. For example, the second touch insulating layer 184 may be formed of propylene, benzocyclobutene (BCB), polyimide (PI) or polyamide (PA), but is not limited thereto.

[0246] The second touch electrode 185 may be disposed on the second touch insulating layer 184. The second touch electrode 185 may include, but is not limited to, a 1a touch electrode 185a extending in the first direction DR1 and a 1b touch electrode 185b extending in a second direction DR2 different from the first direction.

[0247] The first touch electrode 182 can be electrically connected to the 1a touch electrode 185a through a contact hole formed in the second touch insulating layer 184. For example, the 1a touch electrode 185a and the first touch electrode 182 can extend in the first direction DR1.

[0248] The first touch electrode 182 and the second touch electrode 185 may comprise metallic materials. For example, the second touch electrode 185 and the first touch electrode 182 may be formed of titanium (Ti), nickel (Ni), aluminum (Al), or alloys thereof, and may be formed of a three-layer structure such as titanium (Ti) / aluminum (Al) / titanium (Ti), but embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0249] One of the first touch electrode 182 and the second touch electrode 185 may include a touch detection function, and the other electrode may include a touch driving function, but the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto.

[0250] The third touch insulating layer 186 may be disposed on the second touch electrode 185. The third touch insulating layer 186 may be formed of the same material as the first touch insulating layer 183, but is not limited thereto.

[0251] Microlenses ML (ML1, ML2, and ML3) can be disposed on the third touch insulating layer 186. Microlenses ML can be hemispherical or semi-cylindrical, but are not limited to these shapes. The shape of the microlenses ML can vary depending on the size, shape, etc. of the light-emitting region EA.

[0252] Each microlens ML1, ML2, or ML3 can control the path of light emitted from each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3. Each microlens ML1, ML2, or ML3 can adjust the path of light emitted from each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3 in different directions.

[0253] Therefore, each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3 can display different images and videos, and the display device 1 (see...) Figure 1 It can display three different images and videos depending on the viewing angle.

[0254] In addition, by arranging microlenses ML (ML1, ML2 and ML3), a wide viewing angle can be ensured, brightness can be improved, and leakage light and reflected light can be blocked, thereby preventing light leakage.

[0255] In the first pixel group PXG1, the first microlens ML1 can be disposed on the third touch insulating layer 186.

[0256] The light-shielding components BW (BW1, BW2, and BW3) can be disposed on the same layer as the microlens ML. For example, the light-shielding components BW (BW1, BW2, and BW3) can be disposed on the third touch insulating layer 186, but are not limited thereto. The light-shielding components BW (BW1, BW2, and BW3) can also be disposed on different layers from the microlens ML.

[0257] In the first pixel group PXG1, the first light-shielding member BW1 can be disposed on the third touch insulating layer 186.

[0258] The first light-shielding member BW1 can be disposed on one side of the first microlens ML1 in the first direction DR1. Therefore, the first light-shielding member BW1 can block the portion of light emitted from the pixel PX of the first pixel group PXG1 that propagates toward the side in the first direction DR1. That is, it can block the portion of light emitted from the pixel PX of the first pixel group PXG displaying the image to the driver that propagates toward the passenger CO_DRIVER and PASSENGER.

[0259] The first light-shielding member BW1 may be in direct contact with the first microlens ML1, but is not limited thereto, and the first light-shielding member BW1 may be configured to be spaced apart from the first microlens ML1.

[0260] As an example, the first light-shielding member BW1 can have a different height depending on the position of pixel PX, or it can have the same height regardless of the position of pixel PX. Here, the height of the first light-shielding member BW1 can refer to its height (length) in the thickness direction (third direction DR3). Therefore, light propagating along unwanted paths can be blocked and the reduction in brightness can be minimized.

[0261] Figure 9 It is shown Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the path of light in the image.

[0262] Further reference Figure 9 The height of the first light-shielding member BW1 can vary depending on the position of the pixel PX. Here, the height of the first light-shielding member BW1 can refer to its height (length) in the thickness direction (third direction DR3).

[0263] The height of the first light-shielding member BW1 can be increased towards one side of the first direction DR1. Specifically, the first light-shielding member BW1 can be disposed in each of the plurality of pixels PX disposed in the first pixel group PXG1, and the plurality of pixels PX can be arranged in the first direction DR1. In this case, among the pixels PX disposed in the first pixel group PXG1 in the first pixel group PXG1 in the first direction DR1, the height of the first light-shielding member BW1 disposed on one side of the first direction DR1 can be increased.

[0264] For example, the first light-shielding member BW1 may include a 1_1 light-shielding member BW1_1 disposed in pixel 1_1 PX1_1, a 1_2 light-shielding member BW1_2 disposed in pixel 1_2 PX1_2, and a 1_3 light-shielding member BW1_3 disposed in pixel 1_3 PX1_3. Pixel 1_3 PX1_3 may be disposed on one side of pixel 1_2 PX1_2 in the first direction DR1, and pixel 1_2 PX1_2 may be disposed on one side of pixel 1_1 PX1_1 in the first direction DR1. In this case, the height of the 1_3 light-shielding member BW1_3 may be higher than the height of the 1_2 light-shielding member BW1_2, and the height of the 1_2 light-shielding member BW1_2 may be higher than the height of the 1_1 light-shielding member BW1_1.

[0265] In the first pixel group PXG1, the pixel PX closest to the driver does not have a large angular range of light propagating toward the passenger CO_DRIVER and PASSENGER due to its position, but the angular range of light propagating toward the passenger CO_DRIVER and PASSENGER can be increased toward the passenger CO_DRIVER and PASSENGER.

[0266] In other words, the pixel PX in the first pixel group PXG1 that is positioned closer to the side in the first direction DR1 can have a larger angular range of light propagating toward the passenger CO_DRIVER and PASSENGER.

[0267] For example, 1_1 light-shielding member BW1_1 can block the 11th light L11 in the light propagating toward the passenger CO_DRIVER and PASSENGER, 1_2 light-shielding member BW1_2 can block the 11th light L11 and the 12th light L12 in the light propagating toward the passenger CO_DRIVER and PASSENGER, and 1_3 light-shielding member BW1_3 can block the 11th light L11, the 12th light L12 and the 13th light L13 in the light propagating toward the passenger CO_DRIVER and PASSENGER.

[0268] By arranging the first light-shielding members BW1 such that at least some of the first light-shielding members BW1 have different heights, light shading can be reduced or minimized, thereby suppressing or preventing a decrease in brightness, and successfully blocking light propagating in unwanted directions (towards the passenger CO_DRIVER and PASSENGER).

[0269] The lens protective layer 190 can be disposed on the microlenses ML (ML1, ML2, and ML3) and the light-shielding member BW. The lens protective layer 190 may include, but is not limited to, an organic insulating material. The lens protective layer 190 can protect the microlenses ML by covering them.

[0270] The lens protective layer 190 can cover both the microlens ML and the light-shielding member BW. The lens protective layer 190 can be in direct contact with the light-shielding member BW.

[0271] The refractive index of the lens protective layer 190 can be less than that of the microlens ML. Therefore, due to the difference in refractive index between the microlens ML and the lens protective layer 190, light that has passed through the microlens ML can be prevented from being reflected toward the substrate 101.

[0272] Subsequently, refer to Figure 4 and Figure 6 Describe the cross-sectional structure of the second pixel group PXG2. Content that overlaps with the description in the first pixel group PXG1 will be omitted or briefly described.

[0273] Even in the second pixel group PXG2, a substrate 101, a thin-film transistor 120, a storage electrode 140, a light-emitting part 150, a packaging part 170, a touch part 180, a lens protective layer 190, etc., can be provided. Repeated descriptions of these will be omitted.

[0274] In the second pixel group PXG2, the second microlens ML2 can be disposed on the third touch insulating layer 186.

[0275] In the second pixel group PXG2, the second light-shielding member BW2 can be disposed on the third touch insulating layer 186.

[0276] The second light-shielding member BW2 can be disposed on one side and the other side of the second microlens ML2 in the first direction DR1. Therefore, the second light-shielding member BW2 can block the portion of light emitted from pixel PX of the second pixel group PXG2 that propagates toward one side and the other side of the first direction DR1. That is, it can block the portion of light emitted from pixel PX of the second pixel group PXG that propagates toward the driver and passenger CO_DRIVER from the display screen shown to the passenger sitting in the rear seat.

[0277] The second light-shielding member BW2 may be in direct contact with the second microlens ML2, but is not limited thereto, and the second light-shielding member BW2 may be configured to be spaced apart from the second microlens ML2.

[0278] Each of the second light-shielding members BW2 disposed on one side and the other side of the second microlens ML2 in the first direction DR1 can be formed in the form of an island, but is not limited thereto.

[0279] Depending on the position of pixel PX, the second light-shielding member BW2 can have different heights. Here, the height of the second light-shielding member BW2 can refer to its height (length) in the thickness direction (third direction DR3). Therefore, light propagating along unwanted paths can be blocked, and the reduction in brightness can be reduced or minimized.

[0280] Figure 10 It is shown Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the path of light in the image.

[0281] Further reference Figure 10 The second light-shielding member BW2 may have a height that increases from the middle region of the display area DA toward one side and the other side in the first direction DR1. Specifically, the second light-shielding member BW2 may be disposed in each of the plurality of pixels PX disposed in the second pixel group PXG2, and the plurality of pixels PX may be arranged in the first direction DR1. In this case, among the pixels PX disposed in the second pixel group PXG2 in the first direction DR1, the height of the second light-shielding member BW2 of the pixel PX disposed on one side of the first direction DR1 may be increased.

[0282] For example, the second light-shielding member BW2 may include a 2_1 light-shielding member BW2_1 disposed in pixel 2_1 PX2_1, a 2_2 light-shielding member BW2_2 disposed in pixel 2_2 PX2_2, and a 2_3 light-shielding member BW2_3 disposed in pixel 2_3 PX2_3. Pixel 2_3 PX2_3 may be disposed on one side of pixel 2_2 PX2_2 in the first direction DR1, and pixel 2_1 PX2_1 may be disposed on the other side of pixel 2_2 PX2_2 in the first direction DR1. In this case, the height of the 2_3 light-shielding member BW2_3 and the height of the 2_1 light-shielding member BW2_1 may be greater than the height of the 2_2 light-shielding member BW2_2.

[0283] In the second pixel group PXG2, the pixel PX closest to the passenger PASSENGER sitting in the rear seat can be set near the center of the display area DA. Due to its position, the angle range of light propagating towards the driver and passenger CO_DRIVER is not large. However, the pixel PX closer to the driver and passenger CO_DRIVER can have a larger angle range of light propagating towards the driver and passenger CO_DRIVER.

[0284] For example, 2_2 light-shielding member BW2_2 can block the 21st light L21 in the light propagating toward the driver and passenger CO_DRIVER, and 2_1 light-shielding member BW2_1 and 2_3 light-shielding member BW2_3 can block the 21st light L21 and the 22nd light L22 in the light propagating toward the driver and passenger CO_DRIVER.

[0285] By arranging the second light-shielding members BW2 such that at least some of the second light-shielding members BW2 have different heights, light blocking can be reduced or minimized, thereby suppressing or preventing a decrease in brightness, and successfully blocking light propagating in unwanted directions (towards the driver and passenger CO_DRIVER).

[0286] Subsequently, refer to Figure 4 and Figure 7 Describe the cross-sectional structure of the third pixel group PXG3. Content that overlaps with the description in the first pixel group PXG1 will be omitted or briefly described.

[0287] Even in the third pixel group PXG3, a substrate 101, a thin-film transistor 120, a storage electrode 140, a light-emitting part 150, a packaging part 170, a touch part 180, a lens protective layer 190, etc., can be provided. Repeated descriptions of these will be omitted.

[0288] In the third pixel group PXG3, the third microlens ML3 can be disposed on the third touch insulating layer 186.

[0289] In the third pixel group PXG3, the third light-shielding member BW3 can be disposed on the third touch insulating layer 186.

[0290] The third light-shielding member BW3 can be disposed on the other side of the third microlens ML3 in the first direction DR1. Therefore, the third light-shielding member BW3 can block the portion of light emitted from the pixel PX of the third pixel group PXG3 that propagates toward the other side in the first direction DR1. That is, it can block the portion of light emitted from the pixel PX of the third pixel group PXG that displays the image to the passenger CO_DRIVER sitting in the front passenger seat that propagates toward the passenger PASSENGER sitting in the rear seat.

[0291] The third light-shielding member BW3 may be in direct contact with the third microlens ML3, but is not limited thereto, and the third light-shielding member BW3 may be configured to be spaced apart from the third microlens ML3.

[0292] The third light-shielding member BW3 can have different heights depending on the position of the pixel PX. Here, the height of the third light-shielding member BW3 can refer to its height (length) in the thickness direction (third direction DR3). Therefore, light propagating along unwanted paths can be blocked, and the reduction in brightness can be reduced or minimized.

[0293] Figure 11 It is shown Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the path of light in the image.

[0294] Further reference Figure 11 The third light-shielding member BW3 can have a height that increases towards the other side of the first direction DR1. Specifically, the third light-shielding member BW3 can be disposed in each of the plurality of pixels PX disposed in the third pixel group PXG3, and the plurality of pixels PX can be arranged on the first direction DR1. In this case, the height of the third light-shielding member BW3 of the pixel PX disposed on the other side of the first direction DR1 in the third pixel group PXG3 can be increased.

[0295] For example, the third light-shielding member BW3 may include a 3_1 light-shielding member BW3_1 disposed in pixel 3_1 PX3_1, a 3_2 light-shielding member BW3_2 disposed in pixel 3_2 PX3_2, and a 3_3 light-shielding member BW3_3 disposed in pixel 3_3 PX3_3. Pixel 3_3 PX3_3 may be disposed on one side of pixel 3_2 PX3_2 in the first direction DR1, and pixel 3_2 PX3_2 may be disposed on one side of pixel 3_1 PX3_1 in the first direction DR1. In this case, the height of the 3_1 light-shielding member BW3_1 may be higher than the height of the 3_2 light-shielding member BW3_2, and the height of the 3_2 light-shielding member BW3_2 may be higher than the height of the 3_3 light-shielding member BW3_3.

[0296] In the third pixel group PXG3, the pixel PX closest to the passenger CO_DRIVER sitting in the front passenger seat does not have a large angular range of light propagating toward the driver and the passenger PASSENGER sitting in the rear seat, but the pixel PX closer to the driver and the passenger PASSENGER can have a larger angular range of light propagating toward the driver and the passenger PASSENGER.

[0297] In other words, the pixel PX in the third pixel group PXG3 that is positioned closer to the other side on the first direction DR1 can have a larger angular range of light propagating toward the driver and the passenger PASSENGER sitting in the rear seat.

[0298] For example, the 3_3 light-shielding member BW3_3 can block the 31st light L31 in the light propagating toward the driver and the passenger sitting in the rear seat, the 3_2 light-shielding member BW3_2 can block the 31st light L31 and the 32nd light L32 in the light propagating toward the driver and the passenger sitting in the rear seat, and the 3_1 light-shielding member BW3_1 can block the 31st light L31, the 32nd light L32 and the 33rd light L33 in the light propagating toward the driver and the passenger sitting in the rear seat.

[0299] By arranging the third light-shielding members BW3 such that at least some of the third light-shielding members BW3 have different heights, light blocking can be reduced or minimized, thereby suppressing or preventing a decrease in brightness, and successfully blocking light propagating in unwanted directions (towards the driver and the passenger in the rear seat).

[0300] As an example, the upper surface of the second protective layer 112 can be configured to be inclined, for example, relative to the upper surface of the substrate 101. As an example, in the first pixel group PXG1, the second pixel group PXG2, and the third pixel group PXG3, the upper surface of the second protective layer 112 can be configured to be inclined in different directions. As an example, in the first pixel group PXG1, the upper surface of the second protective layer 112 can be configured to be inclined towards the other side of the first direction DR1. As an example, in the third pixel group PXG3, the upper surface of the second protective layer 112 can be configured to be inclined towards one side of the first direction DR1. As an example, in the second pixel group PXG2, the upper surface of the second protective layer 112 can be configured to be parallel to the upper surface of the substrate 101. As an example, the light-emitting portion 150 can be configured to be inclined accordingly to the upper surface of the second protective layer 112. For example, the upper surface of the encapsulation portion 170 can be planar. The embodiments are not limited to these. As an example, in each of the first pixel group PXG1, the second pixel group PXG2, and the third pixel group PXG3, the upper surface of the second protective layer 112 can be configured to be parallel to the upper surface of the substrate 101.

[0301] The cross-sectional structure of the non-display area NDA of the display device 1 will be described below. Content identical to that described in the cross-sectional structure of the display area DA will be briefly described or omitted.

[0302] Figure 12 The cross-sectional structure of the first non-display area NDA1 is shown. Figure 13 and Figure 14The cross-sectional structure of the notched non-display area N_NDA of the second non-display area NDA2 is shown. It can also be done in essentially the same way. Figure 13 and Figure 14 The description applies to the extended non-display area E_NDA.

[0303] Subsequently, further reference Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figures 12 to 14 The display panel 100 may also include a gating control transistor G120 disposed in the non-display area NDA, a low-potential voltage line VSSL, a dam DMP, multiple pads VSSP, VDDP and DP disposed in the pad area PA, data lines DL (DL1 and DL2) and a crack prevention pattern CSP.

[0304] The gating control transistor G120 may have a substantially the same configuration as the thin-film transistor 120 of the pixel PX, and may be formed together with the thin-film transistor 120 of the pixel PX through the same process, but is not limited thereto.

[0305] The gating control transistor G120 may include a control source G121, a control gate G122, a control semiconductor layer G123, and a control drain G124.

[0306] A light-shielding layer (not shown) may also be provided below the gating control transistor G120. One of the control source G121 and the control drain G124 may be electrically connected to the light-shielding layer (not shown), but is not limited thereto.

[0307] The low-potential voltage line VSSL may be disposed on the fourth insulating layer 106, but is not limited thereto. The low-potential voltage line VSSL may be formed of the same metal layer as the source 121 and drain 124 of the thin-film transistor 120, but is not limited thereto.

[0308] The display panel 100 may also include a low-potential connection electrode CE. The low-potential connection electrode CE can connect the low-potential voltage line VSSL to the cathode 153.

[0309] The low-potential connection electrode CE can be disposed on the second protective layer 112. The dam portion 154 can be disposed on the low-potential connection electrode CE. The low-potential connection electrode CE can be disposed on the same layer as the anode 151 and can be made of the same material as the anode 151. The low-potential connection electrode CE and the anode 151 can be formed together using the same process and a mask, but the embodiments described in this specification are not limited thereto.

[0310] The display panel 100 may also include an exposed portion OP. The exposed portion OP can expose at least a portion of the low-potential voltage line VSSL by recessing the first protective layer 111 and the second protective layer 112.

[0311] The exposed part OP may be defined by a first protective layer 111 and a second protective layer 112. The exposed part OP may be defined by the side surface of the first protective layer 111, the side surface of the second protective layer 112, and the side surface of the second dam DM2.

[0312] The low-potential connection electrode CE can be electrically connected to the low-potential voltage line VSSL exposed in the exposed part OP. At least a portion of the low-potential connection electrode CE can be disposed on the second protective layer 112 and can extend from the second protective layer 112 toward the low-potential voltage line VSSL.

[0313] The low-potential connection electrode CE can also be disposed on the side surface of the first protective layer 111 and the side surface of the second protective layer 112 that define the exposed portion OP, and can also be disposed on the fourth insulating layer 106 and the low-potential voltage line VSSL exposed through the exposed portion OP. Therefore, the low-potential connection electrode CE can contact the low-potential voltage line VSSL.

[0314] The low-potential connection electrode CE can be electrically connected to the cathode 153. The low-potential connection electrode CE and the cathode 153 can be electrically connected to each other in the overlapping area through the low-potential contact hole C_CNT. The low-potential contact hole C_CNT can be defined by passing through the embankment 154 in the overlapping area of ​​the low-potential connection electrode CE and the cathode 153, and can expose the low-potential connection electrode CE.

[0315] A dam section DMP may include a first dam DM1 and a second dam DM2. The first dam DM1 and the second dam DM2 may overlap with a first low-potential voltage line VSSL1 or a second low-potential voltage line VSSL2. The implementation is not limited thereto. For example, a dam section DMP may include one or three or more dam sections. For example, at least one or more of the three or more dam sections may overlap with the first low-potential voltage line VSSL1 or the second low-potential voltage line VSSL2. For example, at least one or more of the three or more dam sections may not overlap with the first low-potential voltage line VSSL1 or the second low-potential voltage line VSSL2.

[0316] In the second non-display area NDA2, the first dam DM1 and the second dam DM2 may overlap with the first low-potential voltage line VSSL1. In the first non-display area NDA1, the first dam DM1 and the second dam DM2 may overlap with the second low-potential voltage line VSSL2.

[0317] The first dam DM1 can be located outside the second dam DM2, but is not limited to this.

[0318] The first dam DM1 can be formed as a multi-layered structure. Each layer of the first dam DM1 can be made of the same material as the second protective layer 112 and the dike 154, and each layer of the first dam DM1, the second protective layer 112 and the dike 154 can be formed together using the same process and a mask, but the embodiments described in this specification are not limited thereto.

[0319] The second dam DM2 can be formed as a multi-layered structure. Each layer of the second dam DM2 can be made of the same material as the embankment 154 and the spacers (not shown), and each layer of the second dam DM2, the embankment 154 and the spacers (not shown) can be formed together using a mask in the same process, but the embodiments described in this specification are not limited thereto.

[0320] As an example, the crack prevention pattern CSP can be disposed at the outermost edge of the non-display area NDA, but is not limited thereto. The crack prevention pattern CSP can be defined by making at least one recess in the inorganic film disposed on the substrate 101. As an example, the crack prevention pattern CSP can be omitted depending on the design.

[0321] For example, the crack prevention pattern CSP can be defined by recessing the first insulating layer 103, the second insulating layer 104, the third insulating layer 105, and the fourth insulating layer 106, but is not limited thereto.

[0322] As an example, a crack dummy pattern DUP can also be provided on the crack prevention pattern CSP, but is not limited thereto. The crack dummy pattern DUP can fill the recessed crack prevention pattern CSP. The crack dummy pattern DUP can be formed from multiple layers. For example, the crack dummy pattern DUP can be formed from three layers. The layers of the crack dummy pattern DUP can be made of the same material as the first protective layer 111, the second protective layer 112, and the embankment 154.

[0323] As an example, the high-potential voltage line VDDL can be disposed on the buffer layer 102 and covered by the first insulating layer 103, but is not limited thereto. The high-potential voltage line VDDL can be made of the same material as the light-shielding layer 126, and the high-potential voltage line VDDL and the light-shielding layer 126 can be formed together using a mask in the same process, but the embodiments described in this specification are not limited thereto.

[0324] Although not shown, the high-potential voltage pad VDDP may be disposed on the same layer as the source 121 and drain 124, may include the same material as the source 121 and drain 124, and may be formed together with the source 121 and drain 124 using a mask through the same process, but is not limited thereto.

[0325] In this configuration, the high-potential voltage pad VDDP can be electrically connected to the high-potential voltage line VDDL via the high-potential contact hole S_CNT that exposes the high-potential voltage line VDDL.

[0326] However, the embodiments described herein are not limited thereto, and the high potential voltage line VDDL can be disposed on the same layer as the source 121 and the drain 124 and can include the same material as the source 121 and the drain 124, and the high potential voltage line VDDL, the source 121 and the drain 124 can be formed together using a mask in the same process.

[0327] As an example, the first data pad DP1 and the second data pad DP2 may be disposed on the fourth insulating layer 106, but are not limited thereto. The first data pad DP1 and the second data pad DP2 may be disposed on the same layer as the source 121 and the drain 124, may contain the same material as the source 121 and the drain 124, and may be formed together with the source 121 and the drain 124 using a mask through the same process, but are not limited thereto.

[0328] As an example, the first data line DL1 may be disposed on the second insulating layer 104 and covered by the third insulating layer 105, but is not limited thereto. The first data line DL1 may comprise the same material as the gate 122 and may be formed together with the gate 122 using a mask through the same process, but is not limited thereto.

[0329] As an example, the second data line DL2 may be disposed on the third insulating layer 105 and covered by the fourth insulating layer 106, but is not limited thereto. The second data line DL2 may comprise the same material as the second storage electrode 142, and may be formed together with the second storage electrode 142 using a mask through the same process, but is not limited thereto.

[0330] The first data line DL1 can be electrically connected to ground via the first data contact hole CNT1 and the first data pad DP1. The second data line DL2 can be electrically connected to ground via the second data contact hole CNT2 and the second data pad DP2.

[0331] Crack prevention pattern CSP can be set outside the pad area PA. Crack prevention pattern CSP can be set between the end of the pad area PA and the end of the non-display area NDA2.

[0332] However, multiple pads VSSP, VDDP, and DP may not be covered by multiple inorganic films. Multiple inorganic films disposed on the fourth insulating layer 106 can expose multiple pads VSSP, VDDP, and DP. Multiple inorganic films disposed on the fourth insulating layer 106 may not be disposed within the pad area PA.

[0333] Therefore, the flexible film COF can be configured such that at least a portion of it overlaps with and is attached to the display panel 100, and the flexible film COF can be electrically connected to the ground of a plurality of pads VSSP, VDDP and DP of the pad area PA.

[0334] Other embodiments of this specification will be described below. For the components included in these other embodiments that are similar to those referenced... Figures 1 to 14 The content described is essentially the same, the same figure labels are given, and repeated content may be omitted or briefly described.

[0335] Figure 15 This is a plan view illustrating the pixel arrangement of a display panel according to another exemplary embodiment.

[0336] Reference Figure 15 The display panel 100_1 according to this embodiment may include Figure 4 The first pixel group PXG1 and the third pixel group PXG3 are included, but the second pixel group PXG2 may not be included.

[0337] The first pixel group PXG1 and the third pixel group PXG3 can be alternately and repeatedly arranged in the second direction DR2. The first microlens ML1 and the first light-shielding member BW1 can be disposed on the pixels PX included in the first pixel group PXG1. The third microlens ML3 and the third light-shielding member BW3 can be disposed on the pixels PX included in the third pixel group PXG3.

[0338] Therefore, each pixel group PXG1 or PXG3 can display different images and videos, and the display device 1 (see...) Figure 1 It can display two different images and videos depending on the viewing angle.

[0339] When the display panel 100_1 is used in a display device for a vehicle, the screen displayed to the driver sitting in the driver's seat and the screen displayed to the passenger sitting in the front passenger seat can be controlled separately and distinctly, and different screens can be displayed to the driver and the passenger.

[0340] Even under these conditions, since the light-shielding members BW1 and BW3 are disposed on the pixel PX, the portion of light emitted from the pixel PX of each pixel group PXG1 or PXG3 that propagates along an unwanted path can be smoothly blocked and controlled. Distortion of the image displayed to the user can be reduced, suppressed, or prevented. Furthermore, degradation of the display device's brightness can be reduced, suppressed, or prevented, thereby suppressing or preventing a decrease in brightness efficiency and reducing power consumption.

[0341] Furthermore, by including the first pixel group PXG1 and the third pixel group PXG3, the process can be performed more efficiently, thereby reducing process costs and time.

[0342] Figure 16 This is a plan view showing the pixel arrangement of a display panel according to yet another embodiment.

[0343] Reference Figure 16 The display panel 100_2 according to this embodiment may include Figure 4 The second pixel group PXG2 may not include the first pixel group PXG1 and the third pixel group PXG3.

[0344] The second pixel group PXG2 can be repeatedly set on the second direction DR2. The second microlens ML2 and the second light-shielding member BW2 can be set on the pixels PX included in the second pixel group PXG2.

[0345] When the display panel 100_2 is used in a vehicle display device, the same screen can be displayed to the driver and passenger.

[0346] Even in this case, since the second light-shielding member BW2 is disposed on pixel PX, the portion of light emitted from pixel PX of the second pixel group PXG2 that propagates along an unwanted path can be smoothly blocked and controlled. Therefore, brightness degradation of the display device can be reduced, suppressed, or prevented, thereby suppressing or preventing a decrease in brightness efficiency and reducing power consumption.

[0347] Furthermore, by including the second pixel group PXG2, the process can be performed more efficiently, thereby reducing process costs and time.

[0348] Figure 17 This is a plan view illustrating the pixel arrangement of a display panel according to yet another exemplary embodiment.

[0349] Reference Figure 17 The display panel 100_3 according to this embodiment may include a first pixel group PXG1, a second pixel group PXG2 and a third pixel group PXG3.

[0350] Therefore, each pixel group PXG2 or PXG3 can display different images and videos, and the display device 1 (see...) Figure 1 It can display two different images and videos depending on the viewing angle.

[0351] The first pixel group PXG1, the second pixel group PXG2, and the third pixel group PXG3 can be alternately and repeatedly arranged in the second direction DR2. The first microlens ML1 and the first light-shielding member BW1 can be disposed on the pixels PX included in the first pixel group PXG1. The third microlens ML3 and the third light-shielding member BW3 can be disposed on the pixels PX included in the third pixel group PXG3.

[0352] However, the second microlens ML2 can be disposed on the pixel PX included in the second pixel group PXG2, and the second light-shielding member BW2 (see Figure 4 (It is not necessary to set it on it.)

[0353] When the display panel 100_3 is used in a display device for a vehicle, it can separately and distinctly control the screen displayed to the driver sitting in the driver's seat, the screen displayed to the passenger (CO_DRIVER) sitting in the front passenger seat, and the screen displayed to the passenger (PASSENGER) sitting in the rear seat, and can display different screens to the driver, the passenger (CO_DRIVER), and the passenger (PASSENGER).

[0354] Even under these conditions, since the light-shielding components BW1 and BW3 are disposed on the pixel PX, the portion of light emitted from the pixel PX of each pixel group PXG1 or PXG3 that propagates along an unwanted path can be smoothly blocked and controlled. Distortion of the image displayed to the user can be reduced, suppressed, or prevented. Furthermore, brightness degradation of the display device can be reduced, suppressed, or prevented, thereby suppressing or preventing a decrease in brightness efficiency and reducing power consumption.

[0355] Furthermore, since the light-shielding component is omitted on the pixel PX of the second pixel group PXG2, the brightness degradation of the display device can be reduced, suppressed, or prevented more easily.

[0356] Figures 18 to 20 This is a cross-sectional view of the display panel of a display device according to yet another exemplary embodiment.

[0357] Figure 18 The cross-section of the first pixel group PXG1 is shown. Figure 19 The cross-section of the second pixel group PXG2 is shown, and Figure 20 The cross-section of the third pixel group PXG3 is shown.

[0358] Reference Figures 18 to 20Microlenses ML1, ML2, and ML3, as well as light-shielding components BW1, BW2, and BW3, can be disposed on pixels PX in each pixel group PXG. The light-shielding components BW1, BW2, and BW3 disposed on pixels PX in pixel groups PXG1, PXG2, and PXG3, respectively, can all have the same height.

[0359] For example, each of the light-shielding members BW1_1, BW1_2, and BW1_3 disposed on a pixel PX of the first pixel group PXG1 can have the same height. The height of the light-shielding members BW1_1, BW1_2, and BW1_3 can be the same as, but not limited to, the height of the first microlens ML1. For example, depending on the design, the height of the light-shielding members BW1_1, BW1_2, and BW1_3 can be higher or lower than the height of the first microlens ML1.

[0360] Each of the light-shielding members BW2_1, BW2_2, and BW2_3 disposed on pixel PX of the second pixel group PXG2 can have the same height. The height of the light-shielding members BW2_1, BW2_2, and BW2_3 can be the same as, but not limited to, the height of the second microlens ML2. For example, depending on the design, the height of the light-shielding members BW2_1, BW2_2, and BW2_3 can be higher or lower than the height of the second microlens ML2.

[0361] Each of the light-shielding members BW3_1, BW3_2, and BW3_3 disposed on pixel PX of the third pixel group PXG3 can have the same height. The height of the light-shielding members BW3_1, BW3_2, and BW3_3 can be the same as, but not limited to, the height of the third microlens ML3. For example, depending on the design, the height of the light-shielding members BW3_1, BW3_2, and BW3_3 can be higher or lower than the height of the third microlens ML3.

[0362] Furthermore, the light-shielding components BW1, BW2, and BW3, which are respectively set on the pixels PX in pixel groups PXG1, PXG2, and PXG3, can all have the same height.

[0363] For example, the light-shielding members BW1_1, BW1_2, and BW1_3 disposed on the pixels PX of the first pixel group PXG1, the light-shielding members BW2_1, BW2_2, and BW2_3 disposed on the pixels PX of the second pixel group PXG2, and the light-shielding members BW3_1, BW3_2, and BW3_3 disposed on the pixels PX of the third pixel group PXG3 can all have the same height.

[0364] Even under these conditions, because the light-shielding components BW1, BW2, and BW3 are disposed on the pixel PX, the portion of light emitted from the pixel PX of each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3 that propagates along an unwanted path can be smoothly blocked and controlled. This reduces, suppresses, or prevents distortion of the image displayed to the user. Furthermore, it reduces, suppresses, or prevents brightness degradation of the display device, thereby suppressing or preventing a decrease in brightness efficiency and reducing power consumption.

[0365] Furthermore, since each light-shielding component BW1, BW2, or BW3 is formed at the same height, the process can be performed more efficiently, thereby reducing process costs and time.

[0366] Figure 21 This is a plan view of a display device according to yet another exemplary embodiment. Figure 22 yes Figure 21 A magnified view of region Q2 in the image. Figure 23 It is along Figure 22 A cross-sectional view of line K-K' in the diagram.

[0367] Figure 22 This is a view of region Q2 of a display device 5 according to yet another exemplary embodiment, in which the flexible film COF, motherboard MB, and driver IC DIC are omitted.

[0368] Reference Figures 21 to 23 In the display device 5 according to this embodiment, the gated drive unit GIP (see...) Figure 1 The pixel gate drive unit (GIA) can be set in the non-display area NDA without separation, and the pixel gate drive unit (GIA) can be set in the display area DA.

[0369] Pixel gating drivers (GIAs) can be configured as multiple pixel gating drivers, and each GIA can be connected to each of the multiple pixels (PXs). Pixel gating drivers (GIAs) can be positioned around the pixels (PXs). Pixel gating drivers (GIAs) can be positioned between adjacent pixels (PXs).

[0370] For example, the pixel gating driving unit GIA can be disposed between adjacent pixels PX in the first direction DR1. Pixels PX and pixel gating driving units GIA can be disposed alternately and repeatedly in the first direction DR1. Pixels PX can be disposed continuously and repeatedly in the second direction DR2. Pixel gating driving units GIA can be disposed continuously and repeatedly in the second direction DR2.

[0371] The pixel gating driver unit GIA can be used with the gating driver unit GIP (see...). Figure 1 It performs essentially the same function. The pixel gating drive unit (GIA) may include at least one transistor.

[0372] The pixel gating drive unit (GIA) can be electrically connected to the adjacent pixel (PX).

[0373] The pixel gating driver unit (GIA) receives gating control signals from the driver IC (DIC) via the gating control line GCL_5. The GIA can then generate scan signals and emission signals (or emission control signals) based on these gating control signals. Therefore, it can control the driving of adjacent pixels (PX).

[0374] Since the pixel gating drive unit GIA is located in the display area DA, the non-display area NDA or the border area can be minimized, thereby providing the user with an improved aesthetic.

[0375] The display device 5 may also include a gating control line GCL_5 and a gating control pad GCP.

[0376] The gating control line GCL_5 can be set in the non-display area NDA and the display area DA. The gating control line GCL_5 can be set in the second non-display area NDA2, but is not limited thereto. The gating control line GCL_5 can be set in the extension direction of the second non-display area NDA2.

[0377] The gating control line GCL_5 can be partially located in the second non-display area NDA2, and can extend from the second non-display area NDA2 to the pixel gating drive unit GIA in the display area DA. The gating control line GCL_5 can be electrically connected to multiple pixel gating drive units GIA located in the display area DA.

[0378] The gating control pad (GCP) can be set in the pad area (PA). In the pad area (PA), the gating control pad (GCP) is shown as being positioned between the high-potential voltage pad (VDDP) and the data pad (DP), but is not limited to this, and the arrangement of the gating control pad (GCP) can vary depending on the design.

[0379] The gating control pad GCP may be made of the same material as the gating control line GCL_5, but is not limited to this. The gating control pad GCP and the gating control line GCL_5 may be formed integrally, but is not limited to this.

[0380] The gating control pad GCP and gating control line GCL_5 can be set on the fourth insulating layer 106. The gating control pad GCP and gating control line GCL_5 can be connected to the source 121 (see...). Figure 5 ) and drain 124 (see Figure 5The source 121 and drain 124 are located on the same layer and can be made of the same material as the source 121 and drain 124. The gating control pad GCP, gating control line GCL, source 121 and drain 124 can be formed together using a mask in the same process, but the implementation of this specification is not limited thereto.

[0381] Multiple pads VSSP, VDDP, DP, and GCP may not be covered by multiple inorganic films. Multiple inorganic films disposed on the fourth insulating layer 106 can expose multiple pads VSSP, VDDP, DP, and GCP. Multiple inorganic films disposed on the fourth insulating layer 106 may not be disposed within the pad area PA.

[0382] For example, the first inorganic encapsulation layer 171, the second inorganic encapsulation layer 173, the touch buffer layer 181, the first touch insulating layer 183, and the third touch insulating layer 186 can be disposed in the notched non-display area N_NDA up to the end of the substrate 101, but may not be disposed in the pad area PA. Therefore, the plurality of pads VSSP, VDDP, DP, and GCP disposed on the fourth insulating layer 106 can be exposed, and the display panel 100_5 can be adhered to and electrically connected to the flexible film COF.

[0383] Because the gating drive unit GIP is omitted from the non-display area NDA (see...) Figure 1 Furthermore, the pixel gating drive unit GIA is located in the display area DA, which can reduce the non-display area NDA, thereby reducing the border area and increasing the display area DA.

[0384] Even under these conditions, because the light-shielding components BW1, BW2, and BW3 are disposed on the pixel PX, the portion of light emitted from the pixel PX of each pixel group PXG1, PXG2, or PXG3 that propagates along an unwanted path can be smoothly blocked and controlled. This reduces, suppresses, or prevents distortion of the image displayed to the user. Furthermore, it reduces, suppresses, or prevents brightness degradation of the display device, thereby suppressing or preventing a decrease in brightness efficiency and reducing power consumption.

[0385] The display device according to various exemplary embodiments of this specification can be described as follows.

[0386] According to embodiments of this specification, a display device is provided, the display device comprising: a first pixel group including a plurality of pixels; a first microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the first pixel group; and a first light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the first pixel group, wherein the first light-shielding member is disposed at at least one of one side and the other side of the first microlens in a first direction.

[0387] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, a first light-shielding member may be disposed on one side of the first microlens in a first direction, pixels of the first pixel group may be disposed in the first direction, and the height of the first light-shielding member may increase toward the pixels disposed on one side in the first direction.

[0388] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the display device may further include: a third pixel group including a plurality of pixels; a third microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the third pixel group; and a third light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the third pixel group, wherein the third light-shielding member may be disposed on the other side of the third microlens in the first direction.

[0389] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the pixels of the third pixel group can be disposed in the first direction, and the height of the third light-shielding member can increase toward the pixels disposed on the other side of the first direction.

[0390] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the first pixel group and the third pixel group may be alternately and repeatedly set in a second direction intersecting the first direction.

[0391] The display device may further include: a second pixel group comprising a plurality of pixels; and a second microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the second pixel group.

[0392] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the display device may further include: a second light-shielding member corresponding to each of a plurality of pixels in the second pixel group, wherein the second light-shielding member may be disposed on both one side and the other side of the second microlens in the first direction, and the height of the second light-shielding member may increase toward the pixels disposed on one side and the other side in the first direction.

[0393] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the first pixel group, the second pixel group, and the third pixel group may be alternately and repeatedly set in a second direction intersecting the first direction.

[0394] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the first light-shielding member may be disposed on both one side and the other side of the first microlens in the first direction, and the first pixel group may be repeatedly disposed in a second direction intersecting the first direction.

[0395] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the display device may further include: a second pixel group comprising a plurality of pixels; a second microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the second pixel group; a second light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the second pixel group; a third pixel group comprising a plurality of pixels; a third microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the third pixel group; and a third light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the third pixel group, wherein the second light-shielding member may be disposed on one side of the second microlens in a first direction, the third light-shielding member may be disposed on the other side of the third microlens in the first direction, and the first pixel group, the second pixel group, and the third pixel group may be alternately and repeatedly disposed in a second direction.

[0396] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the first light-shielding member, the second light-shielding member, and the third light-shielding member may all have the same height.

[0397] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the display device may further include: a display area, wherein a first pixel group is disposed in the display area; and a non-display area located around the display area, wherein a first light-shielding member may be disposed in the display area.

[0398] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the height of the first light-shielding member may increase toward pixels disposed on one side and the other side in the first direction.

[0399] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the first light-shielding member may be formed in a black-based color.

[0400] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the first light-shielding member may be in direct contact with the first microlens.

[0401] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the display device may further include: a lens protective layer disposed on the first microlens and the first light-shielding member, wherein the lens protective layer may be in direct contact with the first microlens and the first light-shielding member.

[0402] According to an exemplary embodiment of this specification, a display device is provided, the display device comprising: a first pixel group including a plurality of pixels; a third pixel group including a plurality of pixels; a first microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the first pixel group; a third microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the third pixel group; a first light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the first pixel group; and a third light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the third pixel group, wherein the first light-shielding member is disposed on one side of the first microlens in a first direction, and the third light-shielding member is disposed on the other side of the third microlens in the first direction.

[0403] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the display device may further include: a second pixel group including a plurality of pixels; a second microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the second pixel group; and a second light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the second pixel group, wherein the second light-shielding member may be disposed on one side and the other side of the second microlens in a first direction.

[0404] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the first pixel group, the second pixel group, and the third pixel group may be alternately and repeatedly set in a second direction intersecting the first direction.

[0405] According to various exemplary embodiments of this specification, the height of the first light-shielding member may increase toward the pixel disposed on one side of the first direction, and the height of the third light-shielding member may increase toward the pixel disposed on the other side of the first direction.

[0406] Although embodiments have been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art will understand that the above-described technical configurations can be implemented in other specific forms without altering their technical spirit or essential characteristics. Therefore, it should be understood that the above-described embodiments are illustrative rather than restrictive in all respects. Furthermore, the scope of the embodiments is defined by the appended claims rather than the detailed description. Moreover, the meaning and scope of the claims, as well as all modifications or variations derived from their equivalents, should be interpreted as including within the scope of the embodiments.

[0407] Cross-references to related applications

[0408] This application claims priority and benefit to Korean Patent Application No. 10-2024-0110525, filed on August 19, 2024, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference for all purposes as if fully set forth herein.

Claims

1. A display device, the display device comprising: The first pixel group includes a plurality of pixels; A first microlens, the first microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the first pixel group; as well as A first light-shielding member, the first light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the first pixel group. The first light-shielding member is disposed at at least one of the first microlens on one side and the other side in the first direction.

2. The display device according to claim 1, wherein, The first light-shielding member is disposed on one side of the first microlens in the first direction. The pixels of the first pixel group are arranged in the first direction, and The height of the first light-shielding member increases toward the pixel located on the side in the first direction.

3. The display device according to claim 2, further comprising: The third pixel group includes multiple pixels; A third microlens, the third microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the third pixel group; as well as A third light-shielding member, the third light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the third pixel group. The third light-shielding member is disposed on the other side of the third microlens in the first direction.

4. The display device according to claim 3, wherein, The pixels of the third pixel group are arranged in the first direction, and The height of the third light-shielding member increases toward the pixel located on the other side in the first direction.

5. The display device according to claim 4, wherein, The first pixel group and the third pixel group are alternately and repeatedly arranged in a second direction that intersects with the first direction.

6. The display device according to claim 4, further comprising: The second pixel group includes a plurality of pixels; as well as A second microlens, which corresponds to each of the plurality of pixels in the second pixel group.

7. The display device according to claim 6, further comprising a second light-shielding member, the second light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the second pixel group. in, The second light-shielding member is disposed on one side and the other side of the second microlens in the first direction. The height of the second light-shielding member increases from the center of the second pixel group toward the pixels located on one side and the other side in the first direction.

8. The display device according to claim 7, wherein, The first pixel group, the second pixel group, and the third pixel group are alternately and repeatedly arranged in a second direction that intersects with the first direction.

9. The display device according to claim 1, wherein, The first light-shielding member is disposed on one side and the other side of the first microlens in the first direction, and The first pixel group is repeatedly set in a second direction that intersects with the first direction.

10. The display device according to claim 9, further comprising: The second pixel group includes a plurality of pixels; A second microlens, the second microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the second pixel group; A second light-shielding member, the second light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the second pixel group; The third pixel group includes multiple pixels; A third microlens, the third microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the third pixel group; as well as A third light-shielding member, the third light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the third pixel group. The second light-shielding member is disposed on one side of the second microlens in the first direction. The third light-shielding member is disposed on the other side of the third microlens in the first direction, and The first pixel group, the second pixel group, and the third pixel group are alternately and repeatedly arranged in the second direction.

11. The display device according to claim 10, wherein, The first light-shielding member, the second light-shielding member, and the third light-shielding member all have the same height.

12. The display device according to claim 1, further comprising: The first pixel group is disposed in the display area; and a non-display area, which is located around the display area. The first light-shielding member is disposed in the display area.

13. The display device according to claim 9, wherein, The height of the first light-shielding member increases from the center of the first pixel group toward the pixels located on one side and the other side in the first direction.

14. The display device according to claim 1, wherein, The first light-shielding member is formed in a black color.

15. The display device according to claim 1, wherein, The first light-shielding member is in direct contact with the first microlens, or is configured to be spaced apart from the first microlens.

16. The display device according to claim 1, further comprising: A lens protective layer is disposed on the first microlens and the first light-shielding member. The lens protective layer is in direct contact with the first microlens and the first light-shielding component.

17. The display device according to claim 16, wherein, The refractive index of the lens protective layer is less than that of the first microlens.

18. The display device according to claim 1, wherein, The pixels of the first pixel group are arranged in the first direction.

19. The display device according to claim 1, further comprising a notch formed at one edge of the display device.

20. The display device according to claim 1, wherein, The length of the first light-shielding member in the second direction intersecting the first direction is equal to or greater than the diameter of the first microlens.

21. The display device according to claim 1, wherein, The first light-shielding member is disposed on one side of the first microlens in the first direction, and Wherein, the center of the light-emitting area of ​​the pixel in the first pixel group is offset from the center of the first microlens to one side.

22. A display device, the display device comprising: The first pixel group includes a plurality of pixels; The third pixel group includes multiple pixels; A first microlens, the first microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the first pixel group; A third microlens, the third microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the third pixel group; A first light-shielding member, the first light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the first pixel group; as well as A third light-shielding member, the third light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the third pixel group. Wherein, the first light-shielding member is disposed on one side of the first microlens in the first direction, and The third light-shielding member is disposed on the other side of the third microlens in the first direction.

23. The display device according to claim 22, further comprising: The second pixel group includes a plurality of pixels; A second microlens, the second microlens corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the second pixel group; as well as A second light-shielding member, the second light-shielding member corresponding to each of the plurality of pixels in the second pixel group. The second light-shielding member is disposed on one side and the other side of the second microlens in the first direction.

24. The display device according to claim 23, wherein, The first pixel group, the second pixel group, and the third pixel group are alternately and repeatedly arranged in a second direction that intersects with the first direction.

25. The display device according to claim 22, wherein, The height of the first light-shielding member increases toward the pixel located on one side in the first direction, and The height of the third light-shielding member increases toward the pixel located on the other side in the first direction.

26. The display device according to claim 22, wherein, The first pixel group and the third pixel group are configured to display different images and videos.

27. A vehicle comprising a display device according to any one of claims 1 to 26.

28. The vehicle according to claim 27, wherein, The display device is positioned across the driver's seat and the front passenger seat arranged along the first direction.

29. The vehicle according to claim 28, wherein, The display device is configured to provide different images to the driver's seat and the front passenger seat.

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