Electronic equipment

Abstract

The invention relates to electronic equipment. The electronic equipment comprises a first body and a second body which are pivotally connected, the first body comprises a first shell part, a second shell part and a screen, the second shell part is arranged in the circumferential direction of the screen and located on the side facing the second body, the first body is provided with a mounting cavity located between the first shell part and the second shell part, the mounting cavity is located on the edge side of the first body, and the mounting cavity is used for mounting a module; at least two supporting pieces are arranged in the mounting cavity in the length direction of the mounting cavity at intervals, and the two ends of each supporting piece extend to the first shell part and the second shell part correspondingly. In the folded state, the second shell part abuts against the second body.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electronic technology, specifically to an electronic device. Background Technology

[0002] Electronic devices such as laptops consist of two parts: a first body and a second body. The first body and the second body are connected by a pivot structure. The first body can rotate relative to the second body around the pivot, so that the electronic device can switch between different postures.

[0003] The first body is equipped with a screen and a communication module. The first body is equipped with a mounting cavity that is compatible with the communication module. The first body is hollow in the mounting cavity. During use or testing, the first body may be subjected to external forces. Therefore, the first body must meet the structural strength requirements in the mounting cavity. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of this, this application provides an electronic device.

[0005] An electronic device includes a pivotally connected first body and a second body;

[0006] The first body includes a first shell, a second shell, and a screen. The second shell is disposed along the circumference of the screen and is located on the side facing the second body. The first body has a mounting cavity located between the first shell and the second shell. The mounting cavity is located on the edge side of the first body and is used to mount a module. At least two support members are spaced apart along the length of the mounting cavity. The two ends of the support members extend to the first shell and the second shell, respectively.

[0007] In the folded state, the second shell portion and the second body portion abut against each other.

[0008] Optionally, the support member is connected to the first housing portion by screws.

[0009] Optionally, the support member includes a connecting portion and a supporting portion. The connecting portion is provided with a mounting hole and is connected to the first housing portion by the screw. The supporting portion is disposed along the edge of the connecting portion, and the width of the connecting portion gradually increases from the side facing the mounting hole to the side facing the supporting portion.

[0010] Optionally, the edge of the connecting portion is provided with a flange structure, and the flange structure forms the support portion.

[0011] Optionally, the second shell portion is further provided with an abutment groove adapted to the support portion, and the support portion abuts against the bottom wall of the abutment groove.

[0012] Optionally, the screw is also used to install the corresponding module to the first housing portion.

[0013] Optionally, the first shell portion has a thickened portion on one side edge facing the second shell portion, the thickened portion has a threaded hole, and the screw is threadedly engaged with the threaded hole.

[0014] Optionally, the thickened portion is provided with a first step and a second step, a clearance space is formed between the first step surface of the first step and the second step surface of the second step, the second step surface is disposed closer to the second body than the first step surface, the first step surface is provided with a threaded hole, the head of the screw is located in the clearance space, and the second shell portion is bonded to the second step surface by an adhesive layer.

[0015] Optionally, the support member is a metal component.

[0016] Optionally, the second body includes a keyboard, a third shell, and a fourth shell, the third shell and the fourth shell being connected circumferentially, the third shell being arranged circumferentially along the keyboard and facing one side of the first body. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the electronic device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a partial cross-sectional structure of an electronic device;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the mounting cavity of an electronic device;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the support component in the mounting cavity of an electronic device under its installed state.

[0022] Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of the support component.

[0023] Appendix Figures 1-5 The reference numerals in the attached figures are explained as follows:

[0024] 1 First body; 11 First shell; 111 Thickened part; 112 Threaded hole; 113 First stepped surface; 114 Second stepped surface; 115 Clearance space; 12 Second shell; 121 Abutting groove; 122 Groove bottom wall; 13 Screen; 14 Mounting cavity;

[0025] 2. Second body; 21. Third shell; 22. Fourth shell;

[0026] 3. Support component; 31. Connecting part; 32. Support part; 33. Mounting hole;

[0027] 4 screws; 41 head;

[0028] 5 modules;

[0029] 6 adhesive layers;

[0030] 7 communication items. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this disclosure will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this disclosure, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this disclosure, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0032] These embodiments are provided to make the disclosure thorough and complete, and to fully express the scope of the disclosure to those skilled in the art. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement of components and steps, material composition, numerical expressions, and values ​​set forth in these embodiments should be interpreted as exemplary only and not as limiting.

[0033] It should be noted that, in the description of this disclosure, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more; the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationship, are only for the convenience of describing this disclosure and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this disclosure. When the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0034] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and similar terms used in this disclosure do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different parts. "Vertical" is not strictly vertical, but within the permissible margin of error. "Parallel" is not strictly parallel, but within the permissible margin of error. Terms such as "including" or "contains" mean that the element preceding the word encompasses the element listed after the word, and do not exclude the possibility of encompassing other elements as well.

[0035] It should also be noted that, in the description of this disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this disclosure depending on the specific circumstances. When a particular device is described as being located between a first device and a second device, an intermediary device may or may not be present between the particular device and the first or second device.

[0036] All terms used in this disclosure have the same meaning as understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure pertains, unless otherwise specifically defined. It should also be understood that terms defined in general dictionaries should be interpreted as having meanings consistent with their meanings in the context of the relevant art, and not as idealized or highly formalized, unless expressly defined herein.

[0037] Techniques, methods, and equipment known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, they should be considered part of the specification. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments in this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0038] The applicant's research revealed that the structural strength of the mounting cavity used to house communication modules in electronic devices such as laptops is relatively weak. In reliability testing scenarios, electronic devices need to undergo rigorous tests such as drop tests and pressure tests. During use, electronic devices may also be subjected to external forces such as accidental drops, collisions, and compression. When external forces are transmitted to the mounting cavity of the electronic device, due to its limited structural load-bearing capacity, local structural deformation of the shell is very likely to occur. The deformed shell may compress the internal communication module, leading to poor module contact, signal interruption, or even module damage, directly affecting the communication function of the device. Furthermore, after the shell deforms, it may also compress the screen, causing screen damage.

[0039] This application provides an electronic device, such as... Figure 1As shown, the electronic device includes two parts: a first body 1 and a second body 2. The first body 1 and the second body 2 are pivotally connected by a pivot. The first body 1 and the second body 2 can rotate relative to each other around the pivot to various states. When the first body 1 and the second body 2 rotate relative to each other around the pivot to form a preset angle (usually 30°-150°, which can adapt to different user needs such as sitting or standing), the electronic device is in use, which is convenient for users to perform operations such as screen browsing and data input. When the first body 1 and the second body 2 rotate relative to each other around the pivot to fit together, the electronic device is in a folded state. At this time, the overall size of the device is greatly reduced, making it easier for users to carry or store.

[0040] like Figure 2 As shown, the first body 1 includes a first shell portion 11, a second shell portion 12, and a screen 13. The second shell portion 12 is disposed circumferentially along the screen 13, and the second shell portion 12 and the screen 13 are located on the side of the first body 1 facing the second body 2. The first shell portion 11 and the second shell portion 12 are connected circumferentially. When the electronic device is in a folded state, the second shell portion 12 can abut against the second body 2.

[0041] The first body 1 also has a mounting cavity 14, which is located within the space formed by the first shell 11 and the second shell 12, and is specifically located on the edge region of the first body 1 away from the pivot. The mounting cavity 14 is used to assemble the module 5, and is located on the edge side of the first body 1. For example, when the electronic device is in the unfolded state, the pivot is located in the bottom region of the first body 1, that is, the side facing the second body 2, and the mounting cavity 14 is located in the top region of the first body 1, that is, the side away from the second body 2. Of course, the mounting cavity 14 can also be located on other edge sides of the first body 1. In the unfolded state, the pivot is located in the bottom region of the first body 1, and the mounting cavity 14 is located beside the first body 1.

[0042] The electronic device of this technical solution can be adapted to various portable foldable product forms, such as laptops, foldable e-readers, foldable tablets, foldable mobile phones, etc. Its structural logic is the same as that of the laptop mentioned above: the side with the display screen corresponds to the first body 1 (including the first shell 11, the second shell 12 and the screen 13) in this technology, and the side with the operation buttons corresponds to the second body 2. The mounting cavity 14 can also be set in the edge area of ​​the first body 1 away from the pivot, for mounting communication modules or other functional modules. Only by adapting the specifications and layout of each component according to the size and functional requirements of different devices can the core design concept of this solution be used.

[0043] Taking a laptop as an example, the first body 1 corresponds to the side component of the laptop with the screen 13. The first shell 11 corresponds to the "A shell" (i.e. the shell on the back of the screen) of the laptop, and the second shell 12 corresponds to the "B shell" (i.e. the shell around the screen). The B shell has a ring frame structure that fits the shape of the screen 13. It is completely surrounded along the circumferential edge of the screen 13 and is arranged facing the second body 2. This not only achieves edge protection and assembly positioning of the screen 13, but also forms a stable contact with the second body 2 when the device is folded.

[0044] In a laptop, the mounting cavity 14 is used to install modules such as video modules, face recognition modules, and microphone modules, and is located on the side of the first body 1 away from the hinge to form a communication strip 7. Due to the setting of the mounting cavity 14, the first shell 11 is a hollow structure at the communication strip 7, and the structural strength is relatively weak. In the folded state, if the first shell 11 is subjected to external force, it may deform and impact the screen 13, causing damage to the screen 13.

[0045] In this embodiment of the application, at least two support members 3 are provided at intervals along the length direction of the mounting cavity 14. One end of the support member 3 extends to the first shell portion 11, and the other end of the support member 3 extends to the second shell portion 12, so as to provide support for the first body 1 in the mounting cavity 14.

[0046] When the electronic device is folded, the second shell 12 abuts against the second body 2, and the support member 3, the second shell 12, and the second body 2 abut against each other in sequence. When the first shell 11 is subjected to external force during use or testing, the force can be transmitted to the second body 2 through the support member 3 and the second shell 12. Thus, the second body 2 provides support for the first shell 11, improves the structural strength of the first shell 11 at the mounting cavity 14, reduces the probability of the first shell 11 deforming due to force, and provides protection for the module 5 and other devices in the mounting cavity 14. At the same time, it can also reduce the probability of the screen 13 being damaged due to the deformation of the first shell 11.

[0047] like Figure 3 As shown, the mounting cavity 14 is provided with at least two support members 3 at intervals along the length direction. The number and position of the support members 3 are not limited and can be arranged according to the actual space in the mounting cavity 14. The more support members 3 there are, the better the support effect on the first shell 11, the higher the structural strength of the first body 1 at the mounting cavity 14, and the better the protection effect on the module 5 and screen 13 in the mounting cavity 14.

[0048] like Figure 3As shown, the mounting cavity 14 is provided with support members 3 at both ends along its length. The two support members 3 provide support from the ends to enhance the structural strength of the first shell 11 at the mounting cavity 14. Of course, support members 3 can also be provided at other positions in the mounting cavity 14, which can be arranged according to the actual space conditions.

[0049] In this embodiment, the connection method of the support member 3 is not limited. The support member 3 can be connected to the first shell 11 at one end and extend to the second shell 12 at the other end, abutting against the second shell 12. Alternatively, one end of the support member 3 can be connected to the second shell 12 and extend to abut against the first shell 11. Or, one end of the support member 3 can be connected to the first shell 11 and the other end can be connected to the second shell 12. Of course, the support member 3 can also be connected to other surrounding components, so that its two ends can extend to the first shell 11 and the second shell 12 respectively.

[0050] like Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the support member 3 is connected to the first housing portion 11 by screws 4, and the support member 3 extends to abut against the second housing portion 12, thereby improving the connection stability of the support member 3.

[0051] Of course, the support member 3 can also be connected to the second shell 12 by screws 4, and the support member 3 can be extended to abut against the first shell 11. The first shell 11 mainly provides structural support and protection for the first body 1. Usually, the first shell 11 is thicker than the second shell 12 and has relatively greater structural strength. Therefore, connecting the support member 3 to the first shell 11 by screws 4 can ensure the installation stability of the support member 3, while also reducing the structural requirements of the second shell 12, adapting to the structure of existing electronic devices, and offering good flexibility and high applicability.

[0052] Of course, the support member 3 can also be connected to the first shell 11 or the second shell 12 by means of adhesive bonding, snap-fit ​​connection, etc. Alternatively, the support member 3 can be integrally formed with one of the first shell 11 and the second shell 12. For example, the first shell 11 can be integrally formed with a support column, the end of which abuts against the second shell 12. At the same time, the support column can also be used to cooperate with other surrounding components to realize the installation and positioning of components.

[0053] The support member 3 includes a connecting part 31 and a supporting part 32. The connecting part 31 is provided with a mounting hole 33 and is connected to the first housing part 11 by a screw 4 passing through the mounting hole 33. The supporting part 32 is provided along the edge of the connecting part 31. The structure of the support member 3 is as follows: Figure 5As shown, the width of the connecting part 31 gradually increases from the side facing the mounting hole 33 to the side facing the support part 32. The structure of the connecting part 31 is similar to a trapezoidal structure, a triangular structure, or a fan-shaped structure. The support part 32 is provided on the edge of the side with the larger width. This arrangement can improve the force transmission stability between the connecting part 31 and the support part 32 and avoid the situation where the connecting part 31 and the support part 32 bend and deform due to the force when the first shell part 11 is subjected to external force.

[0054] At the same time, the support part 32 can be enlarged as much as possible within a limited space, thereby increasing the contact area between it and the second shell part 12. This allows the first shell part 11 to transmit the force to the connecting part 31 when it is subjected to external force, and then distribute the force to the second shell part 12 and the second body 2 through the support part 32, thereby reducing the probability of deformation of the first shell part 11 and thus reducing the probability of damage to the screen 13.

[0055] Of course, the support part 32 can also be set as a circular structure or a square structure, and the support part 32 can be provided along the circumferential edge of the connecting part 31 to further increase its contact area with the second shell part 12. When the connecting part 31 is set as a trapezoidal structure, a triangular structure or a fan-shaped structure, its space occupation can be reduced, which is suitable for the arrangement of a small space in the mounting cavity 14 and avoids interference with other surrounding components.

[0056] Alternatively, the support 32 can be configured as a circular or square structure with notches and grooves on its peripheral edges to form a clearance structure and provide clearance space for other surrounding components, thus avoiding interference with other components. The shape, number, and position of the notches and grooves can be arranged according to the situation of other components around the support 3.

[0057] In addition, in this embodiment, to further increase the contact area between the support member 3 and the second shell portion 12, the support portion 32 can be configured such that its cross-sectional area gradually increases from the end facing the first shell portion 11 to the end facing the second shell portion 12. Alternatively, the end of the support portion 32 away from the connecting portion 31 can be connected to a support plate, with one large surface of the support plate connected to the support portion 32 and the other large surface abutting against the second shell portion 12, thereby increasing the base area through the abutment between the support plate and the second shell portion 12.

[0058] like Figure 5 As shown, the mounting hole 33 is located on the side of the connecting part 31 away from the support part 32. The peripheral sidewall of the connecting part 31 is provided with a smooth curved transition. In this way, the force can be distributed and stress concentration can be avoided. The force can be effectively transmitted to the second shell part 12 through the connecting part 31 and the support part 32.

[0059] Furthermore, the peripheral sidewall of the connecting part 31 and the edge of the side end where the support part 32 is located can be rounded and chamfered to make the surface transition without sharp edges, so that it can avoid contact with other surrounding parts and damage to the parts during installation or use.

[0060] The contact surfaces of the support member 3 with the first shell 11 and with the second shell 12 are both planar structures. By using these planar structures to abut against the first shell 11 and the second shell 12, the contact area is increased, improving force transmission stability and preventing damage to the first shell 11 or the second shell 12 during force transmission. Figure 5 As shown, one side surface of the connecting part 31 is a planar structure and is used to contact the first shell part 11, and the end of the supporting part 32 is a planar structure and is used to contact the second shell part 12.

[0061] The edge of the connecting part 31 is provided with a flange structure, and the support part 32 is formed by the flange structure. That is, the edge of the connecting part 31 is bent and extended to abut against the second shell part 12. Of course, in this embodiment, there is no limitation on the specific forming and connection method of the connecting part 31 and the support part 32. For example, the support area of ​​the connecting part 31 can be provided with a locally thickened structure. By increasing the wall thickness of the support area, the support part 32 with support strength can be directly formed. Alternatively, the support part 32 and the connecting part 31 can be designed as independent separate structures. The two can be connected by any one or more combinations of connection methods such as bonding, snap-fitting, welding, and bolt fastening.

[0062] The design of the one-piece molded support part 32 with a flanged structure allows the support part 3 to be manufactured in one step through stamping, injection molding and other molding processes, without the need for additional connecting parts or secondary processing, which simplifies the overall structure and molding process and reduces production costs. In addition, the one-piece molded structure can be directly matched to its assembly space, without the need for splicing and debugging of multiple parts, which effectively simplifies the installation operation, improves the installation efficiency, and avoids the support failure problem caused by loose connection in the split structure.

[0063] like Figure 2 As shown, the second shell portion 12 is also provided with an abutment groove 121 adapted to the support portion 32. The support portion 32 abuts against the bottom wall 122 of the abutment groove 121, and the force is transmitted to the third shell portion 21 through the bottom wall 122. Of course, the second shell portion 12 may not be provided with an abutment groove 121, and the support portion 32 can directly abut against the side wall of the second shell portion 12 facing the mounting cavity 14. The abutment groove 121 provides sufficient space for the support portion 32, so that the connecting portion 31 can be bent to form the support portion 32, which facilitates the forming of the support member 3.

[0064] like Figure 4 As shown, the connecting part 31 is connected to the first housing part 11 by screws 4. A module 5 is installed in the mounting cavity 14. The screws 4 used to connect the connecting part 31 and the first housing part 11 are also used to connect the corresponding module 5 to the first housing part 11. For example, in a laptop computer, the screws 4 used to connect the support member 3 can also be used to install the microphone module to the first housing part 11. This configuration effectively simplifies the overall structure and installation operation, eliminating the need for additional screws 4 for installing the support member 3, reducing the space requirements for installation, and effectively improving installation efficiency. Furthermore, in existing technical solutions, a solution where the support member 3 provides support within the mounting cavity 14 can be achieved through minor structural improvements, enhancing the flexibility and applicability of the support member 3.

[0065] There are no restrictions on the number and position of the modules 5 set in the mounting cavity 14, and there are no restrictions on the connection method between each module 5 and the first shell 11. They can be connected by screws 4, adhesive, snap-fit, or other methods. Support members 3 can also be set for the modules 5 connected by screws 4 in other positions in the mounting cavity 14, depending on the actual space.

[0066] like Figure 2 As shown, the first shell portion 11 has a thickened portion 111 on one edge facing the second shell portion 12. The thickened portion 111 has a threaded hole 112, and the screw 4 is threaded into the threaded hole 112 to install the support member 3 and the corresponding module 5 to the first shell portion 11. The thickened portion 111 can be provided along the circumferential edge of the first shell portion 11. When the first shell portion 11 and the second shell portion 12 are connected, the thickened portion 111 can also block the seam between the first shell portion 11 and the second shell portion 12 from the outside, improving cleanliness and aesthetics. In addition, the thickened portion 111 can also provide protection for the edge of the second shell portion 12 from the outer periphery.

[0067] Alternatively, the first shell portion 11 can be fixedly connected to a fixing block, which has threaded holes 112 to facilitate the installation of the support member 3 and the corresponding module 5 via screws 4. The fixing block can be an integral structure formed with the first shell portion 11, or it can be a separate structure independent of the first shell portion 11, and can be connected by injection molding, adhesive connection, snap-fit ​​connection, etc. When the threaded holes 112 are provided in the thickened portion 111, the overall structure and installation operation can be simplified, while the edge structure of the first shell portion 11 can also be strengthened.

[0068] like Figure 2 and Figure 4As shown, the thickened part 111 is provided with a first step and a second step. The first step surface 113 of the first step and the second step surface 114 of the second step are both provided facing one side of the second shell part 12. The second step surface 114 is closer to the second body 2 than the first step surface 113. A clearance space 115 is formed between the first step surface 113 and the second step surface 114. A threaded hole 112 is provided on the first step surface. After the screw 4 is threaded into the threaded hole 112, the head 41 of the screw 4 is located in the clearance space 115 and does not protrude from the second step surface 114. The connecting part 31 of the support member 3 is located in the clearance space 115. The support part 32 is partially located in the clearance space 115 and partially extends into the abutment groove 121 and abuts against the bottom wall 122 of the abutment groove 121 to realize the transmission of force.

[0069] The connecting part 31 may directly contact the first step surface 113, or it may be as follows: Figure 2 As shown, the connecting structure of module 5 is in direct contact with the first step surface 113, and the connecting part 31 is in contact with the connecting structure of module 5. The structure of the connecting part 31 can be arranged according to the structure of the clearance space 115 to increase the contact area between the connecting part 31 and the first shell 11, improve the force transmission stability, and avoid the first shell 11 being subjected to external force and deforming at the contact position with the support member 3 during the force transmission process through the support member 3.

[0070] The outer peripheral edge of the second shell 12 is bonded to the second stepped surface 114 through the adhesive layer 6, and the inner peripheral edge of the second shell 12 is bonded to the screen 13 through the adhesive layer 6.

[0071] The support member 3 can be a metal part. Of course, in this embodiment, there is no limitation on the material of the support member 3. For example, it can also be a plastic part. When the support member 3 is set as a metal part, it can reduce the space occupied by the relatively small thickness and volume while ensuring its structural strength, so as to provide support for the first shell 11 in a limited space.

[0072] Between the first shell 11 and the second shell 12, a support member 3 is provided at the mounting cavity 14 to provide support, so that the external force on the corresponding part of the first shell 11 and the mounting cavity 14 is transmitted to the second shell 12 and then to the second body 2 through the support member 3. Other positions of the first shell 11 and the second shell 12 may also be subjected to external forces during use or testing, and the support member 3 can also be provided to provide support to transmit the force to the second body 2. Of course, other support structures can also be provided, such as multiple support structures spaced circumferentially between the first shell 11 and the second shell 12. The structure and size of each support structure can be the same or different, and can be arranged according to the actual space conditions.

[0073] like Figure 2 As shown, when the electronic device is a laptop computer, the second body 2 corresponds to the side of the laptop computer with a keyboard. Specifically, it includes a keyboard, a third shell 21, and a fourth shell 22. The third shell 21 and the keyboard are both located on the side of the second body 2 facing the first body 1. The third shell 21 is a frame structure that fits and encloses the keyboard along its circumferential edge. The third shell 21 and the fourth shell 22 are sealed together along their respective circumferential edges, forming the internal accommodating space of the second body 2. This accommodating space can be used to integrate core functional components such as the motherboard, battery, heat dissipation module, and hard drive, serving as the core hardware support for the laptop computer. The third shell 21 corresponds to the "C-shell" of the laptop computer, and the fourth shell 22 corresponds to the "D-shell." Together, they provide structural support for the keyboard side and protection for the internal components.

[0074] A support structure may also be provided between the third shell 21 and the fourth shell 22 to provide support for the second body 2, thereby protecting the motherboard, battery and other components located inside the second body 2. The structure, number and size of the support structure provided inside the second body 2 are not limited and can be arranged according to the actual location and space conditions. Furthermore, the structure of each support structure can be the same or different.

[0075] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on the differences from other embodiments. The same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other.

[0076] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use this application. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of this application. Therefore, this application is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. An electronic device comprising a first body and a second body pivotally connected; The first body includes a first shell, a second shell, and a screen. The second shell is disposed along the circumference of the screen and is located on the side facing the second body. The first body has a mounting cavity located between the first shell and the second shell. The mounting cavity is located on the edge side of the first body and is used to mount a module. At least two support members are spaced apart along the length of the mounting cavity. The two ends of the support members extend to the first shell and the second shell, respectively. In the folded state, the second shell portion and the second body portion abut against each other.

2. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the support member is connected to the first housing portion by screws.

3. The electronic device according to claim 2, wherein the support member includes a connecting portion and a supporting portion, the connecting portion is provided with a mounting hole and connected to the first housing portion by the screw, the supporting portion is disposed along the edge of the connecting portion, and the width of the connecting portion gradually increases from the side facing the mounting hole to the side facing the supporting portion.

4. The electronic device according to claim 3, wherein the edge of the connecting portion is provided with a flange structure, and the flange structure forms the support portion.

5. The electronic device according to claim 4, wherein the second housing portion is further provided with an abutment groove adapted to the support portion, and the support portion abuts against the bottom wall of the abutment groove.

6. The electronic device according to any one of claims 2-5, wherein the screw is further used to mount the corresponding module to the first housing portion.

7. The electronic device according to any one of claims 2-5, wherein the first housing portion has a thickened portion on one side edge facing the second housing portion, the thickened portion has a threaded hole, and the screw is threadedly engaged with the threaded hole.

8. The electronic device according to claim 7, wherein the thickened portion is provided with a first step and a second step, a clearance space is formed between the first step surface of the first step and the second step surface of the second step, the second step surface is disposed closer to the second body than the first step surface, the first step surface is provided with a threaded hole, the head of the screw is located in the clearance space, and the second shell portion is bonded to the second step surface by an adhesive layer.

9. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1-5, wherein the support member is a metal part.

10. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1-5, wherein the second body includes a keyboard, a third housing portion and a fourth housing portion, the third housing portion and the fourth housing portion being connected circumferentially, the third housing portion being arranged circumferentially along the keyboard and disposed on one side facing the first body.

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