Display device

Abstract

A display device is disclosed. The display device of the disclosure can include an elongated plate, a display panel facing a bottom of the plate and coupled to the plate to be movable in a longitudinal direction of the plate, and a hinge spanning the display unit in a direction intersecting a moving direction of the display panel, wherein the display panel is foldable about the hinge.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to a display device. More specifically, the display device of this disclosure relates to a display device for use in vehicles. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of the information society, the demand for display devices is increasing in various forms. In response, various display devices have recently been researched and used, such as liquid crystal displays (LCDs), plasma display panels (PDPs), electroluminescent displays (ELDs), vacuum fluorescent displays (VFDs), and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs). Compared to liquid crystal displays, display devices using organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) have superior brightness and viewing angles, and can be implemented in ultra-thin shapes because they do not require a backlight unit.

[0003] A vehicle is a transport device that moves under the control of a driver. The driver needs information related to the vehicle's status to operate it, and the vehicle presents this information to the driver via analog or digital displays. With improvements in vehicle functionality and performance, more information can be presented to the driver than before, and due to vehicle structures constrained by passenger safety and space limitations, displays have been studied to provide safe and space-efficient information.

[0004] Recently, autonomous vehicles capable of driving themselves without driver intervention have been developed. Inside these vehicles, the driver or passengers can receive information necessary to operate the vehicle, as well as information for work or convenience. In-vehicle infotainment (IVI) refers to services provided by devices installed inside the vehicle that offer users entertainment and driving-related information such as vehicle status and navigation. In-vehicle entertainment (ICE) refers to media provided to users within the vehicle.

[0005] Recently, extensive research has been conducted on this type of vehicle display device. Summary of the Invention

[0006] Technical issues

[0007] The purpose of this disclosure is to address the aforementioned and other issues.

[0008] Another objective could be to provide a display device that can be mounted on the roof of a vehicle.

[0009] Another objective could be to provide a structure that allows for adjustment of the position and folding angle of the display panel.

[0010] Another objective could be to provide a display device that can be adjusted in folding angle and position to easily provide a variety of experiences for passengers in the vehicle.

[0011] Another purpose could be to provide various examples of situations or conditions for automatically adjusting the position and folding angle of the display panel.

[0012] Technical solution

[0013] According to one aspect of this disclosure for achieving the above or other purposes, a display device may include: an elongated plate; a display panel facing downward from the plate and coupled to the plate to be movable in a longitudinal direction of the plate; and a hinge spanning a display unit in a direction intersecting the direction of movement of the display panel, wherein the display panel is foldable about the hinge.

[0014] The vehicle may include the display device.

[0015] Effects of the present invention

[0016] The effects of the display device according to this disclosure are described below.

[0017] According to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, a display device mounted on the roof of a vehicle can be provided.

[0018] According to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, a structure capable of adjusting the position and folding angle of a display panel can be provided.

[0019] According to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, a display device capable of adjusting the folding angle and position to easily provide a variety of experiences for passengers in a vehicle can be provided.

[0020] According to at least one embodiment of this disclosure, various examples of situations or conditions for automatically adjusting the position and folding angle of the display panel can be provided.

[0021] The further scope of the applicability of this disclosure will become apparent from the following detailed description. However, since various changes and modifications will be readily understood by those skilled in the art within the spirit and scope of this disclosure, specific embodiments such as the detailed description and preferred embodiments of this disclosure should be understood as being given by way of example only. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figures 1 to 23 This is a diagram illustrating an example of a display device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Detailed Implementation

[0023] In the following description, the same or similar parts are assigned the same reference numerals, and repeated descriptions of the same reference numerals may be omitted.

[0024] In the following description, suffixes such as “module” and “unit” may be used to refer to elements or components. Such suffixes are used herein solely for ease of description and have no particular meaning or function.

[0025] In the following description, detailed descriptions of prior art may be omitted when it is determined that such detailed descriptions might obscure the gist of embodiments of this disclosure. In the following description, the accompanying drawings are used to aid in the easy understanding of various technical features, and it should be understood that the embodiments presented herein are not limited to the drawings. Therefore, this disclosure should be construed as extending to any changes, equivalents, and substitutions other than those specifically set forth in the drawings.

[0026] Terms such as "first" and "second" as used in the following description may be used. These terms are used only to distinguish an element from other elements, and the nature, order, or sequence of the elements are not limited by these terms.

[0027] It should be understood that when a component is described as being "connected" to another component, intermediate components may exist. Conversely, it should be understood that when a component is described as being "directly connected" to another component, no intermediate components exist.

[0028] Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, singular representations may include plural representations.

[0029] In this application, it should be understood that the terms "comprising," "having," etc., specify the presence of features, quantities, steps, operations, elements, components, or combinations thereof described in the specification, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, quantities, steps, operations, elements, components, or combinations thereof.

[0030] The directional indications of up (U, y), down (D), left (Le, x), right (Ri), front (F, z), and back (R) shown in the accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only, and the technical concepts disclosed in this specification are not limited thereto.

[0031] refer to Figure 1 Vehicle 1 can use gasoline, diesel, natural gas, electricity, or hydrogen as fuel. Vehicle 1 is capable of autonomous driving.

[0032] The frame FL can form the floor of vehicle 1. The body BD, which constitutes the roof and side panels of vehicle 1, can be assembled to the frame FL or formed integrally with the frame FL. The frame FL can be referred to as the floor FL.

[0033] The chassis can be assembled to the frame FL. The chassis may include a power unit (such as an engine that uses fossil fuels as its energy source or a motor that uses electricity as its energy source), a powertrain, a suspension system, a steering system such as a steering wheel 100, a braking system, and wheels FW and RW. Wheels FW and RW may include tires.

[0034] For example, a pair of front wheels (FW) can be mounted on the left and right sides of the frame (FL), adjacent to the front end of the frame (FL). Similarly, a pair of rear wheels (RW) can be mounted on the left and right sides of the frame (FL), adjacent to the rear end of the frame (FL).

[0035] Reference Figure 2 The central frame CF may include a supporting portion CF3 and a fixed portion CF1. The supporting portion CF3 may extend forward and backward while being adjacent to the center of the frame FL. The fixed portion CF1 may bend toward the frame FL from one or both ends of the supporting portion CF3 and may be fixed to the frame FL.

[0036] Seat S can be arranged in the interior space of vehicle 1 formed by frame FL and body BD. Seat S can be mounted on central frame CF intersecting the center of frame FL. There can be one or more seats S. Seats S can be opposite each other relative to central frame CF. The length and / or angle of seat S can be freely adjusted. Seat S can move along central frame CF and seat S can rotate about a vertical axis. That is, seat S can face forward or backward, and the passenger sitting in seat S can look forward or backward.

[0037] The first seat S1 and the second seat S2 may be adjacent to the front portion of the center frame CF and may be connected to the left and right sides of the center frame CF. The first seat S1 and the second seat S2 may be referred to as the first row seats S1 and S2 or the front seats S1 and S2. The first seat S1 may be referred to as the driver's seat S1, and the second seat S2 may be referred to as the passenger seat S2.

[0038] The third seat S3 and the fourth seat S4 can be adjacent to the rear portion of the center frame CF and can be connected to the left and right sides of the center frame CF. The third seat S3 and the fourth seat S4 can be referred to as the second row seats S3 and S4 or the rear seats S3 and S4.

[0039] refer to Figure 3 The electronic device CA may include a crane 80, a tray 90, and an object 300. The electronic device CA may be referred to as a claw machine CA, an automotive appliance CA, or a concierge appliance CA. The object 300 may be referred to as an object 300, a component 300, or a container 300.

[0040] The crane 80 may have an integral crane shape. The crane 80 may include a first column 81, a second column 82, a bridge 83, and a carrier 84. For example, the second column 82 may be symmetrical to or identical to the first column 81. The carrier 84 may be referred to as a bracket 84.

[0041] The first column 81 can extend vertically and can form the left side of the crane 80. The first column 81 may include a first linear actuator 811, a first retainer 812, and a first guide 813. The first linear actuator 811 can extend in the longitudinal direction (i.e., the vertical direction) of the first column 81 and can form the lower end of the first column 81. The first retainer 812 can be fixed to the upper end of the first linear actuator 811. The first guide 813 can be connected to the first linear actuator 811 through the first retainer 812 and can form the upper end of the first column 81.

[0042] The second column 82 can extend vertically and can form the right side of the crane 80. The second column 82 may include a second linear actuator 821, a second retainer 822, and a second guide 823. The second linear actuator 821 can extend in the longitudinal direction (i.e., the vertical direction) of the second column 82 and can form the lower end of the second column 82. The second retainer 822 can be fixed to the upper end of the second linear actuator 821. The second guide 823 can be connected to the second linear actuator 821 via the second retainer 822 and can form the upper end of the second column 82.

[0043] Bridge 83 can be positioned between and connect the first post 81 and the second post 82. Bridge 83 can form the upper side of crane 80. Bridge 83 can have the shape of a horizontally extending rod or beam. The left distal end of bridge 83 can be adjacent to the upper portion of the first post 81 and can be fixed to the first fastener 812. The right distal end of bridge 83 can be adjacent to the upper portion of the second post 82 and can be fixed to the second fastener 822.

[0044] The carrier 84 can be connected to the bridge 83 and can project downward from the bridge 83. The carrier 84 can be suspended from the bridge 83. There can be one or more carriers 84. Multiple carriers 84a, 84b, 84c can be arranged along the longitudinal direction of the bridge 83.

[0045] Pallet 90 can be positioned below the bridge 83 of crane 80 and between the first post 81 and the second post 82 of crane 80. For example, pallet 90 can be positioned on the floor of the trunk TK of vehicle 1 (see...). Figure 1 The tray 90 may be a single, integral block. For example, the tray 90 may include a first portion 91, a second portion 92, and a third portion 93. A recess 90g of the tray 90 may be formed between the first portion 91 and the second portion 92, and the third portion 93 may cover at least a portion of the upper side of the recess 90g. The upper surface of the tray 90 may be flat.

[0046] Object 300 can be placed on the upper surface of tray 90. Carrier 84 can face object 300 and can be detachably connected to object 300. The number of objects 300 can be one or more. Multiple objects 300a, 300b, and 300c can be arranged along the longitudinal direction of bridge 83. The number of objects 300 can be equal to or less than the number of carriers 84.

[0047] The type of object 300 can vary. For example, the first object 300a could be a gaming tablet, the second object 300b could be a coffee maker, and the third object 300c could be a refrigerator. Object 300 could also be a beverage or champagne, an air purifier, a speaker, a lighting fixture, etc. Object 300 can be referred to as a thing, a component, or a container.

[0048] Reference Figures 1 to 3 The electronic device CA can be installed inside the trunk TK of vehicle 1. Simultaneously, the user can remove the electronic device CA from the trunk TK and load other items into the trunk TK.

[0049] The first guide 813 and the second guide 823 of the electronic device CA can be fixed to the vehicle body BD that forms the boundary of the trunk TK. The lower ends of the first linear actuator 811 and the second linear actuator 821 of the electronic device CA can be fixed to the vehicle body BD or the frame FL within the vehicle body BD.

[0050] In other words, when the lengths of the first linear actuator 811 and the second linear actuator 821 increase, the bridge 83, which is fixed to the first linear actuator 811 and the second linear actuator 821 by the first retainer 812 and the second retainer 822, can rise along the first guide 813 and the second guide 823. Furthermore, when the lengths of the first linear actuator 811 and the second linear actuator 821 decrease, the bridge 83, which is fixed to the first linear actuator 811 and the second linear actuator 821 by the first retainer 812 and the second retainer 822, can descend along the first guide 813 and the second guide 823.

[0051] In response to the electrically raised or lowered bridge 83, multiple objects 300a, 300b, and 300c connected to the bridge 83 via multiple carriers 84a, 84b, and 84c can also rise from or descend toward the tray 90. Furthermore, the multiple carriers 84a, 84b, and 84c connected to the multiple objects 300a, 300b, and 300c can be electrically moved left and right along the bridge 83.

[0052] Therefore, the electronic device CA can automatically change the position of multiple objects 300a, 300b, 300c placed on the tray 90.

[0053] For example, a first object 300a may be positioned in a second region 90Ub of the tray 90, a second object 300b may be positioned in a third region 90Uc of the tray 90, and a third object 300c may be positioned in a fourth region 90Ud of the tray 90. A first carrier 84a may be detachably connected to the first object 300a, a second carrier 84b may be detachably connected to the second object 300b, and a third carrier 84c may be detachably connected to the third object 300c. The first carrier 84a, the second carrier 84b, and the third carrier 84c may lift the first object 300a, the second object 300b, and the third object 300c from the tray 90 and place them on the first region 90Ua, the second region 90Ub, and the third region 90Uc of the tray 90. Alternatively, the first carrier 84a, the second carrier 84b, and the third carrier 84c can lift the first object 300a, the second object 300b, and the third object 300c from the tray 90 and then place them on the third area 90Uc, the fourth area 90Ud, and the fifth area 90Ue of the tray 90.

[0054] The third area 90Uc of the tray 90 can be referred to as the central area 90Uc or the reference area 90Uc. Object 300 located in the reference area 90Uc can be provided from the trunk TK to the passenger space where seat S is located. The type of object 300 positioned in the reference area 90Uc can be changed by the aforementioned object position changing mechanism. This change in the type of object 300 can be in response to a passenger's request.

[0055] For example, a passenger can bring an object 300 located in the reference area 90Uc into the passenger space through an opening formed in the inner wall of the trunk TK.

[0056] As another example, a conveying device such as a sliding shuttle or conveyor belt installed in the central frame CF can provide the object 300 located in the reference area 90Uc to the passenger. The central frame CF can extend forward and backward between the left seats S1, S3 and the right seats S2, S4, and the object 300 can be moved along the central frame CF by the conveying device. A third portion 93 of the tray 90 forming the reference area 90Uc can constitute the conveying device. The third portion 93 can be separated from the first portion 91 and the second portion 92 of the tray 90 and can be moved along the central frame CF.

[0057] refer to Figure 4 The top frame RF can form part of the top of vehicle 1 and can extend relatively long in the longitudinal direction. The top frame RF can extend along the top of vehicle 1 and can be curved or straight. Left door 50 (see...) Figure 1The right door can be movably connected to the body BD via the left hinge of the top frame RF, and the right door can be movably connected to the body BD via the right hinge of the top frame RF.

[0058] Door assembly 390 can be installed in the passenger space of vehicle 1 where seats S are located, and can be adjacent to the trunk TK of vehicle 1. Door assembly 390 can be positioned between the rear seats S3 and S4. Door assembly 390 can include a base module 391 and a door module 392. Base module 391 can extend along the support portion CF3 of the central frame CF and can be connected to the rear portion of the support portion CF3. Door module 392 can be bent from base module 391 toward top frame RF. When the door 392g of door module 392 is open, the interior spaces of the passenger space and trunk TK of vehicle 1 can be interconnected, and when the door 392g is closed, the interior spaces of the passenger space and trunk TK of vehicle 1 can be de-interconnected.

[0059] Therefore, a transport device, such as one carrying the third part 93 of object 300 located in reference region 90Uc, can be provided from the trunk TK to the passenger space of vehicle 1, or moved from the passenger space to the trunk TK via door 392g of door module 392 (see [link]). Figures 1 to 3 ).

[0060] refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5 The top frame RF may include a plate 71, an outer rail 72, and a cover 79. The plate 71, outer rail 72, and cover 79 may extend along the top of the vehicle 1 and may be curved or straight. The outer rail 72 may be referred to as the first guide rail 72.

[0061] Plate 71 can extend and form the bottom of the top frame RF. Plate 71 may be referred to as base 71. Rack 71a can extend along plate 71 and can be fixed to the upper surface of plate 71 or integrally formed with plate 71. The length of rack 71a may be shorter than the length of plate 71. Groove 71b can be formed to penetrate plate 71 in the thickness direction and can be formed along plate 71. Groove 71b may be adjacent to rack 71a.

[0062] The outer track 72 can extend along the plate 71 and can be fixed to the upper surface of the plate 71. The width direction of the outer track 72 (see width W2 of outer track 72) can intersect the width direction of the plate 71 (see width W1 of plate 71). A portion of the outer track 72 can be bent downward from the rear end of the remaining portion of the outer track 72 and can be connected to the door assembly 390. The outer track 72 may include a first outer portion 721, a second outer portion 722, and a third outer portion 723.

[0063] The first outer portion 721 may extend along the left side of the plate 71 and may form the left side of the outer track 72. The first outer groove 72a may be formed to penetrate the first outer portion 721 in the thickness direction and may be formed to be longer in the longitudinal direction of the first outer portion 721.

[0064] The second outer portion 722 may extend along the right side of the plate 71 and may form the right side of the outer track 72. The second outer groove 72b may be formed to penetrate the second outer portion 722 in the thickness direction and may be formed to be longer in the longitudinal direction of the second outer portion 722.

[0065] In the width direction of plate 71, the first outer portion 721 and the second outer portion 722 can be spaced apart from each other, and the third outer portion 723 can be connected to the front end of the first outer portion 721 and the front end of the second outer portion 722.

[0066] Cover 79 (see also) Figure 4 The cover 79 can be positioned opposite the outer track 72 and the plate 71, and can be connected to the plate 71. The cover 79 can cover the plate 71 and the outer track 72, and can form the top of the top frame RF. The internal space of the top frame RF can be formed between the plate 71 and the cover 79.

[0067] refer to Figure 6 The inner track 73 can extend along the plate 71 (see...) Figure 5 The inner track 73 can be positioned on or adjacent to the upper surface of the plate 71. The length of the inner track 73 can be shorter than the length of the outer track 72. The inner track 73 may include a first inner portion 731, a second inner portion 732, and a third inner portion 733.

[0068] The first inner portion 731 can follow the first outer portion 721 of the outer track 72 (see...) Figure 5 The first inner groove 73a can be formed to penetrate the first inner portion 731 in the thickness direction and can be formed to be longer in the longitudinal direction of the first inner portion 731. The first inner pin 73P can extend from the outer surface of the first inner portion 731 toward the first outer groove 72a of the first outer portion 721 (see...). Figure 5 The first inner pin 73P protrudes and can be movably inserted into the first outer groove 72a. The first inner pin 73P can be a protrusion or a roller. A plurality of first inner pins 73P can be spaced apart from each other along the first inner portion 731.

[0069] The second inner portion 732 can follow the second outer portion 722 of the outer track 72 (see...) Figure 5The second inner groove 73b can extend from the outer surface of the second inner portion 732 and can face the inner surface of the second outer portion 722. The second inner groove 73b can be formed to penetrate the second inner portion 732 in the thickness direction and can be formed to be longer in the longitudinal direction of the second inner portion 732. The second inner pin 73Q can extend from the outer surface of the second inner portion 732 toward the second outer groove 72b of the second outer portion 722 (see...). Figure 5 The second inner pin 73Q protrudes and can be movably inserted into the second outer groove 72b. The second inner pin 73Q can be a protrusion or a roller. A plurality of second inner pins 73Q can be spaced apart from each other along the second inner portion 732.

[0070] In the width direction of plate 71 (see) Figure 5 The first inner part 731 and the second inner part 732 may be spaced apart from each other, and the third inner part 733 may be connected to the rear end of the first inner part 731 and the rear end of the second inner part 732.

[0071] The first bracket 74 can be positioned in front of the inner track 73 and can be connected to the inner track 73. The first bracket 74 can be fixed to the front end of the first inner part 731 and the front end of the second inner part 732. The first bracket 74 can be referred to as a front bracket 74, a first carrier 74, a first slider 74, or a first moving body 74. The first bracket 74 may include a first body 741, a first motor 742, and a first pinion 743.

[0072] The first body 741 may be a flat, block-shaped structure and may be mounted between the first inner portion 731 and the second inner portion 732. The first body 741 may be referred to as the first bracket 741. A first front pin 74P may extend from the left side surface of the first body 741 toward the first outer groove 72a of the first outer portion 721 (see...). Figure 5 The first front pin 74P protrudes and can be movably inserted into the first outer groove 72a. The first front pin 74P can be a protrusion or a roller. Multiple first front pins 74P can be spaced apart from each other along the left side of the first body 741. A second front pin 74Q can protrude from the right side surface of the first body 741 toward the second outer groove 72b, see the second outer portion 722. Figure 5 It can be movably inserted into the second outer groove 72b. The second front pin 74Q can be a protrusion or a roller. A plurality of second front pins 74Q can be spaced apart from each other along the right side of the first body 741.

[0073] The first motor 742 can be mounted on the front end of the first body 741. The first motor 742 can be an electric motor capable of adjusting the rotation direction, rotation speed, and rotation angle of the rotation axis.

[0074] The first pinion 743 can be fixed to the rotation axis of the first motor 742. The rotation center axis of the first pinion 743 can intersect with the longitudinal axis of the rack 71a (see...). Figure 5 The rotational axis of the first pinion 743 can be parallel to the left-right direction.

[0075] refer to Figure 7 and Figure 8 The second bracket 75 can be positioned at the rear of the first bracket 74 and between the first inner portion 731 and the second inner portion 732. The second bracket 75 can be referred to as a second carrier 75, a second slider 75, or a second moving body 75. The second bracket 75 may include a second body 751, a second motor 752, and a second pinion 753.

[0076] The second body 751 may be a flat, block-shaped structure and may be positioned between the first inner portion 731 and the second inner portion 732. The second body 751 may be referred to as the second support 751. A first rear pin 75P may extend from the left side surface of the second body 751 toward the first inner groove 73a of the first inner portion 731 (see...). Figure 6 The first rear pin 75P protrudes and can be movably inserted into the first inner groove 73a. The first rear pin 75P can be a protrusion or a roller. Multiple first rear pins 75P can be spaced apart from each other along the left side of the second body 751. The second rear pin 75Q can be extended from the right side surface of the second body 751 toward the second inner groove 73b of the second inner portion 732 (see...). Figure 6 The second rear pin 75Q protrudes and can be movably inserted into the second inner groove 73b. The second rear pin 75Q can be a protrusion or a roller. A plurality of second rear pins 75Q can be spaced apart from each other along the right side of the second body 751.

[0077] The second motor 752 can be mounted on the front end of the second body 751. The second motor 752 can be an electric motor capable of adjusting the rotation direction, rotation speed, and rotation angle of the rotation axis.

[0078] The second pinion 753 can be fixed to the rotation axis of the second motor 752. The rotation center axis of the second pinion 753 can be parallel to the rotation center axis of the first pinion 743 (see...). Figure 6 The rotational axis of the second pinion 753 can be parallel to the left-right direction.

[0079] Reference Figure 9 The display device 70 may include a top frame RF, a display unit 76, a hinge 77, and a retainer 78. (As described above...) Figures 4 to 8 As described herein, the top frame RF may include a plate 71, an outer rail 72, an inner rail 73, a first bracket 74, a second bracket 75, and a cover 79.

[0080] The display unit 76 may include a display panel 76a and a back cover 76b. The display panel 76a can display images and is based on... Figure 9 An image can be displayed on the lower surface of the display panel 76a. The display panel 76a can be an LCD panel, an LED panel, or an OLED panel. A rear cover 76b can be opposite to the display panel 76a and can be connected to the display panel 76a. A plate 76c can be connected between the display panel 76a and the rear cover 76b, and the plate 76c can cover the upper surface of the display panel 76a. Electronic components can be installed between the plate 76c and the rear cover 76b and can operate the display panel 76a. A heat dissipation hole 76h can be formed in the rear cover 76b.

[0081] The display unit 76 may be composed of multiple display modules 761, 762, 763, and 764. The first display module 761 may include a first display panel 761a and a first rear cover 761b. The second display module 762 may be adjacent to the first display module 761 and may include a second display panel 762a and a second rear cover 762b. The third display module 763 may be opposite to the first display module 761 and may include a third display panel 763a and a third rear cover 763b. The fourth display module 764 may be adjacent to the third display module 763 and may include a fourth display panel 764a and a fourth rear cover 764b.

[0082] The hinge 77 can be positioned between the first display module 761 and the second display module 762 and the third display module 763 and the fourth display module 764. The hinge 77 can extend in the left-right direction and can be positioned between the first rear cover 761b and the second rear cover 762b and the third rear cover 763b and the fourth rear cover 764b. One side of the first display module 761 and the second display module 762 can be rotatably connected to the hinge 77, and one side of the third display module 763 and the fourth display module 764 can also be rotatably connected to the hinge 77.

[0083] Therefore, the display unit 76 can be folded or unfolded around the hinge 77. The rotation center axis of the hinge 77 can be parallel to the left-right direction. That is, the hinge 77 can provide a folding center axis for the display unit 76.

[0084] Alternatively, in addition to the two display modules 761, 762, one or more additional modules may be disposed on one side (i.e., the front) of the hinge 77, and in addition to the two display modules 763, 764, one or more additional modules may be disposed on the opposite side (i.e., the rear) of the hinge 77.

[0085] Alternatively, the first display module 761 and the second display module 762 can be replaced by a single display module, and the third display module 763 and the fourth display module 764 can be replaced by a single display module.

[0086] Alternatively, the display unit 76 may consist of a single display module, and in this case, the flexible display panel 76a of the display unit 76 may bend in response to the folding operation of the display unit 76.

[0087] The retainer 78 may include a first retainer 781 and a second retainer 782.

[0088] The first retainer 781 may include a first lower portion 7811 and a first upper portion 7812. The first lower portion 7811 may be fixed to the rear cover 76b of the display unit 76 and adjacent to the front end of the display unit 76. The first upper portion 7812 may be rotatably connected to the first lower portion 7811 and fixed to the first body 741 of the first bracket 74 (see...). Figure 6 The rotational center axis of the first lower portion 7811 can be parallel to the longitudinal axis of the hinge 77. A pair of first retainers 781a, 781b can be spaced apart from each other and can pass through a pair of slots 71ba, 71bb formed in the plate 71 (see...). Figure 8 Connect the display unit 76 and the first bracket 74.

[0089] The second retainer 782 may include a second lower portion 7821 and a second upper portion 7822. The second lower portion 7821 may be fixed to the rear cover 76b of the display unit 76 and is adjacent to the rear end of the display unit 76. The second upper portion 7822 may be rotatably connected to the second lower portion 7821 and fixed to the second body 751 of the second bracket 75 (see...). Figure 7 The rotation center axis of the second lower part 7821 can be parallel to the longitudinal axis of the hinge 77. A pair of second retainers 782a, 782b can be spaced apart from each other and can pass through a pair of slots 71ba, 71bb formed in the plate 71 (see...). Figure 8 Connect the display unit 76 and the second bracket 75.

[0090] The first connector Ca of the first display module 761 can be connected to the first bracket 74 through the first slot 71ba, and the first wire Wa of the first display module 761 can pass through the first slot 71ba and the first hole 74a of the first bracket 74 (see...). Figure 8 ).

[0091] The second connector Cb of the second display module 762 can be connected to the first bracket 74 through the second slot 71bb, and the second wire Wb of the second display module 762 can pass through the second slot 71bb and the second hole 74b of the first bracket 74 (see...). Figure 8 ).

[0092] The third connector Cc of the third display module 763 can be connected to the second bracket 75 through the first slot 71ba, and the third wire Wc of the third display module 763 can pass through the first slot 71ba and the first hole 75a of the second bracket 75 (see...). Figure 8 ).

[0093] The fourth connector Cd of the fourth display module 764 can be connected to the second bracket 75 through the second slot 71bb, and the fourth wire Wd of the fourth display module 764 can pass through the second slot 71bb and the second hole 75b of the second bracket 75 (see...). Figure 8 ).

[0094] refer to Figure 10 and Figure 11 The first bracket 74 can be fixed to the front end of the inner track 73, and the second bracket 75 can be positioned inside the inner track 73, adjacent to the rear end of the inner track 73. The distance between the first bracket 74 and the second bracket 75 can be the maximum distance. At this time, the display unit 76 can be in the unfolded state.

[0095] The first pinion 743 of the first bracket 74 (see...) Figure 6 ) and the second pinion 753 of the second bracket 75 (see Figure 7 It can be used with the rack 71a of plate 71 (see...) Figure 5 The first pinion 743 and the second pinion 753 can share the rack 71a.

[0096] Therefore, in response to the operation of the first motor 742, when in conjunction with the rack 71a (see... Figure 5 The first pinion 743 engages (see...) Figure 6 When rotated counterclockwise, the first bracket 74 and the inner track 73 fixed to the first bracket 74 can move along the first outer groove 72a and the second outer groove 72b (see...). Figure 5 ) moves forward. In response to the operation of the first motor 742, when in conjunction with rack 71a (see... Figure 5 The first pinion 743 engages (see...) Figure 6 When rotated clockwise, the first bracket 74 and the inner track 73 fixed to the first bracket 74 can move along the first outer groove 72a and the second outer groove 72b (see...). Figure 5 Move backward.

[0097] Additionally, the second bracket 75 can move together with the first bracket 74 and the inner track 73. For this purpose, the second bracket 75 is aligned with the rack 71a (see...). Figure 5 The second pinion 753 engages (see...) Figure 7 It can be connected with the first pinion 743 of the first bracket 74 (see...) Figure 6 Rotates in the same direction and at the same speed. For example, the second motor 752 of the second bracket 75 (see...) Figure 7 ) can be connected with the first motor 742 of the first bracket 74 (see Figure 6 Synchronous operation. As another example, in response to the movement of the first bracket 74 and the inner rail 73, the second pinion 753 (see...) Figure 7 ) can be used without a second motor 752 (see Figure 7 In the case of intervention, with the first pinion 743 (see) Figure 6 They rotate in the same direction and at the same speed.

[0098] refer to Figure 12 and Figure 13 In response to the second motor 752 (see Figure 7 The operation of ) when in conjunction with rack 71a (see Figure 5 The second pinion 753 engages (see...) Figure 7 When rotated counterclockwise, the second bracket 75 can move along the first inner groove 73a and the second inner groove 73b (see...). Figure 6 Move forward. Responding to the second motor 752 (see...) Figure 7 The operation of ) when in conjunction with rack 71a (see Figure 5 The second pinion 753 engages (see...) Figure 7 When rotated clockwise, the second bracket 75 can move along the first inner groove 73a and the second inner groove 73b (see...). Figure 6 Move backward.

[0099] For example, during the movement of the second bracket 75, the first motor 742 of the first bracket 74 may not operate. Therefore, the second bracket 75 may move toward or away from the first bracket 74.

[0100] As another example, during the movement of the second bracket 75 described above, the first motor 742 of the first bracket 74 can also be operated. In this case, when the first pinion 743 of the first bracket 74 (see...) Figure 6 ) and the second pinion 753 of the second bracket 75 (see Figure 7 When rotating in the same direction, the second pinion 753 can rotate faster than the first pinion 743. Therefore, the second bracket 75 can move toward or away from the first bracket 74.

[0101] As another example, during the movement of the second bracket 75 described above, the first motor 742 of the first bracket 74 can also be operated. In this case, the first pinion 743 of the first bracket 74 (see...) Figure 6 ) and the second pinion 753 of the second bracket 75 (see Figure 7 It can rotate in the opposite direction. Therefore, the second bracket 75 can move toward or away from the first bracket 74.

[0102] The display unit 76 can be positioned below the board 71 (see below). Figure 5 The front end of the display unit 76 can be rotatably connected to the first bracket 74 via the first retainer 781, and the rear end of the display unit 76 can be rotatably connected to the second bracket 75 via the second retainer 782.

[0103] Therefore, as the second bracket 75 approaches the first bracket 74, the display unit 76 can be gradually folded, and as the second bracket 75 moves away from the first bracket 74, the display unit 76 can be gradually unfolded.

[0104] refer to Figure 14 The display device 70 may include a lead screw 75' and a pair of second brackets 75" instead of the aforementioned second bracket 75.

[0105] The lead screw 75' can be positioned inside the inner rail 73 and can extend along the plate 71. The lead screw 75' can be connected to the rotation axis of the first motor 742 of the first bracket 74. For example, the rotation axis of the first motor 742 can be fixed to a worm gear parallel to the left-right direction, and the worm wheel engaging with the worm gear can rotate about an axis parallel to the lead screw 75'. In this case, the distal end of the lead screw 75' can be fixed to the worm wheel and rotate. Male threads can be formed on the outer surface of the lead screw 75'.

[0106] The second front bracket 75a” may have a hole through which the guide screw 75' passes, and may be movably connected to the inner grooves 73a, 73b of the inner rail 73 (see Figure 6 The female thread can be formed on the inner surface of the hole in the second front bracket 75a". Therefore, the second front bracket 75a" can reciprocate linearly along the lead screw 75' in response to the rotation of the lead screw 75'.

[0107] The second rear bracket 75b” may have a hole through which the guide screw 75' passes, and may be movably connected to the inner grooves 73a, 73b of the inner rail 73 (see Figure 6 The female thread can be formed on the inner surface of the hole in the second rear bracket 75b". Therefore, the second rear bracket 75b" can reciprocate linearly along the lead screw 75' in response to the rotation of the lead screw 75'.

[0108] A pair of first retainers 781a and 781b can connect the display unit 76 and the second front bracket 75a. A pair of second retainers 782a and 782b can connect the display unit 76 and the second rear bracket 75b. The first bracket 74 and the inner track 73 can move along the plate 71, as described above.

[0109] When the lead screw 75' rotates in the first rotation direction, a pair of second brackets 75a" can move closer to each other along the lead screw 75' (see solid arrow). In this case, the display unit 76 can gradually fold as the lead screw 75' rotates.

[0110] When the lead screw 75' rotates in a second rotation direction opposite to the first rotation direction, a pair of second brackets 75a" can move away from each other along the lead screw 75' (see dashed arrow). In this case, as the lead screw 75' rotates, the display unit 76 can gradually unfold.

[0111] Meanwhile, the sunroof motor SM can provide power to open or close the sunroof on the roof of vehicle 1. The sunroof motor SM, along with the pulley P and cable W connected thereto, can be mounted on plate 71.

[0112] refer to Figure 15 The display unit 76 can be positioned at the rear part of the outer track 72, and the display unit 76 can be flat.

[0113] refer to Figure 16 The display unit 76 can be positioned at the center of the outer track 72, and the display unit 76 can be flat. In this case, the display unit 76 can display the image downwards.

[0114] refer to Figure 17 The display unit 76 can be positioned at the center of the outer track 72, and the display unit 76 can be folded into a "V" shape. In this case, the first parts 761 and 762 of the display unit 76 can display images forward, and the second parts 763 and 764 of the display unit 76 can display images backward.

[0115] refer to Figure 18 and Figure 19 Seat S can face various directions. Here, the direction that seat S faces can be the direction that the passenger sitting in seat S is looking in.

[0116] refer to Figure 18 The first to fourth seats (including S1, S2, S3, and S4) can face forward. Figure 17 Vehicle 1 can be referred to as a vehicle in driving mode. Therefore, all passengers of vehicle 1 can face forward.

[0117] refer to Figure 19 The first seat S1 and the second seat S2 can face backward, and the third seat S3 and the fourth seat S4 can face forward. Figure 18 Vehicle 1 can be referred to as a vehicle in leisure mode. Therefore, passengers sitting in the first row of seats S1 and S2 and passengers sitting in the second row of seats S3 and S4 can face each other.

[0118] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 20 The control display panel 60 can be mounted on the center frame CF. A portion of the center frame CF can be an armrest for a passenger seated in the seat S, and the control display panel 60 can be mounted on the armrest. The passenger can view the image displayed on the control display panel 60. The control display panel 60 can be touch-sensitive, and the passenger can control the control display panel 60 and / or the vehicle 1 by touching the control display panel 60.

[0119] refer to Figures 21 to 23 Passengers can adjust the position and angle of the display unit 76. For example, passengers can adjust the position and angle of the display unit 76 via the control display panel 60. As another example, passengers can adjust the position and angle of the display unit 76 via other interface devices such as buttons, dial pads, or microphones.

[0120] The control display panel 60 can display the object 300 loaded in the trunk TK of vehicle 1 (see...). Figure 19 The icons are: 60a (the first icon), 60b (the second icon), and 60c (the third icon).

[0121] refer to Figure 21 Passengers in leisure mode can touch the second icon 60b on the control display panel 60. In response to the touch of the second icon 60b, access can be made via, for example, the third part 93 (see...). Figure 19 ) conveying device (see Figures 1 to 3 The second object 300b in the trunk TK is provided for passenger space. For example, the second object 300b can be a coffee machine. Additionally, in response to a touch of the second icon 60b, the display unit 76 can move to the center of the top frame RF. At this time, the display unit 76 can output images or videos in an unfolded state. Therefore, passengers in leisure mode can enjoy a cup of coffee and chat in a relaxed setting.

[0122] refer to Figure 22 Passengers in leisure mode can touch the first icon 60a on the control display panel 60. In response to the touch of the first icon 60a, the first object 300a of the trunk TK can be conveyed via a conveying device such as the third part 93 (see...). Figures 1 to 3 The second object 300b, which provides passenger space before the first object 300a, can be returned to the trunk TK (see [reference]). Figure 19 For example, the first object 300a can be a gaming tablet. Additionally, in response to a touch of the first icon 60a, the display unit 76 can move to the center of the top frame RF. At this time, the display unit 76 can output the game screen when folded. Therefore, passengers in leisure mode can enjoy games by using the gaming tablet and the display unit 76.

[0123] refer to Figure 23 Passengers in leisure mode can touch the video conferencing icon 61 on the control display panel 60. In response to the touch of the video conferencing icon 61, the display unit 76 can be moved to the center of the top frame RF. At this time, the display unit 76 can output the video conferencing image when folded. Therefore, passengers in leisure mode can conduct video conferences with participants outside the vehicle 1 while facing each other and sharing the same screen through the display unit 76.

[0124] Meanwhile, passengers in vehicle 1 can stop using display unit 76. In this case, display unit 76 can be moved to the rear part of the top frame RF. At this time, display unit 76 can be in an unfolded state while the screen is off.

[0125] refer to Figures 1 to 23 According to one aspect of the present disclosure, the display device may include: an elongated plate; a display panel facing downward from the plate and coupled to the plate to be movable in a longitudinal direction of the plate; and a hinge that spans the display unit in a direction intersecting the direction of movement of the display panel, wherein the display panel can be folded around the hinge.

[0126] The display panel may include: a first display panel forming a first portion of the display panel and rotatably connected to the hinge; and a second display panel forming a second portion of the display panel and rotatably connected to the hinge, wherein the first display panel and the second display panel may be opposite each other relative to the hinge.

[0127] The display device may further include: a first bracket mounted on the plate and a first side of the display panel connected to the first bracket; and a second bracket mounted on the plate and a second side of the display panel connected to the second bracket, wherein the first side and the second side may be opposite each other relative to the hinge, and wherein the second bracket is movable toward or away from the first bracket in the direction of movement of the display panel.

[0128] The display device may further include: an inner track connecting the first bracket and the second bracket; and a rack extending along the plate, wherein the first bracket may include: a first motor mounted on the plate; and a first pinion fixed to the rotation axis of the first motor and engaging with the rack, wherein when the first motor is operated, the inner track and the first bracket and the second bracket can move together along the rack.

[0129] The display device may further include an outer track extending along the plate and fixed to the plate, wherein each of the first bracket and the inner track includes a pin protruding from the side surface of each of the first bracket and the inner track, wherein the outer track may include an outer groove into which the pin is movably inserted.

[0130] The display device may further include: an inner track extending in the direction of movement of the second bracket, the first bracket being fixed to the inner track and the second bracket being movably connected to the inner track; and a rack extending along the plate, wherein the second bracket may include: a second motor mounted on the plate; and a second pinion fixed to the axis of rotation of the second motor and engaging with the rack, wherein when the second motor is operated, the second bracket moves along the rack.

[0131] The second bracket may further include a pin protruding from a side surface of the second bracket, and wherein the inner rail may include an inner groove into which the pin is movably inserted.

[0132] The display device further includes: a first bracket mounted on the plate and movable along the plate; and a pair of second brackets connected to the first bracket, wherein one of the second brackets is connected to a first side of the display panel and the other second bracket is connected to a second side of the display panel, wherein the first side and the second side are opposite to each other relative to the hinge, and wherein the pair of second brackets are movable in the direction of movement of the display panel in a direction closer to or further away from each other.

[0133] The first bracket may include: a first motor mounted on the plate; and a lead screw connected to the rotation axis of the first motor and extending in the direction of movement of the pair of second brackets, wherein the pair of second brackets are movable along the lead screw.

[0134] The display device may further include a retainer connecting the plate and the display panel, wherein the retainer may include: a first portion connected to the display panel; and a second portion connected to the plate, and the first portion being rotatably connected to the second portion, wherein the rotation center axis of the first portion may be parallel to the longitudinal axis of the hinge.

[0135] The plate can be curved.

[0136] The vehicle may include a display device, and the panel of the display device may be formed on the top of the vehicle.

[0137] The vehicle may also include multiple objects stored in the vehicle's trunk and configured as passenger space, and the position and folding angle of the display panel may be automatically determined based on the type of object configured as passenger space.

[0138] The above-described embodiments of the present invention, or other embodiments thereof, are not mutually exclusive or different from each other. Any or all elements of the above-described embodiments of the present invention may be combined or integrated with each other in configuration or function.

[0139] For example, configuration "A" described in one embodiment and accompanying drawings of the present invention and configuration "B" described in another embodiment and accompanying drawings of the present invention can be combined with each other. That is, although combinations between configurations are not directly described, combinations are possible except where describing a combination is not possible.

[0140] The above detailed description should not be construed as limiting in all respects and should be considered illustrative. The scope of this disclosure should be determined by a reasonable interpretation of the appended claims, and all modifications within the scope of equivalents of this disclosure are included within the scope of this disclosure.

Claims

1. A display device, the display device comprising: A slender board; A display panel, the display panel being downward from the plate and connected to the plate to be movable in the longitudinal direction of the plate; as well as A hinge that spans the display unit in a direction intersecting the direction of movement of the display panel. The display panel is foldable around the hinge.

2. The display device according to claim 1, wherein, The display panel includes: A first display panel, the first display panel forming a first portion of the display panel, and the first display panel being rotatably connected to the hinge; and A second display panel, forming a second portion of the display panel, and rotatably connected to the hinge. The first display panel and the second display panel are opposite each other relative to the hinge.

3. The display device according to claim 1, further comprising: A first bracket is mounted on the plate, and a first side of the display panel is connected to the first bracket; as well as A second bracket is mounted on the plate, and a second side of the display panel is connected to the second bracket. Wherein, the first side and the second side are opposite to each other relative to the hinge, and The second bracket is capable of moving toward or away from the first bracket in the direction of movement of the display panel.

4. The display device according to claim 3, further comprising: An inner track connects the first bracket and the second bracket; as well as A rack, the rack extending along the plate, The first bracket includes: A first motor, the first motor being mounted on the plate; and A first pinion is fixed to the rotation axis of the first motor, and the first pinion engages with the rack. When the first motor is operated, the inner track, the first bracket, and the second bracket move together along the rack.

5. The display device according to claim 4, further comprising an outer track extending along the plate and fixed to the plate, and in, Each of the first bracket and the inner track includes a pin projecting from the side surface of each of the first bracket and the inner track. The outer track includes an outer groove, into which the pin can be movably inserted.

6. The display device according to claim 3, further comprising: An inner track extends in the direction of movement of the second bracket, the first bracket is fixed to the inner track, and the second bracket is movably connected to the inner track; as well as A rack, the rack extending along the plate, The second bracket includes: A second motor, the second motor being mounted on the plate; and The second pinion is fixed to the rotation axis of the second motor and engages with the rack. When the second motor is operated, the second bracket moves along the rack.

7. The display device according to claim 6, wherein, The second bracket also includes a pin protruding from the side surface of the second bracket, and The inner track includes an inner groove, into which the pin can be movably inserted.

8. The display device according to claim 1, further comprising: A first bracket is mounted on the plate and is movable along the plate; as well as A pair of second brackets are connected to the first bracket, wherein one of the second brackets is connected to a first side of the display panel and the other second bracket is connected to a second side of the display panel. Wherein, the first side and the second side are opposite to each other relative to the hinge, and The pair of second brackets are capable of moving closer to or further away from each other in the direction of movement of the display panel.

9. The display device according to claim 8, wherein, The first bracket includes: A first motor, the first motor being mounted on the plate; and A lead screw, connected to the rotation axis of the first motor, and extending in the direction of movement of the pair of second brackets. The pair of second brackets are movable along the lead screw.

10. The display device according to claim 1, further comprising a retainer connecting the plate and the display panel. in, The retainer includes: A first part, the first part being connected to the display panel; and The second part is connected to the plate, and the first part is rotatably connected to the second part. The rotation center axis of the first part is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the hinge.

11. The display device according to claim 1, wherein, The plate is curved.

12. A vehicle comprising the display device according to claim 1, in, The display panel is formed on the top of the vehicle.

13. The vehicle of claim 12, further comprising a plurality of objects stored in the trunk of the vehicle and capable of being configured as passenger space of the vehicle, and The position and folding angle of the display panel are automatically determined based on the type of object set up in the passenger space.

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