Electronic device and connection control method

Abstract

This disclosure relates to the field of electronic device technology, providing an electronic device and a connection control method. The electronic device includes a display component, a device body, and an actuator. The display component has a first connecting portion for electrical connection. The device body has a housing portion for accommodating at least a portion of the display component, and a second connecting portion electrically connected to the first connecting portion. The actuator is disposed on the device body, and the display component is detachably connected to the device body via the actuator. In a first state relative to the device body, the actuator applies a first force to the display component to fix it to the housing portion. In a second state relative to the device body, the actuator applies a second force to the display component to detach it from the housing portion. This connection control method enables the control of the assembly and disassembly of the display component from the device body.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of electronic equipment technology, and more particularly to an electronic device and a connection control method. Background Technology

[0002] Mobile phones and tablets have become very common electronic devices in people's daily lives. Taking mobile phones as an example, in order to pursue a larger display screen, the technical solutions usually adopted by mobile phones are to increase the size of the phone or adopt a foldable screen design. However, the essence of these two technical solutions is to glue a screen of a fixed size into the electronic device. In essence, the size of the display screen is fixed. Therefore, electronic devices often have an upper limit to the display area in actual use, which makes it difficult to meet the display needs of users in multiple scenarios.

[0003] In view of this, there is an urgent need in the market for a new screen technology solution to solve the problem that electronic device display screens are all fixed and have a limited display area. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This disclosure provides an electronic device and a connection control method, which solves the problem of display screen having a display limit in electronic devices.

[0005] The electronic device provided in this disclosure includes a display component, a device body, and an active component;

[0006] The display component has a first connection portion for electrical connection; The device body has a housing portion for accommodating at least a portion of the display components, and a second connecting portion electrically connected to the first connecting portion; The functional component is disposed on the device body, and the display component is detachably connected to the device body through the functional component; The display component is in a first state relative to the device body, and the actuating member applies a first force to the display component so that the display component can be fixed to the housing portion; The display component is in a second state relative to the device body, and the actuating member applies a second force to the display component so that the display component can be detached from the housing.

[0007] In one embodiment, the display component has multiple displays of different sizes, and the multiple displays can be interchangeably disposed in the housing. The display component includes at least one of the following: A first display screen having a first size, the first display screen being connected to the housing, and the projection of the device body covering the first display screen; The second display screen has a second size that is larger than the first size. The second display screen is connected to the housing, and the projection portion of the device body covers the second display screen. A third display screen having a third size, which is larger than the second size.

[0008] In one embodiment, the middle region of the second display screen is disposed in the housing, and the two side regions of the second display screen can be folded forward or backward around the middle region. Alternatively, one side of the second display screen is disposed in the housing, and the other side of the second display screen can be folded forward or backward around the one side.

[0009] In one embodiment, the middle region of the third display screen is disposed in the housing, and the two side regions of the third display screen can be folded forward or backward around the middle region. Alternatively, one side of the third display screen is disposed in the housing, and the remaining area of ​​the third display screen can be folded forward or backward multiple times around the housing.

[0010] In one embodiment, the device body includes a circuit board; One side of the second connecting portion is fixedly electrically connected to the circuit board; The first connecting portion includes a plug socket protruding on one side of the display component; The display component is in a first state relative to the device body, and the connector is installed in the second connection part and electrically connected to the circuit board.

[0011] In one embodiment, the device body further includes a detection element and an adjustment control; The detection device is used to detect the magnitude of the force between the device body and the display component; The control unit is electrically connected to both the detection element and the actuating element, and is used to adjust the actuating force according to the detection information of the detection element.

[0012] In one embodiment, the actuating element includes an electromagnet; The display component is in a first state relative to the device body, and the electromagnet is used to apply a first force to the display component to fix it to the housing. The display component is in a second state relative to the device body, and the electromagnet is used to apply a second force to the display component that is detached from the housing portion; The control panel can respectively adjust the first force and the second force.

[0013] In one embodiment, the actuating element further includes a permanent magnet; The permanent magnet is used to apply a third force to the display screen, which is fixed to the housing. The second force applied by the electromagnet is greater than or equal to the third force.

[0014] In one embodiment, the device body further includes a device housing; The device housing is provided with the receiving portion and a housing frame at least partially surrounding the outer periphery of the receiving portion; The housing frame is also provided with a sealing element, which can seal the display component to the device housing when the display component is fixed to the housing portion.

[0015] In addition, this disclosure also provides a connection control method that can be applied to the assembly and disassembly of display components and device bodies, including the following steps: Detect the disassembly / assembly signal of the display component relative to the device body; If there is an installation signal between the display component and the device body, a first force is applied to the display component through the action member, and the first force is monitored and adjusted to be within the installation threshold range so that the display component is fixed to the device body; If a disassembly signal is detected between the display component and the device body, a second force is applied to the display component via an actuating element, and the second force is monitored and adjusted to be within a disassembly threshold range, so that the display component detaches from the device body.

[0016] It should be understood that the description in this section is not intended to identify key or essential features of the embodiments of this disclosure, nor is it intended to limit the scope of this disclosure. Other features of this disclosure will become readily apparent from the following description. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The above and other objects, features, and advantages of this disclosure will become readily apparent from the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Several embodiments of this disclosure are illustrated in the drawings by way of example and not limitation, in which: In the accompanying drawings, the same or corresponding reference numerals indicate the same or corresponding parts.

[0018] Figure 1 An exploded view of an electronic device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure is shown; Figure 2 An exploded view of the electronic device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure is shown from another perspective; Figure 3A schematic diagram of the installation of the first display screen in an electronic device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure is shown; Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the installation of the second display screen in an electronic device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure is shown; Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the installation of a third display screen in an electronic device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure is shown; Figure 6 Another installation schematic diagram of the second display screen in the electronic device provided in this disclosure embodiment is shown; Figure 7 Another installation schematic diagram of the third display screen in the electronic device provided in this disclosure embodiment is shown; Figure 8 A partial cross-sectional view of an electronic device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure is shown; Figure 9 A schematic diagram illustrating the steps of a connection control method provided in an embodiment of this disclosure is shown.

[0019] Explanation of the labels in the diagram: 1. Display component; 11. First connecting part; 101. First display screen; 102. Second display screen; 103. Third display screen; 2. Equipment body; 21. Containment section; 22. Second connection section; 23. Housing frame; 24. Seal; 25. Circuit board; 26. PSA adhesive backing; 3. Functional components. Detailed Implementation

[0020] To make the objectives, features, and advantages of this disclosure more apparent and understandable, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this disclosure will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this disclosure, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this disclosure without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0021] The embodiments of this disclosure will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0022] Combination Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 8 As shown, the electronic device provided in this embodiment includes a display component 1, a device body 2, and an active member 3. The display component 1 has a first connecting portion 11 for electrical connection. The device body 2 has a housing portion 21 for accommodating at least a portion of the display component 1, and a second connecting portion 22 electrically connected to the first connecting portion 11. The active member 3 is disposed on the device body 2, and the display component 1 is detachably connected to the device body 2 through the active member 3. The display component 1 is in a first state relative to the device body 2, and the actuating member 3 applies a first force to the display component 1 so that the display component 1 can be fixed to the housing 21; the display component 1 is in a second state relative to the device body 2, and the actuating member 3 applies a second force to the display component 1 so that the display component 1 can be detached from the housing 21.

[0023] The electronic devices provided in this embodiment may be, but are not limited to, mobile phones, tablets, laptops, etc. This embodiment specifically uses a mobile phone as an example to illustrate the usage process.

[0024] In practical use, the electronic device allows the display component 1 to be at least partially detachably mounted in the housing 21 within the device body 2. It can also be electrically connected to the first connecting portion 11 of the display component 1 via the second connecting portion 22 in the device body 2, ensuring normal power supply and display for the display component 1. Furthermore, the housing 21 can, but is not limited to, be recessed into the housing groove of the device body 2, and the display component 1 can, but is not limited to, be correspondingly positioned within the mounting groove along its length or width. The first connecting portion 11 and the second connecting portion 22 can, but are not limited to, be respectively a protruding plug and a recessed socket, and their electrical connection can be achieved through an interference fit.

[0025] Furthermore, when the display component 1 is in the first state relative to the device body 2, that is, the first state corresponds to the installation connection state of the display component 1 relative to the device body 2, the actuating member 3 applies a first force to the display component 1. The direction of the first force can be specifically, but not limited to, perpendicular to the device body 2. In this way, the display component 1 can be fixed in the housing 21 in the device body 2, realizing the fixed installation function of the display component 1 relative to the device body 2. When the display component 1 is in the second state relative to the device body 2, that is, the second state corresponds to the disassembly and separation state of the display component 1 relative to the device body 2, the actuating member 3 applies a second force to the display component 1. The direction of the second force can be specifically, but not limited to, perpendicular to the back of the device body 2. In this way, the display component 1 can be detached from the housing 21 in the device body 2, realizing the disassembly and separation function of the display component 1 relative to the device body 2.

[0026] In this way, users can install display components 1 of different sizes into the device body 2 in a detachable and replaceable manner according to their actual usage needs. This allows the electronic device to flexibly change the size of its display area according to the user's needs, providing users with a better and more diverse user experience.

[0027] It is also worth noting that the aforementioned component 3 can apply two forces (i.e., a first force and a second force). These two forces can be in opposite directions. For example, the first force can be perpendicular to the device body 2, and the second force can be perpendicular to the device body 2. In this way, the first and second forces can be opposite to achieve disassembly and assembly. Alternatively, the two forces can be set to be in the same direction but different in magnitude. For example, the first force can be set perpendicular to the device body 2 with a magnitude of F, and the second force can also be set perpendicular to the device body 2 with a magnitude of 0.1F. In this way, when the first force is applied, the display component 1 can be pressed and fixed to the device body 2 with a larger force, ensuring the installation of the display component 1 firmly. However, when the second force is applied, the display component 1 is pressed and fixed to the device body 2 with only a smaller force. Thus, the user only needs to apply a small external force to remove the display component 1 from the device body 2.

[0028] Therefore, the actuator 3 can be configured as an electromagnet, and a corresponding magnetic attractor can be provided in the display assembly 1. When a positive current is applied to the electromagnet, it generates a magnetic pole opposite to that of the magnetic attractor. The two opposite magnetic poles attract each other to generate the first force mentioned above, thereby fixing the display assembly 1 to the housing 21 in the device body 2. When a reverse current is applied to the electromagnet, it generates a magnetic pole identical to that of the magnetic attractor. The two identical magnetic poles repel each other to generate the second force mentioned above, thereby detaching the display assembly 1 from the housing 21 in the device body 2. Alternatively, when a small positive current is applied to the electromagnet, it can also generate a magnetic pole opposite to that of the magnetic attractor, but the small magnetic attraction generated by the two serves as the second force mentioned above. In this way, the user only needs to apply a small external force to remove the display assembly 1 from the housing 21 in the device body 2.

[0029] Of course, the aforementioned active component 3 can also be configured as an "electromagnet + permanent magnet" and a magnetic suction component can be provided in the display component 1 to cooperate with it. In this way, when the electromagnet is not energized, the permanent magnet and the magnetic suction component can generate the aforementioned first force by mutual attraction, thereby fixing the display component 1 in the housing 21 of the device body 2. When the electromagnet is energized, the electromagnet and the magnetic suction component generate the same magnetic poles, and the repulsive force generated by the two is greater than the magnetic attraction force of the permanent magnet and the magnetic suction component. In this way, a repulsive force is generated as the aforementioned second force, thereby allowing the display component 1 to detach from the housing 21 of the device body 2.

[0030] Of course, the aforementioned active component 3 can also be configured in other structural forms, such as an "electromagnet + compression spring" form. When the display component 1 needs to be fixed in the housing 21 of the device body 2, the active component 3 uses the electromagnet to generate a magnetic attraction force to magnetically connect the display component 1 to the device body 2. The magnetic attraction force generated by the electromagnet can serve as the first force mentioned above, allowing the display component 1 to be fixed in the housing 21 of the device body 2. When the display component 1 needs to be separated from the housing 21 of the device body 2, the electromagnet in the active component 3 is no longer energized, and the corresponding elongation force generated by the compression spring serves as the second force mentioned above, allowing the display component 1 to detach from the housing 21 of the device body 2.

[0031] Of course, the aforementioned component 3 can also be configured as an elastic snap-fit ​​structure. When pressed for the first time, the elastic snap-fit ​​structure locks the display component 1 and the device body 2 for a fixed connection. When pressed a second time in the same direction, the elastic snap-fit ​​structure unlocks the display component 1 and separates it from the device body 2.

[0032] Furthermore, the aforementioned active element 3 can generate force with the display component 1 through indirect contact. For example, it can be configured as an electromagnet and perform non-contact magnetic attraction with the magnetic attractor configured in the display component 1. In this case, the active element 3 is completely installed inside the device body 2.

[0033] Alternatively, the aforementioned actuating member 3 can exert force on the display component 1 through direct contact, for example, by setting it into the aforementioned elastic snap-fit ​​structure. In this case, a mating snap-fit ​​head can be provided in the display component 1, and the actuating member 3 can be embedded in the outer shell wall of the device body 2 and at least partially protrude, so that it can be snap-fitted and connected to the mating snap-fit ​​head in the display component 1 through direct contact.

[0034] In addition, it is worth noting that the above-mentioned display component 1 can be configured as a combination of components such as display cover, touch module, screen panel, and display back panel, and the display component 1 can be configured as multiple replaceable sets. The shape and size of the multiple sets of display components 1 can be flexibly set, but each set of display components 1 can be installed in the housing 21 of the device body 2 by means of replacement and disassembly.

[0035] Furthermore, the first connecting portion in the display component 1 may, but is not limited to, be configured as a protruding plug (e.g., a BTB male plug), and the second connecting portion 22 in the device body 2 may, but is not limited to, be configured as a recessed socket (e.g., a BTB female socket). Thus, when the display component 1 is mounted and fixed in the receiving portion 21 of the device body 2, the protruding plug can be inserted into the recessed socket, thereby electrically connecting the display component 1 to the device body 2. This allows the display component 1 to receive display information from the device body 2 and display various content normally. In one embodiment, the display component 1 has multiple displays of different sizes, and these displays can be interchangeably disposed in the receiving portion 21; and the display component 1 includes at least one of the following: The first display screen 101 has a first size, the first display screen 101 is connected to the housing 21, and the projection of the device body 2 covers the first display screen 101; The second display screen 102 has a second size, which is larger than the first size. The second display screen 102 is connected to the housing 21, and the projection portion of the device body 2 covers the second display screen 102. The third display screen 103 has a third size, which is larger than the second size.

[0036] For example, combining Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 To provide a more detailed explanation at this time... Figure 3 The first display screen 101 of the first size is used as the display component 1 and fixed in the housing 21 of the device body 2. At this time, the projection of the device body 2 can just cover the entire first display screen 101, that is, the first size of the first display screen 101 is equal to the size of the device body 2.

[0037] For example, the first display screen 101 can be a rigid display screen with a fixed size of seven inches, and the first display screen 101 can be magnetically attached to the device body 2 using the aforementioned magnetic adsorption method. Since the first display screen 101 and the device body 2 are of the same size, the first display screen 101 can be used as the main screen of the electronic device, which makes it easier for the electronic device to occupy less space when carried or stored.

[0038] Figure 4The second display screen 102 of the second size is used as the display component 1 and fixed in the housing 21 of the device body 2. At this time, the projection of the device body 2 can only partially cover the second display screen 102. That is, the second size of the second display screen 102 is larger than the size of the device body 2, and the second display screen 102 only fixes a part of its screen body in the housing 21 of the device body 2.

[0039] For example, the second display screen 102 can be a flexible display screen with a maximum size of eight inches. The second display screen 102 can be magnetically attached to the device body 2 using the aforementioned magnetic adsorption method, or it can be installed using the aforementioned elastic snap-fit ​​structure. Since the size of the second display screen 102 is larger than the size of the device body 2, it can be used as a backup entertainment screen for the electronic device. For example, when the user needs to read or watch movies, the second display screen 102 can be installed in the housing 21 of the device body 2, providing the electronic device with a wider viewing experience. Furthermore, since the second display screen 102 is a flexible display screen, the user can temporarily fold and store it, reducing the storage space occupied by the second display screen 102 when not in use. Figure 5 The third display screen 103 of the third size is used as the display component 1 and fixed in the housing 21 of the device body 2. At this time, the projection of the device body 2 can only partially cover the third display screen 103. That is, the third size of the third display screen 103 is larger than the size of the device body 2. At this time, the third display screen 103 also only fixes part of its screen body in the housing 21 of the device body 2.

[0040] For example, the third display screen 103 can be a flexible display screen with a maximum size of ten inches. The third display screen 103 can be magnetically attached to the device body 2 using the aforementioned magnetic adsorption method, or it can be installed using the aforementioned elastic snap-fit ​​structure. Since the size of the third display screen 103 is larger than the size of the device body 2, it can be used as a backup screen for the electronic device in the office. For example, when the user needs to edit documents, send emails, or participate in online meetings, the third display screen 103 can be installed in the housing 21 of the device body 2, providing the electronic device with a wider field of view for the user's office experience. Furthermore, since the third display screen 103 is also a flexible display screen, the user can fold it up for storage during or after use. Folding during use improves privacy and prevents the leakage of office information, while folding during storage reduces the storage space occupied by the third display screen 103.

[0041] Of course, the second display screen 102 and the third display screen 103 mentioned above can also be set as rigid displays of a fixed size, which can be customized and adjusted according to the user's personalized needs.

[0042] The first display screen 101, the second display screen 102 and the third display screen 103 mentioned above are all interchangeable with the housing 21 in the device body 2. This allows users to flexibly install the first size, second size or third size display component 1 into the housing 21 of the device body 2 for display according to their actual usage needs, thereby providing users with a more diverse, flexible and comfortable user experience.

[0043] In one embodiment, the middle region of the second display screen 102 is disposed in the housing 21, and the two side regions of the second display screen 102 can be folded forward or backward around the middle region. For example, combining Figure 4 To provide a more detailed explanation, at this point, the middle area of ​​the second display screen 102 ( Figure 4 The dotted area in the middle is fixedly installed in the housing 21. It is worth noting that the middle area is not the absolutely centered area in the second display screen 102. The middle area can also be located to the left or right of the center of the second display screen 102.

[0044] In addition, the intermediate area can be set to be the same width and length as the housing portion 21 in the device body 2, or the intermediate area can be set to be slightly narrower or slightly narrower in length than the housing portion 21 in the device body 2.

[0045] Thus, when the second display screen 102 is configured as a flexible display screen, the two side areas of the middle area of ​​the second display screen 102 ( Figure 4 The area located on either side of the dotted line region can then be circled around the edges of the central region (i.e., Figure 4 The dotted area in the middle is rotated and bent back and forth, so that the two sides of the second display screen 102 can be folded forward or backward relative to the middle area simultaneously or individually, so that the user can further flexibly adjust the specific display area size of the display component 1 according to their own usage needs.

[0046] Combination Figure 6 Further detailed explanations are provided, such as Figure 6In the left figure, one side of the second display screen 102 can also be disposed in the housing 21. For example, the left half of the second display screen 102 can be fixedly installed in the housing 21. In this way, when the second display screen 102 is a flexible display screen, the other side of the second display screen 102 (i.e., the right half) can be rotated and bent around the left half of the second display screen 102, thus enabling the second display screen 102 to be folded forward or backward. Moreover, the electronic device can be rotated 90° for use at this time. Figure 6 As shown in the right figure, the left and right halves of the second display screen 102 are transformed into the upper and lower halves, respectively. This allows the upper and lower halves of the second display screen 102 to form angles of 120°, 160°, 180°, etc., so that users can use the electronic device to enter the entertainment game mode and operate it with both hands.

[0047] Furthermore, a second display screen 102 can be flexibly installed and adjusted in the housing 21 of the device body 2 in two ways. When the actuating element 3 is set as the aforementioned electromagnet, the second display screen 102 needs to be equipped with two sets of magnetic suction elements that cooperate with it. When the middle area of ​​the second display screen 102 is installed in accordance with the housing 21, one set of magnetic suction elements is aligned with the actuating element 3. When the side area of ​​the second display screen 102 is installed in accordance with the housing 21, the other set of magnetic suction elements is aligned with the actuating element 3.

[0048] Furthermore, when the second display screen 102 can be installed using both of the above methods simultaneously, two first connecting parts 11 in the display component 1 also need to be provided. In this way, when the middle area of ​​the second display screen 102 is installed corresponding to the housing 21, the first connecting part 11 therein can be inserted into the second connecting part 22 in the device body 2; when the side area of ​​the second display screen 102 is installed corresponding to the housing 21, the other first connecting part 11 therein can be inserted into the second connecting part 22 in the device body 2.

[0049] In one embodiment, the middle region of the third display screen 103 is disposed in the housing 21, and the two side regions of the third display screen 103 can be folded forward or backward around the middle region. For example, combining Figure 5 To provide a more detailed explanation, at this point, the middle area of ​​the third display screen 103 ( Figure 5 The dotted area in the middle is fixedly installed in the housing 21. It is worth noting that the middle area is not the absolutely central area in the third display screen 103. The middle area may also be located to the left or right of the center of the third display screen 103.

[0050] Alternatively, the intermediate region can be configured to have the same width and length as the housing portion 21 in the device body 2, or the intermediate region can be configured to be slightly narrower or slightly narrower in length than the housing portion 21 in the device body 2.

[0051] Similarly, when the third display screen 103 is configured as a flexible display screen, the two side areas of the middle area of ​​the third display screen 103 ( Figure 5 The area located on either side of the dotted line region can then be circled around the edges of the central region (i.e., Figure 5 The dotted area in the middle is rotated and bent multiple times along multiple axes, so that the two sides of the third display screen 103 can be folded forward or backward multiple times relative to the middle area simultaneously or individually (for example, three folds similar to a Z-shape). This also allows the user to flexibly adjust the specific display area size of the display component 1 according to their own usage needs.

[0052] Combination Figure 7 Further detailed explanations are provided, such as Figure 7 In the left figure, one side of the third display screen 103 can also be disposed in the housing 21. For example, the left half of the third display screen 103 can be fixedly installed in the housing 21. In this way, when the third display screen 103 is a flexible display screen, the other side of the third display screen 103 (i.e., the right half) can be bent and rotated repeatedly around the left half of the third display screen 103, thus achieving the function of folding the third display screen 103 forward or backward multiple times. Moreover, the electronic device can also be rotated 90° for use at this time, such as... Figure 7 As shown in the right figure, the left, middle, and right halves of the second display screen 102 are transformed into the upper, middle, and lower halves, respectively. Thus, each pair of adjacent areas in the upper, middle, and lower halves of the second display screen 102 can form angles of 120°, 160°, 180°, etc. Moreover, the upper and lower halves of the second display screen 102 can even be displayed at a 360° angle. This allows users to enter a dual-user mode, facilitating simultaneous operation by two people.

[0053] Similarly, when a second display screen 102 can be flexibly installed and adjusted in the housing 21 of the device body 2 in two ways, for example, when the actuating element 3 is set as the electromagnet mentioned above, the second display screen 102 needs to be equipped with two sets of magnetic suction elements that cooperate with it. When the middle area of ​​the second display screen 102 is installed in accordance with the housing 21, one set of magnetic suction elements is aligned with the actuating element 3; when the side area of ​​the second display screen 102 is installed in accordance with the housing 21, the other set of magnetic suction elements is aligned with the actuating element 3.

[0054] Similarly, when the second display screen 102 can be installed in both of the above methods at the same time, two first connecting parts 11 in the display component 1 also need to be provided. In this way, when the middle area of ​​the second display screen 102 is installed corresponding to the housing 21, the first connecting part 11 can be inserted into the second connecting part 22 in the device body 2; when the side area of ​​the second display screen 102 is installed corresponding to the housing 21, the other first connecting part 11 can be inserted into the second connecting part 22 in the device body 2.

[0055] In one embodiment, the device body 2 includes a circuit board 25; one side of the second connection portion 22 is fixedly electrically connected to the circuit board 25; the first connection portion 11 includes a socket protruding on one side of the display component 1, for example, configured as a BTB male plug; the display component 1 is in a first state relative to the device body 2, the socket is correspondingly installed in the second connection portion 22, and electrically connected to the circuit board 25.

[0056] For example, combining Figure 2 and Figure 8 In further detail, the second connection part 22 in the device body 2 can be configured as a plug-in terminal, such as a BTB female socket, and the plug-in terminal can be electrically soldered to the circuit board 25 in the device body 2 through the power connection pin. In this way, the fixed installation of the second connection part 22 in the device body 2 and the conductive connection function can be realized at the same time.

[0057] The circuit board 25 in the device body 2 may, but is not limited to, being a flexible printed circuit (FPC), and the circuit board 25 may be correspondingly bonded and fixed to the middle frame of the housing frame 23 that forms the housing portion 21 of the device body 2 using PSA adhesive 26. In this way, when the display component 1 is correspondingly mounted and fixed to the housing portion 21, the first connecting part 11 in the display component 1 (e.g., the aforementioned BTB male connector) can be correspondingly inserted into the second connecting part 22 in the device body 2 (e.g., the aforementioned BTB female connector), and since the second connecting part 22 is electrically soldered to the circuit board 25, a conductive connection between the display component 1 and the circuit board 25 can be achieved.

[0058] In addition, when the display component 1 is equipped with displays of different sizes, and the displays are installed in the housing 21 in more than one relative manner, multiple first connecting parts 11 can be correspondingly provided in the display component 1. As long as it is ensured that when the display is fixed in the housing 21, one of the first connecting parts 11 in the display component 1 is plugged into and connected to the second connecting part 22 in the device body 2, normal electrical connection of the display in the display component 1 can be achieved.

[0059] In addition, the first connecting part 11 can be correspondingly protruded on the side of the display component 1 facing away from the display surface. When the display component 1 is in the first state (i.e., the installation connection state) relative to the device body 2, the plug is installed in the second connecting part 22 and electrically connected to the circuit board in the device body 2. Furthermore, the plug and the plug-in terminal can be configured to be an interference fit insertion connection. After the two are inserted and connected, on the one hand, the stability and reliability of the electrical connection between the two can be ensured. On the other hand, the interference fit insertion method can also improve the installation firmness of the display component 1 relative to the device body 2 to a certain extent. It can cooperate with the action 3 to further improve the installation connection reliability of the display component 1 when it is in the first state relative to the device body 2.

[0060] In one embodiment, the device body 2 further includes a detection element and an adjustment element; the detection element is used to detect the magnitude of the force between the device body 2 and the display component 1; the adjustment element is electrically connected to the detection element and the action element 3 respectively, and is used to adjust the force according to the detection information of the detection element.

[0061] For example, the detection element can be, but is not limited to, a pressure sensor, and is electrically connected to the circuit board of the device body 2. In this way, the magnitude of the force between the device body 2 and the display component 1 can be accurately detected in real time through the pressure sensor.

[0062] The control unit can be configured as a processor, but is not limited to being electrically connected to the circuit board of the device body 2. Since the control unit is electrically connected to both the detection element and the action element 3, it can receive and process the detection information from the detection element and adjust the magnitude of the actual force generated by the action element 3 according to the detection information (for example, when the action element 3 is configured as the electromagnet mentioned above, the magnitude and direction of the magnetic attraction force generated by the electromagnet can be controlled by adjusting the magnitude and direction of the actual current flowing through the electromagnet). This effectively ensures that the first force (connection force in the installed connection state) and the second force (separation force in the disassembled state) between the device body 2 and the display component 1 are always within an appropriate range, thus properly meeting the needs of the installation connection and disassembly separation of the display component 1 and the device body 2.

[0063] It is also worth noting that when display component 1 is equipped with displays of different sizes, a separate identification code can be assigned to each display of different sizes. Since large-sized displays are heavier and more susceptible to impacts during use, the principle of "the larger the display size, the greater the installation force required by the component 3" can be adopted. Therefore, when display component 1 is installed in the housing 21 of the device body 2, the control panel can first identify the specific size of the display screen in the device body 2 through the identification code, and match it with a preset value of the installation force for compatibility. Then, the control panel can adjust the actual force generated by the component 3. For example, when the component 3 is set as the aforementioned electromagnet, the actual magnetic attraction force generated by the electromagnet can be made equal to the preset value of the installation force by adjusting the magnitude and direction of the actual current flowing through the electromagnet.

[0064] In one embodiment, the actuating element 3 includes an electromagnet; the display component 1 is in a first state relative to the device body 2, and the electromagnet is used to apply a first force to the display component 1 to fix it to the housing 21; the display component 1 is in a second state relative to the device body 2, and the electromagnet is used to apply a second force to the display component 1 to disengage from the housing 21; the adjustment control can respectively adjust the first force and the second force.

[0065] For example, combining Figure 2 In further detail, multiple electromagnets in the action element 3 may be provided in the device body 2, but are not limited to. For example, multiple electromagnets may be provided at the four corners of the housing 21, and magnetic suction elements that cooperate with them may be provided at the corresponding positions in the display component 1.

[0066] When a positive current is passed through the multiple electromagnets in the action member 3, the electromagnets can generate magnetic poles opposite to those of the magnetic attracting member. The two opposite magnetic poles attract each other to generate the first force mentioned above, thereby fixing the display component 1 to the four corners of the housing 21 in the device body 2. When a reverse current is passed through the electromagnets in the action member 3, the electromagnets can generate magnetic poles identical to those of the magnetic attracting member. The two identical magnetic poles repel each other to generate the second force mentioned above, thereby detaching the display component 1 from the four corners of the housing 21 in the device body 2.

[0067] To ensure that the electromagnet can stably attract the display component 1, magnetic attractors can be set at multiple points in the display component 1 for attraction. The magnetic attractors can be made of ferrous material or rare earth permanent magnet material. Since the display screens in the display component 1 are of different sizes and have different installation orientations, multiple sets of magnetic attractors can be specifically set in the display component 1. For example, one electromagnet can be set at each of the four corners of the housing 21, but more magnetic attractors can be set at multiple points in the display component 1 relative to the display screen to ensure that when display screens of different sizes are installed in the housing 21 in different installation orientations, at least four magnetic attractors can be set one-to-one with the electromagnet.

[0068] Furthermore, when forward or reverse current is applied to multiple electromagnets in the action element 3, the actual current applied to each branch can be equal or unequal. The adjustment device can be flexibly adjusted according to the different positions of each electromagnet and the different magnetic attraction or repulsion forces required.

[0069] In one embodiment, the actuating element 3 further includes a permanent magnet; the permanent magnet is used to apply a third force to the display screen, which is fixed to the housing 21; the second force applied by the electromagnet is greater than or equal to the third force.

[0070] Similarly, the permanent magnets in the action element 3 can be, but are not limited to, multiple permanent magnets in the device body 2. For example, multiple permanent magnets can be set at the four corners of the housing 21, and magnetic suction elements can be set at corresponding positions in the display component 1. In this way, the permanent magnets can always generate a magnetic attraction force with the magnetic suction elements. When the electromagnet is not energized, the permanent magnets and the magnetic suction elements can generate the third force by mutual attraction, and the display component 1 can be fixed in the housing 21 in the device body 2 by the third force. When the electromagnet is energized, the electromagnet and the magnetic suction elements generate the same magnetic poles, and the repulsive force generated by the electromagnet (i.e., the second force mentioned above) is greater than the third force between the permanent magnets and the magnetic suction elements. In this way, a repulsive force is generated as the detachment force when disassembling the device, which can also detach the display component 1 from the housing 21 in the device body 2.

[0071] The electromagnet and permanent magnet in the action component 3 can be arranged side by side. For example, if both the electromagnet and the permanent magnet are cylindrical, the action component 3 will eventually have a figure-eight shape. In this case, the magnetic attraction component in the display component 1 can be arranged in a figure-eight shape with the same shape. When the electromagnet is not energized, only the permanent magnet can attract the figure-eight magnetic attraction component in the display component 1, thus enabling the display component 1 to be attracted and installed in the housing 21. When the electromagnet is energized, the permanent magnet still attracts the figure-eight magnetic attraction component in the display component 1, but at the same time, the electromagnet will repel the figure-eight magnetic attraction component in the display component 1. The repulsive force of the electromagnet is greater than the magnetic attraction force of the permanent magnet, thus enabling the display component 1 to be detached from the housing 21.

[0072] Of course, the active component 3 can also be configured in other structural forms, such as the above-mentioned "electromagnet + compression spring" form. When the display component 1 needs to be fixed in the housing 21 of the device body 2, the active component 3 uses the electromagnet to generate magnetic attraction force and overcome the extension force of the compression spring to achieve magnetic connection between the display component 1 and the device body 2. That is, the magnetic attraction force generated by the electromagnet can be used as the first force to fix the display component 1 in the housing 21 of the device body 2. When the display component 1 needs to be separated from the housing 21 of the device body 2, the electromagnet in the active component 3 is no longer energized, and the extension force generated by the compression spring is used as the second force to allow the display component 1 to detach from the housing 21 of the device body 2.

[0073] In one embodiment, the device body 2 further includes a device housing; the device housing is provided with a receiving portion 21 and a housing frame 23 at least partially surrounding the outer periphery of the receiving portion 21; a sealing member 24 is also provided in the housing frame 23, and the sealing member 24 can seal the display component 1 and the device housing when the display component 1 is fixed to the receiving portion 21.

[0074] For example, combining Figure 8 In further detail, the receiving portion 21 can be recessed into the equipment housing in a manner with equal width or equal length, and the receiving portion 21 can be configured as a recessed receiving groove. The housing frame 23 can be partially wrapped around the outer periphery of the receiving portion 21 along the length direction, or partially wrapped around the outer periphery of the receiving portion 21 along the width direction, or wrapped around the outer periphery of the receiving portion 21 in a circumferential direction.

[0075] Furthermore, a sealing element 24 can be provided in the top frame wall of the housing frame 23. The sealing element 24 can be, but is not limited to, a waterproof sealing strip. In this way, when the display component 1 is fixed in the housing 21, the sealing element 24 can seal the display component 1 and the device housing, thereby ensuring the sealing and waterproof performance of the display component 1 and the device housing in the first state (i.e., the installed connection state), and avoiding the problem of short circuit damage to electronic components caused by accidental liquid ingress during normal use of the electronic device.

[0076] Combined Figure 8 In further detail, the circuit board 25 can be bonded and fixed to the middle frame of the housing frame 23 that forms the housing part 21 of the device body 2 using PSA adhesive 26, ensuring stable installation in the thickness direction of the device body 2. Furthermore, the second connection part 22 in the device body 2 can be configured as a BTB female socket and soldered and fixed to the circuit board 25, ensuring reliable power connection of the second connection part 22. The first connection part 11 in the display assembly 1 can be configured as a free BTB male plug and can be stably connected and inserted into the second connection part 22 by magnetic attraction using the actuating member 3. The side of the sealing member 24 facing the display assembly 1 can be configured as a wavy sealing surface, which can form multiple sealing points when squeezed by the display assembly 1, ensuring sealing performance.

[0077] In addition, this disclosure also provides a connection control method that can be applied to the assembly and disassembly of the display component 1 and the device body 2, which includes the following steps: S1—Detection of the disassembly / reassembly signal of the display component 1 relative to the device body 2; S1a—If there is an installation signal between the display component 1 and the device body 2, a first force is applied to the display component 1 through the action member 3, and the first force is monitored and adjusted to be within the installation threshold range so that the display component 1 is fixed to the device body 2. S1b—If there is a disassembly signal between the display component 1 and the device body 2, a second force is applied to the display component 1 through the action member 3, and the second force is monitored and adjusted to be within the disassembly threshold range so that the display component 1 is detached from the device body 2. For example, combining Figure 9 In further detail, this connection control method can be applied to the assembly and disassembly of the display component 1 and the device body 2 in the aforementioned electronic device.

[0078] The connection control method can be specifically, but not limited to, executed by the processor (CPU) in the aforementioned electronic device through software control. For example, when the user inputs the installation signal through software, the processor can specifically monitor the safety threshold of the force applied during the installation process in real time through a pressure sensor (for example, setting the installation force to a safe range between F1 and F2, within which the risk of component 1 falling off is extremely low). If the value of the force is less than F1, the magnetic current is increased to increase the attraction force; if the value of the force exceeds F2, the magnetic current is decreased to reduce power consumption; if it is within the range, it remains unchanged. Similarly, when a user inputs a disassembly signal through the software, the processor can specifically monitor the safety threshold of the force applied during the disassembly process in real time through a pressure sensor (for example, setting the disassembly force to the range between F3 and F4 as the safe range, within which component 1 can be disassembled normally). If the value of the force is less than F1, the magnetic repulsion current is increased to increase the thrust; if the value of the force exceeds F2, the magnetic repulsion current is decreased to reduce power consumption; if it is within the range, it remains unchanged.

[0079] In addition, when there is an installation signal between the display component 1 and the device body 2, the connection control method may also include the following steps: S1a1—Detects the size of the display screen in the display component 1 and adaptively adjusts the magnitude of the first force according to the size of the display screen; And / or, S1a2—detects the shape of the display screen in the display component 1 and adaptively adjusts the magnitude of the first force according to the shape of the display screen.

[0080] Combined Figure 9 In further detail, after determining the fixed installation requirements and executing step S1a, one of the following three operational steps can be performed: 1. Perform step S1a1 separately, that is: detect and identify the size of the display screen in the display component 1, and adaptively adjust the magnitude of the first force according to the size of the display screen. That is, when the display component 1 actually uses a larger area display screen, the first force can be increased accordingly to ensure that the larger area display screen can also be stably installed and fixed in the housing 21 in the device body 2; when the display component 1 actually uses a smaller area display screen, the first force can be decreased accordingly to ensure that the smaller area display screen will not be subjected to excessive force and cause itself to deform. 2. Perform step S1a2 separately, namely: detect and identify the shape of the display screen in the display component 1 (e.g., the display screen is in a fully flat state, a partially folded state, or a fully folded state), and adaptively adjust the magnitude of the first force according to the actual shape and size of the display screen. That is, when the display screen is in a flat state with a large display area, the first force can be increased accordingly to ensure that the display screen in the flat state can be stably installed and fixed in the housing 21 in the device body 2; when the display component 1 is in a folded state with a small display area, the first force can be decreased accordingly to ensure that the display screen in the folded state will not be subjected to excessive force and cause deformation. 3. Simultaneously execute steps S1a1 and S1a2, namely: simultaneously detect and identify the size and shape of the display dots in display component 1, and adaptively adjust the magnitude of the first force based on the actual size and shape of the display screen. Specifically: parameter a—the larger the size of the display screen, the greater the adjustment of the first force; conversely, the smaller the size of the display screen, the less the adjustment of the first force. parameter b—the more fully the display screen is unfolded, the greater the adjustment of the first force; conversely, the more fully the display screen is folded, the less the adjustment of the first force. Furthermore, the adjustment effects of parameters a and b can coordinate and compensate for each other, and the final determination of increasing or decreasing the first force is based on the superposition of the two results.

[0081] Furthermore, it should be noted that when the user mistakenly folds or unfolds the display component 1, it will inevitably affect the magnitude of the force detected by the pressure sensor. In this case, to protect the display component 1, the processor can correspondingly control the actuator 3 and temporarily reduce the first force to temporarily release it towards the display component 1, preventing the display component 1 from being further mistakenly folded or unfolded by the user, thereby protecting the display component 1. The above-described connection control method can be flexibly adapted to fixed installation scenarios or disassembly scenarios of the display component 1 and the device body 2 in the above-described electronic device, and can flexibly achieve the beneficial effects of stable installation and efficient disassembly of the display component 1 and the device body 2.

[0082] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this disclosure, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise expressly defined.

[0083] The above description is merely an embodiment of this disclosure, but the scope of protection of this disclosure is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in this disclosure should be included within the scope of protection of this disclosure. Therefore, the scope of protection of this disclosure should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. An electronic device, comprising: The display assembly has a first connection portion for electrical connection; The device body has a housing portion for accommodating at least a portion of the display components, and a second connecting portion electrically connected to the first connecting portion; An action element is disposed on the device body, and the display component is detachably connected to the device body through the action element; The display component is in a first state relative to the device body, and the actuating member applies a first force to the display component so that the display component can be fixed to the housing portion; The display component is in a second state relative to the device body, and the actuating member applies a second force to the display component so that the display component can be detached from the housing.

2. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the display component has a plurality of displays of different sizes, and the plurality of displays can be interchangeably disposed in the housing; in, The display component includes at least one of the following: A first display screen having a first size, the first display screen being connected to the housing, and the projection of the device body covering the first display screen; The second display screen has a second size that is larger than the first size. The second display screen is connected to the housing, and the projection portion of the device body covers the second display screen. A third display screen having a third size, which is larger than the second size.

3. The electronic device according to claim 2, wherein the middle region of the second display screen is disposed in the housing, and the two side regions of the second display screen are foldable forward or backward around the middle region; Alternatively, one side of the second display screen is disposed in the housing, and the other side of the second display screen can be folded forward or backward around the one side.

4. The electronic device according to claim 2, wherein the middle region of the third display screen is disposed in the housing, and the two side regions of the third display screen are foldable forward or backward around the middle region; Alternatively, one side of the third display screen is disposed in the housing, and the remaining area of ​​the third display screen can be folded forward or backward multiple times around the housing.

5. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the device body includes a circuit board; One side of the second connecting portion is fixedly electrically connected to the circuit board; The first connecting portion includes a plug socket protruding on one side of the display component; The display component is in a first state relative to the device body, and the connector is installed in the second connection part and electrically connected to the circuit board.

6. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the device body further comprises a detection element and a control element; The detection device is used to detect the magnitude of the force between the device body and the display component; The control unit is electrically connected to both the detection element and the actuating element, and is used to adjust the actuating force according to the detection information of the detection element.

7. The electronic device according to claim 6, wherein the actuating element comprises an electromagnet; The display component is in a first state relative to the device body, and the electromagnet is used to apply a first force to the display component to fix it to the housing. The display component is in a second state relative to the device body, and the electromagnet is used to apply a second force to the display component that is detached from the housing portion; The control panel can respectively adjust the first force and the second force.

8. The electronic device according to claim 7, wherein the actuating element further comprises a permanent magnet; The permanent magnet is used to apply a third force to the display screen, which is fixed to the housing. Furthermore, the second force applied by the electromagnet is greater than or equal to the third force.

9. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the device body further comprises a device housing; The device housing is provided with the receiving portion and a housing frame at least partially surrounding the outer periphery of the receiving portion; The housing frame is also provided with a sealing element, which can seal the display component to the device housing when the display component is fixed to the housing portion.

10. A connection control method applicable to the assembly and disassembly of a display component and a device body, comprising: Detect the disassembly / assembly signal of the display component relative to the device body; If there is an installation signal between the display component and the device body, a first force is applied to the display component through the action member, and the first force is monitored and adjusted to be within the installation threshold range so that the display component is fixed to the device body; If there is a disassembly signal between the display component and the device body, a second force is applied to the display component through the actuating element, and the second force is monitored and adjusted to be within the disassembly threshold range so that the display component is detached from the device body.

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