Electronic device

Abstract

The application discloses an electronic device, comprising: a first body comprising a first functional surface; a second body comprising a second functional surface; a rotating shaft structure arranged on the second functional surface and rotationally connecting the first body and the second body to switch the electronic device between a first mode and a second mode; wherein in the first mode, the first functional surface and the second functional surface satisfy a relative condition, and along a first direction, a target part of the first body at least partially shields the rotating shaft structure, and the first direction and the second functional surface satisfy a perpendicular condition.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electronic equipment technology, and in particular to an electronic device. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of electronic devices, users' demands for their use have increased. Current electronic devices (such as laptops and foldable phones) use a hinge structure to connect the first and second bodies, allowing the device to take on different forms. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To achieve the above objectives, this application provides the following technical solution:

[0004] An electronic device, comprising:

[0005] The first entity includes the first functional surface;

[0006] The second entity includes the second functional surface;

[0007] A pivot structure is provided on the second functional surface and rotatably connects the first body and the second body, so that the electronic device can switch between the first mode and the second mode.

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[0009] In the first configuration, the first functional surface and the second functional surface satisfy a relative condition, and along the first direction, the target portion of the first body at least partially obscures the pivot structure, and the first direction and the second functional surface satisfy a perpendicular condition.

[0010] Optionally, in the above-described electronic device, in the second configuration, the orientation of the first functional surface and the second functional surface satisfies the same orientation condition, and the orthographic projection area of ​​the rotating shaft structure onto the second functional surface at least partially overlaps with the orthographic projection area of ​​the target portion.

[0011] Optionally, the above-mentioned electronic devices satisfy at least one of the following:

[0012] The pivot structure has a receiving space such that at least part of the target portion is located in the receiving space in the second configuration. In the second configuration, a first surface of the pivot structure faces the target portion, and the first surface forms a target angle with the second functional surface to form the receiving space or the first surface has the receiving space.

[0013] During the switching between the first and second forms, the pivot structure moves relative to the second functional surface so that the pivot structure avoids the target part in the second form.

[0014] Optionally, in the above-mentioned electronic device, the rotating shaft structure has a first connecting part that is rotatably connected to the first body and a second connecting part that is movably disposed on the second functional surface;

[0015] During the switching between the first form and the second form, the angle between the first body and the second body changes, the first connecting part rotates relative to the first body and drives the second connecting part to move relative to the second body.

[0016] Optionally, in the above-mentioned electronic device, during the switching process, the first body is located on the side facing the second functional surface;

[0017] In the first configuration, the rotating shaft structure and the second body are in a first relative position, such that the axis of the rotating shaft structure and the second body are at a first distance.

[0018] In the second configuration, the pivot structure and the second body are in a second relative position, such that the axis of the pivot structure and the second body are at a second distance, the first distance being different from the second distance.

[0019] Optionally, in the above-described electronic device, the rotating shaft structure has a second surface;

[0020] In the first configuration, the second surface is at least partially located within the second body.

[0021] In the second configuration, the second surface is at least partially located outside the second body, and the projection of the second surface covers the axis of the rotating shaft structure along a direction perpendicular to the second functional surface.

[0022] Optionally, in the above-mentioned electronic device, the second body is slidably connected to the rotating shaft structure, so that the rotating shaft structure can move relative to the second functional surface along a first straight line direction, thereby adjusting the distance between the axis of the rotating shaft structure and the second body.

[0023] Optionally, in the above-mentioned electronic device, the rotating shaft structure is rotatable along its axis to adjust the angle between the rotating shaft structure and the second functional surface;

[0024] In the first configuration, the rotating shaft structure forms a first angle with the second functional surface, and the projected area of ​​the rotating shaft structure along the first direction is a first area;

[0025] In the second configuration, the pivot structure forms a second angle with the second functional surface, and along the first direction, the projected area of ​​the pivot structure is a second area, where the first area is smaller than the second area.

[0026] Optionally, in the above-described electronic device, the rotating shaft structure includes a first connecting portion rotatably connected to the first body along its axis and a second connecting portion movable relative to the second body, satisfying at least one of the following:

[0027] In the first configuration, the second connecting portion is located in the first position; in the second configuration, the second connecting portion moves to the second position, and the target portion is at least partially located in the first position.

[0028] The second functional surface has a mounting hole, which has a first portion and a second portion along a second direction, the second direction being the direction from the pivot structure to the middle position of the second body; in the first configuration, the second connecting portion is located in the first portion, and along the first direction, the projection of the first body covers the second portion; in the second configuration, the second connecting portion is located in the second portion, and along the first direction, the projection of the first body covers the first portion.

[0029] Optionally, in the above-mentioned electronic device, the process of switching from the first form to the second form includes a first sub-process and a second sub-process;

[0030] In the first sub-process, the first body and the second body rotate relative to each other by a first angle, and drive the second connecting part to move relative to the mounting hole, so that the second connecting part moves from the first part to the second part, and the rotating shaft structure maintains a first target angle with the first body;

[0031] In the second sub-process, the first body and the second body rotate relative to each other by a second angle, the second connecting part is located in the second part and the first connecting part rotates relative to the first body, so that the included angle between the rotating shaft structure and the first body rotates from the first target included angle to the second target included angle.

[0032] Optionally, in the above-described electronic device, the electronic device has a mounting base disposed on the second functional surface, and the first connecting part is rotatably connected to the mounting base, so that the rotating shaft structure can rotate relative to the mounting base along its axis to adjust the position of the second connecting part in the mounting hole.

[0033] Optionally, the above-mentioned electronic devices satisfy at least one of the following:

[0034] During the switching process between the first form and the second form, the position of the axis of the rotating shaft structure satisfies a constant condition;

[0035] In the second configuration, the third surface of the first body facing away from the first functional surface satisfies the contact condition or the clearance fit condition with the second functional surface.

[0036] In the first configuration, along the first direction, the projection of the target portion at least partially coincides with the projection of the axis of the rotating shaft structure. Attached Figure Description

[0037] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0038] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the axial side structure of a first embodiment of the electronic device provided in this application;

[0039] Figure 2 This is a front view structural diagram of a first form of an electronic device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0040] Figure 3 A top view of a first form of an electronic device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0041] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first electronic device provided in this application, switching from a first form to a second form;

[0042] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the rotating shaft structure in the first electronic device provided in this application embodiment when switching from a first form to a second form;

[0043] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first electronic device provided in the embodiments of this application in a first configuration.

[0044] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the structure of a first electronic device provided in this application between a first form and a second form;

[0045] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first electronic device provided in the embodiments of this application in a second form; Figure 9 A schematic diagram of the rotating shaft structure of the first electronic device provided in this application embodiment;

[0046] Figure 10 A schematic diagram of a first embodiment of the rotating shaft structure of a first electronic device provided in this application;

[0047] Figure 11 A schematic diagram of the second embodiment of the rotating shaft structure of the first electronic device provided in this application;

[0048] Figure 12 A schematic diagram of the axial side structure of a first embodiment of a second electronic device provided in this application;

[0049] Figure 13 This is a front view structural diagram of a first form of a second electronic device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0050] Figure 14 A top view of the first form of the third electronic device provided in this application embodiment;

[0051] Figure 15 A schematic diagram of the rotating shaft structure in the third electronic device provided in this application embodiment when switching from the first form to the second form;

[0052] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second electronic device provided in the embodiments of this application in its first form;

[0053] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a second electronic device provided in the embodiments of this application, between the first and second forms.

[0054] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second electronic device provided in the embodiments of this application in a second form;

[0055] Figure 19 A schematic diagram of the first embodiment of the rotating shaft structure of the third electronic device provided in this application;

[0056] Figure 20 A schematic diagram of the second embodiment of the rotating shaft structure of the third electronic device provided in this application;

[0057] Figure 21 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of the second body of the third electronic device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0058] Figure 22 This is a schematic diagram of the first type of rotating shaft structure provided in the embodiments of this application in its first configuration.

[0059] Figure 23 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the first type of rotating shaft structure provided in the embodiments of this application in a first configuration.

[0060] Figure 24 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of the first type of rotating shaft structure provided in the embodiments of this application in a second configuration;

[0061] Figure 25 This is a schematic diagram of the second type of rotating shaft structure provided in the embodiments of this application under the first configuration.

[0062] Figure 26 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the second type of rotating shaft structure provided in the embodiments of this application under the first configuration;

[0063] Figure 27 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the second type of rotating shaft structure provided in the embodiments of this application in a second form.

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[0065] Figures 1-21 In the diagram, the components are: first body 10, first functional surface 11, target part 12, third surface 13, second body 20, second functional surface 21, groove part 211, rear side surface 22, rear air outlet 221, rear insertion port 222, rotating shaft structure 30, accommodating space 31, first surface 32, arc surface 321, plane 322, first connecting part 33, second connecting part 34, mating shaft 341, second surface 35, swing groove 36, mounting hole 37, first part 371, second part 372, first direction Z, second direction Y, first straight direction X, first arrangement direction K, second arrangement direction K', first predetermined distance H0, first height H1, second height H2, first external height H01, second external height H02, first arrangement direction K, second arrangement direction K', predetermined angle α, and hinge axis 001.

[0066] Figure 22 , Figure 23 and Figure 24 In the middle, there are: first bracket 381, second bracket 382, ​​first sub-bracket 3821, second sub-bracket 3822, mating groove 38201, third bracket 383, transmission assembly 384, second transmission mating component 3841, first part 38411, second part 38412, third part 3413, fourth part 38414, rotating shaft component 3842, mating section 384201, third shaft section 384202, first transmission mating component 3843, torque assembly 385, first component 3851, second component 3852, sliding part 38521, pressure component 3853, and first linear direction X;

[0067] Figure 25 , Figure 26 and Figure 27In the middle, there are: first bracket 391, second bracket 392, third bracket 393, transmission assembly 394, rotating shaft component 3942, first rotating shaft component 39421, second rotating shaft component 39422, third rotating shaft component 39423, fourth rotating shaft component 39424, first transmission mating component 3943, gear set 3946, fifth part 39461, sixth part 39462, first torque group 39501, second torque group 39502, and first linear direction X. Detailed Implementation

[0068] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this disclosure will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this disclosure, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this disclosure, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0069] These embodiments are provided to make the disclosure thorough and complete, and to fully express the scope of the disclosure to those skilled in the art. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement of components and steps, material composition, numerical expressions, and values ​​set forth in these embodiments should be interpreted as exemplary only and not as limiting.

[0070] It should be noted that, in the description of this disclosure, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more; the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationship, are only for the convenience of describing this disclosure and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this disclosure. When the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0071] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and similar terms used in this disclosure do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different parts. "Vertical" is not strictly vertical, but within the permissible margin of error. "Parallel" is not strictly parallel, but within the permissible margin of error. Terms such as "including" or "contains" mean that the element preceding the word encompasses the element listed after the word, and do not exclude the possibility of encompassing other elements as well.

[0072] It should also be noted that, in the description of this disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this disclosure depending on the specific circumstances. When a particular device is described as being located between a first device and a second device, an intermediary device may or may not be present between the particular device and the first or second device.

[0073] All terms used in this disclosure have the same meaning as understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure pertains, unless otherwise specifically defined. It should also be understood that terms defined in general dictionaries should be interpreted as having meanings consistent with their meanings in the context of the relevant art, and not as idealized or highly formalized, unless expressly defined herein.

[0074] Techniques, methods, and equipment known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, they should be considered part of the specification. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments in this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0075] The inventors discovered that in electronic devices such as laptops or foldable phones, the second body (e.g., the system unit, with input components like a keyboard) and the first body (e.g., the screen unit, with output components like a screen) can be rotatably connected via a hinge structure. Due to the structural requirements of some electronic devices (e.g., the placement of heat dissipation vents and interfaces on the rear of the second body), the hinge structure can be located on the functional surface of the second body where the keyboard is located (e.g., the C-side of the system unit). To avoid interference between the first body and the hinge structure, which could prevent complete form switching (e.g., unfolding to 180°), the first body can avoid the hinge structure. This results in the hinge structure being completely exposed in the closed state (i.e., the 0° state). In other words, when viewed along the outer surface facing the first body (e.g., the A-side facing away from the screen), the hinge structure is completely exposed, affecting the aesthetics and dust resistance of the electronic device.

[0076] Based on this, this application provides an electronic device that rotatably connects a first body and a second body via a pivot structure disposed on a second functional surface, enabling the electronic device to switch between a first mode and a second mode. Furthermore, by providing a target portion resembling an eaves structure on the first body, in the first mode (e.g., a 0° closed mode), the target portion can shield at least part of the pivot structure, preventing the axis of the pivot structure from being exposed, thereby improving aesthetics and dustproof performance.

[0077] like Figures 1-14 As shown, this application provides an electronic device including a first body 10, a second body 20, and a hinge structure 30. In an embodiment where the electronic device is a laptop computer, the first body 10 may be the screen end of the laptop computer (having components such as a screen and / or camera), and the second body 20 may be the system end of the laptop computer (the host end, having components such as a motherboard and / or keyboard).

[0078] The first body 10 may include a first functional surface 11. In an embodiment where the first body 10 is a screen, the first functional surface 11 may be the surface where the screen is located, i.e., the front of the display screen. The second body 20 may include a second functional surface 21. In an embodiment where the second body 20 is a system, the second functional surface 21 may be the top surface (i.e., the C-surface) of the system, on which functional components such as keyboards and touchpads may be disposed.

[0079] A hinge structure 30 can be disposed on the second functional surface 21 and rotatably connects the first body 10 and the second body 20, enabling the electronic device to switch between a first mode and a second mode. The first mode can be a mode where the angle between the first body 10 and the second body 20 is 0° or approximately 0°. The second mode can be a mode where the angle between the first body 10 and the second body 20 is 180° or approximately 180°. In an embodiment where the electronic device is a laptop computer, the first mode can be a closed mode of the laptop computer, and the second mode can be a fully unfolded mode of the laptop computer. During the switching process, the relative positions of the first functional surface 11 and the second functional surface 21 can change accordingly.

[0080] The rotating shaft structure 30 can be positioned on the second functional surface 21, with the second functional surface 21 serving as the mounting reference surface or position reference surface. Specifically, the rotating shaft structure 30 is positioned on the same side as the second functional surface 21 of the second body 20, ensuring a vertical distance between the axis of the rotating shaft structure 30 (hinged axis 001) and the plane containing the second functional surface 21. This results in the first body 10, rotatably connected to the rotating shaft structure 30, being located on the side facing the second functional surface 21. Furthermore, during device configuration switching, the rotating shaft structure 30 can move relative to the second functional surface 21, allowing this vertical distance to change.

[0081] In the first configuration, the first functional surface 11 and the second functional surface 21 can satisfy the relative condition. That is, the first functional surface 11 faces the second functional surface 21 and the second functional surface 21 faces the first functional surface 11.

[0082] In an embodiment where the electronic device is a laptop computer, in the first configuration, the first functional surface 11 can be substantially parallel to and opposite to the second functional surface 21, i.e., the screen faces the keyboard surface and is in a closed storage state.

[0083] Along the first direction Z (e.g., perpendicular to the second functional surface 21), the target portion 12 of the first body 10 can cover at least a portion of the hinge structure 30. The target portion 12 can be located at the edge of the first body 10, which can be understood as the edge of the third surface 13 of the first body 10 facing away from the first functional surface 11, near the hinge structure 30, similar to an eaves extending outwards. When the electronic device is in its first state (closed state), the target portion 12 of the first body 10 can cover at least a portion of the hinge structure 30, thereby preventing the hinge structure 30 from being exposed or only partially exposed, improving the overall aesthetics of the product and preventing dust and other foreign objects from falling into the hinge structure 30. The first direction Z and the second functional surface 21 satisfy a perpendicular condition, that is, the first direction Z is substantially perpendicular to the second functional surface 21. In some embodiments, the target portion 12 can cover the location of the axis of the hinge structure 30, that is, the target portion 12 can cover most of the hinge structure 30.

[0084] The target portion 12 can be a structural portion disposed at the edge of the first body 10. In an embodiment where the electronic device is a laptop computer, the target portion 12 can be located on the edge of the third surface 13 of the first body 10 facing away from the first functional surface 11, near the side of the hinge structure 30.

[0085] The target portion 12 can have various structural forms. It can be integrally formed with the first body 10, creating a monolithic eaves structure that extends outwards from the edge of the first body 10. Alternatively, the target portion 12 can be an independent covering component, such as a metal trim or plastic cover, fixedly or detachably connected to the first body 10, and installed on the edge of the first body 10 via adhesive, snap-fit, or threaded connection. The target portion 12 can also be a flange or lip structure formed by the outward extension of the shell edge of the first body 10 itself. In the first configuration (e.g., the closed configuration), the target portion 12 can cover, shield, or obscure at least a portion of the pivot structure 30, achieving a visual effect where the pivot structure 30 is not exposed or only partially exposed, and also serving a dustproof function.

[0086] The aforementioned occlusion can be achieved by one component (e.g., target portion 12) covering or obscuring at least a portion of another component (e.g., pivot structure 30) within its projection area in an observation direction (e.g., the first direction Z), making the obscured portion invisible or difficult to observe directly when viewed from that observation direction. The target portion 12 of the first body 10 can obscure at least a portion of the pivot structure 30 along the first direction Z; that is, along the first direction Z, at least a portion of the pivot structure 30 is obscured by the target portion 12 of the first body 10 and is invisible or cannot be observed. In terms of projection, the aforementioned occlusion can be achieved by the orthographic projection of the first component (e.g., target portion 12) onto a reference plane (e.g., the plane containing the second functional surface 21 or other planes perpendicular to the first direction Z) in an observation direction (e.g., the first direction Z), covering at least a portion of the orthographic projection of the second component (e.g., pivot structure 30) onto that reference plane. The occlusion relationship can be achieved through physical overlap between components, for example, with the second functional surface 21 as the base plane, and the target portion 12 stacked above the pivot structure 30. In this application, the purpose of the obstruction is to achieve the visual effect that at least a portion of the hinge structure 30 is not exposed when the electronic device is in a closed state, rather than requiring physical contact between the target portion 12 and the hinge structure 30. The obstruction can include complete obstruction (i.e., the entire obstructed component is not visible) or partial obstruction (i.e., a portion of the obstructed component is not visible). The target portion 12 can obstruct at least a portion of the hinge structure 30, and at least a portion of the hinge structure 30 can be a surface area of ​​the hinge structure 30 facing the target portion 12, at least one end area of ​​the hinge structure 30, or the entire area of ​​the hinge structure 30, etc.

[0087] The phrase "target portion 12 obscuring at least a portion of the pivot structure 30" can be understood as follows: the axial portion of the pivot structure 30 is obscured by the target portion 12. Specifically, the orthographic projection of the target portion 12 onto the second functional surface 21 covers the orthographic projection of the pivot structure 30's axis and the portion between the axis and the side of the pivot structure 30 facing the target portion 12 onto the second functional surface 21. Alternatively, "target portion 12 obscuring at least a portion of the pivot structure 30" can be understood as follows: the orthographic projection of the target portion 12 onto the second functional surface 21 covers more than 30%, 50%, or 80% of the area of ​​the orthographic projection region of the pivot structure 30 facing the second functional surface 21. Furthermore, "target portion 12 obscuring at least a portion of the pivot structure 30" can be understood as follows: the target portion 12 covers the entire exposed surface of the pivot structure 30, making the pivot structure 30 entirely concealed. Those skilled in the art can reasonably select the specific range covered by "at least a portion" based on the specific structural and aesthetic design requirements of the electronic device.

[0088] The first direction Z and the second functional surface 21 satisfy the perpendicular condition, such that the plane containing the first direction Z and the second functional surface 21 are basically perpendicular, that is, the included angle between them is 90° or approximately 90°.

[0089] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, it can be understood that the electronic device provided in this application is an electronic device in which the first body 10 and the second body 20 are connected to the second functional surface 21, and its hinge structure 30 is disposed on the second functional surface 21. Taking a laptop computer as an example, this means that the screen end is connected to the C-side of the system end. This configuration allows the electronic device to adapt to design requirements with structures such as a rear air vent 221 or a rear port 222, avoiding the first body 10 from blocking the rear air vent or rear port.

[0090] The edges of the first body 10 and the second body 20 facing the rear side 22 can be a certain distance apart (e.g., Figures 1-11 As shown), it can also be basically aligned (as shown). Figures 12-14 (As shown).

[0091] In some embodiments, the first body 10 and the second body 20 can switch angles within a range of 0° to 180° via a pivot structure 30. In the first configuration at 0°, the first functional surface 11 and the second functional surface 21 are parallel or substantially parallel, and are arranged opposite to each other. In the second configuration at 180°, the orientations of the first functional surface 11 and the second functional surface 21 satisfy the same-direction condition, that is, the first functional surface 11 and the second functional surface 21 are parallel or substantially parallel, and are oriented in the same direction, so that the electronic device is in a fully unfolded flat or near-flat shape.

[0092] In some embodiments, in the second configuration, the orientations of the first functional surface 11 and the second functional surface 21 satisfy the same-direction condition, i.e., their orientations are the same or substantially the same. In this case, the orthographic projection area of ​​the pivot structure 30 onto the second functional surface 21 at least partially overlaps with the orthographic projection area of ​​the target portion 12. In the second configuration (unfolded state, with an angle of 180° between the first body 10 and the second body 20), viewed from the direction perpendicular to the second functional surface 21 (first direction Z), the target portion 12 and the pivot structure 30 at least partially overlap. That is, in the second configuration, the target portion 12 and the pivot structure 30 occupy at least partially the same spatial area in the direction perpendicular to the second functional surface 21, and an avoidance structure can be provided so that the target portion 12 and the pivot structure 30 do not physically interfere with each other. Through the above arrangement, the structural compactness of the target portion 12 and the pivot structure 30 in the arrangement direction parallel to the second functional surface 21 is improved, and the angle between the first body 10 and the second body 20 in the second configuration, such as 180°, can be increased.

[0093] The compact structure means that, under the premise of meeting functional requirements (such as the shielding of the rotating shaft structure 30 by the target part 12, the relative rotation between the first body 10 and the second body 20, etc.), the components are close to each other in spatial layout and occupy a small overall space.

[0094] In this application, structural compactness can be reflected in the following aspects: If the target portion 12 and the pivot structure 30 are completely offset (i.e., no overlap) in the direction perpendicular to the second functional surface 21 (first direction Z), then the total size required by the two in the direction parallel to the second functional surface 21 is at least the sum of the sizes of the target portion 12 and the pivot structure 30 in that direction. However, in the embodiment of this application, since the target portion 12 and the pivot structure 30 overlap in the direction perpendicular to the second functional surface 21 (first direction Z) in the second form (i.e., their projections in the first direction Z at least partially coincide), the target portion 12 and the pivot structure 30 can share a portion of the area in the direction parallel to the second functional surface 21, thereby making the total size smaller than the sum of the sizes of the target portion 12 and the pivot structure 30 in that direction. The higher the degree of overlap (i.e., the larger the overlapping area of ​​the two in the first direction Z), the smaller the total size required by the two in the direction parallel to the second functional surface 21. This spatial sharing in the height direction (first direction Z) eliminates the need to reserve independent accommodation space for the target part 12 and the rotating shaft structure 30 in the parallel direction (parallel to the second functional surface 21), thereby improving the structural compactness of the target part 12 and the rotating shaft structure 30 in the arrangement direction parallel to the second functional surface 21.

[0095] In this application, the increased angle between the first body 10 and the second body 20 can be understood as an increase in the maximum unfolding angle between the first body 10 and the second body 20. That is, compared to the limitation of the maximum unfolding angle between the first body 10 and the second body 20 due to interference between the target part 12 and the rotating shaft structure 30 (e.g., 60°, 90°, or 110°), the target part 12 and the rotating shaft structure 30 at least partially overlap along the first direction Z, which can increase the maximum relative rotation angle that the first body 10 and the second body 20 can achieve in this application (e.g., the maximum relative rotation angle can reach 180°), so that in the second configuration, the first body 10 and the second body 20 can be completely flattened. Therefore, in the first form (closed form), the target part 12 blocks the hinge structure 30, making the appearance of the electronic device present a "hinge-free" or "hidden hinge" visual effect, which is more integrated and can also play a dustproof role; in the second form (unfolded form), since the target part 12 and the hinge structure 30 overlap in projection, after the electronic device is unfolded, the first body 10 and the second body 20 can reach 180° (i.e., completely flattened).

[0096] In other embodiments, the orthographic projection area of ​​the pivot structure 30 onto the second functional surface 21 may not coincide with the orthographic projection area of ​​the target portion 12. To avoid component interference, the angle between the first body 10 and the second body 20 in the second configuration may be less than 180°, such as 60° or 90°.

[0097] In order to achieve avoidance in the second phase, a variety of methods can be adopted.

[0098] In some embodiments, the hinge structure 30 may have a receiving space 31. In a second configuration, at least a portion of the target portion 12 is located within the receiving space 31. In this second configuration, the first surface 32 of the hinge structure 30 faces the target portion 12. The first surface 32 forms a target angle (e.g., 45°, 60°, or other acute angle) with the second functional surface 21, thereby forming a clearance space between the first surface 32 and the target portion 12, which is the aforementioned receiving space 31. Alternatively, a groove or notch may be directly formed on the first surface 32 of the hinge structure 30 to serve as the receiving space 31. In the second configuration (unfolded state, with an angle of 180° between the first body 10 and the second body 20), the target portion 12 of the first body 10 can at least partially extend into the receiving space 31, preventing the target portion 12 from colliding with the hinge structure 30, thereby allowing the electronic device to be completely flattened.

[0099] like Figure 9 As shown, the first surface 32 can be a surface formed by the combination of the arc surface 321 and the plane 322. The center of the arc surface coincides with the axis of the rotating shaft structure 30 and protrudes out of the plane, so that the plane avoids the target part 12.

[0100] The first surface 32 can also be a concave surface or a stepped surface, so that the first surface 32 forms a receiving space 31. The contour of the concave surface or the stepped surface can match the outer contour of the target part 12.

[0101] In other embodiments, during the switching between the first and second forms, the pivot structure 30 can move relative to the second functional surface 21. Specifically, the pivot structure 30 can move or rotate relative to the second functional surface 21 to avoid the target portion 12 in the second form. For example, during the switching from the first to the second form, the pivot structure 30 can move or deflect away from the target portion 12 as the first body 10 and the second body 20 rotate relative to each other, thereby providing sufficient clearance for the target portion 12 in the second form. This dynamic clearance method allows the pivot structure 30 to be blocked by the target portion 12 in the first form, while actively yielding in the second form, preventing interference between the target portion 12 and the pivot structure 30.

[0102] Alternatively, the first surface 32 can have the aforementioned receiving space 31, and the pivot structure 30 can move relative to the second functional surface 21. That is, in the second configuration, the pivot structure 30 moves relative to the second functional surface 21 to move away from the target portion 12, and at least a portion of the target portion 12 extends into the receiving space 31, thereby achieving a dual avoidance effect and further improving the reliability of avoidance.

[0103] In some embodiments, the pivot structure 30 may include a first connecting portion 33 and a second connecting portion 34. The first connecting portion 33 is rotatably connected to the first body 10, and the second connecting portion 34 is movably disposed on the second functional surface 21. During the switching between the first and second forms, the angle between the first body 10 and the second body 20 changes, the first connecting portion 33 rotates relative to the first body 10, and the first connecting portion 33 can drive the second connecting portion 34 to move relative to the second body 20.

[0104] In some embodiments, the first connecting part 33 can be connected to the first body 10 via a rotating shaft, the axis of which is the axis of the rotating shaft structure. The second connecting part 34 can be movably disposed on the second functional surface 21 (e.g., the second connecting part 34 can be slidably disposed in a guide groove on the second functional surface 21). During the user's flipping of the first body 10, the first connecting part 33 rotates with the first body 10, and can be driven by a specific transmission mechanism (such as a linkage, gear, or cam structure) to slide or move the second connecting part 34 on the second functional surface 21, so as to achieve the effect that the first connecting part 33 can drive the second connecting part 34 to move relative to the second body 20. Alternatively, the lever principle can be used to rotate the first body 10 to a position (fulcrum) in contact with the second functional surface 21, and the second connecting part 34 can be pulled to move relative to the second functional surface 21 during the continued rotation in the same direction. The above process does not require an additional independent driving device, and can be completed by relying on the relative rotation between the first body 10 and the second body 20, realizing a smooth switching between different device forms. Since the second connecting part 34 is movable, the position of the axis of the rotating shaft structure 30 (the axis of rotational connection between the first connecting part 33 and the first body 10) relative to the second body 20 may change or remain unchanged. It can be adjusted according to the way the second connecting part 34 moves relative to the second body 20, so as to provide a structural basis for the first body 10 and the second body 20 to achieve a second form of 180°.

[0105] In other embodiments, an additional drive device may be provided to drive the second connecting part 34 to move relative to the second body 20. When the angle between the first body 10 and the second body 20 changes to a target angle (such as 30° or 45°), the drive device is triggered to drive the second connecting part 34 to move relative to the second body 20, and the movement of the second connecting part 34 causes the rotating shaft structure 30 to avoid the target part 12.

[0106] The rotating shaft structure 30 can also be movably mounted on the second functional surface 21 via an elastic reset member (such as a spring or torsion spring). In the first configuration, the elastic reset member stores elastic potential energy; during the transition to the second configuration, the elastic reset member releases the potential energy to drive the rotating shaft structure 30 to move and avoid the target portion 12. This method requires no additional power source and achieves automatic avoidance through mechanical elasticity.

[0107] like Figures 1-11 As shown, in some embodiments, the pivot structure 30 can move up and down relative to the second functional surface 21. During the switching process, the first body 10 can be located on the side facing the second functional surface 21 (i.e., above). In the first configuration, the pivot structure 30 and the second body 20 are in a first relative position, at which time the distance between the axis of the pivot structure 30 and the second body 20 is a first distance. In the second configuration, the pivot structure 30 and the second body 20 are in a second relative position, the distance between the axis of the pivot structure 30 and the second body 20 is a second distance, and the first distance and the second distance are different. That is, by adjusting the position of the pivot structure 30 to avoid the target part 12, and by changing the height of the axis of the pivot structure 30 relative to the second body 20, the spatial requirements of the first body 10 during rotation can be adapted to meet the corresponding structural requirements.

[0108] Taking a first distance smaller than a second distance as an example, during the transition from the first form to the second form, the pivot structure 30 moves away from the second body 20, raising its axis and thus providing more clearance for the target part 12. Furthermore, it can also increase the distance between the first body 10 and the second body 20, preventing interference between them in the second form. The second distance can be a predetermined value larger than the first distance (e.g., any value between 2.4mm and 3mm). For example, the first distance is 3mm and the second distance is 6mm; the first distance is 5mm and the second distance is 7.5mm, etc.

[0109] The first distance can also be greater than the second distance, meaning that the rotating shaft structure 30 moves towards the second body 20 during the switching process, ensuring that the first body 10 and the second body 20 do not interfere with each other while avoiding the target part 12. For example, the first distance is 6.5mm and the second distance is 4mm; the first distance is 7mm and the second distance is 4.5mm, etc.

[0110] This allows the rotating shaft structure 30 to move relative to the second functional surface 21 along a first straight direction X, with the first straight direction X forming a target angle (such as 45°, 30°, or 60°) with the second functional surface 21. This arrangement allows the rotating shaft structure 30 to be tilted relative to the second functional surface 21, thereby forming a receiving space 31 between the first surface 32 and the second functional surface 21 of the rotating shaft structure 30.

[0111] like Figures 5-9 As shown, in some embodiments, the rotating shaft structure 30 can move up and down relative to the second functional surface 21 as follows:

[0112] like Figure 6 As shown, in the first configuration, the first body 10 and the second body 20 are in a closed state (e.g., the included angle between them is 0°), and the pivot structure 30 and the second body 20 are in a first relative position. The axis of the pivot structure 30 is the hinge axis 001 between the pivot structure 30 and the first body 10. The first distance (the distance between the axis of the pivot structure 30 and the second body 20) is the first height H1 between the hinge axis 001 and the second functional surface 21 of the second body 20. The third surface 13 of the first body 10 (the outer surface of the first body 10 facing away from the first functional surface 11) and the second functional surface 21 of the second body 20 have a first external height H01. In this state, the pivot structure 30 is lowered to a lower position relative to the second functional surface 21, minimizing the distance between the first body 10 and the second body 20, thereby facilitating the reduction of the thickness of the first body 10 and enabling a slimmer design. The first height H1 (first distance) can be 3mm, 5mm, or other dimensions.

[0113] like Figure 7 As shown, in the intermediate state (before switching to the second state) during the transition from the first state to the second state, the pivot structure 30 moves relative to the second body 20, allowing the pivot structure 30 to move a first predetermined distance H0 along the first straight direction X. This causes the hinge axis 001 to move away from the second functional surface 21, enabling the first body 10 to rise away from the second body 20, thus avoiding interference between the first body 10 and the second body 20 during the switching process. The upward movement of the first body 10 away from the second body 20 (screen side lifting) can be 2.4mm to 3mm, or other dimensions, without specific limitations.

[0114] like Figure 8 As shown, in the second configuration, the first body 10 and the second body 20 are in an unfolded state (e.g., the angle between them is 180°), the pivot structure 30 and the second body 20 are in a second relative position, and the second distance (the distance between the axis of the pivot structure 30 and the second body 20) is the second height H2 between the hinge axis 001 and the second functional surface 21 of the second body 20. The third surface 13 of the first body 10 (the outer surface of the first body 10 facing away from the first functional surface 11) and the second functional surface 21 of the second body 20 have a second external height H02. The first distance (first height H1) and the second distance (second height H2) are different because the hinge axis 001 moves a first predetermined distance H0 along the first straight direction X, causing the height between the hinge axis 001 and the second functional surface 21 to change from the first height H1 to the second height H2. The second external height H02 can be 0 or a value greater than 0.

[0115] In embodiments where the first distance (first height H1) is less than the second distance (second height H2), the second height H2 (second distance) can be larger than the first distance (first height H1) by a predetermined value (such as any value between 2.4mm and 3mm). For example, the first distance (first height H1) is 3mm and the second distance (second height H2) is 6mm; the first distance (first height H1) is 5mm and the second distance (second height H2) is 7.5mm, etc.

[0116] Taking the lifting hinge as an example, in the first state, the axis of the pivot structure 30 is in the first position relative to the second functional surface 21; in the second state, the axis of the pivot structure 30 is in the second position relative to the second functional surface 21; switching from the first state to the second state causes the axis of the pivot structure 30 to switch from the first position to the second position.

[0117] like Figure 22 , Figure 23 and Figure 24As shown, in some embodiments, the rotating shaft structure includes a first support 381, a second support 382, ​​a third support 383, and a transmission assembly 384. The first support 381 is connected to the first body 10, and the second support 382 is connected to the second body 20. The first support 381 rotates relative to the third support 383 along the axis of the rotating shaft structure 30. The third support 383 and the second support 382 move relative to each other along a first linear direction X. The first linear direction X forms a target angle with the second functional surface 21. The transmission assembly 384 drives the first support 381, the second support 382, ​​and the third support 383. During the switching between the first and second forms, the first support 381 rotates relative to the third support 383, and the transmission assembly 384 drives the third support 383 to move relative to the second support 382 along the first linear direction X, thereby changing the distance between the axis of the rotating shaft structure 30 and the second functional surface 21. That is, the rotation of the first bracket 381 relative to the third bracket 383 is converted into the movement of the third bracket 383 relative to the second bracket 382 along the first linear direction X by the transmission component 384.

[0118] The transmission assembly 384 includes a rotating shaft assembly, a first transmission engagement component 3843, and a second transmission engagement component 3841. The rotating shaft assembly includes at least one rotating shaft component 3842. The first body 10 can drive the rotating shaft component 3842 to rotate relative to the third support 383 along the axis of the rotating shaft structure 30 via the first bracket 381. The rotating shaft component 3842 includes a engagement section 384201. The first transmission engagement component 3843 is disposed on the second support 382 and extends along the first straight direction X. The second transmission engagement component 3841 is rotatably disposed on the third support 383 and engages with the engagement section 384201 and the first transmission engagement component 3843.

[0119] In the first configuration, the first part 38411 of the second transmission mating component 3841 mates with the mating section 384201, and the second part 38412 of the second transmission mating component 3841 mates with the first transmission mating component 3843. The first part 38411 and the second part 38412 are at different positions along the circumference of the second transmission mating component 3841. In the second configuration, the third part 38413 of the second transmission mating component 3841 mates with the mating section 384201, and the fourth part 38414 of the second transmission mating component 3841 mates with the first transmission mating component 3843. The third part 38413 and the fourth part 38414 are at different positions along the circumference of the second transmission mating component 3841.

[0120] The second transmission mating component 3841 can be a worm gear, the first transmission mating component 3843 can be a rack, and the mating section 384201 can be a worm. These three components constitute a worm gear and rack transmission structure, which has self-locking characteristics. The second bracket 382 is a split structure, including a first sub-branch 3821 and a second sub-branch 3822 clamped on both sides of the third bracket 383. At least one of them has a sliding structure to guide the third bracket 383 to slide along the first linear direction X, facilitating assembly. The rotating shaft structure 30 also includes a torque assembly 385 located on the rotating shaft component 3842 for providing torque.

[0121] like Figure 25 , Figure 26 and Figure 27 As shown, in other embodiments, the rotating shaft structure 30 includes a first bracket 391, a second bracket 392, a third bracket 393, and a transmission assembly. The first bracket 391 is connected to the first body 10, and the second bracket 392 is connected to the second body 20. The first bracket 391 rotates relative to the third bracket 393 along the axis of the rotating shaft structure 30, and the third bracket 393 moves relative to the second bracket 392 along a first linear direction X. The transmission assembly drives the first bracket 391, the second bracket 392, and the third bracket 393 to convert the rotation of the first bracket 391 relative to the third bracket 393 into the movement of the third bracket 393 relative to the second bracket 392 along the first linear direction X. This causes the distance between the axis of the rotating shaft structure 30 and the second functional surface 21 to change during the switching between the first and second configurations. That is, the rotation of the first bracket 391 relative to the third bracket 393 is converted into the movement of the third bracket 393 relative to the second bracket 392 along the first linear direction X by the transmission assembly 394.

[0122] The transmission assembly includes a shaft assembly, a first transmission engagement component 3943, and a gear set 3946. The shaft assembly includes at least one shaft component 3942. The first body 10 drives the shaft component 3942 to rotate relative to the third support 393 via the first bracket 391. The axis of the first shaft component 39421, which is directly rotatably connected to the first body 10, is the axis of the shaft structure 30. The shaft component 3942 includes a engagement section with a gear structure. The first transmission engagement component 3943 is disposed on the second support 392 and extends along the first straight direction X. The gear set 3946 meshes with the gear structure of the engagement section and engages with the first transmission engagement component 3943. Its axis is parallel to the axis of the shaft structure 30 and is rotatably disposed on the third support 393.

[0123] When switching between the first and second configurations, the fifth part 39461 of the gear set 3946 meshes with the mating section, and the sixth part 39462 meshes with the first transmission mating component 3943. The fifth part 39461 and the sixth part 39462 are different parts along the axial direction of the gear set 3946. That is, the gear set 3946 transmits rotational motion and drives the first transmission mating component 3943 to move along the first linear direction X, realizing the conversion from rotation to linear motion. The first transmission mating component 3943 is a rack and pinion structure.

[0124] The rotating shaft component 3942 can be four in number, including a first rotating shaft component 39421, a second rotating shaft component 39422, a third rotating shaft component 39423, and a fourth rotating shaft component 39424. Adjacent rotating shaft components 3942 rotate synchronously through a transmission gear structure. The rotating shaft structure 30 also includes a first torque group 39501 and a second torque group 39502. The two torque groups are respectively arranged corresponding to the first rotating shaft component 39421 and the fourth rotating shaft component 39424 located on both sides, so that each rotating shaft component 3942 with a torque group can independently provide damping torque. The total torque is shared by the two torque groups, reducing the torque load borne by a single rotating shaft component 3942. This allows for a reduction in the diameter of the first rotating shaft component 39421 while maintaining the overall torque output, thereby reducing the thickness requirement of the installation space in the first body 10 to accommodate the rotating shaft component 3942 and facilitating the reduction of the thickness of the first body 10. The pressure components of the two torque groups are located at opposite ends of the first rotating shaft component 39421 and the fourth rotating shaft component 39424, respectively. This allows the damping torque to be distributed axially and shortens the axial length of the rotating shaft structure 30, thereby reducing the impact of the rotating shaft structure 30 on other structures of the second body 20. For example, the rotating shaft structure 30 can avoid the space in the second body 20 that accommodates the cooling fan and fins, reducing the impact on heat dissipation performance.

[0125] The axis of the rotating shaft structure 30 can also be translated (lifted or lowered) in a direction perpendicular to the second functional surface 21. Furthermore, the axis of the rotating shaft structure 30 can move along an arc trajectory during switching, rather than being limited to a straight line (guide groove). The center of this arc trajectory can be located inside the second body 20, outside the second body 20, or on the second functional surface 21. The arc trajectory allows the rotating shaft structure 30 to oscillate slightly during lifting and lowering, more smoothly adapting to the rotation path of the first body 10.

[0126] By changing the height or other spatial position of the axis of the rotating shaft structure 30 relative to the second body 20, the spatial requirements of the first body 10 during rotation can be adapted, avoiding interference during switching processes (including the first form in a closed state (0°) and the second form in a fully extended state (180°). This lifting motion is advantageous for achieving a slimmer design for electronic devices.

[0127] The pivot structure 30 may have a second surface 35. The second surface 35 may be a surface on the pivot structure 30 that is opposite to the first surface 32.

[0128] In the first configuration, at least a portion of the second surface 35 is located within the second body 20 (i.e., below the second functional surface 21), thus placing the entire pivot structure 30 in a lower position, making it easier to be obscured by the target portion 12. In the second configuration, at least a portion of the second surface 35 is located outside the second body 20 (i.e., above the second functional surface 21), and along a direction perpendicular to the second functional surface 21, the projection of the second surface 35 covers the axis of the pivot structure 30. In other words, in the second configuration, the pivot structure 30 is raised to a certain height. The projection of the axis of the pivot structure 30 is covered by the projection of the second surface 35; therefore, when viewed from the direction facing the second surface 35, the second surface 35 or a small portion of the second surface 35 and the pivot structure 30 can be observed. The second surface 35 can be an inclined surface and satisfies the parallel condition (parallel or substantially parallel, etc.) with the first surface 32. The second surface 35 can be a plane or a curved surface, etc., without specific limitations and all are within the scope of protection.

[0129] To achieve the aforementioned lifting motion, the second body 20 and the rotating shaft structure 30 can be slidably connected. For example, a guide groove can be provided on the second functional surface 21, extending along a first straight direction X, which forms a target angle (not parallel) with the second functional surface 21. The second connecting portion 34 of the rotating shaft structure 30 slides into the guide groove. During the switching between the first and second forms, the rotating shaft structure 30 moves along the guide groove. The inclined arrangement of the guide groove allows the rotating shaft structure 30 to move horizontally and also displace in a direction perpendicular to the second functional surface 21 when sliding along it, thereby achieving the lifting effect.

[0130] Alternatively, instead of a guide groove, a guide post and guide hole combination structure can be used to achieve the lifting and lowering of the rotating shaft structure 30 relative to the second functional surface 21. For example, the second body 20 has a guide hole, and the rotating shaft structure 30 has a guide post, which is slidably inserted into the guide hole to guide the rotating shaft structure 30 to move in a predetermined direction. A slide rail and slider combination structure can also be used, which can also achieve stable lifting and lowering. Figure 15 , Figure 16 and Figure 17As shown, in some embodiments, the pivot structure 30 can also avoid the target portion 12 by swinging. The pivot structure 30 can rotate (swing) along its own axis to adjust the angle between itself and the second functional surface 21. In a first configuration, the pivot structure 30 forms a first angle (e.g., 85° or 90°) with the second functional surface 21, and when viewed along the first direction Z (i.e., perpendicular to the second functional surface 21), the projected area of ​​the pivot structure 30 has a first area. In a second configuration, the pivot structure 30 forms a second angle (e.g., 45° or 55°) with the second functional surface 21, and when viewed along the first direction Z, the projected area of ​​the pivot structure 30 has a second area, and the first area is smaller than the second area. That is, the pivot structure 30 deflects in the second configuration, increasing its projected area in the horizontal direction, thereby causing the main body of the pivot structure 30 (the second connecting portion 34) to deviate from the movement path of the target portion 12, achieving avoidance. This "swinging" hinge design can reduce the area occupied by the rotating connection (such as the first connecting part 33) on the first body 10, which is beneficial to increasing the screen ratio of the first body 10 (screen side). It should be noted that the above-mentioned lifting and swinging solutions can coexist in the same electronic device or exist independently, and both can achieve the function of avoiding the target part 12.

[0131] In the case where the pivot structure 30 employs a "swinging" or "sliding + swinging" scheme, the position of the second connecting portion 34 of the pivot structure 30 can be changed. In some embodiments, the pivot structure 30 includes a first connecting portion 33 rotatably connected to the first body 10 along its axis and a second connecting portion 34 that moves relative to the second body 20. In a first configuration, the second connecting portion 34 is located in a first position; in a second configuration, the second connecting portion 34 moves to a second position, and the target portion 12 is at least partially located in the first position. That is, during the transition from the first configuration to the second configuration, the position occupied by the second connecting portion 34 (the first position) is vacated due to the movement of the second connecting portion 34 and is occupied by the target portion 12 transitioning to the second configuration, thus achieving optimized space utilization.

[0132] like Figures 15-18 As shown, in some embodiments, the pivot structure 30 can swing relative to the second functional surface 21 as follows:

[0133] like Figure 16As shown, in the first configuration, the first body 10 and the second body 20 are in a closed state (for example, the angle between them is 0°), and the axis of the pivot structure 30 is the hinge axis 001 between the pivot structure 30 and the first body 10. The pivot structure 30 forms a first angle with the second functional surface 21, that is, the first arrangement direction K of the first connecting part 33 and the second connecting part 34 forms a first angle with the second functional surface 21, wherein the first angle can be 90°. The first arrangement direction K can be the same as the first direction Z. In this state, the area occupied by the part on the first body 10 that can be hinged to the pivot structure 30 is small, which is beneficial to improving the screen ratio of the first body 10 (screen end).

[0134] To enable the rotating shaft structure 30 to rotate (oscillate) along the hinge axis 001, an oscillating groove 36 arranged along a predetermined trajectory can be provided on the second body 20, and the second connecting part 34 has a mating shaft 341 that slides along the oscillating groove 36. The two ends of the oscillating groove 36 correspond to a first position and a second position, respectively. That is, in the first configuration, the mating shaft 341 is located at one end of the oscillating groove 36. Figure 16 The right end of the swing groove 36), the second connecting part 34 is located in the first position; in the second configuration, the mating shaft 341 is located at the other end of the swing groove 36 ( Figure 16 The left end of the swing groove 36), the second connecting part 34 is located in the second position.

[0135] like Figure 17 As shown, in the intermediate state between the first and second states (before switching to the second state and completing the first sub-process), the second connecting part 34 slides along the swing groove 36 and the rotating shaft structure 30 rotates along its axis (hinged axis 001) by a predetermined angle a (e.g., 45°, 50° or 60°, etc.) so that the angle between the rotating shaft structure 30 and the second functional surface 21 rotates from the first angle to the second angle. That is, the second arrangement direction K' of the first connecting part 33 and the second connecting part 34 forms a second angle with the second functional surface 21, wherein the second angle can be 45° or 135°, etc.

[0136] like Figure 18As shown, in the second configuration, the first body 10 and the second body 20 are in an unfolded state (e.g., the angle between them is 180°), and the axis of the pivot structure 30 is the hinge axis 001 between the pivot structure 30 and the first body 10. The pivot structure 30 forms a second angle with the second functional surface 21, that is, the second arrangement direction K' of the first connecting part 33 and the second connecting part 34 forms a second angle with the second functional surface 21. The position of the hinge axis 001 (the axis of the pivot structure 30) can remain unchanged. That is, during the switching between the first and second configurations, the pivot structure 30 rotates (oscillates) along its axis, and the position of the axis of the pivot structure 30 relative to the second functional surface 21 remains unchanged. Due to the oscillation of the pivot structure 30 (e.g., the pivot structure 30 rotates (oscillates) along its axis), the pivot structure 30 rotates (oscillates) along its axis. Figure 17 and Figure 18 The clockwise swing angle a shown can cause the rotating shaft structure 30 to avoid the target portion 12, thus preventing interference between the first body 10 and the rotating shaft structure 30. Figure 19 , Figure 20 and Figure 21 As shown, a mounting hole 37 may be provided on the second functional surface 21. The mounting hole 37 extends along the second direction Y and has a first portion 371 and a second portion 372. The second direction Y is the direction from the location of the rotating shaft structure 30 toward the middle position of the second body 20.

[0137] In the first configuration, the second connecting portion 34 is located at the first portion 371 of the mounting hole 37, and the projection of the first body 10 along the first direction Z covers the second portion 372 of the mounting hole 37. In the second configuration, the second connecting portion 34 moves to the second portion 372 of the mounting hole 37, and the projection of the first body 10 along the first direction Z covers the first portion 371 of the mounting hole 37. That is, during the configuration switching process, the second connecting portion 34 moves within the mounting hole 37, and the first body 10 can cover different parts of the mounting hole 37 (the parts where the second connecting portion 34 is not in the mounting hole 37) in different configurations, thereby preventing the mounting hole 37 from being exposed, improving the dustproof effect and the aesthetics of the electronic device.

[0138] The mounting hole 37 can be a waist-shaped hole or an elliptical hole, etc. The first part 371 and the second part 372 are arranged sequentially along the second direction Y.

[0139] The process that enables an electronic device to switch from a first state to a second state includes a first sub-process and a second sub-process.

[0140] In the first sub-process, the first body 10 and the second body 20 rotate relative to each other by a first angle, and the rotation of the first body 10 drives the second connecting part 34 to move relative to the mounting hole 37 via the first connecting part 33. In this sub-process, the second connecting part 34 can move from the first portion 371 to the second portion 372 of the mounting hole 37. During this process, a first target angle (e.g., 90°) can be maintained between the rotating shaft structure 30 and the first body 10.

[0141] In the second sub-process, the first body 10 and the second body 20 continue to rotate relative to each other by a second angle. At this time, the second connecting part 34 can be located in the second part 372 and remain stationary, while the first connecting part 33 rotates relative to the first body 10, causing the included angle between the rotating shaft structure 30 and the first body 10 to rotate from the first target angle to the second target angle (e.g., 225°). Through this phased action, the time and size of the exposed mounting hole 37 during rotation can be effectively reduced, further improving the dustproof effect and aesthetics. The first angle can be 45°, and the second angle can be 135°. After completing the two sub-processes, the first body 10 and the second body 20 can rotate relative to each other by 180°. Alternatively, the first angle can be 60°, and the second angle can be 120°, etc.

[0142] To achieve the aforementioned oscillation, the electronic device may further include a mounting base disposed on the second functional surface 21. The first connecting portion 33 is rotatably connected to the mounting base via a pivot, allowing the pivot structure 30 to rotate relative to the mounting base along its axis, thereby adjusting the position of the second connecting portion 34 in the mounting hole 37.

[0143] In some implementations, the angle parameters in the first sub-process and the second sub-process satisfy a specific numerical relationship. That is, in the first configuration, the first body 10 and the second body 20 are at a first angle; in the second configuration, the first body 10 and the second body 20 are at a second angle. The difference between the second angle and the first angle (i.e., the total rotation angle of the electronic device during the switching process, such as 180°) is greater than the rotation angle of the pivot structure 30. That is, the first body 10 can be deployed over a large range (e.g., 180°) relative to the second body 20, while the pivot structure 30 can complete the avoidance with a small angle adjustment.

[0144] For example, in the first configuration, the electronic device is in a closed configuration, where the first angle between the first body 10 and the second body 20 is approximately 0° (i.e., they are basically parallel and opposite each other). In the second configuration, the first body 10 and the second body 20 are fully extended, and the second angle between them is approximately 180° (i.e., they are basically parallel and face the same direction). Therefore, the difference between the second angle and the first angle is approximately 180°, meaning that the first body 10 has rotated 180° relative to the second body 20.

[0145] In the first configuration, the pivot structure 30 and the second functional surface 21 form a first angle. This first angle refers to the angle between the length direction of the pivot structure 30 (or a reference surface of the pivot structure 30, such as the first surface 32) and the second functional surface 21. For example, in the first configuration, the pivot structure 30 can be set substantially perpendicular to the second functional surface 21, and the first angle can be approximately 90°. In the second configuration, the pivot structure 30 and the second functional surface 21 form a target angle. This target angle refers to the angle formed between the pivot structure 30 and the second functional surface 21 in the second configuration. For example, in the second configuration, the pivot structure 30 can be deflected relative to the second functional surface 21 by a certain angle, such that the first surface 32 of the pivot structure 30 forms an acute angle of 45° with the second functional surface 21. In this case, the angle from the pivot structure 30 to the second functional surface 21 can be 135°, that is, the rotation angle of the pivot structure 30 is 90°.

[0146] Alternatively, the first and second sub-processes can be omitted. The second connecting part 34 can begin moving simultaneously with the rotation of the first connecting part 33, resulting in a temporal overlap between the two movements. This "rotation and movement simultaneously" method can shorten the total switching time and improve the smoothness of use.

[0147] In some implementations (the swing configuration), the position of the axis of the pivot structure 30 can satisfy a constant condition, that is, the axis of the pivot structure 30 remains in a constant position during the shape switching process, allowing the pivot structure 30 itself to rotate to adjust the angle. Alternatively, the distance or position between the axis of the pivot structure 30 and the second functional surface 21 can undergo a small displacement (e.g., less than ±0.5mm) during the switching process, i.e., "basically constant," to accommodate machining and assembly errors.

[0148] In the second configuration, the third surface 13 (i.e., surface A) of the first body 10 facing away from the first functional surface 11 can meet the contact condition (e.g., the two are in contact with each other) or the clearance fit condition (e.g., a small gap is maintained between them) with the second functional surface 21. This ensures that the electronic device has a stable support relationship between the first body 10 and the second body 20 in the second configuration.

[0149] In the first configuration, along the first direction Z, the projection of the target portion 12 at least partially coincides with the projection of the axis of the rotating shaft structure 30. This further defines the coverage area of ​​the target portion 12 on the rotating shaft structure 30, ensuring that the axial portion of the rotating shaft structure 30 is effectively blocked in the closed state.

[0150] The process of an electronic device switching from its first form to its second form is as follows:

[0151] In the initial state, the electronic device is in the first form (0° closed), and the target part 12 of the first body 10 covers part of the rotating shaft structure 30, and the axis part of the rotating shaft structure 30 is not exposed.

[0152] The user controls the first body 10 to rotate relative to the second body 20, and the first connecting part 33 of the rotating shaft structure 30 rotates with the first body 10. The first connecting part 33 drives the second connecting part 34 to move along the guide groove or mounting hole 37 on the second functional surface 21. If a lifting scheme is adopted, the second connecting part 34 moves along the inclined guide groove, causing the rotating shaft structure 30 to rise as a whole; if a swinging scheme is adopted, the second connecting part 34 slides in the mounting hole 37, causing the rotating shaft structure 30 to begin to deflect.

[0153] like Figure 10 As shown, the second functional surface 21 may also have a groove 211. In the first configuration, a portion of the structure of the pivot structure 30 (such as the first connecting portion 33) may be partially embedded in the groove 211 to facilitate a thinner design in the first configuration.

[0154] like Figure 11 As shown, as the first body 10 continues to rotate to 180°, the target portion 12 gradually approaches the second functional surface 21. Since the pivot structure 30 has already avoided this by lifting or swinging, the target portion 12 can smoothly enter the receiving space 31 of the pivot structure 30 or be offset from the pivot structure 30 without interference. Finally, the first body 10 is completely flattened, and the third surface 13 contacts or has a small gap with the second functional surface 21, placing the electronic device in its second form (180° flat panel form). The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on the differences from other embodiments. Similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to interchangeably.

[0155] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use this application. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of this application. Therefore, this application is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. An electronic device, comprising: The first entity includes the first functional surface; The second entity includes the second functional surface; A pivot structure is provided on the second functional surface and rotatably connects the first body and the second body, so that the electronic device can switch between the first mode and the second mode. in, In the first configuration, the first functional surface and the second functional surface satisfy a relative condition, and along the first direction, the target portion of the first body at least partially obscures the pivot structure, and the first direction and the second functional surface satisfy a perpendicular condition.

2. The electronic device as claimed in claim 1, in the second configuration, the orientation of the first functional surface and the second functional surface satisfies the same orientation condition, and the orthographic projection area of ​​the rotating shaft structure onto the second functional surface at least partially overlaps with the orthographic projection area of ​​the target portion.

3. The electronic device of claim 2, wherein at least one of the following is satisfied: The pivot structure has a receiving space such that at least part of the target portion is located in the receiving space in the second configuration. In the second configuration, a first surface of the pivot structure faces the target portion, and the first surface forms a target angle with the second functional surface to form the receiving space or the first surface has the receiving space. During the switching between the first and second forms, the pivot structure moves relative to the second functional surface so that the pivot structure avoids the target part in the second form.

4. The electronic device as claimed in claim 3, wherein the rotating shaft structure has a first connecting portion rotatably connected to the first body and a second connecting portion movably disposed on the second functional surface; During the switching between the first form and the second form, the angle between the first body and the second body changes, the first connecting part rotates relative to the first body and drives the second connecting part to move relative to the second body.

5. The electronic device as claimed in claim 1, wherein during the switching process, the first body is located on the side facing the second functional surface; In the first configuration, the rotating shaft structure and the second body are in a first relative position, such that the axis of the rotating shaft structure and the second body are at a first distance. In the second configuration, the pivot structure and the second body are in a second relative position, such that the axis of the pivot structure and the second body are at a second distance, the first distance being different from the second distance.

6. The electronic device of claim 5, wherein the rotating shaft structure has a second surface; In the first configuration, the second surface is at least partially located within the second body. In the second configuration, the second surface is at least partially located outside the second body, and the projection of the second surface covers the axis of the rotating shaft structure along a direction perpendicular to the second functional surface.

7. The electronic device according to any one of claims 1-6, wherein the rotating shaft structure is rotatable along its axis to adjust the angle between the rotating shaft structure and the second functional surface; In the first configuration, the rotating shaft structure forms a first angle with the second functional surface, and the projected area of ​​the rotating shaft structure along the first direction is a first area; In the second configuration, the pivot structure forms a second angle with the second functional surface, and along the first direction, the projected area of ​​the pivot structure is a second area, where the first area is smaller than the second area.

8. The electronic device of claim 7, wherein the rotating shaft structure includes a first connecting portion rotatably connected to the first body along its axis and a second connecting portion movable relative to the second body, satisfying at least one of the following: In the first configuration, the second connecting portion is located in the first position; in the second configuration, the second connecting portion moves to the second position, and the target portion is at least partially located in the first position. The second functional surface has a mounting hole, which has a first portion and a second portion along a second direction, the second direction being the direction from the pivot structure to the middle position of the second body; in the first configuration, the second connecting portion is located in the first portion, and along the first direction, the projection of the first body covers the second portion; in the second configuration, the second connecting portion is located in the second portion, and along the first direction, the projection of the first body covers the first portion.

9. The electronic device as claimed in claim 8, The process of switching from the first state to the second state includes a first sub-process and a second sub-process; In the first sub-process, the first body and the second body rotate relative to each other by a first angle, and drive the second connecting part to move relative to the mounting hole, so that the second connecting part moves from the first part to the second part, and the rotating shaft structure maintains a first target angle with the first body; In the second sub-process, the first body and the second body rotate relative to each other by a second angle, the second connecting part is located in the second part and the first connecting part rotates relative to the first body, so that the included angle between the rotating shaft structure and the first body rotates from the first target included angle to the second target included angle.

10. The electronic device of claim 1, wherein at least one of the following is satisfied: During the switching process between the first form and the second form, the position of the axis of the rotating shaft structure satisfies a constant condition; In the second configuration, the third surface of the first body facing away from the first functional surface satisfies the contact condition or the clearance fit condition with the second functional surface. In the first configuration, along the first direction, the projection of the target portion at least partially coincides with the projection of the axis of the rotating shaft structure.

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