electronic devices

Abstract

This invention provides an electronic device comprising: a hinge mechanism, a first frame, a second frame, a heat sink, a reinforcing plate, and a display module; the first frame and the second frame are respectively connected to opposite sides of the hinge mechanism so as to move with the hinge mechanism during folding or unfolding; the heat sink extends from a position opposite to the first frame to a position opposite to the second frame, and the portion of the heat sink opposite to the hinge mechanism is fixedly connected to the reinforcing plate; the display module is located on the side of the heat sink opposite to the hinge mechanism.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] With the continuous development of flexible display technology, some equipment manufacturers offer foldable electronic devices for users to choose from. Currently, foldable electronic devices include a hinge mechanism, a first frame, a second frame, and a display module. The hinge mechanism includes a base, a first rotating component, and a second rotating component. The first frame is connected to the first rotating component, and the second frame is connected to the second rotating component. The first frame is connected to a first part of the display module, and the second frame is connected to a second part of the display module.

[0003] In addition, the electronic device also includes a heat sink, which transfers heat from one side of the first frame to the other side of the second frame, thus preventing the first frame from overheating. During the folding or unfolding of the electronic device, the area where the heat sink and the hinge mechanism are located is prone to localized bulging, which may scratch the display module and potentially damage it. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model provides an electronic device to solve the problem that local bulging at the part opposite the heat sink and hinge mechanism may damage the display module.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model is implemented as follows:

[0006] The electronic device provided in this embodiment includes: a hinge mechanism, a first frame, a second frame, a heat sink, a reinforcing plate, and a display module; the first frame and the second frame are respectively connected to the two sides opposite to the hinge mechanism so as to move with the hinge mechanism during the folding or unfolding process; the heat sink extends from a position opposite to the first frame to a position opposite to the second frame, and the part of the heat sink opposite to the hinge mechanism is fixedly connected to the reinforcing plate; the display module is located on the side of the heat sink opposite to the hinge mechanism.

[0007] In some embodiments, the hinge mechanism includes a base, a first rotating component, and a second rotating component, which are respectively disposed on opposite sides of the base. A first frame is connected to the first rotating component, and a second frame is connected to the second rotating component. The display module includes a first display section, a flexible bending section, and a second display section connected in sequence. The first display section is connected to the first frame, and the second display section is connected to the second frame. The flexible bending section is opposite to the hinge mechanism. The first rotating component includes a first support member, and the second rotating component includes a second support member. When the electronic device is in a folded state, the first support member, the base, and the second support member form an accommodating area for accommodating the flexible bending section.

[0008] In some embodiments, the portion of the heat sink facing the first support is fixedly connected to the first support, and the portion of the heat sink facing the second support is fixedly connected to the second support.

[0009] In some embodiments, a first clearance area is formed between the first support member and the first frame, and a second clearance area is formed between the second support member and the second frame; when the electronic device is in the unfolded state, a first bend is formed at the portion of the heat sink opposite to the first clearance area, the first bend being at least partially accommodated in the first clearance area, and a second bend is formed at the portion of the heat sink opposite to the second clearance area, the second bend being at least partially accommodated in the second clearance area.

[0010] In some embodiments, the portion where the reinforcing plate connects to the heat sink is called a reinforcing connection portion, which is located between the first bend portion and the second bend portion.

[0011] In some embodiments, the reinforcing sheet extends along the length of the hinge mechanism from a position opposite to one end of the hinge mechanism to a position opposite to the other end of the hinge mechanism; the reinforcing sheet has a first hollow portion, which is staggered from the reinforcing connecting portion; or, the reinforcing sheet includes a first body and a second body, which are spaced apart, with the first body opposite to the first rotating component and the second body opposite to the second rotating component; or, the reinforcing sheet is covered with a plurality of second hollow portions arranged in an array.

[0012] In some embodiments, a reinforcing sheet is disposed on the side of the heat sink facing the display module, and a first anti-friction layer is provided on the side of the reinforcing sheet facing the display module.

[0013] In some embodiments, the heat sink includes a first portion and a second portion, the area of ​​the top surface of the first portion is larger than the area of ​​the top surface of the second portion, the first portion is opposite to the first frame, and the second portion is opposite to the second frame; the portion of the heat sink facing the first support is fixedly connected to the first support, and the portion of the heat sink facing the second support is slidably engaged with the second support.

[0014] In some embodiments, a reinforcing sheet is disposed on the side of the heat sink facing the second support member, and a second anti-friction layer is provided on the side of the reinforcing sheet facing the second support member.

[0015] In some embodiments, the second part and the reinforcing sheet are fixedly connected.

[0016] The above-mentioned technical solutions adopted in the embodiments of this utility model can achieve the following beneficial effects:

[0017] In an embodiment of this utility model, the portion of the heat sink opposite to the hinge mechanism is connected to a reinforcing plate, thereby preventing localized arching of the portion of the heat sink opposite to the hinge mechanism and thus preventing the arched portion from scratching the display module and causing damage to the display module.

[0018] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or related technologies, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or related technologies will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments recorded in this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of an electronic device with a hidden display module provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 An exploded view of an electronic device provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 A partial cross-sectional view of an electronic device in an unfolded state, provided for an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 A partial cross-sectional view of an electronic device in a folded state, provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 A partial schematic diagram of a heat sink, a reinforcing sheet, a first friction-reducing layer, and a display module provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 6 A partial schematic diagram of a heat sink, a reinforcing sheet, and a first friction-reducing layer provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of a heat sink provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of a heat sink and hinge mechanism provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 9 A schematic diagram of the first type of reinforcing plate, heat sink, and hinge mechanism provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 10 A schematic diagram of a second type of reinforcing plate, heat sink, and hinge mechanism provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 11 A schematic diagram of a third type of reinforcing plate, heat sink, and hinge mechanism provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0031] Figure 12 A schematic diagram of a fourth type of reinforcing plate, heat sink, and hinge mechanism provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0032] Figure 13 A schematic diagram of another electronic device with a hidden display module provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 14 An exploded view of another electronic device provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0034] Figure 15 A partial cross-sectional view of another electronic device in an unfolded state provided for an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0035] Figure 16 A partial cross-sectional view of another electronic device in a folded state provided for an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 17 A partial schematic diagram of a second friction-reducing layer, a reinforcing sheet, a heat sink, and a display module provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0037] Figure 18 A schematic diagram of a second friction-reducing layer, a reinforcing sheet, and a heat sink provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0038] Figure 19 A schematic diagram of a second friction-reducing layer, a reinforcing sheet, and a heat sink in an unfolded state, provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0039] Figure 20 for Figure 19 An exploded view of the second anti-friction layer, reinforcing sheet, and heat sink shown in the figure;

[0040] Figure 21 A schematic diagram of a heat sink in a folded state provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0041] Figure 22 A partial schematic diagram of a second friction-reducing layer, a reinforcing sheet, and a heat sink in a folded state, provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0042] Figure 23 This is a partially exploded view of a second friction-reducing layer, a reinforcing sheet, and a heat sink in a folded state, as provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0043] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0044] 1-Electronic devices;

[0045] 100-Hinge mechanism; 110-Base; 120-First rotating assembly; 121-First support member; 122-First swing arm; 130-Second rotating assembly; 131-Second support member; 132-Third swing arm;

[0046] 210 - First frame; 220 - Second frame;

[0047] 300 - Heat sink; 310 - Transition section; 320 - First bend; 330 - Second bend; 340 - First part; 350 - Second part;

[0048] 400 - Reinforcing piece; 400a - First body; 400b - Second body; 410 - Reinforcing connection; 420 - First hollowed-out part; 430 - Second hollowed-out part;

[0049] 500 - Display module; 510 - First display section; 520 - Flexible bending section; 530 - Second display section;

[0050] 610 - Accommodation area; 620 - First avoidance zone; 630 - Second avoidance zone;

[0051] 710 - First anti-friction layer; 720 - Second anti-friction layer;

[0052] 810 - Third adhesive layer; 820 - First adhesive layer. Detailed Implementation

[0053] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with specific embodiments and corresponding drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0054] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0055] Furthermore, although the terminology used in this invention is selected from commonly known and used terms, some terms mentioned in this specification may have been selected by the applicant in his or her judgment, and their detailed meanings are explained in the relevant sections of the description herein.

[0056] Furthermore, it is required that this utility model be understood not only through the actual terminology used, but also through the meaning implied by each term.

[0057] The technical solutions provided by the various embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0058] This utility model provides an electronic device. (See reference...) Figures 1 to 23 The electronic device 1 provided in this embodiment of the present invention includes: a hinge mechanism 100, a first frame 210, a second frame 220, a heat sink 300, a reinforcing sheet 400, and a display module 500.

[0059] The first frame 210 and the second frame 220 are respectively connected to opposite sides of the hinge mechanism 100 so as to move with the hinge mechanism 100 during folding or unfolding. For example, when the hinge mechanism 100 is in the folded state, the first frame 210 and the second frame 220 are opposite each other. When the hinge mechanism 100 is in the unfolded state, the top surfaces of the first frame 210 and the second frame 220 are flush.

[0060] The heat sink 300 extends from a position opposite to the first frame 210 to a position opposite to the second frame 220. For example, if the area of ​​the electronic device 1 located in the first frame 210 has high heat, the heat sink 300 can transfer the heat from that area to the area of ​​the electronic device 1 located in the second frame 220. Similarly, if the area of ​​the electronic device 1 located in the second frame 220 has high heat, the heat sink 300 can transfer the heat from that area to the area of ​​the electronic device 1 located in the first frame 210. In this way, by utilizing the heat sink 300 for heat transfer, excessively high local temperatures in the electronic device 1 can be avoided.

[0061] The portion of the heat sink 300 opposite to the hinge mechanism 100 and the reinforcing plate 400 are fixedly connected. The display module 500 is located on the side of the heat sink 300 away from the hinge mechanism 100.

[0062] In this way, in the embodiment of the present invention, since the part of the heat sink 300 opposite to the hinge mechanism 100 is fixedly connected to the reinforcing plate 400, the reinforcing plate 400 can be used to prevent the part of the heat sink 300 opposite to the hinge mechanism 100 from local arching, thereby avoiding the heat sink 300 from local arching and scratching the display module 500, which would damage the display module 500.

[0063] refer to Figure 7 and Figure 8 In some embodiments, the portion of the heat sink 300 opposite to the hinge mechanism 100 is a transition portion 310. Figures 9 to 13 The transition portion 310 is fixedly connected to the reinforcing plate 400. In this way, the reinforcing plate 400 can be used to prevent the part of the heat sink 300 opposite to the hinge mechanism 100 from arching and deforming, thereby scratching the display module 500.

[0064] refer to Figure 2 In some embodiments, the hinge mechanism 100 includes a base 110, a first rotating assembly 120, and a second rotating assembly 130. The first rotating assembly 120 and the second rotating assembly 130 are respectively disposed on opposite sides of the base 110. A first frame 210 is connected to the first rotating assembly 120, and a second frame 220 is connected to the second rotating assembly 130. Thus, during the rotation of the first rotating assembly 120 relative to the base 110, the first rotating assembly 120 drives the first frame 210 to rotate relative to the base 110. During the rotation of the second rotating assembly 130 relative to the base 110, the second rotating assembly 130 drives the second frame 220 to rotate relative to the base 110.

[0065] refer to Figures 2 to 4 The display module 500 includes a first display section 510, a flexible bending section 520, and a second display section 530 connected in sequence. The first display section 510 is connected to the first frame 210, the second display section 530 is connected to the second frame 220, and the flexible bending section 520 is opposite to the hinge mechanism 100.

[0066] The first rotating assembly 120 includes a first support member 121, and the second rotating assembly 130 includes a second support member 131. When the electronic device 1 is in a folded state, the first support member 121, the base 110, and the second support member 131 form a receiving area 610 for receiving the flexible bending portion 520. Furthermore, when the electronic device 1 is in an unfolded state, the first support member 121 and the second support member 131 are located below the flexible bending portion 520. When the flexible bending portion 520 is touched, the first support member 121 and the second support member 131 support the flexible bending portion 520 to prevent it from collapsing.

[0067] In some embodiments, the first rotating assembly 120 further includes a first swing arm 122, a second swing arm, and a first connecting bracket. One side of the first swing arm 122 is rotatably connected to the base 110, and the other side is slidably connected to the first connecting bracket. One side of the second swing arm is rotatably connected to the base 110, and the other side is movably connected to the first connecting bracket. The first frame 210 is fixedly connected to the first connecting bracket. The first swing arm 122 is connected to the first support member 121.

[0068] The second rotating assembly 130 also includes a third swing arm 132, a fourth swing arm, and a second connecting bracket. One side of the third swing arm 132 is rotatably connected to the base 110, and the other side is slidably connected to the second connecting bracket. One side of the fourth swing arm is rotatably connected to the base 110, and the other side is movably connected to the second connecting bracket. The second frame 220 is fixedly connected to the second connecting bracket. The third swing arm 132 is connected to the second support member 131.

[0069] Thus, during the transition of the hinge mechanism 100 from the unfolded state to the folded state, the first swing arm 122 rotates relative to the base 110 to the upright state, the second swing arm rotates relative to the base 110 to the upright state, and the second swing arm drives the first connecting bracket to move away from the base relative to the first swing arm 122; the third swing arm 132 rotates relative to the base 110 to the upright state, the fourth swing arm rotates relative to the base 110 to the upright state, and the fourth swing arm drives the second connecting bracket to move away from the base relative to the third swing arm 132. Simultaneously, the first swing arm 122 drives the first support member 121 to rotate, and the third swing arm 132 drives the second support member 131 to rotate, so that the first support member 121, the base 110, and the second support member 131 form a teardrop-shaped receiving area 610. It should be noted that the second swing arm drives the first connecting bracket to move away from the base relative to the first swing arm 122, and the fourth swing arm drives the second connecting bracket to move away from the base relative to the third swing arm 132. This can increase the size of the accommodating area 610, thereby avoiding interference between the flexible bending part 520 and the first support member 121, the base 110, or the second support member 131.

[0070] It should also be noted that the specific structure of the hinge mechanism 100 can also refer to related technologies. In other words, the hinge mechanism 100 in this embodiment of the present invention can be a hinge mechanism in related technologies, and the specific structure of the hinge mechanism 100 in this embodiment of the present invention is not limited.

[0071] In some embodiments, the portion of the heat sink 300 facing the first support member 121 is fixedly connected to the first support member 121, and the portion of the heat sink 300 facing the second support member 131 is fixedly connected to the second support member 131. For example, the first support member 121 has a first adhesive layer on the side facing the heat sink 300, and the first support member 121 is bonded and fixed to the portion of the heat sink 300 facing the first support member 121 through the first adhesive layer. The second support member 131 has a second adhesive layer on the side facing the heat sink 300, and the second support member 131 is bonded and fixed to the portion of the heat sink 300 facing the second support member 131 through the second adhesive layer. In this way, by fixing the heat sink 300 to the first support member 121 and the second support member 131 respectively, misalignment of the heat sink 300 relative to the first support member 121 and the second support member 131 can be prevented.

[0072] refer to Figure 3 In some embodiments, a first clearance area 620 is formed between the first support member 121 and the first frame 210, and a second clearance area 630 is formed between the second support member 131 and the second frame 220. When the electronic device 1 is in the unfolded state, a first bend 320 is formed at the portion of the heat sink 300 opposite to the first clearance area 620, and the first bend 320 is at least partially accommodated in the first clearance area 620. A second bend 330 is formed at the portion of the heat sink 300 opposite to the second clearance area 630, and the second bend 330 is at least partially accommodated in the second clearance area 630.

[0073] In this way, by ensuring that when the electronic device 1 is in the unfolded state, the first bent portion 320 of the heat sink 300 is at least partially accommodated in the first clearance area 620, and the second bent portion 330 of the heat sink 300 is at least partially accommodated in the second clearance area 630, the first bent portion 320 is prevented from being lifted by the first frame 210, and the second bent portion 330 is prevented from being scratched by the second frame 220.

[0074] It should be noted that, when the electronic device 1 is in a folded state, the second swing arm drives the first connecting bracket to move away from the base relative to the first swing arm 122, and the fourth swing arm drives the second connecting bracket to move away from the base relative to the third swing arm 132. This causes the first frame 210 to move away from the base along with the first connecting bracket, and the second frame 220 to move away from the base along with the second connecting bracket. Furthermore, since the heat sink 300 is connected to the first frame 210 and the second frame 220 respectively, during the movement of the first frame 210 and the second frame 220 away from the base, the heat sink 300 can be "straightened," thereby making the first bent portion 320 and the second bent portion 330 of the heat sink 300 flat.

[0075] refer to Figure 3 It shows that, when the electronic device 1 is in the unfolded state, the first bent portion 320 of the heat sink 300 is accommodated in the first clearance area 620, and the second bent portion 330 of the heat sink 300 is accommodated in the second clearance area 630. (See reference) Figure 4 It shows that when the electronic device 1 is in a folded state, the first bend 320 and the second bend 330 of the heat sink 300 become flat.

[0076] refer to Figures 9 to 12 In some embodiments, the portion where the reinforcing sheet 400 connects to the heat sink 300 is a reinforcing connection portion 410, located between the first bending portion 320 and the second bending portion 330. In other words, the portion where the reinforcing connection portion 410 is located between the first bending portion 320 and the second bending portion 330 is connected to the heat sink 300. This avoids the reinforcing connection portion 410 from connecting directly to the first bending portion 320 and the second bending portion 330, thus preventing the first bending portion 320 and the second bending portion 330 from bending and deforming smoothly when the electronic device 1 is switched to the unfolded state.

[0077] refer to Figures 9 to 12 In some embodiments, the reinforcing piece 400 extends along the length of the hinge mechanism 100 from a position opposite one end of the hinge mechanism 100 to a position opposite the other end of the hinge mechanism 100.

[0078] refer to Figure 9 The reinforcing plate 400 is a complete plate, and the reinforcing plate 400 is opposite to the hinge mechanism 100.

[0079] refer to Figure 10 The reinforcing sheet 400 has a first hollow portion 420, which is offset from the reinforcing connection portion 410. In this way, by providing the first hollow portion 420 on the reinforcing sheet 400, the toughness of the reinforcing sheet 400 can be reduced, thereby reducing the force required to overcome the rebound force of the reinforcing sheet 400 during the folding of the electronic device 1.

[0080] refer to Figure 11 The reinforcing piece 400 includes a first body 400a and a second body 400b. The first body 400a and the second body 400b are spaced apart, with the first body 400a opposite to the first rotating assembly 120 and the second body 400b opposite to the second rotating assembly 130. By dividing the reinforcing piece 400 into the first body 400a and the second body 400b from the axial position of the hinge mechanism 100, the force required to overcome the rebound force of the reinforcing piece 400 during the folding of the electronic device 1 is reduced.

[0081] refer to Figure 12 The reinforcing sheet 400 is covered with a plurality of second hollow portions 430 arranged in an array. In this way, by providing the second hollow portions 430 on the reinforcing sheet 400, the toughness of the reinforcing sheet 400 is reduced, thereby reducing the force required to overcome the rebound force of the reinforcing sheet 400 when folding the electronic device 1.

[0082] refer to Figures 4 to 6 In some embodiments, the reinforcing sheet 400 is disposed on the side of the heat sink 300 facing the display module 500. A first anti-friction layer 710 is provided on the side of the reinforcing sheet 400 facing the display module 500. Exemplarily, the first anti-friction layer 710 is a Teflon layer. The Teflon layer is made of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). Polytetrafluoroethylene is a high molecular weight polymer obtained by polymerization of tetrafluoroethylene as a monomer, and it has the characteristic of extremely low coefficient of friction.

[0083] Thus, since the reinforcing sheet 400 has a first anti-friction layer 710 on the side facing the display module 500, the display module 500 can slide relative to the first anti-friction layer 710 during the switching process between the folded state and the unfolded state of the electronic device 1, thereby avoiding the display module 500 from being damaged by scratching the reinforcing sheet 400.

[0084] refer to Figures 13 to 23 In some embodiments, the heat sink 300 includes a first portion 340 and a second portion 350. The area of ​​the top surface of the first portion 340 is larger than the area of ​​the top surface of the second portion 350. The first portion 340 is opposite to the first frame 210, and the second portion 350 is opposite to the second frame 220.

[0085] The portion of the heat sink 300 facing the first support member 121 is fixedly connected to the first support member 121, and the portion of the heat sink 300 facing the second support member 131 is slidably engaged with the second support member 131. Exemplarily, a first adhesive layer is provided on the side of the first support member 121 facing the heat sink 300, and the first support member 121 is bonded and fixed to the portion of the heat sink 300 facing the first support member 121 through the first adhesive layer. The second support member 131 is not fixedly connected to the heat sink 300. During the switching between the unfolded state and the folded state of the electronic device 1, the first portion 340 is fixed relative to the first frame 210, the portion of the heat sink 300 facing the second support member 131 slides relative to the second support member 131, and the second portion 350 of the heat sink 300 slides relative to the second frame 220.

[0086] Thus, during the switching between the unfolded and folded states of the electronic device 1, the portion of the heat sink 300 facing the second support member 131 slides relative to the second support member 131, and the second portion 350 of the heat sink 300 slides relative to the second frame 220. Therefore, referring to... Figure 15 , Figure 16 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 The heat sink 300 will not bulge out to form the first bend 320 and the second bend 330. Therefore, it is unnecessary to set the first clearance area 620 and the second clearance area 630.

[0087] refer to Figure 16 , Figure 22 and Figure 23 For example, the first adhesive layer 820 is provided on the portion of the heat sink 300 facing the first support member 121. The portion of the heat sink 300 facing the first support member 121 is bonded and fixed to the first support member 121 by the first adhesive layer 820.

[0088] refer to Figures 16 to 18 In some embodiments, the reinforcing sheet 400 is disposed on the side of the heat sink 300 facing the second support member 131. A second anti-friction layer 720 is provided on the side of the reinforcing sheet 400 facing the second support member 131. Exemplarily, the second anti-friction layer 720 is a Teflon layer. Thus, because the reinforcing sheet 400 has the second anti-friction layer 720 on the side facing the second support member 131, the sliding friction resistance between the reinforcing sheet 400 and the second support member 131 can be reduced. Furthermore, during the switching between the folded and unfolded states of the electronic device 1, the portion of the heat sink 300 facing the second support member 131 can slide smoothly relative to the second support member 131 along with the reinforcing sheet 400.

[0089] refer to Figures 20 to 23 In some embodiments, the second portion 350 and the reinforcing piece 400 are fixedly connected. In this way, by fixing the second portion 350 and the reinforcing piece 400 together, the strength of the second portion 350 can be improved, so as to prevent arching during the sliding of the second portion 350 relative to the second support member 131.

[0090] refer to Figures 20 to 23 For example, the electronic device 1 also includes a third adhesive layer 810. The reinforcing sheet 400 is bonded and fixed to the transition portion 310 and the second portion 350 of the heat sink 300 via the third adhesive layer 810.

[0091] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0092] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An electronic device, comprising: include: The hinge mechanism (100), the first frame (210), the second frame (220), the heat sink (300), the reinforcing plate (400), and the display module (500). The first frame (210) and the second frame (220) are respectively connected to the two sides opposite to the hinge mechanism (100) so as to move with the hinge mechanism (100) during the folding or unfolding process; The heat sink (300) extends from a position opposite to the first frame (210) to a position opposite to the second frame (220), and the portion of the heat sink (300) opposite to the hinge mechanism (100) is fixedly connected to the reinforcing piece (400); The display module (500) is located on the side of the heat sink (300) away from the hinge mechanism (100).

2. The electronic device of claim 1, wherein, The hinge mechanism (100) includes a base (110), a first rotating component (120), and a second rotating component (130). The first rotating component (120) and the second rotating component (130) are respectively disposed on opposite sides of the base (110). The first frame (210) is connected to the first rotating component (120), and the second frame (220) is connected to the second rotating component (130). The display module (500) includes a first display part (510), a flexible bending part (520), and a second display part (530) connected in sequence. The first display part (510) is connected to the first frame (210), and the second display part (530) is connected to the second frame (220). The flexible bending part (520) is opposite to the hinge mechanism (100). The first rotating assembly (120) includes a first support member (121), and the second rotating assembly (130) includes a second support member (131); when the electronic device is in a folded state, the first support member (121), the base (110) and the second support member (131) form an accommodating area (610), which is used to accommodate the flexible bending portion (520).

3. The electronic device of claim 2, wherein, The portion of the heat sink (300) facing the first support member (121) is fixedly connected to the first support member (121), and the portion of the heat sink (300) facing the second support member (131) is fixedly connected to the second support member (131).

4. The electronic device of claim 3, wherein, A first clearance zone (620) is formed between the first support member (121) and the first frame (210), and a second clearance zone (630) is formed between the second support member (131) and the second frame (220). When the electronic device is in the unfolded state, the portion of the heat sink (300) opposite to the first clearance area (620) forms a first bend (320), the first bend (320) being at least partially accommodated in the first clearance area (620), and the portion of the heat sink (300) opposite to the second clearance area (630) forms a second bend (330), the second bend (330) being at least partially accommodated in the second clearance area (630).

5. The electronic device of claim 4, wherein, The part where the reinforcing plate (400) connects to the heat sink (300) is called the reinforcing connection part (410), which is located between the first bending part (320) and the second bending part (330).

6. The electronic device of claim 5, wherein, The reinforcing piece (400) extends along the length of the hinge mechanism (100) from a position opposite to one end of the hinge mechanism (100) to a position opposite to the other end of the hinge mechanism (100); The reinforcing sheet (400) is provided with a first hollow portion (420), and the first hollow portion (420) is staggered with the reinforcing connection portion (410); or, The reinforcing sheet (400) includes a first body (400a) and a second body (400b), which are spaced apart. The first body (400a) is opposite to the first rotating assembly (120), and the second body (400b) is opposite to the second rotating assembly (130); or, The reinforcing sheet (400) is covered with a plurality of second hollowed-out portions (430) arranged in an array.

7. The electronic device of claim 3, wherein, The reinforcing plate (400) is disposed on the side of the heat sink (300) facing the display module (500), and the side of the reinforcing plate (400) facing the display module (500) is provided with a first anti-friction layer (710).

8. The electronic device of claim 2, wherein, The heat sink (300) includes a first part (340) and a second part (350). The area of ​​the top surface of the first part (340) is greater than the area of ​​the top surface of the second part (350). The first part (340) is opposite to the first frame (210), and the second part (350) is opposite to the second frame (220). The portion of the heat sink (300) facing the first support member (121) is fixedly connected to the first support member (121), and the portion of the heat sink (300) facing the second support member (131) is slidably engaged with the second support member (131).

9. The electronic device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The reinforcing plate (400) is located on the side of the heat sink (300) facing the second support member (131), and the side of the reinforcing plate (400) facing the second support member (131) is provided with a second friction-reducing layer (720).

10. The electronic device of claim 8, wherein, The second part (350) and the reinforcing piece (400) are fixedly connected.

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