ORGANIC, LIGHT-EMPLOYING COMPONENT AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING THE ORGANIC, LIGHT-EMPLOYING COMPONENT

Abstract

Organic light-emitting component (100, 300, 400, 500, 600), comprising: - an optically active region (120) with an optical property, wherein the optically active region (120) has an organic, light-emitting layer (106); - an optically inactive region (140) formed laterally next to the optically active region (120), wherein the optically inactive region (140) is free from the organic, light-emitting layer (106); - a transition region (130, 330, 430, 530) with at least one contiguous region, wherein the contiguous region comprises a part of the optically active region (120) and a part of the optically inactive region (140); wherein the component (100, 300, 400, 500, 600) is operable in at least one first operating mode and one second operating mode; - wherein the transition area (130, 330, 430, 530) has an optically opaque contrast structure (116, 316, 416, 516) in the at least one contiguous area; - wherein the contrast structure (116, 316, 416, 516) has a further optical property, wherein the further optical property is different from the optical property of the optically active area (120) regardless of the first operating mode and the second operating mode, - wherein the device comprises a thin-film encapsulation (110), a support (102) and several layers (104, 106, 108, 112), wherein the several layers (104, 106, 108, 112) are formed between the thin-film encapsulation (110) and the support (102) and are arranged in the optically active region (120) and partially in the optically inactive region (140), wherein one of the several layers (104, 106, 108, 112) is a first electrode (108), wherein the first electrode (108) is in physical contact with the thin-film encapsulation (110), wherein the contrast structure (116, 316, 416, 516) is arranged between the first electrode (108) and the remaining several layers (104, 106, 112), and wherein the counterstructure (116, 316, 416, 516) is formed from an electrically conductive material.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to an organic, light-emitting component and a method for producing the organic, light-emitting component.

[0002] Organic light-emitting devices (OLEDs) are increasingly used in general lighting and the automotive industry, for example as light sources, due to their low power consumption, high performance, and design possibilities. Automotive customers place great emphasis on the visual appeal and high-quality feel of the components used. For example, they value a virtually flawless appearance.

[0003] The publication DE 10 2013 106 992 A1 relates to an optoelectronic component and a method for manufacturing an optoelectronic component.

[0004] Publication DE 10 2015 101 688 A1 discloses an organic light-emitting diode device.

[0005] The publication DE 103 08 515 B4 describes a method for the production of organic light-emitting diodes and an organic light-emitting diode.

[0006] As in Fig. As illustrated in Figure 7, an organic light-emitting device typically comprises a support with a substrate 702 and an inorganic insulating layer 703, a first electrode 704 arranged on the support, an organic light-emitting layer 706 arranged on the first electrode 704 for emitting electromagnetic radiation, a second electrode 708 arranged on the organic light-emitting layer 706, a thin-film encapsulation 710 arranged on the second electrode 708, and metal contacts 714 for external electrical contacting of the organic light-emitting device. The metal contacts 714 are arranged in an optically inactive region 740 of the organic light-emitting device and are each isolated from one of the electrodes 704, 708 by means of an electrically insulating resist structure 712.In other words, a metal contact 714 is directly electrically connected to only one of the electrodes 704, 708 and is electrically isolated from the other electrode 704, 708 by means of the resist structure 712. The organic, light-emitting device can be configured as a top emitter and / or bottom emitter. In a bottom emitter, the electromagnetic radiation from the optically active region 720 is emitted through the support. In a top emitter, the electromagnetic radiation is emitted through the thin-film encapsulation 710 and not through the support.

[0007] In conventional bottom-emitter organic light-emitting devices, the appearance is determined by the metallization or electrode applied directly to the (transparent) substrate. Structures such as (tapered) geometric edges of the organic light-emitting layer, the geometric edge of the second electrode, etc., can thus be easily concealed. For reliability reasons, a top-emitter device concept is used in the flexible organic light-emitting devices currently under development.However, this entails disadvantages with regard to the optical appearance of the organic, light-emitting device 700, for example due to the edges or margins of the organic, light-emitting layer, the electrodes, the metal contacts, and the thin-film encapsulation arranged in a transition region 730, wherein the transition region, in plan view, has a portion of the layers of the optically active region 720 and a portion of the layers of the optically inactive region 740. The organic, light-emitting device 700 has at least five externally visible transitions between the different layer structures, as shown in [Figure 1]. Fig. Figure 7 illustrates this with the vertical lines. Furthermore, due to these transitions, it is not apparent to the consumer exactly where the light-emitting area is located within the organic, light-emitting component 700. This is relevant, for example, if the organic, light-emitting component is to be positioned centrally in a holder, for instance, to maximize the light-emitting area or to align it with other optical components.

[0008] The object of the invention is to provide an organic, light-emitting component that has an appearance in which the individual transitions between the layers of the layered structures forming the organic, light-emitting component are essentially invisible. Alternatively or additionally, a position marker for the boundaries of the light-emitting area is to be implemented.

[0009] Furthermore, a method for producing an organic, light-emitting component should be provided that has an appearance in which the individual transitions of the layers of the layer structures forming the organic, light-emitting component are essentially invisible.

[0010] In various embodiments, an organic, light-emitting device is provided. This device has an optically active region with an optical property and an optically inactive region located laterally adjacent to the optically active region. The optically active region contains an organic, light-emitting layer. The optically inactive region is free of the organic, light-emitting layer. Furthermore, the organic, light-emitting device includes, for example, a thin-film encapsulation, a substrate, and multiple layers. These multiple layers are located between the thin-film encapsulation and the substrate. Additionally, the multiple layers are arranged, for example, within the optically active region and partially within the optically inactive region.Furthermore, the organic, light-emitting device has a transition region with at least one contiguous area. This contiguous area comprises a portion of the optically active region and a portion of the optically inactive region. The transition region, for example, includes at least some of the multiple layers. The organic, light-emitting device is operable in at least one first operating mode and one second operating mode. The transition region has an optically opaque contrast structure within this contiguous area. This contrast structure exhibits an additional optical property, which differs from the optical property of the optically active region regardless of whether the first or second operating mode is present.The component comprises a thin-film encapsulation, a support, and several layers, wherein the several layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation and the support and are arranged in the optically active region and partially in the optically inactive region, wherein one of the several layers is an electrode, wherein the electrode is in physical contact with the thin-film encapsulation, wherein the contrast structure is arranged between the electrode and the other several layers, and wherein the contrast structure is formed from an electrically conductive material.

[0011] The contrasting structure of the organic, light-emitting component reduces or eliminates the visibility of the transitions between the various layers (structures) that comprise the component. This results in an improved appearance of the organic, light-emitting component, for example, a simpler-looking structure when viewed from above. Furthermore, the contrasting structure can act as a position marker, for example, for inserting the organic, light-emitting component into a holder. This allows for easy localization of the light-emitting surface of the organic, light-emitting component and its correct alignment within the holder.

[0012] In this description, the term "contrast structure" refers to a structure that has an optical property which gives an optical difference to the area in which the contrast structure is arranged compared to the areas that are free of contrast structure.

[0013] The term "optical property" with regard to the optically active area and the contrast structure is understood in this description as the transmission, absorption, emission, and / or reflection of electromagnetic radiation emitted by the organic, light-emitting component or of electromagnetic radiation external to the component that is incident on the organic, light-emitting component. The electromagnetic radiation includes, for example, ultraviolet radiation, visible light, or infrared radiation.

[0014] The contrast structure can contain a fluorescent or phosphorescent material, whereby the contrast in the optical property is generated by the emission of this material during the operating modes. In other words, the different optical property, for example, optical contrast, can only be realized under certain conditions, such as only when the contrast structure is irradiated with a specific electromagnetic radiation. The different optical properties can therefore only be observed under specific conditions during the operating modes.

[0015] For example, one of the operating modes is an OFF state (emission-free state) and the other operating mode is an ON state (light-emitting state).

[0016] In another embodiment, the counterstructure is formed on or above the multiple layers with respect to the carrier.

[0017] In yet another embodiment, the contrast structure is arranged on or above the thin-film encapsulation.

[0018] In yet another embodiment, the contrast structure is arranged between the multiple layers and the thin-film encapsulation.

[0019] In yet another embodiment, one of the several layers is an electrode, wherein the electrode is in physical contact with the thin-film encapsulation, and the contrast structure is arranged between the electrode and the other several layers.

[0020] In yet another embodiment, the multiple layers have a first electrode, a second electrode different from the first electrode, and an organic, light-emitting layer between the first electrode and the second electrode, wherein the contrast structure is physically arranged between the first electrode and the second electrode, so that an electric current flows from the first electrode through the organic, light-emitting layer to the second electrode and vice versa.

[0021] In yet another embodiment, the multiple layers comprise a first electrode, a second electrode different from the first electrode, and an organic, light-emitting layer between the first electrode and the second electrode, wherein the contrasting structure covers part of the first electrode and / or the second electrode.

[0022] In yet another embodiment, the contrasting structure is made of an electrically insulating material.

[0023] In yet another embodiment, the counterstructure is made of an electrically conductive material.

[0024] In yet another embodiment, the contrast structure comprises a light-absorbing material with a light absorption in a range of approximately 90% to approximately 100% of the visible light incident on the contrast structure.

[0025] In this description, the term "light-absorbing" with respect to the contrast structure refers to a property of the contrast structure that can reduce the intensity of light relative to the incident light. The incident light is the light that falls on the contrast structure and is transmitted, absorbed, or reflected by it (for example, Mie scattering).

[0026] In yet another embodiment, the optically active area and the optically inactive area are designed such that the transition area is frame-shaped.

[0027] For example, the transition zone visually encloses the optically active area. The frame can be a closed line, such as a circle, a square, a polygon, or a polyline. Furthermore, the contrast structure can be frame-shaped and surround the optically active area. The frame can be a closed line or be implemented as several individual sections along a line, for example, as a dashed line.

[0028] This allows for a simple approximation of a geometric center of the optically active area of ​​the organic, light-emitting component, since the transition area can serve as a reference point.

[0029] In yet another embodiment, the contrast structure extends laterally essentially completely into the transition area. In other words, the contrast structure is formed across the entire width of the transition area.

[0030] In yet another embodiment, the organic, light-emitting component is designed to be flexible.

[0031] The term "flexible" with regard to the organic, light-emitting component is used in this description to mean that the organic, light-emitting component exhibits elastic behavior. For example, the organic, light-emitting component can be deformed in a non-permanent or reversible manner. The flexible organic, light-emitting component can also be described as bendable, pliable, elastic, movable, and / or articulated.

[0032] This allows the organic, light-emitting component to be used in a variety of different mountings, which are commonly used, for example, in the automotive sector.

[0033] In another aspect, a method for fabricating an organic, light-emitting device is provided. The method involves forming an optically active region with an optical property and an optically inactive region located laterally adjacent to the optically active region. The optically active region is formed with an organic, light-emitting layer. The optically inactive region is formed without the organic, light-emitting layer. Furthermore, the method includes, for example, the formation of a thin-film encapsulation, a support, and multiple layers. These multiple layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation and the support and are located in the optically active region and partially in the optically inactive region. The method also includes the formation of a transition region with at least one contiguous area.The at least one contiguous region comprises a portion of the optically active region and a portion of the optically inactive region. The transition region, for example, exhibits at least some of the multiple layers. The organic, light-emitting device is operable in at least one first operating mode and one second operating mode. The transition region has an optically opaque contrast structure within the at least one contiguous region. This contrast structure possesses a further optical property, which differs from the optical property of the optically active region regardless of the operating mode of the device.The component comprises a thin-film encapsulation, a support, and several layers, wherein the several layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation and the support and are arranged in the optically active region and partially in the optically inactive region, wherein one of the several layers is an electrode, wherein the electrode is in physical contact with the thin-film encapsulation, wherein the contrast structure is arranged between the electrode and the other several layers, and wherein the contrast structure is formed from an electrically conductive material.

[0034] Exemplary embodiments and examples of the invention are shown in the figures and are explained in more detail below.

[0035] They show: Fig. 1 A schematic cross-sectional view of an organic, light-emitting component according to various embodiments; Fig. 2 a schematic cross-sectional view of an organic, light-emitting component according to various embodiments; Fig. 3 a schematic cross-sectional view of an organic, light-emitting component according to various embodiments; Fig. 4 a schematic cross-sectional view of an organic, light-emitting component according to various embodiments; Fig. 5 a schematic cross-sectional view of an organic, light-emitting component according to various embodiments; Fig. 6. A flowchart of a process for manufacturing an organic, light-emitting component according to various embodiments; and Fig. 7 A schematic cross-sectional view of a conventional, organic, light-emitting component.

[0036] The following detailed description refers to the accompanying drawings, which form part of this description and in which specific embodiments are shown for illustration purposes, illustrating how the invention can be implemented. Since components of embodiments can be positioned in a number of different orientations, the directional terminology serves only for illustration and is in no way restrictive. It is understood that the features of the various embodiments and examples described herein can be combined with one another unless specifically stated otherwise. In the figures, identical or similar elements are provided with identical reference numerals where appropriate.

[0037] Within the scope of this description, the terms "connected," "attached," and "coupled" are used to describe both direct and indirect connections, direct or indirect links, and direct or indirect couplings. In the figures, identical or similar elements are labeled with identical reference symbols where appropriate.

[0038] An organic light-emitting device can, in various embodiments and examples, be an organic electromagnetic radiation-emitting semiconductor device and / or be configured as an organic electromagnetic radiation-emitting diode and / or as an organic electromagnetic radiation-emitting transistor. The radiation can be, for example, visible light, ultraviolet light, and / or infrared light. In this context, the organic electromagnetic radiation-emitting device can, for example, be configured as an organic light-emitting diode (OLED) or as an organic light-emitting transistor. The organic light-emitting device can, in various embodiments and examples, be part of an integrated circuit.Furthermore, a plurality of organic, light-emitting components can be provided, for example housed in a common casing.

[0039] An optically active region of an organic, light-emitting device, according to various embodiments and examples, is understood to be the region of the organic, light-emitting device in which an electric current flows for the operation of the organic, light-emitting device and in which at least one electromagnetic radiation is generated. The optically active region comprises a layer system with a first and second electrode and an organic, light-emitting layer arranged between the electrodes. The optically active region may include areas of the organic, light-emitting device that incorporate the electrical busbars.

[0040] According to various embodiments and examples, an optically inactive region is understood to be the area of ​​the organic, light-emitting component that contains the electrical contact areas, also referred to as contact pads or metal contacts, for the external electrical supply of the organic, light-emitting component. The areas of the organic, light-emitting component that contain the electrical busbars, also referred to as busbars, are not considered part of the optically inactive region in this sense. According to various embodiments and examples, the optically inactive region does not overlap with the optically active region.

[0041] A transition region, as defined in various embodiments and examples, is the area of ​​the organic, light-emitting component in which the lateral transitions between the layers forming the organic, light-emitting component are located. In plan view, the transition region comprises a portion of the optically active area and a portion of the optically inactive area. For example, the outer boundaries of the transition region are the outermost layer transitions between the layers forming the organic, light-emitting component.

[0042] Fig. Figure 1 shows a schematic cross-sectional view of an organic, light-emitting component according to various examples.

[0043] The organic, light-emitting device 100 has an optically active region 120 with an optical property and an optically inactive region 140, which is formed laterally adjacent to the optically active region 120. The optical property is, for example, the transmission, absorption, emission, polarization, refractive index, and / or reflectivity of electromagnetic radiation. The electromagnetic radiation can be light emitted by the organic, light-emitting device 100 or light incident on the organic, light-emitting device 100. The optically active region 120 has an organic, light-emitting layer. The optically inactive region 140 is free of the organic, light-emitting layer. The organic, light-emitting device 100 also has a transition region 130 with at least one continuous area.The at least one contiguous region comprises a portion of the layers or structures of the optically active region 120 and a portion of the layers or structures of the optically inactive region 140. In the transition region, the portion of the optically active region 120 and the portion of the optically inactive region 140 exhibit geometric boundaries or edges of the layers forming the organic, light-emitting component.

[0044] The organic, light-emitting component 100 further comprises a thin-film encapsulation 110, a support 102, and several overlapping layers 103, 104, 106, 108, 112. The multiple layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation 110 and the support 102. Furthermore, the multiple layers are arranged in the optically active region 120 and partially in the optically inactive region 140.

[0045] For example, the multiple layers are an inorganic insulating layer 103 arranged on the substrate, a first electrode 104, a second electrode 108 different from the first electrode, and an organic, light-emitting layer 106 between the first electrode 104 and the second electrode 108.

[0046] The term "support" is used here to mean a support structure that mechanically supports and holds together the organic, light-emitting component. The organic, light-emitting component 100 is deposited layer by layer on the support 102, i.e., formed in a sequence of layers.

[0047] The term "thin-film encapsulation layer" is used here to mean a covering structure that is arranged on or over the deposited, current-carrying layers of the organic, light-emitting device to protect it from external contaminants and electrical short circuits. A substrate on which the organic, light-emitting device has been deposited is not considered a thin-film encapsulation layer in this sense.

[0048] The transition region 130 has at least partially the multiple layers 103, 104, 106, 108, 112. For example, the transition region 130 has a region in which one or more of the geometric boundaries or edges of the first electrode 104, the organic, light-emitting layer 106, the second electrode, and the metal contacts are arranged. The multiple layers overlap, and the geometric boundary or edge of one layer of the multiple layers may be offset from the geometric boundary or edge of another layer of the multiple layers.

[0049] The organic light-emitting device 100 is configured to operate in at least one first operating mode and one second operating mode. For the purposes of this description, the term "operating mode" with respect to the organic light-emitting device refers to a mode in which the organic light-emitting device emits light, as well as when the organic light-emitting device is optically inactive. In the operating modes in which light is emitted by the organic light-emitting device, the light may have different intensities and / or colors. A light-emitting device is in only one operating mode at any given time; that is, it is not simultaneously in two or more operating modes.The optical properties of the optically active area can change depending on the operating mode. Multiple operating modes can have overlapping properties; for example, two operating modes can emit light with essentially the same luminance, but with different color coordinates.

[0050] The transition region 130 has an optically opaque contrast structure 116 in at least one contiguous area. The term "optically opaque" with respect to the contrast structure means that the contrast structure is opaque or non-transparent, for example, for certain wavelength ranges of light, such as visible light.

[0051] In this description, the term "contrast structure" refers to a structure that has an optical property which gives an optical difference to the area in which the contrast structure is arranged compared to the areas that are free of contrast structure.

[0052] In other words, the contrast structure 116 has an additional optical property (besides the optical property of the optically active area), wherein the additional optical property differs from the optical property of the optically active area 120 regardless of the at least one first operating mode and the second operating mode. Alternatively or additionally, the optical property of the contrast structure 116 remains unchanged, regardless of the operating mode of the organic, light-emitting component 100.

[0053] Furthermore, the optically inactive area has an optical size, and the other optical property of the contrast structure can differ from the optical property of the optically inactive area, regardless of the at least one first operating mode and the second operating mode.

[0054] The optical properties of the contrastructure, the optically active region and the optically inactive region relate to each other to the same optical quantity, for example, absorption.

[0055] The value or magnitude of the optical quantity underlying the optical properties of the contrastructure and the optically active region differs by at least 20%. For example, (in top view) the contrastructure exhibits an absorption that is 20% greater than the absorption of the optically active region.

[0056] The contrast structure 116 of the organic, light-emitting component 100 reduces or eliminates the visibility of the transitions between the various layers (structures) that make up the organic, light-emitting component. This results in an improved appearance of the organic, light-emitting component, for example, a simpler-looking structure when viewed from above. Furthermore, the contrast structure 116 of the organic, light-emitting component 100 can act as a position marker, for example, for inserting the organic, light-emitting component 100 into a holder. This makes it easy to locate the light-emitting surface of the organic, light-emitting component 100 and align it accordingly within the holder.

[0057] In various examples, the counterstructure 116 is formed on or above the several layers 103, 104, 106, 108, 112 with respect to the support 102. For example, as in Fig. As shown in Figure 1, the contrast structure 116 is arranged on or above the thin-film encapsulation 110. The contrast structure 116 lies freely on the outer surface of the thin-film encapsulation 110. The outer surface is perpendicular to the direction of light emission and represents the main surface of the organic light-emitting device 100 from which the electromagnetic radiation is emitted. The contrast structure 116 is designed and arranged such that, from a top view of the organic light-emitting device 100, one or more of the geometric margins or edges of the first electrodes 104, the organic functional layer 106, the second electrode 108, the resist structure 112, the metal contacts 114, and the thin-film encapsulation 110 are covered by the contrast structure.

[0058] In one embodiment, the counterstructure 116 is designed to be mirror-like or highly reflective (reflection greater than 90%) for visible light. This makes the transition (in plan view) between the exposed contrast structure 116 and the exposed metal contacts 114, for example, less visible or essentially invisible.

[0059] As in Fig. As illustrated in Figure 1, the organic, light-emitting component 100 thus exhibits two (visible in plan view) transitions between the different structures in cross-section. In comparison, a conventional organic, light-emitting component 700 exhibits five transitions, as shown in Figure 1. Fig. Figure 7 illustrates this.

[0060] In various embodiments, the contrast structure 116 is formed from an electrically conductive material. For example, the contrast structure 116 is formed from a metal or a metal alloy. Examples of metals include magnesium, aluminum, molybdenum, nickel, chromium, palladium, vanadium, titanium, gold, silver, indium, or mixtures thereof, wherein the metal oxide can be a corresponding metal oxide of these metals. For example, the contrast structure 116 made from a metal or metal alloy has a surface that is substantially diffusely scattering. For example, the surface of the contrast structure 116 made from metal or metal oxide can be non-reflective. Alternatively, the contrast structure 116 can be formed from an electrically insulating material.Examples of electrically insulating materials include polyimide, silicone, epoxy, acrylate, polyurethane or a copolymer of the aforementioned polymers, a carbide ceramic such as SiC, a metal oxide, a metal oxynitride, a metal nitride.

[0061] In various embodiments, the contrast structure can comprise a light-absorbing material with a light absorption in the range of approximately 90% to approximately 100% of the visible light incident on the contrast structure 116. The light-absorbing material is, for example, a carbon compound or consists largely of a carbon compound, such as a graphite-filled polymer. This enables a contrast structure 116 to have a dark or black appearance, or to be black. For example, the carbon compound comprises or is formed from graphene, graphite, carbon nanotubes, or fullerenes, or mixtures thereof. For example, the light-absorbing material is essentially graphite.The light-absorbing material may contain traces of other materials that are present in the light-absorbing material due to impurities in the starting materials during the formation of the contrast structure 116.

[0062] In various embodiments, the optically active region 120 and the optically inactive region 140 are configured such that the transition region 130 is frame-shaped. The metal contacts 114 can clearly define the essential dimension of the optically inactive region. In other words, the optically inactive region can be defined such that the metal contacts delimit it. The planar dimension of the organic, light-emitting layer 106 can also clearly define the essential dimension of the optically active region. In other words, the optically active region can be defined by the planar dimension of the organic, light-emitting layer 106. The contrast structure 116 can have different contrast structure segments (not shown). In one embodiment, the contrast structure 116 extends laterally essentially completely into the transition region 130.In other words, the transition zone consists of the contrasting structure 116.

[0063] Fig. Figure 2 illustrates a schematic cross-sectional view of an organic, light-emitting component according to various embodiments.

[0064] The following describes various modifications and configurations of the organic, light-emitting component, whereby the fundamental characteristics and functions of the organic, light-emitting component described above can be applied analogously to one of the examples and embodiments described above. Furthermore, the characteristics and functions described below can be applied analogously to the component described in the Fig. 1. The organic, light-emitting component described in the above can be transferred or combined with the one described in the above. Fig. 1 described organic, light-emitting component can be combined.

[0065] In various embodiments and examples, the organic, light-emitting component 1 is designed to be flexible. This allows the organic, light-emitting component 1 to be used in a variety of different mountings, which are commonly used, for example, in the automotive sector.

[0066] The organic, light-emitting component 1 has a support 12. The support 12 can be translucent or transparent. The support 12 serves as a substrate for electronic elements or layers, for example, light-emitting elements. The support 12 can, for example, be made of or comprise a plastic, metal such as copper, aluminum / magnesium, glass, quartz, and / or a semiconductor material. Furthermore, the support 12 can be made of or comprise a plastic film or a laminate with one or more plastic films. The support can be combined in various embodiments and examples with the material described in the Fig. 1 described carrier 102 agree.

[0067] An organic, light-emitting layer structure is formed on the support 12. The organic, light-emitting layer structure has a first electrode layer 14, which has a first contact section 18 and a first electrode 20. A first electrode 20 can be formed between the support 12 and the first electrode layer 14. Fig. 2. A barrier layer not shown or an inorganic insulating layer, for example a first barrier thin film, may be formed. The barrier layer can be formed in various embodiments and examples with the one described in the Fig. 1 described, inorganic insulating layer 103 agree.

[0068] The first electrode 20 is electrically isolated from a second contact section 16 by means of an electrical insulation barrier 21. The electrical insulation barrier can be compared with the one in the Fig. The first contact section 18 is electrically coupled to the first electrode 20. The first electrode 20 can be configured as an anode or as a cathode. The first electrode 20 can be translucent or transparent. In various embodiments and examples, the first electrode 20 can be configured as the resist structure 112 described in the Fig. 1 described electrode 104 agree.

[0069] The first electrode 20 can comprise an electrically conductive material, for example, a metal such as silver / magnesium and / or a transparent conductive oxide (TCO), or a stack of multiple layers comprising metals or TCOs. The first electrode 20 can, for example, comprise a stack of layers combining a layer of a metal on a layer of a TCO, or vice versa. An example is a silver layer deposited on an indium tin oxide (ITO) layer (Ag on ITO) or ITO-Ag-ITO multilayers. Alternatively or additionally to the aforementioned materials, the first electrode 20 can comprise: networks of metallic nanowires and particles, for example, made of Ag; networks of carbon nanotubes; graphene particles and layers; and / or networks of semiconducting nanowires.

[0070] Above the first electrode 20, an organic, light-emitting layer structure 22 (also referred to as organic) is formed. The organic, light-emitting layer structure 22 can, for example, have one, two, or more sublayers. For instance, the organic, light-emitting layer structure 22 can have a hole injection layer, a hole transport layer, an emitter layer, an electron transport layer, and / or an electron injection layer. The hole injection layer serves to reduce the band gap between the first electrode and the hole transport layer. In the hole transport layer, the hole conductivity is greater than the electron conductivity. The hole transport layer serves to transport the holes. In the electron transport layer, the electron conductivity is greater than the hole conductivity. The electron transport layer serves to transport the electrons.The electron injection layer serves to reduce the band gap between the second electrode and the electron transport layer. Furthermore, the organic, light-emitting layer structure 22 can comprise one, two, or more light-emitting layer structure units, each of which has the aforementioned sublayers and / or further intermediate layers. In various embodiments and examples, the organic, light-emitting layer structure 22 corresponds to that described in the [reference]. Fig. 1 described, organic, light-emitting layer 106 agree.

[0071] Above the organic, light-emitting layer structure 22, the second electrode 23 is formed, which is electrically coupled to the second contact section 18. The second electrode 23 can be configured according to one of the embodiments of the first electrode 20 described above. Alternatively, the first electrode 20 and the second electrode 23 can be configured differently in the organic, light-emitting component 1. The first electrode 20 serves, for example, as the anode or cathode of the organic, light-emitting layer. Correspondingly to the first electrode, the second electrode 23 serves as the cathode or anode of the organic, light-emitting layer structure. The second electrode 23 can be connected to the one described in the Fig. 1 described second electrode 108 agree.

[0072] The organic, light-emitting layer structure is an electrically and / or optically active region. The active region is, for example, the area of ​​the organic, light-emitting device 1 in which electric current flows to operate the organic, light-emitting device 1 and / or in which electromagnetic radiation is generated. A getter structure (not shown) can be arranged on or above the active region. The getter layer can be translucent, transparent, or opaque. The getter layer can comprise or be composed of a material that absorbs and binds substances that are harmful to the active region.

[0073] The contact area comprises components of the organic light-emitting device 1 that are intended for external electrical contacting of the organic light-emitting device 1. For example, the contact area comprises the first contact section 16, the second contact section 18, and parts of the organic light-emitting device 1 that are arranged on and / or above or below the first contact section 16 and the second contact section 18. For example, the contact area comprises a part of the holder structure 12, the adhesive layer 36, the encapsulation layer 24, and the cover body 38.

[0074] An encapsulation layer 24 of the organic, light-emitting layer structure is formed over the second electrode 23 and partially over the first contact section 16 and partially over the second contact section 18. This encapsulation layer 24 encapsulates the organic, light-emitting layer structure. The encapsulation layer 24 can be configured as a second barrier layer, for example, as a second barrier thin film. The encapsulation layer 24 can also be referred to as thin-film encapsulation. The encapsulation layer 24 forms a barrier against chemical impurities and atmospheric substances, particularly water (moisture) and oxygen. The encapsulation layer 24 can be configured as a single layer, a stack of layers, or a layered structure.The encapsulation layer 24 can comprise or be formed from: aluminum oxide, zinc oxide, zirconium oxide, titanium oxide, hafnium oxide, tantalum oxide, lanthanum oxide, silicon oxide, silicon nitride, silicon oxynitride, indium tin oxide, indium zinc oxide, aluminum-doped zinc oxide, poly(p-phenylene terephthalamide), nylon 66, as well as mixtures and alloys thereof. Optionally, the first barrier layer on the support 12 can be configured corresponding to an embodiment of the encapsulation layer 24. The encapsulation layer 24 can be combined with the one described in the... Fig. 1. Thin film encapsulation 110 described above must match or be contained within it.

[0075] An adhesive layer 36 can be formed above the encapsulation layer 24. The adhesive layer 36 may contain, for example, an adhesive such as a laminating adhesive, a lacquer, and / or a resin. The adhesive layer 36 may also contain particles that scatter electromagnetic radiation, such as light-scattering particles.

[0076] A cover body 38 is formed above the adhesive layer 36. The adhesive layer 36 serves to attach the cover body 38 to the encapsulation layer 24. The cover body 38 comprises, for example, plastic, glass, and / or metal. For example, the cover body 38 can be made primarily of glass and have a thin metal layer, such as a metal foil, and / or a graphite layer, such as a graphite laminate, on the glass body. The cover body 38 serves to protect the organic, light-emitting component 20, for example, from external mechanical forces. Furthermore, the cover body 38 can serve to distribute and / or dissipate heat generated in the organic, light-emitting component 20.For example, the glass of the cover body 38 can serve as protection against external influences, and the metal layer of the cover body 38 can serve to distribute and / or dissipate the heat generated during the operation of the organic, light-emitting component 20. In various embodiments and examples, the encapsulation layer 24, the cover body 38, and the adhesive layer 36 can be combined with the material described in the... Fig. 1 described thin-film encapsulation 110 agree.

[0077] Fig. Figure 3 illustrates a schematic cross-sectional view of an organic, light-emitting component according to various examples.

[0078] The following describes various modifications and configurations of the organic, light-emitting component, whereby the fundamental features and functions of the organic, light-emitting component described above can be applied analogously according to one of the embodiments and examples described above. Furthermore, the features and functions described below can be applied analogously to the component described in the Fig. 1, Fig. 2 described organic, light-emitting components are transferred or with the one in the Fig. 1, Fig. The 2 described organic, light-emitting components can be combined.

[0079] As in Fig. As illustrated in Figure 3, the organic, light-emitting component 300 is similar to the one in the Fig. 1 described, organic, light-emitting component 100 is constructed, except that the contrast structure 316 is arranged in a different position than the one in Fig. 1 described contrast structure 116.

[0080] In various embodiments, the contrast structure 316 is arranged between the multiple layers 103, 104, 106, 108, 112 and the thin-film encapsulation 110 in the transition region 330b. The transition region 330a is free of the contrast structure 316. For example, the contrast structure 316 is arranged between the second electrode 108 and the thin-film encapsulation 110. The contrast structure 316 covers part of the second electrode 108, the organic light-emitting layer 106, the first electrode 104, the metal contact 114b, and the entire resist structure 112. Specifically, a geometric boundary of the second electrode 108, the organic light-emitting layer 106, the first electrode 104, the metal contact 114b, and the geometric boundaries of the resist structure 112 is covered by the contrast structure 316. The contrast structure can extend to the edge of the thin-film encapsulation 110.A planarization layer (not shown) can be formed between the second electrode 108 and the thin-film encapsulation 110, for example in the remaining portion of the transition region 330a that does not have the contrast structure 316, and in the optically active region 120 and / or in the optically inactive region 140. As shown in . Fig. As shown in Figure 3, viewed from a top view, the organic, light-emitting component 300 has two visible transitions between the different layer structures in the transition area 330b with the contrast structure 316, whereas the transition area 330a without contrast structure has five visible transitions.

[0081] Fig. 4A, Fig. Figure 4B illustrates a schematic cross-sectional view of an organic, light-emitting component according to various embodiments.

[0082] The following describes various modifications and configurations of the organic, light-emitting component, whereby the fundamental features and functions of the organic, light-emitting component described above can be applied analogously according to one of the embodiments and examples described above. Furthermore, the features and functions described below can be applied analogously to the component described in the Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3 described organic, light-emitting components are transferred or with the one in the Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. The 3 described organic, light-emitting components can be combined.

[0083] As in Fig. As illustrated in 4A, B, the organic, light-emitting component 300 is similar to the one shown in the Fig. 1, Fig. 3 described, organic, light-emitting component 100 formed, except that the contrast structure 416 is arranged in a different position than that described in the Fig. 1, Fig. 3 described contrast structure 116, 316.

[0084] In various embodiments, the contrast structure 416 is arranged between the second electrode 108 and the other, multiple layers 104, 106, 112 in the transition region 430b (see Fig. 4A, Fig. 4B). For example, the contrast structure 416 covers part of the first electrode 104 and / or the second electrode 108. In Fig. 4A is the transition region 430a free of contrast structure 416. For example, the contrast structure 416 is arranged between, on the one hand, the second electrode 108 and, on the other hand, the resist structure 112, the organic, light-emitting layer 106, and the metal contact 114b, and is in physical contact with them. The contact structure 416A can extend laterally to the edge of the thin-film encapsulation 110 (see Fig. 4A). The contrast structure 416 covers one of the geometric edges of the metal contact 114b, the organic light-emitting layer 106, and the edges of the resist structure 112. As shown in Fig. As shown in Figure 4A, viewed from a top view, the organic, light-emitting component 400 in the transition area 430b with the contrast structure 416A has three visible transitions between the different layer structures, whereas the transition area 430a without contrast structure has five visible transitions.

[0085] Alternatively, the contact structure 416B can extend laterally to the edges of the resist structure 112 (see Fig. 4B). In other words, the dimension of the contrast structure 416B is smaller than the dimension of the transition region 430. The contrast structure 416B covers one of the geometric edges of the metal contact 114b, the organic light-emitting layer 106, and the edges of the resist structure 112. As shown in Fig. As shown in Figure 4B, viewed from a top view, the organic light-emitting component 400 has four visible transitions between the different layer structures in the transition area 430, whereas the conventional organic light-emitting component 700 has five visible transitions.

[0086] Fig. Figure 5 illustrates a schematic cross-sectional view of an organic, light-emitting component according to various embodiments.

[0087] The following describes various modifications and configurations of the organic, light-emitting component, whereby the fundamental features and functions of the organic, light-emitting component described above can be applied analogously according to one of the embodiments and examples described above. Furthermore, the features and functions described below can be applied analogously to the component described in the Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3, Fig. 4A and Fig. The organic, light-emitting component described in 4B can be transferred or combined with the one described in the Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3, Fig. 4A and Fig. The organic, light-emitting component described in 4B can be combined.

[0088] As in Fig. As illustrated in Figure 5, the organic, light-emitting component 500 is similar to the one in the Fig. 1, Fig. 3, Fig. 4A and Fig. The organic, light-emitting component 100 described in 4B is constructed, except that the contrast structure 516 is arranged in a different position than that described in the Fig. 1, Fig. 3, Fig. 4A and Fig. 4B described contrast structure 116, 316, 416.

[0089] As in Fig. As illustrated in Figure 5, the contrast structure 516 is physically arranged between the first electrode 104 and the second electrode 108 in various embodiments, such that an electric current flows from the first electrode 104 through the organic, light-emitting layer 106 to the second electrode 108 and vice versa. The contrast structure 516 is made of an electrically insulating material. In other words, the contrast structure can be designed as an electrically insulating resist structure, for example, according to a resist structure 112 described above.

[0090] Fig. Figure 6 shows a flowchart for a method for manufacturing an organic, light-emitting component according to various embodiments. The method 600 can be adapted according to the embodiments and examples described in the Fig. 1, Fig. 3, Fig. 4, Fig. The 5 described organic, light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500 will be carried out.

[0091] In various embodiments, the method 600 for producing an organic, light-emitting component includes the formation 602 of an optically active region with an optical property. The optically active region is formed with an organic, light-emitting layer. The method 600 further includes the formation 604 of an optically inactive region, which is formed laterally adjacent to the optically active region. The optically inactive region is formed free of the organic, light-emitting layer. Furthermore, the method 600 includes the formation 606 of a transition region with at least one contiguous area. The at least one contiguous area comprises a portion of the optically active region 120 and a portion of the optically inactive region 140. The transition region comprises at least some of the multiple layers.The component can be operated in at least one first operating mode and one second operating mode. The transition region is designed such that it has an optically opaque contrast structure in the at least one contiguous area. This contrast structure exhibits a further optical property, which differs from the optical property of the optically active area, regardless of the operating mode of the component.

[0092] Method 600 can involve the formation of a thin-film encapsulation, a support, and multiple layers. The multiple layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation and the support and are arranged in the optically active region and partially in the optically inactive region.

[0093] According to a first embodiment, an organic light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 has - an optically active region 120 with an optical property, wherein the optically active region 120 has an organic, light-emitting layer; - an optically inactive region 140, which is formed laterally next to the optically active region 120, wherein the optically inactive region (140) is free from the organic, light-emitting layer; - a transition region 130, 330, 430, 530 with at least one contiguous region, wherein the contiguous region comprises a part of the optically active region 120 and a part of the optically inactive region 140, wherein the component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 can be operated in at least one first operating mode and one second operating mode, wherein the transition area 130, 330, 430, 530 has an optically opaque contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 in at least one contiguous area, wherein the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 has a further optical property, wherein the further optical The property differs from the optical property of the optically active area 120, regardless of the first operating mode and the second operating mode.

[0094] According to a second embodiment, the organic light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 according to the first embodiment can be designed such that the component has a thin-film encapsulation 110, a support 102, 103 and several layers 104, 106, 108, 112, wherein the several layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation 110 and the support 102, 103 and are arranged in the optically active region 120 and partially in the optically inactive region 140, wherein the counterstructure 116 with respect to the support 102 is formed on or over the several layers 103, 104, 106, 108, 112.

[0095] According to an example, the organic light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 according to the 1st or 2nd embodiment can be designed such that the component has a thin-film encapsulation 110, a support 102, 103 and several layers 104, 106, 108, 112, wherein the several layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation 110 and the support 102, 103 and are arranged in the optically active region 120 and partially in the optically inactive region 140, wherein the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 is arranged on or above the thin-film encapsulation 110.

[0096] According to a fourth embodiment, the organic light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 according to the first or second embodiment can be designed such that the component has a thin-film encapsulation 110, a support 102, 103 and several layers 104, 106, 108, 112, wherein the several layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation 110 and the support 102, 103 and are arranged in the optically active region 120 and partially in the optically inactive region 140, wherein the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 is arranged between the several layers 104, 106, 108, 112 and the thin-film encapsulation 110.

[0097] According to a fifth embodiment, the organic light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 according to the first or second embodiment can be configured such that the component has a thin-film encapsulation 110, a support 102, 103, and several layers 104, 106, 108, 112, wherein the several layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation 110 and the support 102, 103 and are arranged in the optically active region 120 and partially in the optically inactive region 140, wherein one of the several layers 104, 106, 108, 112 is an electrode 108, wherein the electrode is in physical contact with the thin-film encapsulation 110, and wherein the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 is located between the electrode. 108 and the remaining several layers 104, 106, 112.

[0098] According to a 6th embodiment, the organic light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 can be designed according to the 1st or 2nd embodiment.In an exemplary embodiment, the component is configured such that it comprises a thin-film encapsulation 110, a support 102, 103, and several layers 104, 106, 108, 112, wherein the several layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation 110 and the support 102, 103 and are arranged in the optically active region 120 and partially in the optically inactive region 140, wherein the several layers 104, 106, 108, 112 comprise a first electrode 104, a second electrode 108 distinct from the first, and an organic, light-emitting layer 106 between the first electrode 104 and the second electrode 108, wherein the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 is physically arranged between the first electrode 104 and the second electrode 108, such that an electric current is drawn from the From the first electrode 104, the light-emitting layer 106 passes through the organic, light-emitting layer to the second electrode 108 and vice versa.

[0099] According to a 7th embodiment, the organic light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 according to one of the 1st to 6th embodiments can be configured such that the component has a thin-film encapsulation 110, a support 102, 103 and several layers 104, 106, 108, 112, wherein the several layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation 110 and the support 102, 103 and are arranged in the optically active region 120 and partially in the optically inactive region 140, wherein the several layers have a first electrode 104, a second electrode 108 different from the first electrode and an organic, light-emitting layer 106 between the first electrode 104 and the second electrode 108, wherein the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 covered part of the first electrode 104 and / or the second electrode 108.

[0100] According to an 8th embodiment, the organic light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 according to the 1st to 7th embodiments can be designed such that the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 is made of an electrically insulating material.

[0101] According to a 9th embodiment, the organic light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 according to the 1st to 5th or 7th embodiments can be designed such that the counterstructure 116, 316, 416, 516 is made of an electrically conductive material.

[0102] According to a 10th embodiment, the organic light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 according to the 1st to 9th embodiments can be designed such that the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 has a light-absorbing material with a light absorption in a range of approximately 90% to approximately 100% of the visible light incident on the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516.

[0103] According to an 11th embodiment, the organic light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 can be designed according to one of the 1st to 10th embodiments in such a way that the optically active area 120 and the optically inactive area 140 are designed such that the transition area 130, 330, 430, 530 is frame-shaped.

[0104] According to a 12th embodiment, the organic light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 according to one of the 1st to 11th embodiments can be designed such that the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 extends laterally essentially completely into the transition area 130, 330, 430, 530.

[0105] According to a 13th embodiment, the organic light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 can be designed according to one of the 1st to 12th embodiments in such a way that the organic light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 is flexible.

[0106] According to a 14th embodiment, a method 600 for producing an organic, light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 can comprise: - Forming 602 an optically active region 120 with an optical property, wherein the optically active region is formed with an organic, light-emitting layer; - Forming 604 an optically inactive region 140, which is formed laterally next to the optically active region 120, wherein the optically inactive region is formed free from the organic, light-emitting layer; - Forming 606 a transition region 130, 330, 430, 530 with at least one contiguous region, wherein the at least one contiguous region has a part of the optically active region 120 and a part of the optically inactive region 140, wherein the component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 can be operated in at least one first operating mode and one second operating mode, wherein the transition area 130, 330, 430, 530 has an optically opaque contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 in the at least one contiguous area, wherein the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 has a further optical property, wherein the further optical property is different from the optical property of the optically active area 120, regardless of the operating mode of the component.

[0107] According to a 15th embodiment, the method 600 according to the 14th embodiment can be designed such that the component has a thin-film encapsulation 110, a support 102, 103 and several layers 104, 106, 108, 112, wherein the several layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation 110 and the support 102, 103 and are arranged in the optically active region 120 and partially in the optically inactive region 140, wherein the counterstructure with respect to the support 102 is formed on or over the several layers 103, 104, 106, 108, 112.

[0108] According to a 16th embodiment, the method 600 according to the 14th or 15th embodiment can be designed such that the component has a thin-film encapsulation 110, a support 102, 103 and several layers 104, 106, 108, 112, wherein the several layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation 110 and the support 102, 103 and are arranged in the optically active region 120 and partially in the optically inactive region 140, wherein the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 is arranged on or above the thin-film encapsulation 110.

[0109] According to a 17th embodiment, the method 600 according to the 14th or 15th embodiment can be designed such that the component has a thin-film encapsulation 110, a support 102, 103 and several layers 104, 106, 108, 112, wherein the several layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation 110 and the support 102, 103 and are arranged in the optically active region 120 and partially in the optically inactive region 140, wherein the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 is arranged between the several layers 104, 106, 108, 112 and the thin-film encapsulation 110.

[0110] According to an 18th embodiment, the method 600 according to the 14th or 15th embodiment can be configured such that the component comprises a thin-film encapsulation 110, a support 102, 103 and several layers 104, 106, 108, 112, wherein the several layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation 110 and the support 102, 103 and are arranged in the optically active region 120 and partially in the optically inactive region 140, wherein one of the several layers 104, 106, 108, 112 is an electrode 108, wherein the electrode is in physical contact with the thin-film encapsulation 110, and wherein the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 is located between the electrode 108 and the other several layers 104, 106, 112 is arranged.

[0111] According to an 18th embodiment, the method 600 can be carried out according to the 14th or 15th embodiment.In an exemplary embodiment, the component is configured such that it comprises a thin-film encapsulation 110, a support 102, 103, and several layers 104, 106, 108, 112, wherein the several layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation 110 and the support 102, 103 and are arranged in the optically active region 120 and partially in the optically inactive region 140, wherein the several layers 104, 106, 108, 112 comprise a first electrode 104, a second electrode 108 distinct from the first, and an organic, light-emitting layer 106 between the first electrode 104 and the second electrode 108, wherein the contrast structure 116 is physically arranged between the first electrode 104 and the second electrode 108, such that an electric current flows from the first electrode 104 through the organic, light-emitting layer 106. Layer 106 flows to the second electrode 108 and vice versa.

[0112] According to a 19th embodiment, the method 600 according to one of the 14th to 18th embodiments can be configured such that the component comprises a thin-film encapsulation 110, a support 102, 103 and several layers 104, 106, 108, 112, wherein the several layers are formed between the thin-film encapsulation 110 and the support 102, 103 and are arranged in the optically active region 120 and partially in the optically inactive region 140, wherein the several layers comprise a first electrode 104, a second electrode 108 different from the first electrode and an organic, light-emitting layer 106 between the first electrode 104 and the second electrode 108, wherein the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 forms a part of the first electrode 104 and / or the second electrode 108 covered.

[0113] According to a 20th embodiment, the method 600 according to one of the 14th to 19th embodiments can be designed such that the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 is made of an electrically insulating material.

[0114] According to a 21st embodiment, the method 600 can be designed according to one of the 14th to 17th or 19th embodiments such that the counterstructure 116, 316, 416, 516 is made of an electrically conductive material.

[0115] According to a 22nd embodiment, the method 600 according to one of the 14th to 21st embodiments can be designed such that the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 has a light-absorbing material with a light absorption in a range of approximately 90% to approximately 100% of the visible light incident on the contrast structure 116.

[0116] According to a 23rd embodiment, the method 600 according to one of the 14th to 22nd embodiments can be designed such that the optically active area 120 and the optically inactive area 140 are designed such that the transition area 130, 330, 430, 530 is frame-shaped.

[0117] According to a 24th embodiment, the method 600 according to one of the 14th to 23rd embodiments can be designed such that the contrast structure 116, 316, 416, 516 extends laterally essentially completely into the transition area 130, 330, 430, 530.

[0118] According to a 25th embodiment, the method 600 according to one of the 14th to 24th embodiments can be designed such that the organic, light-emitting component 100, 300, 400, 500, 600 is flexibly designed.

[0119] The invention is not limited to the specified embodiments. For example, several different organic, light-emitting components arranged side by side or one above the other can be used in the form of a display. Furthermore, the organic, light-emitting component can have several contrasting structures arranged side by side or one above the other. REFERENCE MARK LIST 100, 300, 400a, 400b, 500 organic, light-emitting component 102 carriers 103 inorganic insulating layer 104, 108 electrode 106 organic, light-emitting layer 110 Thin-film encapsulation 112 Resist structure 114 Metal contact 116 Contrast structure 120 optically active area 130, 330, 430, 530 Transition range 140 optically inactive area 1 organic, light-emitting component 12 carriers 14 Electrode layer 16, 18 Contact section 20, 23 electrode 21 electrical insulation barrier 22 organic, functional layer structure 24 Encapsulation layer 32 Contact area 36 Adhesive layer 38 cover bodies 600 procedures 602, 604, 606, 608 Procedure step 700 organic, light-emitting component 702 carriers 703 inorganic insulating layer 704, 108 electrode 706 organic, light-emitting layer 710 Thin-film encapsulation 712 Resist structure 714 Metal contact 716 Contrast structure 720 optically active area 730 Transition area 740 optically inactive area

Claims

[1] Organic light-emitting device (100, 300, 400, 500, 600), comprising: - an optically active region (120) with an optical property, wherein the optically active region (120) has an organic, light-emitting layer (106); - an optically inactive region (140) formed laterally next to the optically active region (120), wherein the optically inactive region (140) is free from the organic, light-emitting layer (106); - a transition region (130, 330, 430, 530) with at least one contiguous region, wherein the contiguous region comprises a part of the optically active region (120) and a part of the optically inactive region (140); wherein the component (100, 300, 400, 500, 600) is operable in at least one first operating mode and one second operating mode; - wherein the transition area (130, 330, 430, 530) has an optically opaque contrast structure (116, 316, 416, 516) in the at least one contiguous area; - wherein the contrast structure (116, 316, 416, 516) has a further optical property, wherein the further optical property is different from the optical property of the optically active area (120) regardless of the first operating mode and the second operating mode, - wherein the device comprises a thin-film encapsulation (110), a support (102) and several layers (104, 106, 108, 112), wherein the several layers (104, 106, 108, 112) are formed between the thin-film encapsulation (110) and the support (102) and are arranged in the optically active region (120) and partially in the optically inactive region (140), wherein one of the several layers (104, 106, 108, 112) is a first electrode (108), wherein the first electrode (108) is in physical contact with the thin-film encapsulation (110), wherein the contrast structure (116, 316, 416, 516) is arranged between the first electrode (108) and the remaining several layers (104, 106, 112), and wherein the counterstructure (116, 316, 416, 516) is formed from an electrically conductive material. [2] Component (100, 300, 400, 500, 600) according to claim 1, wherein the multiple layers (104, 106, 108, 112) have a second electrode (108) different from the first and an organic, light-emitting layer (106) between the first electrode (104) and the second electrode (108), wherein the contrast structure (116, 316, 416, 516) is physically arranged between the first electrode (104) and the second electrode (108), such that an electric current flows from the first electrode (104) through the organic, light-emitting layer (106) to the second electrode (108) and vice versa. [3] Component (100, 300, 400, 500, 600) according to one of claims 1 or 2, wherein the multiple layers (104, 106, 108, 112) comprise a second electrode (108) different from the first electrode and an organic, light-emitting layer (106) between the first electrode (104) and the second electrode (108), wherein the contrast structure (116, 316, 416, 516) covers a part of the first electrode (104) and / or the second electrode (108). [4] Component (100, 300, 400, 500, 600) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the contrast structure (116, 316, 416, 516) has a light absorption in a range of approximately 90% to approximately 100% of the visible light incident on the contrast structure (116, 316, 416, 516). [5] Component (100, 300, 400, 500, 600) according to one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the optically active area (120) and the optically inactive area (140) are designed such that the transition area (130, 330, 430, 530) is frame-shaped. [6] Component (100, 300, 400, 500, 600) according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the contrast structure (116, 316, 416, 516) extends laterally completely into the transition area (130, 330, 430, 530). [7] Component (100, 300, 400, 500, 600) according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the organic, light-emitting component (100, 300, 400, 500, 600) is flexible. [8] Method (600) for manufacturing an organic light-emitting component (100, 300, 400, 500, 600), comprising the method: - Forming (602) an optically active region (120) with an optical property, wherein the optically active region (120) is formed with an organic, light-emitting layer (106); - Forming (604) an optically inactive region (140) which is formed laterally next to the optically active region (120), wherein the optically inactive region (140) is formed free from the organic, light-emitting layer (106); - Forming (606) a transition region (130, 330, 430, 530) with at least one continuous region, wherein the at least one continuous region comprises a part of the optically active region (120) and a part of the optically inactive region (140); wherein the component (100, 300, 400, 500, 600) can be operated in at least one first operating mode and one second operating mode, wherein the transition area (130, 330, 430, 530) has an optically opaque contrast structure (116, 316, 416, 516) in the at least one contiguous area, wherein the contrast structure (116, 316, 416, 516) has a further optical property, wherein the further optical property is different from the optical property of the optically active area (120) regardless of the operating mode of the component (100, 300, 400, 500, 600), - wherein the device comprises a thin-film encapsulation (110), a support (102) and several layers (104, 106, 108, 112), wherein the several layers (104, 106, 108, 112) are formed between the thin-film encapsulation (110) and the support (102) and are arranged in the optically active region (120) and partially in the optically inactive region (140), wherein one of the several layers (104, 106, 108, 112) is a first electrode (108), wherein the first electrode (108) is in physical contact with the thin-film encapsulation (110), wherein the contrast structure (116, 316, 416, 516) is arranged between the first electrode (108) and the remaining several layers (104, 106, 112), and wherein the counterstructure (116, 316, 416, 516) is formed from an electrically conductive material.

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