Electronic device including protective structure for display

Abstract

An electronic device is provided that includes a protective structure for a display. [Solution] The electronic device of the present invention includes a display in a housing including a display panel, a display driver circuit disposed below the display panel, and a protective film encasing the display driver circuit, a support member in the housing supporting the display, and a first elastic member disposed on the support member in the housing. A seal member and the first elastic member on the support member contact the protective film, and the first elastic member is disposed in a space formed by the support member and a third portion of the protective film extending to a second portion of the protective film different from the first portion of the protective film contacting the seal member.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to an electronic device including a protective structure for a display. [Background technology]

[0002] The electronic device includes a display for providing visual information. The electronic device further includes a display driver circuit for controlling a plurality of pixels of the display panel. In the miniaturized electronic device, the display driver circuit is disposed on a substrate extending from an edge of the display panel. The substrate extending from the edge of the display panel is a flexible substrate. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0003] The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned conventional techniques, and an object of the present invention is to provide an electronic device including a protective structure for a display. [Means for solving the problem]

[0004] In order to achieve the above object, an electronic device according to one aspect of the present invention includes a first housing, a second housing, a hinge structure rotatably connecting the first housing and the second housing, a display panel disposed on the first housing and the second housing across the hinge structure, a display driver circuit disposed on one side of the display panel, and a display including a protective film enclosing the display driver circuit, a support member disposed on a part of the first housing or the second housing to support the display, and a protective film for reducing the path of foreign matter entering from the outside. a sealing member disposed between the protective film and the support member, blocking at least a portion of the protective film, and a first elastic member disposed between the protective film and the support member, wherein a second portion (420b) of the protective film, which is different from a first portion (420a) of the protective film that contacts the sealing member, contacts a portion of the display driving circuit (410), and the first elastic member (510) is enclosed by a third portion (420c) of the protective film (420) that is disposed between the support member (601) and the protective film (420) and extends from the first portion (420a) to the second portion (420b), and the support member (601).

[0005] According to one embodiment, an electronic device includes a sidewall that provides at least a portion of a side of the electronic device, a support portion extending from the sidewall toward an interior of the electronic device, a first housing having a first surface facing a first direction, a second housing including a second surface facing the first direction, and a hinge structure configured to rotatably connect the first housing and the second housing about a folding axis to provide an unfolded state in which the first surface and the second surface face in the same direction or a folded state in which the first surface and the second surface face each other. The electronic device includes a display disposed on the first surface and the second surface across the folding axis, the display including a first display area corresponding to the first surface, a second display area corresponding to the second surface, and a third display area between the first display area and the second display area. In one embodiment, the display includes a display panel, a protective film extending along a first surface of the display panel from an edge of the display toward the interior of the electronic device, and a display driver circuit disposed between the protective film and the display panel. In one embodiment, the electronic device includes a seal member extending along the sidewall and disposed between the support portion and the protective film. In one embodiment, the electronic device includes a first elastic member in contact with the support portion and disposed between the display driver circuit and the seal member to elastically support the protective film. In one embodiment, the display includes a resin in contact with a second side opposite a first side of the display driver circuit opposite the first elastic member. The protective film includes a first portion contacting the seal member, a second portion contacting the support member, and a third portion extending from the first portion to the second portion. The first elastic member is enclosed by the third portion and the support member. [Effects of the Invention]

[0006] According to the electronic device of the present invention, the material cost of the display can be reduced by removing the resin. Also, by removing the resin that is relatively thicker than the display driver circuit during the manufacturing process of the electronic device, the thickness of the electronic device can be reduced. Furthermore, by removing the thick resin in the electronic device, the battery capacity can be increased. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0007] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device in a network environment according to one embodiment. [Figure 2a] 1A and 1B illustrate examples of unfolded states of an electronic device according to one embodiment. [Figure 2b] 1A and 1B illustrate examples of folded states of an electronic device according to one embodiment. [Figure 2c] 1 is an exploded view of an exemplary electronic device according to one embodiment. [Figure 3] 1 is a rear view illustrating a rear side of a side support member of an exemplary electronic device according to one embodiment. [Figure 4] FIG. 2 is a rear view illustrating the rear of an exemplary display panel according to one embodiment. [Figure 5] 4 is a diagram showing an example of the arrangement of a seal member and a sponge on a support member in region A of FIG. 3. FIG. [Figure 6] 6 is a cross-sectional view of a first example of the exemplary electronic device of FIG. 5 taken along line BB'. [Figure 7] 4 is a diagram showing another example of the arrangement of the seal member and sponge on the support member in the area A of FIG. 3. FIG. [Figure 8a] 8 is a cross-sectional view showing a second example of the electronic device of FIG. 7 taken along CC'. FIG. [Figure 8b] 8 is a cross-sectional view showing a third example of the electronic device of FIG. 7 taken along CC'. FIG. [Figure 8c] 8 is a cross-sectional view showing a fourth example of the electronic device of FIG. 7 taken along CC'. FIG. [Figure 8d]8 is a cross-sectional view showing a fifth example of the electronic device of FIG. 7 taken along CC'. FIG. [Figure 9] 4 is a diagram showing an example of the arrangement of a seal member on a support member and a sponge that encases a display driver circuit in region A of FIG. 3. FIG. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0008] Hereinafter, specific examples of embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

[0009] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device 101 in a network environment 100 according to one embodiment.

[0010] 1 , in network environment 100, electronic device 101 communicates with electronic device 102 via a first network 198 (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network) or with at least one of electronic device 104 or server 108 via a second network 199 (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). In one embodiment, electronic device 101 communicates with electronic device 104 via server 108. In one embodiment, electronic device 101 includes processor 120, memory 130, input module 150, acoustic output module 155, display module 160, audio module 170, sensor module 176, interface 177, connection terminal 178, haptic module 179, camera module 180, power management module 188, battery 189, communication module 190, subscriber identity module 196, or antenna module 197. In some embodiments, electronic device 101 omits at least one of these components (e.g., connection terminal 178) or adds one or more other components. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., sensor module 176, camera module 180, or antenna module 197) are integrated into one component (e.g., display module 160).

[0011] The processor 120 executes software (e.g., program 140), for example, to control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device 101 connected to the processor 120 and to perform various data processing or calculations. In one embodiment, as at least part of the data processing or calculations, the processor 120 stores instructions or data received from other components (e.g., the sensor module 176 or the communication module 190) in the volatile memory 132, processes the instructions or data stored in the volatile memory 132, and stores the resulting data in the non-volatile memory 134. In one embodiment, the processor 120 includes a main processor 121 (e.g., a central processing unit or application processor) or an auxiliary processor 123 (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural network processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor) that can operate independently or together with the main processor 121. For example, if the electronic device 101 includes the main processor 121 and the auxiliary processor 123, the auxiliary processor 123 may be configured to use less power than the main processor 121 or to be specialized for a designated function. The auxiliary processor 123 may be implemented separately from the main processor 121 or as part of it.

[0012] The auxiliary processor 123 controls at least a portion of the functionality or state associated with at least one of the components of the electronic device 101 (e.g., the display module 160, the sensor module 176, or the communication module 190), either on behalf of the main processor 121 while the main processor 121 is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor 121 while the main processor 121 is in an active (e.g., executing an application) state. In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor 123 (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) is implemented as part of another functionally related component (e.g., the camera module 180 or the communication module 190). In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor 123 (e.g., a neural network processing unit) includes a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. The artificial intelligence models are generated through machine learning. Such learning may occur, for example, within the electronic device 101 itself, where the artificial intelligence models are executed, or via a separate server (e.g., the server 108). The learning algorithm may be, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but is not limited to these examples. The artificial intelligence model may include multiple artificial neural network layers, and the artificial neural network may be, for example, one of, but not limited to, a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recurrent neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), a deep Q-network, or a combination of two or more of the above.In addition to hardware structures, the artificial intelligence model may additionally or alternatively include software structures.

[0013] Memory 130 stores various data used by at least one component (e.g., processor 120 or sensor module 176) of electronic device 101. The data includes, for example, input or output data for software (e.g., program 140) and its associated instructions. Memory 130 includes volatile memory 132 or non-volatile memory 134.

[0014] The programs 140 are stored as software in the memory 130 and include, for example, an operating system 142 , middleware 144 , or applications 146 .

[0015] Input module 150 receives instructions or data from outside (e.g., a user) electronic device 101 for use by components (e.g., processor 120) of electronic device 101. Input module 150 includes, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, keys (e.g., buttons), or a digital pen (e.g., a stylus pen).

[0016] The audio output module 155 outputs audio signals external to the electronic device 101. The audio output module 155 may include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker is used for general purposes such as multimedia playback and audio recording and playback. The receiver is used to receive incoming calls. In one embodiment, the receiver is embodied separately from or as part of the speaker.

[0017] The display module 160 visually presents information to an external (e.g., user) of the electronic device 101. The display module 160 includes, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector, and control circuitry for controlling the device. In one embodiment, the display module 160 includes a touch sensor configured to sense a touch or a pressure sensor configured to measure the strength of a force generated by a touch.

[0018] Audio module 170 converts sound into electrical signals and vice versa. In one embodiment, audio module 170 receives sound via input module 150 and outputs sound via acoustic output module 155 or an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device 102) connected directly or wirelessly to electronic device 101 (e.g., speakers or headphones).

[0019] The sensor module 176 senses an operating state (e.g., power or temperature) or an external environmental state (e.g., user state) of the electronic device 101 and generates an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the sensed state. In one embodiment, the sensor module 176 includes, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an infrared sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0020] Interface 177 supports one or more specified protocols used by electronic device 101 to connect directly or wirelessly with external electronic devices (e.g., electronic device 102). According to one embodiment, interface 177 includes, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0021] Connection terminal 178 includes a connector through which electronic device 101 is physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device 102). In one embodiment, connection terminal 178 includes, for example, an HDMI® connector, a USB connector, an SD card® connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0022] The haptic module 179 converts the electrical signals into mechanical (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimuli that can be perceived by the user via a sense of touch or kinesthetic sensation. According to one embodiment, the haptic module 179 includes, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulator.

[0023] Camera module 180 captures still and video images and, in one embodiment, includes one or more lenses, an image sensor, an image signal processor, or a flash.

[0024] The power management module 188 manages the power supplied to the electronic device 101. In one embodiment, the power management module 188 is implemented as at least part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC), for example.

[0025] Battery 189 provides power to at least one component of electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, battery 189 includes, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel battery.

[0026] Communications module 190 supports establishing a direct (e.g., wired) or wireless communication channel between electronic device 101 and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device 102, electronic device 104, or server 108) and performing communication over the established communication channel. Communications module 190 includes one or more communication processors that operate independently of processor 120 (e.g., an application processor) and support the direct (e.g., wired) or wireless communication. In one embodiment, communications module 190 includes wireless communication module 192 (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or wired communication module 194 (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Corresponding ones of these communication modules communicate with external electronic device 104 via a first network 198 (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, Wireless Fidelity (WiFi) Direct, or Infrared Data Association (IrDA)) or a second network 199 (e.g., a long-range communication network such as a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). Some types of such communication modules may be integrated into one component (e.g., a single chip) or embodied in multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips). Wireless communication module 192 uses subscriber information (e.g., an International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI)) stored in subscriber identity module 196 to identify or authenticate electronic device 101 within a communication network such as first network 198 or second network 199.

[0027] The wireless communication module 192 supports 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies, such as new radio access (NR) technology. NR technology supports high-capacity data transmission at high speeds (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), minimizing terminal power consumption and connecting multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine-type communications)), or ultra-reliable and low-latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications)). The wireless communication module 192 supports high-frequency bands (e.g., mmWave bands) to achieve high data rates. The wireless communication module 192 supports various technologies to ensure performance in high-frequency bands, such as beamforming, massive MIMO (multiple-input and multiple-output), full-dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antennas, analog beamforming, and large-scale antennas. The wireless communication module 192 supports various requirements defined by the electronic device 101, an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device 104), or a network system (e.g., the second network 199). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module 192 supports a peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for implementing eMBB, a loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for implementing mMTC, or a U-plane latency (e.g., 0.5 ms or less for downlink (DL) and uplink (UL), or 1 ms or less for round trip) for implementing URLLC.

[0028] The antenna module 197 transmits and receives signals or power to and from the outside (e.g., an external electronic device). In one embodiment, the antenna module 197 includes an antenna including a radiator made of a conductor or conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). In one embodiment, the antenna module 197 includes multiple antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as a first network 198 or a second network 199, is selected from the multiple antennas, for example, by the communication module 190. Signals or power are transmitted or received between the communication module 190 and the external electronic device via the selected at least one antenna. In some embodiments, other components in addition to the radiator (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) are further formed as part of the antenna module 197.

[0029] According to various embodiments, antenna module 197 forms an mmWave antenna module. According to one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module includes a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent a first side (e.g., a bottom side) of the printed circuit board and supporting a designated high frequency band (e.g., the mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., array antennas) disposed on or adjacent a second side (e.g., a top or side) of the printed circuit board and transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high frequency band.

[0030] At least some of the above components are connected to each other via a peripheral communication method (e.g., a bus, a general purpose input and output (GPIO), a serial peripheral interface (SPI), or a mobile industry processor interface (MIPI)) and exchange signals (e.g., commands or data) with each other.

[0031] In one embodiment, commands or data are transmitted or received between the electronic device 101 and the external electronic device 104 via a server 108 connected to a second network 199. The external electronic devices (102, 104) may be the same or different types of devices as the electronic device 101. In one embodiment, all or part of the operations performed by the electronic device 101 are performed by one or more of the external electronic devices (the electronic devices (102, 104) or the server 108). For example, when the electronic device 101 needs to perform a function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device 101 does not perform the function or service itself, or additionally requests one or more external electronic devices to perform the function or at least part of the service. The one or more external electronic devices that receive the request perform at least part of the requested function or service or an additional function or service related to the request and communicate the result of the execution to the electronic device 101. The electronic device 101 provides the result as at least part of a response to the request, either directly or after additional processing. For this purpose, for example, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology is used. The electronic device 101 provides ultra-low latency services using, for example, distributed computing or mobile edge computing. In another embodiment, the external electronic device 104 includes an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server 108 is an intelligent server using machine learning and / or neural networks. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device 104 or the server 108 is included in a second network 199. The electronic device 101 is applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart homes, smart cities, smart cars, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technologies.

[0032] FIG. 2a is a diagram illustrating an example of an unfolded state of an electronic device according to one embodiment, FIG. 2b is a diagram illustrating an example of a folded state of an electronic device according to one embodiment, and FIG. 2c is an exploded view of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0033] 2a, 2b, and 2c, the electronic device 101 includes a first housing 210, a second housing 220, and a flexible display 230. The electronic device 101 is a device in which the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 are in contact with each other. The electronic device 101 is called a foldable electronic device.

[0034] In one embodiment, first housing 210 includes a first surface 211, a second surface 212 facing away from first surface 211, and a first side surface 213 surrounding at least a portion of first surface 211 and second surface 212. In one embodiment, second surface 212 further includes at least one camera 234 exposed through a portion of second surface 212. In one embodiment, first housing 210 includes a first protective member 214 disposed along an edge of first surface 211. In one embodiment, first housing 210 provides a space formed by first surface 211, second surface 212, and first side surface 213 as a space for mounting components of electronic device 101. In one embodiment, first side surface 213 and second side surface 213 include a conductive material, a non-conductive material, or a combination thereof. For example, second side 223 includes conductive member 228 and non-conductive member 229. Conductive member 228 includes a plurality of conductive members spaced apart from one another. Non-conductive member 229 is disposed between the plurality of conductive members. A portion or combination of the plurality of conductive members and the plurality of non-conductive members forms an antenna structure.

[0035] In one embodiment, second housing 220 includes a third surface 221, a fourth surface 222 facing away from third surface 221, and a second side surface 223 surrounding at least a portion of third surface 221 and fourth surface 222. In one embodiment, fourth surface 222 further includes a display panel 235 disposed on fourth surface 222. Camera 226 is disposed inside second housing 220 facing fourth surface 222 so as to capture external images via fourth surface 222. Camera 226 is disposed below and covered by display panel 235. In one embodiment, camera 226 is disposed below display panel 235, and display panel 235 includes an opening aligned with a lens of camera 226 to transmit light from the outside to camera 226. According to one embodiment, the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 each include a first protective member 214 and a second protective member 224. The first protective member 214 and the second protective member 224 are disposed on the first surface 211 and the third surface 221 along the periphery of the flexible display 230. The first protective member 214 and the second protective member 224 prevent foreign matter (e.g., dust or moisture) from entering through the gap between the flexible display 230 and the first housing 210 and the second housing 220. The first protective member 214 is disposed along the edge of the first display area 231, and the second protective member 224 is disposed along the edge of the second display area 232. The first protective member 214 is attached to and formed integrally with the first side surface 213 of the first housing 210. The second protective member 224 is attached to the second side surface 213 of the second housing 220 and is integrally formed with the second side surface 223 .

[0036] In one embodiment, the second side surface 223 is pivotably or rotatably connected to the first side surface 213 via a hinge structure 260 mounted on a hinge cover 265. The hinge structure 260 includes a hinge module 263, a first hinge plate 266, and a second hinge plate 267. The first hinge plate 266 is connected to the first housing 210, and the second hinge plate 267 is connected to the second housing 220. In one embodiment, the second housing 220 provides a space formed by the third surface 221, the fourth surface 222 opposite and spaced from the third surface 221, and the second side surface 223 surrounding at least a portion of the third surface 221 and the fourth surface 222 as a space for mounting components of the electronic device 101. In one embodiment, the flexible display 230 includes a window exposed to the outside. The window is formed as a protective layer that protects the surface of the flexible display 230 and transmits visual information provided by the flexible display 230 to the outside. The window includes a glass material such as ultra-thin glass (UTG) or a polymer material such as polyimide (PI). In one embodiment, the flexible display 230 is disposed on the first surface 211 of the first housing 210 and the third surface 221 of the second housing 220 across the hinge cover 265. The flexible display 230 includes a first display area 231 disposed on the first surface 211 of the first housing, a second display area 232 disposed on the third surface 221 of the second housing, and a third display area 233 between the first display area 231 and the second display area 232. The first display area 231, the second display area 232, and the third display area 233 form the front surface of the flexible display 230.

[0037] According to an embodiment, an opening is formed in a portion of the screen display area of ​​the flexible display 230, or a recess or opening is formed in a support member (e.g., a bracket) that supports the flexible display 230. The electronic device 101 includes at least one of a sensor module 238 and a camera 236 aligned with the recess or opening. For example, the first display area 231 further includes a camera 236 that acquires an image from the outside through a portion of the first display area 231, and a sensor module 238 that generates an electrical signal or data value corresponding to an external environmental condition. According to an embodiment, at least one of the sensor module 238 and the camera 236 is included on a back surface of the flexible display 230 corresponding to the first display area 231 or the second display area 232 of the flexible display 230. For example, at least one of the camera 236 and the sensor module 238 is disposed below the flexible display 230 and surrounded by the flexible display 230. At least one of the camera 236 and the sensor module 238 is surrounded by the flexible display 230 and is not exposed to the outside. 2a and 2b, in one embodiment, the flexible display 230 further includes a back surface opposite the front surface. In one embodiment, the flexible display 230 is supported by a first support member 270 of the first housing 210 and a second support member 280 of the second housing 220.

[0038] In one embodiment, the hinge structure 260 is configured to rotatably connect a first support member 270 that forms the first housing 210 and is fastened to the first hinge plate 266, and a second support member 280 that forms the second housing 220 and is fastened to the second hinge plate 267.

[0039] In one embodiment, a hinge cover 265 surrounding the hinge structure 260 is at least partially exposed from between the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 while the electronic device 101 is in the folded state. In another embodiment, the hinge cover 265 is covered by the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 while the electronic device 101 is in the unfolded state.

[0040] In one embodiment, the electronic device 101 is folded about a folding axis 237 that passes through the hinge cover 265. For example, the hinge cover 265 is disposed between the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 of the electronic device 101 to allow the electronic device 101 to bend, flex, or fold. For example, the first housing 210 is coupled to the second housing 220 via a hinge structure 260 mounted on the hinge cover 265 and rotates about the folding axis 237. For example, the hinge structure 260 includes hinge modules 263 disposed on both ends of a first hinge plate 266 and a second hinge plate 267. The hinge modules 263 include hinge gears that are internally engaged with each other and allow the first hinge plate 266 and the second hinge plate 267 to rotate about the folding axis. The first housing 210 coupled to the first hinge plate 266 is connected to the second housing 220 coupled to the second hinge plate 267 and rotates about a folding axis by the hinge module 263 .

[0041] In one embodiment, electronic device 101 is folded so that first housing 210 and second housing 220 face each other by rotating them about folding axis 237. In one embodiment, electronic device 101 is folded so that first housing 210 and second housing 220 overlap or lie on top of each other.

[0042] 2c, electronic device 101 includes first support member 270, second support member 280, hinge structure 260, flexible display 230, printed circuit board 250, battery 255, hinge cover 265, antenna 285, display panel 235, and back plate 290. According to an embodiment, electronic device 101 may omit at least one of the components or may further include other components. At least one of the components of electronic device 300 is the same as or similar to at least one of the components of electronic device 101 of FIG. 1, 2a, or 2b, and therefore, a redundant description will be omitted below.

[0043] The first housing 210 and the second housing 220 support a flexible display (e.g., flexible display 230 in FIG. 2a). The flexible display panel includes a front surface that emits light and provides information and a back surface facing the front surface. When the first surface of the first housing 210 (e.g., first surface 211 in FIG. 2a) faces the third surface of the second housing 220 (e.g., third surface 221 in FIG. 2a), the flexible display panel is in a folded state in which the surface on which the first display area 231 and the surface on which the second display area 232 of the flexible display panel face each other. When the first surface 211 of the first housing 210 and the third surface 221 of the second housing 220 face the same direction, the flexible display 230 is in an unfolded state in which the first display area 231 and the second display area 232 of the flexible display 230 face the same direction.

[0044] In one embodiment, the electronic device 101 provides an unfolded state in which the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 are fully folded out by the hinge structure 260. The first support member 270 is connected to the second support member 280 via the hinge structure 260 to switch the electronic device 101 between the folded state and the unfolded state. Rotation of the hinge gear in the hinge module 263 moves the first support member 270 and the second support member 280 attached to hinge plates (266, 267) of the hinge structure 260. The hinge plates (266, 267) include a first hinge plate 266 coupled to the first support member 270 and a second hinge plate 267 coupled to the second support member 280. Rotation of the hinge gear in the hinge module 263 switches the electronic device 101 into a folded or unfolded state.

[0045] The hinge structure 260 includes a hinge module 263, a first hinge plate 266, and a second hinge plate 267. The hinge module 263 includes hinge gears that make the first hinge plate 266 and the second hinge plate 267 pivotable. The hinge gears rotate the first hinge plate 266 and the second hinge plate 267 while being engaged with each other and rotating. The hinge module 263 is made up of a plurality of hinge modules. Each of the plurality of hinge modules is disposed on both ends where the first hinge plate 266 and the second hinge plate 267 are formed.

[0046] First hinge plate 266 is coupled to a first support member 270 of first housing 210, and second hinge plate 267 is coupled to a second support member 280 of second housing 220. First housing 210 and second housing 220 rotate correspondingly with the rotation of first hinge plate 266 and second hinge plate 267.

[0047] The first housing 210 includes a first support member 270 and a second support member 280. The first support member 270 is partially surrounded by a first side surface 213, and the second support member 280 is partially surrounded by a second side surface 223. The first support member 270 is integrally formed with the first side surface 213, and the second support member 280 is integrally formed with the second side surface 223. According to one embodiment, the first support member 270 may be formed separately from the first side surface 213, and the second support member 280 may be formed separately from the second side surface 223. The first side surface 213 and the second side surface 223 may be formed of a metallic material, a non-metallic material, or a combination thereof, and used as an antenna.

[0048] The first support member 270 is coupled to the flexible display 230 on one side and to the back plate 290 on the other side. The second support member 280 is coupled to the flexible display 230 on one side and to the display panel 235 on the other side.

[0049] A printed circuit board 250 and a battery 255 are disposed between a surface formed by the first support member 270 and the second support member 280 and a surface formed by the display panel 235 and the back plate 290. The printed circuit board 250 is separated so as to be disposed on the first support member 270 of the first housing 210 and the second support member 280 of the second housing 220, respectively. The shapes of the first printed circuit board 251 disposed on the first support member 270 and the second printed circuit board 252 disposed on the second support member 280 differ from each other depending on the space inside the electronic device. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 further includes a third printed circuit board 253. The third printed circuit board 253 is disposed within the first housing together with the first printed circuit board 251. The first printed circuit board and the third printed circuit board are spaced apart from each other. Components for realizing various functions of the electronic device 101 are mounted on the first printed circuit board 251, the second printed circuit board 252, and the third printed circuit board 253. According to one embodiment, the first printed circuit board 251 is mounted with components for realizing the overall function of the electronic device 101, and the second printed circuit board 252 is mounted with electronic components for realizing some of the functions of the first printed circuit board 251 or components for driving the display panel 235 disposed on the fourth surface 222. The first printed circuit board 251, the second printed circuit board 252, and the third printed circuit board 253 are electrically connected to each other. For example, the first printed circuit board 251 and the second printed circuit board 252 are electrically connected via one of the flexible printed circuit boards 240. The second printed circuit board 252 and the third printed circuit board 253 are electrically connected via the other of the flexible printed circuit boards 240.

[0050] The battery 255 is, for example, a device for supplying power to at least one component of the electronic device 101, and includes, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell. At least a portion of the battery 255 is disposed substantially flush with the printed circuit board 250. The substantially flush surfaces of the printed circuit board 250 and the battery 255 are disposed on one side of the first support member 270 and the second support member 280 (e.g., the side facing the second surface 212 and the fourth surface 222, or the side facing the display panel 235 and the back plate 290). For example, the flexible display 230 is disposed on the first surface 211 and the third surface 221, and the printed circuit board 250 and the battery 255 are disposed on the second surface 212 and the fourth surface 222 facing the side on which the flexible display 230 is disposed.

[0051] In one embodiment, antenna 285 is disposed between back plate 290 and battery 255. Antenna 285 may include, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and / or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. Antenna 285 may, for example, perform short-range communication with an external device or wirelessly transmit and receive power required for charging.

[0052] FIG. 3 is a rear view showing the rear surface of a side support member of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0053] A first sealing tape 381 is applied to a first surface (e.g., first surface 211 in FIG. 2a) of first housing 210. A second sealing tape 382 is applied to a second surface (e.g., second surface 212 in FIG. 2a) of second housing 220. First sealing tape 381 and second sealing tape 382 prevent moisture that enters through gaps between hinge structure 260 and hinge cover 265, first housing 210, and second housing 220 from being transmitted to electronic components mounted inside electronic device 101. First sealing tape 381 and second sealing tape 382 are arranged on first surface 211 and second surface 212, respectively, in a closed curve.

[0054] The first sealing tape 381 forms a first sealing region 391 that blocks the inflow of moisture. For example, the first sealing tape 381 penetrates the first housing 210 and wraps around the region where the opening 331 connecting the first surface 211 and the second surface (e.g., the second surface 212 in FIG. 2a ) is located, thereby preventing moisture that has flowed in through the gap between the hinge cover 265 and the hinge structure 260 and the gap between the hinge structure 260 and the hinge cover 265 and reached the first surface 211 from being transmitted to components such as a printed circuit board and / or a processor disposed on the second surface 212.

[0055] The second sealing tape 382 forms a second sealing region 392 into which the inflow of moisture is blocked by the second sealing tape 382. For example, the second sealing tape 382 penetrates the second housing 220 and covers the region where the opening 332 connecting the third surface 221 and the fourth surface 222 is located, thereby preventing moisture located on the third surface 221 from being transmitted to components such as a printed circuit board and / or a battery arranged on the fourth surface 222.

[0056] According to one embodiment, the first housing 210 further includes a third sealing tape 383 applied to the first surface 211. The third sealing tape 383 wraps around an opening 333 that transmits light to a camera (not shown) disposed below a flexible display (e.g., the flexible display 230 in FIG. 2c ). The opening 333 for transmitting light to the camera penetrates the first surface 211, which contacts the flexible display 230, and the second surface 212, which faces the first surface 211. Moisture that flows in from the outside and is located on the first surface 211 flows into components located on the second surface 212 through a gap between the opening 333 and the camera. The third sealing tape 383 prevents external moisture that has flowed in through a gap between the hinge structure 260 and the first and second housings 210 and 220 from flowing into the interior of the electronic device along the gap between the camera and the opening 333. The sealing tape includes not only the first sealing tape 381, the second sealing tape 382, ​​and the third sealing tape 383, but also a sealing member such as a sealing tape, rubber, or sealing resin (e.g., CIPG: cured in placed gasket) to block the flow of moisture into the openings formed in the support surfaces of the first housing 210 and the second housing 220. For example, the second housing 220 further includes a sealing tape on the fourth surface 222 facing the display panel 235, which forms a closed curve along the edge of the fourth surface 222.

[0057] 4 is a rear view showing the rear surface of an exemplary display panel according to an embodiment. FIG. 5 is a diagram showing an example of the arrangement of a seal member and a sponge on a support member in area A of FIG.

[0058] 4 and 5, the display 230 includes a display panel 400, a display driver circuit 410, a protective film 420, and / or a flexible printed circuit board 430.

[0059] The display panel 400 transmits light to the outside of the electronic device 200 (e.g., the electronic device 101 of FIG. 2a) to provide visual information to the outside. The display panel 400 includes a structure for emitting light. For example, the display panel 400 includes electrodes, thin film transistors (TFTs), and pixels. The display panel 400 is an organic light emitting diode (OLED) panel including pixels containing organic light emitting materials. However, without being limited thereto, the display panel 400 may include a liquid crystal display (LCD) panel, a light emitting diode (LED) panel, a Micro LED panel, or a quantum dot LED (QLED). The display panel 400 is referred to as a flexible display panel because it is foldable or deformable based on a folding axis f. The display 230 is referred to as a flexible display because it includes a flexible display panel. The display panel 400 includes a foldable display panel or a rollable display panel. The display panel 400 includes a ductile substrate (e.g., polyimide (PI)) to provide ductility. The display 230 described below will be described based on a flexible display, but an electronic device including a structure for protecting a display driving circuit according to one embodiment is a structure for protecting a display driving circuit of a non-deformable display, and can be applied in the same or similar manner.

[0060] The display 230 includes a display drive integrated circuit (DDI) 410 disposed below the display panel. The display drive circuit 410 includes an interface module, a memory (e.g., a buffer memory), an image processing module, or a mapping module. The display drive circuit 410 receives video information, including video data or video control signals corresponding to instructions for controlling the video data, from other components of the electronic device 200 (e.g., the processor 120, the main processor 121, or the auxiliary processor 123) via the interface module. The display drive circuit 410 pre-processes or post-processes the received video information and generates voltage or current values ​​corresponding to the pre-processed or post-processed video information. The display drive circuit 410 drives pixels of the display panel 400 based on the voltage or current values.

[0061] According to one embodiment, the display driver circuit 410 is disposed on the rear surface of the display panel 400. The pixels transmit light to the outside through the front surface of the display panel 400. The rear surface of the display panel 400 is the surface that is seated in the second housing 220 of the electronic device 200. The display driver circuit 410 is disposed spaced apart from one end 401 of the display panel 400. The display driver circuit 410 is disposed on an extended substrate of the display panel 400. The substrate may include a ductile material (e.g., polyimide). However, the display driver circuit 410 may be disposed on a glass substrate or a film. The display driver circuit 410 is electrically connected to the display panel 400 by being disposed on the substrate that extends from the display panel 400.

[0062] The display 230 includes a protective film 420 that encases the display driver circuit 410. The protective film 420 extends from one end 401 of the display panel 400 toward the folding axis f. The protective film 420 covers the display driver circuit 410. The display driver circuit 410 is protected by being enclosed by the protective film 420.

[0063] According to one embodiment, the display 230 further includes a flexible printed circuit board 430. The flexible printed circuit board 430 is connected to the display driver circuit 410. The flexible printed circuit board 430 includes a connector 431. The flexible printed circuit board 430 is connected to a printed circuit board (e.g., printed circuit board 250 in FIG. 2c) via the connector 431. The display 230 is electrically connected to a processor (e.g., processor 120 in FIG. 1) on the printed circuit board 250 via the flexible printed circuit board 430.

[0064] Referring to FIG. 5, electronic device 200 includes a support member 601 within the housing that supports display 230 .

[0065] According to one embodiment, the support member 601 extends from a side surface of the second housing 220 into the interior of the second housing 220 (e.g., the interior of the electronic device 200). One surface of the support member 601 supports the display 230. The other surface of the support member 601 opposite to the one surface supports the printed circuit board 250.

[0066] According to one embodiment, electronic device 200 includes a seal member 580 disposed on support member 601. Seal member 580 blocks at least a portion of a path of foreign matter entering a housing (e.g., second housing 220) through a portion of a side surface of the housing, and is disposed on support member 601.

[0067] According to one embodiment, the display driver circuit 410 is disposed within a sealing region (e.g., the first sealing region 391 or the second sealing region 392 in FIG. 3 ) formed by the sealing member 580. For example, the display driver circuit 410 is disposed within the second sealing region 392 in the second housing 220. The second sealing region 392 prevents foreign matter that may enter through a structure (e.g., a hinge structure or a key button) disposed on a portion of the side of the second housing 220 from being transmitted to the display driver circuit 410. For example, the sealing member 580 is the second sealing tape 382 in FIG. 3 disposed within the second housing 220. The foreign matter may be moisture or fine particles. The sealing member 580 is referred to as a waterproof member in view of reducing moisture that enters from the outside. The sealing member 580 is referred to as a dustproof member in view of reducing fine particles that enter from the outside.

[0068] According to one embodiment, the electronic device 200 includes a first elastic member 510 disposed on the support member 601. The first elastic member 510 is disposed between the seal member 580 and the display driver circuit 410. The first elastic member 510 is spaced apart from the seal member 580 or the display driver circuit 410.

[0069] According to one embodiment, the electronic device 200 includes a second elastic member 520 disposed on the support member 601. The second elastic member 520 faces the first elastic member 510 with the display driver circuit 410 sandwiched therebetween. For example, the display driver circuit 410 is disposed between the first elastic member 510 and the second elastic member 520. The second elastic member 520 is spaced apart from the display driver circuit 410 and contacts the support member 601. The protective film 420 extends from the first elastic member 510 to encase the display driver circuit 410 and extends between the second elastic member 520 and the display panel 610.

[0070] According to one embodiment, the electronic device 200 further includes a resin 620 disposed on the support member 601. The resin 620 encapsulates a portion of the display driver circuit 410. The resin 620 is disposed between the first elastic member 510 and the second elastic member 520. The resin 620 encapsulates the display driver circuit 410 together with the first elastic member 510. The resin 620 contacts a second side of the display driver circuit 410 opposite to the first side facing the first elastic member 510. The resin 620 contacts the side of the display driver circuit 410, thereby cushioning impacts applied from the side of the display driver circuit 410. Although the material disposed on the support member 601 has been described as the resin 620, this is not limiting. Instead of the resin 620, a non-conductive member may be disposed on the support member 601.

[0071] Based on the above-described planar arrangement of the first elastic member, the sealing member, and the display driver circuit, the vertical arrangement will be described with reference to FIG.

[0072] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of a first example of the exemplary electronic device of FIG. 5 taken along line BB'.

[0073] Referring to FIG. 6, the electronic device 200 includes a display 230 , a support member 601 , and a battery 255 .

[0074] The configuration of the electronic device 200 will be described based on the case where the display driving circuit 410 is disposed in the second housing 220, but if the display driving circuit 410 is disposed in the first housing 210, the structure in Fig. 6 is the structure of the first housing 210. Even if the electronic device 200 is not a foldable electronic device, the structure in Fig. 6 can be applied within the housing.

[0075] According to one embodiment, the support member 601 is part of the second housing 220. The support member 601 extends from a side of the second housing 220 (e.g., the second side 223 in FIG. 2a) into the interior of the electronic device 200 or the second housing 220. The support member 601 supports the display 230.

[0076] According to one embodiment, the display 230 in the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 includes a display panel 610. The display panel 610 faces the exterior of the electronic device 200. A protective film or panel is disposed on the display panel 610. The protective film or panel includes a transparent material such as polymer or glass. When the electronic device 200 is a foldable electronic device, the glass is ultra-thin glass (UTG), which has ductility and elasticity.

[0077] The electronic device 200 includes a display driver circuit 410 disposed below the display panel 610 and a protective film 420 that encases the display driver circuit 410. The protective film 420 encases at least a portion of the rear surface of the display panel 610 (e.g., the surface facing downward in FIG. 6 ). The display driver circuit 410 is spaced apart from a second portion 420b of the protective film 420 in a direction facing the display panel 610. The protective film 420 protects an integrated circuit (e.g., the display driver circuit 410 or a touch circuit (not shown)) and / or a flexible printed circuit board 430 disposed below the display panel 610. For example, the protective film 420 encases the integrated circuit disposed below the display panel 610 to protect it from foreign matter entering from the outside or from state changes due to folding or unfolding the electronic device 200 or from external impact. The protective film 420 encases at least a portion of the flexible printed circuit board 430 connected to the display driver circuit 410 or the touch circuit. For example, the protective film 420 protects the connection portion of the flexible printed circuit board 430 by wrapping the edge or border of the flexible printed circuit board 430 connected to the display driving circuit 410 or the touch circuit. The flexible printed circuit board 430 electrically connects the printed circuit board (e.g., the printed circuit board 250 in FIG. 2c) and the display driving circuit 410 or the touch circuit. The flexible printed circuit board 430 and the protective film 420 are supported by the second elastic member 520.

[0078] The electronic device 200 includes a support member 601 of the second housing 220 that supports the display 230. A sealing member 580, a first elastic member 510, and a second elastic member 520 are disposed on the support member 601. The support member 601 supports the first elastic member 510, the second elastic member 520, the sealing member 580, and the display 230. The support member 601 contacts the protective film 420 of the display 230. The support member 601 contacts the sealing member 580, the first elastic member 510, and the second elastic member 520. For example, the sealing member 580, such as a waterproof tape, is adhered to the support member 601. The first elastic member 510 and the second elastic member 520 are interposed between the support member 601 and the display 230. The sealing member 580 and the first elastic member 510 on the support member 601 contact the protective film 420.

[0079] According to one embodiment, the seal member 580 blocks at least a portion of a path of foreign matter entering through a portion of the second side surface 223 of the second housing 220. The foreign matter is moisture. The seal member 580 provides a sealing area of ​​a closed curve on the support member 601. The seal member 580 is disposed between the side wall of the second housing 220 and the first elastic member 510 and includes a closed-curve tape extending over the support member 601. The display drive circuit 410 or the touch circuit is disposed within the sealing area. For example, the display drive circuit 410 or the touch circuit is disposed within the closed curve of the seal member 580. The seal member 580 prevents the entered foreign matter (e.g., moisture) from being transmitted to the display drive circuit 410 and the touch circuit.

[0080] According to one embodiment, the first elastic member 510 is disposed between the display 230 and the support member 601 and elastically supports the display 230. The display panel 610 of the display 230 may be deformed due to external factors, such as an external impact or bending due to a change in the state of the electronic device 200. To prevent deformation due to external factors, the first elastic member 510 is configured to prevent the rear surface of the display panel 610 or the display driver circuit 410 disposed on the rear surface of the display panel 610 from contacting the support member 601. The first elastic member 510 is disposed between the display driver circuit 410 and the seal member 580. The first elastic member 510 is disposed closer to the display driver circuit 410 than the seal member 580. For example, the distance between the display driver circuit 410 and the first elastic member 510 is shorter than the distance between the first elastic member 510 and the seal member 580. The first elastic member 510 is a sponge made of a porous material. The first elastic member 510 is compressed by an instantaneous impact, and when an external force such as the impact is removed, it returns to its original state by its restoring force. During the compression process, the first elastic member 510 prevents the external impact from being directly transmitted to the display 230, and the display panel 610 and / or the display driving circuit 410 included in the display 230 do not come into direct contact with the support member 601.

[0081] The protective film 420 includes a first portion 420a of the protective film 420 in contact with the sealing member 580, a second portion 420b of the protective film different from the first portion, and a third portion 420c between the first portion 420a and the second portion 420b. The first portion 420a contacts the sealing member 580. The sealing member 580 reduces moisture intrusion from the outside by filling the gap between the first portion 420a and the support member 601. The second portion 420b contacts the support member 601. The second support member 420b is pressed by a resin 620 attached to the rear surface of the display panel 610. The resin 620 is disposed on the protective film 420. The resin 620 is supported on the support member 601 by pressing the protective film 420. The resin 620 is disposed adjacent to a side surface of the display driver circuit 410. The resin 620 is thicker than the display driver circuit 410. The resin 620, which is thicker than the display driver circuit 410, contacts the protective film 420, and at least a portion of the display driver circuit 410 is spaced apart from the protective film 420. The resin 620 separates the display driver circuit 410 from the protective film 420. This separation forms an air gap between the display driver circuit 410 and the protective film 420. The air gap reduces external impact transmitted to the display driver circuit 410 from the support member 601.

[0082] According to one embodiment, the first elastic member 510, which is located between the support member 601 and the protective film 420, is positioned within a space formed by the sealing member 580, the third portion 420c of the protective film 420 extending from the first portion 420a to the second portion 420b, and the support member 601.

[0083] In a first region where the first portion 420a and the third portion 420c of the protective film 420 are disposed, the support member 601 is spaced apart from the protective film 420 of the display 230 by a distance corresponding to the thicknesses of the sealing member 580 and the elastic member 510. In a second region where the support member 601 is in contact with the second portion 420b of the protective film 420, the support member 601 is spaced apart from the display panel 610 by a distance corresponding to the thicknesses of the protective film 420 and the resin 620. The support member 601 includes a step portion 601s between the first region and the second region.

[0084] According to one embodiment, the electronic device 200 further includes a battery 255 on the underside of the support member 601. The battery 255 is attached to the support member 601. For example, the battery 255 is attached to the support member 601 by an adhesive member 651 interposed between the battery 255 and the support member 601.

[0085] According to the above-described embodiment, the electronic device 200 includes a structure for reducing damage to the display driver circuit 410 due to bending of the display 230 or the display panel 610. The structure includes a first elastic member 510, a second elastic member 520, and a resin 620. The resin 620 reduces impacts applied to the side of the display driver circuit 410. The resin 620 separates the display driver circuit 410 from the support member 601. By separating them, the resin 620 reduces damage to the side of the display driver circuit 410 facing the support member 601. The first elastic member 510 is disposed between the sealing member 580 and the display driver circuit 410 and is disposed close to the display driver circuit 410. The first elastic member 510 prevents bending of the display 230 and the display panel 610. For example, the first elastic member 510 disposed adjacent to the display driver circuit 410 prevents sagging of the driver circuit attachment area of ​​the display panel 610 to which the display driver circuit 410 is attached. Preventing the display panel 610 from bending reduces the likelihood of the display driver circuit 410 coming into direct contact with the support member 601. The first elastic member 510 reduces damage to the display driver circuit 410, which is maintained at a distance from the support member 601. The second elastic member 520 supports the display panel 610 and a portion of the display 230. The second elastic member 520 supports a portion of the protective film 420 that contacts the flexible printed circuit board 631. The first elastic member 510, the second elastic member 520, and the resin 620 described above support the display 230 or the display panel 610, thereby protecting the display driver circuit 410.

[0086] FIG. 7 is a diagram showing another example of the arrangement of the seal member and sponge on the support member in the area A of FIG.

[0087] 7, the electronic device 200 includes a seal member 580, a first elastic member 510, a display driver circuit 410, and a second elastic member 520 within the second housing 220. The structures and arrangements of the seal member 580, the first elastic member 510, and / or the second elastic member 520 are the same as or similar to the structures of the seal member 580, the first elastic member 510, and / or the second elastic member 520 in FIG. 5 will be omitted from the description of the seal member 580, the first elastic member 510, and / or the second elastic member 520 that overlaps with the description of FIG.

[0088] According to one embodiment, the second housing 220 includes an opening 710 in an area corresponding to the display driver circuit 410. The display driver circuit 410 is spaced apart from the opening 710 in a direction toward the display (e.g., the display 230 in FIG. 2a). The display driver circuit 410 is supported by a protective film (e.g., the protective film 420 in FIG. 4).

[0089] According to one embodiment, the opening 710 is formed wider than the display driver circuit 410. For example, when the second housing 220 is viewed from above, the opening 710 overlaps the display driver circuit 410. The display driver circuit 410 overlaps a portion of the opening 710. When the second housing 220 is viewed from above, the edges of the opening 710 are wrapped around the edges of the display driver circuit 410. The opening 710 removes a structure (e.g., the support member 601 in FIG. 6 ) of the second housing 220 disposed below the display driver circuit 410 and provides an air gap between the display driver circuit 410 and a battery (e.g., the battery 255 in FIG. 2c ). The rear surface of the display driver circuit 410 can be protected via the air gap.

[0090] Based on the above-described planar arrangement of the first elastic member, the sealing member, and the display driver circuit, a vertical arrangement will be described with reference to FIGS. 8a, 8b, 8c, and 8d.

[0091] 8a, 8b, 8c, and 8d are cross-sectional views showing various examples of the electronic device of FIG. 7 taken along CC'.

[0092] 8a, 8b, 8c, and 8d, the structures of the first elastic member 510, the second elastic member 520, and the sealing member 580 are the same as or similar to the structures of the display 230, the first elastic member 510, the second elastic member 520, and the sealing member 580 in Fig. 6. Descriptions of parts that overlap with the description of Fig. 6 will be omitted.

[0093] According to one embodiment, the display 230 includes a display panel 610, a display driver circuit 410, a protective film 420, and a flexible printed circuit board 430. The display 230 has resin (e.g., resin 620 in FIG. 6) removed. The protective film 420 from which the resin 620 has been removed contacts one side of the display driver circuit 410. According to one embodiment, the first portion 420a contacts the sealing member 580, and the second portion 420b contacts one side of the display driver circuit 410. The third portion 420c extends from the first portion 420a to the second portion 420b. The first elastic member 510 is interposed between a portion (801) of the support members (801, 802) adjacent to a side surface and the protective film 420. The first elastic member 510 is disposed in a space defined by the sealing member 580, the second portion 420b of the protective film 420, and the portion (801) of the support member.

[0094] According to one embodiment, the resin (e.g., resin 620 in FIG. 6 ) is removed from the display driver circuit 410, and the display driver circuit 410 directly contacts the protective film 420. The protective film 420 supports the display driver circuit 410. The display driver circuit 410 is disposed between the display panel 610 and the protective film 420. Although the air gap between the protective film 420 and the display driver circuit 410 is eliminated, by removing the support members (801, 802) below the display driver circuit 410, the display driver circuit 410 is protected from external impact or bending of the display 230.

[0095] 8a, the electronic device 200 includes an opening 805 (e.g., opening 710 in FIG. 7) formed in the support members (801, 802). The opening 805 formed in the support members (801, 802) separates the display driver circuit 410 from the support members (801, 802) or the battery 255. The opening 805 extends an air gap 810 between the display driver circuit 410 and another part (802) of the support member below the display driver circuit 410 to the space between the display driver circuit 410 and the battery 255. Through the extended air gap 810, the electronic device 200 provides a rear protection structure for the display driver circuit 410. The air gap 810 is enclosed by the battery 255, the support members (801, 802), and the protective film 420.

[0096] According to one embodiment, the support members (801, 802) include an opening 805. The support members (801, 802) are divided into a portion (801) and another portion (802) based on the opening 805 or the display driver circuit 410. The seal member 580 and the first elastic member 510 are disposed in the portion (801) that is closer to the side surface of the second housing 220 based on the display driver circuit 410. The second elastic member 520 is disposed in the other portion (802) that is farther from the side surface of the second housing 220 based on the display driver circuit 410. When the display 230 is viewed from above, the opening 805 overlaps the display driver circuit 410.

[0097] 6 can be removed to provide a sufficient air gap 810 on the back surface of the display driver circuit 410 through the opening 805. For example, in FIG. 6, the gap between the back surface of the display driver circuit 410 and the support member 601 is provided through the resin 620 in FIG. 6. The air gap 810 between the display driver circuit 410 and the battery 255 through the opening 805 in FIGS. 8a to 8d is larger than the air gap in FIG. 6, so the electronic device 200 does not include additional resin.

[0098] The battery 255 contacts the support members (801, 802). The battery 255 is attached to the support members (801, 802) via adhesive members (851, 852). The adhesive members (851, 852) have areas removed that correspond to the opening 805. The removed areas of the adhesive members (851, 852), together with the opening 805, provide an air gap 810. A portion (851) of the adhesive members (851, 852) connects the battery 255 to a portion (801) of the support members (801, 802) on which the first elastic member 510 and the sealing member 580 are arranged. Another portion (852) of the adhesive members (851, 852) connects the battery 255 to the remaining portion (802) of the support members (801, 802) on which the second elastic member 520 is arranged.

[0099] In FIG. 8 a , the display driver circuit 410 can be protected from external impact or bending of the display panel 610 through the first elastic member 510 , the second elastic member 520 and the opening 805 .

[0100] 8b, the adhesive member 860 is integrally formed. A portion 861 of the adhesive member 860 connects the battery 255 to the portion 801 of the support member (801, 802) on which the first elastic member 510 and the sealing member 580 are arranged. A remaining portion 862 of the adhesive member 860 connects the battery 255 to the portion 802 of the support member (801, 802) on which the second elastic member 520 is arranged. Unlike FIG. 8a, the adhesive member 860 further includes an adhesive member 863 in an area corresponding to the opening 805. The adhesive member 863, which is arranged in the area corresponding to the opening 805, includes a non-adhesive material. For example, the adhesive member 860 includes an adhesive material between the support member (801, 802) and the battery 255, and includes a non-adhesive material in an area adjacent to the opening 805. The adhesive member 863 disposed in the area of ​​the adhesive member 860 corresponding to the opening prevents the battery 255 from being exposed and reduces damage to the battery 255 due to contact with the edge of the opening 805 of the support members (801, 802). An air gap 810 is secured through the opening 805. To prevent foreign matter or by-products from inside the electronic device 200 that enter through the opening 805 from adhering to the adhesive member 860, the adhesive member 863 corresponding to the opening 805 is formed of a non-stick material.

[0101] Referring to FIG. 8c, the electronic device 200 further includes a buffer member 890. The buffer member 890 includes a porous sponge that supports the display driver circuit 410. The buffer member 890 elastically supports the display driver circuit 410. The buffer member 890 contacts the protective film 420 at a position corresponding to the display driver circuit 410. For example, the protective film 420 is disposed between the buffer member 890 and the display driver circuit 410. For example, the buffer member 890 fills the air gap 810 in FIG. 8a. The buffer member 890 is surrounded by the battery 255, the support members (801, 802), and the protective film 420. Even if the air gap 810 prevents an object from impacting the back surface of the display driver circuit 410, momentary bending of the display panel 610 may still damage the display driver circuit 410. The buffer member 890 absorbs external impacts to reduce damage to the display panel 400.

[0102] 8d, in the electronic device 200, a cushioning member 890 is attached to the battery 255. The adhesive members (851, 852, 853) include adhesive members (851, 852) that connect the support member and the battery 255, and an adhesive member 853 that connects the cushioning member 890 and the battery 255. The adhesive member 853, which is interposed between the cushioning member 890 and the battery 255, is disposed in an area corresponding to the opening 805. The adhesive member 853 has a narrower cross-sectional area than the cushioning member 890. For example, the adhesive member 853 completely overlaps the cushioning member 890 when the display panel 610 is viewed from above. The electronic device further includes an adhesive member including a non-stick material that is disposed between the adhesive member 853 and the remaining adhesive members (851, 852).

[0103] In the electronic device of FIGS. 8c and 8d, by disposing the buffer member 890, it is possible to not only protect the display driver circuit 410 but also reduce damage to the battery 255 due to impact.

[0104] The electronic device 200 according to the above-described embodiment can reduce the material cost of the display 230 by removing the resin 620. During the manufacturing process of the electronic device 200, the thickness of the electronic device 200 can be reduced by removing the resin 620, which is relatively thicker than the display driving circuit 410. Removing the thick resin 620 in the electronic device 200 can increase the battery capacity.

[0105] FIG. 9 is a diagram showing an example of the arrangement of the seal member on the support member and the sponge that encases the display driver circuit in the area A in FIG.

[0106] 9, the electronic device 200 includes a seal member 580, a first elastic member 510, a display driver circuit 410, and a second elastic member 920 within the second housing 220. The structure and arrangement of the seal member 580, the first elastic member 510, and / or the second elastic member 920 are the same as or similar to the structure of the seal member 580, the first elastic member 510, and / or the second elastic member 520 in FIG. 5 and / or FIG. 7. Portions of the description of the seal member 580, the first elastic member 510, and / or the second elastic member 520 that overlap with the description of FIG. 5 and / or FIG. 7 will be omitted.

[0107] According to one embodiment, the second housing 220 includes an opening 710 in an area corresponding to the display driver circuit 410. The display driver circuit 410 is spaced apart from the opening 710 in a direction toward the display (e.g., the display 230 in FIG. 2a). The display driver circuit 410 is supported by a protective film (e.g., the protective film 420 in FIG. 4).

[0108] According to one embodiment, the first elastic member 510 and the second elastic member 920 wrap around the display driver circuit 410. The second elastic member 920 extends along a side of the display driver circuit 410 toward the folding axis in a first region 921. The second elastic member 920 includes a second region 922 and a third region 923 on either side of the first region 921 that extend toward the first elastic member 510. The second elastic member 920 wraps around a portion of the side of the display driver circuit 410. The first elastic member 910 wraps around the remaining portion of the side of the display driver circuit 410.

[0109] According to one embodiment, the second elastic member 920 extends to the area where the resin 620 is disposed in Figure 6. The second elastic member 920 protects the side surfaces of the display driver circuit 410.

[0110] According to the above-described embodiment, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device 200 in FIG. 6 ) includes a housing (e.g., second housing 220 in FIG. 6 ). The electronic device includes a display (e.g., display 230 in FIG. 6 ) disposed within the housing. The display includes a display panel, a display driver circuit (e.g., display driver circuit 410 in FIG. 6 ) in contact with the display panel, and a protective film (e.g., protective film 420 in FIG. 6 ) covering the display driver circuit. The electronic device further includes a support member 601. The support member extends from a side surface of the housing and contacts the display. The electronic device includes a sealing member (e.g., sealing member 580 in FIG. 6 ). The sealing member blocks at least a portion of a path for foreign matter entering through a portion of the side surface of the housing and is supported by the support member. The electronic device includes a first elastic member 510. The first elastic member is disposed on the support member within the housing. The sealing member on the support member and the first elastic member are attached to the protective film. A second portion of the protective film, different from the first portion of the protective film in contact with the sealing member, is attached to a portion of the display driver circuit. A first elastic member is disposed between the support member and the protective film. The first elastic member fills at least a portion of a space formed by the sealing member, a third portion of the protective film extending from the first portion to the second portion, and the support member.

[0111] According to the above-described embodiment, the first elastic member and the second elastic member can protect the display driving circuit. The first elastic member and the second elastic member can support the display panel, thereby preventing the display panel from bending. The first elastic member and the second elastic member can reduce damage to the display panel caused by contact with the support member by preventing the display panel from bending. The above-described embodiment has various effects, including the effects described above.

[0112] According to one embodiment, the electronic device further includes a resin (e.g., resin 620 in FIG. 6 ). The resin contacts a second side of the display driver circuit opposite the first side facing the first elastic member. The resin is interposed between the display panel and the protective film.

[0113] In one embodiment, the thickness of the resin is greater than the thickness of the display driver circuitry.

[0114] According to one embodiment, the protective film forms an air gap between the display driver circuit and the second part. According to the above-described embodiment, the resin can protect the display driver circuit. The resin can support the display panel, thereby preventing the display panel from bending. The resin is attached to the side of the display driver circuit to not only prevent damage to the side of the display driver circuit, but also provide an air gap between the display driver circuit and the protective film or between the display driver circuit and the support member. By providing an air gap between the display driver circuit and the support member, damage to the display driver circuit caused by contact with the support member can be reduced. The above-described embodiment has various effects, including the effects described above.

[0115] According to one embodiment, the distance between the display driver circuit and the first elastic member is shorter than the distance between the first elastic member and the sealing member. According to the above embodiment, the first elastic member disposed adjacent to the display driver circuit can reduce deflection of the display panel in the area where the display driver circuit is disposed. By reducing deflection of the display panel in the area where the display driver circuit is disposed, contact or collision between the display driver circuit and the support member can be reduced. The above embodiment has various effects, including the effects described above.

[0116] According to one embodiment, the sealing member is interposed between the side wall of the housing and the first elastic member and includes a tape that extends in a closed curve on the support portion.

[0117] The closed curve of the sealing member encloses at least a portion of the side surface of the display driving circuit. According to the above-described embodiment, the sealing member can prevent moisture or foreign matter from entering from the outside of the electronic device and being transmitted to the inside of the electronic device. By enclosing the display driving circuit, the sealing member can prevent moisture or foreign matter from entering the display driving circuit. The above-described embodiment has various advantages, including the above-described advantages.

[0118] According to one embodiment, the electronic device further includes a second elastic member spaced apart from the display driving circuit and in contact with the support member. The display driving circuit is disposed between the first elastic member and the second elastic member. According to one embodiment, the protective film extends from the first elastic member to encase the display driving circuit and extend between the second elastic member and the flexible display panel. According to the above embodiment, by disposing the first elastic member and the second elastic member on both sides of the display driving circuit, the display driving circuit can be elastically supported. The display driving circuit can reduce external impacts. The above embodiment has various advantages, including the above-mentioned advantages.

[0119] The flexible display panel further includes a flexible printed circuit board (e.g., flexible printed circuit board 430 in FIG. 6) electrically connected to the display driving circuit and in contact with the protective film. The flexible printed circuit board is supported by the protective film. The protective film is supported by a second elastic member.

[0120] The support portion includes a first opening (e.g., first opening 805 in FIG. 8b). The first opening surrounds the display driver circuit when the flexible display panel is viewed from above. According to the above-described embodiment, the first opening can provide an air gap to the back surface of the display driver circuit to reduce shocks transmitted to the display driver circuit. The above-described embodiment has various advantages, including the above-described advantages.

[0121] According to one embodiment, the electronic device further includes a battery (e.g., battery 255 in FIG. 6) disposed inside the housing, and an adhesive member (e.g., adhesive member 651 in FIG. 6) that connects the battery to the support portion. According to the above-described embodiment, the battery can be connected to the support portion and stably positioned. The above-described embodiment has various advantages, including the above-described advantages.

[0122] According to one embodiment, the support portion is disposed between the flexible display panel and the battery. According to one embodiment, the adhesive member includes a second opening that overlaps the first opening when the display is viewed from above. According to the above embodiment, the adhesive member includes the second opening, thereby expanding the air gap. The above embodiment has various advantages, including the above-mentioned advantages.

[0123] According to one embodiment, the electronic device further includes a battery (e.g., battery 255 in FIG. 8a) disposed inside the electronic device and adhesive members (e.g., adhesive members 851 and 852 in FIG. 8a) that attach the battery to the support portion. According to one embodiment, the support portion is disposed between the flexible display panel and the battery. The adhesive member (e.g., adhesive member 860 in FIG. 8b) includes a non-adhesive region (e.g., adhesive member 863 corresponding to the opening in FIG. 8b) that overlaps the first opening when the display is viewed from above. According to the above embodiment, the non-adhesive region can prevent direct contact between the battery and the support portion, thereby preventing damage to the battery. The adhesive member including the non-adhesive region can reduce adhesion of foreign matter to the exposed portion. The above-described embodiment has various advantages, including the above-described advantages.

[0124] According to one embodiment, the electronic device further includes a third elastic member (e.g., buffer member 890 in FIG. 8c) occupying at least a portion of the first opening. The third elastic member contacts the protective film. According to the above embodiment, the elastic member can fill the air gap and elastically support the display driver circuit. The elastic member can absorb external shocks transmitted to the display driver circuit. The above embodiment has various advantages, including the above-mentioned advantages.

[0125] According to one embodiment, the electronic device further includes a second elastic member (eg, second elastic member 520 in FIG. 8c) disposed on the support member and enveloping at least a portion of the edge of the first opening.

[0126] According to one embodiment, the electronic device further includes a battery disposed inside the electronic device and an adhesive member that attaches the battery and the support portion. The third elastic member is coupled to the battery via the adhesive member. According to the above embodiment, the elastic member is attached to the battery via the adhesive member and is positioned at a specified position below the display driver circuit. The position of the elastic member can be maintained even when subjected to external impact. The above embodiment has various advantages, including the above-mentioned advantages.

[0127] According to one embodiment, the support portion includes a step portion disposed between the first elastic member and the display driver circuit.

[0128] According to one embodiment, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device 101 in FIG. 2c) includes a first housing (e.g., first housing 210 in FIG. 2c) having a first surface facing a first direction, a sidewall (e.g., second side surface 223 in FIG. 2c) that provides at least a portion of a side surface of the electronic device, and a support portion (e.g., second support member 280 in FIG. 2c) extending from the sidewall into the interior of the electronic device, a second housing (e.g., second housing 220 in FIG. 2c) including a second surface facing the first direction, and a hinge structure (e.g., hinge structure 260 in FIG. 2c) configured to rotatably connect the first housing and the second housing relative to a folding axis to provide an unfolded state in which the first surface and the second surface face in the same direction or a folded state in which the first surface and the second surface face opposite each other. The electronic device includes a flexible display (e.g., display 230 in FIG. 2c ) disposed on a first surface and a second surface across a folding axis, the display including a first display region corresponding to the first surface, a second display region corresponding to the second surface, and a third display region between the first and second display regions. The display includes a flexible display panel (e.g., display panel 610 in FIG. 6 ), a protective film (e.g., protective film 420 in FIG. 6 ) extending along the first surface of the flexible display panel from an edge of the flexible display toward the interior of the electronic device, and a display driver circuit (e.g., display driver circuit 410 in FIG. 6 ) disposed between the protective film and the flexible display panel. The electronic device includes a sealing member (e.g., sealing member 580 in FIG. 6 ) extending along the sidewall and disposed between the support portion and the protective film. The electronic device includes a first elastic member (e.g., first elastic member 580 in FIG. 6 ) disposed between the support portion and the protective film to elastically support the protective film. The electronic device includes a resin (eg, resin 620 in FIG. 6) in contact with a second side that faces the first side of the display driver circuit that faces the first elastic member.The protective film includes a first portion (e.g., first portion 420a in FIG. 6) that contacts the seal member, a second portion (e.g., second portion 420b in FIG. 6) that contacts the support member and is different from the first portion, and a third portion (e.g., third portion 420c in FIG. 6) that extends from the first portion to the second portion. The seal member, third portion, and support member encase the first elastic member.

[0129] According to the above-described embodiment, the first elastic member and the second elastic member can protect the display driving circuit. The first elastic member and the second elastic member can support the display panel, thereby preventing the display panel from bending. The first elastic member and the second elastic member can reduce damage to the display panel caused by contact with the support member by preventing the display panel from bending. The above-described embodiment has various effects, including the effects described above.

[0130] According to one aspect of the present invention, an electronic device comprises a first housing, a second housing, a hinge structure rotatably connecting the first housing and the second housing, a display panel arranged in the first housing and the second housing across the hinge structure, a display drive circuit arranged on one side of the display panel, and a display including a protective film encasing the display drive circuit, a support member arranged in a portion of the first housing or the second housing to support the display, a sealing member arranged between the protective film and the support member to block at least a portion of the path of foreign matter entering from the outside, and a first elastic member arranged between the protective film and the support member, wherein a second portion of the protective film, different from the first portion of the protective film in contact with the sealing member, contacts a portion of the display drive circuit, and the first elastic member is enclosed by a third portion of the protective film arranged between the support member and the protective film and extending from the first portion to the second portion, and the support member.

[0131] According to one aspect of the present invention, the electronic device further includes a resin in contact with a second side of the display driving circuit opposite to the first side facing the first elastic member, the resin being configured to contact the display panel and the protective film and support the display panel.

[0132] According to one aspect of the present invention, the resin is thicker than the display driver circuitry.

[0133] According to one aspect of the present invention, the display driver circuit is spaced apart from the second portion of the protective film in a direction facing the display panel.

[0134] According to one aspect of the present invention, the distance between the display driver circuit and the first elastic member is shorter than the distance between the first elastic member and the sealing member.

[0135] According to one aspect of the present invention, the sealing member includes a closed curved tape disposed between the side wall of the first housing or the second housing and the first elastic member and extending from above the support member.

[0136] According to one aspect of the present invention, the display driver circuit is disposed within the closed curve of the seal member.

[0137] According to one aspect of the present invention, the display panel further includes a second elastic member spaced apart from the display driving circuit and in contact with the support member, the display driving circuit being disposed between the first elastic member and the second elastic member, a protective film extending from the first elastic member to enclose the display driving circuit, and a portion of the protective film being disposed between the second elastic member and the display panel.

[0138] According to one aspect of the present invention, the display panel further includes a flexible printed circuit board electrically connected to the display driving circuit and in contact with the protective film, and the flexible printed circuit board and the protective film are supported by a second elastic member.

[0139] According to one aspect of the present invention, the support member includes a first opening that overlaps the display driver circuit when the display panel is viewed from above.

[0140] According to one aspect of the present invention, the electronic device further includes a battery disposed inside the electronic device and an adhesive member that attaches the battery and the support member, the support member being disposed between the display panel and the battery, and the adhesive member including a second opening that overlaps the first opening when the display is viewed from above.

[0141] According to one aspect of the present invention, the electronic device further includes a battery disposed inside the electronic device and an adhesive member that attaches the battery and the support member, the support member being disposed between the display panel and the battery, and the adhesive member including a non-adhesive region that overlaps the first opening when the display is viewed from above.

[0142] According to one aspect of the present invention, the electronic device further includes a buffer member that occupies at least a portion of the first opening, and the buffer member contacts the protective film.

[0143] According to one aspect of the present invention, the electronic device further includes a second elastic member disposed on the support member and enveloping at least a portion of the edge of the first opening.

[0144] According to one aspect of the present invention, the electronic device further includes a battery disposed inside the electronic device and an adhesive member that attaches the battery and the support member, and the buffer member is disposed on the adhesive member.

[0145] According to one aspect of the present invention, the support member includes a step portion disposed between the first elastic member and the display driver circuit.

[0146] According to one aspect of the present invention, an electronic device includes a first housing having a first surface facing a first direction, a sidewall that provides at least a portion of a side surface of the electronic device and a support member extending from the sidewall into the interior of the electronic device, a second housing including a second surface facing the first direction, a hinge structure configured to rotatably connect the first housing and the second housing with respect to a folding axis to provide an unfolded state in which the first surface and the second surface face in the same direction or a folded state in which the first surface and the second surface face each other, and a display disposed on the first surface and the second surface across the folding axis, the display including a first display area corresponding to the first surface, a second display area corresponding to the second surface, and a third display area between the first display area and the second display area. The electronic device includes a display including a display panel, a protective film extending along a first surface of the display panel from an edge of the display toward the inside of the electronic device, and a display driving circuit arranged between the protective film and the display panel; a sealing member extending along the side wall and arranged between a support member and the protective film; a first elastic member arranged between the support member and the protective film to elastically support the protective film, and a resin in contact with a second side surface facing a first side surface of the display driving circuit facing the first elastic member, wherein the protective film includes a first portion in contact with the sealing member, a second portion in contact with the support member, and a third portion extending from the first portion to the second portion, and the first elastic member is enclosed by the third portion and the support member.

[0147] According to one aspect of the present invention, the resin is thicker than the display driver circuit and is configured to contact the display panel and the protective film and support the display panel.

[0148] According to one aspect of the present invention, the display driver circuit is spaced apart from the protective film in the direction in which the display panel faces, and the protective film is in contact with the support member.

[0149] According to one aspect of the present invention, the distance between the display driver circuit and the first elastic member is shorter than the distance between the first elastic member and the sealing member.

[0150] According to one aspect of the present invention, the sealing member has a closed curve extending from above the support member, and is disposed between the side wall of the second housing and the first elastic member.

[0151] According to one aspect of the present invention, the display driver circuit is disposed within the closed curve of the seal member.

[0152] According to one aspect of the present invention, the electronic device further includes a second elastic member spaced apart from the display driver circuit and in contact with the support member, the display driver circuit being disposed between the first elastic member and the second elastic member, and the protective film extending from the first elastic member to encase the display driver circuit and the resin and extending between the second elastic member and the display panel.

[0153] According to one aspect of the present invention, the display panel further includes a flexible printed circuit board electrically connected to the display driving circuit and in contact with the protective film, and the flexible printed circuit board and the protective film are supported by a second elastic member.

[0154] Electronic devices according to various embodiments of the present invention may take various forms, including, for example, a portable communication device (e.g., a smartphone), a computing device, a portable multimedia device, a portable medical device, a camera, a wearable device, or a consumer electronic device. Electronic devices according to embodiments of the present invention are not limited to the above-mentioned devices.

[0155] It should be understood that the various embodiments of the present invention and the terms used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described herein to a specific embodiment, but include various modifications, equivalents, or alternatives of the embodiment. With regard to the description of the drawings, like reference numerals are used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item includes one or more of the item unless the relevant context clearly dictates otherwise. In this specification, each of phrases such as "A or B," "at least one of A and B," "at least one of A or B," "A, B, or C," "at least one of A, B, and C," and "at least one of A, B, or C" includes any or all possible combinations of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase. Terms such as "first," "second," "first," or "second" are used merely to distinguish a component from other corresponding components and do not limit the component in other aspects (e.g., importance or order). When a (e.g., first) component is referred to as being "coupled" or "connected" to another (e.g., second) component, either in combination with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicatively," this means that the component is connected to the other component directly (e.g., by wire), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0156] The term "module" used in various embodiments of the present invention includes a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and is used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit. A module is an integrated component or the smallest unit or portion thereof that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, a module is embodied in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0157] Various embodiments of the present invention are embodied as software (e.g., program 140) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., internal memory 136 or external memory 138) readable by a machine (e.g., electronic device 101). For example, a processor (e.g., processor 120) of the machine (e.g., electronic device 101) retrieves and executes at least one instruction from the one or more instructions stored in the storage medium. This enables the machine to operate to perform at least one function according to the retrieved at least one instruction. The one or more instructions include code generated by a compiler or code executed by an interpreter. The machine-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, the term "non-transitory" simply means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not include signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves). This term does not distinguish between data being stored semi-permanently and data being stored temporarily on the storage medium.

[0158] According to one embodiment, methods according to various embodiments of the present invention are provided in a computer program product. The computer program product is traded as a commodity between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., a compact disc read only memory (CD-ROM)) or may be available through an application store (e.g., the Play Store). TM ) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smartphones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product is at least temporarily stored on or temporarily generated in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or an intermediary server.

[0159] According to various embodiments, each of the above components (e.g., modules or programs) includes one or more entities, and some of the entities are separated into different components. According to various embodiments, one or more of the above-described components or operations are omitted, or one or more other components or operations are added. Alternatively or additionally, multiple components (e.g., modules or programs) are integrated into a single component. In this case, the integrated component performs one or more functions of each of the multiple components in the same or similar manner as performed by the corresponding component of the multiple components before integration. According to various embodiments, the operations performed by a module, program, or other component are performed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations are performed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations are added. [Explanation of symbols]

[0160] 100 Network Environment 101, 102, 104, 200, 300 Electronic equipment 108 servers 120 processors 121 Main Processor 123 Auxiliary Processor 130 memory 132 Volatile Memory 134 Non-volatile memory 136 internal memory 138 external memory 140 Programs 142 Operating Systems 144 Middleware 145 Applications 150 Input Module 155 Acoustic Output Module 160 Display Module 170 Audio Module 176 Sensor Module 177 Interface 178 connection terminal 179 Tactile Module 180 camera module 188 Power Management Module 189, 255 Battery 190 Communication Module 192 Wireless Communication Module 194 Wired Communication Module 196 Subscriber Identity Module 197 Antenna Module 198, 199 First and second networks 210, 220 First and second housings 211, 212, 221, 222 1st to 4th sides 213, 223 First and second aspects 214, 224 First and second protective members 226, 234, 236 cameras 228 Conductive materials 229 Non-conductive materials 230 (flexible) display 231, 232, 233 1st to 3rd display areas 235, 400, 610 display panel 237 Bending shaft 238 Sensor Module 250 printed circuit boards 251, 252, 253 First to third printed circuit boards 260 Hinge structure 263 Hinge Module 265 Hinge cover 266, 267 First and second hinge plates 270, 280 First and second support members 285 Antenna 290 Back Plate 331, 332, 333, 710, 805 aperture 381, 382, ​​383 1st to 3rd sealing tapes 391, 392 First and second sealing areas 401 one end 410 Display driver circuit 420 Protective Film 420a, 420b, 420c First to third parts 430 Flexible Printed Circuit Board 431 Connector 510 First elastic member 520, 920 Second elastic member 580 Sealing material 601, 801, 802 Support members 601s step 620 Resin 651, 851, 852, 853, 863 Adhesive materials 810 Air Gap 861 part 862 Remaining part 890 Cushioning material 921, 922, 923 Areas 1 to 3

Claims

1. a first housing 210; a second housing 220; and a hinge structure 260 configured to rotatably couple the first housing 210 and the second housing 220; a display 230 including a display panel (400, 610) disposed on the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 across the hinge structure 260, and a display driver circuit 410 disposed on the rear surface of the display panel (400, 610); a support member 601 that supports the display 230 and is disposed on a part of the first housing 210 or the second housing 220; a seal member 580 configured to block at least a part of a path of foreign matter entering from the outside and disposed between the display 230 and the support member 601; and a first elastic member (510) disposed between the display driver circuit (410) and a seal member (580).

2. a resin 620 in contact with a second side of the display driver circuit 410 opposite to the first side facing the first elastic member 510; The display 230 includes a protective film 420 that encases the display driving circuit 410; 2. The electronic device (101, 200) according to claim 1, wherein the resin (620) is configured to contact the display panel (400, 610) and the protective film (420) and support the display panel (400, 610).

3. The electronic device (101, 200) of claim 2, wherein the resin (620) is thicker than the display driver circuit (410).

4. The display 230 includes a protective film 420 that encases the display drive circuit 410, 2. The electronic device (101, 200) of claim 1, wherein the display driver circuit (410) is spaced apart from the second portion (420b) of the protective film (420) in a direction in which the display panel (400, 610) faces.

5. The electronic device (101, 200) of claim 1, wherein the distance between the display driver circuit 410 and the first elastic member 510 is shorter than the distance between the first elastic member 510 and the sealing member 580.

6. The electronic device (101, 200) of claim 1, characterized in that the sealing member 580 includes a closed curve tape arranged between the side wall of the first housing 210 or the second housing 220 and the first elastic member 510 and extending from above the support member 601.

7. 7. The electronic device (101, 200) of claim 6, wherein the display driver circuit (410) is disposed within the closed curve of the seal member (580).

8. a second elastic member 520 spaced apart from the display driving circuit 410 and in contact with the support member 601; The display 230 includes a protective film 420 that encases the display driving circuit 410; the display driver circuit 410 is disposed between the first elastic member 510 and the second elastic member 520; The protective film 420 extends from the first elastic member 510 and encloses the display driving circuit 410 ; The electronic device (101, 200) of claim 1, wherein a portion of the protective film (420) is disposed between the second elastic member (520) and the display panel (400, 610).

9. The display 230 includes a protective film 420 that encases the display drive circuit 410, The display panel 400, 610 further includes a flexible printed circuit board 430 electrically connected to the display driving circuit 410 and in contact with the protection film 420, The electronic device (101, 200) according to claim 8, wherein the flexible printed circuit board (430) and the protective film (420) are supported by the second elastic member (520).

10. 2. The electronic device (101, 200) of claim 1, wherein the support member (601) includes a first opening that overlaps the display driver circuit (410) when the display panel (400, 610) is viewed from above.

11. a battery disposed inside the electronic device (101, 200); an adhesive member for attaching the battery and the support member 601; The support member 601 is disposed between the display panel (400, 610) and the battery, 11. The electronic device (101, 200) of claim 10, wherein the adhesive member includes a second opening that overlaps the first opening when the display (230) is viewed from above.

12. a battery disposed inside the electronic device (101, 200); and an adhesive member for attaching the battery and the support member 601. The support member 601 is disposed between the display panel (400, 610) and the battery; 11. The electronic device (101, 200) of claim 10, wherein the adhesive member includes a non-adhesive area that overlaps the first opening when the display (230) is viewed from above.

13. The display 230 includes a protective film 420 that encases the display driving circuit 410, a buffer member (890) that occupies at least a portion of the first opening and contacts the protective film (420); 12. The electronic device (101, 200) of claim 11, further comprising at least one second elastic member (520) disposed on the support member (601) and enveloping at least a portion of an edge of the first opening.

14. An electronic device (101, 200) as described in Claim 13, characterized in that the buffer member 890 is arranged on the adhesive member.

15. 2. The electronic device (101, 200) of claim 1, wherein the support member (601) includes a step portion disposed between the first elastic member (510) and the display driver circuit (410).

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