Wearable device and method for measuring biometric information

Abstract

An embodiment according to the present disclosure comprises a display forming the front surface of a wearable device, a frame on which the display is mounted and which forms the side surface of the wearable device, wherein the frame comprises a plurality of conductive regions and non-conductive regions exposed between the plurality of conductive regions, a plurality of biosensors disposed in the space formed by the frame and electrically connected to the plurality of conductive regions, and a processor electrically connected to the plurality of biosensors, wherein the processor detects the occurrence of an event related to the acquisition of bio-information, identifies at least one conductive region among the plurality of conductive regions for acquiring the bio-information in response to the occurrence of the event, and is configured to acquire the bio-information using the identified at least one conductive region. In addition to this, various embodiments as identified from the specification are possible.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] Various embodiments according to the present disclosure relate to a technology for measuring bio-information using electrodes in a wearable electronic device. Background Technology

[0002] With increasing interest in health, biosignal measurement capabilities are becoming increasingly common in electronic devices. Electronic devices can be attached to a user's body to measure their biometric information. For example, electronic devices can measure biometric data such as heart rate, galvanic skin response (GSR), electrocardiography (ECG), and bioelectrical impedance.

[0003] Electronic devices may utilize biosensors to measure biological information. For example, electronic devices may measure biological information such as electrocardiograms, bioelectrical impedance, and electro-skin responses using biosensors such as ECG sensors, BIA sensors, and GSR sensors. The technology forming the background of the present disclosure is proposed in Korean Patent Application No. 10-2017-0010704 and Korean Patent No. 10-2096804. The problem to be solved

[0004] Meanwhile, the frame of a wearable device can generally be formed from metallic materials such as stainless steel (SUS) or aluminum (Al) to increase durability and create a design similar to a conventional analog watch. In addition, to configure multiple electrodes for measuring various biosignals in addition to ECG, the frame and electrodes of the wearable device must be separated to prevent mutual interference. To achieve this, the frame of the wearable device must be divided or a separate contact point, such as a key, must be created; however, the more the frame is divided, the more vulnerable it becomes to durability and water resistance, and mounting the key on the side of the frame is also limited in terms of space and design. means of solving the problem

[0005] A wearable device in one embodiment includes a display forming the front surface of the wearable device and a frame on which the display is mounted and which forms the side surface of the wearable device, wherein the frame includes a plurality of conductive regions and non-conductive regions exposed between the plurality of conductive regions, and comprises a plurality of biosensors disposed in the space formed by the frame and electrically connected to the plurality of conductive regions, and a processor electrically connected to the plurality of biosensors, wherein the processor confirms the occurrence of an event related to the acquisition of bio-information, identifies at least one conductive region among the plurality of conductive regions for acquiring the bio-information in response to the occurrence of the event, and may be configured to acquire the bio-information using the identified at least one conductive region.

[0006] A wearable device in one embodiment includes a display forming the front surface of the wearable device and a frame on which the display is mounted and which forms the side surface of the wearable device, wherein the frame includes a plurality of conductive regions and a non-conductive region exposed between the plurality of conductive regions, and comprises at least one grip sensor disposed in the space formed by the frame and electrically connected to the plurality of conductive regions, and a processor electrically connected to the at least one grip sensor, wherein the processor may be configured to detect the occurrence of an event for executing a designated operation, identify a conductive region among the plurality of conductive regions that is in contact with a first part of the user's body in response to the occurrence of the event, and execute a designated operation in response to identifying the contacted conductive region. Effects of the invention

[0007] A wearable device in various embodiments according to the present disclosure can be freely implemented in terms of design by arranging a plurality of electrodes on a frame, while simultaneously providing various functions. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0008] FIG. 1 is a drawing showing a wearable device according to one embodiment being mounted on a part of the body. FIG. 2a is a perspective view of a wearable device according to one embodiment. FIG. 2b is an unfolded perspective view of a wearable device according to one embodiment. FIG. 2c is an exploded view of the bottom surface of a wearable device according to one embodiment. FIGS. 3A and FIGS. 3B are drawings for illustrating the frame structure of a wearable device according to one embodiment. FIGS. 4a and FIGS. 4b are drawings for illustrating the frame structure of a wearable device according to another embodiment. FIG. 5 is a block diagram of a wearable device according to one embodiment. FIG. 6a is a flowchart regarding the determination of electrodes for measuring a user's biometric information in a wearable device according to one embodiment. FIG. 6b is a flowchart for determining electrodes to perform a specified operation in a wearable device according to another embodiment. FIGS. 7a to 7c are drawings showing a plurality of electrodes included in a wearable device according to various embodiments. FIG. 8 is a diagram showing a state in which a plurality of electrodes are arranged in a wearable device according to one embodiment. FIGS. 9a to 9c show a UI provided on a display in a wearable device of various embodiments. FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a state in which a plurality of electrodes are arranged in a wearable device of one embodiment. FIG. 11 is a block diagram of an electronic device in a different network environment in one embodiment. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0009] FIG. 1 is a drawing showing a wearable device in one embodiment being mounted on a part of the body.

[0010] According to one embodiment, the wearable device (100) of FIG. 1 may be a smart watch as illustrated. Not limited thereto, the wearable device (100) may be a device of various forms that can be attached to and used on a user's body.

[0011] According to one embodiment, the wearable device (100) is provided with a strap (130) so that it can be attached to the user's body by wrapping the strap (130) around the user's wrist. Not limited thereto, the wearable device (100) can be attached to various parts of the user's body depending on the shape, size, etc. of the wearable device (100). For example, the wearable device (100) can be attached to the hand, back of the hand, fingers, fingernails, fingertips, etc.

[0012] FIG. 2a is a perspective view of a wearable device in one embodiment.

[0013] Referring to FIG. 2a, the wearable device (100) may include a frame (110), a display (120), and a strap (130). According to one embodiment, the wearable device (100) may omit at least one of the illustrated components or additionally include other components.

[0014] According to one embodiment, the frame (110) may include an upper surface, a lower surface, and a side portion surrounding the space between the upper surface and the lower surface. According to one embodiment, the frame (110) may be configured in various combinations. For example, the frame (110) may be configured in a combination of the side bezel structure (111) in FIG. 2b, a wheel key (121), a rear plate (193), and a rear cover window (148). According to one embodiment, the frame (110) may include a plurality of conductive regions. In this document, a conductive region may simply be referred to as an electrode (at least one).

[0015] According to one embodiment, a plurality of electrodes may be disposed on at least a portion of the frame (110). For example, when the wearable device (100) is worn on a user's wrist, two or more electrically isolated electrodes (e.g., 201a, 201b) may be disposed on the lower surface that contacts the user's wrist. For example, as shown in FIG. 2a, a plurality of electrodes (e.g., 1 to 8) may be disposed at a predetermined interval on an upper surface or side other than the lower surface. According to one embodiment, the shape or size of the electrodes may be configured in various ways.

[0016] According to one embodiment, the display (120) can display the user's biometric data obtained through a biometric sensor. According to one embodiment, the display (120) can switch the output screen based on user input to a part of the frame (110) (e.g., bezel) or input to the display (120). For example, the display (120) can switch from a watch screen to a biometric data screen (e.g., body composition and heart rate) in response to user input.

[0017] According to one embodiment, the strap (130) is connected to at least a part of the frame (110) and can detachably attach the wearable device (100) to a part of the user's body (e.g., wrist, ankle, etc.). According to one embodiment, the user of the wearable device (100) can adjust the strap (130) to increase the degree of contact.

[0018] FIG. 2b is an unfolded perspective view of a wearable device in one embodiment.

[0019] Referring to FIG. 2b, the electronic device (100) may include a side bezel structure (111), a wheel key (121), a front plate (101), a display (120), an antenna (150), a support member (160) (e.g., a bracket), a battery (170), a printed circuit board (180), a sealing member (190), a rear plate (193), and a strap (130). The support member (160) may be disposed inside the electronic device (100) and connected to the side bezel structure (111), or may be formed integrally with the side bezel structure (111). The support member (160) may be formed from, for example, a metal material and / or a non-metal (e.g., a polymer) material. The support member (160) may have a display (120) attached to one side and a printed circuit board (180) attached to the other side. A printed circuit board (180) may be equipped with a processor, memory, and / or an interface. The processor may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphics processing unit (GPU), an application processor sensor processor, or a communication processor.

[0020] The memory may include, for example, volatile memory or non-volatile memory. The interface may include, for example, HDMI (high definition multimedia interface), USB (universal serial bus) interface, SD card interface, and / or audio interface. The interface may, for example, electrically or physically connect the electronic device (100) to an external electronic device and may include a USB connector, an SD card / MMC connector, or an audio connector.

[0021] The battery (170) is a device for supplying power to at least one component of the electronic device (100) and may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell. At least a portion of the battery (170) may be disposed substantially coplanar with, for example, a printed circuit board (180). The battery (170) may be disposed integrally inside the electronic device (100) or may be disposed detachably from the electronic device (100).

[0022] An antenna (150) may be positioned between the display (120) and the support member (160). The antenna (150) may include, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and / or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. The antenna (150) may, for example, communicate near field with an external device, wirelessly transmit and receive power required for charging, and transmit a magnetic-based signal including a near field communication signal or payment data. In another embodiment, the antenna structure may be formed by a part of the side bezel structure (111) and / or a combination thereof of the support member (160).

[0023] The sealing member (190) may be positioned between the side bezel structure (111) and the rear plate (193). The sealing member (190) may be configured to block moisture and foreign matter from entering the space enclosed by the side bezel structure (111) and the rear plate (193) from the outside.

[0024] The biosensor (140) and the wireless charging coil (142) may be located between the rear plate (193) and the rear cover window (148). In another embodiment, the biosensor (140) and the wireless charging coil (142) may be located between the sealing member (190) and the rear plate (193).

[0025] The grip sensor (146) may be located between the rear plate (193) and the rear cover window (148). According to one embodiment, the grip sensor (146) may be located in a portion excluding the portion corresponding to the area of ​​the biosensor (140).

[0026] FIG. 2c shows an exploded view of the bottom surface of a wearable electronic device in one embodiment.

[0027] Referring to FIG. 2c, a rear plate (193), a rear cover window (148), a biosensor (140), a grip sensor (146), and a wireless charging coil (142) may be located on the lower surface of a wearable device (e.g., the wearable device (100) of FIG. 2a).

[0028] According to one embodiment, the rear plate (193) and the rear cover window (148) can be combined to form an internal space. Various electronic components may be mounted in the internal space. For example, a biosensor (140), a grip sensor (146), and a wireless charging coil (142) may be located between the rear plate (193) and the rear cover window (148). According to one embodiment, when the biosensor (140) and the wireless charging coil (142) are placed inside the electronic device (100) rather than the rear plate (193), the grip sensor (146) may be configured to be bonded between the rear plate (193) and the rear cover window (148). According to one embodiment, two or more electrically separated electrodes (e.g., electrodes (201a, 201b) of FIG. 2a) may be placed on the rear plate (193).

[0029] The structure of the wearable device (100) described above is exemplary, and in various embodiments, the wearable device (100) may be implemented differently from FIG. 2a, 2b, and 2c. The wearable device (100) may have various forms / structures suitable for performing the method for measuring biometric data disclosed in this document.

[0030] FIGS. 3A and FIGS. 3B are drawings for illustrating the frame structure of a wearable device according to one embodiment.

[0031] Referring to FIG. 3a, a frame (110) according to one embodiment may be formed from a metallic material (301c), such as stainless steel (SUS) or aluminum (Al). According to one embodiment, when the frame (110) is formed from a metallic material, a non-conductive coating layer (301b) may be disposed on the surface of the frame (110). For example, the non-conductive coating layer (301b) may be manufactured separately and disposed to cover the metallic material (301c) of the frame (110), or it may be formed by surface treating the metallic material (301c) of the frame (110). According to one embodiment, the non-conductive coating layer (301b) may be a ceramic coating or a silicon dioxide (SiO2) coating.

[0032] According to one embodiment, a conductive coating layer (301a) may be disposed on at least a portion of a non-conductive coating layer (301b). For example, the conductive coating layer (301a) may be fabricated and disposed separately, or may be formed by surface treatment on the non-conductive coating layer (301b). According to one embodiment, the conductive coating layer (301a) may be a coating comprising at least one of indium tin oxide (ITO), titanium (Ti), aluminum (Al), chromium (Cr), or chromium silicon nitride (CrSiCN).

[0033] Referring to FIG. 3b, in one embodiment, the conductive coating layer (301a) may be arranged to surround a first surface facing the outside of the frame (110), a second surface facing the opposite side of the display (e.g., the display (120) of FIG. 1), and a third surface facing the inside of the frame (110). According to one embodiment, the conductive coating layer (301a) may not be arranged on the surface facing the display (120) to prevent noise generation with other parts.

[0034] According to one embodiment, a conductive coating layer (301a) disposed on a third surface can be electrically connected to a printed circuit board (303) using a connector portion (302) provided on one side of the printed circuit board (303) (e.g., the printed circuit board (180) of FIG. 2b).

[0035] FIGS. 4a and FIGS. 4b are drawings for illustrating the frame structure of a wearable device according to another embodiment.

[0036] Referring to FIG. 4a, a frame (110) according to one embodiment may be formed from a non-conductive material (401b), such as Gorilla Glass, plastic, synthetic resin, or ceramic. According to one embodiment, when the frame (110) is formed from a non-conductive material, a conductive coating layer (401a) may be disposed on at least a portion of the frame (110). For example, the conductive coating layer (401a) may be manufactured separately and disposed to cover the non-conductive material (401b) of the frame (110), or it may be formed by surface treating the non-conductive material (401b) of the frame (110). According to one embodiment, the conductive coating layer (401a) may be an indium tin oxide (ITO) coating or a chrome silicon nitride (CrSiCN) coating.

[0037] Referring to FIG. 4b, in one embodiment, the conductive coating layer (401a) may be arranged to surround a first surface facing the outside of the frame (110), a second surface facing the opposite side of the display (e.g., the display (120) of FIG. 1), and a third surface facing the inside of the frame (110). According to one embodiment, the conductive coating layer (401a) may not be placed on the surface facing the display (120) to prevent noise generation with other components.

[0038] According to one embodiment, a conductive coating layer (401a) disposed on a third surface can be brought into contact with a printed circuit board (e.g., the printed circuit board (180) of FIG. 2a or the printed circuit board (303) of FIG. 3b) using a connector portion (e.g., the connector portion (302) of FIG. 3b) provided on one side of the printed circuit board.

[0039] FIG. 5 is a block diagram of a wearable device according to one embodiment.

[0040] Referring to FIG. 5, the wearable device (100) may include a processor (510), a sensor unit (520), a display (530), and a memory (540). In various embodiments, the wearable device (100) may include additional components in addition to the components shown in FIG. 5, or at least one of the components shown in FIG. 5 may be omitted.

[0041] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) can execute operations or data processing regarding the control and / or communication of at least one other component of the wearable device (100) using instructions stored in memory (540). According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may include at least one of a central processing unit (CPU), a graphics processing unit (GPU), a micro controller unit (MCU), a sensor hub, a supplementary processor, a communication processor, an application processor, an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC), and a field programmable gate array (FPGA), and may have multiple cores.

[0042] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) can obtain the user's biometric information (e.g., heart rate, electrical skin response, electrocardiogram, bioelectrical impedance, electromyography (EMG)) from a biosensor (e.g., biosensor (140) of FIG. 2b) included in the sensor unit (520). According to another embodiment, the processor (510) can receive a signal corresponding to a tap or touch from a grip sensor (e.g., grip sensor (146) of FIG. 2b) included in the sensor unit (520) and execute a specified action based on the received signal. Specific details regarding the operation of the processor (510) will be described later with reference to FIG. 6.

[0043] According to one embodiment, the display (530) may display various contents (e.g., text, images, videos, icons, and / or symbols, etc.). According to one embodiment, the display (530) may include a liquid crystal display (LCD), a light-emitting diode (LED) display, or an organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display. According to one embodiment, the display (530) may display the user's biometric information according to the command of the processor (510). According to one embodiment, the display (530) may provide a guide on the method of measuring biometric information according to the command of the processor (510). According to one embodiment, the display (530) may include a touch circuitry configured to detect a touch, or a sensor circuitry configured to measure the intensity of the force generated by the touch (e.g., a pressure sensor). According to one embodiment, information collected through the interface of the display (530) may be processed by the sensor unit (520).

[0044] According to one embodiment, the memory (540) can store various data acquired or used by at least one component (e.g., a processor) of the wearable device (100). For example, the memory (540) can store user biometric data acquired by the sensor unit (520).

[0045] According to one embodiment, the sensor unit (520) can detect the state of the user and output a signal corresponding to the detected state. According to one embodiment, the sensor unit (520) may include a biosensor. For example, the biosensor may include one of an ECG (electrocardiography) sensor, a BIA (bioelectrical impedance) sensor, a GSR (galvanic skin response) sensor, or an EMG (electromyography) sensor. According to one embodiment, the sensor unit (520) may include a grip sensor.

[0046] According to one embodiment, the sensor unit (520) may be electrically connected to a plurality of electrodes (501). According to one embodiment, at least one of the plurality of electrodes (501) may be in contact with a first area of ​​the user's body. According to one embodiment, at least one of the plurality of electrodes may be in contact with a second area of ​​the user's body other than the first area.

[0047] In this document, the sensor unit (520) may be referred to as at least one sensor, sensor circuitry, sensor module, etc.

[0048] FIG. 6a is a flowchart regarding the determination of electrodes for measuring a user's biometric information in a wearable device according to one embodiment.

[0049] Referring to FIG. 6a, a processor according to one embodiment (e.g., processor (510) of FIG. 5) can detect the occurrence of an event related to the acquisition of bio-information in operation 610. For example, the processor (510) can detect the occurrence of an event when a first specified time has elapsed while a part of the user's body is in contact with at least one of a plurality of electrodes.

[0050] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) can automatically detect the occurrence of an event corresponding to the contact when a part of the user's body comes into contact with at least one of the multiple electrodes through a sensor unit (e.g., sensor unit (520) of FIG. 5).

[0051] According to one embodiment, when the processor (510) detects that it has entered a measurement mode, it can confirm the occurrence of an event corresponding to one area of ​​the user's body coming into contact with at least one of a plurality of electrodes through the sensor unit (520). According to one embodiment, the method of entering the measurement mode may be one of the execution of a biometric measurement menu, the execution of an application, or the rotation of a wheel key (e.g., the wheel key (121) in FIG. 2b), or dragging on the display (120).

[0052] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) can identify at least one electrode associated with the occurrence of an event in response to the occurrence of an event in operation 620. For example, the processor (510) can receive a signal from the sensor unit (520) corresponding to a user's touch on at least one of a plurality of electrodes and identify at least one of the plurality of electrodes based on the received signal. According to one embodiment, when the processor (510) confirms the user's contact, it can identify a selected electrode among the plurality of electrodes based on at least one of a contact location, a change in contact location, a time of contact, and a time of contact completion.

[0053] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) can obtain the user's biometric information using the electrode identified in operation 630. According to one embodiment, a plurality of electrodes can each be connected to a biometric sensor through a multiplexer (MUX). According to one embodiment, when the processor (510) identifies at least one electrode in contact with the user's body, it can obtain the user's biometric information through a biometric sensor connected to the identified electrode. According to one embodiment, the configuration in which a plurality of electrodes are connected to a biometric sensor can be varied through a multiplexer.

[0054] A detailed description regarding the connection of multiple electrodes and biosensors will be provided later with reference to Fig. 7a.

[0055] FIG. 6b is a flowchart for determining electrodes to perform a specified operation in a wearable device according to another embodiment.

[0056] Referring to FIG. 6b, a processor according to one embodiment (e.g., processor (510) of FIG. 5) can detect the occurrence of an event in operation 640. According to one embodiment, the processor (510) can detect sequential touches on a plurality of electrodes, or a tap or touch on at least one of the plurality of electrodes. For example, the direction of sequential touches on the plurality of electrodes may be clockwise or counterclockwise.

[0057] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) can automatically detect the occurrence of an event corresponding to the contact when a part of the user's body comes into contact with at least one of the multiple electrodes through a sensor unit (e.g., sensor unit (520) of FIG. 5).

[0058] According to one embodiment, when the processor (510) detects a measurement mode, it can confirm the occurrence of an event corresponding to one area of ​​the user's body coming into contact with at least one of a plurality of electrodes through the sensor unit (520). According to one embodiment, the method of entering the measurement mode may be one of the execution of an application, rotation of a wheel key (e.g., wheel key (121) in FIG. 2b), or dragging on the display (120).

[0059] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) can identify at least one electrode associated with the occurrence of an event in response to the occurrence of an event in operation 650. For example, the processor (510) can receive a signal from the sensor unit (520) corresponding to a user's touch on at least one of a plurality of electrodes and identify at least one of the plurality of electrodes based on the received signal. According to one embodiment, when the processor (510) confirms a user's touch, it can identify a selected electrode among the plurality of electrodes based on at least one of a touch location, a change in touch location, a touch time, and a touch completion time.

[0060] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may execute a specified action in response to identifying an electrode selected in action 660. According to one embodiment, a plurality of electrodes may each be connected to a grip sensor via a multiplexer (MUX). According to one embodiment, if the processor (510) identifies at least one electrode associated with the occurrence of an event, it may execute a specified action through a grip sensor connected to the identified electrode. For example, the specified action may include turning an electronic device on / off, going back, changing the UI, changing the volume, or changing the screen brightness.

[0061] A detailed description regarding the connection of multiple electrodes and grip sensors will be described later with reference to Fig. 7a.

[0062] FIGS. 7a to 7c are drawings showing a plurality of electrodes included in a wearable device according to one embodiment.

[0063] Referring to FIG. 7a, in one embodiment, a plurality of electrodes may be formed along the edge of the display (120). For example, as shown in FIG. 7a, electrodes “1” through “18” may be arranged at predetermined intervals along the edge of the display (120). According to one embodiment, at least one of the plurality of electrodes may be placed on a button of the wearable device (100). For reference, the various electrodes described in this document may be formed in the manner described in FIG. 3a, 3b, 4a, or 4b above.

[0064] According to one embodiment, a plurality of biosensors may each be electrically connected to at least one of a plurality of electrodes. For example, electrodes “1” to “3” and electrodes “10” to “12” may be electrically connected to a BIA sensor, electrodes “3” to “5” may be electrically connected to an ECG sensor, and electrodes “5” to “7” and electrodes “12” to “14” may be electrically connected to a GSR sensor. According to one embodiment, an electrode disposed on the lower surface (e.g., electrode (201) of FIG. 2a) may be electrically connected to an ECG sensor or a BIA sensor.

[0065] According to another embodiment, at least one grip sensor may be electrically connected to at least one of a plurality of electrodes. For example, electrodes “7” to “9” may be electrically connected to a grip sensor acting as a first key, and electrodes “10” to “12” may be electrically connected to a grip sensor acting as a second key.

[0066] In one embodiment, at least two of the plurality of electrodes may be electrically connected to a grip sensor that acts as a wheel. For example, electrodes “14” to “18” may be electrically connected to a grip sensor that acts as a wheel.

[0067] Referring to FIG. 7b, in one embodiment, when the frame (110) is made of a conductive material, a plurality of electrodes may be placed on the frame (110) surrounding at least a portion of the display (120). According to one embodiment, a non-conductive coating layer is placed on the surface of the frame (110) formed of a metal material, and a plurality of electrodes (e.g., 1 to 5) may be placed at predetermined intervals on at least a portion of the non-conductive coating layer.

[0068] Referring to FIG. 7c, in one embodiment, when the frame (110) is made of a non-conductive material, a plurality of electrodes may be placed on the frame (110) surrounding at least a portion of the display (120). According to one embodiment, a plurality of electrodes (e.g., 1 to 7) may be placed at predetermined intervals on at least a portion of the surface of the frame (110) formed of a non-conductive material.

[0069] Descriptions similar to or corresponding to the foregoing in relation to FIGS. 7b and FIGS. 7c may be simplified or omitted.

[0070] FIG. 8 is a diagram showing a state in which a plurality of electrodes are arranged in a wearable device according to one embodiment.

[0071] Referring to FIG. 8, a plurality of electrodes may be arranged in a frame (110) in a map shape (810). For example, a plurality of electrodes may be arranged in a map shape (810) composed of m*n electrodes. According to one embodiment, a processor (510) may detect a user's touch on the electrodes in the map shape (810). According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may identify the user's touch method and perform a specified action based on the touch method. For example, the user's touch method may include touch flows in the inverted-L, L, and Z directions, and the processor (510) may perform a UX function corresponding to each touch method.

[0072] FIGS. 9a to 9c illustrate a UI provided on a display in a wearable device of various embodiments. In relation to the description of FIGS. 9a to 9c, content corresponding to, identical to, or similar to the foregoing may be simplified or omitted.

[0073] Referring to FIG. 9a, a wearable device according to one embodiment (e.g., the wearable device (100) of FIG. 1) can measure user information through an ECG biosensor. According to one embodiment, a processor (510) can provide a guide for the user's contact location, as shown in the first screen (910) of FIG. 9a. For example, the processor (510) can display a UI (e.g., 901a) for the user's contact location through a display (120).

[0074] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may provide a guide for the user to contact the correct location of the electrode, as shown in the first screen (910) of FIG. 9a. According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may output a guidance message through the display (120). For example, the processor (510) may output a guidance message (e.g., “Place your hand on the electrode for electrocardiogram measurement”) to instruct the user to contact the correct location with their finger.

[0075] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may continue to measure biometric information when it is determined that the user's biometric information is being measured normally, as shown in the second screen (920) of FIG. 9a. For example, the processor (510) may measure the user's ECG information using an ECG biosensor when it detects that the user's body is in contact with at least one of two electrodes (e.g., electrode (201) of FIG. 2a) placed on the lower surface of the frame (110) and an electrode placed on the upper surface or side. According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may control and determine the electrode to be activated for biometric information measurement depending on the surface to which the user's body is in contact.

[0076] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may provide a UI for the location where the user's body is in contact. For example, the processor (510) may display a UI (e.g., 901b) for the location where the user's body is in contact through the display (120) while measuring the user's biometric information.

[0077] According to one embodiment, when it is determined that the user's biometric information is being measured normally, the processor (510) may output a guidance message to the user through a display. For example, the processor (510) may output a guidance message (e.g., “ECG measurement in progress…”) to indicate that the user's biometric information is being measured normally.

[0078] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) can induce the user to make accurate contact with their finger by providing effects such as color, transparency, shape, or haptics of the UI depending on the contact intensity or whether the contact is accurate.

[0079] Referring to FIG. 9b, a wearable device according to one embodiment (e.g., the wearable device (100) of FIG. 1) can measure user information through an EDA (electrodermal activity) biosensor. According to one embodiment, a processor (510) can provide a guide for the user's contact location, as shown in the first screen (930) of FIG. 9b. For example, the processor (510) can display a UI (e.g., 902a and 902b) for the user's contact location through a display (120).

[0080] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may provide a guide for the user to contact the correct location of the electrode, as shown in the first screen (930) of FIG. 9b. According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may output a guidance message through the display (120). For example, the processor (510) may output a guidance message (e.g., “Place your hand on the electrode to measure skin conductivity”) to instruct the user to contact the correct location with their finger.

[0081] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may continue to measure biometric information when it is determined that the user's biometric information is being measured normally, as shown in the second screen (940) of FIG. 9b. For example, when the processor (510) detects that the user's body is in contact with at least two of the electrodes placed on the upper surface or side of the frame (110), it may measure the user's skin moisture level using a GSR biosensor. According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may control and determine the electrodes that are activated for biometric information measurement depending on the surface where the user's body is in contact.

[0082] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may provide a UI for the location where the user's body has come into contact. For example, the processor (510) may display a UI for the location where the user's body has come into contact (e.g., 902c and 902d) through the display (120).

[0083] According to one embodiment, when it is determined that the user's biometric information is being measured normally, the processor (510) may output a guidance message to the user through a display. For example, the processor (510) may output a guidance message (e.g., “Skin moisture level being measured…”) to indicate that the user's biometric information is being measured normally.

[0084] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) can induce the user to make accurate contact with their finger by providing effects such as color, transparency, shape, or haptics of the UI depending on the contact intensity or whether the contact is accurate.

[0085] Referring to FIG. 9c, a wearable device according to one embodiment (e.g., the wearable device (100) of FIG. 1) can measure user information through a BIA biosensor. According to one embodiment, the processor (510) can provide a guide for the user's contact location, as shown in the first screen (950) of FIG. 9c. For example, the processor (510) can display a UI (e.g., 903a and 903b) for the user's contact location through the display (120).

[0086] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may provide a guide for the user to contact the correct location of the electrode, as shown in the first screen (950) of FIG. 9c. According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may output a guidance message through the display (120). For example, the processor (510) may output a guidance message (e.g., “Place your hand on the electrode for body composition measurement”) to instruct the user to contact the correct location with their finger.

[0087] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may continue to measure biometric information when it is determined that the user's biometric information is being measured normally, as shown in the second screen (960) of FIG. 9c. For example, the processor (510) may measure the user's bioimpedance using a BIA biosensor when it detects that the user's body is in contact with at least two electrodes among two electrodes (e.g., electrode (201) of FIG. 2a) placed on the lower surface of the frame (110) and electrodes placed on the upper surface or side. According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may control the electrodes to perform a designated function in any combination of electrodes by switching the electrodes through a multiplexer (MUX).

[0088] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) may provide a UI for the location where the user's body has come into contact. For example, the processor (510) may display a UI for the location where the user's body has come into contact (e.g., 903c and 903d) through the display (120).

[0089] According to one embodiment, when it is determined that the user's biometric information is being measured normally, the processor (510) may output a guidance message to the user through a display. For example, the processor (510) may output a guidance message (e.g., “Body composition measurement in progress…”) to indicate that the user's biometric information is being measured normally.

[0090] According to one embodiment, the processor (510) can induce the user to make accurate contact with their finger by providing effects such as color, transparency, shape, or haptics of the UI depending on the contact intensity or whether the contact is accurate.

[0091] According to the above-described embodiment, the wearable device (100) can support the user in intuitively recognizing the contact location by providing the location of the electrode that the user's body has contacted as a UI.

[0092] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a state in which a plurality of electrodes are arranged in a wearable device of one embodiment.

[0093] Referring to FIG. 10, according to one embodiment, a plurality of electrodes are formed along the edge of a display (120), and the plurality of electrodes can form a virtual bezel (1000). According to one embodiment, a processor (510) can provide a user interface (UI) corresponding to the plurality of electrodes through the display (120). According to one embodiment, the processor (510) can determine an action such as a touch, swipe, or squeeze on the virtual bezel (1000) by the user as a touch on the plurality of electrodes. According to one embodiment, the processor (510) can perform a designated function based on the user's touch method.

[0094] According to the above-described embodiment, the wearable device (100) can expand the user's touch area by forming a virtual bezel with a plurality of electrodes.

[0095] FIG. 11 is a block diagram of an electronic device (1101) (e.g., the wearable device (100) of FIG. 1) in a network environment (1100) according to various embodiments. Referring to FIG. 11, in the network environment (1100), the electronic device (1101) may communicate with an electronic device (1102) through a first network (1198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network) or with an electronic device (1104) or a server (1108) through a second network (1199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1101) may communicate with the electronic device (1104) through a server (1108). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1101) may include a processor (1110) (e.g., processor (510) of FIG. 5), memory (1130), input module (1150), sound output module (1155), display module (1160), audio module (1170), sensor module (1176) (e.g., sensor unit (520) of FIG. 5), interface (1177), connection terminal (1178), haptic module (1179), camera module (1180), power management module (1188), battery (1189), communication module (1190), subscriber identification module (1196), or antenna module (1197). In some embodiments, at least one of these components (e.g., connection terminal (1178)) may be omitted from the electronic device (1101), or one or more other components may be added. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., sensor module (1176), camera module (1180), or antenna module (1197)) may be integrated into a single component (e.g., display module (1160)).

[0096] The processor (1120) can, for example, execute software (e.g., program (1140)) to control at least one other component (e.g., hardware or software component) of the electronic device (1101) connected to the processor (1120) and perform various data processing or operations. According to one embodiment, as at least part of the data processing or operations, the processor (1120) can store commands or data received from other components (e.g., sensor module (1176) or communication module (1190)) in volatile memory (1132), process the commands or data stored in volatile memory (1132), and store the resulting data in non-volatile memory (1134). According to one embodiment, the processor (1120) may include a main processor (1121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or an auxiliary processor (1123) that can operate independently or together with it (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor). For example, if the electronic device (1101) includes a main processor (1121) and an auxiliary processor (1123), the auxiliary processor (1123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (1121) or to be specialized for a specified function. The auxiliary processor (1123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (1121) or as part thereof.

[0097] The auxiliary processor (1123) may control at least some of the functions or states associated with at least one component of the electronic device (1101) (e.g., display module (1160), sensor module (1176), or communication module (1190)) on behalf of the main processor (1121) while the main processor (1121) is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor (1121) while the main processor (1121) is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. According to one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (1123) (e.g., image signal processor or communication processor) may be implemented as part of another functionally related component (e.g., camera module (1180) or communication module (1190)). According to one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (1123) (e.g., neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing an artificial intelligence model. The artificial intelligence model may be generated through machine learning. Such learning may be performed, for example, on the electronic device (1101) itself where the artificial intelligence is performed, or through a separate server (e.g., server (1108)). The learning algorithm may include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but is not limited to the examples described above. The artificial intelligence model may include a plurality of artificial neural network layers.An artificial neural network may be 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, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to the hardware structure, the artificial intelligence model may include a software structure, either additionally or substantially.

[0098] The memory (1130) can store various data used by at least one component of the electronic device (1101) (e.g., processor (1120) or sensor module (1176)). The data may include, for example, input data or output data for software (e.g., program (1140)) and related commands. The memory (1130) may include volatile memory (1132) or non-volatile memory (1134).

[0099] The program (1140) may be stored as software in memory (1130) and may include, for example, an operating system (1142), middleware (1144), or an application (1146).

[0100] The input module (1150) can receive commands or data to be used for a component of the electronic device (1101) (e.g., processor (1120)) from outside the electronic device (1101) (e.g., user). The input module (1150) may include, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (e.g., a button), or a digital pen (e.g., a stylus pen).

[0101] The sound output module (1155) can output a sound signal to the outside of the electronic device (1101). The sound output module (1155) may include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker may be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver may be used to receive incoming calls. According to one embodiment, the receiver may be implemented separately from the speaker or as part thereof.

[0102] The display module (1160) can visually provide information to an external (e.g., user) of the electronic device (1101). The display module (1160) may include, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling said device. According to one embodiment, the display module (1160) may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of the force generated by said touch.

[0103] The audio module (1170) can convert sound into an electrical signal or, conversely, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module (1170) can acquire sound through the input module (1150) or output sound through the sound output module (1155) or an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (1102)) (e.g., speaker or headphones) connected directly or wirelessly to the electronic device (1101).

[0104] The sensor module (1176) can detect the operating state of the electronic device (1101) (e.g., power or temperature) or the external environmental state (e.g., user state) and generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected state. According to one embodiment, the sensor module (1176) may include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyroscope sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an accelerometer sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biosensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0105] The interface (1177) may support one or more specified protocols that can be used for the electronic device (1101) to be connected directly or wirelessly to an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (1102)). According to one embodiment, the interface (1177) may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0106] The connection terminal (1178) may include a connector through which the electronic device (1101) can be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (1102)). According to one embodiment, the connection terminal (1178) may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0107] The haptic module (1179) can convert an electrical signal into a mechanical stimulus (e.g., vibration or movement) or an electrical stimulus that the user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic senses. According to one embodiment, the haptic module (1179) may include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electric stimulation device.

[0108] The camera module (1180) can capture still images and video. According to one embodiment, the camera module (1180) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0109] The power management module (1188) can manage the power supplied to the electronic device (1101). According to one embodiment, the power management module (1188) can be implemented, for example, as at least part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0110] The battery (1189) can supply power to at least one component of the electronic device (1101). According to one embodiment, the battery (1189) may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0111] The communication module (1190) can support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between an electronic device (1101) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (1102), electronic device (1104), or server (1108)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (1190) may include one or more communication processors that operate independently of the processor (1120) (e.g., application processor) and support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module (1190) may include a wireless communication module (1192) (e.g., cellular communication module, short-range wireless communication module, or GNSS (global navigation satellite system) communication module) or a wired communication module (1194) (e.g., LAN (local area network) communication module, or power line communication module). The corresponding communication module among these communication modules can communicate with an external electronic device (1104) via a first network (1198) (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, WiFi (wireless fidelity) direct, or IrDA (infrared data association)) or a second network (1199) (e.g., a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). These various types of communication modules may be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module (1192) can identify or authenticate the electronic device (1101) within a communication network such as the first network (1198) or the second network (1199) using subscriber information (e.g., International Mobile Subscriber Identifier (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (1196).

[0112] The wireless communication module (1192) can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies following 4G networks, for example, new radio access technology. NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB)), minimization of terminal power and connection of multiple terminals (massive machine type communications (mMTC)), or high reliability and low latency (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications (URLLC)). The wireless communication module (1192) can support a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave band) to achieve a high data transmission rate, for example. The wireless communication module (1192) can support various technologies for securing performance in the high-frequency band, such as beamforming, massive MIMO (multiple-input and multiple-output), full-dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large-scale antenna. The wireless communication module (1192) can support various requirements specified in the electronic device (1101), external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (1104)), or network system (e.g., second network (1199)). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module (1192) can support a Peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for realizing eMBB, loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for realizing mMTC, or U-plane latency (e.g., downlink (DL) and uplink (UL) each 0.5 ms or less, or round trip 1 ms or less) for realizing URLLC.

[0113] An antenna module (1197) can transmit a signal or power to or from an external source (e.g., an external electronic device). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (1197) may include an antenna comprising a radiator made of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (1197) may include a plurality of 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 (1198) or a second network (1199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, for example, by a communication module (1190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (1190) and an external electronic device through the selected at least one antenna. According to some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, other components (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as part of the antenna module (1197).

[0114] According to various embodiments, the antenna module (1197) may form a mmWave antenna module. According to one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent to a first surface (e.g., bottom surface) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a specified high frequency band (e.g., mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., array antennas) disposed on or adjacent to a second surface (e.g., top surface or side surface) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving a signal of the specified high frequency band.

[0115] At least some of the above components can be connected to each other via a communication method between peripheral devices (e.g., bus, GPIO (general purpose input and output), SPI (serial peripheral interface), or MIPI (mobile industry processor interface)) and exchange signals (e.g., commands or data) with each other.

[0116] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (1101) and an external electronic device (1104) through a server (1108) connected to a second network (1199). Each of the external electronic devices (1102, or 1104) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (1101). According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations performed on the electronic device (1101) may be performed on one or more of the external electronic devices (1102, 1104, or 1108). For example, if the electronic device (1101) needs to perform a function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (1101) may request one or more external electronic devices to perform at least part of the function or service instead of performing the function or service itself or additionally. One or more external electronic devices that receive the above request may execute at least part of the requested function or service, or additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device (1101). The electronic device (1101) may provide the result as is or additionally processed as at least part of the response to the request. For this purpose, for example, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used. The electronic device (1101) may provide ultra-low latency services using, for example, distributed computing or mobile edge computing. In another embodiment, the external electronic device (1104) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (1108) may be an intelligent server using machine learning and / or neural networks.According to one embodiment, an external electronic device (1104) or server (1108) may be included within the second network (1199). The electronic device (1101) may be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0117] The electronic device according to the various embodiments disclosed in this document may be of various forms. The electronic device may include, for example, a portable communication device (e.g., a smartphone), a computer device, a portable multimedia device, a portable medical device, a camera, a wearable device, or a consumer electronics device. The electronic device according to the embodiments of this document is not limited to the devices described above.

[0118] The various embodiments of this document and the terms used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, and should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutions of said embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of said items unless the relevant context clearly indicates otherwise. In this document, 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" may each include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first," "second," or "first" or "second" may be used simply to distinguish said components from other said components and do not limit said components in any other aspect (e.g., importance or order). Where any (e.g., 1st) component is referred to as “coupled” or “connected” to another (e.g., 2nd) component, with or without the terms “functionally” or “communicationly,” it means that said any component may be connected to said other component directly (e.g., via a wire), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0119] The term “module” as used in the various embodiments of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit, for example. A module may be a component formed integrally, or a minimum unit of said component or a part thereof that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, a module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0120] Various embodiments of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., program (1140)) comprising one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., internal memory (1136) or external memory (1138)) readable by a machine (e.g., electronic device (1101)). For example, a processor (e.g., processor (1120)) of the machine (e.g., electronic device (1101)) may call at least one of the one or more instructions stored from the storage medium and execute it. This enables the machine to be operated to perform at least one function according to the at least one called instruction. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code that can be executed by an interpreter. The storage medium readable by the machine may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-temporary' simply means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain a signal (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and the term does not distinguish between cases where data is stored semi-permanently and cases where it is stored temporarily.

[0121] According to one embodiment, the method according to the various embodiments disclosed herein may be provided as included in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded between a seller and a buyer as a product. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a device-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)), or distributed online (e.g., download or upload) through an application store (e.g., Play Store™) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smartphones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored or temporarily created on a device-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or a relay server.

[0122] According to various embodiments, each component (e.g., module or program) of the components described above may include a singular or multiple entities, and some of the multiple entities may be separated and placed in other components. According to various embodiments, one or more of the components or operations of the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Generally or additionally, multiple components (e.g., module or program) may be integrated into a single component. In this case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the multiple components in the same or similar manner as those performed by the corresponding component among the multiple components prior to integration. According to various embodiments, operations performed by the module, program, or other components may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

[0123] As described above, a wearable device according to one embodiment (e.g., the wearable device (100) of FIG. 1) comprises a display forming the front of the wearable device and a frame on which the display is mounted and which forms the side of the wearable device, wherein the frame comprises a plurality of conductive regions and non-conductive regions exposed between the plurality of conductive regions, and comprises a plurality of biosensors disposed in the space formed by the frame and electrically connected to the plurality of conductive regions, and a processor electrically connected to the plurality of biosensors, wherein the processor confirms the occurrence of an event related to the acquisition of bio information, identifies at least one conductive region among the plurality of conductive regions for acquiring the bio information in response to the occurrence of the event, and may be configured to acquire the bio information using the identified at least one conductive region.

[0124] According to one embodiment, the frame is made of a non-conductive material and a plurality of regions of the frame may be surface-treated with a conductive material.

[0125] According to one embodiment, the frame is made of a conductive material, the frame is surface-treated with a non-conductive material, and a plurality of regions of the frame may be surface-treated with a conductive material.

[0126] According to one embodiment, at least one of the plurality of conductive regions may be disposed on a surface that contacts a first part of the user's body.

[0127] According to one embodiment, the conductive material may be surface-treated to surround a first surface facing the outside of the frame, a second surface facing the opposite side of the display, and a third surface facing the inside of the frame.

[0128] According to one embodiment, the conductive material may not be surface-treated on the surface facing the display side.

[0129] According to one embodiment, the biosensor may include at least one of an ECG sensor, a BIA sensor, and a GSR sensor.

[0130] According to one embodiment, the plurality of conductive regions are formed along the edge of the display, and the plurality of conductive regions can be used as a virtual bezel.

[0131] According to one embodiment, content displayed on the display can be controlled based on touch input continuously along the plurality of conductive regions.

[0132] According to one embodiment, the volume or brightness can be controlled based on touch input continuously along the plurality of conductive regions.

[0133] According to one embodiment, the wearable device (100) according to one embodiment further includes a memory, and the processor may be configured to store the biometric information obtained from the biometric sensor in the memory.

[0134] According to one embodiment, the processor can provide a notification associated with the measurement of the biometric information.

[0135] According to one embodiment, the notification may include a guide to a measurement method provided through the display.

[0136] According to one embodiment, the processor may be configured to automatically start biometric data measurement when it detects that a first part of the body comes into contact with at least one of the plurality of conductive regions through the biosensor.

[0137] According to one embodiment, the processor may be configured to detect a measurement mode and to start bio-data measurement when it detects that a first part of the body comes into contact with at least one of the plurality of conductive regions through the bio-sensor.

[0138] As described above, a wearable device (100) according to one embodiment includes a display forming the front of the wearable device, a frame on which the display is mounted and which forms the side of the wearable device, the frame includes a plurality of conductive regions and a non-conductive region exposed between the plurality of conductive regions, and includes at least one grip sensor disposed in the space formed by the frame and electrically connected to the plurality of conductive regions, and a processor electrically connected to the at least one grip sensor, the processor may be configured to detect the occurrence of an event for executing a designated operation, identify a conductive region among the plurality of conductive regions that is in contact with a first part of the user's body in response to the occurrence of the event, and execute a designated operation in response to identifying the contacted conductive region.

[0139] According to one embodiment, the frame is made of a non-conductive material and a plurality of regions of the frame may be surface-treated with a conductive material.

[0140] According to one embodiment, the frame is made of a conductive material, the frame is surface-treated with a non-conductive material, and a plurality of regions of the frame may be surface-treated with a conductive material.

[0141] According to one embodiment, the specified operation may include an on / off or back operation of the wearable device.

[0142] According to one embodiment, the conductive material may be surface-treated to surround a first surface facing the outside of the frame, a second surface facing the opposite side of the display, and a third surface facing the inside of the frame.

Claims

Claim 1 A wearable device comprises: a display; a frame forming a side of the wearable device; a conductive layer formed of a plurality of conductive regions and disposed on the frame; a non-conductive region visible between the plurality of conductive regions; a plurality of biosensors disposed in the space formed by the frame and electrically connected to the plurality of conductive regions; and at least one processor. A wearable device comprising a memory including instructions, wherein the instructions are executed individually or collectively by the at least one processor, and wherein the wearable device: identifies the occurrence of an event related to the acquisition of biometric information, identifies at least one conductive region among the plurality of conductive regions for acquiring the biometric information in response to the occurrence of the event, and acquires the biometric information using the identified at least one conductive region, and wherein the conductive layer comprises a first portion covering at least a portion of a first side of the frame facing outward, a second portion covering at least a portion of a second side of the frame facing opposite to the display, and a third portion covering at least a portion of a third side of the frame facing inward, wherein the first portion faces the third portion and extends from one end of the second portion, and the third portion extends from the other end of the second portion opposite to the one end of the second portion, and at least a portion of the frame is located within the space formed by the first portion, the second portion and the third portion. Claim 2 A wearable device according to claim 1, wherein the frame is made of a non-conductive material and a plurality of regions of the frame are surface-treated with a conductive material. Claim 3 A wearable device according to claim 1, wherein the frame is made of a conductive material, the frame is surface-treated with a non-conductive material, and a plurality of regions of the frame are surface-treated with a conductive material. Claim 4 A wearable device according to claim 1, wherein at least one of the plurality of conductive regions is disposed on a surface in contact with a first part of a user's body. Claim 5 delete Claim 6 A wearable device according to claim 3, wherein the conductive material is not surface-treated on the surface facing the display side. Claim 7 A wearable device according to claim 1, wherein the biosensor comprises at least one of an ECG sensor, a BIA sensor, and a GSR sensor. Claim 8 A wearable device according to claim 1, wherein the plurality of conductive regions are formed along the edge of the display, and the plurality of conductive regions are used as a virtual bezel. Claim 9 A wearable device according to claim 8, which controls content displayed on the display based on touch input continuously along the plurality of conductive regions. Claim 10 A wearable device according to claim 8, which controls volume or brightness based on touch input continuously along a plurality of conductive regions. Claim 11 A wearable device according to claim 1, further comprising a memory, wherein the processor is configured to store the biometric information obtained from the biometric sensor in the memory. Claim 12 A wearable device according to claim 1, wherein the processor provides a notification associated with the measurement of the biometric information. Claim 13 A wearable device according to claim 12, wherein the notification includes a guide to a measurement method provided through the display. Claim 14 A wearable device according to claim 1, wherein the processor is configured to automatically start measuring biometric data when it detects that a first part of the body comes into contact with at least one of the plurality of conductive regions through the biosensor. Claim 15 A wearable device according to claim 1, wherein the processor detects a measurement mode and is configured to start bio-data measurement when it detects that a first part of the body comes into contact with at least one of the plurality of conductive regions through the bio-sensor. Claim 16 A wearable device comprises: a display forming the front surface of the wearable device; a frame on which the display is mounted and which forms the side surface of the wearable device; a conductive layer formed on the frame and having a plurality of conductive regions; a non-conductive region visible between the plurality of conductive regions; at least one grip sensor disposed in the space formed by the frame and electrically connected to the plurality of conductive regions; and at least one processor. A wearable device comprising a memory including instructions, wherein the instructions are executed individually or collectively by at least one processor, and wherein the wearable device: identifies the occurrence of an event for executing a specified action, and in response to the occurrence of the event, identifies a conductive area among a plurality of conductive areas that is in contact with a first part of a user’s body, and in response to identifying the contacted conductive area, executes a specified action, and wherein the conductive layer comprises a first part covering at least a portion of a first side of the frame facing outward, a second part covering at least a portion of a second side of the frame facing opposite to the display, and a third part covering at least a portion of a third side of the frame facing inward, wherein the first part faces the third part and extends from one end of the second part, and the third part extends from the other end of the second part opposite to the one end of the second part, and at least a portion of the frame is located within the space formed by the first part, the second part and the third part. Claim 17 A wearable device according to claim 16, wherein the frame is made of a non-conductive material and a plurality of regions of the frame are surface-treated with a conductive material. Claim 18 A wearable device according to claim 16, wherein the frame is made of a conductive material, the frame is surface-treated with a non-conductive material, and a plurality of regions of the frame are surface-treated with a conductive material. Claim 19 A wearable device according to claim 16, wherein the specified operation includes an on / off or back operation of the wearable device. Claim 20 delete

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