Display including opaque material for reducing amount of light and electronic device including same

The integration of a blocking member within a second transparent member addresses the issue of bright spots in electronic device displays by absorbing excess light from defects, enhancing display uniformity and user experience.

WO2024257994A1PCT designated stage expired Publication Date: 2024-12-19SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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Application Number
PCT/KR2024/002877
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2023-07-19
Filing Date
2024-03-06
Publication Date
2024-12-19

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Electronic device displays often suffer from bright spots due to manufacturing defects on the substrate, such as foreign matter or short circuits in the conductive pattern, leading to uneven light emission and compromised visual quality.

Method used

Incorporating a blocking member made of opaque material within a second transparent member, which is formed by cutting or deforming one of the transparent members corresponding to the defect, to absorb excess light and reduce the visibility of bright spots from outside the display.

Benefits of technology

Effectively removes bright spots by blocking excess light from the defective area, ensuring uniform light emission and improved visual information delivery to the user.

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Abstract

A display is provided. According to an embodiment, the display comprises: a substrate; a light-emitting layer including a plurality of first light-emitting elements and at least one second light-emitting element and disposed on the substrate; a plurality of first transmission members disposed on the plurality of first light-emitting elements, respectively, and configured to refract first light from each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements; at least one second transmission member disposed on the at least one second light-emitting element and configured to transmit second light from the at least one second light-emitting element; and a blocking member including an opaque material and in contact with the at least one second transmission member, wherein the shape of the at least one second transmission member is different from the shape of each of the plurality of first transmission members.
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Description

Display comprising an opaque material for reducing light quantity and electronic device comprising the same

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a display including an opaque material for reducing light quantity and an electronic device including the same.

[0002] Electronic devices can provide users with various content through their displays. Electronic devices can display content on the display via a processor and / or display driver circuit. While displaying content via the processor and / or display driver circuit, the quality of the content may vary depending on the structure within the display.

[0003] The above information is provided solely as background information to aid understanding of the present disclosure. No claim or determination is made as to whether any of the above-described matters constitute prior art related to the present disclosure.

[0004] Aspects of the present disclosure address at least the problems and / or disadvantages mentioned above, and provide at least the advantages described below. Accordingly, one aspect of the present disclosure provides a display including an opaque material for reducing light intensity, and an electronic device including the same.

[0005] Additional aspects will be partly explained in the following description, and partly will be apparent from the description or may be learned by the examples presented.

[0006] A display is provided. In one embodiment, the display may include a substrate. In one embodiment, the display may include a light-emitting layer disposed on the substrate, including a plurality of first light-emitting elements and at least one second light-emitting element, and may be disposed on each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements. In one embodiment, the display may include a plurality of first transmissive members configured to refract first light from each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements. In one embodiment, the display may include at least one second transmissive member disposed on the at least one second light-emitting element and configured to transmit second light from the at least one second light-emitting element. In one embodiment, the display may include a blocking member comprising an opaque material and in contact with the at least one second transmissive member, so as to absorb at least a portion of the second light transmitted to the outside of the display. In one embodiment, a shape of the at least one second transmissive member may be different from a shape of each of the plurality of first transmissive members.

[0007] An electronic device is provided. According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a housing. According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a display disposed on the housing. According to one embodiment, the display may include a substrate. According to one embodiment, the display may include a light-emitting layer disposed on the substrate, including a plurality of first light-emitting elements and at least one second light-emitting element, and may be disposed on each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements. According to one embodiment, the display may include a plurality of first transmissive members configured to refract first light from each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements. According to one embodiment, the display may include at least one second transmissive member disposed on the at least one second light-emitting element and configured to transmit second light from the at least one second light-emitting element. According to one embodiment, the display may include a blocking member comprising an opaque material and in contact with the at least one second transmissive member, so as to absorb at least a portion of the second light transmitted to the outside of the display. In one embodiment, the volume of the at least one second penetrating member may be different from the volume of each of the plurality of first penetrating members.

[0008] Other aspects, advantages, and salient features of the present disclosure will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of various embodiments of the present disclosure taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0009] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to various embodiments.

[0010] FIG. 2 is a block diagram of a display module according to various embodiments.

[0011] FIG. 3 illustrates an exemplary electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0012] FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an exemplary display according to one embodiment, taken along line A-A' of FIG. 3.

[0013] FIG. 5 illustrates an example of a method for manufacturing an exemplary display according to one embodiment.

[0014] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0015] FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0016] FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0017] FIG. 9 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0018] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0019] FIG. 11 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0020] FIG. 12 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0021] FIG. 13 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0022] The following description, with reference to the attached drawings, is provided to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of various embodiments of the present invention as defined by the claims and their equivalents. While it includes numerous specific details to aid understanding, these should be considered merely exemplary. Accordingly, those skilled in the art will recognize that various modifications and variations can be made to the various embodiments described herein without departing from the scope and spirit of the present disclosure. Furthermore, descriptions of well-known functions and structures may be omitted for clarity and brevity.

[0023] The terms and words used in the following description and claims are not to be construed as limited by their bibliographic meanings, but rather have been used by the inventors solely to facilitate a clear and consistent understanding of the present invention. Therefore, it should be apparent to those skilled in the art that the following description of various embodiments of the present invention is provided for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to limit the present invention as defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0024] It should be understood that each block and combination of flowcharts can be executed by one or more programs containing instructions. One or more programs may be stored entirely in a single memory, or one or more programs may be divided into different parts stored in different memories.

[0025] Any of the functions or operations described herein may be performed by a single processor or a combination of processors. A single processor or a combination of processors is a circuit that performs processing and includes circuits such as an application processor (AP, e.g., a central processing unit (CPU)), a communication processor (CP, e.g., a modem), a graphics processing unit (GPU), a neural network processing unit (NPU, e.g., an artificial intelligence (AI) chip), a Wi-Fi chip, a Bluetooth chip, a global positioning system (GPS) chip, a near-field communication (NFC) chip, connection chips, a sensor controller, a touch controller, a fingerprint sensor controller, a display driver IC (DDI), an audio codec (CODEC) chip, a universal serial bus (USB) controller, a camera controller, an image processing circuit, a microprocessor unit (MPU), a system on a chip (SoC), an integrated circuit, and the like.

[0026] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to various embodiments.

[0027] Referring to FIG. 1, in a network environment (100), an electronic device (101) may communicate with an electronic device (102) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with at least one of an electronic device (104) or a server (108) via a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (104) via the server (108). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), a memory (130), an input module (150), an audio output module (155), a display module (160), an audio module (170), a sensor module (176), an interface (177), a connection terminal (178), a haptic module (179), a camera module (180), a power management module (188), a battery (189), a communication module (190), a subscriber identification module (196), or an antenna module (197). In some embodiments, the electronic device (101) may omit at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (178)), or may have one or more other components added. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., the sensor module (176), the camera module (180), or the antenna module (197)) may be integrated into one component (e.g., the display module (160)).

[0028] The processor (120) may, for example, execute software (e.g., a program (140)) 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 perform various data processing or operations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or operations, the processor (120) may store commands or data received from other components (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the commands or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store result data in a non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or an auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural 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, when 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 given function. The auxiliary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

[0029] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least a portion of functions or states associated with at least one component (e.g., a display module (160), a sensor module (176), or a communication module (190)) of the electronic device (101), for example, 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., application execution) state. In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as a part of another functionally related component (e.g., a camera module (180) or a communication module (190)). In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. The artificial intelligence models may be generated through machine learning. This learning can be performed, for example, on the electronic device (101) itself where the artificial intelligence model is executed, or can be performed through a separate server (e.g., server (108)). The learning algorithm can 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 can include multiple artificial neural network layers.The artificial neural network may be one of 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, or alternatively to, a hardware structure, an artificial intelligence model may include a software structure.

[0030] The memory (130) can store various data used by at least one component (e.g., processor (120) or sensor module (176)) of the electronic device (101). The data can include, for example, software (e.g., program (140)) and input data or output data for commands related thereto. The memory (130) can include volatile memory (132) or non-volatile memory (134).

[0031] The program (140) may be stored as software in the memory (130) and may include, for example, an operating system (142), middleware (144), or an application (146).

[0032] The input module (150) can receive commands or data to be used in a component of the electronic device (101) (e.g., a processor (120)) from an external source (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The input module (150) can include, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (e.g., a button), or a digital pen (e.g., a stylus pen).

[0033] The audio output module (155) can output audio signals to the outside of the electronic device (101). The audio output module (155) can include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. In one embodiment, the receiver can be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of the speaker.

[0034] The display module (160) can visually provide information to an external party (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The display module (160) may include, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling the device. According to one embodiment, the display module (160) may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of a force generated by the touch.

[0035] The audio module (170) can convert sound into an electrical signal, or vice versa, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module (170) can acquire sound through the input module (150), output sound through the sound output module (155), or an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)) (e.g., speaker or headphone) directly or wirelessly connected to the electronic device (101).

[0036] The sensor module (176) can detect the operating status (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device (101) or the external environmental status (e.g., user status) and generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected status. According to one embodiment, the sensor module (176) can include, 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 IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0037] The interface (177) may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device (101) with an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102)). In one embodiment, the interface (177) may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0038] The connection terminal (178) may include a connector through which the electronic device (101) may be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)). According to one embodiment, the connection terminal (178) may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0039] The haptic module (179) can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimuli (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimuli that a user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic sensations. According to one embodiment, the haptic module (179) can include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

[0040] The camera module (180) can capture still images and videos. According to one embodiment, the camera module (180) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0041] The power management module (188) can manage power supplied to the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the power management module (188) can be implemented as, for example, at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0042] A battery (189) may power at least one component of the electronic device (101). In one embodiment, the battery (189) may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0043] The communication module (190) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102), electronic device (104), or server (108)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (190) may operate independently from the processor (120) (e.g., application processor) and may include one or more communication processors that support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module (190) may include a 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 a wired communication module (194) (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module can communicate with an 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)). These various types of communication modules can 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 (192) can verify or authenticate the electronic device (101) within a communication network such as the first network (198) or the second network (199) by using subscriber information (e.g., an international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (196).

[0044] The wireless communication module (192) can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies following the 4G network, such as NR access technology (new radio access technology). The NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), minimization of terminal power and connection of multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine type communications)), or high reliability and low latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications)). The wireless communication module (192) can support, for example, a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave band) to achieve a high data transmission rate. The wireless communication module (192) can support various technologies for securing performance in a high-frequency band, such as beamforming, massive multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), full dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna. The wireless communication module (192) can support various requirements specified in 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) can support a peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for eMBB realization, a loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for mMTC realization, 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 URLLC realization.

[0045] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) 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 the first network (198) or the second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, for example, by the communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device via the at least one selected antenna. In some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).

[0046] According to various embodiments, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. In one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent a first side (e.g., a bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high-frequency band (e.g., a mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna) disposed on or adjacent a second side (e.g., a top side or a side side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high-frequency band.

[0047] At least some of the above components can be interconnected and exchange signals (e.g., commands or data) with each other via a communication method between peripheral devices (e.g., a bus, GPIO (general purpose input and output), SPI (serial peripheral interface), or MIPI (mobile industry processor interface)).

[0048] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (104) via a server (108) connected to a second network (199). Each of the external electronic devices (102 or 104) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations executed in the electronic device (101) may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices (102, 104, or 108). For example, when the electronic device (101) is to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (101) may, instead of or in addition to executing the function or service itself, request one or more external electronic devices to perform the function or at least a part of the service. One or more external electronic devices that receive the request may execute at least a portion of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device (101). The electronic device (101) may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least a portion of a response to the request. For this purpose, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used, for example. The electronic device (101) may provide an ultra-low latency service by using distributed computing or mobile edge computing, for example. In another embodiment, the external electronic device (104) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (108) may be an intelligent server utilizing machine learning and / or a neural network. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) or the server (108) may be included in the second network (199).The electronic device (101) can be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0049] FIG. 2 is a block diagram (200) of a display module (160) according to various embodiments.

[0050] Referring to FIG. 2, the display module (160) may include a display (210) and a display driver IC (DDI) (230) for controlling the display (210). The DDI (230) may include an interface module (231), a memory (233) (e.g., a buffer memory), an image processing module (235), or a mapping module (237). The DDI (230) may receive, for example, image information including image data or an image control signal corresponding to a command for controlling the image data, from another component of the electronic device 101 through the interface module (231). For example, according to one embodiment, image information may be received from a processor (120) (e.g., a main processor (121) (e.g., an application processor) or an auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a graphics processing unit) that operates independently of the function of the main processor (121). The DDI (230) may communicate with a touch circuit (250) or a sensor module (176) through the interface module (231). In addition, the DDI (230) may store at least a part of the received image information in the memory (233), for example, in units of frames. The image processing module (235) may, for example, perform preprocessing or postprocessing (e.g., resolution, brightness, or size adjustment) on at least a part of the image data based at least on the characteristics of the image data or the characteristics of the display (210). The mapping module (237) may generate a voltage value or a current value corresponding to the image data that has been preprocessed or postprocessed through the image processing module (235). According to one embodiment, the voltage The generation of the values ​​or current values ​​may be performed based at least in part on properties of the pixels of the display (210), for example, the arrangement of the pixels (RGB stripe or pentile structure), or the size of each of the sub-pixels.At least some pixels of the display (210) may be driven based at least in part on, for example, the voltage value or current value, so that visual information (e.g., text, an image, or an icon) corresponding to the image data may be displayed through the display (210).

[0051] According to one embodiment, the display module (160) may further include a touch circuit (250). The touch circuit (250) may include a touch sensor (251) and a touch sensor IC (253) for controlling the same. The touch sensor IC (253) may control the touch sensor (251) to detect, for example, a touch input or a hovering input for a specific location of the display (210). For example, the touch sensor IC (253) may detect a touch input or a hovering input by measuring a change in a signal (e.g., voltage, light quantity, resistance, or charge quantity) for a specific location of the display (210). The touch sensor IC (253) may provide information (e.g., location, area, pressure, or time) regarding the detected touch input or hovering input to the processor (120). According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the touch circuit (250) (e.g., touch sensor IC (253)) may be included as part of the DDI (230), or as part of the display (210), or as part of another component (e.g., auxiliary processor (123)) disposed external to the display module (160).

[0052] According to one embodiment, the display module (160) may further include at least one sensor (e.g., a fingerprint sensor, an iris sensor, a pressure sensor, or an illuminance sensor) of the sensor module (176), or a control circuit therefor. In this case, the at least one sensor or the control circuit therefor may be embedded in a part of the display module (160) (e.g., the display (210) or the DDI (230)) or a part of the touch circuit (250). For example, if the sensor module (176) embedded in the display module (160) includes a biometric sensor (e.g., a fingerprint sensor), the biometric sensor may obtain biometric information (e.g., a fingerprint image) associated with a touch input through a part of the display (210). As another example, if the sensor module (176) embedded in the display module (160) includes a pressure sensor, the pressure sensor may obtain pressure information associated with a touch input through a part or the entire area of ​​the display (210). According to one embodiment, the touch sensor (251) or sensor module (176) may be positioned between pixels of a pixel layer of the display (210), or above or below the pixel layer.

[0053] FIG. 3 illustrates an exemplary electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0054] Referring to FIG. 3, an electronic device (101) according to one embodiment may include a housing (300) and / or a display (400) (e.g., the display module (160) of FIG. 1 and / or the display (210) of FIG. 2). In FIG. 3, the electronic device (101) is illustrated as having a shape of a smart phone, but is not limited thereto. For example, the electronic device (101) may have a shape of a wearable device worn on a part of a user's body. For example, the wearable device may be configured to provide the user with augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and / or mixed reality (MR) that combines augmented reality and virtual reality.

[0055] According to one embodiment, the housing (300) may provide at least a portion of an outer surface of the electronic device (101). For example, the housing (300) may define (or form) a side surface of the electronic device (101) and / or a back surface of the electronic device (101). The housing (300) may accommodate components of the electronic device (101). The housing (300) may define (or form) a space in which components of the electronic device (101) may be accommodated (or placed). The housing (300) may support at least a portion of the components of the electronic device (101). For example, the housing (300) may support a display (400).

[0056] According to one embodiment, the display (400) may be disposed on the housing (300). At least a portion of the display (400) may be exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101). For example, at least a portion of the display (400) may define (or form) at least a portion of the front surface of the electronic device (101). The display (400) may be configured to provide visual information. A display driving circuit (e.g., DDI (230) of FIG. 2) may display a screen (401) for providing visual information (or providing content) through the display (400). For example, the DDI (230) may display the screen (401) based on receiving data for displaying the screen (401) from a processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1).

[0057] For example, while a screen (401) is displayed on a display (400), a bright spot (s1) may be visible. The bright spot (s1) may be referred to as a white spot. The bright spot (s1) may be caused (or generated) by a defect in the display (400). For example, the bright spot (s1) may not be included in the content included in the data for displaying the screen (401) received from the processor (120) to the DDI (230). For example, the bright spot (s1) may not be included in the content in the screen (401) that the DDI (230) intends to display. In other words, the bright spot (s1) may not be intended by the processor (120) and / or the DDI (230). For example, while the DDI (230) controls the display (400) to display black on the entire area of ​​the screen (401), an area of ​​the screen (401) where the bright spot (s1) is located may be configured to emit brighter light than other areas of the screen (401) where the bright spot (s1) is not located. For example, the brightness (or luminance) of an area of ​​the screen (401) where the bright spot (s1) is located may be 5% or more higher than the brightness (or luminance) of other areas of the screen (401) where the bright spot (s1) is not located, but is not limited thereto. When the bright spot (s1) is included in the display (400), the display (400) may not be able to smoothly provide visual information to the user. Hereinafter, a structure for compensating for (or removing) the bright spot (s1) of the display (400) will be described.

[0058] FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an exemplary display according to one embodiment, taken along line A-A' of FIG. 3.

[0059] Referring to FIG. 4, a display (400) according to one embodiment may include a substrate (410), a light-emitting layer (420), an encapsulating layer (430), a filter layer (440), a flattening layer (450), an adhesive layer (460), a cover layer (470), a plurality of transparent members (480), and / or a blocking member (490).

[0060] In one embodiment, the substrate (410) may support various components included in the display (400). For example, the substrate (410) may support conductive lines (411). The conductive lines (411) may be disposed on the substrate (410). For example, the conductive lines (411) may form at least a portion of a plurality of thin film transistors (TFTs) for controlling the operation of the display (400). For example, the plurality of TFTs may be formed based on low temperature polycrystalline silicon (LTPS) or low temperature polycrystalline oxide (LTPO). In one embodiment, the substrate (410) may include a substantially opaque material. The substrate (410) may be formed (or fabricated) of a substantially opaque material. For example, the substrate (410) may include silicon. For example, the substrate (410) may be referred to as a silicon substrate. Since the substrate (410) can support various components of the display (400), the substrate (410) may be referred to as a base layer.

[0061] According to one embodiment, the light-emitting layer (420) may be disposed on (or on) the substrate (410). For example, the light-emitting layer (420) may be disposed on (or on) one side (410a) of the substrate (410). A first direction (e.g., +z direction) toward which the one side (410a) of the substrate (410) faces may be substantially the same as a direction in which the display (400) emits light. According to one embodiment, the light-emitting layer (420) may include a plurality of light-emitting elements (421), a plurality of first electrodes (422), at least one second electrode (423), an organic layer (424), and / or a plurality of partition walls (425). For example, since the display (400) includes a substrate (410) formed of a silicon material and a light-emitting layer (420) formed of an organic material, the display (400) may be referred to as an OLEDoS (OLED (organic light emitting diodes) on Si (silicon)).

[0062] According to one embodiment, the plurality of light-emitting elements (421) may be configured to emit light. For example, the plurality of light-emitting elements (421) may be configured to emit light in a first direction (e.g., +z direction), which is a direction in which one surface (410a) of the substrate (410) faces. The number of the plurality of light-emitting elements (421) may correspond to the number of sub-pixels (400-1, 400-2, 400-3) in the display (400). The sub-pixels (400-1, 400-2, 400-3) may emit light toward the outside of the display (400). For example, one sub-pixel for emitting red light, two sub-pixels for emitting green light, and / or one sub-pixel for emitting blue light may define (or form) each of the pixels of the display (400). Each of the plurality of light-emitting elements (421) may be defined (or formed) by a plurality of first electrodes (422), at least one second electrode (423), an organic layer (424), and / or a plurality of partition walls (425). For example, the plurality of light-emitting elements (421) may be referred to as a plurality of light-emitting portions, but is not limited thereto.

[0063] According to one embodiment, a plurality of first electrodes (422) may be disposed on (or above) a substrate (410). The plurality of first electrodes (422) may be electrically connected to, for example, conductive lines (411) that form (or define) at least a portion of the plurality of TFTs. The plurality of first electrodes (422) may be spaced apart from each other. For example, the plurality of first electrodes (422) may be spaced apart from each other along a second direction (e.g., the +x direction and / or the -x direction) that is substantially perpendicular to the first direction (e.g., the +z direction). For example, the plurality of first electrodes (422) may be anodes. When the plurality of first electrodes (422) are anodes, the plurality of first electrodes (422) may transfer (or emit) holes to the organic layer (424) by an electric field applied from the plurality of TFTs. However, this is not limited thereto. For example, the plurality of first electrodes (422) may be cathodes. According to one embodiment, the number of the plurality of first electrodes (422) may correspond to the number of sub-pixels (400-1, 400-2, 400-3) included in the display (400). For example, the number of the plurality of first electrodes (422) may correspond to the number of the plurality of light-emitting elements (421).

[0064] According to one embodiment, at least one second electrode (423) may be disposed on (or above) the plurality of first electrodes (422). For example, the at least one second electrode (423) may be spaced apart from the plurality of first electrodes (422) along a first direction (e.g., +z direction). The at least one second electrode (423) may be disposed on (or above) the plurality of partition walls (425). The at least one second electrode (423) may extend along the plurality of partition walls (425). For example, the at least one second electrode (423) may have a shape extending along a second direction (e.g., +x direction and / or -x direction) that is substantially perpendicular to the first direction (e.g., +z direction). Meanwhile, although FIG. 4 illustrates that the at least one second electrode (423) has a shape that does not include a step, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, at least one second electrode (423) may have a shape corresponding to the shape (or arrangement) of the plurality of partition walls (425). For example, at least one second electrode (423) may be a cathode. When at least one second electrode (423) is a cathode, at least one second electrode (423) may transfer (or emit) electrons to the organic layer (424) by an electric field applied from the plurality of TFTs. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, at least one second electrode (423) may be an anode.

[0065] According to one embodiment, the organic layer (424) can emit light based on energy generated by electrons and holes from the plurality of first electrodes (422) and at least one second electrode (423). For example, as holes and electrons transferred from each of the plurality of first electrodes (422) and at least one second electrode (423) are transferred to the organic layer (424), the organic layer (424) can emit light in a first direction (e.g., the +z direction). The organic layer (424) can be disposed on (or above) the plurality of first electrodes (422). For example, the organic layer (424) can be interposed (or disposed) between the plurality of first electrodes (422) and at least one second electrode (423). For example, the organic layer (424) can be in contact with the plurality of first electrodes (422). At least a portion of the organic layer (424) may be disposed on the plurality of partition walls (425). For example, a portion of the organic layer (424) may fill a space between the plurality of partition walls (425). For example, another portion of the organic layer (424) may be in contact with one surface of each of the plurality of partition walls (425) facing the first direction (e.g., +z direction). Meanwhile, although FIG. 4 illustrates that the organic layer (424) has a shape that does not include a step, it is not limited thereto. For example, the organic layer (424) may have a shape corresponding to the shape (or arrangement) of the plurality of partition walls (425). The organic layer (424) may be configured to emit light of a specified color. For example, the organic layer (424) may be configured to emit white light, but is not limited thereto. For example, the organic layer (424) may include portions disposed within each of the plurality of light-emitting elements (421) that are disconnected from each other so as to emit light having blue, green, and / or red colors.

[0066] According to one embodiment, the plurality of partition walls (425) may define (or separate) sub-pixels (400-1, 400-2, 400-3) within the display (400). At least a portion of each of the plurality of light-emitting elements (421) may be disposed (or interposed) between the plurality of partition walls (425). For example, each of the plurality of partition walls (425) may define (or separate) sub-pixels (400-1, 400-2, 400-3) within the display (400) by surrounding at least a portion of the plurality of first electrodes (422). For example, the plurality of partition walls (425) may be referred to as a pixel definition layer (PDL).

[0067] In one embodiment, the encapsulating layer (430) can encapsulate the light-emitting layer (420). For example, the encapsulating layer (430) can reduce (or block) the inflow of foreign substances (e.g., moisture) and / or oxygen into the plurality of light-emitting elements (421). The encapsulating layer (430) can be disposed on the light-emitting layer (420). For example, the encapsulating layer (430) can be in contact with the light-emitting layer (420). For example, the encapsulating layer (430) can be disposed between (or interposed between) the light-emitting layer (420) and the plurality of transparent members (480). The encapsulating layer (430) can be formed of one or more inorganic films that are laminated on each other. For example, the encapsulating layer (430) can include one or more organic films and one or more inorganic films that are laminated on each other. For example, the encapsulation layer (430) may be referred to as a thin film encapsulation layer (TFE).

[0068] According to one embodiment, a filter layer (440) may be disposed (or interposed) between the sealing layer (430) and the plurality of transparent members (480). The filter layer (440) may include a plurality of color filters (441) and a plurality of first black matrices (BMs) (442). The plurality of color filters (441) may change the color of light from each of the plurality of light-emitting elements (421) passing through the plurality of color filters (441). For example, each of the plurality of color filters (441) may change white light transmitted from each of the plurality of light-emitting elements (421) to one of red light, blue light, and / or green light. Each of the plurality of color filters (441) may correspond to each of the plurality of light-emitting elements (421). Each of the plurality of color filters (441) may be disposed on (or above) each of the plurality of light-emitting elements (421). The plurality of color filters (441) may be spaced apart from the substrate (410) along a first direction (e.g., +z direction). The plurality of color filters (441) may be spaced apart from each other. For example, the plurality of color filters (441) may be spaced apart from each other along a second direction (e.g., +x direction and / or -x direction) that is substantially perpendicular to the first direction (e.g., +z direction). Each of the plurality of first BMs (442) may absorb a portion of light from each of the plurality of light-emitting elements (421). For example, each of the plurality of first BMs (442) may be formed of a substantially opaque material. For example, each of the plurality of first BMs (442) may be formed of a material for absorbing light (e.g., a black-based material). A plurality of first BMs (442) may define (or distinguish) each of the sub-pixels (400-1, 400-2, 400-3). The plurality of first BMs (442) may be arranged between the plurality of color filters (441). The plurality of first BMs (442) may be spaced apart from each other.For example, the plurality of first BMs (442) may be spaced apart from each other along a second direction (e.g., +x direction and / or -x direction) that is substantially perpendicular to the first direction (e.g., +z direction).

[0069] In one embodiment, the planarization layer (450) can compensate for (or remove) a step on the filter layer (440). The planarization layer (450) can be disposed on the filter layer (440). For example, the planarization layer (450) can be in contact with the filter layer (440). The planarization layer (450) can be formed of a substantially transparent material. For example, the planarization layer (450) can be referred to as a passivation layer, but is not limited thereto.

[0070] According to one embodiment, the adhesive layer (460) may be disposed (interposed) between the flattening layer (450) and the cover layer (470). The adhesive layer (460) may be disposed on a plurality of transparent members (480). The adhesive layer (460) may surround (or enclose) the plurality of transparent members (480). For example, the adhesive layer (460) may be formed of a substantially transparent material. For example, the adhesive layer (460) may be formed of an optically clear adhesive (OCA), but is not limited thereto.

[0071] In one embodiment, the cover layer (470) may protect components within the display (400). For example, the cover layer (470) may be exposed to the outside of the display (400). When the cover layer (470) is exposed to the outside of the display (400), the cover layer (470) may define (or form) the outer surface of the display (400), but is not limited thereto. The cover layer (470) may be disposed on the adhesive layer (460). For example, the cover layer (470) may be in contact with the adhesive layer (460).

[0072] According to one embodiment, the plurality of light-emitting elements (421) may include a plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a) and at least one second light-emitting element (421b). The plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a) and the at least one second light-emitting element (421b) may be distinguished by light quantity. For example, the plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a) may emit first light having a first light quantity, and the at least one second light-emitting element (421b) may emit second light having a second light quantity. The second light may be brighter than the first light due to a defect (f1) in at least one of the substrate (410) and / or the light-emitting layer (420). The at least one second light-emitting element (421b) may be disposed on (or above) the defect (f1) in at least one of the substrate (410) and / or the light-emitting layer (420). For example, at least one second light-emitting element (421b) may emit second light that is brighter than the first light from each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a) due to a defect (e.g., an impurity) on the substrate (410) and / or a short circuit of at least some of the conductive lines (411). For example, at least one second light-emitting element (421b) may emit second light that is brighter than the first light from each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a) due to a defect in the organic layer (424) within the light-emitting layer (420).

[0073] According to one embodiment, the plurality of transparent members (480) can transmit light from the plurality of light-emitting elements (421). For example, the plurality of transparent members (480) can be formed of a substantially transparent material. Each of the plurality of transparent members (480) can be disposed on each of the plurality of light-emitting elements (421). According to one embodiment, the plurality of transparent members (480) can include a plurality of first transparent members (481) and at least one second transparent member (482).

[0074] According to one embodiment, each of the plurality of first transparent members (481) can transmit the first light from each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a). Each of the plurality of first transparent members (481) can correspond to each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a). Each of the plurality of first transparent members (481) can be disposed on (or above) each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a). For example, each of the plurality of first transparent members (481) can be spaced apart from each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a) in a first direction (e.g., +z direction). The plurality of first transparent members (481) can improve the brightness of the plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a). For example, each of the plurality of first transparent members (481) can refract (or concentrate) the first light from each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a) so that the brightness of the first light from each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a) is improved. The plurality of first transparent members (481) can have a shape for refracting (or concentrating) the first light from each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a). For example, one surface of each of the plurality of first transparent members (481) in contact with the adhesive layer (460) can have a curved shape. For example, one surface of each of the plurality of first transparent members (481) in contact with the adhesive layer (460) can have a convex shape with respect to the first direction (e.g., the +z direction). The plurality of first transparent members (481) can be spaced apart from each other. For example, the plurality of first transmitting elements (481) may be referred to as a plurality of lenses.

[0075] In one embodiment, at least one second transparent member (482) can correspond to at least one second light-emitting element (421b). The at least one second transparent member (482) can be disposed on (or above) the at least one second light-emitting element (421b). For example, the at least one second transparent member (482) can be spaced apart from the at least one second light-emitting element (421b) in a first direction (e.g., the +z direction). The at least one second transparent member (482) can transmit second light from the at least one second light-emitting element (421b). The at least one second transparent member (482) can be formed of substantially the same material as the plurality of first transparent members (481). In one embodiment, the at least one second transparent member (482) can be formed by cutting at least one of the plurality of transparent members (480). For example, at least one second transparent member (482) can be formed by cutting at least one of the plurality of transparent members (480) by a laser. For example, at least one second transparent member (482) can be formed by carbonizing at least one of the plurality of transparent members (480) by a laser. In one embodiment, at least one second transparent member (482) can have a different shape from each of the plurality of first transparent members (481). For example, at least one second transparent member (482) can have a different volume from each of the plurality of first transparent members (481). For example, the thickness of at least one second transparent member (482) can be smaller than the thickness of each of the plurality of first transparent members (481). The thickness of a component can represent a distance in a first direction (e.g., +z direction), and the expression can be used substantially the same way hereinafter unless otherwise stated.

[0076] According to one embodiment, the blocking member (490) can absorb at least a portion of the second light from at least one second light-emitting element (421b) transmitted to the outside of the display (400). The blocking member (490) can block the second light from at least one second light-emitting element (421b) from being transmitted to the outside of the display (400). For example, the blocking member (490) can include a substantially opaque material. The blocking member (490) can be formed of a substantially opaque material. The blocking member (490) can be formed of a material for absorbing light (e.g., a black material). According to one embodiment, the blocking member (490) can remove a bright spot (e.g., a bright spot (s1) of FIG. 3) that is visible from the outside of the display (400). For example, the blocking member (490) can be disposed on (or above) at least one second light-emitting element (421b) to eliminate a bright spot (s1) visible from the outside of the display (400). For example, the blocking member (490) can overlap at least one second light-emitting element (421b) when the display (400) is viewed from above. For example, when the display (400) is viewed in a third direction (e.g., a -z direction) opposite to the first direction (e.g., a +z direction), the blocking member (490) can at least partially overlap at least one second light-emitting element (421b). For example, when the blocking member (490) is omitted, the second light from at least one light-emitting element (421b) positioned above the defect (f1) can be emitted to the outside of the display (400). When the second light from at least one light-emitting element (421b) is emitted to the outside of the display (400), the sub-pixel (400-2) corresponding to the position of at least one light-emitting element (421b) can be recognized as a bright spot (s1) from the outside of the display (400).When the above sub-pixel (400-2) is recognized as a bright spot (s1) from the outside of the display (400), the display (400) may cause inconvenience to the user. An electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 3) may provide a structure in which the bright spot (s1) recognized from the outside of the display (400) is removed by a blocking member (490) that occludes at least one second light-emitting element (421b) corresponding to a defect (f1). The second light emitted from at least one second light-emitting element (421b) may not be transmitted (or emitted) to the outside of the display (400) by the blocking member (490). As the blocking member (490) blocks the second light emitted from at least one second light-emitting element (421b), the sub-pixel (400-2) corresponding to at least one second light-emitting element (421b) may become a dark dot. An area of ​​the screen (e.g., the screen (401) of FIG. 3) where the dark dot is located may be darker than another area of ​​the screen (401) where the dark dot is not located. The brightness (or luminance) of the area of ​​the screen (401) where the dark dot is located may be lower than the brightness (or luminance) of another area of ​​the screen (401) where the dark dot is not located. Since the visibility of the dark dot is lower than the visibility of the bright dot (s1), the blocking member (490) may change the bright dot (s1) into a dark dot by covering at least one second light-emitting element (421b).

[0077] In one embodiment, at least one second transparent member (482) can provide (or define) a space in which a blocking member (490) is disposed. For example, the blocking member (490) can be accommodated within at least one second transparent member (482) formed by cutting at least one of the plurality of transparent members (480). The blocking member (490) can contact the at least one second transparent member (482). The blocking member (490) can be accommodated (or disposed) within the at least one second transparent member (482). For example, at least a portion of the blocking member (490) can be surrounded (or wrapped) by the at least one second transparent member (482). For example, a side (490a) of the blocking member (490) facing the cover layer (470) can be exposed to the exterior of the at least one second transparent member (482). An electronic device (101) according to one embodiment can provide a structure in which the removal of a bright spot (s1) is easy because a blocking member (490) for absorbing the second light from at least one second light-emitting element (421b) is disposed within at least one second transparent member (482). For example, when the substrate (410) is formed of an opaque material (e.g., silicon), a defect (f1) on one side (410a) of the substrate (410) may not be removed by laser irradiation through the other side (410b) of the substrate (410). The other side (410b) of the substrate (410) may be opposite to the one side (410a) of the substrate (410). For example, the third direction (e.g., -z direction) toward which the other side (410b) of the substrate (410) faces may be opposite to the first direction (e.g., +z direction) toward which the one side (410a) of the substrate (410) faces.An electronic device (101) according to one embodiment can provide a structure that can easily remove a bright spot (s1) visible from the outside of a display (400), because at least one second transparent member (482) that accommodates a blocking member (490) is formed by deforming one of a plurality of transparent members (480) corresponding to a defect (f1).

[0078] In one embodiment, the blocking member (490) can be at least partially inserted into at least one second transparent member (482). The blocking member (490) can penetrate at least one second transparent member (482). For example, the blocking member (490) can penetrate at least one second transparent member (482), the flattening layer (450), and a portion of the filter layer (440). For example, the blocking member (490) can be inserted into at least a portion of one color filter (441a) corresponding to at least one second light-emitting element (421b) among the plurality of color filters (441). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the blocking member (490) can penetrate at least one second transparent member (482) and a portion of the flattening layer (450). The blocking member (490) can be spaced apart from the sealing layer (430). For example, when the blocking member (490) penetrates at least a portion of the sealing layer (430), a plurality of light-emitting elements (421) within the light-emitting layer (420) may be damaged as foreign substances or oxygen are introduced into the light-emitting layer (420). An electronic device (101) according to one embodiment may provide a structure capable of reducing damage to the display (400) due to the introduction of foreign substances or oxygen into the light-emitting layer (420) by the blocking member (490) disposed outside the sealing layer (430).

[0079] As described above, the electronic device (101) according to one embodiment can provide a structure capable of reducing the number of bright spots (s1) visible from the outside of the display (400) by a blocking member (490) overlaid on at least one second light-emitting element (421b) corresponding to the location of the defect (f1).

[0080] FIG. 5 illustrates an example of a method for manufacturing an exemplary display according to one embodiment.

[0081] Referring to FIG. 5, in state 510, a light-emitting layer (420) may be laminated on a substrate (410). An encapsulating layer (430) may be laminated on the light-emitting layer (420). For example, the encapsulating layer (430) may be interposed between a plurality of first transparent members (481) and the light-emitting layer (420), and between at least one second transparent member (482) and the light-emitting layer (420). A filter layer (440) may be laminated on the encapsulating layer (430). For example, the filter layer (440) may be interposed between the encapsulating layer (430) and a plurality of first transparent members (481), and between at least one second transparent member (482) and the encapsulating layer (430). A flattening layer (450) may be laminated on the filter layer (440). For example, the flattening layer (450) may be interposed between the filter layer (440) and the plurality of first transparent members (481), and between the filter layer (440) and at least one second transparent member (482). The plurality of transparent members (480) may be laminated on the flattening layer (450). According to one embodiment, in state 510, the location of the defect (f1) may be identified. For example, the location of the defect (f1) may be identified through the location of at least one second light-emitting element (421b) that emits brighter light than other light-emitting elements among the plurality of light-emitting elements (421).

[0082] In state 520, a groove (501) may be formed. The position of the groove (501) may correspond to the position of at least one second light-emitting element (421b) corresponding to the position of the defect (f1). The groove (501) may be formed (or arranged) in one of the plurality of transparent members (480) corresponding to the at least one second light-emitting element (421b) (e.g., at least one second transparent member (482)). The groove (501) may penetrate one of the plurality of transparent members (480), the planarization layer (450), and at least a portion of the filter layer (440). For example, the groove (501) may be formed by cutting one of the plurality of transparent members (480) by a laser, but is not limited thereto. For example, the groove (501) may be formed by cutting one of the plurality of transparent members (480) by a chemical solution or a physical force. As one of the plurality of penetrating members (480) is cut, at least one second penetrating member (482) can be formed.

[0083] In state 530, a blocking member (490) can be placed (or accommodated) inside the groove (501). The blocking member (490) can fill at least a portion of the groove (501). As the blocking member (490) fills at least a portion of the groove (501), the amount of second light from at least one second transmitting member (482) transmitted to the outside of the display (400) can be reduced.

[0084] In state 540, an adhesive layer (460) may be laminated on a plurality of transparent members (480) and a flattening layer (450). A cover layer (470) may be laminated on the adhesive layer (460). As the cover layer (470) is laminated, the fabrication of the display (400) may be completed.

[0085] As described above, the display according to one embodiment (e.g., the display (400) of FIG. 3) can provide a structure in which it is easy to remove a bright spot (e.g., the bright spot (s1) of FIG. 3) because the blocking member (490) is accommodated in at least one second transparent member (482) formed by cutting one of the plurality of transparent members (480). For example, after the location of the defect (f1) is identified, the blocking member (490) is accommodated in a space in which one of the plurality of transparent members (480) corresponding to the location of the defect (f1) is cut, so that it is easy to remove the bright spot (s1) during the process of manufacturing the display (400).

[0086] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0087] The display (400) of FIG. 6 may be a display (400) in which the structures of the filter layer (440), the flattening layer (450), the at least one second transmitting member (482), and the blocking member (490) are changed from the display (400) of FIG. 4, so redundant descriptions will be omitted.

[0088] Referring to FIG. 6, according to one embodiment, one side (482a) of at least one second transparent member (482) may have a shape that is substantially parallel to the flattening layer (450). For example, one side (482a) of at least one second transparent member (482) may have a shape that is substantially planar.

[0089] In one embodiment, the blocking member (490) can be disposed on at least one second transparent member (482). For example, the blocking member (490) can be disposed on one side (482a) of at least one second transparent member (482) facing the cover layer (470). The blocking member (490) can be disposed outside the flattening layer (450). The blocking member (490) can be spaced apart from the flattening layer (450). In one embodiment, the blocking member (490) can be formed by carbonizing one of the plurality of transparent members (480) corresponding to the defect (f1). For example, the blocking member (490) can be formed by carbonizing one of the plurality of transparent members (480) corresponding to the defect (f1) by a laser, but is not limited thereto. For example, after one of the plurality of transparent members (480) corresponding to the defect (f1) is cut, a material for forming a blocking member (490) may be placed on one of the plurality of transparent members (480) corresponding to the defect (f1), thereby forming the blocking member (490).

[0090] In one embodiment, the size of at least one second transparent member (482) may be larger than the size of the blocking member (490). For example, the width of the at least one second transparent member (482) may be larger than the width of the blocking member (490). The width of an element may represent a distance in a second direction (e.g., +x direction or -x direction), and the expression may be utilized substantially the same way below. For example, the area of ​​the other side (482b) of the at least one second transparent member (482) facing the at least one second light-emitting element (421b) may be larger than the area of ​​the other side (490b) of the blocking member (490) facing the at least one second light-emitting element (421b). For example, when the blocking member (490) is formed by carbonization of one of the plurality of transparent members (480) by a laser, the more excessively one of the plurality of transparent members (480) is carbonized, the more heat may be transferred to the plurality of first transparent members (481). When the heat during the process of carbonizing one of the plurality of transparent members (480) is transferred to the plurality of first transparent members (481), the plurality of first transparent members (481) may be deformed by the heat, so that the first light from each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a) may not be refracted (or may not be focused). According to one embodiment, the display (400) can reduce (or inhibit) deformation of the plurality of first transparent members (481) while the blocking member (490) is formed because one of the plurality of transparent members (480) corresponding to the position of the defect (f1) is carbonized within an appropriate range, thereby forming the blocking member (490). Since one of the plurality of transparent members (480) corresponding to the position of the defect (f1) is carbonized within an appropriate range, the size of the blocking member (490) can be smaller than the size of at least one second transparent member (482).

[0091] As described above, the display (400) according to one embodiment can provide a structure that can reduce the number of bright spots (e.g., bright spots (s1) of FIG. 3) visible from the outside of the display (400) by a blocking member (490) overlapping at least one second light-emitting element (421b).

[0092] FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0093] The display (400) of FIG. 7 may be a display (400) in which the structures of the filter layer (440), the flattening layer (450), the plurality of transparent members (480), and the blocking member (490) are changed from the display (400) of FIG. 4, so redundant descriptions will be omitted.

[0094] Referring to FIG. 7, according to one embodiment, the shape of at least one second penetrating member (482) positioned on (or above) the defect (f1) may be substantially the same as the shape of each of the plurality of first penetrating members (481). The volume of at least one second penetrating member (482) positioned on (or above) the defect (f1) may be substantially the same as the volume of each of the plurality of first penetrating members (481).

[0095] In one embodiment, the blocking member (490) can be disposed (or interposed) between at least one second transparent member (482) and the filter layer (440). The blocking member (490) can be disposed within the flattening layer (450). For example, the blocking member (490) can contact at least one second transparent member (482) within the flattening layer (450). The blocking member (490) can be inserted within the flattening layer (450). For example, the blocking member (490) can be surrounded (or wrapped) by the flattening layer (450). The thickness of the blocking member (490) can be thinner than the thickness of the flattening layer (450), but is not limited thereto. For example, the thickness of the blocking member (490) can be substantially the same as the thickness of the flattening layer (450).

[0096] In one embodiment, the blocking member (490) may be formed by cutting the flattening layer (450). For example, before the plurality of transparent members (480) are arranged, the flattening layer (450) may be cut after the location of the defect (f1) is identified. After the flattening layer (450) is cut, a material for forming the blocking member (490) may be accommodated within the cut flattening layer (450), thereby forming the blocking member (490). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. The blocking member (490) may be formed by carbonizing the flattening layer (450). For example, before the plurality of transparent members (480) are arranged, the location of the defect (f1) is identified, and then the flattening layer (450) may be carbonized, thereby forming the blocking member (490). For example, carbonization of the flattening layer (450) can be performed by a laser. After the blocking member (490) is formed, a plurality of transparent members (480) are placed on the flattening layer (450), and an adhesive layer (460) and a cover layer (470) are laminated, respectively, thereby completing the manufacturing of the display (400).

[0097] As described above, the display (400) according to one embodiment can provide a structure capable of eliminating a bright spot visible from the outside of the display (400) by a blocking member (490) disposed within the flattening layer (450).

[0098] FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0099] The display (400) of FIG. 8 may be a display (400) in which the structures of the filter layer (440), the flattening layer (450), the plurality of transparent members (480), and the blocking member (490) are changed from the display (400) of FIG. 4, so redundant descriptions will be omitted.

[0100] Referring to FIG. 8, according to one embodiment, the shape of at least one second penetrating member (482) positioned on (or above) the defect (f1) may be substantially the same as the shape of each of the plurality of first penetrating members (481). The volume of at least one second penetrating member (482) positioned on (or above) the defect (f1) may be substantially the same as the volume of each of the plurality of first penetrating members (481).

[0101] In one embodiment, the blocking member (490) can surround (or enclose) at least one second transparent member (482) and a portion of each of the plurality of first transparent members (481) adjacent to the at least one second transparent member (482). For example, the blocking member (490) can surround (or enclose) a portion of each of the plurality of first transparent members (481) that surround the at least one second transparent member (482). The blocking member (490) can be disposed on a portion of the flattening layer (450). For example, the blocking member (490) can contact a portion of one side (450a) of the flattening layer (450) that faces the cover layer (470).

[0102] In one embodiment, the blocking member (490) can be formed after the plurality of transparent members (480) are formed. For example, after the plurality of transparent members (480) are formed, the location of the defect (f1) can be identified. After the location of the defect (f1) is identified, a material for forming the blocking member (490) can be disposed on at least one second transparent member (482) and a portion of each of the plurality of first transparent members (481) adjacent to at least one second transparent member (482), thereby forming the blocking member (490).

[0103] As described above, the display (400) according to one embodiment can provide a structure that can reduce the number of bright spots (e.g., bright spots (s1) of FIG. 3) visible from the outside of the display (400) by at least one second transparent member (482) and a blocking member (490) in contact with a portion of each of the plurality of first transparent members (481).

[0104] FIG. 9 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0105] The display (400) of FIG. 9 may be a display (400) in which the structures of the filter layer (440), the flattening layer (450), the plurality of transparent members (480) and the blocking member (490) are changed from the display (400) of FIG. 4, and a first compensation layer (610) is added, so a redundant description will be omitted.

[0106] Referring to FIG. 9, according to one embodiment, the shape of at least one second penetrating member (482) positioned on (or above) the defect (f1) may be substantially the same as the shape of each of the plurality of first penetrating members (481). The volume of at least one second penetrating member (482) positioned on (or above) the defect (f1) may be substantially the same as the volume of each of the plurality of first penetrating members (481).

[0107] According to one embodiment, the display (400) may further include a first compensation layer (610). The first compensation layer (610) may be disposed (or interposed) between the adhesive layer (460) and the cover layer (470). The first compensation layer (610) may be spaced apart from the plurality of transparent members (480). For example, the first compensation layer (610) may be spaced apart from the plurality of transparent members (480) along a first direction (e.g., the +z direction).

[0108] According to one embodiment, the blocking member (490) may be disposed (or interposed) between the adhesive layer (460) and the cover layer (470). The blocking member (490) may be disposed (or interposed) between at least one second transparent member (482) corresponding to the location of the defect (f1) and the cover layer (470). The blocking member (490) may be disposed within the first compensation layer (610). For example, the blocking member (490) may contact the cover layer (470) within the first compensation layer (610). The blocking member (490) may be inserted within the first compensation layer (610). For example, the blocking member (490) may be surrounded (or wrapped) by the first compensation layer (610). The thickness of the blocking member (490) may be thinner than the thickness of the first compensation layer (610), but is not limited thereto. For example, the thickness of the blocking member (490) may be substantially the same as the thickness of the first compensation layer (610). The first compensation layer (610) may be formed of, for example, at least one of a photosensitive polymer and / or a thermosensitive polymer.

[0109] According to one embodiment, the blocking member (490) may be formed after the first compensation layer (610) is formed. The first compensation layer (610) may be disposed (or formed) on the adhesive layer (460). After the first compensation layer (610) is disposed on the adhesive layer (460), the location of the defect (f1) may be identified. For example, after the location of the defect (f1) is identified, a laser may be irradiated to an area of ​​the first compensation layer (610) corresponding to the location of the defect (f1). The location of the area of ​​the first compensation layer (610) corresponding to the location of the defect (f1) may correspond to the location of at least one second light-emitting element (421b). When a laser is irradiated to one area of ​​the first compensation layer (610) to cut the first compensation layer (610), a material for forming a blocking member (490) may be received within the cut area of ​​the first compensation layer (610), thereby forming the blocking member (490). When a laser is irradiated to one area of ​​the first compensation layer (610) to carbonize the first compensation layer (610), the carbonized area of ​​the first compensation layer (610) may form the blocking member (490). After the blocking member (490) is formed, a cover layer (470) may be disposed on the first compensation layer (610), thereby completing the manufacturing of the display (400). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the blocking member (490) may be formed after the cover layer (470) is disposed on the first compensation layer (610).

[0110] As described above, the display (400) according to one embodiment can provide a structure in which a bright spot (e.g., a bright spot (s1) of FIG. 3) due to a defect (f1) is removed by a blocking member (490) disposed within the first compensation layer (610).

[0111] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0112] The display (400) of FIG. 10 may be a display (400) to which a second compensation layer (620) and a third compensation layer (630) are added to the display (400) of FIG. 9, so redundant descriptions will be omitted.

[0113] Referring to FIG. 10, according to one embodiment, the second compensation layer (620) may be disposed (or interposed) between the first compensation layer (610) and the adhesive layer (460). For example, the second compensation layer (620) may be disposed (or interposed) between the first compensation layer (610) and the third compensation layer (630). The second compensation layer (620) may reduce (or block) the transfer of heat generated by the laser for forming the blocking member (490) to the adhesive layer (460). The second compensation layer (620) may be formed of a material whose properties are not changed by the laser. For example, the second compensation layer (620) may be formed of at least one of an inorganic material and an organic material. For example, the second compensation layer (620) may be formed of a substantially transparent material, but is not limited thereto.

[0114] According to one embodiment, the third compensation layer (630) may be disposed (or interposed) between the second compensation layer (620) and the adhesive layer (460). The third compensation layer (630) may reduce (or block) transmission of a laser to the adhesive layer (460) for forming the blocking member (490). The third compensation layer (630) may be formed of a material whose properties are not changed by the laser. For example, the third compensation layer (630) may be formed of a substantially transparent material. For example, the third compensation layer (630) may be formed of an inorganic material. For example, the third compensation layer (630) may be formed of, but is not limited to, at least one of ITO (Indium tin oxide) and IZO (Indium zinc oxide).

[0115] According to one embodiment, after the adhesive layer (460) is formed, a third compensation layer (630) can be laminated on the adhesive layer (460). After the third compensation layer (630) is formed, a second compensation layer (620) can be laminated on the third compensation layer (630). After the second compensation layer (620) is formed, a first compensation layer (610) can be laminated on the third compensation layer (630). After the first compensation layer (610) is formed, the location of the defect (f1) can be identified. After the location of the defect (f1) is identified, a blocking member (490) can be formed by irradiation with a laser. The second compensation layer (620) and the third compensation layer (630) can prevent heat from the laser from being transferred to the adhesive layer (460) while the laser for forming the blocking member (490) is irradiated to the first compensation layer (610). After the blocking member (490) is formed, a cover layer (470) can be placed on the first compensation layer (610) and the blocking member (490).

[0116] As described above, the display (400) according to one embodiment can provide a structure in which a bright spot (e.g., a bright spot (s1) of FIG. 3) due to a defect (f1) is removed by a blocking member (490) disposed within the first compensation layer (610).

[0117] FIG. 11 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0118] The display (400) of FIG. 11 may be a display (400) in which the structure of the first compensation layer (610) is changed from the display (400) of FIG. 9, so a duplicate description will be omitted.

[0119] Referring to FIG. 11, according to one embodiment, the first compensation layer (610) may include portions (611, 612, 613) that are disconnected from each other. Each portion (611, 612, 613) of the first compensation layer (610) may correspond to each of the plurality of light-emitting elements (421). The portions (611, 612, 613) of the first compensation layer (610) may be disposed on each of the plurality of light-emitting elements (421). The portions (611, 612, 613) of the first compensation layer (610) may be spaced apart from each other. For example, portions (611, 612, 613) of the first compensation layer (610) may be spaced apart from each other along a second direction (e.g., +x direction and / or -x direction) that is substantially perpendicular to the first direction (e.g., +z direction). The adhesive layer (460) may fill the space between the portions (611, 612, 613) of the first compensation layer (610).

[0120] According to one embodiment, the blocking member (490) may be positioned within a portion (612) corresponding to the location of the defect (f1) among the portions (611, 612, 613) of the first compensation layer (610). The blocking member (490) may be positioned within a portion (612) positioned on at least one second light-emitting element (421b) among the portions (611, 612, 613) of the first compensation layer (610).

[0121] According to one embodiment, after the first compensation layer (610) is formed, a blocking member (490) may be formed. A laser for forming the blocking member (490) may be irradiated to a portion (612) corresponding to the location of the defect (f1). Since the first compensation layer (610) has a disconnected shape, the amount of heat from the portion (612) transferred to other portions (612, 613) may be reduced.

[0122] As described above, the display (400) according to one embodiment can provide a structure in which a bright spot (e.g., bright spot (s1) of FIG. 3) is removed by a blocking member (490) disposed within a portion (612) of the first compensation layer (610) corresponding to the location of the defect (f1).

[0123] FIG. 12 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0124] The display (400) of FIG. 12 may be a display (400) to which a plurality of second BMs (640) are added in the display (400) of FIG. 11, so a duplicate description will be omitted.

[0125] Referring to FIG. 12, according to one embodiment, a plurality of second BMs (640) may distinguish (or define) a plurality of sub-pixels (400-1, 400-2, 400-3). For example, the plurality of second BMs (640) may be formed of a material for absorbing light. The plurality of second BMs (640) may be spaced apart from each other. For example, the plurality of second BMs (640) may be spaced apart from each other along a second direction (e.g., +x direction and / or -x direction) that is substantially perpendicular to a first direction (e.g., +z direction). The plurality of second BMs (640) may be disposed (or interposed) between portions (611, 612, 613) of the first compensation layer (610).

[0126] In one embodiment, the blocking member (490) may be positioned within a portion (612) of the first compensation layer (610) corresponding to the location of the defect (f1). The blocking member (490) may be spaced apart from each of the plurality of second BMs (640) that surround (or enclose) the portion (612) of the first compensation layer (610), but is not limited thereto. For example, the blocking member (490) may be in contact with each of the plurality of second BMs (640) that surround (or enclose) the portion (612) of the first compensation layer (610).

[0127] According to one embodiment, a plurality of second BMs (640) may be formed to accurately distinguish a plurality of sub-pixels (400-1, 400-2, 400-3). If the plurality of second BMs (640) are omitted, for example, heat from a laser irradiated to a portion (612) of the first compensation layer (610) may be transferred to an adhesive layer (460) that surrounds the portion (612) of the first compensation layer (610). If heat is transferred to the adhesive layer (460), accurate distinction of the plurality of sub-pixels (400-1, 400-2, 400-3) may be difficult. A display (400) according to one embodiment may include a plurality of relatively precisely separated sub-pixels (400-1, 400-2, 400-3) because a plurality of second BMs (640) fill the gaps between portions (611, 612, 613) of the first compensation layer (610).

[0128] As described above, the display (400) according to one embodiment can provide a structure in which a bright spot (e.g., bright spot (s1) of FIG. 3) is removed by a blocking member (490) disposed within a portion (612) of the first compensation layer (610) corresponding to the location of the defect (f1).

[0129] FIG. 13 is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of a cut display according to one embodiment.

[0130] The display (400) of FIG. 13 may be a display (400) in which the position of the first compensation layer (610) is changed from the display (400) of FIG. 9 and a plurality of second BMs (640) are added, so a redundant description will be omitted.

[0131] Referring to FIG. 13, according to one embodiment, a plurality of second BMs (640) may be positioned (or inserted) within an adhesive layer (460). For example, the plurality of second BMs (640) may be in contact with a cover layer (470) within the adhesive layer (460), but is not limited thereto.

[0132] According to one embodiment, the first compensation layer (610) may be disposed on the cover layer (470). For example, the first compensation layer (610) may be disposed on one side (470a) of the cover layer (470) facing the first direction (e.g., +z direction). As the first compensation layer (610) is disposed on the cover layer (470), the blocking member (490) may be disposed on one side (470a) of the cover layer (470) together with the first compensation layer (610).

[0133] As described above, the display (400) according to one embodiment can provide a structure capable of covering a bright spot (e.g., bright spot (s1) of FIG. 3) caused by a defect (f1) by a blocking member (490) disposed on a cover layer (470).

[0134] During the manufacturing process of an electronic device display, a bright spot may be generated on the display due to a defect on the substrate. A bright spot may be caused by foreign matter on the substrate or a short circuit in a conductive pattern on the substrate. When a bright spot occurs on a display, a portion (or pixel) of the display containing the bright spot may emit relatively brighter light than another portion (or other pixel) of the display that does not contain the bright spot. If a portion of the display emits brighter light than another portion of the display, the display may not be able to provide visual information to the user smoothly. The electronic device may require a structure to compensate for the bright spot of the display.

[0135] The technical tasks to be achieved in this document are not limited to the technical tasks mentioned above, and other technical tasks not mentioned will be clearly understood by those with ordinary skill in the technical field to which this document pertains from the description below.

[0136] A display (e.g., a display (400) of FIG. 4) is provided. According to one embodiment, the display may include a substrate (e.g., a substrate (410) of FIG. 4). According to one embodiment, the display may include a plurality of first light-emitting elements (e.g., a plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a) of FIG. 4) and at least one second light-emitting element (e.g., at least one second light-emitting element (421b) of FIG. 4), and a light-emitting layer (e.g., a light-emitting layer (420) of FIG. 4) disposed on the substrate may be disposed on each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements. According to one embodiment, the display may include a plurality of first transparent members (e.g., a plurality of first transparent members (481) of FIG. 4) configured to refract first light from each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements. In one embodiment, the display may include at least one second transparent member (e.g., at least one second transparent member (482) of FIG. 4) disposed on the at least one second light-emitting element and configured to transmit second light from the at least one second light-emitting element. In one embodiment, the display may include a blocking member (e.g., a blocking member (490) of FIG. 4) comprising an opaque material and in contact with the at least one second transparent member so as to absorb at least a portion of the second light transmitted to the outside of the display. In one embodiment, a shape of the at least one second transparent member may be different from a shape of each of the plurality of first transparent members.

[0137] According to one embodiment, the display may provide a structure in which a bright spot visible from the outside of the display is removed by a blocking member overlapping the at least one second light-emitting element.

[0138] In one embodiment, the second light may be brighter than the first light due to a defect in at least one of the substrate and the light-emitting layer.

[0139] According to one embodiment, the display may provide a structure in which a bright spot formed by a manufacturing defect of the display is removed by a blocking member overlapping the at least one second light-emitting element.

[0140] In one embodiment, the substrate may be formed of an opaque material.

[0141] According to one embodiment, the display may provide a structure in which a bright spot caused by a defect on an opaque substrate can be removed by at least one second transparent member that accommodates a blocking member.

[0142] In one embodiment, the substrate may include silicon.

[0143] According to one embodiment, the display may provide a structure in which a bright spot caused by a defect on a silicon substrate can be removed by at least one second transparent member that accommodates a blocking member.

[0144] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the blocking member may be surrounded by the at least one second permeable member.

[0145] According to one embodiment, the display may provide a structure in which a bright spot caused by a defect on the substrate can be removed by a blocking member at least partially inserted into at least one second transparent member.

[0146] In one embodiment, the blocking member can be at least partially inserted into the at least one second penetrating member.

[0147] According to one embodiment, the display can provide a structure in which a bright spot caused by a defect on the substrate can be eliminated because at least a portion of the blocking member is inserted into at least one second transparent member.

[0148] According to one embodiment, the display may include an encapsulating layer (e.g., the encapsulating layer (430) of FIG. 4) interposed between the light-emitting layer and the plurality of first transparent members, and between the light-emitting layer and the at least one second transparent member. According to one embodiment, the display may further include a filter layer (e.g., the filter layer (440) of FIG. 4) interposed between the encapsulating layer and the plurality of first transparent members, and between the encapsulating layer and the at least one second transparent member. According to one embodiment, the filter layer may include a plurality of color filters (e.g., the plurality of color filters (441) of FIG. 4) corresponding to each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements and the at least one second light-emitting element. According to one embodiment, the filter layer may include a plurality of BMs (e.g., the plurality of first BMs (442) of FIG. 4) disposed between the plurality of color filters. According to one embodiment, the blocking member may be inserted within at least a portion of one color filter corresponding to the at least one second light-emitting element among the plurality of color filters.

[0149] According to one embodiment, the display may provide a structure in which a bright spot caused by a defect on the substrate can be removed by a blocking member penetrating at least one second transparent member.

[0150] In one embodiment, the blocking member may be spaced apart from the bag layer.

[0151] The display according to one embodiment can provide a structure with reduced breakage within the display because the blocking member is separated from the sealing layer.

[0152] In one embodiment, the display may further include a planarization layer (e.g., planarization layer (450) of FIG. 4) interposed between the filter layer and the plurality of first transparent members, and the filter layer and the at least one second transparent member. In one embodiment, the blocking member may penetrate the planarization layer.

[0153] According to one embodiment, the display may provide a structure in which a bright spot caused by a defect on a substrate can be removed by a blocking member penetrating the flattening layer.

[0154] In one embodiment, the blocking member may overlap the at least one second light-emitting element when the display is viewed from above.

[0155] According to one embodiment, the display may provide a structure in which a bright spot caused by a defect on a substrate can be removed by a blocking member overlapping at least one second light-emitting element positioned at a position corresponding to the position of the defect.

[0156] In one embodiment, the thickness of the at least one second penetrating member may be less than the thickness of each of the plurality of first penetrating members.

[0157] According to one embodiment, the display can provide a structure that facilitates the removal of a bright spot by at least one second transparent member formed by cutting one of a plurality of transparent members.

[0158] According to one embodiment, the light-emitting layer may include a plurality of first electrodes spaced apart from each other (e.g., a plurality of first electrodes (422) of FIG. 4). According to one embodiment, the light-emitting layer may include a plurality of partition walls (e.g., a plurality of partition walls (425) of FIG. 4) surrounding the plurality of first electrodes. According to one embodiment, the light-emitting layer may include an organic layer (e.g., an organic layer (424) of FIG. 4) disposed on the plurality of first electrodes and including an organic light-emitting material. According to one embodiment, the light-emitting layer may include a second electrode (e.g., at least one second electrode (423) of FIG. 4) disposed on the organic layer.

[0159] According to one embodiment, the display can provide various visual information to a user through a plurality of first electrodes corresponding to each other, at least one second electrode, and an organic layer.

[0160] According to one embodiment, the display may include a plurality of conductive lines (e.g., conductive lines (411) of FIG. 4) interposed between the light-emitting layer and the substrate.

[0161] In one embodiment, the organic layer can fill at least a portion of the space between the plurality of partition walls.

[0162] According to one embodiment, the area of ​​one side of the at least one second transmitting member facing the at least one second light-emitting element (e.g., one side (482a) of FIG. 5) may be greater than the area of ​​one side of the blocking member facing the at least one second light-emitting element.

[0163] An electronic device (e.g., an electronic device (101) of FIG. 3) is provided. According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a housing (e.g., a housing (300) of FIG. 3). According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a display (e.g., a display (400) of FIG. 4) disposed on the housing. According to one embodiment, the display may include a substrate (e.g., a substrate (410) of FIG. 4). According to one embodiment, the display includes a plurality of first light-emitting elements (e.g., a plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a) of FIG. 4) and at least one second light-emitting element (e.g., at least one second light-emitting element (421b) of FIG. 4), and a light-emitting layer (e.g., a light-emitting layer (420) of FIG. 4) disposed on the substrate, each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements may be disposed on the substrate. In one embodiment, the display may include a plurality of first transparent members (e.g., the plurality of first transparent members (481) of FIG. 4) configured to refract first light from each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements. In one embodiment, the display may include at least one second transparent member (e.g., the at least one second transparent member (482) of FIG. 4) disposed on the at least one second light-emitting element and configured to transmit second light from the at least one second light-emitting element. In one embodiment, the display may include a blocking member (e.g., the blocking member (490) of FIG. 4) comprising an opaque material and in contact with the at least one second transparent member so as to absorb at least a portion of the second light transmitted to the outside of the display. In one embodiment, a volume of the at least one second transparent member may be different from a volume of each of the plurality of first transparent members.

[0164] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the blocking member may be surrounded by the at least one second permeable member.

[0165] According to one embodiment, the display may provide a structure in which a bright spot caused by a defect on the substrate can be removed by a blocking member at least partially inserted into at least one second transparent member.

[0166] According to one embodiment, the display may include an encapsulating layer (e.g., the encapsulating layer (430) of FIG. 4) interposed between the light-emitting layer and the plurality of first transparent members, and between the light-emitting layer and the at least one second transparent member. According to one embodiment, the display may further include a filter layer (e.g., the filter layer (440) of FIG. 4) interposed between the encapsulating layer and the plurality of first transparent members, and between the encapsulating layer and the at least one second transparent member. According to one embodiment, the filter layer may include a plurality of color filters (e.g., the plurality of color filters (441) of FIG. 4) corresponding to each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements and the at least one second light-emitting element. According to one embodiment, the filter layer may include a plurality of BMs (e.g., the plurality of first BMs (442) of FIG. 4) disposed between the plurality of color filters. According to one embodiment, the blocking member may be inserted within at least a portion of one color filter corresponding to the at least one second light-emitting element among the plurality of color filters.

[0167] In one embodiment, the thickness of the at least one second penetrating member may be less than the thickness of each of the plurality of first penetrating members.

[0168] According to one embodiment, the display can provide a structure that facilitates the removal of a bright spot by at least one second transparent member formed by cutting one of a plurality of transparent members.

[0169] According to one embodiment, the area of ​​one side of the at least one second transmitting member facing the at least one second light-emitting element (e.g., one side (482a) of FIG. 5) may be greater than the area of ​​one side of the blocking member facing the at least one second light-emitting element.

[0170] The effects that can be obtained from the present disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects that are not mentioned can be clearly understood by a person having ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure belongs from the description below.

[0171] Electronic devices according to the various embodiments disclosed in this document may take various forms. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, electronic devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to the embodiments of this document are not limited to the aforementioned devices.

[0172] The various embodiments of this document and the terminology used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, but should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutes of the 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 the items, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this document, each of the phrases "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" can include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase among those phrases, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first," "second," or "first" or "second" may be used merely to distinguish one component from another, and do not limit the components in any other respect (e.g., importance or order). When a component (e.g., a first component) is referred to as "coupled" or "connected" to another (e.g., a second component), with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicatively," it means that the component can be connected to the other component directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0173] The term "module" used in 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. A module may be an integral component, or a minimum unit or part of such a component 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).

[0174] Various embodiments of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., a program (140)) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., an internal memory (136) or an external memory (138)) readable by a machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)). For example, a processor (e.g., a processor (120)) of the machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)) may call at least one instruction among the one or more instructions stored from the storage medium and execute it. This enables the machine to operate 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 executable by an interpreter. The machine-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-transitory' simply means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and the term does not distinguish between cases where data is stored semi-permanently or temporarily on the storage medium.

[0175] According to one embodiment, the method according to various embodiments disclosed in the present document may be provided as included in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded as a product between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)), or may be distributed online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) via an application store (e.g., Play Store™) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored 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.

[0176] According to various embodiments, each component (e.g., a module or a program) of the above-described components may include one or more entities, and some of the entities may be separated and placed in other components. According to various embodiments, one or more components or operations of the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, a plurality of components (e.g., a module or a program) may be integrated into a single component. In such a case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the plurality of components identically or similarly to those performed by the corresponding component among the plurality of components prior to the integration. According to various embodiments, the operations performed by a module, program, or other component 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.

[0177] While the present disclosure has been illustrated and described with reference to various embodiments, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes in form and detail may be made therein without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. In the display (400), Substrate (410); A light-emitting layer (420) comprising a plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a) and at least one second light-emitting element (421b) and disposed on the substrate (410); A plurality of first transmitting members (481) arranged on each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a) and configured to refract first light from each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a); At least one second transmitting member (482) arranged on the at least one second light-emitting element (421b) and configured to transmit second light from the at least one second light-emitting element (421b); and A blocking member (490) comprising an opaque material and contacting the at least one second transmitting member (482) to absorb at least a portion of the second light transmitted to the outside of the display (400); The shape of at least one second penetrating member (482) is: Each of the plurality of first penetrating members (481) has a different shape, Display (400).

2. In paragraph 1, The above second light, Brighter than the first light due to a defect in at least one of the substrate (410) and the light-emitting layer (420). Display (400).

3. In paragraph 1 or 2, The above substrate (410) is formed of opaque material, Display (400).

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, The above substrate (410) is Containing silicone, Display (400).

5. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 4, At least a portion of the above blocking member (490), Surrounded by at least one second penetrating member (482), Display (400).

6. In paragraph 5, The above blocking member (490) is At least partially inserted into the at least one second penetrating member (482), Display (400).

7. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, A sealing layer (430) interposed between the light-emitting layer (420) and the plurality of first transparent members (481), and between the light-emitting layer (420) and the at least one second transparent member (482); and It further includes a filter layer (440) interposed between the bag layer (430) and the plurality of first penetrating members (481), and between the bag layer (430) and the at least one second penetrating member (482); The above filter layer (440) is A plurality of color filters (441) corresponding to each of the plurality of first light-emitting elements (421a) and the at least one second light-emitting element (421b); Including a plurality of BMs (442) arranged between the plurality of color filters (441); The above blocking member (490) is Among the plurality of color filters (441), at least a part of one color filter corresponding to at least one second light-emitting element (421b) is inserted. Display (400).

8. In paragraph 7, The above blocking member (490) is Separated from the above bag layer (430), Display (400).

9. In paragraph 7, It further includes a flattening layer (450) interposed between the filter layer (440) and the plurality of first penetrating members (481), and the filter layer (440) and the at least one second penetrating member (482); The above blocking member (490) is Penetrating the above flattening layer (450), Display (400).

10. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 9, The above blocking member (490) is When viewing the above display (400) from above, the at least one second light-emitting element (421b) is overlapped, Display (400).

11. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 10, The thickness of at least one second penetrating member (482) is: Smaller than the thickness of each of the plurality of first penetrating members (481), Display (400).

12. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 11, The above light-emitting layer (420) is A plurality of first electrodes (422) spaced apart from each other; A plurality of partition walls (425) surrounding the plurality of first electrodes (422); An organic layer disposed on the plurality of first electrodes (422) and including an organic light-emitting material; and A second electrode (423) disposed on the organic layer; including; Display (400).

13. In paragraph 12, The above organic layer, Filling at least a portion of the space between the above plurality of bulkheads (425), Display (400).

14. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 13, Further comprising a plurality of conductive lines (411) interposed between the light-emitting layer (420) and the substrate (410); Display (400).

15. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 14, The area of ​​one side of the at least one second transmitting member (482) facing the at least one second light-emitting element (421b) is A surface area greater than that of one side of the blocking member (490) facing the at least one second light-emitting element (421b), Display (400).

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