Electronic device comprising antenna and rack gear

Abstract

This electronic device comprises: a housing including a first housing part and a second housing part; a rack gear; a conductive portion formed along a portion of a side surface of the second housing part; a wireless communication circuit configured to communicate with an external electronic device by using the conductive portion; and a first substrate electrically connected to the conductive portion. The conductive portion is arranged at a position corresponding to a first state in which a distance between the rack gear and the conductive portion is minimum or a position corresponding to a second state in which the distance is maximum. The rack gear includes a second portion capable of being in contact with a ground portion of the first substrate or the conductive portion in the first state.

Description

Electronic devices including antennas and rack gear

[0001] The present disclosure relates to an electronic device including an antenna and a rack gear.

[0002] Electronic devices including large-screen displays can enhance user usability. With the increasing demand for highly portable electronic devices, electronic devices may include deformable displays. These deformable displays may be foldable or rollable. The deformation of the display can be achieved through the movement of movably coupled housing parts. The electronic device may include a rack gear for the movement of the housing parts.

[0003] An electronic device may communicate with an external electronic device using a portion of a housing. For example, the housing may include a plurality of conductive portions separated from each other. The electronic device may communicate with the external electronic device using at least one of the plurality of conductive portions separated from each other.

[0004] The above information may be provided as background art to aid in understanding the present disclosure. No claim or determination is made as to whether any of the above is applicable as prior art in connection with the present disclosure.

[0005] An electronic device is provided. The electronic device may include a housing including a first housing part and a second housing part that are movably coupled to each other. The electronic device may include a rack gear disposed within the housing, the rack gear being parallel to a direction of movement of the first housing part or the second housing part. The electronic device may include a conductive portion formed along a portion of at least one side surface of the second housing part. The electronic device may include a wireless communication circuit configured to communicate with an external electronic device using the conductive portion. The electronic device may include a first substrate electrically connected to the conductive portion. At least a portion of the conductive portion may face the rack gear within the at least one side surface. At least a portion of the conductive portion may be disposed at a position corresponding to a first state in which a distance between the rack gear and the conductive portion is minimal or at a second state in which the distance is maximal, depending on movement of the first housing part or the second housing part. The rack gear may include at least one of the first portion or the second portion. The first portion may be electrically connected to the ground portion of the first substrate within the first state. The second portion may be in contact with the conductive portion within the first state.

[0006] An electronic device is provided. The electronic device may include a housing including a first housing part and a second housing part that are movably coupled to each other. The electronic device may include a rack gear disposed within the housing, the rack gear being parallel to a direction of movement of the first housing part or the second housing part. The electronic device may include a conductive portion formed along a portion of at least one side surface of the second housing part. The electronic device may include a wireless communication circuit configured to communicate with an external electronic device using the conductive portion. The electronic device may include a first substrate electrically connected to the conductive portion. At least a portion of the conductive portion may face the rack gear within the at least one side surface. At least a portion of the conductive portion may be disposed at a position corresponding to a first state in which a distance between the rack gear and the conductive portion is minimal or at a second state in which the distance is maximal, depending on movement of the first housing part or the second housing part. The rack gear may include a first portion and a second portion. The first portion may be electrically connected to a ground portion of the first substrate within the first state. The second portion may be spaced apart from the conductive portion for coupling with the conductive portion within the first state.

[0007] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to one embodiment.

[0008] FIG. 2A is a top plan view of an electronic device according to one embodiment in a first state.

[0009] FIG. 2b is a bottom view of an electronic device according to one embodiment in a first state.

[0010] FIG. 2c is a plan view of an electronic device according to one embodiment in a second state.

[0011] FIG. 2d is a bottom view of an electronic device according to one embodiment in a second state.

[0012] Figures 3a and 3b are exploded perspective views of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0013] FIG. 4A is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device according to one embodiment in a first state.

[0014] FIG. 4b is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device according to one embodiment in a second state.

[0015] FIG. 5A illustrates the interior of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the first state.

[0016] FIG. 5b illustrates the interior of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the second state.

[0017] FIG. 5c is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0018] FIG. 6A is a perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the first state.

[0019] FIG. 6b illustrates a first side view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of a first state.

[0020] FIG. 6c illustrates a first side view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the first state.

[0021] FIGS. 7A and 7B illustrate examples of cross-sectional views of an electronic device taken along line C-C' of FIG. 5A.

[0022] Figure 8a is a graph showing the efficiency of the first antenna in the first state.

[0023] Figure 8b is a graph showing the efficiency of the second antenna within the first state.

[0024] FIG. 9a illustrates an example of a cross-sectional view of an electronic device taken along line C-C' of FIG. 5a.

[0025] Figures 9b and 9c illustrate an example of a second part of a rack gear.

[0026] Fig. 10 is a graph showing the efficiency of the first antenna within the first state.

[0027] FIG. 11 illustrates an example of a cross-sectional view of an electronic device taken along line C-C' of FIG. 5a.

[0028] FIG. 12 illustrates an example of a cross-sectional view of an electronic device taken along line C-C' of FIG. 5a.

[0029] Fig. 13 is a graph showing the efficiency of the first antenna according to the structure of the rack gear within the first state.

[0030] Fig. 14 is a graph showing the efficiency of the second antenna within the first state.

[0031] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment, according to one embodiment.

[0032] 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 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)).

[0033] 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.

[0034] 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, in the electronic device (101) itself where artificial intelligence is performed, 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.

[0035] 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).

[0036] 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).

[0037] 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).

[0038] 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.

[0039] 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. In 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.

[0040] 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).

[0041] 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.

[0042] The interface (177) may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device (101) to 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.

[0043] 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).

[0044] 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.

[0045] 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.

[0046] The power management module (188) can manage the 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).

[0047] 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.

[0048] 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).

[0049] 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.

[0050] 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 by, for example, the communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device through the selected at least one 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).

[0051] In one embodiment, 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.

[0052] 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)).

[0053] 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 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.

[0054] For example, the display of the display module (160) may be flexible. For example, the display may include a display area that is exposed outside the housing of the electronic device (101), which provides at least a portion of the outer surface of the electronic device (101). For example, since the display has flexibility, at least a portion of the display may be rollable into the housing or slidable into the housing. For example, the size of the display area may change depending on the size of the at least a portion of the display that is rolled into the housing or slid into the housing. For example, the electronic device (101) including the display may be in a plurality of states, including a first state providing the display area having a first size and a second state providing the display area having a second size different from the first size. For example, the first state may be exemplified through the description of FIGS. 2A and 2B.

[0055] FIG. 2A is a top plan view of an electronic device according to one embodiment in a first state.

[0056] Referring to FIG. 2A, the electronic device (101) may include a housing (201) and a display (230). For example, the housing (201) may include a first housing part (210) and a second housing part (220). For example, the second housing part (220) may be movable relative to the first housing part (210) in a first direction (261) parallel to the y-axis or in a second direction (262) parallel to the y-axis and opposite to the first direction (261).

[0057] Within the present disclosure, an operation in which the second housing part (220) moves relative to the first housing part (210), or an operation in which the first housing part (210) moves relative to the second housing part (220), may be described by an operation of a driving unit (e.g., a driving unit (360) of FIG. 3A). It should be understood that the above operations cause the housing (201) to be deformed according to a change in the relative positional relationship between the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220). For example, the housing (201) may have a structure in which the overall size of the housing (201) may be changed according to a change in the relative positional relationship between the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220). The relative positional relationship between the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) may be changed by an operation of the driving unit (360) described below. For convenience of explanation, it is described that the first housing part (210) or the second housing part (220) is moved, but this is not necessarily limited to the first housing part (210) or the second housing part (220) being moved, and it should be understood that the relative positional relationship of the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) is changed.

[0058] For example, the electronic device (101) may be in the first state. For example, within the first state, the second housing part (220) may be movable relative to the first housing part (210) in a first direction (261) among the first direction (261) and the second direction (262). For example, within the first state, the second housing part (220) may not be movable relative to the first housing part (210) in the second direction (262).

[0059] For example, within the first state, the display (230) may provide the display area having the smallest size. Within the first state, the display area may correspond to the first display area (230a). Although not illustrated in FIG. 2A, within the first state, a second display area (e.g., the second display area (230b) of FIG. 2C) of the display (230) other than the first display area (230a) may be included within the first housing part (210). For example, within the first state, the area (e.g., the second display area (230b) of FIG. 2C) may be covered by the first housing part (210). Within the first state, the area may be rolled into the first housing part (210). Within the first state, the first display area (230a) may include a planar portion. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. The first display area (230a) may include a curved portion extending from the planar portion and positioned within the edge portion within the first state.

[0060] For example, the first state may be referred to as a slide-in state or a closed state in that at least a portion of the second housing part (220) is positioned within the first housing part (210). For example, the first state may be referred to as a reduced state in that it provides the display area having the smallest size, but is not limited thereto.

[0061] For example, the second housing part (220) may include a first image sensor (250-1) within the camera module (180) that is exposed through a portion of the first display area (230a) and faces a third direction (263) parallel to the z-axis. Although not illustrated in FIG. 2A, the second housing part (220) may include one or more second image sensors within the camera module (180) that are exposed through a portion of the second housing part (220) and faces a fourth direction (264) parallel to the z-axis and opposite to the third direction (263). The one or more second image sensors may be exemplified through the description of FIG. 2B.

[0062] FIG. 2b is a bottom view of an electronic device according to one embodiment in a first state.

[0063] Referring to FIG. 2B, in the first state, one or more second image sensors (250-2) disposed within the second housing part (220) may be positioned within a structure disposed within the first housing part (210) for the one or more second image sensors (250-2). Light from the outside of the electronic device (101) may be received by the one or more second image sensors (250-2) through the structure within the first state. Since the one or more second image sensors (250-2) are positioned within the structure within the first state, the one or more second image sensors (250-2) may be exposed through the structure within the first state. The structure may be implemented in various ways. The structure may be an opening or a notch. The above structure may be an opening (212a) in the first plate (212) of the first housing part (210) that surrounds at least a portion of the second housing part (220). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. In the first state, one or more second image sensors (250-2) included in the second housing part (220) may be covered by the first plate (212) of the first housing part (210).

[0064] For example, the first state can be changed to the second state. The first state (or the second state) can be changed to the second state (or the first state) through intermediate states between the first state and the second state.

[0065] For example, the first state (or the second state) may be changed to the second state (or the first state) based on a user input. The first state (or the second state) may be changed to the second state (or the first state) in response to a user input to a physical button exposed through a part of the first housing part (210) or a part of the second housing part (220). The first state (or the second state) may be changed to the second state (or the first state) in response to a touch input to an executable object displayed within the display area. The first state (or the second state) may be changed to the second state (or the first state) in response to a touch input having a contact point on the display area and having a pressing strength greater than a reference strength. The first state (or the second state) may be changed to the second state (or the first state) in response to a voice input received through a microphone of the electronic device (101). The first state (or the second state) may be changed to the second state (or the first state) in response to an external force applied to the first housing part (210) and / or the second housing part (220) to move the second housing part (220) with respect to the first housing part (210). The first state (or the second state) may be changed to the second state (or the first state) in response to a user input identified from an external electronic device (e.g., earbuds or a smart watch) connected to the electronic device (101). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0066] The second state can be illustrated through the description of FIGS. 2c and 2d.

[0067] FIG. 2c is a plan view of an electronic device according to one embodiment in a second state.

[0068] Referring to FIG. 2C, the electronic device (101) may be in the second state. For example, in the second state, the second housing part (220) may be movable in the second direction (262) among the first direction (261) and the second direction (262) with respect to the first housing part (210). For example, in the second state, the second housing part (220) may not be movable in the first direction (261) with respect to the first housing part (210).

[0069] For example, within the second state, the display (230) may provide the display area having the largest size. Within the second state, the display area may correspond to an area (230c) including a first display area (230a) and a second display area (230b). The second display area (230b), which was included within the first housing part (210) within the first state, may be exposed within the second state. For example, within the second state, the first display area (230a) may include a flat portion. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the first display area (230a) may also include a curved portion extending from the flat portion and positioned within the edge portion. For example, within the second state, the second display area (230b), unlike the first display area (230a) within the first state, may include a flat portion among the flat portion and the curved portion. However, it is not limited thereto. For example, the second display area (230b) may include a curved portion extending from the flat portion of the second display area (230b) and positioned within the edge portion.

[0070] For example, the second state may be referred to as a slide-out state or an open state in that at least a portion of the second housing part (220) disposed outside the first housing part (210) extends relative to the first state. The second state may be referred to as an expanded state in that it provides the display area having the largest size. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0071] For example, the first image sensor (250-1) facing the third direction (263) may move together with the first display area (230a) according to the movement of the second housing part (220) in the first direction (261) when the state of the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state. Although not illustrated in FIG. 2C, the one or more second image sensors (250-2) facing the fourth direction (264) may move according to the movement of the second housing part (220) in the first direction (261) when the state of the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state. The relative positional relationship between the one or more second image sensors (250-2) and the structure illustrated through the description of FIG. 2D may change according to the movement of the one or more second image sensors (250-2). The above change in the above relative position relationship can be illustrated through Fig. 2d.

[0072] FIG. 2d is a bottom view of an electronic device according to one embodiment in a second state.

[0073] Referring to FIG. 2d, within the second state, one or more second image sensors (250-2) may be positioned outside the structure. The structure may include an opening (212a). Within the second state, one or more second image sensors (250-2) may be positioned outside the opening (212a) in the first plate (212). The one or more second image sensors (250-2) may be exposed through the opening (212a) within the first state. Since the one or more second image sensors (250-2) are positioned outside the first housing part (210) within the second state, the one or more second image sensors (250-2) may be exposed within the second state. Since one or more second image sensors (250-2) are positioned outside the structure within the second state, the relative positional relationship within the second state may be different from the relative positional relationship within the first state.

[0074] For example, if the electronic device (101) does not include the above structure such as the opening (212a), one or more second image sensors (250-2) may be exposed within the second state among the first state and the second state.

[0075] Although not shown in FIGS. 2A, 2B, 2C, and 2D, the electronic device (101) may be in an intermediate state between the first state and the second state. For example, the size of the display area in the intermediate state may be larger than the size of the display area in the first state and smaller than the size of the display area in the second state. For example, the display area in the intermediate state may correspond to an area including a portion of the first display area (230a) and the second display area (230b). In the intermediate state, a portion of the second display area (230b) may be exposed, and another portion (or a remaining portion) of the second display area (230b) may be covered by the first housing part (210) or rolled into the first housing part (210). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0076] Referring again to FIG. 1, the electronic device (101) may include structures for moving a second housing (e.g., a second housing part (220) of FIG. 2A) of the electronic device (101) relative to a first housing (e.g., a first housing part (210) of FIG. 2A) of the electronic device (101). The structures may be exemplified through the description of FIGS. 3A and 3B.

[0077] Figures 3a and 3b are exploded perspective views of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0078] Referring to FIGS. 3A and 3B, the electronic device (101) may include a first housing part (210), a second housing part (220), a display (230), and a driving unit (360).

[0079] For example, the first housing part (210) may include a first cover (311), a first plate (212), and a frame (313).

[0080] For example, the first cover (311) may at least partially form a side portion of an outer surface of the electronic device (101). The first cover (311) may include an opening (311a) for one or more second image sensors (250-2). The first cover (311) may include a surface that supports the first plate (212). The first cover (311) may be coupled with the first plate (212). The first cover (311) may include a frame (313). The first cover (311) may be coupled with the frame (313).

[0081] For example, the first plate (212) may at least partially form a rear portion of the outer surface. The first plate (212) may include an opening (212a) for one or more second image sensors (250-2). The first plate (212) may be disposed on the surface of the first cover (311). The opening (212a) may be aligned with the opening (311a).

[0082] For example, the frame (313) may be at least partially surrounded by the first cover (311).

[0083] For example, the frame (313) can be at least partially wrapped by the display (230). Although the frame (313) is at least partially wrapped by the display (230), the position of the frame (313) can be maintained independently of movement of the display (230). The frame (313) can be arranged with respect to at least some of the components of the display (230). The frame (313) can include rails (313a) that provide (or guide) a path for movement of at least one component of the display (230).

[0084] For example, the frame (313) can be coupled with at least one component of the electronic device (101). The frame (313) can support the battery (189). The frame (313) can be coupled to one end of a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) (325) on a surface of the frame (313). Although not explicitly shown in FIGS. 3A and 3B , the other end of the FPCB (325) can be connected to a PCB (324) via at least one connector. For example, the PCB (324) can be electrically connected to another PCB (not shown in FIGS. 3A and 3B ) that supplies power to the motor (361) via the FPCB (325).

[0085] For example, the frame (313) may be coupled with at least one structure of the electronic device (101) for a plurality of states including the first state and the second state. The motor (361) of the driving unit (360) may be fixed to the frame (313).

[0086] For example, the second housing part (220) may include a second cover (321) and a second plate (322).

[0087] For example, the second cover (321) may be at least partially wrapped by the display (230). For example, the second cover (321) may be coupled with at least a portion of the first display area (230a) of the display (230) that wraps the second cover (321).

[0088] For example, the second cover (321) may be coupled with at least one component of the electronic device (101). For example, the second cover (321) may be coupled with a printed circuit board (PCB) (324) on which components of the electronic device (101) are arranged. For example, a processor (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1) may be arranged on the PCB (324). For example, the second cover (321) may support one or more second image sensors (250-2).

[0089] For example, the second cover (321) can be combined with the second plate (322).

[0090] For example, the second plate (322) may be coupled with the second cover (321) to protect at least one component of the electronic device (101) coupled within the second cover (321) and / or at least one structure of the electronic device (101) coupled within the second cover (321). The second plate (322) may include a structure for the at least one component. The second plate (322) may include one or more openings (326) for one or more second image sensors (250-2). The one or more openings (326) may be aligned with one or more second image sensors (250-2) disposed on the second cover (321). The size of each of the one or more openings (326) may correspond to the size of each of the lenses included in the one or more second image sensors (250-2).

[0091] For example, the electronic device (101) may include a support member (331) for supporting at least a portion of the display (230). For example, the support member (331) may include a plurality of bars. The plurality of bars may be coupled to each other. The support member (331) may support a second display area (230b) of the display (230).

[0092] For example, the driving unit (360) may include a motor (361), a pinion gear (362), and a rack gear (363).

[0093] For example, the motor (361) may operate based on power from the battery (189). The power may be provided to the motor (361) in response to the user input.

[0094] For example, the pinion gear (362) can be coupled to the motor (361) through a shaft. The pinion gear (362) can be rotated based on the motion of the motor (361) transmitted through the shaft.

[0095] For example, the rack gear (363) can be arranged in relation to the pinion gear (362). Teeth of the rack gear (363) can mesh with teeth of the pinion gear (362). The rack gear (363) can be moved in the first direction (261) or the second direction (262) according to the rotation of the pinion gear (362). The rack gear (363) can be coupled with the first housing part (210) or the second housing part (220). The second housing part (220) can be moved in the first direction (261) and the second direction (262) by the rack gear (363) that is moved according to the rotation of the pinion gear (362) due to the operation of the motor (361). The first state of the electronic device (101) can be changed to a state different from the first state (e.g., one or more intermediate states or the second state) through the movement of the second housing part (220) in the first direction (261). The second state of the electronic device (101) can be changed to a state different from the second state (e.g., one or more intermediate states or the first state) through the movement of the second housing part (220) in the second direction (262). The change of the first state to the second state by the driving unit (360) and the change of the second state to the first state by the driving unit (360) can be exemplified through FIGS. 4A and 4B.

[0096] The structure of the electronic device (101) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is not limited to the structure illustrated in FIG. 3A. For example, in the embodiment illustrated in FIG. 3A, the rack gear (363) is coupled to the second housing part (220), and the motor (361) and the pinion gear (362) are illustrated as coupled to the first housing part (210). However, this is merely an example for explaining the movement operation of the first housing part (210) or the second housing part (220), and embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited thereto. For example, as illustrated in FIGS. 5A and 5B, the rack gear (363) may be coupled to the first housing part (210), and the motor (361) and the pinion gear (362) may be coupled to the second housing part (220). It should be understood that the motor (361), pinion gear (362), and rack gear (363) described through FIGS. 3a and 3b are exemplary for explaining the first state and the second state based on the change in the relative positional relationship of the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220).

[0097] FIG. 4A is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device according to one embodiment in a first state. FIG. 4B is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device according to one embodiment in a second state.

[0098] For example, FIG. 4A is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device (101) according to one embodiment, taken along line A-A' of FIG. 2A. For example, FIG. 4B is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device (101) according to one embodiment, taken along line B-B' of FIG. 2C.

[0099] Referring to FIGS. 4A and 4B, the motor (361) can be operated based at least in part on the defined user input received within the first state (490). For example, the pinion gear (362) can be rotated in the first rotational direction (411) based at least in part on the operation of the motor (361). The rack gear (363) can be moved in the first direction (261) based at least in part on the rotation of the pinion gear (362) in the first rotational direction (411). The second housing part (220) can be moved in the first direction (261) based at least in part on the movement of the rack gear (363) in the first direction (261). The second cover (321) within the second housing part (220) can be moved at least in part based on the movement of the rack gear (363) in the first direction (261). The display (230) can be moved along the rails (313a). The shape of at least a portion of the plurality of bars of the support member (331) of the display (230) can be changed when the state (490) is changed to the second state (495).

[0100] For example, the second display area (230b) of the display (230) can be moved according to the movement of the display (230). The second display area (230b) can be moved through the space between the first cover (311) and the frame (313) when the state (490) is changed to the state (495) according to the user input defined above. The second display area (230b) in the state (495) can be exposed, unlike the second display area (230b) that is rolled into the space in the state (490).

[0101] For example, since the second cover (321) within the second housing part (220) is coupled with the PCB (324) connected to the other end of the FPCB (325) and fixes the rack gear (363), the shape of the FPCB (325) can be changed when the state (490) is changed to the state (495).

[0102] The motor (361) can be operated based at least in part on the defined user input received within the state (495). For example, the pinion gear (362) can be rotated in the second rotational direction (412) based at least in part on the operation of the motor (361). The rack gear (363) can be moved in the second direction (262) based at least in part on the rotation of the pinion gear (362) in the second rotational direction (412). The second housing part (220) can be moved in the second direction (262) based at least in part on the movement of the rack gear (363) in the second direction (262). The display (230) can be moved based at least in part on the movement of the rack gear (363) in the second direction (262). The display (230) can be moved along the rails (313a). The shape of at least a portion of the plurality of bars of the support member (331) of the display (230) can be changed when the state (495) is changed to the state (490). The support member (331) can be moved with respect to the first housing part (210). In the state (490), the support member (331) housed inside the first housing part (210) can be positioned between the first cover (311) and the frame (313). As the support member (331) moves, the display (230) can be moved with respect to the first housing part (210).

[0103] For example, the second display area (230b) of the display (230) can be moved according to the movement of the display (230). The second display area (230b) can be moved through the space between the first cover (311) and the frame (313) when the state (495) is changed to the state (490) according to the user input defined above. The second display area (230b) in the state (490) can be rolled into the space, unlike the second display area (230b) exposed in the state (495).

[0104] For example, since the second cover (321) of the second housing part (220) is coupled with the PCB (324) connected to the other end of the FPCB (325) and fixes the rack gear (363), the shape of the FPCB (325) can be changed when the state (495) is changed to the state (490).

[0105] Figure 5a illustrates the interior of an electronic device according to one embodiment of a first state. Figure 5b illustrates the interior of an electronic device according to one embodiment of a second state. Figure 5c is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0106] Referring to FIGS. 5A, 5B, and 5C, an electronic device (101) according to one embodiment may include a housing (201), a rack gear (363), a conductive portion (510), a wireless communication circuit (e.g., a wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1), and a first substrate (530).

[0107] For example, the housing (201) part may include a first housing part (210) and a second housing part (220) that are movably coupled to each other. For example, the first housing part (210) may be movably coupled to the second housing part (220) in a first direction (261) and a second direction (262). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, “the first housing part (210) is movably coupled to the second housing part (220)” may refer to a change in the relative positions of the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) with respect to each other. The first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) may be referred to as the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) described with reference to FIGS. 2A to 4B. A state in which the second housing part (220) is movable in the first direction (261) (e.g., slide-in state) may be referred to as the first state illustrated in FIGS. 2A and 5A. A state in which the second housing part (220) is movable in the second direction (262) (e.g., slide-out state) may be referred to as the second state illustrated in FIGS. 2B and 5B.

[0108] For example, the driving unit (360) may be configured to provide a driving force that changes the shape of the housing (201). For example, the driving unit (360) may include a motor (361), a rack gear (363), and / or a pinion gear (e.g., the pinion gear (362) of FIG. 3B).

[0109] For example, the motor (361) can operate based on power provided from the battery (189). The pinion gear (362) can be coupled to the motor (361) through a shaft. For example, the pinion gear (362) can rotate based on the rotational motion of the motor (361) transmitted through the shaft. For example, the rack gear (363) can move based on the rotation of the pinion gear (362) by meshing with the pinion gear (362). For example, teeth of the rack gear (363) can mesh with teeth of the pinion gear (362). As the pinion gear (362) rotates, the pinion gear (362) can move the rack gear (363) in a first direction (261) or a second direction (262). For example, the rack gear (363) can be moved in the first direction (261) or the second direction (262) based on the rotational direction of the pinion gear (362).

[0110] For example, the rack gear (363) may be coupled to a portion of the first housing part (210). For example, the first housing part (210) may include a first cover (311) and a frame (313). For example, the frame (313) may be at least partially wrapped by the first cover (311). For example, the battery (189) may be coupled to the frame (313). For example, the rack gear (363) may be coupled to the first housing part (210) by being fixed to the frame (313). When the rack gear (363) is moved by a driving force provided from the motor (361), the rack gear (363) may cause a change in the relative positional relationship between the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220). For example, when the rack gear (363) is moved by the rotation of the pinion gear (362), the second housing part (220) can be moved relative to the first housing part (210). For example, as the rack gear (363) is moved while the user is holding the first housing part (210), at least a portion of the second housing part (220) can be pulled out from the first housing part (210) or inserted into the first housing part (210). As the rack gear (363) is moved, the distance between one end (363a) of the rack gear (363) and the conductive portion (510) of the second housing part (220) can change. The change in the distance between the one end (363a) of the rack gear (363) and the conductive portion (510) will be described later. The first state described above (e.g., the first state of FIG. 2a) may be referred to as a state in which the distance between the conductive portion (510) and the rack gear (363) is minimum. The second state described above (e.g., the second state of FIG. 2c) may be referred to as a state in which the distance between the conductive portion (510) and the rack gear (363) is maximum.

[0111] For example, the rack gear (363) may be arranged parallel to the moving direction of the first housing part (210) and / or the second housing part (220). For example, the rack gear (363) may extend parallel to the first direction (261) and the second direction (262). Since the rack gear (363) is parallel to the moving direction, the rack gear (363) may move along the moving direction based on the rotation of the pinion gear (362). When the rack gear (363) moves along the moving direction, the second housing part (220) may move along the moving direction.

[0112] Referring to FIG. 5C, the display (230) may include a first display area (230a) and a second display area (230b). The first display area (230a) may be a portion of the display (230) that can always be viewed from the outside, independent of the state of the electronic device (101). For example, regardless of whether the electronic device (101) is in the first state or the second state, the first display area (230a) may be a flat planar part. The second display area (230b) may be a bendable part that can be at least partially deformed according to the movement of the second housing part (220). For example, the display (230) may be coupled to the second housing part (220). The display (230) may be configured to move based on the movement of the second housing part (220).

[0113] In the first state, at least a portion of the second display area (230b) can be rolled into the first housing part (210). In the second state, at least a portion of the second display area (230b) can be exposed to the outside and can be unfolded. As the display (230) moves, the position of the second display area (230b) can change. For example, in the first state, the second display area (230b) can be positioned inside the first housing part (210). For example, in the second state, at least a portion of the second display area (230b) can be positioned outside the first housing part (210). When the second display area (230b) is positioned outside the first housing part (210), the second display area (230b) can be unfolded, thereby expanding the display area of ​​the display (230). For example, the first display area (230a) may be referred to as the aforementioned area (e.g., the first display area (230a) of FIG. 2a), and the second display area (230b) may be referred to as the aforementioned area (e.g., the second display area (230b) of FIG. 2c).

[0114] Referring to FIG. 5C, the electronic device (101) may include a first substrate (530), a second substrate (540), and / or a third substrate (550). For example, the first substrate (530), the second substrate (540), and the third substrate (550) may be printed circuit boards. For example, the first substrate (530), the second substrate (540), and / or the third substrate (550) may include a plurality of conductive layers and a plurality of non-conductive layers alternately laminated with the plurality of conductive layers. The first substrate (530), the second substrate (540), and / or the third substrate (550) may provide electrical connections between various electronic components by using wires and conductive vias formed on the conductive layers.

[0115] For example, the second substrate (540) may be disposed within the second housing part (220). For example, electronic components within the second housing part (220) may be electrically connected to the second substrate (540). For example, the wireless communication circuit (192) may be disposed on the second substrate (540). For example, the third substrate (550) may be disposed on one side (210a) of the first housing part (210). In order to provide a space in which at least a portion of the second housing part (220) and / or at least a portion of the display (230) may be positioned within the first housing part (210), the third substrate (550) may be disposed on one side (210a) of the first housing (201) rather than within the first housing (201). For example, the third substrate (550) may be electrically connected to the second substrate (540) via a connecting member (e.g., a flexible printed circuit board and / or a flexible printed circuit board radio frequency cable (FRC)). Through the second substrate (540), the connecting member, and the third substrate (550), the electronic components within the first housing part (210) and the electronic components within the second housing part (220) may be electrically connected.

[0116] Referring again to FIGS. 5A and 5B , the first substrate (530) may be a substrate for a conductive portion (510) used for communication with an external electronic device. For example, the first substrate (530) may be disposed within the second housing part (220). For example, the first substrate (530) may be electrically connected to the conductive portion (510) that operates as an antenna radiator. For example, the first substrate (530) may be positioned adjacent to the first side (220a) (e.g., in the -y direction). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the first substrate (530) may include a printed circuit board having at least one component (e.g., a flash) disposed thereon. In the case described above, the conductive portion (510) may be electrically connected to the second substrate (540). For example, the conductive portion (510) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (192) by making contact with the second substrate (540).

[0117] For example, the conductive portion (510) may operate as an antenna radiator capable of transmitting and / or receiving a wireless signal on a designated frequency band by being powered from the wireless communication circuit (192). For example, the wireless communication circuit (192) may transmit and / or receive a first signal on a first frequency band through the conductive portion (510). For example, the wireless communication circuit (192) may transmit and / or receive a second signal on a second frequency band different from the first frequency band through a first conductive portion (e.g., the first conductive portion (511) of FIG. 6A) that is a part of the conductive portion (510). The conductive portion (510) used as the antenna radiator may include a conductive material (e.g., a metal).

[0118] An electronic device (101) according to one embodiment may utilize at least one portion when performing communication with an external electronic device that is executed using a wireless communication circuit (192). For example, the wireless communication circuit (192) may include a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC) and a radio frequency front end (RFEE) for wireless communication.

[0119] For example, in order for the electronic device (101) to transmit a signal to an external electronic device, the RFIC may up-convert a baseband signal generated from at least one processor (e.g., the processor (120) and / or the communication processor of FIG. 1). The up-converted signal may be filtered through the RFFE. The signal may be provided from the second substrate (540) to the first substrate (530) through a connecting member. The signal may be transmitted to the external electronic device through the conductive portion (510) connected to the first substrate (530).

[0120] For example, a signal received by the electronic device (101) from an external electronic device through the conductive portion (510) may be provided to the first substrate (530). The signal may be provided to the second substrate (540) through a connecting member from the first substrate (530). The signal may be provided to the wireless communication circuit (192) disposed on the second substrate (540). For example, the signal may be preprocessed through an RFFE. The RFIC may down-convert the pre-processed wireless signal to a baseband signal so that the pre-processed wireless signal may be processed by at least one processor. The down-converted signal may be provided to at least one processor (e.g., the processor (120) and / or the communication processor of FIG. 1) disposed on the second substrate (540).

[0121] For example, the first substrate (530) may be electrically connected to the second substrate (540). The electronic device (101) may include a connecting member (e.g., a flexible printed circuit board and / or a flexible printed circuit board radio frequency cable (FRC)) connected to each of the first substrate (530) and the second substrate (540). The wireless communication circuit (192) may be electrically connected to the conductive portion (510) through the connecting member.

[0122] According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the conductive portion (510) may be disposed at a position corresponding to a first state in which the distance between the rack gear (363) and the conductive portion (510) is minimum or a second state in which the distance is maximum, depending on movement of the first housing part (210) or the second housing part (220). For example, at least a portion of the conductive portion (510) may be disposed on a first side (220a) of the second housing part (220) facing the first direction (261).

[0123] For example, the conductive portion (510) may be positioned within at least one side surface (501) of the second housing part (220) that may be moved away from or closer to the rack gear (363). For example, a portion of the conductive portion (510) may face the rack gear (363). For example, when the first side surface (220a) is viewed from the front, the conductive portion (510) may overlap the rack gear (363). When the electronic device (101) changes from the second state to the first state, the rack gear (363) may move in the first direction (261). As the rack gear (363) moves in the first direction (261), the rack gear (363) may come closer to at least a portion of the conductive portion (510) that faces the rack gear (363). When the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state, the rack gear (363) can move in the second direction (262). As the rack gear (363) moves in the second direction (262), the rack gear (363) can move away from at least a portion of the conductive portion (510) facing the rack gear (363).

[0124] For example, the conductive portion (510) may be formed along a portion of the first side (220a) and a portion of the second side (220b). For example, the second housing part (220) may include a first non-conductive portion (521) positioned within the first side (220a) and a second non-conductive portion (522) positioned within the second side (220b). The conductive portion (510) may be formed between the first non-conductive portion (521) and the second non-conductive portion (522). The conductive portion (510) may be separated from other conductive portions of the first side (220a) and the second side (220b) of the second housing part (220) by the first non-conductive portion (521) and the second non-conductive portion (522).

[0125] The position of the rack gear (363) may be changed based on the state of the electronic device (101). For example, referring to FIG. 5A, within a first state, the rack gear (363) may be positioned close to at least a portion of the conductive portion (510). For example, the first state may be referred to as a state in which the distance between the rack gear (363) and the conductive portion (510) is minimal. For example, within the first state, one end (363a) of the rack gear (363) may be spaced apart from the first side (220a) by a predetermined distance. For example, when the electronic device (101) changes from the second state to the first state, the rack gear (363) may be moved in the first direction (261) so as to be closer to the at least one side (501). For example, within the first state, a portion of the rack gear (363) may be positioned above the first substrate (530) (e.g., in the -z direction).

[0126] For example, referring to FIG. 5B, within the second state, the rack gear (363) may be spaced apart from the conductive portion (510). When the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state, the rack gear (363) may be moved in the second direction (262) to move away from the conductive portion (510). For example, the second state may be referred to as a state in which the distance between the rack gear (363) and the conductive portion (510) is at a maximum.

[0127] For example, the electronic device (101) may include a holder (580) for guiding the movement of the rack gear (363). For example, the holder (580) may at least partially surround a side surface of the rack gear (363) and be fixed to the second housing part (220). The holder (580) may include a recess formed along the movement direction of the rack gear (363), and the rack gear (363) may be moved while being inserted into the recess. When the rack gear (363) is moved, the rack gear (363) may be moved while passing through the recess. When the rack gear (363) is moved, the holder (580) may be configured to provide stable movement of the rack gear (363) by reducing the shaking of the rack gear (363).

[0128] According to one embodiment, the motor (e.g., 361 of FIG. 3A) may be disposed within the first housing part (210), and the rack gear (363) may be coupled to the second housing part (220). For example, the rack gear (363) may be coupled to a frame (e.g., frame (313) of FIG. 3A). As the motor (361) is disposed within the first housing part (210), additional space may be secured for arranging a battery (e.g., battery (189) of FIG. 3A) disposed within the second housing part (220). When the motor (361) is disposed within the first housing part (210), space for arranging the battery (189) may be secured, and thus the size of the battery (189) may be increased. As the size of the battery (189) increases, the charging capacity of the battery (189) may be increased. As the rack gear (363) is coupled to the second housing part (220), within the first state, one end (363a) of the rack gear (363) may be in contact with or positioned close to the conductive portion (510) within the first state. The rack gear (363) may include a conductive material (e.g., metal) to have rigidity. When the rack gear (363) including the conductive material is brought close to the conductive portion (510), the performance of the antenna including the conductive portion (510) may be degraded. For example, an ungrounded rack gear (363) may interfere with the conductive portion (510), thereby weakening or distorting the signal.

[0129] According to one embodiment, in order to reduce performance degradation of the antenna due to the rack gear (363) positioned close to the conductive portion (510) in the first state, the rack gear (363) may be grounded. For example, the rack gear (363) may include a first portion (e.g., the first portion (3631) of FIG. 7A) that may be electrically connected to a ground portion of the first substrate (530) in the first state. For example, the ground portion may include a ground layer of the first substrate (530) that is electrically connected to a ground plane of the electronic device (101). The rack gear (363) may be grounded by being electrically connected to the ground portion of the first substrate (530). Since the rack gear (363) is grounded, interference with the conductive portion (510) may be reduced, and thus degradation of communication performance of the electronic device (101) may be reduced.

[0130] In one embodiment, the rack gear (363) can provide a ground path for an antenna including the conductive portion (510) by contacting or coupling with the conductive portion (510) in a grounded state. For example, the rack gear (363) can include a second portion (e.g., the second portion (3632) of FIG. 9A) that can contact the conductive portion (510) in a first state. By providing a ground path for the antenna, the rack gear (363) can improve communication performance of the battery device.

[0131] According to one embodiment, in order to improve the radiation performance of an antenna including a conductive portion (510) in the first state, the rack gear (363) may improve the radiation performance of the antenna including the conductive portion (510) by coming into contact with the conductive portion (510). As the radiation performance of the antenna is improved, the communication performance of the electronic device (101) may be improved.

[0132] Hereinafter, examples of the above structures will be described with reference to the drawings.

[0133] Figures 6a and 6b are perspective views of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the first state. Figure 6c illustrates a first side view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the first state.

[0134] Referring to FIG. 6A, in one example, the conductive portion (510) may be formed along a portion of at least one side surface (501) of the second housing part (220). For example, the second housing part (220) may include a first side surface (220a), a second side surface (220b), and a third side surface (220c). For example, the first side surface (220a) may be a side surface of the second housing part (220) that faces a first direction (261). For example, the first direction (261) may be referred to as a direction in which the electronic device (101) slides out. For example, the first side surface (220a) may face the first housing part (210) and / or the rack gear (363). For example, the first direction (261) may be, but is not limited to, the +y direction.

[0135] For example, the second side (220b) may be a side of the second housing part (220) that is perpendicular to the first side (220a). For example, the second side (220b) may be a side of the second housing part (220) that faces the -x direction. For example, the third side (220c) may be opposite to the second side (220b). For example, the third side (220c) may be a side of the second housing part (220) that faces the +x direction.

[0136] For example, the conductive portion (510) may extend from a first non-conductive portion (521) within the first side (220a) to a second non-conductive portion (522) within the second side (220b). For example, the conductive portion (510) may be formed between the first non-conductive portion (521) and the second non-conductive portion (522).

[0137] For example, the conductive portion (510) may operate as an antenna radiator capable of transmitting and / or receiving a signal on a designated frequency band by being powered by a wireless communication circuit (e.g., the wireless communication circuit (192) of FIG. 5A). For example, the conductive portion (510) may operate as an antenna radiator capable of transmitting and / or receiving a first signal on a first frequency band. The conductive portion (510) may include a first power supply portion (F1). A frequency characteristic (e.g., a resonant frequency) of a first signal transmitted and / or received through an antenna (e.g., a first antenna) including the conductive portion (510) may be determined based on the length of the conductive portion (510).

[0138] Referring to FIG. 6B, the conductive portion (510) and / or a portion of the conductive portion (510) (e.g., the first conductive portion (511)) may function as an antenna radiator. For example, the second housing part (220) may include a slit (523). For example, the slit (523) may be located within the first side (220a). For example, the slit (523) may extend from a portion of the first non-conductive portion (521). For example, the slit (523) may be filled with a non-conductive material (e.g., resin and / or polymer).

[0139] For example, the conductive portion (510) may include a first conductive portion (511) and / or a second conductive portion (512). For example, the first conductive portion (511) may be included within a portion (510a) of the conductive portion (510) that includes a slit (523). For example, the first conductive portion (511) may be a portion of the conductive portion (510) that is at least partially surrounded by the slit (523) and the first non-conductive portion (521). For example, the second conductive portion (512) may be a portion of the conductive portion (510) excluding the first conductive portion (511).

[0140] For example, a first conductive portion (511), which is part of a conductive portion (510), may operate as an antenna radiator capable of transmitting and / or receiving a signal on a designated frequency band by being powered through a wireless communication circuit (e.g., the wireless communication circuit (192) of FIG. 5A). For example, a second conductive portion (512) may operate as an antenna radiator capable of transmitting and / or receiving a second signal on a second frequency band.

[0141] For example, referring to FIG. 6c, the first side (220a) may include a first periphery (P1), a second edge (P2), a third edge (P3), and a fourth edge (P4). For example, the first edge (P1) may be an edge of the first side (220a) that contacts the second side (e.g., the second periphery (220b) of FIG. 6a). For example, the first edge (P1) may be oriented in the -x direction. For example, the second edge (P2) may be an edge of the first side (220a) that is opposite to the first edge (P1). For example, the second edge (P2) may be oriented in the +x direction. For example, the third edge (P3) may be an edge of the first side (220a) that is positioned between the first edge (P1) and the second edge (P2) and faces the display (e.g., the display (230) of FIG. 5C). For example, the third edge (P3) may face the +z direction. For example, the fourth edge (P4) may be an edge of the first side (220a) that is opposite to the third edge (P3). For example, the fourth edge (P4) may face the -z direction. The aforementioned directions may indicate relative positions. For example, when the electronic device (101) illustrated in the drawing is flipped over, the aforementioned directions may change.

[0142] For example, the first side (220a) may include a slit (523). For example, the slit (523) may be formed within a portion (510a) of the conductive portion (510). For example, the slit (523) may include a first portion (523a) extending from one side of the first non-conductive portion (521) along the third edge (P3), a second portion (523b) extending from an end of the first portion (523a) toward a fourth edge (P4), and a third portion (523c) extending from an end of the second portion (523b) located between the third edge (P3) and the fourth edge (P4) toward the second edge (P2). However, the slit (523) described above is merely exemplary and is not limited thereto.

[0143] For example, the first conductive portion (511) may be in contact with the slit (523). For example, a portion of the first conductive portion (511) may be surrounded by the first portion (523a), the second portion (523b), and the third portion (523c). For example, at least a portion of the slit (523) may be positioned between the first conductive portion (511) and the second conductive portion (512). The first conductive portion (511) and the second conductive portion (512) may be connected to each other through a portion where the slit (523) is not formed. An antenna (e.g., a second antenna) that includes only the first conductive portion (511), which is a portion of the conductive portion (510), may be referred to as a slit antenna. An antenna including only a first conductive portion (511) may be referred to as an antenna that transmits and / or receives a wireless signal through the first conductive portion (511), which is part of the conductive portion (510). For example, a second antenna including only a first conductive portion (511) may utilize the first conductive portion (511) as the main radiator of the antenna.

[0144] For example, when the conductive portion (510) includes a first conductive portion (511) and a second conductive portion (512), two antennas can be formed depending on the position of the feeding point. For example, an antenna including the conductive portion (510) (e.g., a first antenna) and an antenna including only the first conductive portion (511) (e.g., a second antenna) can be distinguished by the position of the feeding point. For example, the first side (220a) can include a first feeding portion (F1) for an antenna including the conductive portion (510) and a second feeding portion (F2) for an antenna including only the first conductive portion (511). When the wireless communication circuit (192) feeds the first feeding portion (F1), the first feeding portion (F1) can operate as a feeding point of an antenna (e.g., a first antenna) including a conductive portion (510). When the wireless communication circuit (192) feeds the second feeding portion (F2), the second feeding portion (F2) can operate as a feeding point of an antenna (e.g., a second antenna) including only the first conductive portion (511).

[0145] For example, the positions of the first feeding portion (F1) and the second feeding portion (F2) may be different. For example, the first feeding portion (F1) may be spaced apart from the partial region (510a) including the slit (523) within the first conductive portion (511). For example, the first feeding portion (F1) may be formed at a position within the first side (220a) spaced apart from the partial region (510a) or at a position within the second side (220b) between the second non-conductive portion (522) and the first edge (P1). When the wireless communication circuit (192) feeds a first signal on the first frequency band to the first feeding portion (F1), a radiating current may flow along the conductive portion (510). An electromagnetic field is formed in the conductive portion (510) by the radiating current, and the first signal may be transmitted using the electromagnetic field.

[0146] For example, the second feed portion (F2) may be positioned within the first conductive portion (511) that is at least partially surrounded by the first non-conductive portion (521) and the slit (523). When the wireless communication circuit (192) feeds a second signal on a second frequency band to the second feed portion (F2), a radiated current may flow along the first conductive portion (511) adjacent to the slit (523). An electromagnetic field may be formed in the first conductive portion (511) by the radiated current, and a second signal may be transmitted using the electromagnetic field.

[0147] For example, the frequency characteristics (e.g., resonant frequency) of the first signal and the frequency characteristics (e.g., resonant frequency) of the second signal can be determined based on the length of the antenna radiator. For example, when the wavelength corresponding to the resonant frequency of the signal is λ, the length of the antenna radiator can be about 1 / 4λ to about 1 / 2λ. For example, since the first conductive portion (511) is included in a portion (510a) of the conductive portion (510), the length of the conductive portion (510) can be longer than the length of the first conductive portion (511). Since the length of the conductive portion (510) is longer than the length of the first conductive portion (511), the frequency band of the second signal can be higher than the frequency band of the first signal. For example, the frequency band of the first signal may include a low band band (e.g., about 1 GHz or less), and the frequency band of the second signal may include a mid-band band (e.g., about 2.5 GHz to 3 GHz), but is not limited thereto.

[0148] FIGS. 7A and 7B illustrate examples of cross-sectional views of an electronic device taken along line C-C' of FIG. 5A.

[0149] Referring to FIG. 7A, the rack gear (363) may include a first portion (3631) electrically connected to a ground portion of the first substrate (530) within the first state. For example, the first portion (3631) may be formed on a surface (363c) opposite to a surface on which teeth (363b) of the rack gear (363) mesh with teeth of a pinion gear (e.g., pinion gear (362) of FIG. 5A) are located. For example, the first portion (3631) may face the first substrate (530) within the first state.

[0150] When the electronic device (101) changes from the second state to the first state, the rack gear (363) may move in the first direction (261) while being coupled with the first housing part (210). As the rack gear (363) moves, one end (363a) of the rack gear (363) facing the first direction (261) may come closer to the conductive portion (510). Within the first state, the one end (363a) of the rack gear (363) may be spaced apart from the conductive portion (510). For example, a gap may be formed between one end of the rack gear (363) and the conductive portion (510).

[0151] The rack gear (363) may include a conductive material (e.g., metal) to provide rigidity. The communication performance of the electronic device (101) may be deteriorated by the rack gear (363). For example, since the rack gear (363) is positioned close to the conductive portion (510), when the conductive portion (510) operates as an antenna radiator, the conductive material included in the rack gear (363) may electromagnetically interact with the antenna radiator. For example, the rack gear (363) may interfere with a signal transmitted and / or received through the antenna radiator, thereby weakening or distorting the signal. To reduce the influence of the rack gear (363) on the antenna radiator, the rack gear (363) may be grounded.

[0152] For example, the electronic device (101) may further include a conductive connecting member (560). The conductive connecting member (560) may electrically connect the first portion (3631) and the ground portion of the first substrate (530) by contacting each of the first portion (3631) and the ground portion. For example, the conductive connecting member (560) may include, but is not limited to, a c-clip, a conductive tape, a screw, and / or a spring pin. The rack gear (363) may be grounded by being electrically connected to the ground portion of the first substrate (530) through the conductive connecting member (560). As the rack gear (363) is grounded, deterioration of the communication performance of the electronic device (101) may be reduced. For example, as the rack gear (363) is grounded, electromagnetic interaction between the rack gear (363) and the antenna radiator may be reduced. For example, as the rack gear (363) is grounded, interference of the rack gear (363) with signals transmitted and / or received through the antenna radiator can be reduced.

[0153] Referring to FIG. 7B, the rack gear (363) may include a chamfer portion (3633). For example, the chamfer portion (3633) may be at least partially included within the first portion (3631). When the rack gear (363) moves in the first direction (261), one end (363a) of the rack gear (363) may come into contact with the conductive connecting member (560). As the rack gear (363) continues to move in the first direction (261), the one end (363a) of the rack gear (363) pushes against the conductive connecting member (560), and the conductive connecting member (560) may be at least partially compressed. In the first state, the conductive connecting member (560) may come into contact with the first portion (3631).

[0154] For example, before the conductive connecting member (560) comes into contact with the first portion (3631), the conductive connecting member (560) may come into contact with a portion other than the first portion (3631) of the rack gear (363) while being pushed by one end (363a) of the rack gear (363). Since the other portion of the rack gear (363) moves in the first direction (261) while maintaining contact with the conductive connecting member (560), friction may occur between the conductive connecting member (560) and the other portion before the first portion (3631) and the conductive connecting member (560) come into contact. The friction may cause damage to the conductive connecting member (560) and / or the rack gear (363) or may result in unstable grounding of the rack gear (363). For example, due to the rigidity of the conductive connecting member (560) and the rigidity of the rack gear (363), the conductive connecting member (560) and / or the rack gear (363) may be damaged. For example, if the conductive connecting member (560) and the rack gear (363) include different conductive materials (e.g., metals), galvanic corrosion may occur between the dissimilar metals. Due to the galvanic corrosion, an oxide film may form on the conductive connecting member (560) and / or the rack gear (363). The oxide film may cause unstable contact between the conductive connecting member (560) and the first portion (3631). The unstable contact may cause a de-sense phenomenon due to noise. As the contact between the conductive connecting member (560) and the first portion (3631) becomes unstable, the grounding of the rack gear (363) may become unstable.

[0155] The rack gear (363) can reduce the damage and provide stable grounding by including a chamfered portion (3633). For example, the chamfered portion (3633) can be formed by removing at least a portion of the first portion (3631) so that at least a portion of the first portion (3631) has an incline with respect to the first direction (261). For example, the chamfered portion (3633) can have an incline with respect to the first direction (261) and in a direction (e.g., +z direction) toward the display (230). When the electronic device (101) changes from the second state to the first state, the chamfered portion (3633) of the rack gear (363) can be the first to come into contact with the conductive connecting member (560). The conductive connecting member (560) can be brought into contact with the first portion (3631) by sliding along the inclined surface formed by the chamfered portion (3633). Since the pressure between the first portion (3631) of the rack gear (363) and the conductive connecting member (560) can be reduced by the chamfered portion (3633), damage to the conductive connecting member (560) and / or the rack gear (363) can be reduced, and friction between the conductive connecting member (560) and the rack gear (363) can be reduced. By reducing the friction, galvanic corrosion can be reduced, thereby reducing unstable grounding.

[0156] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may further include a protective sheet (570) disposed between the conductive connecting member (560) and the first portion (3631). Referring to FIG. 7A, the protective sheet (570) may be disposed on the first portion (3631) that is in contact with the conductive connecting member (560). Referring to FIG. 7B, the protective sheet (570) may be disposed on the chamfered portion (3633) that is in contact with the conductive connecting member (560). For example, the protective sheet may include, but is not limited to, a metal sheet. By arranging a protective sheet (570) on a portion of the rack gear (363) that comes into contact with the conductive connecting member (560) (e.g., the first portion (3631) and / or the chamfered portion (3633)), direct contact between the conductive connecting member (560) and the rack gear (363), which include different metals, can be reduced. By reducing galvanic corrosion between the conductive connecting member (560) and the rack gear (363) by the protective sheet (570), the durability of the conductive connecting member (560) and the rack gear (363) can be improved.

[0157] Fig. 8a is a graph showing the efficiency of the first antenna within the first state. Fig. 8b is a graph showing the efficiency of the second antenna within the first state.

[0158] The x-axis of the graphs shown in FIGS. 8a and 8b is frequency (unit: GHz (giga hertz)), and the y-axis of the graphs is efficiency (unit: dB (decibel)).

[0159] The first graph (801) of FIG. 8A and the third graph (803) of FIG. 8B represent, in a first state, the efficiency of an antenna (e.g., a first antenna) including a conductive portion (e.g., a conductive portion (510) of FIG. 6A) of an electronic device (101) according to an embodiment. The second graph (802) of FIG. 8A and the fourth graph (804) of FIG. 8B represent, in a first state, the efficiency of an antenna (e.g., a second antenna) including only a first conductive portion (e.g., a first conductive portion (511) of FIG. 6B) of an electronic device according to a comparative example. The electronic device (101) according to an embodiment may include, in the first state, a rack gear (363) that is grounded by being electrically connected to a ground portion of the first substrate (530). The electronic device (101) according to the comparative example may include, in the first state, a rack gear (363) that is not grounded. The electronic device according to the comparative example may be substantially the same as the electronic device (101) according to one embodiment, except for whether the rack gear is grounded.

[0160] Referring to FIG. 8A, within the first state, the performance of the first antenna may differ depending on whether the rack gear (363) is grounded. Comparing the first graph (801) and the second graph (802) of FIG. 8A, in a frequency band of about 4 GHz or less, the efficiency of the first antenna of the electronic device (101) according to one embodiment may be higher than the efficiency of the first antenna of the electronic device according to the comparative example. For example, in a frequency band of about 1 GHz or less, the first graph (801) may have higher efficiency than the second graph (802). For example, when the first signal transmitted and / or received through the first antenna is a signal on a low band, the communication performance of the electronic device (101) according to one embodiment may be better than the communication performance of the electronic device according to the comparative example.

[0161] Referring to FIG. 8B, within the first state, the performance of the second antenna including only the first conductive portion (511) may vary depending on whether the rack gear (363) is grounded. Comparing the third graph (803) and the fourth graph (804) of FIG. 8B, in a frequency band between about 1.8 GHz and about 6 GHz, the efficiency of the second antenna of the electronic device (101) according to one embodiment may be higher than the efficiency of the second antenna of the electronic device according to the comparative example.

[0162] For example, as the rack gear (363) moves, the rack gear (363) may be positioned closer to the conductive portion (510) within the first state. If the rack gear (363) is not grounded, the first antenna and the second antenna may be influenced by the rack gear (363), thereby reducing radiation efficiency. The electronic device (101) according to one embodiment may reduce the influence of the rack gear (363) on the first antenna and the second antenna because it includes the rack gear (363) that is grounded within the first state. According to one embodiment, as the influence of the rack gear (363) is reduced, the efficiency of the first antenna and the second antenna may be improved. The electronic device (101) according to one embodiment may have improved communication performance by reducing the deterioration of communication performance due to the rack gear (363).

[0163] Fig. 9a shows an example of a cross-sectional view of an electronic device taken along line C-C' of Fig. 5a. Figs. 9b and 9c show an example of a second portion of a rack gear.

[0164] Referring to FIG. 9A, the rack gear (363) may include a second portion (3632) that may be in contact with the conductive portion (510) within the first state. For example, the second portion (3632) may be included in one end (363a) of the rack gear (363) facing the first direction (261). When the electronic device (101) changes from the second state to the first state, as the rack gear (363) moves in the first direction (261), the second portion (3632) of the rack gear (363) may come closer to the conductive portion (510). When the electronic device (101) is in the first state, the second portion (3632) may be in direct contact with the conductive portion (510). When the second portion (3632) is in contact with the conductive portion (510), the first portion (3631) of the rack gear (363) can be electrically connected to the ground portion of the first substrate (530). For example, the rack gear (363) illustrated in FIG. 9A can include a first portion (3631) that is electrically connected to the ground portion of the first substrate (530) through a conductive connecting member (560) and a second portion (3632) that is in contact with the conductive portion (510).

[0165] For example, by having the rack gear (363) in direct contact with the conductive portion (510), the rack gear (363) can provide a ground path for an antenna including the conductive portion (510). For example, the rack gear (363) grounded to the ground portion of the first substrate (530) through the first portion (3631) can be electrically connected to the conductive portion (510) by being in contact with the second portion (3632). By having the grounded rack gear (363) in contact with the conductive portion (510), the rack gear (363) can provide a ground path for the antenna. A radiated current flowing along the conductive portion (510) can flow to the ground through the rack gear (363). By adding a ground path for the antenna, the performance of the antenna can be improved. For example, noise received or reflected by the conductive portion (510) acting as an antenna radiator can flow to the ground through the ground path provided by the rack gear (363), thereby reducing antenna performance degradation due to noise.

[0166] The second portion (3632) of the rack gear (363) in contact with the conductive portion (510) may be implemented in various forms. For example, referring to FIG. 9B, the second portion (3632) may include at least one protrusion (571) arranged on one end (363a) of the rack gear (363). For example, the at least one protrusion (571) may protrude from the one end (363a) of the rack gear (363) toward the first direction (261). For example, the at least one protrusion (571) may include, but is not limited to, a plurality of protrusions arranged along the one end (363a). The at least one protrusion (571) may include a conductive material (e.g., metal). Within the first state, at least one protrusion (571) can electrically connect the rack gear (363) and the conductive portion (510) by contacting the conductive portion (e.g., the conductive portion (510) of FIG. 9A). Since the first portion (e.g., the first portion (3631) of FIG. 9A) of the rack gear (363) is grounded through the ground portion of the first substrate (e.g., the first substrate (530) of FIG. 9A), the rack gear (363) in contact with the conductive portion (510) through the at least one protrusion (571) can provide a ground path for the antenna.

[0167] For example, referring to FIG. 9c, the second portion (3632) may include an elastic structure (572) disposed on one end (363a) of the rack gear (363). For example, the elastic structure (572) may include, but is not limited to, a plate spring, a leaf spring, and / or a flexible plate. For example, both ends of the elastic structure (572) may be coupled to one end (363a) of the rack gear (363). The elastic structure (572) between the two ends coupled to the one end (363a) may protrude from the one end (363a) of the rack gear (363) toward the first direction (261). The elastic structure (572) may include a conductive material (e.g., metal). Within the first state, the elastic structure (572) can electrically connect the rack gear (363) and the conductive portion (510) by contacting the conductive portion (510). Since the first portion of the rack gear (363) (e.g., the first portion (3631) of FIG. 9A) is grounded through the ground portion of the first substrate (e.g., the first substrate (530) of FIG. 9A), the rack gear (363) in contact with the conductive portion (510) through the elastic structure (572) can provide a ground path for the antenna.

[0168] Fig. 10 is a graph showing the efficiency of the first antenna within the first state.

[0169] The x-axis of the graph (1000) is frequency (unit: GHz), and the y-axis of the graph (1000) is efficiency (unit: dB).

[0170] The first graph (1001) of FIG. 10 represents the efficiency of an antenna (e.g., a first antenna) including a conductive portion (510) of an electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 9A. For example, the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 9A may include a rack gear (363) including a first portion (3631) electrically connected to a ground portion of a first substrate (530) and a second portion (3632) in contact with the conductive portion (510). The second graph (1002) of FIG. 10 represents the efficiency of an antenna including a conductive portion (510) of an electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 7A. For example, the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 7A may include a rack gear (363) including only a first portion (3631). For example, the rack gear (363) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 7A may be spaced apart from the conductive portion (510). The rack gear (363) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 9A and the rack gear (363) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 7A may be grounded through the first substrate (530).

[0171] Referring to FIG. 10, within the first state, the radiation efficiency of the antenna may be changed based on whether the grounded rack gear (363) comes into contact with the conductive portion (510) that acts as the antenna radiator. For example, comparing the first graph and the second graph, in a frequency band of about 0.7 GHz to about 0.9 GHz, the first graph may have higher efficiency than the second graph. For example, in a frequency band of about 0.8 GHz to about 0.9 Hz, the first graph may have efficiency that is about 3 dB to about 5 dB higher than the second graph. In a frequency band of about 1 GHz or higher, the second graph may have efficiency that is higher than the first graph.

[0172] Referring to the graph (1000) of FIG. 10, within the first state, the structure of the rack gear (363) for the first antenna to have high efficiency may be different depending on the specified frequency characteristics (e.g., resonant frequency) of the signal to be transmitted and / or received through the first antenna. For example, when the first antenna transmits and / or receives a signal on a low band band of about 1 GHz or less, within the first state, the grounded rack gear (363) may have a structure (e.g., the rack gear (363) in FIG. 9a)) that can come into contact with the conductive portion (510), thereby improving the efficiency of the first antenna. For example, when the first antenna transmits and / or receives a signal on a mid-band band of about 1 GHz or higher, in the first state, the grounded rack gear (363) may have a structure (e.g., the rack gear (363) in FIG. 7A) that can be spaced apart from the conductive portion (510), thereby improving the efficiency of the first antenna. For example, by designing the structure of the rack gear (363) based on the specified frequency characteristics of a signal to be transmitted and / or received through the first antenna, the efficiency of the first antenna may be improved. As the efficiency of the first antenna is improved, the communication performance of the electronic device (101) may be improved.

[0173] FIG. 11 illustrates an example of a cross-sectional view of an electronic device taken along line C-C' of FIG. 5a.

[0174] Referring to FIG. 11, the rack gear (363) may include a second portion (3632) that is in contact with the conductive portion (510) within the first state and may be electrically isolated from the first substrate (530). For example, within the first state, the second portion (3632) may be in direct contact with the conductive portion (510). For example, in the example illustrated in FIG. 11, the conductive connecting member (560) that electrically connects the ground portion of the first substrate (530) and the rack gear (363) may be omitted.

[0175] Since the conductive connecting member (560) is omitted, the rack gear (363) may not be grounded. The ungrounded rack gear (363) may be electrically connected to the conductive portion (510) by including a second portion (3632) that is in direct contact with the conductive portion (510) that operates as an antenna radiator in the first state. For example, the ungrounded rack gear (363) may be in direct contact with the first conductive portion (511) in the first state.

[0176] Referring again to FIG. 6B, when a second signal on a second frequency band is transmitted through the first conductive portion (511), the wireless communication circuit (192) can supply the second signal on the second frequency band to the second power supply portion (F2). As the second power supply portion (F2) is supplied, a radiation current can be formed along the first conductive portion (511).

[0177] For example, the first side (220a) may include a ground portion positioned around the first non-conductive portion (521). The ground portion may act as a ground point for an antenna including the conductive portion (510) (e.g., a first antenna) and an antenna including only the first conductive portion (511) (e.g., a second antenna). For example, the ground portion may be electrically connected to a ground portion of the first substrate (530) to provide a ground for the second antenna. A radiated current flowing along the first conductive portion (511) may flow from the second feed portion (F2) to the ground portion and through the ground portion to the ground portion of the first substrate (530). Since the first conductive portion (511) is included within a portion (510a) of the conductive portion (510) including the slit (523), the electrical path between the feeding point of the second antenna (e.g., the second feeding portion (F2)) and the ground point of the second antenna (e.g., the ground portion) may be short. If the electrical path is too short, the radiation efficiency of the second antenna for transmitting and / or receiving a second signal on a relatively high frequency band may be degraded.

[0178] For example, the electrical path can be extended through the rack gear (363) in contact with the first conductive portion (511). As the second portion (3632) of the ungrounded rack gear (363) comes into contact with the first conductive portion (511), a radiated current formed from the second feed portion (F2) can flow along a portion of the rack gear (363). Since the rack gear (363) includes a conductive material, it can act as a portion of the antenna radiator. An electromagnetic field can be formed by the radiated current flowing along the first conductive portion (511) and a portion of the rack gear (363). The first conductive portion (511) can transmit and / or receive a second signal on a second frequency band using the electromagnetic field. The efficiency of the second antenna can be improved by the rack gear (363) in contact with the first conductive portion (511) in the first state.

[0179] FIG. 12 illustrates an example of a cross-sectional view of an electronic device taken along line C-C' of FIG. 5a.

[0180] Referring to FIG. 12, the rack gear (363) may be spaced apart from the conductive portion (510) to cause coupling within the first state. For example, the rack gear (363) may include a first portion (3631) and a second portion (3632). The first portion (3631) may be electrically connected to a ground portion of the first substrate (530). The second portion (3632) may be spaced apart from the conductive portion (510) for coupling with the conductive portion (510). For example, a gap may be formed between the second portion (3632) of the rack gear (363) and the conductive portion (510). For example, the gap illustrated in FIG. 12 may be narrower than the gap illustrated in FIG. 7A. For example, the gap between the rack gear (363) and the conductive portion (510) illustrated in FIG. 12 may have a length that enables coupling between at least the conductive portion and the second portion (3632). For example, the gap illustrated in FIG. 12 may be about 0.2 mm, but is not limited thereto. The rack gear (363) may be coupled to the conductive portion (510) while being grounded through the first portion (3631).

[0181] For example, the second portion (3632) can be coupled with the first conductive portion (e.g., the first conductive portion (511) of FIG. 6B). For example, the frequency band of the second signal transmitted and / or received through an antenna (e.g., the second antenna) including only the first conductive portion (511) can be relatively high. The second signal, which is a signal in the relatively high frequency band, can be coupled to the second portion (3632) spaced apart from the first conductive portion (511). The second portion (3632), which is positioned close to the first conductive portion (511), can improve the radiation performance of the second antenna by coupling with the first conductive portion (511). For example, when the second portion (3632) couples with the first conductive portion (511), a portion of the rack gear (363) including the second portion (3632) can provide a ground path for a signal transmitted and / or received via the second antenna. For example, when a second signal is transmitted using the first conductive portion (511) and the rack gear (363) that are coupled to each other, the amount of radiation of the second signal can be increased. By providing a ground path for the second antenna and / or increasing the amount of radiation of the second signal, the communication performance of the second antenna can be improved.

[0182] Fig. 13 is a graph showing the efficiency of the first antenna according to the structure of the rack gear within the first state.

[0183] The x-axis of the graph (1300) is frequency (unit: GHz), and the y-axis of the graph (1300) is efficiency (unit: dB).

[0184] The first graph (1301) of FIG. 13 represents the efficiency of an antenna (e.g., a first antenna) including a conductive portion (510) of an electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 9A. For example, the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 9A may include a rack gear (363) including a first portion (3631) electrically connected to a ground portion of a first substrate (530) and a second portion (3632) in contact with the conductive portion (510) (e.g., the first conductive portion (511)). The rack gear (363) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 9A may be grounded via the first substrate (530).

[0185] The second graph (1302) of FIG. 13 represents the efficiency of an antenna including a conductive portion (510) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 7A. For example, the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 7A may include a rack gear (363) that includes only a first portion (3631) electrically connected to a ground portion of a first substrate (530). For example, the rack gear (363) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 7A may be spaced apart from the conductive portion (510). The rack gear (363) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 7A may be grounded through the first substrate (530).

[0186] The third graph (1303) of FIG. 13 represents the efficiency of an antenna including a conductive portion (510) of an electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 11. For example, the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 11 may include a rack gear (363) (e.g., the rack gear (363) illustrated in FIG. 11) that includes only a second portion (3632) that is in contact with the conductive portion (510) (e.g., the first conductive portion (511)). For example, the rack gear (363) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 11 may be in contact with the first conductive portion (511). The rack gear (363) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 11 may be electrically isolated from the first substrate (530).

[0187] Referring to FIG. 13, the efficiency of the first antenna may vary depending on the structure of the rack gear (363). For example, in a frequency band of about 1 GHz or less, the first graph (1301) may have higher efficiency than the second graph (1302) and the third graph (1303). For example, in a frequency band of about 0.8 to about 0.9 GHz, the first graph (1301) may have efficiency that is about 2 dB to about 3 dB higher than the second graph (1302) and the third graph (1303). For example, when the first signal transmitted and / or received through the first antenna is a signal on a low band band, the electronic device (101) may include a rack gear (363) (e.g., the rack gear (363) in FIG. 9A) including a first portion (3631) electrically connected to a ground portion of the first substrate (530) and a second portion (3632) in contact with the conductive portion (510). Since the rack gear (363) including the first portion (3631) and the second portion (3632) provides a ground path for the first antenna, the performance of the first antenna may be improved.

[0188] For example, in a frequency band of about 1.5 GHz or higher, which is higher than the low-band band, the third graph (1303) may have higher efficiency than the first graph (1301) and the second graph (1302). For example, in a frequency band of about 1.9 GHz to about 2 GHz, the third graph (1303) may have about 3 dB to about 5 dB higher efficiency than the first graph (1301) and the second graph (1302). For example, when the first signal transmitted and / or received through the first antenna is a signal on the mid-band band, the electronic device (101) may only include a rack gear (363) including a second portion (3632) in contact with the conductive portion (510) (e.g., the rack gear (363) in FIG. 11). By providing a path for the radiated current for the first antenna with a rack gear (363) including only the second portion (3632), the communication performance of the first antenna for signals on a relatively high frequency band can be improved.

[0189] Fig. 14 is a graph showing the efficiency of the second antenna within the first state.

[0190] The x-axis of the graph (1400) is frequency (unit: GHz), and the y-axis of the graph (1400) is efficiency (unit: dB).

[0191] The first graph (1401) of FIG. 14 represents the efficiency of an antenna (e.g., a second antenna) that includes only the first conductive portion (511) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 11. For example, the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 11 may include a rack gear (363) that includes only the second portion (3632) that contacts the conductive portion (510). For example, the rack gear (363) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 11 may be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (511) by contacting it. The rack gear (363) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 11 may be electrically isolated from the first substrate (530).

[0192] The second graph (1402) of FIG. 14 represents the efficiency of an antenna that includes only the first conductive portion (511) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 12. For example, the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 12 may include a rack gear (363) that includes a first portion (3631) electrically connected to a ground portion of a first substrate (530) and a second portion (3632) that can couple with the conductive portion (510) (e.g., the first conductive portion (511)). For example, the rack gear (363) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 12 may couple with the first conductive portion (511). For example, the rack gear (363) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 12 may be grounded via the first substrate (530).

[0193] The third graph (1403) of FIG. 14 represents the efficiency of an antenna that includes only the first conductive portion (511) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 7A. For example, the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 7A may include a rack gear (363) that includes only the first portion (3631) electrically connected to the ground portion of the first substrate (530). For example, the rack gear (363) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 7A may be spaced apart from the conductive portion (510) (e.g., the first conductive portion (511)). The rack gear (363) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 7A may be grounded through the first substrate (530).

[0194] The fourth graph (1404) of FIG. 14 represents the efficiency of an antenna that includes only the first conductive portion (511) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 9A. For example, the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 9A may include a rack gear (363) that includes a first portion (3631) electrically connected to a ground portion of a first substrate (530) and a second portion (3632) that contacts the conductive portion (510) (e.g., the first conductive portion (511)). The rack gear (363) of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 9A may be grounded via the first substrate (530).

[0195] Referring to FIG. 14, depending on the structure of the rack gear (363), the efficiency of the second antenna may be different. For example, in a frequency band of about 1.2 GHz or higher, the first graph (1401) may have higher efficiency than the second graph (1402), the third graph (1403), and the fourth graph (1404). For example, in the case of a signal in a frequency band of about 1 GHz or higher transmitted and / or received through the second antenna, the electronic device (101) may include a rack gear (363) (e.g., the rack gear (363) in FIG. 11) that includes only a second portion (3632) that is in direct contact with the first conductive portion (511). At least a portion of the rack gear (363) that includes only a second portion (3632) that is in direct contact with the first conductive portion (511) may operate as a part of the antenna radiator by providing a path through which a radiated current flows. The efficiency of the second antenna can be improved by transmitting and / or receiving a second signal using an electromagnetic field formed by a radiating current flowing along the first conductive portion (511) and a portion of the rack gear (363).

[0196] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 14, as the structure of the rack gear (363) changes, the performance of the first antenna and the performance of the second antenna may differ. Depending on the type of the electronic device (101), the electronic device (101) may communicate with an external electronic device using signals on various frequency bands. By designing the structure of the rack gear (363) based on the specified frequency characteristics of the signals to be transmitted and / or received through the first antenna and the second antenna, the communication performance of the electronic device (101) may be improved. By combining the various structures of the rack gear (363) disclosed in this document, various embodiments may be possible depending on the purpose of the electronic device (101).

[0197] An electronic device (e.g., an electronic device (101) of FIG. 5A) is provided. The electronic device may include a housing (e.g., a housing (201) of FIG. 5A), a rack gear (e.g., a rack gear (363) of FIG. 5A), a conductive part (e.g., a conductive part (510) of FIG. 5A), a wireless communication circuit (e.g., a wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1), and a first substrate (e.g., a first substrate (530) of FIG. 5A). The housing may include a first housing part (e.g., a first housing part (210) of FIG. 5A) and a second housing part (e.g., a second housing part (220) of FIG. 5A) that are movably coupled to each other. The rack gear may be parallel to a moving direction of the first housing part or the second housing part (e.g., a first direction (261) and a second direction (262) of FIG. 5A). The rack gear may be disposed within the housing. The conductive portion may be formed along a portion of at least one side surface of the second housing part (e.g., at least one side surface (501) of FIG. 5A). The wireless communication circuit may be configured to communicate with an external electronic device using the conductive portion. The first substrate may be electrically connected to the conductive portion. At least a portion of the conductive portion may face the rack gear within the at least one side surface. At least a portion of the conductive portion may be disposed at a position having a first state in which a distance between the rack gear and the conductive portion is minimum or a second state in which the distance is maximum, depending on movement of the first housing part or the second housing part. The rack gear may include at least one of a first portion (e.g., the first portion (3631) of FIG. 7A) or a second portion (e.g., the second portion (3632) of FIG. 9A). The first portion may be electrically connected to a ground portion of the first substrate in the first state. The second portion may be in contact with the conductive portion in the first state.For example, in the first state, to reduce performance degradation of the antenna due to the rack gear adjacent to the conductive portion, the rack gear may be grounded through the first portion and the first substrate. Since the rack gear is grounded, interference with the conductive portion may be reduced, thereby reducing degradation of the communication performance of the electronic device. For example, in the first state, the rack gear may be in contact with the conductive portion through the second portion.

[0198] The electronic device may include a motor (e.g., motor 361 of FIG. 5A) and a pinion gear (e.g., pinion gear 362 of FIG. 5A). The pinion gear may be engaged with the rack gear. The pinion gear may be rotated based on a driving force provided from the motor to move the rack gear. For example, the rack gear may be configured to move in a state engaged with the first housing part when moved by the driving force. A portion of the rack gear including at least one of the first portion or the second portion may be moved closer to the at least one side surface including the conductive portion when the electronic device changes from a second state in which the size of the housing is maximum to the first state. The portion of the rack gear may be moved away from the at least one side surface when the electronic device changes from the first state to the second state. For example, the rack gear may be engaged with the first housing part. As the pinion gear rotates, the rack gear can be moved in the first direction or the second direction while being coupled with the first housing part. By the moving rack gear, the electronic device can include a housing having a slidable or rollable structure.

[0199] For example, the rack gear may be grounded, within the first state, through the first portion electrically connected to the ground portion. For example, the rack gear may be grounded through the first portion electrically connected to the ground portion of the first substrate. As the rack gear is grounded, electromagnetic interaction between the rack gear and the antenna radiator may be reduced. For example, as the rack gear is grounded, interference of the rack gear with signals transmitted and / or received via the antenna radiator may be reduced.

[0200] For example, the rack gear can provide a ground path for an antenna including the conductive portion, through the first portion and the second portion in contact with the conductive portion, within the first state. By having the grounded rack gear contact the conductive portion, the rack gear can provide a ground path for the antenna. A radiated current flowing along the conductive portion can flow to ground through the rack gear. By adding a ground path for the antenna, the performance of the antenna can be improved. For example, noise received or reflected by the conductive portion operating as an antenna radiator can flow to ground through the ground path provided by the rack gear, thereby reducing degradation of antenna performance due to noise.

[0201] For example, the rack gear may, within the first state, provide a path for radiating current for an antenna including the conductive portion through a second portion in contact with the conductive portion.

[0202] For example, the first portion may be electrically isolated from the ground portion. For example, the rack gear may be in contact with the conductive portion in an ungrounded state. For example, the first portion may be electrically isolated from the ground portion, and the second portion may be in contact with the conductive portion. For example, when a power supply signal is provided to the feeding point of the conductive portion, a radiating current may be formed along the conductive portion. If the electrical path along which the radiating current may be formed is too short, the radiation efficiency of the antenna may be degraded. The rack gear may provide a path for the radiating current of the antenna by being in direct contact with the conductive portion in an ungrounded state. For example, the radiating current may flow along a portion of the rack gear. As an electrical path for the radiating current is secured, the efficiency of the antenna may be improved.

[0203] For example, the at least one side may include a first side (e.g., the first side (220a) of FIG. 6A) and a second side (e.g., the second side (220b) of FIG. 6A). The first side may face the first housing part. The first side may include a slit (e.g., the slit (523) of FIG. 6A). The second side may be perpendicular to the first side. The conductive portion may be formed between a first non-conductive portion (e.g., the first non-conductive portion (521) of FIG. 6A) within the first side that contacts a portion of the slit and a second non-conductive portion (e.g., the second non-conductive portion (522) of FIG. 6A) within the second side. The conductive portion may include a first conductive portion (e.g., the first conductive portion (511) of FIG. 6A) and a second conductive portion (e.g., the second conductive portion (512) of FIG. 6B). The first conductive portion may be in contact with the first non-conductive portion and the slit. The second conductive portion may be distinct from the first conductive portion. For example, an electronic device may include a plurality of antennas to transmit and / or receive signals on different frequency bands. For example, the electronic device may include a first antenna including the conductive portion and a second antenna using the first conductive portion as a main radiator. For example, the second antenna may be referred to as a slit antenna.

[0204] For example, the wireless communication circuit may be configured to transmit or receive a first signal on a first frequency band using the conductive portion. The wireless communication circuit may be configured to transmit or receive a second signal on a second frequency band different from the first frequency band using the first conductive portion, which is a part of the conductive portion.

[0205] For example, the second frequency band may be higher than the first frequency band. For example, the first antenna and the second antenna may transmit and / or receive signals on different frequency bands. For example, since the first conductive portion is included within a portion of the first conductive portion, the length of the conductive portion may be longer than the length of the first conductive portion. Since the length of the conductive portion is longer than the length of the first conductive portion, the first frequency band may be lower than the second frequency band.

[0206] The electronic device may further include a conductive connecting member (e.g., a conductive connecting member (560) of FIG. 7A) that electrically connects the first portion and the ground portion by contacting the first portion and the ground portion. For example, the conductive connecting member may electrically connect the first portion and the ground portion by contacting each of the first portion and the ground portion of the first substrate. For example, the conductive connecting member may include, but is not limited to, a c-clip, a conductive tape, a conductive poron, a screw, and a spring pin. The rack gear may be grounded by being electrically connected to the ground portion of the first substrate through the conductive connecting member. As the rack gear is grounded, deterioration of communication performance of the electronic device may be reduced.

[0207] For example, the first portion may include a chamfered portion (e.g., chamfered portion 3633 of FIG. 7B). For example, when the electronic device changes from the second state to the first state, the rack gear may come into contact with the conductive connecting member. Since the rack gear moves in the first direction while maintaining contact with the conductive connecting member, friction may occur between the conductive connecting member and the other surface before the first portion and the conductive connecting member come into contact. The friction may cause damage to the conductive connecting member and / or the rack gear or may result in unstable grounding of the rack gear. By including the chamfered portion, the rack gear may reduce the damage and provide stable grounding. When the electronic device changes from the second state to the first state, the chamfered portion of the rack gear may come into contact with the conductive connecting member first. The conductive connecting member may slide along the inclined surface formed by the chamfered portion to come into contact with the first portion. The chamfered portion allows smooth contact between the first part of the rack gear and the conductive connecting member.

[0208] For example, the second portion may include, within the first state, at least one protrusion (e.g., at least one protrusion (571) of FIG. 9B) that contacts the conductive portion.

[0209] For example, the second portion may include an elastic structure (e.g., elastic structure (572) of FIG. 9C) that contacts the conductive portion within the first state. For example, the second portion of the rack gear that contacts the conductive portion may be implemented in various forms.

[0210] The electronic device may further include a second substrate (e.g., the second substrate (540) of FIG. 5C) and a third substrate (e.g., the third substrate (550) of FIG. 5C). The second substrate may be disposed within the second housing part and electrically connected to the first substrate. The third substrate may be disposed within the first housing part and electrically connected to the second substrate. For example, since the housing includes a first housing part and a second housing part that are movably coupled to each other, electrical connection may be required between electronic components within the first housing part and electronic components within the second housing part. The electronic components within the first housing part may be electrically connected to the second substrate. The electronic components within the second housing part may be electrically connected to the third substrate. By electrically connecting the second substrate and the third substrate, the electronic components within the first housing part and the electronic components within the second housing part may be electrically connected. By enabling electrical connection between a plurality of electronic components through the second substrate and the third substrate, various functions of an electronic device including a housing with a slider structure can be implemented.

[0211] The electronic device may further include a display (e.g., display (230) of FIG. 5C). The display may include a first display area (e.g., first display area (530a) of FIG. 5C) and a second display area (e.g., second display area (530b) of FIG. 5C). The first display area may be at least partially folded into the first housing part based on movement of the first housing part or the second housing part. At least a portion of the second display area may be rolled into the first housing part within the first state. At least a portion of the second display area may be pulled out from within the first housing part to outside the first housing part within the second state in which the size of the housing of the electronic device is maximum. For example, the size of the display area of ​​the display may be changed. To change the size of the display area of ​​the display, at least a portion of the second display area may be rolled into the first housing part within the first state. Because the size of the housing and the size of the display area can be changed, the electronic device can provide a variety of user experiences.

[0212] An electronic device (e.g., an electronic device (101) of FIG. 5A) is provided. The electronic device may include a housing (e.g., a housing (201) of FIG. 5A), a rack gear (e.g., a rack gear (363) of FIG. 5A), a conductive part (e.g., a conductive part (510) of FIG. 5A), a wireless communication circuit (e.g., a wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1), and a first substrate (e.g., a first substrate (530) of FIG. 5A). The housing may include a first housing part (e.g., a first housing part (210) of FIG. 5A) and a second housing part (e.g., a second housing part (220) of FIG. 5A) that are movably coupled to each other. The rack gear may be parallel to a moving direction of the first housing part or the second housing part (e.g., a first direction (261) and a second direction (262) of FIG. 5A). The rack gear may be disposed within the housing. The conductive portion may be formed along a portion of at least one side surface of the second housing part (e.g., at least one side surface (501) of FIG. 5A). The wireless communication circuit may be configured to communicate with an external electronic device using the conductive portion. The first substrate may be electrically connected to the conductive portion. At least a portion of the conductive portion may face the rack gear within the at least one side surface. At least a portion of the conductive portion may be disposed at a position having a first state in which a distance between the rack gear and the conductive portion is minimum or a second state in which the distance is maximum, depending on movement of the first housing part or the second housing part. The rack gear may include a first portion (e.g., the first portion (3631) of FIG. 7A) and a second portion (e.g., the second portion (3632) of FIG. 12). The first portion may be electrically connected to a ground portion of the first substrate within the first state. The second portion may be spaced apart from the conductive portion for coupling with the conductive portion within the first state.

[0213] For example, the rack gear may be grounded, within the first state, through the first portion electrically connected to the ground portion.

[0214] For example, the rack gear may, within the first state, provide a ground path for an antenna including the conductive portion through a second portion coupled to the first portion and the conductive portion. For example, a radiated current formed in the conductive portion may be formed in a portion of the rack gear by coupling to the rack gear. The radiated current may flow to the ground portion of the first substrate through the grounded rack gear. By adding a ground path, the efficiency of the antenna may be improved.

[0215] For example, the rack gear may, within the first state, provide a ground path for an antenna including the conductive portion through the first portion and the second portion.

[0216] The electronic device may include a motor (e.g., motor (361) of FIG. 5A) and a pinion gear (e.g., pinion gear (362) of FIG. 5A). The pinion gear may be engaged with the rack gear. The pinion gear may rotate based on a driving force provided from the motor, thereby moving the rack gear.

[0217] For example, the at least one side may include a first side (e.g., the first side (220a) of FIG. 6A) and a second side (e.g., the second side (220b) of FIG. 6A). The first side may face the first housing part among the sides of the second housing part. The first side may include a slit (e.g., the slit (523) of FIG. 6A). The second side may be perpendicular to the first side. The conductive portion may be formed between a first non-conductive portion (e.g., the first non-conductive portion (521) of FIG. 6A) within the first side that contacts a portion of the slit and a second non-conductive portion (e.g., the second non-conductive portion (522) of FIG. 6A) within the second side. The conductive portion may include a first conductive portion (e.g., the first conductive portion (511) of FIG. 6A) and a second conductive portion (e.g., the second conductive portion (512) of FIG. 6A). The first conductive portion may be in contact with the first non-conductive portion and the slit. The second conductive portion may be distinct from the first conductive portion. The wireless communication circuit may be configured to transmit or receive a first signal on a first frequency band using the conductive portion. The wireless communication circuit may be configured to transmit or receive a second signal on a second frequency band different from the first frequency band using the first conductive portion, which is a part of the conductive portion.

[0218] 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.

[0219] 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 component (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.

[0220] 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).

[0221] 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 (120) (e.g., the processor (120)) of a 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.

[0222] 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 a memory (130) of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or a relay server.

[0223] 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.

Claims

1. In electronic devices, A housing comprising a first housing part and a second housing part which are movably coupled to each other; A rack gear arranged within the housing and parallel to the direction of movement of the first housing part or the second housing part; A conductive portion formed along at least a portion of one side surface of the second housing part; A wireless communication circuit configured to communicate with an external electronic device using the above-described conductive portion; and A first substrate electrically connected to the above-mentioned challenging portion, At least a portion of the above challenging portion, Facing the rack gear, and depending on the movement of the first housing part or the second housing part, the rack gear is positioned at a position corresponding to a first state in which the distance between the rack gear and the conductive part is minimum or at a position corresponding to a second state in which the distance is maximum, The above rack gear, In the first state, at least one of a first portion that can be electrically connected to a ground portion of the first substrate or a second portion that can be in contact with the conductive portion within the first state, Electronic devices.

2. In paragraph 1, motor; and A pinion gear that is engaged with the rack gear and rotates based on a driving force provided from the motor to move the rack gear, Electronic devices.

3. In either of paragraphs 1 and 2, The above rack gear, In the above first state, through the first part electrically connected to the ground part, grounded, Electronic devices.

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, The above rack gear, Within the first state, a ground path is provided for an antenna including the conductive portion through the first portion and the second portion in contact with the conductive portion. Electronic devices.

5. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 4, The above rack gear, Within the first state, the second portion is configured to provide a path for radiating current for an antenna including the conductive portion, through the second portion in contact with the conductive portion. Electronic devices.

6. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 5, The above first part is, Electrically isolated from the above ground portion, Electronic devices.

7. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, At least one of the above aspects, A first side facing the first housing part and including a slit and a second side perpendicular to the first side, The above challenging part is, formed between a first non-conductive portion within the first side in contact with a portion of the slit and a second non-conductive portion within the second side, The above challenging part is, a first conductive portion in contact with the first non-conductive portion and the slit, and comprising a second conductive portion distinct from the first conductive portion; Electronic devices.

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 7, The above wireless communication circuit, Transmitting or receiving a first signal on a first frequency band using the above-mentioned challenging portion, configured to transmit or receive a second signal on a second frequency band different from the first frequency band by using the first conductive portion which is part of the conductive portion. Electronic devices.

9. In paragraph 8, The above second frequency band is, higher than the first frequency band, Electronic devices.

10. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 9, Further comprising a conductive connecting member electrically connecting the first portion and the ground portion by contacting the first portion and the ground portion. Electronic devices.

11. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 10, The above first part is, Including a chamfer portion, Electronic devices.

12. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 11, The second part above, In the first state, at least one protrusion that contacts the conductive portion is included. Electronic devices.

13. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 12, The second part above, In the first state, comprising an elastic structure in contact with the conductive portion, Electronic devices.

14. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 13, A second substrate disposed within the second housing part and electrically connected to the first substrate; and Further comprising a third substrate disposed on the first housing part and electrically connected to the second substrate, Electronic devices.

15. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 14, Further comprising a display including a first display area and a second display area that can be bent at least partially into the first housing part based on movement of the first housing part or the second housing part, At least a portion of the second display area, Within the above first state, it is rolled into the inside of the first housing part, Within the second state, the first housing part is pulled out from inside the first housing part to outside the first housing part. Electronic devices.

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