Foldable electronic device including flexible display

Abstract

This foldable electronic device comprises: a housing including a first housing part and a second housing part; a flexible display including a first display portion, a second display portion, and a third display portion; a first layer including an electromagnetic induction panel disposed below the first display portion; a second layer contacting the second display portion; a first magnet; and a second magnet. The second layer includes: a shielding member interposed between the second magnet and a portion of the electromagnetic induction panel and including a shielding sheet; and a waterproof member at least partially surrounding the shielding member and including a waterproof body.

Description

foldable electronic devices including flexible displays

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a foldable electronic device including a flexible display.

[0002] As demand for highly portable electronic devices increases, electronic devices may include deformable displays. Deformable displays may be referred to as flexible displays, which include a flexible portion that can be at least partially bent. Flexible displays may include a portion electrically connected to display driving circuitry. Flexible displays may include multiple layers.

[0003] An electronic device including a deformable display may include housing parts that are rotatably connected to each other. The housing parts can maintain a folded state through attractive forces between magnets.

[0004] The above information may be provided as background information 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] According to an exemplary embodiment, a foldable electronic device is provided. The foldable electronic device may include: a housing, a flexible display, a first layer, a second layer, a first magnet, and a second magnet. The housing may include: a first housing part and a second housing part configured to be rotatable relative to the first housing part about a folding axis. The flexible display may include: a first display portion, a second display portion, and a third display portion. The first display portion may include an active area forming at least a portion of a front surface of the housing. The second display portion may be disposed opposite the first display portion. The second display portion may be spaced apart from the first display portion. The third display portion may connect the first display portion and the second display portion. The third display portion may be bendable. The first layer may include an electromagnetic induction panel disposed below the first display portion. The second layer may be in contact with the second display portion between the first layer and the second display portion. The first magnet within the first housing part may be disposed under the flexible display. The second magnet within the second housing part may be disposed under the flexible display. The second magnet may be configured to pair with the first magnet to maintain a folded state of the foldable electronic device. The second layer may include a shielding member including a sheet (e.g., a shielding sheet) and a waterproofing member including a waterproof body. The shielding member may be disposed between the second magnet and a portion of the electromagnetic induction panel positioned over the second magnet. The waterproofing member may at least partially surround the shielding member.

[0006] According to an exemplary embodiment, a display device is provided. The display device may include: a flexible display, a first layer, and a second layer. The flexible display may include a first display portion, a second display portion, and a third display portion. The first display portion may include a plurality of pixels. The second display portion may be disposed opposite the first display portion. The second display portion may be spaced apart from the first display portion. The third display portion may connect the first display portion and the second display portion. The third display portion may be bendable. The first layer may include an electromagnetic induction panel disposed beneath the first display portion. The second layer may contact the second display portion between the first layer and the second display portion. The second layer may include a shielding member including a sheet (e.g., a shielding sheet) disposed beneath a portion of the electromagnetic induction panel, and a waterproofing member including a waterproofing material at least partially surrounding the shielding member.

[0007] According to one embodiment, a foldable electronic device is provided. The foldable electronic device may include: a housing, a flexible display, a first magnet, a second magnet, an electromagnetic induction panel, a waterproof member including a waterproof body, and a shielding member including a sheet (e.g., a shielding sheet). The housing may include: a first housing part and a second housing part configured to be rotatable relative to the first housing part about a folding axis. The flexible display may include: a first display portion, a second display portion, and a third display portion. The first display portion may include an active area forming at least a portion of a front surface of the housing. The second display portion may be disposed opposite the first display portion. The second display portion may be spaced apart from the first display portion. The third display portion may connect the first display portion and the second display portion. The first magnet may be disposed below the flexible display. The first magnet may be disposed within the first housing part. The second magnet may be disposed below the flexible display. The second magnet may be disposed within the second housing part. The second magnet may be configured to be paired with the first magnet to maintain a folded state of the foldable electronic device. The electromagnetic induction panel may be disposed below the first display part. The waterproof member may be in contact with the second display part between the electromagnetic induction panel and the second display part. The shielding member may be disposed between the second magnet and a portion of the second display part positioned above the second magnet.

[0008] The above and other aspects, features, and advantages of specific embodiments of the present disclosure will become more apparent from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:

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

[0010] FIG. 2A is a diagram illustrating an example of an unfolded state of an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments;

[0011] FIG. 2B is a diagram illustrating an example of a folded state of an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments;

[0012] FIG. 2C is an exploded perspective view of an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments;

[0013] FIG. 3A illustrates an exemplary display device according to various embodiments;

[0014] FIG. 3b is an exploded perspective view of an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments;

[0015] FIG. 4 is a drawing illustrating a portion of a housing of an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments;

[0016] FIG. 5 is a drawing illustrating the back of an exemplary flexible display with the second display portion omitted according to various embodiments;

[0017] FIG. 6A is a cross-sectional view taken along line A-A' of FIG. 2A of an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments;

[0018] FIG. 6b is an enlarged cross-sectional view of a portion of a display device according to various embodiments;

[0019] FIG. 7A is a cross-sectional view illustrating an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments, taken along line B-B' of FIG. 2A;

[0020] FIG. 7b is a cross-sectional view schematically illustrating an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments, taken along line C-C' of FIG. 2a;

[0021] Fig. 8a is an enlarged view of portion X of Fig. 5;

[0022] FIG. 8B is a cross-sectional view illustrating a cross-section taken along line D-D' of the foldable electronic device of FIG. 8A according to various embodiments; and

[0023] FIG. 9 is an enlarged view of a portion of a display device according to various embodiments.

[0024] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment, according to one embodiment.

[0025] 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 various embodiments, the electronic device (101) may have at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (178)) omitted, or one or more other components added. In various 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)).

[0026] The processor (120) may include various processing circuits and / or multiple processors. For example, the term "processor" as used herein, including in the claims, may include various processing circuits including at least one processor, one or more of which are configured to individually and / or collectively perform the various functions described herein in a distributed manner. As used herein, when "processor," "at least one processor," and "one or more processors" are described as being configured to perform various functions, these terms may include, for example, without limitation, one processor performing some of the recited functions, other processor(s) performing other functions of the recited functions, and a single processor may perform all of the recited functions. Additionally, the at least one processor may include a combination of processors that perform the various functions recited / disclosed, for example, in a distributed manner. The at least one processor may execute program instructions to achieve or perform the various functions. 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 the volatile memory (132), process the commands or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store the resulting data in the 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.

[0027] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least a part 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.

[0028] 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).

[0029] 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).

[0030] 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).

[0031] 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.

[0032] 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.

[0033] 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).

[0034] 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.

[0035] The interface (177) may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device (101) with an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102)). In one embodiment, the interface (177) may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0036] 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).

[0037] 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. In one embodiment, the haptic module (179) can include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

[0038] 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.

[0039] The power management module (188) can manage power supplied to the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the power management module (188) can be implemented, for example, as at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0040] 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.

[0041] 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).

[0042] 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.

[0043] 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 including 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 via 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).

[0044] 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.

[0045] 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)).

[0046] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (104) via a server (108) connected to a second network (199). Each of the external electronic devices (102 or 104) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations executed in the electronic device (101) may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices (102, 104, or 108). For example, when the electronic device (101) is to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (101) may, instead of or in addition to executing the function or service itself, request one or more external electronic devices to perform the function or at least a part of the service. One or more external electronic devices that receive the request may execute at least a portion of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device (101). The electronic device (101) may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least a portion of a response to the request. For this purpose, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used, for example. The electronic device (101) may provide an ultra-low latency service by using distributed computing or mobile edge computing, for example. In another embodiment, the external electronic device (104) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (108) may be an intelligent server utilizing machine learning and / or a neural network. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) or the server (108) may be included in the second network (199).The electronic device (101) can be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0047] FIG. 2A is a diagram illustrating an example of an unfolded state of an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments. FIG. 2B is a diagram illustrating an example of a folded state of an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments. FIG. 2C is an exploded perspective view of an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments.

[0048] Referring to FIGS. 2A, 2B, and 2C, a foldable electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) may include a housing (201), a flexible display (230) (e.g., display module (160) of FIG. 1), and at least one camera (240).

[0049] For example, the housing (201) may form the exterior of the foldable electronic device (101). For example, the housing (201) may be a physical exterior of the foldable electronic device (101) that is exposed to the outside, and may be disposed inside the foldable electronic device (101) to enclose components that are not exposed to the outside. For example, the housing (201) may include a first housing part (210), a second housing part (220), and a hinge structure (250).

[0050] For example, the first housing part (210) may include a first surface (211), a second surface (212) opposite the first surface (211), and a first side surface (213) surrounding at least a portion of the first surface (211) and the second surface (212). For example, the first surface (211) may be referred to as a front surface of the first housing part (210), and the second surface (212) may be referred to as a rear surface of the first housing part (210). The first side surface (213) may be connected to a periphery of the first surface (211) and a periphery of the second surface (212). The first surface (211), the second surface (212), and the first side surface (213) may form an interior space of the first housing part (210). For example, at least one component may be placed within a space surrounded by the first surface (211), the second surface (212), and the first side surface (213).

[0051] For example, the second housing part (220) may include a third surface (221), a fourth surface (222) opposite the third surface (221), and a second side surface (223) surrounding at least a portion of the third surface (221) and the fourth surface (222). For example, the third surface (221) may be referred to as a front surface of the second housing part (220), and the fourth surface (222) may be referred to as a rear surface of the second housing part (220). The second side surface (223) may be connected to a periphery of the third surface (221) and a periphery of the fourth surface (222). The third surface (221), the fourth surface (222), and the second side surface (223) may form an interior space of the second housing part (220). For example, at least one component may be placed within a space surrounded by the third side (221), the fourth side (222), and the second side (223).

[0052] For example, the flexible display (230) may be configured to display visual information. For example, the flexible display (230) may include a display area including a plurality of pixels. For example, the active area may be referred to as an active area that displays visual information. For example, the flexible display (230) may form at least a portion of the front surface of the housing (201). For example, the flexible display (230) may at least partially form the first surface (211) and the third surface (221).

[0053] For example, the flexible display (230) may include a first display area (231) forming at least a portion of a first surface (211) of the first housing, a second display area (232) forming at least a portion of a third surface (221) of the second housing part (220), and a third display area (233) disposed between the first display area (231) and the second display area (232). For example, the first display area (231), the second display area (232), and the third display area (233) may at least partially form the front surface of the housing (201). For example, the foldable electronic device (101) may further include a sub-display (235) distinct from the flexible display (230). The sub-display (235) may be disposed on the fourth surface (222) of the second housing part (220). The sub display (235) may be referred to as a cover display.

[0054] For example, at least one camera (240) may be configured to acquire an image based on receiving light from a subject outside the foldable electronic device (101). For example, the at least one camera (240) may include first cameras (241), second cameras (242), or third cameras (243). For example, the first cameras (241) may be disposed within the first housing part (210). For example, the first housing part (210) may include at least one opening (241a) that overlaps the first cameras (241) when the foldable electronic device (101) is viewed from above. The first cameras (241) may acquire an image based on receiving light from the outside of the foldable electronic device (101) through the at least one opening (241a).

[0055] For example, the second camera (242) may be positioned within the second housing part (220). The second housing part (220) may include at least one opening (242a) that overlaps the second camera (242) when the foldable electronic device (101) is viewed from above. The second camera (242) may acquire an image based on receiving light from the outside of the foldable electronic device (101) through the at least one opening (242a).

[0056] For example, the third camera (243) may be positioned within the first housing part (210). For example, the first display area (231) of the flexible display (230) may include at least one opening that overlaps the third camera (243) when the flexible display (230) is viewed from above. The third camera (243) may acquire an image based on receiving light from the outside of the flexible display (230) through the at least one opening.

[0057] For example, the second camera (242) and the third camera (243) may be positioned below (e.g., in the -z direction) the flexible display (230). For example, the second camera (242) and / or the third camera (243) may include an under-display camera (UDC) and / or a punch-hole camera.

[0058] For example, the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) may be rotatably coupled. For example, the second housing part (220) may be rotatably coupled to the first housing part (210) via a hinge structure (250) with respect to the first housing part (210).

[0059] For example, the hinge structure (250) can rotatably connect the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220). The hinge structure (250) can be disposed between the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) of the foldable electronic device (101) so that the foldable electronic device (101) can be folded. The hinge structure (250) can enable the foldable electronic device (101) to change from an unfolded state to a folded state. The hinge structure (250) can enable the foldable electronic device (101) to change from a folded state to an unfolded state. The hinge structure (250) can maintain the foldable electronic device (101) in an intermediate state between the unfolded state and the folded state.

[0060] For example, the unfolded state may be referred to as a state in which the first direction toward which the first display area (230a) faces and the second direction toward which the second display area (230b) faces are the same. For example, the folded state may be referred to as a state in which the first direction is opposite to the second direction. When the foldable electronic device (101) is in the folded state, the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) may be covered or overlapped.

[0061] For example, when the foldable electronic device (101) is in a folded state and an intermediate state, the first direction and the second direction may be different from each other. For example, when the foldable electronic device (101) is in a folded state, the first direction and the second direction may be opposite to each other. For example, when the foldable electronic device (101) is in an intermediate state, the first direction may have an inclination (e.g., an angle between 0 and 180 degrees) with respect to the second direction.

[0062] For example, the foldable electronic device (101) may be rotatable about a folding axis (f). The folding axis (f) may be referred to as an imaginary line extending along a direction parallel to the longitudinal direction of the foldable electronic device (101) (e.g., the y-axis) or a direction parallel to the width direction of the foldable electronic device (101) (e.g., the x-axis).

[0063] For example, the foldable electronic device (101) may include at least one conductive portion (214a, 224a) and at least one non-conductive portion (214b, 224b) included within the first side (213) and / or the third side (223). For example, the at least one conductive portion (214a, 224a) may be separated from other conductive portions within the first side (213) and / or the third side (223) by being in contact with the at least one non-conductive portion (214b, 224b). The at least one conductive portion (214a, 224a) may operate as an antenna radiator to be used for communication with an external electronic device.

[0064] Referring to FIG. 2C, the hinge structure (250) may include a hinge cover (251), a first hinge plate (252), a second hinge plate (253), and a hinge module (254). The hinge cover (251) may surround internal components of the hinge structure (250) and form an outer surface of the hinge structure (250). For example, at least a portion of the hinge cover (251) may be exposed to the outside of the foldable electronic device (101) through a space between the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) when the foldable electronic device (101) is in a folded state. According to one embodiment, when the foldable electronic device (101) is in an unfolded state, the hinge cover (251) may be covered by the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) and may not be exposed to the outside of the foldable electronic device (101).

[0065] For example, the first hinge plate (252) and the second hinge plate (253) can be operatively coupled with the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220), respectively, thereby rotatably connecting the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220). For example, the first hinge plate (252) can be operatively coupled with the first frame (215) of the first housing part (210), and the second hinge plate (253) can be operatively coupled with the second frame (227) of the second housing part (220). As the first hinge plate (252) and the second hinge plate (253) are operatively coupled to the first frame (215) and the second frame (227), respectively, the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) can be rotated according to the rotation of the first hinge plate (252) and the second hinge plate (253).

[0066] The hinge module (254) can rotate the first hinge plate (252) and the second hinge plate (253). For example, the hinge module (254) can rotate the first hinge plate (252) and the second hinge plate (253) about the folding axis (f) by including gears that are interlocked with each other and can rotate.

[0067] For example, the first housing part (210) may include a first frame (215) and a rear cover (216). The first frame (215) may be disposed inside the first housing part (210) and may support at least one component disposed inside the first housing part (210). The rear cover (216) may at least partially form the second surface (222) of the first housing part (210). For example, the second housing part (220) may include a second frame (227). The second frame (227) may be disposed inside the second housing part (220) and may support at least one component disposed inside the second housing part (220). For example, the sub-display (235) may be disposed below (e.g., in the -z direction) the second frame (227).

[0068] An exemplary foldable electronic device (101) may include a plurality of electronic components for implementing various functions, in addition to at least one camera (240) described above. For example, the foldable electronic device (101) may include a first printed circuit board (261), a second printed circuit board (262), a connection structure (e.g., a flexible printed circuit board) (263), and / or a battery (189). The electronic components described above are merely exemplary and are not limited thereto.

[0069] For example, the first printed circuit board (261) and the second printed circuit board (262) may each provide electrical connections between components within the foldable electronic device (101). For example, the first printed circuit board (261) may be disposed within the first housing part (210), and the second printed circuit board (262) may be disposed within the second housing part (220). The first printed circuit board (261) may provide electrical connections between electronic components disposed within the first housing part (210). The second printed circuit board (262) may provide electrical connections between electronic components disposed within the second housing part (220). The connection structure (263) may electrically connect the first printed circuit board (261) and the second printed circuit board (262). For example, the connection structure (263) may extend from the first printed circuit board (261) across the hinge structure (250) to the second printed circuit board (262). For example, the connection structure (263) may at least partially overlap the hinge structure (250).

[0070] For example, the battery (189) may be a device for supplying power to at least one component of the foldable electronic device (101), and may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery and / or a rechargeable secondary battery.

[0071] For example, the foldable electronic device (101) may include a plurality of antennas (ANT1, ANT2, ANT3, ANT4) to be used for communication with an external electronic device. For example, the foldable electronic device (101) may include a main antenna (ANT1), a sub antenna (ANT2), an ultra-wide band (UWB) antenna (ANT3), and / or an antenna for short-range wireless communication (ANT4). However, the present disclosure is not limited thereto.

[0072] Hereinafter, one or more components to be described in more detail with reference to the drawings may be implemented together with the components of the foldable electronic device (101) described with reference to FIGS. 2A, 2B, and 2C. The same reference numerals are assigned to the same components as those described above, and any overlapping descriptions may not be repeated.

[0073] In this disclosure, relative terms such as "above" and "under" may be used to describe relative positions between components. For example, if the foldable electronic device (101) illustrated in the drawing is flipped over, "above" and "under" may be interchanged.

[0074] FIG. 3A illustrates an exemplary display device according to various embodiments. FIG. 3B is an exploded perspective view of an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments.

[0075] Referring to FIG. 3A, a display device (300) (e.g., the display module (160) of FIG. 1) may include a flexible display (310) (e.g., the flexible display (230) of FIG. 2A) and a display driver integrated circuit (DDI) for driving the flexible display (310). For example, the flexible display (310) may have a structure for electrically connecting to the display driver circuit (340) and a printed circuit board (262). For example, the flexible display (310) may include a first display portion (311), a second display portion (312), and a third display portion (313). The first display portion (311), the second display portion (312), and the third display portion (313) may be referred to as respective portions of a panel forming the flexible display (310).

[0076] For example, the first display portion (311) may include an active area for providing visual information. For example, the active area may include a plurality of pixels for displaying visual information. For example, the pixels may be referred to as the smallest unit forming an image when visually displaying an image. The first display portion (311) may output an image and / or text using a plurality of pixels within the active area. Since the first display portion (311) includes an active area for providing visual information, it may be referred to as a display portion or a display area.

[0077] For example, the second display portion (312) may be opposite to the first display portion (311). For example, the second display portion (312) may be positioned below (e.g., in the -z direction) the first display portion (311). For example, the second display portion (312) may be spaced apart from the first display portion (311). For example, the second display portion (312) positioned below the first display portion (311) may be electrically connected to the display driving circuit (340) and the printed circuit board (262). For example, the display driving circuit (340) may be positioned on the back surface (e.g., the surface facing the -z direction) of the second display portion (312). Since the display driving circuit (340) is positioned on the second display portion (312), the display device (300) may be referred to as a COP (chip on plastic) structure. For example, the printed circuit board (262) may be electrically connected to the second display portion (312), thereby electrically connecting the printed circuit board (262) and the display driving circuit (340). For example, the printed circuit board (262) may be a component included in the foldable electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 3B and described in more detail below.

[0078] The display driving circuit (340) may be configured to provide visual information through the flexible display (310) based on receiving a control signal and / or data from at least one processor (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1). For example, the at least one processor may be disposed on the printed circuit board (262). Since the display driving circuit (340) is electrically connected to the printed circuit board (262) through the second display portion (312), the at least one processor may provide the control signal and / or data to the display driving circuit (340) through the printed circuit board (262) and the second display portion (312). For example, the display driving circuit (340) may control the operation of a plurality of pixels based on receiving the control signal and / or data from the processor. The display driving circuit (340) may include a Gate IC that controls on / off of sub-pixels included in a plurality of pixels and a Source IC that controls visual information expressed by the sub-pixels.

[0079] For example, the third display portion (313) can connect the first display portion (311) and the second display portion (312), which are spaced apart from each other. For example, the third display portion (313) can extend from the first display portion (311) to the second display portion (312). For example, the third display portion (313) can be bent to have a curvature with respect to the first display portion (311) and the second display portion (312). For example, the third display portion (313) can be flexible.

[0080] For example, in order to control a plurality of pixels within an active area, an electrical connection between the display driving circuit (340) and the first display portion (311) may be required. The electrical connection between the display driving circuit (340) and the first display portion (311) may be provided by the second display portion (312) and the third display portion (313). The display driving circuit (340) may be electrically connected to the second display portion (312) by being disposed on the second display portion (312). The second display portion (312) may be electrically connected to the first display portion (311) via the third display portion (313). By the above structure, an electrical connection between the display driving circuit (340) and the first display portion (311) may be established. For example, the first display portion (311) may be referred to as a panel portion, and the second display portion (312) and the third display portion (313) may be referred to as panel extension portions. For example, the display device (300) may include a plurality of layers. The plurality of layers arranged within the display device (300) will be described in more detail with reference to FIGS. 7A and 7B.

[0081] Referring to FIG. 3B, an exemplary foldable electronic device (101) may include a housing (201) forming an exterior of the foldable electronic device (101). The housing (201) may include a housing (201) having a rotatable structure. For example, the housing (201) may include a first housing part (210) and a second housing part (220) rotatable with respect to the first housing part (210). The first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) may be rotatable with respect to a folding axis (f). For example, the foldable electronic device (101) may include a first frame (215) for supporting components associated with the first housing part (210) and a second frame (227) for supporting components associated with the second housing part (220). At least a portion of the first frame (215) may be wrapped by a first side bezel structure (271), and at least a portion of the second frame (227) may be wrapped by a second side bezel structure (272). The display device (300) illustrated in FIG. 3A may be included in a foldable electronic device (101).

[0082] The exemplary foldable electronic device (101) may include protective members (273, 274) for protecting the edges of the flexible display (310). For example, the protective members (273, 274) may form a part of the housing (201). For example, the first display portion (311) may be at least partially supported by the first frame (215) and the second frame (227). Although not shown, the exemplary foldable electronic device (101) may include adhesive members (e.g., double-sided tape) for attaching the flexible display (310) to the first frame (215) and the second frame (227). For example, the edge of the flexible display (310) may be exposed to the outside of the foldable electronic device (101) by being spaced apart from the first side bezel structure (271) and the second side bezel structure (272). The protective members (273, 274) may at least partially cover the exposed edge of the flexible display (310). For example, the first protective member (273) may cover the edge of the first display portion (311) forming at least a portion of the front surface of the first housing part (210). For example, the second protective member (274) may cover the edge of the second display portion (312) forming at least a portion of the front surface of the second housing part (220). The edge of the flexible display (310) may not be exposed to the outside of the foldable electronic device (101) by being at least partially covered by the protective members (273, 274). The protective members (273, 274) can reduce damage to the flexible display (310).

[0083] For example, the third display portion (313) may be positioned above the second frame (227) (e.g., in the +z direction). The third display portion (313) may protrude toward the second side bezel structure (272) because it extends from the first display portion (311) to the second display portion (312) positioned below the first display portion (311). The second protective member (274) may be positioned above the third display portion (313) to cover the third display portion (313). For example, the size of the second display portion (312) may be smaller than the size of the first display portion (311). The first display portion (311) may at least partially form the front surface of the first housing portion (210) and the front surface of the second housing portion (220). The second display part (312) can be located inside the second housing part (220).

[0084] For example, since the folding axis (f) may be positioned between the first protective member (273) and the second protective member (274), the first protective member (273) and the second protective member (274) may be spaced apart from each other with the folding axis (f) therebetween. The exemplary foldable electronic device (101) may include a cap (275) for covering the gap between the first protective member (273) and the second protective member (274).

[0085] FIG. 4 is a drawing illustrating a portion of a housing of an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments.

[0086] Referring to FIG. 4, an exemplary foldable electronic device (101) may include a housing (201), a hinge structure (250), and magnets (M1, M2).

[0087] For example, the foldable electronic device (101) may include a first frame (215) and a second frame (227) disposed inside the housing (201). For example, the first frame (215) may support a portion of a flexible display (e.g., the flexible display (310) of FIG. 3B). For example, the portion of the flexible display (310) supported by the first frame (215) may be a portion of the flexible display (310) that forms at least a portion of the front surface (e.g., the surface in the +z direction) of the first housing part (210). For example, the second frame (227) may support another portion of the flexible display (310). For example, the other part of the flexible display (310) supported by the first frame (215) may be a part of the flexible display (310) that forms at least a part of the front surface of the second housing part (220).

[0088] For example, the hinge structure (250) can rotatably connect the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220). For example, the hinge structure (250) can include a first hinge plate operatively coupled with the first frame (215) and a second hinge plate operatively coupled with the second frame (227). For example, rotation of the second hinge plate with respect to the first hinge plate can cause rotation of the second frame (227) with respect to the first frame (215). Rotation of the second frame (227) with respect to the first frame (215) can cause rotation of the second housing part (220) with respect to the first housing part (210). For example, the foldable electronic device (101) can be in a folded state, an unfolded state, and a plurality of intermediate states. The hinge structure (250) can provide the above states of the foldable electronic device (101).

[0089] An exemplary foldable electronic device (101) may include a first waterproof structure (410) and a second waterproof structure (420). For example, the first waterproof structure (410) may form a first waterproof space (S1) between the portion of the flexible display (310) and the first frame (215). For example, the first waterproof structure (410) may be formed by a first waterproof tape (411). For example, the first waterproof tape (411) may attach the portion of the flexible display (310) onto the first frame (215).

[0090] As illustrated in FIG. 4, the first waterproof tape (411) may have a closed loop shape, thereby forming a first waterproof space (S1). For example, the first waterproof tape (411) may be spaced apart from the first magnet (M1). The first waterproof tape (411) forming the first waterproof space (S1) may reduce the inflow of moisture into the first waterproof space (S1). For example, electronic components and / or electronic circuits placed within the first waterproof space (S1) wrapped by the first waterproof tape (411) may be protected from moisture and / or foreign substances.

[0091] For example, the second waterproof structure (420) can form a second waterproof space (S2) between the other part of the flexible display (310) and the second frame (227). For example, the second waterproof structure (420) can be formed by a second waterproof tape (421), a third waterproof tape (422), and a resin portion (423). For example, the second waterproof tape (421) can be disposed between the second display portion (312) and the second frame (227), thereby attaching the second display portion (312) onto the second frame (227). For example, the second waterproof tape (421) can be attached to each of the second frame (227) and the second display portion (312) located inside the second housing part (220). For example, the second waterproof tape (421) may extend along the extension direction (e.g., y-axis) of the folding axis (f). For example, the third waterproof tape (422) may attach the first display portion (311) to the second frame (227). For example, the third waterproof tape (422) may be disposed on the outside of the second display portion (312) on the second frame (227). The gap between the second waterproof tape (421) and the third waterproof tape (422) may be stepped due to the second display portion (312). The gap caused by the step between the second waterproof tape (421) and the third waterproof tape (422) may be filled by the resin portion (423). By filling the gap with the resin portion (423), the second waterproof tape (421), the third waterproof tape (422), and the resin portion (423) can form a closed loop. By the closed loop, a second waterproof space (S2) can be formed. As the second waterproof space (S2) is formed, the inflow of moisture into the second waterproof space (S2) can be reduced.For example, electronic components and / or electronic circuits placed within the first waterproof space (S1) wrapped by the second waterproof tape (421), the third waterproof tape (422), and the resin portion (423) can be protected from moisture and / or foreign substances.

[0092] An exemplary foldable electronic device (101) may include magnets (M1, M2) for maintaining a folded state of the foldable electronic device (101). For example, the foldable electronic device (101) may include a first magnet (M1) and a second magnet (M2). For example, the first magnet (M1) may be disposed below the flexible display (310) (e.g., in the -z direction). For example, the first magnet (M1) may be disposed inside the first frame (215). For example, the second magnet (M2) may be disposed below the flexible display (310). For example, the second magnet (M2) may be disposed inside the second frame (227). The second magnet (M2) may be paired with the first magnet (M1) to maintain the folded state of the foldable electronic device (101). For example, in the folded state of the foldable electronic device (101), the folded state may be maintained by the attractive force between the first magnet (M1) and the second magnet (M2). By an external force greater than the attractive force, the foldable electronic device (101) may be changed from the folded state to the unfolded state. For example, the first magnet (M1) may be arranged adjacent to the edge of the first frame (215), and the second magnet (M2) may be arranged adjacent to the edge of the second frame (227).

[0093] FIG. 5 is a drawing illustrating the back of an exemplary flexible display with the second display portion omitted according to various embodiments.

[0094] For convenience of explanation, a third display portion (e.g., the third display portion (313) of FIG. 3A) connected to one side of the first display portion (311) and a second display portion (e.g., the second display portion (312) of FIG. 3A) connected to the third display portion (313) are omitted in FIG. 5.

[0095] For example, a plurality of layers may be interposed between the first display portion (311) and the second display portion (312). For example, the plurality of layers may include a first layer (320) and a second layer (330). For example, the first layer (320) may include an electromagnetic induction panel (e.g., an electromagnetic induction panel (321) of FIG. 6B) and / or a conductive sheet (e.g., a conductive sheet (322) of FIG. 7A). For example, the first layer (320) may be disposed below the first display portion (311) (e.g., in the -z direction). For example, the second layer (330) may be disposed below the first layer (320). The laminated structure and components of the first layer (320) and the second layer (330) will be described later.

[0096] Referring to FIG. 5, the second layer (330) may include a shielding member (331) and a waterproofing member (332). For example, the shielding member (331) may reduce interference between a second magnet (e.g., the second magnet (M2) of FIG. 4) and an electromagnetic induction panel (321) (e.g., see FIG. 6a). For example, the shielding member (331) may be positioned between the second magnet (M2) and a portion of the electromagnetic induction panel (321) positioned above the second magnet (M2). For example, the size of the electromagnetic induction panel (321) may correspond to the size of the second magnet (M2).

[0097] For example, the waterproofing member (332) can surround the shielding member (331) within the second layer (330). For example, the waterproofing member (332) can reduce moisture inflow through the gap by filling the gap between the first display portion (311) and the second display portion (312). For example, the waterproofing member (332) can include an adhesive and / or a flexible material (e.g., butyl rubber, foam, polyethylene, and / or polyurethane).

[0098] For example, the shielding member (331) and the waterproofing member (332) disposed within the same layer (e.g., the second layer (330)) may be disposed substantially on the same plane. For example, the shielding member (331) may be disposed within the second layer (330) on substantially the same plane as the waterproofing member (332). The shielding member (331) being disposed substantially on the same plane as the waterproofing member (332) may be referred to as meaning that the shielding member (331) and the waterproofing member (332) do not overlap, and that the shielding member (331) is disposed parallel to the waterproofing member (332). As illustrated in FIG. 5, the waterproofing member (332) may be disposed to avoid the shielding member (331). Since the waterproof member (332) and the shielding member (331) are not overlapped but are arranged in parallel on the same layer, the thickness of the flexible display (310) can be reduced.

[0099] FIG. 6A is a cross-sectional view taken along line A-A' of FIG. 2A of an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments. FIG. 6B is an enlarged cross-sectional view of a portion of a display device according to various embodiments.

[0100] Referring to FIG. 6A, the second protective member (274) can protect the flexible display (310) by covering a portion of the flexible display (310). The third display portion (313) can be covered by the second protective member (274). For example, a plurality of layers can be arranged between the first display portion (311) and the second display portion (312). For example, the plurality of layers can include a first layer (320) and a second layer (330). For example, the first layer (320) can include an electromagnetic induction panel (321). For example, the second layer (330) can include a shielding member (331) and a waterproof member (332).

[0101] For example, the electromagnetic induction panel (321) may be configured to receive input from an external electronic device. For example, the external electronic device may include an electronic pen and / or a stylus pen configured to provide input through the electromagnetic induction panel (321). The electromagnetic induction panel (321) may be configured to receive a hovering input or a touch input on the flexible display (310). For example, the electromagnetic induction panel (321) may be referred to as an electromagnetic resonance (EMR) panel and / or a digitizer.

[0102] For example, the electromagnetic induction panel (321) may be configured to transmit an electromagnetic signal to an external electronic device or receive an electromagnetic signal from an external electronic device. For example, at least one processor (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1) may transmit a first electromagnetic signal to the external electronic device through the electromagnetic induction panel (321). The first electromagnetic signal received by the external electronic device may cause electromagnetic resonance within the external electronic device. For example, the first electromagnetic signal may cause electromagnetic induction of a coil within the external electronic device. A second electromagnetic signal generated by the electromagnetic resonance within the external electronic device may be transmitted to the electromagnetic induction panel (321). For example, the external electronic device may generate the second electromagnetic signal based on a current within the coil generated by electromagnetic induction and transmit the generated second electromagnetic signal to the electromagnetic induction panel (321). By the current generated by the electromagnetic induction, the external electronic device can generate a second electromagnetic signal without a separate power supply. The second electromagnetic signal received by the electromagnetic induction panel (321) can cause electromagnetic resonance within the electromagnetic induction panel (321). At least one processor can identify an input from the external electronic device based on the third electromagnetic signal generated by the electromagnetic resonance within the electromagnetic induction panel (321). However, the present disclosure is not limited thereto.

[0103] For example, the shielding member (331) may be positioned between a second magnet (M2) positioned below the flexible display (310) (e.g., in the -z direction) and a portion of the electromagnetic induction panel (321) positioned above the second magnet (M2) (e.g., in the +z direction). The portion of the electromagnetic induction panel (321) positioned above the second magnet (M2) may be referred to as a portion that overlaps the second magnet (M2) within the electromagnetic induction panel (321).

[0104] For example, the above-mentioned part of the electromagnetic induction panel (321) may be positioned above the second magnet (M2) arranged in the second frame (227). The shielding member (331) may reduce the influence of the magnetic field formed by the second magnet (M2) on the electromagnetic induction panel (321). For example, the magnetic field formed by the second magnet (M2) may interfere with the electromagnetic induction panel (321). For example, the magnetic field formed by the second magnet (M2) may affect electromagnetic resonance caused in the electromagnetic induction panel (321) by an external electronic device, thereby causing a malfunction of the electromagnetic induction panel (321). A shielding member (331) may be placed between the second magnet (M2) and a portion of the electromagnetic induction panel (321) positioned above the second magnet (M2) to reduce the influence of the magnetic field formed by the second magnet (M2) on the electromagnetic induction panel (321). To reduce the influence, the size of the shielding member (331) may correspond to the size of the portion of the electromagnetic induction panel (321) or may be larger than that. For example, the shielding member (331) may include an amorphous ribbon sheet (ARS). The shielding member (331) may include a shielding sheet.

[0105] Since the second display portion (312) is spaced apart from the first display portion (311), a gap may be formed between the first display portion (311) and the second display portion (312). If the gap is an empty space, moisture and / or foreign substances may enter through the gap. For example, if moisture enters through the gap, damage to the flexible display (310) may be caused by the moisture. For example, the waterproof member (332) may reduce the inflow of moisture through the gap by filling the gap between the first display portion (311) and the second display portion (312). For example, the waterproof member (332) may include a spacer that fills the empty space by occupying the empty space. For example, the waterproof member (332) may be flexible so as to be able to fill the gap.

[0106] For example, the waterproof member (332) may be arranged parallel to the shielding member (331). For example, the waterproof member (332) and the shielding member (331) may be arranged in different layers without overlapping each other, but may be arranged in the same layer (e.g., the second layer (330)). For example, the waterproof member (332) and the shielding member (331) may be arranged on substantially the same plane. For example, when the shielding member (331) is arranged on the waterproof member (332), the distance between the first display portion (311) and the second display portion (312) increases, and thus the thickness of the flexible display (310) may increase. As the thickness increases, the curvature of the third display portion (313) connecting the first display portion (311) and the second display portion (312) may increase, and the thickness of the second frame (227) may increase for mounting space of electronic components (e.g., speakers and / or batteries) overlapping the second display portion (312). The exemplary foldable electronic device (101) may include a waterproof member (332) and a shielding member (331) arranged parallel to each other within the same layer (e.g., the second layer (330)), thereby reducing the distance between the first display portion (311) and the second display portion (312). By reducing the distance, the thickness of the flexible display (310) and the thickness of the second frame (227) may become thinner, and the curvature of the third display portion (313) may be reduced.

[0107] Referring to FIG. 6B, the first layer (320) may include an electromagnetic induction panel (321) disposed below (e.g., in the -z direction) the first display portion (311). For example, the second layer (330) may be in contact with the second display portion (312) (e.g., the second polymer film (3112)) between the first layer (320) and the second display portion (312). The second layer (330) may be interposed between the first layer (320) and the second display portion (312).

[0108] For example, the second layer (330) may include a first side (330a) and a second side (330b). For example, the first side (330a) may be a side of the second layer (330) that faces the first display portion (311). For example, the first side (330a) may face in the +z direction. The second side (330b) may be opposite to the first side (330a). For example, the second side (330b) may be a side of the second layer (330) that faces the second display portion (312). For example, the second side (330b) may face in the -z direction. Referring to FIG. 6b, the first side (330a) can be in contact with the first layer (320), and the second side (330b) can be in contact with the second display portion (312).

[0109] For example, the first display portion (311) and the second display portion (312) may include at least one polymer film (3111, 3112), which is a base substrate. For example, the first display portion (311) may include a first polymer film (3111), and the second display portion (312) may include a second polymer film (3112). The at least one polymer film (3111, 3112) may have high heat resistance, transparency, and electrical properties, thereby protecting the flexible display (310) and improving the electrical properties of the flexible display (310). For example, the at least one polymer film (3111, 3112) may include a PI (polyimide) film. However, the present disclosure is not limited thereto.

[0110] For example, the second polymer film (3112) may be in contact with the second layer (330). For example, the second layer (330) may further include an adhesive member (333) that attaches the shielding member (331) onto the polymer film (3112). For example, the adhesive member (333) may include, but is not limited to, an optically clear adhesive (OCA). The adhesive member (333) may include an adhesive sheet. The adhesive member (333) may attach the shielding member (331) onto the second polymer film (3112). For example, if the shielding member (331) is interposed between the first layer (320) and the second polymer without the adhesive member (333), the shielding member (331) may not be fixed. Due to the unfixed shielding member (331), wrinkles and damage may occur in the flexible display (310). The adhesive member (333) can reduce the wrinkles and damage by fixing the shielding member (331) by attaching the shielding member (331) onto the second polymer film (3112).

[0111] For example, the second layer (330) may further include a support member (334) interposed between the first layer (320) and the waterproof member (332). For example, the support member (334) may include a conductive material (e.g., copper) and / or a non-conductive material (e.g., polyethylene terephthalate (PET)). However, the present disclosure is not limited thereto. The support member (334) may form the thickness of the second layer (330) by filling the space between the waterproof member (332) and the first layer (320). The support member (334) may compensate for the difference in thickness between the shielding member (331) and the adhesive member (333) and the waterproof member (332). For example, the thicknesses of the shielding member (331) and the adhesive member (333) may correspond to the thicknesses of the waterproof member (332) and the support member (334). For example, the thickness of the shielding member (331) may be about 80 um to 100 um, and the thickness of the adhesive member (333) may be about 20 um to about 30 um. For example, the thickness of the waterproofing member (332) may be about 80 um to 100 um, and the thickness of the support member (334) may be about 20 um to about 30 um. The thicknesses of the shielding member (331) and the adhesive member (333) correspond to the thicknesses of the waterproofing member (332) and the support member (334), so that the overall thickness of the second layer (330) may be substantially constant. For example, the thickness of the second layer (330) may be about 100 um to about 130 um. If a shielding member (331) and a waterproofing member (332) having the same thickness as the aforementioned thickness are overlapped, the thickness of the second layer (330) may be about 160 um to about 200 um. Since the shielding member (331) and the waterproofing member (332) are arranged in parallel within the second layer (330), the thickness of the second layer (330) may be relatively thin. The aforementioned thickness values ​​are merely exemplary, and the present disclosure is not limited thereto.

[0112] Referring to FIGS. 6A and 6B , various components may be positioned within the display device (300). For example, a barrier member (e.g., the barrier member (350) of FIG. 6B ) and / or a polymer member (e.g., the polymer member (360) of FIG. 6B ) may be positioned between the first polymer film (3111) and the first layer (320). For example, the barrier member (350) may reduce wrinkling of the first display portion (311) that may be caused by a spaced-off area between the shielding member (331) and the waterproofing member (332). For example, the polymer member (360) may include a polymer having rigidity (e.g., carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP). The polymer member (360) may support the first display part (311). For example, a protective tape (370) for discharging static electricity may be placed under (e.g., in the -z direction) the second display part (312). For example, a bending protection layer (BPL) (313a) for protecting the bent third display part (313) may be placed on the outer surface of the third display part (313). For example, a protective sheet (e.g., the protective sheet (391) of FIG. 6a) for protecting the active area may be placed on (e.g., in the +z direction) the first display part (311). For example, a polarizing layer (e.g., a polarizing layer) for reducing the amount of light reflected within the active area may be placed on (e.g., in the +z direction) the first display part (311). A polarizing layer (392) of 6a may be placed. In addition, various components may be placed within the display device (300).

[0113] FIG. 7A is a cross-sectional view illustrating an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments, taken along line B-B' of FIG. 2A. FIG. 7B is a cross-sectional view schematically illustrating an exemplary foldable electronic device according to various embodiments, taken along line C-C' of FIG. 2A.

[0114] Referring to FIGS. 7A and 7B, the third display portion (313) may be positioned inside the second housing portion (220) among the first housing portion (210) and the second housing portion (220). For example, the third display portion (313) may be extended from one end (311a) of the first display portion (311) included in the second housing portion (220) to one end (312a) of the second display portion (312) within the second housing portion (220) by being at least partially bent. For example, the second display portion (312) may be extended from one end (312a) of the second display portion (312) to a point within the second housing portion (220). For example, the second display portion (312) may not be positioned within the first housing portion (210).

[0115] For example, the display device (300) may include a plurality of layers. For example, the plurality of layers may be interposed between the first display portion (311) and the second display portion (312). For example, the plurality of layers may include, but are not limited to, the first layer (320) and the second layer (330) described above. For example, the plurality of layers may further include a support plate (710) disposed below (e.g., in the -z direction) the first display portion (311), a step compensation film (720) disposed below the grid portion (710a) of the support plate (710), and / or adhesive members (730) interposed between the first display portion (311) and the support plate (710) and / or between the first layer (320) and the support plate. For example, the adhesive members (730) may include a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA).

[0116] For example, the support plate (710) may be disposed under the first polymer film (3111) of the first display portion (311) to support the first display portion (311). The support plate (710) may include a lattice portion (710a) for a folded state of the foldable electronic device (101). The lattice portion (710a) may include a lattice structure formed by a plurality of openings and / or a plurality of recesses. For example, when the foldable electronic device (101) is in a folded state, the support plate (710) may be bent by the lattice portion (710a).

[0117] For example, a step compensation film (720) may be positioned within the gap to compensate for the gap formed for the folded state. For example, as illustrated in FIGS. 7A and 7B , the step compensation film (720) may be positioned within the gap between the adhesive members (730), but is not limited thereto. The step compensation film (720) may be flexible. In addition, the plurality of layers may include various components.

[0118] Referring to FIG. 7a, a shielding member (e.g., a shielding member (331) of FIG. 7b) may be omitted within a position spaced apart from the first magnet (e.g., a first magnet (M1) of FIG. 7b) and the second magnet (e.g., a second magnet (M2) of FIG. 7b). Since the shielding member (331) is a component for reducing interference between the first magnet (M1) and the second magnet (M2) and the electromagnetic induction panel (321), it may be omitted within a position spaced apart from the first magnet (M1) and the second magnet (M2). For example, the first layer (320) may further include a conductive sheet (322). The conductive sheet (322) may be attached to the electromagnetic induction panel (321) below the electromagnetic induction panel (321). For example, the conductive sheet (322) can reduce electromagnetic waves transmitted from the inside of the foldable electronic device (101) to the electromagnetic induction panel (321) and / or electromagnetic waves transmitted from an external electronic device (e.g., an electronic pen and / or a stylus pen) to the inside of the foldable electronic device (101). For example, the conductive sheet (322) can include magnetic metal powder (MMP). For example, the magnetic metal powder can include, but is not limited to, iron, aluminum, nickel, and / or silicon. For example, a second layer (330) disposed under the first layer (320) can be in contact with the conductive sheet (322). For example, since the electromagnetic induction panel (321) is rigid, it can include a first electromagnetic induction panel (321a) and a second electromagnetic induction panel (321b) that are separated for a folded state of the foldable electronic device (101). For example, the first electromagnetic induction panel (321a) may be placed within the first housing part (210), and the second electromagnetic induction panel (321b) may be placed within the second housing part (220). The first electromagnetic induction panel (321a) and the second electromagnetic induction panel (321b) may be spaced apart from each other with the folding axis (f) therebetween.

[0119] For example, the first layer (320) may further include a reinforcing member (323). For example, the reinforcing member (323) may be disposed below the electromagnetic induction panel (321). For example, the reinforcing member (323) may be rigid. The rigid reinforcing member (323) may support the first display portion (311). When the conductive sheet (322) is included in the first layer (320), the reinforcing member (323) may be disposed below the conductive sheet (322). Since the reinforcing member (323) is rigid, it may include a separated first reinforcing member (323a) and a second reinforcing member (323b) for a folded state of the foldable electronic device (101). For example, the first reinforcing member (323a) may be placed within the first housing part (210), and the second reinforcing member (323b) may be placed within the second housing part (220). The first reinforcing member (323a) and the second reinforcing member (323b) may be spaced apart from each other with the folding axis (f) therebetween. For example, the reinforcing member (323) may be omitted.

[0120] For example, the foldable electronic device (101) may include waterproof structures that provide waterproof spaces. For example, the foldable electronic device (101) may include a first waterproof tape (411) forming a first waterproof structure (410). For example, the foldable electronic device (101) may include a second waterproof tape (421), a third waterproof tape (422), and a resin portion (e.g., the resin portion (423) of FIG. 4) forming a second waterproof structure (420). The waterproof structures may reduce the ingress of moisture and / or foreign substances between the display device (300) and the first frame (215) and between the display device (300) and the second frame (227). For example, the first waterproof tape (411) having a closed-loop shape may be attached to the first layer (320) and the first frame (215). For example, the second waterproof tape (421) may be attached to the second display portion (312) and the second frame (227). For example, the third waterproof tape (422) may be attached to the first layer (320) and the second frame (227). For example, a cushion (740) may be placed in the first waterproof space (S1) and the second waterproof space (S2). The cushion (740) may reduce damage to the display device (300) by absorbing external impact. The above-described waterproof tapes (e.g., the first waterproof tape (411), the second waterproof tape (421), and the third waterproof tape (422)) may be distinguished from the waterproof member (e.g., the waterproof member (332) of FIG. 7B) in the second layer (330) because they attach the display device (300) to the first frame (215) and / or the second frame (227).

[0121] Referring to FIG. 7b, the second layer (330) may include a shielding member (331) within a position overlapping the first magnet (M1) and the second magnet (M2). For example, the second layer (330) may be positioned between the first layer (320) and the second display portion (312). For example, the second layer (330) may be in contact with the first layer (320) and the second display portion (312).

[0122] For example, the shielding member (331) may be placed above the second magnet (M2) (e.g., in the +z direction). For example, when the display device (300) is viewed from above (e.g., in the -z direction), the second magnet (M2) may overlap the shielding member (331). The size of the shielding member (331) may correspond to the size of the second magnet (M2) or may be larger than the size of the second magnet (M2). The shielding member (331) may reduce the influence of the magnetic field formed by the second magnet (M2) on a portion of the electromagnetic induction panel (321) positioned above the second magnet (M2). For example, the portion of the electromagnetic induction panel (321) positioned above the second magnet (M2) may be a portion of the second electromagnetic induction panel (321b) that overlaps the second magnet (M2). For example, when a conductive sheet (322) is included in the first layer (320), the electromagnetic induction panel (321) may have a double shielding structure by the conductive sheet (322) and the shielding member (331). For example, the conductive sheet (322) and the shielding member (331) may improve electromagnetic interference (EMI).

[0123] For example, since the second display portion (312) is not included within the first housing part (210), another shielding member (750) may be placed over the first magnet (M1). The other shielding member (750) may be substantially identical to the shielding member (331). The other shielding member (750) may reduce interference between the first magnet (M1) and the first electromagnetic induction panel (321a).

[0124] Referring to FIG. 7B, since the shielding member (331) and the waterproofing member (332) are arranged parallel within the second layer (330), the thickness of the second layer (330) can be relatively thinned. For example, when the shielding member (331) and the waterproofing member (332) are arranged to overlap, the thickness of the second layer (330) can be determined by the thicknesses of the shielding member (331) and the waterproofing member (332). For example, when the shielding member (331) is arranged on the waterproofing member (332), the thickness of the second layer (330) can become relatively thick. Due to the increase in the thickness of the second layer (330), the distance between the first display portion (311) and the second display portion (312) can be increased. As the thickness increases, the curvature of the third display portion (313) may increase, and the thickness of the second frame (227) may increase. The exemplary foldable electronic device (101) may include a waterproof member (332) and a shielding member (331) that are arranged parallel to each other within the same layer (e.g., the second layer (330)), thereby reducing the curvature of the third display portion (313), and reducing the thickness of the display device (300) and the foldable electronic device (101). For example, when the shielding member (331) is arranged parallel to the waterproof member (332), the shielding member (331) may have a relatively thicker thickness compared to when the shielding member (331) overlaps the waterproof member (332). As the thickness of the shielding member (331) becomes relatively thicker, the effect of reducing interference between the second magnet (M2) and the above-mentioned portion of the electromagnetic induction panel (321) can be improved.

[0125] FIG. 8A is an enlarged view of portion X of FIG. 5. FIG. 8B is a cross-sectional view illustrating a cross-section taken along line D-D' of the foldable electronic device of FIG. 8A according to various embodiments.

[0126] Referring to FIG. 8A, the second display portion (312) may extend from the third display portion (313) to a point within the second housing part (220). For example, the second display portion (312) may not extend beyond the hinge structure (e.g., the hinge structure (250) of FIG. 2C) to the first housing part (210), but may be positioned only within the second housing part (220). Due to the thickness of the second display portion (312), a step may be formed between the front surface of the second frame (227) and the second display portion (312).

[0127] For example, the second waterproof structure (420) may form a second waterproof space (S2). For example, the second waterproof structure (420) may include a second waterproof tape (421), a third waterproof tape (422), and a resin portion (423). The second waterproof tape (421) and the third waterproof tape (422) may not be connected to each other but may be spaced apart from each other by the step. If the second waterproof tape (421) and the third waterproof tape (422) are connected, a wrinkle may be formed by the step. A gap may be formed between the front surface of the second frame (227) and the second waterproof structure (420) by the wrinkle. Moisture and / or foreign substances may enter the second waterproof space (S2) through the gap, which may cause damage to the flexible display (310).

[0128] For example, the second waterproof structure (420) may include a resin portion (423) for filling a gap between the second waterproof tape (421) and the third waterproof tape (422). For example, the waterproof member (332) may include a portion protruding outside the second display portion (312). For example, the waterproof member (332) may include a first portion (332a) that comes into contact with the second display portion (312) and a second portion (332b) that protrudes from the second display portion (312). Referring to FIG. 8B, the resin portion (423) may be formed between the second waterproof tape (421) and the third waterproof tape (422). For example, the resin portion (423) may be referred to as a sealing member for filling the gap and reducing leakage of the second waterproof space (S2). For example, the resin portion (423) can cover the second portion (332b) protruding from the second display portion (312). The second portion (332b) protruding from the second display portion (312) can reduce the inflow of a material before curing into the flexible display (310) during the process of forming the resin portion (423). For example, the resin portion (423) can include a cured-in place gasket (CIPG) including butyl rubber, ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM), and / or polyurethane. The second waterproof structure (420) can have a closed-loop shape formed by the second waterproof tape (421), the third waterproof tape (422), and the resin portion (423). By forming a second waterproof space (S2) by a second waterproof structure (420) having a closed loop shape, damage to the flexible display (310) can be reduced.

[0129] FIG. 9 is an enlarged view of a portion of a display device according to various embodiments.

[0130] Referring to FIG. 9, the second layer (330) may include a waterproof member (332). For example, the waterproof member (332) may be disposed on the second polymer film (3112).

[0131] For example, the shielding member (331) may be positioned between the second magnet (M2) and the portion of the second display portion (312) positioned above the second magnet (M2) (e.g., in the +z direction). Compared to the structure illustrated in FIG. 6b, the structure illustrated in FIG. 9 may have the shielding member (331) positioned outside the second display portion (312).

[0132] For example, the thickness of the second layer (330) can be reduced by the shielding member (331) being disposed between the second display portion (312) and the second magnet (M2) rather than within the second layer (330). For example, the thickness of the waterproof member (332) can be about 80 um to about 100 um. For example, the thickness of the adhesive member (333) for attaching the waterproof member (332) to the first layer (320) (e.g., the electromagnetic induction panel (321)) can be about 20 um to about 30 um. For example, the thickness of the support member (334) interposed between the first layer (320) and the waterproof member (332) can be about 20 um to about 30 um. The thickness of the second layer (330) can be about 100 um to 130 um. Since the thickness of the second layer (330) illustrated in FIG. 6b is about 107 μm, the thickness of the second layer (330) can be made relatively thinner by placing the shielding member (331) outside the second display portion (312). As the thickness of the second layer (330) becomes relatively thinner, the curvature of the third display portion (313) can be reduced, and the thickness of the display device (300) and the foldable electronic device (101) can be reduced. The shielding member (331) can be fixed by being attached to the second display portion (312) under the second display portion (312). The shielding member (331) may not be attached to the second frame (227), but is not limited thereto.

[0133] According to an exemplary embodiment, a foldable electronic device is provided. The foldable electronic device may include a housing, a flexible display, a first layer, a second layer, a first magnet, and a second magnet. The housing may include a first housing part and a second housing part configured to rotate relative to the first housing part about a folding axis. The flexible display may include a first display portion, a second display portion, and a third display portion. The first display portion may include an active area forming at least a portion of a front surface of the housing. The second display portion may be opposite the first display portion. The second display portion may be spaced apart from the first display portion. The third display portion may connect the first display portion and the second display portion. The third display portion may be bendable. The first layer may include an electromagnetic induction panel disposed below the first display portion. The second layer may be in contact with the second display portion between the first layer and the second display portion. The first magnet may be disposed under the flexible display. The first magnet may be disposed within the first housing part. The second magnet may be disposed under the flexible display. The second magnet may be paired with the first magnet. The first magnet and the second magnet may be configured to maintain a folded state of the foldable electronic device. The second layer may include a shielding member including a sheet (e.g., a shielding sheet) and a waterproofing member including a waterproof body. The shielding member may be disposed between the second magnet and a portion of the electromagnetic induction panel positioned above the second magnet.The above waterproofing member can at least partially surround the shielding member.

[0134] For example, a first surface of the second layer facing the first display portion may be in contact with the first layer. A second surface of the second layer facing the second display portion may be in contact with the second display portion.

[0135] For example, the second display portion may include a polymer film in contact with the second layer. The second layer may further include an adhesive member comprising an adhesive configured to attach the shielding member onto the polymer film.

[0136] For example, the second layer may further include a support member interposed between the first layer and the waterproof member.

[0137] For example, the shielding member may be disposed substantially on the same plane as the waterproofing member within the second layer.

[0138] For example, the third display portion may extend from one end (311a) of the first display portion included in the second housing part to one end (312a) of the second display portion within the second housing part. The second display portion may extend from the one end (312a) of the second display portion to a point within the second housing part.

[0139] For example, the waterproof member may include a first portion (332a) that comes into contact with the second display portion, and a second portion (332b) that protrudes from the second display portion.

[0140] For example, the foldable electronic device may further include a first waterproof structure including a first frame disposed within the first housing part and configured to support a portion of the flexible display, a second frame disposed within the second housing part and configured to support another portion of the flexible display, a waterproof body forming a first waterproof space between the portion of the flexible display and the first frame, and a second waterproof structure including a waterproof body forming a second waterproof space between the other portion of the flexible display and the second frame.

[0141] For example, the first waterproof structure may include a first waterproof tape. The first waterproof tape may be configured to attach the portion of the flexible display onto the first frame. The first waterproof tape may have a closed loop shape. The second waterproof structure may include a second waterproof tape configured to attach the second display portion onto the second frame, a third waterproof tape configured to attach the first display portion onto the second frame, and a resin portion including a resin configured to fill a gap between the second waterproof tape and the third waterproof tape.

[0142] For example, the first magnet may be included within the first frame. The second magnet may be included within the second frame.

[0143] For example, the electromagnetic induction panel of the first layer may include a first electromagnetic induction panel disposed within the first housing part, and a second electromagnetic induction panel disposed within the second housing part. A portion of the electromagnetic induction panel positioned above the second magnet may be a portion of the second electromagnetic induction panel (321b). The foldable electronic device may further include another shielding member including a shielding sheet disposed between the first magnet and the portion of the first electromagnetic induction panel positioned above the first magnet.

[0144] For example, the foldable electronic device may further include a display driving circuit disposed within the second housing part. The second display part may be electrically connected to the display driving circuit.

[0145] For example, the first layer may further include a conductive sheet attached to the electromagnetic induction panel under the electromagnetic induction panel. The second layer may be in contact with the conductive sheet.

[0146] For example, the first layer may further include a reinforcing member including a rigid layer disposed below the electromagnetic induction panel and configured to support the first display portion. The second layer may be in contact with the reinforcing member. For example, the housing may further include a hinge structure including a hinge. The hinge structure may be configured to rotatably connect the first housing part and the second housing part, thereby enabling the foldable electronic device to be in the folded state, the unfolded state, and an intermediate state between the folded state and the unfolded state.

[0147] According to an exemplary embodiment, a display device is provided. The display device may include a flexible display, a first layer, and a second layer. The flexible display may include a first display portion, a second display portion, and a third display portion. The first display portion may include a plurality of pixels. The second display portion may be opposite the first display portion. The second display portion may be spaced apart from the first display portion. The third display portion may connect the first display portion and the second display portion. The third display portion may be bendable. The first layer may include an electromagnetic induction panel disposed below the first display portion. The second layer may contact the second display portion between the first layer and the second display portion. The second layer may include a shielding member comprising a sheet (e.g., a shielding sheet) disposed under a portion of the electromagnetic induction panel, and a waterproofing member comprising a waterproofing material at least partially surrounding the shielding member.

[0148] For example, a first surface of the second layer facing the first display portion may be in contact with the first layer. A second surface of the second layer facing the second display portion may be in contact with the second layer.

[0149] For example, the second display portion may include a polymer film in contact with the second layer. The second layer may further include an adhesive member comprising an adhesive configured to attach the shielding member onto the polymer film.

[0150] For example, the display device may further include a display driving circuit configured to control the display. The second display portion may be electrically connected to the display driving circuit.

[0151] For example, the size of the first display portion may be larger than the size of the second display portion.

[0152] According to an exemplary embodiment, a foldable electronic device is provided. The foldable electronic device may include a housing, a flexible display, a first magnet, a second magnet, an electromagnetic induction panel, a waterproof member including a waterproof body, and a shielding member including a sheet (e.g., a shielding sheet). The housing may include a first housing part and a second housing part rotatable with respect to the first housing part about a folding axis. The flexible display may include a first display portion, a second display portion, and a third display portion. The first display portion may include an active area forming at least a portion of a front surface of the housing. The second display portion may be opposite to the first display portion. The second display portion may be spaced apart from the first display portion. The third display portion may connect the first display portion and the second display portion. The first magnet may be disposed below the flexible display. The first magnet may be disposed within the first housing part. The second magnet may be disposed below the flexible display. The second magnet may be paired with the first magnet. The first magnet and the second magnet may be configured to maintain a folded state of the foldable electronic device. The electromagnetic induction panel may be disposed below the first display portion. The waterproof member may be in contact with the second display portion between the electromagnetic induction panel and the second display portion. The shielding member may be disposed between the second magnet and a portion of the second display portion positioned above the second magnet.

[0153] 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.

[0154] 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.

[0155] 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).

[0156] 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.

[0157] 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.

[0158] 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.

[0159] While the present disclosure has been illustrated and described with reference to various exemplary embodiments, it will be understood that the various exemplary embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be limiting. It will be further understood by those skilled in the art that various changes in form and detail may be made without departing from the true spirit and full scope of the present disclosure, including the appended claims and their equivalents. It will also be understood that any embodiment(s) described in the present disclosure can be used in conjunction with any other embodiment(s) described in the present disclosure.

Claims

1. In a foldable electronic device, A housing comprising a first housing part and a second housing part configured to be rotatable relative to the first housing part; A flexible display, wherein the flexible display comprises: A first display portion including an active area forming at least a portion of a front surface of the housing; a second display portion opposite to the first display portion and spaced apart from the first display portion, and Connecting the first display portion and the second display portion, and including a curved third display portion; A first layer including an electromagnetic induction panel disposed under the first display portion; A second layer contacting the second display portion between the first layer and the second display portion; A first magnet within the first housing part, positioned beneath the flexible display; and A second magnet is disposed below the flexible display and includes a second magnet within a second housing part paired with the first magnet, wherein the first magnet and the second magnet are configured to maintain a folded state. The second layer above, A shielding member comprising a sheet disposed between the second magnet and a portion of the electromagnetic induction panel positioned above the second magnet, and comprising a waterproof member, and comprising a waterproof member at least partially surrounding said shielding member; Foldable electronic devices.

2. In paragraph 1, The first side of the second layer facing the first display portion is, In contact with the first layer above, The second side of the second layer facing the second display portion is, In contact with the second display portion, Foldable electronic devices.

3. In paragraph 2, The above second display portion, comprising a polymer film in contact with the second layer; The second layer above, Further comprising an adhesive member comprising an adhesive configured to attach the shielding member onto the polymer film; Foldable electronic devices.

4. In paragraph 2 or 3, The second layer above, Further comprising a support member interposed between the first layer and the waterproof member, Foldable electronic devices.

5. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 4, The above shielding member is, Within the second layer, the waterproof member is disposed substantially on the same plane as the waterproof member. Foldable electronic devices.

6. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 5, The third display portion above, Extending from one end of the first display portion included in the second housing part to one end of the second display portion within the second housing part, The above second display portion, Extending from said one end of said second display portion to a point within said second housing part, Foldable electronic devices.

7. In paragraph 6, The above waterproofing material is, A first portion in contact with the second display portion, and Including a second portion protruding from the second display portion, Foldable electronic devices.

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 7, A first frame disposed within the first housing part and configured to support a portion of the flexible display; A second frame disposed within the second housing part and configured to support another part of the flexible display; A first waterproof structure including a waterproof body forming a first waterproof space between the part of the flexible display and the first frame; and Further comprising a second waterproof structure including a waterproof body forming a second waterproof space between the other part of the flexible display and the second frame. Foldable electronic devices.

9. In paragraph 8, The above first waterproof structure is, A first waterproof tape having a closed loop shape is configured to attach the part of the flexible display to the first frame, The above second waterproof structure is, A second waterproof tape configured to attach the second display portion onto the second frame; A third waterproof tape configured to attach the first display portion to the second frame, and A resin portion comprising a resin configured to fill a gap between the second waterproof tape and the third waterproof tape, Foldable electronic devices.

10. In clause 8 or 9, The above first magnet, Included within the first frame above, The above second magnet, Included within the second frame above, Foldable electronic devices.

11. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 10, The above electromagnetic induction panel of the first layer, A first electromagnetic induction panel disposed within the first housing part, and Including a second electromagnetic induction panel disposed within the second housing part; The portion of the electromagnetic induction panel positioned above the second magnet, Part of the above second electromagnetic induction panel, The above foldable electronic device, Further comprising another shielding member comprising a sheet disposed between said first magnet and a portion of said first electromagnetic induction panel positioned above said first magnet; Foldable electronic devices.

12. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 11, Further comprising a display driving circuit arranged within the second housing part; The above second display portion, Electrically connected to the above display driving circuit, Foldable electronic devices.

13. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 12, The above first layer, Under the above electromagnetic induction panel, a conductive sheet is further included that is attached to the above electromagnetic induction panel, The second layer above, In contact with the above challenging sheet, Foldable electronic devices.

14. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 13, The above first layer, Further comprising a reinforcing member including a rigid layer disposed under the electromagnetic induction panel and configured to support the first display portion; The second layer above, In contact with the above reinforcing member, Foldable electronic devices.

15. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 14, The above housing, A hinge structure further comprising a hinge that provides the folded state of the foldable electronic device, the unfolded state of the foldable electronic device, and an intermediate state of the folded electronic device between the folded state and the unfolded state by rotatably connecting the first housing part and the second housing part. Foldable electronic devices.

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