Wearable electronic device comprising conductive connection member and antenna

Abstract

A wearable electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention comprises: a housing including a conductive material; a support member disposed inside the housing; a display disposed on the support member; a printed circuit board disposed on the support member; and a conductive connection member (320) including a first portion that can be coupled to at least a portion of the housing and a second portion electrically connected to the ground of the printed circuit board. Therefore, the wearable electronic device can support various frequency bands and improve antenna performance.

Description

Wearable electronic device including a conductive connecting member and an antenna

[0001] Various embodiments of the present invention disclose a wearable electronic device including a conductive connecting member and an antenna.

[0002] The use of electronic devices such as smartphones or tablet personal computers (PCs) of bar type, foldable type, rollable type, or sliding type is increasing.

[0003] The above electronic devices are being developed into wearable forms that users can wear to improve portability and accessibility.

[0004] The wearable electronic device may include a smart ring or watch that a user can wear on a finger, wrist, and / or ankle.

[0005] Wearable electronic devices (e.g., watches) can transmit and receive various data with other electronic devices (e.g., smartphones) using wireless communication.

[0006] The wearable electronic device may include at least one antenna for performing wireless communication with another electronic device.

[0007] For example, a wearable electronic device may use a conductive housing as a loop antenna to communicate wirelessly with other electronic devices.

[0008] The above wearable electronic device may have limitations in providing various frequency bands due to the size of the housing and spatial constraints in which other components can be placed.

[0009] Various embodiments of the present invention can provide a wearable electronic device capable of supporting various frequency bands by utilizing a conductive connecting member (e.g., FPCB) arranged in a coupling structure with a housing (e.g., an antenna radiator) as a ground.

[0010] The technical problems to be achieved in the present disclosure are not limited to the technical problems mentioned above, and other technical problems not mentioned can be clearly understood by a person having ordinary skill in the technical field to which the present invention belongs from the description below.

[0011] A wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a housing including a conductive material, a support member disposed inside the housing, a display disposed on the support member, a printed circuit board disposed on the support member, and a conductive connection member including a first portion disposed to be coupled with at least a portion of the housing and a second portion electrically connected to a ground of the printed circuit board.

[0012] According to various embodiments of the present invention, by utilizing a conductive connecting member (e.g., a Hall IC FPCB) coupled to a housing (e.g., an antenna radiator) in a coupling structure as a ground, various frequency bands can be supported and antenna performance can be improved.

[0013] According to various embodiments of the present invention, by arranging a housing (e.g., an antenna radiator) and a conductive connecting member in a coupling structure and expanding a ground area through the conductive connecting member, antenna performance in a specific frequency band (e.g., a global positioning system (GPS) frequency band such as about 1100 MHz to 1600 GHz) can be improved.

[0014] In addition, various effects may be provided, either directly or indirectly, through this document.

[0015] In connection with the description of the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals may be used for the same or similar components.

[0016] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0017] FIG. 2A is a perspective view schematically illustrating the front of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] FIG. 2b is a perspective view schematically illustrating the rear surface of the wearable electronic device disclosed in FIG. 2a according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram illustrating an expanded perspective view of the wearable electronic device disclosed in FIG. 2a according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] FIG. 4 is a perspective view schematically illustrating a portion of a configuration of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] FIG. 5 is a schematic drawing showing a cross-section of a 5-5' portion of the wearable electronic device disclosed in FIG. 4 according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] FIG. 6 is a drawing schematically illustrating a configuration of one embodiment of a conductive connecting member of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] FIG. 7 is a drawing schematically illustrating the configuration of various embodiments of a conductive connecting member of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] FIG. 8 is a schematic diagram illustrating a configuration in which a conductive connecting member of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention includes an extended area.

[0025] FIG. 9 is a diagram comparing the radiation efficiency and frequency resonance change of an antenna of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention with those of other embodiments.

[0026] FIG. 10 is a schematic diagram showing a configuration of a printed circuit board of a wearable electronic device including a matching circuit according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] FIG. 11 is a diagram schematically showing the configuration of a matching circuit of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] FIG. 12 is a schematic diagram illustrating a passive resonance shift of an antenna using a matching circuit of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) within a network environment (100) according to various embodiments.

[0030] Referring to FIG. 1, in a network environment (100), an electronic device (101) may communicate with an electronic device (102) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with at least one of an electronic device (104) or a server (108) via a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (104) via the server (108). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), a memory (130), an input module (150), an audio output module (155), a display module (160), an audio module (170), a sensor module (176), an interface (177), a connection terminal (178), a haptic module (179), a camera module (180), a power management module (188), a battery (189), a communication module (190), a subscriber identification module (196), or an antenna module (197). In some embodiments, the electronic device (101) may omit at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (178)), or may have one or more other components added. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., the sensor module (176), the camera module (180), or the antenna module (197)) may be integrated into one component (e.g., the display module (160)).

[0031] 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 calculations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or calculations, the processor (120) may store commands or data received from other components (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the commands or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store result data in a non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or a secondary 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 therewith. For example, if the electronic device (101) includes a main processor (121) and a secondary processor (123), the secondary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a specified function. The secondary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

[0032] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least a portion of functions or states associated with at least one component (e.g., a display module (160), a sensor module (176), or a communication module (190)) of the electronic device (101), for example, on behalf of the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as a part of another functionally related component (e.g., a camera module (180) or a communication module (190)). In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. The artificial intelligence models may be generated through machine learning. This learning can be performed, for example, on the electronic device (101) itself where the artificial intelligence model is executed, or can be performed through a separate server (e.g., server (108)). The learning algorithm can include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but is not limited to the examples described above. The artificial intelligence model can include multiple artificial neural network layers.The artificial neural network may be one of a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recurrent neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), a deep Q-network, or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to, or alternatively to, a hardware structure, an artificial intelligence model may include a software structure.

[0033] 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).

[0034] 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).

[0035] 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).

[0036] 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.

[0037] 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.

[0038] 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).

[0039] 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.

[0040] 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.

[0041] 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).

[0042] A 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.

[0043] 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.

[0044] 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).

[0045] 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.

[0046] 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).

[0047] 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.

[0048] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as the first network (198) or the second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas by, for example, the communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device through the selected at least one antenna. In some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).

[0049] According to various embodiments, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. According to one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent 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.

[0050] 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)).

[0051] 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.

[0052] FIG. 2A is a perspective view schematically illustrating the front of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2B is a perspective view of the rear of the wearable electronic device disclosed in FIG. 2A according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0053] Referring to FIGS. 2A and 2B, a wearable electronic device (200) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) according to one embodiment may include a housing (210) including a first side (or front side) (210A) facing a first direction (e.g., the z-axis direction), a second side (or back side) (210B) facing a second direction (e.g., the -z-axis direction) opposite to the first direction, and a side surface (210C) surrounding a space between the first side (210A) and the second side (210B), and a fastening member (250, 260) connected to at least a portion of the housing (210) and configured to detachably fasten the wearable electronic device (200) to a body part (e.g., a wrist, an ankle, etc.) of a user.

[0054] In one embodiment (not shown), the housing (210) may refer to a structure forming a portion of the first side (210A), the second side (210B), and the side surface (210C) of FIG. 2A. According to one embodiment, the first side (210A) may be formed by a front plate (201) that is at least partially substantially transparent (e.g., a glass plate including various coating layers, or a polymer plate). The second side (210B) may be formed by a substantially opaque back plate (207). The back plate (207) may be formed by, for example, coated or colored glass, ceramic, polymer, metal (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel (STS), or magnesium), or a combination of at least two of the foregoing materials. The side (210C) is coupled with the front plate (201) and the rear plate (207) and may be formed by a side bezel structure (or side member) (206) comprising metal and / or polymer. In some embodiments, the rear plate (207) and the side bezel structure (206) may be formed integrally and may comprise the same material (e.g., a metal material such as aluminum). The fastening members (250, 260) may be formed of various materials and shapes. The integral and multiple unit links may be formed to be movable with each other by a woven material, leather, rubber, urethane, metal, ceramic, or a combination of at least two of the above materials.

[0055] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (200) may include at least one of a display (220) (the display (220) of FIG. 3), an audio module (205, 208), a sensor module (211), a key input device (202, 203, 204), and a connector hole (209). In various embodiments, the wearable electronic device (200) may omit at least one of the above-described components (e.g., the key input device (202, 203, 204), the connector hole (209), or the sensor module (211)) or may additionally include other components.

[0056] According to one embodiment, the display (220) (e.g., the display (220) of FIG. 3) may be exposed, for example, through a substantial portion of the front plate (201). The shape of the display (220) may correspond to the shape of the front plate (201), and may be in various shapes, such as circular, oval, or polygonal. The display (220) may be coupled to or disposed adjacent to a touch detection circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the intensity (pressure) of a touch, and / or a fingerprint sensor.

[0057] According to one embodiment, the audio module (205, 208) may include a microphone hole (205) and a speaker hole (208). The microphone hole (205) may have a microphone disposed therein for acquiring external sounds, and in some embodiments, multiple microphones may be disposed therein to detect the direction of sounds. The speaker hole (208) may be used as an external speaker and a receiver for calls. According to various embodiments, the speaker hole (208) and the microphone hole (205) may be implemented as a single hole, or a speaker (e.g., a piezo speaker) may be included without the speaker hole (208).

[0058] According to one embodiment, the sensor module (211) may generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to an internal operating state of the wearable electronic device (200) or an external environmental state. The sensor module (211) may include, for example, a biometric sensor module (211) (e.g., an HRM sensor) disposed on the second surface (210B) of the housing (210). The wearable electronic device (200) may further include at least one of a sensor module not shown, for example, a gesture sensor, an inertial sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an infrared ray (IR) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor. In one embodiment, the sensor module (211) may further include at least one hall sensor (e.g., a hall IC) (e.g., the hall sensor 325 of FIG. 3).

[0059] According to one embodiment, the key input devices (202, 203, 204) may include a wheel key (202) disposed on a first side (210A) of the housing (210) and rotatable in at least one direction, and / or a side key button (203, 204) disposed on a side surface (210C) of the housing (210). The wheel key (202) may have a shape corresponding to the shape of the front plate (201). In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (200) may not include some or all of the above-mentioned key input devices (202, 203, 204), and the key input devices (202, 203, 204) that are not included may be implemented in another form, such as a soft key, on the display (220). According to one embodiment, the connector hole (209) may include another connector hole (not shown) that may accommodate a connector (e.g., a USB connector) for transmitting and receiving power and / or data with an external electronic device (e.g., an external electronic device (102, 104, 108) of FIG. 1) and may accommodate a connector for transmitting and receiving audio signals with the external electronic device. The wearable electronic device (200) may further include, for example, a connector cover (not shown) that covers at least a portion of the connector hole (209) and blocks the inflow of external foreign substances into the connector hole.

[0060] According to one embodiment, the fastening member (250, 260) can be removably fastened to at least a portion of the housing (210) using a locking member (251, 261). The fastening member (250, 260) can include one or more of a fixing member (252), a fixing member fastening hole (253), a band guide member (254), and a band fastening ring (255).

[0061] According to one embodiment, the fixing member (252) may be configured to fix the housing (210) and the fastening members (250, 260) to a part of the user's body (e.g., a wrist or an ankle). The fastening member fastening hole (253) may correspond to the fastening member (252) to fasten the housing (210) and the fastening members (250, 260) to a part of the user's body. The band guide member (254) may be configured to limit the range of motion of the fastening member (252) when the fastening member (252) is fastened to the fastening member fastening hole (253), thereby allowing the fastening members (250, 260) to be fastened in close contact with a part of the user's body. The band fixing ring (255) may limit the range of motion of the fastening members (250, 260) when the fastening member (252) and the fastening member fastening hole (253) are fastened.

[0062] FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram illustrating an expanded perspective view of the wearable electronic device disclosed in FIG. 2a according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0063] Referring to FIG. 3, a wearable electronic device (200) may include a housing (210) (e.g., a side bezel structure), a wheel key (202), a front plate (201), a display (220), a first antenna (305), a second antenna (355), a support member (310) (e.g., a bracket), a conductive connection member (320), a battery (330), a printed circuit board (340), a sealing member (350), a rear plate (207), and / or a fastening member (250, 260).

[0064] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (200) disclosed in FIG. 3 may include the electronic device (101) disclosed in FIG. 1A or the embodiments disclosed in FIGS. 2A and 2B. In the description of the wearable electronic device (200) disclosed below, components that are substantially the same as those in the embodiments disclosed in FIGS. 1, 2A, and 2B are given the same reference numerals, and redundant descriptions of their functions may be omitted.

[0065] According to one embodiment, the wheel key (202) may include at least one magnet (202m). For example, the wheel key (202) may include a plurality of magnets (202m) arranged at regular intervals.

[0066] According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the housing (210) may function as an antenna radiator of the wearable electronic device (200). For example, the housing (210) may include a conductive material. For example, the housing (210) may include a metallic material and / or a non-metallic material (e.g., a polymer). A point (210f) of the housing (210) may be electrically connected to a wireless communication module (192) disposed on a printed circuit board (340) via a power supply path. For example, the point (210f) of the housing (210) may be electrically connected to the power supply path and the wireless communication module (192) via a contact pad, a C-clip, or a conductive foam spring. For example, the housing (210) may function as an antenna that supports frequency bands of 3G (generation), LTE (long term evolution), and / or GPS (global positioning system).

[0067] In one embodiment, the housing (210) may be spaced apart from the support member (310) (e.g., a bracket). For example, the inner surface of the housing (210) may be spaced apart from the outer surface of the support member (310). In various embodiments, the support member (310) may be disposed inside the housing (210), may be at least partially connected to the housing (210), or may be formed integrally with the housing (210). The support member (310) may be formed of, for example, a metallic material and / or a non-metallic (e.g., a polymer) material. For example, the support member (310) may have a display (220) (e.g., a display module (160) of FIG. 1A) coupled to a first surface (e.g., a z-axis direction, one surface) and a printed circuit board (340) coupled to a second surface (e.g., a −z-axis direction, the other surface).

[0068] According to one embodiment, the conductive connection member (320) may be disposed on at least a portion of an outer surface (e.g., an outer side surface) of the support member (310). For example, the conductive connection member (320) may be disposed between the housing (210) and the support member (310). The conductive connection member (320) may be spaced apart from the housing (210). The conductive connection member (320) may be coupled to the housing (210). The conductive connection member (320) may be coupled to the housing (210) in a coupling structure. For example, a gap between the conductive connection member (320) and the housing (210) may be about 0.3 mm to 1.2 mm. The conductive connection member (320) may be electrically connected to a ground (G) formed on a printed circuit board (340) through a ground path. For example, the second portion (322) of the conductive connecting member (320) can be electrically connected to the ground (G) of the printed circuit board (380) via a ground path. By electrically connecting the conductive connecting member (320) to the ground (G) of the printed circuit board (340), the ground area of ​​the antenna including at least a portion of the housing (210) can be expanded.

[0069] According to one embodiment, the first portion (321) of the conductive connection member (320) may be disposed on an outer surface (e.g., an outer side) of the support member (310), and the second portion (322) may be electrically connected to a printed circuit board (340). For example, the first portion (321) of the conductive connection member (320) may be coupled to the housing (210). The second portion (322) of the conductive connection member (320) may be electrically connected to a ground (G) of the printed circuit board (380). In one embodiment, the conductive connection member (320) may include a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB). For example, the conductive connection member (320) may include a Hall IC FPCB. The conductive connection member (320) may include a Hall sensor (325). For example, the conductive connecting member (320) may include at least one Hall sensor (325) in the first portion (321). The at least one Hall sensor (325) may be positioned at a designated position of the first portion (321) of the conductive connecting member (320). The Hall sensor (325) may detect at least one of a rotational direction (e.g., movement) and a rotational position (e.g., movement position) of the wheel key (202). For example, the Hall sensor (325) may detect a rotational angle of the wheel key (202) by utilizing a change in magnetic force of a magnet (202m) sensed when the wheel key (202) rotates.

[0070] According to one embodiment, a printed circuit board (340) may be arranged with a processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1A), a memory (e.g., memory (130) of FIG. 1A), a sensor module (e.g., sensor module (176) of FIG. 1A and / or sensor module (211) of FIG. 2B), a wireless communication module (192), and / or an interface (e.g., interface (177) of FIG. 1A).

[0071] According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphic processing unit (GPU), an application processor sensor processor, or a communication processor.

[0072] According to one embodiment, the memory (130) may include volatile memory or non-volatile memory.

[0073] According to one embodiment, the sensor module (e.g., sensor module (176) of FIG. 1A and / or sensor module (211) of FIG. 2B) may include at least one of an infrared ray sensor, an illuminance sensor, a proximity sensor, a touch sensor, an inertial sensor, a gyro sensor, an acceleration sensor, and / or a pressure sensor.

[0074] According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module (192) may include a radio frequency IC (RFIC). The wireless communication module (192) may transmit a power supply signal to a point (210f) of the housing (210) that is electrically connected to the power supply path.

[0075] According to 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, and / or an audio interface. The interface (177) may electrically or physically connect, for example, the wearable electronic device (200) to an external electronic device (e.g., the external electronic devices (102, 104, 108) of FIG. 1) and may include a USB connector, an SD card / MMC connector, or an audio connector.

[0076] According to one embodiment, the battery (330) is a device for supplying power to at least one component of the wearable electronic device (200), and may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell. At least a portion of the battery (330) may be disposed substantially on the same plane as, for example, the printed circuit board (340). The battery (330) may be disposed integrally within the wearable electronic device (200), or may be disposed detachably from the wearable electronic device (200).

[0077] In one embodiment, the first antenna (305) may be disposed between the display (220) (e.g., the display module (160) of FIG. 1A) and the support member (310). The first antenna (305) may include, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and / or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. The first antenna (305) may be capable of performing short-range communication with an external electronic device (e.g., the external electronic devices (102, 104, 108) of FIG. 1), wirelessly transmitting and receiving power required for charging, and transmitting a magnetic-based signal including a short-range communication signal or payment data. In one embodiment, the antenna structure may be formed by a portion of the housing (210) and / or the support member (310) or a combination thereof.

[0078] In one embodiment, the second antenna (355) may be disposed between the printed circuit board (340) and the back plate (207). The second antenna (355) may include, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and / or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. The second antenna (355) may be capable of performing short-range communication with an external electronic device (e.g., the external electronic devices 102, 104, and 108 of FIG. 1), wirelessly transmitting and receiving power required for charging, and transmitting a magnetic-based signal including a short-range communication signal or payment data. In one embodiment, the antenna structure may be formed by a portion or a combination of the housing (210) and / or the back plate (207).

[0079] According to one embodiment, a sealing member (350) may be positioned between the housing (210) and the rear plate (207). The sealing member (350) may be configured to block moisture and / or foreign substances from entering the space surrounded by the housing (210) and the rear plate (207) from the outside.

[0080] Fig. 4 is a perspective view schematically illustrating a portion of a configuration of a wearable electronic device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Fig. 5 is a drawing schematically illustrating a cross-section of a portion 5-5' of the wearable electronic device disclosed in Fig. 4 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0081] Referring to FIGS. 4 and 5, a housing (210) of a wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present invention may be arranged at least partially in a second direction (e.g., -z-axis direction, rear surface) of a wheel key (202) and form an exterior of the wearable electronic device (200).

[0082] In one embodiment, the housing (210) may include a conductive material, and at least a portion of the housing (210) (e.g., the side bezel structure (206) of FIG. 2) may function as an antenna radiator of the wearable electronic device (200). For example, at least a portion of the housing (210) may function as a radiator of an antenna supporting frequency bands of third generation (3G), long term evolution (LTE), and / or global positioning system (GPS).

[0083] According to one embodiment, a support member (310) may be disposed inside the housing (210). For example, an inner surface of the housing (210) may be spaced apart from at least a portion of an outer surface of the support member (310). For example, a display (220) may be disposed in a first direction (e.g., z-axis direction, first surface) of the support member (310), and a printed circuit board (340) may be disposed in a second direction (e.g., -z-axis direction, second surface).

[0084] According to one embodiment, a conductive connecting member (320) (e.g., FPCB or Hall IC FPCB) may be disposed on at least a portion of an outer surface of a support member (310). The conductive connecting member (320) may be disposed between the housing (210) and the support member (310). The conductive connecting member (320) may be coupled to the housing (210). The conductive connecting member (320) may be coupled to the housing (210) in a coupling structure. For example, a separation distance between the conductive connecting member (320) and the housing (210) may be about 0.3 mm to 1.2 mm.

[0085] According to one embodiment, the first portion (321) of the conductive connecting member (320) may be disposed on an outer surface of the support member (310), and the second portion (322) may be electrically connected to a ground (G) of the printed circuit board (340). By electrically connecting the conductive connecting member (320) to the ground (G) of the printed circuit board (340), a ground area of ​​the antenna including at least a portion of the housing (210) may be expanded.

[0086] FIG. 6 is a drawing schematically illustrating a configuration of one embodiment of a conductive connecting member of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0087] Referring to FIG. 6, a conductive connecting member (320) according to one embodiment may include a first portion (321) and a second portion (322) extending integrally from the first portion (321).

[0088] According to one embodiment, the first portion (321) of the conductive connecting member (320) can be disposed on at least a portion of an outer surface of the supporting member (310) (e.g., a bracket). For example, the first portion (321) can be coupled to at least a portion of an outer surface of the supporting member (310). The second portion (322) of the conductive connecting member (320) has a specified length from the first portion (321) and can be electrically connected to a ground (G) of the printed circuit board (340). The first portion (321) of the conductive connecting member (320) can include a Hall sensor (325). For example, the conductive connecting member (320) can include at least one Hall sensor (325) in the first portion (321). At least one Hall sensor (325) can be placed at a designated location in the first part (321) of the conductive connecting member (320).

[0089] According to one embodiment, the first part (321) of the conductive connecting member (320) may include a first groove (321a) and / or a second groove (321b). For example, the first groove (321a) and / or the second groove (321b) may reduce assembly deviation when assembling the wearable electronic device (200). For example, the first groove (321a) and / or the second groove (321b) may be arranged at a designated position when assembling on the outer surface of the support member (310). For example, the first groove (321a) may be formed in a first direction (e.g., z-axis direction) of the conductive connecting member (320), and the second groove (321b) may be formed in a second direction (e.g., -z-axis direction) of the conductive connecting member (320). For example, the first groove (321a) may be formed to have a larger size than the second groove (321b). In one embodiment, the first groove (321a) and / or the second groove (321b) may be omitted.

[0090] FIG. 7 is a diagram schematically illustrating the configuration of various embodiments of a conductive connecting member of a wearable electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0091] Referring to FIG. 7, a conductive connecting member (320) according to one embodiment may include a first portion (321) and a second portion (322) extending integrally from the first portion (321).

[0092] According to one embodiment, the first portion (321) of the conductive connecting member (320) may be disposed on at least a portion of an outer surface of the support member (310) (e.g., a bracket). The second portion (322) of the conductive connecting member (320) may have a specified length from the first portion (321) and may be electrically connected to a ground (G) of the printed circuit board (340).

[0093] According to various embodiments, the first portion (321) of the conductive connecting member (320) may include a first groove (321a). For example, the first groove (321a) may reduce assembly deviation when assembling the wearable electronic device (200). For example, the first groove (321a) may be arranged at a designated position when assembling on the outer surface of the support member (310). In one embodiment, the first groove (321a) may be omitted.

[0094] According to one embodiment, the conductive connecting member (320) disclosed in FIG. 7 may be configured such that the second groove (321b) is omitted, compared to the conductive connecting member (320) of FIG. 6. For example, the conductive connecting member (320) of FIG. 7 may have the periphery of the second groove (321b) deleted by a first region (710) (e.g., a reduced region) compared to the conductive connecting member (320) of FIG. 6. For example, the first region (710) (e.g., a reduced region) in FIG. 7 in which the periphery of the second groove (321b) is deleted may correspond to a portion of the support member (310).

[0095] According to various embodiments, as disclosed in FIG. 7, when the conductive connecting member (320) is deleted by the first region (710) (e.g., reduced region), the ground area coupled to the housing (210) (e.g., antenna radiator) may be reduced. In this case, the amount of the conductive connecting member (320) coupled to the housing (210) may be reduced.

[0096] FIG. 8 is a schematic diagram illustrating a configuration in which a conductive connecting member of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention includes an extended area.

[0097] Referring to FIG. 8, a conductive connecting member (320) according to various embodiments may include a first portion (321) and a second portion (322) extending integrally from the first portion (321).

[0098] According to one embodiment, the first portion (321) of the conductive connecting member (320) may be disposed on at least a portion of an outer surface of the support member (310) (e.g., a bracket). The second portion (322) of the conductive connecting member (320) may have a specified length from the first portion (321) and may be electrically connected to a ground (G) of the printed circuit board (340).

[0099] According to various embodiments, the first portion (321) of the conductive connecting member (320) may include a second groove (321b). For example, the second groove (321b) may reduce assembly deviation during assembly of the wearable electronic device (200). For example, the second groove (321b) may be positioned at a designated position during assembly on the outer surface of the support member (310). For example, the second groove (321b) may be deleted.

[0100] According to one embodiment, the conductive connecting member (320) disclosed in FIG. 8 may be configured such that the first groove (321a) is omitted compared to the conductive connecting member (320) of FIG. 6. For example, the conductive connecting member (320) of FIG. 8 may include a second region (820) (e.g., an extended region) compared to the conductive connecting member (320) of FIG. 6. For example, in FIG. 8, the second region (820) (e.g., an extended region) may be disposed in a portion of the support member (310). For example, the second region (820) may include a conductive member (e.g., a conductive material).

[0101] According to various embodiments, as disclosed in FIG. 8, when the conductive connecting member (320) includes a second region (820) (e.g., an extended region), the ground area coupled to the housing (210) (e.g., an antenna radiator) may be expanded. In this case, the amount of the conductive connecting member (320) coupled to the housing (210) may increase.

[0102] FIG. 9 is a diagram comparing the radiation efficiency and frequency resonance change of an antenna of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention with those of other embodiments.

[0103] For example, the upper drawing (910) of FIG. 9 may be a graph comparing the radiation efficiency of the antenna of the wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present invention with other embodiments. For example, the lower drawing (920) of FIG. 9 may be a graph comparing the frequency resonance change of the antenna of the wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present invention with other embodiments.

[0104] According to one embodiment, in the upper drawing (910) of FIG. 9, the first graph (g1) may represent the radiation efficiency when the conductive connecting member (320) is coupled with the housing (210) (e.g., the antenna radiator), as illustrated in FIG. 6. For example, the second graph (g2) may represent the radiation efficiency when the conductive connecting member (320) with the first region (710) (e.g., the reduced region) deleted, as illustrated in FIG. 7, is coupled with the housing (210) (e.g., the antenna radiator). For example, the third graph (g3) may represent the radiation efficiency when the conductive connecting member (320) including the second region (820) (e.g., the expanded region) including a conductive material, is coupled with the housing (210) (e.g., the antenna radiator), as illustrated in FIG. 8.

[0105] Referring to the upper drawing (910) of FIG. 9, when a conductive connecting member (320) including a second region (820) (e.g., an extended region) including a conductive material is coupled to a housing (210) (e.g., an antenna radiator), it can be seen that the radiation efficiency of the third graph (g3) is improved, for example, in a frequency band of about 1140 MHz to 1400 MHz, compared to the first graph (g1) and the second graph (g2). According to one embodiment, a wearable electronic device (200) including a conductive connecting member (320) according to one embodiment of the present invention can additionally support, for example, a frequency band of GPS L5 (e.g., about 1140 MHz) to GPS L1 (e.g., about 1580 MHz).

[0106] According to various embodiments, in the lower drawing (920) of FIG. 9, the first graph (g1) may represent antenna resonance when the conductive connecting member (320) illustrated in FIG. 6 is coupled with the housing (210) (e.g., antenna radiator). For example, the second graph (g2) may represent antenna resonance when the conductive connecting member (320) with the first region (710) (e.g., reduced region) deleted, as illustrated in FIG. 7, is coupled with the housing (210) (e.g., antenna radiator). For example, the third graph (g3) may represent antenna resonance when the conductive connecting member (320) including the second region (820) (e.g., expanded region) including a conductive material, as illustrated in FIG. 8, is coupled with the housing (210) (e.g., antenna radiator).

[0107] Referring to the lower drawing (920) of FIG. 9, it can be confirmed that in the case where the conductive connecting member (320) including the second region (820) (e.g., extended region) including a conductive material is coupled with the housing (210) (e.g., antenna radiator), the third graph (g3) can be confirmed that the shift of the antenna resonance (e.g., the first arrow (a1) and the second arrow (a2)) is easily generated compared to the first graph (g1) and the second graph (g2). For example, as illustrated in FIG. 8, when the conductive connecting member (320) including the second region (820) (e.g., extended region) including a conductive material is coupled with the housing (210) (e.g., antenna radiator), it can be confirmed that the shift to the low frequency band is easily generated, as indicated by the first arrow (a1).

[0108] FIG. 10 is a schematic diagram showing a configuration of a printed circuit board of a wearable electronic device including a matching circuit according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0109] Referring to FIG. 10, a wearable electronic device (200) may include a matching circuit (1010) disposed on a printed circuit board (340).

[0110] According to one embodiment, a Hall sensor (325) (e.g., a Hall IC) may be electrically connected to a printed circuit board (340) via a conductive connecting member (320) (e.g., an FPCB).

[0111] In one embodiment, the printed circuit board (340) may be electrically connected to the conductive connecting member (320) via a matching circuit (1010). For example, the matching circuit (1010) may include a tunable IC. For example, the matching circuit (1010) may open or short the ground (G) of the conductive connecting member (320) and the printed circuit board (340), or shift the resonance of a specified frequency band (e.g., a high frequency band or a low frequency band).

[0112] According to one embodiment, the matching circuit (1010) may include a capacitor (e.g., capacitor (D1) of FIG. 11) and / or an inductor (e.g., inductor (D2) of FIG. 11). For example, the matching circuit (1010) may shift the resonance of the antenna to a low frequency band using the capacitance component of the capacitor, and may shift the resonance of the antenna to a high frequency band using the inductance component of the inductor.

[0113] FIG. 11 is a diagram schematically showing the configuration of a matching circuit of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0114] Referring to FIG. 11, a matching circuit (1010) according to various embodiments of the present invention may include at least one switch (1110), or at least one passive element (1120) (e.g., a capacitor (D1), an inductor (D2), ..., Dn or Open) that is electrically connected to a conductive connection member (320) by the at least one switch (1110), or that disconnects an electrical path. The at least one passive element (1120) may have different element values. The at least one passive element (1120) (e.g., a lumped element) may include a capacitor (D1) having various capacitance values ​​and / or an inductor (D2) having various inductance values. The at least one switch (1110) may selectively connect an element having a designated element value (e.g., a matching value) to the conductive connection member (320), for example, under the control of the processor (120) disclosed in FIG. 1. In one embodiment, at least one switch (1110) may include a micro-electro mechanical systems (MEMS) switch. A MEMS switch performs a mechanical switching operation by an internal metal plate, and thus has a perfect turn on / off characteristic, so that it may not substantially affect the change in the radiation characteristics of the antenna. In some embodiments, at least one switch (1110) may include a single pole single throw (SPST), a single pole double throw (SPDT), or a switch including three or more throws (e.g., SP4T).

[0115] FIG. 12 is a schematic diagram illustrating a passive resonance shift of an antenna using a matching circuit of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0116] Referring to FIG. 11, the first graph (p1) may represent a frequency resonance shift of a wearable electronic device according to a comparative example. For example, the second graph (p2) may represent a frequency resonance shift of a wearable electronic device (200) including a conductive connecting member (320) according to an embodiment of the present invention. For example, the third graph (p3) may represent a frequency resonance shift using an inductor (D2) of a matching circuit (1010) according to an embodiment of the present invention. For example, the fourth graph (p4) may represent a frequency resonance shift using a capacitor (D1) of a matching circuit (1010) according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0117] According to one embodiment, a wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present invention can shift antenna resonance to a high frequency band, as indicated by a second arrow (a12), by using the inductance component of the inductor (D2) of the matching circuit (1010), centered on the GPS L1 and GPS L5 frequency bands.

[0118] According to one embodiment, a wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present invention can shift antenna resonance to a low frequency band, as indicated by a first arrow (a11), by using the capacitance component of the capacitor (D1) of the matching circuit (1010), centered on the GPS L1 and GPS L5 frequency bands.

[0119] A wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a housing (210) including a conductive material, a support member (310) disposed inside the housing (210), a display (220) disposed on the support member (310), a printed circuit board (340) disposed on the support member (310), and a conductive connection member (320) including a first portion (321) disposed to be coupled with at least a portion of the housing (210) and a second portion (322) electrically connected to a ground (G) of the printed circuit board (340).

[0120] According to one embodiment, the distance between the first portion (321) of the conductive connecting member (320) and the housing (210) may be about 0.3 mm to 1.2 mm.

[0121] According to one embodiment, the conductive connecting member (320) may include at least one Hall sensor (325).

[0122] According to one embodiment, the conductive connecting member (320) may include a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB).

[0123] According to one embodiment, the first portion (321) of the conductive connecting member (320) may include a first groove (321a) and / or a second groove (321b).

[0124] According to one embodiment, the first portion (321) of the conductive connecting member (320) may include a first region (710).

[0125] According to one embodiment, the first region (710) may be a reduced region in which the periphery of the second groove (321b) is deleted.

[0126] According to one embodiment, the first portion (321) of the conductive connecting member (320) may include a second region (820).

[0127] According to one embodiment, the second region (820) may be an extended region filled with a conductive material in the first groove (321a).

[0128] According to one embodiment, the housing (210) may be configured to operate as an antenna supporting a frequency band of 1140 MHz to 1580 MHz.

[0129] According to one embodiment, the printed circuit board (340) may be electrically connected to the conductive connecting member (320) via a matching circuit (1010).

[0130] According to one embodiment, the matching circuit (1010) may include at least one switch (1110) and at least one passive element (1120).

[0131] According to one embodiment, the at least one passive component (1120) may include a capacitor (D1) and an inductor (D2).

[0132] According to one embodiment, the matching circuit (1010) may be configured to shift the frequency band to a low frequency band by using the capacitance component of the capacitor (D1).

[0133] According to one embodiment, the matching circuit (1010) may be configured to shift the frequency band to a high frequency band by using the inductance component of the inductor (D2).

[0134] 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, wearable devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to the embodiments of this document are not limited to the aforementioned devices.

[0135] The various embodiments of this document and the terminology used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, but should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutes of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the items, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this document, each of the phrases "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B, or C", "at least one of A, B, and C", and "at least one of A, B, or C" can include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase among those phrases, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first," "second," or "first" or "second" may be used merely to distinguish one component from another, and do not limit the components in any other respect (e.g., importance or order). When a component (e.g., a first component) is referred to as "coupled" or "connected" to another (e.g., a second component), with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicatively," it means that the component can be connected to the other component directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0136] 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).

[0137] 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.

[0138] Although the present invention has been described above according to various embodiments of the present invention, it is obvious that changes and modifications made by a person having ordinary skill in the art to which the present invention pertains within a scope that does not depart from the technical spirit of the present invention also belong to the present invention.

Claims

1. In a wearable electronic device (200), A housing (210) comprising a challenging material; A support member (310) placed inside the above housing (210); A display (220) placed on the above support member (310); A printed circuit board (340) placed on the above support member (310); and A wearable electronic device comprising a conductive connecting member (320) including a first portion (321) arranged to be coupled with at least a portion of the housing (210) and a second portion (322) electrically connected to a ground (G) of the printed circuit board (340).

2. In paragraph 1, A wearable electronic device wherein the distance between the first part (321) of the conductive connecting member (320) and the housing (210) is about 0.3 mm to 1.2 mm.

3. In paragraph 1 or 2, The above-mentioned conductive connecting member (320) is a wearable electronic device including at least one Hall sensor (325).

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, The above-mentioned conductive connecting member (320) is a wearable electronic device including a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB).

5. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 4, A wearable electronic device, wherein the first portion (321) of the above-described challenging connecting member (320) includes a first groove (321a) and / or a second groove (321b).

6. In paragraph 5, A wearable electronic device, wherein the first portion (321) of the above-described challenging connecting member (320) includes a first region (710).

7. In paragraph 6, A wearable electronic device in which the first region (710) is a reduced region in which the periphery of the second home (321b) is deleted.

8. In paragraph 5, A wearable electronic device, wherein the first portion (321) of the above-described challenging connecting member (320) includes a second region (820).

9. In paragraph 8, A wearable electronic device in which the second region (820) is an extended region filled with a conductive material in the first groove (321a).

10. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 9, The above housing (210) is a wearable electronic device configured to operate as an antenna supporting a frequency band of 1140 MHz to 1580 MHz.

11. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 10, A wearable electronic device in which the printed circuit board (340) is electrically connected to the conductive connecting member (320) through a matching circuit (1010).

12. In paragraph 11, A wearable electronic device, wherein the matching circuit (1010) comprises at least one switch (1110) and at least one passive element (1120).

13. In paragraph 12, A wearable electronic device wherein at least one passive component (1120) comprises a capacitor (D1) and an inductor (D2).

14. In paragraph 13, A wearable electronic device in which the above matching circuit (1010) is configured to shift the frequency band to a low frequency band by using the capacitance component of the capacitor (D1).

15. In paragraph 13, A wearable electronic device in which the above matching circuit (1010) is configured to shift the frequency band to a high frequency band by using the inductance component of the above inductor (D2).

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