Connector having terminal and printed circuit board including same

Abstract

A connector is disclosed. This connector comprises a base, a wall fixed to the base, and a terminal coupled to the base and electrically connected to another connector, wherein the terminal includes a contact portion pressed by the other connector, and a holding portion extending from the contact portion, and the holding portion is in contact with the contact portion, which moves according to the pressure of the other connector while the connector is connected to the other connector, is deformed by contact with the contact portion so as to press the wall, and maintains the connection between the connector and the other connector by transmitting, to the contact portion, a repulsive force generated by the wall according to the pressure of the wall. Other various embodiments are possible.

Description

Connector having terminals and printed circuit board including the same

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a connector having a terminal and a printed circuit board including the same.

[0002] A printed circuit board or electronic device may include a connector that connects components mounted on the printed circuit board to components mounted on another printed circuit board. The connector may include a socket and a plug. Corresponding connectors may be mated with each other. The mated connectors may connect components to each other for power, signal, or data transmission.

[0003] The above information may be provided as background art to aid in understanding the present disclosure. No claim or determination is made as to whether any of the above is applicable as prior art related to the present disclosure.

[0004] A connector may include a base, a wall, and a terminal. The wall may be fixed to the base. The terminal may be coupled to the base. The terminal may be configured to be electrically connected to another connector. The terminal may include a contact portion and a holding portion. The contact portion may be pressed by another connector. The holding portion may extend from the contact portion. The holding portion may be configured to contact the contact portion, which moves in response to pressing of the other connector while the connector is connected to the other connector. The holding portion may be deformed by contact with the contact portion to press the wall. The holding portion may be configured to maintain a connection between the connector and the other connector by transmitting a repulsive force generated from the wall in response to pressing of the wall to the contact portion.

[0005] A printed circuit board may include a substrate and a connector. The connector may include a wall and a movable terminal. The connector may be mounted on the substrate. The movable terminal may include a contact portion and a holding portion. The contact portion may be in contact with a terminal of another connector. The holding portion may be connected to the contact portion. The holding portion may extend along the wall toward the substrate. The contact portion may include an extension region, a contact region, and a pressing region. The extension region may be connected to the holding portion. The contact region may be connected to the extension region. The contact region may be moved toward the wall by contacting the terminal of the other connector. The pressing region may extend from the contact region toward the holding portion. The pressing region may contact a surface of the holding portion facing the contact portion as the contact region moves. The holding portion may be configured to be deformed to press the wall by contact with the contact portion. The holding portion may be configured to maintain a connection between the connector and the other connector by transmitting a repulsive force generated from the wall according to the pressurization of the wall to the contact portion.

[0006] Figure 1 is a perspective view showing an exemplary connector.

[0007] Figure 2 is a perspective view showing an exemplary first connector.

[0008] Figure 3 is a perspective view showing an exemplary second connector.

[0009] Fig. 4 is an exemplary cross-sectional view of the combined connectors cut along line A-A'.

[0010] Fig. 5 is an exemplary cross-sectional view of the first connector cut along line B-B'.

[0011] Figure 6a is a drawing showing an exemplary movable terminal of the first connector.

[0012] Figure 6b is a drawing showing changes in the movable terminal of the first connector when the second connector is coupled to the first connector.

[0013] Figure 7 is an enlarged drawing of the C area of ​​the first connector.

[0014] Figure 8 is a drawing showing a movable terminal of a first connector including a protrusion therein.

[0015] Figure 9 is a drawing showing a movable terminal of a first connector including a home therein.

[0016] FIG. 10 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to various embodiments.

[0017] Figure 1 is a perspective view illustrating an exemplary connector. Figure 2 is a perspective view illustrating an exemplary first connector. Figure 3 is a perspective view illustrating a second connector according to one embodiment.

[0018] A pair of connectors (100) mounted on an electronic device (1) can electrically connect components within the electronic device (1). Internal components of the electronic device (1) connected to a printed circuit board (10) by the pair of connectors (100) can be replaced by detachable connectors. One of the pair of connectors (100) (e.g., the first connector (200) or the second connector (300)) can be mounted on a substrate of the printed circuit board (10). For example, the connector can be a board-to-board connector (BtoB (board to board) connector) that connects different boards.

[0019] A board-to-board connector may include a first connector (200) (e.g., a plug connector, a header connector, a male connector) and a second connector (300) (e.g., a socket connector, a receptacle connector, or a female connector) detachably coupled to the first connector (200). The first connector (200) and the second connector (300) may be coupled to each other to form an electrical connection between internal components of an electronic device (1) for power supply or data signal transmission.

[0020] An electronic device (1) may be miniaturized for user portability. As the electronic device (1) is miniaturized, the internal components of the electronic device (1) and a pair of connectors (100) that electrically connect the internal components may also be miniaturized. As the terminals of the connectors (100) become narrower, it may be difficult to secure contact pressure to maintain electrical connection between the connectors (100). Hereinafter, a structure for maintaining connection between a pair of miniaturized connectors (100) will be described in detail based on the drawings.

[0021] Referring to FIGS. 1, 2, and 3, an electronic device (1) may include a printed circuit board (10). The printed circuit board (10) may be disposed inside the electronic device (1) (e.g., inside a housing). The printed circuit board (10) may include connectors (100) disposed on a surface of a substrate constituting the printed circuit board (10). A pair of connectors (100) may include a first connector (200) and a second connector (300). The pair of connectors (100) may electrically connect internal components of the electronic device (1). For example, one connector (e.g., a first connector (200)) arranged on a printed circuit board (10) is connected to another connector (e.g., a second connector (300)) arranged at an end portion of a line electrically connected to an internal component of an electronic device (1), so that a pair of connectors (100) can electrically connect the one component of the electronic device (1) and the printed circuit board (10). For example, a pair of connectors (100) can transmit an electrical signal for the operation of a display, a camera, and / or a battery. A pair of connectors (100) can electrically connect a printed circuit board to another printed circuit board. A pair of connectors (100) can be referred to as a pair of connecting members in terms of providing a connection between a component and a printed circuit board or between printed circuit boards.

[0022] At least one of the connectors constituting a pair of connectors (100) can be fixed (or mounted) on a printed circuit board by a surface mounted technology (SMT) process. One connector constituting a pair of connectors (100) can be fixed on the printed circuit board by soldering. For example, the first connector (200) constituting a pair of connectors (100) can be electrically connected to the printed circuit board by soldering to the printed circuit board. According to one embodiment, the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) can be a plug (or header, male) and a socket (or receptacle, female) in a board-to-board connector (BtoB connector) that connects different boards. The first connector (200) and the second connector (300) may be arranged on different printed circuit boards to provide a path for a signal for power supply or a signal for data transmission. For example, the first connector (200) may be arranged on a printed circuit board, and the second connector (300) may be arranged on a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB). However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the first connector (200) may be arranged on a printed circuit board, the second connector (300) may be arranged on another printed circuit board, and a pair of connectors (100) may be BtoB connectors connecting printed circuit boards.

[0023] The first connector (200) may be a socket connector soldered on a printed circuit board, and the second connector (300) may be a plug connector connected to one end of an FPCB. The other end of the FPCB may be connected to another printed circuit board or another component that is distinct from the printed circuit board. The other end of the FPCB may include a plug connector that is the same as or similar to the second connector (300), and the plug connector located at the other end of the FPCB may be connected to a socket connector arranged on another printed circuit board or another component. As another example, the other end of the FPCB may be formed integrally with lines extending from the other printed circuit board or another component instead of having a connector arranged thereon. The first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are connected so that a pair of connectors (100) can be electrically connected to a printed circuit board and another printed circuit board, or a printed circuit board and another component.

[0024] The first connector (200) may include a base (210), a wall (220), side walls (230), conductive members (240, 250), and a set of multiple signal terminals (260, 270).

[0025] The base (210), the wall (220), and the side walls (230) can form the outer shape of the first connector (200). The base (210), the wall (220), and the side walls (230) can be formed integrally. The base (210), the wall (220), and the side walls (230) can include a non-conductive material. For example, the base (210), the wall (220), and the side walls (230) can be a polymer material having rigidity. For example, the base (210), the wall (220), and the side walls (230) can be made of an insulator including a non-conductive material such as resin and / or epoxy, but are not limited thereto. The integrally formed base (210), wall (220) and side walls (230) may be referred to as a housing or body in terms of forming the outer shape of the first connector (200). The wall (220) and side walls (230) may be referred to as non-conductive side walls in terms of being formed of a non-conductive material and providing a space capable of accommodating the second connector (300).

[0026] According to one embodiment, when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled, one side (210a) of the base (210) mounted on the printed circuit board (10) may face the second connector (300), and the other side (210b) facing the one side (210a) may face the printed circuit board (10) of the electronic device (1). For example, the other side (210b) of the base (210) may be disposed on the printed circuit board (10). The first connector (200) may include a conductive material exposed on the other side (210b). The conductive material exposed on the other side (210b) of the first connector (200) may be soldered with the conductive material exposed on the printed circuit board (10). By coupling the conductive materials, the first connector (200) may be electrically connected to the printed circuit board (10). According to one embodiment, the base (210) may include a recess (211). The recess (211) may be an empty space formed on one surface (210a) of the base (210) to accommodate at least a portion of the second connector (300). For example, the recess (211) may have a shape corresponding to the shape of the second connector (300). By accommodating a portion of the second connector (300) in the empty space of the recess (211), the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) may be coupled.

[0027] According to one embodiment, the wall (220) can guide the engagement position of the second connector (300) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are engaged. The wall (220) can be formed in a shape corresponding to the receiving space (311) of the second connector (300). For example, when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are engaged, the wall (220) can occupy the receiving space (311) of the second connector (300).

[0028] In one embodiment, the moon (220) may mean a portion of the base (210) surrounded by the recess (211). In one embodiment, the moon (220) may protrude from one side (210a) of the base (210). For example, the moon (220) may protrude from the center of one side (210a) of the base (210) and have a shape that extends long in one direction. The moon (220) may extend along the longitudinal direction (e.g., the y-axis direction) of the base (210). The moon (220) may be spaced apart from the side walls (230) formed on the base (210).

[0029] In one embodiment, the side walls (230) may be portions where terminals for transmitting signals and power are arranged when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled. The side walls (230) may be arranged on one surface (210a) of the base (210) and may form a recess (211). In one embodiment, the side walls (230) may surround the wall (220). For example, the side walls (230) may form a recess (211) together with the wall (220). The side walls (230) may be spaced apart from the wall (220) to provide a recess (211) between the side walls (230) and the wall (220). According to one embodiment, the sidewalls (230) may include a first sidewall (231), a second sidewall (232), a third sidewall (233), and a fourth sidewall (234). The first sidewall (231) may extend along a first direction (e.g., a -x direction). The second sidewall (232) may extend substantially parallel to the first sidewall (231). For example, the second sidewall (232) may be spaced apart from the first sidewall (231) along a second direction (e.g., a +y direction) that is substantially perpendicular to the first direction and may extend in the first direction (e.g., a -x direction). The third sidewall (233) may extend from one end of the first sidewall (231) to one end of the second sidewall (232) in the second direction (e.g., a +y direction). The fourth side wall (234) may extend from the other end of the first side wall (231) to the other end of the second side wall (232) in the second direction. In one embodiment, the third side wall (233) may be spaced apart from the fourth side wall (234) along the first direction (e.g., the -x direction) and may extend substantially parallel to the fourth side wall (234).

[0030] According to one embodiment, the side walls (230) may include a corner formed at a location where one side wall of the side walls (230) contacts another side wall. For example, the corner may be formed at a location where the first side wall (231) contacts the third side wall (233), a location where the first side wall (231) contacts the fourth side wall (234), a location where the second side wall (232) contacts the third side wall (233), and a location where the second side wall (232) contacts the fourth side wall (234). According to one embodiment, the angle of the corner may vary depending on the angle at which each of the side walls (230) contacts. For example, the angle of the corner may be a right angle when the side walls (230) contact each other so as to be perpendicular to each other. For another example, the corner may have a curvature, with at least one of the side walls (230) being curved in an area adjacent to the corner.

[0031] According to one embodiment, the conductive members (240, 250) may be power terminals of the first connector (200) that input or output power. The conductive members (240, 250) may function as power terminals of the first connector (200) and, at the same time, as reinforcing members to prevent damage to the first connector (200). For example, the conductive members (240, 250) may be made of a material having superior rigidity to the base (210) so as to prevent the base (210) and the wall (220) from being damaged by the second connector (300) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled. For example, the conductive members (240, 250) may be made of a metal material having superior electrical conductivity, such as copper, but are not limited thereto. In one embodiment, the conductive members (240, 250) may include a first conductive member (240) and a second conductive member (250). The first conductive member (240) may be disposed at one edge of the first connector (200). The second conductive member (250) may be disposed at the other edge of the first connector (200) opposite to the edge of the first connector (200) where the first conductive member (240) is disposed. In one embodiment, the first conductive member (240) and the second conductive member (250) may function as electrode terminals having opposite polarities. For example, when the first conductive member (240) functions as a positive terminal, the second conductive member (250) may function as a negative terminal.

[0032] According to one embodiment, the first conductive member (240) may include a first reinforcing portion (241), a second reinforcing portion (242), a third reinforcing portion (243), and a first contact portion (244). According to one embodiment, the first conductive member (240) may integrally form the first reinforcing portion (241), the second reinforcing portion (242), the third reinforcing portion (243), and the first contact portion (244).

[0033] In one embodiment, the first reinforcing portion (241) may surround at least a portion of the first side wall (231). For example, the first reinforcing portion (241) may surround an outer surface of the first side wall (231) and extend from one end of the first side wall (231) to the other end of the first side wall (231) in a first direction (e.g., -x direction). In one embodiment, a portion of the first reinforcing portion (241) may cover a portion of one surface (210a) of the base (210) (e.g., a portion of the recess (211)). The first reinforcing portion (241) may surround a portion of the recess (211) that is in contact with the first side wall (231). A portion of the first reinforcing member (241) located on one side (210a) of the base (210) can prevent one side (210a) of the base (210) from being damaged by the second connector (300).

[0034] In one embodiment, the second reinforcing portion (242) may surround an area including an edge where the first side wall (231) and the third side wall (233) meet. For example, the second reinforcing portion (242) may surround a portion of the third side wall (233) from the edge formed by the first side wall (231) and the third side wall (233) and extend in a second direction (e.g., +y direction).

[0035] In one embodiment, the third reinforcing member (243) may surround an area including an edge where the first side wall (231) and the fourth side wall (234) meet. For example, the third reinforcing member (243) may surround a portion of the fourth side wall (234) from the edge formed by the first side wall (231) and the fourth side wall (234) and extend in a second direction (e.g., +y direction).

[0036] According to one embodiment, the first reinforcing portion (241), the second reinforcing portion (242), and the third reinforcing portion (243) may be formed integrally. The first reinforcing portion (241), the second reinforcing portion (242), and the third reinforcing portion (243) may prevent the first side wall (231) from being exposed to the outside. The first reinforcing portion (241), the second reinforcing portion (242), and the third reinforcing portion (243) may prevent the corner where the first side wall (231) and the third side wall (233) contact each other, and the corner where the first side wall (231) and the fourth side wall (234) contact each other, among the side walls (230), from being exposed to the outside.

[0037] According to one embodiment, the first contact portion (244) can be electrically connected to a terminal of the second connector (300) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled. According to one embodiment, the first contact portion (244) can be arranged to surround one end of the wall (220). The first contact portion (244) can prevent the wall (220) from being damaged by the second connector (300) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled. For example, the first contact portion (244) can surround each side of one end of the wall (220) that faces the first reinforcement portion (241), the second reinforcement portion (242), and the third reinforcement portion (243). According to one embodiment, the first contact portion (244) may include a terminal groove (244a) that is electrically connected to a movable terminal of the second connector (300) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled. The terminal groove (244a) may contact the terminal (350) of the second connector (300) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled, thereby forming an electrical contact. The terminal groove (244a) may be formed, for example, on a side of the first contact portion (244) that faces the second reinforcing portion (242) or on a side of the first contact portion (244) that faces the third reinforcing portion (243).

[0038] According to one embodiment, the first conductive member (240) may include a contact groove (245). The contact groove (245) may form an electrical contact by making contact with an outer surface of the second connector (300) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled. For example, the contact groove (245) may be formed on a side surface of the second reinforcing member (242) facing the moon (220) in a first direction (e.g., -x direction). As another example, the contact groove (245) may be formed on a side surface of the third reinforcing member (243) facing the moon (220) in a direction opposite to the first direction (e.g., +x direction).

[0039] According to one embodiment, the first conductive member (240) can expand the contact area of ​​the conductive member when the first connector (200) is coupled with the second connector (300) by integrally forming the first reinforcing portion (241), the second reinforcing portion (242), and the third reinforcing portion (243). The first reinforcing portion (241), the second reinforcing portion (242), and the third reinforcing portion (243) can secure a wide contact area with the second connector (300) by completely covering the first side wall (231), the corners formed at both ends of the first side wall (231), a portion of the third side wall (233), and a portion of the fourth side wall (234). A pair of connectors (100) can increase the amount of current that can flow between the first connector (200) and the second connector (300).

[0040] According to one embodiment, the second conductive member (250) may be arranged at the edge of the first connector (200) so as to be symmetrical with the first conductive member (240) with respect to the month (220). Since the second conductive member (250) and the first conductive member (240) may be identical or similar to each other, the description of the first conductive member (240) described above may be identically or similarly applied to the second conductive member (250). For example, the second conductive member (250) may include a fourth reinforcing member (251), a fifth reinforcing member (252), a sixth reinforcing member (253), and a second contact portion (254). The second conductive member (250) may integrally form the fourth reinforcing member (251), the fifth reinforcing member (252), the sixth reinforcing member (253), and the second contact portion (254). The fourth reinforcing member (251) can surround the second side wall (232). The fifth reinforcing member (252) can surround an area including an edge where the second side wall (232) and the third side wall (233) meet. The sixth reinforcing member (253) can surround an area including an edge where the second side wall (232) and the fourth side wall (234) meet. The second contact member (254) can be arranged to surround the other end of the wall (220) opposite to one end of the wall (220). The second contact member (254) can include a terminal groove (254a) that accommodates a portion of a terminal (350) of the second connector (300) when coupled with the second connector (300).

[0041] According to one embodiment, similar to the first conductive member (240), the fourth reinforcing member (251), the fifth reinforcing member (252), and the sixth reinforcing member (253) can secure a wide contact area with the second connector (300) by completely covering the second side wall (232), the corners formed at both ends of the second side wall (232), a portion of the third side wall (233), and a portion of the fourth side wall (234). A pair of connectors (100) can increase the amount of current that can flow between the first connector (200) and the second connector (300).

[0042] A set of multiple signal terminals (260, 270) may be connected to a data line. The set of multiple signal terminals (260, 270) may input or output an electrical signal for exchanging data between internal components of the electronic device (1). The set of multiple signal terminals (260, 270) may be spaced apart from each other. According to one embodiment, each signal terminal of the set of multiple signal terminals (260, 270) may input or output a different type of electrical signal. The set of multiple signal terminals (260, 270) may include a conductive member. The set of multiple signal terminals (260, 270) may be made of a metal material including copper, silver, or gold having excellent electrical conductivity, but is not limited thereto. The set of multiple signal terminals (260, 270) may be referred to as a movable terminal or an elastic terminal in terms of being elastic and being deformable by an external force.

[0043] According to one embodiment, the set of multiple signal terminals (260, 270) may include a set of multiple first signal terminals (260) and a set of multiple second signal terminals (270). The set of multiple first signal terminals (260) may be spaced apart from the third sidewall (233) and spaced apart from each other along a direction parallel to the third sidewall (233) (e.g., a +y-axis direction). The set of multiple second signal terminals (270) may be spaced apart from the fourth sidewall (234) and spaced apart from each other along a direction parallel to the fourth sidewall (234) (e.g., a +y-axis direction). The set of multiple first signal terminals (260) and the set of multiple second signal terminals (270) may be arranged on the wall (220). In order to minimize the size of the first connector (200), the width (d1) of each of the signal terminals constituting the set of multiple signal terminals (260, 270) may be approximately 0.3 mm or less. For example, the width (d1) of each of the signal terminals constituting the set of multiple signal terminals (260, 270) may be 0.15 mm to 0.3 mm. A pair of connectors (100) with a reduced size can increase the space efficiency of the electronic device (1).

[0044] In one embodiment, the wall (220) may include a plurality of receiving grooves (221, 222). Each of the plurality of receiving grooves (221, 222) may receive a respective set of a plurality of signal terminals (260, 270). In one embodiment, the plurality of receiving grooves (221, 222) may include a plurality of first receiving grooves (221) and a plurality of second receiving grooves (222). The plurality of first receiving grooves (221) may be formed on one side of the wall (220) facing the third sidewall (233) to receive a plurality of sets of first signal terminals (260). The plurality of second receiving grooves (222) may be formed on the other side of the wall (220) facing the fourth sidewall (234) to receive a plurality of sets of second signal terminals (270). For example, a plurality of first receiving grooves (221) may be arranged at a position on one side of the wall (220) corresponding to a position on the third side wall (233) where a plurality of sets of first signal terminals (260) are arranged. A plurality of second receiving grooves (222) may be arranged at a position on the other side of the wall (220) corresponding to a position on the fourth side wall (234) where a plurality of sets of second signal terminals (270) are arranged.

[0045] According to one embodiment, the second connector (300) may include a mold (310), bulkheads (320), metallic members (330, 340), a terminal (350), and a plurality of signal terminals (360, 370).

[0046] According to one embodiment, the mold (310) may be placed on a different printed circuit board from the printed circuit board (10) on which the first connector (200) is placed. According to one embodiment, when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled, one side (310a) of the mold (310) may face the first connector (200), and the other side (310b) facing the one side (310a) may face another printed circuit board of the electronic device (1) that is distinct from the printed circuit board (10) coupled with the first connector (200). For example, the mold (310) may be made of an insulator including a non-conductive material such as resin and epoxy, but is not limited thereto. According to one embodiment, an accommodation space (311) may be formed in the mold (310). The receiving space (311) can receive the wall (220) of the first connector (200) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled. According to one embodiment, the other printed circuit board connected to the second connector (300) may be a flexible printed circuit board. For example, the flexible printed circuit board may be formed to connect printed circuit boards, and connectors may be attached to both ends.

[0047] According to one embodiment, the partition walls (320) may be arranged on one surface (310a) of the mold (310) and form a receiving space (311). The partition walls (320) may surround the wall (220) of the first connector (200) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled. According to one embodiment, the partition walls (320) may include a first partition wall (321), a second partition wall (322), a third partition wall (323), and a fourth partition wall (324). The first partition wall (321) may extend along a first direction (e.g., a -x direction). The second partition wall (322) may extend substantially parallel to the first partition wall (321). For example, the second bulkhead (322) may be spaced apart from the first bulkhead (321) along a second direction (e.g., +y direction) that is substantially perpendicular to the first direction and may extend in the first direction. The third bulkhead (323) may be extended from one end of the first bulkhead (321) to one end of the second bulkhead (322) in the second direction. The fourth bulkhead (324) may be extended from the other end of the first bulkhead (321) to the other end of the second bulkhead (322) in the second direction. For example, the fourth bulkhead (324) may be spaced apart from the third bulkhead (323) along the first direction and may extend substantially parallel to the third bulkhead (323).

[0048] According to one embodiment, when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled, the partition walls (320) of the second connector (300) may be in contact with the side walls (230) of the first connector (200). For example, when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled, the first partition wall (321) may be in contact with the first side wall (231), the second partition wall (322) may be in contact with the second side wall (232), the third partition wall (323) may be in contact with the fourth side wall (234), and the fourth partition wall (324) may be in contact with the third side wall (233).

[0049] According to one embodiment, the bulkheads (320) may include an edge formed at a location where one of the bulkheads (320) contacts another bulkhead. For example, the edge may be formed at a location where the first bulkhead (321) contacts the third bulkhead (323), a location where the first bulkhead (321) contacts the fourth bulkhead (324), a location where the second bulkhead (322) contacts the third bulkhead (323), and a location where the second bulkhead (322) contacts the fourth bulkhead (324).

[0050] According to one embodiment, the bulkheads (320) may occupy the recesses (211) of the first connector (200) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are connected. For example, the bulkheads (320) may protrude in a shape corresponding to the shape of the recess (211).

[0051] According to one embodiment, the metallic members (330, 340) may function as power terminals of the second connector (300) by inputting or outputting an electrical signal for supplying power. According to one embodiment, the metallic members (330, 340) may contact the conductive members (240, 250) of the first connector (200) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled. According to one embodiment, the metallic members (330, 340) may include a first metallic member (330) and a second metallic member (340). The first metallic member (330) may be disposed at one edge of the second connector (300). The second metallic member (340) may be disposed at the other edge of the second connector (300) and spaced apart from the first metallic member (330). According to one embodiment, when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled, the first metallic member (330) of the second connector (300) can be in contact with the first conductive member (240) of the first connector (200), and the second metallic member (340) of the second connector (300) can be in contact with the second conductive member (250) of the first connector (200).

[0052] According to one embodiment, the first metallic member (330) and the second metallic member (340) can function as electrode terminals with opposite polarities. For example, when the first metallic member (330) functions as a positive terminal, the second metallic member (340) can function as a negative terminal. For example, the metallic members (330, 340) can be made of a metal material having excellent electrical conductivity, such as copper, but are not limited thereto.

[0053] In one embodiment, the first metallic member (330) may surround an area including an edge where one of the partition walls (320) contacts another partition wall. For example, the first metallic member (330) may surround an area including an edge where the first partition wall (321) contacts the third partition wall (323), and an area including an edge where the first partition wall (321) contacts the fourth partition wall (324). In one embodiment, the first metallic member (330) may include a contact protrusion (331). The contact protrusion (331) may contact the contact groove (245) of the first conductive member (240) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled, thereby forming an electrical contact. According to one embodiment, the contact protrusion (331) may protrude from the outer surface of the first metallic member (330).

[0054] According to one embodiment, the second metallic member (340) may be positioned at the edge of the second connector (300) so as to be symmetrical with the first metallic member (330) with respect to the receiving space (311). Since the second metallic member (340) and the first metallic member (330) may be identical or similar to each other, the description of the first metallic member (330) described above may be identically or similarly applied to the second metallic member (340). For example, the second metallic member (340) may surround an area including an edge where the second bulkhead (322) and the third bulkhead (323) contact each other and an area including an edge where the second bulkhead (322) and the fourth bulkhead (324) contact each other.

[0055] According to one embodiment, the terminal (350) is disposed on the mold (310) and can form an electrical connection with the conductive members (240, 250) of the first connector (200) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled. According to one embodiment, the terminal (350) is made of a deformable material, so that it can be deformed by the contact portions (244, 254) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled. For example, when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled, the terminal (350) can be seated in the terminal groove (244a) of the first contact portion (244) to form an electrical connection with the first contact portion (244).

[0056] According to one embodiment, the mold (310) may further include a receiving portion (312) that receives a portion of the terminal (350). The receiving portion (312) may be disposed in an area of ​​the partition walls (320) adjacent to the metallic members (330, 340) to surround the terminal (350). The receiving portion (312) may provide a space in which the terminal (350) can move when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled. For example, the receiving portion (312) may be formed in the third partition wall (323) and the fourth partition wall (324) adjacent to the first metallic member (330). As another example, the receiving portion (312) may be formed in the third partition wall (323) and the fourth partition wall (324) adjacent to the second metallic member (340).

[0057] According to one embodiment, the plurality of signal terminals (360, 370) can form an electrical connection with the set of the plurality of signal terminals (260, 270) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled. The plurality of signal terminals (360, 370) can input or output an electrical signal for exchanging data between internal components of the electronic device (1). The plurality of signal terminals (360, 370) can be spaced apart from each other. According to one embodiment, each of the plurality of signal terminals (360, 370) can input or output a different type of electrical signal. For example, the plurality of signal terminals (360, 370) can be made of a metal material including copper having excellent electrical conductivity, but is not limited thereto. According to one embodiment, the plurality of signal terminals (360, 370) may include a set of third signal terminals (360) and a set of fourth signal terminals (370). The set of third signal terminals (360) may be spaced apart from the first metallic member (330) and spaced apart from each other along the third partition wall (323). The set of fourth signal terminals (370) may be spaced apart from the second metallic member (340) and spaced apart from each other along the fourth partition wall (324). According to one embodiment, each of the set of third signal terminals (360) and the set of fourth signal terminals (370) may form an electrical connection with the set of first signal terminals (260) and the set of second signal terminals (270) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled.

[0058] According to the above-described embodiment, a pair of connectors (100) can have increased rigidity because the first connector (200) includes conductive members (240, 250) and the second connector (300) includes metallic members (330, 340). For example, the first conductive member (240) can be arranged to surround an area including a corner formed by the side walls (230), thereby enhancing the rigidity of the first connector (200). When the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled, the second connector (300) can press the side walls (230) of the first connector (200). Stress can be generated inside the side walls (230) due to the pressing force exerted by the second connector (300). The stress can be concentrated on the corner formed by the side walls (230). If the first conductive member (240) does not surround the corners formed by the side walls (230), the side walls (230) may be damaged by stress, thereby reducing the lifespan of the first connector (200). According to one embodiment, the first connector (200) is arranged so that the first conductive member (240) surrounds the corners formed by the side walls (230), thereby reinforcing the rigidity of the first connector (200), thereby increasing the lifespan.

[0059] Fig. 4 is a cross-sectional view of the combined connectors taken along line A-A'. Fig. 5 is a cross-sectional view of the first connector taken along line B-B'.

[0060] Referring to FIGS. 4 and 5, the first connector (200) may include a set of a plurality of first signal terminals (260) and a set of a plurality of second signal terminals (270). One signal terminal (260') of the sets of the plurality of first signal terminals (260) may include a first fastening portion (261), a first extension portion (262), and a first movable portion (263). The first fastening portion (261) of one signal terminal (260') of the sets of the plurality of first signal terminals (260) may be disposed on the third side wall (233).

[0061] In one embodiment, the first movable portion (263) may be connected to the first extension portion (262) and spaced apart from the first fastening portion (261). For example, the first movable portion (263) may extend upward (in the +z-axis direction) from one end of the first extension portion (262) adjacent to the wall (220). The first movable portion (263) may be bent and spirally wound toward the first fastening portion (261). The first movable portion (263) may be received in one of the plurality of first receiving grooves (221). In one embodiment, one signal terminal (260') of the sets of the plurality of first signal terminals (260) may further include a first fastening protrusion (264). The first fastening protrusion (264) may protrude from the first fastening portion (261) toward the wall (220). For example, the first fastening protrusion (264) may protrude in the first direction (-x-axis direction) from one side of the first fastening portion (261). The present invention is not limited thereto, and the position of the first fastening protrusion (264) may be formed in various positions. For example, the first fastening protrusion (264) may be formed on a portion of the first movable portion (263) that contacts one signal terminal (360') of the first movable portion (263) and a plurality of third signal terminal sets (360).

[0062] One signal terminal (270') of the set of a plurality of second signal terminals (270) may include a second fastening portion (271), a second extension portion (272), and a second movable portion (273). The second fastening portion (271) of one signal terminal (270') of the set of a plurality of second signal terminals (270) may be disposed on the fourth side wall (234).

[0063] In one embodiment, the second movable portion (273) may be connected to the second extension portion (272) and positioned to face the second fastening portion (271). For example, the second movable portion (273) may extend upward (in the +z-axis direction) from one end of the second extension portion (272) adjacent to the wall (220). The second movable portion (273) may be bent and spirally wound toward the second fastening portion (271). The second movable portion (273) may be received in one of the plurality of second receiving grooves (222). In one embodiment, the set of the plurality of second signal terminals (270) may include a second fastening protrusion (274). The second fastening protrusion (274) may protrude from the second fastening portion (271) toward the wall (220). For example, the second fastening protrusion (274) may protrude from one side of the second fastening portion (271) in a direction opposite to the first direction (+x-axis direction). The present invention is not limited thereto, and the position of the second fastening protrusion (274) may be formed at various positions. For example, the second fastening protrusion (274) may be formed at a portion of the second movable portion (273) that contacts one signal terminal (370') of the second movable portion (273) and a plurality of fourth signal terminal sets (370).

[0064] The second connector (300) can be fastened to the first connector (200) by at least a portion of the second connector (300) inserted into the recess (211). For example, the partition walls (323, 324) can occupy the recess (211) of the first connector (200) when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are fastened.

[0065] The second connector (300) may include a set of a plurality of third signal terminals (360) and a set of a plurality of fourth signal terminals (370). The second connector (300) may further include partition walls (323, 324) for maintaining the shapes of the sets of the plurality of third signal terminals (360) and the sets of the plurality of fourth signal terminals (370). The partition walls (323, 324) may protrude from one side (310a) of the mold (310) toward the recess (211) of the first connector (200). The other side (310b) of the mold (310) may be formed to be substantially flat so as to be placed on a printed circuit board or FPCB. One signal terminal (360') of the sets of the plurality of third signal terminals (360) may surround the third partition wall (323). When the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled, one signal terminal (360') surrounding the third partition wall (323) can be brought into contact with the first movable part (263). Through the one signal terminal (360') brought into contact with the first movable part (263), one signal terminal (360') of the sets of the plurality of third signal terminals (360) can be electrically connected to one signal terminal (260') of the sets of the plurality of first signal terminals (260). One signal terminal (360') of the sets of the plurality of third signal terminals (360) can pressurize one signal terminal (260') of the sets of the plurality of first signal terminals (260). The first movable part (263) of one signal terminal (260') of the pressed sets of the plurality of first signal terminals (260) can be deformed.

[0066] A set (260) of a plurality of first signal terminals and a set (270) of a plurality of second signal terminals of the first connector (200) may be symmetrical with respect to the month (220), and a set (360) of a plurality of third signal terminals and a set (370) of a plurality of fourth signal terminals of the second connector (300) may be symmetrical with respect to the receiving space (311). One signal terminal (360') of the set (360) of the plurality of third signal terminals is described as being in contact with one signal terminal (260') of the set (260) of the plurality of first signal terminals, but is not limited thereto. A first connector (200) having a set of a plurality of first signal terminals (260) and a set of a plurality of second signal terminals (270) that are symmetrical to each other with respect to the month (220), a set of a plurality of third signal terminals (360) and a set of a plurality of fourth signal terminals (370), when a second connector (300) that is symmetrical to each other with respect to the receiving space (311) is connected, the set of a plurality of third signal terminals (360) can be brought into contact with the set of a plurality of second signal terminals (270).

[0067] One signal terminal (370') of the sets (370) of the plurality of fourth signal terminals can surround the fourth partition wall (324). When the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled, one signal terminal (370') surrounding the fourth partition wall (324) can come into contact with the second movable part (273). Through one signal terminal (370') coming into contact with the second movable part (273), one signal terminal (370') of the sets (370) of the plurality of fourth signal terminals can be electrically connected to one signal terminal (270') of the sets (270) of the plurality of second signal terminals. One signal terminal (370') of the sets (370) of the plurality of fourth signal terminals can pressurize one signal terminal (270') of the sets (270) of the plurality of second signal terminals. The second movable part (273) of one signal terminal (270') of the set of pressurized plurality of second signal terminals (270) can be deformed.

[0068] Although it has been described that one signal terminal (370') of the sets (370) of the plurality of fourth signal terminals is in contact with one signal terminal (270') of the sets (270) of the plurality of second signal terminals, it is not limited thereto. When the first connector (200) and the set (260) of the plurality of first signal terminals and the set (270) of the plurality of second signal terminals are symmetrical with respect to the month (220), the set (360) of the plurality of third signal terminals and the set (370) of the plurality of fourth signal terminals are connected with the second connector (300) which is symmetrical with respect to the receiving space (311), the set (370) of the plurality of fourth signal terminals can be in contact with the set (260) of the plurality of first signal terminals.

[0069] The signal terminals (260') constituting the set of a plurality of first signal terminals (260) and the signal terminals (270') constituting the set of a plurality of second signal terminals (270) can be spirally wound to have elasticity for connection between the first connector (200) and the second connector (300).

[0070] According to the above-described embodiment, the set of the plurality of first signal terminals (260) and the set of the plurality of second signal terminals (270) wound in a spiral shape can be deformed by being pressed by the engagement of the second connector (300). The deformed set of the plurality of first signal terminals (260) and the set of the plurality of second signal terminals (270) can press the wall (220). The repulsive force caused by the wall (220) according to the pressing of the wall (220) can be transmitted to the contact point between the signal terminal (260') and the signal terminal (360') (or the signal terminal (370')) and the contact point between the signal terminal (270') and the signal terminal (370') (or the signal terminal (360'). The connection between the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) can be maintained by the transmitted repulsive force.

[0071] The shapes of the signal terminals included in the set of first signal terminals (260) and the set of second signal terminals (270) described above are explained based on FIGS. 6a and 6b.

[0072] Fig. 6a is a drawing showing an exemplary movable terminal of the first connector (200). Fig. 6b is a drawing showing a change in the movable terminal of the first connector (200) when the second connector (300) is coupled to the first connector (200).

[0073] Referring to FIGS. 6A and 6B, when the width (or pitch) of a terminal (e.g., one terminal of a set of a plurality of first signal terminals (260)) constituting a connector (e.g., a first connector (200)) is narrowed, the pressure between the terminal and a terminal (e.g., one terminal of a set of a plurality of second signal terminals (270)) constituting another connector (e.g., a second connector (270)) may be reduced. The first connector (200) according to one embodiment may include a structure for increasing the pressure (e.g., contact pressure) between the terminals in order to maintain a connection between the first connector (200) and the second connector (300).

[0074] Each signal terminal among the sets (260) of the plurality of first terminals may include a first movable part (263) having a holding part (610) and a contact part (620). The holding part (610) may be connected to the first extension part (262). The holding part (610) may extend along the wall (220). The contact part (620) may be pressed by a second connector (e.g., the second connector (300) of FIG. 1 and the second connector (300) of FIG. 3). For example, the contact part (620) may include a contact that contacts one signal terminal of the set (360) of the plurality of third signal terminals (or the set (370) of the plurality of fourth signal terminals) of the second connector (300). One signal terminal of the set of third signal terminals (360) (or the set of fourth signal terminals (370)) can be brought into contact with the contact portion (620) in the area (p1). For example, when the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) are coupled, one signal terminal of the set of third signal terminals (360) (or the set of fourth signal terminals (370)) can press the contact portion (620) in the area (p1).

[0075] The holding portion (610) may be configured to come into contact with a contact portion (620) that moves according to the pressure of the second connector (300) when the first connector (200) is connected to the second connector (300). For example, when the first connector (200) is connected to the second connector (300), the contact portion (620) that comes into contact with one signal terminal of the set of multiple third signal terminals (360) may move toward the wall (220) or the holding portion (610). The contact portion (620) that moves toward the holding portion (610) may come into contact with the inner surface of the holding portion (610). When the first connector (200) is connected to the second connector (300), the contact portion (620) may come into contact with the holding portion (610) in the area (p2). The contact portion (620) can pressurize the area (p2) of the holding portion (610).

[0076] When the first connector (200) is connected to the second connector (300), the holding portion (610) can be deformed to come into contact with the wall (220) by the pressure of the contact portion (620). The holding portion (610) can be configured to be deformed by contact with the contact portion (620) so as to pressurize the wall (220). A portion of the holding portion (610) pressed by the contact portion (620) can move toward the wall (220). The holding portion (610) can pressurize the wall (220) in the area (p3).

[0077] The holding portion (610) may be configured to maintain the connection between the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) by transmitting a repulsive force generated from the wall (220) to the contact portion (620) according to the pressure of the wall (220). The repulsive force generated from the wall (220) in the area (p3) may be transmitted to the holding portion (610). The repulsive force transmitted to the area (p3) may be transmitted to the contact portion (620) in contact with the holding portion (610) through the area (p2). The repulsive force transmitted to the area (p2) may be transmitted to one of the signal terminals of the set (360) of the plurality of third signal terminals (or the set (370) of the plurality of fourth signal terminals) in contact with the contact portion (620) through the area (p1). The repulsive force transmitted to one of the signal terminals of the set of third signal terminals (360) (or the set of fourth signal terminals (370)) through the area (p1) can maintain the connection between the first connector (200) and the second connector (300).

[0078] When the first connector (200) is disconnected from the second connector (300), the holding portion (610) can be deformed to be spaced apart from the wall (220). When the first connector (200) is disconnected from the second connector (300), the connection between the set of the plurality of third signal terminals (360) (or the set of the plurality of fourth signal terminals (370)) and the set of the plurality of first signal terminals (260) can be disconnected. When the first connector (200) is disconnected from the second connector (300), the force applied to the contact portion (620) by one signal terminal of the set of the plurality of third signal terminals (360) (or the set of the plurality of fourth signal terminals (370)) in the area (p1) can be removed. When the first connector (200) is disconnected from the second connector (300), the contact portion (620) can be released from the holding portion (610). By removing the force applied from one signal terminal of the set of third signal terminals (360) (or the set of fourth signal terminals (370)) in the area (p1), the contact portion (620) in the area (p2) can be separated from the holding portion (610). A portion of the holding portion (610) from which contact with the contact portion (620) is released can be separated from the wall (220) in the area (p3).

[0079] The contact portion (620) may further include an extension region (621) and a pressure region (622) to transmit a force applied from the second connector (300) when the first connector (200) is connected to the second connector (300). The extension region (621) may be connected to the holding portion (610). A distance from a base (e.g., base (210) of FIG. 2) to a connection point between the holding portion (610) and the extension region (621) may be different from a distance between the region (p1) and the base (210). The extension region (621) may extend from the holding portion (610) to the region (p1). The extension region (621) may be inclined with respect to the base (or the first extension portion (262)). When the first connector (200) is connected to the second connector (300), the area (p1) may be brought into contact with one terminal included in the plurality of third signal terminal sets (360) (or the plurality of fourth signal terminal sets (370)) of the second connector (300). The area (p1) may be referred to as a contact area in terms of the side that comes into contact with another terminal.

[0080] The pressurized area (622) may extend from the area (p1) toward the holding portion (610). The pressurized area (622) may pressurize the inner surface of the holding portion (610) facing the contact portion (620) when the first connector (200) is coupled to the second connector (300). One end (622a) of the pressurized area (622) may face the inner surface of the holding portion (610). When the first connector (200) is coupled to the second connector (300), the one end (622a) of the pressurized area (622) may come into contact with the inner surface of the holding portion (610) due to deformation of the contact portion (620). For example, a protrusion (611) (or embossed area) may be formed in a portion that contacts one end (622a) of the pressure area (622) on the inner surface of the holding portion (610).

[0081] Each terminal constituting the set (260) of a plurality of first signal terminals may include a plurality of bending regions. For example, the first movable portion (263) may include a first bending region (632) disposed between the holding portion (610) and the contact portion (620), and a second bending region (631) and a third bending region (633) to distribute stress applied to the bending region located between the contact portion (620) and the holding portion (610) when the first connector (200) is connected to the second connector (300). The second bending region (631) may be disposed within the contact portion (620). For example, the second bending region (631) may be the same region as the region (p1) or may be an region around the region (p1). The third bending region (633) may be located between the first extension portion (262) and the first movable portion (263). The plurality of bending regions (631, 632, 633) may provide deformation of terminals constituting the plurality of sets of first signal terminals (260). For example, while the plurality of sets of first signal terminals (260) are deformed, the first bending region (632) may include the rotational axis of the extension region (621). When the region (p1) is pressed by the second connector (300), the extension region (621) may rotate counterclockwise about the first bending region (632). While the plurality of sets of first signal terminals (260) are deformed, the second bending region (631) may include the rotational axis of the pressurized region (622). When the area (p1) is pressurized by the second connector (300), the pressurized area (622) can rotate counterclockwise about the second bending area (631). While the set (260) of the plurality of first signal terminals is deformed, the third bending area (633) can include the rotational axis of the first movable part (263). When the area (p1) is pressurized by the second connector (300), the first movable part (263) can rotate clockwise about the third bending area (633).

[0082] The above-described embodiments have been described as being applied to a set (260) of a plurality of first signal terminals, but are not limited thereto. If the set (260) of a plurality of first signal terminals and the set (270) of a plurality of second signal terminals are symmetrical with respect to the month (220), and the first connector (200) and the set (360) of a plurality of third signal terminals and the set (370) of a plurality of fourth signal terminals are symmetrical with respect to the receiving space (311), the same or similar application may be made to the set (270) of a plurality of second signal terminals.

[0083] The first connector (200) according to the above-described embodiment includes a plurality of bending regions to increase the pressure (e.g., contact pressure) between the terminals, and provides a plurality of contact points, thereby maintaining the connection between the first connector (200) and the second connector (300).

[0084] The first connector (200), which is configured to provide high pressure between terminals, can be formed with a narrow terminal width. The size of the first connector (200) formed with a narrow width can be reduced. A small first connector (200) can increase the usability of the internal space of an electronic device.

[0085] Figure 7 is an enlarged drawing of the C area of ​​the first connector (200).

[0086] Referring to FIG. 7, the wall (220) of the first connector (200) may include guide walls (710, 720) arranged on both sides of one signal terminal of a set of a plurality of first signal terminals (260). The guide walls (710, 720) may include a first guide wall (710) arranged on one side of one signal terminal of the set of a plurality of first signal terminals (260) and a second guide wall (720) arranged on the other side of one signal terminal of the set of a plurality of first signal terminals (260). The first guide wall (710) may cover a portion of one side of one signal terminal of the set of a plurality of first signal terminals (260). The second guide wall (720) may cover a portion of the other side of one signal terminal of the set of a plurality of first signal terminals (260). The first guide wall (710) and the second guide wall (720) can overlap with a set of a plurality of first signal terminals (260) when the faces of the guide walls (710, 720) are viewed vertically.

[0087] The first guide wall (710) and the second guide wall (720) can guide the movement of the one signal terminal when the one signal terminal is pressed by an external object. For example, when the first connector (200) is coupled to the second connector (300), when pressed by the terminal of the second connector (300), one signal terminal of the set (260) of the first signal terminals of the first connector (200) can move toward the inner surface of the wall (220) along the guide walls (710, 720). The first guide wall (710) and the second guide wall (720) can guide the movement of the one signal terminal when the force applied to the one signal terminal by the external object is released. For example, when the first connector (200) is decoupled from the second connector (300), if the terminal of the first connector (200) is separated from the terminal of the second connector (300), one signal terminal of the set (260) of first signal terminals of the first connector (200) can move along the guide walls (710, 720) from the inner surface of the wall (220) to the outer surface of the wall (220) (e.g., the side walls (231, 232, 233, 234) of the first connector (200).

[0088] The wall (220) may include a cover (790) that overlaps a set of a plurality of first terminals (260). When the first connector (200) is viewed from above in a third direction (e.g., in the -z-axis direction), the wall (220) may include a cover (790) that overlaps a portion of a contact portion (e.g., a first contact portion (244) of FIG. 2) of the set of a plurality of first terminals (260). The cover (790) may restrict movement of a terminal of one of the sets of a plurality of first signal terminals (260) from moving into an internal space of the wall (220) toward an upper portion of the wall (220).

[0089] Although the above-described guide walls (710, 720) have been described with respect to one signal terminal among the sets (260) of the plurality of first signal terminals, they may be applied to all sets (260) of the plurality of first signal terminals. For example, the plurality of guide walls may be respectively positioned between terminals constituting the sets (260) of the plurality of first signal terminals.

[0090] The above-described guide walls (710, 720) have been described as being applied to a set (260) of a plurality of first signal terminals, but are not limited thereto. Since the set (260) of a plurality of first signal terminals and the set (270) of a plurality of second signal terminals are symmetrical with respect to the wall (220), the guide walls (710, 720) may be applied identically or similarly to a set (270) of a plurality of second signal terminals.

[0091] According to the above-described embodiment, the terminals of the first connector (200) formed with a narrow width may be deformed by an external force. Since the movement of the terminals due to deformation of the narrow width terminals may not be constant, the first guide wall (710) and the second guide wall (720) can guide the terminals to move along a designated path.

[0092] Fig. 8 is a drawing illustrating a movable terminal of a first connector (200) including a protrusion therein. Fig. 9 is a drawing illustrating a movable terminal of a first connector (200) including a groove therein.

[0093] Referring to FIGS. 8 and 9, when the contact portion (620) is pressed in the area (p1) by one of the signal terminals of the set of third signal terminals (360) (or the set of fourth signal terminals (370)), the contact portion (620) may be deformed. For example, when the contact portion (620) is pressed in the area (p1) by one of the signal terminals of the set of third signal terminals (360) (or the set of fourth signal terminals (370)), the pressing area (622) of the contact portion (620) may move toward the inner surface (610a) of the holding portion (610). By the movement of the pressing area (622), an end of the pressing area (622) may come into contact with a structure formed on the inner surface (610a) of the holding portion (610). The structure may be formed in the area (p2). Depending on the shape of the structure, the amount of deformation of the contact portion (620) of the set (260) of multiple first signal terminals can be determined.

[0094] The contact portion (620) may include a groove for accommodating a portion of a terminal (e.g., one of a set of a plurality of third signal terminals (360) or a set of a plurality of fourth signal terminals (370)) of the second connector (300) when the first connector (200) is coupled to the second connector (300). The contact portion (620) may include a groove formed in the area (p1). However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the contact portion (620) may include a protrusion formed in the area (p1). The protrusion formed in the area (p1) may be inserted into a groove formed in a signal terminal of one of the sets of a plurality of third signal terminals (360).

[0095] Referring to Fig. 8, the holding portion (610) may include a protrusion (611) (or embossed area) that comes into contact with the contact portion (620) when the first connector (200) is connected to the second connector (300). The movement distance of the pressing area (622) may be reduced by the protrusion distance of the protrusion (611) protruding from one surface (610a) of the holding portion (610).

[0096] As the movement distance of the pressurized area (622) decreases, the repulsive force by the wall (220) can be increased. With the increased repulsive force, the contact pressure or bonding force between the terminals of the first connector (200) and the terminals of the second connector (300) can be increased.

[0097] Referring to FIG. 9, the holding portion (610) may include a groove (911) that comes into contact with the contact portion (620) when the first connector (200) is connected to the second connector (300). The movement distance of the pressing area (622) may increase by the depth of the groove (911) sunken from one surface (610a) of the holding portion (610). By providing the groove (911) by the movement distance of the pressing area (622), the size of the connector may be reduced.

[0098] The above-described embodiments have been described as being applied to a set (260) of a plurality of first signal terminals, but are not limited thereto. If the set (260) of a plurality of first signal terminals and the set (270) of a plurality of second signal terminals are symmetrical to each other with respect to the month (220), and the first connector (200) and the set (360) of a plurality of third signal terminals and the set (370) of a plurality of fourth signal terminals are symmetrical to each other with respect to the receiving space (311), the same or similar application may be made to the set (270) of a plurality of second signal terminals.

[0099] A pair of connectors may include narrow terminals to miniaturize the connector. To increase the contact pressure of the narrow terminals and distribute stress within the terminals, each terminal may include multiple contact points and multiple bending portions. According to one embodiment, the connector and the substrate including the connector can ensure the stability of the connection between the connectors and increase the rigidity of the connector.

[0100] The technical tasks to be achieved in this document are not limited to the technical tasks mentioned above, and other technical tasks not mentioned will be clearly understood by those with ordinary knowledge in the technical field to which this document pertains.

[0101] According to the above-described embodiment, the connector (the first connector (200) of FIG. 1 or the first connector (200) of FIG. 2) may include a base (e.g., the base (210) of FIG. 2), a wall (e.g., the wall (220) of FIG. 2), and a terminal (e.g., one signal terminal of a plurality of sets of first signal terminals (260) of FIG. 2 or one signal terminal of a plurality of sets of second signal terminals (270) of FIG. 2). The wall (220) may be fixed to the base (210). The terminal (260; 270) may be partially fixed to the base (210). The terminal (260; 270) may be configured to be electrically connected to another connector (e.g., the second connector (300) of FIG. 1).

[0102] The terminal (260; 270) may include a contact portion (e.g., the contact portion (620) of FIG. 6A) and a holding portion (e.g., the holding portion (610) of FIG. 6A). The contact portion may be pressed by another connector (300). The holding portion may extend from the contact portion (620). The holding portion (610) may come into contact with the contact portion (620) that moves according to the pressing of the other connector (300) while the connector (200) is connected to the other connector (300). The holding portion (610) may be deformed by the contact portion (620) to press the wall (220). The holding portion (610) may be configured to maintain a connection between the connector (200) and the other connector (300) by a repulsive force generated from the wall (220) according to the pressure of the wall (220).

[0103] According to the above-described embodiment, the first connector (200) can increase the contact pressure to maintain the connection with the second connector (300). The pressure of the contact portion between the first connector (200) and the second connector (300) can be increased by the repulsive force caused by the contact portion (620) of the first connector (200) pressing the wall (220). Based on the increased pressure between the first connector (200) and the second connector (300), the connection of a pair of small-sized connectors can be maintained. The first connector and the second connector can improve the space efficiency of an electronic device including a plurality of components.

[0104] The contact portion (620) may include an extension region (e.g., extension region (621) of FIG. 6A), a contact region (e.g., region (p1)), and a pressing region (e.g., pressing region (622) of FIG. 6A). The extension region (621) may extend from the holding portion (610). The contact region (p1) connected to the extension region (621) may be electrically connected to another terminal (360; 370) of the other connector (300) when the connector (200) is connected to the other connector (300). The pressing region (622) extending from the contact region (p1) toward the holding portion (610) may press one surface of the holding portion (610) toward the contact portion (620) when the connector (200) is connected to the other connector (300).

[0105] According to the above-described embodiment, the first connector (200) has a plurality of contact areas, thereby causing a repulsive force of the wall (220), thereby increasing the contact pressure with the second connector (300).

[0106] When the above connector (200) is connected to the other connector (300), a part of the holding portion (610) can be deformed to face the wall (220) by the pressure of the contact portion (620).

[0107] When the connection between the above connector (200) and the other connector (300) is released, the holding part (610) can be deformed to move away from the wall (220).

[0108] According to the above-described embodiment, the holding part (610) has elasticity, thereby stably providing connection and release between connectors.

[0109] The above terminal (260; 270) can be spirally wound to have elasticity for connection between the connector (200) and the other connector (300).

[0110] According to the above-described embodiment, the spiral terminal can have a plurality of contact points to improve elasticity.

[0111] The terminal (260; 270) may include a first bending region (e.g., the first bending region (632) of FIG. 6A) and a second bending region (e.g., the second bending region (631) of FIG. 6A). The first bending region (632) may be positioned between the contact portion (620) and the holding portion (610).

[0112] The second bending region (631) may be positioned within the contact portion (620) to distribute stress applied to the bending region located between the contact portion (620) and the holding portion (610) when the connector (200) is connected to the other connector (300).

[0113] According to the above-described embodiment, the connector can reduce the concentration of stress applied to a single point of the terminal by including terminals that include bending regions. By distributing the stress, the destruction of the terminal can be reduced. By reducing the breakage of the terminal, the failure of electronic devices due to damage to the connector can be reduced.

[0114] The above-mentioned wall (220) may include a first guide wall (710) covering one side of the terminal (260; 270) and a second guide wall (720) covering the other side of the terminal (260; 270). The guide walls (710, 720) may guide movement of the contact portion (620) in a direction toward the wall (220).

[0115] The holding portion (610) may include a protrusion (e.g., a protrusion (611) of FIG. 6A). The protrusion (611) may be configured to come into contact with the contact portion (620) when the connector (200) is connected to the other connector (300).

[0116] The holding portion (610) may include a groove (e.g., groove (911) of FIG. 9). The groove (911) may come into contact with the contact portion (620) when the connector (200) is connected to the other connector (300).

[0117] According to the above-described embodiment, the connector can control the amount of movement (or overlapping amount) of the terminal according to contact by using a structure (groove or protrusion) formed in the holding portion (610).

[0118] The above-mentioned month (220) may include a cover (e.g., cover (790) of FIG. 7). The cover (790) may overlap a portion of the contact portion (620) when the connector (200) is viewed from above.

[0119] According to the above-described embodiment, the connector can limit the position of the terminal by including a cover that covers a portion of the terminal. The connector including the cover can position a terminal having a relatively thin width within a space formed on the wall.

[0120] The width of the above terminal (260; 270) may be 0.15 mm to 0.3 mm.

[0121] The above contact portion (620) may include a terminal groove that accommodates a portion of a terminal (260; 270) of the other connector (300) when coupled with the other connector (300).

[0122] According to the above-described embodiment, the connector includes a terminal groove, so that when mated with another connector, a connection between the connector and the other connector can be maintained.

[0123] The connector (200) may further include another terminal (270; 260) that is symmetrical with respect to the terminal (260; 270) with respect to the month (220).

[0124] The connector (200) may further include a first terminal set including a plurality of terminals (260; 270) spaced apart from the terminal (260; 270) at a specified interval along the wall (220), and a second terminal set including a plurality of terminals (260; 270) spaced apart from the other terminal (260; 270) at a specified interval along the wall (220).

[0125] The connector (200) may further include side walls (231; 232; 233; 234) formed along the edge of the base (210) and spaced apart from the wall (220) and the terminal (260; 270).

[0126] The above base (210) and the above wall (220) may include a non-conductive material. The above terminal (260; 270) may include a conductive material.

[0127] A printed circuit board (e.g., printed circuit board (10) of FIG. 1) may include a connector (200) mounted on the substrate, which includes a substrate, a fixed wall (220) and a flexible movable terminal (260; 270).

[0128] The above movable terminal (260; 270) may include a contact portion (620) that comes into contact with a terminal (360; 370) of another connector (300) and a holding portion (610) that is connected to the contact portion (620) and extends toward the substrate along the wall (220).

[0129] The contact portion (620) may include an extension area (621) connected to the holding portion (610). The contact portion (620) may include a contact area (p1) connected to the extension area (621) and contacting a terminal (260; 270) of the other connector (300) and moving toward the wall (220). The contact portion (620) may include a pressing area (622) that extends from the contact area (p1) toward the holding portion (610) and contacts one surface of the holding portion (610) facing the contact portion (620) according to the movement of the contact area (p1).

[0130] The holding portion (610) may be configured to be deformed to pressurize the wall (220) by contact with the contact portion (620), and to maintain a connection between the connector (200) and the other connector (300) by transmitting a repulsive force generated from the wall (220) according to the pressing of the wall (220) to the contact portion (620).

[0131] The above movable terminal (260; 270) may include a first bending region (632) positioned between the contact portion (620) and the holding portion (610). The above movable terminal may further include a second bending region (631) positioned between the contact portion (p1) and the pressurizing region (622).

[0132] When the above connector (200) is connected to the other connector (300), a part of the holding portion (610) can be deformed to come into contact with the wall (220) by the pressure of the contact portion (620).

[0133] When the connection between the above connector (200) and the other connector (300) is released, the holding part (610) can be deformed to be separated from the wall (220).

[0134] The above-mentioned wall (220) can guide the movement of the contact portion (620) in the direction toward the wall (220) by including a first guide wall (710) covering one side of the terminal (260; 270) and a second guide wall (720) covering the other side of the terminal (260; 270).

[0135] The width of the above terminal (260; 270) may be 0.15 mm to 0.3 mm.

[0136] The effects that can be obtained from the present disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects that are not mentioned will be clearly understood by a person having ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure pertains.

[0137] FIG. 10 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to various embodiments.

[0138] Referring to FIG. 10, in a network environment (1000), an electronic device (1001) may communicate with an electronic device (1002) via a first network (1098) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with at least one of an electronic device (1004) or a server (1008) via a second network (1099) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1001) may communicate with the electronic device (1004) via the server (1008). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1001) may include a processor (1020), a memory (1030), an input module (1050), an audio output module (1055), a display module (1060), an audio module (1070), a sensor module (1076), an interface (1077), a connection terminal (1078), a haptic module (1079), a camera module (1080), a power management module (1088), a battery (1089), a communication module (1090), a subscriber identification module (1096), or an antenna module (1097). In some embodiments, the electronic device (1001) may omit at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (1078)), or may have one or more other components added. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., sensor module (1076), camera module (1080), or antenna module (1097)) may be integrated into a single component (e.g., display module (1060)).

[0139] The processor (1020) may, for example, execute software (e.g., a program (1040)) to control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (1001) connected to the processor (1020) and perform various data processing or operations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or operations, the processor (1020) may store commands or data received from other components (e.g., a sensor module (1076) or a communication module (1090)) in a volatile memory (1032), process the commands or data stored in the volatile memory (1032), and store result data in a non-volatile memory (1034). According to one embodiment, the processor (1020) may include a main processor (1021) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or an auxiliary processor (1023) (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 (1021). For example, when the electronic device (1001) includes the main processor (1021) and the auxiliary processor (1023), the auxiliary processor (1023) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (1021) or to be specialized for a given function. The auxiliary processor (1023) may be implemented separately from the main processor (1021) or as a part thereof.

[0140] The auxiliary processor (1023) may control at least a portion of functions or states associated with at least one component (e.g., the display module (1060), the sensor module (1076), or the communication module (1090)) of the electronic device (1001), for example, on behalf of the main processor (1021) while the main processor (1021) is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor (1021) while the main processor (1021) is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (1023) (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 (1080) or a communication module (1090)). In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (1023) (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 (1001) itself where the artificial intelligence model is executed, or can be performed through a separate server (e.g., server (1008)). 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.

[0141] The memory (1030) can store various data used by at least one component (e.g., the processor (1020) or the sensor module (1076)) of the electronic device (1001). The data can include, for example, software (e.g., the program (1040)) and input data or output data for commands related thereto. The memory (1030) can include volatile memory (1032) or non-volatile memory (1034).

[0142] The program (1040) may be stored as software in memory (1030) and may include, for example, an operating system (1042), middleware (1044), or an application (1046).

[0143] The input module (1050) can receive commands or data to be used in a component of the electronic device (1001) (e.g., a processor (1020)) from an external source (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (1001). The input module (1050) 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).

[0144] The audio output module (1055) can output audio signals to the outside of the electronic device (1001). The audio output module (1055) 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.

[0145] The display module (1060) can visually provide information to an external party (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (1001). The display module (1060) 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 (1060) 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.

[0146] The audio module (1070) can convert sound into an electrical signal, or vice versa, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module (1070) can acquire sound through the input module (1050), output sound through the sound output module (1055), or an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (1002)) (e.g., speaker or headphone) directly or wirelessly connected to the electronic device (1001).

[0147] The sensor module (1076) can detect the operating status (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device (1001) 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 (1076) 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.

[0148] The interface (1077) may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device (1001) to an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (1002)). In one embodiment, the interface (1077) may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0149] The connection terminal (1078) may include a connector through which the electronic device (1001) may be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (1002)). In one embodiment, the connection terminal (1078) may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0150] The haptic module (1079) 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 (1079) can include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

[0151] The camera module (1080) can capture still images and videos. In one embodiment, the camera module (1080) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0152] The power management module (1088) can manage power supplied to the electronic device (1001). According to one embodiment, the power management module (1088) can be implemented as, for example, at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0153] A battery (1089) may power at least one component of the electronic device (1001). In one embodiment, the battery (1089) may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0154] The communication module (1090) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (1001) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (1002), electronic device (1004), or server (1008)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (1090) may operate independently from the processor (1020) (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 (1090) may include a wireless communication module (1092) (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 (1094) (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Any of these communication modules may communicate with an external electronic device (1004) via a first network (1098) (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network (1099) (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 may be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module (1092) may use subscriber information (e.g., an international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (1096) to verify or authenticate the electronic device (1001) within a communication network such as the first network (1098) or the second network (1099).

[0155] The wireless communication module (1092) can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies following the 4G network, such as NR access technology (new radio access technology). NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), minimizing terminal power and connecting multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine type communications)), or high reliability and low latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications)). The wireless communication module (1092) can support, for example, a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave band) to achieve a high data transmission rate. The wireless communication module (1092) may 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 (1092) may support various requirements specified in the electronic device (1001), an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (1004)), or a network system (e.g., the second network (1099)). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module (1092) 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.

[0156] The antenna module (1097) 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 (1097) 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 (1097) 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 (1098) or the second network (1099), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, for example, by the communication module (1090). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (1090) and an external electronic device via the at least one selected antenna. In some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (1097).

[0157] According to various embodiments, the antenna module (1097) 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.

[0158] 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)).

[0159] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (1001) and an external electronic device (1004) via a server (1008) connected to a second network (1099). Each of the external electronic devices (1002 or 1004) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (1001). According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations executed in the electronic device (1001) may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices (1002, 1004, or 1008). For example, when the electronic device (1001) is to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (1001) 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 (1001). The electronic device (1001) 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 (1001) may provide an ultra-low latency service by using distributed computing or mobile edge computing, for example. In one embodiment, the external electronic device (1004) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (1008) may be an intelligent server utilizing machine learning and / or a neural network.According to one embodiment, an external electronic device (1004) or server (1008) may be included within the second network (1099). The electronic device (1001) may be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart homes, smart cities, smart cars, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0160] 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.

[0161] 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.

[0162] 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).

[0163] Various embodiments of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., a program (1040)) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., an internal memory (1036) or an external memory (1038)) readable by a machine (e.g., an electronic device (1001)). For example, a processor (e.g., a processor (1020)) of the machine (e.g., an electronic device (1001)) 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.

[0164] According to one embodiment, the method according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may be provided as included in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded as a product between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)), or may be distributed online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) via an application store (e.g., Play Store™) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored or temporarily generated in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or an intermediary server.

[0165] According to various embodiments, each component (e.g., a module or a program) of the above-described components may include one or more entities, and some of the entities may be separated and placed in other components. According to various embodiments, one or more components or operations of the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, a plurality of components (e.g., a module or a program) may be integrated into a single component. In such a case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the plurality of components identically or similarly to those performed by the corresponding component among the plurality of components prior to the integration. According to various embodiments, the operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

Claims

1. In the connector (200), Month (220); and A terminal (260; 270) configured to be electrically connected to another connector (300) and separated from the above-mentioned month (220); The above terminal (260; 270) includes a contact part (620) pressed by the other connector (300) and a holding part (610) extending from the contact part (620). The above holding portion (610) is in contact with the contact portion (620) that moves according to the pressure of the other connector (300) while the connector (200) is connected to the other connector (300). It is deformed by contact with the contact part (620) to pressurize the above month (220), By transmitting the repulsive force caused from the above-mentioned month (220) to the above-mentioned contact part (620) according to the pressurization of the above-mentioned month (220), the connection between the above-mentioned connector (200) and the above-mentioned other connector (300) is maintained. Connector (200).

2. In paragraph 1, The above contact point (620) is An extension area (621) connected to the above holding portion (610), A contact area (p1) connected to the above extension area (621) and in contact with another terminal (360; 370) of the other connector (300) when the connector (200) is connected to the other connector (300), and A pressing area (622) extending from the contact area (p1) toward the holding portion (610) and pressing one surface of the holding portion (610) toward the contact portion (620) when the connector (200) is connected to the other connector (300), Connector (200).

3. In paragraph 1 or 2, When the connection between the above connector (200) and the other connector (300) is released, the holding part (610) is deformed to be separated from the wall (220). Connector (200).

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, The above terminal (260; 270) is be spirally wound to have elasticity for connection between the above connector (200) and the other connector (300); Connector (200).

5. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 4, The above terminal (260; 270) is A first bending region (632) located between the contact portion (620) and the holding portion (610); and When the above connector (200) is connected to the other connector (300), the second bending region (631) located within the contact portion (620) is further included to disperse the stress applied to the terminal. Connector (200).

6. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 5, The above month (220) is, It comprises a first guide wall (710) covering one side of the terminal (260; 270) and a second guide wall (720) covering the other side of the terminal (260; 270), and is configured to guide the movement of the contact part (620) in the direction toward the wall (220). Connector (200).

7. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, The above holding part (610) is When the above connector (200) is connected to the other connector (300), it includes a protrusion (611) that comes into contact with the contact portion (620). Connector (200).

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, The above holding part (610) is When the above connector (200) is connected to the other connector (300), it includes a groove (911) that comes into contact with the contact portion (620). Connector (200).

9. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 8, The above month (220) is, When looking at the above connector (200) from above, it includes a cover (790) that overlaps a part of the above contact portion (620). Connector (200).

10. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 9, The width of the above terminal (260; 270) is 0.15 mm to 0.3 mm. Connector (200).

11. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 10, The above contact point (620) is When combined with the other connector (300), it includes a fastening groove that accommodates a part of the terminal (360; 370) of the other connector (300). Connector (200).

12. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 11, Further including another terminal (270; 260) that is symmetrical to the terminal (260; 270) based on the above month (220). Connector (200).

13. In paragraph 12, A first terminal set including a plurality of terminals spaced apart from the terminal (260; 270) along the wall (220) at specified intervals; and A second terminal set further comprising a plurality of terminals (260; 270) spaced apart from the other terminal (270; 260) along the moon (220) at a specified interval; Connector (200).

14. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 13, A base (210) supporting the above month (220); and Further comprising side walls (231; 232; 233; 234) spaced apart from the above-mentioned month (220) and the above-mentioned terminal (260; 270) and arranged along the edge of the above-mentioned base (210); Connector (200).

15. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 14, The above month (220) contains a non-conductive material, The above terminal (260; 270) comprises a conductive material. Connector (200).

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