Electronic device comprising speaker module

Abstract

An electronic device according to one embodiment comprises: a housing including a first housing part and a second housing part; a guide member including a first guide part and a second guide part movably coupled to the first guide part; and a speaker module of which at least a portion is disposed in a recess formed in the first guide part and an opening formed in the side surface of the first housing part. At least a portion of a diaphragm of the speaker module is positioned to overlap the opening.

Description

Electronic device including a speaker module

[0001] The present disclosure relates to an electronic device including a speaker module.

[0002] An electronic device may include a speaker for providing audio signals. The speaker may include a diaphragm that generates audio signals by vibration. The audio signals generated from the diaphragm may be radiated in a direction toward which the diaphragm faces. For example, radiating the audio signals may include transmitting, emitting, and / or outputting sound waves generated by the vibration of the diaphragm.

[0003] The electronic device may include a housing having a rollable or slideable structure. For example, the housing may include a first housing and a second housing that are movably coupled. The second housing may be slidable relative to the first housing. The electronic device may include a guide member for guiding the sliding of the second housing.

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

[0005] An electronic device is provided. The electronic device may include a housing comprising a first housing part and a second housing part. The electronic device may include a guide member comprising a first guide part coupled to the first housing part and a second guide part coupled to the second housing part and movably coupled to the first guide part. The electronic device may include a speaker module comprising a speaker including a diaphragm and an enclosure surrounding at least a portion of the speaker. The speaker module may be at least partially disposed within a recess formed in the first guide part and an opening formed in a side surface of the first housing part. At least a portion of the diaphragm may be positioned to overlap the opening.

[0006] An electronic device is provided. The electronic device may include a housing comprising a first housing part including a first side and a second side opposite the first side, and a second housing part movably coupled to the first side and the second side. The electronic device may include a first guide member coupled to an inner side of the first side, guiding movement of the second housing part with respect to the first side. The electronic device may include a second guide member coupled to an inner side of the second side, guiding movement of the second housing part with respect to the second side. The electronic device may include a first speaker module disposed within a first opening formed in the first side and a first recess formed in the first guide member. The electronic device may include a second speaker module disposed within a second opening formed in the second side and a second recess formed in the second guide member. The first speaker module may be arranged to face a direction in which the first side faces. The second speaker module may be arranged so that the second side faces in the direction in which it is facing. According to the present disclosure, an electronic device and method as set forth in the appended claims are provided. Other features of the present disclosure will become apparent from the dependent claims and the description below.

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

[0008] FIG. 2A is a top plan view of an exemplary electronic device in a first state.

[0009] FIG. 2b is a bottom view of the electronic device of FIG. 2a in a first state.

[0010] FIG. 2c is a plan view of the exemplary electronic device of FIG. 2a in a second state.

[0011] FIG. 2d is a bottom view of the exemplary electronic device of FIG. 2a in a second state.

[0012] Figures 3a and 3b are exploded perspective views of an exemplary electronic device.

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

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

[0015] Figure 5a illustrates an exemplary speaker module.

[0016] Figure 5b illustrates a diaphragm of an exemplary speaker module.

[0017] Fig. 5c is a cross-sectional view of the diaphragm of Fig. 5b taken along line C-C'.

[0018] Figure 6 illustrates an exemplary electronic device.

[0019] Figure 7a illustrates the interior of an exemplary electronic device.

[0020] Figure 7b illustrates an exemplary guide member.

[0021] Fig. 7c is a cross-sectional view taken along line D-D' of the electronic device of Fig. 7a.

[0022] Figure 8a illustrates an exemplary electronic device.

[0023] Figure 8b is a cross-sectional view taken along line E-E' of the electronic device of Figure 8a.

[0024] Figure 8c is a cross-sectional view taken along line F-F' of the electronic device of Figure 8a.

[0025] Figure 9a illustrates the rear side of an exemplary electronic device.

[0026] Figure 9b illustrates a flexible printed circuit board and enclosure.

[0027] Figure 10 illustrates the assembly process of the speaker.

[0028] Figure 11 schematically illustrates the state in which the speaker of an exemplary electronic device operates.

[0029] Figure 12 illustrates a guide member including a structure for expanding a resonance space.

[0030] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment, according to one embodiment.

[0031] Referring to FIG. 1, in a network environment (100), an electronic device (101) may communicate with an electronic device (102) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with an electronic device (104) or a server (108) via a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). The electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (104) via the server (108). The electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), a memory (130), an input module (150), an audio output module (155), a display module (160), an audio module (170), a sensor module (176), an interface (177), a connection terminal (178), a haptic module (179), a camera module (180), a power management module (188), a battery (189), a communication module (190), a subscriber identification module (196), or an antenna module (197). In another embodiment, the electronic device (101) may have at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (178)) omitted, or one or more other components added. Some of these components (e.g., the sensor module (176), the camera module (180), or the antenna module (197)) may be integrated into one component (e.g., the display module (160)).

[0032] The processor (120) may, for example, execute software (e.g., a program (140)) to control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) and perform various data processing or operations. As at least a part of the data processing or operations, the processor (120) may store commands or data received from other components (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the commands or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store result data in a non-volatile memory (134). The processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or a secondary processor (123) (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor)) that may operate independently or together therewith. For example, if the electronic device (101) includes a main processor (121) and a secondary processor (123), the secondary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a specified function. The secondary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

[0033] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least a part of functions or states associated with at least one component (e.g., a display module (160), a sensor module (176), or a communication module (190)) of the electronic device (101), for example, on behalf of the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. The auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as a part of another functionally related component (e.g., a camera module (180) or a communication module (190)). The auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. The artificial intelligence models may be generated through machine learning. This learning can be performed, for example, in the electronic device (101) itself where artificial intelligence is performed, or can be performed through a separate server (e.g., server (108)). The learning algorithm can include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but is not limited to the examples described above. The artificial intelligence model can include multiple artificial neural network layers.The artificial neural network may be one of a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recurrent neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), a deep Q-network, or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to, or alternatively to, a hardware structure, an artificial intelligence model may include a software structure.

[0034] The memory (130) can store various data used by at least one component (e.g., processor (120) or sensor module (176)) of the electronic device (101). The data can include, for example, software (e.g., program (140)) and input data or output data for commands related thereto. The memory (130) can include volatile memory (132) or non-volatile memory (134).

[0035] The program (140) may be stored as software in the memory (130) and may include, for example, an operating system (142), middleware (144), or an application (146).

[0036] The input module (150) can receive commands or data to be used in a component of the electronic device (101) (e.g., a processor (120)) from an external source (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The input module (150) can include, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (e.g., a button), or a digital pen (e.g., a stylus pen).

[0037] The audio output module (155) can output audio signals to the outside of the electronic device (101). The audio output module (155) can include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or audio recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. The receiver can be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of the speaker.

[0038] The display module (160) can visually provide information to an external party (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The display module (160) may include, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling the device. The display module (160) may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of a force generated by the touch.

[0039] The audio module (170) can convert sound into an electrical signal, or vice versa. The audio module (170) can acquire sound through the input module (150), output sound through the sound output module (155), or an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)) (e.g., speaker or headphone) directly connected to the electronic device (101). The connection can be made through a wired or wireless connection.

[0040] The sensor module (176) can detect the operating status (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device (101) or the external environmental status (e.g., user status) and generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected status. The sensor module (176) can include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0041] The interface (177) may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly connect the electronic device (101) with an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102)). The connection may be via a wired or wireless connection. The interface (177) may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0042] The connection terminal (178) may include a connector through which the electronic device (101) may be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)). According to one embodiment, the connection terminal (178) may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0043] A haptic module (179) can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimuli (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimuli that a user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic sensations. The haptic module (179) can include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

[0044] The camera module (180) can capture still images and videos. The camera module (180) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0045] The power management module (188) can manage power supplied to the electronic device (101). The power management module (188) can be implemented, for example, as at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0046] A battery (189) can power at least one component of the electronic device (101). The battery (189) can include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0047] The communication module (190) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102), electronic device (104), or server (108)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (190) may operate independently from the processor (120) (e.g., application processor) and may include one or more communication processors that support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. The communication module (190) may include a wireless communication module (192) (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module (194) (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module can communicate with an external electronic device (104) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range communication network such as a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). These various types of communication modules can be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module (192) can verify or authenticate the electronic device (101) within a communication network such as the first network (198) or the second network (199) by using subscriber information (e.g., an international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (196).

[0048] The wireless communication module (192) can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies following the 4G network, such as NR access technology (new radio access technology). The NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), minimization of terminal power and connection of multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine type communications)), or high reliability and low latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications)). The wireless communication module (192) can support, for example, a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave band) to achieve a high data transmission rate. The wireless communication module (192) can support various technologies for securing performance in a high-frequency band, such as beamforming, massive multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), full dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna. The wireless communication module (192) can support various requirements specified in the electronic device (101), an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (104)), or a network system (e.g., the second network (199)). The wireless communication module (192) can support a peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for realizing eMBB, a loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for realizing mMTC, 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 realizing URLLC.

[0049] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). The antenna module (197) may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). The antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as the first network (198) or the second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas by, for example, the communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device via the selected at least one antenna. In addition to the radiator, other components (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).

[0050] The antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. The mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent to 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 to 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.

[0051] 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)).

[0052] Commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (104) via a server (108) connected to a second network (199). Each of the external electronic devices (102 or 104) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (101). All or part of the operations executed in the electronic device (101) may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices (102, 104, or 108). For example, when the electronic device (101) is to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (101) may, instead of or in addition to executing the function or service on its own, request one or more external electronic devices to perform the function or at least a part of the service. One or more external electronic devices that receive the request may execute at least a portion of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device (101). The electronic device (101) may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least a portion of a response to the request. For this purpose, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used, for example. The electronic device (101) may provide an ultra-low latency service by using distributed computing or mobile edge computing, for example. The external electronic device (104) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (108) may be an intelligent server utilizing machine learning and / or a neural network. The external electronic device (104) or the server (108) may be included in the second network (199).The electronic device (101) can be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0053] The display of the display module (160) may be flexible. For example, the display may include a display area that is exposed outside the housing of the electronic device (101), which provides at least a portion of the outer surface of the electronic device (101). In such examples, since the display has flexibility, at least a portion of the display may be rollable into the housing or slidable into the housing. For example, the size of the display area may change depending on the size of the at least a portion of the display that is rolled into the housing or slid into the housing. The electronic device (101) including the display may be arranged in a plurality of states, including a first state that provides the display area having a first size and a second state that provides the display area having a second size different from the first size. For example, examples of the first state may be illustrated through the description of FIGS. 2A and 2B .

[0054] FIG. 2A is a top plan view of an exemplary electronic device in a first state.

[0055] Referring to FIG. 2A, the electronic device (101) includes a housing (201) and a flexible display (230). The housing (201) includes a first housing part (210) and a second housing part (220). The first housing part (210) is movable relative to the second housing part (220) in a first direction (261) parallel to the y-axis and a second direction (262) parallel to the y-axis and opposite to the first direction (261). Although the first housing part (210) is described as being moved relative to the second housing part (220) within the present disclosure, this is not limited thereto. The housing (201) has a structure in which the overall size of the housing (201) can be changed according to a change in the relative positional relationship between the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220). For example, the relative positional relationship between the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) may be changed by the operation of a motor (e.g., motor (361) of FIG. 3A) to be described later. For example, the second housing part (220) may be movable with respect to the first housing part (210) by a motor such as the motor (361). Considering the relative movement of the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220), the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) may be movable with respect to each other or with respect to a reference point such as the operation of the motor.

[0056] Within FIG. 2A, the electronic device (101) is in the first state. Within the first state, the second housing part (220) is movable relative to the first housing part (210) in a first direction (261) among the first direction (261) and the second direction (262). Within the first state, the second housing part (220) is substantially not movable relative to the first housing part (210) in the second direction (262).

[0057] Within the first state, the flexible display (230) provides a display area having a minimum size, i.e., a smallest size. For example, within the first state, the display area corresponds to a first display area (230a). Although not illustrated in FIG. 2A, within the first state, a second display area (e.g., corresponding to the second display area (230b) of FIG. 2C) of the flexible display (230) that is different from the first display area (230a) may be included within the first housing part (210). For example, within the first state, the area (e.g., corresponding to the second display area (230b) of FIG. 2C) may be covered by the first housing part (210). In an embodiment, when the electronic device (101) is in the first state, the area corresponding to the second display area (230b) is rolled into the first housing part (210).

[0058] The first state may be referred to as a slide-in state or a closed state in that at least a portion of the second housing part (220) is positioned within the first housing part (210). The first state may be referred to as a reduced state in that it provides the display area having the smallest size.

[0059] The second housing part (220) includes a first image sensor (250-1) within the camera module (180) that is exposed through a portion of the first display area (230a) and faces in a third direction (263) parallel to the z-axis. Although not illustrated in FIG. 2A, the second housing part (220) may include one or more second image sensors within the camera module (180) that are exposed through a portion of the second housing part (220) and faces in a fourth direction (264) parallel to the z-axis and opposite to the third direction (263). The one or more second image sensors may be exemplified through the description of FIG. 2B.

[0060] FIG. 2b is a bottom view of the exemplary electronic device of FIG. 2a in a first state.

[0061] Referring to FIG. 2B, in the first state, one or more second image sensors (250-2) disposed within the second housing part (220) may be positioned within a structure disposed within the first housing part (210) for the one or more second image sensors (250-2). Light from outside the electronic device (101) may be received by the one or more second image sensors (250-2) through the structure within the first state. Since the one or more second image sensors (250-2) are positioned within the structure within the first state, the one or more second image sensors (250-2) may be exposed through the structure within the first state. The structure may be implemented in various ways. For example, the structure may be an opening or a notch. For example, the structure may be an opening (212a) in a first plate (212) of a first housing part (210) that surrounds at least a portion of a second housing part (220). In other embodiments, within the first state, one or more second image sensors (250-2) contained within the second housing part (220) may be covered by the first plate (212) of the first housing part (210).

[0062] An electronic device (101) can change its configuration from a first state to a second state. The first state can be changed to the second state through intermediate states between the first state and the second state. This applies equally to intermediate states between the first state and the second state in which the configuration of the electronic device (101) is changed.

[0063] For example, the first state may be changed to the second state based on a user input, and vice versa. For example, the state change may be initiated in response to a user input to a physical button exposed through a portion of the first housing part (210) or a portion of the second housing part (220). The state change may be initiated in response to a touch input to an executable object displayed within the display area. The state change may be initiated in response to a touch input having a contact point on the display area and having a pressing force greater than or equal to a reference force. The state change may be initiated in response to a voice input received through a microphone of the electronic device (101). The state change may be initiated in response to an external force applied to the first housing part (210) and / or the second housing part (220) to move the second housing part (220) relative to the first housing part (210). The above state change may be initiated in response to a user input identified from an external electronic device (e.g., earbuds or a smart watch) connected to the electronic device (101).

[0064] The second state is illustrated through the descriptions of FIGS. 2c and 2d.

[0065] FIG. 2c is a plan view of the exemplary electronic device of FIG. 2a in a second state.

[0066] Referring to FIG. 2C, the electronic device (101) is in a second state in which the second housing part (220) is movable relative to the first housing part (210) in a second direction (262) among the first direction (261) and the second direction (262). In the second state, the second housing part (220) is substantially not movable relative to the first housing part (210) in the first direction (261).

[0067] Within the second state, the flexible display (230) can provide a display area having a maximum size, i.e., the largest size. For example, within the second state, the display area can correspond to an area (230c) including a first display area (230a) and a second display area (230b). The second display area (230b), which was included within the first housing part (210) within the first state, is exposed within the second state.

[0068] For example, the second state may be referred to as a slide-out state or an open state in that at least a portion of the second housing part (220) disposed outside the first housing part (210) is extended compared to the first state. The second state may be referred to as an expanded state in that it provides the display area having the largest size.

[0069] The first image sensor (250-1) facing the third direction (263) may move together with the first display area (230a) according to the movement of the second housing part (220) in the first direction (261) when the state of the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state. Although not shown in FIG. 2c, the one or more second image sensors (250-2) facing the fourth direction (264) may move according to the movement of the second housing part (220) in the first direction (261) when the state of the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state. The relative positional relationship between the one or more second image sensors (250-2) and the structure illustrated through the description of FIG. 2d may change according to the movement of the one or more second image sensors (250-2). The above change in the above relative positional relationship is illustrated and explained with reference to FIG. 2d.

[0070] FIG. 2d is a bottom view of the exemplary electronic device of FIG. 2a in a second state.

[0071] Referring to FIG. 2d, within the second state, one or more second image sensors (250-2) may be positioned outside the structure. The structure includes an opening (212a). For example, within the second state, one or more second image sensors (250-2) are positioned outside the opening (212a) in the first plate (212). The one or more second image sensors (250-2) may be exposed through the opening (212a) within the first state. Since the one or more second image sensors (250-2) are positioned outside the first housing part (210) within the second state, the one or more second image sensors (250-2) are exposed within the second state. Since one or more second image sensors (250-2) are positioned outside the structure within the second state, the relative positional relationship of the image sensors within the second state may be different from the relative positional relationship of the image sensors when the electronic device is arranged in the first state.

[0072] For example, if the electronic device (101) does not include the above structure such as the opening (212a), one or more second image sensors (250-2) may be exposed within the second state among the first state and the second state.

[0073] Although not shown in FIGS. 2A, 2B, 2C, and 2D, the electronic device (101) may be arranged to assume an intermediate state between the first state and the second state. For example, the size of the display area in the intermediate state may be larger than the size of the display area in the first state and smaller than the size of the display area in the second state. The display area in the intermediate state may correspond to an area that includes a portion of the first display area (230a) and a portion of the second display area (230b). In the intermediate state, a portion of the second display area (230b) may be exposed, and another portion, such as a remaining portion of the second display area (230b), may be covered by the first housing part (210) or rolled into the first housing part (210).

[0074] The electronic device (101) includes a structure for moving the second housing part (220) together with the first housing part (210) of the electronic device (101), for example, a structure for moving the second housing part (220) relative to the first housing part (210) of the electronic device (101). These structures can be exemplified through the description of FIGS. 3A and 3B.

[0075] Figures 3a and 3b are exploded perspective views of an exemplary electronic device.

[0076] Referring to FIGS. 3A and 3B, the electronic device (101) includes a first housing part (210), a second housing part (220), a flexible display (230), and a driving unit (360).

[0077] The first housing part (210) includes a first cover (311), a first plate (212), and a frame (313).

[0078] The first cover (311) may at least partially form a side portion of the outer surface of the electronic device (101). The first cover (311) may include an opening (311a) for one or more second image sensors (250-2). The first cover (311) may include a surface that supports the first plate (212). For example, the first cover (311) may be coupled with the first plate (212). For example, the first cover (311) may include a frame (313). The first cover (311) may be coupled with the frame (313).

[0079] The first plate (212) may at least partially form the rear portion of the outer surface. For example, the first plate (212) may include an opening (212a) for one or more second image sensors (250-2). For example, the first plate (212) may be disposed on the surface of the first cover (311). For example, the opening (212a) may be aligned with the opening (311a).

[0080] The frame (313) may be at least partially surrounded by the first cover (311).

[0081] The frame (313) may be at least partially wrapped by the flexible display (230). For example, although the frame (313) is at least partially wrapped by the flexible display (230), the position of the frame (313) may be maintained independently of the movement of the flexible display (230). For example, the frame (313) may include rails (313a) that provide (or guide) a path for movement of at least one component of the flexible display (230).

[0082] For example, the frame (313) can be coupled with at least one component of the electronic device (101). For example, the frame (313) can support the battery (189). For example, the frame (313) can be coupled with one end of a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) (325) on a surface of the frame (313). For example, although not explicitly shown in FIGS. 3A and 3B , the other end of the FPCB (325) can be connected to the PCB (324) via at least one connector. For example, the PCB (324) can be electrically connected to another PCB (not shown in FIGS. 3A and 3B ) that supplies power to the motor (361) via the FPCB (325).

[0083] The frame (313) can be combined with at least one structure of the electronic device (101) for a plurality of states including the first state and the second state. For example, the frame (313) can fasten the motor (361) of the driving unit (360).

[0084] The second housing part (220) may include a second cover (321) and a second plate (322).

[0085] The second cover (321) may be at least partially wrapped by the flexible display (230). For example, the second cover (321) may be combined with at least a portion of the first display area (230a) of the flexible display (230) wrapping the second cover (321).

[0086] The second cover (321) may be coupled with at least one component of the electronic device (101). For example, the second cover (321) may be coupled with a printed circuit board (PCB) (324) including components of the electronic device (101). For example, the PCB (324) may include the processor (120) described above. The second cover (321) may support one or more second image sensors (250-2) described above.

[0087] The second cover (321) can be combined with the second plate (322).

[0088] The second plate (322) can be coupled with the second cover (321) to protect at least one component of the electronic device (101) coupled within the second cover (321) and / or at least one structure of the electronic device (101) coupled within the second cover (321). The second plate (322) can include a structure for the at least one component. For example, the second plate (322) can include one or more openings (326) for one or more second image sensors (250-2). The one or more openings (326) can be aligned with one or more second image sensors (250-2) disposed on the second cover (321). The size of each of the one or more openings (326) can correspond to the size of each of the lenses included in the one or more second image sensors (250-2).

[0089] The electronic device (101) may include a support member (331) for supporting at least a portion of the flexible display (230). For example, the support member (331) may include a plurality of bars. The plurality of bars may be coupled to each other. The support member (331) may support a second display area (230b) of the flexible display (230).

[0090] The driving unit (360) may include a motor (361), a pinion gear (362), and a rack gear (363).

[0091] The motor (361) may operate based on power from a battery, such as a battery corresponding to the battery (189) of FIG. 1. For example, the power may be provided to the motor (361) in response to a user input.

[0092] The pinion gear (362) can be coupled to the motor (361) through a shaft. The pinion gear (362) can be rotated based on the operation of the motor (361) transmitted through the shaft.

[0093] The rack gear (363) can be arranged cooperatively with the pinion gear (362). The teeth of the rack gear (363) mesh with the teeth of the pinion gear (362), so that the rack gear (363) can be arranged cooperatively with the pinion gear (362). For example, the rack gear (363) can move in the first direction (261) or the second direction (262) depending on the rotation of the pinion gear (362). For example, the rack gear (363) can be coupled with the first housing part (210) or the second housing part (220). For example, the second housing part (220) can be moved in the first direction (261) and the second direction (262) by the rack gear (363) that moves according to the rotation of the pinion gear (362) due to the operation of the motor (361). For example, the first state of the electronic device (101) can be changed to a state different from the first state (e.g., one or more intermediate states or the second state) through the movement of the second housing part (220) in the first direction (261). For example, the second state of the electronic device (101) can be changed to a state different from the second state (e.g., one or more intermediate states or the first state) through the movement of the second housing part (220) in the second direction (262). For example, the first state being changed to the second state by the driving unit (360) and the second state being changed to the first state by the driving unit (360) can be exemplified through FIGS. 4A and 4B.

[0094] Fig. 4a is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary electronic device in a first state. Fig. 4b is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary electronic device in a second state.

[0095] For example, FIG. 4A is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary electronic device (101) taken along line A-A' of FIG. 2A. For example, FIG. 4B is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary electronic device (101) taken along line B-B' of FIG. 2C.

[0096] Referring to FIGS. 4A and 4B, the motor (361) can be operated based on the defined user input received within the first state (490). The pinion gear (362) can be rotated in the first rotation direction (411) based on the operation of the motor (361). The rack gear (363) can be moved in the first direction (261) based on the rotation of the pinion gear (362) in the first rotation direction (411). For example, the second housing part (220) can be moved in the first direction (261) based on the movement of the rack gear (363) in the first direction (261). For example, the second cover (321) within the second housing part (220) can be moved based on the movement of the rack gear (363) in the first direction (261). For example, the flexible display (230) can be moved along the rails (313a). For example, the shape of at least a portion of the plurality of bars of the support member (331) of the flexible display (230) can be changed when the state (490) is changed to the second state (495).

[0097] For example, the second display area (230b) of the flexible display (230) may be moved according to the movement of the flexible display (230). For example, the second display area (230b) may be moved through the space between the first cover (311) and the frame (313) when the state (490) is changed to the state (495) according to the user input defined above. For example, the second display area (230b) in the state (495) may be exposed, unlike the second display area (230b) that is rolled into the space in the state (490).

[0098] For example, since the second cover (321) within the second housing part (220) is coupled with the PCB (324) connected to the other end of the FPCB (325) and fixes the rack gear (363), the shape of the FPCB (325) can be changed when the state (490) is changed to the state (495).

[0099] The motor (361) can be operated based on the defined user input received within the state (495). For example, the pinion gear (362) can be rotated in the second rotational direction (412) based on the operation of the motor (361). For example, the rack gear (363) can be moved in the second direction (262) based on the rotation of the pinion gear (362) in the second rotational direction (412). For example, the second housing part (220) can be moved in the second direction (262) based on the movement of the rack gear (363) in the second direction (262). For example, the flexible display (230) can be moved based on the movement of the rack gear (363) in the second direction (262). For example, the flexible display (230) can be moved along the rails (313a). For example, the shape of at least a portion of the plurality of bars of the support member (331) of the flexible display (230) can be changed when the state (495) is changed to the state (490). The support member (331) can be moved with respect to the first housing part (210). In the state (490), the support member (331) housed inside the first housing part (210) can be positioned between the first cover (311) and the frame (313). As the support member (331) moves, the flexible display (230) can be moved with respect to the first housing part (210).

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

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

[0102] The electronic device (101) includes a speaker (e.g., speaker (510) of FIG. 6) for providing an audio signal. The speaker (510) may include a diaphragm (e.g., diaphragm (511) of FIG. 5C), a magnet (e.g., magnet (512) of FIG. 5C), and a voice coil (e.g., voice coil (513) of FIG. 5C). The speaker (510) may be surrounded by an enclosure (e.g., enclosure (520) of FIG. 5A). The speaker (510) may be placed within a housing (201) of the electronic device (101).

[0103] For example, the diaphragm (511) may be configured to emit a sound referenced as an audio signal by vibrating. The audio signal may be emitted in the direction in which the diaphragm (511) faces. If the diaphragm (511) of a speaker, such as the speaker of the speaker module (501), is positioned so as to face a location where the second display area of ​​the flexible display moves (e.g., the bottom of the housing (201), the audio signal may be blocked by the second display area and may not be effectively transmitted to the user. If the speaker module (501) is positioned close to the top of the housing (201), there may be insufficient space for electronic components (e.g., a printed circuit board, a battery, a driving unit, or second image sensors).

[0104] When the direction in which the audio signal is emitted from the diaphragm (511) and the direction in which the audio signal is emitted from the housing (201) to the outside of the electronic device (101) are different, a structure (e.g., an acoustic duct or an acoustic conduit) for transmitting the audio signal emitted from the diaphragm (511) may be formed inside the housing (201). These structures may include an acoustic duct or an acoustic conduit of a bent shape according to the transmission path of the audio signal, and additional space is required within the housing for the structure. In addition, when the audio signal passes through the structure, the audio signal may be distorted.

[0105] An exemplary electronic device (101) includes a rollable or slideable housing (201), and a speaker (510) is positioned close to the bottom of the housing (201). The electronic device (101) can be arranged so that audio signals radiated from the speaker (510) do not interfere with the flexible display (230). The electronic device (101) has a structure in which the diaphragm (511) can face the side (601) of the housing (201) so that no structure for transmitting the audio signal is required.

[0106] Hereinafter, an exemplary electronic device (101) will be described with reference to FIGS. 5A to 9B. The electronic device (101) described below may include substantially the same components as the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIGS. 2A to 4B. Components identical to the aforementioned components may be assigned the same reference numerals, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0107] Within the present disclosure, it is described that an opening (630) and / or a recess (730) are formed in a side surface (e.g., a side surface (601) of FIG. 6) and a guide member (e.g., a guide member (701) of FIG. 7B) of the first housing part (210) to provide a space in which a speaker (510) is placed, but is not limited to that term. The opening (e.g., the opening (630) of FIG. 8A) and / or the recess (e.g., the recess (730) of FIG. 7B) may be a structure that forms a space in which a speaker (510) is placed and / or for providing a space for placing the speaker (510). For example, the opening (630) and / or the recess (730) may be referred to as a through hole, a receiving portion, a seating portion, or a recess.

[0108] Fig. 5a illustrates an exemplary speaker module. Fig. 5b illustrates a diaphragm of the exemplary speaker module. Fig. 5c is a cross-sectional view of the diaphragm of Fig. 5b taken along line C-C'.

[0109] Referring to FIG. 5A, the speaker module (501) includes a speaker (510) and an enclosure (520). Reference numeral 500a in FIG. 5A indicates the rear side of the speaker module (501), and reference numeral 500b in FIG. 5A indicates the front side of the speaker module (501).

[0110] The speaker (510) includes a diaphragm (511). The diaphragm (511) is configured to emit an audio signal by vibrating. For example, the diaphragm (511) may include a PEI (polyetherimide) film, a PEN (polyethylene naphthalate) film, a PPS (polyphenylene sulfide) film, a PEEK (polyetheretherketone) film, or a paper (cone) series material, but is not limited thereto as long as it is a material with sufficient elasticity.

[0111] The speaker module (501) includes an enclosure (520) that surrounds at least a portion of the speaker (510). The enclosure (520) can protect components included in the speaker (510) (e.g., the diaphragm (511), the magnet (512), and the voice coil (513) of FIG. 5C) and form a resonance space for audio signals. The enclosure (520) includes a first portion (521) and a second portion (522). The first portion (521) is a portion of the enclosure (520) that surrounds the magnet (512) and the voice coil (513). The first portion (521) surrounds and supports the periphery of the diaphragm (511), and may also be referred to as a frame or a basket. The first part (521) may be configured to be combined with the second part (522), or may be configured integrally with the second part (522). The second part (522) is a part of an enclosure (520) that surrounds a resonance space for an audio signal radiated from a diaphragm (511). The second part (522) may form a resonance space on the opposite side to the direction (502) in which the audio signal is radiated from the diaphragm (511). That is, the second part (522) may be configured to function as a back chamber. The main function of the second part (522) may be to function as a back tip.

[0112] The audio signal output from the speaker (510) is amplified at a resonant frequency according to the volume of the resonant space. The audio signal generated by the vibration of the diaphragm (511) can be amplified by resonating within the resonant space. The resonant space can be referred to as a back chamber (or back case) formed on the opposite side to the direction (502) in which the audio signal is radiated from the diaphragm (511). For example, the enclosure (520) can form a sealed resonant space at the rear of the speaker (510) opposite to the direction (502).

[0113] The enclosure (520) includes a contact pad (523) for electrical connection to the speaker (510). The contact pad (523) is electrically connected to the speaker (510). The contact pad (523) may be in contact with a flexible printed circuit board (e.g., the flexible printed circuit board (920) of FIG. 9A) for electrically connecting the printed circuit board (910) and the speaker (510). The flexible printed circuit board (920) may extend from the printed circuit board (e.g., the printed circuit board (910) of FIG. 9A) to which the processor (120) is electrically connected to the contact pad (523). A signal for controlling the speaker (510) provided from the processor (120) may be transmitted through the printed circuit board (910), the flexible printed circuit board (920), and the contact pad (523). The contact pad (523) and the voice coil (e.g., the voice coil (513) of FIG. 5c) may be electrically connected via a lead wire (not shown). The structure of the flexible printed circuit board (920) will be described later with reference to FIGS. 9a and 9b.

[0114] The enclosure (520) is secured within the first housing part (e.g., the first housing part (210) of FIG. 6) while surrounding at least a portion of the speaker (510). The enclosure (520) may include a structure for being secured to the first housing part (210). For example, the enclosure (520) may include a fixing hole (524). A screw (e.g., a screw (810) of FIG. 8A) is inserted through the fixing hole (524) into the first housing part (210) and a guide member (e.g., a guide member (701) of FIG. 7B), thereby securing the enclosure (520) to the first housing part (210).

[0115] Referring to FIGS. 5B and 5C, the speaker (510) includes a magnet (e.g., magnet (512) of FIG. 5C) and a voice coil (e.g., voice coil (513) of FIG. 5C) for vibrating a diaphragm (511). The magnet (512) and the voice coil (513) are disposed below the diaphragm (511). The magnet (512) and the voice coil (513) cause vibration of the diaphragm (511). The voice coil (513) is spaced apart from the magnet (512) and is surrounded by the magnet (512). The magnet (512) is a permanent magnet. The speaker module (501) may include a yoke (514) for fixing the magnet (512). The yoke (514) can collect the force of the magnetic field generated by the magnet (512) to secure the magnet and increase the output and / or efficiency of the speaker (510). The yoke (514) can surround at least a portion of the magnet (512). The yoke (514) can include a bottom plate yoke (514a) or a top plate yoke (514b) of the magnet (512).

[0116] A current containing audio information can be provided from a processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1) to a voice coil (513) through a printed circuit board (910), a flexible printed circuit board (920), and a contact pad (523). When the current flows to the voice coil (513), a magnetic field is formed in the voice coil (513). The voice coil (513) can vibrate due to the mutual attraction or repulsion of a magnetic field formed in a permanent magnet (512) and a magnetic field formed by the voice coil (513). The vibration of the voice coil (513) causes vibration of a diaphragm (511), thereby radiating an audio signal.

[0117] The aforementioned speaker module (501) can be placed within the first housing part (210) and guide member (701) of an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 6). Hereinafter, the structure of an electronic device (101) including the speaker module (501) will be described.

[0118] Figure 6 illustrates an exemplary electronic device.

[0119] Referring to FIG. 6, an exemplary electronic device (101) includes a housing (201) including a first housing part (210) and a second housing part (220).

[0120] The housing (201) may have a slideable structure or a rollable structure. The second housing part (220) may be slidable with respect to the first housing part (210). The electronic device (101) provides a slide-in state (e.g., a first state) in which the second housing part (220) is inserted into the first housing part (210), a slide-out state (e.g., a second state) in which the second housing part (220) is pulled out from the first housing part (210), and a plurality of intermediate states between the first state and the second state. The components for the slideable structure may be substantially the same as the components described above.

[0121] The speaker (510) is configured to radiate an audio signal through the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210). The speaker (510) is at least partially disposed within the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210) so as to radiate an audio signal through the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210). The audio signal radiated from the speaker (510) can be radiated in the direction toward which the side surface (601) faces. For example, the diaphragm (511) can be positioned to overlap with an opening (630) formed in the side surface (601). By arranging the diaphragm (511) to face the direction toward which the side surface (601) faces, the audio signal radiated from the diaphragm (511) can be radiated in the said direction. The opening (630), which is a space in which at least a portion of the speaker (510) can be disposed, can be omitted by partially removing the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210). In that it provides a space in which at least a portion of the speaker (510) is placed, the opening (630) may be replaced with a recess.

[0122] For example, the side (601) includes a first edge portion (601a) and a second edge portion (601b). The second edge portion (601b) is opposite to the first edge portion (601a). For example, the first edge portion (601a) may be an upper (e.g., +y direction) edge. The second edge portion (601b) may be a lower (e.g., -y direction) edge. The first edge portion (601a) may be in contact with the second housing part (220). For example, in the first state, the first edge portion (601a) may be in contact with the second housing part (220).

[0123] For example, the speaker (510) may be arranged closer to the second edge portion (601b) than to the first edge portion (601a) within the side surface (601). If the speaker (510) is closer to the first edge portion (601a), there may be insufficient space for various electronic components arranged on the upper portion of the housing (201). For example, at least one key button (660) for receiving a user input for the electronic device (101) may be positioned at a point where a user's finger is naturally positioned when the user holds the housing (201). Since the user's finger is naturally positioned on the upper portion of the housing (201) when the user holds the housing (201), the at least one key button (660) may be closer to the first edge portion (601a). When the speaker (510) that is at least partially positioned within the opening (630) formed in the side surface (601) is close to the first edge portion (601a), a constraint may arise that overlaps with the position of at least one key button (660). For example, when a conductive portion (e.g., an antenna radiator) for transmitting and / or receiving a wireless signal is formed on the upper edge of the second housing part (220), a design constraint may arise that the speaker hole for the audio signal of the speaker (510) must avoid a non-conductive portion (e.g., a segmented portion) for setting the electrical length of the conductive portion. In addition to the at least one key button (660), since various electronic components are positioned on the upper portion of the housing (201), the speaker (510) may be arranged closer to the second edge portion (601b) than to the first edge portion (601a) for the purpose of providing internal space for the various electronic components.

[0124] The side surface (601) of the first housing part (210) may include a first side surface (610) and a second side surface (620). The first side surface (610) may be opposite to the second side surface (620). The first side surface (610) may be the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210) facing the +x direction. The second side surface (620) may be the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210) facing the -x direction.

[0125] The speaker module (501) may be plural, meaning that the term is used to apply to two or more speaker elements, components, or modules that produce output sound from the electronic device. These plural speaker modules may include two or more generally identical units, for example, to enable the production of a three-dimensional sound output. An exemplary electronic device (101) includes a first speaker module (641) and a second speaker module (642). The first speaker module (641) is at least partially disposed within a first opening (631) formed in the first side (610). The second speaker module (642) is at least partially formed within a second opening (632) formed in the second side (620). The first speaker module (641) is opposite the second speaker module (642). A first audio signal radiated from a first speaker module (641) is transmitted in the opposite direction to a second audio signal radiated from a second speaker module (642). For example, the first speaker module (641) and the second speaker module (642) can be used for stereophonic sound.

[0126] An exemplary electronic device (101) includes a grill (650) coupled to the outside of an opening (630). For example, the grill (650) may cover a speaker (510) by being coupled to the outside of an opening (630) formed in a side surface (601) of a first housing part (210). The grill (650) protects the speaker (510) by covering the speaker (510) exposed through the opening (630). The grill (650) prevents foreign substances from entering the speaker (510). The grill (650) may include a plurality of through holes so that an audio signal radiated from the speaker (510) can be smoothly transmitted. For example, the grill (650) is a mesh grill including radiating holes. The grill (650) forms a part of the exterior design of the housing (201). The grill (650) may include a first grill (651) coupled to the outside of the first opening (631) and a second grill (652) coupled to the outside of the second opening (632).

[0127] At least a portion of a speaker module (e.g., speaker module (501) of FIG. 5a) including a speaker (510) is positioned within an opening (630) formed in a side surface (601) of the first housing part (210) and / or a recess (e.g., recess (730) of FIG. 7b) formed in a guide member (e.g., guide member (701) of FIG. 7a). For example, the speaker (510) may be positioned to overlap the opening (630). Hereinafter, the structure of the guide member (701) will be described.

[0128] Fig. 7a illustrates the interior of an exemplary electronic device. Fig. 7b illustrates an exemplary guide member. Fig. 7c is a cross-sectional view taken along line D-D' of the electronic device of Fig. 7a.

[0129] Referring to FIGS. 7A and 7B , the exemplary electronic device (101) may include a guide member (701). The guide member (701) may slidably couple the second housing part (220) to the first housing part (210). For example, the guide member (701) may include a linear motion guide (LM guide) that guides linear motion.

[0130] For example, the guide member (701) may include a first guide part (e.g., the first guide part (701a) of FIG. 7B) and a second guide part (e.g., the second guide part (701b) of FIG. 7B). The first guide part (701a) may be fixedly coupled to the first housing part (210). The second guide part (701b) may be coupled to the second housing part (220) and movably coupled to the first guide part (701a). For example, the second guide part (701b) may be referred to as a carriage or a block. For example, the first guide part (701a) may include a rail part (741) to which the second guide part (701b) is slidably coupled, and a head part (742) formed at an end of the rail part (741) and restricting the movement of the second guide part (701b). The second guide part (701b) is slidable along the rail part (741). For example, the second guide part (701b) may be movably coupled within the rail part (741). The rail part (741) may include a ball bearing for natural movement of the second guide part (701b). One side of the second guide part (701b) may be movably coupled to the rail part (741) of the first guide part (701a), and the other side of the second guide part (701b) may be coupled to the second housing part (220). When the second guide part (701b) moves along the rail part (741) in the first direction (261), the second housing part (220) coupled to the second guide part (701b) moves in the first direction (261), thereby causing the electronic device (101) to change to the second state. When the second guide part (701b) moves in the second direction (262) opposite to the first direction (261) along the rail part (741), the second housing part (220) coupled to the second guide part (701b) moves in the second direction (262), thereby causing the electronic device (101) to change to the first state.

[0131] At least a portion of a speaker module (e.g., speaker module (501) of FIG. 5A) including a speaker (510) may be placed within a recess (730) formed in a first guide part (701a). The recess (730) may be formed in a head part (742). Since the head part (742) has a structure (e.g., ball bearing) for movement of the second guide part (701b) omitted and is a structure that only functionally has volume, the volume can be utilized as a resonance space. Since the head part (742) is not coupled with the second guide part (701b) unlike the rail part (741), the thickness of the head part (742) may be thicker than the thickness of the rail part (741). A recess (730) is formed in a relatively thick head portion (742), and a speaker (510) and an enclosure (520) are placed within the recess (730), thereby providing a resonant space for an audio signal. In that it provides a space in which at least a portion of the speaker (510) and the enclosure (520) are placed, the recess (730) may be replaced with an opening. A portion of the speaker module (501) may be placed within an opening formed in a side surface (601) of the first housing part (210) (e.g., the opening (630) of FIG. 8A), and the remaining portion of the speaker module (501) may be placed within a recess (730) formed in the guide part. The opening (630) and the recess (730) may form a space in which the speaker module (501) is placed.

[0132] The guide member (701) includes a first guide member (710) and a second guide member (720). The first guide member (710) and the second guide member (720) are coupled to both sides of the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220), thereby enabling movement of the second housing part (220) with respect to the first housing part (210). For example, the first guide member (710) may be coupled to the inner side of the first side (610) and the second housing part (220). The first guide member (710) guides movement of the second housing part (220) with respect to the first side (610). The second guide member (720) may be coupled to the inner side of the second side (620) and the second housing part (220). The second guide member (720) guides the movement of the second housing part (220) with respect to the second side (620). Since the first guide member (710) and the second guide member (720) movably connect the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220), the second housing part (220) can stably move with respect to the first housing part (210). As shown in the exemplary embodiment, when the speaker (510) includes a first speaker module (641) and a second speaker module (642), at least a portion of the first speaker module (641) can be disposed within a first recess (731) formed in the first guide member (710). At least a portion of the second speaker module (642) can be disposed within a second recess (732) formed in the second guide member (720).

[0133] Referring to FIG. 7c, the speaker module (501) can be placed within an opening (630) formed in a side surface (601) of the first housing part (210) and a recess (730) formed in a guide member (701). For example, the speaker module (501) surrounded by the enclosure (520) can utilize a space defined by the thickness of the guide member (701) as a resonance space. The second part (522) of the enclosure (520) surrounding the resonance space can provide the resonance space by protruding in the direction of the thickness of the guide member (701).

[0134] Fig. 8a illustrates an exemplary electronic device. Fig. 8b is a cross-sectional view of the electronic device of Fig. 8a taken along line E-E'. Fig. 8c is a cross-sectional view of the electronic device of Fig. 8a taken along line F-F'.

[0135] Referring to FIG. 8A, the speaker module (501) disposed on the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210) may partially overlap the opening (630) of the first housing part (210). For example, the diaphragm (511) may be positioned to overlap the first opening (631). By arranging the diaphragm (511) to face the direction in which the side surface (601) faces, the audio signal radiated from the diaphragm (511) may be radiated to the outside of the electronic device (101) through the opening (630) without a separate audio duct. Alternatively, in another embodiment, the audio signal radiated from the diaphragm (511) may be radiated to the outside of the electronic device (101) through a relatively short and / or straight audio duct, such as a duct extending directly from the diaphragm (511) to the opening (630). In other words, since the audio duct can be substantially omitted, the design structure of the electronic device (101) can be simplified, and loss or distortion of the audio signal due to passing through the audio duct can be avoided or reduced.

[0136] Referring to FIGS. 8A and 8B, the speaker (510) may be surrounded by an enclosure (520). The enclosure (520) may be coupled to the first housing part (210) through a screw (810) that passes through a fixing hole (524) and is inserted into the first housing part (210) and the guide member (701). When the enclosure (520) is coupled to the first housing part (210), the diaphragm (511) may be arranged parallel to the side surface (601) so that the direction in which the diaphragm faces is substantially the same as the direction in which the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210) faces. Since an audio signal generated by the vibration of the diaphragm (511) is radiated in the direction in which the diaphragm (511) faces, the audio signal may be radiated to the outside of the electronic device (101) through an opening (630) formed in the side surface (601).

[0137] Referring to FIGS. 8A and 8C, the diaphragm (511) may overlap the opening (630). The phrase "the diaphragm (511) overlaps the opening (630)" may refer to the diaphragm (511) being positioned within the opening (630). Both partial overlap and complete overlap are contemplated. As described above, the opening (630) may be replaced with a functionally similar structure in which the speaker module (501) is disposed, as a structure that forms a space in which at least a portion of the speaker module (501) may be disposed. For example, the opening (630) may be replaced with a recess. As described above, since the diaphragm (511) is positioned so as to face the direction in which the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210) faces, the audio signal radiated from the diaphragm (511) is radiated to the outside of the electronic device (101) through the opening (630) without a separate conduit structure. Since the direction in which the audio signal is radiated from the diaphragm (511) and the direction in which the audio signal is radiated to the outside of the electronic device (101) are the same, the audio signal can be transmitted without a separate conduit structure.

[0138] Referring to FIG. 8C, the diaphragm (511) and the voice coil (513) are positioned within the opening (630), and the magnet (512) and the resonance space are positioned within the recess (730). The diaphragm (511) that radiates an audio signal by vibration and the voice coil (513) that causes vibration may have a volume that can be accommodated within the thickness (T1) of the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210). The diaphragm (511) and the voice coil (513) may be positioned within the opening (630) formed using the thickness (T1) of the side surface (601). The magnet (512) that provides a magnetic field for vibration and the resonance space for resonance of the audio signal may be positioned within the recess (730) formed using the thickness (T2) of the guide member (701). Since the thickness (T2) of the guide member (701) is thicker than the thickness (T1) of the side (601), the magnet (512) and the resonance space can be accommodated within the thickness (T2) of the guide member (701).

[0139] The first speaker module (641) may be placed within a first opening (631) formed in the first side (610) and a first recess (731) formed in the first guide member (710). The diaphragm (511) of the first speaker module (641) may be positioned to overlap the first opening (631). The diaphragm (511) and the voice coil (513) of the first speaker module (641) may overlap the first opening (631) formed using the thickness of the first side (610), and the magnet (512) and the resonance space of the first speaker module (641) may overlap the first recess (731) formed using the thickness of the first guide member (710). The second speaker module (642) may be placed within a second opening (632) formed in the second side (620) and a second recess (732) formed in the second guide member (720). The diaphragm (511) of the second speaker module (642) may be positioned to overlap the second opening (632). The diaphragm (511) and the voice coil (513) of the second speaker module (642) may overlap the second opening (632) formed using the thickness of the second side (620), and the magnet (512) and the resonance space of the second speaker module (642) may overlap the second recess (732) formed using the thickness of the second guide member (720).

[0140] Referring back to FIG. 8A, when the speaker (510) is configured to radiate audio signals toward a location where the second display area (e.g., the second display area (230b) of FIG. 2C) of the flexible display (230) is introduced or withdrawn into the first housing part (210) (e.g., toward the bottom of the housing (201) (e.g., in the -y direction), it may be difficult for the audio signals to be provided to the outside of the electronic device (101) by the flexible display (230). For example, since the second display area (230b) is introduced or withdrawn into the first housing part (210) near the bottom of the housing (201), the bottom of the housing (201) may be blocked by the second display area (230b). By the location or arrangement of the second display area (230b), the speaker (510) may be configured to radiate audio signals toward the bottom of the housing (201), i.e., in the -y direction. It may be difficult to arrange the speaker (510) to radiate signals. If the speaker (510) is arranged on the upper part of the housing (201) (e.g., in the +y direction), there may be insufficient space for a plurality of electronic components (e.g., a battery, a driving unit, or second image sensors) located on the upper part of the housing (201). For example, if the speaker module (501) is arranged on the upper part of the housing (201), a reduction in the size of the battery (189) may be required.

[0141] As described above, the speaker module (501) is arranged within the side surface (601) and the guide member (701) of the first housing part (210), so that the audio signal radiated from the speaker (510) may not be blocked by the flexible display (230). The first speaker module (641) may radiate an audio signal in a direction toward which the first side surface (610) faces (e.g., +x direction), and the second speaker module (642) may radiate an audio signal in a direction toward which the second side surface (620) faces (e.g., -x direction). The first speaker module (641) may be arranged to radiate a first audio signal in a direction toward which the first side surface (610) faces. The second speaker module (642) may be arranged to radiate a second audio signal in a direction toward which the second side surface (620) faces. Since the first speaker module (641) and the second speaker module (642) radiate audio signals in different directions, the electronic device (101) can provide stereophonic sound using the symmetrical first speaker module (641) and second speaker module (642). Since the direction in which the first audio signal is radiated and the direction in which the second audio signal is radiated do not face the position where the flexible display (230) is introduced into the first housing part (210) or is extracted from the first housing part (210), the audio signal can be transmitted without interference to the flexible display (230). Since the speaker module (501) is arranged at the lower portion of the housing (201), there is no need to infringe on the space for arranging a plurality of electronic components arranged at the upper portion of the housing (201).

[0142] Figure 9a illustrates the rear view of an exemplary electronic device. Figure 9b illustrates a flexible printed circuit board and an enclosure.

[0143] Referring to FIG. 9A, an exemplary electronic device (101) includes a printed circuit board (910). The printed circuit board (910) provides electrical connections between components of the electronic device (101). The printed circuit board (910) includes a plurality of conductive layers and a plurality of non-conductive layers alternately laminated with the plurality of conductive layers. For example, the printed circuit board (910) provides electrical connections between various electronic components disposed on the printed circuit board (910) and / or outside the printed circuit board (910) by using wires and conductive vias formed on the conductive layers.

[0144] An exemplary electronic device (101) includes a processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1). The processor (120) may be electrically connected to a printed circuit board (910). The processor (120) is configured to provide a signal for controlling a speaker (510). For example, the processor (120) may provide a signal for controlling the operation of the speaker (510) to the speaker (510). The speaker (510) may be configured to operate based on the signal provided from the processor (120).

[0145] In order for the processor (120) to control the operation of the speaker (510), an electrical connection between the processor (120) and the speaker (510) may be required. The electrical connection between the processor (120) and the speaker (510) may be made through a printed circuit board (910) and a flexible printed circuit board (920). An exemplary electronic device (101) may include a flexible printed circuit board (920). The flexible printed circuit board (920) may electrically connect the printed circuit board (910), which is electrically connected to the processor (120), and the speaker (510).

[0146] Referring to FIG. 9B, a flexible printed circuit board (920) is electrically connected to a contact pad (523) of an enclosure (520). The contact pad (523) is electrically connected to a speaker (510) enclosed in the enclosure (520). For example, the flexible printed circuit board (920) may include a contact portion (920a) that comes into contact with the contact pad (523). For example, the contact portion (920a) may include, but is not limited to, a c-clip, a conductive pin, or a conductive pad. When the contact portion (920a) comes into contact with the contact pad (523), the wires included in the contact portion (920a) may be electrically connected to the wires included in the contact pad (523). By the electrical connection of the wires, the flexible printed circuit board (920) may be electrically connected to the speaker (510). The flexible printed circuit board (920) may include a connector (920b) connected to a printed circuit board (e.g., the printed circuit board (910) of FIG. 9a). A signal provided from a processor (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1) electrically connected to the printed circuit board (910) may be transmitted to the flexible printed circuit board (920) through the connector (920b) connected to the printed circuit board (910) and to the speaker (510) through the contact pad (523).

[0147] A portion of the flexible printed circuit board (920) may be deformable. The flexible printed circuit board (920) may be bent or twisted by including a flexible substrate. The flexible printed circuit board (920) may be bent or twisted within the internal space of the narrow electronic device (101) to electrically connect the processor (120) and the speaker (510).

[0148] Referring again to FIG. 9A, the flexible printed circuit board (920) may extend from the printed circuit board (910) along an inner side toward the first housing part (210) of the guide member (701) into an opening (630). The flexible printed circuit board (920) extending into the opening (630) may be electrically connected to a speaker module (501) disposed within the opening (630). As described above, the electrical connection between the flexible printed circuit board (920) and the speaker (510) may be made by electrical contact between a contact portion (e.g., a contact portion (920a) of FIG. 9B) and a contact pad (e.g., a contact pad (523) of FIG. 9B).

[0149] Referring to FIG. 9A, the guide member (701) may be arranged perpendicularly to the printed circuit board (910). For example, the printed circuit board (910) may be arranged on the first housing part (210). The printed circuit board (910) arranged on the first housing part (210) may be arranged on the xy plane. The guide member (701) may be coupled to both sides of the first housing part (210) and both sides of the second housing part (220). The guide members (701) coupled to both sides of the first housing part (210) and both sides of the second housing part (220) may be arranged on the zx plane. The flexible printed circuit board (920) extending from the printed circuit board (910) to the speaker (510) may be partially bent.

[0150] For example, a connector (920b) of a flexible printed circuit board (920) may be connected to a printed circuit board (910). The flexible printed circuit board (920) may be extended from the connector (920b) on the printed circuit board (910) and then bent toward the inside of the guide member (701) toward the first housing part (210) so as to extend along the inside of the guide member (701). For example, the flexible printed circuit board (920) may be electrically connected to the speaker (510) by extending along the xy plane on which the printed circuit board (910) is arranged, then bending toward the zx plane on which the guide member (701) is arranged, and extending along the inside of the guide member (701).

[0151] For example, the flexible printed circuit board (920) may include a first flexible printed circuit board (921) for electrical connection between the processor (120) and the first speaker module (641) and a second flexible printed circuit board (922) for electrical connection between the processor (120) and the second speaker module (642). The first flexible printed circuit board (921) may extend from the printed circuit board (910) along the inner side of the first guide member (710) and be electrically connected to the first speaker module (641). The second flexible printed circuit board (922) may extend from the printed circuit board (910) along the inner side of the second guide member (720) and be electrically connected to the second speaker module (642). A first signal for controlling the first speaker module (641) can be transmitted from the processor (120) to the first speaker module (641) through the printed circuit board (910) and the flexible printed circuit board (920). The first speaker module (641) can operate based on the first signal. A second signal for controlling the second speaker module (642) can be transmitted from the processor (120) to the second speaker module (642) through the printed circuit board (910) and the flexible printed circuit board (920). The second speaker module (642) can operate based on the second signal.

[0152] Figure 10 illustrates the assembly process of the speaker.

[0153] Referring to FIG. 10, the assembly of the speaker (510) can be performed by inserting the speaker (510) from the outside of the first housing part (210) after assembling the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (e.g., the second housing part (220) of FIG. 6).

[0154] State (1001) of FIG. 10 illustrates a side view (601) of the first housing part (210) before the speaker (510) is coupled. Referring to state (1001) of FIG. 10, a portion of a flexible printed circuit board (920) may be exposed through an opening (630). A portion of the flexible printed circuit board (920) exposed through the opening (630) may include a contact portion (920a). As the flexible printed circuit board (920) extends along the inside of a guide member (e.g., a guide member (701) of FIG. 7b) to a recess (e.g., a recess (730) of FIG. 7b), a portion of the flexible printed circuit board (920) may be exposed through the opening (630) and the recess (730).

[0155] State (1003) of FIG. 10 illustrates a side view (601) of the first housing part (210) to which the speaker (510) is coupled. Referring to state (1003) of FIG. 10, the speaker (510) and the enclosure (520) can be inserted into the opening (630) and the recess (730) on the outside of the first housing part (210). The contact pad (523) of the enclosure (520) (e.g., the contact pad (523) of FIG. 9b) can be aligned with the contact portion (920a) of the flexible printed circuit board (920) so that the contact pad (523) is brought into contact with the contact portion (920a). When the enclosure (520) is inserted into the opening (630) and the recess (730) with the contact pad (523) aligned with the contact portion (920a), the speaker (510) can be accommodated in the opening (630) and the recess (730). With the enclosure (520) fully inserted, the enclosure (520) and the speaker (510) can be fixed to the first housing part (210) by coupling the screw (810) to the first housing part (210) and the guide member (701) through the fixing hole (524). A plurality of fixing holes (524) and screws (810) can be provided.

[0156] State (1005) of FIG. 10 illustrates a side surface (601) of the first housing part (210) to which a grill (650) is coupled. Referring to state (1005) of FIG. 10, the grill (650) may be coupled to the outer surface of the side surface (601). For example, the grill (650) may be coupled to the opening (630) in a force-fit or friction-fit manner, thereby covering the outer surface of the opening (630). As the grill (650) covers the outer surface of the opening (630), the speaker (510) is protected by being covered by the grill (650).

[0157] Figure 11 schematically illustrates the state in which the speaker of an exemplary electronic device operates.

[0158] As described above, the speaker (510) may be provided as a first speaker module (641) and a second speaker module (642). Referring to FIG. 11, the exemplary electronic device (101) may further include a third speaker module (530). The third speaker module (530) may be disposed on the upper portion of the electronic device (101) by being disposed in the second housing part (220). For example, the third speaker module (530) may be used to provide an audio signal. The third speaker module (530) may be formed integrally with a receiver for wireless communication, but is not limited thereto. For example, the receiver may be included in the electronic device (101) as a separate component from the third speaker module (530).

[0159] The electronic device (101) can implement various sounds using the first speaker module (641), the second speaker module (642), and the third speaker module (530). For example, the processor (120) of FIG. 1 can provide various sounds to the user by controlling the first speaker module (641), the second speaker module (642), and the third speaker module (530).

[0160] Image (1101) of FIG. 11 illustrates an electronic device (101) that provides 2.1 channel sound using a first speaker module (641), a second speaker module (642), and a third speaker module (530). The 2.1 channel sound can be implemented through two stereo speakers and one woofer speaker. Referring to image (1101) of FIG. 11, the first speaker module (641) and the second speaker module (642) may be stereo speakers, and the third speaker module (530) may be a woofer speaker. For example, the first speaker module (641) and the second speaker module (642) may each be configured to provide a left channel audio signal and a right channel audio signal, and the third speaker module (530) may be configured to provide a low-frequency audio signal. The electronic device (101) can provide a rich sound field effect by providing 2.1 channel sound.

[0161] Image (1103) of FIG. 11 illustrates an electronic device (101) that uses a first speaker module (641) for low-frequency audio signals and a second speaker module (642) and a third speaker module (530) for high-frequency audio signals. Referring to image (1103) of FIG. 11, the first speaker module (641) may be a dynamic speaker for low-frequency audio signals, and the second speaker module (642) and the third speaker module (530) may be tweeter speakers for high-frequency audio signals. Since the first speaker module (641) and the second speaker module (642) are at least partially disposed on the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210), when the side surface (601) is narrow, the sizes of the first speaker module (641) and the second speaker module (642) may be small. The first speaker module (641) and the second speaker module (642) having relatively small sizes are implemented as tweeter speakers, and the third speaker module (530) placed at the top is implemented as a dynamic speaker, thereby enabling the balance of low-frequency audio signals and high-frequency audio signals.

[0162] The image (1105) of FIG. 11 can provide stereophonic sound using a first speaker module (641), a second speaker module (642), and a third speaker module (530). For example, the first speaker module (641), the second speaker module (642), and the third speaker module (530) can be dynamic speakers. The first speaker module (641) can be configured to provide a left channel audio signal, and the second speaker module (642) and the third speaker module (530) can be configured to provide a right channel audio signal. The second speaker module (642) and the third speaker module (530) can operate as a single speaker (510).

[0163] Figure 12 illustrates a guide member including a structure for expanding the resonance space.

[0164] An audio signal can be amplified by resonating within a resonant space. The resonant frequency of the audio signal can be determined based on the volume of the resonant space. A resonant space of a certain volume may be required so that the speaker (510) has a resonant frequency within a specified frequency range. Since low-frequency audio signals have lower frequencies than high-frequency audio signals, they have correspondingly relatively long wavelengths. To ensure the quality of low-frequency audio signals, a resonant space of a certain volume or greater may be required. The larger the resonant space, the better the quality of the low-frequency audio signal.

[0165] An exemplary electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 6) includes a plurality of electronic components arranged inside a housing (e.g., housing (201) of FIG. 6) and components (e.g., driving unit (e.g., driving unit (360) of FIG. 3A)) for implementing sliding movement of the housing (201), so that the internal space of the electronic device (101) may be narrow. Since the internal space of the electronic device (101) is narrow, it may be difficult to secure a volume of a resonance space. In order to secure a sufficient resonance space, the electronic device (101) may use an additional space formed by movement as a resonance space.

[0166] State (1201) of FIG. 12 illustrates the guide member (701) in a first state in which the second housing part (e.g., the second housing part (220) of FIG. 6) is maximally inserted into the first housing part (e.g., the first housing part (210) of FIG. 6). State (1203) of FIG. 12 illustrates the guide member (701) in a second state in which the second housing part (220) is maximally pulled out of the first housing part (210).

[0167] For example, the second guide part (701b) coupled to the second housing part (220) may be slidable relative to the first guide part (701a). The second guide part (701b) may slide along the rail portion (741). When the second guide part (701b) moves to the maximum in the second direction (262) along the rail, the electronic device (101) may be in the first state. When the second guide part (701b) moves to the maximum in the first direction (261) along the rail, the electronic device (101) may be in the second state.

[0168] Comparing states (1201) and (1203), as the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state, a void may be exposed between the first guide part (701a) and the second guide part (701b). For example, referring to state (1201), since the first guide part (701a) and the second guide part (701b) overlap to the maximum, the space formed between the head portion (742) of the first guide part (701a) and the second guide part (701b) may be relatively small. Referring to state (1203), as the second guide part (701b) moves from the first guide part (701a), the first guide part (701a) and the second guide part (701b) may overlap to the minimum. As the second guide part (701b) moves away from the head part (742), the space formed between the first guide part (701a) and the second guide part (701b) may be relatively large. According to an exemplary embodiment, the resonance space for the audio signal may include the space formed between the first guide part (701a) and the second guide part (701b). When the additional space formed between the first guide part (701a) and the second guide part (701b) is utilized as the resonance space as the second guide part (701b) moves, the resonance space may be expanded.

[0169] The exemplary electronic device (101) may include an elastic member (1210) positioned between a first guide part (701a) and a second guide part (701b). The elastic member (1210) is flexible and thus can be compressed or expanded by an external force. For example, the elastic member (1210) may have a structure similar to a bellows or a corrugated tube.

[0170] For example, the elastic member (1210) can be arranged to seal the space between the first guide part (701a) and the second guide part (701b) formed by the movement of the second guide part (701b). For example, the first end (1211) of the elastic member (1210) is connected to the resonance space. The first end (1211) is connected to the second part (522) of the enclosure (520) surrounding the resonance space so as to be connected to the resonance space. The second end (1212) of the elastic member (1210), which is opposite to the first end (1211), is connected to the second guide part (701b). The portion between the first end (1211) and the second end (1212) can be compressed or expanded. The additional space between the first end (1211) and the second end (1212) can expand the resonance space by being connected to the resonance space. For example, when the second guide part (701b) moves in the first direction (261) along the first guide part (701a), the first end (1211) is fixed, and the second end (1212) connected to the second guide part (701b) can move together with the second guide part (701b). Since the first end (1211) is fixed and the second end (1212) moves, the portion of the elastic member (1210) between the first end (1211) and the second end (1212) can expand. As the elastic member (1210) expands, the space surrounded by the elastic member (1210) between the first guide part (701a) and the second guide part (701b) can be utilized as a resonance space. Since the structure described above can utilize the space between the first guide part (701a) and the second guide part (701b) as a resonance space, the resonance space can be expanded. As the resonance space expands, the quality of low-frequency audio signals can be improved.

[0171] An electronic device (101) is provided. The electronic device (101) may include a housing (201) including a first housing part (210) and a second housing part (220). The electronic device (101) may include a guide member (701) including a first guide part (701a) coupled to the first housing part (210) and a second guide part (701b) coupled to the second housing part (220) and movably coupled to the first guide part (701a). The electronic device (101) may include a speaker module (501) including a speaker (510) including a diaphragm (511) and an enclosure (520) surrounding at least a portion of the speaker (510). The speaker module (501) may be at least partially disposed within a recess (730) formed in the first guide part (701a) and an opening (630) formed in a side surface (601) of the first housing part (210). At least a portion of the diaphragm (511) may be positioned to overlap the opening (630). According to the present disclosure, the electronic device (101) may be referred to as a rollable or slideable device. The speaker (510) may not require a conduit structure for the audio signal by radiating an audio signal in a direction toward which the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210) faces. Since the audio signal does not pass through the conduit structure, quality deterioration of the audio signal caused by passing through the conduit structure can be reduced. The audio signal can be transmitted to the user without interference with a rollable or slideable structure (e.g., a flexible display (230)), since the audio signal can be radiated through the opening (630) formed on the side (601).

[0172] For example, the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210) may include a first edge portion (601a) that is in contact with the second housing part (220) and a second edge portion (601b) opposite to the first edge portion (601a). The speaker module (501) may be closer to the second edge portion (601b) than to the first edge portion (601a) within the side surface (601). According to the present disclosure, since the speaker (510) is disposed at the lower portion of the housing (201), space may be secured for electronic components disposed at the upper portion of the housing (201). When a conductive portion and a non-conductive portion for forming an antenna radiator are positioned at the upper edge of the housing (201), the speaker (510) and a structure for the speaker (510) (e.g., a speaker hole) may not interfere with the antenna radiator.

[0173] For example, the electronic device (101) may further include another speaker module (530) disposed within the second housing part (220). The speaker module (501) and the other speaker module (530) may be used to provide stereophonic sound. According to the present disclosure, the speaker (510) and the other speaker module (530) disposed within the second housing part (220) may implement stereophonic sound by providing audio signals of left and right channels, respectively.

[0174] For example, the speaker (510) may include a magnet (512) and a voice coil (513) for vibrating the diaphragm (511). The enclosure (520) may include a first part (521) that surrounds the magnet (512) and the voice coil (513) and a second part (522) that surrounds a resonance space for the audio signal radiated from the diaphragm (511). According to the present disclosure, the speaker (510) may be surrounded by the enclosure (520). The enclosure (520) may protect components of the speaker (510) and form a resonance space for the audio signal.

[0175] For example, the vibration plate (511) and the voice coil (513) may be positioned within the opening (630). The magnet (512) and the resonance space may be positioned within the recess (730).

[0176] For example, the thickness of the guide member (701) may be thicker than the thickness of the side surface (601). According to the present disclosure, since the thickness of the guide member (701) is thicker than the thickness of the side surface (601), the magnet (512) and the resonance space, which occupy a relatively large volume, may be positioned within the guide member (701). For example, the second part (522) of the enclosure (520) may be positioned within a recess (730) formed in the guide member (701).

[0177] For example, the side (601) may include a first side (610) and a second side (620) opposite the first side (610). The speaker module (501) may include a first speaker module (641) that is at least partially disposed within a first opening (631) formed in the first side (610) and that radiates a first audio signal in a direction toward which the first side (610) faces. The speaker (510) may include a second speaker module (642) that is at least partially disposed within a second opening (632) formed in the second side (620) and that radiates a second audio signal in a direction toward which the second side (620) faces. According to the present disclosure, the first speaker module (641) and the second speaker module (642) may provide audio signals through both side surfaces (610, 620) of the first housing part (210). The first speaker module (641) and the second speaker module (642) can provide stereophonic sound.

[0178] For example, the guide member (701) may include a first guide member (710) coupled to the inner side of the first side (610) and a second guide member (720) coupled to the inner side of the second side (620). The first speaker module (641) may be disposed within the first opening (631) and the first recess (731) formed in the first guide member (710). The second speaker module (642) may be disposed within the second opening (632) and the second recess (732) formed in the second guide member (720). According to the present disclosure, the first guide member (710) and the second guide member (720) may guide the movement of the second housing part (220). The first guide member (710) and the second guide member (720) can provide stable movement of the second housing part (220) by guiding the movement of the second housing part (220) relative to the first housing part (210) on both sides of the second housing part (220).

[0179] For example, the electronic device (101) may further include a printed circuit board (910) disposed within the housing (201). The electronic device (101) may further include a flexible printed circuit board (920) that electrically connects the printed circuit board (910) and the speaker (510).

[0180] For example, the printed circuit board (910) may be disposed on the second housing part (220). The flexible printed circuit board (920) may be electrically connected to the speaker (510) by extending from the printed circuit board (910) along the inner side of the guide member (701) toward the first housing part (210) to the opening (630). According to the present disclosure, the processor (120) for controlling the speaker (510) may be electrically connected to the printed circuit board (910). The flexible printed circuit board (920) having flexibility may transmit a control signal provided from the processor (120) to the speaker (510) by electrically connecting the printed circuit board (910) and the speaker (510).

[0181] For example, the speaker module (501) may include a first speaker module (641) and a second speaker module (642). The flexible printed circuit board (920) may include a first flexible printed circuit board (921) that electrically connects the printed circuit board (910) and the first speaker module (641). The flexible printed circuit board (920) may include a second flexible printed circuit board (922) that electrically connects the printed circuit board (910) and the second speaker module (642).

[0182] For example, the electronic device (101) may further include a grill (650) that covers the speaker (510) by being coupled to the outside of the opening (630) formed in the side (601) of the first housing part (210). The grill (650) may protect the speaker (510).

[0183] For example, the resonance space for the audio signal radiated from the vibration plate (511) may include an additional space formed between the first guide part (701a) and the second guide part (701b) by movement of the second guide part (701b).

[0184] For example, the electronic device (101) may further include a first end (1211) connected to the resonant space and a second end (1212) opposite to the first end and connected to the second guide part (701b), and may further include an elastic member (1210) that contracts or expands by movement of the second guide part (701b). The additional space may be formed inside the elastic member (1210). According to the present disclosure, when the second guide part (701b) moves relative to the first guide part (701a), a space may be formed between the first guide part (701a) and the second guide part (701b). As the resonant space is expanded into the additional space, the resonant space may be expanded. Since the resonant space may be expanded, the quality of a low-frequency audio signal may be improved.

[0185] For example, the electronic device (101) may further include a flexible display (230) that is partially rolled into the first housing part (210) or pulled out from the inside of the first housing part (210) based on movement of the second housing part (220).

[0186] An electronic device (101) is provided. The electronic device (101) may include a housing (201) including a first housing part (210) including a first side (610) and a second side (620) opposite the first side (610), and a second housing part (220) movably coupled to the first side (610) and the second side (620). The electronic device (101) may include a first guide member (710) coupled to an inner side of the first side (610) and guiding movement of the second housing part (220) with respect to the first side (610). The electronic device (101) may include a second guide member (720) coupled to an inner side of the second side (620) and guiding movement of the second housing part (220) with respect to the second side (620). The electronic device (101) may include a first speaker module (641) disposed within a first opening (631) formed in the first side (610) and a first recess (731) formed in the first guide member (710). The electronic device (101) may include a second speaker module (642) disposed within a second opening (632) formed in the second side (620) and a second recess (732) formed in the second guide member (720). The first speaker module (641) may be arranged to face the direction in which the first side (610) faces. The second speaker module (642) may be arranged to face the direction in which the second side (620) faces.

[0187] For example, the first guide member (710) and the second guide member (720) may include a first guide part (701a) coupled to the first housing part (210) and a second guide part (701b) coupled to the second housing part (220) and movably coupled to the first guide part (701a).

[0188] For example, the first side (610) and the second side (620) may include a first edge portion (601a) that is in contact with the second housing part (220) and a second edge portion (601b) opposite to the first edge portion (601a). The first speaker module (641) and the second speaker module (642) may be closer to the second edge portion (601b) than to the first edge portion (601a) within the side (601).

[0189] For example, the first speaker module (641) and the second speaker module (642) can be used to provide stereophonic sound.

[0190] For example, the electronic device (101) may further include a printed circuit board (910) disposed on the second housing part (220). The electronic device (101) may further include a first flexible printed circuit board (921) electrically connecting the printed circuit board (910) and the first speaker module (641). The electronic device (101) may further include a second flexible printed circuit board (922) electrically connecting the printed circuit board (910) and the second speaker module (642).

[0191] Electronic devices according to the various embodiments disclosed in this document may take various forms. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, electronic devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to the embodiments of this document are not limited to the aforementioned devices.

[0192] The various embodiments of this document and the terminology used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, but should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutes of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the items, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this document, each of the phrases "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B, or C", "at least one of A, B, and C", and "at least one of A, B, or C" can include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase among those phrases, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first," "second," or "first" or "second" may be used merely to distinguish one component from another, and do not limit the components in any other respect (e.g., importance or order). When a component (e.g., a first component) is referred to as "coupled" or "connected" to another component (e.g., a second component), with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicatively," it means that the component can be connected to the other component directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0193] 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).

[0194] Various embodiments of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., a program (140)) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., an internal memory (136) or an external memory (138)) readable by a machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)). For example, a processor (120) (e.g., the processor (120)) of a machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)) may call at least one instruction among the one or more instructions stored from the storage medium and execute it. This enables the machine to operate to perform at least one function according to the at least one called instruction. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code executable by an interpreter. The machine-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-transitory' simply means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and the term does not distinguish between cases where data is stored semi-permanently or temporarily on the storage medium.

[0195] According to one embodiment, the method according to various embodiments disclosed in the present document may be provided as included in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded as a product between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read only memory (CD-ROM)), or may be distributed online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) via an application store (e.g., Play Store™) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored or temporarily generated in a machine-readable storage medium, such as a memory (130) of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or a relay server.

[0196] 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 an electronic device (101), A housing (201) including a first housing part (210) and a second housing part (220); A guide member (701) including a first guide part (701a) coupled to the first housing part (210) and a second guide part (701b) coupled to the second housing part (220) and movably coupled to the first guide part (701a); and A speaker module (501) comprising a speaker (510) including a diaphragm (511) and an enclosure (520) surrounding at least a portion of the speaker (510), The above speaker module (501) At least partially positioned within the recess (730) formed in the first guide part (701a) and the opening (630) formed in the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210), At least a portion of the above vibrating plate (511), Positioned to overlap the above opening (630), Electronic device (101).

2. In paragraph 1, The side surface (601) of the first housing part (210) is It includes a first edge portion (601a) in contact with the second housing part (220) and a second edge portion (601b) opposite to the first edge portion (601a), The above speaker module (501) Within the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210), closer to the second edge portion (601b) than to the first edge portion (601a), Electronic device (101).

3. In paragraph 2, Further comprising another speaker module (530) arranged within the second housing part (220), The above speaker module (501) and the other speaker module (530) are, When used, they are arranged to provide stereophonic sound. Electronic device (101).

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, The above speaker (510) It includes a magnet (512) and a voice coil (513) for vibration of the above vibration plate (511), The above enclosure (520) is, Including a first part (521) that surrounds the magnet (512) and the voice coil (513) and a second part (522) that surrounds a resonance space for the audio signal radiated from the vibration plate (511). Electronic device (101).

5. In paragraph 4, The above diaphragm (511) and the above voice coil (513) are Located within the above opening (630), The above magnet (512) and the above resonance space, Located within the above recess (730), Electronic device (101).

6. In paragraph 5, The above guide member (701) is Thicker than the side surface (601) of the first housing part (210), Electronic device (101).

7. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, The side surface (601) of the first housing part (210) is comprising a first side (610) and a second side (620) opposite to the first side (610); The above speaker module (501) A first speaker module (641) that is at least partially positioned within a first opening (631) formed in the first side (610) and radiates a first audio signal in a direction toward the first side (610), and A second speaker module (642) is disposed at least partially within a second opening (632) formed in the second side (620) and radiates a second audio signal in a direction toward the second side (620). Electronic device (101).

8. In paragraph 7, The above guide member (701) is It includes a first guide member (710) coupled to the inner side of the first side (610) and a second guide member (720) coupled to the inner side of the second side (620). The above first speaker module (641) is It is placed in the first opening (631) and the first recess (731) formed in the first guide member (710), The above second speaker module (642) is, Positioned within the second opening (632) and the second recess (732) formed in the second guide member (720), Electronic device (101).

9. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 8, A printed circuit board (910) placed within the above housing (201); and Further comprising a flexible printed circuit board (920) electrically connecting the printed circuit board (910) and the speaker (510). Electronic device (101).

10. In paragraph 9, The above printed circuit board (910) is is placed on the second housing part (220), The above flexible printed circuit board (920) is From the printed circuit board (910), the guide member (701) extends along the inner side toward the first housing part (210) to the opening (630), thereby being electrically connected to the speaker (510). Electronic device (101).

11. In clause 9 or 10, The above speaker module (501) Containing a first speaker module (641) and a second speaker module (642), The above flexible printed circuit board (920) is A first flexible printed circuit board (921) electrically connecting the printed circuit board (910) and the first speaker module (641), and A second flexible printed circuit board (922) comprising electrically connecting the printed circuit board (910) and the second speaker module (642), Electronic device (101).

12. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 11, By being coupled to the outside of the opening (630) formed on the side (601) of the first housing part (210), it further includes a grill (650) that covers the speaker (510). Electronic device (101).

13. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 12, Includes a resonance space for the audio signal radiated from the above vibration plate (511), The above resonance space includes an additional space formed between the first guide part (701a) and the second guide part (701b) by the movement of the second guide part (701b). Electronic device (101).

14. In paragraph 13, It includes a first end (1211) connected to the resonance space and a second end (1212) opposite to the first end and connected to the second guide part (701b), and further includes an elastic member (1210) that is contracted or expanded by the movement of the second guide part (701b). The above additional space is, Formed inside the above elastic member (1210), Electronic devices (101).

15. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 14, Further including a flexible display (230) arranged to be partially rolled into the first housing part (210) or pulled out from the first housing part (210) based on the movement of the second housing part (220) relative to the first housing part (210). Electronic devices (101).

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