Wearable electronic device including electronic magnet

Abstract

According to an embodiment, a wearable electronic device may comprise: a housing; a first wearable member detachably disposed on one side of the housing; a second wearable member that is detachably disposed on the other side of the housing and aligned with the first wearable member along a first direction with the housing therebetween, wherein the second wearable member can be coupled to at least partially face the first wearable member and thereby form a closed curve together with the housing and the first wearable member; first magnetic bodies which are arranged in the first wearable member so that first polarities and second polarities are alternately arranged along the first direction; and at least one pair of second magnetic bodies arranged in the second wearable member along the first direction. In one embodiment, the at least one pair of second magnetic bodies may be configured to receive electrical signals and generate attractive or repulsive force with respect to the first magnetic bodies. Various other embodiments may also be possible.

Description

Wearable electronic devices containing electromagnets

[0001] Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to electronic devices, for example, wearable electronic devices including electromagnets.

[0002] Typically, an electronic device can refer to any device that performs a specific function based on the program installed on it, such as home appliances, electronic notebooks, portable multimedia players, mobile communication terminals, tablet PCs, audio / video devices, desktop / laptop computers, and / or car navigation systems. As electronic devices become more integrated and ultra-high-speed, high-capacity wireless communications become more widespread, a single, miniaturized electronic device, such as a mobile communication terminal, can now be equipped with a variety of functions. For example, in addition to communication functions, entertainment functions such as games, multimedia functions such as music / video playback, communication and security functions for mobile banking, and functions such as schedule management and electronic wallets are being integrated into a single electronic device.

[0003] Recently, wearable electronic devices that can be worn on the body have become commercialized, and mobile communication terminals and wearable electronic devices are used in everyday life. Because wearable electronic devices can remain in contact with the user's body for a considerable period of time, they can be usefully utilized in medical or health management. For example, depending on the sensors installed, the electronic device can detect biometric information such as the user's photoplethysmography (PPG), sleep interval, skin temperature, heart rate, and / or electrocardiogram. The detected biometric information can be stored on the electronic device or transmitted in real time to a medical institution for use in health management. Typically, electronic devices have a bar shape, a box shape, or a flat plate shape. However, wearable electronic devices can be combined with multiple segments to accommodate the user's body curves and ensure comfort. For example, a wrist-worn electronic device may include a housing that serves as a main body by accommodating various circuit devices and at least one wearable member, and a face-worn electronic device may include lens(es) corresponding to both eyes of the user and at least one temple bow(s).

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

[0005] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a wearable electronic device may include a housing, a first wearing member detachably disposed on one side of the housing, a second wearing member detachably disposed on the other side of the housing and aligned with the first wearing member along a first direction with the housing interposed therebetween, the second wearing member being configured to form a closed curve together with the housing and the first wearing member by at least partially facing the first wearing member, first magnetic bodies arranged on the first wearing member such that first polarities and second polarities are alternately arranged along the first direction, and at least one pair of second magnetic bodies arranged on the second wearing member along the first direction. In one embodiment, the at least one pair of second magnetic bodies may be configured to generate an attractive or repulsive force with the first magnetic bodies when an electric signal is applied thereto.

[0006] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a wearable electronic device may include a housing, a first wearing member detachably disposed on one side of the housing, a second wearing member detachably disposed on the other side of the housing and aligned with the first wearing member along a first direction with the housing interposed therebetween, the second wearing member being configured to form a closed curve together with the housing and the first wearing member by at least partially facing the first wearing member, permanent magnets disposed on the first wearing member such that first polarities and second polarities are alternately arranged along the first direction, and at least one pair of electromagnets arranged on the second wearing member along the first direction. In one embodiment, the at least one pair of electromagnets may be configured to generate an attractive or repulsive force with the permanent magnets in response to an electric signal being applied thereto.

[0007] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a wearable electronic device may include a housing, a first wearing member detachably disposed on one side of the housing, a second wearing member detachably disposed on the other side of the housing and aligned with the first wearing member along a first direction with the housing interposed therebetween, the second wearing member being configured to form a closed curve together with the housing and the first wearing member by at least partially facing the first wearing member, permanent magnets disposed on the first wearing member, and at least one pair of electromagnets arranged on the second wearing member along the first direction. In one embodiment, the at least one pair of electromagnets may be configured to receive an electric signal to generate an attractive or repulsive force with the permanent magnets, thereby moving the first wearing member and the second wearing member relative to each other in the first direction or in a second direction opposite to the first direction.

[0008] The above-described aspects or other aspects, configurations and / or advantages of one embodiment of the present disclosure may be further clarified by the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

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

[0010] FIG. 2 is a front perspective view illustrating a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0011] FIG. 3 is a rear perspective view illustrating the wearable electronic device of FIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0012] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view illustrating the wearable electronic device of FIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0013] FIG. 5 is a perspective view illustrating a first wearing member of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0014] FIG. 6 is an enlarged perspective view of a portion of a first wearing member of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0015] FIG. 7 is an enlarged perspective view of a portion of a second wearing member of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0016] FIG. 8 is a drawing for explaining a first wearing state of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0017] FIG. 9 is a diagram showing a first wearing state of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0018] FIG. 10 is a diagram for explaining a wearing state change operation of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0019] FIG. 11 is a drawing for explaining a second wearing state of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0020] FIG. 12 is a diagram showing a second wearing state of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing a third wearing state of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0022] FIG. 14 is a block diagram of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0023] FIG. 15 is a drawing for explaining an operation of entering a wearing state according to a function related to exercise in a wearable electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0024] FIG. 16 is a drawing for explaining an operation of entering a wearing state according to a function related to exercise in a wearable electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0025] FIG. 17 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of entering a wearing state according to a function related to exercise in a wearable electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0026] Throughout the attached drawings, similar reference numbers may be assigned to similar parts, components and / or structures.

[0027] When used in medical or healthcare applications, such as detecting user biometric information, the closer a wearable electronic device is to the user's body, the more accurate the detected biometric information can be. While wearable electronic devices are continually being miniaturized and lightweight for comfort, the close fit required to detect biometric information can compromise comfort. Wearable electronic devices can also be useful for measuring exercise volume, distance traveled, and / or exercise intensity. In such exercise modes, placing the wearable electronic device close to the user's body can enable more accurate detection of biometric information or exercise volume. However, body fluids (e.g., sweat) produced when the wearable electronic device is in close contact with the user's body can cause injury to the user, such as skin damage.

[0028] One embodiment of the present disclosure is intended to at least resolve the above-described problems and / or disadvantages and at least provide the advantages described below, and can provide a wearable electronic device that can easily adjust a wearing state by including an electromagnet.

[0029] One embodiment of the present disclosure can provide a wearable electronic device that provides a comfortable wearing feeling during normal times while improving the accuracy of biometric information detection in an exercise mode.

[0030] One embodiment of the present disclosure may provide a wearable electronic device capable of preventing contamination or user injury due to bodily secretions.

[0031] One embodiment of the present disclosure can provide a wearable electronic device that provides a user with an optimized wearing state in each of a state in which an exercise-related function is not executed, a state in which an exercise-related function is executed, and a state in which execution of an exercise-related function is terminated.

[0032] The technical problems to be achieved in this document are not limited to the technical problems mentioned above, and other technical problems not mentioned can be clearly understood by a person having ordinary skill in the technical field to which the present disclosure belongs from the description below.

[0033] The following description of the accompanying drawings may provide an understanding of various exemplary implementations of the present disclosure, including the claims and their equivalents. While the exemplary embodiments disclosed in the following description include numerous specific details to aid understanding, they are to be considered as one example of various exemplary embodiments. Accordingly, those skilled in the art will appreciate that various modifications and variations of the various implementations described herein may be made without departing from the scope and spirit of the disclosure. Furthermore, descriptions of well-known functions and configurations may be omitted for clarity and conciseness.

[0034] The terms and words used in the following description and claims are not limited to their reference meanings and can be used to clearly and consistently describe one embodiment of the present disclosure. Therefore, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the following description of various implementations of the disclosure is provided for illustrative purposes, not for the purpose of limiting the scope of the disclosure and its equivalents.

[0035] Unless the context clearly dictates otherwise, the singular forms of "a," "an," and "the" should be understood to include plural meanings. Thus, for example, "a component surface" could be understood to include one or more of the surfaces of the component.

[0036] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) within a network environment (100) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. Referring to FIG. 1 , in the network environment (100), the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (102) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with at least one of the electronic device (104) or the server (108) via a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (104) via the server (108). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), a memory (130), an input module (150), an audio output module (155), a display module (160), an audio module (170), a sensor module (176), an interface (177), a connection terminal (178), a haptic module (179), a camera module (180), a power management module (188), a battery (189), a communication module (190), a subscriber identification module (196), or an antenna module (197). In one 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. In one embodiment, 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)).

[0037] The processor (120) may, for example, execute software (e.g., a program (140)) to control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) and perform various data processing or operations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or operations, the processor (120) may store commands or data received from other components (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the commands or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store result data in a non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor), or an auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor) that can operate independently or together with the main processor (121). For example, when the electronic device (101) includes the main processor (121) and the auxiliary processor (123), the auxiliary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a given function. The auxiliary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

[0038] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least a portion of functions or states associated with at least one component (e.g., a display module (160), a sensor module (176), or a communication module (190)) of the electronic device (101), for example, on behalf of the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as a part of another functionally related component (e.g., a camera module (180) or a communication module (190)). In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. The artificial intelligence models may be generated through machine learning. This learning can be performed, for example, on the electronic device (101) itself where the artificial intelligence model is executed, or can be performed through a separate server (e.g., server (108)). The learning algorithm can include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but is not limited to the examples described above. The artificial intelligence model can include multiple artificial neural network layers.The artificial neural network may be one of a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recurrent neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), a deep Q-network, or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to, or alternatively to, a hardware structure, an artificial intelligence model may include a software structure.

[0039] 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).

[0040] 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).

[0041] 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).

[0042] The audio output module (155) can output audio signals to the outside of the electronic device (101). The audio output module (155) can include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. In one embodiment, the receiver can be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of the speaker.

[0043] 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. According to one embodiment, the display module (160) may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of a force generated by the touch.

[0044] The audio module (170) can convert sound into an electrical signal, or vice versa, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module (170) can acquire sound through the input module (150), output sound through the sound output module (155), or an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)) (e.g., speaker or headphone) directly or wirelessly connected to the electronic device (101).

[0045] The sensor module (176) can detect the operating status (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device (101) or the external environmental status (e.g., user status) and generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected status. According to one embodiment, the sensor module (176) can include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0046] The interface (177) may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device (101) to an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102)). In one embodiment, the interface (177) may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0047] 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).

[0048] The haptic module (179) can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimuli (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimuli that a user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic sensations. According to one embodiment, the haptic module (179) can include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

[0049] The camera module (180) can capture still images and videos. According to one embodiment, the camera module (180) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0050] The power management module (188) can manage power supplied to the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the power management module (188) can be implemented as, for example, at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0051] A battery (189) may power at least one component of the electronic device (101). In one embodiment, the battery (189) may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0052] The communication module (190) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102), electronic device (104), or server (108)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (190) may operate independently from the processor (120) (e.g., application processor) and may include one or more communication processors that support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module (190) may include a wireless communication module (192) (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module (194) (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module can communicate with an external electronic device 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).

[0053] The wireless communication module (192) can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies following the 4G network, such as NR access technology (new radio access technology). The NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), minimization of terminal power and connection of multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine type communications)), or high reliability and low latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications)). The wireless communication module (192) can support, for example, a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave band) to achieve a high data transmission rate. The wireless communication module (192) can support various technologies for securing performance in a high-frequency band, such as beamforming, massive multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), full dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna. The wireless communication module (192) can support various requirements specified in the electronic device (101), an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (104)), or a network system (e.g., the second network (199)). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module (192) can support a peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for eMBB realization, a loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for mMTC realization, or a U-plane latency (e.g., 0.5 ms or less for downlink (DL) and uplink (UL), or 1 ms or less for round trip) for URLLC realization.

[0054] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). In one embodiment, the antenna module may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as the first network (198) or the second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, for example, by 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 at least one selected antenna. In one embodiment, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).

[0055] In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. In one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent a first side (e.g., a bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high-frequency band (e.g., a mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna) disposed on or adjacent a second side (e.g., a top side or a side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high-frequency band.

[0056] 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)).

[0057] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (104) via a server (108) connected to a second network (199). Each of the external electronic devices (102 or 104) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations executed in the electronic device (101) may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices (102, 104, or 108). For example, when the electronic device (101) is to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (101) may, instead of or in addition to executing the function or service itself, request one or more external electronic devices to perform the function or at least a part of the service. One or more external electronic devices that receive the request may execute at least a portion of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device (101). The electronic device (101) may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least a portion of a response to the request. For this purpose, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used, for example. The electronic device (101) may provide an ultra-low latency service by using distributed computing or mobile edge computing, for example. In one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (108) may be an intelligent server utilizing machine learning and / or a neural network. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) or the server (108) may be included in the second network (199).The electronic device (101) can be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0058] Electronic devices according to embodiments of the present disclosure may take various forms. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, wearable devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited to the aforementioned devices.

[0059] The embodiments of the present disclosure 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 encompass 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 dictates otherwise. In this document, phrases such as "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 each include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first," "second," or "first" or "second" may be used simply to distinguish the corresponding component from other corresponding components, and do not limit the corresponding components in any other respect (e.g., importance or order). When a component (e.g., a first component) is referred to as being “coupled” or “connected” to another component (e.g., a second component), with or without the terms “functionally” or “communicatively,” it is understood that the component can be connected to the other component directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or via a third component.

[0060] The term "module" used in the embodiments of the present disclosure 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).

[0061] Embodiments of the present disclosure may be implemented as software (e.g., a program) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., built-in memory or external memory) readable by a machine (e.g., an electronic device). For example, a processor (e.g., a processor) of the machine (e.g., an electronic device) 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 instruction called. 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" only means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain a signal (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and this term does not distinguish between cases where data is stored semi-permanently and cases where it is stored temporarily in the storage medium.

[0062] According to one embodiment, a method according to the embodiment(s) of the present disclosure may be provided as a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded between sellers and buyers as a product. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a device-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read only memory (CD-ROM)) or may be provided through an application store (e.g., Play Store). TM ) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smartphones), online distribution (e.g., downloading or uploading). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be at least temporarily stored or temporarily created in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or an intermediary server.

[0063] According to one embodiment, 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 one embodiment, 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 one embodiment, 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.

[0064] In the detailed description below, the length direction, width direction, and / or thickness direction of the electronic device (e.g., the wearable electronic device (200, 300) of FIGS. 2 to 4) may be mentioned, and the length direction may be defined as the 'Y-axis direction', the width direction as the 'X-axis direction', and / or the thickness direction as the 'Z-axis direction'. In one embodiment, with respect to the direction in which the components are oriented, 'negative / positive (- / +)' may be mentioned together with the rectangular coordinate system illustrated in the drawings. For example, the front of the electronic device and / or the housing may be defined as the 'side facing the +Z direction', and the back side may be defined as the 'side facing the -Z direction'. In one embodiment, the side surface of the electronic device and / or the housing may include a region facing the +X direction, a region facing the +Y direction, a region facing the -X direction, and / or a region facing the -Y direction. In one embodiment, the 'X-axis direction' may mean both the '-X direction' and the '+X direction'. For the sake of brevity, this description is based on the rectangular coordinate system depicted in the drawings. Note that the description of these directions or components does not limit the embodiments of the present disclosure. For example, the rectangular coordinate system may be defined differently from that of the present disclosure, depending on the design specifications of the electronic device or the user's usage habits.

[0065] FIG. 2 is a front perspective view illustrating a wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 3 is a rear perspective view illustrating the wearable electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0066] Referring to FIGS. 2 and 3, a wearable electronic device (200) according to one embodiment may include a housing (210) including a first side (or front side) (210A), a second side (or back side) (210B), and a side surface (210C) surrounding a space between the first side (210A) and the second side (210B), and a wearing member (250, 260) connected to at least a portion of the housing (210) and configured to detachably attach the electronic device (200) to a part of a user's body (e.g., a wrist, an ankle, etc.). For example, the wearable electronic device (200) may be in the form of a wristwatch. In one embodiment (not shown), the housing may also refer to a structure forming a portion of the first side (210A) of FIG. 2, the second side (210B) of FIG. 3, and the side surface (210C). In one embodiment, the first side (210A) may be formed by a front plate (201) that is at least partially transparent (e.g., a glass plate including various coating layers, or a polymer plate). The second side (210B) may be formed by a back plate (207) that is substantially opaque. In one embodiment, when the electronic device includes a sensor module (211) disposed on the second side (210B), the back plate (207) may include an at least partially transparent area. The back plate (207) may be formed by, for example, coated or colored glass, ceramic, polymer, metal (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel (STS), or magnesium), or a combination of at least two of the foregoing materials. The side surface (210C) may be formed by a side bezel structure (or “side member”) (206) that is coupled to the front plate (201) and the back plate (207) and includes a metal and / or a polymer. In one embodiment, the back plate (207) and the side bezel structure (206) may be formed integrally and comprise the same material (e.g., a metal material such as aluminum).The above-mentioned wearing member (250, 260) may be formed of various materials and shapes. It may be formed of a woven fabric, leather, rubber, urethane, metal, ceramic, or a combination of at least two of the above materials, such that integral and multiple unit links can be formed to be mutually movable.

[0067] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include at least one of a display (320, see FIG. 4), an audio module (205, 208), a sensor module (211), a key input device (202, 203, 204), and a connector hole (209). In one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may omit at least one of the components (e.g., the key input device (202, 203, 204), the connector hole (209), or the sensor module (211)) or may additionally include other components.

[0068] A display (e.g., display (320) of FIG. 4) may be exposed, for example, through a significant portion of the front plate (201). The shape of the display (320) may correspond to the shape of the front plate (201), and may have various shapes such as a circle, an oval, or a polygon. The display (320) may be coupled to or disposed adjacent to a touch detection circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the intensity (pressure) of a touch, and / or a fingerprint sensor.

[0069] The audio module (205, 208) may include a microphone hole (205) and a speaker hole (208). The microphone hole (205) may have a microphone positioned therein for acquiring external sounds, and in one embodiment, multiple microphones may be positioned therein to detect the direction of sounds. The speaker hole (208) may be used as an external speaker and a receiver for calls. In one embodiment, a speaker may be included without a speaker hole (e.g., a piezo speaker).

[0070] The sensor module (211) can generate an electric signal or data value corresponding to an internal operating state of the electronic device (200) or an external environmental state. The sensor module (211) can include, for example, a biometric sensor module (211) (e.g., an HRM sensor) disposed on the second surface (210B) of the housing (210). The electronic device (200) can further include at least one of a sensor module not shown, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0071] The key input devices (202, 203, 204) may include a wheel key (202) disposed on a first side (210A) of the housing (210) and rotatable in at least one direction, and / or a side key button (203, 204) disposed on a side surface (210C) of the housing (210). The wheel key (202) may have a shape corresponding to the shape of the front plate (201). In one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may not include some or all of the above-mentioned key input devices (202, 203, 204), and the key input devices (202, 203, 204) that are not included may be implemented in another form, such as a soft key, on the display (320). The connector hole (209) can accommodate a connector (e.g., a USB connector) for transmitting and receiving power and / or data with an external electronic device, and may include another connector hole (not shown) for receiving a connector for transmitting and receiving audio signals with the external electronic device. The electronic device (200) may further include, for example, a connector cover (not shown) that covers at least a portion of the connector hole (209) and blocks the inflow of external foreign substances into the connector hole.

[0072] The wearing member (250, 260) can be removably fastened to at least a portion of the housing (210) using a locking member (251, 261). The locking member (251, 261) can include a fastening component, such as a pogo pin, and can be replaced with a protrusion(s) or recess(es) formed in the wearing member (250, 260) according to an embodiment. For example, the wearing member (250, 260) can be coupled in a manner of engaging with a groove or a protrusion formed in the housing (210). The wearable components (250, 260) can be coupled to each other in an at least partially facing manner by including the bonding structures (259, 269), or by including permanent magnets (e.g., permanent magnets (411) of FIG. 8) or metal pieces (e.g., metal pieces (419) of FIG. 8) described below. Here, the metal pieces may refer to pieces made of a material that can be magnetized adjacent to or within a magnetic field. In one embodiment, the wearable components (250, 260) can be coupled in a partially facing manner to form a substantially closed curve together with the housing (210). For example, the wearable electronic device (200) can be worn on a user's wrist with the housing (210) and / or the wearable components (250, 260) wrapping around a part of the user's body (e.g., the wrist).

[0073] According to one embodiment, the first fastening structure (259) among the fastening structures (259, 269) may be provided on the inner surface of the first wearing member indicated by reference numeral '250', and the second fastening structure (269) among the fastening structures (259, 269) may be provided on the outer surface of the second wearing member indicated by reference numeral '260'. For example, the wearing members (250, 260) may be coupled with the first wearing member facing the outer surface of the second wearing member. In one embodiment, the coupled state of the wearing members (250, 260) may be stably maintained by a combination of permanent magnet(s) and metal piece(s) embedded in the fastening structures (259, 269) and / or the wearing members (250, 260). The wearing members (250, 260) and / or the fastening structures (259, 269) will be reviewed again with reference to FIGS. 5 to 7.

[0074] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (200) and / or the wearing members (250, 260) may further include a guide member (255). In one embodiment, the wearing members (250, 260) may be kept in close contact with each other at the portion where the fastening structures (259, 269) are arranged. In one embodiment, the first wearing member indicated as '250' is arranged to surround a portion of the outer surface of the second wearing member indicated as '260', and the guide member (255) may keep the first wearing member (250) in substantial contact with the second wearing member (260).

[0075] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (200) may include a sensor (e.g., a pressure sensor (321) of FIG. 5) for detecting a state in which the device is worn on a user's body. Such a pressure sensor may be disposed, for example, at least one of the positions indicated as "L1", "L2", and / or "L3" of FIG. 3. However, in the embodiment(s) of the present disclosure, the number and positions of the sensors built into the wearing members (250, 260) are not limited to those illustrated in the drawings and may be appropriately changed according to the manufacturing specifications of the wearable electronic device (200). In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (200), for example, a memory (e.g., the memory (130) of FIG. 1), may include a table regarding pressure data regarding a first wearing state indicating a comfortable wearing state (e.g., a first specified range for a first pressure) and / or pressure data regarding a second wearing state indicating a state in which biometric information measurement is easy (e.g., a second specified range for a second pressure). In one embodiment, a processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1) may detect pressure using a sensor by executing instructions stored in a memory, and determine a wearing state of a wearable electronic device (200) based on the detected pressure and / or a data table stored in the memory.

[0076] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view illustrating the wearable electronic device of FIG. 2 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0077] Referring to FIG. 4, the wearable electronic device (300) may include a side bezel structure (310), a wheel key (330), a front plate (301) (e.g., the front plate (201) of FIG. 2), a display (320), a first antenna (350), a second antenna (e.g., an antenna included in a second circuit board (355)), a support member (360) (e.g., a bracket), a battery (370), a printed circuit board (380), a sealing member (390), a rear plate (393), and a wearing member (395, 397) (e.g., the wearing member (250, 260) of FIG. 2 or 3). The wearing member (395, 397) can be coupled to face each other at least partially by including a fastening structure (369) (e.g., the wearing member (259, 269) of FIG. 2 or 3) to implement a closed-loop structure together with the housing (e.g., the side bezel structure (310)). At least one of the components of the electronic device (300) can be identical or similar to at least one of the components of the electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 or 3, and a duplicate description will be omitted below. The supporting member (360) can be arranged inside the electronic device (300) and connected to the side bezel structure (310), or can be formed integrally with the side bezel structure (310). The supporting member (360) can be formed of, for example, a metallic material and / or a non-metallic (e.g., a polymer) material. The support member (360) may have a display (320) coupled to one side and a printed circuit board (380) coupled to the other side. The printed circuit board (380) may be equipped with a processor, memory, and / or an interface. The processor may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphic processing unit (GPU), an application processor sensor processor, or a communication processor.

[0078] The memory may include, for example, volatile memory or non-volatile memory. The interface may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, and / or an audio interface. The interface may electrically or physically connect the electronic device (300) to an external electronic device, for example, and may include a USB connector, an SD card / MMC connector, or an audio connector.

[0079] The battery (370) is a device for supplying power to at least one component of the electronic device (300), and may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell. At least a portion of the battery (370) may be disposed substantially on the same plane as, for example, the printed circuit board (380). The battery (370) may be disposed integrally within the electronic device (300), or may be disposed detachably from the electronic device (300).

[0080] The first antenna (350) may be positioned between the display (320) and the support member (360). The first antenna (350) may include, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and / or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. The first antenna (350) may, for example, perform short-range communication with an external device, wirelessly transmit and receive power required for charging, and transmit a magnetic-based signal including a short-range communication signal or payment data. In one embodiment, the antenna structure may be formed by a portion or a combination of the side bezel structure (310) and / or the support member (360).

[0081] A second circuit board (355) may be disposed between the circuit board (380) and the back plate (393). The second circuit board (355) may include an antenna, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and / or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. The second circuit board (355) may, for example, perform short-range communication with an external device, wirelessly transmit and receive power required for charging, and transmit a magnetic-based signal including a short-range communication signal or payment data. In one embodiment, the antenna structure may be formed by a portion or a combination of the side bezel structure (310) and / or the back plate (393). In various embodiments, when the electronic device (300) (e.g., the electronic device (200) of FIGS. 2 and 3) includes a sensor module (e.g., the sensor module (211) of FIG. 3), a sensor circuit disposed on the second circuit board (355) or a sensor element (e.g., a photoelectric conversion element or an electrode pad) separate from the second circuit board (355) may be disposed. For example, an electronic component provided as the sensor module (211) may be disposed between the circuit board (380) and the rear plate (393).

[0082] A sealing member (390) may be positioned between the side bezel structure (310) and the rear plate (393). The sealing member (390) may be configured to block moisture and foreign substances from entering the space surrounded by the side bezel structure (310) and the rear plate (393) from the outside.

[0083] FIG. 5 is a perspective view illustrating a first wearing member (450) (e.g., the wearing member indicated by reference numeral '250' in FIG. 2 or FIG. 3) of a wearable electronic device (e.g., the wearable electronic device (200, 300) of FIGS. 2 to 4) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 6 is a perspective view illustrating an enlarged portion of a first wearing member (450) of a wearable electronic device (300) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0084] Referring to FIGS. 5 and 6, the first wearing member (450) may be fastened to a housing (e.g., the housing (210) of FIG. 2) by a fastening member (e.g., the locking member (251) of FIG. 3). In one embodiment, the housing (210) and the first wearing member (450) (and / or the second wearing member (460) of FIG. 7) may be understood to be aligned along a longitudinal direction of the wearable electronic device (300) (e.g., the Y-axis direction, the first direction (D1) and / or the second direction (D2) of FIG. 10). For example, the first wearing member (450) may be detachably disposed on one side of the housing (210), and the second wearing member (460) may be detachably disposed on the other side of the housing (210).

[0085] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (300) and / or the first wearing member (450) may include at least one of a flexible display (420), a pressure sensor (421), and / or a valley shaped portion (459) (e.g., the first fastening structure (259) of FIG. 3). In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (300) and / or the first wearing member (450) may further include receiving grooves (451, 453) for placement of the flexible display (420) and / or the pressure sensor (421).

[0086] According to one embodiment, the receiving grooves (451, 453) may be provided on an outer surface of the first wearing member (450) (e.g., a surface facing the +Z direction in FIG. 5). For example, when the wearable electronic device (300) is worn on a user's body, the flexible display (420) may be substantially visually exposed to the external space. The receiving grooves (451, 453) may include, for example, a first receiving groove (451) for receiving the flexible display (420) and a second receiving groove (453) for receiving the pressure sensor (421). In the illustrated embodiment, the first receiving groove (451) may be understood as having a recessed shape in the surface of the first wearing member (450), and / or the second receiving groove (453) may be understood as having a recessed shape in the bottom surface of the first receiving groove (451). For example, the pressure sensor (421) may be arranged to overlap with the flexible display (420). However, the embodiment(s) of the present disclosure are not limited thereto, and the second receiving groove (453) may be provided at a location independent from the first receiving groove (451), for example, at a location indicated by 'L3' in FIG. 6. In one embodiment, the pressure sensor (421) may be understood to be arranged in an area that directly contacts the user's skin in the first wearing member (450) or the second wearing member (460). For example, when the wearable electronic device (300) is worn on the user's body, the pressure sensor (421) may be arranged at a location where it is easy to detect pressure (or a change in pressure) according to the wearing state(s) to be examined with reference to FIG. 17. In this way, the pressure sensor (421) may be placed on at least one of the first wearing member (450), the second wearing member (460), and / or the housing (210) in consideration of the manufacturing specifications or wearing environment (e.g., pressure detection in a wearing state) of the wearable electronic device (300).In one embodiment, the position or size of the display (420) and / or the pressure sensor (421) may differ from the illustrated embodiment depending on the specifications of the electronic device to be actually manufactured (e.g., the wearable electronic device (300) of FIG. 4). For example, the display (420) may be positioned in the area indicated by 'E1' of FIG. 5 or may have a shape extending to the area indicated by 'E1'. In one embodiment, the display (420) may be positioned in the area indicated by 'E2' of FIG. 5.

[0087] According to one embodiment, the pressure sensor (421) may include a first electrode pad (421a), a dielectric layer (421b), and / or a second electrode pad (421c). For example, the dielectric layer (421b) may be provided on one surface of the first electrode pad (421a), and the second electrode pad (421c) may be provided on one surface of the dielectric layer (421b), such that the second electrode pad (421a) may be disposed to face the first electrode pad (421a) with the dielectric layer (421b) interposed therebetween. According to one embodiment, the first electrode pad (421a) and the second electrode pad (421c) may be made of a metal material such as copper, and a processor (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1) may detect pressure (e.g., a wearing state of the wearable electronic device (300)) based on the electrostatic capacitance between the first electrode pad (421a) and the second electrode pad (421c). In one embodiment, when the pressure sensor (421) is arranged to overlap with the flexible display (420), and the flexible display (420) includes a metal sheet, the illustrated first electrode pad (421a) may be omitted and the metal sheet of the flexible display (420) may function as the first electrode pad (421a) of the pressure sensor (421).

[0088] According to one embodiment, the grooves (459) may be provided on an inner surface (e.g., a surface facing the -Z direction) of the first wearing member (450), for example, as implementing the first binding structure (259) of FIG. 3. In one embodiment, the grooves (459) may be arranged along a longitudinal direction (e.g., a Y-axis direction). For example, the grooves (459) may be understood to extend in a direction crossing the longitudinal direction and be arranged along the longitudinal direction. In one embodiment, the 'direction crossing the longitudinal direction' may refer to the groove shape of the grooves (459)(s) extending in the width direction or the X-axis direction of the wearable electronic device (300).

[0089] In one embodiment, as will be described with reference to FIG. 8, the first wearing member (450) may be embedded with permanent magnets (e.g., permanent magnets (411) of FIG. 8), and / or at least some of the permanent magnets (411) may be disposed within the first wearing member (450) in the area where the ribbed portions (459) are disposed. In one embodiment, the first wearing member (450) and the second wearing member (460) are coupled at least partially facing each other by the magnetic force provided by the permanent magnets (411)(s), and the mountain shaped portions (469) of FIG. 7 may be received in or engaged with one of the ribbed portions (459).

[0090] According to one embodiment, the current wearing state can be stably maintained by engaging the mountain-shaped parts (469) with one of the bone-shaped parts (459). Here, the 'current wearing state' may refer to a first wearing state that does not substantially apply pressure to the user's body (e.g., wrist or skin) in the daily life mode, and a second wearing state that applies greater pressure to the user's body than in the daily life mode in order to detect a bio-signal such as the amount of exercise in the exercise mode. For example, in the exercise mode, the wearable electronic device (300) may bring the bio-sensor module (211) of FIG. 3 into close contact with the user's body. In one embodiment, after the exercise mode ends, the 'current wearing state' may refer to a third wearing state that applies less pressure to the user's body than in the daily life mode, or is sufficiently spaced from the user's body without leaving the user's body.

[0091] FIG. 7 is an enlarged perspective view of a portion of a second wearing member (460) (e.g., the wearing member indicated by reference numeral '260' in FIG. 2 or FIG. 3) of a wearable electronic device (e.g., the wearable electronic device (300) of FIGS. 2 to 4) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0092] Referring to FIG. 7, the second wearing member (460) may be fastened to the other side of the housing (e.g., the housing (210) of FIG. 2) by a fastening member (e.g., the locking member (261) of FIG. 3). In one embodiment, the housing (210) and the second wearing member (460) may be understood to be aligned along the longitudinal direction (e.g., the Y-axis direction, the first direction and / or the second direction of FIG. 10) of the wearable electronic device (300). For example, the first wearing member (450) may be fastened to one side of the housing (210), and the second wearing member (460) may be fastened to the other side of the housing (210) to be aligned along the longitudinal direction (e.g., the Y-axis direction, the first direction and / or the second direction of FIG. 10) of the wearable electronic device (300).

[0093] According to one embodiment, the second wearing member (460) may include ridges (469) that function as the second fastening structure (269) of FIG. 3. In one embodiment, the ridges (469) may be provided on an outer surface (e.g., a surface facing the +Z direction) of the second wearing member (460). For example, the first wearing member (460) may be coupled to substantially surround a portion of the outer surface of the second wearing member (460), and when the first wearing member (450) and the second wearing member (460) are coupled, the ridges (469) may be received in or engaged with one of the ribs (459). In one embodiment, the ridges (469) may be arranged along a longitudinal direction (e.g., a Y-axis direction, the first direction (D1) and / or the second direction (D2) of FIG. 10). For example, the mountain-shaped portions (469) may be understood to extend in a direction crossing the longitudinal direction and arranged along the longitudinal direction. In one embodiment, the term 'direction crossing the longitudinal direction' may refer to the mountain-shaped portions (469)(s) having a protrusion shape extending in the width direction or X-axis direction of the wearable electronic device (300).

[0094] In one embodiment, as will be described with reference to FIG. 8, the second wearing member (460) may have metal pieces (419) embedded therein and / or at least one electromagnet (413), and / or the at least one electromagnet (413) may be disposed substantially within the interior of the second wearing member (460) in the area where the ridges (469) are disposed. In one embodiment, at least one of the metal pieces (419) may generate an attractive force with the permanent magnet (411)(s) embedded in the first wearing member (450). For example, the first wearing member (450) and the second wearing member (460) may be coupled to face each other by a magnetic force.

[0095] According to one embodiment, the first section indicated as 'E1' in FIG. 7 may be an example of a section in which metal pieces (419) and / or at least one electromagnet (413) are arranged. For example, when the first wearing member (450) is arranged adjacent to the first section (E1), the first wearing member (450) and the second wearing member (460) may be partially coupled to face each other by the attractive force generated between the permanent magnets (411) of the first wearing member (450) and the metal pieces (419) (and / or at least one electromagnet (413)) of the second wearing member (460). In one embodiment, the second section indicated as 'E2' in FIG. 7 may be an example of a section in which the first wearing member (450) is arranged to face the second wearing member (460) but is maintained in substantial contact with the second wearing member (460) by the guide member (255). In one embodiment, a metal piece (419)(s) may be further arranged in the second section (E2) (e.g., see FIG. 8, FIG. 10, or FIG. 11) to generate a force that brings the first wearing member (450) into contact with the second wearing member (460).

[0096] Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 8 to 13, the arrangement of permanent magnets (411), at least one electromagnet (413), metal pieces (419) and / or geomagnetic sensors (415)(s) and the wearing state of the wearable electronic device (300) according to the arrangement will be described.

[0097] FIG. 8 is a diagram for explaining a first wearing state of a wearable electronic device (500) (e.g., the wearable electronic devices (200, 300) of FIGS. 2 to 4) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 9 is a diagram showing a first wearing state of a wearable electronic device (500) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 8 may be, for example, a diagram showing the wearing members (450, 460) cut along the line AA of FIGS. 6 and 7 in a state where the wearing members (450, 460) are partially coupled to face each other.

[0098] Referring to FIGS. 8 and 9, the wearable electronic device (500) may include permanent magnets (411) disposed on a wearing member (520) (e.g., a first wearing member (450)), at least one electromagnet (413) disposed on a wearing member (520) (e.g., a second wearing member (460)), and / or metal pieces (419) disposed on the second wearing member (460). In one embodiment, the wearing member (520) may be detachably provided on the main body or housing (510) and may be configured to allow the wearable electronic device (500) and / or the housing (510) to be worn on a user's body.

[0099] In one embodiment, the phrase “comprising at least one electromagnet (413)” may refer to at least one pair of electromagnets (413) being arranged on the second wearing member (460). In one embodiment, when an electric signal is applied to at least one electromagnet (413), the electromagnet may generate an attractive force or a repulsive force with an adjacent permanent magnet (411). The attractive or repulsive force between the electromagnet (413)(s) and the permanent magnet (411)(s) may act as a driving force to move the first wearing member (450) and the second wearing member (460) relative to each other. For example, the wearable electronic device (500) or the processor (120) of FIG. 1 can determine whether it is a daily mode in which a function related to exercise is not executed, an exercise mode in which a function related to exercise is executed, or a state in which execution of a function related to exercise is terminated, and adjust the degree of contact between the wearable electronic device (500) and the user's body (B).

[0100] According to one embodiment, the permanent magnets (411) may be arranged on the first wearing member (460) such that the first polarity (e.g., south pole) and the second polarity (e.g., north pole) are arranged alternately. In one embodiment, the permanent magnets (411) may be substantially embedded in the first wearing member (450) in the area where the ribbed portions (459) are provided. In the embodiment described below, the permanent magnets (411)(s) of the first polarity may be referred to as first permanent magnets (411a), and the permanent magnets (411)(s) of the second polarity may be referred to as second permanent magnets (411b). In one embodiment, the metal pieces (419) may be arranged in a first section (e.g., the first section (E1) of FIG. 7) of the second wearing member (460). Although in one embodiment, the metal pieces (419) are generally mentioned as being disposed in the first section (E1) of the second wearable member (460), the embodiment(s) of the present disclosure are not limited thereto, and the metal pieces (419)(s) may be further disposed in at least a portion of the second section (e.g., the second section (E2) of FIG. 7).

[0101] According to one embodiment, when the portion where the permanent magnets (411) are arranged and the portion where the metal pieces (419) are arranged are arranged adjacent to each other, an attractive force is generated between the permanent magnets (411) and the metal pieces (419) so that the first wearing member (450) and the second wearing member (460) can be coupled to face each other at least partially. When the first wearing member (450) and the second wearing member (460) are coupled to face each other, the housing (210), the first wearing member (450) and / or the second wearing member (460) can be aligned to form a substantially closed curve. FIGS. 8 and 9 illustrate, for example, a state of wearing a wearable electronic device (500) in a daily mode, in which a first gap (G1) of a specified size can be provided between the wearable electronic device (500) and the user's body (B) (e.g., wrist). The first gap may be, for example, an example of a gap where the wearable electronic device (500) does not substantially press on the user's body (B) without being detached from the user's body.

[0102] According to one embodiment, at least one pair of electromagnets (413) may be arranged in an area where the ridged portions (469) are arranged within the second wearable member (460). In one embodiment, at least one pair of electromagnets (413) may be understood to be arranged to overlap or substantially contact one of the metal pieces (419). When the wearable electronic device (500) includes a plurality of electromagnets (413), the electromagnets (413) may be understood to be arranged along a longitudinal direction (e.g., a Y-axis direction, a first direction and / or a second direction of FIG. 10) of the wearable electronic device (500) (e.g., an electronic device (200, 300) of FIGS. 2 to 4).

[0103] According to one embodiment, when an electric signal is applied to at least one pair of electromagnets (413), the electromagnets and the permanent magnets (411) adjacent thereto can generate an attractive or repulsive force. As will be described with reference to FIG. 10, in a current state (e.g., a state illustrated in FIG. 8), when the first electromagnet (413a) among at least one electromagnet (413) is magnetized to the S pole and no electric signal is applied to the second electromagnet (413b), the wearable electronic device (500) can come into close contact with the user's body (B) while the second wearing member (460) moves in the -Y direction. In one embodiment, when the second electromagnet (431b) is magnetized to the S pole and no electric signal is applied to the first electromagnet (413a) in the state illustrated in FIG. 8, when the second wearing member (460) moves in the +Y direction, a gap (e.g., the third gap (G3) of FIG. 13) greater than the first gap (G1) may be provided between the wearable electronic device (500) and the user's body (B). For example, when FIG. 8 exemplifies the daily mode, when at least one pair of electromagnets (413) is controlled to have the S pole polarity of the first electromagnet (413a) of FIG. 8, the second wearing member (460) moves in the first direction (e.g., the -Y direction) (or the first direction (D1) of FIG. 10) on the first wearing member (450), and the wearable electronic device (500) may be changed from the wearing state of the daily mode to the wearing state of the exercise mode. In one embodiment, when FIG. 8 exemplifies the exercise mode, the second electromagnet (413b) of FIG. 8 among at least one pair of electromagnets (413) is controlled to have a polarity of S, so that the second wearing member (460) moves in a second direction (e.g., +Y direction) (or the second direction (D2) of FIG. 10) on the first wearing member (450), and the wearable electronic device (500) can be changed from a wearing state of the exercise mode to a wearing state of the daily life mode.

[0104] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (500) (e.g., the wearable electronic devices (200, 300) of FIGS. 2 to 4) may further include a geomagnetic sensor (415)(s). The geomagnetic sensor (415)(s) may, for example, detect the polarity of a permanent magnet (411)(s) adjacent to at least one pair of electromagnets (413). In one embodiment, the geomagnetic sensor (415)(s) may be disposed adjacent to, overlapping with, and / or substantially in contact with at least one electromagnet (413). This allows the geomagnetic sensor (415)(s) to easily detect the polarity of the permanent magnet (411) adjacent to at least one electromagnet (413). For example, the wearable electronic device (500) and / or the processor (120) of FIG. 1 can control the operating mode or wearing state of the wearable electronic device (500) by applying an electric signal to at least one electromagnet (413) based on the polarity of the permanent magnet detected by the geomagnetic sensor (415)(s).

[0105] FIG. 10 is a drawing for explaining a wearing state change operation of a wearable electronic device (e.g., the wearable electronic device (200, 300) of FIGS. 2 to 4) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0106] Referring to FIGS. 8 and 10, when the wearable electronic device (300) (e.g., the wearable electronic device (500) of FIG. 9) or the processor (120) of FIG. 1 wants to come into closer contact with the user's body (B), the first electromagnet (413a) can be magnetized to a second polarity, for example, a south pole. The wearable electronic device (300) or the processor (120) of FIG. 1 can detect the polarity of adjacent or surrounding permanent magnets (411)(s) using, for example, a geomagnetic sensor (415), and determine the direction of movement of the first wearing member (450) and / or the second wearing member (460). When the direction of movement is determined, for example, when it is determined to move the second wearable member (460) in the first direction (D1) (or -Y direction), the wearable electronic device (300) or the processor (120) of FIG. 1 magnetizes the first electromagnet (413a) to the S pole, so that the wearable electronic device (300) can be brought into closer contact with the user's body (B).

[0107] FIG. 11 is a drawing for explaining a second wearing state of a wearable electronic device (500) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 12 is a drawing showing a second wearing state of a wearable electronic device (500) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0108] FIGS. 11 and 12 may illustrate a state in which the wearable electronic device (500) (e.g., the wearable electronic devices (200, 300) of FIGS. 2 to 4) is in closer contact with the user's body (B) than that illustrated in FIGS. 8 to 10. For example, as the wearable electronic device (500) is in closer contact with the user's body (B), a gap smaller than the first gap (G1) of FIG. 9 may be formed between the wearable electronic device (500) and the user's body (B). In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (500) may be substantially in close contact with the user's body through the operation of FIG. 10 or FIG. 11, so that there may be no gap between the wearable electronic device (500) and the user's body (B) at the location illustrated by the first gap (G1) of FIG. 9. In one embodiment, after the first wearing member (450) and the second wearing member (460) have moved relative to each other to a position set in an exercise mode in which an exercise-related function is executed, an electrical signal applied to at least one pair of electromagnets (413) (e.g., the first electromagnet (413a)) may be blocked or released.

[0109] According to one embodiment, in the state illustrated in FIG. 8, when the second electromagnet (413b) is magnetized to the S pole by receiving an electric signal and the first electromagnet (413a) is not applied with an electric signal, the second wearing member (460) can move in a second direction (e.g., +Y direction or the second direction (D2) of FIG. 10) with respect to the first wearing member (450). This can be understood as an operation in which the wearable electronic device (500) is worn on the user's body (B), but a larger gap (e.g., the third gap (G3) of FIG. 13) is formed between the wearable electronic device (500) and the user's body (B). This will be described with reference to FIG. 13.

[0110] FIG. 13 is a drawing showing a third wearing state of a wearable electronic device (500) (e.g., the wearable electronic device (200, 300) of FIGS. 2 to 4) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0111] Referring to FIG. 13, the wearable electronic device (500) or the processor (120) of FIG. 1 may be worn on the user's body (B) at a third distance (G3) that is greater than the first distance (G1) in the daily mode. For example, considering body secretions generated in the exercise mode, the wearable electronic device (500) or the processor (120) of FIG. 1 may provide an environment in which the body secretions can be easily dispersed or removed by providing a sufficient distance (e.g., the third distance (G3)) between the user's body (B) and the wearable electronic device (500).

[0112] According to one embodiment, in the state illustrated in FIG. 11, which is the exercise mode, the wearable electronic device (500) or the processor (120) of FIG. 1 may cause the second wearing member (460) to move in the +Y direction with respect to the first wearing member (450) by magnetizing the first electromagnet (413a) to the N pole and / or by magnetizing the second electromagnet (413b) to the N pole. For example, the wearing state of the wearable electronic device (500) may be changed from the exercise mode in which the exercise-related function of FIG. 11 is executed to the daily mode in FIG. 8 in which the exercise-related function is not executed. In one embodiment, when changing from the daily mode of FIG. 8 to the wearing state of FIG. 13, the wearable electronic device (500) or the processor (120) of FIG. 1 may magnetize the second electromagnet (413b) to the N pole. In one embodiment, when changing from the daily mode of FIG. 8 to the wearing state of FIG. 13, an electric signal may not be applied to the first electromagnet (413a). For example, the second wearing member (460) may move in the +Y direction with respect to the first wearing member (450) due to a repulsive force generated between the second electromagnet (413b) and the first permanent magnet (411a) adjacent thereto or an attractive force between the second electromagnet and the second permanent magnet (411b) adjacent thereto, and the wearable electronic device (500) may change to the wearing state of FIG. 13.

[0113] According to one embodiment, whether or not to change to a target wearing state may be determined based on the pressure detected by a pressure sensor (e.g., pressure sensor (421) of FIG. 5). For example, as the wearable electronic device (500) comes into closer contact with the user's body (B), the pressure detected by the pressure sensor (421) may increase. In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (500) or the processor (120) of FIG. 1 may detect a change in pressure using the pressure sensor (421) in an operation in which the wearing state is changed.

[0114] FIG. 14 is a block diagram of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0115] Referring to FIG. 14, the wearable electronic device (1401) may include a processor (1422), a memory (1430), a display (1460), and a wearing member (1480) including a first wearing member (1481) and a second wearing member (1483), and a sensor module (1490) including a pressure sensor (1491) and a geomagnetic sensor (1493).

[0116] A wearable electronic device (1401) according to one embodiment is a wearable electronic device that can be worn on a part of a user's body, and may represent the wearable electronic devices (200, 300, and 500) of FIGS. 9, 12, and 13.

[0117] According to one embodiment, the processor (1422) may be implemented substantially identically or similarly to the processor (120) of FIG. 1.

[0118] According to one embodiment, when the processor (1422) confirms execution of a function related to exercise in the first wearing state, it may enter a second wearing state in which a second pressure higher than the first pressure detected in the first wearing state can be detected.

[0119] According to one embodiment, when the processor (1422) detects that the wearable electronic device (1401) is worn on a part of the user's body (e.g., the user's wrist), the processor (1422) may move the second wearing member (1483) to a position for detecting a first pressure on the first wearing member (1481). For example, the processor (1422) may detect that the electronic device (1401) is worn on a part of the user's body (e.g., the user's wrist) by using at least one electrode attached to the rear surface of the electronic device (1401) that comes into contact with the part of the user's body (e.g., the user's wrist).

[0120] According to one embodiment, the processor (1422) can determine, based on the first detection information received from the geomagnetic sensor (1493), that the second wearing member (1483) is moving in a first direction (e.g., D1 of FIG. 10) on the first wearing member (1481) to move to a position for detecting the first pressure.

[0121] According to one embodiment, the processor (1422) may detect the first pressure based on second detection information received from the pressure sensor (1491) while the second wearing member (1483) moves in the first direction to move to a position for detecting the first pressure on the first wearing member (1481).

[0122] According to one embodiment, the processor (1422), when receiving second detection information from the pressure sensor (1491), can check a pressure value from the second detection information, and if the pressure value is included within a first designated range for the first pressure, can check the wearing state of the electronic device as the first wearing state (e.g., the first wearing state of FIG. 9).

[0123] The first wearing state according to one embodiment may represent a wearing state in which various functions (e.g., call receiving and sending function, message receiving and sending function, etc.) that can be executed by the wearable electronic device in a general mode in which a function related to exercise is not executed.

[0124] According to one embodiment, when the processor (1422) confirms the execution of a function related to exercise in the first wearing state, it can move the second wearing member (1483) to a position for detecting a second pressure higher than the first pressure on the first wearing member (1481).

[0125] According to one embodiment, the processor (1422) can determine, based on the first detection information received from the geomagnetic sensor (1493), that the second wearing member (1483) is moving in a first direction (e.g., D1 of FIG. 10) on the first wearing member (1481) to move to a position for detecting the second pressure higher than the first pressure.

[0126] According to one embodiment, the first direction for moving to the position for detecting the second pressure may be the same as the first direction for moving to the position for detecting the first pressure.

[0127] According to one embodiment, the processor (1422) can determine the second pressure based on second detection information received from the pressure sensor (1491) while the second wearing member (1483) moves to a position for detecting the second pressure on the first wearing member (1481).

[0128] According to one embodiment, the processor (1422), when receiving second detection information from the pressure sensor (1491), can check a pressure value from the second detection information, and if the pressure value is included within a second designated range for the second pressure, can check the wearing state of the electronic device as the second wearing state (e.g., the second wearing state of FIG. 12).

[0129] The second wearing state according to one embodiment may indicate a wearing state in which the electronic device (1401) is in tighter contact with a part of the user's body (e.g., the user's wrist) than in the first wearing state in an exercise mode for executing an exercise recording function in which an exercise-related function is executed or a biometric information measurement mode for executing a health measurement function, thereby increasing the accuracy of measurement of at least one sensor included in the electronic device (1401) for executing an exercise-related function.

[0130] At least one sensor for executing the exercise-related function included in the sensor module (1490) according to one embodiment may include at least one sensor for a health measurement function (e.g., an ECG sensor, a BIA sensor, and an HRM sensor, etc.) and at least one sensor for an exercise recording function (e.g., an acceleration sensor, a gyro sensor, etc.).

[0131] According to one embodiment, when the processor (1422) confirms the end of the execution of a function related to exercise in the second wearing state, it may enter a third wearing state in which a third pressure lower than the first pressure detected in the first wearing state can be detected.

[0132] According to one embodiment, when the processor (1422) confirms the end of the execution of a function related to exercise in the second wearing state, the processor (1422) may move the second wearing member (1483) to a position for detecting a third pressure lower than the first pressure on the first wearing member (1481).

[0133] According to one embodiment, the processor (1422) may detect, based on first detection information received from the geomagnetic sensor (1493), that the second wearing member (1483) is moving in a second direction (e.g., D2 of FIG. 10) on the first wearing member (1481) to move to a position for detecting the third pressure lower than the first pressure.

[0134] The second direction for moving to the position for detecting the third pressure according to one embodiment may be a direction opposite to the first direction for moving to the position for detecting the first pressure and / or the first direction for moving to the position for detecting the second pressure.

[0135] According to one embodiment, the processor (1422) can determine the third pressure based on second detection information received from the pressure sensor (1491) while the second wearing member (1483) moves to a position for detecting the third pressure on the first wearing member (1481).

[0136] According to one embodiment, the processor (1422), when receiving second detection information from the pressure sensor (1491), can check a pressure value from the second detection information, and if the pressure value is included within a third designated range for the third pressure, can check the wearing state of the electronic device as the third wearing state (e.g., the third wearing state of FIG. 13).

[0137] According to one embodiment, the third wearing state may represent a looser wearing state than the first wearing state to prevent the occurrence of skin rash on a part of the user's body (e.g., the user's wrist) that is in tight contact with the electronic device with the second pressure while executing the exercise-related function when the exercise-related function execution is terminated.

[0138] According to one embodiment, the processor (1422) can enter the first wearing state when it confirms that a specified time has elapsed in the third wearing state.

[0139] According to one embodiment, the processor (1422) can enter the first wearing state by moving the second wearing member (1483) to a position for detecting a first pressure on the first wearing member (1481) when it confirms that a specified time has elapsed in the third wearing state.

[0140] According to one embodiment, the processor (1422) may, when confirming the end of execution of the exercise-related function, enter the first wearing state or enter the first wearing state from the second wearing state when confirming the passage of a specified time after entering the third wearing state from the second wearing state, depending on the type of exercise-related function executed in the second wearing state.

[0141] According to one embodiment, the processor (1422), when the function related to exercise in the second wearing state is an exercise recording function, if it confirms the end of execution of the exercise recording function, it can enter the third wearing state, and if it confirms the passage of a specified time, it can enter the first wearing state.

[0142] According to one embodiment, the processor (1422), when the function related to exercise in the second wearing state is a health measurement function, can enter the first wearing state (e.g., the first wearing state of FIG. 9) upon confirming the end of execution of the health measurement function.

[0143] According to one embodiment, the memory (1430) may be implemented substantially identically or similarly to the memory (130) of FIG. 1.

[0144] According to one embodiment, the memory (1430) can store data or instructions of the wearable electronic device (1401). For example, the instructions stored in the memory (1430) can be set to perform specific operations by the processor (1422).

[0145] A memory (1430) according to one embodiment may include a table relating to pressure data regarding a first wearing state (e.g., a first designated range for a first pressure), pressure data regarding a second wearing state (e.g., a second designated range for a second pressure), and pressure data regarding a third wearing state (e.g., a third designated range for a third pressure).

[0146] According to one embodiment, the display (1460) may be implemented substantially identically or similarly to the display (160) of FIG. 1 and / or the flexible display (420) of FIG. 5.

[0147] According to one embodiment, the wearing member (1480) may be implemented substantially identically or similarly to the wearing member (520) of FIGS. 9, 12, and 13.

[0148] The first wearing member (1481) of the wearing member (1480) according to one embodiment may be implemented to be substantially the same as or similar to the first wearing member (150) of FIGS. 2 and 3, the first wearing member (295) of FIG. 4, and the first wearing member (450) of FIGS. 5, 6, 10, and 11.

[0149] The second wearing member (1483) of the wearing member (1480) according to one embodiment may be implemented to be substantially the same as or similar to the second wearing member (160) of FIGS. 2 and 3, the first wearing member (297) of FIG. 4, and the second wearing member (460) of FIGS. 7, 8, 10, and 11.

[0150] According to one embodiment, the sensor module (1490) may be implemented substantially identically or similarly to the sensor module (176) of FIG. 1.

[0151] The pressure sensor (1491) of the sensor module (1490) according to one embodiment may be implemented substantially identically or similarly to the pressure sensor (421) of FIG. 5.

[0152] A pressure sensor (1491) according to one embodiment can detect a pressure (e.g., a first pressure, a second pressure, or a third pressure) while the second wearing member (1483) moves in a first direction (e.g., D1 of FIG. 10) or a second direction (e.g., D2 of FIG. 10) on the first wearing member (1481).

[0153] The geomagnetic sensor (1493) of the sensor module (1490) according to one embodiment may be implemented substantially identically or similarly to the geomagnetic sensor (415) of FIGS. 8, 10, and 11.

[0154] According to one embodiment, a geomagnetic sensor (1493) can detect the direction in which the second wearing member (1483) moves on the first wearing member (1481).

[0155] FIG. 15 is a drawing for explaining an operation of entering a wearing state according to a function related to exercise in a wearable electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0156] Referring to FIG. 15, as shown in screen 1501, an electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 and / or the electronic device (201) of FIG. 2) can confirm the execution of an exercise recording function among functions related to exercise in a first wearing state in which the electronic device is worn on a body part of a user (e.g., the user's wrist) and can detect a first pressure. The electronic device according to an embodiment can confirm the execution of the exercise recording function based on a user's selection. The electronic device according to an embodiment can confirm the execution of the exercise recording function when a user wearing the electronic device on a body part performs a motion that can be detected as exercise for a specified period of time.

[0157] As shown in screen 1503, when an electronic device according to one embodiment (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 or / and the electronic device (201) of FIG. 2) confirms execution of an exercise recording function among functions related to exercise, it may enter a second wearing state in which a second pressure higher than the first pressure can be detected from the first wearing state in which the first pressure can be detected.

[0158] As shown in screen 1505, an electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 and / or the electronic device (201) of FIG. 2) can confirm the end of execution of an exercise recording function among functions related to exercise. The electronic device according to an embodiment can confirm the end of execution of an exercise recording function based on a user's selection. When a user wearing the electronic device according to an embodiment no longer performs a motion that can be detected as exercise for a specified period of time, the end of execution of the exercise recording function can be confirmed. When the electronic device according to an embodiment confirms the end of execution of an exercise recording function among functions related to exercise, the electronic device can terminate exercise recording on a display of the electronic device (e.g., the display (1060) of FIG. 10) and display recorded exercise information.

[0159] As shown in screen 1507, an electronic device according to one embodiment (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 or / and electronic device (201) of FIG. 2) may, when confirming the end of execution of an exercise recording function among the exercise-related functions in the second wearing state capable of detecting the second pressure, enter a third wearing state capable of detecting a third pressure lower than the first pressure.

[0160] As shown in screen 1509, an electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 or / and electronic device (201) of FIG. 2) may enter a first wearing state capable of detecting the first pressure when it confirms that a specified time has elapsed to prevent occurrence of a skin rash on the user due to tight contact between the electronic device and a body part of the user (e.g., the wrist of the user) during the second wearing state in the third wearing state.

[0161] FIG. 16 is a drawing for explaining an operation of entering a wearing state according to a function related to exercise in a wearable electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0162] Referring to FIG. 16, as shown in screen 1601, an electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 and / or the electronic device (201) of FIG. 2) can confirm execution of a health measurement function among functions related to exercise in a first wearing state in which the electronic device is worn on a part of a user's body (e.g., the user's wrist) and can detect a first pressure. The electronic device according to an embodiment can confirm execution of a health measurement record function based on a user's selection. The electronic device according to an embodiment can execute the function of the health measurement record through a user's touch on at least one sensor for health recording after the electronic device selects the health record function.

[0163] As shown in screen 1603, when an electronic device according to one embodiment (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 or / and electronic device (201) of FIG. 2) confirms execution of a health record function among functions related to exercise, it may enter a second wearing state capable of detecting a second pressure higher than the first pressure from the first wearing state capable of detecting the first pressure.

[0164] As shown in screen 1605, an electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 and / or the electronic device (201) of FIG. 2) can confirm the end of execution of a health record function among functions related to exercise. The electronic device according to an embodiment can confirm the end of execution of the exercise record function based on a user's selection in the electronic device. When the electronic device according to an embodiment confirms the end of execution of the health record function among functions related to exercise, the electronic device can terminate health recording and display recorded health information on a display of the electronic device (e.g., the display (1060) of FIG. 10).

[0165] As shown in screen 1507, an electronic device according to one embodiment (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 or / and electronic device (201) of FIG. 2) may, when confirming the end of execution of a health record function among the functions related to exercise in the second wearing state capable of detecting the second pressure, enter a first wearing state capable of detecting the first pressure.

[0166] FIG. 17 is a flowchart illustrating an operation for entering a wearing state according to a function related to exercise in a wearable electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. The operation for entering a wearing state according to a function related to exercise in the device may include operations 1701 to 17103. In the following embodiments, the operations may be performed sequentially, but are not necessarily performed sequentially. For example, the order of the operations may be changed, at least two operations may be performed in parallel, or other operations may be added.

[0167] In operation 1701, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, the electronic devices of FIGS. 9, 12, and 13, and / or the electronic device (1001) of FIG. 14) may detect that the electronic device is worn on a part of the user's body.

[0168] According to one embodiment, the electronic device can detect that the electronic device is worn on a part of the user's body (e.g., the user's wrist) by using at least one electrode attached to a rear surface of the electronic device that comes into contact with a part of the user's body (e.g., the user's wrist).

[0169] In operation 1703, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, the electronic devices of FIGS. 9, 12, and 13, and / or the electronic device (1001) of FIG. 14) may enter a first wearing state (e.g., the first wearing state of FIG. 9).

[0170] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device detects that the electronic device is worn on a body part of the user (e.g., the user's wrist), the electronic device may move a second wearing member (e.g., the second wearing member (1083) of FIG. 10) to a position for detecting a first pressure on the first wearing member (e.g., the first wearing member (1081) of FIG. 10).

[0171] According to one embodiment, the electronic device can detect, based on first detection information received from a geomagnetic sensor (e.g., geomagnetic sensor (1493) of FIG. 14), that the second wearing member is moving in a first direction (e.g., D1 of FIG. 10) on the first wearing member to move to a position for detecting the first pressure.

[0172] According to one embodiment, the electronic device can determine the first pressure based on second detection information received from a pressure sensor (e.g., pressure sensor (1491) of FIG. 14)) while the second wearing member moves to a position for detecting the first pressure on the first wearing member.

[0173] According to one embodiment, the electronic device, when receiving second detection information from the pressure sensor, can check a pressure value from the second detection information, and if the pressure value is within a first designated range for the first pressure, can check the wearing state of the electronic device as the first wearing state.

[0174] In operation 1705, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, the electronic devices of FIGS. 9, 12, and 13, and / or the electronic device (1001) of FIG. 14) can determine whether a function related to exercise is being executed.

[0175] In the above operation 1705, if the electronic device does not confirm the execution of a function related to exercise in the electronic device, the electronic device can maintain the first wearing state in the above operation 1703.

[0176] In the above operation 1705, if the electronic device confirms the execution of a function related to exercise in the electronic device, the electronic device can enter a second wearing state (e.g., the second wearing state of FIG. 12) in the above operation 1707.

[0177] According to one embodiment, the electronic device, when confirming the execution of a function related to exercise in the first wearing state, can move the second wearing member to a position for detecting a second pressure higher than the first pressure on the first wearing member.

[0178] According to one embodiment, the electronic device can determine that the second wearing member is moving in a first direction (e.g., D1 of FIG. 10) on the first wearing member to move to a position for detecting the second pressure higher than the first pressure, based on first detection information received from a geomagnetic sensor (e.g., geomagnetic sensor (1493) of FIG. 14).

[0179] According to one embodiment, the electronic device can determine the second pressure based on second detection information received from a pressure sensor (e.g., a geomagnetic sensor (1491) of FIG. 14) while the second wearing member moves in a direction for detecting the second pressure on the first wearing member.

[0180] According to one embodiment, the electronic device, when receiving second detection information from the pressure sensor, can check a pressure value from the second detection information, and if the pressure value is included within a second designated range for the second pressure, can check the wearing state of the electronic device as the second wearing state.

[0181] In operation 1709, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, the electronic devices of FIGS. 9, 12, and 13, and / or the electronic device (1001) of FIG. 14) can determine whether the execution of a function related to exercise has ended.

[0182] In the above operation 1709, if the electronic device does not confirm the end of the execution of the function related to exercise in the electronic device, the electronic device can maintain the execution of the function related to exercise in the second wearing state in the above operation 1707.

[0183] In the above operation 1709, if the electronic device confirms the end of the execution of the function related to exercise in the electronic device, the electronic device can enter the third wearing state (e.g., the third wearing state of FIG. 13) in the above operation 1711.

[0184] According to one embodiment, the electronic device, upon confirming the end of the execution of a function related to exercise in the second wearing state, may enter the third wearing state in which a third pressure lower than the first pressure detected in the first wearing state can be detected.

[0185] According to one embodiment, the electronic device, upon confirming the end of the execution of a function related to exercise in the second wearing state, may move the second wearing member to a position for detecting a third pressure lower than the first pressure on the first wearing member.

[0186] According to one embodiment, the electronic device can determine that the second wearing member is moving in a second direction (e.g., D2 of FIG. 10) on the first wearing member to move to a position for detecting the third pressure lower than the first pressure, based on second detection information received from a geomagnetic sensor (e.g., geomagnetic sensor (1493) of FIG. 14).

[0187] According to one embodiment, the electronic device can determine the third pressure based on second detection information received from a pressure sensor (e.g., a geomagnetic sensor (1491) of FIG. 14) while the second wearing member moves to a position for detecting the third pressure on the first wearing member.

[0188] According to one embodiment, the electronic device, when receiving second detection information from the pressure sensor, can check a pressure value from the second detection information, and if the pressure value is included within a third designated range for the third pressure, can check the wearing state of the electronic device as the third wearing state.

[0189] In operation 1713, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, the electronic devices of FIGS. 9, 12, and 13, and / or the electronic device (1001) of FIG. 14) can check whether a specified time has elapsed.

[0190] In the above operation 1713, if the electronic device does not confirm the passage of the specified time, it can maintain the third wearing state in operation 1711.

[0191] In the above operation 1713, if the electronic device confirms that the specified time has elapsed, it can enter the first wearing state in the above operation 1703.

[0192] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may enter the first wearing state (e.g., the first wearing state of FIG. 9) when it confirms that the specified time has elapsed in the third wearing state.

[0193] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may enter the first wearing state in which the second wearing member is moved in a direction for detecting a first pressure on the first wearing member when the specified time elapses in the third wearing state.

[0194] As described above, the embodiment(s) of the present disclosure can easily control the wearing state of a wearable electronic device (e.g., the wearable electronic device (200, 300, 500) of FIGS. 2 to 4, 9, 12, and / or 13) by including a permanent magnet (e.g., the permanent magnet (411) of FIG. 10)(s) and / or an electromagnet (e.g., the electromagnet (413) of FIG. 10)(s). For example, the wearable electronic device can provide a comfortable wearing feeling in daily life while being in close contact with the user's body when detecting biometric information, thereby increasing the accuracy of the detected biometric information. In one embodiment, a sufficient gap is provided between the user's body and the wearable electronic device after the exercise mode ends, thereby facilitating the removal of body secretions. For example, contamination of the wearable electronic device or injury to the user due to body secretions can be prevented.

[0195] The effects that can be obtained from the present disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects that are not mentioned can be clearly understood by a person having ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure pertains from the description of the above-described embodiment(s).

[0196] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a wearable electronic device (e.g., a wearable electronic device (200, 300, 500, 1401) of FIGS. 2 to 4, 9, 12, 13 and / or 14) comprises a housing (e.g., a housing (210, 510) of FIG. 2 or 9), a first wearing member (e.g., a first wearing member (450) of FIG. 10) detachably disposed on one side of the housing, a second wearing member (e.g., a second wearing member (460) of FIG. 10) detachably disposed on the other side of the housing and aligned with the first wearing member along a first direction (e.g., a Y-axis direction of FIG. 4 or a first direction (D1) of FIG. 10) with the housing interposed therebetween, the second wearing member being configured to form a closed curve together with the housing and the first wearing member by at least partially facing and engaging with the first wearing member. The wearable device may include: a first pair of magnetic bodies (e.g., permanent magnets (411) of FIG. 10) arranged on the first wearable device such that first polarities and second polarities are alternately arranged along the first direction; and at least one pair of second magnetic bodies (e.g., electromagnets (411) of FIG. 10) arranged on the second wearable device along the first direction. In one embodiment, the at least one pair of second magnetic bodies may be configured to generate an attractive or repulsive force with the first magnetic bodies when an electric signal is applied thereto.

[0197] In one embodiment, the first magnetic bodies may include permanent magnets and the second magnetic bodies may include electromagnets. In one embodiment, the first wearing member and the second wearing member may be configured to move relative to each other in the first direction or in a second direction opposite to the first direction (e.g., the second direction (D2) of FIG. 10) by an attractive or repulsive force generated between the at least one pair of second magnetic bodies and the first magnetic bodies.

[0198] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device as described above may further include a pressure sensor (e.g., pressure sensor (421) of FIG. 5) built into one of the first wearing member and the second wearing member.

[0199] In one embodiment, the first wearing member and the second wearing member may be configured to move in the first direction or in a second direction opposite to the first direction by an attractive or repulsive force generated between at least one pair of second magnetic bodies and one of the first magnetic bodies. In one embodiment, the pressure sensor may be configured to detect a pressure or a change in pressure according to a relative movement of the first wearing member and the second wearing member.

[0200] According to one embodiment, the pressure sensor may include a first electrode pad (e.g., a first electrode pad (421a) of FIG. 5), a dielectric layer (e.g., a dielectric layer (421c) of FIG. 5) disposed on one surface of the first electrode pad, and a second electrode pad (e.g., a second electrode pad (421c) of FIG. 5) disposed on one surface of the dielectric layer and facing the first electrode pad with the dielectric layer interposed therebetween.

[0201] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device as described above may further include at least one geomagnetic sensor (e.g., geomagnetic sensor (415) of FIG. 10) disposed on the second wearing member. In one embodiment, the at least one geomagnetic sensor may be configured to detect a polarity of at least one of the first magnetic bodies adjacent to the at least one pair of second magnetic bodies.

[0202] According to one embodiment, the at least one geomagnetic sensor may be arranged to overlap with one of the at least one pair of second magnetic bodies.

[0203] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device as described above may further include valley shaped portions (e.g., valley shaped portion (459) of FIG. 10) formed on one of the first wearing member and the second wearing member, the valley shaped portions extending in a direction intersecting the first direction and arranged along the first direction, and mountain shaped portions (e.g., mountain shaped portion (469) of FIG. 10) formed on the other of the first wearing member and the second wearing member, the mountain shaped portions extending in a direction intersecting the first direction and arranged along the first direction. In one embodiment, when the second wearing member is at least partially coupled to face the first wearing member, at least one of the mountain shaped portions may be configured to be received in or engaged with one of the valley shaped portions.

[0204] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device as described above may further include a flexible display (e.g., the flexible display (420) of FIG. 5) disposed on at least one of the first wearing member or the second wearing member.

[0205] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device as described above may further include a processor (e.g., processor 120, 1422 of FIG. 1 and / or FIG. 14) and a memory (e.g., memory 130, 1430 of FIG. 1 and / or FIG. 14) that stores instructions. In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the wearable electronic device to enter a second wearing state in which the second wearing member is moved to a position for detecting a first pressure on the first wearing member, upon confirming execution of a function related to exercise. In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the wearable electronic device to enter a third wearing state in which the second wearing member is moved to a position for detecting a third pressure lower than the first pressure on the first wearing member upon confirming the end of the execution of the function related to the exercise in the second wearing state.

[0206] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the wearable electronic device to enter the first wearing state after a specified period of time has elapsed in the third wearing state.

[0207] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the wearable electronic device to enter the first wearing state when the wearable electronic device detects that the wearable electronic device is worn on a part of the user's body.

[0208] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the wearable electronic device to determine a direction of movement of the second wearing member moving on the first wearing member based on first detection information received from a geomagnetic sensor.

[0209] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the wearable electronic device to determine a pressure value from second detection information received from a pressure sensor. In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the wearable electronic device to determine a wearing state as the first wearing state if the pressure value is within a first designated range for the first pressure. In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the wearable electronic device to determine a wearing state as the second wearing state if the pressure value is within a second designated range for the second pressure. In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the wearable electronic device to determine a wearing state as the third wearing state if the pressure value is within a third designated range for the third pressure.

[0210] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a wearable electronic device (e.g., a wearable electronic device (200, 300, 500, 1401) of FIGS. 2 to 4, 9, 12, 13 and / or 14) comprises a housing (e.g., a housing (210, 510) of FIG. 2 or 9), a first wearing member (e.g., a first wearing member (450) of FIG. 10) detachably disposed on one side of the housing, a second wearing member (e.g., a second wearing member (460) of FIG. 10) detachably disposed on the other side of the housing and aligned with the first wearing member along a first direction (e.g., a Y-axis direction of FIG. 4 or a first direction (D1) of FIG. 10) with the housing interposed therebetween, the second wearing member being configured to form a closed curve together with the housing and the first wearing member by at least partially facing and engaging with the first wearing member. The wearable device may include a first wearable device, permanent magnets (e.g., permanent magnets (411) of FIG. 10) arranged on the first wearable device such that first polarity and second polarity are alternately arranged along the first direction, and at least one pair of electromagnets (e.g., electromagnets (411) of FIG. 10) arranged on the second wearable device along the first direction. In one embodiment, the at least one pair of electromagnets may be configured to generate an attractive or repulsive force with the permanent magnets when an electric signal is applied thereto.

[0211] According to one embodiment, the first wearing member and the second wearing member may be configured to move relative to each other in the first direction or in a second direction opposite to the first direction (e.g., the second direction (D2) of FIG. 10) by an attractive or repulsive force generated between the at least one pair of electromagnets and the permanent magnets.

[0212] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device as described above may further include a pressure sensor (e.g., pressure sensor (421) of FIG. 5) built into one of the first wearing member and the second wearing member.

[0213] In one embodiment, the first wearing member and the second wearing member may be configured to move in the first direction or in a second direction opposite to the first direction by an attractive or repulsive force generated between the at least one pair of electromagnets and one of the permanent magnets. In one embodiment, the pressure sensor may be configured to detect a pressure or a change in pressure according to the relative movement of the first wearing member and the second wearing member.

[0214] According to one embodiment, the pressure sensor may include a first electrode pad (e.g., a first electrode pad (421a) of FIG. 5), a dielectric layer (e.g., a dielectric layer (421c) of FIG. 5) disposed on one surface of the first electrode pad, and a second electrode pad (e.g., a second electrode pad (421c) of FIG. 5) disposed on one surface of the dielectric layer and facing the first electrode pad with the dielectric layer interposed therebetween.

[0215] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device as described above may further include at least one geomagnetic sensor (e.g., geomagnetic sensor (415) of FIG. 10) disposed on the second wearing member. In one embodiment, the at least one geomagnetic sensor may be configured to detect the polarity of at least one of the permanent magnets adjacent to the at least one pair of electromagnets.

[0216] According to one embodiment, the at least one geomagnetic sensor may be arranged to overlap one of the at least one pair of electromagnets.

[0217] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device as described above may further include valley shaped portions (e.g., valley shaped portion (459) of FIG. 10) formed on one of the first wearing member and the second wearing member, the valley shaped portions extending in a direction intersecting the first direction and arranged along the first direction, and mountain shaped portions (e.g., mountain shaped portion (469) of FIG. 10) formed on the other of the first wearing member and the second wearing member, the mountain shaped portions extending in a direction intersecting the first direction and arranged along the first direction. In one embodiment, when the second wearing member is at least partially coupled to face the first wearing member, at least one of the mountain shaped portions may be configured to be received in or engaged with one of the valley shaped portions.

[0218] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device as described above may further include a flexible display (e.g., the flexible display (420) of FIG. 5) disposed on at least one of the first wearing member or the second wearing member.

[0219] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device as described above may further include a processor (e.g., processor 120, 1422 of FIG. 1 and / or FIG. 14) and a memory (e.g., memory 130, 1430 of FIG. 1 and / or FIG. 14) that stores instructions. In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the wearable electronic device to enter a second wearing state in which the second wearing member is moved to a position for detecting a first pressure on the first wearing member, upon confirming execution of a function related to exercise. In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the wearable electronic device to enter a third wearing state in which the second wearing member is moved to a position for detecting a third pressure lower than the first pressure on the first wearing member upon confirming the end of the execution of the function related to the exercise in the second wearing state.

[0220] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the wearable electronic device to enter the first wearing state after a specified period of time has elapsed in the third wearing state.

[0221] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the wearable electronic device to enter the first wearing state when the wearable electronic device detects that the wearable electronic device is worn on a part of the user's body.

[0222] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the wearable electronic device to determine a direction of movement of the second wearing member moving on the first wearing member based on first detection information received from a geomagnetic sensor.

[0223] According to one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the wearable electronic device to determine a pressure value from second detection information received from a pressure sensor. In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the wearable electronic device to determine a wearing state as the first wearing state if the pressure value is within a first designated range for the first pressure. In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the wearable electronic device to determine a wearing state as the second wearing state if the pressure value is within a second designated range for the second pressure. In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the wearable electronic device to determine a wearing state as the third wearing state if the pressure value is within a third designated range for the third pressure.

[0224] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a wearable electronic device (e.g., a wearable electronic device (200, 300, 500) of FIGS. 2 to 4, 9, 12 and / or 13) comprises a housing (e.g., a housing (210, 510) of FIG. 2 or 9), a first wearing member (e.g., a first wearing member (450) of FIG. 10) detachably disposed on one side of the housing, a second wearing member (e.g., a second wearing member (460) of FIG. 10) detachably disposed on the other side of the housing and aligned with the first wearing member along a first direction (e.g., a Y-axis direction of FIG. 4 or a first direction (D1) of FIG. 10) with the housing interposed therebetween, the second wearing member being configured to form a closed curve together with the housing and the first wearing member by at least partially facing and engaging with the first wearing member, and a second wearing member disposed on the first wearing member. It may include permanent magnets (e.g., permanent magnets (411) of FIG. 10) and at least one pair of electromagnets (e.g., electromagnets (413) of FIG. 10) arranged on the second wearing member along the first direction. In one embodiment, the at least one pair of electromagnets may be configured to receive an electric signal to generate an attractive or repulsive force with the permanent magnets, thereby moving the first wearing member and the second wearing member relative to each other in the first direction or a second direction opposite to the first direction (e.g., the second direction (D2) of FIG. 10).

[0225] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device as described above may further include a pressure sensor (e.g., pressure sensor (421) of FIG. 5) built into one of the first wearing member and the second wearing member. In one embodiment, the first wearing member and the second wearing member may be configured to move in the first direction or a second direction opposite to the first direction by an attractive force or a repulsive force generated between the at least one pair of electromagnets and one of the permanent magnets. In one embodiment, the pressure sensor may be configured to detect a pressure or a change in pressure according to a relative movement of the first wearing member and the second wearing member.

[0226] According to one embodiment, the pressure sensor may include a first electrode pad (e.g., a first electrode pad (421a) of FIG. 5), a dielectric layer (e.g., a dielectric layer (421c) of FIG. 5) disposed on one surface of the first electrode pad, and a second electrode pad (e.g., a second electrode pad (421c) of FIG. 5) disposed on one surface of the dielectric layer and facing the first electrode pad with the dielectric layer interposed therebetween.

[0227] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device as described above may further include at least one geomagnetic sensor (e.g., geomagnetic sensor (415) of FIG. 10) disposed on the second wearing member. In one embodiment, the at least one geomagnetic sensor may be configured to detect the polarity of at least one of the permanent magnets adjacent to the at least one pair of electromagnets.

[0228] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device as described above may further include valley shaped portions (e.g., valley shaped portion (459) of FIG. 10) formed on one of the first wearing member and the second wearing member, the valley shaped portions extending in a direction intersecting the first direction and arranged along the first direction, and mountain shaped portions (e.g., mountain shaped portion (469) of FIG. 10) formed on the other of the first wearing member and the second wearing member, the mountain shaped portions extending in a direction intersecting the first direction and arranged along the first direction. In one embodiment, when the second wearing member is at least partially coupled to face the first wearing member, at least one of the mountain shaped portions may be configured to be received in or engaged with one of the valley shaped portions.

[0229] According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device as described above may further include a processor (e.g., the processor 120 of FIG. 1) and a memory (e.g., the memory 130 of FIG. 1) that stores instructions. In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the wearable electronic device to, upon confirming execution of a function related to exercise in a first wearing state in which the second wearing member is moved to a position for detecting a first pressure on the first wearing member, enter a second wearing state in which the second wearing member is moved to a position for detecting a second pressure higher than the first pressure on the first wearing member. In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the wearable electronic device to, upon confirming termination of execution of the function related to exercise in the second wearing state, enter a third wearing state in which the second wearing member is moved to a position for detecting a third pressure lower than the first pressure on the first wearing member.

[0230] While the present disclosure has been described by way of example with respect to one embodiment, it should be understood that the embodiment is illustrative and not limiting of the present disclosure. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes in form and detailed construction may be made therein without departing from the overall scope of the present disclosure, including the appended claims and their equivalents. For example, while the above-described embodiment exemplifies a configuration in which the ribbed portion(s) are formed on the first wearing member and the ridged portion(s) are formed on the second wearing member, the embodiment(s) of the present disclosure are not limited thereto, and in an embodiment not illustrated, the ribbed portion(s) may be formed on the second wearing member and the ridged portion(s) may be formed on the first wearing member.

Claims

1. In a wearable electronic device (101; 200; 300; 500; 1401), Housing (210; 510); A first wearing member (250; 450) detachably arranged on one side of the housing; A second wearing member (260; 460) detachably arranged on the other side of the housing and aligned with the first wearing member along the first direction (D1) with the housing interposed therebetween, the second wearing member being configured to form a closed curve together with the housing and the first wearing member by at least partially facing the first wearing member; First magnetic materials (411) arranged on the first wearable member so that the first polarity and the second polarity are alternately arranged along the first direction; and Including at least one pair of second magnetic bodies (413) arranged on the second wearable member along the first direction, A wearable electronic device wherein at least one pair of second magnetic bodies are configured to generate an attractive or repulsive force with respect to the first magnetic bodies when an electric signal is applied thereto.

2. In the first paragraph, the first magnetic bodies include permanent magnets and the second magnetic bodies include electromagnets, A wearable electronic device configured such that the first wearing member and the second wearing member move in the first direction or a second direction (D2) opposite to the first direction by an attractive or repulsive force generated between at least one pair of second magnetic bodies and the first magnetic bodies.

3. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 2, A wearable electronic device further comprising a pressure sensor (421) built into one of the first wearing member and the second wearing member.

4. In the third paragraph, the first wearing member and the second wearing member are configured to move in the first direction or in a second direction opposite to the first direction by an attractive or repulsive force generated between at least one pair of second magnetic bodies and one of the first magnetic bodies, A wearable electronic device wherein the pressure sensor is configured to detect pressure or a change in pressure due to relative movement of the first wearing member and the second wearing member.

5. In any one of clauses 3 to 4, the pressure sensor, First electrode pad (421a); A dielectric layer (421b) arranged on one surface of the first electrode pad; and A wearable electronic device including a second electrode pad (421c) disposed on one surface of the dielectric layer and facing the first electrode pad with the dielectric layer interposed therebetween.

6. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 5, Further comprising at least one geomagnetic sensor (415) arranged on the second wearable member, A wearable electronic device wherein said at least one geomagnetic sensor is configured to detect a polarity of at least one of said first magnetic bodies adjacent to said at least one pair of second magnetic bodies.

7. A wearable electronic device according to claim 6, wherein the at least one geomagnetic sensor is arranged to overlap with one of the at least one pair of second magnetic bodies.

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 7, Valley shaped portions (459) formed in one of the first wearing member and the second wearing member, the valley shaped portions extending in a direction intersecting the first direction and arranged along the first direction; and Further including mountain shaped portions (469) formed on the other of the first wearing member and the second wearing member, the mountain shaped portions extending in a direction intersecting the first direction and arranged along the first direction, A wearable electronic device wherein at least one of the ridges is configured to be received in or engage with one of the ribs when the second wearable member is at least partially coupled to face the first wearable member.

9. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 8, A wearable electronic device further comprising a flexible display (420) disposed on at least one of the first wearing member or the second wearing member.

10. In paragraph 1 Processor (120; 1422); and It further includes a memory (130; 1430) for storing commands, The above instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the wearable electronic device to: When the execution of a function related to movement is confirmed in the first wearing state in which the second wearing member is moved to a position for detecting a first pressure on the first wearing member, the second wearing state is entered in which the second wearing member is moved to a position for detecting a second pressure higher than the first pressure on the first wearing member. A wearable electronic device configured to enter a third wearing state in which, when the end of execution of the function related to the exercise is confirmed in the second wearing state, the second wearing member is moved to a position for detecting a third pressure lower than the first pressure on the first wearing member.

11. In Article 10, The above instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the wearable electronic device to: A wearable electronic device set to enter the first wearing state when a specified time has elapsed in the third wearing state.

12. In any one of clauses 10 to 11, The above instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the wearable electronic device to: A wearable electronic device configured to enter the first wearing state when it detects that the wearable electronic device is worn on a part of a user's body.

13. In any one of paragraphs 10 to 12, The above instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the wearable electronic device to: A wearable electronic device configured to determine a direction of movement of a second worn member moving on the first worn member based on first detection information received from a geomagnetic sensor.

14. In any one of paragraphs 10 to 13, The above instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the wearable electronic device to: Check the pressure value from the second detection information received from the pressure sensor, If the above pressure value is within the first specified range for the first pressure, the wearing state is confirmed as the first wearing state, If the above pressure value is within the second specified range for the second pressure, the wearing state is confirmed as the second wearing state, A wearable electronic device configured to determine a wearing state as a third wearing state when the pressure value falls within a third specified range for the third pressure.

15. A wearable electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 14, wherein the first magnetic bodies include permanent magnets, and the at least one pair of second magnetic bodies include electromagnets.

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