Electronic device comprising support assembly

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an electronic device. The electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may comprise: a first housing; a second housing arranged to be movable relative to the first housing in a first direction or a second direction opposite to the first direction; a flexible display arranged in the first housing and the second housing to be deformable; a carrier arranged to be movable along with the second housing; and a support assembly configured to support the flexible display, wherein the support assembly includes: a roller which is fixedly disposed in the first housing and on which at least a part of the flexible display is wound; and a support plate which extends from the roller in the first direction, is arranged to be movable along with the carrier, and is configured to have a variable length in the first direction.

Description

Electronic device including support assembly

[0001] Various embodiments disclosed in this document relate to electronic devices, for example, electronic devices including a support assembly.

[0002] Advances in information and communication technology and semiconductor technology are integrating diverse functions into a single portable electronic device. For example, electronic devices can implement not only communication functions but also entertainment functions such as gaming, multimedia functions such as music and video playback, communication and security functions for mobile banking, calendar management, and electronic wallet functions. These electronic devices are becoming smaller and more portable for users.

[0003] As mobile communication services expand into the realm of multimedia services, the display sizes of electronic devices need to increase to ensure users can fully utilize multimedia services, beyond just voice calls and text messages. However, the display size of electronic devices is a trade-off with their miniaturization.

[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] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first housing; a second housing arranged to be relatively movable in a first direction or a second direction opposite to the first direction with respect to the first housing; a flexible display arranged to be deformable in the first housing and the second housing; a carrier arranged to be movable together with the second housing; and a support assembly configured to support the flexible display, wherein the support assembly may include a roller fixedly arranged to the first housing and around which at least a portion of the flexible display is wound; and a support plate extending from the roller in the first direction, arranged to be movable together with the carrier, and configured to have a variable length in the first direction.

[0006] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure comprises: a first housing; a second housing arranged to be relatively movable in a first direction or a second direction opposite to the first direction with respect to the first housing; a flexible display arranged to be deformable in the first housing and the second housing; a support assembly including a first support portion spaced apart from the flexible display and configured to support the flexible display and a second support portion around which the flexible display is rolled; and a sheet arranged between the flexible display and the support assembly, wherein the sheet may include a first sheet portion arranged between the first support portion and the flexible display and having a first degree of elasticity; and a second sheet portion arranged between the second support portion and the flexible display and having a second degree of elasticity greater than the first degree of elasticity.

[0007] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure includes a first housing; a second housing arranged to be relatively movable in a first direction or a second direction opposite to the first direction with respect to the first housing; a flexible display arranged to be deformable in the first housing and the second housing; a carrier arranged to be movable together with the second housing; and a support assembly configured to support the flexible display, wherein the support assembly may include a preceding part configured to move together with the carrier; and a trailing part configured to be at least partially hooked to the preceding part and configured to form a gap between the preceding part and the second part.

[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 of an electronic device within a network environment according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0010] FIG. 2 is a drawing showing a state in which a part of a display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is housed within a housing.

[0011] FIG. 3 is a drawing showing a state in which a portion of a display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is exposed to the outside of a housing.

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

[0013] FIG. 5A is a cross-sectional view taken along line A-A' of FIG. 2 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0014] FIG. 5b is a cross-sectional view taken along line B-B' of FIG. 3 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0015] FIG. 6 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0016] FIG. 7 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0017] FIG. 8A is an exploded view of a portion of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0018] FIG. 8b is an exploded view of a portion of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0019] FIG. 8c is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0020] FIG. 9A is a portion of an electronic device in a first state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] FIG. 9b is a portion of an electronic device in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0022] FIG. 10A is a portion of an electronic device in a first state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0023] FIG. 10b is a portion of an electronic device in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0024] FIG. 11 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0025] FIG. 12 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0026] FIG. 13A is a portion of an electronic device in a first state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0027] FIG. 13b is a portion of an electronic device in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0028] FIG. 14 is a drawing explaining state changes of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0029] FIG. 15a is a drawing explaining a state change of a support assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0030] FIG. 15b is a drawing explaining a state change of a support assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0031] FIG. 16A is a portion of an electronic device in a first state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0032] FIG. 16b is a portion of an electronic device in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0033] FIG. 17 is a portion of a support assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0034] FIG. 18 is a portion of a support assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0035] FIG. 19 is a portion of a support assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0036] FIG. 20 is a drawing explaining state changes of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0037] FIG. 21A is a portion of an electronic device in a first state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0038] FIG. 21b is a portion of an electronic device in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0039] Fig. 22 is a cross-sectional view taken along the C-C' reference line shown in Fig. 21b.

[0040] FIG. 23A is a portion of an electronic device in a first state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0041] FIG. 23b is a portion of an electronic device in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0042] FIG. 24 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0043] FIG. 25 is a part of a support assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0044] FIG. 26 is an exploded view of a portion of a support assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0045] FIG. 27 is a portion of a support assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0046] FIG. 28 is an exploded view of a portion of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0047] FIG. 29 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0048] FIG. 30 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0049] FIG. 31 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0050] FIG. 32 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0051] Throughout the attached drawings, similar reference numbers may be assigned to similar parts, components and / or structures.

[0052] 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.

[0053] 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.

[0054] 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.

[0055] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) within a network environment (100) according to various embodiments.

[0056] Referring to FIG. 1, in a network environment (100), an electronic device (101) may communicate with an electronic device (102) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with at least one of an electronic device (104) or a server (108) via a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). 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 some embodiments, the electronic device (101) may omit at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (178)), or may have one or more other components added. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., the sensor module (176), the camera module (180), or the antenna module (197)) may be integrated into one component (e.g., the display module (160)).

[0057] 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.

[0058] 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.

[0059] 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).

[0060] 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).

[0061] 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).

[0062] 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.

[0063] 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.

[0064] 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).

[0065] 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.

[0066] The interface (177) may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device (101) with an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102)). In one embodiment, the interface (177) may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0067] 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).

[0068] 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.

[0069] 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.

[0070] 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).

[0071] 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.

[0072] The communication module (190) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102), electronic device (104), or server (108)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (190) may operate independently from the processor (120) (e.g., application processor) and may include one or more communication processors that support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module (190) may include a wireless communication module (192) (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module (194) (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module can communicate with an external electronic device (104) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range communication network such as a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). These various types of communication modules can be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module (192) can verify or authenticate the electronic device (101) within a communication network such as the first network (198) or the second network (199) by using subscriber information (e.g., an international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (196).

[0073] 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.

[0074] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as the first network (198) or the second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, 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 selected at least one antenna. In some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).

[0075] According to various embodiments, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. In one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent a first side (e.g., a bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high-frequency band (e.g., a mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna) disposed on or adjacent a second side (e.g., a top side or a side side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high-frequency band.

[0076] 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)).

[0077] 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.

[0078] Electronic devices according to the various embodiments disclosed in this document may take various forms. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, wearable devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to the embodiments of this document are not limited to the aforementioned devices.

[0079] The various embodiments of this document and the terminology used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, but should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutes of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the items, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this document, each of the phrases "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B, or C", "at least one of A, B, and C", and "at least one of A, B, or C" can include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase among those phrases, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first," "second," or "first" or "second" may be used merely to distinguish one component from another, and do not limit the components in any other respect (e.g., importance or order). When a component (e.g., a first component) is referred to as "coupled" or "connected" to another (e.g., a second component), with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicatively," it means that the component can be connected to the other component directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0080] The term "module" used in various embodiments of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit. A module may be an integral component, or a minimum unit or part of such a component that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, a module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0081] Various embodiments of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., a program (140)) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., an internal memory (136) or an external memory (138)) readable by a machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)). For example, a processor (e.g., a processor (120)) of the machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)) may call at least one instruction among the one or more instructions stored from the storage medium and execute it. This enables the machine to operate to perform at least one function according to the at least one called instruction. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code executable by an interpreter. The machine-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-transitory' simply means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and the term does not distinguish between cases where data is stored semi-permanently or temporarily on the storage medium.

[0082] According to one embodiment, the method according to various embodiments disclosed in the present document may be provided as included in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded as a product between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)), or may be distributed online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) via an application store (e.g., Play Store™) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored or temporarily generated in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or an intermediary server.

[0083] According to various embodiments, each component (e.g., a module or a program) of the above-described components may include one or more entities, and some of the entities may be separated and placed in other components. According to various embodiments, one or more components or operations of the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, a plurality of components (e.g., a module or a program) may be integrated into a single component. In such a case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the plurality of components identically or similarly to those performed by the corresponding component among the plurality of components prior to the integration. According to various embodiments, the operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

[0084] FIG. 2 is a drawing showing a state in which a part of a display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is housed within a housing. FIG. 2 is a drawing showing a state in which a second display area (e.g., display area (A2) of FIG. 3 ) of a display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is housed within a housing. FIG. 3 is a drawing showing a state in which a part of a display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is exposed to the outside of the housing. FIG. 3 is a drawing showing a state in which a second display area of ​​a display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is exposed to the outside of the housing.

[0085] FIGS. 2 and 3 illustrate a structure in which a display (203) (e.g., a flexible display or a rollable display) expands in a longitudinal direction (e.g., +Y direction) when viewed from the front of an electronic device (101). However, the expansion direction of the display (203) is not limited to one direction (e.g., +Y direction). For example, the expansion direction of the display (203) may be designed to be expandable in an upward direction (+Y direction), a rightward direction (e.g., +X direction), a leftward direction (e.g., -X direction), and / or a downward direction (e.g., -Y direction).

[0086] The state illustrated in FIG. 2 may be referred to as a slide-in state of the electronic device (101) or a closed state of the second display area (A2) of the display (203).

[0087] The state illustrated in FIG. 3 may be referred to as a slide-out state of the electronic device (101) or a state in which the second display area (A2) of the display (203) is open.

[0088] The embodiments of FIGS. 2 to 3 may be combined with the embodiments of FIG. 1 or the embodiments of FIGS. 4 to 32.

[0089] Referring to FIGS. 2 and 3, an electronic device (101) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) may include a housing (210). The housing (210) may include a first housing portion (201) and a second housing portion (202) that is arranged to be relatively movable with respect to the first housing portion (201). In one embodiment, the first housing portion (201) of the electronic device (101) may be interpreted as a structure in which the first housing portion (201) is arranged to be slidably movable with respect to the second housing portion (202). According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) may be arranged to be reciprocally movable for a predetermined distance in a direction shown with respect to the first housing portion (201), for example, in a direction indicated by arrow ①.

[0090] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (202), which may be referred to as a slide portion or slide housing, may be relatively movable with respect to the first housing portion (201). According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) may accommodate various electrical and electronic components, such as a circuit board or a battery. When the electronic device (101) is in a slide-in state, the second housing portion (202) may be defined as a retracted position, and when the electronic device (101) is in a slide-out state, the second housing portion (202) may be defined as an extended position.

[0091] According to one embodiment, the slide-in state of the electronic device (101) (or the slide-out state of the electronic device (101)) may be changed to the slide-out state of the electronic device (101) (or the slide-in state of the electronic device (101)) based on a predefined user input. For example, the slide-in state of the electronic device (101) (or the slide-out state of the electronic device (101)) may be changed to the slide-out state (or the slide-in state of the electronic device (101)) in response to a user input to a physical button exposed through a portion of the first housing portion (201) or a portion of the second housing portion (202). For example, the slide-in state (or the slide-out state of the electronic device (101)) may be changed to the slide-out state (or the slide-in state of the electronic device (101)) in response to a touch input to an executable object displayed within a screen display area (e.g., the first display area (A1)). For example, the slide-in state (or the slide-out state of the electronic device (101)) may be changed to the slide-out state (or the slide-in state of the electronic device (101)) in response to a touch input having a contact point on the screen display area (e.g., the first display area (A1)) and a pressing strength greater than or equal to a reference strength. For example, the slide-in state (or the slide-out state of the electronic device (101)) may be changed to the slide-out state (or the slide-in state of the electronic device (101)) in response to a voice input received through a microphone of the electronic device (101). For example, the slide-in state (or the slide-out state of the electronic device (101)) may be changed to the slide-out state (or the slide-in state of the electronic device (101)) in response to an external force applied to the first housing portion (201) and / or the second housing portion (202) to move the second housing portion (202) relative to the first housing portion (201).For example, the slide-in state (or the slide-out state of the electronic device (101)) may be changed to the slide-out state (or the slide-in state of the electronic device (101)) in response to a user input identified from an external electronic device (e.g., earbuds or a smart watch) connected to the electronic device (101). However, the slide-in-out operation of the electronic device (101) is not limited thereto.

[0092] In one embodiment, the first housing portion (201) can accommodate an actuator (e.g., a motor), a speaker, a SIM socket, and / or a sub-circuit board electrically connected to the main circuit board. The second housing portion (202) can accommodate a main circuit board equipped with electrical components such as an application processor (AP) and a communication processor (CP). In one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) can accommodate an actuator, a speaker, a SIM socket, and / or a sub-circuit board electrically connected to the main circuit board, and the first housing portion (201) can accommodate a main circuit board equipped with electrical components such as an application processor (AP) and a communication processor (CP). In one embodiment, the sub-circuit board and the main circuit board may be disposed in the first housing portion (201) or may be disposed in the second housing portion (202).

[0093] According to one embodiment, the first housing portion (201) may include a first cover member (211) (e.g., a main case). The first cover member (211) may include a first-first side wall (211a), a first-second side wall (211b) extending from the first-first side wall (211a), and a first-third side wall (211c) extending from the first-first side wall (211a) and being substantially parallel to the first-second side wall (211b). According to one embodiment, the first-second side wall (211b) and the first-third side wall (211c) may be formed to be substantially perpendicular to the first-first side wall (211a).

[0094] According to one embodiment, the first-first side wall (211a), the first-second side wall (211b), and the first-third side wall (211c) of the first cover member (211) may be formed in a shape in which one side (e.g., the front face) is open to accommodate (or surround) at least a portion of the second housing portion (202). For example, at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) may be surrounded by the first housing portion (201) and may slide in a direction parallel to the first surface (e.g., the first surface (F1) of FIG. 4), for example, in the direction of arrow ①, while being guided by the first housing portion (201). According to one embodiment, the first-first side wall (211a), the first-second side wall (211b), and / or the first-third side wall (211c) of the first cover member (211) may be formed as an integral part. According to one embodiment, the first-first side wall (211a), the first-second side wall (211b), and / or the first-third side wall (211c) of the first cover member (211) may be formed as separate structures and then joined or assembled.

[0095] According to one embodiment, the first cover member (211) may be formed to surround at least a portion of the display (203). For example, at least a portion of the display (203) may be formed to surround by the first-first side wall (211a), the first-second side wall (211b), and / or the first-third side wall (211c) of the first cover member (211).

[0096] In one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) may include a second cover member (221) (e.g., a slide plate). The second cover member (221) may have a plate shape and include a first surface (e.g., the first surface (F1) of FIG. 4) that supports internal components. For example, the second cover member (221) may support at least a portion of the display (203) (e.g., the first display area (A1)). In one embodiment, the second cover member (221) may be referred to as a front cover.

[0097] According to one embodiment, the second cover member (221) may include a second-first side wall (221a), a second-second side wall (221b) extending from the second-first side wall (221a), and a second-third side wall (221c) extending from the second-first side wall (221a) and being substantially parallel to the second-second side wall (221b). According to one embodiment, the second-second side wall (221b) and the second-third side wall (221c) may be formed substantially perpendicular to the second-first side wall (221a).

[0098] According to various embodiments, the second housing portion (202) may form a slide-in state and a slide-out state of the electronic device (101) by moving in a first direction (e.g., direction ①) parallel to the 2-2 side wall (221b) or the 2-3 side wall (221c). In the slide-in state of the electronic device (101), the second housing portion (202) may be positioned at a first distance from the 1-1 side wall (211a) of the first housing portion (201), and in the slide-out state of the electronic device (101), the second housing portion (202) may be positioned at a second distance greater than the first distance from the 1-1 side wall (211a) of the first housing portion (201). In one embodiment, in the slide-in state of the electronic device (101), the first housing portion (201) may be formed to surround a portion of the second-second side wall (221b) and the second-third side wall (221c).

[0099] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may have an intermediate state between the slide-in state (e.g., a fully closed state) of FIG. 2 and the slide-out state (e.g., a fully opened state) of FIG. 3. In the intermediate state of the electronic device (101), the distance between the first-first sidewall (211a) and the second-first sidewall (221a) may be shorter than the distance between the first-first sidewall (211a) and the second-first sidewall (221a) of the electronic device (101) in the fully opened state, and may be longer than the distance between the first-first sidewall (211a) and the second-first sidewall (221a) of the electronic device (101) in the fully closed state. According to one embodiment, as at least a portion of the display (203) slides in the intermediate state of the electronic device (101), an area exposed to the outside may vary. For example, in an intermediate state of the electronic device (101), the ratio of the width (length in the X direction) and the height (length in the Y direction) of the display (203) and / or the distance between the first-first side wall (211a) and the second-first side wall (221a) can be changed based on the slide movement of the electronic device (101).

[0100] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a display (203), a key input device (245), a connector hole (243), an audio module (247a, 247b), or a camera module (249a, 249b). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may further include an indicator (e.g., an LED device) or various sensor modules.

[0101] According to one embodiment, the display (203) may be formed such that the size of a portion visible from the front side of the housing (210) changes based on the sliding movement of the second housing portion (202). According to one embodiment, the display (203) may include a first display area (A1) and a second display area (A2) configured to be exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101) based on the sliding movement of the second housing portion (202).

[0102] According to one embodiment, the first display area (A1) may be disposed on the second housing portion (202). For example, the first display area (A1) may be disposed on the second cover member (221) of the second housing portion (202). According to one embodiment, the second display area (A2) extends from the first display area (A1) and may be accommodated into the interior of the first housing portion (201) or visually exposed to the exterior of the electronic device (101) as the second housing portion (202) slides relative to the first housing portion (201). According to one embodiment, as the electronic device (101) changes from a slide-in state to a slide-out state, the display (203) may extend in a downward direction (e.g., a -Y direction) of the electronic device (101). For example, in the slide-out state of the electronic device (101), the second display area (A2) can be visually exposed from below (e.g., in the -Y direction) of the display (203). According to one embodiment, as the electronic device (101) changes from the slide-in state to the slide-out state, the display (203) can be expanded in the upper direction (e.g., in the +Y direction) of the electronic device (101). For example, in the slide-out state of the electronic device (101), the second display area (A2) can be visually exposed from above (e.g., in the +Y direction) of the display (203).

[0103] According to one embodiment, the second display area (A2) moves substantially under the guidance of a region of the first housing part (201) (e.g., the curved surface (213a) of FIG. 4) and may be accommodated in a space located inside the first housing part (201) or exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the second display area (A2) may move based on the sliding movement of the second housing part (202) in the first direction (e.g., the direction indicated by arrow ①). For example, while the second housing part (202) slides, a portion of the second display area (A2) may be deformed into a curved shape at a position corresponding to the curved surface (213a) of the first housing part (201).

[0104] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a slide-in state to a slide-out state (e.g., when the second housing portion (202) slides to extend with respect to the first housing portion (201) when viewed from the top of the second cover member (221) (e.g., the front cover), the second display area (A2) may be gradually exposed to the outside of the first housing portion (201) to form a substantially flat surface together with the first display area (A1). According to one embodiment, the display (203) 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 digitizer capable of detecting a magnetic field-type stylus pen. According to one embodiment, regardless of the slide-in or slide-out state of the electronic device (101), a portion of the exposed second display area (A2) may be positioned on a portion of the first housing portion (e.g., the curved surface (213a) of FIG. 4), and a portion of the second display area (A2) may maintain a curved shape at a position corresponding to the curved surface (213a).

[0105] According to one embodiment, the key input device (245) may be located in an area of ​​the housing (210) (e.g., the first housing portion (201) and / or the second housing portion (202)). Depending on the appearance and usage state, the illustrated key input device (245) may be omitted, or the electronic device (101) may be designed to include additional key input device(s). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a key input device not illustrated, for example, a home key button, or a touch pad disposed around the home key button. According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the key input device (245) may be disposed on the first-first side wall (211a), the first-second side wall (211b), and / or the first-third side wall (211c) of the first housing portion (201). According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the key input device (245) may be disposed on the second-first side wall (221a), the second-second side wall (221b), and / or the second-third side wall (221c) of the second housing portion (202).

[0106] According to one embodiment, the connector hole (243) may be omitted depending on the embodiment, and may accommodate a connector (e.g., a USB connector) for transmitting and receiving power and / or data with an external electronic device. According to one embodiment (not shown), the electronic device (101) may include a plurality of connector holes (243), and some of the plurality of connector holes (243) may function as connector holes for transmitting and receiving audio signals with an external electronic device. In the illustrated embodiment, the connector hole (243) is located in the second housing portion (202), but is not limited thereto, and the connector hole (243) or a connector hole not shown may be located in the first housing portion (201).

[0107] According to one embodiment, the audio module (247a, 247b) may include at least one speaker hole (247a) or at least one microphone hole (247b). One of the speaker holes (247a) may be provided as a receiver hole for voice calls, and the other may be provided as an external speaker hole. The electronic device (101) includes a microphone for acquiring sound, and the microphone may acquire sound from outside the electronic device (101) through the microphone hole (247b). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a plurality of microphones for detecting the direction of sound. According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include an audio module in which the speaker hole (247a) and the microphone hole (247b) are implemented as a single hole, or may include a speaker from which the speaker hole (247a) is excluded (e.g., a piezo speaker). According to one embodiment, the speaker hole (247a) and the microphone hole (247b) may be located in the first housing portion (201) and / or the second housing portion (202).

[0108] According to one embodiment, the camera modules (249a, 249b) may include a first camera module (249a) (e.g., a front camera) and a second camera module (249b) (e.g., a rear camera) (e.g., the second camera module (249b) of FIGS. 5A and 5B). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include at least one of a wide-angle camera, a telephoto camera, or a macro camera, and may measure a distance to a subject by including an infrared projector and / or an infrared receiver, depending on the embodiment. The camera modules (249a, 249b) may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, and / or an image signal processor. The first camera module (249a) may be arranged to face the same direction as the display (203) (e.g., the +Z direction of FIG. 4). For example, the first camera module (249a) may be disposed around the first display area (A1) or in an area overlapping with the display (203), and when disposed in an area overlapping with the display (203), may capture a subject by passing through the display (203). According to one embodiment, the first camera module (249a) may not be visually exposed to the screen display area (e.g., the first display area (A1)) and may include a hidden under-display camera (UDC). According to one embodiment, the second camera module (249b) may capture a subject in a direction opposite to the first display area (A1) (e.g., the -Z direction in FIG. 4). According to one embodiment, the first camera module (249a) and / or the second camera module (249b) may be disposed on the second housing portion (202). According to one embodiment, the second camera modules (249b) may be formed in multiple pieces to provide various arrangements. For example, the multiple second camera modules (249b) may be arranged along a width direction (X-axis direction) that is substantially perpendicular to the sliding movement direction (e.g., Y-axis direction) of the electronic device (101).As another example, a plurality of second camera modules (249b) may be arranged along the slide movement direction (e.g., Y-axis direction) of the electronic device (101). As another example, a plurality of second camera modules (249b) may be arranged along N * M rows and columns like a matrix.

[0109] According to one embodiment, the second camera module (249b) is not visually exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101) when the electronic device (101) is in a slide-in state, and can capture the outside of the electronic device (101) when the electronic device (101) is in a slide-out state. According to one embodiment, the second camera module (249b) can capture the outside of the electronic device (101) when the electronic device (101) is in a slide-in state and / or a slide-out state. For example, at least a portion of the housing (210) (e.g., the first rear plate (215) and / or the second rear plate (225) of FIG. 4) is substantially transparent, and the second camera module (249b) can capture the outside of the electronic device (101) by passing through the first rear plate (215) and / or the second rear plate (225). According to one embodiment, the second camera module (249b) is visually exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101) in the slide-in and slide-out states of the electronic device (101) and can capture the outside. For example, the first housing portion (201) (e.g., the first rear plate (215) of FIG. 4) may include an opening (201a) for the second camera module (249b).

[0110] According to one embodiment, an indicator (not shown) of the electronic device (101) may be disposed in the first housing portion (201) or the second housing portion (202), and may provide status information of the electronic device (101) as a visual signal by including a light-emitting diode. The sensor modules (261a, 261b) of the electronic device (101) may generate an electrical signal or a data value corresponding to an internal operating state of the electronic device (101) or an external environmental state. The sensor modules (261a, 261b) may include a proximity sensor, a fingerprint sensor, and / or a biometric sensor (e.g., an iris / facial recognition sensor or an HRM sensor). In one embodiment, the sensor modules (261a, 261b) may further include at least one of 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 temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor. According to one embodiment, the sensor modules (261a, 261b) may be disposed in the first housing portion (201) and / or the second housing portion (202). For example, the sensor modules (261a, 261b) may include a first sensor module (261a) (e.g., a proximity sensor or a light sensor) disposed on the front side of the electronic device (101) and / or a second sensor module (261b) (e.g., a heart rate monitoring (HRM) sensor) disposed on the rear side of the electronic device (101).

[0111] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0112] FIG. 5A is a cross-sectional view taken along line A-A' of FIG. 2 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0113] FIG. 5b is a cross-sectional view taken along line B-B' of FIG. 3, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0114] Referring to FIGS. 4, 5A, and / or 5B, an electronic device (101) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 to 3) may include a first housing portion (201), a second housing portion (202), a display assembly (230), and a driving structure (240). The configuration of the first housing portion (201), the second housing portion (202), and the display assembly (230) of FIGS. 4, 5A, and / or 5B may be all or part of the same as the configuration of the first housing portion (201), the second housing portion (202), and the display (203) of FIGS. 2 and / or 3.

[0115] The embodiments of FIGS. 4 to 5b can be partially combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 3, or the embodiments of FIGS. 6 to 32.

[0116] According to one embodiment, the first housing portion (201) may include a first cover member (211) (e.g., the first cover member (211) of FIGS. 2 and 3), a frame (213), and a first rear plate (215).

[0117] According to one embodiment, the first cover member (211) can accommodate at least a portion of the frame (213) and accommodate a component (e.g., a battery (289)) positioned in the frame (213). According to one embodiment, the first cover member (211) can be formed to surround at least a portion of the second housing portion (202). According to one embodiment, the first cover member (211) can protect a component (e.g., a second circuit board (249) and the frame (213)) positioned in the first housing portion (201) from external impact. According to one embodiment, a second circuit board (249) electrically connected to an electrical component (e.g., an actuator, a speaker, a SIM socket, and / or the first circuit board (248)) can be connected to the first cover member (211).

[0118] In one embodiment, the frame (213) can be connected to the first cover member (211). For example, the frame (213) can be connected to the first cover member (211), and the second housing portion (202) can move relatively to the first cover member (211) and / or the frame (213). In one embodiment, the frame (213) can accommodate the battery (289). For example, the frame (213) can include a groove for accommodating the battery (289). The frame (213) can be connected to the battery cover (289a) and, together with the battery cover (289a), can surround at least a portion of the battery (289). In one embodiment, the frame (213) can include a curved portion (213a) that faces the display assembly (230).

[0119] In one embodiment, the first back plate (215) can substantially form at least a portion of the first housing portion (201) or the exterior of the electronic device (101). For example, the first back plate (215) can be coupled to an outer surface of the first cover member (211). In one embodiment, the first back plate (215) can provide a decorative effect on the exterior of the electronic device (101). The first back plate (215) can be manufactured using at least one of metal, glass, synthetic resin, or ceramic.

[0120] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) may include a second cover member (221) (e.g., the second cover member (221) of FIGS. 2 and 3), a rear cover (223), and a second rear plate (225).

[0121] According to one embodiment, the second cover member (221) is connected to the first housing portion (201) through a guide rail (250) and can move linearly back and forth in one direction (e.g., in the direction of arrow ① in FIG. 3) while being guided by the guide rail (250).

[0122] According to one embodiment, the second cover member (221) can support at least a portion of the display (231). For example, the second cover member (221) includes a first surface (F1), and a first display area (A1) of the display (231) can be substantially positioned on the first surface (F1) and maintained in a flat shape. According to one embodiment, the second cover member (221) can be formed of a metallic material and / or a non-metallic (e.g., polymer) material. According to one embodiment, a first circuit board (248) that accommodates electronic components (e.g., the processor (120) and / or the memory (130) of FIG. 1) can be connected to the second cover member (221). According to one embodiment, the second cover member (221) can protect components (e.g., the first circuit board (248) and the rear cover (223)) positioned in the second housing portion (202) from external impact.

[0123] According to one embodiment, the rear cover (223) can protect a component (e.g., a first circuit board (248)) located on the second cover member (221). For example, the rear cover (223) can be connected to the second cover member (221) and formed to surround at least a portion of the first circuit board (248). According to one embodiment, the rear cover (223) can include an antenna pattern (e.g., at least one antenna element (223a)) for communicating with an external electronic device. For example, the at least one antenna element (223a) can be disposed on an outer surface (e.g., one surface facing the -Z-axis direction) of the rear cover (223) when the rear cover (223) is formed of an injection-molded product of a dielectric material (e.g., an antenna carrier). For example, at least one antenna element (223a) may include an LDS (laser direct structuring) antenna pattern formed on the outer surface of the rear cover (223). For example, at least one antenna element (223a) may be formed in a manner that it is built in when the rear cover (223) is injected. For example, at least one antenna element (223a) may be configured to transmit or receive a wireless signal in a designated frequency band (e.g., a legacy band) by being electrically connected to a wireless communication circuit (e.g., a wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1) disposed on the first circuit board (248).

[0124] In one embodiment, the second back plate (225) can substantially form at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) or the exterior of the electronic device (101). For example, the second back plate (225) can be coupled to an outer surface of the second cover member (221). In one embodiment, the second back plate (225) can provide a decorative effect on the exterior of the electronic device (101). The second back plate (225) can be manufactured using at least one of metal, glass, synthetic resin, or ceramic.

[0125] According to one embodiment, the display assembly (230) may include a display (231) (e.g., the display (203) of FIGS. 2 and / or 3) and a multi-bar structure (232) supporting the display (231). According to one embodiment, the display (231) may be referred to as a flexible display, a foldable display, and / or a rollable display. According to one embodiment, a first display area (A1) of the display (231) may be supported by a rigid body, and a second display area (A2) may be supported by a bendable structure. For example, the first display area (A1) may be supported by a first surface (F1) of the second cover member (221) or a plate (not shown). The second display area (A2) may be supported by the multi-bar structure (232).

[0126] According to one embodiment, the multi-bar structure (232) can be connected or attached to at least a portion of the display (231) (e.g., the second display area (A2)). According to one embodiment, as the second housing portion (202) slides, the multi-bar structure (232) can move with respect to the first housing portion (201). In the slide-in state of the electronic device (101) (e.g., FIG. 2), the multi-bar structure (232) can be mostly accommodated inside the first housing portion (201) and positioned between the first cover member (211) and the second cover member (221). According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the multi-bar structure (232) can move in response to a curved surface (213a) positioned at the edge of the frame (213). According to one embodiment, the multi-bar structure (232) can be referred to as a display support member or support structure and can be in the form of an elastic plate.

[0127] In one embodiment, the drive structure (240) can move the second housing portion (202) relative to the first housing portion (201). For example, the drive structure (240) can include an actuator (241) configured to generate a driving force for sliding movement of the second housing portion (202) relative to the first housing portion (201). The drive structure (240) can include a gear (244) (e.g., a pinion) connected to the actuator (241) and a rack (242) configured to mesh with the gear. Referring to FIG. 4, components of the drive structure (240) (e.g., the actuator (241), the rack (242), and the gear (244)) are illustrated inverted within a P1 circle (e.g., facing in the -Z-axis direction).

[0128] In one embodiment, the housing in which the rack (242) is positioned and the housing in which the actuator (241) is positioned may be different. In one embodiment, the actuator (241) may be connected to the first housing portion (201), and the rack (242) may be connected to the second housing portion (202). In one embodiment, the actuator (241) may be connected to the second housing portion (202), and the rack (242) may be connected to the first housing portion (201).

[0129] In one embodiment, the actuator (241) may be controlled by a processor (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1). For example, the processor (120) may include an actuator driver driving circuit and may transmit a pulse width modulation (PWM) signal to the actuator (241) for controlling the speed of the actuator (241) and / or the torque of the actuator (241). In one embodiment, the actuator (241) may be electrically connected to a processor (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1) located on a circuit board (e.g., the first circuit board (248) of FIG. 4) using a flexible printed circuit board.

[0130] In one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) can accommodate a first circuit board (248) (e.g., a main board). In one embodiment, a processor, memory, and / or an interface can be mounted on the first circuit board (248). The processor can include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphics processing unit, an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor. In various embodiments, the first circuit board (248) can include a flexible printed circuit board type radio frequency cable (FRC). The first circuit board (248) can be disposed on at least a portion of the second cover member (221) and can be electrically connected to an antenna module (e.g., an antenna module (197) of FIG. 1) and a communication module (e.g., a communication module (190) of FIG. 1).

[0131] According to one embodiment, the memory may include, for example, volatile memory or non-volatile memory.

[0132] According to one embodiment, 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 (101) to an external electronic device, for example, and may include a USB connector, an SD card / MMC connector, or an audio connector.

[0133] In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a first circuit board (248) (e.g., a main circuit board) and a second circuit board (249) (e.g., a sub-circuit board) spaced apart from the first circuit board (248) within the first housing portion (201). The second circuit board (249) may be electrically connected to the first circuit board (248) via a flexible substrate. The second circuit board (249) may be electrically connected to electrical components disposed in an end region of the electronic device (101), such as a battery (289) or a speaker and / or a SIM socket, to transmit signals and power. In one embodiment, the second circuit board (249) may accommodate an antenna member (271) (e.g., a coil) or be connected to the antenna member (271). The antenna element (271) may include a multi-function coil (MFC) antenna including a wireless charging antenna for a wireless charging function, an NFC (near field communication) antenna for an NFC function, and / or an MST (magnetic secure transmission) antenna for performing an electronic payment function. For example, the battery (289) may receive power from an external electronic device using the antenna element (271) for wireless charging. As another example, the battery (289) may transmit power to an external electronic device using the antenna element (271) for wireless charging.

[0134] In one embodiment, the battery (289) is a device for supplying power to at least one component of the electronic device (101), and may include a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell. The battery (289) may be integrally disposed within the electronic device (101), or may be detachably disposed with the electronic device (101). In one embodiment, the battery (289) may be formed as a single integral battery or may include multiple detachable batteries. In one embodiment, the battery (289) may be positioned in the frame (213). For example, the battery (289) may be surrounded by the frame (213) and a battery cover (289a). In one embodiment, the battery (289) may be positioned within the second housing portion (202) and may slide together with the second housing portion (202).

[0135] In one embodiment, the guide rail (250) can guide the movement of the multi-bar structure (232). For example, the multi-bar structure (232) can slide along a slit (251) formed in the guide rail (250). In one embodiment, the guide rail (250) can be connected to the first housing portion (201). For example, the guide rail (250) can be connected to the first cover member (211) and / or the frame (213). In one embodiment, the slit (251) can be referred to as a groove or recess formed on the inner surface of the guide rail (250). Referring to FIG. 4, the guide rail (250) is illustrated enlarged within a P2 circle.

[0136] According to one embodiment, the guide rail (250) can provide force to the multi-bar structure (232) based on the actuation of the actuator (241).

[0137] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a slide-in state to a slide-out state, at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) can slide to be exposed to the outside from the first housing portion (201) through the driving of the actuator (241). For example, the gear (244) can rotate in the first rotational direction based on the driving of the actuator (241). As the rack (242) is fixed on the second cover member (221) of the second housing portion (202), the second housing portion (202) can slide to be exposed to the outside of the first housing portion (201) based on the sliding movement of the rack (242) toward the slide-out direction.

[0138] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a slide-in state to a slide-out state, the inner portion (252) of the guide rail (250) can provide force to the multi-bar structure (232). The multi-bar structure (232) provided with force moves along the slit (251) of the guide rail (250), and the second housing portion (202) can slide to expand with respect to the first housing portion (201). At least a portion of the display assembly (230) accommodated between the first cover member (211) and the frame (213) can expand toward the front.

[0139] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a slide-out state to a slide-in state, at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) can slide to be inserted into the first housing portion (201) through the driving of the actuator (241). For example, the gear (244) can rotate in a second rotational direction opposite to the first rotational direction based on the driving of the actuator (241). Since the rack (242) is fixed on the second cover member (221) of the second housing portion (202), the second housing portion (202) can slide to be inserted into the first housing portion (201) based on the sliding movement of the rack (242) toward the slide-in direction.

[0140] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a slide-out state to a slide-in state, the outer portion (253) of the guide rail (250) can provide force to the bent multi-bar structure (232). The multi-bar structure (232) provided with force moves along the slit (251) of the guide rail (250), and at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) can slide so as to be accommodated in the first housing portion (201). At least a portion of the display assembly (230) can be accommodated between the first cover member (211) and the frame (213).

[0141] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may be configured to stop in a designated intermediate state between the slide-in state and the slide-out state by controlling the driving of the actuator (241) (free stop function). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may be changed to the slide-in state, the intermediate state, or the slide-out state through a user's operation in a state where no driving force is provided to the actuator (241).

[0142] Referring to FIG. 5A, in the slide-in state of the electronic device (101), at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) may be arranged to be accommodated in the first housing portion (201). As the second housing portion (202) is arranged to be accommodated in the first housing portion (201), the overall volume of the electronic device (101) may be reduced. According to one embodiment, when the second housing portion (202) is accommodated in the first housing portion (201), the size of the visually exposed display (231) may be minimized. For example, when the second housing portion (202) is completely accommodated in the first housing portion (201), the first display area (A1) of the display (231) is visually exposed, and at least a portion (e.g., a portion facing the -Z axis) of the second display area (A2) may be arranged between the battery (289) and the first rear plate (215).

[0143] Referring to FIG. 5B, when the electronic device (101) is in a slide-out state, at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) may protrude from the first housing portion (201). As the second housing portion (202) protrudes from the first housing portion (201), the overall volume of the electronic device (101) may increase. According to one embodiment, when the second housing portion (202) protrudes from the first housing portion (201), at least a portion of the second display area (A2) of the display (231) may be visually exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101) together with the first display area (A1).

[0144] Fig. 6 is a drawing of an electronic device (101) with a portion cut off. Fig. 7 is a drawing of the electronic device (101) of Fig. 6 with the display (302) removed. The components described with reference to Figs. 6 and 7 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 5b. The components described with reference to Figs. 6 and 7 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 8a to 32.

[0145] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a housing (301) and a display (302). The display (302) may be movably disposed in the housing (301). At least a portion of the display (302) may be deformable. The description of the housing (301) may be equally applicable to the description of the housing (210) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5B. The description of the display (302) may be equally applicable to the description of the display (231) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5B.

[0146] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a driving structure (310). The driving structure (310) may provide power to move the display (302). The driving structure (310) may be disposed inside the housing (301). The driving structure (310) may move the display (302). The driving structure (310) may move the support assembly (320). The description of the driving structure (310) may be identical to the description of the driving structure (240) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5B.

[0147] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a support assembly (320). The support assembly (320) may be disposed inside the housing (301). The support assembly (320) may support the display (302). The support assembly (320) may be moved by the driving structure (310). The description of the support assembly (320) may be identical to the description of the multi-bar structure (232) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5B.

[0148] According to one embodiment, the housing (301) may include a first housing (3011) and a second housing (3012). The second housing (3012) may be configured to be movable relative to the first housing (3011). The second housing (3012) may be movable in a first direction (SO) (slide-out direction) relative to the first housing (3011). The second housing (3012) may be movable in a second direction (SI) (slide-in direction) relative to the first housing (3011). The first direction (SO) and the second direction (SI) may be opposite to each other. A portion of the display (302) may be disposed in the first housing (3011), and the remainder may be disposed in the second housing (3012). The display (302) may be movable together with the second housing (3012). The description of the first housing (3011) may be applied in the same manner as the description of the first housing (201) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5B. The description of the second housing (3012) may be applied in the same manner as the description of the second housing (202) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5B.

[0149] According to one embodiment, the support assembly (320) can be movably positioned within the housing (301). The support assembly (320) can move together with the display (302). The support assembly (320) can receive power from the driving structure (310).

[0150] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a guide (330). The guide (330) may be disposed inside the housing (301). At least a portion of the support assembly (320) may be movably disposed in the guide (330). At least a portion of the support assembly (320) may be inserted into the inside of the guide (330) and may be movable inside the guide (330).

[0151] According to one embodiment, the drive structure (310) may include an actuator (311). The actuator (311) may be a motor. The actuator (311) may generate power to move the display (302). The description of the actuator (311) may be identical to the description of the actuator (241) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5B.

[0152] According to one embodiment, the drive structure (310) may include a gear (312). The gear (312) may be a pinion gear. The gear (312) may be rotatably coupled to an actuator (311). The actuator (311) may rotate the gear (312). The description of the gear (312) may be identical to the description of the gear (244) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5B.

[0153] According to one embodiment, the drive structure (310) may include a rack (313). The rack (313) may be a rack gear. The rack (313) may mesh with the gear (312). The description of the rack (313) may be identical to the description of the rack (242) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5B.

[0154] According to one embodiment, the drive structure (310) may include an actuator supporter (314). The actuator supporter (314) may support an actuator (311). The actuator (311) may be fixed to the actuator supporter (314). The actuator supporter (314) may be fixed to the first housing (3011).

[0155] In one embodiment, the gear (312) and the rack (313) may be meshed with each other. Either the actuator (311) or the rack (313) may be fixed to the first housing (3011), and the other may be fixed to the second housing (3012). For example, the rack (313) may be fixed to the second housing (3012), and the actuator (311) may be fixed to the first housing (3011). When the second housing (3012) moves relative to the first housing (3011), the actuator (311) may be fixed to the first housing (3011) and may not move. When the second housing (3012) moves relative to the first housing (3011), the rack (313) may move together with the second housing (3012). When the second housing (3012) moves relative to the first housing (3011), the rack (313) can move while being engaged with the gear (312). The actuator (311) can be fixed to the actuator supporter (314), and the actuator supporter (314) can be fixed to the first housing (3011). However, the positions at which the actuator (311) and the rack (313) are coupled to the housing (301) may vary depending on the embodiment. For example, the rack (313) according to the embodiment of the present disclosure can be fixed to the first housing (3011), and the actuator (311) according to the embodiment of the present disclosure can be fixed to the second housing (3012).

[0156] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the gear (312) and the rack (313) may be meshed with each other. Either the actuator (311) or the rack (313) may be fixed to the first housing (3011), and the other may be fixed to the second housing (3012). For example, unlike as illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 32 , the rack (313) may be fixed to the first housing (3011), and the actuator (311) may be fixed to the second housing (3012). When the second housing (3012) moves relative to the first housing (3011), unlike as illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 32 , the rack (313) may be fixed to the first housing (3011) and may not move. When the second housing (3012) moves relative to the first housing (3011), unlike as shown in FIGS. 1 to 32, the actuator (311) can move together with the second housing (3012). When the second housing (3012) moves relative to the first housing (3011), unlike as shown in FIGS. 1 to 32, the actuator (311) can move along the extension direction of the rack (31). When the second housing (3012) moves relative to the first housing (3011), unlike as shown in FIGS. 1 to 32, the actuator (311) can move together with the second housing (3012) in the first direction (SO) or the second direction (SI).

[0157] FIG. 8A is an exploded view of some components of an electronic device (101). FIG. 8B is an enlarged view of a portion of an assembly of a display (302), a support assembly (320), and a sheet (350). FIG. 8C is a drawing illustrating an assembly of a portion of the structure illustrated in FIG. 8B with a head (360). The components described with reference to FIGS. 8A to 8C may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 7. The components described with reference to FIGS. 8A to 8C may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 9A to 32.

[0158] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a display (302) and a support assembly (320). The support assembly (320) may support the display (302). The display (302) and the support assembly (320) may be spaced apart from each other.

[0159] In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a sheet (350). The sheet (350) may be disposed between the display (302) and the support assembly (320). The sheet (350) may support the display (302). At least a portion of the sheet (350) may include a deformable material. The sheet (350) may be movably disposed together with the support assembly (320). The sheet (350) may be movably disposed together with the display (302). The sheet (350) may be adhered to the display (302).

[0160] According to one embodiment, the display (302) may include a first display portion (3021). The first display portion (3021) may be visually exposed to the exterior of the electronic device (101). The first display portion (3021) may form a flat surface.

[0161] In one embodiment, the display (302) may include a second display portion (3022). The second display portion (3022) may be configured to be rolled or unrolled. The second display portion (3022) may be disposed within the housing (301) in a rolled state, at least partially.

[0162] In one embodiment, the display (302) can include a third display portion (3023). The third display portion (3023) can connect the first display portion (3021) and the second display portion (3022). The third display portion (3023) can be unrolled toward the outside of the housing (301) or rolled toward the inside of the housing (301). The third display portion (3023) can be visually exposed to the outside of the housing (301) or can be concealed within the housing (301). The first, second, and third display portions (3021, 3022, 3023) of the display (302) can be formed as an integral part.

[0163] According to one embodiment, the support assembly (320) may include a first support portion (321). The first support portion (321) may form a flat surface. The first support portion (321) may be positioned to correspond to the first display portion (3021). The first support portion (321) may support the first display portion (3021). The first support portion (321) may be configured to have a variable length. The length of the first support portion (321) may be variable along the direction of movement of the second housing (3012) relative to the first housing (3011).

[0164] According to one embodiment, the support assembly (320) may include a second support portion (322). The second support portion (322) may have a spiral cross-section. An outer circumferential surface of the second support portion (322) may have a cylindrical shape. The second support portion (322) may be positioned to correspond to the second display portion (3022). The second support portion (322) may support the second display portion (3022). At least a portion of the display (302) and at least a portion of the sheet (350) may be wrapped around the inside of the second support portion (322). At least a portion of the display (302) and at least a portion of the sheet (350) may be movably arranged within the inside of the second support portion (322).

[0165] According to one embodiment, the support assembly (320) may include a third support portion (323). The third support portion (323) may connect the first support portion (321) and the second support portion (322). The third support portion (323) may be positioned to correspond to the third display portion (3023). The third support portion (323) may support the third display portion (3023). The first, second, and third support portions (321, 322, 323) of the support assembly (320) may be formed as an integral part. The third support portion (323) may be referred to as a “connection portion.” The third support portion (323) may be referred to as a “connector.”

[0166] According to one embodiment, the sheet (350) may include a first sheet portion (351). The first sheet portion (351) may be positioned to correspond to the first display portion (3021). The first sheet portion (351) may support the first display portion (3021). The first sheet portion (351) may be positioned between the first display portion (3021) and the first support portion (321). The first sheet portion (351) may be adhered to the first display portion (3021).

[0167] In one embodiment, the sheet (350) can include a second sheet portion (352). The second sheet portion (352) can be positioned corresponding to the second display portion (3022). The second sheet portion (352) can support the second display portion (3022). The second sheet portion (352) can be positioned between the second display portion (3022) and the second support portion (322). The second sheet portion (352) can be adhered to the second display portion (3022). The second sheet portion (352) can be wrapped around the inside of the second support portion (322). The second sheet portion (352) can be movably positioned within the inside of the second support portion (322).

[0168] According to one embodiment, the sheet (350) may include a third sheet portion (353). The third sheet portion (353) may be positioned to correspond to the third display portion (3023). The third sheet portion (353) may support the third display portion (3023). The third sheet portion (353) may be positioned between the third display portion (3023) and the third support portion (323). The third sheet portion (353) may be adhered to the third display portion (3023). The third sheet portion (353) may connect the first sheet portion (351) and the second sheet portion (352). The first, second, and third sheet portions (351, 352, 353) may be formed as an integral body. The sheet (350) may be manufactured by a double injection molding method.

[0169] According to one embodiment, the first material of the first sheet portion (351) and the second material of the second sheet portion (352) may be different from each other. For example, the elasticity of the first material of the first sheet portion (351) may be less than the elasticity of the second material of the second sheet portion (352). The first sheet portion (351) may be referred to as a “rigid portion.” The second sheet portion (352) may be referred to as a “flexible portion.” The elasticity of the first sheet portion (351) may be less than the elasticity of the second sheet portion (352). Due to the above-described structure, the first display portion (3021) visually exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101) can be stably supported, while at the same time providing elasticity to the second display portion (3022) wrapped inside the housing (301).

[0170] According to one embodiment, the first material of the first sheet portion (351) and the third material of the third sheet portion (353) may be different from each other. For example, the elasticity of the first material of the first sheet portion (351) may be lower than the elasticity of the third material of the third sheet portion (353). The first sheet portion (351) may be referred to as a “rigid portion.” The third sheet portion (353) may be referred to as a “flexible portion.” The elasticity of the first sheet portion (351) may be lower than the elasticity of the third sheet portion (353). Due to the above-described structure, the first display portion (3021) visually exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101) can be stably supported, while at the same time providing elasticity to the third display portion (3023) having a relatively large degree of deformation.

[0171] In one embodiment, one of the actuator (311) and the rack (313) can be fixed to the support assembly (320), and the other can be fixed to the first housing (3011). For example, the rack (313) can be fixed to the support assembly (320), and the actuator (311) can be fixed to the first housing (3011). The rack (313) can be engaged with the gear (312) and can move in a first direction (e.g., the first direction (SO) of FIG. 7) or a second direction (e.g., the second direction (SI) of FIG. 7) by rotation of the gear (312). The support assembly (320) coupled with the rack (313) can move together with the rack (313). The second housing (3012) can be coupled with the rack (313), and the second housing (3012) coupled with the rack (313) can move together with the rack (313). By moving the rack (313), the support assembly (320), the sheet (350), the display (302), and the second housing (3012) can move. The rack (313) can be referred to as a “carrier”. The rack (313) can be referred to as a “mover”. The rack (313) can be referred to as a “conveyer”.

[0172] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, one of the actuator (311) and the rack (313) can be fixed to the support assembly (320), and the other can be fixed to the first housing (3011). For example, unlike as illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 32 , the actuator (311) can be fixed to the support assembly (320), and the rack (313) can be fixed to the first housing (3011). Unlike as illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 32 , the gear (312) can be engaged with the rack (313) and move along the extension direction of the rack (313). Unlike as illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 32, the actuator (311) can move along the extension direction of the rack (313) together with the gear (312), and the support assembly (320) coupled to the actuator (311) can move together with the actuator (311). Unlike as illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 32, the actuator supporter (e.g., the actuator supporter (314) of FIG. 7) can be connected to the second housing (3012) and can move together with the actuator (311) to move the second housing (3012). Unlike as illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 32, the support assembly (320), the sheet (350), the display (302), and the second housing (3012) can move by the movement of the actuator (311). The actuator (311) may be referred to as a “driving member”.

[0173] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include guides (330a, 330b). The guide (330) illustrated in FIG. 7 may include a first guide (330a) and a second guide (330b). The first guide (330a) and the second guide (330b) may be spaced apart from each other. The guides (330a, 330b) may be fixed to the first housing (3011). At least a portion of the support assembly (320) may be movably arranged on the guides (330a, 330b). The support assembly (320) may be movable along the extension direction of the guides (330a, 330b).

[0174] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a support member (340). The support member (340) may accommodate components of the electronic device (101) (e.g., components (223, 248, 289) illustrated in FIG. 4). The support member (340) may be accommodated within the first housing (3011). The support member (340) may be fixed to the first housing (3011).

[0175] In one embodiment, the first housing (3011) may include a rear plate (3011a). The support member (340) may be mounted on the rear plate (3011a). The first housing (3011) may include a first wall (3011b), a second wall (3011c), and a third wall (3011d). The first wall (3011b) and the second wall (3011c) may protrude from the rear plate (3011a). The first wall (3011b) may be spaced apart from the second wall (3011c). The third wall (3011d) may connect the first wall (3011b) and the second wall (3011c). The driving structure (311, 312, 313) may be disposed between the first wall (3011b) and the second wall (3011c). The support member (340) may be disposed between the first wall (3011b) and the second wall (3011c). At least a portion of the display (302) may be movably disposed between the first wall (3011b) and the second wall (3011c). At least a portion of the support assembly (320) may be movably disposed between the first wall (3011b) and the second wall (3011c). At least a portion of the sheet (350) may be movably disposed between the first wall (3011b) and the second wall (3011c). The first guide (330a) may be fixed to the first wall (3011b). The second guide (330b) can be fixed to the second wall (3011c).

[0176] In one embodiment, the support assembly (320) may include a first support portion (321). The first support portion (321) may be flat. The first display portion (3021) and the first sheet portion (351) may be supported by the first support portion (321). The first support portion (321) may be referred to as a “support plate.” The first support portion (321) may be referred to as a “changable portion.” The first support portion (321) may be referred to as an “extendable portion.” The first support portion (321) may be referred to as a “block assembly.” The first support portion (321) may be referred to as a “part assembly.”

[0177] According to one embodiment, the support assembly (320) may include a second support portion (322). The outer surface of the second support portion (322) may be cylindrical. The cross-section of the second support portion (322) may have a spiral shape. The second display portion (3022) and the second sheet portion (352) may be supported by the second support portion (322). The second display portion (3022) and the second sheet portion (352) may be wound around the inside of the second support portion (322). The second display portion (3022) and the second sheet portion (352) may be movably arranged within the inside of the second support portion (322). The second support portion (322) may be referred to as a “roller.” The second support portion (322) may be referred to as a “rolling guide.” The second support portion (322) may be referred to as a "support frame." The second support portion (322) may be referred to as a "spiral structure." The second support portion (322) may be referred to as a "container." The second support portion (322) may be referred to as a "fixed portion."

[0178] According to one embodiment, the second display portion (3022) of the display (302) can be movably positioned within the second support portion (322). The second display portion (3022) can be rolled or unfolded within the second support portion (322). The third display portion (3023) of the display (302) can extend along a direction in contact with the second support portion (322).

[0179] According to one embodiment, the second sheet portion (352) of the sheet (350) can be movably positioned within the second support portion (322). The second sheet portion (352) can be rolled or unfolded within the second support portion (322). The third sheet portion (353) of the sheet (350) can extend along a direction in contact with the second support portion (322).

[0180] According to one embodiment, the second support portion (322) may include a shaft (3221). The shaft (3221) may be rotatably arranged. The second support portion (322) may include a frame (3222). The frame (3222) may have a spiral shape. The shaft (3221) may be rotatably arranged at the center of the frame (3222). The second support portion (322) may include a spring (3223). The spring (3223) may be deformably arranged on the inside of the frame (3222). The spring (3223) may be connected to the shaft (3221). The spring (3223) may be configured to be deformable by the rotation of the shaft (3221).

[0181] In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a head (360). The head (360) may be coupled to a second support portion (322) of the support assembly (320). The head (360) may be cylindrical. A space may be formed inside the head (360). The head (360) may be referred to as a “cap.” The head (360) may be referred to as a “rotating support.”

[0182] According to one embodiment, the head (360) may be fixed to the first housing (3011). For example, the head (360) may be fixed to the walls (3011b, 3011c, 3011d) of the first housing (3011). The head (360) may be positioned between the second support portion (322) and the walls (3011b, 3011c, 3011d) of the first housing (3011). The electronic device (101) may include a fastening member (not shown) that couples the head (360) and the first housing (3011). The fastening member may include a screw (not shown). The fastening member may include a bolt (not shown) and a nut (not shown). The head (360) may include a head body (361) through which the fastening member passes. The head body (361) can face the walls (3011b, 3011c, 3011d) of the first housing (3011). The fastening member can penetrate through the head body (361) and the walls (3011b, 3011c, 3011d) of the first housing (3011).

[0183] According to one embodiment, the head (360) may include an outer rim (362). The outer rim (362) may surround an outer circumference of the second support portion (322). The head (360) may include an inner rim (363). The inner rim (363) may be disposed radially inside the outer rim (362). The inner rim (363) may be disposed to surround the shaft (3221). The head (360) may include a bearing (364). The bearing (364) may be disposed in a rotational space (365) formed inside the inner rim (363). The bearing (364) may include a ball bearing. The bearing (364) may include a thrust bearing. The bearing (364) may surround the shaft (3221). The shaft (3221) can be inserted into a rotation space (365) formed inside the bearing (364) and rotated. The bearing (364) can support the rotation of the shaft (3221).

[0184] According to one embodiment, the frame (3222) may have a spiral shape. The frame (3222) may include a first frame portion (3222a) and a second frame portion (3222b). The first frame portion (3222a) and the second frame portion (3222b) may be portions of the frame (3222) that are spaced apart from each other. The first frame portion (3222a) and the second frame portion (3222b) may be spaced apart from each other in the radial direction of the frame (3222). The frame (3222) may include a guide space (3222c) formed between the first frame portion (3222a) and the second frame portion (3222b).

[0185] According to one embodiment, the second display portion (3022) can be movably arranged inside the guide space (3222c). The second sheet portion (352) can be movably arranged inside the guide space (3222c). The spring (3223) can be deformably arranged inside the guide space (3222c). The second display portion (3022) can move clockwise or counterclockwise around the shaft (3221). The second sheet portion (352) can move clockwise or counterclockwise around the shaft (3221). The spring (3223) can be deformed clockwise or counterclockwise around the shaft (3221). The second display portion (3022) can move in a spiral direction along the extension direction of the frame (3222). The second sheet portion (352) can move in a spiral direction along the extension direction of the frame (3222). The spring (3223) can move in a spiral direction along the extension direction of the frame (3222).

[0186] Fig. 9a is a diagram of an electronic device (101) in a first state. Fig. 9b is a diagram of an electronic device (101) in a second state. The components described with reference to Figs. 9a and 9b may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 8c. The components described with reference to Figs. 9a and 9b may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 10a to 32.

[0187] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may operate in a first state. The electronic device (101) may operate in a second state. The first state may be defined as a state in which at least a portion of the display (302) is rolled into the interior of the housing (301). The first state may be defined as a state in which at least a portion of the display (302) is concealed within the housing (301). The second state may be defined as a state in which at least a portion of the display (302) is unrolled to the exterior of the housing (301). The second state may be defined as a state in which at least a portion of the display (302) is exposed to the exterior of the housing (301). The first state may be a state of the electronic device described with reference to FIGS. 2 and 5A. The second state may be a state of the electronic device described with reference to FIGS. 3 and 5B. The first state may be referred to as a "slide-in state." The first state may be referred to as a "roll-in state." The second state may be named the "slide-out state." The second state may be named the "roll-out state."

[0188] In one embodiment, the second housing (3012) is movable relative to the first housing (3011). The first support portion (321) is movable together with the second housing (3012). The second housing (3012) can be spaced apart from the first housing (3011) by a movement distance (MD).

[0189] According to one embodiment, the support assembly (320) may include a plurality of parts (3211). The first support portion (321) may include a plurality of parts (3211). Some of the plurality of parts (3211) may be movably connected to one another. Any one of the plurality of parts (3211) may be linked to another one of the plurality of parts (3211) through another one of the plurality of parts (3211). The support assembly (320) may include a gap (3212) formed between the plurality of parts (3211). In a second state, the gap (3212) may be formed in the plurality of parts (3211). In the second state, a portion of the support member (340) may be exposed through the gap (3212).

[0190] According to one embodiment, the third support portion (323) can connect the first support portion (321) and the second support portion (322). The third support portion (323) can connect a plurality of parts (3211) and the second support portion (322).

[0191] FIG. 10a is a drawing of a driving structure (310), a support assembly (320), and a seat (350) in a first state. FIG. 10b is a drawing of a driving structure (310), a support assembly (320), and a seat (350) in a second state. The components described with reference to FIGS. 10a and 10b may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 9b. The components described with reference to FIGS. 10a and 10b may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 11 to 32.

[0192] According to one embodiment, the support assembly (320) can be deformed by the driving structure (310). The length of the support assembly (320) can be varied by the driving structure (310). When changing from the first state to the second state, the rack (313) can move in a state of meshing with the gear (312). When changing from the first state to the second state, the first support portion (321) can move together with the rack (313). When changing from the first state to the second state, the first display portion (e.g., the first display portion (3021) of FIG. 8A) and the first sheet portion (351) can move together with the rack (313). When changing from the first state to the second state, the second sheet portion (352) can be released from the inside of the second support portion (322) toward the outside of the second support portion (322).

[0193] In one embodiment, the plurality of parts (3211) may include a first part (3211a) and a second part (3211b). A rack (313) may be coupled to the first part (3211a). The first part (3211a) may be movable together with the rack (313). The rack (313) may be referred to as a "carrier." The rack (313) may be referred to as a "conveyor." The first part (3211a) may form an end portion of the support assembly (320). The second part (3211b) may be directly connected to the first part (3211a). The second part (3211b) may be indirectly connected to the first part (3211a) through another part among the plurality of parts (3211). The first part (3211a) may be referred to as a "preceding part." The first part (3211a) may be referred to as a "front part." The second part (3211b) may be referred to as a "trailing part." The second part (3211b) may be referred to as a "rear part."

[0194] In one embodiment, the first part (3211a) can move together with the rack (313). The second part (3211b) can move together with the first part (3211a) by the movement of the first part (3211a). When changing from the first state to the second state, the distance between the plurality of parts (3211) and the third support portion (323) can increase. When changing from the first state to the second state, a gap (3212) can be formed between the plurality of parts (3211). When changing from the first state to the second state, at least a portion of the first sheet portion (351) can be exposed to the outside of the support assembly (320) through the gap (3212). When changing from the first state to the second state, the first part (3211a) and the second part (3211b) can be spaced apart from each other. When changing from the first state to the second state, the plurality of second parts (3211b) can be spaced apart from each other.

[0195] According to one embodiment, in the first state, the actuator (311) may be positioned corresponding to the leading part (3211a) of the support assembly (320). In the second state, the actuator (311) may be positioned corresponding to the trailing part (3211b) of the support assembly (320).

[0196] FIG. 11 is an enlarged view of a portion of an assembly of a display (302), a support assembly (320), and a seat (350). FIG. 12 is a view of a portion of the assembly of FIG. 11 cut along the line A-A' shown in FIG. 11. The components described with reference to FIGS. 11 and 12 may be partially or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 10b. The components described with reference to FIGS. 11 and 12 may be partially or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 13a to 32.

[0197] According to one embodiment, the second display portion (3022) and the second sheet portion (352) can be movably arranged inside the frame (3222). The frame (3222) can include a guide space (3222c). The second display portion (3022) and the second sheet portion (352) can be movably arranged within the guide space (3222c). The second display portion (3022) and the second sheet portion (352) can move in a first direction (RO) along the direction in which the spiral frame (3222) extends. When the second display portion (3022) and the second sheet portion (352) move in the first direction (RO), the display (302) can move in a slide-out direction (e.g., the first direction (SO) of FIG. 7). The second display portion (3022) and the second sheet portion (352) can move in the second direction (RI) along the direction in which the spiral frame (3222) extends. When the second display portion (3022) and the second sheet portion (352) move in the second direction (RI), the display (302) can move in the slide-in direction (e.g., the second direction (SI) of FIG. 7).

[0198] According to one embodiment, the shaft (3221) can rotate along a first direction (RO) or a second direction (RI). A spring (3223) can be connected to the shaft (3221). The spring (3223) can be deformed along the first direction (RO) or the second direction (RI). The spring (3223) can be connected to a second sheet portion (352). The second sheet portion (352) can be moved by the spring (3223).

[0199] According to one embodiment, the third support portion (323) can support the first sheet portion (351) and the third sheet portion (353). The third support portion (323) can be connected to the frame (3222). The third support portion (323) can be fixed to the frame (3222) and not move. The third sheet portion (353) can move in a direction in which it is released from the frame (3222) when the second sheet portion (352) moves in the first direction (RO). The third sheet portion (353) can move in a direction in which it is wound around the frame (3222) when the second sheet portion (352) moves in the second direction (RI).

[0200] According to one embodiment, the frame (3222) may include a first frame portion (3222a) and a second frame portion (3222b). A guide space (3222c) may be formed between the first frame portion (3222a) and the second frame portion (3222b). The second display portion (3022) and the second sheet portion (352) may be adhered to each other and may be movably arranged within the guide space (3222c).

[0201] In one embodiment, the frame (3222) may include a rail (3222d). The rail (3222d) may extend along the direction in which the spiral frame (3222) extends. The rail (3222d) may protrude from each of the first frame portion (3222a) and the second frame portion (3222b). The second display portion (3022) and the second sheet portion (352) may move along the rail (3222d). The second sheet portion (352) may include a sheet body (3521) and a recess (3522) sunken into the sheet body (3521). The rail (3222d) may be inserted into the recess (3522). The sheet body (3521) may move along the direction in which the rail (3222d) extends. The seat body (3521) can be guided to move by a rail (3222d).

[0202] Fig. 13a is a cross-sectional view taken along the B-B' reference line illustrated in Fig. 11 in the first state. Fig. 13b is a cross-sectional view taken along the B-B' reference line illustrated in Fig. 11 in the second state. The components described with reference to Figs. 13a and 13b may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 12. The components described with reference to Figs. 13a and 13b may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 14 to 32.

[0203] According to one embodiment, in the first state, the second sheet portion (352) may be wound around the frame (3222). In the first state, the second sheet portion (352) may be positioned within the guide space (3222c). In the first state, at least a portion of the spring (3223) may be wound around the shaft (3221).

[0204] According to one embodiment, in the second state, the second sheet portion (352) may be released from the frame (3222). In the second state, a portion of the guide space (3222c) may be hollow. In the second state, the first frame portion (3222a) and the second frame portion (3222b) may be spaced apart from each other, and a hollow space may be formed between the first frame portion (3222a) and the second frame portion (3222b). In the second state, the spring (3223) may be extended from the shaft (3221). In the second state, the spring (3223) may be arranged to surround at least a portion of the frame (3222). In the second state, the spring (3223) may be extended along the extension direction of the spiral frame (3222) within the guide space (3222c).

[0205] According to one embodiment, when changing from the first state to the second state, the first sheet portion (351) and the third sheet portion (353) can move away from the frame (3222). When changing from the second state to the first state, the first sheet portion (351) and the third sheet portion (353) can move toward the frame (3222). The third support portion (323) can support the first sheet portion (351) and the third sheet portion (353).

[0206] Fig. 14 is a drawing illustrating changes in the structure illustrated in Figs. 10a and 10b. The components described with reference to Fig. 14 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 13b. The components described with reference to Fig. 14 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 15a to 32.

[0207] According to one embodiment, the first support portion (321) can be deformed by the operation of the drive structure (310). The length of the first support portion (321) can be varied by the operation of the drive structure (310). The drive structure (310) can move a plurality of parts (3211). The rack (313) can move while being meshed with the gear (312), and the first support portion (321) can move together with the rack (313). The rack (313) can be coupled with the first part (3211a). The first part (3211a) can move together with the rack (313). The second part (3211b) can move together with the first part (3211a).

[0208] According to one embodiment, as the first state shown in FIG. 10a changes to the second state shown in FIG. 10b, the length (L1, L2, L3, L4) of the first support portion (321) may increase (L1 <L2<L3<L4). 도 10b에 도시된 제2 상태에서, 도 10a에 도시된 제1 상태로 변화함에 따라, 제1 지지부분(321)의 길이(L1, L2, L3, L4)는 작아질 수 있다(L1> L2>L3>L4). As the first state illustrated in FIG. 10a changes to the second state illustrated in FIG. 10b, the spacing (3212) between the plurality of parts (3211) may increase. As the second state illustrated in FIG. 10b changes to the first state illustrated in FIG. 10a, the spacing (3212) between the plurality of parts (3211) may decrease. As the first state illustrated in FIG. 10a changes to the second state illustrated in FIG. 10b, the actuator (311) may be adjacent to the center of the first support portion (321). As the second state illustrated in FIG. 10b changes to the first state illustrated in FIG. 10a, the actuator (311) may be adjacent to the end portion of the first support portion (321).

[0209] FIG. 15A is a drawing explaining a change in the relationship between a plurality of parts (3211) according to a change in the state of the electronic device (101) described with reference to FIG. 14. FIG. 15B is a drawing explaining a change in the relationship between a plurality of parts (3211) according to a change in the state of the electronic device (101) described with reference to FIG. 14. FIG. 15B may be a drawing showing the internal structure of a plurality of parts (3211) by cutting out a part of the plurality of parts (3211) illustrated in FIG. 15A. The components explained with reference to FIGS. 15A and 15B may be partly or entirely the same as the components explained with reference to FIGS. 1 to 14. The components explained with reference to FIGS. 15A and 15B may be partly or entirely the same as the components explained with reference to FIGS. 16A to 32.

[0210] According to one embodiment, a plurality of parts (3215, 3216, 3217) may be connected to each other. The term "connection" may include a concept of direct connection and indirect connection. The plurality of parts (3215, 3216, 3217) may include a first part (3215), a second part (3216), and a third part (3217). The plurality of parts (3215, 3216, 3217) may be identical to the plurality of parts (3211) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 14. The structure of the plurality of parts (3215, 3216, 3217) described with reference to FIGS. 15A and 15B may be an example of some of the plurality of parts (3211) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 14. For example, the description of the plurality of parts (3215, 3216, 3217) described with reference to FIGS. 15a and 15b can be equally applied to the plurality of parts (3211) illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 14.

[0211] The operation methods of the plurality of parts (3215, 3216, 3217) described with reference to FIGS. 15A and 15B may be the same. For example, the operation methods of the plurality of parts (3215, 3216, 3217) illustrated in FIG. 15A and the operation methods of the plurality of parts (3215, 3216, 3217) illustrated in FIG. 15B may be the same. The plurality of parts (3215, 3216, 3217) illustrated in FIG. 15A may illustrate the overall appearance of the plurality of parts (3215, 3216, 3217), and the plurality of parts (3215, 3216, 3217) illustrated in FIG. 15B may illustrate the internal structure of the plurality of parts (3215, 3216, 3217) by cutting off a portion. FIGS. 15A and 15B illustrate only three parts among the plurality of parts (3211), and the support assembly (320) according to the embodiment of the present disclosure may include a plurality of parts (3211) including the three exemplary parts illustrated in FIGS. 15A and 15B. Even though the position of the second part (3216) illustrated in FIG. 15A is different from the position of the second part (3216) illustrated in FIG. 15B, the second part (3216) described with reference to FIGS. 15A and 15B has the same mechanical coupling relationship with the first and third parts (3215 and 3217) at different positions (e.g., left or right) of the first and third parts (3215 and 3217).

[0212] According to one embodiment, the first part (3215) may be arranged staggered relative to the second part (3216) with respect to the direction of movement of the first part (3215). The second part (3216) may be arranged staggered relative to the third part (3217) with respect to the direction of movement of the second part (3216). The first, second, and third parts (3215, 3216, 3217) may be arranged sequentially in a zigzag shape.

[0213] According to one embodiment, the first part (3215) may include a first body (3215a), a first protrusion (3215b), and a first slit (3215c). The first protrusion (3215b) may protrude from the first body (3215a). A plurality of first protrusions (3215b) may be formed spaced apart from each other. The first slit (3215c) may be formed between a plurality of first protrusions (3215b) that are spaced apart from each other.

[0214] According to one embodiment, the second part (3216) may include a second body (3216a), a second protrusion (3216b), and a second slit (3216c). The second protrusion (3216b) may protrude from the second body (3216a). A plurality of second protrusions (3216b) may be formed spaced apart from each other. The second slit (3216c) may be formed between a plurality of second protrusions (3216b) that are spaced apart from each other.

[0215] According to one embodiment, the third part (3217) may include a third body (3217a), a third protrusion (3217b), and a third slit (3217c). The third protrusion (3217b) may protrude from the third body (3217a). A plurality of third protrusions (3217b) may be formed spaced apart from each other. The third slit (3217c) may be formed between a plurality of third protrusions (3217b) that are spaced apart from each other.

[0216] In one embodiment, one of the plurality of second protrusions (3216b) may be movably positioned within the first slit (3215c), and another may be movably positioned within the third slit (3217c). One of the plurality of first protrusions (3215b) may be movably positioned within the second slit (3216c). One of the plurality of third protrusions (3217b) may be movably positioned within the second slit (3216c).

[0217] According to one embodiment, the first protrusion (3215b) movably positioned within the second slit (3216c) may be configured to engage with one of the plurality of second protrusions (3216b), and the third protrusion (3217b) movably positioned within the second slit (3216c) may be configured to engage with another of the plurality of second protrusions (3216b).

[0218] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a first state to a second state, the first part (3215) (e.g., the preceding part (3211a) of FIG. 14) may move first. When the first part (3215) moves, the first protrusion (3215b) may move within the second slit (3216c) and may be caught by the second protrusion (3216b). After the first protrusion (3215b) is caught by the second protrusion (3216b), the second part (3216) (e.g., the following part (3211b) of FIG. 14) may move together with the first part (3215) by the first protrusion (3215b). When the second part (3216) moves together with the first part (3215), the third protrusion (3217b) can move relatively within the second slit (3216c) and can be caught by the second protrusion (3216b). After the third protrusion (3217b) is caught by the second protrusion (3216b), the third part (3217) (e.g., the trailing part (3211b) of FIG. 14) can move together with the second part (3216) by the second protrusion (3216b).

[0219] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a first state to a second state, the gap (3212) between the plurality of parts (3215, 3216, 3217) may increase. For example, the gap (3212) between the first part (3215) and the third part (3217) may increase when changing from the first state to the second state (G1 <G2).

[0220] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the support assembly (320) can vary the length of the support assembly (320) due to the movement of the plurality of parts (3215, 3216, 3217) in the manner described above. For example, as described with reference to FIGS. 15A and 15B, the length of the support assembly (320) can be varied due to the structure in which the following parts (3216, 3217) move in a chain manner together with the preceding part (3215) due to the movement of the preceding part (3215).

[0221] FIG. 16A is a drawing of a support assembly (420) and a guide (430) in a first state of an electronic device (101) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 16B is a drawing of a support assembly (420) and a guide (430) in a second state of an electronic device (101) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. The components described with reference to FIGS. 16A and 16B may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 15B. The components described with reference to FIGS. 16A and 16B may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 17 to 32.

[0222] According to one embodiment, the support assembly (420) may include a first support portion (421), a second support portion (422), and a third support portion (423). The description of the first support portion (421) may be applied in the same manner as the description of the first support portion (321) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 15B. The description of the second support portion (422) may be applied in the same manner as the description of the second support portion (422) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 15B. The description of the third support portion (423) may be applied in the same manner as the description of the third support portion (423) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 15B.

[0223] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a guide (430). The description of the guide (430) may be identical to the description of the guide (330) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 15B. The support assembly (420) may move along the guide (430).

[0224] According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the support assembly (420) may be configured to have a variable length. At least a portion of the support assembly (420) may be configured to be deformable. For example, the first support portion (421) may have a variable length depending on a change in the state of the electronic device (101). For example, the first support portion (421) may be deformed depending on a change in the state of the electronic device (101).

[0225] According to one embodiment, the support assembly (420) may include a plurality of parts (4211). The first support portion (421) may include a plurality of parts (4211). The description of the plurality of parts (4211) may be identical to the description of the plurality of parts (3211) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 15B.

[0226] According to one embodiment, a plurality of parts (4211) may be movably arranged relative to one another. The plurality of parts (4211) may be movably connected to one another. The term "connection" may include a concept of direct connection and indirect connection. For example, one of the plurality of parts (4211) may be movably directly connected to another. For example, one of the plurality of parts (4211) may be linked to another one of the plurality of parts (4211).

[0227] According to one embodiment, the plurality of parts (4211) may include a first part (4211a) and a second part (4211b). The description of the first part (4211a) may be applied in the same manner as the description of the first part (3211a) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 15B . The description of the second part (4211b) may be applied in the same manner as the description of the second part (3211b) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 15B .

[0228] In one embodiment, the first part (4211a) may be referred to as a "preceding part." The first part (4211a) may be coupled to a rack (e.g., rack (313) of FIG. 20). The first part (4211a) may move together with the rack (313). The second part (4211b) may be referred to as a "following part." The second part (4211b) may move along with the first part (4211a).

[0229] In one embodiment, the first support portion (421) can move relative to the second support portion (422). The first support portion (421) can move relative to the third support portion (423). The first support portion (421) can move relative to the second support portion (422) by a movement distance (MD).

[0230] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a first state to a second state, the plurality of parts (4211) may be spaced apart from each other. A gap (4212) may be formed between the plurality of parts (4211). The first part (4211a) may move the plurality of second parts (4211b) while moving together with a rack (e.g., rack (313) of FIG. 20). When the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state, the amount of change in the length of the first support portion (421) may be substantially equal to the sum of the gaps (e.g., G1, G2, G3) between the plurality of parts (4211). The movement distance (MD) of the first support portion (421) with respect to the second support portion (422) may be substantially equal to the sum of the gaps (e.g., G1, G2, G3) between the plurality of parts (4211).

[0231] Fig. 17 is an enlarged view of a portion of the structure illustrated in Fig. 16b, cut away. Fig. 18 is a drawing of one of the plurality of parts (4211) illustrated in Fig. 16b. Fig. 19 is a rear view of the structure of Fig. 18. The components described with reference to Figs. 17 to 19 may be partly or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 16b. The components described with reference to Figs. 17 to 19 may be partly or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 20 to 32.

[0232] According to one embodiment, the plurality of parts (e.g., the plurality of parts (4211) of FIG. 16B) may include a first part (4215), a second part (4216), and a third part (4217). According to one embodiment, the plurality of parts (4215, 4216, 4217) may be connected to each other. The term “connection” may include a concept including a direct connection and an indirect connection. The plurality of parts (4215, 4216, 4217) may be the same as the plurality of parts (4211) described with reference to FIGS. 16A and 16B. The structure of the plurality of parts (4215, 4216, 4217) described with reference to FIGS. 17 to 19 may be an example of some of the plurality of parts (4211) described with reference to FIGS. 16A and 16B. For example, the description of the plurality of parts (4215, 4216, 4217) described with reference to FIGS. 17 to 19 can be equally applied to the plurality of parts (4211) illustrated in FIGS. 16a and 16b.

[0233] According to one embodiment, the plurality of parts (4215, 4216, 4217) may include a first part (4215). The description of the first part (4215) may be identically applied to the description of the preceding part (4211a) described with reference to FIGS. 16A and 16B . The plurality of parts (4215, 4216, 4217) may include a second part (4216) and a third part (4217). The description of the second part (4216) and the third part (4217) may be identically applied to the description of the succeeding part (4211b) described with reference to FIGS. 16A and 16B . The first part (4215) may be connected to the second part (4216). The first part (4215) can be coupled with a rack (e.g., rack (313) of FIG. 20) and moved together with the rack (313). The first part (4215) can move the second part (4216). The second part (4216) can be moved by the first part (4215). The second part (4216) can be coupled with a third part (4217). The second part (4216) can move the third part (4217). The movements of the first part (4215), the second part (4216), and the third part (4217) can be sequentially performed after the movement of the first part (4215). The movements of the multiple parts (4215, 4216, 4217) can be serially performed by the operation of the rack (313).

[0234] According to one embodiment, the first part (4215) may include a first-first body (4215a), a first-second body (4215c), and a first step portion (4215d). The first step portion (4215d) may connect the first-first body (4215a) and the first-second body (4215c). The first part (4215) may include a first protrusion (4215b). The first protrusion (4215b) may protrude from the first-first body (4215a). The first part (4215) may include a first slit (4215e). The first slit (4215e) may be formed by being recessed into the first-second body (4215c). The first part (4215) may include a first catch portion (4215f). The first catch portion (4215f) can be formed on the first-second body (4215c). The first catch portion (4215f) can form a boundary portion of the first slit (4215e).

[0235] According to one embodiment, the second part (4216) may include a second-first body (4216a), a second-second body (4216c), and a second step portion (4216d). The second step portion (4216d) may connect the second-first body (4216a) and the second-second body (4216c). The second part (4216) may include a second protrusion (4216b). The second protrusion (4216b) may protrude from the second-first body (4216a). The second part (4216) may include a second slit (4216e). The second slit (4216e) may be formed by being recessed into the second-second body (4216c). The second part (4216) may include a second catch portion (4216f). The second catch portion (4216f) can be formed on the second-second body (4216c). The second catch portion (4216f) can form a boundary portion of the second slit (4216e).

[0236] According to one embodiment, the third part (4217) may include a third-first body (4217a), a third-second body (4217c), and a third step portion (4217d). The third step portion (4217d) may connect the third-first body (4217a) and the third-second body (4217c). The third part (4217) may include a third protrusion (4217b). The third protrusion (4217b) may protrude from the third-first body (4217a). The third part (4217) may include a third slit (4217e). The third slit (4217e) may be formed by being recessed into the third-second body (4217c). The third part (4217) may include a third catch portion (4217f). The third catch portion (4217f) can be formed in the third-second body (4217c). The third catch portion (4217f) can form a boundary portion of the third slit (4217e).

[0237] In one embodiment, the plurality of parts (4215, 4216, 4217) may be spaced apart from each other, forming a gap (4212). The length of the first support portion (421) may be increased by the sum of the gaps (e.g., G) by which the plurality of parts (4215, 4216, 4217) are spaced apart from each other.

[0238] According to one embodiment, the guide (430) may include a guide body (431) and a guide slit (432). The guide slit (432) may be formed along the extension direction of the guide body (431). At least a portion of each of the plurality of parts (4215, 4216, 4217) may be inserted into the guide slit (432).

[0239] According to one embodiment, each of the plurality of parts (4211) may include a first body (4211a), a second body (4211c), and a step portion (4211d). The step portion (4211d) may connect the first body (4211a) and the second body (4211c). Each of the plurality of parts (4211) may include a protrusion (4211b). The protrusion (4211b) may protrude from the first body (4211a). A plurality of protrusions (4211b) may be formed to be spaced apart from each other. Each of the plurality of parts (4211) may include a slit (4211e). The slit (4211e) may be formed to be recessed into the second body (4211c). A plurality of slits (4211e) may be formed to be spaced apart from each other. A plurality of protrusions (4211b) and a plurality of slits (4211e) may correspond to each other. Each of the plurality of protrusions (4211b) may be movably inserted into one of the plurality of slits (4211e). Each of the plurality of parts (4211) may include a catch portion (4211f). The catch portion (4211f) may be formed on the second body (4211c). The catch portion (4211f) may form a boundary portion of the slit (4211e). Each of the plurality of parts (4211) may include a guide catch portion (4211g). The guide catch portion (4211g) may protrude from the first body (4211a). The guide catch portion (4211g) may protrude from the second body (4211c). The guide protrusion (4211g) can be movably inserted into the guide slit (432). The guide protrusion (4211g) can move along the extension direction of the guide (430) within the guide slit (432).

[0240] According to one embodiment, the second protrusion (4216b) of the second part (4216) can be movably inserted into the first slit (4215e) of the first part (4215). When the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state, the second protrusion (4216b) can be caught by the first engaging portion (4215f). After the second protrusion (4216b) is caught by the first engaging portion (4215f), the second protrusion (4216b) can move together with the first engaging portion (4215f). After the second protrusion (4216b) is caught by the first engaging portion (4215f), the second part (4216) can move together with the first part (4215). The third protrusion (4217b) of the third part (4217) can be movably inserted into the second slit (4216e) of the second part (4216). When the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state, the third protrusion (4217b) can be caught by the second engaging portion (4216f). After the third protrusion (4217b) is caught by the second engaging portion (4216f), the third protrusion (4217b) can move together with the second engaging portion (4216f). After the third protrusion (4217b) is caught by the second engaging portion (4216f), the third part (4217) can move together with the second part (4216). The plurality of parts (4211) can move sequentially by the structure of the protrusions, slits, and catches described above. For example, the first part (4215), the second part (4216), and the third part (4217) can move sequentially by the structure of the protrusions, slits, and catches described above.

[0241] FIG. 20 is a drawing illustrating the operation of the support assembly (420) according to the embodiments of FIGS. 16a to 19. The components described with reference to FIG. 20 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 19. The components described with reference to FIG. 20 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 21a to 32.

[0242] According to one embodiment, the rack (313) can move in a state of meshing with the gear (312). The description of the drive structure (310) may be identical to the description of the drive structure (310) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 15b. The preceding part (4211a) can be coupled with the rack (313) and can move together with the rack (313). When the preceding part (4211a) moves together with the rack (313), the plurality of following parts (4211b) can move sequentially by the coupling structure between the plurality of parts (4211) described with reference to FIGS. 17 to 19. When the electronic device (101) changes from a first state to a second state, a gap (G) may be formed between the plurality of parts (4211a, 4211b). The length (L1, L2, L3, L4) of the support assembly (420) can increase when the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state.

[0243] FIG. 21A is a drawing of a support assembly (520) and a guide (530) in a first state of an electronic device (101) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 21B is a drawing of a support assembly (520) and a guide (530) in a second state of an electronic device (101) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 22 is a cross-sectional view taken along the C-C' reference line illustrated in FIG. 21B. The components described with reference to FIGS. 21A to 22 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 20. The components described with reference to FIGS. 21A to 22 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 23A to 32.

[0244] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a drive structure (310). The drive structure (310) may include an actuator (311), a gear (312), and a rack (313). The description of the drive structure (310) may be identical to the description of the drive structure (310) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 15b.

[0245] According to one embodiment, the support assembly (520) may include a first part (521). The first part (521) may be coupled to the drive structure (310). The first part (521) may be coupled to the rack (313) of the drive structure (310). The first part (521) may move together with the rack (313).

[0246] In one embodiment, the support assembly (520) may include a second part (523). The second part (523) may be fixed to a first housing (e.g., the first housing (3011) of FIG. 7). The first part (521) may be relatively movable with respect to the second part (523).

[0247] According to one embodiment, the support assembly (520) may include a roller (522). The roller (522) may be coupled to a second part (523). The description of the roller (522) may be identical to the description of the second support part (322) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 15.

[0248] According to one embodiment, the first part (521) may include a first body (5211) and a first leg (5212). The first body (5211) may be coupled to a rack (313) and may move together with the rack (313). The first leg (5212) may extend from the first body (5211). A plurality of first legs (5212) may be arranged spaced apart from each other. The first leg (5212) may be arranged between a plurality of second legs (5232) that are spaced apart from each other.

[0249] According to one embodiment, the second part (523) may include a second body (5231) and a second leg (5232). The second body (5231) may be coupled to the roller (522). The second leg (5232) may extend from the second body (5231). A plurality of second legs (5232) may be arranged spaced apart from each other. The second legs (5232) may be arranged between a plurality of spaced apart first legs (5231).

[0250] According to one embodiment, the support assembly (520) may include a sliding space (5233) formed between a plurality of second legs (5232) spaced apart from each other. The first leg (5212) may be movably positioned within the sliding space (5233). The first leg (5212) may move along the second leg (5232).

[0251] According to one embodiment, the first leg (5212) may include a first leg body (5212a) and a leg protrusion (5212b). The leg protrusion (5212b) may protrude from the first leg body (5212a) toward the second leg (5232). The second leg (5232) may include a second leg body (5232a) and a groove (5232b). The groove (5232b) may be formed by being recessed into the second leg body (5232a). The leg protrusion (5212b) may be movably inserted into the groove (5232b). The leg protrusion (5212b) may move along the second leg (5232) within the groove (5232b).

[0252] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a first state to a second state, the first part (521) can move a movement distance (MD) with respect to the second part (523) together with the actuator (311). When the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state, the first leg (5212) can move along the second leg (5232). When the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state, at least a portion of the sliding space (5233) between the plurality of second legs (5232) can be hollow. The electronic device (101) can include a guide (530). The description of the guide (530) can be identical to the description of the guide (330) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 15. The first part (521) can move along the guide (530).

[0253] FIG. 23A is a diagram of the internal structure of an electronic device (101) in a first state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 23B is a diagram of the internal structure of an electronic device (101) in a second state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. The components described with reference to FIGS. 23A and 23B may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 22. The components described with reference to FIGS. 23A and 23B may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 24 to 32.

[0254] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a housing (601) and a display (602). The description of the housing (601) may be applied in the same manner as the description of the housing (301) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 15B. The description of the display (602) may be applied in the same manner as the description of the display (302) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 15B. For example, the display (302) may move in a first direction (SO) or a second direction (SI) with respect to the housing (301).

[0255] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a support assembly (620). The support assembly (620) may be movably positioned within the housing (601). The support assembly (620) may support the display (602). The description of the support assembly (620) may be applied in the same manner as the description of the support assemblies (320, 420, 520) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 22. The description of the support assembly (620) may be applied in the same manner as the description of the multi-bar structure (213) described with reference to FIG. 4.

[0256] Fig. 24 is an enlarged view of a portion of the support assembly (620) and the display (602). Fig. 25 is a perspective view of a portion of the support assembly (620) and the display (602). The components described with reference to Figs. 24 and 25 may be partially or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 23b. The components described with reference to Figs. 24 and 25 may be partially or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 26 to 32.

[0257] According to one embodiment, the display (602) may include a first display portion (6021) and a second display portion (6022). The first display portion (6021) and the second display portion (6022) may be formed integrally. The first display portion (6021) may have a flat shape. The second display portion (6022) may have a curved shape. The second display portion (6022) may be wrapped around the support assembly (620).

[0258] In one embodiment, the support assembly (620) may include a part assembly (621), a sheet (622), and a roller (623). The part assembly (621) may be spaced apart from the display (602). The sheet (622) may be disposed between the display (602) and the part assembly (621). A first elasticity of the sheet (622) may be greater than a second elasticity of the part assembly (621). A first hardness of the part assembly (621) may be greater than a second hardness of the sheet (622). The roller (623) may be cylindrical. A second display portion (6022) of the display (602) may be wrapped around the roller (623). At least a portion of the sheet (622) may be wrapped around the roller (623). At least a portion of the part assembly (621) can be wound around the roller (623).

[0259] Fig. 26 is an exploded view of a portion of the support assembly (620). Fig. 27 is a view explaining the assembly of the support assembly (620). The components described with reference to Figs. 26 and 27 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 25. The components described with reference to Figs. 26 and 27 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 28 to 32.

[0260] In one embodiment, the display (602) and the sheet (622) can be adhered to each other. The display (602) and the sheet (622) can move together. The sheet (622) can be positioned between the display (602) and the part assembly (621). At least a portion of the part assembly (621) can be inserted into the inside of the sheet (622). The part assembly (621) can move together with the sheet (622).

[0261] According to one embodiment, the sheet (622) may include a sheet body (6221), a first recess (6222), and a second recess (6223). The first recess (6222) and the second recess (6223) may be formed by being sunken into the sheet body (6221). The first recess (6222) may include a plurality of first recesses (6222) that are spaced apart from each other. The second recess (6223) may include a plurality of second recesses (6223) that are spaced apart from each other. A width (w1) of the first recess (6222) may be smaller than a width (w2) of the second recess (6223). At least a portion of the part assembly (621) may be inserted into the first and second recesses (6222, 6223).

[0262] According to one embodiment, the part assembly (621) may include a support part (6211). The support part (6211) may include a plurality of support parts (6211) spaced apart from each other. Each of the plurality of support parts (6211) may be inserted into the first and second recesses (6222, 6223).

[0263] According to one embodiment, the support part (6211) may include a support shaft (6211a) and a support block (6211b). The support shaft (6211a) may be cylindrical. The support shaft (6211a) may be inserted into the first recess (6222). The support block (6211b) may be coupled to an end portion of the support shaft (6211a). A portion of the support block (6211b) may be inserted into the second recess (6223). The support part (6211) may include an insertion portion (6211c). The insertion portion (6211c) may protrude from the support block (6211b). The insertion portion (6211c) may be inserted into the second recess (6223). The support part (6211) may include a link-joining portion (6211d). The link-joining portion (6211d) may protrude from the support block (6211b). The insertion portion (6211c) and the link-joining portion (6211d) may be spaced apart from each other.

[0264] According to one embodiment, the part assembly (621) may include a first link (6212) and a second link (6213). The first link (6212) may include a plurality of first links (6212). The second link (6213) may include a plurality of second links (6213). The link coupling portion (6211d) of each of the plurality of support parts (6211) may be inserted into the first link (6212). The first link (6212) may connect an adjacent pair of support parts (6211). The link coupling portion (6211d) of each of the plurality of support parts (6211) may be inserted into the second link (6213). The second link (6213) may connect an adjacent pair of support parts (6211). The second link (6213) may be positioned further outward from the part assembly (621) than the first link (6212). The second link (6213) may connect a pair of adjacent first links (6212). The first link (6212) and the second link (6213) may be arranged alternately along the direction in which the plurality of support parts (6211) are arranged.

[0265] Fig. 28 is a drawing showing a part of the support assembly (620) and guide (630) in an disassembled state. Fig. 29 is a drawing showing a part of the housing (601), the display (602), the support assembly (620), and the guide (630) in an assembled state. Fig. 30 is an enlarged view of a part of the structure shown in Fig. 29. The components described with reference to Figs. 28 to 30 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 27. The components described with reference to Figs. 28 to 30 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 31 and 32.

[0266] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a guide (630). At least a portion of the support assembly (620) may be movably inserted within the guide (630). A second link (6213) of the support assembly (620) may be movably inserted within the guide (630).

[0267] According to one embodiment, the guide (630) may include a guide body (631), a first guide slit (632), and a second guide slit (633). The first guide slit (632) and the second guide slit (633) may be formed by being recessed into the guide body (631). The first guide slit (632) and the second guide slit (633) may extend along the moving direction of the support assembly (620). The first guide slit (632) and the second guide slit (633) may be spaced apart from each other. The second link (6213) of the support assembly (620) may be movably inserted into the guide slits (632, 633). At least a portion of the part assembly (621) may be movably arranged within the guide slits (632, 633).

[0268] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a first state to a second state, the sheet (622) and the part assembly (621) can move while at least partly being wound around the roller (623). The display (602) can move relative to the housing (601) while being supported by the sheet (622) and the part assembly (621). When the electronic device (101) changes from the first state to the second state, the part assembly (621) can move along the guide (630). The support block (6211b) can be positioned between the guide (630) and the sheet (622).

[0269] Fig. 31 is a drawing showing a part of a cross-sectional view of an electronic device (101) according to one embodiment. Fig. 32 is a drawing showing a part of a cross-sectional view of an electronic device (101) according to one embodiment. The components described with reference to Figs. 31 and 32 may be partially or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 30.

[0270] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a display (702, 802). The description of the display (702, 802) may be identical to the description of the display (302, 602) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 30.

[0271] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a plurality of support parts (721, 821) spaced apart from each other. The plurality of support parts (721, 821) may be spaced apart from each other along the direction in which the display (702, 802) moves. A gap (7212, 8212) may be formed between the plurality of support parts (721, 821).

[0272] Referring to FIG. 31, the electronic device (101) may include a sheet (722). The first elasticity of the sheet (722) may be greater than the second elasticity of the support part (721). At least a portion of the sheet (722) may be positioned within a gap (7212) formed between a plurality of support parts (721). The sheet (722) may include a sheet body (7221) and a sheet protrusion portion (7222) inserted between the plurality of support parts (721) from the sheet body (7221). The sheet protrusion portion (7222) may be positioned between each of the plurality of support parts (721).

[0273] Referring to FIG. 32, the electronic device (101) may include a sheet (822). The first elasticity of the sheet (822) may be greater than the second elasticity of the support part (821). At least a portion of the sheet (822) may be positioned within a gap (8212) formed between a plurality of support parts (821). The sheet (822) may include a sheet body (8221) and a sheet protrusion portion (8222) inserted between the plurality of support parts (821) from the sheet body (8221). The sheet protrusion portion (8222) may be positioned between each of the plurality of support parts (821). The sheet (822) may include a reinforcing member (8223). The reinforcing member (8223) may include a material having an elasticity greater than the elasticity of the sheet body (8221) and the sheet protrusion portion (8222). The reinforcing member (8223) may include a first reinforcing portion (8223a) disposed within the sheet body (8221). The reinforcing member (8223) may include a second reinforcing portion (8223b) disposed within the sheet protrusion portion (8222). The second reinforcing portion (8223b) may extend from the first reinforcing portion (8223a) toward the gap (8212) between the plurality of support parts (821).

[0274] Due to the structure of the support assembly and the sheet according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the movement of the display (e.g., the display (302) of FIG. 8A) can be made smooth. For example, due to the structure of the support assembly and the sheet according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the curvature of the surface of the display (302) (particularly, the second display portion (3022)) can be made constant. For example, due to the structure of the support assembly and the sheet according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, damage to the surface of the display (302) (particularly, the second display portion (3022)) can be reduced. For example, due to the structure of the support assembly and the sheet according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the display (302) can be stably supported by the support assembly and the sheet. For example, due to the structure of the support assembly and the sheet according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the length of the support assembly can be easily changed.

[0275] An electronic device may include a housing and a display. At least a portion of the display may be disposed in a coiled state within the housing and configured to unwind toward the outside of the housing or coil toward the inside of the housing. The electronic device may include a support assembly that supports the display, and the support assembly may be movable together with the display. The support assembly may include a plurality of structures spaced apart from each other in the direction of movement of the display. The surface of the display may have a curvature that changes at a portion where the plurality of structures are spaced apart from each other.

[0276] The problem to be solved in the present disclosure may be to form the curvature of the surface of the display to be constant.

[0277] A problem to be solved in the present disclosure may be to stably support a display.

[0278] The problem to be solved in this disclosure is not limited to the problem mentioned above, and may be determined in various ways without departing from the spirit and scope of this disclosure.

[0279] An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure can form a constant curvature of a surface of a display by supporting the display with a support assembly including a plurality of parts.

[0280] An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure can stably support a display by varying the length of a support assembly through an assembly structure of a plurality of parts.

[0281] 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 belongs from the description below.

[0282] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may include a first housing (e.g., 3011 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0283] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a second housing (e.g., 3012 of FIGS. 1 to 32) that is arranged to be relatively movable in a first direction or a second direction opposite to the first direction with respect to the first housing (e.g., 3011 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0284] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a flexible display (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 32) that is deformably arranged in the first housing (e.g., 3011 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the second housing (e.g., 3012 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0285] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a carrier (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 32) movably arranged together with the second housing (e.g., 3012 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0286] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a support assembly (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 32) configured to support the flexible display (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0287] The support assembly (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a roller (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32) that is fixedly disposed on the first housing (e.g., 3011 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and around which at least a portion of the flexible display (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is wound.

[0288] The support assembly (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a support plate (e.g., 321 of FIGS. 1 to 32) extending in the first direction from the roller (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32), movably arranged together with the carrier (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 32), and configured such that the length in the first direction is variable.

[0289] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the length of the support plate (e.g., 321 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may increase when the second housing (e.g., 3012 of FIGS. 1 to 32) moves in the first direction relative to the first housing (e.g., 3011 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0290] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the length of the support plate (e.g., 321 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may be reduced when the second housing (e.g., 3012 of FIGS. 1 to 32) moves in the second direction relative to the first housing (e.g., 3011 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0291] The support plate (e.g., 321 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a plurality of parts (e.g., 3211 of FIGS. 1 to 32) that are movably connected to each other.

[0292] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the plurality of parts (e.g., 3211 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may be spaced apart from each other when the second housing (e.g., 3012 of FIGS. 1 to 32) moves in the first direction relative to the first housing (e.g., 3011 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0293] The plurality of parts (e.g., 3211 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a preceding part (e.g., 3211a of FIGS. 1 to 32) coupled to the carrier (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and moving together with the carrier (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0294] The plurality of parts (e.g., 3211 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a following part (e.g., 3211b of FIGS. 1 to 32) configured to be movable together with the preceding part (e.g., 3211a of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0295] The plurality of parts (e.g., 3211 of FIGS. 1 to 32 ) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first part (e.g., 3215 of FIGS. 1 to 32 ) including a first slit (e.g., 3215e of FIGS. 1 to 32 ) extending along the first direction and a first catch portion (e.g., 3215f of FIGS. 1 to 32 ) forming an end portion of the first slit (e.g., 3215e of FIGS. 1 to 32 ).

[0296] The plurality of parts (e.g., 3211 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a second part (e.g., 3216 of FIGS. 1 to 32) that includes a second protrusion (e.g., 3216b of FIGS. 1 to 32) configured to be movably inserted into the first slit (e.g., 3215e of FIGS. 1 to 32) and to be caught by the first catch portion (e.g., 3215f of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0297] The support assembly (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a connecting portion (e.g., 323 of FIGS. 1 to 32) that is fixed to the roller (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and connects the roller (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the support plate (e.g., 321 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0298] The roller (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a frame (e.g., 3222 of FIGS. 1 to 32) around which at least a portion of the flexible display (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is movably wound.

[0299] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a head (e.g., 360 of FIGS. 1 to 32) to which the roller (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is rotatably coupled and fixed to the first housing (e.g., 3011 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0300] The roller (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a shaft (e.g., 3221 of FIGS. 1 to 32) rotatably coupled to the head (e.g., 360 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0301] The roller (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a spring (e.g., 3223 of FIGS. 1 to 32) movably arranged together with the flexible display (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0302] The roller (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a frame (e.g., 3222 of FIGS. 1 to 32) around which at least a portion of the flexible display (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is movably wound.

[0303] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the roller (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may include a rail (e.g., 3222d of FIGS. 1 to 32) protruding from the frame (e.g., 3222 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and extending along the first direction.

[0304] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include an actuator (e.g., 311 of FIGS. 1 to 32) fixed to the first housing (e.g., 3011 of FIGS. 1 to 32), a gear (e.g., 312 of FIGS. 1 to 32) coupled to the actuator (e.g., 311 of FIGS. 1 to 32), and a carrier (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 32) engaged with the gear (312).

[0305] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a sheet (e.g., 350 of FIGS. 1 to 32) disposed between the flexible display (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the support assembly (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0306] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the sheet (e.g., 350 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is adhered to the flexible display (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and at least a portion thereof can be movably wound around the roller (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0307] The sheet (e.g., 350 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first sheet portion (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 32) corresponding to the support plate (e.g., 321 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and having a first degree of elasticity.

[0308] The sheet (e.g., 350 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a second sheet portion (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 32) configured to be wound around the roller (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and having a second elasticity greater than the first elasticity.

[0309] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a support assembly (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 32) including a first support portion (e.g., 321 of FIGS. 1 to 32) configured to support the flexible display (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and a second support portion (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32) around which the flexible display (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is wound.

[0310] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a sheet (e.g., 350 of FIGS. 1 to 32) disposed between the flexible display (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the support assembly (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0311] The sheet (e.g., 350 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first sheet portion (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 32) having a first elasticity, and is disposed between the first support portion (e.g., 321 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the flexible display (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0312] The sheet (e.g., 350 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a second sheet portion (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 32) disposed between the second support portion (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the flexible display (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and having a second elasticity greater than the first elasticity.

[0313] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the second sheet portion (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may be configured to be wound or unwound around the second support portion (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0314] The flexible display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may include a first display portion (e.g., 3021 of FIGS. 1 to 32) that is bonded to the first sheet portion (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0315] The flexible display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may include a second display portion (e.g., 3022 of FIGS. 1 to 32) that is adhered to the second sheet portion (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and movably wrapped around the second support portion (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0316] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the first sheet portion (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the second sheet portion (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may be formed as an integral part.

[0317] A support assembly (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 32 ) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a preceding part (e.g., 3211a of FIGS. 1 to 32 ) configured to move together with the carrier (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 32 ).

[0318] A support assembly (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 32 ) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a trailing part (e.g., 3211b of FIGS. 1 to 32 ) configured to be at least partially hooked to the preceding part (e.g., 3211a of FIGS. 1 to 32 ) and configured to form a gap between the preceding part (e.g., 3211a of FIGS. 1 to 32 ).

[0319] Although the detailed description of this document has described specific embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various modifications are possible without departing from the scope of this document.

[0320] While this disclosure has been described by way of example and example, it should be understood that the specific embodiment is intended to be illustrative and not limiting. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes in form and detail may be made without departing from the overall scope of this disclosure, including the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. In an electronic device (101), 1st Housing (3011); A second housing (3012) arranged to be relatively movable in a first direction or a second direction opposite to the first direction with respect to the first housing (3011); A flexible display (302) that is deformably arranged in the first housing (3011) and the second housing (3012); A carrier (313) movably arranged together with the second housing (3012); and It includes a support assembly (320) configured to support the flexible display (302), The above support assembly (320) is A roller (322) fixedly arranged in the first housing (3011) and winding at least a part of the flexible display (302); and An electronic device (101) including a support plate (321) extending in the first direction from the roller (322), arranged to be movable together with the carrier (313), and configured such that the length in the first direction is variable.

2. In paragraph 1, The length of the above support plate (321) is When the second housing (3012) moves in the first direction with respect to the first housing (3011), it becomes larger, An electronic device that becomes smaller when the second housing (3012) moves in the second direction with respect to the first housing (3011).

3. In either of paragraphs 1 and 2, The above support plate (321) is An electronic device comprising a plurality of parts (3211) movably connected to one another.

4. In paragraph 3, The above multiple parts (3211) are, An electronic device that is spaced apart from each other when the second housing (3012) moves in the first direction with respect to the first housing (3011).

5. In either of paragraphs 3 and 4, The above multiple parts (3211) are, A preceding part (3211a) coupled with the carrier (313) and moving together with the carrier (313); and An electronic device including a following part (3211b) configured to be movable together with the preceding part (3211a).

6. In any one of paragraphs 3 to 5, The above multiple parts (3211) are, A first part (3215) including a first slit (3215e) extending along the first direction and a first catch portion (3215f) forming an end portion of the first slit (3215e); and An electronic device including a second part (3216) including a second protrusion (3216b) configured to be movably inserted into the first slit (3215e) and to be caught by the first catch portion (3215f).

7. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, The above support assembly (320) is An electronic device including a connecting portion (323) fixed to the roller (322) and connecting the roller (322) and the support plate (321).

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 7, The above roller (322) is, An electronic device including a frame (3222) in which at least a portion of the flexible display (302) is movably rolled.

9. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 8, The above roller (322) is rotatably coupled and further includes a head (360) fixed to the first housing (3011), The above roller (322) is, An electronic device including a shaft (3221) rotatably coupled to the head (360).

10. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 9, The above roller (322) is, An electronic device including a spring (3223) movably arranged together with the flexible display (302).

11. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 10, The above roller (322) is, A frame (3222) in which at least a portion of the flexible display (302) is movably rolled; and An electronic device including a rail (3222d) protruding from the frame (3222) and extending along the first direction.

12. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 11, An electronic device further comprising a driving structure (310) including an actuator (311) fixed to the first housing (3011), a gear (312) coupled to the actuator (311), and a carrier (313) engaged with the gear (312).

13. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 12, An electronic device further comprising a sheet (350) positioned between the flexible display (302) and the support assembly (320).

14. In paragraph 13, The above sheet (350) is, An electronic device adhered to the flexible display (302) and at least a portion of which is movably wound around the roller (322).

15. In any one of paragraphs 13 and 14, The above sheet (350) is, A first sheet portion (351) corresponding to the above support plate (321) and having a first elasticity; and An electronic device comprising a second sheet portion (352) configured to be wound around the roller (322) and having a second elasticity greater than the first elasticity.

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