Electronic device comprising sweeper

Abstract

An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may comprise: a housing including a first housing and a second housing that is movably coupled to the first housing; a driving motor for generating driving force for moving the second housing; a pinion gear connected to the driving motor; a rack gear which is disposed in the second housing so as to be at least partially engaged with the pinion gear, and which linearly moves by being linked with the rotational motion of the pinion gear resulting from driving of the driving motor; a frame having at least one portion that surrounds the pinion gear; and a sweeper disposed to be supported by the frame.

Description

Electronic device including a sweeper

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

[0002] An electronic device (e.g., a rollable electronic device) may include a first housing and a second housing movably coupled to the first housing. A flexible display of the electronic device may have an externally visible display area that may expand or contract depending on the movement of the second housing relative to the first housing.

[0003] Movement of the second housing relative to the first housing can be achieved by a rack gear and a pinion gear. For example, the rack gear may move linearly in conjunction with the rotational motion of the pinion gear, and the second housing connected to the rack gear may move in accordance with the linear motion of the rack gear.

[0004] The above information may be provided as background information to aid in understanding the present disclosure. None of the above is claimed to be prior art related to the present disclosure, nor can it be used to determine prior art.

[0005] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a housing, a drive motor, a pinion gear rack gear, a frame, and a sweeper.

[0006] In one embodiment, the housing may include a first housing and a second housing movably coupled to the first housing.

[0007] In one embodiment, the drive motor can generate a driving force for movement of the second housing.

[0008] In one embodiment, the pinion gear may be connected to a drive motor.

[0009] In one embodiment, the rack gear is disposed in the second housing so as to mesh with the pinion gear at least partially, and can move linearly in conjunction with the rotational motion of the pinion gear in response to the driving of the drive motor.

[0010] In one embodiment, the frame may at least partially surround the pinion gear.

[0011] In one embodiment, the sweeper may be positioned to be supported by a frame.

[0012] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a housing, a drive motor, a pinion gear, a rack gear, a connecting gear, and a sweeper.

[0013] In one embodiment, the connecting gear can rotate in conjunction with the pinion gear.

[0014] In one embodiment, the sweeper can be rotated in conjunction with the connecting gear.

[0015] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to one embodiment.

[0016] FIGS. 2A and 2B are diagrams showing an electronic device in a slide-in state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0017] FIGS. 3A and 3B are diagrams showing an electronic device in a slide-out state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0018] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0019] FIGS. 5A, 5B, and 5C are cross-sectional views illustrating an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0020] FIG. 6 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] FIGS. 7A and 7B are diagrams showing a portion of an electronic device in a slide-in state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0022] FIGS. 8A and 8B are diagrams showing a portion of an electronic device in a slide-out state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0023] FIG. 9 is a drawing showing a drive motor and pinion gear according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0024] FIG. 10 is a drawing showing a frame and a sweeper according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0025] FIG. 11 is a drawing showing a frame and a sweeper according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0026] FIG. 12 is a drawing showing a foreign matter capture frame according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0027] FIG. 13 is a drawing showing a gear frame and a foreign matter capturing frame according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0028] FIG. 14 is a drawing showing a rack gear, a sweeper, a gear frame, and a foreign matter collection frame according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0029] FIG. 15 is a drawing showing a connecting gear according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0030] FIG. 16 is a drawing showing a first brush and a second brush according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0031] FIG. 17 is a drawing showing a sweeper shaft and a foreign matter collection frame according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0032] FIG. 18 is a drawing showing a rack gear and a connecting gear according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0033] FIG. 19 is a drawing showing a frame and a sweeper according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0034] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) within a network environment (100), according to one embodiment. Referring to FIG. 1 , in the network environment (100), the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (102) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with at least one of the electronic device (104) or the server (108) via a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (104) via the server (108). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), a memory (130), an input module (150), an audio output module (155), a display module (160), an audio module (170), a sensor module (176), an interface (177), a connection terminal (178), a haptic module (179), a camera module (180), a power management module (188), a battery (189), a communication module (190), a subscriber identification module (196), or an antenna module (197). In 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)).

[0035] The processor (120) may, for example, execute software (e.g., a program (140)) to control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) and perform various data processing or calculations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or calculations, the processor (120) may store commands or data received from other components (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the commands or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store result data in a non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or processor) or a secondary processor (123) (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor) that can operate independently or together therewith. For example, if the electronic device (101) includes a main processor (121) and a secondary processor (123), the secondary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a specified function. The secondary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

[0036] 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.

[0037] 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).

[0038] 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).

[0039] 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).

[0040] 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.

[0041] 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.

[0042] 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).

[0043] 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.

[0044] 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.

[0045] 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).

[0046] 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.

[0047] 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.

[0048] 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).

[0049] 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.

[0050] 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).

[0051] 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.

[0052] 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 at least one selected antenna. In some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).

[0053] In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. In one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent a first side (e.g., a bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high-frequency band (e.g., a mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna) disposed on or adjacent a second side (e.g., a top side or a side side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high-frequency band.

[0054] 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)).

[0055] 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.

[0056] FIGS. 2A and 2B are diagrams illustrating the front and back of an electronic device in a slide-in state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. FIGS. 3A and 3B are diagrams illustrating the front and back of an electronic device in a slide-out state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0057] The electronic device (200) of FIGS. 2A to 3B may refer to the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 or may include at least some of the components of the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1.

[0058] Referring to FIGS. 2A to 3B, the electronic device (200) may include a first housing (210), a second housing (220) slidably coupled from the first housing (210) in a specified direction (e.g., direction ① or direction ②) (e.g., ± y-axis direction), and a rollable display (230) (e.g., flexible display, expandable display, or stretchable display) arranged to be supported by at least a portion of the first housing (210) and the second housing (220). In one embodiment, the second housing (220) may be slidably coupled with the first housing (210) so as to be withdrawn in a first direction (direction ①) or inserted in a second direction (direction ②) opposite to the first direction (direction ①) with respect to the first housing (210). In one embodiment, the electronic device (200) can be changed into a slide-in state (e.g., a retracted state) by accommodating at least a portion of the second housing (220) into at least a portion of the first space (2101) formed by the first housing (210). In one embodiment, the electronic device (200) can be changed into a slide-out state (e.g., a retracted state) by moving at least a portion of the second housing (220) outwardly (e.g., in direction ①) from the first space (2101). In one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a support member (e.g., a bendable member, a bendable support member, a multi-joint hinge module, or a multi-bar assembly) that, in a slide-out state, forms at least partially the same plane as at least a portion of the second housing (220), and, in a slide-in state, is received in a bendable manner into the first space (2101) of the first housing (210).In one embodiment, at least a portion of the rollable display (230) may be arranged in such a way that it is attached to at least a portion of the second housing (220). In one embodiment, at least a portion of the remaining portion of the rollable display (230) may be attached to a support member (240) (e.g., the support member (240) of FIG. 4 ). In one embodiment, at least a portion of the rollable display (230) may be accommodated in a bendable manner into the first space (2101) of the first housing (210) while being supported by the support member (e.g., the support member (240) of FIG. 4) in a slide-in state so that it is not visible from the outside. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the rollable display (230) may be arranged in such a way that it is visible from the outside while being supported by the support member (e.g., the support member (240) of FIG. 4) that forms at least partially the same plane as the second housing (220) in a slide-out state.

[0059] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a first housing (210) including a first side member (211) and a second housing (220) including a second side member (221). In one embodiment, the first side member (211) may include a first side (2111) having a first length along a first direction (e.g., a y-axis direction), a second side (2112) extending from the first side (2111) to have a second length shorter than the first length along a direction substantially perpendicular to the first side (2111) (e.g., an x-axis direction), and a third side (2113) extending from the second side (2112) substantially parallel to the first side (2111) and having the first length. In one embodiment, the first side member (211) may be formed at least partially of a conductive material (e.g., a metal). In some embodiments, the first side member (211) may be formed by combining a conductive member and a non-conductive member (e.g., a polymer). In one embodiment, the first housing (210) may include a first extension member (212) extending from at least a portion of the first side member (211) to at least a portion of the first space (2101). In one embodiment, the first extension member (212) may be formed integrally with the first side member (211). In some embodiments, the first extension member (212) may be formed separately from the first side member (211) and structurally coupled to the first side member (211).

[0060] In one embodiment, the second side member (221) can include a fourth side member (2211) that corresponds at least partially to the first side member (2111) and has a third length, a fifth side member (2212) that extends from the fourth side member (2211) in a direction substantially parallel to the second side member (2112) and has a fourth length that is shorter than the third length, and a sixth side member (2213) that extends from the fifth side member (2212) to correspond to the third side member (2113) and has a third length. In one embodiment, the second side member (221) can be formed at least partially of a conductive member (e.g., a metal). In some embodiments, the second side member (221) can be formed by combining a conductive member and a non-conductive member (e.g., a polymer). In one embodiment, at least a portion of the second side member (221) may include a second extension member (222) that extends to at least a portion of the second space (2201) of the second housing (220). In one embodiment, the second extension member (222) may be formed integrally with the second side member (221). In some embodiments, the second extension member (222) may be formed separately from the second side member (221) and structurally coupled to the second side member (221).

[0061] In one embodiment, the first side (2111) and the fourth side (2211) can be slidably coupled with respect to one another. In one embodiment, the third side (2113) and the sixth side (2213) can be slidably coupled with respect to one another. In one embodiment, in the slide-in state, the fourth side (2211) can be arranged to overlap with the first side (2111) so as to be substantially invisible from the outside. In one embodiment, in the slide-in state, the sixth side (2213) can be arranged to overlap with the third side (2113) so as to be substantially invisible from the outside. In some embodiments, at least a portion of the fourth side (2211) and the sixth side (2213) can be arranged to be at least partially visible from the outside in the slide-in state. In one embodiment, in the slide-in state, the second extension member (222) may be arranged to overlap the first extension member (212) so as to be substantially invisible from the outside. In some embodiments, the second extension member (222) may be arranged to be at least partially visible from the outside in the slide-in state.

[0062] In one embodiment, the first housing (210) may include a first rear cover (213) coupled with at least a portion of the first side member (211). In one embodiment, the first rear cover (213) may be arranged in such a way that it couples with at least a portion of the first extension member (212). In some embodiments, the first rear cover (213) may be formed integrally with the first side member (211). In one embodiment, the first rear cover (213) may be formed of a polymer, a coated or colored glass, a ceramic, a metal (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel (STS), or magnesium), or a combination of at least two of these materials. In some embodiments, the first rear cover (213) may extend to at least a portion of the first side member (211). In some embodiments, the first rear cover (213) may be omitted and at least a portion of the first extension member (212) may be replaced with the first rear cover (213).

[0063] In one embodiment, the second housing (220) may include a second rear cover (223) coupled with at least a portion of the second side member (221). In one embodiment, the second rear cover (223) may be arranged in such a way that it couples with at least a portion of the second extension member (222). In some embodiments, the second rear cover (223) may be formed integrally with the second side member (221). In one embodiment, the second rear cover (223) may be formed of a polymer, a coated or colored glass, a ceramic, a metal (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel (STS), or magnesium), or a combination of at least two of these materials. In some embodiments, the second rear cover (223) may extend to at least a portion of the second side member (221). In some embodiments, the second rear cover (223) may be omitted, and at least a portion of the second extension member (222) may be replaced with the second rear cover (223).

[0064] According to one embodiment, the rollable display (230) may include a first portion (230a) (e.g., a flat portion) that is always visible from the outside, and a second portion (230b) (e.g., a bendable portion or a bending portion) that extends from the first portion (230a) and is accommodated in a manner that is at least partially bent into the first space (2101) of the first housing (210) so as not to be visible from the outside in a slide-in state. In one embodiment, the first portion (230a) may be arranged to be supported by the second housing (220), and the second portion (230b) may be arranged to be at least partially supported by a support member (e.g., the support member (240) of FIG. 4). In one embodiment, the second part (230b) of the rollable display (230) may be arranged to form substantially the same plane as the first part (230a) and be visible from the outside while being supported by a support member (e.g., support member (240) of FIG. 4) when the second housing (220) is in a slide-out state along the first direction (direction ①). In one embodiment, the second part (230b) of the rollable display (230) may be accommodated in a manner of bending into the first space (2101) of the first housing (210) when the second housing (220) is in a slide-in state along the second direction (direction ②) and may be arranged so as not to be visible from the outside. Accordingly, the display area of ​​the rollable display (230) may be varied as the second housing (220) is moved in a sliding manner along a specified direction (e.g., ±y-axis direction) from the first housing (210).

[0065] According to one embodiment, the rollable display (230) may have a variable length in the first direction (direction ①) according to the sliding movement of the second housing (220) that is moved based on the first housing (210). For example, the rollable display (230), in a slide-in state, may have a first display area (e.g., an area corresponding to the first portion (230a)) corresponding to a first length (L1). In one embodiment, the rollable display (230), in a slide-out state, may be expanded to have a second display area (e.g., an area including the first portion (230a) and the second portion (230b)) that corresponds to a third length (L3) that is longer than the first length (L1) and is larger than the first display area according to the sliding movement of the second housing (220) that is additionally moved by a second length (L2) based on the first housing (210).

[0066] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include at least one of an input device (e.g., a microphone (203-1)), an audio output device (e.g., a call receiver (206) and / or a speaker (207)), a sensor module (204, 217), a camera module (e.g., a first camera module (205) or a second camera module (216)), a connector port (208), a key input device (219), or an indicator (not shown) disposed in a second space (2201) of a second housing (220). In one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include another input device (e.g., a microphone (203)) disposed in the first housing (210). In some embodiments, the electronic device (200) may be configured such that at least one of the above-described components is omitted, or other components are additionally included. In some embodiments, at least one of the above-described components may be arranged in the first space (2101) of the first housing (210).

[0067] In one embodiment, the input device may include a microphone (203-1). In some embodiments, the input device (e.g., microphone (203-1)) may include a plurality of microphones arranged to detect the direction of sound. The audio output device may include, for example, a call receiver (206) and a speaker (207). In one embodiment, the speaker (207) may be in contact with the outside through at least one speaker hole formed in the second housing (220) at a position that is always exposed to the outside (e.g., fifth side (2212)), regardless of the slide-in / slide-out state. In one embodiment, the connector port (208) may be in contact with the outside through a connector port hole formed in the second housing (220) in the slide-out state. In some embodiments, the connector port (208) may be in contact with the outside through an opening formed in the first housing (210) in the slide-in state and formed to correspond with the connector port hole. In some embodiments, the call receiver (206) may include an operative speaker (e.g., a piezo speaker) without a separate speaker hole.

[0068] According to one embodiment, the sensor module (204, 217) may generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to an internal operating state of the electronic device (200) or an external environmental state. In one embodiment, the sensor module (204, 217) may include, for example, a first sensor module (204) (e.g., a proximity sensor or an illuminance sensor) disposed on the front of the electronic device (200) and / or a second sensor module (217) (e.g., a heart rate monitoring (HRM) sensor) disposed on the rear of the electronic device (200). In one embodiment, the first sensor module (204) may be disposed on the front of the electronic device (200), below the rollable display (230). In one embodiment, the first sensor module (204) and / or the second sensor module (217) may include at least one of a proximity sensor, an ambient light sensor, a time of flight (TOF) sensor, an ultrasonic sensor, a fingerprint recognition sensor, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an infrared (IR) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, or a humidity sensor.

[0069] In one embodiment, the camera module may include a first camera module (205) disposed on the front of the electronic device (200) and a second camera module (216) disposed on the rear of the electronic device (200). In one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may also include a flash (not shown) positioned near the second camera module (216). In one embodiment, the camera modules (205, 216) may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, and / or an image signal processor. In one embodiment, the first camera module (205) may be disposed under the rollable display (230) and configured to capture an object through a portion of an active area (e.g., a display area) of the rollable display (230).

[0070] According to one embodiment, among the camera modules, the first camera module (205) and among the sensor modules (204, 217), some of the sensor modules (204) may be arranged to detect the external environment through the rollable display (230). For example, the first camera module (205) or some of the sensor modules (204) may be arranged in the second space (2201) of the second housing (220) so as to be in contact with the external environment through a transparent area or a perforated opening formed in the rollable display (230). In one embodiment, an area of ​​the rollable display (230) facing the first camera module (205) may be formed as a transparent area having a designated transmittance as part of an active area for displaying content. In one embodiment, the transparent area may be formed to have a transmittance in a range of about 5% to about 20%. This transparent area may include an area overlapping with the effective area (e.g., field of view area) of the first camera module (205) through which light passes to be imaged by the image sensor to create an image. For example, the transparent area of ​​the rollable display (230) may include an area with a lower pixel arrangement density and / or wiring density than the surrounding area. For example, the transparent area may be replaced with the opening described above. For example, some camera modules (205) may include an under display camera (UDC). In some embodiments, some sensor modules (204) may be arranged to perform their functions without being visually exposed through the rollable display (230) in the second space (2201) of the second housing (220).

[0071] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include at least one antenna element (e.g., the antenna element (224b) of FIG. 4) electrically connected to a wireless communication circuit (e.g., the wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1) disposed in an internal space (e.g., the second space (2201) of the second housing (220)). In one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may also include a bezel antenna (A) disposed through at least a portion of a conductive first side member (211) of the first housing (210). For example, the bezel antenna (A) may include a conductive portion (227) (e.g., a conductive member) disposed through at least a portion of a second side (2112) and a third side (2113) of the first side member (211) and electrically segmented through at least one segment (2271, 2272) formed of a non-conductive material (e.g., a polymer). In one embodiment, the wireless communication circuit (e.g., the wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1) may be configured to transmit or receive a wireless signal in at least one frequency band (e.g., about 600 MHz to 9000 MHz) (e.g., a legacy band or an NR band) designated through the conductive portion (227). In one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a side cover (2112a) disposed on the second side (2112) to cover at least a portion of at least one segment (2271). In some embodiments, the bezel antenna (A) may be disposed on at least one of the first side (2111), the second side (2112), or the third side (2113). In some embodiments, the bezel antenna (A) may be disposed on at least one of the fourth side (2211), the fifth side (2212), or the sixth side (2213) of the second housing (220).In some embodiments, the electronic device (200) may further include at least one antenna module (e.g., a mmWave antenna module or a mmWave antenna structure) disposed in an internal space (e.g., the first space (2101) or the second space (2201)) and arranged to transmit or receive a wireless signal in a frequency band ranging from about 3 GHz to 100 GHz via another wireless communication circuit (e.g., the wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1).

[0072] According to one embodiment, the slide-in / slide-out operation of the electronic device (200) can be performed automatically. For example, the slide-in / slide-out operation of the electronic device (200) can be performed through gear engagement between a drive motor (e.g., drive motor (260) of FIG. 4) including a pinion gear (e.g., pinion gear (261) of FIG. 4) disposed in a first space (2101) of a first housing (210) and a rack gear (e.g., rack gear (2221) of FIG. 4) disposed in a second space (2201) of a second housing (220) and gear-coupled with the pinion gear (261). In some embodiments, a drive motor (260) including a pinion gear (261) may be disposed in a second space (2201) of a second housing (220), and a rack gear (2221) coupled with the pinion gear (261) may be disposed in a first space (2101) of a first housing (210). For example, a processor of the electronic device (200) (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1) may operate a drive motor (e.g., the drive motor (260) of FIG. 4) disposed inside the electronic device (200) when detecting a triggering signal for changing from a slide-in state to a slide-out state or from a slide-out state to a slide-in state. In one embodiment, the triggering signal may include a signal according to selection (e.g., touch) of an object displayed on the rollable display (230) or a signal according to operation of a physical button (e.g., a key button) included in the electronic device (200). In some embodiments, the slide-in / slide-out operation of the electronic device (200) may be performed manually through user operation.

[0073] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) has a structure in which the second housing (220) slides in and / or out relative to the first housing (210) along the longitudinal direction (e.g., vertical direction) (e.g., ± y-axis direction) of the electronic device (200), but is not limited thereto. For example, the electronic device (200) may have a structure in which the second housing (220) slides in and / or out relative to the first housing (210) along the width direction (e.g., horizontal direction) (e.g., ± x-axis direction) perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the electronic device (200). In some embodiments, the electronic device (200) may be formed such that the length of the second side (2112) of the first housing (210) is longer than the length of the first side (2111). In this case, the length of the fifth side (2212) of the second housing (220) can also be formed to be longer than the length of the fourth side (2211).

[0074] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0075] In describing the electronic device (200) of FIG. 4, the same symbols are given to components that are substantially the same as those of the electronic devices (200) of FIGS. 2A to 3B, and a detailed description thereof may be omitted.

[0076] Referring to FIG. 4, the electronic device (200) may include a first housing (210) including a first space (2101), a second housing (220) slidably coupled from the first housing (210) and including a second space (2201), a support member (240) fixed to at least a portion of the second housing (220) and at least partially bendably received into the first space (2101) according to a slide-in operation, a rollable display (230) arranged to be supported by at least a portion of the support member (240) and the second housing (220), and a drive module (e.g., a drive mechanism) that drives the second housing (220) from the first housing (210) in a slide-in direction (e.g., in the -y-axis direction) and / or a slide-out direction (e.g., in the y-axis direction). In one embodiment, the first housing (210) may include a first side member (211) and a first rear cover (213) coupled with at least a portion of the first side member (211) (e.g., at least a portion of the first extension member (212)). In one embodiment, the second housing (220) may include a second side member (221) and a second rear cover (223) coupled with at least a portion of the second side member (221) (e.g., at least a portion of the second extension member (222)). In one embodiment, the drive module may be disposed in the first space (2101) and include a drive motor (260) including a pinion gear (261) and a rack gear (2221) arranged in gear engagement with the pinion gear (261) in the second space (2201). In one embodiment, the drive module may further include a reduction module (e.g., a reduction gear assembly) arranged to reduce the rotational speed and increase the driving force by being coupled with the drive motor (260). In one embodiment, the drive motor (260) may be arranged to be supported by a motor bracket (260a) (e.g., frame (430) of FIG. 10, frame (530) of FIG. 11) arranged in a support bracket (225) arranged in a first space (2101) of the first housing (210).In one embodiment, the drive motor (260) may be fixed to an end (e.g., an edge) of the support bracket (225) in the slide-out direction (e.g., in the y-axis direction) in the first space (2101). In one embodiment, the rack gear (2221) may be arranged in a manner fixed to the second extension member (222) of the second housing (220). In some embodiments, the rack gear (2221) may be integrally formed by injection molding into at least a portion of the second extension member (222). In one embodiment, the rack gear (2221) may be arranged to have a length in a direction parallel to the sliding direction (e.g., ± the y-axis direction). Accordingly, when the electronic device (200) is assembled, the pinion gear (261) can maintain a state of gear engagement with the rack gear (2221), and the pinion gear (261) provided with the driving force of the driving motor (260) moves along the rack gear (2221), so that the second housing (220) can move relative to the first housing (210). In one embodiment, the sliding distance of the second housing (220) can be determined by the length of the rack gear (2221).

[0077] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a plurality of electronic components arranged in a second space (2201). In one embodiment, the plurality of electronic components may include a first substrate (251) (e.g., a main substrate), a camera module (216), a speaker (207), a connector port (208), and a microphone (203-1) arranged around the first substrate (251). In one embodiment, the plurality of electronic components may be arranged around the first substrate (251) in the second space (2201) of the second housing (220), thereby enabling efficient electrical connection. In some embodiments, at least one of the plurality of electronic components described above may be arranged in the first space (2101) of the first housing (210).

[0078] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a rear bracket (224) disposed between a second extension member (222) and a second rear cover (223) in a second housing (220). In one embodiment, the rear bracket (224) may be disposed to cover at least a portion of a plurality of electronic components. In one embodiment, the rear bracket (224) may be structurally coupled to at least a portion of the second extension member (222). In some embodiments, the rear bracket (224) may be omitted. In one embodiment, the rear bracket (224) may be disposed to cover a plurality of electronic components and support the second rear cover (223). In one embodiment, the rear bracket (224) may include an opening (224a) (e.g., a through hole) or a notch area (224c) (e.g., a cut portion) formed in an area corresponding to a camera module (216) and / or a sensor module (e.g., a sensor module (217) of FIG. 3B). In one embodiment, the rear bracket (224) may include at least one antenna element (224b). In one embodiment, the at least one antenna element (224b) may be disposed on an outer surface when the rear bracket (224) is formed as an injection-molded article of a dielectric material (e.g., an antenna carrier). In one embodiment, the at least one antenna element (224b) may include a laser direct structuring (LDS) antenna pattern formed on an outer surface of the rear bracket (224). In some embodiments, at least one antenna element (224b) may include a conductive plate attached to the outer surface of the rear bracket (224), a conductive paint formed on the outer surface, or a conductive pattern. In some embodiments, at least one antenna element (224b) may be disposed in a manner that is built into the rear bracket (224) during injection molding.In one embodiment, at least one antenna element (224b) 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 substrate (251). In one embodiment, the camera module (216) and / or the sensor module (217) may be disposed to detect the external environment through the opening (224a) or the notch area (224a). In one embodiment, the second rear cover (223) may be processed to be transparent in at least an area corresponding to the camera module (216) and / or the sensor module (217). In some embodiments, the second rear cover (223) may include a through hole formed in at least an area corresponding to the camera module (216) and / or the sensor module (217). In this case, the through hole may be covered by a transparent window. In some embodiments, the camera module (216) and / or the sensor module (217) may be configured to operate only when the electronic device (200) is in a slide-out state.

[0079] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a support bracket (225) disposed in a first space (2101) of a first housing (210). In one embodiment, the support bracket (225) may include a support portion (2252) having a curved outer surface to support a back surface of a support member (240) that is disposed at one end and is bent during a sliding operation transitioning from a slide-out state to a slide-in state. In one embodiment, the support bracket (225) may include a support structure for supporting and fixing a drive motor (260) via a motor bracket (260a). In one embodiment, the support bracket (225) may include a battery mounting portion (2251) for accommodating a battery. In one embodiment, the drive motor (260) may be disposed at the farthest end (e.g., an edge) of the support bracket (225) in the slide-out direction (e.g., the y-axis direction). For example, when the assembly of the electronic device (200) is completed, the drive motor (260) may be arranged at a position closest to the first substrate (251) among the electronic components arranged in the first housing (210), thereby helping to minimize the size and / or length of the flexible substrate (F1) (e.g., flexible printed circuit board (FPCB)) that electrically connects the first substrate (251) and the drive motor (260). In one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a pair of guide rails (226) arranged on both sides of the support bracket (225) to guide both ends of the support member (240) in the sliding direction.

[0080] According to one embodiment, the first housing (210) may include an opening (212a) (e.g., a through hole) disposed in an area corresponding to a camera module (216) and / or a sensor module (217) disposed in the second housing (220) when the electronic device (200) is in a slide-in state in the first extension member (212). In one embodiment, the camera module (216) and / or the sensor module (217) may detect an external environment through the opening (212a) formed in the first housing (210) when the electronic device (200) is in a slide-in state. In some embodiments, the area corresponding to the camera module (216) and / or the sensor module (217) of the first rear cover (213) may be processed to be transparent.

[0081] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a second substrate (252) (e.g., a sub-substrate) and an antenna member (253) disposed between a first extension member (212) and a first rear cover (213) in a first housing (210). In one embodiment, the second substrate (252) and the antenna member (253) may be disposed on at least a portion of the first extension member (212). In one embodiment, the second substrate (252) and the antenna member (253) may be electrically connected to the first substrate (251) via at least one electrical connection member (e.g., FPCB, flexible printed circuit board or FRC, flexible RF cable). In one embodiment, the antenna member (253) may include a multi-function coil (MFC) or multi-function core (MFC) antenna for performing a wireless charging function, a neat field communication (NFC) function, and / or an electronic payment function. In some embodiments, the antenna member (253) may be electrically connected to the second substrate (252), thereby being electrically connected to the first substrate (251) through the second substrate (252). In some embodiments, the second substrate (252) and / or the antenna member (253) may be electrically connected to the first substrate (251) through at least a portion of a flexible substrate (F1) connecting the drive motor (260) and the first substrate (251).

[0082] According to one embodiment, the support member (240) may be guided by a guide rail (226) during a slide-in / slide-out operation. In one embodiment, the support member (240) may include a plurality of multi-bars (241) that are rotatably coupled with respect to each other and guide protrusions (2411) that are protruded at both ends of each of the multi-bars (241). In one embodiment, the guide rail (226) may include a guide slit (2261) that is formed at a position corresponding to a movement trajectory of the support member (240). In one embodiment, when the support member (240) that is fixed in a manner of being attached to the back surface of the rollable display (230) is movably coupled with the guide rail (226), the guide protrusions (2411) move along the guide slits (2611), thereby helping to reduce the phenomenon of the rollable display (230) being detached or deformed during operation.

[0083] FIG. 5A is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device taken along line 5A-5A of FIG. 2A according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 5B is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device in an intermediate state according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 5C is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device taken along line 5C-5C of FIG. 3A according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0084] In describing the electronic device (200) of FIGS. 5A to 5C, the same reference numerals are given to components that are substantially the same as those of the electronic device (200) of FIG. 4, and a detailed description thereof may be omitted.

[0085] Referring to FIGS. 5A to 5C, the electronic device (200) may include a first housing (210) having a first space (2101), a second housing (220) having a second space (2201), a support member (240) connected to the second housing (220) and at least partially accommodated in the first space (2101) in a slide-in state, a rollable display (230) arranged to be supported by at least a portion of the support member (240) and at least a portion of the second housing (220), and a drive motor (260) arranged in the first space (2101) and including a pinion gear (e.g., a pinion gear (261) of FIG. 4) gear-coupled with a rack gear (e.g., a rack gear (2221) of FIG. 4) of the second space (2201). In one embodiment, the drive motor (260) can automatically move the second housing (220) in a slide-in direction (② direction) or a slide-out direction (① direction) with respect to the second housing (220) through gear engagement of a pinion gear (e.g., pinion gear (261) of FIG. 4) and a rack gear (2221) (e.g., rack gear (2221) of FIG. 4).

[0086] According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the second housing (220) may be accommodated in the first space (2101) of the first housing (210) in the slide-in state of the electronic device (200) (state of FIG. 5a). In one embodiment, at least a portion of the rollable display (230) may be accommodated in a manner of being bent into the first space (2101) together with the support member (240), thereby being arranged so as not to be visible from the outside. In this case, the rollable display (230) may have a first display area (e.g., a display area corresponding to the first portion (230a) of FIG. 3a) exposed to the outside.

[0087] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) can transition from an intermediate state (state of FIG. 5b) to a slide-out state (state of FIG. 5c) by controlling the driving of the drive motor (260). In some embodiments, the electronic device (200) can be set to stop in a designated intermediate state between the slide-in state and the slide-out state (free stop function). In some embodiments, the electronic device (200) can transition 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 drive motor (260).

[0088] According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the second housing (220) may be transitioned to a slide-out state in which it is moved outwardly from the first housing (210) at least partially along the first direction (direction ①) by driving the drive motor (260). In one embodiment, the rollable display (230) may be supported by the support bracket (225) in the slide-out state of the electronic device (200) (state of FIG. 5c) and may be moved together with the support member (240) so that a portion that has slid into the first space (2101) may be exposed so that it is at least partially visible to the outside. In this case, the rollable display (230) may have a second display area that is expanded beyond the first display area (e.g., a display area including the first portion (230a) and the second portion (230b) of FIG. 3a) exposed to the outside.

[0089] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a battery (B) arranged through a battery mounting portion (2251) of a support bracket (225) fixed to a first space (2101) of a first housing (210). In one embodiment, since the battery (B) is arranged in the first housing (210), a separate driving gap may not be required to avoid interference with surrounding structures due to movement. Accordingly, the battery (B) may be expanded in thickness from the battery mounting portion (2251) of the support bracket (225) in a manner that it comes into close proximity to or comes into contact with the back surface of the support member (240), thereby relatively increasing the battery volume and supporting the moving support member (240), thereby reducing the sagging phenomenon of the rollable display (230) and helping to improve operational reliability.

[0090] FIG. 6 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device (300) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0091] The electronic device (300) of FIG. 6 may refer to the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 or may include at least some of the components of the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1.

[0092] The electronic device (300) of FIG. 6 refers to the electronic device (200) of FIGS. 2a to 5b, or

[0093] It may include at least some of the components of the electronic device (200) of FIGS. 2A to 5B.

[0094] In describing an electronic device (300) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the width direction of the electronic device (300) may mean the X-axis direction, and the length direction of the electronic device (300) may mean the Y-axis direction. The height direction of the electronic device (300) may mean the Z-axis direction.

[0095] An electronic device (300) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a flexible display (305), a support member (307), a first housing (310), a second housing (320), a support bracket (330), a rack gear (340), a drive motor (350), a pinion gear (370, see FIG. 9) and / or a gear frame (360).

[0096] The flexible display (305) illustrated in FIG. 6 may refer to the flexible display (230) illustrated in FIG. 4 or may include at least a portion of the flexible display (230).

[0097] In one embodiment, the flexible display (305) may be an area responsible for input and output of the electronic device (300).

[0098] In one embodiment, the flexible display (305) is bendable at least in part.

[0099] In one embodiment, the flexible display (305) can have a display area that is visible to the outside increase or decrease in size depending on the movement of the second housing (320) relative to the first housing (310).

[0100] In one embodiment, the flexible display (305) may be arranged so that at least a portion of it is supported by the first housing (310) and the second housing (320).

[0101] In one embodiment, the support member (307) may include a multi-bar assembly for supporting the flexible display (305). The support member (307) includes a plurality of bars and may be attached to the flexible display (305) using an adhesive. One side and the other side of the support member (307) may be connected to a guide rail (226, see FIG. 4).

[0102] The first housing (310) illustrated in FIG. 6 may refer to the first housing (210) illustrated in FIG. 4, or may include at least a portion of the first housing (210).

[0103] In one embodiment, the first housing (310) may be a component that forms the exterior of the electronic device (300).

[0104] In one embodiment, a flexible display (305) may be disposed in at least a portion of a first housing (310). The first housing (310) may support the flexible display (305). A battery (e.g., battery (B) of FIG. 4) and a printed circuit board (e.g., board (252) of FIG. 4) may be disposed in at least a portion of the first housing (310).

[0105] In one embodiment, the first housing (310) may be an area that a user of the electronic device (300) grasps.

[0106] In one embodiment, the support bracket (330) may be positioned inside the first housing (310).

[0107] In one embodiment, the second housing (320) supports a flexible display (305), and components of an electronic device (300), such as a printed circuit board, can be placed therein.

[0108] In one embodiment, the relative positions of the support bracket (330) and the second housing (320) can be changed as the second housing (320) slides relative to the first housing (310).

[0109] The rack gear (340) illustrated in FIG. 6 may refer to the rack gear (2221) illustrated in FIG. 4, or may include at least a portion of the rack gear (2221).

[0110] In one embodiment, a rack gear (340) may be disposed in the second housing (320). The rack gear (340) may mesh with a pinion gear (370, see FIG. 9) at least partially and may slide in the longitudinal direction (e.g., Y-axis direction) of the electronic device (300).

[0111] The driving motor (350) illustrated in FIG. 6 may refer to the driving motor (260) illustrated in FIG. 4, or may include at least a part of the driving motor (260).

[0112] In one embodiment, the drive motor (350) may be disposed in the first housing (310) or the second housing (320). For example, in one embodiment, the drive motor (350) may be disposed in a support bracket (330) disposed inside the first housing (310). In some embodiments, the drive motor (350) may be disposed in at least a portion of the second housing (320).

[0113] In one embodiment, the drive motor (350) can generate rotational force. The rotational force generated by the drive motor (350) can be transmitted to the pinion gear (370, see FIG. 9).

[0114] In one embodiment, a pinion gear (370, see FIG. 9) may be connected to at least a portion of a drive motor (350).

[0115] In one embodiment, the gear frame (360) may be arranged so as to at least partially surround the pinion gear (370, see FIG. 9). The gear frame (360) may serve to protect the pinion gear (370, see FIG. 9).

[0116] In one embodiment, the pinion gear (370, see FIG. 9) can be rotated by receiving rotational force generated from the drive motor (350).

[0117] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the pinion gear (370, see FIG. 9) may be disposed on the rack gear (340). For example, a portion of the pinion gear (370, see FIG. 9) may be disposed to mesh with the rack gear (340).

[0118] In one embodiment, the rack gear (340) and the drive motor (350) may be positioned at different locations. For example, when the rack gear (340) is positioned in the moving part (e.g., the second housing (320)), the drive motor (350) may be positioned in the fixed part (e.g., the first housing (310)). When the rack gear (340) is positioned in the fixed part (e.g., the first housing (310)), the drive motor (350) may be positioned in the moving part (e.g., the second housing (320)).

[0119] In one embodiment, the rack gear (340) may be disposed in the second housing (320), and the drive motor (350), pinion gear (370), and gear frame (360) may be disposed in the support bracket (330). When the drive motor (350), pinion gear (370), and gear frame (360) are disposed in the support bracket (330), the rack gear (340) may be moved relative to the first housing (310) as well as the second housing (320).

[0120] In one embodiment, the rack gear (340) may be disposed on the support bracket (330), and the drive motor (350), pinion gear (370), and gear frame (360) may be disposed on the second housing (320). When the rack gear (340) is disposed on the support bracket (330), the drive motor (350), pinion gear (370), and gear frame (360) may be moved relative to the first housing (310) as well as the second housing (320).

[0121] FIGS. 7A and 7B are diagrams showing a portion of an electronic device (300) in a slide-in state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0122] FIG. 7A is a drawing showing the rear side (e.g., the side facing the negative z-axis direction) of a portion of an electronic device (300) in a slide-in state according to the present embodiment.

[0123] FIG. 7b is a drawing showing the front side (e.g., the side facing the positive z-axis direction) of a portion of an electronic device (300) in a slide-in state according to one embodiment.

[0124] Referring to FIG. 7A, a drive motor (350) may be disposed on at least a portion of the support bracket (330). In one embodiment, the support bracket (330) may include a structure in which an electronic component (e.g., the drive motor (350)) may be disposed therein. For example, referring to FIG. 7A, the support bracket (330) may include a mounting portion (331) on at least a portion. The drive motor (350) may be disposed on the mounting portion (331) of the support bracket (330).

[0125] Referring to FIGS. 7A and 7B , a flexible display (305) may be arranged on at least a portion of the support bracket (330). For example, the flexible display (305) may be arranged to surround one surface of the support bracket (330) (e.g., a surface facing the negative Z-axis direction), the other surface of the support bracket (330) (e.g., a surface facing the positive Z-axis direction), and one side of the support bracket (330) (e.g., a side facing the negative Y-axis direction).

[0126] Referring to FIGS. 7A and 7B, in the slide-in state of the electronic device (300), at least a portion of the support bracket (330) may be placed in the second housing (320).

[0127] FIGS. 8A and 8B are diagrams showing a portion of an electronic device (300) in a slide-out state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0128] FIG. 8A is a drawing showing the rear side (e.g., the side facing the negative Z-axis direction) of a portion of an electronic device (300) in a slide-out state according to one embodiment.

[0129] FIG. 8b is a drawing showing the front side (e.g., the side facing the positive Z-axis direction) of a portion of an electronic device (300) in a slide-out state according to one embodiment.

[0130] Referring to FIGS. 8A and 8B, the first housing (310) can be slidably moved in the longitudinal direction (e.g., Y-axis direction) of the electronic device (300).

[0131] Referring to FIG. 8A, the rack gear (340) may be disposed on at least a portion of the second housing (320). For example, the rack gear (340) may be disposed on one side of one surface of the second housing (320) (e.g., the surface facing the negative z-axis direction).

[0132] In one embodiment, a gear frame (360) surrounding a pinion gear (370, see FIG. 9) and a pinion gear (370, see FIG. 9) may be positioned on one face of the rack gear (340) (e.g., the face facing the negative z-axis direction).

[0133] In one embodiment, when the second housing (320) is slidably moved relative to the first housing (310), the rack gear (340) may be moved together with the second housing (320). As the rack gear (340) is moved, the relative positions of the rack gear (340) and the pinion gear (370, see FIG. 9) may change.

[0134] In one embodiment, the rack gear (340) can move linearly in the longitudinal direction (e.g., Y-axis direction) of the electronic device (300) in conjunction with the rotational motion of the pinion gear (370, see FIG. 9).

[0135] Referring to FIG. 8b, the display area of ​​the flexible display (305) can be expanded as the second housing (320) moves away from the first housing (310).

[0136] FIG. 9 is a drawing showing a drive motor (350) and a pinion gear (370) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0137] In one embodiment, the drive motor (350) can generate rotational force. The rotational force generated by the drive motor (350) can be transmitted to the pinion gear (370).

[0138] In one embodiment, the pinion gear (370) can be rotated by receiving rotational force from the drive motor (350).

[0139] In one embodiment, the pinion gear (370) can mesh with at least a portion of the rack gear (340, see FIG. 8A). Since at least a portion of the pinion gear (370) and the rack gear (340, see FIG. 8A) mesh, the rack gear (340, see FIG. 8A) can move linearly in conjunction with the rotational motion of the pinion gear (370).

[0140] In one embodiment, the pinion gear (370) may be surrounded by a gear frame (360).

[0141] In one embodiment, the gear frame (360) may be arranged so as to at least partially surround the pinion gear (370).

[0142] In one embodiment, the gear frame (360) may be coupled to the end of the motor (350). In one embodiment, the gear frame (360) may be a motor frame located at the end of the motor (350).

[0143] In one embodiment, the gear frame (360) can support a pinion gear shaft (355).

[0144] In one embodiment, the gear frame (360) may have support bearings (381, 382) arranged at least partially thereon. The support bearings (381, 382) are coupled to the pinion gear shaft (355) and may facilitate rotation of the pinion gear shaft (355) and the pinion gear (370).

[0145] In one embodiment, the support bearings (381, 382) may include a first support bearing (381) and / or a second support bearing (382). The first support bearing (381) may be arranged on one side of the gear frame (360), and the second support bearing (382) may be arranged on the other side of the gear frame (360).

[0146] In one embodiment, the gear frame (360) may protect the pinion gear (370) and serve to prevent or reduce external impact on the pinion gear (370).

[0147] In one embodiment, the gear frame (360) may include a coupling area (366) for fixing the position of the gear frame (360).

[0148] In one embodiment, a coupling member (538, see FIG. 11) is coupled to a coupling area (366) of a gear frame (360), such that the gear frame (360) can be secured to another configuration of an electronic device (300, see FIG. 6).

[0149] FIG. 10 is a drawing showing a frame (430) and a sweeper (440) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0150] In one embodiment, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device (200) of FIG. 4, electronic device (300) of FIG. 6) may include a rack gear (410), a pinion gear (420), a frame (430), a sweeper (440), and / or a connecting member (450) as illustrated in FIG. 10.

[0151] In one embodiment, the rack gear (410) may refer to the rack gear (340) of FIG. 6, or may include at least a portion of the rack gear (340).

[0152] In one embodiment, the pinion gear (420) may refer to the pinion gear (370) of FIG. 9, or may include at least a portion of the pinion gear (370).

[0153] In one embodiment, the frame (430) may refer to a structure (e.g., a motor bracket, a motor housing) that supports or surrounds at least a portion of the drive motor (350, see FIG. 9), or may include a structure (e.g., a motor bracket, a motor housing) that supports or surrounds at least a portion of the drive motor (350, see FIG. 9). For example, in one embodiment, the frame (430) may include a motor bracket that supports at least a portion of the drive motor (350, see FIG. 9). In one embodiment, the frame (430) may include a motor housing that surrounds at least a portion of the drive motor (350, see FIG. 9).

[0154] In one embodiment, the frame (430) may be arranged to surround the pinion gear (420). In one embodiment, the frame (430) may be a gear frame that protects the pinion gear (420).

[0155] In one embodiment, the sweeper (440) may include a brush (441) and / or a body (442).

[0156] In one embodiment, the pinion gear (420) and the sweeper (440) may be connected via a connecting portion (450). The connecting portion (450) may include, for example, a bevel gear (e.g., connecting gear (560) of FIG. 13) and / or a shaft (e.g., sweeper shaft (541) of FIG. 13) connecting the pinion gear (420) and the sweeper (440).

[0157] In one embodiment, the connecting portion (450) may be arranged so that at least a portion of it is supported by the frame (430). The sweeper (440) may be arranged so that it is indirectly supported by the frame (430) through the connecting portion (450).

[0158] In one embodiment, the pinion gear (420) can rotate. In one embodiment, the connecting member (450) can rotate in conjunction with the pinion gear (420).

[0159] In one embodiment, a sweeper (440) may be coupled to the end of the connecting portion (450).

[0160] In one embodiment, the sweeper (440) can rotate in accordance with the rotation of the connecting member (450).

[0161] In one embodiment, the brush (441) of the sweeper (440) may be coupled to the body (442) of the sweeper (440).

[0162] In one embodiment, the body (442) of the sweeper (440) can be removably coupled to the connecting portion (450).

[0163] In one embodiment, the rack gear (410) may include an engagement region (411) that meshes at least partially with the pinion gear (420).

[0164] In one embodiment, the rack gear (410) may be caused to move in a linear manner in conjunction with the rotational motion of the pinion gear (420). For example, the rack gear (410) may be caused to move in the positive Y-axis direction or the negative Y-axis direction in conjunction with the rotational motion of the pinion gear (420).

[0165] In one embodiment, the brush (441) may be in contact with at least a portion of the rack gear (410). For example, the positive Z-axis-oriented end of the brush (441) may be in contact with at least a portion of the rack gear (410).

[0166] In one embodiment, the brush (441) may serve to remove foreign matter disposed on the rack gear (410). For example, when the rack gear (410) moves, the brush (441) may come into contact with at least a portion of the rack gear (410) to push the foreign matter disposed on the rack gear (410) out of the rack gear (410). The foreign matter disposed on the rack gear (410) may be removed, and the resistance between the rack gear (410) and the pinion gear (420) may be reduced.

[0167] In one embodiment, the brush (441) rotates in accordance with the rotation of the connecting portion (450) and can push foreign matter placed on the rack gear (410) out of the rack gear (410).

[0168] FIG. 11 is a drawing showing a frame (530) and a sweeper (540) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0169] In one embodiment, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device (200) of FIG. 4, electronic device (300) of FIG. 6) may include a rack gear (510), a pinion gear (520, see FIG. 13), a frame (530), a sweeper (540), and / or a drive motor (550) as illustrated in FIG. 11.

[0170] In one embodiment, the rack gear (510) may refer to the rack gear (340) of FIG. 6, or may include at least a portion of the rack gear (340).

[0171] In one embodiment, the drive motor (550) may refer to the drive motor (350) of FIG. 6 or may include at least a portion of the drive motor (350).

[0172] In one embodiment, the frame (530) can be secured to at least a portion of an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (300) of FIG. 6). For example, the frame (530) can be secured to a portion (e.g., the support bracket (330) of FIG. 6) of the electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (300) of FIG. 6) using a joining member (538). The joining member (538) can be joined to a joining area (536) formed in the frame (530).

[0173] In one embodiment, the frame (530) may refer to a structure (e.g., a motor bracket, a motor housing) that supports or surrounds at least a portion of the drive motor (550), or may include a structure (e.g., a motor bracket, a motor housing) that supports or surrounds at least a portion of the drive motor (550). For example, in one embodiment, the frame (530) may include a motor bracket that supports at least a portion of the drive motor (550). In one embodiment, the frame (530) may include a motor housing that surrounds at least a portion of the drive motor (550).

[0174] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the frame (530) may be arranged to surround the pinion gear (520, see FIG. 13).

[0175] In one embodiment, the drive motor (550) can transmit rotational force to a pinion gear (520, see FIG. 13). The pinion gear (520, see FIG. 13) can receive rotational force from the drive motor (550) and perform rotational motion.

[0176] In one embodiment, the sweeper (540) may include a sweeper shaft (541) and / or a brush (542).

[0177] In one embodiment, the sweeper shaft (541) can be rotated in conjunction with a pinion gear (520, see FIG. 13).

[0178] In one embodiment, a brush (542) may be coupled to the end of the sweeper shaft (541). The brush (542) may rotate in accordance with the rotation of the sweeper shaft (541).

[0179] In one embodiment, the brush (542) may be formed of a fibrous material (e.g., nylon, carbon fiber, glass fiber, natural fiber), a polymeric material (e.g., rubber, silicone), a metallic material (e.g., wire), and / or a natural material (e.g., hair).

[0180] In one embodiment, the sweeper (540) may be arranged to be supported by the frame (530). For example, the sweeper shaft (541) of the sweeper (540) may be supported by the frame (530). For example, the brush (542) of the sweeper (540) may be arranged to be indirectly supported by the frame (530) via the sweeper shaft (541).

[0181] In one embodiment, the sweeper (540) may not include a sweeper shaft (541). For example, the sweeper (540) according to one embodiment may only include a component for removing foreign matter (e.g., a brush (542)) and may be a separate component distinct from the sweeper shaft (541). In this case, the sweeper (540) may be arranged to be indirectly supported by the frame (530) via the sweeper shaft (541).

[0182] In one embodiment, the rack gear (510) may be formed to extend in one direction (e.g., the Y-axis direction). The rack gear (510) may mesh with a pinion gear (520, see FIG. 13) at least partially.

[0183] In one embodiment, the rack gear (510) can perform linear motion in conjunction with the rotational motion of the pinion gear (520, see FIG. 13).

[0184] In one embodiment, the sweeper (540) may serve to remove foreign matter (fs) disposed on the rack gear (510). The sweeper (540) may rotate and come into contact with at least a portion of the rack gear (510) to move the foreign matter (fs) disposed on the rack gear (510) to the outside of the rack gear (510). For example, the brush (542) may rotate and push the foreign matter (fs) disposed on the rack gear (510) to the outside of the rack gear (510).

[0185] In one embodiment, when the second housing (320, see FIG. 6) is moved relative to the first housing (310, see FIG. 6), the rack gear (510) can be moved relative to the pinion gear (520, see FIG. 13). When the rack gear (510) is moved, the brush (542) of the sweeper (540) can come into contact with the rack gear (510) and remove foreign matter (fs) disposed on the rack gear (510).

[0186] In one embodiment, the foreign matter (fs) may include foreign matter introduced from outside the electronic device (300, see FIG. 6) and / or metal (e.g., iron) dust generated due to wear of the rack gear (510) and pinion gear (520, see FIG. 13).

[0187] In one embodiment, the rack gear (510) may include an engagement area (511) that meshes with a pinion gear (520, see FIG. 13).

[0188] In one embodiment, the rack gear (510) can move linearly relative to the brush (542). As the rack gear (510) moves linearly, foreign matter accumulated in the meshing area (511) of the rack gear (510) can be removed by the brush (542).

[0189] FIG. 12 is a drawing showing a foreign matter collection frame (532) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0190] In explaining the configuration illustrated in Fig. 12, the same symbols are given to components that are substantially the same as those illustrated in Fig. 11, and a detailed description thereof may be omitted.

[0191] In one embodiment, the frame (530) may include a gear frame (531) and / or a foreign body capture frame (532).

[0192] In one embodiment, a gear frame (531) may be arranged to surround a pinion gear (520, see FIG. 13). For example, the gear frame (531) may be formed as a structure including a surface, a curved surface, and / or a frame. For example, the gear frame (531) may be arranged to surround at least a portion of the pinion gear (520, see FIG. 13). For example, the gear frame (531) may be formed as a structure in which at least a portion of the pinion gear (520, see FIG. 13) is exposed.

[0193] In one embodiment, the foreign body capture frame (532) may be positioned on one side of the gear frame (531).

[0194] In one embodiment, the foreign body capture frame (532) may be formed integrally with the gear frame (531) or may be formed as a separate configuration separate from the gear frame (531).

[0195] In one embodiment, the foreign body capture frame (532) can be removably coupled to the gear frame (531).

[0196] In one embodiment, the foreign matter capture frame (532) may be arranged to surround at least a portion of the sweeper (540). For example, the foreign matter capture frame (532) may be arranged to surround the sweeper shaft (541) and brush (542) of the sweeper (540) from the outside.

[0197] In one embodiment, the inner surface (532A) of the foreign matter capture frame (532) may refer to a surface of the foreign matter capture frame (532) that faces the brush (542) of the sweeper (540).

[0198] In one embodiment, the foreign matter capture frame (532) may be a portion where foreign matter removed from the rack gear (510) is captured.

[0199] In one embodiment, the foreign body capture frame (532) may include a magnetic body (5325).

[0200] In one embodiment, the magnet (5325) may be formed such that at least a portion thereof protrudes from the inner surface (532A) of the foreign body capture frame (532).

[0201] In one embodiment, the magnet (5325) may be positioned so that at least a portion of it faces the sweeper (540).

[0202] In one embodiment, the foreign matter (fs) disposed on the rack gear (510) may include a magnetic material. For example, the foreign matter (fs) may include metal (e.g., iron) dust generated due to wear of the rack gear (510) and pinion gear (520, see FIG. 13) and may be magnetic.

[0203] In one embodiment, foreign matter (fs) of the rack gear (510) may be pushed out of the rack gear (510) by the brush (542). The brush (542) may come into contact with at least a portion of the magnetic body (5325) while rotating.

[0204] In one embodiment, the foreign matter (fs) pushed out of the rack gear (510) by the brush (542) may be attached to the magnetic body (5325) because it includes a magnetic material. For example, the foreign matter (fs) may be attached to the magnetic body (5325) due to an attractive force acting between the foreign matter (fs) and the magnetic body (5325). Since the foreign matter (fs) is attached to the magnetic body (5325), the foreign matter (fs) including metal dust may be prevented or reduced from being scattered to other components (e.g., a printed circuit board) inside the electronic device (300, see FIG. 6).

[0205] FIG. 13 is a drawing showing a gear frame (531) and a foreign matter collection frame (532) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0206] Fig. 13 may be a cross-sectional view showing a gear frame (531) and a foreign matter capturing frame (532) viewed in a direction parallel to the X-axis direction.

[0207] In one embodiment, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device (200) of FIG. 4, electronic device (300) of FIG. 6) may include a connecting gear (560) as illustrated in FIG. 13.

[0208] In one embodiment, the frame (530) may include a gear frame (531), a foreign body capture frame (532), and / or a bulkhead (533).

[0209] In one embodiment, the sweeper (540) may include a sweeper shaft (541), a brush (542) and / or a body (543).

[0210] Referring to FIG. 13, a pinion gear (520) according to one embodiment may be placed inside a gear frame (531).

[0211] In one embodiment, the connecting gear (560) may be a gear for transmitting rotational force to the sweeper (540).

[0212] In one embodiment, the connecting gear (560) may be a bevel gear that transmits rotational force between two axes that intersect at right angles.

[0213] In one embodiment, the connecting gear (560) may include a first connecting gear (561) and / or a second connecting gear (562).

[0214] In one embodiment, the diameter of the first connecting gear (561) may be larger than the diameter of the pinion gear (520).

[0215] In one embodiment, the pinion gear shaft (555) and the pinion gear (520) coupled to the pinion gear shaft (555) can rotate about a first rotational axis (X1).

[0216] In one embodiment, the first connecting gear (561) and the pinion gear (520) may be coupled to have substantially the same axis of rotation. For example, the first connecting gear (561) and the pinion gear (520) may rotate about the first axis of rotation (X1).

[0217] In one embodiment, the pinion gear (520) and the first connecting gear (561) can rotate together in the same direction.

[0218] In one embodiment, the second connecting gear (562) can be rotated by receiving rotational force from the first connecting gear (561). When the pinion gear (520) is rotated, the first connecting gear (561) is rotated together with the pinion gear (520), and the rotational force of the first connecting gear (561) can be transmitted to the second connecting gear (562).

[0219] In one embodiment, the second connecting gear (562) can rotate about a second axis of rotation (X2). In one embodiment, the second axis of rotation (X2) can be substantially perpendicular to the first axis of rotation (X1).

[0220] In one embodiment, the second connecting gear (562) may be coupled with the sweeper shaft (541). As the second connecting gear (562) rotates, the sweeper shaft (541) may also rotate in the same direction as the second connecting gear (562).

[0221] In one embodiment, the foreign matter capture frame (532) may include a magnetic body (5325). For example, referring to FIG. 13, the magnetic body (5325) may be positioned at a location corresponding to the sweeper shaft (541) in the foreign matter capture frame (532).

[0222] In one embodiment, the gear frame (531) and the foreign matter capture frame (532) may be located in separate spaces. For example, the gear frame (531) may be separated from the foreign matter capture frame (532) by a bulkhead (533).

[0223] In one embodiment, since the gear frame (531) is separated from the foreign matter capturing frame (532) by the bulkhead (533), foreign matter captured in the foreign matter capturing frame (532) can be prevented from entering the inside of the gear frame (531). Since foreign matter is prevented from entering the inside of the gear frame (531), the pinion gear (520) can be driven without being affected by the foreign matter.

[0224] In one embodiment, the frame (530) may include a bearing (537). The bearing (537) may be a fixed member that surrounds at least a portion of the sweeper shaft (541) and serves to fix the position of the sweeper shaft (541) in the frame (530). The bearing (537) may facilitate rotation of the sweeper shaft (541) coupled with the second connecting gear (562).

[0225] In one embodiment, the bearing (537) may be disposed in at least a portion of the bulkhead (533). The sweeper shaft (542) may be disposed to penetrate the bearing (537) disposed in the bulkhead (533).

[0226] In one embodiment, the bearing (537) and the sweeper shaft (541) may serve to seal the gear frame (531). For example, the bearing (537) and the sweeper shaft (541) may be disposed on at least a portion of the bulkhead (533) to seal the gear frame (531).

[0227] In one embodiment, a brush (542) may be coupled to the body (543). The brush (542) may be coupled to surround the periphery of the body (543).

[0228] In one embodiment, the body (543) of the sweeper (540) can be detachably coupled to the sweeper shaft (542). Since the body (543) of the sweeper (540) is detachably coupled to the sweeper shaft (542), replacement and repair of the body (543) and the brush (542) coupled to the body (543) can be facilitated.

[0229] FIG. 14 is a drawing showing a rack gear (510), a sweeper (540), a gear frame (531), and a foreign matter collection frame (532) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0230] In explaining the configuration illustrated in Fig. 14, a detailed description of a configuration substantially identical to the configuration illustrated in Fig. 13 may be omitted.

[0231] Referring to FIG. 14, the rack gear (510) may be arranged to mesh with the pinion gear (520) at least partially.

[0232] Referring to FIG. 14, a rack gear (510) according to one embodiment may be arranged to be in contact with a brush (542) at least in part.

[0233] Referring to FIG. 14, a brush (542) according to one embodiment may be coupled to a portion of a sweeper shaft (541). The brush (542) may rotate along with the rotation of the sweeper shaft (541).

[0234] In one embodiment, the meshing region (511) of the rack gear (510) may include gear teeth (5111) and / or gear grooves (5112). The gear teeth (5111) and gear grooves (5112) may be formed alternately along the longitudinal direction (e.g., the Y-axis direction).

[0235] In one embodiment, the brush (542) may be in contact with at least a portion of the rack gear (510). For example, the brush (542) may be in contact with the gear teeth (5111) and the gear grooves (5112) of the engagement area (511). The brush (542) may remove foreign matter located on the gear teeth (5111) and the gear grooves (5112).

[0236] In one embodiment, the brush (542) may cause the adhesive lubricant applied to the rack gear (510) to be applied to the rack gear (510) in a thinner and more uniform manner.

[0237] In one embodiment, the bearing (537) may include a bearing opening (5371). The sweeper shaft (541) may be arranged to pass through the bearing opening (5371).

[0238] In one embodiment, the bearing (537) may support the sweeper shaft (541) and facilitate rotation of the sweeper shaft (541).

[0239] In one embodiment, the sweeper shaft (541) may be arranged to be supported by the frame (530). For example, the sweeper shaft (541) may be supported by a bearing (537) of the frame (530).

[0240] In one embodiment, the diameter of the second connecting gear (562) may be smaller than the diameter of the pinion gear (520). Since the diameter of the second connecting gear (562) is smaller than the diameter of the pinion gear (520), the second connecting gear (562) may be spaced apart from the rack gear (510) by a first separation distance (G1). Since the second connecting gear (562) and the rack gear (510) are spaced apart, the rack gear (510) may move without interference with the second connecting gear (562).

[0241] FIG. 15 is a drawing showing a connecting gear (560) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0242] Referring to FIG. 15, the first connecting gear (561) and the pinion gear (520) according to one embodiment may be formed integrally. The first connecting gear (561) and the pinion gear (520) formed integrally may be coupled to a pinion gear shaft (555).

[0243] In one embodiment, the first connecting gear (561) and the pinion gear (520) may be formed separately from each other. For example, the first connecting gear (561) may be manufactured separately from the pinion gear (520) and then coupled to the pinion gear shaft (555).

[0244] In one embodiment, the pinion gear (520) and the first connecting gear (561) can be rotated in the same direction. For example, the pinion gear shaft (555) is rotated by the driving motor (550, see FIG. 11), and the pinion gear (520) and the first connecting gear (561) coupled to the pinion gear shaft (555) can be rotated in the direction in which the pinion gear shaft (555) is rotated.

[0245] In one embodiment, the first connecting gear (561) and the pinion gear (520) can rotate about a first rotational axis (X1).

[0246] In one embodiment, the rotation of the first connecting gear (561) can be transmitted to the second connecting gear (562). The second connecting gear (562) can be rotated by the rotation of the first connecting gear (561).

[0247] In one embodiment, the second connecting gear (562) and the sweeper shaft (541) can be rotated about a second rotational axis (X2).

[0248] In one embodiment, the second rotation axis (X2) may be an axis perpendicular to the first rotation axis (X1).

[0249] In one embodiment, the sweeper shaft (541) rotates and the body (543) and brush (542) coupled to the sweeper shaft (541) can also rotate together.

[0250] In one embodiment, the rack gear (510) can move in a linear motion. For example, the rack gear (510) can move in a linear direction (e.g., along the Y-axis) relative to the pinion gear (520).

[0251] In one embodiment, the rack gear (510) moves in a linear direction, and foreign matter located on the rack gear (510) can be removed from the rack gear (510) by the brush (542).

[0252] In one embodiment, the first connecting gear (561) may be spaced apart from the rack gear (510). For example, the first connecting gear (561) may be spaced apart from the rack gear (510) by a second spacing distance (G2). Since the first connecting gear (561) and the rack gear (510) are spaced apart, even if the rack gear (510) moves, the first connecting gear (561) may not be affected by the movement of the rack gear (510).

[0253] FIG. 16 is a drawing showing a first brush (5421) and a second brush (5422) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0254] FIG. 16 may be a drawing showing a pinion gear (520) and a connecting gear (560) according to one embodiment in a direction substantially parallel to the Y-axis direction.

[0255] In one embodiment, the pinion gear (520) and the first connecting gear (561) may be coupled to a pinion gear shaft (555). The pinion gear shaft (555) may be supported at least in part by a shaft support member (557). The shaft support member (557) may include a support bearing that supports the pinion gear shaft (555).

[0256] Referring to FIG. 16, the first connecting gear (561) may be arranged to at least partially mesh with the second connecting gear (562).

[0257] In one embodiment, the center (C1) of the sweeper shaft (541) may be substantially co-located with the center of the second connecting gear (562).

[0258] In one embodiment, the first brush (5421) may extend a first length (R1) from the center (C1) of the sweeper shaft (541).

[0259] In one embodiment, the second brush (5422) can extend a second length (R2) from the center (C1) of the sweeper shaft (541). The second length (R2) can be longer than the first length (R1).

[0260] In one embodiment, the second brush (5422) may be formed thinner than the first brush (5421).

[0261] In FIG. 16, each of the first brush (5421) and the second brush (5422) is illustrated as one, but this is an example for explanation, and the brush (542) may include a plurality of first brushes (5421) and a plurality of second brushes (5422).

[0262] In one embodiment, the first brush (5421) and the second brush (5422) may be coupled to surround the periphery of the body (543).

[0263] In one embodiment, a first brush (5421) and a second brush (5422) may be arranged alternately along the perimeter of the body (543).

[0264] In one embodiment, the first brush (5421) and the second brush (5422) may be arranged alternately along the longitudinal direction (e.g., Y-axis direction) of the rack gear (510, see FIG. 14).

[0265] In one embodiment, the first trajectory (T1) may mean a trajectory along which the end of the first brush (5421) passes as the first brush (5421) rotates.

[0266] In one embodiment, the second trajectory (T2) may mean a trajectory along which the end of the second brush (5422) passes as the second brush (5422) rotates.

[0267] In one embodiment, the upper position (S1) may refer to the uppermost position of the meshing area (511, see FIG. 14) of the rack gear (510, see FIG. 14). For example, the upper position (S1) may refer to the uppermost position of the gear teeth (5111, see FIG. 14).

[0268] In one embodiment, the lower position (S2) may refer to the lowermost position of the meshing area (511, see FIG. 14) of the rack gear (510, see FIG. 14). For example, the lower position (S2) may refer to the lowermost position of the gear teeth (5112, see FIG. 14).

[0269] Referring to FIG. 16, the first brush (5421) may be advantageous in removing foreign matter located at the upper end of the meshing area (511, see FIG. 14) of the rack gear (510, see FIG. 14). For example, since the first trajectory (T1) along which the end of the first brush (5421) passes is formed to pass the upper position (S1), foreign matter located at the upper end of the rack gear (510, see FIG. 14) can be removed by the first brush (5421).

[0270] In one embodiment, the first brush (5421) is formed thicker than the second brush (5422), so that it can easily push out relatively large foreign objects located at the upper end of the meshing area (511, see FIG. 14) of the rack gear (510, see FIG. 14).

[0271] Referring to FIG. 16, the second brush (5422) may be advantageous in removing foreign matter located at the lower end of the meshing area (511) of the rack gear (510). For example, since the second trajectory (T2) along which the end of the second brush (5422) passes is formed to pass the lower position (S2), foreign matter located at the lower end of the rack gear (510, see FIG. 14) may be removed by the second brush (5422).

[0272] In one embodiment, the second brush (5422) is formed thinner than the first brush (5421), so that it can easily push out relatively small foreign substances (e.g., fine dust) located at the lower end of the meshing area (511, see FIG. 14) of the rack gear (510, see FIG. 14).

[0273] In one embodiment, the second brush (5422) that comes into contact with the lower end of the rack gear (510, see FIG. 14) is formed thinner than the first brush (5421), so that the movement of the rack gear (510, see FIG. 14) affected by the brush (542) can be reduced.

[0274] FIG. 17 is a drawing showing a sweeper shaft (641) and a foreign matter collection frame (632) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0275] In Fig. 17, the configuration other than the sweeper shaft (641) and the foreign matter collection frame (632) may be substantially the same as the configuration illustrated in Fig. 13. A detailed description of the configuration substantially the same as Fig. 13 may be omitted.

[0276] In one embodiment, the frame (630) may include a gear frame (631), a foreign matter capture frame (632), and / or a bulkhead (633). The gear frame (631) and the foreign matter capture frame (632) may be separated by the bulkhead (633).

[0277] In one embodiment, the foreign matter capture frame (632) may not include a magnetic body (5325, see FIG. 13). The foreign matter capture frame (632) may be arranged to surround the sweeper shaft (641).

[0278] In one embodiment, the sweeper shaft (641) may include a magnetic material.

[0279] In one embodiment, foreign matter removed from the rack gear (510, see FIG. 12) by the brush (542) may be captured on the sweeper shaft (641). For example, since the sweeper shaft (641) includes a magnetic body and the foreign matter includes a magnetic material, the foreign matter may be attached to the sweeper shaft (641) due to an attractive force acting between the sweeper shaft (641) and the foreign matter. The foreign matter attached to the sweeper shaft (641) may be surrounded by a foreign matter capture frame (632).

[0280] FIG. 18 is a drawing showing a rack gear (710) and a connecting gear (760) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0281] In one embodiment, the rack gear (710) may include an engagement area (711) and / or a groove (712).

[0282] In one embodiment, the meshing area (711) may be an area of ​​the rack gear (710) that meshes with the pinion gear (720).

[0283] In one embodiment, the groove (712) may be formed in a concave shape with a portion of the engagement area (711). For example, the groove (712) may be formed such that a portion of the engagement area (711) is concave in the height direction (e.g., in the Z-axis direction). The groove (712) may extend along the longitudinal direction (e.g., in the Y-axis direction) of the rack gear (710).

[0284] In one embodiment, the first connecting gear (561) may be positioned to overlap the groove (712) of the rack gear (710).

[0285] In one embodiment, the groove (712) of the rack gear (710) may not be in contact with the first connecting gear (761). The groove (712) may be formed in a concave shape relative to the engagement area (711) and may be spaced apart from the first connecting gear (761).

[0286] In one embodiment, when the pinion gear shaft (755) rotates, the pinion gear (720) and the first connecting gear (761) can rotate together. The second connecting gear (762) can rotate according to the rotation of the first connecting gear (761). The sweeper shaft (741) can rotate according to the rotation of the second connecting gear (762).

[0287] In one embodiment, the first connecting gear (761) is positioned so as to overlap the groove (712) of the rack gear (710) without contacting it, so that the first connecting gear (761) can be spaced apart from the rack gear (710) without contacting it. Even if the first connecting gear (761) rotates, the rack gear (710) may not interfere with the first connecting gear (761).

[0288] FIG. 19 is a drawing showing a sweeper (840) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0289] In one embodiment, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device (200) of FIG. 4, electronic device (300) of FIG. 6) may include a rack gear (810), a pinion gear (820), a frame (830), and a sweeper (840) as illustrated in FIG. 19.

[0290] In one embodiment, the frame (830) may include a gear frame (831) and / or a foreign body capture frame (832).

[0291] In one embodiment, the foreign body capture frame (832) can be removably coupled to the gear frame (831).

[0292] In one embodiment, the gear frame (831) may be arranged to surround the pinion gear (820).

[0293] In one embodiment, the sweeper (840) may include a body (841) and / or a brush (842).

[0294] In one embodiment, the distal end of the brush (842) may be coupled to the body (841). For example, one end of the brush (842) may be in contact with the rack gear (810), and the other end of the brush (842) may be coupled to the body (841).

[0295] In one embodiment, the foreign body capture frame (832) may include a coupling portion (8325).

[0296] In one embodiment, the body (841) of the sweeper (840) may be coupled to the coupling portion (8325) of the foreign body capture frame (832).

[0297] In one embodiment, the sweeper (840) may be removably coupled to the foreign body capture frame (832).

[0298] In one embodiment, the sweeper (840) may be supported by a frame (830). For example, the sweeper (840) may be supported by a foreign matter capture frame (832).

[0299] In one embodiment, the pinion gear (820) can rotate. The pinion gear shaft (855) rotates, and the pinion gear (820) coupled to the pinion gear shaft (855) can also rotate.

[0300] In one embodiment, the rack gear (810) may include an engagement region (811) that meshes with at least a portion of the pinion gear (820).

[0301] In one embodiment, the engagement region (811) may include gear teeth (8111) and / or gear grooves (8112). The gear teeth (8111) and gear grooves (8112) may be formed alternately along the longitudinal direction (e.g., X-axis direction) of the rack gear (810).

[0302] In one embodiment, the rack gear (810) may be caused to move linearly in conjunction with the rotational motion of the pinion gear (820). For example, the rack gear (810) may be caused to move relative to the pinion gear (820) while engaging the pinion gear (820) at the engagement region (811).

[0303] In one embodiment, the sweeper (840) can be in contact with at least a portion of the rack gear (810). For example, an end of the sweeper (840) facing the positive Z-axis direction can be in contact with at least a portion of the rack gear (810).

[0304] In one embodiment, the sweeper (840) may serve to remove foreign matter disposed on the rack gear (810). For example, the sweeper (840) may contact at least a portion of the rack gear (810) to push the foreign matter disposed on the rack gear (810) out of the rack gear (810).

[0305] In one embodiment, the brush (842) may include a first brush (8421) and / or a second brush (8422).

[0306] In one embodiment, the second brush (8422) may be formed to be thinner and longer than the first brush (8421).

[0307] In one embodiment, the first brush (8421) may be advantageous in removing foreign matter located at the upper end (e.g., the negative Z-axis direction end) of the meshing area (811) of the rack gear (810). For example, the first brush (8421) may be advantageous in removing relatively large foreign matter located at the upper end of the gear teeth (8111) of the rack gear (810).

[0308] In one embodiment, the second brush (8422) may be advantageous in removing foreign matter located at the lower end (e.g., the positive Z-axis direction end) of the meshing area (811) of the rack gear (810). For example, the second brush (8422) may be advantageous in removing relatively small foreign matter (e.g., dust) located at the lower end of the gear teeth (8112) of the rack gear (810).

[0309] In one embodiment, the foreign matter capture frame (832) may include a space in which foreign matter removed from the rack gear (810) by the sweeper (840) is captured. For example, foreign matter removed from the rack gear (810) by the sweeper (840) may be captured in at least a portion of the foreign matter capture frame (832).

[0310] In one embodiment, the sweeper (840) may be configured to be fixed to a portion of the frame (830). For example, the sweeper (840) may be fixed to a portion of the frame (830) and may not move relative to the frame (830). The body (841) and brush (842) of the sweeper (840) may move together with the frame (830) according to the movement of the frame (830) relative to the rack gear (810).

[0311] In one embodiment, the sweeper (840) may be configured to reciprocate relative to the frame (830). For example, the sweeper (840) may be configured in the form of a wiper that reciprocates in a direction (e.g., in the X-axis direction) substantially perpendicular to the direction in which the frame (830) moves relative to the rack gear (810) (e.g., in the Y-axis direction). In one embodiment, the sweeper (840) may reciprocate and remove foreign matter disposed on the rack gear (810).

[0312] An adhesive lubricant (e.g., grease) may be applied to the rack and pinion gear to reduce friction between the rack and pinion gear. Foreign matter entering from the outside of the rack gear and dust resulting from friction between the rack and pinion gear may adhere to the adhesive lubricant. If the foreign matter and dust attached to the adhesive lubricant become fixed on the rack gear, the resistance between the rack and pinion gear may increase, which may cause malfunction of the electronic device. In addition, if the foreign matter and dust attached to the adhesive substance become fixed on the rack and pinion gear, wear of the rack and pinion gear may be accelerated.

[0313] Therefore, removal of foreign matter and dust located on the rack gear may be necessary before the foreign matter and dust become adhered to the rack gear.

[0314] An electronic device (300) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure comprises a housing (310, 320) including a first housing (310) and a second housing (320) movably coupled to the first housing (310), a drive motor (350, 550) that generates a driving force for moving the second housing (320), a pinion gear (370, 520, 820) connected to the drive motor (350, 550), a rack gear (340, 510, 810) that is arranged in the second housing (320) so as to mesh with the pinion gear (370, 520, 820) at least partially and moves linearly in conjunction with the rotational motion of the pinion gear (370, 520, 820) according to the driving of the drive motor (350, 550), and a rack gear (340, 510, 810) that at least partially surrounds the pinion gear (520, 810). It may include a frame (530, 830) and a sweeper (540, 840) arranged to be supported by the frame (530, 830).

[0315] An electronic device (300) including a sweeper (540, 840) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure can push foreign matter introduced from the outside of the electronic device (300) and dust generated from the rack gear (510, 810) and pinion gear (520, 820) to the outside of the rack gear (510, 810).

[0316] An electronic device (300) including a sweeper (540, 840) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure can remove foreign matter and dust from a rack gear (510, 810) to prevent or reduce an increase in resistance between the rack gear (510, 810) and the pinion gear (520, 820).

[0317] An electronic device (300) including a sweeper (540, 840) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure can prevent or reduce the occurrence of a malfunction in the operation of the electronic device (300) by removing foreign substances and dust from the rack gear (510, 810).

[0318] An electronic device (300) including a sweeper (540, 840) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure can remove foreign matter and dust from the rack gear (510, 810) to prevent or reduce wear of the rack gear (510, 810) and pinion gear (520, 820).

[0319] In one embodiment, the frame (530) may include a foreign matter capture frame (532) that surrounds at least a portion of the sweeper (540) and captures foreign matter removed from the rack gear (510) by the sweeper (540).

[0320] In one embodiment, the foreign body capture frame (532) may include a magnetic body (5325) positioned such that at least a portion of the magnetic body faces the sweeper (540).

[0321] In one embodiment, the foreign matter (fs) pushed out of the rack gear (510) by the brush (542) may be attached to the magnetic body (5325) because it includes a magnetic material. Since the foreign matter (fs) is attached to the magnetic body (5325), the foreign matter (fs) including metal dust may be prevented or reduced from being scattered to other components inside the electronic device (300).

[0322] In one embodiment, the foreign body capture frame (532) may be removably coupled to at least a portion of the frame (530).

[0323] In one embodiment, the foreign matter capture frame (532) is detachably coupled to a portion of the frame (530), so that replacement of the foreign matter capture frame (532) and removal of foreign matter captured in the foreign matter capture frame (532) can be facilitated.

[0324] In one embodiment, the sweeper (540) may include at least one of a first sweeper (540) that rotates in conjunction with the pinion gear (520), a second sweeper (840) that is fixed to at least a portion of the frame (830), and a third sweeper that is configured to reciprocate between one side and the other side of the rack gear (510).

[0325] In one embodiment, the first sweeper (540) may include a sweeper shaft (541) that rotates in conjunction with a pinion gear (520) and a brush (542) coupled to the sweeper shaft (541).

[0326] In one embodiment, the brush (542) may include a first brush (5421) and a second brush (5422) that is formed thinner and longer than the first brush (5421).

[0327] In one embodiment, the brush (542) may cause the adhesive lubricant applied to the rack gear (510) to be applied to the rack gear (510) in a thinner and more uniform manner.

[0328] In one embodiment, the first brush (5421) is formed thicker than the second brush (5422), so that it can easily push out relatively large foreign objects located at the upper end of the meshing area (511) of the rack gear (510).

[0329] In one embodiment, the second brush (5422) is formed thinner than the first brush (5421), so that it can easily push out relatively small foreign substances (e.g., fine dust) located at the lower end of the meshing area (511) of the rack gear (510).

[0330] In one embodiment, the electronic device (300) may include a bearing (537) that supports a sweeper shaft (541).

[0331] In one embodiment, the bearing (537) may be a fixed member that surrounds at least a portion of the sweeper shaft (541) and serves to fix the position of the sweeper shaft (541) in the frame (530). The bearing (537) may facilitate rotation of the sweeper shaft (541) coupled with the second connecting gear (562).

[0332] In one embodiment, the electronic device (300) may include a first connecting gear (561) that rotates about a first rotational axis (X1) that is the same axis as the rotational axis of the pinion gear (520) and a second connecting gear (562) that rotates about a second rotational axis (X2) that is perpendicular to the first rotational axis (X1) and is interlocked with the first connecting gear (561).

[0333] In one embodiment, the sweeper shaft (541) can be rotated in accordance with the rotation of the second connecting gear (562).

[0334] In one embodiment, the second sweeper (840) may include a body (841) that is fixedly coupled to at least a portion of the frame (830) and a brush (842) that is coupled to the body (841).

[0335] In one embodiment, the frame (530) may include a gear frame (531) surrounding the pinion gear (520), a foreign matter capture frame (532) surrounding at least a portion of the sweeper (540) and capturing foreign matter removed from the rack gear (510) by the sweeper (540), and a baffle (533) separating the gear frame (531) and the foreign matter capture frame (532).

[0336] In one embodiment, since the gear frame (531) is separated from the foreign matter capturing frame (532) by the bulkhead (533), foreign matter captured in the foreign matter capturing frame (532) can be prevented from entering the inside of the gear frame (531). Since foreign matter is prevented from entering the inside of the gear frame (531), the pinion gear (520) can be driven without being affected by the foreign matter.

[0337] In one embodiment, the electronic device (300) may include a flexible display (305) that is positioned to be at least partially supported by the second housing (320) and configured to have a display area that changes in accordance with movement of the second housing (320) relative to the first housing (310).

[0338] An electronic device (300) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a housing (310, 320) including a first housing (310) and a second housing (320) movably coupled to the first housing (310), a drive motor (350, 550) that generates a driving force for moving the second housing (320), a pinion gear (370, 520) connected to the drive motor (350, 550), a rack gear (510) disposed in the second housing (320) so as to mesh with the pinion gear (370, 520) at least partially and move linearly in conjunction with the rotational movement of the pinion gear (370, 520) according to the driving of the drive motor (350, 550), a connecting gear (560) that rotates in conjunction with the pinion gear (520), and a sweeper (540) that rotates in conjunction with the connecting gear (560).

[0339] In one embodiment, the electronic device (300) may include a frame (530) that at least partially surrounds the pinion gear (520).

[0340] In one embodiment, the frame (530) may include a gear frame (531) surrounding the pinion gear (520) and a foreign matter capture frame (532) surrounding at least a portion of the sweeper (540) and capturing foreign matter removed from the rack gear (510) by the sweeper (540).

[0341] In one embodiment, the foreign body capture frame (532) may include a magnetic body (5325) positioned such that at least a portion of the magnetic body faces the sweeper (540).

[0342] In one embodiment, the foreign body capture frame (532) can be removably coupled to the gear frame (531).

[0343] In one embodiment, the sweeper (540) may include a sweeper shaft (541) that rotates in conjunction with a pinion gear (520) and a brush (542) coupled to the sweeper shaft (541).

[0344] In one embodiment, the brush (542) may include a first brush (5421) and a second brush (5422) that is formed thinner and longer than the first brush (5421).

[0345] In one embodiment, the connecting gear (560) includes a first connecting gear (561) that rotates about a first rotational axis (X1) that is the same axis as the rotational axis of the pinion gear (520) and a second connecting gear (562) that rotates about a second rotational axis (X2) that is perpendicular to the first rotational axis (X1) and is interlocked with the first connecting gear (561), and the sweeper shaft (541) can be rotated according to the rotation of the second connecting gear (562).

[0346] The technical problems to be achieved in the present disclosure are not limited to the technical problems mentioned above, and other technical problems not mentioned will be clearly understood by a person having ordinary knowledge in the technical field to which the present disclosure pertains.

[0347] The effects that can be obtained from the present disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects that are not mentioned will be clearly understood by a person having ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure pertains.

[0348] Electronic devices according to embodiments of the present disclosure may take various forms. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, wearable devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited to the aforementioned devices.

[0349] It should be understood that the embodiments of the present disclosure and the terminology used herein are not intended to limit the technical features described in the present disclosure to specific embodiments, but 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 the present disclosure, 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 the 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.

[0350] The term "module" used in one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit. A module may be an integral component, or a minimum unit or part of such a component that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, a module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0351] An embodiment of the present disclosure 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.

[0352] According to one embodiment, a method according to one embodiment of the present disclosure 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) through 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 a relay server.

[0353] According to one embodiment, each component (e.g., a module or a program) of the above-described components may include one or more entities, and some of the entities may be separated and placed in other components. According to one embodiment, one or more components or operations of the above-described 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 this case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each component of the plurality of components in a manner identical to or similar to that performed by the corresponding component among the plurality of components prior to the integration.

[0354] According to one embodiment, the operations performed by a module, program or other component may be performed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be performed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

Claims

1. In an electronic device (300), A housing (310, 320) comprising a first housing (310) and a second housing (320) movably coupled to the first housing; A driving motor (350, 550) that generates a driving force for moving the second housing; Pinion gear (370, 520, 820) connected to the above driving motor; A rack gear (340, 510, 810) arranged in the second housing so as to mesh with the pinion gear at least in part and perform linear movement in conjunction with the rotational movement of the pinion gear according to the driving of the driving motor; a frame (530, 830) at least partially surrounding said pinion gear; and An electronic device comprising a sweeper (540, 840) arranged to be supported by the above frame.

2. In paragraph 1, The above frame is, An electronic device comprising a foreign matter capturing frame (532) surrounding at least a portion of the sweeper and capturing foreign matter removed from the rack gear by the sweeper.

3. In paragraph 2, The above foreign matter capturing frame is, An electronic device comprising a magnet (5325) at least partly positioned so as to face said sweeper.

4. In paragraph 2, The above foreign matter capturing frame is, An electronic device removably coupled to at least a portion of said frame.

5. In paragraph 1, The above sweeper, An electronic device comprising at least one of a first sweeper (540) that rotates in conjunction with the pinion gear, a second sweeper (840) that is fixed to at least a portion of the frame, and a third sweeper that is configured to reciprocate between one side and the other side of the rack gear.

6. In paragraph 5, The above first sweeper, A sweeper shaft (541) that rotates in conjunction with the above pinion gear; and An electronic device comprising a brush (542) coupled to the above sweeper shaft.

7. In paragraph 6, The above brush, First brush (5421); and An electronic device including a second brush (5422) formed thinner and longer than the first brush.

8. In paragraph 6, An electronic device comprising a bearing (537) supporting the above sweeper shaft.

9. In paragraph 6, A first connecting gear (561) that rotates around a first rotation axis (X1) that is the same axis as the rotation axis of the pinion gear; and It further includes a second connecting gear (562) that rotates around a second rotating axis (X2) perpendicular to the first rotating axis and is interlocked with the first connecting gear. The above sweeper shaft, An electronic device that rotates according to the rotation of the second connecting gear.

10. In paragraph 5, The above second sweeper (840) is A body (841) fixedly connected to at least a part of the above frame; and An electronic device comprising a brush (842) coupled to the body.

11. In paragraph 1, The above frame is, A gear frame (531) surrounding the above pinion gear; A foreign matter capturing frame (532) surrounding at least a portion of the above sweeper and capturing foreign matter removed from the rack gear by the above sweeper; and An electronic device including a bulkhead (533) separating the gear frame and the foreign matter capturing frame.

12. In paragraph 1, An electronic device further comprising a flexible display (305) arranged to be at least partially supported by the second housing and configured to have a display area that changes according to movement of the second housing relative to the first housing.

13. In paragraph 1, The above electronic device, It further includes a connecting gear (560) that rotates in conjunction with the above pinion gear, The above sweeper, An electronic device that rotates in conjunction with the above connecting gear.

14. In paragraph 13, The above frame is, A foreign matter capturing frame (532) surrounding at least a portion of the above sweeper and capturing foreign matter removed from the rack gear by the above sweeper, The above foreign matter capturing frame is, An electronic device comprising a magnet (5325) at least partly positioned so as to face said sweeper.

15. In paragraph 13, The above sweeper, A sweeper shaft (541) that rotates in conjunction with the above pinion gear; and Includes a brush (542) coupled to the above sweeper shaft, The above brush, First brush (5421); and It includes a second brush (5422) that is formed thinner and longer than the first brush, The above connecting gear is, A first connecting gear (561) that rotates around a first rotation axis (X1) that is the same axis as the rotation axis of the pinion gear; and It further includes a second connecting gear (562) that rotates around a second rotating axis (X2) perpendicular to the first rotating axis and is interlocked with the first connecting gear. The above sweeper shaft, An electronic device that rotates according to the rotation of the second connecting gear.

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