Electronic device comprising guide

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an electronic device. The electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure comprises: a first housing; a second housing disposed to be movable with respect to the first housing; a flexible display which has at least a portion configured to be folded or unfolded and which is disposed to be movable together with the second housing; a support member fixed to the first housing; a first frame fixed to the first housing; and a second frame disposed to be movable with respect to the first frame and configured to be movable together with the second housing, wherein at least a portion of the second frame may be positioned between the first frame and the support member.

Description

Electronic device containing a guide

[0001] Various embodiments of the present disclosure relate to electronic devices, for example, electronic devices including guides.

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

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

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

[0005] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure comprises: a first housing; a second housing movably disposed relative to the first housing; a flexible display configured to be folded or unfolded at least partially and movably disposed together with the second housing; a support member fixed to the first housing; a first frame fixed to the first housing; and a second frame movably disposed relative to the first frame and configured to be movable together with the second housing, wherein at least a portion of the second frame can be positioned between the first frame and the support member.

[0006] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first housing; a second housing movably disposed with respect to the first housing; a flexible display configured to be folded or unfolded at least in part and movably disposed together with the second housing; a support member fixed to the first housing; and a guide at least in part movably disposed together with the second housing, wherein the guide may include a first frame fixed to the first housing and including a frame side wall disposed between the first housing and the support member; a second frame movably disposed with respect to the first frame and configured to be movable together with the second housing; and a guide space formed between the frame side wall and the support member and in which the second frame is movably disposed.

[0007] The above-described aspects or other aspects, configurations and / or advantages of one embodiment of the present disclosure may be further clarified by the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0008] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0009] FIG. 2 is a drawing showing a state in which a part of a display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is housed within a housing.

[0010] FIG. 3 is a drawing showing a state in which a portion of a display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is visually exposed to the outside of a housing.

[0011] FIG. 4 is an exploded view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0012] FIG. 5 is an exploded view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0013] FIG. 6A is a first state diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0014] FIG. 6b is a second state diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0015] FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0016] FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0017] FIG. 9 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0018] FIG. 10A is a portion of a first state of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0019] FIG. 10b is a part of a second state of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0020] FIG. 11 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] FIG. 12 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0022] FIG. 13 is a drawing of a guide according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0023] FIG. 14 is a drawing of a guide according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0024] FIG. 15 is an exploded view of a guide according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0025] FIG. 16 is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

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

[0027] The following description of the accompanying drawings may provide an understanding of various exemplary implementations of the present disclosure, including the claims and their equivalents. While the exemplary embodiments disclosed in the following description include numerous specific details to aid understanding, they are to be considered as one example of various exemplary embodiments. Accordingly, those skilled in the art will appreciate that various modifications and variations of the various implementations described in this disclosure may be made without departing from the scope and spirit of the disclosure. Furthermore, descriptions of well-known functions and configurations may be omitted for clarity and conciseness.

[0028] The terms and words used in the following description and claims are not limited to their reference meanings and can be used to clearly and consistently describe one embodiment of the present disclosure. Therefore, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the following description of various implementations of the disclosure is provided for illustrative purposes, not for the purpose of limiting the scope of the disclosure and its equivalents.

[0029] Unless the context clearly dictates otherwise, the singular forms of "a," "an," and "the" should be understood to include plural meanings. Thus, for example, "a component surface" could be understood to include one or more of the surfaces of the component.

[0030] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) within a network environment (100) according to various embodiments.

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

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

[0033] 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.

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

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

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

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

[0038] The display module (160) can visually provide information to an external party (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The display module (160) may include, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling the device. 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.

[0039] 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).

[0040] The sensor module (176) can detect the operating status (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device (101) or the external environmental status (e.g., user status) and generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected status. 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.

[0041] 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.

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

[0043] 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.

[0044] 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.

[0045] 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).

[0046] 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.

[0047] The communication module (190) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102), electronic device (104), or server (108)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (190) may operate independently from the processor (120) (e.g., application processor) and may include one or more communication processors that support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. 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).

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

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

[0050] According to various embodiments, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. In one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent a first side (e.g., a bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high-frequency band (e.g., a mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna) disposed on or adjacent a second side (e.g., a top side or a side side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high-frequency band.

[0051] At least some of the above components can be interconnected and exchange signals (e.g., commands or data) with each other via a communication method between peripheral devices (e.g., a bus, GPIO (general purpose input and output), SPI (serial peripheral interface), or MIPI (mobile industry processor interface)).

[0052] 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.

[0053] Electronic devices according to various embodiments disclosed in this 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 this document are not limited to the aforementioned devices.

[0054] The various embodiments of the present disclosure and the terminology used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in the present disclosure to specific embodiments, but should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutes of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the items, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In 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.

[0055] The term "module" used in various embodiments of the present disclosure may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit. A module may be an integral component, or a minimum unit or part of such a component that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, a module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0056] Various embodiments of the present disclosure may be implemented as software (e.g., a program (140)) including one or more commands 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 command among the one or more commands 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 command called. The one or more commands 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.

[0057] According to one embodiment, the method according to various embodiments disclosed in the present disclosure may be provided as included in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded as a commodity between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)), or may be distributed online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) via an application store (e.g., Play Store™) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored or temporarily generated in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or a relay server.

[0058] According to various embodiments, each component (e.g., a module or a program) of the above-described components may include one or more entities, and some of the entities may be separated and placed in other components. According to various embodiments, one or more components or operations of the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, a plurality of components (e.g., a module or a program) may be integrated into a single component. In such a case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the plurality of components identically or similarly to those performed by the corresponding component among the plurality of components prior to the integration. According to various embodiments, the operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

[0059] FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a state in which a portion of a display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is housed within a housing. FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a state in which a second display area (e.g., display area (A2) of FIG. 3 ) of a display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is housed within a housing. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating a state in which a portion of a display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is visually exposed to the outside of the housing. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating a state in which a second display area of ​​a display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is visually exposed to the outside of the housing.

[0060] FIGS. 2 and 3 illustrate a structure in which a display (203) (e.g., a flexible display or a rollable display) expands in a longitudinal direction (e.g., +Y direction) when viewed from the front of an electronic device (101). However, the expansion direction of the display (203) is not limited to one direction (e.g., +Y direction). For example, the expansion direction of the display (203) may be designed to be expandable in an upward direction (+Y direction), a rightward direction (e.g., +X direction), a leftward direction (e.g., -X direction), and / or a downward direction (e.g., -Y direction).

[0061] The state illustrated in FIG. 2 may be referred to as a slide-in state of the electronic device (101) or a closed state of the second display area (A2) of the display (203).

[0062] The state illustrated in FIG. 3 may be referred to as a slide-out state of the electronic device (101) or a state in which the second display area (A2) of the display (203) is open.

[0063] The embodiments of FIGS. 2 to 3 may be combined with the embodiments of FIG. 1 or the embodiments of FIGS. 4 to 16.

[0064] Referring to FIGS. 2 and 3, an electronic device (101) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) may include a housing (210). The housing (210) may include a first housing portion (201) and a second housing portion (202) that is arranged to be relatively movable with respect to the first housing portion (201). In one embodiment, the first housing portion (201) of the electronic device (101) may be interpreted as a structure in which the second housing portion (202) is arranged to be slidably movable with respect to the first housing portion (201). According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) may be arranged to be reciprocally movable for a predetermined distance in a direction shown with respect to the first housing portion (201), for example, in a direction indicated by arrow (1). The first housing portion (201) may be referred to as a “first housing.” The second housing portion (202) may be referred to as a “second housing.”

[0065] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (202), which may be referred to as a slide portion or slide housing, may be relatively movable with respect to the first housing portion (201). According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) may accommodate various electrical and electronic components, such as a circuit board or a battery. When the electronic device (101) is in a slide-in state, the second housing portion (202) may be defined as a retracted position, and when the electronic device (101) is in a slide-out state, the second housing portion (202) may be defined as an extended position.

[0066] According to one embodiment, the slide-in state of the electronic device (101) (or the slide-out state of the electronic device (101)) may be changed to the slide-out state of the electronic device (101) (or the slide-in state of the electronic device (101)) based on a predefined user input. For example, the slide-in state of the electronic device (101) (or the slide-out state of the electronic device (101)) may be changed to the slide-out state (or the slide-in state of the electronic device (101)) in response to a user input to a physical button exposed through a portion of the first housing portion (201) or a portion of the second housing portion (202). For example, the slide-in state (or the slide-out state of the electronic device (101)) may be changed to the slide-out state (or the slide-in state of the electronic device (101)) in response to a touch input to an executable object displayed within a screen display area (e.g., the first display area (A1)). For example, the slide-in state (or the slide-out state of the electronic device (101)) may be changed to the slide-out state (or the slide-in state of the electronic device (101)) in response to a touch input having a contact point on the screen display area (e.g., the first display area (A1)) and a pressing strength greater than or equal to a reference strength. For example, the slide-in state (or the slide-out state of the electronic device (101)) may be changed to the slide-out state (or the slide-in state of the electronic device (101)) in response to a voice input received through a microphone of the electronic device (101). For example, the slide-in state (or the slide-out state of the electronic device (101)) may be changed to the slide-out state (or the slide-in state of the electronic device (101)) in response to an external force applied to the first housing portion (201) and / or the second housing portion (202) to move the second housing portion (202) relative to the first housing portion (201).For example, the slide-in state (or the slide-out state of the electronic device (101)) may be changed to the slide-out state (or the slide-in state of the electronic device (101)) in response to a user input identified from an external electronic device (e.g., earbuds or a smart watch) connected to the electronic device (101). However, the slide-in-out operation of the electronic device (101) is not limited thereto.

[0067] In one embodiment, the first housing portion (201) can accommodate an actuator (e.g., a motor), a speaker, a SIM socket, and / or a sub-circuit board electrically connected to the main circuit board. The second housing portion (202) can accommodate a main circuit board equipped with electrical components such as an application processor (AP) and a communication processor (CP). In one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) can accommodate an actuator, a speaker, a SIM socket, and / or a sub-circuit board electrically connected to the main circuit board, and the first housing portion (201) can accommodate a main circuit board equipped with electrical components such as an application processor (AP) and a communication processor (CP). In one embodiment, the sub-circuit board and the main circuit board may be disposed in the first housing portion (201) or may be disposed in the second housing portion (202).

[0068] According to one embodiment, the first housing portion (201) may include a first cover member (211) (e.g., a main case). The first cover member (211) may include a first-first side wall (211a), a first-second side wall (211b) extending from the first-first side wall (211a), and a first-third side wall (211c) extending from the first-first side wall (211a) and being substantially parallel to the first-second side wall (211b). According to one embodiment, the first-second side wall (211b) and the first-third side wall (211c) may be formed to be substantially perpendicular to the first-first side wall (211a).

[0069] According to one embodiment, the first-first side wall (211a), the first-second side wall (211b), and the first-third side wall (211c) of the first cover member (211) may be formed in a shape in which one side (e.g., the front face) is open to accommodate (or surround) at least a portion of the second housing portion (202). For example, at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) may be surrounded by the first housing portion (201) and may slide in a direction parallel to the first surface (e.g., the first surface (F1) of FIG. 4), for example, in the direction of arrow (1), while being guided by the first housing portion (201). According to one embodiment, the first-first side wall (211a), the first-second side wall (211b), and / or the first-third side wall (211c) of the first cover member (211) may be formed as an integral body. According to one embodiment, the first-first side wall (211a), the first-second side wall (211b), and / or the first-third side wall (211c) of the first cover member (211) may be formed as separate structures and then joined or assembled.

[0070] According to one embodiment, the first cover member (211) may be formed to surround at least a portion of the display (203). For example, at least a portion of the display (203) may be formed to surround by the first-first side wall (211a), the first-second side wall (211b), and / or the first-third side wall (211c) of the first cover member (211).

[0071] In one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) may include a second cover member (221) (e.g., a slide plate). The second cover member (221) may have a plate shape and include a first surface (e.g., the first surface (F1) of FIG. 4) that supports internal components. For example, the second cover member (221) may support at least a portion of the display (203) (e.g., the first display area (A1)). In one embodiment, the second cover member (221) may be referred to as a front cover.

[0072] According to one embodiment, the second cover member (221) may include a second-first side wall (221a), a second-second side wall (221b) extending from the second-first side wall (221a), and a second-third side wall (221c) extending from the second-first side wall (221a) and being substantially parallel to the second-second side wall (221b). According to one embodiment, the second-second side wall (221b) and the second-third side wall (221c) may be formed substantially perpendicular to the second-first side wall (221a).

[0073] According to various embodiments, the second housing portion (202) may form a slide-in state and a slide-out state of the electronic device (101) by moving in a first direction (e.g., direction (1)) parallel to the 2-2 side wall (221b) or the 2-3 side wall (221c). In the slide-in state of the electronic device (101), the second housing portion (202) may be positioned at a first distance from the 1-1 side wall (211a) of the first housing portion (201), and in the slide-out state of the electronic device (101), the second housing portion (202) may be positioned at a second distance greater than the first distance from the 1-1 side wall (211a) of the first housing portion (201). In one embodiment, in the slide-in state of the electronic device (101), the first housing portion (201) may be formed to surround a portion of the second-second side wall (221b) and the second-third side wall (221c).

[0074] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may have an intermediate state between the slide-in state (e.g., a fully closed state) of FIG. 2 and the slide-out state (e.g., a fully opened state) of FIG. 3. In the intermediate state of the electronic device (101), the distance between the first-first sidewall (211a) and the second-first sidewall (221a) may be shorter than the distance between the first-first sidewall (211a) and the second-first sidewall (221a) of the electronic device (101) in the fully opened state, and may be longer than the distance between the first-first sidewall (211a) and the second-first sidewall (221a) of the electronic device (101) in the fully closed state. According to one embodiment, as at least a portion of the display (203) slides in the intermediate state of the electronic device (101), an area exposed to the outside may vary. For example, in an intermediate state of the electronic device (101), the ratio of the width (length in the X direction) and the height (length in the Y direction) of the display (203) and / or the distance between the first-first side wall (211a) and the second-first side wall (221a) can be changed based on the slide movement of the electronic device (101).

[0075] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a display (203), a key input device (245), a connector hole (243), an audio module (247a, 247b), or a camera module (249a, 249b). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may further include an indicator (e.g., an LED device) or various sensor modules.

[0076] According to one embodiment, the display (203) may be formed such that the size of a portion visible from the front side of the housing (210) changes based on the sliding movement of the second housing portion (202). According to one embodiment, the display (203) may include a first display area (A1) and a second display area (A2) configured to be exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101) based on the sliding movement of the second housing portion (202).

[0077] According to one embodiment, the first display area (A1) may be disposed on the second housing portion (202). For example, the first display area (A1) may be disposed on the second cover member (221) of the second housing portion (202). According to one embodiment, the second display area (A2) extends from the first display area (A1) and may be accommodated into the interior of the first housing portion (201) or visually exposed to the exterior of the electronic device (101) as the second housing portion (202) slides relative to the first housing portion (201). According to one embodiment, as the electronic device (101) changes from a slide-in state to a slide-out state, the display (203) may extend in a downward direction (e.g., a -Y direction) of the electronic device (101). For example, in the slide-out state of the electronic device (101), the second display area (A2) can be visually exposed from below (e.g., in the -Y direction) of the display (203). According to one embodiment, as the electronic device (101) changes from the slide-in state to the slide-out state, the display (203) can be expanded in the upper direction (e.g., in the +Y direction) of the electronic device (101). For example, in the slide-out state of the electronic device (101), the second display area (A2) can be visually exposed from above (e.g., in the +Y direction) of the display (203).

[0078] According to one embodiment, the second display area (A2) moves substantially under the guidance of a region of the first housing part (201) (e.g., the curved surface (213a) of FIG. 4) and may be accommodated in a space located inside the first housing part (201) or exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the second display area (A2) may move based on the sliding movement of the second housing part (202) in a first direction (e.g., the direction indicated by arrow (1)). For example, while the second housing part (202) slides, a portion of the second display area (A2) may be deformed into a curved shape at a position corresponding to the curved surface (213a) of the first housing part (201).

[0079] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a slide-in state to a slide-out state (e.g., when the second housing portion (202) slides to extend with respect to the first housing portion (201) when viewed from the top of the second cover member (221) (e.g., the front cover), the second display area (A2) may be gradually exposed to the outside of the first housing portion (201) to form a substantially flat surface together with the first display area (A1). According to one embodiment, the display (203) may be coupled to or disposed adjacent to a touch detection circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the intensity (pressure) of a touch, and / or a digitizer capable of detecting a magnetic field-type stylus pen. According to one embodiment, regardless of whether the electronic device (101) is in a slide-in or slide-out state, a portion of the visually exposed second display area (A2) may be positioned on a portion of the first housing portion (e.g., the curved surface (213a) of FIG. 4), and a portion of the second display area (A2) may maintain a curved shape at a position corresponding to the curved surface (213a).

[0080] According to one embodiment, the key input device (245) may be located in an area of ​​the housing (210) (e.g., the first housing portion (201) and / or the second housing portion (202)). Depending on the appearance and usage state, the illustrated key input device (245) may be omitted, or the electronic device (101) may be designed to include additional key input device(s). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a key input device not illustrated, for example, a home key button, or a touch pad disposed around the home key button. According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the key input device (245) may be disposed on the first-first side wall (211a), the first-second side wall (211b), and / or the first-third side wall (211c) of the first housing portion (201). According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the key input device (245) may be disposed on the second-first side wall (221a), the second-second side wall (221b), and / or the second-third side wall (221c) of the second housing portion (202).

[0081] According to one embodiment, the connector hole (243) may be omitted depending on the embodiment, and may accommodate a connector (e.g., a USB connector) for transmitting and receiving power and / or data with an external electronic device. According to one embodiment (not shown), the electronic device (101) may include a plurality of connector holes (243), and some of the plurality of connector holes (243) may function as connector holes for transmitting and receiving audio signals with an external electronic device. In the illustrated embodiment, the connector hole (243) is located in the second housing portion (202), but is not limited thereto, and the connector hole (243) or a connector hole not shown may be located in the first housing portion (201).

[0082] According to one embodiment, the audio module (247a, 247b) may include at least one speaker hole (247a) or at least one microphone hole (247b). One of the speaker holes (247a) may be provided as a receiver hole for voice calls, and the other may be provided as an external speaker hole. The electronic device (101) includes a microphone for acquiring sound, and the microphone may acquire sound from outside the electronic device (101) through the microphone hole (247b). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a plurality of microphones for detecting the direction of sound. According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include an audio module in which the speaker hole (247a) and the microphone hole (247b) are implemented as a single hole, or may include a speaker from which the speaker hole (247a) is excluded (e.g., a piezo speaker). According to one embodiment, the speaker hole (247a) and the microphone hole (247b) may be located in the first housing portion (201) and / or the second housing portion (202).

[0083] According to one embodiment, the camera modules (249a, 249b) may include a first camera module (249a) (e.g., a front camera) and a second camera module (249b) (e.g., a rear camera). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include at least one of a wide-angle camera, a telephoto camera, or a macro camera, and may measure a distance to a subject by including an infrared projector and / or an infrared receiver, depending on the embodiment. The camera modules (249a, 249b) may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, and / or an image signal processor. The first camera module (249a) may be arranged to face the same direction as the display (203) (e.g., the +Z direction in FIG. 4). For example, the first camera module (249a) may be disposed around the first display area (A1) or in an area overlapping with the display (203), and when disposed in an area overlapping with the display (203), may capture a subject by passing through the display (203). According to one embodiment, the first camera module (249a) may not be visually exposed to the screen display area (e.g., the first display area (A1)) and may include a hidden under-display camera (UDC). According to one embodiment, the second camera module (249b) may capture a subject in a direction opposite to the first display area (A1) (e.g., the -Z direction in FIG. 4). According to one embodiment, the first camera module (249a) and / or the second camera module (249b) may be disposed on the second housing portion (202). According to one embodiment, the second camera modules (249b) may be formed in multiple pieces to provide various arrangements. For example, the multiple second camera modules (249b) may be arranged along a width direction (X-axis direction) that is substantially perpendicular to the sliding movement direction (e.g., Y-axis direction) of the electronic device (101).According to one embodiment, a plurality of second camera modules (249b) may be arranged along a sliding movement direction (e.g., Y-axis direction) of the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, a plurality of second camera modules (249b) may be arranged along N * M rows and columns like a matrix.

[0084] According to one embodiment, the second camera module (249b) is not visually exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101) when the electronic device (101) is in a slide-in state, and can capture the outside of the electronic device (101) when the electronic device (101) is in a slide-out state. According to one embodiment, the second camera module (249b) can capture the outside of the electronic device (101) when the electronic device (101) is in a slide-in state and / or a slide-out state. For example, at least a portion of the housing (210) (e.g., the first rear plate (215) and / or the second rear plate (225) of FIG. 4) is substantially transparent, and the second camera module (249b) can capture the outside of the electronic device (101) by passing through the first rear plate (215) and / or the second rear plate (225). According to one embodiment, the second camera module (249b) is visually exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101) in the slide-in and slide-out states of the electronic device (101) and can capture the outside. For example, the first housing portion (201) (e.g., the first rear plate (215) of FIG. 4) may include an opening (201a) for the second camera module (249b).

[0085] According to one embodiment, an indicator (not shown) of the electronic device (101) may be disposed in the first housing portion (201) or the second housing portion (202), and may provide status information of the electronic device (101) as a visual signal by including a light-emitting diode. The sensor modules (261a, 261b) of the electronic device (101) may generate an electrical signal or a data value corresponding to an internal operating state of the electronic device (101) or an external environmental state. The sensor modules (261a, 261b) may include a proximity sensor, a fingerprint sensor, and / or a biometric sensor (e.g., an iris / facial recognition sensor or an HRM sensor). In one embodiment, the sensor modules (261a, 261b) may further include at least one of a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor. According to one embodiment, the sensor modules (261a, 261b) may be disposed in the first housing portion (201) and / or the second housing portion (202). For example, the sensor modules (261a, 261b) may include a first sensor module (261a) (e.g., a proximity sensor or a light sensor) disposed on the front side of the electronic device (101) and / or a second sensor module (261b) (e.g., a heart rate monitoring (HRM) sensor) disposed on the rear side of the electronic device (101).

[0086] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. The components described with reference to FIG. 4 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 3 . The components described with reference to FIG. 4 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to FIGS. 5 to 16 .

[0087] An electronic device (101) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 to 3) may include a first housing portion (201), a second housing portion (202), a display assembly (230), and a driving structure (240). The configuration of the first housing portion (201), the second housing portion (202), and the display assembly (230) of FIG. 4 may be all or part of the same as the configuration of the first housing portion (201), the second housing portion (202), and the display (203) of FIGS. 2 and / or 3.

[0088] According to one embodiment, the first housing portion (201) may include a first cover member (211) (e.g., the first cover member (211) of FIGS. 2 and 3), a support member (213), and a first rear plate (215).

[0089] In one embodiment, the first cover member (211) can accommodate at least a portion of the support member (213) and accommodate a component (e.g., a battery (289)) positioned on the support member (213). In one embodiment, the first cover member (211) can be formed to surround at least a portion of the second housing portion (202). In one embodiment, the first cover member (211) can protect a component (e.g., a second circuit board (249) and the support member (213)) positioned on the first housing portion (201) from external impact. In one embodiment, a second circuit board (249) electrically connected to an electrical component (e.g., an actuator, a speaker, a SIM socket, and / or the first circuit board (248)) can be connected to the first cover member (211).

[0090] In one embodiment, the support member (213) can be connected to the first cover member (211). For example, the support member (213) can be connected to the first cover member (211), and the second housing portion (202) can move relatively to the first cover member (211) and / or the support member (213). In one embodiment, the support member (213) can accommodate the battery (289). For example, the support member (213) can include a groove for accommodating the battery (289). The support member (213) can be connected to the battery cover (289a) and, together with the battery cover (289a), can surround at least a portion of the battery (289). In one embodiment, the support member (213) can include a curved portion (213a) facing the display assembly (230).

[0091] In one embodiment, the first back plate (215) can substantially form at least a portion of the first housing portion (201) or the exterior of the electronic device (101). For example, the first back plate (215) can be coupled to an outer surface of the first cover member (211). In one embodiment, the first back plate (215) can provide a decorative effect on the exterior of the electronic device (101). The first back plate (215) can be manufactured using at least one of metal, glass, synthetic resin, or ceramic.

[0092] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) may include a second cover member (221) (e.g., the second cover member (221) of FIGS. 2 and 3), a rear cover (223), and a second rear plate (225).

[0093] According to one embodiment, the second cover member (221) is connected to the first housing portion (201) via a guide rail (250) and can move linearly back and forth in one direction (e.g., in the direction of arrow (1) in FIG. 3) while being guided by the guide rail (250).

[0094] According to one embodiment, the second cover member (221) can support at least a portion of the display (231). For example, the second cover member (221) includes a first surface (F1), and a first display area (A1) of the display (231) can be substantially positioned on the first surface (F1) and maintained in a flat shape. According to one embodiment, the second cover member (221) can be formed of a metallic material and / or a non-metallic (e.g., polymer) material. According to one embodiment, a first circuit board (248) that accommodates electronic components (e.g., the processor (120) and / or the memory (130) of FIG. 1) can be connected to the second cover member (221). According to one embodiment, the second cover member (221) can protect components (e.g., the first circuit board (248) and the rear cover (223)) positioned in the second housing portion (202) from external impact.

[0095] According to one embodiment, the rear cover (223) can protect a component (e.g., a first circuit board (248)) located on the second cover member (221). For example, the rear cover (223) can be connected to the second cover member (221) and formed to surround at least a portion of the first circuit board (248). According to one embodiment, the rear cover (223) can include an antenna pattern (e.g., at least one antenna element (223a)) for communicating with an external electronic device. For example, the at least one antenna element (223a) can be disposed on an outer surface (e.g., one surface facing the -Z-axis direction) of the rear cover (223) when the rear cover (223) is formed of an injection-molded product of a dielectric material (e.g., an antenna carrier). For example, at least one antenna element (223a) may include an LDS (laser direct structuring) antenna pattern formed on the outer surface of the rear cover (223). For example, at least one antenna element (223a) may be formed in a manner that it is built in when the rear cover (223) is injected. For example, at least one antenna element (223a) may be configured to transmit or receive a wireless signal in a designated frequency band (e.g., a legacy band) by being electrically connected to a wireless communication circuit (e.g., a wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1) disposed on the first circuit board (248).

[0096] In one embodiment, the second back plate (225) can substantially form at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) or the exterior of the electronic device (101). For example, the second back plate (225) can be coupled to an outer surface of the second cover member (221). In one embodiment, the second back plate (225) can provide a decorative effect on the exterior of the electronic device (101). The second back plate (225) can be manufactured using at least one of metal, glass, synthetic resin, or ceramic.

[0097] According to one embodiment, the display assembly (230) may include a display (231) (e.g., the display (203) of FIG. 2 and / or FIG. 3) and a multi-bar structure (232) supporting the display (231). According to one embodiment, the display (231) may be referred to as a flexible display, a foldable display, and / or a rollable display. According to one embodiment, the structure supporting the first display area (A1) of the display (231) may not be deformed. According to one embodiment, the structure supporting the second display area (A2) may be deformed. A first degree of deformation of the first structure (e.g., the second cover member (221)) supporting the first display area (A1) of the display (231) due to an external force may be less than a second degree of deformation of the second structure (e.g., the multi-bar structure (232)) supporting the second display area (A2) of the display (231) due to the external force. For example, the first display area (A1) may be supported by the first surface (F1) of the second cover member (221) or a plate not shown. The second display area (A2) may be supported by the multi-bar structure (232). For example, the first degree of deformation of the second cover member (221) due to an external force may be smaller than the second degree of deformation of the multi-bar structure (232) due to the external force. For example, the hardness of the second cover member (221) may be larger than the hardness of the multi-bar structure (232). For example, the first flexibility of the second cover member (221) may be smaller than the second flexibility of the multi-bar structure (232).

[0098] According to one embodiment, the multi-bar structure (232) can be connected or attached to at least a portion of the display (231) (e.g., the second display area (A2)). According to one embodiment, as the second housing portion (202) slides, the multi-bar structure (232) can move with respect to the first housing portion (201). In the slide-in state of the electronic device (101) (e.g., FIG. 2), the multi-bar structure (232) can be mostly accommodated inside the first housing portion (201) and positioned between the first cover member (211) and the second cover member (221). According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the multi-bar structure (232) can move in response to a curved surface (213a) positioned at the edge of the support member (213). According to one embodiment, the multi-bar structure (232) can be referred to as a display support member or support structure and can be in the form of an elastic plate.

[0099] In one embodiment, the drive structure (240) can move the second housing portion (202) relative to the first housing portion (201). For example, the drive structure (240) can include an actuator (241) configured to generate a driving force for sliding movement of the second housing portion (202) relative to the first housing portion (201). The drive structure (240) can include a gear (244) (e.g., a pinion) connected to the actuator (241) and a rack (242) configured to mesh with the gear. Referring to FIG. 4, components of the drive structure (240) (e.g., the actuator (241), the rack (242), and the gear (244)) are illustrated inverted within a P1 circle (e.g., facing in the -Z-axis direction).

[0100] In one embodiment, the housing in which the rack (242) is positioned and the housing in which the actuator (241) is positioned may be different. In one embodiment, the actuator (241) may be connected to the first housing portion (201), and the rack (242) may be connected to the second housing portion (202). In one embodiment, the actuator (241) may be connected to the second housing portion (202), and the rack (242) may be connected to the first housing portion (201).

[0101] In one embodiment, the actuator (241) may be controlled by a processor (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1). For example, the processor (120) may include an actuator driver driving circuit and may transmit a pulse width modulation (PWM) signal to the actuator (241) for controlling the speed of the actuator (241) and / or the torque of the actuator (241). In one embodiment, the actuator (241) may be electrically connected to a processor (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1) located on a circuit board (e.g., the first circuit board (248) of FIG. 4) using a flexible printed circuit board.

[0102] In one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) can accommodate a first circuit board (248) (e.g., a main board). In one embodiment, a processor, memory, and / or an interface can be mounted on the first circuit board (248). The processor can include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphics processing unit, an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor. In various embodiments, the first circuit board (248) can include a flexible printed circuit board type radio frequency cable (FRC). The first circuit board (248) can be disposed on at least a portion of the second cover member (221) and can be electrically connected to an antenna module (e.g., an antenna module (197) of FIG. 1) and a communication module (e.g., a communication module (190) of FIG. 1).

[0103] According to one embodiment, the memory may include, for example, volatile memory or non-volatile memory.

[0104] According to one embodiment, the interface may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, and / or an audio interface. The interface may electrically or physically connect the electronic device (101) to an external electronic device, for example, and may include a USB connector, an SD card / MMC connector, or an audio connector.

[0105] In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a first circuit board (248) (e.g., a main circuit board) and a second circuit board (249) (e.g., a sub-circuit board) spaced apart from the first circuit board (248) within the first housing portion (201). The second circuit board (249) may be electrically connected to the first circuit board (248) via a flexible substrate. The second circuit board (249) may be electrically connected to electrical components disposed in an end region of the electronic device (101), such as a battery (289) or a speaker and / or a SIM socket, to transmit signals and power. In one embodiment, the second circuit board (249) may accommodate an antenna member (271) (e.g., a coil) or be connected to the antenna member (271). The antenna member (271) may include a multi-function coil (MFC) antenna including a wireless charging antenna for a wireless charging function, an NFC (near field communication) antenna for an NFC function, and / or an MST (magnetic secure transmission) antenna for performing an electronic payment function. For example, the battery (289) may receive power from an external electronic device using the antenna member (271) for wireless charging. According to one embodiment, the battery (289) may transmit power to an external electronic device using the antenna member (271) for wireless charging.

[0106] In one embodiment, the battery (289) is a device for supplying power to at least one component of the electronic device (101), and may include a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell. The battery (289) may be integrally disposed within the electronic device (101), or may be detachably disposed with the electronic device (101). In one embodiment, the battery (289) may be formed as a single integral battery or may include multiple detachable batteries. In one embodiment, the battery (289) may be positioned in the support member (213). For example, the battery (289) may be surrounded by the support member (213) and a battery cover (289a). In one embodiment, the battery (289) may be positioned within the second housing portion (202) and may slide together with the second housing portion (202).

[0107] In one embodiment, the guide rail (250) can guide the movement of the multi-bar structure (232). For example, the multi-bar structure (232) can slide along a slit (251) formed in the guide rail (250). In one embodiment, the guide rail (250) can be connected to the first housing part (201). For example, the guide rail (250) can be connected to the first cover member (211) and / or the support member (213). In one embodiment, the slit (251) can be referred to as a groove or recess formed on the inner surface of the guide rail (250). Referring to FIG. 4, the guide rail (250) is illustrated enlarged within a P2 circle.

[0108] According to one embodiment, the guide rail (250) can guide the movement of the multi-bar structure (232) when the actuator (241) is driven. For example, when the actuator (241) is driven, the multi-bar structure (232) can move along the guide rail (250). For example, the multi-bar structure (232) can move along the guide structure (e.g., the guide (350) of FIGS. 1 to 16). For example, the multi-bar structure (232) can move together with at least a portion of the guide structure (e.g., the guide (350) of FIGS. 1 to 16) (e.g., the second frame (352) of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0109] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a slide-in state to a slide-out state, at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) can slide to be exposed to the outside from the first housing portion (201) through the driving of the actuator (241). For example, the gear (244) can rotate in the first rotational direction based on the driving of the actuator (241). As the rack (242) is fixed on the second cover member (221) of the second housing portion (202), the second housing portion (202) can slide to be exposed to the outside of the first housing portion (201) based on the sliding movement of the rack (242) toward the slide-out direction.

[0110] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a slide-in state to a slide-out state, the multi-bar structure (232) can move along the inner portion (252) of the guide rail (250). The guide rail (250) can guide the movement of the multi-bar structure (232), and the second housing portion (202) can slide to expand with respect to the first housing portion (201). At least a portion of the display assembly (230) accommodated between the first cover member (211) and the support member (213) can expand toward the front.

[0111] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a slide-out state to a slide-in state, at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) can slide to be inserted into the first housing portion (201) through the driving of the actuator (241). For example, the gear (244) can rotate in a second rotational direction opposite to the first rotational direction based on the driving of the actuator (241). Since the rack (242) is fixed on the second cover member (221) of the second housing portion (202), the second housing portion (202) can slide to be inserted into the first housing portion (201) based on the sliding movement of the rack (242) toward the slide-in direction.

[0112] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a slide-out state to a slide-in state, the outer portion (253) of the guide rail (250) can provide force to the bent multi-bar structure (232). The multi-bar structure (232) provided with force moves along the slit (251) of the guide rail (250), and at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) can slide so as to be accommodated in the first housing portion (201). At least a portion of the display assembly (230) can be accommodated between the first cover member (211) and the support member (213).

[0113] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may be configured to stop in a designated intermediate state between the slide-in state and the slide-out state by controlling the driving of the actuator (241) (free stop function). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may be changed to the slide-in state, the intermediate state, or the slide-out state through a user's operation in a state where no driving force is provided to the actuator (241).

[0114] Fig. 5 is a drawing showing some parts of an electronic device (101) disassembled. The components described with reference to Fig. 5 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 4. The components described with reference to Fig. 5 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 6a to 16.

[0115] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a housing (310). The housing (310) may include a first housing (301) and a second housing (302) movably positioned relative to the first housing (301). The description of the housing (310) may be identical to the description of the housing (210) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4.

[0116] According to one embodiment, the first housing (301) may include a first housing body (311). The first housing body (311) may form a surface of the first housing (301). The description of the first housing body (311) may be identical to the description of the first cover member (211) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4.

[0117] According to one embodiment, the first housing (301) may include a support member (313). The support member (313) may be disposed inside the first housing body (311). The support member (313) may accommodate a battery (e.g., battery (289) of FIG. 4). The support member (313) may be referred to as a “case.” The support member (313) may be referred to as a “receiving member.” The support member (313) may be referred to as a “cover member.” The description of the support member (313) may be identical to the description of the support member (213) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4.

[0118] According to one embodiment, the first housing (301) may include a first rear cover (315). The first rear cover (315) may be coupled to the first housing body (311). The description of the first rear cover (315) may be identical to the description of the first rear plate (215) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4.

[0119] According to one embodiment, the second housing (302) may include a second housing body (321). The second housing body (321) may form a surface of the second housing (302). The description of the second housing body (321) may be identical to the description of the second cover member (221) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4.

[0120] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a substrate (323). The substrate (323) may be disposed inside the second housing body (321). The substrate (323) may move together with the second housing (302).

[0121] According to one embodiment, the second housing (302) may include a second rear cover (325). The second rear cover (325) may be coupled to the second housing body (321). The description of the second rear cover (325) may be identical to the description of the second rear plate (225) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4.

[0122] In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a display (330). At least a portion of the display (330) may be movable along with the second housing (302). At least a portion of the display (330) may be configured to fold or unfold. The display (330) may be referred to as a “flexible display.”

[0123] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a driving device (340). The driving device (340) may provide power for movement of the second housing (302). The description of the driving device (340) may be identical to the description of the driving structure (240) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4.

[0124] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a guide (350). The guide (350) may be configured to guide movement of the second housing (302). At least a portion of the guide (350) may be fixed to the first housing (301). At least a portion of the guide (350) may move together with the second housing (302). The guide (350) may include a plurality of guides (3501, 3502). The plurality of guides (3501, 3502) may be spaced apart from each other. The guide (350) may include a first guide (3501) and a second guide (3502) that are spaced apart from each other.

[0125] Fig. 6a is a drawing of the electronic device (101) in a first operating state. Fig. 6b is a drawing of the electronic device (101) in a second operating state. The components described with reference to Figs. 6a and 6b may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 5. The components described with reference to Figs. 6a and 6b may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 7 to 16.

[0126] According to one embodiment, the second housing (302) can be movably arranged with respect to the first housing (301). The display (330) can move together with the second housing (302). For example, when the operating state of FIG. 6A is changed to the operating state of FIG. 6B, the second housing (302) can move by a movement distance (D) with respect to the first housing (301). For example, when the operating state of FIG. 6A is changed to the operating state of FIG. 6B, the length of the display (330) visually exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101) can be changed from the first length (L1) to the second length (L2).

[0127] Fig. 7 is a part of a cross-sectional view taken along the A-A' reference line illustrated in Fig. 6a. Fig. 8 is a part of a cross-sectional view taken along the B-B' reference line illustrated in Fig. 6b. The components described with reference to Figs. 7 and 8 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 6b. The components described with reference to Figs. 7 and 8 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 9 to 16.

[0128] According to one embodiment, the support member (313) may be disposed within the first housing (301). The electronic device (101) may include a battery (389). The description of the battery (389) may be identical to the description of the battery (289) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4. The battery (389) may be disposed within the support member (313).

[0129] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the guide (350) may be positioned inside the first housing (301). The guide (350) may face the first housing body (311). In one embodiment, the guide (350) may be referred to as a “linear motion guide (LM guide).” For example, the guide (350) may guide the second housing (302) to move linearly with respect to the first housing (301).

[0130] According to one embodiment, the guide (350) may include a first frame (351). The first frame (351) may be fixed to the first housing (301). The first frame (351) may extend along the moving direction of the second housing (302). The first frame (351) may face the support member (313). The first frame (351) may face the first housing body (311). The first frame (351) may be referred to as a “block.” The first frame (351) may be referred to as a “rail.” The first frame (351) may be referred to as a “guide frame.”

[0131] According to one embodiment, the guide (350) may include a second frame (352). The second frame (352) may be movably arranged with respect to the first frame (351). The second frame (352) may extend along an extension direction of the first frame (351). The second frame (352) may extend along a movement direction of the second housing (302). The second frame (352) may be arranged on the inside of the first frame (351). The second frame (352) may face the support member (313). The second frame (352) may include a second-first frame (352-1) and a second-second frame (352-2). The second-first frame (352-1) and the second-second frame (352-2) may be spaced apart from each other in a direction substantially perpendicular to a movement direction of the second housing (302). The second-first frame (352-1) and the second-second frame (352-2) may have the same structure and shape. The second-first frame (352-1) may be coupled to the first side portion of the second housing (302), and the second-second frame (352-2) may be coupled to the second side portion of the second housing (302) opposite the first side portion. The second frame (352) may be referred to as a “slider”. The second frame (352) may be referred to as a “mover”. The second frame (352) may be referred to as a “carrier”. The second frame (352) may be referred to as a “conveyer”. The second frame (352) may be referred to as a “rail”.

[0132] According to one embodiment, the guide (350) may include a bearing (353). The bearing (353) may be positioned inside the first frame (351). The bearing (353) may be positioned between the first frame (351) and the second frame (352).

[0133] According to one embodiment, the support member (313) may include a first support wall (3131) and a second support wall (3132). The first support wall (3131) and the second support wall (3132) may be spaced apart from each other. The battery (389) may be disposed between the first support wall (3131) and the second support wall (3132). The battery (389) may be mounted on the first support wall (3131). The second support wall (3132) may cover the battery (389).

[0134] In one embodiment, the support member (313) may include a support side wall (3133). The support side wall (3133) may connect the first support wall (3131) and the second support wall (3132). The support side wall (3133) may cover a side surface of the battery (389). The support member (313) may include a support protrusion (3134). The support protrusion (3134) may protrude from the support side wall (3133). The support protrusion (3134) may protrude from the support side wall (3133) toward the guide (350). The support side wall (3133) may protrude toward the first frame (351). The support member (313) may include a shielding surface (3134a) facing the first frame (351). The shielding surface (3134a) can seal the guide space (354). The shielding surface (3134a) can be formed on the supporting protrusion (3134).

[0135] According to one embodiment, the first frame (351) may include a frame side wall (3511). The frame side wall (3511) may face the first housing body (311). The frame side wall (3511) may be spaced apart from the support protrusion (3134). The frame side wall (3511) may be disposed between the support member (313) and the first housing body (311). The frame side wall (3511) may include a first surface (3511a) and a second surface (3511b). The first surface (3511a) may face the first housing body (311). The second surface (3511b) may face the support member (313). The first surface (3511a) may form an outer surface of the first frame (351). The second side (3511b) can form the inner side of the first frame (351).

[0136] In one embodiment, the first frame (351) may include a first frame wall (3512). The first frame (351) may include a second frame wall (3513). The first frame wall (3512) and the second frame wall (3513) may be spaced apart from each other. The frame side wall (3511) may connect the first frame wall (3512) and the second frame wall (3513). The first frame wall (3512) may extend from the frame side wall (3511) toward the support member (313). The second frame wall (3513) may extend from the frame side wall (3511) toward the support member (313).

[0137] According to one embodiment, the first frame (351) may include a first step portion (3514) and a second step portion (3515). The first step portion (3514) may be connected to each of the frame side wall (3511) and the first frame wall (3512). The first step portion (3514) may protrude from the frame side wall (3511) toward the guide space (354). The second step portion (3515) may be connected to each of the frame side wall (3511) and the second frame wall (3513). The second step portion (3515) may protrude from the frame side wall (3511) toward the guide space (354). The bearing (353) may be disposed between the step portions (3514, 3515) and the support member (313). The second frame (352) can be placed between the frame side wall (3511) and the support member (313).

[0138] According to one embodiment, the guide (350) may include a guide space (354). The guide space (354) may be formed between the first frame (351) and the support member (313). The guide space (354) may be formed between the frame side wall (3511) and the support protrusion (3134). The guide space (354) may be formed between the first frame wall (3512) and the second frame wall (3513). The second frame (352) may be movably arranged within the guide space (354). The guide space (354) may be sealed by a shielding surface (3134a).

[0139] Fig. 9 is a drawing showing a portion of an electronic device (101) with a portion of the first housing (301) removed, viewed through a second housing (302). The components described with reference to Fig. 9 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 8. The components described with reference to Fig. 9 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 10 to 16.

[0140] According to one embodiment, the support member (313) may be positioned between the first guide (3501) and the second guide (3502). The second housing (302) may be guided in movement by the first guide (3501) and the second guide (3502).

[0141] FIG. 10a is a cross-sectional view taken along the C-C' reference line illustrated in FIG. 9 when the electronic device (101) is in a first operating state. FIG. 10b is a cross-sectional view taken along the C-C' reference line illustrated in FIG. 9 when the electronic device (101) is in a second operating state. The components described with reference to FIGS. 10a and 10b may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 9. The components described with reference to FIGS. 10a and 10b may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to FIGS. 11 to 16.

[0142] According to one embodiment, the second frame (352) can be movably arranged inside the first frame (351). A guide space (354) can be formed inside the first frame (351). The second frame (352) can be movably arranged in the guide space (354).

[0143] In one embodiment, the bearing (353) may be positioned between the first frame wall (3512) and the second frame (352). The bearing (353) may move together with the second frame (352). The bearing (353) may move along the first frame wall (3512). The bearing (353) may be a ball bearing.

[0144] In one embodiment, the bearing (353) may be positioned between the second frame wall (3513) and the second frame (352). The bearing (353) may move together with the second frame (352). The bearing (353) may move along the second frame wall (3513). The bearing (353) may be a ball bearing.

[0145] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the bearing (353) may be fixed to the first frame (351), unlike as illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 16. The bearing (353) may support the second frame (352). For example, the bearing (353) may be disposed between the first frame (351) and the second frame (352), and may be fixed to the first frame (351) and not move when the second frame (352) moves relative to the first frame (351). The bearing (353) may include a roller or a ball bearing.

[0146] In one embodiment, the guide (350) may include a head (355). The head (355) may be movable together with the second frame (352). A bearing (353) may be coupled to the head (355). The bearing (353) may be movable together with the head (355).

[0147] According to one embodiment, the first frame (351) may include a frame body (3516). The frame body (3516) may be coupled to a support member (313). The frame body (3516) may be fixed to the first housing (301) via the support member (313). The first frame wall (3512) and the second frame wall (3513) may extend from the frame body (3516).

[0148] According to one embodiment, the second frame (352) can move relative to the first frame (351). When the second frame (352) moves relative to the first frame (351), the shielding surface (3134a) can face the guide space (354).

[0149] Fig. 11 is a drawing illustrating the combination of a support member (313) and guides (3501, 3502). The components described with reference to Fig. 11 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 10. The components described with reference to Fig. 11 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 12 to 16.

[0150] According to one embodiment, the guides (3501, 3502) can be coupled to the support member (313). The first guide (3501) can be coupled to the first side portion of the support member (313), and the second guide (3502) can be coupled to the second side portion of the support member (313). The description of the coupling of the guide (350) and the support member (313) using the second guide (3502) as an example can be equally applied to the coupling of the first guide (3501) and the support member (313).

[0151] In one embodiment, the guide (350) may include a first fastening portion (3517). The first fastening portion (3517) may be opened in a first surface (3511a) of the first frame (351). The first fastening portion (3517) may include a plurality of fastening portions (3517-1, 3517-2). For example, the first fastening portion (3517) may include a first-first fastening portion (3517-1) and a first-second fastening portion (3517-2) that are spaced apart from each other. The guide (350) may include a first fastening member (356) penetrating the first fastening portion (3517). The first frame (351) may be fixed to the support member (313) by the first fastening member (356). The first fastening member (356) may include a plurality of first fastening members (356-1, 356-2). For example, the first fastening member (356) may include a first-first fastening member (356-1) penetrating the first-first fastening portion (3517-1) and a first-second fastening member (356-2) penetrating the first-second fastening portion (3517-2).

[0152] In one embodiment, the guide (350) may include a second fastening portion (3518). The second fastening portion (3518) may face the second support wall (3132). The second fastening portion (3518) may extend from the second frame wall (3513) to the upper side of the second support wall (3132). The second fastening portion (3518) may include a plurality of second fastening portions (3518-1, 3518-2). For example, the second fastening portion (3518) may include a second-first fastening portion (3518-1) that is a part of the first guide (3501) and a second-second fastening portion (3518-2) that is a part of the second guide (3502). The guide (350) may include a second fastening member (357) that penetrates the second fastening portion (3518). The second fastening member (357) can penetrate the second fastening portion (3518) and the second support wall (3132). The first frame (351) can be fixed to the support member (313) by the second fastening member (357). The second fastening member (357) can include a plurality of second fastening members (357-1, 357-2). For example, the second fastening member (357) can include a second-first fastening member (357-1) penetrating the second-first fastening portion (3518-1) and a second-second fastening member (357-2) penetrating the second-second fastening portion (3518-2).

[0153] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a flexible circuit board (388). The flexible circuit board (388) may connect a battery (389) and a substrate (e.g., substrate (323) of FIG. 5). At least a portion of the flexible circuit board (388) may be disposed on the inside of the support member (313).

[0154] Fig. 12 is a drawing illustrating the combination of the second housing (302) and the second frame (352). The components described with reference to Fig. 12 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 11. The components described with reference to Fig. 12 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 13 to 16.

[0155] In one embodiment, the second frame (352) can be fixed to the second housing (302). The second frame (352) can move together with the second housing (302).

[0156] According to one embodiment, the second frame (352) may include a second-first frame (352-1) and a second-second frame (352-2). The second-first frame (352-1) and the second-second frame (352-2) may be spaced apart from each other. The second-first frame (352-1) and the second-second frame (352-2) may be coupled to different side portions of the second housing (302).

[0157] According to one embodiment, the second frame (352) may include a second frame body (3521). The second frame body (3521) may extend along the moving direction of the second housing (302). The second frame body (3521) may include a second-first frame body (3521-1) which is a part of the second-first frame (352-1) and a second-second frame body (3521-2) which is a part of the second-second frame (352-2). The second frame (352) may include a second frame protrusion (3522). The second frame protrusion (3522) may protrude from the second frame body (3521). The second frame protrusion (3522) may include a second-first frame protrusion (3522-1) protruding from the second-first frame body (3521-1) and a second-second frame protrusion (3522-2) protruding from the second-second frame body (3521-2).

[0158] According to one embodiment, the second housing (302) may include a frame-joining portion (3022). The frame-joining portion (3022) may correspond to the second frame (352). The frame-joining portion (3022) may include a plurality of frame-joining portions (3022). For example, the frame-joining portion (3022) may include a first frame-joining portion (3022-1) corresponding to the 2-1 frame (352-1) and a second frame-joining portion (3022-2) corresponding to the 2-2 frame (352-2).

[0159] According to one embodiment, the guide (350) may include a third fastening member (358) penetrating the second frame (352). The third fastening member (358) may penetrating the second frame protrusion (3522) and the frame coupling portion (3022). The second frame (352) may be fixed to the second housing (302) by the third fastening member (358). The third fastening member (358) may include a plurality of third fastening members (358-1, 358-2). For example, the third fastening member (358) may include a third-first fastening member (358-1) penetrating the second-first frame (352-1) and a third-second fastening member (358-2) penetrating the second-second frame (352-2).

[0160] Fig. 13 is a drawing of a guide (350). Fig. 14 is a drawing explaining the operation of the guide (350). Fig. 15 is an exploded view of the guide (350). The components described with reference to Figs. 13 to 15 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 12. The components described with reference to Figs. 13 to 15 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Fig. 16.

[0161] According to one embodiment, the second frame (352) can be movably positioned between the first frame wall (3512) and the second frame wall (3513). The first fastening portion (3517) can be opened in the first frame body (3516). The second fastening portion (3518) can protrude from the second frame wall (3513).

[0162] According to one embodiment, the second frame body (3521) can be movably positioned within the guide space (354). The second frame protrusion (3522) can protrude outward from the guide space (354).

[0163] According to one embodiment, the second frame body (3521) may include a first portion (3521a), a second portion (3521b), and a third portion (3521c). The first portion (3521a), the second portion (3521b), and the third portion (3521c) may be movably arranged within the first frame (351). The first portion (3521a) and the second portion (3521b) may be positioned between the first frame wall (3512) and the second frame wall (3513). The first width of the first portion (3521a) between the first frame wall (3512) and the second frame wall (3513) may be greater than the second width of the second portion (3521b) between the first frame wall (3512) and the second frame wall (3513). The third part (3521c) may be positioned between the first part (3521a) and the first frame body (3516). The third part (3521c) may be coupled to a bearing (353).

[0164] In one embodiment, the bearing (353) may include a first bearing (3531) and a second bearing (3532). The first bearing (3531) may be disposed between the first frame wall (3512) and the first portion (3521a). The second bearing (3532) may be disposed between the second frame wall (3513) and the first portion (3521a). The first bearing (3531) and the second bearing (3532) may be ball bearings and may include rollers. The bearing (353) may include a connector (3533). The connector (3533) may connect the first bearing (3531) and the second bearing (3532). The connector (3533) may be coupled to the third portion (3521c). The bearing (353) can move together with the second frame (352).

[0165] Fig. 16 is a part of a cross-sectional view taken along the B-B' reference line illustrated in Fig. 6a. The components described with reference to Fig. 16 may be partially or entirely identical to the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 15.

[0166] According to one embodiment, the guide (350) according to the embodiment of the present disclosure may be arranged such that the frame side wall (3511) faces the housing (310), and a sealed guide space (354) may be formed between the support member (313) and the guide (350). The guide space (354) may be formed between the second surface (3511b) and the support member (313), and may be formed between the first frame wall (3512) and the second frame wall (3513). The first surface (3511a) of the frame side wall (351) may be arranged to face the housing (310).

[0167] The electronic device (101) according to the embodiment of the present disclosure can reduce the introduction of foreign substances into the guide space (354) through which the second frame (352) moves due to the structure of the above-described guide (350) and support member (313).

[0168] The electronic device (101) according to the embodiment of the present disclosure can reduce the size of the bending momentum (M) due to the force (F) transmitted to the inside of the electronic device (101) when a shock occurs between the electronic device (101) and an external object (W) due to the structure of the guide (350) and the support member (313) described above.

[0169] An electronic device may include a first housing and a second housing movably positioned relative to the first housing. The electronic device may include a guide to facilitate movement of the second housing. A space may be formed within the guide, and introduction of foreign matter into the space formed within the guide may reduce the lifespan of the electronic device.

[0170] The problem to be solved in this disclosure may be to reduce the introduction of foreign substances into the guide.

[0171] The problem to be solved in the present disclosure may be to improve the impact resistance of the guide.

[0172] The problem to be solved in this disclosure is not limited to the problem mentioned above, and may be determined in various ways without departing from the spirit and scope of this disclosure.

[0173] An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure can reduce the introduction of foreign substances into the interior of a guide by forming a sealed space between a guide and a support member.

[0174] An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure can reduce deformation of a guide due to external impact through the structure of a guide and a support member.

[0175] The effects that can be obtained from the present disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects that are not mentioned can be clearly understood by a person having ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure belongs from the description below.

[0176] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first housing (e.g., 301 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0177] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 16) may include a second housing (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 16) movably arranged with respect to the first housing (e.g., 301 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0178] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a flexible display (e.g., 330 of FIGS. 1 to 16) configured such that at least a portion thereof is foldable or unfoldable and is movably arranged together with the second housing (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0179] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 16) may include a support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16) fixed to the first housing (e.g., 301 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0180] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) fixed to the first housing (e.g., 301 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0181] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16) that is movably arranged with respect to the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and configured to be movable together with the second housing (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0182] At least a portion of the second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may be positioned between the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0183] The first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a frame side wall (e.g., 3511 of FIGS. 1 to 16) spaced apart from the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and positioned between the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and the first housing (e.g., 301 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0184] The second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may be positioned between the frame side wall (e.g., 3511 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0185] The first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a frame side wall (e.g., 3511 of FIGS. 1 to 16) spaced apart from the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0186] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) may include a first frame wall (e.g., 3512 of FIGS. 1 to 16) extending from the frame side wall (e.g., 3511 of FIGS. 1 to 16) toward the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0187] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) may include a second frame wall (e.g., 3513 of FIGS. 1 to 16) extending from the frame side wall (e.g., 3511 of FIGS. 1 to 16) toward the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and spaced apart from the first frame wall (e.g., 3512 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0188] At least a portion of the second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may be surrounded by the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16), the frame side wall (e.g., 3511 of FIGS. 1 to 16), the first frame wall (e.g., 3512 of FIGS. 1 to 16), and the second frame wall (e.g., 3513 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0189] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) may include a first surface (e.g., 3511a of FIGS. 1 to 16) facing the first housing (e.g., 301 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0190] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) may include a second surface (e.g., 3511b of FIGS. 1 to 16) spaced apart from the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and facing the second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0191] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a guide space (e.g., 354 of FIGS. 1 to 16) formed between the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and in which the second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16) is movably arranged.

[0192] The first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a frame side wall (e.g., 3511 of FIGS. 1 to 16) spaced apart from the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0193] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) may include a first step portion (e.g., 3514 of FIGS. 1 to 16) protruding from the frame side wall (e.g., 3511 of FIGS. 1 to 16) toward the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0194] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) may include a second step portion (e.g., 3515 of FIGS. 1 to 16) that protrudes from the frame side wall (e.g., 3511 of FIGS. 1 to 16) toward the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and is spaced apart from the first step portion (e.g., 3514 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0195] At least a portion of the second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may be positioned between the first step portion (e.g., 3514 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and the second step portion (e.g., 3515 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0196] The support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a support side wall (e.g., 3133 of FIGS. 1 to 16) facing the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0197] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16) may be positioned between the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and the support side wall (e.g., 3133 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0198] The support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a support side wall (e.g., 3133 of FIGS. 1 to 16) spaced apart from the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0199] The support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a support protrusion (e.g., 3134 of FIGS. 1 to 16) protruding from the support side wall (e.g., 3133 of FIGS. 1 to 16) toward the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0200] The support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a shielding surface (e.g., 3134a of FIGS. 1 to 16) formed on the support protrusion (e.g., 3134 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0201] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 16) may include a first fastening member (e.g., 356 of FIGS. 1 to 16) penetrating the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0202] The first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first fastening portion (e.g., 3517 of FIGS. 1 to 16) through which the first fastening member (e.g., 356 of FIGS. 1 to 16) passes.

[0203] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 16) may include a second fastening member (e.g., 357 of FIGS. 1 to 16) penetrating the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0204] The first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a second fastening portion (e.g., 3518 of FIGS. 1 to 16) extending to cover at least a portion of the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and through which the second fastening member (e.g., 357 of FIGS. 1 to 16) passes.

[0205] The second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a second frame body (e.g., 3521 of FIGS. 1 to 16) movably arranged inside the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0206] The second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a second frame protrusion (e.g., 3522 of FIGS. 1 to 16) that protrudes from the second frame body (e.g., 3521 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and is fixed to the second housing (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0207] The second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first portion (e.g., 352a of FIGS. 1 to 16) having a first width.

[0208] The second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a second portion (e.g., 352b of FIGS. 1 to 16) extending from the first portion (e.g., 352a of FIGS. 1 to 16) and having a second width smaller than the first width.

[0209] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a bearing (e.g., 353 of FIGS. 1 to 16) disposed between the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and the second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and configured to move together with the second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0210] The bearing according to one embodiment of the present disclosure (e.g., 353 of FIGS. 1 to 16) may include a first bearing (e.g., 3531 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0211] The bearing according to one embodiment of the present disclosure (e.g., 353 of FIGS. 1 to 16) may include a second bearing (e.g., 3532 of FIGS. 1 to 16) spaced apart from the first bearing (e.g., 3531 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0212] The bearing (e.g., 353 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a connector (e.g., 3533 of FIGS. 1 to 16) connecting the first bearing (e.g., 3531 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and the second bearing (e.g., 3532 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0213] The second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a third part (e.g., 352c of FIGS. 1 to 16) coupled with the bearing (e.g., 353 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0214] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 16) may include a guide (e.g., 350 of FIGS. 1 to 16) at least part of which is movably arranged together with the second housing (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0215] The guide (e.g., 350 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) that is fixed to the first housing (e.g., 301 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and includes a frame side wall (e.g., 3511 of FIGS. 1 to 16) disposed between the first housing (e.g., 301 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0216] The guide (e.g., 350 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16) that is movably arranged with respect to the first frame (e.g., 351 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and configured to be movable together with the second housing (e.g., 302 of FIGS. 1 to 16).

[0217] The guide (e.g., 350 of FIGS. 1 to 16) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a guide space (e.g., 354 of FIGS. 1 to 16) formed between the frame side wall (e.g., 3511 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and the support member (e.g., 313 of FIGS. 1 to 16) and in which the second frame (e.g., 352 of FIGS. 1 to 16) is movably arranged.

[0218] Although the detailed description of the present disclosure has described specific embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various modifications are possible without departing from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0219] While this disclosure has been described by way of example and example, it should be understood that the example is intended to be illustrative and not limiting. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes in form and detail may be made without departing from the overall scope of this disclosure, including the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. In an electronic device (101), First housing (301); A second housing (302) movably arranged with respect to the first housing (301); A flexible display (330) configured to be folded or unfolded at least in part and arranged to be movable together with the second housing (302); A support member (313) fixed to the first housing (301); A first frame (351) fixed to the first housing (301); and It includes a second frame (352) that is movably arranged with respect to the first frame (351) and configured to be movable together with the second housing (302), An electronic device in which at least a portion of the second frame (352) is positioned between the first frame (351) and the support member (313).

2. In paragraph 1, The above first frame (351) is It includes a frame side wall (3511) spaced apart from the support member (313) and arranged between the support member (313) and the first housing (301). The above second frame (352) is An electronic device located between the frame side wall (3511) and the support member (313).

3. In paragraph 1, The above first frame (351) is A frame side wall (3511) spaced apart from the above support member (313); A first frame wall (3512) extending from the frame side wall (3511) toward the support member (313); and It includes a second frame wall (3513) extending from the frame side wall (3511) toward the support member (313) and spaced apart from the first frame wall (3512), At least a portion of the second frame (352) An electronic device surrounded by the above support member (313), the frame side wall (3511), the first frame wall (3512), and the second frame wall (3513).

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, The above first frame (351) is A first surface (3511a) facing the first housing (301); and An electronic device including a second surface (3511b) spaced apart from the above support member (313) and facing the second frame (352).

5. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 4, An electronic device further comprising a guide space (354) formed between the first frame (351) and the support member (313) and in which the second frame (352) is movably positioned.

6. In any one of paragraphs 1, 4, and 5, The above first frame (351) is A frame side wall (3511) spaced apart from the above support member (313); A first step portion (3514) protruding from the frame side wall (3511) toward the support member (313); and It includes a second step portion (3515) that protrudes from the frame side wall (3511) toward the support member (313) and is spaced apart from the first step portion (3514), At least a portion of the second frame (352) An electronic device located between the first step portion (3514) and the second step portion (3515).

7. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, The above support member (313) is Including a support side wall (3133) facing the first frame (351), The above second frame (352) is An electronic device positioned between the first frame (351) and the support side wall (3133).

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, The above support member (313) is A support side wall (3133) spaced apart from the first frame (351); A support protrusion (3134) protruding from the support side wall (3133) toward the first frame (351); and An electronic device including a shielding surface (3134a) formed on the above-mentioned supporting protrusion (3134).

9. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 8, It further includes a first fastening member (356) penetrating the first frame (351) and the support member (313), The above first frame (351) is An electronic device including a first fastening portion (3517) through which the first fastening member (356) penetrates.

10. In paragraph 9, It further includes a second fastening member (357) penetrating the first frame (351) and the support member (313), The above first frame (351) is An electronic device including a second fastening portion (3518) extending to cover at least a portion of the support member (313) and through which the second fastening member (357) passes.

11. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 10, The above second frame (352) is, A second frame body (3521) movably positioned within the first frame (351); and An electronic device including a second frame protrusion (3522) protruding from the second frame body (3521) and fixed to the second housing (302).

12. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 11, The above second frame (352) is, a first portion (3521a) having a first width; and An electronic device including a second portion (3521b) extending from the first portion (3521a) and having a second width smaller than the first width.

13. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 11, An electronic device further comprising a bearing (353) arranged between the first frame (351) and the second frame (352) and configured to move together with the second frame (352).

14. In paragraph 13, The above bearing (353) is First bearing (3531); A second bearing (3532) spaced apart from the first bearing (3531); and An electronic device including a connector (3533) connecting the first bearing (3531) and the second bearing (3532).

15. In any one of paragraphs 13 and 14, The above second frame (352) is, A first portion (3521a) having a first width; A second portion (3521b) extending from the first portion (3521a) and having a second width smaller than the first width; and An electronic device including a third part (352c) coupled with the above bearing (353).

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