Electronic device comprising guide assembly

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an electronic device. An electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure comprises: a first housing comprising an inlet and an outlet; a fan which blows air from the inlet toward the outlet; a second housing which is arranged to be rotatable with respect to the first housing; a hinge connecting the first housing and the second housing to be rotatable; and a guide assembly which is at least partially rotated along with the hinge, wherein the guide assembly may comprise a guide which is at least partially hidden inside the outlet when the rotation angle of the hinge is within a first range and protrudes out of the outlet when the rotation angle of the hinge is within a second range.

Description

Electronic device including guide assembly

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

[0002] Thanks to remarkable advancements in information and communication technology and semiconductor technology, the proliferation and use of various electronic devices is rapidly increasing. In particular, recent electronic devices are being developed to enable portability and communication.

[0003] Electronic devices can refer to devices that perform specific functions based on the programs installed on them, such as home appliances, electronic notebooks, portable multimedia players, mobile communication terminals, tablet PCs, audio / video devices, desktop / laptop computers, or car navigation systems. For example, these electronic devices can output stored information as audio or video. As the integration of electronic devices increases and ultra-high-speed, high-capacity wireless communications become widespread, a single electronic device, such as a mobile communication terminal, can now be equipped with various functions. For example, in addition to communication functions, entertainment functions such as games, multimedia functions such as music / video playback, communication and security functions for mobile banking, or various functions such as schedule management and electronic wallets are being integrated into a single electronic device. These electronic devices are becoming smaller so that users can conveniently carry them.

[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 including an inlet and an outlet; a fan configured to blow air from the inlet toward the outlet; a second housing rotatably disposed with respect to the first housing; a hinge rotatably connecting the first housing and the second housing; and a guide assembly configured such that at least a portion thereof rotates together with the hinge, wherein the guide assembly may include a guide at least a portion of which is concealed inside the outlet when a rotation angle of the hinge is in a first range and protrudes outside the outlet when a rotation angle of the hinge is in a second range.

[0006] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure comprises: a first housing including an inlet and an outlet; a fan configured to blow air from the inlet toward the outlet; a second housing rotatably disposed with respect to the first housing; a hinge rotatably connecting the first housing and the second housing; and a guide protruding outward from the first housing by rotation of the hinge, wherein the guide protrudes outward from the first housing by a first distance when an angle between the first housing and the second housing is less than a reference value, and protrudes outward from the first housing by a second distance greater than the first distance when the angle between the first housing and the second housing is greater than the reference value.

[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.

[0009] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of an electronic device in a folded state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0010] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of an electronic device in an unfolded state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0011] FIG. 4 is a plan view showing the interior of a housing of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0012] FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view of a portion of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0013] FIG. 6 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0014] FIG. 7 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0015] FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0016] Figure 9 is an enlarged view of a portion of the structure illustrated in Figure 5.

[0017] FIG. 10 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0018] Figure 11 is a drawing showing a portion of the structure illustrated in Figure 10 in isolation.

[0019] FIG. 12 is a part of a guide assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0020] FIG. 13 is a part of a guide assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] Fig. 14 is an operation example diagram of a guide assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0022] FIG. 15 is an exploded view of a guide assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0023] Fig. 16 is an exemplary operation diagram of a guide assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0024] FIG. 17 is an enlarged view of a portion of a guide assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0025] Fig. 18 is an operation example diagram of a guide assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0026] FIG. 19 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0027] FIG. 20 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0028] Fig. 21 is an operation example diagram of a guide assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0029] Fig. 22 is an exemplary operation diagram of a guide assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0030] Fig. 23 is an exemplary operation diagram of a guide assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0031] FIG. 24 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0032] FIG. 25 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0033] Fig. 26 is an operation example diagram of a guide assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0034] Fig. 27 is an exemplary operation diagram of a guide assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0035] FIG. 28 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0036] FIG. 29 is a part of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0037] Figure 30 is an operation example diagram of a guide assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0038] FIG. 31 is an enlarged view of a portion of a guide assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0039] FIG. 32 is a part of a guide assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0040] Throughout the attached drawings, similar reference numbers may be assigned to similar parts, components and / or structures.

[0041] 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.

[0042] 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.

[0043] 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.

[0044] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) within a network environment (100) according to various embodiments.

[0045] 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)).

[0046] 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.

[0047] 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.

[0048] 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).

[0049] 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).

[0050] 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).

[0051] 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.

[0052] 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.

[0053] 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).

[0054] 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.

[0055] 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.

[0056] 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).

[0057] 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.

[0058] 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.

[0059] 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).

[0060] 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.

[0061] 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).

[0062] 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.

[0063] 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).

[0064] 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.

[0065] 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)).

[0066] 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 another 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.

[0067] Electronic devices according to the various embodiments disclosed in this document may take various forms. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, wearable devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to the embodiments of this document are not limited to the aforementioned devices.

[0068] The various embodiments of this document and the terminology used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, but should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutes of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the items, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this document, each of the phrases "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B, or C", "at least one of A, B, and C", and "at least one of A, B, or C" can include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase among those phrases, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first," "second," or "first" or "second" may be used merely to distinguish one component from another, and do not limit the components in any other respect (e.g., importance or order). When a component (e.g., a first component) is referred to as "coupled" or "connected" to another (e.g., a second component), with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicatively," it means that the component can be connected to the other component directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0069] The term "module" used in various embodiments of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit. A module may be an integral component, or a minimum unit or part of such a component that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, a module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0070] Various embodiments of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., a program (140)) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., an internal memory (136) or an external memory (138)) readable by a machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)). For example, a processor (e.g., a processor (120)) of the machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)) may call at least one instruction among the one or more instructions stored from the storage medium and execute it. This enables the machine to operate to perform at least one function according to the at least one called instruction. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code executable by an interpreter. The machine-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-transitory' simply means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and the term does not distinguish between cases where data is stored semi-permanently or temporarily on the storage medium.

[0071] According to one embodiment, the method according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may be provided as included in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded as a product between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)), or may be distributed online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) through an application store (e.g., Play Store™) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored or temporarily generated in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or an intermediary server.

[0072] 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.

[0073] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of an electronic device in a folded state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0074] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of an electronic device in an unfolded state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0075] The embodiments of FIGS. 2 to 3 may be combined with the embodiments of FIG. 1 or the embodiments of FIGS. 3 to 32.

[0076] Referring to FIGS. 2 and 3, the electronic device (101) may include a housing (202), a display (204), and a touchpad module (240). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may be a laptop computer, a notebook computer, or a portable terminal. The configuration of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 2 and 3 may be partially or entirely identical to the configuration of the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1.

[0077] According to one embodiment, the housing (202) may form at least a portion of the exterior of the electronic device (101) or support a component of the electronic device (101), such as a touch pad module (240). For example, the housing (202) may accommodate at least one of a display (204), an input device (206), or a touch pad module (240).

[0078] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) can be open (e.g., FIG. 3) or closed (e.g., FIG. 2). For example, the housing (202) can include a first housing (210) and a second housing (220) rotatably connected with respect to the first housing (210). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) can include a hinge module (230) connected with the housing (202). For example, the hinge module (230) can be connected to the first housing (210) and the second housing (220). According to one embodiment, the first housing (210) can be configured to rotate with respect to the second housing (220) at a specified angle (e.g., 0 to 180 degrees, or 0 to 360 degrees). According to one embodiment, the second housing (220) may be defined and / or interpreted as rotating at a specified angle with respect to the first housing (210). For example, when the electronic device (101) is in a closed state (e.g., FIG. 2), the first front surface (210a) of the first housing (210) may face the second front surface (220a) of the second housing (220).

[0079] According to one embodiment, the housing (202) may be formed of a metallic or non-metallic material having a selected amount of rigidity. According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the electronic device (101) formed of the metallic material may provide a ground plane and may be electrically connected to a ground line formed on a printed circuit board (e.g., the first circuit board (250) of FIG. 4). For example, the housing (202) may be electrically connected to the printed circuit board through a capacitive component.

[0080] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the display (204) may be disposed within the second housing (220). For example, at least a portion of the display (204) may be visually exposed to the exterior of the electronic device (101) through the second housing (220). The display (204) may form at least a portion of the second front surface (220a) of the second housing (220). In one embodiment, the display (204) may be a flexible display in which at least a portion of the display (204) may be deformable into a flat surface and / or a curved surface. For example, the display (204) may be a foldable or rollable display. The configuration of the display (204) may be all or partly the same as the configuration of the display module (160) of FIG. 1.

[0081] According to one embodiment, the display (204) may be coupled to or disposed adjacent to a touch sensing circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the intensity (pressure) of a touch, and / or a digitizer configured to detect a magnetic field-type stylus pen.

[0082] In one embodiment, the input device (206) can detect user input (e.g., pressure). In one embodiment, the input device (206) can be positioned or accommodated on the first housing (210). In one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) is closed, the input device (206) can face the display (204). The configuration of the input device (206) of FIG. 2 may be all or part of the same as the configuration of the input module (150) of FIG. 1. For example, the input device (206) may be a keyboard.

[0083] In one embodiment, the touch pad module (240) may be configured to detect or receive a user input. In one embodiment, the touch pad module (240) may include a capacitive touch sensor, a resistive touch sensor, an optical touch sensor, or a surface acoustic wave touch sensor. For example, the touch pad module (240) may detect current, pressure, light, and / or vibration caused by an input applied by a user to the touch pad module (240), and a processor (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1) and / or the touch pad module (240) may determine the user input based on the detected change in current, pressure, light, and / or vibration. In one embodiment, the touch pad module (240) may be referred to as a touch pad, a touch pad device, or a touch pad structure.

[0084] According to one embodiment, the processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1) and / or the touch pad module (240) can determine a user's input location (e.g., XY coordinates). According to one embodiment, the touch pad module (240) can detect pressure on the touch pad module (240). For example, the touch pad module (240) can detect force in a thickness direction (e.g., Z-axis direction) using a switch and at least one force sensor. According to one embodiment, the touch pad module (240) can detect an external object (e.g., a user's finger or stylus) when the external object directly contacts or is in proximity to a surface of the touch pad module (240).

[0085] According to one embodiment, the touch pad module (240) may be accommodated in the housing (202). For example, the touch pad module (240) may be connected to the first housing (210) and at least a portion thereof may be exposed to the outside of the first housing (210). According to one embodiment, the touch pad module (240) may be adjacent to the input device (206). According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) is closed, at least a portion of the touch pad module (240) may face the display (204). The configuration of the touch pad module (240) may be all or part of the same as the configuration of the input module (150) of FIG. 1.

[0086] FIG. 4 is a plan view showing the interior of a housing of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0087] The embodiment of FIG. 4 may be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 3, or the embodiments of FIGS. 4 to 32.

[0088] According to one embodiment, an electronic device (101) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 to 3) may include a first housing (210), a heat dissipation member (270), a circuit board (250), and a fan (260).

[0089] According to one embodiment, the fan (260) may include a first fan (261) and a second fan (262). The first fan (261) and the second fan (262) may be spaced apart from each other. A heat dissipation member (270) may be disposed between the first fan (261) and the second fan (262). The circuit board (250) may generate heat. The fan (260) may dissipate heat generated in the circuit board (250) to the outside of the first housing (210).

[0090] Fig. 5 is a part of a cross-sectional view of an electronic device (101). Fig. 6 is a drawing showing a fan (260), a blower path (280), and a circuit board (250) of an electronic device (101) in isolation. Fig. 7 is a drawing showing a fan (260), a blower path (280), and a heat dissipation member (270) in isolation. Fig. 8 is a drawing showing a fan (260) and a blower path (280) in isolation in a cross-sectional view of an electronic device (101). The components described with reference to Figs. 5 to 8 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 4. The components described with reference to Figs. 5 to 8 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 9 to 32.

[0091] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a first housing (210) and a second housing (220). The second housing (220) may rotate relative to the first housing (210). The electronic device (101) may include a hinge (230) that rotatably connects the first housing (210) and the second housing (220). The description of the first housing (210), the second housing (220), and the hinge (230) may be identical to the description of the first housing (210), the second housing (220), and the hinge (230) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4.

[0092] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a display (204). The display (204) may be movable together with the second housing (220). The display (204) may be rotatable relative to the first housing (210). The description of the display (204) may be equally applicable to the description made with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4.

[0093] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a fan (260). The fan (260) may be disposed inside the first housing (210). The fan (260) may draw in air outside the first housing (210) and blow the drawn-in air outside the first housing (210).

[0094] In one embodiment, the first housing (210) may include a first side (215) and a second side (216). The fan (260) may be disposed between the first side (215) and the second side (216). The second side (216) may be spaced apart from the first side (215). The second side (216) may be a side on which the electronic device (101) is mounted to an external structure. The second housing (220) may face the first side (215) when it rotates toward the first housing (210). The second side (216) may be a side opposite the first side (215).

[0095] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a blower passage (280). The blower passage (280) may be formed inside the first housing (210). A fan (260) may be disposed in the blower passage (280). The fan (260) may blow air through the blower passage (280). The fan (260) may discharge heat generated in the circuit board (250) to the outside of the first housing (210) through the blower passage (280). The fan (260) may discharge heat generated in the central processing unit (251) disposed on the circuit board (250) to the outside of the first housing (210) through the blower passage (280).

[0096] According to one embodiment, the blower (280) may include an inlet (281). The inlet (281) may be formed to be open to the first housing (210). The inlet (281) may be formed to be open to the second surface (216). The fan (260) may face the inlet (281). The fan (260) may draw in air from outside the first housing (210) through the inlet (281).

[0097] According to one embodiment, the airflow path (280) may include an outlet (282). The outlet (282) may be formed by opening in the first housing (210). The outlet (282) may be formed by opening in the second surface (216). The fan (260) may blow air sucked through the inlet (281) toward the outlet (282). The outlet (282) may be spaced apart from the inlet (281). The outlet (282) may be arranged closer to the hinge (230) than the inlet (281).

[0098] According to one embodiment, the airflow path (280) may include a channel (283). The channel (283) may be formed inside the first housing (210). The channel (283) may connect the inlet (281) and the outlet (282). The fan (260) may blow air introduced through the inlet (281) to the outlet (282) through the channel (283). At least a portion of the central processing unit (251) may be thermally connected to the channel (283). For example, heat generated in the central processing unit (251) may be transferred through the channel (283). The space in which the central processing unit (251) is disposed may be fluidly connected to the channel (283). For example, air introduced through the inlet (281) may flow through the space in which the central processing unit (251) is disposed to the channel (283).

[0099] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a guide assembly (300). The guide assembly (300) may be connected to a hinge (230). At least a portion of the guide assembly (300) may rotate together with the hinge (230).

[0100] According to one embodiment, the guide assembly (300) may include a guide (380). The guide (380) may be rotatably disposed in the outlet (282). The guide (380) may be configured to adjust the opening degree of the outlet (282). The guide (380) may guide the flow direction of air discharged through the outlet (282). The guide (380) may rotate toward the space between the inlet (281) and the outlet (282). At least a portion of the guide (380) may be positioned between the inlet (281) and the outlet (282). The guide (380) may reduce a phenomenon in which air discharged through the outlet (282) is re-introduced into the inlet (281).

[0101] According to one embodiment, the fan (260) may include a first fan (261) and a second fan (262). The first fan (261) and the second fan (262) may be spaced apart from each other. The first fan (261) and the second fan (262) may blow air through a channel (283). The heat dissipation member (270) may be in communication with the channel (283). The heat dissipation member (270) may release heat of air passing through the channel (283) to the outside of the first housing (210).

[0102] According to one embodiment, the outlet (282) may include a first outlet (282a) and a second outlet (282b). The first fan (261) may blow air to the first outlet (282a). The second fan (262) may blow air to the second outlet (282b).

[0103] Fig. 9 is an enlarged view of a region near a hinge (230) in a cross-sectional view of an electronic device (101). Fig. 10 is an exploded view of a region near a hinge (230) of an electronic device (101). Fig. 11 is a view showing the hinge (230) and the gear assembly (310) separated. Fig. 12 is a view showing the gear assembly (310) and the shaft (320) separated. The components described with reference to Figs. 9 to 12 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 8. The components described with reference to Figs. 9 to 12 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 13 to 32.

[0104] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a hinge (230). The hinge (230) may rotate the second housing (220). The hinge (230) may rotatably connect the first housing (210) and the second housing (220).

[0105] In one embodiment, the hinge (230) may include a hinge shaft (235). The hinge (230) may rotate about the hinge shaft (235). The hinge shaft (235) may provide a center of rotation to the second housing (220).

[0106] According to one embodiment, the guide assembly (300) can rotate together with the hinge (230). At least a portion of the guide assembly (300) can rotate about the hinge shaft (235). The guide assembly (300) can be operated by the rotation of the hinge (230). For example, the guide (e.g., the guide (380) of FIG. 5) can rotate by the rotation of the hinge (230).

[0107] According to one embodiment, the hinge (230) may be disposed within the first housing (210). The hinge (230) may be connected to the second housing (220) within the first housing (210). The hinge (230) may include a housing coupling portion (236) extending from a hinge shaft (235). The housing coupling portion (236) may be connected to the second housing (220).

[0108] According to one embodiment, the guide assembly (300) can be positioned inside the first housing (210). The guide assembly (300) can operate inside the first housing (210).

[0109] In one embodiment, the guide assembly (300) may include a gear assembly (310). A hinge shaft (235) may pass through the gear assembly (310). At least a portion of the gear assembly (310) may rotate together with the hinge shaft (235).

[0110] In one embodiment, the gear assembly (310) may include a plurality of gears (312). Any one of the plurality of gears (312) may rotate together with a hinge shaft (235). The hinge shaft (235) may pass through any one of the plurality of gears (312). Another one of the plurality of gears (312) may rotate while engaging any one of the plurality of gears (312). Any one of the plurality of gears (312) may rotate about a rotational axis (RX) of the hinge shaft (235), and another one of the plurality of gears (312) may rotate at a position spaced apart from the rotational axis (RX). For example, the plurality of gears (312) may include a first gear (3121), a second gear (3122), a third gear (3123), and a fourth gear (3124). The hinge shaft (235) can pass through the first gear (3121), and the first gear (3121) can rotate together with the hinge shaft (235). The second gear (3122) can rotate while engaging with the first gear (3121). The third gear (3123) can rotate while engaging with the second gear (3122). The fourth gear (3124) can rotate while engaging with the third gear (3123).

[0111] According to one embodiment, the gear assembly (310) may include a frame (311). A plurality of gears (312) may be arranged inside the frame (311). A hinge shaft (235) may pass through the frame (311). The frame (311) may be fixed to the first housing (210).

[0112] According to one embodiment, the frame (311) may include a frame body (3111) and a frame opening (3112). The frame body (3111) may be fixed to the first housing (210). The frame body (3111) may be plate-shaped. The frame opening (3112) may be opened in the frame body (3111). The hinge shaft (235) may pass through the frame opening (3112).

[0113] In one embodiment, the guide assembly (300) may include a shaft (320). The shaft (320) may rotate with any one of the plurality of gears (312). For example, the shaft (320) may rotate with the fourth gear (3124). The shaft (320) may pass through the frame (311). The shaft (320) may extend outside the frame (311).

[0114] According to one embodiment, the shaft (320) may include a shaft body (321). The shaft body (321) may penetrate the frame body (3111). The shaft body (321) may be cylindrical. The shaft body (321) may extend outside the gear assembly (310).

[0115] According to one embodiment, the shaft (320) may include a first protrusion (322) and a second protrusion (323). The first protrusion (322) and the second protrusion (323) may protrude from the shaft body (321). The first protrusion (322) and the second protrusion (323) may be spaced apart from each other.

[0116] Fig. 13 is a perspective view of the guide assembly (300). Fig. 14 is a side view of the guide assembly (300). Fig. 15 is an exploded view of the guide assembly (300). The components described with reference to Figs. 13 to 15 may be partially or entirely the same as 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 the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 16 to 32.

[0117] According to one embodiment, the guide assembly (300) may include a rotor (330). The rotor (330) may rotate together with a shaft (320). The shaft (320) may pass through the rotor (330). The shaft (320) may provide a center of rotation for the rotor (330).

[0118] According to one embodiment, the guide assembly (300) may include a plate (340). The plate (340) may be fixed to the first housing (210). The rotor (330) may be rotatably disposed on the plate (340). The plate (340) may support the rotor (330).

[0119] According to one embodiment, the guide assembly (300) may include a link (350). The link (350) may be connected to a rotor (330). The link (350) may be moved by the rotation of the rotor (330). The rotor (330) may include a rotor joint (331). The rotor joint (331) may be inserted into the link (350). The link (350) may be moved together with the rotor joint (331).

[0120] In one embodiment, the guide assembly (300) may include a guide (380). The guide (380) may be connected to a link (350). The guide (380) may move or rotate by the movement of the link (350). For example, the guide (380) may have movement by the movement of the link (350), and the movement may be sliding or rotating. The guide (380) may include a guide body (381) and a guide joint (382). The guide joint (382) may protrude from the guide body (381). The guide joint (382) may be inserted into the link (350). The guide body (381) may move or rotate by the rotation of the link (350). In one embodiment, at least a portion of the guide body (381) may include a planar shape and / or a curved shape. For example, when viewed in a direction perpendicular to the direction of movement of the guide body (381), a portion of the cross-section may include straight lines and / or curves. The guide body (381) may have a streamlined surface. The guide body (381) may be formed in the shape of an airfoil.

[0121] According to one embodiment, when any one of the plurality of gears (312) rotates in the first direction (R1), the shaft (320) can rotate by receiving power through the plurality of gears (312). The shaft (320) can rotate the rotor (330), and the rotor joint (331) can rotate around the shaft (320). The rotor joint (331) can revolve around the shaft (320). The link (350) can move together with the rotor joint (331) and can move the guide joint (382) inserted into the link (350). The guide (380) can rotate by the rotation of the link (350).

[0122] According to one embodiment, the plate (340) may include a plate body (341). The plate body (341) may support the rotor (330). The plate (340) may include a first guide wall (342) and a second guide wall (343). The first guide wall (342) and the second guide wall (343) may protrude from the plate body (341). The first guide wall (342) and the second guide wall (343) may be spaced apart from each other. The guide body (381) may be movably arranged between the first guide wall (342) and the second guide wall (343).

[0123] According to one embodiment, the guide assembly (300) may include an elastic member (360). The elastic member (360) may be movably disposed on the plate (340). One end of the elastic member (360) may be fixed to the rotor (330). One end of the elastic member (360) may be movable together with the rotor (330). The elastic member (360) may provide elastic force to the rotor (330).

[0124] According to one embodiment, the gear assembly (310) may include a frame (311) and a plurality of gears (312). The shaft (320) may include a shaft body (321), a first protrusion (322), and a second protrusion (323). The shaft (320) may rotate by rotation of the plurality of gears (312).

[0125] According to one embodiment, the rotor (330) may include a rotor joint (331), a rotor body (332), and a shaft hole (333). The rotor joint (331) may protrude from the rotor body (332). The shaft hole (333) may be open to the rotor body (332). The shaft (320) may pass through the shaft hole (333). The rotor joint (331) may be spaced apart from the shaft hole (333).

[0126] According to one embodiment, the plate (340) may include a plate body (341), a first guide wall (342), a second guide wall (343), and a plate opening (344). The plate opening (344) may be opened in the plate body (341). The shaft (320) may pass through the plate opening (344). The plate opening (344) may face the shaft hole (333).

[0127] According to one embodiment, the link (350) may include a link body (351), a first joint hole (352), and a second joint hole (353). The first joint hole (352) and the second joint hole (353) may be opened in the link body (351). The rotor joint (331) may be inserted into the first joint hole (352). The guide joint (382) may be inserted into the second joint hole (353).

[0128] Fig. 16 is a side view of a first operating example of the guide assembly (300). Fig. 17 is an enlarged view of a portion of a first operating example of the guide assembly (300). Fig. 18 is a side view of a first operating example of the guide assembly (300). Fig. 19 is an enlarged view of a portion of an electronic device (101) in a first operating example of the guide assembly (300). Fig. 20 is an enlarged view of a portion of an electronic device (101) in a first operating example of the guide assembly (300). The components described with reference to Figs. 16 to 20 may be partially or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 15.

[0129] According to one embodiment, the first operation examples of FIGS. 16 to 20 may be operations of the guide assembly (300) when the electronic device (101) is in a state similar to that of FIG. 2. For example, when the housing (e.g., the housing (202) of FIG. 2) is in a folded state, the guide assembly (300) may operate as the first operation examples of FIGS. 16 to 20. When the housing (202) is in a folded state, the angle formed by the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) may be within a first range. The first range may be 0 degrees to 90 degrees.

[0130] According to one embodiment, the rotor (330) may include a rotor protrusion (334). The rotor protrusion (334) may protrude toward the shaft (320). The rotor protrusion (334) may be engaged with the first protrusion (322) or the second protrusion (323) of the shaft (320). The rotor protrusion (334) may rotate together with the first protrusion (322) or the second protrusion (323). The rotor (330) may rotate by the engagement of the rotor protrusion (334) and the shaft (320). The rotor protrusion (334) may be positioned between the first protrusion (322) and the second protrusion (323).

[0131] According to one embodiment, the elastic member (360) may include a winding portion (361), a first elastic portion (362), and a second elastic portion (363). The first elastic portion (362) may extend from the winding portion (361) toward the rotor (330). The second elastic portion (363) may extend from the winding portion (361) away from the rotor (330). An end of the first elastic portion (362) may be fixed to the rotor (330). The first elastic portion (362) may move together with the rotor (330). An end of the second elastic portion (363) may be fixed to the plate (340). The elastic member (360) may include a fixed portion (364). The fixed portion (364) may be connected to the rotor (330). The fixed portion (364) can form an end portion of the first elastic portion (362). The fixed portion (364) can rotate together with the rotor (330).

[0132] According to one embodiment, when the guide assembly (300) operates in the first operation example, the rotor (330) can rotate together with the shaft (320). The shaft (320) can rotate in a second direction (R2) opposite to the first direction (R1) when the gear assembly (310) rotates in the first direction (e.g., the first direction (R1) of FIG. 15). The rotor protrusion (334) can be caught by the first protrusion (322). The rotor protrusion (334) can rotate in the second direction (R2) together with the first protrusion (322). The rotor (330) can rotate in the second direction (R2) by the catch between the rotor protrusion (334) and the first protrusion (322). The elastic member (360) can apply an elastic force to the rotor (330) in a direction opposite to the second direction (R2). The link (350) can be moved by the rotor (330) and can move the guide (380). The guide (380) can be moved between the first guide wall (342) and the second guide wall (343) toward the outlet (282).

[0133] According to one embodiment, when the guide assembly (300) operates in the first operation example, the guide (380) can move away from the channel (283). The guide (380) can move toward the outlet (282). The guide (380) can guide the flow direction of air passing through the channel (283). The guide (380) can protrude with respect to the first surface (215) of the first housing (210). The guide (380) can be spaced apart from the first surface (215) by a first gap (G1).

[0134] Fig. 21 is a side view of a second operating example of the guide assembly (300). Fig. 22 is a side view of a third operating example of the guide assembly (300). Fig. 23 is a side view of a second operating example of the guide assembly (300). Fig. 24 is an enlarged view of a portion of an electronic device (101) in a second operating example of the guide assembly (300). Fig. 25 is an enlarged view of a portion of an electronic device (101) in a second operating example of the guide assembly (300). The components described with reference to Figs. 21 to 25 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 20. The components described with reference to Figs. 21 to 25 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 26 to 32.

[0135] According to one embodiment, the guide assembly (300) can operate in the second operation example as shown in FIG. 21 or the third operation example as shown in FIG. 22. The guide assembly (300) can operate based on the unfolded state of the housing (e.g., the housing (202) of FIGS. 2 and 3). For example, the guide assembly (300) can operate in the first operation example or the second operation example when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are folded as shown in FIG. 2. For example, the guide assembly (300) can operate in the third operation example when the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are unfolded as shown in FIG. 3. The guide assembly (300) can operate based on the angle formed by the first housing (210) and the second housing (220). For example, the guide assembly (300) can operate in the second operation example when the angle formed by the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) is in the first range (for example, within 0 to 90 degrees). For example, the guide assembly (300) can operate in the third operation example when the angle formed by the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) is in the second range (for example, within 90 to 180 degrees). The guide assembly (300) can operate in the second operation example when the angle formed by the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) is less than a reference value (for example, 90 degrees). The guide assembly (300) can operate in the third operation example when the angle formed by the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) is greater than a reference value (for example, 90 degrees). The first range, the second range, and the reference value are not limited to the examples described above. For example, the first range may be a range from 0 degrees to the reference value, and the reference value may be a value from 0 degrees to 180 degrees. For example, the second range may be a range from the reference value to 180 degrees, and the reference value may be a value from 0 degrees to 180 degrees.

[0136] Referring to FIG. 21, an angle formed by a first housing (e.g., the first housing (210) of FIG. 2) and a second housing (e.g., the second housing (220) of FIG. 2) may be a first angle (A). The first angle (A) may be an angle within a first range (e.g., from 0 degrees to 90 degrees). The first angle (A) may be an angular displacement of the rotor protrusion (334) with respect to a horizontal plane. In a second operating example of the guide assembly (300) as shown in FIG. 21, the rotor (330) may be rotated in a second direction (R2) by the shaft (320). The rotor protrusion (334) may be maintained in a state of being engaged with the first protrusion (322). The first protrusion (322) may push the rotor protrusion (334) in the second direction (R2). The elastic member (360) can apply an elastic force (F) in a first direction (R1) to the rotor (330). The fixed portion (364) can push the rotor (330) in the first direction (R1). The first elastic portion (362) and the second elastic portion (363) can generate a force (F) in a direction away from each other.

[0137] Referring to FIG. 22, an angle formed by a first housing (e.g., the first housing (210) of FIG. 3) and a second housing (e.g., the second housing (220) of FIG. 3) may be a second angle (B). The second angle (B) may be an angle within a second range (e.g., within 90 to 180 degrees). The second angle (B) may be an angular displacement of the rotor protrusion (334) with respect to a horizontal plane. In the third operating example of the guide assembly (300) as shown in FIG. 22, the rotor (330) may not rotate. The rotor (330) may not rotate despite the rotation of the shaft (320). The rotor (330) may not be caught by both the first protrusion (322) and the second protrusion (323). The rotor (330) may not rotate until it is caught by the first protrusion (322) by the rotation of the shaft (320). The transition from the second operation example of FIG. 21 to the third operation example of FIG. 22 may be performed when the angle formed by the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) exceeds a reference value (e.g., 90 degrees). For example, when the angle formed by the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) exceeds the reference value (e.g., 90 degrees), the elastic member (360) may generate an elastic force that pushes the rotor (330) in the second direction (R2). When the angle formed by the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) is less than the reference value (e.g., 90 degrees), the elastic member (360) may generate an elastic force that pushes the rotor (330) in the first direction (R1). The elastic member (360) can generate an elastic force that pushes the rotor (330) in the second direction (R2) when the angle formed by the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) is greater than a reference value (e.g., 90 degrees). The rotor (330) can quickly rotate in the second direction (R2) momentarily when the angle formed by the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) exceeds the reference value (e.g., 90 degrees), and the rotor protrusion (334) can be caught by the second protrusion (323).The guide (380) can rapidly rotate in a third direction (R3) toward the outlet (282) between the first guide wall (342) and the second guide wall (343) as the rotor (330) rapidly rotates in a second direction (R2) instantaneously.

[0138] Referring to FIGS. 23 and 24, when the angle formed by the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) is the first angle (A), the rotor (330) can rotate in the second direction (R2), and the link (350) can rotate in the fourth direction (R4) together with the rotor joint (331). The second direction (R2) and the fourth direction (R4) may be the same direction. The guide (380) can move in the third direction (R3) by the movement of the rotor (330) and the link (350). The guide (380) can protrude toward the outlet (282). The guide (380) can guide the flow direction of air passing through the channel (283).

[0139] Referring to FIG. 25, the guide (380) may protrude with respect to the first surface (215) of the first housing (210). The guide (380) may be spaced apart from the first surface (215) by a second gap (G2). The second gap (G2) may be greater than the first gap (G1) illustrated in FIG. 20.

[0140] Fig. 26 is a side view of a third operating example of the guide assembly (300). Fig. 27 is a side view of a third operating example of the guide assembly (300). Fig. 28 is an enlarged view of a portion of an electronic device (101) in a third operating example of the guide assembly (300). Fig. 29 is an enlarged view of a portion of an electronic device (101) in a third operating example of the guide assembly (300). The components described with reference to Figs. 26 to 29 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 25. The components described with reference to Figs. 26 to 29 may be partly or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 30 to 32.

[0141] According to one embodiment, in the third operating example of the guide assembly (300), the rotor (330) may not rotate. In the third operating example of the guide assembly (300), when the angle between the first housing (e.g., the first housing (210) of FIG. 3) and the second housing (e.g., the second housing (220) of FIG. 3) changes, the shaft (320) may rotate, and the rotor protrusion (334) may maintain a fixed position between the first protrusion (322) and the second protrusion (323). In the third operating example of the guide assembly (300), when the angle between the first housing (e.g., the first housing (210) of FIG. 3) and the second housing (e.g., the second housing (220) of FIG. 3) changes, the rotor (330), the link (350), and the guide (380) may not move.

[0142] According to one embodiment, in the third operating example of the guide assembly (300), the guide (380) can be maintained in a state of protruding outwardly of the first housing (210), regardless of the angle formed between the first housing (e.g., the first housing (210) of FIG. 3) and the second housing (e.g., the second housing (220) of FIG. 3). The guide (380) can protrude toward the outlet (282). The guide (380) can guide the flow direction of air passing through the channel (283).

[0143] According to one embodiment, the guide (380) may protrude relative to the first surface (215) of the first housing (210). The guide (380) may be spaced apart from the first surface (215) of the first housing (210) by a third distance (G3). The third distance (G3) may be greater than the second distance (G2) illustrated in FIG. 25.

[0144] Fig. 30 is a side view of a guide assembly (400) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig. 31 is an enlarged view of a portion of a guide assembly (400) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig. 32 is an enlarged view of a gear assembly (310) and a shaft (420) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. The components described with reference to Figs. 30 to 32 may be partially or entirely the same as the components described with reference to Figs. 1 to 29.

[0145] According to one embodiment, the guide assembly (400) may include a gear assembly (310), a rotor (330), a plate (340), and a guide (380). The description of the gear assembly (310), the rotor (330), the plate (340), and the guide (380) described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 29 may be equally applicable.

[0146] According to one embodiment, the guide assembly (400) may include a shaft (420). The shaft (420) may include a shaft body (421), a first protrusion (422), and a second protrusion (423). The rotor (330) may include a rotor protrusion (334). The rotor protrusion (334) may be positioned between the first protrusion (422) and the second protrusion (423). The rotor protrusion (334) may be engaged with both the first protrusion (422) and the second protrusion (423). The rotor protrusion (334) may rotate together with the shaft (420) between the first protrusion (422) and the second protrusion (423). The rotor protrusion (334) may remain engaged with the protrusions (422, 423) when the shaft (420) rotates. Unlike the guide assembly (300) of FIGS. 30 to 32, the rotor (330) of the guide assembly (400) of FIGS. 1 to 29 can rotate continuously according to the rotation of the shaft (420).

[0147] An electronic device includes a housing and a circuit board disposed within the housing. The circuit board includes a central processing unit (CPU), which generates heat. The electronic device includes a fan for dissipating the heat generated by the CPU to the outside of the housing. The fan draws in air through an inlet opened in the housing and exhausts the air through an outlet spaced apart from the inlet. Air exhausted through the outlet can be re-introduced into the fan through the inlet.

[0148] The problem to be solved in the present disclosure may be to improve the heat dissipation efficiency of an electronic device through a fan.

[0149] A problem to be solved in the present disclosure may be to reduce the re-introduction of air discharged through the outlet into the inlet.

[0150] 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.

[0151] An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure can increase the heat dissipation efficiency of the electronic device through a fan by controlling the direction of airflow to an outlet through a guide.

[0152] An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure can reduce the re-inflow of air into the inlet by configuring a guide to protrude between the inlet and the outlet.

[0153] 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.

[0154] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 32 ) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first housing (e.g., 210 of FIGS. 1 to 32 ) including an inlet (e.g., 281 of FIGS. 1 to 32 ) and an outlet (e.g., 282 of FIGS. 1 to 32 ).

[0155] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a fan (e.g., 260 of FIGS. 1 to 32) configured to blow air from the inlet (e.g., 281 of FIGS. 1 to 32) toward the outlet (e.g., 282 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0156] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may include a second housing (e.g., 220 of FIGS. 1 to 32) rotatably arranged with respect to the first housing (e.g., 210 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0157] An electronic device (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a hinge (e.g., 230 of FIGS. 1 to 32) that rotatably connects the first housing (e.g., 210 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the second housing (e.g., 220 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0158] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure (e.g., 101 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may include a guide assembly (e.g., 300 of FIGS. 1 to 32) configured to rotate at least partly with the hinge (e.g., 230 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0159] The guide assembly (e.g., 300 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a guide (e.g., 380 of FIGS. 1 to 32) that is at least partially concealed inside the outlet (e.g., 282 of FIGS. 1 to 32) when the rotation angle of the hinge (e.g., 230 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is in a first range, and that protrudes outside the outlet (e.g., 283 of FIGS. 1 to 32) when the rotation angle of the hinge (e.g., 230 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is in a second range.

[0160] The rotation angle of the hinge (e.g., 230 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may be the angle between the first housing (e.g., 210 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the second housing (e.g., 220 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0161] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, when the rotation angle of the hinge (e.g., 230 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is in the first range, the first gap (e.g., G1 of FIGS. 1 to 32) by which the guide (e.g., 380 of FIGS. 1 to 32) protrudes outside the outlet (e.g., 282 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may be smaller than the second gap (e.g., G2 of FIGS. 1 to 32) by which the guide (e.g., 380 of FIGS. 1 to 32) protrudes outside the outlet (e.g., 282 of FIGS. 1 to 32) when the rotation angle of the hinge (e.g., 230 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is in the second range.

[0162] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the first range may be within 0 degrees to 90 degrees, and the second range may be within 90 degrees to 180 degrees.

[0163] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the guide (e.g., 380 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may have a different degree of protrusion outside the outlet (e.g., 282 of FIGS. 1 to 32) based on a reference value that distinguishes the first range and the second range.

[0164] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the guide (e.g., 380 of FIGS. 1 to 32) can be fixed in position when the rotation angle of the hinge (e.g., 230 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is within the second range.

[0165] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the guide (e.g., 380 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may protrude to a position between the inlet (e.g., 281 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the outlet (e.g., 282 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0166] The guide assembly (e.g., 300 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a gear assembly (e.g., 310 of FIGS. 1 to 32) including a gear (e.g., 312 of FIGS. 1 to 32) that rotates together with the hinge (e.g., 230 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0167] The guide assembly (e.g., 300 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a shaft (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 32) that rotates together with the gear (e.g., 312 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0168] The guide assembly (e.g., 300 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a rotor (e.g., 330 of FIGS. 1 to 32) that rotates together with the shaft (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0169] The shaft (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a shaft body (e.g., 321 of FIGS. 1 to 32) penetrating the gear (e.g., 312 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0170] The shaft (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first protrusion (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32) protruding from the shaft body (e.g., 321 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0171] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the shaft (e.g., 320 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may include a second protrusion (e.g., 323 of FIGS. 1 to 32) protruding from the shaft body (e.g., 321 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and spaced apart from the first protrusion (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0172] The rotor (e.g., 330 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a rotor protrusion (e.g., 334 of FIGS. 1 to 32) positioned between the first protrusion (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the second protrusion (e.g., 323 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0173] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the rotor protrusion (e.g., 334 of FIGS. 1 to 32) may be configured to be caught by the first protrusion (e.g., 322 of FIGS. 1 to 32) or the second protrusion (e.g., 323 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0174] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the rotor (e.g., 330 of FIGS. 1 to 32) can be fixed in position when the rotation angle of the hinge (e.g., 230 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is within the second range.

[0175] The guide assembly (e.g., 300 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a rotor (e.g., 330 of FIGS. 1 to 32) that rotates by rotation of the hinge (e.g., 230 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0176] The guide assembly (e.g., 300 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include an elastic member (e.g., 360 of FIGS. 1 to 32) that applies elastic force to the rotor (e.g., 330 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0177] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the elastic member (e.g., 360 of FIGS. 1 to 32) can apply a force in a first direction to the rotor (e.g., 330 of FIGS. 1 to 32) when the rotation angle of the hinge (e.g., 230 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is within the first range, and can apply a force in a second direction opposite to the first direction to the rotor (e.g., 330 of FIGS. 1 to 32) when the rotation angle of the hinge (e.g., 230 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is within the second range.

[0178] The guide assembly (e.g., 300 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a link (e.g., 350 of FIGS. 1 to 32) connecting the rotor (e.g., 330 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the guide (e.g., 380 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0179] The guide assembly (e.g., 300 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a plate (e.g., 340 of FIGS. 1 to 32) including a first guide wall (e.g., 342 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and a second guide wall (e.g., 343 of FIGS. 1 to 32) spaced apart from the first guide wall (e.g., 342 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0180] The guide (e.g., 380 of FIGS. 1 to 32) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may be movably positioned between the first guide wall (e.g., 342 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the second guide wall (e.g., 343 of FIGS. 1 to 32).

[0181] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the guide (e.g., 380 of FIGS. 1 to 32) protrudes outward from the first housing (e.g., 210 of FIGS. 1 to 32) by a first distance (e.g., G1 of FIGS. 1 to 32) when the angle between the first housing (e.g., 210 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the second housing (e.g., 220 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is less than a reference value, and protrudes outward from the first housing (e.g., 210 of FIGS. 1 to 32) by a second distance (e.g., G2 of FIGS. 1 to 32) greater than the first distance (e.g., G1 of FIGS. 1 to 32) when the angle between the first housing (e.g., 210 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the second housing (e.g., 220 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is greater than the reference value. Can be.

[0182] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the guide (e.g., 380 of FIGS. 1 to 32) can be fixed in position when the angle between the first housing (e.g., 210 of FIGS. 1 to 32) and the second housing (e.g., 220 of FIGS. 1 to 32) is greater than the reference value.

[0183] 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.

[0184] 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), A first housing (210) including an inlet (281) and an outlet (282); A fan (260) configured to blow air from the inlet (281) toward the outlet (282); A second housing (220) rotatably arranged with respect to the first housing (210); A hinge (230) that rotatably connects the first housing (210) and the second housing (220); and At least a portion of the guide assembly (300) is configured to rotate together with the hinge (230), The above guide assembly (300) is An electronic device including a guide (380) that is at least partially hidden inside the outlet (282) when the rotation angle of the hinge (230) is in a first range and protrudes outside the outlet (282) when the rotation angle of the hinge (230) is in a second range.

2. In paragraph 1, The rotation angle of the above hinge (230) is An electronic device between the first housing (210) and the second housing (220).

3. In paragraph 1 or 2, An electronic device in which the first gap (G1) at which the guide (380) protrudes to the outside of the outlet (282) when the rotation angle of the hinge (230) is in the first range is smaller than the second gap (G2) at which the guide (380) protrudes to the outside of the outlet (282) when the rotation angle of the hinge (230) is in the second range.

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, An electronic device wherein the first range is within 0 to 90 degrees, and the second range is within 90 to 180 degrees.

5. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 4, The above guide (380) is, An electronic device in which the degree of protrusion on the outside of the outlet (282) changes based on a reference value that distinguishes the first range and the second range.

6. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 5, The above guide (380) is, An electronic device whose position is fixed when the rotation angle of the above hinge (230) is within the second range.

7. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, The above guide (380) is, An electronic device protruding into a position between the above inlet (281) and the above outlet (282).

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 7, The above guide assembly (300) is A gear assembly (310) including a gear (312) that rotates together with the hinge (230); A shaft (320) rotating together with the above gear (312); and An electronic device comprising a rotor (330) that rotates together with the shaft (320).

9. In paragraph 8, The above shaft (320) is A shaft body (321) penetrating the above gear (312); A first protrusion (322) protruding from the shaft body (321); and It includes a second protrusion (323) protruding from the shaft body (321) and spaced apart from the first protrusion (322), The above rotor (330) is An electronic device including a rotor protrusion (334) located between the first protrusion (322) and the second protrusion (323).

10. In paragraph 9, The above rotor protrusion (334) is An electronic device configured to be caught on the first protrusion (322) or the second protrusion (323).

11. In any one of paragraphs 8 to 10, The above rotor (330) is An electronic device whose position is fixed when the rotation angle of the above hinge (230) is within the second range.

12. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 11, The above guide assembly (300) is A rotor (330) that rotates by the rotation of the hinge (230); and An electronic device including an elastic member (360) that applies elastic force to the rotor (330).

13. In paragraph 12, The above elastic member (360) is An electronic device that applies a force in a first direction to the rotor (330) when the rotation angle of the hinge (230) is within the first range, and applies a force in a second direction opposite to the first direction to the rotor (330) when the rotation angle of the hinge (230) is within the second range.

14. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 13, The above guide assembly (300) is A rotor (330) that rotates by the rotation of the hinge (230); and An electronic device including a link (350) connecting the rotor (330) and the guide (380).

15. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 14, The above guide assembly (300) is It includes a plate (340) including a first guide wall (342) and a second guide wall (343) spaced apart from the first guide wall (342), The above guide (380) is, An electronic device movably positioned between the first guide wall (342) and the second guide wall (343).

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