Display assembly and electronic device comprising same

Abstract

According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, an electronic device may comprise: a housing; a flexible display arranged on the housing; a multi-bar configured to support at least a portion of the flexible display, and including a plurality of bars; and a protective layer arranged on the outer surface of the flexible display, and including a first opening adjacent to the edge of the protective layer. A first bar of the plurality of bars may include a first fixing portion at least partially accommodated in the first opening such that the protective layer is fixed to the first bar. Various other embodiments may be possible.

Description

Display assembly and electronic device including the same

[0001] Various embodiments disclosed in this document relate to electronic devices, for example, to a display assembly and an electronic device including the same.

[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 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] As mobile communication services expand into the realm of multimedia services, the size of displays on electronic devices may increase in order for users to fully utilize multimedia services in addition to voice calls and text messages.

[0005] 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 related to the present disclosure.

[0006] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, an electronic device may include a housing including a first housing portion and a second housing portion configured to move relative to the first housing portion, a flexible display disposed on the housing, a multi-bar configured to support at least a portion of the flexible display and including a plurality of bars, and a protective layer disposed on an outer surface of the flexible display, the protective layer including a first opening disposed adjacent to an edge of the protective layer. The first bar of the plurality of bars may include a first fixing portion that is at least partially received in the first opening such that the protective layer is fixed to the first bar.

[0007] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a display assembly may include a flexible display, a multi-bar configured to support at least a portion of the flexible display and including a plurality of bars, and a protective layer disposed on an outer surface of the flexible display, the protective layer including a first opening disposed adjacent to an edge of the protective layer. A first bar of the plurality of bars may include a first fixing portion that is at least partially received in the first opening such that the protective layer is fixed to the first bar.

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

[0009] FIG. 2 is a drawing showing a state in which a second area of ​​a display is housed inside an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0010] FIG. 3 is a drawing showing a state in which a second area of ​​a display is visually exposed to the outside of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

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

[0012] FIG. 5A is a cross-sectional view taken along line A-A' of FIG. 2 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0013] FIG. 5b is a cross-sectional view taken along line B-B' of FIG. 3, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0014] FIG. 6 is a side view illustrating a display assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0015] FIG. 7 is a plan view illustrating a display assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0016] FIG. 8 is a perspective view showing one bar of a multi-bar according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0017] FIG. 9A is a plan view showing a protective layer according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0018] FIG. 9b is a plan view showing a state in which a protective layer is laminated on a display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0019] FIG. 10A is a perspective view illustrating a multi-bar, a display, and a protective layer according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0020] FIG. 10b is a cross-sectional view showing a multi-bar, a display, and a protective layer according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] FIG. 11 is a perspective view showing a support plate and a protective layer according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0022] FIG. 12A is a perspective view showing a multi-bar, a support plate, and a protective layer according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0023] FIG. 12b is a perspective view showing a multi-bar, a support plate, and a protective layer according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0024] FIG. 13 is a drawing showing an electronic device in a slide-in state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0025] FIG. 14 is a cross-sectional view showing a display assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0026] FIG. 15 is a drawing showing an electronic device in a slide-out state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0027] FIG. 16a is a cross-sectional view taken along line CC' of FIG. 13 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0028] FIG. 16b is a cross-sectional view taken along line DD' of FIG. 15 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0029] FIG. 16c is a cross-sectional view illustrating a display assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0030] FIG. 16d is a cross-sectional view illustrating a display assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0031] FIG. 17A is a drawing showing one bar among a plurality of bars according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0032] FIG. 17b is a drawing showing one bar among a plurality of bars according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0033] FIG. 18a is a perspective view showing a fixed portion according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0034] FIG. 18b is a perspective view showing a multi-bar, a protective layer, and a fixing portion according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0035] FIG. 18c is a cross-sectional view showing a multi-bar, a protective layer, and a fixing portion according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0036] FIG. 19 is a cross-sectional view showing a multi-bar, a protective layer, and a fixing portion according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0037] FIG. 20A is a perspective view illustrating a display assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0038] FIG. 20b is a perspective view illustrating a display assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0039] FIG. 21A is a drawing showing a protective layer and a first reinforcing member according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0040] FIG. 21b is a drawing showing a protective layer and a first reinforcing member according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0041] FIG. 21c is a cross-sectional view showing a multi-bar, a protective layer, and a first reinforcing member according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0042] FIG. 22 is a drawing showing a protective layer and a second reinforcing member according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0043] FIG. 23 is a cross-sectional view showing a multi-bar, a protective layer, and a second reinforcing member according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0044] FIG. 24 is a plan view showing a protective layer according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0045] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present disclosure will be described in detail with reference to the drawings so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present disclosure. However, the present disclosure may be implemented in various different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. In connection with the description of the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals may be used for identical or similar components. Furthermore, in the drawings and related descriptions, descriptions of well-known functions and configurations may be omitted for clarity and conciseness.

[0046] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) within a network environment (100) according to various embodiments.

[0047] 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)).

[0048] 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.

[0049] 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.

[0050] 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).

[0051] 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).

[0052] 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).

[0053] 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.

[0054] 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.

[0055] 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).

[0056] 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.

[0057] 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.

[0058] 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).

[0059] 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.

[0060] The camera module (180) can capture still images and moving images. According to one embodiment, the camera module (180) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0061] 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).

[0062] 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.

[0063] 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).

[0064] 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.

[0065] 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).

[0066] 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.

[0067] 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)).

[0068] 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.

[0069] 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.

[0070] 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.

[0071] 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).

[0072] 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.

[0073] 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.

[0074] 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.

[0075] FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a state in which a second region of a display (e.g., the second region (A2) of FIG. 3) is housed inside an electronic device (101) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. The second region, which extends from the first region, can be at least partially hidden inside the electronic device in a different plane from the first region.

[0076] FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating a state in which a second region of a display is visually exposed to the outside of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. The second region, extending from the first region, can be visually visible, at least partially, to the outside of the electronic device, substantially in the same plane as the first region, based on movement of the second housing portion.

[0077] 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).

[0078] The state illustrated in FIG. 2 may represent a state in which substantially the entire second region is hidden within the electronic device, on a different plane from the first region. For example, the state illustrated in FIG. 2 may be referred to as a slide-in state of the electronic device (101), or a state in which the second region (A2) of the display (203) is closed.

[0079] The state illustrated in FIG. 3 may represent a state in which the second region, which is substantially on the same plane as the first region, has a maximized area visually exposed to the outside of the electronic device. For example, 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 region (A2) of the display (203) is open.

[0080] The embodiments of FIGS. 2 to 3 may be combined with the embodiments of FIG. 1 or the embodiments of FIGS. 4 to 24.

[0081] Referring to FIGS. 2 and 3, an electronic device (101) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) may include a housing (210). The housing (210) may include a first housing portion (201) and a second housing portion (202) that is arranged to be relatively movable with respect to the first housing portion (201). In one embodiment, the first housing portion (201) of the electronic device (101) may be interpreted as a structure in which the first housing portion (201) is arranged to be slidably movable with respect to the second housing portion (202). According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) may be arranged to be reciprocally movable for a predetermined distance in a direction shown with respect to the first housing portion (201), for example, in a direction indicated by arrow ① of FIG. 3. The first housing portion (201) may be referred to as a first housing (201), and the second housing portion (202) may be referred to as a second housing (202).

[0082] 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. For example, the second housing portion (202) may be configured to move between the retracted position and the extended position with respect to the first housing portion (201).

[0083] 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 defined 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 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 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 part (201) and / or the second housing part (202) to move the second housing part (202) relative to the first housing part (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 method for causing the slide-in / out operation of the electronic device (101) is not limited thereto.

[0084] 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) or 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) or 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).

[0085] 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).

[0086] According to one embodiment, the first-first side wall (211a), the first-second side wall (211b), and the first-third side wall (211c) of the first cover member (211) may be formed in a shape in which one side (e.g., the front face) is open to accommodate (or surround) at least a portion of the second housing portion (202). For example, at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) may be surrounded by the first housing portion (201) and may slide in a direction parallel to the first surface (e.g., the first surface (F1) of FIG. 4), for example, in the direction of arrow ①, while being guided by the first housing portion (201). According to one embodiment, the first-first side wall (211a), the first-second side wall (211b), and / or the first-third side wall (211c) of the first cover member (211) may be formed as an integral part. According to one embodiment, the first-first side wall (211a), the first-second side wall (211b), and / or the first-third side wall (211c) of the first cover member (211) may be formed as separate structures and then joined or assembled.

[0087] 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).

[0088] 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 (e.g., the first area (A1)) of the display (203). In one embodiment, the second cover member (221) may be referred to as a front cover.

[0089] 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).

[0090] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) can 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 of FIG. 3) 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) can 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) can 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).

[0091] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) may be configured to move between a first position (e.g., FIG. 2) and a second position (e.g., FIG. 3) relative to the first housing portion (201).

[0092] 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 (e.g., length in the X direction) and the height (e.g., 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) may be changed based on the slide movement of the electronic device (101).

[0093] 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.

[0094] According to one embodiment, the display (203) may be configured to change the size of a portion that can be seen from the front side of the housing (210) based on the sliding movement of the second housing portion (202). According to one embodiment, the display (203) may include a first area (A1) and a second 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). The first area (A1) may be defined and / or referred to as the first portion, or the first display area. The second area (A2) may be defined and / or referred to as the second portion, or the second display area. Based on the movement of the second housing portion (202) relative to the first housing portion (201), at least a portion of the second area (A2) may be configured to be bent.

[0095] According to one embodiment, as the second housing portion (202) moves between a retracted position and an extended position relative to the first housing portion (201), the size of the display (203) viewed toward the exterior front face of the electronic device (101) can be varied. For example, when the second housing portion (202) is positioned in a retracted position relative to the first housing portion (201) (e.g., FIG. 2), the size (or area) of the display (203) viewed toward the exterior front face of the electronic device (101) can be substantially minimized. Additionally, when the second housing portion (202) is positioned in an extended position relative to the first housing portion (201) (e.g., FIG. 3), the size (or area) of the display (203) viewed toward the exterior front face of the electronic device (101) can be substantially maximized.

[0096] According to one embodiment, the first area (A1) may be disposed on the second housing portion (202). For example, the first area (A1) may be disposed on the second cover member (221) of the second housing portion (202). According to one embodiment, the second area (A2) may extend from the first 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., in the -Y direction) of the electronic device (101). For example, in the slide-out state of the electronic device (101), the second area (A2) may 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 a slide-in state to a slide-out state, the display (203) may extend in an upward direction (e.g., +Y direction) of the electronic device (101). For example, in the slide-out state of the electronic device (101), the second area (A2) may be visually exposed from above (e.g., +Y direction) of the display (203).

[0097] According to one embodiment, the second region (A2) moves substantially under the guidance of a region of the first housing part (201) (e.g., the guide rail (250) of FIG. 4) and may be stored 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 region (A2) may move based on the sliding movement of the second housing part (202) in the first direction (e.g., the direction indicated by arrow ①). For example, while the second housing part (202) slides, a portion of the second region (A2) may be deformed into a curved shape at a position corresponding to the curved surface (213a) (e.g., the curved portion) of the first housing part (201).

[0098] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) is changed 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 (e.g., in the +Z direction or toward the front of the electronic device) of the second cover member (221) (e.g., the front cover), the second area (A2) may be gradually exposed to the outside of the first housing portion (201) to form substantially the same plane as the first 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 exposed second 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 area (A2) may maintain a curved shape at a position corresponding to the curved surface (213a).

[0099] 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).

[0100] 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, 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 the 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 illustrated may be located in the first housing portion (201).

[0101] 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).

[0102] According to one embodiment, the camera modules (249a, 249b) may include a first camera module (249a) (e.g., a front camera) and a second camera module (249b) (e.g., a rear camera) (e.g., the second camera module (249b) of FIGS. 5A and 5B). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include at least one of a wide-angle camera, a telephoto camera, or a macro camera, and may measure a distance to a subject by including an infrared projector and / or an infrared receiver, depending on the embodiment. The camera modules (249a, 249b) may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, and / or an image signal processor. The first camera module (249a) may be arranged to face the same direction as the display (203). For example, the first camera module (249a) may be disposed around the first 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 area (A1)) and may include a hidden under-display camera (UDC). According to one embodiment, the second camera module (249b) may capture a subject from a direction opposite to the first area (A1). 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 module (249b) may be formed in multiples to provide various arrangements. For example, a plurality of second camera modules (249b) may be arranged along a width direction (X-axis direction) that is substantially perpendicular to the slide movement direction (e.g., Y-axis direction) of the electronic device (101).According to one embodiment, the plurality of second camera modules (249b) may be arranged along the sliding movement direction (e.g., Y-axis direction) of the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the plurality of second camera modules (249b) may be arranged along N * M rows and columns like a matrix.

[0103] 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).

[0104] 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).

[0105] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0106] FIG. 5A is a cross-sectional view taken along line A-A' of FIG. 2 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0107] FIG. 5b is a cross-sectional view taken along line B-B' of FIG. 3, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0108] Referring to FIGS. 4, 5A, and / or 5B, an electronic device (101) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 to 3) may include a housing (210), a first housing portion (201), a second housing portion (202), a display assembly (230), and a driving structure (240). The configuration of the first housing portion (201), the second housing portion (202), and the display assembly (230) of FIGS. 4, 5A, and / or 5B may be all or part of the same as the configuration of the housing (210), the first housing portion (201), the second housing portion (202), and the display (203) of FIGS. 2 and / or 3.

[0109] The embodiments of FIGS. 4 to 5b may be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 3, or the embodiments of FIGS. 6 to 24.

[0110] According to one embodiment, the housing (210) may include a first housing portion (201), or a second housing portion (202) movably coupled to the first housing portion (201).

[0111] According to one embodiment, the first housing portion (201) may include a first cover member (211) (e.g., the first cover member (211) of FIGS. 2 and 3), a frame (213), and a first rear plate (215).

[0112] According to one embodiment, the first cover member (211) can accommodate at least a portion of the frame (213) and accommodate a component (e.g., a battery (289)) positioned in the frame (213). According to one embodiment, the first cover member (211) can be formed to surround at least a portion of the second housing portion (202). According to one embodiment, the first cover member (211) can protect a component (e.g., a second circuit board (249) and the frame (213)) positioned in the first housing portion (201) from external impact. According to one embodiment, a second circuit board (249) electrically connected to an electrical component (e.g., an actuator, a speaker, a SIM socket, and / or the first circuit board (248)) can be connected to the first cover member (211).

[0113] In one embodiment, the frame (213) can be connected to the first cover member (211). For example, the frame (213) can be connected to the first cover member (211), and the second housing portion (202) can move relatively to the first cover member (211) and / or the frame (213). In one embodiment, the frame (213) can accommodate the battery (289). For example, the frame (213) can include a groove for accommodating the battery (289). The frame (213) can be connected to the battery cover (289a) and, together with the battery cover (289a), can surround at least a portion of the battery (289). In one embodiment, the frame (213) can include a curved surface (213a) facing the display assembly (230).

[0114] 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.

[0115] 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).

[0116] According to one embodiment, the second cover member (221) is connected to the first housing portion (201) through a guide rail (250) and can move linearly back and forth in one direction (e.g., in the direction of arrow ① in FIG. 3) while being guided by the guide rail (250).

[0117] 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 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., a 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.

[0118] 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).

[0119] 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.

[0120] According to one embodiment, the display assembly (230) may include a display (231) (e.g., display (203) of FIGS. 2 and / or 3) and a multi-bar (232) supporting the display (231). According to one embodiment, the display (231) may be referred to as a flexible display, a foldable display, and / or a rollable display. According to one embodiment, a first area (A1) of the display (231) may be supported by a rigid body, and a second area (A2) may be supported by a bendable structure. For example, the first area (A1) may be supported by a first surface (F1) of the second cover member (221) or a plate (not shown). The second area (A2) may be supported by the multi-bar (232).

[0121] According to one embodiment, the multi-bar (232) may be connected or attached to at least a portion (e.g., the second area (A2)) of the display (231). According to one embodiment, as the second housing portion (202) slides, the multi-bar (232) may 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 (232) may be mostly accommodated within 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 (232) may move in response to a curved surface (213a) positioned at the edge of the frame (213). According to one embodiment, the multi-bar (232) may be referred to as a display support member, a support structure, or a multi-bar structure. The multi-bar (232) may include a plurality of bars. According to an embodiment, the multi-bar (232) may be in the form of a single bendable plate.

[0122] 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).

[0123] 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).

[0124] 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) to control 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.

[0125] 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, a 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 radio frequency cable (FRC) of a flexible printed circuit board type. 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).

[0126] According to one embodiment, the memory may include, for example, volatile memory or non-volatile memory.

[0127] 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.

[0128] 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.

[0129] In one embodiment, the battery (289) is a device for supplying power to at least one component of the electronic device (101), and may include a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell. The battery (289) may be integrally disposed within the electronic device (101), or may be detachably disposed with the electronic device (101). In one embodiment, the battery (289) may be formed as a single integral battery or may include multiple detachable batteries. In one embodiment, the battery (289) may be positioned in the frame (213). For example, the battery (289) may be surrounded by the frame (213) and a battery cover (289a). In one embodiment, the battery (289) may be positioned within the second housing portion (202) and may slide together with the second housing portion (202).

[0130] According to one embodiment, the guide rail (250) can guide the movement of the multi-bar (232). The guide rail (250) can include a first guide rail (250A) and a second guide rail (250B). The first guide rail (250A) can be arranged between the frame (213) and the first-second side wall of the first housing portion (201) (e.g., the first-second side wall (211b) of FIGS. 2 to 3). The second guide rail (250B) can be arranged between the frame (213) and the first-third side wall of the first housing portion (201) (e.g., the first-third side wall (211c) of FIGS. 2 to 3). The configuration of the second guide rail (250B) can be partially or entirely the same as the configuration of the first guide rail (250A). The multi-bar (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 frame (213). In one embodiment, the slit (251) can be referred to as a groove or recess formed on the inner surface of the guide rail (250). Referring to FIG. 4, the guide rail (250) enlarged within the P2 circle is illustrated.

[0131] According to one embodiment, the guide rail (250) can provide force to the multi-bar (232) based on the driving of the actuator (241).

[0132] 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 so as to be visually exposed to the outside from the first housing portion (201) through the actuation of the actuator (241). For example, the gear (244) can rotate in the first rotational direction based on the actuation 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 so as to be visually exposed to the outside from the first housing portion (201) based on the slide movement of the rack (242) toward the slide-out direction.

[0133] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device (101) changes from a slide-in state to a slide-out state, the guide rail (250) may be configured to guide the movement of the multi-bar (232). For example, the multi-bar (232) may move along the slit (251) of the guide rail (250). For example, at least a portion of the multi-bar (232) may change position on the slit (251) formed between the inner portion (252) and the outer portion (253). The second housing portion (202) may slide to expand relative to the first housing portion (201). At least a portion of the display assembly (230) accommodated between the first cover member (211) and the frame (213) may expand toward the front.

[0134] 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.

[0135] 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 (232). The multi-bar (232) provided with force moves along the slit (251) of the guide rail (250), and at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) can slide so as to be accommodated in the first housing portion (201). At least a portion of the display assembly (230) can be accommodated between the first cover member (211) and the frame (213).

[0136] 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).

[0137] Referring to FIG. 5A, in the slide-in state of the electronic device (101), at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) may be arranged to be accommodated in the first housing portion (201). As the second housing portion (202) is arranged to be accommodated in the first housing portion (201), the overall size of the electronic device (101) may be reduced. In one embodiment, when the second housing portion (202) is accommodated in the first housing portion (201), the size of the visually exposed display (231) may be minimized. For example, when the second housing portion (202) is completely accommodated in the first housing portion (201), the first area (A1) of the display (231) is visually exposed, and at least a portion (e.g., a portion facing the -Z axis) of the second area (A2) may be arranged between the battery (289) and the first rear plate (215).

[0138] Referring to FIG. 5B, when the electronic device (101) is in a slide-out state, at least a portion of the second housing portion (202) may protrude from the first housing portion (201). As the second housing portion (202) protrudes from the first housing portion (201), the overall size of the electronic device (101) may increase. According to one embodiment, when the second housing portion (202) protrudes from the first housing portion (201), at least a portion of the second area (A2) of the display (231) may be visually exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101) together with the first area (A1).

[0139] FIG. 6 is a side view illustrating a display assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 7 is a plan view illustrating a display assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0140] The embodiments of FIGS. 6 to 7 can be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 5b, or the embodiments of FIGS. 8 to 24.

[0141] Referring to FIGS. 6 and 7, an electronic device (101) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1 or the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 2 to 5B) may include a second housing portion (202), a display (203), a guide rail (250), or a display assembly (300).

[0142] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (202) can be configured to be relatively movable with respect to the first housing portion (e.g., the first housing portion (201) of FIGS. 2 to 4). The second cover member (221) of the second housing portion (202) (e.g., the second cover member (221) of FIGS. 2 to 4) can be configured to support at least a portion of the display (203) (e.g., the display (203) of FIGS. 2 to 3, or the display (231) of FIGS. 4 to 5b) (e.g., the first area (A1) of FIG. 4).

[0143] According to one embodiment, the display (203) may include a first area (e.g., the first area (A1) of FIG. 4) positioned on a first surface (e.g., the first surface (F1) of FIG. 4) of the second cover member (221), or a second area (e.g., the second area (A2) of FIG. 4) extending from the first area. The second area may be supported by a multi-bar (301) and may move while being guided by a guide rail (250) (e.g., the guide rail (250) of FIG. 4). The display (203) may be referred to as a flexible display.

[0144] In one embodiment, the display assembly (300) may be configured to protect the display (203). In one embodiment, the display assembly (300) may be defined and / or interpreted as including the display (203) and components that protect the display (203). For example, the display assembly (300) may be configured to protect an outer surface (e.g., a surface facing the outside of the electronic device (101)) of the display (203) (or the display panel) or to protect an edge of the display (203). In one embodiment, the display assembly (300) may be defined and / or interpreted as a structure configured to limit and / or reduce the display (203) from being detached or separated from the multi-bar (301) when an external impact is applied to the electronic device (101) (e.g., a falling situation).

[0145] According to one embodiment, the display assembly (300) may include a multi-bar (301) (e.g., multi-bar (232) of FIG. 4), a protective layer (330), or a support plate (340). For example, the display assembly (300) may be defined and / or interpreted as including a display (203) and components (301, 330, 340) configured to protect and / or support the display (203). The display assembly (300) may be defined and / or referred to as a display protection structure that protects the display (203) and / or a display support structure that supports the display (203).

[0146] According to one embodiment, the multi-bar (301) may include a plurality of bars. The plurality of bars may be arranged parallel to each other. Each of the plurality of bars may be spaced apart from adjacent bars.

[0147] According to one embodiment, a first bar (310) among the plurality of bars may be arranged parallel to a second bar (320) adjacent to the first bar (310) among the plurality of bars. The first bar (310) may be spaced apart from the second bar (320). The description of the first bar (310) and the second bar (320) disclosed herein below may be equally applied and / or understood to a pair of bars adjacent to each other.

[0148] According to one embodiment, the plurality of bars of the multi-bar (301) can be connected or attached to the second area of ​​the display (203). As the second housing portion (202) slides relative to the first housing portion, the plurality of bars of the multi-bar (301) can move relative to the first housing portion along a slit of the guide rail (250) (e.g., the slit (251) of FIG. 4).

[0149] In one embodiment, the protective layer (330) may be disposed on the outer surface of the display (203). For example, the protective layer (330) may be stacked on the outer surface of the display (203). The protective layer (330) may cover the display (203) so that the outer surface of the display (203) is not exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101). As the outer surface of the display (203) is protected by the protective layer (330), scratches or damage to the display (203) may be limited and / or reduced. The protective layer (330) may include, but is not limited to, a thin, transparent film or a flexible glass.

[0150] According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the protective layer (330) (e.g., the extended portion (332) of FIG. 10A) can be disposed between the support plate (340) and the plurality of bars. For example, at least a portion of the protective layer (330) (e.g., the extended portion (332) of FIG. 10A) can be disposed between the support plate (340) and the plurality of bars in a direction perpendicular to the direction in which the second housing portion (202) slides relative to the first housing portion (e.g., the Z-axis direction of FIGS. 6 and 7).

[0151] According to one embodiment, the support plate (340) may be positioned to cover an edge of the protection layer (330) or at least a portion of the protection layer (330) (e.g., the extended portion (332) of FIG. 10A). The support plate (340) may include a flexible material. For example, the support plate (340) may include at least one of stainless steel, copper (Cu), aluminum (Al), or a polymer sheet. The support plate (340) may include a plurality of openings. For example, the support plate (340) may be defined and / or referred to as a lattice plate having a lattice pattern formed therein, the lattice pattern including a plurality of openings that provide flexibility to the support plate (340). The plurality of openings may be configured to provide flexibility to the support plate (340), or may be configured to provide a space capable of accommodating a portion of the multi-bar (301).

[0152] According to one embodiment, a portion of the support plate (340) may be fixed to a plurality of bars of the multi-bar (301). Accordingly, the protective layer (330) disposed between the plurality of bars and the support plate (340) may be restricted and / or reduced from being detached or separated between the plurality of bars and the support plate (340) when an external impact is applied to the electronic device (101).

[0153] According to one embodiment, the support plate (340) may have a length that is arranged over the entire area of ​​the edge of the second area (e.g., the second area (A2) of FIG. 4) of the display (203), but is not limited thereto and may also have a length that is arranged over only a portion of the edge of the second area.

[0154] FIG. 8 is a perspective view showing one bar of a multi-bar according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0155] The embodiment of FIG. 8 can be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 7, or the embodiments of FIGS. 9a to 24.

[0156] Referring to FIG. 8, one bar (301a) among a plurality of bars of a multi-bar (301) (e.g., the multi-bar (301) of FIG. 6) is illustrated.

[0157] The description of one bar (301a) illustrated with reference to FIG. 8 as an example can be equally applied and / or understood to other bars of the multi-bar (301).

[0158] According to one embodiment, the bar (301a) may include a support portion (302), a cover portion (303), a fixing portion (304), or a pole portion (305).

[0159] According to one embodiment, the support portion (302) may be configured to support an inner surface (e.g., a surface facing the inside of the electronic device) of the display (e.g., the display (203) of FIGS. 6 to 7). The support portion (302) may have, but is not limited to, a shape of an elongated rod. The support portion (302) may extend in a direction perpendicular to a direction in which the second housing portion moves relative to the first housing portion (e.g., the X-axis direction of FIG. 4 or the X-axis direction of FIG. 8), but is not limited thereto.

[0160] According to one embodiment, the cover portion (303) may be positioned at both ends of the support portion (302). The cover portion (303) may cover a lateral surface of the display or an edge of the display. The cover portion (303) may be spaced apart from the lateral surface of the display or an edge of the display, but is not limited thereto. The cover portion (303) may be positioned substantially perpendicular to the support portion (302), but is not limited thereto.

[0161] In one embodiment, the fixed portion (304) may protrude from at least a portion of the bar (301a). For example, referring to box P3 of FIG. 8, the fixed portion (304) may protrude from the cover portion (303). The fixed portion (304) may be defined and / or referred to as a protrusion. The fixed portion (304) may be integrally formed with the cover portion (303), but is not limited thereto.

[0162] According to one embodiment, the fixed portion (304) can be accommodated in a first opening (e.g., the first opening (334) of FIG. 9A) of a protective layer (e.g., the protective layer (330) of FIG. 9A). The fixed portion (304) can be coupled or fixed to a support plate (e.g., the support plate (340) of FIG. 11).

[0163] According to one embodiment, the pole portion (305) may be disposed on the support portion (302). For example, the pole portion (305) may be disposed adjacent to both ends of the support portion (302), but may be disposed below the support portion (302). For example, the pole portion (305) may be disposed below the support portion (302) (e.g., in the -Z direction of FIG. 8), and the cover portion (303) may be disposed above the support portion (302) (e.g., in the +Z direction of FIG. 8).

[0164] According to one embodiment, the pole portion (305) can be placed in a slit (e.g., a slit (251) of FIG. 4) of a guide rail (e.g., a guide rail (250) of FIG. 4). When the multi-bar (301) moves, the pole portion (305) can move along the slit.

[0165] FIG. 9A is a plan view illustrating a protective layer according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 9B is a plan view illustrating a state in which a protective layer is laminated on a display according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0166] The embodiments of FIGS. 9A and 9B can be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 8, or the embodiments of FIGS. 10A to 24.

[0167] Referring to FIGS. 9A and 9B, the protective layer (330) may include a base portion (331) or an extended portion (332).

[0168] According to one embodiment, the base portion (331) may cover the entire outer surface of the display (203). The base portion (331) may have a size and / or shape substantially corresponding to the outer surface of the display (203), but is not limited thereto.

[0169] According to one embodiment, the extension portion (332) may extend from the base portion (331). That the extension portion (332) extends relative to the base portion (331) may be defined and / or interpreted as extending to a sufficient size or length for the first opening (334) and / or the second opening (335) described below to be formed in the extension portion (332).

[0170] According to one embodiment, the extension portion (332) may be defined and / or interpreted as a part of the base portion (331).

[0171] According to one embodiment, the protective layer (330) may include a first opening (334) formed in the extended portion (332). A plurality of first openings (334) may be provided. The plurality of first openings (334) may be spaced apart from each other. According to one embodiment, the first opening (334) may be, but is not limited to, a hole formed in the protective layer (330). The first opening (334) may be disposed adjacent to an edge of the protective layer (330) (e.g., an edge of the extended portion (332)), but is not limited thereto. For example, when viewed from the front of the display (203), the first opening (334) may at least partially overlap a black matrix area (BM) of the display (203). The first opening (334) may be disposed outside a display area of ​​the display (203). The first opening (334) can be placed in an area that does not overlap with the display area of ​​the display (203).

[0172] According to one embodiment, the first opening (334) may accommodate a fixed portion (e.g., fixed portion (304) of FIG. 8) of a multi-bar (e.g., multi-bar (301) of FIG. 8).

[0173] According to one embodiment, the protective layer (330) may include a second opening (335) formed in the extension portion (332). A plurality of second openings (335) may be provided. The plurality of second openings (335) may be spaced apart from each other. The plurality of second openings (335) may be arranged alternately with the plurality of first openings (334).

[0174] According to one embodiment, the second opening (335) may be configured to provide flexibility to the protective layer (330). The second opening (335) may be, but is not limited to, a hole formed in the protective layer (330). For example, the second opening (335) may include a slit, a groove, or a recess formed in the protective layer (330).

[0175] In one embodiment, when the protective layer (330) is laminated on the display (203) (e.g., FIG. 9b), the first opening (334) may not overlap with the display (203). When the protective layer (330) is laminated on the display (203) (e.g., FIG. 9b), the second opening (335) may at least partially overlap with the display (203). In one embodiment, the second opening (335) may entirely overlap with the display (203). For example, when viewed from the front of the display (203), the second opening (335) may be at least partially disposed to be overlapped with the black matrix area (BM) of the display (203).

[0176] FIG. 10A is a perspective view illustrating a multi-bar, a display, and a protective layer according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 10B is a cross-sectional view illustrating a multi-bar, a display, and a protective layer according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 11 is a perspective view illustrating a support plate and a protective layer according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 12A is a perspective view illustrating a multi-bar, a support plate, and a protective layer according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 12B is a perspective view illustrating a multi-bar, a support plate, and a protective layer according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0177] The embodiments of FIGS. 10a to 12b can be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 9b, or the embodiments of FIGS. 13 to 24.

[0178] Referring to FIG. 10a, a state in which a protective layer (330) is combined or placed on a multi-bar (301) is illustrated.

[0179] According to one embodiment, the protective layer (330) may include a base portion (331) or an extension portion (332).

[0180] According to one embodiment, the multi-bar (301) may include a plurality of bars. For example, the multi-bar (301) may include a first bar (310) and a second bar (320) positioned adjacent to the first bar (310).

[0181] According to one embodiment, the first bar (310) may include a first fixed portion (314) (e.g., fixed portion (304) of FIG. 8). The second bar (320) may include a second fixed portion (324) (e.g., fixed portion (304) of FIG. 8).

[0182] According to one embodiment, when the protective layer (330) is coupled to the multi-bar (301), the plurality of first openings (334) of the protective layer (330) can accommodate the fixing portions (314, 324). For example, the first fixing portion (314) can be accommodated in one first opening (334), and the second fixing portion (324) can be accommodated in another first opening (334) adjacent to the one first opening (334). The state in which the fixing portions (314, 324) are accommodated in the first openings (334) can be defined and / or interpreted as a state in which the fixing portions (314, 324) are inserted in, mounted in, or surrounded by the first openings (334).

[0183] According to one embodiment, the second opening (335) may be located between the first bar (310) and the second bar (320). The second opening (335) may be located between the first fixed portion (314) and the second fixed portion (324).

[0184] Referring to Fig. 10b, a cross-sectional view taken along the first bar (310) is shown.

[0185] In one embodiment, the protective layer (330) may be positioned to protect the outer surface of the display (203). For example, the protective layer (330) may cover the outer surface of the display (203).

[0186] According to one embodiment, the display (203) can be coupled to a support portion (312) of the first bar (310) (e.g., support portion (302) of FIG. 8) via an adhesive layer (2031). The adhesive layer (2031) can include, but is not limited to, a double-sided tape, a bond, or a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA).

[0187] According to one embodiment, the first fixed portion (314) of the first bar (310) can be accommodated in a first opening (334) formed in an extension portion (332) of the protective layer (330).

[0188] Referring to Fig. 11, a state before a support plate (340) is laminated on a protective layer (330) is illustrated. Referring to Fig. 12a, a state in which a support plate (340) is laminated on a protective layer (330) is illustrated. Referring to Fig. 12b, for convenience of explanation, a state in which a portion of the support plate (340) is cut off is illustrated.

[0189] Referring to FIGS. 11 to 12b, the support plate (340) may be disposed on or seated on the extended portion (332) of the protective layer (330).

[0190] According to one embodiment, the support plate (340) can be coupled to the fixing parts (314, 324) of the multi-bar (301). For example, the fixing parts (314, 324) can be welded to the support plate (340). Depending on the embodiment, the coupling between the fixing parts (314, 324) and the support plate (340) can also be provided via an adhesive and / or double-sided tape.

[0191] According to one embodiment, the support plate (340) may include a lattice pattern (341). The lattice pattern (341) may provide flexibility to the support plate (340). The lattice pattern (341) may include, but is not limited to, a plurality of holes, a plurality of grooves, or a plurality of slits. The elements of the lattice pattern (341) may be densely packed with each other, but are not limited thereto. The lattice pattern (341) may be provided in multiple pieces.

[0192] According to one embodiment, the lattice pattern (341) may be positioned between the first bar (310) and the second bar (320). The lattice pattern (341) may be positioned between the first fixed portion (314) and the second fixed portion (324).

[0193] According to one embodiment, when the support plate (340) is coupled to the extension portion (332) of the protection layer (330), the lattice pattern (341) of the support plate (340) may overlap with the second opening (e.g., the second opening (335) of FIG. 10A) of the protection layer (330).

[0194] According to one embodiment, the fixed portions (314, 324) can contact and be coupled to the support plate (340) by penetrating the first openings (334) of the extension portion (332).

[0195] FIG. 13 is a diagram illustrating an electronic device in a slide-in state according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 14 is a cross-sectional view illustrating a display assembly according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 15 is a diagram illustrating an electronic device in a slide-out state according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 16a is a cross-sectional view taken along line CC' of FIG. 13 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 16b is a cross-sectional view taken along line DD' of FIG. 15 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0196] The embodiments of FIGS. 13 to 16b can be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 12b, or the embodiments of FIGS. 16c to 24.

[0197] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 14, a second housing portion (202) including a second cover member (221) and a display (203) at least partially supported by the second cover member (221) are illustrated.

[0198] According to one embodiment, the outer surface of the display (203) may be covered by a protective layer (330).

[0199] According to one embodiment, the display (203) and the display assembly (e.g., the display assembly (300) of FIG. 6) may be configured to move along a guide rail (250).

[0200] According to one embodiment, the display assembly (e.g., the display assembly (300) of FIG. 6) may be arranged in a curved shape (300R) at a position corresponding to a curved surface (e.g., the curved surface (213a) of FIG. 4) of a frame (e.g., the frame (213) of FIG. 4). For example, the plurality of bars (310, 320) of the multi-bar (301) may be arranged in a curved shape by being supported by the curved surface. At least a portion of the display (203) supported by the plurality of bars (310, 320) may also be arranged in a curved shape. As at least a portion of the display (203) is arranged in a curved shape, at least a portion of the protective layer (330) may be arranged in a curved shape. As the protective layer (330) and the plurality of bars (310, 320) are arranged in a curved shape, the support plate (340) arranged in the extended portion (332) of the protective layer (330) can be arranged in a curved shape.

[0201] Referring to Fig. 14, the second opening (335) formed in the extended portion (332) of the protective layer (330) may be positioned between the first bar (310) and the second bar (320). The lattice pattern (341) of the support plate (340) may be positioned between the first bar (310) and the second bar (320). The lattice pattern (341) may overlap with the second opening (335).

[0202] FIG. 16a shows a cross-sectional view of an electronic device (101) cut along line CC' of FIG. 13. FIG. 16a is a cross-sectional view cut along a portion of one of the bars (310a) (e.g., the first bar (310) or the second bar (320) of FIGS. 13 to 14) without a fixed portion.

[0203] Referring to FIG. 16a, a first housing portion (e.g., the first housing portion (201) of FIG. 2) including a first cover member (e.g., the first cover member (211) of FIG. 2) is illustrated. A side of the display (203) (e.g., a side facing the +X direction of FIG. 16a) may be spaced apart from the cover portion (303) of the bar (301a).

[0204] According to one embodiment, the first cover member (211) may include a first-third side wall (e.g., the first-third side wall (211c) of FIG. 2). The first-third side wall (211c) may include a bezel (2111) that covers an upper portion of an edge of the display (203). The bezel (2111) may cover the support plate (340).

[0205] According to one embodiment, the support plate (340) may be covered by the bezel (2111) and may not be visually visible from the front side of the electronic device (101) (e.g., the side facing the +Z direction in FIG. 16A). The support plate (340) may not be positioned in an active area (R1) within the entire area (R) of the display (203). The active area (R1) may be defined as an area within the entire area (R) of the display (203) where display pixels are activated when the display (203) is operated and visual images or information are actually displayed. For example, the support plate (340) may be positioned in a non-active area (R2) within the entire area (R) of the display (203). The non-active area (R2) may be defined as an area within the entire area (R) of the display (203) where visual images or information are not actually displayed when the display (203) is operated.

[0206] Referring to FIG. 15, a state in which display assemblies (e.g., display assembly (300) of FIG. 6) are arranged in a line is illustrated. For example, as the first bar (310) and the second bar (320) are arranged in a line, the protective layer (330) and the support plate (340) can be arranged in a line.

[0207] FIG. 16b shows a cross-sectional view of an electronic device (101) cut along line DD' of FIG. 15. FIG. 16b is a cross-sectional view cut along a portion where a fixed portion of one of the bars (310a) (e.g., the first bar (310) or the second bar (320) of FIG. 15) is located.

[0208] Referring to FIG. 16b, a first housing portion (e.g., the first housing portion (201) of FIG. 2) including a first cover member (e.g., the first cover member (211) of FIG. 2) is illustrated. A side of the display (203) (e.g., a side facing the +X direction of FIG. 16a) may be spaced apart from the cover portion (303) of the bar (301a).

[0209] According to one embodiment, the support plate (340) may be covered by the bezel (2111) and may not be visually visible from the front side of the electronic device (101) (e.g., the side facing the +Z direction in FIG. 16A). The support plate (340) may not be positioned in an active area (R1) of the entire area (R) of the display (203). For example, the support plate (340) may be positioned in a non-active area (R2) of the entire area (R) of the display (203).

[0210] Referring to FIGS. 16A and 16B, the support plate (340) may be covered by the bezel (2111) and may not be visually exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101) when the electronic device (101) is in a slide-in state (e.g., FIG. 2 or FIG. 5A) or a slide-out state (e.g., FIG. 3 or FIG. 5B).

[0211] When the electronic device (101) is dropped in a slide-out state, an external impact may be applied to the electronic device (101). The state of the electronic device (101) may rapidly change from a slide-out state to a slide-in state, and the multi-bar (301) may rapidly move along the guide rail (250). For example, as the multi-bar (301) moves rapidly, the display (203) supported by the multi-bar (301) may be deformed into a curved surface on a curved surface (e.g., the curved surface (213a) of FIG. 4). For example, the display (203) may be subjected to a force in a direction that separates or detaches from the multi-bar (301).

[0212] According to one embodiment, the extension portion (332) of the protective layer (330) can accommodate the fixed portion (304) of the bar (301a) and be covered by the support plate (340). Accordingly, the extension portion (332) of the protective layer (330) can be positioned between the support plate (340) and the cover portion (303). As the extension portion (332) is positioned between the support plate (340) and the cover portion (303), the protective layer (330) can be fixed to the bar (301a) so as not to be separated from the fixed portion (304). Accordingly, when an external impact is applied to the electronic device (101), the protective layer (330) can limit and / or prevent the display (203) from being separated or detached from the multi-bar (301). For example, the protective layer (330) can limit and / or prevent the display (203) from being lifted off the multi-bar (301). As the display (203) is limited and / or prevented from being lifted off the multi-bar (301), excessive deformation or excessive compression in some areas of the display (203) can be limited and / or prevented. Accordingly, breakage or cracking of the display (203) can be prevented and / or reduced.

[0213] FIG. 16C is a cross-sectional view illustrating a display assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 16D is a cross-sectional view illustrating a display assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0214] The embodiments of FIGS. 16c to 16d can be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 16b, or the embodiments of FIGS. 17 to 24.

[0215] Referring to FIGS. 16c and 16d, any one bar (301a) of the multi-bar (301) may include a support portion (302), a cover portion (303), or a fixed portion (304).

[0216] In one embodiment, the support portion (302) may have a display (203) adhered to it via an adhesive layer (2031). In one embodiment, the cover portion (303) may be spaced apart from an edge or side of the display (203).

[0217] According to one embodiment, the fixed portion (304) of the bar (301a) can be accommodated in a first opening (334, 3341) formed in an extension portion (332) of the protective layer (330) and can be brought into contact with and engaged with the support plate (340). The fixed portion (304) can be surrounded by the extension portion (332) defining the first opening (334, 3341).

[0218] According to one embodiment, the size of the first opening (334, 3341) may be sufficient to accommodate the fixed portion (304).

[0219] According to one embodiment (e.g., FIG. 16c), the size of the first opening (334) may be larger than the size of the fixed portion (304). Accordingly, a gap (g) may be formed between the extended portion (332) defining the first opening (334) and the fixed portion (304).

[0220] According to one embodiment (e.g., FIG. 16d), the size of the first opening (3341) may be substantially the same as the size of the fixed portion (304). Accordingly, no gap may be formed between the extended portion (332) defining the first opening (3341) and the fixed portion (304). For example, the fixed portion (304) may be in close contact with the inner edge of the extended portion (332) defining the first opening (3341).

[0221] FIG. 17A is a diagram illustrating one bar among a plurality of bars according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 17B is a diagram illustrating one bar among a plurality of bars according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 18A is a perspective view illustrating a fixing portion according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 18B is a perspective view illustrating a multi-bar, a protective layer, and a fixing portion according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 18C is a cross-sectional view illustrating a multi-bar, a protective layer, and a fixing portion according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 19 is a cross-sectional view illustrating a multi-bar, a protective layer, and a fixing portion according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0222] The embodiments of FIGS. 17a to 19 can be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 16d, or the embodiments of FIGS. 20a to 24.

[0223] Referring to FIGS. 17a and 17b, one bar (301a) among a plurality of bars of a multi-bar (301) (e.g., the multi-bar (301) of FIG. 6) is illustrated.

[0224] The description of one bar (301a) illustrated with reference to FIGS. 17a and 17b as examples can be equally applied and / or understood to other bars of the multi-bar (301).

[0225] According to one embodiment, the bar (301a) may include a support portion (e.g., support portion (302) of FIG. 8), a cover portion (303) (e.g., cover portion (303) of FIG. 8), or a pole portion (305) (e.g., pole portion (305) of FIG. 8).

[0226] According to one embodiment, the cover portion (303) may include an inner surface (3032) facing a display (e.g., display (203) of FIG. 18C) and an outer surface (3031) facing in a direction opposite to the inner surface (3032). The outer surface (3031) may be referred to as a first surface (3031), and the inner surface (3032) may be referred to as a second surface (3032).

[0227] According to one embodiment, a first groove (306) may be formed on a first surface (3031) of the cover portion (303). A second groove (307) may be formed on a second surface (3032) of the cover portion (303).

[0228] According to one embodiment, the multi-bar (301) may include a fixed portion (e.g., the fixed portion (400) of FIG. 18a).

[0229] Referring to FIGS. 18a, 18b, and 18c, the fixed portion (400) of the multi-bar (301) can be coupled to a plurality of bars (310, 320). The fixed portion (400) of the multi-bar (301) can be provided in multiple pieces. The fixed portion (400) can be interpreted as a separate component from the multi-bar (301), depending on the embodiment. For example, the fixed portion (400) can be manufactured as a separate component from the multi-bar (301) and assembled to the multi-bar (301).

[0230] According to one embodiment, the fixed portion (400) may include a planar portion (401), a first inserted portion (402), or a second inserted portion (403).

[0231] According to one embodiment, the planar portion (401) may be disposed on a first surface (e.g., the first surface (3031) of FIG. 17a) of a cover portion (e.g., the cover portion (303) of FIGS. 17a and 17b) of a plurality of bars (310, 320).

[0232] According to one embodiment, the first insertion portion (402) may extend from the planar portion (401) and may be inserted into a first groove (e.g., the first groove (306) of FIG. 17A) of a plurality of bars (310, 320).

[0233] According to one embodiment, the second insertion portion (403) may extend from the flat portion (401) and be at least partially inserted into the first opening (334). The second insertion portion (403) may be inserted into the second groove (307) of the plurality of bars (310, 320). The second insertion portion (403) may have a shape that is bent at least once, but is not limited thereto.

[0234] According to one embodiment, the fixed portion (400) may have a structure in which the protective layer (330) and the display (203) pass through the first opening (334) formed in the extension portion (332) and are fixed to the second groove (307) so as to prevent them from being detached or separated from the multi-bar (301).

[0235] Referring to FIG. 19, the fixed portion (400) may include a flat portion (4011), a first insert portion (not shown), or a second insert portion (4031).

[0236] In one embodiment, the planar portion (4011) can be disposed on the second side (3032) of the cover portion (303) of the plurality of bars (310, 320). In one embodiment, the planar portion (4011) can be disposed at least partially in the first opening (334).

[0237] According to one embodiment, the first insertion portion (not shown) may extend from the planar portion (4011) and be inserted into a second groove (e.g., the second groove (307) of FIG. 17b) formed on the second surface (3032) of the plurality of bars (310, 320).

[0238] According to one embodiment, the second insertion portion (4031) may extend from the flat portion (4011). The second insertion portion (403) may be inserted into a first groove (3061) formed on a first surface (3031) of a plurality of bars (310, 320) (e.g., the first groove (306) of FIG. 17A). The second insertion portion (4031) may have a shape that is bent at least once, but is not limited thereto.

[0239] According to one embodiment, the fixed portion (400) may have a structure in which the protective layer (330) and the display (203) pass through the first opening (334) formed in the extension portion (332) and are fixed to the first groove (3061) so as to prevent them from being detached or separated from the multi-bar (301).

[0240] Referring to FIGS. 18a to 19, the fixed portion (400) may be a clip type member that is detachable from the multi-bar (301), but is not limited thereto.

[0241] FIG. 20A is a perspective view illustrating a display assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 20B is a perspective view illustrating a display assembly according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0242] The embodiments of FIGS. 20A and 20B can be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 19, or the embodiments of FIGS. 21A to 24.

[0243] Referring to FIGS. 20a and 20b, a support plate (340) laminated to a multi-bar (301) is illustrated.

[0244] Referring to FIG. 20A, the support plate (340) may not be coupled with a portion (2211) of the second cover member (221). The portion (2211) of the second cover member (221) may be defined as an edge of a first surface (e.g., the first surface (F1) of FIG. 4) of the second cover member (221), but is not limited thereto.

[0245] Referring to FIG. 20b, the support plate (340) may include a coupling portion (343) coupled with a portion (2211) of the second cover member (221). For example, the coupling portion (343) may extend from an end of the support plate (340) and overlap with a portion of the second cover member (221). The coupling portion (343) may be welded to a portion (2211) of the second cover member (221), but is not limited thereto. According to an embodiment, the coupling portion (343) may also be coupled to a portion (2211) of the second cover member (221) through a fastening member such as a screw.

[0246] FIG. 21A is a drawing illustrating a protective layer and a first reinforcing member according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 21B is a drawing illustrating a protective layer and a first reinforcing member according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 21C is a cross-sectional view illustrating a multi-bar, a protective layer, and a first reinforcing member according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0247] The embodiments of FIGS. 21A to 21C can be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 20B or the embodiments of FIGS. 22 to 24.

[0248] According to one embodiment, a display assembly (e.g., display assembly (300) of FIG. 6) may include a first reinforcement member (350). The first reinforcement member (350) may be positioned in a first opening (334) formed in an extended portion (332) of a protective layer (330).

[0249] According to one embodiment, the first reinforcing member (350) may have an overall loop shape. An opening may be formed inside the first reinforcing member (350).

[0250] According to one embodiment, the first reinforcing member (350) can be at least partially inserted or coupled into the first opening (334).

[0251] According to one embodiment, the first reinforcing member (350) may include a first reinforcing portion (351) and a second reinforcing portion (352). The first reinforcing portion (351) may be inserted into the first opening (334) and may be disposed on the same plane as the protective layer (330). The second reinforcing portion (352) may extend from the first reinforcing portion (351). The second reinforcing portion (352) may be disposed on an upper surface of the extension portion (332) (e.g., a surface facing the +Z direction in FIGS. 21A to 21C ).

[0252] In one embodiment, a fixing portion (304) may be positioned inside the first reinforcing member (350). In one embodiment, the first reinforcing member (350) may limit and / or reduce cracking or breakage of the inner edge of the extension portion (332) defining the first opening (334).

[0253] According to one embodiment, the first reinforcing member (350) may include, but is not limited to, a film material, a metal material, or a coating material. The first reinforcing member (350) may include various materials that can limit and / or reduce damage to the inner edge of the extended portion (332) defining the first opening (334).

[0254] FIG. 22 is a drawing showing a protective layer and a second reinforcing member according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 23 is a cross-sectional view showing a multi-bar, a protective layer, and a second reinforcing member according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0255] The embodiments of FIGS. 22 to 23 can be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 21c, or the embodiment of FIG. 24.

[0256] Referring to FIGS. 22 and 23, a display assembly (e.g., display assembly (300) of FIG. 6) may include a second reinforced member (360).

[0257] According to one embodiment, the second reinforcing member (360) may be disposed on an extended portion (332) of the protective layer (330). For example, the second reinforcing member (360) may be disposed adjacent to an edge of the protective layer (330) (e.g., an edge facing the +X direction of FIG. 22) and may extend along the edge of the protective layer (330). The second reinforcing member (360) may be provided in an elongated shape, but is not limited thereto.

[0258] In one embodiment, the second reinforcing member (360) may overlap the second opening (335). For example, the second reinforcing member (360) may be arranged to span across a plurality of second openings (335). The second reinforcing member (360) may be arranged to cross a plurality of second openings (335).

[0259] In one embodiment, the second reinforcing member (360) may be positioned adjacent to the first opening (334). The second reinforcing member (360) may not overlap the first opening (334). In another embodiment, the second reinforcing member (360) may at least partially overlap the first opening (334).

[0260] According to one embodiment, the second reinforcing member (360) can be configured to limit and / or reduce breakage of the extension portion (332) defining the first opening (334) and / or the second opening (335).

[0261] According to one embodiment, the second reinforcing member (360) may include, but is not limited to, a film material, a metal material, or a coating material. For example, the second reinforcing member (360) may include various materials that can limit and / or reduce damage to the extension portion (332) defining the first opening (334) and / or the second opening (335). For example, the second reinforcing member (360) may be configured to disperse the amount of impact applied to the protective layer (330) when an external impact is applied to the electronic device.

[0262] Referring to FIG. 23, the second reinforcing member (360) can be placed on substantially the same plane as the support plate (340).

[0263] FIG. 24 is a plan view showing a protective layer according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0264] The embodiment of FIG. 24 can be combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 23.

[0265] Referring to FIG. 24, the protective layer (330) may include a base portion (331) or an extension portion (332) extending from the base portion (331).

[0266] According to one embodiment, the extension portion (332) may include a first opening (334) and a second opening (3351).

[0267] According to one embodiment, the first opening (334) may include a hole of a closed shape surrounded by an extension portion (332). The first opening (334) may accommodate a fixed portion (304) of the multi-bar (301).

[0268] According to one embodiment, the second opening (3351) may include a groove, slit, or recess in an opened notch shape extending to an edge (332a) of the extension portion (332). The second opening (3351) may be configured to provide flexibility to the protective layer (330).

[0269] Electronic devices, including displays, may face limitations in implementing screens larger than the size of the electronic device due to the fixed display structure. Therefore, electronic devices incorporating rollable displays are being studied.

[0270] An electronic device including a rollable display may have an area of ​​the display area of ​​the display and / or a portion of the electronic device that may expand or contract when a sliding motion is implemented. The rollable display may have at least one portion that may bend or unfold based on the sliding motion of the electronic device.

[0271] The deformable parts of a rollable display can be subject to excessive stress or external force, as they require rapid deformation when subjected to a large impact on the electronic device. In such cases, the rollable display may become detached or detached from the supporting structure.

[0272] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, an electronic device can be provided that can limit and / or reduce excessive deformation or excessive compression of a flexible display through a fastening structure of the flexible display and a surrounding structure.

[0273] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, an electronic device can be provided that can limit and / or reduce a flexible display from being lifted off a multi-bar when an external impact is applied to the electronic device.

[0274] However, 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.

[0275] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a display assembly and an electronic device including the same can be provided that can limit and / or reduce excessive deformation and / or excessive compression of a flexible display.

[0276] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a display assembly and an electronic device including the same can be provided that can prevent and / or limit damage to a flexible display when an external impact is applied to the flexible display and / or electronic device.

[0277] 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.

[0278] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, an electronic device (101) may include a housing (210) including a first housing portion (201) and a second housing portion (202) configured to move relative to the first housing portion (201).

[0279] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a flexible display (203) disposed on the housing (210).

[0280] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a multi-bar (301) configured to support at least a portion of the flexible display (203) and including a plurality of bars.

[0281] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a protective layer (330) disposed on an outer surface of the flexible display (203), the protective layer (330) including a first opening (334) disposed adjacent to an edge of the protective layer (330).

[0282] According to one embodiment, a first bar (310) of the plurality of bars may include a first fixing portion (314, 400) that is at least partially received in the first opening (334) such that the protective layer (330) is fixed to the first bar (310).

[0283] According to one embodiment, the protective layer (330) may further include a second opening (335) disposed between the first bar (310) and a second bar (320) disposed adjacent to the first bar (310).

[0284] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a plurality of first openings (334).

[0285] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a plurality of second openings (335).

[0286] According to one embodiment, the plurality of first openings (334) and the plurality of second openings (335) may be arranged alternately.

[0287] According to one embodiment, the second opening (335) may be positioned between the first fixed portion (314) of the first bar (310) and the second fixed portion (324) of the second bar (320).

[0288] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may further include a support plate (340) arranged on the plurality of bars and coupled with the first fixed portion (314) protruding from at least a portion of the first bar (310).

[0289] According to one embodiment, the first housing portion (201) may include a bezel (2111) that covers the edge of the flexible display (203).

[0290] According to one embodiment, the support plate (340) may be covered by the bezel (2111) so that the support plate (340) is not visually exposed.

[0291] According to one embodiment, the first fixed portion (314) may be welded to the support plate (340).

[0292] According to one embodiment, the support plate (340) may have an elongated shape and include a coupling portion (343) coupled to the second housing portion (202).

[0293] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may further include a first reinforcing member (350) inserted into the first opening (334).

[0294] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may further include a second reinforcing member (360) positioned to span the second opening (335) of the protective layer (330).

[0295] According to one embodiment, the support plate (340) may include a lattice pattern (341) configured to provide flexibility to the support plate (340).

[0296] According to one embodiment, the lattice pattern (341) may overlap with the second opening (335).

[0297] According to one embodiment, the first fixed portion (314) may be formed integrally with the first bar (310).

[0298] According to one embodiment, the first fixed portion (400) can be detachably coupled to the first bar (310).

[0299] According to one embodiment, the first bar (310) may include an inner surface (3032) facing the flexible display (203) and an outer surface (3031) opposite to the inner surface (3032).

[0300] According to one embodiment, the first fixed portion (400) may include a planar portion (401) disposed on the outer surface (3031), a first insertion portion (402) extending from the planar portion (401) and inserted into a first groove (306) formed in the outer surface (3031), and a second insertion portion (403) extending from the planar portion (401), at least partially received in the first opening (334), and inserted into a second groove (307) formed in the inner surface (3032).

[0301] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the display assembly (300) may include a flexible display (203).

[0302] According to one embodiment, the display assembly (300) may include a multi-bar (301) configured to support at least a portion of the flexible display (203) and including a plurality of bars.

[0303] According to one embodiment, the display assembly (300) may include a protective layer (330) disposed on an outer surface of the flexible display (203), the protective layer (330) including a first opening (334) disposed adjacent to an edge of the protective layer (330).

[0304] According to one embodiment, a first bar (310) of the plurality of bars may include a first fixing portion (314, 400) that is at least partially received in the first opening (334) such that the protective layer (330) is fixed to the first bar (310).

[0305] According to one embodiment, the protective layer (330) may include a second opening (3351) disposed between the first bar (310) and a second bar (320) disposed adjacent to the first bar (310).

[0306] According to one embodiment, the first opening (334) may include a hole of a closed shape, and the second opening (3351) may include a notch of an open shape.

[0307] According to one embodiment, the protective layer (330) may be configured to limit the flexible display (203) from being separated from the multi-bar (301).

[0308] According to one embodiment, a gap may be formed between the protective layer (330) and the first fixed portion (314).

[0309] Although the detailed description of this document has described specific embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various modifications are possible without departing from the scope of this document.

Claims

1. In an electronic device (101), A housing (210) comprising a first housing portion (201) and a second housing portion (202) configured to move relative to the first housing portion (201); A flexible display (203) placed on the above housing (210); A multi-bar (301) configured to support at least a portion of the flexible display (203) and including a plurality of bars; and A protective layer (330) disposed on the outer surface of the flexible display (203), comprising a protective layer (330) including a first opening (334) disposed adjacent to an edge of the protective layer (330), Among the above multiple bars, the first bar (310) is An electronic device comprising a first fixing portion (314, 400) at least partially accommodated in the first opening (334) such that the protective layer (330) is fixed to the first bar (310).

2. In paragraph 1, The above protective layer (330) is An electronic device further comprising a second opening (335) disposed between the first bar (310) and a second bar (320) disposed adjacent to the first bar (310).

3. In either of paragraphs 1 and 2, a plurality of first openings (334); and Contains multiple second openings (335), The above plurality of first openings (334) and the above plurality of second openings (335) are an electronic device arranged alternately.

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, The above second opening (335) is An electronic device disposed between the first fixed portion (314) of the first bar (310) and the second fixed portion (324) of the second bar (320).

5. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 4, An electronic device further comprising a support plate (340) arranged on the plurality of bars and coupled with the first fixed portion (314) protruding from at least a portion of the first bar (310).

6. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 5, The above first housing part (201) is, Includes a bezel (2111) covering the edge of the flexible display (203), The above support plate (340) is An electronic device covered by the above bezel (2111) so that the support plate (340) is not visually exposed.

7. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, The above first fixed part (314) is, An electronic device welded to the above support plate (340).

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 7, The above support plate (340) is An electronic device having an elongated shape and including a coupling portion (343) coupled to the second housing portion (202).

9. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 8, An electronic device further comprising a first reinforcing member (350) inserted into the first opening (334).

10. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 9, An electronic device further comprising a second reinforcing member (360) arranged to span the second opening (335) of the protective layer (330).

11. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 10, The above support plate (340) is An electronic device comprising a lattice pattern (341) configured to provide flexibility to the above support plate (340).

12. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 11, The above lattice pattern (341) is An electronic device overlapping the second opening (335).

13. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 12, The above first fixed part (314) is, An electronic device formed integrally with the above first bar (310).

14. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 13, The above first fixed part (400) is, An electronic device detachably coupled to the first bar (310).

15. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 14, The above first bar (310) is, The inner surface (3032) facing the flexible display (203); and Contains an outer surface (3031) opposite to the inner surface (3032), The above first fixed part (400) is, A flat portion (401) placed on the above outer surface (3031); A first insertion portion (402) extending from the above-mentioned flat portion (401) and inserted into a first groove (306) formed on the outer surface (3031); and An electronic device comprising a second insertion portion (403) extending from the flat portion (401), at least partially accommodated in the first opening (334), and inserted into a second groove (307) formed in the inner surface (3032).

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