Strap comprising fastening structure and wearable electronic device comprising same

Abstract

A strap for a wearable electronic device may comprise: a strap member that is formed along a longitudinal direction and includes a plurality of through-holes formed in a width direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction; a first connection member that is located at a first end of the strap member and is connected to a first position (P1) of a housing of the wearable electronic device; a first fastening structure that is located at least partially inside one or more of the plurality of through-holes and is detachably connected to the strap member; a second fastening structure that is connected to a second end of the strap member opposite to the first end of the strap member and is configured to be fastened to the first fastening structure; and a second connection member that is located on the strap member between the first fastening structure and the second fastening structure and is connected to a second position (P2) of the housing of the wearable electronic device.

Description

Strap comprising a fastening structure and wearable electronic device comprising the same

[0001] The disclosure relates to a strap including a fastening structure and a wearable electronic device including the same.

[0002] Wearable electronic devices, due to their nature as being worn on the user's body, require ease of use. For example, a wearable electronic device worn on the wrist needs to be adjustable in length to fit the user's wrist size. The wearable electronic device may include a strap for attaching to the user's body. The strap of the wearable electronic device may be detachably attached to the device body, allowing it to be replaced according to the user's preference.

[0003] However, the above-described content should not be construed as the applicant's recognition of the content described in this document as prior art, but should only be construed as technology (related art) related to the invention described in this document.

[0004] According to one embodiment, a strap for a wearable electronic device may include a strap member formed along a longitudinal direction and including a plurality of through holes formed in a width direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, a first connection member positioned at a first end of the strap member and configured to be connected to a first location (P1) of a housing of the wearable electronic device, a first fastening structure, at least a portion of which is positioned within one or more of the plurality of through holes and detachably connected to the strap member, a second fastening structure connected to a second end of the strap member opposite to the first end of the strap member and configured to be fastened with the first fastening structure, and a second connection member positioned on the strap member between the first fastening structure and the second fastening structure and configured to be connected to a second location (P2) of the housing of the wearable electronic device.

[0005] According to one embodiment, a wearable electronic device may include a housing and a strap connected to the housing, the strap having an adjustable length. The strap may include a strap member formed along a longitudinal direction and including a plurality of through holes formed in a width direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, a first connection member positioned at a first end of the strap member and configured to be connected to a first location (P1) of a housing of the wearable electronic device, a first fastening structure, at least a portion of which is positioned within one or more of the plurality of through holes and detachably connected to the strap member, a second fastening structure connected to a second end of the strap member opposite the first end of the strap member and configured to be fastened to the first fastening structure, and a second connection member positioned on the strap member between the first fastening structure and the second fastening structure and configured to be connected to a second location (P2) of the housing of the wearable electronic device.

[0006] According to one embodiment, a strap for a wearable electronic device may include a strap member formed along a longitudinal direction and including a plurality of through holes formed in a width direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, a first connection member positioned at a first end of the strap member and configured to be connected to a first location (P1) of a housing of the wearable electronic device, a first fastening structure, at least a portion of which is positioned within one or more of the plurality of through holes and detachably connected to the strap member, a second fastening structure connected to a second end of the strap member opposite to the first end of the strap member and configured to be fastened with the first fastening structure, and a second connection member positioned on the strap member between the first fastening structure and the second fastening structure and configured to be connected to a second location (P2) of the housing of the wearable electronic device. The first fastening structure may include a first insertion member and a second insertion member configured to be inserted into different through holes among the plurality of through holes, respectively, a first plate configured to be detachably connected to one of both ends of the insertion member, a second plate configured to be connected to the other of both ends of the insertion member, a hook member positioned outside the through hole and configured to connect the first plate and the second plate, and a movable member at least partially positioned inside the hook member, capable of being inserted and extracted from the hook member in the width direction, and connected to the first plate. The second fastening structure may include a body member configured to be connected to the second end of the strap member, and a hook member formed to extend from the body member and configured to be fastened to the hook member.

[0007] The above and other aspects, features and advantages of specific embodiments of the present disclosure will become more apparent from the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

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

[0009] FIG. 2A is a front perspective view of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0010] FIG. 2b is a rear perspective view of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0011] FIG. 2c is an exploded perspective view of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0012] FIG. 3a is a drawing showing a state in which the fastening structures of the straps according to one embodiment are separated from each other.

[0013] FIG. 3b is a drawing showing a state in which fastening structures of straps according to one embodiment are fastened to each other.

[0014] Figure 3c is a drawing showing an enlarged view of area A of Figure 3b.

[0015] FIG. 3D is a drawing showing a state in which the first plate of the strap according to one embodiment is rotated around the rotation axis.

[0016] FIG. 3e is a drawing showing a state in which a first fastening structure of a strap according to one embodiment is partially separated to be separated from a strap member.

[0017] FIG. 3f is a drawing showing a state in which the first fastening structure of the strap according to one embodiment is fastened to each other to be coupled to the strap member.

[0018] Figure 3g is a drawing showing an enlarged view of area B of Figure 3f.

[0019] FIG. 3h is a drawing showing a state in which a first fastening structure and a second fastening structure are fastened to each other according to one embodiment.

[0020] FIG. 3i is a side view illustrating a state in which a first fastening structure and a second fastening structure are fastened to each other according to one embodiment.

[0021] FIG. 3j is a drawing illustrating a second fastening structure according to one embodiment.

[0022] Hereinafter, embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings. In the description with reference to the attached drawings, identical components are assigned the same reference numerals regardless of the drawing numbers, and redundant descriptions thereof will be omitted.

[0023]

[0024] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to various embodiments. 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). According to 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)).

[0025] The processor (120) may, for example, execute software (e.g., a program (140)) to control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) and perform various data processing or calculations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or calculation, the processor (120) may store a command or data received from another component (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the command or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store the resulting 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 a secondary processor (123) (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor)) that may operate independently or together therewith. For example, if the electronic device (101) includes a main processor (121) and a secondary processor (123), the secondary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a specified function. The secondary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

[0026] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least a part 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.

[0027] 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).

[0028] 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).

[0029] 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).

[0030] 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. According to one embodiment, the receiver can be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of the speaker.

[0031] 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.

[0032] 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).

[0033] 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.

[0034] 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.

[0035] 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).

[0036] A 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.

[0037] The camera module (180) can capture still images and videos. According to one embodiment, the camera module (180) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0038] 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).

[0039] 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.

[0040] 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., international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (196).

[0041] 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.

[0042] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). According to 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). According to 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. According to 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).

[0043] According to various embodiments, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. According to one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent to a first surface (e.g., a bottom surface) 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 to a second surface (e.g., a top surface or a side surface) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high-frequency band.

[0044] 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)).

[0045] 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 on its own, 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.

[0046] 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.

[0047] 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 component (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.

[0048] 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).

[0049] Various embodiments of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., a program (140)) including one or more commands stored in a storage medium (e.g., an internal memory (136) or an external memory (138)) readable by a machine (e.g., a foldable electronic device (101)). For example, a processor (e.g., a processor (120)) of the machine (e.g., the foldable electronic device (101)) may call at least one command among the one or more commands stored from the storage medium and execute it. This enables the machine to operate to perform at least one function according to the at least one command called. The one or more commands may include code generated by a compiler or code executable by an interpreter. The machine-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-transitory' simply means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and the term does not distinguish between cases where data is stored semi-permanently or temporarily on the storage medium.

[0050] According to one embodiment, the method according to various embodiments disclosed in the present document may be provided as included in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded as a product between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read only memory (CD-ROM)), or may be distributed online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) via an application store (e.g., Play Store™) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored or temporarily generated in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or an intermediary server.

[0051] 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.

[0052] Meanwhile, one or more of the embodiments disclosed in this document may be applied to electronic devices of various shapes / forms (e.g., foldable electronic devices, slideable electronic devices, digital cameras, digital video cameras, tablets, note-shaped electronic devices, and other electronic devices) in addition to the electronic devices illustrated in FIGS. 2A to 2C.

[0053]

[0054] FIG. 2A is a front perspective view of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment. FIG. 2B is a rear perspective view of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment. FIG. 2C is an exploded perspective view of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0055] Referring to FIGS. 2A to 2C, a wearable electronic device (201) according to one embodiment may include a body (200) of the wearable electronic device (201) and a strap (250) connected to the body (200) and configured to detachably attach the wearable electronic device (201) to a part of the user's body (e.g., wrist, ankle, etc.).

[0056] In one embodiment, the body (200) may include a housing (210) forming an exterior. In one embodiment, the housing (210) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) may include a first side (or front side) (210A), a second side (or back side) (210B), and a side surface (210C) surrounding a space between the first side (210A) and the second side (210B). In one embodiment, the housing may also refer to a structure forming a portion of the first side (210A), the second side (210B), and the side surface (210C) of FIG. 2A. In one embodiment, the first side (210A) may be formed by a front plate (211) (e.g., a glass plate including various coating layers, or a polymer plate) that is at least partially transparent. In one embodiment, the second side (210B) may be formed by a substantially opaque back plate (207). In one embodiment, the back plate (207) may be formed by a material such as, for example, coated or colored glass, ceramic, polymer, metal (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel, or magnesium), or a combination of at least two of the foregoing materials. In one embodiment, the side surface (210C) may be formed by a side bezel structure (or, 'side member') (206) that is joined to the front plate (211) and the back plate (207) and comprises a metal and / or a polymer. In one embodiment, the back plate (207) and the side bezel structure (206) may be formed as separate structures and then joined, but may alternatively be formed integrally and comprise the same material (e.g., a metal material such as aluminum).

[0057] In one embodiment, various components for the operation of the wearable electronic device (201) may be arranged in the main body (200). For example, the wearable electronic device (201) may include at least one of a display (261), an audio module (205, 208), a sensor module (212), a key input device (202, 203, 204), and a connector hole (209). In one embodiment, at least one of the components of the above-described wearable electronic device (201) (e.g., the key input device (202, 203, 204), the connector hole (209), or the sensor module (212)) may be omitted or replaced with another component, and the wearable electronic device (201) may additionally include other components that are not mentioned.

[0058] In one embodiment, the display (261) may be exposed to the first surface (210A) of the housing (210), for example, through a substantial portion of the front plate (211). In one embodiment, the display (261) may be formed in a shape corresponding to the shape of the front plate (211), or may be formed in various shapes such as circular, oval, or polygonal. In one embodiment, the display (261) may be coupled to or disposed adjacent to a touch sensing circuit, a pressure sensor for sensing touch intensity (pressure), and / or a fingerprint sensor for recognizing a user's fingerprint.

[0059] In one embodiment, the audio module (205, 208) may include a microphone hole (205) and a speaker hole (208). In one embodiment, a microphone for acquiring external sound may be arranged in the microphone hole (205), and in some embodiments, multiple microphones may be arranged in the microphone hole (205) to detect the direction of sound. In some embodiments, the speaker hole (208) and the microphone hole (205) may be implemented as a single hole, and a speaker (e.g., a piezo speaker) in which the speaker hole (208) is omitted may be applied to the wearable electronic device (201).

[0060] In one embodiment, the sensor module (212) may generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to an operating state inside the wearable electronic device (201) (e.g., inside the main body (200)) or an external environmental state. In one embodiment, the sensor module (212) may include, for example, a biometric sensor module (e.g., an HRM sensor) disposed on the second surface (210B) of the housing (210). In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (201) may further include at least one sensor among other sensor modules not shown, for example, 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 biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0061] In one embodiment, the sensor module (212) may include electrode regions (213, 214) forming a portion of the surface of the main body (200), and a biosignal detection circuit (not shown) electrically connected to the electrode regions (213, 214). For example, the electrode regions (213, 214) may include a first electrode region (213) and a second electrode region (214) arranged on a second surface (210B) of the housing (210). The sensor module (212) may be configured such that the electrode regions (213, 214) obtain an electric signal from a portion of the user's body, and the biosignal detection circuit detects bioinformation of the user based on the obtained electric signal.

[0062] In one embodiment, the key input devices (202, 203, 204) may include a wheel key (202) disposed on a first surface (210A) of the housing (210) and rotatable in at least one rotational direction, and / or a side key button (203, 204) disposed on a side surface (210B) of the housing (210). In one embodiment, the wheel key (202) may be formed in a shape corresponding to the shape of the front plate (202). In some embodiments, the wearable electronic device (201) may not include some or all of the above-described key input devices (202, 203, 204), and the key input devices (202, 203, 204) that are not included may be implemented in another form, such as a soft key, on the display (261).

[0063] In one embodiment, the connector hole (209) may accommodate a connector (e.g., a USB connector) for transmitting and receiving power and / or data with an external electronic device. In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (201) may also include another connector hole (not shown) for transmitting and receiving audio signals with an external electronic device. In one embodiment, a connector cover (not shown) may be placed in the connector hole (209) to block foreign substances from entering the connector hole (209).

[0064] In one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (201) may further include a first antenna (296), a second antenna (297), a support member (220) (e.g., a bracket), a battery (230), a printed circuit board (240), a sealing member (299), and a rear plate (207) disposed on the main body (200).

[0065] In one embodiment, the support member (220) may be disposed inside the main body (200) and connected to the side bezel structure (206) or may be formed integrally with the side bezel structure (206). In one embodiment, the support member (220) may be formed of, for example, a metallic material and / or a non-metallic material (e.g., a polymer). The support member (220) may have a display (261) connected to one surface and a printed circuit board (240) connected to the other surface.

[0066] In one embodiment, a printed circuit board (240) may have a processor, a memory, and / or an interface disposed thereon. The processor may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphic processing unit (GPU), a sensor processor, or a communication processor. In one embodiment, the memory may include, for example, volatile memory or non-volatile memory. In 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 include, for example, a USB connector, an SD card / MMC connector, or an audio connector, which may electrically or physically connect the electronic device (201) to an external electronic device.

[0067] In one embodiment, the battery (230) may power at least one component of the electronic device (201). The battery (230) may include, for example, a rechargeable secondary battery. At least a portion of the battery (230) may be disposed substantially flush with, for example, the printed circuit board (240). The battery (230) may be disposed within the body (200) and may be detachably connected to the body (200).

[0068] In one embodiment, the first antenna (296) may be disposed between the display (261) and the support member (220). The first antenna (296) may include, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and / or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. In one embodiment, the first antenna (296) may, for example, perform short-range communication with an external device, wirelessly transmit and receive power required for charging, and transmit a magnetic-based signal including a short-range communication signal or payment data. In one embodiment, a portion of the side bezel structure (206) and / or a portion of the support member (220) may include a conductive portion, through which the function of the first antenna (296) may be performed.

[0069] In one embodiment, the second antenna (297) may be disposed between the printed circuit board (240) and the back plate (207). The second antenna (297) may include, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and / or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. In one embodiment, the second antenna (297) may, for example, perform short-range communication with an external device, wirelessly transmit and receive power required for charging, and transmit a magnetic-based signal including a short-range communication signal or payment data. In one embodiment, a portion of the side bezel structure (206) and / or the back plate (207) may include a conductive portion, through which the function of the second antenna (297) may be performed.

[0070] In one embodiment, a sealing member (299) may be positioned between the side bezel structure (206) and the rear plate (207). The sealing member (299) may be configured to block moisture or foreign substances from entering the space between the side bezel structure (206) and the rear plate (207) from the outside.

[0071] In one embodiment, the strap (250) can be detachably connected to the housing (210) of the wearable electronic device (201). In one embodiment, the strap (250) can be sized to fit the wrist size of a user using the wearable electronic device (201). In one embodiment, the strap (250) can include a strap member (251), a first connecting member (250a), a second connecting member (250b), a first fastening structure (252), and a second fastening structure (253).

[0072] In one embodiment, the strap member (251) may be formed along a longitudinal direction (e.g., the Y-axis direction of FIG. 2a). In one embodiment, the strap member (251) may include a plurality of through holes (2510) formed penetrating the interior of the strap member (251) along a width direction (e.g., the X-axis direction of FIG. 2a) perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the strap member (251). The plurality of through holes (2510) may be formed spaced apart at regular intervals along the width direction of the strap member (251). The number of the plurality of through holes (2510) is not limited to the number shown in the drawing, and may be adjusted to an appropriate number as needed.

[0073] In one embodiment, a first connecting member (250a) and a second connecting member (250b) may connect a strap member (251) and a housing (210) of a wearable electronic device (201). The first connecting member (250a) may be positioned at a first end (251a) of the strap member (251) and may connect the strap member (251) to a first location (P1) of the housing (210). The second connecting member (250b) may be positioned between a first fastening structure (252) and a second fastening structure (253) described below and may connect the strap member (251) to a second location (P2) of the housing (210).

[0074] In one embodiment, the first fastening structure (252) and the second fastening structure (253) may be configured to be fastened to each other. The first fastening structure (252) may form an engagement with the second fastening structure (253) via a catch member (2524) described below. The first fastening structure (252) may be positioned within one or more of a plurality of through holes (2510) formed in the strap member (251), at least in part. The first fastening structure (252) may be detachably connected to the strap member (251). For example, at least some of the components of the first fastening structure (252) may be detachably coupled to each other. The first fastening structure (252) may be inserted and positioned within any of the through holes (2510), and the second fastening structure (253) may be fastened to the first fastening structure (252). If the size of the internal space of the strap (250) formed by the second fastening structure (253) and the first fastening structure (252) does not fit the user's wrist size, the first fastening structure (252) can be removed from one or more of the inserted through holes (2510) and then inserted into another through hole (2510) to adjust the size of the internal space of the strap (250).

[0075]

[0076] FIG. 3A is a drawing illustrating a state in which fastening structures of a strap according to an embodiment are separated from each other. FIG. 3B is a drawing illustrating a state in which fastening structures of a strap according to an embodiment are fastened to each other. FIG. 3C is a drawing illustrating an enlarged portion of area A of FIG. 3B. FIG. 3D is a drawing illustrating a state in which a first plate of a strap according to an embodiment is rotated around a rotational axis. FIG. 3E is a drawing illustrating a state in which a part of a first fastening structure of a strap according to an embodiment is separated from a strap member. FIG. 3F is a drawing illustrating a state in which the first fastening structures of a strap according to an embodiment are fastened to each other to be coupled to a strap member. FIG. 3G is a drawing illustrating an enlarged portion of area B of FIG. 3F. FIG. 3H is a drawing illustrating a state in which a first fastening structure and a second fastening structure according to an embodiment are fastened to each other. FIG. 3I is a side view illustrating a state in which a first fastening structure and a second fastening structure according to an embodiment are fastened to each other. FIG. 3j is a drawing illustrating a second fastening structure according to one embodiment.

[0077] Referring to FIGS. 3A to 3J, a strap (250) according to one embodiment may include a strap member (251), a first connecting member (250a), a second connecting member (250b), a first fastening structure (252), and a second fastening structure (253). The first connecting member (250a) and the second connecting member (250b) according to one embodiment may connect the strap member (251) to a first position (P1) (e.g., the first position (P1) of FIG. 2A) and a second position (P2) (e.g., the second position (P2) of FIG. 2A), respectively, of the housing (210).

[0078] A strap member (251) according to one embodiment may include a plurality of through holes (2510) formed along a longitudinal direction (e.g., the Y-axis direction of FIG. 3a) and formed along a width direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction (e.g., the X-axis direction of FIG. 3a). Each of the plurality of through holes (2510a, 2510b) may be formed parallel to each other along the width direction of the strap member (251) and spaced apart from each other by a predetermined distance. Although the strap member (251) according to one embodiment is illustrated as being integral, this is merely an example, and the strap member (251) may be formed in multiple pieces. For example, the strap member (251) may include a first strap member (not illustrated) and a second strap member (not illustrated) connected to different portions of the housing (210).

[0079] In one embodiment, the first fastening structure (252) and the second fastening structure (253) may be configured to be fastened to each other, and the first fastening structure (252) and the second fastening structure (253) fastened to each other may form a predetermined space. The user's body (e.g., wrist) is positioned in the predetermined space, and the size of the predetermined space may vary depending on the position of the through hole (2510) into which the first fastening structure (252) is inserted.

[0080] In one embodiment, the first fastening structure (252) can be detachably connected to the strap member (251). For example, the first fastening structure (252) is configured such that at least a portion (e.g., the first plate (2521) and the insertion member (2523)) can be separated from each other, and the partially separated first fastening structure (252) can be inserted into an arbitrary through hole (2510) formed between the first end (251a) of the strap member (251) and the second end (251b) of the strap member (251) to be connected to the strap member (251).

[0081] In one embodiment, the first fastening structure (252) may include an insertion member (2523), a first plate (2521), a second plate (2522), a catch member (2524), a movable member (2525), an elastic member (25241), a first ring member (2526), ​​and a second ring member (2527).

[0082] In one embodiment, the insertion member (2523) may be configured to be inserted into a through hole (2510) formed in the strap member (251). In one embodiment, the insertion member (2523) may include a first insertion member (2523a) and a second insertion member (2523b) configured to be inserted into different through holes (2510). Although the number of insertion members (2523) is illustrated as two, the number of insertion members (2523) is not limited thereto and may be provided as one or two or more as needed. The insertion members (2523) may be respectively connected to a first plate (2521) and a second plate (2522) described below. In one embodiment, the insertion member (2523) can be removed from the inserted through hole (2510) as the first plate (2521) described below is separated from the insertion member (2523), and inserted and positioned in a through hole (2510c, 2510d) different from the inserted through hole (2510a, 2510b). In one embodiment, the cross-sectional shape of the insertion member (2523) is illustrated as being circular, but is not limited thereto and may have an appropriate shape (e.g., polygonal) as needed.

[0083] In one embodiment, the hooking member (2524) may be fastened (e.g., hooked) to a second fastening structure (253) described below. In one embodiment, the hooking member (2524) may be located outside a through hole (2510) formed in a strap member (251). In one embodiment, when the insertion member (2523) is removed from a through hole (2510a, 2510b) in which it was previously inserted and inserted into another through hole (2510c, 2510d), the position of the hooking member (2524) may also change. In one embodiment, one end of the hooking member (2524) may be fixedly connected to a second plate (2522) described below, and the other end of the hooking member (2524) may be connected to a first plate (2521) described below. In one embodiment, the catch member (2524) is illustrated as having a circular cross-sectional shape with respect to a cross-section (e.g., YZ plane of FIG. 3c) perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the catch member (2524) (e.g., parallel to the X-axis direction of FIG. 3c), but this is merely an example, and the catch member (2524) may have various cross-sectional shapes (e.g., polygonal). The number of catch members (2524) according to one embodiment is illustrated as being singular, but this is merely an example, and the catch members (2524) may be provided in multiple pieces.

[0084] Referring to FIG. 3E, an elastic member (25241) according to one embodiment may be disposed inside the engaging member (2524). The elastic member (25241) may be compressed or extended when the movable member (2525) moves. The restoring force generated by the compressed or extended elastic member (25241) may restore the position of the movable member (2525) described below. For example, when the movable member (2525) is introduced from the outside to the inside of the engaging member (2524), the elastic member (25241) disposed inside the engaging member (2524) may be compressed. The compressed elastic member (25241) can be at least partially positioned inside the movable member (2525), and the elastic member (25241) can exert a restoring force on the movable member (2525) in a direction from the inside of the engaging member (2524) toward the outside (e.g., in the +X-axis direction in FIG. 3C). For example, when the movable member (2525) is pulled out from the inside of the engaging member (2524) toward the outside, the elastic member (25241) can be elongated. The elongated elastic member (25241) can exert a restoring force on the movable member (2525) in a direction from the outside of the engaging member (2524) toward the inside (e.g., in the -X-axis direction in FIG. 3C). Although the elastic member (25241) according to one embodiment is illustrated as being a spring member, it is not limited thereto and can include any elastic member for restoring the position of the movable member (2525).

[0085] In one embodiment, the movable member (2525) may be positioned at least partially inside the engaging member (2524) and connected to the engaging member (2524) so ​​as to be movable along the longitudinal direction of the engaging member (2524) (e.g., the X-axis direction in FIG. 3C). In one embodiment, one end of the movable member (2525) may be connected to a first plate (2521) described below. In the process of the movable member (2525) moving along the longitudinal direction of the engaging member (2524), the movable member (2525) may be pulled out from the engaging member (2524), and the first plate (2521) may be connected to or separated from an insertion member (2523) inserted along the through hole (2510).

[0086] In one embodiment, the first plate (2521) may be connected to an insertion member (2523) and a movable member (2525). For example, the first plate (2521) may be detachably connected to the insertion member (2523) and fixedly connected to the movable member (2525). In one embodiment, a first insertion member (2523a) may be connected to a first point (2521a) of the first plate (2521). A second insertion member (2523b) may be connected to a second point (2521b) of the first plate (2521). A movable member (2525) may be connected to a third point (2521c) of the first plate (2521). The first point (2521a), the second point (2521b), and the third point (2521c) of the first plate (2521) may be points formed at different positions. The first point (2521a) and the second point (2521b) of the first plate (2521) may be formed parallel to each other along the width direction of the strap member (251). In one embodiment, a cross-section of the first plate (2521) perpendicular to the width direction of the strap member (251) (e.g., the YZ cross-section of the first plate (2521) in FIG. 3e) may be formed at least in part by the first point (2521a), the second point (2521b), and the third point (2521c). The cross-section of the first plate (2521) formed by the first point (2521a), the second point (2521b), and the third point (2521c) may include a triangular shape. In one embodiment, the cross-sectional shape of the first plate (2521) and the cross-sectional shape of the second plate (2522) may be substantially the same. The cross-sectional shapes of the first plate (2521) and the second plate (2522) may include a triangular shape, but the cross-sectional shapes are not limited thereto and may include various cross-sectional shapes considering various parameters such as the number of engaging members (2524) and / or the number of inserting members (2523).

[0087] In one embodiment, the first plate (2521) can be separated from or coupled to the insertion member (2523) according to the movement of the movable member (2525). In one embodiment, the first plate (2521) can rotate about the rotational axis (C) (e.g., an axis parallel to the X-axis of FIG. 3C) while being separated from the insertion member (2523). In one embodiment, when the first plate (2521) rotates by a predetermined angle (see FIG. 3D), the first fastening structure (252) can be detached from the through hole (2510) formed in the strap member (251). For example, in the process of the movable member (2525) moving along the longitudinal direction of the engaging member (2524) (e.g., the +X-axis direction in FIG. 3c) and being pulled out from the engaging member (2524), the first plate (2521) can be separated from each of the first inserting member (2523a) and the second inserting member (2523b) and move together with the movable member (2525) in a direction parallel to the movable member (2525) (e.g., the +X-axis direction in FIG. 3c).

[0088] In one embodiment, the first ring member (2526) and the second ring member (2527) may be disposed at the first point (2521a) and the second point (2521b) of the first plate (2521) to surround the ends of the insertion member (2523) inserted into the first point (2521a) and the second point (2521b) of the first plate (2521) so that the first plate (2521) and the insertion member (2523) can be tightly coupled to each other during the process in which the moving member (2525) is introduced into the interior of the engaging member (2524) along the longitudinal direction of the engaging member (2524) (e.g., the -X-axis direction in FIG. 3c). For example, the first ring member (2526) may be arranged at the first point (2521a) of the first plate (2521) and configured to be tightly coupled with an end of the first insertion member (2523a) while the movable member (2525) is inserted into the interior of the engaging member (2524). The second ring member (2527) may be arranged at the second point (2521b) of the first plate (2521) and configured to be tightly coupled with an end of the second insertion member (2523b) while the movable member (2525) is inserted into the interior of the engaging member (2524). In one embodiment, the first ring member (2526) and the second ring member (2527) may be formed of an elastic material (e.g., rubber, silicone, etc.).

[0089] In one embodiment, the second plate (2522) may be connected to the insertion member (2523) and the catch member (2524). For example, the second plate (2522) may be fixedly connected to an end of the insertion member (2523) and fixedly connected to an end of the catch member (2524). In one embodiment, the second plate (2522) may be arranged to face the first plate (2521) with the insertion member (2523) interposed therebetween. In one embodiment, the second plate (2522) may cover the other end of the insertion member (2523) with a larger area than the through hole (2510) to prevent the insertion member (2523) from being dislodged from the inside of the through hole (2510) during the process in which the moving member (2525) is pulled out from the catch member (2524).

[0090] In one embodiment, the second fastening structure (253) may be configured to be fastened to the first fastening structure (252). In one embodiment, the second fastening structure (253) may be connected to the second end (251b) of the strap member (251). In one embodiment, the second connecting member (250b) connected to the housing (210) may be positioned on the strap member (251) between the first fastening structure (252) and the second fastening structure (253).

[0091] In one embodiment, the second fastening structure (253) may include a body member (2531), a hook member (2532), a first protruding member (2533), and a second protruding member (2534).

[0092] In one embodiment, the body member (2531) may be connected to the second end (251b) of the strap member (251). In one embodiment, the hook member (2532) may be formed to extend from the body member (2531). In one embodiment, the hook member (2532) may be configured to be connected to the hook member (2524). For example, the end of the hook member (2532) may be formed in a shape (e.g., a hook shape) that surrounds at least a portion of the periphery of the hook member (2524) of the first connecting structure (252). The shape of the end of the hook member (2532) according to one embodiment is not limited to the shape illustrated in the drawing, and may include any shape that can be connected to the second connecting structure (253).

[0093] In one embodiment, the first protruding member (2533) may be formed to protrude from an end portion of the inner surface of the hook member (2532). The first protruding member (2533) may prevent or reduce the release of the fastening state of the fastening member (2524) to the hook member (2532) when the fastening member (2524) of the first fastening structure (252) and the hook member (2532) of the second fastening structure (253) are fastened to each other.

[0094] In one embodiment, the second protruding member (2534) may be formed to protrude from the inner surface of the body member (2531) toward the inner space formed by the hook member (2532) (e.g., in the +X-axis direction of FIG. 3i). The second protruding member (2534) may prevent or reduce the release of the fastening state of the fastening member (2524) to the hook member (2532) when the fastening member (2524) of the first fastening structure (252) and the hook member (2532) of the second fastening structure (253) are fastened to each other.

[0095] In one embodiment, the strap (250) may include a first magnet (not shown) and a second magnet (not shown). In one embodiment, the first magnet and the second magnet may enhance the fastening force of the strap (250). In one embodiment, the first magnet may be disposed in the inner space of the engaging member (2524). In one embodiment, the second magnet may be disposed in the inner space of the second fastening structure (253). The first magnet and the second magnet may exert an attractive force on each other. The first magnet and the second magnet may facilitate fastening when the first fastening structure (252) and the second fastening structure (253) are fastened to each other, or may prevent or reduce the fastening state from being released when fastened to each other.

[0096]

[0097] In one embodiment, a strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201) comprises: a strap member (251) formed along a longitudinal direction and including a plurality of through holes (2510) formed in a width direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction; a first connection member (250a) positioned at a first end (251a) of the strap member (251) and configured to be connected to a first location (P1) of a housing (210) of the wearable electronic device (201); a first fastening structure (252) at least a portion of which is positioned within one or more of the plurality of through holes (2510) and is detachably connected to the strap member (251); a second fastening structure (253) connected to a second end (251b) of the strap member (251) opposite to the first end (251a) of the strap member (251) and configured to be fastened with the first fastening structure (252); And it may include a second connecting member (250b) positioned on the strap member (251) between the first connecting structure (252) and the second connecting structure (253) and connected to a second location (P2) of the housing (210) of the wearable electronic device (201).

[0098] In one embodiment, the first fastening structure (252) can be fastened to any position between the first end (251a) and the second end (251b) of the strap member (251) through the plurality of through holes (2510).

[0099] In one embodiment, the first fastening structure (252) may include an insertion member (2523) configured to be inserted into the through hole (2510); a first plate (2521) configured to be detachably connected to one of the two ends of the insertion member (2523); a second plate (2522) configured to be connected to the other of the two ends of the insertion member (2523); and a catch member (2524) positioned outside the through hole (2510) and configured to connect the first plate (2521) and the second plate (2522).

[0100] In one embodiment, the first fastening structure (252) may further include a movable member (2525) that is positioned at least partially inside the engaging member (2524), is retractable and extendable from the engaging member (2524) in the width direction, and is connected to the first plate (2521).

[0101] In one embodiment, the first fastening structure (252) may further include an elastic member (25241) positioned in the inner space of the engaging member (2524) and configured to restore the position of the moving member (2525) relative to the engaging member (2524).

[0102] In one embodiment, the first plate (2521) may be configured to separate from the insertion member (2523) during the process in which the moving member (2525) is withdrawn from the engaging member (2524) along the width direction.

[0103] In one embodiment, the first plate (2521) may be rotatable about the catch member (2524) while the first plate (2521) is separated from the insert member (2523).

[0104] In one embodiment, the insert member (2523) may include a first insert member (2523a) and a second insert member (2523b) configured to be inserted into different through holes (2510) among the plurality of through holes (2510).

[0105] In one embodiment, the first plate (2521) may further include a first point (2521a) to which the first insertion member (2523a) is connected; a second point (2521b) to which the second insertion member (2523b) is connected; and a third point (2521c) to which the moving member (2525) is connected.

[0106] In one embodiment, the first plate (2521) may further include a first ring member (2526) arranged at the first point (2521a) and configured to be closely coupled with an end of the first insertion member (2523a) when the moving member (2525) is introduced into the interior of the engaging member (2524); and a second ring member (2527) arranged at the second point (2521b) and configured to be closely coupled with an end of the second insertion member (2523b) when the moving member (2525) is introduced into the interior of the engaging member (2524).

[0107] In one embodiment, the catch member (2524) may have a circular or polygonal shape based on a cross-section perpendicular to the longitudinal direction.

[0108] In one embodiment, the second fastening structure (253) may include a body member (2531) configured to be connected to the second end (251b) of the strap member (251); and a hook member (2532) extending from the body member (2531) and configured to be fastened to the hook member (2524).

[0109] In one embodiment, the second fastening structure (253) may further include a first protruding member (2533) formed to protrude from an end portion of the inner surface of the hook member (2532).

[0110] In one embodiment, the second fastening structure (253) may further include a second protruding member (2534) configured to protrude from the inner surface of the body member (2531) toward the inner space formed by the hook member (2532).

[0111] In one embodiment, the first fastening structure (252) may further include a first magnet disposed in the inner space of the engaging member (2524), and the second fastening structure (253) may include a second magnet that exerts an attractive force on the first magnet.

[0112] According to one embodiment, a wearable electronic device (201) comprises: a housing (210); and a strap (250) connected to the housing (210) and having an adjustable length, wherein the strap (250) comprises: a strap member (251) formed along a longitudinal direction and including a plurality of through holes (2510) formed in a width direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction; a first connecting member (250a) positioned at a first end (251a) of the strap member (251) and configured to be connected to a first location (P1) of the housing (210) of the wearable electronic device (201); a first fastening structure (252) at least a portion of which is positioned within one or more of the plurality of through holes (2510) and is detachably connected to the strap member (251); A second fastening structure (253) connected to a second end (251b) of the strap member (251) opposite to the first end (251a) of the strap member (251) and configured to be fastened to the first fastening structure (252); and a second connecting member (250b) positioned on the strap member (251) between the first fastening structure (252) and the second fastening structure (253) and connected to a second location (P2) of the housing (210) of the wearable electronic device (201).

[0113] In one embodiment, the first fastening structure (252) can be fastened to any position between the first end (251a) and the second end (251b) of the strap member (251) through the plurality of through holes (2510).

[0114] In one embodiment, the first fastening structure (252) comprises: a first insertion member (2523a) and a second insertion member (2523b) configured to be inserted into different through holes (2510) among the plurality of through holes (2510); a first plate (2521) configured to be detachably connected to one of the ends of the insertion member (2523); a second plate (2522) configured to be connected to the other of the ends of the insertion member (2523); a hooking member (2524) positioned outside the through holes (2510) and configured to connect the first plate (2521) and the second plate (2522); And at least a portion of the second fastening structure (253) may include a body member (2531) configured to be connected to the second end (251b) of the strap member (251); and a hook member (2532) formed to extend from the body member (2531) and configured to be fastened to the fastening member (2524).

[0115] In one embodiment, the number of the catch member (2524), the first insertion member (2523a), and the second insertion member (2523b) may be single. The first plate (2521) may further include a first point (2521a) to which the first insertion member (2523a) is connected; a second point (2521b) to which the second insertion member (2523b) is connected; and a third point (2521c) to which the moving member (2525) is connected. A cross-section of the first plate (2521) perpendicular to the width direction is at least partially formed by the first point (2521a), the second point (2521b), and the third point (2521c), and the cross-section of the first plate (2521) may be formed in a triangular shape. The cross-sectional shapes of the first plate (2521) and the second plate (2522) may be the same.

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[0117] According to one embodiment, a strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201) comprises: a strap member (251) formed along a longitudinal direction and including a plurality of through holes (2510) formed in a width direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction; a first connection member (250a) positioned at a first end (251a) of the strap member (251) and configured to be connected to a first location (P1) of a housing (210) of the wearable electronic device (201); a first fastening structure (252) at least a portion of which is positioned within one or more of the plurality of through holes (2510) and is detachably connected to the strap member (251); a second fastening structure (253) connected to a second end (251b) of the strap member (251) opposite to the first end (251a) of the strap member (251) and configured to be fastened to the first fastening structure (252); And a second connecting member (250b) positioned on the strap member (251) between the first connecting structure (252) and the second connecting structure (253) and connected to a second location (P2) of the housing (210) of the wearable electronic device (201), wherein the first connecting structure (252) comprises: a first insertion member (2523a) and a second insertion member (2523b) configured to be inserted into different through-holes (2510) among the plurality of through-holes (2510); a first plate (2521) configured to be detachably connected to one of the two ends of the insertion member (2523); a second plate (2522) configured to be connected to the other of the two ends of the insertion member (2523); A catch member (2524) positioned outside the above through hole (2510) and configured to connect the first plate (2521) and the second plate (2522);And at least a portion of the second fastening structure (253) may include a body member (2531) configured to be connected to the second end (251b) of the strap member (251); and a hook member (2532) formed to extend from the body member (2531) and configured to be fastened to the fastening member (2524).

Claims

1. In a strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201), A strap member (251) formed along a longitudinal direction and including a plurality of through holes (2510) formed in a width direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction; A first connecting member (250a) positioned at a first end (251a) of the strap member (251) and connected to a first position (P1) of the housing (210) of the wearable electronic device (201); A first fastening structure (252) at least partly positioned within one or more of the plurality of through holes (2510) and detachably connected to the strap member (251); A second fastening structure (253) connected to a second end (251b) of the strap member (251) opposite to the first end (251a) of the strap member (251) and configured to be fastened to the first fastening structure (252); and A strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201), comprising a second connecting member (250b) positioned on the strap member (251) between the first connecting structure (252) and the second connecting structure (253) and connected to a second location (P2) of a housing (210) of the wearable electronic device (201).

2. In paragraph 1, The first fastening structure (252) is a strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201) that can be fastened to any position between the first end (251a) and the second end (251b) of the strap member (251) through the plurality of through holes (2510).

3. In paragraph 1 or 2, The above first fastening structure (252) is An insertion member (2523) configured to be inserted into the above through hole (2510); A first plate (2521) configured to be detachably connected to one of the ends of the insert member (2523); A second plate (2522) configured to be connected to the other end of the two ends of the above insert member (2523); and A strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201), comprising a hook member (2524) positioned outside the through hole (2510) and configured to connect the first plate (2521) and the second plate (2522).

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, The above first fastening structure (252) is A strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201), further comprising a movable member (2525) that is positioned at least partially inside the hook member (2524), is insertable and withdrawable from the hook member (2524) in the width direction, and is connected to the first plate (2521).

5. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 4, The above first fastening structure (252) is A strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201), further comprising an elastic member (25241) positioned inside the hook member (2524) and for restoring the position of the moving member (2525) with respect to the hook member (2524).

6. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 5, The above first plate (2521) is, A strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201), configured to be separated from the insertion member (2523) during the process of the movable member (2525) being pulled out from the engaging member (2524) along the width direction.

7. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, A strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201), wherein the first plate (2521) is rotatable around the hook member (2524) while the first plate (2521) is separated from the insert member (2523).

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 7, A strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201), wherein the insertion member (2523) includes a first insertion member (2523a) and a second insertion member (2523b) configured to be inserted into different through holes (2510) among the plurality of through holes (2510).

9. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 8, The above first plate (2521) is, A first point (2521a) to which the first insert member (2523a) is connected; A second point (2521b) to which the second insert member (2523b) is connected; and A strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201), further comprising a third point (2521c) to which the above-mentioned moving member (2525) is connected.

10. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 9, The above first plate (2521) is, A first ring member (2526) arranged at the first point (2521a) and configured to be tightly coupled with an end of the first insertion member (2523a) while the moving member (2525) is inserted into the interior of the engaging member (2524); and A strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201), further comprising a second ring member (2527) arranged at the second point (2521b) and configured to be tightly coupled with an end of the second insertion member (2523b) while the moving member (2525) is inserted into the interior of the engaging member (2524).

11. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 10, The number of each of the above-mentioned hook member (2524), the first insertion member (2523a) and the second insertion member (2523b) is single, The cross-section of the first plate (2521) perpendicular to the width direction is formed at least in part by the first point (2521a), the second point (2521b) and the third point (2521c), and the cross-section of the first plate (2521) is formed in a triangular shape. A strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201) having the same cross-sectional shape of the first plate (2521) and the second plate (2522).

12. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 11, Based on the cross section perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, The above-mentioned hanging member (2524) has a circular or polygonal shape, a strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201).

13. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 12, The above second fastening structure (253) is A body member (2531) configured to be connected to the second end (251b) of the strap member (251); and A strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201), comprising a hook member (2532) formed to extend from the body member (2531) and configured to be fastened to the hook member (2524).

14. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 13, The above second fastening structure (253) is A first protruding member (2533) protrudingly formed on the end of the inner surface of the above hook member (2532); and A strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201), further comprising a second protruding member (2534) configured to protrude from the inner surface of the body member (2531) toward an internal space formed by the hook member (2532).

15. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 14, The above first fastening structure (252) further includes a first magnet arranged in the internal space of the hooking member (2524), The second fastening structure (253) is a strap (250) for a wearable electronic device (201) including a second magnet that exerts an attractive force with the first magnet.

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