Electronic device comprising camera

Abstract

An electronic device according to various embodiments comprises: a lens assembly including a lens; an aperture assembly forming an opening through which light passes; an OIS carrier that transports the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in at least one of a first direction or a second direction different from the first direction; a first driving member connected to the aperture assembly and arranged so as to be movable in the first direction on a first side of the OIS carrier; and a second driving member connected to the aperture assembly and arranged so as to be movable in the first direction on a second side of the OIS carrier opposite the first side of the OIS carrier, wherein the aperture assembly may be arranged so as to change the size of the opening as the first driving member and the second driving member move in opposite directions, and the OIS carrier may transport the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in the first direction as the first driving member and the second driving member move in the same direction.

Description

Electronic devices containing cameras

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

[0002] As digital camera technology developed, electronic devices equipped with compact, lightweight cameras became commercially available. With cameras now integrated into electronic devices we typically carry with us (e.g., mobile devices), users can conveniently take photos and videos, as well as enjoy a variety of features like video calls and augmented reality.

[0003] OIS (optical image stabilization) is a function that compensates for shaking by moving the OIS driving unit (e.g., lens assembly or image sensor) included in the camera within the OIS driving range, and the camera can move the lens assembly in a direction that offsets the movement of the electronic device for OIS driving. Auto focus (AF) is a function of an optical system that automatically adjusts the focus on a subject. The electronic device can move the lens (or lens assembly) to focus on the subject. The camera may include an aperture that can adjust the amount of light received by passing through the lens (or lens assembly).

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

[0005] According to one embodiment, an electronic device may include a lens assembly including a lens. The electronic device may include an aperture assembly forming an opening through which light passes. The electronic device may include an OIS carrier configured to transport the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in at least one of a first direction or a second direction different from the first direction. The electronic device may include a first drive member connected to the aperture assembly. The first drive member may be arranged to be movable in the first direction on a first side of the OIS carrier. The electronic device may include a second drive member connected to the aperture assembly. The second drive member may be arranged to be movable in the first direction on a second side of the OIS carrier opposite the first side of the OIS carrier. The aperture assembly may be arranged to change the size of the opening as the first drive member and the second drive member move in opposite directions. The OIS carrier may transport the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in the first direction as the first drive member and the second drive member move in the same direction.

[0006] According to one embodiment, a camera device may include a lens assembly including a lens. The camera device may include an aperture assembly defining an opening through which light passes and aligned along an optical axis of the lens. The camera device may include an OIS carrier that transports the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in a plane substantially perpendicular to the optical axis. The camera device may include a first drive member connected to the aperture assembly. The first drive member may be movably arranged along a first side of the OIS carrier. The camera device may include a second drive member connected to the aperture assembly. The second drive member may be movably arranged along a second side of the OIS carrier opposite the first side of the OIS carrier. The camera device may include a first OIS magnet disposed on the first drive member. The camera device may include a second OIS magnet disposed on the second drive member. The second OIS magnet may face in an opposite direction to the first OIS magnet. The camera device may include a first OIS coil positioned to face a first OIS magnet. The camera device may include a second OIS coil positioned to face a second OIS magnet. The aperture assembly may be positioned to change the size of the opening as at least a portion of the aperture assembly rotates when the first driving member and the second driving member move in opposite directions. The OIS carrier may transport the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in a plane substantially perpendicular to an optical axis when the first driving member and the second driving member move in the same direction.

[0007] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a camera according to one embodiment.

[0008] Figure 2 is an exploded perspective view of a camera according to one embodiment.

[0009] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of an OIS carrier and an AF carrier according to one embodiment.

[0010] FIG. 4 is a drawing illustrating the back surface of a first carrier according to one embodiment.

[0011] FIG. 5 is a drawing illustrating the back surface of a second carrier according to one embodiment.

[0012] FIG. 6 is a drawing illustrating an AF carrier according to one embodiment.

[0013] Figure 7 is a perspective view for explaining AF operation of a camera according to one embodiment.

[0014] FIG. 8A is a perspective view illustrating a first driving member and a second driving member according to one embodiment.

[0015] FIG. 8b is a drawing illustrating a second driving member according to one embodiment.

[0016] Figure 9 is a cross-sectional view of a camera according to one embodiment.

[0017] FIG. 10 is a plan view illustrating the operation of an aperture assembly of a camera according to one embodiment.

[0018] Figure 11 is a plan view illustrating an operation of changing the size of an opening according to one embodiment.

[0019] Figure 12 is an exploded perspective view of an aperture assembly according to one embodiment.

[0020] FIG. 13 is a perspective view of a rotator disposed on a base according to one embodiment.

[0021] FIG. 14 is a perspective view of a plurality of aperture blades combined with a base and a rotator according to one embodiment.

[0022] FIG. 15 is a perspective view of an aperture assembly having an aperture cover disposed thereon according to one embodiment.

[0023] FIG. 16 is a drawing for explaining a first connecting portion connected to a rotator according to one embodiment.

[0024] FIG. 17 is a drawing for explaining a first position sensor and a second position sensor according to one embodiment.

[0025] FIG. 18 is a drawing for explaining an operation of compensating for at least one of a distance gap between a rotator and a first connector or a distance gap between a rotator and a second connector according to one embodiment.

[0026] FIG. 19 is a perspective view of a first driving member according to one embodiment.

[0027] FIG. 20 is a drawing for explaining a first driving member and a second driving member combined with a second carrier according to one embodiment.

[0028] FIG. 21 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to various embodiments.

[0029] FIG. 22 is a block diagram illustrating a camera module according to various embodiments.

[0030] Hereinafter, embodiments are described in detail with reference to the attached drawings so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present disclosure. However, the disclosed embodiments may be implemented in various different forms and are not limited to the embodiments described herein.

[0031] An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present document may include, for example, at least one of a smartphone, a tablet personal computer (PC), a mobile phone, a video phone, an e-book reader, a desktop personal computer (PC), a laptop personal computer (PC), a netbook computer, a workstation, a server, a personal digital assistant (PDA), a portable multimedia player (PMP), an MP3 player, a mobile medical device, a camera, or a wearable device. According to various embodiments, the wearable device may include at least one of an accessory type (e.g., a watch, a ring, a bracelet, an anklet, a necklace, glasses, contact lenses, or a head-mounted device (HMD)), a fabric or clothing-integrated type (e.g., an electronic garment), a body-attached type (e.g., a skin pad or a tattoo), or a bio-implantable type (e.g., an implantable circuit).

[0032] In one embodiment, the electronic device may be a home appliance. The home appliance may include, for example, at least one of a television, a digital video disk (DVD) player, an audio device, a refrigerator, an air conditioner, a vacuum cleaner, an oven, a microwave oven, a washing machine, an air purifier, a set-top box, a home automation control panel, a security control panel, a TV box, a game console, an electronic dictionary, an electronic key, a camcorder, or an electronic picture frame.

[0033] In one embodiment, the electronic device may be any of various medical devices (e.g., various portable medical measuring devices (e.g., blood glucose meter, heart rate meter, blood pressure meter, or body temperature meter), magnetic resonance angiography (MRA), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computer tomography (CT), camera, or ultrasound), navigation device, global navigation satellite system (GNSS), event data recorder (EDR), flight data recorder (FDR), automobile infotainment device, electronic equipment for ships (e.g., marine navigation device or gyrocompass), avionics, security device, head unit for vehicles, industrial or home robot, automatic teller's machine (ATM) of financial institution, point of sales (POS) of store, or internet of things device (e.g., light bulb, various sensors, electric or gas meter, sprinkler device, fire alarm, thermostat, It may include at least one of the following: a streetlight, a toaster, exercise equipment, a hot water tank, a heater, or a boiler.

[0034] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include at least one of a piece of furniture or a building / structure, an electronic board, an electronic signature receiving device, a projector, or various measuring devices (e.g., a water, electricity, gas, or radio wave measuring device). In various embodiments, the electronic device may be a combination of one or more of the various devices described above. The electronic device according to one embodiment may be a flexible electronic device. In addition, the electronic device according to the embodiment of the present document is not limited to the devices described above, and may include new electronic devices developed according to technological advancements.

[0035] The present disclosure can provide a camera device and an electronic device including the same, in which a lens assembly and an aperture assembly are configured to move together so as to prevent an optical axis of a lens and an aperture formed by the aperture assembly from being misaligned during optical image stabilization driving and / or autofocus control driving.

[0036] In addition, the present disclosure can provide a camera device configured to change the opening degree of the aperture assembly while the lens assembly and the aperture assembly move together, and an electronic device including the same.

[0037] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a camera according to one embodiment.

[0038] The configuration of FIG. 1 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0039] A camera device (100) according to an embodiment may include a lens assembly (110), an aperture assembly (not shown), an optical image stabilization (OIS) driving unit (e.g., an OIS carrier) for driving the camera device (100), an auto focus (AF) driving unit (e.g., an AF carrier (140)) for driving the camera device (100), a first driving member (210), and a second driving member (220). However, the components of the camera device (100) are not limited thereto. For example, the camera device (100) may omit at least one of the above-described components, or may further include at least one component. For example, the camera device (100) may further include a housing and / or an image sensor for accommodating the OIS driving unit and the AF driving unit.

[0040] According to one embodiment, the lens assembly (110) may include a lens arranged such that an image of a subject is formed on an image sensor (not shown). In one example, the lens assembly (110) may include one lens or a plurality of lenses. The camera device (100) may receive light through the lens assembly (110). For example, the light may enter the interior of the camera device (100) through at least a portion of at least one lens. For example, referring to FIG. 1, the light may enter the interior of the camera device (100) in the -z direction.

[0041] According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the lens assembly (110) may be visually exposed to the outside of the camera device (100). For example, at least a portion of the lens assembly (110) may be disposed inside an OIS driving unit for OIS driving of the camera device (100), an AF driving unit for AF driving of the camera device (100), and / or a housing (not shown), and the remaining portion may be disposed to visually protrude to the outside of the camera device (100).

[0042] According to one embodiment, the lens assembly (110) can be disposed in an OIS carrier (e.g., a first carrier (120) and / or a second carrier (130)). For example, the lens assembly (110) can be accommodated in the OIS carrier. For example, referring to FIG. 1, the lens assembly (110) can be at least partially accommodated within the first carrier (120). In one example, the lens assembly (110) can be coupled with the first carrier (120). For example, the lens assembly (110) can be fixed to the first carrier (120).

[0043] In one embodiment, the aperture assembly (not shown) may be disposed in the lens assembly (110). For example, the aperture assembly may be disposed inside the lens assembly (110). For example, the aperture assembly may be disposed inside the lens assembly (110) so as to be at least partially invisible from the outside of the camera device (100). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the aperture assembly may be disposed outside the lens assembly (110). In one example, the aperture assembly may be aligned along the optical axis of the lens.

[0044] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the aperture assembly may be coupled to the lens assembly (110). For example, at least a portion of the aperture assembly may be secured to the lens assembly (110).

[0045] According to one embodiment, the camera device (100) can control the aperture assembly according to the shooting function (or shooting mode) to adjust the amount of light entering the interior of the camera device (100). For example, the camera device (100) can control the aperture assembly to adjust the amount of light passing through the lens and / or the amount of light applied to the lens. For example, the camera device (100) can control a portion of the aperture assembly to rotate to change the size of an opening formed by a portion of the aperture assembly. As the size of the opening changes, the amount of light entering the interior of the camera device (100) can be adjusted.

[0046] In one embodiment, the lens assembly (110) and the aperture assembly can be moved together. For example, the lens assembly (110) and the aperture assembly can be transported together while being housed inside the OIS carrier.

[0047] According to one embodiment, the OIS carrier may include a first carrier (120) that transports the lens assembly (110) and the aperture assembly (not shown) in a first direction (e.g., +y direction or -y direction), and a second carrier (130) that transports the first carrier (120) in a second direction (e.g., +x direction or -x direction). The second carrier (130) may accommodate the first carrier (120). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the OIS carrier may include one carrier that transports the lens assembly (110) and the aperture assembly in the first direction and / or the second direction.

[0048] According to one embodiment, the first driving member (210) may be disposed on a first side of the OIS carrier. For example, the first driving member (210) may be disposed on a side of the OIS carrier facing the +x direction. For example, the first driving member (210) may be disposed on a first side of the first carrier (120). For example, the first driving member (210) may be disposed on a first side of the first carrier (120) facing the +x direction. For example, the first driving member (210) may face the first side of the first carrier (120). In one example, the first driving member (210) may be spaced apart from the first side of the first carrier (120) by a predetermined distance.

[0049] According to one embodiment, the first driving member (210) may be arranged to be movable in a first direction (e.g., +y direction or -y direction) on a first side of the OIS carrier. For example, the first driving member (210) may be arranged to be movable in the first direction on the first side of the first carrier (120). For example, the first driving member (210) may move in the first direction along the first side of the first carrier (120). For example, the first driving member (210) may move in the first direction while facing the first side of the first carrier (120). For example, the first driving member (210) may move in the first direction while being spaced apart from the first side of the first carrier (120) by a predetermined distance.

[0050] According to one embodiment, the first OIS magnet (211) may be disposed on the first driving member (210). For example, the first OIS magnet (211) may be disposed on the side of the first driving member (210) facing the +x direction. For example, the first OIS magnet (211) may face the first side of the first carrier (120).

[0051] According to one embodiment, the first OIS coil may be arranged to face the first OIS magnet (211). In one example, there may be a plurality of first OIS coils. For example, a plurality of first OIS coils (212, 213) may be arranged to face the first OIS magnet (211). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, there may be one first OIS coil.

[0052] According to one embodiment, a plurality of first OIS coils (212, 213) may be arranged in parallel in a direction in which the first driving member (210) moves. For example, a plurality of first OIS coils (212, 213) may be arranged in parallel in a first direction (e.g., +y direction or -y direction). In one example, a plurality of first OIS coils (212, 213) may be arranged to be spaced apart from each other by a predetermined distance.

[0053] According to one embodiment, the second drive member (220) may be disposed on a second side of the OIS carrier opposite the first side of the OIS carrier. For example, the second drive member (220) may be disposed on a side of the OIS carrier facing in the -x direction. In one example, the first drive member (210) may be disposed on a second side of the first carrier (120) opposite the first side of the first carrier (120). For example, the second drive member (220) may be disposed on a second side of the first carrier (120) facing in the -x direction. For example, the second drive member (220) may face the second side of the first carrier (120). In one example, the second drive member (220) may be spaced apart from the second side of the first carrier (120) by a predetermined distance.

[0054] According to one embodiment, the second driving member (220) may be arranged to be movable in a first direction (e.g., +y direction or -y direction) on the second side of the OIS carrier, for example, the second driving member (220) may be arranged to be movable in the first direction on the second side of the first carrier (120). For example, the second driving member (220) may be movable in the first direction along the second side of the first carrier (120). For example, the second driving member (220) may be movable in the first direction while facing the second side of the first carrier (120). For example, the second driving member (220) may be movable in the first direction while being spaced apart from the second side of the first carrier (120) by a predetermined distance.

[0055] According to one embodiment, a second OIS magnet (not shown) (e.g., the second OIS magnet (221) of FIG. 2) may be disposed on the second driving member (220). For example, the second OIS magnet may be disposed on a side of the second driving member (220) facing the -x direction. For example, the second OIS magnet may face the second side of the first carrier (120). In one example, the second OIS magnet may face in the opposite direction to the first OIS magnet (211).

[0056] According to one embodiment, the second OIS coil may be arranged to face the second OIS magnet. In one example, there may be a plurality of second OIS coils. For example, a plurality of second OIS coils (222, 223) may be arranged to face the second OIS magnet. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, there may be one second OIS coil.

[0057] According to one embodiment, the plurality of second OIS coils (222, 223) may be arranged in parallel in the direction in which the second driving member (220) moves. For example, the plurality of second OIS coils (222, 223) may be arranged in parallel in the first direction (e.g., +y direction or -y direction). In one example, the plurality of second OIS coils (222, 223) may be arranged to be spaced apart from each other by a predetermined distance.

[0058] According to one embodiment, the third OIS magnet (131) may be disposed on the OIS carrier. For example, the third OIS magnet (131) may be disposed on the second carrier (130). The third OIS magnet (131) may be oriented in a direction substantially perpendicular to the first OIS magnet (211) and the second OIS magnet (not shown). For example, the third OIS magnet (131) may be disposed on a side of the second carrier (130) that is substantially perpendicular to the first side and the second side of the first carrier (120). For example, the third OIS magnet (131) may be disposed on a side of the second carrier (130) facing the +y direction.

[0059] According to one embodiment, the third OIS coil (132, 133) may be arranged to face the third OIS magnet (131). In one example, there may be a plurality of third OIS coils. For example, a plurality of third OIS coils (132, 133) may be arranged to face the third OIS magnet (131). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, there may be one third OIS coil.

[0060] According to one embodiment, the plurality of third OIS coils (132, 133) may be arranged in parallel in a direction substantially perpendicular to the direction in which the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move. For example, the plurality of third OIS coils (132, 133) may be arranged in parallel in the second direction (e.g., +x direction or -x direction). In one example, the plurality of third OIS coils (132, 133) may be arranged to be spaced apart from each other by a predetermined distance.

[0061] According to one embodiment, the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) may be connected to the aperture assembly. For example, the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) may be coupled to the aperture assembly. The first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) may move in the first direction while connected to the aperture assembly.

[0062] According to one embodiment, when at least one of the first driving member (210) or the second driving member (220) moves in the first direction, the state of the aperture assembly may change. For example, when the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in different directions, at least a portion of the aperture assembly may rotate. For example, when the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in opposite directions, at least a portion of the aperture assembly may rotate. As at least a portion of the aperture assembly rotates, the size of the opening formed by the aperture assembly may change. Accordingly, the amount of light entering the interior of the camera device (100) may be adjusted. Specific details of how the size of the opening formed by the aperture assembly changes by driving the first driving member (210) and / or the second driving member (220) will be described later.

[0063] According to one embodiment, when at least one of the first driving member (210) or the second driving member (220) moves in the first direction, the camera device (100) can perform the OIS function. For example, when the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in the same direction, the camera device (100) can perform the OIS function. The specific details of the camera device (100) performing the OIS function by driving the first driving member (210) and / or the second driving member (220) will be described later.

[0064] Figure 2 is an exploded perspective view of a camera according to one embodiment.

[0065] The configuration of FIG. 2 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0066] According to one embodiment, the camera device (100) may further include at least one of a housing (150), a cover (160) (e.g., a Z-stopper), a shield can (170), a plurality of first spheres (214), or a plurality of second spheres (224). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the camera device (100) may omit at least one of the above-described components, or may further include at least one other component.

[0067] According to one embodiment, the housing (150) and / or the shield can (170) may form the exterior of the camera device (100). For example, the housing (150) may provide a framework for supporting other components. The shape of the housing (150) and / or the shield can (170) may be modified depending on the shape of the camera device (100) or the components included in the camera device (100). For example, the housing (150) and / or the shield can (170) may be a box-shaped housing.

[0068] According to one embodiment, the shield can (170) may cover at least a portion of the housing (150). For example, the shield can (170) may cover at least a portion of a side surface of the housing (150) and an upper portion of the housing (150). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the housing (150) may be a single member with the shield can (170).

[0069] According to one embodiment, the shield can (170) may form a space with the housing (150). At least one of the lens assembly (110), the aperture assembly (200), the driving unit for OIS driving of the camera device (100), or the AF driving unit for AF driving of the camera device (100) may be disposed at least partially in the space formed between the housing (150) and the shield can (170).

[0070] According to one embodiment, the cover (160) (or OIS cover) may be provided in a form that covers the OIS carrier (e.g., the first carrier (120) and the second carrier (130)) and the AF carrier (140) from top to bottom (e.g., in the -z direction). The cover (160) may prevent the OIS carrier from being separated from the AF carrier (140). In one example, the cover (160) may include an upper substrate and leads. The upper substrate of the cover (160) may have a shape of a circular or polygonal band (e.g., a rectangular band) with an empty center. The upper substrate of the cover (160) may include a cover hole provided in the center with a predetermined size so that at least a portion of the lens assembly (110) can be visually exposed. The leads of the cover (160) may have a predetermined length and width extending directly downward (e.g., in the -z direction) from one side (e.g., a corner region) of the upper substrate. In one embodiment, the leads are provided in a hollow ring shape at the center and can be coupled to one side of the AF carrier (140).

[0071] According to one embodiment, the aperture assembly (200) may include a base (230), a rotator (240), and a plurality of aperture blades (250). However, the configuration of the aperture assembly (200) is not limited thereto. For example, the aperture assembly (200) may omit at least one of the above-described configurations, or may further include at least one other configuration. For example, the aperture assembly (200) may further include an aperture cover (260).

[0072] According to one embodiment, a plurality of first spheres (214) can be disposed between a first driving member (210) and an OIS carrier (e.g., the first carrier (120)). For example, the plurality of first spheres (214) can be movably disposed between the first driving member (210) and the OIS carrier. For example, the plurality of first spheres (214) can move in a first direction (e.g., a +y direction or a -y direction). The plurality of first spheres (214) can enable movement of the first driving member (210). For example, the plurality of first spheres (214) can move the first driving member (210) in the first direction.

[0073] According to one embodiment, a plurality of second spheres (224) can be disposed between the second driving member (220) and the OIS carrier (e.g., the first carrier (120)). For example, the plurality of second spheres (224) can be movably disposed between the second driving member (220) and the OIS carrier. For example, the plurality of second spheres (224) can move in a first direction (e.g., a +y direction or a -y direction). The plurality of second spheres (224) can enable movement of the second driving member (220). For example, the plurality of second spheres (224) can move the second driving member (220) in the first direction.

[0074] According to one embodiment, the OIS driving unit for optical image stabilization can move the lens assembly (110) and the aperture assembly (200) in at least one of a first direction (e.g., a +y direction or a -y direction) or a second direction (e.g., a +x direction or a -x direction). The OIS driving unit according to one embodiment can include an OIS actuator configured to move the lens assembly (110) and the aperture assembly (200) for the optical image stabilization function.

[0075] According to one embodiment, the OIS driving unit may include an OIS carrier and a plurality of third spheres (143) that enable movement of the OIS carrier. However, the components of the OIS driving unit are not limited thereto. For example, the OIS driving unit may omit at least one of the above-described components, or may further include at least one other component. For example, the OIS driving unit may further include at least one of a first OIS magnet (not shown), a second OIS magnet (221), a third OIS magnet (131), a first OIS coil (212, 213), a second OIS coil (not shown), a third OIS coil (not shown), or a plurality of third guide parts.

[0076] In one example, as illustrated in FIG. 2, when the OIS carrier includes a first carrier (120) and a second carrier (130), the OIS driving unit may further include at least one component. For example, the OIS driving unit may further include at least one of a plurality of fourth spheres (134) or a plurality of fourth guide portions movably arranged between the first carrier (120) and the second carrier (130). The plurality of fourth spheres (134) may move in a direction substantially perpendicular to the direction in which the plurality of third spheres (143) move.

[0077] According to one embodiment, the AF driving unit for the auto-focus function can move the lens assembly (110) and the aperture assembly (200) in a third direction (e.g., the +z direction or the -z direction). The AF driving unit according to one embodiment can include an AF actuator configured to move the lens assembly (110) and the aperture assembly (200) for the auto-focus function.

[0078] According to one embodiment, the AF driving unit may include an AF carrier (140) and a plurality of fifth spheres (151) that enable movement of the AF carrier (140). However, the components of the AF driving unit are not limited thereto. For example, the AF driving unit may omit at least one of the above-described components, or may further include at least one other component. For example, the AF driving unit may further include at least one of an AF magnet (not shown), an AF coil (142), or a plurality of fifth guide parts.

[0079] According to one embodiment, the first OIS coil (212, 213), the second OIS coil (not shown), the third OIS coil (not shown), and the AF coil (142) may be disposed at a fixed portion of the camera device (100). For example, the first OIS coil (212, 213), the second OIS coil (not shown), the third OIS coil (not shown), and the AF coil (142) may be disposed in a housing (150). For example, the first OIS coil (212, 213), the second OIS coil (not shown), the third OIS coil (not shown), and the AF coil (142) may be disposed inside the housing (150).

[0080] According to one embodiment, the first OIS coil (212, 213) may be disposed on a first inner side of the housing (150). The second OIS coil may be disposed on a second inner side of the housing (150) facing the first inner side of the housing (150). The third OIS coil may be disposed on a third inner side of the housing (150) that is substantially perpendicular to the first and second inner sides of the housing (150). The AF coil may be disposed on a fourth inner side of the housing (150) that is substantially perpendicular to the first and second inner sides of the housing (150) and facing the third inner side of the housing (150). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the positions of the first OIS coil (212, 213), the second OIS coil (not shown), the third OIS coil (not shown), and the AF coil (142) and the positions of the magnets facing each of the first OIS coil (212, 213), the second OIS coil (not shown), the third OIS coil (not shown), and the AF coil (142) may be changed. For example, the magnets facing each of the first OIS coil (212, 213), the second OIS coil (not shown), the third OIS coil (not shown), and the AF coil (142) may be arranged in the housing (150).

[0081] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of an OIS carrier and an AF carrier according to one embodiment.

[0082] The configuration of FIG. 3 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0083] According to one embodiment, the OIS carrier can transport a lens assembly (e.g., lens assembly (110) of FIG. 2) and an aperture assembly (e.g., aperture assembly (200) of FIG. 2) in a first direction (e.g., +y direction or -y direction) or a second direction (e.g., +x direction or -x direction).

[0084] According to one embodiment, a first OIS magnet (e.g., the first OIS magnet (211) of FIG. 1) may be disposed on a first side of the OIS carrier. For example, the first OIS magnet may be disposed on a first side of the first carrier (120) (e.g., the first side (121) of FIG. 2). For example, a first driving member (210) having a first OIS magnet disposed on the first side (121) of the first carrier (120) may be disposed.

[0085] According to one embodiment, the first OIS coil (e.g., the first OIS coil (212, 213) of FIG. 1) may be arranged to face the first OIS magnet. The first OIS coil may be arranged inside a housing (e.g., the housing (150) of FIG. 2) facing a first side (121) of the first carrier (120) on which the first OIS magnet is arranged. The OIS carrier (e.g., the first carrier (120)) may be moved in the first direction with respect to the AF carrier (140) (or the housing) by a force in a first direction (e.g., +y direction or -y direction) acting on the first OIS magnet by a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the first OIS coil. As the OIS carrier moves, the lens assembly (e.g., lens assembly (110) of FIG. 2) and the aperture assembly (e.g., aperture assembly (200) of FIG. 2) can move in the first direction.

[0086] According to one embodiment, a second OIS magnet (221) may be disposed on a second side of the OIS carrier opposite the first side of the OIS carrier. For example, a second OIS magnet (221) may be disposed on a second side of the first carrier (120) (e.g., the second side (122) of FIG. 2). For example, a second driving member (220) having a second OIS magnet (221) disposed on the second side (122) of the first carrier (120) may be disposed.

[0087] According to one embodiment, the second OIS coil (e.g., the second OIS coil (222, 223) of FIG. 1) may be arranged to face the second OIS magnet (221). The second OIS coil may be arranged inside a housing (e.g., the housing (150) of FIG. 2) facing the second side (122) of the first carrier (120) on which the second OIS magnet (221) is arranged. The OIS carrier (e.g., the first carrier (120)) may be moved in the first direction with respect to the AF carrier (140) (or the housing) by a force in a first direction (e.g., +y direction or -y direction) acting on the second OIS magnet (221) due to a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the second OIS coil. As the OIS carrier moves, the lens assembly (e.g., lens assembly (110) of FIG. 2) and the aperture assembly (e.g., aperture assembly (200) of FIG. 2) can move in the first direction.

[0088] According to one embodiment, a third OIS magnet (e.g., the third OIS magnet (131) of FIG. 1) may be disposed on a third side of the OIS carrier that is substantially perpendicular to the first and second sides of the OIS carrier. For example, the third OIS magnet may be disposed on the third side of the second carrier (130). The third side of the second carrier (130) may be substantially perpendicular to the first side of the first carrier (120) and the second side of the first carrier (120).

[0089] According to one embodiment, a third OIS coil (e.g., the third OIS coil (132, 133) of FIG. 1) may be arranged to face a third OIS magnet. The third OIS coil may be arranged inside a housing (e.g., the housing (150) of FIG. 2) facing a third side of a second carrier (130) on which the third OIS magnet is arranged. The OIS carrier (e.g., the second carrier (130)) may be moved in a second direction with respect to the AF carrier (140) (or the housing) by a force in a second direction (e.g., +x direction or -x direction) acting on the third OIS magnet by a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the third OIS coil. As the OIS carrier moves, the lens assembly (e.g., lens assembly (110) of FIG. 2) and the aperture assembly (e.g., aperture assembly (200) of FIG. 2) can move in the second direction.

[0090] According to one embodiment, a plurality of third spheres (143) may be disposed between the AF carrier (140) and the OIS carrier. The plurality of third spheres (143) may be disposed to move in at least one of a first direction (e.g., a +y direction or a -y direction) or a second direction (e.g., a +x direction or a -x direction) with respect to the AF carrier (140). According to one embodiment, the plurality of third spheres (143) may be disposed at an edge of an inner bottom surface of the AF carrier (140).

[0091] According to one embodiment, the AF carrier (140) may include a plurality of third guide portions (144). The plurality of third guide portions (144) may guide the plurality of third spheres (143) to move in at least one of the first direction or the second direction. In one example, the plurality of third guide portions (144) may be formed in the first direction and the second direction so that the OIS carrier may move in at least one of the first direction or the second direction by the plurality of fifth spheres (151) and / or the plurality of fourth spheres (134). In one example, the plurality of third guide portions (144) may have a guide groove or rail shape, but are not limited thereto.

[0092] According to one embodiment, a plurality of third spheres (143) may be arranged on a plurality of third guide portions (144). The plurality of third guide portions (144) may guide the plurality of third spheres (143) to move in at least one of the first direction and the second direction. For example, the plurality of third spheres (143) may move on the plurality of third guide portions (144). For example, the plurality of third spheres (143) may roll on the third guide portions (144). For example, the plurality of third spheres (143) may rotate on the third guide portions (144). For example, the plurality of third spheres (143) may tilt on the third guide portions (144).

[0093] According to one embodiment, the OIS carrier can be transported in at least one of the first direction or the second direction by guiding the plurality of third spheres (143) along the plurality of third guide portions (144). When the OIS carrier is transported in at least one of the first direction or the second direction, the lens assembly (e.g., the lens assembly (110) of FIG. 2) and the aperture assembly (e.g., the aperture assembly (200) of FIG. 2) accommodated in the OIS carrier can be transported in at least one of the first direction or the second direction. In one example, the OIS carrier may include a guide portion formed at a position corresponding to the third guide portion (144).

[0094] In the following FIG. 3, as shown in FIG. 3, an operation for performing an OIS function is described when the OIS carrier includes a first carrier (120) and a second carrier (130).

[0095] According to one embodiment, a plurality of third spheres (143) may be disposed between the AF carrier (140) and the second carrier (130). The plurality of third spheres (143) may be disposed to move in a second direction (e.g., +x direction or -x direction) with respect to the AF carrier (140). According to one embodiment, the plurality of third spheres (143) may be disposed at an edge of an inner bottom surface of the AF carrier (140).

[0096] According to one embodiment, the AF carrier (140) may include a plurality of third guide portions (144). The plurality of third guide portions (144) may guide the plurality of third spheres (143) to move in a second direction. In one example, the plurality of third guide portions (144) may be formed in a second direction so that the second carrier (130) may move in the second direction by the plurality of third spheres (143). In one example, the plurality of third guide portions (144) may have a guide groove or rail shape, but are not limited thereto.

[0097] According to one embodiment, a plurality of third spheres (143) may be arranged on a plurality of third guide portions (144). The plurality of third guide portions (144) may guide the plurality of third spheres (143) to move in a second direction. For example, the plurality of third spheres (143) may move on the plurality of third guide portions (144). For example, the plurality of third spheres (143) may roll on the plurality of third guide portions (144). For example, the plurality of third spheres (143) may rotate on the plurality of third guide portions (144). For example, the plurality of third spheres (143) may tilt on the plurality of third guide portions (144).

[0098] According to one embodiment, the second carrier (130) can be transported in the second direction by guiding the plurality of third spheres (143) along the plurality of third guide portions (144). When the second carrier (130) is transported in the second direction, the first carrier (120) accommodated in the second carrier (130) can be transported in the second direction. When the first carrier (120) is transported in the second direction, the lens assembly (e.g., the lens assembly (110) of FIG. 2) and the aperture assembly (e.g., the aperture assembly (200) of FIG. 2) accommodated in the first carrier (120) can be transported in the second direction. In one example, the second carrier (130) may include a guide portion formed at a position corresponding to the third guide portion (144).

[0099] In one embodiment, a plurality of fourth spheres (134) may be disposed between the first carrier (120) and the second carrier (130). The plurality of fourth spheres (134) may be disposed to move in a first direction (e.g., +y direction or -y direction) with respect to the second carrier (130). In one embodiment, the plurality of fourth spheres (134) may be disposed at an edge of an inner bottom surface of the second carrier (130).

[0100] According to one embodiment, the second carrier (130) may include a plurality of fourth guide portions (135). The plurality of fourth guide portions (135) may guide the plurality of fourth spheres (134) to move in the first direction. In one example, the plurality of fourth guide portions (135) may be formed in the first direction so that the first carrier (120) may move in the first direction by the plurality of fourth spheres (134). In one example, the plurality of fourth guide portions (135) may have a guide groove or rail shape, but are not limited thereto.

[0101] According to one embodiment, a plurality of fourth spheres (134) may be arranged on a plurality of fourth guide portions (135). The plurality of fourth guide portions (135) may guide the plurality of fourth spheres (134) to move in a first direction. For example, the plurality of fourth spheres (134) may move on the plurality of fourth guide portions (135). For example, the plurality of fourth spheres (134) may roll on the plurality of fourth guide portions (135). For example, the plurality of fourth spheres (134) may rotate on the plurality of fourth guide portions (135). For example, the plurality of fourth spheres (134) may tilt on the fourth guide portions (135).

[0102] According to one embodiment, the first carrier (120) can be transported in the first direction by guiding the plurality of fourth spheres (134) along the plurality of fourth guide portions (135). When the first carrier (120) is transported in the first direction, the lens assembly (e.g., the lens assembly (110) of FIG. 2) and the aperture assembly (e.g., the aperture assembly (200) of FIG. 2) accommodated in the first carrier (120) can be transported in the first direction. In one example, the first carrier (120) may include a guide portion formed at a position corresponding to the fourth guide portion (135).

[0103] FIG. 4 is a drawing illustrating the back surface of a first carrier according to one embodiment.

[0104] The configuration of FIG. 4 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and any duplicate description may be omitted.

[0105] Referring to FIG. 4, a first carrier (120) according to one embodiment may include a plurality of guide portions (123). The plurality of guide portions (123) may be formed on a rear surface (e.g., a surface facing the -z direction) of the first carrier (120). In one embodiment, the plurality of guide portions (123) may be arranged to correspond to a plurality of fourth guide portions (e.g., the plurality of fourth guide portions (135) of FIG. 3). For example, the plurality of guide portions (123) may be formed at positions corresponding to the plurality of fourth guide portions (135). For example, the plurality of guide portions (123) may face the plurality of fourth guide portions (135).

[0106] According to one embodiment, the plurality of guide portions (123) can guide the plurality of fourth spheres (e.g., the plurality of fourth spheres (134) of FIG. 3) to move in a first direction (e.g., the +y direction or the -y direction). In one example, the plurality of guide portions (123) can be formed in a first direction so that the first carrier (120) can move in the first direction by the plurality of fourth spheres (134). In one example, the plurality of guide portions (123) can have a guide groove or rail shape, but is not limited thereto.

[0107] According to one embodiment, a plurality of fourth spheres (134) may be arranged on a plurality of guide portions (123). The plurality of guide portions (123) may guide the plurality of fourth spheres (134) to move in a first direction. For example, the plurality of fourth spheres (134) may move on the plurality of guide portions (123). For example, the plurality of fourth spheres (134) may roll on the plurality of guide portions (123). For example, the plurality of fourth spheres (134) may rotate on the plurality of guide portions (123). For example, the plurality of fourth spheres (134) may tilt on the plurality of guide portions (123).

[0108] According to one embodiment, the first carrier (120) can be transported in the first direction by guiding a plurality of fourth spheres (134) along a plurality of guide portions (123). When the first carrier (120) is transported in the first direction, the lens assembly (e.g., the lens assembly (110) of FIG. 2) and the aperture assembly (e.g., the aperture assembly (200) of FIG. 2) accommodated in the first carrier (120) can be transported in the first direction.

[0109] FIG. 5 is a drawing illustrating the back surface of a second carrier according to one embodiment.

[0110] The configuration of FIG. 5 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and any duplicate description may be omitted.

[0111] Referring to FIG. 5, a second carrier (130) according to one embodiment may include a plurality of guide portions (136). The plurality of guide portions (136) may be formed on a rear surface (e.g., a surface facing the -z direction) of the second carrier (130). In one embodiment, the plurality of guide portions (136) may be arranged to correspond to a plurality of third guide portions (e.g., the plurality of third guide portions (144) of FIG. 3). For example, the plurality of guide portions (136) may be formed at positions corresponding to the plurality of third guide portions (144). For example, the plurality of guide portions (136) may face a plurality of fourth guide portions (144).

[0112] According to one embodiment, the plurality of guide portions (136) can guide the plurality of third spheres (e.g., the plurality of third spheres (143) of FIG. 3) to move in a second direction (e.g., the +x direction or the -x direction). In one example, the plurality of guide portions (136) can be formed in the second direction so that the second carrier (130) can move in the second direction by the plurality of third spheres (143). In one example, the plurality of guide portions (136) can have a guide groove or rail shape, but is not limited thereto.

[0113] According to one embodiment, a plurality of third spheres (e.g., a plurality of third spheres (143) of FIG. 3) may be arranged on a plurality of guide portions (136). The plurality of guide portions (136) may guide the plurality of third spheres (143) to move in a second direction. For example, the plurality of third spheres (143) may move on the plurality of guide portions (136). For example, the plurality of third spheres (143) may roll on the plurality of guide portions (136). For example, the plurality of third spheres (143) may rotate on the plurality of guide portions (136). For example, the plurality of third spheres (143) may tilt on the plurality of guide portions (136).

[0114] According to one embodiment, the second carrier (130) can be transported in the second direction by guiding the plurality of third spheres (143) along the plurality of guide portions (136). When the second carrier (130) is transported in the second direction, the first carrier (120) accommodated in the second carrier (130) can be transported in the second direction. When the first carrier (120) is transported in the second direction, the lens assembly (e.g., the lens assembly (110) of FIG. 2) and the aperture assembly (e.g., the aperture assembly (200) of FIG. 2) accommodated in the first carrier (120) can be transported in the second direction.

[0115] According to one embodiment, the third OIS magnet (131) may be placed between a plurality of guide portions (136).

[0116] FIG. 6 is a drawing illustrating an AF carrier according to one embodiment.

[0117] The configuration of FIG. 6 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and any duplicate description may be omitted.

[0118] In an embodiment, when an OIS carrier includes one carrier (for example, a first carrier (for example, the first carrier (120) of FIG. 1) and a second carrier (for example, the second carrier (130) of FIG. 1) are formed integrally), a plurality of third spheres (not shown) that enable the OIS carrier to move in a first direction and a second direction may be disposed between the OIS carrier and the AF carrier (140). The AF carrier (140) may include a plurality of third guide portions (145) that guide the plurality of third spheres. The plurality of third spheres may move, rotate, roll, or tilt on the plurality of third guide portions (145). The plurality of third spheres may move in the first direction and the second direction on the plurality of third guide portions (145). The plurality of third guide portions (145) may have a shape that allows the plurality of third spheres to move in the first direction and the second direction.

[0119] Figure 7 is a perspective view for explaining AF operation of a camera according to one embodiment.

[0120] The configuration of Fig. 7 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. The same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used for components that are identical or substantially identical to those in the configuration of other drawings, and any duplicate description may be omitted.

[0121] According to one embodiment, the first carrier (120) can be at least partially accommodated in the second carrier (130). For example, at least a portion of the first carrier (120) can be disposed within the second carrier (130).

[0122] According to one embodiment, the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) may be disposed in the first carrier (120). In one example, the first carrier (120), the first driving member (210), and the second driving member (220) may be at least partially accommodated in the second carrier (130).

[0123] According to one embodiment, the cover (160) (or OIS cover) may be provided in a form that covers the OIS carrier (e.g., the first carrier (120) and the second carrier (130)) and the AF carrier (140) from top to bottom (e.g., in the -z direction). The cover (160) may prevent the OIS carrier from being separated from the AF carrier (140) in at least one of the first direction, the second direction, or the third direction.

[0124] According to one embodiment, the AF carrier (140) can transport a lens assembly (e.g., lens assembly (110) of FIG. 2) and an aperture assembly (e.g., aperture assembly (200) of FIG. 2) in a third direction (e.g., +z direction or -z direction).

[0125] According to one embodiment, an AF magnet may be disposed on the first side of the AF carrier (140). The AF magnet may be disposed to face the AF coil (142). The AF coil (142) may be disposed in a housing (150) facing the first side of the AF carrier (140) on which the AF magnet is disposed.

[0126] According to one embodiment, the AF carrier (140) can be moved in a third direction with respect to the housing (150) by a force in a third direction (e.g., +z direction or -z direction) acting on the AF magnet by a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the AF coil (142). As the AF carrier (140) moves in the third direction, the OIS carrier can move in the third direction. As the OIS carrier moves in the third direction, a lens assembly (e.g., lens assembly (110) of FIG. 2) and an aperture assembly (e.g., aperture assembly (200) of FIG. 2) accommodated in the OIS carrier (e.g., first carrier (120)) can move in the third direction.

[0127] According to one embodiment, the AF coil (142) may be arranged to face the third OIS coil (132, 133). The AF coil (142) may be arranged to be substantially perpendicular to the first OIS coil (212, 213). The AF coil (142) may be arranged to be substantially perpendicular to the second OIS coil (222, 223).

[0128] According to one embodiment, a plurality of fifth spheres (151) may be disposed between the AF carrier (140) and the housing (150). The plurality of fifth spheres (151) may be disposed to move in a third direction with respect to the housing (150). In one example, the plurality of fifth spheres (151) may be disposed side by side along the third direction.

[0129] According to one embodiment, a plurality of fifth spheres (151) may be arranged at one edge of the AF carrier (140). For example, a plurality of fifth spheres (151) may be arranged adjacent to one end of a first side (e.g., a side facing the -y direction) of the AF carrier (140) and / or the other end of the first side (e.g., a side facing the -y direction) of the AF carrier (140).

[0130] According to one embodiment, the AF carrier (140) may include a plurality of fifth guide portions on the first side (e.g., the side facing the -y direction). The plurality of fifth guide portions may guide the plurality of fifth spheres (151) to move in a third direction. In one example, the plurality of fifth guide portions may be formed in the third direction so that the AF carrier (140) may move in the third direction by the plurality of fifth spheres (151). In one example, the plurality of fifth guide portions may have a guide groove or rail shape, but is not limited thereto. In one example, the AF carrier (140) may also include one fifth guide portion.

[0131] According to one embodiment, a plurality of fifth spheres (151) may be arranged on the fifth guide portion. The fifth guide portion may guide the plurality of fifth spheres (151) to move in a third direction. For example, the plurality of fifth spheres may move on the fifth guide portion. For example, the plurality of fifth spheres may roll on the fifth guide portion. For example, the plurality of fifth spheres may rotate on the fifth guide portion. For example, the plurality of fifth spheres may tilt on the fifth guide portion.

[0132] According to one embodiment, the AF carrier (140) can be transported in a third direction by guiding a plurality of fifth spheres (151) along the fifth guide portion. When the AF carrier (140) is transported in the third direction, the OIS carrier disposed on the AF carrier (140) can be transported in the third direction, and the lens assembly (e.g., the lens assembly (110) of FIG. 2) and the aperture assembly (e.g., the aperture assembly (200) of FIG. 2) accommodated in the OIS carrier (e.g., the first carrier (120)) can be transported in the third direction. In one example, the housing (150) may also include a guide portion formed at a position corresponding to the fifth guide portion.

[0133] FIG. 8A is a perspective view illustrating a first driving member and a second driving member according to one embodiment.

[0134] The configuration of Fig. 8a may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. The same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used for configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0135] Referring to FIG. 8A, a plurality of first spheres (214) according to one embodiment may be disposed between a first driving member (210) and an OIS carrier (e.g., the first carrier (120)). For example, the plurality of first spheres (214) may be movably disposed between the first driving member (210) and the OIS carrier. For example, the plurality of first spheres (214) may move in a first direction (e.g., a +y direction or a -y direction). For example, the plurality of first spheres (214) may move in the first direction along a first side of the OIS carrier. For example, the plurality of first spheres (214) may move in the first direction along a first side (121) of the first carrier (120). The plurality of first spheres (214) may enable movement of the first driving member (210). For example, a plurality of first spheres (214) can move the first driving member (210) in the first direction.

[0136] According to one embodiment, the OIS carrier may include a plurality of first guide portions (not shown) formed on a first side (e.g., a side facing the +x direction). The plurality of first guide portions may guide a plurality of first spheres (214) to move in a first direction. In one example, the plurality of first guide portions may be formed in a first direction so that the first driving member (210) may move in the first direction by the plurality of first spheres (214). In one example, the plurality of first guide portions may have a guide groove or rail shape, but is not limited thereto.

[0137] According to one embodiment, a plurality of first spheres (214) may be arranged on a plurality of first guide portions (not shown). The plurality of first guide portions may guide the plurality of first spheres (214) to move in a first direction. For example, the plurality of first spheres (214) may move on the plurality of first guide portions. For example, the plurality of first spheres (214) may roll on the plurality of first guide portions. For example, the plurality of first spheres (214) may rotate on the plurality of first guide portions. For example, the plurality of first spheres (214) may also tilt on the plurality of first guide portions.

[0138] According to one embodiment, the first driving member (210) can be moved in the first direction by guiding a plurality of first spheres (214) along a plurality of first guide portions.

[0139] According to one embodiment, the first driving member (210) may include a plurality of guide portions (215) formed at positions corresponding to the plurality of first guide portions. For example, the first driving member (210) may include a plurality of guide portions (215) formed on a side facing the first side (121) of the OIS carrier. The plurality of guide portions (215) may guide the plurality of first spheres (214) to move in a first direction. In one example, the plurality of guide portions (215) may be formed in the first direction so that the first driving member (210) may move in the first direction by the plurality of first spheres (214). In one example, the plurality of guide portions (215) may have a guide groove or rail shape, but are not limited thereto.

[0140] According to one embodiment, the plurality of guide portions (215) can guide the plurality of first spheres (214) to move in a first direction. In one example, the plurality of guide portions (215) can be formed in a first direction so that the first driving member (210) can move in the first direction by the plurality of first spheres (214). In one example, the plurality of guide portions (215) can have a guide groove or rail shape, but is not limited thereto.

[0141] According to one embodiment, a plurality of first spheres (214) may be arranged on a plurality of guide portions (215). The plurality of guide portions (215) may guide the plurality of first spheres (214) to move in a first direction. For example, the plurality of first spheres (214) may move on the plurality of guide portions (215). For example, the plurality of first spheres (214) may roll on the plurality of guide portions (215). For example, the plurality of first spheres (214) may rotate on the plurality of guide portions (215). For example, the plurality of first spheres (214) may also tilt on the plurality of guide portions (215).

[0142] According to one embodiment, the first driving member (210) can be moved in the first direction by guiding a plurality of first spheres (214) along a plurality of guide portions (215).

[0143] According to one embodiment, a plurality of second spheres (224) can be disposed between a second driving member (220) and an OIS carrier (e.g., a first carrier (120)). For example, the plurality of second spheres (224) can be movably disposed between the second driving member (220) and the OIS carrier. For example, the plurality of second spheres (224) can move in a first direction (e.g., a +y direction or a -y direction). For example, the plurality of second spheres (224) can move in the first direction along a second side (122) of the OIS carrier. For example, the plurality of second spheres (224) can move in the first direction along a second side (122) of the first carrier (120). The plurality of second spheres (224) can enable movement of the second driving member (220). For example, a plurality of second spheres (224) can move the second driving member (220) in the first direction.

[0144] In one embodiment, the OIS carrier may include a plurality of second guide portions (125) formed on a second side (e.g., a side facing the -x direction). The plurality of second guide portions (125) may guide the plurality of second spheres (224) to move in a first direction. In one example, the plurality of second guide portions (125) may be formed in a first direction so that the second driving member (220) may move in the first direction by the plurality of second spheres (224). In one example, the plurality of second guide portions (125) may have a guide groove or rail shape, but is not limited thereto.

[0145] According to one embodiment, a plurality of second spheres (224) may be arranged on a plurality of second guide portions (125). The plurality of second guide portions (125) may guide the plurality of second spheres (224) to move in a first direction. For example, the plurality of second spheres (224) may move on the plurality of second guide portions (125). For example, the plurality of second spheres (224) may roll on the plurality of second guide portions (125). For example, the plurality of second spheres (224) may rotate on the plurality of second guide portions (125). For example, the plurality of second spheres (224) may tilt on the plurality of second guide portions (125).

[0146] According to one embodiment, the plurality of second spheres (224) are guided along the plurality of second guide portions (125), so that the second driving member (220) can be moved in the first direction.

[0147] According to one embodiment, the second driving member (220) may include a plurality of guide portions (not shown) formed at positions corresponding to the plurality of second guide portions (125). For example, the second driving member (220) may include a plurality of guide portions formed on a side facing the second side (122) of the OIS carrier. The plurality of guide portions (not shown) may guide the plurality of second spheres (224) to move in a first direction. In one example, the plurality of guide portions (not shown) may be formed in a first direction so that the second driving member (220) may move in the first direction by the plurality of second spheres (224). In one example, the plurality of guide portions (not shown) may have a guide groove or rail shape, but are not limited thereto.

[0148] In one embodiment, the plurality of guide portions (not shown) can guide the plurality of second spheres (224) to move in the first direction. In one example, the plurality of guide portions (not shown) can be formed in the first direction so that the second driving member (220) can move in the first direction by the plurality of second spheres (224). In one example, the plurality of guide portions (not shown) can have a guide groove or rail shape, but are not limited thereto.

[0149] According to one embodiment, a plurality of second spheres (224) may be arranged on a plurality of guide portions (not shown). The plurality of guide portions (not shown) may guide the plurality of second spheres (224) to move in a first direction. For example, the plurality of second spheres (224) may move on the plurality of guide portions (not shown). For example, the plurality of second spheres (224) may roll on the plurality of guide portions (not shown). For example, the plurality of second spheres (224) may rotate on the plurality of guide portions (not shown). For example, the plurality of second spheres (224) may also tilt on the plurality of guide portions (not shown).

[0150] According to one embodiment, the second driving member (220) can be moved in the first direction by guiding a plurality of second spheres (224) along a plurality of guide portions (not shown).

[0151] According to one embodiment, a camera device (e.g., the camera device (100) of FIG. 1) may include a first yoke (not shown) (e.g., the first yoke (126) of FIG. 9) arranged to face a first OIS magnet (e.g., the first OIS magnet (211) of FIG. 1). In one example, the first yoke (not shown) may be arranged on a first side of the OIS carrier (e.g., the first side facing the +x direction). For example, the first yoke may be arranged on a first side (121) of the first carrier (120).

[0152] According to one embodiment, a magnetic force may be formed between the first yoke (not shown) and the first OIS magnet. For example, an attractive force may be formed between the first yoke and the first OIS magnet. For example, a magnetic attraction may be formed between the first yoke and the first OIS magnet. Due to the magnetic attraction formed between the first yoke and the first OIS magnet, the first driving member (210) may not be separated from the OIS carrier (e.g., the first carrier (120)). Due to the magnetic attraction formed between the first yoke and the first OIS magnet, the plurality of first spheres (214) may not be separated from the plurality of first guide portions (not shown). Due to the magnetic attraction formed between the first yoke and the first OIS magnet, the plurality of first spheres (214) may not be separated from the plurality of guide portions (215).

[0153] According to one embodiment, the first yoke (not shown) may be positioned between a plurality of first spheres (214). For example, the first yoke may be positioned between a plurality of first guide portions (not shown). For example, the first yoke may be positioned between a plurality of guide portions (215) formed on the first driving member (210).

[0154] According to one embodiment, a camera device (e.g., the camera device (100) of FIG. 1) may include a second yoke (124) positioned to face a second OIS magnet (221). In one example, the second yoke (124) may be positioned on a second side (e.g., a side facing the -x direction) of the OIS carrier. For example, the second yoke (124) may be positioned on a second side (122) of the first carrier (120).

[0155] According to one embodiment, a magnetic force may be formed between the second yoke (124) and the second OIS magnet (221). For example, an attractive force may be formed between the second yoke (124) and the second OIS magnet (221). For example, a magnetic attraction may be formed between the second yoke (124) and the second OIS magnet (221). Due to the magnetic attraction formed between the second yoke (124) and the second OIS magnet (221), the second driving member (220) may not be separated from the OIS carrier (e.g., the first carrier (120)). Due to the magnetic attraction formed between the second yoke (124) and the second OIS magnet (221), the plurality of second spheres (224) may not be separated from the plurality of second guide portions (125). Due to the magnetic attraction formed between the second yoke (124) and the second OIS magnet (221), the plurality of second spheres (224) may not be separated from the plurality of guide portions (not shown) formed in the second driving member (220).

[0156] According to one embodiment, the second yoke (124) may be disposed between a plurality of second spheres (224). For example, the second yoke (124) may be disposed between a plurality of second guide portions (125). For example, the second yoke (124) may be disposed between a plurality of guide portions (not shown) formed on the second driving member (220).

[0157] According to one embodiment, at least one of the first yoke (not shown) or the second yoke (124) may include a material that is magnetic in a magnetic field. For example, at least one of the first yoke or the second yoke (124) may include a material that forms an attractive force with a magnet (e.g., an OIS magnet).

[0158] According to one embodiment, the shape of at least one of the first yoke or the second yoke (124) is not limited to the shape illustrated in FIG. 8A. For example, at least one of the first yoke or the second yoke (124) may have a rectangular shape, as illustrated in FIG. 8A, but is not limited thereto.

[0159] According to one embodiment, the first yoke can reduce a rattling (e.g., a tilt phenomenon) that occurs when the first driving member (210) moves in the first direction. The second yoke (124) can reduce a rattling (e.g., a tilt phenomenon) that occurs when the second driving member (220) moves in the first direction.

[0160] Referring to FIG. 8A, the first carrier (120) according to one embodiment may include protrusions (127, 128) that protrude in a direction substantially perpendicular to the driving direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220). For example, the first carrier (120) may include the first protrusion (127) and the second protrusion (128). In one example, the first protrusion (127) and the second protrusion (128) may be formed to protrude in the +z direction.

[0161] According to one embodiment, the first driving member (210) may include a first snagging portion (216) that at least partially accommodates the first protrusion (127). Although not shown in FIG. 8A, the second driving member (220) may include a second snagging portion that at least partially accommodates the second protrusion (128). The second snagging portion is illustrated and described in FIG. 8B.

[0162] FIG. 8b is a drawing illustrating a second driving member according to one embodiment.

[0163] The second driving member (220) of Fig. 8b may be referenced by the second driving member of other drawings. The same terminology and / or the same reference numerals are used for components that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings. The description of the second driving member (220) of Fig. 8b may be referenced by the description of the first driving member of other drawings.

[0164] Referring to FIG. 8b, the second driving member (220) may include a second engaging portion (226). In one example, the first engaging portion (e.g., the first engaging portion (216) of FIG. 8a) and the second engaging portion (226) may be formed in an 'L' shape. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0165] According to one embodiment, the second catch (226) may include a plurality of guide portions (225). The plurality of guide portions (225) may be arranged to correspond to a plurality of second guide portions (e.g., the plurality of second guide portions (125) of FIG. 8A). The plurality of guide portions (225) may be referenced by a plurality of guide portions arranged on the second driving member (220) of FIG. 8A.

[0166] According to one embodiment, the second catch (226) may be positioned between a plurality of guide portions (225). For example, the second catch (226) may be formed between a plurality of guide portions (225).

[0167] Figure 9 is a cross-sectional view of a camera according to one embodiment.

[0168] The configuration of FIG. 9 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and any duplicate description may be omitted.

[0169] Referring to FIG. 9, the first engaging portion (216) according to one embodiment can be engaged with the first protrusion (127). As the first engaging portion (216) is engaged with the first protrusion (127), the first driving member (210) may not be disengaged in a direction substantially perpendicular to the driving direction of the first driving member (210) (e.g., the x-axis direction). Although not shown in FIG. 9, the second engaging portion (e.g., the second engaging portion (226) of FIG. 8b) may be engaged with the second protrusion (e.g., the second protrusion (128) of FIG. 8a). As the second engaging portion is engaged with the second protrusion, the second driving member (e.g., the second driving member (220) of FIG. 8b) may not be disengaged in a direction substantially perpendicular to the driving direction of the second driving member (e.g., the x-axis direction).

[0170] Referring to FIG. 9, a first yoke (126) according to an embodiment may be disposed on an OIS carrier (e.g., the first carrier (120)). The first yoke (126) may be disposed to face the first driving member (210). In one example, the first yoke (126) may be spaced apart from the first driving member (210) by a predetermined distance. For example, the first yoke (126) may be disposed to face the first OIS magnet (211). For example, the first yoke (126) may be spaced apart from the first OIS magnet (211) by a predetermined distance. For example, the first yoke (126) may be spaced apart from the first driving member (210) by a plurality of first spheres (214) disposed between the first carrier (120) and the first driving member (210).

[0171] According to one embodiment, a camera device (e.g., the camera device (100) of FIG. 1) may include a third yoke (146) disposed on an AF carrier (140). The third yoke (146) may be disposed to face the first OIS magnet (211). For example, the third yoke (146) may be disposed to face the first OIS magnet (211) in a third direction. According to one embodiment, a second carrier (130) may be disposed between the third yoke (146) and the first OIS magnet (211). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0172] According to one embodiment, the magnetic force between the first OIS magnet (211) and the first yoke (126) may be greater than the magnetic force between the first OIS magnet (211) and the third yoke (146). For example, the attraction force between the first OIS magnet (211) and the first yoke (126) may be greater than the attraction force between the first OIS magnet (211) and the third yoke (146). For example, the magnetic attraction between the first OIS magnet (211) and the first yoke (126) may be greater than the magnetic attraction between the first OIS magnet (211) and the third yoke (146). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0173] Although not illustrated in FIG. 9, a second yoke (e.g., the second yoke (124) of FIG. 8A) according to one embodiment may be disposed on an OIS carrier (e.g., the first carrier (120)). The second yoke may be disposed to face a second driving member (e.g., the second driving member (220) of FIG. 8A). In one example, the second yoke may be spaced apart from the second driving member by a predetermined distance. For example, the second yoke may be disposed to face a second OIS magnet (e.g., the second OIS magnet (221) of FIG. 8A). For example, the second yoke may be spaced apart from the second OIS magnet by a predetermined distance.

[0174] According to one embodiment, a camera device (e.g., camera device (100) of FIG. 1) may include a fourth yoke (not shown) disposed on an AF carrier (140). The fourth yoke may be disposed to face the second OIS magnet. For example, the fourth yoke may be disposed to face the second OIS magnet in a third direction. According to one embodiment, a second carrier (130) may be disposed between the fourth yoke and the second OIS magnet. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0175] In one embodiment, the magnetic force between the second OIS magnet and the second yoke may be greater than the magnetic force between the second OIS magnet and the fourth yoke. For example, the attraction force between the second OIS magnet and the second yoke may be greater than the attraction force between the second OIS magnet and the fourth yoke. For example, the magnetic attraction between the second OIS magnet and the second yoke may be greater than the magnetic attraction between the second OIS magnet and the fourth yoke. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0176] FIG. 10 is a plan view illustrating the operation of an aperture assembly of a camera according to one embodiment.

[0177] The configuration of Fig. 10 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0178] Referring to (a) of FIG. 10, the opening (251) formed by the aperture assembly (200) by the driving of the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) may have a first size.

[0179] Referring to (b) of Fig. 10, the opening (251) can have a second size larger than the first size by driving the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220).

[0180] Referring to (c) of FIG. 10, the opening (251) can have a third size larger than the second size by driving the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220).

[0181] According to one embodiment, the size of the opening (251) can be changed by driving the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220). For example, the aperture assembly (200) can be arranged to change the size of the opening (251) by driving the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220). For example, the aperture assembly (200) can be arranged to change the size of the opening (251) as the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in opposite directions. For example, the aperture assembly (200) can be arranged to increase or decrease the size of the opening (251) as the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in opposite directions.

[0182] Referring to FIG. 10, according to one embodiment, when the first driving member (210) moves in the +y direction and the second driving member (220) moves in the -y direction, the size of the opening (251) may change. For example, the size of the opening (251) may increase. When the first driving member (210) moves in the -y direction and the second driving member (220) moves in the +y direction, the size of the opening (251) may change. For example, the size of the opening (251) may decrease. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, when the first driving member (210) moves in the +y direction and the second driving member (220) moves in the -y direction, the size of the opening (251) may decrease, and when the first driving member (210) moves in the -y direction and the second driving member (220) moves in the +y direction, the size of the opening (251) may increase.

[0183] According to one embodiment, the first driving member (210) can be moved in the first direction relative to the lens assembly (110) (or the first carrier (120)) by a force in the first direction (e.g., +y direction or -y direction) acting on the first OIS magnet (211) by a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the first OIS coil (e.g., the first OIS coil of FIG. 1).

[0184] According to one embodiment, the second driving member (220) can be moved in the first direction relative to the lens assembly (110) (or the first carrier (120)) by a force in the first direction (e.g., +y direction or -y direction) acting on the second OIS magnet (221) by a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the second OIS coil (e.g., the second OIS coil of FIG. 1).

[0185] According to one embodiment, the first driving member (210) may be moved in the +y direction with respect to the lens assembly (110) (or the first carrier (120)) by a +y direction force acting on the first OIS magnet (211) due to a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the first OIS coil, and the second driving member (220) may be moved in the -y direction with respect to the lens assembly (110) (or the first carrier (120)) by a -y direction force acting on the second OIS magnet (221) due to a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the second OIS coil.

[0186] According to one embodiment, the first driving member (210) may be moved in the -y direction with respect to the lens assembly (110) (or the first carrier (120)) by a force in the -y direction acting on the first OIS magnet (211) due to a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the first OIS coil, and the second driving member (220) may be moved in the +y direction with respect to the lens assembly (110) (or the first carrier (120)) by a force in the +y direction acting on the second OIS magnet (221) due to a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the second OIS coil.

[0187] According to one embodiment, as the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in different directions (e.g., opposite directions), the size of the opening (251) can be changed, and the amount of light entering the camera device can be adjusted.

[0188] According to one embodiment, the first driving member (210) may be moved in the +y direction with respect to the lens assembly (110) (or the first carrier (120)) by a +y direction force acting on the first OIS magnet (211) due to a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the first OIS coil, and the second driving member (220) may be moved in the +y direction with respect to the lens assembly (110) (or the first carrier (120)) by a +y direction force acting on the second OIS magnet (221) due to a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the second OIS coil.

[0189] According to one embodiment, the first driving member (210) may be moved in the -y direction with respect to the lens assembly (110) (or the first carrier (120)) by a force in the -y direction acting on the first OIS magnet (211) due to a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the first OIS coil, and the second driving member (220) may be moved in the -y direction with respect to the lens assembly (110) (or the first carrier (120)) by a force in the -y direction acting on the second OIS magnet (221) due to a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the second OIS coil.

[0190] According to one embodiment, as the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in the same direction, the camera device can perform an OIS operation in the first direction. For example, as the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in the same direction, the first carrier (120) can be moved in the first direction (e.g., the +y direction or the -y direction). As the first carrier (120) is moved in the first direction, the lens assembly (110) and the aperture assembly (200) can be moved in the first direction.

[0191] Figure 11 is a plan view illustrating an operation of changing the size of an opening according to one embodiment.

[0192] The configuration of Fig. 11 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. The same reference numerals are used for configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0193] Referring to (a) of Fig. 11, an opening (251) formed by a plurality of aperture blades (250) by driving the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) may have a first size.

[0194] Referring to (b) of Fig. 11, the opening (251) formed by the plurality of aperture blades (250) by the driving of the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) may have a second size larger than the first size.

[0195] Referring to (c) of FIG. 11, the opening (251) formed by the plurality of aperture blades (250) by the driving of the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) may have a third size larger than the second size.

[0196] According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the aperture assembly (200) may rotate as the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in different directions (e.g., opposite directions). For example, the aperture assembly (200) may include a rotator (240) connected to the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220). The rotator (240) may be positioned between the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220). For example, the first driving member (210) may face the second driving member (220) with the rotator (240) therebetween.

[0197] According to one embodiment, the rotator (240) may have a circular shape. For example, the rotator (240) may have a ring shape. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the rotator (240) may have various shapes formed to be rotatable.

[0198] According to one embodiment, the rotator (240) can rotate as the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) are driven. For example, the rotator (240) can rotate as the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in different directions (e.g., opposite directions). For example, the rotator (240) can rotate with respect to the base (230). For example, the rotator (240) can rotate with respect to the first carrier (120).

[0199] According to one embodiment, the aperture assembly (200) may include a plurality of aperture blades (250). The plurality of aperture blades (250) may be arranged to rotate together with the rotator (240) as the rotator (240) rotates. For example, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may be arranged to rotate in the direction in which the rotator (240) rotates.

[0200] According to one embodiment, a plurality of aperture blades (250) may form an opening (251). Light may enter the interior of the camera device through the opening (251).

[0201] According to one embodiment, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may be arranged to change the size of the opening (251). For example, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may be arranged to change the size of the opening (251) as the rotator (240) rotates. For example, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may be arranged to change the open area of ​​the opening (251) as the rotator (240) rotates. Referring to FIG. 11, in one example, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may be arranged to increase the size of the opening (251) as the rotator (240) rotates clockwise. The plurality of aperture blades (250) may be arranged to decrease the size of the opening (251) as the rotator (240) rotates counterclockwise.

[0202] However, this is not limited thereto. In one example, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may be arranged so that the size of the opening (251) decreases as the rotator (240) rotates clockwise, and may be arranged so that the size of the opening (251) increases as the rotator (240) rotates counterclockwise.

[0203] According to one embodiment, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may be arranged to change the size of the opening (251) as the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in opposite directions. For example, when the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move away from each other, the size of the opening (251) may increase. For example, referring to FIG. 11, when the first driving member (210) moves in the +y direction and the second driving member (220) moves in the -y direction, the size of the opening (251) formed by the plurality of aperture blades (250) may increase. For example, when the first driving member (210) moves to the position of the first driving member (210) shown in (b) of FIG. 11 and the position of the second driving member (220) shown in (c) of FIG. 11 as reference positions, and the second driving member (220) moves to the position of the second driving member (220) shown in (c) of FIG. 11, the size of the opening (251) formed by the plurality of aperture blades (250) may increase. According to one embodiment, when the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in a direction facing each other, the size of the opening (251) may decrease. For example, referring to FIG. 11, when the first driving member (210) moves in the -y direction and the second driving member (220) moves in the +y direction, the size of the opening (251) formed by the plurality of aperture blades (250) may decrease. For example, when the position of the first driving member (210) and the position of the second driving member (220) shown in FIG. 11 (b) are taken as reference positions, and the first driving member (210) moves to the position of the first driving member (210) shown in FIG. 11 (a) and the second driving member (220) moves to the position of the second driving member (220) shown in FIG. 11 (a), the size of the opening (251) formed by the plurality of aperture blades (250) may decrease.

[0204] However, it is not limited thereto. For example, when the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move away from each other, the size of the opening (251) may decrease, and when the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move toward each other, the size of the opening (251) may increase. For example, when the first driving member (210) moves in the +y direction and the second driving member (220) moves in the -y direction, the size of the opening (251) formed by the plurality of aperture blades (250) may decrease. When the first driving member (210) moves in the -y direction and the second driving member (220) moves in the +y direction, the size of the opening (251) formed by the plurality of aperture blades (250) may increase.

[0205] Figure 12 is an exploded perspective view of an aperture assembly according to one embodiment.

[0206] The configuration of Fig. 12 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0207] Referring to FIG. 12, an aperture assembly (200) according to one embodiment may include a base (230), a rotator (240), and a plurality of aperture blades (250). However, the configuration of the aperture assembly (200) is not limited to the configuration described above. For example, the aperture assembly (200) may omit at least one of the configurations described above, or may further include at least one other configuration. For example, the aperture assembly (200) may further include an aperture cover (260). In one example, the configuration described above may be included in another configuration.

[0208] According to one embodiment, the base (230) may have a circular shape. For example, the base (230) may have a ring shape. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the base (230) may have various shapes corresponding to the rotator (240).

[0209] According to one embodiment, the base (230) may include a plurality of first stoppers (231). In one example, the plurality of first stoppers (231) may be formed to protrude in a direction toward the rotator (240) (e.g., +z direction). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the plurality of first stoppers (231) may have various shapes that limit the rotational range of the rotator (240).

[0210] According to one embodiment, the base (230) may include a plurality of second stoppers (232). In one example, the plurality of second stoppers (232) may be formed to protrude in a direction toward the inside of the base (230). For example, the plurality of second stoppers (232) may protrude from the inside of the base (230). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the plurality of second stoppers (232) may have various shapes that limit the rotational range of the rotator (240).

[0211] According to one embodiment, the base (230) may include a plurality of connecting portions (233). Through the plurality of connecting portions (233), the base (230) may be connected to a plurality of aperture blades (250). In one example, the plurality of connecting portions (233) may be formed to protrude in a direction toward the aperture blades (250) (e.g., +z direction). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0212] According to one embodiment, the rotator (240) may be connected to the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220). In one example, the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) may overlap with respect to the rotator (240). In one example, the first driving member (210) and the first driving member (220) may be arranged at positions corresponding to each other with respect to the rotator (240). For example, the position at which the rotator (240) and the first driving member (210) are connected may face the position at which the rotator (240) and the second driving member (220) are connected. For example, the position at which the rotator (240) and the first driving member (210) are connected may overlap with the position at which the rotator (240) and the second driving member (220) are connected. In one example, the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) may be symmetrical with respect to the rotator (240).

[0213] According to one embodiment, the rotator (240) may include at least one of a plurality of first protrusions (241) or a plurality of second protrusions (242). In one example, the plurality of first protrusions (241) may be arranged on an outer edge of the rotator (240). The plurality of second protrusions (242) may be arranged on an inner edge of the rotator (240).

[0214] According to one embodiment, at least one of the plurality of first protrusions (241) or the plurality of second protrusions (242) may be formed to protrude in a direction toward the plurality of aperture blades (250) (or, in a direction toward the aperture cover (260). In one example, the height of the plurality of first protrusions (241) may be substantially the same as the height of the plurality of second protrusions (242). However, this is not limited thereto. For example, the height of the plurality of first protrusions (241) may be greater than or equal to the height of the plurality of second protrusions (242).

[0215] According to one embodiment, the first protrusions (241) and the second protrusions (242) may be arranged alternately. For example, the second protrusions (242) may be arranged between a plurality of first protrusions (241). The first protrusions (241) may be arranged between a plurality of second protrusions (242).

[0216] According to one embodiment, the shapes of the plurality of first protrusions (241) may be different from the shapes of the plurality of second protrusions (242). For example, the plurality of first protrusions (241) may have a square pillar shape, and the plurality of second protrusions (242) may have a cylindrical shape. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0217] According to one embodiment, the number of the plurality of first protrusions (241) and the number of the plurality of second protrusions (242) are not limited to those illustrated in FIG. 12. For example, the rotator (240) may omit at least one first protrusion or may further include at least one first protrusion. For example, the rotator (240) may omit at least one second protrusion or may further include at least one second protrusion. In one embodiment, the number of the plurality of second protrusions (242) may be equal to the number of the plurality of aperture blades (250). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0218] According to one embodiment, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may have a shape that is curved so as to face in a direction opposite to the direction toward the opening (251). For example, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may include a curved portion having a concave shape forming the opening (251), and a curved portion having a convex shape opposite to the curved portion having the concave shape.

[0219] According to one embodiment, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may include a plurality of first holes (252). The plurality of first holes (252) may be formed at one end of the plurality of aperture blades (250). In one example, the plurality of first holes (252) may be formed close to one end of the plurality of aperture blades (250). In one example, the shape of the plurality of first holes (252) may correspond to the shape of the connecting portion (233).

[0220] According to one embodiment, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may include slits (253). The rotation angle and / or degree of rotation of the plurality of aperture blades (250) may be determined by the shape of the slits (253). In one example, the slits (253) may have a shape corresponding to the shape of the plurality of aperture blades (250). For example, the slits (253) may have a shape that is bent in the opposite direction toward the opening (251).

[0221] According to one embodiment, the slit (253) may be formed at a position adjacent to one end of the plurality of aperture blades (250). For example, the slit (253) may be formed at a position adjacent to the plurality of first holes (252). The plurality of first holes (252) may be positioned closer to one end of the plurality of aperture blades (250) than the slit (253). In one example, the one end of the plurality of aperture blades (250) may be positioned further from the opening (251) than the other end of the plurality of aperture blades (250).

[0222] According to one embodiment, the aperture cover (260) may have a circular shape. For example, the aperture cover (260) may have a ring shape. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the aperture cover (260) may have various shapes that at least partially cover the plurality of aperture blades (250).

[0223] According to one embodiment, the aperture cover (260) may include at least one of a plurality of second holes (261), a plurality of third holes (262), or a plurality of fourth holes (263). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the aperture cover (260) may omit at least one of the above-described plurality of holes, or may further include at least one hole. According to one embodiment, the plurality of second holes (261) may have a shape corresponding to the plurality of connecting portions (233).

[0224] According to one embodiment, a plurality of aperture blades (250) and a rotator (240) may be disposed between the base (230) and the aperture cover (260). The plurality of aperture blades (250) may be disposed between the rotator (240) and the aperture cover (260). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, at least one component may be disposed inside another component. For example, the rotator (240) may be disposed inside the base (230).

[0225] FIG. 13 is a perspective view of a rotator disposed on a base according to one embodiment.

[0226] The configuration of Fig. 13 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those in other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0227] Referring to FIG. 13, the rotator (240) and the base (230) can be coupled. For example, the outer side of the rotator (240) can face the inner side of the base (230). For example, the outer side of the rotator (240) can face the inner side of the base (230).

[0228] According to one embodiment, the rotational range of the rotator (240) may be limited by the base (230). For example, the movement range of the plurality of first protrusions (241) may be limited by at least one of the plurality of first stoppers (231) or the plurality of second stoppers (232). For example, the plurality of first protrusions (241) may be arranged between the plurality of first stoppers (231) and the plurality of second stoppers (232). In one example, the plurality of second protrusions (241) may move by the distance between the plurality of first stoppers (231) and the plurality of second stoppers (232). The rotator (240) may rotate by the distance between the plurality of first stoppers (231) and the plurality of second stoppers (232). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0229] FIG. 14 is a perspective view of a plurality of aperture blades combined with a base and a rotator according to one embodiment.

[0230] The configuration of Fig. 14 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0231] Referring to FIG. 14, a plurality of aperture blades (250) may be arranged on the base (230) and the rotator (240). For example, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may be arranged to at least partially cover the base (230) and the rotator (240).

[0232] According to one embodiment, a plurality of aperture blades (250) may be coupled to a base (230) by a coupling portion (233). For example, a plurality of aperture blades (250) may be coupled to a base (230) by a coupling portion (233) so as to be rotatable about the base (230). In one example, one end of a plurality of aperture blades (250) may be coupled to a base (230) by a coupling portion (233).

[0233] According to one embodiment, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may be arranged to rotate about the coupling portion (233) as a rotational axis. In one example, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may be arranged to rotate in the direction in which the rotator (240) rotates about the coupling portion (233) as a rotational axis. For example, as the rotator (240) rotates clockwise, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may rotate clockwise about the coupling portion (233) as a rotational axis. For example, as the rotator (240) rotates counterclockwise, the plurality of aperture blades (250) may rotate counterclockwise about the coupling portion (233) as a rotational axis.

[0234] According to one embodiment, a plurality of second protrusions (242) of the rotator (240) may be coupled with a plurality of aperture blades (250). For example, the plurality of second protrusions (242) may at least partially penetrate the slit (253). For example, the plurality of second protrusions (242) may be inserted into the slit (253).

[0235] According to one embodiment, as the rotator (240) rotates, the plurality of second protrusions (242) can be guided along the slits (253). For example, as the rotator (240) rotates, the plurality of second protrusions (242) can move along the slits (253) while being inserted into the slits (253). For example, as the rotator (240) rotates, the plurality of second protrusions (242) can rotate along the slits (253) while being inserted into the slits (253).

[0236] According to one embodiment, the plurality of aperture blades (250) can be arranged to change the size of the opening (251) as the plurality of second protrusions (242) are guided along the slits (253). Referring to FIG. 14, in one example, as the rotator (240) rotates clockwise, the plurality of second protrusions (242) can move along the slits (253), and as the plurality of second protrusions (242) are guided by the slits (253), the plurality of aperture blades can rotate counterclockwise about the coupling portion (233) as the rotational axis. In this case, the size of the opening (251) can increase linearly. In one example, as the rotator (240) rotates counterclockwise, the plurality of second protrusions (242) can move along the slits (253), and as the plurality of second protrusions (242) are guided by the slits (253), the plurality of aperture blades can rotate clockwise about the coupling portion (233) as the rotational axis. In this case, the size of the opening (251) can be linearly reduced.

[0237] However, it is not limited thereto. In one example, as the rotator (240) rotates clockwise, the plurality of second protrusions (242) can move along the slits (253), and as the plurality of second protrusions (242) are guided by the slits (253), the plurality of aperture blades can rotate clockwise about the coupling portion (233) as the rotation axis. In this case, the size of the opening (251) may linearly increase. In one example, as the rotator (240) rotates counterclockwise, the plurality of second protrusions (242) can move along the slits (253), and as the plurality of second protrusions (242) are guided by the slits (253), the plurality of aperture blades can rotate counterclockwise about the coupling portion (233) as the rotation axis. In this case, the size of the opening (251) may linearly decrease.

[0238] FIG. 15 is a perspective view of an aperture assembly with a cover disposed thereon according to one embodiment.

[0239] The configuration of Fig. 15 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0240] Referring to FIG. 15, an aperture cover (260) according to one embodiment may be positioned to cover at least a portion of an aperture assembly. For example, the aperture cover (260) may at least partially cover a plurality of aperture blades (250).

[0241] According to one embodiment, the aperture cover (260) can be coupled with the base (230). For example, the coupling portion (233) of the base (230) can be inserted into the second hole (261) of the aperture cover (260). For example, the coupling portion (233) of the base (230) can be accommodated in the second hole (261) of the aperture cover (260). For example, the coupling portion (233) of the base (230) can be fitted into the second hole (261) of the aperture cover (260). For example, the coupling portion (233) of the base (230) can be fixed inside the second hole (261) of the aperture cover (260).

[0242] According to one embodiment, the aperture cover (260) can be coupled with the rotator (240). For example, a plurality of second protrusions (242) of the rotator (240) can be coupled with the aperture cover (260). For example, the plurality of second protrusions (242) can at least partially penetrate a plurality of third holes (262). For example, the plurality of second protrusions (242) can be inserted into a plurality of third holes (262). For example, the plurality of second protrusions (242) can be accommodated in a plurality of third holes (262).

[0243] According to one embodiment, as the rotator (240) rotates, the plurality of second protrusions (242) may be guided along the plurality of third holes (262). For example, as the rotator (240) rotates, the plurality of second protrusions (242) may be inserted into (or received in) the plurality of third holes (262) and may move along the plurality of third holes (262). For example, as the rotator (240) rotates, the plurality of second protrusions (242) may be inserted into (or received in) the plurality of third holes (262) and may rotate along the plurality of third holes (262).

[0244] According to one embodiment, a plurality of first protrusions (241) of the rotator (240) can be coupled with the aperture cover (260). For example, the plurality of first protrusions (241) can at least partially penetrate the plurality of fourth holes (263). For example, the plurality of first protrusions (241) can be inserted into the plurality of fourth holes (263). For example, the plurality of first protrusions (241) can be accommodated in the plurality of fourth holes (263).

[0245] According to one embodiment, as the rotator (240) rotates, the plurality of first protrusions (241) may be guided along the plurality of fourth holes (263). For example, as the rotator (240) rotates, the plurality of first protrusions (241) may move along the plurality of fourth holes (263) while being inserted into (or received in) the plurality of fourth holes (263). For example, as the rotator (240) rotates, the plurality of first protrusions (241) may rotate along the plurality of fourth holes (263) while being inserted into (or received in) the plurality of fourth holes (263).

[0246] FIG. 16 is a drawing for explaining a first connecting portion connected to a rotator according to one embodiment.

[0247] The configuration of Fig. 16 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0248] Referring to FIG. 16, a first driving member (210) according to one embodiment may include a first body (311) that accommodates a first OIS magnet (e.g., the first OIS magnet (211) of FIG. 1), and a first connecting portion (312) extending from the first body (311). The first connecting portion (312) may extend from the first body (311) in a direction toward the rotator (240). In one example, the first connecting portion (312) may protrude from the first body (311) in a direction toward the rotator (240).

[0249] According to one embodiment, the rotator (240) may be connected to the first connection portion (312). For example, the rotator (240) may be coupled to the first connection portion (312). For example, the rotator (240) may be coupled to the first connection portion (312) so as to be rotatable with respect to the first connection portion (312).

[0250] According to one embodiment, the rotator (240) may include a third connecting portion (341) connected to the first driving member (210). In one example, the third connecting portion (341) may be rotatably connected to the first connecting portion (312) of the first driving member (210). For example, the third connecting portion (341) may include a first pin (342) rotatably coupled to the first connecting portion (312). In one example, the first pin (342) may have a cylindrical shape. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0251] According to one embodiment, the first connecting portion (312) may include a first groove (313) that accommodates a first pin (342). For example, the first pin (342) may be positioned within the first groove (313). For example, the first pin (342) may be inserted into the first groove (313).

[0252] According to one embodiment, the inner side of the first groove (313) can be in contact with the outer side of the first pin (342). For example, the first pin (342) can rotate while in contact with the inner side of the first groove (313). For example, as the first driving member (210) moves in the first direction, the first pin (342) can rotate while in contact with the inner side of the first groove (313), and the rotator (240) can rotate.

[0253] Although not shown in FIG. 16, the description of the first driving member (210) may refer to the description of the second driving member (e.g., the second driving member (220) of FIG. 1). Although not shown in FIG. 16, the description of the opposite side of the rotator (240) connected to the second driving member (220) may refer to the description of the rotator (240) connected to the first driving member (210). For example, the second driving member may include a second body (e.g., the second body (321) of FIG. 17) and a second connecting portion extending from the second body (e.g., the second connecting portion (322) of FIG. 17). For example, the second connecting portion may include a second groove. For example, the rotator (240) may include a fourth connecting portion coupled with the second connecting portion. For example, the fourth connecting portion may include a second pin.

[0254] According to one embodiment, as the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in different directions (e.g., opposite directions), the first pin (342) can rotate while in contact with the inner side of the first groove (313), and the second pin can rotate in the same direction as the rotational direction of the first pin (342) while in contact with the inner side of the second groove. Accordingly, the rotator (240) can rotate in the rotational direction.

[0255] FIG. 17 is a drawing for explaining a first position sensor and a second position sensor according to one embodiment.

[0256] The configuration of Fig. 17 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0257] According to one embodiment, a camera device (e.g., camera device (100) of FIG. 1) may include at least one position sensor (e.g., first position sensor (271) and / or second position sensor (272)). For example, the OIS drive unit may include at least one position sensor. In one example, the position sensor may include a hall sensor. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. According to one embodiment, a camera device (e.g., a camera device (100) of FIG. 1) may include a sensor for detecting movement (rotation) of at least one magnetic body (e.g., position in the x-axis, y-axis, and z-axis directions). For example, the position sensor may include a TMR (tunnel magneto-resistance) sensor, and the movement (rotation) of the magnetic body may be detected using a resistance value that changes based on a relative angle of a plurality of magnetic bodies of the TMR sensor. In addition, the camera device may include at least one of an anisotropic magneto-resistance (AMR) sensor or a giant magneto-resistance (GMR) sensor. In one example, a first position sensor (271) may be arranged between a plurality of first OIS coils (212, 213), and a second position sensor (272) may be arranged between a plurality of second OIS coils (222, 223). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, a camera device may include one When including a first OIS coil and one second OIS coil, a first position sensor (271) may be disposed at the center of the first OIS coil, and a second position sensor (272) may be disposed at the center of the second OIS coil. In one example, a first driver IC at the center of the first OIS coil may include a first position sensor (271). A second driver IC at the center of the second OIS coil may include a second position sensor (272). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0258] According to one embodiment, the first position sensor (271) may be configured to detect a first position of the first OIS magnet (211). The second position sensor (272) may be configured to detect a second position of the second OIS magnet (221).

[0259] According to one embodiment, a camera device (e.g., the camera device (100) of FIG. 1) may include at least one driving circuit (e.g., at least one driver IC). The at least one driving circuit may control a current applied to a first OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of first OIS coils (212, 213)) based on a first position of a first OIS magnet (211) detected through a first position sensor (271). The at least one driving circuit may control a current applied to a second OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of second OIS coils (222, 223)) based on a second position of a second OIS magnet (221) detected through a second position sensor (272). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the at least one drive circuit may be configured to control a current applied to a first OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of first OIS coils (212, 213)) based on the first position and the second position, and to control a current applied to a second OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of second OIS coils (222, 223)) based on the first position and the second position.

[0260] In one embodiment, the at least one driving circuit (e.g., at least one driver IC) may include a first driving circuit (e.g., a first driver IC) configured to control a current applied to the first OIS coil based on at least one of the first position or the second position, and a second driving circuit (e.g., a second driver IC) configured to control a current applied to the second OIS coil based on at least one of the first position or the second position.

[0261] In one embodiment, the first position sensor (271) can detect the displacement of the first driving member (210) through the position of the first OIS magnet (211) moving together with the first driving member (210). The second position sensor (272) can detect the displacement of the second driving member (220) through the position of the second OIS magnet (221) moving together with the second driving member (220). In one example, the first position sensor (271) and the second position sensor (272) can detect the displacement of the OIS carrier (e.g., the first carrier) through the position of the first OIS magnet (211) moving together with the first driving member (210) and the position of the second OIS magnet (221) moving together with the second driving member (220).

[0262] According to one embodiment, the first position sensor (271) can detect the position of the first OIS magnet (211) relative to the position sensor by interacting with the first OIS magnet (211) facing the first position sensor (271). For example, the first position sensor (271) can detect the first position of the first OIS magnet (211) by measuring a change in a magnetic field formed by the first OIS magnet (211).

[0263] According to one embodiment, the second position sensor (272) can detect the position of the second OIS magnet (221) relative to the position sensor by interacting with the second OIS magnet (221) facing the second position sensor (272). For example, the second position sensor (272) can detect the second position of the second OIS magnet (221) by measuring a change in a magnetic field formed by the second OIS magnet (221).

[0264] In one embodiment, the at least one driving circuit may control a current applied to at least one of the first OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of first OIS coils (212, 213)) or the second OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of second OIS coils (222, 223)) to change the size of the opening (e.g., the opening (251) of FIG. 15) based on a comparison of the first position and the second position. For example, the at least one driving circuit may control a current applied to at least one of the first OIS coil or the second OIS coil to change the size of the opening based on a difference value between the first position and the second position. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0265] In one embodiment, the at least one drive circuit may control a current applied to at least one of a first OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of first OIS coils (212, 213)) or a second OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of second OIS coils (222, 223)) to perform an OIS operation in a first direction based on a comparison of the first position and the second position. For example, the at least one drive circuit may control a current applied to at least one of the first OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of first OIS coils (212, 213)) or a second OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of second OIS coils (222, 223)) to cause an OIS carrier (e.g., a first carrier) to transport the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in the first direction based on an average value of the first position and the second position. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0266] According to one embodiment, the rotator (240) may include a third connection (341) connected to the first driving member (210) and a fourth connection (343) connected to the second driving member (220). In one example, the third connection (341) may be rotatably connected to the first connection (312) of the first driving member (210). The fourth connection (343) may be rotatably connected to the second connection (322) of the second driving member (220).

[0267] According to one embodiment, the first body (311) of the first driving member (210) can move in the first direction by a first direction force acting on the first OIS magnet due to a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the first OIS coil. As the first body (311) moves in the first direction, the first connecting portion (312) can move in the first direction.

[0268] According to one embodiment, the second body (321) of the second driving member (220) can move in the first direction due to a first direction force acting on the second OIS magnet by a magnetic field generated by a current flowing in the second OIS coil. As the second body (321) moves in the first direction, the second connecting portion (322) can move in the first direction.

[0269] According to one embodiment, as the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in different directions (e.g., opposite directions), the first pin (342) of the rotator (240) can rotate in a first rotational direction (e.g., clockwise) or a second rotational direction (e.g., counterclockwise) while in contact with the first groove (313) of the first connecting portion (312). As the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in different directions (e.g., opposite directions), the second pin (344) of the rotator (240) can rotate in a first rotational direction (e.g., clockwise) or a second rotational direction (e.g., counterclockwise) while in contact with the second groove (323) of the second connecting portion (322). As the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in different directions (e.g., opposite directions), the first pin (324) and the second pin (344) can rotate in the same rotational direction. Accordingly, the rotator (240) can rotate in the first rotational direction or the second rotational direction.

[0270] According to one embodiment, as the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in the same direction, the first pin (342) of the rotator (240) may not rotate while in contact with the first groove (313) of the first connecting portion (312). For example, the first pin (342) may be fixed while in contact with the first groove (313). As the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move in the same direction, the second pin (344) of the rotator (240) may not rotate while in contact with the second groove (323) of the second connecting portion (322). For example, the second pin (344) may be fixed while in contact with the second groove (323). Therefore, the rotator (240) may not rotate. For example, the rotator (240) can be moved in the first direction together with the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) in a non-rotating state.

[0271] According to one embodiment, at least one of the first OIS magnet (211) or the second OIS magnet (221) may have multiple polarities. For example, at least one of the first OIS magnet (211) or the second OIS magnet (221) may include at least one N pole and at least one S pole. For example, referring to FIG. 17, the first OIS magnet (211) and the second OIS magnet (221) may each include four N poles and four S poles. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, at least one of the first OIS magnet (211) or the second OIS magnet (221) may omit or further include at least one of the at least one N pole or the at least one S pole.

[0272] According to one embodiment, at least one of the first OIS magnet (211) or the second OIS magnet (221) may include a plurality of magnets. For example, the first OIS magnet (211) and the second OIS magnet (221) may include a plurality of magnets arranged along a first direction. For example, referring to FIG. 17, the first OIS magnet (211) and the second OIS magnet (221) may each include four magnets arranged along the first direction. According to one embodiment, the plurality of magnets included in the first OIS magnet (211) and the plurality of magnets included in the second OIS magnet (221) may be arranged to sequentially face opposite directions along the first direction. For example, a plurality of magnets included in the first OIS magnet (211) and a plurality of magnets included in the second OIS magnet (221) may be sequentially arranged along the first direction with the N pole and the S pole facing in opposite directions. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0273] According to one embodiment, the polarity arrangement of the first OIS magnet (211) may be symmetrical with respect to the polarity arrangement of the second OIS magnet (221) with respect to the rotator (240) when the first OIS magnet (211) and the second OIS magnet (221) are in a corresponding state (e.g., facing each other or overlapping). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0274] FIG. 18 is a drawing for explaining an operation of compensating for at least one of a distance gap between a rotator and a first connector or a distance gap between a rotator and a second connector according to one embodiment.

[0275] The configuration of Fig. 18 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0276] According to one embodiment, at least one drive circuit (e.g., at least one drive circuit of FIG. 17) can be configured to control a current applied to at least one of the first OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of first OIS coils (212, 213) of FIG. 17) or the second OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of second OIS coils (222, 223) of FIG. 17) to compensate for a first distance between a rotator (e.g., the rotator (240) of FIG. 17) and the first connector (312).

[0277] According to one embodiment, at least one drive circuit (e.g., at least one drive circuit of FIG. 17) can be configured to control a current applied to at least one of the first OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of first OIS coils (212, 213) of FIG. 17) or the second OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of second OIS coils (222, 223) of FIG. 17) to compensate for a second distance between the rotator (e.g., the rotator (240) of FIG. 17) and the second connector (322).

[0278] According to one embodiment, at least one drive circuit (e.g., at least one drive circuit of FIG. 17) can be configured to control a current applied to at least one of the first OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of first OIS coils (212, 213) of FIG. 17) or the second OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of second OIS coils (222, 223) of FIG. 17) to compensate for a first distance between the rotator (e.g., the rotator (240) of FIG. 17) and the first connector (312) and a second distance between the rotator and the second connector (322).

[0279] In one example, the first distance may include a distance between a first pin (342) of the rotator and a first groove (313) of the first connecting portion (312). In one example, the first distance may include a distance separated due to a clearance between the first pin (342) of the rotator and the first groove (313) of the first connecting portion (312).

[0280] In one example, the second distance may include a distance between the second pin (344) of the rotator and the second groove (323) of the second connecting portion (322). In one example, the second distance may include a distance separated due to a clearance between the second pin (344) of the rotator and the second groove (323) of the second connecting portion (322).

[0281] According to one embodiment, when the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) are moved to the maximum in a direction away from each other, at least one driving circuit can be configured to control a current applied to at least one of the first OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of first OIS coils (212, 213) of FIG. 17) or the second OIS coil (e.g., at least one of the plurality of second OIS coils (222, 223) of FIG. 17) to compensate for at least one of the first distance or the second distance.

[0282] FIG. 19 is a perspective view of a first driving member according to one embodiment.

[0283] The configuration of Fig. 19 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0284] According to one embodiment, the first driving member (210) may include at least one third protrusion (315). For example, referring to FIG. 19, the first driving member (210) may include a plurality of third protrusions (315). However, the number of the plurality of third protrusions is not limited to that illustrated in FIG. 19. For example, the first driving member (210) may include one third protrusion, or may further include at least one third protrusion.

[0285] According to one embodiment, at least one third protrusion (315) may be disposed on the first body (311) of the first driving member (210). For example, the at least one third protrusion (315) may be disposed on the back surface (314) of the first body (311). For example, the at least one third protrusion (315) may be disposed on a surface facing the -z direction. The at least one third protrusion (315) may protrude from the back surface (314) of the first body (311). For example, the at least one third protrusion (315) may protrude from the back surface (314) in a direction in which the back surface (314) faces (for example, the -z direction). For example, the at least one third protrusion (315) may protrude in a direction that is substantially perpendicular to a first direction in which the first driving member (210) moves (for example, the +y direction or the -y direction). For example, at least one third protrusion (315) may protrude in a direction substantially perpendicular to the direction in which the first OIS magnet (211) disposed on the first body (311) faces (e.g., the +x direction).

[0286] According to one embodiment, at least one third protrusion (315) may be formed on the first driving member (210). For example, at least one third protrusion (315) may be formed integrally with the first driving member (210). For example, at least one third protrusion (315) may be formed integrally with the first body (311).

[0287] Although not illustrated in FIG. 19, the contents of the second driving member (e.g., the second driving member (220) of FIG. 1) according to one embodiment may be referenced to the first driving member (210). For example, the second driving member (220) may include at least one fourth protrusion (not illustrated) (e.g., the fourth protrusion (325) of FIG. 20) protruding in a direction substantially perpendicular to the first direction in which the second driving member (220) moves.

[0288] FIG. 20 is a drawing for explaining a first driving member and a second driving member combined with a second carrier according to one embodiment.

[0289] The configuration of Fig. 20 may be referenced by the configuration of other drawings. For configurations that are identical or substantially identical to those of other drawings, the same terms and / or the same reference numerals are used, and redundant descriptions may be omitted.

[0290] Referring to FIG. 20, the first driving member (210) according to one embodiment may include a plurality of third protrusions (315). The second driving member (220) may include a plurality of fourth protrusions (325). In one embodiment, the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) may protrude so as to face substantially the same direction. For example, the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) may protrude so as to face a third direction that is substantially perpendicular to the first direction in which the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move.

[0291] According to one embodiment, the positions at which the plurality of third protrusions (315) are formed may correspond to the positions at which the plurality of fourth protrusions (325) are formed. For example, when viewing the camera device from a direction facing the side of the camera device, the plurality of third protrusions (315) may at least partially overlap with the plurality of fourth protrusions (325). However, this is not limited thereto.

[0292] According to one embodiment, the plurality of third protrusions (315) and the plurality of fourth protrusions (325) may be arranged longitudinally in a first direction in which the first driving member (210) and the second driving member (220) move. In one example, the plurality of third protrusions (315) may be arranged parallel to each other in the first direction. For example, the plurality of third protrusions (315) may be aligned with each other in the first direction. The plurality of fourth protrusions (325) may be arranged parallel to each other in the first direction. For example, the plurality of fourth protrusions (325) may be aligned in the first direction. In one example, the plurality of third protrusions (315) may be arranged to be substantially parallel to the plurality of fourth protrusions (325).

[0293] According to one embodiment, at least one third protrusion (315) and at least one fourth protrusion (325) may protrude in a direction toward the second carrier (130). In one example, when the first carrier (120) is disposed on the second carrier (130), at least one third protrusion (315) and at least one fourth protrusion (325) may be disposed to at least partially penetrate the second carrier (130). For example, at least one third protrusion (315) and at least one fourth protrusion (325) may be at least partially accommodated within the second carrier (130).

[0294] According to one embodiment, the second carrier (130) may include at least one first opening (331) that accommodates at least one third protrusion (315). In one example, the at least one first opening (331) may have a shape corresponding to the at least one third protrusion (315). For example, the at least one first opening (331) may be formed with the first direction as the longitudinal direction. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the shape of the at least one first opening (331) may vary depending on the shape of the at least one third protrusion (315).

[0295] According to one embodiment, at least one third protrusion (315) can be accommodated in at least one first opening (331). For example, at least one third protrusion (315) can at least partially penetrate at least one first opening (331). At least one third protrusion (315) can move while being accommodated in at least one first opening (331). For example, when the first driving member (210) moves in the first direction, at least one third protrusion (315) can be guided while being accommodated in at least one first opening (331).

[0296] According to one embodiment, the length of at least one first opening (331) in the first direction may be greater than the length of at least one third protrusion (315) in the first direction. In one example, the open area of ​​at least one first opening (331) may be greater than the area of ​​the cross-section of at least one third protrusion (315). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0297] According to one embodiment, at least one third protrusion (315) is accommodated in at least one first opening (331), so that the first driving member (210) may not deviate in a first direction in which the first driving member (210) moves and / or a second direction substantially perpendicular to the first direction (e.g., a +x direction or a -x direction). For example, the at least one third protrusion (315) may limit a range of movement of the first driving member (210) in the first direction.

[0298] According to one embodiment, the second carrier (130) may include at least one second opening (332) that accommodates at least one fourth protrusion (325). In one example, the at least one second opening (332) may have a shape corresponding to the at least one fourth protrusion (325). For example, the at least one second opening (332) may be formed with the first direction as the longitudinal direction. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the shape of the at least one second opening (332) may vary depending on the shape of the at least one fourth protrusion (325).

[0299] According to one embodiment, at least one fourth protrusion (325) can be received in at least one second opening (332). For example, at least one fourth protrusion (325) can at least partially penetrate at least one second opening (332). At least one fourth protrusion (325) can move while being received in at least one second opening (332). For example, when the second driving member (220) moves in the first direction, at least one fourth protrusion (325) can be guided while being received in at least one second opening (332).

[0300] According to one embodiment, the length of at least one second opening (332) in the first direction may be greater than the length of at least one fourth protrusion (325) in the first direction. In one example, the open area of ​​at least one second opening (332) may be greater than the area of ​​the cross-section of at least one fourth protrusion (325). However, this is not limited thereto.

[0301] According to one embodiment, the second driving member (220) may not deviate in the first direction in which the second driving member (220) moves and / or in a second direction substantially perpendicular to the first direction (e.g., the +x direction or the -x direction) by receiving at least one fourth protrusion (325) in at least one second opening (332). For example, the at least one fourth protrusion (325) may limit the range of movement of the second driving member (220) in the first direction.

[0302] In the present disclosure, the third direction according to one embodiment may be a direction substantially parallel to the optical axis of the lens. The first direction according to one embodiment may be a direction substantially perpendicular to the optical axis of the lens. The second direction according to one embodiment may be a direction substantially perpendicular to the optical axis of the lens and the first direction.

[0303] The technical problems to be achieved in the present disclosure are not limited to the technical problems mentioned above, and other technical problems not mentioned will be clearly understood by a person having ordinary knowledge in the technical field to which the present disclosure pertains.

[0304] As described above, an electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., the electronic device 401 of FIG. 21) may include a lens assembly including a lens. The electronic device may include an aperture assembly forming an opening through which light passes. The electronic device may include an OIS carrier configured to transport the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in at least one of a first direction or a second direction different from the first direction. The electronic device may include a first driving member connected to the aperture assembly. The first driving member may be arranged to be movable in the first direction on a first side of the OIS carrier. The electronic device may include a second driving member connected to the aperture assembly. The second driving member may be arranged to be movable in the first direction on a second side of the OIS carrier opposite the first side of the OIS carrier. The aperture assembly may be arranged to change the size of the opening as the first driving member and the second driving member move in different directions. The OIS carrier can transport the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in the first direction as the first driving member and the second driving member move in the same direction.

[0305] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a first OIS magnet disposed on the first driving member. The electronic device may include a second OIS magnet disposed on the second driving member. The second OIS magnet may face in an opposite direction to the first OIS magnet. The electronic device may include a first OIS coil disposed to face the first OIS magnet. The electronic device may include a second OIS coil disposed to face the second OIS magnet.

[0306] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a third OIS magnet oriented in a direction substantially perpendicular to the first OIS magnet and the second OIS magnet. The third OIS magnet may be disposed on the OIS carrier. The electronic device may include a third OIS coil disposed to face the third OIS magnet.

[0307] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a first yoke disposed on the first side of the OIS carrier. The first yoke may be disposed to face the first OIS magnet. The electronic device may include a second yoke disposed on the second side of the OIS carrier. The second yoke may be disposed to face the second OIS magnet.

[0308] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include an AF carrier that transports the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in a third direction. The electronic device may include a third yoke disposed on the AF carrier. The third yoke may be disposed to face the first OIS magnet. An attraction force between the first OIS magnet and the first yoke may be greater than an attraction force between the first OIS magnet and the third yoke.

[0309] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a first position sensor configured to detect a first position of the first OIS magnet. The electronic device may include a second position sensor configured to detect a second position of the second OIS magnet. The electronic device may include at least one drive circuit configured to control a current applied to at least one of the first OIS coil or the second OIS coil based on the first position and the second position.

[0310] In one embodiment, the at least one driving circuit may control a current applied to at least one of the first OIS coil or the second OIS coil to change the size of the opening based on a difference value between the first position and the second position. The at least one driving circuit may be configured to control a current applied to at least one of the first OIS coil or the second OIS coil to cause the OIS carrier to transport the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in the first direction based on an average value of the first position and the second position.

[0311] In one embodiment, the aperture assembly may include a rotator arranged to rotate as the first driving member and the second driving member move in opposite directions. The first driving member may include a first connector connected to the rotator. The second driving member may include a second connector connected to the rotator. The at least one driving circuit may be configured to control a current applied to at least one of the first OIS coil or the second OIS coil to compensate for at least one of a first distance between the rotator and the first connector or a second distance between the rotator and the second connector.

[0312] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a plurality of first spheres movably arranged between the first driving member and the OIS carrier. The plurality of first spheres may enable movement of the first driving member. The electronic device may include a plurality of second spheres movably arranged between the second driving member and the second OIS carrier. The plurality of second spheres may enable movement of the second driving member. The OIS carrier may include a plurality of first guide portions guiding the plurality of first spheres to move along the first side of the OIS carrier in the first direction. The OIS carrier may include a plurality of second guide portions guiding the plurality of second spheres to move along the second side of the OIS carrier in the first direction.

[0313] In one embodiment, the aperture assembly may include a base. The aperture assembly may include a rotator connected to the first driving member and the second driving member. The rotator may be arranged to rotate about the base as the first driving member and the second driving member move in opposite directions. The aperture assembly may include a plurality of aperture blades arranged to change the size of the opening as the rotator rotates.

[0314] In one embodiment, the base may include a coupling portion coupled to one end of the plurality of aperture blades. The plurality of aperture blades may be arranged to rotate in the direction in which the rotator rotates, with the coupling portion serving as a rotational axis, as the rotator rotates.

[0315] In one embodiment, the rotator may include a plurality of protrusions. The plurality of aperture blades may be arranged so as to change the size of the opening as the plurality of protrusions are guided along slits formed in the plurality of aperture blades when the rotator rotates.

[0316] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include an AF carrier that transports the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in a third direction. The electronic device may include an AF magnet disposed on the AF carrier. The electronic device may include an AF coil disposed to face the AF magnet.

[0317] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a plurality of third spheres movably arranged between the OIS carrier and the AF carrier. The plurality of third spheres may enable movement of the OIS carrier. The AF carrier may include a plurality of third guide portions that guide the plurality of third spheres to move in at least one of the first direction or the second direction.

[0318] In one embodiment, the third direction may include a direction substantially parallel to the optical axis of the lens. The first direction may include a direction substantially perpendicular to the optical axis of the lens. The second direction may include a direction substantially perpendicular to the optical axis and the first direction.

[0319] In one embodiment, the OIS carrier may include a first carrier that transports the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in the first direction. The OIS carrier may include a second carrier that transports the first carrier in a second direction different from the first direction.

[0320] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a plurality of fourth spheres movably arranged between the first carrier and the second carrier. The plurality of fourth spheres may enable movement of the first carrier. At least one of the first carrier or the second carrier may include a plurality of fourth guide portions guiding the plurality of fourth spheres to move in the first direction.

[0321] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may include a first OIS magnet disposed on the first driving member. The electronic device may include a second OIS magnet disposed on the second driving member. The second OIS magnet may face in an opposite direction to the first OIS magnet. The electronic device may include a third OIS magnet oriented in a direction substantially perpendicular to the first OIS magnet and the second OIS magnet. The third OIS magnet may be disposed on the second carrier.

[0322] As described above, a camera device according to an embodiment (e.g., camera device (100) of FIG. 1) may include a lens assembly including a lens. The camera device may include an aperture assembly forming an opening through which light passes. The aperture assembly may be aligned along an optical axis of the lens. The camera device may include an OIS carrier that transports the lens assembly and the aperture assembly on a plane substantially perpendicular to the optical axis. The camera device may include a first driving member connected to the aperture assembly. The first driving member may be movably arranged along a first side of the OIS carrier. The camera device may include a second driving member connected to the aperture assembly. The second driving member may be movably arranged along a second side of the OIS carrier opposite the first side of the OIS carrier. The camera device may include a first OIS magnet disposed on the first driving member. The camera device may include a second OIS magnet disposed on the second driving member. The second OIS magnet may face in an opposite direction to the first OIS magnet. The camera device may include a first OIS coil disposed to face the first OIS magnet. The camera device may include a second OIS coil disposed to face the second OIS magnet. The aperture assembly may be arranged to change the size of the opening as at least a portion of the aperture assembly rotates when the first driving member and the second driving member move in different directions. The OIS carrier may transport the lens assembly and the aperture assembly on a plane substantially perpendicular to the optical axis when the first driving member and the second driving member move in the same direction.

[0323] According to one embodiment, the camera device may include a third OIS magnet oriented in a direction substantially perpendicular to the first OIS magnet and the second OIS magnet. The third OIS magnet may be disposed on the OIS carrier. The camera device may include a third OIS coil disposed to face the third OIS magnet.

[0324] In one embodiment, the aperture assembly may include a base. The aperture assembly may include a rotator connected to the first driving member and the second driving member. The rotator may be arranged to rotate about the base as the second driving member and the second driving member move in opposite directions. The aperture assembly may include a plurality of aperture blades arranged to change the size of the opening as the rotator rotates.

[0325] The effects that can be obtained from the present disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects that are not mentioned will be clearly understood by a person having ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure pertains.

[0326] Below, with reference to FIGS. 21 and 22, we specify and expand upon devices to which various embodiments disclosed in this document can be applied or expanded.

[0327] FIG. 21 is a block diagram of an electronic device (401) within a network environment (400) according to various embodiments.

[0328] Referring to FIG. 21, in a network environment (400), an electronic device (401) may communicate with an electronic device (402) via a first network (498) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with at least one of an electronic device (404) or a server (408) via a second network (499) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). In one embodiment, the electronic device (401) may communicate with the electronic device (404) via the server (408). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (401) may include a processor (420), a memory (430), an input module (450), an audio output module (455), a display module (460), an audio module (470), a sensor module (476), an interface (477), a connection terminal (478), a haptic module (479), a camera module (480), a power management module (488), a battery (489), a communication module (490), a subscriber identification module (496), or an antenna module (497). In some embodiments, the electronic device (401) may omit at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (478)), or may have one or more other components added. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., the sensor module (476), the camera module (480), or the antenna module (497)) may be integrated into one component (e.g., the display module (460)).

[0329] The processor (420) may, for example, execute software (e.g., a program (440)) to control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (401) connected to the processor (420) and perform various data processing or operations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or operations, the processor (420) may store commands or data received from other components (e.g., a sensor module (476) or a communication module (490)) in a volatile memory (432), process the commands or data stored in the volatile memory (432), and store result data in a non-volatile memory (434). According to one embodiment, the processor (420) may include a main processor (421) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or an auxiliary processor (423) (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 (421). For example, when the electronic device (401) includes the main processor (421) and the auxiliary processor (423), the auxiliary processor (423) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (421) or to be specialized for a given function. The auxiliary processor (423) may be implemented separately from the main processor (421) or as a part thereof.

[0330] The auxiliary processor (423) may control at least a portion of functions or states associated with at least one component (e.g., a display module (460), a sensor module (476), or a communication module (490)) of the electronic device (401), for example, on behalf of the main processor (421) while the main processor (421) is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor (421) while the main processor (421) is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (423) (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 (480) or a communication module (490)). In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (423) (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 (401) itself where the artificial intelligence model is executed, or can be performed through a separate server (e.g., server (408)). 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.

[0331] The memory (430) can store various data used by at least one component (e.g., the processor (420) or the sensor module (476)) of the electronic device (401). The data can include, for example, software (e.g., the program (440)) and input data or output data for commands related thereto. The memory (430) can include a volatile memory (432) or a non-volatile memory (434).

[0332] The program (440) may be stored as software in the memory (430) and may include, for example, an operating system (442), middleware (444), or an application (446).

[0333] The input module (450) can receive commands or data to be used in a component of the electronic device (401) (e.g., a processor (420)) from an external source (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (401). The input module (450) 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).

[0334] The audio output module (455) can output audio signals to the outside of the electronic device (401). The audio output module (455) 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.

[0335] The display module (460) can visually provide information to an external party (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (401). The display module (460) may include, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling the device. In one embodiment, the display module (460) 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.

[0336] The audio module (470) can convert sound into an electrical signal, or vice versa, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module (470) can acquire sound through the input module (450), output sound through the sound output module (455), or an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (402)) (e.g., speaker or headphone) directly or wirelessly connected to the electronic device (401).

[0337] The sensor module (476) can detect the operating status (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device (401) 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 (476) 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.

[0338] The interface (477) may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device (401) with an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (402)). In one embodiment, the interface (477) may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0339] The connection terminal (478) may include a connector through which the electronic device (401) may be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (402)). In one embodiment, the connection terminal (478) may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0340] The haptic module (479) 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 (479) can include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

[0341] The camera module (480) can capture still images and videos. According to one embodiment, the camera module (480) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0342] The power management module (488) can manage the power supplied to the electronic device (401). According to one embodiment, the power management module (488) can be implemented as, for example, at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0343] A battery (489) may power at least one component of the electronic device (401). In one embodiment, the battery (489) may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0344] The communication module (490) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (401) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (402), electronic device (404), or server (408)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (490) may operate independently from the processor (420) (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 (490) may include a wireless communication module (492) (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 (494) (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Any of these communication modules may communicate with an external electronic device (404) via a first network (498) (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network (499) (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 may 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 (492) may use subscriber information (e.g., an international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (496) to verify or authenticate the electronic device (401) within a communication network such as the first network (498) or the second network (499).

[0345] The wireless communication module (492) 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 (492) can support, for example, a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave band) to achieve a high data transmission rate. The wireless communication module (492) may 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 (492) may support various requirements specified in the electronic device (401), an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (404)), or a network system (e.g., the second network (499)). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module (492) can support a peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for realizing eMBB, a loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for realizing mMTC, 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 realizing URLLC.

[0346] The antenna module (497) 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 (497) 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 (497) 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 (498) or the second network (499), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, for example, by the communication module (490). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (490) and an external electronic device via the at least one selected antenna. In some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (497).

[0347] According to various embodiments, the antenna module (497) 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.

[0348] 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)).

[0349] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (401) and an external electronic device (404) via a server (408) connected to a second network (499). Each of the external electronic devices (402, or 1404) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (401). According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations executed in the electronic device (401) may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices (402, 1404, or 1408). For example, when the electronic device (401) is to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (401) 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 (401). The electronic device (401) 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 (401) may provide an ultra-low latency service by using distributed computing or mobile edge computing, for example. In one embodiment, the external electronic device (404) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (408) may be an intelligent server utilizing machine learning and / or a neural network. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device (404) or the server (408) may be included in the second network (499).The electronic device (401) 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.

[0350] 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.

[0351] 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.

[0352] 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).

[0353] Various embodiments of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., a program (440)) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., an internal memory (436) or an external memory (438)) readable by a machine (e.g., an electronic device (401)). For example, a processor (e.g., a processor (420)) of the machine (e.g., an electronic device (401)) 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.

[0354] According to one embodiment, the method according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may be provided as a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded between sellers and buyers as a product. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a device-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)) or may be provided through an application store (e.g., Play Store). TM ) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones), online distribution (e.g., downloading or uploading). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be at least temporarily stored or temporarily created in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or an intermediary server.

[0355] 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.

[0356] FIG. 22 is a block diagram (500) illustrating a camera module (480) (e.g., the camera device (100) of FIG. 1) according to various embodiments.

[0357] Referring to FIG. 22, the camera module (480) may include a lens assembly (510), a flash (520), an image sensor (530), an image stabilizer (540), a memory (550) (e.g., a buffer memory), or an image signal processor (560). The lens assembly (510) may collect light emitted from a subject that is a target of image capturing. The lens assembly (510) may include one or more lenses. According to one embodiment, the camera module (480) may include a plurality of lens assemblies (510). In this case, the camera module (480) may form, for example, a dual camera, a 360-degree camera, or a spherical camera. Some of the plurality of lens assemblies (510) may have the same lens properties (e.g., angle of view, focal length, autofocus, f-number, or optical zoom), or at least one lens assembly may have one or more lens properties that are different from the lens properties of the other lens assemblies. A lens assembly (510) may include, for example, a wide-angle lens or a telephoto lens.

[0358] The flash (520) can emit light used to enhance light emitted or reflected from a subject. According to one embodiment, the flash (520) can include one or more light-emitting diodes (e.g., red-green-blue (RGB) LED, white LED, infrared LED, or ultraviolet LED), or a xenon lamp. The image sensor (530) can acquire an image corresponding to the subject by converting light emitted or reflected from the subject and transmitted through the lens assembly (510) into an electrical signal. According to one embodiment, the image sensor (530) can include one image sensor selected from among image sensors having different properties, such as an RGB sensor, a black and white (BW) sensor, an IR sensor, or a UV sensor, a plurality of image sensors having the same property, or a plurality of image sensors having different properties. Each image sensor included in the image sensor (530) can be implemented using, for example, a CCD (charged coupled device) sensor or a CMOS (complementary metal oxide semiconductor) sensor.

[0359] The image stabilizer (540) can move at least one lens or image sensor (530) included in the lens assembly (510) in a specific direction or control the operating characteristics of the image sensor (530) (e.g., adjust the read-out timing) in response to movement of the camera module (480) or the electronic device including the same (e.g., the electronic device (401) of FIG. 21). This allows compensating for at least some of the negative effects of the movement on the captured image. In one embodiment, the image stabilizer (540) can detect such movement of the camera module (480) or the electronic device (401) by using a gyro sensor (not shown) or an acceleration sensor (not shown) disposed inside or outside the camera module (480). According to one embodiment, the image stabilizer (540) may be implemented as, for example, an optical image stabilizer. The memory (550) may temporarily store at least a portion of the image acquired through the image sensor (530) for the next image processing task. For example, when image acquisition is delayed due to a shutter, or when multiple images are acquired at high speed, the acquired original image (e.g., a Bayer-patterned image or a high-resolution image) may be stored in the memory (550), and a corresponding copy image (e.g., a low-resolution image) may be previewed through the display module (460). Thereafter, when a specified condition is satisfied (e.g., a user input or a system command), at least a portion of the original image stored in the memory (550) may be acquired and processed by, for example, the image signal processor (560). According to one embodiment, the memory (550) may be configured as at least a portion of the memory (430) or as a separate memory that operates independently therefrom.

[0360] The image signal processor (560) can perform one or more image processing operations on an image acquired through an image sensor (530) or an image stored in a memory (550). The one or more image processing operations may include, for example, depth map generation, 3D modeling, panorama generation, feature extraction, image synthesis, or image compensation (e.g., noise reduction, resolution adjustment, brightness adjustment, blurring, sharpening, or softening). Additionally or alternatively, the image signal processor (560) may perform control (e.g., exposure time control, or read-out timing control) on at least one of the components included in the camera module (480) (e.g., image sensor (530)). An image processed by the image signal processor (560) may be stored back in the memory (550) for further processing or provided to an external component of the camera module (480) (e.g., memory (430), display module (460), electronic device (402), electronic device (404), or server (408) of FIG. 21). In one embodiment, the image signal processor (560) may be configured to: It may be configured as at least a part of the processor (420) of 21, or may be configured as a separate processor that operates independently of the processor (420). If the image signal processor (560) is configured as a separate processor from the processor (420), at least one image processed by the image signal processor (560) may be displayed through the display module (460) by the processor (420) as is or after undergoing additional image processing.

[0361] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (401) may include a plurality of camera modules (480), each having different properties or functions. In this case, for example, at least one of the plurality of camera modules (480) may be a wide-angle camera, and at least another may be a telephoto camera. Similarly, at least one of the plurality of camera modules (480) may be a front camera, and at least another may be a rear camera.

[0362] The methods according to the embodiments described in the claims or specification of the present disclosure may be implemented in the form of hardware, software, or a combination of hardware and software.

[0363] When implemented in software, a computer-readable storage medium storing one or more programs (software modules) may be provided. The one or more programs stored in the computer-readable storage medium are configured for execution by one or more processors within an electronic device. The one or more programs include instructions that cause the electronic device to execute methods according to embodiments described in the claims or specification of the present disclosure.

[0364] In the present disclosure, the functions or operations performed by the electronic device may be performed by one or more processors executing one or more instructions stored in a memory. The functions or operations of the electronic device mentioned in the present disclosure may be performed by one processor executing one or more instructions, or may be performed by a combination of multiple processors executing one or more instructions. The processor mentioned in the present disclosure may be understood to include circuitry for performing calculations or controlling other components of the electronic device. For example, the one or more processors may include a central processing unit (CPU), a microprocessor unit (MPU), an application processor (AP), a communication processor (CP), a neural processing unit (NPU), a system on a chip (SoC), or an integrated circuit (IC) configured to execute one or more instructions. The one or more processors may be configured to perform the operations of the electronic device described above.

[0365] In the present disclosure, a program (software module, software) may be stored in a non-volatile memory including a random access memory (RAM), a flash memory, a read only memory (ROM), an electrically erasable programmable read only memory (EEPROM), a magnetic disc storage device, a compact disc ROM (CD-ROM), digital versatile discs (DVDs) or other forms of optical storage devices, a magnetic cassette. Or, it may be stored in a memory formed by a combination of some or all of these. The memory may be formed by a single storage medium, or may be formed by a combination of a plurality of storage media. The one or more commands may be stored in a single storage medium, or may be distributed and stored in a plurality of storage media.

[0366] Additionally, the program may be stored on an attachable storage device that is accessible via a communication network such as the Internet, an intranet, a local area network (LAN), a wide LAN (WLAN), or a storage area network (SAN), or a combination thereof. Such a storage device may be connected to a device performing an embodiment of the present disclosure via an external port. Additionally, a separate storage device on the communication network may be connected to a device performing an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0367] In the specific embodiments of the present disclosure described above, components included in the disclosure are expressed in the singular or plural form, depending on the specific embodiment presented. However, the singular or plural expressions are selected to suit the presented situation for convenience of explanation, and the present disclosure is not limited to singular or plural components. Components expressed in the plural form may be composed of singular elements, or components expressed in the singular form may be composed of plural elements.

[0368] Additionally, in the present disclosure, terms such as “part”, “module”, etc. may refer to a hardware component such as a processor or circuit, and / or a software component executed by a hardware component such as a processor.

[0369] A "component" or "module" may be implemented by a program stored in an addressable storage medium and executed by a processor. For example, a "component" or "module" may be implemented by components such as software components, object-oriented software components, class components, and task components, as well as processes, functions, attributes, procedures, subroutines, segments of program code, drivers, firmware, microcode, circuitry, data, databases, data structures, tables, arrays, and variables.

[0370] The specific implementations described in this disclosure are merely exemplary and do not limit the scope of the present disclosure in any way. For the sake of brevity, descriptions of conventional electronic components, control systems, software, and other functional aspects of the systems may be omitted.

[0371] Additionally, in the present disclosure, “comprising at least one of a, b, or c” may mean “comprising only a, including only b, including only c, or including a combination of two or more (including a and b, including b and c, including a and c, or including all of a, b, and c).

[0372] While the detailed description of this disclosure has described specific embodiments, it should be understood that various modifications are possible without departing from the scope of this disclosure. Therefore, the scope of this disclosure should not be limited to the described embodiments, but should be defined not only by the scope of the claims described below, but also by equivalents thereof.

Claims

1. In electronic devices, A lens assembly comprising a lens; An aperture assembly that forms an opening through which light passes; An OIS carrier for transporting the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in at least one of a first direction and a second direction different from the first direction; A first driving member connected to the aperture assembly and arranged to be movable in the first direction on the first side of the OIS carrier; and a second driving member connected to the aperture assembly and arranged to be movable in the first direction on a second side of the OIS carrier opposite to the first side of the OIS carrier; The aperture assembly is arranged to change the size of the opening as the first driving member and the second driving member move in opposite directions, The OIS carrier transports the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in the first direction as the first driving member and the second driving member move in the same direction. Electronic devices.

2. In claim 1, A first OIS magnet arranged on the first driving member; A second OIS magnet disposed on the second driving member and facing in the opposite direction to the first OIS magnet; A first OIS coil arranged to face the first OIS magnet; and Further comprising a second OIS coil arranged to face the second OIS magnet; Electronic devices.

3. In claim 2, A third OIS magnet oriented in a direction substantially perpendicular to the first OIS magnet and the second OIS magnet and disposed on the OIS carrier; and Further comprising a third OIS coil arranged to face the third OIS magnet; Electronic devices.

4. In claim 2, a first yoke disposed on the first side of the OIS carrier and facing the first OIS magnet; and A second yoke disposed on the second side of the OIS carrier and facing the second OIS magnet; Electronic devices.

5. In claim 4, An AF carrier that transports the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in a third direction; and Further comprising a third yoke disposed on the AF carrier and facing the first OIS magnet; The suction force between the first OIS magnet and the first yoke is greater than the suction force between the first OIS magnet and the third yoke. Electronic devices.

6. In claim 2, A first position sensor configured to detect a first position of the first OIS magnet; a second position sensor configured to detect a second position of the second OIS magnet; and At least one driving circuit configured to control a current applied to at least one of the first OIS coil or the second OIS coil based on the first position and the second position; Electronic devices.

7. In claim 6, At least one of the above driving circuits, Based on the difference value between the first position and the second position, controlling the current applied to at least one of the first OIS coil or the second OIS coil to change the size of the opening; Based on the average value of the first position and the second position, the OIS carrier is configured to control the current applied to at least one of the first OIS coil or the second OIS coil to transport the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in the first direction. Electronic devices.

8. In claim 6, The aperture assembly includes a rotator arranged to rotate as the first driving member and the second driving member move in opposite directions, The first driving member includes a first connecting portion connected to the rotator, The second driving member includes a second connecting portion connected to the rotator, wherein said at least one drive circuit is configured to control a current applied to at least one of said first OIS coil or said second OIS coil to compensate for at least one of a first distance between said rotator and said first connector or a second distance between said rotator and said second connector, Electronic devices.

9. In claim 1, A plurality of first spheres movably arranged between the first driving member and the OIS carrier, the first spheres enabling movement of the first driving member; and Further comprising a plurality of second spheres movably arranged between the second driving member and the OIS carrier, the second spheres enabling movement of the second driving member; The OIS carrier includes a plurality of first guide portions that guide the plurality of first spheres to move in the first direction along the first side of the OIS carrier, and a plurality of second guide portions that guide the plurality of second spheres to move in the first direction along the second side of the OIS carrier. Electronic devices.

10. In claim 1, the aperture assembly: base; A rotator connected to the first driving member and the second driving member and arranged to rotate about the base as the first driving member and the second driving member move in opposite directions; and a plurality of aperture blades arranged to change the size of the opening as the rotator rotates; Electronic devices.

11. In claim 10, The above base includes a connecting portion connected to one end of the plurality of aperture blades, The above plurality of aperture blades are arranged to rotate in the direction in which the rotator rotates with the coupling portion as the rotation axis as the rotator rotates. Electronic devices.

12. In claim 10, The above rotator comprises a plurality of protrusions, The plurality of aperture blades are arranged so that the size of the opening changes as the plurality of protrusions are guided along the slits formed in the plurality of aperture blades when the rotator rotates. Electronic devices.

13. In claim 1, An AF carrier that transports the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in a third direction; AF magnets arranged on the above AF carrier; and Further comprising an AF coil arranged to face the AF magnet; Electronic devices.

14. In claim 13, Further comprising a plurality of third spheres movably arranged between the OIS carrier and the AF carrier, and enabling movement of the OIS carrier; The AF carrier includes a plurality of third guide portions that guide the plurality of third spheres to move in at least one of the first direction or the second direction. Electronic devices.

15. In claim 1, The OIS carrier includes a first carrier that transports the lens assembly and the aperture assembly in the first direction, and a second carrier that transports the first carrier in a second direction different from the first direction. The electronic device further comprises a plurality of fourth spheres movably arranged between the first carrier and the second carrier, and enabling movement of the first carrier; At least one of the first carrier or the second carrier includes a plurality of fourth guide portions that guide the plurality of fourth spheres to move in the first direction. Electronic devices.

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