Electronic apparatus including antenna module

Abstract

An electronic apparatus according to a disclosed embodiment may include a housing including a side portion including a first conductive portion, a second conductive portion, and a first non-conductive portion disposed between the first conductive portion and the second conductive portion. The electronic apparatus may include a first point of the first conductive portion of the side portion, which is spaced apart from the first non-conductive portion and connected to ground. The electronic apparatus may include a first point of the second conductive portion of the side portion, which is spaced apart from the first non-conductive portion and connected to ground. The electronic apparatus may include a first connection circuit unit connected to a second point of the first conductive portion of the side portion and a second point of the second conductive portion of the side portion. The second point of the first conductive portion may be disposed between the first point of the first conductive portion and the first non-conductive portion. The second point of the second conductive portion may be disposed between the first point of the second conductive portion and the first non-conductive portion. Wireless signals may be transmitted through the first conductive portion and the second conductive portion.

Description

Electronic device including an antenna module

[0001] The present disclosure relates to an electronic device including an antenna module.

[0002] An electronic device with communication capabilities can provide mobile communication services using an antenna. The antenna may be positioned within a portion of the electronic device's housing, either internally and / or externally. The antenna may be formed in a pattern on a printed circuit board (PCB), placed on a carrier in a plate-type form, or formed on a flexible printed circuit board and positioned within the housing. Alternatively, the antenna may utilize a metal structure as a radiator or utilize the metal housing as a radiator.

[0003] The above information may be provided as background art to aid in understanding the present disclosure. No claim or determination is made as to whether any of the above is applicable as prior art in connection with the present disclosure.

[0004] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the disclosure may include a housing including a side portion including a first conductive portion, a second conductive portion, and a first non-conductive portion disposed between the first conductive portion and the second conductive portion. The electronic device may include a first point of the first conductive portion of the side portion, spaced apart from the first non-conductive portion and connected to ground. The electronic device may include a first point of the second conductive portion of the side portion, spaced apart from the first non-conductive portion and connected to ground. The electronic device may include a first connecting circuit connected to a second point of the first conductive portion of the side portion and a second point of the second conductive portion of the side portion. The second point of the first conductive portion may be disposed between the first point of the first conductive portion and the first non-conductive portion. The second point of the second conductive portion may be disposed between the first point of the second conductive portion and the first non-conductive portion. A wireless signal may be transmitted through the first conductive portion and the second conductive portion.

[0005] FIG. 1 is a block diagram illustrating an electronic device within a network environment according to various embodiments.

[0006] FIG. 2 is a drawing illustrating an antenna module disposed on a side of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0007] FIG. 3 is a drawing illustrating an antenna module disposed on two sides of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0008] FIG. 4 is a drawing illustrating an antenna module disposed on three sides of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0009] FIG. 5 is a drawing illustrating an antenna module disposed on three sides of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0010] FIG. 6 is a drawing for explaining the difference between an antenna module of an electronic device and a conventional antenna module according to one embodiment.

[0011] FIG. 7 is a drawing for comparing and explaining the difference in distribution of capacitive coupling elements (CCE) generated in an antenna module of an electronic device and a conventional antenna module according to one embodiment.

[0012] FIG. 8 is a drawing for comparing and explaining the difference between an inductive coupling element (ICE) generated in an antenna module of an electronic device and a conventional antenna module according to one embodiment.

[0013] FIG. 9 is a drawing for comparing and explaining the difference in the distribution of ground current generated in an antenna module of an electronic device and a conventional antenna module according to one embodiment.

[0014] FIG. 10 is a diagram for comparing the efficiency of an antenna module of an electronic device and a conventional antenna module according to one embodiment.

[0015] FIG. 11 is a drawing for explaining the location of a segmented portion and a wireless communication circuit portion of an antenna module of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0016] FIG. 12 is a drawing for explaining an antenna module in which the distances between segments and grounds of an electronic device are designed differently according to one embodiment.

[0017] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing a resonance graph according to distances between segments and grounds of an antenna module of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0018] FIG. 14 is a diagram showing an efficiency graph according to distances between segments and grounds of an antenna module of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0019] FIG. 15 is a drawing illustrating antennas using two side portions of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0020] FIG. 16 is a drawing for explaining an electronic device in which two types of antenna modules are formed together according to one embodiment.

[0021] FIG. 17 is a drawing for explaining an electronic device in which two antenna modules are formed together according to one embodiment.

[0022] FIG. 18 is a drawing for explaining an antenna module in which a capacitive electrical element is selectively coupled by a switching element of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0023] FIG. 19 is a diagram showing S-Parameters according to optionally coupled capacitive electrical elements of an antenna module of an electronic device, according to one embodiment.

[0024] FIG. 20 is a drawing for explaining an antenna module having a switching element arranged between a segment and a ground portion of an electronic device, optionally connecting a ground and / or electrical element, according to one embodiment.

[0025] FIG. 21 is a diagram showing resonant frequencies according to electrical elements selectively connected between segments and grounds of an antenna module of an electronic device, according to one embodiment.

[0026] FIG. 22 is a diagram showing resonant frequencies according to electrical elements selectively connected between segments and grounds of an antenna module of an electronic device, according to one embodiment.

[0027] FIG. 23 is a drawing for explaining an antenna module of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0028] FIG. 24 is a drawing for explaining an antenna module of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0029] FIG. 25 is a drawing for explaining an antenna module of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0030] FIG. 26 is a drawing for explaining an antenna module of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0031] FIG. 27 is a drawing for explaining an antenna module of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0032] FIG. 28 is a drawing for explaining an antenna module of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0033] FIG. 29 is a drawing for explaining an antenna module of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0034] FIG. 30 is a drawing for explaining an antenna module of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0035] FIG. 31 is a drawing for explaining an antenna module of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0036] FIG. 32 is a drawing for explaining an antenna disposed on a side of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0037] FIG. 33 is a drawing for explaining a graph showing the radiation efficiency by frequency of an antenna according to one embodiment.

[0038] FIG. 34 is a drawing for explaining a graph showing the radiation efficiency by frequency of an antenna according to one embodiment.

[0039] FIG. 35 is a drawing for explaining an antenna disposed on a side of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0040] FIG. 36 is a table for explaining the radiation efficiency of an antenna according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0041] As the internal structure of electronic devices becomes more complex, space for components may become insufficient. For example, if an electronic device lacks space for an antenna, its performance may deteriorate.

[0042] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present invention. However, the disclosed embodiments may be implemented in various different forms and are not limited to the embodiments described herein.

[0043] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) within a network environment (100) according to various embodiments. Referring to FIG. 1, in the network environment (100), the electronic device (101) may communicate with an electronic device (102) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with at least one of an electronic device (104) or a server (108) via a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (104) via the server (108). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), a memory (130), an input module (150), an audio output module (155), a display module (160), an audio module (170), a sensor module (176), an interface (177), a connection terminal (178), a haptic module (179), a camera module (180), a power management module (188), a battery (189), a communication module (190), a subscriber identification module (196), or an antenna module (197). In some embodiments, the electronic device (101) may omit at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (178)), or may have one or more other components added. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., the sensor module (176), the camera module (180), or the antenna module (197)) may be integrated into one component (e.g., the display module (160)).

[0044] The processor (120) may, for example, execute software (e.g., a program (140)) to control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) and perform various data processing or calculations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or calculation, the processor (120) may store a command or data received from another component (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the command or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store the resulting data in a non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or a secondary processor (123) (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor)) that can operate independently or together therewith. For example, if the electronic device (101) includes a main processor (121) and a secondary processor (123), the secondary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a specified function. The secondary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

[0045] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least a portion of functions or states associated with at least one component (e.g., a display module (160), a sensor module (176), or a communication module (190)) of the electronic device (101), for example, on behalf of the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as a part of another functionally related component (e.g., a camera module (180) or a communication module (190)). In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. The artificial intelligence models may be generated through machine learning. This learning can be performed, for example, on the electronic device (101) itself where the artificial intelligence model is executed, or can be performed through a separate server (e.g., server (108)). The learning algorithm can include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but is not limited to the examples described above. The artificial intelligence model can include multiple artificial neural network layers.The artificial neural network may be one of a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recurrent neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), a deep Q-network, or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to, or alternatively to, a hardware structure, an artificial intelligence model may include a software structure.

[0046] The memory (130) can store various data used by at least one component (e.g., processor (120) or sensor module (176)) of the electronic device (101). The data can include, for example, software (e.g., program (140)) and input data or output data for commands related thereto. The memory (130) can include volatile memory (132) or non-volatile memory (134).

[0047] The program (140) may be stored as software in the memory (130) and may include, for example, an operating system (142), middleware (144), or an application (146).

[0048] The input module (150) can receive commands or data to be used in a component of the electronic device (101) (e.g., a processor (120)) from an external source (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The input module (150) can include, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (e.g., a button), or a digital pen (e.g., a stylus pen).

[0049] The audio output module (155) can output audio signals to the outside of the electronic device (101). The audio output module (155) can include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. In one embodiment, the receiver can be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of the speaker.

[0050] The display module (160) can visually provide information to an external party (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The display module (160) may include, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling the device. In one embodiment, the display module (160) may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of a force generated by the touch.

[0051] The audio module (170) can convert sound into an electrical signal, or vice versa, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module (170) can acquire sound through the input module (150), output sound through the sound output module (155), or an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)) (e.g., speaker or headphone) directly or wirelessly connected to the electronic device (101).

[0052] The sensor module (176) can detect the operating status (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device (101) or the external environmental status (e.g., user status) and generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected status. According to one embodiment, the sensor module (176) can include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0053] The interface (177) may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device (101) with an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102)). In one embodiment, the interface (177) may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0054] The connection terminal (178) may include a connector through which the electronic device (101) may be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)). According to one embodiment, the connection terminal (178) may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0055] A haptic module (179) can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimuli (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimuli that a user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic sensations. In one embodiment, the haptic module (179) can include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

[0056] The camera module (180) can capture still images and videos. According to one embodiment, the camera module (180) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0057] The power management module (188) can manage power supplied to the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the power management module (188) can be implemented, for example, as at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0058] A battery (189) may power at least one component of the electronic device (101). In one embodiment, the battery (189) may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0059] The communication module (190) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102), electronic device (104), or server (108)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (190) may operate independently from the processor (120) (e.g., application processor) and may include one or more communication processors that support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module (190) may include a wireless communication module (192) (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module (194) (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module can communicate with an external electronic device (104) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range communication network such as a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). These various types of communication modules can be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as a plurality of separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module (192) can verify or authenticate the electronic device (101) within a communication network such as the first network (198) or the second network (199) by using subscriber information (e.g., an international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (196).

[0060] The wireless communication module (192) can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies following the 4G network, such as NR access technology (new radio access technology). The NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), minimization of terminal power and connection of multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine type communications)), or high reliability and low latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications)). The wireless communication module (192) can support, for example, a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave band) to achieve a high data transmission rate. The wireless communication module (192) can support various technologies for securing performance in a high-frequency band, such as beamforming, massive multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), full dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna. The wireless communication module (192) can support various requirements specified in the electronic device (101), an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (104)), or a network system (e.g., the second network (199)). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module (192) can support a peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for eMBB realization, a loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for mMTC realization, or a U-plane latency (e.g., 0.5 ms or less for downlink (DL) and uplink (UL), or 1 ms or less for round trip) for URLLC realization.

[0061] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as the first network (198) or the second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, for example, by the communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device via the selected at least one antenna. In some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).

[0062] According to various embodiments, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. According to one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent 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.

[0063] 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)).

[0064] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (104) via a server (108) connected to a second network (199). Each of the external electronic devices (102 or 104) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations executed in the electronic device (101) may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices (102, 104, or 108). For example, when the electronic device (101) is to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (101) may, instead of or in addition to executing the function or service itself, request one or more external electronic devices to perform the function or at least a part of the service. One or more external electronic devices that receive the request may execute at least a portion of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device (101). The electronic device (101) may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least a portion of a response to the request. For this purpose, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used, for example. The electronic device (101) may provide an ultra-low latency service by using distributed computing or mobile edge computing, for example. In one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (108) may be an intelligent server using machine learning and / or a neural network. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) or the server (108) may be included in the second network (199).The electronic device (101) can be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0065] FIG. 2 is a drawing illustrating an antenna module disposed on a side of an electronic device according to one embodiment. The electronic device (200) of FIG. 2 may correspond to the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIG. 1.

[0066] Referring to FIG. 2, the electronic device (200) may include a housing (201). The housing (201) may form the exterior of the electronic device (200). The housing (201) may fix and support internal components of the electronic device (200). For example, the housing (201) may provide a space in which the internal components of the electronic device (200) may be mounted and a support member (202). The support member (202) may fix and support the components mounted in the internal space of the housing (201). For example, the support member (202) may fix and support a PCB (203, 204), an FPCB (205), a battery (206), or a camera (207). For example, the support member (202) may include a bracket. For example, the support member (202) may include a portion of a rear (or lower) member of the electronic device.

[0067] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include PCBs (203, 204). For example, the electronic device (200) may include a first PCB (203) on which a processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1) or a memory (e.g., memory (130) of FIG. 1) is disposed. For example, the electronic device (200) may include a second PCB (204) connected to an antenna (270, 280, 290).

[0068] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include an FPCB (205). For example, the electronic device (200) may include an FPCB (205) that electrically connects a first PCB (203) and a second PCB (204). The components of the electronic device (200) are electrically connected to each other, so that the ground of the support member (202) or the PCB (203, 204) is electrically connected and can function as a ground of the antenna (270, 280, 290).

[0069] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a battery (206). For example, the electronic device (200) may include a battery (206) that supplies power to at least one component of the electronic device (200). The battery (206) may correspond to the battery (189) described above with reference to FIG. 1. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0070] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include a camera (207). The camera (207) may correspond to the camera module (180) described above with reference to FIG. 1. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0071] The housing (201) may include a front (or upper) member, a rear (or lower) member, and a side portion. The front member may include a surface through which the screen of the display of the electronic device (200) is exposed to the outside. The rear member may include a surface facing the front member.

[0072] For example, the housing (201) may include a first side portion (211) and a third side portion (213) extending along a longitudinal direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the electronic device (200). The housing may include a second side portion (212) and a fourth side portion (214) extending along a width direction (e.g., x-axis direction) of the electronic device (200).

[0073] For example, the first side portion (211) may be formed parallel to the third side portion (213). For example, the second side portion (212) may be formed parallel to the fourth side portion (214).

[0074] For example, the first side portion (211) may be vertically connected to the second side portion (212) and the fourth side portion (214). For example, one end of the first side portion (211) may be vertically connected to the fourth side portion (214), and the other end of the first side portion (211) may be vertically connected to the second side portion (212).

[0075] For example, the third side portion (213) may be vertically connected to the second side portion (212) and the fourth side portion (214). For example, one end of the third side portion (213) may be vertically connected to the fourth side portion (214), and the other end of the third side portion (213) may be vertically connected to the second side portion (212).

[0076] For example, the side portions (211, 212, 213, 214) may extend from the rear member to the front member along the height direction (e.g., the -z direction) of the electronic device (200). For example, the side portions (211, 212, 213, 214) may surround a space between the front member and the rear member.

[0077] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (200) may include antennas (270, 280, 290). For example, the electronic device (200) may include a first antenna (290) that transmits and receives signals using a first side portion (211). For example, the electronic device (200) may include a second antenna (280) that transmits and receives signals using a fourth side portion (214). For example, the electronic device (200) may include a third antenna (290) that transmits and receives signals using a third side portion (213) and a fourth side portion (214). The antennas included in the electronic device (200) are not limited to the disclosed antennas (270, 280, 290), and may include more or fewer antennas. The antennas included in the electronic device (200) may be formed in various shapes as needed. Additionally, depending on the need included in the electronic device (200), the antenna may be configured to transmit and receive signals using at least one of the first side portion (211), the second side portion (212), the third side portion (213), or the fourth side portion (214). The first antenna (290), the second antenna (280), and the third antenna (270) described below may also be analogically applied to other antennas that may be present in the electronic device (200).

[0078] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (290) can transmit and receive signals through the conductive portions (211a, 211b). For example, the first antenna (290) can transmit and receive signals through the first conductive portion (211a) of the first side portion (211) and the second conductive portion (211b) of the first side portion (211). For example, the first conductive portion (211a) can be separated from the second conductive portion (211b) by a non-conductive portion (211c). For example, the non-conductive portion (211c) can be filled with a non-conductive material on the inside.

[0079] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (290) may include a connecting circuit (292). For example, the connecting circuit (292) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connecting circuit (292) may include at least one inductor. For example, the connecting circuit (292) may include at least one switching element.

[0080] According to one embodiment, the connection circuit portion (292) may be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (211a) and the second conductive portion (211b). For example, the connection circuit portion (292) may be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (211a) through the first connection point (211d). For example, the connection circuit portion (292) may be electrically connected to the second conductive portion (211b) through the second connection point (211e). For example, the first connection point (211d) may be positioned to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (211c) along a first direction (e.g., +y direction). For example, the second connection point (211e) may be positioned to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (211c) along a second direction (e.g., -y direction).

[0081] According to one embodiment, the connecting circuit (292) may include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element or an inductive electrical element) to the first conductive portion (211a) and the second conductive portion (211b). For example, the switching element may electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the connecting circuit (292) to the first conductive portion (211a) and the second conductive portion (211b) such that the connecting circuit (292) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0082] In one embodiment, the connecting circuit (292) may include a switching element that electrically opens or closes the connecting circuit (292) and / or a component of the connecting circuit (292). For example, the connecting circuit (292) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects the first conductive portion (211a) and the second conductive portion (211b). For example, the connecting circuit (292) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects a component of the connecting circuit (292) to another component.

[0083] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (290) may include ground points (293, 294). For example, the first ground point (294) may be located at the first conductive portion (211a) of the first side portion (211). For example, the second ground point (293) may be located at the second conductive portion (211b) of the first side portion (211). For example, the first ground point (294) and the second ground point (293) may be spaced apart by a predetermined distance. For example, the first ground point (294) may be spaced apart from the second ground point (293) by a first distance (d1) along the longitudinal direction (e.g., +y direction) of the electronic device (200). The first distance (d1) may correspond to a resonant length at which a resonant frequency of the first antenna (290) is determined.

[0084] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (290) may be grounded via ground points (293, 294). For example, the first ground point (294) and / or the second ground point (293) may be electrically connected to the second PCB (204) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the first antenna (290) may be grounded via the second PCB (204).

[0085] In one embodiment, the ground points (293, 294) may be connected to an impedance tuning circuit (298, 299). For example, the impedance tuning circuit (298, 299) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuit (298, 299) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuit (298, 299) may electrically connect or disconnect the ground points (293, 294) and the second PCB (204) such that the first antenna (290) is grounded or not grounded at the ground points (293, 294). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (298, 299) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the first conductive portion (211a) and the second conductive portion (211b) so that the impedance of the first antenna (290) changes.

[0086] In one embodiment, the first antenna (290) can be grounded through the first point (202a) of the support member (202). For example, the first conductive portion (211a) and the support member (202) are formed integrally, so that the first antenna (290) can be grounded through the first point (202a) of the support member (202) adjacent to the first conductive portion (211a).

[0087] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (290) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry through the wireless communication circuitry (296). For example, the first antenna (290) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (296) connected to the feeding point (295). For example, the feeding point (295) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (296) of the second PCB (204) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip). The feeding point (295) can be electrically connected to the second connection point (211e). For example, the second connection point (211e) can be the feeding point (295).

[0088] In one embodiment, the feed point (295) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (296) via an impedance tuning circuit (297). For example, the first antenna (290) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (297). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (297) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (297) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (297) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (295) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (296). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (297) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the feed point (295) so that the impedance of the first antenna (290) changes.

[0089] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (290) may include a slot (221). For example, the slot (221) may be formed between the first side portion (211) and the support member (202) along the longitudinal direction (y-axis direction) of the electronic device (200). For example, the slot (221) may include a first slot (221a) and a second slot (221b). For example, the first slot (221a) may be formed between the first point (202a) and the first non-conductive portion (211c). For example, the second slot (221b) may be formed between the second ground point (293) and the first non-conductive portion (211c). For example, the electronic device (200) may transmit and receive an RF signal through the first slot (221a). For example, the electronic device (200) can transmit and receive RF signals through the second slot (221b).

[0090] In one embodiment, the first antenna (290) may be grounded through the first point (202a) of the support member (202). For example, since the first conductive portion (211a) and the support member (202) are formed integrally, the first antenna (290) may be grounded through the first point (202a) of the support member (202) adjacent to the first conductive portion (211a). In this case, the first slot (221a) may be formed between the first non-conductive portion (211c) and the first point (202a) of the support member (202).

[0091] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (290) can operate as an inverted-F antenna (IFA) via the first conductive portion (211a) and the second conductive portion (211b) and / or as a slot antenna via the first slot (221a) and the second slot (221b).

[0092] In one embodiment, the second antenna (280) can transmit and receive signals through the fourth side portion (214). For example, the fourth side portion (214) can include a first portion (214a), a second portion (214b), and a third portion (214c). For example, the second antenna (280) can transmit and receive RF signals through the second portion (214b). For example, the first portion (214a), the second portion (214b), and the third portion (214c) can be formed of a conductive material. For example, the first portion (214a) can be separated into a second portion (214b) and a second non-conductive portion (214d). For example, the second portion (214b) can be separated into a third portion (214c) and a third non-conductive portion (214e). For example, the second non-conductive portion (214d) and the third non-conductive portion (214e) may be filled internally with a non-conductive material.

[0093] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (280) may include a grounding point (281). For example, the grounding point (281) may be disposed on the fourth side portion (214). For example, the grounding point (281) may be disposed near the non-conductive portion (214e). For example, the grounding point (281) may be spaced apart from the feeding point (282) by a predetermined distance. For example, the grounding point (281) may be spaced apart from the feeding point (282) by a second distance (d2) along the width direction (e.g., +x direction) of the electronic device (200) from the feeding point (282). The second distance (d2) may correspond to a resonant length at which a resonant frequency of the second antenna (280) is determined.

[0094] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (280) may be grounded through a grounding point (281). For example, the grounding point (281) may be electrically connected to the second PCB (204) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), so that the second antenna (280) may be grounded through the second PCB (204).

[0095] In one embodiment, the ground point (281) may be connected to an impedance tuning circuit (285). For example, the impedance tuning circuit (285) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuit (285) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (285) may electrically connect or disconnect the ground point (281) and the second PCB (204) such that the second antenna (280) is grounded or not grounded at the ground point (281). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (285) may electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the second portion (214b) such that the impedance of the second antenna (280) is changed.

[0096] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (280) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry through the wireless communication circuitry (283). For example, the second antenna (280) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (283) connected to the feed point (282). For example, the feed point (282) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (283) of the second PCB (204) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip).

[0097] In one embodiment, the feed point (282) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (283) via an impedance tuning circuit (284). For example, the second antenna (280) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (284). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (284) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (284) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (284) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (282) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (283). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (284) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the feed point (282) so that the impedance of the second antenna (280) changes.

[0098] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (280) may include at least a portion of the slot (222). For example, the slot (222) may be formed between the fourth side portion (214) and the support member (202) along the width direction (x-axis direction) of the electronic device (200).

[0099] According to one embodiment, the third antenna (270) can transmit and receive signals through the third side portion (213) and the fourth side portion (214). For example, the third antenna (270) can transmit and receive signals through the third portion (214c) of the fourth side portion (214) and at least a portion of the third side portion (213). The third portion (214c) of the fourth side portion (214) can be connected to the third side portion (213). For example, the third portion (214c) of the fourth side portion (214) can be formed of a conductive material. For example, at least a portion of the third side portion (213) can be formed of a conductive material.

[0100] In one embodiment, the third antenna (270) can be grounded through the second point (202b) of the support member (202). For example, since a portion of the third side portion (213) and the support member (202) are formed integrally, the third antenna (270) can be grounded through the second point (202b) of the support member (202) adjacent to the third portion (214c) of the fourth side portion (214).

[0101] In one embodiment, the third antenna (270) may be connected to a wireless communication circuit (272). For example, the feed point (271) may be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (272) of the second PCB (204) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip). For example, the third antenna (270) may receive an RF signal from the wireless communication circuit (272) connected to the feed point (271).

[0102] In one embodiment, the feed point (271) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (272) via an impedance tuning circuit (273). For example, the third antenna (270) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (273). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (273) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (273) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (273) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (271) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (272). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (273) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the feeding point (271) so that the impedance of the third antenna (270) changes.

[0103] In one embodiment, the third antenna (270) can transmit and receive RF signals through at least a portion of the slot (223). For example, the slot (223) can be formed along the third portion (214c) of the fourth side portion (214) and the third side portion (213), between the third portion (214c) of the fourth side portion (214) and the third side portion (213) and the support member (202). For example, the third antenna (270) can transmit and receive RF signals through at least a portion of the slot (223) formed between the third portion (214c) and the second PCB (204). For example, the third antenna (270) can transmit and receive RF signals through the slot (223) between the third non-conductive member (214e) and the second point (202b) of the support member (202).

[0104] According to one embodiment, the antenna (290) can be designed to transmit and receive a signal of a frequency band determined through the side portion based on at least one of the positions of the grounding points (293, 294), the distance between the grounding points (293, 294), the position of the first non-conductive portion (211c), the distance between the first non-conductive portion (211c) and the grounding points (293, 294), the type of the connecting circuit (292), the unit of the electrical element included in the connecting circuit (292), or the position of the feeding point (295).

[0105] FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating an antenna module disposed on two sides of an electronic device according to one embodiment. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating another embodiment in which the first antenna (290) described above with reference to FIG. 2 is disposed. The electronic device (300) of FIG. 3 may correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. The antenna (390) of FIG. 3 may correspond to the first antenna (290) described above with reference to FIG. 2.

[0106] Referring to FIG. 3, the electronic device (300) may include a housing (301). The housing (301) may include a first side portion (310), a second side portion (320), a third side portion (330), and / or a fourth side portion (340). The housing (301) may correspond to the housing (201) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0107] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (300) may include PCBs (303, 304). For example, the electronic device (300) may include a first PCB (303) on which a processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1) or a memory (e.g., memory (130) of FIG. 1) is disposed. For example, the electronic device (300) may include a second PCB (304) connected to an antenna (390).

[0108] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (300) may include an antenna (390). The antenna (390) may transmit and receive RF signals through the first side portion (310) and the fourth side portion (340) among the side portions (310, 320, 330, 340). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the antenna (390) may transmit and receive RF signals through the first conductive member (310a) and the second conductive member (310b) of the first side portion (310) and the third conductive member (340a) of the fourth side portion (340). For example, the second conductive member (310b) may be connected to the third conductive member (340a). For example, the first conductive member (310a) may be separated from the second conductive member (310b) by a non-conductive portion (391). The non-conductive portion (391) can be filled with a non-conductive material inside.

[0109] An embodiment in which the antenna (390) transmits and receives signals through at least two of the first side portion (310), the second side portion (320), the third side portion (330), or the fourth side portion (340) can be analogously applied to an embodiment in which the antenna (390) transmits and receives signals through the first side portion (310) and the fourth side portion (340). Duplicate details are omitted.

[0110] According to one embodiment, the antenna (390) may include a plurality of grounding points (393, 394). For example, the second grounding point (393) may be disposed at the fourth side portion (340). For example, the first grounding point (394) may be disposed at the first side portion (310). The second grounding point (393) and the first grounding point (394) may be spaced apart by a predetermined distance. For example, the first grounding point (394) may be spaced apart from the second grounding point (393) by a first distance along the longitudinal direction of the first side portion (310) (e.g., +y direction) and may be spaced apart from the second grounding point (393) by a second distance along the longitudinal direction of the fourth side portion (340) (e.g., -x direction). The resonant length at which the resonant frequency of the antenna (390) is determined may correspond to the sum of the first distance and the second distance.

[0111] According to one embodiment, the antenna (390) may be grounded via ground points (393, 394). For example, the first ground point (394) and / or the second ground point (393) may be electrically connected to the second PCB (304) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the antenna (390) may be grounded via the second PCB (304).

[0112] According to one embodiment, the antenna (390) may include a connecting circuit (392). For example, the connecting circuit (392) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connecting circuit (392) may include at least one inductor. For example, the connecting circuit (392) may include at least one switching element.

[0113] According to one embodiment, the connection circuit portion (392) may be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (310a) and the second conductive portion (310b). For example, the connection circuit portion (392) may be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (310a) through the first connection point (311). For example, the connection circuit portion (392) may be electrically connected to the second conductive portion (310b) through the second connection point (312). For example, the first connection point (311) may be arranged to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (391) along a first direction (e.g., +y direction). For example, the second connection point (312) may be arranged to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (391) along a second direction (e.g., -y direction).

[0114] According to one embodiment, the connecting circuit (392) may include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element or an inductive electrical element) to the first conductive portion (310a) and the second conductive portion (310b). For example, the switching element may electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the connecting circuit (392) to the first conductive portion (310a) and the second conductive portion (310b) such that the connecting circuit (392) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0115] In one embodiment, the connecting circuit (392) may include a switching element that electrically opens or closes the connecting circuit (392) and / or a component of the connecting circuit (392). For example, the connecting circuit (392) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects the connecting circuit (392) to the first conductive portion (310a) and the second conductive portion (310b). For example, the connecting circuit (392) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects a component of the connecting circuit (392) to another component.

[0116] In one embodiment, the ground points (393, 394) may be connected to an impedance tuning circuit (396, 397). For example, the impedance tuning circuit (396, 397) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuit (396, 397) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuit (396, 397) may electrically connect or disconnect the ground points (393, 394) and the second PCB (304) such that the antenna (390) is grounded or not grounded at the ground points (393, 394). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (396, 397) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the first conductive portion (310a) and the second conductive portion (310b) so as to change the impedance of the first antenna (390).

[0117] According to one embodiment, the wireless communication circuit can transmit and receive RF signals through the antenna (390) wireless communication circuitry. For example, the feed point (313) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (395) of the second PCB (304) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip). The feed point (313) can be electrically connected to the second connection point (312). The second connection point (312) can operate as the feed point (313).

[0118] In one embodiment, the feed point (313) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (395) via an impedance tuning circuit (398). For example, the antenna (390) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (398). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (398) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (398) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (398) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (313) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (395). For example, a switching element of an impedance tuning circuit (398) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the feed point (313) so that the impedance of the antenna (390) changes.

[0119] According to one embodiment, the antenna (390) may include a slot (380). For example, the slot (380) may be formed between the first side portion (310) and the fourth side portion (340) and the support member (302) along the longitudinal direction (y-axis direction) of the electronic device (300). For example, the slot (380) may include a first slot (380a) and a second slot (380b). For example, the slot (380) may be formed between the second PCB (304) and the first side portion (310). For example, the electronic device (300) may transmit and receive an RF signal through the first slot (380a). For example, the electronic device (300) may transmit and receive an RF signal through the second slot (380b).

[0120] According to one embodiment, the antenna (390) can operate as an inverted-F antenna (IFA) via the first conductive portion (310a) and the second conductive portion (310b) and / or as a slot antenna via the first slot (380a) and the second slot (380b).

[0121] FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating an antenna module disposed on three sides of an electronic device according to one embodiment. FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating another embodiment in which the first antenna (290) described above with reference to FIG. 2 is disposed. The electronic device (400) of FIG. 4 may correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. The antenna (490) of FIG. 4 may correspond to the first antenna (290) described above with reference to FIG. 2.

[0122] Referring to FIG. 4, the electronic device (400) may include a housing (401). The housing (401) may include a first side portion (410), a second side portion (420), a third side portion (430), and a fourth side portion (440). The housing (401) may correspond to the housing (201) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted. According to one embodiment, the electronic device (400) may include PCBs (403, 404). For example, the electronic device (400) may include a first PCB (403) on which a processor (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1) or a memory (e.g., the memory (130) of FIG. 1) is disposed and connected to an antenna (490). For example, the electronic device (400) may include a second PCB (404) connected to an antenna (490).

[0123] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (400) may include an antenna (490). The antenna (490) may transmit and receive RF signals through the first side portion (410), the second side portion (420), and the fourth side portion (440) among the side portions (410, 420, 430, 440). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the antenna (490) may transmit and receive RF signals through the first conductive member (410a) and the second conductive member (410b) of the first side portion (410), the third conductive member (420a) of the second side portion (420), and the fourth conductive member (440a) of the fourth side portion (410). For example, the first conductive member (410a) may be connected to the third conductive member (420a). For example, the second conductive member (410b) may be connected to the fourth conductive member (440a). For example, the first conductive member (410a) may be separated from the second conductive member (410b) by a non-conductive portion (491). The non-conductive portion (491) may be filled with a non-conductive material.

[0124] An embodiment in which the antenna (490) transmits and receives signals through at least three of the first side portion (410), the second side portion (420), the third side portion (430), and the fourth side portion (440) can be analogously applied to an embodiment in which the antenna (490) transmits and receives signals through the first side portion (410), the second side portion (420), and the fourth side portion (440). Duplicate details are omitted.

[0125] According to one embodiment, the antenna (490) may include a plurality of grounding points (493, 494). For example, the first grounding point (493) may be positioned at the fourth side portion (440). For example, the second grounding point (494) may be positioned at the second side portion (420). The first grounding point (493) and the second grounding point (494) may be spaced apart by a predetermined distance. For example, the second grounding point (494) may be spaced apart from the first grounding point (493) by a first distance along the longitudinal direction (e.g., +y direction) of the first side portion (410), spaced apart from the first grounding point (493) by a second distance along the longitudinal direction (e.g., -x direction or +x direction) of the second side portion (420), and spaced apart from the first grounding point (493) by a third distance along the longitudinal direction (e.g., -x direction or +x direction) of the fourth side portion (440). The resonant length at which the resonant frequency of the antenna (490) is determined may correspond to the sum of the first distance, the second distance, and the third distance.

[0126] According to one embodiment, the antenna (490) may be grounded via ground points (493, 494). For example, the first ground point (494) and / or the second ground point (493) may be electrically connected to the second PCB (404) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the antenna (490) may be grounded via the second PCB (404).

[0127] According to one embodiment, the antenna (490) may include a connecting circuit (492). For example, the connecting circuit (492) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connecting circuit (492) may include at least one inductor. For example, the connecting circuit (492) may include at least one switching element.

[0128] In one embodiment, the connection circuit portion (492) may be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (410a) and the second conductive portion (410b). For example, the connection circuit portion (492) may be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (410a) through the first connection point (411). For example, the connection circuit portion (492) may be electrically connected to the second conductive portion (410b) through the second connection point (412). For example, the first connection point (411) may be arranged to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (491) along a first direction (e.g., the +y direction). For example, the second connection point (412) may be arranged to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (491) along a second direction (e.g., the -y direction).

[0129] According to one embodiment, the connecting circuit (492) may include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element or an inductive electrical element) to the first conductive portion (410a) and the second conductive portion (410b). For example, the switching element may electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the connecting circuit (492) to the first conductive portion (410a) and the second conductive portion (410b) such that the connecting circuit (492) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0130] In one embodiment, the connecting circuit (492) may include a switching element that electrically opens or closes the connecting circuit (492) and / or a component of the connecting circuit (492). For example, the connecting circuit (492) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects the connecting circuit (492) to the first conductive portion (410a) and the second conductive portion (410b). For example, the connecting circuit (492) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects a component of the connecting circuit (492) to another component.

[0131] In one embodiment, the ground points (493, 494) may be connected to impedance tuning circuits (496, 497). For example, the impedance tuning circuits (496, 497) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuits (496, 497) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor, an inductor). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuits (496, 497) may electrically connect or disconnect the ground points (493, 494) and the PCB (403, 404) such that the antenna (490) is grounded or not grounded at the ground points (493, 494). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (496, 497) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor, an inductor) to the first conductive portion (410a) and the second conductive portion (410b) so that the impedance of the first antenna (490) changes.

[0132] According to one embodiment, the antenna (490) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry (495). For example, the antenna (490) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (495) connected to the feed point (413). For example, the feed point (413) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (495) of the PCB (403, 404) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip). The feed point (413) can be electrically connected to the first connection point (411). For example, the first connection point (411) can be the feed point (413).

[0133] In one embodiment, the feed point (413) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (495) via an impedance tuning circuit (498). For example, the antenna (490) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (498). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (498) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (498) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor, an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (498) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (413) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (495). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (498) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor, an inductor) to the feed point (413) so that the impedance of the antenna (490) changes.

[0134] In one embodiment, the antenna (490) may include a slot (480). For example, the slot (480) may be formed between the first side portion (410), the second side portion (420), and the fourth side portion (440) and the support member along the longitudinal direction (y-axis direction) of the electronic device (400). For example, the slot (480) may include a first slot (480a) and a second slot (480b). For example, the slot (480) may be formed between the first conductive portion (410a), the second conductive portion (410b), and the PCBs (403, 404). For example, the electronic device (400) may transmit and receive an RF signal through the first slot (480a). For example, the electronic device (400) may transmit and receive an RF signal through the second slot (480b).

[0135] According to one embodiment, the antenna (490) can operate as an inverted-F antenna (IFA) via the first conductive portion (410a) and the second conductive portion (410b) and / or as a slot antenna via the first slot (480a) and the second slot (480b).

[0136] FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating an antenna module disposed on three sides of an electronic device according to one embodiment. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating another embodiment in which the first antenna (290) described above with reference to FIG. 2 is disposed. The electronic device (500) of FIG. 5 may correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. The antenna (590) of FIG. 5 may correspond to the first antenna (290) described above with reference to FIG. 2.

[0137] Referring to FIG. 5, the electronic device (500) may include a housing (501). The housing (501) may include a first side portion (510), a second side portion (520), a third side portion (530), and a fourth side portion (540). The housing (501) may correspond to the housing (201) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0138] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (500) may include PCBs (503, 504). For example, the electronic device (500) may include a first PCB (503) on which a processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1) or a memory (e.g., memory (130) of FIG. 1) is disposed. For example, the electronic device (500) may include a second PCB (504) connected to an antenna (590).

[0139] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (500) may include an antenna (590). The antenna (590) may transmit and receive RF signals through the first side portion (510), the third side portion (530), and the fourth side portion (540) among the side portions (510, 520, 530, 540). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the antenna (590) may transmit and receive RF signals through the first conductive member (510a) of the first side portion (510), the second conductive member (540a) and the third conductive member (540b) of the fourth side portion (540), and the fourth conductive member (530a) of the third side portion (530). For example, the first conductive member (510a) may be connected to the second conductive member (540a). For example, the third conductive member (540b) may be connected to the fourth conductive member (530a). For example, the second conductive member (520a) may be separated from the third conductive member (520b) by a non-conductive portion (591). The non-conductive portion (591) may be filled with a non-conductive material.

[0140] An embodiment in which the antenna (590) transmits and receives signals through at least three of the first side portion (510), the second side portion (520), the third side portion (530), and the fourth side portion (540) can be analogously applied to an embodiment in which the antenna (590) transmits and receives signals through the first side portion (510), the third side portion (530), and the fourth side portion (540). Duplicate details are omitted.

[0141] According to one embodiment, the antenna (590) may include a plurality of ground points (593, 594). For example, the first ground point (593) may be positioned on the third side portion (530). For example, the second ground point (594) may be positioned on the first side portion (510). The first ground point (593) and the second ground point (594) may be spaced apart by a predetermined distance. For example, the second grounding point (594) may be spaced apart from the first grounding point (593) by a first distance along the longitudinal direction (e.g., -y direction or +y direction) of the third side portion (530), spaced apart from the first grounding point (593) by a second distance along the longitudinal direction (e.g., -x direction or +x direction) of the fourth side portion (540), and spaced apart from the first grounding point (593) by a third distance along the longitudinal direction (e.g., -y direction or +y direction) of the first side portion (510). The resonant length at which the resonant frequency of the antenna (590) is determined may correspond to the sum of the first distance, the second distance, and the third distance.

[0142] According to one embodiment, the antenna (590) may be grounded via ground points (593, 594). For example, the first ground point (593) and / or the second ground point (594) may be electrically connected to the second PCB (504) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the antenna (590) may be grounded via the second PCB (504).

[0143] In one embodiment, the antenna (590) may include a connecting circuit (592). For example, the connecting circuit (592) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connecting circuit (592) may include at least one inductor. For example, the connecting circuit (592) may include at least one switching element.

[0144] In one embodiment, the connection circuit portion (592) may be electrically connected to the second conductive portion (540a) and the third conductive portion (540b). For example, the connection circuit portion (592) may be electrically connected to the second conductive portion (540a) through the first connection point (541). For example, the connection circuit portion (592) may be electrically connected to the third conductive portion (540b) through the second connection point (542). For example, the first connection point (541) may be arranged to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (591) along a first direction (e.g., the -x direction). For example, the second connection point (542) may be arranged to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (591) along a second direction (e.g., the +x direction).

[0145] According to one embodiment, the connecting circuit (592) may include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element or an inductive electrical element) to the second conductive portion (540a) and the third conductive portion (540b). For example, the switching element may electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the connecting circuit (592) to the second conductive portion (540a) and the third conductive portion (540b) such that the connecting circuit (592) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0146] In one embodiment, the connecting circuit (592) may include a switching element that electrically opens or closes the connecting circuit (592) and / or a component of the connecting circuit (592). For example, the connecting circuit (592) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects the second conductive portion (540a) and the third conductive portion (540b). For example, the connecting circuit (592) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects a component of the connecting circuit (592) to another component.

[0147] In one embodiment, the ground points (593, 594) may be connected to impedance tuning circuits (596, 597). For example, the impedance tuning circuits (596, 597) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuits (596, 597) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor, an inductor). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuits (596, 597) may electrically connect or disconnect the ground points (593, 594) and the PCB (503, 504) such that the antenna (590) is grounded or not grounded at the ground points (593, 594). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (596, 597) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor, an inductor) to the second conductive portion (540a) and the third conductive portion (540b) so that the impedance of the first antenna (590) changes.

[0148] According to one embodiment, the antenna (590) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry (595). For example, the antenna (590) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (595) connected to the feed point (543). For example, the feed point (543) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (595) of the PCB (503, 404) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip). The feed point (543) can be electrically connected to the first connection point (541). The first connection point (541) can be the feed point (543).

[0149] In one embodiment, the feed point (543) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (595) via an impedance tuning circuit (598). For example, the antenna (590) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (598). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (598) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (598) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor, an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (598) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (543) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (595). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (598) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor, an inductor) to the feed point (543) so that the impedance of the antenna (590) changes.

[0150] In one embodiment, the antenna (590) may include a slot (580). For example, the slot (580) may be formed between the first side portion (510), the third side portion (530), and the fourth side portion (540) and the support member along the width direction (e.g., the x-axis direction) of the electronic device (500). For example, the slot (580) may include a first slot (580a) and a second slot (580b). For example, the slot (580) may be formed between the first side portion (510), the third side portion (530), and the fourth side portion (540) and the PCB (503, 504). For example, the electronic device (500) may transmit and receive an RF signal through the first slot (580a). For example, the electronic device (500) may transmit and receive an RF signal through the second slot (580b).

[0151] According to one embodiment, the antenna (590) can operate as an inverted-F antenna (IFA) via the second conductive portion (540a) and the third conductive portion (540b) and / or as a slot antenna via the first slot (580a) and the second slot (580b).

[0152] FIG. 6 is a drawing for explaining the difference between an antenna module (690a) of an electronic device according to one embodiment and an antenna module (690b) of a comparative example. The electronic devices (600a and 600b) of FIG. 6 may correspond to the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIG. 1. The electronic devices (600a and 600b) of FIG. 6 may differ only in the antennas (690a, 690b). FIG. 6 is a drawing for explaining the difference between the antennas (690a, 690b) of the electronic devices (600a, 600b), and the configurations of the electronic devices (600a, 600b) are briefly illustrated. The electronic device (600a) of FIG. 6 may correspond to the electronic device (200) described with reference to FIG. 2. The antenna (690b) of Fig. 6 may be an IFA (integrated feed antenna) antenna module commonly used in the past. The antenna (690a) of Fig. 6 may correspond to the antenna (290) described with reference to Fig. 2.

[0153] The first antenna (690a) of FIG. 6 may include a first ground point (693a) disposed at a first point of a first side portion (e.g., the first side portion (211) of FIG. 2), a second ground point (694a) disposed at a second point of the first side portion (e.g., the first side portion (211) of FIG. 2), a non-conductive portion (691a) disposed at a third point of the first side portion (e.g., the first side portion (211) of FIG. 2), a connection circuit portion (692a) connected to conductive portions on both sides of the non-conductive portion (691a), and a feed point (695a) to which an RF signal is provided in the vicinity of the connection circuit portion (692a). The first antenna (690a) may generate a capacitive coupling component (696a) from the first ground point (693a) to the non-conductive portion (691a), and may generate a capacitive coupling component (696a) from the second ground point (694a) to the non-conductive portion (691a). The first antenna (690a) may generate an inductive coupling component (697a) that circulates from the non-conductive portion (691a) through the second ground point (694a) and the first ground point (693a) back to the non-conductive portion (691a).

[0154] The second antenna (690b) of FIG. 6 may include a first non-conductive portion (691b) disposed at a first point, a second non-conductive portion (692b) disposed at a second point, a ground point (693b) disposed at a third point located near the first point, and a feed point (694b) to which an RF signal is provided at a fourth point between the third point and the second point. The second antenna (690b) may generate a capacitive coupling component (696b) from between the fourth point and the third point to the second non-conductive portion (692b). The second antenna (690b) may generate an inductive coupling component (697b) that circulates between the feed point (694b) disposed at the third point and the fourth point.

[0155] Comparing the antennas (690a, 690b) of FIG. 6, the first antenna (690a) and the second antenna (690b) have differences in the locations and ranges of occurrence of the capacitive coupling components and the inductive coupling components based on differences in their structures. For example, in the first antenna (690a), the capacitive coupling component (696a) and the inductive coupling component (697a) may be generated substantially throughout the entire length of the antenna. For example, in the second antenna (690b), the capacitive coupling component (696b) and the inductive coupling component (697b) may be generated throughout a portion of the length of the antenna. The capacitive coupling component (696b) of the second antenna (690b) may not be generated between the first non-conductive portion (691b) and the feed point (694b). The inductive coupling component (697b) of the second antenna (690b) may not be generated between the second non-conductive portion (692b) and the feeding point (694b).

[0156] The electrical signal radiated from the antennas (690a, 690b) may include both capacitive coupling components and inductive coupling components. Therefore, when the capacitive coupling components and inductive coupling components are generated throughout the antenna, the performance of the antenna may be superior. Furthermore, the greater the capacitive coupling components and inductive coupling components generated throughout the antenna, the better the performance of the antenna. Accordingly, the performance of the first antenna (690a) may be superior to that of the second antenna (690b). In other words, the antenna according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may have superior performance to the antenna of the comparative example.

[0157] FIG. 7 is a drawing for comparing and explaining the difference in electric field distribution generated by an antenna of an electronic device and a conventional antenna according to one embodiment. FIG. 7 is a drawing for comparing and explaining the difference in electric field distribution generated by antennas (690a, 690b) of the electronic devices (600a and 600b) described above with reference to FIG. 6.

[0158] The first capacitive coupling component distribution diagram (700a) may represent the distribution of the capacitive coupling component generated from the first antenna (690a) described above with reference to Fig. 6. The second capacitive coupling component distribution diagram (700b) may represent the distribution of the capacitive coupling component generated from the second antenna (690b) described above with reference to Fig. 6.

[0159] Referring to FIGS. 6 and 7, the first antenna (690a) may generate a capacitive coupling component (696a) from the first ground point (693a) to the non-conductive portion (691a). In addition, the first antenna (690a) may generate a capacitive coupling component (696a) from the second ground point (694a) to the non-conductive portion (691a). The first electric field distribution (700a) may indicate that an electric field (795a) is generated throughout the entire area (790a) corresponding to the first antenna (690a). Since the electric field (795a) is generated from the ground points (693a, 694a) and converges to the non-conductive portion (691a), it may be maximum at the non-conductive portion (691a) and minimum at the ground points (693a, 694a).

[0160] Referring to FIGS. 6 and 7, the second antenna (690b) may generate a capacitive coupling component (696b) from between the feed point (694b) positioned at the fourth point and the ground point (693b) positioned at the third point to the second non-conductive portion (692b). For example, the second antenna (690b) may not generate a capacitive coupling component (696b) from the first non-conductive portion (691b) to between the feed point (694b) and the ground point (693b). The second electric field distribution (700a) may be maximum at the second non-conductive portion (692b) and may decrease as it approaches the first non-conductive portion (691b). Additionally, the second electric field distribution (700b) may indicate that no electric field (796b) is generated between the feeding point (694b) and the grounding point (693b) from the first non-conductive portion (691b).

[0161] Referring to FIGS. 6 and 7, since the area of ​​the electric field (795a) of the first antenna (690a) is wider than the electric field (795b) of the second antenna (690b), the performance of the first antenna (690a) may be superior to the performance of the second antenna (690b). That is, the antenna according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may have superior performance to the antenna of the comparative example.

[0162] FIG. 8 is a drawing for comparing and explaining the difference in the distribution of magnetic fields generated by an antenna of an electronic device and a conventional antenna according to one embodiment. FIG. 8 is a drawing for comparing and explaining the difference in the distribution of magnetic fields generated by antennas (690a, 690b) of the electronic devices (600a and 600b) described above with reference to FIG. 6.

[0163] The first magnetic field distribution diagram (800a) may represent the magnetic field distribution generated from the first antenna (690a) described above with reference to Fig. 6. The second magnetic field distribution diagram (800b) may represent the magnetic field distribution generated from the second antenna (690b) described above with reference to Fig. 6.

[0164] Referring to FIGS. 6 and 8, the first antenna (690a) may generate an inductive coupling component (697a) that circulates from the non-conductive portion (691a) through the second ground point (694a) and the first ground point (693a) back to the non-conductive portion (691a). The first magnetic field distribution (800a) may indicate that a magnetic field (895a) is generated throughout the entire area (890a) corresponding to the first antenna (690a). The magnetic field (895a) circulates from the non-conductive portion (691a) through the second grounding point (694a) and the first grounding point (693a) and back to the non-conductive portion (691a), so that it can be maximum between the non-conductive portion (691a) and the second grounding point (694a) and minimum at the first grounding point (693a) and the second grounding point (694a).

[0165] Referring to FIGS. 6 and 8, the second antenna (690b) may generate an inductive coupling component (697b) that circulates between the grounding point (693b) positioned at the third point and the feeding point (694b) positioned at the fourth point. The second magnetic field distribution (800b) may indicate that a magnetic field (895b) is generated throughout the entire area (890b) corresponding to the second antenna (690b).

[0166] Comparing the first magnetic field distribution (800a) and the second magnetic field distribution (800b), the distribution of the magnetic field (895a) generated from the first antenna (690a) may be wider than the distribution of the magnetic field (895b) generated from the second antenna (690b). Therefore, the performance of the first antenna (690a) may be superior to the performance of the second antenna (690b). That is, the antenna according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may have superior performance to the antenna of the comparative example.

[0167] FIG. 9 is a drawing for comparing and explaining the difference in the distribution of ground current generated in an antenna of an electronic device and a conventional antenna according to one embodiment. FIG. 9 is a drawing for comparing and explaining the difference in the distribution of ground current generated in antennas (690a, 690b) of the electronic devices (600a and 600b) described above with reference to FIG. 6.

[0168] The first ground current distribution diagram (900a) may represent the distribution of the ground current generated from the antenna (690a) of the electronic device (600a) described above with reference to Fig. 6. The second ground current distribution diagram (900b) may represent the distribution of the ground current generated from the antenna (690b) of the electronic device (600b) described above with reference to Fig. 6.

[0169] Referring to FIG. 9, the first ground current distribution diagram (900a) may indicate that a ground current (995a) is generated throughout an entire region (990a) corresponding to the first antenna (690a). The second ground current distribution diagram (900b) may indicate that a ground current (995b) is generated in a portion of an region (990b) corresponding to the second antenna (690b). For example, the ground current (995b) may not be generated in a portion between the second non-conductive portion (692b) of the second antenna (690b) and the feed point (694b).

[0170] Comparing the first ground current distribution (900a) and the second ground current distribution (900b), the ground current (995a) generated from the first antenna (690a) may be greater than the ground current (995b) generated from the second antenna (690b). The first antenna (690a) generates the ground current (995a) overall, but the second antenna (690b) may generate the ground current (995b) only in some areas. Therefore, the performance of the first antenna (690a) may be superior to the performance of the second antenna (690b).

[0171] FIG. 10 is a diagram for comparing the efficiency of an antenna of an electronic device with a conventional antenna according to one embodiment. FIG. 10 is a diagram for comparing and explaining the frequency-dependent efficiency of antennas (690a, 690b) of the electronic devices (600a and 600b) described above with reference to FIG. 6.

[0172] The first graph (1010) may represent the frequency-dependent efficiency of the first antenna (690a) according to the embodiment described above with reference to FIG. 6. The second graph (1020) may represent the frequency-dependent efficiency of the second antenna (690b) described above with reference to FIG. 6.

[0173] Referring to the first graph (1010), the first antenna (690a) may be designed to have a resonant frequency of approximately 0.7 GHz. The efficiency of the resonant frequency of the first antenna (690a) may be approximately -3.9 dB.

[0174] Referring to the second graph (1020), the second antenna (690b) may be designed to have a resonant frequency of approximately 0.65 GHz. The second antenna (690b) may have an efficiency of approximately -5.8 dB at the resonant frequency.

[0175] Comparing the first graph (1010) and the second graph (1020), the first antenna (690a) and the second antenna (690b) may be designed to have similar resonant frequencies. The efficiency of the resonant frequency of the first antenna (690a) may be higher than that of the second antenna (690b). Accordingly, the performance of the first antenna (690a) may be superior to that of the second antenna (690b).

[0176] FIG. 11 is a diagram illustrating the positions of a segmented portion (e.g., a non-conductive portion) and a feeding point of an antenna of an electronic device according to one embodiment. The electronic devices (1100a, 1100b, 1100c) of FIG. 11 may each correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. FIG. 11 is a drawing for explaining the difference in feeding points (1195a, 1195b, 1195c, 1195d, 1195e) according to the positions of antennas (1190a, 1190b, 1190c, 1190d, 1190e) of electronic devices (1100a, 1100b, 1100c, 1100d, 1100e), and the configuration of electronic devices (1100a, 1100b, 1100c, 1100d, 1100e) is briefly illustrated. The segments (1191a, 1191b, 1191c, 1191d, 1191e) of FIG. 11 may correspond to the non-conductive portions of FIG. 2 (e.g., the first non-conductive portion (211c) of FIG. 2).

[0177] According to one embodiment, an antenna (1190a) of a first electronic device (1100a) may include a first ground point (1193a) disposed at a first point, a second ground point (1194a) disposed at a second point, a segment (1191a) disposed at a third point, a connection circuit (1192a) connected to conductive portions (1101a, 1102a) on both sides of the segment (1191a), and a feed point (1195a) that provides an RF signal to the conductive portion (1102a) disposed near the segment (1191a).

[0178] According to one embodiment, the antenna (1190b) of the second electronic device (1100b) may include a first ground point (1193b) disposed at a first point, a second ground point (1194b) disposed at a second point, a segment (1191b) disposed at a third point, a connection circuit (1192b) connected to conductive portions (1101b, 1102b) on both sides of the segment (1191b), and a feed point (1195b) that provides an RF signal to the conductive portion (1101b) disposed near the segment (1191b).

[0179] According to one embodiment, the antenna (1190c) of the third electronic device (1100c) may include a first ground point (1193c) disposed at a first point, a second ground point (1194c) disposed at a second point, a segment (1191c) disposed at a third point, a connection circuit (1192c) connected to conductive portions (1101c, 1102c) on both sides of the segment (1191c), and a feed point (1195c) that provides an RF signal to one of the conductive portions (1101c, 1102c) disposed near the segment (1191c). For example, the feed point (1195c) may be connected to the conductive portion (1101c) to provide an RF signal received from the wireless communication circuit to the conductive portion (1101c). For example, the power supply point (1195c) can be connected to the conductive portion (1102c) to provide an RF signal received from the wireless communication circuit to the conductive portion (1101c).

[0180] According to one embodiment, the antenna (1190c) of the third electronic device (1100c) may include a plurality of feed points (1195c). For example, the wireless communication circuitry may provide an RF signal to each of the plurality of feed points (1195c). For example, the wireless communication circuitry may selectively provide an RF signal to one of the plurality of feed points (1195c). For example, the wireless communication circuitry may provide an RF signal by branching a frequency band signal to the plurality of feed points (1195c).

[0181] According to one embodiment, the antenna (1190d) of the fourth electronic device (1100d) may include a first ground point (1193d) disposed at a first point, a second ground point (1194d) disposed at a second point, a segment (1191d) disposed at a third point, a connection circuit (1192d) connected to conductive portions (1101d, 1102d) on both sides of the segment (1191d), and a feed point (1195d) that provides an RF signal to one of the conductive portions (1101d, 1102d). For example, the feed point (1195d) may be connected to the conductive portion (1101d), thereby providing an RF signal received from the wireless communication circuit to the conductive portion (1101d). For example, the power supply point (1195d) can be connected to the conductive portion (1102d) to provide an RF signal received from the wireless communication circuit to the conductive portion (1101d).

[0182] According to one embodiment, the antenna (1190d) of the third electronic device (1100d) may include a plurality of feed points (1195d). For example, the wireless communication circuitry may provide an RF signal to each of the plurality of feed points (1195d). For example, the wireless communication circuitry may selectively provide an RF signal to one of the plurality of feed points (1195d). For example, the wireless communication circuitry may provide an RF signal by branching a frequency band signal to the plurality of feed points (1195d).

[0183] According to one embodiment, the antenna (1190e) of the fifth electronic device (1100e) may include a first ground point (1193e) disposed at a first point, a second ground point (1194e) disposed at a second point, a segment (1191e) disposed at a third point, a connection circuit (1192e) connected to conductive portions on both sides of the segment (1191e), and a feed point (1195e) that provides an RF signal to one of the conductive portions (1101e, 1102e) disposed near the segment (1191e). For example, the feed point (1195e) may be connected to the conductive portion (1101e) to provide an RF signal received from the wireless communication circuit to the conductive portion (1101e). For example, the power supply point (1195e) can be connected to the conductive portion (1102e) to provide an RF signal received from the wireless communication circuit to the conductive portion (1101e).

[0184] According to one embodiment, the antenna (1190e) of the third electronic device (1100e) may include a plurality of feed points (1195e). For example, the wireless communication circuitry may provide an RF signal to each of the plurality of feed points (1195e). For example, the wireless communication circuitry may selectively provide an RF signal to one of the plurality of feed points (1195e). For example, the wireless communication circuitry may provide an RF signal by branching a frequency band signal to the plurality of feed points (1195e).

[0185] According to one embodiment, the electronic devices (1100a, 1100b, 1100c) may have different positions of the segments (1191a, 1191b, 1191c). For example, in the first electronic device (1100a), the segment (1191a) may be positioned below (e.g., in the -y direction) the center (1109a) of the longitudinal direction (e.g., in the y-axis direction) of the first electronic device (1100a). For example, in the second electronic device (1100b), the segment (1191b) may be positioned above (e.g., in the +y direction) the center (1109b) of the longitudinal direction (e.g., in the y-axis direction) of the second electronic device (1100b). For example, the third electronic device (1100c) may have the segmented portion (1191c) positioned at the center (1109c) of the longitudinal direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the third electronic device (1100c). For example, the fourth electronic device (1100d) may have the segmented portion (1191d) positioned below (e.g., -y direction) the center (1109d) of the longitudinal direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the fourth electronic device (1100d). For example, the fifth electronic device (1100e) may have the segmented portion (1191e) positioned above (e.g., +y direction) the center (1109e) of the longitudinal direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the fifth electronic device (1100b).

[0186] According to one embodiment, the electronic devices (1100a, 1100b, 1100c) may have different locations of the feed points (1195a, 1195b, 1195c). For example, the feed points (1195a, 1195b, 1195c) may be positioned based on the locations of the segments (1191a, 1191b, 1191c). For example, the feed points (1195a, 1195b, 1195c) may be positioned on the opposite conductive portion from the center (1109a, 1109b, 1109c) of the electronic devices with respect to the segments (1191a, 1191b, 1191c). For example, in the first electronic device (1100a), the feed point (1195a) may be arranged in a first direction (e.g., in the -y direction) from the segment (1191a) based on the segment (1191a) being arranged in a first direction (e.g., in the -y direction) of the center (1109a) of the longitudinal direction (e.g., in the y-axis direction) of the first electronic device (1100a). For example, in the second electronic device (1100b), the feed point (1195b) may be arranged in a second direction (e.g., in the +y direction) from the segment (1191b) based on the segment (1191b) being arranged in a second direction (e.g., in the +y direction) from the segment (1191b) based on the segment (1191b) being arranged in a second direction (e.g., in the +y direction) of the center (1109b) of the longitudinal direction (e.g., in the y-axis direction) of the second electronic device (1100b). For example, the third electronic device (1100c) may have a feeding point (1195c) disposed in a first direction (e.g., -y direction) from the segmented portion (1191c) based on the segmented portion (1191c) being disposed at the center (1109c) in the longitudinal direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the third electronic device (1100c). For example, the third electronic device (1100c) may have a feeding point (1195c) disposed in a second direction (e.g., +y direction) from the segmented portion (1191c) based on the segmented portion (1191c) being disposed at the center (1109c) in the longitudinal direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the third electronic device (1100c).

[0187] According to one embodiment, the electronic devices (1100d, 1100e) may have feed points (1195d, 1195e) positioned without limitation within the antennas (1190d, 1190e). For example, the fourth electronic device (1100d) may have the feed point (1195d) positioned in a first direction (e.g., -y direction) from the segment (1191d) or in a second direction (e.g., +y direction). For example, the fourth electronic device (1100d) may provide an RF signal to the first conductive portion (1101d) or the second conductive portion (1102d) through the feed point (1195d). For example, the fifth electronic device (1100e) may have a feed point (1195e) positioned in a first direction (e.g., -y direction) from the segment (1191e) or in a second direction (e.g., +y direction). For example, the fifth electronic device (1100e) may provide an RF signal to the first conductive portion (1101e) or the second conductive portion (1102e) through the feed point (1195e).

[0188] According to the disclosed embodiment, in the direction in which the segments (1191a, 1191b, 1191c, 1191d, 1191e) are arranged from the center (1109a, 1109b, 1109c, 1109d, 1109e) of the electronic device (1100a, 1100b, 1100c, 1100d, 1100e), between the segments (1191a, 1191b, 1191c, 1191d, 1191e) and the ground point (1193a, 1193b, 1193c, 1193d, 1193e, 1194a, 1194b, 1194c, 1194d, 1194e) The performance of the antenna (1190a, 1190b, 1190c, 1190d, 1190e) can be improved when fed by the feed point (1195a, 1195b, 1195c, 1195d, 1195e).

[0189] FIG. 12 is a drawing for explaining an antenna in which the distances between non-conductive portions and grounding points of an electronic device are designed differently, according to one embodiment. The electronic device (1200) of FIG. 12 may correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. The antenna (1290) of FIG. 12 may correspond to the first antenna (290) described above with reference to FIG. 2. FIG. 12 is a drawing for explaining the distances between the grounding points (1293, 1294) of the antenna (1290) and the non-conductive portion (1291), and the configuration of the electronic device (1200) is briefly illustrated.

[0190] Referring to FIG. 12, the electronic device (1200) may include a housing (1201). The housing (1201) may include a first side portion (1210), a second side portion (1220), a third side portion (1230), and a fourth side portion (1240). The housing (1201) may correspond to the housing (201) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0191] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1200) may include PCBs (1203, 1204). For example, the electronic device (1200) may include a first PCB (1203) on which a processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1) or a memory (e.g., memory (130) of FIG. 1) is disposed. For example, the electronic device (1200) may include a second PCB (1204) connected to an antenna (1290).

[0192] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1200) may include an antenna (1290). The antenna (1290) may transmit and receive a signal through at least one of the side portions (1210, 1220, 1230, 1240) of the electronic device (1200). For example, the antenna (1290) may radiate a signal through at least one conductive portion among the side portions (1210, 1220, 1230, 1240). In this embodiment, an embodiment of transmitting and receiving a signal through a first side portion (1210) among the side portions (1210, 1220, 1230, 1240) is described. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. An embodiment in which the antenna (1290) transmits and receives a signal through the second side portion (1220), the third side portion (1230), or the fourth side portion (1240) can be analogously applied to an embodiment in which the antenna (1290) is disposed on the first side portion (1210). Duplicate details are omitted.

[0193] According to one embodiment, the antenna (1290) may include a plurality of ground points (1293, 1294). For example, the first ground point (1293) may be positioned at a first point of the first side portion (1210). For example, the second ground point (1294) may be positioned at a second point of the first side portion (1210). The first point and the second point may be spaced apart by a predetermined distance. For example, the second point may be spaced apart from the first point by a first distance along the longitudinal direction of the first side portion (e.g., the +y direction).

[0194] According to one embodiment, the antenna (1290) may be grounded via ground points (1293, 1294). For example, the first ground point (1294) and / or the second ground point (1293) may be electrically connected to the second PCB (1204) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the antenna (1290) may be grounded via the second PCB (1204).

[0195] According to one embodiment, the first side portion (1210) that acts as a radiator of the antenna (1290) may include conductive portions (1210a, 1210b) and at least one non-conductive portion (1291). For example, the non-conductive portion (1291) may be disposed at a third point of the first side portion (1210). The third point may be located between the first point and the second point. The non-conductive portion (1291) may be filled with a non-conductive material. For example, the non-conductive portion (1291) may be disposed between the first conductive portion (1210a) and the second conductive portion (1210b). For example, the first conductive portion (1210a) of the first side portion (1210) may be disposed in a first direction (e.g., +y direction) of the non-conductive portion (1291). For example, a second conductive portion (1210b) of a first side portion (1210) may be arranged in a second direction (e.g., -y direction) of a non-conductive portion (1291). The first conductive portion (1210a) and the second conductive portion (1210b) may be spaced apart along a longitudinal direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the first side portion (1210).

[0196] According to one embodiment, the antenna (1290) may include at least one connecting circuit (1292). For example, the connecting circuit (1292) may be connected to a first conductive portion (1210a) of a first side portion (1210) at a first connecting point (1211a). For example, the connecting circuit (1292) may be connected to a second conductive portion (1210b) of the first side portion (1210) at a second connecting point (1211b). The connecting circuit (1292) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connecting circuit (1292) may include at least one inductor. For example, the connecting circuit (1292) may include at least one switching element.

[0197] According to one embodiment, the connecting circuit (1292) may include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element or an inductive electrical element) to the first conductive portion (1210a) and the second conductive portion (1210b). For example, the switching element may electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the connecting circuit (1292) to the first conductive portion (1210a) and the second conductive portion (1210b) such that the connecting circuit (1292) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0198] In one embodiment, the connecting circuitry (1292) may include a switching element that electrically opens or closes the connecting circuitry (1292) and / or a component of the connecting circuitry (1292). For example, the connecting circuitry (1292) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects the first conductive portion (1210a) and the second conductive portion (1210b). For example, the connecting circuitry (1292) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects a component of the connecting circuitry (1292) to another component.

[0199] In one embodiment, the ground points (1293, 1294) may be connected to impedance tuning circuits (1296, 1297). For example, the impedance tuning circuits (1296, 1297) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuits (1296, 1297) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuits (1296, 1297) may electrically connect or disconnect the ground points (1293, 1294) and the PCB (1203, 1204) such that the antenna (1290) is grounded or not grounded at the ground points (1293, 1294). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (1296, 1297) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the first conductive portion (1210a) and the second conductive portion (1210b) so as to change the impedance of the first antenna (1290).

[0200] According to one embodiment, the antenna (1290) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry (1295) through the wireless communication circuitry. For example, the antenna (1290) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (1295) connected to the feed point (1212). For example, the feed point (1243) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (1295) of the PCB (1203, 1204) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip). The feed point (1212) can be electrically connected to the second connection point (1211b). The second connection point (1211b) can operate as the feed point (1212).

[0201] In one embodiment, the feed point (1212) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (1295) via an impedance tuning circuit (1298). For example, the antenna (1290) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (1298). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (1298) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (1298) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (1298) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (1212) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (1295). For example, a switching element of an impedance tuning circuit (1298) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the feed point (1212) so as to change the impedance of the antenna (1290).

[0202] In one embodiment, the antenna (1290) may include a slot (1280). For example, the slot (1280) may be formed between the first side portion (1210) and the second PCB (1204) along the longitudinal direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the electronic device (1200). For example, the slot (1280) may include a first slot (1280a) and a second slot (1280b). For example, the first slot (1280a) may be formed between the first ground point (1294) and the non-conductive portion (1291). For example, the second slot (1280b) may be formed between the second ground point (1293) and the non-conductive portion (1291). For example, the electronic device (1200) may transmit and receive RF signals through the first slot (1280a). For example, the electronic device (1200) can transmit and receive RF signals through the second slot (1280b).

[0203] According to one embodiment, the first distance (d1) between the second grounding point (1294) and the first connection point (1211a) may be different from the second distance (d2) between the first grounding point (1293) and the second connection point (1211b). For example, the first distance (d1) may be formed to be shorter or longer than the second distance (d2). The antenna (1290) may transmit and receive RF signals through a first slot (1280a) of a length corresponding to the first distance (d1) and a second slot (1280b) of a length corresponding to the second distance (d2).

[0204] According to one embodiment, by adjusting the first distance (d1) and the second distance (d2), the resonant frequency (e.g., 1311, 1313, 1321, 1323 in FIG. 13) can be adjusted. For example, when the length of the second distance (d2) is increased while the first distance (d1) is fixed, the second resonant frequency (e.g., 1321, 1323) can be low shifted due to the increase in electrical length. For example, when the length of the first distance (d1) is increased while the second distance (d2) is fixed, the first resonant frequency (e.g., 1311, 1313) can be low shifted due to the increase in electrical length.

[0205] According to one embodiment, the non-conductive portion (1291) may be positioned at a third point determined based on resonant frequencies (e.g., 1311, 1313, 1321, 1323 of FIG. 13). For example, the non-conductive portion (1291) may be positioned at a third point of the antenna (1290) designed so that the first resonant frequency and the second resonant frequency are adjacent within a set range. For example, the non-conductive portion (1291) may be positioned at a third point determined so that a range of a first gain value of the RF signal overlaps a range of a second gain value of the RF signal. The range of the first gain value may include a range in which an input-reflection coefficient related to the first resonant frequency of the RF signal (e.g., 1311, 1313 of FIG. 13) is within a set value (e.g., about -6 db). The range of the second gain value may include a range within which the input-reflection coefficient of the second resonant frequency of the RF signal (e.g., 1321, 1323 in FIG. 13) is within a set value (e.g., approximately -6 db).

[0206] According to one embodiment, the bandwidth of the antenna (1290) can be secured widely by positioning the non-conductive portion (1291) at a third point determined so that the range of the first gain value and the range of the second gain value overlap.

[0207] FIG. 13 is a diagram illustrating a resonance graph according to distances between segments and grounds of an antenna of an electronic device, according to one embodiment. FIG. 13 is a diagram illustrating a graph regarding the input-reflection coefficient of the antenna (1290) of the electronic device (1200) described above with reference to FIG. 12. FIG. 13 is a diagram for explaining changes in resonance frequency according to changes in the first distance (d1) and the second distance (d2) of the electronic device (1200) described above with reference to FIG. 12.

[0208] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1200) may determine a first distance (d1) and a second distance (d2) to transmit and receive RF signals at a set resonant frequency. For example, the first distance (d1) and the second distance (d2) may be determined experimentally.

[0209] Referring to FIG. 13, graphs are shown regarding input-reflection coefficients when the second distance (d2) is fixed and the first distance (d1) is changed. For example, the first graph (1310a) is a graph showing the input-reflection coefficient of an antenna (1290) when the first distance (d1) of the electronic device (1200) is about 40 mm and the second distance (d2) is about 40 mm. The second graph (1310b) is a graph showing the input-reflection coefficient of an antenna (1290) when the first distance (d1) of the electronic device (1200) is about 45 mm and the second distance (d2) is about 40 mm. The third graph (1310c) is a graph showing the input-reflection coefficient of an antenna (1290) having a first distance (d1) of about 50 mm and a second distance (d2) of about 40 mm from an electronic device (1200).

[0210] For example, the first resonant frequency (1311, 1313) of the antenna (1290) may correspond to the low-band resonant frequency of the antenna (1290). For example, the first resonant frequency (1313) of the first graph (1310a) may be about 0.7 GHz, the first resonant frequency (1310b) may be about 0.65 GHz, and the first resonant frequency (1311) of the third graph (1310c) may be about 0.6 GHz. Referring to the first graph (1310a) to the third graph (1310c), as the first distance (d1) of the antenna (1290) increases, the first resonant frequency (1313, 1311) of the antenna (1290) may shift to a low band.

[0211] For example, the second resonant frequency (1312) of the antenna (1290) may correspond to a high-band resonant frequency of the antenna (1290). For example, the second resonant frequency (1312) of the first graph (1310a) may be about 1.25 GHz, the second resonant frequency of the second graph (1310b) may be about 1.25 GHz, and the second resonant frequency of the third graph (1310c) may be about 1.25 GHz. Referring to the first graph (1310a) to the third graph (1310c), the second resonant frequency (1312) of the antenna (1290) may be substantially the same regardless of the lengthening of the first distance (d1).

[0212] Referring to FIG. 13, graphs are shown for input-reflection coefficients when the first distance (d1) is fixed and the second distance (d2) is changed. For example, the fourth graph (1320a) is a graph showing the input-reflection coefficient of an antenna (1290) when the first distance (d1) of the electronic device (1200) is about 40 mm and the second distance (d2) is about 40 mm. The fifth graph (1320b) is a graph showing the input-reflection coefficient of an antenna (1290) when the first distance (d1) of the electronic device (1200) is about 40 mm and the second distance (d2) is about 55 mm.

[0213] The first resonant frequency (1323) of the fourth graph (1320a) may be approximately 0.7 GHz, and the first resonant frequency (1321) of the fifth graph (1320b) may be approximately 0.6 GHz. Referring to the fourth graph (1320a) and the fifth graph (1320b), the antenna (1290) may have its first resonant frequency (1323, 1321) shifted to a low frequency as the second distance (d2) increases.

[0214] The second resonant frequency (1324) of the fourth graph (1320a) may be approximately 1.25 GHz, and the second resonant frequency (1322) of the fifth graph (1320b) may be approximately 0.85 GHz. Referring to the fourth graph (1320a) and the fifth graph (1320b), as the second distance (d2) of the antenna (1290) increases, the second resonant frequency (1324, 1322) of the antenna (1290) may shift to a lower frequency.

[0215] According to one embodiment, referring to the first graph (1310a) to the fifth graph (1320b), the antenna (1290) may be designed such that the first resonant frequency (1311, 1313, 1321, 1323) and the second resonant frequency (1312, 1322, 1324) are adjacent within a set range. For example, the antenna (1290) may be designed such that a portion of the range of gain values ​​for the first resonant frequency (1311, 1313, 1321, 1323) and a portion of the range of gain values ​​for the second resonant frequency (1312, 1322, 1324) overlap. The range of gain values ​​may include a range in which the input-reflection coefficient is within a set value (e.g., about -6 db).

[0216] FIG. 14 is a diagram illustrating an efficiency graph according to distances between segments and grounds of an antenna module of an electronic device, according to one embodiment. FIG. 14 is a diagram illustrating frequency-dependent efficiency of the antenna module of the electronic device (1200) described above with reference to FIG. 12. FIG. 13 is a diagram for explaining frequency-dependent efficiency according to changes in the first distance (d1) and the second distance (d2) of the electronic device (1200) described above with reference to FIG. 12.

[0217] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1200) may determine a first distance (d1) and a second distance (d2) to transmit and receive RF signals at a set resonant frequency. For example, the first distance (d1) and the second distance (d2) may be determined experimentally.

[0218] Referring to FIG. 14, graphs are shown that represent frequency-dependent efficiency when the second distance (d2) is fixed and the first distance (d1) is changed. For example, the first graph (1410a) is a graph that represents frequency-dependent efficiency of an antenna (1290) of an electronic device (1200) whose first distance (d1) is about 40 mm and whose second distance (d2) is about 40 mm. The second graph (1410b) is a graph that represents frequency-dependent efficiency of an antenna (1290) of an electronic device (1200) whose first distance (d1) is about 45 mm and whose second distance (d2) is about 40 mm. The third graph (1410c) is a graph that represents frequency-dependent efficiency of an antenna (1290) of an electronic device (1200) whose first distance (d1) is about 50 mm and whose second distance (d2) is about 40 mm.

[0219] For example, the first resonant frequency (1411, 1413) of the antenna (1290) may correspond to the low-band resonant frequency of the antenna (1290). For example, the first resonant frequency (1413) of the first graph (1410a) may be about 0.7 GHz, the first resonant frequency (1410b) may be about 0.65 GHz, and the first resonant frequency (1411) of the third graph (1410c) may be about 0.6 GHz. Referring to the first graph (1410a) to the third graph (1410c), as the first distance (d1) of the antenna (1290) increases, the first resonant frequency (1413, 1411) of the antenna (1290) may shift to a low band.

[0220] For example, the second resonant frequency (1412) of the antenna (1290) may correspond to a high-band resonant frequency of the antenna (1290). For example, the second resonant frequency (1412) of the first graph (1410a) may be about 1.5 GHz, the second resonant frequency of the second graph (1410b) may be about 1.5 GHz, and the second resonant frequency of the third graph (1410c) may be about 1.5 GHz. Referring to the first graph (1410a) to the third graph (1410c), the second resonant frequency of the antenna (1290) may be substantially the same regardless of the lengthening of the first distance (d1).

[0221] Referring to FIG. 14, graphs are shown that represent frequency-dependent efficiency when the first distance (d1) is fixed and the second distance (d2) is changed. For example, the fourth graph (1420a) is a graph that represents frequency-dependent efficiency of an antenna (1290) of an electronic device (1200) whose first distance (d1) is about 40 mm and whose second distance (d2) is about 40 mm. The fifth graph (1420b) is a graph that represents frequency-dependent efficiency of an antenna (1290) of an electronic device (1200) whose first distance (d1) is about 40 mm and whose second distance (d2) is about 55 mm.

[0222] For example, the first resonant frequency (1423) of the fourth graph (1420a) may be approximately 0.7 GHz, and the first resonant frequency (1421) of the fifth graph (1420b) may be approximately 0.6 GHz. Referring to the fourth graph (1420a) and the fifth graph (1420b), the antenna (1290) may have its first resonant frequency (1423, 1421) shifted to a lower frequency as the second distance (d2) increases.

[0223] For example, the second resonant frequency (1424) of the fourth graph (1420a) may be approximately 1.6 GHz, and the second resonant frequency (1422) of the fourth graph (1420a) may be approximately 1.2 GHz. Referring to the fourth graph (1420a) and the fifth graph (1420b), as the second distance (d2) of the antenna (1290) increases, the second resonant frequency of the antenna (1290) may shift to a lower frequency.

[0224] According to one embodiment, referring to the first graph (1410a) to the fifth graph (1420b), the antenna (1290) may be designed such that the first resonant frequency (1411, 1413, 1421, 1423) and the second resonant frequency (1412, 1422, 1424) are adjacent within a set range. For example, the antenna (1290) may be designed such that a portion of the range of gain values ​​for the first resonant frequencies (1411, 1413, 1421, 1423) and a portion of the range of gain values ​​for the second resonant frequencies (1412, 1422, 1424) overlap. The range of gain values ​​may include a range in which the efficiency per frequency is within a set value (e.g., approximately -6 db).

[0225] FIG. 15 is a diagram illustrating antennas using two side portions of an electronic device (e.g., the first side portion (211) and the fourth side portion (214) of FIG. 2) according to one embodiment. The electronic device (1500) of FIG. 15 may correspond to the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIG. 1. The electronic device (1500) of FIG. 15 may correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. The segmented portions (1591, 1541, 1542) of FIG. 15 may correspond to the non-conductive portion of FIG. 2 (e.g., the first non-conductive portion (211c) of FIG. 2). FIG. 15 is a drawing for explaining the configuration and arrangement of antennas, in which the configuration of an electronic device (1500) is briefly illustrated, and the configuration of the omitted electronic device (1500) can be analogized to the configuration of the electronic device (200) of FIG. 2.

[0226] Referring to FIG. 15, an electronic device (1500) may include a housing (1501). The housing (1501) may include a first side portion (1510), a second side portion (1520), a third side portion (1530), and a fourth side portion (1540). The housing (1501) may correspond to the housing (201) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0227] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1500) may include antennas (1590, 1580). The first antenna (1590) may transmit and receive RF signals through the first conductive portion (1510a) and the second conductive portion (1510b) of the first side portion (1510) among the side portions (1510, 1520, 1530, 1540). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. The second antenna (1580) may transmit and receive RF signals through the second conductive portion (1510b) of the first side portion (1510) and the third conductive portion (1540a) of the fourth side portion (1540). The first conductive portion (1510a) may be separated from the second conductive portion (1510b) by a segment (1591). The third conductive portion (1540a) can be separated from the fourth conductive portion (1540b) by a segment (1541). The fourth conductive portion (1540b) can be separated from the fifth conductive portion (1540c) by a segment (1542). The segments (1541, 1541, 1542) can be filled with a non-conductive material.

[0228] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (1590) may include a plurality of grounding points (1593, 1594). For example, the first grounding point (1593) may be disposed at a first point of the first side portion (1510). For example, the second grounding point (1594) may be disposed at a second point of the first side portion (1510). The first grounding point (1593) and the second grounding point (1594) may be spaced apart by a predetermined distance. For example, the second grounding point (1594) may be spaced apart from the first grounding point (1593) by a first distance along the longitudinal direction (e.g., +y direction) of the first side portion (1510). A resonant length at which a resonant frequency of the first antenna (1590) is determined may correspond to the first distance.

[0229] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (1590) may be grounded via ground points (1593, 1594). For example, the first ground point (1594) and / or the second ground point (1593) may be electrically connected to the PCB (e.g., 204 of FIG. 2) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the first antenna (1590) may be grounded via the PCB (e.g., 204 of FIG. 2).

[0230] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (1590) may include a connecting circuit (1592). For example, the connecting circuit (1592) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connecting circuit (1592) may include at least one inductor. For example, the connecting circuit (1592) may include at least one switching element.

[0231] According to one embodiment, the connection circuit (1592) can be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (1510a) and the second conductive portion (1510b). For example, the connection circuit (1592) can be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (1510a) through the first connection point (1511a). For example, the connection circuit (1592) can be electrically connected to the second conductive portion (1510b) through the second connection point (1511b). For example, the first connection point (1511a) can be arranged to be spaced apart from the segment (1591) along a first direction (e.g., +y direction). For example, the second connection point (1511b) can be arranged to be spaced apart from the segment (1591) along a second direction (e.g., -y direction).

[0232] According to one embodiment, the connecting circuit (1592) may include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element, an inductive electrical element) to the first conductive portion (1510a) and the second conductive portion (1510b). For example, the switching element may electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the connecting circuit (1592) to the first conductive portion (1510a) and the second conductive portion (1510b) such that the connecting circuit (1592) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0233] In one embodiment, the connecting circuitry (1592) may include a switching element that electrically opens or closes the connecting circuitry (1592) and / or components of the connecting circuitry (1592). For example, the connecting circuitry (1592) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects the connecting circuitry (1592) to the first conductive portion (1510a) and the second conductive portion (1510b). For example, the connecting circuitry (1592) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects components of the connecting circuitry (1592) to other components.

[0234] In one embodiment, the ground points (1593, 1594) may be connected to an impedance tuning circuit (1596, 1597). For example, the impedance tuning circuit (1596, 1597) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuit (1596, 1597) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor, an inductor). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuit (1596, 1597) may electrically connect or disconnect the ground points (1593, 1594) and the second PCB (1504) such that the first antenna (1590) is grounded or not grounded at the ground points (1593, 1594). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (1596, 1597) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the first conductive portion (1510a) and the second conductive portion (1510b) so as to change the impedance of the first antenna (1590).

[0235] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (1590) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry (1550). For example, the first antenna (1590) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (1550) connected to the feed point (1595). For example, the feed point (1595) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (1550) of a PCB (e.g., 204 of FIG. 2) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip). The feed point (1595) can be electrically connected to the second connection point (1511b). The second connection point (1511b) can be the feed point (1595).

[0236] In one embodiment, the feed point (1595) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (1550) via an impedance tuning circuit (1540). For example, the first antenna (1590) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuit (1540). For example, the impedance tuning circuit (1540) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuit (1540) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (1540) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (1595) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (1550). For example, a switching element of an impedance tuning circuit (1540) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to a feed point (1595) so as to change the impedance of the first antenna (1590).

[0237] In one embodiment, the second antenna (1580) may be formed between the segments (1591, 1541). For example, the electrical length of the second antenna (1580) may correspond to the sum of the lengths of the second conductive portion (1510b) and the third conductive portion (1540a).

[0238] In one embodiment, the second antenna (1580) may include a ground point (1593). For example, the second antenna (1580) may share the second ground point (1593) and the impedance tuning circuit (1596) of the first antenna (1590). For example, the second antenna (1580) may be grounded through the ground point (1593). For example, the ground point (1593) may be electrically connected to a PCB (e.g., 204 of FIG. 2) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the second antenna (1580) may be grounded through the PCB (e.g., 204 of FIG. 2). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (1596) can electrically connect or disconnect the ground point (1593) and the second PCB (1504) such that the second antenna (1580) is grounded or not grounded at the ground point (1593). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (1596) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the second conductive portion (1510b) such that the impedance of the second antenna (1580) is changed.

[0239] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (1580) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry (1550) through the wireless communication circuitry. For example, the second antenna (1580) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (1550) connected to the feed point (1581). For example, the feed point (1581) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (1550) of a PCB (e.g., 204 of FIG. 2) by a connecting member (e.g., c-clip).

[0240] In one embodiment, the feed point (1581) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (1550) via an impedance tuning circuit (1582). For example, the second antenna (1580) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuit (1582). For example, the impedance tuning circuit (1582) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuit (1582) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (1582) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (1581) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (1550). For example, a switching element of an impedance tuning circuit (1582) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to a feeding point (1581) so that the impedance of the second antenna (1580) changes.

[0241] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1500) can selectively transmit and receive RF signals using the first antenna (1590) or the second antenna (1580). For example, the electronic device (1500) can transmit and receive RF signals through the first antenna (1590) or the second antenna (1580) using a switching element included in the impedance tuning circuit (1540, 1582).

[0242] For example, the electronic device (1500) may transmit and receive an RF signal using the first antenna (1590) in a first state, and may transmit and receive an RF signal using the second antenna (1580) in a second state. For example, the first state may include a state in which the first efficiency of the first antenna (1590) is higher than a defined second efficiency. For example, the second state may include a state in which the first efficiency of the first antenna (1590) is lower than a defined second efficiency. For example, the second state may include a state in which the radiation efficiency of the RF signal of the first antenna (1590) is reduced due to the user holding the electronic device (1500).

[0243] For example, the electronic device (1500) may stop providing an RF signal to the first antenna (1590) using a switching element of an impedance tuning circuit (1540) of the first antenna (1590) and provide an RF signal to the second antenna (1580) using a switching element of an impedance tuning circuit (1582) of the second antenna (1580) by identifying that the first efficiency of the first antenna (1590) is lower than a defined second efficiency.

[0244] FIG. 16 is a drawing for explaining an electronic device in which two types of antennas are formed together according to one embodiment. The electronic device (1600) of FIG. 16 may be an electronic device (300) of FIG. 3 in which a conventional antenna (690b) described above with reference to FIG. 6 is arranged. FIG. 16 is a drawing for explaining the configuration and arrangement of antennas, in which the configuration of the electronic device (1600) is briefly illustrated, and the configuration of the omitted electronic device (1600) can be analogously applied to the configuration of the electronic device (200) of FIG. 2. The segmented portions (1691, 1681, 1682) of FIG. 16 may correspond to the non-conductive portions of FIG. 2 (for example, the first non-conductive portion (211c) of FIG. 2).

[0245] Referring to FIG. 16, the electronic device (1600) may include a housing (1601) and antennas (1690, 1680). The housing (1601) may be analogously applied to the housing (1601) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0246] The first antenna (1690) can transmit and receive signals through at least one of the side portions (1610, 1620, 1630, 1640) of the electronic device (1600). In the present embodiment, an embodiment is described in which the first antenna (1690) transmits and receives signals through the first side portion (1610) and the fourth side portion (1640) among the side portions (1610, 1620, 1630, 1640). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. An embodiment in which the first antenna (1690) transmits and receives signals through at least two of the first side portion (1610), the second side portion (1620), the third side portion (1630), or the fourth side portion (1640) can be analogously applied to an embodiment in which the first antenna (1690) transmits and receives signals through the first side portion (1610) and the fourth side portion (1640). Duplicate details are omitted.

[0247] The second antenna (1680) can transmit and receive signals through at least one of the side portions (1610, 1620, 1630, 1640) of the electronic device (1600). In the present embodiment, an embodiment is described in which the second antenna (1680) transmits and receives signals through the third side portion (1630) and the fourth side portion (1640) among the side portions (1610, 1620, 1630, 1640). However, the present invention is not limited thereto. An embodiment in which the second antenna (1680) transmits and receives signals through at least two of the first side portion (1610), the second side portion (1620), the third side portion (1630), or the fourth side portion (1640) can be analogously applied to an embodiment in which the second antenna (1680) transmits and receives signals through the third side portion (1630) and the fourth side portion (1640). Duplicate details are omitted.

[0248] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (1690) may include a plurality of grounding points (1693, 1694). The grounding points (1693, 1694) may be analogously applied to the grounding points (393, 394) described above with reference to FIG. 3. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0249] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (1690) may include at least one segment (1691). The segment (1691) may be analogously applied to the non-conductive portion (391) described above with reference to FIG. 3. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0250] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (1690) may include at least one connection circuit (1692). The connection circuit (1692) may be analogously applied to the connection circuit (392) described above with reference to FIG. 3. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0251] According to one embodiment, an RF signal may be provided through a first antenna (1690) and a feed point (1695). For example, the feed point (1695) may be positioned opposite the center (1609) of the electronic device (1600) with respect to the segment (1691). The wireless communication circuit (395), feed point (313), and impedance tuning circuit (398) described above with reference to FIG. 3 may be analogically applied to the feed point (1695). Duplicate details are omitted.

[0252] The second antenna (1680) of FIG. 16 may include a first segment (1681), a second segment (1682), a ground point (1683), and / or a feed point (1684).

[0253] For example, the first segment (1681) may be positioned at the fourth point of the third side portion (1630). For example, the second segment (1682) may be positioned at the fifth point of the fourth side portion (1640). For example, the grounding point (1683) may be positioned at the sixth point of the fourth side portion (1640) or the third side portion (1630). The sixth point may be located near the fifth point. For example, the feeding point (1684) may be positioned at the seventh point of the fourth side portion (1640) or the third side portion (1630).

[0254] According to the disclosed embodiment, the electronic device (1600) can transmit and receive RF signals using two types of antennas (1680, 1690).

[0255] FIG. 17 is a diagram illustrating an electronic device having two antennas formed together according to one embodiment. The electronic device (1700) of FIG. 17 may correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. FIG. 17 is a diagram illustrating the configuration and arrangement of antennas, in which the configuration of the electronic device (1700) is briefly illustrated, and the configuration of the omitted electronic device (1700) may be analogously applied to the configuration of the electronic device (200) of FIG. 2. The segmented portions (1781, 1791) of FIG. 17 may correspond to the non-conductive portion of FIG. 2 (for example, the first non-conductive portion (211c) of FIG. 2).

[0256] Referring to FIG. 17, the electronic device (1700) may include a housing (1701) and antennas (1790, 1780). The housing (1701) may be analogously applied to the housing (201) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0257] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (1790) can transmit and receive signals through at least one of the side portions (1710, 1720, 1730, 1740) of the electronic device (1700). In this embodiment, an embodiment in which the first antenna (1790) transmits and receives signals through the first side portion (1710) among the side portions (1710, 1720, 1730, 1740) is described. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0258] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (1780) can transmit and receive signals through at least one of the side portions (1710, 1720, 1730, 1740) of the electronic device (1700). In this embodiment, an embodiment in which the second antenna (1780) transmits and receives signals through the first side portion (1710) among the side portions (1710, 1720, 1730, 1740) is described. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0259] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1700) of FIG. 17 may have the first antenna (1790) and the second antenna (1780) sequentially arranged so that the second ground point of the first antenna (1790) and the first ground point of the second antenna (1780) are shared.

[0260] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (1790) may include a plurality of grounding points (1793, 1794). For example, the first grounding point (1793) may be positioned at a first point of the first side portion (1710). For example, the second grounding point (1794) may be positioned at a second point of the first side portion (1710). The first point and the second point may be spaced apart by a predetermined distance. The grounding points (1793, 1794) may be analogously applied to the grounding points (293, 294) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0261] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (1790) may include at least one segment (1791). For example, the segment (1791) may be positioned at a third point of the first side portion (1710). The third point may be located between the first point and the second point. The segment (1791) may be filled with a non-conductive material. The non-conductive portion (211c) described above with reference to FIG. 2 may be analogously applied to the segment (1791). Duplicate details are omitted.

[0262] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (1790) may include at least one connection circuit (1792). The connection circuit (1792) may be analogously applied to the connection circuit (292) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0263] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (1790) may be provided with an RF signal through a feed point (1795). For example, the feed point (1795) may be positioned in an opposite direction from the center (1709) of the length direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the electronic device (1700) with respect to the segment (1791). The wireless communication circuit (296), the feed point (295), and the impedance tuning circuit (297) described above with reference to FIG. 2 may be analogically applied to the feed point (1795). Duplicate details are omitted.

[0264] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (1780) may include a plurality of grounding points (1783, 1794). For example, the third grounding point (1794) may be positioned at the fourth point of the first side portion (1710). For example, the fourth grounding point (1783) may be positioned at the fifth point of the first side portion (1710). The fourth point and the fifth point may be spaced apart by a predetermined distance. The grounding points (1783, 1794) may be analogously applied to the grounding points (293, 294) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0265] In one embodiment, the first antenna (1790) may share a ground point with the second antenna (1780). For example, the second ground point (1794) of the first antenna (1790) may be the same as the third ground point (1794) of the second antenna (1780). For example, the fourth point may be at the same location as the second point.

[0266] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (1780) may include at least one segment (1781). For example, the segment (1781) may be positioned at a sixth point of the first side portion (1710). The sixth point may be located between the fourth point and the fifth point. The segment (1781) may be filled with a non-conductive material. The non-conductive portion (211c) described above with reference to FIG. 2 may be analogously applied to the segment (1781). Duplicate details are omitted.

[0267] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (1780) may include at least one connecting circuit (1782). The connecting circuit (1782) may be analogously applied to the connecting circuit (1792) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate content will be omitted. According to one embodiment, the second antenna (1780) may be provided with an RF signal through a feeding point (1785). For example, the feeding point (1785) may be positioned in an opposite direction from the center (1709) in the longitudinal direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the electronic device (1700) with respect to the segment (1781). The feeding point (1785) may be analogically applied to the wireless communication circuit (296), the feeding point (295), and the impedance tuning circuit (297) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate content will be omitted.

[0268] According to the disclosed embodiment, the electronic device (1700) can transmit and receive RF signals using two antennas (1780, 1790) formed in the electronic device (1700).

[0269] FIG. 18 is a diagram for explaining an antenna in which a capacitive electrical element is selectively coupled by a switching element of an electronic device according to one embodiment. The electronic device (1800) of FIG. 18 may correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. FIG. 18 is a diagram for explaining the configuration and arrangement of a connection circuit unit, in which the configuration of the electronic device (1800) is briefly illustrated, and the configuration of the omitted electronic device (1800) may be analogously applied to the configuration of the electronic device (200) of FIG. 2. The segmented portion (1891) of FIG. 18 may correspond to a non-conductive portion of FIG. 2 (for example, the first non-conductive portion (211c) of FIG. 2).

[0270] Referring to FIG. 18, the electronic device (1800) may include a housing (1801) and an antenna (1890). The housing (1801) may be analogously applied to the housing (201) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0271] The antenna (1890) can transmit and receive signals through at least one of the side portions (1810, 1820, 1830, 1840) of the electronic device (1800). In the present embodiment, an embodiment is described in which the antenna (1890) transmits and receives signals through a first side portion (1810) among the side portions (1810, 1820, 1830, 1840). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0272] According to one embodiment, the antenna (1890) may include a plurality of grounding points (1893, 1894). For example, the first grounding point (1893) may be positioned at a first point of the first side portion (1810). For example, the second grounding point (1894) may be positioned at a second point of the first side portion (1810). The first point and the second point may be spaced apart by a predetermined distance. The grounding points (1893, 1894) may be analogously applied to the grounding points (293, 294) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0273] According to one embodiment, the antenna (1890) may include at least one segment (1891). For example, the segment (1891) may be positioned at a third point of the first side portion (1810). The third point may be located between the first point and the second point. The segment (1891) may be filled with a non-conductive material. The non-conductive portion (211c) described above with reference to FIG. 2 may be analogously applied to the segment (1891). Duplicate details are omitted.

[0274] According to one embodiment, the antenna (1890) may be provided with an RF signal through a feed point (1895). The feed point (1895) may be analogously applied to the wireless communication circuit (296), feed point (295), and impedance tuning circuit (297) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0275] According to one embodiment, the antenna (1890) may include at least one connecting circuit (1892). For example, the antenna (1890) may be connected to conductive members (1811, 1812) on both sides of the segment (1891). For example, the connecting circuit (1892) may include a capacitive electrical element. For example, the connecting circuit (1892) may include an inductive element. The connecting circuit (1892) may be analogously applied to the connecting circuit (1892) described above with reference to FIG. 2.

[0276] According to one embodiment, the connecting circuit (1892) may be formed as a module. For example, the connecting circuit (1892) may include a plurality of electrical elements (1892a, 1892b, 1892c, 1892d, 1892e, 1896) and a switching element (1850).

[0277] For example, the plurality of electrical elements (1892a, 1892b, 1892c, 1892d, 1892e, 1896) can include at least one of at least one capacitive electrical element and at least one inductive electrical element. For example, the plurality of electrical elements can include at least one of a first capacitive electrical element (1892a) of 0.5 pF, a second capacitive electrical element (1892b) of 1 pF, a third capacitive electrical element (1892c) of 2.2 pF, a fourth capacitive electrical element (1892d) of 100 pF, or a fifth capacitive electrical element (1892e) of 10 pF. For example, the plurality of electrical elements can include an inductive electrical element (1896) of 10 nH.

[0278] For example, the connecting circuitry (1892) can include a switching element (1850) that selectively connects at least one of a plurality of electrical elements (1892a, 1892b, 1892c, 1892d, 1892e, 1896) to the first side portion (1810). For example, the switching element (1850) can selectively electrically connect at least one of a first capacitive electrical element (1892a) of 0.5 pF, a second capacitive electrical element (1892b) of 1 pF, a third capacitive electrical element (1892c) of 2.2 pF, a fourth capacitive electrical element (1892d) of 100 pF, or a fifth capacitive electrical element (1892e) of 10 pF to the first side portion (1810).

[0279] According to one embodiment, the connection circuit (1892) may include a plurality of modules. For example, the connection circuit (1892) may be formed of a plurality of modules described above.

[0280] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (1800) can adjust the resonant frequency of the antenna (1890) by selectively connecting at least one of a plurality of electrical elements.

[0281] FIG. 19 is a diagram showing input-reflection coefficients according to optionally coupled capacitive electrical elements of an antenna of an electronic device, according to one embodiment.

[0282] FIG. 19 is a diagram showing an input-reflection coefficient according to the value of a capacitive electric element placed in an antenna (1890) of an electronic device (1800) described above with reference to FIG. 18. FIG. 19 is a diagram showing an input-reflection coefficient of an antenna (1890) in which capacitive electric elements of 0.5 pF, 0.75 pF, 1 pF, 1.25 pF, 1.5 pF, 1.75 pF, 2 pF, 2.25 pF, 2.5 pF, 2.75 pF, 3 pF, and 3.25 pF are respectively placed.

[0283] Referring to FIGS. 18 and 19, as the element value of the capacitive electric element (1892) of the antenna (1890) of the electronic device (1800) increases, the resonant frequency of the antenna (1890) may shift to a lower frequency. For example, the resonant frequency of the antenna (1890) to which 0.5 pF is connected may be approximately 0.8 GHz. For example, the resonant frequency of the antenna (1890) to which 1.25 pF is connected may be approximately 0.7 GHz. For example, the resonant frequency of the antenna (1890) to which 3 pF is connected may be approximately 0.6 GHz.

[0284] According to the disclosed embodiment, the electronic device (1800) can adjust the resonant frequency of the antenna (1890) by selectively connecting at least one of a plurality of electrical elements.

[0285] FIG. 20 is a drawing for explaining an antenna module in which a switching element for selectively connecting a ground and / or electrical element is arranged between a segmented portion and a ground portion of an electronic device according to one embodiment. The electronic device (2000) of FIG. 20 may correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. FIG. 20 is a drawing for explaining the configuration and arrangement of antennas, in which the configuration of the electronic device (2000) is briefly illustrated, and the configuration of the omitted electronic device (2000) may be analogously applied to the configuration of the electronic device (200) of FIG. 2. The segmented portion (2091) of FIG. 20 may correspond to a non-conductive portion (e.g., a first non-conductive portion (211c) of FIG. 2) of FIG. 2.

[0286] Referring to FIG. 20, the electronic device (2000) may include a housing (2001) and an antenna (2090). The housing may be analogously applied to the housing of the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0287] The antenna (2090) can transmit and receive signals through at least one of the side portions (2010, 2020, 2030, 2040) of the electronic device (2000). In the present embodiment, an embodiment is described in which the antenna (2090) transmits and receives signals through a first side portion (2010) among the side portions (2010, 2020, 2030, 2040). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0288] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2090) may include a plurality of grounding points (2093, 294). For example, the first grounding point (2093) may be positioned at a first point of the first side portion. For example, the second grounding point (2094) may be positioned at a second point of the first side portion. The first point and the second point may be spaced apart by a predetermined distance. The grounding points (2093, 2094) may be analogously applied to the grounding points (293, 294) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0289] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2090) may include at least one segment (2091). For example, the segment (2091) may be positioned at a third point of the first side portion. The third point may be located between the first point and the second point. For example, the segment (2091) may be positioned between the first conductive portion (2010a) and the second conductive portion (2010b). The segment (2091) may be filled with a non-conductive material. The non-conductive portion (211c) described above with reference to FIG. 2 may be analogously applied to the segment (2091). Duplicate details are omitted.

[0290] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2090) may include at least one connecting circuit (2092). The connecting circuit (2092) may be analogously applied to the connecting circuit (292) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0291] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2090) may be provided with an RF signal through a feed point (2095). The feed point (2095) may be analogically applied to the wireless communication circuit (296), feed point (295), and impedance tuning circuit (297) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0292] In one embodiment, the antenna (2090) may include at least one switching circuit (2098, 2099). For example, the antenna (2090) may include a first switching circuit (2098) positioned at a third ground point (2096) between a first ground point (2093) and a segment (2091). For example, the antenna (2090) may include a first switching circuit (2098) positioned at a fourth point between the first point and the third point. For example, the antenna (2090) may include a second switching circuit (2099) positioned at a fourth ground point (2097) between a second ground point (2094) and a segment (2091). For example, the antenna (2090) may include a second switching circuit (2099) positioned at a fifth point between the second point and the third point.

[0293] In one embodiment, the antenna (2090) may be grounded via a switching circuit (2098, 2099). For example, the switching circuit (2098, 2099) may electrically connect or disconnect the ground point (2096, 2097) and a PCB (e.g., the second PCB (204) of FIG. 2) such that the first antenna (290) is or is not grounded at the ground point (2096, 2097).

[0294] In one embodiment, the antenna (2090) can have its electrical length changed by the switching circuit (2098, 2099). For example, the electrical length of a slot (e.g., slot (221) of FIG. 2) of the antenna (2090) can be changed between d1 and d2.

[0295] For example, the first switching circuit (2098) can electrically connect the third ground point (2096) and the PCB (e.g., the second PCB (204) of FIG. 2) so that the antenna (2090) is grounded at the third ground point (2096). For example, by grounding the antenna (2090) at the third ground point (2096) by the first switching circuit (2098), the electrical length of the first slot (e.g., the first slot (221a) of FIG. 2) can be changed from l1 to l1'.

[0296] For example, the second switching circuit (2099) can electrically connect the fourth ground point (2097) and the PCB (e.g., the second PCB (204) of FIG. 2) so that the antenna (2090) is grounded at the fourth ground point (2097). For example, by grounding the antenna (2090) at the fourth ground point (2097) by the second switching circuit (2099), the electrical length of the second slot (e.g., the second slot (221b) of FIG. 2) can be changed from l2 to l2'.

[0297] For example, the antenna (2090) can change the first resonant frequency (e.g., the first resonant frequency (1311, 1313, 1321, 1323) of FIG. 13, the first resonant frequency ((1411, 1413, 1421, 1423) of FIG. 14) and / or the second resonant frequency (e.g., the second resonant frequency (1312, 1322, 1324) of FIG. 13, the second resonant frequency (1412, 1422, 1424) of FIG. 14)) of the slot by changing the electrical length of the first slot (221a) and / or the electrical length of the second slot (221b)) through the switching circuit (2098, 2099).

[0298] In one embodiment, the switching circuit (2098, 2099) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor, an inductor). For example, the switching circuit (2098, 2099) may electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the conductive portion (2010a, 2010b) such that the resonant frequency of the first antenna (2090) is changed.

[0299] According to one embodiment, based on the location of the feed point (2095), the switching circuits (2098, 2099) may be arranged on the antenna module (2090). For example, the switching circuits (2098, 2099) may be arranged on the opposite side of the feed point (2095) with respect to the segment (2091). For example, based on the feed point (2095) being arranged in a first direction (e.g., -y direction) from the segment (2091), the second switching circuit (2099) may be connected to a fourth ground point (2097) arranged in a second direction (e.g., +y direction) from the segment (2091). For example, the second switching circuit (2099) may be connected to a fourth ground point (2097) arranged between the segment (2091) and the second ground point (2094). For example, based on the fact that the power supply point is arranged in the second direction (e.g., +y direction) from the segment (2091), the first switching circuit (2098) can be connected to the third ground point (2096) arranged in the first direction (e.g., -y direction) from the segment (2091). For example, the first switching circuit (2098) can be connected to the third ground point (2096) arranged between the segment (2091) and the first ground point (2093).

[0300] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2090) may have its characteristics (e.g., resonant frequency or gain) adjusted by the first switching circuit (2098) or the second switching circuit (2099).

[0301] FIG. 21 is a diagram illustrating input-reflection coefficients according to electrical elements selectively connected between segments and grounds of an antenna of an electronic device, according to one embodiment. FIG. 21 is a diagram illustrating input-reflection coefficients according to values ​​of capacitive electrical elements connected to an antenna (2090) via the switching circuits (2098, 2099) described above with reference to FIG. 20.

[0302] The first input-reflection coefficient diagram (2110) is a diagram showing the input-reflection coefficient according to the value of the capacitive electrical element connected to the antenna (2090) through the first switching circuit (2098) of the electronic device (2000) of FIG. 20. The first input-reflection coefficient diagram (2110) is a diagram showing the input-reflection coefficient of the antenna (2090) to which the capacitive electrical element of 0.5 pF, 1 pF, 1.5 pF, 2 pF, 2.5 pF, or 3 pF is respectively connected through the first switching circuit (2098).

[0303] Referring to the first region (2111) of the first input-reflection coefficient diagram (2110), the resonant frequency of the antenna (2090) to which the capacitive electrical element is connected through the first switching circuit (2098) may not shift to correspond to the element value of the capacitive electrical element. For example, the resonant frequency of the antenna (2090) to which the capacitive electrical element is connected through the first switching circuit (2098) may not shift to a lower frequency even if the element value of the capacitive electrical element increases. For example, the resonant frequency of the antenna (2090) to which the capacitive electrical element of 1.5 pF is connected may be approximately 0.65 GHz, but the resonant frequency of the antenna (2090) to which the capacitive electrical element of 2 pF is connected may be approximately 0.9 GHz.

[0304] The second input-reflection coefficient diagram (2120) is a diagram showing the input-reflection coefficient according to the value of the capacitive electrical element connected to the antenna (2090) through the second switching circuit (2099) of the electronic device (2000) of FIG. 20. The second input-reflection coefficient diagram (2120) is a diagram showing the input-reflection coefficient of the antenna (2090) to which each of the capacitive electrical elements of 0.5 pF, 1 pF, 1.5 pF, 2 pF, 2.5 pF, or 3 pF is connected through the second switching circuit (2099).

[0305] Referring to the second region (2121) of the second input-reflection coefficient diagram (2120), the resonant frequency of the antenna (2090) to which the capacitive electrical element is connected through the second switching circuit (2099) can be shifted to correspond to the element value of the capacitive electrical element. For example, the resonant frequency of the antenna (2090) to which the capacitive electrical element is connected through the second switching circuit (2099) can be shifted to a lower frequency in response to an increase in the element value of the capacitive electrical element.

[0306] Comparing the first input-reflection coefficient diagram (2110) and the second input-reflection coefficient diagram (2120), it may be preferable to connect the electrical component to the antenna (2090) through the second switching circuit (2099) rather than through the first switching circuit (2098).

[0307] FIG. 22 is a diagram illustrating input-reflection coefficients according to electrical elements selectively connected between segments and grounds of an antenna of an electronic device, according to one embodiment. FIG. 22 is a diagram illustrating input-reflection coefficients according to values ​​of inductive electrical elements connected to an antenna (2090) via the switching circuits (2098, 2099) described above with reference to FIG. 20.

[0308] The first input-reflection coefficient diagram (2210) is a diagram showing the input-reflection coefficient according to the value of the inductive electrical element connected to the antenna (2090) through the first switching element (2098) of the electronic device (2000) of FIG. 20. The first input-reflection coefficient diagram (2210) is a diagram showing the input-reflection coefficient of the antenna (2090) to which the inductive electrical element of 1 nH, 1.5 nH, 2 nH, 2.5 nH, 3 nH, or 3.5 nH is respectively connected through the first switching element (2098).

[0309] Referring to the first input-reflection coefficient diagram (2210), the resonant frequency of the antenna (2090) to which the inductive electric element is connected through the first switching element (2098) may not shift to correspond to the element value of the inductive electric element. For example, the resonant frequency of the antenna (2090) to which the inductive electric element is connected through the first switching element (2098) may not shift to a lower frequency even if the element value of the inductive electric element increases. For example, the resonant frequency of the antenna (2090) to which the inductive electric element is connected through the first switching element (2098) may remain constant at about 0.65 GHz even if the element value of the inductive electric element increases.

[0310] The second input-reflection coefficient diagram (2220) is a diagram showing the input-reflection coefficient according to the value of the inductive electrical element connected to the antenna (2090) through the second switching element (2099) of the electronic device (2000) of FIG. 20. The second input-reflection coefficient diagram (2220) is a diagram showing the input-reflection coefficient of the antenna (2090) to which the inductive electrical element of 1 nH, 1.5 nH, 2 nH, 2.5 nH, 3 nH, or 3.5 nH is respectively connected through the second switching element (2099).

[0311] Referring to the second input-reflection coefficient diagram (2220), the resonant frequency of the antenna (2090) to which the inductive electrical element is connected through the second switching element (2099) can be shifted to correspond to the element value of the inductive electrical element. For example, the resonant frequency of the antenna (2090) to which the inductive electrical element is connected through the second switching element (2099) can be shifted to a lower frequency in response to an increase in the element value of the inductive electrical element.

[0312] Comparing the first input-reflection coefficient diagram (2210) and the second input-reflection coefficient diagram (2220), it may be preferable to connect the electrical element to the antenna (2090) through the second switching element (2099) rather than through the first switching element (2098).

[0313] FIG. 23 is a diagram illustrating an antenna of an electronic device according to one embodiment. The electronic device (2300) of FIG. 23 may correspond to the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIG. 1. For example, the electronic device (2300) of FIG. 24 may include a bar-shaped smartphone.

[0314] Referring to FIG. 23, an electronic device (2300) may include a housing (2301). The housing (2301) may form an exterior of the electronic device (2300). The housing (2301) may fix and support internal components of the electronic device (2300). For example, the housing (2301) may provide a space in which internal components of the electronic device (2300) may be mounted and a support member (2302). The support member (2302) may fix and support components mounted in the internal space of the housing (2301). For example, the support member (2302) may fix and support a PCB (2303, 2304), an FPCB (2305), a battery (2306), or a camera (2307). For example, the support member (2302) may include a bracket. For example, the support member (2302) may comprise a portion of a rear (or lower) member of the electronic device.

[0315] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2300) may include PCBs (2303, 2304). For example, the electronic device (2300) may include a first PCB (2303) on which a processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1) or a memory (e.g., memory (130) of FIG. 1) is disposed. For example, the electronic device (2300) may include a second PCB (2304) connected to an antenna (2350, 2370).

[0316] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2300) may include an FPCB (2305). For example, the electronic device (2300) may include an FPCB (2305) that electrically connects a first PCB (2303) and a second PCB (2304). The components of the electronic device (2300) are electrically connected to each other, so that the grounds of the support member (2302) and the PCBs (2303, 2304) are electrically connected, and may function as grounds of the antennas (2350, 2370).

[0317] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2300) may include a battery (2306). For example, the electronic device (2300) may include a battery (2306) that supplies power to at least one component of the electronic device (2300). The battery (2306) may correspond to the battery (189) described above with reference to FIG. 1. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0318] The housing (2301) may include a front (or upper) member, a rear (or lower) member, and a side portion. The front member may include a surface through which the screen of the display of the electronic device (2300) is exposed to the outside. The rear member may include a surface facing the front member.

[0319] For example, the housing (2301) may include a first side portion (2310) and a third side portion (2330) extending along a longitudinal direction (e.g., a y-axis direction) of the electronic device (2300). The housing may include a second side portion (2320) and a fourth side portion (2340) extending along a width direction (e.g., an x-axis direction) of the electronic device (2300).

[0320] For example, the side portions (2310, 2320, 2330, 2340) may extend from the rear member to the front member along the height direction (e.g., the -z direction) of the electronic device (2300). For example, the side portions (2310, 2320, 2330, 2340) may surround a space between the front member and the rear member.

[0321] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2300) may include antennas (2350, 2370). For example, the electronic device (2300) may include a first antenna (2350) that transmits and receives signals using the third side portion (2330) and the fourth side portion (2340). For example, the electronic device (2300) may include a second antenna (2370) that transmits and receives signals using the fourth side portion (2340) and the first side portion (2310). The antennas included in the electronic device (2300) are not limited to the disclosed antennas (2350, 2370), and may include more or fewer antennas. The antennas included in the electronic device (2300) may be formed in various shapes as needed. Additionally, the antenna included in the electronic device (2300) may be configured to transmit and receive signals using at least one of the first side portion (2310), the second side portion (2320), the third side portion (2330), or the fourth side portion (2340), as required. The first antenna (2350) and the second antenna (2370) described below may also be analogically applied to other antennas that may be present in the electronic device (2300).

[0322] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2300) can transmit and receive RF signals through conductive portions (2330a, 2330b, 2340a, 2340b). For example, the first antenna (2300) can transmit and receive RF signals through the first conductive portion (2330a), the second conductive portion (2330b) of the third side portion (2330), the third conductive portion (2340a) and the fourth conductive portion (2340b) of the fourth side portion (2340). For example, the second conductive portion (2330b) of the third side portion (2330) can be connected to the third conductive portion (2340a) of the fourth side portion (2340). For example, the first conductive portion (2330a) and the second conductive portion (2330b) of the third side portion (2330) may be separated by a first non-conductive portion (2351). For example, the third conductive portion (2340a) and the fourth conductive portion (2340b) of the fourth side portion (2340) may be separated by a second non-conductive portion (2361). For example, the non-conductive portions (2351, 2361) may be filled internally with a non-conductive material.

[0323] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2300) may include connecting circuitry (2352, 2362). For example, the connecting circuitry (2352, 2362) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connecting circuitry (2352, 2362) may include at least one inductor. For example, the connecting circuitry (2352, 2362) may include at least one switching element.

[0324] According to one embodiment, the first connection circuit portion (2352) may be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (2330a) and the second conductive portion (2330b). For example, the first connection circuit portion (2352) may be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (2330a) through the first connection point (2331a). For example, the first connection circuit portion (2352) may be electrically connected to the second conductive portion (2330b) through the second connection point (2331b). For example, the first connection point (2331a) may be arranged to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2351) in a first direction (e.g., the +y direction). For example, the second connection point (2331b) may be arranged to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2351) in a second direction (e.g., the -y direction).

[0325] According to one embodiment, the first connection circuit portion (2352) may include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element or an inductive electrical element) to the first conductive portion (2331a) and the second conductive portion (2331b). For example, the switching element may electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the first connection circuit portion (2352) to the first conductive portion (2330a) and the second conductive portion (2330b) such that the first connection circuit portion (2352) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0326] In one embodiment, the first connection circuit portion (2352) may include a switching element that electrically opens or shorts the first connection circuit portion (2352) and / or a component of the first connection circuit portion (2352). For example, the first connection circuit portion (2352) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects the first conductive portion (2330a) and the second conductive portion (2330b). For example, the first connection circuit portion (2352) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects a component of the first connection circuit portion (2352) to another component.

[0327] According to one embodiment, the second connection circuit portion (2362) may be electrically connected to the third conductive portion (2340a) and the fourth conductive portion (2340b). For example, the second connection circuit portion (2362) may be electrically connected to the third conductive portion (2340a) through the third connection point (2341a). For example, the second connection circuit portion (2362) may be electrically connected to the fourth conductive portion (2340b) through the fourth connection point (2341b). For example, the third connection point (2341a) may be arranged to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2361) along a first direction (e.g., the +x direction). For example, the fourth connection point (2341b) may be arranged to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2361) along a second direction (e.g., the -x direction).

[0328] According to one embodiment, the second connection circuit portion (2362) may include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element or an inductive electrical element) to the third conductive portion (2341a) and the fourth conductive portion (2341b). For example, the switching element may electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the second connection circuit portion (2362) to the third conductive portion (2340a) and the fourth conductive portion (2340b) such that the second connection circuit portion (2362) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0329] In one embodiment, the second connection circuit portion (2362) may include a switching element that electrically opens or shorts the second connection circuit portion (2362) and / or a component of the second connection circuit portion (2362). For example, the second connection circuit portion (2362) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects the third conductive portion (2340a) and the fourth conductive portion (2340b). For example, the second connection circuit portion (2362) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects a component of the second connection circuit portion (2362) to another component.

[0330] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2350) may include a ground point (2363). For example, the ground point (2363) may be located at the fourth conductive portion (2340b) of the fourth side portion (2340).

[0331] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2350) may be grounded via a grounding point (2463). For example, the grounding point (2363) may be electrically connected to the second PCB (2304) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the first antenna (2350) may be grounded via the second PCB (2304).

[0332] In one embodiment, the first antenna (2350) can be grounded through the first point (2302a) of the support member (2302). For example, the first conductive portion (2330a) and the support member (2302) are formed integrally, so that the first antenna (2350) can be grounded through the first point (2302a) of the support member (2302) adjacent to the first conductive portion (2330a).

[0333] According to one embodiment, the first point (2302a) of the support member (2302) may be spaced apart from the ground point (2363) by a first distance along the longitudinal direction (e.g., +y direction) of the electronic device (2300) and by a second distance along the width direction (e.g., +x direction) of the electronic device (2300). The sum of the first distance and the second distance may correspond to a resonant length at which the resonant frequency of the first antenna (2350) is determined.

[0334] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2350) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry (2353). For example, the first antenna (2350) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (2353) connected to the feed point (2354). For example, the feed point (2354) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2353) of the second PCB (2304) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip). The feed point (2354) can be electrically connected to the second connection point (2331b). The second connection point (2331b) can operate as the feed point (2354).

[0335] In one embodiment, the feed point (2354) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2353) via an impedance tuning circuit (2355). For example, the first antenna (2350) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuit (2355). For example, the impedance tuning circuit (2355) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuit (2355) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (2355) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (2354) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (2353). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (2355) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor, an inductor) to the feed point (2354) so ​​that the impedance of the first antenna (2350) changes.

[0336] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2350) may include slots (2391, 2392, 2393). For example, the first slot (2391) may be formed between the third side portion (2330) and the support member (2302) along the longitudinal direction (y-axis direction) of the electronic device (2300). For example, the second slot (2392) may be formed between the third side portion (2330) and the fourth side portion (2340) and the support member (2302) along the longitudinal direction (y-axis direction) and the width direction (x-axis direction) of the electronic device (2300). For example, the third slot (2393) may be formed between the fourth side portion (2340) and the support member (2302) along the width direction (x-axis direction) of the electronic device (2300). For example, a first slot (2391) may be formed between a first point (2302a) and a first non-conductive portion (2351). For example, a second slot (2392) may be formed between a first non-conductive portion (2351) and a second non-conductive portion (2361). For example, a third slot (2393) may be formed between a first second non-conductive portion (2361) and a ground point (2393).

[0337] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2350) can operate as an inverted-F antenna (IFA) via the first conductive portion (2330a), the second conductive portion (2330b), the third conductive portion (2340a), and the fourth conductive portion (2340b) and / or as a slot antenna via the first slot (2391), the second slot (2392), and the third slot (2393).

[0338] In one embodiment, the second antenna (2370) can transmit and receive RF signals through the first side portion (2310) and the fourth side portion (2340). For example, the second antenna (2370) can transmit and receive RF signals through the fifth conductive portion (2340c) of the fourth side portion (2340) and the sixth conductive portion (2310a) of the first side portion (2310). The fifth conductive portion (2340c) of the fourth side portion (2340) can be connected to the sixth conductive portion (2310a).

[0339] In one embodiment, the second antenna (2370) can be grounded through the second point (2302b) of the support member (2302). For example, since a portion of the first side portion (2310) and the support member (2302) are formed integrally, the second antenna (2370) can be grounded through the second point (2302b) of the support member (2302) adjacent to the sixth conductive portion (2310a) of the first side portion (2310).

[0340] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (2370) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry (2373) through the wireless communication circuitry. For example, the second antenna (2370) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (2373) connected to the feed point (2372). For example, the feed point (2372) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2373) of the second PCB (204) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip).

[0341] In one embodiment, the feed point (2372) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2373) via an impedance tuning circuit (2374). For example, the second antenna (2370) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (2374). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2374) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2374) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (2374) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (2372) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (2373). For example, a switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (2374) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the feed point (2372) so as to change the impedance of the second antenna (2370).

[0342] In one embodiment, the second antenna (2370) can transmit and receive RF signals through at least a portion of the slot (2395). For example, the slot (2395) can be formed between the sixth conductive portion (2310a) of the first side portion (2310) and the fifth conductive portion (2340c) of the fourth side portion (2340) and the support member (2302). For example, the second antenna (2370) can transmit and receive RF signals through the slot (2395) between the non-conductive member (2371) and the second point (2302b) of the support member (2302).

[0343] FIG. 24 is a diagram illustrating an antenna of an electronic device according to one embodiment. The electronic device (2400) of FIG. 24 may correspond to the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIG. 1. For example, the electronic device (2400) of FIG. 24 may include a foldable smart phone in a flip shape.

[0344] Referring to FIG. 24, an electronic device (2400) may include a housing (2401). The housing (2401) may form an exterior of the electronic device (2400). The housing (2401) may fix and support internal components of the electronic device (2400). For example, the housing (2401) may provide a space in which the internal components of the electronic device (2400) may be mounted and a support member (2402). The support member (2402) may fix and support the components mounted in the internal space of the housing (2401). For example, the support member (2402) may fix and support a PCB (2403, 2404), an FPCB (2405), a battery (2406), and a camera (2408). For example, the support member (2402) may include a bracket. For example, the support member (2402) may comprise a portion of a rear (or lower) member of the electronic device.

[0345] In one embodiment, the housing (2401) may include a first housing (2401a), a second housing (2401b), and a hinge assembly (2407). The first housing (2401a) and the second housing (2402b) may be rotatably coupled via the hinge assembly (2407). For example, the first housing (2401a) may be coupled with the second housing (2401b) such that a first surface of the first housing (2401a) rotates toward a first surface of the second housing (2401b).

[0346] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2400) may include PCBs (2403, 2404). For example, the electronic device (2400) may include a first PCB (2403) on which a processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1) or a memory (e.g., memory (130) of FIG. 1) is disposed. For example, the electronic device (2400) may include a second PCB (2404) connected to an antenna (2450, 2470).

[0347] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2400) may include an FPCB (2405). For example, the electronic device (2400) may include an FPCB (2405) that electrically connects a first PCB (2403) and a second PCB (2404). The components of the electronic device (2400) are electrically connected to each other, so that the grounds of the support member (2402) and the PCBs (2403, 2404) are electrically connected, and may function as grounds of the antennas (2450, 2470).

[0348] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2400) may include a battery (2406). For example, the electronic device (2400) may include a battery (2406) that supplies power to at least one component of the electronic device (2400). The battery (2406) may correspond to the battery (189) described above with reference to FIG. 1. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0349] According to one embodiment, the first housing (2401a) and the second housing (2401b) may include a front (or upper) member, a rear (or lower) member, and a side portion. The front member of the first housing (2401a) may include a surface through which a screen of a display of the electronic device (2400) is exposed to the outside. The rear member of the first housing (2401a) may include a surface opposite the front member. The rear member of the first housing (2401a) may include a surface through which a screen of another display of the electronic device (2400) is exposed to the outside. The front member of the second housing (2401b) may include a surface through which a screen of a display of the electronic device (2400) is exposed to the outside. The rear member of the second housing (2401b) may include a surface opposite the front member.

[0350] For example, the first housing (2401a) may include a first side portion (2411) and a third side portion (2430a) extending along a longitudinal direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the electronic device (2400). The first housing (2401a) may include a second side portion (2420) extending along a width direction (e.g., x-axis direction) of the electronic device (2400). The first housing (2401a) may be disposed between the first side portion (2411) and the third side portion (2430a) and coupled to one side of a hinge assembly (2407) disposed parallel to the second side portion (2420).

[0351] For example, the second housing (2401b) may include a first side portion (2412) and a third side portion (2430b) extending along a longitudinal direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the electronic device (2400). The second housing (2401b) may include a fourth side portion (2440) extending along a width direction (e.g., x-axis direction) of the electronic device (2400). The second housing (2401b) may be disposed between the first side portion (2412) and the third side portion (2430b) and coupled to the other side of a hinge assembly (2407) disposed parallel to the fourth side portion (2440).

[0352] For example, the side portions (2411, 2412, 2420, 2430a, 2430b, 2440) may extend from the rear member to the front member along the height direction (e.g., the -z direction) of the electronic device (2400). For example, the side portions (2411, 2412, 2420, 2430a, 2430b, 2440) may surround a space between the front member and the rear member.

[0353] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2400) may include antennas (2450, 2470). For example, the electronic device (2400) may include a first antenna (2450) that transmits and receives signals using the third side portion (2430b) and the fourth side portion (2440). For example, the electronic device (2400) may include a second antenna (2470) that transmits and receives signals using the fourth side portion (2440) and the first side portion (2412). The antennas included in the electronic device (2400) are not limited to the disclosed antennas (2450, 2470), and may include more or fewer antennas. The antennas included in the electronic device (2400) may be configured in various forms as needed. Additionally, the antenna included in the electronic device (2400) may be configured to transmit and receive signals using at least one of the first side portion (2412), the third side portion (2430b), or the fourth side portion (2440), as required. The first antenna (2450) and the second antenna (2470) described below may also be analogically applied to other antennas that may be present in the electronic device (2400).

[0354] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2450) can transmit and receive RF signals through conductive portions (2431a, 2431b, 2440a, 2440b). For example, the first antenna (2450) can transmit and receive RF signals through the first conductive portion (2431a), the second conductive portion (2431b) of the third side portion (2430b), the third conductive portion (2440a) and the fourth conductive portion (2440b) of the fourth side portion (2440). For example, the second conductive portion (2431b) of the third side portion (2430b) can be connected to the third conductive portion (2440a) of the fourth side portion (2440). For example, the first conductive portion (2431a) and the second conductive portion (2431b) of the third side portion (2430b) may be separated by a first non-conductive portion (2451). For example, the third conductive portion (2440a) and the fourth conductive portion (2440b) of the fourth side portion (2440) may be separated by a second non-conductive portion (2461). For example, the non-conductive portions (2451, 2461) may be filled internally with a non-conductive material.

[0355] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2450) may include connecting circuitry (2452, 2462). For example, the connecting circuitry (2452, 2462) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connecting circuitry (2452, 2462) may include at least one inductor. For example, the connecting circuitry (2452, 2462) may include at least one switching element.

[0356] According to one embodiment, the first connection circuit portion (2452) may be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (2431a) and the second conductive portion (2431b). For example, the first connection circuit portion (2452) may be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (2431a) through the first connection point (2432a). For example, the first connection circuit portion (2452) may be electrically connected to the second conductive portion (2431b) through the second connection point (2432b). For example, the first connection point (2432a) may be arranged to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2451) in a first direction (e.g., the +y direction). For example, the second connection point (2432b) may be arranged to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2451) in a second direction (e.g., the -y direction).

[0357] According to one embodiment, the first connection circuit portion (2452) may include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element or an inductive electrical element) to the first conductive portion (2431a) and the second conductive portion (2431b). For example, the switching element may electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the first connection circuit portion (2452) to the first conductive portion (2431a) and the second conductive portion (2431b) such that the first connection circuit portion (2452) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0358] In one embodiment, the first connection circuit portion (2452) may include a switching element that electrically opens or shorts the first connection circuit portion (2452) and / or a component of the first connection circuit portion (2452). For example, the first connection circuit portion (2452) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects the first conductive portion (2431a) and the second conductive portion (2431b). For example, the first connection circuit portion (2452) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects a component of the first connection circuit portion (2452) to another component.

[0359] According to one embodiment, the second connection circuit portion (2462) may be electrically connected to the third conductive portion (2440a) and the fourth conductive portion (2440b). For example, the second connection circuit portion (2462) may be electrically connected to the third conductive portion (2440a) through the third connection point (2441a). For example, the second connection circuit portion (2462) may be electrically connected to the fourth conductive portion (2440b) through the fourth connection point (2441b). For example, the third connection point (2441a) may be arranged to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2461) along a first direction (e.g., the +x direction). For example, the fourth connection point (2441b) may be arranged to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2461) along a second direction (e.g., the -x direction).

[0360] According to one embodiment, the second connection circuit portion (2462) may include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element or an inductive electrical element) to the third conductive portion (2441a) and the fourth conductive portion (2441b). For example, the switching element may electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the first connection circuit portion (2462) to the third conductive portion (2440a) and the fourth conductive portion (2440b) such that the first connection circuit portion (2462) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0361] In one embodiment, the second connection circuit portion (2452) may include a switching element that electrically opens or shorts the second connection circuit portion (2462) and / or a component of the second connection circuit portion (2462). For example, the second connection circuit portion (2462) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects the third conductive portion (2440a) and the fourth conductive portion (2440b). For example, the second connection circuit portion (2462) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects a component of the second connection circuit portion (2462) to another component.

[0362] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2450) may include a ground point (2463). For example, the ground point (2463) may be located at the fourth conductive portion (2440b) of the fourth side portion (2440).

[0363] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2450) may be grounded via a grounding point (2463). For example, the grounding point (2463) may be electrically connected to the second PCB (2404) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the first antenna (2450) may be grounded via the second PCB (2404).

[0364] In one embodiment, the first antenna (2450) can be grounded through the first point (2402a) of the support member (2402). For example, the first conductive portion (2431a) and the support member (2402) are formed integrally, so that the first antenna (2450) can be grounded through the first point (2402a) of the support member (2402) adjacent to the first conductive portion (2431a).

[0365] According to one embodiment, the first point (2402a) of the support member (2402) may be spaced apart from the ground point (2463) by a first distance along the longitudinal direction (e.g., +y direction) of the electronic device (200) and by a second distance along the width direction (e.g., +x direction) of the electronic device (200). The sum of the first distance and the second distance may correspond to a resonant length at which the resonant frequency of the first antenna (2450) is determined.

[0366] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2450) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry through the wireless communication circuitry (2453). For example, the first antenna (2450) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (2453) connected to the feed point (2454). For example, the feed point (2454) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2453) of the second PCB (2404) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip). The feed point (2454) can be electrically connected to the second connection point (2432b). The second connection point (2432b) can operate as the feed point (2454).

[0367] In one embodiment, the feed point (2454) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2453) via an impedance tuning circuit (2455). For example, the first antenna (2450) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (2455). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2455) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2455) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (2455) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (2454) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (2453). For example, a switching element of an impedance tuning circuit (2455) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the feed point (2454) so ​​as to change the impedance of the first antenna (2450).

[0368] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2450) may include slots (2491, 2492, 2493). For example, the first slot (2491) may be formed between the third side portion (2430b) and the support member (2402) along the longitudinal direction (y-axis direction) of the electronic device (2400). For example, the second slot (2492) may be formed between the third side portion (2430b) and the fourth side portion (2440) and the support member (2402) along the longitudinal direction (y-axis direction) and the width direction (x-axis direction) of the electronic device (2400). For example, the third slot (2493) may be formed between the fourth side portion (2440) and the support member (2402) along the width direction (x-axis direction) of the electronic device (2400). For example, a first slot (2491) may be formed between a first point (2402a) and a first non-conductive portion (2451). For example, a second slot (2492) may be formed between a first non-conductive portion (2451) and a second non-conductive portion (2461). For example, a third slot (2493) may be formed between a first second non-conductive portion (2461) and a ground point (2493).

[0369] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2450) can operate as an inverted-F antenna (IFA) via the first conductive portion (2439a), the second conductive portion (2431b), the third conductive portion (2440a), and the fourth conductive portion (2440b) and / or as a slot antenna via the first slot (2491), the second slot (2492), and the third slot (2493).

[0370] In one embodiment, the second antenna (2470) can transmit and receive RF signals through the first side portion (2412) and the fourth side portion (2440). For example, the second antenna (2470) can transmit and receive RF signals through the fifth conductive portion (2440c) of the fourth side portion (2440) and the sixth conductive portion (2410a) of the first side portion (2410). The fifth conductive portion (2440c) of the fourth side portion (2440) can be connected to the sixth conductive portion (2410a).

[0371] In one embodiment, the second antenna (2470) can be grounded through the second point (2402b) of the support member (2402). For example, a portion of the first side portion (2410) and the support member (2402) are formed integrally, such that the second antenna (2470) can be grounded through the second point (2402b) of the support member (2402) adjacent to the sixth conductive portion (2410a) of the first side portion (2410).

[0372] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (2470) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry through the wireless communication circuitry (2473). For example, the second antenna (2470) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (2473) connected to the feed point (2472). For example, the feed point (2472) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2473) of the second PCB (204) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip).

[0373] In one embodiment, the feed point (2472) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2473) via an impedance tuning circuit (2474). For example, the second antenna (2470) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (2474). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2474) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2474) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (2474) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (2472) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (2473). For example, a switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (2474) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the feed point (2472) so as to change the impedance of the second antenna (2470).

[0374] In one embodiment, the second antenna (2470) can transmit and receive RF signals through at least a portion of the slot (2495). For example, the slot (2495) can be formed between the sixth conductive portion (2410a) of the first side portion (2410) and the fifth conductive portion (2440c) of the fourth side portion (2440) and the support member (2402). For example, the second antenna (2470) can transmit and receive RF signals through the slot (2495) between the non-conductive member (2471) and the second point (2402b) of the support member (2402).

[0375] FIG. 25 is a diagram illustrating an antenna module of an electronic device according to one embodiment. The electronic device (2500) of FIG. 25 may correspond to the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIG. 1. For example, the electronic device (2500) of FIG. 25 may include a foldable electronic device (e.g., a foldable smartphone).

[0376] Referring to FIG. 25, an electronic device (2500) may include a housing (2501). The housing (2501) may form an exterior of the electronic device (2500). The housing (2501) may fix and support internal components of the electronic device (2500). For example, the housing (2501) may provide a space and a support member in which the internal components of the electronic device (2500) may be mounted. The support member may fix and support the components mounted in the internal space of the housing (2501). For example, the support member may fix and support a PCB (2503, 2504), an FPCB (2505), a battery (2506), or a camera (2507). For example, the support member may include a bracket. For example, the support member may include a portion of a rear (or bottom) member of the electronic device.

[0377] In one embodiment, the housing (2541) may include a first housing (not shown), a second housing (2501b), and a hinge assembly (2501c). The first housing (not shown) and the second housing (2502b) may be rotatably coupled via the hinge assembly (2501c). For example, the first housing (not shown) may be coupled with the second housing (2501b) such that a first surface of the first housing (not shown) rotates toward a first surface of the second housing (2501b).

[0378] According to one embodiment, the first housing (not shown) and the second housing (2501b) may include a front (or upper) member, a rear (or lower) member, and a side portion. The front member of the first housing (not shown) may include a surface on which a screen of a display of the electronic device (2500) is exposed to the outside together with the front member of the second housing (2501b) when the first housing (not shown) is rotated away from the second housing (2501b). The rear member of the first housing (not shown) may include a surface opposite the front member. The rear member of the first housing (not shown) may include a surface on which a screen of another display of the electronic device (2500) is exposed to the outside. The rear member of the second housing (2501b) may include a surface opposite the front member.

[0379] The embodiments disclosed below are described based on the second housing (2501b), but are not limited thereto. Embodiments utilizing the second housing (2501b) can be analogously applied to embodiments utilizing the first housing (not shown). Duplicate details are omitted.

[0380] For example, the second housing (2501b) may include a first side portion (2510) extending along a longitudinal direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the electronic device (2500). The first housing (not shown) may include a second side portion (2520) and a fourth side portion (2520) extending along a width direction (e.g., x-axis direction) of the electronic device (2500). The second housing (2501b) may be disposed between the second side portion (2520) and the fourth side portion (2540) and coupled to one side of a hinge assembly (2501c) disposed parallel to the first side portion (2510). The other side of the hinge assembly (2501c) may be coupled to one side member of the first housing (not shown).

[0381] For example, the side portions (2510, 2520, 2540) of the second housing (2501b) may extend from the rear member to the front member along the height direction (e.g., the -z direction) of the electronic device (2400). For example, the side portions (2510, 2520, 2540) may surround a space between the front member and the rear member.

[0382] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2500) may include PCBs (2503, 2504). For example, the electronic device (2500) may include a first PCB (2503) on which a processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1) or a memory (e.g., memory (130) of FIG. 1) is disposed. For example, the electronic device (2500) may include a second PCB (2504) connected to an antenna (2580, 2590).

[0383] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2500) may include an FPCB (2505). For example, the electronic device (2500) may include an FPCB (2505) that electrically connects a first PCB (2503) and a second PCB (2504). The components of the electronic device (2500) are electrically connected to each other, so that the support member (2509) and the grounds of the PCBs (2503, 2504) are electrically connected, and may function as grounds of the antennas (2580, 2590).

[0384] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2500) may include a battery (2506). For example, the electronic device (2500) may include a battery (2506) that supplies power to at least one component of the electronic device (2500). The battery (2506) may correspond to the battery (189) described above with reference to FIG. 1. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0385] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2500) may include antennas (2580, 2590). For example, the electronic device (2500) may include a first antenna (2590) that transmits and receives signals using the first side portion (2510) and the fourth side portion (2540) of the second housing (2501b). For example, the electronic device (2500) may include a second antenna (2580) that transmits and receives signals using the fourth side portion (2540). The antennas included in the electronic device (2500) are not limited to the disclosed antennas (2580, 2590), and may include more or fewer antennas. The antennas included in the electronic device (2500) may be configured in various forms as needed. Additionally, the antenna included in the electronic device (2500) may be configured to transmit and receive signals using at least one of the first side portion (2510), the second side portion (2520), or the fourth side portion (2540), as required. The first antenna (2590) and the second antenna (2580) described below may also be analogically applied to other antennas that may be present in the electronic device (2500).

[0386] In one embodiment, the first antenna (2590) can transmit and receive RF signals through the conductive portions (2510a, 2510b, 2540b). For example, the first antenna (2590) can transmit and receive RF signals through the first conductive portion (2510a), the second conductive portion (2510b) of the first side portion (2510), and the third conductive portion (2540b) of the fourth side portion (2540). For example, the second conductive portion (2510b) of the first side portion (2510) can be connected to the third conductive portion (2540b) of the fourth side portion (2540). For example, the first conductive portion (2510a) and the second conductive portion (2510b) of the third side portion (2540) can be separated by the first non-conductive portion (2591). For example, the third conductive portion (2540b) and the fourth conductive portion (2540a) of the fourth side portion (2540) may be separated by a second non-conductive portion (2542). For example, the non-conductive portions (2591, 2542, 2541) may be filled internally with a non-conductive material.

[0387] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2590) may be grounded via ground points (2593, 2594). For example, the first ground point (2594) and / or the second ground point (2593) may be electrically connected to the second PCB (2504) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the first antenna (2590) may be grounded via the second PCB (2504).

[0388] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2590) may include a connecting circuit (2592). For example, the connecting circuit (2592) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connecting circuit (2592) may include at least one inductor. For example, the connecting circuit (2592) may include at least one switching element.

[0389] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2590) may include a connecting circuit (2592). For example, the connecting circuit (2592) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connecting circuit (2592) may include at least one inductor. For example, the connecting circuit (2592) may include at least one switching element.

[0390] In one embodiment, the connection circuit (2592) can be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (2510a) and the second conductive portion (2510b). For example, the connection circuit (2592) can be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (2510a) through the first connection point (2511a). For example, the connection circuit (2592) can be electrically connected to the second conductive portion (2510b) through the second connection point (2511b). For example, the first connection point (2511a) can be positioned to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2591) along a first direction (e.g., +y direction). For example, the second connection point (2511b) can be positioned to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2591) along a second direction (e.g., -y direction).

[0391] According to one embodiment, the connecting circuit (2592) may include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element or an inductive electrical element) to the first conductive portion (2510a) and the second conductive portion (2510b). For example, the switching element may electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the connecting circuit (2592) to the first conductive portion (2510a) and the second conductive portion (2510b) such that the connecting circuit (2592) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0392] In one embodiment, the connecting circuitry (2592) may include a switching element that electrically opens or closes the connecting circuitry (2592) and / or components of the connecting circuitry (2592). For example, the connecting circuitry (2592) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects the connecting circuitry (2592) to the first conductive portion (2510a) and the second conductive portion (2510b). For example, the connecting circuitry (2592) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects components of the connecting circuitry (2592) to other components.

[0393] In one embodiment, the ground points (2593, 2594) may be connected to impedance tuning circuits (2596, 2597). For example, the impedance tuning circuits (2596, 2597) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuits (2596, 2597) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuits (2596, 2597) may electrically connect or disconnect the ground points (2593, 2594) and the second PCB (2504) such that the first antenna (2590) is grounded or not grounded at the ground points (2593, 2594). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuit (2596, 2597) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the first conductive portion (2510a) and the second conductive portion (2510b) so as to change the impedance of the first antenna (2590).

[0394] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2590) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry through the wireless communication circuitry (2595). For example, the first antenna (2590) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (2595) connected to the feed point (2511c). For example, the feed point (2511c) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2595) of the second PCB (2504) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip). The feed point (2511c) can be electrically connected to the second connection point (2511b). The second connection point (2511b) can operate as the feed point (2511c).

[0395] In one embodiment, the feed point (2511c) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2595) via an impedance tuning circuit (2598). For example, the first antenna (2590) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (2598). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2598) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2598) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (2598) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (2511c) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (2595). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (2598) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor, an inductor) to the feed point (2511c) so that the impedance of the first antenna (2590) changes.

[0396] In one embodiment, the first antenna (2590) may include a slot (2570). For example, the slot (2570) may be formed between the first side portion (2510) and the fourth side portion (2540) and the support member along the longitudinal direction (y-axis direction) of the electronic device (2500). For example, the slot (2570) may include a first slot (2570a) and a second slot (2570b). For example, the first slot (2570a) and the second slot (2570b) may be connected. For example, the first slot (2570a) may be formed between the first ground point (2594) and the non-conductive portion (2591). For example, the second slot (2570b) may be formed between the second ground point (2593) and the non-conductive portion (2591). For example, the electronic device (2500) can transmit and receive RF signals through the slot (2570).

[0397] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (2580) can transmit and receive RF signals through the fourth side portion (2540). For example, the second antenna (2580) can transmit and receive RF signals through the fourth conductive portion (2540a) of the fourth side portion (2540). The fourth conductive portion (2540a) can be positioned between the second non-conductive portion (2542) and the third non-conductive portion (2541).

[0398] In one embodiment, the second antenna (2580) may be grounded via a third ground point (2584). For example, the third ground point (2584) may be electrically connected to the second PCB (2504) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the second antenna (2580) may be grounded via the second PCB (2504).

[0399] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (2580) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry (2581) through the wireless communication circuitry. For example, the second antenna (2580) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (2581) connected to the feed point (2582). For example, the feed point (2582) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2581) of the second PCB (2504) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip).

[0400] In one embodiment, the feed point (2582) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2581) via an impedance tuning circuit (2583). For example, the second antenna (2580) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (2583). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2583) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2583) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (2583) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (2582) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (2581). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (2583) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the feed point (2582) so that the impedance of the second antenna (2580) changes.

[0401] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (2580) may include a slot (2560). For example, the slot (2560) may be formed between the fourth side portion (2540) and the support member along the width direction (x-axis direction) of the electronic device (2500). For example, the slot (2560) may be positioned between the second non-conductive portion (2542) and the third non-conductive portion (2541). For example, the electronic device (2500) may transmit and receive RF signals through the slot (2560).

[0402] The electronic device (2500) of FIG. 25 can be analogically applied to the embodiments of the electronic device described above with reference to FIGS. 2 to 23.

[0403] According to the disclosed embodiment, a foldable electronic device (e.g., a foldable smart phone) can transmit and receive signals through at least one side portion using the antenna of the present disclosure.

[0404] FIG. 26 is a diagram illustrating an antenna of an electronic device according to one embodiment. The electronic device (2600) of FIG. 26 may correspond to the electronic device (101) described above with reference to FIG. 1. In addition, it may correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. For example, the electronic device of FIG. 26 may include a smart pad (tablet computer). FIG. 26 is a diagram illustrating an antenna (2690) of the electronic device (2600), and briefly illustrates other configurations of the electronic device (2600).

[0405] Referring to FIG. 26, an electronic device (2600) may include a housing (2601) and an antenna (2690). The first side portion (2610) may be analogously applied to the first side portion (211) described above with reference to FIG. 2. The antenna (2690) and components of the antenna (2690) (e.g., non-conductive portion (2691), connection circuit portion (2692), first ground point (2693), second ground point (2694), and feed point (2695)) may be analogically applied to the first antenna (e.g., first antenna (290) of FIG. 2) and components (non-conductive portion (211c), connection circuit portion (292), first ground point (294), second ground point (293), and feed point (295)) described above with reference to FIG. 2.

[0406] The housing (2601) can form the exterior of the electronic device (2600). It can fix and support internal components of the electronic device (2600). For example, the housing (2601) can provide a space in which internal components of the electronic device (2600) can be installed, and can fix and support the installed components. The housing (2601) can include side portions extending along the longitudinal direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the electronic device (2600) and side portions extending along the width direction (e.g., x-axis direction) of the electronic device (2600).

[0407] The antenna (2690) can transmit and receive signals through at least one of the side portions of the electronic device (2600). For example, the antenna (2690) can radiate signals through at least one conductive portion among the side portions. In the present embodiment, an embodiment in which the antenna (2690) transmits and receives signals through a first side portion (2610) among the side portions is described. However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0408] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2690) may include a plurality of ground points (2693, 2694). For example, the first ground point (2693) may be disposed at a first point of the first side portion (2610). For example, the second ground point (2694) may be disposed at a second point of the first side portion. The first point and the second point may be spaced apart by a predetermined distance along the width direction (e.g., the x-axis direction) of the electronic device (2600).

[0409] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2690) may include at least one non-conductive portion (2691). For example, the non-conductive portion (2691) may be positioned at a third point of the first side portion. The third point may be located between the first point and the second point. The non-conductive portion (2691) may include a non-conductive material.

[0410] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2690) may include at least one connecting circuitry (2692). For example, the antenna (2690) may include at least one connecting circuitry (2692) connected to conductive members on either side of the non-conductive portion (2691).

[0411] In one embodiment, the antenna (2690) may be provided with an RF signal from a wireless communication circuitry through a feed point (2695). For example, the electronic device (2600) may provide an RF signal to the antenna (2690) through a feed point (2695) positioned near a non-conductive portion (2691). For example, the feed point (2695) may be positioned opposite the center of the electronic device with respect to the non-conductive portion (2691).

[0412] The electronic device (2600) of FIG. 26 can be analogically applied to the embodiments of the electronic device described above with reference to FIGS. 2 to 23.

[0413] According to the disclosed embodiment, a smart pad (tablet computer) can transmit and receive signals through at least one side portion using the antenna of the present disclosure.

[0414] FIG. 27 is a diagram illustrating an antenna of an electronic device according to one embodiment. The electronic device (2700) of FIG. 27 may correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. For example, the electronic device (2700) of FIG. 27 may include an electronic device including a rollable display.

[0415] Referring to FIG. 27, an electronic device (2700) may include a housing (2701). The housing (2701) may form an exterior of the electronic device (2700). The housing (2701) may fix and support internal components of the electronic device (2700). For example, the housing (2701) may provide a space and a support member in which the internal components of the electronic device (2700) may be mounted. The support member may fix and support the components mounted in the internal space of the housing (2701). For example, the support member may fix and support a PCB (2703, 2704), an FPCB (2705), a battery (2706), or a camera (2707). For example, the support member may include a bracket. For example, the support member may include a portion of a rear (or lower) member of the electronic device (2700).

[0416] According to one embodiment, the housing (2701) may include a first housing (2701a), a second housing (2701b), and a coupling member (not shown). The second housing (2701b) may be slidably coupled to the first housing (2701a) in a first direction (e.g., the x-axis direction). The second housing (2701b) may be coupled to be inserted into or withdrawn from the first housing (2701a) through the coupling member (not shown).

[0417] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2790) can be disposed in at least one of the first housing (2701a) or the second housing (2701b). For example, the antenna (2790) can transmit and receive signals through at least one conductive portion among the side portions of the first housing (2701a) or the side portions of the second housing (2701b).

[0418] The embodiments disclosed below are described based on the first housing (2701a), but are not limited thereto. Embodiments utilizing the first housing (2701a) can be analogously applied to embodiments utilizing the second housing (2701b). Duplicate details are omitted.

[0419] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2790) can transmit and receive RF signals through a side portion of the first housing (2701a). For example, the first antenna (2790) can transmit and receive signals through a side portion that is positioned on a side of the first housing (2701a) that is not coupled to the second housing (2701b). For example, the first antenna (2790) can transmit and receive signals through a first side portion (2710) of the side portions of the first housing (2701a). The first side portion (2710) can be positioned on the other side opposite to the side through which the second housing (2701b) is inserted or removed.

[0420] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2700) may include PCBs (2703, 2704). For example, the electronic device (2700) may include a first PCB (2703) on which a processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1) or a memory (e.g., memory (130) of FIG. 1) is disposed. For example, the electronic device (2700) may include a second PCB (2704) connected to an antenna (2790, 2780).

[0421] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2700) may include an FPCB (2705). For example, the electronic device (2700) may include an FPCB (2705) that electrically connects a first PCB (2703) and a second PCB (2704). The components of the electronic device (2700) are electrically connected to each other, so that the support member and the ground of the PCBs (2703, 2704) are electrically connected, and may function as a ground of the antennas (2780, 2790).

[0422] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2700) may include a battery (2706). For example, the electronic device (2700) may include a battery (2706) that supplies power to at least one component of the electronic device (2700). The battery (2706) may correspond to the battery (189) described above with reference to FIG. 1. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0423] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (2700) may include antennas (2780, 2790). For example, the electronic device (2700) may include a first antenna (2790) that transmits and receives signals using the first side portion (2710) and the fourth side portion (2740) of the first housing (2701a). For example, the electronic device (2700) may include a second antenna (2780) that transmits and receives signals using the fourth side portion (2740). The antennas included in the electronic device (2700) are not limited to the disclosed antennas (2780, 2790), and may include more or fewer antennas. The antennas included in the electronic device (2700) may be formed in various shapes as needed. Additionally, the antenna included in the electronic device (2700) may be configured to transmit and receive signals using at least one of the first side portion (2710), the second side portion (2720), or the fourth side portion (2740), as required. The first antenna (2790) and the second antenna (2780) described below may also be analogically applied to other antennas that may be present in the electronic device (2700).

[0424] In one embodiment, the first antenna (2790) can transmit and receive RF signals through the conductive portions (2710a, 2710b, 2740b). For example, the first antenna (2790) can transmit and receive RF signals through the first conductive portion (2710a), the second conductive portion (2710b) of the first side portion (2710), and the third conductive portion (2740b) of the fourth side portion (2740). For example, the second conductive portion (2710b) of the first side portion (2710) can be connected to the third conductive portion (2740b) of the fourth side portion (2740). For example, the first conductive portion (2710a) and the second conductive portion (2710b) of the third side portion (2740) can be separated by the first non-conductive portion (2791). For example, the third conductive portion (2740b) and the fourth conductive portion (2740a) of the fourth side portion (2740) may be separated by a second non-conductive portion (2742). For example, the non-conductive portions (2791, 2742, 2741) may be filled internally with a non-conductive material.

[0425] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2790) may be grounded via ground points (2793, 2794). For example, the first ground point (2794) and / or the second ground point (2793) may be electrically connected to the second PCB (2704) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the first antenna (2790) may be grounded via the second PCB (2704).

[0426] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2790) may include a connecting circuit (2792). For example, the connecting circuit (2792) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connecting circuit (2792) may include at least one inductor. For example, the connecting circuit (2792) may include at least one switching element.

[0427] In one embodiment, the connection circuitry (2792) can be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (2710a) and the second conductive portion (2710b). For example, the connection circuitry (2792) can be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (2710a) through the first connection point (2711a). For example, the connection circuitry (2792) can be electrically connected to the second conductive portion (2710b) through the second connection point (2711b). For example, the first connection point (2711a) can be positioned to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2791) along a first direction (e.g., +y direction). For example, the second connection point (2711b) can be positioned to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2791) along a second direction (e.g., -y direction).

[0428] According to one embodiment, the connecting circuitry (2792) can include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element or an inductive electrical element) to the first conductive portion (2710a) and the second conductive portion (2710b). For example, the switching element can electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the connecting circuitry (2792) to the first conductive portion (2710a) and the second conductive portion (2710b) such that the connecting circuitry (2792) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0429] In one embodiment, the connecting circuitry (2792) can include a switching element that electrically opens or closes the connecting circuitry (2792) and / or components of the connecting circuitry (2792). For example, the connecting circuitry (2792) can include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects the connecting circuitry (2792) to the first conductive portion (2710a) and the second conductive portion (2710b). For example, the connecting circuitry (2792) can include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects components of the connecting circuitry (2792) to other components.

[0430] In one embodiment, the ground points (2793, 2794) may be connected to impedance tuning circuits (2796, 2797). For example, the impedance tuning circuits (2796, 2797) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuits (2796, 2797) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuits (2796, 2797) may electrically connect or disconnect the ground points (2793, 2794) and the second PCB (2704) such that the first antenna (2790) is grounded or not grounded at the ground points (2793, 2794). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuit (2796, 2797) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the first conductive portion (2710a) and the second conductive portion (2710b) so as to change the impedance of the first antenna (2790).

[0431] According to one embodiment, the first antenna (2790) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry through the wireless communication circuitry (2795). For example, the first antenna (2790) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (2795) connected to the feed point (2711c). For example, the feed point (2711c) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2795) of the second PCB (2704) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip). The feed point (2711c) can be electrically connected to the second connection point (2711b). The second connection point (2711b) can operate as the feed point (2711c).

[0432] In one embodiment, the feed point (2711c) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2795) via an impedance tuning circuit (2798). For example, the first antenna (2790) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (2798). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2798) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2798) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (2798) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (2711c) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (2795). For example, a switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (2798) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the feed point (2711c) so as to change the impedance of the first antenna (2790).

[0433] In one embodiment, the first antenna (2790) may include a slot (2770). For example, the slot (2770) may be formed between the first side portion (2710) and the fourth side portion (2740) and the support member along the longitudinal direction (y-axis direction) of the electronic device (2700). For example, the slot (2770) may include a first slot (2770a) and a second slot (2770b). For example, the first slot (2770a) may be formed between the first ground point (2794) and the non-conductive portion (2791). For example, the second slot (2770b) may be formed between the second ground point (2793) and the non-conductive portion (2791). For example, the electronic device (2700) may transmit and receive RF signals through the slot (2770).

[0434] In one embodiment, the second antenna (2780) can transmit and receive RF signals through the fourth side portion (2740). For example, the second antenna (2780) can transmit and receive RF signals through the fourth conductive portion (2740a) of the fourth side portion (2740). The fourth conductive portion (2740a) can be positioned between the second non-conductive portion (2742) and the third non-conductive portion (2741).

[0435] In one embodiment, the second antenna (2780) may be grounded via a third ground point (2784). For example, the third ground point (2784) may be electrically connected to the second PCB (2704) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the second antenna (2780) may be grounded via the second PCB (2704).

[0436] According to one embodiment, the second antenna (2780) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry (2781) through the wireless communication circuitry. For example, the second antenna (2780) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (2781) connected to the feed point (2782). For example, the feed point (2782) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2781) of the second PCB (2704) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip).

[0437] In one embodiment, the feed point (2782) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2781) via an impedance tuning circuit (2783). For example, the second antenna (2780) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (2783). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2783) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2783) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (2783) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (2782) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (2781). For example, a switching element of an impedance tuning circuit (2783) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to a feed point (2782) so as to change the impedance of the second antenna (2780).

[0438] In one embodiment, the second antenna (2780) may include a slot (2760). For example, the slot (2760) may be formed between the fourth side portion (2740) and the support member along the width direction (x-axis direction) of the electronic device (2700). For example, the slot (2760) may be positioned between the second non-conductive portion (2742) and the third non-conductive portion (2741). For example, the electronic device (2700) may transmit and receive RF signals through the slot (2760).

[0439] The electronic device (2700) of FIG. 27 can be analogically applied to the embodiments of the electronic device described above with reference to FIGS. 2 to 23.

[0440] According to the disclosed embodiment, an electronic device including a rollable display can transmit and receive signals through at least one side portion using the antenna of the present disclosure.

[0441] FIG. 28 is a drawing for explaining an antenna (2890) of an electronic device according to one embodiment. The electronic device (2800) of FIG. 28 may correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. For example, the electronic device (2800) of FIG. 28 may include an electronic device including a rollable display. FIG. 28 is a drawing for explaining an antenna (2890) of the electronic device (2800), in which another configuration of the electronic device (2800) is briefly illustrated. At least one of the configurations of the electronic device (2800) of FIG. 28 may be analogized to the configurations and embodiments of the electronic device described above with reference to FIGS. 2 to 23. Referring to FIG. 28, the electronic device (2800) may include a first housing (2801), a second housing (2802), and an antenna (2890). The second housing (2802) can be slidably coupled to the first housing (2801) in a first direction (e.g., in the x-axis direction). The second housing (2802) can be coupled to the first housing (2801) so as to be inserted into or extracted from the first housing (2801) through a coupling member (not shown).

[0442] According to one embodiment, the first housing (2801) and the second housing (2802) may form an exterior of the electronic device (2800). They may fix and support internal components of the electronic device (2800). For example, the housing may provide a space in which internal components of the electronic device (2800) may be mounted, and may fix and support the mounted components. The housing may include side portions extending along a longitudinal direction of the electronic device (2800) (e.g., a y-axis direction) and side portions extending along a width direction of the electronic device (2800) (e.g., an x-axis direction).

[0443] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2890) can be disposed in at least one of the first housing (2801) or the second housing (2802). For example, the antenna (2890) can transmit and receive signals through at least one conductive portion among the side portions of the first housing (2801) or the side portions of the second housing (2802).

[0444] The embodiments disclosed below are described based on the first housing (2801), but are not limited thereto. An embodiment utilizing the first housing (2801) can be analogically applied to an embodiment utilizing the second housing (2802). Duplicate details are omitted.

[0445] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2890) can transmit and receive RF signals through the side portions of the first housing (2801). For example, the antenna (2890) can transmit and receive signals through at least one of the first side portion (2810), the second side portion (2820), and the third side portion (2830) among the side portions of the first housing (2801). The disclosed embodiment describes an embodiment in which the antenna (2890) transmits and receives signals through the first side portion (2810), the second side portion (2820), and the third side portion (2830) among the side portions of the first housing (2801). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0446] In one embodiment, the antenna (2890) can transmit and receive RF signals through conductive portions (2810a, 2820a, 2820b, 2830a). For example, the antenna (2890) can transmit and receive RF signals through a first conductive portion (2810a) of a first side portion (2810), a second conductive portion (2820a) and a third conductive portion (2820b) of a second side portion (2820), and a fourth conductive portion (2830a) of a third side portion (2830). For example, the first conductive portion (2810a) of the first side portion (2810) can be connected to the second conductive portion (2820a) of the second side portion (2820). For example, the second conductive portion (2820a) can be separated by the third conductive portion (2820b) and the non-conductive portion (2891). For example, the non-conductive portion (2891) can be filled internally with a non-conductive material.

[0447] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2890) can be grounded via ground points (2893, 2894). For example, the first ground point (2894) and / or the second ground point (2893) can be electrically connected to the PCB (e.g., 204 of FIG. 2) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the antenna (2890) can be grounded via the PCB (e.g., 204 of FIG. 2).

[0448] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2890) may include a connecting circuit (2892). For example, the connecting circuit (2892) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connecting circuit (2892) may include at least one inductor. For example, the connecting circuit (2892) may include at least one switching element.

[0449] In one embodiment, the connection circuitry (2892) can be electrically connected to the second conductive portion (2820a) and the third conductive portion (2820b). For example, the connection circuitry (2892) can be electrically connected to the second conductive portion (2820a) through the first connection point (2821a). For example, the connection circuitry (2892) can be electrically connected to the third conductive portion (2820b) through the second connection point (2821b). For example, the first connection point (2821a) can be positioned to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2891) along a first direction (e.g., the +x direction). For example, the second connection point (2821b) can be positioned to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2891) along a second direction (e.g., the -x direction).

[0450] According to one embodiment, the connecting circuitry (2892) can include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element or an inductive electrical element) to the second conductive portion (2820a) and the third conductive portion (2820b). For example, the switching element can electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the connecting circuitry (2892) to the second conductive portion (2820a) and the third conductive portion (2820b) such that the connecting circuitry (2892) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0451] In one embodiment, the connecting circuitry (2892) may include a switching element that electrically opens or closes the connecting circuitry (2892) and / or a component of the connecting circuitry (2892). For example, the connecting circuitry (2892) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects the connecting circuitry (2892) to the second conductive portion (2820a) and the third conductive portion (2820b). For example, the connecting circuitry (2892) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects a component of the connecting circuitry (2892) to another component.

[0452] In one embodiment, the ground points (2893, 2894) may be connected to impedance tuning circuits (2896, 2897). For example, the impedance tuning circuits (2896, 2897) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuits (2896, 2897) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuits (2896, 2897) may electrically connect or disconnect the ground points (2893, 2894) and a PCB (e.g., 204 of FIG. 2) such that the antenna (2890) is grounded or not grounded at the ground points (2893, 2894). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuit (2896, 2897) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the first conductive portion (2810a) and the fourth conductive portion (2830a) so as to change the impedance of the antenna (2890).

[0453] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2890) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry (2895). For example, the antenna (2890) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (2895) connected to the feed point (2821c). For example, the feed point (2821c) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2895) of a PCB (e.g., 204 of FIG. 2) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip). The feed point (2821c) can be electrically connected to a second connection point (2821b). The second connection point (2812b) can operate as the feed point (2821c).

[0454] In one embodiment, the feed point (2821c) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2895) via an impedance tuning circuit (2898). For example, the antenna (2890) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (2898). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2898) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (2898) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (2898) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (2821c) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (2895). For example, a switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (2898) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the feed point (2821c) so as to change the impedance of the antenna (2890).

[0455] According to the disclosed embodiment, an electronic device including a rollable display can transmit and receive signals through at least one side portion using the antenna (2890) of the present disclosure.

[0456] FIG. 29 is a diagram illustrating an antenna of an electronic device according to one embodiment. The electronic device (2900) of FIG. 29 may correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 1. For example, the electronic device (2900) of FIG. 29 may include a wearable electronic device (e.g., smart glasses or a head-mounted display device). FIG. 29 is a diagram illustrating an antenna (2890) of an electronic device (2800), in which another configuration of the electronic device (2800) is briefly illustrated. At least one of the configurations of the electronic device (2900) of FIG. 29 may be analogically applied to the configurations and embodiments of the electronic device described above with reference to FIGS. 2 to 23.

[0457] Referring to FIG. 29, an electronic device (2900) according to one embodiment may include a frame (2901). For example, the frame (2901) may form an exterior of the electronic device (2900). For example, the frame (2901) may include a temple (2902), a tip (2903), a hinge (2904), a bridge (2905), a nose pad (2906), a rim (2907), and / or a lens.

[0458] In one embodiment, the antenna (2990) can be disposed on at least one of the temple (2902), the rim (2907), or the bridge (2905). For example, the antenna (2990) can transmit and receive signals using conductive portions (2910a, 2910b) disposed on one side of the rim (2907). The disclosed embodiment describes an antenna (2990) that transmits and receives RF signals using a first conductive member (2910a) and a second conductive member (2910b) disposed along a first direction (e.g., an x-axis direction). However, the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0459] In one embodiment, the antenna (2990) can transmit and receive RF signals through conductive portions (2910a, 2910b). For example, the first conductive portion (2910a) can be separated from the second conductive portion (2910b) by a non-conductive portion (2991). For example, the non-conductive portion (2991) can be filled internally with a non-conductive material.

[0460] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2990) can be grounded via ground points (2993, 2994). For example, the first ground point (2994) and / or the second ground point (2993) can be electrically connected to the PCB (e.g., 204 of FIG. 2) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the antenna (2990) can be grounded via the PCB (e.g., 204 of FIG. 2).

[0461] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2990) may include a connecting circuit (2992). For example, the connecting circuit (2992) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connecting circuit (2992) may include at least one inductor. For example, the connecting circuit (2992) may include at least one switching element.

[0462] In one embodiment, the connection circuitry (2992) can be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (2910a) and the second conductive portion (2910b). For example, the connection circuitry (2992) can be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (2910a) through the first connection point (2911a). For example, the connection circuitry (2992) can be electrically connected to the second conductive portion (2910b) through the second connection point (2911b). For example, the first connection point (2911a) can be positioned to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2991) along a first direction (e.g., the -x direction). For example, the second connection point (2911b) can be positioned to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (2991) along a second direction (e.g., the +x direction).

[0463] According to one embodiment, the connecting circuitry (2992) can include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element or an inductive electrical element) to the first conductive portion (2910a) and the second conductive portion (2910b). For example, the switching element can electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the connecting circuitry (2992) to the first conductive portion (2910a) and the second conductive portion (2910b) such that the connecting circuitry (2992) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0464] In one embodiment, the connecting circuitry (2992) may include a switching element that electrically opens or closes the connecting circuitry (2992) and / or components of the connecting circuitry (2992). For example, the connecting circuitry (2992) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects the connecting circuitry (2992) to the first conductive portion (2910a) and the second conductive portion (2910b). For example, the connecting circuitry (2992) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects components of the connecting circuitry (2992) to other components.

[0465] In one embodiment, the ground points (2993, 2994) may be connected to impedance tuning circuits (2996, 2997). For example, the impedance tuning circuits (2996, 2997) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuits (2996, 2997) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuits (2996, 2997) may electrically connect or disconnect the ground points (2993, 2994) and a PCB (e.g., 204 of FIG. 2) such that the antenna (2990) is grounded or not grounded at the ground points (2993, 2994). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuit (2996, 2997) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the first conductive portion (2910a) and the second conductive portion (2910b) so as to change the impedance of the antenna (2990).

[0466] According to one embodiment, the antenna (2990) can transmit and receive RF signals to and from the wireless communication circuitry (2995) via the wireless communication circuitry. For example, the antenna (2990) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (2995) connected to the feed point (2911c). For example, the feed point (2911c) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2995) of the second PCB (2904) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip). The feed point (2911c) can be electrically connected to the second connection point (2911b). The second connection point (2911b) can operate as the feed point (2911c).

[0467] In one embodiment, the feed point (2911c) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (2995) via an impedance tuning circuit (not shown). For example, the antenna (2990) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (not shown). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (not shown) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (not shown) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (not shown) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (2911c) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (2995). For example, a switching element of an impedance tuning circuit (not shown) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor, an inductor) to the feed point (2911c) so that the impedance of the antenna (2990) is changed.

[0468] According to the disclosed embodiment, a wearable electronic device can transmit and receive signals through at least one of a temple, rim or bridge of glasses using the antenna (2990) of the present disclosure.

[0469] FIG. 30 is a diagram illustrating an antenna module of an electronic device according to one embodiment. The electronic device (3000) of FIG. 30 may correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Referring to FIG. 30, the electronic device may include a multi-foldable electronic device (e.g., a multi-foldable smartphone). The electronic device (3000) of FIG. 30 may be analogically applied with the embodiments of the electronic devices described above with reference to FIGS. 2 to 23.

[0470] Referring to FIG. 30, an electronic device (3000) according to one embodiment may include housings (3001, 3002, 3003) and hinge assemblies (3004, 3005). For example, the electronic device (3000) may include a first housing (3001) and a second housing (3002) that are rotatably coupled through a second hinge assembly (3005). For example, the electronic device (3000) may include a second housing (3002) and a third housing (3003) that are rotatably coupled through a first hinge assembly (3004). For example, after the third housing (3003) is rotated to approach the second housing (3002) by the first hinge assembly (3004), the first housing (3001) can be rotated to approach the second housing (3002) by the second hinge assembly (3005). For example, after the first housing (3001) is rotated away from the second housing (3002) by the second hinge assembly (3005), the third housing (3003) can be rotated away from the second housing (3002) by the first hinge assembly (3004).

[0471] According to one embodiment, the housing (3001, 3002, 3003) may form the exterior of the electronic device (3000). The housing (3001, 3002, 3003) may fix and support internal components of the electronic device (3000). For example, the housing may provide a space in which the internal components of the electronic device (3000) may be mounted, and may provide a fixing and supporting member for the mounted components. For example, the support member may fix and support the PCB (3006, 3007), the FPCB (3009), and the battery (3008). For example, the support member may include a bracket. For example, the support member may include a portion of a rear (or bottom) member of the electronic device.

[0472] In one embodiment, the antenna (3090) may be difficult to place in the hinge assembly (3004, 3005). Due to the complex internal structure of the hinge assembly (3004, 3005), it is difficult for RF signals to be radiated, and efficiency may be reduced. In addition, since the hinge assembly (3004, 3005) must be formed of a material that can withstand impact applied from the outside of the electronic device (3000), it is difficult for non-conductive portions to exist. In addition, when the housings (3001, 3002, 3003) are tightly pressed by the hinge assembly (3004, 3005), the performance of the antenna (3090) may be degraded because the RF signal can only be radiated in a straight line from the antenna (3090).

[0473] In one embodiment, the foldable electronic device may prevent degradation of the performance of the antenna by configuring the non-conductive portions of the housings to be in contact, but in one embodiment, the multi-foldable electronic device may have difficulty preventing degradation of the performance of the antenna (e.g., 3090) by the hinge assembly (e.g., 3004, 3005). In one embodiment, the antenna (3090) of the multi-foldable electronic device (3000) may prevent degradation of the performance by radiating an RF signal through the capacitive characteristics of the slot resonance through the connection circuit (3092) connected to the first conductive member (3010a) and the second conductive member (3010b) and the space (3006) between the first housing (3001) and the second hinge assembly (3004).

[0474] According to one embodiment, the first housing (3001), the second housing (3002), and the third housing (3003) may include a front (or upper) member, a rear (or lower) member, and a side portion. The front member of the first housing (3001) may include a surface on which a screen of a display of the electronic device (3000) is exposed to the outside, together with the front member of the second housing (3002) and the front member of the third housing (3003), when the first housing (3001) is rotated away from the second housing (3002). The rear member of the first housing (3001) may include a surface facing the front member. The rear member of the second housing (3001) may include a surface on which a screen of a display of the electronic device (3000) is exposed to the outside. The rear member of the third housing (3003) may include a surface facing the front member.

[0475] According to one embodiment, the side portions of the first housing (3001), the second housing (3002), and the third housing (3003) may extend from the rear member to the front member along the height direction (e.g., the -z direction) of the electronic device (3000). For example, the side portions may surround a space between the front member and the rear member.

[0476] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (3000) may include PCBs (3006, 3007). For example, the electronic device (3000) may include a first PCB (3006) on which a processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1) or a memory (e.g., memory (130) of FIG. 1) is disposed. For example, the electronic device (3000) may include a second PCB (3007) connected to an antenna (3080, 2590).

[0477] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (3000) may include an FPCB (3009). For example, the electronic device (3000) may include an FPCB (3009) that electrically connects a first PCB (3006) and a second PCB (3007). The components of the electronic device (3000) are electrically connected to each other, so that the support member and the ground of the PCBs (3006, 3007) are electrically connected, and may function as a ground of the antenna (3090).

[0478] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (3000) may include a battery (3008). For example, the electronic device (3000) may include a battery (3008) that supplies power to at least one component of the electronic device (3000). The battery (3008) may correspond to the battery (189) described above with reference to FIG. 1. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0479] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (3000) may include an antenna (3090). For example, the electronic device (3000) may include an antenna (3090) that transmits and receives signals using the first side portion (3010) of the first housing (3001). The antenna included in the electronic device (3000) is not limited to the disclosed antenna (3090), and may include more or fewer antennas. The antenna included in the electronic device (3000) may be formed in various shapes as needed. The antenna (3090) described below may also be analogically applied to other antennas that may be present in the electronic device (3000).

[0480] In one embodiment, the antenna (3090) can transmit and receive RF signals through the conductive portions (3010a, 3010b). For example, the antenna (3090) can transmit and receive RF signals through the first conductive portion (3010a) and the second conductive portion (3010b) of the first side portion (3010) of the first housing (3001). For example, the first conductive portion (3010a) and the second conductive portion (3010b) can be separated by a first non-conductive portion (3091). For example, the non-conductive portion (3091) can be filled with a non-conductive material on the inside.

[0481] In one embodiment, the antenna (3090) may be grounded via ground points (3093, 3094). For example, the first ground point (3094) and / or the second ground point (3093) may be electrically connected to the second PCB (3007) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), such that the antenna (3090) may be grounded via the second PCB (3007).

[0482] According to one embodiment, the antenna (3090) may include a connecting circuit (3092). For example, the connecting circuit (3092) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connecting circuit (3092) may include at least one inductor. For example, the connecting circuit (3092) may include at least one switching element.

[0483] According to one embodiment, the antenna (3090) may include a connecting circuit (3092). For example, the connecting circuit (3092) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connecting circuit (3092) may include at least one inductor. For example, the connecting circuit (3092) may include at least one switching element.

[0484] In one embodiment, the connection circuitry (3092) can be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (3010a) and the second conductive portion (3010b). For example, the connection circuitry (3092) can be electrically connected to the first conductive portion (3010a) through the first connection point (3011a). For example, the connection circuitry (3092) can be electrically connected to the second conductive portion (3010b) through the second connection point (3011b). For example, the first connection point (3011a) can be positioned to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (3091) along a first direction (e.g., +y direction). For example, the second connection point (3011b) can be positioned to be spaced apart from the non-conductive portion (3091) along a second direction (e.g., -y direction).

[0485] According to one embodiment, the connecting circuitry (3092) may include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element or an inductive electrical element) to the first conductive portion (3010a) and the second conductive portion (3010b). For example, the switching element may electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the connecting circuitry (3092) to the first conductive portion (3010a) and the second conductive portion (3010b) such that the connecting circuitry (3092) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0486] In one embodiment, the connecting circuitry (3092) may include a switching element that electrically opens or closes the connecting circuitry (3092) and / or components of the connecting circuitry (3092). For example, the connecting circuitry (3092) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects the connecting circuitry (3092) to the first conductive portion (3010a) and the second conductive portion (3010b). For example, the connecting circuitry (3092) may include a switching element that electrically connects or disconnects components of the connecting circuitry (3092) to other components.

[0487] In one embodiment, the ground points (3093, 3094) may be connected to impedance tuning circuits (3096, 3097). For example, the impedance tuning circuits (3096, 3097) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuits (3096, 3097) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuits (3096, 3097) may electrically connect or disconnect the ground points (3093, 3094) and the second PCB (3007) such that the antenna (3090) is grounded or not grounded at the ground points (3093, 3094). For example, the switching elements of the impedance tuning circuit (3096, 3097) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the first conductive portion (3010a) and the second conductive portion (3010b) so as to change the impedance of the antenna (3090).

[0488] According to one embodiment, the antenna (3090) can transmit and receive RF signals with the wireless communication circuitry through the wireless communication circuitry (3095). For example, the antenna (3090) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (3095) connected to the feed point (3011c). For example, the feed point (3011c) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (3095) of the second PCB (3007) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip). The feed point (3011c) can be electrically connected to the second connection point (3011b). The second connection point (3011b) can operate as the feed point (3011c).

[0489] In one embodiment, the feed point (3011c) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry (3095) via an impedance tuning circuit (3098). For example, the antenna (3090) may be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the impedance tuning circuitry (3098). For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (3098) may include at least one switching element. For example, the impedance tuning circuitry (3098) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the impedance tuning circuitry (3098) may electrically connect or disconnect the feed point (3011c) to or from the wireless communication circuitry (3095). For example, a switching element of the impedance tuning circuit (3098) can electrically connect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) to the feed point (3011c) so that the impedance of the antenna (3090) changes.

[0490] In one embodiment, the antenna (3090) may include a slot (not shown). For example, the slot (not shown) may be formed between the first side portion (3010) and the support member along the longitudinal direction (y-axis direction) of the electronic device (3000). For example, the electrical length of the slot (not shown) may be equal to the sum of a first distance between the non-conductive portion (3091) and the first feed point (3094) and a second distance between the non-conductive portion (3091) and the second feed point (3093). For example, the electronic device (3000) may transmit and receive RF signals through the slot (not shown).

[0491] FIG. 31 is a diagram illustrating an antenna module of an electronic device according to one embodiment. The electronic device (3100) of FIG. 31 may correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. Referring to FIG. 31, the electronic device (3100) may include a multi-foldable electronic device (e.g., a multi-foldable smartphone). The electronic device (3100) of FIG. 31 may be analogized to the embodiments of the electronic device (3000) described above with reference to FIG. 30. Components not described separately below may be analogized to the components of the electronic device (3000) of FIG. 30. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0492] Referring to FIG. 31, an electronic device (3100) according to one embodiment may include housings (3101, 3102, 3103) and hinge assemblies (3104, 3105). For example, the electronic device (3100) may have a second housing (3102) and a third housing (3103) rotatably coupled to each other through the first hinge assembly (3104). For example, the electronic device (3100) may have a first housing (3101) and a third housing (3103) rotatably coupled to each other through the second hinge assembly (3105).

[0493] According to one embodiment, the first housing (3101), the second housing (3102), and the third housing (3103) may include a front (or upper) member, a rear (or lower) member, and side portions. The front member of the first housing (3101) may include a surface on which a screen of a display of the electronic device (3100) is exposed to the outside, together with the front member of the second housing (3102) and the front member of the third housing (3103), when the first housing (3101) is rotated away from the third housing (3103). The rear member of the first housing (3101) may include a surface facing the front member. The rear member of the second housing (3101) may include a surface facing the specialized member. The rear member of the third housing (3103) may include a surface facing the front member.

[0494] According to one embodiment, the side portions of the first housing (3101), the second housing (3102), and the third housing (3103) may extend from the rear member to the front member along the height direction (e.g., the -z direction) of the electronic device (3100). For example, the side portions may surround a space between the front member and the rear member.

[0495] According to one embodiment, the housing (3101, 3102, 3103) may form the exterior of the electronic device (3100). The housing (3101, 3102, 3103) may fix and support internal components (e.g., PCB, FPCB, and battery) of the electronic device (3100). For example, the housing (3101, 3102, 3103) may provide a space in which the internal components of the electronic device (3100) may be mounted, and may provide a fixing and supporting member for the mounted components.

[0496] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (3100) may include an antenna. For example, the electronic device (3100) may include an antenna that transmits and receives signals using the first side portion (3110) of the first housing (3101). For example, the first housing (3101) may have an antenna (3090) as described above with reference to FIG. 30 disposed therein. According to one embodiment, the antenna may be analogically applied to the embodiment of the antenna (3090) as described above with reference to FIG. 30. Duplicate details are omitted. The antenna included in the electronic device (3100) is not limited to the disclosed antenna, and may include more or fewer antennas. The antenna included in the electronic device (3100) may be formed in various shapes as needed.

[0497] In one embodiment, the antenna may be difficult to place in the hinge assembly (3104, 3105). Due to the complex internal structure of the hinge assembly (3104, 3105), it is difficult for RF signals to radiate, and efficiency may be reduced. In addition, since the hinge assembly (3104, 3105) must be formed of a material that can withstand impact applied from the outside of the electronic device (3100), it is difficult to have non-conductive portions. In addition, when the housings (3101, 3102, 3103) are tightly pressed by the hinge assembly (3104, 3105), the performance of the antenna may be degraded because the RF signal from the antenna can only be radiated in a straight line.

[0498] In one embodiment, the foldable electronic device may prevent the performance of the antenna from deteriorating by configuring the non-conductive portions of the housings to be in contact, but in one embodiment, the multi-foldable electronic device may have difficulty preventing the performance of the antenna from deteriorating by the hinge assembly (e.g., 3104, 3105). In one embodiment, the antenna of the multi-foldable electronic device (3100) may prevent the performance from deteriorating by radiating an RF signal through the capacitive characteristic of the slot resonance through the space (3106) between the first housing (3101) and the second hinge assembly (3104).

[0499] FIG. 32 is a drawing for explaining an antenna positioned on a side of an electronic device according to one embodiment. The electronic device (3200) of FIG. 32 may correspond to the electronic device (200) described above with reference to FIG. 2. FIG. 32 is a drawing for explaining an embodiment in which the first side portion (3210) and the fourth side portion (3240) are used as a radiator of the antenna, and the configuration of the electronic device (3200) is briefly illustrated. The housing of the electronic device (3200) may correspond to the housing (201) described with reference to FIG. 2. Duplicate details are omitted.

[0500] Referring to FIG. 32, an electronic device (3200) may include a housing. The housing may include a first side portion (3210) and a fourth side portion (3240). For example, at least a portion of the first side portion (3210) and at least a portion of the fourth side portion (3240) may function as a radiator of an antenna that transmits and receives RF signals. The present embodiment describes an embodiment in which RF signals are transmitted and received through the first side portion (3210) and the fourth side portion (3240) of the housing, but is not limited thereto. For example, the present embodiment may also be analogically applied to an embodiment in which RF signals are transmitted and received through other side portions of the housing and / or an embodiment in which RF signals are transmitted and received through one side portion of the housing.

[0501] According to one embodiment, the first side portion (3210) and the fourth side portion (3240) may include at least one grounding point (3221, 3226). For example, the first side portion (3210) and the fourth side portion (3240) may be grounded through at least one grounding point (3221, 3226). For example, the grounding points (3221, 3226) may be electrically connected to the PCB by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip), thereby grounding the first side portion (3210) and the fourth side portion (3240).

[0502] For example, the first grounding point (3221) may be disposed at a first point of the fourth side portion (3240), but is not limited thereto. For example, the first grounding point (3221) may be disposed at a first point of the first side portion (3210). For example, the second grounding point (3226) may be disposed at a second point of the first side portion (3210). For example, the first grounding point (3221) and the second grounding point (3226) may be spaced apart from each other by a predetermined distance. For example, the second grounding point (3226) may be spaced apart from the first grounding point (3221) by a first distance along the longitudinal direction of the first side portion (3210) (e.g., +y direction).

[0503] In one embodiment, the first side portion (3210) may include conductive portions (3210a and 3210b) and at least one non-conductive portion (3220). For example, the non-conductive portion (3220) may be filled with a non-conductive material. For example, the non-conductive portion (3220) may be positioned at a third point of the first side portion (3210).

[0504] For example, a first conductive portion (3210a) of a first side portion (3210) may be disposed in a first direction (e.g., -y direction) of a non-conductive portion (3220). For example, the first conductive portion (3210a) may be disposed in the first side portion (3210) and the fourth side portion (3240). For example, a second conductive portion (3210b) of the first side portion (3210) may be disposed in a second direction (e.g., +y direction) of a non-conductive portion (3220). The first conductive portion (3210a) and the second conductive portion (3210b) may be spaced apart from each other along a longitudinal direction (e.g., y-axis direction) of the first side portion (3210). For example, the first conductive portion (3210a) may be a portion between the first ground point (3221) and the non-conductive portion (3220). For example, the second conductive portion (3210b) may be a portion between the second ground point (3226) and the non-conductive portion (3220) among the first side portions (3210).

[0505] According to one embodiment, the first conductive portion (3210a) and the second conductive portion (3210b) may be electrically connected to the connection circuit portions (3232, 3233). For example, the first conductive portion (3210a) may be electrically connected to the connection circuit portions (3232, 3233) at the first connection point (3223). For example, the second conductive portion (3210b) may be electrically connected to the connection circuit portions (3232, 3233) at the second connection point (3224). For example, the connection circuit portions (3232, 3233) may include at least one capacitor. For example, the connection circuit portions (3232, 3233) may include at least one inductor.

[0506] According to one embodiment, the connecting circuit (3232, 3233) may include a switching element that electrically connects at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitive electrical element or an inductive electrical element) to the first conductive portion (3210a) and / or the second conductive portion (3210b). For example, the switching element may electrically connect at least one capacitor among a plurality of capacitors included in the connecting circuit (3232, 3233) to the first conductive portion (3210a) and / or the second conductive portion (3210b) such that the connecting circuit (3232, 3233) operates as a variable capacitor.

[0507] In one embodiment, the first conductive portion (3210a) may be connected to the first impedance tuning circuit (3234). For example, the first conductive portion (3210a) may be connected to the first impedance tuning circuit (3234) at a fourth point of the first side portion (3210). For example, the fourth point may be located between the first ground point (3240) and the non-conductive portion (3221).

[0508] For example, the first impedance tuning circuit (3234) may include at least one switching element. For example, the first impedance tuning circuit (3234) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the first impedance tuning circuit (3234) may electrically connect or disconnect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) of the first impedance tuning circuit (3234) to or from the first conductive portion (3210a). For example, by electrically connecting or disconnecting at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor and / or an inductor) of the first impedance tuning circuit (3234) to or from the first conductive portion (3210a), the impedance and / or frequency response characteristics of the first conductive portion (3210a) may be adjusted.

[0509] In one embodiment, the second conductive portion (3210b) may be connected to the second impedance tuning circuit (3235). For example, the second conductive portion (3210b) may be connected to the second impedance tuning circuit (3235) at a fifth point. For example, the fifth point may be located between the second ground point (3226) and the non-conductive portion (3221).

[0510] For example, the second impedance tuning circuit (3235) may include at least one switching element. For example, the second impedance tuning circuit (3235) may include at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor). For example, the switching element of the second impedance tuning circuit (3235) may electrically connect or disconnect at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) of the second impedance tuning circuit (3235) to or from the second conductive portion (3210b). For example, by electrically connecting or disconnecting at least one electrical element (e.g., a capacitor or an inductor) of the second impedance tuning circuit (3235) to or from the second conductive portion (3210b), the impedance and / or frequency response characteristics of the second conductive portion (3210b) may be adjusted.

[0511] According to one embodiment, the first conductive portion (3210a) and the second conductive portion (3210b) can operate as radiators of an antenna that transmits and receives RF signals. For example, the first conductive portion (3210a) and the second conductive portion (3210b) can radiate RF signals provided from the wireless communication circuitry (3231). For example, the first conductive portion (3210a) and the second conductive portion (3210b) can receive RF signals from the wireless communication circuitry (3231) through the feeding point (3226). For example, the feeding point (3226) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuitry (3231) by a connecting member (e.g., a c-clip). For example, the feeding point (3226) can be arranged between the first connecting circuitry (3232) and the second connecting circuitry (3233). For example, the power supply point (3226) may be positioned at a point where a second connection circuit portion (3233) connected to a first conductive portion (3210a) through a first connection point (3223) is connected to a first connection circuit portion (3232) connected to a second conductive portion (3210b) through a second connection point (3224).

[0512] FIG. 33 is a drawing for explaining a graph showing the radiation efficiency by frequency of an antenna according to one embodiment.

[0513] FIG. 33 is a graph showing the frequency-dependent radiation efficiency of an RF signal radiated through a first conductive portion (3210a) and a second conductive portion (3210b) according to changes in the electrical components of the first impedance tuning circuit (e.g., the first impedance tuning circuit (3234) of FIG. 32) described with reference to FIG. 32. The second conductive portion (3210b) may be connected to a capacitor having a value of 100 pF of the second impedance tuning circuit (e.g., the second impedance tuning circuit (3235) of FIG. 32).

[0514] For example, when a first inductor (e.g., an inductor having a value of 12 nH) of a first impedance tuning circuit (e.g., a first impedance tuning circuit (3234) of FIG. 32) is connected to a first conductive portion (e.g., a first conductive portion (3210a) of FIG. 32), the frequency-dependent radiation efficiency of the first conductive portion (e.g., a first conductive portion (3210a) of FIG. 32) may be depicted as a first graph (3310). For example, when a second inductor (e.g., an inductor having a value of 18 nH) of the first impedance tuning circuit is connected to the first conductive portion, the frequency-dependent radiation efficiency of the first conductive portion may be depicted as a second graph (3320). For example, when the electrical component of the first impedance tuning circuit is not connected to the first conductive portion, the frequency-dependent radiation efficiency of the first conductive portion may be depicted as a third graph (3330). For example, when the first capacitor of the first impedance tuning circuit (e.g., a capacitor having a value of 1.2 pF) is connected to the first conductive portion, the frequency-dependent radiation efficiency of the first conductive portion may be depicted as a fourth graph (3340).

[0515] According to one embodiment, the resonant frequency of the first conductive portion (e.g., the first conductive portion (3210a) of FIG. 32) may be changed depending on the electrical components of the first impedance tuning circuit (e.g., the first impedance tuning circuit (3234) of FIG. 32). For example, in response to an increase in the component value of the inductor of the first impedance tuning circuit (e.g., the first impedance tuning circuit (3234) of FIG. 32)), the resonant frequency of the first conductive portion (e.g., the first conductive portion (3210a) of FIG. 32) may be shifted to a lower frequency. For example, in response to an increase in the element value of the capacitor of the first impedance tuning circuit (e.g., the first impedance tuning circuit (3234) of FIG. 32), the resonant frequency of the first conductive portion (e.g., the first conductive portion (3210a) of FIG. 32) may be shifted to a lower frequency.

[0516] For example, when a first inductor (e.g., an inductor having a value of 12 nH) of a first impedance tuning circuit (e.g., a first impedance tuning circuit (3234) of FIG. 32) is connected to a first conductive portion (e.g., a first conductive portion (3210a) of FIG. 32), a first resonant frequency (3301) of the first conductive portion (e.g., a first conductive portion (3210a) of FIG. 32)) may be about 910 MHz. For example, when a second inductor (e.g., an inductor having a value of 18 nH) of the first impedance tuning circuit is connected to the first conductive portion, a second resonant frequency of the first conductive portion may be about 810 MHz. For example, when an electrical component of the first impedance tuning circuit is not connected to the first conductive portion, a third resonant frequency of the first conductive portion may be about 760 MHz. For example, when the first capacitor of the first impedance tuning circuit (e.g., a capacitor having a value of 1.2 pF) is connected to the first conductive part, the fourth resonant frequency of the first conductive part may be about 720 MHz.

[0517] Referring to FIG. 33, the electronic device (3200) of FIG. 32 can adjust the resonant frequency of the first conductive portion (3210a) by changing the type and element value of the electrical element of the first impedance tuning circuit (3234).

[0518] FIG. 34 is a drawing for explaining a graph showing the radiation efficiency by frequency of an antenna according to one embodiment.

[0519] FIG. 34 is a graph showing the frequency-dependent radiation efficiency of an RF signal radiated through a first conductive portion (3210a) and a second conductive portion (3210b) as the electrical components of the second impedance tuning circuit (e.g., the second impedance tuning circuit (3235) of FIG. 32) described with reference to FIG. 32 are changed. The first conductive portion (3210a) may not be connected to an electrical component of the first impedance tuning circuit (e.g., the first impedance tuning circuit (3234) of FIG. 32).

[0520] For example, when a first capacitor (e.g., a capacitor having a value of 100 pF) of a second impedance tuning circuit (e.g., a first impedance tuning circuit (3235) of FIG. 32) is connected to a second conductive portion (e.g., a second conductive portion (3210b) of FIG. 32), the frequency-dependent radiation efficiency of the second conductive portion (e.g., a second conductive portion (3210b) of FIG. 32) can be depicted as a first graph (3410)....

Claims

1. In electronic devices, A housing comprising a side portion including a first conductive portion, a second conductive portion, and a first non-conductive portion disposed between the first conductive portion and the second conductive portion; A first point of a first conductive portion of said side portion, spaced apart from said first non-conductive portion and connected to ground; A first point of a second conductive portion of the side portion, spaced apart from the first non-conductive portion and connected to the ground; A first connection circuit portion connected to a second point of the first conductive portion of the side portion and a second point of the second conductive portion of the side portion, The second point of the first challenging portion is positioned between the first point of the first challenging portion and the first non-conductive portion, The second point of the second challenging portion is positioned between the first point of the second challenging portion and the first non-conductive portion, The wireless signal is transmitted through the first conductive portion and the second conductive portion, Electronic devices.

2. In paragraph 1, The above electronic device Further comprising a wireless communication circuit providing an RF supply signal to a point adjacent to one of the second point of the first conductive portion and the second point of the second conductive portion. Electronic devices.

3. In paragraph 2, The first non-conductive portion is positioned at a position spaced apart from the center of the side portion in the first direction, The RF supply signal is provided from the first non-conductive portion to the second conductive portion arranged in the first direction, Electronic devices.

4. In paragraph 2, The above first non-conductive portion is positioned in the center of the side portion, The above RF supply signal is provided to the first conductive portion or the second conductive portion, Electronic devices.

5. In paragraph 2, The first distance between the first point of the first challenge portion and the second point of the first challenge portion It is arranged so as to be longer than the second distance between the first point of the second challenge portion and the second point of the second challenge portion. Electronic devices.

6. In paragraph 5, The above first distance and the above second distance, The first resonant frequency and the second resonant frequency of the above wireless signal are determined to be adjacent within a preset range. Electronic devices.

7. In paragraph 1, The above first connection circuit part a first switching element connected to the first conductive portion and the second conductive portion; and A plurality of capacitive electrical elements electrically connected to the first switching element and selectively connected to the first conductive portion and the second conductive portion by the first switching element, Electronic devices.

8. In paragraph 1, The above electronic device, A first switching circuit is included, which is connected between the first point of the first conductive portion and the second point of the first conductive portion or between the first point of the second conductive portion and the second point of the second conductive portion, The above first switching circuit, selectively connecting ground to the first conductive portion or the second conductive portion to which the first switching circuit is connected; Electronic devices.

9. In paragraph 1, The above electronic device, A second switching circuit connected to at least one of the first point of the first conductive portion or the first point of the second conductive portion, The above second switching circuit, Optionally connecting at least one electrical element to the first conductive portion or the second conductive portion to which the second switching circuit is connected; Electronic devices.

10. In paragraph 1, The above side part comprising a first side portion and a second side portion extending in a vertical direction from one end of the first side portion; The first point of the first challenge portion is arranged on the first side portion, The first point of the second challenge portion is arranged on the second side portion, The first non-conductive portion is disposed on the first side portion or the second side portion, Electronic devices.

11. In paragraph 1, The above side part It comprises a first side portion, a second side portion extending in a vertical direction from one end of the first side portion, and a third side portion extending in a vertical direction from the other end of the first side portion, The first point of the first challenge portion is arranged on the second side portion, The first point of the second challenge portion is arranged on the third side portion, The first non-conductive portion is disposed on the first side portion, the second side portion or the third side portion, Electronic devices.

12. In paragraph 1, The first challenging portion extends in a first direction from the first non-challenging portion, The second challenging portion extends in a second direction from the first non-challenging portion, The above electronic device A second non-conductive portion disposed further away from the first non-conductive portion than the second point of the second conductive portion along the second direction; A third conductive portion extending along the second direction from the second non-conductive portion; a first point of said third conductive portion, spaced apart from said second non-conductive portion and connected to said ground; and Including a third point of the second challenging portion and a second connecting circuit connected to the second point of the third challenging portion, The third point of the second challenge part is, is spaced further away from the first non-conductive portion along the second direction than the second point of the second conductive portion, The second point of the third challenging portion is positioned between the second non-challenging portion and the first point of the third challenging portion, The wireless signal is transmitted through at least one of the first conductive portion and the second conductive portion or the second conductive portion and the third conductive portion. Electronic devices.

13. In paragraph 1, The above housing includes a first housing and a second housing, The electronic device includes a hinge assembly that rotatably connects the first housing and the second housing, The wireless signal is transmitted and received through the first side portion of the first housing or the second side portion of the second housing, The first side portion is disposed on the other side opposite to the side where the first housing is coupled with the hinge assembly, The second side portion is disposed on one side opposite to the other side where the second housing is coupled with the hinge assembly. Electronic devices.

14. In paragraph 1, The housing comprises a first housing and a second housing slidably coupled to the first housing, The wireless signal is transmitted and received through the first side portion of the first housing or the second side portion of the second housing. Electronic devices.

15. In paragraph 1, The above housing includes a first housing, a second housing and a third housing, The above electronic device A first hinge assembly that rotatably connects the first housing and the second housing; and A second hinge assembly is included that rotatably connects the second housing and the third housing, The above wireless signal is transmitted and received through the first side portion of the first housing, The first side portion is located on the other side opposite to the side where the first housing is connected to the first hinge assembly. Electronic devices.

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