Electric device comprising plurality of batteries, and method of operating same

Abstract

An electronic device according to one embodiment may comprise: a first battery (381); a second battery (382) for providing power to a system; a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) for connecting the first battery and the second battery; a first charging circuit (320) for providing power to the first battery and the second battery, or providing power to the system; a main wiring (341), which is disposed on the flexible printed circuit board, is connected to the first charging circuit, and passes through the flexible printed circuit board; a connection wiring (342), which connects the system and the second battery and is connected to the main wiring; one or more processors (390); and a memory.

Description

Electronic device comprising multiple batteries and method of operating the same

[0001] Various embodiments of this document relate to an electronic device including a plurality of batteries and a method of operating the same.

[0002] The use of portable electronic devices such as smartphones, tablet PCs, wearable devices, and augmented reality (AR) glasses has been on the rise recently. This rapid increase in electronic device usage has led to active research into batteries that can extend their operating time. These electronic devices can be configured to utilize multiple batteries to provide more power and stability.

[0003] An electronic device according to one embodiment may include a first battery (381), a second battery (382) for providing power to a system, a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) connecting the first battery and the second battery, a first charging circuit (320) for providing power to the first battery and the second battery or providing power to the system, a main wiring (341) disposed on the flexible printed circuit board, connected to the first charging circuit, and passing through the flexible printed circuit board, a connection wiring (342) connecting the system and the second battery and connected to the main wiring, one or more processors (390), and a memory. The memory may store instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, control the first charging circuit to provide power to the system via the main wiring and the connection wiring, and control the first charging circuit to provide power to the second battery via the main wiring and the connection wiring.

[0004] An electronic device according to one embodiment may include a first battery, a second battery for providing power to a system, a flexible printed circuit board connecting the first battery and the second battery, a first charging circuit for providing power to the first battery and the second battery or to the system, a main wiring disposed on the flexible printed circuit board, connected to the first charging circuit, and passing through the flexible printed circuit board, a connection wiring connecting the system and the second battery and connected to the main wiring, one or more processors, and a memory. The memory may store instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, control the first charging circuit to provide power to the second battery through the main wiring and the connection wiring, and cause the second battery to provide power to the system through the connection wiring.

[0005] An electronic device according to one embodiment may include a first battery, a second battery for providing power to a system, a flexible printed circuit board connecting the first battery and the second battery, a first charging circuit for providing power to the first battery and the second battery or to the system, a main wiring disposed on the flexible printed circuit board, connected to the first charging circuit, and passing through the flexible printed circuit board, a connection wiring connecting the system and the second battery and connected to the main wiring, at least one processor, a first housing accommodating the first battery and the first charging circuit, a second housing accommodating the second battery and the system, a hinge unit connecting the first housing and the second housing, and a memory. The memory may store instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, control the first charging circuit to provide power to the system via the main wiring and the connection wiring.

[0006] In one embodiment, the electronic device includes a charging circuit that provides power to the system. The charging circuit can provide power to the battery or the system. The path through which power is provided from the charging circuit to the second battery and the path through which power is provided from the charging circuit to the system can share a main path passing through a hinge portion of a flexible printed circuit board. The hinge portion of the flexible printed circuit board can refer to a portion that deforms when the electronic device is folded. Furthermore, the second battery can directly provide power to the system through wiring that does not pass through the hinge portion of the flexible printed circuit board. According to such a structure, the discharge efficiency of the second battery can be improved.

[0007] Since the path for power supplied from the charging circuit to the secondary battery and the path for power supplied from the charging circuit to the system share the main path passing through the hinge portion of the flexible printed circuit board, the number of wires can be reduced. As the number of wires is reduced, free space can be created on the flexible printed circuit board. The space occupied by the main wire or ground wire on the flexible printed circuit board can be expanded, which can reduce resistance. By providing a slit in the free space of the flexible printed circuit board, the convenience and workability of assembly can be improved when assembling the flexible printed circuit board to the housing.

[0008] The effects of the wearable electronic device according to various embodiments are not limited to those mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

[0009] The above and other aspects, features and advantages of specific embodiments of the present invention will become more apparent from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0010] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment, according to one embodiment.

[0011] FIG. 2A is a drawing of an unfolded state of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0012] FIG. 2b is a drawing of a folded state of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0013] FIG. 3 is a block diagram schematically illustrating a configuration of an electronic device including a plurality of batteries connected in parallel by a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) according to one embodiment.

[0014] FIG. 4 is a drawing for explaining an operation of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention to charge a first battery and a second battery through a first charging circuit.

[0015] FIG. 5 is a drawing for explaining an operation of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present invention to charge a first battery and a second battery through a second charging circuit.

[0016] FIG. 6 is a drawing for explaining an operation of discharging a first battery and a second battery of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0017] FIG. 7 is a block diagram schematically illustrating a configuration of an electronic device including a plurality of batteries connected in parallel by a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) according to one embodiment.

[0018] FIG. 8 is a schematic diagram illustrating an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0019] Hereinafter, embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings. In the description with reference to the attached drawings, identical components are assigned the same reference numerals regardless of the drawing numbers, and redundant descriptions thereof will be omitted.

[0020] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) within a network environment (100) according to one embodiment. Referring to FIG. 1, in the network environment (100), the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (102) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with at least one of the electronic device (104) and the 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 one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may have at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (178)) omitted, or one or more other components added. In one embodiment, 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)).

[0021] 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 calculations, the processor (120) may store commands or data received from other components (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the commands or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store result data in a non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or 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.

[0022] 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.

[0023] 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).

[0024] 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).

[0025] 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).

[0026] 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.

[0027] 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.

[0028] 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).

[0029] 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.

[0030] 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.

[0031] 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).

[0032] 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.

[0033] 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.

[0034] The power management module (188) can manage power provided 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).

[0035] A battery (189) may provide power to 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.

[0036] The communication module (190) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102), electronic device (104), or server (108)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (190) may operate independently from the processor (120) (e.g., application processor) and may include one or more communication processors that support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module (190) may include a wireless communication module (192) (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module (194) (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module can communicate with an external electronic device (104) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range communication network such as a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). These various types of communication modules can be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module (192) can verify or authenticate the electronic device (101) within a communication network such as the first network (198) or the second network (199) by using subscriber information (e.g., international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (196).

[0037] 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.

[0038] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as the first network (198) or the second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas by, for example, the communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device through the selected at least one antenna. According to one embodiment, 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).

[0039] In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. In one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent a first surface (e.g., a bottom surface) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high-frequency band (e.g., a mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna) disposed on or adjacent a second surface (e.g., a top surface or a side surface) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high-frequency band.

[0040] 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)).

[0041] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (104) via a server (108) connected to a second network (199). Each of the external electronic devices (102 or 104) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations executed in the electronic device (101) may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices (102, 104, or 108). For example, when the electronic device (101) is to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (101) may, instead of or in addition to executing the function or service on its own, request one or more external electronic devices to perform the function or at least a part of the service. One or more external electronic devices that receive the request may execute at least a portion of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device (101). The electronic device (101) may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least a portion of a response to the request. For this purpose, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used, for example. The electronic device (101) may provide an ultra-low latency service by using distributed computing or mobile edge computing, for example. In another embodiment, the external electronic device (104) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (108) may be an intelligent server utilizing machine learning and / or a neural network. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) or the server (108) may be included in the second network (199).The electronic device (101) can be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0042] An electronic device according to an embodiment disclosed in this document may take various forms. The electronic device may include, for example, a portable communication device (e.g., a smartphone), a computer device, a portable multimedia device, a portable medical device, a camera, a wearable device, or a home appliance. The electronic device according to an embodiment of this document is not limited to the aforementioned devices.

[0043] It should be understood that the embodiments of this document and the terminology used herein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, but include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutes of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the items, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this document, each of the phrases "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B, or C", "at least one of A, B, and C", and "at least one of A, B, or C" can include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase among those phrases, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first," "second," or "first" or "second" may be used merely to distinguish one component from another, and do not limit the components in any other respect (e.g., importance or order). When a component (e.g., a first component) is referred to as "coupled" or "connected" to another (e.g., a second component), with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicatively," it means that the component can be connected to the other component directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0044] The term "module" used in one embodiment of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit. A module may be an integral component, or a minimum unit or part of such a component that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, a module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0045] An embodiment of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., a program (140)) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., an internal memory (136) or an external memory (138)) readable by a machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)). For example, a processor (e.g., a processor (120)) of the machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)) may call at least one instruction among the one or more instructions stored from the storage medium and execute it. This enables the machine to operate to perform at least one function according to the at least one called instruction. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code executable by an interpreter. The machine-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-transitory' simply means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and the term does not distinguish between cases where data is stored semi-permanently or temporarily on the storage medium.

[0046] According to one embodiment, the method according to one embodiment disclosed in the present document may be provided as a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded as a product between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)), or may be distributed online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) via an application store (e.g., Play Store™) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored or temporarily generated in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or an intermediary server.

[0047] According to one embodiment, each component (e.g., a module or a program) of the above-described components may include one or more entities, and some of the entities may be separated and placed in other components. According to one embodiment, one or more components or operations of the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, a plurality of components (e.g., a module or a program) may be integrated into a single component. In such a case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the plurality of components identically or similarly to those performed by the corresponding component among the plurality of components prior to the integration. According to one embodiment, the operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

[0048] FIG. 2a is a drawing illustrating a folded state of an electronic device (201) according to one embodiment, and FIG. 2b is a drawing illustrating an unfolded state of an electronic device (201) according to one embodiment.

[0049] Referring to FIGS. 2A and 2B, an electronic device (201) according to one embodiment (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) may include a housing structure (210, 220) that forms an exterior and accommodates components therein.

[0050] Hereinafter, any content overlapping with the above-described content will be omitted for explanation, and it is to be understood that, in the electronic device (201), some configurations and structures may be replaced, added, or omitted within a range easily understandable to those skilled in the art by referring to the drawings and descriptions below. In addition, at least one configuration or feature of the embodiments described above may be combined in the electronic device (201) unless it is technically clearly impossible.

[0051] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may be a foldable or bendable electronic device. In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include a housing structure (210, 220) and / or a display (250) (e.g., the display module (160) of FIG. 1). The housing structure (210, 220) may form the exterior of the electronic device (201). In one embodiment, the housing structure (210, 220) may include a first housing portion (210) and a second housing portion (220).

[0052] In one embodiment, the display (250) may include a flexible or foldable display panel disposed within a space formed by the housing structure (210, 220). The surface on which the display (250) is disposed (or the surface on which the display (250) is visible from the outside of the electronic device (201)) may be defined as the front surface of the electronic device (201). The surface opposite the front surface may be defined as the back surface of the electronic device (201). Additionally, the surface surrounding the space between the front surface and the back surface may be defined as the side surface of the electronic device (201).

[0053] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include a hinge unit (230) that foldably supports the housing structure (210, 220) and a hinge housing (230a) that covers the foldable portion of the housing structure (210, 220). However, the housing structure (210, 220) of the electronic device (201) is not limited to the shape and combination shown in FIGS. 2a and 2b, and may be implemented by a combination and / or combination of other shapes or parts.

[0054] In one embodiment, the first housing portion (210) is connected to the hinge unit (230) and may include a first face (210a) facing a first direction and a second face (210b) facing a second direction opposite to the first direction. The second housing portion (220) is connected to the hinge unit (230) and may include a third face (220a) facing a third direction and a fourth face (210b) facing a fourth direction opposite to the third direction. The second housing portion (220) may rotate relative to the first housing portion (210) about the hinge unit (230). The electronic device (201) may be variable between a folded state and an unfolded state.

[0055] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may have a first side (210a) facing a third side (220a) in a fully folded state, and a third direction may be substantially the same as the first direction in a fully unfolded state.

[0056] In one embodiment, the first housing portion (210) and the second housing portion (220) may be foldably connected to each other. The first housing portion (210) and the second housing portion (220) may be arranged on either side of the folding axis (A) and may have an overall symmetrical shape with respect to the folding axis (A).

[0057] In one embodiment, the first housing portion (210) and the second housing portion (220) may have different angles or distances relative to each other depending on whether the electronic device (201) is in an unfolded state, a folded state, or a partially unfolded (or partially folded) intermediate state.

[0058] According to one embodiment, the second housing portion (220) may include a sensor area (222) in which various sensors are arranged. For example, the various sensors may be positioned on the back surface of the display (250) in the sensor area (222). According to one embodiment, the first housing portion (210) may also include a sensor area (not shown) in which at least one sensor is arranged.

[0059] In one embodiment, the first housing portion (210) and the second housing portion (220) may form a recess for accommodating the display (250). In one embodiment, components for performing various functions built into the electronic device (201) may be exposed to the front of the electronic device (201) through the sensor area (222) or through one or more openings provided in the sensor area (222). In one embodiment, the components may include various types of sensors. The sensors may include, for example, at least one of a front camera or a proximity sensor. According to one embodiment, the sensor area (222) in the second housing portion (220) may be omitted or formed in a different location than that shown in the drawing.

[0060] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the first housing portion (210) and the second housing portion (220) may comprise a metallic or non-metallic material having a rigidity selected to support the display (250).

[0061] For example, at least a portion formed of a metal material may provide a ground for the electronic device (201) and may be electrically connected to a ground formed on a printed circuit board disposed within the housing structure (210, 220).

[0062] In one embodiment, the first housing portion (210) may include a first rear cover (215) and a first side region (241). The first rear cover (215) may be coupled to the first side region (241). For example, the first rear cover (215) may have a substantially rectangular periphery, the periphery of which may be wrapped by the first side region (241).

[0063] In one embodiment, the second housing portion (220) may include a second rear cover (225) and a second side region (242). The second rear cover (225) may be coupled to the second side region (242). For example, the second rear cover (225) may be edge-wrapped by the second side region (242).

[0064] In one embodiment, the first rear cover (215) and the second rear cover (225) may have substantially symmetrical shapes with respect to the folding axis (A). However, the first rear cover (215) and the second rear cover (225) do not necessarily have mutually symmetrical shapes, and in one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include the first rear cover (215) and the second rear cover (225) of various shapes. In one embodiment, the first rear cover (215) may be formed integrally with the first side area (241), and the second rear cover (225) may be formed integrally with the second side area (242).

[0065] In one embodiment, the first housing portion (210) and the second housing portion (220) may form a space in which various components of the electronic device (201) (e.g., at least one processor (120), an antenna module (197), a sensor module (176), or a battery (189) of FIG. 1) may be placed. According to one embodiment, one or more components may be placed or visually exposed on the rear surface of the electronic device (201).

[0066] For example, at least a portion of the sub-display (262) may be visually exposed through the first rear area (216) of the first rear cover (215). In one embodiment, one or more components or sensors may be visually exposed through the second rear area (226) of the second rear cover (225). In one embodiment, the sensors may include a proximity sensor and / or a rear camera.

[0067] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, and / or image signal processors, a front camera visually exposed on the front of the electronic device (201) through one or more openings provided in the sensor area (222) or a rear camera visually exposed through the second rear area (226) of the second rear cover (225). The flash may include, for example, a light emitting diode or a xenon lamp. In some embodiments, two or more lenses (infrared camera, wide-angle and telephoto lenses) and image sensors may be arranged on one side of the electronic device (201).

[0068] In one embodiment, referring to FIG. 2b, the hinge housing (230a) may be configured to be disposed between the first housing portion (210) and the second housing portion (220) so as to cover an internal component (e.g., the hinge unit (230)). According to one embodiment, the hinge unit (230) may be covered by a portion of the first housing portion (210) and the second housing portion (220) or exposed to the outside, depending on the state of the electronic device (201) (unfolded state, intermediate state, or folded state).

[0069] In one embodiment, as illustrated in FIG. 2A, when the electronic device (201) is in an unfolded state (e.g., a fully unfolded state), the hinge unit (230) may be substantially covered by the first housing portion (210) and the second housing portion (220) and not exposed.

[0070] In one embodiment, as illustrated in FIG. 2b, when the electronic device (201) is in a folded state (e.g., a fully folded state), the hinge unit (230) may be exposed externally between the first housing portion (210) and the second housing portion (220).

[0071] In one embodiment, when the first housing portion (210) and the second housing portion (220) are in an intermediate state (folded with a certain angle), the hinge unit (230) may be partially exposed to the outside between the first housing portion (210) and the second housing portion (220). However, in this case, the exposed area may be less than that in the completely folded state. In one embodiment, the hinge unit (230) may include a curved surface.

[0072] In one embodiment, the first side region (241) and the second side region (242) may be formed to surround at least a portion of the border region of the display (250). For example, the first side region (241) and the second side region (242) may surround the front and / or side of the border region of the display (250). In one embodiment, the first side region (241) and the second side region (242) may be formed to surround at least a portion of the border region of the display (250).

[0073] In one embodiment, the display (250) may be disposed on a space formed by the housing structures (210, 220). For example, the display (250) may be seated on a recess formed by the housing structures (210, 220) and may be visible from the outside through the front of the electronic device (201). For example, the display (250) may form a majority of the front of the electronic device (201). For example, the front of the electronic device (201) may include the display (250) and a portion of the first housing portion (210) adjacent to the display (250) and a portion of the second housing portion (220). For example, the back of the electronic device (201) may include a first back cover (215), a portion of a first housing portion (210) adjacent to the first back cover (215), a second back cover (225), and a portion of a second housing portion (220) adjacent to the second back cover (225).

[0074] In one embodiment, the display (250) may refer to a display in which at least a portion of the display can be transformed into a flat or curved surface. According to one embodiment, the display (250) may include a folding area (253), a first area (251) arranged on one side (e.g., the left side of the folding area (253) illustrated in FIG. 2A) with respect to the folding area (253), and a second area (252) arranged on the other side (e.g., the right side of the folding area (253) illustrated in FIG. 2A). However, the division of areas of the display (250) illustrated in FIG. 2A is exemplary, and the display (250) may be divided into a plurality of areas (e.g., four or more or two) depending on the structure or function. For example, in the embodiment illustrated in FIG. 2A, the regions of the display (250) may be divided by a folding region (253) extending parallel to the folding axis (A), but in one embodiment, the regions may also be divided based on another folding axis of the display (250) (e.g., a folding axis parallel to the width direction of the electronic device).

[0075] In one embodiment, the display (250) may be coupled with or disposed adjacent to a touch panel having a touch detection circuit and a pressure sensor capable of measuring the intensity (pressure) of a touch. For example, the display (250) may be coupled with or disposed adjacent to a touch panel that detects an electromagnetic resonance (EMR) stylus pen, as an example of a touch panel.

[0076] In one embodiment, the first region (251) and the second region (252) may have an overall symmetrical shape centered on the folding region (253). However, unlike the first region (251), the second region (252) may include a cut notch depending on the presence of the sensor region (222), but may have a shape symmetrical with respect to the first region (251) in other regions. For example, the first region (251) and the second region (252) may include a portion having a symmetrical shape and a portion having an asymmetrical shape.

[0077] In one embodiment, the edge thicknesses of the first region (251) and the second region (252) may be formed differently from the edge thickness of the folding region (253). The edge thickness of the folding region (253) may be formed thinner than the thicknesses of the first region (251) and the second region (252). In terms of thickness, the first region (251) and the second region (252) may have an asymmetrical shape when the first region (251) and the second region (252) are viewed in cross-section.

[0078] For example, the edge of the first region (251) may be formed to have a first radius of curvature, and the edge of the second region (252) may be formed to have a second radius of curvature that is different from the first radius of curvature. In one embodiment, in terms of thickness, the first region (251) and the second region (252) may have a symmetrical shape when the first region (251) and the second region (252) are viewed in cross-section.

[0079] Hereinafter, the operation of the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) and each area of ​​the display (250) according to the state of the electronic device (201) (e.g., folded state, unfolded state, or intermediate state) will be described.

[0080] In one embodiment, when the electronic device (201) is in an unfolded state (e.g., FIG. 2a), the first surface (210a) of the first housing portion (210) and the third surface (220a) of the second housing portion (220) may be arranged to face the same direction at an angle of about 180 degrees. The surface of the first region (251) and the surface of the second region (252) of the display (250) may form an angle of 180 degrees with each other and face the same direction (e.g., toward the front of the electronic device). The folding region (253) may form the same plane as the first region (251) and the second region (252).

[0081] In one embodiment, when the electronic device (201) is in a folded state (e.g., FIG. 2b), the first surface (210a) of the first housing portion (210) and the third surface (220a) of the second housing portion (220) may be arranged to face each other. The surface of the first region (251) and the surface of the second region (252) of the display (250) may form a narrow angle (e.g., between 0 and 10 degrees) with each other and may face each other. The folding region (253) may be variable to a curved surface having at least a portion of a predetermined curvature.

[0082] In one embodiment, when the electronic device (201) is in an intermediate state, the first housing portion (210) and the second housing portion (220) may be arranged at a certain angle with respect to each other. The surface of the first region (251) and the surface of the second region (252) of the display (250) may form an angle that is greater than an angle in a folded state and less than an angle in an unfolded state. The folding region (253) may be variable to a curved surface having at least a portion of a certain curvature, and the curvature at this time may be less than that in a folded state.

[0083] FIG. 3 is a block diagram schematically illustrating a configuration of an electronic device including a plurality of batteries connected in parallel by a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) according to one embodiment.

[0084] Referring to FIG. 3, the electronic device (301) may include an OVP (310), a first system (311), a second system (312), a processor (390), a first charging circuit (320), a second charging circuit (330), a first battery (381), a second battery (382), a first limiter (384), and a second limiter (385). For example, the processor (390), the first battery (381), the second battery (382), the first limiter (384), and the second limiter (385) may be implemented substantially identically to the processor (390), the first battery (381), the second battery (382), the first limiter (384), and the second limiter (385) described in FIG. 2. The electronic device (301) according to one embodiment is not limited thereto and may be formed by further including various components or excluding some of the components. The electronic device (301) according to one embodiment may further include all or part of the electronic device (101) illustrated in FIG. 1.

[0085] In one embodiment, the OVP (310, over voltage protector) may perform a function of protecting the first charging circuit (320) and / or the second charging circuit (330) from power provided from an external power source (305). The external power source (305) may be an external power transmitter (e.g., a travel adapter (TA)). For example, the OVP (310) may perform an over voltage protection function. For example, the OVP (310) may block power having a voltage greater than a specified voltage.

[0086] According to one embodiment, the first charging circuit (310) may convert power provided from an external power transmitter (305) and provide the converted power to the first system (311) and the second system (312). The first charging circuit (310) may convert power provided from the first battery (381) and provide the converted power to the first system (311). Power provided from the second battery (382) may be provided directly to the second system (312) without passing through the first charging circuit (310).

[0087] The first charging circuit (310) can convert power into a form required by the first system (311) and the second system (312). For example, the first charging circuit (310) can be implemented as a PMIC (Power Management Integrated Circuit). For example, the first system (311) and the second system (312) can refer to components of the electronic device (301). For example, the first system (311) can refer to components of the electronic device included in the first housing. The second system (312) can refer to components of the electronic device (301) included in the second housing. For example, the first system (311) and the second system (312) can be implemented substantially the same as the system (290) of FIG. 2. According to one embodiment, at least some of the functions of the first charging circuit (320) can be performed by the processor (390).

[0088] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (301) may be implemented as a foldable electronic device including a flexible display. The electronic device (301) may be folded or unfolded by a hinge. The electronic device (301) may include a first housing and a second housing that are connected to each other by a hinge. According to one embodiment, a first battery (381) and a first system (311) may be disposed in the first housing, and a second battery (382) and a second system (312) may be disposed in the second housing. The first battery (381) and the first system (311) may be connected to the second battery (382) and the second system (312) through a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB). For example, a second path that provides power from the charging circuit (380) to the second battery (382) may include a resistance (R) by the FPCB.

[0089] According to one embodiment, the first limiter (384) may be located inside the first charging circuit (320). It should be noted that the location of the first limiter (384) is not limited thereto.

[0090] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (301) can provide power provided from the second battery (382) directly to the second system (312) without passing through the first charging circuit (310). If the power provided from the second battery (28) passes through the first charging circuit (320), additional wiring passing through a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) must be provided. In this case, discharge loss may occur. However, in one embodiment, since the power provided from the second battery (382) does not have to pass through the first charging circuit (320) arranged in the first housing, the loss due to the resistance (R) of the FPCB is reduced, and thus the discharge loss can be reduced.

[0091] According to one embodiment, the wiring of the path that provides power from the first charging circuit (320) to the second system (312) and the wiring of the path that provides power from the first charging circuit (320) to the second battery (382) may be shared on a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB).

[0092] According to one embodiment, the first charging circuit (320) may receive power from an external power transmitter (305) via the OVP (310). The first charging circuit (320) may generate power for charging the first battery (381) and the second battery (382) based on the received power. The first charging circuit (320) may include a circuit for providing power to the first battery (381) and a circuit for providing power to the second battery (382). For example, the circuit for providing power to the first battery (281) and the circuit for providing power to the second battery (382) may include a direct charger circuit (e.g., a switched capacitor circuit). For example, the circuit for providing power to the first battery (381) and the circuit for providing power to the second battery (382) may be different types of circuits.

[0093] According to one embodiment, the processor (390) (e.g., application processor (AP)) can control the overall operation of the electronic device (301). For example, the processor (390) can be implemented in the same or similar manner as the processor (120) of FIG. 1. The processor (390) can check the first voltage to be applied to the first battery (381). The processor (390) can request power from an external power source (305) (e.g., a power transmitter) based on the first voltage to be applied to the first battery (381) or the second battery (382). Through this, the electronic device (301) can determine the magnitude of the voltage to be applied to the first charging circuit (320) based on the first voltage to be applied to the first battery (381) or the second battery (382). One or more processors (390) can be provided.

[0094] According to one embodiment, each of the first battery (381) and the second battery (382) may be connected to ground wires (348, 349). For example, the ground wires (348, 349) may include a first ground wire (348) for connecting the first battery (381) to ground, and a second ground wire (349) for connecting the second battery (382) to ground. For example, the first ground wire (348) and the second ground wire (349) may be arranged on a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB). Although the first ground wire (348) and the second ground wire (349) are illustrated as separate wires, it should be noted that they may be a single integrated wire that is simultaneously connected to the first battery (381) and the second battery (382).

[0095] According to one embodiment, the first charging circuit (320) can provide power to the second battery (382) through a first path. For example, the first path can include a main wire (341) arranged on a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) and a connection wire (342) connected to the main wire (341). The connection wire (342) can be a wire that connects the second battery (382) and the second system (312). A second limiter (385) can be arranged on the connection wire (342). The first charging circuit (320) can provide power to the second battery (382) through the main wire (341) and the connection wire (342).

[0096] In one embodiment, the first charging circuit (320) may provide power to the first battery (381) via a second path. For example, the second path may include a charging wire (343) connecting the first charging circuit (320) and the first battery (381). The system wire (344) may connect the first system (311) and the main wire (341).

[0097] According to one embodiment, the magnitude of the voltage output by the first charging circuit (320) to provide power to the second battery (382) and the magnitude of the voltage output by the first charging circuit (320) to provide power to the second system (312) may be the same.

[0098] According to one embodiment, the second charging circuit (330) may have its output connected to the system wiring (344).

[0099] According to one embodiment, the second charging circuit (330) may be provided for fast charging. For example, in the normal charging mode, the processor (390) may control the first charging circuit (320) so that power is supplied from the first charging circuit (320) to the first battery (381) and the second battery (382). For example, in the fast charging mode, the processor (390) may control the second charging circuit (330) so that power is supplied from the second charging circuit (330) to the first battery (381) and the second battery (382). For example, the fast charging may be a programmable power supply (PPS) method.

[0100] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (301) may further include a memory (e.g., memory (130) of FIG. 1). The memory may store instructions. For example, one or more memories may be provided. Instructions may be stored in a single memory, or a combination of multiple memories may store instructions. The instructions stored in the memory may be executed by one or more processors (390). When executed by the processor (390), the memory may include instructions for controlling the first charging circuit (320) to provide power to the system through the main wire (341) and the connection wire (342), and for controlling the first charging circuit (320) to provide power to the second battery (382) through the main wire (341) and the connection wire (342).

[0101] According to one embodiment, the input voltage of the second limiter (385) may be the same as the input voltage of the second system (312). The power of the second battery (382) may be supplied directly to the second system (312) through the connection wiring (342) without passing through the flexible printed circuit board (FPCB).

[0102] FIG. 4 is a diagram for explaining an operation of an electronic device according to one embodiment to charge a first battery and a second battery through a first charging circuit. FIG. 5 is a diagram for explaining an operation of an electronic device according to one embodiment to charge a first battery and a second battery through a second charging circuit. FIG. 6 is a diagram for explaining an operation of discharging a first battery and a second battery of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0103] Referring to FIGS. 4 to 6, an electronic device (301) (e.g., electronic device (201) of FIG. 2) may include an OVP (310), a first system (311), a second system (312), a processor (390), a first charging circuit (320), a second charging circuit (330), a first battery (381), a second battery (382), a first limiter (384), and / or a second limiter (385).

[0104] Below, the flow of power transfer in normal charging mode, fast charging mode, and discharging state will be described.

[0105] First, referring to FIG. 4, in the normal charging mode, the processor (390) can control the first charging circuit (320) to provide power to the first battery (381) and the second battery (382). The processor (390) can request power from the external power source (305) based on the voltages required by the first battery (381) and the second battery (382). The power provided from the external power source (305) can be transferred to the first charging circuit (320) via the OVP (310). The first charging circuit (320) can provide power to the second battery (382) through a first path. For example, the first path can include a main wire (341) and a connection wire (342). A second limiter (385) can be arranged on the connection wire (342). The first charging circuit (320) can provide power to the first battery (381) through a second path. For example, the second path can include a charging wire (343).

[0106] Next, referring to FIG. 5, in the fast charging mode, the processor (390) can control the second charging circuit (330) to provide power to the first battery (381) and the second battery (382). The processor (390) can request power from the external power source (305) based on the voltage required by the first battery (381) and the second battery (382). The power provided from the external power source (305) can be transferred to the second charging circuit (330) via the OVP (310). The output terminal of the second charging circuit (330) can be connected to the main wiring (341). The power transferred to the main wiring (341) can be transferred to the first charging circuit (320) and at the same time, can be transferred to the connection wiring (342) through the flexible printed circuit board (FPCB). Power transmitted through the connection wire (342) can be provided to the second battery (382). Power transmitted to the first charging circuit (320) can be provided to the first battery (381).

[0107] The processor (390) can control the power flow direction of the main wiring (341) and the first charging circuit (320) depending on which charging mode is used, either the normal charging mode or the fast charging mode. For example, in the normal charging mode, the processor (390) can control the first charging circuit (320) so that power flows from the first charging circuit (320) toward the main wiring (341). In the normal charging mode, the processor (390) can control the first charging circuit (320) so that power flows from the main wiring (341) toward the first charging circuit (320).

[0108] In one embodiment, referring to FIG. 6, in a discharged state, power provided from the first battery (381) may be transmitted to the first system (311) via the charging wire (343), the first charging circuit (320), the main wire (341), and the system wire (344). In one embodiment, power provided from the second battery (382) may be transmitted to the second system (312) via the connection wire (342).

[0109] FIG. 7 is a block diagram schematically illustrating a configuration of an electronic device including a plurality of batteries connected in parallel by a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) according to one embodiment.

[0110] Referring to FIG. 7, an electronic device (301) according to one embodiment (e.g., electronic device (201) of FIG. 2) may include an OVP (310), a first system (311), a second system (312), a processor (390), a first charging circuit (320), a second charging circuit (330), a first battery (381), a second battery (382), a first limiter (304), and / or a second limiter (385). The first battery (381) may be connected to a first ground wire (348). The second battery (382) may be connected to a second ground wire (349).

[0111] The first charging circuit (320) can provide power to the second battery (382) through the main wiring (341) and the connection wiring (342). The first charging circuit (320) can provide power to the first system (311) through the main wiring (341) and the system wiring (344). The first charging circuit (320) can provide power to the first battery (381) through the charging wiring (343).

[0112] According to one embodiment, the first limiter (304) may be located on the charging wire (343).

[0113] FIG. 8 is a schematic diagram illustrating an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0114] Referring to FIG. 8, the electronic device may include a first housing (810) (e.g., the second housing portion (220) of FIG. 2A) and a second housing (820) (e.g., the first housing portion (210) of FIG. 2A) that are connected to each other by a hinge unit (e.g., the hinge unit (230) of FIG. 2A).

[0115] For example, the first housing (810) may be a main housing, and the second housing (820) may be a sub-housing. The first housing (810) may accommodate a first charging circuit (e.g., the first charging circuit (320) of FIG. 3), a second charging circuit (e.g., the second charging circuit (330) of FIG. 3), a first system (e.g., the first system (311) of FIG. 3), and a first battery (e.g., the first battery (381) of FIG. 3). The second housing (820) may accommodate a second system (e.g., the second system (312) of FIG. 3), a second limiter (e.g., the second limiter (385) of FIG. 3), and a second battery (e.g., the battery (382) of FIG. 3).

[0116] A portion of the flexible printed circuit board (900) may be positioned on a hinge unit connecting the first housing (810) and the second housing (820). The flexible printed circuit board (900) may be deformed while the first housing (810) and the second housing (820) are folded or unfolded.

[0117] The flexible printed circuit board (900) may include a portion that does not overlap with the hinge unit and a portion that overlaps with the hinge unit. The flexible printed circuit board (900) may include a slit (920) formed in a portion that does not overlap with the hinge unit.

[0118] For example, the flexible printed circuit board (900) may include a main wiring (441) and ground wiring (448, 449). The ground wiring (448, 449) may include a first ground wiring (448) and a second ground wiring (449). The thicknesses of the main wiring (441) and the ground wiring (448, 449) may be different. For example, the thickness of the first ground wiring (448) may be thicker than the thickness of the main wiring (441). For example, the thickness of the first ground wiring (448) may be about 1.5 times the thickness of the main wiring (441).

[0119] According to one embodiment, in the process of supplying power from the second battery to the second system, wiring from the second battery to the first charging circuit is not required, so the space of the flexible printed circuit board (900) can be effectively used.

[0120] An electronic device according to one embodiment may include a first battery (381), a second battery (382) for providing power to a system, a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) connecting the first battery and the second battery, a first charging circuit (320) for providing power to the first battery and the second battery or providing power to the system, a main wiring (341) disposed on the flexible printed circuit board, connected to the first charging circuit, and passing through the flexible printed circuit board, a connection wiring (342) connecting the system and the second battery and connected to the main wiring, one or more processors (390), and a memory. The memory may store instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, control the first charging circuit to provide power to the system via the main wiring and the connection wiring, and control the first charging circuit to provide power to the second battery via the main wiring and the connection wiring.

[0121] In one embodiment, the second battery (382) can provide power to the system via the connection wiring.

[0122] In one embodiment, the magnitude of the voltage output by the first charging circuit (320) to provide power to the second battery and the magnitude of the voltage output to provide power to the system are the same.

[0123] In one embodiment, the device may further include a first limiter (384) that changes the magnitude of the voltage provided to the first battery, and a second limiter (385) that changes the magnitude of the voltage provided to the second battery.

[0124] In one embodiment, the first limiter (384) may be located inside the first charging circuit.

[0125] In one embodiment, the charging circuit further includes a charging wire (343) connecting the first charging circuit and the first battery, and the first limiter may be placed on the charging wire.

[0126] In one embodiment, the second limiter (385) may be placed on the connecting wire.

[0127] In one embodiment, the device may further include a second charging circuit (330) for providing power to the first battery and the second battery.

[0128] In one embodiment, the output terminal of the second charging circuit may be connected to the main wiring.

[0129] In one embodiment, the processor (390) may control the second charging circuit so that, when charging the first battery through the second charging circuit, the second charging circuit provides power to the first charging circuit through the main wiring.

[0130] In one embodiment, the processor (390) may control the second charging circuit so that, when charging the second battery through the second charging circuit, the second charging circuit provides power to the second battery through the main wiring and the connection wiring.

[0131] In one embodiment, the device may further include a ground wire (348, 349) connected to the first battery and the second battery and arranged on the flexible printed circuit board.

[0132] In one embodiment, the device may further include a first housing that accommodates the first battery and the first charging circuit, a second housing that accommodates the second battery and the system, and a hinge unit that connects the first housing and the second housing.

[0133] In one embodiment, the flexible printed circuit board may include a slit formed at least partially overlapping the hinge unit and not overlapping the hinge unit.

[0134] In one embodiment, the thickness of the main wiring is different from the thickness of the ground wiring.

[0135] An electronic device according to one embodiment may include a first battery, a second battery for providing power to a system, a flexible printed circuit board connecting the first battery and the second battery, a first charging circuit for providing power to the first battery and the second battery or to the system, a main wiring disposed on the flexible printed circuit board, connected to the first charging circuit, and passing through the flexible printed circuit board, a connection wiring connecting the system and the second battery and connected to the main wiring, one or more processors, and a memory. The memory may store instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, control the first charging circuit to provide power to the second battery through the main wiring and the connection wiring, and cause the second battery to provide power to the system through the connection wiring.

[0136] In one embodiment, the magnitude of the voltage output by the first charging circuit to provide power to the second battery and the magnitude of the voltage output by the first charging circuit to provide power to the system are the same.

[0137] In one embodiment, the device further includes a second charging circuit for providing power to the first battery and the second battery, and an output terminal of the second charging circuit can be connected to the main wiring.

[0138] In one embodiment, the processor may control the second charging circuit to provide power to the first charging circuit through the main wiring when charging the first battery through the second charging circuit.

[0139] An electronic device according to one embodiment may include a first battery, a second battery for providing power to a system, a flexible printed circuit board connecting the first battery and the second battery, a first charging circuit for providing power to the first battery and the second battery or to the system, a main wiring disposed on the flexible printed circuit board, connected to the first charging circuit, and passing through the flexible printed circuit board, a connection wiring connecting the system and the second battery and connected to the main wiring, at least one processor, a first housing accommodating the first battery and the first charging circuit, a second housing accommodating the second battery and the system, a hinge unit connecting the first housing and the second housing, and a memory. The memory may store instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, control the first charging circuit to provide power to the system via the main wiring and the connection wiring.

[0140] In one embodiment, a computer program may be stored on a computer-readable recording medium to execute the above-described correction method of the processor in combination with hardware.

Claims

1. In electronic devices, 1st battery (381); A second battery (382) to provide power to the system; A flexible printed circuit board (FPCB) connecting the first battery and the second battery; A first charging circuit (320) for providing power to the first battery and the second battery, or for providing power to the system; A main wiring (341) arranged on the flexible printed circuit board, connected to the first charging circuit, and passing through the flexible printed circuit board; Connecting the above system and the second battery, and connecting wiring (342) connected to the main wiring; one or more processors (390); and An electronic device comprising a memory that stores instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, control the first charging circuit to provide power to the system through the main wiring and the connection wiring, and control the first charging circuit to provide power to the second battery through the main wiring and the connection wiring.

2. In paragraph 1, The above second battery (382) is an electronic device that provides power to the system through the connection wiring.

3. In paragraph 1 or 2, An electronic device in which the voltage output by the first charging circuit (320) to provide power to the second battery and the voltage output by the first charging circuit (320) to provide power to the system are the same.

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, A first limiter (384) that changes the intensity of the voltage provided to the first battery; and An electronic device further comprising a second limiter (385) that changes the intensity of the voltage provided to the second battery.

5. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 4, The above first limiter (384) is an electronic device located inside the first charging circuit.

6. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 5, An electronic device further comprising a charging wire (343) connecting the first charging circuit and the first battery, wherein the first limiter is disposed on the charging wire.

7. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, The above second limiter (385) is an electronic device placed on the connection wiring.

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 7, An electronic device further comprising a second charging circuit (330) for providing power to the first battery and the second battery.

9. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 8, An electronic device in which the output terminal of the second charging circuit is connected to the main wiring.

10. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 9, The above processor (390) An electronic device that controls the second charging circuit so that, when charging the first battery through the second charging circuit, the second charging circuit provides power to the first charging circuit through the main wiring.

11. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 10, The above processor (390) An electronic device that controls the second charging circuit so that, when charging the second battery through the second charging circuit, the second charging circuit supplies power to the second battery through the main wiring and the connection wiring.

12. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 11, An electronic device further comprising a ground wire (348, 349) connected to the first battery and the second battery and arranged on the flexible printed circuit board.

13. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 12, A first housing accommodating the first battery and the first charging circuit; A second housing accommodating the second battery and system; and An electronic device further comprising a hinge unit connecting the first housing and the second housing.

14. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 13, An electronic device wherein the flexible printed circuit board includes a slit formed in a portion that overlaps at least a portion of the hinge unit and does not overlap the hinge unit.

15. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 14, An electronic device wherein the thickness of the main wiring is different from the thickness of the ground wiring.

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