Antenna module and electronic device comprising same

Abstract

An electronic device disclosed in the present document may comprise: a housing including a rear cover; a camera module at least partially exposed to the outside through an opening of the rear cover; a printed circuit board disposed inside the housing; an antenna module disposed adjacent to the camera module and having a radiation surface facing a side surface of the electronic device; and a key module disposed adjacent to the camera module and the antenna module and including keys exposed toward the side surface of the electronic device. The antenna module may comprise a first FPCB including a first connector and an extension part that are assembled to the printed circuit board. The key module may comprise a second FPCB including a second connector assembled to the printed circuit board. At least a portion of the extension part may be disposed between the second connector and the rear cover.

Description

Antenna module and electronic device including the same

[0001] Embodiments disclosed in this document relate to an antenna module and an electronic device including the same.

[0002] A variety of portable electronic devices, such as smartphones and tablet PCs, are being released. These devices can transmit and receive wireless communication signals with external devices via antenna modules. Recently, various forms of devices, such as foldable or rollable devices, have been released. Inside these devices, various components, such as cameras and antennas, can be placed for foldable or rollable operation.

[0003] For example, a side frame of an electronic device may be used as an antenna radiator. Various components connected to the antenna radiator may be arranged inside the electronic device. A camera module and a component around the camera module (e.g., a camera decoration part) may be mounted adjacent to the side frame on the rear of the electronic device. In addition, an opening may be formed in a portion of the side frame and a volume key may be arranged. An antenna for transmitting and receiving a millimeter wave signal (hereinafter, “MMW antenna module”) may be arranged between the camera module and the side frame. The camera module and the component around the camera module (e.g., a camera decoration part), the antenna using the side frame, the MMW antenna module, or the volume key module may influence each other depending on the arrangement form and assembly method.

[0004] An electronic device according to one embodiment may include a housing including a rear cover, a camera module at least partially exposed to the outside through an opening in the rear cover, a printed circuit board disposed inside the housing, an antenna module disposed adjacent to the camera module and having a radiating surface facing a side surface of the electronic device, and a key module disposed adjacent to the camera module and the antenna module and including a key exposed toward the side surface of the electronic device. The antenna module may include a first FPCB including a first connector and an extension portion assembled to the printed circuit board. The key module may include a second FPCB including a second connector assembled to the printed circuit board. At least a portion of the extension portion may be disposed between the second connector and the rear cover.

[0005] An electronic device according to one embodiment may include a housing forming a first surface of the electronic device, a second surface opposite to the first surface, a surface between the first surface and the second surface, a camera module at least partially exposed to the outside through an opening formed in the second surface, a camera decoration portion exposed to the outside through the opening and covering at least a portion of the camera module, a printed circuit board disposed inside the housing, an antenna module having a radiating surface facing the surface, and a key module including a key exposed toward the surface. The antenna module may include an antenna array, a first connector assembled to a first point of the printed circuit board, a first FPCB electrically connecting between the antenna array and the first connector, and a protrusion coupled to a portion of the first FPCB. The key module may include a first button portion, a second button portion, a second connector assembled to a second point of the printed circuit board, and a second FPCB electrically connecting the first button portion, the second button portion, and the second connector. At least a portion of the extension may be arranged to cover the second connector.

[0006] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to various embodiments.

[0007] FIG. 2a illustrates a configuration around a camera module of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0008] FIG. 2b illustrates a conductive frame operating as an antenna according to one embodiment.

[0009] FIGS. 3A and 3B illustrate a camera module and a camera decoder according to one embodiment.

[0010] FIGS. 4A to 4C illustrate the shape and arrangement of an MMW antenna module and a volume key module according to one embodiment.

[0011] FIG. 5 illustrates the overlapping arrangement of FPCBs of an MMW antenna module and a volume key module on the back of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0012] FIG. 6a is a cross-sectional view taken along the line A-A' of FIG. 5 according to one embodiment.

[0013] FIG. 6b is a cross-sectional view taken along the B-B' direction of FIG. 5 according to one embodiment.

[0014] FIG. 7 illustrates an extension of an MMW antenna module according to one embodiment.

[0015] FIG. 8 is an exploded view of a first FPCB of an MMW antenna module according to one embodiment.

[0016] FIG. 9 illustrates the arrangement of an MMW antenna module, a volume key module, and a rear according to one embodiment.

[0017] Figure 10 illustrates an extension formed of a plurality of materials according to one embodiment.

[0018] In connection with the description of the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals may be used for identical or similar components.

[0019] Hereinafter, various embodiments of this document will be described with reference to the attached drawings. However, this is not intended to limit the technology described in this document to specific embodiments, and it should be understood that various modifications, equivalents, and / or alternatives of the embodiments of this document are included. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar components.

[0020] 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 the electronic device (102) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with the electronic device (104) or a server (108) via a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (104) via the server (108). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), a memory (130), an input module (150), an audio output module (155), a display module (160), an audio module (170), a sensor module (176), an interface (177), a connection terminal (178), a haptic module (179), a camera module (180), a power management module (188), a battery (189), a communication module (190), a subscriber identification module (196), or an antenna module (197). In some embodiments, the electronic device (101) may omit at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (178)), or may have one or more other components added. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., the sensor module (176), the camera module (180), or the antenna module (197)) may be integrated into one component (e.g., the display module (160)).

[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 operations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or operations, the processor (120) may store commands or data received from other components (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the commands or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store result data in a non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or an auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor) that can operate independently or together with the main processor (121). For example, when the electronic device (101) includes the main processor (121) and the auxiliary processor (123), the auxiliary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a given function. The auxiliary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

[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, in the electronic device (101) itself where artificial intelligence is performed, 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. According to one embodiment, the display module (160) may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of a force generated by the touch.

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

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

[0035] 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.

[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., an 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). 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 at least one selected antenna. In some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).

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

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

[0042]

[0043] Fig. 2a illustrates a configuration around a camera module of an electronic device according to one embodiment. Fig. 2a illustrates an example centered around a configuration around a camera module (310), but is not limited thereto.

[0044] Referring to FIG. 2A, an electronic device (or portable electronic device, portable communication device) (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) (201) may include a camera module (e.g., camera module (180) of FIG. 1) (310). The electronic device (201) may capture images or videos and obtain image data using the camera module (310). A portion (e.g., lens) of the camera module (310) may be exposed to the outside. For example, the camera module (310) may be a rear camera of the electronic device (201). The lens and a portion of the barrel of the camera module (310) may be exposed in the +Z direction (a direction toward a rear cover (not shown)).

[0045] The electronic device (201) may include a conductive frame (210), a camera decoder (320), an MMW antenna module (410), a volume key module (or volume key device) (510), and a printed circuit board (610) around a camera module (310).

[0046] Hereinafter, the discussion will focus on the case where the volume key module (510) is placed around the camera module (310) and the MMW antenna module (410), but is not limited thereto. For example, another key module, such as a power key or a fingerprint sensor key, may be placed instead of the volume key module (510).

[0047] A conductive frame (or side frame) (210) may form at least a portion of a side surface of an electronic device (201). The conductive frame (210) may include a plurality of conductive portions (211 to 214). An insulating portion (not shown) may be disposed between the plurality of conductive portions (211 to 214). At least some of the plurality of conductive portions (211 to 214) may operate as an antenna for transmitting and receiving signals in a designated band. Additional information regarding the antenna operation of the conductive frame (210) may be provided through FIG. 2B.

[0048] The camera decoration part (320) may cover a portion of the camera module (310) that is exposed to the outside. For example, the camera decoration part (320) may cover a portion of the camera module (310) excluding the lens. The camera decoration part (320) may include a plurality of holes. Through the plurality of holes, a portion of the camera module (310) (e.g., the lens) may be exposed to the outside. The camera decoration part (320) may be formed of a metal material to protect the camera module (310) and for aesthetic purposes.

[0049] According to one embodiment, when viewed from the back side (the side where the back cover is placed, the side facing the +Z direction) of the electronic device (201), the camera deco part (320) may be arranged so as to overlap at least a portion of the FPCB of the MMW antenna module (410) or the FPCB of the volume key module (510). Additional information regarding the camera deco part (320) may be provided through FIGS. 3A and 3B.

[0050] The MMW antenna module (410) can communicate with a base station or other external devices using millimeter wave signals. For example, the millimeter wave signal can be a radio frequency (RF) signal having a frequency band of, for example, 20 GHz to 100 GHz. The MMW antenna module (410) can include an antenna array including a plurality of antenna elements. The MMW antenna module (410) can form at least one beam for communicating with a base station or an external device using the plurality of antenna elements. The electronic device (201) can transmit and receive a millimeter wave signal through the at least one beam.

[0051] In one embodiment, a beam formed by an antenna array may be directed in a specific direction. For example, the beam may be directed from inside the electronic device (201) toward a side of the electronic device (201). If the antenna array forms a beam that is directed toward the side (+X direction), communication performance in the side direction of the electronic device (201) may be improved.

[0052] At least a portion of the MMW antenna module (410) may be disposed between the conductive frame (210) and the camera module (310) in the +X direction. For example, the antenna array of the MMW antenna module (410) and a portion of the FPCB may be disposed between the first conductive portion (211) and the camera module (310) in the +X direction.

[0053] The MMW antenna module (410) may include an FPCB (hereinafter, referred to as a first FPCB) and a connector (hereinafter, referred to as a first connector) connected to the antenna array. In addition, the MMW antenna module (410) may further include an extension (415) connected to the first FPCB. Hereinafter, the first connector and the extension (415) are discussed as a configuration distinct from the first FPCB, but are not limited thereto. The first connector and the extension (415) may be a part of the first FPCB or may be a single configuration integrated with the first FPCB.

[0054] The extension (or protrusion, dummy portion) (415) can cover at least a portion of the connector of the volume key module (510). The extension (415) can be an extended area of ​​the first FPCB, or can be formed by attaching a separate material to the first FPCB.

[0055] The extension (415) can prevent the assembly order of the MMW antenna module (410) and the volume key module (510) from being reversed. The extension (415) can be assembled so that the connector of the volume key module (510) is first connected to the printed circuit board (610), and then the first connector of the MMW antenna module (410) is assembled to the printed circuit board (610). Additional information regarding the configuration and arrangement of the MMW antenna module (410) and the shape and arrangement of the extension (415) can be provided through FIG. 4A.

[0056] In Fig. 2a, in order to show the shape of the MMW antenna module (410), the MMW antenna module (410) is shown with priority in the overlapping portion of the MMW antenna module (410) and the camera decoration part (320), but the MMW antenna module (410) may be placed below the camera decoration part (320) in the +Z direction (see the cross-sectional views of Figs. 6a and 6b).

[0057] A volume key module (or volume key device) (510) may include a button portion for controlling the volume of an electronic device (201). The volume key module (510) may be arranged in a lateral direction (+X direction) of the electronic device (201). For example, the volume key module (510) may include a first button portion for increasing the volume and a second button portion for decreasing the volume. The volume key module (510) may be arranged adjacent to a second conductive portion (212) of a conductive frame (210).

[0058] The volume key module (510) may include a button portion (a first button portion, a second button portion), an FPCB (hereinafter, referred to as a second FPCB), and a connector (hereinafter, referred to as a second connector). The second FPCB may electrically connect the button portion and the second connector. Hereinafter, the second connector is discussed as a configuration distinct from the second FPCB, but is not limited thereto. The second connector may be a part of the second FPCB or may be a single configuration integrated with the second FPCB.

[0059] Additional information regarding the configuration and arrangement of the volume key module (510) may be provided through FIGS. 4a to 4c.

[0060] A printed circuit board (or substrate, PBA (printed circuit board assembly)) (610) can be equipped with various components necessary for the operation of an electronic device (201). The first connector and the second connector can be mounted on the printed circuit board (610) at different points, respectively. Hereinafter, the point where the first connector is connected will be discussed as the first point, and the point where the second connector is connected will be discussed as the second point.

[0061] According to one embodiment, in the assembly order, after the second connector of the volume key module (510) is coupled to the second point, the first connector of the MMW antenna module (410) can be coupled to the first point. The extension portion (415) is arranged at a portion corresponding to the second connector, thereby preventing the second connector from being coupled to the second point after the first connector is coupled to the first point (preventing reverse assembly).

[0062] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may be a portable communication device in the form of a bar, foldable, or rollable device. The following discussion focuses on the case where the electronic device (201) is a foldable device, but is not limited thereto.

[0063]

[0064] FIG. 2b illustrates a conductive frame operating as an antenna according to one embodiment.

[0065] Referring to FIGS. 2A and 2B, a conductive frame (210) may form a side surface of an electronic device (201). At least a portion of the conductive frame (210) may be exposed to the outside of the electronic device (201). The conductive frame (210) may be fixed to a bracket inside the electronic device (201).

[0066] The conductive frame (210) may include a plurality of conductive portions. For example, the conductive frame (210) may include first to fourth conductive portions (211 to 214). At least some of the first to fourth conductive portions (211 to 214) may operate as antennas that transmit and receive wireless signals of a designated band. When the first to fourth conductive portions (211 to 214) operate as antenna radiators, each of the first to fourth conductive portions (211 to 214) may include a feeding point or a grounding point depending on the band of the signal to be transmitted and received. Hereinafter, the antenna configuration of the first conductive portion (211) and the second conductive portion (212) disposed adjacent to the camera module (310) will be discussed, but the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0067] According to one embodiment, the first conductive portion (211) may be disposed at an upper edge portion of the electronic device (201). The first conductive portion (211) may be disposed adjacent to the camera module (310) and the MMW antenna module (410). The first portion of the first conductive portion (211) may be disposed on an upper side (a side facing the +Y direction) of the electronic device (201), and the second portion of the first conductive portion (211) may be disposed on a left side (a side facing the +X direction) of the electronic device (201).

[0068] The first conductive portion (211) can operate as an antenna radiator. Depending on the band of the signal to be transmitted and received, a feeding point or a grounding point can be formed in the first conductive portion (211). For example, a feeding point (211a) and a first grounding point (211b) can be formed in the first portion of the first conductive portion (211), and a second grounding point (211c) can be formed in the second portion of the first conductive portion (211). The first conductive portion (211) can operate as a DRX (Diversity Rx) antenna for a LOW BAND band operating in an INVERTED-F type.

[0069] According to one embodiment, the second conductive portion (212) may be disposed on the left side (the side facing the +X direction) of the electronic device (201). The second conductive portion (212) may be disposed adjacent to the volume key module (510). For example, the button portion of the volume key module (510) may be assembled adjacent to the second conductive portion (212) so that the button portion faces the side of the electronic device (201) (assembled so that the button portion faces the +X direction).

[0070] The second conductive portion (212) can function as an antenna radiator. Depending on the band of the signal to be transmitted and received, a feeding point or a grounding point can be formed in the second conductive portion (212). For example, a feeding point (212a) can be formed in the second conductive portion (212), and a separate grounding point may not be formed. The second conductive portion (212) can be shorter than the first conductive portion (211), and can function as an antenna for connectivity for MID / HIGH Band DRX and WIFI 2.4 GHz, 5 / 6 GHz.

[0071]

[0072] FIGS. 3A and 3B illustrate a camera module and a camera decoder according to one embodiment.

[0073] Referring to FIGS. 2A, 3A, and 3B, the electronic device (201) may include a rear cover (or rear plate) (e.g., rear glass) (810). The rear cover (810) may include an opening, through which a portion (e.g., a lens) of the camera module (310) and a camera decoration portion (320) may be exposed to the outside.

[0074] The camera decoration part (320) may include a plurality of holes (321). Through the plurality of holes (321), the lens of the camera module (310) may be exposed in the rear direction (+Z direction). The camera decoration part (320) may cover a portion (around the lens) of the camera module (310) and protect the camera module (310) from external impact. The camera decoration part (320) may be implemented with a metal material to ensure rigidity and aesthetics.

[0075] A flange (322) may be formed on the side edge of the camera decoration portion (320). The flange (322) may prevent the camera decoration portion (320) from being detached to the outside. An adhesive portion (e.g., waterproof tape) (330) may be attached to the flange (322), and the flange (322) may be adhered to the inner surface of the rear cover (810) via the adhesive portion (330).

[0076] According to one embodiment, the camera decoration part (320) may include an acoustic conduit (325) and an acoustic hole (326) connected to the acoustic conduit. The acoustic conduit (325) and the acoustic hole (326) may be passages through which sound travels during video recording. A camera sponge (323) surrounding the periphery of a plurality of holes (321) and a sound leakage prevention tape (328) surrounding the periphery of the acoustic hole (326) may be adhered to the inner surface of the camera decoration part (320).

[0077]

[0078] FIGS. 4A to 4C illustrate the shape and arrangement of an MMW antenna module and a volume key module according to one embodiment.

[0079] Referring to FIGS. 2A and 4A to 4C, the electronic device (201) may include an MMW antenna module (410) and a volume key module (510) arranged around a camera module (310). The MMW antenna module (410) may include an antenna array (411), a first FPCB (412), a first connector (413), and an extension (415).

[0080] The antenna array (411) can transmit and receive millimeter wave signals. The signal transmitted through the antenna array (411) can be transmitted to the printed circuit board (610) through the first FPCB (412) and the first connector (413). The radiating surface of the antenna array (411) can be arranged to face the side direction (+X direction) of the electronic device (201).

[0081] The first FPCB (412) can electrically connect between the antenna array (411) and the first connector (413). The first FPCB (412) can be arranged to bypass the area where the camera module (310) is arranged. At least a portion of the first FPCB (412) can be arranged to overlap with the second FPCB (512) of the volume key module (510). When viewed in the +Z direction, at least a portion of the first FPCB (412) can be arranged on top of the second FPCB (512).

[0082] The first FPCB (412) may be implemented in at least a portion of a rigid form. Additional information regarding the configuration and materials of the first FPCB (412) may be provided through FIG. 8.

[0083] The first connector (413) can be connected to the first FPCB (412). The first connector (413) can be coupled to a first point of a printed circuit board (610). On the printed circuit board (610), the first point where the first connector (413) is coupled can be positioned in a downward direction (-Y direction) of a point where the camera module (310) is positioned. The distance between the first connector (413) and the second conductive portion (212) can be longer than the distance between the second connector (513) and the second conductive portion (212).

[0084] The extension portion (415) may be connected to the first FPCB (412). The extension portion (415) may extend from a portion of the first FPCB (412) toward a second point where the second connector (513) is arranged. Hereinafter, the discussion will focus on a case where the extension portion (415) is formed separately from the first FPCB (412), but is not limited thereto. For example, the extension portion (415) may be implemented in a form in which a portion of the first FPCB (412) is extended (or protruded).

[0085] The extension (415) may be attached to the outer surface (the surface facing the +Z direction) of the first FPCB (412). Alternatively, unlike FIG. 4A, the extension (415) may be attached to the inner surface (the surface facing the -Z direction) of the first FPCB (412). The extension (415) may be implemented with polyimide (PI) that does not include wiring (e.g., CU pattern) and may be in a flexible form.

[0086] When the first connector (413) is coupled to the first point while the second connector (513) is coupled to the second point (normal coupling state), the extension portion (415) can cover the second connector (513) as shown in Fig. 4b. Accordingly, the first FPCB (412) can be placed on top of the second FPCB (512) in the +Z direction, and a distance can be secured between the second FPCB (512) and the camera decoration portion (320).

[0087] Conversely, when the first connector (413) is coupled to the first point while the second connector (513) is not coupled to the second point (reverse assembly state), the extension (415) can cover the second point of the printed circuit board (610) to which the second connector (513) is coupled. Accordingly, the extension (415) can prevent the second connector (513) from being coupled to the second point after the first connector (413) is coupled to the first point.

[0088] The volume key module (510) can convert a user's physical input into an electrical signal and transmit it to a printed circuit board (610). The volume key module (510) can include a first button portion (511a), a second button portion (511b), a second FPCB (512), and a second connector (513).

[0089] The first button portion (511a) and the second button portion (511b) can convert a user's physical input into an electrical signal. The first button portion (511a) and the second button portion (511b) can be arranged adjacent to the second conductive portion (212) of the conductive frame (210). For example, the first button portion (511a) and the second button portion (511b) can be assembled adjacent to the second conductive portion (212) so as to face the side of the electronic device (201) (the first button portion (511a) and the second button portion (511b) are assembled so as to face the +X direction).

[0090] The second FPCB (512) can transmit the electrical signal converted from the first button portion (511a) and the second button portion (511b) to the printed circuit board (610) via the second connector (513). One end of the second FPCB (512) can be connected between the first button portion (511a) and the second button portion (511b). The other end of the second FPCB (512) can be connected to the second connector (513).

[0091] At least a portion of the second FPCB (512) may be arranged to overlap the first FPCB (412). When viewed in the +Z direction, at least a portion of the second FPCB (512) may be arranged below the first FPCB (412). The second FPCB (512) may not be implemented in a rigid form, but may be implemented in a flexible form.

[0092] The second connector (513) may be connected to the second FPCB (512). The second connector (513) may be coupled to a second point of a printed circuit board (610). On the printed circuit board (610), the second point to which the second connector (513) is connected may be positioned in a downward direction (-Y direction) of a point where the camera module (310) is positioned. The distance between the second connector (513) and the second conductive portion (212) may be shorter than the distance between the first connector (413) and the second conductive portion (212).

[0093] When the first connector (413) is coupled to the first point while the second connector (513) is coupled to the second point (normal coupling state), the second connector (513) can be covered by the extension (415). Accordingly, the second FPCB (512) can be placed below the first FPCB (412) in the +Z direction, and a separation distance can be secured between the second FPCB (512) and the camera decoration part (320).

[0094] Conversely, when the first connector (413) is first connected to the first point while the second connector (513) is not connected to the second point (reverse assembly state), the extension (415) can cover the second point of the printed circuit board (610) to which the second connector (513) is connected. Accordingly, the second connector (513) cannot be connected to the second point, and reverse assembly can be prevented.

[0095]

[0096] FIG. 5 illustrates the overlapping arrangement of FPCBs of an MMW antenna module and a volume key module on the back of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0097] Referring to FIGS. 2A and 5, the electronic device (201) may include an MMW antenna module (410) and a volume key module (510) arranged around a camera module (310). The first FPCB (412) may be arranged to bypass the area where the camera module (310) is arranged.

[0098] At least a portion of the first FPCB (412) may be arranged to overlap with the second FPCB (512) of the volume key module (510). When viewed in the +Z direction, at least a portion of the first FPCB (412) may be arranged on top of the second FPCB (512).

[0099] The extension (415) may be connected to the first FPCB (412). The extension (415) may extend from a portion of the first FPCB (412) toward a second point where the second connector (513) is disposed. The extension (415) may be attached to an outer surface (a surface facing the +Z direction) of the first FPCB (412). The extension (415) may be implemented with polyimide (PI) that does not include a wiring (e.g., a CU pattern) and may be in a flexible form.

[0100] When the first connector (413) is coupled to the first point while the second connector (513) is coupled to the second point (normal coupling state), the extension (415) can cover the second connector (513).

[0101] The first button portion (511a) and the second button portion (511b) can convert a user's physical input into an electrical signal. The first button portion (511a) and the second button portion (511b) can be positioned adjacent to the second conductive portion (212) of the conductive frame (210).

[0102] One end of the second FPCB (512) can be connected between the first button portion (511a) and the second button portion (511b). The other end of the second FPCB (512) can be connected to the second connector (513).

[0103]

[0104] Fig. 6a is a cross-sectional view taken along the line A-A' of Fig. 5 according to one embodiment. Fig. 6b is a cross-sectional view taken along the line B-B' of Fig. 5 according to one embodiment.

[0105] Referring to FIG. 6A, the first cross-sectional view (601) may be a cross-sectional view taken around the second FPCB (512) of the volume key module (510). The first FPCB (412) of the MMW antenna module (410) and the second FPCB (512) of the volume key module (510) may be arranged to overlap each other around the camera module (310). At least a portion of the first FPCB (412) may be arranged in the space between the flange (322) of the camera deco part (320) and the camera flange (311).

[0106] In the +Z direction (direction toward the rear cover (810)), the first FPCB (412) of the MMW antenna module (410) may be placed on the upper side of the second FPCB (512) of the volume key module (510). The first FPCB (412) may be placed between the second FPCB (512) and the flange (322) of the camera decoration unit (320). Through this, a separation distance may be secured between the second FPCB (512) and the camera decoration unit (320). In a portion where the first FPCB (412) and the second FPCB (512) overlap, the first FPCB (412) may be implemented in a rigid form. The first FPCB (412) may prevent the occurrence of coupling noise between the second FPCB (512) and the camera decoration unit (320). Additionally, the first FPCB (412) can press the second FPCB (512) in the -Z direction to prevent the second FPCB (512) from being lifted.

[0107] Referring to FIG. 6B, the second cross-sectional view (602) may be a cross-sectional view taken around the second connector (513) of the volume key module (510). The second connector (513) of the volume key module (510) may be coupled to a second point of the printed circuit board (610). In the +Z direction (direction toward the rear cover (810)), an extension (415) of the MMW antenna module (410) may be arranged on the upper portion of the second connector (513). When the first connector (413) is coupled to the first point while the second connector (513) is coupled to the second point (normal coupling state), the extension (415) may cover the second connector (513).

[0108] Unlike FIG. 6B, when the first connector (413) is coupled to the first point while the second connector (513) is not coupled to the second point (reverse assembly state), the extension (415) can cover the second point of the printed circuit board (610) to which the second connector (513) is coupled. Accordingly, the extension (415) can prevent the second connector (513) from being coupled to the second point after the first connector (413) is coupled to the first point (reverse assembly prevention).

[0109] In one embodiment, the extension (415) may include a hole on the upper surface (the surface facing the +Z direction) of the second connector (513). Through the hole, it may be determined whether the second connector (513) is coupled to the printed circuit board (610) (see FIG. 7). In one embodiment, the extension (415) may be pressed by a rear (or rear bracket) (710) (see FIG. 9).

[0110]

[0111] FIG. 7 illustrates an extension of an MMW antenna module according to one embodiment.

[0112] Referring to FIG. 7, the MMW antenna module (410) may include an antenna array (411), a first FPCB (412), a first connector (413), and an extension (415). The extension (415) may be connected to the first FPCB (412). The extension (415) may extend from a portion of the first FPCB (412) toward a second point where a second connector (513) is coupled.

[0113] According to one embodiment, the extension portion (415) may include an adhesive portion (4151), a connection portion (4152), and a cover portion (4153). The adhesive portion (4151), the connection portion (4152), and the cover portion (4153) may be implemented from the same material (e.g., PI).

[0114] The adhesive portion (4151) can be coupled to the first FPCB (412). The connection portion (4152) can connect between the adhesive portion (4151) and the cover portion (4153). The cover portion (4153) can cover the second connector (513) when the first connector (413) is coupled to the first point while the second connector (513) is coupled to the second point (normal coupling state). The cover portion (4153) can have a size that is the same as or similar to the upper surface (the surface facing +Z) of the second connector (513).

[0115] According to one embodiment, the cover portion (4153) may include a hole (415a). The hole (415a) may be smaller than the second connector (513), and the second connector (513) may not pass through the hole (415a). When the second connector (513) is not coupled to the second point, the assembler can easily confirm that the second connector (513) is not coupled to the second point through the hole (415a) (state 701). Conversely, when the second connector (513) is coupled to the second point, one side of the second connector (513) may be visible through the hole (415a), and the assembler can easily confirm that the connector (513) is coupled to the second point (state 702).

[0116]

[0117] FIG. 8 is an exploded view of a first FPCB of an MMW antenna module according to one embodiment.

[0118] Referring to FIG. 2A and FIG. 8, the first FPCB (412) can electrically connect between the antenna array (411) and the first connector (413). The first FPCB (412) can include first to seventh portions (4121 to 4127).

[0119] The first part (4121) may be a rigid part attached to the antenna array (411). The second part (4122) may be a flexible part connecting the first part (4121) and the third part (4123). The third part (4123) may be a rigid part. When the MMW antenna module (410) is assembled to the electronic device (201), the first part (4121), the second part (4122), and the third part (4123) may be arranged to face the side of the electronic device (201).

[0120] The fourth part (4124) may be a flexible part connecting the third part (4123) and the fifth part (4125). The fifth part (4125) may be a rigid part. When the MMW antenna module (410) is assembled to the electronic device (201), the fifth part (4125) may face the rear of the electronic device (201) and be arranged parallel to the flange of the camera decoration part (320).

[0121] The sixth portion (4126) may be a flexible portion connecting the fifth portion (4125) and the seventh portion (4127). The sixth portion (4126) may be a portion to which the extension portion (415) is attached. Unlike the sixth portion (4126), the extension portion (415) may be a portion that does not include wiring (e.g., a CU pattern). For example, the extension portion (415) may be in a form in which a first film layer, a first adhesive layer, a polyimide (PI) layer, a second adhesive layer, and a second film layer are sequentially laminated. On the other hand, the sixth portion (4126) may be in a form in which a first film layer, a first adhesive layer, a first CU layer, a polyimide (PI) layer, a second CU layer, a second adhesive layer, and a second film layer are sequentially laminated.

[0122] According to one embodiment, the extension portion (415) may be formed in a form in which the sixth portion (4126) extends toward the second connector without being attached to the sixth portion (4126) as a separate material.

[0123] The seventh portion (4127) may be a rigid portion attached to the first connector of the MMW antenna module (410). The seventh portion (4127) may be positioned so as to face the rear of the electronic device (201).

[0124] The first part (4121), the second part (4122), and the third part (4123) are arranged vertically with respect to the camera decoration part, and the fifth part (4125) is arranged horizontally with respect to the camera decoration part and can be implemented in a rigid form. The fifth part (4125) may have fewer signal wires exposed to the outer layer, and may have fewer coupling paths of radiated energy between it and the camera decoration part. When the first FPCB (412) of the MMW antenna module (410) is arranged to overlap with the second FPCB of the volume key module (510) so as to cover the upper part, the radiation performance of the surrounding antenna can be improved.

[0125]

[0126] FIG. 9 illustrates the arrangement of an MMW antenna module, a volume key module, and a rear according to one embodiment.

[0127] Referring to FIGS. 2A and 9, the electronic device (201) may be a foldable electronic device. The electronic device (201) may include a first housing (9101) and a second housing (9102). The first housing (9101) and the second housing (9102) may be folded or unfolded around a hinge portion (9105). When the hinge portion (9105) is disposed between the first housing (9101) and the second housing (9102), it may be difficult to place an antenna module or a physical key (e.g., a volume key, a power key) on the side of the first housing (9101) or the second housing (9102) on which the hinge portion (9105) is disposed. Accordingly, the antenna module and physical keys (e.g., volume keys, power keys) may be placed on the side of the first housing (9101) or the second housing (9102) where the hinge portion (9105) is not placed, thereby bringing the distance between them closer or the distance from the camera module closer. Accordingly, the key module may affect the operation of the antenna module.

[0128] The first housing (9101) and the second housing (9102) may include a main display (not shown) on the inner folding surface (the surface facing -Z). The second housing (9102) may include a sub-display (910) that is exposed to the outside in the folded state.

[0129] The first housing (9101) may include a camera module (310), an MMW antenna module (410), a volume key module (510), and a rear (or rear bracket) (710). An extension portion (415) may be connected to the first FPCB (412). The extension portion (415) may extend from a portion of the first FPCB (412) toward a second point where a second connector (513) is disposed. The extension portion (415) may be implemented with polyimide (PI) that does not include a wiring (e.g., a CU pattern) and may be in a flexible form.

[0130] The second connector (513), the extension (415), and a portion (711) of the rear (710) can be aligned along a straight line C-C' parallel to the Z-axis. When the first connector (413) is coupled to the first point while the second connector (513) is coupled to the second point (normal coupling state), the extension (415) can cover the second connector (513). A portion (711) of the rear (710) can press and fix the extension (415) to the upper portion of the extension (415). Through this, the second FPCB (512) of the volume key module (510) can be reduced or minimized from being lifted due to a reaction force or assembly deviation. In addition, a uniform gap can be secured between the second FPCB (512) of the volume key module (510) and the camera decoration (320).

[0131]

[0132] Figure 10 illustrates an extension formed of a plurality of materials according to one embodiment.

[0133] Referring to FIG. 10, the MMW antenna module (1401) may include an antenna array (1411), a first FPCB (1412), a first connector (1413), and extensions (1014, 1015). The antenna array (1411), the first FPCB (1412), and the first connector (1413) may have the same or similar characteristics as the antenna array (411), the first FPCB (412), and the first connector (413) of FIG. 4A.

[0134] Unlike the extension portion (415) of FIG. 4A, the extension portions (1014, 1015) may be formed of a plurality of different materials. The extension portions (1014, 1015) may include an adhesive portion (1014) and a fixing portion (1015). The adhesive portion (1014) may be adhered to the first connector (1413) and connected to the fixing portion (1015). The fixing portion (1015) may cover the second connector of the volume key module. The fixing portion (1015) may be formed of a material having a fixed shape rather than a flexible material.

[0135] According to one embodiment, the MMW antenna module (1401) may further include a compression member (1010). The compression member (1010) may press and fix the bending portion of the first connector (1413) (the portion that bends from the side toward the rear of the electronic device) so as to prevent it from being lifted. The compression member (1010) may secure a distance between the first connector (1413) and the camera decoration member.

[0136]

[0137] Electronic devices may require reduced internal space for slimmer designs. Camera modules may become larger to accommodate higher specifications, which may lead to larger camera decoders. Camera decoders may overlap with surrounding MMW antenna modules or volume key modules. In this case, the camera decoder may form a coupling path for radiated energy, potentially reducing the radiation efficiency of surrounding antennas.

[0138] Electronic devices can secure a distance from the camera decoder by assembling the volume key module after assembling the MMW antenna module and attaching a sponge to the FPCB of the volume key module. In this case, the assembly order of the MMW antenna module and the volume key module may be reversed, resulting in performance differences between terminals.

[0139] The FPCB of the volume key module is included in the aperture area of ​​the antenna using the side frame, and the distance from the side frame is relatively close, making it difficult to standardize the shape. The FPCB of the volume key module is more difficult to uniformly arrange than the FPCB of the MMW antenna module, and when the distance from the camera deco part is close, it causes a deviation in the operation of the low band antenna.

[0140]

[0141] An electronic device according to one embodiment may include a housing including a rear cover, a camera module at least partially exposed to the outside through an opening in the rear cover, a printed circuit board disposed inside the housing, an antenna module disposed adjacent to the camera module and having a radiating surface facing a side surface of the electronic device, and a key module disposed adjacent to the camera module and the antenna module and including a key exposed toward the side surface of the electronic device. The antenna module may include a first FPCB including a first connector and an extension portion assembled to the printed circuit board. The key module may include a second FPCB including a second connector assembled to the printed circuit board. At least a portion of the extension portion may be disposed between the second connector and the rear cover.

[0142] At least a portion of the second FPCB according to one embodiment may be arranged to overlap the first FPCB. The distance between at least a portion of the second FPCB and the rear cover may be greater than the distance between the first FPCB and the rear cover.

[0143] In one embodiment, the extension portion may extend to a point where the second connector is assembled to the printed circuit board.

[0144] According to one embodiment, the extension portion may be bonded to the first FPCB and formed of a film including polyimide (PI).

[0145] In one embodiment, the extension portion may be formed such that a portion of the first FPCB extends to a point where the second connector is assembled to the printed circuit board.

[0146] In one embodiment, the extension portion may include a hole through which at least a portion of the second connector is visible when the second connector is assembled to the printed circuit board.

[0147] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may further include a camera decoration portion that covers the camera module and is at least partially exposed through the opening of the rear cover. A flange of the camera decoration portion may be arranged to overlap a portion of the first FPCB or a portion of the second FPCB.

[0148] According to one embodiment, the first FPCB includes a rigid portion, and the rigid portion can be positioned between the flange of the camera deco portion and the second FPCB.

[0149] According to one embodiment, the distance between the first FPCB and the camera decoration part may be smaller than the distance between the second FPCB and the camera decoration part.

[0150] In one embodiment, the housing may further include a conductive frame forming a side surface of the electronic device and at least a portion of which acts as an antenna.

[0151] According to one embodiment, the conductive portion may include a first conductive portion disposed adjacent to the antenna module, and a second conductive portion disposed adjacent to the key module. Each of the first conductive portion and the second conductive portion may form an antenna for transmitting and receiving a wireless communication signal of a designated frequency band.

[0152] In one embodiment, the first conductive portion may be formed at a corner of the electronic device. The second conductive portion may include an opening through which a plurality of keys connected to the key module are exposed.

[0153] According to one embodiment, an insulating portion may be disposed between the first conductive portion and the second conductive portion.

[0154] According to one embodiment, the housing may include a first housing, a second housing, and a hinge portion. The first housing and the second housing may be folded or unfolded around the hinge portion. The first housing may mount the camera module, the printed circuit board, the antenna module, and the key module.

[0155] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may further include a main display mounted on a first side of the first housing and a first side of the second housing, and a sub display mounted toward a second side of the second housing.

[0156] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may further include a rear bracket. A portion of the rear bracket may be pressed so that the extension covers the second connector.

[0157] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may further include a compression member disposed at a point where the first FPCB is bent.

[0158] An electronic device according to one embodiment may include a housing forming a first surface of the electronic device, a second surface opposite to the first surface, a surface between the first surface and the second surface, a camera module at least partially exposed to the outside through an opening formed in the second surface, a camera decoration portion exposed to the outside through the opening and covering at least a portion of the camera module, a printed circuit board disposed inside the housing, an antenna module having a radiating surface facing the surface, and a key module including a key exposed toward the surface. The antenna module may include an antenna array, a first connector assembled to a first point of the printed circuit board, a first FPCB electrically connecting between the antenna array and the first connector, and a protrusion coupled to a portion of the first FPCB. The key module may include a first button portion, a second button portion, a second connector assembled to a second point of the printed circuit board, and a second FPCB electrically connecting the first button portion, the second button portion, and the second connector. At least a portion of the extension may be arranged to cover the second connector.

[0159] According to one embodiment, the first FPCB may include a rigid portion. The rigid portion may be positioned between a flange of the camera deco portion and the second FPCB.

[0160] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may further include a rear bracket. A portion of the rear bracket may be pressed so that the extension covers the second connector.

[0161]

[0162] An electronic device according to one embodiment disclosed in this document can prevent the assembly order of a volume key module and an MMW antenna module from being changed through an extension formed on an FPCB of an MMW antenna module.

[0163] An electronic device according to one embodiment disclosed in this document can secure a separation distance between the FPCB of the volume key module and the camera decoder by having the FPCB of the MMW antenna module press against the FPCB of the volume key module. Through this, the electronic device can minimize the deterioration of the radiation performance of the surrounding antenna and secure uniform antenna operation performance.

[0164]

[0165] The various embodiments of this document and the terminology used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, but should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutes of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the items, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this document, each of the phrases "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B, or C", "at least one of A, B, and C", and "at least one of A, B, or C" can include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase among those phrases, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first," "second," or "first" or "second" may be used merely to distinguish one component from another, and do not limit the components in any other respect (e.g., importance or order). When a component (e.g., a first component) is referred to as "coupled" or "connected" to another component (e.g., a second component), with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicatively," it means that the component can be connected to the other component directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0166] The term "module" used in various embodiments of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit. A module may be an integral component, or a minimum unit or part of such a component that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, a module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0167] Various embodiments of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., a program (140)) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., an internal memory (136) or an external memory (138)) readable by a machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)). For example, a processor (e.g., a processor (120)) of the machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)) may call at least one instruction among the one or more instructions stored from the storage medium and execute it. This enables the machine to operate to perform at least one function according to the at least one called instruction. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code executable by an interpreter. The machine-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-transitory' simply means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and the term does not distinguish between cases where data is stored semi-permanently or temporarily on the storage medium.

[0168] According to one embodiment, the method according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may be provided as included in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded as a commodity 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.

[0169] According to various embodiments, each component (e.g., a module or a program) of the above-described components may include one or more entities, and some of the entities may be separated and placed in other components. According to various embodiments, one or more components or operations of the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, a plurality of components (e.g., a module or a program) may be integrated into a single component. In such a case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the plurality of components identically or similarly to those performed by the corresponding component among the plurality of components prior to the integration. According to various embodiments, the operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

Claims

1. In electronic devices, Housing including rear cover; A camera module at least partially exposed to the outside through an opening in the rear cover; A printed circuit board disposed inside the housing; An antenna module disposed adjacent to the camera module and having a radiating surface facing the side of the electronic device; and A key module disposed adjacent to the camera module and the antenna module and including a key exposed toward the side of the electronic device; The above antenna module, A first FPCB including a first connector and an extension portion assembled to the printed circuit board, The above key module is, A second FPCB including a second connector assembled to the printed circuit board, At least a portion of the above extension, An electronic device characterized in that it is disposed between the second connector and the rear cover.

2. In the first paragraph, at least a part of the second FPCB, It is arranged to overlap with the above first FPCB, The distance between at least a part of the second FPCB and the rear cover is An electronic device characterized in that the distance between the first FPCB and the rear cover is greater than the distance between the first FPCB and the rear cover.

3. In the first paragraph, the extension part An electronic device characterized in that the second connector extends to a point where it is assembled to the printed circuit board.

4. In the first paragraph, the extension part An electronic device characterized in that it is formed of a film that is bonded to the first FPCB and includes polyimide (PI).

5. In the first paragraph, the extension part An electronic device characterized in that a portion of the first FPCB is formed to extend to a point where the second connector is assembled to the printed circuit board.

6. In the first paragraph, the extension part An electronic device characterized in that when the second connector is assembled to the printed circuit board, the electronic device includes a hole through which at least a portion of the second connector can be seen.

7. In paragraph 1, further comprising a camera decoration portion covering the camera module and at least a portion of which is exposed through the opening of the rear cover; The flange of the above camera deco part An electronic device characterized in that it is arranged to overlap a part of the first FPCB or a part of the second FPCB.

8. In the 7th paragraph, the first FPCB Contains a rigid part, An electronic device characterized in that the rigid portion is disposed between the flange of the camera deco portion and the second FPCB.

9. An electronic device, characterized in that in paragraph 7, the distance between the first FPCB and the camera decoration part is smaller than the distance between the second FPCB and the camera decoration part.

10. In the first paragraph, the housing An electronic device characterized in that it further comprises a conductive frame forming a side surface of the electronic device and at least a portion of which acts as an antenna.

11. In the 10th paragraph, the conductive frame a first conductive portion disposed adjacent to the antenna module; and comprising a second conductive portion disposed adjacent to the key module; An electronic device characterized in that each of the first conductive portion and the second conductive portion forms an antenna for transmitting and receiving a wireless communication signal of a designated frequency band.

12. In the first paragraph, the housing comprising a first housing, a second housing and a hinge portion, The first housing and the second housing are folded or unfolded around the hinge portion, The above first housing An electronic device characterized by being equipped with the camera module, the printed circuit board, the antenna module, and the key module.

13. In paragraph 1, Including an additional rear bracket, An electronic device characterized in that a portion of the rear bracket is pressed against the extension portion so that the extension portion covers the second connector.

14. In paragraph 1, An electronic device characterized in that it further includes a compression member disposed at a point where the first FPCB is disposed to be bent.

15. In electronic devices, A housing forming a first side of the electronic device, a second side opposite to the first side, and a side surface between the first side and the second side; A camera module at least partially exposed to the outside through an opening formed on the second surface; A camera decoration portion exposed to the outside through the above opening and covering at least a portion of the camera module; A printed circuit board disposed inside the housing; Antenna module having a radiating surface facing the side; and A key module including a key exposed toward the side; The above antenna module, antenna array; A first connector assembled at a first point of the printed circuit board; A first FPCB electrically connecting between the antenna array and the first connector; and Including a protrusion coupled to a part of the first FPCB, The above key module is, 1st button section; Second button section; a second connector assembled to a second point of the printed circuit board; and A second FPCB is included that electrically connects the first button portion or the second button portion to the second connector, At least a portion of said protrusion, An electronic device characterized in that it is arranged to cover the second connector.

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