Sheet member and electronic device comprising same
The sheet member with a substrate and fastening mechanism addresses integration challenges in electronic devices, enhancing manufacturability and structural integrity through secure component attachment.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- PCT/KR2025/005169
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2024-08-14
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-16
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-29
AI Technical Summary
Existing electronic devices face challenges in efficiently integrating components due to the limitations of traditional connection methods for sheet members, particularly in anodized metal housings, which affect manufacturability, portability, and design improvements.
A sheet member with a substrate featuring a protruding region and a fastening member, including a fastening hole and screw structures, allows for secure and efficient attachment of components through a combination of insertion grooves and screw engagements.
Enhances the manufacturability and structural integrity of electronic devices by providing a robust and efficient method for component integration, improving portability and design flexibility.
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Abstract
Description
Sheet member and electronic device including same
[0001] The present disclosure relates to a sheet member and an electronic device including the same.
[0002] As wireless communication technology advances, electronic devices such as smartphones capable of wireless communication can provide services utilizing communication functions such as GPS (global positioning system), Wi-Fi, LTE (long-term evolution), and NFC (near field communication).
[0003] Recently, not only has the performance of electronic devices improved, but also portability, weight reduction, slimming, and design improvements have been made, and various technological research is being conducted to improve manufacturability.
[0004] Such electronic devices or anodized metal housings may include a sheet member formed of a rigid body. The sheet member has a boss formed therein for connection to other components. The boss has a hole or groove formed in its center, and other components are inserted into the hole or groove to be joined or supported by the boss.
[0005] The background technology described above is possessed or acquired during the process of deriving the present disclosure, and cannot necessarily be said to be a publicly known technology disclosed to the general public prior to the filing of the present disclosure.
[0006] A sheet member according to one embodiment may include a substrate including a protruding region protruding from one surface and a fastening member coupled to the protruding region. In one embodiment, the fastening member may include a fastening hole having a shape extending from the outside of the fastening member toward the inside of the fastening member, an insertion groove formed from an inner surface of the fastening member facing the fastening hole and into which the protruding region is inserted, and a first screw structure provided on an inner surface of the fastening member facing the fastening hole. In one embodiment, the protruding region may include a second screw structure formed on one surface of the protruding region facing the fastening hole and having a shape continuous with the first screw structure.
[0007] In addition, an electronic device according to one embodiment may include a sheet member including a substrate including a protruding area, a fastening member coupled to the protruding area and including a fastening hole, and a fastening structure inserted into the fastening hole and coupled with the fastening member. In one embodiment, the fastening member may include an insertion groove formed from an inner surface of the fastening member facing the fastening hole and into which the protruding area is inserted, and a first screw structure provided on an inner surface of the fastening member facing the fastening hole and engaged with the fastening structure. In one embodiment, the protruding area may include a second screw structure formed on one surface of the protruding area facing the fastening hole and engaged with the fastening structure together with the first screw structure.
[0008] The cover member and the electronic device including the same according to the embodiments are not limited to those mentioned above, and various purposes, configurations, and effects of the cover member and the electronic device including the same that are 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 according to specific embodiments of the present disclosure will become more apparent from the detailed description below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0010] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to embodiments.
[0011] FIG. 2A is a front perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment.
[0012] FIG. 2b is a rear perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment.
[0013] FIG. 2c is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to one embodiment.
[0014] FIG. 3a is a perspective view of a sheet member according to one embodiment.
[0015] Figure 3b is a cross-sectional view of a sheet member according to one embodiment.
[0016] Figure 3c is an exploded perspective view of a sheet member according to one embodiment.
[0017] FIG. 4a is a perspective view of a sheet member according to one embodiment.
[0018] Figure 4b is a perspective view of a sheet member according to one embodiment.
[0019] FIG. 5a is a perspective view of a sheet member according to one embodiment.
[0020] Figure 5b is a perspective view of a sheet member according to one embodiment.
[0021] Figure 6a is a perspective view of a sheet member according to one embodiment.
[0022] Figure 6b is a perspective view of a sheet member according to one embodiment.
[0023] Figure 7a is a perspective view of a sheet member according to one embodiment.
[0024] Figure 7b is a perspective view of a sheet member according to one embodiment.
[0025] Figure 8 is a flowchart of a method for assembling a sheet member according to one embodiment.
[0026] Figure 9 is a cross-sectional view of a sheet member according to one embodiment.
[0027] Figure 10 is a cross-sectional view of a sheet member according to one embodiment.
[0028] 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.
[0029] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) within a network environment (100) according to various embodiments.
[0030] Referring to FIG. 1, in a network environment (100), an electronic device (101) may communicate with an electronic device (102) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with at least one of an electronic device (104) or a server (108) via a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (104) via the server (108). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), a memory (130), an input module (150), an audio output module (155), a display module (160), an audio module (170), a sensor module (176), an interface (177), a connection terminal (178), a haptic module (179), a camera module (180), a power management module (188), a battery (189), a communication module (190), a subscriber identification module (196), or an antenna module (197). In some embodiments, the electronic device (101) may omit at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (178)), or may have one or more other components added. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., the sensor module (176), the camera module (180), or the antenna module (197)) may be integrated into one component (e.g., the display module (160)).
[0031] The processor (120) may control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) by executing, for example, software (e.g., a program (140)), and may perform various data processing or calculations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or calculation, the processor (120) may store a command or data received from another component (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the command or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store the resulting data in a non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or a secondary processor (123) (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor) that can operate independently or together therewith. For example, if the electronic device (101) includes a main processor (121) and a secondary processor (123), the secondary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a specified function. The secondary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.
[0032] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least a part of functions or states associated with at least one component (e.g., a display module (160), a sensor module (176), or a communication module (190)) of the electronic device (101), for example, on behalf of the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as a part of another functionally related component (e.g., a camera module (180) or a communication module (190)). In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. The artificial intelligence models may be generated through machine learning. This learning can be performed, for example, on the electronic device (101) itself where the artificial intelligence model is executed, or can be performed through a separate server (e.g., server (108)). The learning algorithm can include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but is not limited to the examples described above. The artificial intelligence model can include multiple artificial neural network layers.The artificial neural network may be one of a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recurrent neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), a deep Q-network, or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to, or alternatively to, a hardware structure, an artificial intelligence model may include a software structure.
[0033] 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).
[0034] 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).
[0035] 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).
[0036] The audio output module (155) can output audio signals to the outside of the electronic device (101). The audio output module (155) can include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. According to one embodiment, the receiver can be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of the speaker.
[0037] 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.
[0038] 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).
[0039] 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.
[0040] 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.
[0041] 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).
[0042] A haptic module (179) can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimuli (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimuli that a user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic sensations. According to one embodiment, the haptic module (179) can include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.
[0043] 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.
[0044] 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).
[0045] 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.
[0046] 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).
[0047] 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) may support a peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for eMBB realization, a loss coverage (e.g., 164 eB 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.
[0048] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as the first network (198) or the second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, for example, by the communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device via the selected at least one antenna. According to some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).
[0049] According to various embodiments, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. According to one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent a first side (e.g., a bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high-frequency band (e.g., a mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna) disposed on or adjacent a second side (e.g., a top side or a side side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high-frequency band.
[0050] 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)).
[0051] 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 by 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.
[0052] 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 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.
[0053] The term "module" used in the 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).
[0054] 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.
[0055] According to one embodiment, the method according to the embodiments disclosed in the present document may be provided as included in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded as a product between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)), or may be distributed online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) via an application store (e.g., Play Store™) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored or temporarily generated in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or an intermediary server.
[0056] According to 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.
[0057] FIG. 2a is a front perspective view of an electronic device (201) according to one embodiment, FIG. 2b is a rear perspective view of an electronic device (201) according to one embodiment, and FIG. 2c is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device (201) according to one embodiment.
[0058] Referring to FIGS. 2a, 2b, and 2c, an electronic device (201) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) may include a front surface (210a), a back surface (210b), and a side surface (211c) surrounding a space between the front surface (210a) and the back surface (210b).
[0059] An electronic device (201) according to an embodiment disclosed in this document may take various forms. The electronic device (201) may include, for example, a portable communication device (e.g., a smartphone), a display device, an audio device, a portable multimedia device, a computer, a medical device, a camera, a wearable device, or a home appliance. Furthermore, the electronic device (201) according to an embodiment of this document is not limited to the aforementioned devices.
[0060] An electronic device (201) according to one embodiment may include a housing structure (210) that forms an exterior and accommodates components therein. The housing structure (210) may form a front surface (210a) of the electronic device (201) (e.g., a surface facing the +Z direction), a rear surface (201b) (e.g., a surface facing the -Z direction), and a side surface (211c) that surrounds an interior space between the front surface (210a) and the rear surface (210b). In one embodiment, the housing structure (210) may form a side surface (211c) through a first side surface (211c-1) (e.g., a side facing the - Y direction), a second side surface (211c-2) (e.g., a side facing the + Y direction), a third side surface (211c-3) (e.g., a side facing the + X direction), and a fourth side surface (211c-4) (e.g., a side facing the - X direction) connecting the front surface (210a) and the back surface (210b).
[0061] In one embodiment, the housing structure (210) may include a front plate (211a) forming a front surface (210a) of the electronic device (201). In one embodiment, the front plate (211a) may be formed such that at least a portion thereof is substantially transparent. For example, the front plate (211a) may include a glass plate or a polymer plate including at least one coating layer.
[0062] In one embodiment, the housing structure (210) may include a back plate (211b) forming a back surface (210b) of the electronic device (201). In one embodiment, the back plate (211b) may be formed to be substantially opaque. For example, the back plate (211b) may be formed of a coated or colored glass, ceramic, polymer, metal (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel, magnesium, or an alloy), or a combination thereof.
[0063] In one embodiment, the back plate (211b) may be a part of the housing structure (210). Alternatively, the back plate (211b) may be a separate component from the housing structure (210) that is coupled to the housing structure (210).
[0064] In one embodiment, the housing structure (210) may include a side frame (240). In one embodiment, the side frame (240) may form a side surface (211c) of the electronic device (201) at least in part. For example, the side frame (240) may be coupled to the front plate (211a) and the back plate (211b). The side frame (240) may include a metal and / or a polymer.
[0065] In one embodiment, the side frame (240) may be seamlessly formed integrally with the rear plate (211b). In one embodiment, at least a portion of the side frame (240) may be formed of substantially the same material as the rear plate (211b), such as aluminum, but is not limited thereto. For example, the side frame (240) may include various types of metal materials.
[0066] In one embodiment, the front plate (211a) may include a plurality of first edge regions (212a-1) facing one direction (e.g., + / - X direction) and extending from at least a portion of the front surface (210a) to the back plate (211b) and having a rounded surface, a plurality of second edge regions (212a-2) facing another direction (e.g., + / - Y direction) and extending from at least a portion of the front surface (210a) to the back plate (211b) and having a rounded surface, and a plurality of third edge regions (212a-3) extending from at least a portion of the front surface (210a) to the back plate (211b) and having a rounded surface and positioned between the plurality of first edge regions (212a-1) and the plurality of second edge regions (212a-2).
[0067] In one embodiment, the back plate (211b) may include a plurality of fourth edge regions (212b-1) facing one direction (e.g., + / - X direction) and extending from at least a portion of the back plate (210b) to the front plate (211a) and having a rounded surface, a plurality of fifth edge regions (212b-2) facing another direction (e.g., + / - Y direction) and extending from at least a portion of the back plate (210b) to the front plate (211a) and having a rounded surface, and a plurality of sixth edge regions (212b-3) extending from at least a portion of the back plate (210b) to the front plate (211a) and having a rounded surface and positioned between the plurality of fourth edge regions (212b-1) and the plurality of fifth edge regions (212b-2).
[0068] In one embodiment, the side frame (240) may surround at least a portion of a space formed between the front (210a) and the back (210b) of the electronic device (201). In one embodiment, a display (261) may be positioned on one side (e.g., in the +Z direction) of the side frame (240). A back plate (211b) may be positioned on the other side (e.g., in the -Z direction) of the side frame (240).
[0069] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include a display (261) (e.g., the display module (160) of FIG. 1). In one embodiment, the display (261) may be located on the front side (210a) of the electronic device (201).
[0070] In one embodiment, the display (261) may be visually exposed through at least a portion of the front plate (211a), such as the first edge regions (212a-1), the second edge regions (212a-2), and the third edge regions (212a-3). In one embodiment, the front plate (211a) may be made of transparent glass or a polymer material.
[0071] In one embodiment, the display (261) may be visually exposed to the exterior of the electronic device (201) along the front surface (210a) of the housing structure (210). The display (261) may include a screen display area. The display (261) may be coupled to the front surface (210a) of the housing structure (210) such that the screen display area is visually exposed to the exterior of the electronic device (201).
[0072] In one embodiment, the display (261) may have a shape substantially identical to the outer contour shape of the front plate (211a). Although not illustrated in the drawing, the display (261) according to one embodiment may include a touch screen panel (TSP), a pressure sensor, and / or a digitizer (not illustrated) for detecting a stylus pen.
[0073] In one embodiment, the display (261) may include a screen display area (261a) that is visually exposed to the outside of the electronic device (201) and displays content through pixels or a plurality of cells. In one embodiment, the screen display area (261a) may include a sensing area (261a-1) and a camera area (261a-2). The sensing area (261a-1) may overlap at least a portion of the screen display area (261a). The sensing area (261a-1) may allow transmission of an input signal related to a sensor module (e.g., the sensor module (176) of FIG. 1). The sensing area (261a-1) may display content together with a screen display area (261a) that does not overlap with the sensing area (261a-1).
[0074] In one embodiment, the camera area (261a-2) may overlap at least a portion of the screen display area (261a). The camera area (261a-2) may expose a lens of a first camera module (280a) (e.g., camera module (180) of FIG. 1) positioned to face the front of the electronic device (201).
[0075] For example, the camera area (261a-2) may allow transmission of an optical signal associated with the camera module (280a). In one embodiment, the camera area (261a-2) may display content similarly to the screen display area (261a) that does not overlap with the camera area (261a-2). For example, the camera area (261a-2) may display content while the first camera module (280a) is not operating.
[0076] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include a sensor module (276). The sensor module (276) may sense a signal applied to the electronic device (201). The sensor module (276) may be located, for example, on the front (210a) of the electronic device (201). The sensor module (276) may be arranged on the electronic device (201) to correspond to a sensing area (261a-1) of a screen display area (261a).
[0077] For example, the sensor module (276) may be arranged to perform its function without being visually exposed through the display (261) in the internal space of the electronic device (201). The sensor module (276) may receive an input signal that passes through the sensing region (261a-1) and generate an electrical signal based on the received input signal. For example, the input signal may have a specified physical quantity (e.g., heat, light, temperature, sound, pressure, ultrasound). According to one embodiment, the input signal may include a signal related to the user's biometric information (e.g., the user's fingerprint, voice).
[0078] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include a camera module (280a, 280b) (e.g., the camera module (180) of FIG. 1). In one embodiment, the camera module (280a, 280b) may include a first camera module (280a) and a second camera module (280b). In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include a flash (280c) disposed near the first camera module (280a) and the second camera module (280b).
[0079] In one embodiment, the first camera module (280a) is positioned with its lens exposed on the front side (210a) of the housing structure (210) and can receive an optical signal from the front side (e.g., +Z direction) of the electronic device (201). The second camera module (280b) is positioned with its lens exposed on the rear side (210b) of the housing structure (210) and can receive an optical signal from the rear side (e.g., -Z direction) of the electronic device (201).
[0080] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the first camera module (280a) may be positioned in the housing structure (210) so as to be covered by the display (261). For example, the first camera module (280a) may include an under-display camera (UDC).
[0081] In one embodiment, the first camera module (280a) may receive an optical signal passing through the camera area (261a-2). In one embodiment, the second camera module (280b) may include multiple cameras (e.g., dual cameras, triple cameras, or quad cameras). In one embodiment, the flash (280c) may include a light-emitting diode or a xenon lamp.
[0082] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include an input module (250) (e.g., the input module (150) of FIG. 1). The input module (250) may receive an operation signal from a user. For example, the input module (250) may include at least one key input device that is positioned so as to be exposed on a side surface (211c) of the housing structure (210).
[0083] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include a connection terminal (278) (e.g., connection terminal (178) of FIG. 1). In one embodiment, the connection terminal (278) may be disposed on an outer surface of the housing structure (210). The electronic device (201) may be wired to an external device (e.g., another electronic device or an external power source) through the connection terminal (278).
[0084] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the side frame (240) may include a metal material. At least a portion of the side frame (240) may function as an antenna radiator of the electronic device (201).
[0085] In one embodiment, the side frame (240) may include a bracket (242) (or bracket portion, support portion) that supports components of the electronic device (201) within the electronic device (201). In one embodiment, the bracket (242) may be formed integrally with the side frame (240) or manufactured separately from the side frame (240) and connected to the side frame (240).
[0086] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include one or more printed circuit boards (PCBs). For example, the electronic device (201) may include a first circuit board (251) (or main circuit board) and a second circuit board (252) (or sub circuit board).
[0087] In one embodiment, the side frame (240) can support circuit boards (251, 252). For example, the circuit boards (251, 252) can be placed on the brackets (242) of the side frame (240). In one embodiment, when a plurality of circuit boards (251, 252) are provided, for example, when the circuit boards (251, 252) include a first circuit board (251) and a second circuit board (252), the first circuit board (251) and the second circuit board (252) can be placed spaced apart from each other at different positions of the bracket (242).
[0088] In one embodiment, each circuit board (251, 252) may be fixed in position through screw connection to the bracket (242). In one embodiment, the first circuit board (251) and the second circuit board (252) may be electrically connected through a connecting board (e.g., a flexible printed circuit board; FPCB).
[0089] In one embodiment, a wireless communication circuit (e.g., a wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1) may be arranged on at least one of the first circuit board (251) and the second circuit board (252). In one embodiment, each circuit board (251, 252) may be electrically connected to a side frame (240) of the side frame (240) to form an electrical path between the conductive area formed by the side frame (240) and the wireless communication circuit.
[0090] In one embodiment, the first circuit board (251) and the second circuit board (252) may be disposed inside the electronic device (201), for example, in the bracket (242). In one embodiment, the first circuit board (251) may be accommodated in the first board slot (242a) formed by the bracket (242). In one embodiment, the second circuit board (252) may be accommodated in the second board slot (242b) formed by the bracket (242). At least one circuit board (251, 252) may be connected to the bracket (242) via a ground.
[0091] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include a battery (289) disposed internally (e.g., battery (189) of FIG. 1). The battery (289) may be disposed in a battery slot (245) formed in a bracket (242) of a side frame (240).
[0092] Fig. 3a is a perspective view of a sheet member (300) according to one embodiment, Fig. 3b is a cross-sectional view of a sheet member (300) according to one embodiment, and Fig. 3c is an exploded perspective view of a sheet member (300) according to one embodiment. Specifically, Fig. 3b is a cross-sectional view of the sheet member (300) viewed in the AA' direction of Fig. 3a.
[0093] Referring to FIGS. 3a, 3b and 3c, a sheet member (300) according to one embodiment may include a substrate (310) and a fastening member (330).
[0094] Hereinafter, any content overlapping with the above will be omitted for explanation, and it will be understood that 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 the sheet member (300) and the electronic device including the same (e.g., the electronic device (201) of FIGS. 2A, 2B, and 2C). In addition, at least one configuration or feature of the embodiments described above may be combined in the sheet member (300) and the electronic device (201), unless it is technically clearly impossible.
[0095] In one embodiment, the sheet member (300) may be a component of an electronic device (201). For example, the electronic device (201) may be a portable electronic device. Alternatively, the sheet member (300) may be a component of an exterior material including an anodizable metal structure.
[0096] In one embodiment, the sheet member (300) may be a component of the electronic device (201). For example, the sheet member (300) may be a component of a housing structure (e.g., the housing structure (210) of FIGS. 2A, 2B, and 2C). Alternatively, the sheet member (300) may be any one of the components of the electronic device (201) that is fastened to the housing structure (210) or another structure.
[0097] Hereinafter, a case in which the sheet member (300) is a part of an electronic device (201) is exemplarily described, but the actual implementation of the sheet member (300) is not limited thereto, and the description of the electronic device (201) can be applied by replacing it with another device or another structure.
[0098] In one embodiment, the sheet member (300) may be a rigid press sheet, a synthetic resin sheet, or a metal sheet including a fastening element such as a boss, for example. Alternatively, the term 'sheet member (300)' in this document is merely an exemplary terminology for description, and the shape of the sheet member (300) is not necessarily limited to a sheet, but may be a plate or three-dimensional structure of various structures and shapes.
[0099] In one embodiment, the substrate (310) may be a base or sheet body of the sheet member (300). The substrate (310) may be made of a material having high rigidity. For example, the substrate (310) may be made of a rigid body including metal or synthetic resin (e.g., plastic or polycarbonate).
[0100] In one embodiment, the substrate (310) may include a first side (311) and a second side (312) opposite to the first side (311). The substrate (310) may have a sheet or plate shape. Alternatively, without limitation, the substrate (310) may have various three-dimensional structural shapes.
[0101] In one embodiment, the substrate (310) may include a protruding region (318). The protruding region (318) may be formed by protruding from one side of the substrate (310) (e.g., the first side (311)). For example, the protruding region (318) may have a column or rod shape extending from one side of the substrate (310).
[0102] For example, the protruding region (318) may extend in a substantially vertical direction (e.g., in the Z-axis direction) from the substrate (310). Alternatively, the protruding region (318) may extend in a direction inclined from the substrate (310).
[0103] However, "substantially" in this document may mean the same level, reflecting tolerances or errors in normal manufacturing processes. Alternatively, "substantially" may refer to a range including any one of + / -0.1%, + / -0.5%, + / -1%, + / -3%, + / -5%, + / -7%, + / -10%, + / -15%, and + / -20%, based on the literal equivalent 0%.
[0104] In one embodiment, the substrate (310) may include a fastening area (313). The fastening area (313) may be an area facing a fastening member (330) or an area facing a fastening hole (331) of the fastening member (330).
[0105] For example, the fastening region (313) may be closed as illustrated in FIG. 3B. Alternatively, unlike the drawing, the fastening region (313) may be open from the first side (311) to the second side (312) (e.g., the sheet member (1000) of FIG. 10).
[0106] In one embodiment, a fastening member (330) may be coupled to the protruding region (318). The fastening member (330) may be a structure for forming a boss, a nut, or a female screw. The fastening member (330) may include at least a portion of a fastening hole (331), an insertion groove (333), and a first screw structure (335).
[0107] In one embodiment, the fastening hole (331) may be a hole or groove into which a fastening structure on the outside of the sheet member (300) is inserted. For example, the fastening hole (331) may penetrate the center of the fastening member (330). Alternatively, the fastening hole (331) may have a shape extending in a direction substantially perpendicular to the fastening member (330) (e.g., in the Z-axis direction).
[0108] In one embodiment, the sheet member (300) can be fastened to the fastening structure by inserting the fastening structure into the fastening hole (331) of the fastening member (330). The fastening structure can be, for example, a bolt, a stick, or an elongated structure including a screw thread.
[0109] In one embodiment, the fastening structure can be inserted from the second side (312) of the substrate (310) in the direction of the first side (311) (e.g., +Z direction). For example, the substrate (310) can further include an opening facing the fastening hole (331). The opening can be a hole through which an external structure is inserted into the fastening hole (331) and passes through the substrate (310). Alternatively, the fastening structure can be inserted from the first side (311) of the substrate (310) in the direction of the second side (312) (e.g., -Z direction).
[0110] In one embodiment, the insertion groove (333) may have a grooved shape from an inner surface facing the fastening hole (331) of the fastening member (330). Alternatively, the insertion groove (333) may have a shape that is opened by penetrating from the inner surface of the fastening member (330) to the outer surface.
[0111] In one embodiment, a protruding region (318) may be inserted into the insertion groove (333). The insertion groove (333) may be an area that comes into contact with the protruding region (318) and surrounds the protruding region (318). By inserting the protruding region (318) into the insertion groove (333), the substrate (310) may be coupled with the fastening member (330).
[0112] For example, the insertion groove (333) may occupy a certain proportion (e.g., 20 to 30%) of the total volume of the fastening member (330). A protruding region (318) may be inserted into the insertion groove (333), and the protruding region (318) may reinforce the rigidity of the fastening member (330).
[0113] In one embodiment, the first screw structure (335) may be formed on the inner surface of the fastening member (330) facing the fastening hole (331). The first screw structure (335) may have a shape that extends in the direction in which the fastening member (330) extends (e.g., in the Z-axis direction) (or in the direction in which the protruding region (318) extends, or in the direction in which the fastening hole (331) extends).
[0114] In one embodiment, the first screw structure (335) can be engaged and coupled with the screw structure of the fastening structure. For example, the first screw structure (335) can be a female screw or a nut, and the screw structure of the fastening structure can be a male screw or a bolt. The first screw structure (335) can connect the fastening structure and the fastening member (330).
[0115] In one embodiment, the protruding area (318) may include a second screw structure (319). The second screw structure (319) may be formed on one side of the protruding area (318) facing the fastening hole (331) in the protruding area (318).
[0116] In one embodiment, the insertion groove (333) has a shape that is recessed from the inner surface of the fastening member (330) and the protruding region (318) is inserted into the insertion groove (333), so that the first screw structure (335) and the second screw structure (319) can be arranged adjacent to each other in a direction facing the fastening hole (331).
[0117] In one embodiment, the second screw structure (319) may have a shape that is continuous with the first screw structure (335). Since the first screw structure (335) has a shape that is continuous with the second screw structure (319), the first screw structure (335) can support the fastening structure together with the second screw structure (319).
[0118] In one embodiment of the present document, the protruding region (318) including the second screw structure (319) can provide fastening stability and durability of the sheet member (300) and the fastening structure. The second screw structure (319) can provide bonding stability between the fastening structure and the sheet member (300). In addition, the first screw structure (335) and the second screw structure (319) can prevent the fastening structure and the sheet member (300) from being undesirably separated, or the fastening member (330) from being undesirably separated from the substrate (310).
[0119] In one embodiment, the second screw structure (319) can provide usability of the sheet member (300). Since the second screw structure (319) is made of a rigid material, it may not wear out or break when the fastening structure is repeatedly fastened to the sheet member (300). In addition, the second screw structure (319) can allow for repeated use of the sheet member (300) and reinforce the rigidity of the sheet member (300).
[0120] In one embodiment, the protruding region (318) may be continuous from the substrate (310) and may be formed as one body with the substrate (310). By forming the protruding region (318) and the substrate (310) as one body, the sheet member (300) can increase the fastening stability and durability of the fastening member (330) and the substrate (310), and the sheet member (300) can provide fastening strength and fastening stability to a fastening structure inserted into the fastening member (330).
[0121] In one embodiment, the fastening member (330) may be formed of a material having relatively lower rigidity than the substrate (310). For example, the fastening member (330) may be formed of a polymer synthetic resin. For example, the fastening member (330) may be joined to the substrate (310) through an insert injection process.
[0122] In one embodiment, the sheet member (300) may include a relatively high strength substrate (310) and a relatively low strength fastening member (330), thereby providing a manufacturing advantage for forming the fastening member (330) and providing durability of the sheet member (300).
[0123] For example, the first screw structure (335) of the fastening member (330) and the second screw structure (319) of the substrate (310) can support the fastening structure together. When the fastening structure is inserted into the fastening hole (331), the fastening structure, the first screw structure (335), and the second screw structure (319) can be interlocked and combined together, and the substrate (310), the fastening member (330), and the fastening structure of the sheet member (300) can be stably combined with each other.
[0124] A sheet member (300) according to one embodiment of the present document can provide manufacturing efficiency and manufacturing economy, can provide manufacturing yield, or can provide durability and bonding stability of the sheet member (300) compared to a case where a separate rigid boss part (e.g., a nut) is additionally assembled to form a fastening member (330) such as a boss or nut.
[0125] In one embodiment, the substrate (310) may further include an open area (315). The open area (315) may have a shape corresponding to the protruding area (318). For example, the open area (315) may be a space formed in the substrate (310) by shearing and bending an area corresponding to the protruding area (318) in the raw material of the substrate (310) before processing. However, this is merely an example, and the method of forming the open area (315) is not limited thereto.
[0126] In one embodiment, the filler (316) can be filled into the open area (315). The filler (316) can fill the open area (315). By the filler (316), the sheet member (300) can form a flat surface or an even surface.
[0127] In one embodiment, the filler (316) may be made of the same material as the fastening member (330). For example, the filler (316) may be made of a material having relatively lower rigidity than the substrate (310).
[0128] For example, the filler (316) can be formed together with the fastening member (330) by filling the open space with resin during the forming process of the fastening member (330) (e.g., insert injection process).
[0129] In one embodiment, the substrate (310) may include a plurality of protruding regions (318). The plurality of protruding regions (318) may include a first protruding region (318a) and a second protruding region (318b). The first protruding region (318a) and the second protruding region (318b) may be arranged to be spaced apart from each other. For example, as illustrated in FIGS. 3A and 3B, the first protruding region (318a) and the second protruding region (318b) may be arranged to face each other with the fastening hole (331) as the center.
[0130] In one embodiment of the present document, the first protruding region (318a) and the second protruding region (318b) are each combined with the fastening member (330), thereby providing fastening durability and stability of the substrate (310) and the fastening member (330).
[0131] For example, if one of the plurality of protruding areas (318) is biased to one side, the physical properties or materials of the fastening member (330) in both directions may be different based on the center of the fastening hole (331), so that the plurality of protruding areas (318) according to one embodiment of the present document can adjust the structural balance of the fastening member (330).
[0132] A plurality of protruding areas (318) according to one embodiment of the present document can prevent overcutting, undercutting or machining bias from occurring due to a load generated during the process of forming the second screw structure (319) during the manufacturing or assembly of the sheet member (300).
[0133] In one embodiment, the fastening member (330) may include a plurality of insertion grooves (333). The plurality of insertion grooves (333) may include a first insertion groove (333a) into which a first protruding region (318a) is inserted and a second insertion groove (333b) into which a second protruding region (318b) is inserted.
[0134] In one embodiment, the first insertion groove (333a) and the second insertion groove (333b) are respectively coupled with the first protruding area (318a) and the second protruding area (318b), thereby providing fastening durability and stability of the substrate (310) and the fastening member (330).
[0135] In one embodiment, the second screw structure (319) may include a first screw region (319a) provided in the first protruding region (318a) and a second screw region (319b) provided in the second protruding region (318b). The first screw region (319a) and the second screw region (319b) may have shapes facing each other.
[0136] In one embodiment of the present document, the first screw region (319a) and the second screw region (319b) are arranged to face each other with the fastening hole (331) as the center, thereby providing fastening durability and stability when the fastening structure is fastened to the fastening hole (331).
[0137] In one embodiment, the substrate (310) may include a plurality of open areas (315). The plurality of open areas (315) may include a first open area (315a) and a second open area (315b). The first open area (315a) may have a shape corresponding to the first protruding area (318a), and the second open area (315b) may have a shape corresponding to the second protruding area (318b).
[0138] In one embodiment, the protruding region (318) can extend at least partially into a twisted shape. For example, after at least shearing and bending from the substrate (310) of the protruding region (318), the protruding region (318) can be rotated so that at least a portion of the protruding region (318) has a twisted shape.
[0139] For example, the shear processing of the protruding area (318) can be performed by processing and bending the protruding area (318) into a shape including the second screw structure (319) and then twisting the protruding area (318), thereby controlling the direction in which the second screw structure (319) faces.
[0140] In one embodiment of the present document, the protruding region (318) is extended in a twisted shape, so that the second screw structure (319) can be formed together during the shearing processing of the protruding region (318), and a separate process for forming the second screw structure (319) can be omitted, thereby providing an advantage in manufacturing the sheet member (300).
[0141] FIG. 4a is a perspective view of a sheet member (400) according to one embodiment, and FIG. 4b is an exploded perspective view of a sheet member (400) according to one embodiment.
[0142] Referring to FIGS. 4A and 4B, a sheet member (400) according to one embodiment (e.g., sheet member (300) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) may include a substrate (410) (e.g., substrate (310) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) and a fastening member (430) (e.g., fastening member (330) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C).
[0143] Hereinafter, any overlapping content with the above-described content will be omitted for explanation, and it will be understood that some configurations and structures of the sheet member (400) and the electronic device including the same (e.g., the electronic device (201) of FIGS. 2A, 2B, and 2C) 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 sheet member (400) and the electronic device (201) unless it is technically clearly impossible.
[0144] In one embodiment, the substrate (410) may include a first side (411) (e.g., the first side (311) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) and a second side (412) opposite the first side (411) (e.g., the second side (312) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C).
[0145] In one embodiment, the substrate (410) may include a protruding region (418) (e.g., protruding region (318) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). The protruding region (418) may be formed by protruding from one side (e.g., the first side (411)) of the substrate (410).
[0146] In one embodiment, the fastening member (430) can be coupled to the protruding region (418). The fastening member (430) can be a structure for forming a boss or a female screw. The fastening member (430) can include at least a portion of a fastening hole (431) (e.g., fastening hole (331) in FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c), an insertion groove (433) (e.g., insertion groove (333) in FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c), and a first screw structure (435) (e.g., first screw structure (335) in FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c).
[0147] In one embodiment, the protruding region (418) may include a second screw structure (419) (e.g., the second screw structure (319) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). The second screw structure (419) may be formed on one side of the protruding region (418) that faces the fastening hole (431) in the protruding region (418).
[0148] In one embodiment, the substrate (410) may further include an open area (415) (e.g., open area (315) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). In one embodiment, a filler (416) (e.g., filler (316) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) may be filled into the open area (415).
[0149] In one embodiment, the substrate (410) may include a plurality of protruding regions (418). The plurality of protruding regions (418) may include a first protruding region (418a) (e.g., the first protruding region (318a) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c) and a second protruding region (418b) (e.g., the second protruding region (318b) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c).
[0150] In one embodiment, the fastening member (430) may include a plurality of insertion grooves (433). The plurality of insertion grooves (433) may include a first insertion groove (433a) into which a first protruding region (418a) is inserted (e.g., the first insertion groove (333a) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c) and a second insertion groove (433b) into which a second protruding region (418b) is inserted (e.g., the second insertion groove (333b) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c).
[0151] In one embodiment, the second screw structure (419) may include a first screw region (419a) provided in the first protruding region (418a) (e.g., the first screw region (319a) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c) and a second screw region (419b) provided in the second protruding region (418b) (e.g., the second screw region (319b) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c).
[0152] In one embodiment, the substrate (410) may include a plurality of open areas (415). The plurality of open areas (415) may include a first open area (415a) (e.g., the first open area (315a) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c) and a second open area (415b) (e.g., the second open area (315b) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c).
[0153] In one embodiment, the protruding region (418) may include a folded region (417). The folded region (417) may be a folded structure formed on a surface facing the insertion groove (433). For example, the folded region (417) may be a region that is recessed toward the fastening member (430) in the protruding region (418).
[0154] In one embodiment, the first protruding region (418a) may include a first folded region (417a) formed on a surface facing the first insertion groove (433a). The second protruding region (418b) may include a second folded region (417b) formed on a surface facing the second insertion groove (433b) and folded in a direction opposite to the first folded region (417a).
[0155] In one embodiment of the present document, the bending region (417) can improve the bonding strength of the fastening structure and the sheet member (400) in the axial direction (e.g., Z-axis direction) along which the fastening structure is assembled. In addition, the bending region (417) can be a region that is engaged and coupled with the fastening member (430) so that the fastening member (430) does not separate or detach from the protruding region (418). The bending region (417) can provide bonding stability of the fastening member (430) and the protruding region (418).
[0156] FIG. 5a is a perspective view of a sheet member (500) according to one embodiment, and FIG. 5b is an exploded perspective view of a sheet member (500) according to one embodiment.
[0157] Referring to FIGS. 5A and 5B, a sheet member (500) according to one embodiment (e.g., sheet member (300) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) may include a substrate (510) (e.g., substrate (310) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) and a fastening member (530) (e.g., fastening member (330) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C).
[0158] Hereinafter, any overlapping content with the above-described content will be omitted for explanation, and it will be understood that some configurations and structures of the sheet member (500) and the electronic device including the same (e.g., the electronic device (201) of FIGS. 2A, 2B, and 2C) 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 sheet member (500) and the electronic device (201) unless it is technically clearly impossible.
[0159] In one embodiment, the substrate (510) may include a first side (511) (e.g., the first side (311) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) and a second side (512) opposite the first side (511) (e.g., the second side (312) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C).
[0160] In one embodiment, the substrate (510) may include a protruding region (518) (e.g., protruding region (318) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). The protruding region (518) may be formed to protrude from one side of the substrate (510) (e.g., the first side (511)). For example, the protruding region (518) may have a column, rod, or plate shape extending from one side of the substrate (510).
[0161] In one embodiment, the fastening member (530) can be coupled to the protruding region (518). The fastening member (530) can be a structure for forming a boss or a female screw. The fastening member (530) can include at least a portion of a fastening hole (531) (e.g., fastening hole (331) in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C), an insertion groove (533) (e.g., insertion groove (333) in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C), and a first screw structure (535) (e.g., first screw structure (335) in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C).
[0162] In one embodiment, the protruding region (518) may include a second screw structure (519) (e.g., the second screw structure (319) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). The second screw structure (519) may be formed on one side of the protruding region (518) facing the fastening hole (531) in the protruding region (518).
[0163] In one embodiment, the substrate (510) may further include an open area (515) (e.g., open area (315) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). In one embodiment, a filler (516) (e.g., filler (316) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) may be filled into the open area (515).
[0164] FIG. 6a is a perspective view of a sheet member (600) according to one embodiment, and FIG. 6b is an exploded perspective view of a sheet member (600) according to one embodiment.
[0165] Referring to FIGS. 6A and 6B, a sheet member (600) according to one embodiment (e.g., sheet member (300) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) may include a substrate (610) (e.g., substrate (310) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) and a fastening member (630) (e.g., fastening member (330) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C).
[0166] Hereinafter, any content overlapping with the above will be omitted for explanation, and it will be understood that some configurations and structures of the sheet member (600) and the electronic device including the same (e.g., the electronic device (201) of FIGS. 2A, 2B, and 2C) 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 sheet member (600) and the electronic device (201) unless it is technically clearly impossible.
[0167] In one embodiment, the substrate (610) may include a first side (611) (e.g., the first side (311) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) and a second side (612) opposite the first side (611) (e.g., the second side (312) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C).
[0168] In one embodiment, the substrate (610) may include a protruding region (618) (e.g., protruding region (318) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). The protruding region (618) may be formed to protrude from one side of the substrate (610) (e.g., the first side (611)). For example, the protruding region (618) may have a column, rod, or plate shape extending from one side of the substrate (610).
[0169] In one embodiment, the fastening member (630) can be coupled to the protruding region (618). The fastening member (630) can be a structure for forming a boss or a female screw. The fastening member (630) can include at least a portion of a fastening hole (631) (e.g., fastening hole (631) in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C), an insertion groove (633) (e.g., insertion groove (633) in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C), and a first screw structure (635) (e.g., first screw structure (635) in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C).
[0170] In one embodiment, the protruding region (618) may include a second screw structure (619) (e.g., the second screw structure (319) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). The second screw structure (619) may be formed on one side of the protruding region (618) that faces the fastening hole (631) in the protruding region (618).
[0171] In one embodiment, the substrate (610) may further include an open area (615) (e.g., open area (315) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). In one embodiment, a filler (616) (e.g., filler (316) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) may be filled into the open area (615).
[0172] In one embodiment, the protruding region (618) may include a folded region (617) (e.g., the folded region (417) of FIGS. 4A and 4B). The protruding region (618) may include multiple folded regions (617).
[0173] In one embodiment, the plurality of bending regions (617) may be arranged in a direction in which the protruding regions (618) extend (e.g., in the Z direction). The plurality of bending regions (617) extending in one direction may provide bonding stability of the fastening member (630) and the protruding regions (618) in one direction (e.g., in the Z direction).
[0174] In one embodiment, a plurality of bending regions (617) may be arranged on each side (e.g., in the +Y direction and the -Y direction) of the protruding region (618). The plurality of bending regions (617) arranged on both sides may provide bonding stability between the fastening member (630) and the protruding region (618).
[0175] In one embodiment of the present document, the fastening member (630) and the protruding region (618) can be stably supported so as not to be separated or detached by the arrangement and arrangement structure of the plurality of bending regions (617), and the bending region (617) can provide the stability of the fastening member (630) and the protruding region (618).
[0176] Fig. 7a is a perspective view of a sheet member (700) according to one embodiment. Fig. 7b is a perspective view of a sheet member (700) according to one embodiment.
[0177] Referring to FIGS. 7A and 7B, a sheet member (700) according to one embodiment (e.g., sheet member (300) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) may include a substrate (710) (e.g., substrate (310) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) and a fastening member (730) (e.g., fastening member (330) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C).
[0178] Hereinafter, any content overlapping with the above will be omitted for explanation, and it will be understood that 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 the sheet member (700) and the electronic device including the same (e.g., the electronic device (201) of FIGS. 2A, 2B, and 2C). In addition, at least one configuration or feature of the embodiments described above may be combined in the sheet member (700) and the electronic device (201), unless it is technically clearly impossible.
[0179] In one embodiment, the substrate (710) may include a first side (711) (e.g., the first side (311) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) and a second side (712) opposite the first side (711) (e.g., the second side (312) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C).
[0180] In one embodiment, the substrate (710) may include a protruding region (718) (e.g., protruding region (318) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). The protruding region (718) may be formed by protruding from one side (e.g., the first side (711)) of the substrate (710).
[0181] In one embodiment, the substrate (710) may include a plurality of protruding regions (718). The plurality of protruding regions (718) may be arranged to surround the fastening hole (731). For example, the protruding regions (718) may have a triangular prism, horn, or tetrahedral shape extending from one side of the substrate (710). For example, the protruding regions (718) may have a cross-sectional area that gradually decreases in a direction parallel to the substrate (710) (e.g., in the XY plane direction) as they move away from the substrate (710).
[0182] In one embodiment, the fastening member (730) can be coupled to the protruding region (718). The fastening member (730) can be a structure for forming a boss or a female screw. The fastening member (730) can include at least a portion of a fastening hole (731) (e.g., fastening hole (331) in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C), an insertion groove (733) (e.g., insertion groove (333) in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C), and a first screw structure (735) (e.g., first screw structure (335) in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C).
[0183] In one embodiment, the protruding region (718) may include a second screw structure (719) (e.g., the second screw structure (319) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). The second screw structure (719) may be formed on one side of the protruding region (718) that faces the fastening hole (731) in the protruding region (718).
[0184] In one embodiment, the substrate (710) may further include an open area (715) (e.g., open area (315) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). In one embodiment, a filler (716) (e.g., filler (316) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) may be filled into the open area (715).
[0185] FIG. 8 is a flowchart for an assembly method (800) of a sheet member (e.g., sheet member (300) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c, sheet member (400) of FIGS. 4a and 4b, sheet member (500) of FIGS. 5a and 5b, sheet member (600) of FIGS. 6a and 6b, or sheet member (700) of FIGS. 7a and 7b) according to one embodiment.
[0186] The flowchart of FIG. 8 exemplarily illustrates a method for manufacturing or assembling a sheet member (800) according to one embodiment of the present document, and it should not be understood that the sheet member according to one embodiment of the present document described above is manufactured or assembled by the flowchart of FIG. 8.
[0187] In one embodiment, the substrate placement operation (810) may generate a substrate of sheet material and / or place the substrate on a process tool. The substrate may be a press sheet, a synthetic resin, a metal sheet, or a rigid structure.
[0188] In one embodiment, the shearing operation (820) may form a shearing portion by cutting or slitting the substrate to implement the shape of the protruding area of the substrate. For example, a cut may be created in a location where a boss is required in a flat substrate using shearing or a similar method. The length and width of the shearing portion may be determined based on the height and diameter of the fastening member created in the subsequent insert injection operation (840).
[0189] In one embodiment, the shearing operation (820) may include a screw structure in the cutting shape to form a shearing portion. For example, a pitch and depth similar to a screw thread may be applied to a portion of the shape being sheared.
[0190] In one embodiment, the bending processing operation (830) may perform bending on the shear processing portion. For example, the shear processing portion may be bent into an "L" shape. The shear processing portion may protrude from the plane of the substrate at a specific angle, thereby forming a protruding region.
[0191] In one embodiment, the shear processing portion can be rotated. For example, when a screw structure is formed in the shear processing portion, the direction in which the screw structure faces can be adjusted by rotating it at a predetermined angle along the extension direction of the protruding region. For example, the shear processing portion can be twisted at a 90-degree angle with the extension direction as the rotation axis.
[0192] In one embodiment, the insert injection operation (840) may perform insert injection molding on a substrate. Insert injection molding may form a fastening member and / or a filler on the substrate according to a previously formed mold shape.
[0193] In one embodiment, the screw machining operation (850) may form a female screw on the inner surface of a weak fastening member by inserting a male screw shape into a fastening hole of the fastening member.
[0194] In one embodiment, through the screw machining operation (850), the strong substrate may already have a female screw thread formed in the shearing operation (820).
[0195] In one embodiment of the present document, a method of assembling a sheet member (800) can improve the durability of the sheet member, increase the number of times an external fastening structure can be repeatedly fastened to the fastening member, and also provide improved bonding strength between the fastening member and the substrate.
[0196] FIG. 9 is a cross-sectional view of a sheet member (900) according to one embodiment.
[0197] Referring to FIG. 9, a sheet member (900) according to one embodiment (e.g., sheet member (300) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c) may include a substrate (910) (e.g., substrate (310) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c) and a fastening member (930) (e.g., fastening member (330) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c).
[0198] Hereinafter, any content overlapping with the above will be omitted for explanation, and it will be understood that 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 the sheet member (900) and the electronic device including the same (e.g., the electronic device (201) of FIGS. 2A, 2B, and 2C). In addition, at least one configuration or feature of the embodiments described above may be combined in the sheet member (900) and the electronic device (201), unless it is technically clearly impossible.
[0199] In one embodiment, the substrate (910) may include a first side (911) (e.g., the first side (311) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) and a second side (912) opposite the first side (911) (e.g., the second side (312) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C).
[0200] In one embodiment, the substrate (910) may include a protruding region (918) (e.g., protruding region (318) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). The protruding region (918) may be formed by protruding from one side of the substrate (e.g., the first side (911)).
[0201] In one embodiment, the fastening member (930) can be coupled to the protruding region (918). The fastening member (930) can be a structure for forming a boss or a female screw. The fastening member (930) can include at least a portion of a fastening hole (931) (e.g., fastening hole (331) in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C), an insertion groove (933) (e.g., insertion groove (333) in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C), and a first screw structure (935) (e.g., first screw structure (335) in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C).
[0202] In one embodiment, the protruding region (918) may include a second screw structure (919) (e.g., the second screw structure (319) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). The second screw structure (919) may be formed on one side of the protruding region (918) that faces the fastening hole (931) in the protruding region (918).
[0203] Although not shown in the drawing, the substrate (910) may further include an open area (e.g., open area (315) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c), and a filler (e.g., filler (316) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c) may be filled into the open area.
[0204] In one embodiment, the substrate (910) may include a fastening area (913) (e.g., fastening area (313) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). The fastening area (913) may be an area facing a fastening member (930) or an area facing a fastening hole (931) of the fastening member (930).
[0205] For example, the external fastening structure can be inserted into the fastening hole (931) in a direction (e.g., -Z direction) toward the sheet member (900) from the fastening hole (931).
[0206] In one embodiment, the sheet member (900) may further include an injection layer (950). The injection layer (950) may be positioned on the fastening area (913) or facing the fastening area (913) within the fastening hole (931).
[0207] In one embodiment, the injection layer (950) can protect the sheet member (900). For example, the injection layer (950) can be made of a rigid body. For example, the injection layer (950) can protect the sheet member (900) so that the sheet member (900) is not damaged by the fastening structure or cracks are not generated in the sheet member (900) during the process of inserting the external fastening structure into the fastening hole (931).
[0208] In one embodiment, the injection layer (950) can guide or assist in fastening the fastening structure. The injection layer (950) can be formed of an elastic material. For example, the injection layer (950) can be compressed during the process of inserting the external fastening structure into the fastening hole (931). Since the injection layer (950) is compressively deformed, the difficulty of fastening the external fastening structure can be improved. Alternatively, since the injection layer (950) is compressively deformed, even if the fastening structure is strongly fastened, the sheet member (900) can reduce or prevent durability degradation.
[0209] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view of a sheet member (1000) according to one embodiment.
[0210] Referring to FIG. 10, a sheet member (1000) according to one embodiment (e.g., sheet member (300) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c) may include a substrate (1010) (e.g., substrate (310) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c) and a fastening member (1030) (e.g., fastening member (330) of FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c).
[0211] Hereinafter, any overlapping content with the above-described content will be omitted for explanation, and it will be understood that some configurations and structures of the sheet member (1000) and the electronic device including the same (e.g., the electronic device (201) of FIGS. 2A, 2B, and 2C) 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 sheet member (1000) and the electronic device (201) unless it is technically clearly impossible.
[0212] In one embodiment, the substrate (1010) may include a first side (1011) (e.g., the first side (311) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C) and a second side (1012) opposite the first side (1011) (e.g., the second side (312) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C).
[0213] In one embodiment, the substrate (1010) may include a protruding region (1018) (e.g., protruding region (318) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). The protruding region (1018) may be formed by protruding from one side of the substrate (e.g., the first side (1011)).
[0214] In one embodiment, the fastening member (1030) can be coupled to the protruding region (1018). The fastening member (1030) can be a structure for forming a boss or a female screw. The fastening member (1030) can include at least a portion of a fastening hole (1031) (e.g., fastening hole (331) in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C), an insertion groove (1033) (e.g., insertion groove (333) in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C), and a first screw structure (1035) (e.g., first screw structure (335) in FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C).
[0215] In one embodiment, the protruding region (1018) may include a second screw structure (1019) (e.g., the second screw structure (319) of FIGS. 3A, 3B, and 3C). The second screw structure (1019) may be formed on one side of the protruding region (1018) facing the fastening hole (1031) in the protruding region (1018).
[0216] Although not shown in the drawing, the substrate (1010) may further include an open area (e.g., open area (315) in FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c), and a filler (e.g., filler (316) in FIGS. 3a, 3b, and 3c) may be filled into the open area.
[0217] In one embodiment, the substrate (1010) may include a substrate hole (1013). The substrate hole (1013) may be provided in an area facing the fastening member (1030) or in an area facing the fastening hole (1031) of the fastening member (1030).
[0218] In one embodiment, the substrate hole (1013) may be a hole continuous from the fastening hole (1031) of the fastening member (1030). Through the substrate hole (1013), an external fastening structure may be inserted through the substrate (1010). For example, the substrate hole (1013) may have substantially the same diameter as the fastening hole (1031) of the fastening member (1030).
[0219] In one embodiment, the substrate hole (1013) may include a third screw structure (1013a). The third screw structure (1013a) may be formed on the inner surface of the substrate hole (1013). For example, the third screw structure (1013a) may have a shape that extends continuously from the first screw structure (1035) and the second screw structure (1019) in one direction (e.g., the Z-axis direction).
[0220] For example, the external fastening structure may be arranged to penetrate the fastening hole (1031) of the fastening area (913) and the substrate hole (1013) of the substrate (1010). Alternatively, the substrate (1010) may be manufactured in a closed state without the substrate hole (1013), and the substrate hole (1013) may be formed by the fastening structure penetrating the substrate (1010) during the process of inserting the external fastening structure into the sheet member (1000).
[0221] A sheet member (300; 400; 500; 600; 700) according to one embodiment may include a substrate (310; 410; 510; 610; 710) including a protruding area (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) protruding from one surface and a fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730) coupled to the protruding area (318; 418; 518; 618; 718). In one embodiment, the fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730) has a fastening hole (331; 431; 531; 631; 731) extending from the outside of the fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730) toward the inside of the fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730), an insertion groove (333; 433; 533; 633;) into which a protruding area (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) is inserted, which is formed from an inner surface facing the fastening hole (331; 431; 531; 631; 731) of the fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730). 733) and a first screw structure (335; 435; 535; 635; 735) provided on the inner surface facing the fastening hole (331; 431; 531; 631; 731) of the fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730). In one embodiment, the protruding area (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) may include a second screw structure (319; 419; 519; 619; 719) formed on one side of the protruding area (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) facing the fastening hole (331; 431; 531; 631; 731) and having a shape that is continuous with the first screw structure (335; 435; 535; 635; 735).
[0222] In one embodiment, the protruding region (418; 618) may include a folded region (417; 617) formed on a surface of the protruding region (418; 618) facing the insertion groove (433; 633).
[0223] In one embodiment, the protruding region (618) may include a plurality of bending regions (617). In one embodiment, the plurality of bending regions (617) may be arranged in a direction in which the protruding region (618) extends.
[0224] In one embodiment, the substrate (310; 410) may include a plurality of protruding regions (318; 418). In one embodiment, the plurality of protruding regions (318; 418) may include a first protruding region (318a; 418a) and a second protruding region (318b; 418b) that are spaced apart from each other.
[0225] In one embodiment, the second screw structure (319; 419) may include a first screw region (319a; 419a) provided in the first protruding region (318a; 418a) and a second screw region (319b; 419b) provided in the second protruding region (318b; 418b) and facing the first screw region (319a; 419a).
[0226] In one embodiment, the fastening member (330; 430) may include a plurality of insertion grooves (333; 433). In one embodiment, the plurality of insertion grooves (333; 433) may include a first insertion groove (333a; 433a) into which a first protruding region (318a; 418a) is inserted and a second insertion groove (333b; 433b) into which a second protruding region (318b; 418b) is inserted.
[0227] In one embodiment, the first protruding region (418a) may include a first folded region (417a) formed on a surface facing the first insertion groove (433a). In one embodiment, the second protruding region (418b) may include a second folded region (417b) formed on a surface facing the second insertion groove (433b) and folded in a direction opposite to the first folded region (417a).
[0228] In one embodiment, the protruding region (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) may extend in a substantially perpendicular direction from the substrate (310; 410; 510; 610; 710).
[0229] In one embodiment, the protruding areas (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) may be continuous from the substrate (310; 410; 510; 610; 710) and may be formed as one body with the substrate (310; 410; 510; 610; 710).
[0230] In one embodiment, the substrate (310; 410; 510; 610; 710) may be made of a rigid body including metal or pressed synthetic resin.
[0231] In one embodiment, the fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730) may be made of a material having relatively lower rigidity than the substrate (310; 410; 510; 610; 710).
[0232] In one embodiment, the substrate (310; 410; 510; 610; 710) may further include an open area (315; 415; 515; 615; 715) having a shape corresponding to the protruding area (318; 418; 518; 618; 718).
[0233] In one embodiment, the sheet member (300; 400; 500; 600; 700) may further include a filler (316; 416; 516; 616; 716) filled in the open area (315; 415; 515; 615; 715).
[0234] In one embodiment, the filler (316; 416; 516; 616; 716) may be made of the same material as the fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730).
[0235] In one embodiment, the protruding region (318) may extend at least partially in a twisted shape.
[0236] An electronic device (201) according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises a substrate (310; 410; 510; 610; 710) including a protruding area (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) and a sheet member (300; 400; 500; 600; 700) including a fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730) coupled to the protruding area (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) and including a fastening hole (331; 431; 531; 631; 731) and inserted into the fastening hole (331; 431; 531; 631; 731). 730) may include a fastening structure that is combined with the In one embodiment, the fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730) is grooved from the inner surface of the fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730) facing the fastening hole (331; 431; 531; 631; 731), and has an insertion groove (333; 433; 533; 633; 733) into which a protruding region (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) is inserted, and a first screw structure (335; 435; 530; 630; 730) is provided on the inner surface of the fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730) facing the fastening hole (331; 431; 531; 631; 731) and engages with the fastening structure. 535; 635; 735). In one embodiment, the protruding region (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) may include a second screw structure (319; 419; 519; 619; 719) formed on one side of the protruding region (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) facing the fastening hole (331; 431; 531; 631; 731) and engaging the fastening structure together with the first screw structure (335; 435; 535; 635; 735).
[0237] In one embodiment, the second screw structure (319; 419; 519; 619; 719) may have a shape that is continuous with the first screw structure (335; 435; 535; 635; 735).
[0238] In one embodiment, the protruding region (418; 618) may include a folded region (417; 617) formed on one side of the protruding region (418; 618) facing the insertion groove (433; 633).
[0239] In one embodiment, the protruding areas (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) may be continuous from the substrate (310; 410; 510; 610; 710) and may be formed as one body with the substrate (310; 410; 510; 610; 710).
[0240] In one embodiment, the substrate (310; 410; 510; 610; 710) may further include an open area (315; 415; 515; 615; 715) having a shape corresponding to the protruding area (318; 418; 518; 618; 718). In one embodiment, the sheet member (300; 400; 500; 600; 700) may further include a filler (316; 416; 516; 616; 716) filled in the open area (315; 415; 515; 615; 715).
[0241] Although the preferred embodiments have been illustrated and described above, the present disclosure is not limited to the specific embodiments described above, and various modifications may be made by a person having ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure pertains without departing from the scope of the claims. Furthermore, such modifications should not be individually understood from the technical idea or perspective.
Claims
1. Sheet material (300; 400; 500; 600; 700) A substrate (310; 410; 510; 610; 710) including a protruding area (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) protruding from one side and Includes a fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730) coupled to the above protruding area (318; 418; 518; 618; 718), The above fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730) is A fastening hole (331; 431; 531; 631; 731) having a shape extending from the outside of the fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730) toward the inside of the fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730), An insertion groove (333; 433; 533; 633; 733) into which the protruding area (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) is inserted, which is grooved from the inner surface facing the fastening hole (331; 431; 531; 631; 731) of the fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730) and It includes a first screw structure (335; 435; 535; 635; 735) provided on the inner surface facing the fastening hole (331; 431; 531; 631; 731) of the fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730), The above protruding areas (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) are A sheet member (300; 400; 500; 600; 700) including a second screw structure (319; 419; 519; 619; 719) formed on one side of the protruding area (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) facing the fastening hole (331; 431; 531; 631; 731) and having a shape continuous with the first screw structure (335; 435; 535; 635; 735).
2. In paragraph 1, The above protruding area (418; 618) is A sheet member (400; 600) including a folded area (417; 617) formed on the surface of the protruding area (418; 618) facing the insertion groove (433; 633).
3. In paragraph 1 or 2, The above protruding area (618) includes a plurality of the above bending areas (617), A sheet member (600) in which a plurality of bending areas (617) are arranged in the direction in which the protruding area (618) extends.
4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, The above description (310; 410) includes a plurality of the above protruding areas (318; 418), A sheet member (300; 400) comprising a plurality of protruding regions (318; 418) including a first protruding region (318a; 418a) and a second protruding region (318b; 418b) that are spaced apart from each other.
5. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 4, The above second screw structure (319; 419) is A first screw area (319a; 419a) provided in the first protruding area (318a; 418a) and A sheet member (300; 400) comprising a second screw area (319b; 419b) provided in the second protruding area (318b; 418b) and facing the first screw area (319a; 419a).
6. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 5, The above fastening member (330; 430) includes a plurality of insertion grooves (333; 433), A sheet member (300; 400) having a plurality of insertion grooves (333; 433) including a first insertion groove (333a; 433a) into which the first protruding area (318a; 418a) is inserted and a second insertion groove (333b; 433b) into which the second protruding area (318b; 418b) is inserted.
7. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, The first protruding area (418a) includes a first folded area (417a) formed on a surface facing the first insertion groove (433a), The second protruding region (418b) is formed on a surface facing the second insertion groove (433b) and includes a second bending region (417b) that is bent in a direction opposite to the first bending region (417a), a sheet member (400).
8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 7, The above protruding areas (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) are A sheet member (300; 400; 500; 600; 700) extending in a substantially vertical direction from the above-described member (310; 410; 510; 610; 710).
9. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 8, The above protruding areas (318; 418; 518; 618; 718) are A sheet member (300; 400; 500; 600; 700) that is continuous from the above-mentioned substrate (310; 410; 510; 610; 710) and is formed as one body with the above-mentioned substrate (310; 410; 510; 610; 710).
10. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 9, The above description (310; 410; 510; 610; 710) is A sheet member (300; 400; 500; 600; 700) made of a rigid body including metal or pressed synthetic resin.
11. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 10, The above fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730) is A sheet member (300; 400; 500; 600; 700) made of a material having relatively lower rigidity than the above-described materials (310; 410; 510; 610; 710).
12. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 11, The above description (310; 410; 510; 610; 710) is A sheet member (300; 400; 500; 600; 700) further comprising an open area (315; 415; 515; 615; 715) having a shape corresponding to the above protruding area (318; 418; 518; 618; 718).
13. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 12, The above sheet member (300; 400; 500; 600; 700) is A sheet member (300; 400; 500; 600; 700) further comprising a filler (316; 416; 516; 616; 716) filled in the above open area (315; 415; 515; 615; 715).
14. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 13, The above filler (316; 416; 516; 616; 716) is A sheet member (300; 400; 500; 600; 700) made of the same material as the above fastening member (330; 430; 530; 630; 730).
15. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 14, The above protruding area (318) is A sheet member (300) extending at least partially in a twisted shape.
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