Foldable electronic device including antenna

Abstract

The first housing part may include a first conductive portion having a first feeding portion. The second housing part may include a second conductive portion aligned with the first conductive portion of the first housing part. The second conductive portion of the second housing part may include a plurality of feeding portions. The wireless communication circuit may be selectively connected to one of the plurality of feeding portions of the second conductive portion. The first conductive portion of the first housing part may be configured to be connected to the wireless communication circuit through the first feeding portion in order to function as a first antenna of the electronic device. The second conductive portion of the second housing part may be configured to be connected to the wireless communication circuit through the one of the plurality of feeding portions in order to function as a second antenna of the electronic device.

Description

Foldable electronic device including antenna

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

[0002] A foldable electronic device may include a first housing part and a second housing part that rotates relative to the first housing part. Conductive portions forming the exteriors of the first housing part and the second housing part may be used as an antenna radiator of the foldable electronic device.

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

[0004] An electronic device according to one embodiment may include a first housing part, a second housing part rotatably coupled to the first housing part, and wireless communication circuitry. The first housing part may include a first conductive part having a first feed portion. The second housing part may include a second conductive part aligned with the first conductive part of the first housing part within a first position in which the second housing part is placed on the first housing part. The second conductive part of the second housing part may include a plurality of feed portions. The wireless communication circuitry may be selectively connected to one of the plurality of feed portions of the second conductive part. The first conductive part of the first housing part may be configured to be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the first feed portion to function as a first antenna of the electronic device. While the first conductive portion is connected to the wireless communication circuit to function as the first antenna of the electronic device, the second conductive portion of the second housing part may be configured to be connected to the wireless communication circuit via one of the plurality of feeding portions to function as a second antenna of the electronic device.

[0005] In one embodiment, an electronic device may include a first housing part, a second housing part rotatably coupled to the first housing part, and wireless communication circuitry. The first housing part may include a first conductive part having a first feed portion. The second housing part may include a second conductive part aligned with the first conductive part of the first housing part in a first position in which the second housing part is placed on the first housing part. The second conductive part of the second housing part may include a plurality of feed portions, and the plurality of feed portions may include a second feed portion aligned with the first feed portion of the first conductive part in the first position. The wireless communication circuitry may be selectively connected to one of the plurality of feed portions via a plurality of switch circuits. The first conductive part of the first housing part may be configured to be connected to the wireless communication circuitry via the first feed portion to function as a first antenna of the electronic device. While the first conductive portion is connected to the wireless communication circuit to function as the first antenna of the electronic device, the second conductive portion of the second housing part may be configured to be connected to the wireless communication circuit via one of the plurality of feeding portions to function as a second antenna of the electronic device.

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

[0007] FIG. 2A illustrates an example of an unfolded state of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0008] FIG. 2b illustrates an example of a folded state of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0009] FIG. 2c is an exploded view of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0010] FIG. 3A is a drawing showing an electronic device in an unfolded state according to one embodiment.

[0011] FIG. 3b is a block diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0012] FIG. 4 is a drawing showing a first housing part according to one embodiment.

[0013] FIG. 5A is a drawing showing a second housing part according to one embodiment.

[0014] FIG. 5b is a drawing showing a second housing part according to one embodiment.

[0015] FIG. 6a illustrates a conductive portion operating as a first type antenna according to one embodiment.

[0016] FIG. 6b illustrates a conductive portion that operates as a second type antenna according to one embodiment.

[0017] FIG. 6c illustrates a conductive portion that operates as a third type of antenna according to one embodiment.

[0018] FIG. 6d illustrates a conductive portion operating as a fourth type antenna according to one embodiment.

[0019] FIG. 6e illustrates a conductive portion operating as a fifth type antenna according to one embodiment.

[0020] FIG. 7 is a graph showing ECC of a first antenna and a second antenna according to one embodiment.

[0021] FIG. 8 illustrates an electronic device in an unfolded state according to one embodiment.

[0022] FIG. 9 illustrates an electronic device in a folded state according to one embodiment.

[0023] FIG. 10 illustrates an electronic device in an unfolded state, according to one embodiment.

[0024] FIG. 11 illustrates an electronic device in a folded state according to one embodiment.

[0025] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) within a network environment (100) according to various embodiments.

[0026] 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)).

[0027] 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.

[0028] 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.

[0029] 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).

[0030] 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).

[0031] 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).

[0032] 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.

[0033] 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.

[0034] 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).

[0035] 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.

[0036] 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.

[0037] 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).

[0038] 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.

[0039] 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.

[0040] 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).

[0041] 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.

[0042] 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, Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity) direct, or IrDA (infrared data association)) 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).

[0043] 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 dB or less) for mMTC realization, or a U-plane latency (e.g., 0.5 ms or less for downlink (DL) and uplink (UL), or 1 ms or less for round trip) for URLLC realization.

[0044] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as the first network (198) or the second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas by, for example, the communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device 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).

[0045] 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.

[0046] 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)).

[0047] 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.

[0048] FIG. 2a illustrates an example of an unfolded state of an electronic device according to one embodiment, FIG. 2b illustrates an example of a folded state of an electronic device according to one embodiment, and FIG. 2c is an exploded view of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0049] Referring to FIGS. 2A, 2B, and 2C, the electronic device (201) may include a first housing part (210), a second housing part (220), and a foldable display (230). The electronic device (201) may be referred to as a foldable electronic device in that it is configured to fold about a folding axis (237).

[0050] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include a first housing part (210), a second housing part (220), a hinge structure (260), a foldable display (230), a printed circuit board (250), a display (235), and / or a back plate (290). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may omit at least one of the components or additionally include other components.

[0051] In one embodiment, the first housing part (210) may define a portion of an outer surface of the electronic device (201). For example, the first housing part (210) may define a first side surface (211), a second side surface (212) spaced apart from and opposite the first side surface (211), and a first side surface of a first side wall (213) that surrounds at least a portion of the first side surface (211) and the second side surface (212). In one embodiment, the first housing part (210) may provide a space defined by the first side surface (211), the second side surface (212), and the first side surface as a space for arranging components of the electronic device (201).

[0052] In one embodiment, the second side wall (223) may be pivotably connected to the first side wall (213) via a hinge structure (260) disposed on a hinge cover (265). The hinge structure (260) may include a hinge module and hinge plates (266, 267). The hinge plates may include a first hinge plate (266) and a second hinge plate (267), and the first hinge plate (266) may be connected to the first housing part (210), and the second hinge plate (267) may be connected to the second housing part (220).

[0053] In one embodiment, the second housing part (220) may include a third face (221), a fourth face (222) facing and spaced from the third face (221), and a second side wall (223) surrounding at least a portion of the third face (221) and the fourth face (222). The second housing part (220) may provide a space defined by the third face (221), the fourth face (222), and the second side of the second side wall (223) as a space for arranging components of the electronic device (201).

[0054] In one embodiment, the foldable display (230) may include a window exposed to the outside. The window may protect the surface of the foldable display (230) and may be formed of a transparent material to transmit visual information provided from the foldable display (230) to the outside. The window may include a glass material such as ultra-thin glass (UTG) or a polymer material such as polyimide (PI).

[0055] In one embodiment, the foldable display (230) may form at least a portion of a first side (211) of the first housing part (210) (e.g., a front side of the first housing part (210)) and a third side (221) of the second housing part (220) (e.g., a front side of the second housing part (220)). The foldable display (230) may be disposed on the first side (211) of the first housing part (210) and the third side (221) of the second housing part (220) across a hinge structure (260) within a hinge cover (265). The foldable display (230) may be configured to bend within a folded state of the electronic device (201) by the hinge structure (260). The foldable display (230) may include a first display area (231), a second display area (232), and a third display area (233). For example, the foldable display (230) may include a first display area (231) disposed on a first surface (211) of a first housing, a second display area (232) disposed on a third surface (221) of a second housing, and a third display area (233) between the first display area (231) and the second display area (232). The foldable display (230) may be supported by a first bracket (270) of the first housing part (210) and a second bracket (280) of the second housing part (220).

[0056] According to one embodiment, the foldable display (230) may include an opening formed in a portion of the screen display area, or a bracket supporting the foldable display (230) may include a recess or an opening. The electronic device (201) may include at least one camera aligned with the recess or the opening. For example, the first display area (231) may further include at least one camera (236) capable of acquiring an image from the outside through a portion of the first display area (231). According to one embodiment, at least one camera (236) may be included on the rear surface of the foldable display (230) corresponding to the first display area (231) or the second display area (232) of the foldable display (230). For example, the at least one camera (236) may be disposed below the foldable display (230) and may be surrounded by the foldable display (230). At least one camera (236) may be an under-display camera (UDC) that is covered by the foldable display (230) and is not exposed to the outside. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the foldable display (230) may include an opening that exposes at least one camera (236) to the outside. In one embodiment, the camera (236) may acquire images of the external environment and / or external objects through the opening.

[0057] In one embodiment, the fourth side (222) of the second housing part (220) may further include at least one camera (234) and display (235) exposed through a portion of the fourth side (222).

[0058] In one embodiment, the hinge structure (260) may be configured to pivotally connect a first bracket (270) forming a first housing part (210) and a second bracket (280) forming a second housing part (220).

[0059] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may be in one of a folded state, an unfolded state, or an intermediate state. The folded state may be a state in which the first surface (211) of the first housing part (210) and the third surface (221) of the second housing part (220) face each other. In the folded state, the direction in which the first surface (211) faces and the direction in which the third surface (221) faces may be opposite to each other. The unfolded state may be a state in which the first surface (211) of the first housing part (210) and the third surface (221) of the second housing part (220) are substantially continuous planes. In the unfolded state, the direction in which the first surface (211) faces and the direction in which the third surface (221) faces may be the same. The intermediate state may be a state between the unfolded state and the folded state. In the intermediate state, the direction in which the first side (211) faces and the direction in which the third side (221) faces may be different.

[0060] In one embodiment, while the electronic device (201) is in a folded state, the hinge cover (265) surrounding the hinge structure (260) may be at least partially exposed between the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220). In another embodiment, while the electronic device (201) is in an unfolded state, the hinge cover (265) may be covered by the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220).

[0061] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) can be folded about a folding axis (237) passing through the hinge cover (265) or the hinge structure (260). For example, the hinge structure (260) within the hinge cover (265) can be disposed between the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) of the electronic device (201) to enable the electronic device (201) to be bent, curved, or folded. For example, the first housing part (210) can be connected to the second housing part (220) through the hinge structure (260) disposed within the hinge cover (265) and can be rotated about the folding axis (237). Through the hinge structure (260), the first housing part (210) and / or the second housing part (220) can be moved or operated between a plurality of positions. For example, the plurality of positions of the first housing part (210) and / or the second housing part (220) may include a first position (e.g., the folded state) in which the first housing part (210) is placed on the second housing part (220), a second position (e.g., the unfolded state) in which the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) are placed on one plane, and a third position (e.g., the intermediate state) between the first position and the second position.

[0062] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) can be folded such that the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) face each other by rotating about the folding axis (237). In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) can be folded such that the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) cover or overlap each other.

[0063] The hinge structure (260) may include a hinge module and hinge plates (266, 267). The hinge module may include a hinge gear (262, 263) that allows the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) to pivot.

[0064] The first housing part (210) may include a first bracket (270), and the second housing part (220) may include a second bracket (280). The first bracket (270) may be partially surrounded by the first side wall (213), and the second bracket (280) may be partially surrounded by the second side wall (223). The first bracket (270) may be formed integrally with the first side wall (213), and the second bracket (280) may be formed integrally with the second side wall (223). According to one embodiment, the first bracket (270) may be formed separately from the first side wall (213), and the second bracket (280) may be formed separately from the second side wall (223). The first side wall (213) and the second side wall (223) may be formed of a metallic material, a non-metallic material, or a combination thereof. For example, the first side wall (213) may include a conductive portion (218) and a non-conductive portion (219). The conductive portion (218) may be used as a radiator of the antenna.

[0065] One side of the first bracket (270) can be coupled with the rear plate (290), and the other side of the first bracket (270) can be coupled with the foldable display (230). One side of the second bracket (280) can be coupled with the display (235), and the other side of the second bracket (280) can be coupled with the foldable display (230).

[0066] A printed circuit board (250) and a battery may be placed in the space between the surface formed by the first bracket (270) and the second bracket (280) and the surface formed by the display (235) and the rear plate (290). The printed circuit board (250) may be separated so that it may be placed in each of the first bracket (270) of the first housing part (210) and the second bracket (280) of the second housing part (220). Components for implementing various functions of the electronic device (201) may be placed on the printed circuit board (250).

[0067] According to one embodiment, the first printed circuit board (251) may have components for implementing the overall function of the electronic device (201) arranged thereon, and the second printed circuit board (252) may have electronic components for implementing some functions of the first printed circuit board (251) arranged thereon, or components for driving the display panel arranged on the fourth surface (222) may be arranged thereon. The first printed circuit board (251) and the second printed circuit board (252) may be electrically connected by a flexible printed circuit board (240).

[0068] The battery (255) may be, for example, a device for supplying power to at least one component of the electronic device (201), and may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell. At least a portion of the battery (255) may be disposed substantially flush with the printed circuit board (250). The substantially flush surfaces of the printed circuit board (250) and the battery (255) may be disposed on one surface of the first bracket (270) and the second bracket (280) (e.g., the surface facing the second surface (212) and the fourth surface (222), or the surface facing the display panel and the back plate (290). For example, a flexible display (230) may be placed on the first side (211) and the third side (221), and a printed circuit board (250) and a battery (255) may be placed on the second side (212) and the fourth side (222) facing the side on which the flexible display (230) is placed.

[0069] Antenna (285) may be positioned between the rear plate (290) and the battery (255) in one embodiment. Antenna (285) may include, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and / or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. Antenna (285) may, for example, perform short-range communication with an external device or wirelessly transmit and receive power required for charging.

[0070] Descriptions of components having the same reference numerals in the drawings may be applied equally even when referring to different drawings, unless otherwise specified. Hereinafter, overlapping descriptions of components having the same reference numerals as the aforementioned components may not be repeated, and reference numerals in other drawings may be referenced in the description of a specific drawing.

[0071] FIG. 3A is a diagram illustrating an electronic device in an unfolded state according to one embodiment. FIG. 3B is a block diagram of the electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0072] Referring to FIGS. 3A and 3B , according to one embodiment, a first housing part (210) of an electronic device (201) may include a first conductive portion (310) formed of an electrically conductive material. The first conductive portion (310) may be formed of, for example, one or more conductive metals. A second housing part (220) of the electronic device (201) may include a second conductive portion (320) formed of an electrically conductive material. The second conductive portion (320) may be formed of, for example, one or more conductive metals.

[0073] In one embodiment, the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) may be positioned opposite the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210) in the unfolded state. For example, the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) may be positioned opposite the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210) in the unfolded state. For example, the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210) may be positioned at the upper left corner of the electronic device (201) in the unfolded state, and the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) may be positioned at the upper right corner of the electronic device (201) in the unfolded state.

[0074] In one embodiment, the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) can be aligned with the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210) within the folded state. For example, the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) can face the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210) within the folded state. For example, the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) can at least partially overlap the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210) within the folded state.

[0075] According to one embodiment, an electronic device (201) may include a processor (380) (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1), a wireless communication circuit (390) (e.g., wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1), and a plurality of switch circuits (350).

[0076] In one embodiment, the processor (380) and the wireless communication circuit (390) may be located in the first housing part (210). For example, the processor (380) and the wireless communication circuit (390) may be placed on a first printed circuit board (e.g., the first printed circuit board (251) of FIG. 2C) located in the first housing part (210). The first printed circuit board may be placed on a first bracket (e.g., the first bracket (270) of FIG. 2C) of the first housing part (210).

[0077] In one embodiment, each of the plurality of switch circuits (350) may be positioned in the second housing part (220). For example, each of the plurality of switch circuits (350) may be positioned on a second printed circuit board (e.g., the second printed circuit board (252) of FIG. 2C) positioned in the second housing part (220). The second printed circuit board may be positioned on a second bracket (e.g., the second bracket (280) of FIG. 2C) of the second housing part (220).

[0078] In one embodiment, the wireless communication circuit (390) may be connected (e.g., electrically) to the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210). The first conductive portion (310) electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) may be configured to function as a first antenna (or first antenna radiator) (A1) of the electronic device (201). For example, the wireless communication circuit (390) may transmit and / or receive a radio frequency (RF) signal using the first antenna (A1).

[0079] In one embodiment, the wireless communication circuit (390) may be connected to a second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) via a plurality of switch circuits (350). For example, the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) may include a plurality of feed portions, and the wireless communication circuit (390) may be selectively connected (e.g., electrically) to one of the plurality of feed portions via the plurality of switch circuits (350). The second conductive portion (320) electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) via the one feed portion may be configured to function as a second antenna (or second antenna radiator) (A2) of the electronic device (201). For example, the wireless communication circuit (390) may transmit and / or receive an RF signal using the second antenna (A2).

[0080] In one embodiment, the plurality of switch circuits (350) may include a first switch circuit (352), a second switch circuit (354), and a third switch circuit (356). The wireless communication circuit (390) may be connected to the first switch circuit (352). The first switch circuit (352) may be connected to the second switch circuit (354) and the third switch circuit (356). The second switch circuit (354) may be connected to the second conductive portion (320). The third switch circuit (356) may be connected to the second conductive portion (320).

[0081] Referring to FIG. 3B, according to one embodiment, a processor (380) of an electronic device (201) may include, for example, an application processor (AP) (e.g., a main processor (121) of FIG. 1) and / or a communication processor (CP) (e.g., a secondary processor (123) of FIG. 1). The processor (380) may be electrically connected to a wireless communication circuit (390). The processor (380) may control an RF transceiver (392) via a control interface. The processor (380) may control the RF transceiver (392) to transmit a signal through a first antenna (A1) and a second antenna (A2). The processor (380) may control the RF transceiver (392) to receive a signal.

[0082] According to one embodiment, a wireless communication circuit (390) may include an RF transceiver (392), a first RFFE (RF front end) circuit (or RFFE module) (394), and a second RFFE circuit (396).

[0083] In one embodiment, the RF transceiver (392) may be implemented as a single chip (e.g., an RFIC chip) or as part of a single package. The RF transceiver (392) may include a digital to analog converter (DAC) for converting a digital signal to an analog signal. The RF transceiver (392) may include a mixer and an oscillator (e.g., a local oscillator (LO) or a voltage controlled oscillator (VCO)) for up-conversion. The RF transceiver (392) may convert a baseband signal generated by the processor (380) into an RF signal. The RF transceiver (392) may provide the RF signal to at least one of the RFFE circuits (e.g., the first RFFE circuit (394) and / or the second RFFE circuit (396)). The RF transceiver (392) may include an analog to digital converter (ADC) for converting an analog signal to a digital signal. The RF transceiver (392) may include a mixer and an oscillator for down-conversion. The RF transceiver (392) may convert an RF signal received from the first antenna (A1) and / or the second antenna (A2) into a baseband signal so that the RF signal can be processed by the processor (380). The RF transceiver (392) may include one or more transmit ports. The RF transceiver (392) may include one or more receive ports. According to one embodiment, the RF transceiver (392) may control the first RFFE circuit (394) and the second RFFE circuit (396) (e.g., via an interface such as a mobile industry processor interface (MIPI)).

[0084] In one embodiment, the first RFFE circuit (394) may be connected to a first antenna (A1) for transmitting and / or receiving signals. For example, the first RFFE circuit (394) may be connected to a first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210).

[0085] In one embodiment, the first RFFE circuit (394) may include components for a transmit path (e.g., a power amplifier (PA)) and / or components for a receive path (e.g., a low noise amplifier (LNA)). For example, the first RFFE circuit (394) may include not only a PAMid including a transmit path, but also an LPAMid including a receive path, as examples of the first RFFE circuit (394).

[0086] In one embodiment, the second RFFE circuit (396) may be connected to a second antenna (A2) for transmitting and / or receiving signals. For example, the second RFFE circuit (396) may be connected to a second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220). For example, the second RFFE circuit (396) may be connected to the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) via a plurality of switch circuits (350).

[0087] In one embodiment, the second RFFE circuit (396) may include components for a transmit path (e.g., a power amplifier) ​​and / or components for a receive path (e.g., an LNA). For example, the second RFFE circuit (396) may include not only a PAMid including a transmit path, but also an LPAMid including a receive path, as examples of the second RFFE circuit (396).

[0088] In one embodiment, the first antenna (A1) and the second antenna (A2) may operate within substantially the same frequency band. For example, the first antenna (A1) and the second antenna (A2) may constitute multiple transmit antennas and / or multiple receive antennas of a multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO) system.

[0089] Referring to FIG. 3A, according to one embodiment, the first housing part (210) may include a third conductive portion (330) configured to function as a third antenna (A3) of the electronic device (201). The third conductive portion (330) may be located at the lower left corner of the first housing part (210). Like the first antenna (A1), the second antenna (A2), and the third antenna (A3), the electronic device (201) may use the conductive portions forming the side surface of the electronic device (201) as antennas. However, due to a hinge structure disposed between the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) to provide mutual rotation, there may be limitations in using the conductive portions of the side surface of the electronic device (201) as antennas. Accordingly, not only the first housing part (210) in which the wireless communication circuit (390) is arranged, but also the second housing part (220), such as the second antenna (A2), can be used as an antenna.

[0090] However, if two antennas are too close or facing each other, they may interfere with each other's radio waves. This can degrade signal quality and slow down data transmission speeds. In addition, the transmission and reception performance of radio waves may not be smooth, which may lower the overall network performance. For example, when antennas facing each other within the folded state of the electronic device (201), such as the first antenna (A1) and the second antenna (A2), are used in the same band, their radiation patterns may also be formed identically. This may increase interference between the antennas and degrade the ECC (envelope correlation coefficient) performance. The ECC may be a value indicating the relationship between two signals. For example, if the radiation patterns of the signals are completely identical, the ECC may be '1', and if the two signals are not related to each other, the ECC may be '0'. For example, when the ECC is high (e.g., when the ECC performance is degraded), the relationship analysis between MIMO signals may become inaccurate, which may cause a degradation in communication quality, such as a connection being disconnected. For example, in the folded state of the electronic device (201), when the first antenna (A1) of the first housing part (210) and the second antenna (A2) of the second housing part (220) facing each other are used in the same band, the ECC may be higher than the ECC when the first antenna (A1) and the third antenna (A3) of the first housing part (210) are used in the same band. That is, in the folded state, the ECC performance when the first antenna (A1) and the second antenna (A2) facing each other are used in the same band may be degraded.

[0091] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (201) can change the type of the second antenna (A2) using the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) through a plurality of switch circuits (350). For example, the second antenna (A2) of the electronic device (201) can be operated as an antenna type having the best ECC performance with respect to the first antenna (A1) depending on the operating frequency by the plurality of switch circuits (350). Hereinafter, the antenna structure of the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210) and the antenna structure of the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) for optimizing the ECC performance with respect to the first antenna (A1) will be described in detail.

[0092] FIG. 4 is a drawing showing a first housing part according to one embodiment.

[0093] Referring to FIG. 4, according to one embodiment, the first housing part (210) may include a first non-conductive portion (317) and a second non-conductive portion (318). The first non-conductive portion (317) and the second non-conductive portion (318) may include an electrically insulating material, for example, a non-conductive plastic. The first non-conductive portion (317) may be positioned at a first end (315a) of the first conductive portion (310), and the second non-conductive portion (318) may be positioned at a second end (315b) of the first conductive portion (310).

[0094] According to one embodiment, the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210) may include an elongated portion (315), a power supply portion (312), and a ground portion (314).

[0095] In one embodiment, the elongated portion (315) of the first conductive portion (310) may form a portion of a side surface (310c) of the first housing part (210). The elongated portion (315) may include a first end (315a) and a second end (315b). The elongated portion (315) may extend from the first non-conductive portion (317) to the second non-conductive portion (318) to define a portion of the perimeter of the first housing part (210).

[0096] In one embodiment, the feed portion (312) of the first conductive portion (310) may extend inwardly from the elongated portion (315). For example, the feed portion (312) may protrude inwardly from the elongated portion (315). The feed portion (312) of the first conductive portion (310) may be electrically connected to a wireless communication circuit (390).

[0097] In one embodiment, the ground portion (314) of the first conductive portion (310) may extend inwardly from the elongated portion (315). For example, the ground portion (314) may protrude inwardly from the elongated portion (315). The ground portion (314) of the first conductive portion (310) may be spaced apart from the feeding portion (312). The ground portion (314) of the first conductive portion (310) may be located between the feeding portion (312) and the second non-conductive portion (318). For example, the ground portion (314) may be closer to the second non-conductive portion (318) than to the feeding portion (312). In one embodiment, the ground portion (314) of the first conductive portion (310) may be electrically connected to the ground of the electronic device (201). However, the position and shape of the power supply portion (312) and the position and shape of the ground portion (314) are not limited by the above-described example. For example, the positions of the power supply portion (312) and the ground portion (314) may be different from the illustrated example. For example, the power supply portion (312) and / or the ground portion (314) may not protrude from the elongated portion (315). For example, the power supply portion (312) and / or the ground portion (314) may be included in the elongated portion (315).

[0098] In one embodiment, the first antenna (A1) of the first conductive portion (310) can operate as an inverted-F antenna (IFA).

[0099] FIG. 5A is a drawing showing a second housing part according to one embodiment.

[0100] Referring to FIG. 5A, according to one embodiment, the second housing part (220) may include a first non-conductive portion (327) and a second non-conductive portion (328). The first non-conductive portion (327) and the second non-conductive portion (328) may include an electrically insulating material, such as a non-conductive plastic. The first non-conductive portion (327) may be positioned at a first end (325a) of the second conductive portion (320), and the second non-conductive portion (328) may be positioned at a second end (325b) of the second conductive portion (320).

[0101] According to one embodiment, the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) may include an elongated portion (325) and the plurality of feeding portions. For example, the plurality of feeding portions of the second conductive portion (320) may include a first feeding portion (322), a second feeding portion (324), and a third feeding portion (326).

[0102] In one embodiment, the elongated portion (325) of the second conductive portion (320) may form a portion of a side surface (320c) of the second housing part (220). The elongated portion (325) may include a first end (325a) and a second end (325b). For example, the elongated portion (325) may extend from the first non-conductive portion (327) to the second non-conductive portion (328) to define a portion of the perimeter of the second housing part (220).

[0103] For example, but not limited to, the first feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) may extend inwardly from the elongated portion (325). For example, the first feed portion (322) may protrude inwardly from the elongated portion (325). Alternatively, the first feed portion (322) may not protrude from the elongated portion (325), in which case the first feed portion (322) may be understood to be included in the elongated portion (325). In one embodiment, the first feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) may be connected to the second switch circuit (354).

[0104] In one embodiment, the first feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) may be aligned with the feed portion (312) of the first conductive portion (310) in the folded state. For example, the first feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) may overlap with the feed portion (312) of the first conductive portion (310) in the folded state relative to a direction perpendicular to the first housing part (210) or the second housing part (220).

[0105] In one embodiment, the second feed portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) may extend inwardly from the elongated portion (325). For example, but not limitation, the first feed portion (322) may protrude inwardly from the elongated portion (325). Alternatively, the first feed portion (322) may not protrude from the elongated portion (325), in which case the first feed portion (322) may be understood to be included in the elongated portion (325). The second feed portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) may be spaced apart from the first feed portion (322). The second feed portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) may be positioned between the first feed portion (322) and the second non-conductive portion (328). For example, the second feed portion (324) may be closer to the second non-conductive portion (328) than to the first feed portion (322). In one embodiment, the second feed portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) may be connected to the second switch circuit (354).

[0106] For example, but not limitation, the third feed portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) may extend inwardly from the elongated portion (325). Alternatively, the third feed portion (326) may not protrude from the elongated portion (325), in which case the third feed portion (326) may be understood to be included in the elongated portion (325). For example, but not limitation, the third feed portion (326) may extend from the first end (325a) of the elongated portion (325). The third feed portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) may be spaced apart from the first feed portion (322) and the second feed portion (324). The third feed portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) may be positioned between the first feed portion (322) and the first non-conductive portion (327). For example, the third feed portion (326) may be closer to the first non-conductive portion (327) than to the first feed portion (322). In one embodiment, the third feed portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) may be connected to the third switch circuit (356).

[0107] In one embodiment, the first switch circuit (352) may be configured to selectively electrically connect the wireless communication circuit (390) to the second switch circuit (354) or the third switch circuit (356). For example, the first switch circuit (352) may include a single pole double throw (SPDT) RF switch. For example, the input port (S1RFC) of the first switch circuit (352) may be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390). For example, the first output port (S1RF1) of the first switch circuit (352) may be electrically connected to the input port (S2RFC) of the second switch circuit (354). For example, the second output port (S1RF2) of the first switch circuit (352) may be electrically connected to the input port (S3RFC) of the third switch circuit (354). Depending on the state of the first switch circuit (352), the wireless communication circuit (390) can be selectively connected to the input port (S2RFC) of the second switch circuit (354) or the input port (S3RFC) of the third switch circuit (356).

[0108] In one embodiment, the input port (S2RFC) of the second switch circuit (354) may be connected to the first output port (S1RF1) of the first switch circuit (352), the second feed portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) may be electrically connected to the first output port (S2RF1) of the second switch circuit (354), the first feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) may be electrically connected to the second output port (S2RF2) of the second switch circuit (354), and the third output port (S2RF3) of the second switch circuit (354) may be electrically connected to ground. The first and second switch circuits (354) may electrically connect the first feed portion (322) to the first switch circuit (352), electrically open the first feed portion, or electrically connect the first feed portion (322) to the first switch circuit (352). The second switch circuit (354) can electrically connect the second power supply portion (324) to the first switch circuit (352), electrically open the second power supply portion (324), or electrically connect the second power supply portion (324) to ground. In one embodiment, the second switch circuit (354) can include a single pole three throw (SP3T) RF switch or a single pole four throw (SP4T) RF switch.

[0109] In one embodiment, the input port (S3RFC) of the third switch circuit (356) is connected to the second output port (S1RF2) of the first switch circuit (352), the first output port (S3RF1) of the third switch circuit (356) can be electrically connected to the third feed portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320), and the second output port (S3RF2) of the third switch circuit (356) can be electrically connected to ground. The third switch circuit (356) can optionally connect the third feed portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) to the first switch circuit (352), electrically open, or ground. The third switch circuit (356) can include, for example, a SPDT RF switch or a SP3T RF switch.

[0110] In one embodiment, the states of the first switch circuit (352), the second switch circuit (354), and the third switch circuit (356) are as shown in Table 1 below.

[0111]

[0112] Referring to Table 1 above, in the first state, the first output port (S1RF1) of the first switch circuit (352) can be connected to the input port (S1RFC) of the first switch circuit (352), and the second output port (S1RF2) of the first switch circuit (352) can be opened. In the first state, the first output port (S2RF1) of the second switch circuit (354) can be electrically connected to the ground, and the second output port (S2RF2) of the second switch circuit (354) can be connected to the input port (S2RFC) of the second switch circuit (354). In the first state, the first output port (S3RF1) of the third switch circuit (354) can be opened.

[0113] In the second state, the first output port (S1RF1) of the first switch circuit (352) can be connected to the input port (S1RFC) of the first switch circuit (352), and the second output port (S1RF2) of the first switch circuit (352) can be opened. In the second state, the first output port (S2RF1) of the second switch circuit (354) can be opened, and the second output port (S2RF2) of the second switch circuit (354) can be connected to the input port (S2RFC) of the second switch circuit (354). In the second state, the first output port (S3RF1) of the third switch circuit (354) can be opened.

[0114] In the third state, the first output port (S1RF1) of the first switch circuit (352) can be connected to the input port (S1RFC) of the first switch circuit (352), and the second output port (S1RF2) of the first switch circuit (352) can be opened. In the third state, the first output port (S2RF1) of the second switch circuit (354) can be connected to the input port (S2RFC) of the second switch circuit (354), and the second output port (S2RF2) of the second switch circuit (354) can be opened. In the third state, the first output port (S3RF1) of the third switch circuit (354) can be electrically connected to ground.

[0115] In the fourth state, the first output port (S1RF1) of the first switch circuit (352) can be opened, and the second output port (S1RF2) of the first switch circuit (352) can be connected to the input port (S1RFC) of the first switch circuit (352). In the fourth state, the first output port (S2RF1) of the second switch circuit (354) can be opened, and the second output port (S2RF2) of the second switch circuit (354) can be opened. In the fourth state, the first output port (S3RF1) of the third switch circuit (354) can be connected to the input port (S3RFC) of the third switch circuit (354).

[0116] In the fifth state, the first output port (S1RF1) of the first switch circuit (352) can be opened, and the second output port (S1RF2) of the first switch circuit (352) can be connected to the input port (S1RFC) of the first switch circuit (352). In the fifth state, the first output port (S2RF1) of the second switch circuit (354) can be electrically connected to the ground, and the second output port (S2RF2) of the second switch circuit (354) can be opened. In the fifth state, the first output port (S3RF1) of the third switch circuit (354) can be connected to the input port (S3RFC) of the third switch circuit (354).

[0117] In one embodiment, the electrical connection states of the first power supply portion (322), the second power supply portion (324), and the third power supply portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) according to the states of the first switch circuit (352), the second switch circuit (354), and the third switch circuit (356) of Table 1 are as shown in Table 2 below.

[0118]

[0119] Referring to Table 2 above, in the first state, the second power supply portion (324) can be electrically connected to ground (e.g., via the first output port (S2RF1) of the second switch circuit (354)). In the first state, the first power supply portion (322) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) (e.g., via the second output port (S2RF2) of the second switch circuit (354), the input port (S2RFC) of the second switch circuit (354), the first output port (S1RF1) of the first switch circuit (352), and the input port (S1RFC) of the first switch circuit (352)). In the first state, the third power supply portion (326) can be electrically opened (e.g., via the first output port (S3RF1) of the third switch circuit (356)).

[0120] In the second state, the second power supply portion (324) can be electrically opened (e.g., via the first output port (S2RF1) of the second switch circuit (354)). In the second state, the first power supply portion (322) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) (e.g., via the second output port (S2RF2) of the second switch circuit (354), the input port (S2RFC) of the second switch circuit (354), the first output port (S1RF1) of the first switch circuit (352), and the input port (S1RFC) of the first switch circuit (352)). In the second state, the third power supply portion (326) can be electrically opened (e.g., via the first output port (S3RF1) of the third switch circuit (356)).

[0121] In the third state, the second power supply portion (324) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) (e.g., via the first output port (S2RF1) of the second switch circuit (354), the input port (S2RFC) of the second switch circuit (354), the first output port (S1RF1) of the first switch circuit (352), and the input port (S1RFC) of the first switch circuit (352). In the third state, the first power supply portion (322) can be electrically opened (e.g., via the second output port (S2RF2) of the second switch circuit (354). In the third state, the third power supply portion (326) can be electrically connected to ground (e.g., via the first output port (S3RF1) of the third switch circuit (356)).

[0122] In the fourth state, the second power supply portion (324) can be electrically opened (e.g., via the first output port (S2RF1) of the second switch circuit (354)). In the fourth state, the first power supply portion (322) can be electrically opened (e.g., via the second output port (S2RF2) of the second switch circuit (354)). In the fourth state, the third power supply portion (326) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) (e.g., via the first output port (S3RF1) of the third switch circuit (356), the input port (S3RFC) of the third switch circuit (356), the second output port (S1RF2) of the first switch circuit (352), and the input port (S1RFC) of the first switch circuit (352)).

[0123] In the fifth state, the second power supply portion (324) can be electrically connected to ground (e.g., via the first output port (S2RF1) of the second switch circuit (354)). In the fifth state, the first power supply portion (322) can be electrically opened (e.g., via the second output port (S2RF2) of the second switch circuit (354)). In the fifth state, the third power supply portion (326) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) (e.g., via the first output port (S3RF1) of the third switch circuit (356), the input port (S3RFC) of the third switch circuit (356), the second output port (S1RF2) of the first switch circuit (352), and the input port (S1RFC) of the first switch circuit (352)).

[0124] FIG. 5b is a drawing showing a second housing part according to one embodiment.

[0125] Referring to FIG. 5b, according to one embodiment, the plurality of switch circuits (350) may alternatively include a first switch circuit (652) and a second switch circuit (654) in place of the first switch circuit (352), the second switch circuit (354), and the third switch circuit (356) of FIG. 5a.

[0126] In one embodiment, the first switch circuit (652) can be connected to the second RFFE circuit (396) of the wireless communication circuit (390), the third feed portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320), and the second switch circuit (654). The second switch circuit (654) can be connected to the first feed portion (322), the second feed portion (324), and the first switch circuit (652).

[0127] In one embodiment, a wireless communication circuit (390) may be connected to an input port (S1RFC') of a first switch circuit (652), and an input port (S2RFC') and a third power supply portion (326) of a second switch circuit (654) may be connected to a first output port (S1RF1') and a second output port (S1RF2') of the first switch circuit (652), respectively. A second power supply portion (324), a first power supply portion (322), and a ground may be connected to the first output port (S2RF1'), the second output port (S2RF2'), and the third output port (S2RF3') of the second switch circuit (654), respectively.

[0128] In one embodiment, the first switch circuit (652) can selectively electrically connect the wireless communication circuit (390) to the third feed section (326) or the second switch circuit (654). When the first switch circuit (652) electrically connects the wireless communication circuit (390) to the second switch circuit (654), the first switch circuit (652) can electrically open the third feed section (326). In one embodiment, the first switch circuit (652) can include a SPDT RF switch or a SP3T RF switch.

[0129] In one embodiment, the second switch circuit (654) can electrically connect, electrically open, or electrically connect the first power supply portion (322) to the first switch circuit (652). The second switch circuit (654) can electrically connect, electrically open, or electrically connect the second power supply portion (324) to the first switch circuit (652). In one embodiment, the second switch circuit (654) can include an SP3T RF switch or an SP4T RF switch.

[0130] In one embodiment, the states of the first switch circuit (652) and the second switch circuit (654) are as shown in Table 3 below.

[0131]

[0132] Referring to Table 3 above, in the first state, the first output port (S1RF1') of the first switch circuit (652) can be connected to the input port (S1RFC') of the first switch circuit (652), and the second output port (S1RF2') of the first switch circuit (652) can be opened. In the first state, the first output port (S2RF1') of the second switch circuit (654) can be electrically connected to the ground, and the second output port (S2RF2') of the second switch circuit (654) can be connected to the input port (S2RFC') of the second switch circuit (654).

[0133] In the second state, the first output port (S1RF1') of the first switch circuit (652) can be connected to the input port (S1RFC') of the first switch circuit (652), and the second output port (S1RF2') of the first switch circuit (652) can be opened. In the second state, the first output port (S2RF1') of the second switch circuit (654) can be opened, and the second output port (S2RF2') of the second switch circuit (654) can be connected to the input port (S2RFC') of the second switch circuit (654).

[0134] In the third state, the first output port (S1RF1') of the first switch circuit (652) can be connected to the input port (S1RFC') of the first switch circuit (652), and the second output port (S1RF2') of the first switch circuit (652) can be opened. In the third state, the first output port (S2RF1') of the second switch circuit (654) can be connected to the input port (S2RFC') of the second switch circuit (654), and the second output port (S2RF2') of the second switch circuit (654) can be opened.

[0135] In the fourth state, the first output port (S1RF1') of the first switch circuit (652) can be opened, and the second output port (S1RF2') of the first switch circuit (652) can be connected to the input port (S1RFC') of the first switch circuit (652). In the fourth state, the first output port (S2RF1') of the second switch circuit (654) can be opened, and the second output port (S2RF2') of the second switch circuit (654) can be opened.

[0136] In one embodiment, the electrical connection states of the first power supply portion (322), the second power supply portion (324), and the third power supply portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) according to the states of the first switch circuit (652) and the second switch circuit (654) of Table 3 are as shown in Table 4 below.

[0137]

[0138] Referring to Table 4 above, in the first state, the second power supply portion (324) can be electrically connected to ground (e.g., via the first output port (S2RF1') of the second switch circuit (654)). In the first state, the first power supply portion (322) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) (e.g., via the second output port (S2RF2') of the second switch circuit (654), the input port (S2RFC') of the second switch circuit (654), the first output port (S1RF1') of the first switch circuit (652), and the input port (S1RFC') of the first switch circuit (652)). In the first state, the third power supply portion (326) can be electrically opened (e.g., via the second output port (S1RF2') of the first switch circuit (652)).

[0139] In the second state, the second power supply portion (324) can be electrically opened (e.g., via the first output port (S2RF1') of the second switch circuit (654)). In the second state, the first power supply portion (322) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) (e.g., via the second output port (S2RF2') of the second switch circuit (654), the input port (S2RFC') of the second switch circuit (654), the first output port (S1RF1') of the first switch circuit (652), and the input port (S1RFC') of the first switch circuit (652)). In the second state, the third power supply portion (326) can be electrically opened (e.g., via the second output port (S1RF2') of the first switch circuit (652)).

[0140] In the third state, the second power supply portion (324) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) (e.g., via the first output port (S2RF1') of the second switch circuit (654), the input port (S2RFC') of the second switch circuit (654), the first output port (S1RF1') of the first switch circuit (652), and the input port (S1RFC') of the first switch circuit (652). In the third state, the first power supply portion (322) can be electrically opened (e.g., via the second output port (S2RF2') of the second switch circuit (654). In the third state, the third power supply portion (326) can be electrically connected to ground (e.g., via the second output port (S1RF2') of the first switch circuit (652).

[0141] In the fourth state, the second feed portion (324) can be electrically opened (e.g., via the first output port (S2RF1') of the second switch circuit (654)). In the fourth state, the first feed portion (322) can be electrically opened (e.g., via the second output port (S2RF2') of the second switch circuit (654)). In the fourth state, the third feed portion (326) can be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) (e.g., via the second output port (S1RF2') of the first switch circuit (652), the input port (S3RFC') of the first switch circuit (652), the second output port (S1RF2') of the first switch circuit (652), and the input port (S1RFC') of the first switch circuit (652)).

[0142] As described above, each of the first feed portion (322), the second feed portion (324), and the third feed portion (326) may be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390), electrically open, or electrically connected to ground, depending on the states of the switch circuits (352, 354, and 356) or the switch circuits (652 and 654). In other words, the first feed portion (322), the second feed portion (324), and the third feed portion (326) of the present disclosure are not necessarily limited to being electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) for power supply, due to their names. In this respect, the first feed portion (322), the second feed portion (324), and the third feed portion (326) may be referred to as a first contact portion, a second contact portion, and a third contact portion, respectively.

[0143] FIG. 6A illustrates a conductive portion operating as a first type antenna according to an embodiment. Referring to FIG. 6A, according to an embodiment, a first feed portion (322) of a second conductive portion (320) may be connected to a wireless communication circuit (390), a second feed portion (324) may be connected to ground, and a third feed portion (326) may be electrically open. For such an electrical connection state, the first switch circuit (352), the second switch circuit (354), and the third switch circuit (356) may operate in the first state of Tables 1 and 2. For such an electrical connection state, the first switch circuit (652) and the second switch circuit (654) may operate in the first state of Tables 3 and 4. The second conductive portion (320) having such an electrical connection state can operate as an IFA.

[0144] FIG. 6B illustrates a conductive portion operating as a second type antenna according to an embodiment. Referring to FIG. 6B, according to an embodiment, a first feed portion (322) of a second conductive portion (320) may be electrically connected to a wireless communication circuit (390), a second feed portion (324) may be electrically open, and a third feed portion (326) may be electrically open. For such an electrical connection state, the first switch circuit (352), the second switch circuit (354), and the third switch circuit (356) may operate in the second state of Tables 1 and 2. For such an electrical connection state, the first switch circuit (652) and the second switch circuit (654) may operate in the second state of Tables 3 and 4. The second conductive portion (320) having such an electrical connection state can operate as an inverted-L antenna (ILA).

[0145] Fig. 6c illustrates a conductive portion operating as a third type of antenna according to an embodiment. Referring to Fig. 6c, according to an embodiment, a first feed portion (322) of a second conductive portion (320) may be electrically open, a second feed portion (324) may be electrically connected to a wireless communication circuit (390), and a third feed portion (326) may be electrically connected to ground. For such an electrical connection state, the first switch circuit (352), the second switch circuit (354), and the third switch circuit (356) may operate in the third state of Tables 1 and 2. For such an electrical connection state, the first switch circuit (652) and the second switch circuit (654) may operate in the third state of Tables 3 and 4. The second conductive portion (320) having such an electrical connection state can operate as a loop antenna.

[0146] FIG. 6D illustrates a conductive portion operating as a fourth type of antenna according to an embodiment. Referring to FIG. 6D, according to an embodiment, a first feed portion (322) of a second conductive portion (320) may be electrically open, a second feed portion (324) may be electrically open, and a third feed portion (326) may be electrically connected to a wireless communication circuit (390). For such an electrical connection state, the first switch circuit (352), the second switch circuit (354), and the third switch circuit (356) may operate in the fourth state of Tables 1 and 2. For such an electrical connection state, the first switch circuit (652) and the second switch circuit (654) may operate in the fourth state of Tables 3 and 4. The second conductive portion (320) having such an electrical connection state can operate as an ILA or R-ILA (reverse ILA) having an opposite direction to the second type antenna.

[0147] Fig. 6e illustrates a conductive portion operating as a fifth type antenna according to an embodiment. Referring to Fig. 6e, according to an embodiment, a first feed portion (322) of a second conductive portion (320) may be electrically open, a second feed portion (324) may be electrically connected to ground, and a third feed portion (326) may be electrically connected to a wireless communication circuit (390). For such an electrical connection state, the first switch circuit (352), the second switch circuit (354), and the third switch circuit (356) may operate in the fifth state of Tables 1 and 2. The second conductive portion (320) having such an electrical connection state may operate as a loop antenna or an R-loop (reverse loop) antenna having an opposite direction to the third type antenna.

[0148] FIG. 7 is a graph showing ECC of a first antenna and a second antenna according to one embodiment.

[0149] Graphs (701, 702, 703, and 704) of FIG. 7 represent ECC between the first antenna (A1) and the second antenna (A2) in the folded state.

[0150] For example, graph (701) represents the ECC between a first antenna (A1) operating as an IFA and a second antenna (A2) operating as the first type (e.g., IFA).

[0151] For example, graph (702) represents the ECC between a first antenna (A1) operating as an IFA and a second antenna (A2) operating as a second type (e.g., ILA).

[0152] For example, graph (703) represents the ECC between a first antenna (A1) operating as an IFA and a second antenna (A2) operating as the third type (e.g., loop antenna).

[0153] For example, graph (704) represents the ECC between a first antenna (A1) operating as an IFA and a second antenna (A2) operating as the fourth type (e.g., ILA).

[0154] The graph (705) of Fig. 7 shows the ECC between the first antenna (A1) and the third antenna (A3) in the folded state.

[0155] Referring to FIG. 7, at the first operating frequency (f1), the ECC may be lowest in graph (704). At the second operating frequency (f2), the ECC may be lowest in graph (703). At the third operating frequency (f3), the ECC may be lowest in graph (703). At the fourth operating frequency (f4), the ECC may be lowest in graph (702). At the fifth operating frequency (f5), the ECC may be lowest in graph (701).

[0156] The first operating frequency (f1) may be about 600 MHz, the second operating frequency (f2) may be about 700 MHz, the third operating frequency (f3) may be about 800 MHz, the fourth operating frequency (f4) may be about 900 MHz, and the fifth operating frequency (f5) may be about 1,000 MHz.

[0157] In one embodiment, depending on the operating frequency, the type of the second antenna (A2) having a lower ECC than the first antenna (A1) may be different. Accordingly, an antenna structure having an optimal ECC may be utilized depending on the operating frequencies of the first antenna (A1) and the second antenna (A2).

[0158] For example, the processor (380) of the electronic device (201) can identify the operating frequency (or operating frequency band) of the first antenna (A1) and / or the second antenna (A2). The processor (380) can control the plurality of switch circuits (350) so that the second antenna (A2) operates in an antenna type determined according to the identified operating frequency, within the folded state.

[0159] For example, when the operating frequency of the first antenna (A1) and / or the second antenna (A2) is the first operating frequency (f1), or the operating frequency band includes the first operating frequency (f1), the processor (380) can control the plurality of switch circuits (350) so that the second antenna (A2) operates in R-ILA. For example, the processor (380) can switch the plurality of switch circuits (350) to the fourth state of Tables 1 and 2 or the fourth state of Tables 3 and 4 so that the second antenna (A2) operates in R-ILA.

[0160] For example, when the operating frequency of the first antenna (A1) and / or the second antenna (A2) is the second operating frequency (f2), or the operating frequency band includes the second operating frequency (f2), the processor (380) may control the plurality of switch circuits (350) so that the second antenna (A2) operates as a loop antenna. For example, the processor (380) may switch the plurality of switch circuits (350) to the third state of Tables 1 and 2 or the third state of Tables 3 and 4 so that the second antenna (A2) operates as a loop antenna.

[0161] For example, when the operating frequency of the first antenna (A1) and / or the second antenna (A2) is the third operating frequency (f3) or the operating frequency band includes the third operating frequency (f3), the processor (380) can control the plurality of switch circuits (350) so that the second antenna (A2) operates as a loop antenna. For example, the processor (380) can switch the plurality of switch circuits (350) to the third state of Tables 1 and 2 or the third state of Tables 3 and 4 so that the second antenna (A2) operates as a loop antenna.

[0162] For example, when the operating frequency of the first antenna (A1) and / or the second antenna (A2) is the fourth operating frequency (f4) or the operating frequency band includes the fourth operating frequency (f4), the processor (380) can control the plurality of switch circuits (350) so that the second antenna (A2) operates in ILA. For example, the processor (380) can switch the plurality of switch circuits (350) to the second state of Tables 1 and 2 or the second state of Tables 3 and 4 so that the second antenna (A2) operates in ILA.

[0163] For example, when the operating frequency of the first antenna (A1) and / or the second antenna (A2) is the fifth operating frequency (f5) or the operating frequency band includes the fifth operating frequency (f5), the processor (380) can control the plurality of switch circuits (350) so that the second antenna (A2) operates as an IFA. For example, the processor (380) can switch the plurality of switch circuits (350) to the first state of Tables 1 and 2 or the first state of Tables 3 and 4 so that the second antenna (A2) operates as an IFA.

[0164] In one embodiment, the processor (380) can identify the operating frequency of the first antenna (A1) and / or the second antenna (A2) based on identifying that the state of the electronic device (201) is the folded state, and can control the plurality of switch circuits (350) according to the identified operating frequency.

[0165] In one embodiment, the processor (380) may obtain parameters related to the performance of the second antenna (A2) based on identifying that the state of the electronic device (201) is not the folded state (e.g., the intermediate state or the unfolded state). For example, the processor (380) may obtain parameters related to the performance of the second antenna (A2) for each state of the plurality of switch circuits (350). The parameters may be, for example, network performance parameters indicating signal strength, signal quality, or transmission speed.

[0166] In one embodiment, the processor (380) may control a plurality of switch circuits (350) so that the second antenna (A2) operates as an antenna type having optimal performance based on the acquired parameters.

[0167] In one embodiment, the wireless communication circuit (390) can perform a MIMO operation using a first antenna (A1) and a second antenna (A2) having optimal ECC performance as described above. For example, the wireless communication circuit (390) can receive a first RF signal within a first frequency band via the first antenna (A1). While receiving the first RF signal, the wireless communication circuit (390) can receive a second RF signal within the first frequency band using the first antenna (A1) and a second antenna (A2) configured to operate as an antenna type having optimal ECC.

[0168] Fig. 8 illustrates an electronic device in an unfolded state according to one embodiment. Fig. 9 illustrates an electronic device in a folded state according to one embodiment.

[0169] The electronic device (201) of FIG. 2A can be folded around a folding axis (237) that is parallel to the short side among the long and short sides, but is not limited thereto. For example, referring to FIGS. 8 and 9 , the electronic device (801) can be folded around a folding axis (937) that is parallel to the short side among the long and short sides. In this way, the structures for the first antenna (A1) and the second antenna (A2) described above can be applied to an electronic device (801) having a different form factor from the electronic device (201).

[0170] For example, an electronic device (801) (e.g., an electronic device (201)) may include a first housing part (810) (e.g., a first housing part (210)) and a second housing part (820) (e.g., a second housing part (220)). The first housing part (810) may include a first conductive portion (910) (e.g., a first conductive portion (310)) that forms a bottom of the electronic device (801) when the electronic device (801) is unfolded. A feeding portion (912) (e.g., a feeding portion (312)) of the first conductive portion (910) may be connected to a wireless communication circuit (390). The first conductive portion (910) may function as a first antenna (A81) (e.g., a first antenna (A1)) of the electronic device (801).

[0171] In one embodiment, the second housing part (820) may include a second conductive portion (920) (e.g., the second conductive portion (320)) that, when folded, faces the first conductive portion (910) of the first housing part (810). The second conductive portion (920) may include a first feed portion (922) (e.g., the first feed portion (322)) and a second feed portion (924). In one embodiment, the second feed portion (924) may correspond to the second feed portion (324) or the third feed portion (326) of FIG. 5A, and the second conductive portion (920) may further include another feed portion corresponding to the third feed portion (326) or the second feed portion (324) of FIG. 5A. The first power supply portion (922) and the second power supply portion (924) of the second conductive portion (920) can be connected to a wireless communication circuit (390) via a plurality of switch circuits (350). The second conductive portion (920) can operate as a second antenna (A82) of the electronic device (801). For example, the second antenna (A82) can operate as an antenna type determined according to the state of the plurality of switch circuits (350).

[0172] Fig. 10 illustrates an electronic device in an unfolded state according to one embodiment. Fig. 11 illustrates an electronic device in a folded state according to one embodiment.

[0173] The electronic device (201) of FIG. 2A may include, but is not limited to, two housing parts. For example, referring to FIGS. 10 and 11, the electronic device (1001) may include three housing parts. For example, the electronic device (1001) may include a first housing part (1010) (e.g., the first housing part (210)), a second housing part (1020) (e.g., the second housing part (220)) rotatable about one side of the first housing part (1010) about a folding axis (1237), and a third housing part (1030) rotatable about the other side of the first housing part (1010) about a folding axis (1238). Likewise, the structures for the first antenna (A1) and the second antenna (A2) described above can be applied to an electronic device (1001) having a different form factor from the electronic device (201).

[0174] For example, the first housing part (1010) may include a first conductive portion (1110) (e.g., the first conductive portion (310)) that at least partially forms an upper portion of the first housing part (1010).

[0175] In one embodiment, the second housing part (1020) may include a second conductive portion (1120) (e.g., the second conductive portion (320)) that at least partially forms an upper portion of the second housing part (1020).

[0176] Referring to FIG. 11, in one embodiment, the second conductive portion (1120) may face the first conductive portion (1110) of the first housing part (1010) in a folded state. The feeding portion (1112) of the first conductive portion (1110) (e.g., the feeding portion (312)) may be connected to a wireless communication circuit (390). The first conductive portion (1110) may function as a first antenna (A101) (e.g., the first antenna (A1)) of the electronic device (1001).

[0177] In one embodiment, the second conductive portion (1120) may include a first feed portion (1122) (e.g., the first feed portion (322)) and a second feed portion (1124). In one embodiment, the second feed portion (1124) may correspond to the second feed portion (324) or the third feed portion (326) of FIG. 5A, and the second conductive portion (1120) may further include another feed portion corresponding to the third feed portion (326) or the second feed portion (324) of FIG. 5A. The first feed portion (1122) and the second feed portion (1124) of the second conductive portion (1120) may be connected to a wireless communication circuit (390) via a plurality of switch circuits (350). The second conductive portion (1120) can operate as a second antenna (A102) of the electronic device (1001). For example, the second antenna (A102) can operate as an antenna type determined according to the state of a plurality of switch circuits (350).

[0178] Although not shown, the antenna structure of the second housing part (1020) may additionally be applied to the third housing part (1030). For example, the third housing part (1030) may include a third conductive portion (1130) that faces the first conductive portion (1110) of the first housing part (1010) in a folded state. The third conductive portion (1130) of the third housing part (1030) may be electrically connected to a wireless communication circuit (390) via a plurality of switch circuits (350). For example, the third conductive portion (1130) may include a plurality of feeding portions, and one of the plurality of feeding portions selected according to a state of the plurality of switch circuits (350) may be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390).

[0179] The technical problems to be achieved in the present disclosure are not limited to the technical problems mentioned above, and other technical problems not mentioned will be clearly understood by a person having ordinary knowledge in the technical field to which the present disclosure pertains.

[0180] According to one embodiment, an electronic device (201) may include a first housing part (210); a second housing part (220) rotatably coupled to the first housing part (210); and wireless communication circuitry (390). The first housing part (210) may include a first conductive part (310) having a first feeding part (312). The second housing part (220) may include a second conductive part (320) aligned with the first conductive part (310) of the first housing part (210) within a first position in which the second housing part (220) is placed on the first housing part (210). The second conductive part (320) of the second housing part (220) may include a plurality of feeding parts. The wireless communication circuit (390) may be selectively connected to one of the plurality of feeding portions of the second conductive portion (320). The first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210) may be configured to be connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) via the first feeding portion (312) to function as a first antenna (A1) of the electronic device (201). While the first conductive portion (310) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) to function as the first antenna (A1) of the electronic device (201), the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) may be configured to be connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) via one of the plurality of feeding portions to function as a second antenna (A2) of the electronic device (201).

[0181] In one embodiment, the second housing part (220) may include a plurality of switch circuits (350). The wireless communication circuit (390) may be selectively connected to one of the plurality of power supply parts of the second conductive part (320) through the plurality of switch circuits (350).

[0182] In one embodiment, the plurality of feed portions of the second conductive portion (320) may include a second feed portion (322); a third feed portion (324); and a fourth feed portion (326) aligned with the first feed portion (312) of the first conductive portion (310) within the first position. The second feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) may be positioned between the third feed portion (324) and the fourth feed portion (326).

[0183] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include a plurality of switch circuits (350) positioned in the second housing part (220) and configured to switch the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) between a plurality of connection states. The plurality of connection states of the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) may include a first connection state in which the second power supply portion (322) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390), the third power supply portion (324) is connected to ground of the electronic device (201), and the fourth power supply portion (326) is electrically open. The plurality of connection states of the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) may include a second connection state in which the second power supply portion (322) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390), the third power supply portion (324) is electrically open, and the fourth power supply portion (326) is electrically open. The plurality of connection states of the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) may include a third connection state in which the second power supply portion (322) is electrically open, the third power supply portion (324) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390), and the fourth power supply portion (326) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201). The plurality of connection states of the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) may include a fourth connection state in which the second power supply portion (322) is electrically open, the third power supply portion (324) is electrically open, and the fourth power supply portion (326) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390).The plurality of connection states of the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) may include a fifth connection state in which the second power supply portion (322) is electrically open, the third power supply portion (324) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201), and the fourth power supply portion (326) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390). While the first antenna (A1) operates, the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) may operate as the second antenna (A2) within one of the first connection state, the second connection state, the third connection state, the fourth connection state, or the fourth connection state.

[0184] In one embodiment, the plurality of switch circuits (350) may include a first switch circuit (352) connected to the wireless communication circuit (390); a second switch circuit (354) connected to the first switch circuit (352), the second feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) and the third feed portion (324); and a third switch circuit (356) connected to the first switch circuit (352) and the fourth feed portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320). In the first connection state: the second feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) via the first switch circuit (352) and the second switch circuit (354); The third feed portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201) via the second switch circuit (354); and the fourth feed portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) can be electrically opened via the third switch circuit (356). In the second connection state: the second feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) via the first switch circuit (352) and the second switch circuit (354); and the third feed portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically opened via the second switch circuit (354). And the fourth power supply portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) can be electrically opened through the third switch circuit (356).Within the third connection state: the second feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically open via the second switch circuit (354); the third feed portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) via the first switch circuit (352) and the second switch circuit (354); and the fourth feed portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) can be connected to the ground of the electronic device (201) via the third switch circuit (356). Within the fourth connection state: the second feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically open via the second switch circuit (354); The third feed portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically open via the second switch circuit (354); and the fourth feed portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) can be connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) via the first switch circuit (352) and the third switch circuit (356). In the fifth connection state: the second feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically open via the second switch circuit (354); and the third feed portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201) via the second switch circuit (354); And the fourth power supply portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) can be connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) through the first switch circuit (352) and the third switch circuit (356).

[0185] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include a plurality of switch circuits (350) positioned in the second housing part (220) and configured to switch the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) between a plurality of connection states. The plurality of connection states of the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) include: a first connection state in which the second power supply portion (322) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390), the third power supply portion (324) is connected to ground of the electronic device (201), and the fourth power supply portion (326) is electrically open; a second connection state in which the second power supply portion (322) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390), the third power supply portion (324) is electrically open, and the fourth power supply portion (326) is electrically open; The second feeding portion (322) may include a third connection state in which the second feeding portion (322) is electrically open, the third feeding portion (324) is electrically open, and the fourth feeding portion (326) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390); and a fourth connection state in which the second feeding portion (322) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201), the third feeding portion (324) is electrically open, and the fourth feeding portion (326) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390). While the first antenna (A1) operates, the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) may operate as the second antenna (A2) within one of the first connection state, the second connection state, the third connection state, the fourth connection state, or the fourth connection state.

[0186] In one embodiment, the plurality of switch circuits (350) may include a first switch circuit (652) connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) and the fourth feed portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320); and a second switch circuit (654) connected to the first switch circuit (652), the second feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320), and the third feed portion (324). Within the first connection state: the second feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) may be connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) via the first switch circuit (652) and the second switch circuit (654). The third feed portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201) via the second switch circuit (654); and the fourth feed portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) can be electrically opened via the first switch circuit (652). In the second connection state: the second feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) via the first switch circuit (652) and the second switch circuit (654); and the third feed portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically opened via the second switch circuit (654). And the fourth power supply portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) can be electrically opened through the second switch circuit (654).Within the third connection state: the second feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically open via the second switch circuit (654); the third feed portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically open via the second switch circuit (654); and the fourth feed portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) can be connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) via the first switch circuit (652) and the second switch circuit (654). Within the fourth connection state: the second feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically open via the second switch circuit (654); The third power supply portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) may be connected to the ground of the electronic device (201) via the second switch circuit (654); and the fourth power supply portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) may be connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) via the first switch circuit (652) and the second switch circuit (654).

[0187] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include at least one processor (380) including a processing circuit; and a memory (130) including one or more storage media storing instructions. The instructions, when individually or collectively executed by the at least one processor (380), may cause the electronic device (201) to identify an operating frequency of the first antenna (A1). The instructions, when individually or collectively executed by the at least one processor (380), may cause the electronic device (201) to determine one of the plurality of connection states of the second housing part (220) according to the identified operating frequency. The instructions, when individually or collectively executed by the at least one processor (380), may cause the electronic device (201) to control the plurality of switch circuits (350) such that the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) has the determined connection state.

[0188] In one embodiment, the instructions, when individually or collectively executed by the at least one processor (380), may cause the electronic device (201) to identify the operating frequency of the first antenna (A1) based on identifying that a position between the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) is the first position.

[0189] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include at least one processor (380) including a processing circuit; and a memory (130) including one or more storage media storing instructions. The instructions, when individually or collectively executed by the at least one processor (380), may cause the electronic device (201) to obtain parameters related to the performance of the second antenna (A2). The instructions, when individually or collectively executed by the at least one processor (380), may cause the electronic device (201) to determine one of the plurality of connection states based on the obtained parameters. The above instructions, when individually or collectively executed by the at least one processor (380), may cause the electronic device (201) to control the plurality of switch circuits (350) such that the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) has the determined one connection state.

[0190] In one embodiment, the instructions, when individually or collectively executed by the at least one processor (380), may cause the electronic device (201) to obtain the parameters related to the performance of the second antenna (A2) based on identifying that a position between the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) is a second position different from the first position.

[0191] In one embodiment, the wireless communication circuit (390) may be configured to: receive a first radio frequency (RF) signal within a first frequency band using the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210); while receiving the first RF signal, receive a second RF signal within the first frequency band using the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) in the first connected state; receive a third RF signal within a second frequency band distinct from the first frequency band using the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210); and while receiving the third RF signal, receive a fourth RF signal within the second frequency band using the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) in the second connected state. A frequency of the fourth RF signal may be less than a frequency of the second RF signal.

[0192] In one embodiment, the wireless communication circuit (390) may be configured to receive a fifth RF signal within a third frequency band, distinct from the first frequency band and the second frequency band, using the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210); and, while receiving the fifth RF signal, receive a sixth RF signal within the third frequency band, using the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) within the third connected state. A frequency of the sixth RF signal may be lower than a frequency of the fourth RF signal.

[0193] In one embodiment, the wireless communication circuit (390) is configured to: receive a seventh RF signal within a fourth frequency band distinct from the first frequency band, the second frequency band, and the third frequency band by using the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210); and, while receiving the seventh RF signal, receive an eighth RF signal within the fourth frequency band by using the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) in the fourth connected state, wherein a frequency of the eighth RF signal may be less than a frequency of the sixth RF signal.

[0194] In one embodiment, the wireless communication circuit (390) may be configured to perform a multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO) operation using the first antenna (A1) and the second antenna (A2).

[0195] According to one embodiment, an electronic device (201) may include a first housing part (210); a second housing part (220) rotatably coupled to the first housing part (210); and wireless communication circuitry (390). The first housing part (210) may include a first conductive part (310) having a first power supply part (312). The second housing part (220) may include a second conductive part (320) aligned with the first conductive part (310) of the first housing part (210) within a first position in which the second housing part (220) is placed on the first housing part (210). The second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) may include a plurality of feeding portions, and the plurality of feeding portions may include a second feeding portion (322) aligned with the first feeding portion (312) of the first conductive portion (310) within the first position. The wireless communication circuit (390) may be selectively connected to one of the plurality of feeding portions via a plurality of switch circuits (350). The first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210) may be configured to be connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) via the first feeding portion (312) to function as a first antenna (A1) of the electronic device (201). While the first conductive portion (310) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) to function as the first antenna (A1) of the electronic device (201), the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) may be configured to be connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) via one of the plurality of power supply portions to function as the second antenna (A2) of the electronic device (201).

[0196] In one embodiment, the plurality of feed portions of the second conductive portion (320) may include: a third feed portion (324); and a fourth feed portion (326). The second feed portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) may be positioned between the third feed portion (324) and the fourth feed portion (326).

[0197] In one embodiment, the electronic device (201) may include a third housing part coupled to a first side of the first housing part (210). The second housing part (220) may be coupled to a second side of the first housing part (210) opposite the first side.

[0198] In one embodiment, the third housing part may include a third conductive portion facing the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210) in a second position where the second housing part (220) is positioned on the first housing part (210) and the third housing part is positioned below the first housing part (210). The third conductive portion may include a plurality of different power supply portions. One power supply portion selected from among the plurality of different power supply portions based on the state of a plurality of different switch circuits may be electrically connected to the wireless communication circuit (390).

[0199] In one embodiment, the second conductive portion (320) connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) through the first feed portion (312) may operate as an inverted-F antenna (IFA), and the second conductive portion (320) connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) through the second feed portion (322) may operate as a loop antenna.

[0200] The effects that can be obtained from the present disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects that are not mentioned will be clearly understood by a person having ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure pertains.

[0201] Electronic devices according to the various embodiments disclosed in this document may take various forms. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, wearable devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to the embodiments disclosed in this document are not limited to the aforementioned devices.

[0202] The various embodiments of this document and the terminology used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, but should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutes of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the items, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this document, each of the phrases "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B, or C", "at least one of A, B, and C", and "at least one of A, B, or C" can include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase among those phrases, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first," "second," or "first" or "second" may be used merely to distinguish one component from another, and do not limit the components in any other respect (e.g., importance or order). When a component (e.g., a first component) is referred to as "coupled" or "connected" to another component (e.g., a second component), with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicatively," it means that the component can be connected to the other component directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0203] The term "module" used in various embodiments of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit. A module may be an integral component, or a minimum unit or part of such a component that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, a module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0204] Various embodiments of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., a program (140)) including one or more commands 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 command among the one or more commands 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 command called. The one or more commands 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.

[0205] According to one embodiment, the method according to the various 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.

[0206] According to various embodiments, each component (e.g., a module or a program) of the above-described components may include one or more entities, and some of the entities may be separated and placed in other components. According to various embodiments, one or more components or operations of the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, a plurality of components (e.g., a module or a program) may be integrated into a single component. In such a case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the plurality of components identically or similarly to those performed by the corresponding component among the plurality of components prior to the integration. According to various embodiments, the operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

Claims

1. In the electronic device (201), First housing part (210); A second housing part (220) rotatably coupled to the first housing part (210); and Includes a wireless communication circuit (390), The first housing part (210) includes a first conductive part (310) having a first power supply part (312), The second housing part (220) includes a second conductive part (320) that is aligned with the first conductive part (310) of the first housing part (210) within a first position where the second housing part (220) is placed on the first housing part (210), The second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) includes a plurality of power supply portions, The wireless communication circuit (390) is selectively connected to one of the plurality of power supply portions of the second conductive portion (320), The first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210) is configured to be connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) through the first power supply portion (312) to function as a first antenna (A1) of the electronic device (201). While the first conductive portion (310) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) to function as the first antenna (A1) of the electronic device (201), the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) is configured to be connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) through one of the plurality of feeding portions to function as the second antenna (A2) of the electronic device (201). Electronic device (201).

2. In claim 1, Includes a plurality of switch circuits (350) located in the second housing part (220), The wireless communication circuit (390) is selectively connected to one of the plurality of power supply portions of the second conductive portion (320) through the plurality of switch circuits (350). Electronic device (201).

3. In claim 1, The plurality of power supply parts of the second conductive part (320) are: A second feed portion (322) aligned with the first feed portion (312) of the first conductive portion (310) within the first position; Third power supply section (324); and Including the 4th power supply section (326), The second power supply portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is located between the third power supply portion (324) and the fourth power supply portion (326). Electronic device (201).

4. In claim 3, A plurality of switch circuits (350) positioned in the second housing part (220) and configured to switch the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) between a plurality of connection states, The plurality of connection states of the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) are: A first connection state in which the second power supply portion (322) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390), the third power supply portion (324) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201), and the fourth power supply portion (326) is electrically open; A second connection state in which the second power supply portion (322) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390), the third power supply portion (324) is electrically open, and the fourth power supply portion (326) is electrically open; A third connection state in which the second power supply portion (322) is electrically open, the third power supply portion (324) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390), and the fourth power supply portion (326) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201); A fourth connection state in which the second power supply portion (322) is electrically open, the third power supply portion (324) is electrically open, and the fourth power supply portion (326) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390); and The second power supply portion (322) is electrically open, the third power supply portion (324) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201), and the fourth power supply portion (326) includes a fifth connection state connected to the wireless communication circuit (390). While the first antenna (A1) is operating, the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) operates as the second antenna (A2) in one of the first connection state, the second connection state, the third connection state, the fourth connection state, or the fourth connection state. Electronic device (201).

5. In claim 4, The above plurality of switch circuits (350) are A first switch circuit (352) connected to the above wireless communication circuit (390); A second switch circuit (354) connected to the first switch circuit (352), the second power supply portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) and the third power supply portion (324); Including a third switch circuit (356) connected to the fourth power supply portion (326) of the first switch circuit (352) and the second conductive portion (320), Within the above first connection state: The second power supply portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) through the first switch circuit (352) and the second switch circuit (354); The third power supply portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201) through the second switch circuit (354); and The fourth power supply portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically opened through the third switch circuit (356); Within the above second connection state: The second power supply portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) through the first switch circuit (352) and the second switch circuit (354); The third power supply portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically opened through the second switch circuit (354); and The fourth power supply portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically opened through the third switch circuit (356); Within the above third connection state: The second power supply portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically opened through the second switch circuit (354); The third power supply portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) through the first switch circuit (352) and the second switch circuit (354); and The fourth power supply portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201) through the third switch circuit (356); Within the above fourth connection state: The second power supply portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically opened through the second switch circuit (354); The third power supply portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically opened through the second switch circuit (354); and The fourth power supply portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) through the first switch circuit (352) and the third switch circuit (356); Within the above fifth connection state: The second power supply portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically opened through the second switch circuit (354); The third power supply portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201) through the second switch circuit (354); and The fourth power supply portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) through the first switch circuit (352) and the third switch circuit (356). Electronic device (201).

6. In claim 3, A plurality of switch circuits (350) positioned in the second housing part (220) and configured to switch the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) between a plurality of connection states, The plurality of connection states of the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) are: A first connection state in which the second power supply portion (322) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390), the third power supply portion (324) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201), and the fourth power supply portion (326) is electrically open; A second connection state in which the second power supply portion (322) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390), the third power supply portion (324) is electrically open, and the fourth power supply portion (326) is electrically open; A third connection state in which the second power supply portion (322) is electrically open, the third power supply portion (324) is electrically open, and the fourth power supply portion (326) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390); and The second power supply part (322) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201), the third power supply part (324) is electrically open, and the fourth power supply part (326) includes a fourth connection state connected to the wireless communication circuit (390). While the first antenna (A1) is operating, the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) operates as the second antenna (A2) in one of the first connection state, the second connection state, the third connection state, the fourth connection state, or the fourth connection state. Electronic device (201).

7. In claim 6, The above plurality of switch circuits (350) are A first switch circuit (652) connected to the fourth power supply portion (326) of the wireless communication circuit (390) and the second conductive portion (320); and It includes a second switch circuit (654) connected to the first switch circuit (652), the second power supply portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) and the third power supply portion (324), Within the above first connection state: The second power supply portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) through the first switch circuit (652) and the second switch circuit (654); The third power supply portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201) through the second switch circuit (654); and The fourth power supply portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically opened through the first switch circuit (652); Within the above second connection state: The second power supply portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) through the first switch circuit (652) and the second switch circuit (654); The third power supply portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically opened through the second switch circuit (654); and The fourth power supply portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically opened through the second switch circuit (654); Within the above third connection state: The second power supply portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically opened through the second switch circuit (654); The third power supply portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically opened through the second switch circuit (654); and The fourth power supply portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) through the first switch circuit (652) and the second switch circuit (654); Within the above fourth connection state: The second power supply portion (322) of the second conductive portion (320) is electrically opened through the second switch circuit (654); The third power supply portion (324) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the ground of the electronic device (201) through the second switch circuit (654); and The fourth power supply portion (326) of the second conductive portion (320) is connected to the wireless communication circuit (390) through the first switch circuit (652) and the second switch circuit (654). Electronic device (201).

8. In any one of claims 4 to 7, At least one processor (380) comprising a processing circuit; and A memory (130) comprising one or more storage media for storing instructions, The above instructions, when individually or collectively executed by the at least one processor (380), cause the electronic device (201) to: Identify the operating frequency of the first antenna (A1); According to the identified operating frequency, one of the plurality of connection states of the second housing part (220) is determined; and Causing the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) to control the plurality of switch circuits (350) so as to have the determined connection state. Electronic device (201).

9. In claim 8, The above instructions, when individually or collectively executed by the at least one processor (380), cause the electronic device (201) to: Based on identifying that the position between the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) is the first position, the operating frequency of the first antenna (A1) is identified, Electronic device (201).

10. In any one of claims 4 to 7, At least one processor (380) comprising a processing circuit; and A memory (130) comprising one or more storage media for storing instructions, The above instructions, when individually or collectively executed by the at least one processor (380), cause the electronic device (201) to: Obtain parameters related to the performance of the second antenna (A2); Based on the acquired parameters, determining one of the plurality of connection states; and Causing the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) to control the plurality of switch circuits (350) so as to have the determined one connection state. Electronic device (201).

11. In claim 10, The above instructions, when individually or collectively executed by the at least one processor (380), cause the electronic device (201) to: Based on identifying that the position between the first housing part (210) and the second housing part (220) is a second position different from the first position, causing the parameters related to the performance of the second antenna (A2) to be acquired, Electronic device (201).

12. In any one of claims 3 to 11, The above wireless communication circuit (390): Using the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210), a first RF (radio frequency) signal within a first frequency band is received; While receiving the first RF signal, using the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) within the first connection state, a second RF signal within the first frequency band is received; Using the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210), a third RF signal within a second frequency band distinct from the first frequency band is received; and While receiving the third RF signal, the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) within the second connection state is configured to receive a fourth RF signal within the second frequency band. The frequency of the fourth RF signal is smaller than the frequency of the second RF signal. Electronic device (201).

13. In claim 11, The above wireless communication circuit (390): Using the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210), a fifth RF signal is received within a third frequency band that is distinct from the first frequency band and the second frequency band; and While receiving the fifth RF signal, the sixth RF signal within the third frequency band is configured to be received using the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) within the third connection state. The frequency of the sixth RF signal is smaller than the frequency of the fourth RF signal. Electronic device (201).

14. In claim 13, The above wireless communication circuit (390): Using the first conductive portion (310) of the first housing part (210), a seventh RF signal is received within a fourth frequency band that is distinct from the first frequency band, the second frequency band, and the third frequency band; and While receiving the seventh RF signal, the eighth RF signal within the fourth frequency band is received using the second conductive portion (320) of the second housing part (220) within the fourth connection state, The frequency of the above 8th RF signal is smaller than the frequency of the above 6th RF signal. Electronic device (201).

15. In any one of claims 1 to 14, The above wireless communication circuit (390) is configured to perform MIMO (multiple-input and multiple-output) operation using the first antenna (A1) and the second antenna (A2). Electronic device (201).

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