Sealing member and electronic device comprising same

Abstract

An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may comprise: a front frame including a first sidewall having a first through-hole; a rear frame including a second sidewall for surrounding the first sidewall of the front frame, the second sidewall being connected to the first through-hole and having a second through-hole exposed to the outside of the electronic device; a card tray that can be accommodated in the electronic device by passing through the first through-hole and the second through-hole; and a sealing member disposed between the front frame and the rear frame, and positioned to surround a portion of the outer surface of the card tray when the card tray is inserted into the first and second through-holes.

Description

Sealing member and electronic device including same

[0001] Various embodiments disclosed herein relate to a sealing member and an electronic device including the sealing member.

[0002] Thanks to remarkable advancements in information and communication technology and semiconductor technology, the proliferation and use of various electronic devices is rapidly increasing. In particular, recent electronic devices are being developed to enable portable communication.

[0003] Electronic devices can refer to devices that perform specific functions according to the programs installed on them, including home appliances, electronic notebooks, portable multimedia players, mobile communication terminals, tablet PCs, audio / video devices, desktop / laptop computers, and car navigation systems. For example, these electronic devices can output stored information as audio or video. As the integration of electronic devices increases and ultra-high-speed, high-capacity wireless communication becomes more widespread, a single electronic device, such as a mobile communication terminal, can now be equipped with various functions. For example, in addition to communication functions, entertainment functions such as games, multimedia functions such as music / video playback, communication and security functions for mobile banking, and functions such as schedule management and electronic wallets are being integrated into a single electronic device. These electronic devices are becoming smaller so that users can conveniently carry them.

[0004] An electronic device may include a card (e.g., storage medium), such as a subscriber identity module card (or user authentication module card) or a memory card. These cards may be built into the electronic device itself or configured to be easily replaced and / or added by the user. For example, the electronic device may include a removable card tray in its housing, and the card may be attached to the electronic device while positioned in the tray.

[0005] The above information may be provided as background art to aid in understanding the present disclosure. No claim or determination is made as to whether any of the above-described matters constitute prior art related to the present disclosure.

[0006] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a front frame including a first side wall having a first through hole formed therein, a rear frame including a second side wall configured to surround the first side wall of the front frame, the second side wall being connected to the first through hole and having a second through hole formed therein exposed to the outside of the electronic device, a card tray configured to penetrate the first through hole and the second through hole and be receptive within the electronic device, and a sealing member disposed between the front frame and the rear frame, the sealing member being positioned to surround a portion of an outer surface of the card tray when the card tray is inserted into the first and second through holes.

[0007] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a front frame including a first support plate and a first side wall extending along an edge of the first support plate, a rear frame configured to surround the front frame, the rear frame including a second support plate and a second side wall extending along an edge of the second support plate, a card tray configured to be received within the electronic device, and a sealing structure for sealing the card tray. The sealing structure may include a first through hole formed in the first side wall, a second through hole formed in the second side wall connected to the first through hole and exposed to the outside of the electronic device, and a sealing member disposed between the first side wall and the second side wall along edges of the first through hole and the second through hole.

[0008] However, the problem to be solved in this disclosure is not limited to the problem mentioned above, and may be determined in various ways without departing from the spirit and scope of this disclosure.

[0009] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to one embodiment disclosed in this document.

[0010] FIG. 2 is a perspective view looking toward the front of an electronic device according to one embodiment disclosed in this document.

[0011] FIG. 3 is a perspective view looking toward the rear of an electronic device according to one embodiment disclosed in this document.

[0012] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device viewed from the front according to one embodiment disclosed in this document.

[0013] FIG. 5 is an exploded perspective view of the rear of an electronic device according to one embodiment disclosed in this document.

[0014] FIG. 6 is a drawing showing a front frame of an electronic device and a sealing member coupled to the front frame, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0015] FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing a portion of a sealing member coupled to the front frame of FIG. 6 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0016] FIG. 8 is a perspective view of a sealing member disposed between a front frame and a rear frame of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0017] FIG. 9 is a drawing showing one side of a sealing member according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0018] FIG. 10 is a side view of a sealing member according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0019] FIG. 11 is a drawing showing the other surface of a sealing member according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0020] FIG. 12 is a cross-sectional view of the sealing member of FIG. 9 taken along the line AA' according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] FIG. 13 is a cross-sectional view showing a sealing member accommodated in an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0022] FIG. 14 is a drawing showing an assembly sequence of a card tray sealing structure including a sealing member according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0023] Figure 15a is a perspective view showing a card tray accommodated within a typical electronic device.

[0024] FIG. 15b is a projection view illustrating a card tray accommodated within an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0025] FIG. 16 is a drawing showing a sealing member arranged on one side of a front frame according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0026] The following description refers to the attached drawings, and specific examples of implementations are illustrated within the drawings. Furthermore, other examples may be utilized and structural changes may be made without departing from the scope of the various examples.

[0027] Electronic devices according to the 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.

[0028] The embodiments and terminology used in this document are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, but should be understood to encompass various modifications, equivalents, or alternatives of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used to refer to 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.

[0029] In this document, phrases such as "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 each include any one of the items listed together in that phrase, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first", "second", or "first" or "second" may be used merely to distinguish the corresponding component from other corresponding components and do not limit the corresponding components in any other respect (e.g., importance or order). When a component (e.g., a first) is referred to as "coupled" or "connected" to another component (e.g., a second) 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.

[0030] 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).

[0031] According to one embodiment, each component (e.g., a module or a program) of the above-described components may include one or more entities, and some of the entities may be separated and arranged in other components. According to one embodiment, one or more components or operations of the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, a plurality of components (e.g., a module or a program) may be integrated into a single component. In this case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the plurality of components identically or similarly to those performed by the corresponding component among the plurality of components prior to the integration. According to one embodiment, the operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

[0032] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to one embodiment disclosed in this document.

[0033] 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 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 one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may have at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (178)) omitted, or one or more other components added. In one embodiment, some of these components (e.g., the sensor module (176), the camera module (180), or the antenna module (197)) may be integrated into one component (e.g., the display module (160)).

[0034] The processor (120) may, for example, execute software (e.g., a program (140)) to control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) and perform various data processing or calculations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or calculations, the processor (120) may store commands or data received from other components (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the commands or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store result data in a non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or a secondary processor (123) (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor)) that can operate independently or together therewith. For example, if the electronic device (101) includes a main processor (121) and a secondary processor (123), the secondary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a specified function. The secondary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

[0035] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least a portion of functions or states associated with at least one component (e.g., a display module (160), a sensor module (176), or a communication module (190)) of the electronic device (101), for example, on behalf of the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as a part of another functionally related component (e.g., a camera module (180) or a communication module (190)). In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. The artificial intelligence models may be generated through machine learning. This learning can be performed, for example, in the electronic device (101) itself where artificial intelligence is performed, or can be performed through a separate server (e.g., server (108)). The learning algorithm can include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but is not limited to the examples described above. The artificial intelligence model can include multiple artificial neural network layers.The artificial neural network may be one of a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recurrent neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), a deep Q-network, or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to, or alternatively to, a hardware structure, an artificial intelligence model may include a software structure.

[0036] 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).

[0037] 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).

[0038] 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).

[0039] The audio output module (155) can output audio signals to the outside of the electronic device (101). The audio output module (155) can include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. In one embodiment, the receiver can be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of the speaker.

[0040] The display module (160) can visually provide information to an external device (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The display module (160) may include, for example, a display, a hall area program device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling the device. In one embodiment, the display module (160) may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of a force generated by the touch.

[0041] 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).

[0042] 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.

[0043] 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.

[0044] 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).

[0045] A haptic module (179) can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimuli (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimuli that a user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic sensations. In one embodiment, the haptic module (179) can include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

[0046] 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.

[0047] The power management module (188) can manage power supplied to the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the power management module (188) can be implemented, for example, as at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0048] 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.

[0049] The communication module (190) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102), electronic device (104), or server (108)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (190) may operate independently from the processor (120) (e.g., application processor) and may include one or more communication processors that support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module (190) may include a wireless communication module (192) (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module (194) (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module can communicate with an external electronic device (104) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range communication network such as a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). These various types of communication modules can be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module (192) can verify or authenticate the electronic device (101) within a communication network such as the first network (198) or the second network (199) by using subscriber information (e.g., an international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (196).

[0050] The wireless communication module (192) can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies following the 4G network, such as NR access technology (new radio access technology). The NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), minimization of terminal power and connection of multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine type communications)), or high reliability and low latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications)). The wireless communication module (192) can support, for example, a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave band) to achieve a high data transmission rate. The wireless communication module (192) can support various technologies for securing performance in a high-frequency band, such as beamforming, massive multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), full dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna. The wireless communication module (192) can support various requirements specified in the electronic device (101), an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (104)), or a network system (e.g., the second network (199)). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module (192) can support a peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for eMBB realization, a loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for mMTC realization, or a U-plane latency (e.g., 0.5 ms or less for downlink (DL) and uplink (UL), or 1 ms or less for round trip) for URLLC realization.

[0051] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as the first network (198) or the second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, for example, by the communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device via the selected at least one antenna. In one embodiment, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).

[0052] In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. In one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent a first 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.

[0053] 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)).

[0054] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (104) via a server (108) connected to a second network (199). Each of the external electronic devices (102 or 104) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations executed in the electronic device (101) may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices (102, 104, or 108). For example, when the electronic device (101) is to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (101) may, instead of or in addition to executing the function or service itself, request one or more external electronic devices to perform the function or at least a part of the service. One or more external electronic devices that receive the request may execute at least a portion of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device (101). The electronic device (101) may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least a portion of a response to the request. For this purpose, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used, for example. The electronic device (101) may provide an ultra-low latency service by using distributed computing or mobile edge computing, for example. In one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (108) may be an intelligent server using machine learning and / or a neural network. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) or the server (108) may be included in the second network (199).The electronic device (101) can be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0055] FIG. 2 is a perspective view looking toward the front of an electronic device according to one embodiment disclosed in this document.

[0056] FIG. 3 is a perspective view looking toward the rear of an electronic device according to one embodiment disclosed in this document.

[0057] The components of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 2 and 3 may be partially or completely identical to the components of the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1.

[0058] Referring to FIGS. 2 and 3, an electronic device (101) according to one embodiment (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) may include a housing (110) that includes a first side (or front side) (110A), a second side (or back side) (110B), and a side surface (110C) that surrounds a space between the first side (110A) and the second side (110B). In one embodiment (not shown), the housing (110) may also refer to a structure that forms a portion of the first side (110A) of FIG. 2, the second side (110B) of FIG. 3, and the side surface (110C).

[0059] In one embodiment, the first side (110A) may be formed by a front plate (111a) that is at least partially substantially transparent (e.g., a glass plate or a polymer plate including various coating layers). The second side (110B) may be formed by a substantially opaque back plate (111b). The back plate (111b) may be formed by, for example, coated or colored glass, ceramic, polymer, metal (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel (STS), or magnesium), or a combination of at least two of the foregoing materials. The side surface (110C) may be formed by a side structure (or “side bezel structure”) (118) that is joined to the front plate (111a) and the back plate (111b) and includes a metal and / or a polymer. In one embodiment, the back plate (111b) and the side structure (118) may be formed integrally and include the same material (e.g., a metal material such as aluminum).

[0060] In one embodiment, the front plate (111a) may include a seamlessly extending region(s) that is curved toward the back plate (111b) at least along a portion of an edge. For example, the front plate (111a) (or the back plate (111b)) may include only one of the curved extending regions toward the back plate (111b) (or the front plate (111a)) at one edge of the first surface (110A). In one embodiment, the front plate (111a) or the back plate (111b) may be substantially flat, in which case it may not include a curved extending region. When the front plate (111a) or the back plate (111b) includes a curved extending region, the thickness of the electronic device (101) in the portion that includes the curved extending region may be smaller than that of the other portions.

[0061] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include at least one of a display (115), an audio module (e.g., a microphone hole (103), an external speaker hole (107), a call receiver hole (114)), a sensor module (e.g., a first sensor module (116), a second sensor module (not shown), a third sensor module (119)), a camera module (e.g., a first camera device (105), a second camera device (112), a flash (113)), a key input device (117), a light-emitting element (106), and a connector hole (e.g., a first connector hole (109a), a second connector hole (109b)). In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may omit at least one of the components (e.g., the key input device (117) or the light-emitting element (106)) or may additionally include another component.

[0062] The display (115) may output a screen or be visually exposed, for example, through a significant portion of the first surface (110A) (e.g., the front plate (111a)). In one embodiment, at least a portion of the display (115) may be visually exposed through the front plate (111a) forming the first surface (110A) or through a portion of the side surface (110C). In one embodiment, the edge of the display (115) may be formed to be substantially the same as the adjacent outer shape of the front plate (111a). In one embodiment (not shown), in order to expand the area in which the display (115) is visually exposed, the gap between the outer edge of the display (115) and the outer edge of the front plate (111a) may be formed to be substantially the same.

[0063] According to one embodiment, a recess or opening may be formed in a part of a screen display area of ​​the display (115), and at least one of an audio module (e.g., a call receiver hole (114)), a sensor module (e.g., a first sensor module (116)), a camera module (e.g., a first camera device (105)), and a light-emitting element (106) may be included aligned with the recess or opening. In one embodiment (not shown), at least one of an audio module (e.g., a call receiver hole (114)), a sensor module (e.g., a first sensor module (116)), a camera module (e.g., a first camera device (105)), a fingerprint sensor (not shown), and a light-emitting element (106) may be included on a back surface of the screen display area of ​​the display (115). In one embodiment (not shown), the display (115) may be coupled to or disposed adjacent to a touch sensing circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the intensity (pressure) of a touch, and / or a digitizer that detects a magnetic field-type stylus pen.

[0064] According to one embodiment, the audio module (103, 107, 114) may include a microphone hole (103) and a speaker hole (e.g., an external speaker hole (107), a call receiver hole (114)). The microphone hole (103) may have a microphone disposed therein for acquiring external sound, and in one embodiment, multiple microphones may be disposed so as to detect the direction of the sound. The speaker hole may include an external speaker hole (107) and a call receiver hole (114). In one embodiment, the speaker hole (e.g., an external speaker hole (107), a call receiver hole (114)) and the microphone hole (103) may be implemented as a single hole, or a speaker may be included (e.g., a piezo speaker) without a speaker hole (e.g., an external speaker hole (107), a call receiver hole (114)).

[0065] According to one embodiment, the sensor module may generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to an internal operating state of the electronic device (101) or an external environmental state. The sensor module may include, for example, a first sensor module (116) (e.g., a proximity sensor) and / or a second sensor module (not shown) (e.g., a fingerprint sensor) disposed on a first surface (110A) of the housing (110), and / or a third sensor module (119) disposed on a second surface (110B) of the housing (110). The second sensor module (not shown) (e.g., a fingerprint sensor) may be disposed on not only the first surface (110A) (e.g., the display (115)) of the housing (110), but also the second surface (110B) or the side surface (110C). The electronic device (101) may further include, for example, at least one of a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an infrared (IR) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor (104).

[0066] According to one embodiment, the camera module may include a first camera device (105) disposed on a first side (110A) of the electronic device (101), a second camera device (112) disposed on a second side (110B), and / or a flash (113). The camera devices (e.g., the first camera device (105), the second camera device (112)) may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, and / or an image signal processor. The flash (113) may include, for example, a light emitting diode or a xenon lamp. In one embodiment, one or more lenses (an infrared camera, a wide-angle lens, and a telephoto lens) and image sensors may be disposed on one side of the electronic device (101). In one embodiment, the flash (113) may emit infrared light, and the infrared light emitted by the flash (113) and reflected by the subject may be received through the third sensor module (119). The electronic device (101) or a processor of the electronic device (101) (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1) may detect depth information of the subject based on the point in time when the infrared light is received by the third sensor module (119).

[0067] According to one embodiment, the key input device (117) may be disposed on a side surface (110C) of the housing (110). In one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may not include some or all of the above-mentioned key input devices (117), and the key input devices (117) that are not included may be implemented in other forms, such as soft keys, on the display (115). In one embodiment, the key input device may include a sensor module disposed on a second surface (110B) of the housing (110).

[0068] In one embodiment, the light-emitting element (106) may be disposed, for example, on the first surface (110A) of the housing (110). The light-emitting element (106) may provide, for example, status information of the electronic device (101) in the form of light. In one embodiment, the light-emitting element (106) may provide a light source that is linked to the operation of, for example, a camera module (e.g., the first camera device (105)). The light-emitting element (106) may include, for example, an LED, an IR LED, and a xenon lamp.

[0069] According to one embodiment, the connector hole (e.g., the first connector hole (109a), the second connector hole (109b)) may include a first connector hole (109a) that can accommodate a connector (e.g., a USB connector) for transmitting and receiving power and / or data with an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (1002) of FIG. 1), and / or a second connector hole (e.g., an earphone jack) (109) that can accommodate a connector for transmitting and receiving audio signals with the external electronic device.

[0070] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device viewed from the front according to one embodiment disclosed in this document.

[0071] FIG. 5 is an exploded perspective view of the rear of an electronic device according to one embodiment disclosed in this document.

[0072] The components of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 4 and 5 may be partially or completely identical to the components of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 to 3.

[0073] Referring to FIGS. 4 and 5, the electronic device (101) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1, FIG. 2 or FIG. 3) may include a front frame (210), a rear frame (270), a front plate (220) (e.g., the front plate (111a) of FIG. 2), a display (230) (e.g., the display (115) of FIGS. 2 and 3), a printed circuit board (or board assembly) (240), a battery (250), a first support member (260) (e.g., a rear case), an antenna, a camera assembly (207) and a rear plate (280) (e.g., the rear plate (111b) of FIG. 3).

[0074] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may omit at least one of the components (e.g., the first support member (260)) or additionally include another component. At least one of the components of the electronic device (101) may be identical or similar to at least one of the components of the electronic device (101) of FIG. 2 or FIG. 3, and any redundant description will be omitted below.

[0075] According to one embodiment, the front frame (210) may include a first support plate (211) and a first side wall (212) extending along an edge of the first support plate (211). The first support plate (211) may be disposed inside the electronic device (101) and connected to the first side wall (212), or may be formed integrally with the first side wall (212). The first support plate (211) may be formed of, for example, a metallic material and / or a non-metallic (e.g., a polymer) material. The first support plate (211) may have a display (230) coupled to one surface and a printed circuit board (240) coupled to the other surface.

[0076] According to one embodiment, the rear frame (270) may be formed to cover at least a portion of the front frame (210). The rear frame (270) may include a second support plate (271) and a second side wall (272) extending along an edge of the second support plate (271). The second support plate (271) may be disposed along an outer surface of the first support plate (211) and formed to surround at least a portion of the first support plate (211). The second side wall (272) may be disposed along an outer surface of the first side wall (212) and formed to surround at least a portion of the first side wall (212).

[0077] According to one embodiment, the second support plate (271) may be disposed within the electronic device (101) and connected to the second side wall (272), or may be formed integrally with the second side wall (272). The second support plate (271) may be formed of, for example, a metallic material and / or a non-metallic (e.g., polymer) material. When formed at least partially of a metallic material, the second support plate (271) or a portion of the second side wall (272) may function as an antenna.

[0078] According to one embodiment, the printed circuit board (240) may be equipped with a processor (e.g., processor (120) of FIG. 1), memory (e.g., memory (130) of FIG. 1), and / or an interface (e.g., interface (177) of FIG. 1). The processor may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphics processing unit, an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor.

[0079] In one embodiment, the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270) may be combined and referred to as a housing (201). In one embodiment, the front frame (210) in which the first support plate (211) and the first side wall (212) are combined may be referred to as a front case, a front bracket, or a front housing. In one embodiment, the rear frame (270) in which the second support plate (271) and the second side wall (272) are combined may be referred to as a rear case, a rear bracket, or a rear housing.

[0080] In one embodiment, the housing (201) may be understood as a structure for generally accommodating, protecting, or positioning a printed circuit board (240) or a battery (250). In one embodiment, the housing (201) may be understood as including structures that are visually or tactilely perceptible to a user on the exterior of the electronic device (101), such as a second side wall (272), a front plate (220), and / or a rear plate (280).

[0081] In one embodiment, the 'front or rear' of the housing (201) may mean the first side (110A) of FIG. 2 or the second side (110B) of FIG. 3. In one embodiment, the first support plate (211) and / or the second support plate (271) are disposed between the front plate (220) (e.g., the first side (110A) of FIG. 2) and the rear plate (280) (e.g., the second side (110B) of FIG. 3), and may function as a structure for arranging electrical / electronic components such as a printed circuit board (240) or a camera assembly (207).

[0082] According to one embodiment, the display (230) may include a display panel (231) and a flexible printed circuit board (233) extending from the display panel (231). The flexible printed circuit board (233) may be understood to be electrically connected to the display panel (231) while being disposed, for example, at least partially on the rear surface of the display panel (231). In one embodiment, reference numeral '231' may be understood to be a protective sheet disposed on the rear surface of the display panel. For example, unless otherwise specified in the following detailed description, the protective sheet may be understood to be a part of the display panel (231). In one embodiment, the protective sheet may function as a buffer structure (e.g., a low-density elastomer such as a sponge) that absorbs external force or an electromagnetic shielding structure (e.g., a copper sheet (CU sheet)). According to one embodiment, the display (230) may be disposed on the inner surface of the front plate (220) and may output a screen through at least a portion of the first surface (110A) or the front plate (220) of FIG. 2 by including a light-emitting layer. As mentioned above, the display (230) may output a screen through substantially the entire area of ​​the first surface (110A) or the front plate (220) of FIG. 2.

[0083] According to one embodiment, the memory may include, for example, volatile memory or non-volatile memory.

[0084] According to one embodiment, the interface may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, and / or an audio interface. The interface may electrically or physically connect the electronic device (101) to an external electronic device, for example, and may include a USB connector, an SD card / MMC connector, or an audio connector.

[0085] According to one embodiment, the first support member (260) may include, for example, an upper support member (260a) and a lower support member (260b). In one embodiment, the upper support member (260a) may be arranged to surround a printed circuit board (240) together with a portion of the first support plate (211). A circuit device implemented in the form of an integrated circuit chip (e.g., a processor, a communication module, or a memory) or various electrical / electronic components may be arranged on the printed circuit board (240), and according to an embodiment, the printed circuit board (240) may be provided with an electromagnetic shielding environment from the upper support member (260a). In one embodiment, the lower support member (260b) may be utilized as a structure on which electrical / electronic components such as a speaker module, an interface (e.g., a USB connector, an SD card / MMC connector, or an audio connector) may be arranged. In one embodiment, electrical / electronic components such as a speaker module, an interface (e.g., a USB connector, an SD card / MMC connector, or an audio connector) may be arranged on an additional printed circuit board (not shown). In this case, the lower support member (260b) may be arranged to surround the additional printed circuit board together with another part of the first support plate (211). The speaker module or interface arranged on the additional printed circuit board (not shown) or the lower support member (260b) may be arranged corresponding to the audio module (e.g., the microphone hole (103) or the speaker hole (e.g., the external speaker hole (107), the call receiver hole (114))) or the connector hole (e.g., the first connector hole (109a), the second connector hole (109b)) of FIG. 2.

[0086] According to one embodiment, the battery (250) is a device for supplying power to at least one component of the electronic device (101), 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 (250) may be disposed substantially on the same plane as, for example, the printed circuit board (240). The battery (250) may be disposed integrally within the electronic device (101), or may be disposed detachably from the electronic device (101).

[0087] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may further include a separate sub-circuit board (290) spaced apart from the printed circuit board (240) within the first support plate (211). The sub-circuit board (290) may be electrically connected to the printed circuit board (240) via a connecting member such as a flexible substrate or a cable. The sub-circuit board (290) may be electrically connected to electrical components disposed in an end area of ​​the electronic device (101), such as a battery (250) or a speaker, a USB connector, an antenna connector, and / or a SIM socket, to transmit signals and power.

[0088] Although not shown, the antenna may include a conductive pattern implemented on the surface of the first support member (260), for example, through a laser direct structuring process. In one embodiment, the antenna may include a printed circuit pattern formed on the surface of a thin film, and the thin film-type antenna may be disposed between the back plate (280) and the battery (250). The antenna may include, for example, a near field communication (NFC) antenna, a wireless charging antenna, and / or a magnetic secure transmission (MST) antenna. The antenna may, for example, perform short-range communication with an external device or wirelessly transmit and receive power required for charging. In one embodiment, another antenna structure may be formed by the first side wall (212) and / or a portion or combination of the first support plate (211).

[0089] In one embodiment, the camera assembly (207) may include at least one camera module. Within the electronic device (101), the camera assembly (207) may receive at least a portion of light incident through an optical hole or camera window (213, 214, 219). In one embodiment, the camera assembly (207) may be disposed on the first support plate (211) at a location adjacent to the printed circuit board (240). In one embodiment, the camera module(s) of the camera assembly (207) may be generally aligned with one of the camera windows (213, 214, 219) and may be at least partially wrapped around the first support member (260) (e.g., the upper support member (260a)).

[0090] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) includes a card tray (300) and / or a socket (not shown), so that a user can replace or add a storage medium such as a user subscriber identity module card or a memory card as needed.

[0091] According to one embodiment, the card tray (300) provides a space and / or structure capable of accommodating at least one card (e.g., storage medium) and can be detachably accommodated in the housing (201). For example, the card tray (300) can be inserted into or detached from an opening (e.g., first through hole (217), second through hole (277)) provided to penetrate a side surface of the housing (201). For example, the card tray (300) can accommodate at least one card (e.g., storage medium), and the term “card” can include a memory card such as an SD card or a subscriber identification module (SIM) card.

[0092] In one embodiment, the socket may be disposed within the housing (201) to receive and / or secure at least a portion of the card tray (300). The socket may be mounted on the printed circuit board (240) and electrically connected to at least a portion of electrical / electronic components disposed on the printed circuit board (240). For example, a card (e.g., a storage medium) disposed on the card tray (300) may be electrically connected to the socket and / or to the printed circuit board (240) through the socket.

[0093] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a sealing member (400) to seal (or seal) a gap between an opening (e.g., a first through hole (217), a second through hole (277)) formed to penetrate the card tray (300) and the housing (201) when the card tray (300) is inserted into the housing (201). The configuration and associated arrangement of the sealing member (400) will be described in more detail in the drawings below.

[0094] FIG. 6 is a drawing showing a front frame of an electronic device and a sealing member coupled to the front frame, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0095] FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing a portion of a sealing member coupled to the front frame of FIG. 6 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0096] Referring to FIGS. 6 and 7, the electronic device (101) may include a front frame (210), a rear frame (e.g., the rear frame (270) of FIGS. 4 and 5), and a sealing member (400) disposed between the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270).

[0097] The configuration of the front frame (210) and the sealing member (400) of FIGS. 6 and 7 may be partially or entirely identical to the configuration of the front frame (210) and the sealing member (400) of FIGS. 2 to 5.

[0098] The embodiments of FIGS. 6 and 7 can be optionally combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 5 and the embodiments of FIGS. 8 to 16.

[0099] According to one embodiment, the front frame (210) may include a first support plate (211) and a first side wall (212) extending along an edge of the first support plate (211). The first support plate (211) may be a structure extending in the XY plane, and the first side wall (212) may be a structure extending in the +Z-axis direction and / or the -Z-axis direction substantially perpendicular to the XY plane.

[0100] According to one embodiment, the first support plate (211) of the front frame (210) can provide a space for accommodating a plurality of electronic components. The first support plate (211) can include a storage space (S) in which a card tray (e.g., the card tray (300) of FIGS. 4 and 5) can be stored. The storage space (S) can be a portion of a space between the first support plate (211) and the second support plate (271) of the rear frame (270). The storage space (S) can be arranged adjacent to the first side wall (212) (or the second side wall (272) of the rear frame (270)) so that the card tray (300) can be easily inserted or removed from the outside. The storage space (S) may be formed as a concave recess structure on the inside of the first support plate (211) in consideration of the size (e.g., area) of the card and / or the card tray (300) that accommodates the card.

[0101] According to one embodiment, the operation (or moved state) in which at least a portion of the card tray (300) moves into the housing (201) may be referred to as one of an operation (or inserted state) in which the card tray (300) is inserted, an operation (or inserted state) in which it is inserted, or an operation (or stored state) in which it is stored. According to one embodiment, the operation (or moved state) in which at least a portion of the card tray (300) moves out of the housing (201) may be referred to as one of an operation (or separated state) in which the card tray (300) is separated, an operation (or ejected state) in which it is ejected, or an operation (or ejected state) in which it is pulled out.

[0102] According to one embodiment, a first side wall (212) of the front frame (210) may be formed with a first through hole (217) (or opening). The first through hole (217) may be a passage through which the card tray (300) may move and may be positioned adjacent to the storage space (S). The first through hole (217) may have a size corresponding to the size of the card tray (300) so that the card tray (300) may be easily moved. For example, when the card tray (300) moves in the longitudinal direction (e.g., X-axis direction), the first through hole (217) may be formed with a size corresponding to (e.g., substantially larger than) the width (depth) and thickness (height) of a portion of the card tray (300) (e.g., a portion accommodated in the storage space (S)).

[0103] According to one embodiment, the first side wall (212) of the front frame (210) may include a seating portion (215) for seating the sealing member (400). The seating portion (215) may be arranged adjacent to the storage space (S) and the first through hole (217). For example, the seating portion (215) may be formed to surround a peripheral area of ​​the first through hole (217). For example, the sealing member (400) and the storage space (S) may be arranged to face each other with the seating portion (215) therebetween.

[0104] According to one embodiment, the mounting portion (215) may include a first mounting surface (215a) on which the sealing member (400) is substantially mounted, and a second mounting surface (215b) opposite to the first mounting surface (215a). In addition to the area (or area where the sealing member (400) is mounted, the mounting portion (215) may have a pin hole (217a) formed therein for inserting a card pin (e.g., a SIM pin). The first mounting surface (215a) may face the sealing member (400), and the second mounting surface (215b) may face the storage space (S).

[0105] According to one embodiment, the seating portion (215) may form a concave recessed structure inwardly (e.g., toward the storage space (S) of the front frame (210)) compared to other portions of the first side wall (212). For example, the first thickness (d1) of the seating portion (215) may be smaller than the second thickness (d2) of other portions of the first side wall (212). The third thickness (d3) of the recessed structure may have a difference between the second thickness (d3) and the first thickness (d1).

[0106] According to one embodiment, the fourth thickness (d4) of the sealing member (400) may be greater than or equal to the third thickness (d3) of the recess structure. For example, the sealing member (400) may be positioned between the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270) while being seated on the first seating surface (215a). Considering the elastic material of the sealing member (400), since the sealing member (400) has a fourth thickness (d4) greater than or equal to the third thickness (d3), when the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270) are assembled, the sealing member (400) may be mounted in a manner in which it is pressed (or pressed) by the rear frame (270). Accordingly, the waterproof / dustproof performance related to the opening (e.g., the first through hole (217), the second through hole (277)) of the electronic device (101) and the card tray (300) can be increased.

[0107] According to one embodiment, the sealing member (400) may be mounted on the mounting portion (215) of the first side wall (212). The sealing member (400) may include an elastic material. For example, the sealing member (400) may include an elastic material such as rubber, silicone, urethane, elastomer, spandex, or foam.

[0108] In one embodiment, the sealing member (400) may have a closed loop shape. For example, the sealing member (400) may be formed to have a size corresponding to (e.g., substantially larger than) the width and thickness (height) of the card tray (300). For example, the sealing member (400) may be formed as a ring having a substantially square shape to correspond to the side (or cross-sectional) shape of the card tray (300).

[0109] According to one embodiment, the sealing member (400) may be formed to correspond to the shape of the first through-hole (217). The sealing member (400) may be disposed on the first mounting surface (215a) of the first side wall (212) along a periphery (e.g., a circumference or an edge) of the first through-hole (217) and may form a part of the through-hole (e.g., an opening) of the housing (201) through which the card tray (300) moves. For example, the first through-hole (217) of the front frame (210), the second through-hole (277) of the rear frame (270), and the third through-hole (401) of the sealing member (400) may be combined to form a through-hole of the housing (201) through which the card tray (300) moves.

[0110] Below, the specific shape of the sealing member (400) will be described.

[0111] FIG. 8 is a perspective view of a sealing member disposed between a front frame and a rear frame of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0112] FIG. 9 is a drawing showing one side of a sealing member according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0113] FIG. 10 is a side view of a sealing member according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0114] FIG. 11 is a drawing showing the other surface of a sealing member according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0115] FIG. 12 is a cross-sectional view of the sealing member of FIG. 9 taken along the line AA' according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0116] Referring to FIGS. 8 to 12, the electronic device (101) may include a front frame (e.g., the front frame (210) of FIGS. 4 and 5), a rear frame (e.g., the rear frame (270) of FIGS. 4 and 5), and a sealing member (400) disposed between the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270).

[0117] The configuration of the sealing member (400) of FIGS. 8 to 12 may be partially or entirely identical to the configuration of the sealing member (400) of FIGS. 2 to 7.

[0118] The embodiments of FIGS. 8 to 12 can be optionally combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 7 and the embodiments of FIGS. 13 to 16.

[0119] According to one embodiment, the sealing member (400) may be fixed within the electronic device (101) by being coupled to the rear frame (270) while being placed on the mounting portion (215) of the front frame (210). The sealing member (400) may provide a third through hole (401) through which the card tray (300) is inserted or discharged, together with a first through hole (217) formed in the first side wall (212) and a second through hole (277) formed in the second side wall (272). For example, the sealing member (400) may have a closed loop shape, with the third through hole (401) formed inward. Since the third through hole (401) is arranged between the first through hole (217) and the second through hole (277), the first through hole (217), the third through hole (401), and the second through hole (277) can be arranged sequentially from the inside of the housing (201) (or the electronic device (101)). The first through hole (217), the third through hole (401), and the second through hole (277) can be connected to each other to form a through hole (e.g., a conduit) through which the card tray (300) is inserted or discharged.

[0120] According to one embodiment, the sealing member (400) may include a plurality of protruding portions (e.g., a first elastic portion (410) and a second elastic portion (420)). The sealing member (400) may stably fix the card tray (300) inserted into the through hole of the housing (201) and may be formed to wrap around the card tray (300), thereby improving the waterproof / dustproof performance of the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, since the sealing member (400) is stably positioned within the housing (201), it may not be separated from the electronic device (101) when the card tray (300) is separated from the housing (201).

[0121] According to one embodiment, the sealing member (400) may include a base portion (430), a first elastic portion (410) extending from the base portion (430) in a first direction (+P), and a second elastic portion (420) extending from the base portion (430) in a second direction (-P) intersecting the first direction (+P). The second direction (-P) may form various angles within 180 degrees with respect to the first direction (+P). For example, the second direction (-P) may form an obtuse angle or an acute angle with respect to the first direction (+P). For example, the second direction (-P) may be substantially perpendicular with respect to the first direction (+P). When the sealing member (400) is mounted on the mounting portion (215) of the front frame (210), the first direction (+P) may be defined as a direction toward the third through hole (401) (or the first through hole (217), the second through hole (277)), and the second direction (-P) may be defined as a direction toward the rear frame (270) (or the outer direction of the electronic device (101)).

[0122] According to one embodiment, the base portion (430) of the sealing member (400) is a plate-shaped portion having a hole (e.g., a third through hole (401)) formed in the center portion, and may include an adhesive surface (431) arranged to face the front frame (210) and an outer surface (432) arranged to face the rear frame (270).

[0123] According to one embodiment, an adhesive member (500) may be disposed on the adhesive surface (431) of the base portion (430). The adhesive surface (431) of the base portion (430) forms a flat surface, and the adhesive member (500) is disposed on the adhesive surface (431) to adhere (e.g., fix) the sealing member (400) to the first mounting surface (215a) of the front frame (210). The adhesive member (500) may be formed in a closed loop shape corresponding to the adhesive surface (431). The adhesive member (500) may be various materials, such as tape or bonding, for fixing the sealing member (400) to the first side wall (212) of the front frame (210).

[0124] According to one embodiment, the first elastic portion (410) may be formed to press the outer surface of the card tray (300) inserted into a through hole (e.g., the first through hole (217) of the front frame (210), the second through hole (277) of the rear frame (270), and the third through hole (401)) of the housing (201) (or the electronic device (101)). The first elastic portion (410) may protrude toward the through holes (e.g., the first, second, and third through holes (217, 277, 401)). The first elastic portion (410) may have a protrusion shape. The first elastic portion (410) may have a closed loop shape formed to substantially surround the third through hole (401).

[0125] According to one embodiment, a portion of the first elastic portion (410) may include a curved surface (or an inclined surface) extending from the base portion (430) toward a through hole (e.g., a first through hole (217) of the front frame (210), a second through hole (277) of the rear frame (270), and a third through hole (401)) of the housing (201) (or the electronic device (101)). For example, when viewed in cross section (see FIG. 12), a portion of the first elastic portion (410) may include an embossed, semicircular, or triangular pyramidal shape. An end of the first elastic portion (410) may be formed to be curved so as to minimize a surface that comes into contact with the card tray (300) when the card tray (300) moves into the through hole (e.g., when inserted or removed), thereby providing smooth movement.

[0126] According to one embodiment, a case where the sealing member (400) is disposed on the housing (201) will be considered and described (e.g., see FIGS. 12 and 13). The first elastic portion (410) may have a substantially square loop shape and may include a protruding portion (410a) facing the third through hole (401), a first side portion (410b) extending from the protruding portion (410a) toward the base (430) (e.g., toward the front frame (210) and / or the rear frame (270), and a second side portion (410c). At least a portion of the first side portion (410b) and the second side portion (410c) may be inclined or arranged in parallel. The edges of the above-described portions of the first elastic portion (410) may form a curved surface. For example, the boundary between the protruding portion (410a) and the first and second side portions (410b, 410c) can be formed to be curved.

[0127] According to one embodiment, when the card tray (300) is disposed in the housing (e.g., the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270)), at least a portion of the first elastic portion (410) may be visible. For example, when the card tray (300) is disposed in the housing (e.g., the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270)), and the second through hole (277) (or the first through hole (217)) of the rear frame (270) is viewed, the first elastic portion (410) may be exposed along a periphery (e.g., a circumference, or an edge) of the second through hole (277).

[0128] According to one embodiment, the second elastic portion (420) may extend from an edge portion of the front frame (210) adjacent to a periphery (e.g., a circumference or edge) of the first through hole (217) (or the second through hole (277) of the rear frame (270)) and protrude toward the rear frame (270). The second elastic portion (420) may extend from an outer surface (432) of the base portion (430). The second elastic portion (420) may have a protrusion shape. The second elastic portion (420) may be formed in a closed loop shape corresponding to a portion of the outer surface (432).

[0129] According to one embodiment, a portion of the second elastic portion (420) may include a curved surface (or inclined surface) extending from the base portion (430) toward the rear frame (270). For example, a portion of the second elastic portion (420) may include an embossed or semicircular shape. The end of the second elastic portion (420) may be formed to be curved, thereby minimizing the contact surface and inducing easy coupling when the rear frame (270) is coupled (assembled) onto the front frame (210).

[0130] According to one embodiment, a case where the sealing member (400) is disposed on the housing (201) will be considered and described (e.g., see FIGS. 12 and 13). The second elastic portion (420) may have a substantially square loop shape and include a front portion (420a) facing the front direction (e.g., the +Z-axis direction of FIG. 13), a side portion (420b) extending from the front portion (420a) toward the rear direction (e.g., the -Z-axis direction of FIG. 13), and a rear portion (420c) extending from the side portion (420b) and facing the rear direction (e.g., the -Z-axis direction of FIG. 13). The edges of the above-described portions of the second elastic portion (420) may form a curved surface. For example, the boundary portion between the front portion (420a), the side portion (420b), and the rear portion (420c) may be formed to be curved.

[0131] According to one embodiment, the sealing member (400) may be named as at least one of a sealing member, an impact-absorbing member, a cushioning member, a buffer member or a damping element, an edge member, a guide member, a closure member, a packing member, or a waterproof member, and the expression of the member may be replaced with at least one of an element, a part, a portion, or a component.

[0132] Below, the structure of the sealing member (400) placed between the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270) is described.

[0133] FIG. 13 is a cross-sectional view showing a sealing member accommodated in an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0134] FIG. 14 is a drawing showing an assembly sequence of a card tray sealing structure including a sealing member according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0135] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 14, the electronic device (101) may include a front frame (210), a rear frame (270), and a sealing member (400) disposed between the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270).

[0136] The configuration of the sealing member (400) of FIGS. 13 and 14 may be partially or entirely identical to the configuration of the sealing member (400) of FIGS. 2 to 12.

[0137] The embodiments of FIGS. 13 and 14 can be optionally combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 7 and the embodiments of FIGS. 13 to 16.

[0138] According to one embodiment, the card tray sealing structure may be a structure in which a sealing member (400) is attached to a first side wall (212) of a front frame (210), and then a rear frame (270) covers the front frame (210) and an inner surface of a second side wall (272) of the rear frame (270) presses the sealing member (400).

[0139] According to one embodiment, the front frame (210) may include a first support plate (211) and a first side wall (212) extending along an edge of the first support plate (211). The first support plate (211) may include a storage space (S) in which a card tray (300) may be stored. The first side wall (212) may have a first through hole (217) (or opening) formed therein. The first through hole (217) may be a portion of a passage through which the card tray (300) may move.

[0140] In one embodiment, the rear frame (270) may be positioned to cover at least a portion of the front frame (210). For example, the rear frame (270) may be positioned to surround the rear (e.g., the side facing the -Z axis) and side surfaces of the front frame (210).

[0141] According to one embodiment, the rear frame (270) may include a second support plate (271) and a second side wall (272) extending along an edge of the second support plate (271). The second support plate (271) may be a structure extending in an XY plane, and the second side wall (272) may be a structure extending in a +Z-axis direction and / or a -Z-axis direction that is substantially perpendicular to the XY plane. For example, the second support plate (271) may be arranged to face the first support plate (211). For example, the second side wall (272) may be arranged to surround the first side wall (212) and may fix the sealing member (400) arranged therebetween in a pressed state.

[0142] According to one embodiment, the second support plate (271) of the rear frame (270) may provide a space for accommodating a plurality of electronic components. For example, the space between the second support plate (271) and the first support plate (211) may provide a portion of a storage space (S) in which a card tray (300) may be accommodated. The storage space (S) may be arranged adjacent to the second side wall (272) (or the first side wall (212)) so that the card tray (300) may be easily inserted or removed from the outside. The storage space (S) may be formed as a concave recess structure inward of the second support plate (271) in consideration of the size (e.g., area) of the card and / or the card tray (300) for accommodating the card.

[0143] According to one embodiment, a second side wall (272) of the rear frame (270) may be formed with a second through hole (277) (or opening). The second through hole (277) may be a passage through which the card tray (300) may move and may be positioned adjacent to the storage space (S). The second through hole (277) may have a size corresponding to the size of the card tray (300) so that the card tray (300) may be easily moved. For example, when the card tray (300) moves in the longitudinal direction (e.g., in the X-axis direction), the second through hole (277) may be formed with a size corresponding to (e.g., substantially larger than) the width (depth) and thickness (height) of a portion of the card tray (300) (e.g., a portion accommodated in the storage space (S)).

[0144] According to one embodiment, the second side wall (272) of the rear frame (270) may include a pressing portion (275) for pressing the sealing member (400) secured to the first side wall (212). The pressing portion (275) may be disposed adjacent to the storage space (S) and the second through hole (277) (or the first through hole (217)). For example, the pressing portion (275) may be formed to surround a peripheral area of ​​the second through hole (277). For example, the sealing member (400) and the outer space of the electronic device (101) may be disposed to face each other with the pressing portion (275) therebetween.

[0145] According to one embodiment, the pressing portion (275) may include a pressing surface (275a) for substantially pressing the sealing member (400) and a stopper surface (275b) opposite to the pressing surface (275a). The pressing surface (275a) of the pressing portion (275) may have a pin hole (217b) formed outside of an area where the sealing member (400) is disposed for inserting a card pin (e.g., a SIM pin). The pressing surface (275a) may press the second elastic portion (420) of the sealing member (400). The pressing surface (275a) of the rear frame (270) may be disposed to face the mounting surface (215a) of the front frame (210) with the sealing member (400) interposed therebetween. The pressure surface (275a) has a shape corresponding to the shape of the sealing member (400) (e.g., a closed loop), and when looking at the second side wall (272), the pressure surface (275a) of the rear frame (270) and the second elastic part (420) of the sealing member (400) can overlap each other.

[0146] According to one embodiment, when the card tray (300) inserted into the through hole of the housing (201) is separated toward the outside, it can move while maintaining a state of overlapping with the sealing member (400). The card tray (300) can provide a force to pull the sealing member (400) outward by frictional force due to contact with the sealing member (400). In this case, since the pressing surface (275a) of the rear frame (270) continuously provides a force to press the second elastic part (420) of the sealing member (400) inward, the sealing member (400) can easily maintain a state of being fixed within the electronic device (101) without being separated to the outside.

[0147] According to one embodiment, the stopper surface (275b) of the pressing portion (275) may be exposed to the outside of the electronic device (101). The stopper surface (275b) may be a part of the second side wall (272) formed along a periphery (e.g., a circumference or an edge) of the second through hole (277), and may form a concave recessed structure that is concave inward (e.g., toward the storage space (S) of the front frame (210)) compared to other parts of the second side wall (272). The stopper surface (275b) of the pressing portion (275) may have a stepped shape from other parts of the second side wall (272). The stopper surface (275b) of the pressing portion (275) may serve as a stopper to prevent the card tray (300) from being accommodated beyond a certain range when inserted.

[0148] According to one embodiment, the card tray (300) may include an accommodating part (310) and a head part (or cover part) (320). The accommodating part (310) and the head part (320) may have different thicknesses (e.g., length in the Z-axis direction). For example, referring to FIG. 13, the accommodating part (310) may have a thickness that is sized to be inserted into a through hole (e.g., a first through hole (217) and a second through hole (277)) of the housing (201), and the head part (320) may have a thickness that is sized to be in contact with a stopper surface (275b) of the second side wall (272) without being inserted into the through hole of the housing (201). For example, the thickness of the accommodating part (310) may be smaller than the thickness of the head part (320).

[0149] According to one embodiment, the receiving portion (310) may be a frame shape that provides at least one receiving area. For example, the receiving portion (310) may be defined as a space in which a medium such as a card is substantially arranged or accommodated. According to one embodiment, the head portion (320) may be arranged at one end of the receiving portion (310) and may be a portion that a user directly handles (e.g., holds) when inserting or separating the card tray (300) into or from the housing (201) (e.g., the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270)). According to one embodiment, when the card tray (300) is inserted into the housing, the receiving portion (310) may be positioned within the storage space (S), and the head portion (320) may be substantially positioned on the stopper surface (275b) of the second side wall (272). The head portion (320) may implement a continuous plane or a continuous curved surface with the outer surface of the rear frame (270).

[0150] According to one embodiment, when the head portion (320) of the card tray (300) partially protrudes from the pressurized portion (275) of the rear frame (270), the user can pull a portion of the head portion (320) to separate the card tray (300) from the housing. For example, if the electronic device (101) or a socket (e.g., a component electrically connected to the card tray (300) within the electronic device (101)) provides a mechanical structure (e.g., a push-pull structure or a rotary lever structure) for separating the card tray (300), the user can easily separate the tray (300) from the housing (201).

[0151] According to one embodiment, the sealing member (400) may be positioned within a space between the first side wall (212) of the front frame (210) and the second side wall (272) of the rear frame (270). The front frame (210) may have a region around the first through hole (217) cut during the manufacturing process to provide a space for the sealing member (400) to be seated. For example, the sealing member (400) may be fitted within a space between the first side wall (212) of the front frame (210) and the second side wall (272) of the rear frame (270).

[0152] According to one embodiment, the base portion (430) of the sealing member (400) is attached to the mounting portion (215) of the front frame (210) by an adhesive member (500), the first elastic portion (410) may extend toward the through hole of the housing (201), and the second elastic portion (420) may extend toward the rear frame (270).

[0153] According to one embodiment, when the card tray (300) is inserted (or is in an inserted state) into the through hole and storage space (S) of the housing (201), the first elastic portion (410) of the sealing member (400) may be formed to surround a portion of the receiving portion (310) of the card tray (300). For example, the first elastic portion (410) may be formed to pressurize an outer surface of the receiving portion (310) so that a gap does not occur between the card tray (300) and the first elastic portion (410).

[0154] According to one embodiment, when the card tray (300) is inserted (or is in an inserted state) into the through hole and storage space (S) of the housing (201), when viewed from the front direction (e.g., +Z-axis direction) or the rear direction (e.g., -Z-axis direction), the first elastic part (410) of the sealing member (400) may overlap with the receiving part (310) of the card tray (300). In addition, when viewed from the upper direction (or lower direction), the first elastic part (410) of the sealing member (400) may overlap with the receiving part (310) of the card tray (300). The overlapping structure between the first elastic part (410) and the card tray (300) may provide a waterproof / dustproof function of the electronic device (101).

[0155] According to one embodiment, the curved shape of the first elastic portion (410) protruding inside the through hole of the housing (201) can reduce the contact surface with the outer surface of the card tray (300) when the card tray (300) is inserted into the through hole and storage space (S) of the housing (201), thereby facilitating movement.

[0156] According to one embodiment, when the card tray (300) is inserted (or is in an inserted state) into the through hole and storage space (S) of the housing (201), the second elastic portion (420) of the sealing member (400) may be formed to come into contact with the pressing portion (275) of the rear frame (270). For example, the protruding second elastic portion (420) may be formed so that it is pressed by the pressing portion (275) of the rear frame (270), thereby preventing a gap from occurring between the front frame (210) and the rear frame.

[0157] According to one embodiment, when the card tray (300) is inserted (or is in an inserted state) into the through hole and storage space (S) of the housing (201), when viewed from the side (e.g., toward the first side wall (212) or the second side wall (272)), the second elastic portion (420) of the sealing member (400) may overlap with the pressing portion (275) of the rear frame (270). The structure in which the base portion (430) is in contact with the front frame (210) and the overlapping structure between the second elastic portion (420) and the rear frame (270) may provide a waterproof / dustproof function of the electronic device (101).

[0158] According to one embodiment, the shape of the second elastic portion (420) protruding toward the rear frame (270) can limit (e.g., prevent) the separation of the sealing member (400). When the card tray (300) is separated into the through hole and the storage space (S) of the housing (201), the sealing member (400) (e.g., the first elastic portion (410)) that is provided with an outwardly pushing force by the outer surface of the card tray (300) can be stably fixed between the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270) without being displaced from its position.

[0159] Figure 15a is a perspective view showing a card tray accommodated within a typical electronic device.

[0160] FIG. 15b is a projection view illustrating a card tray accommodated within an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0161] Referring to FIG. 15b, the electronic device (101) may include a front frame (210), a rear frame (270), and a sealing member (400) disposed between the front frame (210) and the rear frame (e.g., the rear frame (270) of FIGS. 13 and 14).

[0162] The configuration of the front frame (210) and the sealing member (400) of FIG. 15b may be partially or entirely identical to the configuration of the front frame (210) and the sealing member (400) of FIGS. 2 to 14.

[0163] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a front frame (210), a rear frame (270) arranged to surround a portion of the front frame (210), and a sealing member (400) coupled between the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270) to seal around a through hole of the electronic device (101). The front frame (210) may include a first side wall (212) having a first through hole (e.g., a first through hole (217) of FIG. 14) formed therein. The rear frame (270) may include a second side wall (e.g., a second side wall (272) of FIG. 14) configured to surround the first side wall (212) of the front frame (210). The second side wall (272) of the rear frame (270) is connected to the first through hole (217), and a second through hole (e.g., the second through hole (277) of FIG. 14) exposed to the outside of the electronic device can be formed.

[0164] According to one embodiment, the card tray (300) can be inserted into or separated from the electronic device (101) by passing through the through-hole (e.g., the first through-hole (217) and the second through-hole (277)). According to one embodiment, the sealing member (400) includes a first elastic portion (410) protruding toward the through-hole of the electronic device (101), and the first elastic portion (410) can be positioned to surround a portion of an outer surface of the card tray (300) when the card tray (300) is inserted into the through-hole. According to one embodiment, the sealing member (400) includes a second elastic portion (420) facing the rear frame (270), and the second elastic portion (420) can be formed to contact the card tray (300) and prevent it from being pushed outward when the card tray (300) is separated from the housing (201) through the through-hole.

[0165] According to one embodiment (see FIG. 15b), compared to a typical card tray sealing structure (see FIG. 15a), a reduction in the size of the card tray (300) and thus a reduction in the mounting space of the card tray (300) within the electronic device (101) can be provided.

[0166] A typical card tray sealing structure (40) (see FIG. 15a) uses a structure that is waterproof by assembling a sealing member (40) to a single card tray (30). In this case, when the card tray (300) moves within the electronic device (101), in order to prevent detachment and / or tearing of the sealing member (40) due to repeated friction, the thickness of the sealing member (40) and the seating area of ​​the card tray (30) where the sealing member (40) is seated must be a specified size or larger. For example, in a typical card tray sealing structure, the seating area of ​​the sealing member (40) and the card tray (30) may require a section of T1 (e.g., a space of approximately 2.3 mm or more).

[0167] According to one embodiment, a card tray sealing structure (see FIG. 15b) may place a sealing member (400) between a front frame (210) and a rear frame (270) constituting a housing (201). Due to the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270), the sealing member (400) does not move out of position due to movement of the card tray (300), and a portion (e.g., a first elastic portion (410)) that is repeatedly rubbed due to movement of the card tray (300) may also be relatively reduced. For example, in the card tray sealing structure according to one embodiment, a seating area of ​​the sealing member (400) may be required to be a section of T2 (e.g., a space of approximately 0.7 mm).

[0168] The card tray sealing structure according to one embodiment has a simple design since a separate sealing member mounting area is not required for the card tray (300), and the size of the card tray (300) can be reduced. The card tray sealing structure according to one embodiment can provide an effect of improving the mounting space by securing a space in which other electronic components can be accommodated as the mounting space of the card tray (300) in the electronic device (101) is reduced compared to a general card tray sealing structure.

[0169] FIG. 16 is a drawing showing a sealing member arranged on one side of a front frame according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0170] Referring to FIG. 16, the electronic device (101) may include a front frame (210), a rear frame (e.g., the rear frame (270) of FIG. 14), and a first sealing member (400a) disposed between the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270).

[0171] The configuration of the sealing member (400a) of Fig. 16 may be partially or entirely identical to the configuration of the sealing member (400) of Figs. 2 to 14 and Fig. 15b.

[0172] Below, Fig. 16 describes the differences in shape and arrangement of the sealing member (400a) compared to Figs. 6 to 14.

[0173] According to one embodiment, the front frame (210) may include a first support plate (211) and a first side wall (212) extending along an edge of the first support plate (211). The first side wall (212) of the front frame (210) may have a first through hole (217) (or opening) formed therein. The first through hole (217) may serve as a passage through which the card tray (300) may move and may be positioned adjacent to the storage space (S).

[0174] According to one embodiment, the first side wall (212) of the front frame (210) may include a seating portion (215) for seating the sealing member (400a). In addition to an area for seating the sealing member (400a) (e.g., the first seating surface (215a) of FIG. 6), the seating portion (215) may have a pin hole (e.g., the pin hole (217a) of FIG. 6) for inserting a card pin (e.g., a SIM pin) into the area.

[0175] According to one embodiment, the sealing member (400a) may be secured to the mounting portion (215) of the first side wall (212). The sealing member (400) may include an elastic material. The sealing member (400a) may include a portion (e.g., a base portion (430), first and second elastic portions (410, 420)) disposed on the mounting portion (215) around the first through hole (217) along a periphery (e.g., a circumference or an edge) of the first through hole (217), and a cover portion (440) extending from one side of the portion and disposed to surround the pin hole (217a).

[0176] According to one embodiment, the sealing member (400a) may include a base portion (430), a first elastic portion (410) extending from the base portion (430) in a first direction, and a second elastic portion (420) extending from the base portion (430) in a second direction intersecting the first direction. According to one embodiment, the sealing member (400a) may include a cover portion (440) extending from one end of the base portion (430) toward the pin hole (217a).

[0177] According to one embodiment, the cover portion (440) of the sealing member (400a) may be a plate-shaped structure having a thickness corresponding to that of the base portion (430), and may have a shape in which a portion of the structure is cut so that a pin can be inserted into the pin hole (217a). For example, when viewed from the outside of the cover portion (440), it includes a Y-shaped cut portion, and the cut portion is exposed to the outer surface of the cover portion (440), so that a user can easily insert a pin into the center of the Y shape. For example, the pin hole (217a) may be a mechanical structure (e.g., a push-pull structure) for separating the card tray (300).

[0178] According to one embodiment, since the sealing member (400a) includes a cover portion (440), the pin hole louver that was separately provided on the pin hole can be excluded, thereby providing the advantage of a reduced material cost and an assembly process due to a simple design.

[0179] Typically, a card-insertable electronic device may include a card tray and an opening through which the card tray moves (e.g., is inserted or removed) into the electronic device. The electronic device may be designed to have a structure in which a sealing member is directly assembled to the card tray to seal the gap created between the card tray and the opening (e.g., for waterproofing / dustproofing), or a structure in which a separate auxiliary material is arranged to prevent the inflow of moisture (or foreign substances) into the interior of the electronic device. In this case, assembling the sealing member onto the card tray may be difficult, the assembly cost may increase, or the sealing member may be damaged (or torn) due to being caught on an internal structure (e.g., a side wall) of the device when the card tray is removed.

[0180] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may place a sealing member inside the electronic device, rather than on the card tray. For example, the sealing member may be placed between the front and rear frames forming the housing. This may simplify assembly and reduce assembly costs.

[0181] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may assemble a rear frame with a sealing member attached to the front frame, and provide protrusions for preventing water ingress in two directions (e.g., waterproofing / dustproofing).

[0182] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a first elastic portion facing an opening through which a card tray is inserted / removed and a second elastic portion facing a rear frame. The first elastic portion of the sealing member may be formed to surround an outer surface of the card tray to provide a lateral waterproof / dustproof function. The second elastic portion of the sealing member may seal a gap formed between the front frame and the rear frame on a front side or a rear side to provide a waterproof / dustproof function.

[0183] In an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure, when the card tray is separated, an elastic portion (e.g., a second elastic portion) of a sealing member may be pressed by the rear frame to prevent it from being detached or moved outward. Accordingly, damage (or tearing) of the sealing member that occurs when the card tray is separated may be limited.

[0184] An electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure can reduce the area of ​​a card tray by eliminating the space where a sealing member is installed on the card tray. This reduction in the area of ​​the card tray can reduce the storage space of an electronic device mounting the card tray, thereby improving the mounting efficiency of the electronic device.

[0185] 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 can be clearly understood by a person having ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure belongs from the description below.

[0186] An electronic device (101) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a front frame (210) including a first side wall (212) in which a first through hole (217) is formed, a rear frame (270) including a second side wall (272) configured to surround the first side wall of the front frame, the second side wall being connected to the first through hole and having a second through hole (277) formed therein exposed to the outside of the electronic device, a card tray (300) configured to penetrate the first through hole and the second through hole and be receptive within the electronic device, and a sealing member (400) disposed between the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270), the sealing member (400) positioned to surround a portion of an outer surface of the card tray when the card tray is inserted into the first and second through holes (217, 277).

[0187] According to one embodiment, the sealing member may include a first elastic portion (410) protruding to press the outer surface of the card tray inserted into the first and second through holes (217, 277).

[0188] According to one embodiment, the sealing member may include a base portion (430) attached along a portion of the first side wall adjacent to the periphery of the first through hole, and a second elastic portion (420) protruding from the base portion (430) toward the rear frame.

[0189] According to one embodiment, the protrusion direction of the first elastic portion protruding from the base portion and the protrusion direction of the second elastic portion may be configured to intersect each other.

[0190] According to one embodiment, the front frame may include a first support plate (211) extending substantially perpendicularly to the first side wall, and the rear frame may include a second support plate (271) extending substantially perpendicularly to the second side wall. A portion of the card tray may be accommodated within a storage space formed between the first support plate and the second support plate.

[0191] According to one embodiment, the base portion (430) of the sealing member may include an adhesive surface (431) for attachment to the front frame.

[0192] One end of the second elastic portion may include a curved surface extending from the base portion toward the first through hole or the second through hole, and one end of the second elastic portion may include a curved surface extending from the base portion toward the rear frame.

[0193] According to one embodiment, a portion of the outer surface of the front frame and a portion of the inner surface of the rear frame form a spaced apart space for the sealing member to be seated, and a length of the spaced apart space may be smaller than a distance from an attachment surface of the base portion of the sealing member to the first elastic portion.

[0194] According to one embodiment, the sealing member may have a closed loop shape formed along the periphery of the first through hole or the second through hole.

[0195] According to one embodiment, the sealing member may have a closed loop shape and a third through hole (401) may be formed inside. The first through hole (217), the third through hole (401), and the second through hole (277) may be sequentially connected from the inside of the electronic device to form a conduit through which the card tray moves.

[0196] According to one embodiment, when the card tray is inserted into the front frame and the rear frame (e.g., when inserted into the housing (201)), the first elastic portion of the sealing member may be configured to overlap a portion of an outer surface of the card tray, and the second elastic portion of the sealing member may be configured to overlap a surface of the rear frame by being pressed by the rear frame.

[0197] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may further include an adhesive member (500) disposed between the adhesive surface (431) of the sealing member and the front frame.

[0198] According to one embodiment, when the card tray is separated from the front frame and the rear frame (e.g., when it is discharged outside the housing (201) and separated from the housing), the second side wall of the rear frame may be configured to press the second elastic portion of the sealing member and restrict the sealing member (400) from moving toward the rear frame.

[0199] According to one embodiment, when the card tray is separated from the front frame and the rear frame (e.g., is discharged outside the housing (201) and is separated from the housing), and is viewed toward the second through hole (277), the first elastic portion arranged along the periphery of the second through hole (277) may be exposed.

[0200] According to one embodiment, the sealing member may include a cover portion (440) extending from the base portion and formed to surround a pin hole formed on the first side wall of the front frame. The cover portion may include a portion cut such that a pin can be inserted into the pin hole.

[0201] In one embodiment, the sealing member may be configured to be attached to the first side wall of the front frame and then pressed by the second side wall of the rear frame as the rear frame covers the front frame.

[0202] An electronic device (101) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a front frame (210) including a first support plate (211) and a first side wall (212) extending along an edge of the first support plate, a rear frame (270) configured to surround the front frame, the rear frame (270) including a second support plate (271) and a second side wall (272) extending along an edge of the second support plate, a card tray (300) configured to be accommodated within the electronic device, and a sealing structure for sealing the card tray. The sealing structure may include a first through hole (217) formed in the first side wall (212), a second through hole (277) formed in the second side wall (272) so as to be connected to the first through hole and exposed to the outside of the electronic device, and a sealing member (400) disposed between the first side wall and the second side wall along the periphery of the first through hole and the second through hole.

[0203] According to one embodiment, the sealing member may include a first elastic portion (410) protruding to press the outer surface of the card tray inserted into the first and second through holes (217, 227).

[0204] According to one embodiment, the sealing member may include a base portion (430) attached along a portion of the first side wall adjacent to the periphery of the first through hole, and a second elastic portion (420) protruding from the base portion (430) toward the rear frame.

[0205] According to one embodiment, the protrusion direction of the first elastic portion protruding from the base portion and the protrusion direction of the second elastic portion may be configured to intersect each other.

[0206] According to one embodiment, the sealing member may have a closed loop shape formed along the periphery of the first through hole or the second through hole.

[0207] While this disclosure has been described by way of example and example, it should be understood that the example is intended to be illustrative and not limiting. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes in form and detail may be made without departing from the overall scope of this disclosure, including the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

In an electronic device (101), A front frame (210) including a first side wall (212) in which a first through hole (217) is formed; A rear frame (270) including a second side wall (272) configured to surround the first side wall of the front frame, wherein the second side wall is connected to the first through hole and has a second through hole (277) formed therein that is exposed to the outside of the electronic device; A card tray (300) configured to be accommodated within the electronic device by penetrating the first through hole and the second through hole; and An electronic device comprising a sealing member (400) positioned between the front frame (210) and the rear frame (270), the sealing member (400) positioned to surround a portion of the outer surface of the card tray when the card tray is inserted into the first and second through holes (217, 277). In the first paragraph, An electronic device, wherein the sealing member includes a first elastic portion (410) protruding to press the outer surface of the card tray inserted into the first and second through holes (217, 277). In claim 1 or 2, An electronic device, wherein the sealing member comprises a base portion (430) attached along a portion of the first side wall adjacent to the periphery of the first through hole, and a second elastic portion (420) protruding from the base portion (430) toward the rear frame. In the third paragraph, An electronic device, wherein the protrusion direction of the first elastic portion protruding from the base portion and the protrusion direction of the second elastic portion are configured to intersect each other. In any one of claims 1 to 4, The front frame includes a first support plate (211) extending substantially perpendicular to the first side wall, The rear frame includes a second support plate (271) extending substantially perpendicular to the second side wall, An electronic device, wherein a portion of the card tray is receptacled within a storage space formed between the first support plate and the second support plate. In any one of the third to fifth clauses, The base portion (430) of the sealing member includes an adhesive surface (431) for attachment to the front frame, One end of the first elastic portion includes a curved surface extending from the base portion toward the first through hole or the second through hole, An electronic device, wherein one end of the second elastic portion includes a curved surface extending from the base portion toward the rear frame. In paragraph 6, A part of the outer surface of the front frame and a part of the inner surface of the rear frame form a spaced apart space for the sealing member to be installed, An electronic device wherein the length of the spaced apart space is smaller than the distance from the attachment surface of the base portion of the sealing member to the first elastic portion. In any one of the first to seventh paragraphs, An electronic device wherein the sealing member is a closed loop shape formed along the periphery of the first through hole or the second through hole. In any one of the first to seventh paragraphs, The above sealing member has a closed loop shape, and a third through hole (401) is formed on the inside. An electronic device in which the first through hole (217), the third through hole (401), and the second through hole (277) are sequentially connected from the inside of the electronic device to form a conduit through which the card tray moves. In any one of claims 1 to 9, An electronic device wherein, when the card tray is inserted into the front frame and the rear frame, the first elastic portion of the sealing member is configured to overlap with a portion of an outer surface of the card tray, and the second elastic portion of the sealing member is pressed by the rear frame and is configured to overlap with one surface of the rear frame. In claims 1 to 10, An electronic device further comprising an adhesive member (500) disposed between the attachment surface of the sealing member and the front frame. In any one of claims 1 to 11, An electronic device, wherein when the card tray is separated from the front frame and the rear frame, the second side wall of the rear frame is configured to press the second elastic portion of the sealing member and restrict the sealing member (400) from moving toward the rear frame. In any one of claims 1 to 12, An electronic device in which the first elastic portion arranged along the periphery of the second through hole is exposed when the card tray is separated from the front frame and the rear frame and viewed toward the second through hole (277). In any one of the third to twelfth clauses, The sealing member includes a cover portion (440) extending from the base portion and formed to surround a pin hole formed on the first side wall of the front frame, An electronic device, wherein the cover portion includes a portion cut so that a pin can be inserted into the pin hole. In any one of claims 1 to 14, An electronic device wherein the sealing member is configured to be attached to the first side wall of the front frame and then pressed by the second side wall of the rear frame as the rear frame covers the front frame.

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