Electronic device comprising antenna

Abstract

According to embodiments disclosed herein, an electronic device comprises: a housing including an edge member forming a side exterior of the electronic device, and a rear cover forming a rear exterior of the electronic device and including a first opening; a metal member including a first metal portion, which includes a second opening aligned with the first opening, and including a ground connection point and a feeding point for operating as an antenna; and a camera module disposed in the housing so as to be aligned with the first opening and the second opening, wherein the camera module is inserted into the second opening of the metal member, the edge member includes a first conductive portion, a second conductive portion, and a non-conductive portion between the first conductive portion and the second conductive portion, the metal member includes a second metal portion extending from the first metal portion across an imaginary line drawn vertically from the non-conductive portion to the opposite side to the non-conductive portion, and the second metal portion of the metal member is configured to transmit a portion of electromagnetic waves through the non-conductive portion of the edge member.

Description

Electronic device including an antenna

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

[0002] With the advancement of wireless communication technology, electronic devices such as smartphones are being widely used in daily life, leading to an increase in content usage. Electronic devices may include multiple antennas to support various communication technologies.

[0003] The information described above may be provided as related art for the purpose of aiding understanding of the present disclosure. No claim or determination is made as to whether any of the foregoing may be applied as prior art related to the present disclosure.

[0004] As the range of available applications expands, the number of antennas included in electronic devices is increasing. While electronic devices are becoming slimmer, the addition of components for various functions is making it increasingly difficult to design antennas within limited spaces to secure radiation performance or coverage (also known as communication range) for desired frequency bands.

[0005] Embodiments of the present disclosure provide an electronic device comprising an antenna capable of securing antenna radiation performance and / or coverage in a limited space of the electronic device.

[0006] The technical problems to be solved by the present disclosure are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned technical problems will be understood by those skilled in the art from the description below. Various embodiments of the present disclosure are provided to solve or at least alleviate the problems mentioned above.

[0007] According to embodiments of the present disclosure, an electronic device is provided, the electronic device comprising a housing, a camera module, a metal member, and a camera module. The housing comprises a rim member forming a side exterior of the electronic device and a rear cover forming a rear exterior of the electronic device and comprising a first opening. The metal member comprises a first metal portion comprising a second opening positioned to be aligned with the first opening. The metal member comprises a ground connection point and a feeding point for operating as an antenna. A camera module is positioned within the housing to be aligned with the first opening and the second opening. The rim member comprises a first conductive portion, a second conductive portion, and a non-conductive portion between the first conductive portion and the second conductive portion. The metal member comprises a second metal portion extending from the first metal portion across a virtual line drawn perpendicularly from the non-conductive portion toward the opposite side of the non-conductive portion. The second metal portion of the metal member is configured to transmit a portion of electromagnetic waves through the non-conductive portion of the rim member.

[0008] An electronic device including an antenna according to various embodiments of the present disclosure can improve antenna radiation performance and / or coverage in a limited space of the electronic device.

[0009] In addition, other effects that can be obtained or predicted by the various embodiments of the present disclosure will be disclosed directly or implicitly in the detailed description of the embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0010] The above and other aspects, features, and advantages of the embodiments of the present disclosure will become more apparent from the following detailed description taken together with the accompanying drawings.

[0011] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device in a network environment according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0012] FIG. 2 is a drawing showing the appearance of a slideable electronic device in a closed state according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0013] FIG. 3 is a drawing showing the appearance of a slideable electronic device in an open state according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0014] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of a slideable electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0015] FIG. 5 is an exploded perspective view of a slideable electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0016] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of a portion of a closed slideable electronic device cut along line B-B' of FIG. 2 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0017] FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view of a portion of a closed slideable electronic device cut along line B-B' of FIG. 2 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0018] FIG. 8 is a drawing showing a part of a slideable electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0019] FIG. 9 is a heat map showing the electromagnetic field distribution for a slideable electronic device of the present disclosure and a slideable electronic device of a comparative example, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0020] FIG. 10 is a graph showing the antenna radiation efficiency for a first conductive portion and the antenna radiation efficiency for a second conductive portion according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0021] FIG. 11 is a drawing showing an NFC recognition area for a slideable electronic device of the present disclosure and a slideable electronic device of a comparative example, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0022] FIG. 12 shows various metal members according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0023] FIG. 13 is a drawing showing a part of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0024] FIG. 14 is a drawing showing a part of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0025] Hereinafter, various embodiments of the present disclosure are described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The following description is provided to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the various embodiments of the present disclosure as defined by the claims and their equivalents with reference to the accompanying drawings. While various specific details are included to aid understanding, they should be considered merely illustrative. Accordingly, those skilled in the art will recognize that various changes and modifications to the various embodiments described herein may be made without departing from the scope and spirit of the present disclosure. Furthermore, descriptions of known functions and configurations may be omitted for the sake of clarity and brevity.

[0026] The terms and words used in the following description and claims are not limited to their bibliographic meanings and are used merely to enable the inventor to understand the present disclosure clearly and consistently. Accordingly, it should be apparent to those skilled in the art that the following description of various embodiments of the present disclosure is provided for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to limit the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0027] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) in a network environment (100) according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0028] Referring to FIG. 1, in a network environment (100), an electronic device (101) may communicate with an external electronic device (102) through a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network) or with at least one of an external electronic device (104) or a server (108) through a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). The electronic device (101) may communicate with an external electronic device (104) through a server (108). The external electronic device (102 or 104) may include, for example, a portable communication device (e.g., a smartphone), a computer device, a portable multimedia device, a portable medical device, a camera, a wearable device, or a home appliance, but is not limited thereto. The electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), memory (130), input module (150), sound output module (155), display module (160), audio module (170), sensor module (176), interface (177), connection terminal (178), haptic module (179), camera module (180), power management module (188), battery (189), communication module (190), subscriber identification module (196), and / or antenna module (197). In various embodiments of the present disclosure, at least one of these components may be omitted from the electronic device (101), or one or more other components may be added. In various embodiments of the present disclosure, some of these components may be implemented as a single integrated circuitry.

[0029] The processor (120) may include various processing circuits and / or multiple processors. For example, the term “processor” as used in the present disclosure, including in the claims, may include at least one processor and various processing circuits, wherein one or more of the at least one processor may be configured to perform the various functions described in the present disclosure individually and / or collectively in a distributed manner. When the terms “processor,” “at least one processor,” and “one or more processors” as used in the present disclosure are described as being configured to perform numerous functions, these terms encompass, for example, without limitation, situations where one processor performs some of the mentioned functions and other processor(s) perform others of the mentioned functions, and situations where a single processor can perform all the mentioned functions. Additionally, at least one processor may include a combination of processors performing various mentioned / disclosed functions, for example, in a distributed manner. At least one processor may execute program instructions to achieve or perform various functions.

[0030] The processor (120) can control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) by executing software (e.g., a program (140)), and can perform various data processing or operations. As at least part of the data processing or operations, the processor (120) can load commands or data received from other components (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) into volatile memory (132), process the commands or data stored in volatile memory (132), and store the resulting data in non-volatile memory (134). The processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit (CPU) or an application processor (AP)) or an auxiliary processor (123) that can operate independently or together with it (e.g., a graphics processing unit (GPU), a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor (ISP), a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor (CP)). Additionally or alternatively, the auxiliary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a specified function. The auxiliary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as part thereof.

[0031] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least some of the functions or states associated with at least one component of the electronic device (101) (e.g., display module (160), sensor module (176), or communication module (190)) 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. The auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., image signal processor (ISP) or communication processor (CP)) may be implemented as part of another functionally related component (e.g., camera module (180) or communication module (190)). According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., neural network processing device) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing an artificial intelligence model. The artificial intelligence model may be generated through machine learning. Such learning may be performed, for example, on the electronic device (101) itself where the artificial intelligence model is executed, or through a separate server (e.g., server (108)). The learning algorithm may 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 may include a plurality of artificial neural network layers.An artificial neural network may be 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 DNN (BRDNN), a deep Q-network, or any combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to hardware structures, the artificial intelligence model may additionally or substantially include software structures.

[0032] The memory (130) can store various data used by at least one component of the electronic device (101) (e.g., processor (120) or sensor module (176)). The various data may include, for example, software (e.g., program (140)) and input or output data for related commands. The memory (130) may include volatile memory (132) and / or non-volatile memory (134).

[0033] The program (140) may be stored as software in memory (130) and may include, for example, an operating system (142), middleware (144), and / or an application (146).

[0034] The input module (150) may receive commands or data to be used for other components of the electronic device (101) (e.g., processor (120)) from outside the electronic device (101) (e.g., user). The input module (150) may include, for example, a microphone or a key (e.g., a button), but is not limited thereto.

[0035] The sound output module (155) can output a sound signal to the outside of the electronic device (101). The sound output module (155) may include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker may be used for general purposes such as multimedia playback or recording playback, and the receiver may be used for incoming calls. The receiver may be implemented separately from the speaker or as part thereof.

[0036] The display module (160) can visually provide information to an external (e.g., user) of the electronic device (101). The display module (160) may include, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling said device. The display module (160) may include a touch circuit (e.g., a touch sensor) configured to detect a touch, or a sensor circuit (e.g., a pressure sensor) configured to measure the intensity of the force generated by said touch.

[0037] The audio module (170) can convert sound into an electrical signal or, conversely, convert an electrical signal into sound. The audio module (170) can acquire sound through the input module (150) or output sound through the sound output module (155) or an external electronic device (e.g., external electronic device (102)) (e.g., speaker or headphones) that is directly or wirelessly connected to the electronic device (101).

[0038] The sensor module (176) can detect the operating state of the electronic device (101) (e.g., power or temperature) or the external environmental state (e.g., user state) and generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected state. The sensor module (176) may include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyroscope sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an accelerometer sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biosensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0039] The interface (177) may support one or more specified protocols that can be used for the electronic device (101) to be connected directly or wirelessly to an external electronic device (e.g., external electronic device (102)). The interface (177) 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.

[0040] The connection terminal (178) may include a connector through which the electronic device (101) can be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., external electronic device (102)). The connection terminal (178) may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, and / or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0041] The haptic module (179) can convert an electrical signal into a mechanical stimulus (e.g., vibration or movement) or an electrical stimulus that the user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic senses. The haptic module (179) may include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electric stimulation device.

[0042] The camera module (180) can capture still images and video. The camera module (180) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors (ISPs), or flashes.

[0043] The power management module (188) can manage power supplied to or consumed by the electronic device (101). The power management module (188) can be implemented, for example, as at least part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0044] The battery (189) can supply power to at least one component of the electronic device (101). The battery (189) may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, and / or a fuel cell.

[0045] The communication module (190) can support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between an electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (e.g., external electronic device (102), external electronic device (104), or server (108)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (190) may include one or more communication processors (CP) that operate independently of the processor (120) (e.g., application processor (AP)) and support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. The communication module (190) may include a wireless communication module (192) (e.g., cellular communication module, short-range wireless communication module, or GNSS (global navigation satellite system) communication module) or a wired communication module (194) (e.g., LAN (local area network) communication module, or power line communication module). The corresponding communication module among these communication modules is a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, WiFi (wireless fidelity) direct, or IrDA (IR data association)) or a second network (199) (e.g., a legacy cellular network, 5G (5 thIt can communicate with an external electronic device (104) through a network (generation), a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., LAN or WAN). These various types of communication modules may 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 identify or authenticate the electronic device (101) within a communication network, such as a first network (198) or a second network (199), using subscriber information (e.g., International Mobile Subscriber Identifier (IMSI)) stored in a subscriber identification module (SIM) (196).

[0046] The wireless communication module (192) is 4G (4 thIt can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies following the generation network, for example, new radio access technology. NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (i.e., 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 a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave (millimeter wave) band) to achieve a high data transmission rate, for example. The wireless communication module (192) can support various technologies for securing performance in the high-frequency band, such as beamforming, massive MIMO (multiple-input and multiple-output), 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), external electronic device (e.g., external electronic device (104)), or network system (e.g., second network (199)). According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the wireless communication module (192) has a Peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for realizing eMBB, a loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for realizing mMTC, or a U(user)-plane latency (e.g., downlink (DL) and uplink (UL) each of 0) for realizing URLLC.It can support 5ms or less, or round trip 1ms or less.

[0047] An antenna module (197) can transmit a signal or power to or from an external source (e.g., an external electronic device). The antenna module (197) may include an antenna comprising a radiator that includes a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a printed circuit board (PCB)). The antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an antenna array). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as a first network (198) or a second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, for example, by a communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device through the selected at least one antenna. In addition to the radiator, other components (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as part of the antenna module (197).

[0048] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board (PCB), an RFIC disposed on or adjacent to a first surface (e.g., bottom surface) of the PCB and capable of supporting a specified high frequency band (e.g., mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., array antennas) disposed on or adjacent to a second surface (e.g., top surface or side surface) of the PCB and capable of transmitting or receiving a signal of said specified high frequency band.

[0049] At least some of the above components are connected to each other via a communication method between peripheral devices (e.g., bus, GPIO (general purpose input and output), SPI (serial peripheral interface), or MIPI (mobile industry processor interface)) and can exchange signals (e.g., commands or data) with each other.

[0050] Commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (104) through 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). All or part of the operations performed on the electronic device (101) may be performed on one or more external electronic devices, such as the external electronic devices (102 or 104) or the server (108). For example, if the electronic device (101) needs to perform a function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (101) may request one or more external electronic devices, e.g., ring metal, to perform at least part of that function or service instead of performing the function or service itself or additionally. One or more external electronic devices that receive the above request may execute at least part of the requested function or service, or 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 provide the result as is or additionally processed as at least part of the response to the request. For this purpose, for example, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used. The electronic device (101) may provide an ultra-low delay service using, for example, distributed computing or mobile edge computing (MEC). In other embodiments of the present disclosure, 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 neural networks.According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, an external electronic device (104) or a server (108) may be included within a second network (199). The electronic device (101) may be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0051] The various embodiments of the present disclosure and the terms used therein are not limited to the specific embodiments of the technical features described in the present disclosure. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of said items unless the relevant context clearly indicates otherwise. In the present disclosure, 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” may each include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as “first,” “second,” or “first” or “second” may be used simply to distinguish a corresponding component from other corresponding components and do not limit the corresponding components in any other aspect (e.g., importance or order). Where one element (e.g., a first component) is referred to as "coupled" or "connected" to another element (e.g., a second component), with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicationly," the element may be connected to the other element directly (e.g., by wire), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0052] The term "module" may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, or any combination thereof, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit, for example. A module may be a component formed integrally, or a minimum unit of said component or a part thereof that performs one or more functions. For example, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, a module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0053] Various embodiments of the present disclosure may be implemented as software (e.g., program (140)) comprising one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., internal memory (136) or external memory (138)) readable by a machine (e.g., electronic device (101)). For example, a processor (e.g., processor (120)) of the machine (e.g., electronic device (101)) may call at least one of the one or more instructions stored in the storage medium and execute it. This enables the machine to be operated to perform at least one function according to the at least one called instruction. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code that can be executed by an interpreter. The storage medium readable by the machine may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-temporary' simply means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain a signal (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and the term does not distinguish between cases where data is stored semi-permanently and cases where it is stored temporarily.

[0054] Methods according to various embodiments of the present disclosure may be provided by being included in a computer program product. A computer program product may be traded between a seller and a buyer as a product. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a device-readable storage medium (e.g., CD-ROM (compact disc read only memory)) or an application store (e.g., PLAYSTORE) TM It can be distributed online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) through ) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smartphones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored or temporarily created on a device-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or a relay server.

[0055] Each of the components described above (e.g., modules or programs) may include a singular or multiple entities. One or more of the aforementioned components or operations may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Generally or additionally, multiple components (e.g., modules or programs) may be integrated into a single component. In such a case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the multiple components in the same or similar manner as they were performed by the corresponding components among the multiple components prior to the integration. Operations performed by the module, program, or other components may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically; one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

[0056] In this disclosure, where the term “substantially” is used to define a structural part, expressions containing the term “substantially” are understood or interpreted as technical features produced within the technical tolerances (e.g., tolerances) of the method used to manufacture it. Additionally, the expression “comprising” implies that a specific effect or result can be obtained within a specific tolerance, and that a person skilled in the art knows how to obtain said tolerance.

[0057] In the present disclosure, "placed on XX" may be understood as being placed adjacent to or in substantial contact with XX, coupled to XX, or included in XX.

[0058] In the present disclosure, "located on XX" may be understood as being located adjacent to or in substantial contact with XX, coupled to XX, or included in XX.

[0059] In the present disclosure, where a first component (or region, layer, part, etc.) is described as being "on," "connected," or "joined" to a second component, it may be understood that it may be directly placed, connected, or joined to the second component, or that a third component may be placed between them.

[0060] In the present disclosure, “ZZ between XX and YY” may be understood as ZZ being positioned in substantial contact with XX or YY or ZZ being directly coupled to XX or YY. “ZZ between XX and YY” may be understood as ZZ being positioned between XX and YY with at least one other component between XX and ZZ and / or at least one component between YY and ZZ in between. “ZZ between XX and YY” may be understood as at least one other component between XX and ZZ connecting XX and ZZ and / or at least one other component between YY and ZZ connecting YY and ZZ.

[0061] In this disclosure, unless otherwise noted, "conductivity" may be understood as "electrical conductivity" and "nonconductivity" may be understood as "electrical insulation." In context, or where thermal properties are mentioned, "conductivity" may be understood as "thermal conductivity."

[0062] In this disclosure, terms such as "above," "upper," "upper," "lower," "lower," or "lower" may be used to describe the relationships between components illustrated in the drawings. These terms are relative concepts and may be described based on the directions indicated in the drawings.

[0063] In the present disclosure, the term “and / or” may be understood to include all of one or more combinations that the associated components may define.

[0064] In the drawings of the present disclosure, the thickness, proportion, and / or dimensions of the components are for the purpose of effectively illustrating the technical content and are not limited to the thickness, proportion, and / or dimensions depicted.

[0065] In the drawings of the present disclosure, at least one structural component may be depicted transparently or translucently to aid in understanding the structural relationships between the components.

[0066] The "comparative examples" mentioned in this disclosure are provided merely for comparison with the embodiments of this disclosure and do not constitute prior art to the various embodiments of this disclosure.

[0067] FIG. 2 is a drawing showing the appearance of a slideable electronic device (2) in a closed state according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0068] FIG. 3 is a drawing showing the appearance of a slideable electronic device (2) in an open state according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0069] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of a slideable electronic device (2) according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0070] FIG. 5 is an exploded perspective view of a slideable electronic device (2) according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0071] It may be understood in the present disclosure to conceive and include all combinations of features and / or embodiments disclosed in connection with FIGS. 2, 3, 4, and 5. All combinations of features described below in connection with FIGS. 2, 3, 4, and 5 may be considered to be included in the present disclosure as specific examples.

[0072] The illustrated slideable electronic device (2) is provided merely as a specific example to facilitate a better explanation of the technical content and to aid in understanding the present disclosure, and is not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure; it should be understood that slideable electronic devices of modified or altered forms are included within the scope of various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0073] Referring to FIGS. 2, 3, 4, and 5, a sliderable electronic device (also called a rollable electronic device or a stretchable electronic device) (2) may include a sliderable housing (also called an expandable display) (21) and a flexible display module (also called a flexible display, expandable display module, expandable display, sliderable display module, or sliderable display) (22). In various embodiments, the sliderable electronic device (2) may include the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1.

[0074] According to various embodiments, the sliderable housing (21) may include a first housing (211) and a second housing (212). The second housing (212) may be slidably connected to the first housing (211) with respect to the first housing (211). Sliding of the second housing (212) with respect to the first housing (211) is a change in the relative position between the first housing (211) and the second housing (212), which may be understood as sliding of the first housing (211) with respect to the second housing (212) or as mutual sliding between the first housing (211) and the second housing (212).

[0075] According to various embodiments, at least a portion of the flexible display module (22) may be configured to be movable by sliding the second housing (212) relative to the first housing (211). At least a portion of the flexible display module (22) may be drawn into or drawn out of the interior of the slideable electronic device (2) by sliding the second housing (212) relative to the first housing (211).

[0076] According to various embodiments, the flexible display module (22) may include a first region (221) and a second region (222) extending from the first region (221). The first region (221) may be located in a slideable housing (21) so as to be visually visible from the outside. The second region (222) may be located in a slideable housing (21) so as to be retracted into or withdrawn from the internal space of the slideable electronic device (2) of the flexible display module (22). A combination of a flexible display module (22) and a sliding structural element (e.g., a slideable housing (21)) is presented as a specific example to aid in understanding the visual exposure of the first area (221) and the inflow or outflow of the second area (222), but combinations of flexible display modules and structural elements in modified or altered forms other than the disclosed examples should be interpreted as being included within the scope of various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0077] According to various embodiments, a first region (221) of the flexible display module (22) may be coupled to a first housing (211) and supported by the first housing (211). The first region (221) may provide (or form) a first screen region (also referred to as a first display region). A second region (222) of the flexible display module (22) may be supported by a second housing (212) that is slidable with respect to the first housing (211). When the second housing (212) slides with respect to the first housing (211) in a first direction (①) (e.g., the positive direction of the y-axis), at least a portion of the second region (222) may be withdrawn from the internal space of the slideable electronic device (2). The slideable electronic device (2) may provide a second screen area (also referred to as a second display area) added to the first screen area through at least a portion of the second area (222) that is drawn out to the outside (e.g., a position on the slideable electronic device (2) visible from the outside). When the second housing (212) slides in a second direction (②) (e.g., the negative direction of the y-axis) opposite to the first direction (①) relative to the first housing (211), at least a portion of the second area (222) may be drawn into the internal space of the slideable electronic device (2) and concealed. Depending on the position or distance at which the second housing (212) is slid relative to the first housing (211), the ratio of the portion of the second area (222) that is drawn out to the outside, and the corresponding size of the screen, may vary.

[0078] According to various embodiments, FIG. 2 illustrates a slideable electronic device (2) in a state where the screen (also referred to as a display area) is not extended, and FIG. 3 illustrates a slideable electronic device (2) in a state where the screen is extended. The state where the screen is not extended can be understood as the “closed state” of the slideable electronic device (2) in which the second housing (212) is not moved in the first direction (①) relative to the first housing (211). In various embodiments, in the closed state of the slideable electronic device (2), the first screen area formed by the first area (221) of the flexible display module (22) may provide (or form) the screen of the slideable electronic device (2). The movement of the second housing (212) in at least a portion of the first direction (①) relative to the first housing (211) can be understood as “slide-out” of the second housing (212) or the flexible display module (22). The expanded screen state can be understood as the “open state” of the slideable electronic device (2) as a maximally moved state in which the second housing (212) is no longer moved in the first direction (①). In various embodiments, in the open state of the slideable electronic device (2), a screen of the slideable electronic device (2) may be provided (or formed) including a first screen area by the first region (221) of the flexible display module (22) and a second screen area by the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22). The movement of the second housing (212) at least partially in the second direction (②) opposite to the first direction (①) relative to the first housing (211) can be understood as a “slide-in” of the second housing (212) or the flexible display module (22). The first direction (①) can be understood as the direction of slide out, and the second direction (②) can be understood as the direction of slide in.

[0079] According to various embodiments, the screen of the slideable electronic device (2) in a closed state (e.g., a first screen area) and the screen of the slideable electronic device (2) in an open state (e.g., a first screen area and a second screen area) may be provided (or formed) substantially flat. The screen of the slideable electronic device (2) may provide (or form) at least a portion of the front of the slideable electronic device (2) and may, for example, face the positive direction of the z-axis. The rear of the slideable electronic device (2) may face the negative direction of the z-axis. Depending on the position or distance at which the second housing (212) is slid relative to the first housing (211), the size of the front and rear of the slideable electronic device (2) may vary.

[0080] According to various embodiments, the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22) may include a curved portion (also referred to as a bending portion or a curved surface) (e.g., the curved portion (B) of FIG. 4 and 5) configured to be at least partially bent when the second housing (212) slides relative to the first housing (211). The curved portion may be a part of the second region (222) that is substantially formed and maintained in a bent shape so that the second region (222) moves in a different direction when the second housing (212) slides relative to the first housing (211). When the second housing (212) slides relative to the first housing (211), the curved portion of the second region (222) may be provided (or formed) in substantially the same shape. Depending on the position or distance at which the second housing (212) is slid relative to the first housing (211), the position of the curved portion of the second region (222) may vary. Depending on the position or distance at which the second housing (212) is slid relative to the first housing (211), a portion of the second region (222) arranged as a curved portion may vary. The portion of the second region (222) between the curved portion and the first region (221) may increase when the second housing (212) slides out and decrease when the second housing (212) slides in. In the open state of the slideable electronic device (2), a second screen area may be provided through the portion of the second region (222) between the curved portion and the first region (221). The portion of the second region (222) between the curved portion and the first region (221) can be arranged substantially flat in a form that is smoothly connected to the first region (221) without lifting.

[0081] According to various embodiments, the first housing (211) may include a first frame (also referred to as a first frame structure, a first framework, or a first case) (F1). The first frame (F1) may be configured to accommodate and / or support a plurality of electrical components (also referred to as functional components) and / or one or more structural components. The first frame (F1) may include a first bracket (also referred to as a first support portion, a first support member, or a first support plate) (F11) and a first trim member (first side, a first side member, a first side member or side surface member, a first side structure or side surface structure, a first side wall portion, a first bezel, or a first side wall bezel (also referred to as a side wall bezel, or a first side wall bezel structure)) (F12). The first frame (F1) may be provided (or formed) as an integrated or single structure (e.g., a single continuous structure or a complete structure) comprising the first bracket (F11) and the first trim member (F12). The frame (F1) may be formed of a metallic material and / or a non-metallic material. A first region (221) of the flexible display module (22) may be placed (or coupled) to a first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1), and the first bracket (F11) may support the first region (221). A first edge member (F12) may extend from the first bracket (F11) or be connected to the first bracket (F11).The first edge member (F12) may provide (or form) a first lateral exterior of the slideable electronic device (2). The first edge member (F12) may include a first edge (also called a first side portion or side surface portion) (S1), a second edge (also called a second side portion) (S2), and / or a third edge (also called a third side portion) (S3). When viewed from above on the front (or screen) of the slideable electronic device (2) (e.g., when viewed in the negative direction of the z-coordinate axis), the second edge (S2) may extend in a first direction (①) from one end of the first edge (S1), and the third edge (S3) may extend in a first direction (①) from the other end of the first edge (S1). When viewed from above on the front (or screen) of the slideable electronic device (2), the second edge (S2) and the third edge (S3) may be substantially parallel to each other and substantially perpendicular to the first edge (S1). The first edge (S1) may provide (or form) at least a portion of the first housing (211) or the first side of the slideable electronic device (2) facing the second direction (②). The second edge (S2) may provide (or form) at least a portion of the first housing (211) or the second side of the slideable electronic device (2) facing the third direction (③) (e.g., the negative direction of the x-axis). The third direction (③) may be orthogonal to the first direction (①) and may be orthogonal to the direction in which the front (or screen) of the slideable electronic device (2) faces. The third edge (S3) may provide (or form) at least a portion of the third side of the first housing (211) or slideable electronic device (2) facing the fourth direction (④) (e.g., the positive direction of the x-axis) opposite to the third direction (③).

[0082] According to various embodiments, the first housing (211) may include a first rear cover (also called a first back cover or first rear plate) (C1) disposed on (or coupled to) a first frame (F1) (e.g., a first bracket (F11) and / or a first rim member (F12)). The first rear cover (C1) may be located on the opposite side of the front (or screen) of the slideable electronic device (2). The first rear cover (C1) may provide (or form) a first rear exterior of the slideable electronic device (2).

[0083] According to various embodiments, the first housing (211) may include a first cover member (C3) disposed (or coupled) to the first frame (F1). The first cover member (C3) may prevent internal components located in a part of the first bracket (F11) between the first rear cover (C1) of the first housing (211) and the second rear cover (C2) of the second housing (212) from being visually exposed to the outside when the slideable electronic device (2) is in an open state. When the slideable electronic device (2) is in an open state, the first cover member (C3) may provide (or form) a part of the rear of the slideable electronic device (2) (e.g., a third rear appearance). The first cover member (C3) may not be visually exposed to the outside when the slideable electronic device (2) is in an open state. In various embodiments, an all-or-one cover structure (e.g., a single continuous cover structure or a complete cover structure) replacing the first rear cover (C1) and the first cover member (C3) may be provided (or formed).

[0084] According to various embodiments, the first edge member (F12) of the first frame (F1) may include a first conductor (also referred to as a first conductive structure, a first metal structure, a first outer conductor, a first outer conductive structure, or a first outer metal structure), and a first nonconductor (also referred to as a first nonconductive structure, a first nonmetal structure, a first outer nonconductive structure, a first outer nonconductive structure, or a first outer nonmetal structure) combined (e.g., bonded) with the first conductor. The first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1) may include a second conductor (also referred to as a second conductive structure, a second metal structure, a second inner conductor, a second inner conductive structure, or a second inner metal structure), and a second non-conductor (also referred to as a second non-conductive structure, a second non-metal structure, a second inner non-conductive structure, a second inner non-conductive structure, or a second inner non-metal structure) combined (e.g., bonded) with the second conductor. The first frame (F1) may include an integral or single metal structure (e.g., a single continuous metal structure or a complete metal structure) comprising the first conductor and the second conductor. The first frame (F1) may include an integral or single non-metal structure (e.g., a single continuous non-metal structure or a complete non-metal structure) comprising the first non-conductor and the second non-conductor.

[0085] According to various embodiments, a first conductor included in a first rim member (F12) of a first frame (F1) may include a plurality of conductive parts (also called metal parts) and a plurality of segmented parts (also called gaps) between the plurality of conductive parts. A first nonconductor included in a first rim member (F12) of a first frame (F1) may include a plurality of nonconductive parts (also called non-metal parts) disposed (e.g., filled) in the plurality of segmented parts of the first conductor. The plurality of nonconductive parts may include, for example, a first nonconductive part (301), a second nonconductive part (302), and / or a third nonconductive part (303). The first nonconductive part (301) may be included in the first rim (S1) of the first rim member (F12). The second non-conductive portion (302) may be included in the second edge (S2) of the first edge member (F12). The third non-conductive portion (303) may be included in the third edge (S3) of the first edge member (F12). The location or number of the plurality of conductive portions and the plurality of non-conductive portions included in the first edge member (F12) are not limited to the illustrated example.

[0086] According to various embodiments, the second housing (212) may include a second frame (also referred to as a second frame structure, second framework, or second case) (F2). The second frame (F2) may be configured to accommodate and / or support a plurality of electrical components (also referred to as functional components) and / or one or more structural components. The second frame (F2) may include a second bracket (also referred to as a second support member, second support member, or second support plate) (F21) and a second rim member (also referred to as a second side, second side member, second side member, second side structure, second side wall member, second bezel, second side wall bezel, or second side wall bezel structure) (F22). The second frame (F2) may be provided (or formed) as an integral or single structure (e.g., a single continuous structure or a complete structure) comprising the second bracket (F21) and the second edge member (F22). The second frame (F2) may be formed of a metallic material and / or a non-metallic material. The second frame (F2) may provide (or form) a space into which the first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1) can be inserted due to the second bracket (F21) and the second edge member (F22). When viewed from above on the front (or screen) of the slideable electronic device (2), or in a direction orthogonal to the first rear cover (C1) (e.g., a direction parallel to the z-axis), the first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1) and the second bracket (F12) of the second frame (F2) may overlap. The area where the first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1) and the second bracket (F12) of the second frame (F2) overlap may increase when the second housing (212) slides in and decrease when the second housing (212) slides out. The second edge member (F22) may extend from the second bracket (F21) or be connected to the second bracket (F21).The second edge member (F22) may provide (or form) a second side appearance of the slideable electronic device (2). The second edge member (F22) may include a fourth edge (also called a fourth side part) (S4), a fifth edge (also called a fifth side part) (S5), and / or a sixth edge (also called a sixth side part) (S6). The fourth edge (S4) may be positioned spaced apart from the first edge (S1) of the first frame (F1) in a first direction (①) and may be substantially parallel to the first edge (S1). When viewed from above on the front (or screen) of the slideable electronic device (2), the fifth edge (S5) may extend in a second direction (②) from one end of the fourth edge (S4), and the sixth edge (S6) may extend in a second direction (②) from the other end of the fourth edge (S4). When viewed from above on the front (or screen) of the slideable electronic device (2), the fifth edge (S5) and the sixth edge (S6) may be substantially parallel to each other and substantially perpendicular to the fourth edge (S4). The fourth edge (S4) may provide (or form) at least a portion of the second housing (212) or the fourth side of the slideable electronic device (2) facing in a first direction (①). The fifth edge (S5) may provide (or form) at least a portion of the fifth side of the second housing (212) or slideable electronic device (2) facing the third direction (③). The sixth edge (S6) may provide (or form) at least a portion of the sixth side of the second housing (212) or slideable electronic device (2) facing the fourth direction (④).When the second housing (212) slides out, the distance between the first edge (S1) of the first frame (F1) and the fourth edge (S4) of the second frame (F2), the distance between the second edge (S2) of the first frame (F1) and the fifth edge (S5) of the second frame (F2), and the distance between the third edge (S3) of the first frame (F1) and the sixth edge (S6) of the second frame (F2) may increase. In the closed state of the slideable electronic device (2), the second edge (S2) of the first frame (F1) and the fifth edge (S5) of the second frame (F2) may come into contact with each other and may provide (or form) at least a part of one side of the slideable electronic device (2) facing the third direction (③). In the closed state of the sliderable electronic device (2), the third edge (S3) of the first frame (F1) and the sixth edge (S5) of the second frame (F2) may come into contact with each other and may provide (or form) at least a portion of the other side of the sliderable electronic device (2) facing the fourth direction (④). In the closed state of the sliderable electronic device (2), the boundary between the second edge (S2) of the first frame (F1) and the fifth edge (S5) of the second frame (F2) may be implemented to reduce the step difference or to have no step difference substantially. In the closed state of the sliderable electronic device (2), the boundary between the third edge (S3) of the first frame (F1) and the sixth edge (S6) of the second frame (F2) may be implemented to reduce the step difference or to have no step difference substantially. In the closed state of the slideable electronic device (2), the first edge member (F12) of the first frame (F1) and the second edge member (F22) of the second frame (F2) may provide (or form) a bezel, a side wall bezel, or a side wall bezel structure that surrounds the space between the front (or screen) of the slideable electronic device (2) and the rear of the slideable electronic device (2).

[0087] According to various embodiments, the second housing (212) may include a second rear cover (also referred to as a second back cover or second rear plate) (C2) disposed (or coupled) to the second frame (F2) (e.g., a second bracket (F21) and / or a second rim member (F22)). The second rear cover (C2) may be located on the opposite side of the front (or screen) of the slideable electronic device (2). The second rear cover (C2) may provide (or form) a second rear appearance of the slideable electronic device (2). When viewed from above (e.g., in the positive direction of the z-axis), the first rear cover (C1) and the second rear cover (C2) may not overlap. When viewed from above the first rear cover (C1) or the second rear cover (C2), it can be understood as being the same as when viewed in a direction orthogonal to the first rear cover (C1) or the second rear cover (C2) (e.g., a direction parallel to the z-axis). The distance between the first rear cover (C1) and the second rear cover (C2) may decrease when the second housing (212) slides in and increase when the second housing (212) slides out.

[0088] According to various embodiments, a second frame (F2) may be implemented in a substantially identical or similar manner to the first frame (F1) which includes a first conductor and a first non-conductor included in a first edge member (F12), and the first frame (F1) which includes a second conductor and a second non-conductor included in a first bracket (F11).

[0089] According to various embodiments, the first frame (F1) may include a first boundary (E1). The first boundary (E1) may extend between the second boundary (S2) and the third boundary (S3) of the first edge member (F12). When viewed from above on the rear of the slideable electronic device (2) (e.g., in the positive direction of the z-axis), the first boundary (E1) may be substantially parallel to the first boundary (S1) and substantially perpendicular to the second boundary (S2) and the third boundary (S3). When viewed from above on the rear of the slideable electronic device (2), it may be understood as being the same as when viewed from above the first rear cover (C1) or the second rear cover (C2), or when viewed in a direction orthogonal to the first rear cover (C1) or the second rear cover (C2). The first rear cover (C1) may be surrounded by a first edge (S1), a second edge (S2), a third edge (S3), and a first boundary (E1). The first rear cover (C1) and the first boundary (E1) may provide (or form) a portion of the rear of the slideable electronic device (2). The first boundary (E1) may be understood as a first boundary area of ​​a first frame (F1) between the first rear cover (C1) and the second rear cover (C2).

[0090] According to various embodiments, the second frame (F2) may include a second boundary (E2). The second boundary (E2) may extend between the fifth edge (S5) and the sixth edge (S6) of the second edge member (F22). When viewed from above on the rear of the slideable electronic device (2), the second boundary (E2) may be substantially parallel to the fourth edge (S4) and substantially perpendicular to the fifth edge (S5) and the sixth edge (S6). The second rear cover (C2) may be surrounded by the fourth edge (S4), the fifth edge (S5), the sixth edge (S6), and the second boundary (E2). The second rear cover (C2) and the second boundary (E2) may provide (or form) a portion of the rear of the slideable electronic device (2). The second boundary portion (E2) can be understood as the second boundary area of ​​the second frame (F1) between the first rear cover (C1) and the second rear cover (C2). In the closed state of the slideable electronic device (2), the first boundary portion (E1) of the first frame (F1) and the second boundary portion (E2) of the second frame (F2) may come into contact with each other. In the closed state of the slideable electronic device (2), the step difference between the first boundary portion (E1) of the first frame (F1) and the second boundary portion (E2) of the second frame (F2) may be reduced or substantially eliminated.

[0091] According to various embodiments, the first frame (F1) may be provided (or formed) in a form where the first boundary (E1) is omitted, and the second frame (F2) may be provided (or formed) in a form where the second boundary (E2) is omitted. In the closed state of the slideable electronic device (2), the first rear cover (C1) and the second rear cover (C2) may be in contact with each other and may at least provide (or form) the rear of the slideable electronic device (2) facing in a direction opposite to the front (or screen) of the slideable electronic device (2). In the closed state of the slideable electronic device (2), the boundary between the first rear cover (C1) and the second rear cover (C2) may be implemented to reduce the step or to have substantially no step.

[0092] According to various embodiments, the first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1) and the second bracket (F21) of the second frame (F2) can be understood as a "bracket structure (2101)" of the sliderable housing (21) or sliderable electronic device (2) (see FIG. 4 and 5). The first rim member (F12) of the first frame (F1) and the second rim member (F22) of the second frame (F2) can be understood as a "rim member structure (2102)" of the sliderable electronic device (21) or sliderable electronic device (2) (see FIG. 4 and 5). The first rear cover (C1) of the first housing (211) and the second rear cover (C2) of the second housing (212) can be understood as a "rear cover structure (2103)" of the sliderable housing (21) or sliderable electronic device (2).

[0093] According to various embodiments, the first edge (S1) of the first frame (F1) can be understood as the "top portion" of the slideable housing (21) or the slideable electronic device (2), and the fourth edge (S4) of the second frame (F2) can be understood as the "bottom portion" of the slideable housing (21) or the slideable electronic device (2). In various embodiments, the second edge (S2) of the first frame (F1) and the fifth edge (S5) of the second frame (F2) can be understood as a "side portion (S25)" of the sliderable housing (21) or the sliderable electronic device (2) (see FIG. 2 and 3), and the third edge (S3) of the first frame (F1) and the sixth edge (S6) of the second frame (F2) can be understood as a "other side portion (S36)" of the sliderable housing (21) or the sliderable electronic device (2) (see FIG. 2 and 3).

[0094] According to various embodiments, the second housing (212) may include a third frame (also referred to as a third bracket, third frame structure, third framework, third case, third support, or third support plate) (F3). The third frame (F3) may be located in the space of the second frame (F2) provided (or formed) by the second bracket (F11) and the second rim member (F12). The third frame (F3) may be understood as a structural component for placing and / or supporting a plurality of electrical components and / or one or more structural components. The third frame (F3) may be combined with the second frame (F2). The third frame (F3) may be positioned, for example, between the fifth edge (S5) and the sixth edge (S6) of the second edge member (F22) of the second frame (F2) when viewed from above on the front of the slideable electronic device (2), and may be connected to the fifth edge (S5) and the sixth edge (S6). The third frame (F3) may overlap with the second bracket (F21) of the second frame (F2) when viewed from above on the front of the slideable electronic device (2).

[0095] According to various embodiments, a combination of the second frame (F2) and the third frame (F3) may be connected to the first housing (211) so as to be able to slide (e.g., translational motion in the first direction (①) and the second direction (②)) with respect to the first housing (211). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a sliding structure (also referred to as a sliding drive structure) for mutually stable sliding between the combination of the second frame (F2) and the third frame (F3) and the first housing (211). The sliding structure may be provided (or formed) with respect to, for example, the first housing (211) and the second housing (212), or provided (or formed) with respect to the first housing (211) and the third frame (F3). Mutual sliding between the first housing (211) and the second housing (212) can substantially be understood as mutual sliding between the first housing (211) and the third frame (F3) (or a combination of the second frame (F2) and the third frame (F3). When viewed from above on the front of the slideable electronic device (2), the area where the first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1) and the third frame (F3) overlap is reduced when the third frame (F3) slides out relative to the first frame (F1) and can be increased when the third frame (F3) slides in relative to the first frame (F1).

[0096] According to various embodiments, the first frame (F1) of the first housing (211) and the third frame (F3) of the second housing (212) may be slidably connected to each other. The slideable electronic device (2) may include a movable assembly comprising the first frame (F1) and the third frame (F3) slidably connected to each other, and a flexible display module (22) motively positioned on the first frame (F1) and the third frame (F3). In the movable assembly, the third frame (F3) of the second housing (212) may be understood as an "inner housing," "inner support," "inner support member," "inner support structure," or "inner support structure" located and concealed inside the slideable electronic device (2). The combination of the second frame (F2) and the second rear cover (C2) of the second housing (212) can be understood as an "exterior part," "cover part," or "exterior housing" for the movable assembly in relation to the third frame (F3) of the second housing (212). In various embodiments, the third frame (F3) may be understood as a "third housing" distinct from the second housing (212).

[0097] According to various embodiments, a sliding structure (also referred to as a sliding drive structure) for mutual sliding between a first housing (211) and a second housing (212) may include a sliding drive device (530) (see FIG. 5) capable of providing driving force from an electrical signal. The sliding drive device (530) may include, for example, a motor and at least one gear drivenly connected to the motor. When a signal (e.g., a driving signal) is generated through an input module or sensor module included in the slideable electronic device (2), the sliding drive device (530) may provide driving force capable of switching the slideable electronic device (2) between a closed state and an open state.

[0098] According to various embodiments, the third frame (F3) may be configured to be movable in a first direction (①) or a second direction (②) relative to the first frame (F11) and to support a second region (222) of the flexible display (22). The third frame (F3) may include a first support surface (F31) and a second support surface (F32) configured to support the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22). The first support surface (F31) of the third frame (F3) may include a plane (or plane region) that substantially faces the direction in which the front of the slideable electronic device (2) faces. When viewed from above on the front of the slideable electronic device (2), the area where the first support surface (F31) of the third frame (F3) faces the first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1) may decrease when the third frame (F3) slides out relative to the first frame (F1) and may increase when the third frame (F3) slides in relative to the first frame (F1). In the closed or open state of the slideable electronic device (2), or during the sliding of the third frame (F3) relative to the first frame (F1), at least a portion of the first support surface (F31) of the third frame (F3) that overlaps and faces the first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1) may support the first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1). The first support surface (F31) of the third frame (F3) can support a portion of the second area (222) of the flexible display module (22) that provides a screen during the open state of the slideable electronic device (2) or during the sliding of the third frame (F3) relative to the first frame (F1). The first support surface (F31) of the third frame (F3) can support, for example, a portion of the second area (222) of the flexible display module (22) that provides a second screen area.When the third frame (F3) slides out relative to the first frame (F1), the area supporting the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22) can be increased so that the first support surface (F31) of the third frame (F3) is not obscured by the first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1). The second support surface (F32) of the third frame (F3) may face the curved portion (B) of the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22) and may include a curved surface (also referred to as a curved region or a curved support region) corresponding to the curved portion (B). The second support surface (F32) of the third frame (F3) may be configured to support the curved portion (B) of the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22). The second support surface (F32) of the third frame (F3) may be positioned corresponding to the fourth edge (S4) of the second frame (F2). The curved portion (B) of the flexible display module (22) may be positioned between the fourth edge (S4) of the second frame (F2) and the second support surface (F32) of the third frame (F3). In the slide-out of the third frame (F3) relative to the first frame (F1), due to the relative position between the first frame (F1) combined with the first region (221) of the flexible display module (22) and the third frame (F3) corresponding to the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22), at least a portion of the second region (222) can be pulled out from the inside to the outside of the slideable electronic device (2) through the curved space between the fourth edge (S4) of the second frame (F2) and the second support surface (F32) of the third frame (F3).In the slide-in of the third frame (F3) relative to the first frame (F1), due to the relative position between the first frame (F1) combined with the first region (221) of the flexible display module (22) and the second frame (F3) corresponding to the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22), at least a portion of the second region (222) can be drawn into the interior of the slideable electronic device (2) through the curved space between the fourth edge (S4) of the second frame (F2) and the second support surface (F32) of the third frame (F3).

[0099] According to various embodiments, a rotating member (not separately shown), such as a roller or a pulley, may be positioned in place of the portion of the third frame (F3) that provides the second support surface (F32). For example, one end and the other end of the rotation axis of the rotating member may be rotatably coupled to the second frame (F2) and / or the third frame (F3). In various embodiments, the rotating member may be understood as a curved member, a curved support member, or a curved support structure rotatably implemented based on friction with the display support structure (510).

[0100] According to various embodiments, a display support structure (also referred to as a display support member) (510) may be placed (or coupled) to the back surface of a flexible display module (22). The display support structure (510) may be configured to support a second region (222) of the flexible display module (22). The display support structure (510) may be positioned between the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22) and the first support surface (F31) of the third frame (F3) to support the second region (222). When the third frame (F3) slides out relative to the first frame (F1), the area where the first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1) and the first support surface (F31) of the third frame (F3) overlap is reduced, and the area of ​​the first support surface (F31) of the third frame (F3) that supports the display support structure (510) or faces the display support structure (510) may be increased. When the third frame (F3) slides in relative to the first frame (F1), the area where the first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1) and the first support surface (F31) of the third frame (F3) overlap is increased, and the area of ​​the first support surface (F31) of the third frame (F3) that supports the display support structure (510) or faces the display support structure (510) may be reduced. The display support structure (510) may support the curved portion (B) of the flexible display module (22) or face the curved portion (B) between the curved portion (B) of the flexible display module (22) and the second support surface (F32) of the third frame (F3). In various embodiments, during the slide-out or slide-in of the third frame (F3) relative to the first frame (F1), the third frame (F3) and the display support structure (510) may move while rubbing against each other. The display support structure (510) can improve the provision of a smooth screen by reducing the phenomenon of the screen lifting due to the elasticity of the flexible display module (22).The display support structure (510) supports the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22) so that the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22) does not lift due to the elasticity of the flexible display module (22), thereby improving the maintenance of the second region (222) in a form that is smoothly connected to the first region (221). The display support structure (510) may be configured to support the second region (222) so that the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22) is maintained in a form that is smoothly connected to the first region (221) of the flexible display module (22). The display support structure (510) can improve the smooth movement of the flexible display module (22) when the third frame (F3) slides relative to the first frame (F1). The display support structure (510) can improve the movement of the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22) while maintaining a smooth connection with the first region (221) of the flexible display module (22) when sliding the third frame (F3) relative to the first frame (F1), for example.

[0101] According to various embodiments, the display support structure (510) may include a multi-bar structure (or, multi-bar or multi-bar assembly). The multi-bar structure may include a plurality of support bars extending in a direction parallel to, for example, a third direction (③) or a fourth direction (④) (e.g., the negative and positive directions of the x-axis). The multi-bar structure may include a configuration in which the plurality of support bars are arranged on a side opposite to one side of the display support structure (510) facing the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22). The multi-bar structure may be placed (or coupled) to the back surface of the flexible display module (22). The multi-bar structure may have flexibility, for example, due to portions having a relatively thin thickness between the plurality of support bars. The multi-bar structure may be provided, for example, without a portion connecting two adjacent support bars. The multi-bar structure may also be referred to by other terms such as "flexible track." The display support structure (510) may include a metallic material such as stainless steel and / or a non-metallic material such as a polymer.

[0102] According to various embodiments, the slideable electronic device (2) may include a first sliding support structure (521) and a second sliding support structure (522). The first sliding support structure (521) may include a first guide rail and a first linear motion guide. The second sliding support structure (522) may include a second guide rail and a second linear motion guide. The first guide rail and the second guide rail may be configured to guide the movement of the display support structure (510). The first guide rail may include a first rail portion on which one side of the display support structure (510) is positioned to guide its movement. The second guide rail may include a second rail portion on which the other side of the display support structure (510) is positioned to guide its movement. The first rail portion and the second rail portion may include a recess that provides a pattern corresponding to the movement path of the flexible display module (22) when the third frame (F3) slides relative to the first frame (F1), for example. The display support structure (510) may include a plurality of first ends (e.g., first pins) and a plurality of second ends (e.g., second pins) that extend from or are connected to a plurality of support bars. The plurality of support bars may be positioned between the plurality of first ends and the plurality of second ends. The plurality of first ends may be inserted into the first rail portion of the first guide rail, and the plurality of second ends may be inserted into the second rail portion of the second guide rail. The plurality of first ends and the plurality of second ends may be understood as both ends included in the plurality of support bars.The first guide rail may be positioned between the fifth edge (S5) of the third frame (F3) and the second frame (F2), and may be coupled to the fifth edge (S5) of the third frame (F3) and the second frame (F2) through mechanical fastening, such as screw fastening. The second guide rail may be positioned between the sixth edge (S6) of the third frame (F3) and the second frame (F2), and may be coupled to the sixth edge (S6) of the third frame (F3) and the second frame (F2) through mechanical fastening, such as screw fastening. The first LM guide and the second LM guide may be configured to provide stable and smooth mutual sliding between the third frame (F3) and the first frame (F1). The first LM guide and the second LM guide may connect the first frame (F1) and the third frame (F3). Through the first LM guide and the second LM guide, the third frame (F3) can be moved linearly in a first direction (①) or a second direction (②) smoothly and seamlessly relative to the first frame (F1). The first LM guide and the second LM guide may include a rail, a block, and / or a bearing. The rail may be in the form of a bar extending from a first end to a second end in a direction parallel to the first direction (①) (or the second direction (②)). The rail and the block may be slidably coupled to each other. A bearing may be positioned between the rail and the block to reduce friction between the rail and the block. The bearing may include, for example, a plurality of bearing balls and a retainer configured to reduce or prevent the disengagement of the plurality of bearing balls. In various embodiments, the block may be provided in a form including a bearing.A first end of the rail of the first LM guide is coupled to the second edge (S2) of the first frame (F11), and a block of the first LM guide may be placed (or coupled) on one side of the third frame (F3) corresponding to the first guide rail. The first guide rail may include a first recess provided corresponding to the rail of the first LM guide. When the third frame (F3) coupled with the block of the first LM guide slides out or slides in relative to the first frame (F1) coupled with the rail, the first recess may prevent the first guide rail and the rail of the first LM guide from interfering with each other. A first end of the rail of the second LM guide is coupled to the third edge (S3) of the first frame (F1), and a block of the second LM guide may be placed (or coupled) on one side of the third frame (F3) corresponding to the second guide rail. The second guide rail may include a second recess provided corresponding to the rail of the second LM guide. When the third frame (F3), coupled with the block of the second LM guide, slides out or slides in relative to the first frame (F1) coupled with the rail, the second recess may prevent the second guide rail and the rail of the second LM guide from interfering with each other. Depending on the relative position between the third frame (F3) and the first frame (F1), the degree to which the rail of the first LM guide is positioned in the first recess of the first guide rail and the degree to which the rail of the second LM guide is positioned in the second recess of the second guide rail may vary. A structure for smooth mutual sliding between the third frame (F3) and the first frame (F1) may be provided in various other ways.

[0103] According to various embodiments, the sliding drive device (530) may include a motor assembly, a circular gear (or round gear) (also called a rotary gear, pinion, or pinion gear), and a linear gear (or linear gear structure) (also called a rack or rack gear). The motor assembly may provide power (or driving force) for sliding the third frame (F3) relative to the first frame (F1). The battery (43) may be electrically connected to the first PCB (41) (see FIG. 5). When a signal (e.g., a driving signal) is generated through an input module included in the slideable electronic device (2), the slideable electronic device (2) may be switched from a closed state to an open state, or from an open state to a closed state, due to the power provided by the motor assembly. For example, when a signal is generated through a hardware button or a software button provided via a screen, the slideable electronic device (2) may be switched from a closed state to an open state or from an open state to a closed state due to the power provided by the motor assembly. In various embodiments, when a signal is generated from various sensors, such as a pressure sensor, the slideable electronic device (2) may be switched from a closed state to an open state or from an open state to a closed state due to the power provided by the motor assembly. When the third frame (F3) is slid relative to the first frame (F1) due to the power provided by the motor assembly, the first guide rail and the second guide rail coupled to the third frame (F3) may be moved together with the third frame (F3).When the first guide rail and the second guide rail are moved in the sliding direction of the third frame (F3) (e.g., the first direction (①) or the second direction (②)), a change in relative position between the first guide rail and one side of the display support structure (510) located on the first guide rail (e.g., the first ends of the plurality of support bars), and a change in relative position between the second guide rail and the other side of the display support structure (510) located on the second guide rail (e.g., the second ends of the plurality of support bars) may occur. Since the first region (221) of the flexible display module (22) is coupled to the first frame (F1) and the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22) is coupled to the display support structure (510), the relative position change between the first frame (F1) and the third frame (F3), the relative position change between the first guide rail and one side of the display support structure (510), and the relative position change between the second guide rail and the other side of the display support structure (510) can act as a force that moves the part of the display support structure (510) where the second region (222) of the flexible display module (22) is placed. In various embodiments, the motor assembly may be placed (or coupled) to the first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1), and the linear gear may be placed (or coupled) to the third frame (F3). A circular gear can be connected to the rotation axis of a motor assembly. The circular gear may include, for example, a rotating body in the form of a circular cylinder or a disc, and a plurality of gear teeth formed along the circumference of the rotating body. A linear gear may be a gear structure comprising a plurality of gear teeth that are linearly arranged in the sliding direction of a third frame (F3) relative to a first frame (F1).A linear gear may be placed (or coupled) to the third frame (F3) so as not to interfere with the sliding of the third frame (F3) relative to the first frame (F1). The circular gear and the linear gear may be placed in an engaged state. The circular gear may rotate by the motor assembly, and the linear gear engaged with the circular gear may move linearly. The rotational motion of the circular gear is converted into the linear motion of the linear gear, so that the third frame (F3) coupled with the linear gear may slide relative to the first frame (F1) coupled with the motor assembly. In various embodiments, the motor assembly may be placed (or coupled) to the third frame (F3), and the linear gear may be placed (or coupled) to the first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1).

[0104] According to various embodiments, the slideable electronic device (2) may include a first PCB (41) (see FIG. 5) disposed (or coupled) to a first bracket (F11) of a first frame (F1). The first PCB (41) may be positioned between the first bracket (F11) and the first rear cover (C1).

[0105] According to various embodiments, the slideable electronic device (2) may include a second PCB (42) (see FIG. 5) disposed (or coupled) to a first bracket (F21) of a second frame (F2). The second PCB (42) may be positioned between the first bracket (F21) and the second rear cover (C2). The first PCB (41) and the second PCB (42) may be electrically connected.

[0106] According to various embodiments, the second housing (212) may include a second cover member (C4) disposed (or coupled) to the third frame (F3). The second cover member (C4) may be located on the opposite side from the front (or screen) of the slideable electronic device (2). The third frame (F3) may include a recess that is cut in the direction in which the front (or screen) of the slideable electronic device (2) faces. A battery (43) (see FIG. 5) is disposed in the recess of the third frame (F3), and the second cover member (C3) may cover the battery (43). The battery (43) may be electrically connected to the first PCB (41).

[0107] According to various embodiments, the slideable electronic device (2) may include a ground structure. The ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2) may include, for example, a first conductor included in a first edge member (F12) of a first frame (F1) and a second conductor included in a first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1). The ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2) may include, for example, a conductive structure (also called a metal structure) included in a second frame (F2). The ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2) may include, for example, a ground region included in at least one PCB (e.g., a first PCB (41) and / or a second PCB (42)). The ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2) may include, for example, a conductor (e.g., a ground plane or an electromagnetic shielding layer) included in a flexible display module (22). The conductor included in the ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2) may be diverse in addition to the above. The ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2) may be configured to reduce or prevent electromagnetic interference (EMI) to the electrical elements included in the slideable electronic device (2). The ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2) may be configured to reduce or prevent the electromagnetic effect of noise from the outside of the slideable electronic device (2) on the electrical elements included in the slideable electronic device (2). The ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2) may be configured to reduce or prevent electromagnetic interference between the electrical elements included in the slideable electronic device (2).

[0108] According to various embodiments, the slideable electronic device (2) may include a first conductive region (not otherwise shown) and a second conductive region (not otherwise shown). The first conductive region and the second conductive region may be electrically connected or electrically and physically connected. In various embodiments of the present disclosure, where the first conductive region is configured to substantially radiate electromagnetic waves, the first conductive region in the combination of the first conductive region and the second conductive region may be defined or understood as a radiating part (or, antenna radiating part, radiator, or antenna radiator), and the second conductive region in the combination of the first conductive region and the second conductive region may be interpreted or understood as a ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2) distinct from the radiating part. In various embodiments of the present disclosure, where the first conductive region is configured to substantially radiate electromagnetic waves, the combination of the first conductive region and the second conductive region may be interpreted or understood as a ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2), and the first conductive region may be interpreted or understood as a radiating portion implemented through a part of the ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2). In various embodiments, where the first conductive region is configured to substantially radiate electromagnetic waves, the second conductive region may operate as an antenna ground that exerts an electromagnetic effect on the first conductive region (e.g., an antenna radiator). The antenna ground may be configured to ensure antenna radiation performance (or radio wave transmission / reception performance or communication performance) and / or coverage with respect to the antenna radiator. The antenna ground may, for example, reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI) or signal loss with respect to the antenna radiator.

[0109] According to various embodiments, a portion of the ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2) may be configured to operate as a radiating part (or, antenna radiating part, radiator, or antenna radiator). A portion of the ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2) may be electrically connected to a wireless communication circuit (e.g., a wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1) disposed on a PCB (e.g., a first PCB (41)) and surface-mounted. A portion of the ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2) may receive (or be fed) an electromagnetic signal (or, radio signal, RF (radio frequency) signal, or radiated current) from the wireless communication circuit and operate as a radiating part (e.g., a resonator). Another portion of the ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2) may be formed as an antenna ground that exerts an electromagnetic influence on at least one antenna radiator.

[0110] According to various embodiments, the slideable electronic device (2) may be configured to transmit and / or receive an electromagnetic signal through at least a portion of a first conductor included in the first edge member (F12) of the first frame (F1). The slideable electronic device (2) may be configured to transmit and / or receive an electromagnetic signal through at least a portion of a first conductor included in the first edge member (F12) of the first frame (F1). The portion of the ground structure configured to operate as an antenna radiator may vary further.

[0111] According to various embodiments, a wireless communication circuit (e.g., the wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1) may be configured to process a transmitted signal or a received signal in at least one designated or selected frequency band through at least one radiating part (or, antenna radiating part, radiator, or antenna radiator). The designated or selected frequency band may include, for example, a low band (LB) (about 600 MHz (megahertz) to about 1 GHz (gigahertz), a middle band (MB) (about 1 GHz to about 2.3 GHz), a high band (HB) (about 2.3 GHz to about 2.7 GHz), or an ultra-high band (UHB) (about 2.7 GHz to about 6 GHz), but is not limited thereto.

[0112] According to various embodiments, the slideable electronic device (2) may include at least one camera module. The slideable electronic device (2) may include, for example, a first camera module (231) and / or a second camera module (232) disposed (or coupled) to a first bracket (F11) of a first housing (211). In various embodiments, the first camera module (231) and the second camera module (232) may be coupled to the first bracket (F11) of the first housing (211) through a camera bracket (25) (see FIG. 5 and 6). The first camera module (231) and the second camera module (232) are placed (or coupled) to the camera bracket (25), and the camera bracket (25) can support the first camera module (231) and the second camera module (232) so that the first camera module (231) and the second camera module (232) can be stably placed on the first bracket (F11).

[0113] According to various embodiments, the first camera module (231) may be positioned within the first housing (211) so as to be aligned with a first light-transmitting member (241) disposed (or coupled) to the first rear cover (C1) of the first housing (211). The first camera module (231) may be understood as a first rear camera module. The second camera module (232) may be positioned within the first housing (211) so as to be aligned with a second light-transmitting member (242) that is placed (or coupled) to the first rear cover (C1) of the first housing (211). The second camera module (232) may be understood as a second rear camera module. When viewed from above the first rear cover (C1) (e.g., in the positive direction of the z-axis), or in a direction orthogonal to the first rear cover (C1) (e.g., in a direction parallel to the z-axis), the first light-transmitting member (241) may be aligned and overlapped with the first camera module (231), and the second light-transmitting member (242) may be aligned and overlapped with the second camera module (232). External light may reach the first camera module (231) through the first light-transmitting member (241), and the second The second camera module (232) can be reached through the light-transmitting member (242).

[0114] According to various embodiments, when viewed from above the first rear cover (C1) or in a direction orthogonal to the first rear cover (C1), the first rear cover (C1) may include a first camera hole (e.g., the first opening (H1) in FIG. 6) superimposed on the first camera module (231) and a second camera hole (e.g., the third opening) superimposed on the second camera module (232). A first light-transmitting member (241) may be positioned in the first camera hole to block the first camera hole of the first rear cover (C1), and a second light-transmitting member (242) may be positioned in the second camera hole to block the second camera hole of the first rear cover (C1). The first light-transmitting member (241) can protect the first camera module (231) from the outside, and the second light-transmitting member (242) can protect the second camera module (232) from the outside. The first light-transmitting member (241) can reduce or prevent external foreign substances, such as moisture and / or dust, from entering the interior of the slideable electronic device (2) through the first camera hole. The second light-transmitting member (242) can reduce or prevent external foreign substances, such as moisture and / or dust, from entering the interior of the slideable electronic device (2) through the second camera hole.

[0115] According to various embodiments, the first camera module (231) may include a first lens portion (e.g., the first lens portion (2311) of FIG. 6) comprising at least one first circular lens (also referred to as a first circular lens element), and a first image sensor (e.g., the first image sensor (2312)). The first lens portion may be configured to focus external light onto the first image sensor. The first image sensor may be configured to generate an electrical signal regarding image data from the light. In order to reduce or prevent the first rear cover (C1) from interfering with external light being focused to the first image sensor through the first lens portion, the first camera hole (e.g., the first opening (H1) in FIG. 6) of the first rear cover (C1) and the first light-transmitting member (241) located in the first camera hole may be circular, corresponding to at least one first circular lens, and aligned with the first optical axis of the first lens portion (e.g., the first optical axis (2315) in FIG. 6) when viewed from above the first rear cover (C1). The shape of the first camera hole and the first light-transmitting member (241) may not be limited to a circular shape. The optical axis may be understood as the axis of symmetry when the lens portion through which light passes has rotational symmetry. The optical axis may be understood as the path of light that does not cause birefringence. The optical axis can be understood as an axis that does not show optical difference even when the lens part is rotated.

[0116] According to various embodiments, the second camera module (232) may include a second lens portion comprising at least one second circular lens (also referred to as a second circular lens element) and a second image sensor. The second lens portion may be configured to focus external light onto the second image sensor. The second image sensor may be configured to generate an electrical signal regarding image data from the light. To reduce or prevent the first rear cover (C1) from interfering with the focus of external light onto the second image sensor through the second lens portion, the second camera hole of the first rear cover (C1) and the second light-transmitting member (242) located in the second camera hole may be circular, aligned with the second optical axis of the second lens portion when viewed from above the first rear cover (C1), and corresponding to at least one second circular lens. The shape of the second camera hole and the second light-transmitting member (242) may not be limited to a circular shape.

[0117] According to various embodiments, the first rear cover (C1) may be implemented to include a first light-transmitting region corresponding to the first camera module (231) in place of the first light-transmitting member (241). The first rear cover (C1) may be implemented to include a second light-transmitting region corresponding to the second camera module (232) in place of the second light-transmitting member (242).

[0118] According to various embodiments, the slideable electronic device (2) may include a light-emitting module (26). The light-emitting module (26) may include, for example, an LED or a xenon lamp, but is not limited thereto. The light-emitting module (26) may include a light source for a first camera module (231) and / or a second camera module (232). The light-emitting module (26) may be placed (or coupled) to a first bracket (F11) of a first housing (211). The light-emitting module (26) may be positioned within the first housing (211) so as to be aligned with a third light-transmitting member (243) placed (or coupled) to a first rear cover (C1) of the first housing (211). Light generated from the light-emitting module (26) may travel outward through the third light-transmitting member (243). When viewed from above the first rear cover (C1), or in a direction orthogonal to the first rear cover (C1), the first rear cover (C1) may include a flash hole that overlaps with the light-emitting module (26). A third light-transmitting member (243) may be positioned in the flash hole to block the flash hole of the first rear cover (C1). The third light-transmitting member (243) may protect the light-emitting module (26) from the outside. The third light-transmitting member (243) may reduce or prevent external foreign substances, such as moisture and / or dust, from entering the interior of the slideable electronic device (2) through the flash hole.

[0119] According to various embodiments, the first rear cover (C1) may be implemented to include a third light-transmitting region corresponding to the light-emitting module (26) in place of the third light-transmitting member (243).

[0120] According to various embodiments, the first light-transmitting member (241), the second light-transmitting member (242), and / or the third light-transmitting member (243) may be understood as part of the first rear cover (C1) of the first housing (211).

[0121] According to various embodiments, the slideable electronic device (2) may include a metal member (6). The metal member (6) may be positioned between the first bracket (F11) and the first rear cover (C1) corresponding to at least one camera module (e.g., the first camera module (231) and the second camera module (232)). The metal member (6) may be positioned at least partially between the at least one camera module (e.g., the first camera module (231) and the second camera module (232)) and the first rear cover (C1). In various embodiments, the metal member (6) may be placed (or coupled) to the first rear cover (C1). The metal member (6) may be coupled to the first rear cover (C1), for example, through an adhesive material or bonding material placed between the metal member (6) and the first rear cover (C1). The metal member (6) may be provided (or formed) in the form of a film or sheet, but is not limited thereto. In various embodiments, the metal member (6) may be supported by a first bracket (F11).

[0122] According to various embodiments, the metal member (6) may include a second opening (H2) (see FIG. 4 and 5) and a fourth opening (H4) (see FIG. 4 and 5). In a direction orthogonal to the first rear cover (C1), the second opening (H2) of the metal member (6) may be aligned and overlapped with a first light-transmitting member (241) disposed on the first rear cover (C1). In a direction orthogonal to the first rear cover (C1), the fourth opening (H4) of the metal member (6) may be aligned and overlapped with a second light-transmitting member (242) disposed on the first rear cover (C1). In order to reduce or prevent the metal member (6) from interfering with external light being focused to the first image sensor of the first camera module (231) through at least one first circular lens of the first camera module (231), the second opening (H2) of the metal member (6) may be aligned with the first optical axis of at least one first circular lens when viewed from above the first rear cover (C1) and may be circular, corresponding to at least one first circular lens. The shape of the second opening (H2) of the metal member (6) is not limited to being circular. In order to reduce or prevent the metal member (6) from interfering with external light being focused to the second image sensor of the second camera module (232) through at least one second circular lens of the second camera module (232), the fourth opening (H4) of the metal member (6), when viewed from above the first rear cover (C1), may be aligned with the second optical axis of at least one second circular lens and may be circular, corresponding to at least one second circular lens. The shape of the fourth opening (H4) of the metal member (6) is not limited to being circular.

[0123] According to various embodiments, when viewed from above the first rear cover (C1), the second opening (H2) of the metal member (6) may have a smaller radius than the first opening (H1) of the first rear cover (C1) (e.g., the first camera hole). When viewed from above the first rear cover (C1), the fourth opening (H4) of the metal member (6) may have a smaller radius than the first opening (C1) of the first rear cover (C1). When viewed from above the first rear cover (C1), it may have a smaller radius than the third opening (e.g., the second camera hole) of the first rear cover (C1). When viewed from above the first rear cover (C1), a portion of the metal member (6) including the second opening (H2) (e.g., portion (611) of FIG. 6) may be visually exposed or visible through a first light-transmitting member (241) disposed on the first rear cover (C1), which surrounds a portion of the first camera module (231) penetrating the second opening (H2) of the metal member (6). When viewed from above the first rear cover (C1), a portion of the metal member (6) including the fourth opening (H4) may be visually exposed or visible through a second light-transmitting member (242) disposed on the first rear cover (C1), which surrounds a portion of the second camera module (232) penetrating the fourth opening (H4) of the metal member (6). The metal member (6) is intended to provide visual aesthetics (e.g., decoration) to the first camera module (231) and the second camera module (232), and can be understood as camera deco (also called cam decom). The color of the metal member (6) may vary.

[0124] According to various embodiments, the first light-transmitting member (241) and / or the second light-transmitting member (242) may be disposed (or bonded) to the metal member (6). For example, an adhesive material or adhesive material may be disposed between the metal member (6) and the first light-transmitting member (241), and an adhesive material or adhesive material may be disposed between the metal member (6) and the second light-transmitting member (242).

[0125] According to various embodiments, a portion including a second opening (H2) of the metal member (6) (e.g., the protrusion (612) in FIG. 7) is inserted into a first camera hole (e.g., the first opening (H1) in FIG. 6) of the first rear cover (C1), and a first light-transmitting member (241) may be placed (or coupled) to the portion including the second opening (H2) of the metal member (6). A portion including a third opening (H3) of the metal member (6) is inserted into a second camera hole of the first rear cover (C1), and a second light-transmitting member (242) may be placed (or coupled) to the portion including the third opening (H3) of the metal member (6).

[0126] According to various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, the first rear cover (C1) may include a single camera hole replacing the first camera hole (e.g., the first opening (H1) in FIG. 6) and the second camera hole, and a single light-transmitting member replacing the first light-transmitting member (241) and the second light-transmitting member (242) may be disposed in the single camera hole. When viewed from above the first rear cover (C1), the metal member (6) may allow the decoration of the first camera module (231) and the second camera module (232) to be visually exposed or visible through the single camera hole of the first rear cover (C1) and the single light-transmitting member disposed in the single camera hole.

[0127] According to various embodiments, the metal member (6) may be supported by a support member (44) (see FIG. 4 and 5) located inside the first housing (211). The support member (44) may be located between the first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F11) and the first rear cover (C1). The support member (44) may be located at least partially between the first PCB (41) and the first rear cover (C1). The support member (44) may be joined to the first bracket (F11) and / or the first PCB (41) through mechanical fastening, such as screw fastening. The support member (44) may protect the first PCB (41). In a direction orthogonal to the first rear cover (C1), the metal member (6) may overlap with the support member (44). In various embodiments, the support member (44) may not overlap with the first camera module (231), the second camera module (232), and the light-emitting module (233) in a direction orthogonal to the first rear cover (C1). The support member (44) may be formed of a metallic material and / or a non-metallic material. In various embodiments, the first frame (F1) may be understood as a front case, and the support member (44) may be understood as a rear case. In various embodiments, the support member (44) may be understood as part of the first housing (211).

[0128] According to various embodiments, the metal member (6) may be configured to reduce or prevent static electricity from entering at least one camera module (e.g., first camera module (231) and second camera module (232)). Static electricity entering the slideable electronic device (2) due to electrostatic discharge (ESD) may cause malfunction or electrical damage to at least one camera module (e.g., first camera module (231) and second camera module (232)). Static electricity may be discharged from various external objects, such as the human body. The slideable electronic device (2) may be configured so that static electricity discharged from external objects flows through the metal member (6) to the ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2) (e.g., the ground area of ​​the first PCB (e.g., the first PCB (41) in FIG. 5)). The metal member (6) may be electrically connected to the ground area of ​​the first PCB (41), for example. In order to reduce or prevent malfunction or electrical damage to at least one camera module (e.g., first camera module (231) and second camera module (232)), static electricity can be absorbed in the ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2). The metal member (6) can be understood as part of the ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2). The metal member (6) can be understood as an electrical path for static electricity.

[0129] According to various embodiments, the slideable electronic device (2) may be configured such that the metal member (6) acts as an antenna radiator (or radiating part). A wireless communication circuit (e.g., the wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1) provides (or feeds) an electromagnetic signal (or, radio signal, RF (radio frequency) signal, or radiated current) to the metal member (6), and an electromagnetic field (also called a radiating field) (or magnetic field distribution) may be generated (or formed) that can transmit and / or receive a signal in a designated or selected frequency band (also called an operating frequency band or a usage frequency band) due to the current distribution in the metal member (6).

[0130] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of a portion of a closed slideable electronic device (2) cut along line B-B' of FIG. 2 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0131] It may be understood in this disclosure that any combination of features and / or embodiments disclosed in connection with FIG. 6 is conceived and included. Any combination of features described below in connection with FIG. 6 may be considered to be included in this disclosure as specific examples.

[0132] Referring to FIG. 6, the slideable electronic device (2) includes a first frame (F1), and the first frame (F1) may include a first bracket (F11) and a first edge member (F12). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a first rear cover (C1). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a first light-transmitting member (241). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a metal member (6). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a first camera module (231). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a camera bracket (25).

[0133] According to various embodiments, the first rear cover (C1) may be placed (or coupled) to the first frame (F1). The first rear cover (C1) may be placed (or coupled) to the first frame (F11) through a first adhesive member (or first adhesive member) (A1) between the first rear cover (C1) and the first frame (F1) (e.g., the first bracket (F11)).

[0134] According to various embodiments, the first light-transmitting member (241) may be placed (or coupled) to the first rear cover (C1). The first light-transmitting member (241) may be located in the first opening (H1) of the first rear cover (C1). The first opening (H1) may be understood as a hole having an annular (or looped) edge. The first light-transmitting member (241) may be placed (or coupled) to the first rear cover (C1) through a second adhesive member (or second adhesive member) (A2) between the first light-transmitting member (241) and the first rear cover (C1).

[0135] According to various embodiments, the metal member (6) is located inside the slideable electronic device (2) and may be placed (or coupled) to the first rear cover (C1). The metal member (6) may be placed (or coupled) to the first rear cover (C1) through a third adhesive member (or third adhesive member) (A3) between the metal member (6) and the first rear cover (C1). In various embodiments, at least a portion of the metal member (6) may be placed (or coupled) to the camera bracket (25), and the camera bracket (25) may be configured to support the metal member (6).

[0136] According to various embodiments, the first camera module (231) may be placed (or coupled) to the first bracket (F11) of the first frame (F1) through the camera bracket (25). The first camera module (231) may be coupled to the camera bracket (25) through mechanical fastening, such as screw fastening, or bonding, and the camera bracket (25) may be placed (or coupled) to the first frame (F1) through mechanical fastening, such as screw fastening, or bonding. The first camera module (231) may include a first lens portion (2311), a first image sensor (2312), and a lens barrel (2313). The first lens portion (2311) may be configured to focus external light onto the first image sensor (2312). The first image sensor (2312) may be configured to generate an electrical signal regarding image data from the light. The first image sensor (2312) may be placed (e.g., surface mounted) on a camera PCB (or camera FPCB) (2314) included in the first camera module (231), and the camera PCB (2314) may be electrically connected to the first PCB (41) (see FIG. 5). The lens barrel (2313) may be configured to support the first lens portion (2311). The lens barrel (2313) may be provided (or formed) in the form of a tube including a hollow portion. The first light-transmitting member (241) located at the first opening (H1) of the first rear cover (C1) may be aligned with the first optical axis (2315) of the first lens portion (2311) when viewed from above the first rear cover (C1). The first optical axis (2315) may be substantially parallel to a direction orthogonal to the first rear cover (C1) (e.g., the direction of the z-coordinate axis).In a direction orthogonal to the first rear cover (C1) (or a direction parallel to the first optical axis (2315)), the first light-transmitting member (241) overlaps with the first lens portion (2311) and the first image sensor (2312), and the first lens portion (2311) may be positioned between the first light-transmitting member (241) and the first image sensor (2312).

[0137] According to various embodiments, the lens barrel (2313) of the first camera module (231) may be inserted into a second opening (H2) of the metal member (6). The second opening (H2) may be understood as a hole having an annular (or loop-shaped) edge. Inserting the lens barrel (2313) into the second opening (H2) of the metal member (6) can improve the slimming of the slideable electronic device (2).

[0138] According to various embodiments, the lens barrel (2313) of the first camera module (231) can penetrate the second opening (H2) of the metal member (6) and be inserted into the first opening (H1) of the first rear cover (C1). Inserting the lens barrel (2313) into the first opening (H1) of the first rear cover (C1) can improve the slimming of the slideable electronic device (2).

[0139] According to various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, the lens barrel (2313) may be inserted into the second opening (H2) of the metal member (6) and may not be inserted into the first opening (H1) of the first rear cover (C1).

[0140] According to various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, the lens barrel (2313) of the first camera module (231) may not be inserted into the first opening (H1) of the first rear cover (C1) and the second opening (H2) of the metal member (6).

[0141] According to various embodiments, when viewed from above the first rear cover (C1), a portion (611) of the metal member (6) including a second opening (H2) may be visually exposed or visible through a first light-transmitting member (241) disposed on the first rear cover (C1), which surrounds a portion of the first camera module (231) penetrating the second opening (H2) of the metal member (6). A portion (611) of the metal member (6) including the second opening (H2) overlaps with a void space (H11) (e.g., air gap) surrounding a portion of the first camera module (231) that penetrates the second opening (H2) of the metal member (6) in the first opening (H1) of the first rear cover (C1) when viewed from above the first rear cover (C1), and can be visually exposed or seen through the void space (H11) and the first light-transmitting member (241). In various embodiments, a portion (611) of the metal member (6) including the second opening (H2) may include a plane (e.g., a circular ring-shaped plane) facing in a direction orthogonal to the first rear cover (C1) (or parallel to the first optical axis (2315)), and the plane may be visually exposed or visible through the empty space (711) and the first light-transmitting member (241).

[0142] According to various embodiments, when viewed from above the first rear cover (C1), the first opening (H1) of the first rear cover (C1) has a diameter that takes into account the tolerance for inserting the first camera module (231), and thus the empty space (H11) can be formed.

[0143] According to various embodiments, the slideable electronic device (2) may further include a separate layer (e.g., film, sheet, or coating layer) disposed (or bonded) to the metal member (6). The layer may be visually exposed or visible through the empty space (711) and the first light-transmitting member (241).

[0144] According to various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, a portion (611) of the metal member (6) including a second opening (H2) may be extended to be inserted into the empty space (H11). In various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, a portion (611) of the metal member (6) including a second opening (H2) may be inserted into the empty space (H11) and may come into contact with the first light-transmitting member (241).

[0145] According to various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, a portion of the first rear cover (C1) including the first opening (H1) may be implemented as a protrusion. The protrusion of the first rear cover (C1) may be annular (e.g., in the form of a circular ring) and may protrude in the direction in which the rear of the slideable electronic device (2) faces (e.g., in the negative direction of the z-axis). The first light-transmitting member (241) may be disposed (or coupled) to the protrusion of the first rear cover (C1).

[0146] FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view of a portion of a closed slideable electronic device (2) cut along line B-B' of FIG. 2 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0147] It may be understood in this disclosure that any combination of features and / or embodiments disclosed in connection with FIG. 7 is conceived and included. Any combination of features described below in connection with FIG. 7 may be considered to be included in this disclosure as specific examples.

[0148] Referring to FIG. 7, the slideable electronic device (2) may include a first frame (F1) comprising a first bracket (F11) and a first edge member (F12). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a first rear cover (C1). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a first light-transmitting member (241). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a metal member (6). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a first camera module (231). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a camera bracket (25). Descriptions of some components identical to those in the preceding embodiment may not be repeated.

[0149] According to various embodiments, the metal member (6) may include a protrusion (612) inserted into a first opening (H1) of the first rear cover (C1). The protrusion (612) of the metal member (6) may include a second opening (H2) and may be formed in an annular shape (e.g., in the shape of a circular ring) that can be fitted into the first opening (H1) of the first rear cover (C1). To reduce the gap between the protrusion (612) of the metal member (6) and the inner surface of the first opening (H1), the protrusion (612) of the metal member (6) may come into contact with the inner surface of the first opening (H1) of the first rear cover (C1).

[0150] According to various embodiments, the first light-transmitting member (241) may be placed (or coupled) to the protrusion (612) of the metal member (6). The first light-transmitting member (241) may be placed (or coupled) to the protrusion (612) of the metal member (6) through a fourth adhesive member (or fourth adhesive member) (A4) between the first light-transmitting member (251) and the protrusion (612) of the metal member (6).

[0151] According to various embodiments, the first camera module (231) may be inserted into a second opening (H2) included in a protrusion (612) of the metal member (6). A portion of the first camera module (231) may be inserted into the second opening (H2) included in the protrusion (612) of the metal member (6) and may come into contact with the first light-transmitting member (241). The protrusion (612) of the metal member (6) may support the first camera module (231) inserted into the second opening (H2).

[0152] According to various embodiments, a portion of the first rear cover (C1) including the first opening (H1) may be implemented as a protrusion (701). The protrusion (701) of the first rear cover (C1) includes an opening, and a protrusion (612) of the metal member (6) may be inserted into the opening of the protrusion (701) of the first rear cover (C1). The protrusion (701) of the first rear cover (C1) may be an annular (e.g., in the form of a circular ring) having an opening into which the protrusion (612) of the metal member (6) can be fitted. When viewed from above of the first rear cover (C1), the protrusion (701) of the first rear cover (C1) may surround the protrusion (612) of the metal member (6), and the protrusion (612) of the metal member (6) may be positioned between the first light-transmitting member (241) and the protrusion (701) of the first rear cover (C1).

[0153] FIG. 8 is a drawing showing a part of a slideable electronic device (2) according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0154] It may be understood in this disclosure that all combinations of features and / or embodiments disclosed in connection with FIG. 8 are conceived and included. All combinations of features described below in connection with FIG. 7 may be considered to be included in this disclosure as specific examples.

[0155] Referring to FIG. 8, the slideable electronic device (2) may include a first frame (F1). The first frame (F1) may include a first bracket (F11) and a first edge member (F12). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a cover member (44) (e.g., a rear case). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a second frame (F2). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a second rear cover (C2). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a first camera module (231) and / or a second camera module (232). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a light-emitting module (26). The slideable electronic device (2) may include a metal member (6). Descriptions of some components identical to those in the preceding embodiment may not be repeated.

[0156] According to various embodiments, when viewed from above the second rear cover (C2), the metal member (6) may overlap with the first bracket (F11). When viewed from above the second rear cover (C2), the metal member (6) may overlap with the support member (44). When viewed from above the second rear cover (C2), the metal member (6) may include a second opening (H2) that overlaps with the first camera module (231), and a third opening (H3) that overlaps with the second camera module (232). The second opening (H2) and the third opening (H3) may be understood as holes having an annular (or loop-shaped) edge.

[0157] According to various embodiments, the metal member (6) may not overlap with the light-emitting module (26) when viewed from above the second rear cover (C2) so as not to hinder the light generated from the light-emitting module (26) from proceeding to the first light-transmitting member (241) (see FIG. 6 or 7) placed on the first rear cover (C1) (see FIG. 6 or 7).

[0158] According to various embodiments, the metal member (6) may include a first point (also referred to as a first contact portion or first contact point) (P1) and a second point (also referred to as a second contact portion or second contact point) (P2). The first point (P1) of the metal member (6) may be configured to receive (or be fed) an electromagnetic signal (or, radio signal, RF (radio frequency) signal, or radiated current) from a wireless communication circuit (e.g., a wireless communication module (192)) disposed on (e.g., surface mounted) the first PCB (41) (see FIG. 5). The first point (P1) of the metal member (6) may be understood as a "feeding point." The second point (P2) of the metal member (6) may be configured to be electrically connected to a ground area included in the first PCB (41) (see FIG. 5). The second point (P2) of the metal member (6) can be understood as a "ground connection point." When powered, the metal member (6) can operate as, for example, an inverted F antenna (IFA) or a planar IFA (PIFA). When a wireless communication circuit provides (or powers) an electromagnetic signal to the first contact (P1) of the metal member (6), a current path (also called a signal path) (63) may be formed between the first point (P1) and the second point (P2) through which current (also called radiating current) flows through the metal member (6). The distribution of current along the current path (63) may generate (or form) an electromagnetic field (also called a radiating field) (or magnetic field distribution) capable of transmitting and / or receiving a signal in a designated or selected frequency band (also called an operating frequency band or a usage frequency band) through the metal member (6).

[0159] According to various embodiments, a first point (P1) of the metal member (6) may be electrically connected through an electrical connection member such as a flexible conductive member (e.g., a conductive clip (e.g., a conductive structure including an elastic structure), a pogo pin, a spring, a conductive poron, a conductive sponge, or a conductive rubber), a conductive adhesive member (e.g., a conductive tape), or a conductive connector placed between the metal member (6) and the PCB (41) (see FIG. 5). A second point (P2) of the metal member (6) may be electrically connected through an electrical connection member such as a flexible conductive member, a conductive adhesive member, or a conductive connector placed between the metal member (6) and the first PCB (41) (see FIG. 5).

[0160] According to various embodiments, the metal member (6) may include a first metal part (61) that overlaps with the first camera module (231) and the second camera module (232), and a second metal part (62) that extends from the first metal part (61). When viewed from above the second rear cover (C2), the first metal part (61) of the metal member (6) is positioned closer to the second edge (S2) than to the third edge (S3), and the second metal part (62) of the metal member (6) may extend from the first metal part (61) toward the third edge (S3). The second metal part (62) of the metal member (6) may extend, for example, in a third direction (③) from the first metal part (61) of the metal member (6). The shape and / or direction in which the second metal part (62) of the metal member (6) extends from the first metal part (61) of the metal member (6) is not limited to the illustrated example.

[0161] According to various embodiments, a first point (P1) may be located on a first metal part (61) of a metal member (6). The first point (P1) may be located, for example, adjacent to the edge of the first metal part (61). A second point (P2) may be located on a second metal part (62) of a metal member (6). Having the first point (P1) located on the first metal part (61) and the second point (P2) located on the second metal part (62) may allow a current path (63) for resonance in a designated or selected frequency band to be formed when power is fed to the first point (P1). In various embodiments, the current path (63) on the metal member (6) may have an electrical path (e.g., a length expressed as a ratio of wavelengths) for resonance in a designated or selected frequency band when power is fed to the metal member (6).

[0162] According to various embodiments, the shape of the metal member (6), the location or number of the first point (P1), and / or the location or number of the second point (P2) may vary without being limited to the illustrated example in order to secure antenna radiation performance in a designated or selected frequency band.

[0163] According to various embodiments, static electricity discharged from an external object can be configured to flow through the metal member (6) to the ground structure of the slideable electronic device (2) (e.g., the ground area of ​​the first PCB (41) in FIG. 5) through the second point (P2) of the metal member (6).

[0164] According to various embodiments, the slidal electronic device (2) may include at least one matching circuit. The at least one matching circuit may be placed (e.g., surface mounted) on, for example, the first PCB (41) (see FIG. 5). The at least one matching circuit may include an electrical element having a component such as, for example, inductance, capacitance, or conductance. The at least one matching circuit may include various elements such as, for example, a lumped element or a passive element. In various embodiments, at least one matching circuit may include a switching circuit (e.g., a switching element) configured to adjust an element value (e.g., an inductance value, a capacitance value, or a conductance value) in response to a signal from a circuit such as a processor (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1) or a wireless communication circuit (e.g., the wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1) included in the slideable electronic device (2). At least one matching circuit may shift the resonant frequency of the metal member (6) to a specified frequency or by a specified amount when power is fed to the metal member (6). At least one matching circuit may perform impedance matching for the metal member (6). At least one matching circuit may be configured to substantially match the impedance of an electrical path (e.g., a transmission line or a feed line) electrically connecting the wireless communication circuit and the metal member (6) and the impedance of at least one antenna radiator. Impedance matching can reduce the amount of reflection at the connection point between the transmission line and at least one antenna radiator, thereby reducing the degradation of antenna radiation performance.

[0165] According to various embodiments, at least one matching circuit may be placed in a first electrical path (e.g., a transmission line or a feed line) that electrically connects the wireless communication circuit and the metal member (6), or may be electrically connected to the first electrical path. The first electrical path may include, for example, a first electrical connection member between the metal member (6) and the first PCB (41) (see FIG. 5), and a first conductor included in the first PCB (41) (see FIG. 5) to electrically connect the first electrical connection member and the wireless communication circuit.

[0166] According to various embodiments, at least one matching circuit may be placed in or electrically connected to a second electrical path (e.g., ground path or ground line) that electrically connects a ground structure of a slideable electronic device (2) (e.g., ground area of ​​the first PCB (41) in FIG. 5) and a metal member (6). The second electrical path may include, for example, a second electrical connecting member between the metal member (6) and the first PCB (41) (see FIG. 5), and a second conductor included in the first PCB (41) (see FIG. 5) to electrically connect the second electrical connecting member and the ground area of ​​the first PCB (41) (see FIG. 5). If the second electrical connecting member is placed between the metal member (6) and the ground area of ​​the first PCB (41) (see FIG. 5), the second conductor may be omitted.

[0167] According to various embodiments, a wireless communication circuit (e.g., the wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1) may be configured to transmit and / or receive a wireless signal in the frequency band of near field communication (NFC) through a metal member (6). The electromagnetic field (also called radiation field) radiated from the metal member (6) upon power supply from the wireless communication circuit may have a resonant frequency of about 13.56 MHz for NFC. The electromagnetic field radiated from the metal member (6) upon power supply from the wireless communication circuit, and / or the current path (63) on the metal member (6) may have an inductance value of about 8 to about 10 microhenries for about 13.56 MHz for NFC.

[0168] According to various embodiments, a wireless communication circuit (e.g., the wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1) may be configured to transmit and / or receive a wireless signal in a non-NFC frequency band through a metal member (6).

[0169] According to various embodiments, when power is supplied, the metal member (6) may form a beam pattern for coverage (or corresponding to coverage). The beam pattern for coverage may include an effective area capable of radiating (e.g., radiating or transmitting) and / or detecting (e.g., receiving) electromagnetic waves (also called radio waves). The beam pattern for coverage may include an effective area capable of transmitting and / or receiving electromagnetic signals by concentrating electromagnetic wave energy in at least one designated direction. For example, for coverage of the external space to which the first rear cover (C1) (see FIG. 6 or 7) faces, an electromagnetic field capable of concentrating a relatively large amount of electromagnetic wave energy (called wave energy) into the external space to which the first rear cover (C1) (see FIG. 6 or 7) faces may be radiated from the metal member (6). For example, for coverage of the external space toward which the first edge (S1) is directed, an electromagnetic field capable of concentrating a relatively large amount of electromagnetic energy (referred to as wave energy) toward the external space toward which the first edge (S1) is directed can be radiated from the metal member (6).

[0170] According to various embodiments, the slideable electronic device (2) may include a radio frequency window area corresponding to a metal member (6). The RF window area may be an area of ​​the slideable electronic device (2) through which electromagnetic waves are transmitted when electromagnetic waves are transmitted to or received from outside the slideable electronic device (2) through the metal member (6). A first rear cover (C1) (see FIG. 6 or 7) may be included in the RF window area. To reduce the degradation of antenna radiation performance caused by the first rear cover (C1), the first rear cover (C1) may be formed of a non-metallic material. A first light-transmitting member (241) (see FIG. 2 and 3) and a second light-transmitting member (242) (see FIG. 2 and 3) may be included in the RF window area. In order to reduce the degradation of antenna radiation performance due to the first light-transmitting member (241) and the second light-transmitting member (242), the first light-transmitting member (241) and the second light-transmitting member may be formed of a non-metallic material. The first rear cover (C1), the first light-transmitting member (241), and / or the second light-transmitting member (242) may be formed of a non-metallic material having a dielectric constant (e.g., low dielectric constant) that can reduce the difference with the dielectric constant of air, for example.

[0171] According to various embodiments, the first rim member (F12) of the first frame (F1) may include a plurality of conductive portions and a plurality of segments between the plurality of conductive portions. The first rim member (F12) of the first frame (F1) may include a plurality of non-conductive portions (e.g., a first non-conductive portion (301), a second non-conductive portion (302), and a third non-conductive portion (303)) disposed (e.g., filled) in the plurality of segments. The plurality of conductive portions may include, for example, a first conductive portion (801), a second conductive portion (802), a third conductive portion (803), and / or a fourth conductive portion (804). The first conductive portion (701) may include, for example, a first corner between the first border (S1) and the second border (S2), a part of the first border (S1) extending from the first corner to the first non-conductive portion (301), and a part of the second border (302) extending from the first corner to the second non-conductive portion (302). The second conductive portion (802) may include, for example, a second corner between the first border (S1) and the third border (S3), a part of the first border (S1) extending from the second corner to the first non-conductive portion (301), and a part of the third border (303) extending from the second corner to the third non-conductive portion (303). The third conductive portion (803) extends from the second non-conductive portion (302) and may include a portion of the second border (S2). The fourth conductive portion (804) extends from the third non-conductive portion (303) and may include a portion of the third border (S3).

[0172] According to various embodiments, the slideable electronic device (2) may be configured such that, upon being fed from a wireless communication circuit (e.g., the wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1), the metal member (6) can transmit and / or receive electromagnetic waves through the first non-conductive portion (301) of the first frame (F1) (or the segment between the first conductive portion (801) and the second conductive portion (802). Electromagnetic waves can be transmitted and / or received between the metal member (6) and the outside through the first non-conductive portion (301). The segment between the first conductive portion (801) and the second conductive portion (802) may be understood to be capable of extending coverage while providing an RF window area to reduce the degradation of antenna radiation performance caused by the conductive portion of the first edge member (F12) compared to an example in which the segment is omitted. The segment between the first conductive portion (801) and the second conductive portion (802) may be understood as a radiation hole or radiation opening. The first non-conductive portion (301) may be included in the RF window area. To reduce the degradation of antenna radiation performance caused by the first non-conductive portion (301), the first non-conductive portion (301) may be formed of a non-metallic material having a dielectric constant (e.g., low dielectric constant) that can reduce the difference from the dielectric constant of air. In various embodiments, the size of the segment between the first conductive portion (801) and the second conductive portion (802) extending in the third direction (③) or the fourth direction (④) is not limited to the illustrated example.

[0173] According to various embodiments, the second metal part (62) of the metal member (6) can be configured to form an electromagnetic field that can pass through the first non-conductive part (301) included in the first edge member (F12) of the first frame (F1) when power is supplied, compared to an example where the second metal part (62) is omitted. When viewed from above the second rear cover (C2), the first non-conductive part (301) of the first frame (F1) can be positioned further apart in the third direction (③) than the first metal part (61) of the metal member (6).

[0174] According to various embodiments, the second metal part (62) of the metal member (6) may extend from the first metal part (61) of the metal member (6) across a virtual line (VL) drawn vertically from the first non-conductive part (301) toward the opposite side of the first non-conductive part (301). The virtual line (VL) may be substantially parallel to the first direction (①) and the second direction (②). The virtual line (VL) may be substantially parallel to the direction extending from the first edge (S1) of the first frame (F1) to the fourth edge (S4) of the second frame (F2) (see FIG. 2 and 3). When viewed from above the second rear cover (C2), the virtual line (VL) may be substantially perpendicular to the first edge (S1) of the first frame (F1). The second metal part (62) extending from the first metal part (61) across the virtual line (VL) can enable or enhance the transmission and / or reception of electromagnetic waves (or a portion of electromagnetic waves) through the first non-conductive part (301) of the first edge member (F12), compared to a comparative example where the second metal part (62) is omitted, or a comparative example where the second metal part (62) extends from the first metal part (61) without crossing the virtual line (VL). The fact that the second metal part (62) extends from the first metal part (61) across the virtual line (VL) can be understood as reducing the distance between the second metal part (62) and the first non-conductive part (301) compared to a comparative example in which the second metal part (62) is omitted, or a comparative example in which the second metal part (62) extends from the first metal part (61) without crossing the virtual line (VL).

[0175] According to various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, a second metal portion (62) of the metal member (6) may extend from the first metal portion (61) of the metal member (6) to a virtual line (VL). The extension of the second metal portion (62) from the first metal portion (61) to the virtual line (VL) may enable or enhance the transmission and / or reception of electromagnetic waves (or a portion of electromagnetic waves) through the first non-conductive portion (301) of the first edge member (F12) compared to a comparative example in which the second metal portion (62) is omitted, or a comparative example in which the second metal portion (62) is extended from the first metal portion (61) without reaching the virtual line (VL). The extension of the second metal part (62) from the first metal part (61) to the virtual line (VL) can be understood as reducing the distance between the second metal part (62) and the first non-conductive part (301) compared to a comparative example in which the second metal part (62) is omitted, or a comparative example in which the second metal part (62) is extended from the first metal part (61) to the virtual line (VL).

[0176] According to various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, a second metal portion (62) of the metal member (6) may be extended from the first metal portion (61) of the metal member (6) so as not to reach the virtual line (VL). Extending the second metal portion (62) from the first metal portion (61) so as not to reach the virtual line (VL) may enable or enhance the transmission and / or reception of electromagnetic waves (or a portion of electromagnetic waves) through the first non-conductive portion (301) of the first edge member (F12) compared to a comparative example in which the second metal portion (62) is omitted. The fact that the second metal part (62) is extended from the first metal part (61) so as not to reach the virtual line (VL) can be understood as reducing the distance between the second metal part (62) and the first non-conductive part (301) compared to a comparative example in which the second metal part (62) is omitted.

[0177] According to various embodiments, the second metal part (62) of the metal member (6) is not limited to a straight line extending from the first metal part (61) of the metal member (6) in a direction substantially perpendicular to the virtual line (VL) (e.g., the fourth direction (④)), and the shape of the second metal part (62) may vary.

[0178] According to various embodiments, the first conductive portion (801) and / or the second conductive portion (802) included in the first edge member (F12) of the first frame (F1) may be configured to operate as an antenna radiator.

[0179] According to various embodiments, the metal member (6) may be spaced apart from the first edge member (F12) so as to reduce electromagnetic influence between the antenna radiator (e.g., the first conductive part (801) and / or the second conductive part (802)) implemented by the first edge member (F12) and the metal member (6) configured to operate as an antenna radiator. For electromagnetic isolation between the metal member (6) configured to operate as an antenna radiator and the antenna radiator implemented by the first edge member (F12), the metal member (6) may be positioned at a distance of at least 3 mm (millimeter) in the first direction (①) from the first edge (S1) when viewed from above the second rear cover (C2), but is not limited thereto. Electromagnetically isolating the metal member (6) configured to operate as an antenna radiator and the antenna radiator implemented by the first edge member (F12) can be understood as reducing the degradation of antenna radiation performance for the metal member (6) due to the antenna radiator implemented by the first edge member (F12). Electromagnetically isolating the metal member (6) configured to operate as an antenna radiator and the antenna radiator implemented by the first edge member (F12) can be understood as reducing the degradation of antenna radiation performance for the antenna radiator implemented by the first edge member (F12) due to the metal member (6).

[0180] According to various embodiments, when viewed from above the second rear cover (C2), the first metal part (61) of the metal member (61) may be spaced apart from the first edge (S1) of the first frame (F1), or the first non-conductive part (301) of the first edge (S1), by a first distance (also called a first vertical distance) (D1) in a first direction (①) (e.g., a direction parallel to the virtual line (VL). When viewed from above the second rear cover (C2), the second metal part (62) of the metal member (61) may be spaced apart from the first edge (S1) of the first frame (F1), or the first non-conductive part (301) of the first edge (S1), by a second distance (also called a second vertical distance) (D2) in a first direction (①) (e.g., a direction parallel to the virtual line (VL). The second distance (D2) may be greater than the first distance (D1). Providing (or forming) the second distance (D2) to be greater than the first distance (D1) can improve electromagnetic isolation between the antenna radiator implemented by the metal member (6) configured to operate as an antenna radiator and the first edge member (F12).

[0181] According to various embodiments, the first distance (D1) to the first metal part (61) of the metal member (6) and the second distance (D2) to the second metal part (62) of the metal member (6) may be provided (or formed) substantially the same.

[0182] According to various embodiments, when viewed from above the second rear cover (C2), the first metal part (61) of the metal member (61) may have a first width (W1) in a first direction (①) (or a second direction (②)) (e.g., a direction parallel to the virtual line (VL). When viewed from above the second rear cover (C2), the second metal part (62) of the metal member (6) may have a second width (W2) in a first direction (①) (or a second direction (②)) (e.g., a direction parallel to the virtual line (VL). The second width (W2) of the second metal part (62) may be smaller than the first width (W1) of the first metal part (61). When viewed from above the second rear cover (C2), the second width (W2) of the second metal part (62) is provided (or formed) to be smaller than the first width (W1) of the first metal part (61), which can improve electromagnetic isolation between the antenna radiator implemented by the metal member (6) configured to operate as an antenna radiator and the first rim member (F12).

[0183] According to various embodiments, the second width (W2) of the second metal part (62) is formed to be smaller than the first width (W1) of the first metal part (61), and the second metal part (62) may not protrude in the first direction (①) or the second direction (②) relative to the first metal part (61). The first metal part (61) may protrude in the first direction (①) or the second direction (②) relative to the second metal part (62).

[0184] According to various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, the second width (W2) of the second metal part (62) is formed to be smaller than the first width (W1) of the first metal part (61), and the first metal part (61) may protrude in the first direction (①) with respect to the second metal part (62) and not protrude in the second direction (②).

[0185] According to various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, the second width (W2) of the second metal part (62) is formed to be smaller than the first width (W1) of the first metal part (61), and the first metal part (61) may not protrude in the first direction (①) with respect to the second metal part (62) but may protrude in the second direction (②).

[0186] According to various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, the first width (W1) of the first metal part (61) and the second width (W2) of the second metal part (62) may be provided (or formed) substantially the same.

[0187] According to various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, when viewed from above the second rear cover (C2), the second metal portion (62) of the metal member (6) may include a fifth opening that overlaps with the light-emitting module (26). The fifth opening may include, for example, a hole having an annular (or loop-shaped) edge. The fifth opening may include, for example, a notch in the shape of a groove when viewed from above the second rear cover (C2).

[0188] According to various embodiments, although not otherwise illustrated, the slideable electronic device (2) may include at least one third camera module (e.g., a third rear camera module) that overlaps with the second metal part (62) of the metal member (6) when viewed from above the second rear cover (C2). Although not otherwise illustrated, the slideable electronic device (2) may include at least one seventh opening formed in the second metal part (62) of the metal member (6), and the first rear cover (C1) (see FIG. 2 and 3) may include at least one sixth opening (e.g., at least one third camera hole) that overlaps with at least one seventh opening when viewed from above the second rear cover (C2). In various embodiments, the second width (W2) of the second metal part (62) may be extended differently from the example illustrated for at least one seventh opening. For example, the second width (W2) of the second metal part (62) may be formed to be substantially the same as the first width (W1) of the first metal part (61), and the first metal part (61) may not protrude in the first direction (①) and the second direction (②) with respect to the second metal part (62), and the second metal part (62) may not protrude in the first direction (①) and the second direction (②) with respect to the first metal part (61).

[0189] FIG. 9 is a heat map showing the electromagnetic field distribution for the slideable electronic device (2) of the present disclosure and the slideable electronic device (702) of a comparative example, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0190] Referring to FIG. 9, the slideable electronic device (920) of the comparative example may not include a segment (910) between the first conductive portion (801) and the second conductive portion (802) compared to the slideable electronic device (2) of the present disclosure. The slideable electronic device (910) of the comparative example may include any conductive portion replacing the first conductive portion (801) and the second conductive portion (802). The “comparative example” referred to in the present disclosure is presented only for comparison with the embodiments of the present disclosure and does not have a prior status with respect to the various embodiments of the present disclosure. The sliderable electronic device (2) of the present disclosure, comprising a segment (910) between a first conductive portion (801) and a second conductive portion (802), may have an extended electromagnetic field distribution that extends coverage through the segment (910) compared to a sliderable electronic device (920) of a comparative example in which the segment (910) is omitted.

[0191] FIG. 10 is a graph showing the antenna radiation efficiency for a first conductive portion (801) (see FIG. 8) and the antenna radiation efficiency for a second conductive portion (802) (see FIG. 8) according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0192] Referring to FIGS. 8 and 10, 1011 represents the antenna radiation performance for the first conductive portion (801) in an example where the metal member (6) is not configured as an antenna radiator or the metal member (6) is omitted. 1012 represents the antenna radiation performance for the first conductive portion (801) in an example where the second metal portion (62) of the metal member (6) configured as an antenna radiator is spaced about 3 mm away from the first edge (S1) in the first direction (①). 1021 represents the antenna radiation performance for the second conductive portion (802) in an example where the metal member (6) is not configured as an antenna radiator or the metal member (6) is omitted. 1022 represents the antenna radiation performance for the second conductive part (802) in an example where the second metal part (62) of the metal member (6) composed of the antenna radiator is spaced about 3 mm away from the first edge (S1) in the first direction (①). Referring to the graphs, it is shown that when the second metal part (62) of the metal member (6) composed of the antenna radiator is spaced about 3 mm or more away from the first edge (S1) in the first direction (①), the antenna radiator (e.g., the first conductive part (801) and / or the second conductive part (801)) implemented by the metal member (6) and the first edge member (F12) can be electromagnetically isolated to the extent that antenna radiation performance can be secured.

[0193] FIG. 11 is a drawing showing an NFC recognition range for a slideable electronic device (2) of the present disclosure and a slideable electronic device of a comparative example, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0194] Referring to FIGS. 8 and 11, the sliderable electronic device (2) of the present disclosure, compared with the sliderable electronic device of the comparative example, may have a metal member (6) configured to operate as an antenna radiator, which may include a first metal part (61) and a second metal part (62). The sliderable electronic device of the comparative example may have the metal member formed in a form that includes the first metal part (61) without the second metal part (62), and the metal member implemented as an antenna radiator. 1101 indicates an NFC recognition area for the sliderable electronic device of the comparative example. 1102 indicates an NFC recognition area for the sliderable electronic device (2) of the present disclosure. Cells may be understood as different locations (or regions) where an external NFC signal is transmitted to the sliderable electronic device. Referring to 1101 and 1102, the sliderable electronic device (2) of the present disclosure can extend the NFC recognition range (see shaded area) compared to the sliderable electronic device of the comparative example.

[0195] According to various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, the technical features of the present disclosure may be applied to electronic devices of other shapes (e.g., bar type electronic device, plate type electronic device, foldable electronic device, or multi-foldable electronic device) that are not limited to slideable electronic devices (e.g., slideable electronic device (2) of FIG. 2).

[0196] FIG. 12 shows various metal members according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0197] It may be understood in this disclosure that all combinations of features and / or embodiments disclosed in connection with FIG. 12 are conceived and included. All combinations of features described below in connection with FIG. 12 may be considered to be included in this disclosure as specific examples.

[0198] Referring to FIG. 12, the type of electronic device may vary, and the shape of the metal member included in the electronic device may vary. FIG. 12 shows a metal member as viewed from above on the rear side of the electronic device.

[0199] According to various embodiments, the metal member (1210) of the first example may include a first metal part (1211) and a second metal part (1212) extending from the first metal part (1211). The first metal part (1211) may include a plurality of openings (1213) corresponding to a plurality of camera modules. For example, the plurality of openings (1213) corresponding to a plurality of camera modules are arranged in a direction parallel to the y-axis, and the first metal part (1211) may have a relatively wide width in the direction parallel to the y-axis compared to the direction parallel to the x-axis. The first metal part (1211) and the second metal part (1212) may each extend in different directions. The first metal part (1211) and the second metal part (1212) may, for example, be substantially orthogonal to each other. The first metal part (1211) may include a ground connection point (GP1) that is electrically connected to the ground structure of the electronic device. The second metal part (1212) may include a feeding point (FP1) to which an electromagnetic signal is provided (or fed). In various embodiments, the second metal part (1212) may further include an additional opening (1214). The additional opening (1214) may overlap with a microphone module (microphone module) that overlaps with the second metal part (1212) of the metal member (1210) when viewed from above on the rear of the electronic device, for example. External sound may enter the microphone module through the microphone hole formed in the rear (or rear cover) of the electronic device and the opening (1214) of the metal member (1210). In various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, the first metal part (1211) or the second metal part (1212) may further include other additional openings. Additional other openings may be located corresponding to electrical or structural components that overlap with the first metal part (1211) or the second metal part (1212) when viewed from above on the rear of the electronic device.

[0200] According to various embodiments, the metal member (1220) of the second example may include a first metal part (1221) and a second metal part (1222) extending from the first metal part (1221). The first metal part (1221) may include a plurality of openings (1223) corresponding to a plurality of camera modules. The first metal part (1221) may include a ground connection point (GP2) electrically connected to a ground structure of an electronic device. The second metal part (1222) may include a feeding point (FP2) to which an electromagnetic signal is provided (or fed). In various embodiments, the first metal part (1221) may further include an additional opening (1224). An additional opening (1224) may overlap with a microphone module (microphone module) that overlaps with the first metal part (1221) of the metal member (1220) when viewed from above on the rear of the electronic device, for example. External sound may enter the microphone module through the microphone hole formed in the rear (or rear cover) of the electronic device and the opening (1224) of the metal member (1220). In various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, the first metal part (1221) or the second metal part (1222) may further include additional other openings. The additional other openings may be located corresponding to an electrical component or a structural component that overlaps with the first metal part (1221) or the second metal part (1222) of the metal member (1220) when viewed from above on the rear of the electronic device.

[0201] According to various embodiments, the metal member (1230) of the third example may include a first metal part (1231) and a second metal part (1232) extending from the first metal part (1231). The first metal part (1231) may include a plurality of openings (1233) corresponding to a plurality of camera modules. The plurality of openings (1233) corresponding to a plurality of camera modules are arranged in a direction parallel to the x-axis, and the first metal part (1231) may have a relatively wide width in the direction parallel to the x-axis compared to the direction parallel to the y-axis. The first metal part (1231) may include a ground connection point (GP3) electrically connected to a ground structure of an electronic device. The second metal part (1232) may include a feeding point (FP3) to which an electromagnetic signal is provided (or fed). In various embodiments, the second metal part (1232) may further include an additional opening (1236). The additional opening (1236) may be located corresponding to an electrical or structural component that overlaps with the second metal part (1232) of the metal member (1230) when viewed from above on the rear of the electronic device. In various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, the first metal part (1231) or the second metal part (1232) may further include an additional other opening. The additional other opening may be located corresponding to an electrical or structural component that overlaps with the first metal part (1231) or the second metal part (1232) when viewed from above on the rear of the electronic device.

[0202] According to various embodiments, the metal member (1240) of the fourth example may include a first metal part (1241) and a second metal part (1242) extending from the first metal part (1241). The first metal part (1241) may include a plurality of openings (1243) corresponding to a plurality of camera modules. Due to the relative position of the plurality of openings (1243) corresponding to the plurality of camera modules, the first metal part (1241) may have a wider width in the direction parallel to the x-axis and the direction parallel to the y-axis compared to the first example, the second example, or the third example. The first metal part (1241) may include a ground connection point (GP4) electrically connected to a ground structure of an electronic device. The second metal part (1242) may include a feeding point (FP4) to which an electromagnetic signal is provided (or fed). In various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, the first metal part (1241) or the second metal part (1242) may further include additional openings. The additional openings may be located corresponding to electrical or structural components that overlap with the first metal part (1241) or the second metal part (1242) when viewed from above on the rear of the electronic device.

[0203] According to various embodiments, the metal member (1250) of the fifth example may include a first metal part (1251) and a second metal part (1252) extending from the first metal part (1251). The first metal part (1251) may include a plurality of openings (1253) corresponding to a plurality of camera modules. The plurality of openings (1253) may be more than in the fourth example. The first metal part (1251) may include a ground connection point (GP5) electrically connected to a ground structure of an electronic device. The second metal part (1252) may include a feeding point (FP5) to which an electromagnetic signal is provided (or fed). In various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, the first metal part (1251) or the second metal part (1252) may further include additional openings. An additional opening may be positioned corresponding to an electrical or structural component that overlaps with the first metal part (1251) or the second metal part (1252) when viewed from above on the rear of the electronic device.

[0204] According to various embodiments, the metal member (1260) of the sixth example may include a first metal part (1261) and a second metal part (1262) extending from the first metal part (1261). The first metal part (1261) may include a plurality of openings (1263) corresponding to a plurality of camera modules. The second metal part (1262) may be located opposite to the first example, the second example, the third example, the fourth example, or the fifth example. The first metal part (1261) may include a ground connection point (GP6) electrically connected to a ground structure of the electronic device. The second metal part (1262) may include a feeding point (FP6) to which an electromagnetic signal is provided (or fed). In various embodiments, although not separately illustrated, the first metal part (1261) or the second metal part (1262) may further include additional openings. The additional openings may be located corresponding to electrical or structural components that overlap with the first metal part (1261) or the second metal part (1262) when viewed from above on the rear of the electronic device.

[0205] FIG. 13 is a drawing showing a part of an electronic device (1300) according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0206] It may be understood in this disclosure that all combinations of features and / or embodiments disclosed in connection with FIG. 13 are conceived and included. All combinations of features described below in connection with FIG. 13 may be considered to be included in this disclosure as specific examples.

[0207] Referring to FIG. 13, the electronic device (1300) may include a PCB (1310) and a speaker module (1320) placed on the PCB (1310). The electronic device (1300) may include an FPCB (1330) electrically connected to the PCB (1310). The electronic device (1300) may include an FPCB connector (1340) placed on the FPCB (1330). The FPCB connector (1340) is connected to another PCB (e.g., the first PCB (41) or the second PCB (42) of FIG. 5), and the PCB (1310) may be electrically connected to the other PCB through the FPCB (1330). The speaker module (1320) may generate sound waves in response to an electrical signal provided from the other PCB.

[0208] According to various embodiments, the PCB (1310) may be placed between a bracket (e.g., the first bracket (F12) of FIG. 4 and 5) and a rear cover (e.g., the first rear cover (C1) of FIG. 4 and 5), but is not limited thereto.

[0209] According to various embodiments, the PCB (1310) may include a ground region. The ground region of the PCB (1310) may be understood as part of the ground structure of the electronic device (1300). The electronic device (1300) may be configured so that at least a portion of the ground region included in the PCB (1310) operates as an antenna radiator. For example, the ground region of the PCB (1310) may include a ground connection point (GP7) that is electrically connected to another portion of the ground structure of the electronic device (1300) (e.g., antenna ground). The ground region of the PCB (1310) may include a feeding point (FP7) to which an electromagnetic signal is provided (or fed). The ground area of ​​the PCB (1310) may be electrically connected to another PCB (e.g., the first PCB (41) or the second PCB (42) of FIG. 5) in substantially the same way that the metal member (6) of FIG. 2 and 3 is electrically connected to the first PCB (41) (see FIG. 5). When a wireless communication circuit (e.g., the wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1) that is placed on or electrically connected to another PCB provides (or feeds) an electromagnetic signal to the feeding point (FP7) of the PCB (1310), an electromagnetic field (also called a radiation field) (or magnetic field distribution) capable of transmitting and / or receiving a signal in a designated or selected frequency band (also called an operating frequency band or a usage frequency band) may be generated from the ground area of ​​the PCB (1310) due to the current distribution in the ground area of ​​the PCB (1310).

[0210] FIG. 14 is a drawing showing a part of an electronic device (1400) according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0211] It may be understood in this disclosure that any combination of features and / or embodiments disclosed in connection with FIG. 14 is conceived and included. Any combination of features described below in connection with FIG. 14 may be considered to be included in this disclosure as specific examples.

[0212] Referring to FIG. 14, the electronic device (1400) may include a PCB (1410) and an interface connector (e.g., a USB connector) (1420) placed on the PCB (1410). The electronic device (1400) may include an FPCB (1430) electrically connected to the PCB (1410). The electronic device (1400) may include an FPCB connector (1440) placed on the FPCB (1430). The FPCB connector (1440) is connected to another PCB (e.g., the first PCB (41) or the second PCB (42) of FIG. 5), and the PCB (1410) may be electrically connected to the other PCB through the FPCB (1430). For example, the electronic device (1400) may exchange signals or data with an external electronic device connected to the interface connector (1420).

[0213] According to various embodiments, the PCB (1410) may be placed between the bracket of the housing (e.g., the second bracket (F22) in FIG. 4 and 5) and the rear cover of the housing (e.g., the second rear cover (C2) in FIG. 4 and 5), but is not limited thereto.

[0214] According to various embodiments, the PCB (1410) may include a ground region. The ground region of the PCB (1410) may be understood as part of the ground structure of the electronic device (1400). The electronic device (1400) may be configured so that at least a portion of the ground region included in the PCB (1410) operates as an antenna radiator. For example, the ground region of the PCB (1410) may include a ground connection point (GP8) that is electrically connected to another portion of the ground structure of the electronic device (1400) (e.g., antenna ground). The ground region of the PCB (1410) may include a feeding point (FP8) to which an electromagnetic signal is provided (or fed). The ground area of ​​the PCB (1410) may be electrically connected to another PCB (e.g., the second PCB (42) of FIG. 5) in substantially the same way that the metal member (6) of FIG. 2 and 3 is electrically connected to the first PCB (41) (see FIG. 5). When a wireless communication circuit (e.g., the wireless communication module (192) of FIG. 1) that is placed on or electrically connected to the other PCB provides (or feeds) an electromagnetic signal to the feeding point (FP8) of the PCB (1410), an electromagnetic field (also called a radiation field) (or magnetic field distribution) capable of transmitting and / or receiving a signal in a designated or selected frequency band (also called an operating frequency band or a usage frequency band) may be generated from the ground area of ​​the PCB (1410) due to the current distribution in the ground area of ​​the PCB (1410).

[0215] According to various embodiments, although not otherwise shown, a ground region included in or located within various electrical components or structural components of an electronic device may be configured to function as an antenna radiator.

[0216] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, an electronic device (e.g., a slideable electronic device (2)) is provided. The electronic device comprises a housing (e.g., a first housing (211)), a camera module (e.g., a first camera module (231)), and a metal member (e.g., a metal member (6)). The housing comprises a rim member (e.g., a first rim member (F12)) forming a side exterior of the electronic device, and a rear cover (e.g., a first rear cover (C1)) forming a rear exterior of the electronic device and including a first opening (e.g., a first opening (H1)). The camera module is disposed within the housing. The metal member comprises a first metal part (e.g., a first metal part (61)) comprising a second opening (e.g., a second opening (H2)) disposed to be aligned with the first opening. The metal member comprises a ground connection point (e.g., a second point (P2)). The metal member includes a feeding point (e.g., a first point (P1)) for operating as an antenna. A camera module is positioned within the housing so as to be aligned with a first opening and a second opening. The rim member includes a first conductive portion (e.g., a first conductive portion (801)), a second conductive portion (e.g., a second conductive portion (802)), and a non-conductive portion (e.g., a first non-conductive portion (301)) between the first conductive portion and the second conductive portion. The metal member includes a second metal portion extending from the first metal portion across a virtual line (e.g., a virtual line (VL)) drawn perpendicularly from the non-conductive portion toward the opposite side of the non-conductive portion. The second metal portion of the metal member is configured to transmit a portion of electromagnetic waves through the non-conductive portion of the rim member.

[0217] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the vertical distance (e.g., second distance (D2)) between a non-conductive part (e.g., first non-conductive part (301)) and a second metal part (e.g., second metal part (62)) may be greater than the vertical distance (e.g., first distance (D1)) between a first conductive part (e.g., first conductive part (801)) and a first metal part (e.g., first metal part (61)).

[0218] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, a second metal part (e.g., second metal part (62)) may be formed with a width smaller than that of a first metal part (e.g., first metal part (61)) in a direction parallel to the virtual line (VL).

[0219] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, a border member (e.g., a first border member (F12)) may include a first border (e.g., a first border (S1)), a second border (e.g., a second border (S2)), and a third border (e.g., a third border (S3)). The second border may extend from one end of the first border and be perpendicular to the first border. The third border may extend from the other end of the first border and be parallel to the second border. A first conductive portion (e.g., a first conductive portion (801)), a second conductive portion (e.g., a second conductive portion (802)), and a non-conductive portion (e.g., a first non-conductive portion (301)) may form at least a portion of the first border. When viewed in a direction orthogonal to the rear cover (e.g., the first rear cover (C1)), the first metal part (e.g., the first metal part (61)) of the metal member (e.g., the metal member (6)) is positioned between the first edge and the virtual line (e.g., the virtual line (VL)), and the second metal part (e.g., the second metal part (62)) of the metal member may extend from the first metal part across the virtual line.

[0220] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, an electronic device (e.g., a slideable electronic device (2)) may be configured so that external static electricity flows through a metal member (e.g., a metal member (6)) to the ground of an electronic device electrically connected to a ground connection point (e.g., a second point (P2)).

[0221] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, an electronic device (e.g., a slideable electronic device (2)) may include a light-transmitting member (e.g., a first light-transmitting member (241)) disposed in a first opening (e.g., a first opening (H1)) of a rear cover (e.g., a first rear cover (C1)).

[0222] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, a portion (e.g., a protrusion (612)) of a first metal portion (e.g., a second opening (H2)) may be inserted into a first opening (e.g., a first opening (H1)) of a rear cover (e.g., a first rear cover (C1)). An electronic device (e.g., a slideable electronic device (2)) may include a light-transmitting member (e.g., a first light-transmitting member (241)) disposed in a portion (e.g., a protrusion (612)) of the first metal portion.

[0223] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, electromagnetic waves transmitted by a second metal part (e.g., second metal part (62)) of a metal member (e.g., metal member (6)) through a non-conductive part (e.g., first non-conductive part (301)) of a rim member may be included in the frequency band of NFC.

[0224] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, an electronic device (e.g., a slideable electronic device (2)) may be configured to transmit or receive a second electromagnetic wave of a different frequency band from the electromagnetic wave transmitted through a non-conductive part (e.g., a first non-conductive part (301)) of a rim member by a second metal part (e.g., a second metal part (62)) of a metal member (e.g., a metal member (6)) through a first conductive part (e.g., a first conductive part (801)) or a second conductive part (e.g., a second conductive part (802)).

[0225] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, an electronic device (e.g., a slideable electronic device (2)) may include a second housing (e.g., a second housing (212)) that is slidable in a direction parallel to a virtual line (e.g., a virtual line (VL)) with respect to a housing (e.g., a first housing (211)). The electronic device may include a flexible display module (e.g., a flexible display module (22)) configured to move at least a portion of the second housing when sliding it with respect to the housing.

[0226] The embodiments disclosed in this disclosure and the drawings are presented merely to facilitate the explanation of the technical content and to aid in understanding this disclosure, and are not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure. Accordingly, it should be understood that the scope of the various embodiments of this disclosure includes modifications or variations other than those disclosed herein. Additionally, it will be understood that any embodiment(s) described herein may be used in conjunction with any other embodiment(s) described herein. For example, this disclosure is presented in the form of providing multiple embodiments each defining a number of features, but it is emphasized that some of these embodiments are connected only by reference to the same drawings or drawings. This disclosure should be understood to include all combinations of these embodiments, unless there is an obvious contradiction between two (or more) embodiments. For example, where features are presented as optional in this disclosure, all combinations of such optional features are included in this disclosure.

Claims

1. In an electronic device (2), A housing (211) comprising a rim member (F12) forming the side exterior of the electronic device (2), and a rear cover (C1) forming the rear exterior of the electronic device (2) and including a first opening (H1); A metal member (6) comprising a first metal part (61) including a second opening (H2) arranged to be aligned with the first opening (H1), a ground connection point (P2), and a feeding point (P1) for operating as an antenna; and It includes a camera module (231) disposed within the housing (211) so as to be aligned with the first opening (H1) and the second opening (H2), and The above-mentioned edge member (F12) includes a first conductive portion (801), a second conductive portion (802), and a non-conductive portion (301) between the first conductive portion (801) and the second conductive portion (802), and The metal member (6) includes a second metal part (62) extending from the first metal part (61) across a virtual line (VL) drawn vertically from the non-conductive part (301) toward the opposite side of the non-conductive part (301), and An electronic device configured such that the second metal part (62) of the metal member (6) transmits a portion of electromagnetic waves through the non-conductive part (301) of the rim member (F12).

2. In Paragraph 1, An electronic device in which the vertical distance (D2) between the non-conductive part (301) and the second metal part (62) is greater than the vertical distance (D1) between the first conductive part (801) and the first metal part (61).

3. In Paragraph 1, The electronic device in which the second metal part (62) is formed with a width smaller than the first metal part (61) in a direction parallel to the virtual line (VL).

4. In Paragraph 1, The above-mentioned edge member (F12) is, First border (S1), A second edge (S2) extending from one end of the first edge (S1) and perpendicular to the first edge (S1), and It includes a third edge (S3) extending from the other end of the first edge (S1) and parallel to the second edge (S2), and The first conductive portion (801), the second conductive portion (802), and the non-conductive portion (301) form at least a portion of the first edge (S1), and When viewed in a direction perpendicular to the rear cover (C1), the first metal part (61) of the metal member (6) is located between the second edge (S2) and the virtual line (VL), and the second metal part (62) of the metal member (6) is an electronic device extending from the first metal part (61) across the virtual line (VL).

5. In Paragraph 1, An electronic device configured such that external static electricity flows to the ground of the electronic device (2) which is electrically connected to the ground connection point (P2) through the metal member (6).

6. In Paragraph 1, An electronic device further comprising a light-transmitting member (241) disposed in the first opening (H1) of the rear cover (C1).

7. In Paragraph 1, A portion (612) of the first metal part (61) including the second opening (H2) is inserted into the first opening (H1) of the rear cover (C1), and The electronic device (2) further comprises a light-transmitting member (241) disposed on the portion (612) of the first metal part (61).

8. In Paragraph 1, The above electromagnetic waves are electronic devices included in the frequency band of NFC (near field communication).

9. In Paragraph 1, An electronic device configured to transmit or receive electromagnetic waves of a frequency band different from the electromagnetic waves through the first conductive part (801) or the second conductive part (802).

10. In Paragraph 1, A second housing (212) capable of sliding in a direction parallel to the virtual line with respect to the housing (211); and An electronic device further comprising a flexible display module (22) configured to move at least a portion of the second housing (212) when sliding relative to the housing (211).

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