Strap connection structure and wearable electronic device comprising same

Abstract

A buckle for fixing a strap of a wristwatch device, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, may comprise: an upper end portion configured to be connected to a first strap; and a lower end portion configured to be connected to a second strap and configured to be coupled to the upper end portion. The upper end portion may comprise: a first body; a magnet housing including a first magnet therein and disposed to be at least partially movable within the first body, wherein the magnet housing is configured to move with respect to the first body in response to the longitudinal direction of the first strap; and a pull band connected to the magnet housing. The lower end portion may include a second magnet therein, and the second magnet may include a second body configured to be magnetically coupled to the first magnet when the upper end portion and the lower end portion are coupled to each other. When the pull band is pulled, the magnet housing moves to release a first coupling structure, and, as the first magnet and the second magnet are misaligned, a repulsive force is generated, thereby causing the upper end portion and the lower end portion to be separated from each other.

Description

Strap connection structure and wearable electronic device including the same

[0001] One embodiment disclosed in this document relates to a strap connection structure and a wearable electronic device including the same.

[0002] With the advancement of electronic, information, and communication technologies, various functions are being integrated into a single portable communication or electronic device. For example, smartphones include communication functions as well as audio playback, camera, or electronic notebook capabilities, and even more diverse functions can be implemented through the additional installation of applications.

[0003] Generally, the term "electronic device" refers to a device that performs specific functions according to an installed program, ranging from home appliances to electronic notebooks, portable multimedia players, mobile communication terminals, tablet PCs, video / audio devices, desktop / laptop computers, or in-car navigation systems. These electronic devices can output stored information as audio or video. As the integration density of electronic devices increases and ultra-high-speed, high-capacity wireless communication becomes commonplace, various functions are recently being integrated into a single mobile communication terminal.

[0004] For example, not only communication functions, but also entertainment functions such as games, multimedia functions such as music / video playback, communication and security functions for mobile banking, and functions such as schedule management and electronic wallets are integrated into a single electronic device.

[0005] In addition, wearable electronic devices of various shapes, such as glasses or watches, that can be mounted on the body are also being proposed. While these electronic devices integrate various functions, they may require thinning, miniaturization, and / or simplification of the appearance to enhance aesthetic appeal and provide convenience to the user.

[0006] 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.

[0007] A buckle for securing a strap of a wristwatch device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include an upper portion configured to be connected to a first strap and a lower portion configured to be connected to a second strap and coupled to the upper portion. The upper portion may include a first body, a magnet housing comprising a first magnet on its inner side and disposed to be at least partially movable within the first body, wherein the magnet housing is configured to move in correspondence with respect to the first body in the longitudinal direction of the first strap, and a pull band connected to the magnet housing. The lower portion may include a second body comprising a second magnet on its inner side, wherein when the upper portion and the lower portion are coupled, the second magnet is configured to be magnetically coupled to the first magnet. The magnet housing has a first part of a first coupling structure, and the second body has a second part of a first coupling structure. When the pull band is pulled, the magnet housing moves, releasing the first coupling structure, and the alignment between the first magnet and the second magnet is misaligned, causing a repulsive force to be generated, which may cause the upper part and the lower part to separate.

[0008] A wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a housing, a display, a strap located on one side and the other side of the housing, and a strap connection structure (60) connected to the strap and comprising an upper part and a lower part that can be coupled to the upper part. The upper part of the strap connection structure may include a first body having a first groove formed in a first direction (vertical direction of the strap), a magnet housing located within the first body and configured to be movable in a second direction different from the first direction relative to the first body, and having a first projection formed to be protruded for coupling with the lower part, a pull band coupled to the inner part, and a first magnet disposed on the inner side of the inner part. The lower part of the strap connection structure may include a second body comprising a second projection formed on one side of the second body and protruding to be coupled with the first groove, and a second groove formed on the other side of the second body and configured to be coupled with the first projection, and a second magnet disposed inside the second body and configured to couple with the first magnet. The release of the strap connection structure may include a first separation operation in which the inner part of the upper part moves to the front side relative to the lower part, and a second separation operation in which at least a part of the upper part moves to the upper side relative to the lower part.

[0009] However, the problems to be solved in this disclosure are not limited to those mentioned above, and may be determined in various ways without departing from the spirit and scope of this disclosure.

[0010] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device in a network environment according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0011] FIG. 2 is a drawing showing a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0012] FIG. 3 is a drawing showing the combined state of a strap connection structure of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0013] FIG. 4 is a drawing showing the released state of a strap connection structure of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0014] FIG. 5 is a perspective view projecting the upper part and lower part of a strap of an electronic device and a strap connection structure coupled to the strap, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0015] FIG. 6 is an exploded perspective view of the upper portion of a strap connection structure of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0016] FIG. 7a is an exploded perspective view of the lower end of a strap connection structure of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0017] FIG. 7b is a drawing showing an operation for connecting a strap at the lower end of a strap connection structure of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0018] FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view showing the combined state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0019] FIG. 9 is a perspective view showing a cross-sectional view of a strap connection structure in a combined state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0020] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view showing a first separation operation in the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] FIG. 11 is a perspective view showing a cross-section for a first separation operation during the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0022] FIG. 12 is a cross-sectional view showing a second separation operation in the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0023] FIG. 13 is a perspective view showing a cross-section for a second separation operation during the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0024] FIG. 14 is a perspective view projecting the upper part and lower part of a strap of an electronic device and a strap connection structure coupled to the strap, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0025] FIG. 15 is a cross-sectional view showing the combined state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0026] FIG. 16 is a perspective view showing a cross-sectional view of a strap connection structure in a combined state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0027] FIG. 17 is a cross-sectional view showing a first separation operation in the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0028] FIG. 18 is a perspective view showing a cross-section for a first separation operation during the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0029] FIG. 19 is a cross-sectional view showing a second separation operation in the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0030] FIG. 20 is a perspective view showing a cross-section for a second separation operation during the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0031] FIG. 21 is a perspective view showing a first process during the joining operation of the upper part of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0032] FIG. 22 is a perspective view showing a second process during the joining operation of the upper part of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0033] FIG. 23 is a view looking at the lower side of the second process during the joining operation of the upper part of the strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0034] FIG. 24 is a perspective view showing the upper part of a strap connection structure in a connected state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0035] FIG. 25 is a perspective view showing the combined state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0036] FIG. 26 is a cross-sectional view showing the interior of a combined state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0037] FIG. 27 is a perspective view showing the separated state of the upper and lower parts of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0038] FIG. 28 is a cross-sectional view showing the interior of the upper and lower portions of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0039] FIG. 29 is a perspective view showing the combined state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0040] FIG. 30 is a cross-sectional view showing the interior of a combined state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0041] FIG. 31 is a perspective view showing the separated state of the upper and lower parts of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0042] FIG. 32 is a cross-sectional view showing the interior of the upper and lower portions of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0043] In the following description, the attached drawings are referenced, and specific examples of implementation are illustrated within the drawings. Additionally, other examples may be used and structural modifications may be made without departing from the scope of the various examples.

[0044] The electronic device according to the embodiments disclosed in this document may be of various forms. The electronic device 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 consumer electronics device. The electronic device according to the embodiments of this document is not limited to the devices described above.

[0045] The embodiments of this document and the terms used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, and should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutions of said embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of said items unless the relevant context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0046] In this document, each of the 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 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 component from another component and do not limit the components in any other aspect (e.g., importance or order). Where any (e.g., first) component is referred to as “coupled” or “connected” to another (e.g., second) component, with or without the terms “functionally” or “communicationly,” it means that said component may be connected to said other component directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0047] The term “module” as used in the various embodiments of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit, 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 one embodiment, a module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0048] According to one embodiment, each component (e.g., module or program) of the components described above may include a singular or multiple entities, and some of the multiple entities may be separated and placed in other components. According to one embodiment, one or more of the components or operations of the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Generally or additionally, multiple components (e.g., module or program) may be integrated into a single component. In this case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the components of the multiple components in the same or similar manner as those performed by the corresponding components among the multiple components prior to the integration. According to one embodiment, operations performed by the module, program, or other components may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

[0049] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device in a network environment according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0050] Referring to FIG. 1, in a network environment (100), an electronic device (101) may communicate with an electronic device (102) through a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network) or with an electronic device (104) or a server (108) through a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (104) through a server (108). According to one embodiment, 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), or antenna module (197). In one embodiment, at least one of these components (e.g., connection terminal (178)) may be omitted from the electronic device (101), or one or more other components may be added. In one embodiment, some of these components (e.g., sensor module (176), camera module (180), or antenna module (197)) may be integrated into a single component (e.g., display module (160)).

[0051] The processor (120) can control at least one other component (e.g., hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) by executing software (e.g., program (140)), for example, and can perform various data processing or operations. According to one embodiment, as at least part of the data processing or operations, the processor (120) can store commands or data received from other components (e.g., sensor module (176) or communication module (190)) in volatile memory (132), process the commands or data stored in volatile memory (132), and store the resulting data in non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., central processing unit or application processor) or an auxiliary processor (123) that can operate independently or together with it (e.g., graphics processing unit, neural processing unit (NPU), image signal processor, sensor hub processor, or communication processor). For example, if the electronic device (101) includes a main processor (121) and an auxiliary processor (123), the auxiliary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a designated function. The auxiliary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as part thereof.

[0052] 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. According to one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., image signal processor or communication processor) may be implemented as part of another functionally related component (e.g., camera module (180) or communication module (190)). According to one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., neural network processing unit) 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 is performed, 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 deep neural network (BRDNN), a deep Q-network, or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to the hardware structure, the artificial intelligence model may include a software structure, either additionally or substantially.

[0053] 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 data may include, for example, input data or output data for software (e.g., program (140)) and related commands. The memory (130) may include volatile memory (132) or non-volatile memory (134).

[0054] The program (140) may be stored as software in memory (130) and may include, for example, an operating system (142), middleware (144), or an application (146).

[0055] The input module (150) can receive commands or data to be used for a component 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, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (e.g., a button), or a digital pen (e.g., a stylus pen).

[0056] 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. The receiver may be used to receive incoming calls. According to one embodiment, the receiver may be implemented separately from the speaker or as part thereof.

[0057] 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 hall area-gram device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling said device. According to one embodiment, the display module (160) may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of the force generated by said touch.

[0058] The audio module (170) can convert sound into an electrical signal or, conversely, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, 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., electronic device (102)) (e.g., speaker or headphones) connected directly or wirelessly to the electronic device (101).

[0059] 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. According to one embodiment, 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.

[0060] 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., electronic device (102)). According to one embodiment, the interface (177) may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0061] 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., electronic device (102)). According to one embodiment, the connection terminal (178) may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0062] The haptic module (179) can convert an electrical signal into a mechanical stimulus (e.g., vibration or movement) or an electrical stimulus that can be perceived by the user through tactile or kinesthetic senses. According to one embodiment, the haptic module (179) may include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electric stimulation device.

[0063] The camera module (180) can capture still images and video. According to one embodiment, the camera module (180) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0064] The power management module (188) can manage power supplied to the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the power management module (188) can be implemented, for example, as at least part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0065] The battery (189) can supply power to at least one component of the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the battery (189) may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0066] 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., electronic device (102), 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 that operate independently of the processor (120) (e.g., application processor) and support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module (190) may include a wireless communication module (192) (e.g., 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 can communicate with an external electronic device (104) through a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, WiFi (wireless fidelity) direct, or IrDA (infrared data association)) or a second network (199) (e.g., a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). These various types of communication modules 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 the first network (198) or the second network (199) using subscriber information (e.g., International Mobile Subscriber Identifier (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (196).

[0067] The wireless communication module (192) can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies following 4G networks, for example, new radio access technology. NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB)), minimization of terminal power and connection of multiple terminals (massive machine type communications (mMTC)), or high reliability and low latency (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications (URLLC)). The wireless communication module (192) can support a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave 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., electronic device (104)), or network system (e.g., second network (199)). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module (192) may support a Peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for eMBB realization, loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for mMTC realization, or U-plane latency (e.g., downlink (DL) and uplink (UL) each 0.5 ms or less, or round trip 1 ms or less) for URLLC realization.

[0068] An antenna module (197) can transmit a signal or power to or from an external source (e.g., an external electronic device). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include an antenna comprising a radiator made of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as 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. According to one embodiment, 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).

[0069] According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. According to one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent to a first surface (e.g., bottom surface) of the printed circuit board 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 printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving a signal of the specified high frequency band.

[0070] At least some of the above components can be 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 exchange signals (e.g., commands or data) with each other.

[0071] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between an 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). According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations performed on the electronic device (101) may be performed on one or more of the external electronic devices (102, 104, or 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 to perform at least part of the 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 ultra-low latency services using, for example, distributed computing or mobile edge computing. In one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (108) may be an intelligent server using machine learning and / or neural networks. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) or the server (108) may be included within a second network (199).

[0072] The electronic device (101) can be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0073] FIG. 2 is a drawing showing a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0074] Referring to FIG. 2, a wearable electronic device (101) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) may include a housing (51), a strap (52), a display (54) (e.g., the display module (160) of FIG. 1), and / or a strap connection structure (e.g., the strap connection structure (60) of FIG. 3 to 5). According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (101) may be in the form of a wristwatch. According to one embodiment, the wearable electronic device (101) may be named a wristwatch device (101).

[0075] According to one embodiment, the housing (51) of the wearable electronic device (101) may form at least a part of the exterior of the wearable electronic device (101). The housing (51) may provide a space for accommodating electronic components.

[0076] According to one embodiment, the front of the housing (51) may be formed by a substantially transparent front plate (e.g., a glass plate containing various coating layers, or a polymer plate). The rear of the housing (51) may be formed by a substantially opaque rear plate. According to one embodiment, when the wearable electronic device (101) is worn by a user, a portion of the rear and / or side of the housing (51) may come into contact with a portion of the user's body (e.g., a wrist).

[0077] According to one embodiment, a strap (52) may be connected to at least a part of the housing (51) and configured to detachably attach the wearable electronic device (101) to a part of the user's body (e.g., wrist, ankle). For example, the strap (52) may wrap around the user's wrist when the wearable electronic device (101) is worn by the user, but is not limited thereto.

[0078] According to one embodiment, the strap (52) may be coupled to the housing (51) on one side and the other side of the housing (51). The strap (52) may be named as a silver wearable member. The strap (52) may be formed such that a single piece and a plurality of unit links are movable with each other by means of a woven material, leather, rubber, urethane, metal, ceramic, or a combination of at least two of the above materials.

[0079] According to one embodiment, the display (54) (or display panel) may be visually exposed through a significant portion of the front plate of the housing (51). The shape of the display (54) may correspond to the shape of the front plate and may be various shapes such as circular, elliptical, or polygonal. The display (54) may be combined with or placed adjacent to a touch sensing circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the intensity (pressure) of the touch, and / or a fingerprint sensor.

[0080] According to one embodiment, the display (54) (or display panel) may include one or more pixels. The display (54) may visually provide information (e.g., a visual image) to an external user (e.g., a user) of the wearable electronic device (101). The display panel (320) may be electrically connected to a display driver integrated circuit (DDI). Display

[0081] According to one embodiment, a strap connection structure (e.g., the strap connection structure (60) of FIGS. 3 to 5) may be connected to a portion of the strap (52). For example, the strap (52) may be connected to one side of the housing (51) at one end and to a portion of the strap connection structure (60) at the other end (e.g., the upper portion (e.g., the upper portion (200) of FIGS. 3 to 5)). For example, the strap (52) may be connected to the other side of the housing (51) at one end and to a portion of the strap connection structure (60) near the middle (e.g., the lower portion (e.g., the lower portion (300) of FIGS. 3 to 5)).

[0082] FIG. 3 is a drawing showing the combined state of a strap connection structure of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0083] FIG. 4 is a drawing showing the released state of a strap connection structure of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0084] FIG. 5 is a perspective view projecting the upper part and lower part of a strap of an electronic device and a strap connection structure coupled to the strap, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0085] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a housing (e.g., housing (51) of FIG. 2), a strap (52), a link (55), and / or a strap connection structure (60). The strap connection structure (60) may include an upper part (200) and a lower part (300). According to one embodiment, the strap connection structure may be named a buckle.

[0086] Through the XYZ coordinates shown in FIGS. 3 to 5, the width direction of the strap (52) is defined as the X-axis direction, the thickness direction of the strap (52) (or strap connection structure (60)) is defined as the Z-axis direction (e.g., first direction (①)), and the length direction of the strap (52) is defined as the Y-axis direction (e.g., second direction (②)). The Z-axis direction (e.g., first direction (①)) is defined as the direction toward the upper part (200) of the strap as the upper direction (U), and the direction opposite to the upper direction (U) as the lower direction (L). The above Y-axis direction (e.g., second direction (②)) is defined based on the upper part moving left and right relative to the lower part (300) of the strap connection structure (60), with the direction in which the lower part (300) faces the housing (51) being the rear direction (R), and the direction opposite to the rear direction (R) being the front direction (F). The above XYZ coordinates are intended to exemplarily explain the arrangement of each component and do not limit the scope of rights.

[0087] According to one embodiment, the strap (52) is connected to the housing (51) via a link (55) and can be configured to be detachably attached to a part of the body (e.g., wrist, or ankle) of a user using the electronic device (101). For example, the wearable electronic device (101) may be in the form of a wristwatch. For example, when the wearable electronic device (101) is worn by a user, the strap (52) may wrap around the user's wrist, but is not limited thereto.

[0088] According to one embodiment, the strap (52) may be formed in various materials and / or shapes that allow the housing (51) to be worn on the user's body. For example, the strap (52) may be woven fabric, leather, rubber, urethane, metal, ceramic, or at least one of the above materials. For example, the strap (52) may include a flexible material to provide a stable fit to the user.

[0089] According to one embodiment, a link (55) is positioned at both ends of the strap (52) to detachably connect the housing (51) and the strap (52). For example, the link (55) may be coupled by engaging with a groove or protrusion formed in the housing (210). For example, the link (55) may include a connecting component such as a pogo pin, and may be replaced by a protrusion(s) or recess(es) formed in the strap (52) according to the embodiment.

[0090] According to one embodiment, the strap connection structure (60) (or buckle) may include a lower part (300) coupled to the middle of the strap (52), and an upper part (200) coupled to one end of the strap (52) and capable of being fastened to the lower part (300). For example, the strap (52) may include a first strap part (52a) configured to wrap around the user's wrist, and a second strap part (52b) positioned to wrap around a portion of one side (e.g., the side facing upward) of the first strap part (52a) and positioned to overlap with said side. The lower part (300) may be coupled to the middle of the first strap part (52a). The position of the lower part (300) may be adjusted on the first strap part (52a) according to the size of the user's wrist. The upper part (200) may be fixedly coupled to the end of the second strap (52) and may be positioned parallel to the lower part (300) when fastened.

[0091] According to one embodiment, the strap connection structure (60) (or buckle) can be fastened by the upper part (200) approaching the lower part (300). For example, when the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) approaches the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300), the upper part (200) and the lower part (300) can be easily joined by the magnetic force between the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320).

[0092] According to one embodiment, the strap connection structure (60) (or buckle) can be released by pulling one side of the upper portion (200) outward with respect to the lower portion (300). For example, the user can pull the pull band (250) exposed outwardly on the upper portion (200) in the opposite direction of the strap (52) (e.g., the front direction (F) and the upper direction (U)) to release the alignment of the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320) and easily separate the upper portion (200) and the lower portion (300).

[0093] According to one embodiment, the upper portion (200) of the strap connection structure (60) may include a first body (210), a first magnet (220), a magnet housing (240), and / or a pull band (250).

[0094] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) of the upper portion (200) may have a shape that provides a space in which a first magnet (220), a magnet housing (240), and / or a pull band (250) can be placed, and has an opening in the lower direction (L) toward the lower portion (300) and a front direction (F) for exposing a portion of the pull band (250). For example, the first body (210) may include (or form) a first opening (201) for exposing a pull band (250) that extends in the front direction (F) with one end fixed within the space. For example, the first body (210) may include (or form) a second opening (202) that is open so that the first magnet (220) placed within the space can be placed adjacent to the second magnet (320) of the lower portion (300).

[0095] According to one embodiment, the magnet housing (240) of the upper portion (200) can slide in a second direction (②) (e.g., front or rear direction (F, R)) within the first body (210). The magnet housing (240) may include a space for the first magnet (220) to be seated, a portion adjacent to the space and for fixing one end of the pull band (250), and / or a guide hole (e.g., guide hole (205) of FIG. 6) for guiding the sliding movement of the magnet housing (240).

[0096] According to one embodiment, the magnet housing (240), the pull band (250), and the first magnet (220) are formed such that at least a portion of them are fixed to each other, so that when the magnet housing (240) slides, the pull band (250) and the first magnet (220) can move together. For example, when a user pulls the pull band (250) toward the front direction (F) to release the strap connection structure (60), the magnet housing (240) coupled with the pull band (250) and the first magnet (220) embedded within the magnet housing (240) can move together toward the front direction (F). For example, to connect the strap connection structure (60), when a user brings the first magnet (220) to the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300), the first magnet (220) moves in the rearward direction (R) and aligns with the second magnet (320), and the magnet housing (240) and the pull band (250) connected to the magnet housing (240) can also move in the rearward direction (R).

[0097] According to one embodiment, a guide hole (e.g., guide hole (205) of FIG. 6) of the magnet housing (240) may be a groove or recess extending in a second direction (②) to guide the direction of movement of the magnet housing (240). The guide hole (205) may be arranged parallel to and adjacent to both ends of the first magnet (220) for stability.

[0098] According to one embodiment, the lower portion (300) of the strap connection structure (60) may include a second body (310) and / or a second magnet (320).

[0099] According to one embodiment, the second body (310) of the lower portion (300) may have a shape that provides a space in which a second magnet (320), a strap connecting door (340), a strap connecting pole (350), and / or an elastic connecting member (360) can be placed, and has an opening in the upper direction (U) toward the upper portion (200). For example, the second body (310) may include (or form) a fourth opening (301) that is open so that the second magnet (320) placed within the space can be placed adjacent to the first magnet (220) of the upper portion (200).

[0100] According to one embodiment, the strap connecting door (340) and the strap connecting pole (350) of the lower part (300) can connect (or fasten) the lower part (300) to a part of the strap (52). The strap connecting door (340) and the strap connecting pole (350) can be designed to change their position on the strap (52) and facilitate easy attachment and detachment to correspond to the size of the user's body. For example, the strap connecting pole (350) can be connected to pass through a hole (52c) formed in the strap (52) to fix the position of the lower part (300). The strap connecting door (340) can be connected to one end of the strap connecting pole (350) and can be configured as a rotatable door so that the strap connecting pole (350) can easily detach from the hole (52c) of the strap (52). Accordingly, the lower part (300) can be removed from the strap (52) and easily changed position.

[0101] According to one embodiment, the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300) is fixed within the second body (310) and positioned toward the fourth opening (301), thereby providing a strong magnetic force (e.g., attraction) to the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) when the strap connection structure (60) is connected. For example, for connecting the strap connection structure (60), when a user brings the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) to the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300), the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320), which can be connected through the second opening (202) and the fourth opening (301), can be easily aligned.

[0102] According to one embodiment, the magnet housing (240) may have a first part of a first coupling structure, and the second body (310) may have a second part of the first coupling structure. The first part of the first coupling structure may be either a protruding part or a recess. The second part of the first coupling structure may be either a recess or a protruding part that is mutually coupling with the first part. Hereinafter, as one example, the first part of the first coupling structure is described as a first projection (e.g., the first projection (241) of FIG. 8), and the second part (311) of the first coupling structure is described as a second groove (e.g., the second groove (311) of FIG. 8).

[0103] According to one embodiment, when the pull band (250) is pulled, the magnet housing (240) moves to release the first coupling structure, and the alignment between the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320) is misaligned, causing a repulsive force to be generated so that the upper part (200) and the lower part (300) can be separated.

[0104] According to one embodiment, the first coupling structure is located on the front side of the strap connection structure (60) (or buckle), thereby limiting the separation of the upper part (200) and the lower part (300) to the front side of the strap connection structure (60).

[0105] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) may have a first part of the second coupling structure, and the second body may have a second part of the second coupling structure. The first part of the second coupling structure may be either a protruding part or a recess, and the second part of the second coupling structure may be either a recess or a protruding part that can be coupled with the first part. Hereinafter, as an example, the first part of the second coupling structure is described as a first groove (211), and the second part of the second coupling structure is described as a second projection (312).

[0106] According to one embodiment, since the second coupling structure is located on the rear side of the strap connection structure (60) (or buckle), the upper part (200) and the lower part (300) may be limited from being separated to the rear side of the strap connection structure (60) while combined with the first coupling structure.

[0107] According to one embodiment, the second body (310) of the lower part (300) further includes a second projection (312) and a second groove (e.g., the second groove (311) of FIG. 8), the second projection (312) may be coupled with the first groove (211) of the upper part (200), and the second groove (311) may be coupled with the first projection (e.g., the first projection (241) of FIG. 8) of the upper part (200).

[0108] According to one embodiment, the coupling between the grooves and protrusions of the strap connection structure (60) (e.g., coupling between the first groove (211) and the second protrusion (312) of FIGS. 8 to 13, and coupling between the second groove (311) and the first protrusion (241)) may be performed by a plurality of operations between the upper part (200) and the lower part (300). For example, the release of the strap connection structure (60) may include a first separation operation configured to separate the first protrusion (241) of the upper part (200) from the second groove (311) of the lower part (300), and a second separation operation configured to separate the second protrusion (312) of the lower part (300) from the first groove (211) of the upper part (200). For example, the coupling of the strap connection structure (60) may include a first fastening operation and a second fastening operation performed in the reverse order of the release of the strap connection structure (60). The specific details of each operation will be explained in detail later.

[0109] FIG. 6 is an exploded perspective view of the upper portion of a strap connection structure of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0110] FIG. 7a is an exploded perspective view of the lower end of a strap connection structure of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0111] FIG. 7b is a drawing showing an operation for connecting a strap at the lower end of a strap connection structure of an electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0112] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a housing (e.g., housing (51) of FIG. 2), a strap (e.g., strap (52) of FIG. 5), and / or a strap connection structure (60). The strap connection structure (60) may include an upper part (200) and a lower part (300).

[0113] Through the XYZ coordinates illustrated in FIGS. 6 to 7b, the width direction of the strap (52) is defined as the X-axis direction, the thickness direction of the strap (52) (or strap connection structure (60)) is defined as the Z-axis direction (e.g., first direction (①)), and the length direction of the strap (52) is defined as the Y-axis direction (e.g., second direction (②)). The Z-axis direction (e.g., first direction (①)) is defined as the direction toward the upper part (200) of the strap as the upper direction (U), and the direction opposite to the upper direction (U) as the lower direction (L). The above Y-axis direction (e.g., second direction (②)) is defined based on the upper part moving left and right relative to the lower part (300) of the strap connection structure (60), with the direction in which the lower part (300) faces the housing (51) being the rear direction (R), and the direction opposite to the rear direction (R) being the front direction (F). The above XYZ coordinates are intended to exemplarily explain the arrangement of each component and do not limit the scope of rights.

[0114] The configuration of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 6 to 7b may be partially or entirely identical to the configuration of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 to 5.

[0115] The embodiments of FIGS. 6 to 7b can be optionally combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 5 and the embodiments of FIGS. 8 to 32.

[0116] According to one embodiment, the upper portion (200) of the strap connection structure (60) may include a first body (210), a first magnet (220), a first magnet cover (230), a magnet housing (240), a pull band (250), a band holder (260), and / or a fixing member (270).

[0117] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) of the upper portion (200) is fixed to one end of the strap (52) and may provide a space in which a first magnet (220), a first magnet cover (230), a magnet housing (240), a pull band (250), a band holder (260), and / or a fixing member (270) may be placed. The first body (210) may be formed of a material (e.g., metal, or plastic) that provides an aesthetic appeal by providing a surface that is exposed to the outside when the electronic device (101) is fastened to the user's body.

[0118] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) includes a first opening (201) formed toward the front side, and the first opening (201) may provide a passage through which a portion of the pull band (250) and the magnet housing (240) coupled to the pull band (250) can be exposed to the outside. For example, the pull band (250) is configured to be exposed to the outside overall, except for a fixed portion, so that a user can easily grasp it, and when a user pulls the pull band (250), a portion of the magnet housing (240) can be exposed to the outside through the first opening (201).

[0119] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) may include a second opening (202) formed toward the lower side. The second opening (202) may be configured so that a first magnet (220) (or a first magnet cover (230) covering the first magnet (220)) seated within the magnet housing (240) is exposed in the lower direction (L) to easily generate magnetic force. The first magnet (220) may be aligned with a second magnet (320) seated on the lower part (300) to maintain the coupled state of the strap connection structure (60). The first magnet (220) may slide together with the magnet housing (240), and when the alignment of the first magnet (220) with the second magnet (320) seated on the lower part (300) is released, the strap connection structure (60) may have a released state.

[0120] According to one embodiment, the second opening (202) of the first body (210) may be formed as a recess shape that is recessed inwardly, and may be formed as a space into which a significant portion of the lower part (300) can be inserted. Within the second opening (202), the coupling / uncoupling operation of the first groove (211) of the upper part (200) and the second projection (312) of the lower part (300), and the coupling / uncoupling operation of the first projection (241) of the upper part (200) and the second groove (311) of the lower part (300) may be performed.

[0121] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) includes a third opening (203) formed in the rearward direction (R), and one end of the strap (52) can be inserted into the third opening (203) and coupled to the upper part (200). For example, one end of the strap (52) can be inserted through the third opening (203) and secured to the first body (210) through a fixing member (52d) (e.g., a screw) of the strap (52).

[0122] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) of the upper portion (200) may include a first groove (211) that forms a snap-fit ​​connection to maintain a stable connection with the lower portion (300). The first body (210) may have a first groove (211) formed in a first direction (①) so as to be coupled with a second projection (312) of the lower portion (300). For example, the first body (210) may be exposed to a second opening (201), form a first groove (211) that is recessed in the upward direction (U), and be snap-fitted with a second projection (312) that protrudes in the upward direction (U) on the second body (310). The connection of the first groove (211) of the upper part (200) and the second projection (312) of the lower part (300) can limit (e.g., prevent or reduce) the upper part (200) from being pushed in the second direction (②) relative to the lower part (300). The fitting connection of the first groove (211) of the upper part (200) and the second projection (312) of the lower part (300) can maintain a stable connection state of the strap connection structure (60), so that it does not come undone unless the user intentionally performs a separation operation.

[0123] According to one embodiment, the edge of the first groove (211) of the first body (210) may have a curved surface (e.g., the first curved surface (211a) of FIG. 8) formed so that the second projection (312) can be easily inserted. For example, the front portion of the edge of the first groove (211) into which the second projection (312) is inserted forms a configuration inclined at a specified angle, and the inclined configuration of the first groove (211) can guide the easy coupling / uncoupling operation when the upper portion (200) is partially tilted relative to the lower portion (300) in the coupling / uncoupling operation of the strap connection structure.

[0124] According to one embodiment, the first groove (211) of the first body (210) is disclosed to be formed in a vertical direction (e.g., first direction (①)) of the strap (52), but is not limited thereto and can be modified to form a specified inclination with respect to the strap (52) for easy coupling / uncoupling of the strap connection structure (60). For example, the first groove (211) of the first body (210) can be formed to have various inclinations with respect to the strap (52), such as 30°, 45°, or 60°, and the second projection (312) of the second body (310) can also be formed in a protruding shape having a specified angle of inclination to correspond thereto.

[0125] According to one embodiment, the magnetic housing (240) of the upper portion (200) is located within the space of the first body (210) and can be fastened to be movable in a second direction (②) (e.g., front direction (F) and rear direction (R)). The magnetic housing (240) is coupled to the pull band (250), and when a user pulls the pull band (250), the magnetic housing (240) moves in the front direction (F) together with the pull band (250) to perform a release operation of the strap connection structure (60).

[0126] Referring to circle (A) which shows the rear surface of the magnet housing (240) disclosed in FIG. 6, the magnet housing (240) includes at least one guide hole (205) extended along a second direction (②), and the guide hole (205) can guide the path along which the magnet housing (240) moves. As a fixing member (270) that restricts movement of the magnet housing (240) other than in the second direction (②) is disposed through the guide hole (205), the magnet housing (240) can stably perform reciprocating motion (e.g., horizontal motion) in the second direction (②).

[0127] According to one embodiment, the magnet housing (240) of the upper portion (200) may include a first projection (241) that forms a snap-fit ​​connection to maintain a stable connection with the lower portion (300). The magnet housing (240) may have a first projection (241) formed that protrudes in a second direction (②) and may be coupled with a second groove (311) of the lower portion (300). For example, the magnet housing (240) may be exposed toward the second opening (202), form a first projection (241) that protrudes in the rearward direction (R), and be snap-fitted with a second groove (311) that is recessed into the inner side of the second body (310). The combination of the first projection (241) of the upper part (200) and the second groove (311) of the lower part (300) can restrict (e.g., prevent or reduce) the upper part (200) from detaching from the lower part (300) in the first direction (①) (e.g., downward direction (L)). The combination of the first projection (241) of the upper part (200) and the second groove (311) of the lower part (300) maintains a stable connection state of the strap connection structure (60), thereby preventing it from coming undone unless the user intentionally performs a separation operation.

[0128] According to one embodiment, the pull band (250) of the upper portion (200) may be coupled to one side of the magnetic housing (240) and positioned to pass through the first opening (201). The pull band (250) is a means for a user to easily separate the upper portion (200) from the lower portion (300), and in the coupled state of the strap connection structure (60), the user can release the strap connection structure (60) by pulling the pull band (250) in the front direction (F).

[0129] According to one embodiment, the connection between the pull band (250) and the magnet housing (240) can be secured by a band holder (260). A band hole (251) is formed at one end of the pull band (250), and the band holder (260) may include a protrusion (261) for securing the pull band (250) by penetrating the band hole (251), and a plate (262) that is fitted into the inner hole (241) of the magnet housing (240). For example, the connection between the pull band (250) and the magnet housing (240) can be achieved by pressing the first body (210) onto the upper side of the band holder (260) (and magnet housing (240)) while the magnet housing (240) and the pull band (250) are secured through the band holder (260). Accordingly, the band holder (260) can secure the pull band (250) and the magnetic housing (240) without a separate connecting member (e.g., screw), and when replacing the band holder (260), a new band holder (260) can be easily replaced with a new one through a simple operation without a connecting member (e.g., screw).

[0130] According to one embodiment, the first magnet (220) of the upper portion (200) may be placed in the inner space of the magnet housing (240). The first magnet cover (230) may be configured to surround the first magnet (220) in order to securely fix the first magnet (220). The first magnet cover (230) may be placed along the lower side and / or the outer side of the first magnet (220) and may be made of a material other than metal so as not to interfere with the magnetism of the first magnet (220).

[0131] According to one embodiment, in the release operation of the strap connection structure (60), when the pull band (250) is pulled in the front direction (F), the magnet housing (240) and the first magnet (220) (and the first magnet cover (230)) disposed inside the magnet housing (240) can move together in the front direction (F). According to one embodiment, in the coupling operation of the strap connection structure (60), as the first magnet (220) aligns with the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300), the magnet housing (240) and the pull band (250) fixed to one end of the magnet housing (240) can move in the rear direction (R).

[0132] According to one embodiment, the fixing member (270) of the upper portion (200) is positioned to penetrate the guide hole (205) of the magnet housing (240) and can form a fixed position. Accordingly, the magnet housing (240) can move horizontally within the size of the guide hole (205). The fixing member (270) restricts the movement of the magnet housing (240) other than in the second direction (②) and can combine the magnet housing (240) with the first body (210).

[0133] According to one embodiment, the lower part (300) of the strap connection structure (60) may include a second body (310), a second magnet (320), a second magnet cover (330), a strap connection door (340), a strap connection pole (350), and / or an elastic coupling member (360).

[0134] According to one embodiment, the second body (310) of the lower portion (300) is positioned in the middle of the strap (52) and may provide a space where a second magnet (320), a second magnet cover (330), a strap connecting pole (350), and / or an elastic coupling member (360) can be placed. When the electronic device (101) is fastened to the user's body, the second body (310) of the lower portion (300) can maintain a fixed state on the strap (52) by providing a structure in which the upper portion (200) approaches and fastens.

[0135] According to one embodiment, the second body (310) may include a fourth opening (301) formed facing upward. The fourth opening (301) may be configured to have a recess shape that is recessed inward, so that a second magnet (320) (or a second magnet cover (330) covering the second magnet (320)) is exposed in the upward direction (U) to generate magnetic force. The second magnet (320) may be aligned with the first magnet (220) seated on the upper part (200) to maintain the coupled state of the strap connection structure (60). When the alignment of the second magnet (320) with the first magnet (220) is released as the first magnet (220) slides together with the magnet housing (240), the second magnet (320) may have a released state of the strap connection structure (60).

[0136] According to one embodiment, the second body (310) may have a conduit (313) formed therein for connecting a part of the strap connecting door (340). The conduit (313) of the second body (310) may be formed in a cylindrical shape to facilitate rotation of the second body (310) relative to the strap connecting door (340) (or the strap connecting door (340) relative to the second body (310)) in a passage shape through which the connecting pole (341) of the strap connecting door (340) can pass. The conduit (313) of the second body (310) may be formed to extend in the vertical direction of the strap (52).

[0137] According to one embodiment, the second body (310) can perform a coupling or uncoupling operation of the strap connection structure (60) as the second opening (202) of the first body (210) is inserted inward or disengaged. For example, the coupling or uncoupling operation of the strap connection structure (60) can be performed by coupling / uncoupling the second projection (312) disposed on the second body (310) and the first groove (211) of the first body (210), and coupling / uncoupling the second groove (311) disposed on the second body (310) and the first projection (241) of the magnet housing (240).

[0138] According to one embodiment, the second body (310) of the lower portion (300) may include a second projection (312) that forms a snap-fit ​​connection to maintain a stable connection with the upper portion (200). A second projection (312) protruding in a first direction (①) is formed on one side of the second body (310) so as to be coupled with a first groove (211) of the first body (210). For example, the second body (310) may be exposed to the outside and form a second projection (312) protruding in an upward direction (U), and may be snap-fitted with a first groove (211) that is recessed into the inside of the first body (210). The connection of the second projection (312) of the lower part (300) and the first groove (211) of the upper part (200) can limit (e.g., prevent or reduce) the upper part (200) being pushed in the second direction (②) relative to the lower part (300). The fitting connection of the second projection (312) of the lower part (300) and the first groove (211) of the upper part (200) can maintain a stable connection state of the strap connection structure (60), so that it does not come undone unless the user intentionally performs a separation operation.

[0139] According to one embodiment, the second projection (312) of the second body (310) is configured to be formed in a vertical direction (e.g., the first direction (①)) of the strap (52), but is not limited thereto and can be modified to form a specified inclination with respect to the strap (52) for easy coupling / uncoupling of the strap connection structure (60). For example, the second projection (312) of the second body (310) can be formed to have various inclinations with respect to the strap (52), such as 30°, 45°, or 60°, and correspondingly, the first groove (211) of the first body (210) can also be formed in a concave shape with a specified angle of inclination.

[0140] According to one embodiment, the second body (310) of the lower portion (300) may include a second groove (311) that forms a snap-fit ​​connection to maintain a stable connection with the upper portion (200). The second body (310) may have a second groove (311) formed in a second direction (②) so as to be coupled with a first projection (241) of the magnet housing (240). For example, the second body (310) may have a second groove (311) that is exposed to the outside and recessed in the rear direction (R), and may be snap-fitted with a first projection (241) that protrudes in the rear direction (R) on the magnet housing (240). The combination of the second groove (311) of the lower part (300) and the first projection (241) of the upper part (200) can restrict (e.g., prevent or reduce) the upper part (200) from detaching from the lower part (300) in the first direction (①) (e.g., downward direction (L)). The combination of the second groove (311) of the lower part (300) and the first projection (241) of the upper part (200) can maintain a stable connection state of the strap connection structure (60), thereby preventing it from coming undone unless the user intentionally performs a separation operation.

[0141] According to one embodiment, the edge of the second groove (311) of the second body (310) may have a curved surface (e.g., the second curved surface (311a) of FIG. 8) formed so that the first projection (241) can be easily inserted. For example, the upper portion of the edge of the second groove (311) into which the first projection (241) is inserted forms a configuration inclined at a specified angle, and the inclined configuration of the second groove (311) can guide the easy coupling / uncoupling operation to be possible when the upper portion (200) is partially tilted relative to the lower portion (300) in the coupling / uncoupling operation of the strap connection structure. The shape of the curved surface (211a) facing the front side of the first groove (211) of the first body (210) and the curved surface (311a) facing the upper side of the second groove (311) of the second body (310) can guide the strap connection structure, which requires coupling / uncoupling through multiple operations, to be coupled / uncoupled simultaneously (e.g., one-touch operation).

[0142] According to one embodiment, the strap connecting door (340), strap connecting pole (350), and elastic connecting member (360) of the lower part (300) are positioned inside the second body (310), and the position of the lower part (300) on the strap (52) can be easily changed or fixed.

[0143] According to one embodiment, the strap connecting door (340) may be formed as a pair and positioned at both ends of the second body (310). The first connecting door (340a) positioned on one side of the second body (310) may fix the position of the strap connecting poles (350) and the elastic connecting member (360). The second connecting door (340b) positioned on the other side of the second body (310) includes a pull plate (342) and a connecting pole (341) formed protruding on the pull plate (342), and the connecting pole (341) may be coupled so as to be slidable into the conduit (313) of the second body (310).

[0144] According to one embodiment, the strap connecting poles (350) are formed as a pair and can be positioned so as to be inserted into a hole (e.g., hole (52c) in FIG. 5) formed on the strap (52). The strap connecting poles (350) are a structure for connecting the strap (52) and the strap connecting structure (60), and can be configured to be detachable to fit the size of the user's body (e.g., wrist).

[0145] According to one embodiment, the elastic coupling member (360) is located within the conduit (313) of the second body (310) and can provide elastic force for coupling / uncoupling of the second connecting door (340b) with respect to the first connecting door (340a) for sliding movement.

[0146] According to one embodiment, the connection and release between the lower part (300) and the strap (52) can be performed by moving the second connecting door (340b) relative to the first connecting door (340a). For example, the release operation of the lower part (300) from the strap (52) can be performed by pulling and rotating the second connecting door (340b) so that one side of the strap connecting poles (350) is opened, and the lower part (300) can be separated from the strap (52) through said open side. The connection operation between the strap (52) and the lower part (300) can be performed by fixing (e.g., inserting) the strap connecting poles (350) at an appropriate position on the strap (52) to fit the size of the user's body (e.g., wrist) and the separated lower part (300), and then performing the release operation in the reverse order.

[0147] Below, the release operation (state) of the strap connection structure (60) and the connection operation (state) of the strap connection structure (60) will be described sequentially.

[0148] FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view showing the combined state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0149] FIG. 9 is a perspective view showing a cross-sectional view of a strap connection structure in a combined state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0150] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view showing a first separation operation in the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0151] FIG. 11 is a perspective view showing a cross-section for a first separation operation during the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0152] FIG. 12 is a cross-sectional view showing a second separation operation in the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0153] FIG. 13 is a perspective view showing a cross-section for a second separation operation during the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0154] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a housing (e.g., housing (51) of FIG. 2), a strap (e.g., strap of FIG. 5), and / or a strap connection structure (60). The strap connection structure (60) may include an upper part (200) and a lower part (300).

[0155] Through the XYZ coordinates shown in FIGS. 8 to 13, the width direction of the strap (52) is defined as the X-axis direction, the thickness direction of the strap (52) (or strap connection structure (60)) is defined as the Z-axis direction (e.g., first direction (①)), and the length direction of the strap (52) is defined as the Y-axis direction (e.g., second direction (②)). The Z-axis direction (e.g., first direction (①)) is defined as the direction toward the upper part (200) of the strap as the upper direction (U), and the direction opposite to the upper direction (U) as the lower direction (L). The above Y-axis direction (e.g., second direction (②)) is defined based on the upper part moving left and right relative to the lower part (300) of the strap connection structure (60), with the direction in which the lower part (300) faces the housing (51) being the rear direction (R), and the direction opposite to the rear direction (R) being the front direction (F). The above XYZ coordinates are intended to exemplarily explain the arrangement of each component and do not limit the scope of rights.

[0156] The configuration of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 8 to 13 may be partially or entirely identical to the configuration of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 to 7.

[0157] The embodiments of FIGS. 8 to 13 can be optionally combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 7b and the embodiments of FIGS. 14 to 32.

[0158] According to one embodiment, the release operation (state) of the strap connection structure (60) may be performed by dividing it into a first separation operation and a second separation operation. The first separation operation may be defined as an operation resulting from the sliding movement of the upper part (200) toward the front direction (F) relative to the lower part (300). The second separation operation may be defined as an operation resulting from the movement of the upper part (200) toward the upper direction (U) relative to the lower part (300). The first separation operation and the second separation operation may be performed sequentially. The first separation operation and the second separation operation may be performed simultaneously (e.g., in a one-touch manner).

[0159] According to one embodiment, the coupling operation (state) of the strap connection structure (60) may be performed as a first coupling operation and a second coupling operation. The coupling operation (state) of the strap connection structure may be performed in the reverse order of the release operation (state) of the strap connection structure (60). The first coupling operation may be defined as an operation resulting from the downward direction (L) of the upper part (200) relative to the lower part (300). The second coupling operation may be defined as an operation resulting from the sliding movement of the upper part (200) relative to the lower part (300) toward the rear direction (R). The first coupling operation and the second coupling operation may be performed sequentially. The first coupling operation and the second coupling operation may be performed simultaneously (e.g., in a one-touch manner).

[0160] Referring to FIGS. 8 and 9, the combined state of the strap connection structure (60) can be observed. According to one embodiment, the combined state of the strap connection structure (60) can be maintained by the combination of the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) and the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300). According to one embodiment, in the combined state of the strap connection structure (60), the fitting connection structure of the second projection (312) of the lower part (300) inserted into the first groove (211) of the upper part (200) can limit (e.g., reduce or prevent) separation between the upper part (200) and the lower part (300). According to one embodiment, in the combined state of the strap connection structure (60), the fitting connection structure of the first projection (241) of the upper part (200) inserted into the second groove (311) of the lower part (300) can limit (e.g., reduce or prevent) separation between the upper part (200) and the lower part (300).

[0161] According to one embodiment, the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) and the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300) are aligned side by side and can maintain a state of being joined by means of attraction. When the upper part (200) approaches the lower part (300) during the joining operation of the strap connection structure (60), the magnetic alignment between the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320) strongly moves the magnet housing (240) (e.g., magnet housing (240) moved to the front side for separation) that has already been moved to the front side to the rear side, so that the rear side of the magnet housing (240) can be moved automatically without the user having to perform a separate action of pushing the pull band (250) to the rear side.

[0162] According to one embodiment, with the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) and the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300) aligned side by side, at least a portion of the lower part (300) can be seated inside the second opening (202) of the upper part (200). For example, the larger the area (e.g., volume) of the lower part (300) inserted into the upper part (200), the greater the overall thickness of the strap connection structure (60) can be reduced, so the lower part (300) can be designed to be mostly inserted into the upper part (200).

[0163] According to one embodiment, when the strap connection structure (60) is coupled, the inclined surface (210a) formed on the rear side of the second opening (202) of the upper part (200) can guide a path that allows the lower part (300) to be easily inserted into the second opening (202). For example, the inclined surface (210a) formed on the rear side of the second opening (202) can form a curved surface corresponding to the shape of the rear side of the lower part (300), and the inclined surface (210a) can smoothly guide the lower part (300) into the second opening (202) of the upper part (200). Accordingly, convenience and stability of the coupling operation of the strap connection structure (60) can be provided to the user.

[0164] According to one embodiment, the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) and the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300) are aligned side by side, and the second projection (312) and the first groove (211) may have a shape that extends in a first direction (①) perpendicular to the second direction (②) to restrict (e.g., reduce or prevent) movement in the second direction (②) of the upper part (200). The second projection (312) of the second body (310) may be formed on the rear side of the second magnet (320) and may have a shape that protrudes in an upward direction (U). The end of the second projection (312) of the second body (310) may have a curved surface (211a) formed so that it can be easily inserted into the first groove (211) of the first body (210).

[0165] According to one embodiment, the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) and the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300) are aligned side by side, and the first projection (241) and the second groove (311) may be shaped to extend in a second direction (②) perpendicular to the first direction (①) to restrict (e.g., reduce or prevent) movement in the first direction (①) of the lower part (300). The second groove (311) of the second body (310) may be formed on the front side of the second magnet (320), and the first projection (241) of the magnet housing (240) may be shaped to protrude in the rear direction (R). The end of the first projection (241) of the inner part may have a curved surface (311a) formed so that it can be easily inserted into the second groove (311) of the second body (310).

[0166] Referring to FIGS. 10 and 11, one state (e.g., first separation state) during the first separation operation of the strap connection structure (60) can be identified. Generally, the release of the connection structure of a wearable electronic device can be performed by a push operation. In one embodiment of the present disclosure, the strap connection structure (60) of a wearable electronic device (101) can be released by a pull operation opposite to a push operation.

[0167] According to one embodiment, the first separation operation of the strap connection structure can be performed by releasing the first magnet (220) of the upper portion (200) and the second magnet (320) of the lower portion (300). For example, a user can pull a pull band (250) exposed to the outside of the upper portion (200) to move the magnet housing (240) and the first magnet (220) located within the magnet housing (240) toward the front direction (F). As the first magnet (220) moves toward the front, the alignment with the second magnet (320) can be released.

[0168] According to one embodiment, the first separation operation of the strap connection structure can be performed by releasing the first projection (241) of the upper portion (200) and the second groove (311) of the lower portion (300). For example, a user can pull the pull band (250) exposed to the outside of the upper portion (200) to move the first projection (241) protruding toward the rear side on the magnet housing (240) and the magnet housing (240) toward the front side (F). As the first projection (241), which was inserted into the second groove (311) of the second body (310), moves toward the front side, it can be separated from the second groove (311).

[0169] According to one embodiment, in the first separation operation of the strap connection structure (60), the release of alignment between the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320), and the separation of the first projection (241) from the second groove (311) can be performed simultaneously by the movement of the pull band (250).

[0170] Referring to FIGS. 12 and 13, a state (e.g., a second separation state) during a second separation operation of the strap connection structure (60) can be observed. According to one embodiment, the second separation operation of the strap connection structure (60) can be performed by the separation of the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) and the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300). For example, a user can pull the pull band (250) exposed outside the upper part (200) upward (e.g., lift it from the lower part (300)) to move the magnet housing (240) and the first magnet (220) located within the magnet housing (240) upward. As the first magnet (220) moves upward, it can be separated from the second magnet (320) and completely separated.

[0171] According to one embodiment, the second separation operation of the strap connection structure (60) can be performed by releasing the second projection (312) of the lower portion (300) and the first groove (211) of the upper portion (200). For example, a user can pull the pull band (250) exposed to the outside of the upper portion (200) upward to move the first body (210) and the first groove (211) formed inside the first body (210) upward (U). As the first groove (211) of the first body (210) moves upward, the second projection (312) inserted into the first groove can be separated.

[0172] According to one embodiment, in the second separation operation of the strap connection structure (60), the separation of the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320), and the separation of the second projection (312) from the first groove (211) can be performed simultaneously by the movement of the pull band (250).

[0173] According to one embodiment, a first separation (or fastening) operation and a second separation (or fastening) operation can be performed simultaneously (e.g., one-touch mode). In order for separation / fastening operations to be performed simultaneously between mutually perpendicular protrusions and grooves (e.g., a first groove (211) and a second protrusion (312) extending in a first direction (①), and a second groove (311) and a first protrusion (241) extending in a second direction (②), each groove (e.g., the first groove (211) and the second groove (311)) may have a curved surface (211a, 311a) formed therein for easy insertion / removal between each protrusion (e.g., the second protrusion (312) and the first protrusion (241)).

[0174] According to one embodiment, the edge of the first groove (211) of the first body (210) may have a curved surface (211a) formed so that the second projection (312) can be easily inserted. For example, the front portion of the edge of the first groove (211) into which the second projection (312) is inserted forms a configuration inclined at a specified angle, and the inclined configuration of the first groove (211) can guide easy coupling / uncoupling operation when the upper portion (200) is partially tilted relative to the lower portion (300) during the coupling / uncoupling operation of the strap connection structure (60).

[0175] According to one embodiment, the edge of the second groove (311) of the second body (310) may have a curved surface (311a) formed so that the first projection (241) can be easily inserted. For example, the upper portion of the edge of the second groove (311) into which the first projection (241) is inserted forms a configuration inclined at a specified angle, and the inclined configuration of the second groove (311) can guide easy coupling / uncoupling operations when the upper portion (200) is partially tilted relative to the lower portion (300) during the coupling / uncoupling operation of the strap connection structure. The shape of the curved surface (211a) of the front portion of the first body (210) and the curved surface (311a) of the upper portion of the second body (310) can guide the strap connection structure (60), which requires coupling / uncoupling through multiple operations, to be coupled / uncoupled with a one-touch operation.

[0176] FIG. 14 is a perspective view projecting the upper part and lower part of a strap of an electronic device and a strap connection structure coupled to the strap, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0177] FIG. 15 is a cross-sectional view showing the combined state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0178] FIG. 16 is a perspective view showing a cross-sectional view of a strap connection structure in a combined state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0179] FIG. 17 is a cross-sectional view showing a first separation operation in the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0180] FIG. 18 is a perspective view showing a cross-section for a first separation operation during the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0181] FIG. 19 is a cross-sectional view showing a second separation operation in the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0182] FIG. 20 is a perspective view showing a cross-section for a second separation operation during the release state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0183] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a housing (e.g., housing (51) of FIG. 2), a strap (e.g., strap (52) of FIG. 5), and / or a strap connection structure (70). The strap connection structure (70) may include an upper part (200) and a lower part (300).

[0184] Through the XYZ coordinates illustrated in FIGS. 14 to 20, the width direction of the strap (52) is defined as the X-axis direction, the thickness direction of the strap (52) (or strap connection structure (60)) is defined as the Z-axis direction (e.g., first direction (①)), and the length direction of the strap (52) is defined as the Y-axis direction (e.g., second direction (②)). The Z-axis direction (e.g., first direction (①)) is defined as the direction toward the upper part (200) of the strap as the upper direction (U), and the direction opposite to the upper direction (U) as the lower direction (L). The above Y-axis direction (e.g., second direction (②)) is defined based on the upper part moving left and right relative to the lower part (300) of the strap connection structure (60), with the direction in which the lower part (300) faces the housing (51) being the rear direction (R), and the direction opposite to the rear direction (R) being the front direction (F). The above XYZ coordinates are intended to exemplarily explain the arrangement of each component and do not limit the scope of rights.

[0185] The configuration of the strap connection structure (70) of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 14 to 20 may be partially or entirely identical to the configuration of the strap connection structure (60) of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 to 13.

[0186] The embodiments of FIGS. 14 to 20 can be optionally combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 13 and the embodiments of FIGS. 15 to 32.

[0187] Hereinafter, the strap connection structure (70) of FIGS. 14 to 20 may be a structure in which the groove of the upper part (200) (e.g., the first groove (211) of FIG. 8) and the protrusion of the lower part (300) (e.g., the second protrusion (312) of FIG. 8) are excluded, unlike the strap connection structure (60) of FIGS. 5 to 13.

[0188] According to one embodiment, the strap (52) is connected to the housing (51) via a link (55) and can be configured to be detachably attached to a part of the body (e.g., wrist, ankle, etc.) of a user using the electronic device (101).

[0189] According to one embodiment, the link (55) is positioned at both ends of the strap (52) to connect the housing (51) and the strap (52) so as to be detachable.

[0190] According to one embodiment, the strap connection structure (70) may include a lower part (300) coupled to the middle of the strap (52), and an upper part (200) coupled to one end of the strap (52) and capable of being connected to the lower part (300).

[0191] According to one embodiment, the strap connection structure (70) can be fastened as the upper part (200) approaches the lower part (300). For example, when the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) approaches the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300), the upper part (200) and the lower part (300) can be easily joined by the magnetic force between the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320).

[0192] According to one embodiment, the strap connection structure (70) can be released by pulling one side of the upper portion (200) outward with respect to the lower portion (300). For example, the user can pull the pull band (250) exposed outwardly on the upper portion (200) in the opposite direction of the strap (52) (e.g., the front direction (F) and the upper direction (U)) to release the alignment of the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320) and easily separate the upper portion (200) and the lower portion (300).

[0193] According to one embodiment, the upper portion (200) of the strap connection structure (70) may include a first body (210), a first magnet (220), a magnet housing (240), a pull band (250), and / or a band holder (260). According to one embodiment, the lower portion (300) of the strap connection structure (70) may include a second body (310), a second magnet (320), a strap connection door (340), and / or a strap connection pole (350).

[0194] According to one embodiment, the release operation (state) of the strap connection structure (70) may be performed by a first separation operation and a second separation operation. The first separation operation may be defined as an operation resulting from the sliding movement of the upper part (200) in the front direction (F) relative to the lower part (300). The second separation operation may be defined as an operation resulting from the movement of the upper part (200) in the upward direction (U) relative to the lower part (300). The first separation operation and the second separation operation may be performed sequentially. The first separation operation and the second separation operation may be performed simultaneously (e.g., in a one-touch manner).

[0195] According to one embodiment, the coupling operation (state) of the strap connection structure (70) may be performed as a first coupling operation and a second coupling operation. The coupling operation (state) of the strap connection structure (70) may be performed in the reverse order of the release operation (state) of the strap connection structure.

[0196] Referring to FIGS. 15 and 16, the combined state of the strap connection structure (70) can be observed. According to one embodiment, the combined state of the strap connection structure (70) can be maintained by the combination of the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) and the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300). According to one embodiment, in the combined state of the strap connection structure (70), the fitting connection structure of the first projection (241) of the upper part (200) inserted into the second groove (311) of the lower part (300) can limit (e.g., reduce or prevent) separation between the upper part (200) and the lower part (300).

[0197] According to one embodiment, the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) and the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300) are aligned side by side and can maintain a coupled state by means of attraction. When the upper part (200) approaches the lower part (300) during the coupling operation of the strap connection structure (70), the magnetic alignment between the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320) strongly moves the magnet housing (240) that has already been moved to the front side (e.g., magnet housing (240) moved to the front side for separation) toward the rear side, so that the rear side of the magnet housing (240) can automatically move without the user having to perform a separate action of pushing the pull band (250) toward the rear side.

[0198] Referring to FIGS. 17 and 18, one state (e.g., first separation state) during the first separation operation of the strap connection structure (70) can be identified. Generally, the release of the connection structure of a wearable electronic device can be performed by a push operation. In one embodiment of the present disclosure, the strap connection structure (70) of a wearable electronic device (101) can be released by a pull operation opposite to a push operation.

[0199] According to one embodiment, the first separation operation of the strap connection structure (70) can be performed by releasing the first magnet (220) of the upper portion (200) and the second magnet (320) of the lower portion (300). For example, a user can pull the pull band (250) exposed to the outside of the upper portion (200) to move the magnet housing (240) and the first magnet (220) located within the magnet housing (240) toward the front direction (F). As the first magnet (220) moves toward the front, the alignment with the second magnet (320) can be released.

[0200] According to one embodiment, the first separation operation of the strap connection structure (70) can be performed by releasing the first projection (241) of the upper portion (200) and the second groove (311) of the lower portion (300). For example, a user can pull the pull band (250) exposed to the outside of the upper portion (200) to move the first projection (241) protruding toward the rear side on the magnet housing (240) and the magnet housing (240) toward the front side (F). As the first projection (241) inserted into the second groove (311) of the second body (310) moves toward the front side, it can be separated from the second groove (311).

[0201] Referring to FIGS. 19 and 20, one state (e.g., second separation state) during the second separation operation of the strap connection structure (70) can be observed. According to one embodiment, the second separation operation of the strap connection structure can be performed by the separation of the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) and the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300). For example, a user can pull the pull band (250) exposed to the outside of the upper part (200) in an upward direction (U) (e.g., lift it from the lower part (300)) to move the magnet housing (240) and the first magnet (220) located within the magnet housing (240) upward. As the first magnet (220) moves upward, it can be separated from the second magnet (320) and completely separated.

[0202] FIG. 21 is a perspective view showing a first process during the joining operation of the upper part of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0203] FIG. 22 is a perspective view showing a second process during the joining operation of the upper part of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0204] FIG. 23 is a view looking at the lower side of the second process during the joining operation of the upper part of the strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0205] FIG. 24 is a perspective view showing the upper part of a strap connection structure in a connected state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0206] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a housing (e.g., housing (51) of FIG. 2), a strap (e.g., strap (52) of FIG. 5), and / or a strap connection structure (60). The strap connection structure (60) may include an upper part (200) and a lower part (e.g., lower part (300) of FIG. 3 and FIG. 4).

[0207] The configuration of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 21 to 24 may be partially or entirely identical to the configuration of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 to 20.

[0208] The embodiments of FIGS. 21 to 24 can be optionally combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 20 and the embodiments of FIGS. 25 to 32.

[0209] According to one embodiment, the strap connection structure (60) can be connected by the upper part (200) approaching the lower part (300). For example, when the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) approaches the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300), the upper part (200) and the lower part (300) can be easily connected by the magnetic force between the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320).

[0210] According to one embodiment, the strap connection structure (60) can be released by pulling one side of the upper portion (200) outward with respect to the lower portion (300). For example, the user can pull the pull band (250) exposed outwardly on the upper portion (200) in the opposite direction of the strap (52) (e.g., the front direction (F) and the upper direction (U)) to release the alignment of the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320) and easily separate the upper portion (200) and the lower portion (300).

[0211] According to one embodiment, the upper portion (200) of the strap connection structure (60) may include a first body (210), a first magnet (220), a first magnet cover (230), a magnet housing (240), a pull band (250), and / or a band holder (260). Drawings 21 through 23 are disclosed by cutting the center of the upper portion (200) in the Y-axis direction to easily identify the features of the elements constituting the upper portion (200).

[0212] According to one embodiment, the full band (250) constituting the upper part (200) of the strap connection structure (60) is designed for releasing the strap connection structure (60) and, as it is a configuration that is visually exposed to the outside, can be utilized as an important design element describing the wearable electronic device (101).

[0213] According to one embodiment, the full band (250) can be manufactured to have various colors and / or materials as a design element that expresses individuality and style. For example, a user of the wearable electronic device (101) can select and replace the full band (250) of various colors to suit their taste or mood. For example, by providing the full band (250) with band straps made of various materials such as metal, leather, or silicone, the user can adjust the style and fit as desired. For example, the usability of the wearable electronic device (101) can be increased through various types of full bands (250) corresponding to various styles such as sports, formal wear, and casual wear.

[0214] According to one embodiment, the full band (250) can be structured to be easily replaceable according to the user's choice. For example, when connecting the full band (250) to the magnetic housing (240) (or the first body (210)) of the upper part (200), user convenience can be improved by providing an intuitive and convenient modular connection structure between the full band (250) and surrounding parts, rather than a fastening member such as a screw. According to the present disclosure, if the full band (250) of the upper part (200) is designed to be easily replaced without additional tools (e.g., designed as a modular connection structure), users can customize a wearable electronic device (101) that reflects their individuality. By providing various replacement options for the full band (250) in addition to the strap (52), users can enjoy the pleasure of creating various styles with a single wearable electronic device (101).

[0215] According to one embodiment, the pull band (250) may be named at least one of an open band, an unlock band, a release band, a click band, or a control band, or a first band, and the band may be replaced with at least one of a strap, a ribbon, a loop, a member, an element, a part, a portion, or a component.

[0216] Hereinafter, the joining process (e.g., first process, second process) and the joined state of the upper part (200) configured with a modular connection structure that allows the full band (250) to be easily replaced will be described in detail.

[0217] Referring to the first process according to one embodiment (see FIG. 21), the process of fastening a pull band (250) and a band holder (260) within a magnet housing (240) at the upper part (200) is shown.

[0218] According to one embodiment, the magnet housing (240) may be formed to a size that can be seated in a space within the first body (210). The magnet housing (240) may include a support body (244), a first inner opening (242) configured to allow insertion of a pull band (250), and a second inner opening (243) configured to allow insertion of a band holder (260). A first magnet (220) may be seated in a space on one side of the magnet housing (240).

[0219] According to one embodiment, the first inner opening (242) of the magnet housing (240) is opened in the front direction (F), and the second inner opening (243) of the magnet housing (240) can be opened in the upper direction (U) perpendicular to the front direction (F).

[0220] According to one embodiment, the pull band (250) may be formed by folding a band-shaped material in half and may include a gripping portion (252) for a user to grip, and a connecting portion (253) for connecting to a magnetic housing (240). The gripping portion (252) may be configured to be curved (e.g., in a banded form) so that the user can easily grip it. The connecting portion (253) may be a portion opposite to the gripping portion of the pull band (250) and may be a portion inserted into a first inner opening (242). A band hole (251) may be formed in the connecting portion (253) for connection with a band holder (260).

[0221] According to one embodiment, the band holder (260) may be formed entirely in a size that can be inserted into the second inner opening (243). The band holder (260) may include a plate (262) and a protruding portion (261) that protrudes downward from the plate (262) and is configured to penetrate the band hole (251).

[0222] In the first process according to one embodiment, the connecting portion (253) of the pull band (250) may be inserted toward the first inner opening (242) of the magnet housing (240). The connecting portion (253) of the pull band (250) may be moved in the rearward direction (R) and inserted into the inside of the first inner opening (242), and the gripping portion (252) may be exposed to the outside. Subsequently, the band holder (260) may be inserted toward the second inner opening (243) of the magnet housing (240). The protruding portion (261) of the band holder (260) may be moved in the downward direction (L) to pass through the second inner opening (243) and then pass through the band hole (251) of the pull band (250), and the plate (262) may be fastened in a fitted state with the second inner opening (243).

[0223] According to one embodiment, the first process is a process in which a pull band (250) and a band holder (260) are combined within a magnet housing (240), and since this is done in a modular fastening method without a separate fixing member (e.g., a screw), the replacement of the pull band (250) can be easily and conveniently provided.

[0224] Referring to the second process according to one embodiment (see FIG. 22 and FIG. 23), the process of fastening a magnetic housing (240) in which a pull band (250) and a band holder (260) are combined within a first body (210) is shown.

[0225] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) may provide a space in which a magnet housing (240) can be placed. The magnet housing (240) may be configured to slide within the space. The first body (210) may include a support (212), a first opening (201) configured to allow insertion of the magnet housing (240), a second opening (202) configured to allow insertion of a lower portion (300), and a third opening (203) configured to allow insertion of a strap (52). The first opening (201) and the second opening (202) may be connected to form a single space and may provide a space partitioned from the third opening (203).

[0226] According to one embodiment, a guide rod (213) may be formed in the first body (210) at a position corresponding to the guide hole (205) to guide the sliding movement of the magnet housing (240). The guide rod (213) may be positioned to face the magnet housing (240) and may extend in a second direction (②).

[0227] According to one embodiment, the first opening (201) of the first body (210) is opened in the front direction (F), the second opening (202) of the first body (210) is opened in the lower direction (L) perpendicular to the front direction (F), and the third opening (203) of the first body (210) can be opened in the rear direction (R).

[0228] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) may include a guide rod (213) that guides the sliding movement of the magnet housing (240) by a specified length within the space. The guide rod (213) may extend in a second direction (②) with a shape corresponding to the guide hole (205) of the magnet housing (240). The guide rod (213) inserted into the guide hole (205) of the magnet housing (240) may limit the directionality and movement distance of the magnet housing (240). According to one embodiment, the guide hole (205) and the guide rod (213) are formed as a pair for stable movement of the magnet housing (240) and may be positioned side by side on both sides relative to the first magnet (220).

[0229] In a second process according to one embodiment, a magnet housing (240) (e.g., a magnet housing (240) combined with a pull band (250) and a band holder (260)) may be inserted toward the first opening (201) of the first body (210). The magnet housing (240) may be inserted entirely into the space within the first body (210). When the magnet housing (240) is inserted into the first body (210), the guide hole (205) of the magnet housing (240) and the guide rod (213) of the first body (210) may be inserted and coupled to each other and connected through a connecting member. For example, the connecting member may pass through the guide hole (205) and be coupled to the groove of the guide rod (213).

[0230] In a second process according to one embodiment, the band holder (260) coupled to the magnetic housing (240) can be prevented from moving in the upward direction (U). Accordingly, the coupling portion (253) of the pull band (250) coupled within the magnetic housing (240) can be configured to restrict movement in the up, down, left, and right directions without a separate fixing member (e.g., screw). This modular fastening method can provide easy and convenient replacement of the pull band (250).

[0231] Referring to the combined state of the upper portion according to one embodiment (see FIG. 24), a magnetic housing (240) with a pull band (250) and a band holder (260) combined is fastened within the first body (210), and the gripping portion (252) of the pull band (250) is exposed to the outside to provide easy gripping by the user. The guide rod (213) of the first body (210) and the guide hole (205) of the magnetic housing (240), which are extended in a second direction and combined with each other, can guide the sliding movement of the magnetic housing (240) relative to the first body (210). If the user wishes to replace the pull band (250), the upper portion (200) can be easily separated in the order of the second process and the first process (e.g., the reverse order of joining).

[0232] FIG. 25 is a perspective view showing the combined state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0233] FIG. 26 is a cross-sectional view showing the interior of a combined state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0234] FIG. 27 is a perspective view showing the separated state of the upper and lower parts of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0235] FIG. 28 is a cross-sectional view showing the interior of the upper and lower portions of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0236] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a housing (e.g., housing (51) of FIG. 2), a strap (e.g., strap (52) of FIG. 5), and / or a strap connection structure (80). The strap connection structure (80) may include an upper part (200) and a lower part (300).

[0237] The configuration of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 25 to 28 may be partially or entirely identical to the configuration of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 to 27.

[0238] The embodiments of FIGS. 25 to 28 can be optionally combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 24 and the embodiments of FIGS. 29 to 32.

[0239] In the following, the strap connection structure (80) of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 25 to 28 may exclude the pull band (250), unlike the strap connection structure (60) of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 5 to 13. The strap connection structure (80) of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 25 to 28 may have a projection (401) formed on the lower part (300) that extends in a direction parallel to the strap (e.g., a second direction (②)), and a hole (402) (or groove) formed on the upper part (200) to receive the projection (401) (hereinafter described as a hole (402)), and may provide a connection structure by combining these.

[0240] According to one embodiment, the strap connection structure (80) can be fastened as the upper part (200) approaches the lower part (300). For example, when the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) approaches the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300), the upper part (200) and the lower part (300) can be easily joined by the magnetic force between the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320).

[0241] According to one embodiment, the strap connection structure (80) can be released by pulling the upper portion (200) against the lower portion (300). For example, a user can pull one side (e.g., edge) of the upper portion (200) toward the outside of the lower portion (300) (e.g., front direction (F) and upper direction (U)) to release the alignment of the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320) and easily separate the upper portion (200) and the lower portion (300).

[0242] According to one embodiment, the upper portion (200) of the strap connection structure (80) may include a first body (210), a first magnet (220), and / or an elastic portion (280).

[0243] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) of the upper portion (200) may have a shape in which a portion of the lower direction (L) toward the lower portion (300) is open, providing a space in which a first magnet (220) can be placed. For example, the first body (210) may include (or form) an opening (202) that is open so that the first magnet (220) placed within the space can be placed adjacent to the second magnet (320) of the lower portion (300).

[0244] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) of the upper part (200) may include a hole (402) that forms a snap connection to maintain a stable connection with the lower part (300). The first body (210) may have a hole (402) formed that is open in a second direction (②) and may be connected to a projection (401) of the lower part (300). For example, the front part of the first body (210) may have a curved shape (e.g., a ┏ shape), and the front part may have a hole (402) that penetrates in the second direction (②) and may be connected to a projection (401) that protrudes in the front direction (F) on the second body (310). The connection of the hole (402) of the upper part (200) and the projection (401) of the lower part (300) can limit (e.g., prevent or reduce) the upper part (200) from being pushed in the first direction (①) relative to the lower part (300). The interlocking connection of the hole (402) of the upper part (200) and the projection (401) of the lower part (300) can maintain a stable connection state of the strap connection structure (80), so that it does not come undone unless the user intentionally performs a separation operation.

[0245] According to one embodiment, the first magnet (220) of the upper portion (200) may be placed in the inner space of the first body (210). A first magnet cover (not shown) may be configured to surround the first magnet (220) in order to stably secure the first magnet (220).

[0246] According to one embodiment, the elastic portion (280) of the upper portion (200) may include a plate (281) and an elastic member (282) connected from one side of the plate (281). The elastic member (282) of the elastic portion (280) may be configured to extend from the strap (52) in the front direction (F) to press against one side of the rear of the lower portion (300) so that it is not easily separated after the lower portion (300) is fastened to the upper portion (200). For example, as the elastic member (282) extends into the open space of the upper portion (200), it may transmit elastic force from the rear side to the front side. For example, the elastic member (282) may have a curved surface (or part) formed (or arranged) at one end so that one side of the lower portion (300) coupled to the upper portion (200) is not damaged. For example, the elastic portion (282) may be fixed to one end of the strap (52) and positioned to pass through an opening formed in the second direction (②) of the upper portion (200).

[0247] According to one embodiment, the lower portion (300) of the strap connection structure (80) may include a second body (310), a second magnet (320), a strap connection door (340), and / or a strap connection pole (350).

[0248] According to one embodiment, the second body (310) of the lower portion (300) may have a shape that provides a space in which a second magnet (320), a strap connection door (340), and / or a strap connection pole (350) can be placed, and has an opening in the upper direction (U) toward the upper portion (200). For example, the second body (310) may form an opening so that the second magnet (320) placed within the space can be placed adjacent to the first magnet (220) of the upper portion (200).

[0249] According to one embodiment, the second body (310) of the lower part (300) may include a projection (401) that forms a snap-fit ​​connection to maintain a stable connection with the upper part (200). A projection (401) extending in a second direction (②) is formed on one side of the second body (310) so as to be coupled with a hole (402) of the first body (210). For example, the front portion of the second body (310) may form a projection (401) protruding in the front direction (F) and be snap-fit ​​coupled with a hole (402) formed in the first body (210). The coupling of the projection (401) of the lower part (300) and the hole (402) of the upper part (200) may limit (e.g., prevent or reduce) the upper part (200) being pushed in the first direction (①) relative to the lower part (300). The fitting connection of the protrusion (401) of the lower part (300) and the hole (402) of the upper part (200) maintains a stable connection state of the strap connection structure (80), so that it does not come loose unless the user intentionally performs a separation operation.

[0250] According to one embodiment, the strap connecting door (340) and the strap connecting pole (350) of the lower part (300) can connect (or fasten) the lower part (300) to a part of the strap (52). The strap connecting door (340) and the strap connecting pole (350) can be designed to change their position on the strap (52) to correspond to the size of the user's body and to facilitate easy attachment and detachment. For example, the strap connecting pole (350) can be connected to pass through a hole formed in the strap (52) to fix the position of the lower part (300). For example, the strap connecting door (340) can be connected to one end of the strap connecting pole (350) and can be configured as a rotatable door so that the strap connecting pole (350) can easily detach from the hole of the strap (52). Accordingly, the lower part (300) can be removed from the strap (52) and easily changed position.

[0251] According to one embodiment, the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300) is fixed within the second body (310) and, depending on its positioned facing upward, can strongly provide a magnetic force (e.g., attraction) to the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) when the strap connection structure (80) is connected. For example, when a user brings the first magnet (220) to the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300) for connecting the strap connection structure (80), the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320), which can be connected through the opening, can be easily aligned.

[0252] FIG. 29 is a perspective view showing the combined state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0253] FIG. 30 is a cross-sectional view showing the interior of a combined state of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0254] FIG. 31 is a perspective view showing the separated state of the upper and lower parts of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0255] FIG. 32 is a cross-sectional view showing the interior of the upper and lower portions of a strap connection structure according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0256] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a housing (e.g., housing (51) of FIG. 2), a strap (e.g., strap (52) of FIG. 5), and / or a strap connection structure (90). The strap connection structure (80) may include an upper part (200) and a lower part (300).

[0257] The configuration of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 29 to 32 may be partially or entirely identical to the configuration of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 to 28.

[0258] The embodiments of FIGS. 29 to 32 can be optionally combined with the embodiments of FIGS. 1 to 28.

[0259] In addition, the strap connection structure (90) of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 29 to 32 may exclude the full band (250), unlike the strap connection structure (60) of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 5 to 13. The strap connection structure (90) of the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 29 to 32 may have a projection (501) formed on the upper part (200) that extends in the vertical direction of the strap (e.g., the first direction (①)), and a groove (502) (or hole) formed on the lower part (300) to receive the projection (501) (hereinafter described as the groove (502)), and may provide a connection structure by combining these.

[0260] According to one embodiment, the strap connection structure (90) can be fastened as the upper part (200) approaches the lower part (300). For example, when the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) approaches the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300), the upper part (200) and the lower part (300) can be easily joined by the magnetic force between the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320).

[0261] According to one embodiment, the strap connection structure (90) can be released by pulling the upper portion (200) upward relative to the lower portion (300). For example, a user can easily separate the upper portion (200) and the lower portion (300) by pulling one side (e.g., edge) of the upper portion (200) in the opposite direction of the strap (52) (e.g., upward direction (U)), thereby separating the alignment of the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320).

[0262] According to one embodiment, the upper portion (200) of the strap connection structure (90) may include a first body (210), a first magnet (220), and / or an elastic portion (280).

[0263] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) of the upper portion (200) may have a shape in which a portion of the lower direction (L) toward the lower portion (300) is open, providing a space in which a first magnet (220) can be placed. For example, the first body (210) may include (or form) an opening (202) that is open so that the first magnet (220) placed within the space can be placed adjacent to the second magnet (320) of the lower portion (300).

[0264] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) of the upper portion (200) may include a projection (501) that forms a fitting connection to maintain a stable connection with the lower portion (300). The first body (210) may have a projection (501) formed that protrudes in a first direction (①) and may be coupled with a groove (502) of the lower portion (300). For example, the first body (210) may be exposed in the lower direction (L), form a projection (501) that protrudes toward the lower portion (300), and be fitted with a groove (502) that is concave in the lower direction (U) on the second body (310). The connection of the projection (501) of the upper part (200) and the groove (502) of the lower part (300) can limit (e.g., prevent or reduce) the upper part (200) from being pushed in the second direction (②) relative to the lower part (300). The interlocking connection of the projection (501) of the upper part (200) and the groove (502) of the lower part (300) can maintain a stable connection state of the strap connection structure (90), so that it does not come undone unless the user intentionally performs a separation operation.

[0265] According to one embodiment, the first magnet (220) of the upper portion (200) may be placed in the inner space of the first body (210). A first magnet cover (not shown) may be configured to surround the first magnet (220) in order to stably secure the first magnet (220).

[0266] According to one embodiment, the elastic portion (280) of the upper portion (200) may include a plate (281) and an elastic member (282) connected from one side of the plate (281). The elastic member (282) of the elastic portion (280) may be configured to extend from the strap (52) in the front direction (F) to press against one side of the rear of the lower portion (300) so that it is not easily separated after the lower portion (300) is fastened to the upper portion (200). For example, as the elastic member (282) extends into the open space of the upper portion (200), it may transmit elastic force from the rear side to the front side. For example, the elastic member (282) may have a curved surface (or part) formed (or arranged) at one end so that one side of the lower portion (300) coupled to the upper portion (200) is not damaged. For example, the elastic portion (282) may be fixed to one end of the strap (52) and positioned to pass through an opening formed in the second direction (②) of the upper portion (200).

[0267] According to one embodiment, the lower portion (300) of the strap connection structure (90) may include a second body (310), a second magnet (320), a strap connection door (340), and / or a strap connection pole (350).

[0268] According to one embodiment, the second body (310) of the lower portion (300) may have a shape that provides a space in which a second magnet (320), a strap connection door (340), and / or a strap connection pole (350) can be placed, and has an opening in the upper direction (U) toward the upper portion (200). For example, the second body (310) may form an opening so that the second magnet (320) placed within the space can be placed adjacent to the first magnet (220) of the upper portion (200).

[0269] According to one embodiment, the second body (310) of the lower part (300) may include a groove (502) that forms a fitting connection to maintain a stable connection with the upper part (200). A groove (502) that is concave in a first direction (①) is formed on one side of the second body (310) so as to be coupled with a projection (501) of the first body (210). For example, the upper part of the second body (310) may form a groove (502) that is recessed in the lower direction (L) and may be fitted coupled with a projection (501) that protrudes outward from the first body (210). The coupling of the groove (502) of the lower part (300) and the projection (501) of the upper part (200) may limit (e.g., prevent or reduce) the upper part (200) being pushed in a second direction (②) relative to the lower part (300). The fitting connection of the groove (502) of the lower part (300) and the projection (501) of the upper part (200) maintains a stable connection state of the strap connection structure (90), so that it does not come loose unless the user intentionally performs a separation operation.

[0270] According to one embodiment, the strap connecting door (340) and the strap connecting pole (350) of the lower part (300) can connect (or fasten) the lower part (300) to a part of the strap (52). The strap connecting door (340) and the strap connecting pole (350) can be designed to change their position on the strap (52) to correspond to the size of the user's body and to facilitate easy attachment and detachment. For example, the strap connecting pole (350) can be connected to pass through a hole formed in the strap (52) to fix the position of the lower part (300). For example, the strap connecting door (340) can be connected to one end of the strap connecting pole (350) and can be configured as a rotatable door so that the strap connecting pole (350) can easily detach from the hole of the strap (52). Accordingly, the lower part (300) can be removed from the strap (52) and easily changed position.

[0271] According to one embodiment, the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300) is fixed within the second body (310) and, depending on its positioned facing upward, can strongly provide a magnetic force (e.g., attraction) to the first magnet (220) of the upper part (200) when the strap connection structure (80) is connected. For example, when a user brings the first magnet (220) to the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300) for connecting the strap connection structure (80), the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320), which can be connected through the opening, can be easily aligned.

[0272] A wearable electronic device (e.g., a smart watch) includes a strap and a strap connection structure (e.g., a buckle structure), and can be secured to a user's body through the strap connection structure.

[0273] Generally, the strap connection structure may be formed as a structure in which a loop-shaped buckle with one side open is hooked onto a loop of a band for fixation, or a structure in which a hook-shaped buckle is hooked onto a cylindrical locking member for fixation. Since the strap connection structures are not easy to fasten and are highly prone to coming undone, or are difficult to unfasten after fastening, there is a need for improvement.

[0274] A strap connection structure of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure can provide a safe structure that can be easily fastened with one hand and does not easily come undone in outdoor situations.

[0275] A strap connection structure of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure includes an upper portion and a lower portion, and magnets are placed on each of the upper portion and the lower portion so that they can be easily connected by the attractive force of the magnets.

[0276] The release of the strap connection structure of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure can be easily performed by releasing the alignment of the magnets through the action of pulling the pull band of the upper portion.

[0277] A strap connection structure of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure includes a plurality of coupling structures of protrusions and grooves facing in different directions (e.g., vertical direction), and the plurality of coupling structures of protrusions and grooves can limit (e.g., reduce or prevent) unintended loosening.

[0278] A pull band used in a strap connection structure of a wearable electronic device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is formed to be easily detachable without a separate fixing member (e.g., screw) and can be changed to various colors and / or materials. In addition to being designed for releasing the strap connection structure, the pull band can be utilized as an important design element describing the wearable electronic device as it is a component that is visually exposed to the outside.

[0279] The effects obtainable from the present disclosure are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned effects will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art to which the present disclosure belongs from the description below.

[0280] A buckle for securing a strap of a wristwatch device (101) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include an upper portion (200) configured to be connected to a first strap, and a lower portion (300) configured to be connected to a second strap and coupled to the upper portion. The upper portion (200) may include a first body (210), a first magnet (220), and a magnet housing (240) disposed at least partially movably within the first body, wherein the magnet housing (240) may include a magnet housing (240) configured to move in the longitudinal direction of the first strap relative to the first body, and a pull band (250) connected to the magnet housing. The lower portion (300) may include a second body (310) configured to include a second magnet (220) and, when the upper portion and the lower portion are coupled, the second magnet is configured to be magnetically coupled to the first magnet. The magnet housing may have a first part (241) of a first coupling structure, and the second body may have a second part (311) of a first coupling structure. When the pull band is pulled, the magnet housing moves, releasing the first coupling structure, and the alignment between the first magnet and the second magnet is misaligned, causing a repulsive force to be generated, which may cause the upper part and the lower part to separate.

[0281] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) may have a first part (211) of a second coupling structure, and the second body (310) may have a second part (312) of a second coupling structure. The second part (312) of the second coupling structure may be configured to be coupled with the first part (211) of the second coupling structure.

[0282] According to one embodiment, the first part (211) of the second coupling structure is either a protruding part or a recess, and the second part (312) of the second coupling structure may be either a recess or a protruding part that can be mutually coupled with the first part.

[0283] According to one embodiment, the first part (241) of the first coupling structure is either a protruding part or a recess, and the second part (311) of the first coupling structure may be either a recess or a protruding part that can be coupled with the first part.

[0284] According to one embodiment, the protruding part of the first coupling structure and the protruding part of the second coupling part may be nearly perpendicular to each other.

[0285] According to one embodiment, the first coupling structure is located on the front side of the buckle, thereby limiting the separation of the upper part and the lower part to the front side of the buckle.

[0286] According to one embodiment, since the second coupling structure is located on the rear side of the buckle, it may restrict the upper part and the lower part from being separated to the rear side of the buckle while coupled with the first coupling structure.

[0287] According to one embodiment, when the first coupling structure is released, the second coupling structure may be released while the upper part and the lower part are separated from the front side of the buckle.

[0288] According to one embodiment, the release of the first coupling structure may be configured such that the first part (241) of the magnet housing is separated from the second part (311) of the second body as the magnet housing moves toward the front side (F) by pulling the pull band.

[0289] According to one embodiment, the release of the second coupling structure may be configured such that the second part (312) of the second body is separated from the first part (211) of the first body as the pull band is lifted from the lower part and at least a part of the first body moves to the upper side (U).

[0290] According to one embodiment, the pull band (250) of the upper portion (200) may have one end fixed to the magnet housing (240) and the other end exposed to the outside of the first body.

[0291] According to one embodiment, the first part (241) of the magnet housing (240) may be configured to protrude in the opposite direction to the pull band and slide to the second part (311) of the second body (310).

[0292] According to one embodiment, the upper portion (200) includes an inclined surface (210a) formed on the rear side to face the lower portion (300), and the inclined surface (210a) can guide a path through which the lower portion can be easily inserted into the opening of the upper portion.

[0293] According to one embodiment, the edge of the second part (311) of the first coupling structure may have a second curved surface (311a) formed so that the first part (241) of the first coupling structure can be easily inserted.

[0294] According to one embodiment, the edge of the first part (211) of the second coupling structure may have a first curved surface (211a) formed so that the second part (312) of the second coupling structure can be easily inserted.

[0295] According to one embodiment, the shape of the first curved surface (211a) facing the front side of the first part (211) of the second coupling structure and the second curved surface (311a) facing the upper side of the second part (311) of the first coupling structure may be configured to guide the coupling of the second part to the first part of the second coupling structure and the coupling of the first part to the second part of the first coupling structure to be performed simultaneously.

[0296] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) may include a first opening (201) for exposing the full band (250) extending from the inside of the first body, and a second opening (202) that is open so that the first magnet (220) can be positioned adjacent to the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300).

[0297] According to one embodiment, the magnet housing (240) may include a space for the first magnet (220) to be seated, a portion disposed adjacent to the space and for fixing one end of the pull band (250), and / or a guide hole (205) for guiding the sliding movement of the magnet housing (240).

[0298] According to one embodiment, the first body may include a guide rod (213) positioned at a location corresponding to a guide hole (205) of the magnet housing to guide the sliding movement of the magnet housing (240).

[0299] According to one embodiment, the upper portion may include a band holder (260) for combining the pull band (250) and the magnet housing (240). The lower portion of the band holder may be inserted into the magnet housing by penetrating the hole of the pull band, and the upper portion of the band holder may be configured to be covered by the first body.

[0300] A wearable electronic device (101) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include a housing (51), a display (54), a strap (52) located on one side and the other side of the housing, and a strap connection structure (60) that is connected to the strap and includes an upper part (200) and a lower part (300) that can be coupled to the upper part. The upper part (200) of the above strap connection structure may include a first body (210) having a first groove (211) formed in a first direction (①) that is concave, a magnet housing (240) located within the first body and configured to be movable in a second direction (②) different from the first direction relative to the first body, and having a first projection (241) formed protruding for connection with the lower part, a pull band (250) connected to the inner part, and a first magnet (220) disposed on the inner side of the inner part. The lower part (300) of the above strap connection structure may include a second body (310), a second body (310) including a second projection (312) formed on one side of the second body and protruding to be coupled with the first groove, and a second groove (311) formed on the other side of the second body and configured to be coupled with the first projection, and a second magnet (320) disposed inside the second body and configured to couple with the first magnet.

[0301] According to one embodiment, the release of the strap connection structure (60) may include a first separation operation in which the inner part of the upper portion moves toward the front side relative to the lower portion, and a second separation operation in which at least a part of the upper portion moves toward the upper side relative to the lower portion.

[0302] According to one embodiment, the release of the strap connection structure (60) may be configured such that the first projection (241) is separated from the second groove (311) as the inner portion moves toward the front side (F) by pulling the pull band. Subsequently, the pull band may be configured to be separated from the second projection (312) as at least a portion of the first body moves toward the upper side (U) by lifting the pull band from the lower portion.

[0303] According to one embodiment, the second projection (312) facing the first direction may be perpendicular to the first projection (241) facing the second direction.

[0304] According to one embodiment, the first separation operation may be configured such that the alignment of the first magnet and the second magnet is released as the first magnet (220) moves toward the front side relative to the second magnet (320).

[0305] According to one embodiment, the second separation operation may be configured such that the first magnet (220) is spaced apart from the second magnet (320).

[0306] According to one embodiment, the pull band (250) of the upper portion (200) may have one end fixed to the inner portion and the other end exposed to the outside of the first body.

[0307] According to one embodiment, the first projection (241) of the magnet housing (240) may be configured to protrude in the opposite direction to the pull band and slide into the second groove (311) of the second body (310).

[0308] According to one embodiment, the upper portion (200) may include an inclined surface (210a) formed on the rear side to face the lower portion (300). The inclined surface (210a) may be configured to guide a path through which the lower portion can be easily inserted into the opening of the upper portion.

[0309] According to one embodiment, the coupling of the strap connection structure (60) may include a first fastening operation in which the upper portion moves downward toward the lower portion, and a second fastening operation in which the inner portion of the upper portion moves to the rear side relative to the lower portion.

[0310] According to one embodiment, the connection of the strap connection structure (60) may be configured such that, as the first body moves to the lower side while the pull band is pulled, the second projection is fitted into the first groove. Subsequently, as the inner part moves to the rear side, the first projection is fitted into the second groove.

[0311] According to one embodiment, the upper portion is located at the end of the strap, and the lower portion is located to wrap around a part of the strap and may be configured to be movable in the longitudinal direction of the strap.

[0312] According to one embodiment, the edge of the first groove (211) of the first body (210) may have a first curved surface (211a) formed so that the second projection (312) can be easily inserted. The edge of the second groove (311) of the second body (310) may have a second curved surface (311a) formed so that the first projection (241) can be easily inserted.

[0313] According to one embodiment, the shape of the first curved surface (211a) facing the front side of the first groove (211) and the second curved surface (311a) facing the upper side of the second groove (311) may be configured to guide the coupling of the second projection to the first groove and the coupling of the first projection to the second groove to be performed simultaneously.

[0314] According to one embodiment, the first body (210) may include a first opening (201) for exposing the full band (250) extending from the inside of the first body, and a second opening (202) that is open so that the first magnet (220) can be positioned adjacent to the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300).

[0315] According to one embodiment, the magnet housing (240) may include a space for the first magnet (220) to be seated, a portion disposed adjacent to the space and for fixing one end of the pull band (250), and / or a guide hole (205) for guiding the sliding movement of the magnet housing (240).

[0316] According to one embodiment, the first body may include a guide rod (213) positioned at a location corresponding to a guide hole (205) of the inner part to guide the sliding movement of the magnet housing (240).

[0317] According to one embodiment, the upper portion may include a band holder (260) for combining the pull band (250) and the magnet housing (240). The lower portion of the band holder may be inserted into the inner portion by penetrating the hole of the pull band, and the upper portion of the band holder may be configured to be covered by the first body.

[0318] A strap connection structure (60) according to one embodiment may include an upper part (200) and a lower part (300) that can be coupled to the upper part. The upper part (200) may include a first body (210) having a first groove (211) formed in a first direction (①) that is concave, a magnet housing (240) located within the first body and configured to be movable in a second direction (②) perpendicular to the first direction with respect to the first body, and having a first projection (241) formed thereon for coupling with the lower part, a pull band (250) coupled to the inner part, and a first magnet (220) disposed on the inner side of the inner part. The lower part (300) may include a second body (310), a second protrusion (312) formed on one side of the second body and protruding to be coupled with the first groove, and a second groove (311) formed on the other side of the second body and configured to be coupled with the first protrusion, and a second magnet (320) disposed inside the second body and configured to couple with the first magnet. The release of the strap connection structure (60) may include a first separation operation in which the inner part of the upper part moves to the front side relative to the lower part, and a second separation operation in which at least a part of the upper part moves to the upper side relative to the lower part.

[0319] According to one embodiment, the release of the strap connection structure (60) may be configured such that the first projection (241) is separated from the second groove (311) as the inner portion moves toward the front side (F) by pulling the pull band. Subsequently, the pull band may be configured to be separated from the second projection (312) as at least a portion of the first body moves toward the upper side (U) by lifting the pull band from the lower portion.

[0320] According to one embodiment, the first separation operation may be configured such that the alignment of the first magnet and the second magnet is released as the first magnet (220) moves toward the front side relative to the second magnet (320).

[0321] According to one embodiment, the second separation operation may be configured such that the first magnet (220) is spaced apart from the second magnet (320).

Claims

1. A buckle for securing the strap of the wristwatch device (101) is, An upper part (200) configured to be connected to a first strap; and It includes a lower part (300) configured to be connected to a second strap and configured to be coupled to the upper part, and The upper part (200) above is, First body (210); A magnet housing (240) comprising a first magnet (220) on the inner side and disposed at least partially movably within the first body, wherein the magnet housing (240) is configured to move in correspondence with respect to the first body in the longitudinal direction of the first strap; and It includes a pull band (250) connected to the above-mentioned magnet housing, and The lower part (300) above is, It includes a second body (310) that includes a second magnet (320) on the inside, and is configured such that when the upper part and the lower part are combined, the second magnet is magnetically coupled with the first magnet. A buckle in which the magnet housing has a first part (241) of a first coupling structure and the second body has a second part (311) of a first coupling structure, and when the pull band is pulled, the magnet housing moves to release the first coupling structure, and a repulsive force is generated as the alignment between the first magnet (220) and the second magnet (320) is misaligned, causing the upper part and the lower part to separate.

2. In Paragraph 1, The first body (210) has a first part (211) of a second coupling structure, and the second body (310) has a second part (312) of a second coupling structure, and The second part (312) of the second coupling structure is configured to be coupled with the first part (211) of the second coupling structure, a buckle.

3. In Paragraph 2, A buckle, wherein the first part (211) of the second coupling structure is one of a protruding part or a recess, and the second part (312) of the second coupling structure is one of a recess or a protruding part that can be mutually coupled with the first part.

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, A buckle, wherein the first part (241) of the first coupling structure is one of a protruding part or a recess, and the second part (311) of the first coupling structure is one of a recess or a protruding part that can be mutually coupled with the first part.

5. In Paragraph 4, A buckle in which the protruding part of the first coupling structure and the protruding part of the second coupling part are nearly perpendicular to each other.

6. In any one of paragraphs 1 through 5, A buckle in which the first coupling structure is located on the front side of the buckle, thereby limiting the upper part and the lower part from being separated on the front side of the buckle.

7. In any one of paragraphs 1 through 6, A buckle in which the second coupling structure is located on the rear side of the buckle, thereby restricting the upper part and the lower part from being separated to the rear side of the buckle while coupled with the first coupling structure.

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 through 7, A buckle configured to allow the second coupling structure to be released while the upper part and the lower part are separated from the front side of the buckle when the first coupling structure is released.

9. In any one of paragraphs 1 through 8, The release of the first coupling structure is achieved by pulling the pull band, so that as the magnet housing moves to the front side (F), the first part (241) of the magnet housing is separated from the second part (311) of the second body, and The release of the second coupling structure is configured to separate the second part (312) of the second body from the first part (211) of the first body by lifting the full band from the lower part, so that as at least a part of the first body moves to the upper side (U), the second part (312) of the second body is separated.

10. In any one of paragraphs 1 through 9, The pull band (250) of the upper part (200) has one end fixed to the magnet housing and the other end exposed to the outside of the first body, and A buckle configured such that the first part (241) of the magnet housing (240) protrudes in the opposite direction to the pull band and is slidable to the second part (311) of the second body (310).

11. In any one of paragraphs 1 through 10, A buckle, wherein the upper portion (200) includes an inclined surface (210a) formed on the rear side to face the lower portion (300), and the inclined surface (210a) is configured to guide a path through which the lower portion can be easily inserted into the opening of the upper portion.

12. In any one of paragraphs 1 through 11, The edge of the second part (311) of the first coupling structure has a second curved surface (311a) formed so that the first part (241) of the first coupling structure can be easily inserted, and A buckle having a first curved surface (211a) formed on the edge of the first part (211) of the second coupling structure so that the second part (312) of the second coupling structure can be easily inserted.

13. In Paragraph 12, A buckle configured such that the shape of the first curved surface (211a) facing the front side of the first part (211) of the second coupling structure and the second curved surface (311a) facing the upper side of the second part (311) of the first coupling structure guides the coupling of the second part to the first part of the second coupling structure and the coupling of the first part to the second part of the first coupling structure to be achieved simultaneously.

14. In any one of claims 1 to 13, the first body (210) is, A buckle comprising a first opening (201) for exposing the full band (250) extending from the inner side of the first body, and a second opening (202) opened so that the first magnet (220) can be positioned adjacent to the second magnet (320) of the lower part (300).

15. In any one of paragraphs 1 through 14, The magnet housing (240) comprises a space for the first magnet (220) to be seated, a portion disposed adjacent to the space for fixing one end of the pull band (250), and / or a guide hole (205) for guiding the sliding movement of the magnet housing (240). The first body comprises a guide rod (213) positioned at a location corresponding to a guide hole (205) of the magnet housing to guide the sliding movement of the magnet housing (240).

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