Backlight Module Segmentation for Under-Screen Camera Displays

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional liquid crystal display devices with under-screen cameras placed below openings in backlight modules cannot display images effectively due to the absence of a light source within these openings, rendering the areas idle and non-functional.

Innovation Solution

A liquid crystal display device with a backlight module featuring a first light source component emitting red, green, and blue light to an area corresponding to the camera opening, and a second light source component providing light to the rest of the panel, allowing for normal color display and enhanced product quality.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If openings are set in backlight modules for under-screen cameras, then camera function is enabled, but display function is lost in those areas

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecamera functionVSAvoiddisplay function
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The backlight module is divided into two independent light source components: a first light source component positioned at the camera opening area and a second light source component positioned at the display area. This segmentation allows each component to serve its specific function independently, enabling both camera and display operations simultaneously without interference.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The liquid crystal display panel is designed to perform multiple functions: the first opening serves both as a camera aperture and as a display area that can show images; the second opening serves as both a structural element and a light transmission path for the display. This multi-functionality resolves the contradiction by making the same structure serve multiple purposes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Device complexity

If no light source is provided in openings, then structure is simple, but display effect is eliminated

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovestructureVSAvoiddisplay effect
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The backlight module is segmented into two spatially separated light source components with independent driving circuits. The first light source component is specifically positioned to illuminate the camera opening area, while the second light source component illuminates the display area. This segmentation enables display function to be restored in the camera area without complicating the overall structure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

Different regions of the backlight module are assigned different light source configurations according to their specific functional requirements. The camera opening area receives illumination from the first light source component, while the display area receives illumination from the second light source component. This local differentiation enables each region to optimize its display quality according to its specific function.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

3Device complexity

If single light source is used, then device is simple, but uniform brightness cannot be achieved

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelight source configurationVSAvoidbrightness uniformity
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSIllumination intensity

Solution Approach 1:

The single light source is segmented into two separate light source components positioned at different locations within the backlight module. Each light source component is independently controlled by its own driving circuit, allowing precise control of light distribution. This segmentation enables uniform brightness across the entire display panel by independently optimizing illumination for different regions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

Each light source component is strategically positioned and configured to provide optimal illumination for its specific region. The first light source component is positioned to illuminate the camera opening area uniformly, while the second light source component illuminates the display area uniformly. This local optimization ensures overall brightness uniformity across the entire panel.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

Enables normal color display and improved product quality by providing necessary illumination to the camera area and maintaining consistent image display across the panel, utilizing a combination of light sources and optimized light distribution to ensure uniform brightness and high refresh rates.

Implementation Method 1

the first light source sequentially emits red light, green light, and blue light to the area of the liquid crystal display panel corresponding to the first opening

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight emission from light source: Light Emitting Diode

Implementation Method 2

a liquid crystal layer disposed between the array substrate and the color filter substrate

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLiquid crystal display effect: Liquid Crystals

Implementation Method 3

the second light source emits light to the liquid crystal display panel except for the area of the liquid crystal display panel corresponding to the first opening

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight emission from light source: Light Emitting Diode

Data Source

PatentUS11393415B2Liquid crystal display device
Publication Date: 2022.07.19 WUHAN CHINA STAR OPTOELECTRONICS TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

A liquid crystal display device includes a liquid crystal display panel and a backlight module. The backlight module includes a backlight module body, a first light source component, and a second light source component. The backlight module body is provided with a first opening. The first light source component is disposed on the backlight module body and corresponds to the first opening. When the liquid crystal display panel is displaying, the first light source sequentially emits red light, green light, and blue light to an area of the liquid crystal display panel corresponding to the first opening.