Connector Cutting Parts Reduce Bezel Width in Electronic Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
The increasing width of the bezel in electronic devices due to the installation of various components between the display substrate and the housing leads to a larger device size, which complicates design and increases the device's thickness.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of cutting parts in both the display substrate and the connector, which are aligned to accommodate components, reduces the bezel width by creating a recess for component installation, allowing for more compact design and reduced thickness.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If various components are installed between the display substrate and the housing, then the functional requirements are met, but the bezel width increases
Solution Approach 1:
The connector is divided into a first connector and a second connector, with the first connector connected to the display substrate and the second connector connected to the main board. This segmentation allows components to be installed in the space between the display substrate and the first connector, reducing the bezel width while maintaining component installation capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes the vertical dimension by stacking the first connector and second connector in layers, allowing components to be positioned in the vertical space between these connectors rather than requiring horizontal bezel space. This dimensional reorganization reduces the bezel width while accommodating necessary components.
2Adaptability or versatility
If components are installed in the bezel area, then the device functionality is enhanced, but the device size becomes larger
Solution Approach 1:
The first connector and second connector are nested in a layered configuration, with the first connector positioned between the display substrate and the second connector. This nesting creates efficient use of vertical space, allowing components to be installed within the nested structure without increasing the overall device footprint.
3Length of stationary object
If the bezel width is reduced, then the device form factor is improved, but the space for component installation is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The connector assembly is designed with flexible circuit boards that can be bent and positioned at different angles, allowing dynamic adjustment of component placement positions. This flexibility enables components to be installed in optimized locations that minimize bezel width while ensuring adequate installation space.
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AI summary
An electronic device is provided. The electronic device includes a display substrate and a connector connected to one side of the display substrate and having a dummy pattern. A cutting part is formed in the display substrate and the connector, and the cutting part is formed adjacent to the dummy pattern.