Display Panel Segmentation for Continuous Image Display
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing display devices face issues with discontinuous image display and the need for separate driving circuits when multiple display panels are used, leading to increased costs and non-display regions.
Innovation Solution
A display panel control device that cuts a single panel into two sides, allowing continuous image display and shared driving circuits for the divided panels, with an image processing unit adjusting images based on panel positions and postures.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Shape
If one display panel is excessively bent to be processed into a desired form, then the display device can be implemented in the desired form, but there is a risk of damage to the display panel
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides a single display panel into multiple separate display panels (e.g., first display panel and second display panel). This segmentation allows each panel to be independently formed into the desired shape without excessive bending, as each panel can be optimized for its specific form factor while maintaining structural integrity and avoiding damage from over-bending.
2Shape
If several display panels are arranged to implement a display device, then the desired form can be achieved, but images are discontinuously displayed due to edge portions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the display functions of multiple separate display panels by coordinating their operation through a single controller. The controller manages signal transmission to multiple display panels, ensuring that images displayed across different panels are continuous and seamless, eliminating the discontinuity problem that would otherwise occur at the edges where panels meet.
3Shape
If several display panels are arranged to implement a display device, then the desired form can be achieved, but a separate driving circuit is additionally required for each display panel
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a universal controller that serves multiple display panels with a single integrated circuit. This multi-functional controller can transmit signals to and manage multiple display panels, eliminating the need for separate driving circuits for each panel and thereby reducing overall device complexity while still supporting various display configurations and forms.
4Adaptability or versatility
If a single display panel is divided into right and left regions, then each region can be driven independently, but the display panel must be physically cut
Solution Approach 1:
The patent physically divides a single display panel into multiple separate display panels (e.g., first display panel and second display panel). This segmentation enables independent driving of each region while maintaining manufacturing feasibility, as each resulting panel can be produced using standard fabrication processes without requiring complex multi-layer or multi-panel assembly techniques.
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AI summary
A display panel control apparatus is provided including: two display panels (DP1, DP2) formed by physically cutting a single display panel into left and right sides; and an image processing unit which outputs an image to each of the physically cut display panels (DP1, DP2).