Detachable Magnet Plate Assembly for Display Mask Alignment

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing deposition devices for display devices face challenges in improving the adhesion between the mask and substrate, and there is a need for an efficient method to replace the magnet plate.

Innovation Solution

A deposition device with a detachable magnet plate connected to a first driving mechanism, allowing for easy replacement using carriers and precise alignment between the mask and substrate through magnetic forces.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If the magnet plate is made detachable and replaceable through carriers, then the ease of operation and maintenance is improved, but the device complexity increases due to additional components and replacement mechanisms

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveease of magnet plate replacementVSAvoidcomplexity of replacement mechanism
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The magnet plate is divided into a separate replaceable component that can be independently handled via carriers, allowing the main deposition device to remain intact while the magnet plate is replaced through standardized carrier operations

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

Carriers are introduced as intermediary components that facilitate the transfer and replacement of magnet plates without requiring direct manual handling or complex disassembly of the deposition device, simplifying the replacement process

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Ease of repair

If the magnet plate is detachably connected to the driving mechanism, then the ease of repair and component replacement is improved, but the reliability may be affected by connection and disconnection operations

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveease of magnet plate replacementVSAvoidreliability of detachable connection
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of repairVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The magnet plate is pre-loaded onto carriers outside the deposition chamber, and the detachable connection interfaces are designed and prepared in advance, allowing for quick and reliable replacement without compromising the integrity of the deposition process

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

3Productivity

If carriers are used to transport and replace magnet plates, then the productivity is improved through efficient replacement, but the device complexity increases due to additional transport and handling mechanisms

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveproductivity of magnet plate replacementVSAvoidcomplexity of carrier system
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The carriers are designed as multi-functional components that can transport magnet plates, position them precisely, and interface with the driving mechanism, consolidating multiple functions into a single standardized component that improves productivity without proportionally increasing complexity

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

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

Enhances the adhesion between the mask and substrate, facilitating efficient deposition processes and improving alignment, while enabling easy replacement of the magnet plate.

Implementation Method 1

a magnet plate on the mask structure... can improve the adhesion between a mask and a substrate

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMagnetic force: Magnetism

Data Source

PatentUS20260035780A1Deposition device for display device and method of replacing magnet plate of the deposition device
Publication Date: 2026.02.05 SAMSUNG DISPLAY CO LTD
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AI summary

Embodiments relates to a deposition device for a display device and a method of replacing a magnet plate of the deposition device. The deposition device includes: a chamber, a deposition source in the chamber; a stage on the deposition source; a mask structure on the stage; a magnet plate on the mask structure; and a first driving mechanism connected to the magnet plate, where the magnet plate is detachably connected to the first driving mechanism.