Display Layout with Mirror-Symmetric Apertures for Dual Imaging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing portable electronic devices face challenges in balancing compact size with high image quality and efficient imaging capabilities, particularly in imaging lens assemblies.
Innovation Solution
The electronic device incorporates a display screen with two non-circular and mirror-symmetrical aperture regions, each housing an imaging lens assembly, with specific geometric spacing and alignment conditions to optimize optical specifications and image merging.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If two camera modules are placed on the side of the device, then dual imaging capability is achieved, but the device complexity and space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the two imaging systems by positioning the first and second imaging lens assemblies on opposite sides of the display screen, allowing them to share the same internal space. The aperture regions are integrated into the display surface, and both imaging systems converge on a common image sensor or coordinated sensors, reducing overall device complexity while maintaining dual imaging capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from placing camera modules on the lateral sides of the device to positioning aperture regions and imaging lens assemblies on the front surface of the display. This dimensional reconfiguration allows dual imaging functionality within the same footprint area, reducing device complexity and improving space utilization.
2Volume of moving object
If the spacing between aperture regions is reduced, then the device becomes more compact, but image quality and optical performance deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies different spacing requirements to different regions of the display. The first and second aperture regions are positioned at specific locations on the display surface with optimized spacing that maintains adequate distance for optical performance while utilizing available space efficiently. The imaging lens assemblies are designed with specific focal lengths and optical configurations that accommodate the constrained spacing while preserving image quality.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent optimizes the spacing parameter dAB between aperture regions and the distance d'AB between imaging lens assemblies to specific ranges that balance compactness and image quality. By carefully selecting and adjusting these dimensional parameters, the design achieves reduced device volume while maintaining adequate optical performance through precise parameter control.
3Area of stationary object
If non-circular aperture regions are used, then space utilization is improved, but manufacturing precision requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs non-circular, asymmetric aperture region shapes that are mirror-symmetrical to each other across the display center. These asymmetric shapes are better adapted to the rectangular display geometry and allow more efficient space utilization. The mirror-symmetry provides a manufacturing reference that simplifies production while achieving the space efficiency benefits of non-circular forms.
Solution Approach 2:
The aperture regions are designed as separate, independently optimized non-circular shapes rather than a single circular aperture. This segmentation allows each aperture to be tailored to its specific imaging function and positioned optimally on the display surface, improving overall space utilization while the standardized non-circular forms facilitate manufacturing.
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
This configuration enhances image quality and consistency by allowing dual imaging with reduced space constraints, facilitating high-quality merged images and maximizing display screen usage.
Implementation Method 1
The display screen is disposed between the first aperture region and the second aperture region
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AI summary
An electronic device includes a display screen, a first aperture region and a second aperture region. The display screen is disposed on a surface of the electronic device. The first aperture region is disposed on the surface of the electronic device, and a visible light is able to enter into an internal portion of the electronic device through the first aperture region. The second aperture region is disposed on the surface of the electronic device, and the visible light is able to enter into the internal portion of the electronic device through the second aperture region. The display screen is disposed between the first aperture region and the second aperture region and configured to be a spacing maintained therebetween, and a shape of the first aperture region and a shape of the second aperture region are non-circular and mirror-symmetrical to each other.