Display Panel Cable Groove Layout for Slim Rear Cover Assembly

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing display apparatuses with self-luminous display panels face challenges in arranging cables without interference, disassembling, and replacing components like the display panel or cables, and have difficulty in reducing the size of the cover.

Innovation Solution

A display apparatus design that includes a support plate with a groove for cable arrangement, separating the cable from printed circuit boards, and providing a space for the cable to minimize interference with coupling members, allowing for easy replacement of components and a slim profile.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Length of moving object

If a self-luminous display panel is used to reduce thickness, then the display apparatus becomes thinner, but it becomes difficult to arrange cables without interference and to replace components

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvethickness of display apparatusVSAvoidease of cable arrangement and component replacement
Core Design Contradiction:
Length of moving objectVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The display apparatus is divided into separable modules: a display panel assembly and a rear cover assembly. The rear cover can be detached to provide access to cables and components, enabling easy replacement and maintenance while maintaining a thin profile when assembled.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

Cables are routed through the thickness dimension by passing through the rear cover, rather than being arranged in the planar dimension. This allows cable arrangement without increasing the lateral footprint or interfering with other components.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

2Shape

If cables are arranged in a tight space to maintain slim profile, then the display apparatus achieves ultra-slim appearance, but cables are susceptible to damage

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveslim profile of display apparatusVSAvoidcable durability
Core Design Contradiction:
ShapeVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The cable routing path is segmented into separate zones: a protected section passing through the rear cover and an exposed section in the groove. This segmentation allows the cable to be protected where it is most vulnerable while maintaining the slim profile.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The rear cover and groove structure provide preemptive protection to the cable before it can be damaged. The cable is positioned in a groove that shields it from external forces and potential damage sources.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #11Beforehand cushioning (Prior cushioning)

3Shape

If the rear cover area is minimized to achieve ultra-slim appearance, then the display apparatus achieves ultra-slim appearance, but there is insufficient space for cable arrangement and coupling members

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveultra-slim appearance of display apparatusVSAvoidspace for cable arrangement and coupling members
Core Design Contradiction:
ShapeVSArea of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

The solution utilizes the thickness dimension by having cables pass through the rear cover and be received in a groove. This vertical arrangement allows adequate cable accommodation without increasing the lateral area of the rear cover.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

Solution Approach 2:

The cable is nested within the groove structure of the rear cover. The groove provides a dedicated space that is integrated into the rear cover itself, maximizing space utilization without requiring additional external space.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

Data Source

PatentEP4340002B1Display device
Publication Date: 2026.03.04 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

A display apparatus includes a display panel, a rear chassis disposed at a rear of the display panel, a support plate disposed between the display panel and the rear chassis to dissipate heat generated by the display panel and to support the display panel, a plurality of printed circuit boards disposed at a rear of the rear chassis, and a cable provided to connect the plurality of printed circuit boards and disposed between the display panel and the support plate.