Outer Structure Spacing in Display Device Manufacturing

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Solution Overview

Problem

The challenge in display device manufacturing is the increasing cost and complexity, particularly in minimizing dead space between the display driving module and the cover window, and reducing damage caused by the pressing of the display driving module during the manufacturing process, while also improving process efficiency.

Innovation Solution

A display device design that includes a display driving module, a cover window with a central and curved portion, and an outer structure positioned between the display driving module and the curved portion, which is spaced apart from the display driving module. This design uses a manufacturing apparatus with molds to form the outer structure by injecting and curing paste, minimizing contact and damage during the process.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Area of stationary object

If the outer structure is positioned close to the display driving module to minimize dead space, then the area utilization is improved, but the damage risk to the display driving module increases due to pressing during manufacturing

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedead spaceVSAvoiddamage to display driving module
Core Design Contradiction:
Area of stationary objectVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The outer structure serves as an intermediary element positioned between the curved portion of the cover window and the display driving module. It directly contacts the curved portion while being spaced apart from the display driving module, thereby mediating the mechanical interaction and preventing direct pressing forces from reaching the display driving module during manufacturing and assembly processes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Reliability

If the outer structure is spaced apart from the display driving module to reduce damage risk, then the reliability is improved, but the dead space increases reducing area utilization

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedamage resistanceVSAvoiddead space
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSArea of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

The outer structure functions as a protective intermediary that is deliberately spaced apart from the display driving module. This spacing creates a protective gap that prevents direct transmission of pressing forces, while the outer structure itself maintains structural integrity and directly contacts the curved portion of the cover window to provide continuous protection.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The outer structure extends in the thickness direction of the display device, creating a three-dimensional protective barrier. By utilizing the thickness dimension, it can be positioned to directly contact the curved portion while maintaining spacing from the display driving module in the planar direction, thus reducing dead space while maintaining protection.

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

3Stability of the object's composition

If the outer structure directly contacts the curved portion to provide support, then the structural stability is improved, but the complexity of the assembly increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestructural stabilityVSAvoidassembly complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The outer structure performs multiple functions simultaneously: it directly contacts the curved portion to provide structural support and stability, acts as a protective barrier for the display driving module, and serves as an integral part of the overall device assembly. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate components and simplifies the overall assembly process.

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

The solution effectively minimizes dead space and damage, enhances impact resistance, and improves manufacturing efficiency by optimizing the placement and formation of the outer structure between the display driving module and the cover window.

Implementation Method 1

forming the outer structure by injecting and curing paste

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectCuring: Photopolymerisation

Data Source

PatentUS20250098089A1Display device, apparatus for manufacturing the display device, and method of manufacturing the display device
Publication Date: 2025.03.20 SAMSUNG DISPLAY CO LTD
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AI summary

A display device including: a display driving module including a display panel; a cover window including a central portion overlapping the display driving module and a curved portion surrounding the display driving module; and an outer structure disposed between the display driving module and the curved portion and surrounding the display driving module, wherein the outer structure is spaced apart from the display driving module.