Display Panel Spaced from Frame via Face Panel

The patent introduces a frame as an intermediary element that does not directly contact the display panel. Instead, the frame supports the face panel, which in turn supports the display panel through extending portions. This intermediary arrangement distributes stress across larger areas and prevents stress concentration at direct contact points, thereby maintaining mechanical strength while providing structural support.

The patent moves the support structure from a two-dimensional direct contact arrangement to a three-dimensional configuration where the frame supports the face panel, which extends to support the display panel. This spatial redistribution creates a more efficient load-bearing structure that can support thinner, lighter display panels without requiring direct contact, thus maintaining strength while enabling reduced power consumption.

The face panel serves multiple functions: it provides the front surface of the display device, supports the display panel through its extending portions, and acts as a structural element connected to the frame. By making the face panel multi-functional, the patent avoids adding separate support structures that would increase complexity, while still achieving the goal of spacing the display panel from the frame to prevent stress concentration.

The face panel is designed with extending portions that protrude beyond the display panel boundaries before final assembly. This preliminary extension allows for easier alignment and positioning during manufacturing, as the extending portions can be used as guides or reference features. The extending portions are then integrated with the frame structure, ensuring proper alignment without requiring high-precision direct bonding between the display panel and frame.