Display Device Resin Layer for High Resolution

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current display devices for VR, AR, SR, and MR lack high resolution and color reproducibility, which affects the sense of reality and immersion, and are not manufactured at a low cost.

Innovation Solution

A display device with a structure comprising a first and second light-emitting element emitting different colors, each with a pixel electrode, organic layer, and a common electrode, where the insulating layers and resin layer are strategically positioned to enhance resolution and color accuracy, and are fabricated using methods like isotropic etching and ALD to achieve high luminance and reliability.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Manufacturing precision

If conventional display devices are used for VR/AR/SR/MR, then the device can be manufactured at current cost levels, but the resolution is insufficient and color reproducibility is poor

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveresolutionVSAvoidmanufacturing cost
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The display device is segmented into multiple light-emitting elements (first and second light-emitting elements) that emit different colors, with each element having its own pixel electrode and organic layer. This segmentation enables high-resolution display while maintaining manufacturing feasibility through modular construction

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

Different regions of the display device are assigned different functional qualities: the first light-emitting element emits one color while the second emits another color, with each region optimized for its specific function. The insulating layers and resin layers are strategically positioned to enhance local color accuracy and resolution

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

2Manufacturing precision

If the display device uses multiple light-emitting elements with different colors, then color reproducibility is improved, but the device structure becomes more complex

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecolor reproducibilityVSAvoidstructure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Multiple light-emitting elements emitting different colors are merged into a single integrated display structure sharing common electrodes and insulating layers. This combining approach achieves high color reproducibility while reducing overall structural complexity compared to separate display units

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The common electrode and insulating layers serve multiple functions: they provide electrical connection for both first and second light-emitting elements, provide insulation for multiple organic layers, and maintain structural integrity across different color regions. This multi-functionality reduces the number of separate components needed

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 provides a display device with extremely high resolution, high color reproducibility, high luminance, and reliability, while being manufactured at a lower cost, thereby enhancing the sense of reality and immersion in VR, AR, SR, and MR applications.

Implementation Method 1

By voltage application to this element, light emission can be obtained from the light-emitting organic compound

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectroluminescence: Electroluminescence

Data Source

PatentUS20240423026A1Display device and method for fabricating display device
Publication Date: 2024.12.19 SEMICON ENERGY LAB CO LTD
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AI summary

A high-resolution display device and a fabrication method thereof are provided. The display device includes a first insulating layer, a second insulating layer, a first light-emitting element, a second light-emitting element, and a resin layer. The first light-emitting element includes a first pixel electrode, a first organic layer, and a common electrode, and the second light-emitting element includes a second pixel electrode, a second organic layer, and the common electrode. The first insulator has a groove. The groove has a region overlapping with the first pixel electrode and a region overlapping with the second pixel electrode. The second insulating layer has a region in contact with part of the top surface of the first organic layer, a region in contact with the side surface of the first organic layer, and a region in contact with the first insulating layer below the first pixel electrode. The resin layer is positioned between the first organic layer and the second organic layer. The common electrode is provided to cover the top surface of the resin layer.