Display Device with Segmented Side Cover for Reduced Thickness
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing display devices are not thin enough and appear bulky, lacking a design that minimizes thickness and weight while maintaining structural integrity and visual appeal.
Innovation Solution
A display device configuration featuring a display panel with a backlight unit positioned at the rear, attached to a bracket using an adhesive, and a side cover with specific geometries to expose edges of the front surface, creating a thinner and lighter appearance without compromising structural stability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Length of moving object
If traditional frame structures with multiple brackets and adhesive tapes are used, then structural integrity is maintained, but the device becomes thicker and appears bulkier
Solution Approach 1:
The frame structure is divided into a first frame member and a second frame member that are separately attached to opposite sides of the display panel. This segmentation allows each member to be optimized for minimal thickness while collectively providing the structural integrity of a complete frame, resolving the contradiction between thinness and structural stability.
2Weight of stationary object
If conventional mounting frames with ridged locking and injected adhesive are used, then reliable fixation is achieved, but the device appears heavier and less sleek
Solution Approach 1:
The first and second frame members are merged with the display panel structure through direct attachment, eliminating the need for separate heavy mounting frames with ridged locking mechanisms. This merging reduces perceived weight while maintaining fixation reliability through the integrated design.
3Area of stationary object
If the back cover completely covers the display panel edges, then full protection is provided, but the screen size appears smaller
Solution Approach 1:
The back cover is designed with local quality variation, completely covering edges in non-display areas to provide protection, while leaving the display panel edges exposed in visible areas to maximize perceived screen size. This selective coverage resolves the contradiction between protection and visual appearance.
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 results in a thinner and lighter display device that maintains structural integrity and visual appeal by exposing edges of the front surface, creating a larger perceived screen size and improved aesthetic appearance.
Implementation Method 1
a plurality of brackets (140) attached to a non-display area of a back surface of the display panel using an adhesive
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AI summary
A display device includes a display panel, a backlight unit positioned in the rear of the display panel, a plurality of brackets attached to a non-display area of a back surface of the display panel using an adhesive, a back cover positioned in the rear of the display panel, and a side cover including a first portion parallel to a width direction of the display panel and a second portion which is connected to the first portion and is positioned parallel to a longitudinal direction of the display panel. An end of the back cover is positioned in the second portion of the side cover. An edge of at least one side of a front surface of the display panel is exposed.