Double-Sided Display Panel Structure Without Added Thickness

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing double-sided display technologies achieve double-sided viewing by bonding two display panels together, which hinders the development of thinner and lighter display devices.

Innovation Solution

A double-sided display panel design featuring a light-emitting layer with first and second light-emitting units emitting light in opposite directions, connected by distinct electrode assemblies that allow for double-sided display without increasing thickness, utilizing Mini-LED or micro-LED technology.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If two display panels are bonded together to achieve double-sided display, then double-sided display function is realized, but device thickness and weight increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedouble-sided display functionVSAvoiddevice thickness
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSLength of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges two light-emitting units into a single integrated structure where the first light-emitting unit emits light in a first direction and the second light-emitting unit emits light in a second direction opposite to the first direction. Both units share common electrode structures (first positive electrode plate and first negative electrode plate), eliminating the need for two separate display panels and reducing overall device thickness while maintaining double-sided display functionality.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The first positive electrode plate and first negative electrode plate serve multiple functions: they act as electrode structures for both the first light-emitting unit and the second light-emitting unit. This multi-functional design reduces the number of components needed and enables double-sided display without requiring two complete separate panel structures, thereby reducing thickness.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Adaptability or versatility

If two display panels are bonded together to achieve double-sided display, then double-sided display function is realized, but device weight increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedouble-sided display functionVSAvoiddevice weight
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSWeight of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines two light-emitting units into one integrated structure with shared electrode plates. By merging the panels and eliminating redundant components (such as duplicate electrode structures and substrates), the overall weight of the device is reduced while still achieving double-sided display capability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Adaptability or versatility

If light-emitting units emit light in opposite directions, then double-sided display is achieved, but electrode connection complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedouble-sided display functionVSAvoidelectrode connection structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The first positive electrode plate and first negative electrode plate are designed to serve both light-emitting units simultaneously. This universal electrode structure simplifies the overall connection complexity compared to having separate electrode systems for each panel, as the same electrode plates are utilized for both the first and second light-emitting units.

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

Enables a thinner and lighter double-sided display device with reduced costs compared to bonding two panels, while maintaining high resolution and low energy consumption.

Implementation Method 1

a first light-emitting unit and a second light-emitting unit arranged at intervals, wherein the first light-emitting unit emits light toward a first direction, and the second light-emitting unit emits light toward a second direction opposite to the first direction

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectroluminescence: Electroluminescence

Data Source

PatentUS20240030272A1Double-sided display panel and double-sided display device
Publication Date: 2024.01.25 SHENZHEN CHINA STAR OPTOELECTRONICS SEMICON DISPLAY TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

A double-sided display panel and a double-sided display device are provided. The double-sided display panel includes a light-emitting layer, a first connecting assembly, and a second connecting assembly. The light-emitting layer includes a first light-emitting unit and a second light-emitting unit. The first connecting assembly includes a first positive electrode plate and a first negative electrode plate, which are respectively electrically connected to the first light-emitting unit. The second connecting assembly includes a second positive electrode plate and a second negative electrode plate, which are respectively electrically connected to the connecting area of the second light-emitting unit. This can realize a double-sided display without increasing the thickness of the display panel.