Flexible Bridge Connector for Foldable Multi-Display Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing display technologies lack a seamless solution for connecting multiple display devices both electrically and physically, while also allowing for flexible folding angles and easy connectivity.
Innovation Solution
A bridge device with flexible covers, a support member, and connectors that allows multiple display devices to be electrically connected through a flexible printed circuit board and physically supported, enabling rotation and flexible folding angles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If display devices are connected using rigid connection structures, then electrical connectivity is stable, but the devices cannot be rotated or folded at flexible angles
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs flexible covers made of elastomeric materials that can bend and flex while maintaining structural integrity. These flexible covers enclose the connection structures and allow the display devices to be rotated and folded at various angles without compromising the electrical connections or causing damage to the rigid internal components.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple display devices are connected physically and electrically, then functionality is enhanced, but the connection structure becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The bridge device is designed as a universal connection module that can simultaneously provide both physical support and electrical connectivity between multiple display devices. The integrated structure combines mechanical support functions with electrical connection functions in a single device, eliminating the need for separate rigid connection structures and simplifying the overall system.
3Adaptability or versatility
If rigid support structures are used to maintain display device positions, then structural stability is ensured, but the devices cannot maintain various folding angles
Solution Approach 1:
The connection structure incorporates dynamic elements including flexible covers that can adapt to various folding angles, elastic members that provide flexible support forces, and adjustable connection mechanisms. These dynamic components allow the display devices to be positioned at multiple angles while maintaining structural stability through the coordinated action of flexible and elastic elements rather than rigid fixed structures.
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 efficient electrical and physical connectivity between multiple display devices, allowing for flexible folding and rotation, which enhances usability and versatility in display configurations.
Implementation Method 1
The FPCB may include wiring connecting the plurality of first terminals of the first connector and the plurality of second terminals of the second connector
Implementation Method 2
The first connector may be detachably attachable to a rear surface of the first display device with a plurality of first permanent magnets. The second connector may be detachably attachable to a rear surface of the second display device with a plurality of second permanent magnets
Data Source
AI summary
A bridge device including a first cover having flexibility; a second cover having flexibility; a support member between the first cover and the second cover; a first connector fixed to the support member; and a second connector fixed to the support member and electrically connected to the first connector, wherein the bridge device is configured to be connectable to a first display device and a second display device so that, when the bridge device is connected to the first display device and the second display device, the first display device and the second display device are electrically connected through the first connector and the second connector, and the first display device and the second display device are rotatable relative to one another due to the flexibility of the first cover and the flexibility of the second cover.