Multi-Layer Link Wiring Layout for Narrow-Bezel Flicker Control

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing display devices face challenges in achieving a narrow bezel design with high resolution and variable refresh rate operation due to increased link wirings, leading to electric field generation and flicker phenomena, which affect power consumption and user immersion.

Innovation Solution

A dual link wiring structure is implemented where adjacent link wirings are disposed in different layers, intersecting at specific points to reduce electric fields and prevent unnecessary direct current voltage, thereby maintaining a constant common voltage and reducing flicker.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If multiple link wirings are disposed in the same layer to achieve high resolution and VRR operation, then the display resolution and refresh rate performance are improved, but the bezel area increases and electric field interference occurs causing flicker

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedisplay resolutionVSAvoidbezel area
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSArea of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies dimensional change by transitioning from a single-layer wiring structure to a multi-layer wiring structure. Specifically, different link wirings are disposed in different layers (first link wiring in a first layer, second link wiring in a second layer), allowing multiple signal paths to coexist in a limited bezel area without lateral expansion, thus resolving the contradiction between high resolution requirements and bezel area constraints.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

2Adaptability or versatility

If multiple link wirings are disposed in the same layer, then the display resolution and VRR operation are improved, but electric field generation occurs causing flicker phenomena

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveVRR operation capabilityVSAvoidelectric field generation
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent separates adjacent link wirings into different layers to eliminate parallel proximity in the same layer, which is the source of electric field generation. By stacking wirings vertically rather than placing them side-by-side horizontally, the design maintains VRR operation capability while preventing electric field interference that causes flicker.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

3Length of stationary object

If link wirings are arranged to minimize bezel area, then the bezel width is reduced, but electric field interference between adjacent wirings increases causing flicker

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvebezel widthVSAvoidelectric field interference
Core Design Contradiction:
Length of stationary objectVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent resolves the contradiction by utilizing the vertical dimension through multi-layer construction. Adjacent link wirings that would otherwise be forced into close lateral proximity (causing electric field interference) are instead separated vertically across different layers, enabling narrow bezel design without sacrificing electrical isolation between signal paths.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

4Ease of manufacture

If a single layer structure is used for link wirings, then the manufacturing process is simpler, but the bezel area increases and flicker occurs

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvewiring structure fabricationVSAvoidflicker phenomenon
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

While multi-layer structures are inherently more complex than single-layer structures, the patent implements layering in a manner that leverages existing semiconductor manufacturing capabilities. The first and second link wirings in different layers can be formed using standard multi-layer PCB or thin-film fabrication processes, achieving flicker elimination through vertical separation while maintaining reasonable manufacturing feasibility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

Data Source

PatentUS20250275245A1Display Apparatus
Publication Date: 2025.08.28 LG DISPLAY CO LTD
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AI summary

Disclosed is a display apparatus including: a substrate including a non-display area surrounding the display area; a plurality of signal lines on the display area of the substrate; and a plurality of link wirings electrically connected to the signal lines and on a link area of the non-display area of the substrate, the plurality of link wirings include an intersection point where adjacent link wirings are arranged to intersect each other.