Optical Fingerprint Sensor Elastic Support for Reusable Module Assembly

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing optical fingerprint sensor apparatuses face performance limitations due to the low reuse rate of components, as the optical fingerprint sensor module is often damaged during removal from the self-luminous display panel, leading to inefficient repair and replacement.

Innovation Solution

The optical fingerprint sensor apparatus incorporates a support frame structure with an opening, an optical fingerprint sensor module, a support plate, an elastic support member, and a self-luminous display panel, where the elastic support member is fixedly connected between the sensor module and the support plate, allowing for relative positioning and easy separation without direct adhesion, enabling reuse of components.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If the optical fingerprint sensor module is directly adhered to the self-luminous display panel, then the assembly is compact and stable, but the sensor module cannot be easily separated and reused

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveseparation and reuse of sensor moduleVSAvoidassembly structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces an elastic adhesive layer as an intermediary between the optical fingerprint sensor module and the self-luminous display panel. This elastic adhesive layer enables both stable adhesion during operation and easy separation for reuse, resolving the contradiction between assembly stability and component reusability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent utilizes the elastic properties of the adhesive layer, which can change its adhesion parameters dynamically. When compressed, the elastic adhesive layer provides strong bonding; when the compression force is removed, it allows for easy separation. This parameter change enables both stable assembly and easy disassembly.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Ease of repair

If the optical fingerprint sensor module is removed from the self-luminous display panel for repair or replacement, then component reuse is possible, but the sensor module is often damaged during removal

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesensor module replacementVSAvoidsensor module integrity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of repairVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The elastic adhesive layer serves as a mediator that reduces mechanical stress during removal operations. Its elastic properties allow it to deform and absorb forces that would otherwise damage the sensor module, enabling safe removal and replacement.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The elastic adhesive layer provides beforehand cushioning by absorbing mechanical stresses during removal operations. This cushioning effect protects the sensor module from damage during the repair or replacement process.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #11Beforehand cushioning (Prior cushioning)

3Stability of the object's composition

If the optical fingerprint sensor module is firmly fixed to the self-luminous display panel, then the assembly is stable, but the components cannot be easily separated for maintenance

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveassembly stabilityVSAvoidcomponent separation
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The elastic adhesive layer changes its adhesion parameters based on compression force. Under compression, it provides strong bonding for stability; when compression is removed, it allows easy separation for maintenance operations.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The elastic adhesive layer introduces dynamic characteristics to the assembly, allowing it to transition between strongly bonded and easily separable states. This dynamic behavior enables both stable operation and easy maintenance.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

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

This design improves the performance of the optical fingerprint sensor apparatus by allowing for the reuse of the optical fingerprint sensor module and self-luminous display panel, reducing costs and enhancing reliability by eliminating the need for direct adhesion and simplifying the assembly process.

Implementation Method 1

an elastic support member disposed between the optical fingerprint sensor module and the support plate, wherein the elastic support member is fixedly connected to the optical fingerprint sensor module and the support plate, respectively

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElasticity: Elasticity

Data Source

PatentUS10936846B2Optical fingerprint sensor apparatus and assembling method thereof
Publication Date: 2021.03.02 SHANGHAI OXI TECH
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AI summary

An optical fingerprint sensor apparatus and an assembling method thereof are provided. The optical fingerprint sensor apparatus includes: a support frame structure having an opening therein, the opening penetrating through the support frame structure; an optical fingerprint sensor module disposed in the opening; a support plate disposed below the optical fingerprint sensor module and at the bottom of the support frame structure, wherein the support plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the support frame structure; an elastic support member disposed between the optical fingerprint sensor module and the support plate, wherein the elastic support member is fixedly connected to the optical fingerprint sensor module and the support plate, respectively; and a self-luminous display panel disposed on the optical fingerprint sensor module and the support frame structure, wherein the self-luminous display panel and the support frame structure are fixedly connected. Performance of the optical fingerprint sensor apparatus is improved.