Pivot Module With Sliding Linkage to Minimize Foldable Device Gaps

The patent applies dynamics by making the first body capable of both rotation and sliding movements. The first body rotates relative to the second body through a pivot, while simultaneously sliding along a sliding axis. This dynamic combination of rotational and translational movements allows the first body to dynamically adjust its position and orientation, thereby minimizing gaps and maintaining continuous contact or proximity with the second body during operation.

The patent introduces an additional dimension of movement by adding sliding motion along a sliding axis to the traditional rotational pivot mechanism. This transforms a single-degree-of-freedom rotational joint into a two-degree-of-freedom mechanism (rotation + translation), enabling the first body to move in multiple directions and better maintain contact with the second body, thus eliminating gaps in the vertical dimension.

The patent applies dynamics by making the first body capable of both rotation and sliding movements. The first body rotates relative to the second body through a pivot, while simultaneously sliding along a sliding axis. This dynamic combination of rotational and translational movements allows the first body to dynamically adjust its position and orientation, thereby minimizing gaps and maintaining continuous contact or proximity with the second body during operation.

The patent implements multi-functionality by designing the first body to perform both rotational movement (through the pivot) and sliding movement (along the sliding axis). This dual-capability design allows a single component to achieve multiple functions: maintaining rotational flexibility while simultaneously ensuring continuous contact and functionality across different operational states, thereby improving adaptability without requiring separate mechanisms.