Pressurization Header Gradient Control for LED Attachment Precision

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing display panel fabrication methods face challenges in precisely and accurately disposing and attaching light emitting diodes, leading to high attachment defective rates and increased fabrication costs due to difficulties in correcting the gradient of the pressurization member.

Innovation Solution

An apparatus comprising an attachment member, a pressurization header, a fixing frame, a pressure sensing module, a gradient setting module, and a gradient control module, which allows for precise pressure detection and adjustment to correct the gradient of the pressurization header and attachment member, ensuring accurate attachment of light emitting diodes.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Manufacturing precision

If conventional pressurization methods are used to attach light emitting diodes, then the attachment process can be completed, but the attachment precision and accuracy deteriorate due to inability to correct pressurization gradient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveattachment precisionVSAvoidpressurization control complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The pressurization header is made adjustable in gradient through the gradient control module, allowing it to dynamically adapt its pressing force distribution according to the detected gradient direction and magnitude. This transforms a static pressurization device into a dynamic one that can correct for misalignments and achieve precise attachment of light emitting diodes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The pressure sensing module detects the pressure distribution and gradient during the attachment process, providing real-time feedback to the gradient control module. This feedback loop enables the system to automatically adjust the pressurization header's gradient to compensate for misalignments, thereby improving attachment precision without requiring complex manual intervention.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

2Reliability

If gradient correction is difficult in conventional systems, then device structure remains simple, but attachment defective rate increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveattachment reliabilityVSAvoidgradient control system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The pressure sensing module continuously monitors the pressure distribution and detects gradient variations. This information is fed back to the gradient control module, which automatically adjusts the pressurization header to correct gradient errors. This feedback mechanism significantly improves attachment reliability by ensuring consistent pressure distribution, while the automated control minimizes the operational complexity despite the enhanced system structure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system performs self-correction of gradient errors through the automated gradient control module that uses pressure sensing data to adjust the pressurization header's orientation and pressure distribution. This self-service capability reduces the need for manual intervention and complex external control systems, thereby improving reliability without proportionally increasing operational complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Manufacturing precision

If precise pressure detection and gradient control are implemented, then attachment quality improves, but fabrication cost increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveattachment accuracyVSAvoidfabrication cost
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The pressurization header serves multiple functions: it applies pressure for attachment, detects pressure distribution through integrated sensing, and automatically corrects gradient errors through controlled adjustment. This multi-functionality consolidates what would otherwise require separate devices into one unit, improving attachment accuracy while minimizing the need for additional components and reducing overall fabrication costs.

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

Solution Approach 2:

The gradient correction system operates autonomously using the pressure sensing data to self-adjust the pressurization header's gradient. This self-service capability eliminates the need for complex external control systems and manual calibration procedures, thereby achieving high attachment accuracy without proportionally increasing fabrication costs.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

4Productivity

If conventional attachment methods are used, then fabrication process remains simple, but attachment defective rate remains high

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefabrication efficiencyVSAvoidattachment accuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The pressure sensing module provides real-time feedback on pressure distribution and gradient during the attachment process. This enables the gradient control module to make automatic adjustments to ensure accurate attachment, thereby improving manufacturing precision without significantly extending the fabrication cycle. The automated feedback-loop control streamlines the process rather than complicating it.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system performs preliminary detection of pressure gradient and automatically corrects gradient errors before the final attachment is completed. This preliminary correction action ensures that the subsequent attachment process proceeds with optimal alignment and pressure distribution, improving attachment accuracy while maintaining efficient fabrication throughput.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

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

The apparatus improves the precision and reliability of light emitting diode attachment, reduces defective rates, and lowers fabrication costs by enabling precise control over the pressurization process.

Implementation Method 1

a first pressure sensing module between the pressurization header and the attachment member and configured to generate first pressure detection signals according to pressure applied to the pressurization header

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectPressure sensing:

Data Source

PatentUS20240120323A1Display device apparatus for fabricating display panel and fabricating method thereof
Publication Date: 2024.04.11 SAMSUNG DISPLAY CO LTD
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AI summary

The present disclosure relates to an apparatus for fabricating a display panel including: an attachment member having a fixing portion in a pressurization direction to which a pressurization header is fixed, an attachment driving member configured to move the attachment member and the pressurization header in the pressurization direction or a detachment direction through a fixing frame of the attachment member, a first pressure sensing module between the pressurization header and the attachment member and configured to generate first pressure detection signals according to pressure applied to the pressurization header, a gradient setting module configured to set a gradient of the pressurization header based on magnitudes of the first pressure detection signals, and a gradient control module configured to adjust gradients of the pressurization header, the attachment member, and the fixing frame according to control of the gradient setting module.