Segmented Hinge Structure for Multi-Form Foldable Display Panels
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing foldable electronic devices have limited configurations for their flexible screens, as they can only be folded with portions on opposite sides placed in parallel, leading to simple configurations that may be prone to damage from small folds.
Innovation Solution
A hinge mechanism with a supporting mechanism comprising first, second, third, and fourth supporting elements, and a rotating mechanism with connecting elements, allowing for different included angles between flexible and non-flexible portions, enabling multiple folding forms and preventing damage from small folds.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a simple hinge mechanism is used to fold the flexible screen, then the device structure is simple, but the flexible screen can only be folded in parallel configurations which are prone to damage from small folds
Solution Approach 1:
The hinge mechanism is divided into multiple supporting elements (first, second, third, fourth supporting elements) that can independently rotate and adjust, allowing the flexible screen to be folded in multiple configurations rather than a single parallel fold, thereby distributing stress and preventing damage from small folds
2Adaptability or versatility
If a complex hinge mechanism with multiple supporting elements is used, then the flexible screen can achieve multiple folding configurations, but the device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple supporting elements are combined into a single integrated hinge mechanism that shares common components such as the fixed bracket and rotating mechanism, allowing the flexible screen to achieve multiple folding configurations while avoiding the complexity of completely separate folding structures
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The hinge mechanism provides increased flexibility in folding configurations, allowing for greater radian bends and preventing damage to the flexible display panel, enhancing user experience and device durability.
Implementation Method 1
the first supporting element is rotatably connected to one side of the fixed bracket along a first shaft, and the third supporting element is rotatably connected to the other side of the fixed bracket along a third shaft
Implementation Method 2
the second supporting element is rotatably connected to one side of the first supporting element away from the fixed bracket, and the fourth supporting element is rotatably connected to one side of the third supporting element away from the fixed bracket
Implementation Method 3
One end of the first connecting element is rotatably connected to the fixed bracket along a second shaft, and the other end of the first connecting element is rotatably connected to the second supporting element
Implementation Method 4
the other end of the second connecting element is slidably connected to the fourth supporting element
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AI summary
A hinge, a display panel, and an electronic device are disclosed. The hinge includes a fixed bracket and a supporting mechanism, wherein the supporting mechanism includes a first supporting element rotatably connected to the fixed bracket along a first shaft, a second supporting element rotatably connected to the first supporting element along a second shaft, a third supporting element rotatably connected to the fixed bracket along a third shaft, and a fourth supporting element rotatably connected to the third supporting element along a fourth shaft.