Sequential Subpixel Emission for Display Luminance Stability

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Solution Overview

Problem

Display devices experience a decrease in luminance due to signal interference, which affects the performance of light-emitting pixels.

Innovation Solution

The display device incorporates a pixel structure with three subpixels that emit light during different emission periods, each with a distinct on-duty ratio, using separate emission control lines and data lines, and a scan driver that outputs emission control signals sequentially to manage these periods.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Illumination intensity

If subpixels emit light simultaneously, then the pixel can display images, but signal interference causes luminance decrease

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveluminanceVSAvoidsignal interference
Core Design Contradiction:
Illumination intensityVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies periodic action by dividing the emission period into multiple sub-periods, where each subpixel emits light in a sequential manner rather than simultaneously. The first subpixel emits during a first emission period, the second subpixel during a second emission period, and the third subpixel during a third emission period, with these periods being temporally separated or partially overlapping. This periodic emission pattern reduces signal interference while maintaining overall luminance output.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #19Periodic action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent segments the emission control by providing separate emission control lines for each subpixel (first emission control line, second emission control line, third emission control line) and using a scan driver to sequentially output emission control signals to each subpixel. This segmentation allows independent control of each subpixel's emission timing, preventing signal interference while maintaining pixel functionality.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

2Illumination intensity

If emission control signals are output sequentially, then signal interference is reduced, but emission control complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveluminance stabilityVSAvoidemission control structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Illumination intensityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The scan driver serves multiple functions: it outputs emission control signals to multiple subpixels (first, second, and third subpixels) sequentially, manages the timing of emission periods, and coordinates the overall emission control for the pixel. This multi-functional approach reduces the need for separate dedicated control circuits for each subpixel, thereby managing complexity while achieving luminance stability.

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

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 approach prevents or reduces luminance decrease by minimizing signal interference, thereby maintaining consistent pixel performance.

Implementation Method 1

A light-emitting display device includes pixels including light-emitting elements

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight-emitting element: Light Emitting Diode

Data Source

PatentUS20250316212A1Display device and method of driving the same, and electronic device for providing image
Publication Date: 2025.10.09 SAMSUNG DISPLAY CO LTD
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AI summary

A display device includes a pixel that includes a first subpixel, a second subpixel, and a third subpixel respectively configured to emit light in response to a first driving current, a second driving current, and a third driving current during different first, second, and third emission periods.