Waterproof Adhesive Structure for Compact Electronic Device Housing
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Solution Overview
Problem
The housing of electronic devices often requires multiple waterproof members, which can compromise spatial efficiency due to their bulkiness.
Innovation Solution
The electronic device incorporates a waterproof structure that optimizes spatial efficiency by using a combination of housing parts and adhesive members to prevent water ingress while maintaining a sleek design.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If waterproof members are added to prevent water ingress, then waterproof function is improved, but spatial efficiency deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The adhesive member is configured to extend along the boundary between first and second housing parts, combining the functions of bonding and waterproofing into a single integrated component, thereby preventing water ingress without requiring separate waterproof members that would reduce spatial efficiency
Solution Approach 2:
The adhesive member serves multiple functions simultaneously: it bonds the housing parts together and provides waterproof protection at the boundary, making the structure more space-efficient by eliminating the need for dedicated waterproof members
2Strength
If multiple adhesive members are used to bond housing parts, then bonding strength is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The adhesive member is configured to extend along the boundary between housing parts, combining bonding and waterproofing functions into a single integrated structure, thereby maintaining bonding strength without increasing structural complexity through multiple separate components
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 configuration enhances spatial efficiency and maintains a waterproof function, allowing for a more compact and durable electronic device design.
Implementation Method 1
an adhesive member extending along a boundary between the first housing part and the second housing part
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AI summary
According to one embodiment of the present invention, an electronic device may comprise: a cover part, which forms an outer surface of the electronic device, and includes a first cover member including a portion of the edge of the outer surface, and a second cover member including the other portion of the edge; a support member positioned inside the electronic device; and a first adhesive member, which includes a first adhesive part having a closed curve shape positioned between the cover part and the support member along the edge, and a second adhesive part extending from the first adhesive part and covering a boundary part along the boundary part between the first cover member and the second cover member. Other various embodiments are possible.