Wrenchable Frame Structure for Detachable Touch Panel Rework
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Solution Overview
Problem
The reworking of touch panels in electronic devices is challenging due to the risk of breaking the glass substrate, leading to resource waste and increased costs, as conventional detachment methods do not allow for easy reuse of the touch panel.
Innovation Solution
A panel device design featuring a frame with a wrenchable structure, including notches and breakaway portions, allows for the easy detachment of the touch panel from the frame by exposing parts of the panel and using a binder that is covered by the wrenchable structure, reducing the risk of damage during rework.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of repair
If conventional detachment methods are used to separate the touch panel from the frame, then the touch panel can be detached for rework, but the glass substrate may break causing resource waste and increased costs
Solution Approach 1:
The frame is segmented into a detachment area and an adhesion area through the wrenchable structure. The detachment area includes breakaway portions that can be separated from the adhesion area, allowing controlled detachment of the touch panel without compromising the glass substrate. This segmentation enables easy rework while protecting the integrity of the fragile glass component.
Solution Approach 2:
The wrenchable structure acts as an intermediary mechanism between the frame and the touch panel. It provides a controlled detachment path through breakaway portions and notches, serving as a mediator that allows the touch panel to be separated from the frame in a controlled manner that prevents direct damage to the glass substrate during the detachment process.
2Ease of manufacture
If adhesive tape is used to adhere the touch panel to the frame, then the touch panel can be easily assembled, but the touch panel cannot be easily detached for rework without damage
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment mechanism transitions from a static adhesive bond to a dynamic wrenchable structure. The frame incorporates breakaway portions and notches that allow controlled separation, enabling the assembly to be both easily manufactured through simple insertion and easily detached for rework through controlled breaking of the wrenchable structure without damaging the touch panel.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the touch panel is made of glass substrate to provide touch control function, then the display device achieves integrated functionality, but the glass substrate is prone to breaking during rework
Solution Approach 1:
The wrenchable structure is designed beforehand with breakaway portions and notches that provide a controlled detachment path. This prior design cushions the glass substrate by directing the detachment force through predetermined weak points in the frame rather than applying force directly to the glass, thereby preventing breaks during rework while maintaining the integrated touch control 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
Enables the panel to be easily reworked without damaging the touch panel, reducing resource waste and costs by allowing for the reuse of components and minimizing the risk of damage during the detachment process.
Implementation Method 1
The binder adheres the second panel to the frame
Data Source
AI summary
A panel device including a first panel, a second panel, a frame, and a binder is provided. The frame has a wrenchable structure. The first panel is between the second panel and the frame. The binder adheres the second panel to the frame. The second panel can be detached from the frame through the wrenchable structure.