KR20160149750A - Electronic device - Google Patents

Abstract

An electronic device is disclosed. An electronic device of the present invention includes: an elongated housing; A tip coupled to one end of the housing; A motion sensor positioned on at least one side of the housing; A memory provided inside or outside the housing; A first mode in which the tip or the content corresponding to the motion of the housing is recorded in the memory based on an operation of the user acquired through the motion sensor; And a controller for performing mode switching between the first mode and the second mode when the operation of the user acquired through the motion sensor corresponds to a predetermined operation. According to the present invention, an electronic device can be controlled by an operation.

Description

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

The present invention relates to an electronic device capable of operating in different modes based on a user's manipulation of the electronic device.

An electronic device can be divided into a mobile type and a fixed type depending on whether the electronic device is movable or not. The portable electronic device can be divided into a portable electronic device and a stationary electronic device according to whether the portable electronic device can be directly carried by the user.

Electronic devices have been diversified. For example, it is being differentiated from a conventional form in the form of a bar to a wearable electronic device which can be used in various situations.

In recent years, studies for an electronic device having a conventional object shape for the purpose of giving an analog sensitivity or the like are underway.

The present invention is directed to solving the above-mentioned problems and other problems. Another purpose may be to provide an electronic device capable of recording motion.

Yet another object is to provide an electronic device that can be controlled by operation.

Another object is to provide an electronic device capable of switching modes by a specific operation.

Yet another object is to provide an electronic device capable of switching modes by a switch.

According to an aspect of the present invention, there is provided an elongated housing comprising: an elongated housing; A tip coupled to one end of the housing; A motion sensor positioned on at least one side of the housing; A first mode in which a content corresponding to the tip or a motion of the housing is recorded in a memory based on an operation of a user acquired through the motion sensor, A control unit including a second mode; And a switch installed at one side of the housing and performing a mode switching between the first mode and the second mode based on a user's operation.

According to another aspect of the present invention, the second mode may perform a specific function corresponding to the motion of the tip or the housing, based on an operation of the user acquired through the motion sensor.

According to another aspect of the present invention, the switch may be located adjacent to the tip, and may protrude outward from the inside of the housing.

According to another aspect of the present invention, the switch is installed inside the housing, and is capable of applying pressure to the switch when the tip is deformed by an external force applied to the tip, have.

According to another aspect of the present invention, the switch includes a pressure sensor provided inside the housing, one side of the tip is directed to the outside of the housing, and the other side of the tip is in contact with the pressure sensor have.

According to another aspect of the present invention, the switch is located at the end of the housing on the opposite side of the tip, protrudes outside the housing, and may be inserted into the housing by an external force.

According to another aspect of the present invention, the housing includes a latching groove having at least one opening, the cap protruding outside the housing and inserted into the housing by an external force, And a latching portion connected to the cap and projecting to the outside of the housing through the opening of the latching groove.

In addition, according to another aspect of the present invention, the latching groove has a first latching groove and a second latching groove formed in the housing, and the latching portion includes a first latching portion and a second latching portion, The first engaging portion is located in the first engaging groove, the second engaging portion is located in the second engaging groove, and when the cap is inserted into the first engaging portion, the first and second engaging portions are engaged with the first Both the engaging groove and the second engaging groove can be located.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided an electronic device, further comprising: a pin fixed to one side of the housing and having elasticity, the pin having a protrusion protruding toward the housing, And a pressure sensor provided at a position corresponding to the protrusion, so that when the user presses the pin, force can be applied to the pressure sensor.

According to another aspect of the present invention, the switch may be inserted into an outer surface of the housing and rotated, and may be in contact with an electrode exposed to the outside of the housing.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a switch according to another aspect of the present invention, wherein the switch includes: a rotating part which is inserted into the housing and rotates; a contact part protruding from the rotating part; As shown in Fig.

According to another aspect of the present invention, a plurality of the contact portions and the terminals may contact each other in a pair.

According to another aspect of the present invention, the housing further includes a plurality of grooves extending in an outer surface of the housing, the switch being inserted into the plurality of grooves, moving along the shape of the plurality of grooves, .

According to another aspect of the present invention, the motion sensor includes an optical sensor for measuring the movement or trajectory of the tip through a laser, and the control unit controls the movement of the tip, Lt; / RTI >

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is further provided a display provided on an outer surface of the housing, and the controller may activate the display when the mode is switched to the second mode.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is further provided a wireless communication unit for transmitting / receiving contents stored in the memory to at least one other device.

The effect of the electronic device according to the present invention will be described below.

According to at least one of the embodiments of the present invention, there is an advantage that an electronic device capable of recording motion can be provided.

Also, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present invention, there is an advantage in that an electronic device that can be controlled by an operation can be provided.

Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present invention, it is possible to provide an electronic device capable of switching modes in a specific operation.

Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present invention, it is possible to provide an electronic device capable of switching modes by a switch.

Further scope of applicability of the present invention will become apparent from the following detailed description. It should be understood, however, that the detailed description and specific examples, such as the preferred embodiment of the invention, are given by way of illustration only, since various changes and modifications within the spirit and scope of the invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art.

1 is a diagram illustrating an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
2 is a diagram illustrating electronic components of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
Figure 3 is a view of a pin according to some embodiments of the present invention.
Figures 4-6 illustrate a housing according to other embodiments of the present invention.
Figures 7 and 8 are views illustrating tips according to some embodiments of the present invention.
9 is a diagram illustrating an optical sensor in accordance with some embodiments of the present invention.
Figures 10 and 11 are diagrams illustrating electronic device modes in accordance with some embodiments of the present invention.
12 is a diagram illustrating an electronic device tip according to other embodiments of the present invention.
Figures 13 and 14 are diagrams illustrating the operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
15 is a block diagram for explaining an electronic device related to the present invention.
16 is a flow chart illustrating operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
17 is a flow chart specifically illustrating a first mode of operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
18 is a flow chart specifically illustrating a second mode of operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
Fig. 19 is a diagram showing an operation mode of the electronic device of Fig. 16; Fig.
Figures 20 and 21 are diagrams illustrating operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
22 is a diagram illustrating another example of the operation of the electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
23 is a diagram illustrating another example of operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
24 is a diagram illustrating another example of operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
25 is a diagram illustrating another example of operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.
26 is a diagram illustrating another example of electronic device operation in accordance with some embodiments of the present invention.
Figure 27 is a diagram illustrating another example of electronic device operation in accordance with some embodiments of the present invention.
28 is a diagram illustrating another example of electronic device operation in accordance with some embodiments of the present invention.
29 and 30 are diagrams illustrating an example of a switch according to some embodiments of the present invention.
31 and 32 are diagrams illustrating another example of a switch according to some embodiments of the present invention.
33 and 34 are diagrams illustrating another example of a switch according to some embodiments of the present invention.
35 and 36 are diagrams illustrating another example of a switch according to some embodiments of the present invention.
37 and 38 are diagrams illustrating another example of a switch according to some embodiments of the present invention.
39 is a diagram illustrating another example of a switch according to some embodiments of the present invention.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein like reference numerals are used to designate identical or similar elements, and redundant description thereof will be omitted. The suffix "module" and " part "for the components used in the following description are given or mixed in consideration of ease of specification, and do not have their own meaning or role. In the following description of the embodiments of the present invention, a detailed description of related arts will be omitted when it is determined that the gist of the embodiments disclosed herein may be blurred. It is to be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory and are intended to provide further explanation of the invention as claimed. , ≪ / RTI > equivalents, and alternatives.

Terms including ordinals, such as first, second, etc., may be used to describe various elements, but the elements are not limited to these terms. The terms are used only for the purpose of distinguishing one component from another.

It is to be understood that when an element is referred to as being "connected" or "connected" to another element, it may be directly connected or connected to the other element, . On the other hand, when an element is referred to as being "directly connected" or "directly connected" to another element, it should be understood that there are no other elements in between.

The singular expressions include plural expressions unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

In the present application, the terms "comprises", "having", and the like are used to specify that a feature, a number, a step, an operation, an element, a component, But do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, or combinations thereof.

The electronic devices described herein may be used in various applications such as mobile phones, smart phones, laptop computers, digital broadcasting terminals, personal digital assistants (PDAs), portable multimedia players (PMPs), navigation, slate PCs A tablet PC, an ultrabook, a wearable device such as a smartwatch, a smart glass, and a head mounted display (HMD). have.

However, it should be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art that the configuration according to the embodiments described herein may be applied to electronic devices such as digital TVs, desktop computers, digital signage, and the like, It will be possible.

Hereinafter, embodiments related to a control method that can be implemented in the electronic device configured as above will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention may be embodied in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics thereof.

The components shown in FIGS. 1-15 are not essential for implementing an electronic device, so that the electronic device described herein may have more or fewer components than the components listed above.

1 is a diagram illustrating an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

The electronic device 100 may include a housing 101, a tip 102, a sensor 103, a microphone 104, a clip 105, a sensor 106, a speaker 107, have. More specifically, the housing 101 may be an elongated shape. The housing 101 may be for user's gripping convenience. For example, the housing 101 may be in the form of a long extended cylinder.

Tip 102 (tip) may have a pointed shape on one side. The other side of the tip 102 can be coupled to one end of the housing 101. The tip 102 is coupled to one end of the housing 102 so that a user can grip the housing 102 and write with the tip 102. The tip 102 may be a flexible material or may be a rigid material. The tip 102, as will be described later, may be provided with a pressure sensor 149 therein.

The sensors 103 and 106 may be provided on the outer surface of the housing 101. The sensors 103 and 106 may be sensors for detecting the user's gripping, sensors for recognizing the fingerprint of the user, sensors for recognizing the user's eyes, and camera modules It is possible. Also, a sensor may be provided on the button. The user can push the sensor to perform the set function. The above-described pressure sensor of the tip 102 and the button may be used in combination to perform the function of an input device of another electronic device such as a mouse or the like. The functions of the sensor can be variously configured as needed.

The microphone may be provided inside the housing 101, and the microphone hole 104 may be formed in the housing 101. The speaker may be provided in the housing 101 and the speaker hole 107 may be formed in the housing 101. A recording function, a multimedia function, a voice transmission / reception function, and the like can be implemented by a selective or merge configuration of a microphone or a speaker.

The clip 105 may be coupled to one side of the housing 101 or formed integrally with the housing 101. The cap 108 may be coupled to the opposite housing 101 to which the tip 102 is coupled. The cap 108 may be a plug for the opening of the housing 101, may be a button, and may include a pressure sensor. If necessary, the function of the cap 108 can be variously configured.

2 is a diagram illustrating electronic components of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention. The electronic devices include a PCB 99, an FPCB 98, a gyro sensor 143, an acceleration sensor 144, an angular acceleration sensor 145, a fingerprint recognition sensor 146, an ocular detection sensor 147, ).

More specifically, the configurations of the electronic device to be described with reference to Fig. 15 may be mounted on the PCB 99 or the FPCB 98. Fig. The connector 97 may be mounted on the PCB 99. The connector 97 may be electrically connected to the external terminal 96. The connector 97 and the external terminal 96 may be data transmission lines and may be wires for supplying power.

The gyro sensor 143 may be an element that measures the repulsive force generated by the rotational movement of an object in which the gyroscope is embedded and converts it into an electric signal. By measuring the motion of the object in the inertial coordinate system and sensing the movement distance and direction, it is possible to grasp the motion of the object in the three-dimensional space. For example, the gyro sensor 143 may be a MEMS gyro sensor.

The acceleration sensor 144 can sense the acceleration of the moving object or the intensity of the impact. This can be done by measuring the motion of the object in the inertial coordinate system. For example, the acceleration sensor 144 may be a MEMS acceleration sensor.

For example, if the object is two-dimensional motion, one gyro sensor 143 and two acceleration sensors 144 may be needed. For another example, three gyro sensors 143 and three acceleration sensors 144 may be needed if the object is moving in three dimensions.

The angular acceleration sensor 145 detects the rotational motion of the object in the inertial coordinate system, and may be a gyro sensor. The angular acceleration sensor 145 may be a combination of the gyro sensor 143 and the acceleration sensor 144 in order to improve the sensitivity of the sensor.

The fingerprint recognition sensor 146 can acquire a digital image of the user fingerprint and recognize the user. For example, the fingerprint recognition sensor 146 may be an optical type, an ultrasonic type, a capacitive type, or the like.

The eyeball detecting sensor 147 can detect the eyes of the user and can track the movement of the eyeball to grasp the position of the user's eyes. The pressure sensor 149 can convert the force applied to the sensor into an electrical signal to measure the magnitude of the force.

Figure 3 is a view of a pin according to some embodiments of the present invention. The pin 105 may include a holder 105a, a display module 151, a cover 105b, and a window 105c.

The holder 105a may be fitted to one side of the housing 101 and may be integrally formed with the housing 101. [ The holder 105a can perform an elastic movement with respect to the housing 101. [ The holder 105a may have a groove 105h in which the display module 151 is seated.

The display module 151 may include a PCB 151b and a display panel 151a. The PCB 151b can be mounted with electronic elements for controlling the display panel 151a. The display panel 151a may be electrically connected to the PCB 151b to display predetermined information. The display module 151 may be a flexible display adapted to the elastic movement of the holder 105a.

The cover 105b can be coupled to the holder 105a for fixing the display module 151 when the display module 151 is seated in the groove 105h of the holder 105a. The cover 105b may be formed with an opening 105p at a position corresponding to the display module 151. [ The window 105c may be coupled to the opening 105p for protection of the display. The window 105c may have a touch window for input as well as protection of the display.

Figure 4 is a view of a housing according to other embodiments of the present invention.

The housing 101 has a triangular cross section and can be elongated. By having the housing 101 in the shape of a triangle, it is possible to enhance the gripping convenience of the user and prevent the electronic device 100 from rolling. The display 151 may be provided on the outer surface of the housing 101. At this time, a plurality of displays 151 may be provided. For example, the plurality of displays 151 may be provided on each of the outer surfaces of the housing 101 having a triangular cross section. When the user grips the housing 101 having a triangular cross section, there may be a display 151 that the user's eyes reach and a display 151 that is not. At this time, at least one sensor among the gyro sensor 143, the acceleration sensor 144, and the angular acceleration sensor 145 may intervene to grasp the state of the user grip. Further, the display 151 that the user's eyes can reach can be activated accordingly. On the other hand, the display 151 that does not reach the user's eyes can enter the power saving mode. It goes without saying that the configuration described with reference to Figs. 1 to 3 may be included.

Figure 5 is a view of a housing according to other embodiments of the present invention.

The housing 101 has a rectangular cross section as a whole and can be elongated. The housing 101 has a rectangular cross section, which has the advantage that the area of one surface of the housing 101 (which may include the area of the display) can be widened, and the electronic device 100 can be prevented from rolling. The display 151 may be provided on a wide outer surface of the housing 101. It goes without saying that the configuration described with reference to Figs. 1 to 3 may be included.

Figure 6 is a view of a housing according to other embodiments of the present invention.

The housing 101 has a circular cross section as a whole and can be elongated. Since the housing 101 has a circular cross section, it is possible to provide convenience that the user does not have to consider the directionality of the housing 101. The display 151 may be provided to surround at least a part of the outer surface of the housing 101. This can mean that a large area of display can be provided. It may also mean that it can provide an infinite area of display. An infinite area display means that the cylindrical display can be rotated by scrolling the contents of the information displayed on the display. It goes without saying that the configuration described with reference to Figs. 1 to 3 may be included.

Figure 7 is a diagram illustrating a tip according to some embodiments of the present invention.

The tip 102 may have one side coupled to the housing 101 and the other side having a narrower cross-section than the other side. This means that the tip 102 can be tapered or sharpened as it moves away from the housing 101. The tip of the tip 102 may be rounded. The tip 102 may be formed of a resilient material. On the other hand, the tip 102 may be formed of a rigid material. The tip 102 may experience a predetermined displacement or deformation due to the force applied to the tip 102. Such displacement or deformation can be detected by the pressure sensor 149. [ The pressure sensor 149 may be mounted inside the housing 101 to contact one end of the tip 102.

Figure 8 is a view of a tip according to other embodiments of the present invention.

The tip 102 may be formed with multiple protrusions. On the other hand, an optical sensor 148 may be provided on one side of the tip 102. The light sensor 148 can sense the motion (or trajectory) of the tip. The light sensor 148 may track the movement of the tip 102 by irradiating the laser and measuring the laser reflected from the surface of the object. Accordingly, the attribute or writing surface of the writing area of the electronic device is not limited (the electronic device is not limited to any surface or any of the writing areas).

9 is a diagram illustrating an optical sensor in accordance with some embodiments of the present invention.

The optical sensor 148 can irradiate laser light. The irradiated laser can be reflected on a writing surface. Some light can deviate out of the light sensor 148 range depending on the writing surface and some light can be measured in the light sensor 148 range. For example, the optical sensor 148 may have a resolution of 2000 dpi, a motion velocity of 0 to 1000 mm / sec, an optical power of 0.3 mW, and a wavelength of 850 nm.

10 is a diagram illustrating an electronic device mode according to some embodiments of the present invention.

The mode of the electronic device shown in Fig. 10 may be a handwriting mode. When the user grasps and writes the electronic device 100, the tip 102 moves according to the user's intention (or locus) and the photosensor 148 measures the movement or locus and sends a signal . The controller 180 may process the signal transmitted from the optical sensor 148 and store the processed signal in the memory 170. For example, when the user writes the letters WC, alphabet a, RA, the photosensor 148 measures the movement of the tip 102, and the controller 180 controls the signal by the photosensor 148 To store the information RC of the character a in the memory 170. [

11 is a diagram illustrating an electronic device mode according to other embodiments of the present invention.

The mode of the electronic device shown in Fig. 11 may be a handwriting mode. When the user grasps and writes the electronic device 100, the tip 102 moves according to the user's intention (or locus), and the sensor module measures the movement or locus and sends a signal to the control unit 180 . The sensor module may include a gyro sensor 143, an acceleration sensor 144, or an angular acceleration sensor 145. The location of the sensor module may be proximate to the tip 102 and away from the tip 102. The position of the sensor module is not limited if only the measurement sensitivity is guaranteed. The control unit 180 may process the signal transmitted from the sensor module and store the processed signal in the memory 170. For example, when the user writes the letter WC and the alphabet letter a, the sensor module measures the movement of the tip 102, and the control unit 180 processes the signal by the sensor module, May be stored in the memory 170. Here, the sensor module may measure a movement or a locus of the housing 101 and transmit a signal to the controller 180. [

12 is a diagram illustrating an electronic device tip according to other embodiments of the present invention.

The electronic device 100 may have a nip 102r (nib). The nip 102r may be a refill ink for a ballpoint pen, an aqueous or oily nib, a graphite core, an electronically controlled ink, or the like. For fastening the nip 102r, the tip 102 may have a fastening hole 102h. The fastening hole 102h may be formed only on the tip 102 and may be formed across the tip 102 and the housing 101. [ The light sensor 148 may be located near the nip 102r. As a result, the user can write notes on a note or the like, and digitize and store the notes. For example, when a user listens to a lecture, the user can write the lecture contents and the written contents can be stored as digital text. It may also be transferred to another electronic device at the same time as handwriting. As another example, if the user is teaching, the user can write at the same time as the lecture, the contents can be stored in digital text, and the digital text can be sent to the auditor. As a result, users can concentrate on the lecture without having to write the contents of the lecture.

13 is a diagram illustrating operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

As shown in the figure, the electronic device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention can perform its own communication function by itself.

As shown in Fig. 13A, the electronic device 100 can communicate directly with the base station AP. For example, it means that data can be transmitted to the base station (AP) and data can be received from the base station (AP) by using a wireless antenna or the like built in the electronic device 100. This is different from conventional devices that were dependent on other terminals owned by the user.

As shown in Fig. 13B, the electronic device 100 communicating with the base station AP can transmit data to the other electronic device 200. [ For example, this means that the electronic device 100 can perform a role of relaying data for another electronic device 200 that is being paired.

14 is a diagram illustrating operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

As shown, the electronic device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention can store and / or transmit contents WC in various manners.

As shown in Fig. 14 (a), the user can generate the contents WC using the electronic device 100. [ For example, it means that the pen-type electronic device 100 can be used for writing. The electronic device 100 can recognize a character (WC) generated by a user using an optical sensor and / or an acceleration sensor.

The electronic device 100 can be stored in a text format and / or an image format in the memory 170 built in the electronic device 100 by user-generated contents WC. That is, the control unit 180 of the electronic device 100 recognizes the content WC generated by the user and stores the content WC in a text format, thereby preventing the entire capacity from being increased. The control unit 180 may store the content WC in an image format if the content WC is not easily recognized or the content WC is a picture.

The control unit 180 can perform an operation of synchronizing the electronic device 100 with another device 200 as shown in FIG. 14 (b). When synchronizing with another device 200, the control unit 180 can transmit the contents WC stored in the memory 170. [ Synchronization with another device 200 may proceed when the electronic device 100 is in an idling state.

The control unit 180 can synchronize the content WC stored in the memory 170 with the external server S and transmit the content WC.

The control unit 180 can delete the content WC synchronized with the other device 200 and / or the external server S in the memory 170. [ That is, it means that the synchronized data can be deleted in order to secure the capacity of the memory 170. [

15 is a block diagram for explaining an electronic device related to the present invention.

The electronic device 100 includes a wireless communication unit 110, an input unit 120, a sensing unit 140, an output unit 150, an interface unit 160, a memory 170, a control unit 180, ), And the like. The components shown in Fig. 15 are not essential for implementing an electronic device, so that the electronic device described in this specification can have more or fewer components than those listed above.

More specifically, the wireless communication unit 110 among the above-mentioned components can communicate with the electronic device 100 and the wireless communication system, between the electronic device 100 and another electronic device, or between the electronic device 100 and the external server, And may include one or more modules to enable communication. In addition, the wireless communication unit 110 may include one or more modules that connect the electronic device 100 to one or more networks.

The wireless communication unit 110 may include at least one of a broadcast receiving module 111, a mobile communication module 112, a wireless Internet module 113, a short distance communication module 114, and a location information module 115 .

The input unit 120 includes a camera 121 or an image input unit for inputting a video signal, a microphone 122 for inputting an audio signal, an audio input unit, a user input unit 123 for receiving information from a user A touch key, a mechanical key, and the like). The voice data or image data collected by the input unit 120 may be analyzed and processed by a user's control command.

The sensing unit 140 may include at least one sensor for sensing at least one of the information in the electronic device, the surrounding information surrounding the electronic device, and the user information. For example, the sensing unit 140 may include a proximity sensor 141, an illumination sensor 142, a touch sensor, an acceleration sensor, a magnetic sensor, A G-sensor, a gyroscope sensor, a motion sensor, an RGB sensor, an infrared sensor, a finger scan sensor, an ultrasonic sensor, A microphone 226, a battery gauge, an environmental sensor (for example, a barometer, a hygrometer, a thermometer, a radiation detection sensor, A gyro sensor 143, an acceleration sensor 144, a gyro sensor 144, and a gyro sensor 144 described with reference to Fig. 2), a chemical sensor (e.g., an electronic nose, a healthcare sensor, The angular velocity sensor 145, the fingerprint recognition sensor 146, the ocular detection sensor 147, and the light sensor 148 It may include one. Meanwhile, the electronic device disclosed in this specification can combine and use information sensed by at least two of the sensors.

The output unit 150 includes at least one of a display unit 151, an acoustic output unit 152, a haptic tip module 153, and a light output unit 154 to generate an output related to visual, auditory, can do. The display unit 151 may have a mutual layer structure with the touch sensor or may be integrally formed to realize a touch screen. Such a touch screen may function as a user input 123 that provides an input interface between the electronic device 100 and a user and may provide an output interface between the electronic device 100 and a user.

The interface unit 160 serves as a path for communication with various types of external devices connected to the electronic device 100. The interface unit 160 is connected to a device having a wired / wireless headset port, an external charger port, a wired / wireless data port, a memory card port, And may include at least one of a port, an audio I / O port, a video I / O port, and an earphone port. In the electronic device 100, corresponding to the connection of the external device to the interface unit 160, it is possible to perform appropriate control related to the connected external device.

The memory 170 also stores data that supports various functions of the electronic device 100. The memory 170 may store a plurality of application programs (application programs or applications) driven in the electronic device 100, data for operation of the electronic device 100, and instructions. At least some of these applications may be downloaded from an external server via wireless communication. At least some of these applications may also reside on the electronic device 100 from the time of shipment for the basic functions of the electronic device 100 (e.g., phone call incoming, outgoing, message receiving, originating functions). On the other hand, the application program is stored in the memory 170, installed on the electronic device 100, and can be driven by the control unit 180 to perform the operation (or function) of the electronic device.

The control unit 180 typically controls the overall operation of the electronic device 100, in addition to the operations associated with the application program. The control unit 180 may process or process signals, data, information, and the like input or output through the above-mentioned components, or may drive an application program stored in the memory 170 to provide or process appropriate information or functions to the user.

In addition, the controller 180 may control at least some of the components illustrated in FIG. 15 in order to drive an application program stored in the memory 170. FIG. Further, the controller 180 may operate at least two of the components included in the electronic device 100 in combination with each other for driving the application program.

The power supply unit 190 receives external power and internal power under the control of the controller 180 and supplies power to the components included in the electronic device 100. The power supply unit 190 includes a battery, which may be an internal battery or a replaceable battery.

At least some of the components may operate in cooperation with each other to implement an operation, control, or control method of an electronic device according to various embodiments described below. In addition, the method of operation, control, or control of the electronic device may be implemented on the electronic device by driving at least one application program stored in the memory 170.

Figures 16-18 are flow charts illustrating the operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

As shown in these figures, the control unit 180 of the electronic device 100 according to some embodiments of the present invention can operate in different operation modes based on the intention of the user.

As shown in Fig. 16, the control unit 180 may perform step S10 of acquiring the operation of the user with respect to the housing 101 or the tip 102. Fig.

The control unit 180 can acquire the operation of the user with respect to the housing 101 or the tip 102 through the sensor unit 140. [ For example, when holding the housing 101 and performing a predetermined operation, it means that the user can know what mode he wants to enter.

The sensor unit 140 may be a combination of at least one of a sensor including an optical sensor 148, a gyro sensor 143, an acceleration sensor 144, and an angular acceleration sensor 145.

The control unit 180 may perform step S20 of selecting an operation mode according to the user's operation. The operation mode may include a first mode S30 and a second mode S40.

The first mode may be a mode for storing contents corresponding to the locus 101 or the locus corresponding to the movement of the tip 102 in the memory 170. [ That is, it may be the case where the user who holds the electronic device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention performs an operation for recording. In the first mode, the control unit 180 can acquire a character or the like input by the user using the sensor unit 140. [ The acquired text or the like can be stored in the memory 170 in a text format. The acquired text or the like can be stored in the memory 170 in an image format. If it is stored in the text format, it may be advantageous in terms of storage capacity in comparison with the image format.

The second mode may be a mode that performs a function corresponding to the movement of the housing 101. For example, in the second mode, the control unit 180 can recognize a motion corresponding to the user's operation on the electronic device 100 as an instruction to control the operation of the electronic device 100 . The movement can be controlled by the horizontal and vertical states of the housing 101, the rotation of the housing 101, the rolling of the housing 101, the dropping of the housing 101, the switching, A user's fingerprint originating from the operation of holding the housing 101 and a force applied to the tip 102 by the force And the like. Of course, the display 151 operation may be included.

In the second mode, the user of the electronic device 100 may not operate on the electronic device 100 itself in order to perform various operations using the electronic device 100. For example, it means that a required function can be activated or deactivated without operating a button or the like provided in the electronic device 100. [

17 is a flow chart specifically illustrating a first mode of operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

In the first mode, the control unit 180 can perform the step S31 of obtaining the locus of the housing 101. [ The locus for the housing 101 may more specifically indicate the locus of the tip 102 located at one end of the housing 101. [

The control unit 180 can perform the step S33 of generating the content corresponding to the locus. For example, it means that characters, numbers, pictures, and the like inputted by the user can be recognized as contents by using the electronic device 100. When the user's input is acquired through the optical sensor 148, the control unit 180 can extract characters through a signal processing process. The extracted characters can be converted into text.

The control unit 180 can perform the step S35 of storing the generated content. The content may be stored in the memory 170 of the electronic device 100. If the content is text, the overall storage space can be saved.

The control unit 180 may perform the step of transferring the stored content to another device (S37). The electronic device 100 according to some embodiments of the present invention can perform communication functions such as call transmission / reception, message transmission / reception, and the like. The control unit 180 can transmit the content stored in the memory 170 to another device of the user. For example, to a device with a larger display. Therefore, the user can view the contents more conveniently.

18 is a flow chart specifically illustrating a second mode of operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

In the second mode, the control unit 180 can perform the step S41 of activating the specific function according to the specific operation of the user.

The user can take a specific action with the gripped electronic device 100. The specific operation may be an instruction to activate and / or deactivate a specific function. For example, if the electronic device 100 is gripped and shaken up and down, it can be seen that a specific function of performing a call function is used. Specific operations may include horizontal retention, vertical retention, rotation, wiggling, dropping, gaze processing, switching, fingerprint recognition, and the like.

The control unit 180 may perform the step S43 of performing the activated specific function. For example, as described above, when a specific operation for a call function is input, the controller 180 can perform a function of performing a call with a telephone number or the like that is later retrieved or input .

Fig. 19 is a diagram showing an operation mode of the electronic device of Fig. 16; Fig.

As shown, the operation mode may include a first operation mode and a second operation mode. In the first operation mode, motion tracking can be performed, and in the second operation mode, the function can be executed.

In the first operation mode, the control unit 180 can make the contents of the mechsenic tracking as contents and store them.

In the second mode of operation, the control unit 180 may execute a specific function corresponding to the input of the user. That is, it means that the user's input may not be stored as contents.

The switching from the first mode to the second mode or the switching from the second mode to the first mode can be performed by a preset user's operation. The preset operation may be horizontal holding, vertical holding, rotation, wiggling, dropping, user's gaze processing, user fingerprint detection, switching, and the like.

For example, if the preset operation is horizontal, if the user holds the electronic device 100 horizontally for a predetermined period of time, the controller 180 switches from the first mode to the second mode or from the second mode to the first mode You can switch.

In another case, for example, if the preset operation is vertical, if the user holds the electronic device 100 vertically for a certain period of time, the controller 180 switches from the first mode to the second mode, It is possible to switch to the first mode.

In another example, if the predetermined operation is rotation, the user rotates the electronic device 100 for a predetermined time, the controller 180 switches from the first mode to the second mode or from the second mode to the first mode .

In another example, if the preset operation is wobbling, the user may switch the first mode to the second mode or the second mode to the first mode when the user shakes the electronic device 100 for a certain period of time have.

In another example, if the preset operation is dropping, the user may drop the electronic device 100 and the control unit 180 may switch from the first mode to the second mode or from the second mode to the first mode have.

For example, if the preset operation is a line of sight of the user, if the user keeps a line of sight of the electronic device 100 for a predetermined period of time, the controller 180 switches from the first mode to the second mode, It is possible to switch to the first mode. The destination of the line of sight may be the housing 101, the display 151, or the eye recognition sensor 147.

For example, if the preset operation is switching, if the user operates the switch provided in the electronic device 100, the controller 180 switches from the first mode to the second mode, or from the second mode to the first mode can do.

If the user holds the housing 101 of the electronic device 100 and grasps the vicinity of the tip 102 for handwriting, the control unit 180 controls the second Mode to the first mode. On the contrary, if the user grasps the vicinity of the tip 102 of the electronic device 100 and grasps the housing 101 to release the fingerprint recognition, the user can switch from the first mode to the second mode. A fingerprint recognition sensor 146 may be provided near the tip 102.

For example, if the preset operation is to apply force to the tip 102, the user grasps the housing 101 of the electronic device 100, and when the force is applied to the tip 102, And the control unit 180 can switch from the first mode to the second mode or from the second mode to the first mode.

20 is a diagram illustrating operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 20, the operation of the user and / or the posture and / or gesture for mode conversion from the first operation mode to the second operation mode or from the second operation mode to the first operation mode, And the like. For example, at the time t1, the user can switch from the first operation mode to the second operation mode when the operation for entering the second operation mode is performed beyond the threshold time CP do.

The control unit 180 may not switch the operation mode regardless of the posture switching if the user switches the posture to be equal to or less than the critical time CP from t3 to t4 during the operation in the second operation mode . That is, it means that the operation mode can be prevented from being changed even if a careless operation is input for a while.

21 is a diagram illustrating operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

The user can write on the note WA by using the electronic device 100. [ The content written by the user can be stored in the electronic device 100, and the stored content can be transferred to the other electronic device 200. [ For example, the user can select the electronic device 100 having the ball point. When the user writes the note WA using the selected electronic device 100, the content can be visualized by the ball point. The sensor module 140 (for example, a photosensor or a gyro / acceleration / angular acceleration sensor) of the electronic device 100 senses the movement of the tip 102 or the housing 101 and outputs a signal about the content of the preparation to the controller 180). The control unit 180 can process this signal and store the content in the memory 170. [ The wireless communication unit 110 can transmit stored contents to another electronic device 200, for example, a mobile terminal, and the other electronic device 200 receiving the stored contents can display it in near real time.

Accordingly, the user can record a desired result and visualize such a record.

22 is a diagram illustrating another example of the operation of the electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

The user can write in any writing area WA by using the electronic device 100. [ For example, an arbitrary writing area WA may be a dashboard of the vehicle. The contents written by the user can be stored in the electronic device 100. [ For example, the user may select the electronic device 100 with the tip 102 described with reference to Fig. When the user hand-writes the handwriting area WA using the selected electronic device 100, the optical sensor 148 for measuring the movement or trajectory of the tip 102 and the tip 102 records the written content Can be recorded.

A sensor module 140 (for example, an optical sensor, a gyro sensor, an acceleration sensor, an angular acceleration sensor) of the electronic device 100 senses the movement of the tip 102 or the housing 101, 180). The control unit 180 can process this signal and store the content in the memory 170. [

Accordingly, the user can freely record the desired bar without being limited to the writing area or the writing surface.

23 is a diagram illustrating another example of operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

The user can write in any writing area WA by using the electronic device 100. [ For example, an arbitrary writing area WA may be a table. The contents written by the user can be stored in the electronic device 100. [ For example, the user may select the electronic device 100 with the tip 102 described with reference to Fig. When the user hand-writes the handwriting area WA using the selected electronic device 100, the optical sensor 148 for measuring the movement or trajectory of the tip 102 and the tip 102 records the written content Can be recorded.

A sensor module 140 (for example, an optical sensor, a gyro sensor, an acceleration sensor, an angular acceleration sensor) of the electronic device 100 senses the movement of the tip 102 or the housing 101, 180). The control unit 180 can process this signal and store the content in the memory 170. [

The content written by the user can be stored in the electronic device 100, and the stored content can be transferred to the other electronic device 200. [ The wireless communication unit 110 can transmit stored contents to another electronic device 200, for example, a mobile terminal, and the other electronic device 200 receiving the stored contents can display it in near real time.

Not only can the user record what he wants and can visualize such a recording, the user can freely record the desired content without being limited to the writing area or the writing surface.

24 is a diagram illustrating another example of operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

The user can perform voice communication, text transmission / reception, voice recording, and the like using the electronic device 100. This function can be executed in the second mode described above. The function selection of the user can be made by touching the display 151. [ In addition, the function selection of the user may be performed by the predetermined operation described above. For example, if the preset operation for the voice call is shaken, the user can shake the electronic device 100 to enter the voice call mode. This may mean that transmission and reception of a voice call can be performed through shaking of the electronic device 100. [

25 is a diagram illustrating another example of operation of an electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

The user may stare at the display 151, which may be, for example, a handwriting during use of the electronic device 100. [ The user who has been handwritten may be intent on using the other function besides handwriting to star in the display 151. [ The eyeball recognizing sensor 147 senses the user's gaze, and the controller 180 can convert the electronic device 100 into the control mode. The user may no longer need to take a look at the display 151 when the user touches the display 151 or takes a certain action and the control of the electronic device 100 is completed. When the user's gaze moves away from the display 151, the eye recognition sensor 147 detects this and the control unit 180 can switch the electronic device 100 back to the handwriting mode.

Accordingly, the user has the advantage of being able to manipulate the electronic device only by looking at the electronic device according to his / her intention.

26 is a diagram illustrating another example of electronic device operation in accordance with some embodiments of the present invention.

While the user is writing using the electronic device 100, the user can hold the electronic device 100 close to the horizontal as shown and maintain this state. If this state is maintained for a predetermined time or longer, the control unit 180 can switch the electronic device 100 from the handwriting mode to the control mode. At this time, since the user needs to know what is controlled, the display 151 can be activated. The user can select the control mode phase menu through the operation of the display 151 or a specific motion, and can end the control mode.

Figure 27 illustrates another example of electronic device operation in accordance with some embodiments of the present invention and Figure 28 illustrates another example of electronic device operation in accordance with some embodiments of the present invention, Fig.

The user can perform a specific operation by rotating the electronic device 100, as shown in Fig. It is a common practice for a person to manipulate a writing instrument through a hand gesture with a writing instrument. According to some embodiments of the present invention, the function of the electronic device 100 can be adjusted by the natural behavior of such a person, so that the convenience of use or the feeling of use can be improved.

An electronic device according to some embodiments of the present invention may be used together in synchronism with other electronic devices. For example, as shown in FIG. 28, a user can make a voice call by synchronizing the electronic device 100 with the mobile terminal 200. In particular, when a user wishes to make a video call, the electronic device 100 can place the speaker 107 and the microphone 104 near or near the ear and mouth, thereby improving the quality of the call.

29 and 30 are diagrams illustrating an example of a switch according to some embodiments of the present invention.

Referring to FIG. 29, the switch 310 may be installed on one side of the housing 101. At this time, the switch 310 may be positioned adjacent to the tip 102. When the user wants to create the content through the movement or trajectory of the tip 102, the convenience of user operation can be improved. Meanwhile, the housing 101 may include a switch hole 310h for protruding the operating portion 311. [

30, the switch 310 includes an operation unit 311, a plate 313, a connection unit 315, a switching space 314, a transfer unit 317, an electrode unit 319, and a module unit 312, . ≪ / RTI > The operation unit 311 may protrude outside the housing 101 for the convenience of operation when the user wishes to create a content. The overall operating range of the switch 310 can be limited by the switch hole 310h and the operating portion 311. [ On the other hand, the plate 313 can cover a gap that can be generated when the operating portion 311 moves in the switch hole 310h. The connection portion 315 may extend from the operation portion 311 toward the inside of the housing 101. [ The electrode portion 319 and the module portion 312 can make or release electrical contact by relative movement with respect to each other. It is possible to control the mode switching by the electrical contact between the electrode portion 319 and the module portion 312. The module section 312 may be connected to the PCB. In more detail, the module unit 312 may be connected to the control unit 180. The transfer unit 317 transfers the force transmitted through the operation unit 311 and the connection unit 315 to the electrode unit 319 so that the electrode unit 319 can move relative to the module unit 312 319, respectively. The housing 101 may have a switching space 314 that depends on the range of motion of the transmitter 317.

Accordingly, the user can operate the switch 310 to facilitate the mode switching between the first mode and the second mode.

31 and 32 are diagrams illustrating another example of a switch according to some embodiments of the present invention.

Referring to FIG. 31, the tip 102 provided at one end of the housing 101 may be changeable. To this end, the material of the tip 102 may be flexible. For example, the tip 102 may be formed of rubber, sponge, memory foam, or the like. If the user presses the tip 102 on a surface, e.g., a writing surface, the tip 102 may deform.

Referring to FIG. 32, the tip 102 may be coupled to one end of the housing 101. The tip 102 may include an engaging portion 102e and a contact portion 102s. The engaging portion 102e may have a male thread shape for engaging one end of the housing 101 with the tip 102. [ The housing 101 may have a corresponding female thread shape. The contact portion 102s may be mechanically connected to the distal end 102a of the tip 102. [ This means that movement or deformation of the distal end 102a of the tip 102 can be transmitted to the contact portion 102s. The contact portion 102s can contact the switch 320. [ For example, the switch 320 may be a pressure sensor 149. That is, when the user presses the distal end 102a of the tip 102 against a certain surface, for example, a writing surface, causing the deformation of the tip 102, the switch 320 can be operated.

Accordingly, the user can operate the switch 320 to easily switch the mode between the first mode and the second mode.

33 and 34 are diagrams illustrating another example of a switch according to some embodiments of the present invention.

Referring to Fig. 33, the switch may include a cap 331 and an engagement portion 333. The cap 331 may be positioned at one end of the housing 101. The cap 331 can move from one end of the housing 101 to the inside of the housing 101. The latching portion 333 may include a first projection 333l and a second projection 333u. The housing 101 may have a corresponding first engaging groove 332 and a second engaging groove 334. The first latching groove 332 may be longer than the second latching groove 334. The first latching groove 332 may be formed at a distance from the second latching groove 334 with respect to the cap 331. The first protrusion 333l may protrude from the first retaining groove 332 and the second protrusion 333u may protrude from the second retaining groove 334. [ For example, the switch shown in Fig. 33 may be in the OFF state.

Referring to FIG. 34, when the user depresses the cap 331, the switch can be moved. When the cap 331 moves to the inside of the housing 101, the second protrusion 333u positioned in the second locking groove 334 can be moved to the first locking groove 332. [ The first protrusion 333l is located at the upper end of the first latching groove 332 and can be moved to the lower end. Accordingly, the cap 331 can maintain the state shown in Fig. For example, the switch shown in Fig. 34 may be in the ON state.

Accordingly, the user can switch the mode between the first mode and the second mode by operating the switch.

35 and 36 are diagrams illustrating another example of a switch according to some embodiments of the present invention.

As described above, the pin 105 fixed to the housing 101 can be elastically moved within a certain range. 35, the pin 105 may have a protrusion 105p. The projecting portion 105p can be located at one end of the pin 105 in consideration of the range of movement due to the elasticity of the pin 105. [ For example, the pin 105 may be on the opposite side to the fixed side. The protrusion 105p may protrude toward the housing 101 side.

Referring to FIG. 36, the switch 340 may be positioned inside the housing 101 toward the protrusion 105p. For example, the switch 340 may be a pressure sensor 149. An opening 101j may be formed in the housing 101 for exposure of the switch 340. [ When the user presses the pin 105 on the protrusion 105p side, the protrusion 105p can be brought into contact with the switch 340, so that the switch 340 can be operated. That is, when the user presses any part of the pin 105, mode switching between the first mode and the second mode may occur.

Accordingly, the user can operate the switch 340 to facilitate the mode switching between the first mode and the second mode.

37 and 38 are diagrams illustrating another example of a switch according to some embodiments of the present invention.

Referring to FIG. 38, the pin 105 may include a pin rotation part 105b. The pin rotation part 105b can fix the pin 105 to be rotatable in the housing 101. [ For this purpose, the pin rotation part 105b may be a ring which is generally circular. 37, the switch 350 may include a rotation unit 351 and a contact unit 353. The rotating portion 351 may be formed in a ring shape as a whole and rotated together with the pin rotating portion 105b. The contact portion 353 may be formed to protrude from one side of the rotation portion 351. The rotating portion 351 and the contact portion 353 may be made of an electrically conductive material. More specifically, when the rotating portion 351 is ring-shaped, the contact portion 353 can protrude from the inner surface of the ring. A plurality of contact portions 353 may be formed. Referring to FIG. 38, the housing 101 may have a terminal 352 or an electrode. A plurality of terminals 352 may be provided and may be an electrically conductive material.

38, the pin 105 is rotatable in the housing 101, and the switch 350 is also rotatable. The terminals 352 may be a pair, and the pair of terminals 352 may be plural. For example, the plurality of pairs of terminals 352 may be divided into a first mode, a second mode, and a third mode. Accordingly, when the user rotates the pin 105 clockwise in the housing 101, the contact portion 353 can be located in the pair of terminals 352 of the first mode. When the user further rotates the pin 105 clockwise from the housing 101, the contact portion 353 may be located at the pair of terminals 352 of the second mode. When the user further rotates the pin 105 clockwise in the housing 101, the contact portion 353 may be located at the pair of terminals 352 of the third mode. For example, the first mode may be a writing mode, the second mode may be a control mode, and the third mode may be a holding mode.

Accordingly, the user can operate the switch 350 to facilitate mode switching.

39 is a diagram illustrating another example of a switch according to some embodiments of the present invention.

The housing 101 may have a plurality of grooves. The plurality of grooves may be formed around the housing 101. At this time, the plurality of grooves may be disposed at regular intervals. A plurality of switches 361, 363, and 365 may be provided in the housing 101. Each of the plurality of switches 361, 363, and 365 may be located in the plurality of grooves. For example, three switches 361, 363, and 365 may be provided. One switch 361 may set the first mode, the other switch 363 may set the second mode, and the other switch 365 may set the third mode. The user can operate the three switches 361, 363, and 365 to perform mode conversion. For example, the first mode may be a writing mode, the second mode may be a control mode, and the third mode may be a standby mode.

Certain embodiments of the invention described above or other embodiments are not mutually exclusive or distinct from each other. Any or all of the embodiments of the invention described above may be combined or combined with each other in configuration or function.

The present invention described above can be embodied as computer-readable codes on a medium on which a program is recorded. The computer readable medium includes all kinds of recording devices in which data that can be read by a computer system is stored. Examples of the computer readable medium include a hard disk drive (HDD), a solid state disk (SSD), a silicon disk drive (SDD), a ROM, a RAM, a CD-ROM, a magnetic tape, a floppy disk, , And may also be implemented in the form of a carrier wave (e.g., transmission over the Internet). The computer may also include a controller 180 of the electronic device. Accordingly, the above description should not be construed in a limiting sense in all respects and should be considered illustrative. The scope of the present invention should be determined by rational interpretation of the appended claims, and all changes within the scope of equivalents of the present invention are included in the scope of the present invention.

100: electronic device 110: wireless communication unit
120: Input unit
140: sensing unit 150: output unit
160: interface unit 170: memory
180: control unit 190: power supply unit

Claims (16)

An elongated housing;
A tip coupled to one end of the housing;
A motion sensor positioned on at least one side of the housing;
A first mode for recording a content corresponding to a motion of the tip or the housing in a memory in accordance with an operation of the user acquired through the motion sensor,
A control unit including a second mode for performing a specific function based on a user operation; And,
And a switch which is provided at one side of the housing and performs mode switching between the first mode and the second mode based on an operation of a user.
The method according to claim 1,
The second mode includes:
And performs a specific function corresponding to the movement of the tip or the housing based on an operation of the user acquired through the motion sensor.
The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the switch comprises:
The electronic device being located adjacent to the tip and projecting outwardly from within the housing.
The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the switch comprises:
A housing provided inside the housing,
And applies pressure to the switch when the tip is deformed by an external force applied to the tip.
5. The method of claim 4,
Wherein the switch comprises:
And a pressure sensor provided inside the housing,
Wherein one side of the tip faces the exterior of the housing and the other side of the tip contacts the pressure sensor.
The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the switch comprises:
An electronic device disposed at an end of the housing opposite to the tip and protruding outside the housing,
The method according to claim 6,
The housing includes:
A latching groove having at least one opening is formed,
Wherein the switch comprises:
A cap protruding outside the housing and inserted into the housing by an external force,
And an engaging portion connected to the cap and projecting to the outside of the housing through an opening of the engaging groove.
8. The method of claim 7,
The engaging groove
A first engaging groove and a second engaging groove are formed in the housing,
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A first latching portion and a second latching portion,
The first engaging portion is located in the first engaging groove and the second engaging portion is located in the second engaging groove when the cap is outside,
Wherein the first and second latching portions are all located in either the first latching groove or the second latching groove when the cap is inserted into the inside.
The method according to claim 1,
Further comprising: a pin fixed to one side of the housing and having elasticity,
Wherein the pin has a projection projecting toward the housing,
Wherein the switch includes a pressure sensor provided inside the housing and provided at a position corresponding to the protrusion,
Wherein when the user presses the pin, a force is applied to the pressure sensor.
The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the switch comprises:
And is fitted into the outer surface of the housing and rotates,
And an electrode exposed to the outside of the housing.
11. The method of claim 10,
Wherein the switch comprises:
A rotating portion which is fitted into the housing and rotates;
A contact portion projecting from the rotating portion,
And a terminal exposed to the outside of the housing and selectively in contact with the contact portion in accordance with the rotation of the rotation portion.
12. The method of claim 11,
Wherein the contact portion and the terminal are in contact with each other in a pair.
The method according to claim 1,
The housing includes:
A plurality of grooves extending long on the outer surface of the housing,
Wherein the switch comprises:
And the plurality of grooves are inserted into the plurality of grooves and move along the shape of the plurality of grooves.
The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the motion sensor comprises a photosensor for measuring the movement or trajectory of the tip through a laser,
Wherein the control unit controls the electronic device to store the content corresponding to the motion or trajectory of the tip in the memory
The method according to claim 1,
And a display provided on an outer surface of the housing,
Wherein the control unit activates the display when the mode is switched to the second mode.
The method according to claim 1,
And a wireless communication unit for transmitting / receiving contents stored in the memory to at least one other device.

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