KR20210096514A - Head-mounted electronic device - Google Patents

Abstract

A head-mounted electronic device is disclosed. The head-mounted electronic device includes a frame structure formed to face the face of a user; a support part disposed on the frame structure such that at least a portion thereof is in contact with the face and formed to be flexible; a wearing part extended from the frame structure and formed to surround at least a portion of the head of the user; and a nose support structure corresponding to the nose of the user. The nose support structure includes a cover surrounding at least a portion of the nose, a wheel member disposed on the frame structure, and a connection member connecting the cover and the wheel member. The connection member can connect the cover and the wheel member such that a distance between the cover and the wheel member is changed.

Description

Head-mounted electronic device

Embodiments disclosed in this document relate to a head mounted electronic device.

Recently, a wearable electronic device that can be directly worn on the body has been actively disseminated. Since the wearable electronic device may be mounted on a part of the body, for example, a wrist, an ankle, a neck, a waist, or a head, mobility and portability may be improved. As an example of a wearable electronic device, a head-mounted display apparatus (hereinafter, referred to as an electronic device) that is mounted on a user's head and displays an image includes a wearable part (eg, a band) so as to be mounted on the head. )) can be provided.

The head mounted electronic device may provide visual information to an internal space surrounding the user's eyes. The user may experience the virtual environment through the displayed visual information. As the head mounted electronic device is in close contact with the user's face, external light entering the internal space may be blocked, which may provide a sense of immersion to the user.

Since each user has a different facial contour, the amount of light entering the interior space may vary depending on the user. For example, in the case of a Westerner, since the nose is relatively large, when the electronic device is worn, the nose may feel pressure. For example, in the case of Asians, since their noses are relatively small, external light can enter the interior space.

A head mounted electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes a frame structure formed to face a user's face; a support part disposed on the frame structure such that at least a part thereof is in contact with the face, and formed to be flexible; a wearing part extending from the frame structure and formed to surround at least a portion of a user's head; and a nose support structure corresponding to the user's nose, wherein the nose support structure includes a cover surrounding at least a portion of the nose, a wheel member disposed on the frame structure, and a connecting member connecting the cover and the wheel member ; and, the connecting member may connect the cover and the wheel member such that a distance between the cover and the wheel member is changed.

The head mounted electronic device according to the embodiments disclosed in this document may provide a comfortable fit to the user by adjusting the position of the portion covering the nose according to the user's facial contour. In addition, since the head mounted electronic device is closely attached to the user's face, light entering the internal space may be reduced. Through this, the head mounted electronic device can provide a high level of immersion to the user.

In addition, various effects directly or indirectly identified through this document may be provided.

1 is a diagram illustrating a head mounted electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
2 is a diagram illustrating a head mounted electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
3 is a diagram illustrating a head mounted electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
4 is an exploded perspective view of a nose support structure of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
5 is a diagram illustrating a nose support structure of a head mounted electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
6 is a diagram illustrating a nose support structure of a head mounted electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
7 is a diagram illustrating a head mounted electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
8 is a rear view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
9 is a plan view of a nose support structure of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
10 is a view illustrating a guide member and a guide rail of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
In connection with the description of the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals may be used for the same or similar components.

Hereinafter, various embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, this is not intended to limit the present invention to specific embodiments, and it should be understood that various modifications, equivalents, and/or alternatives of the embodiments of the present invention are included.

1 is a diagram illustrating a head mounted electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment. 2 is a diagram illustrating a head mounted electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 1 , a head mounted electronic device 100 (hereinafter, an electronic device) may include a body 110 (or a main frame structure), a connection part 130 , and a wearing part 150 . there is. In various embodiments, another electronic device (eg, a smart phone) (not shown) may be coupled to the head mounted electronic device. Alternatively, the head mounted electronic device may further include a display (not shown) accommodated in the body 110 .

In an embodiment, the body 110 may be worn on at least a part (eg, face) of the user's face. For example, the body 110 may be supported on the user's face by various components.

In an embodiment, the body 110 may be made of a material that is light enough for a user to feel comfortable wearing it. In some embodiments, when an external electronic device (eg, a smartphone) is coupled to the body 110 , the body 110 may be made of a material capable of supporting the external electronic device, for example, a plastic material. In addition, a material for protecting the electronic device 100 may be further included in the body 110 .

In another embodiment, the material for protecting the electronic device 100 may include various materials, for example, glass, plastic (eg, ABS or polycarbonate), ceramic, metal (eg, aluminum), or metal for strength or aesthetics. at least one of an alloy (eg, a steel, stainless steel, titanium, or magnesium alloy).

In various embodiments, the body 110 may include a space or structure in which another electronic device (eg, a smart phone) can be coupled. For example, the body 110 may include a housing structure in which another electronic device (eg, a smart phone) or a display module (not shown) is disposed therein.

In various embodiments, the body 110 may further include an input unit (not shown) and a display position adjusting unit (not shown).

In an embodiment, the input unit may include a control device or a user input module capable of controlling the electronic device 100 or an external electronic device. In an embodiment, the input unit may be disposed on one surface (eg, side) of the body 110 and may include at least one of a touch pad, a physical key, a physical button, a touch key, a joystick, or a wheel key. can In various embodiments, the input unit may provide a graphic user interface (GUI) capable of controlling a function of the electronic device 100 or a function of an external electronic device. For example, a GUI for sound setting may adjust an audio volume output from the electronic device 100 or an external electronic device, and a GUI for image reproduction may be displayed on the display of the electronic device 100 or the display of the external electronic device. You can control the video. Also, the input unit may receive a user's touch input or a hovering input.

In an embodiment, the display position adjusting unit may be configured to adjust a relative position of a user with a display included in another electronic device or a display module (not shown) included in an electronic device. For example, the display position adjusting unit may be configured in the form of a wheel or a dial. When the user turns a wheel or a dial implemented as the display position adjusting unit, the display may be moved in a direction closer to the user or moved away from the user. Accordingly, the user can enjoy the displayed image suitable for his or her eyesight.

In various embodiments, the display position adjusting unit may move the lens assembly 113 to focus the displayed screen on the user's focus.

In an embodiment, the body 110 may further include a connector to communicate with a fastened external electronic device (eg, a smart phone). In an embodiment, the connector may include an electrical connection part of an external electronic device, for example, a USB connector that can be connected to a USB port, and transmits a signal of the GUI provided by the input unit through the electrical connection part of the USB connector to an external device. may be transmitted to an electronic device. Also, the connector may transmit a touch input or a hovering input received through the input unit to the external electronic device. In this case, the external electronic device may control a function corresponding to the touch input or the hovering input in response to the touch input or the hovering input received from the electronic device 100 . For example, the external electronic device may adjust a volume or control image reproduction in response to a received touch input or a hovering input. In various embodiments, at least a part of the operation performed through the connector may be performed through wireless communication. In this case, the connector may be omitted.

According to various embodiments, the electronic device 100 may include a display and receive an image signal from an external electronic device through the connector. The received image signal may be output through the display. In various embodiments,

In an embodiment, the body 110 may include a window 111 on the front side, and the window 111 may serve to enhance aesthetics through various types of materials and colors. The window 111 may be made of a general plastic material such as a PC or acrylic, a ceramic material such as glass, sapphire, or transparent ceramic, or a metal material such as aluminum or SUS. In the case of a transparent material among the above-mentioned materials, a colored color may be included, and transparency may be adjusted.

In an embodiment, the body 110 may include a first support portion 170 extending from a rear portion of the body 110 . The first support unit 170 may extend from a portion of the rear edge of the body 110 .

In an embodiment, the first support unit 170 may be in contact with the user's face. For example, the first support 170 may be in contact from the lower end of the forehead to the temple. In one embodiment, the first support unit 170 may include a material that acts as a buffer between the body 110 and the head. For example, the first support unit 170 may include a form of foam extending from the lower end of the forehead to the temple. The first support portion 170 may be in contact with the lower portion of the forehead and the temple to partially cover, so that the body 110 is supported by the lower portion of the forehead and the temple.

In an embodiment, the body 110 may include a light blocking portion 117 formed to extend from a portion of the rear surface of the body 110 . The light blocking part 117 may be formed in a portion of the rear edge of the body 110 , excluding the extended portion of the first support part 170 . As an example, the light blocking unit 117 may be formed under the lower left edge of the rear surface of the body 110 and the lower right edge of the rear surface of the body 110 .

In an embodiment, a portion of the first support unit 170 may extend from a portion of the light blocking unit 117 . For example, the lowermost end of the second portion and the lowermost end of the third portion of the first support unit 170 may extend from the upper end of the light blocking unit 117 . In various embodiments, the first support unit 170 may support the user's face together with the nose support structure 200 . For example, the nose support structure 200 may support the peripheral region of the nose, and the first support unit 170 may be connected to the nose support structure to support the peripheral region of the nose and the cheekbones.

In an embodiment, at least one of the first support unit 170 and the light blocking unit 117 may be detachably attached to the body 110 . At least one of the first support unit 170 and the light blocking unit 117 may be detachably coupled to the body 110 through an adhesive member. For example, the adhesive member may be velcro, tape, or adhesive. Through this, users can selectively combine the first support unit 170 and the light blocking unit 117 that fit their facial contours.

In an embodiment, the connecting part 130 may connect the body 110 and the wearing part 150 . In an embodiment, the connection part 130 may be disposed on one surface (eg, a side surface) of the body 110 . In the illustrated drawings, the two connecting portions 130 are respectively disposed on the left side and the right side of the body 110 .

In an embodiment, the wearing unit 150 is coupled to a part of the body 110 through the connection unit 130 so that the user can wear the electronic device 100 so that the body 110 is supported on the user's face. can In one embodiment, the wearing unit 150 may be tightened to the head in a form that surrounds a portion of the user's head. For example, the wearing part 150 may be provided in the form of a belt and fastened to the head so as to cross the temporal part from the user's forehead to the back of the head.

In an embodiment, the wearable part 150 may include a second support part 157 in contact with the upper end of the forehead. The second support part 157 may be formed on the front part 155 of the wearable part 150 when the electronic device 100 is viewed from the front, and when the wearable part 150 is viewed from above, the wearing part ( 150) may be formed on a portion of the inner peripheral surface of the front portion 155. As illustrated, the second support part 157 may be concavely bent in the center direction of the wearing part 150 along the inner circumferential surface of the wearing part 150 provided in a band shape. In the electronic device 100 , the first support part 170 extending from one surface of the body 110 is supported on the lower end of the forehead, and the second support part 157 formed on a part of the inner circumferential surface of the front part 155 of the wearing part 150 . It may be provided with a double support structure supported on the upper end of the forehead or the head.

In an embodiment, the wearable part 150 may include a third support part 153 in contact with the user's occipital region. The third support part 153 may be formed on the rear part 151 of the wearable part 150 when the electronic device 100 is viewed from the front, and when the wearable part 150 is viewed from above, the wearable part ( 150) may be formed on a portion of the inner peripheral surface of the rear portion 151. In the illustrated embodiment, a total of two third support parts 153 are formed, one each on the left rear part and the right rear part of the wearing part 150 , but the present invention is not limited thereto. According to various embodiments, one third support part 153 may be formed so as to extend from the left rear part to the right rear part. In an embodiment, at least one of the second support part 157 and the third support part 153 may include at least one cushion material such as a sponge to provide a comfortable fit in consideration of long-term wear.

In an embodiment, the rear part 151 of the wearing part 150 may be made of a hard material having an elastic force of a specified size or less. As shown in FIG. 2 , the rear part 151 of the wearing part 150 may be separated into a left rear part 151 and a right rear part 151 , and a left rear part 151 and a right rear part ( An elastic member 158 providing an elastic force greater than or equal to a specified size may be disposed between the 151 , to connect the left rear portion 151 and the right rear portion 151 . The elastic member 158 connecting between the left rear part 151 and the right rear part 151 may increase in length due to the elastic force, and thus the overall length of the wearing part 150 may be adjusted to the size of the user's head. can increase

In an embodiment, the wearing unit 150 may include a length adjusting unit 159 capable of adjusting the length of the wearing unit 150 to fit around the user's head. For example, the length of the wearing unit 150 may be adjusted through the length adjusting unit 159 so that the body 110 is in close contact with the user's face around the eyes. In an embodiment, the length adjustment unit 159 may include a gear, Velcro, or a magnet.

3 is a diagram illustrating a head mounted electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 3 , in the electronic device 100 , the lens assembly 113 disposed inside the body 110 may be disposed. The lens assembly 113 may include at least one lens. The lens assembly 113 may include one or more lenses. For example, the lens assembly 113 may each include two lenses. The two lenses may be disposed inside the body 110 to face the user's eyes, respectively.

In an embodiment, the electronic device 100 may include a nose support structure 200 . The nose support structure 200 may form a space 213 in which the user's nose is accommodated. In order to facilitate wearing by a user, the space 213 may be formed to be opened toward a lower surface and a rear surface of the electronic device 100 .

In one embodiment, the nose support structure 200 may be configured to contact the user's face together with the first support unit 170 . For example, the user's nose may be accommodated in the nose support structure 200 , and a peripheral region (eg, cheekbones) of the nose may be in contact with a portion of the first support unit 170 adjacent to the nose support structure 200 .

In one embodiment, the nose support structure 200 forms a continuous surface with the first support portion 170 , or protrudes in the front direction compared to the first support portion 170 , or the rear surface compared to the first support portion 170 . can protrude in the direction. Here, the front direction may refer to a direction from the nose support structure 200 toward the window 111 , and the rear direction may refer to a direction from the nose support structure toward the rear part 151 of the wearing unit 150 .

When viewed based on the face of a general user, the nose may be curvedly connected from the cheekbones located on both sides of the nose. For example, the nose may protrude relative to the cheekbones. For example, the area around the nose may be defined between the nose and the cheekbones, and the area around the nose may be depressed relative to the nose and cheekbones. For example, the nose and cheekbones may have different heights protruding from the area around the nose, respectively. The shape may vary depending on the user.

The nose support structure 200 disclosed in this document slides in the front direction and the rear direction, so that the relative position with the first support unit 170 can be adjusted. Accordingly, it can be suitably worn to various face shapes of users.

In one embodiment, the nose support structure 200 surrounds at least a portion of the user's face together with the first support unit 170 to form a substantially closed space (eg, the internal space 123 of FIG. 4 ). can do. The user's eyes and lenses may be positioned inside the closed space (eg, the inner space 123 of FIG. 4 ). For example, since the nose support structure 200 and the first support part 170 are in close contact with the face, it is possible to substantially prevent external light from entering the closed space. Accordingly, the user can be more immersed in the visual information displayed through the lens.

4 is an exploded perspective view of a nose support structure of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.

In the illustrated embodiment, the body 110 may include a frame structure 120 in which the front direction and the rear direction are opened. Referring to FIG. 4 , in the front direction, for example, a window (eg, the window 111 of FIG. 1 ), other electronic devices (eg, a smart phone, a display device), and a lens assembly (eg, the lens assembly of FIG. 3 ) , and/or at least one of a display may be disposed. In the rear direction, for example, the user's face may be located.

In an embodiment, the frame structure 120 may be formed to have both sides open. For example, the frame structure 120 may include a first edge portion 121 on one side (eg, a rear direction) and a second edge portion 122 on the other side (eg, a front direction). The frame structure 120 may be formed to surround at least a portion of the inner space 123 .

In one embodiment, the nose support structure 200 includes a cover 210 , a guide member 244 extending from the cover 210 , a guide rail 245 formed in the frame structure 120 , a wheel member 230 , A support shaft 242 and a support groove 243 formed on the inner surface 124 of the frame structure 120 for supporting the wheel member 230 , and a screw shaft connecting the cover 210 and the wheel member 230 . (220).

In one embodiment, the cover 210 may be formed to cover at least a portion of the user's nose. For example, the cover 210 may be formed of a curved surface corresponding to the shape of the nose. At least a portion of the cover 210 may be disposed in the inner space 123 surrounded by the frame structure 120 . At least a portion of the cover 210 may be exposed to the outside of the frame structure 120 . In an embodiment, the cover 210 may have a guide member 244 extending in the front direction and a screw shaft 220 positioned between the guide member 244 may be formed. In various embodiments, the guide member 244 may be integrally formed with the cover 210 .

In one embodiment, the wheel member 230 may be disposed on the frame structure 120 . For example, the wheel member 230 may be disposed to face the cover 210 . The wheel member 230 may be positioned in a front direction relative to the cover 210 . In an embodiment, the wheel member 230 may be rotatably coupled to the frame structure 120 . At least a portion of the wheel member 230 may be accommodated in the opening region 249 penetrating the inner surface 124 of the frame structure 120 .

In an embodiment, the wheel member 230 may be rotatably coupled to the cover 210 . For example, a first opening 233 into which at least a portion of the screw shaft 220 is inserted and a second opening 234 into which at least a portion of the support shaft 242 is inserted may be formed in the wheel member 230 . . In various embodiments, a corresponding thread (eg, a corresponding thread 235 in FIG. 5 ) corresponding to the thread 221 of the screw shaft 220 may be formed on the inner surface 124 of the first opening 233 . . Accordingly, the wheel member 230 may rotate relative to the screw shaft 220 .

In an embodiment, the wheel member 230 may be rotatably coupled to the frame structure 120 . For example, the wheel member 230 may be rotatably coupled to the support shaft 242 formed in the frame structure 120 . Accordingly, the wheel member 230 may rotate relative to the support shaft 242 , the screw shaft 220 , and the cover 210 .

In an embodiment, the wheel member 230 may include a first portion 231 coupled to the screw shaft 220 , and a second portion 232 coupled to the support shaft 242 . For example, a first opening 233 may be formed in the first portion 231 , and a corresponding thread (eg, a corresponding thread 235 in FIG. 5 ) may be formed on an inner surface of the first opening 233 . . For example, the first portion 231 and the second portion 232 may be formed such that the first opening 233 and the second opening 234 are at least partially aligned. For example, the screw shaft 220 and the support shaft 242 may be at least partially aligned. For example, the screw shaft 220 and the support shaft 242 may be at least partially aligned with a central axis of the wheel member 230 . In various embodiments, the first portion 231 may face the cover 210 , and the second portion 232 may face the sidewall 241 of the frame structure 120 . In various embodiments, the first portion 231 of the wheel member 230 may be rotatably disposed in the support groove 243 formed in the frame structure 120 .

In various embodiments, the second portion 232 may be formed to be larger than the first portion 231 . For example, the second portion 232 may be formed to have a relatively larger radius from the central axis of the wheel member 230 compared to the first portion 231 .

In an embodiment, the screw shaft 220 may extend from the cover 210 . For example, the screw shaft 220 may extend from the cover 210 in the front direction. The screw shaft 220 may include a thread 221 formed on at least a portion of the outer surface. The thread 221 may be fastened to a corresponding thread (eg, the corresponding thread 235 of FIG. 5 ) formed on the inner surface of the first opening 233 .

In an embodiment, the screw shaft 220 may be disposed between the first guide member 244-1 and the second guide member 244-2. The screw shaft 220 may be at least partially aligned with a central axis of the wheel member 230 and a support shaft 242 formed in the frame structure 120 . Accordingly, the wheel member 230 rotates in place and the screw shaft 220 may move in an axial direction (eg, a front direction or a rear direction) of the screw shaft 220 according to the rotation of the wheel member 230 .

In an embodiment, the guide member 244 may be formed on the cover 210 . For example, the guide member 244 may extend from the cover 210 in the front direction. In various embodiments, at least a portion of the guide member 244 may be surrounded by a guide rail 245 formed in the frame structure 120 . For example, the guide rail 245 may include an opening having a cross-sectional area corresponding to that of the guide member 244 .

In one embodiment, the guide member 244 may include a first guide member 244-1 positioned on one side of the screw shaft 220 and a second guide member 244-2 positioned on the other side. there is. The first guide member 244 - 1 and the second guide member 244 - 2 may be disposed to be substantially symmetrical with respect to the screw axis 220 . In various embodiments, the guide member 244 may guide the cover 210 together with the guide rail 245 to move the cover 210 in the front direction or the rear direction.

In an embodiment, the guide rail 245 may be formed on the inner surface of the frame structure 120 . The guide rail 245 may be coupled to the guide member 244 so that the guide member 244 is slidable. For example, the guide rail 245 may be formed to surround at least a portion of the guide member 244 . For example, the guide rail 245 may include an opening corresponding to the cross-sectional area of the guide member 244 . In various embodiments, the guide rail 245 includes a first guide rail 245-1 surrounding at least a portion of the first guide member 244-1, and at least a portion of the second guide member 244-2. It may include a surrounding second guide rail 245 - 2 . A support shaft 242 and a support groove 243 may be formed between the first guide rail 245 - 1 and the second guide rail 245 - 2 .

However, the configurations are not limited to those shown in the drawings.

Referring to FIG. 5 , the screw shaft 220 is illustrated as extending from the cover 210 , but is not limited thereto. For example, the screw shaft 220 may extend from the wheel member 230 . In this case, an opening into which the screw shaft 220 is inserted may be formed in the cover 210 . A thread corresponding to the thread 221 of the screw shaft may be formed on the inner surface of the opening. In the above embodiment, when the wheel member 230 rotates, the screw shaft 220 rotates together with the wheel member 230 , and the cover 210 may move in the axial direction by the rotation of the screw shaft 220 . there is.

Referring to FIG. 5 , it is illustrated that the guide member 244 extends from the cover 210 and the guide rail 245 is formed in the frame structure 120 , but is not limited thereto. For example, the guide member 244 may be formed in the frame structure 120 , and the guide rail 245 may extend from the cover 210 .

5 is a diagram illustrating a nose support structure of a head mounted electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment. 6 is a diagram illustrating a nose support structure of a head mounted electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.

5 is a view showing a state in which the cover 210 of the nose support structure 200 is moved in the front direction. 6 is a view showing a state in which the cover 210 of the nose support structure 200 is moved in the rear direction.

5 and 6 , the cover 210 may move in a front direction and a rear direction. For example, the cover 210 may move closer to or away from the wheel member 230 .

Referring to FIG. 5 , the cover 210 may include a third edge portion 211 substantially continuous with the first edge portion 121 of the frame structure 120 . The third edge portion 211 of the cover 210 may be formed in a shape corresponding to a path extending from the user's nose to the cheekbone together with the first edge portion 121 of the frame structure 120 .

Referring to FIG. 6 , the third edge portion 211 of the cover 210 may be connected to the first edge portion 121 of the frame structure 120 at a stepped level. For example, the user may move the cover 210 in the front direction or the rear direction according to the sensation felt in the area around the user's nose. For example, when the cover 210 is positioned in the rear direction, the third edge portion 211 may be connected to the first edge portion 121 with a step difference.

In an embodiment, the wheel member 230 may rotate in a first rotational direction (eg, clockwise) or in a second rotational direction (eg, counterclockwise) about the screw shaft 220 . At least a portion of the wheel member 230 may be disposed inside the opening region (eg, the opening region 249 of FIG. 4 ). At least a portion of the wheel member 230 may be exposed to the outside of the frame structure 120 (eg, a lower side based on the drawing).

In one embodiment, the wheel member 230 may be disposed between the sidewall 241 and the cover 210 and configured to rotate in place. For example, rotation of the wheel member 230 may be supported by the screw shaft 220 and the support shaft 242 . The screw shaft 220 may be inserted into the first opening 233 of the first portion 231 , and the support shaft may be inserted into the second opening 234 of the second portion 232 . Thereby, the wheel member 230 does not move in the axial direction and can be rotated in place.

In an embodiment, when the wheel member 230 rotates, the cover 210 and the screw shaft 220 may move together in a front direction or a rear direction. For example, when the wheel member 230 rotates in the first rotation direction, the cover 210 may move in the front direction together with the screw shaft 220 . For example, when the wheel member 230 rotates in the second rotation direction, the cover 210 may move in the rear direction together with the screw shaft 220 . That is, rotational driving of the wheel member 230 may be converted into linear driving of the screw shaft 220 . For example, when the wheel member 230 rotates once, the screw shaft 220 and the cover 210 may move in the front direction or the rear direction by a pitch (eg, the distance between the threads 221 ).

In various embodiments, the pitch of the threads 221 (eg, the spacing between adjacent threads) may be formed at a predetermined interval. For example, the predetermined interval may be formed at a sufficiently small interval to enable fine adjustment of the position of the cover 210 . In various embodiments, the wheel member 230 and the screw shaft 220 may be referred to as a lead screw structure.

In the illustrated embodiment, the screw shaft 220 may not expose the screw thread 221 formed on the outer surface in a state in which the cover 210 is moved to the maximum in the front direction (eg, FIG. 5 ). A portion of the screw thread 221 formed on the outer surface of the screw shaft 220 may be exposed in a state in which the cover 210 is moved to the maximum in the rear direction (eg, FIG. 6 ).

In various embodiments, the first opening 233 and the second opening 234 formed in the wheel member 230 may form one connected opening. Alternatively, a recess formed to a predetermined depth may be formed from the surface of the wheel member 230 . For example, an inner wall 239 may be formed between the first opening 233 and the second opening 234 . In various embodiments, the inner wall 239 may function as a stopper limiting the movement of the screw shaft 220 in the front direction.

In an embodiment, the sidewall 241 may extend from the inner surface of the frame structure 120 in a direction substantially perpendicular to the moving direction of the cover 210 . A support shaft 242 protruding toward the wheel member 230 may be formed on the sidewall 241 . The support shaft 242 may be inserted into the first opening 233 formed in the first portion 231 of the wheel member 230 .

5 and 6 , the guide member 244 may slide in the front direction and the rear direction while being accommodated in the guide rail 245 . For example, the guide member 244 may move in the front direction until the peripheral area of the screw shaft 220 contacts the first opening 233 of the wheel member 230 . As the guide member 244 moves in the front direction, a portion accommodated in the guide rail 245 may increase, and as the guide member 244 moves in the rear direction, a portion positioned outside the guide rail 245 may increase.

7 is a diagram illustrating a head mounted electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.

In the electronic device 100 , a support member 171 may be disposed on the first edge portion 121 of the frame structure 120 and the third edge portion 211 of the cover 210 . The support member 171 may contact the user's face. The support member 171 may be detachably coupled to the first edge portion 121 of the frame structure 120 and the third edge portion 211 of the cover to correspond to various facial contours. For example, a coupling protrusion 214 to which the support member 171 is coupled may be formed on the cover 210 . The coupling protrusion 214 may be inserted into the coupling groove 174 extending from the support member. The support member 171 may be coupled to the cover 210 by inserting the coupling protrusion 214 into the coupling groove 174 . Accordingly, the user may selectively couple the support member 171 suitable for his/her facial contour. However, the coupling between the cover 210 and the support member 171 is not limited to the illustrated bar, and the cover 210 and the support member 171 may be coupled by, for example, Velcro tape. In one embodiment, the coupling protrusion 214 and the coupling groove 174 may be formed at a position aligned with the axial direction of the screw shaft 220 .

In an embodiment, a slit 173 may be formed in the support member 171 . The slit 173 may be, for example, formed to be at least partially aligned with the axial direction of the screw shaft 220 . When viewed from the slit 173 , the support member 171 may be defined as a first portion 171-1 and a second portion 171-2. In an embodiment, the support member 171 may be opened or closed around the slit 173 when the cover 210 moves in the front direction or the rear direction. For example, when the cover 210 moves in the rear direction, the gap between the first part 171-1 and the second part 171-2 (eg, the gap G of the slit) increases, thereby supporting The first part 171-1 and the second part 171-2 of the member 171 may be apart.

In one embodiment, the support member 171 may include a flexible foam. In various embodiments, the flexible foam may be formed of a material whose shape is deformable according to external pressure. The flexible foam can act as a cushion in response to the facial contours of various users. For example, even when a suitable position of the cover 210 is determined through sliding of the cover 210 , a non-uniform gap may be generated between the face and the frame structure 120 according to the user's facial contour. To this end, the electronic device 100 includes a foam-type support member 171 between the face and the frame structure 120 to fill the non-uniform gap, and thus flows into the inner space 123 of the frame structure 120 . light can be reduced.

8 is a rear view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment. Fig. 8(a) shows the cover moving in the rear direction, and Fig. 8(b) shows the cover moving in the front direction.

Referring to FIG. 8 , the cover 210 may be configured to move while being in contact with the inner surface 124 of the frame structure 120 . The frame structure 120 may include an extension region 126 formed to overlap the cover 210 . At least a portion of the cover 210 may be disposed in the extension region 126 . For example, the cover 210 may be formed such that at least a portion of the extension region 126 overlaps the cover 210 when viewed from the rear surface of the electronic device 100 .

In one embodiment, the cover 210 may include a contact surface 215 in contact with the extended region 126 . The contact surface 215 may be formed in a plane substantially parallel to the extension region 126 , or may be formed in a curved surface substantially corresponding to the extension region 126 . For example, the extension region 126 of the frame structure 120 and the contact surface 215 of the cover 210 may be in close contact. This may block the inflow of light that may occur when a gap is formed between the extended region 126 and the contact surface 215 of the cover 210 .

For example, referring to FIG. 8A , in a state in which the cover 210 is moved in the rear direction, at least a portion of the extension region 126 may overlap the contact surface 215 of the cover 210 . . In this case, a relatively small area of the contact surface 215 of the cover 210 as compared to the state illustrated in FIG. 8B may be exposed to the outside of the extension region 126 .

For example, referring to FIG. 8(b) , in a state in which the cover 210 is positioned in the rear direction (eg, in FIG. 8(b)), at least a portion of the extension area 126 is a portion of the cover 210. It may overlap the contact surface 215 . In this case, a relatively large area of the contact surface 215 of the cover 210 may be exposed to the outside of the extension region compared to a state in which the cover 210 is positioned in the front direction (eg, in FIG. 8A ).

For example, as shown in (a) of FIG. 8 , when the cover 210 is positioned in the front direction, the first edge portion 121 of the frame structure 120 and the fourth edge portion of the cover 210 . The 212 may be spaced apart by at least a first interval d1.

For example, as shown in FIG. 8B , when the cover 210 is positioned in the rear direction, the first edge portion 121 of the frame structure 120 and the fourth edge portion of the cover 210 . The 212 may be spaced apart by at least a second interval d2. The second interval d2 may be smaller than the first interval d1.

In various embodiments, the first portion 171-1 and the second portion 171-2 of the support member 171 may be spaced apart by the rearward movement of the cover 210 . For example, the distance between the slits 173 may be increased compared to the state illustrated in FIG. 8A .

In an embodiment, the frame structure 120 may further include a light blocking member 128 disposed adjacent to the cover 210 . The light blocking member 128 may be formed on the first edge portion 121 of the frame structure 120 to cover at least a portion of the cover 210 . For example, the light blocking member 128 may extend from the first edge portion 121 to cover at least a portion of the fourth edge portion 212 of the cover 210 .

In the illustrated embodiment, the light blocking member 128 may be formed to be flexible. For example, when the cover 210 moves in the rear direction, a gap between the fourth edge portion 212 of the cover 210 and the first edge portion 121 of the frame structure 120 may increase. . In this case, the light blocking member 128 may be formed to block light entering through the gap. For example, a part of the light blocking member 128 may be coupled to the frame structure and the other part may be coupled to the cover 210 . In this case, the light blocking member 128 may be formed to be stretchable even when the position of the cover 210 is changed.

The coupling structure between the extended region 126 and the light blocking member 128 and the cover 210 described in FIG. 8 is a gap between the cover 210 and the frame structure 120 that may be generated depending on the position of the cover 210 . It may have an advantageous effect of reducing or blocking external light entering through the .

9 is a plan view of a nose support structure of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment. Fig. 9(a) is a plan view of the state shown in Fig. 8(a), and Fig. 9(b) is a plan view of the state shown in Fig. 8(b).

Referring to FIG. 9 , the guide member 244 may include a sliding portion 244a extending in the axial direction of the screw shaft 220 . The sliding portion 244a may be coupled to the guide rail 245 such that at least a portion is located inside the guide rail 245 and the remaining portion is located outside the guide rail 245 .

In various embodiments, the guide member 244 may further include a connecting portion 244b extending from the cover 210 to the sliding portion 244a. In various embodiments, the connecting portion 244b may extend in a direction different from that of the sliding portion 244a. For example, the connecting portion 244b may extend from the cover in a direction perpendicular to the axial direction.

Referring to FIG. 9A , the sliding portion 244a may be positioned outside the guide rail 245 by a first length L1 when viewed in the axial direction. In an embodiment, at least a portion of the extension region 126 may overlap the cover 210 . For example, the first edge portion 121 of the extension region 126 may be spaced apart from the fourth edge portion 212 of the cover 210 by at least a first distance d1 .

Referring to FIG. 9B , the sliding portion 244a may be positioned outside the guide rail 245 by the second length L2 when viewed in the axial direction. In an embodiment, at least a portion of the extension region 126 may overlap the cover 210 . For example, the first edge portion 121 of the extension region 126 may be spaced apart from the fourth edge portion 212 of the cover 210 by at least a second gap d2 .

In various embodiments, when the cover 210 moves from the front direction to the rear direction, the length of a portion of the sliding portion 244a exposed to the outside of the guide rail 245 may increase. In various embodiments, when the cover 210 moves from the front direction to the rear direction, a length of a portion of the screw shaft 220 exposed to the outside of the wheel member may increase. In various embodiments, when the cover 210 moves from the front direction to the rear direction, the fourth edge portion 212 of the cover 210 may be closer to the first edge portion 121 of the extension region 126 . there is.

In an embodiment, the first length L1 may be smaller than the second length L2. The first interval d1 may be greater than the second interval d2. In various embodiments, the second interval d2 may be at least greater than zero. That is, a space through which light may be substantially introduced may not be formed between the first edge portion 121 of the extension region 126 and the fourth edge portion 212 of the cover 210 .

In various embodiments, the difference between the first interval d1 and the second interval d2 may be substantially the same as the difference between the first length L1 and the second length L2. For example, the difference between the first length L1 and the second length L2 may mean a maximum axial distance that the guide member 244 and the cover 210 can move.

10 is a view illustrating a guide member and a guide rail of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.

In one embodiment, the guide member 244 may be accommodated in the guide rail 245 to move in the first sliding direction (① direction) and the second sliding direction (② direction). The first sliding direction (① direction) and the second sliding direction (② direction) may be parallel to the axial direction S of the screw shaft 220 of FIG. 9 .

In an embodiment, the guide member 244 may further include a guide protrusion 252 protruding from at least a portion of a surface perpendicular to the sliding direction (eg, the ① direction and the ② direction). In an embodiment, the guide protrusion 252 may be inserted into the guide groove 253 formed in the guide rail 245 . The guide groove 253 may extend in a sliding direction. The guide groove 253 may include a first end 253a positioned in the rear direction and a second end 253b positioned in the front direction.

5 and 6 together, the guide protrusion 252 of the guide member 244 may be positioned at any position between the first end 253a and the second end 253b. For example, when the cover 210 is located in the front direction (eg, FIG. 5), the guide protrusion 252 is located at the second end 253b, and when the cover 210 is located in the rear direction (eg, in FIG. 5) 6), the guide protrusion 252 may be located at the first end (253a).

In various embodiments, when the cover 210 moves in the rear direction, the guide member 244 may be limited in movement by the guide protrusion 252 being in contact with the second end 253b. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent the cover 210 from being separated from the frame structure 120 .

In various embodiments, when the cover 210 moves in the rear direction, the guide member 244 has the guide protrusion 252 in contact with the first end 253a, so that the movement may be limited. In another embodiment, the movement of the guide member 244 in the front direction may be limited by the screw shaft 220 contacting the inner wall 239 of the first opening 233 of the wheel member 230 .

In various embodiments, the guide protrusion 252 formed on the guide member 244 and the guide groove 253 formed on the guide rail 245 may be formed in plurality. For example, the guide protrusion 252 is formed on the first side surface of the guide member 244 and the second side facing it, and the guide groove 253 is an area facing each of the first side surface and the second side surface. can be formed in

In various embodiments, the guide protrusion 252 and the guide groove 253 are not limited to those shown in the drawings. For example, the guide protrusion 252 may be formed on the inner surface of the guide rail 245 , and the guide groove 253 may be formed on the side surface of the guide member 244 .

The head mounted electronic device 100 according to the embodiments disclosed in this document includes a frame structure 120 formed to face a user's face; a support part (eg, a first support part 170) which is disposed on the frame structure 120 so that at least a part thereof is in contact with the face and is formed to be flexible; a wearing part 150 extending from the frame structure 120 and formed to surround at least a portion of a user's head; and a nose support structure 200 corresponding to the user's nose, the nose support structure 200 includes a cover 210 surrounding at least a portion of the nose, a wheel member 230 disposed on the frame structure 120, and a connecting member (eg, a screw shaft 220) connecting the cover 210 and the wheel member 230; including, wherein the connecting member (eg, the screw shaft 220) connects the cover 210 and the wheel member 230 such that the distance between the cover 210 and the wheel member 230 is changed. can

In various embodiments, the connection member (eg, the screw shaft 220 ) includes a screw shaft configured to move in an axial direction according to the rotation of the wheel member 230 , and the cover 210 includes the wheel member ( According to the rotation of 230), it may be configured to move in a direction toward the user's face or in the opposite direction.

In various embodiments, the connection member (eg, the screw shaft 220 ) extends from either the cover 210 or the wheel member 230 , and the connection member (eg, the screw shaft 220 ) has the other one. )) into which at least a portion is inserted (eg, the first opening 233) may be formed.

In various embodiments, a thread 221 is formed on at least a portion of an outer surface of the connecting member (eg, the screw shaft 220), and at least a portion of an inner surface of the opening (eg, the first opening 233) has the A corresponding thread 235 corresponding to the thread 221 may be formed.

In various embodiments, the connecting member (eg, the screw shaft 220 ) extends in an axial direction from the cover 210 , and the wheel member 230 connects the connecting member (eg, the screw shaft 220 ). It may be coupled to the connection member (eg, the screw shaft 220 ) so as to be rotatable about the center.

In various embodiments, the wheel member 230 includes an opening (eg, the first opening 233 ) formed to receive at least a portion of the connection member (eg, the screw shaft 220 ), and the connection member (eg, the screw shaft 220 ) and the wheel member 230 include a screw thread 221 formed on at least a portion of an outer surface of the connecting member (eg, the screw shaft 220 ) and the opening of the wheel member 230 . By fastening the corresponding thread 235 formed on at least a portion of the inner surface of (eg, the first opening 233 ), it may be rotatably coupled.

In various embodiments, the frame structure 120 includes a side wall 241 facing the wheel member 230 in the axial direction, the side wall 241 protruding from the side wall 241 toward the cover 210 and the wheel member 230 . ) may include a support shaft 242 inserted in, and a support groove 243 in which at least a portion of the wheel member is placed.

In various embodiments, the wheel member 230 includes a first portion 231 having a first opening 233 in which at least a portion of the connecting member (eg, the screw shaft 220) is accommodated, and the support shaft ( At least a portion of 242 includes a second portion 232 formed with a second opening 234 to be received, wherein the first opening 233 and the second opening 234 may be at least partially aligned.

In various embodiments, the support groove 243 may support the first part 231 .

In various embodiments, the first portion 231 may have a substantially circular cross-section, and the support groove 243 may include a curved surface formed with a curvature corresponding to the curvature of the first portion 231 . there is.

In various embodiments, an opening region 249 formed between the sidewall 241 and the support groove 243 is formed on the inner surface of the frame structure 120 , and at least a portion of the wheel member 230 is It may be disposed to be exposed to the outside of the frame structure 120 through the opening region 249 .

In various embodiments, the support part (eg, the first support part 170 ) is disposed along a first edge portion of the frame structure 120 adjacent to the user's face, and the support part (eg, the first support part 170 ) ) may be detachably coupled to the cover 210 .

In various embodiments, the nose support structure 200 includes a guide member 244 for guiding the movement of the cover 210 and a guide rail 245 surrounding at least a portion of the guide member 244 . And, one of the guide member 244 and the guide rail 245 may be formed on the frame structure 120 , and the other one may be formed on the cover 210 .

In various embodiments, the guide member 244 includes a first guide member 244-1 disposed on one side of the connection member (eg, the screw shaft 220), and a second guide member disposed on the other side. 244-2, wherein the guide rail 245 includes a first guide rail 245-1 in which the first guide member 244-1 is accommodated, and the second guide member 244-2. may include a second guide rail 245 - 2 accommodated therein.

In various embodiments, the guide member 244 may extend from the cover 210 , and the guide rail 245 may extend from the frame structure 120 .

In various embodiments, the guide member 244 includes a guide protrusion 252 protruding from a surface perpendicular to the moving direction of the guide member 244 , and the guide rail is accommodated by the guide protrusion 252 . A guide groove 253 may be formed.

In various embodiments, the guide groove 253 is formed to extend in the moving direction of the guide member 244 , and the guide groove 253 is a first end located at one side in the moving direction of the guide member 244 . 253a and a second end 253b positioned on the other side, wherein the guide member 244 has the guide protrusion 252 positioned between the first end 253a and the second end 253b In order to do so, it can move relatively with respect to the guide rail 245 .

In various embodiments, the support part (eg, the first support part 170 ) includes a support member surrounding a first edge portion of the frame structure 120 facing the user's face, and the support member includes the cover ( 210) and may be detachably coupled.

In various embodiments, the light blocking member 128 is formed on the first edge of the frame structure 120 and extends to cover at least a portion of the cover 210 , wherein the light blocking member 128 includes: It may be formed of a material that is stretchable according to the movement of the cover 210 .

In various embodiments, the inner surface of the frame structure 120 includes an extension region 126 on which the cover 210 is seated, and the extension region 126 is formed to overlap at least a portion of the cover 210 . can be

Various embodiments of this document and terms used therein are not intended to limit the technology described in this document to a specific embodiment, but it should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, and/or substitutions of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, like reference numerals may be used for like components. The singular expression may include the plural expression unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. In this document, expressions such as “A or B”, “at least one of A and/or B”, “A, B or C” or “at least one of A, B and/or C” refer to all of the items listed together. Possible combinations may be included. Expressions such as "first," "second," "first," or "second," can modify the corresponding elements, regardless of order or importance, and to distinguish one element from another element. It is used only and does not limit the corresponding components. When an (eg, first) component is referred to as being “(functionally or communicatively) connected” or “connected” to another (eg, second) component, that component is It may be directly connected to the component or may be connected through another component (eg, a third component).

In this document, "adapted to or configured to" is, depending on the context, for example, hardware or software "suitable for," "having the ability to," "modified to, Can be used interchangeably with ""made to," "capable of," or "designed to." In some circumstances, the expression “a device configured to” may mean that the device is “capable of” with other devices or parts. For example, the phrase "a processor configured (or configured to perform) A, B, and C" refers to a dedicated processor (eg, an embedded processor), or one or more, stored in a memory device (eg, memory) for performing the corresponding operations. By executing programs, it may mean a general-purpose processor (eg, CPU or AP) capable of performing corresponding operations.

As used herein, the term “module” includes a unit composed of hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as, for example, logic, logic block, component, or circuit. can A “module” may be an integrally formed part or a minimum unit or a part of performing one or more functions. A “module” may be implemented mechanically or electronically, for example, known or to be developed, application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) chips, field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), or It may include a programmable logic device.

At least a part of an apparatus (eg, modules or functions thereof) or a method (eg, operations) according to various embodiments may be implemented as instructions stored in a computer-readable storage medium (eg, memory) in the form of a program module. can When the instruction is executed by a processor (eg, a processor, the processor may perform a function corresponding to the instruction. A computer-readable recording medium includes a hard disk, a floppy disk, a magnetic medium (eg, a magnetic tape), It may include an optical recording medium (eg, CD-ROM, DVD, magneto-optical medium (eg, a floppy disk), built-in memory, etc. An instruction is a code generated by a compiler or code that can be executed by an interpreter). may include

Each of the components (eg, a module or a program module) according to various embodiments may be composed of a singular or a plurality of entities, and some sub-components of the aforementioned sub-components may be omitted, or other sub-components may be included. may include more. Alternatively or additionally, some components (eg, a module or a program module) may be integrated into one entity to perform the same or similar functions performed by each corresponding component before being integrated. Operations performed by modules, program modules, or other components according to various embodiments are sequentially, parallelly, repetitively or heuristically executed, or at least some operations are executed in a different order, omitted, or other operations This can be added.

Claims (20)

A head mounted electronic device comprising:
a frame structure formed to face the user's face;
a support part disposed on the frame structure such that at least a part thereof is in contact with the face, and formed to be flexible;
a wearing part extending from the frame structure and formed to surround at least a portion of a user's head; and
a nose support structure corresponding to the user's nose, wherein the nose support structure includes a cover surrounding at least a portion of the nose, a wheel member disposed on the frame structure, and a connecting member connecting the cover and the wheel member; including,
The connection member is a head mounted electronic device for connecting the cover and the wheel member such that a distance between the cover and the wheel member is changed. The method according to claim 1,
the connecting member comprises a screw shaft configured to move axially in accordance with rotation of the wheel member;
The head mounted electronic device is configured to move in a direction toward or opposite to the user's face according to the rotation of the wheel member. The method according to claim 1,
the connecting member extends from either the cover or the wheel member,
The other head-mounted electronic device has an opening into which at least a part of the connecting member is inserted. 4. The method according to claim 3,
At least a portion of the outer surface of the connecting member is formed with a thread,
A head mounted electronic device in which a corresponding thread corresponding to the screw thread is formed on at least a portion of an inner surface of the opening. The method according to claim 1,
the connecting member extends axially from the cover;
The wheel member is a head mounted electronic device coupled to the connection member so as to be rotatable about the connection member. 6. The method of claim 5,
the wheel member includes an opening configured to receive at least a portion of the connecting member;
The connection member and the wheel member are rotatably coupled by fastening a thread formed on at least a portion of an outer surface of the connection member and a corresponding thread formed on at least a portion of an inner surface of the opening of the wheel member. The method according to claim 1,
The frame structure includes a sidewall facing the wheel member in the axial direction, a second shaft protruding from the sidewall toward the cover and inserted into the wheel member, and a support groove in which at least a portion of the wheel member is placed head mounted electronics. 8. The method of claim 7,
The wheel member includes a first portion having a first opening in which at least a portion of the connecting member is received, and a second portion having a second opening in which at least a portion of the second shaft is received,
wherein the first opening and the second opening are at least partially aligned. 9. The method of claim 8,
The support groove is a head mounted electronic device for supporting the first part. 9. The method of claim 8,
The first portion is formed in a substantially circular cross-section,
The support groove includes a curved surface formed with a curvature corresponding to the curvature of the first portion. 9. The method of claim 8,
An opening region formed between the side wall and the support groove is formed on the inner surface of the frame structure,
At least a portion of the wheel member is disposed to be exposed to the outside of the frame structure through the opening area. The method according to claim 1,
The support portion is disposed along a first edge portion of the frame structure adjacent to the user's face,
The support part is a head mounted electronic device that is detachably coupled to the cover. The method according to claim 1,
The nose support structure includes a guide member for guiding the movement of the cover and a guide rail surrounding at least a portion of the guide member,
One of the guide member and the guide rail is formed on the frame structure, and the other is formed on the cover. 14. The method of claim 13,
The guide member includes a first guide member disposed on one side of the connection member, and a second guide member disposed on the other side,
The guide rail includes a first guide rail accommodating the first guide member, and a second guide rail accommodating the second guide member. 14. The method of claim 13,
the guide member extends from the cover;
The guide rail extends from the frame structure. 14. The method of claim 13,
The guide member includes a guide protrusion formed to protrude on a surface perpendicular to the moving direction of the guide member,
The guide rail is a head mounted electronic device in which a guide groove is formed in which the guide protrusion is accommodated. 17. The method of claim 16,
The guide groove is formed extending in the moving direction of the guide member,
The guide groove includes a first end located on one side of the moving direction of the guide member and a second end located on the other side,
The guide member moves relative to the guide rail so that the guide protrusion is positioned between the first end and the second end. The method according to claim 1,
The support portion includes a support member surrounding the first edge portion of the frame structure facing the user's face,
The support member is a head mounted electronic device that is detachably coupled to the cover. 19. The method of claim 18,
a light blocking member formed on the first edge portion of the frame structure and extending to cover at least a portion of the cover;
The light blocking member is formed of a material that is stretchable according to the movement of the cover. The method according to claim 1,
The inner surface of the frame structure includes an extended area on which the cover is seated,
The extended area is formed to overlap at least a portion of the cover.

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