KR20230067417A - Accessory device and electronic device comprising the same - Google Patents

Abstract

In one embodiment, provided is an accessory device which is detachable from an electronic apparatus including an expandable housing and a display module which expands in conjunction with the housing. The accessory device includes a main body on which an expanded area of the housing is seated and which includes a seating surface supporting the expanded area of the display module, and a coupling unit which connects the main body to be detachably attached to the housing.

Description

Accessory device and electronic device including the same {ACCESSORY DEVICE AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE COMPRISING THE SAME}

Various embodiments disclosed in this document relate to an accessory device and an electronic device including the same.

Electronic devices are becoming slimmer, are being developed in various ways in order to strengthen design elements and differentiate functional elements at the same time, and are gradually transforming into various shapes out of uniform rectangular shapes.

Recently, research has been conducted to implement a deformable structure that is convenient to carry and can use a large screen display. For example, there has been a foldable device or a rollable device in which a screen display area of a display can be expanded according to a user's use environment by using a flexible display in which a partial area can be folded. In the rollable device, a partial area of the display may be positioned inside the housing, the partial area of the display may be extended or retracted into the housing, and the screen display area of the display may be expanded or contracted.

In an electronic device in which the screen display area of the display expands and contracts, the support structure of the housing and the display of the expanded area may be unstable compared to other areas of the electronic device, and it may be inconvenient for a user to grip the electronic device. there is.

In addition, electronic devices require high-performance specifications in various fields such as batteries, cameras, or speakers, but at the same time, there is a demand for slimness and lightness to improve portability, so technology to satisfy high performance and portability at the same time A demand existed.

The technical problem to be achieved through the various embodiments disclosed in this document is not limited to the above-mentioned technical problem, and other technical problems not mentioned are common knowledge in the art to which the invention described in this document belongs from the description below. will be clearly understandable to those who have

In an accessory device detachable from an electronic device including an expandable housing and a display module extending in conjunction with the housing according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the accessory device is seated in an extended area of the housing and an extended area of the display module. A main body including a seating surface supporting the main body and a coupling unit connecting the main body to the housing in a detachable manner.

An electronic device according to another embodiment of the present document includes a first housing and a second housing, the first housing being supported by the first housing and moving in expansion and contraction directions with respect to the second housing; 1 A display module whose screen display area expands and contracts in conjunction with the movement of the housing, an auxiliary coupling unit provided on one side of the housing in the extension direction, and an accessory device attached to and detached from the housing and supporting the housing while the housing is extended. The accessory device may include a main body including a seating surface on which the extended region of the first housing is seated and supporting the extended region of the display module, and a coupling unit detachably connecting the main body to the housing. can

According to various embodiments, an accessory device and an electronic device including the accessory device may support and protect an extended area of the electronic device in an extended state and improve portability of the electronic device.

Also, according to various embodiments, the accessory device includes various types of modules that supplement or upgrade the functions of the electronic device, thereby realizing high performance of the electronic device and helping to reduce the weight and size of the electronic device.

Effects of the electronic device and its control method according to various embodiments are not limited to those mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

1 is a block diagram of an electronic device in a network environment according to various embodiments.
2A is a front view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
2B is a rear view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
2C is a front view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
2D is a rear view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
2E is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
3A is a front perspective view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
3B is a rear perspective view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
3C is a front view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
3D is a rear view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
4A is a perspective view of an electronic device and accessory according to an embodiment.
4B is a side view of an electronic device and accessory according to an embodiment.
5A is a side view of an electronic device and accessory according to one embodiment.
5B is a side view of an electronic device and accessory according to an embodiment.
5C is a side view of an electronic device and accessory according to an embodiment.
5D is a side view of an electronic device and accessory according to one embodiment.
6 is a side view of an electronic device and accessory according to an embodiment.
7A is a side view of an electronic device and accessory according to one embodiment.
7B is a side view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
7B is a side view of an accessory according to one embodiment.
8A is a diagram illustrating a configuration of an accessory according to an exemplary embodiment.
8B is a diagram illustrating a configuration of an accessory according to an exemplary embodiment.
8C is a diagram illustrating a configuration of an accessory according to an exemplary embodiment.
9A is a front view of an electronic device and accessory according to an embodiment.
9B is a front view of an accessory according to one embodiment.
9C is a front view of an accessory according to one embodiment.
10A is a front view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
10B is a front view of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.
10C is a front view of an electronic device and accessory according to an embodiment.
10D is a front view of an electronic device and accessory according to an embodiment.

Hereinafter, embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the description with reference to the accompanying drawings, the same reference numerals are given to the same components regardless of reference numerals, and overlapping descriptions thereof will be omitted.

Various embodiments and terms used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this disclosure to specific embodiments, but should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutes of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, like reference numbers may be used for like or related elements. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one item or a plurality of items, unless the relevant context clearly dictates otherwise. In the present disclosure, “A or B”, “at least one of A and B”, “at least one of A or B”, “A, B or C”, “at least one of A, B and C”, and “A Each of the phrases such as "at least one of , B, or C" may include any one of the items listed together in that phrase, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first", "secondary", or "first" or "secondary" may simply be used to distinguish that component from other corresponding components, and may refer to that component in other respects (eg, importance or order) is not limited. A (eg, first) component is said to be "coupled" or "connected" to another (eg, second) component, with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicatively". When mentioned, it means that the certain component may be connected to the other component directly (eg by wire), wirelessly, or through a third component.

The term "module" used in various embodiments may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit, for example. . A module may be an integrally constructed component or a minimal unit of components or a portion thereof that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, the module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

Various embodiments are software (eg, an electronic device) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (eg, internal memory 136 or external memory 138) readable by a machine (eg, an electronic device). : program 120). For example, a processor of a device (eg, an electronic device) may call at least one command among one or more commands stored from a storage medium and execute it. This enables the device to be operated to perform at least one function according to the at least one command invoked. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code executable by an interpreter. The device-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-temporary' only means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain a signal (e.g. electromagnetic wave), and this term refers to the case where data is stored semi-permanently in the storage medium. It does not discriminate when it is temporarily stored.

According to one embodiment, the method according to various embodiments disclosed in the present disclosure may be included and provided in a computer program product. Computer program products may be traded between sellers and buyers as commodities. A computer program product is distributed in the form of a device-readable storage medium (e.g. compact disc read only memory (CD-ROM)), or through an application store (e.g. Play Store™) or on two user devices (e.g. It can be distributed (eg downloaded or uploaded) online, directly between smartphones. In the case of online distribution, at least part of the computer program product may be temporarily stored or temporarily created in a device-readable storage medium such as a manufacturer's server, an application store server, or a relay server's memory.

According to various embodiments, each component (eg, module or program) of the components described above may include a single object or a plurality of objects, and some of the multiple objects may be separately disposed in other components. . According to various embodiments, one or more components or operations among the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, a plurality of components (eg modules or programs) may be integrated into a single component. In this case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the plurality of components identically or similarly to those performed by a corresponding component of the plurality of components prior to the integration. . According to various embodiments, operations performed by modules, programs, or other components are executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations are executed in a different order, omitted, or , or one or more other operations may be added.

1 is a block diagram of an electronic device 101 within a network environment 100 according to various embodiments. Referring to FIG. 1 , in a network environment 100, an electronic device 101 communicates with an electronic device 102 through a first network 198 (eg, a short-range wireless communication network) or through a second network 199. It may communicate with at least one of the electronic device 104 or the server 108 through (eg, a long-distance wireless communication network). According to an embodiment, the electronic device 101 may communicate with the electronic device 104 through the server 108 . According to an embodiment, the electronic device 101 includes a processor 120, a memory 130, an input module 150, an audio output module 155, a display module 160, an audio module 170, a sensor module ( 176), interface 177, connection terminal 178, haptic module 179, camera module 180, power management module 188, battery 189, communication module 190, subscriber identification module 196 , or the antenna module 197 may be included. In some embodiments, in the electronic device 101, at least one of these components (eg, the connection terminal 178) may be omitted or one or more other components may be added. In some embodiments, some of these components (eg, sensor module 176, camera module 180, or antenna module 197) are integrated into one component (eg, display module 160). It can be.

The processor 120, for example, executes software (eg, the program 140) to cause at least one other component (eg, hardware or software component) of the electronic device 101 connected to the processor 120. It can control and perform various data processing or calculations. According to one embodiment, as at least part of data processing or operation, the processor 120 transfers commands or data received from other components (eg, sensor module 176 or communication module 190) to volatile memory 132. , processing commands or data stored in the volatile memory 132 , and storing resultant data in the non-volatile memory 134 . According to one embodiment, the processor 120 may include a main processor 121 (eg, a central processing unit or an application processor) or a secondary processor 123 (eg, a graphic processing unit, a neural network processing unit ( NPU: neural processing unit (NPU), image signal processor, sensor hub processor, or communication processor). For example, when the electronic device 101 includes the main processor 121 and the auxiliary processor 123, the auxiliary processor 123 may use less power than the main processor 121 or be set to be specialized for a designated function. can The secondary processor 123 may be implemented separately from or as part of the main processor 121 .

The secondary processor 123 may, for example, take the place of the main processor 121 while the main processor 121 is in an inactive (eg, sleep) state, or the main processor 121 is active (eg, running an application). ) state, together with the main processor 121, at least one of the components of the electronic device 101 (eg, the display module 160, the sensor module 176, or the communication module 190) It is possible to control at least some of the related functions or states. According to one embodiment, the auxiliary processor 123 (eg, an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as part of other functionally related components (eg, the camera module 180 or the communication module 190). there is. According to an embodiment, the auxiliary processor 123 (eg, a neural network processing device) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing an artificial intelligence model. AI models can be created through machine learning. Such learning may be performed, for example, in the electronic device 101 itself where the artificial intelligence model is performed, or may be performed through a separate server (eg, the server 108). The learning algorithm may include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning or reinforcement learning, but in the above example Not limited. The artificial intelligence model may include a plurality of artificial neural network layers. Artificial neural networks include deep neural networks (DNNs), convolutional neural networks (CNNs), recurrent neural networks (RNNs), restricted boltzmann machines (RBMs), deep belief networks (DBNs), bidirectional recurrent deep neural networks (BRDNNs), It may be one of deep Q-networks or a combination of two or more of the foregoing, but is not limited to the foregoing examples. The artificial intelligence model may include, in addition or alternatively, software structures in addition to hardware structures.

The memory 130 may store various data used by at least one component (eg, the processor 120 or the sensor module 176) of the electronic device 101 . The data may include, for example, input data or output data for software (eg, program 140) and commands related thereto. The memory 130 may include volatile memory 132 or non-volatile memory 134 .

The program 140 may be stored as software in the memory 130 and may include, for example, an operating system 142 , middleware 144 , or an application 146 .

The input module 150 may receive a command or data to be used by a component (eg, the processor 120) of the electronic device 101 from the outside of the electronic device 101 (eg, a user). The input module 150 may include, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (eg, a button), or a digital pen (eg, a stylus pen).

The sound output module 155 may output sound signals to the outside of the electronic device 101 . The sound output module 155 may include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes such as multimedia playback or recording playback. A receiver may be used to receive an incoming call. According to one embodiment, the receiver may be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of it.

The display module 160 may visually provide information to the outside of the electronic device 101 (eg, a user). The display module 160 may include, for example, a display, a hologram device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling the device. According to an embodiment, the display module 160 may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of force generated by the touch.

The audio module 170 may convert sound into an electrical signal or vice versa. According to an embodiment, the audio module 170 acquires sound through the input module 150, the sound output module 155, or an external electronic device connected directly or wirelessly to the electronic device 101 (eg: Sound may be output through the electronic device 102 (eg, a speaker or a headphone).

The sensor module 176 detects an operating state (eg, power or temperature) of the electronic device 101 or an external environmental state (eg, a user state), and generates an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected state. can do. According to one embodiment, the sensor module 176 may include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, an air pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a bio sensor, It may include a temperature sensor, humidity sensor, or light sensor.

The interface 177 may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device 101 to an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 102). According to one embodiment, the interface 177 may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

The connection terminal 178 may include a connector through which the electronic device 101 may be physically connected to an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 102). According to one embodiment, the connection terminal 178 may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (eg, a headphone connector).

The haptic module 179 may convert electrical signals into mechanical stimuli (eg, vibration or motion) or electrical stimuli that a user may perceive through tactile or kinesthetic senses. According to one embodiment, the haptic module 179 may include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

The camera module 180 may capture still images and moving images. According to one embodiment, the camera module 180 may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

The power management module 188 may manage power supplied to the electronic device 101 . According to one embodiment, the power management module 188 may be implemented as at least part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC), for example.

The battery 189 may supply power to at least one component of the electronic device 101 . According to one embodiment, the battery 189 may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

The communication module 190 is a direct (eg, wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device 101 and an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 102, the electronic device 104, or the server 108). Establishment and communication through the established communication channel may be supported. The communication module 190 may include one or more communication processors that operate independently of the processor 120 (eg, an application processor) and support direct (eg, wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module 190 is a wireless communication module 192 (eg, a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module 194 (eg, : a local area network (LAN) communication module or a power line communication module). Among these communication modules, a corresponding communication module is a first network 198 (eg, a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network 199 (eg, a legacy communication module). It may communicate with the external electronic device 104 through a cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a telecommunications network such as a computer network (eg, a LAN or a WAN). These various types of communication modules may be integrated as one component (eg, a single chip) or implemented as a plurality of separate components (eg, multiple chips). The wireless communication module 192 uses subscriber information (eg, International Mobile Subscriber Identifier (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module 196 within a communication network such as the first network 198 or the second network 199. The electronic device 101 may be identified or authenticated.

The wireless communication module 192 may support a 5G network after a 4G network and a next-generation communication technology, for example, NR access technology (new radio access technology). NR access technologies include high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB)), minimization of terminal power and access of multiple terminals (massive machine type communications (mMTC)), or high reliability and low latency (ultra-reliable and low latency (URLLC)). -latency communications)) can be supported. The wireless communication module 192 may support a high frequency band (eg, mmWave band) to achieve a high data rate, for example. The wireless communication module 192 uses various technologies for securing performance in a high frequency band, such as beamforming, massive multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), and full-dimensional multiplexing. Technologies such as input/output (FD-MIMO: full dimensional MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna may be supported. The wireless communication module 192 may support various requirements defined for the electronic device 101, an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 104), or a network system (eg, the second network 199). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module 192 is a peak data rate for eMBB realization (eg, 20 Gbps or more), a loss coverage for mMTC realization (eg, 164 dB or less), or a U-plane latency for URLLC realization (eg, Example: downlink (DL) and uplink (UL) each of 0.5 ms or less, or round trip 1 ms or less) may be supported.

The antenna module 197 may transmit or receive signals or power to the outside (eg, an external electronic device). According to an embodiment, the antenna module 197 may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (eg, PCB). According to one embodiment, the antenna module 197 may include a plurality of antennas (eg, an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network such as the first network 198 or the second network 199 is selected from the plurality of antennas by the communication module 190, for example. can be chosen A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module 190 and an external electronic device through the selected at least one antenna. According to some embodiments, other components (eg, a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module 197 in addition to the radiator.

According to various embodiments, the antenna module 197 may form a mmWave antenna module. According to one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module includes a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent to a first surface (eg, a lower surface) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high frequency band (eg, mmWave band); and a plurality of antennas (eg, array antennas) disposed on or adjacent to a second surface (eg, a top surface or a side surface) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals of the designated high frequency band. can do.

At least some of the components are connected to each other through a communication method between peripheral devices (eg, a bus, general purpose input and output (GPIO), serial peripheral interface (SPI), or mobile industry processor interface (MIPI)) and signal ( e.g. commands or data) can be exchanged with each other.

According to an embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device 101 and the external electronic device 104 through the server 108 connected to the second network 199 . Each of the external electronic devices 102 or 104 may be the same as or different from the electronic device 101 . According to an embodiment, all or part of operations executed in the electronic device 101 may be executed in one or more external electronic devices among the external electronic devices 102 , 104 , or 108 . For example, when the electronic device 101 needs to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device 101 instead of executing the function or service by itself. Alternatively or additionally, one or more external electronic devices may be requested to perform the function or at least part of the service. One or more external electronic devices receiving the request may execute at least a part of the requested function or service or an additional function or service related to the request, and deliver the execution result to the electronic device 101 . The electronic device 101 may provide the result as at least part of a response to the request as it is or additionally processed. To this end, for example, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used. The electronic device 101 may provide an ultra-low latency service using, for example, distributed computing or mobile edge computing. In another embodiment, the external electronic device 104 may include an internet of things (IoT) device. Server 108 may be an intelligent server using machine learning and/or neural networks. According to an embodiment, the external electronic device 104 or server 108 may be included in the second network 199 . The electronic device 101 may be applied to intelligent services (eg, smart home, smart city, smart car, or health care) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

2A is a front view of an electronic device according to an embodiment, FIG. 2B is a rear view of an electronic device according to an embodiment, FIG. 2C is a front view of an electronic device according to an embodiment, and FIG. 2D is a view of an electronic device according to an embodiment. FIG. 2E is an exploded perspective view of the electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.

Specifically, FIGS. 2A and 2B are views of the electronic device in a 'reduced state', and FIGS. 2C and 2D are views of the electronic device in an 'expanded state'.

Referring to FIGS. 2A to 2E , an electronic device 201 (eg, the electronic device 101 of FIG. 1 ) according to an embodiment includes housings 210 and 220 forming an exterior and accommodating components therein. Including, the housings 210 and 220 may include a first housing 210 and a second housing 220 movably coupled to each other.

In one embodiment, the first housing 210 may be slidably coupled to the second housing 210 relative to the second housing 220 . The first housing 210 moves in an expansion direction (eg, +X direction) with respect to the second housing 220 or in a contraction direction opposite to the expansion direction (eg, -X direction) with respect to the second housing 220. It can be configured to move. Meanwhile, in various embodiments of this document, it is described that the first housing 210 moves relative to the second housing 220, but is not limited thereto, and the second housing 220 moves relative to the first housing 210. It can also be understood as sliding about.

In one embodiment, the first housing 210 includes a first surface 210A (eg, a first front surface), a second surface 210B opposite to the first surface 210A (eg, a first rear surface), A plurality (eg, two) of first side faces (eg, first left side) oriented in one direction (eg, +/−X direction) and positioned between the first face 210A and the second face 210B face and the first right side), and oriented in another direction (eg, +/-Y direction) intersecting one direction (eg, +/-X direction) and between the first face 210A and the second face 210B. A plurality of (eg, two) second side surfaces 210D (eg, a first upper side surface and a first lower side surface) may be included. In one embodiment, the plurality of side faces 210D at various positions described above may be formed as round faces. In one embodiment, the first housing 210 is on the second side surface 210D (eg, the first lower surface) oriented in one direction (eg, -Y direction) among the second side surfaces 210D. At least one formed first hole H1 may be included.

In one embodiment, the second housing 220 includes a third surface 220A (eg, a second front surface), a fourth surface 220B opposite to the third surface 220A (eg, a second rear surface), A plurality of (eg, two) third side surfaces 220C (eg, two) oriented in one direction (eg, +/−X direction) and positioned between the third and fourth surfaces 220A and 220B (eg, : second left side and second right side), and oriented in another direction (eg, +/-Y direction) intersecting one direction (eg, +/-X direction), and the third side 220A and the fourth side It may include a plurality (eg, two) of fourth side surfaces 220D (eg, a second upper side surface and a second lower side surface) positioned between 220B. Among the plurality of third side surfaces 220C, a third side surface 220C oriented in one direction (eg, the +X direction) may include an open portion 220E that is at least partially open. In one embodiment, the plurality of third side surfaces 220C may be formed as round surfaces. In one embodiment, the second housing 220 includes a fourth side surface 220D (eg, a second lower surface) oriented in one direction (eg, -Y direction) among a plurality of fourth side surfaces 220D. It may include at least one second hole H2 formed in ). The second hole H2 may be aligned with the first hole H1, for example.

In one embodiment, the electronic device 201 may include a display module 261 (eg, the display module 160 of FIG. 1 ) including screen display areas 261A, 261B, 261C, and 261D. In one embodiment, the display module 261 may be one of a flexible display, a foldable display, or a rollable display.

In one embodiment, the screen display areas 261A, 261B, 261C, and 261D include a first area 261A and a third side surface 220C located on the first surface 210A and the third surface 220A. The second region 261B located on the third side surface 220C oriented in one direction (eg, -X direction), and oriented in the other direction (eg, +X direction) among the third side surfaces 220C. a third region 261C located on the third side face 220C and at least partially surrounding the open portion 220E, and a fourth region located on the second face 210B and the fourth face 220B ( 261D) may be included.

In one embodiment, the second region 261B and the third region 261C of the display module 261 may have round surfaces that are flexibly bent. In some embodiments, the second area 261B may be located at least partially on the first surface 210A and the third surface 220A. In some embodiments, the third area 261C may be at least partially located on the first surface 210A and the third surface 220A. In some embodiments, the third area 261C may be at least partially located on the second and fourth surfaces 210B and 220B.

In another embodiment, the display module 261 may be configured to partially display a screen. For example, the display module 261 displays a screen through the first area 261A located on the first and third surfaces 210A and 220A, and displays the screen on the second area 261B and the third area 261C. ) and/or the fourth area 261D may display a screen at a different time point than the first area 261A. In one embodiment, the screen display area of the display module 261 may expand or contract as the first housing 210 moves in the expansion direction or the contraction direction.

In one embodiment, the electronic device 201, when viewed in one direction (eg, -Z direction), has a screen display area of a first size (eg, a first area 261A, a second area 261B, and a second area 261B). 3 areas 261C) (eg, the reduced state, the shape of FIG. 2A), and a screen display area larger than the first size (eg, the first area 261A, the second area 261B, and the second area 261B). The shape may change between the second shape (eg, the expanded state, the shape of FIG. 2C) having three regions 261C. For example, when the first housing 210 moves in an extension direction (eg, +X direction) with respect to the second housing 220 in the first shape, the size of the first area 261A increases and the fourth area 261A increases in size. As the size of 261D decreases, the screen display area of the electronic device 201 viewed in one direction (eg, -Z direction) may be expanded. For example, in the second shape, when the first housing 210 moves in a contraction direction opposite to the expansion direction (eg, -X direction) with respect to the second housing 220, the size of the first region 261A decreases. and the size of the fourth region 261D may increase. Meanwhile, while the shape of the electronic device 201 changes between the first shape and the second shape, the size of the second area 261B and the size of the third area 261C may be substantially constant.

In one embodiment, the electronic device 201 may include a sliding device 300 including a driving device 310 configured to move the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 relative to each other. . The slide device 300 is connected to the first housing 210 and the second housing 220, can slide the other housings 210 and 220 relative to one housing 210 and 220, and the first housing As the 210 or the second housing 220 moves, the display may expand or contract.

In one embodiment, the electronic device 201 may include an input module 250 (eg, the input module 150 of FIG. 1 ). The input module 250 may be formed, for example, on a third side surface 220C (eg, the second left side) on which the open portion 220E is not formed among the plurality of third side surfaces 220C. there is.

In one embodiment, the electronic device 201 includes a first sound output module 255A (eg, the sound output module 155 of FIG. 1 ) and a second sound output module 255B (eg, the sound output module of FIG. 1 ). (155)). In one embodiment, the first audio output module 255A is located on a first portion (eg, top) of the first housing 210, and the second audio output module 255B is located on the first housing 210. It may be located in a second part (eg, lower part) different from the first part.

For example, in the first form (eg, the reduced state of the electronic device 201 of FIG. 2A ), the first audio output module 255A performs a communication function, and the second audio output module 255B performs the first audio output module 255B. While configured to perform a speaker function in the form, in the second form (eg, the extended state of the electronic device 201 of FIG. 2C), the first sound output module 255A and the second sound output module 255B are a speaker It can be configured to perform a function. In some examples, in the second form, the first sound output module 255A and the second sound output module 255B may cooperate with each other to output stereo sound.

In one embodiment, the second sound output module 255B, in the first form, is configured to emit sound through the first hole H1 and the second hole H2 substantially aligned with each other, and in the second form In, it may be configured to emit sound through the first hole H1. In another embodiment, at least one of the first audio output module 255A and the second audio output module 255B may be located in the second housing 220 . In another embodiment, the electronic device 201 may include only one of the first sound output module 255A and the second sound output module 255B, and may include additional sounds other than the illustrated sound output module. It may further include an output module.

In one embodiment, the electronic device 201 may include a haptic module 279 (eg, the haptic module 179 of FIG. 1 ). The haptic module 279 may include, for example, a vibrator configured to generate vibration. In one embodiment, the haptic module 279 may be located in the second housing 220 . In some embodiments, haptic module 279 may be positioned adjacent to second sound output module 255B. In another embodiment, the haptic module 279 may be located in the first housing 210 .

In an embodiment, the electronic device 201 includes a first camera module 280A (eg, the camera module 180 of FIG. 1 ) and a second camera module 280B (eg, the camera module 180 of FIG. 1 ). can include The first camera module 280A is configured to acquire an image in one direction (eg, +Z direction) of the electronic device 201, and the second camera module 280B is configured to acquire an image in another direction (eg, +Z direction) of the electronic device 201. -Z direction).

In one embodiment, the first camera module 280A and the second camera module 280B may be located in the second housing 220 . In another embodiment, at least one of the first camera module 280A and the second camera module 280B may be located in the first housing 210 . In another embodiment, the electronic device 201 may include only one of the first camera module 280A and the second camera module 280B, or may further include an additional camera module in addition to the illustrated camera module. there is.

In one embodiment, the electronic device 201 may include a battery 289 (eg, the battery 189 of FIG. 1 ). In one embodiment, battery 289 may be located in first housing 210 . The battery 289 includes, for example, a first audio output module 255A, a first camera module 280A, a second camera module 280B, a first printed circuit board 251, a slide device 300, It may be at least partially surrounded by the third printed circuit board 253, the haptic module 279 and the second sound output module 255B. In another embodiment, the battery 289 may be located in the second housing 220 .

In one embodiment, the electronic device 201 may include a first printed circuit board 251 , a second printed circuit board 252 and a third printed circuit board 253 . The first printed circuit board 251, the second printed circuit board 252, and the third printed circuit board 253 include a plurality of metal layers and a plurality of dielectrics respectively positioned between a pair of adjacent metal layers. can include In one embodiment, the first printed circuit board 251 may be located in the second housing 220 . The first printed circuit board 251 can include a first electronic component 288 (eg, the power management module 188 of FIG. 1 ). The second printed circuit board 252 may be positioned in the first housing 210 . The second printed circuit board 252 may be electrically connected to, for example, the sliding device 300 . The third printed circuit board 253 may be located in the second housing 220 . The third printed circuit board 253 may be electrically connected to, for example, the haptic module 279 .

The electronic device 201 according to an embodiment may include housings 210 and 220 . Specifically, the electronic device 201 may include a first cover 211, a first plate 212, a second plate 213, and a support structure 214, and the first cover 211, the first The plate 212 , the second plate 213 and the support structure 214 may form the first housing 210 . The electronic device 201 may include a second cover 221 and a third plate 222, and the second cover 221 and the third plate 222 may form a second housing 220. .

In one embodiment, the first cover 211 may at least partially enclose the first audio output module 255A, the first camera module 280A, the haptic module 279, and the second audio output module 255B. there is. The first plate 212 includes electronic components (eg, the slide device 300, the first sound output module 255A, the second sound output module 255B, the first camera module 280A, the second camera module ( 280B), first printed circuit board 251, second printed circuit board 252, third printed circuit board 253, connector assembly 290, haptic module 279 and other electronic components) at least partially Acceptable. The second plate 213 is positioned between the first plate 212 and the display module 261 and may support the slide device 300 and the display module 261 .

In one embodiment, the support structure 214 includes a base plate 214A configured to be flexibly bent, and a plurality of support bars arranged spaced apart from each other along the base plate 214A and configured to support the display module 261 ( 214B) may be included. The second cover 221 at least partially surrounds the first cover 211 and may be coupled to the first cover 211 such that the first cover 211 is slidably relative to the second cover 221 .

In one embodiment, the second cover 221 may be configured to guide the plurality of support bars 214B. The second cover 221 may expose at least some of the electronic components (eg, the second camera module 280B) to the outside of the electronic device 201 . The third plate 222 may surround at least a portion of the second cover 221 . The third plate 222 may be formed of, for example, a glass material. Meanwhile, the structures forming the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 described in this document are not limited to the illustrated embodiment, and various types of structures may exist.

3A is a front perspective view of an electronic device according to an embodiment, FIG. 3B is a rear perspective view of an electronic device according to an embodiment, FIG. 3C is a front view of an electronic device according to an embodiment, and FIG. 3D is an embodiment. It is a rear view of the electronic device according to. Specifically, FIGS. 3A and 3B are diagrams of the electronic device 301 in a 'reduced state', and FIGS. 3C and 3D are diagrams of the electronic device 301 in an 'expanded state'.

Referring to FIGS. 3A to 3D , an electronic device 301 (eg, the electronic device 101 of FIG. 1 or the electronic device 201 of FIG. 2A ) according to various embodiments forms an exterior and accommodates components therein. 310 and 320, and the housings 310 and 220 may include a first housing 310 and a second housing 320 movably coupled to each other.

In one embodiment, the pair of housings 310 and 220 may include a first housing 310 and a second housing 320 . According to one embodiment, the pair of housings 310 and 220 have a first surface 311 facing the front (eg, +Z direction) and a second surface facing the direction opposite to the first surface 311 ( 312) may be included.

In various embodiments, in a reduced state, the first housing 310 is located inside the second housing 320 or a partial area is limitedly exposed to the outside of the second housing 320, and in an expanded state, the first housing ( 310) may be drawn out from the inside of the second housing 320 while moving in an extension direction (eg, -Y direction). Alternatively, the first housing 310 may be drawn into the second housing 310 while moving in a contraction direction (eg, +Y direction).

According to one embodiment, the second housing 320 may include a side member 323 extending from the first surface 311 to the second surface 312 . The side member 323 includes a first side surface 323a in one direction (eg, +Y direction), a second side surface 323b extending from one end of the first side surface 323a, and the other end of the first side surface 323a. It may include a third side surface 323c extending from and a fourth side surface 323d opposite to the first side surface 323a. According to one embodiment, the side member 323 has a rectangular (eg, square or rectangular) shape through the first side surface 323a, the second side surface 323b, the third side surface 323c and the fourth side surface 323d. can be formed as

In one embodiment, an auxiliary coupling unit 371 may be disposed on one side surface 323d of the second housing 320, which will be described in detail below in FIG. 4A. According to various embodiments, the pair of housings 310 and 220 are not limited to the illustrated shapes and combinations, and may be implemented by combinations and/or combinations of other shapes or parts.

According to one embodiment, the side member 323 may be formed of metal or may further include a polymer injected into the metal. According to an embodiment, the side member 323 may include at least one conductive portion electrically segmented through at least one segmental portion formed of a polymer. At least one conductive portion may be electrically connected to a wireless communication circuit included in the electronic device 301 and may be used as an antenna operating in at least one designated band (eg, a legacy band).

According to one embodiment, the display module 361 (eg, the display module 160 of FIG. 1 or the display module 261 of FIG. 2A) is provided on the first surface 311 of the pair of housings 310 and 320. It can be disposed, and can be expanded and contracted in association with the movement of the first housing 310 . For example, a portion of the display module 361 may be disposed inside the pair of housings 310 and 320 and another portion connected to and supported by the first housing 310 . The display module 361 can move along with the movement of the first housing 310, and can be drawn out from or retracted into the housings 310 and 320 to expand and contract the screen display area. .

For example, in the electronic device 301, the first housing 310 moves in an expansion direction (eg, -Y direction) from one end 323d of the second housing 320 and expands or contracts in a direction (eg, +). Y direction) and can be reduced. The first housing 310 may be moved by a user directly moving the end portion 313 in the expansion direction or by a driving module (not shown) of the electronic device 301 . As the first housing 310 is expanded, one surface 316 of the first housing 310 may be exposed from the inside of the housings 310 and 320 to the outside. The first housing 310 supports the display module 361 disposed on one surface 316, and the display module 361 expands along with the one surface 316 in association with the movement of the first housing 310. and can be reduced.

In various embodiments, the display module 361 is exposed from the inside of the housings 310 and 320 to the outside as it is expanded, and the display module 361 can adjust the expanded display area. Referring to FIG. 3C , the display module 361 may be divided into a partial area 361a and another partial area 361b. The partial area 361a may be an area moved from the inside to the outside of the housings 310 and 320 as the display module 361 expands, and the other partial area 361b may be a portion of the one surface 311 of the second housing 320. ) and may be a moved area. Compared to the reduced state of the expanded display module 361, the screen display area of the display module 361 can be expanded through the pre-extended area 361a and the expanded area 361b, providing a wide screen to the user. can do.

The electronic device 301 in the reduced state of FIGS. 3A and 3B can increase portability by reducing the area occupied by the electronic device 301, and the electronic device 301 in the expanded state of FIGS. 3C and 3D is a display module ( 361) is expanded to display a wide screen, thereby extending usability.

According to an embodiment, the electronic device 301 includes a first protective cover 315 (eg, a first protective frame or a first protective frame) coupled along an edge of the housings 310 and 320 in a front direction (eg, a +Z direction). 1 decorative member) and a second protective cover 314 coupled along the edge in the rear direction (eg, -Z direction). According to one embodiment, the first protective cover 315 and/or the second protective cover 314 may be formed of a metal or polymer material, and the first protective cover 315 and/or the second protective cover 325 ) may be used as a decoration member. According to various embodiments, the first protective cover 315 and/or the second protective cover 314 may be, for example, coated or colored glass, ceramic, polymer, or metal (eg, aluminum, stainless steel (STS)). , or magnesium) may be formed by at least one or a combination of at least two.

According to various embodiments, the electronic device 301 may include at least one of an audio output device 302 and camera devices 305 and 308 . These may correspond to the sound output module 155 and the camera module 180 of FIG. 1, or may correspond to the sound output modules 255A and 255B and the camera modules 280A and 280B of FIG. Descriptions overlapping with one structure are omitted.

In one embodiment, the electronic device of one embodiment may include a sensor module 304 (eg, sensor module 176 of FIG. 1 ). The sensor module 304 may generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to an internal operating state of the electronic device 301 or an external environmental state. For example, the sensor module 304 , which is an illuminance sensor, may be disposed under the display module 361 to detect an external environment through the display module 361 .

According to various embodiments, the sensor module 304 may include a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, an air pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an infrared (IR) sensor, a bio sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, and an illuminance sensor. , a proximity sensor, a biosensor, an ultrasonic sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

According to various embodiments, the camera devices 305 and 308 include a first camera device 305 (eg, a front camera device) disposed on the first surface 311 of the second housing 320 and a second housing. and a second camera device 308 disposed on the second side 312 of 320 . The electronic device 301 may further include a flash 309 disposed near the second camera device 308 . According to an embodiment, the camera devices 305 and 308 may include one or a plurality of lenses, an image sensor, and/or an image signal processor.

In one embodiment, flash 309 may include, for example, a light emitting diode or xenon lamp. According to an embodiment, the camera devices 305 and 308 may be arranged so that two or more lenses (eg, a wide-angle lens, an ultra wide-angle lens, or a telephoto lens) and image sensors are located in the electronic device 301 . In one embodiment, the camera devices 305 and 308 may include lenses and/or image sensors for time of flight (TOF).

According to various embodiments, the key input device 306 (eg, a key button) may be disposed on the third side surface 323c of the first side member 323 of the second housing 320 . In one embodiment, the key input device 306 may be disposed on the other sides 323a and 323b of the second housing 320 and/or on at least one side of the first housing 320 . In one embodiment, the electronic device 301 may not include some or all of the key input devices 306, and the key input devices 306 that are not included may have other forms such as soft keys on the display module 361. may be implemented as In one embodiment, the key input device 306 may be implemented using a pressure sensor included in the display module 361 .

4A is a perspective view of an electronic device 301 and an accessory device 350 according to an embodiment, and FIG. 4B is a side view of the electronic device 301 and an accessory device 350 according to an embodiment.

Referring to FIGS. 4A and 4B , an electronic device 301 according to various embodiments may include a detachable accessory device 350 .

In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 may be coupled to and separated from the housings 310 and 320 of the electronic device 301 . For example, in a reduced state of the electronic device 301 , the accessory device 350 may be separated from the electronic device 301 and carried separately or separately operated or charged. In the extended state of the electronic device 301, the accessory device 350 may be coupled to the electronic device 301 to support the expanded area of the electronic device 301, and depending on parts inside the accessory device 350, the electronic device 350 may be coupled to the electronic device 301. The capabilities of the device 301 can be extended. The accessory device 350 may be an individual product manufactured and/or sold separately from the electronic device 301, or the accessory device 350 may be manufactured and/or sold together with the electronic device 301, and may be tailored to a user's needs. It can be attached to and detached from the electronic device 301 according to the method.

In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 may include a main body 351 including a seating surface 390 and a coupling unit 370 . The seating surface 390 is a part of the first housing 310 that moves from the extended area 310a of the first housing 310, for example, the second housing 320 and is exposed to the outside of the second housing 320. Area 310a may be an area where it is seated. The seating surface 390 may support the extended area 361b of the display module 361 .

In one embodiment, as the display module 361 is extended, a portion of the display module 361 moves and deviates from the upper surface of the second housing 320 to become an 'expanded area 361b', while other areas It may be drawn out from the inside of the housings 310 and 320 and positioned on the upper surface of the second housing 320 to become a 'pre-expansion area 361a'. According to the movement of the display module 361, the 'pre-expansion area 361a' may be an expansion area drawn out from the electronic device 301, but hereinafter, based on the state after expansion, the second housing ( 320) The area located on the upper surface may be the pre-expansion area 361a, and the area deviating from the second housing 320 may be the expanded area 361b.

In one embodiment, the second housing 320 may be bulkier and heavier than the first housing 310 , and the first housing 310 may be relatively smaller in volume and lighter than the second housing 320 . For example, since the second housing 320 includes various parts such as a battery, a processor, and a memory therein, and since the first housing 310 needs to be moved, there may be limitations in increasing its weight. It may be heavier than (310). The entire expansion area 361a is supported by the first housing 310 and the second housing 320, the expanded area is supported by the first housing 310 and the accessory device 350, and the display module 361 ) can be reliably protected.

For example, when the accessory device 350 is not attached, the area extended from the display module 361 is protected only by the first housing 310, and thus may be relatively vulnerable to damage. Alternatively, when the user grips the electronic device 301 in a horizontal direction (eg, +/-Y direction), the weight difference between both ends and the structure may cause discomfort in gripping. Alternatively, when the electronic device 301 is placed on an external support (not shown) such as a floor or a table, the first housing 310 has a height difference from the second housing 320, and the first housing 310 One surface of the 310 (eg, one surface 316 in FIG. 3D) is spaced apart from an external support (not shown), and the electronic device 301 shakes or touches when the user touches the extended area 361b. Recognition can be difficult.

The accessory device 350 according to various embodiments of the present document may be attached to the electronic device 301 as needed according to the user's use environment, and the accessory device 350 supports the first housing 310 and displays the module ( 361), can give a sense of unity of weight and shape in the horizontal direction, and can secure user convenience.

In various embodiments, the accessory device 350 may support or protect an extended area of the electronic device 301, and the usability of the electronic device 301 can be customized to the user through various parts included in the accessory device 350. You can customize according to your needs. Extension of usability of the accessory device 350 will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 8A to 8C .

In various embodiments, the electronic device 301 may reduce internal components, secure an internal space, and implement miniaturization and slimming. For example, the electronic device 301 may include a battery module (eg, the battery module 353 of FIG. 8A), a camera module (eg, the input module 355 of FIG. 8B), and a sound output module (eg, the output of FIG. 8C). When a component such as the module 356 is required to secure space, the electronic device 301 becomes heavy or large, and it may be inconvenient for a user to carry it. In various embodiments of the present document, high-performance parts are included in the accessory device 350 according to the user's needs, and the electronic device 301 includes essential parts or general performance parts required for driving, The device 301 can be miniaturized and lightweight, can secure economic feasibility in manufacturing, and can implement a user-customized electronic device 301 through the accessory device 350 .

In one embodiment, the main body 351 may accommodate the first housing 310 and have a shape corresponding to the appearance of the second housing 320 . The main body 351 may include an upper surface 351 facing the screen display direction of the display module 361 and a plurality of side surfaces 353a, 353b, 353c, and 353d extending from the upper surface 351. The plurality of side surfaces 353a, 353b, 353c, and 353d include a first side surface 353a facing the expansion direction, a second side surface 353b opposite to the first side surface 353a and facing the contraction direction, and a first side surface ( Both side surfaces 353b and 353c extending from 353a) to the second side surface 353d may be included.

In one embodiment, the seating surface 390 may be provided on the upper surface 351 of the main body 351. The seating surface 390 may include a bottom surface 391 supporting the extended area 310a of the first housing 310 and a plurality of side surfaces 393a, 393b, and 393c extending from the bottom surface 391. . The plurality of side surfaces 393a, 393b, and 393c may include a first side surface 393a facing the expansion direction and both side surfaces 393b and 393c extending from the first side surface 393a to both sides.

In one embodiment, one side surface 323d of the second housing 320 of the electronic device 301 in the expansion direction may be coupled to one side surface 353d of the accessory device 350 in a direction facing each other.

In one embodiment, the external connection terminal 307 may be provided on at least one of the plurality of side surfaces 353a, 353b, 353c, and 353d of the electronic device 301. For example, the external connection terminal 307 faces the expansion direction among the plurality of side surfaces 353a, 353b, 353c, and 353d of the second housing 320 and the fourth side to which the accessory device 350 is coupled ( It may be provided on one of the second side surface 323b and the third side surface 323c adjacent to 323d). The user charges the electronic device 301 and/or the accessory device 350 through the external connection terminal 307 in both a state where the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 are separated and combined, or data from the outside. can send and receive.

The external connection terminal 307 according to another embodiment includes a plurality of side surfaces 353a, 353b, 353c, and 353d of the electronic device 301 and a plurality of side surfaces 353a, 353b, 353c, and 353d of the accessory device 350. At least one of them may be provided. When the external connection terminal 307 is provided in the accessory device 350, the accessory device 350 can be independently charged or transmit/receive data from the outside while being separated from the electronic device 301.

Although not limited thereto, the external connection terminal 307 may be provided in some areas of the housings 310 and 320 of the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 and the main body 351 .

In various embodiments, the plurality of sides 353a, 353b, 353c, and 353d of the electronic device 301 and the plurality of sides 353a, 353b, 353c, and 353d of the accessory device 350 are screens of the electronic device 301. In a state in which the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 are viewed in a display direction (eg, the +Z direction), it may be a side located in a plane (eg, an X-Y plane) direction. In an embodiment, a coupled state Both side surfaces 323c and 323d of the second housing 320 of the electronic device 301 in are connected to both side surfaces 393c and 393d of the main body 351 of the accessory device 350, respectively, and the second housing The side surface 323a of the contracting direction 320 may be located in a direction opposite to the side surface 393a of the main body 351 of the accessory device 350 . In various embodiments, the second housing 320 and the main body 351 may have structures corresponding to each other to give a sense of unity in appearance, and in a coupled state, the second housing 320 and the main body 351 are substantially It may have a continuous structure.

In one embodiment, the coupling unit 370 may connect the main body 351 of the accessory device 350 to the housings 310 and 320 of the electronic device 301 in a detachable manner. The coupling unit 370 may be disposed in a direction facing the housings 310 and 320 from the main body 351 and may be provided on one side surface 353d of the main body 351 . The coupling unit 370 of various embodiments may be implemented in various shapes and structures, such as a magnetic body, a hook, a bracket, or a bending structure.

In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 and the electronic device 301 may include a coupling unit 370 and an auxiliary coupling unit 371 that connect and support each other. The auxiliary coupling unit 371 may be provided on one surface 323d of the housings 310 and 320 in the expansion direction, and may be disposed to face the coupling unit 370 in a state in which the accessory device 350 is coupled thereto. . The auxiliary coupling unit 371 may be implemented in various structures in which the coupling unit 370 can be fastened to correspond to the structure, shape, and location of the coupling unit 370 .

In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 may include a connection unit 380 electrically connecting the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 . The connection unit 380 of one embodiment may be disposed in a direction facing the housings 310 and 320 from the main body 351, and may be provided on one side surface 353d of the main body 351. The connection unit 380 of various embodiments may include a connection terminal physically connected to the electronic device 301 . The connection terminal may be connected to the electronic device 301 to transmit/receive at least one of an electrical signal or power to the accessory device 350 .

In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 and the electronic device 301 may include a connection unit 380 and an auxiliary connection unit 381 electrically connected to each other. The auxiliary connection unit 381 may be provided on one surface 323d of the housings 310 and 320 in the extension direction, and may be disposed to face the connection unit 380 in a state in which the accessory device 350 is coupled thereto. . The auxiliary connection unit 381 may be implemented in various structures in which the connection unit 380 is connectable to correspond to the size and position of the connection unit 380 .

In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 and the electronic device 301 may include a connection pin 383 and a connection groove 385 interconnecting each other. The accessory device 350 and the electronic device 301 may include a plurality of connection pins 383 and connection grooves 385 , and the connection pins 383 may be inserted into the connection grooves 385 . In one embodiment, the connection pin 383 may be provided on one side surface 353d of the main body 351, and the connection groove 385 is provided on one surface 323d of the housings 310 and 320 in the expansion direction. can be provided. The connection pin 383 and the connection groove 385 may be disposed to face each other in a state in which the accessory device 350 is coupled.

In one embodiment, the connection pin 383 may be the coupling unit 370, or may be the connection unit 380, or may serve as both the coupling unit 370 and the coupling unit 380 at the same time . In one embodiment, the connection pin 383 is implemented as a pogo pin or a jig pin, which is a cylinder-shaped spring pin, to physically and/or electrically connect the accessory device 350 and the electrical device. .

In one embodiment, the connection unit 380 may include a wireless communication module (not shown) wirelessly connecting the accessory device 350 and the electronic device 301 . The connection unit 380 is wirelessly connected to the electronic device 301 to transmit/receive electrical signals or transmit/receive power through a wireless charging method without physically connecting the accessory device 350 and the electronic device 301. . In various embodiments, a wireless communication module (not shown) may detect when the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 are adjacent, such as a Bluetooth method or an NFC tag method, and automatically connect them.

In various embodiments, FIG. 4A shows the coupling unit 370, the connection unit 380, and the connection pin 383 separately, but this is for explaining the coupling of the accessory device 350 and the electronic device 301. It is an exemplary drawing, and is not limited thereto in actual implementation. For example, the accessory device 350 may include only one of the coupling unit 370 , the coupling unit 380 and the coupling pin 383 . Alternatively, one structure included in the accessory device 350 may simultaneously serve as at least two of the coupling unit 370 , the connection unit 380 , and the connection pin 383 .

For example, in an embodiment including a connection terminal of type C or type A, the connection terminal may be a connection unit 380 or a connection pin 383, and the connection terminal is inserted into the housings 310 and 320. and supports the main body 351, the connection terminal may be included in the coupling unit 370.

Hereinafter, in describing the accessory device 350 attached to and detached from the housings 310 and 320 of the electronic device 301, contents overlapping with the above description will be omitted, and the accessory device 350 and the electronic device 301 Various coupling methods, connection methods, and structures of the accessory device 350 will be mainly described.

5A is a side view of an electronic device 301 and an accessory device 350 according to an embodiment, FIG. 5B is a side view of the electronic device 301 and an accessory device 350 according to an embodiment, and FIG. A side view of the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 according to an embodiment, and FIG. 5D is a side view of the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 according to an embodiment.

Referring to FIGS. 5A to 5D , a coupling unit 370 according to various embodiments may include a first coupling unit 370a and a second coupling unit 370b.

In one embodiment, the coupling unit 370 is provided in an area in contact with the housings 310 and 320 in the main body 351, and may include a magnetic material that electrically interacts with the housings 310 and 320. In this case, the housings 310 and 320 may include an auxiliary magnetic body disposed to face the magnetic body in a coupled state. In various embodiments, the magnetic body and the auxiliary magnetic body may be made of magnetite having magnetism or a metal including a magnetic material. Alternatively, one of the magnetic body and the auxiliary magnetic body may be made of an electromagnetic induction device generating electromagnetic force, and may generate attraction using mutual electromagnetic force.

In one embodiment, there may be a plurality of coupling units 370, and may include a first coupling unit 370a and a second coupling unit 370b. The first coupling unit 370a is provided at one end 353d of the main body 351, for example, one end in contact with the second housing 320, and the main body 351 is coupled to the housings 310 and 320. If so, the main body 351 can be supported. The second coupling unit 370b may be provided in an area where the first housing 310 extends from the main body 351, and is coupled to the first housing 310 in an expanded state of the first housing 310. can The second coupling unit 370b may be provided on one side surface 393a of the seating surface 390 .

In one embodiment, the electronic device 301 includes a first auxiliary coupling unit 371a coupled to the first coupling unit 370a and a second auxiliary coupling unit 371b coupled to the second coupling unit 370b. can do. The first coupling unit 370a may be provided on one end 323d of the second housing 320 facing the accessory device 350, and the second auxiliary coupling unit 371b extends the first housing 310. It can be provided at one end of the direction to be.

Hereinafter, an operation in which the accessory device 350 and the electronic device 301 are combined and an operation in which the electronic device 301 is expanded may be described with reference to FIGS. 5A to 5D .

Referring to FIGS. 5A and 5B , the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 may come closer to each other over a predetermined interval, and the first coupling unit 370a and the first auxiliary coupling unit 371a exert mutual attraction. can cause The first coupling unit 370a may guide the accessory device 350 so that the accessory device 350 is coupled to an appropriate position of the electronic device 301 .

Referring to FIGS. 5C and 5D , the first housing 310 moves and the display module 361 can be extended, and when extended beyond a certain length, the second coupling unit 370b and the second auxiliary coupling unit ( 371b) can generate mutual attraction. The second coupling unit 370b may guide the first housing 310 and the display module 361 so that the first housing 310 and the display module 361 are coupled to an appropriate position on the seating surface 390 . 5d, the user similarly separates the accessory device 350 and the electronic device 301 by providing an external force equal to or greater than the attractive force between each coupling unit 370 and the auxiliary coupling unit 371 in the reverse order. can do.

In one embodiment, the coupling unit 370 of the accessory device 350 is provided adjacent to the seating surface 390 of the main body 351 and corresponds to the shape of the extended area of the first housing 310. It may include a coupling groove (375a) made of a shape. For example, the first housing 310 may include a bracket 375b provided on a surface facing the seating surface 390 in a coupled state, and the coupling groove 375a has a shape corresponding to the bracket 375b. can be made with The bracket 375b may be inserted into and fixed to the coupling groove 375a during the expansion process of the first housing 310 .

In various embodiments, the bracket 375b may guide the first housing 310 so that the first housing 310 moves in a predetermined direction in a state in which the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 are coupled. And, the first housing 310 may be supported so as to be fixed to the seating surface 390 . The coupling groove 375a and the bracket 375b may be one of various examples of the coupling unit 370 and the auxiliary coupling unit 371 .

6 is a side view of an electronic device 301 and an accessory device 350 according to an embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 6 , an electronic device 301 and an accessory device 350 according to various embodiments may include various types of coupling units 370 . FIG. 6 is a diagram for explaining various coupling units 370 in the accessory device 350 of the electronic device 301 of FIGS. 5A to 5D , and descriptions overlapping with the above are omitted.

In one embodiment, the coupling unit 370 may include a plurality of coupling units 370 that connect and support the accessory device 350 and the electronic device 301 . In various embodiments, the plurality of coupling units 370 may be made of a magnetic material and support the accessory device 350 and the electronic device 301 using magnetic force, but are not limited thereto, and the shape and shape of the coupling unit 370 Through the structure, it may have a structure that is closely connected to each other.

For example, a pair of side surfaces 323d and 353d on which the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 face each other in a coupled state may have a structure bent to correspond to each other. For example, one side surface 323d of the electronic device 301 may have a structure protruding in one direction (eg, -Y direction), and one side surface 353d of the accessory device 350 may have a structure protruding in one direction (eg, -Y direction). ) It may have a structure to be drawn in the opposite direction (eg, +Y direction) so as to be coupled with one side (323d). The pair of facing sides 323d and 353d face each other and are coupled, and may support the accessory device 350 and the electronic device 301 . In this case, the pair of facing sides 323d and 353d may be a pair of coupling units 370 .

For example, the second coupling unit 370b is disposed at one end of the seating surface 390, and the second auxiliary coupling unit 371b is disposed at one end of the first housing 310 in the expansion direction. The two coupling units 370b and the second auxiliary coupling unit 371b may act on each other or be coupled to each other to keep the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 fixed.

7A is a side view of an electronic device 301 and an accessory device 350 according to an embodiment, FIG. 7B is a side view of the electronic device 301 according to an embodiment, and FIG. 7B is an accessory device according to an embodiment. It is a side view of 350.

Referring to FIGS. 7A to 7C , an accessory device 350 according to various embodiments may include a hook 375, and an electronic device 301 may include a fastening groove 375c into which the hook 375 is inserted. 7A to 7C are diagrams for explaining various coupling units 370 and connection units 380 of the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 of FIGS. 5A to 5D, the content overlapping with the above description is omitted for explanation.

In one embodiment, the coupling unit 370 may include a hook 375 provided on one surface 353d of the main body 351 in contact with the housings 310 and 320 and inserted into the housings 310 and 320. can The hook 375 may include a pillar area 375a and a fastening area 375b, and the electronic device 301 is fastened into which the pillar area 375a and the fastening area 375b of the hook 375 are inserted and fixed. A groove 375c may be included. The hook 375 may be inserted into the fastening groove 375c to be fixed and separated.

For example, in a state in which the hook 375 is inserted into the fastening groove of the housings 310 and 320, the fastening area 375b moves into the pillar area 375a, and when the hook 375 is completely pulled in, again. The fastening area 375b may move outside the pillar area 375b and fix the hook 375 to the fastening groove 375c. The user controls the fastening area 375b to move inside and outside the pillar area 375b through a separate manipulation, and can couple and separate the accessory device 350 from and to the electronic device 301 .

For example, the fastening groove 375b may have a movable pressing structure to fix and separate the fastening region 375b, and the user may use the pressing structure of the fastening groove 375b through a separate operation to fasten the fastening region ( By controlling 375b) to push, the accessory device 350 may be coupled to and separated from the electronic device 301 .

In one embodiment, the electronic device 301 includes an auxiliary connection unit 381 disposed at the center of one surface 323d of the second housing 320 and spaced apart in both directions (eg, +/-X direction). A plurality of auxiliary coupling units 371 may be included. The plurality of auxiliary coupling units 371 may be provided adjacent to the pair of side surfaces 323b and 323c of the second housing 320 . In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 includes a connection unit 380 disposed at the center of one surface 353d of the main body 351 and a plurality of spaced apart arrangements in both directions (eg, +/−X direction). A coupling unit 370 may be included. A plurality of coupling units 370 may be provided adjacent to a pair of side surfaces 353b and 353c of the main body 351 .

In one embodiment, the connection unit 380 may have a structure protruding to the outside made of terminals, and the auxiliary connection unit 381 may have a structure made of terminal grooves to which the connection unit 380 is fastened and protrude to the inside. can The plurality of coupling units 370 and the plurality of auxiliary coupling units 371 may be made of a magnetic material to generate attractive force.

In one embodiment, the first housing 310 may include a first bent portion 310b that is bent from the center in both directions (eg, +/−X direction) perpendicular to the extension direction. In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 may include a second bent part 391 bent in both directions (eg, +/−X direction) corresponding to the first bent part 310b. The first bent portion 310b and the second bent portion 391 may guide a path along which the first housing 310 moves on the seating surface 390, and the first housing 310 is seated on the seating surface in a coupled state. The first housing 310 may be fixed so as not to be separated from the 390 . The first bent part 310b and the second bent part 391 may be one of a pair of coupling units 370 and 371 according to various embodiments.

In one embodiment, the plurality of coupling units 370 and the plurality of auxiliary coupling units 371 guide the coupling direction of the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350, and the connection unit 380 and the auxiliary connection unit ( 381 may couple and electrically connect the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 . In the coupled state, the first bent part 310b and the second bent part 391 guide the moving path of the first housing 310, and the first housing 310 is stably extended to the seating surface 390. can help you get it fixed.

The electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 of FIGS. 5A to 7C are for explaining the coupling unit 370 and the connection unit 380 of various embodiments, and in actual implementation, the structure and location shown in the drawings It is not limited, and can be implemented in various ways by modifying within a range easily changeable by those skilled in the art, omitting some structures, or adding or replacing other structures.

8A is a diagram illustrating a configuration of an accessory device 350 according to an embodiment, FIG. 8B is a diagram illustrating a configuration of the accessory device 350 according to an embodiment, and FIG. 8C is a diagram illustrating the configuration of the accessory device 350 according to an embodiment. It is a diagram showing the configuration of the accessory device 350.

Referring to FIGS. 8A to 8C , an accessory device 350 may include at least one of a battery module 353 , a memory module 354 , an input module 355 , and an output module 356 .

In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 is disposed inside the main body 351 and may include a controller 352 that controls driving of the accessory device 350 . The controller 352 may be connected to the connection unit 380 and may be connected to the electronic device 301 through the connection unit 380 . The controller 352 may detect a connection with the electronic device 301 and transmit/receive electrical signals from the electronic device 301 .

In one embodiment, accessory device 350 may include battery module 353 . The battery module 353 may supply power for driving the accessory device 350 or perform a function of an auxiliary battery supplying power for driving the electronic device 301 . In order for the electronic device 301 to be miniaturized and driven with high performance, it may be necessary to secure space for a battery (eg, the battery 189 of FIG. 1 ). The accessory device 350 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure assists the battery 189 of the electronic device 301 to supply power to the electronic device 301 and functions as an auxiliary battery for driving the electronic device 301. can be done The accessory device 350 of various embodiments may reduce the space of the battery 189 in the internal structural design of the electronic device 301 through the battery module 353 performing the function of the auxiliary battery, and the electronic device 301 can help in miniaturization and high performance.

The battery module 353 of various embodiments may be connected to and charged with an external power supply device (not shown) through the connection unit 380 of the accessory device 350 or a separate charging terminal (not shown). Alternatively, while the battery module 353 is connected to the electronic device 301 , the electronic device 301 may be connected to an external power supply device (not shown) to be charged together with the battery of the electronic device 301 .

In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 8A , accessory device 350 may include a memory module 354 . The memory module 354 may be a storage device for driving the accessory device 350, or perform a function of an auxiliary memory that stores data for driving the electronic device 301 and provides them to the electronic device 301. can do. The memory module 354 is connected to the controller 352, and the controller 352 is a processor (eg, the processor 120 of FIG. 1) or a memory (eg, the processor 120 of FIG. 1) of the electronic device 301 through the connection unit 380 It is connected to the memory 130 of No. 1, and may transmit or receive data to the electronic device 301.

In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 8B , accessory device 350 may include an input module 355 . In various embodiments, the input module 355 may receive a signal from the outside and transfer the input signal to the electronic device 301 . For example, the input module 355 may be a camera module having a high-performance camera. The electronic device 301 may require a relatively bulky lens and sensor in order to provide a high-performance camera function, and as a result, the electronic device 301 has an external appearance in which the camera protrudes from the housings 310 and 320. Alternatively, a space occupied by a camera module (eg, the camera module 180 of FIG. 1 ) in the electronic device 301 may increase. The accessory device 350 according to various embodiments of the present document assists the camera module of the electronic device 301 to provide a high-performance camera function to the electronic device 301, and in the internal structural design of the electronic device 301, the camera module ( 180) can be reduced, and the electronic device 301 can be miniaturized and improved in performance.

In various embodiments, the input module 355 may be implemented with various input devices other than a camera module. For example, the input module 355 may be a sensor module or an input device that controls driving of the electronic device 301 such as a physical keyboard or a touch pad.

In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 8C , accessory device 350 may include an output module 356 . In various embodiments, the output module 356 may receive an output signal from the electronic device 301 and output it to the outside. For example, the output module 356 may be a sound output module 356 having a high-performance speaker. The electronic device 301 may require a relatively bulky diaphragm or resonant space to provide a high-performance speaker function, and due to this, the electronic device 301 may require a sound output module (eg, the sound output module of FIG. 1 ( 155)) may increase the space occupied. The accessory device 350 according to various embodiments of the present document provides a high-performance speaker function to the electronic device 301 by assisting the sound output module 155 of the electronic device 301, and designs the internal structure of the electronic device 301. The space of the sound output module 155 can be reduced in , and miniaturization and high performance of the electronic device 301 can be helped.

In various embodiments, the output module 356 may be implemented as various output devices other than a speaker module. For example, the output module 356 may be a module device including a sub display module that assists the display module (eg, the display module 160 of FIG. 1 ) of the electronic device 301 . Alternatively, the output module 356 may be a wireless earphone, and the accessory device 350 may be a case that charges the wireless earphone and protects it for easy portability.

9A is a front view of an electronic device 301 and an accessory device 350 according to an embodiment, FIG. 9B is a front view of the accessory device 350 according to an embodiment, and FIG. 9C is an accessory device according to an embodiment. It is a front view of (350).

Referring to FIGS. 9A to 9C , an accessory device 350 according to various embodiments may include a first body 351a and a second body 351b. In the description of FIGS. 9A to 9C , descriptions overlapping with the above description will be omitted.

In one embodiment, the main body 351 includes a first body 351a coupled to the housings 310 and 320 and an extension direction in which the housings 310 and 320 move from the first body 351a (eg, -Y direction) and the second body 351b moving in the contraction direction (eg, the +Y direction). The first body 351a is disposed to face the second housing 320 of the electronic device 301, and the second body 351b has a direction opposite to the electronic device 301 based on the first body 351a. can be placed in

In one embodiment, the seating surface 390 is provided on the first body 351a and the second body 351b, and is interlocked when the main body 351 is expanded and contracted by the movement of the second body 351b. can be expanded and contracted. As the second body 351b moves in the expansion and contraction directions, the main body 351 may expand and contract.

In one embodiment, the main body 351 has an auxiliary extension region 351c added in an extension direction in a state in which the second body 351b is moved, and the seating surface 390 is the extension of the main body 351. It may include an extended seating area 390a corresponding to the secondary expansion area 351c that is provided.

In one embodiment, the first housing 310 of the electronic device 301 moves in response to the expansion state of the main body 351, and the display module 361 may be expanded in association with this movement. As the main body 351 is extended, the display module 361 can be further extended as much as the extended seating area 390a of the seating surface 390, and the screen display areas of the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 are can be widened In various embodiments, the expandable main body 351 can reduce the volume of the accessory device 350 in a state of being separated from the electronic device 301 and improve the portability of the accessory device 350 .

In one embodiment, the first body 351a includes a rail 357a extending in the direction of the second body 351b (eg, -Y direction) and a prevention jaw 357b limiting the expansion of the first body 351a. An extension member 357 including a may be included, and the second body 351b may expand and contract the main body 351 while moving in association with the rail 357a.

In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 may include extension sensors 358a and 358b that detect the movement state of the second body 351b. For example, the extended sensors 358a and 358b may include a first sensor 358a and a second sensor 358b disposed on the first body 351a and the second body 351b, respectively. The first sensor 358a and the second sensor 358b are arranged to face each other, and can detect a distance separated by the movement of the first body 351a and the second body 351b, and the accessory device 350 ) may detect the extended state of the accessory device 350 based on the distance between the first sensor 358a and the second sensor 358b. For example, the extended sensors 358a and 358b may be optical sensors or magnetic sensors.

10A is a front view of an electronic device 301 according to an embodiment, FIG. 10B is a front view of the electronic device 301 according to an embodiment, and FIG. 10C is an electronic device 301 and an accessory device according to an embodiment. 350 , and FIG. 10D is a front view of the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 according to an embodiment.

Referring to FIGS. 10A to 10D , the electronic device 301 may include a side cover 330 detachable from the electronic device 301 and/or the accessory device 350 .

In one embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B , a side cover 330 may be coupled to one surface 323d of the electronic device 301 . The side cover 330 may be coupled to or separated from the side surface 323d of the electronic device 301 in an extension direction (eg, -Y direction).

In one embodiment, the side cover 330 is opposed to one side (330a) facing the expansion direction, both side surfaces (330b, 330c) and one side (330a) leading from both ends of the one side (330a) and both sides It continues from (330b, 330c) and may include a surface (330d) facing the electronic device (301). The side cover 330 includes a first fixing member 331 protruding from one surface 330d, and the housings 310 and 320 are provided on one surface 323d so that the first fixing member 331 is inserted. A fixing groove 332 may be included.

In one embodiment, the side cover 330 may be coupled to the second housing 320 in a reduced state of the electronic device 301, and the user may use the electronic device 301 as an operation before expanding the electronic device 301. ) It is possible to separate the side cover 330 from.

In one embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 10C and 10D , an accessory device 350 is coupled to one surface 323d of the electronic device 301, and a side surface 353a of the accessory device 350 A cover 330 may be coupled. Each of the accessory device 350 and the side cover 330 may be coupled to or separated from the side surfaces 323d and 353a in the extension direction (eg, -Y direction) of the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 .

In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 includes a second fixing member 375 protruding from a surface 353d facing the electronic device 301, and the accessory device 350 includes a first fixing member 331 ) It may include a fixing groove 332 provided on one side (353a) facing the side cover 330 so that it is drawn in.

In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 is coupled to the electronic device 301, the side cover 330 is coupled to the accessory device 350, and the first housing 310 and the display module 361 are a seating surface. It can move from the top of 390 to the area adjacent to the side cover 330 .

For example, in a state in which the accessory device 350 and the side cover 330 are coupled, the seating surface 390 may contact or substantially coincide with one surface 330d of one end 393a, and the first housing 310 may extend to one end 393a of the seating surface 390 . The screen display area of the display module 361 may be expanded from the pre-expanded area 361a to the expanded area 361b.

In various embodiments, the side cover 330, which is selectively detachable from the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350, reduces the volume of the accessory device 350 in a state separated from the electronic device 301, and the accessory device 301. The portability of device 350 may be improved. In addition, the side cover 330 protects the auxiliary coupling unit 371 and the auxiliary connection unit 381 of the electronic device 301 from being exposed to the outside when the accessory device 350 is separated, and through them, the electronic device (301) It is possible to prevent water or foreign substances from entering the inside.

In the accessory device 350 detachably attached to the electronic device 301 including the expandable housings 310 and 320 and the display module 361 extending in conjunction with the housings 310 and 320 according to various embodiments, the accessory The device 350 includes a main body 351 including a seating surface 390 on which the extended areas of the housings 310 and 320 are seated and which supports the extended area 361b of the display module 361 and the main body 351 may include a coupling unit 370 that is detachably connected to the housings 310 and 320 .

In one embodiment, the coupling unit 370 is provided in an area in contact with the housings 310 and 320 in the main body 351 and may include a magnetic material that electromagnetically interacts with the housings 310 and 320. .

In one embodiment, the coupling unit 370 is provided in an area in contact with the housings 310 and 320 in the main body 351, and may include a hook 375 drawn into the housings 310 and 320.

In one embodiment, the coupling unit 370 is provided adjacent to the seating surface 390 of the main body 351 and has a coupling groove formed in a shape corresponding to the shape of the extended area of the housings 310 and 320 ( 375a).

In one embodiment, the coupling unit 370 is provided at one end of the main body 351 and coupled to the housings 310 and 320, the first coupling unit 370a supporting the main body 351 and the main body ( 351) may include a second coupling unit 370b coupled to the extended regions of the housings 310 and 320.

In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 may include a connection unit 380 electrically connecting the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 .

In one embodiment, the connection unit 380 may include a connection terminal connected to the electronic device 301 to transmit and receive at least one of an electrical signal and power.

In one embodiment, the connection unit 380 may include a wireless connection module that is wirelessly connected to the electronic device 301 and transmits and receives at least one of an electrical signal and power.

In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 may include a battery module 353 that charges the electronic device 301 with power when connected to the electronic device 301 .

In one embodiment, accessory device 350 may include a memory module 354 that stores data and a controller 352 that communicates data from memory module 354 to electronic device 301 .

In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 may include an input module 355 that transmits an input signal to the electronic device 301 .

In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 may include an output module 356 that receives an output signal from the electronic device 301 and outputs it to the outside.

In one embodiment, the main body 351 has a first body 351a coupled to the housings 310 and 320, and the housings 310 and 320 move from the first body 351a in an expansion direction and a contraction direction. A moving second body 351b may be included.

In one embodiment, the seating surface 390 is provided on the first body 351a and the second body 351b, and when the main body 351 is expanded and contracted by the movement of the second body 351b, this It can be expanded and contracted in conjunction.

In an embodiment, the accessory device 350 receives the detection result from the extension sensors 358a and 358b and the extension sensors 358a and 358b that detect the movement state of the second body 351b and sends the electronic device 301 It may include a controller 352 that transmits the expansion state of the main body 351 as a raw material.

An electronic device 301 according to another embodiment includes a first housing 310 and a second housing 320, and the first housing 310 extends and contracts with respect to the second housing 320. The moving housings 310 and 320, the display module 361 supported by the first housing 310, and the screen display area expanding and contracting in association with the movement of the first housing 310, and the housings 310 and 320 ) Attached to and detached from the auxiliary coupling unit 371 and the housings 310 and 320 provided on one side of the expansion direction, and supporting the housings 310 and 320 while the housings 310 and 320 are extended ( 350), and the accessory device 350 includes a seating surface 390 on which the extended area of the first housing 310 is seated and which supports the extended area 361b of the display module 361. The main body 351 and the main body 351 may include a coupling unit 370 that is detachably connected to the housings 310 and 320 .

In one embodiment, the first housing 310 includes a bracket 375b provided on a surface facing the seating surface 390, and the coupling unit 370 includes the seating surface 390 of the main body 351. ), and may include a coupling groove 375a having a shape corresponding to the shape of the bracket 375b.

In one embodiment, the coupling unit 370 is provided at one end of the main body 351 in contact with the second housing 320, the first coupling unit 370a coupled to the second housing 320 and the main The body 351 may include a second coupling unit 370b coupled to the first housing 310 in an extended state.

In one embodiment, the accessory device 350 may include a connection unit 380 electrically connecting the electronic device 301 and the accessory device 350 .

In one embodiment, the main body 351 includes a first body 351a coupled to the second housing 320 and a second body 351b moving in expansion and contraction directions from the first body 351a. can include

Although preferred embodiments have been shown and described above, the present disclosure is not limited to the specific embodiments described above, and is available to those skilled in the art to which the present disclosure belongs without departing from the subject matter claimed on the claims. Of course, various modified implementations are possible, and these modified implementations should not be individually understood from the technical idea or perspective.

Claims (20)

An accessory device detachably attached to an electronic device including an expandable housing and a display module extending in conjunction with the housing,
a main body including a seating surface on which the extended region of the housing is seated and supporting the extended region of the display module; and
An accessory device including a coupling unit detachably connected to the main body to the housing. According to claim 1,
The coupling unit is
An accessory device comprising a magnetic body provided in an area in contact with the housing in the main body and electromagnetically interacting with the housing. According to claim 1,
The coupling unit is
An accessory device comprising a hook provided in an area in contact with the housing in the main body and inserted into the housing. According to claim 1,
The coupling unit is
An accessory device comprising a coupling groove provided adjacent to a seating surface of the main body and having a shape corresponding to a shape of an area to which the housing extends. According to claim 1,
The coupling unit is
A first coupling unit provided at one end of the main body and supporting the main body when coupled to the housing; and
An accessory device comprising a second coupling unit coupled to an extended area of the housing in the main body. According to claim 1,
The accessory device,
An accessory device including a connection unit electrically connecting the electronic device and the accessory device. According to claim 6,
The connection unit is
An accessory device comprising a connection terminal connected to the electronic device to transmit and receive at least one of an electrical signal and power. According to claim 6,
The connection unit is
An accessory device comprising a wireless connection module wirelessly connected to the electronic device to transmit and receive at least one of an electrical signal and power. According to claim 1,
The accessory device,
An accessory device including a battery module that charges power to the electronic device when connected to the electronic device. According to claim 1,
The accessory device,
An accessory device comprising a memory module that stores data and a controller that communicates data from the memory module to the electronic device. According to claim 1,
The accessory device,
An accessory device comprising an input module for transmitting an input signal to the electronic device. According to claim 1,
The accessory device,
An accessory device comprising an output module that receives an output signal from the electronic device and outputs it to the outside. According to claim 1,
The main body,
A first body coupled to the housing and
An accessory device comprising a second body that moves in an expansion direction and a contraction direction in which the housing moves from the first body. According to claim 13,
The seating surface is
An accessory device that is provided on the first body and the second body and expands and contracts in association with the expansion and contraction of the main body by movement of the second body. According to claim 13,
The accessory device,
An extension sensor for detecting the movement state of the second body, and
An accessory device including a controller receiving a detection result from the extension sensor and transmitting an extension state of the main body to the electronic device. a housing comprising a first housing and a second housing, wherein the first housing moves in an expansion direction and a contraction direction with respect to the second housing;
a display module supported by the first housing and having a screen display area expanded and contracted in association with movement of the first housing;
an auxiliary coupling unit provided on one surface of the housing in the extension direction; and
An accessory device attached to and detached from the housing and supporting the housing in an extended state,
The accessory device,
a main body including a seating surface on which the extended region of the first housing is seated and supporting the extended region of the display module; and
An electronic device including a coupling unit that connects the main body to the housing in a detachable manner. According to claim 16,
The first housing includes a bracket provided on a surface facing the seating surface,
The coupling unit includes a coupling groove provided adjacent to a seating surface of the main body and having a shape corresponding to a shape of the bracket. According to claim 16,
The coupling unit is
A first coupling unit provided at one end of the main body in contact with the second housing and coupled to the second housing; and
and a second coupling unit coupled to the first housing in an extended state of the first housing in the main body. According to claim 16,
The accessory device,
An electronic device comprising a connection unit electrically connecting the electronic device and the accessory device. According to claim 16,
The main body,
A first body coupled to the second housing and
An electronic device comprising a second body moving from the first body in the expansion direction and the contraction direction.

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