KR20230148720A - Electronic device including dual vibration motor and method thereof - Google Patents

Abstract

An electronic device according to an embodiment includes a first housing, a second housing movably coupled to the first housing, a flexible display, a first vibration motor in the first housing, and a second vibration motor in the second housing. , and at least one processor. The at least one processor receives a touch input through the display area of the flexible display, and in response to the touch input, determines a first distance and the position between a location of a contact point of the touch input and the first vibration motor. By identifying a second distance between and the second vibration motor, and adjusting the intensity of vibration provided through the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor based on the first distance and the second distance, Configured to provide haptic notifications.

Description

Electronic device including dual vibration motor and method thereof {ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCLUDING DUAL VIBRATION MOTOR AND METHOD THEREOF }

Various embodiments relate to an electronic device and method including a dual vibration motor.

In order to achieve portability and usability of electronic devices, rollable displays that can provide a large screen display when needed are being developed. A rollable display may mean a flexible display, foldable display, or slideable display.

The electronic device can provide haptic notifications to the user. For example, an electronic device may provide a haptic notification based on a user's touch input. The electronic device may include a vibration motor to provide haptic notifications.

In the flexible display of an electronic device, the area of the display can be expanded or reduced according to the movement of the housing. In order to expand or reduce the size of the display area of a flexible display, an electronic device may have two or more housings movably coupled to each other. As two or more housings move, vibration transmitted from the vibration motor within the housing to the display area may vary.

Electronic devices according to various embodiments may provide vibration of substantially the same intensity throughout the display area.

The technical problem to be achieved in this document is not limited to the technical problem mentioned above, and other technical problems not mentioned can be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below. There will be.

An electronic device according to an embodiment may include a first housing, a second housing, a flexible display, a first vibration motor, a second vibration motor, and at least one processor.

The second housing may be coupled to the first housing so as to be movable in a first direction with respect to the first housing or in a second direction opposite to the first direction. The flexible display may be retractable into the first housing as the second housing moves in the first direction. The flexible display may be withdrawn from the first housing as it moves in the second direction. The first vibration motor may be disposed in the first housing. The second vibration motor may be disposed in the second housing. The at least one processor may be operatively connected to the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor. The at least one processor may be configured to receive a touch input for the flexible display. The at least one processor is configured to, in response to the touch input, identify a first distance between the location of the contact point of the touch input and the first vibration motor and a second distance between the location and the second vibration motor. It can be. The at least one processor provides a haptic notification for the touch input by adjusting the vibration intensity of the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor based on identifying the first distance and the second distance. It can be configured to do so.

A method of an electronic device according to an embodiment includes receiving a touch input on a flexible display of the electronic device, and in response to the touch input, determining the location of a contact point of the touch input and placing it in a first housing of the electronic device. identifying a first distance between a first vibration motor and a second distance between the location and the second vibration motor disposed in a second housing of the electronic device, identifying the first distance and the second distance; Based on this, the method may include providing a haptic notification for the touch input by adjusting the intensity of vibration to be provided through the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor.

It may include vibration motors disposed in each of the movably coupled housings. The electronic device according to one embodiment may provide a haptic notification of a certain intensity to the user by controlling the operation of vibration motors based on the contact point of the touch input.

The effects that can be obtained from the present disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned can be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below. will be.

1 is a block diagram of an electronic device in a network environment according to various embodiments.
FIG. 2A is a front view of a first state of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
FIG. 2B is a rear view of a first state of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
FIG. 2C is a front view of a second state of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
FIG. 2D is a rear view of a second state of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
FIG. 3A is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
FIG. 3B is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of an electronic device cut along line A-A' of FIG. 3A according to an embodiment.
4 is a rear view of a first state and a second state of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
Figure 5 is a schematic block diagram of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
FIG. 6A is a flowchart illustrating an example of an operation for providing a haptic notification according to a touch input of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
FIG. 6B illustrates a touch input to a designated area of an electronic device according to one embodiment.
FIG. 7A shows an example in which a first vibration motor and a second vibration motor operate based on the state of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
FIG. 7B is a flowchart illustrating an example of an operation for providing a haptic notification based on the state of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
FIG. 8A shows a plurality of first areas of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
FIG. 8B shows a plurality of second areas of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
FIG. 8C is a flowchart illustrating an example of an operation for providing a haptic notification according to a touch position of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
FIG. 9A shows an example in which a first vibration motor and a second vibration motor operate based on the state of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
FIG. 9B is a flowchart illustrating an example of an operation for adjusting the intensity of vibration of vibration motors based on a moving distance of the second housing of the electronic device according to an embodiment.
FIG. 10A shows vibration transmitted to a designated area of an electronic device according to one embodiment.
FIG. 10B is a graph showing vibration transmitted according to distance from vibration motors to a designated area of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
FIG. 11A shows a state in which a plurality of visual objects each showing a plurality of first areas are displayed on the display of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
Figure 11b shows an example of a settings window provided through a flexible display.
FIG. 11C is a flowchart illustrating an example of an operation for adjusting reference values through an interface of an electronic device according to an embodiment.
Figure 12 shows a stopper of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

1 is a block diagram of an electronic device in a network environment, according to various embodiments.

Referring to FIG. 1, in the network environment 100, the electronic device 101 communicates with the electronic device 102 through a first network 198 (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network) or a second network 199. It is possible to communicate with the electronic device 104 or the server 108 through (e.g., a long-distance wireless communication network). According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may communicate with the electronic device 104 through the server 108. According to one 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, and 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 may include an antenna module 197. In some embodiments, at least one of these components (eg, the connection terminal 178) may be omitted, or one or more other components may be added to the electronic device 101. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., sensor module 176, camera module 180, or antenna module 197) are integrated into one component (e.g., display module 160). It can be.

The processor 120, for example, executes software (e.g., program 140) to operate at least one other component (e.g., hardware or software component) of the electronic device 101 connected to the processor 120. It can be controlled and various data processing or operations can be performed. According to one embodiment, as at least part of data processing or computation, the processor 120 stores commands or data received from another component (e.g., sensor module 176 or communication module 190) in volatile memory 132. The commands or data stored in the volatile memory 132 can be processed, and the resulting data can be stored in the non-volatile memory 134. According to one embodiment, the processor 120 includes a main processor 121 (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or an auxiliary processor 123 that can operate independently or together (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural network processing unit ( It may include a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor). For example, if the electronic device 101 includes a main processor 121 and a auxiliary processor 123, the auxiliary processor 123 may be set to use lower power than the main processor 121 or be specialized for a designated function. You can. The auxiliary processor 123 may be implemented separately from the main processor 121 or as part of it.

The auxiliary processor 123 may, for example, act on behalf of the main processor 121 while the main processor 121 is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or while the main processor 121 is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. ), together with the main processor 121, at least one of the components of the electronic device 101 (e.g., the display module 160, the sensor module 176, or the communication module 190) At least some of the functions or states related to can be controlled. According to one embodiment, co-processor 123 (e.g., image signal processor or communication processor) may be implemented as part of another functionally related component (e.g., camera module 180 or communication module 190). there is. According to one embodiment, the auxiliary processor 123 (eg, neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. Artificial intelligence models can be created through machine learning. For example, such learning may be performed in the electronic device 101 itself, where artificial intelligence is performed, or may be performed through a separate server (e.g., server 108). Learning algorithms may include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but It is not limited. An artificial intelligence model may include multiple artificial neural network layers. Artificial neural networks include deep neural network (DNN), convolutional neural network (CNN), recurrent neural network (RNN), restricted boltzmann machine (RBM), belief deep network (DBN), bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), It may be one of deep Q-networks or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to hardware structures, artificial intelligence models may additionally or alternatively include software 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. Data may include, for example, input data or output data for software (e.g., program 140) and instructions related thereto. 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 application 146.

The input module 150 may receive commands or data to be used in a component of the electronic device 101 (e.g., the processor 120) from outside the electronic device 101 (e.g., a user). The input module 150 may include, for example, a microphone, mouse, keyboard, keys (eg, buttons), or digital pen (eg, 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. Speakers can be used for general purposes such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. According to one embodiment, the receiver may be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of it.

The display module 160 can 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 one 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 can convert sound into an electrical signal or, conversely, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module 170 acquires sound through the input module 150, the sound output module 155, or an external electronic device (e.g., directly or wirelessly connected to the electronic device 101). Sound may be output through the electronic device 102 (e.g., speaker or headphone).

The sensor module 176 detects the operating state (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device 101 or the external environmental state (e.g., 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 includes, 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 biometric sensor, It may include a temperature sensor, humidity sensor, or light sensor.

The interface 177 may support one or more designated protocols that can 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 can 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 can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimulation (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimulation that the user can 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 can 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 can manage power supplied to the electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, the power management module 188 may be implemented as at least a part of, for example, a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

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.

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

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

The antenna module 197 may transmit or receive signals or power to or from the outside (eg, an external electronic device). According to one embodiment, the antenna module 197 may include an antenna including a radiator made 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, for example, connected to the plurality of antennas by the communication module 190. can be selected. Signals or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module 190 and an external electronic device through the at least one selected antenna. According to some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, other components (eg, radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as part of the antenna module 197.

According to various embodiments, the antenna module 197 may form a mmWave antenna module. According to one embodiment, a mmWave antenna module includes a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent to a first side (e.g., bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high frequency band (e.g., mmWave band); And a plurality of antennas (e.g., array antennas) disposed on or adjacent to the second side (e.g., top or side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in 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 (e.g., 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 one 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 of the same or different type as the electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations performed in the electronic device 101 may be executed in one or more of 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 may perform the function or service instead of executing the function or service on its own. Alternatively, or additionally, one or more external electronic devices may be requested to perform at least part of the function or service. One or more external electronic devices that have received the request may execute at least part of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device 101. The electronic device 101 may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least part of a response to the request. For this purpose, for example, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology can 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 one 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 (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

FIG. 2A is a front view of a first state of an electronic device according to an embodiment. FIG. 2B is a rear view of a first state of an electronic device according to an embodiment. FIG. 2C is a front view of a second state of an electronic device according to an embodiment. FIG. 2D is a rear view of a second state of an electronic device according to an embodiment.

Referring to FIGS. 2A, 2B, 2C, and 2D, the electronic device 200 (e.g., the electronic device 101 of FIG. 1) according to one embodiment includes a first housing 210 and a second housing. 220, a display 230 (eg, display module 160 of FIG. 1), and a camera 240 (eg, camera module 180 of FIG. 1). According to one embodiment, the second housing 220 may be slidable relative to the first housing 210 . For example, the second housing 220 may move within a specified distance along a first direction (eg, +y direction) with respect to the first housing 210 . When the second housing 220 moves along the first direction, the distance between the side 220a of the second housing 220 facing the first direction and the first housing 210 may increase. For another example, the second housing 220 may move within a specified distance along a second direction (eg, -y direction) opposite to the first direction with respect to the first housing 210 . When the second housing 220 moves along the second direction, the distance between the side 220a of the second housing 220 facing the first direction and the first housing 210 may decrease. According to one embodiment, the second housing 220 may linearly reciprocate with respect to the first housing 210 by sliding relative to the first housing 210 . For example, at least a portion of the second housing 220 may be retractable into the first housing 210 or may be withdrawn from the first housing 210 .

According to one embodiment, the electronic device 200 may be called a “slidable electronic device” since the second housing 220 is designed to be slidable with respect to the first housing 210. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 200 moves at least a portion of the display 230 into the inside of the second housing 220 (or the first housing 210) based on the slide movement of the second housing 220. As it is designed to be rolled around, it can be named a “rollable electronic device”.

According to one embodiment, the first state of the electronic device 200 is defined as a state in which the second housing 220 moves in the second direction (e.g., a contracted state or a slide-in state). It can be. For example, in the first state of the electronic device 200, the second housing 220 may be movable in the first direction, but may not be movable in the second direction. In the first state of the electronic device 200, the distance between the side 220a of the second housing 220 and the first housing 210 may increase, but may not decrease, as the second housing 220 moves. It may not be possible. For another example, in the first state of the electronic device 200, a portion of the second housing 220 may be withdrawn into the first housing 210, but may not be retractable. According to one embodiment, the first state of the electronic device 200 may be defined as a state in which the second area 230b of the display 230 is not visually exposed from the outside of the electronic device 200. For example, in the first state of the electronic device 200, the second area 230b of the display 230 is formed by the first housing 210 and/or the second housing 220. ) and may not be visible from the outside of the electronic device 200.

According to one embodiment, the second state of the electronic device 200 is defined as a state in which the second housing 220 moves in the first direction (e.g., a contracted state, or a slide-in state). It can be. For example, in the second state of the electronic device 200, the second housing 220 may be movable in the second direction, but may not be movable in the first direction. In the second state of the electronic device 200, the distance between the side 220a of the second housing 220 and the first housing 210 may decrease as the second housing 220 moves, but does not increase. It may not be possible. For another example, in the second state of the electronic device 200, a portion of the second housing 220 may be retractable into the first housing 210, but may not be retractable from the first housing 210. . According to one embodiment, the second state of the electronic device 200 may be defined as a state in which the second area 230b of the display 230 is visually exposed from the outside of the electronic device 200. For example, in the second state of the electronic device 200, the second area 230b of the display 230 is drawn out from the internal space of the electronic device 200 and is visible from the outside of the electronic device 200. (visible) can.

According to one embodiment, when the second housing 220 moves from the first housing 210 in the first direction, at least a portion of the second housing 220 and/or the second area 230b of the display 230 Can be drawn out from the first housing 210 by the drawn-out length d1 corresponding to the moving distance of the second housing 220. According to one embodiment, the second housing 220 may reciprocate within a specified distance d2. According to one embodiment, the draw length d1 may have a size ranging from approximately 0 to a specified distance d2.

According to one embodiment, the state of the electronic device 200 is determined by manual operation by a user, or by a driving module (not shown) disposed inside the first housing 210 or the second housing 220. ), it may be convertible between the second state and/or the first state. According to one embodiment, the driving module may trigger an operation based on a user input. According to one embodiment, user input for triggering the operation of the driving module may include touch input, force touch input, and/or gesture input through the display 230. According to another embodiment, the user input for triggering the operation of the driving module includes voice input (voice input) or input of a physical button exposed to the outside of the first housing 210 or the second housing 220. can do. According to one embodiment, the driving module may be driven in a semi-automatic manner in which an operation is triggered when a manual operation by an external force of the user is detected.

According to one embodiment, the first state of the electronic device 200 may be referred to as a first shape, and the second state of the electronic device 200 may be referred to as a second shape. For example, the first shape may include a normal state, a collapsed state, or a closed state, and the second shape may include an open state. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 200 may form a third state (eg, an intermediate state) that is a state between the first state and the second state. For example, the third state may be referred to as a third shape, and the third shape may include a free stop state.

According to one embodiment, the display 230 may be visible (or viewable) from the outside through the front direction (e.g., -z direction) of the electronic device 200 so as to display visual information to the user. . For example, the display 230 may include a flexible display. According to one embodiment, the display 230 is disposed in the second housing 220 and is pulled out from the internal space (not shown) of the electronic device 200 as the second housing 220 moves, or is removed from the electronic device 200. It can be introduced into the internal space of (200). The internal space of the electronic device 200 may refer to the space within the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 formed by combining the first housing 210 and the second housing 220. . For example, in the first state of the electronic device 200, at least a portion of the display 230 may be drawn into the internal space of the electronic device 200. With at least a portion of the display 230 inserted into the internal space of the electronic device 200, when the second housing 220 moves in the first direction, at least a portion of the display 230 moves into the internal space of the electronic device 200. It can be withdrawn from the internal space of . For another example, when the second housing 220 moves in the second direction, at least a portion of the display 230 is rolled into the interior of the electronic device 200, thereby entering the internal space of the electronic device 200. It can be. As at least a portion of the display 230 is pulled out or retracted, the area of the display 230 that can be viewed from the outside of the electronic device 200 may be expanded or reduced. According to one embodiment, the display 230 may include a first area 230a and a second area 230b.

According to one embodiment, the first area 230a of the display 230 is permanently visible from outside the electronic device 200, regardless of whether the electronic device 200 is in the second state or the first state. This may refer to a possible area of the display 230. For example, the first area 230a may refer to a partial area of the display 230 that is not incorporated into the internal space of the electronic device 200. According to one embodiment, the first area 230a may move together with the second housing 220 when the second housing 220 moves. For example, when the second housing 220 moves along the first or second direction, the first area 230a is located on the front side of the electronic device 200 together with the second housing 220. It may move along one direction or a second direction.

According to one embodiment, the second area 230b of the display 230 is connected to the first area 230a and enters the internal space of the electronic device 200 as the second housing 220 moves. Alternatively, it may be drawn out from the internal space of the electronic device 200. For example, the second area 230b of the display 230 may be in a rolled state and inserted into the internal space of the electronic device 200 in the first state of the electronic device 200. The second area 230b of the display 230 may be drawn into the internal space of the electronic device 200 in the first state of the electronic device 200 and may not be visible from the outside. For another example, the second area 230b of the display 230 may be pulled out from the internal space of the electronic device 200 in the second state of the electronic device 200. The second area 230b of the display 230 may be visible from outside the electronic device 200 in the second state.

According to one embodiment, in the first state of the electronic device 200, the area of the display 230 visible from the outside of the electronic device 200 may include only the first area 230a of the display 230. there is. In the second state of the electronic device 200, the area of the display 230 visible from the outside of the electronic device 200 is at least a portion of the first area 230a and the second area 230b of the display 230. It can be included.

According to one embodiment, the first housing 210 of the electronic device 200 includes a book cover 211 surrounding the inner space of the first housing 210 and a rear plate surrounding the rear of the book cover 211 ( 212) may be included. The second housing 220 of the electronic device 200 may include a front cover 221 surrounding the internal space of the electronic device 200.

According to one embodiment, the front cover 221 is inserted into the first cover area 221a of the front cover 221, which is not inserted into the inside of the first housing 210, and the first cover 221a is inserted into the first housing 210. Alternatively, it may include a second cover area 221b that is drawn out. The first cover area 221a of the front cover 221 may always be visible regardless of whether the electronic device 200 is in the second state or the first state. According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the first cover area 221a of the front cover 221 may form the side surface 220a of the second housing 220. According to one embodiment, the second cover area 221b of the second housing 220 may not be visible in the first state and may be visible in the second state.

The camera 240 may acquire an image of a subject based on receiving light from the outside of the electronic device 200. According to one embodiment, the camera 240 may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, and/or an image signal processor. According to one embodiment, the camera 240 is installed in the second housing so that it faces the rear of the electronic device 200, which is opposite to the front of the electronic device 200 where the first area 230a of the display 230 is disposed. It can be placed at (220). For example, the camera 240 is disposed on the front cover 221 of the second housing 220, and when the electronic device 200 is in the first state, the camera 240 opens the opening 211a formed in the book cover 211. Through this, it may be visible from outside the electronic device 200. For another example, the camera 240 is disposed on the front cover 221 of the second housing 220, and when the electronic device 200 is in the first state, the book cover 211 and/or the rear plate ( 212), it may not be visible from outside the electronic device 200.

According to one embodiment, the camera 240 may include a plurality of cameras. For example, the camera 240 may include a wide-angle camera, an ultra-wide-angle camera, a telephoto camera, a proximity camera, and/or a depth camera. However, the camera 240 is not necessarily limited to including a plurality of cameras and may include one camera.

According to one embodiment, the camera 240 may further include a camera (not shown) aimed at the front of the electronic device 200 where the first area 230a of the display 230 is located. When the camera 240 is aimed at the front of the electronic device 200, the camera 240 is an under-display camera (UDC) disposed below the display 230 (e.g., in the +z direction from the display 230). may be under display camera), but is not limited thereto.

According to one embodiment, the electronic device 200 may include a sensor module (not shown) and/or a camera module (not shown) disposed below the display 230. The sensor module may detect the external environment based on information (eg, light) received through the display 230. According to one embodiment, the sensor module includes a receiver, proximity sensor, ultrasonic sensor, gesture sensor, gyro sensor, barometric pressure sensor, magnetic sensor, acceleration sensor, grip sensor, color sensor, IR (infrared) sensor, biometric sensor, and temperature sensor. It may include at least one of a sensor, a humidity sensor, a motor encoder, or an indicator. According to one embodiment, at least some sensor modules of the electronic device 200 may be visually exposed to the outside through a partial area of the display 230. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 200 may detect the draw-out length (eg, length A) using a sensor module. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 200 may generate retrieval information about the degree of retrieval detected by the sensor. For example, the electronic device 200 may detect and/or confirm the extent to which the second housing 220 has been withdrawn using the withdrawal information. According to one embodiment, the pull-out information may include information about the pull-out length of the second housing 220.

According to one embodiment, the combined form of the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 is not limited to the form and combination shown in FIGS. 2A, 2B, 2C, and 2D, and other shapes or parts may be used. It may also be implemented by combination and/or combination of.

FIG. 3A is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to an embodiment. FIG. 3B is a cross-sectional view illustrating an example of an electronic device cut along line A-A' of FIG. 2A according to an embodiment.

3A and 3B, according to one embodiment, the electronic device 200 includes a first housing 210, a second housing 220, a display 230, a camera 240, and a battery 250. (For example, the battery 189 in FIG. 1) and a driving unit 260. According to one embodiment, the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 may be combined with each other to form the internal space 201 of the electronic device 200. For example, in the first state of the electronic device 200, the second area 230b of the display 230 may be accommodated in the internal space 201.

According to one embodiment, the first housing 210 may include a book cover 211, a rear plate 212, and a frame cover 213. According to one embodiment, the book cover 211, the rear plate 212, and the frame cover 213 included in the first housing 210 are coupled to each other, so that the second housing 220 is connected to the first housing ( 210), it may not move. According to one embodiment, the book cover 211 may form at least a portion of the outer surface of the electronic device 200. For example, the book cover 211 may form at least part of the side of the electronic device 200 and at least part of the rear of the electronic device 200. According to one embodiment, the rear plate 212 may provide a surface on which the rear plate 212 is seated. The rear plate 212 may be seated on one side of the book cover 211.

According to one embodiment, the frame cover 213 may support internal components of the electronic device 200. For example, the frame cover 213 may accommodate at least a portion of the battery 250 and the driving unit 260. The battery 250 and the driving unit 260 may be accommodated in at least one of a recess or a hole included in the frame cover 213. According to one embodiment, the frame cover 213 may be surrounded by the book cover 211. For example, in the first state of the electronic device 200, one side 213a of the frame cover 213 on which the battery 250 is disposed is the second side of the book cover 211 and/or the display 230. Area 230b can be faced. For another example, in the first state of the electronic device 200, the other side 213b of the frame cover 213 facing one side 213a of the frame cover 213 is the first side of the display 230. It may face the area 230a or the front cover 221. For example, the frame cover 213 may include aluminum as a material, but is not limited thereto.

According to one embodiment, the second housing 220 may include a front cover 221, a rear cover 222, and a slide cover 223. According to one embodiment, the front cover 221, the rear cover 222, and the slide cover 223 are coupled to each other, so that when the second housing 220 moves relative to the first housing 210, It can be moved together with the second housing 220. The front cover 221 may support internal components of the electronic device 200. For example, the printed circuit board 224 and/or the camera 240 on which the electronic components of the electronic device 200 (e.g., the processor 120 of FIG. 1) are disposed are positioned at the front facing the internal space 201. It may be placed on one side 221c of the cover 221. The other side 221d of the front cover 221 facing the one side 221c of the front cover 221 is the first area 230a of the display 230 when the electronic device 200 is in the first state. You can face it. According to one embodiment, the rear cover 222 may be coupled to the front cover 221 to protect components of the electronic device 200 disposed on the front cover 221. For example, the rear cover 222 may cover a portion of one side 221c of the front cover 221. According to one embodiment, the slide cover 223 may be disposed on the rear cover 222 and form the outer surface of the electronic device 200 together with the rear plate 212 and the book cover 211. The slide cover 223 may be coupled to one side of the rear cover 222 to protect the rear cover 222 and/or the front cover 221.

According to one embodiment, when the electronic device 200 is in the first state, the display 230 may be bent by at least a portion of the display 230 being rolled into the internal space 201 . According to one embodiment, the display 230 may cover at least a portion of the frame cover 213 and at least a portion of the front cover 221. For example, when the electronic device 200 is in the first state, the display 230 covers the other side 221d of the front cover 221 and is between the front cover 221 and the book cover 211. Passing through, it may extend toward the internal space 201. The display 230 may pass between the front cover 221 and the book cover 211 and then surround the frame cover 213. The display 230 may cover one side 213a of the frame cover 213 within the internal space 201. According to one embodiment, when the second housing 220 moves in the first direction, the second area 230b of the display 230 may be drawn out from the internal space 201. For example, as the second housing 220 moves in the second direction, the display 230 may pass between the front cover 221 and the book cover 211 and be pulled out from the internal space 201. .

According to one embodiment, the electronic device 200 may include a support bar 231 and a guide rail 232 that support the display 230. For example, the support bar 231 includes a plurality of bars coupled to each other, and may be manufactured in a shape corresponding to the shape of the second area 230b of the display 230. According to one embodiment, the support bar 231 may move together with the display 230 as the display 230 moves. According to one embodiment, in the first state in which the second area 230b of the display 230 is wound within the internal space 201, the support bar 231 is connected to the second area 230b of the display 230. ) may be wound within the internal space 201. The support bar 231 may move together with the second area 230b of the display 230 as the second housing 220 moves in the first direction. According to one embodiment, the guide rail 232 may guide the movement of the support bar 231. For example, as the display 230 moves, the support bar 231 may move along the guide rail 232 coupled to the frame cover 213. According to one embodiment, the guide rail 232 may be coupled to the frame cover 213. For example, the guide rail 232 includes a plurality of guide rails 232 arranged to be spaced apart from each other at both edges of the frame cover 213 spaced apart from each other along a third direction (e.g., +x direction) perpendicular to the first direction. It may include guide rails 232. s

According to one embodiment, the driving unit 260 may provide a driving force to the second housing 220 so that the second housing 220 can move relative to the first housing 210. According to one embodiment, the driving unit 260 may include a driving motor 261, a pinion gear 262, and a rack gear 263. The driving motor 261 may receive power from the battery 250 and provide driving force to the second housing 220 . According to one embodiment, the drive motor 261 is disposed in the first housing 210 and may not move when the second housing 220 moves with respect to the first housing 210. For example, the drive motor 261 may be placed in a recess formed in the frame cover 213. According to one embodiment, the pinion gear 262 is coupled to the drive motor 261 and may rotate by the driving force provided from the drive motor 261. According to one embodiment, the rack gear 263 is engaged with the pinion gear 262 and can move according to the rotation of the pinion gear 262. For example, the rack gear 263 may linearly reciprocate in the first or second direction according to the rotation of the pinion gear 262. According to one embodiment, the rack gear 263 may be disposed in the second housing 220. For example, the rack gear 263 may be coupled to the front cover 221 included in the second housing 220. According to one embodiment, the rack gear 263 may be movable inside the operating space 213p formed in the frame cover 213.

According to one embodiment, when the pinion gear 262 rotates along a first rotation direction (e.g., clockwise in FIG. 3B), the rack gear 263 may move in the first direction (e.g., +y direction). there is. When the rack gear 263 moves along the first direction, the second housing 220 coupled to the rack gear 263 may move along the first direction. As the second housing 220 moves along the first direction, the area of the display 230 visible from the outside of the electronic device 200 may be expanded. When the pinion gear 262 rotates along the second rotation direction (eg, counterclockwise in FIG. 3B), the rack gear 263 may move in the second direction (eg, -y direction). When the rack gear 263 moves along the second direction, the second housing 220 coupled to the rack gear 263 may move along the second direction. As the second housing 220 moves along the second direction, the area of the display 230 visible from the outside of the electronic device 200 may be reduced.

In the above description, it has been described that the drive motor 261 and the pinion gear 262 are disposed in the first housing 210, and the rack gear 263 is disposed in the second housing 220. However, the embodiments are described as being disposed in the first housing 210. It may not be limited. Depending on embodiments, the drive motor 261 and the pinion gear 262 may be disposed in the second housing 220, and the rack gear 263 may be disposed in the first housing 210.

4 is a rear view of a first state and a second state of an electronic device according to an embodiment. Figure 5 is a schematic block diagram of an electronic device according to an embodiment.

4 and 5, the electronic device 200 according to an embodiment includes a first housing 210, a second housing 220, a flexible display 230, a first vibration motor 270, and a first housing 210. 2 It may include a vibration motor 280, a sensor 290, a driver 260, and a processor 120.

According to one embodiment, the second housing 220 may be movably coupled to the first housing 210 . For example, the second housing 220 may be slidably or rollably coupled to the first housing 210. According to one embodiment, the second housing 220 moves in a first direction (e.g., +y direction) or a second direction (e.g., -y direction) opposite to the first direction in the first housing 210. Possibly combined. According to one embodiment, the flexible display 230 may be disposed on a surface formed by the first housing 210 and the second housing 220. The flexible display 230 may be retractable into the first housing 210 or may be withdrawn from the first housing 210 . The first housing 210 may be referred to as the first housing 210 of FIGS. 2A to 3B. The second housing 220 may be referred to as the second housing 220 of FIGS. 2A to 3B. The flexible display 230 may be referred to as the display 230 of FIGS. 2A to 3B. Redundant descriptions of the first housing 210, second housing 220, and display 230 will be omitted.

According to one embodiment, the state of the electronic device 200 may be defined depending on the relative position of the second housing 220 with respect to the first housing 210. According to one embodiment, the first state is when the second housing 220 is tilted in a first direction among a first direction (e.g., +y direction) and a second direction (e.g., -y direction) opposite to the first direction. It can be referenced in a movable state. The second state may mean a state that is distinct from the first state. For example, the second state means a state in which the movement distance of the second housing 220 with respect to the first housing 210 is greater than 0 and is less than or equal to the maximum movement distance (e.g., the specified distance d2 in FIG. 2C). can do. For example, the second state is that the second housing 220 is movable in a second direction among a first direction (eg, +y direction) and a second direction opposite to the first direction (eg, -y direction). It can be referred to as status.

According to one embodiment, the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 may refer to a device capable of converting an electrical signal into vibration. The vibration may refer to mechanical stimulation that the user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic senses. A vibration motor is not limited to a device that simply generates vibration, but may refer to a device that can transmit mechanical stimulation through a medium. The first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 may be configured to provide vibration to the outside of the electronic device 200 by vibrating.

According to one embodiment, the first vibration motor 270 may be disposed within the first housing 210. The second vibration motor 280 may be disposed within the second housing 220. The first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 may provide haptic notifications by vibrating. When the processor 120 transmits an electrical signal including an operation request to the first vibration motor 270 and/or the second vibration motor 280, the first vibration motor 270 and/or the second vibration motor 280 ) can vibrate. For example, the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 may include a vibrator capable of vibrating according to an electrical signal including an operation request.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 may be operatively connected to the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280. The processor 120 may be configured to control the overall operation of the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280. The processor 120 may provide a haptic notification to the user through the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280. The processor 120 may be configured to receive a touch input for the flexible display 230. For example, the processor 120 may receive a touch input through a designated area (eg, designated area 230-1 in FIG. 6B) of the flexible display 230. The designated area 230-1 is a first area (e.g., first area 230a in FIG. 2C) and/or a second area (e.g., second area 230b in FIG. 2C) of the display 230. It may be, but is not limited to this. For example, the designated area 230-1 may mean an area operatively connected to a touch sensor configured to detect a touch or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of force generated by the touch. The processor 120 may identify the distance between the contact point of the touch input and the first vibration motor 270 and the distance between the contact point of the touch input and the second vibration motor 280 in response to the received touch input. . The contact point of the touch input may mean a location where a user's touch position input is received on the designated area 230-1 of the flexible display 230. The processor 120 may provide a haptic notification for the touch input through the first vibration motor 270 and/or the second vibration motor 280 based on the identified distance.

According to one embodiment, the flexible display 230 may include a touch circuit 233 configured to detect a touch. The processor 120 may be configured to sense a touch input for a specific location in the designated area 230-1 through the touch circuit 233 and obtain data regarding the touch input. For example, the processor 120 may be configured to identify changes in capacitance of the designated area 230-1 through the touch circuit 233. The processor 120 may generate the data signal related to a change in capacitance for a specific location or specific area of the designated area 230-1 through the touch circuit 233. However, the operation method related to the touch circuit 233 is not limited to this. According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the touch circuit 233 may be included as part of the flexible display 230 or as part of other components disposed outside the flexible display 230.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 may detect the moving distance of the second housing 220 through the sensor 290. For example, the sensor 290 may be a Hall sensor disposed in the first housing 210 and capable of identifying the magnitude and/or direction of the magnetic field, and may be located in the second housing 220 and/or the flexible sensor. The display 230 may include a magnetic material (eg, a magnet) that can cause a Hall effect. The processor 120 may detect movement of the second housing through a hall sensor. For example, the processor 120 may obtain data related to changes in the magnitude and direction of magnetic force due to movement of a magnetic material moving with the second housing through a Hall sensor. For example, the processor 120 may detect the magnetic field of the second housing 220 based on a change in the magnetic field formed by the magnetic material disposed on the second housing 220 and/or the flexible display 230 through a hall sensor. The moving distance with respect to the first housing 210 can be identified. The positions of the Hall sensor and the magnetic material are not limited to this, and the Hall sensor may be placed in the second housing 220 and the magnetic material may be placed in the first housing 210.

According to one embodiment, the driving unit 260 may provide a driving force to the second housing 220 so that the second housing 220 can move relative to the first housing 210. According to one embodiment, the driving unit 260 may include a driving motor 261, a pinion gear 262, and a rack gear 263. The drive motor 261 may provide driving force to the second housing 220. The pinion gear 262 is coupled to the drive motor 261 and may be rotatable by driving force provided from the drive motor 261. The rack gear 263 is engaged with the pinion gear 262 and can perform linear reciprocating movement according to the rotation of the pinion gear 262. The driving unit 260 may be referred to as the driving unit 260 of FIG. 3A. According to one embodiment, the second vibration motor 280 may be spaced apart from the rack gear 263 in the first direction (eg, +y direction). Vibration provided from the second vibration motor 280 may be transmitted to the first housing 210 through the rack gear 263.

According to one embodiment, the relative size of the electronic device 200 in the first state may be smaller than the relative size of the electronic device 200 in the second state. In the case of the electronic device 200 in the first state, vibration generated from the first vibration motor 270 may be transmitted relatively uniformly throughout the designated area 230-1. In the case of the electronic device 200 in the second state, since the relative size is large, the vibration transmitted from the first vibration motor 270 is at a distance from the first vibration motor 270 within the designated area 230-1. It may vary depending on For example, the intensity of vibration by the first vibration motor 270 transmitted to a point relatively distant from the first vibration motor 270 is the intensity of the first vibration transmitted to a point relatively close to the first vibration motor 270. It may be smaller than the intensity of vibration caused by the vibration motor 270. When a user uses the electronic device 200 in the second state, the vibration sensitivity felt by the user at different locations in the designated area 230-1 may be different. Hereinafter, various embodiments will describe the operation of the processor 120 to control the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 to provide substantially uniform vibration in the entire designated area 230-1. may include.

FIG. 6A is a flowchart illustrating an example of an operation for providing a haptic notification according to a touch input of an electronic device according to an embodiment. FIG. 6B illustrates a touch input to a designated area of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 6A, in operation 601, the processor (e.g., processor 120 of FIG. 5) performs a touch operation through a designated area (e.g., designated area 230-1 of FIG. 6b) of the flexible display 230. Can be configured to receive input.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 may be configured to receive a touch input through a designated area 230-1 of the flexible display 230. For example, a touch input may refer to a user input provided to the designated area 230-1 by the user to control the electronic device 200. The touch input includes tap, double tap, press (touch and hold), pan, swipe, flick, drag, etc. for the designated area 230-1. May include pinch in/out and rotation operations. According to one embodiment, the touch circuit 233 (eg, the touch circuit 233 in FIG. 5) may detect a change in capacitance of the designated area 230-1. A change in capacitance may mean a change in capacitance of each of the signal patterns included in the touch circuit 233. The processor 120 may receive a touch input through the touch circuit 233 based on sensing data regarding the touch input. Sensing data may include capacitance change values of each signal pattern. The processor 120 may identify the touch input for the designated area 230-1 through data regarding the touch input.

In operation 603, the processor 120, in response to the touch input, sets a first distance d1 between the location of the contact point of the touch input and the first vibration motor 270 and the location of the contact point of the touch input and the second vibration motor. (280) may be configured to identify a second distance (d2) between

Referring to FIG. 6B, the processor 120 may be configured to identify the location of the contact point of the touch input through preset coordinates throughout the designated area 230-1. The processor 120 may identify the location of the contact point of the touch input based on the sensing data received from the touch circuit 233. Sensing data may include data that can identify the location of change in capacitance. Unique coordinates may be set in advance for each pixel forming the designated area 230-1. The processor 120 may identify the location of the contact point by matching the coordinates to the touch input based on the sensing data received through the touch circuit 233. However, identification of the location of the contact point is not limited to identification through the coordinates of the designated area 230-1. For another example, the processor 120 moves from the position of the first vibration motor 270 to the contact point of the touch input based on the line segment formed by the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280. The first angle of the connected line segment and the second angle of the line segment connected from the position of the second vibration motor 280 to the contact point of the touch input can be identified. The processor 120 may obtain the location of the contact point of the touch input based on the identified first angle and the second angle.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 may be configured to identify the first distance d1 and the second distance d2 based on the location of the identified contact point. For example, the processor 120 may, based on the position of the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 in the first state or the second state, and the position of the contact point, The distance d1 and the second distance d2 can be identified. The first distance d1 may mean a straight line distance from a position corresponding to the position of the first vibration motor 270 in the designated area 230-1 to the position of the contact point. The second distance d2 may mean a straight line distance from a position corresponding to the position of the second vibration motor 280 in the designated area 230-1 to the position of the contact point. Referring to FIG. 6B, the position corresponding to the position of the first vibration motor 270 in the designated area 230-1 is the first vibration motor 270 and the designated area 230-1 when viewed from above. It may be the center of the overlapping area, and the position corresponding to the position of the second vibration motor 280 in the designated area 230-1 is the first vibration motor ( 270) may be the center of an overlapping area. The processor 120 calculates the straight-line distance between the coordinates of the position corresponding to the position of the first vibration motor 270 in the designated area 230-1 and the coordinates of the position of the contact point, and sets the first distance d1. Can be calculated, and calculate the straight line distance between the coordinates of the position corresponding to the position of the second vibration motor 280 in the designated area 230-1 and the coordinates of the position of the contact point to determine the second distance d2. It can be calculated. However, the processor 120 is not limited to the above-described method and may identify the first distance d1 and the second distance d2 through the first angle and the second angle.

In operation 603, the processor 120 may be configured to provide a haptic notification through at least one of the first motor and the second motor based on the first distance d1 and the second distance d2.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120, based on identifying the first distance d1 less than the reference distance and the second distance d2 less than the reference distance, the first vibration motor 270 and the second It may be configured to provide haptic notifications for touch input through the vibration motor 280. The reference distance is such that the intensity of vibration by the first vibration motor 270 or the second vibration motor 280 is transmitted from the position of the first vibration motor 270 or the second vibration motor 280 to a predetermined intensity or more. It can mean the distance to the border that can be reached. The reference distance may be specified in advance based on the intensity of vibration of the vibration motors 270 and 280. For example, the reference distance when the intensity of vibration of the vibration motors is relatively large may be larger than the reference distance when the intensity of vibration of the vibration motors is relatively small. The first position T1 shown in FIG. 6B is spaced apart from the first vibration motor 270 by a first distance d1 less than the reference distance, and is spaced apart from the second vibration motor 280 by a second distance less than the reference distance ( d2) It may be a remote location. The first position T1 is the first position among the designated area 230-1 and the area disposed within a reference distance from the position P1 corresponding to the position of the first vibration motor 270 in the designated area 230-1. 2 Areas disposed within a reference distance from the position P2 corresponding to the position of the vibration motor 280 may be positions within areas that overlap each other. The first position (T1) is a position where vibration by the first vibration motor 270 can be transmitted more than the designated intensity of vibration, and where vibration by the second vibration motor 280 can be transmitted more than the specified intensity of vibration. It can be. The processor 120 may control the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 to vibrate in response to identifying that the location of the point of contact is the first location T1, thereby providing a haptic notification. there is.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 operates the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration based on identifying the first distance d1 below the reference distance and the second distance d2 above the reference distance. It may be configured to provide the haptic notification through the first vibration motor 270 among the motors 280. The second position T2 shown in FIG. 6B may be located at a first distance d1 less than the reference distance and a second distance d2 greater than the reference distance. The second position T2 is an area disposed within a reference distance from the position corresponding to the position of the first vibration motor 270 in the designated area 230-1, and the second vibration area in the designated area 230-1. Areas located outside the reference distance from the position corresponding to the position of the motor 280 may be positions within areas that overlap each other. The second position T2 is a position where vibration by the first vibration motor 270 can be transmitted more than the specified intensity of vibration, and where vibration by the second vibration motor 280 cannot be transmitted more than the specified intensity of vibration. It can be. When the user touches the second location T2, even though both the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 provide vibration, only the haptic notification by the first vibration motor 270 is substantially recognized. can do. For example, when the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 are driven simultaneously, the magnitude of vibration transmitted to the second position T2 is the same as when the first vibration motor 270 is driven. , may be substantially the same as the magnitude of the vibration transmitted to the second location (T2). In response to identifying that the location of the contact point is the second location T2, the processor 120 may control the first vibration motor 270 to vibrate to provide a haptic notification.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 operates the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration based on identifying the first distance d1 above the reference distance and the second distance d2 below the reference distance. It may be configured to provide the haptic notification through the second vibration motor 280 among the motors 280. The third position T3 shown in FIG. 6B may be located at a first distance d1 that is greater than or equal to the reference distance and a second distance d2 that is less than the reference distance. The third position T3 is an area disposed outside the reference distance from the position corresponding to the position of the first vibration motor 270 in the designated area 230-1, and the second vibration area in the designated area 230-1. Areas located within a reference distance from the position corresponding to the position of the motor 280 may be positions within areas that overlap each other. The third position T3 is a position where the vibration by the second vibration motor 280 can be transmitted more than the designated vibration intensity, and the vibration by the first vibration motor 270 cannot be transmitted more than the specified vibration intensity. It can be. When the user touches the third position T3, even though both the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 provide vibration, only the haptic notification by the second vibration motor 280 is substantially recognized. can do. For example, when the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 are driven simultaneously, the magnitude of the vibration transmitted to the third position T3 is the same as when the second vibration motor 280 is driven. , may be substantially the same as the magnitude of the vibration transmitted to the third position T3. In response to identifying that the location of the contact point is the third location T3, the processor 120 may control the second vibration motor 280 to vibrate to provide a haptic notification.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 operates at least one of the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 based on the first distance d1 and the second distance d2. , It is possible to provide a haptic notification with a substantially uniform intensity of vibration throughout the designated area 230-1, and to reduce unnecessary power consumption when providing a haptic notification. For example, when the processor 120 identifies a touch input for the first location T1 and provides a haptic notification using the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280, By adjusting the intensity of vibration of the first vibration motor 270 and the intensity of vibration of the second vibration motor 280, vibration of a constant intensity can be provided to the first position T1. When the processor 120 identifies a touch input for the second position T2 or the third position T3, the processor 120 operates the first vibration motor 270 or the second vibration motor 280 to select the second position T2. Vibration of a certain intensity can be provided to (T2) or the third position (T3) and the vibration motor can be prevented from operating unnecessarily.

FIG. 7A shows an example in which a first vibration motor and a second vibration motor operate based on the state of an electronic device according to an embodiment. FIG. 7B is a flowchart illustrating an example of an operation for providing a haptic notification based on the state of an electronic device according to an embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 7A, a processor (e.g., processor 120 of FIG. 5) may control the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 based on the state of the electronic device 200. there is. According to one embodiment, the processor 120, in a first state, may provide a haptic notification through the first vibration motor 270 and, in a second state, may provide a haptic notification through the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 270. Through the vibration motor 280, haptic notifications can be provided.

Referring to FIG. 7B, in operation 701, the processor 120 may identify the movement distance of the second housing 220 through the sensor 290 (eg, the sensor 290 of FIG. 5). For example, the processor 120 obtains data regarding the magnitude and/or direction of the magnetic field caused by a magnetic material disposed in the second housing 220 and/or the flexible display 230 through the sensor 290. And, based on the obtained data about the magnetic field, the moving distance of the second housing 220 can be identified. The sensor 290 may transmit sensing data regarding the moving distance of the second housing 220 to the processor 120 .

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 may identify the state of the electronic device 200 through the sensor 290. For example, the processor 120 may compare sensing data obtained through the sensor 290 with reference data corresponding to the first state and the second state. The processor 120 may identify that the state of the electronic device 200 is in the first state when the sensing data is within the range of reference data corresponding to the first state. The reference data corresponding to the first state may be data indicating a state in which the second housing 220 is inserted, based on the first housing 210. The reference data corresponding to the second state may be data indicating a state in which the second housing 220 is pulled out, based on the first housing 210. In the first state, the distance between the magnet placed in the first housing 210 and the sensor 290 placed in the second housing 220 is the shortest distance, so the magnitude of the magnetic field obtained through the sensor 290 is within the first range. It can be done tomorrow. In the second state, the second housing 220 is pulled out from the first housing 210, so in the second state, the magnet disposed in the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 are The distance between the sensor 290 may be greater than the distance between the magnet and the sensor 290 in the first state. In the second state, the magnitude of the magnetic field obtained through the sensor 290 may be within the second range. The size of the magnetic field included in the first range may be larger than the size of the magnetic field included in the second range. The processor 120 may identify that the state of the electronic device 200 is in the first state when the data is within the first range corresponding to the first state. The processor 120 may identify that the state of the electronic device 200 is in the second state when the data is within the second range corresponding to the second state.

At operation 703, the processor 120 may be configured to provide a haptic notification, via the first vibration motor 270 and/or the second vibration motor 280, based on the state of the electronic device 200. .

According to one embodiment, the processor 120, in response to identifying the state of the electronic device 200 as the first state, sends a haptic notification through the first vibration motor 270 or the second vibration motor 280. It can be configured to provide. For example, referring to FIG. 7A , the processor 120 may be configured to provide a haptic notification through the first vibration motor 270 or the second vibration motor 280 within the first state. In the first state, since the overall size of the electronic device 200 is relatively small, the intensity of vibration transmitted from the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 to the location of the contact point is in the designated area ( 230-1) It may be substantially constant throughout. The processor 120 can reduce unnecessary power consumption by providing a haptic notification through only one vibration motor of the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 may adjust the intensity of vibration of the second vibration motor 280 based on the state of the electronic device 200. According to one embodiment, in the first state, the intensity of vibration of the second vibration motor 280 for sending a haptic notification to the contact point through the second vibration motor 280 is set to a second vibration intensity that is distinct from the first state. In this state, the intensity of vibration of the second vibration motor 280 may be smaller than that for sending a haptic notification to the point of contact through the second vibration motor 280. In the first state, since the overall size of the electronic device 200 is relatively small, the haptic notification can be sufficiently transmitted to the point of contact even if the intensity of vibration of the second vibration motor 280 is relatively small.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120, through the first vibration motor 270 and/or the second vibration motor 280, based on identifying the state of the electronic device 200 as the second state, Can be configured to provide notifications. In the second state, since the overall size of the electronic device 200 is relatively large, the intensity of vibration transmitted from the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 to the location of the contact point is It may differ depending on. The processor 120 identifies the first distance d1 and the second distance d2 and, based on the identified first distance d1 and the second distance d2, operates the first vibration motor 270 and /or may be configured to provide a haptic notification through at least one of the second vibration motor 280. For example, referring to FIG. 7A, the processor 120 operates the first vibration motor 270 based on identifying a first distance d1 that is less than the reference distance and a second distance d2 that is less than the reference distance. ) and may be configured to provide haptic notifications for touch input through the second vibration motor 280.

FIG. 8A shows a plurality of first areas of an electronic device according to an embodiment. FIG. 8B shows a plurality of second areas of an electronic device according to an embodiment. FIG. 8C is a flowchart illustrating an example of an operation for providing a haptic notification according to a touch position of an electronic device according to an embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 8A, the designated area 230-1 of the flexible display 230 may be designated as a plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e. According to one embodiment, the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e may be designated based on a reference distance from the first vibration motor 270. The plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e may be areas designated according to the intensity of vibration transmitted from the first vibration motor 270 within the designated area 230-1. When the vibration generated by the first vibration motor 270 is transmitted through the designated area 230-1, the intensity of the vibration corresponds to the position of the first vibration motor 270 in the designated area 230-1. It may decrease as you move away from the location. Depending on the rate at which the intensity of vibration transmitted from the first vibration motor 270 to the designated area 230-1 is reduced, an area in which the intensity of vibration perceived by the user varies may be formed. For example, the electronic device 200 may include an acceleration sensor that can identify vibration of the electronic device 200. The acceleration sensor generates a signal containing data about the intensity of vibration through the intensity of vibration transmitted from the first vibration motor 270 to the designated area 230-1, and converts the generated signal to a processor (e.g. It can be transmitted to the processor 120 in FIG. 5. The processor 120 may be configured to designate a plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e based on a signal received from the acceleration sensor.

Referring to FIG. 8A, the designated area 230-1 includes a 1a area 235a, a 1b area 235b, a 1c area 235c, a 1d area 235d, and a 1e area 235e. It can be specified as . The intensity of vibration caused by the first vibration motor 270 transmitted to the first area 235a may be greater than that of the remaining areas 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e. The intensity of vibration caused by the first vibration motor 270 transmitted to the first area 235e may be smaller than that of the remaining areas 235a, 235b, 235c, and 235d. Between the 1a area 235a and the 1e area 235e, the 1b area 235b, the 1c area 235c, and the 1d area 235d may be designated based on the reference distance. The plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e are merely examples and are not limited thereto.

According to one embodiment, reference values indicating the intensity of vibration to be provided through the first vibration motor 270 may be assigned to each of the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e. A plurality of reference values representing the intensity of vibration to be provided through the first vibration motor 270 assigned to the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e may correspond to the first distance. . As the distance from the first vibration motor 270 increases, each reference value assigned to the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e may increase. Since the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e are designated based on the intensity of vibration transmitted from the first vibration motor 270, the farther away from the first vibration motor 270, The intensity of vibration transmission by the first vibration motor 270 may be weak. For example, the intensity of vibration of the first vibration motor 270 transmitted to the 1c area 235c may be weaker than the intensity of vibration of the first vibration motor 270 transmitted to the 1b area 235b. . According to one embodiment, the plurality of reference values may be proportional to the first distance so that the intensity of vibration by the first vibration motor 270 can be transmitted substantially consistently throughout the designated area 230-1. there is. For example, the reference value assigned to the 1c area 235c may be greater than the reference value assigned to the 1b area 235b. The difference between the reference value assigned to the 1c area 235c and the reference value assigned to the 1b area 235b is the difference between the reference value assigned to the 1st area 235c when the first vibration motor 270 provides a constant intensity of vibration. It may be specified based on the difference between the intensity of vibration of the first vibration motor 270 transmitted to and the intensity of vibration of the first vibration motor 270 transmitted to the 1b area 235b.

Referring to FIG. 8B, the designated area 230-1 of the flexible display 230 may be designated as a plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e. The plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e may be designated independently from the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e. According to one embodiment, the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e may be designated based on a reference distance from the second vibration motor 280. The plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e may be designated areas within the designated area 230-1 according to the intensity of vibration transmitted from the second vibration motor 280. When the vibration generated by the second vibration motor 280 is transmitted through the designated area 230-1, the intensity of the vibration corresponds to the position of the second vibration motor 280 in the designated area 230-1. It may decrease as you move away from the location. Depending on the rate at which the intensity of vibration transmitted from the second vibration motor 280 to the designated area 230-1 is reduced, an area in which the intensity of vibration perceived by the user varies may be formed. Referring to FIG. 8B, the designated area 230-1 includes the 2a area 236a, the 2b area 236b, the 2c area 236c, the 2d area 236d, and the 2e area 236e. It can be specified as . The intensity of vibration caused by the second vibration motor 280 transmitted to the second area 236a may be greater than that of the remaining areas 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e. The intensity of vibration caused by the second vibration motor 280 transmitted to the second area 236e may be smaller than that of the remaining areas 236a, 236b, 236c, and 236d. Between the 2a area 236a and the 2e area 236e, the 2b area 236b, the 2c area 236c, and the 2d area 236d may be designated based on the reference distance. The plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e are merely examples and are not limited thereto.

According to one embodiment, reference values indicating the intensity of vibration to be provided through the second vibration motor 280 may be assigned to each of the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e. A plurality of reference values representing the intensity of vibration to be provided through the second vibration motor 280 assigned to the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e may correspond to the second distance. . As the distance from the second vibration motor 280 increases, each reference value assigned to the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e may increase. Since the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e are designated based on the intensity of vibration transmitted from the second vibration motor 280, the farther away from the second vibration motor 280, The intensity of vibration transmission by the second vibration motor 280 may be weak. For example, the intensity of vibration of the second vibration motor 280 transmitted to the 2c area 236c may be weaker than the intensity of vibration of the second vibration motor 280 transmitted to the 2b area 236b. . According to one embodiment, the plurality of reference values may be proportional to the second distance so that the intensity of vibration by the second vibration motor 280 can be transmitted substantially consistently throughout the designated area 230-1. there is. For example, the reference value assigned to the 2c area 236c may be greater than the reference value assigned to the 2b area 236b. The difference between the reference value assigned to the 2c area 236c and the reference value assigned to the 2b area 236b is the difference between the reference value assigned to the 2c area 236c when the second vibration motor 280 provides a constant intensity of vibration. It may be specified based on the difference between the intensity of vibration of the second vibration motor 280 transmitted to and the intensity of vibration of the second vibration motor 280 transmitted to the 1b area 235b.

Referring to FIG. 8C, in operation 801, the processor 120 selects a contact point among the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e set based on the reference distance from the first vibration motor 270. It may be configured to identify the first reference value assigned to the designated area 230-1 including the location of .

According to one embodiment, upon receiving a touch input, the processor 120 may identify the location of a contact point of the touch input. For example, the processor 120 obtains data regarding the location of the contact point of the touch input within the designated area 230-1 through the touch circuit 233 (e.g., the touch circuit 233 in FIG. 5). can do. The data is identified by coordinate data regarding the contact point at which the touch input is identified among the coordinates specified in the designated area 230-1, or by the positions of the first vibration motor 270, the second vibration motor 280, and the contact point. It may include, but is not limited to, data regarding the first angle and the second angle.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 receives the signal, and determines the location of the contact point of the touch input among the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e through the received signal. The included designated area 230-1 can be identified. The processor 120 may identify the first reference value assigned to the designated area 230-1 including the location of the contact point among the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e. For example, when a touch input is made to the 1c area 235c, the processor 120 identifies the 1c area 235c containing the location of the contact point of the touch input through the touch circuit 233. You can. The processor 120 may identify a first reference value assigned to the 1c area 235c including the location of the identified contact point among the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e. there is.

In operation 803, the processor 120 selects a designated area including the location of the contact point among the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e set based on the reference distance from the second vibration motor 280. It may be configured to identify a second reference value assigned to the area 230-1.

According to one embodiment, upon receiving a touch input, the processor 120 may identify the location of a contact point of the touch input. For example, the processor 120 obtains data regarding the location of the contact point of the touch input within the designated area 230-1 through the touch circuit 233 (e.g., the touch circuit 233 in FIG. 5). can do. The data is identified by coordinate data regarding the contact point at which the touch input is identified among the coordinates specified in the designated area 230-1 or by the positions of the first vibration motor 270, the second vibration motor 280, and the contact point. It may include, but is not limited to, data regarding the first angle and the second angle.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 receives the signal, and determines the location of the contact point of the touch input among the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e through the received signal. The included designated area 230-1 can be identified. The processor 120 may identify the second reference value assigned to the designated area 230-1 including the location of the contact point among the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e. For example, when a touch input is made to the 2c area 236c, the processor 120 identifies the 2c area 236c containing the location of the contact point of the touch input through the touch circuit 233. You can. The processor 120 may identify a second reference value assigned to the second area 236c including the location of the identified contact point among the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e. there is.

In operation 805, the processor 120 uses the first vibration motor 270 to provide an intensity of vibration corresponding to a first reference value and uses the second vibration motor 280 to provide a second reference value. It may be configured to provide an intensity of vibration corresponding to . When the first reference value and the second reference value according to the position of the contact point are identified, the processor 120 transmits a signal regarding the first reference value to the first vibration motor 270 and a signal regarding the second reference value. Can be transmitted to the second vibration motor 280. The processor 120 may be configured to provide a haptip notification by providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to a first reference value through the first vibration motor 270. The processor 120 may be configured to provide a haptic notification by providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to a second reference value through the second vibration motor 280. As the location of the contact point of the touch input, the intensity of vibration corresponding to the first reference value may be provided using the first vibration motor 270, and the intensity of vibration corresponding to the first reference value may be provided using the second vibration motor 280. The intensity of vibration may be provided. For example, when a user inputs a touch input with a finger, the user uses the intensity of vibration corresponding to the first reference value by the first vibration motor 270 and the second reference value by the second vibration motor 280. The intensity of vibration can be recognized by adding the intensity of vibration corresponding to the value.

According to one embodiment, the first reference value is assigned according to the distance between the location of the contact point and the first vibration motor 270, and the second reference value is the distance between the location of the contact point and the second vibration motor 280. Since they are allocated according to the distance, the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 can provide vibration with a substantially constant vibration intensity in the entire designated area 230-1. For example, if the distance between the position of the contact point and the first vibration motor 270 is relatively closer than the distance between the position of the contact point and the second vibration motor 280, the first reference value is relative according to the position of the contact point. is small, and the second reference value may be relatively large. For another example, if the distance between the position of the contact point and the first vibration motor 270 is relatively farther than the distance between the position of the contact point and the second vibration motor 280, the first reference value is determined by the position of the contact point. is relatively large, and the second reference value may be relatively small.

For example, when a touch input is performed at a specific location, the location of the contact point of the touch input is included in the 1d area 235d among the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e, At the same time, the location of the contact point of the touch input may be included in the 2b area 236b among the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e. In the case described above, the first reference value may be determined by the reference value assigned to the 1d area 235d, and the second reference value may be determined by the reference value assigned to the 2b area 236b. Since the 1d area 235d is relatively far from the first vibration motor 270, the first reference value may be relatively large, and the 2b area 236b is relatively far from the second vibration motor 280. Because it is close, the second reference value may be relatively small. The processor 120 provides the intensity of vibration corresponding to the first reference value through the first vibration motor 270, and provides the intensity of vibration corresponding to the second reference value through the second vibration motor 280. It can be configured to provide. Each of the first reference value and the second reference value may be determined depending on the area including the contact point among the plurality of first areas and the plurality of second areas including the location of the contact point. Based on the first reference value and the second reference value determined based on the location of the contact point, the processor 120 may be configured to provide vibration of substantially constant intensity to each location within the designated area 230-1. there is.

FIG. 9A shows an example in which a first vibration motor and a second vibration motor operate based on the state of an electronic device according to an embodiment. FIG. 9B is a flowchart illustrating an example of an operation for adjusting the intensity of vibration of vibration motors based on a moving distance of the second housing of the electronic device according to an embodiment.

According to one embodiment, a processor (eg, processor 120 of FIG. 5) may be configured to adjust the first reference value and the second reference value based on the state of the electronic device 200. Referring to FIG. 9A, when the state of the electronic device 200 is in the first state, the overall size of the electronic device 200 may be relatively small, and when the state of the electronic device 200 is in the second state, the electronic device 200 may be in a relatively small size. The overall size of device 200 may be relatively large. When the state of the electronic device 200 is the first state, the overall size of the electronic device 200 is relatively small, so even if the electronic device 200 provides a relatively small intensity of vibration, sufficient vibration is provided to the user. It can be. When the electronic device 200 is in the second state, the overall size of the electronic device 200 is relatively large, so a relatively large intensity of vibration can be provided to provide sufficient vibration to the user.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 may control the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 based on the state of the electronic device 200. Referring to FIG. 9B, in operation 901, the processor 120 determines whether the second housing 220 moves from the first housing 210 through the sensor 290 (e.g., the sensor 290 of FIG. 5). Distances can be identified. For example, the processor 120 receives data related to the magnitude and/or direction of the magnetic field caused by a magnetic material disposed in the second housing 220 and/or the flexible display 230 through the sensor 290. can do. The processor 120 may detect the moving distance of the second housing 220 based on the received magnetic field-related data. The sensor 290 may transmit sensing data regarding the moving distance of the second housing 220 to the processor 120 . According to one embodiment, the processor 120 may identify the state of the electronic device 200 through the sensor 290. The operation 901 may be referred to as operation 701 of FIG. 7B.

In operation 903, the processor 120 allocates to a plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e based on the movement distance of the second housing 220 obtained through the sensor 290. It may be configured to adjust the plurality of reference values assigned to the plurality of reference values and the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e. For example, a plurality of reference values assigned to a plurality of first areas (235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, 235e) and a plurality of reference values assigned to a plurality of second areas (236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, 236e) The reference values may be designated based on the first state of the electronic device 200. In the first state, the processor 120 may identify the location of a contact point of the touch input and identify a first reference value and a second reference value based on the location of the identified contact point. In the first state, the processor 120 uses a first vibration motor to provide an intensity of vibration corresponding to a first reference value, and uses a second vibration motor 280 to provide an intensity of vibration corresponding to a second reference value. It may be configured to provide intensity of vibration. In response to identifying, through the sensor 290, that the state of the electronic device 200 changes from the first state to the second state, the processor 120 generates a plurality of first regions 235a, 235b, 235c, The plurality of reference values assigned to the plurality of reference values 235d and 235e and the plurality of reference values assigned to the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e may be increased. The plurality of reference values may correspond to the movement distance of the second housing 220 with respect to the first housing 210. For example, as the moving distance of the second housing 220 increases, the plurality of reference values may increase. When the movement distance of the second housing 220 is the maximum movement distance (eg, the designated distance d2 in FIG. 2C), the plurality of reference values may have a maximum value. The processor 120 may adjust the plurality of reference values. The first reference value and the second reference value assigned to the area including the location of the contact point may change depending on the state of the electronic device 200 or the moving distance of the second housing 220. According to one embodiment, the processor 120 adjusts a plurality of reference values based on the moving distance of the second housing 220 to provide a constant intensity of vibration to the user even if the state of the electronic device 200 changes. can provide vibration.

FIG. 10A shows vibration transmitted to a designated area of an electronic device according to one embodiment. FIG. 10B is a graph showing vibration transmitted according to distance from vibration motors to a designated area of an electronic device according to an embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 10A, the processor (e.g., processor 120 of FIG. 5), through the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280, selects the contact point of the touch input within the designated area 230-1. It can be configured to maintain the intensity of vibration transmitted to within a predetermined range. State 1010 of FIG. 10A indicates the intensity of vibration provided from the first vibration motor 270 and transmitted to the designated area 230-1. State 1020 of FIG. 10A indicates the intensity of vibration provided from the second vibration motor 280 and transmitted to the designated area 230-1. State 1030 of FIG. 10A indicates the intensity of vibration provided from the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 to the designated area 230-1. The lower the brightness displayed in the designated area 230-1 of FIG. 10A, the stronger the vibration intensity, and the lower the brightness displayed in the designated area 230-1, the weaker the vibration intensity.

Referring to state 1010, as the distance from the first vibration motor 270 increases, the intensity of vibration transmitted from the first vibration motor 270 may decrease. Referring to state 1020, as the distance from the second vibration motor 280 increases, the intensity of vibration transmitted from the second vibration motor 280 may decrease. Referring to state 1030, the processor 120 operates the first vibration motor 270 so that the sum of the intensity of vibration transmitted from the first vibration motor 270 and the intensity of vibration transmitted from the second vibration motor 280 is maintained within a specified range. The vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 can be controlled.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 may control the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 based on the first distance and the second distance. The first graph 1010 of FIG. 10B shows the vibration transmitted from the first vibration motor 270 to the designated area 230-1 according to the first distance between the first vibration motor 270 and the position of the contact point. It represents the change of century. The second graph 1020 shows the change in the intensity of vibration transmitted from the second vibration motor 280 to the designated area 230-1 according to the second distance between the second vibration motor 280 and the position of the contact point. represents. The x-axis of the graph in FIG. 10B represents the location on the designated area 230-1, and the y-axis represents the intensity of vibration of the vibration motor.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 uses the first vibration motor 270 to respond to the first distance based on identifying the first distance below the reference distance and the second distance below the reference distance. By providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the second distance using the second vibration motor 280, the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 It may be configured to provide the haptic notification through.

Referring to FIG. 10B, the positions of the contact points included in the first distance less than the standard distance and the second distance less than the standard distance may be included in area A 1001. The maximum vibration intensity of the first vibration motor 270 and the maximum vibration intensity of the second vibration motor 280 may be the same or different from each other. When the maximum vibration intensity of the first vibration motor 270 and the maximum vibration intensity of the second vibration motor 280 are different from each other, the first reference distance l1 for the first distance and the second reference distance l1 for the second distance The reference distance l2 may be different. For example, when the maximum vibration intensity of the first vibration motor 270 is greater than the maximum vibration intensity of the second vibration motor 280, the first reference distance l1 is greater than the second reference distance l2. It can be big.

According to one embodiment, when a touch input to area A 1001 is identified, the first distance may be less than the first reference distance l1, and the second distance may be less than the second reference distance l2. The processor 120, based on identifying the first distance less than the first reference distance l1 and the second distance less than the second reference distance l2, generates the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor. Using 280, a haptic notification can be provided. The processor 120 uses the first vibration motor 270 to provide an intensity of vibration corresponding to the first distance, and uses the second vibration motor 280 to provide an intensity of vibration corresponding to the second distance. can be provided. Depending on the intensity of vibration by the first vibration motor 270 and the intensity of vibration by the second vibration motor 280, the intensity of vibration in area A 1001 of the designated area 230-1 is shown in the third graph. It can appear as (1030).

As the first distance increases, the intensity of vibration corresponding to the first distance may increase, and as the second distance increases, the intensity of vibration corresponding to the second distance may increase. For example, the processor 120, through the first vibration motor 270, generates a plurality of first areas (e.g., a plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, 235e in FIG. 8A). The intensity of vibration corresponding to the first reference value assigned to the designated area 230-1 containing the first distance may be provided, and through the second vibration motor 280, a plurality of second areas ( Example: Intensity of vibration corresponding to the second reference value assigned to the designated area 230-1 containing the second distance among the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, 236e in FIG. 8B can be provided.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 uses the first vibration motor 270 to determine the first distance corresponding to the first distance based on identifying the first distance less than the reference distance and the second distance greater than the reference distance. By providing the intensity of vibration, the haptic notification may be provided through the first vibration motor 270 of the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280.

According to one embodiment, the location of the contact point included in the first distance less than the reference distance and the second distance more than the reference distance may be included in area B 1002. According to one embodiment, when a touch input to the B area 1002 is identified, the first distance may be less than the first reference distance l1, and the second distance may be greater than or equal to the second reference distance l2. The processor 120 uses the first vibration motor 270 to generate a haptic notification based on identifying a first distance less than the first reference distance l1 and a second distance greater than the second reference distance l2. can be provided. The processor 120 may use the first vibration motor 270 to provide an intensity of vibration corresponding to the first distance.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120, based on identifying the first distance greater than the reference distance and the second distance less than the reference distance, uses the second vibration motor 280 to correspond to the second distance. By providing the intensity of vibration, the haptic notification may be provided through the second vibration motor 280 of the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280.

According to one embodiment, the location of the contact point included in the first distance greater than the reference distance and the second distance less than the reference distance may be included in area C 1003. According to one embodiment, when a touch input to the C area 1003 is identified, the first distance may be greater than or equal to the first reference distance (l1), and the second distance may be less than the second reference distance (l2). The processor 120 uses the second vibration motor 280 to generate a haptic notification based on identifying a first distance greater than the first reference distance l1 and a second distance less than the second reference distance l2. can be provided. The processor 120 may use the second vibration motor 280 to provide an intensity of vibration corresponding to the second distance.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 controls the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 based on the first distance and the second distance according to the location of the contact point, thereby controlling the designated area ( 230-1) The intensity of vibration transmitted throughout can be maintained within a pre-specified range. The processor 120 controls whether the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280 operate and the intensity of vibration depending on the location of the contact point, thereby reducing unnecessary power consumption and providing constant haptic notifications. You can.

FIG. 11A shows a state in which a plurality of visual objects each showing a plurality of first areas are displayed on the display of an electronic device according to an embodiment. Figure 11b shows an example of a settings window provided through a flexible display. FIG. 11C is a flowchart illustrating an example of an operation for adjusting reference values through an interface of an electronic device according to an embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 11A, a processor (e.g., processor 120 of FIG. 5) displays a plurality of visual objects to respectively represent a plurality of first regions 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e. A user interface including 300 can be displayed through the flexible display 230. For example, the processor 120 divides the designated area 230-1 into a plurality of visual objects 300 representing the boundaries of the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e. can do. A user may distinguish a plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e through a plurality of visual objects 300 displayed on the flexible display 230.

The plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e may be changed by user input (I). According to one embodiment, the processor 120 allows the user to designate a plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e through the designated area 230-1 of the flexible display 230. Input (I) can be received. According to one embodiment, the processor 120 inputs a user input ( I) can be received. For example, the processor 120 is configured to display each of the 1st area 235a, 1b area 235b, 1c area 235c, 1d area 235d, and 1e area 235e. A plurality of visual objects 300 may be displayed, and a user input for one of the plurality of visual objects 300 may be received. For example, the user may provide a swipe input to the boundary of a visual object to show the 1d area 235d to change the boundary.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 may be configured to designate a plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e based on the user input (I). For example, when the processor 120 receives a swipe input for a visual object to show the 1d area 235d, the processor 120 may change the 1d area 235d to correspond to the swipe input. In response to identifying that the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e are changed, the processor 120 adds to the changed plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e. A plurality of visual objects 300 can be changed to correspond. For example, when the boundary of the 1d area 235d is changed, the processor 120 creates a plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e based on the changed 1d area 235d. A plurality of visual objects 300 for representing can be displayed through a designated area 230-1 of the flexible display 230. A user may recognize a plurality of changed first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e through a plurality of visual objects.

The description of the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, and 235e described with reference to FIG. 11A includes a second vibration motor (e.g., the second vibration motor 280 in FIG. 8B) and a plurality of Substantially the same application may be applied to second areas (e.g., the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e in FIG. 8B). For example, the processor 120 includes a plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e (e.g., a plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, 236e in FIG. 8B). ) can be displayed through the flexible display 230. The processor 120 may receive a user input (I) for a plurality of visual objects 300 for showing the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e, respectively. The processor 120 may be configured to designate a plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e based on the user input (I). According to one embodiment, based on the intensity of vibration perceived by the user, the user directly moves the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, 235e and the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c. , 236d, 236e) can be specified.

11B and 11C, in operation 1101, the processor 120 operates a plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, 235e or a plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, A user interface for setting a plurality of reference values assigned to each (236d, 236e) may be displayed through a designated area 230-1 of the flexible display 230. The processor 120 may adjust the intensity of the target vibration of the haptic notification through user input to the user interface. For example, the user interface may include a first input area 234a capable of adjusting the intensity of a target vibration of a haptic notification for an incoming call, and a first input area 234a capable of adjusting the intensity of a target vibration of a haptic notification for an event related to the electronic device 200. It may include a second input area 234b capable of adjusting the target vibration intensity of a haptic notification for a touch input, and a third input area 234c capable of adjusting the intensity of the target vibration. The first input area 234a, the second input area 234b, and the third input area 234c may include visual objects that can adjust the intensity of vibration. For example, the first input area 234a, the second input area 234b, and the third input area 234c include an adjustment bar 234d indicating the range of the intensity of vibration and an area for selecting the intensity of vibration. It may include, but is not limited to, an adjustment button 234e.

In operation 1103, the processor 120 configures the first vibration motor 270 and/or the second vibration motor 270 to output a first intensity while a touch input is maintained on one of the plurality of visual objects 300. Through the vibration motor 280, haptic notifications can be provided. For example, the user maintains a touch input on a visual object representing the 1c region among the plurality of visual objects 300, thereby generating the first vibration motor 270 and the first vibration motor 270 assigned to the 1c region 235c. /Or the first intensity of the second vibration motor 280 may be recognized.

At operation 1105, the processor 120, after the haptic notification is provided, converts the first intensity into a second intensity, via the first vibration motor 270 and/or the second vibration motor 280, which outputs the first intensity. User input for change can be received through the user interface.

According to one embodiment, the processor 120 may receive user input related to the magnitude of vibration transmitted to the point of contact after the haptic notification is provided. For example, the user input may include a pre-designated action (eg, a specified number of touches, a specified swipe action, or input through a physical key button). The processor 120 may adjust the intensity of vibration of the first vibration motor 270 and/or the second vibration motor 280 in response to receiving the predetermined operation.

For another example, the processor 120 may provide the settings window of FIG. 11B through a display in response to receiving the predetermined operation. According to one embodiment, the processor 120 may receive a user input for changing the first intensity to the second intensity through an interface. For example, the user adjusts the position of the control button 234e on the control bar 234d of the third input area 234c, which can adjust the intensity of the target vibration of the haptic notification for touch input, thereby adjusting the target vibration intensity. You can provide user input for the intensity. The user can change the intensity of the target vibration of the haptic notification from the first intensity to the second intensity by dragging the adjustment button 234e on the adjustment bar 234d.

At operation 1107, processor 120 may be configured to change the plurality of reference values based on the second intensity in response to receiving user input. For example, the processor 120 may change the first intensity assigned to a region corresponding to one visual object among a plurality of visual objects for which a touch input is maintained to the second intensity. The processor 120 may transmit the second intensity to the area corresponding to the one visual object through the first vibration motor 270 and/or the second vibration motor 280 according to the user's input. The processor 120, after the haptic notification is provided, through the first vibration motor 270 and/or the second vibration motor 280 that outputs the second intensity, allows the user to change the second intensity to the third intensity. Input may be received through a user interface. If the user feels that the vibration of the area corresponding to the one visual object is insufficient, additional user input may be provided, and the processor 120 may, in response to receiving the additional user input, convert the second intensity into the third intensity. It can be configured to change to .

According to one embodiment, the processor 120, based on identifying that the intensity of the target vibration of the haptic notification changes to a second intensity greater than the first intensity through a user input, generates a plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, 235e) and a plurality of reference values based on the first intensity assigned to the plurality of second regions 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, 236e, and a plurality of reference values based on the second intensity. Can be changed to values. As the plurality of reference values are changed to a plurality of reference values based on the second intensity, the intensity of the target vibration of the haptic notification may be increased. For another example, in response to identifying, through a user input, that the intensity of the target vibration of the haptic notification changes to a second intensity that is less than the first intensity, the plurality of first areas 235a, 235b, 235c, 235d, A plurality of reference values based on the first intensity assigned to 235e) and the plurality of second areas 236a, 236b, 236c, 236d, and 236e may be changed to a plurality of reference values based on the second intensity. As the plurality of reference values are changed to a plurality of reference values based on the second intensity, the intensity of the target vibration of the haptic notification may be reduced. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 200 can freely adjust the intensity of the target vibration provided through the haptic notification according to the user's selection.

Figure 12 shows a stopper of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 12, the second housing 220 moves in a first direction (e.g., +x direction) or a second direction opposite to the first direction (e.g., -x direction) with respect to the first housing 210. Can be movably combined. The first vibration motor 270 may be disposed within the first housing 210, and the second vibration motor 280 may be disposed within the second housing 220. The electronic device 200 shown in FIG. 12 may be substantially the same as the above-described embodiments, except for the coupling direction of the first housing 210 and the second housing 220.

According to one embodiment, the second housing 220 moves the flexible display 230 in the first direction among the first direction (eg, +x direction) and the second direction (eg, -x direction). In the first possible state and the second state in which the flexible display 230 can move in the second direction among the first direction and the second direction, a stopper 225 coupled to the first housing 210 is installed. It can be included. The second state may mean a state in which the movement distance of the second housing 220 with respect to the first housing 210 is the maximum movement distance.

According to one embodiment, the stopper 225 may be disposed on a side bezel member of the second housing 220. The side bezel member of the first housing 210 may include a first groove 214 and a second groove 215 into which the stopper 225 can be inserted. The first groove 214 may be formed at a position overlapping the stopper 225 when the electronic device 200 is viewed in the +y direction in the first state. The second groove 215 may be formed at a position overlapping the stopper 225 when the electronic device 200 is viewed in the +y direction in the second state.

According to one embodiment, the stopper 225 is coupled to the groove of the first housing 210 in the first or second state, thereby transmitting the vibration of the first vibration motor 270 to the second housing 220. and the vibration of the second vibration motor 280 can be transmitted to the first housing 210. In the first state, the stopper 225 may be inserted into the first groove 214. In the first state, vibration generated from the first vibration motor 270 may be transmitted to the second housing 220 through the stopper 225 connected to the second housing 220. From the first state, as the second housing 220 moves in the first direction (eg, +x direction), the stopper 225 may move in the first direction. In the second state, the stopper 225 may be inserted into the second groove 215. In the second state, vibration generated from the first vibration motor 270 may be transmitted to the second housing 220 through the stopper 225 connected to the second housing 220. The stopper 225 connects the first housing 210 and the second housing 220, thereby stably fixing the position of the second housing 220 in the first state or the second state.

According to one embodiment, as the moving distance of the second housing 220 with respect to the first housing 210 increases, the contact area between the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 may decrease. As the contact area between the first housing 210 and the second housing 220 decreases, it may be difficult for vibration generated from the first vibration motor 270 to be transmitted to the second housing 220, and the second vibration motor 270 It may be difficult for vibration generated from 280 to be transmitted to the first housing 210. The electronic device 200 can further secure the contact area between the first housing 210 and the third housing in the first or second state through the stopper 225. According to one embodiment, the stopper 225 can transmit vibration evenly to the entire area of the electronic device 200 by transmitting vibration of the first vibration motor 270 and the second vibration motor 280. The stopper 225 may include a flexible material (e.g., polymer) so as not to be damaged when inserted or separated from the groove, and may include a material with high transmission of mechanical vibration.

An electronic device (e.g., the electronic device 200 of FIG. 4) according to an embodiment includes a first housing (e.g., the first housing 210 of FIG. 4) and a second housing (e.g., the second housing of FIG. 4). 220), a flexible display (e.g., the flexible display 230 in FIG. 4), a first vibration motor (e.g., the first vibration motor 270 in FIG. 4), and a second vibration motor (e.g., the first vibration motor in FIG. 4). 2 vibration motors 280), and at least one processor (eg, processor 120 of FIG. 5).

The second housing may be coupled to the first housing so as to be movable in a first direction with respect to the first housing or in a second direction opposite to the first direction.

The flexible display may be withdrawn from the first housing as the second housing moves in the first direction. The flexible display may be retractable into the first housing as the second housing moves in the second direction.

The first vibration motor may be disposed in the first housing.

The second vibration motor may be disposed in the second housing.

The at least one processor may be operatively connected to the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor. The at least one processor may be configured to receive a touch input for the flexible display. The at least one processor, in response to the touch input, sets a first distance between the location of the contact point of the touch input and the first vibration motor (e.g., the first distance d1 in FIG. 6B) and the location and the first vibration motor. It may be configured to identify a second distance between the second vibration motors (eg, the second distance d2 in FIG. 6B). The at least one processor adjusts the intensity of vibration provided through the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor based on identifying the first distance and the second distance, thereby responding to the touch input. Can be configured to provide haptic notifications.

According to one embodiment, the at least one processor, based on identifying the first distance less than the reference distance and the second distance more than the reference distance, the first vibration motor and may be configured to provide the haptic notification through the first vibration motor among the second vibration motors. The at least one processor, based on identifying the first distance greater than the reference distance and the second distance less than the reference distance, selects the second vibration motor among the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor. It may be configured to provide the haptic notification through.

According to one embodiment, the at least one processor is configured to receive a touch input for the flexible display in a first state in which the flexible display can move in the first direction among the first direction and the second direction. It can be configured. The at least one processor may be configured to provide the haptic notification through the first vibration motor in response to the touch input.

According to one embodiment, the at least one processor operates the flexible display in a second state that is distinct from the first state in which the flexible display can move in the first direction among the first direction and the second direction. It may be configured to receive the touch input through a designated area (e.g., the designated area 230-1 in FIG. 6B). The at least one processor is configured to select, within the designated area of the flexible display, a plurality of first areas designated based on the reference distance from the first vibration motor (e.g., a plurality of first areas 235a in FIG. 8A , 235b, 235c, 235d, 235e)), among a plurality of reference values representing the intensity of vibration to be provided through the first vibration motor assigned to each, assigned to the designated area including the location of the contact point of the touch input. It may be configured to identify a first reference value. The at least one processor may, within the designated area of the flexible display, select a plurality of second areas (e.g., a plurality of second areas 236a in FIG. 8B) based on the reference distance from the second vibration motor. , 236b, 236c, 236d, 236e)), among a plurality of reference values representing the intensity of vibration to be provided through the second vibration motor assigned to each, assigned to the designated area including the location of the contact point of the touch input. It may be configured to identify a second reference value.

According to one embodiment, the at least one processor, based on the first reference value and the second reference value, uses the first vibration motor to provide an intensity of vibration corresponding to the first reference value. It can be configured to do so. The at least one processor is configured to provide the haptic notification through the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor by providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the second reference value using the second vibration motor. It can be configured.

According to one embodiment, a plurality of reference values representing the intensity of vibration to be provided through the first vibration motor assigned to each of the plurality of first areas may correspond to the first distance. A plurality of reference values representing the intensity of vibration to be provided through the second vibration motor assigned to each of the plurality of second areas may correspond to the second distance.

According to one embodiment, the at least one processor is configured to display a user interface including a plurality of visual objects for each representing the plurality of first regions and for setting the plurality of reference values. It can be configured. The at least one processor may be configured to provide a haptic notification through the first vibration motor that outputs a first intensity while a touch input is maintained on one of the plurality of visual objects. The at least one processor is configured to receive, through the user interface, a user input for changing the first intensity to a second intensity after the haptic notification is provided through the first vibration motor outputting the first intensity. It can be configured. The at least one processor may be configured to change the plurality of reference values based on the second intensity in response to the user input.

According to one embodiment, in a first state in which the second housing is movable in the first direction among the first direction and the second direction, the at least one processor is configured to, within a designated area of the flexible display, It may be configured to identify an area including the location among a plurality of first areas designated based on the reference distance from the first vibration motor. The at least one processor is configured to select a first value assigned to the region containing the location among a plurality of reference values assigned to each of the plurality of first regions and indicating the intensity of vibration to be provided through the first vibration motor. 1 Can be configured to identify a reference value. The at least one processor, based on the first reference value, uses the first vibration motor to provide an intensity of vibration corresponding to the first reference value, thereby providing the haptic notification through the first vibration motor. It can be configured to provide.

According to one embodiment, the at least one processor, based on identifying the first distance less than the reference distance and the second distance less than the reference distance, uses the first vibration motor to It may be configured to provide an intensity of vibration corresponding to the distance. The at least one processor may be configured to provide the haptic notification through the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor by providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the second distance using the second vibration motor. You can. The at least one processor determines the intensity of vibration corresponding to the first distance using the first vibration motor, based on identifying the first distance below the reference distance and the second distance above the reference distance. It may be configured to provide the haptic notification through the first vibration motor among the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor. The at least one processor, based on identifying the first distance greater than the reference distance and the second distance less than the reference distance, determines the intensity of vibration corresponding to the second distance using the second vibration motor. It may be configured to provide the haptic notification through the second vibration motor among the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor.

According to one embodiment, in a first state in which the flexible display can move in the first direction among the first direction and the second direction, the second vibration for sending a haptic notification to the contact point through the second vibration motor The intensity of vibration of the motor may be less than the intensity of vibration of the second vibration motor for sending a haptic notification to the point of contact via the second vibration motor in a second state distinct from the first state.

According to one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to receive a user input for changing the intensity of the target vibration of the haptic notification from the first intensity to the second intensity. The at least one processor may be configured to change the plurality of reference values designated based on the first intensity based on the second intensity in response to the user input.

The electronic device according to one embodiment may further include a sensor (e.g., sensor 290 of FIG. 5) that detects the movement distance of the second housing. The at least one processor may detect the movement distance of the second housing. The at least one processor may be configured to obtain sensing data related to a distance, and the at least one processor may be configured to: determine the plurality of reference values assigned to each of the plurality of first areas based on the sensing data obtained through the sensor; and It may be configured to adjust the plurality of reference values assigned to each of the plurality of second areas.

According to one embodiment, the at least one processor is configured to maintain the intensity of vibration transmitted to the contact point of the touch input within the designated area through the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor within a predetermined range. It can be configured.

According to one embodiment, the second housing is in a first state in which the flexible display is movable in the first direction among the first direction and the second direction, and the flexible display is in a first state in which the flexible display is movable in the first direction and the second direction. In the second state movable in the second direction, a stopper (eg, stopper 225 in FIG. 12) coupled to the first housing may be included.

An electronic device according to an embodiment includes a drive motor that provides driving force (e.g., the drive motor 261 in FIG. 4), a pinion gear (e.g., a pinion gear coupled to the drive motor, and rotatable by the driving force provided from the drive motor) : It may further include a pinion gear 262 in FIG. 4) and a rack gear (e.g., rack gear 263 in FIG. 4) that engages with the pinion gear and reciprocates linearly according to the rotation of the pinion gear. The second vibration motor may be spaced apart from the rack gear in the first direction.

According to one embodiment, the at least one processor may be configured to receive a user input for designating the plurality of first areas or the plurality of second areas through the designated area of the flexible display. . The at least one processor may be configured to designate the plurality of first areas or the plurality of second areas based on the user input.

A method of an electronic device according to an embodiment includes receiving a touch input on a flexible display of the electronic device, and in response to the touch input, determining the location of a contact point of the touch input and placing it in a first housing of the electronic device. identifying a first distance between a first vibration motor and a second distance between the location and the second vibration motor disposed in a second housing of the electronic device, identifying the first distance and the second distance; Based on this, the method may include providing a haptic notification for the touch input by adjusting the intensity of vibration to be provided through the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor.

The method according to one embodiment is based on identifying the first distance less than the reference distance and the second distance more than the reference distance, the first vibration motor among the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor. Based on the operation of providing the haptic notification and identifying the first distance greater than the reference distance and the second distance less than the reference distance, the second of the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor It may include providing the haptic notification through a vibration motor.

The method according to an embodiment includes an operation of receiving a touch input through a designated area of the flexible display in a first state in which the flexible display can move in the first direction among the first direction and the second direction, and the touch In response to an input, it may include providing the haptic notification through the first vibration motor.

The method according to an embodiment includes, within a second state distinct from the first state in which the flexible display can move in the second direction among the first direction and the second direction, through the display area of the flexible display. The operation of receiving the touch input, vibration to be provided through the first vibration motor assigned to each of a plurality of first areas designated based on the reference distance from the first vibration motor within the display area of the flexible display. An operation of identifying a first reference value assigned to the display area including the location, among a plurality of reference values representing the intensity of the position, and within the display area of the flexible display, based on the reference distance from the second vibration motor. Identifying a second reference value assigned to the display area including the position among a plurality of reference values representing the intensity of vibration to be provided through the second vibration motor assigned to each of the plurality of second areas designated. Can include actions.

The method according to one embodiment includes, based on the first reference value, using the first vibration motor, providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the first reference value and based on the second reference value. , It may include an operation of providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the second reference value using the second vibration motor.

The method according to an embodiment includes a plurality of visual objects for representing each of the plurality of first regions, an operation of displaying a user interface for setting the plurality of reference values, the plurality of first regions. While a touch input is maintained on one of the visual objects, providing a haptic notification through the first vibration motor outputting a first intensity, the first vibration motor outputting the first intensity After the haptic notification is provided, an operation of receiving a user input through the user interface for changing the first intensity to a second intensity and, in response to the user input, the plurality of reference values based on the second intensity. It may include actions to change them.

The method according to one embodiment includes, within a first state in which the second housing is movable in the first direction among the first direction and the second direction, within the display area of the flexible display, the first vibration motor. An operation of identifying an area of the display area including the location among a plurality of first areas designated based on the reference distance from the plurality of first areas, allocated to each of the plurality of first areas, provided through the first vibration motor. Identifying a first reference value assigned to the display area including the location among a plurality of reference values representing the intensity of vibration to be and, based on the first reference value, using the first vibration motor. , It may include an operation of providing the haptic notification through the first vibration motor by providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the first reference value.

The method according to one embodiment includes, based on identifying the first distance less than the reference distance and the second distance less than the reference distance, vibration corresponding to the first distance using the first vibration motor. An operation of providing the haptic notification through the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor by providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the second distance using the second vibration motor, Based on identifying the first distance below the reference distance and the second distance above the reference distance, the first vibration motor is provided by providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the first distance using the first vibration motor. And based on the operation of providing the haptic notification through the first vibration motor of the second vibration motor and identifying the first distance greater than the reference distance and the second distance less than the reference distance, the second vibration motor The method may include providing the haptic notification through the second vibration motor among the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor by providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the second distance using a vibration motor.

A method according to an embodiment includes receiving a user input for changing the intensity of a target vibration from a first intensity to a second intensity, and in response to the user input, the plurality of reference values specified based on the first intensity. It may include an operation of changing the intensity based on the second intensity.

The method according to one embodiment includes the operation of acquiring sensing data regarding the moving distance through a sensor of the electronic device that detects the moving distance of the second housing and based on the sensing data obtained through the sensor. , and may include an operation of adjusting the first reference value assigned to each of the plurality of first regions and the second reference value assigned to each of the plurality of second regions.

The method according to one embodiment may include maintaining the magnitude of vibration transmitted to the touch point in the display area through the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor within a predetermined range.

The method according to one embodiment includes receiving a user input for designating the plurality of first areas or the plurality of second areas through the display area of the flexible display and based on the user input, It may include an operation of designating the plurality of first areas or the plurality of second areas.

Electronic devices according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may be of various types. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, electronic devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to embodiments of this document are not limited to the above-described devices.

The various embodiments of this document and the terms used herein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, and should be understood to include various changes, equivalents, or replacements of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numbers may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the above items, unless the relevant context clearly indicates otherwise. As used herein, “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 phrases such as “at least one of , B, or C” may include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase, or any possible combination thereof. Terms such as "first", "second", or "first" or "second" may be used simply to distinguish one component from another, and to refer to that component in other respects (e.g., importance or order) is not limited. One (e.g., first) component is said to be “coupled” or “connected” to another (e.g., second) component, with or without the terms “functionally” or “communicatively.” When mentioned, it means that any of the components can be connected to the other components directly (e.g. wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

The term “module” used in various embodiments of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and is interchangeable with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit, for example. It can be used as A module may be an integrated part or a minimum unit of the parts or a part 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 of the present document are one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., built-in memory 136 or external memory 138) that can be read by a machine (e.g., electronic device 101). It may be implemented as software (e.g., program 140) including these. For example, a processor (e.g., processor 120) of a device (e.g., electronic device 101) may call at least one command among one or more commands stored from a storage medium and execute it. This allows the device to be operated to perform at least one function according to the at least one instruction called. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code that can be executed by an interpreter. A storage medium that can be read by a device may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-transitory' only means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g. electromagnetic waves), and this term refers to cases where data is semi-permanently stored in the storage medium. There is no distinction between temporary storage cases.

According to one embodiment, methods according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may be provided and included in a computer program product. Computer program products are commodities and can be traded between sellers and buyers. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-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 (e.g. downloaded or uploaded) directly between smart phones) or online. In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be at least temporarily stored or temporarily created in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or a relay server.

According to various embodiments, each component (e.g., module or program) of the above-described components may include a single or plural entity, and some of the plurality of entities may be separately placed in other components. there is. According to various embodiments, one or more of the components or operations described above may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, multiple 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 component of the plurality of components in the same or similar manner as those performed by the corresponding component of the plurality of components prior to the integration. . According to various embodiments, operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, or omitted. or one or more other operations may be added.

Claims (20)

In electronic devices,
first housing;
a second housing coupled to the first housing so as to be movable in a first direction relative to the first housing or in a second direction opposite to the first direction;
a flexible display that can be withdrawn from the first housing as the second housing moves in the first direction or retracted into the first housing as the second housing moves in the second direction;
a first vibration motor disposed in the first housing;
a second vibration motor disposed in the second housing; and
at least one processor operably connected to the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor; Including,
The at least one processor,
Receiving a touch input for the flexible display,
In response to the touch input, identify a first distance between the location of the contact point of the touch input and the first vibration motor and a second distance between the location of the contact point of the touch input and the second vibration motor,
Configured to provide a haptic notification for the touch input by adjusting the intensity of vibration provided through the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor based on identifying the first distance and the second distance. felled,
Electronic devices. According to paragraph 1,
The at least one processor,
Based on identifying the first distance below the reference distance and the second distance above the reference distance, providing the haptic notification through the first vibration motor of the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor,
Based on identifying the first distance above the reference distance and the second distance below the reference distance, to provide the haptic notification through the second vibration motor of the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor. composed,
Electronic devices. According to paragraph 1,
The at least one processor,
In a first state in which the flexible display can move in the first direction among the first direction and the second direction, receive a touch input for the flexible display,
configured to provide the haptic notification, via the first vibration motor, in response to the touch input,
Electronic devices. According to paragraph 1,
The at least one processor,
In a second state that is distinct from the first state in which the flexible display can move in the first direction among the first direction and the second direction, receive the touch input through a designated area of the flexible display,
Within the designated area of the flexible display, a plurality of reference values indicating the intensity of vibration to be provided through the first vibration motor assigned to each of a plurality of first areas designated based on a reference distance from the first vibration motor. Among them, identifying a first reference value assigned to the designated area including the location of the contact point of the touch input,
Within the designated area of the flexible display, a plurality of standards indicating the intensity of vibration to be provided through the second vibration motor assigned to each of the plurality of second areas designated based on the reference distance from the second vibration motor configured to identify, among the values, a second reference value assigned to the designated area containing the location of a contact point of the touch input,
Electronic devices. According to paragraph 4,
The at least one processor,
By providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the first reference value through the first vibration motor and providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the second reference value through the second vibration motor, the first vibration configured to provide the haptic notification via a motor and the second vibration motor,
Electronic devices. According to paragraph 4,
A plurality of reference values representing the intensity of vibration to be provided through the first vibration motor assigned to each of the plurality of first areas are,
Corresponding to the first distance,
A plurality of reference values representing the intensity of vibration to be provided through the second vibration motor assigned to each of the plurality of second areas are,
Corresponding to the second distance,
Electronic devices. According to paragraph 4,
The at least one processor,
Displaying a user interface, including a plurality of visual objects for representing each of the plurality of first regions, and for setting the plurality of reference values,
While a touch input is maintained on one of the plurality of visual objects, providing a haptic notification through the first vibration motor outputting a first intensity,
After the haptic notification is provided through the first vibration motor that outputs the first intensity, a user input for changing the first intensity to a second intensity is received through the user interface,
and in response to the user input, change the plurality of reference values based on the second intensity.
Electronic devices. According to paragraph 1,
In a first state in which the second housing is movable in the first direction among the first direction and the second direction, the at least one processor includes,
Within the designated area of the flexible display, identify an area containing the location of the contact point of the touch input among a plurality of first areas designated based on a reference distance from the first vibration motor,
Identifying a first reference value assigned to an area including the location among a plurality of reference values assigned to each of the plurality of first areas and indicating the intensity of vibration to be provided through the first vibration motor,
Based on the first reference value, using the first vibration motor, by providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the first reference value, and providing the haptic notification through the first vibration motor,
Electronic devices. According to paragraph 1,
In a second state that is distinct from the first state in which the flexible display is movable in the first direction among the first direction and the second direction, the at least one processor includes,
Based on identifying the first distance less than the reference distance and the second distance less than the reference distance, providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the first distance using the first vibration motor, and providing the second distance using the first vibration motor. Providing the haptic notification through the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor by providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the second distance using a vibration motor,
Based on identifying the first distance below the reference distance and the second distance above the reference distance, the first vibration is generated by providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the first distance using the first vibration motor. Providing the haptic notification through the first vibration motor among the motor and the second vibration motor,
Based on identifying the first distance greater than the reference distance and the second distance less than the reference distance, the first vibration is generated by providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the second distance using the second vibration motor. configured to provide the haptic notification through the second vibration motor of the motor and the second vibration motor,
Electronic devices. According to paragraph 1,
In a first state in which the flexible display can move in the first direction among the first direction and the second direction, the intensity of vibration of the second vibration motor for sending a haptic notification to the contact point through the second vibration motor is ,
Within the second state distinct from the first state, the intensity of vibration of the second vibration motor is smaller than the intensity of the vibration for sending a haptic notification to the point of contact through the second vibration motor.
Electronic devices. According to paragraph 1,
The at least one processor,
Receiving a user input for changing the intensity of a target vibration of a haptic notification from a first intensity to a second intensity, and in response to the user input, within the designated area of the flexible display, designated based on the first intensity, A plurality of reference values indicating the intensity of vibration to be provided through the first vibration motor assigned to each of the plurality of first areas designated based on the reference distance from the first vibration motor or at a reference distance from the second vibration motor. configured to change a plurality of reference values representing the intensity of vibration to be provided through the second vibration motor assigned to each of the plurality of second areas designated based on the second intensity,
Electronic devices. According to paragraph 1,
It further includes a sensor that detects the moving distance of the second housing,
The at least one processor,
Obtaining sensing data about the moving distance through the sensor,
Based on the sensing data acquired through the sensor, within a designated area of the flexible display, the first vibration motor is assigned to each of a plurality of first areas designated based on a reference distance from the first vibration motor. A plurality of reference values indicating the intensity of vibration to be provided through the second vibration motor assigned to each of a plurality of second areas designated based on the reference distance from the second vibration motor within the designated area. Configured to adjust a plurality of reference values representing the intensity of vibration to be,
Electronic devices. According to paragraph 1,
The second housing is,
A first state in which the flexible display is movable in the first direction among the first direction and the second direction, and a second state in which the flexible display is movable in the second direction among the first direction and the second direction. Including a stopper coupled to the first housing,
Electronic devices. According to paragraph 1,
a drive motor that provides driving force to the second housing;
a pinion gear coupled to the drive motor and rotatable by driving force provided from the drive motor; and
a rack gear that engages the pinion gear and reciprocates linearly as the pinion gear rotates; It further includes,
The second vibration motor,
Spaced apart from the rack gear in the first direction,
Electronic devices. According to paragraph 1,
The at least one processor,
Through the designated area of the flexible display, within the designated area, a plurality of first areas designated based on a reference distance from the first vibration motor or within the designated area based on a reference distance from the second vibration motor receiving a user input for designating a plurality of second areas,
configured to designate the plurality of first areas or the plurality of second areas based on the user input,
Electronic devices. In the method of the electronic device,
Receiving a touch input on a flexible display of the electronic device;
In response to the touch input, a first distance between the location of the contact point of the touch input and a first vibration motor disposed in the first housing of the electronic device and a second distance between the location and the second vibration motor disposed in the second housing of the electronic device identifying a second distance between the vibration motors; and
providing a haptic notification for the touch input by adjusting the intensity of vibration to be provided through the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor based on identifying the first distance and the second distance; Including,
method. According to clause 16,
An operation of providing the haptic notification through the first vibration motor of the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor based on identifying the first distance below the reference distance and the second distance above the reference distance. ; and
Based on identifying the first distance above the reference distance and the second distance below the reference distance, providing the haptic notification through the second vibration motor of the first vibration motor and the second vibration motor. movement; Including,
method. According to clause 16,
An operation of receiving a touch input through a designated area of the flexible display in a first state in which the flexible display is movable in the first direction among the first direction and the second direction; and
providing the haptic notification through the first vibration motor in response to the touch input; Including,
method. According to clause 16,
Receiving the touch input through a designated area of the flexible display in a second state that is different from the first state in which the flexible display can move in the second direction among the first and second directions;
Within the designated area of the flexible display, a plurality of standards indicating the intensity of vibration to be provided through the first vibration motor assigned to each of the plurality of first areas designated based on the reference distance from the first vibration motor identifying, among values, a first reference value assigned to the designated area containing the location; and
Within the designated area of the flexible display, a plurality of standards indicating the intensity of vibration to be provided through the second vibration motor assigned to each of the plurality of second areas designated based on the reference distance from the second vibration motor identifying, among values, a second reference value assigned to the designated area containing the location; Including,
method. According to clause 19,
Based on the first reference value, providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the first reference value using the first vibration motor; and
Based on the second reference value, providing an intensity of vibration corresponding to the second reference value using the second vibration motor; Including,
method.

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